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VACATION IDEAS FOR THE YEAR AHEAD

+ Where to Spend the Holidays

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Travelers with Regent Seven Seas Cruises take in the French Riviera.

In a world where vacation options are boundless, it’s never too early to map out your future travels.

(PSA: The holidays are right around the corner.) So whether you’re thinking about a warm-weather beach stay,

crossing off a bucket list destination, or organizing a multigenerational Thanksgiving getaway,

this guide has information to help and inspire you. It’s time to start planning.

For every trip, long or short, rely on us.

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TRAVEL GOALSYou know those dream destinations stashed away in the back of your mind? Life is short –

what are you waiting for? Virtuoso has relationships with 1,700 of the world’s best hotels and resorts, cruise lines, tour companies, and other partners, some of which are featured in this guide, and they all offer exclusive amenities and privileged access to some of the world’s most beautiful places and experiences. So get going and call your advisor. Who knows,

you might even discover a few places to add to your travel wish list.

Keeping it tropical in the Dominican Republic.

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EVENT TICKETSFor tickets to sports events, concerts, performances, and the arts, your Virtuoso advisor should be one of your first points of contact. Event tickets may also be paired with hotel accommodations, saving you the hassle of trying to find a room in a sold-out big city.

SHOPPINGVirtuoso offers exclusive shopping benefits to clients, such as personal shoppers and private tax-refund servic-es. I experienced the service on a trip to Paris. I entered one of the world’s largest department stores, Galeries La-fayette, via a secret entrance and checked in at a private Virtuoso desk.

VISAS AND INSURANCEA Virtuoso advisor can help smooth the way for obtaining these tricky documents and services, working with proven partners to make sure your paperwork is completed on time and correctly. You don’t want to leave this to some-one you found on a Google search.

LUGGAGE DELIVERYYour advisor can arrange to have your bags collected at your home a day or so before your departure, then

shipped straight to your destination. This white-glove ser-vice is available in over 130 countries around the world.

RESTAURANT RECOMMENDATIONSIt’s all about the details, and Virtuoso has partnered with a company that connects travelers with local hosts to experience all things culinary: cooking classes, food tours, and even dinner in a local home. Also, don’t forget that your Virtuoso advisor is well traveled and likely has a list of favorite recommendations in major cities around the world.

“PLEASE BOTHER ME”I hear this from Virtuoso advisors around the world: They want to help you with all of your travel – your big dream trips and annual vacations, but also your quick getaways. Our hotel booking tool is available 24/7, allowing you to quickly check rates and availability at trusted Virtuoso ho-tels and resorts around the world. Once you find the hotel and room you prefer, it takes just a few simple clicks to send the request to your advisor.

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Choose your own adventure with the help of your advisor.

CHEAT SHEETYour Virtuoso travel advisor can do so much more than merely book a trip.

Here are six services that might surprise you.

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Discover what our featured hotels, resorts, and tour operators have in store for the future, whether you’re planning your travels for 2019 and beyond or dreaming up ideas for the upcoming holiday season. The world is waiting; all you have to do is go.

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CALIFORNIA

Make your way to the Golden State for coastal bliss, rest and relaxation,

and memory-making activities – much like the scene on

this month’s cover.

HONG KONG

Stop by this dazzling city for New Year’s Eve and Victoria

Harbour’s noteworthy fireworks display at midnight.

PLAN ITThree destinations that’ll spice up

your holiday season.

UTAH

Indulge in the cozy aesthetic of lodge life in Utah, where you can ski or snowshoe by day and curl up in

front of a fire by night.

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San Miguel de Allende – Fans of architecture and art won’t be disappointed by this colonial city, rich with baroque Spanish façades, serene squares and magnificent cathedrals.

The historic centre, which was given UNESCO World Heritage status in 2008, is the best place to start, where you can pay a visit to the El Jardín central plaza and the Parroquia, a striking pink church that also serves as the city’s emblem.

Be sure to set aside enough time to explore the charming boutiques, high-end restaurants and buzzing nightlife. And if you overindulge, just book into one of the many day spas in the surrounding region to take a dip in a natural hot spring and enjoy a massage with local ingredients. Not to miss: The city’s unique Day of the Dead celebrations.

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Built in 1927, the legendary Royal Hawaiian now offers discerning travelers a choice between its original historic ambience or the new Mailani Tower, a private haven within the resort. Escape to the newly renovated Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui’s only oceanfront all-suite-and-villa luxury resort, which boasts an authentic Hawaiian experience and a luxurious Willow Stream Spa. Situated on one of the most beautiful sites in the world, St. Regis Princeville Resort offers the quintessential address along Kauai’s Nāpali Coast, with access to two world-class golf courses.

PLEASANT HOLIDAYS ADVISOR TIPThe Mailani Tower’s exclusive lounge offers light refresh-ments and other amenities.

Little ones explore tide pools and learn to hula at Keiki

Lani Kids Club. Take in the Mailani dinner show at

Princeville.

The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection ResortHonolulu, Hawaii5 Nights • Travel available November 1, 2018

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Five nights’ accommodation in a Historic Room• Upgrade upon arrival, if available• Full breakfast daily• Banana bread welcome amenity• Early check-in/late checkout, if available• Hotel taxes, fees, and more

Virtuoso rates from $1,126 per person.

Fairmont Kea Lani, MauiWailea, Maui, Hawaii5 Nights • Travel available November 1, 2018

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Five nights’ accommodation in an Ocean View King Room• Upgrade upon arrival, if available• Full breakfast daily• Early check-in/late checkout, if available• Hotel taxes, fees, and more


St. Regis Princeville ResortPrinceville, Kauai, Hawaii5 Nights • Travel available November 1, 2018

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Five nights’ accommodation in a Premium Ocean View Room• Kids age 17 and younger stay free• Full breakfast daily• $100 dining credit per room, per stay


Pick your slice of paradise.

“Little mermaids” can learn to swim with a monofin at Fairmont Kea Lani.

Get an outdoor massage at Royal Hawaiian.

Enjoy fresh fruit spears by Princeville’s pool.

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HONG KONG TOURISM BOARD ADVISOR TIPMany people don’t realize

that over 70 percent of Hong Kong is lush, natural green

space. Head beyond its urban metropolis to discover remote

beaches, rustic villages, serene islands, and stun-

ning hiking trails.

Best of all, it’s in Hong Kong.

Explore the lush tropical landscapes of Hong Kong.

Winter in Hong Kong is a must-do experience.

Hong Kong and Vietnam Luxury TourPresented by Travel2 10 Nights • Travel available through December 17, 2018

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Four nights’ accommodation at Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong in a City View Room• Private, half-day Hong Kong tour• Three nights’ accommodation at Sofitel Legend Metropole Hotel Hanoi in a Premium Room• Private Ha Long Bay day trip with cruise• Three nights’ accommodation at Four Seasons The Nam Ha in a One-Bedroom Villa• Private half-day tour to My Son Cham ruins• Breakfast daily• Private round-trip airport transfers


Hong Kong Luxury TourPresented by Travel2 4 Nights • Travel available through December 27, 2018, and January 3 through March 31, 2019

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Four nights’ accommodation at The Peninsula Hong Kong in a Deluxe Room• Breakfast daily• Private half-day Hong Kong tour taking in the main attractions such as Aberdeen Harbour and fishing village, a jewelry factory, picturesque Repulse Bay, Stanley Market, and Victoria Peak • Private round-trip airport transfers


Your journey begins in Hong Kong. Choose from more than 40,000 dining options, with everything from trendy Michelin-starred restaurants to tasty street food. Enjoy evening adventures in one of Hong Kong’s many stunning rooftop bars. Go green with an array of outdoor activities, including beautiful hikes, cycling routes, and island-hopping. With ideal weather during the winter months, Hong Kong is your gateway to an exotic journey through Asia.

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InterContinental Moorea, set on a private beach near Opunohu Bay, is home to the Moorea Dolphin Center. Soothe body and soul at the Hélène Spa, and interact with the dolphins. The oceanfront Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, a landmark on the Kohala Coast, offers cultural activities, stargazing opportunities, and nature tours on Hawaii Island. Andaz Maui offers an upscale, eco-friendly escape with three cascading pools, a holistic spa, and beach activities, including kayaking tours and stand-up paddleboard lessons.

CLASSIC VACATIONS ADVISOR TIPRelax by the

InterContinental’s two-level infinity pool, just steps from

the beach. Snorkel with friendly sea creatures at Mauna Kea Beach Hotel. Catch a breath-taking sunrise at Haleakalā

National Park on a day trip from Andaz.

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel Kohala Coast, Hawaii7 Nights • Travel available through December 14, 2018

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Six nights’ accommodation in a Beachfront Room• Seventh night FREE• Air credit


Andaz Maui at Wailea ResortWailea, Maui, Hawaii5 Nights • Travel available through December 31, 2018

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Five nights’ accommodation in an Andaz Partial Ocean View Room• Air credit


InterContinental Moorea Resort & Spa Tiahura, Moorea, French Polynesia3 Nights • Travel available through March 31, 2019

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Three nights’ accommodation in a Beach Junior Suite Bungalow• Every third night FREE• Reduced room rate• Upgrade upon arrival, if available• American breakfast for two daily• One dinner for up to two people (excluding beverages) per room, per stay • CFP 6000 beverage credit, per stay• Early check-in/late checkout, if available

Virtuoso rates from $759 per person.

Indulge on the islands of Hawaii and French Polynesia.

InterContinental Moorea offers complimentary kayaking,

SUPs, and snorkeling gear.

Don’t miss brunch at Mauna Kea’s Manta restaurant.

Dip your toes in Andaz Maui’s five different pools.

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ANDAZ MAYAKOBA RESORT RIVIERA MAYATake a dip in your suite’s plunge pool and delve into the local art, culture, and cuisine at Andaz Mayakoba. This minimalist, modern resort makes a sleek base for exploring UNESCO-designated Chichén Itzá or swimming in a sacred cenote. Play a round at the celebrated El Camaleón golf course or dine on Latin specialties and elevated Mexican street food.

Half Price, Full ExperiencePlaya del Carmen, Quintana Roo, MexicoTravel available through October 31, 2018

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• 50 percent off regular rates• 25 percent discount in all restaurants and room service• 25 percent discount in the Mayan oasis, Naum Wellness & Spa• Breakfast for two daily• $100 resort credit per room, per stay• Upgrade upon arrival, if available

Please connect with your Virtuoso travel advisor for best available rates.

Jungle chic in the Mexican Caribbean.

At the beachfront OllaCeviche learn how to make ceviche

during a cooking class or sip a batch of Patrón tequila

made exclusively for the hotel.

Take advantage of complimentary stand-up paddleboard lessons and demo kitesurfing classes.

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Advance Purchase OfferMontego Bay, Jamaica4 Nights or Longer • Travel available through December 15, 2018

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• 10 percent off best available rates with minimum four-night stay • Upgrade upon arrival, if available• Breakfast for two daily• $100 spa services credit per room, per stay• Early check-in/late checkout, if available• Complimentary Wi-Fi


Stay 4 Nights for the Price of 3Paris, France4 Nights • Travel available October 14 through December 27, 2018

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Four nights’ accommodation in a Superior Room• Fourth night FREE• Upgrade upon arrival, if available• American breakfast daily• Flowers and fresh fruits daily• Complimentary in-room minibar and lobby bar, including Champagne, wines, and spirits


Find a bottle of Moët Champagne in your indi-vidually appointed Suite.

Two miles of beachfront and award-winning amenities.

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Spend your Thanksgiving holiday across the pond, where you’ll enjoy four nights for the price of three at The Berkeley. This stay combines the best of Britain with a traditional all-American Thanksgiving feast prepared by the hotel’s esteemed chefs. A welcome bottle of Champagne and themed amenities put you in a festive spirit. After a dip in the sublime pool overlooking Hyde Park and the city skyline, you’ll be ready for a hearty English breakfast and more London adventures or lazy afternoons in the bespoke spa.

THE BERKELEY ADVISOR TIPSlip into Out of the Blue, a

radical new cocktail concept inside The Blue Bar. Inside this intimate, environment-

controlled space, you’ll discover how sensory stimulation changes your sense of taste.

Thanksgiving at The Berkeley Four Nights for the Price of ThreeLondon, United Kingdom4 Nights • Travel available for arrival on November 19 through 22, 2018

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Four nights for the price of three on certain rooms and suites• GBP 75 food and beverage or spa credit, once per stay• English breakfast daily• Seasonal welcome amenity• Upgrade upon arrival, if available• Early check-in/late checkout, if available

Please connect with your Virtuoso travel advisor for best available rates and terms and conditions.

Give thanks for a London holiday stay.

Enjoy a heavenly view of Saint Paul’s Church from your Grand Terrace Suite.

Savor classic British fare and afternoon tea at the Collins Room.

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MICATO SAFARISCosmopolitan Cape Town, with its iconic Table Mountain, colorful Malay Quarter, and nearby Cape Winelands. Breath-taking game drives in the Singita concession at South Africa’s showpiece, Kruger National Park. The thunder, majesty, and 1,000-foot mist of Victoria Falls. Add lavish hotel stays and you have a sojourn that is, beyond a doubt, the world’s best safari.

Travel + Leisure World’s Best Safari10 Nights • Travel available through December 29, 2019

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Luxury accommodations• All meals, including wine, beer, soft drinks, and bottled water at meals• All flights within Africa• Unlimited, exhilarating game drives in safari vehicles stocked with drinks as well as bush cocktails• Free valet laundry service• Every last gratuity, even to safari directors and driver-guides• For every safari sold, Micato sends an African child to school


The most luxurious African expedition imaginable.

Book by October 31, 2018, and you’ll be treated to a

helicopter flightseeing tour over Cape Town. The “Mother

City” is even more mesmerizing from the air.

Kruger is home to an estimated 1,000 leopards.

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Discover the rich history of Dublin’s Trinity College on a walking tour with a local guide. Immerse yourself in country life as you watch a farmer work with highly skilled dogs to herd sheep; afterward sit down to a cup of tea. Gaze at the 700-foot-high Cliffs of Moher, visit the fairytale Kylemore Abbey, and cruise Lough Corrib, Ireland’s second-largest lake.

Elegant Ireland 9 Nights • Travel available April through October 2019

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Accommodation• Airport transfers• All sightseeing with entrance fees• Most meals• Savings up to $800 per couple


Explore the beauty of western Ireland.

You’ll spend an evening at the Merry Ploughboy Pub in Dublin,

the only pub in Ireland owned and operated by musicians.

Enjoy classic Irish fare with traditional Irish music and dancing.

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Macao evokes European charm and

Asian allure at every turn: Portuguese

piazzas meet Buddhist temples, cobble-

stoned streets cross with bamboo-fringed

pathways, colorful villas stand next to

Chinese gardens, exotic wine pairs nicely

with Macanese egg-tarts.

Only an hour ferry ride from Hong Kong, Macao is a world apart.

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ALPINE ADVENTURESA refined mountain retreat just minutes from Park City’s celebrated Main Street, Montage Deer Valley offers unrivaled ski-in/ski-out access to one of America’s best ski resorts. Off the slopes, you can indulge at the largest spa in Utah with a double Virtuoso spa services credit, then discover five inspired dining options, including a pub with its own bowling alley.

“A Suite-r Offer” at Montage Deer ValleyTravel available December 6, 2018 through April 7, 2019

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Upgrade at time of booking, if available• Breakfast credit up to $60 per room, per night• $100 spa services credit, per stay• Book a Suite and receive double spa credit• Early check-in/late checkout, if available• Complimentary Wi-Fi

Virtuoso rates from $735 per night.

Cozy Craftsman-style luxury straight from the ski lift.

Deer Valley is a year-round favorite with an amazing

variety of activities, including hiking, mountain biking,

golf, outdoor concerts, and fly-fishing.

There’s fun for the whole family at the resort’s own

snow tubing park.

Tide pools along Manuel Antonio Beach make it a

favorite for snorkelers.

G ADVENTURESDiscover Costa Rica’s incredible volcanoes, lush rain forests, and enticing beaches on this nine-day National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures tour. Trek across the foot of a volcano to photograph electric-blue butterflies, visit a coffee co-op, and search for monkeys while hiking park trails.

Natural Highlights of Costa Rica 8 Nights • Travel available August 4 through December 29, 2019

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• National Geographic Journeys Exclusives: Tortilla-making and a home dinner in La Fortuna• National Geographic Journeys Exclusives: Monteverde Institute lecture in Monteverde• Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative tour in Sarapiquí• Guided nature walk in the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve• Guided excursion to Manuel Antonio National Park


Get in touch with nature’s best in Costa Rica.

At the Mi Cafecito coffee cooperative in San Miguel de

Sarapiquí, your visit helps support 200 local farmers

through the G Adventures for Good project.

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From exploring the crimson landscapes of Monument Valley to dining over the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, the American Southwest is a panoramic stage for Mother Nature’s most majestic performance. Chase the bright lights in New York City, learn about Punxsutawney Phil, pay homage to our country’s greatest in Washington, D.C., and experience Pennsylvania Amish life. Discover the majestic landscapes, towering peaks, and sparkling turquoise lakes of the Canadian Rockies, teamed with the charming and sometimes quirky Pacific Northwest.

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Insight creates authentic dining experiences by connecting

travelers with local foodies for meals in their homes.

Enchanting Canyonlands6 Nights • Travel available April 20 through October 26, 2019

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Join a Navajo guide at Monument Valley to explore the iconic vistas of this Navajo Tribal Park in an open-air vehicle• Enjoy dinner in the panoramic Thunderbird Room overlooking the Grand Canyon’s South Rim• Visit the famous Red Rock Country artist colony of Sedona• Glide through narrow Antelope Canyon on a Lake Powell cruise• 10 percent savings if booked and paid in full by January 17, 2019


Classic Mid-Atlantic9 Nights • Travel available May 11 through October 5, 2019

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Tour Gettysburg with a local expert• Meet a member of the Punxsutawney “Inner Circle” to learn about the town’s weather-predicting groundhog• Gain fascinating insight into Pennsylvania Amish life with a local expert in Lancaster• Dine in a Manhattan home and hear about your New York host’s life in “the city that never sleeps”• Visit the Lincoln Memorial, WWII Memorial, and other major Washington, D.C., attractions • 10 percent savings if booked and paid in full by January 17, 2019


Canadian Rockies and Pacific Coast13 Nights • Travel available June 29 through September 14, 2019

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Visit Stanley Park’s totems and other highlights in bustling Vancouver• Experience the Icefields Parkway and Athabasca Glacier onboard a specially designed Ice Explorer• Join a Blackfoot elder and hear fascinating stories about the Plains people• Board a traditional Red Jammer in Glacier National Park for a private tour with a park veteran • 10 percent savings if booked and paid in full by January 17, 2019


The art of traveling in style.

The towering buttes of Cathedral Rock rise above

the fall colors in Sedona.

Central Park covers 843 acres – nearly twice the size of Monaco.

Banff National Park encompasses over 2,500 square miles of majestic terrain.

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Cast yourself away at The Cove, an ultra-luxe sanctuary offering complete access to the wonders of Atlantis – including the Aquaventure waterpark and world’s largest open-air marine habitat. Perfectly situated in the gated community of Playa Mujeres, the all-suite Dreams Playa Mujeres is surrounded by white-sand beaches and a world-famous golf course. Perch yourself above the verdant Tuscan countryside at Castello del Nero, a meticulously restored twelfth-century castle featuring one of the region’s most exclusive destination spas.

TRAVEL IMPRESSIONS ADVISOR TIPClaim your spot at The Cove’s

exclusive poolscape, which gently skims the private beaches.

Dreams guests can interact with dolphins in their natural habitat. Take a cooking class

with Castello del Nero’s executive chef.

The Cove at AtlantisParadise Island, Bahamas5 Nights • Travel available through December 15, 2018

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Five nights’ accommodation in an Ocean Suite• Upgrade to Deluxe Ocean Suite upon arrival, if available• Continental breakfast for two daily in Mosaic• $100 food and beverage credit per room, per stay• Early check-in/late checkout, if available• Hotel tax


Castello del Nero Hotel & SpaChianti, Italy5 Nights • Travel available November 5 through December 28, 2018

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Five nights’ accommodation in a Superior Room• Upgrade upon arrival, if available• Round-trip airport transfers by private car• Buffet breakfast for two daily • EUR 50 spa treatment per person, per stay• Entrance to Spa Heat Experiences for two, once per stay• Early check-in/late checkout, if available• Hotel tax


Dreams Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa ResortPlaya Mujeres, Mexico5 Nights • Travel available December 23, 2018 through March 30, 2019

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Five nights’ accommodation in a Junior Suite Garden View King• Reduced rates• Round-trip airport transfers• Endless gourmet meals, snacks, and top-shelf spirits• Nonmotorized water sports, daily activities, and nightly entertainment• $200 in resort coupons per room, per stay• Hotel tax and service charges


Exclusive escapes in Mexico, Tuscany, and the Bahamas.

Castello del Nero offers star-gazing on its terrace with a professional astronomer.

Take part in a traditional Temazcal spa ceremony at Dreams Playa Mujeres.

Test your luck at the Cove pool’s outdoor

gaming pavilion.

There are infinite ways to enjoy Madrid, but if you want to get a feel for its essence, follow these tips:

VIEW IT FROM ABOVE. Go up to the observa-tion deck at the Faro de Moncloa and take in the amazing panoramic view. The Royal Palace, Gran Vía avenue, La Almudena Cathedral… It’ll all be spread out before you, so you can decide where to start exploring the city.

CRACK ITS SECRETS. Once you’re back at ground level, wander through its different neighborhoods and discover its most closely guarded secrets: a gourmet market, a designer store, an art gallery, a rose garden or maybe a literary café. There’s so much to discover.

TRAVEL BEYOND THE CENTER OF TOWN. Be ad-venturous and travel beyond the center. You’ll find that Madrid has some surprises in store for you, like El Capricho Park, one of the lesser-known and most beautiful in the city, created in 1784.

TAKE A WALK IN GOOD COMPANY. That is, the company you’ll find on the Art Walk, home to some of the best galleries in the world, including the Prado Museum. The stunning El Retiro Park is also close by. This is a unique spot where culture and nature come together.

SAVOR IT. From tapas and hot chocolate with churros to utterly avant-garde cuisine. Madrid is a culinary wonderland. Explore the over 3,000 restaurants it has to offer and choose something that suits your taste.

DISCOVER ITS ROMANTIC SIDE. It’s the ideal place for a romantic getaway. There’s a reason that one of the city’s gems is the Museum of Romanticism.

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DANCE TO ITS RHYTHM. Madrid is the capital of flamenco, the ideal place to enjoy this traditional art form that is on UNESCO’s Intangible Cul-tural Heritage of Humanity list.

AND EXPERIENCE ITS LEGENDARY NIGHTLIFE. Live music, cocktail bars, outdoor patios… Choose a plan for finishing off your day and find out why Madrid is the city that never sleeps.

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There are infinite ways to enjoy Madrid, but if you want to get a feel for its essence, follow these tips:

VIEW IT FROM ABOVE. Go up to the observa-tion deck at the Faro de Moncloa and take in the amazing panoramic view. The Royal Palace, Gran Vía avenue, La Almudena Cathedral… It’ll all be spread out before you, so you can decide where to start exploring the city.

CRACK ITS SECRETS. Once you’re back at ground level, wander through its different neighborhoods and discover its most closely guarded secrets: a gourmet market, a designer store, an art gallery, a rose garden or maybe a literary café. There’s so much to discover.

TRAVEL BEYOND THE CENTER OF TOWN. Be ad-venturous and travel beyond the center. You’ll find that Madrid has some surprises in store for you, like El Capricho Park, one of the lesser-known and most beautiful in the city, created in 1784.

TAKE A WALK IN GOOD COMPANY. That is, the company you’ll find on the Art Walk, home to some of the best galleries in the world, including the Prado Museum. The stunning El Retiro Park is also close by. This is a unique spot where culture and nature come together.

SAVOR IT. From tapas and hot chocolate with churros to utterly avant-garde cuisine. Madrid is a culinary wonderland. Explore the over 3,000 restaurants it has to offer and choose something that suits your taste.

DISCOVER ITS ROMANTIC SIDE. It’s the ideal place for a romantic getaway. There’s a reason that one of the city’s gems is the Museum of Romanticism.

El Retiro Park

El Capricho Park

Traditional Madrid Bar

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DANCE TO ITS RHYTHM. Madrid is the capital of flamenco, the ideal place to enjoy this traditional art form that is on UNESCO’s Intangible Cul-tural Heritage of Humanity list.

AND EXPERIENCE ITS LEGENDARY NIGHTLIFE. Live music, cocktail bars, outdoor patios… Choose a plan for finishing off your day and find out why Madrid is the city that never sleeps.

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Christmas Markets of Germany8 Nights • Travel available December 1 through 23, 2018

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Explore Germany’s legendary Christkindlmarkts in Munich, Nuremberg, Dresden, and Berlin• Visit Rothenburg and enjoy a scenic ride along the Romantic Road • Join private guided walking tours of German cornerstones Munich and Berlin• Choose from an expert selection of premium accommodations• Enjoy private airport transfers and train transfers between cities


The World’s Most Lavish Rail Journey2 Nights • Travel available throughout 2019

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Two-night rail journey between Cape Town and Pretoria, South Africa• Lavish De Luxe Suite accommodations with personal butler service• All meals and all beverages, including wines and cocktails (excluding French Champagne and caviar)• Off-train excursion (varies per itinerary)• Bottle of sparkling wine with small gift

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Alaska Wilderness Vacation6 Nights • Travel available May 1 through September 15, 2019

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Luxury dome car rail journey between Anchorage and Fairbanks• Thrilling jetboat excursion on the Talkeetna and Susitna rivers• Two nights in Denali National Park• Stern-wheeler riverboat discovery cruise in Fairbanks, including stops at an Alaska Native village and dogsled demonstration• $50 credit per person (maximum $100 per room)

Virtuoso rates from $1,499 (plus additional $129 tax) per person.

Sip fine cognacs while passing through the Karoo

in the atmospheric Club Car.

Enjoy the spectacular views of Denali.

Get up close to nature in Costa Rica and Panama.

Christkindlmarkts bring the magic of the holiday season to life.

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Pursuit your passion at the Casa de Campo, where you’ll find 63 holes of Pete Dye-designed golf, an elite polo/equestrian club, exclusive Minitas Beach, and more. Experience the classic grandeur of old Hawaii at Grand Hyatt Kauai; set on the soothing white sands of Poipu Beach, it offers spacious suites, a rejuvenating spa, and vast pools. For romance and relaxation, cottage-style Cambridge Beaches Resort provides a peaceful, child-free ambience with four private beaches and a marina for boating along Bermuda’s western coast.

GOGO VACATIONS ADVISOR TIPCasa de Campo keeps island traditions alive at the Altos de Chavón artists village. Stargaze

by the Grand Hyatt’s nightly fire pits. Carlisle Bay’s

“island bathing” experience puts a spin on Japanese

forest bathing.

Cambridge Beaches Resort & SpaSomerset, Bermuda3 Nights • Travel available through February 28, 2019

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Three nights’ accommodation in a Harbour View Room• Savings up to 20 percent• Breakfast daily• Round-trip transfers


Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & SpaKoloa, Hawaii5 Nights • Travel available through June 30, 2019

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Five nights’ accommodation in a Standard View King Room• Fifth night FREE• Breakfast for two daily• Lei greeting• Midsize car rental


Casa de CampoLa Romana, Dominican Republic4 Nights • Travel available January 4 through December 21, 2019

Virtuoso Exclusive Experience Includes:• Four nights’ accommodation in a Pete Dye Golf Lounge Room• Savings up to 40 percent• Round-trip transfers• My Time benefits, including $100 resort credit per room ($200 per villa) and complimentary nanny service up to four hours (up to two kids), per stay


Have a suite time in the Caribbean or Hawaii.

Casa de Campo’s Minitas Beach Club has a new pool

deck addition.

Float down the Grand Hyatt’s lava-rock-lined lazy river.

Relax in your well-appointed room at Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa.

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an onboard button syncs with your phone to access Apple’s Siri. iOS only; usa.denon.com.

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1 Relish the sunshine and seaside serenade of Mediterranean villages.

2 Discover Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter and the contemporary architecture and local boroughs of Gràcia and Poblenou.

3 Delve into the art and architecture of international artists such as Miró, Dalí, and Gaudí.

4 Savor Catalan cuisine – pa amb tomàquet (bread with tomato) is a must – and attend a calçotada, a springtime food festival.

5 Cycle the Delta de l’Ebre wetland, a sanctuary for bird-watching and for nature lovers.

6 Experience Catalan traditions of dance (the sardana), and song (the habaneras), and don’t miss castellers – teams that complete to build human towers by standing atop one another.

7 Explore the narrow streets and charming cafés of Girona’s Jewish Quarter.

8 Visit the Montserrat Monastery to hear the famed L’Escolania Boys’ Choir.

9 Sample legendary wines, including dry whites, bold reds, and the renowned sparkling cava.

10 Venture into the Pyrenees to discover dramatic peaks, pristine landscapes, and Romanesque treasures.

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UNESCO MARVELS & CATALAN TREASURES For Catalonia, 2018 heralds the Year of Cultural Tourism, an opportunity to celebrate the living legacies of monuments, traditions, and landscapes. Centuries of Greek, Roman, and Arabic influence create the distinct personality of Catalan culture today.

So rich is Catalonia with history both ancient and modern that visitors are rewarded with no fewer than 16 UNESCO World Heritage sites – landmarks of lasting value and cultural events of intangible importance. In Barcelona, the collective works of Antoni Gaudí – Barcelona Park Güell, Palau Güell, Casa Milà, Casa Vicens, the nativity facade and the crypt of the Sagrada Família, the Casa Batlló, and the crypt of the Colonia Güell – are all UNESCO treasures. Also recognized are Palau de la Música and Hospital de Sant Pau, works by the highly influential art nouveau architect Domènech i Montaner. In Tarragona, stroll the ancient Roman walls and amphitheater known as the Archaeological Ensemble of Tárraco.

Journey to the Royal Abbey of Santa Maria de Poblet, a Cistercian monastery founded in 1151 at the foot of the Prades Mountains, or explore the rock art of the Iberian Mediterranean Basin – prehistoric paintings considered to be the first narrations of European prehistory.

Other cultural diversions might find you attending one of the UNESCO-designated summer solstice festivals in the Pyrenees, or the Patum de Berga, an annual series of dances with people dressed as mythical figures moving to the rhythm of drums. The formation of castells is another remarkable practice, in which members of teams stand atop the shoulders of one another to create human towers. All of these traditions are considered masterpieces of cultural heritage.

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HOW YOU SEE THE WORLD MATTERS

For bookings please contact your preferred Virtuoso Travel Advisor.

Amazing safari experiences that inspire your adventurous spirit… intellectual curiosity… and love of nature.

AFRICAN SAFARIS

An African safari with Tauck brings you to the “Big Five”

in Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, and South Africa’s premier

national parks and private reserves – plus a family safari for

all generations to enjoy together.

Departures January – December 2019

HOW YOU SEE THE WORLD MATTERS

For bookings please contact your preferred Virtuoso Travel Advisor.

Amazing safari experiences that inspire your adventurous spirit… intellectual curiosity… and love of nature.

AFRICAN SAFARIS

An African safari with Tauck brings you to the “Big Five”

in Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, and South Africa’s premier

national parks and private reserves – plus a family safari for

all generations to enjoy together.

Departures January – December 2019

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One of Maui’s black-sand beaches.

TRIP PLANNER

Peruse the following pages for travel inspiration, destination tips, and a variety of voyages that call on ports around the globe. Whether you decide to take it easy with a sunny sailing around Cuba’s coast, head down to Antarctica to hang out with the penguins, or cruise anywhere else that floats your fancy, your travel plans are looking bright indeed.

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Escape the bustle of the holidays stateside by boarding a Central American cruise. Trek through

wildlife refuges and conservation areas in Costa Rica or view exotic underwater vistas while snorkeling

off the coast of Panama.

EUROPE

Head to Europe’s Christmas markets via the Rhine River and

snack on gingerbread in Strasbourg or toast your loved ones with

Weihnachtspunsch, a hot Christmas punch, in Vienna, while taking

in the festive market lights.

HAWAII

Celebrate a holiday trip to Hawaii by singing the famous Christmas tune “Mele Kalikimaka” as you sail

to the state’s biggest hits, from Honolulu to Maui, all while

enjoying local festivities.

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Jump-start the holiday season with a Crystal river cruise to Europe’s famous Christmas markets. Wrap yourself in unparalleled luxury aboard one of the only all-suite river ships on the continent, letting your personal butler unpack while you sip your welcome Champagne on the balcony or check out the spa. Explore ashore with a curated collection of complimentary adventures, then dine on Michelin-inspired farm-to-table cuisine with unlimited fine wines and premium spirits. Book now and discover Travel + Leisure’s “World’s Best River Cruise Line.”

CRYSTAL RIVER CRUISESTM

ADVISOR TIPGuests sailing in a

Penthouse Suite or above can choose from several

complimentary Epicurean Experiences, including an

evening at a shoreside, Michelin-starred

restaurant.

Grand Europe Christmas Markets16 Nights • Crystal Mahler Departs November 20 through December 6, 2018

Itinerary:Budapest, Hungary overnight • Bratislava, Slovakia • Vienna, Austria overnight • Dürnstein, Austria • Melk, Austria • Passau, Germany • Regensburg, Germany overnight • Nuremberg, Germany • Bamberg, Germany • Würzburg, Germany • Miltenberg, Germany • Koblenz, Germany • Cologne, Germany • Amsterdam, Netherlands overnight


Virtuoso Petite Suite fares from $5,895 per person.

Danube Christmas Dreams7 Nights • Crystal Ravel Departs November 22, November 29, and December 6 and 13, 2018

Itinerary:Vienna, Austria overnight • Krems, Austria • Spitz, Austria • Linz, Austria • Melk, Austria • Bratislava, Slovakia • Budapest, Hungary overnight (itinerary also operates in reverse)



Christmas Time on the Rhine7 Nights • Crystal Debussy Departs November 23 and December 10, 2018

Itinerary:Basel, Switzerland • Kehl, Germany • Karlsruhe, Germany • Mannheim, Germany • Rüdesheim, Germany overnight • Koblenz, Germany overnight • Cologne, Germany overnight • Amsterdam, Netherlands overnight



This Christmas season, give yourself the gift of Crystal.

Crystal River Cruises’ ships can access intimate ports along

Europe’s famed rivers.

TRIP PLANNER


Rhine Christmas Markets10 or 11 Nights • Crystal Bach and Crystal Debussy Departures available November 25 through December 17, 2018

Itinerary:Amsterdam, Netherlands two overnights • Cologne, Germany • Koblenz, Germany overnight • Rüdesheim, Germany • Speyer, Germany • Kehl, Germany • Breisach, Germany • Basel, Switzerland overnight (itinerary also operates in reverse)



Danube Christmas Markets10 Nights • Crystal Mozart Departs November 30 and December 10, 2018

Itinerary:Vienna, Austria overnight • Melk, Austria • Linz, Austria overnight • Passau, Germany overnight • Vilshofen an der Donau, Germany • Krems, Austria • Bratislava, Slovakia • Vienna, Austria overnight

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Virtuoso Voyages custom-curated shore experience in Vienna, welcome reception, and onboard Virtuoso host (11/20 departure); $200 shipboard credit per person (12/10 departure)

Virtuoso Deluxe Suite with Fixed Window fares from $2,695 per person.

Panoramic Balcony-WindowTM

suites bring the outside in.

Indulge in a variety of delectable fare at Bistro.

Sip unlimited fine wines and Champagnes.

Enjoy the highest staff-to-guest ratio on the river.

Get into the holiday spirit with festive activities on board and onshore.

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From a welcome bottle of Champagne to a personal butler attending to every request, Cunard’s Queens Grill Suites provide one of the finest luxury travel experiences available. Dine at your private reserved table in the exclusive Queen Grills restaurant, or perhaps al fresco on your balcony with meals served course by course. Share camaraderie with like-minded travelers in the comfortable Grills lounge. Cunard’s iconic ships take you on legendary journeys around the world in style and luxury.

CUNARD LINE ADVISOR TIPFor an over-the-top sleep at

sea, book a Queens Grill Duplex Suite. Available exclusively

aboard Queen Mary 2, these bi-level sanctuaries feature expansive decks, dining for

eight, and even private fitness equipment.

Classic Transatlantic Crossing7 Nights • Queen Mary 2 Departures available April 28 through December 15, 2019

Itinerary:New York, New York • London (Southampton), United Kingdom (or reverse)

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Private car transfers for Grill Suitesand specialty dining credit for Balconyand Grill Suites on select sailings

Virtuoso Balcony fares from $1,269* per person.

*Taxes, fees, and port expenses ranging from $80 to $140 per person are additional and subject to change.

Baltic Explorer16 Nights • Queen Victoria Departs May 19, 2019

Itinerary:London (Southampton), United Kingdom • Skagen, Denmark • Copenhagen, Denmark • Gdynia, Poland • Visby, Sweden • Saint Petersburg, Russia overnight • Klaipėda, Lithuania • Oslo, Norway • Kristiansand, Norway • London (Southampton), United Kingdom

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:$125 shore excursion credit for Balcony or $250 shore excursion credit for Grill Suites, specialty dining credit, welcome reception, and onboard Virtuoso host


*Taxes, fees, and port expenses of up to $215 per person are additional and subject to change.

Alaska & Pacific Coast15 Nights • Queen Elizabeth Departs June 20, 2019

Itinerary:Vancouver, British Columbia • Ketchikan, Alaska • Juneau, Alaska • Skagway, Alaska • Icy Strait Point, Alaska • Sitka, Alaska • Victoria, British Columbia • Vancouver, British Columbia • San Francisco, California • Los Angeles, California overnight

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:$125 shore excursion credit for Balcony or $250 shore excursion credit for Grill Suites, specialty dining credit, welcome reception, and onboard Virtuoso host


*Taxes, fees, and port expenses of up to $355 per person are additional and subject to change.

Welcome to your sumptuous home at sea.

Spend an extra night in New York and join an excursion to Harlem’s famous Cotton Club.

Enjoy the ever- changing scenery

from your spacious private balcony.

Dine on regional French cuisine in The Verandah restaurant.

TRIP PLANNER


With its floating boutique hotels filled with antiques and original artworks, Uniworld trans-formed the way that travelers viewed European river cruising. Now the cruise line is once again changing perspectives with its newest super ship, S.S. Bon Voyage, which sails a brand-new route through Bordeaux. Another new itinerary, between Amsterdam and Vienna, takes guests on an exclusive visit to Austria’s oldest wine estate. Whichever voyage you choose, you can explore your way with curated activities that include biking tours, hikes, and meals in local homes.

UNIWORLD BOUTIQUE RIVER CRUISE COLLECTIONADVISOR TIP

Keep your focus on wellness with Uniworld’s complimentary

on-deck yoga classes, TRX suspension training, and healthy dining choices, including vegetarian and vegan options.

Brilliant Bordeaux7 Nights • S.S. Bon Voyage Departures available March 31 through November 3, 2019

Itinerary:Bordeaux, France • Cruising the Garonne River and Gironde Estuary, France • Cussac-Fort-Médoc, Pauillac La Fayette, France • Cadillac, France • Blaye, Bourg-sur-Gironde, France • Libourne (Saint-Émilion), France • Cité du Vin, France • Bordeaux (Quai des Chartrons), France

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Virtuoso Voyages custom-curatedshore experience in Bordeaux,welcome reception, and onboardVirtuoso host on select sailings

Virtuoso Classic fares from $2,799 per person.

Gems of Northern Italy9 Nights • River Countess Departures available April 12 through July 26, 2019

Itinerary:Milan, Italy • Verona (Valpolicella)/Venice, Italy (Embark) • Chioggia, Italy • Polesella (Bologna or Ferrara), Italy • Taglio di Po, Italy • Chioggia, Italy • Venice Islands (Burano, Mazzorbo, Torcello), Italy • Venice, Italy

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Virtuoso Voyages custom-curatedshore experience in Venice, welcome reception, and onboard Virtuoso host on select sailings


Alluring Amsterdam & Vienna14 Nights • River Princess Departures available April 28 through October 13, 2019

Itinerary:Vienna, Austria • Dürnstein, Austria • Passau, Germany • Regensburg, Germany • Roth, Nuremberg, Germany • Bamberg, Germany • Volkach, Germany • Miltenberg, Germany • Rüdesheim, Germany • Cologne, Germany • Amsterdam, Netherlands

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Virtuoso Voyages custom-curatedshore experience in Vienna,welcome reception, and onboardVirtuoso host on select sailings


New ship, new routes, new perspectives on the Old World.

During the holidays, Regensburg, a World Heritage site, glows with sparkling lights.

Staff members pay attention to the

tiniest details.

All suite guests enjoy personal butler service.

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Want to see more of France, experience more in Alaska, or be immersed in Cuba? Get the full picture of a destination with Azamara Club Cruises’ new intensive voyages, which feature itineraries consisting of most, if not all, ports of call within one destination. Join an expert captain in Ketchikan to fish for king salmon; try a cigar, rum, and coffee pairing at a Havana tobacco factory; and learn the art of provincial French cuisine from master chef René Bérard in Sanary-sur-Mer.

AZAMARA CLUB CRUISES ADVISOR TIPForget all your cares in a

Club Spa Suite; located next to the Sanctum Spa, these

suites feature glass-enclosed deep-soaking tubs with ocean views, healthy snacks, in-room

spa music, and other soothing amenities.

Cuba Intensive9 Nights • Azamara Journey® Departs February 11, 2019

Itinerary:Miami, Florida • Havana, Cuba two overnights • Cienfuegos, Cuba • Santiago de Cuba, Cuba • Miami, Florida

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:$175 per person shipboard credit, welcome reception, and onboard Virtuoso host

Virtuoso Oceanview fares from $3,749 per person.

France Intensive7 Nights • Azamara Pursuit® Departs April 13, 2019

Itinerary:Barcelona, Spain • Port-Vendres, France • Marseilles (Provence), France overnight • Sanary-sur-Mer, France • Saint-Tropez, France • Calvi, Corsica, France • Cannes, France • Monte Carlo, Monaco

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Virtuoso Voyages custom-curatedshore experience in Calvi, welcome reception, and onboard Virtuoso host


Alaska Intensive10 Nights • Azamara Quest® Departs May 25, 2019

Itinerary:Seward, Alaska • Hubbard Glacier, Alaska • Skagway, Alaska • Haines, Alaska • Juneau, Alaska • Icy Strait Point, Alaska • Sitka, Alaska • Ketchikan, Alaska • Victoria, British Columbia • Vancouver, British Columbia

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Virtuoso Voyages custom-curatedshore experience in Sitka, welcome reception, and onboard Virtuoso host


Travel deeper with country-intensive voyages.

Cuba still has about 60,000 “Yank Tanks” from the 1950s.

Onboard dining incorporates local flavors.

Club Spa Suites boast indulgent amenities and remarkable views.

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Cruise your way with Avalon Choice, which lets you select the inclusive tours, activities, and events that interest you most. Join a local expert on a guided tour through the history and heritage of your destination. Immerse yourself in the culture with inspiring, interactive activities, from cooking classes to painting workshops. Or stay on the go with energetic excursions such as guided jogging and biking tours or hikes through scenic locales. Personalize your experience even more with a selection of optional excursions.

AVALON WATERWAYSADVISOR TIP

You have more dining choices as well, thanks to Avalon Fresh cuisine. Look for healthy, locally sourced options at every meal.

Romantic Rhine7 Nights • Avalon Expression®, Avalon VistaSM , Avalon Panorama®

Departures available throughout 2019

Itinerary:Basel, Switzerland • Breisach, Germany • Strasbourg, France • Ludwigshafen, Germany • Heidelberg, Germany • Mainz, Germany • Rüdesheim, Germany • Koblenz, Germany • Cologne, Germany • Amsterdam, Netherlands (or reverse)

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Prepaid gratuities on select sailings

Virtuoso Riverview fares from $2,899 per person.

Active Discovery on the Rhône7 Nights • Avalon Poetry®


Itinerary:Lyon, France • Tain-L’Heritage/Tournon- sur-Rhône, France • Viviers, France • Avignon, France • Arles, France • Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône, France (or reverse)



Magnificent Europe14 Nights • Avalon Illumination®, Avalon Tranquility II®, Avalon Artistry II®, Avalon Passion®, Avalon ImpressionSM


Itinerary:Amsterdam, Netherlands • Cologne, Germany • Rüdesheim, Germany • Rothenburg, Germany • Würzburg, Germany • Marktbreit, Germany • Bamberg, Germany • Roth, Germany • Nuremberg, Germany • Regensburg, Germany • Passau, Germany • Linz, Austria • Melk, Austria • Vienna, Austria • Budapest, Hungary (or reverse)



Chart your course and make your cruise your own.

More in view. More to do.

Watch the river roll past from the Sky Deck whirlpool.

Enjoy the widest view on the water.

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SEABOURN ADVISOR TIPSeabourn redefines well- being at sea with Spa &

Wellness with Dr. Andrew Weil, the first-of-its-kind mindful

living program offering complimentary yoga and

meditation sessions, workshops, and more.

New Zealand’s Splendors16 Nights • Seabourn Encore Departs January 6, 2019

Itinerary:Auckland, New Zealand • Matiatia Bay, Waiheke Island, New Zealand • Russell (Bay of Islands), New Zealand • Kingston, Norfolk Island, Australia • Milford Sound, New Zealand • Cruising Fiordland National Park • Oban (Halfmoon Bay), New Zealand • Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand • Akaroa (Christchurch), New Zealand • Kaikoura, New Zealand • Wellington, New Zealand • Napier, New Zealand • Gisborne, New Zealand • Tauranga (Rotorua), New Zealand • Auckland, New Zealand

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Virtuoso Voyages custom-curated shore experience in Wellington, welcome reception, and onboard Virtuoso host

Virtuoso Veranda Suite fares from $5,999 per person.

New Zealand & Australia16 Nights • Seabourn Encore Departures available January 22 and March 11, 2019

Itinerary:Auckland, New Zealand • Tauranga (Rotorua), New Zealand • Nelson, New Zealand • Wellington, New Zealand • Akaroa (Christchurch), New Zealand • Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand • Oban (Halfmoon Bay), New Zealand • Cruising Fiordland National Park • Milford Sound, New Zealand • Melbourne, Australia • Phillip Island, Victoria, Australia • Eden, New South Wales, Australia • Sydney, Australia

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Virtuoso Voyages custom-curatedshore experience in Wellington,welcome reception, and onboardVirtuoso host

Virtuoso Veranda Suite fares from $6,999 per person.Fare based on January 22, 2019 departure

The Coral Coast & Orchid Isles16 Nights • Seabourn Encore Departs March 27, 2019

Itinerary:Sydney, Australia • Brisbane, Australia • Moreton Island, Queensland, Australia • Hamilton Island, Queensland, Australia • Townsville, Australia • Cairns, Australia • Dili, East Timor • Komodo Island, Indonesia • Senggigi, Indonesia • Benoa (Denpasar), Bali, Indonesia

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Virtuoso Voyages custom-curatedshore experience in Brisbane,welcome reception, and onboardVirtuoso host


It’s the little touches that make all the difference.

Ventures by SeabournTM optional excursions allow you to join expedition teams on a variety of curated adventures in select destinations.

TRIP PLANNER

Intimate ships with a private club atmosphere. Luxuriously appointed oceanfront suites, with a welcome bottle of Champagne and complimentary in-suite bar stocked with your preferences. Free-flowing premium spirits and fine wines, along with impeccable dining further enhanced through a culinary partnership with chef Thomas Keller. Intuitive, personalized service that exceeds expectations and never requires tipping. You’ll notice the Seabourn Difference the moment you step on board and remember it long after your voyage ends.


Gems of the Java Sea10 Nights • Seabourn Encore Departs April 12, 2019

Itinerary:Benoa (Denpasar), Bali, Indonesia overnight • Komodo Island, Indonesia • Celukan Bawang, Bali, Indonesia • Probolinggo, Java, Indonesia • Surabaya, Indonesia • Semarang, Java, Indonesia • Singapore

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Virtuoso Voyages custom-curatedshore experience in Celukan Bawang,welcome reception, and onboardVirtuoso host


Step aboard and be part of an exclusive circle.

Relax in your Wintergarden Suite’s solarium with tub and daybed.

Every dish at every venue is always complimentary.

Experience ultra-luxury small-ship cruising aboard

the Seabourn Encore.

Explore Borobudur on a UNESCO-supporting tour.

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Coldest, driest, highest continent on the planet, Antarctica is a pristine wilderness unlike anywhere you’ve ever experienced. Hurtigruten has unparalleled expertise exploring the most remote and beautiful places on earth, navigating a fleet of purpose-built small ships. On an expedition cruise, experience amazing landings, head out on small-boat adventures to get close to icebergs, encounter a rich variety of wildlife, visit remote research stations, and much more.

HURTIGRUTENADVISOR TIP

Hurtigruten keeps kids engaged with its Young

Explorers Program, with daily activities and field observations,

which they can keep track of in their own logbook.

Antarctica & Falklands – Southern Hemisphere Adventure16 Nights • Midnatsol Departs October 26, 2019

Itinerary:Puerto Madryn, Argentina • Falkland Islands • Antarctica • Ushuaia/Buenos Aires, Argentina

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:NOK 600 shipboard credit per person

Virtuoso Polar Inside fares from $9,129 per person.

Antarctica – Highlights of the Frozen Continent12 Nights • Midnatsol Departures available November 10 through December 28, 2019

Itinerary:Buenos Aires, Argentina • Ushuaia, Argentina • Antarctica


Virtuoso Polar Inside fares from $8,160 per person.

Chilean Fjords and Antarctica – White Christmas Adventure14 Nights • Roald Amundsen Departs December 13, 2019

Itinerary:Santiago, Chile • Punta Arenas, Chile • Chilean Fjords, Chile • Antarctica • Strait of Magellan, Chile


Virtuoso Polar Outside fares from $9,831 per person.

Discover Antarctica’s astounding beauty.

Be immersed in pristine wilderness.

Roald Amundsen is Hurtigruten’s first hybrid electric-powered cruise ship.

There are nearly 12 million penguins on Antarctica.

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Those who want to travel their own way can escape on a Norwegian cruise. For those who want to escape during their cruise, there is The Haven. This keycard-access, top-of-ship area is like a boutique hotel within a larger resort; relax on the private sundeck with its own pool, dine at the exclusive restaurant, and enjoy a host of extra amenities, including 24-hour butler service. Haven guests receive priority boarding privileges, and there’s a dedicated concierge to make dinner reservations, reserve onboard activities, and book shore excursions.

NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINEADVISOR TIP

Bring your cocktail attire: Haven guests receive an invitation to a private reception with the ship’s

captain and senior officers.

Western Caribbean10 Nights • Norwegian Epic Departs December 5, 2018

Itinerary:Orlando and the Beaches (Port Canaveral), Florida • Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas • Ocho Rios, Jamaica • George Town, Grand Cayman • Harvest Caye, Belize • Costa Maya, Mexico • Cozumel, Mexico • Orlando and the Beaches (Port Canaveral), Florida

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Up to $200 shipboard credit perstateroom PLUS Free at Sea amenities;Haven guests receive a behind-the- scenes ship tour for up to four guests

Virtuoso Balcony fares from $899 per person.

Panama Canal18 Nights • Norwegian Gem Departs January 2, 2019

Itinerary:New York, New York • Willemstad, Curaçao • Oranjestad, Aruba • Santa Marta, Colombia • Cartagena, Colombia • Puntarenas, Costa Rica • Corinto, Nicaragua • Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala • Zihuatanejo/Ixtapa, Mexico • Puerto Vallarta, Mexico • Cabo San Lucas, Mexico • Los Angeles, California


Virtuoso Balcony fares from $2,749 per person.

Western Caribbean7 Nights • Norwegian Getaway Departures available January 6 and February 24, 2019

Itinerary:Miami, Florida • Roatán, Honduras • Harvest Caye, Belize • Costa Maya, Mexico • Cozumel, Mexico • Miami, Florida



Hide away in your own little Haven.

The Haven Courtyard is a favorite sanctuary.

Zip-line from the 136-foot Flighthouse on

Harvest Caye.

Three-bedroom Garden Villas sleep up to eight.

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Get ready for a river cruise that takes you behind the scenes and into the local culture with experiences including private performances and exclusive entry into world-renowned museums. Discover the rhythms of daily life while you go inside a working windmill in Kinderdijk, explore the charming town of Vernon, or visit the breathtaking Göttweig Abbey in Krems. Every element is designed for your enrichment, from informative lectures and Destination Performances to winetastings and cooking demonstrations on board elegant, award-winning ships.

VIKING®

ADVISOR TIPViking Longships® are among our favorites for their clean

Scandinavian design, full-size stateroom verandas, and

alfresco dining on the Aquavit Terrace®, located

on the bow.

Rhine Getaway7 Nights • State-of-the-Art Viking Longships Departures available throughout 2019

Itinerary:Amsterdam, Netherlands • Kinderdijk, Netherlands • Cologne, Germany • Koblenz, Germany • Heidelberg, Germany • Strasbourg, France • Breisach, Germany • Basel, Switzerland

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:$350 shipboard credit per stateroom and bottle of wine on select sailings

Please connect with your Virtuoso travel advisor for best available fares.

Paris & the Heart of Normandy7 Nights • State-of-the-Art Viking Longships Departures available throughout 2019

Itinerary:Paris, France overnight • Vernon, France • Rouen, France • Normandy Beaches, France • Les Andelys, France • Paris, France overnight



Danube Waltz®

7 Nights • State-of-the-Art Viking Longships Departures available throughout 2019

Itinerary:Budapest, Hungary overnight • Bratislava, Slovakia • Vienna, Austria • Krems, Austria • Linz, Austria • Passau, Germany overnight



Immersive, insightful, enlightening: That is The Viking Way®.

A Viking Longship sailing through Passau, Germany.

Viking offers the most alfresco dining on Europe’s rivers.

Soak in the 270-degree views from your Explorer Suite.

TRIP PLANNER


Gaze at Ha Long Bay’s limestone outcroppings from your Reflection Suite’s cantilevered, all-glass shower. Sail into Lisbon while soaking in the whirlpool on your Penthouse Suite’s veranda. Have an over-the-top time in the Caribbean while staying in a top-of-ship Iconic Suite, with panoramic views from front to back. Experience the world’s most amazing places while living the suite life with Celebrity, enjoying personal butler service and an array of privileged amenities, including a private restaurant and club.

CELEBRITY CRUISESADVISOR TIP

Besides private dining in Luminae restaurant, Edge Class Suite guests have access to The Retreat, an exclusive sanctuary

with a sundeck and lounge area, full-size pool, and

dedicated butlers.

Dutch Antilles Caribbean12 Nights • Celebrity Summit® Departs January 17, 2019

Itinerary:San Juan, Puerto Rico • Saint Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands • Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis • Saint John’s, Antigua • Willemstad, Curaçao • Oranjestad, Aruba overnight • Kralendijk, Bonaire • Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas • Ponce, Puerto Rico • San Juan, Puerto Rico

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:One specialty dinner for two (Veranda and above); Suite guests also receive a $75 shopping credit PLUS receive an additional $75 shipboard credit per stateroom

Virtuoso Veranda fares from $1,799.

Taxes, fees, and port expenses of $103.47 per person are additional and subject to change.

Taiwan, Vietnam & Thailand14 Nights • Celebrity Millennium® Departs February 16, 2019

Itinerary:Hong Kong, China overnight • Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan overnight • Hanoi (Ha Long Bay), Vietnam • Hue/Da Nang (Chan May), Vietnam • Bangkok/Laem Chabang, Thailand overnight • Singapore overnight




Iberian Peninsula10 Nights • Celebrity EdgeSM Departs May 15, 2019

Itinerary:Southampton, England • Bilbao, Spain • La Coruna, Spain • Lisbon, Portugal • Gibraltar, United Kingdom • Palma de Mallorca, Spain • Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy




Watch the world go by in modern luxury.

Split-level Edge Villas feature a plunge pool on the terrace.

Globally inspired cuisine, crafted by a

Michelin-starred chef.

Climb 268 steps to Hong Kong’s Big Buddha.

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Head underwater for an exhilarating shark encounter – no scuba diving necessary! – on an Animal PlanetTM excursion in Honolulu. Transit the Panama Canal before taking a seat for Stephen Schwartz’s exclusive, Broadway-worthy production The Secret Silk. Plan a culinary tour of Boston’s North End, then relax watching Movies Under the Stars®. Wherever you travel, you’ll always come back new with Princess’ continued commitment to creating new experiences on board and onshore.

PRINCESS CRUISES®

ADVISOR TIPClub Class Mini-Suites boast

a premium location on the ship and premier benefits, including exclusive Club Class Dining with no wait, a dedicated staff, and

tableside preparation.

Hawaiian Islands15 Nights • Emerald Princess® Departs March 11, 2019

Itinerary:Maui (Lahaina), Hawaii • Hilo, Hawaii • Honolulu, Hawaii • Kauai (Nawiliwili), Hawaii

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:$75 shipboard credit per stateroom


Panama Canal – Pacific Adventure19 Nights • Coral Princess® Departs March 17, 2019

Itinerary:Los Angeles, California • Huatulco, Mexico • Puerto Chiapas, Mexico • Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala • Panama Canal Partial Transit • Puntarenas, Costa Rica • San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua • Manzanzillo, Mexico • Los Angeles, California



Canada & Colonial America13 Nights • Caribbean Princess® Departs July 27, 2019

Itinerary:Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Charleston, South Carolina • New York, New York • Newport, Rhode Island • Boston, Massachusetts • Bar Harbor, Maine • Saint John, New Brunswick • Halifax, Nova Scotia • Sydney, Nova Scotia • Québec City, Québec overnight



Wherever you go, you’ll come back new®.

Join an Animal Planet tour to Costa Rica’s Scarlet Macaw Sanctuary.

Each Princess ship is a destination in itself.

Suite guests enjoy a complimentary

minibar setup.

TRIP PLANNER


Experience the Galápagos Islands and their fearless wildlife from 360 degrees, snapping countless photos of flightless cormorants and blue-footed boobies, snorkeling with sea lions, and walking among giant tortoises. Dive among the corals of the Belize Barrier Reef before venturing into the Guatemalan jungles to discover the spectacular temples of Tikal and Yaxha. Hike among monkeys, sloths, and tropical birds in Costa Rica’s rain forests, kayak cool azure waters, and transit the Panama Canal, a historic marvel of engineering.

LINDBLAD EXPEDITIONS – NATIONAL GEOGRAPHICADVISOR TIP

Lindblad has some of the best expedition leaders and

naturalists in the business, and also brings along a National Geographic-certified photo instructor and other experts

on every voyage.

Galápagos9 Nights • National Geographic Endeavour II and National Geographic Islander Departures available weekly throughout 2019

Itinerary:U.S./Guayaquil, Ecuador • Guayaquil, Ecuador/Galápagos Islands (Embark) • Galápagos Islands • Galápagos Islands (Disembark) /Guayaquil, Ecuador • Guayaquil, Ecuador/U.S.


Virtuoso Oceanview Stateroom fares from $6,960 per person.

Costa Rica & the Panama Canal7 Nights • National Geographic Quest Departures available January 5 through March 29, 2019

Itinerary:U.S./San José, Costa Rica/Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica (Embark) • Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica • Golfo Dulce/Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica overnight • Isla Coiba National Park, Panama • Gulf of Panama Islets/Panama Canal Transit • Gatún Lake, Panama/Panama Canal Transit • Colón/Panama City, Panama/U.S. (Disembark)



Belize to Tikal: Reefs, Rivers & Ruins of the Maya World8 Nights • National Geographic Quest Departures available February 13 through March 20, 2019

Itinerary:U.S./Guatemala (Embark) • Monkey River and Laughing Bird Caye National Park, Belize • Exploring the Belize Barrier Reef • Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary and Manatee or Sittee River, Belize • Lighthouse Reef Atoll, Belize • Santo Tomás de Castilla, Guatemala/Flores, Guatemala (Disembark) • Tikal, Guatemala • Yaxha, Guatemala • Flores, Guatemala/ Guatemala City, Guatemala/U.S.



Giant tortoises, Mayan ruins, and monkeys galore.

The Temple of the Jaguar towers over Tikal.

Look for four species of monkeys in Costa Rica.

Galápagos giant tortoise in the highlands of Isla Santa Cruz.

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With its dynamic mix of cultures, cuisines, histories, and religions, Asia is so much more than the sum of its parts. See far more in the Far East with Silversea’s collection of curated voyages. Find inner peace in the “Land of the Rising Sun,” Japan; kayak through mystical Ha Long Bay in Vietnam; encounter orangutans in the forests of Borneo; and take part in a traditional Buddhist ceremony at a monastery in Yangon, Myanmar. Discover a region like nowhere else on earth during an all-inclusive luxury cruise unlike any other.

SILVERSEA CRUISESADVISOR TIP

Need more enticement to go? Book by September 30, 2018, and you’ll enjoy reduced air-fares, a complimentary hotel

stay, transfers, and, best of all, select free shore excursions.

The Essence of Modern Asia15 Nights • Silver Shadow Departs October 29, 2018

Itinerary:Tokyo, Japan • Osaka, Japan • Hiroshima, Japan • Tianjin (Beijing), China • Shanghai, China • Hong Kong, China

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Virtuoso Voyages custom-curatedshore experience in Osaka, welcome reception, and onboard Virtuoso host

Virtuoso Vista Suite fares from $6,900 per person.

Discover Asia’s Beauty10 Nights • Silver Shadow Departs November 13, 2018

Itinerary:Hong Kong, China • Ha Long Bay, Vietnam • Chan May (Hue/Da Nang), Vietnam • Da Nang, Vietnam • Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam • Singapore

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Virtuoso Voyages custom-curatedshore experience in Da Nang,welcome reception, and onboardVirtuoso host


Explore Asia’s Colors12 Nights • Silver Muse Departs November 19, 2018

Itinerary:Hong Kong, China • Manila, Philippines • Romblon Island, Philippines • Coron, Palawan, Philippines • Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Philippines • Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia • Muara, Brunei Darussalam • Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia • Singapore

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:$150 shipboard credit, welcome reception, and onboard Virtuoso host


Asia, all-inclusive.

TRIP PLANNER

Expect all your needs to be met – sometimes before you even ask.

Follow the footsteps of history through Asia’s storied ports.

Pool staff is at the ready with a towel or favorite beverage.


Discover Asia’s Flavors13 Nights • Silver Shadow Departs November 24, 2018

Itinerary:Singapore • Sandakan, Malaysia • Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Philippines • Coron, Palawan, Philippines • Manila, Philippines • Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam • Bangkok (Klong Toey), Thailand

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:$150 shipboard credit, welcome reception, and onboard Virtuoso host


Asia’s Jewels12 Nights • Silver Muse Departs December 1, 2018

Itinerary:Singapore • Port Klang (Kuala Lumpur), Malaysia • George Town, Penang, Malaysia • Phuket, Thailand • Yangon, Myanmar • Langkawi, Malaysia • Singapore

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Virtuoso Voyages custom-curatedshore experience in Phuket, welcome reception, and onboard Virtuoso host


Your butler serves the ultimate

breakfast in bed.

Explore secluded locales on a shore excursion.

Relish Relais & Chateaux- inspired cuisine.

Upper-deck Superior Veranda Suites afford fabulous views.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultures of the Far East.

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Take a family stroll through Central Park and ride on the Boardwalk’s custom-made carousel, followed by a thrilling aerial show in the oceanfront AquaTheater. Royal Caribbean makes it easy to plan your entire vacation, with a seemingly endless array of things to do on board and onshore. Plan to spend a Perfect Day at CocoCay, the cruise line’s private destination in the Bahamas. New enhancements include the Caribbean’s largest wave pool, North America’s tallest waterslide, and a tethered helium balloon adventure.

ROYAL CARIBBEAN®

ADVISOR TIPTravel in Royal Suite Class

Star tier for an incomparable cruise experience that includes personal, attentive service from your Royal Genie, complimentary

specialty dining throughout the ship, Suite Lounge

access, and more.

Eastern Caribbean7 Nights • Oasis of the Seas® Departs March 31, 2019

Itinerary:Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida • Labadee, Haiti • Falmouth, Jamaica • Cozumel, Mexico • Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Specialty dining experience for two (Balcony) PLUS spa treatment for one (Junior Suite or above)

Virtuoso Neighborhood Balcony fares from $902 per person.

Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day7 Nights • Harmony of the Seas® Departs May 12, 2019

Itinerary:Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida • Perfect Day CocoCay, Bahamas • Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas • Philipsburg, Sint Maarten • Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida


Virtuoso Neighborhood Balcony fares from $1,509 per person.

Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day7 Nights • Symphony of the SeasSM Departs May 18, 2019

Itinerary:Miami, Florida • Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis • Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas • Perfect Day CocoCay, Bahamas • Miami, Florida


Virtuoso Neighborhood Balcony fares from $1,269 per person.

It’s always a beautiful day in these neighborhoods.

The whole family will enjoy a Perfect Day at CocoCay.

The Boardwalk is reminiscent of Coney Island.

Bi-level Sky Loft Suites sleep up to four.

TRIP PLANNER


For nearly 450 years, people have been watching Nativity plays and browsing the wooden stalls at Christkindelsmärik in Strasbourg, Europe’s oldest Christmas market. Aromas of gingerbread and glühwein linger in the brisk air at Nuremburg’s iconic market, while visitors to Vienna’s famous market shop for beeswax candles and candied fruit reinforced by mugs of Weihnachtspunsch. Wandering Europe’s holiday markets is a magical experience, and that spirit is carried out on board with decorated Christmas trees and dazzling lights.

AMAWATERWAYSADVISOR TIP

At the market in Strasbourg, pick up a stuffed white stork, a

symbol of good luck. Nuremberg is famous for its “Plum People,” tiny figurines made of prunes and figs, with walnut heads.

Magical Christmas Markets7 Nights • AmaCerto, AmaSerena, AmaSonata Departures available November through December 2018

Itinerary:Nuremberg, Germany overnight • Regensburg, Germany • Passau, Germany • Linz, Austria • Melk, Austria • Dürnstein, Austria • Krems, Austria • Vienna, Austria overnight



Christmas Markets on the Rhine7 Nights • AmaKristina, AmaPrima, AmaStella Departures available November through December 2018

Itinerary:Amsterdam, Netherlands overnight • Cologne, Germany • Rhine Gorge, Germany • Rüdesheim, Germany • Mannheim, Germany • Strasbourg, France • Breisach, Germany • Basel, Switzerland



Iconic Christmas Markets 7 Nights • AmaLea, AmaSerena, AmaViola Departures available November through December 2018

Itinerary:Nuremberg, Germany overnight • Regensburg, Germany • Passau, Germany • Melk, Austria • Vienna, Austria overnight • Budapest, Hungary overnight

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace


‘Tis the season for Europe’s magical Christmas markets.

Sample a sweet Baumstriezel at the Regensburg market.

Glide along the Danube or Rhine in complete

comfort and style.

Experience a true tasting menu at the Chef’s Table restaurant.

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Travel has the power to transform us, and our world. A Holland America Line voyage introduces you to new lands, new customs, and new experiences while revealing our commonalities. On board, you can dine on a variety of global cuisines and engage in activities ranging from digital workshops to decadent treatments in the Greenhouse Spa & SalonTM, and from live cooking shows with America’s Test Kitchen to wine-making at the only purpose-built wine- blending venue at sea. Join us on board for unforgettable ways to experience our world’s wonders.

HOLLAND AMERICA LINEADVISOR TIP

Neptune Suite guests enjoy access to the exclusive

Neptune Lounge, a private space with refreshments and its own concierge, who can make

dinner reservations and book shore excursions.

Western Caribbean7 Nights • Nieuw Statendam Departures available January 6 and February 10, 2019

Itinerary:Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Half MoonCay, Bahamas • Montego Bay or Ocho Rios, Jamaica • George Town, CaymanIslands • Cozumel, Mexico • FortLauderdale, Florida

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Up to $50 shipboard credit per stateroom


Southern Caribbean Seafarer10 Nights • Koningsdam Departures available January 13 and February 24, 2019

Itinerary:Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Half Moon Cay, Bahamas • Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos • Amber Cove, Dominican Republic • Kralendijk, Bonaire • Willemstad, Curaçao • Oranjestad, Aruba • Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Up to $50 shipboard credit per stateroom


Panama Canal 15 Nights • Volendam Departs March 4, 2019

Itinerary:San Diego, California • Cabo San Lucas, Mexico • Puerto Chiapas, Mexico • Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala • Corinto, Nicaragua • Puerto Caldera (Puntarenas), Costa Rica • Cartagena,Colombia • Half Moon Cay, Bahamas •Fort Lauderdale, Florida



Transforming the world, one journey at a time.

Renew your vows at Half Moon Cay’s exclusive chapel.

There’s a specialty restaurant for every taste.

Sleep well on a signature Mariner’s Dream bed.

TRIP PLANNER


The Seven Seas Explorer® exceeds the loftiest expectations for luxury. With cruising’s first in-suite spa and a balcony the size of most master suites, the two-bedroom Regent Suite is plush, palatial, and downright eye-popping. Dine at up to five specialty restaurants, indulge in Red Flower therapeutic treatments at Canyon Ranch SpaClub, and whip something up in the Culinary Arts Kitchen. Best of all, everything’s included: unlimited shore excursions, gratuities, even round-trip business-class air on all intercontinental flights!

REGENT SEVEN SEAS CRUISES®

ADVISOR TIPConcierge Suites and above come with a host of extras,

including a one-night pre-cruise hotel package. Guests in

Penthouse Suites and above can indulge in the services

of a meticulous butler.

Safari to Samba14 Nights • Seven Seas Explorer®

Departs January 6, 2019

Itinerary:Cape Town, South Africa • Lüderitz, Namibia • Walvis Bay, Namibia overnight • Jamestown, Saint Helena • Rio de Janeiro, Brazil overnight

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Virtuoso Voyages custom-curatedshore experience in Walvis Bay,welcome reception, and onboardVirtuoso host


Inca Treasure & Mayan Temples20 Nights • Seven Seas Explorer®

Departs February 17, 2019

Itinerary:Santiago (San Antonio), Chile • Coquimbo, Chile • Iquique, Chile • Lima (Callao), Peru • Salaverry, Peru • Guayaquil, Ecuador • Puntarenas, Costa Rica • San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua • Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala • Acapulco, Mexico • Cabo San Lucas, Mexico • Los Angeles, California

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Virtuoso Voyages custom-curatedshore experience in Callao, welcome reception, and onboard Virtuoso host


Escape to the Azores14 Nights • Seven Seas Explorer®

Departs March 25, 2019

Itinerary:Miami, Florida • Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda overnight • Horta (Azores), Portugal • Ponta Delgada (Azores), Portugal • Funchal (Madeira), Portugal • Lisbon, Portugal

Complimentary Virtuoso Exclusive:Virtuoso Voyages custom-curated shore experience in Funchal, welcome reception, and onboard Virtuoso host


Live luxuriously aboard the world-class Seven Seas Explorer®.

French fare comes with a modern twist in the elegantly appointed

Chartreuse restaurant.

Grand Suite guests receive guaranteed reservations each night in the specialty restaurant of their choice.

Spaciously intimate, breathlessly elegant, and perfectly staffed.

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WHO:Lacey Day, Virtuoso traveler

WHERE: Killarney, Ireland

TIP:“In Ireland, it’s going to rain, but don’t let that keep

you from exploring. The rainfall comes and goes quickly, so make sure to get out there, even if the weather isn’t behaving.” – Lacey Day

WINGING ITPOSTCARD

High-flying adventure in the forests of Killarney.

“This was an amazing experience,” says Day of her guided hawk walk with fiancé Jason Hazel. “It was just us and our guide strolling through the forest with a smart and beautiful bird of prey, learning about

the history and craft of falconry.” Hazel snapped the picture of her above with the hawk perched on her glove.

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Autumn in Japan. Immerse your senses.Autumn crisply dances southward down the Japanese archipelago in swaths of red and gold. At its peak, there is no better place than one where you're able to gaze out at beautiful Mount Fuji while being surrounded by autumn leaves. The majestic mountain stands in sharp contrast to the crimson foliage while the nearby lakes turn to magnificent shades of amber and gold creating an almost surreal beauty for those fortunate enough to experience and revel in it. We look forward to welcoming you.

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