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Welcome to the world of specialty cruises — everything that megaship cruising isn't. If you're looking for an alternative to big-box cruise ships, you've come to the right place.

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TopFeatured Cruise    The latest SHOWCASE cruise

Caribbean Sailing

Grenada to Grenada | January to December | 6 Nights

On the Diamant (Schooner) | Operated by Island Windjammers

The Grenadines, a chain of over 600 islands in the Windward Islands, is considered one of the most exclusive sailing grounds in the world. Your week on board Island Windjammers' tall ship, Diamant, will introduce you to an amazing selection of the most desired ports of call, including locations unreachable by the…

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Mother Nature Spent 30,000 Years Carving it for You

Don't Disappoint Her

Promotion valid until February 26, 2010

Save up to $400/cabin when you book and pay in full by Feb 26, 2010 (valid for departures in June to August, 2010)

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Save up to $800/cabin when you book and pay in full by Feb 26, 2010 (valid for departures in Sept to Oct, 2010)

Cruise the spectacular Columbia and Snake Rivers – where…

TopTheme Cruise    The latest exciting Theme Cruise

Coexistence of Cultures and Faiths: A Voyage to Sacred Sites in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean

Piraeus to Piraeus | July to July | 10 Nights

On the Corinthian II (Mega Yacht) | Operated by Travel Dynamics International

Three of the world’s great religions—Judaism, Christianity, and Islam—were born along the shores of the Mediterranean. Over the centuries each developed its own traditions and cultures, yet all drew upon the legacy of the great civilizations that came before them: the philosophy and science of the ancient Greeks…

TopUncommon Journey    A unique journey for the discerning traveler

Imperial Majesty

Russia

Our St. Petersburg -- Moscow river cruise is a trip to Russia that you have dreamt of all your life. In addition to the several days of exploration and sightseeing the magnificent imperial Russian cities of St. Petersburg and Moscow, your itinerary will include picturesque and ancient Volga River cities of the…

TopUncommon Journey    It doesn't get better than this...

Our Most Exotic Uncommon Journey Yet!

Island jewels in the Indian Ocean and along the South African coastline, crowned with an unforgettable safari in Botswana

Imagine combining a visit to exotic island nations of the Indian Ocean with port-hopping down the wildly beautiful South African coast, culminating in a once-in-a-lifetime game safari in Botswana. Having difficulty picturing this? Well, you won't any more. Uncommon Cruises has designed their most exciting Uncommon…

TopFeatured Destination    The latest destination may just be the one

Uglich

Uglich is best known as the town where Prince Dmitri, son of Ivan the Terrible, was murdered. The wooden house in which the Prince occupied and the Church of St. Demetrius memorialize this historic event.

This is possibly the most charming of all Russian provinces and one of the major points of interest of the famous…

TopFeatured Article    Stay informed with our latest SHOWCASE Article

North African cruise: the lure of Libyan lands

By: James Bishop | January 06, 2010

Who now goes to El Alamein? There never was much there, except for a brief but memorable time during the Second World War when the British and Allied forces finally dug in between coast and desert to confront, and finally rout, the German and Italian armies. It was one of the turning points of the war and certainly to…

TopFeatured Vessel    Try a unique vessel; you'll love it!

Schooner

A Simply Graceful Experience

Enjoy the serenity and camaraderie of a simpler time aboard sailing ships much like those of a century ago. The power of nature as she moves you across the water is an uplifting, almost spiritual experience. These graceful ships, propelled by wind, seem to skim across the water. Experience the thrill of sailing with a hoist of the mainsail or sit back, relax, and let the crew do the work.

TopFeatured Theme    Here's the latest SHOWCASE Theme

History and Antiquity

History Comes Alive with Each Journey

Fascinated with the Civil War? Imagine visiting the historic battle grounds. Love Greek mythology? Then visit the temples and ruins built centuries ago for the Greek gods. The pages of history books jump to life as you explore fascinating historical and archeological sites firsthand. Interesting lectures and…

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