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7 Night Murraylands & Wildlife CruiseMannum to Mannum | January to December | 7 NightsOn the Murray Princess (Sternwheeler) | Operated by Captain Cook CruisesThere's no better way to see the Murray River and a slice of the hauntingly beautiful and dramatic Australian outback, it's unique flora and fauna, and the rich legacy of old riverside ports and indigenous culture close up than to drift unhurried and quietly under the power of the paddle-wheeler PS Murray Princess.… |
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Norwegian Fjords - 2 Sail for the Price of 1Promotion valid until August 31, 2009Discover the “World’s Most Beautiful Voyage” aboard Hurtigruten. For over 116 years, Hurtigruten has navigated the 1,250-mile, fjord-filled west coast of Norway. Hurtigruten’s fleet of modern ships visits 34 ports-of-call between Bergen in the south and Kirkenes in the north near the Russian border.… |
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Cruise the Inside Passage of British ColumbiaBella Bella to Vancouver, Canada | July to September | 6 NightsOn the Parry (Tugboat) | Operated by Westwind Tugboat AdventuresAdventure cruise the waters from Vancouver to British Columbia's most northern seaport, Prince Rupert. This magnificent piece of the "Inside Passage" is cut with picturesque channels and fiords, bordered by snow capped mountains, glaciers and evergreen forests that seem to grow right out of the water. Wildlife is in… |
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Costa Rica ExperienceCosta RicaDiscover the unspoiled natural beauty of Costa Rica, where the lush, idyllic rainforests meet clear, blue ocean waters. Pass waterfalls and wildlife as you fly through the canopy by zip line. Explore the singular beauty of the unexplored tropical forest rafting down the Sarapiqui River. Kayak in an open ocean paddle… |
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Xi'anXi'an - with five million inhabitants and capital of Shaanxi Province - is one of the more pleasant of Chinese cities, more prosperous than any other city in inland China except Chengdu, with streets full of Japanese cars, stores flooded with temptations, and stylish locals in new discos. It's far richer than the… |
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15 Strange Items to Pack for a Cruise
By: Taffy on trifter.com | April 02, 2009
You’ve packed the normal items for cruise: clothes, foot wear, toiletries and camera. What else could you possibly need?
Here are 15 odd items you will be glad you packed:
Over-the-door shoe holder/travel cosmetic case: Cruise ship bathrooms are notoriously small. There is a very small area for your…
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PaddlewheelerOld Fashioned CharmStep back into time as you embark on the adventure of a lifetime. Paddlewheeler combine old fashioned charm with modern amenities to ensure an experience like no other. Discover the heart and soul of enchanting destinations. Your awe-inspiring view of the world would be impossible to experience in any other way. History is at your fingertips. |
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Family and FriendsAnything but Your Average ReunionEscape the rut of long car rides, crowded amusement parks, unpredictable weather, and bored children. Cruises offer something for all of your family and friends with a wide assortment of activities, both onboard and onshore. Let “Are we there yet?” be a thing of the past! |
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