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| Sail aboard the luxurious all-suite, all-Verandah, all-inclusive 6-Star Regent Seven Seas Mariner From Barcelona (Spain) to Cartagena (Spain), Málaga/Granada (Spain), Cádiz/Seville (Spain), Casablanca (Morocco), Las Palmas (Canary Islands, Spain), Funchal/Madeira (Portugal) Cascais (Portugal) to Lisbon (Portugal)
August 12 to 23, 2012 ~ 12 days/11 nights from $6449 * Includes unlimited Shore Excursions After savings of up to 62% plus past passengers save an additional $400 per guest Virtuoso Hosts José Catalán and Lance Wilson
Included luxuries: • All ocean-view suites with private Verandah, 301-sq. ft. or larger, with walk-in closet, marble-appointed bathroom with tub or shower • Four open-seating dining rooms where you dine when and with whom you choose: Compass Rose, La Veranda, Prime 7, a classic American steakhouse, and Signatures serving exquisite Le Cordon Bleu® cuisine • Complimentary unlimited Shore Excursions in every port (*) • Complimentary overnight at luxury hotel in Barcelona with breakfast, porterage, gratuities and taxes • All beverages including premium wines, champagne and liquor • $250 per couple shipboard credit • Complimentary Virtuoso Shore Event in Madeira, Portugal or additional $300 per couple shipboard credit
Optional economy air fare from Phoenix and most US cities for $1350 Upgrade to business class for an additional $999 each way
*Per person, double, subject to change. Includes port taxes; government fees of $170 per person are extra. Single and children's fares are available. Air fare and upgrades are subject to availability. ‘Regent Choice' shore excursions are also available at a moderate supplement and are limited to fewer guests often including meals, private transportation, and behind the scenes access to sites not often discovered on other tours. Day by Day Itinerary:
12-Aug Sun Barcelona, Spain. Your complimentary deluxe hotel package includes breakfast, taxes and gratuities. Extensions in Barcelona or Sitges, Host José and Lance's second home, are available. Note: Special air fares with airport and ship group transfers are available for $1350 economy class from most U.S. cities. Special business class upgrade is available for only $999 more each way. 13-Aug Mon Barcelona, Spain. Free to enjoy this exciting Mediterranean city, site of the 1992 Summer Olympics. Barcelona is one of Europe's most visually stunning cities, balancing the medieval intimacy of its Gothic Quarter with the grace and distinction of the wide boulevards in the Moderniste Eixample. It was the home of architect Antoni Gaudí, whose Sagrada Familia Cathedral, Park Güell and Casa Milà are the most profound statements of Modernisme. View the splendid works at the Picasso Museum and the Miro Foundation, or discover Barcelona's passionate ambiance at a flamenco show. Sail at 6:00 PM
15-Aug Wed Málaga (Granada), Spain 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM - Situated on Spain's Costa del Sol, Malaga is the region's capital and a popular holiday destination. The city is also renowned as the birthplace of Pablo Picasso, whose works can be seen in the fairly new Museo Picasso housed in the Palacio de Buena vista. And connoisseurs can imbibe in the sweet Malaga dessert wines that come from the hilly vineyards just outside of town. This is a pleasant town to explore and also serves as a popular starting point for excursions to splendid Granada and the famed Alhambra, located inland at the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. Among the included shore excursions are: Granada and the Alhambra, Malaga City, Marbella and Puerto Banus, Picasso's Malaga, and Mijas Village.
17-Aug Fri Casablanca, Morocco 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM - Casablanca is Morocco's largest city and industrial center. Its renaissance came with the French protectorate under its first resident general, Lyautey. It was largely his ideas on public works and the layout of the new city which gave Casablanca its wide boulevards, public parks and fountains, and imposing Mauresque civic buildings. View the Hassan II Mosque, among the largest and most beautiful mosques in the world. Among the included shore excursions are: Highlights of Casablanca, Imperial Rabat, and Hassan II Mosque & El Jadida.
18-Aug Sat At Sea, International Waters
19-Aug Sun Las Palmas, Canary Islands, Spain 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM – Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, founded in 1478, is the political capital and the most populous city in the Canary Islands. It is located in the northeast part of the Spanish island of Gran Canaria, about 93 miles off the northwestern coast of Africa. Las Palmas enjoy a subtropical climate, with mild to warm temperatures throughout the year with excellent beaches. Information about shore excursions in this port are not yet available. Among the popular shore excursions are Vegueta Las Palmas Old town, the Canteras beach, Fisher`s district of San Cristobal, and San Juan de Dios District.
20-Aug Mon Funchal, Madeira, Portugal 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM - The island of Madeira is one-third of Portugal's Madeira archipelago. The triumvirate of islands – Madeira, Porto Santo, and Desertas sits in the Atlantic Ocean, almost equidistant from Lisbon and the West African Coast. Spring's eternal on Madeira. The isle's mild climate leaves it bathed in vegetation year round. The town of Funchal is its bustling capital. Among the included shore excursions are: Mountains of Madeira, Gardens and Quintas of Madeira , Small Villages and Spectacular Views, Taste of Madeira, Pico Dos Barcelos and Monte With Basket Sledge, Cabo Girão, Scenic Madeira, Botanical Gardens and Wine Lodge, Panoramas of West Madeira, Scenic Cabo Girão, and Santana in the North Coast.
Complimentary Virtuoso Shore Event “Madeira Island Sights” Our complimentary Voyager Club exploration of the “Pearl of the Atlantic” from this intimate port capital. The harbor and bay unfold before you as you travel north through Funchal to the village of Monte. The Virgin Mary is the patron saint of the island, and the ornate 15th-century Church of Our Lady of Monte offers testimony to her importance (the church houses an image whose visage of the Madonna is credited with a number of miracles). Madeira is famous for some unique exports. Of course, there's its fortified wine – Madeira – its delicate lace, and its wicker furniture. Those who are not faint of heart will thrill at our next stop: a ride in a traditional wicker toboggan down to Livramento. This unique, but traditional mode of transportation is operated with ropes controlled by two men. The less adventurous need not participate. En route to our elegant luncheon we'll travel along a road whose fragrance is magnificent and refreshing, and we'll stop in Camacha, the island's wicker production center. Here you'll have some time to shop (and whet your appetite for what's ahead). Your lunch repast would not be complete unless accompanied by the island's renowned wine – the bouquet of rich Madeira will fill all your senses. After lunch we'll return to the ship. Guests may substitute this Virtuoso Shore Event for an additional $150 per person onboard credit.
21-Aug Tue At Sea, International Waters
22-Aug Wed Cascais, Portugal 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM – The coastal settlement of Cascais originated in the 12th century, depending administratively on the town of Sintra, located to the north. In its humble beginnings, Cascais lived from the products of the sea and land, but already in the 13th century, its fish production served the capital Lisbon, located nearby. During the 14th century, the population increased to the outside of the walls of its castle. Its prosperity led to the administrative independence from Sintra in 1364. The village and its surroundings were owned by a feudal lord; the most famous of them was João das Regras (died 1404), a lawyer and professor of the University of Lisbon that was involved in the ascension of King John I to power as the first King of the House of Aviz. An important step in the tourism development of the area was given in the first half of the 20th century in neighboring Estoril, in which a casino was built and the infrastructure for luxury vacations was created around Monte Estoril. Information about shore excursions in this port are not yet available. Among the excursions that may be offered are The Condes de Castro Guimarães Museum, Lighthouse and Santa Maria Museum, Estoril Resort, Sintra Palace and Moorish walls.
22-Aug Wed Arrive Lisbon, Portugal at 7:00 PM for overnight aboard the Mariner - Legend states that Ulysses founded Lisbon, calling it Olisipo. Others claim that the name is Phoenician, but all agree it's one of Europe's most fascinating destinations. On All Saints' Day in 1755 a devastating earthquake destroyed much of the city. The Baixa (Lower City) was rebuilt on neo-classical lines that still form the heart of the city. The elegant ‘City of Explorers' overlooks the River Tagus, and offers a number of distinctive neighborhoods to discover. Tour the Alfama, where the winding streets still retain much of their Moorish atmosphere. Stroll to Bairro Alto and hear the melodious sounds of Portugal's Fado music. Nearby excursions transport you to the lavish 18th-century palace of Queluz and Sintra's Royal Palace. Among the included shore excursions are: Unforgettable Old Lisbon, Lisbon Highlights, and Medieval Obidos.
23-Aug Thu Lisbon, Portugal – Disembark this morning for your flight home, an extended stay in Lisbon or continue your voyage aboard the Mariner on an exciting European Voyage to Venice. Our sample discounted fares:
Category D and above are Concierge Level including: upgraded pre-cruise Luxury Hotel package with higher room category or upgraded hotel property, priority online reservations on Shore Excursions for both FREE and Regent Choice tours, beginning 240 days before the cruise starts, priority online reservations in the specialty restaurants Prime 7 and Signatures, 15 minutes of FREE phone calls, and 60 minutes of FREE Internet access per suite and more. Category C and above have Butler service.
Our special group Travelex 360o trip cancellation & medical insurance
(Not age-related) Included coverage: • Trip cancellation due to health reasons up to the insurance coverage purchased. Pre-existing conditions are covered if insurance is purchased within 21 days of deposit • Primary medical and emergency assistance up to $50,000 during trip • Travel delay $1000 per person • Lost, delayed or damaged baggage • Accidental death which occurs within 365 days of injury during trip • Emergency evacuation up to $50,000 • Underwriter United States Fire Insurance Company Sample trip cancellation and medical insurance costs:
For information and reservations please contact José at 480-970-0066 or Lance at 480-314-2809 or 866-813-7573 Protravel International 15333 N. Pima Suite 125 Scottsdale, Arizona 85260-2787
*Per person, double, subject to change. Includes port taxes; government fees of $170 per person are extra. Single and children's fares are available. Air fare and upgrades are subject to availability. ‘Regent Choice' shore excursions are also available at a moderate supplement and are limited to fewer guests often including meals, private transportation, and behind the scenes access to sites not often discovered on other tours. |
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14-Aug Tue Cartagena, Spain Noon to 6:00 PM 
