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WORLD CRUISING
    T he Definitive Gu ide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
     3   7 Great Reasons to Take a World Cruise
                                                                                         WHAT IS A

     3
                                                                       World Cruise?
         Why World Cruisers Keep Returning

     5   Cruise Specialists and World Cruising

     7   A Comparison of Two Booking Options                            »   It is an extended cruise that visits dozens
                                                                            of ports in global destinations.

     9   What Travelers Should Consider                                 »   It may be a full trip around the world
                                                                            or focus on certain continents (at least 3).

    15   World Cruise Frequently Asked Questions                        »   The most popular World Cruises last
                                                                            approximately 3 to 6 months. Itineraries
                                                                            are designed to include more overnight
    19   Cruise Line Enrichment Programs
                                                                            port calls and late night stays in key
                                                                            destinations.

    23   Cruise Specialists World Cruise Voyage Hosts
                                                                        »   World Cruises are often designed to
                                                                            visit ports where UNESCO World

    27   Shore Tour Programs                                                Heritage sites are accessible, such as the
                                                                            Sydney Opera House, the Taj Mahal or
                                                                            other sought-after destinations.
    31   2022-2023 World Cruise Options

    56   Conclusion

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7 GREAT REASONS TO TAKE A

                         World Cruise
    1. Visit multiple destinations and              5. Travel in the company of interesting
       scores of countries on one well-                people and forge lifelong friendships.
       orchestrated vacation.
                                                    6. Escape the winter weather. Most
    2. Experience a vast number of                     World Cruises depart in January
       intriguing cultures.                            and return in the spring.

    3. Go around the world, often without           7. It’s the ultimate learning experience.
       a single international flight.                  Think of a World Cruise as a very

    4. Guests unpack just once – and enjoy
       the same (or better) home away from
                                                       sophisticated “semester at sea.”
                                                                                                             On longer voyages,
       home accommodations, creature
       comforts and incredible service.
                                                                                                               you are not a tourist,
                                                                                                             but a traveler.
                                  WHY WORLD CRUISERS
                                    KEEP RETURNING                                                                 ~ Wendell, Cruise Specialists Client

           DESIRE TO SEE                THEY’VE BUILT                IT’S A SEASONAL
            THE WORLD                STRONG FRIENDSHIPS                 TRADITION

       Each year there is a new       These friends may be           It’s an alternative to
      itinerary, providing ample      fellow passengers or          having a winter home,
       things to see and do for    people they’ve met in ports      or simply has become
      new and returning guests.      around the globe. It's a      a welcome change from
                                      great way to reunite.              the routine.

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                                                                                                                                                              Maui, Hawaii

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CRUISE SPECIALISTS AND
                                                                                                                          WHAT MAKES
                        World Cruising                                                                                  CRUISE SPECIALISTS
                                                                                                                             UNIQUE?

                                                                                                                             A TRAVEL AGENCY
                                                                                                                            THAT SPECIALIZES IN
    As North America’s go-to agency for World Cruises since 1987, we’ve sent more than
                                                                                                                             WORLD CRUISING
    10,000 inquisitive travelers around the globe to pursue their dream.

    We Help You Make Decisions About           We Help You Avoid Costly Mistakes                                        Dedicated Departments &

    »   Which cruise line                      »   Picking the right itinerary so you visit                             Staff in Key Areas Critical to
                                                   your most desired destinations                                       World Cruising:
    »   Type of stateroom or suite
    »   Specific destinations to visit        »   Selecting the best travel insurance                                  »   Shore tours
                                                   based on your needs and lifestyle
    »   Shore tours to take                                                                                             »   Onboard events (and
                                               »   Packaging the entire trip with airfare,                                  pre-cruise special events)
    We Provide Extra Benefits                      pre-cruise hotel and transfers for the
                                                                                                                        »   Friendly and experienced
                                                   best value (and to ensure you arrive
    »   Exclusive rates                                                                                                     Voyage Hosts on select
                                                   with plenty of time to board the ship)
    »   FREE, expert travel advice!                                                                                         World Cruises
    »   Special amenities on select voyages,                                                                            »   Cruise and travel
        such as:                                                                                                            documentation and online
        • Voyage Hosts                                                                                                      registration guidance
        • Shipboard Credits
        • Complimentary Shore Excursions
        • Exclusive Onboard Events

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A COMPARISON OF

                                                                                                  Our expertise is
    Two Booking Options                                                                          the number one reason
    Booking Through Cruise Specialists
                                                                                                 you should book with
    »   Cruise Specialists cruise consultants are well-versed in all aspects                         Cruise Specialists.
        of World Cruises, including cruise lines, ships and itineraries.

    »   Cruise Specialists understands the complexities in arranging
        such a trip, including personal documentation, insurance and                                         ~ Bridgett Quinn Webber,
        onboard amenities.                                                                         Cruise Specialists Cruise Consultant
    »   Cruise Specialists cruise consultants take time to get to know travelers’
        preferences, as well as those of their travel partners. There is a
        genuine interest in making sure guests have a wonderful trip.

    Booking Directly With A Cruise Line
    »   Their agents are only experts in one particular cruise line.

    »   Individual agent may not be as knowledgeable about the full World
        Cruise experience: visas, insurance, inoculations, etc.

    »   They don’t take as much time to get to know individual travelers
        and their preferences.

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                                                                                                                                          Monte Carlo, Monaco

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CONSIDER

                                                              Ship Size
                                        Cruise ship size can greatly impact your World Cruise experience. Smaller
                                        ships equate to a more intimate sailing experience and can slip into more
                                        secluded ports, often docking in the heart of a city. Larger ships provide
                                        more onboard activities and entertainment.

                                        Smaller Ships ·­ Under 900 Guests            Larger Ships · Over 900 Guests
                                        »   Oceania Cruises                          »   Crystal Cruises
      WHAT TR AVELERS                   »   Regent Seven Seas Cruises®               »   Cunard
                                        »   Seabourn                                 »   Holland America Line
                                        »   Silversea                                »   Princess Cruises
                                                                                     »   Viking Ocean Cruises

    SHOULD CONSIDER

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CONSIDER                                                                             CONSIDER

                   Types of Fares                                                     Visas, Insurance & Inoculations
     World Cruise fares range from completely all-inclusive to a more traditional              A World Cruise is a commitment of time and money. That’s why you
     fare, with some cruise lines ranging in between. This can lead to a difference            want to make sure you have the proper documents needed to travel
     of thousands of dollars in what your reservation costs but also lead to a                 and take precautions to ensure your trip goes off without a hitch.
     vastly different onboard experience, in terms of what you pay for once on
     board. Your World Cruise consultant can help you analyze the differences.                 Visas
                                                                                               »   Visa requirements for a World Cruise will vary depending on the
                                                                                                   guest’s nationality and the destinations on the itinerary.
     All-Inclusive Fares May Include:          Traditional Fares:
                                                                                               »   Each visa may take several weeks to acquire. There may also be
     »   FREE roundtrip air (sometimes         »   A more affordable base entry
                                                                                                   a fee associated with the process.
         first class)                              onto the World Cruise.

     »   FREE pre-cruise luxury hotel          »   Guests decide as they go what               Inoculations
                                                   they feel is important, such                »   A travel clinic can recommend precautions and immunizations to
     »   FREE shore excursions
                                                   as shore excursions, specialty                  help you stay healthy and avoid illnesses specific to regions you
     »   FREE specialty restaurants                restaurants or spa services.                    may be visiting.
     »   FREE unlimited beverages,             »   Gratuities are customary at                 »   It’s also important to plan ahead for any current medications
         including fine wines and                  the end of the cruise; a World                  you are on, to ensure you have the proper amount for your trip.
         premium spirits                           Cruise consultant can provide
                                                   guidelines to guests.                       Insurance
     »   FREE pre-paid gratuities
                                                                                               Travel insurance is the number one way to protect your travel
     »   FREE transfers between
                                                                                               investment. There are a variety of types, and you will want to select
         airport and ship
                                                                                               the one that best fits with any risk factors as well as your general
                                                                                               desire to have all of your bases covered while traveling.
                                                                                               »   Trip Cancellation

                                                                                               »   Medical Emergencies

                                                                                               »   Travel Delays

                                                                                               »   Lost Luggage

                                                                                               »   Emergency Services

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CONSIDER

                           Packing
             Top 5 Essentials to Bring on Board:

     1. Interchangeable Outfits

     2. Comfortable Excursion Attire – Sturdy walking shoes, sweater/
        jacket, rain gear, a sturdy backpack, hand sanitizer, possibly a
        swimsuit and cover up, sun hat and binoculars.

     3. Extra Supplies – Prescription or over-the-counter medicine, beauty
        and personal hygiene products, extra pair of eyeglasses, pop-up
        laundry basket, stain treatment and power strip for electronics.

     4. Personal Stateroom Décor to Make You Feel at Home – Photos
        of beloved people or pets, a world map to mark off destinations as
        you visit them.

     5. A Worthwhile Project – Photo albums or scrapbooks you wish to
        complete, knitting or craft projects, a journal or books.

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                                                                                                                                          Muscat, Oman

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Is a World Cruise Expensive?
                                                                    »   Prices vary significantly depending on the cruise ship and type of
                                                                        stateroom/suite you select.

                                                                    »   Think of it as an alternative to a winter home or rental in a sunshine state.

                                                                    What If I Get Sick or Hurt While Traveling?
                                                                    »   Ship doctors can handle a wide variety of medical situations and injuries,
                                                                        which do occasionally happen.

                                                                    »   Your Cruise Specialists Voyage Host is an invaluable asset in the case of
                                                                        a more serious situation. They can help communicate with ship’s staff
                                                                        or your travel consultant to contact your insurance company and obtain
     WORLD CRUISE                                                       necessary assistance. Read more about Voyage Hosts on page 24.

                                                                    Will I Get Bored?

        FAQ'S                                                       »

                                                                    »
                                                                        There are new destinations to visit almost every day.

                                                                        There are countless onboard activities, such as guest lecturers,
                                                                        bridge games, cooking demonstrations and other enrichment.

                                                                    »   There is often not enough time to do it all!

                                                                    What If I Want to Spend Extended Time in One Port?
                                                                    »   It’s possible to rejoin the ship at a later date.

                                                                    »   In some cases the cruise line or your travel agency will offer overland
                                                                         tours, complete with hotel stays, transfers and transportation. Or, your
                                                                         cruise consultant can work with you to create a customized itinerary
                                                                         using trusted, local tour operators.

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What to Do on Sea Days?
     »   Indulge your passions or develop new ones – everything from music
          and photography to food and wine.

     »   Participate in a book club or start that book you’ve been planning to write.

     »   Take a nap in a deck chair, out in the fresh ocean air.

     »   Read up on your next destination.

     »   Go for a swim.

     »   Indulge in a spa treatment.

     »   Attend a lecture series.

     »   Learn to dance.

     »   Work out in the gym.

     »   Meet friends for coffee/tea.

     »   Take a computer class.

     »   Play sports.                                                                                  Sea days are a
     »

     »
         Watch a movie.

         Take up bridge.
                                                                                                   treasured time of renewal,
                                                                                                   a chance to unplug and
                                  TR AVELING SOLO?                                                    enjoy new experiences,
          »
                                    WELCOME ABOARD!

              Nearly 20% of all World           »   Reserving your World Cruise
                                                                                                      and create or nurture
              Cruisers are solo travelers.          as part of a hosted group
                                                    provides you with advantages
                                                                                                     lasting friendships.
          »   Many new friendships
              form fast at sea.
                                                    you would not receive by                 ~ Annie Scrivanich, Cruise Specialists
                                                    booking on your own. A Voyage                           Senior Vice President
          »   Planned activities allow              Host helps build camaraderie,
              you to mingle at a level              hosts special parties for
              you’re comfortable with.

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                                                    guests, escorts special shore
                                                                                                                        Whitehaven Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Australia
                                                    excursions and more.

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Ocean Views
                                                                  Topical world issues are addressed in this moderated
                                                                  format of lively panel discussions among visiting guest
                                                                  ambassadors, professors, foreign correspondents,
                                                                  four-star generals and more.

                                                                  Computer University@Sea
                                                                  Complimentary instruction on everything from basic
                                                                  computer skills to maximizing usage of your smart
                                                                  phone and iPad.

     ENRICHMENT                                                   Cunard Insights®

      PROGRAMS
                                                                  Inspiring talks by celebrities, captains of industry, political
                                                                  heavyweights, journalists and experts in their field.

                                                                  The Cunard Book Club
                                                                  Invites guests to participate in literary discussions.
                                                                  Book selections change quarterly and are reflective
                                                                  of the interests of each ship’s guests.

                                                                 Explorations Central
                                                                 Destination programming designed to deepen your
                                                                 understanding of the places you visit. Includes
                                                                 onboard talks, local performers, Port to Table
                                                                 cooking demonstrations and more.

                                                                 Digital Workshop Powered by Windows®
                                                                 Free workshops that teach the basics of photo editing,
                                                                 movie and slideshow creation, PC organization,

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                                                                 cloud storage with SkyDrive, and more.

                  Panama Canal
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Seabourn Conversations
     Artist Loft                                                                                 Seabourn invites renowned experts from all walks of
     Artists-in-residence program offering step-by-step                                          life to do more than serve as guest speakers, leading
     instruction in classes ranging from painting and                                            and taking part in fascinating discussions.
     sketching to collage making.
                                                                                                 UNESCO Partnership
     The Culinary Center                                                                         This unique partnership promotes sustainable tourism
     The first hands-on cooking school at sea, offering fully-                                   at World Heritage properties. It means your travels will
     equipped work stations. Guests can also accompany                                           be enhanced by deeper insight and information about
     chefs in select ports on Culinary Discovery ToursTM.                                        these priceless destinations.

     ScholarShip@Sea®
                                                                                                 Silver Perspectives®
     Destination lectures, wine tastings, art history
                                                                                                 Lectures from authors, journalists, naturalists, diplomats,
     presentations, and classes on everything from culinary
                                                                                                 chefs and artists on topics ranging from tribal customs to
     arts to photography and computer technology.
                                                                                                 ancient history.
     Princess Cruises Book Club
                                                                                                 Your Day Your Way
     Selections are made from a variety of sources, offering
                                                                                                 A World Cruise exclusive: complimentary private tour in
     titles that appeal to different interests.
                                                                                                 port with English-speaking guide, transported in private
                                                                                                 sedan or minivan.

                                                                                                 Culture Curriculum®
                                                                                                 Enjoy world-class lectures, wine tastings, locally-inspired
     A World of Enrichment                                                                       menus, enriching Destination Performances and an
     Gain insider's knowledge by listening to an esteemed                                        onboard cooking school.
     guest lecturer, on board to enhance your understanding
                                                                                                 Art & Literature
     of the destinations you are visiting.
                                                                                                 View showings of the Metropolitan Opera’s performances,
     Culinary Pleasures                                                                          gain insight into the history of your destination from the
     Attend a culinary demonstration or delight in a                                             onboard Viking Resident Historian, and use the Viking
     luxurious Tea Time.                                                                         Art Guide app for insightful commentary about

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                                                                                                 the ship’s onboard art and more.

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Tom Mullen
                MEET YOUR                                                                                     Cruise Specialists’ most well-known host, he’s
                                                                                                              hosted more than 20 World Cruises! Hand-picked
                                                                                                              by our company founder, he is a true English
                                                                                                              gentleman and loves making first-time guests

        VOYAGE HOSTS
                                                                                                              feel welcome.

     Cruise Specialists has dedicated Voyage
     Hosts who help create a sense of family
                                                                                                              Lucia & Henk Barnhoorn
     on select World Cruises. They host “chat
                                                                                                              Originally from the Netherlands, they share a
     times” on sea days for those who have
                                                                                                              passion for meeting people from around the
     questions or who are interested in some
                                                                                                              globe. Their advice? “Don’t wait. Do what you
     light conversation. They host cocktail                                                                   need to do to make a World Cruise happen.”
     parties and special dinners for the group,
     which create opportunities for guests
     to enjoy the group camaraderie. They
     also escort special shore tours and are
     available 24/7 to Cruise Specialists clients
     who may need assistance.                                                                                 Steve & Wendy Bodenheimer
                                                                                                              Ballroom dance enthusiasts who parlayed their
                                                                                                              interests into an exciting role as Voyage Hosts.
                                                                                                              They also enjoy introducing their fellow travelers
                                                                                                              to the hobby of geocaching in each port they visit.

                                                                                                              Susan Atkins & Kevin LaGraff
                                                                                                              On the go together ever since meeting in Tokyo
                                                                                                              in 1969. They’ve sailed on 100+ voyages and
                                                                                                              love offering suggestions on what to do ashore.

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Buddy & Lynn Lewis
                                                                                                               Buddy and Lynn have been hosting for Cruise
                                                                                                               Specialists for more than a decade. In their
       Our well-traveled hosts have                                                                            words, “Many begin the trip wondering how they
                                                                                                               will live on board a ship for 100 days? By the time

      onboard relationships that                                                                               the cruise is over, they are reluctant to go home.”

       come with years of cruising.
                                                                                                               Deirdre Irlam
     ~Teresa Tennant, Cruise Specialists Vice President                                                        A native of England, Deirdre lived in Cyprus,
                                                                                                               Malta, the Fiji Islands and Spain before deciding
                                                                                                               to call the U.S.A. home. She enjoys sharing her
                                                                                                               insider’s knowledge about destinations and
                                                                                                               special finds with her clients.

                                                                                                               John & Jean Peterson
                                                                                                               As a Navy family, especially during international
                                                                                                               assignments, entertaining at home and hosting
                                                                                                               visitors were important elements of their
                                                                                                               lives. As Voyage Hosts, they take great pride in
                                                                                                               elevating their guests’ experiences.

                                                                                                               Kay & Alan Gick
                                                                                                               They love dancing across the high seas, having
                                                                                                               taught dancing for three different cruise lines on
                                                                                                               numerous World Cruises. They also come up with
                                                                                                               fun ways to help Cruise Specialists group guests
                                                                                                               get to know each other on cruises.

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EX AMPLES OF

                SHORE TOUR
                                                                                            Overland Tours
                                                                                 To experience a destination more fully, you may wish to book an overland

              PROGRAMS
                                                                                 tour. These overnight trips enable you to more fully experience local
                                                                                 sights, culture and cuisine. Examples of overland tours (vary by cruise):

     Shore tours allow you to visit a destination
     more in depth. It may be a relaxing trip to
     the beach, a wine tasting with sweeping
     views of the vineyard, a guided tour of a
     medieval castle, or any number of other
     options that bring the destination to life.

                                                                                        Angkor Wat                                     Taj Mahal
     When you select a shore tour (also known
     as a shore excursion), aside from having
     a great experience, you want the peace
     of mind knowing you are working with a
     reliable tour operator and that you will
     return to the ship on time. For that reason, it
     is very important to select shore excursions
     that are recommended and booked by a
     knowledgeable cruise consultant.
                                                                                    Terracotta Warriors                              African Safari

                                                                                        The Amazon                                    Iguazu Falls

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OVERLAND TOUR OF SOUTHERN AFRICA

             Sample Itinerary
     This is a comprehensive, optional tour of some of Southern Africa’s
     most treasured destinations, arranged by Cruise Specialists’ Shore
     Excursion Manager.

     Cruise Specialists guests leave the ship for 5 days and embark on this
     exclusive, fully-guided tour, which includes flights, deluxe hotel, most
     meals, and countless memorable experiences. A Cruise Specialists
                                                                                              It's a thrill for me
     Voyage Host accompanies the guests the entire 5 days.

     After departing the ship in Durban with their host, guests are
                                                                                            to plan tours for people,
     introduced to their English-speaking guide and board a flight to
     Johannesburg. The first day includes a tour of the former home of                       because I'm helping
     Nelson Mandela, lunch at a local restaurant and accommodations
     at a sophisticated boutique hotel.                                                    fulfill their travel dreams.
     On day two, guests fly to Livingstone, Zambia, then on to a luxurious
     5-star hotel where they will stay for 3 nights. There are uninterrupted
     views of the Zambezi River from the hotel grounds. Guests board a                           ~ Heather Visser, Cruise Specialists
     train to enjoy a ride through the Mosi-oa-Tunya Game Park, including                                Shore Excursion Manager
     a fine dining experience before returning to the hotel.

     A highlight of the third day is a 2-hour sunset cruise on the Zambezi.
     The next day includes a trip to Botswana for additional game viewing
     in Chobe National Park. The final day guests receive a guided tour of
     the amazing Victoria Falls. After departing the falls, they are personally
     escorted back to Johannesburg for a flight to Cape Town where they
     rejoin the cruise ship to continue the World Cruise.

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                                                                                                                                                 Victoria Falls

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                            Where Do Your Dreams Take You?

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                                                           2023
                                                         WO R L D C RU I S E

         Grand World Voyage                        Grand World Voyage
                   Zaandam                                   Zaandam
           Roundtrip Fort Lauderdale                 Roundtrip Fort Lauderdale
           January 3, 2022 | 128 Days                January 3, 2023 | 127 Days

         HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:                   HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:
       South America and the Amazon,              The South Pacific, New Zealand,
     Pacific Islands, Asia, India, the Arabian    Australia, Africa, coastal Europe,
       Peninsula and the Mediterranean                 and Northern Europe

            Overnight stays in Tokyo,            Overnight stays in Fuerte Amador,
             Kobe, Xingang (Beijing),            Papeete, Sydney, Hobart, Adelaide,
              Shanghai, Hong Kong,                 Fremantle (Perth), Cape Town
        Singapore, Mumbai (Bombay),                       and Amsterdam
        Al 'Aqabah (Petra) and Istanbul

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                                                                                                                                                     Dubai, UAE

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       “The Tale of Tales”                         Sold out; Contact Cruise Specialists for waitlist options.

      Classic World Cruise
                                                    “The Uncharted World Tour”
            Silver Whisper
     Fort Lauderdale to Copenhagen
       January 5, 2022 | 138 Days                                    Silver Cloud
     HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:                                      Ushuaia to Tromsø
                                                              January 25, 2022 | 167 Days
  South America, Antarctica, Africa, the
Indian Ocean, Arabia, the Mediterranean
                                                             HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:
  Sea, the Iberian Peninsula, Northern
                                                     Antarctica (including Zodiac landings),
           Europe and Iceland
                                                     extensive Chilean cruising, extensive
  20+ Overnight stays including Callao                cruising through the South Pacific,
   (Lima), Ushuaia, Cape Town, Mahé,               Australia, Southeast Asia, Sri Lanka, India,
 Safaga (Luxor), Aqaba (Petra), Istanbul,           Oman, Egypt, Greece, Mediterranean &
  Bordeaux, Reykjavik, Oslo and more                North Africa, Portugal, United Kingdom,
                                                   extensive cruising in Iceland and Norway

                                                     Overnight stays in Singapore, Belawan
                                                    for Gunung Leuser National Park, Easter
                                                      Island, Cochin, Apia, Sevilla, London
                                                   (Tower Bridge), Svalbard Northern Region

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                                                        (2) and Svalbard Southern Region                                                                                        Antarctica

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2023
               WO R L D C RU I S E

           "South Side Story"
          Classic World Cruise
                Silver Shadow
            Sydney to Fort Lauderdale
                January 9, 2023

         HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:
        New Zealand, Southeast Asia, the
      Indian Ocean, Madagascar, Southern
     and Western Africa, a full week on the
           Amazon, and the Caribbean

       Overnight stays in Sydney, Hobart,
        Auckland, Manila, Hong Kong (2),
     Halong Bay, Ho Chi Minh City, Bangkok
      (Klong Toey), Singapore, Yangon, (2),
       Trincomalee, Mahé, Zanzibar, Cape
     Town (2), Walvis Bay, Praia and Manaus

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                                                                                                             Hong Kong

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         “The World Voyage,                                     “The World Voyage,
             By Cunard”                                             By Cunard”
              Queen Mary 2®                                        Queen Victoria®
          Roundtrip New York City                          Fort Lauderdale to Southampton
         January 3, 2022 | 118 Nights                        January 21, 2022 | 97 Nights

       HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:                              HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:
       Transatlantic Crossing on board                    Caribbean, Panama Canal transit,
        a true ocean liner, the United                   Central America, Mexico, California,
     Kingdom, the Mediterranean, Israel,                 Hawaii, South Pacific, New Zealand,
     Arabia, Southeast Asia and Australia                 Australia, Southeast Asia, China,
                                                           Southern Africa, Spain and the
      Overnight stays in Haifa, Dubai,
                                                                  United Kingdom
     Hong Kong, Sydney and Singapore
                                                          Overnight stays in San Francisco,
                                                           Sydney, Hong Kong, Singapore
                                                                  and Cape Town

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         “The World Voyage,                                     “The World Voyage,
             By Cunard”                                             By Cunard”
              Queen Mary 2®                                        Queen Victoria®
          Roundtrip New York City                           New York City to Southampton
         January 3, 2023 | 117 Nights                        January 20, 2023 | 92 Nights

       HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:                              HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:
      Transatlantic Crossing on board a                   Caribbean, Panama Canal transit,
     true ocean liner; the Mediterranean                  San Francisco, Hawaii, the South
      Sea, Egypt, Arabia, Southeast Asia,                  Pacific, New Zealand, Australia,
          China, Australia and Africa                       Southeast Asia, China, Arabia,
                                                         Jordan and the Mediterranean Sea
     Overnight stays in Dubai, Singapore,
     Hong Kong, Sydney and Cape Town                      Overnight stays in San Francisco,
                                                           Sydney, Hong Kong, Singapore
                                                                     and Dubai

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     “Elements of the Pacific”                                    “Beyond the Horizon”
           Seven Seas Mariner®                                         Seven Seas Mariner®
           Roundtrip San Francisco                                       Miami to Barcelona
         January 5, 2022 | 120 Nights                                January 7, 2023 | 143 Nights

       HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:                                    HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:
       Full circumnavigation of Pacific                        The Panama Canal, South America,
      Ocean including Hawaii, French                              the South Pacific, Australia,
     Polynesia and other South Pacific                         Southeast Asia, the Far East, India,
      islands, New Zealand, Australia,                           Arabia, Southern and Western
        Southeast Asia, China, Japan,                                  Africa, and Spain
      Russian Far East, Alaska, British
                                                                  Overnight stays in Lima (Callao),
           Columbia and California
                                                                   Bora Bora, Bali (Benoa), Hong
        Overnight stays in Honolulu,                             Kong, Ho Chi Minh City, Bangkok,
         Papeete, Auckland, Sydney,                             Singapore, Malé, Dubai, Mahé and
      Brisbane, Bali (Benoa), Singapore,                                   Cape Town
      Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Ho Chi
      Minh City, Hue (Chan May), Hanoi
     (Ha Long Bay), Hong Kong, Xiamen,

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                                                                                                                                                                 Taj Mahal, India
       Shanghai, Kyoto (Kobe), Tokyo,
        Vancouver and San Francisco                                                                   For More Information, Call 888-996-2820 or Visit CruiseSpecialists.com
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               World Cruise                              World Cruise
                Island Princess                           Island Princess
            Roundtrip Fort Lauderdale                 Roundtrip Fort Lauderdale
            January 5, 2022 | 111 Days                January 5, 2023 | 111 Days
                       OR                                        OR
             Roundtrip Los Angeles                     Roundtrip Los Angeles
           January 19, 2022 | 111 Days               January 19, 2023 | 111 Days

         HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:                   HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:
     Panama Canal transit, Central America,    Panama Canal transit, Central America,
       Mexico, Hawaii, the South Pacific,         Mexico, Hawaii, the South Pacific,
     New Zealand, Australia, Southeast Asia,   New Zealand, Australia, Southeast Asia,
      Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, Israel, Turkey,    Arabia, Jordan, Israel, Turkey, Greece,
      Greece, the Mediterranean Sea and        the Adriatic Sea, the Mediterranean Sea
               the Canary Islands                      and the Canary Islands
      Overnight stays in Dubai and Venice        Overnight stays in Dubai and Venice

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                                                                                                                                           Milford Sound, New Zealand

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 “Myths, Marvels & Monuments”                         “Wild Kingdoms
                                                    & Exotic Discoveries”
             Crystal Serenity
             Roundtrip Miami                              Crystal Serenity
        January 17, 2022 | 116 Nights                    Miami to Barcelona
                     OR                              January 11, 2023 | 140 Nights
           Roundtrip Los Angeles                    Additional options to disembark:
        February 2, 2022 | 116 Nights               Venice on May 19 | 128 Nights
                                                    Athens on May 10 | 119 Nights
       HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:
 Caribbean, Panama Canal transit, Central           HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:
  America, Mexico, California, Hawaii, the     Caribbean, Panama Canal transit, South
   South Pacific, New Zealand, Australia,        America, the South Pacific, Australia,
 Southeast Asia, the Maldives, India, Egypt,      Southeast Asia, the Indian Ocean,
  Jordan, Israel, Turkey, Bulgaria, Ukraine,   Eastern Africa, Oman, Jordan, Egypt, the
 Romania, Greece, the Mediterranean Sea,       Adriatic Sea and the Mediterranean Sea
      Gibraltar, Portugal and Bermuda
                                                 Overnight stays in Panama City, Callao
  Overnight stays in Auckland, Sydney, Bali,   (Lima), Easter Island, Bora Bora, Papeete,
 Singapore, Mumbai (Bombay), Luxor/Valley       Sydney, Rabaul, Bali (Benoa), Singapore,
   of the Kings (Safaga), Jerusalem/Tel Aviv     Yangon (2), Chennai, Colombo, Mahé,
     (Ashdod), Istanbul and Monte Carlo         Mombasa (2), Venice (2) and Barcelona

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                                                                                                                                                        Athens, Greece

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                 Insignia                      “Around the World in 180 Days”
         Los Angeles to New York                                      Insignia
        January 6, 2022 | 180 Days
                                                            Roundtrip San Francisco
                    OR                                    January 15, 2023 | 180 Days

“Epic World Quest in 196 Days”                                            OR

                 Insignia                                "Global Expedition"
           Miami to New York                                          Insignia
       December 21, 2021 | 196 Days
                                                                Miami to New York
      HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:                                   December 28, 2022

 Hawaii, French Polynesia, New Zealand,
                                                       HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:
Australia, Southeast Asia, Japan, China, the
                                                Mexico, Central America, South America,
 Seychelles, South Africa, Western Africa,
                                                 Antarctica, Africa, Madagascar, Arabia,
 Western Europe and the United Kingdom
                                                  India, Southeast Asia, China, Japan,
  Overnight stays in Bora Bora, Sydney,           the Russian Far East, Alaska, British
  Melbourne, Perth (Fremantle), Mahé,              Columbia and the U.S. West Coast
Cape Town, London (Tilbury), Amsterdam
                                                     Overnight stays in Buenos Aires,
          and New York City
                                               Rio de Janeiro, Walvis Bay, Cape Town, Mahé,
                                               Dubai, Mumbai, Colombo, Yangon, Singapore,
                                                        Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City,

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                                                   Hue (Chan May), Hong Kong, Xiamen,                                                                         Bora Bora, French Polynesia
                                                  Shanghai, Beijing (Tianjin), Kyoto (Kobe),
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      “Grand Pacific Explorer”                            “Viking World Horizons”
               Viking Orion                                           Viking Star
            Auckland to Vancouver                                  Los Angeles to London
          February 21, 2022 | 93 Days                           January 10, 2022 | 119 Days
     September 20, 2022 (reverse itinerary)
                                                            HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:
        HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:                             Hawaii, the South Pacific, New
      New Zealand, Australia, Southeast                  Zealand, Australia, Southeast Asia,
      Asia, China, Japan, the Russian Far                 India, Arabia, Egypt, Israel, Turkey,
         East, Alaska and Vancouver                      the Mediterranean Sea, the Iberian
                                                         Peninsula and the United Kingdom
     Overnight stays in Auckland, Sydney,
       Darwin, Bali, Jakarta, Bangkok,                  Overnight stays in Auckland, Sydney,
       Sihanoukville, Ho Chi Minh City,                Bali (2), Ho Chi Minh City (2), Singapore,
     Hong Kong (2), Hiroshima, Shimizu,                  Yangon (2), Colombo, Mumbai (2),
      Tokyo (2), Sapporo (Otaru) (2) and                      Haifa, Istanbul and London
         Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky

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                                                                                                                                                       Whale breaching in Alaska

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 “Extraordinary Horizons”                 "Extraordinary Discoveries"
           Seabourn Sojourn                        Seabourn Sojourn
           Los Angeles to Athens                   Miami to Barcelona
        January 11, 2022 | 145 Days             January 6, 2023 | 140 Days

      HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:                 HIGH L IGHTS I NCLU DE:
     Hawaii, the South Pacific, New          Central America, South America,
  Zealand, Australia, Southeast Asia,     extensive cruising in the South Pacific,
 the Far East, Egypt, the Arabian Sea,     Australia, Indonesia, the Seychelles,
   Jordan, Israel, Greece and Turkey          Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa,
                                          western Africa and the Canary Islands
        Overnight stays in Honolulu,
     Auckland, Sydney, Cairns, Darwin,      Overnight stays in Quito (Manta),
       Manila, Keelung (Taipei), Busan    Lima (Callao), Easter Island, Papeete,
      (Pusan), Nagasaki, Shanghai (2),       Melbourne, Denpasar (Benoa),
      Hong Kong, Halong Bay, Ho Chi          Mombasa (2), Cape Town and
     Minh City (Saigon), Laem Chabang                  Walvis Bay
      (Bangkok), Singapore, Colombo,
     Malé, Safaga, and Haifa (Tel Aviv)

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                                                                                                                                                    Haifa, Israel

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