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AUTUMN SUNSHINE | Spain, Portugal & North Africa Special NO-FLY cruise sailing direct from Dublin | ||||
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It gives us great pleasure in presenting a very special autumn sunshine cruise to Spain, Portugal and North Africa from Cruise & Maritime Voyages. This ‘no fly’ cruising holiday offers the added convenience of sailing directly from Dublin – bringing cruising closer to home. | ||||
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OCEAN COUNTESS With her distinctive traditional profile, the 800 passenger Ocean Countess joined the Cruise & Maritime Voyages fleet in April this year under charter from the widely respected and long established Majestic International Cruises Group. The ship originally entered service as the Cunard Countess and became one of the best-known ships to sail the Caribbean Sea. Cruise & Maritime Voyages aim to offer a more traditional and leisurely style ‘no fly’ cruising and maritime experience where the emphasis is very much on providing attentive service within a friendly ‘home from home’ atmosphere.
On board public facilities include the comfortable Holyrood Show Lounge, the Tower Piano Bar on Lido Deck with its panoramic views, well-stocked library and card tables and, by contrast, Hamptons is the place to be for late night entertainment and to try your luck in the casino. Ocean Countess offers traditional two sitting dining in the Kensington Restaurant or, as an alternative, enjoy a light lunch at the Boat House on Upper Deck or by the pool on Lido Deck (both subject to weather conditions). During the evening, the Boat House becomes a delightful venue for pre-dinner drinks and to chat with fellow passengers after another wonderful day ashore.
In addition, Ocean Countess provides a shopping gallery, internet café, gym with sauna and spa, and massage, hairdressing and beauty facilities. She offers extensive deck areas, deck games, a generous size heated swimming pool, two whirlpools and a pool bar.
Stylish Entertainment A superb programme of stylish daytime and evening entertainment has been arranged plus informative guest lectures given by a food and wine expert. Following dinner the highly acclaimed show team display their talents in a colorful floorshow complemented with our carefully chosen guest entertainers from Ireland. And our late night cabaret in Hamptons will ensure that your evenings keep going with a swing.
Book early and save up to 10% Book by 31st July 2010 and save up to 10% with our exceptional value Saver Fares from just €799 per person. It is therefore strongly recommended that you make your reservation without delay to avoid disappointment. Just compare our fares and you’ll appreciate what wonderful value this cruising holiday represents.
Bring a friend for just €99 A number of selected cabin grades offer accommodation for a third or fourth passenger to share with two full fare paying adults for just €99 per person! Bring a friend and you could make substantial savings.
Group benefits Why not get together with family and friends for a fabulous celebration at sea? We are pleased to offer special benefits for groups of 20 or more travelling together. Please call for details.
Cruise & Maritime Voyages – traditional cruises of distinction Ocean Countess is operated under charter by Cruise & Maritime Voyages, a trading name of Cruise & Maritime Services International Ltd, who are members of the prestigious Passenger Shipping Association and ACE - the Association of Cruise Experts.
This holiday is financially protected by Joe Walsh Tours, bonded and licensed as a tour operator and travel agent by the Commission for Aviation Regulation in Ireland and the Civil Aviation Authority in the UK | T.O. 052 | T.A. 0689 | ATOL 5163. Prices quoted are per person, subject to availability and their booking terms and conditions apply. These incorporate the Carriers Terms & Conditions of Carriage at Sea which are issued with the cruise ticket and also available on request or by visiting www.cruiseandmaritime.com
All this is included in the fare · Comfortable cabin accommodation of your choice · Excellent service standards from an attentive and well trained crew · A delicious selection international full board cuisine · Afternoon teas and late night snacks · A superb programme of stylish daytime and evening entertainment · Informative guest lecture programme · A wide range of leisure facilities to enrich your time on board · Port taxes | ||||
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CRUISE ITINERARY |
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Day |
Port |
Arrive |
Depart | |
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1 |
Dublin |
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18:00 | |
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2 |
At Sea |
- |
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3 |
At Sea |
- |
- | |
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4 |
Lisbon, Portugal |
08:00 |
20:00 | |
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5 |
Praia da Rocha, Algarve |
09:00 |
17:00 | |
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6 |
Gibraltar |
08:00 |
12:00 | |
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Tangier, Marroco |
14:00 |
18:30 | |
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7 |
At Sea |
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8 |
La Coruna, Spain (Santiago de Compostela) |
13:00 |
18:30 | |
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9 |
At Sea |
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10 |
Dublin |
08:30 |
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Please note that in the event of adverse weather or sea conditions that prevent the vessel from calling at one of the scheduled ports of call, alternative arrangements will be made where possible. | ||||
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AUTUMN ON THE IBERIAN COASTLINE Relax in comfortable surroundings on board Ocean Countess as you sail to the warmth of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, calling in at Gibraltar on the way. This cruise of contrasts combines fascinating cities, a wealth of maritime history and the opportunity to explore ancient streets, castles and palaces. Discover the picturesque Algarve coast, indulge in some retail therapy, or just relax and watch the world go by on this great value autumn escape. From Dublin, enjoy two relaxing days at sea before arriving at Lisbon, the Portuguese capital, with its many unique sights including the atmospheric lanes of the medieval Alfama district, the magnificent Monastery of St. Jerónimos and the Castelo de São Jorge (Saint George's Castle) with its panoramic views. The next day is spent in contrasting Praia da Rocha, a popular resort on the Algarve with vast sandy beaches, rocky outcrops and sandstone cliffs. As well as offering duty-free shopping, Gibraltar’s military heritage is just waiting to be explored. Visit Europa Point, home to the famous Barbary apes, or ride to the top of the Rock by cable car and gaze at the coastal panorama. Cross the Strait of Gibraltar to North Africa where French-influenced Tangier will delight you with its ancient kasbah, lively souk and aromatic cuisine. The final call is La Coruña in the Spanish province of Galicia. Stroll along the seafront promenade, discover the old town and visit the Roman built Tower of Hercules, the oldest working lighthouse in the world. Alternatively, take an excursion to the famous pilgrimage city of Santiago de Compostela with its outstanding medieval architecture. Your return to Dublin offers the opportunity to relax and reflect on the highlights of this wonderful cruise. | |||
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Ocean Countess Cabin Information There are fourteen categories of accommodation onboard Ocean Countess from standard cabins to suites that are generally categorised and priced according to size and deck position. Whichever grade you choose, your cabin steward will be pleased to serve you and ensure that you enjoy a comfortable stay.
All cabins comprise en-suite facilities including a shower, washbasin and toilet plus personal safes, hairdryers, telephones with international dialling and flat screen TV’s with satellite stations. The higher graded deluxe cabins and suites have baths with showers and a mini bar facility.
Category 1: Standard Twin Inner (Average size 11 sq m)Located on Admiral Deck, these cabins have two lower beds. The majority of these cabins can accommodate a third or fourth passenger in upper Pullman berths.
(Average size 11 sq m)These standard cabins with two lower beds are situated on Main Deck and most have upper Pullman berths for a third or fourth occupant. Cabins 4145 and 4147 are specially equipped for wheelchair passengers.
Category 3: Standard Plus Twin Inner (Average size 11 sq m)All of these twin lower bed cabins can be found on Reception Deck, fourteen of which provide an upper Pullman berth for a third person.
Category 4: Superior Twin Inner (Average size 11 sq m) There are fourteen Superior Twin Inner cabins with lower beds on Upper Deck and ten conveniently located on Promenade Deck. Some can accommodate a third or fourth passenger in upper Pullman berths. (Average size 11 sq m) On Main Deck there are ten cabins particularly suited to the single traveller.
(Average size 11 sq m) Situated on Admiral Deck, these cabins have twin lower beds with ocean views through portholes. Some of these categories of cabins can accommodate a third occupant in an upper Pullman berth. Cabin 3013 has a Queen Size bed.
Category 7: Standard Twin Ocean View (Average size 11 sq m) Comprising two lower beds, some with an upper Pullman berth, all have ocean views through portholes and are located on Main Deck.
(Average size 11 sq m) This grade of ocean view cabins with portholes can be found in the forward section on Reception Deck. Cabin 5003 has a Queen Size bed, all other cabins have two lower beds.
(Average size 11 sq m) These cabins are all situated on Reception Deck and comprise two lower beds and ocean views through windows.
(Average size 11 sq m) Ten cabins suited for sole occupancy with ocean views through portholes, have been selected on Admiral Deck and Main Deck.
(Average size 14.5 sq m) There are four De Luxe cabins situated on Upper Deck with Queen Size beds. They have windows with views of the outside deck, bathrooms with bath and shower and mini bar facilities.
(Average size 22 sq m) These twelve Junior Suites on Upper Deck enjoy ocean views through windows. They comprise Queen Size beds and an integral sitting area, a bathroom with bath and shower and a mini bar.
(Average size 20.4 sq m) There are just eight Junior Suites with twin lower beds positioned on Promenade Deck. They provide an integral sitting area and ocean views through windows. They also feature baths with showers and a mini bar facility.
(Average size 30 sq m) Spoil yourself with one of these two Owner’s Suites that provide a spacious retreat in a prime position on Upper Deck. They offer a Queen Size bed, bathroom with bath and shower, mini bar and a comfortable sitting area with ocean view windows. These suites can accommodate a third person on a sofa bed.
Ocean View Cabin: Describes a cabin which has natural light from a porthole or a window Inner Cabin: Describes a cabin which has artificial light only Lifts: There are lifts operating between Admiral Deck 3 and Promenade Deck 7 Please note: There is no passenger access to Bridge Deck 8. Lido Deck and Sun Deck are accessed by stairs only. The pictures shown are given purely as a guide, the size and layout of cabins/suites may vary within the same category. | ||||
