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- CRUISING IS DELIGHTFULLY EXOTICALLY DIFFERENT - IT’S A GREAT VALUE - IT’S A “LESS-HASSLE” VACATION - YOU’RE A CARED FOR GUEST - YOU VISIT EXOTIC LANDS — IN GREAT COMFORT - FOOD AND DRINK ARE LEGENDARY - THERE’S EVERYTHING TO DO — AND NOTHING - YOU HAVE GREAT FLEXIBILITY AND CHOICE - THERE ARE SPECIAL EXTRAS - CRUISE INTERNATIONAL WILL HELP YOU CRUISING IS DELIGHTFULLY EXOTICALLY DIFFERENT There is something about life onboard a ship that gives passengers a new lease on life. Combined with days of luxury and first-class treatment round the clock, you’ll soon discover the sea air, the pleasant motion of the ship through sky blue waters and the sun on your face have worked wonders on your frame of mind and outlook. There’s just nothing like a cruise to bring out your best. IT’S A GREAT VALUE Cruise prices are much less than many travelers expect — and cover a lot more than they may realize. For the same average cost of a good hotel or resort offering a room and two standard meals a day, a cruise covers all your basic needs — and then some. In addition to your stateroom with an attendant who looks after you day and night, there are six leisurely meals and snacks a day, special parties, live professional entertainment, a myriad of activities, duty-free drinks and run-of-the-ship facilities, plus transportation to exciting ports of call. Anyway you look at it, cruising is a true bargain. IT’S A “LESS-HASSLE” VACATION From the time of the first whistle at bon voyage until the last goodbyes at dockside, you are somebody special — and the shipboard world is your oyster. You unpack and relax in one place for your entire vacation — a blessing when you consider the many uncertainties and delays in today’s world of travel. No luggage limitations. Dress as you like. And how nice to step onboard and let the ship’s staff handle things while you enjoy yourself, without a worry in the world. YOU’RE A CARED FOR GUEST Experienced travelers agree that service on a cruise ship is vastly superior to service on shore. It’s a tradition that extends all the way back to the beginnings of sea travel. Every man and woman who serves you is involved in a career of service. Pride and desire to please show the moment you step on board. YOU VISIT EXOTIC LANDS — IN GREAT COMFORT In most ports, your ship will tie up right in town or a short tender ride to the town dock. Exciting things to do in the Caribbean include visiting Trafalgar Square and sampling local specialties (filleted flying fish and Mount Gay Rum) in Barbados. You can also tour the only half-Dutch/half-French island in the world in St. Martin, drive in a tropical rainforest in Puerto Rico, and buy luxury goods from all over the world at hard to believe prices in St. Thomas. In Nassau, if you can tear yourself away from the casinos, visit the incredible Straw Market, the exciting Pirate Museum and watch the “military” marching flamingos. And in Bermuda, play the emerald courses of the island with more golf per square mile than any other country on earth. FOOD AND DRINK ARE LEGENDARY On most cruise ships, morning bouillon, afternoon tea and a late evening buffet are added to your expected three meals a day. And everything on the considerable menu is fair game. Have two entrées and skip dessert, if you like. No additional cost for any items on a cruise menu. Breakfast in bed is accepted as normal on a cruise and shipboard food may well make you forget your favorite land-based restaurants. You can also choose your spirits, wines and beers from a large, worldwide seagoing stock. Though the days of the $0.25 martini are long gone, drinks on board usually cost less than those on shore and the variety is endless. THERE’S EVERYTHING TO DO — AND NOTHING Entertainment and activities are high-quality and countless. Most entertainers are onboard for the full cruise and you may get to know them. Many ships have a full orchestra, an instrumental and singing group, singers, dancers, comedians and specialty acts. Activities include deck sports, swimming, exercise classes, bridge/dancing/snorkeling lessons, sauna and massage, golf driving range, tours of the ship, and financial seminars, to name just a few. Or, you can spend the day with a crossword puzzle and snooze in a chair out on deck. It’s all up to you. YOU HAVE GREAT FLEXIBILITY AND CHOICE Pick a cruise as short as two days or as long as two weeks. Choose from a variety of itineraries and ships. Choose a stateroom that suits your taste and budget. And most every place you cruise to welcomes you without the need of passport, visas or special inoculations. You can choose where, when and how you want to go. Most other methods of getting somewhere aren’t that easy anymore and can’t promise you all those options, but cruising does — and it makes a big difference. THERE ARE SPECIAL EXTRAS Most cruise ships offer a Captain’s Cocktail Party on one of the first nights out so staff and passengers get to know each other. It’s a great way to enjoy free drinks, munch a few goodies and decide who you’d like to spend more time with over the next few days. Also, there is usually a gala Farewell Dinner with sparklers, songs by the dining room staff, special menu treats, and a very fancy dessert (one line serves Cherries Jubilee over Baked Alaska). The operative word is fun and these are just two examples of the special extra touches cruise lines provide to make sure your cruise will be your best vacation ever. CRUISE INTERNATIONAL WILL HELP YOU select and book the best cruise — easily and at no cost. As independent cruise consultants, Cruise International knows what ships, ports, season and itinerary are best for each client. How? Because they have spent 31 years in the world cruise market. That’s particularly important when the ship and cruise are your entire vacation, and not just a night or two in a hotel you might not care for. The best answer for the best cruise is “talk to Cruise International.” If you have additional questions please contact CI Travel's Cruise Division

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