Norwegian Cruise Line : The Freestyle Cruising® !

Your Cruise line
Norwegian Cruise Lineoffers you a freestyle cruise; you eat when, where and with whom you want, decide what to wear, all days can be the same or very different!

Norwegian Cruise Line is an internationally operating cruise line headquartered in Miami, Florida with two offices in Wiesbaden and London overseeing operations in

Europe. Norwegian Cruise Line is the innovator in cruise travel with a 46-year history of breaking the boundaries of traditional cruising, most notably with the introduction of Freestyle Cruising® which has revolutionized the industry by allowing guests more freedom and flexibility.
Today, Norwegian Cruise Line has 12 purpose-built Freestyle Cruising ships, providing the guests the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed cruise holiday on some of the newest and most contemporary ships at sea. The company has two 4.000-passenger vessels, Norwegian Breakaway and Norwegian Getaway, under construction for delivery in January 2014, along with one larger “Breakaway Plus” vessel for delivery in autumn 2015.

Your itinerary
You will discover magnificent Itineraries on board Norwegian Cruise Line, and they can be as short as 1 night up to 33 nights, according to your wishes !

Expand your horizons. Let Norwegian Cruise Line take you to the most exciting cruise destinations on earth and then discover them your way with the freedom of Freestyle Cruising®. Norwegian Cruise Line cruises in Alaska, Bermuda, Caribbean, Bahamas & North America as well as in Europe, Mediterranean & the Baltic, Canada & New England, Hawai'i, Panama Canal and the Transatlantic.

Your Cabin
Norwegian Cruise Line makes you chose within several different kinds of staterooms, the one which suits the best your taste and budget.

Aboard the Freestyle Cruising fleet, you can choose from a wide range of stateroom categories to suite every taste and budget. Available stateroom categories include for example well-appointed inside staterooms for price-conscious customers, ocean view staterooms, staterooms with private balcony as well as a large and luxurious suite complex on the Jewel-Class ships as well as aboard Norwegian Epic and the Breakaway-Class. This includes the unique Courtyard Villas which have access to a private Courtyard, swimming pool and sun deck as well as two Garden Villas, featuring three separate bedrooms, bathrooms and a living room. Both offer butler and concierge service.

Dining
Norwegian Cruise Line’s unique style gives you the option to choose when, where, with whom and how you will eat.

Freestyle Cruising® is characterized in particular by having no fixed dining times, no formal dress codes, a great variety of lounges, bars, theatres as well as other entertainment and activity options. On board the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet, you find up to 27 different dining options without set dining times and opening hours from 17:30 to midnight (order until 22:30).

Thus, you can choose when, where and with whom to dine. In fact, if you prefer, you can dine in a different restaurant each night of your cruise. Should you, however, prefer to dine at the same table and/or at the same time every evening, respective reservations may be arranged on board. Norwegian Cruise Line’s new ships feature a restaurant seating guide, displayed on flat-screen televisions placed in key areas on the ship. They show each restaurant’s current occupancy status as well as possible waiting times. If a restaurant is fully occupied at a certain time and you would like to wait for an opening, you will get a pager that works all over the ship and will be informed as soon as the table is available. For those who like to dress up a little bit, there is one designated restaurant with a more elegant ambiance available on every ship.

Activities
You won’t get bored on an Norwegian Cruise Line due to the numerous indoor or outdoor activities as well as entertainment offered all day and night long. 

Together with extensive sport and wellness facilities, Norwegian Cruise Line also offers a varied entertainment program. Components include everything from computer and cooking classes to yoga and shore excursions with mountain biking or horseback riding.

Services
On board a Norwegian Cruise Line, the multilingual and professional staff has expertise and enthusiasm to pamper you.

Resort casual sums up life on board.
With up to one crew member per stateroom, Norwegian Cruise Line provides the highest crew-to-guest ration in its class. These large numbers of crew members guarantee a high service level and enable the cruise line to offer longer opening hours of the many public rooms and restaurants according to the Freestyle Cruising concept. All Norwegian Cruise Line ships have a very ample wellness area, the Mandara Spa®, and a beauty salon with hairdresser. In the spa your will be pampered from head to toe. The wellness area features Finnish saunas, steam rooms, a Thalassotherapy pool, hot tub and heated relaxation chairs. Mandara Spa®, one of the world's leading provider of exclusive spa resorts and our partner aboard, offers treatments based on traditional Asian methods. If you want to stay in contact with those at home, Norwegian Cruise Line pioneered with the industry’s first internet access on the high seas in 1999 which now is a fleet wide standard. Norwegian Cruise Line was also the first cruise line to provide remote wireless Internet access (Wi-Fi) to its guests and in 2006, became the first cruise line to offer cell phone service fleet wide.

What is included

• Accommodation and cruise as booked
• Participation in Norwegian Cruise Line on-board activities/entertainment  (Courses,
• shows, Live Bands, disco etc.), some with extra fee
• Use of the majority of on-board facilities (e.g. Fitness Centre), some with extra fee
• All meals (cover charge applies in specialty restaurants and à la carte)
• Child care and child program
• Coffee, tea, ice water, iced tea in the restaurants and juices for breakfast 24-hour room service (Delivery charge applies from midnight to 05:00)
• All government fees & port taxes
• Multilingual guest service

Options/Supplements

• Transportation to join the cruise
• Transfers
• Pre/Post accommodation
• Insurances
• Gratuities and Service charge on board the ship
• Beverages on board the ship, other than the ones mentioned above
• Excursions

Duration/Period

• Minimum 1 night, Maximum 33 nights.
• Valid all year
• Ask us the rates for your travel dates!

More information on Norwegian Cruise Line: http://www.ncl.eu/

Your Trip

These magnificent cruises are the perfect way to discover the Caribbean Islands for the first time. Cruising the Caribbean brings the visitors a whole choice of different

Islands to discover and come back to one specifically that would have been of major interest. It can give as well a new approach to Islands already visited. Seeing an Island from the Sea has a totally different impact that landing on it. MSC Poesia offers different itineraries and durations. This vessel is the ultimate one of the “Musica” series: 13 decks, 1’275 cabins, 4 pools, 4 Jacuzzis… You will be comfortable and enjoy the tranquillity of the Caribbean Sea. You will be comfortable and enjoy the tranquillity of the Caribbean Sea. The Lirica offers a bran new itinerary departing from Dominican Republic and offering one new Island to discover each day!

More Details

Departure from the closest airport near your home (price from Geneva but changeable) to Fort Lauderdale, Miami or Santo Domingo. Arrival at the airport and transfer to the ship. Some cruises require a pre overnight in Miami, Fort Lauderdale or Santo Domingo. Jump aboard and get familiarize with the vessel. The below itineraries describe the ports of call of the Poesia and Lirica :

POESIA: Several possible itineraires

Day 1: Port Everglades, United States
Day 2: At sea, enjoy the numerous activities on board the ship
Day 3: At sea, enjoy the numerous activities on board the ship
Day 4: San Juan, Puerto Rico
Day 5: St. John's, Antigua & Barbuda
Day 6: Fort de France, Martinique
Day 7: Roseau, Dominica
Day 8: Philipsburg, ST Maarten
Day 9: At sea, enjoy the numerous activities on board the ship
Day 10: Freeport, Grand Bahamas
Day 11: Port Everglades, United States

or

Day 1: Port Everglades, United States
Day 2: At sea, enjoy the numerous activities on board the ship
Day 3: Cozumel, Mexico
Day 4: Roatan Island, Honduras
Day 5: Georgetown, Cayman Island
Day 6: Montego Bay, Jamaica
Day 7: At sea, enjoy the numerous activities on board the ship
Day 8: Port Everglades, United States, transfer to the airport and return flight.

or

Day 1: Port Everglades, United States
Day 2: At sea, enjoy the numerous activities on board the ship
Day 3:  At sea, enjoy the numerous activities on board the ship
Day 4: Philipsburg, Antilles
Day 5: San Juan, Porto Rico
Day 6: At sea, enjoy the numerous activities on board the ship 
Day 7: Nassau, Bahamas
Day 8: Port Everglades, United States, transfer to the airport and return flight.

Poesia also offers a 7 nights cruise in April 2013 with stops in USA, Bermuda and Bahamas.

LIRICA : Special itinerary

Day 1:  Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Day 2:  La Romana, Dominican Republic
Day 3:  Philipsburg, St Maarten
Day 4:  Fort de France, Martinique
Day 5:  Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe
Day 6:  St. John's, Antigua & Barbuda
Day 7:  Roadtown, British Virgin Islands
Day 8:  Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, transfer to the airport and return flight.

A short 3 nights cruise in January with stops in Dominican Republic, St Martin and Martinique is also offered by the Lirica.

What is included

• Return flights from Geneva
• All the transfers
• Cruise in the category chosen, all meals and activities on board

Options/Supplements

• Others departure cities possible
• Various tours on the Islands visited offered by the cruise line
• Extension in Fort Lauderdale, Miami or Dominican Republic
• Prolongation on another Island (San Juan, Bahamas, British Virgin Islands, etc.)

Duration / Period

• 3-11 nights, 12 days. Maximum 21 days.
• From December 2012 to April 2013.
• Itinerary subject to change
• Ask us the rates for your travel dates!

Go directly to the MSC CRUISES website to discover more about these cruises (in French) !

Introduction

Cobalt Coast Resort has a reputation for laid back comfort and true price value. Cobalt Coast Resort successfully combines the friendly simplicity of Island life with modern facilities. It is a resort catering to divers and offering several packages with meal plan as well.

Location

Cobalt Coast Resort in Grand Cayman is located on the Northwest shore, in a secluded tranquil setting with a spectacular view overlooking the inviting waters of the Caribbean Sea. Cobalt Coast is in Boatswains Bay, near the Cayman Island Turtle Farm and Boatswains Beach, just a few miles north of bustling Seven Mile Beach.

Rooms

Cobalt Coast Resort offers 16 Rooms; 1- and 2-bedroom oceanfront suites and oceanfront rooms. Different from most suite hotels, the suites truly have a separate bedroom from the living room to provide full privacy. All units are fully air-conditioned, and include Cable TV, refrigerator, coffee maker, direct-dial telephone with data port & in-room safes. One- & Two-bedroom Oceanfront Suites offer a spacious living room, wet bar, refrigerator, 1 King or 2 Double beds in each bedroom as well as a Queen size sleeper sofa in the living room. Modern conveniences include free high speed wireless internet access (laptop computer with wireless card required), and pool towels always available at the Resort and on the dive boats.

Hotel Dining

A full service restaurant offers fresh made-to-order American breakfast, lunch and Oceanside dinners. Enjoy sunset or dine under the stars. The open-air bar features the famous Cobalt Colada and other tropical drinks, local and imported beers!

Activities

The dive centre includes a full service scuba dive centre, Divetech, offering a full range of services including dive packages with daily 2-tank boat dives, lessons, Nitrox, Trimix and adventurous diving. Both the Resort and Dive-centre are owner operated; with both owners on-site. Private charter trips are also available as well as Stingray City dive tours. There are shore diving facilities located on the North Wall, underwater scooters that take you to the North Wall or to Turtle Reef, full support for semi-closed and closed circuit rebreathers, courtesy rental car drop off and pick up, full length gear lockers for dive gear, rinse tank and drying pegs, and fresh water pool and Jacuzzi.

Services

Small and intimate, the Resort boasts a full service concept that offers Oceanside dining, a friendly bar staff, and shore diving facilities. Divetech is located on-site and offers full service diving amenities, including daily boat trips, classes, equipment and video production. Water sports and a gift shop complete the resort amenities.

More information on Cobalt Coast Resort

Introduction

The Grand Cayman Beach Suites is the island's finest Caribbean beach Resort. Experience the sparking white sands of Seven Mile Beach and all that the Grand Cayman resort has to offer including the Britannia golf course, the deluxe European spa and Hemingways restaurant for culinary delights.

Location

The Resort is located on famous Seven Mile Beach, 5 kilometres from Owen Roberts International Airport.

Rooms

53 suites of one and two bedrooms, some non smoking and for handicapped as well. All suites are air-conditioned and equipped with ceiling fans, colour television, wet bar, microwave, refrigerator, coffee-maker, toaster, iron/iron board, in-room safe, hair dryer and workstation with data port. All suites have also a spectacular view of Seven-Mile Beach.

Hotel Dining

The Hemingways, well know for its seafood, light meal and cocktail on the beach is the restaurant of the Grand Cayman Beach Suites. Another possibility is the Bamboo that offers sushi and cocktails as well. Finally the Britannia restaurant is located off Seven Mile Beach and connected to the popular Britannia Golf Course and has a casual and warm welcoming feeling. Dining is available on an open air patio or indoors in the bar area or game room.

Activities

Whether you're an exercise enthusiast, a shopping buff, or a relaxation addict, we've got just the right activity for you and your family. The Red Sail Sports, the pools and Jacuzzis as well as the Fitness Centre keep you occupied while visiting the Resort. Possibility to pre-book dive packages, excursions or sailing trips.

Services

The Resort offers the perfect place for seminars, social or professional meetings or even weddings. With its on site catering service, audio amenities and huge open air meeting space are the prefect ingredients to make your event a success.

More information on Grand Cayman Beach Suites

Introduction

The Reef offers exclusive beachfront condominiums and suites within a full service resort environment, offering exceptional value and a truly first class vacation experience. Sweeping, unobstructed views of the Caribbean Sea are the hallmark of The Reef. From every suite at The Reef Resort, you’ll enjoy panoramic

views of the Caribbean as all of the spacious studio suites and one- and two-bedroom apartments are beachfront.

Location

The Reef Resort is located on the untouched and Pristine East End of the island, situated approximately 23 miles East of Grand Caymans international airport. IT is the Cayman's only resort featuring all beachfront suites and condos. The Reef is an intimate first class property on 1600 ft of pristine white sand beach. With more beach front than any other resort in the Cayman Islands, you’re assured of access to the water.

Rooms

Comfortably furnished and featuring a contemporary island décor, each of these 152 suites and apartments are ready for families and couples alike. Built in 2000, the Caribbean styled resort offers a full array of amenities, spacious accommodations. All beachfront Ocean view suites include standard studio (sleeps 2), one bedroom (sleeps 4), and condo (sleeps 6). Studio Suites have their own patio or balcony, full bathroom and kitchenette (mini refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker). Deluxe Studio Suites are bigger in size and with a Jacuzzi tub and four post beds; they are very popular with honeymooners and romantics. One bedroom suites feature a bedroom with king size bed, full bath, full kitchen (stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, blender, coffee maker), dining area and living room. Two pull out “Murphy” beds in the living area provide for a total sleeping capacity of four. With a full kitchen, One Bedroom Suites are popular with families and those enjoying longer stays at The Reef.  The two bedroom suites, feature two bedrooms (one with king size bed, one with queen size bed) each with full bath, a full kitchen (stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, blender, coffee maker), dining area and living room. Two pull out “Murphy” beds in the living area provide for a total sleeping capacity of six. They are popular with families, two couples travelling together, or anyone looking for our most spacious suites. Kitchen and house ware equipment such as tableware, cutlery, cooking utensils and other such articles are provided in all accommodations. Finally, The Reef is a non-smoking resort.

Hotel Dining

There is an on site restaurant and beach bar and grill, it is oceanfront and serves great drinks, light fare and is a gathering place for tourists in the east end.

Activities

The Reef’s swimming complex features three beautifully landscaped pools, including an infinite edge pool with an adjoining Jacuzzi. A floodlit tennis court lets you serve up a few sets, day or night. And both beach and water volleyball are favourite pastimes here as well. Children's Program, Kayak & Bicycles, Diving/Snorkelling are also available. Beach locker boutique and Thirsty Surfer liquor store and internet café are on site. Also a world class diving and snorkelling on site exclusively operated by Ocean Frontiers. The Reef features now its own Gym, SimplyFit and Le Soleil Spa since June 2008.

Services

Concierge staff is ready to make all arrangements for the guests. Through Ocean Frontiers and other local tour and activity providers, the concierge team can help you take part in a wealth of underwater, on-the-water and by-the-water activities as well.

More information on The Reef Resort

Introduction

Sunshine Suites is a very friendly and independent all-suite hotel with a great location. In the heart of Seven Mile Beach, it is a warm, boutique all suites hotel with professional knowledgeable, caring staff, and fine shops and restaurants nearby.

Location

Conveniently located in the island’s best neighbourhood and surrounded by the Ritz Carlton, Seven Mile Beach – the best stretch of beach on the island -, the North Sound Club golf course, shops and restaurants. Across from the Seven Mile Beach, the resort is also close to the Strand Shopping Centre featuring Fosters Food Fair (Supermarket).

Rooms

The Sunshines Suites features 130 spacious Studio, Deluxe and one Bedroom Suites. All rooms are air conditioned with ceiling fans and colourful Caribbean furnishing with fully appointed kitchen in every suite and luxury bedding.

Hotel Dining

The Sunshine Bar & Grill poolside are the dining options at the Sunshine Suites.

Activities

The hotel offer a freshwater swimming pool, sundeck, and picnic areas. You can also enjoy some private snorkelling and dive cruises including Stingray City. You also get golf privileges and discount at the North Sound Club Golf Club and complimentary use of nearby World Gym facilities.

Services

Complimentary continental breakfast is also a feature of the Sunshine suites. The property also offer High speed wireless internet access. It is perfect for the independent traveller and families looking to discover a Caribbean island and enjoy a fun vacation.

More information on Sunshine Suites