It's not hard to get into the Christmas spirit right from the start, as ships are trimmed from stem to stern in festive holiday decor, complete with wreaths, holly, mistletoe and, of course, Christmas trees, which often even decorate the ship's mast. It's not uncommon to see Yuletide carolers strolling the decks singing favorite holiday tunes, or waiters wearing Santa hats. Seasonal entertain
ment abounds, as passengers may enjoy themed production shows, live music and films during the voyage. Passengers can also attend midnight mass and inter-denominational church service.
A special Christmas dinner features traditional favorites such as roast turkey or goose, and passengers will enjoy a range of seasonal sweet treats such as gingerbread mousse, mincemeat pie, chocolate Yule logs and special Christmas cookies.
With kids out of school, holiday cruises have become a popular getaway for families. And to keep younger passengers busy, youth counselors provide a wide array of activities including parties, sing-a-longs and arts and crafts classes, where they can create ornaments to decorate the ship's Christmas tree. Junior cruisers can also participate in an endearing holiday play, which they perform for passengers. On Christmas day, Santa Claus makes a surprise appearance, bringing joy (and gifts) to each child on board.
Departing December 19, 2008
Returning January 2, 2009
Holiday Cruise - Grand Princess - December 19, 2008
Friday, December 19, 2008 - Fort Lauderdale 5pm Departure
Saturday, December 20, 2008 At Sea
Sunday, December 21, 2008 At Sea
Monday, December 22, 2008 Aruba 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday, December 23, 2008 Curaca0 8:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday, December 24, 2008 At Sea
Thursday, December 25, 2008 Port Of Spain 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday, December 26, 2008 Barbados 08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Saturday, December 27, 2008 St Vincent 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday, December 28, 2008 St. Kitts 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Monday, December 29, 2008 St Thomas 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Tuesday, December 30, 2008 La Romana 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday, December 31, 2008 At Sea
Thursday, January 1, 2009 Princess Cays 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Friday, January 2, 2009 Fort Lauderdale 07:00 AM Arrive
PRICING: Cat. JJ- Inside-- $2020.12 per person Cat. FF- Obstructed Oceanview-- $2380.12 per person Cat. EE- Unobstructed Oceanview-- $2630.12 per person Cat. BC- Balcony-- $2828.12 per person Cat. AB- Mini Suite-- $3430.12 per person
Prices include all port charges, taxes and government fees.
Group Amenities:$50.00 per person Onboard Credit & Bottle of wine per cabin.
Additional categories may be available.
Please contact Bob at Worldview Travel for prices and availability. Payment Terms: $600.00 per person deposit due at time of booking. Final Payment will be due by Sept. 20, 2008
How To Book:
Please contact Bob at Worldview Travel and Cruises: 800-869-0674
or
by email: bobd@worldviewtravel.com
Worldview Travel is Cruise Freek Forum's official travel agency for this cruise offering.
Christmas cruises and New Year's Eve cruises are among the most popular of the year. It is to your advantage to book early to secure your cabin for this extraoridinary chance to be onboard for both without booking a back to back holiday cruise.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS CRUISE AND TO SEE PHOTOS OF GRAND PRINCESS AND THE PORTS OF CALL PLEASE VISIT:
WHY BOOK A GROUP CRUISE WITH CRUISE FREEK FORUMS?
1) No forced socializations! We will certainly organize Meet and Greets and other such activities if there is enough interest, however, you are never required to attend. Likewise, you may select your dining time and table size just like if you were booking an individual reservation. It's your vacation, it's your time!
3) Reliable, dependable, trustworthy travel agents to make booking your cruise a pleasure. Unless there is a scheduling conflict, our assigned travel agent will be escorting the group to aid with any onboard requirements that might arise. The assigned travel agent for the 2008 Grand Princess Holidy Cruise is Cruise Freek Forums' own Host Bob (Bob DeAgazio of Worldview Travel which is a Virtuoso agency)
4) The "other" boards usually don't offer group holiday cruises, reasoning that prices are too high and most people won't book. We've often found this to be a very strange argument considering holiday cruises are among the most popular of the year and often sold out long before the sailing date. Why not join the group that gives you want you want, when you want it!
WATCH A VIDEO CLIP OF GRAND PRINCESS BY CLICKING THE LINK BELOW:
http://www.iceportal.com/Brochures/ice/brochure.aspx?did=2133&brochureid=ship_69
Virtuoso is an organization designed for an elite group of travel agency’s specializing in worldwide luxury travel and only available to join by invitation. But what does this mean to you? It means Worldview Travel clients benefit from the collective buying power of these agencies resulting in value-added amenities and savings not offered to the general public.
It means Worldview Travel is able to offer complimentary upgrades, breakfast and/or special in-room gifts at hotels throughout the world. It means we provide complimentary shore excursions, professional onboard hosts and/or exclusive shipboard credits or amenities on hundreds of cruises.
It also means Worldview has access to a network of other Virtuoso-member travel companies that are our eyes and ears in the country you wish to visit.
This network provides an invaluable resource, thereby assuring our clients are provided the most reputable and reliable services available anywhere. All complimentary to our clients while paying the same or in some cases, even less than other travel agencies charge. It is just one more way that Worldview Travel lives up to their motto of “Integrity, Value and Expertise”.
