TROPICAL TRADE WINDS
PANAMA CANAL

Departures

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We are thrilled that Crystal Cruises has given us the opportunity to offer our clients incredible incentives to introduce them to this very special cruise experience. 2-for-1 pricing and a USD$1,000 per couple shipboard credit are just the beginning! Reserve your space by September 30th and receive a $250 per couple Early Bird Bonus. Read on for all of the details and special inclusions, then join us to discover what luxury cruising is all about.

Join us on the luxurious ms Symphony as we explore the wonders of the Panama Canal and Caribbean isles strung like jewels on a glittering sea. A paradise of incomparable beauty and idyllic tranquility awaits!

Itinerary

Mar 5, Sat: CANADA / SAN JOSE, Costa Rica
Overnight Doubletree Cariari Hotel

Mar 6, Sun: SAN JOSE / CALDERA
Sightseeing / Transfer to ship / Sail 9:00pm

Mar 7, Mon: CRUISING THE PACIFIC OCEAN

Mar 8, Tue: TRANSIT THE PANAMA CANAL

Mar 9, Wed: CRUISING THE CARIBBEAN SEA

Mar 10, Thu: ARUBA, The Netherlands
Arrive 8:00am / Sail 6:00pm

Mar 11, Fri: CRUISING THE CARIBBEAN SEA

Mar 12, Sat: ST. MARTIN, French West Indies
Arrive 8:00am / Sail 6:00pm

Mar 13, Sun: ST. BARTS, French West Indies
Arrive 8:00am / Sail 6:00pm

Mar 14, Mon: TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands
Arrive 8:00am / Sail 6:00pm

Mar 15, Tue: CRUISING THE ATLANTIC OCEAN

Mar 16, Wed: CRUISING THE ATLANTIC OCEAN

Mar 17, Thu: MIAMI, Florida / CANADA
Arrive 8:00am / Disembark

PORTS OF CALL

° The modern, bustling city of San José became capital of the newly independent country in 1824. Our sightseeing tour will introduce us to the highlights of the city beginning with an orientation drive through the residential areas and the Sabana Metropolitan Park. We’ll visit the historic National Theater and the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, one of the few that exist worldwide. The exhibition here consists of 1,000 original pieces that date from 300 to 1500 A.C. Next stop will be at the National Museum, the former Bellavista Headquarters of the now-abolished army. Following our city tour we will stop for lunch (on your own), then enjoy a scenic drive to Caldera to board ms Symphony.

° A very important port in the Pacific, Puerto Caldera is located in the northern region of Puntarenas province and this tiny town is a key port for ships from all across the globe. With an industrial port complex built here to accommodate both cruise liners as well as cargo vessels, Puerto Caldera plays a vital role in Costa Rica’s trade with the world.

° Spend an unforgettable day cruising the Panama Canal, a fifty- one-mile waterway through the rainforest that is one of the world’s engineering masterpieces. The ship glides down the canal with inches to spare, through locks that raise and lower it like a toy. Along the way it crosses enormous Gatun Lake, and the amazing Gaillard Cut, blasted out of a solid mountainside.

° Sophisticated Aruba, located just 15 miles from Venezuela’s coast, has a dry and sunny climate year-round. Next to arid deserts, which host an array of wild rock formations, curiously bent divi-divi trees and cactus jungles, are magnificent beaches and transparent blue waters.

° Marigot, the capital of French St. Martin, is a classic Caribbean destination, with buildings adorned by ornate gingerbread and an engaging personality that combines bustling neighbourhoods with laid-back groove. Twice-weekly outdoor markets offer everything from homegrown produce to freshly caught fish, not to mention a chance to mingle and people watch.

° St. Barts forms part of the French Overseas Region of Guadeloupe. Descendants of settlers from Brittany and Normandy operate its tiny inns, shops and restaurants. This charming, slow-paced island attracts tourists year-round. Spectacular beaches, the small volcanic mountains and the quaint Creole-style villages are just several of the alluring aspects of this tranquil island.

° Tortola is the largest of the 50 British Virgin Islands. In Road Town, the seat of government, the Union Jack proudly flies above the residence of the British-appointed governor. As part of the turbulent history of this region, pirates and other European adventurers, famous seamen such as Blackbeard, Kidd and Francis Drake, plied the waters of this magical area.

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Above prices are per person inclusive of 2 for 1 savings and are based on sharing the stateroom category chosen and include all the applicable Inclusive Features.

All staterooms feature twin beds that convert to a queen size bed. Prices in this brochure reflect current fares, taxes and fuel surcharges effective June 2010.

Single rates: See special rates below for single passengers.

SINGLE CRUISE COST (in CDN$/ per person)

Above TWIN and SINGLE Cruise cost(s) are cruise only based on joining at the hotel in San Jose and leaving at shipside in Miami. See Deck Plan for full details on various categories available. All staterooms feature twin beds that convert to a queen size bed. Prices reflect current fares, taxes and fuel surcharges effective June 2010.

Air add-ons from cities across Canada are as follows:

Air add-ons from other gateways are available on request. Airfares include the current cost for flights, all current related taxes and fees, insurance coverage, airport transfers on arrival & departure, airport transfers in Canada or equivalent value. Airfares are subject to change and will be confirmed prior to final payment.
While shore excursions are not included, your Shipboard Credit will more than cover the cost of optional excursions. You have the freedom to choose from the optional tours offered by the cruise line.

Our escort will accompany this cruise with a minimum of twenty members.

Your cruise cost (and deposit) includes a non-refundable fee ($332 pp) to cover comprehensive insurance. This insurance is effective from the date of confirmation for all passengers under the age of 86 years at the time of travel and carries limitations on pre-existing medical conditions. Please discuss your insurance coverage prior to booking. Final payment will be due on December 17, 2010

Inclusive Features

To enroll on this tour simply complete our online enrollment form or alternatively complete the enrollment form found at the back of our brochure and return it with your deposit of $1200 per person to Craig Travel's office.