Seize the Seas

14/06/2024

Swan Hellenic cruise line. Call us to learn about Chopra wellness cruises, SETI cruises, and culinary cruises!

03/05/2024

Yesterday we toured Nurbergring F1 racetrack. Nothing happening, but a cool place to see.

03/05/2024

In Frankfurt today, the financial center of Germany, and home of the Euro Currency!
Also a great mixture of old buildings (rebuilt after WWII), and modern skyscrapers.
Also had the opportunity at a wursthaus to try a real "frankfurter"... looked like an Anerican hot dog, but all pork with "natural" casing, so a hard pass!

02/05/2024

02/05/2024

02/05/2024

Rhine River with Tauck

01/05/2024

Tauck River Cruise entertainment. Turn on your sound!

01/05/2024

Cologne in the morning, Bonn this afternoon... followed by dinnercaboard Tauck"s MS Joy!

01/05/2024

Yesterday we were in Nijmegen (Newmarket), Germany, aboard Tauck's MS Joy riverboat. More to follow.

12/04/2024

Been there, done that?!
This is REALLY NEW!
Call David 1-954-993-2418 or Cindy (954) 330-2223,
or email
[email protected]
[email protected]

Join Viking Vice President of Product Development Joost Ouendag for an in-depth overview of our new coastal China voyages and learn how you can have the unique opportunity to be immersed in the history, culture and natural wonders of the Middle Kingdom.

11/04/2024

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You don't want to miss this!       OCEANIA CRUISES' Winter 2025 - 2026 TROPICS & EXOTICS COLLECTION RESERVATIONS OPEN APRIL 17th! Pre-reserve with Cindy Locke NOW! 1-954-330-2223 Season Highlights: 13

11/04/2024

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You don't want to miss this!       OCEANIA CRUISES' Winter 2025 - 2026 TROPICS & EXOTICS COLLECTION RESERVATIONS OPEN APRIL 17th! Pre-reserve with Cindy Locke NOW! 1-954-330-2223 Season Highlights: 13

08/04/2024

NCLH (Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings) unveils the most comprehensive new build order in its history—a total of eight vessels, representing nearly 25,000 additional berths, with new classes of ships for each of its three brands—and the construction of a multi-ship pier at Great Stirrup Cay, the company's private island destination in the Bahamas and its top-rated Caribbean port of call.

· The new ship orders across all three brands are scheduled for delivery over a ten-year period, between 2026 and 2036.

· Following the delivery of four Prima-Plus class ships from 2025 through 2028, Norwegian Cruise Line is expected to take delivery of four approximately 200,000-gross-ton ships, each with a capacity of nearly 5,000 guests, in 2030, 2032, 2034 and 2036, which are subject to financing.

· Building on the success of its Allura Class ships, the last one being delivered in 2025, Oceania Cruises is scheduled to take delivery of two 86,000-gross-ton ships, each with a capacity of 1,450 guests in 2027 and 2029. Lastly, following the award-winning Explorer Class ships, Regent Seven Seas Cruises is scheduled to take delivery of two 77,000-gross-ton ships, each with a capacity of 850 guests, in 2026 and 2029.

· The Company has obtained export credit financing with favorable terms to fund 80 percent of the contract price of each of the two Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises ships, subject to certain conditions. The ship orders for Norwegian Cruise Line remain subject to financing, currently underway.

Remember Seize the Seas as your resource for all things Cruises and Tours!
Cindy (954) 330-2223
David (954)-993-2418

12/02/2024

Aboard Explora Journey 1, the Nautilus Club for kids and teens.

12/02/2024

Some of the decor at Crema, the coffee spot aboard Explora Journey 1. The coffee and snacks excellent!

12/02/2024

Some lunch selections in Sakura aboard Explora Journey 1 today. Besides looking beautiful, the flavor profile (taste!) was Superb!
The service by the phenomenal waitstaff and kitchen crew, also fabulous!

10/02/2024

high tea time on Explora Journeys today.

10/02/2024

Explora Journeys 1, first full day. Gotta love baby lamb chops for breakfast!
A few other pictures from the Marketplace's seafood buffet, and Fil Rouge, one of the "main" dining rooms.
So elegant! Excellent food quality and service.
Very encouraged and excited about this new cruise line!
Per my previous post, they will let us book you this week while we are on board, and will honor the "booked on board" savings.
DM or email us.

08/02/2024

Explora Journeys I

07/02/2024

We're so excited to be on "Explora Journeys 1" from February 9 - 16. Follow our voyage on this exciting new Luxury Ship! The current sale (through Feb 29) is up to 40% off, and if you contact us while we're on board (Feb 9 - 15), Explora Journeys is letting us share our "booking on board" additional discount with our friends and clients!
•18 Food and Beverage venues
•Unlimited beverages, fine wines, premium spirits, specialty coffees, any time, including your in-suite mini-bar!
•Access to the spa thermal area
•All on board gratuities
•Complimentary wifi throughout the ship
•Shuttle services from port to city centres where required/available.. and more for Penthouse and Residence guests.
Reach out to [email protected] or [email protected]

Leisure Travel, Cruises, River Cruises, Expedition Yachting, Escorted Tours- YOLO

01/02/2024

CRYSTAL CRUISES SUITE UPGRADES!
SUITE DREAM OFFER EXTENDED


Thanks to your feedback on the Suite Dreams Upgrade, we are delighted to say we are extending the offer until March 31st, 2024. If you have not already booked your exceptional voyage aboard Crystal Serenity or Crystal Symphony yet, then don’t delay! Book on any 2024 sailing and based on availability, you’ll receive an exclusive complimentary suite upgrade on new reservations. Additionally, guests who take advantage of this offer will benefit from included garment care and dry-cleaning services in all categories.*

By confirming a new reservation, you will be upgraded, free of charge, up to three suite categories. Guests booking an Aquamarine Veranda Suite will be upgraded to a Sapphire Veranda Suite, while those booking a Double Guest Room with Veranda will receive a complimentary upgrade to an Aquamarine Veranda Suite.

Book your voyage by March 31, 2024, to take advantage of this exclusive opportunity.
Call Cindy 1-954-330-2223 or
Call David 1-954-993-2418

(Cindy and David sailed on Serenity's re-launch inaugural last July. Call to hear us rave about Crystal!)

01/02/2024

MIAMI, FL, January 24, 2024: Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is joining forces with Food & Wine to host an Editor’s Cruise featuring Food & Wine’s editor in chief, Hunter Lewis, on board its newly reimagined, 1,250-guest ship Riviera. The exclusive cruise is a can’t-miss opportunity for food and drink lovers and will feature a culinary demonstration hosted by Lewis, Oceania Cruises’ signature gala brunch, an exclusive Dom Pérignon Experience at La Reserve and more. Additional special guests on board include J’nai Gaither, a Champagne, wine and food writer extraordinaire, and Alex Prud’homme, a celebrated culinary author and the great-nephew of Julia Child.

The Food & Wine Editor’s Cruise departs on September 11, 2024, from Barcelona and explores epicurean hotspots across the Mediterranean, including Saint-Tropez, Rome (Civitavecchia), and Naples, and ends on September 21, 2024, in Athens (Piraeus), Greece.

Shipboard guest highlights are set to include two destination-focused Chef’s Market Dinners which will feature locally inspired dishes made with ingredients selected from markets in the port of the day, a special themed afternoon tea in Horizons, and Oceania Cruises’ famed gala brunch, usually reserved only for ship launches.

Additional experiences available for guests to book include the decadent Dom Pérignon Experience at La Reserve, which sees a different vintage of the renowned Champagne served with each delicious course, special wine tasting events, and bespoke culinary-focused shore excursions.

As the culinary leader in the cruise industry, Oceania Cruises has consistently elevated and innovated in the food and beverage space. The brand’s culinary team is truly the finest at sea, being the only team in the industry helmed by two Master Chefs of France: Alexis Quaretti, Senior Culinary Director, and Eric Barale, Vice President of Culinary.

“Oceania Cruises is a cruise line built by foodies, run by foodies, for foodies, so the collaboration with Food & Wine is a natural one,” said Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises. “Both brands are powerhouses in the culinary space and cater to the most discerning clientele. Oceania Cruises has been dedicated to serving The Finest Cuisine at Sea for the past 20 years, so we are thrilled to be joining forces with the incredible team at Food & Wine.”

Hunter Lewis, editor in chief of Food & Wine, said: “I’m looking forward to joining the standout team of Oceania Cruises’ chefs and sommeliers for this special Editor’s Cruise experience. This is a one-of-a-kind way to share in Oceania Cruises’ commitment to culinary excellence and bring Food & Wine to life on board for the guests.”

For More information, call Cindy (954) 330-2223 or David 954-993-2418

26/01/2024

Aboard Regent Seven Seas Grandeur, the Prime 7 restaurant. prime rib for her, surf &turf for him.

25/01/2024

Beautiful Regent Seven Seas Grandeur

24/12/2023

18/12/2023

WE'RE YOUR VIKING CONNECTION FOR RIVER, OCEAN, AND EXPEDITION CRUISES!
Viking recently announced an expansion of its river fleet in Southeast Asia with the new Viking Tonle. Designed for the Mekong River, the 80-guest vessel will join its identical sister ship, the Viking Saigon (which debuted in 2022) and will sail between Kampong Cham, Cambodia and Mỹ Tho, Vietnam as part of Viking’s 15-day Magnificent Mekong itinerary. The ship is under construction and is currently scheduled to debut in October 2025.

With strong demand on the Nile River, Viking will add two more sister ships, Viking Hathor and Viking Sobek, which will be delivered in 2024 and 2025, respectively. By 2025, Viking will have six ships on the Nile, offering the largest and most elegant fleet, by far.

In 2025, Viking will also welcome a new Viking Longship on the Seine River. This identical sister ship will join the current fleet of four Viking Longships sailing the river, docking in Viking’s exclusive location in the heart of Paris, near the Eiffel Tower.

For ocean voyages, beginning in 2024 Viking will introduce the Iconic Iceland, Greenland & Canada itinerary. This 15-day voyage will immerse guests in striking natural beauty and volcanic landscapes, while delving into the rich history of Viking exploration, allowing for leisurely strolls through the charming streets in ports of call.

A new Malta, Morocco & the Mediterranean itinerary will make its inaugural voyage in late 2024. The roundtrip journey from Barcelona spans seven countries in 16 days, featuring visits to UNESCO-designated sites, North African cities, the Alhambra palace and other scenic wonders. Viking also is set to unveil the Viking World Voyage I in 2025. The 180-day adventure traverses the globe, encompassing 37 countries on an unforgettable voyage across six continents.

Also setting sail in 2025, Viking will embark on a new adventure with the Grand Australia Circumnavigation itinerary. The 32-day sailing takes guests on a voyage around Australia, offering the chance to uncover a harmonious blend of iconic natural wonders, lesser-known cultural gems, and such captivating destinations Perth, Adelaide and Melbourne. The itinerary includes exploration of Indonesian treasures Komodo and Bali. Finally, in late 2024 Viking will welcome a new sister ship to the Ocean fleet, the Viking Vela.

On the expedition cruise front, In 2023 Viking launched the new intercontinental Longitudinal World Cruise collection, with expedition ships sailing between Antarctica and the Great Lakes. On these epic voyages, guests will achieve more travel milestones in a single journey than most people accomplish in a lifetime—from the heart of North America through engineering marvels like the Welland and Panama Canals into the Chilean fjords and finally to Antarctica. Upcoming new 2024-2025 itineraries include the Longitudinal World Cruise IV and Longitudinal World Cruise V.

Viking also has announced three new summer season expedition voyages in the Arctic set to debut in July 2025. The new itineraries range from 13 to 27 days and explore the polar north in Canada and Greenland. More specific itinerary information is available online featuring the Northwest Passage, Canada & Greenland Explorer and Canada & the Northwest Passage.

More recently, Viking announced another wave of new itineraries in Antarctica for the 2025 season. The new 87-day From the Arctic to Antarctica itinerary will expand offerings to the “White Continent,” sailing from Nuuk, Greenland to Ushuaia, Argentina.

CALL CINDY AT (954) 330-2223
CALL DAVID AT 954-993-2418

14/12/2023

To book your next Azamazing cruise, call us!
Cindy 954-330-2223 or David 954-993-2418

14/12/2023

Viking announced the 2026 season of European river voyages is now open for reservations. Strong demand from North American travelers pushed Viking to open 2026 departures early after many 2024 sold out and the 2025 season garnered strong early bookings.

With a current fleet of 80 river ships and more than 50 percent of the market share for North American travelers, Viking is the industry's leading river line. Some of company's most popular itineraries in Europe include:

Danube Waltz: This eight-day itinerary goes from Budapest to Passau, revealing the best of these destinations while cruising leisurely through spectacular scenery. Highlights include: soaking up soothing steam at a Budapest thermal bath, savoring Austro-Hungarian cuisine in Vienna and Budapest, learning to waltz at a Viennese dance school, admiring the Wachau Valley's beauty and witnessing daily monastic life on an exclusive visit to Göttweig Abbey.

Rhine Getaway: Explore one of Europe's best-loved rivers on this 8-day excursion from Amsterdam to Basel. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and stunning scenery of the Middle Rhine, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Passengers can taste the region's renowned white wines, with the roots of its terraced vineyards reaching back to Roman times, and savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. With calls in Amsterdam, Cologne and Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.

Paris & the Heart of Normandy: Dock in the heart of Paris, admiring views of the Eiffel Tower and a replica of the Statue of Liberty from your ship during this 8-day round trip journey. Travelers can experience history firsthand at the Normandy beaches and delight in Rouen's Gothic architecture. Also, there is an opportunity to explore Giverny and the charming house and gardens where Claude Monet lived and worked, the setting inspiring many of his masterpieces. This voyage celebrates history, art, food and customs in France's most alluring urban and pastoral settings.

Lyon & Provence: (eight days; Lyon-Avignon) – Tap into your inner van Gogh at an Arles painting class during this 8-day journey from Lyon to Avignon along the Rhône. Highlights include discovering Roman Provence at Les Arènes d'Arles and the Pont du Gard and exploring the world's largest Gothic palace at Avignon's grand Palace of the Popes. Gourmands can savor local wines, hunt for truffles and see how chèvre cheese is made.

Portugal’s River of Gold: This 10-day trip from Lisbon to Porto showcases the renaissance of Lisbon, newly invigorated with trending galleries and restaurants. Explore two of Iberia's oldest university towns: Coimbra, Portugal and Salamanca, Spain. Guests can roam the port warehouses of Porto and enjoy traditional cuisine, wine and fado singing. This itinerary cruises the Douro River Valley, the world's oldest demarcated wine region and a UNESCO Site. The package includes a hotel stay in Lisbon and the added bonus of a visit to Spain.

Seize the Seas has exclusive deals on Viking!
Call Cindy at (954) 330-2223
Call David at (954)-993-2418

Cindy and David have personally experienced all of the above rivers, and would love to share with you!