9 day taste of catalonia - spain
Stay and Explore the many varied tastes of Spain - March 31st - April 8th, 2026
Delve deep into the culture, history, and attractions of each location. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, you will have easy access to the best sites of the region. Create a customized experience as leisurely or enriching as you prefer, with a balance of included and optional tours.
What’s Included:
- Round trip flights New York-Barcelona, Barcelona-New York
Other departure cities available. - 7 nights Girona in First Class Hotel
- Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
- Hotel porterage
- All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates†
- 8 meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 dinner
- Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
- Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout
- Services of local guides
- Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring
Highlights:
- During the walking tour of Girona, visit the imposing Girona Cathedral, home to the world's widest Gothic nave
- View Gaudi's masterpiece, La Sagrada Familia, the iconic symbol of Barcelona
- Explore the colorful Park Guell, Barcelona's most famous park
- Discover Cadaqués, a picture-perfect coastal town on the Costa Brava
- Visit the Catalonian city of Figueres, and tour the Dali Theatre-Museum, designed by the artist
From $2899 per person, double occupancy; includes roundtrip air from NY and transfers. Other gateways available, inquire for pricing. Single supplement $650. $300 per person deposit, final payment due December 31, 2025.
7 Night Alaska Cruise
Sail in Style: Cunard's Queen Elizabeth
Round-trip from Seattle | Aug 20 – 27, 2026
Ports of call: Ketchikan, Juneau, Glacier Bay National Park (scenic cruising), Victoria, BC Canada, Seattle
Join me as we embark on an adventure in The Great Land! Take in stunning scenery, delicious dining, including room service and daily afternoon tea, while enjoying stylish and well-appointed staterooms, and the elegance of a by-gone era.
Step aboard Queen Elizabeth and be transported to a world of timeless elegance. With her evocative Art Deco design and refined ambiance, this stunning Queen offers an experience like no other.
Embark on a 7-night journey through Alaska’s glacier-studded waters, where breathtaking natural beauty meets sophisticated adventure. Keep your eyes on the horizon—you might just spot a whale breaking the surface.
Enjoy daily afternoon tea served by white-gloved servers and for a truly unforgettable evening, don your favorite white attire and dance the night away at the iconic Ice White Ball during Gala Evenings.
Speaking of evenings, take advantage of longer stays in port to explore more. Take your time uncovering every treasure that awaits at ports with a late evening departure, whether that means sampling local cuisine, finding that perfect souvenir or learning something new on a Shore Experience further afield.
This is more than a cruise—it’s a celebration of style, scenery, and unforgettable moments. From $1369 per person, including tax & fees.
Contact me to secure your stateroom now and
prepare for a remarkable voyage.
9 day Great Barrier Reef - Australia
Welcome Aboard: Carnival Splendor
May 26th, - June 4th, 2027 roundtrip from Sydney.
Ports: Sydney > Airlie Beach >Cairns >Willis Island (Onboard Experience) >Tangalooma - Moreton Island >End: Sydney
Embark on an incredible vacation as you begin your cruise from Sydney, Australia. This metropolitan city is located on the eastern coast of the country and the climate is opposite of what we are used to as Australia is located in the Southern Hemisphere. Expect mild, autumn temperatures making this seasonal vacation fantastic.
Sydney - Explore landmarks like The Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House, the perfect backdrop for all your selfies. Sydney boasts one of the largest natural harbors in the world as well as beautiful beaches and a diverse culinary scene.
Arlie Beach - Explore the white sands of world-famous Whitehaven Beach, take a glass-bottom-boat day tour on the turquoise waters of the Coral Sea or a high-speed catamaran joy ride or Hamilton Island region awaits.
Travel to the heart of the 74 islands that comprise the picture-perfect Whitsunday Islands, an Australian treasure. Snorkel from the Great Barrier Reef pontoon on Airlie Beach.
Cairnes - browse the numerous art galleries and restaurants. Discover the local cultural and historical sites. Visit Cooktown, which is home to the ‘James Cook Museum’.
Rainforest tours are the ideal way to experience the ecosystem of the wet tropics of Queensland (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Go snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef, experience the Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail, or have a tropical rainforest nature park adventure. A day trip to Cairns itself is always worth it, with amazing shopping on the Esplanade and scenic walks that will blow you away.
Willis Island, onboard experience - Established in 1921, the weather monitoring station is home to four weather observers and provides a cyclone early warning service for Queensland. This tiny island, located 450 kilometres east of Cairns, is home to fascinating wildlife, as well as a manned Australian Bureau of Meteorology weather monitoring station. While the cruise does not include a stop at Willis Island, you can catch glimpses of its natural beauty from the comfort of the ship. As you sail by, you'll have the opportunity to witness some amazing wildlife that calls this island home, including wedge-tailed shearwaters and sooty terns.
Tangalooma, Moreton Island - Tangalooma Island Resort gives you access to one of Australia’s best-kept secrets. Experience snorkeling the famous shipwrecks or go whale watching for an experience you’ll never forget. Choose to embark on a 4WD bus adventure around Tangalooma, Moreton Island, the 3rd largest sand island in the world! Or sand tobogganing down the dunes, an ATV quad bike tour or scenic helicopter flights to spotting turtles on a clear bottom kayak tour or even a spot of parasailing, this port destination has something for everyone.
Sydney - Disembark
What's Included:
- Amazing stage shows, live musical performances, stand-up comedy and more
- Clubs, bars and lounges featuring DJs spinning, karaoke, piano sing-alongs and more
- Deck parties, game shows, trivia contests and more fun ways to get involved
- A fully-stocked fitness center, plus outdoor sports activities
- Pools and hot tubs for all, plus an Adults-Only Retreat
- Great options for all six meals — breakfast, brunch, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and late-night, that is — at the full-service Main Dining Room or the casual Lido Restaurant
- Comfy Staterooms & Amenities
- Stateroom attendant and daily turn-down service
- Soft, cozy linens
- Plenty of closet and drawer space
- Stateroom climate control
- Television
- Beach towels ready in your room, with bathrobes upon request
- In-room safe for storing valuables
From $1275 per person in a Balcony stateroom, includes tax & fees, $50 aud Onboard credit per stateroom. Half-off deposit per person holds reservation. Contact us for complete details and itinerary or to secure your stateroom and prepare for a remarkable voyage.
