Cruise Newsletter

Below is a copy of our current cruise newsletter. To subscribe to our weekly newsletter, absolutely free of charge, please click here. To email this newsletter to friends or family, click here. Please note that the FastDeals are subject to availability and sell out quickly.

---

Dear Vacations To Go Customer,

The cruise industry continues to reopen and I am excited to announce that Cunard will restart operations with 13 vaccine-required voyages in 2021, all aboard Queen Mary 2. The ship will depart from either New York or London, with itineraries in the Caribbean, Europe and Transatlantic regions. Click here to see these cruises now.

In addition, many new vaccine-required sailings departing from California were just announced. Some will sail round trip to Hawaii, some will be round trip to Mexico and a few will combine multiple California cities with a call in Ensenada, Mexico. Princess confirmed 35 new cruises, Holland America added 23 cruises and Celebrity released two more; click any company name to see these brand-new sailings.

Following is a roundup of the 17 cruise lines that have announced restart dates. Click any link below to see all approved sailings.

Azamara will resume sailings in Europe, click here to see these cruises now.

Carnival will resume sailings in Alaska, the Caribbean and Mexico, click here to see these cruises now.

Celebrity will resume sailings in Alaska, the Caribbean, Europe, the Galapagos and the Pacific U.S., click here to see these cruises now.

Crystal will resume sailings in the Bahamas, the Caribbean and Europe, click here to see these cruises now.

Cunard will resume sailings in the Caribbean, Europe and Transatlantic, click here to see these cruises now.

Holland America will resume sailings in Alaska, Europe, Hawaii, Mexico and the Pacific U.S., click here to see these cruises now.

Norwegian will resume sailings in Alaska, Bermuda, Europe and Mexico, click here to see these cruises now.

Oceania will resume sailings in the Caribbean and Europe, click here to see these cruises now.

Paul Gauguin will resume sailings in Tahiti and the South Pacific, click here to see these cruises now.

Princess will resume sailings in Alaska, Hawaii, Mexico and the Pacific U.S., click here to see these cruises now.

Regent will resume sailings in the Caribbean and Europe, click here to see these cruises now.

Royal Caribbean will resume sailings in Alaska, the Bahamas, the Caribbean, Europe and Mexico, click here to see these cruises now.

Seabourn will resume sailings in the Caribbean and Europe, click here to see these cruises now.

SeaDream will resume sailings in the Caribbean and Europe, click here to see these cruises now.

Silversea will resume sailings in Alaska, Europe and the Galapagos, click here to see these cruises now.

Viking will resume sailings in Bermuda and Europe, click here to see these cruises now.

Windstar will resume sailings in Alaska, the Caribbean, Europe, Mexico, Tahiti and the South Pacific, click here to see these cruises now.

If you're more interested in seeing all your options by destination, just click any region below.

Alaska
Bahamas
Bermuda
Caribbean
Europe
Galapagos
Hawaii
Mexico & Central America
Northern Europe
Pacific U.S. & Mexico
Tahiti & South Pacific
Transatlantic

Or, check out our unique and comprehensive new ticker with all of these 900+ cruises by clicking Vaccine-Required Cruises.

As of this date, all cruises that have been approved by the U.S. or foreign governments are required to sail with fully vaccinated passengers and crew. Vaccination requirements for guests vary by cruise line with some companies requiring all passengers to be vaccinated (meaning children too young to be vaccinated cannot sail) and others requiring passengers older than 12 or 16 to be vaccinated while allowing children too young to be vaccinated to provide a negative COVID test in order to sail.

The specific vaccination requirements for any cruise are listed at the FastDeal level and your Vacations To Go cruise counselors are standing by to provide you the most up-to-date health and safety protocols for every cruise line.

In other news, a lawsuit between the state of Florida and the CDC may soon enable cruises to depart from Florida without requiring vaccination. The situation is complex and unfolding so I don't want to speculate about what will happen at this point but we will be the first to announce no-vaccine-required cruises as soon as there is certainty.

And finally, if you're holding a future cruise credit (FCC) from a previous cancellation, you can use it on any sailing offered by Vacations To Go (on the same cruise line that issued the FCC) regardless of whether the original cruise was booked through Vacations To Go.

We will continue to bring you all the latest updates in this newsletter!

---

This week, we've arranged money-saving offers with 10 different cruise lines, including deep discounts and free amenities or shipboard credits, which are as good as cash on the ship and can be used toward onboard purchases not covered in the cruise fare, like shore excursions and Internet packages. Please note that some rates on our site may not be eligible for free amenities or shipboard credits.

Holland America is offering our customers huge discounts of up to 43%, plus onboard credits of up to $150 per cabin. Plus, on select sailings receive all of the following perks on cabins booked at eligible rates: 1) signature beverage package, including alcoholic beverages, for all guests in the stateroom 2) a specialty dining package that includes up to three meals at select dining venues, 3) a free Wi-Fi surf package for two guests, and 4) up to three free shore excursions per cruise. Book by June 26. See dates and prices.

Celebrity has slashed rates by up to 86%. Plus, get shipboard credits of up to $1,150 per cabin and all of the following additional perks on select sailings: 1) prepaid gratuities for two, 2) a free Classic beverage package, and 3) unlimited Internet access for two. Book by July 2. See dates and prices.

Silversea has reduced rates by up to 85%, plus on select sailings receive shipboard credits of up to $300 per cabin. Your Silversea fare includes onboard gratuities, butler service, unlimited internet and complimentary beverages, including wine and spirits. See dates and prices.

Paul Gauguin Cruises is offering Vacations To Go customers exclusive discounts of up to 65% on its cruises of South Pacific islands. Plus, get onboard credits of up to $200 per cabin on select sailings. Book by June 25. See dates and prices.

Princess is offering Vacations To Go customers big discounts -- save up to 48%. Also receive exclusive shipboard credits of up to $150 per cabin on cruises visiting a variety of destinations, including the Caribbean, Mexico and Alaska. Book by June 30. See dates and prices.

Regent has provided exclusive discounts to Vacations To Go customers on a variety of sailings -- save up to 76%. In addition, get shipboard credits of up to $500 per cabin and free upgrades on select sailings. The upfront price of a luxury Regent cruise includes unlimited shore excursions, gratuities, unlimited Wi-Fi and unlimited beverages, including fine wines and premium spirits. See dates and prices.

Windstar is offering our customers discounts of up to 67% on select cruises, with exclusive rates on a variety of itineraries. Windstar specializes in casually elegant sailings on intimate power ships and masted sailing vessels. See dates and prices.

Royal Caribbean is offering our customers huge new discounts -- save up to 87%. Also receive exclusive shipboard credits of up to $50 per cabin on a variety voyages. See dates and prices.

Let Vacations To Go help you on your next cruise with Disney Cruise Line. See dates and prices.

MSC has reduced rates by up to 80% for our customers, with new discounts on a variety of sailings, including new Caribbean voyages departing from Port Canaveral, Florida. Plus get free drinks and free Wi-Fi on select sailings booked at eligible rates. See dates and prices.

---

Resorts in Mexico and the Dominican Republic are great options for customers looking for a tropical getaway.

Since the CDC requires travelers to present a negative Covid-19 test before returning to the U.S., a wide selection of all-inclusive resort companies have arranged for tests to be administered to guests, at no charge, at the hotel. Many companies are even covering the cost of quarantining at the hotel (including accommodations, meals and nonalcoholic beverages) if a guest tests positive.

Below is a list of popular resorts in Mexico and the Dominican Republic that are offering these helpful services. Click any link for more information, our fast and friendly travel counselors are standing by to assist.

Mexico
El Dorado Royale, a 5-star, no-kids resort in Playa del Carmen
Hotel Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas, a 5-star resort
Iberostar Quetzal, a 4-star resort in Playa del Carmen
Hilton Puerto Vallarta, a 5-star resort
Sunscape Sabor Cozumel, a 4-star resort
Excellence Riviera Cancun, a 5-star, no-kids resort
Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta, a 5-star resort
Sandos Caracol Eco Resort, a 4-star resort in Playa del Carmen
Secrets Puerto Los Cabos, a 5-star, no-kids resort
Paradisus Playa del Carmen, a 5-star resort

Dominican Republic
Dreams Punta Cana, a 4.5-star resort
Melia Caribe Beach Resort, a 5-star resort in Punta Cana
Live Aqua Beach Resort Punta Cana, a 5-star, no-kids resort
Grand Palladium Bavaro Suites, a 5-star resort in Punta Cana
Now Onyx Punta Cana, a 5-star resort
Hotel Riu Republica, a 4.5-star, no-kids resort in Punta Cana
Iberostar Punta Cana, a 4-star resort
Sensatori Resort Punta Cana, a 4-star resort
TRS Turquesa, a 5-star, no-kids resort in Punta Cana
Hilton La Romana, a 4-star resort

---

Here are today's Top 10 Cruises, brand-new specials from the world's best cruise lines. Click the FastDeal # for details.

1) Bahamas, 7 nights on Royal Caribbean, departs Nassau Sep 4, starting at $469, save 73%, FastDeal # 20568

2) Mexico, 7 nights on Carnival, departs Los Angeles (Long Beach) Dec 11, starting at $439, save 82%, FastDeal # 27422

3) Greek Islands, 7 nights on Norwegian, departs Athens (Piraeus) Nov 7, starting at $601, save 50%, FastDeal # 13398

4) Caribbean, 7 nights on Celebrity, departs St. Maarten Jul 31, starting at $589, FastDeal # 36674 (Celebrity does not provide brochure rates for this cruise, so we are unable to show a savings percentage.)

5) Alaska, 7 nights on Princess, departs Seattle Sep 12, starting at $849, FastDeal # 19866 (Princess does not provide brochure rates for this cruise, so we are unable to show a savings percentage.)

6) Middle East, 7 nights on MSC Cruises, departs Dubai Jan 15, starting at $499, save 50%, FastDeal # 18821

7) Alaska, 7 nights on Holland America, departs Seattle Sep 25, starting at $729, save 9%, FastDeal # 35194

8) Caribbean, 10 nights on Oceania Cruises, departs Miami Dec 3, balcony starting at $2,299, save 74%, FastDeal # 38457

9) Greek Islands, 14 nights on Holland America, departs Athens (Piraeus) Aug 22, starting at $1,529, save 8%, FastDeal # 17983

10) Caribbean, 11 nights on Regent, departs Miami Dec 9, suite starting at $5,899, save 64%, FastDeal # 20771

To search for discounts of up to 82% on cruises, use our Find a Bargain tool.

Once you've found a FASTDEAL, call us at 800-338-4962 (US and Canada) and a cruise counselor will attend to your needs. International customers, please email or call us at +1-713-974-2121.

Please email me your comments, suggestions and questions at alanfox@vacationstogo.com and I will respond the same day.

Sincerely,

Alan Fox
Executive Chairman
Vacations To Go