Cruise Newsletter

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Dear Vacations To Go Customer,

On January 15, the CDC lifted the Conditional Sail Order (CSO) and the cruise industry officially transitioned to a new, voluntary health and safety program.

First announced in October of 2020, the CSO provided a phased approach for the safe resumption of cruising in U.S. waters. In late June of last year, more than a year after the industry completely shut down, Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Edge became the first cruise ship to sail in U.S. waters with paying customers. Since that time, millions of people have cruised and the vast majority of cruise ships are back in the water.

The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the world's largest cruise industry trade association, had this to say: "Cruising has successfully resumed in the United States, with leading public health measures that have enabled our ocean-going cruise line members to effectively mitigate the risk of COVID-19 amongst cruise passengers, crewmembers and destinations."

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In last week's newsletter, I stated that the Omicron variant of Covid had "originated" in South Africa. I'd like to thank several of my South African readers who wrote to point out that the variant was first identified there but that it has not been established in which country the variant originated.

Omicron spiked beginning in late November in South Africa, with cases peaking in mid-December and then plunging in short order. The country was not only the first to discover Omicron, it was the first to report that Omicron was generally milder and more contagious than prior strains of Covid.

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Now I'd like to tell you about money-saving offers we've arranged with 11 different cruise lines. In addition to deep discounts, these offers may include free amenities or shipboard credits, which are as good as cash on the ship and may be used toward onboard purchases not covered in the cruise fare, like shore excursions and internet packages.

Norwegian is offering our customers huge discounts of up to 87%, as well as exclusive shipboard credits of up to $300 per cabin on select departures in Alaska, Europe and more. Plus, receive free gratuities on select balcony and suite cabins and all of the following perks on cabins booked at eligible rates: 1) unlimited open bar for two, 2) a specialty dining package that includes up to five meals for two guests at select dining venues, 3) up to 250 minutes of internet, 4) a shore excursion credit of $50 per cabin, per excursion and 5) friends and family sail free as third/fourth passengers in the cabin on select departures (port fees and taxes are additional.) See dates and prices.

Celebrity has slashed rates by up to 86%. Plus, get shipboard credits of up to $1,000 per cabin and all of the following perks on select sailings: 1) prepaid gratuities for two, 2) a free Classic beverage package and 3) unlimited internet access for two. See dates and prices.

Seabourn has provided new exclusive pricing on last-minute cruises and onboard credits of up to $1,050 per cabin on select departures. The upfront price of a six-star Seabourn vacation includes gratuities, open bars and fine wines at lunch and dinner. See dates and prices.

Royal Caribbean is offering our customers huge new discounts -- save up to 87%. Also, receive exclusive new pricing on select last-minute cruises, plus shipboard credits of up to $200 per cabin on certain voyages. See dates and prices.

Azamara is providing huge discounts to our customers -- save up to 76%. In addition, receive exclusive pricing and shipboard credits of up to $1,000 per cabin on select sailings. Rates include gratuities, drinks and, on most cruises, a nighttime shore excursion. Book by January 28. See dates and prices.

Oceania is offering Vacations To Go customers discounts of up to 80% and exclusive shipboard credits of up to $600 per cabin. See dates and prices.

Princess is offering Vacations To Go customers big discounts -- save up to 64%. Also receive exclusive pricing and shipboard credits of up to $85 per cabin on select sailings. See dates and prices.

Cunard is offering our customers newly reduced exclusive pricing on select cruises, for savings of up to 55%. Plus, pay a 50% reduced deposit and receive shipboard credits of up to $400 per cabin on select sailings. Book a suite on select sailings and receive free drinks and gratuities. See dates and prices.

Holland America is offering our customers huge discounts of up to 62% and onboard credits of up to $50 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. See dates and prices.

Crystal has reduced rates by up to 76%. Plus, receive exclusive shipboard credits of up to $900 per cabin on a variety cruises. The upfront fare includes gratuities, fine wines, Champagne, premium spirits and nonalcoholic beverages. See dates and prices.

MSC has reduced rates by up to 86% for our customers, with new discounts on a variety of sailings to the Caribbean and Europe. See dates and prices.

As always, these offers are for new bookings only and subject to availability. Restrictions may apply, and some free amenities or shipboard credits may apply only to eligible rates. Past guests of some cruise lines may see better rates on select sailings. Your Vacations To Go travel counselor will gladly verify all terms when you contact us to book.

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Here are the best cruise deals in the next 90 days, organized by port of departure.

Click below for best cruise deals departing US and Canada ports:

Amelia Island, FL
Baltimore, MD
Charleston, SC
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Galveston, TX
Honolulu, Oahu, HI
Jacksonville, FL
Los Angeles, CA (All ports serving...)
Miami, FL
Mobile, AL
New Orleans, LA
New York City, NY (All ports serving...)
Port Canaveral, FL
San Diego, CA
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Seattle, WA
Tampa, FL

Click below for best cruise deals departing major ports worldwide:

Abu Dhabi, UAE
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Barbados
Barcelona, Spain
Beijing (Tianjin), China
Bergen, Norway
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Hamburg, Germany
Kirkenes, Norway
Lisbon, Portugal
London, England (All ports serving...)
Papeete, Tahiti
Paris (Le Havre), France
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
St. Maarten
Tokyo (Yokohama), Japan
Ushuaia, Argentina
Valletta, Malta
Venice, Italy

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

Below is a list of popular resorts in these destinations. Click any link for more information, our fast and friendly travel counselors are standing by to assist.

Dominican Republic
Iberostar Dominicana, a 4-star resort in Punta Cana
Dreams Punta Cana, a 4.5-star resort
Excellence Punta Cana, a 5-star, no-kids resort
Grand Palladium Bavaro Suites, a 5-star resort in Punta Cana
Melia Caribe Beach Resort, a 5-star resort in Punta Cana
Hard Rock Hotel Punta Cana, a 5-star resort
Nickelodeon Hotels and Resorts, a 4.5-star resort in Punta Cana
Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana, a 5-star, no-kids resort
Royalton Punta Cana, a 5-star resort
Paradisus Palma Real, a 5-star resort in Punta Cana

Mexico
Sandos Caracol Eco Resort, a 4-star resort in Playa del Carmen
Barcelo Gran Faro Los Cabos, a 4-star resort
Occidental Cozumel, a 4-star resort
Hilton Puerto Vallarta, a 5-star resort
TRS Coral Hotel, a 5-star, no-kids resort in Cancun
Ocean Riviera Paradise, a 5-star resort in Playa del Carmen
Moon Palace Cancun, a 5-star resort
Hotel Riu Santa Fe, a 4.5-star resort in Los Cabos
El Dorado Seaside Suites, a 5-star, no-kids resort in Puerto Aventuras
Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta, a 5-star resort

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

1) Caribbean, 7 nights on Royal Caribbean, departs Miami Feb 13, starting at $385, save 90%, FastDeal # 33094

2) Mexico, 7 nights on Carnival, departs Los Angeles (Long Beach) Feb 19, starting at $254, save 90%, FastDeal # 27470

3) Caribbean, 7 nights on Celebrity, departs Fort Lauderdale Jan 29, starting at $622, save 79%, FastDeal # 34066

4) Pacific U.S. & Canada, 7 nights on Holland America, departs San Diego Apr 3, starting at $599, save 32%, FastDeal # 14785

5) Mediterranean, 7 nights on Princess, departs Barcelona Apr 16, starting at $619, save 40%, FastDeal # 28625

6) Caribbean, 7 nights on Carnival, departs Galveston Feb 5, starting at $279, save 89%, FastDeal # 31939

7) Bahamas, 8 nights on Royal Caribbean, departs Baltimore Mar 17, starting at $329, save 76%, FastDeal # 33584

8) Alaska, 10 nights on Norwegian, departs San Diego Apr 22, starting at $831, save 60%, FastDeal # 20085

9) Hawaii, 11 nights on Celebrity, departs Vancouver Apr 23, starting at $1,029, save 71%, FastDeal # 12268

10) Caribbean, 7 nights on Seabourn, departs Barbados Mar 5, suite starting at $3,119, save 11%, FastDeal # 19618

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