10/12/2008
Dear Friends,
Explore. Dream. Discover.
I am pleased to announce our 2009 lineup of Vantage
Memorable Journeys® — an unprecedented array of small ship tours,
European river cruises, escorted land tours, and ocean cruises. Each trip
itinerary is meticulously planned and created to ensure a five-star value at a
four-star price. In fact, you can save up to $10,000 per couple off retail prices! And the price of your 2009 trip is guaranteed against all fuel price surcharges and currency fluctuation charges — and save as much as 10% on the cost of your trip — when you pay in full with our Smart Pay Discount Plan!
There's no doubt, the world of travel is becoming ever broader - and Vantage is
here to satisfy your wanderlust with more choices than ever, so you can reach
every corner of the globe! In fact, our selection includes several new
itineraries in addition to popular favorites, and each is presented in a fresh,
new way that brings our tours to life. Plus, with our Advance Purchase Savings on 2009 tours, you can save up to $1,000 per couple, but you must book now, as this offer can be withdrawn at any time! And with advanced bookings for 2009 going at a record pace, now is the time to make travel plans for the year ahead!
Here is a sampling of the comprehensive, deluxe travel experiences from
which to choose. Remember, all 2009 prices are guaranteed when you pay in full using our SmartPay Plan!
Deluxe European river cruises:
1. New for 2009! The 12th Annual Presidents River Cruise, visiting Austria, Germany, Hungary, and Slovakia. You'll enjoy a wealth of unforgettable experience, from picnicking with the residents of a country village to dining like royalty in a magnificent palace. Save up to $7760 per couple off retail prices!
2. Waterways of Holland & Belgium: Tulips, Windmills & Canals, enhanced
for 2009 with only "prime" dates offered when famous Keukenhof Gardens is open. Save up to $5000 per couple off retail prices!
3. Castles Along the Rhine & Danube — out most popular cruise: featuring some of the most beautiful
fairytale landscapes you will ever see! Save up to $5880 per couple off retail prices!
4. Eastern Europe & the Black Sea: Experience the changing times first hand and explore the old world capitals of Eastern Europe. Save up to $7480 per couple off retail prices!
Small ship cruises:
1. Explore the Amazon with us on our Heart of the Amazon River Cruise including an all-inclusive Deluxe 5-Star exploration cruise!
2.New for 2009! Ancient Civilizations of the Red Sea: Jordan, Egypt & Saudi Arabia — an exclusive Vantage charter limited to 42 passengers!
3. The Society Islands, aboard the ultra-deluxe m/s Paul Gauguin,
featuring a ship that is just as stellar as the island cultures you'll
encounter
Escorted land tours:
1. Just announced! New President's Escorted Land Tour 2009: Imperial Cities of Morocco! Join us for this once-in-a-lifetime gala experience!
2.
New for 2009: Exploring Aztec & Colonial Mexico
3.
New for 2009: The Heart of Africa: On Safari in Kenya & Tanzania — Discover breathtaking Amboseli to the wilds of the famed Serengeti!
4.
Join us in Thailand on our NEW Bangkok & Beyond escorted land tour!
Ocean cruises:
1. New for 2009: Our three Mediterranean journeys are back by popular demand. Choose from Roman Empire, Mediterranean Enchantment, or the comprehensive Mediterranean Adventure!
2. New for 2009 — 3 Holland America cruisetours to the Mediterranean: the 15-day Roman Empire cruise, the 15-day Mediterranean Enchantment cruise, and the 25-day Mediterranean Adventure cruise
Don't wait to reserve the trip of your dreams. As always, with Vantage you'll
enjoy superior accommodations, a host of included sightseeing tours, Cultural
Connections you simply can't put a price on, the services of a Vantage Program
Manager, special savings for single travelers, as well as included
international airfare on most trips.
Because the 2009 departures have just been announced, you have the widest choice
of dates — but only if you reserve now.
Cordially yours,
Henry Lewis
President & Chief Executive Officer
P.S. Guarantee your 2009 prices! Click here for details. |