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The following hotel list is preliminary and subject to change. Although we contract our hotels a year in advance, unforeseen situations do occasionally occur. Should it be necessary to change a hotel, one of equal quality and value will be substituted. You will receive verified hotel information with your final itinerary. Please note that hotel ratings are based on the Hotel and Travel Index (www.hotelandtravelindex.com ), a leading travel industry authority on hotels throughout the world.
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NH Barbizon Palace Hotel Amsterdam

Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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The Deluxe NH Barbizon Palace Hotel Amsterdam is one of Amsterdam's most distinctive hotels. Located only half an hour from Amsterdam International Airport, this hotel is in the heart of Amsterdam, in the immediate vicinity of the main entertainment and shopping areas. This luxury-class property is located in the historical St. Olofs Chapel, which is connected to the hotel by an underground passage. Modern luxury sits behind the restored facades of 19 historic buildings, most of which date from the 17th century. The hotel’s 270 luxury rooms are elegantly and efficiently appointed, with individual air conditioning, cable TV, minibar, direct-dial telephone, data point, coffee maker, private safe, and private bath with hair dryer. Having all the facilities and services one may expect from a world-class hotel, the NH Barbizon Palace is quickly becoming a fashionable meeting place for lovers of gourmet food and exclusive dining. Breakfast, tasty snacks, and daily specials are served in Hudson's Terrace, the more informal restaurant.
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NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky

Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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The Superior First-Class NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky is situated opposite the Royal Palace and approximately 10 miles from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Surrounded by department stores, boutiques, and shopping alley, numerous sights, museums, and theaters in the historic city center are within walking distance. Hotel amenities include the private landing dock for boats, the two restaurants, and the lounge. All rooms feature direct-dial telephones, cable TV, pay films, dataports, minibars, toiletry kits, hairdryers, choice of pillows, iron, coffee and tea facilities, and safes.
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Sofitel Amsterdam

Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Beautiful Amsterdam is home to the First-Class Hotel Sofitel Amsterdam. Ideally positioned, this Amsterdam hotel offers
convenient access to several popular attractions which include the
Royal Palace, Dam Square, and the cities entertainment and theatre
district. The luxurious Hotel Sofitel Amsterdam offers 148 guest rooms
offering a host of rich room amenities which are bound to satisfy even
the most discerning hotel guest. Each guestroom features air conditioning, cable television, and a hairdryer. The Duke of Windsor restaurant serves a fine
collection of delicacies for dinner every day. The
hotel also features a bar where hotel guest can enjoy refreshing
beverages of their choice. Other amenities include facilities for the physically challenged, guest laundry service, concierge service, a sauna and relaxing solarium.
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Hilton Brussels

Brussels, Belgium
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The Deluxe Hilton Brussels enjoys a location in the heart of the city, set in the fashionable shopping district overlooking Egmont Park. The hotel features a restaurant, bar, café, business center, health club, spa, concierge, currency exchange, gift shop, laundry/dry cleaning, and room service. Guest rooms feature air conditioning, Internet access, phone, cable/satellite TV, minibar, in-room safe, and private bathroom.
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Novotel Brussels Centre Tour Noire
Brussels, Belgium
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This hotel is located right in the centre of Brussels on the site of the Tour Noire. The gourmet delights and sightseeing attractions of Sainte Catherine and Fish Market area make this a premium location. The Grand Place market square is just 500 m away. The hotel offers 217 renovated and fully equipped rooms, a bar and brasserie with terrace, aquatic health and fitness centre (counter current swimming, steam bath, jacuzzi and gym), and 24 hour room service. Guest rooms feature air conditioning, safe deposit box in room, minibar, sattelite/cable color television, telephone, voicemail, WiFi wireless internet access, and hair dryers in the bathroom.
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Le Méridien Bruxelles
Brussels, Belgium
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A curving structure with a palatial façade, Le Méridien Bruxelles is a tribute to a rich and gloried history. Step into the essence of sophistication. The light of the immense chandelier casts a golden glow over the cream marbled lobby. 224 elegant guest rooms and suites offer a place of luxurious sanctuary and unmatched comfort. Explore history and legends alike in the Grand-Place, the central square of the city, only a short walk from the hotel. Flanking the square is the dazzling gothic-era Hotel de Ville, the town hall. Le Méridien Bruxelles stands opposite The Palais des Congres and the Central Station.
Room amenities include: alarm clock, data port, in-room safe, television with remote control, bathrobes & slippers, cable channels, mini bar, coffee and tea maker, air-conditioned room, iron/ironing board, 24-hour room service, hair dryer, and high-speed Internet access.
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Radisson SAS Brussels
Brussels, Belgium
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The Radisson lies in the heart of Brussels. The famous Grand Place is just a stroll from the hotel and boasts a 15th century Gothic City Hall as well as an extraordinary ensemble of Baroque town houses. It is surrounded by a labyrinth of small streets, which are lined with shops offering Brussels’ famous beer and chocolate, typical Belgian restaurants and cafés, as well as centuries of history. Decorated for satisfaction and comfort, guest rooms offer amenities satellite television, a mini bar, rapid Internet access, a private vault, a trouser press and tea & coffee facilities as well as a telephone with a direct line and voice mail.
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American Hotel
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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This historic Art Nouveau hotel is perfectly located in the heart of the city on famed Leidesplein Square, a lively area with restaurants, cafes, and shopping. Your room will have a private bath, air-conditioning, coffee maker, internet access, iron & ironing board, mini-bar, in-room safe, telephone, and cable / satellite television. General guest amenities include the Café Americain Restaurant and the Americain Bar, ATM / bank & currency exchange, complimentary coffee, laundry & dry cleaning services, and room service.
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Deluxe Vantage River Cruise Ship
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ms River Discovery
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 See for yourself why our state-of-the-art ms River Discovery — launched in Spring 2007 — is the most elegant river cruise ship navigating Europe today. She’s both modern and classic, with a 6-star ambiance yet a friendly and casual attitude. You'll feel like a very special guest as soon as you step foot aboard, entering a world of warm colors, gleaming woods, and supple leathers. Simply put, the River Discovery offers you more of the things you love about river cruising with Vantage.
Staterooms are designed for more luxury and comfort — 83% of staterooms have french balconies and all staterooms have twin beds that can convert to a double. Of course, all staterooms are outside and have a private bathroom with shower and a flat-screen TV with in-room movies and CNN. For a more spacious stateroom with upgraded amenities, treat yourself to a Junior Suite. Then again, why not go for the best of the best and reserve the magnificent Owner’s Suite? It can accommodate as many as four people in luxurious style.
Public spaces are airy and welcoming, from the forward observation deck to the intimate Discovery Lounge aft. And, with a 4:1 guest to staff ratio the service is exceptional. Please note, smoking is not permitted indoors; there is a designated smoking area outside.
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ms River Navigator
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Launched in 2000 and scheduled to be refurbished for the 2008 cruising season, the ms River Navigator ushered in a new, friendly “American style” of European river cruising. Spacious, well-appointed staterooms are cozy bedrooms by night and inviting sitting rooms by day. Each stateroom features a color flatscreen TV with in-room movies and CNN, telephone, private bathroom with shower, hair dryer, and a PIN-coded safe. Deluxe Suites are 225 square feet, with a 32" LCD flat screen TV, a DVD player, minibar, coffee/tea maker, phone, sitting area, and more. Smoking is limited to a designated area on the open-air Solaris Deck; smoking is not permitted indoors.
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ms River Odyssey
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 The ms River Odyssey was christened in 2003 and refurbished for the 2007 cruising season. The Odyssey is nearly identical to the ms River Explorer. Each stateroom features a color TV with in-room movies and CNN, telephone, private bath with shower, hair dryer, and a PIN-coded safe. Junior Suites are 225 square feet, with a 32" LCD flat screen TV, DVD player, minibar, coffee/tea maker, phone, sitting area, and more. The ms River Odyssey features an outdoor walking track, so you can enjoy a bit of exercise while cruising through Europe's finest scenery! Please note, smoking is not permitted indoors; there is a designated smoking area outside.
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