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 | $1,000 Shipboard Credit in Northern Europe
Sumptuous and stylish best defines your all-inclusive Silversea Cruise experience. En route from Copenhagen to London with Virtuoso Voyager Club®, you'll spend several days in St. Petersburg and Hamburg, with stops in other historic ports along the way. Your fare includes airfare, an exclusive shore event and a $1,000 shipboard credit per suite. Virtuoso fares FROM $7,999 per person. Silver Cloud departs July 10, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | Wine & Food Cruise in Northern Europe
Join brilliant mixologist Simon Ford of Pernod Ricard on this 11-night sailing from Stockholm to London with Crystal Cruises. You'll enjoy two overnights in St. Petersburg and visit Berlin, all the while enjoying Ford's much-lauded libations, as well as a cocktail party and a shipboard credit. Virtuoso fares FROM $4,230 per person if you book by June 30, 2012. Crystal Symphony departs August 14, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | Black Sea Adventure with Virtuoso Voyager Club
Sail from Athens to Istanbul with Regent Seven Seas Cruises and get gifted with bonuses aplenty: 2-for-1 fares and 2-for-1 reduced deposits, savings of $1,600 per suite, free roundtrip air, free unlimited shore excursions and so much more. Plus, you'll enjoy a Virtuoso Voyager Club® reception and private shore event. Virtuoso fares FROM $8,499 per person. Seven Seas Mariner departs July 3, 2012. Book by May 31, 2012 for reduced deposits. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | Black Sea & Crimean Coasts: $75 Shipboard Credit
Escape completely for 12 sunny days and starry nights with Princess Cruises® as Pacific Princess® makes her way from Athens to Venice, with stops along the Black Sea and Crimean Coast, as well as an overnight stay in Istanbul. Your fare includes entertainment, all meals and a $75 shipboard credit to use as you wish. Virtuoso Balcony fares FROM $2,375 per person. Departs November 8, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | Glories of Greece: 2-for-1 Fares!
Delve into the beauty and intrigue of the Greek Isles, Turkey and the Dalmatian Coast with Oceania Cruises – special incentives include 2-for-1 cruise fares, free airfare, $3,000 savings per stateroom, 2-for-1 deposits and pre-paid gratuities. Relish the comfortable luxury of your brand-new ship, Riviera, as she takes in the marvels of the region. Virtuoso Ocean View fares FROM $3,937 per person. Ten-day cruise departs August 3, 2012; book by June 30, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | Haven at Sea, with $50 Shipboard Credit
Guests are raving about The Haven, Norwegian Cruise Line's exclusive private enclave of Suites and Villas, complete with butler service and inspired amenities. Receive a $50 shipboard credit, a complimentary bottle of wine, reserved seating at award-winning shows, priority tendering and more on this Western Mediterranean voyage. Virtuoso fares FROM $2,649 per person. Norwegian Epic departs June 10; July 1, 29; August 12, 2012. Book by June 1, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | Venetian Vacation: 1 Night Free!
Classic Vacations has chosen Luna Hotel Baglioni for this three-night escape in the most romantic of cities, Venice. Here, just a stone's throw from Piazza San Marco and near historic and artistic attractions, you'll enjoy a complimentary third night, breakfast daily, late checkout and one three-course dinner for two at Canova. Virtuoso rates FROM $859 per person for three nights. Available through December 31, 2012; book by December 28, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | $100 Credit & 3rd Night Free in Snowmass
Aspen beckons any time of year and particularly when your third night is on the house at the world-class Viceroy Snowmass. Ski-in/ski-out privileges make cold-winter getaways enticing, while the warmer months bring to mind hiking, mountain biking and fly-fishing excursions. Receive a $100 resort credit, a room upgrade and more! Virtuoso rates FROM $225 per room, per night. Available May 26 – November 1, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | Kids Stay Free at Full-Service Caribbean Resort
You won't want much else – except a few more nights! – at Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic. GOGO Vacations has chosen this setting for a four-night getaway, which includes free accommodations for kids 12 and under. Amenities include several gourmet restaurants, the Casa de Campo Spa, phenomenal golf and much more. Virtuoso rates FROM $745 per person. Available through September 30, 2012; book by June 30, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | Yucatan Romance, with $70 Spa Credit
Slip away to the breathtaking beaches of the Yucatan Peninsula with Pleasant Holidays. You'll stay at the world's first adult-only (13+), all-inclusive resort, Royal Hideaway Playacar, known for its beautifully appointed villas and attentive concierge service. As a Virtuoso guest, you're gifted with a $70 spa credit, priority dinner reservations and a room upgrade, if available. Virtuoso rates FROM $1,099 per person. Available June 24 – August 27, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | Midweek Suite Deal in Ojai
Casually elegant and impeccably stylish, the historic Ojai Valley Inn & Spa welcomes midweek travelers with a double upgrade from a Vista Room to a Mini Suite or from a Fireplace Shangri-La Room to a One-Bedroom Suite. Championship golf and tennis beckon, as do treatments at the lavish spa and classes at the Artist's Cottage. Virtuoso rates FROM $369 per room, per night, double occupancy. Available through July 31, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | Prime Seats for Tony-Nominated Broadway Shows
Leisure Connect can arrange for prime orchestra seating for this year's top Tony Award contenders. Cast your vote for "End of the Rainbow" or "Other Desert Cities" or a musical like "Evita" or "Once". Call today to secure your tickets! Virtuoso rates FROM $132 per person. Available through July 30, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | 15% Off Distinctive Peru Experiences
Orient-Express offers a variety of unique hotel experiences in Peru: Miraflores Park Hotel in fashionable Lima, Hotel Monasterio in historic Cuzco and Hotel Rio Sagrado in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Receive 15% off your stay with your advance purchase, as well as exclusive Virtuoso amenities and breakfast daily. Virtuoso rates FROM $251 per room, per night (discount included). Available July 1 – September 30, 2012; book by June 20, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | Private Beach Picnic on Exclusive Caribbean Beach
Romance knows no bounds at Tortuga Bay, the Dominican Republic's only AAA Five Diamond hotel. Make delightful memories with a moonlight picnic for two, signature spa treatments for two and a gourmet dinner at Bamboo Restaurant. This secluded enclave boasts interiors by Oscar de la Renta and, of course, a bevy of Virtuoso bonuses. Contact your Virtuoso travel advisor for best available rates. Available through September 7, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | 3rd Night Free at Toronto's Newest Luxury Hotel
Settle in to the city's newest luxury hotel, The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto, set downtown in the heart of the performing arts district. Among the many amenities are the 23,000-square-foot Urban Sanctuary and Spa and a spacious outdoor terrace for alfresco dining at DEQ Lounge. Ask about guaranteed suite upgrades and a free third night. Contact your Virtuoso travel advisor for room rates. Available June 28 - September 3, 2012 © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | 3rd Night Free in Whistler
You can luxuriate in your stay at one of the world's premier mountain resorts with an extra night, thanks to The Fairmont Chateau Whistler. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery, the 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Jr.-designed golf course, and the Vida Spa. Virtuoso guests receive a room upgrade, if available, daily breakfast for two, Signature Martini and more. Contact your Virtuoso travel advisor for room rates for this three-night stay. Available through September 30, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | 50% Off BFF Getaway at Treasured Tucson Resort
Treat your best friend to a getaway at Miraval Resort & Spa, offering casita-style accommodations in a dreamy Tucson setting. Includes a room upgrade upon arrival, based on availability; a $150 credit per person, per night; all meals, snacks and smoothies; self-discovery programs and fitness classes; and much more. Plus, the second person receives a 50% discount on the room rates! Contact your Virtuoso travel advisor for room rates. Available through August 29, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | Authentic Spain, with First-Class Rail Travel
Gaze at Gaudi masterpieces in Barcelona, savor tapas and the chic social scene of Madrid and get into Flamenco in Seville. Avanti Destinations immerses independent travelers in the life, music and art that define this romantic country. This eight-night tour includes a $100 discount per couple, private tours of each city, first-class rail travel, breakfast daily and more. Virtuoso rates FROM $2,135 per person. Available through July 30, 2012 © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | Discover Beautiful, Dynamic Washington D.C.
Steps from the Smithsonian on the historic National Mall, Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C. offers the city's only AAA Five-Diamond-rated CityZen restaurant, Forbes Four-Star spa, Tai Pan Club rooms with stellar water and monument views, and outstanding service. Enjoy breakfast daily, $100 food & beverage credit, two tickets to the International Spy Museum and a signature welcome amenity. Virtuoso rates FROM $295 per night. Available June 30 - September 5, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | Gratis 3rd Night in Turks & Caicos
Dreamy Caribbean experiences come to life at renowned Grace Bay Club, named one of the best hotels in the world in 2011. This decadent, oceanfront home-away-from-home pampers guests with a third night free; a $100 resort credit; champagne and fruit upon arrival; a room upgrade, if available; and breakfast daily. You're guaranteed to become a repeat customer! Contact your Virtuoso travel advisor for rates. Available May 28 – August 28, 2012; book by July 28, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | Hello, Hawaii: Call for 4th Night Free!
As genteel a resort as they come on the Big Island's Kohala Coast, The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii is offering your fourth night free when you book a suite this summer. Savor the sense of place afforded by 32 acres of sugar-white sandy lagoon, swaying palm trees and ocean breezes, complemented by a world-class spa and five restaurants. Virtuoso rates FROM $859 per room, per night, double occupancy. Available June 1 – August 31, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. | 
 | Summer Specials in St. Lucia
When you book a Sky Jacuzzi Suite or a Star or Moon Infinity Pool Sanctuary at St. Lucia's Jade Mountain resort, you'll receive your fourth and seventh nights free. And, if you pre-book your meal plan, you'll receive the same meal plan free on those complimentary nights. The fourth wall of your sanctuary is open to sweeping ocean views, while allowing complete privacy. Virtuoso rates FROM $950 per night. Available July 15 – October 15, 2012; book by May 31, 2012. © 2012 Virtuoso, LTD. |
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May is Cruise Month!
Book your cruise with us and you'll have access to exclusive offers such as Voyager Club® amenities, shipboard credits, complimentary spa treatments, dinner for two - and more! Whether you prefer a small intimate ship or one with all the amenities, unpack once then watch the world from your balcony!
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 The best things in life are free, and the best experiences, shared.
Available only to those who book their cruise through a Virtuoso affiliated travel agency, for more than 20 years the Voyager Club program has offered complimentary benefits aboard the world’s finest ships on hundreds of annual departures.
Dedicated Onboard Host Onboard your cruise, you’ll be greeted by a dedicated Virtuoso Voyager Club host. Committed to ensuring that you thoroughly enjoy your cruise, your host will be available to you throughout your sailing to answer any questions you may have, and to ensure everything goes smoothly. Additionally, your host will introduce you to other Voyager Club passengers whom you’ll meet at the exclusive Voyager Club welcome aboard cocktail reception.
Welcome Aboard Reception Once onboard, you’ll be invited to attend a private cocktail reception planned exclusively for you and your fellow Virtuoso Voyager Club participants. Your onboard host attends to every detail, and will make introductions. As everyone begins to get to know one another, you’ll ease into your cruise, and sense an easy camaraderie developing.
Camaraderie of Fellow Cruisers Even if you’re sailing with family or friends, building such wonderful memories with other like-minded travelers adds an unexpected extra to your cruise. After you share a few great meals, and experience a phenomenal shore excursion together, you might just realize you’ve become friends.
Exclusive Shore Excursion With our worldwide contacts, Virtuoso plans exclusive shore events especially for Voyager Club guests. Whether immersing yourself in the local culture, or enjoying VIP access to closed-to-the-public venues and experiences, your shore event will likely be the highlight of your sailing. Ask your Virtuoso travel advisor for details about full-day events, or alternatives to these like a special gift or shipboard credit on select dates.

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Sail Away on a Cruise That Takes Your Breath Away! “It’s the ultimate!” We hear those words a lot — and you’re sure to declare them too after setting sail on one of these breathtaking cruise vacations. From family romps in Europe to elegant forays in the Far East, this catalog is filled with exclusive adventures at sea. You’ll also find five-star stays in popular ports of call, along with Advisor Tips that give you the insider scoop on the best staterooms, onboard venues and activities ashore.
 Before and After Explore the Acropolis of Athens before cruising the Greek Isles, spend time in the Big Apple after viewing New England’s fall colors, or set your own itinerary aboard Sir Richard Branson’s private catamaran.
Small Ship, Big Excitement Whether yachting across the Sea of Cortés or river cruising through the French countryside, you’ll enjoy amenities such as all-inclusive shore excursions, complimentary watersports and even dinner at a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Large Ship, Extraordinary Amusements Sailing everywhere from Ensenada to Egypt, and offering every amenity imaginable – including Rosetta Stone language lessons, Zumba fitness classes, cool ice bars and hot glass shows – these ships offer distinctive enjoyment.
Read the complete Ultimate Cruisting Catalog today!
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Virtuoso Traveler - Welcoming You to the World of Virtuoso
Find authentic adventures in the April issue of Virtuoso Traveler. From Kenya to the Galápagos you’ll find tempting trips to add to, and scratch off of, your bucket list. Or, if you’re looking for something more leisurely, how does a luxurious rail adventure sound? Travel through the Swiss Alps, Scottish Highlands or South Africa’s Great Karoo, among others. Or wind down with a relaxing spa retreat in Italy, Hong Kong or the Caribbean. Whichever path you decide to forge, or follow this summer, your Virtuoso travel advisor is certain to have you covered each step of the way.
Authentic Adventures Issue April 2012
In this issue:
Spa Retreats: Relax, recharge, and renew your spirit with these Virtuoso exclusive wellness retreats in Italy, Hong Kong, and the Caribbean.
Antarctica or Alaska: Two cruise expeditions for two budgets.
My Oh Maya: As the Mayan long–count calendar concludes its 5,125-year cycle, we show you how to experience the 2012 phenomenon in style.
Travel on Track: From the Swiss Alps to the Australian Outback, get on board our favorite rail journeys.
Why Do It Yourself: How one travel advisor crafted an epic, month-long honeymoon.
VIRTUOSO TRAVELER introduces you to the luxurious world of Virtuoso — one that grants exclusive access to unique travel opportunities and expert advice available only through Virtuoso’s premiere network of global travel specialists. See the full current edition!
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