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Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line announces new 'Micro-Deposits for Micro-Cations' offer

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Written by Teijo Niemelä Teijo Niemelä

Category: Latest offers Latest offers

Published: 20 August 2020 20 August 2020

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line has announced the launch of its new ‘Micro-Deposits for Micro-Cations’ offer, allowing travelers to book future sailings to Grand Bahama Island or Nassau for early 2021 with just a $25 deposit per person. Travelers who take advantage of this offer will enjoy a host of perks, including 10 free drinks, a $50 onboard credit, free WiFi, and kids sail FREE. With the rollout of this new offer, the cruise line is providing yet another tool for travel advisors to create leads for bookings, increase customer spend, and drive revenue.

“Travel advisors have been a huge support system for us during this challenging time, so we are proud to provide a new tool for them to engage with travelers who are ready to make plans to set sail to the Bahamas in 2021,” said Francis Riley, senior vice president, sales, and marketing, of Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line. “Travelers are eager to return to sea, and as the leader in two-night micro-cations, this new offer for early 2021 sailings makes booking with us easier and more affordable than ever.”

As the only cruise line with daily departures from West Palm Beach, Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line lets travelers cruise to either Grand Bahama Island or Nassau while sailing aboard Grand Celebration or Grand Classica. Travelers have access to al fresco dining; full-service spas; interactive kids’ programs; a variety of entertainment options; and the popular Par-a-Dice Casino. Each ship features unique dining venues – all of which exemplify the line’s comfortable luxury appeal – including The Rock Grill, an interactive experience where guests can cook their own meats and veggies on a lava rock and Admiral’s Steak & Seafood, with featured items such as Angus Beef Carpaccio and Peruvian Sea Bass.

In addition to these perks, travelers that choose to set sail with Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line will enjoy a safe and stress-free micro-cation. As the first to receive a “green” status from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the cruise line has implemented a variety of new initiatives to ensure the health and safety of all onboard and ashore. The safety measures include newly enhanced protocols for guest accommodations, common areas, recreational facilities, and dining onboard. A few specific measures include closing two-passenger stateroom decks to reduce crowds, and reducing onboard capacity by 40 percent, as well as requiring guests to social distance from valet parking to terminal check-in.

Travel advisors who wish to take advantage of this new offer and grow their business can start by choosing a date at https://app.bahamasparadisecruise.com/select-date, calling the Global Trade Desk to book space, and visiting www.BookParadise.com <http://www.bookparadise.com/> to download customizable promotional flyers.

SeaDream launches Ultimate Booking Assurance

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Written by Teijo Niemelä Teijo Niemelä

Category: Latest offers Latest offers

Published: 02 August 2020 02 August 2020

SeaDream Yacht Club has released a new booking policy to allow guests to book with confidence during these uncertain times. In a continuously changing international landscape, SeaDream understands that voyages may be affected by travel restrictions. In response tothis, the company has launched a generous booking policy that protects voyages until June 30, 2021.

SeaDream’s new Ultimate Booking Assurance policy guarantees a Full Cash Refund or a 120% Future Voyage Credit for all new bookings departing July 22, 2020 until June 30th, 2021 that may be affected by travel restrictions from country of guest origin. This is by far the best refund guarantee – from a company that has already been fully operational this summer. But to take this even further, should a guest simply not want to travel (for any reason), SeaDream will allow guests to reschedule bookings to a later date. This is possible even if their voyage is not affected by travel restrictions.

“We want to allow our guests to book without being concerned about travel restrictions”, saidSeaDream’s Andreas Brynestad. “We think it is wrong that our guests should take the risk and we are now taking that obstacle away. Our team of industry veterans and expert discussed how we would want to be protected if we were to travel. Atle Brynestad (founder of Seabourn and SeaDream), Bob Lepisto (President), Jos Dewing (UK MD), Kris Endreson (VP Sales US), Jannicke (VP Sales Europe) and I had a quick Teams meeting and it only took us minutes to come up with the best travel protection ever.”

SeaDream is the first luxury line in the world to resume operations since the March 2020 shutdown of international travel. Since resuming operations, SeaDream’s Norwegian voyages have sparked unprecedented success. After the first voyages quickly sold out, SeaDream Yacht Club decided to add SeaDream II to double capacity and meet the overwhelming demand. SeaDream has been preparing to offer an experience better than ever, by rejuvenating their yachts, testing new recipes, and getting all crew members certified in the World Health Organization’s official COVID-19 training course for hygiene procedures and infection management.

The SeaDream experience is known for its personalized, award-winning service, 5-star cuisine, intimate ports and exceptional onboard features such as the Balinese Dream Beds to sleep under the stars and the Watersports Marina complete with water toys for the perfect yachting vacation.

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line launches 'Get Away Again' program

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Written by Teijo Niemelä Teijo Niemelä

Category: Latest offers Latest offers

Published: 30 July 2019 30 July 2019

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line has announced the launch of its all-new ‘Get Away Again’ program – offering an instant $25 onboard credit for each $100 deposit for up to four future two-nights sailings aboard Grand Classica or Grand Celebration. This special incentive program for repeat guests is being introduced as a new tool for travel advisors, offering a lead-generator that helps drive bookings and revenue, as well as customer retention.

“We’re pleased to launch a loyalty offer that simultaneously rewards our repeat cruisers, as well as our travel advisor partners,” Francis Riley, senior vice president, sales and marketing, of Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line. “This program is a terrific overlay to our dynamic onboard programming, which evolves throughout the year to keep travelers engaged, always experiencing something fresh and new. Ultimately, this is a fantastic way for travel advisors to maintain a steady stream of business, encouraging their clients to return to them for future bookings.”

The ‘Get Away Again’ program offers guests an incentive for booking a repeat cruise while still onboard or up to seven days after debarkation. For each $100 deposit made towards a future sailing, guests will instantly receive an onboard credit that can be used immediately, or during a future two-night cruise. The $25 onboard credit per $100 deposit can be used for up to four bookings for up to $150 in onboard credits, or up to $250 for Cruise & Stay deposits, which lets guests extend their island escape at one of four premier resorts and hotels, including Viva Wyndham Fortuna Beach, The Grand Lucayan, Marlin at Taino Beach Resort and Club, and Pelican Bay Hotel. Guests will have one year to select their sailing dates and may use the deposit towards a booking with any other offers available at the time.

Recently named a winner of Cruise Critic’s 2019 Cruisers’ Choice Award for Best Entertainment, Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line is the only provider of two-night cruises to Grand Bahama Island with daily departures from Palm Beach. While sailing to paradise, guests can choose from several fine dining options, including gourmet burgers at The Bull; an intimate, candlelit dining experience at Admiral’s Steak and Seafood; zesty Italian fare at A Slice Above; or experiential, interactive dining at The Rock Grill – which gives guests the opportunity to cook their own meat and seafood dishes on a lava rock.

Each night onboard offers a different experience, with several nightly shows including the popular Celebration Nights and Let’s Dance! Production. Adult cruisers are welcome to cap the night with drinks and laughs during a late-night comedy show while younger travelers can mix and mingle at one of the Dancing Martian’s glow parties.

With commissionable summer offers including the Kids Sail Free and Girls Getaway promotions, as well as exclusive offers for teachers, military members/families, and solo travelers, now is the perfect time for travel advisors to encourage their clients to book a Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line escape.

Cruise and Maritime Voyages presents buy one get one free promo on New Treasures of Southeast Asia cruise program

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Written by Teijo Niemelä Teijo Niemelä

Category: Latest offers Latest offers

Published: 19 June 2019 19 June 2019

Cruise and Maritime Voyages today announced a limited time, “buy one get one free” promotion to celebrate the launch of sales of its new Treasures of Southeast Asia cruise program that will be performed by the newest addition to the line’s fleet, Vasco da Gama. The new 15-day Treasure of Southeast Asia program sails round-trip Singapore and visits exotic destinations in Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, and Cambodia on February 24, 2020.

On this innovative cruise itinerary that takes travelers to discover popular as well as off the beaten path destinations, travelers will be immersed in the rich cultural tapestry of Southeast Asia. As they leave the bright lights of Singapore behind, travelers will sail on to enjoy the bustling markets, dense verdant rainforests, and Orangutan sanctuaries of Kota Kinabalu and Sandakan in Malaysia. Sailing further along, cruisers will marvel at Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City, taking in the area’s spectacular pagodas and incense-infused temples in stark contrast with modern day’s designer malls. Next on this fascinating cruise itinerary, travelers will be spellbound by the crystal-clear waters and pristine beaches in Thailand’s Ko Samui and Cambodia’s Sihanoukville before arriving in Bangkok where they will find a vibrant mix of modern urbanism, fascinating tradition, and diverse flavors. Rounding out this outstanding experience, the cruise sails back to Singapore.

Here are the details at-a-glance and per-person prices, including all taxes and fees:

– 15-night Treasures of Southeast Asia cruise, round-trip Signapore

– Buy One Get One Free promotion – when booked by June 30, 2019

– Sailing onboard the newest addition to CMV’s fleet Vasco da Gama

– Sailing from Monday, February 24 – Monday, March 9, 2020

– $2639 ... interior cabin (BOGO)
– $3299 ... oceanview cabin (BOGO)

https://us.cruiseandmaritime.com/cruise/v016/treasures-of-southeast-asia

This unique voyage will be performed by the newest addition and 6th vessel in CMV’s fleet, Vasco da Gama. The ship has a rich heritage and maritime pedigree and was originally launched in 1994 by Holland America Line as the Statendam. In 2015, the ship undertook a multi-million-pound refurbishment. At 55,820grt and with an impressive space ratio, she will carry about 1220 passengers accommodated in 630 cabins (including 100 singles and 149 balcony suites) and cabins with an 80% ocean view ratio.

In addition to the inspired cruise itinerary and stateroom selected, this splendid world cruise includes delicious full board cuisine; afternoon teas and late night snacks; captain’s Cocktail Party; self-service tea & coffee (6am to 10pm), big show entertainment, cabarets and classical interludes; daytime activities and leisure facilities; porterage of luggage, port to cabin; and port taxes.

To take advantage of early booking rates and onboard credit offer of up to $3,000, book by June 30, 2019.