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Red Sea Cruises
Sunday, September 25th, 2011
Red Sea Cruises
When you think “cruise”, the Red Sea may not be the first thing that pops into your head. But this small stretch of ocean is known around the world for its crystal clear water, unspoiled beaches, and vast array of marine life.
This combined with the chance to experience some of the most interesting and beautiful archeological treasures of the world make Red Sea cruises a great choice for a Cruise Holiday. What better way to get away from the cold and dreary winter weather than to soak up the warm winter sun in the Red Sea plus take in some of the world’s most fascinating historical sites.
The Red Sea at the north forms the Sinai Peninsula and extends 1000 miles south to hook up with the Indian Ocean near Yemen. This little bit of paradise offers things like the resort towns of El Gouna and Eliat and great scuba diving at Dahab and Sharm el Sheikh. The Sudan is known for its many reefs that are perfect for snorkeling.
When not enjoying the beaches and the ocean you can visit the monuments of the Nile Valley like the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx and the amazing ancient city of Petra in Jordan, one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. Petra was reference in the Dead Sea Scrolls and discovered again in 1812.
The cruise lines that offer Red Sea cruises are Costa Cruises, Voyages of Discovery, Regent Seven Seas and Thomson Cruises. You can fly into places like Cairo and begin your Cruise From there or book a longer cruise that begins in the UK. Some of the cruises are even cruise and stay cruises that include overnight stays along the way and at the end of your cruise and include more excursions at these spots.
An example itinerary for Red Sea cruises might begin in Cairo and end in Amman, Jordan. Ports of call and excursions along the way may include:
· A full one-day excursion from Ein El Sokhna in Egypt to the Monasteries of Anthony and St. Paul. They are located in the Arab Desert between the Nile and the Red Sea. They are two of the oldest monasteries in Egypt.
· After a day of cruising, a port call at Safaga allows for time to visit Luxor and the Karnak Temples and the famous Luxor Temple. This excursion usually includes a night’s stay in Luxor before returning to your ship.
· In Sharm El Sheikh there are more visits to ancient and fascinating monasteries on the itinerary on one day and then a day of swimming and snorkeling the next.
· The cruise disembarks in Aqaba, Jordan with a three-day stay to enjoy jeep excursions; a trip to see a Bedouin village; and a long excursion to Petra to explore the ancient city and its Roman structures like the Theater, Tombs, and the Courthouse.
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Red Sea Cruises article by Alicia Chewe
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Bhaya Cruises $278.11 Bhaya Cruises is located near the beach in Halong’s Bai Chay neighborhood. Hotel Features. This Halong hotel has a private beach. Bhaya Cruises’s restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge is open for drinks. The hotel serves a complimentary hot and cold buffet breakfast. Recreational amenities include a waterpark. Also located on site are a health club and a spa tub. Spa amenities include spa services, massage/treatment rooms, facials, and body treatments. This 4 star property offers small meeting rooms, a meeting/conference room, and technology support staff. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas. The property has a train station pick up service, which is complimentary. Wedding services, limo/town car service, and tour/ticket assistance are available. Other property amenities at this Art Deco property include a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/caf?, and barbecue grills. This is a smoke free property. A total renovation of this property was completed in September 2009. Guestrooms. 60 air conditioned guestrooms at Bhaya Cruises feature ceiling fans and windows that open. Rooms are all accessible via exterior corridors. Accommodations offer sea views. Beds come with pillowtop mattresses and premium bedding. Rooms are individually decorated and furnished. Bathrooms feature showers with handheld showerheads. They also offer makeup/shaving mirrors, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. In addition to desks and complimentary newspapers, guestrooms offer phones. Also included are blackout drapes/curtains and welcome amenities. Guests may request in room massages, irons/ironing boards, and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is offered and housekeeping is available daily. Guestrooms are all non smoking. Notifications:Under Vietnamese law, a guest who is not a Vietnamese citizen cannot share a room with a Vietnamese citizen without proof of marriage to each other. Otherwise, a second room must be booked. Guests must transfer to the property via required shuttle and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. There are no room charges for children 5 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding. No onsite parking is available. No pets, including service animals, are allowed at this property. Notifications:Under Vietnamese law, a guest who is not a Vietnamese citizen cannot share a room with a Vietnamese citizen without proof of marriage to each other. Otherwise, a second room must be booked. Guests must transfer to the property via required shuttle and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. There are no room charges for children 5 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding. No onsite parking is available. No pets, i |
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Emeraude Classic Cruises $349.09 Emeraude Classic Cruises is located near the beach in Halong’s Bai Chay neighborhood. Hotel Features. Emeraude Classic Cruises’s restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge is open for drinks. The hotel serves a complimentary buffet breakfast each morning in the restaurant. Guests can enjoy a complimentary reception on select days. Spa amenities include spa services, facials, and body treatments. A total renovation of this property was completed in June 2010. Guestrooms. 37 air conditioned guestrooms at Emeraude Classic Cruises feature complimentary bottled water and welcome amenities. Rooms are all accessible via exterior corridors. Balconies offer sea views. Bathrooms feature showers with handheld showerheads. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Guests may request in room massages, irons/ironing boards, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is available daily. Guestrooms are all non smoking. Notifications:Under Vietnamese law, a guest who is not a Vietnamese citizen cannot share a room with a Vietnamese citizen without proof of marriage to each other. Otherwise, a second room must be booked. A resort fee is included in the total price displayed All guests staying in hotel guestrooms must be registered with the hotel. No pets, including service animals, are allowed at this property. Notifications:Under Vietnamese law, a guest who is not a Vietnamese citizen cannot share a room with a Vietnamese citizen without proof of marriage to each other. Otherwise, a second room must be booked. A resort fee is included in the total price displayed All guests staying in hotel guestrooms must be registered with the hotel. No pets, including service animals, are allowed at this property. |
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Red Sea deco sea shells $2.64 Red Sea deco sea shells |
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RED SEA LG SERITOPORA RED $21.32 RED SEA LG SERITOPORA RED |
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.Red Sea crystal base red $2.13 .Red Sea crystal base red |
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Cruises $30.85 No Synopsis Available |
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Red Sea BOOST 100ML $5.26 Red Sea BOOST 100ML |
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Red Sea AQUAPURE 100ML $5.18 Red Sea AQUAPURE 100ML |
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Red Sea NITROBAC 100ML $8.17 Red Sea NITROBAC 100ML |
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Red Sea prism impeller $12.3 Red Sea prism impeller |
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Red Sea berlin Impeller $18.46 Red Sea berlin Impeller |
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Red Sea CO2 INDICATOR $11.85 Red Sea CO2 INDICATOR |
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Red Sea aquavase harmony $25.52 Red Sea aquavase harmony |
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Scenic Cruises in Greece: Onassis Cruise $49 Set out on a scenic cruise in the Ionian Sea on board the stylish Ikaros, visit three islands in one day and be fascinated by the stories each holds. Skorpios is the private island and home to the famous Onassis family. A small portion of the shoreline has been set aside for visitors and you can enjoy a refreshing swim here.See the lush green mountainous landscape of Lefkas, considered the Jewel of the Ionian islands. It is the only island linked to mainland Greece by a swing bridge. Explore its cosmopolitan resort, Nydri, and enjoy some free time here. The secluded and beautifully unspoilt island of Meganissi offers excellent photo opportunities. With its sandy bays enclosed by wooded hillsides, it is a photographers paradise. Relax on board while learning of the history of the Papanikolis cave where submarines once were hidden during the war.This cruise is the perfect way to see some of the greatest sights of the Ionian Islands. |
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Spirit Dinner Cruises $103 Spirit Dinner Cruises |
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Red Sea berlin turbo wat.pump $96.33 Red Sea berlin turbo wat.pump |
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Red Sea prizm delux hang.skimmer $125.28 Red Sea prizm delux hang.skimmer |
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Red Sea reef salt 50gal $61.45 Red Sea reef salt 50gal |
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.Red Sea reef salt 200gal $70.75 .Red Sea reef salt 200gal |
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Red Sea deco stones purple $2.28 Red Sea deco stones purple |
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Red Sea CO2 REACTOR 500 $47.18 Red Sea CO2 REACTOR 500 |
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Red Sea CO2 PAINTBALL CYLINDER $59.24 Red Sea CO2 PAINTBALL CYLINDER |
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Red Sea saltwater master lab $40.43 Red Sea saltwater master lab |
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Red Sea freshwater master lab $15.76 Red Sea freshwater master lab |
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.Red Sea HYDROMETER W/THERM $10.91 .Red Sea HYDROMETER W/THERM |
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TLF SEA VEG-RED .4OZ $4.69 TLF SEA VEG-RED .4OZ |
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Red Sea berlin turbo impeller $18.46 Red Sea berlin turbo impeller |
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Red Sea CO2 BUBBLE COUNTER $23.39 Red Sea CO2 BUBBLE COUNTER |
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.Red Sea CO2 REFILL PACK $7.07 .Red Sea CO2 REFILL PACK |
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Red Sea CO2 INDICATOR REFILL $5.47 Red Sea CO2 INDICATOR REFILL |
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RED SEA LG SERITOPORA GREEN $21.32 RED SEA LG SERITOPORA GREEN |
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RED SEA PARACURE 3.38OZ 100ML $5.14 RED SEA PARACURE 3.38OZ 100ML |
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Red Sea CO2 CONTROL VALVE $92.27 Red Sea CO2 CONTROL VALVE |
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Red Sea CO2 NEEDLE VALVE $48.68 Red Sea CO2 NEEDLE VALVE |
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Red Sea BERLIN AIRSTONE 3pack $7.55 Red Sea BERLIN AIRSTONE 3pack |
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RED SEA MAX CARBON MEDIA $12.6 RED SEA MAX CARBON MEDIA |
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RED SEA MAX BIO MEDIA $8.06 RED SEA MAX BIO MEDIA |
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.Red Sea CARTRIDGE 4pack – NANO $3.85 .Red Sea CARTRIDGE 4pack – NANO |
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.Red Sea crystal base pink $1.82 .Red Sea crystal base pink |
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Red Sea crystal base coral $2.13 Red Sea crystal base coral |
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Red Sea crystal base yellow $2.13 Red Sea crystal base yellow |
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.Red Sea crystal base l.blue $2.13 .Red Sea crystal base l.blue |
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Circle Line Cruises – The Beast $24 Circle line sightseeing cruises the beast! |
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RED SEA DECO LG STYLOPHORA RED $17.56 RED SEA DECO LG STYLOPHORA RED |
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RED SEA DECO LG ACROPORA RED $17.56 RED SEA DECO LG ACROPORA RED |
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RED SEA DECO MD ACROPORA RED $9.2 RED SEA DECO MD ACROPORA RED |
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RED SEA LG ACROPORA COLONY RED $21.16 RED SEA LG ACROPORA COLONY RED |
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RED SEA XL ACROPORA COLONY RED $21.16 RED SEA XL ACROPORA COLONY RED |
