Discounts, perks on RSSC Pacific Cruises

Exotic travel on a luxurious ship is never cheap, but you can stretch your dollar farther with new promotions from Regent Seven Seas. Cruise the Pacific on three Seven Seas Mariner voyages this fall, ranging in length from 14 to 19 nights, and you’ll receive two-for-one savings, free economy airfare (or $999 business-class air upgrades) and complimentary shore excursions. Fares start at $5,995 per person for a 301-square-foot suite with balcony, and include all beverages and gratuities, in addition to the free excursions and airfare. That means, with the exception of spa treatments, souvenirs, and pre- or post-cruise hotel stays, pretty much all of your travel expenses will be covered in your cruise fare. Considering that one-way airfare to Asia and Australia can be very pricey, this promotion represents good value — even if your up-front costs are high. You must book by May 31, 2009.

7-Night Mediterranean Cruise on Odyssey from $2,749

Enjoy a seven-night luxury vacation to Greece and Turkey onboard Seabourn’s newest and largest ship, Seabourn Odyssey. The first luxury new-build to debut in six years will carry 450 passengers and feature a two-deck, 11,400 square foot spa and course-by-course balcony dining on real verandahs (rather than French balconies). Fares for the ship’s maiden European season are not even outrageously expensive, with prices starting at $2,749 per person for a spacious 277-square-foot window suite. You’ll also receive free drinks throughout the ship and included gratuities, and enjoy a high level of service and cuisine.

7-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise from $2,917

If you’re looking for a warm-weather getaway this fall, why not splurge on a luxurious seven-night Southern Caribbean cruise onboard Silversea’s Silver Shadow? Sailing roundtrip from Barbados, the ship calls at five exotic islands, including lush St. Lucia, exclusive St. Barth’s and secluded Bequia. You’ll be pampered onshore with warm sun and soft sand, as well as onboard with Silversea’s outstanding service. Fares start at $2,917 per person, which, while not cheap, is a decent price for an expensive luxury line like Silversea.

7-Night Alaska Cruise from $429

Sail this Inside Passage itinerary in Alaska starting from $429 per person. Join the crew of Norwegian Sun for a casual and relaxed cruise that sails roundtrip from Vancouver — several departures between May 3 and September 6, 2009 are available. Alaska fares are very affordable this season, and this offer is no exception — it starts at just $54 per night. Your itinerary includes calls in Ketchikan, Juneau and Skagway, plus a day cruising the Inside Passage to catch a glimpse of Alaska’s trademark calving glaciers. Be on the lookout for wildlife — bears fishing for salmon and groups of humpback whales and orcas are sure to be spotted.

9-Night Central America Exploration from $3,999

Cruise West, a line that provides exploratory cruise travel experiences for its guests, is offering a total of 14 nine-night cruises aboard Pacific Explorer starting from $3,999. A full transit through the Panama Canal, is one highlight of this special cruise, but there will be many others as well. Witness performances by the Kuna Indians in Portobelo and mingle with the Embera people in the jungle, who have a knack for tattooing themselves with ink made from fruit. This Between Two Seas cruise will certainly be a cultural tour like no other. Book and pay for your cruise in full, and you could save anywhere from $350 to $1,200 per cabin, depending on departure date.

6-Night Costa Rica Exploration Cruise from $2,799

Cruise West, a line that’s notorious for providing travel experiences that focus on the scenery, wildlife, natural history and culture of the destinations visited, is offering a couple of fantastic six-night cruises aboard Pacific Explorer starting from $2,799. Dig in and discover Cocos Island, located a few hundred miles off of Costa Rica’s west coast. You’ll have three days to explore the island by guided walks, Zodiac tours, snorkeling and kayaking. Plus, book and pay for your cruise in full, and you could save up to $1,200 per cabin.

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from $2,750

If you’re tired of the same old Caribbean cruises, try a seven-night Western Caribbean sailing on Seven Seas Navigator. Instead of Jamaica and Grand Cayman, the ship will head to Central America for calls in Mexico, Belize and Guatemala (with a visit to Key West on the way back). Plus, sea days are twice as nice when you’re cruising on a luxury ship like Seven Seas Navigator with all open-bar, minimal crowds and spacious suites (90 percent have balconies). Fares start at $2,750 per person — $400 a night is definitely pricey, but we’ve seen plenty of Regent cruises with much higher nightly rates.

10-Night Western Mediterranean Cruise from $2,049

How do you see as much as possible in one 10-night cruise? Skip the sea days. Oceania is offering a Western Mediterranean cruise on Insignia, sailing from Barcelona to Rome, that features 11 ports in 11 days (counting embarkation and debarkation cities). You may be exhausted at the end of your journey, but you’ll get to see plenty of cities in Spain, France, Monaco and Italy. Fares start at $2,049 per person for an inside cabin, which at $205 per night is a pretty good price for this deluxe line.

12-Night Western Mediterranean Balcony from $2,170

Sail for 12 nights and experience Europe in a unique way. This particular sailing allows passengers to do some in-depth exploration of two port cities due to overnight visits. Legend of the Seas will cruise roundtrip from Rome and visit Portofino, Sicily, Dubrovnik and Naples for normal port days. But when you pull into Florence and Rome make sure to research a few of the best things to do, because you’ll be staying the night in both ports. Balcony cabins start at just $2,170 per person, which is more than $200 off the advertised price at other outlets. Plus, when you book with Cruise Marketplace, you’ll receive $75 onboard credit per stateroom to spend on the ship.

7-Night MSC Europe Cruises – Balconies from $999

MSC has recently extended this offer to May 31, 2009. Book a balcony cabin on select seven-night Mediterranean cruises for only $999 per person — a great price for the freedom, not to mention the beautiful views you’ll take in, of a stateroom with a verandah. This offer is valid on select sailings on MSC Poesia and MSC Musica, which both sail Eastern Mediterranean itineraries; MSC Orchestra, which sails the Baltic; and MSC Splendida and MSC Fantasia, the lines newest ships which are sailing Western Mediterranean itineraries. Take advantage of this affordable balcony rate while space is available, and keep in mind that kids 17 and younger sail free — which would make for a nice summer vacation for the whole family.

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