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Dreaming of Tahiti? Make your Dreams a reality NOW!

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The 332 guest m/s Paul Gauguin is now on sale. At the end of the year, Paul Gauguin will end its partnership with Regent Seven Seas Cruise Line and operate separately under Paul Gauguin Cruises.

Plan to cruise on Paul Gauguin select dates this August or September and save big. Or, plan on booking your cruise for 2010 and receive early bird savings if reserved before July 31st.

Other booking incentives include Free or two-for-one Round trip air between Los Angeles and Papeete, and a possible $250 Shipboard Credit.

The award-winning Paul Gauguin was specifically built to sail the waters of Tahiti. Its' small size and on-board water platform allows guests to make the most of this enchanting group of islands.

It offers all inclusive pricing with relaxed luxury and superb service.
Dreaming about Tahiti can become a reality. Book a cruise aboard the Paul Gauguin today!

Want to try Sea Dream? NOW is the time to act!

Sea Dream II
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Sea Dream Yacht Club just released some fabulous new prices for Fall 2009! If prices have been holding you back from trying this incredible little ship, now is the time to book!

Starting at $1,499 per person base fare, you can find yourself aboard
Sea Dream for a 5 day luxurious vacation plying the gorgeous waters of the Caribbean. Several sailings to select from for these reduced prices!!!

Remember - Sea Dream has many extras that the regular cruise ships can't touch ...... cushy outdoor lounge chairs, outdoor dining, COMPLEMENTARY jet skiing, and sail boating, and the flexibility to change course, and anchor at remote ports of call.

Sea Dream is all inclusive, and does not charge extra for alcoholic beverages, gratuities, and some shore excursions. It is difficult to describe how incredible the Sea Dream experience is until you sail, but it truly is worth every dollar! According to my husband, this is the best cruise he has ever been on, and he is not alone in his thoughts.

Another recent Sea Dream cruiser was quoted as saying, "Our first experience on Sea Dream has been one of our most memorable voyages ever. It has surpassed all of our expectations."

I highly recommend sailing on Sea Dream - it is truly a one of a kind ship!

Two for one savings... Free air .... Free shore excursions... $1,000 onboard ship credit ....

Sound too good to be true?
Due to the economic downturn, and the doom and gloom media frenzy, luxury cruise lines are focusing in on new strategies to keep their ships sailing, and they are succeeding. NOW is the time to book that special cruise vacation you've always wanted to take! You'll get the best value-laden vacation for your money, plus an incredible experience that comes from sailing on one of these over-the-top cruise lines!

While it is true the luxury liners will still cost you a bit more "initially" than main stream cruise lines, you will be rewarded with all the good things the more upscale lines can offer you... incredible food and service, longer times in port, more personalized, culturally enriched shore excursions, to name a few. Plus, the promotions for free air, free shore excursions, and extra on-board ship credits are truly unbeatable. Several luxury lines are offering incredible perks right now just for booking with them.

Since sailing on two of these luxury lines (Regent Seven Seas and Sea Dream), I can personally vouch for the incomparable differences between these smaller vessels and their larger counterparts. The value and extra pampering you get on the more luxury liners will be unlike anything you have ever experienced before. Take advantage of these special booking incentives now and see why the luxury lines truly are worth the price you pay. Trust me... they are!

Sea Dream Featured in Conde Nast Traveler

My byline isn't on the Sea Dream article published in the latest copy of Conde Nast Traveler magazine, but I'm still glad the article was published. It was written by a contributing editor of the magazine, and does a good job of capturing the essence of Sea Dream, and how it differs from other "cruise ships". Writer Adam Platt, sites several examples of Sea Dream's incredible service, of which, I myself, can attest.

The Sea Dream staff is extraordinary in every way. Two of my own personal examples of exemplary service are the following..... after a brief rain shower passed over the ship one afternoon,  my husband and I went outside to sit on some abandoned chaise lounges. The cushions had already been removed to keep from getting wet, and we were sitting on the bare wood. A waiter noticed us, and quickly approached with apologies, and a pile of towels. He insisted that we allow him to wipe off the loungers, and then layer several others towels on top of each other so that we could rest comfortably on the wooden slatted chairs..... and then he asked us if we would like anything to drink! ....

and here's another one..... the first day we went to breakfast, I asked the waiter if I could have some Bailey's to mix with my coffee. A few  moments later, a small pitcher filled to the brim with Bailey's was brought to our table with a smile. The next morning as we entered the upstairs, outside, dining room, I was greeted by a waiter who quickly reassured me that my Bailey's would be on the table very shortly. (I wasn't even planning to have Bailey's every day, but who can refuse such service?).... on the third morning, Bailey's in a little pitcher was brought to our table as soon as we sat down. Wow! You will be spoiled on a Sea Dream cruise.. but why would anyone object? Reading Plott's article makes me want to sail again .. Sea Dream really IS a different cruising experience, one that I would highly recommend..... Bailey's anyone?

Sea Dream vs. the BIG cruise experience

Sea Dream vs. the BIG cruise experience
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Sea Dream Yacht Club vs. Norwegian Jewel...

110 passengers               vs. 2,376 passengers

Free beverages (including unlimited alcohol)
                                      vs. charged per drink

Paid gratuities                vs. $12 per person per day

Gourmet dining included - ALL meals
                                      vs. Pay for specialty restaurants

Multi-jet shower with Bvlgari bath products
                                      vs. regular shower

Complimentary water sports off the back of the ship
(including jetskis, kayaks, and sunfish)
                                    vs. Paid shore excursions

Ability to dock/anchor in small ports
                                    vs. No flexibility

Flexible port schedules (sometimes late at night)
                                    vs. mandatory timed departures

Personalized yachting experience
                                    vs. Big cruise ship experience

The list could go on and on - Sea Dream must be experienced to understand the incredible differences!

Regent Seven Seas Navigator

The Regent Seven Seas Navigator is one of four ships operating under Regent Seven Seas. Formerly known as Radisson Seven Seas. The Navigator is one of their smaller ships ... catering to only 490 passengers.
Our cruise roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale, was from Jan. 26th thru Feb. 6th. Great trip - great ship - A review is coming soon.

Sea Dream is a Dream Come True

Our ship was to sail in three days, so my husband and I took advantage of the extra time to explore St. Martin. I was intrigued that the island was half French and half Dutch, and we enjoyed visiting what seemed to be two different countries. We would have loved to stay longer, but we had limited time this trip. On February 26th, we
were to embark on a very special cruise.

As the taxi dropped us off at the port in Galisbay and I saw our ship, the Sea Dream II, I knew this was going to be different from any other cruise we had ever been on. There were no lines of people waiting to board, and as we walked up the gangway, we were offered a glass of champagne and personally greeted by the ship’s captain and several of his officers.