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Cruise Line Description Recommended Guests Key Features & Benefits Ship Capacity Destinations
CONTEMPORARY COLLECTION
Royal Carribbean Cruises
The world's youngest, freshest and most innovative cruise fleet. So why not climb mountains at sea, ice skate on the equator, or sunbathe past glaciers? We've pushed the boundaries of imagination and innovation. On a cruise with us you're free to do as much, or as little as you like. Our fleet of 22 ships appeal to anyone:
  • First time cruisers
  • Couples and singles in their 30's 50's
  • Families
  • Empty nesters
  • Repeat cruisers
  • Honeymooners / Anniversaries / Special Occasions
  • Active/sporty guests
  • Exciting onboard activities including the unique FlowRider®, our onboard surf park, Rock-Climbing Wall and Ice-Skating Rink and our first ever Zip Wire on Oasis/ Allure of the Seas
  • Award-winning Adventure Ocean Youth Programme to entertain and take care of children from 6 months* to 17 years
  • A choice of elegant and casual dining options for all occasions
  • Unrivalled entertainment
  • Partnerships with Dreamworks and Starbucks on certain ships
 Oasis Class - 5402 guests Freedom Class - 3634 guests
Voyager Class - 3114 guests
Sovereign Class- 2744- 2852 guests
Radiance Class - 2501 guests
Vision Class - 2076 - 2446 guests
The guest to staff ratio across the fleet is approximately 3:1		 More than 290 destinations are on offer: Alaska; Asia; Australia; New Zealand; Caribbean; Europe; Mediterranean South America; North America; South Pacific Transatlantic; Dubai; Panama Canal.
Celebrity Cruises
We take you back to the golden age of cruising by capturing the very best aspects of classic, elegant cruising and updating them to reflect current lifestyles. Every moment exemplifies our tradition of impeccable service and comfortable sophistication
  • Experienced cruisers
  • 55 +, empty nesters
  • Enjoy high standards of service
  • Traditional in outlook and values
  • Looking for memorable experiences
  • Want to be surrounded by like-minded people
  • Sleek and contemporary
  • European inspired
  • World-class Elemis® AquaSpaTM
  • Martini Ice Bar - Century and Solstice Class
  • Inspiring Talks
  • Glass blowing studio (Solstice class)
  • The Lawn Club (Solstice class)
  • State-of-the-art Day Spa & Fitness Centre on every ship
 Solstice Class - 2850 guests Millennium Class- 2034 - 2046 guests Century Class- 1814 - 1894 guests Xpedition Class - 98 guests Guest to Staff ratio 2:1 Alaska; Asia; Australia Caribbean; Canada/New England; Europe; Galapagos, New Zealand South America Transatlantic
RIVER CRUISING
AmaWaterways
The finest river cruise holidays on the world's greatest rivers. An ever-expanding fleet of luxurious, newly built customdesigned vessels providing a unique boutique experience. Innovative itineraries and caring personalised service
  • Want to be immersed in a cultural experience
  • Looking for a more personal cruise experience
  • Has experienced land tours, but wants an easier travel experience
  • Perfect balance of activity and relaxation
  • Luxurious cruise accommodations in an outside stateroom - most with French balconies (Twin Balconies on select vessels)
  • Gourmet dining including complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks at dinner
  • State-of-the-art Infotainment System featuring free Internet access, free Hollywood movies and more
  • Life enriching tours and excursions daily with personal headset included
  • Special highlights including lectures, theme dinners, cooking demonstration, onboard music performances and afternoon/evening piano music
  • Complimentary bicycles with guided bike tours
  • Great value - land and tour package
 AmaDolce, AmaLyra, Ama- Dante, AmaCello, AmaLegro, AmaDagio - 148/150 guests AmaBella, AmaVerde - 161 guests AmaCerto - 164 Guests AmaKatarina - 212 Guests AmaLotus - 124 guests La Marguerite - 92 guests Europe, Russia, Vietnam and Cambodia
YACHTING & CHARTERS
Variety Cruises
An intimate line, offering small ships, attentive service and life-enriching journeys for the inquisitive mind. For special anniversaries, family reunions, special interest cruises for friends or a cruise for guests with same love for arts, fine food and wines, architecture or history. For couples who want to explore at a relaxed pace. A destination-focused journey that is enhanced by Cruise Leaders, excursions in small numbers and docking location right in the heart of the port visited. Port overnights, casual and relaxing experience with half board dining to allow guests to dine on the islands. Harmony G - 46 guests Panorama - 54 guests Galileo - 66 guests Harmony V - 46 guests Pegasus - 49 guests Voyager - 58 guests Halis Temel - 72 guests Greece and The Greek Islands, Turkey, West Africa, Black Sea, Adriatic, South Italy and Malta, France and Italy, Arabian Gulf
SeaDream Yacht Club
A family owned company providing a casual yachting experience. For couples and singles who wish to explore the worlds yachting playgrounds in casual style but with 5-star service A casual, yet 5-star yachting experience that encapsulates the very best that yachting has to offer. Ideal for executive charters and group bookings. SeaDream 1 - 112 guests SeaDream 2 - 112 guests Caribbean, Mediterranean, Transatlantic, Amazon.
LUXURY PORTFOLIO
Crystal Cruises
World's best large cruise line for a record number of years
  • Six star refined service
  • Suitable for guests who like the option of more onboard facilities than smaller ships can offer
  • Unsurpassed onboard Lifestyle &
  • Enrichment programme
  • 50+ Affluent, retired, well-travelled guests
  • Repeat guest rate of over 50% and guest satisfaction ratings of 98%, support their excellent reputation
  • Semi-retired
 Themed cruises e.g. Golf; Mind, Body, Spirit; Classical Music; Big Band; Food & Wine; Ballroom Dance
  • Ambassador Host programme
  • Computer University@Sea
  • Creative Learning Institute
  • Cuisine by Nobu Matsuhisa & Piero Salvaggio
  • Complimentary early embarkation with champagne
  • All-Inclusive Cruises Crystal Symphony 19 March 2012, Crystal Serenity 8 May 2012
  • Online reservation of spa appointments, enrichment classes and Crystal Adventures®
  • Multiple overnight calls on most sailings
 Serenity - 1080 guests Symphony - 940 guests
Highest guest to staff ratio (0:6)		 Alaska, Asia, Australia/New Zealand, Caribbean, Hawaii and South Pacific, Mediterranean, Mexican Riviera, Middle East, New England & Canada, Northern Europe, Pacific Coast, Panama Canal, South-America, Trans-Ocean, World/Grand Cruise
Seabourn
  • All inclusive (including alcohol & gratuities)
    Intimate ships that visit places inaccessible to others.
  • All suite accommodations with impeccable, personalized service.
  • Open-seating restaurant: Dine when, where and with whom you wish.
  • Sophisticated affluent 45+,
  • Frequent guests at exclusive hotels & resorts, that may not necessarily have cruised before.
  • Active, retired professionals
  • Well travelled
  • Enjoy cultural events
  • Tipping neither required nor expected
  • Open bar: Complimentary wines, spirits, fine French champagne, softdrinks and mineral water
  • Course-by-course in-suite dining
  • Shopping with the chef
  • Water sports from the ships unique marina
  • Movies Under the StarsSM
  • Caviar in the Surf®
  • Complimentary on deck Massage MomentsS
 Spirit - 208 guests Pride - 208 guests
Legend - 208 guests
Odyssey - 450 guests
Sojourn - 450 guests
Quest - 450 guests
Guest to Staff ratio: 1:1		 Mediterranean; Northern Europe; Asia; South and Central America; Caribbean; Transatlantic; World Cruises; Arabia; Africa; India; South Pacific; Canada & New England
Azamara Club Cruises
Mediterranean; Northern Europe; Asia; South and Central America; Caribbean; Transatlantic; World Cruises; Arabia; Africa; India; South Pacific; Canada & New England
  • Affluent middle aged couples
  • Professionals and sophisticates of all ages
  • Those who value quality
  • Guests looking for new, exotic & unique destinations
  • Experienced cruisers and travellers
  • Not recommended for children
  • Affluent middle aged couples
  • Professionals and sophisticates of all ages
  • Those who value quality
  • Guests looking for new, exotic & unique destinations
  • Experienced cruisers and travellers
  • Not recommended for children
 Journey - 694 guests Quest - 694 guests Asia; Caribbean; Europe; Panama Canal; South America; Transatlantic
Oceania Cruises
Intimate ships enable you to reach the world's most alluring and exotic destinations which the larger ships cannot access. Along with this level of intimacy goes personal service of the highest standard. No dress code. No formal nights.
  • Professionals
  • Affluent middle aged couples
  • Sophisticates of all ages
  • Those who value quality
  • Not recommended for children
  • Professionals
  • Affluent middle aged couples
  • Sophisticates of all ages
  • Those who value quality
  • Not recommended for children
 Regatta, Insignia, Nautica - 684 guests Marina -1250 guests Riviera - 1250 guests Mediterranean, Greek Isles, Northern Europe, South Pacific, Australia and New Zealand, Canada and New England, Asia, Africa, South-America, Caribbean/ Panama Canal, Transoceanic and Grand Voyages
Year-on-year sales clearly indicate that more and more South Africans are choosing a cruise holiday. And for obvious reasons! Rand-for-Rand, a cruise experience is excellent value for money, especially when combined with competitive airfares. The first step in ensuring you have a happy client is to make absolutely sure that you match their needs to the correct cruise line, and to make this easier for you we have prepared this quick reference guide.
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Reasons to book a cruise
Great Commission!
Your clients visit many destinations but only unpack once
They have a wide choice of onboard activities
The quality and standard of service is much higher than an equivalent land-based resort
Several dining options and world-class entertainment all included
Research shows that people who buy a cruise, do so repeatedly
Fares include all accommodation, meals, entertainment and most activities whilst onboard
Helpful hints in selling a cruise holiday
  • Remember to suggest a cruise holiday upfront, rather than waiting for your client to be the first to ask about cruising.
  • Your clients can visit every land based destination imaginable with pre-purchased shore excursions whilst on their cruise holiday.
  • We have a cruise line within our portfolio to suit the needs of every one of your clients.
  • You can sell a cruise holiday based either on the destinations that the cruise visits, or by the ship that your client will potentially sail upon.
  • Cruising offers a fantastic value for money for clients. Most costs are included upfront, clients unpack once, and get to travel with their "hotel room."
  • The range of onboard activities and shore excursion activities that can be included within a cruise holiday is unbeatable!
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