Lock In Alaska
Nature lovers looking to explore Alaska by sea in 2022 can be guaranteed 2021 rates with Lindblad Expeditions when you book by January 31, 2021. Their 5- to 21-night itineraries range from compact and highly active to in-depth adventures that roam further afield to the heart of Alaska’s epic wilderness. Lindblad has several unique ways to enhance your experience such as hydrophones to listen in on the whales, a video microscope to understand more about sea life, an onboard undersea specialist who captures the amazing marine life, a photography instructor, and more. Their exclusive family program, National Geographic Global Explorers, gives your children the opportunity to learn from certified field educators; plenty of wildlife and nature interaction, and the chance to create amazing storytelling projects through writing, video, photography, and more.
Galapagos Luxury
Silversea’s brand new and first destination-specific ship, Silver Origin, will begin sailing the Galapagos Islands on December 5, 2020. The 100-passenger ship (the maximum allowed in this region) will include a team of Ecuadorian national expert guides, the highest crew-to-guest ratio in the Galapagos, and 8 Zodiacs. Also featured are an observation & stargazing platform, educational lounge, and all-suite accommodations with butler service. The spacious suites feature balconies that can be enclosed, stocked minibars, and some feature ocean-view bathtubs to relish the views! Guided excursions, all meals, most drinks, kayaking, and snorkeling are all included. The ship is also the most environmentally conscious ship Silversea has ever built. Choose from 7- to 11-day sailings now available to book through April 2022! Their latest promotion includes air from Quito to the islands, airport transfers, two-night hotel stay in Quito, and an evening Quito tour.
Small Ship Family Affair
Save 25 percent with Aqua Expeditions when you book three of more inter-connecting suites which are ideal for large families and multi-generational groups. Their intimate and upscale ships feature only 15-20 spacious suites. Interesting and varied itineraries with authentic experiences will engage the whole family as you learn about the unique cultures along the Amazon River in Peru, the Mekong River in Cambodia and Vietnam, and the East Indonesian Archipelago. The group savings is available on all 2020 and 2021 departures when booked by June 30, 2021. If you book by the end of this year, flexible booking conditions will allow for rebooking and postponing your trip for 18 months or to another vessel free of charge.
Florida Yacht Charters
Explore the Gulf Coast of Florida by sea! The Moorings is now offering charted sailings with or without a captain that depart from St. Petersburg. The Gulf Coast’s unique combination of steady winds, year-round sunshine, short passages between seaside towns, secluded anchorages, and fine marinas make for an ideal experience. While the city of St. Petersburg has plenty of attractions, like the world-famous Salvador Dali Museum and the historic Sunken Gardens, there is also plenty to discover in the waters offshore including notable locations like Egmont Key State Park, Tarpon Springs, Clearwater Beach, Captiva Island, and Sanibel Island. Experienced boaters can even make their way down to Key West and the Dry Tortugas. A variety of activities including fishing, dolphin-watching, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding are available. Rent either a catamaran and monohull yacht ranging from 34-52 ft. and with two to four cabins. The boats sail out of the lovely Vinoy Renaissance Resort which you can take advantage of before or after your sailing.
Teen Uniworld
We are excited to note that river cruise line, U by Uniworld, is launching a new teen program. The niche line, which was originally developed to target millennials, normally excludes passengers under age 18. But next year it will showcase six GenZ on U sailings for families with teens 13 and over. Teen amenities and activities on the ship will include a designated teen lounge, karaoke contests, foosball tournaments, camping on the rooftop, trivia nights, and projector-movie nights on the outside deck. Plus choose from a variety of family-friendly excursions to explore and learn about each port you visit. Book now for the best cabin availability for week-long sailings on the Rhine and Danube rivers on select dates in July and August 2021. Rates include your meals, wine and beer at meals, excursions, special activities and more.
Free Air for River Cruise
Emerald Waterways is offering free airfare or a $2,000 discount per double cabin for European 2020 and 2021 river cruises of 8 or more days. Owned by the same company as the luxury line Scenic, Emerald is a more cost efficient option and excellent value for families with children ages 12 and older. Your rate includes all meals, drinks (wine, beer and soda) at lunch and dinner, excursions, bike rentals and tips. Just book by August 31 for the free air promo. There are also reduced deposits ($250/person) and you can change to another sailing prior to final payment without penalty. Choose from sailings on the Danube, Rhone, Rhine, Main, Moselle and Douro rivers for a leisurely way to explore Europe!
Sail Croatia
Eager to get back to Europe? Croatia is now open for American tourists with a negative PCR test not older than 48 hours. One of the best ways to explore this Central European and Mediterranean country is by boat. We can arrange either a private boat charter just for your family or family group or a small ship sailing available in all levels of quality. And surprisingly affordable! Experience more than 3,600 miles of Adriatic coastline, over 1,200 islands of which 48 are inhabited and the famous Dalmatian Coast. We loved our sailing trip in Croatia visiting Dubrovnik, Split and Rovinj…it is quite beautiful, serene and filled with interesting history and culture. Let us create a custom and magical trip.
Nomad on Lake Powell
Looking to explore Lake Powell? This year a brand-new fleet of Nomad Houseboats have been added by Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas. These 50-foot-long, 18-foot-wide boats provide you with better maneuverability and handling; so you can easily access all parts of the lake. The Nomads are an addition to the marina’s already extensive fleet, offering an impressive selection of houseboats to choose from, ranging from the 46-foot Expedition, one of the fleet’s economy options, all the way to the 75-foot Odyssey, a top-of-the-line luxury houseboat. The Nomad, available to rent for 4 to 7 days, has two bedrooms and sleeps up to 10 people. Onboard amenities include a fully functional kitchen, a 48-inch LED television with Blu-ray, spiral tube slide and plenty of living space. For added recreation, you can also rent powerboats for water skiing and wakeboarding, pontoon boats, kayaks and paddle boards. There are also plenty of great hiking trails with incredible desert scenery. If you don’t feel like cooking, you can also find dining options on shore and the resort pool is open. For novice boaters, a houseboat course is available for an added cost prior to taking your boat out.
Explore Ontario’s Canals
Looking for a unique way to explore Canada? The Rideau Canal is one of Ontario’s best kept secrets to navigate by houseboat. Le Boat’s luxury houseboat rentals are built for the novice boater in mind. No previous boating experience or boating license required! The company provides recommended itineraries for a 3 to 5-night short break or a 7 to 10+ night vacation. The canal is a beautiful waterway of private islands, sandy beaches, protected wetlands, peppered with small artisan villages along the way. The 125 miles of continuous waterway stretches from Kingston to Ottawa and is a vast network of lakes, rivers and canals, all connected by a historical lock system. Your boat rental includes a fully equipped kitchen, private en-suite bathrooms with showers in every cabin and a top deck with sunshade and BBQ; a perfect setting to relax or stargaze. Also enjoy fishing, kayaking, biking, swimming, hiking and more along the way. Currently rentals from July-October 2020 are 10% off when booked by the end of June. Boats are thoroughly cleaned at the end of each use and reservations can be canceled up to 48 hours prior to departure for great flexibility. Currently borders are closed through July 21 for driving into Canada, but airports are open.
Star Clipper Offers
Star Clippers is currently booking through 2023 with a variety of promotions and great pricing. Through March 2022, your family can sail the beautiful Caribbean and get two free hotel nights with breakfast to use before or after your sailings from Barbados or St. Maarten along with a one-way airport transfer. Or take a $250 shipboard credit. Holiday sailings are included, but it’s not available on the lowest cabin categories. Choose itineraries that explore the beautiful Windward, Grenadine, Leeward, or Treasure Islands. For more than 25 years, Star Clippers has been sailing modern tall ships to remote ports in the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Indonesia, and the Far East. The company operates three of the world’s largest and tallest sailing vessels: Star Clipper and Star Flyer are traditional clipper ships with modern amenities carrying 170 guests, while the 227-guest Royal Clipper holds the Guinness World Record for being the largest and only five-masted, full-rigged sailing ship in service today. All three ships have expansive teak decks, swimming pools, informal dining, convivial tropical bars on deck, and piano lounges.
