Songkran 2019 Crystal Serenity MAGICAL MEDITERRANEAN MONTE CARLO TO VENICE 10 days April 8-18, 2019 ****BOOK EARLY**** Contact Bee 087-495-9355, Anne 082-414-5556, Soraya 082-651-8222 DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART April 8, Monday Monte Carlo, Monaco 12 PM April 9, Tuesday Genoa, Italy 8 AM 6 PM April 10, Wednesday Florence/Livorno, Italy 7 AM 7 PM April 11, Thursday Rome/Civitavecchia, Italy 7 AM 9 PM April 12, Friday Sorrento, Italy 7:30 AM 10:00 PM April 13, Saturday Cruising the Ionian Sea April 14, Sunday Corfu, Greece 8 PM 6 PM April 15, Monday Kotor, Montenegro 8 AM 9 PM April 16, Tuesday Dubrovnik, Croatia 8 PM 6 PM April 17, Wednesday Venice, Italy 2:30 AM April 18, Thursday Venice, Italy Disembark AM
April 8 EMBARKATION MONTE CARLO, MONACO Always an important port city in Italy, for decades Genoa languished behind Rome, Venice and Milan as the tourists passed it by. This changed dramatically after the European Union nominated Genoa as the European Capital of Culture in 2004. Cruise ships docking in the Porto Antico now bring visitors by the thousands, and travellers in Italy are making time in their itineraries to spend several days on holiday in Genoa. An independent city-state west of the French Côte d'azur, the Principality of Monaco is the playground of Europe's celebrities and idle rich. They are drawn by the sun, glamorous lifestyle and, most importantly, tax-free income, not to mention being in close proximity to one of the world's most publicised and famous Royal families. There are more millionaires per capita in this, the world's most densely populated country, than anywhere else, but true 'Monagasques' make up only about 15 percent of the population in a country that is jam-packed with opulence, wealth and the world's most expensive real estate. April 9 GENOA, ITALY April 10 FLORENCE/LIVORNO, ITALY The principal Tuscan city of Florence (Firenze) nestles below the wooded foothills of the Apennines, along the banks of the Arno River. The works of Botticelli, Michelangelo, Bruneschelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Boccaccio, Alberti, Masaccio, Donatello, Vasari and Fra Angelico imbue the city with the magnificence of their contribution to art and life. The city itself is muse to some and home to many stylish citizens, who enhance the cobbled streets and fashionable piazzas with their inimitable Italian flair. Those of us who remember our history books recognise Genoa as the birthplace of famous explorer Christopher Columbus.
April 11 ROME/CIVITAVECCHIA, ITALY The Eternal City of Rome, in whose name the Caesars sought to claim the world, opens for the visitor like a living museum, liberally dotted with fascinating ruins, surviving relics and archaeological sites. The centuries peel back with each new vista in this great city of gladiators, lunatic drivers and sumptuous pasta dishes. Vespas, nippy little Fiats and red sports cars speed past trendy sidewalk bistros and nightclubs, revealing the Rome of Fellini's La Dolce Vita; while the chillingly stark facades of the Stadio Olimpico complex remind visitors of Mussolini's attempts to reinvent the architecture of the Caesars. villas, and today the pretty town remains southern Italy's favourite holiday destination, for both local and foreign visitors. The rugged coastline does not offer beaches (except a few rocky strands privately owned by the larger hotels) but Sorrento is perfectly placed for visiting the most popular tourist attractions in the area, including Pompeii, the summit of Mount Vesuvius, the picturesque towns of the Amalfi Drive, and the delightful Isle of Capri with its blue grotto, just a few miles offshore. The bustling city of Naples is also just an hour's train ride away on the narrow-gauge Circumvesuviana line. The town itself is crammed with hotels and apartments, all tastefully blended into the traditional red-roofed architecture stepped down the hillsides amid fragrant citrus groves. The streets tend to be a choked nightmare of chaotic traffic, particularly during the height of the season. The most quaint spot is the little fishing harbour of Marina Grande, set in an inlet where you might find a vacant rock to sunbathe on while soaking up the atmosphere. April 13 CRUISING THE IONIAN SEA April 14 CORFU, GREECE April 12 SORRENTO, ITALY The glitterati of ancient Rome chose Sorrento, with its breathtaking views from the cliff tops over the Bay of Naples, as the place to build their sumptuous summer The island of Corfu, best known of the seven Ionian islands that lie off the northwest coast of Greece, differs markedly from the other popular Greek islands because not only is it green and
lush, but also very developed with tourist resorts and hotels. Summertime is hectic on Corfu, with charter flights arriving daily from European cities, ferries disgorging travellers from Italy, and cruise ships docking. April 15 KOTOR, MONTENEGRO Tourists to Montenegro will most likely spend the bulk of their time exploring the little Balkan country's magnificent natural landscape. From snowy peaks to tall pine forests, from rugged coastlines to verdant fjords, Montenegro is an outdoor adventure lover's dream come true. However, for those looking to get to grips with the culture of Montenegro, the medieval city of Kotor is certainly the place to visit. In recent years, as Montenegro swiftly establishes itself as one of Europe's top tourist destinations, the small coastal city of Kotor has seen a sharp increase in tourist activity. Croatia has emerged triumphantly as an attractive and stable tourist destination, having put years of civil and ethnic unrest behind it. With its magnificent coastline boasting 1,185 islands, islets and reefs, and countryside scattered with Roman ruins and picturesque medieval villages, Croatia is fast becoming a rival to the magical Greek islands for luring lovers of beaches, great food and history. After centuries of being sliced and diced geographically to suit empires, conquerors and political and ethnic divisions, Croatia has been left with a diverse cultural legacy and a wealth of historical attractions. The long Adriatic coastline forms the western leg of the arc-shaped country, tapering to the unique ancient seaport of Dubrovnik in the south, while the land between the rivers Drava and Sava form the northern section. The capital, Zagreb, sits in- between. Although Croatia's history is dramatic the atmosphere of this balmy Mediterranean country is now tranquil, with sleepy old towns and impossibly picturesque lakes and beaches just begging travellers to relax. The wonderful landscapes can be easily explored on foot or by mountain bike as the country is criss-crossed with good trails, and the food and wine is so delicious that a bit of exercise might be necessary. April 17-18 VENICE, ITALY April 16 DUBROVNIK, CROATIA Elegant Venetian buildings and palaces peer over the ancient maze of narrow streets and labyrinth of canals that make up this unique city. Tourists naturally
flock to Venice to experience its inimitable charm. The downside of this can be felt in the narrow streets and cramped piazzas of its sought-after areas. A good way to get to know a more personal side of Venice is to saunter through its romantic back streets and residential quarters. Venice rests on one of a series of 117 islands distributed throughout the Venetian lagoon, at the northern end of the Adriatic Sea. This strategic position conferred on Venice economic and defensive advantages over its trading rivals. As the wealth of the city increased and its population grew, the composition of the city grew ever more dense and today only a handful of the islets that constitute the historic centre are not entirely developed. CRYSTAL SERENITY Tonnage: 68,870 Decks: 13 Guest capacity: 980 Crew: 655 Rooms and Fares
Category CP PS PH P2 A2 B3 C3 Description Crystal Penthouse with Veranda 135 sqm Penthouse Suite with Veranda 50 sqm Penthouse with Veranda 37 sqm Deluxe Stateroom with Veranda 25 sqm (Category AA) Deluxe Stateroom with Veranda 25 sqm (Category A) Deluxe Stateroom with Veranda 25 sqm (Category B) Deluxe Stateroom with Large Picture Window 21 sqm Crystal Penthouse with Veranda 135 sqm. Penthouse Suite with Veranda 50 sqm. Special Fare Guest 2 $20,525 Availability $32,835 Special Fare Guest 1 $20,525 $16,415 $10,260 $10,260 $12,160 $7,600 $7,600 $7,985 $4,990 $4,990 $7,755 $4,845 $4,845 $7315 $4,575 $4,575 Guarantee $5,240 $3,275 $3,275 Wait List Brochure Price Deluxe Stateroom with Veranda 25 sqm. Crystal Penthouse with Veranda 135 sqm.
Penthouse with Veranda 37 sqm. Deluxe Stateroom with Window 21 sqm. Deck 9 Co., Ltd. Contact: Bee 087-495-9355, Anne 082-414-5556, Soraya 082-651-8222 Email: sales@deck-9.com Phone: 02-249-1216 Fax: 02-249-1217 116/64 SSP Tower 2, Na Ranong Road, Klong Toey, Bangkok 10110