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Jack and Jill of America, Inc.
National Cultural Exchange Trip We are Kings and Queens

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7-Night Western Mediterranean Cruise
Round-trip Barcelona, Spain
July 28 - August 04, 2019

This conference has already sailed, but that doesn't mean you have to miss the boat! Click here to see our complete schedule of upcoming programs.

Royal Caribbean's <em>Oasis of the Seas</em>
Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas

COURSE CREDITS & HOURS

COURSE FEES

On Board Educational Series for Jack and Jill : Complementary

CME Meeting (Optional): See below for more information
$495 for Physicians, Pharmacists, Psychologists, Physician Assistants & Nurse Practitioners
$350 for Nursing

Dental Program (Optional): See below for more information
Dentists - $795; all others $650

Cruise Event ( Details)


DEPOSIT
$250 per person deposit required at the time of booking.

AIRFARE
University at Sea is organizing International Group Airfare from several gateway cities. They will also check at booking your air to be sure the group air is the best price available for your gateway. If it is not, they will offer you the alternatives.

PRE CRUISE HOTEL
We recommend you fly in a day prior to date of sailing to avoid any issues from flight delays and to give you a day or two to see Barcelona. La Sagrada Familia is quite amazing to see.

POST CRUISE TOUR TO GRANADA AND ALHAMBRA
For those of you with more time, you may wish to take advantage of the post tour to Granada. We can train from Barcelona to Granada for a 2-3 night stay. You can enjoy a city tour, a visit to Alhambra, then fly home from there.

DINING
We have arranged for a block of tables at early seating - 6:30pm so the group can stay together and network over dinner. Of course if you wish to dine elsewhere for an evening or simply take a night off, it is no problem. We will have the tables available for you to dine each evening.
 
On Board Educational Series for Jack and Jill

"The splendor of  al-Andalus"
Lectures by Daniele Grammatico

LECTURE SERIES FOR ON BOARD:

Cradle of civilizations: The Middle East during the Middle Ages
The splendor of al-Andalus
The Arab sciences
The Arab literature

Special education program for younger children
Themed Scavenger hunts

This unprecedented trip will explore the rich seven hundred years of influence that left an unmistakable mark on Spain and other European Countries. The Africans who crossed the Iberian Peninsula to control two thirds of Spain not only brought their religion, but also their music, their art, their view of life, and their architecture.

Private Schedule For Jack and Jill Cultural Exchange Program
  1. Day One - Barcelona
    • Registration and Networking - Conference Center
    • Cultural Lecture - Cradle of Civilizations: The Middle East during the Middle Ages - Main Theater
    • Private Themed Scavenger Hunt (split age groups)
    • Conference rooms reserved for additional Jack and Jill events - TBD
  2. Day Two - Mallorca
    • Private Shore Excursion options
    • Conference rooms reserved for additional Jack and Jill events - TBD
    • 8pm - 11pm Private - GALA - Boardwalk Buyout or Studio B
  3. Day Three - Provence, Marseille
    • Cultural Program - Splendour of al Andalus - Main Theater
    • Private Shore Excursion options
    • Conference room reserved for additional Jack and Jill events - TBD
  4. Day Four - Florence
    • Private Shore Excursion options
    • Conference Rooms reserved for additional Jack and Jill events - TBD
  5. Day Five - Rome
    • Private Shore Excursion options
    • Conference rooms reserved for additional Jack and Jill events - TBD
  6. Day Six - Naples
    • Private Shore Excursion options
    • Conference rooms reserved for additional Jack and Jill events - TBD
  7. Day Seven - At Sea
    • Cultural Program - Arab Sciences in Al Andalus - Main Theater
    • Cultural Program - Arab Literature in Al Andalus - Main Theater
    • Conference rooms reserved for additional Jack and Jill events - TBD
    • Farewell Reception - Studio B
Speaker for Jack & Jill Cultural Exchange: Daniele Grammatico

Daniele Grammatico is an expert of the history and civilization of the Arab-Muslim World. He has a degree in Journalism from the University of Strasbourg (France) and Political Sciences from the University of Lyon (France).

As a correspondent in the Middle East for the French newspaper Libération at the beginning of the 90's, he covered the first Gulf War, the aborted peace negotiations and witnessed social changes which led to the raise of fundamentalism.

Established in Granada (Spain) 24 years ago, he has been the chief editor of the Arabic service of the Press Spanish Agency (EFE) and a collaborator during 10 years of the Heritage of al-Andalus Foundation, coordinating a Cultural itinerary including 20 countries of the Arab World and Spain. He has published several books and articles related to the wonderful common heritage. He has translated into French the inscriptions and poems in Arabic carved in the Alhambra palaces. Daniele speaks fluently French, English, Spanish, Italian and Arabic.

CME Program- Internal Medicine and Nutrition / Objectives

12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
12 CE Credits for Psychologists
12 ACPE Credits for Pharmacists
12 ANCC Contact Hours
Up to 12 (part II) MOC points in medical knowledge in the American Board of Internal Medicine's (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program

CME Course Fees: $495 for Physicians, Pharmacists, Psychologists, Physician Assistants & Nurse Practitioners
$350 for Nursing

AGENDA:
Please Note: This is a preliminary agenda. Meeting room location may change. Please check your stateroom on the day of departure for a Final Agenda: Preliminary Agenda

If you are interested in participating in our CME Program, please click Here for more details .

Target Audience
Physicians, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners,Pharmacists, Physician Assistants and Psychologists
Dental Program

12 CE Credits

Dental Course Fees: Dentists - $795; all others $650

Target Audience
Dentists, Auxiliary Dental Staff

If you are interested in participating in our Dental Program, please click Here for more details .

TARGET AUDIENCE

Physicians, Physician Assistants , Psychologists, Pharmacists, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, , Psychologists, Social Workers,

PROGRAM PURPOSE

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

PLEASE NOTE: To attend the conference or participate in conference events, participants, their families, and guests must book their cruise within the CEI meeting group through Continuing Education, Inc. This ensures our company can provide conference services and complimentary social amenities to all meeting participants and their guests. Thank you for your cooperation.

Register your interest and receive a full quote at 800-422-0711 (US/Can) or direct/int'l tel: +1-727-526-1571 or register online.

Conference Sessions generally take place on days at sea (as itinerary allows), giving you plenty of time to enjoy your meals, evenings and ports of call with your companion, family and friends.
BIAS FREE CME - No Commercial Support was provided for this CME activity.

Faculty

David S. Kountz, MD, MBA, FACP

David S. Kountz, MD, MBA, FACP

Professor of Medicine
Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine

Dr. David S. Kountz is a Professor of Medicine for the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine and Co-Chief Academic Officer for Hackensack Meridian Health. He earned his AB at Princeton, MD at SUNY/Buffalo School of Medicine, and MBA at Georgian Court University in Lakewood, NJ. He completed training in Internal Medicine at Hahnemann University Hospital in Philadelphia. 

A board-certified internist, Dr. Kountz has had progressive responsibilities in academic medicine as Associate Professor of Medicine at Temple University School of Medicine and Professor of Medicine at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. 

Dr. Kountz's research interests include hypertension treatment and guidelines in underserved populations, health literacy, pipeline programs and leadership development. He has authored more than 100 peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, editorials and abstracts, and is a frequent speaker within and outside of his health network on a variety of topics in primary care. 

Speaker for CME & Dental Program: Mary Ellen Psaltis, Bachelor in Philosophy, BPh

Speaker for CME & Dental Program: Mary Ellen Psaltis, Bachelor in Philosophy, BPh

Certified Nutrition & Wellness Consultant
Certified Senior Nutrition Specialist 

Mary Ellen's professional writing about food and lifestyles has spanned over thirty years. Her interactions with chefs, farmers, and restaurateurs led to greater involvement in nutrition education and teaching. 

Mary Ellen speaks nationally on creating optimal nutrition and making thoughtful life choices.  Her local classes focus on supporting people along their healthful life journeys. She accompanies Greg on their Mexican mission trips as a dental assistant.

Speaker for Dental Program: Gregory L. Psaltis, DDS

Certified in Pediatric Dentistry
Courtesy Staff at the University of Washington, School of Dentistry

Keynote speaker at AAPD Meeting, 2008
Gordon Christensen Speaker Recognition Award, Chicago Midwinter Meeting, 2014

Dr. Greg Psaltis has been a pediatric dentist for 43 years, most of which have been in private practice in Olympia, Washington.  His varied career has included 23 years as a speaker, both nationally and internationally.

He is currently involved with two volunteer clinics in Mexico that he developed. Each provides comprehensive care for the indigent and medically compromised children of the Los Cabos and Zihuatanejo areas. He has published in several dental journals and was given the Gordon Christensen Speaker Award for excellence in professional presentations. 

Speaker for Jack & Jill Cultural Exchange : Daniele Grammatico

Daniele Grammatico is an expert of the history and civilization of the Arab-Muslim World. He has a degree in Journalism from the University of Strasbourg (France) and Political Sciences from the University of Lyon (France).

As a correspondent in the Middle East for the French newspaper Libération at the beginning of the 90's, he covered the first Gulf War, the aborted peace negotiations and witnessed social changes which led to the raise of fundamentalism.

Established in Granada (Spain) 24 years ago, he has been the chief editor of the Arabic service of the Press Spanish Agency (EFE) and a collaborator during 10 years of the Heritage of al-Andalus Foundation, coordinating a Cultural itinerary including 20 countries of the Arab World and Spain. He has published several books and articles related to the wonderful common heritage. He has translated into French the inscriptions and poems in Arabic carved in the Alhambra palaces. Daniele speaks fluently French, English, Spanish, Italian and Arabic.

Accreditation

 Joint Accreditation

In support of improving patient care, Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea® is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

 

Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education

 Accreditation: Continuing Education, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Designation: Continuing Education, Inc. designates this live activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditstm. Each physician should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

 

Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education

 


Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea ® is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.
This activity is approved for a total of 12 contact hours of Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE) credit.


 

Accreditation Council for American Academy of PAs


Continuing Education, Inc. has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 12 - 21 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

Continuing Education, Inc. is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

Accredited status does not imply endorsement by Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea or ANCC of any commercial products displayed or used with an activity.

Osteopathic Physicians: This program is eligible for Category 2 credit with the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).

US or Canadian Family Physicians: Please let us know if you require AAFP Prescribed Credits.

Accreditation: Continuing Education, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Continuing Education, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Designation: As an organization approved by the American Psychological Association, Continuing Education, Inc. is offering this activity for a maximum of 12 hours of continuing education credit. Each psychologist should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity.

 

As a Jointly Accredited Organization, Continuing Education, Inc. is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved under this program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. Social workers completing this course receive 12 Clinical continuing education credits.

Does not apply to the following states/provinces: New Jersey, New York, Yukon Territories.

ITINERARY

DATE PORT OF CALL ARRIVE DEPART
Sun Jul 28 Barcelona, Spain
- 6:00 pm
Mon Jul 29 Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain
8:00 am 4:00 pm
Tue Jul 30 Provence (Marseille), France
9:00 am 6:00 pm
Wed Jul 31 La Spezia, Italy
8:30 am 8:30 pm
Thu Aug 01 Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
7:00 am 8:00 pm
Fri Aug 02 Naples, Italy
7:00 am 6:30 pm
Sat Aug 03 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Sun Aug 04 Barcelona, Spain
5:00 am -
*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.

PORTS OF CALL

Barcelona, Spain -

Barcelona is a one of the world's great cities. Stroll down her tree-lined boulevards, the magnificent Passeig de Gràcia or the more touristed Las Ramblas. On the Passeig, shop a serious fashion district while marveling at examples of Mordenisme architecture, seemingly sculpted from the stuff of dreams (Gaudi's masterpiece of a family home, Casa Batlló is well worth a visit). If a trip on the Passeig hasn't convinced you of Gaudi's genius, a visit to La Sagrada Familia Cathedral will do the trick; this fantastic, soaring marvel will live on in your memory long after you've returned.

Not far from the Passeig and just north of Las Ramblas, the Gothic Quarter (the Barri Gotic) provides an abundance of shopping opportunities for all tastes, and a bit of European history to boot - check out the tranquil Cathedral of Barcelona. To see a bit of local life a visit to a food market is a quick, fun detour: try Santa Caterina near the Cathedral or Mercado de La Boqueria, right off of Las Ramblas.

Barcelona's food is also a highlight: stop into a tapas bar and try a variety of delicacies. "Standard" restaurants of every style are available, too. And, there's music, too! Visit an underground jazz club or the magnificent Palau de la Música Catalana; or stop by the Palau Dalmases for a stunning, flamenco performance (it's near the Picasso museum). Did we mention art? One of the largest collections of Picasso's art is found at the Museau Picasso, and a great collection of contemporary, figurative (i.e not abstract) painting and sculpture is housed at the European Museum of Modern Art just around the corner.

It's probably clear by now that you really can't get it all done in a day (even if all means "just the must-sees"). So, stay for a day or three in the Gothic Quarter or near Plaça de Catalunya and really get a feel for what makes Barcelona such a wonderful place. Partly it's the result of the "accidents" of its history and present: as the regional capital of Spain's prosperous Catalunya region, Barcelona has a "flavor" that is a bit of a mix between Spanish and French (it's located quite close to the French border). Yes, you can practice your Spanish here - it attracts Spaniards from throughout the country - but you'll also see and hear Catalan with it's own charm. You won't regret your time here.

Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain - Floating gemlike off Spain's Mediterranean Riviera, Palma offers pearls, pottery and perfectly sublime sandy beaches. The historic district of the city is a great stop for an inexpensive good meal, a visit to a wonderous cathedral (for those seeking peace, consider visiting the quiet of the Saint Francis cathedral rather than its more touristed big brother. Shopping abounds in this european vacation spot as well as a very beautiful, small modern art museum with free entrance.

Or take a day excursion to visit charming and quiet Valldemosa, where George Sand and Frederic Chopin spent a romantic winter in 1838.

Provence (Marseille), France - Marseille offers an unexpected view of a mosaic of buildings and National Heritage Sites from the terraces of Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica that towers above and watches over the city.

Alongside the port the towers of Saint Victor Abbey house crypts that already existed when Christianity was introduced into Provence. The columns of the Palais de la Bourse, the noble facades of the Prefecture and the fountains of the Palais Longchamp are part of the triumphant architecture from the 19th Century that is scattered throughout the city and that gave Marseille renewed splendour.

In the old quarter the houses are built on the sunny slopes ; the clock in the Accoules Bell tower, which was the old Sauveterre tower, still marks the hours of life around the Town Hall, while beyond the dome of the Vieille Charite hospice, Pierre Puget's masterpiece, stands out against the sky. The small streets of the Panier quarter lie a little further on.

La Spezia, Italy - La Spezia is a gateway to some of Italy's greatest treasures.

A quite pleasant small city itself, is located on a natural harbor and boasts a beautiful park parallel to its waterfront, substantial shopping, plenty of opportunities for good food, an archaeolgical museum in its historic hilltop fort and a nice contemporary art museum.

A short distance La Spezia and you are on the Cinque Terre ("The Five Cities") coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of Italy's great natural jewels. These five small villages dotting the coast are free of car traffic and are reached only by a railway, hiking trails, or a pedestrian ferry. Small, winding paths connect many of the villages, and a light amount of hiking will afford you some spectacular views of cliffs, coastline, and stone terraces.

A little further afield is Pisa, one of the great renaissance cities whose ships dominated trade for decades. It is best known today, of course for it's famous "leaning Tower," from the top of which Galileo Galilei demonstrated that gravity's strength was independant of the weight of a falling object. It stands there still, if somewhat crookedly, after 650 years.

Sill further but worth the trip, is Florence where you can view the timeless treasures from the very height of renaissance achievements: the lofty Duomo, Giotto's gorgeous bell tower, Michelangelo's original David, the Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio over the Arno.

Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy - Rome, Italy’s capital, is a sprawling, cosmopolitan city with nearly 3,000 years of globally influential art, architecture and culture on display. Ancient ruins such as the Forum and the Colosseum evoke the power of the former Roman Empire. Vatican City, headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church, has St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museums, which house masterpieces such as Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel frescoes.

Naples, Italy - Capital of Southern Italy, the largest city of Campania, Naples is the third most populated city in Italy (after Rome and Milan), with over a million inhabitants, and is the most important industrial center and trading port for the South. Naples itself can provide a day's fun and entertainment, if its somewhat rundown appearance doesn't dissuade you. Or, join a tour of incredible Pompeii, frozen in time since A.D. 79 when Mt. Vesuvius brought an end to that then-thriving city. Or, take a quick ferry across the bay to the flowery Isle of Capri. Or, (yes, there's more) visit fabulous Sorrento, vacation spot for the well to do.

At Sea - Cruising - Cruising

Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas

PLEASE NOTE: To attend the conference or participate in conference events, participants, their families, and guests must book their cruise within the CEI meeting group through Continuing Education, Inc. This ensures our company can provide conference services and complimentary social amenities to all meeting participants and their guests. Thank you for your cooperation.

Register your interest and receive a full quote at 800-422-0711 (US/Can) or direct/int'l tel: +1-727-526-1571 or by registering online.

Prices below also include port charges, taxes, fees, and conference registration fees.

STATEROOM DETAILS
PRICING PER PERSON

Prices below are for the full cruise including meals and evening entertainment

Suite/Deluxe

AquaTheater Suite with Large Balcony - 2 Bedrooms, A2 AquaTheater Suite with Large Balcony - 2 Bedrooms (A2)
Master bedroom has a King size bed with Duxiana Mattress. Second bedroom has two twin beds that convert to Royal King and two Pullman beds. Vanity with chair in each bedroom, living area with double sofa bed, dining room, marble entry, entertainment center. Two bathrooms, master with tub. Expansive balcony with table and chairs. Stateroom: 673 sq. ft. Balcony: 610 sq. ft. 
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Crown Loft Suite, L2 Crown Loft Suite (L2)
Two-decks-high stateroom with panoramic views. Master bedroom with Royal King size bed and bath on second level. Bath with shower on main level. Private balcony with chairs, dining area with dry bar, table/desk. Living room sofa converts to double bed. Stateroom: 545 sq. ft. Balcony: 114 sq. ft. 
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Owner's Suite, OS Owner's Suite (OS)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King. Private bathroom with tub and two sinks, marble entry, large closets, living area with table and sofa. Private balcony with table and chairs. Stateroom: 556 sq. ft. Balcony: 243 sq. ft. 
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Grand Suite - 1 Bedroom, GS Grand Suite - 1 Bedroom (GS)
Bedroom area with two twin beds that convert to Royal King. Full bathroom with tub and two sinks. Living room with sofa that converts to double bed. Private balcony with seating area and private dining. Stateroom: 371 sq. ft. Balcony: 105 sq. ft. 
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Spacious AquaTheater Suite with Large Balcony - 2 Bedrooms, A1 Suite/Deluxe Spacious AquaTheater Suite with Large Balcony - 2 Bedrooms (A1)
Master bedroom has a King size bed with Duxiana Mattress. Second bedroom has two twin beds that convert to Royal King and two Pullman beds. Vanity with chair in each bedroom, living area with double sofa bed, dining room, marble entry, entertainment center. Two bathrooms, master with tub. Expansive balcony with table and chairs. Stateroom: 823 sq. ft. Balcony: 772 sq. ft.
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Spacious AquaTheater Suite -1 Bedroom, A3 Suite/Deluxe Spacious AquaTheater Suite -1 Bedroom (A3)
Bedroom area with two twin beds that convert to Royal King. One bathroom with tub, large closets, sitting area with table and sofa bed. Private balcony with seating area and private dining. Stateroom 323 sq. ft. Balcony 355 sq. ft.
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AquaTheater Suite -1 Bedroom, A4 Suite/Deluxe AquaTheater Suite -1 Bedroom (A4)
Bedroom area with two twin beds that convert to Royal King. One bathroom with tub, large closets, sitting area with table and sofa bed. Private balcony with seating area and private dining. Stateroom 323 sq. ft. Balcony 140 sq. ft.
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Grand Panoramic Suite - 1 Bedroom, GP Suite/Deluxe Grand Panoramic Suite - 1 Bedroom (GP)
Grand entrance exposes lofty views two-decks-high. Single-floor suite with doorbell has dining room with dry bar and entertainment center, living room with sofa bed, and guest bath with shower. Master bedroom has a King size bed with Duxiana Mattress and sitting area, master bathroom with tub, shower, two sinks and bidet. Private balcony with jacuzzi. tateroom: 914 sq. ft. Balcony: 161 sq. ft.
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Grand Suite - 2 Bedrooms, GT Suite/Deluxe Grand Suite - 2 Bedrooms (GT)
Two bedrooms with two twin beds that convert to Royal King, two Pullman beds. Vanity with chair in each bedroom, living area with double convertible sofa, marble entry, entertainment center, two bathrooms - master bath with tub. Private balcony with table and chairs. NOTE: Grand Suites on deck 12 have have a jacuzzi in the private balcony. Stateroom: 580 sq. ft. Balcony: 237 sq. ft.
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Junior Suite with Balcony, J3 Suite/Deluxe Junior Suite with Balcony (J3)
Bedroom area with two twin beds that convert to Royal King. Full bathroom with tub. Sitting area with sofa. Private balcony. Stateroom: 287 sq. ft. Balcony: 80 sq. ft.
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Junior Suite with Balcony, J4 Suite/Deluxe Junior Suite with Balcony (J4)
Bedroom area with two twin beds that convert to Royal King. Full bathroom with tub. Sitting area with sofa. Private balcony. Stateroom: 287 sq. ft. Balcony: 80 sq. ft.
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Crown Loft Suite, L1 Suite/Deluxe Crown Loft Suite (L1)
Two-decks-high stateroom with panoramic views. Master bedroom with Royal King size bed and bath on second level. Bath with shower on main level. Private balcony with chairs, dining area with dry bar, table/desk. Living room sofa converts to double bed. Stateroom: 545 sq. ft. Balcony: 114 sq. ft.
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Owner's Panoramic Suite - 1 Bedroom, OP Suite/Deluxe Owner's Panoramic Suite - 1 Bedroom (OP)
Grand entrance exposes lofty views two-decks-high. Single-floor suite with doorbell has dining room with dry bar and entertainment center, living room with sofa bed, and guest bath with shower. Master bedroom has a King size bed with Duxiana Mattress and sitting area, master bathroom with tub, shower, two sinks and bidet. Private balcony with jacuzzi. Stateroom: 1076 sq. ft. Balcony: 161 sq. ft.
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Royal Loft Suite, RL Suite/Deluxe Royal Loft Suite (RL)
Two-decks-high stateroom with panoramic views. On second level, master bedroom has a King size bed with Duxiana Mattress; bathroom with tub, shower, two sinks and bidet and a closet. On main level, second bedroom with closet and two twin beds that convert to Royal King; dining area with dry bar, living room with sofa that converts to double bed; bathroom with shower. Private balcony with whirlpool and dining area. Stateroom: 1,524 sq. ft. Balcony (main level): 843 sq. ft.
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Star Loft Suite, TL Suite/Deluxe Star Loft Suite (TL)
Two-decks-high stateroom with panoramic views. Master bedroom and bathroom on second level. Bedroom has a King size bed with Duxiana Mattress. Stairway to second level. Bathrooms with shower for two. Private balcony with dining area. Dining area with dry bar. Living room sofa converts to double bed. Closets on each level. Stateroom: 722 sq. ft. Balcony: 410 sq. ft.
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Balcony

Oceanview with Balcony, 5D Oceanview with Balcony (5D)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 182 sq. ft. Balcony: 50 sq. ft. 
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Oceanview with Balcony, 8D Oceanview with Balcony (8D)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony.
Stateroom: 182 sq. ft. Balcony: 50 sq. ft. 
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Central Park View with Balcony, 2J Central Park View with Balcony (2J)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, boardwalk view balcony, sitting area, and a private bathroom. Stateroom: 182 sq. ft. Balcony: 52 sq. ft. 
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Ultra Spacious Oceanview with Large Balcony, 1A Balcony Ultra Spacious Oceanview with Large Balcony (1A)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King. Sofa converts to double, two Pullman beds, private bathroom and sitting area. Stateroom: 271 sq. ft. Balcony: 82 sq. ft.
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Oceanview with Large Balcony, 1C Balcony Oceanview with Large Balcony (1C)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 182 sq. ft. Balcony: 80 sq. ft.
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Oceanview with Balcony, 1D Balcony Oceanview with Balcony (1D)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 182 sq. ft. Balcony: 50 sq. ft.
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Boardwalk View with Balcony, 1I Balcony Boardwalk View with Balcony (1I)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, boardwalk view balcony, sitting area, and a private bathroom. Stateroom: 182 sq. ft. Balcony: 52 sq. ft.
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Central Park View with Balcony, 1J Balcony Central Park View with Balcony (1J)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, boardwalk view balcony, sitting area, and a private bathroom. Stateroom: 182 sq. ft. Balcony: 52 sq. ft.
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Oceanview with Large Balcony, 2C Balcony Oceanview with Large Balcony (2C)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 182 sq. ft. Balcony: 80 sq. ft.
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Oceanview with Balcony, 2D Balcony Oceanview with Balcony (2D)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 182 sq. ft. Balcony: 50 sq. ft.
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Boardwalk View with Balcony, 2I Balcony Boardwalk View with Balcony (2I)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, boardwalk view balcony, sitting area, and a private bathroom. Stateroom: 182 sq. ft. Balcony: 52 sq. ft.
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Oceanview with Balcony, 3D Balcony Oceanview with Balcony (3D)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony.
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Oceanview with Balcony, 4D Balcony Oceanview with Balcony (4D)
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Boardwalk View with Balcony, 4I Balcony Boardwalk View with Balcony (4I)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, boardwalk view balcony, sitting area, and a private bathroom. Stateroom: 182 sq. ft. Balcony: 52 sq. ft.
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Oceanview with Balcony, 6D Balcony Oceanview with Balcony (6D)
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Oceanview with Balcony, 7D Balcony Oceanview with Balcony (7D)
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Oceanview Stateroom, 2N Oceanview Stateroom (2N)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, private bathroom and sitting area. Stateroom: 179 sq. ft. 
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Ultra Spacious Oceanview, 1K Outside Ultra Spacious Oceanview (1K)
The Ultra Spacious Oceanview is a high-deck large Ocean View room which is great for families. Curtained nook with bunk bed, sitting area with sofa bed, walk-in closet, and bathroom. 271 sq. ft.

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Oceanview Stateroom, 1N Outside Oceanview Stateroom (1N)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, private bathroom and sitting area. Stateroom: 179 sq. ft.
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Oceanview Stateroom, 4N Outside Oceanview Stateroom (4N)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, private bathroom and sitting area.
Stateroom: 179 sq. ft.

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Oceanview Stateroom, 6N Outside Oceanview Stateroom (6N)
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Interior Stateroom, 3V Interior Stateroom (3V)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, private bathroom and sitting area with sofa bed. Stateroom: 140 sq. ft. 
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Interior Stateroom, 6V Interior Stateroom (6V)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, private bathroom and sitting area with sofa bed.
Stateroom: 140 sq. ft. 
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Spacious Interior, 1R Inside Spacious Interior (1R)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King. Sofa converts to double, two Pullman beds, private bathroom and sitting area. Stateroom: 260 sq. ft.
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Central Park View Interior, 1S Inside Central Park View Interior (1S)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, Central Park view, sitting area, and a private bathroom. Stateroom: 191 sq. ft.
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Promenade View Interior, 1T Inside Promenade View Interior (1T)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, private bathroom and sitting area. Stateroom: 191 sq. ft.
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Interior Stateroom, 1V Inside Interior Stateroom (1V)
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Interior Stateroom, 2V Inside Interior Stateroom (2V)
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Prices are per person, based on Double Occupancy, and include port charges, taxes, fees and registration fees. Prices are subject to change. 
Deposit $250 per person

Cruise Line Regulation: Because of the group size and to accommodate the Dine Around option, so that everyone can change seats and network during dinner, rather than having to have assigned seating every night the ship is requiring you prepay your gratuities. They can be paid next month (May) if you wish, rather than with your final payment.

Cruise pricing is presented per person, based double occupancy of the stateroom, per standard industry practice. Pricing presented above is listed accordingly to allow easy comparison for the stateroom categories displayed. Our agents always provide 'total cost' pricing disclosing all particulars before you make any commitment.

3rd/4th in Stateroom - Please call to secure the best possible pricing

COMPETITIVE PRICING PROMISE: We will match any price currently offered by the cruise line; this promise includes their short-term, promotional rates. As a value-added organizer of meetings at sea, however, we do not seek to compete with 'cruise discounters,' 'travel clubs,' or 'distressed inventory' sales operations.
PRICING SUBJECT TO CHANGE: Market Rates offered directly by the cruise line and quoted by our agents are also subject to change at any time prior to depositing on your stateroom. Those rates are capacity and revenue controlled and can be withdrawn without notice.
CANCELLATION PENALTY POLICY WILL APPLY: We recommend Travel Insurance to protect your investment from unexpected, late cancellations.
Cruise Cancellation Policy:Late Cancellation policies vary by cruise line, itinerary and length of cruise. When reserving your stateroom, please congirm the policy applicable to this cruise with one of our agents.
Course Fee Cancellation Policy: 30+ days before sailing date - 75% Refund ; 7-29 days before sailing date - 50% Refund; Less than 7 days before sailing date - No Refund
FUEL SUPPLEMENT: During periods of unusual oil price volatility, cruiselines may implement a fuel surcharge at any time prior to sailing.

Chubb Travel Protection Overview

Please note, this insurance protection is available to the residents of the United States only,
that coverage limits are per person and that limits can vary by State.

Standard Plan Benefits Travel Basics Travel Essentials Travel Choice
Trip Cancellation 100% of Trip Costs
($100,000 maximum)
100% of Trip Costs
($100,000 maximum)
100% of Trip Costs
($100,000 maximum)
Trip Interruption 100% of Trip Costs
($100,000 maximum)
150% of Trip Costs
($150,000 maximum)
150% of Trip Costs
($150,000 maximum)
Trip Interruption - Return Air Only $500 $750 $1,000
Trip Delay $500 ($100 per day) $750 ($150 per day) $1,000 ($200 per day)
Missed Connection NA $250 $500
Baggage & Personal Effects $750 ($50 deductible) $1,000 $2,500
Baggage Delay $200 $300 $500
Accident & Sickness Medical Expense* $15,000 ($50 deductible) $25,000 $50,000
Emergency Evacuation & Repatriation of Remains $150,000 $500,000 $1,000,000
Accidental Death & Dismemberment NA $10,000 $50,000
Assistance Services Included Included Included
Additional Benefits (if purchased within 15 days of Initial Trip Payment; Day 1 is the date the Intial Trip Payment is made)
Pre-Existing Medical Condition Exclusion Waiver Included Included Included
Trip Cancellation/ Interruption due to Financial Default Included Included Included
Accident Sickness Medical Expense Excess Coverage Primary Coverage Primary Coverage
Baggage & Personal Effects Excess Coverage Excess Coverage Primary Coverage
Flight Accident $25,000 $50,000 NA
Missed Connection NA Additional $250 Included in base plan
Optional Benefits (if selected byt the Applicant and required premium is paid)
Medical Coverage Upgrade Included in base plan Included in base plan Additional $50,000
including Emergency Evacuation* Additional $150,000 Additional $500,000 Included in base plan
Car Rental Collision Coverage $35,000 ($250 Deductible) $35,000 ($250 Deductible) $35,000 ($250 Deductible)
Flight Accident Amount selected up to $500,000 Amount selected up to $500,000 NA
*Coverage, pricing and availability may vary by state
*Additional Benefits change not available for CA, CO, KS, MN, MO, MT, NH, NY, PA, TX or WA residents at this time.


We set up International Group Airfare from several gateway cities. We will also at time of booking check your air to be sure the group air is the best price available for your gateway. If it is not, we will offer you the alternatives.

Delta Airlines

FLIGHT DATEDEPARTURE TIME ORIGIN DESTINATION ARRIVAL TIME PRICE
Departing July 25
DL476 7/25/198:10 PM NY-JFK Barcelona10:05 AM 7/26/19
DL477 8/4/1912:10 PM Barcelona NY-JFK 3:05 PM *$1,184.18
Departing July 26
DL476 7/26/198:10 PM NY-JFK Barcelona10:05 AM 7/27/19
DL477 8/4/1912:10 PM Barcelona NY-JFK 3:05 PM *$1,352.18
Departing July 26
DL194 7/26/195:33 PM Atlanta (Hartsfield-Jackson) Barcelona8:30 AM 7/27/19
DL195 8/4/1910:30 AM Barcelona Atlanta (Hartsfield-Jackson) 2:49 PM *$1,643.18
Granada Extension
DL476 7/26/198:10 PM NY-JFK Barcelona10:05 AM 7/27/19
DL271 8/7/198:15 AM Malaga NY-JFK 10:44 AM *$1,179.45

American Airlines

FLIGHT DATEDEPARTURE TIME ORIGIN DESTINATION ARRIVAL TIME PRICE
Departing July 26 - Option 1
AA66 7/26/195:35 PM NY-JFK Barcelona7:15 AM 7/27/19
AA67 8/4/1911:15 AM Barcelona NY-JFK 5:05 PM *$1,373.13
Departing July 26 - Option 2
AA40 7/26/1910:05 PM Chicago O'Hare Barcelona1:30 PM 7/27/19
AA41 8/4/193:30 PM Barcelona Chicago O'Hare 6:35 PM *$1,423.13
Departing July 26 - Option 3
AA744 7/26/198:20 PM Charlotte Barcelona10:50 AM 7/27/19
AA745 8/4/191:45 PM Barcelona Charlotte5:45 PM *$1,421.63

Zone fares Offered by American Airlines only

ZONE STATE and/or PROVINCEADVERTISED PRICE
A AB,AZ,BC,CA,ID,MT,NV,OR,UT,WA.WY$1,595
B IA,IL,IN,KS,KY,MI,MN,MO,ND,NE,OH,SD,SK,WI$1,445
C AR,CO,LA,NM,OK,TX$1,445
D CT,DC,DE,MA,MD,ME,NH,NJ,NS,NY,ON,PA,QC,RI,VA,VT,WV$1,395
E AL,FL,GA,MS,NC,SC,TN$1,445
F AK,HI$1,695


All fares are per person ; taxes are included. Fares are subject to availability , subject to change, inventory control and restrictions apply. Airlines tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

before you cruise


PRE CRUISE TOUR OF BARCELONA
Private Hotel Pick Up & Barcelona Highlights Tour with Drop off at Cruise Pier

Tour Date Time Duration Price Per Person
July 28th 2019 8:00 AM 4 Hours $79 USD per person - Includes Ear Piece
Tour Description:

See the best of Barcelona on a morning adventure with your experienced, English-speaking tour guide. This Barcelona sightseeing tour is perfect for first-time tourists who want to see the highlights of Barcelona with a knowledgeable local.

Your day starts with a bus tour of Passeig de Gracia. You will see Antoni Gaudi's Casa Mila, which was named a UNESCO World Heritage building. Considered one of the most influential architects of his generation, Gaudi led the Modernist movement to design structures that combined architecture, nature, and religion and was able to create something completely unique.

From there, an air-conditioned coach will take you up the coast of Barcelona for scenic views of the Mediterranean Sea, where you will be able to admire the intense changes the city underwent with the organization of the Olympic Games in 1992. You will drive by the Arc of the Triomf, Ciudadela Park, the Olympic Village, the Olympic Port, the beach and the fisherman's quarter, called Barceloneta, the Port Vell, and Plaza de Colon with its famous Columbus monument, indicating which way he sailed to discover the Americas. This is also the beginning of the famous Ramblas of Barcelona.

Your tour continues with a drive up to Mont Juic Mountain, where you will make a short stop at the Olympic Stadium. The expansive views of the city and sea from Mont Juic are breathtaking as you explore the area. Make your way up until you reach Mont Juic Castle where you can enjoy the nice views all over the city.

Finally, you will leave Mont Juic and head back to the city center. Admire Venetian Towers, Mont Juic fountains, and many more attractions on your way back into the city. Once you arrive, you will be given a guided walking tour of the old city center. Here you will see many of the most popular buildings in the Gothic quarter, including the Gothic Cathedral. Your guide will take you to the Ramblas and Plaza Sant Jaume, home to City Hall and the headquarters of the Catalonian government. You can see the art, architecture, history, and beautiful views of Barcelona on this informative and fun guided tour of the city and still have the afternoon to explore on your own.


PRE CRUISE HOTEL STAY (July 25 - July 28, 2019) - CROWNE PLAZA

BARCELONA - FIRA CENTER Avenida Rius I Taulet, 1-3
Barcelona - 8004, Spain


Located in the heart of Montjuic, one of the most cultural areas of the city. Located between the famous Plaza de Espaňa and Gran Via Avenue, visit the nearby Montjuic Magic Fountains, Olympic Stadium and Montjuic Castle. You can also spend some time shopping in the amazing entertainment centre ? Arenas de Barcelona. If you decide to enjoy the attractions of the Barcelona City Centre, you are only a few metro stops away. See Gaudi's impressive Sagrada Familia or spend some time among the pavement cafes and entertainers of Las Ramblas, or take a quick drive to Barcelona's beach.
 
Room Type Room Rate Double for Single Occupancy Room Rate Double Occupancy
Deluxe €170.00 €190.00
Executive €215.00 €235
Suite €270.00 €290


Rates are per room and night with buffet breakfast and VAT 10% included. The accommodation rates do not include the touristic city tax. The applicable tax is 1, 21 € VAT included per person and night with a maximum of 7 nights. Minors under 16th years old are exempt of this tax. In case of VAT and/or any tax modification, rates and prices will be updated accordingly.

Wi-Fi complimentary for clients staying in the hotel and available in bedrooms, restaurants and halls

Please note that buffet breakfast is exclusively served at the Restaurant l’ Aria which is open for our clients from 7:00 to 10:30 am. Reservations are not accepted. Buffet breakfast served in private room: €8 + VAT per person and service.

Check-in: 15:00 h (early check-in as per hotel’s availability.
Check-out: 12:00 h (noon) Supplement for late check-out is €14,50 VAT included per room and hour. This supplement will be applied for a maximum of 4 hours and is subject to the hotel availability.
BAGGAGE HANDLING/ ROOM DELIVERIES
Should you require the above services there will be a charge of €2 per way and bag in case of group arrivals/departures and €3 per bedroom in case of room deliveries.

INDIVIDUAL RESERVATIONS CANCELLATION POLICY
  1. Each individual can cancel their reservations or reduce their nights up to 35 days prior to the arrival date.
  2. After 35 days prior the arrival date the total room nights reserved at that moment will be considered as guaranteed and will be charged in its totally against the credit card number. This clause will also apply to No-shows.

Additional: Transfer from Crowne Plaza Barcelona Hotel to the pier (July 28, 2019): *$15 per person
*This includes tip and 1 piece of luggage per person.

PRE CRUISE HOTEL STAY- 3 Nights (July 25 - July 28, 2019)
AYRE HOTEL GRAN VIA

Gran Via de Les Corts Catalanes, Barcelona



4-star hotel in Barcelona close to the Fira de Barcelona exhibition centre, just a few metres from the Plaza de Espaňa and at the lower part of Montjuïc (Sants-Montjuïc). You will enjoy our hotel as it puts at your disposal a milieu surrounded by shops, shopping centres (such as the Las Arenas Shopping Center) and restaurants serving both local and international cuisine, in one of the liveliest and most charming parts of the city.

Room Type Room Rate - Single Occupancy Room Rate Double Occupancy Room Rate Triple Occupancy
Twin Room *$228 *$242 *$348
* Prices are per night and subject to change.
Hotel tourist tax is not included in the pricing and must be paid by the passengers to the hotel directly upon check in.
Cancellation deadline : June 10, 2019

Prices are based on :
  • Per night
  • Porterage (1 piece per person) is included at hotels, where available and where provided at airports and stations.
  • Meals include 3 breakfasts.
  • Tips excluded for all local services and restaurants.
  • Tourist tax is not included and payment has to be done by each passenger or tour leader directly to hotel or supplier


PRE CRUISE HOTEL STAY- 2 Nights (July 26 - July 28, 2019)
AYRE HOTEL GRAN VIA

Gran Via de Les Corts Catalanes, Barcelona


Room Type Room Rate - Single Occupancy Room Rate Double Occupancy Room Rate Triple Occupancy
Twin Room *$228 *$242 *$348
* Prices are per night and subject to change.
Hotel tourist tax is not included in the pricing and must be paid by the passengers to the hotel directly upon check in.
Cancellation deadline : May 3, 2019

PRE CRUISE HOTEL STAY- 1 Night (July27 - July 28, 2019)
HOTEL CATALONIA BARCELONA PLAZA





4-star hotel in Plaza de Espaňa square. The Catalonia Barcelona Plaza Hotel, equipped with swimming pool and panoramic terrace, gym, private parking and 13 meeting rooms, combines service and price in a privileged location.

Room Type Room Rate - Single Occupancy Room Rate Double Occupancy
Twin Room *$331 *$366
* Prices are per night and subject to change.
Hotel tourist tax is not included in the pricing and must be paid by the passengers to the hotel directly upon check in.
30% Prepayment to be made before May 24th, 2019.

pre-J&J

after you cruise

THE SPLENDOUR OF MOORISH CORDOBA AND GRANADA
3 Night Post-Cruise Package

GRANADA possesses an outstanding heritage, the result of a blend of civilizations. Perched high on a strategic hill, the citadel of the Alhambra and the General life display a collection of lush gardens and magical palaces, the only royal residences of an Islamic dynasty still standing up since the Middle Ages. Courtyards where water is omnipresent and walls covered by refined geometric and floral motifs, recreate in a codified manner the image of the Garden of Eden.

Your guide, an expert in Moorish and Islamic Art, will introduce you to the secrets and symbols contained in these palaces worthy of the Arabian Nights, a reflection of a whole civilization.

The city possesses bewitching historical neighbourhoods, like the Albayzín. This oldest quarter of Granada, a UNESCO heritage site, keeps the layout of the Medieval metropolis, a labyrinth of winding streets and traditional houses with terraces of gardens gazing at striking views: the mighty towers of the Alhambra and in the background the snowy peaks of the Sierra Nevada mountain range.

The Historic Center of Granada possesses hidden treasures of its Moorish and Islamic past, the oratory of the Madraza (Islamic University), the al-Qaysariya (the Silk Market) and a Caravanserai of the 14th century, all of them witnesses of the confluence of trade, wealth, circulation of ideas, technologies and sciences in the cities of Al Andalusia, the area of Spain and the Iberian Peninsula controlled by the Moors for 800 years during the Middle Ages.

Basil Davidson, one of the most noted historians declared that there were no lands at that time (the eighth century) "more admired by its neighbours, or more comfortable to live in, than a rich African civilization which took shape in Spain."
 

ITINERARY: CORDOBA, LA MEZUITA, THE ALHAMBRA AND GRANADA

  • You will be met at the ship and transferred to the Train Station for a comfortable journey to Cordoba, once the Capital of Al Andalusia. Food is available for purchase on board the train.
  • After arrival in Cordoba, you will be transferred for dinner and overnight in Cordoba (Night of 8/4)
  • At its height, Cordoba, the center of the Moorish territory in Spain, was the most modern city in Europe. The streets were paved, with raised sidewalks and ten miles of the streets were well illuminated by lamps. Cordoba had 900 public baths. In the tenth and eleventh centuries, public libraries in Europe were non- existent, but education was universal in Moorish Spain, including more than seventy libraries, of which the one in Cordoba housed six hundred manuscripts. Ref: Wikipedia
  • The following morning after breakfast at the hotel in Cordoba, you will visit the Great Mosque of Cordoba (La Mezquita) A UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is still one of the architectural wonders of the world. Its low scarlet and gold roof, supported by 1,000 columns of marble, jasper and porphyry, was lit by thousands of Brass and silver lamps which burned perfumed oils.
  • What UNESCO says: "Cordoba's period of greatest glory began in the 8th century after the Moorish conquest, when some 300 mosques and innumerable palaces and public buildings were built to rival the splendours of Constantinople, Damascus and Baghdad. In the 13th century, under Ferdinand III, the Saint, Cordoba's Great Mosque was turned into a cathedral and new defensive structures, particularly the Alcá zar de los Reyes Cristianos and the Torre Fortaleza de la Calahorra, were erected."
  • After a day of touring Cordoba, you will continue the journey to Granada for dinner and the next two nights. (Nights of 8/5 and 8/6)
  • The following morning, you will visit Alhambra, A UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • 10:15 am - Transfer Hotel Corona to Alhambra in a coach. Your guide, Daniele, will also meet you in the lobby of your hotel.
  • 10:45 - Beginning of the Alhambra tour through the gardens and the Generalife. Entrance to the Nasrid Palaces. At the end of the visit, we will stroll to the Restaurant located on the hill of the Alhambra (10 minute walk)
  • Lunch on your own at Carmen the San Miguel, which enjoys striking views on Granada
  • After lunch, your coach will be waiting for you next to the restaurant, for the transfer to the Albaicin quarter. If some children and adults feel tired, the bus will stop on the way at the hotel. We would continue to the Albaicin quarter with the rest of the group.
  • Walking tour of the Moorish city of Granada. The bus leaves us at the entrance of the Albaicin quarter. We stroll through the labyrinth of narrow streets of this oldest quarter of Granada, which marvelously keeps the layout of the Medieval Moorish City. We walk down the hill, to discover in the historic center of Granada important vestiges of the Moorish past, the silk market, the Madraza (ancient university), a caravanserai, etc.
  • We will have dinner at a restaurant in Grenada prior to returning to the hotel for overnight.
  • After an unforgettable journey, we will transfer to Malaga for flights home with many memories to share with one another.
Double Occupancy (per person) 3rd and 4th in room Sharing (per person) Single Supplement
*$999 *$975 $199
*Per person rate, based on availibility and subject to change.
Deposit: $500 per person


Tour includes:
  • 08/04 - Transfers from ship to train station
  • Beautiful Train ride to Cordoba (2nd class car. To upgrade to 1st class, please add $108.00)
  • Dinner and Overnight at Cordoba Hotel
  • 08/5 - Full Buffet Breakfast at Hotel in Cordoba
  • Overnight and Guided tour of Cordoba and La Mezquita
  • Transfer to Granada for 2 overnights
  • Dinner and overnight Granada
  • 08/6 -Full Breakfast at Hotel
  • Guided Tour of Granada and UNESCO World Heritage site of Alhambra and tour of Granada and Albaicin Quater.
    After the afternoon of touring Granada, we will have dinner and overnight in Granada. We will board our bus for a short journey to Malaga for dinner and overnight
  • 08/7 -transfer to the airport (in Malaga) for our flights home with many memories to share with one another.
    • Accommodations, Meals miscellaneous inclusions
    • 3 Overnights
    • 3 Dinners
    • 3 Breakfasts
    • Train trip
    • All entrance fees
    • All tours and transfers

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