Come on over and read this weekend’s Roaming Boomers Travel Newsletter. We’re inviting you to join us as we sail the Rhône with the Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection in April of 2019, we’ve got luxury Election Escapes, how the city of Bordeaux has reinvented itself, FREE air on a Viking Paris to the Swiss Alps river cruise, and much more. Go here: http://bit.ly/2PZhWtz
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Come Sail With Us: Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection | Rhône River, Avignon to Lyon – April 21, 2019
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A journey of exquisite pleasures
Follow in the footsteps of Van Gogh, Cézanne and Gauguin on this exquisite journey through southern France; the same beautiful countryside and culture that inspired the masters will now inspire you.
Cruise the Rhône and Saône rivers, enjoying the region’s incomparable wine and cuisine and discovering its many treasures—from the medieval wonders of UNESCO-designated Avignon to Lyon’s lively river banks. Stroll the very streets of Arles made famous by Van Gogh. Visit Avignon’s majestic Palace of the Popes. Experience “Village Day” in enchanting Viviers, including a recital of music composed by Bach and Handel. And for those who wish for a more active exploration of the area, you can kayak on the tranquil Gardon River under the UNESCO-designated Pont du Gard; hike the steepest vineyards on the Rhône; and pedal through the city designed with bike riders in mind while in Lyon. Explore unforgettable “Burgundy & Provence” where tradition is as deeply rooted as the historic grapevines on the hills.
Who will enjoy this cruise
Travelers wishing to walk through the lands that inspired Van Gogh, Cézanne and Gauguin. History buffs, gastronomes and wine connoisseurs.
Uniworld at a Glance
Uniworld is a 5-star river cruise line specializing in intimate, boutique river voyages throughout Europe, Asia and Egypt. With 40+ years experience in travel and hospitality, Uniworld remains the world’s only authentic boutique cruise line, offering luxurious cruises that combine unmatched amenities and value with ultra-personalized experiences and service. As of 2018, the company has an award-winning fleet of 17 ships, each with its own personality and style, serving 35 itineraries on 23 rivers in 24 countries.
Every Uniworld ship in Europe is a floating boutique hotel; replete with original artwork, décor and the finest amenities. No two Uniworld ships are the same
Uniworld is All-Inclusive
Uniworld has redefined the concept of all-inclusive luxury, offering only the most exceptional amenities, experiences, and service. An extensive list of included features makes a Uniworld cruise an incredible value:
All excursions, hosted by local experts
All gratuities onboard and onshore
In-suite butler service
All dining onboard and unlimited beverages (including fine wines, craft beers, brand name spirits, cocktails, soft drinks, mineral water and specialty coffees and teas)
Onboard entertainment and Signature Lectures
Scheduled airport transfers
Onboard exercise and wellness classes
Use of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks for onshore exploration
Ship-wide Wi-Fi and in-room infotainment
24-hour room service
Concierge service
Note: Inclusive amenities may differ by itinerary.
Want To Come With Us?
Carol and I sailed with the Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection in 2014 and we’re very excited to go back and sail on one of their new Super Ships: the S.S. Catherine.
And, sailing in the culinary capital of France as well as one of the most renowned wine regions in the world isn’t a bad thing either.
Our fabulous journey on the Rhône will begin on April 21, 2019. To learn more about the journey, we invite you to CLICK HERE.
Here are the current pricing schemes for the various staterooms:
All fares are per guest in US Dollars based on double occupancy unless otherwise noted.
Fares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice.
Availability of all stateroom categories cannot be guaranteed.
Single Supplement applies for single accommodation.
Itineraries, hotels, and vessels may change, and substitute visits to other sites may occur during your trip due to water level fluctuations and other uncontrollable factors.
The order of sightseeing and docking ports are subject to change according to port authority assignments.
Prices exclude additional port charges of $170 per person
Additional Perks
When you make your decision to join us on this fabulous 5-star river cruise, Carol and I also have the following VIP perks to add to your booking:
$400/stateroom shipboard credit which can be used towards a fabulous optional shore excursion, or a relaxing spa treatment.
A complimentary VIP Virtuoso Voyages custom shore excursion exclusive to just the Virtuoso passengers on the ship.
Carol and I have sailed on nearly all of the rivers in Europe. They are all great fun. But, for us, the romance, the history, the culinary experiences, and sailing in one of the world’s great wine regions make a river cruise on the Rhône one of our favorites.
Come join us! And do hurry, the ship is already beginning to fill up.
For booking information, call Roaming Boomers Travel Services at (480) 550-1235 or use our convenient online information request form (click here) and we will reach out to you.
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Introducing the National Geographic Global Explorers Program!
This new family-friendly cruise program is smart fun for kids and teens.
Developed in conjunction with National Geographic Education, the unique kids’ program launched in Galápagos in 2017 and rolled out to Alaska for our 2018 season!
Kids and teens choose cool activities—from earning a Zodiac “driver’s license” to recording wildlife sightings in their Field Notebook—all designed to help them develop what National Geographic Education defines as the attitudes, skills, and knowledge of an explorer.
Guests under 18 will:
Have fun! They’ll take part in daily fun activities, all while making new friends and lifelong memories
Benefit from National Geographic certified field educators: Our naturalists, newly minted as National Geographic certified field educators, optimize daily learning opportunities
Connect with nature: They’ll have direct contact with wildlife above and below the sea, such as snorkeling with sea lions in Galápagos and identifying whale flukes from the ship’s bow in Alaska
Learn to be a storyteller: Through photos, videos, music, drawing and more, kids can use their creativity to tell stories about the unique things they’ll do and see along the way
Develop their observation skills: Daily “In the Field” activities will prompt kids to watch out for a particular item, like a creature with scales or a giant coral head on land, then record their observations in their Field Notebook
Fun and flexibility for all ages
The National Geographic Global Explorers’ bulletin board is headquarters for daily activities and challenges, and kids can choose what they’d like to participate in each day. And schedules and activities both onboard and off ship are designed with families in mind: enjoy kid-friendly menus, movie night with pizza, a choice of hikes, and more.
To learn more: CLICK HERE. PLUS, book now and receive complimentary round-trip airfare between Seattle and Alaska on multiple, select 2019 departures. Subject to availability; new bookings only.
For more information, or to book your fun family National Geographic adventure, call Roaming Boomers Travel Services at (480) 550-1235 or use our convenient online information request (click here) and we will reach out to you.
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With our U.S. economy seemingly on steroids, family and multigenerational travel have really picked up in the last two years.
Travel leaves a lasting impact on young minds and moms, dads, and grandparents are flocking in ever-growing numbers to open up young minds to the world.
For luxury small-group travel experiences, Abercrombie & Kent has become one of our most trusted travel partners.
And here, we have 12 exciting luxury family journeys all designed to inspire and timed to match school holidays and packed with child-friendly sightseeing, activities, and opportunities to meet local kids.
Sounds fun. Right? 🙂
2019 Luxury Small Group Family Journeys
Imagine your family experiencing the following journeys:
Family Kenya & Tanzania Safari
Family Egypt & the Nile
Family China & the Yangtze
Family Japan
Family Australia
Family Alaska
Family Galapagos
Family Costa Rica
Family Spain
Family Italy
Family Switzerland
Family Antarctica, South Georgia, & the Falkland Islands
These journeys start at $3,995/person and are absolutely certain to create a world of lifetime memories for you and your family.
To explore more about these journeys online: CLICK HERE. To explore the Luxury Family Journeys Catalog, CLICK HERE.
To learn more, or to book one of these fabulous journeys for you and your family, call Roaming Boomers Travel Services at (480) 550-1235 or use our convenient online information request (click here) and we will reach out to you.
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I shot this photograph at 6:44 AM in Vancouver looking out over the cruise port from our hotel window. See the reflection of the drapes? 🙂
Evidently, British Columbia has been having problems with wildfires like we have been experiencing in California. And, much of that smoke is working its way to sea level in Vancouver. This next photograph is the eerie cruise we had heading out of Vancouver to make our way for Alaska’s Inside Passage.
There was so much smoke in the channel that we could barely see the shore on either side.
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A journey of exquisite pleasures
Glance
Uniworld is All-Inclusive
Want To Come With Us?
Guests under 18 will:
The National Geographic Global Explorers’ bulletin board is headquarters for daily activities and challenges, and kids can choose what they’d like to participate in each day. And schedules and activities both onboard and off ship are designed with families in mind: enjoy kid-friendly menus, movie night with pizza, a choice of hikes, and more.
Luxury Family Small Group for 2019
Imagine your family experiencing the following journeys:
