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Start the New Year in Italian-Caribbean Luxury on the MSC Orchestra


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Detailed Trip Description

We have special group rates and benefits for the premier sailing of MSC Cruise's elegant new ship, the MSC Orchestra on January 3, 2009 in the Caribbean. A premium cruise line at budget rates! Visiting Cayo Levantado (DR), St. Maarten, Antiqua and Barbuda and Freeport, Bahamas, with two glorious relaxing days just cruising. Roundtrip Fort Lauderdale. Start your new year right! Reduced deposits and final payment not due until fall.


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Trip Itinerary

Day 1 - Fort Lauderdale

 
Arrive and board the beautiful MSC Orchestra by 3PM. She sails at 5PM.
Welcome Aboard Party
Wine

Settle into your charming fresh and spacious stateroom then join us for a private one hour open bar cocktail party with snacks. Get to know the other members of the group and let us get to know you!

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Day 2 - At Sea

 
For you seasoned cruisers, you know that the at-sea days are filled with options--you can relax, be lazy and be waited on, or join in the myriad activities onboard. Surrounded by turquoise sea, you've escaped from the everyday world and are living in an enchanted fantasy!
At Leisure.
Adventure

Enjoy your day in many ways.

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Day 3 - Dominican Republic

 
Sightseeing. If the tides are right, you may see migrating whales. Today's a great day to try snorkeling and start on that winter tan.
Sightseeing
Adventure

Relax on the private island of Cayo Levantado.


Day 4 - St. Maarten

 
Holland of the Caribbean...or prefer to go a la Francais? Just cross the border in this wonderful split-personality island paradise.
Sightseeing
Adventure

Excellent sightseeing in the Dutch/French Caribbean.


Day 5 - Antigua

 
A pristine jewel, coveted by Caribbean-goers in the know, you are among the privileged few to experience the magic of this perfect spot, with the style of St. Tropez and a certain European flair.
Sightseeing
Adventure

Playground of the rich and famous, excellent beaches.


Day 6 - At Sea

 
Enjoy your day at leisure in many ways. Sleep in, have breakfast on your balcony at leisure. Great day for the world-class spa!
Make Yourself at Home Onboard this refined new ship!

Perhaps after your day at the spa, what better to do than savor the best Chinese Restaurant at sea you'll ever experience? Make your reservations upon embarkation in order to maximize this day and all it offers.

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Day 7 - Freeport

 
Less visited than Nassau and maybe just a little bit friendlier! If you haven't seen Freeport in awhile, then you haven't seen all the new features the Bahamians have added just for your delight and pleasure!
Sightseeing
Adventure

Classic sightseeing--don't miss the straw market!


Day 8 - Fort Lauderdale

 
Time to leave after an incredible week. You've got so many great memories and stories to take home and share! Let's all do it again real soon....
Disembarkation
Airport Transfer

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