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From rock-climbing walls, surf simulators and Lawn Clubs, to Poolside cinemas, Day Spas and world-class restaurants, these floating giants will blow you away.

Queen Mary 2

Three times bigger than Titanic, Queen Mary 2 is a modern reinterpretation of the golden age luxury line. Renowned for her transatlantic crossing, QM2 seamlessly combines impeccable service, luxurious accommodation and exquisite dining with modern innovations. Her elegance, grandeur and sophistication captures the excitement of a classic sea voyage whilst her 14 spacious decks delight guests with an array of unsurpassed amenities including the Canyon Ranch Spa Club and the only Planetarium at sea.

Oasis of the Seas

Experience the ship that revolutionised cruising. Its ground breaking design introduced seven distinct neighbourhoods built for ultimate enjoyment. Hop on a classic carousel on the Boardwalk, then watch acrobats splash down in the AquaTheater, the first amphitheatre at sea. Let imaginations soar in the Youth Zone – the largest kids’ area at sea – or at the Pool & Sports Zone, where you’ll find FlowRider surf simulators and zip line views. Unwind with a stroll in Central Park – a meandering garden lined with shops and fine restaurants – or melt away stress at Vitality Spa. Jazz up your evening with a Broadway hit, or hit the Royal Promenade for memorable moments with DreamWorks Experience characters.

Voyager of the Seas

Conquer the rock-climbing wall or find your adventure on the basketball court, ice-skating rink or mini-golf course. If it’s zen you seek, achieve it poolside or at the relaxing Vitality Spa. Liven up your nights on the Royal Promenade, with parades, dancing and duty-free shopping deals. And bring along some friends – with spacious public areas, enhanced staterooms and a spectacular three-storey dining room, this ship has room for your whole crew.

Celebrity Solstice

Celebrity Solstice is one of the more decorated ships at sea, full of ‘firsts’ – like the first Lawn Club at sea. The first Hot Glass Show. The first cruise line to have 5 women redesign and redecorate the staterooms. A passion for outstanding cuisine has also taken the specialty restaurants, the food and the overall dining experience to a whole new level in the cruising world. Celebrity Solstice also has the AquaSpa by Elemis where you can pamper yourself with spa treatments.

Radiance of the Seas

Combining sleek swiftness, panoramic vistas and an array of new dining options, the newly renovated Radiance of the Seas provides a dazzling cruise experience. With acres of glass enclosing the nine-storey central atrium, lifts facing the sea and floor-to-ceiling windows throughout, you’ll never be at a loss for an incredible view. Plus, they’ve just added eight new dining experiences, ranging from casual eats at the Boardwalk Doghouse, to family style Italian fare at Giovanni’s Table, to the sizzling skewers of the Samba Grill Brazilian Steakhouse. Other new features include a Royal Babies & Tots Nursery, VIP guest lounges, and an outdoor, poolside cinema screen showing firstrun films day and night.

For itineraries and prices please call on 1800 616 434 or visit www.cruiseoffers.com.au

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Cunard’s QM2 to Circumnavigate Australa in 2014

In February 2012, Queen Mary 2 completed an historic maiden Royal Circumnavigation of Australia. The fastest, most magnificent ocean liner ever to undertake such a voyage, she charted a course around Australia in celebration of Matthew Flinders’ first circumnavigation of the continent. A record number of bookings were made within the first sale day and the voyage had sold out within weeks.
After the popularity of this voyage, Cunard is pleased to announce that Queen Mary 2 will return in February 2014 to sail her second Royal Circumnavigation of Australia.
2014 Royal Circumnavigation features:
• Roundtrip sailings available from Perth (Fremantle), Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane
• Fares start from AUD $6,499* per person twin share for an inside stateroom for 22 nights
• Past Passengers booking roundtrip sectors will receive an on board credit of USD $175 per person (applicable to the first two passengers sharing a cabin) until 31 December 2012
Bookings go on sale on 20 February 2012.
Departure dates are:
Fremantle 12 Feb 2014
Melbourne 17 Feb 2014
Sydney 19 Feb 2014
Brisbane 21 Feb 2014
To preregister please contact Travelrite International on 1800 616 434 or email balwyn@travelrite.com.au

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Queen Mary 2’s Annual World Cruise from Sydney to Hong Kong in Style

Another fantastic Travelrite International group cruise upon the famous Queen Mary 2 concluded in late March upon arrival into Hong Kong. Our group of 45 enjoyed a wonderful four week cruise from Sydney to Hong Kong with interesting ports of call as well as plenty of days at sea to enjoy the ship. The Queen Mary 2 certainly did not disappoint. We all enjoyed beautiful meals in the sumptuous Britannia Restaurant, spectacular shows in the Royal Court Theatre, fascinating lectures on history, geography and film stars as well as our own bingo, deck games and trivial pursuit.
We boarded in Sydney on 22 February 2011 and had overnight on the ship with a free day in Sydney to explore the sights and make ourselves at home on board the QM2. Our first destination was to be Christchurch but this was curtailed due to the devastating earthquake there. We instead enjoyed a lovely tour of Wellington, the New Zealand Capital. After day at sea we visited Auckland with a tour of the City of Sails. Our next port of call was Guam. Guam was the site of World War II fighting between the USA and Japan is now a popular tourist destination. We stopped at the WWII museum and beautiful Two-lover’s point.
From the heat of Guam we travelled to the cold of Japan. We berthed in Osaka and had a sightseeing tour of nearby Kyoto. During our tour of the Golden Pavilion we actually had snowfall. Our next port in Japan was to be Nagasaki, however the terrible earthquake and tsunami occurred on route and the port was closed by the time we arrived. We continued on to our fourth country; China, where we had wonderful tours of Beijing (and we saw the Forbidden City) and Shanghai (a highlight for many tour members).
Our final destination was Hong Kong which was enjoyed by all – especially the shoppers.
The Queen Mary 2 is certainly a grand Cruise Liner. I would happily recommend joining its world cruise – with a superb mix of interesting ports of call and days at sea to enjoy the ship. Photos from this tour have been loaded on our facebook page: Travelrite International. Please visit our web site for future fully inclusive escorted cruise tours: www.travelrite.com.au

Nigel Walliss
Tour Manager