italy - greece - croatia

ITALY - GREECE - CROATIA
7 night Cruise with 4 nights in Venice, Italy
MSC MAGNIFICA
ITINERARY
DAY
DATE
PORT
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
ACTIVITY*
1
Sat, Sep 17, 2016
Venice, Italy
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4:30 PM
Docked
2
Sun, Sep 18, 2016
Bari, Italy
11:00 AM
5:00 PM
Docked
3
Mon, Sep 19, 2016
Katakolon, Greece
11:00 AM
5:00 PM
Docked
4
Tue, Sep 20, 2016
Mykonos, Greece
8:00 AM
8:00 PM
Docked/Tender
5
Wed, Sep 21, 2016
Piraeus, Greece
7:30 AM
7:30 PM
Docked
6
Thu, Sep 22, 2016
At Sea
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-
-
7
Fri, Sep 23, 2016
Dubrovnik, Croatia
9:00 AM
3:00 PM
Docked
8
Sat, Sep 24, 2016
Venice, Italy
9:00 AM
-
Docked
*Itinerary and schedule is subject to change.
Balcony stateroom, category B2, Fantastica: $1,107 per person (double occupancy)
Past passengers & active, veteran and retired military personnel can enjoy an additional discount.
All prices included taxes & port fees.
SPACE IS LIMITED, SEND IN YOUR $200 DEPOSIT TODAY AND RESERVE YOUR STATEROOM!
 Venice package - 4 nights: $400 per person additional
 Air: If you have frequent flyer miles you are
welcome to use them, or you can book your
own air or contact Jamison Travel.
Current air from Philadelphia is: $1150 (non-stop)
(Based on current prices, price subject to change)
What is included
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First night in Venice (double occupancy)
Round trip transfers from airport to hotel
Round trip transfers from hotel to port
7 night cruise on the MSC Magnifica
3 Nights at 4* Crowne Plaza Hotel - Venice
What's not included:
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Round trip air
Shore excursions
Specialty restaurant fees
Some beverages
Photographs
Gratuities/service fees
Medical services
Aqua Spa service, etc
 Vacation Protection
For more information call: June @ Jamison Travel & Tours 888-398-6258
Email: [email protected]
A $200 deposit will hold your cabin (check or credit card)
Mail deposit to: Jamison Travel & Tours - 2091 Oakford Road, Sarasota, FL 34240
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Port of Venice: An Overview
Of all the cities in the world, only Paris comes remotely close to matching Venice in terms of sheer beauty and
romance. You've seen it in photos and films, but there's no substitute for the reality -- the shimmering Grand
Canal, the gondolas slipping down watery alleyways, the elegant palazzos emerging straight from the sea.
Venice once ruled the Mediterranean as a shipping power, amassing vast wealth and producing some of Europe's
greatest artistic and cultural treasures. But, over the centuries, Venice has declined a bit and now has less than
half the population it had at its peak. What remains of its former grandeur -- the crumbling palaces, the
sumptuous art in its museums and churches, the fantastic rituals of Carnevale -- makes Venice a living tribute to
the past.
Aside from a number of charming squares, such as the famous Piazza San Marco, Venice is mostly composed of a
warren of narrow canals and streets spread over more than 100 islands. These tangled passageways are an
attraction among themselves. There are few better cities to simply get lost in, particularly if you want to escape
the tourist hordes that clog the main arteries around San Marco and the Rialto Bridge.
So once you've seen the major sights, fold up your map, and set off on foot. You'll discover pretty, residential
neighborhoods with colorful flowerboxes in the windows and clean laundry billowing in the breeze. You'll discover
tiny trattorias where the locals enjoy the catch of the day. And, away from the vaporetti (water taxis) and
motorboat traffic on the Grand Canal, you'll discover one more pleasure of this place, aptly dubbed La
Serenissima -- the unexpected quiet of a city without cars.
Bari Cruise Port
Port of Bari: An Overview
Bari, which lies in the Puglia, or Apulia, region of southern Italy (around the heel of the country's "boot" shape)
is the kind of port cruise passengers dream about. It boasts a delightfully sunny, palm-lined promenade and
broad boulevards with designer shops and top-quality restaurants. And, its lovely medieval Old Town is so
atmospheric it could be the set for a particularly romantic version of "Romeo and Juliet" with its balconied
houses, pretty courtyards, Baroque and Romanesque churches, chapels, shops and courtyards.
Beyond the city itself lies beautiful Puglia, which is endowed with a sandy coastline, 60 million olive trees,
Roman ruins, vast golden wheat fields and the distinctive whitewashed, grey, conical-roofed houses known as
the Trulli.
Bari is growing in popularity as a cruise port. Big-ship lines -- including P&O, Costa, Royal Caribbean and
Celebrity Cruises -- are now visiting there, in addition to the small, upmarket ships of Seabourn, Silversea,
Azamara and Oceania Cruises.
This is one port guaranteed to deliver a memorable day ashore -- and even have you planning to come back
for a longer visit.
Port of Katakolon (Olympia): An Overview
The scenic seaside Greek town of Katakolon, with a population around 3,000, is your typical small-town cruise
port -- cafes lace the waterfront, shops sell T-shirts, hats and jewelry, and a small beach draws swimmers and
sandcastle-builders. But that's not why ships make the town a destination. They arrive because Katakolon
serves as the cruise gateway to ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games.
Drive 40 minutes from Katakolon, and you are transported back thousands of years. Stroll the site of Olympia,
and you walk in the footsteps of the earliest Greek and Roman athletes -- wrestlers, chariot drivers, discus
throwers, runners and long-jumpers -- who vied for glory and the gods' favor. Stand alongside the massive
columns, and, with the tales of a good guide, you can envision the once magnificent temples, the crowded
gymnasium and the runners readying on the track. Alexander the Great, Nero, Plato and Aristotle are among
those who watched the games from where you stand.
More than 3 million people annually visit the site and its companion facility, the Archaeological Museum of
Olympia, a treasure trove of pieced-together sculptures and statues that once adorned the ancient structures.
En route to the grounds, you travel through the fertile valleys of the Western Peloponnese region.
Strawberries, watermelons, tomatoes, wheat and corn fill the fields; behind them rise groves of olive trees.
The rich soil also suits grapes. At the Domaine Mercouri winery, about 3 kilometers from Katakolon's dock,
you can sit in the shade of centuries-old cypress trees, sipping noted red and white wines.
Port of Mykonos: An Overview
In the early 1960s, shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis "discovered" the Greek island of Mykonos and
brought Jackie Kennedy there -- and soon, the island became an exclusive playground for
celebrities like Grace Kelly, Brigitte Bardot and members of the Versace family.
Today, it's more democratic, a noisy, bustling, bursting-at-the-seams place with something for
everyone, from singles to gay couples to families. You'll find quiet stretches of sand, party
beaches, waterfront cafes, shopping in every price range (both international brands and local
crafts), water sports and delicious food (especially fresh fish). Scores of people, looking to
experience the internationally renowned gold-tinged beaches and sweaty, pulsating nightlife,
descend upon the tiny island during the packed high season, which lasts from the Greek Orthodox
Easter celebration (usually in April or early May) through September.
After the cruise season, Mykonos gets quieter, but it does not shut down. Restaurants in the
principal tourist areas -- the beaches and waterfront -- are generally open from March until
November. Spots where locals eat or where business is good year-round remain open.
The largest town on the island is Mykonos town, also known as Chora or Hora; a few miles inland is
the village of Ano Mera. The subject of many paintings by local artists, Mykonos is a feast for the
eyes, with its azure waters, houses painted white with brightly colored shutters, bougainvillea
trees in bloom, iconic windmills and colorful fishing boats. Visitors love to explore the shops,
restaurants, cafes and churches on the narrow streets off the harbor.
Port of Athens (Piraeus): An Overview
Athens wowed the world as host to the 2004 Olympic Games. While Olympic sports venues have languished in disuse
since, the Games sparked the transformation of Central Athens and brought enhancements to transportation and
infrastructure that have improved Greece's capital.
Cruise passengers flying in to board ships in Athens -- once a tortuous process of driving through dreary, traffic-clogged
streets -- will notice how speedy the transit from airport to port is now, courtesy of a fast freeway straight to the port of
Piraeus.
And the city's Metro underground system, which was extensively overhauled before the Games hit town, now provides
a cheap, safe and efficient way of getting around for sightseeing if you have the luxury of a few pre- or post-cruise days
in the city.
The most spectacular sites -- which include the Parthenon, Acropolis, Odeon and Temple of Athena -- are now more
easily accessible, thanks to an Olympics-linked project that created a network of pretty, shop- and restaurant-lined
pedestrian-friendly streets linking the city's major monuments and sites of historic interest.
Many monuments also have received facelifts, and some fine neoclassical architecture in the city's Plaka and Thissio
districts was restored, with once-dingy frontages repainted in soft shades of lemon, pistachio and ochre.
Syntagma Square has been reborn as a tree-filled haven from which to take in the city's gorgeous neoclassical
Parliament building and catch the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. (Yes, that means you get
to watch those men in frilly skirts, elaborate waistcoats and bobbled shoes do their high-kicking thing.)
Athens, once (in some parts, still) one of the most frenetic and traffic-polluted cities in the world, now owns a real buzz
and is well worth spending a few days in if your cruise starts or ends there.
Port of Dubrovnik: An Overview
Dubrovnik is a great walking city for lovers of culture and history, with centuries-old monasteries,
churches, synagogues and even one of the oldest operating pharmacies in Europe. But, if you're
looking for a day of relaxation between busy tours in marquee cities, it's also a gorgeous spot to
simply sit and watch the world go by amid red-roofed stone buildings and the sparkling, aqua
Adriatic Sea.
The medieval-era Old Town is a walled city, and from above -- you can walk the 1.3-mile stretch
some 80 feet above ground level for spectacular views -- it is reminiscent of Venice, just on a
smaller scale (and with marble alleyways instead of canals). Like the Italian city, which lies just to
the northwest, Old Town Dubrovnik is free of vehicular traffic and dotted with Renaissance
churches and fountains, with a rich history as a trading port. In lieu of canals, you'll find narrow,
cobblestone streets where pedestrians stroll from shop to shop, dine and drink at al fresco cafes
and soak up the sun.
Dubrovnik is nestled in the southwestern corner of Croatia, a boomerang-shaped country directly
across the Adriatic Sea from Italy's east coast, under which lies Bosnia and Herzegovina. The
atmosphere is light and welcoming, due in no small part to the city's gorgeous setting on the
Dalmatian Coast, which can be appreciated on one of the many boat tours offered from the Old
Town harbor. Nearby beaches are also accessible; tours further inland include country bike rides
and wine-tasting.
The port is a mainstay on Eastern Mediterranean cruise itineraries, sprinkled among greatest-hits
stops like Athens, Venice and so many Greek Isles. Most Eastern Mediterranean cruises set sail from
spring through fall, though winter cruising is gaining popularity.
Crowne Plaza VENICE EAST - QUARTO D'ALTINO
Viale Della Resistenza 18/20, Quarto Daltino , IT 30020
The
sophisticated Crowne Plaza Venice East-Quarto d'Altino hotel is your peaceful retreat, a 10 minute shuttle
from Venice Marco Polo Airport. It's a minute's walk to Quarto d'Altino rail station , within only 20 minutes you
will reach Venice Center and embrace the beauties of the Grand Canal, Saint Marco and Rialto Bridge.
Set among the Roman Archaeological area of Quarto d'Altino, you'll find Crowne Plaza Venice East-Quarto
d'Altino offering bright, fresh rooms and gourmet dining. Step into the polished Lobby where friendly Front
Desk staff can point you towards our garden terrace or ask the Concierge to arrange your gondola tour or
economic shuttle to Venice Port . Free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the Hotel. The fixed-scheduled shuttle bus
takes ten minutes from Venice Marco Polo Airport to the hotel. Reservation is required 24 hours in advance by
email at [email protected]. Il Campiello restaurant serves sumptuous dishes like Coquilles Saint Jacques
shellfish and pasta. Enjoy a cappuccino in the bar or unwind with a glass of Prosecco in the terrace. Our
modern Fitness Centre has a sauna and a Mini Gym. Choose Crowne Plaza Venice East-Quarto d'Altino as
your base for discovering Italy's ancient floating city, the Adriatic Coast and historic Treviso and Padova.
Distance: 4.87 Miles from Venice, Italy (VCE - Marco Polo)
Amenities• Accessible facilities• Currency Exchange• Ice Machine• Porters• Bath Tub• Desk with Lamp• In
Room Movies• Restaurant• Bidet• DVD Player• Ironing Board• Room Service• Business center• FAX• Maid
Service• Satellite TV• Coffee Maker in Room• Free Newspaper• Mini Bar• Temperature Control• Computer in
Room• • Outlet Adapters• Tennis• Concierge Desk• Hairdryer in Room• Overhead Projector• TV• High-speed
Internet• Dining: CampielloRelax in the spacious and elegant surroundings of the bar area or in our innovative
Il Campiello Restaurant, where traditional cuisine blends perfectly with new style dishes born from the creativity
of some of Italy's greatest culinary minds.
Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 12:00 PM