You’ve sailed around the Hawaiian Islands, did the cruise to Alaska and the Caribbean and now you’re looking for new shores to discover. Well, how about Asia? Many travelers who seek out high seas adventures shy away from Asian sailings because they are among the most expensive on the market. However, if you take advantage of early-bird savings you can avoid draining your bank account on a single trip.
Take a look:
HOLLAND AMERICA
This upscale cruise of China and Japan comes highly recommended by several travel publications. The epic 14-night odyssey aboard Statendam departs on March 26, 2008 from Kobe, Japan and includes visits to Shanghai, Beijing, and Dalian in China; Pusan in South Korea; Nagasaki in Japan; and six days at sea. The voyage ends in Hong Kong. If you book through CruisesOnly right now you’ll receive 36% off the brochure price, with inside cabins selling for $1,999.
SEABOURN SPIRIT
This next Asian voyage deal comes courtesy of Orbitz. It too departs in March, but this high seas cruise take place on the exclusive Seabourn Spirit. For about $4,000 per person (a discount of 25% off rack rates), you get a luxurious suite on the five-star yacht and an eight-night voyage around China from Hong Kong to Shanghai with stops in Xiamen, Zhangjiagang, and Nanjing, with cruising time on the scenic Yangtze River and two entire days at sea.
SILVER WHISPER
If you have ever dreamed of exploring Malaysia and Thailand in style–now’s your chance. Vacation Outlet is currently offering a discount package on the five-star Silver Whisper. The 9-night journey departs Singapore roundtrip and is normally priced at nearly $9,000, but if you book early the price drops to $5,250 per person. The ship stops in three Southeast Asian countries: Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand. Ports of call include the beautiful Langkawi archipelago in Malaysia and Thailand’s resort island of Phuket. A day at sea is also a part of the luxe itinerary.
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