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A montage of the delicious food on board Oceania Cruises Riviera cruise ship – brought to you by The Luxury Cruise Company

Shaw TV’s Karen Elgersma takes you inside “Crystal Serenity”, a luxurious cruise ship that stopped in Victoria during its trip around the world.

Opulent and magnificent — get ready for a new class of luxury liner unlike any other. MSC Magnifica is the latest ‘Musica-class’ luxury cruise ship from MSC Cruises. After a stunning christening ceremony in Hamburg, the stunning MSC Magnifica cruise ship came into service in March 2010, offering a whole host of exciting travel destinations. A revolutionary and groundbreaking cruise ship, MSC Magnifica marries extraordinary comfort with pioneering design and technology to offer outstanding energy efficiency and environmental performance. The MSC Magnifica ship carries 2500 passengers and most can enjoy the luxury of a sea-facing cabin with balcony. Lucky guests on MSC Magnifica are expertly looked after by a 1000-strong crew, enjoying the best of modern Italian style as they embark on their chosen voyage. At the heart of MSC Magnifica is a lush haven of tranquillity, the luxurious MSC AUREA Spa. This sumptuous wellness centre offers a myriad of relaxation options from saunas and Turkish baths to a fitness centre, beauty salon, Thalassotherapy room, relaxation area and massage rooms. Why not give in to the magic of an authentic Balinese massage from professional masseurs? Recreation options onboard MSC Magnifica are endless. Soak up the sun in the solarium or choose from 3 swimming pools, one under the ingenious ‘Magrodome’ retractable roof — perfect for winter cruising. Anyone for tennis… or basketball for that matter, not to mention jogging! MSC Magnifica boasts all …

SEABOURN QUEST Seabourn Quest is the third iteration of the vessel design that has been called “a game-changer for the luxury segment.” Built at the T. Mariotti shipyard in Genoa, she was named in Barcelona on June 20, 2011. True to her Seabourn bloodlines, wherever she sails around the world, Seabourn Quest carries with her a bevy of award-winning dining venues that are comparable to the finest restaurants to be found anywhere. Seabourn Quest offers a variety of dining options to suit every taste and every mood, with never an extra charge. The Restaurant is the main dining venue on board, serving multi-course breakfasts, luncheons and dinners in an open-seating style amid a refined setting of gleaming white linens, polished alabaster walls, flowing sheer draperies and glittering crystal chandeliers. Menus reflect an insistence on fresh, high-quality ingredients, masterful preparation and appealing presentations. In a signature Seabourn salute to personalization, guests are invited to order from the Restaurant menu during extended service hours, and have their meal served in the privacy of their suites or on their verandas. Located all the way aft on Deck 8, the Colonnade is a more casual, very popular indoor/outdoor option serving lavish station-style buffet breakfasts and lunches. Dinners in the Colonnade are regionally-themed menus prepared in the open kitchen and served at table. Restaurant 2 is an intimate setting where guests can enjoy innovative small-plates …

Hyacinth and Richard prepare for their luxury stay on the QE2. Yet traffic, a muddy field and too much luggage result in a disastrous start to a holiday that only gets much worse for Hyacinth when she has reason to believe Onslow and Daisy have stowed-away and are also onboard the luxury cruise. Guest starring Lord Lichfield as himself. (Part 1 of 6) Episode 32 — Title — “Sea Fever” – Directed by Harold Snoad – Written by Roy Clarke – Original airdate 26 December 1993 — Duration 60 minutes

Oceania Cruises: Marina Cruise Today Ship Report The 1250-guest, mid-sized luxury cruise ship ‘Marina’ is Oceania Cruises’ first new-build. She set new standards in cruising when she launched in January 2011 which will be matched when her sister ship Riviera launches in April 2012.

Promotional film for the luxury cruise line Seabourn. We are introduced to Seabourn’s dedicated and highly trained staff through a series of 6 interviews. The film was shot on HDV with film lens adaptor for a high end feel.

An insightful spotlight on the merits of small ship yacht cruises and charters over cruise vacations on larger ships. American Safari Cruises.

Life on board a luxurious Crystal Cruise from the offical Crystal Cruises video tour – for more information or to book your next Crystal Cruise please visit www.topdrawerholidays.co.uk

First look at the NEW Seabourn Quest luxury cruise ship, brought to you by The Luxury Cruise Company