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| Wine & Gastronomic Cruises August 2010 |
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How would you like to experience an exciting cruise while exploring your destination's unique wine and cuisine traditions? Considering that cruise ships visit some of the best culinary destinations in the world, here's a way to combine both pleasures. Our Food & Wine themed cruises are not simply about food and wine, but the tradition, knowledge and complexity that accompany it. You'll see some of the most enchanting places in the world up close while discovering the tastes of each culture. Here are a few of the many cruises WLCVacations offers! |
Wine and Culinary Yacht Cruise on the Columbia and Snake Rivers
 Become modern-day explorers, discovering America's extraordinary and "secret" wine regions in the spectacular setting of the Columbia River Gorge. Sample award-winning wine and cruise through history, witnessing the natural beauty and taste of the Pacific Northwest... All in the comfort of a luxury yacht without the worries of driving!
An exclusive, sublime yet exciting, cruise/tour through Washington's ideal wine grape growing regions is available for individual staterooms and private charter aboard the 36-passenger yacht Safari Explorer. This yacht features six top category staterooms, two being two-room suites with French balconies, with combination Jacuzzi tubs/showers; all eighteen staterooms have Tempur-pedic mattresses, heated tile floors in all bathrooms, robes, slippers, hair dryers, and view windows.
Each wine and culinary cruise includes guest experts such as Sommeliers, Vintners or other wine experts and Chefs or Culinary Arts specialists who will conduct tastings and cooking demonstrations. Guests will receive a gift of the ultimate winery guide, "Wine Trails of Washington," by Steve Roberts. This specialty cruise also includes five private wine tours and tastings including a cave luncheon, daily narrative and discussions, and complimentary massage, yoga classes, hot tub and sauna... and much more!
7 Nights / 8 Days from $4,895 per person. More Info |
Epicurean Adventurer Program through Europe
Europe draws travelers in with the wondrous allure of her history, architecture, art, and culture. Imagine discovering the unique scenic treasures of Europe from the luxurious serenity of your river cruise ship. Sailing Europe's glorious rivers -the Danube, Main, Rhine, and Moselle- not only will you will discover the heart of Europe's charming waterside villages, exciting cultural centers, but you will also be introduced to fantastic local cuisine and wine traditions while enjoying the most relaxing way to vacation. An Epicurean Adventurer program is available for the Grand European Discovery cruise aboard the River Countess and Legendary Rhine cruise aboard the River Queen. These 134 passenger ships feature lavishly appointed river view staterooms with vanity, generous built-in closets, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat for air conditioning and heat, direct-dial telephone, flat-screen TV with satellite, bottled water, coffee machine, bottle of wine upon arrival, fruit and cookie plate, shoe shine, and bathroom with L'Occitane bath and body products, magnifying mirror, and plush bathrobes and slippers.  Grand European DiscoveryTravel aboard the River Countess, along three majestic rivers - the legendary Rhine, the meandering Main, and the enchanting Danube- where you'll be inspired at every turn. You'll touch history in Switzerland, France, Germany, and Austria. Visit wonderfully preserved towns that offer a glimpse into life as it must have been lived centuries ago in Miltenberg, with its crooked streets and leaning houses, and Strasbourg's Petite France, which is lined with canals. Explore legendary landmarks -the Niederwald Monument in Rüdesheim, the 900-year-old Melk Abbey, and the UNESCO World Heritage Würzburg Residenz Palace. Enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride through the enchanting Bavarian Forest. And get a taste of culinary diversity while indulging in wiener schnitzel in Austria, sipping fine Rheingau and Franconian wines, and drinking hearty beers from Germany. Connoisseurs of wine, beer, and food will savor the delicious beverages and cuisine native to this great region. Come discover what's grand about Europe on this all-encompassing adventure with lots of scenic sailing and leisurely sightseeing. 14 Nights / 15 Days from $3,899 per person. More Info Legendary Rhine & Moselle
Travel through five amazing countries along the legendary Rhine and vineyard-rich Moselle rivers starting off in vibrant, canal-lined Amsterdam. You'll traipse south on the path of historic legends and sail the fabled Rhine River Valley. Cruise past some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, where fairytale castles and historic sites greet you at every turn. Sail aboard the River Queen through the meandering and romantic Moselle River, the Rhine's breathtaking tributary. Be enchanted by scenery of sylvan woods, ancient Roman ruins, and vineyards where vines cling bravely to spectacularly steep slopes. Step into the pages of fairytales as you visit postcard-perfect towns such as Koblenz, Cochem, Trier, Bernkastel, Rüdesheim, Strasbourg, and Colmar. Indulge in the Moselle's distinguished vintages of full-bodied Rieslings as you pay homage to one of Europe's most charming river valleys, and enjoy a unique wine tasting at a vintner's private estate in the idyllic village of Ediger-Eller. Connoisseurs of food and wine will savor hearty meals, delicate pastries, fine chocolates, and full-bodied Rieslings. Art aficionados and nature lovers will treasure an abundance of museums, castles, distinctive architecture, and spectacular natural scenery. 12 Nights / 13 Days from $3,299 per person. More Info |
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