Time-Sensitive Offers Directly from the Cruise Lines for October 2018

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Time-Sensitive Offers Directly from the Cruise Lines for October 2018

Cruise Line Promotions for October, From Upscale to Premium, River, Expedition and Ultra-Luxury Cruise Lines

DETROIT (Oct.12, 2018) – CruiseCompete announced cruise line promotions for the month of October 2018. To keep up with these special promotions, visit the CruiseCompete Blog at https://blog.cruisecompete.com/. These time-sensitive offers are directly from the cruise lines and may be further enhanced by a CruiseCompete agent.

Following is a list of the cruise line promotions for the month of October 2018:
Premium Cruise Lines
Princess Cruises
Princess Voyages Come With The Latest and Greatest Deals
Sail to stellar destinations across the globe and enjoy more with 3 for FREE. Embark on a Voyage of the Glaciers cruise that treats you to unrivaled glacier viewing including Glacier Bay National Park. Journey on a cruisetour — take trips by rail and go deeper into nature with stays at our Princess® wilderness lodges. Book a trip to the Great Land or another top destination during 3 for FREE, and everyone in your stateroom will enjoy a FREE stateroom location upgrade, gratuities paid for FREE on your behalf and FREE onboard spending money.
Below are just a sample of cruises included in this sale:

7-day Alaska Voyage of the Glaciers cruises, fares from $799
11-night Alaska Cruise tour GA4, fares from $1,559
7-day Alaska Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park), fares from $899
11-day Scandinavia & Russia cruises, fares from $2,389
12-day British Isles cruises, fares from $2,459
14-day Western Mediterranean & Adriatic Medley cruises, fares from $2,709
7-day Eastern Caribbean cruises, fares from $779
15-day Panama Canal - Ocean to Ocean cruises, fares from $1,699

Save up to 20%
Free Gratuities
Free upgrades

111-day World Cruise
Roundtrip Ft. Lauderdale | Pacific Princess^® Jan 5, 2019
Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses of up to $1,785 are additional.
111-day World Cruise
Roundtrip Los Angeles | Pacific Princess^® Jan 20, 2019
Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses of up to $1,940 are additional.
96-day World Cruise
Los Angeles to Ft. Lauderdale | Pacific Princess^® Jan 20, 2019
Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses of up to $1,525 are additional.
Hurry! Offer valid until November 15, 2018.
Princess: 3 For Free Everyone gets to enjoy:

Free stateroom location upgrade
Free gratuities
Free onboard spending money

Offer valid September 6 – November 19, 2018.
Princess Sunday Brunch Series
7-day Mexico cruises from $499.
Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses of up to an additional $125 on Ruby Princess® December 8, 2018.
A journey to Mexico is like no other. Experience romantic sunsets and beautiful beaches with our phenomenal California cruises. Depart from Los Angeles for a 5-day getaway to the gorgeous shores of Cabo San Lucas, a 7-day sail to the Mexican Riviera or take a 10-day cruise to the Baja Peninsula and Sea of Cortez. You can also enjoy more sunny days in the Mexican Riviera on a 10-day cruise from San Francisco.
Book by December 8, 2018.

Holland America Line
Holland America’s Special October Bonus Offer!
Receive ALL FOUR offers on ANY stateroom, plus suites also receive US$200 onboard spending money!

Signature Beverage Package
Dinner in The Pinnacle Grill
Free or Reduced Fares For 3rd/4th Guests (Taxes, Fees And Port Expenses Are Additional)
50% Reduced Deposit

NEW BONUS OFFER:
Book an ocean-view stateroom or above and receive onboard spending money, up to $400 per stateroom!
Offer expires October 31, 2018.
Plan Your Next Cruise with Incredible Extras on a Holland America Cruise
Now is the best time to embark on a one-of-a-kind journey to one of many breathtaking Holland America Line destinations. Choose from 600+ cruises and receive our best offer of the season including ALL FOUR offers below on ANY stateroom:
1. Signature Beverage Package
2. Dinner in The Pinnacle Grill
3. Free or Reduced Fares For 3rd/4th Guests (Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses Are Additional)
4. 50% Reduced Deposit
Bonus Offer For Suites: Receive the above PLUS US$200 onboard spending money per stateroom! Explore4 offer ends November 19, 2018
Ultra-Premium Cruise Lines
Cunard Line
Cunard Line’s World of Adventure Sale
Fares from $999
Grill Suite guests receive Free Drinks and Free Gratuities.
Embark on an exciting journey aboard a Cunard Queen, and let us take you to beautiful cities in far-away lands, turning dreams into reality. Explore the world in style during our World of Adventure sale.
Offer valid until January 31, 2019.

Cunard Line Offers Special When You Sail With A Queen
Free Upgrades + Free Gratuities + $150 Reduced Deposit.
Grill Suite guests also receive Free Drinks.
Step into a world of inspiration aboard the world’s only true ocean liner, Queen Mary 2, for the iconic Transatlantic Crossing, visit historic cities and incredible scenery in New England and Canada, or discover the true difference among diverse destinations on an exciting itinerary through Northern Europe with too many UNESCO world heritage sites to mention. Wherever you choose to sail, you will experience impeccable service aboard your Queen.
Reserve your stateroom by November 19, 2018.
Upscale Contemporary Cruise Lines
MSC Cruises
MSC Cruises Offers Unlimited Free Drinks Deal
Book Now And The Drinks Are On Us!
Experience the Caribbean with Drinks On Us on the Best New Ship – MSC Seaside.
7-night cruises from $509 per person.
Offer expires November 30, 2018
Ultra-Luxury Cruise Lines
Silversea Luxury Cruise Line
Experience Silversea’s Remarkable Destinations
With voyages sailing to over 900 immersive destinations on all seven continents, the choices are remarkable, and the savings are, too. Especially with everything else our fares include, from ocean-view suites, wines and spirits throughout the ship to free Wi-Fi, included gratuities, a butler for every suite and more. Take time now to plan ahead and save 10% on voyages departing on or after March 1, 2019, when you book and pay in full by October 31, 2018.
PONANT
PONANT Savings For First-Time Cruisers
Receive $600 savings per person when you book your first cruise.
Cruise must be booked between September 1 – December 31, 2018.
NEWS FROM PONANT: UP TO 25% BONUS SAVINGS ON UPCOMING SAILINGS
PONANT, the global leader in luxury polar expeditions, has availability on some of its most exciting itineraries from now into 2019 with an additional 10 to 25% bonus reduction on fares depending on the date, ship and itinerary selected.
The “Emblematic Antarctica” itinerary, for example, is one of PONANT’s signature itineraries and is an exceptional cruise into the heart of the Antarctic Peninsula’s ice floes. The unforgettable 11-day journey about Le Soleal, Le Boreal, L’Austral or Le Lyrial takes passengers up close to dreamlike landscapes and wildlife. PONANT’s gastronomic cuisine, onboard activities, evening entertainment and domestic flights from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia to board the ship (and back) are included in fares that start at $11,830 per person.
Emblematic Antarctica sailings with dates still available include departures on November 3, 11, 18, 20 in 2018, and January 25; February 14, 17, 21, 22 and March 3 in 2019.
2020 PONANT Cruises To New Zealand
If you've been eyeing PONANT’s popular cruises to New Zealand, don't wait too long, space is filling quickly. First-time travelers receive an onboard credit of $1,000 per couple plus, if you book now you can save up to 10% with PONANT Bonus Fares. A deposit must be made by December 31, 2018.
Upscale Contemporary River Cruise Lines
Emerald Waterways
Emerald Waterways Takes You From Egypt and Jordan
Egypt and Jordan are in the cradle of civilization, where some of the most revered treasures of ancient times are preserved for us to explore along the Nile River and beyond. Now, you can save up to $2,400 per couple when you reserve your once-in-a-lifetime cruise and tour to the Egypt and the Nile River with the choice to continue to explore the wonders of Jordan, including Petra, the Dead Sea and Wadi Rum. Act quickly, as this extraordinary offer ends October 31, 2018.
Save $1,200 per couple on the 10-day Cairo & Ancient Egypt River Cruise
Save $2,400 per couple on the 15-day Cairo to Amman tour & Ancient Egypt River Cruise
Luxury River Cruise Lines
Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection
2019 EARLY BOOKING SAVINGS
This extraordinary offer has been extended to October 31, 2018.
Asia, Egypt, Europe, India, Russia
SAVE up to 10% on select 2019 voyages when you book by October 31, 2018 and pay in full at time of booking.
Offer valid until October 31, 2018.
UNIWORLD’S EXPLORE THE EXOTICS OFFER
This extraordinary offer has been extended to October 31, 2018.
India, Asia, Egypt
The time to say yes to an adventure is now.
SAVE 20% on select 2018 and 2019 itineraries in India, Egypt, Vietnam & Cambodia.
Offer valid until October 31, 2018.
U.S. River Cruise Lines
American Queen Steamboat Company
New 2018 Holiday River Cruise Sale On American Queen
Special savings for a special time of year!
Fares from $1,199 per person on select 2018 cruises.
Join our American Queen Steamboat Company family for the holidays. The warm, welcoming feelings of fellowship and tradition that fill your home at this special time of year do not stop at your front door. Take your celebration afloat with one of our cozy but fabulous holiday cruises. Amid a glittering wonderland of holiday finery, let the gleeful din of chatter about treasured gifts of the past and bright hopes for the future lift your spirits. Get creative by designing an ornament and decorating cookies and your cabin door. Find the perfect gifts at amazing plantation markets and celebrate your finds with newfound friends. Merry notes fill the air from caroling, singalongs, special musical guests, and our amazing house ensembles' holiday performances. Let us do the cooking and the decorating as you just relax and take in the beauty of an unforgettable holiday voyage.
Here are a couple of the select cruises offered:
NASHVILLE TO MEMPHIS
Richard Leigh will join his Nashville Hall of Fame colleague Even Stevens aboard this star-studded cruise. Leigh is the winner of the 2015 SESAC Songwriter Legacy Award, has had seven Song of the Year nominations, and is enjoying an esteemed career that spans four decades and includes nine No. 1 records. Our house ensemble will also delight you with its special holiday performance.
Vessel: American Duchess
Date: Dec. 2, 2018
Theme: American Music Cruise
Fares From:
$2,699 $1,699 pp (IS Cabin)
$4,499 $2,699 pp (VS Cabin)
NEW ORLEANS TO MEMPHIS
It's markets, magic, meals, and music aboard this heartwarming cruise! Browse unique local gifts and suspend your disbelief for a mind-blowing magic show by guest artist Danté. Then savor a succulent holiday dinner, see dancers re-create a period ball at Nottoway Plantation, and enjoy a guest gala at its famed Randolph Ballroom.
Vessel: American Queen
Date: Dec. 2, 2018
Theme: Holiday - Christmas Markets
Fares From:
$2,699 $1,999 pp (D Cabin - Outside stateroom with bay window)
$3,599 $2,199 pp (C Cabin - Outside stateroom with open veranda)
Offer runs out December 23, 2018.
American Steamboat: There is Still Time to Book Early and Save
Save up to $1,200 per stateroom
Whether you choose a memorable journey through America's heartland on the iconic American Queen® or elegant American Duchess™ or prefer to explore the lush Pacific Northwest on the American Empress® -- the largest overnight riverboat west of the Mississippi River -- a voyage with American Queen Steamboat Company will show you America from a new perspective.
INCLUSIONS:

Hotel stay before most voyages -- includes breakfast, taxes, porterage, and transfers to the vessel
Signature Hop-On Hop-Off Shore Excursions included in each port of call
Wine and beer with dinner
Coffee, tea, cappuccino, espresso, bottled water, and soft drinks
Daily lectures by the Riverlorian, our resident history and culture expert
Acclaimed entertainment worthy of Broadway
Special guest performances and lectures

Special rates until November 30 only.
Sweet Southern Harmony Experience With American Queen Steamboat Company
Discover the sights and sounds of America's rivers and the roots from which sprung a variety of musical genres. Whether it is the sound of New Orleans Dixieland jazz, the strains of the uniquely American Delta blues, or the rock and soul of Memphis, the rich heritage of the music of the South lives on in the high notes of these special themed cruises. On the American Duchess, two star-studded voyages explore the tunes of the nation through the ages, with standout guest entertainers, including award-winning songwriter Even Stevens, and our talented house performers. The American Queen serves up some homegrown harmonies on her own music-themed cruise, including a host of fun onboard activities. Get in the groove by booking one of these special journeys today!
Save up to $1,600 per stateroom. Offer valid until December 30, 2018.
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