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Rhapsody of the Seas%lt;br%gt;16 Night Hawaii and Tahiti Cruise%lt;br%gt;Honolulu to Sydney

Rhapsody of the Seas
16 Night Hawaii and Tahiti Cruise
Honolulu to Sydney
PACKAGE DEAL

Ship: Rhapsody of the Seas
Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean International
Cruise Date:  29 September 2010
Duration: 16 Nights
Ports: Honolulu, Moorea, Papeete, Bora Bora, Raiatea, Sydney
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Honolulu
Airport gateway (Departure) : Sydney

Itinerary

* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected

 

Package Deal Pricing

Number of Passengers

• One-Way Economy Class airfare from Sydney to Honolulu
• 3 nights pre-cruise hotel stay at the Pacific Beach Resort, Honolulu including breakfast
• Transfer from airport to hotel and hotel to port
• 16 night cruise from Honolulu to Sydney on Rhapsody of the Seas
• Port charges, on board gratuities and taxes
 


* All prices quoted are PER PERSON in Australian Dollars and include Port Charges.

Air Travel Included
Airline Hawaiian Airlines
From
To Honolulu
Class Of Travel Economy Class - One Way - Rules

Includes air taxes (subject to change).

Hotel Stay Included Before Cruise
Hotel Pacific Beach Hotel Honolulu
Location Honolulu
Checkin Date 26 September 2010
Checkout Date 29 September 2010

Every room offers a spectacular view, whether it is panoramas of the lush mountains that provide a stunning backdrop to Waikiki, the azure Pacific Ocean, Diamond Head or the golden fringe of Waikiki Beach.

* Purchase of additional accommodation may be required, depending on flight schedules.

Cruise - Rhapsody of the Seas

CabinPackage
Category M - Inside Stateroom$3876
Category JS - Junior Suite$7231

 

Ports

Honolulu

Home to nearly half a million people, Honolulu is Hawaii's state capital and only major city. The city of Honolulu and the island of Oahu offer a wealth of historic, cultural and scenic attractions. Beyond the city lie tropical rain forests, the lush Pali Lookout and the North Shore known for its excellent surfing beaches.

Country - USA (Hawaii)
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - US Dollar (USD)

Places of Interest
Waikiki Beach, Pali Lookout, Lolani Palace

Moorea

It is an island of steep vertiginous mountains where most of its 14,000 people live along the naro discover the Polynesia of Melville, Gauguin and Michener, you must visitrow coastal shelf, with a backdrop of lush green mountains rushing upwards to fill the sky. French Polynesia is made up of some 130 islands, of which Tahiti is the best known. Just 12 miles across the lagoon from Tahiti lies Moorea.

Country - French Polynesia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 19kms
Currency - Pacific Francs (XPF)

Places of Interest
Afareaitu, Papetoai, Cook's and Opunohu Bays

Papeete

A look beyond its bustling waterfront will reveal the island paradise French artist Paul Gauguin came to explore and embrace. The island’s lush interior is a canvas of deep green valleys, 7,000 feet-high peaks and cascading waterfalls. On the south shore lies the Gauguin Museum at Mataiea while at Tautira on the north coast, other famous names like Captain Cook and Robert Louis Stevenson came to call. Back in Papeete, visit the restored ancient temple of Arahurahu Marae or shop for cultured black pearls.


Country - French Polynesia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 5kms
Currency - Pacific Francs (XPF)

Places of Interest

Point Venus, Gauguin Museum, Tahara Hill and Matavai Bay

Bora Bora

No name captures the imagination of paradise as well as the French Polynesian island nation of Bora Bora. Majestic mountains sculpted by ancient volcanoes, a shimmering lagoon and a barrier reef dotted with tiny motu or islets welcome visitors to perhaps the most stunning island in the South Pacific, and generations of travelers — including novelist James Michener — regarded Bora Bora as an earthly paradise. Approximately, a mere 4,600 people live a seemingly idyllic lifestyle in the main villages of Vaitape, Anau and Faanui.

Country - French Polynesia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 5kms
Currency - Pacific Francs (XPF)

Places of Interest
Vaitape, Mareas, Beaches and Lagoons

Raiatea

Raiatea's importance as both a religious and historical center for all of Polynesia is complimented by a wealth of archaeological sites, tropical scenery and reef fringed lagoons. Considered the second largest island in the Society Islands, Raiatea is situated approximately 120 miles northwest of Tahiti. It shares a sparkling lagoon with neighboring island Tahaa. Raiatea's main village is Uturoa, with a population of over 10,000. This bustling port town features a colorful market with arts and crafts shops along the waterfront. 

 

Country - French Polynesia 
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 3kms
Currency - Pacific Franc  (XFP)

Places of Interest
Taputapuatea Archaeological Site

Sydney

Sydney is Australia's largest city, which is the number one tourist destination in the country. It offers a multitude of sights such as the famous Opera House and distinctive Harbour Bridge of course. You can travel back in time with a visit to Sydney’s oldest centre – The Rocks. Take a city tour to take in Sydney Tower, Darling Harbour and Chinatown. Bask on Bondi Beach for a dose of sun, sea and sand. Or travel a little further afield for a glimpse of the Aussie wildlife and views of the Blue Mountains.

Country - Australia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Australian Dollars (AUD)

Places of Interest
Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour, Hyde Park, Bondi Beach

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Cruise line info

Royal Caribbean International

Royal Caribbean International

Royal Caribbean International, the cruise line that delivers the "Wow!" and the one that put rock-climbing walls and ice-skating rinks on cruise ships. Whether you've sailed with us before or have just seen our commercials on TV, you may have the sense that we're not your average cruise line.

With more than 120 destinations worldwide and an amazing array of exciting shore excursions and cruisetour options, we're reaching out to vacationers eager to try something new – whether it's glacier-trekking in Alaska, swimming with stingrays in the Caribbean or strolling the Champs Élysées in Paris.

Royal Caribbean International has updated their smoking policy to stand in line with the Royal Caribbean Vitality wellness program. This introduces smoke free zones in all staterooms and suites, most public areas except for designated bars and lounges. For more details click here.

 

Ship info

Rhapsody of the Seas

With dramatic walls of glass and retractable canopy, Rhapsody of the Seas has already embarked on the course other cruise ships will someday follow. When you're not enjoying the magnificent ocean views, you'll be relaxing in the soothing ShipShape® Day Spa, swimming in one of the two pools, taking a much-needed whirlpool or catching up with friends over your favorite drink in one of our eight lounges.

Dining

  • Edelweiss Dining Room
  • Windjammer Cafe
Entertainment

  • Shall We Dance Lounge
  • Casino Royale
  • Moonlight Bay Lounge
  • Schooner Bar
  • Broadway Melodies Theatre
  • Champagne Bar
  • Explorer's Club
Onboard Activities

  • Library
  • Card Room
  • Crown & Anchor Study
  • ShipShape Day Spa & Fitness Centre
  • Jacuzzis
  • Indoor/Outdoor Pool
  • Walking Track
  • FantaSeas Teen Centre
  • Adventure Ocean
  • Rock Climbing Wall
  • Internet Cafe


    Ship facts

    Ship Details
    Gross Tonnage 78,491 Tonnes
    Star Rating 4 Star
    Size/Style of Ship Large/Resort
    Entered Service May 1997
    Registry Bahamas
    Former Name N/A
    Length 279 metres
    Beam 32.2 metres
    Draft 7.6 Metres
    Propulsion/Propellers diesel-electric (50,400kW)/2
    Maximum Cruising Speed (knots) 22
    Passenger Capacity (twin) 2,000
    Crew 765
    Nationality of Officers International
    Nationality of Crew International
    Total Cabins 1,000
    Total Inside cabins 407
    Total Outside cabins 593
    Cabin/Suites with Balcony 229
    Wheelchair Accessible Cabins 14
    Passenger Decks 11
    Cabin Electricity 110v and 220v
    Elevators 11
    Self-Service Laundry No
    Onboard Currency (subject to change) US Dollar

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