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Saga Sapphire
31 Nights A Caribbean Celebration
Southampton Return

Ship: Saga Sapphire
Cruise Line: Saga Cruises
Departures:  17 November 2012
Duration: 31 Nights
Ports: Southampton, Praia da Vitoria, Azores, St Johns (Antigua), Roseau, Dominica, Castries, St Lucia, St Georges, Grenada, El Guamache, Margarita Island, Port of Spain, Trinidad, Bridgetown, Barbados, Kingstown, St. Vincent, St Vincent, Fort-de-France, Pointe A Pitre, Guadeloupe, Philipsburg, St Maarten, Ponta Delgada, El Ferrol, London, Southampton
Airport gateway (Arrival) : London
Airport gateway (Departure) : London

Itinerary

Date

Port

Arrive

Depart

17 Nov 2012

Southampton, UK

 

1700

18-20 Nov 2012

At Sea

 

 

21 Nov 2012

Praia de Vitoria, Terceira, Azores

0800

1600

22-26 Nov 2012

At Sea

 

 

27 Nov 2012

St John’s, Antigua

0900

1800

28 Nov 2012

Roseau, Dominica

0800

2300

29 Nov 2012

Castries, St Lucia

0800

1800

30 Nov 2012

St George’s, Grenada

0800

1800

1 Dec 2012

El Guamache, Margarita

0800

1800

2 Dec 2012

Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago

0800

1700

3 Dec 2012

Bridgetown, Barbados

0800

2300

4 Dec 2012

Kingstown, St Vincent

0800

1800

5 Dec 2012

Fort de France, Martinique

0800

1800

6 Dec 2012

Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe

0800

1800

7 Dec 2012

Philisburg, St Maarten

0800

1300

8-12 Dec 2012

At Sea

 

 

13 Dec 2012

Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel, Azores

1300

1900

14-15 Dec 2012

At Sea

 

 

16 Dec 2012

El Ferrol, Spain

0800

1700

17 Dec 2012

At Sea

 

 

18 Dec 2012

Southampton, UK

0800

 

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

 

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Ports

Southampton

London is one of the world's most visited cities and a major tourist hub for many European journeys. London has the greatest concentration of tourist attractions in Britain with Westminster Abbey, Regent Street, Picadilly and the British Parliament as well as the nightlife and shopping to last a lifetime. A definate must see for anyone who is visiting Europe

Country - United Kingdom
Distance from port to City - 110kms
Distance from port to Airport - 135kms
Currency - UK Pound (GBP)

Places of Interest
Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, House of Parliament

Praia da Vitoria

Nestling on the eastern shores of Terceira Island, the picturesque port of Praia da Vitória has a large bay with a sandy beach. Praia da Vitória's pretty parish church is remarkable for its Manueline architecture, gold Baroque side chapel and an interesting 18th-century Christmas crib.

Country - Portugal
Distance to Airport - kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

St Johns (Antigua)

Surrounded by an almost unbroken Coral Reef, Antigua’s powdery white-sand beaches are legendary. It is said there are 365 beaches, one for each day of the year, and almost as many dive and snorkel sites to enjoy. You can visit historic Nelson’s Dockyard for a look into the island’s naval past or stroll the streets of St. John’s, seeking out local crafts.

Country -
Antigua and Barbuda
Distance from port to City -
0kms
Distance from port to Airport -
10kms
Currency -
East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)

Places of Interest
Nelson's Dockyard, Great Bird Island National Park, Shirley Heights

Roseau

Dominica is one of its most spectacular islands in the Caribbean as it is still quite undeveloped in most areas. An environmental wonderland, Dominica is home to lush rain forests, dramatic waterfalls and black-sand beaches all surrounded by shimmering turquoise waters under glorious blue skies.

Country - Dominica
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 5kms
Currency - East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)

Places of Interest
Trios Piton National Park, Champagne Reef, Trafalgar Falls

Castries

Queen Elizabeth once visited Castries, and the St Lucians have never forgotten it. It was for her that they named Queen's Drive—the road around this island that boasts a volcano, riotous botanical gardens and excellent whale-watching opportunities. In town, watch as natives fashion boats from gum trees, write your postcards in a Creole cafe or keep an eye out for exquisite silk-screened fabrics.

Country -  St Lucia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 24kms
Currency - East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)

Places of Interest

St Lucia

St. Lucia is the sort of island that travellers to the Caribbean dream about--a small, lush tropical gem that is still relatively unknown. One of the Windward Islands of the Lesser Antilles, it is located midway down the Eastern Caribbean chain, between Martinique and St. Vincent, and north of Barbados.

Country -  St. Lucia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 65kms
Currency - East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)

Places of Interest
Pigeon Island National Park, Marigot Bay, Malgretout Waterfall and Beach

St Georges

As you enter the harbor you will understand why Grenada is called “the Spice Island.” Visit a working spice estate where nutmeg, allspice, clove, cinnamon, ginger, bay leaves, tumeric (local saffron) and sapote are all grown and see why Grenada is one of the world’s major suppliers of nutmeg and mace. Elsewhere on the island, Plantation Great Houses, historic museums and thundering waterfalls await you.

Country - Grenada
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 11kms
Currency - East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)

Places of Interest
Carenage Market, St George, Grand Etang National Park

Margarita Island

Country - Venezuela
Distance from port to City -
Distance to Airport -
Currency - Venezuelan bolívar (VEB)

Places of Interest

Port of Spain

Trinidad's capital Port of Spain boasts a laid back atmosphere, beautiful beaches lined with swaying palms, lush rainforests and unspoiled reefs, perfect for diving or snorkeling.

Country - Trinidad and Tobago
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 16kms
Currency - Trinidad and Tobago Dollar (TTD)

Places of Interest
Magnificent Seven, Asa Wright Nature Centre

Bridgetown

The charming island of Barbados, with its capital Bridgetown retains a distinctive British Flavor. Sprawling plantations with beautiful mansions, towering lighthouses and historic towns take you back in time. Along the coast, pristine waters invite you to go snorkeling or scuba diving or relax on soft sands with a local specialty in hand.

Country - Barbados
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 13kms
Currency - Bardados Dollar (BBD)

Places of Interest
Harrisons Cave, Turtle Bay, Andromeda Gardens

Fort-de-France

Wander around the historic capital city of Fort-de-France and into the Schoelcher Library, a Romanesque-Byzantine masterpiece built over 100 years ago in Paris and shipped to the island, mosaic by mosaic. Stroll well manicured gardens or take a tour along the Caribbean coast to St-Pierre, the "Paris of the West Indies" until 1902 when Mont Pelée Volcano erupted and turned it into a New World Pompeii.

Country - Martinique
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 9kms
Currency - French Franc (FRF)

Places of Interest
La Savane Gardens, Jardin De Balata, Fort De France

Philipsburg

This island is so beautiful that two nations decided to share it – the Dutch to the North and the French to the South. Both have coexisted for over 350 years, the longest of any two bordering nations. Whether you choose to stay in Dutch Phillipsburg or head for the French capital of Marigot, you’ll enjoy the cultural flavors, beautiful beaches and excellent shopping everywhere.

Country - Netherlands Antilles
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 5kms
Currency -  Netherlands Antillen guilder (ANG)

Places of Interest
Philipsburg, Marigot, Grand Case

Ponta Delgada

You'll be astonished to see, in the depths of the huge crater at the center of the island, two lakes--one emerald green, the other sky-blue. More astonishments: a cluster of hot springs bubbling in the mist.

Country - The Azores (Portugal)
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 2kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Sete Cidades Crater Lake

El Ferrol

Latitude 43.29N, Longitude 8.14W

Country - Spain
Distance to Airport - kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

London

London is an enormous cosmopolitan city, with all the cultural and gastronomic attractions you'd expect from a world capital. Stretching for more than 30 miles on either side of the River Thames, it is Europe's largest city, with a diverse population of about eight million. Southampton is one of several port cities and a gateway to London.

Country - England
Distance from port to City - 100kms
Distance from port to Airport - 100kms
Currency - Pound (GBP)

Places of Interest
Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, London Bridge

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Saga Cruises

Saga Cruises

We are proud to offer an exciting range of cruises from Saga, one of the UK’s leading cruise operators. Saga is unique in providing travel exclusively for today’s over 50s. Over the years they have built a strong reputation for the quality of service they offer and their competitive pricing. Saga offers two very different cruising styles in Classic Cruises aboard Saga Ruby & Saga Sapphire, and Adventure Cruises aboard Quest for Adventure.

Their CLASSIC CRUISES aboard Saga Ruby, Saga Sapphire and, until April 2012, Saga Pearl II offer a traditional cruising experience in comfortable and elegant surroundings. A home-from-home, these ships are loved by their passengers for exemplary service, and a friendly atmosphere. Sail to iconic destinations and look forward to fine dining as it was in the golden age of cruising.

Saga's ADVENTURE CRUISES aboard the smaller, yacht-like Quest for Adventure offer exciting journeys for the more adventurous traveller to unusual and exotic ports. These cruises offer energetic tailor-made EXCURSIONS INCLUDED in your cruise fare and informative on-board lectures for an in-depth experience without losing any of the expected cruiseship comforts.

 

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Saga Sapphire

Following a multimillion pound refurbishment, Saga Sapphire will set sail on her inaugural cruise from Southampton in March 2012 with Captain McLundie at the helm.

The Pier
With crazy golf on Deck 12, and a pool, hot tubs and outdoor 'View from the Top' cinema on Deck 11, this part of the ship promises to be a hive of activity. To keep your energy levels up, The Pier by the pool will serve gourmet fish and chips, traditional sweets and ice cream. And if you fancy a little exercise after all those treats, you can take a walk around the promenade deck – do six circuits and you’ll have gone a mile!

The Drawing Room
We predict the Drawing Room will be one of the most popular places on board, both in the evening and during the day. Incorporating the library, a bar and even a walk-in larder, the informal setting will be the perfect place for catching up on some reading, surfing the internet on one of the ship’s iPads, or perhaps enjoying some light entertainment in the evening.

The Grill
An informal venue serving lighter, healthier grilled meals, where you can watch your food being cooked to order in a state-of-the-art show kitchen or dine alfresco in fine weather.
With its specialised menu, it will be a great place to pop in for a leisurely breakfast, light lunch or relaxed dinner.

East to West
For something a little different, you’ll be able to book a table for dinner at East to West, our 64-seat restaurant that specialises in Indian, Sri Lankan and Thai cuisine. Decorated with traditional carvings, the restaurant will deliver mouth-watering food in a setting that reflects the mood of the East.

Pole to Pole
Our main restaurant will seat 620 passengers, yet still have an intimate feel thanks to the different areas styled to the theme of different continents: Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas.
You will be able to take all your meals here including breakfast, where you can choose from the buffet or enjoy a full waiter-served meal.
There will be flexible seating, so you can sit wherever you choose, plus at dinner a number of tables can be reserved for fixed seating at the time of booking.

Britannia Lounge
This versatile venue will be a great place for morning coffees and afternoon teas. You’ll also find various activities taking place – perhaps a lecture or ballroom dance lesson.
Then in the evening it’s show time! The Britannia Lounge will really come alive as singers, instrumentalists, cabaret artistes and more grace the stage for some dazzling performances.

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage 37,301 Tonnes
Star Rating 4 Star
Size/Style of Ship Small/Intimate/Classic
Entered Service May 2012 - built 1981
Registry  
Former Name Bleu de France
Length 658 ft
Beam 95 ft
Draft 27.6 ft
Propulsion/Propellers  
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots) 17 knots
Passenger Capacity (twin) 752
Crew 415
Nationality of Officers British
Nationality of Crew International
Total Cabins 374
Total Inside cabins 65
Total Outside cabins 309
Cabin/Suites with Balcony 65
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins  
Passenger Decks 12
Cabin Electricity  
Elevators 4
Self-Service Laundry Yes
Onboard Currency (subject to change) Pound Sterling

 

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