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Our ethos is to provide you with an exceptional vacation experience, and you can be sure that we will only operate your vacation if we are fully confident that we can deliver on that promise. Whatever happens, we will ensure you have a safe and happy vacation guaranteed.

If you do have any questions then please email us at [email protected].

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Government Travel Advice

We rigorously follow the guidance issued by the US Department of State and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. You can access the very latest information via the State Department and CDC.

If you have recently traveled to another country and are concerned that ongoing travel restrictions may impact you, then you can find out more here.

If you would like to know more about Coronavirus and the steps you can take to avoid catching it you can find out more here.

If you are interested in more general travel advice such as passport information, visa requirements or advice on money abroad or local laws and customs you can find out more here.

If you’d like to speak with us you can call us on 1-888-838-8820 or email us at [email protected].

Health and Medication Advice

Please ensure that all medication is packed with your hand luggage and take adequate supplies for the length of your trip. Please check with your airline first to ensure you are compliant with current airport security regulations with regards to medication.
Whilst the travelling schedule on our cruises shall impose no problems for people of any age in normal physical health, we should like to point out that we visit many historical sites and often enjoy walking tours of various places of interest. Some cruises, therefore, may not be suitable for clients of greatly impaired mobility. If you have greatly impaired mobility then please contact us for further advice or click here to read more.
We would request that you bring the name, address and telephone number of your Primary Care Physician as this is usually required by insurance companies if you become ill.
If you have a physical disability or are undergoing medical treatment that may affect your ability to do the tour, and which you have not already informed us about, you must let us know in writing now. We will be able to advise you if the ship is equipped to meet your needs. If you do not inform us, the ship’s Captain may refuse passage or your travel insurance may become invalid.
No immunizations are required to travel to European destinations.
You may wish to take a basic first aid kit with you.
Take high-factor sunscreen, a hat and insect repellent if you are travelling in the summer.
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): sitting immobile for long periods of time in aircraft, trains or coaches may increase the risk of DVT. Recent major surgery or hip/knee replacement can also increase DVT risk. Drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol, move your ankles and toes and get up and walk around regularly. For more information, see your physician.
It is also advisable to take copies of any regular prescriptions you may take.

Health Concerns

If you have any concerns about your health while on the cruise please see your tour manager. They will be able to advise you about pharmacies, drug stores and the availability of doctors.

There will be occasions when the tour manager isn’t immediately available and in this case the ship crew should be able to help. In an emergency you could always phone our emergency number as issued on your itinerary.