Discovery World Cruises Introduces New North Atlantic Voyages

February 2005 -- Enjoy the cultural vibrancy of the new and old world with Discovery World Cruises. This May, the lines MV Discovery embarks on 11 spectacular voyages throughout the Baltic Sea, North Sea and Northern Atlantic. From the magnificent treasures of the Tsars, through the unmatched charm of Scandinavia, to the pristine grandeur of Canadas eastern coastline, Discovery lets world travelers explore some of the oldest legacies of Western Civilization. In addition, passengers who purchase their cruise-tour early will enjoy discounts of up to 20 percent.

Specialists in exploring faraway places in comfort and style, Discoverys hallmark cruise-tour concept includes a two-day respite among the cosmopolitan delights of London. Travelers will stay in a centrally located hotel to unwind and adjust to the local time. The included pre- or post-cruise hotel stay offers a great opportunity to visit Londons unmatched museum collections, see a West End show, take in some shopping, dine in one of thousands of restaurants, or drop into a local pub. The lines air add-on fares to/from London are also available, starting as low as $395.

For 2005 Discovery World Cruises offers travelers the most affordable way to visit Europe, said Tim Davey, the lines vice president of sales, marketing and passenger services. By prepaying for the cruise, most meals, entertainment, hotel stays and airfare in U.S. dollars, American travelers can virtually insulate themselves from the fluctuating euro. With our cruise-tour package, guests wont have sticker shock abroad.

Baltic Discovery
Discovery World Cruises offers travelers the opportunity to soak up the immense culture of St. Petersburg - Peter the Greats Window on Europe on five exciting itineraries. Baltic Discovery, the seasons inaugural cruise, (departing May 13th); Baltic Capitals (departing June 1st); Scandinavian Summer (departing July 18th); Northern Capitals (departing June 22nd); and Baltic Treasures (departing Sept. 7th). Depending on the cruise MV Discovery spends two or three days in St. Petersburg, allowing passengers the opportunity to attend a performance at the Kirov Ballet, devour the exhibit-rich Hermitage museum, and on longer visits - take an optional air excursion to Moscow. Baltic cruise-tours start at $2,695 per passenger, double occupancy.

Other highlights include historic and culture-rich Scandinavian and German cities. Passengers can also visit Berlin, from the port of Warnemunde; Tallinn, Estonia an Old World city whose treasures and secrets are still closely guarded; Helsinki, with its mix of neo-Classical and avant-garde architecture; the colorful charms of Danish Copenhagen; and Viking city of Oslo. These voyages also take passengers through the Kiel Canal, the worlds busiest man-made waterway.

Norwegian Discovery
MV Discovery will also explore the majesty of the Norwegian fjord lands; and the sparsely populated and wildlife rich North Cape, known as the Land of the Midnight Sun. Two 10-night cruises, The Norwegian Fjords and Norwegian Explorer (departing May 25th and Aug. 31st respectively), take passengers on an exploration of Norways dramatic shores, landing at Gudvangen, Ålesund and Bergen. Passengers will also visit Flåm, famous for its spectacular railroads that climb nearly 3,000 feet, and Olden, which is nestled at the foot of giant glaciers.

In addition, Land of the Midnight Sun (departing June 12th) takes passengers inside the Arctic Circle to Norways North Cape for 13 nights, calling on Leknes, TromsØ, and Honningsvåg, the northern-most point in Europe. The lines 15-night Fjords, Faroes, Fire & Ice (departing July 6th) takes passengers further along the Vikings explorations to the Orkneys, Faroe Islands and Iceland, where hissing volcanoes, bubbling thermal springs and gushing geysers make it one of the most wild, rugged and colorful landscapes in the world. Norwegian cruise-tour fares begin at $1,795 per person, double occupancy.

North Atlantic Discovery
MV Discovery then continues on to two breathtaking North Atlantic voyages, Newfoundland & Canada and Iceland Greenland & Canada (departing July 29th and Aug. 17th respectively), to the wondrous and serene lands of Iceland, Greenland and the Labrador Coast. On both 19-night voyages, passengers will call on Reykjavik and Greenlands coast with stops in Narsarsuaq, Nuuk and Ilulissat and experience the lush summer vegetation juxtaposed with glaciers drifting down from the Arctic. Passengers will also cruise to ports of call along the Northeast Canadian coast including LAnse Aux Meadows, a land once named Vinland the Good (the good grassland) by Leif Erikkson during the very early Viking exploration of America in the first millennium. Rates for these cruises-tours begin at $2,995 per person, double occupancy.

In the summer months, MV Discovery hosts a predominantly British and international clientele, who share an appetite for exploration and knowledge. The mid-size liner has a friendly and convivial atmosphere and features 351 cabins and suites, each with television and hair-dryer; three restaurants; five lounges; a well-stocked library; casino; modern health club and spa; two swimming pools one beneath a retractable dome; two Jacuzzis; and a duty-free boutique.

All Discovery World Cruises cruise-tours include ground transfers, shipboard accommodations, meals, entertainment, Captains Cocktail parties, and applicable port charges.

To receive Discoverys new summer 2005 brochure or to make a reservation, see a travel professional, contact the cruise line toll-free at 866-623-2689, or visit www.discoveryworldcruises.com.

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