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SUMMARY:Cruise With The San Francisco Wine School - Istanbul To Athens 2022
DESCRIPTION:BOOK NOW:   Call 206-399-2138   |   Email amartindale@cruiseplanners.com\n\nSAN FRANCISCO WINE SCHOOL CRUISE with\n Master Sommelier David Glancy\, Founder of San Francisco Wine School \nCruise with us on the Oceania Nautica \nJune 30th – July 7th\, 2022 \n \nIstanbul to Athens – 7 Nights \n \n Join us for another incredible edutasting vacation this summer as we enjoy the  wine & food of Greece and Turkey aboard Oceania’s Nautica! \nWe feature a generous amenity package which includes pre-paid gratuities\, airfare* from select gateways and free unlimited internet. \nTo keep our experiences intimate and allow access into smaller wineries\, we limit this private group trip to only 30 guests. \nExclusive Private Food & Wine shore excursions will be available for an additional charge \n  \nIncludes \nRound-Trip Airfare from major US and Canadian gateways \nPre-Paid Gratuities \nGroup Cocktail Party & Group Dinners \nWine Tasting led by Master Sommelier David Glancy \nWine Paired Dinner designed & led by Master Sommelier David Glancy \n \n Pricing from $3\,749 per person (Inside stateroom)\, which includes: \n Airfare*\, Unlimited Internet\, Pre-Paid Gratuities\, plus choose one amenity: \n4 Oceania Shore Excursions (not private ones) OR\nBeverage Package OR\n$400 Shipboard Credit\nAmenities are per stateroom \n  LIMITED AVAILABILITY – Pricing subject to change \n  To guarantee a cabin\, make sure to place your refundable deposit today. \nNeed a roommate? Contact San Francisco Wine School \n\nItinerary\n \nIstanbul – Jun 30 | 6p depart\nJun 30 | 6p We kick off the cruise from Istanbul (Constantinople) with the Marmara wine region just east of it in Eastern Thrace. We leave the Sea of Marmara to tour the Aegean Islands.\nLesbos – Jul 1 | 10a – 7p\nOur first stop is the Island of Lesbos\, whose wines were mentioned by Homer in 7\,000 BC. In addition to their famous spirit\, Ouzo\, the local grape Chidiriotiko is important.\nKusadasi – Jul 2 | 8a – 6p\nNext we sail to Kusadasi on the Eastern Aegean Coast of Turkey\, facing the Greek Island of Samos. This region of Turkey is responsible for more than half the country’s wine production with Muscat (dry to sweet) and many international grapes.\nRhodes – Jul 3 | 8a – 6p\nThen we’re off to Rhodes\, the southernmost of the Aegean Islands of Greece. Here we find still and sparkling wines from the Athiri grape.\nChania – Jul 4 | 9a – 7p\nThe following day we arrive in Chania\, the westernmost region of the Island of Crete. Here we find more indigenous grapes like Romeiko and Assyrtiko.\nSantorini – Jul 5 | 8a – 11p\nThen the star of the wine crown of the Aegean Islands\, Santorini\, were we find all styles of Assyrtiko whites plus international varieties and Vinsanto dessert wines.\nSyros Island – Jul 6 | 8a – 9p\nFor our last Aegean Island we visit Syros and more indigenous grapes\, Monemvasia and Mandilaria.\nAthens – Jul 7 | 6a arrive\nWe end our island hopping at Piraeus\, a suburb of Athens\, and the Attika region\, home of a large percentage of Greece’s infamous Retsina. From here the thirstiest of us might extend our trips to visit Northern Greece’s Macedonia region.\n\n\nPre Cruise packages available with Oceania – Click here \n\nMYSTICAL CAPPADOCIA\n\n$1\,499.00/person\n\nTour the icons of Istanbul and Turkey’s enthralling Cappadocia region\, a bizarre landscape of volcanically formed rock chimneys\, houses carved out of sheer cliffs and sprawling underground cities.\n\n\n\n ICONIC ISTANBUL\n\n$999.00/person\n\nExperience the joys of Istanbul through its most memorable landmarks: the Blue Mosque\, Hagia Sophia\, Grand Bazaar\, and the legendary Bosphorus\, which you’ll enjoy on a leisurely cruise.\n\n\n BIBLICAL HERITAGE OF TURKEY\n\n$1\,399.00/person\n\nVisit many of the most historically significant destinations throughout Turkey’s Anatolia peninsula with a special emphasis on Biblical sites that played key roles in early Christianity\, many of them World Heritage sites.\n\n\n\nA Post Cruise package is available with Oceania – Click here \nTREASURES OF GREECE \n$1\,799.00/person\n\nEnjoy the unique opportunity to visit two of the most precious and sacred sites which lie in the most beautiful and unspoiled parts of Northern Greece.\nTerms and Conditions \nStandard terms apply. View complete terms and conditions in addition: OLife Choice offer is subject to change. OLife Choice amenities are per stateroom\, based on double occupancy and subject to change. Free Internet is one per stateroom; Owner’s\, Vista & Oceania Suites receive access for two devices per suite. OLife Choice free shore excursions vary by voyage and exclude Oceania Select\, Oceania Exclusive\, Executive Collection\, Food & Wine Trails\, Wellness and Culinary Discovery Tours. If shore excursion amenity is selected\, all excursions must be chosen at least 14 days prior to sailing. OLife Choice beverage package amenity is House Select. \nGuests in the same stateroom must choose the same OLife Choice amenity\, and amenity must be chosen by final payment. \n*$1\,250 is included in the above prices for round-trip airfare from major US Gateways. \nThis can be removed if booking your own air or using miles. We can also quote business class air with a great consolidator. \n  \n \n\nWhen one didn’t exist\, David Glancy created a Certified Sommelier Program at the Professional Culinary Institute (now known as ICC)\, successfully coaching more than 400 students to pass the Court’s Certified Sommelier exam. \nGlancy’s program remains the only Certified Sommelier program officially approved by the Court of Master Sommeliers. Soon after in 2011\, Glancy founded San Francisco Wine School to create the ideal educational setting from the ground up. Read about his vision. \nGlancy is one of only twelve people in the world to hold both the revered Master Sommelier diploma and a Certified Wine Educator credential. A certified French Wine Scholar\, Italian Wine Professional\, and Certified Specialist of Spirits\, Glancy has earned the credential for every program he teaches\, and more. He taught wine and business management at Le Cordon Bleu’s California Culinary Academy in San Francisco\, and served on the editorial board of Sommelier Journal. He currently sits on the board of directors for the Society of Wine Educators. \n  \n\n ABOUT SAN FRANCISCO WINE SCHOOL\nSan Francisco Wine School strives to open up the world of wine to serious students and enthusiasts everywhere while helping people of all levels break into the wine industry\, advance their career\, or simply pursue their passions. Founded by Master Sommelier and Certified Wine Educator David Glancy\, San Francisco Wine School is the largest wine school in the U.S.\, offering the most thoughtful approach to wine study. Their inspired educational programs and workshops are taught in their state of the art wine education & events center and their cutting edge virtual classroom by industry-leading instructors from all major educational disciplines. San Francisco Wine School’s curriculum features the best content in the business: expert course materials\, carefully conceived wine flights\, and in-depth blind tasting exercises designed to engage students\, illuminate course content and enhance learning. Their brand new 4\,000 sq ft wine education & events center is conveniently located just 5 minutes from San Francisco International Airport making it the perfect place to enjoy classes\, industry seminars and tastings and host a wide variety of private events—from serious educational programs for wine/hospitality industry staff to team-building and other fun\, social\, private events for wine enthusiasts. \n* Pricing is based on prevailing rates and subject to change.
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LOCATION:Oceania Cruises ~ Nautica
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SUMMARY:Scotland's Highlands Islands And Cities 2022
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Scotland’s Highlands Islands and Cities\, sponsored by Cruise Planners and Trafalgar Tours!\n  \nCruise Planners and Martindale Travel and Tours is delighted to be offering another of our exclusive land program departures\, this time to the glories of Scotland. With our partner\, Trafalgar Tours\, this unforgettable Scottish Highlands trip travels into the far-reaches of Scotland’s rugged countryside. Tread in the footsteps of the popular Outlander book series\, keep your eyes peeled for Nessie and delve into the history of the kings\, warriors\, and Rob Roy. Departing July 30\, 2022\, this 13-day program will begin in Edinburgh and end in Glasgow\, with visits to St. Andrews\, Loch Ness\, Inverness\, the Orkney Islands\, Skye\, Oban and the Isles of Mull and Iona. \n  \n \n \nWHAT’S INCLUDED: \n\n12 nights hotel accommodations in first class properties – Cherry-picked hotels\, all tried and trusted\n12 breakfasts\n1 lunch (Be My Guest)\n5 dinners\nAudio Headsets for flexible sightseeing\nDaily breakfast and up to half your evening meals\nLuxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)\nFerry to the Orkney Isles and return\nFerry to the Isle of Mull and Iona\nFerry from the Isle of Skye to Mallaig\nOptional Experiences and free time\nAll porterage and restaurant gratuities\nMust-see sightseeing and surprise extras\nAn expert Travel Director and professional Driver\nAll hotel tips\, charges and local taxes\nHandcrafted Highlights\n\nDAY 1: 30 JULY 2022 – Welcome to Edinburgh\nEmbrace the allure of ‘Auld Reekie’ and explore its labyrinthine lanes\, before joining\nyour fellow travelers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception to kick-start your turas\nthrough an unimaginably beautiful part of the world.\nMeal(s):Welcome Reception\nHotel(s): Apex Haymarket \nDAY 2: 31 JULY 2022 – Discover Enchanting Edinburgh\nLet your Local Specialist take you on an informative sightseeing tour of Edinburgh.\nSee the regal Palace of Holyroodhouse\, the new Scottish Parliament Building and the\nRoyal Mile\, delving into the heart of the city\, before visiting Edinburgh Castle\, perched\natop Castle Rock. Stroll through the grand New Town with its Gothic façades enjoying\nthe rest of the day at leisure. Tickets to see the Edinburgh Tattoo are included on\ndepartures that coincide with performance dates.\nMeal(s):Breakfast \nDAY 3: 01 AUGUST 2022 – A Day of Abbeys\, Landscapes and History\nA scenic day’s excursion brings us to the ruins of the 12th-century Augustinian\nJedburgh Abbey\, which we will have an opportunity to view. Continue to nearby\nMelrose Abbey\, said to be the final resting place of the embalmed heart of Robert the\nBruce. We take the scenic route back to Edinburgh this afternoon\, following the lush\ngreen landscapes along the Tweed River.\nMeal(s):Breakfast \nDAY 4: 02 AUGUST 2022 – Explore Glamis Castle and on to Creative Dundee\nThis morning\, we cross the Firth of Forth to the celebrated home of golf – St. Andrews\,\nto view its ancient university and famous golf course. Shakespeare’s Macbeth takes\ncentre stage as we visit Glamis Castle\, once the home of the beloved Queen Mother and\nbirthplace of Princess Margaret. Enjoy a guided tour of the castle and explore its\nbeautiful gardens\, before we travel to the waterfront city of Dundee\, distinguished for\nits status as the first UNESCO City of Design\, and the original home of\nmarmalade.\nMeal(s):Breakfast\nHotel(s): Apex City Quay \nDAY 5: 03 AUGUST 2022 – Venture to Culloden and the Scottish Highlands\nDive Into Culture and learn about the local whisky industry at a famous distillery\,\nincluding a tasting of Scotland’s much-loved golden nectar. Hearts and hands warmed\,\nwe wind our way to the tragic battlefield and Visitor Centre at Culloden\, past rugged\nlandscapes and the imposing Cairngorms Mountains. Visit the site where Bonnie Prince\nCharlie’s Jacobite army was defeated. Our final stop for the night is in the heart of the\nScottish Highlands and gateway to Loch Ness.\nMeal(s):Breakfast\nHotel(s): Carrbridge \nDAY 6: 04 AUGUST 2022 – Journey to Loch Ness\, Inverness and Thurso\nThe mystical haunt of Nessie is our first stop today before passing through Inverness en\nroute to Dunrobin Castle. This stately home and its magnificent gardens\, inspired by the\nPalace of Versailles\, comes straight from the pages of a fairy tale. Spend your afternoon\nexploring its château-like structure and surrounds\, once home to the Clan\nSutherland. Arriving in Thurso\, our home for the next two nights\, we enjoy dinner at our\nhotel.\nMeal(s):Breakfast\, Dinner\nHotel(s): Pentland \nDAY 7: 05 AUGUST 2022 – A Day on the Orkney Islands\nWe board a ferry to South Ronaldsay in the Orkney Islands\, viewing the stretch of WWII\ncauseways known as the Churchill Barriers. Visit the ornate Italian Chapel\, built by\nItalian prisoners of war. See the prehistoric free-standing stones of the Ring of Brodgar\nbefore visiting Skara Brae and delving into the stories of the Neolithic village. We stop\nat beautiful Kirkwall Cathedral for a photo opportunity before returning to our hotel for\ndinner.\nMeal(s):Breakfast\, Dinner \nDAY 8: 06 AUGUST 2022 – Over the Sea to Skye\nDramatic landscapes accompany our scenic drive along the rugged north-west coastline\nof the Scottish Highlands to remote Ullapool on the shores of Loch Broom. We journey to\nthe 13th-century Eilean Donan Castle\, perched on a tiny island where three sea\nlochs meet\, then continue to the Isle of Skye where we’ll stay overnight and enjoy a\ndelicious dinner in our hotel.\nMeal(s):Breakfast\, Dinner\nHotel(s): Kings Arms \nDAY 9: 07 AUGUST 2022 – Onwards to Oban\nWe return to the mainland following a beautiful route that takes us past the\nGlenfinnan Viaduct\, along which Harry Potter’s Hogwarts Express once crossed to\nhis beloved school of magic. We pass Fort William on the shores of Loch Linnhe\,\nrenowned as the gateway to Ben Nevis\, before continuing to Oban\, our Highland\nhome for the next two nights.\nMeal(s):Breakfast\nHotel(s): The Royal \nDAY 10: 08 AUGUST 2022 – Sail to the Isles of Mull and Iona\nSet sail from Oban to the Isle of Mull\, disembarking at Craignure. Cross the pretty\nisland countryside to catch a ferry from Fionnphort to the island of Iona\, which was\nonce the home of a Gaelic monastic community in Iona Abbey. Before our journey\nback to Oban\, we’ll have the chance to view Rèilig Odhrain\, the final resting place\nof many Scottish kings.\nMeal(s):Breakfast\, Dinner \nDAY 11: 09 AUGUST 2022 – Off to Glasgow\nA solemn reminder of the MacDonald clansmen\, who were massacred at the ‘Glen\nof Weeping’\, marks our morning journey south to Glasgow. We follow the banks of\nLoch Lomond\, then enjoy an orientation tour visiting St. Mungo’s Cathedral and viewing\nGeorge Square with its statues of Britain’s famous sons and daughters.\nMeal(s):Breakfast\nHotel(s): Holiday Inn Theatreland \nDAY 12: 10 AUGUST 2022 – Uncover Stirling Castle’s Secrets\nVenture to Bannockburn\, where King Robert Bruce of Scotland defeated Edward II of\nEngland during the First War of Scottish Independence. Mary\, Queen of Scots and\nseveral Scottish kings and queens have made Stirling Castle their home over the\ncenturies. Enjoy a visit to its grounds and delve into the history of this royal residence\nand fortress\, besieged by Bonnie Prince Charlie in the 18th century. We’ll visit the\nsplendidly decorated Royal Palace of King James V and view the renowned Stirling\nHeads. Later\, we Connect With Locals\, joining the Wood family this afternoon for a\nmemorable Be My Guest experience at their 15th-century farm on the shores of Loch Ard\,\namidst tales of Rob Roy. This evening\, we return to Glasgow for time at leisure to enjoy\ntrue Scottish hospitality.\nMeal(s):Breakfast\, Be My Guest \nDAY 13: 11 AUGUST 2022 – Farewell Glasgow\nOur epic journey across Scotland’s highlands\, islands and cities has come to an\nend. It’s time to say a fond farewell to our travel companions and Travel Director as\nour memorable holiday comes to an end. Find out more about your free airport\ntransfer at www.trafalgar.com/freetransfers.\nMeal(s):Breakfast
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