The Blue Danube Discovery- Jewish Heritage Theme

The Blue Danube Discovery with Jewish Heritage Theme

October 29th - November 10th, 2012

13 days from Budapest to Prague

Avalon Tapestry

In addition to the regular sightseeing, the following planned excursions will be included at no additional charge:

• Budapest - Included visit to the Jewish Museum and Synagogue.


• Vienna - Jewish history tour.


• Regensburg - Sightseeing visits to the Jewish quarter and, if possible, a visit to the excavations beneath Neupfarrplatz where a Gothic Synagogue and the remains of a Romantic Synagogue were found.


• Prague - Jewish Prague with included visit to the Jewish Museum, Synagogue and


• Cemetery.


• Terezin - Concentration Camp and Holocaust Museum.

Day 1 ~ Arrive in Budapest, Hungary

Welcome to Budapest, Hungary's lively capital. The remainder of the day is free to start exploring Eastern Europe's most cosmopolitan metropolis.

Day 2 ~ Budapest

Budapest straddles both banks of the Danube, with seven bridges, including the famous Chain and Elisabeth Bridges, connecting ancient Buda on the right bank with Pest on the left. The massive hilltop castle complex with FISHERMEN'S BASTION and the Matthias Church is among the many sights your Local Guide will show you. Shop for renowned peasant embroidery, Herend porcelain, and paprika. (Breakfast)

Day 3 ~ Budapest (Embarkation)

This afternoon, board your river cruise vessel and meet your crew at a welcome reception. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 4 ~ Budapest-Vienna, Austria

A day to relax on board and marvel at the beautiful scenery on both banks of the Danube. Hungary is on your left as you cruise upriver and Slovakia is on your right. The two countries share the Danube for a 58-mile stretch, with the border in the middle of the river. Vienna, Austria's capital, is known as the "City of Music" and inspired the creative genius of Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 5 ~ Vienna Once the center of the mighty Habsburg Empire, Vienna has much to offer: lavish Hofburg Palace, the impressive Vienna Opera House, the majestic Ring Boulevard, and awe-inspiring St. Stephen's Cathedral, to name just a few of the sights you will enjoy during your city tour. You do not rush through Vienna; you waltz, taking your time to savor each classic sight and sound. Shop in the Kärntnerstrasse and enjoy Sachertorte or Apfelstrudel in a neighborhood café. An optional concert is available during your stay. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 6 ~ Dürnstein-Melk

Dürnstein, known for the magnificent baroque Stiftskirche with its blue façade, lying right in the heart of the Wachau wine region. Above town are the ruins of the castle where England's King Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned in 1192. This afternoon: Melk, whose magnificent BENEDICTINE ABBEY dominates the town from its commanding hill site and is one of Europe's largest monasteries. The view you have from the terrace over the Danube and surrounding countryside is breathtaking! This evening you'll be able to sample some of the Wachau Valley's FAMOUS WINES. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 7 ~ Linz-Passau, Germany Linz, Austria's third-largest city, lies on both banks of the Danube and is an important industrial town and busy river port. An optional full-day excursion to Salzburg takes in the popular Sound of Music sights. Passau, ideally located at the confluence of the Rivers Inn, Ilz, and Danube, is a city of graceful arcades and cobblestone streets. St. Stephen's Cathedral houses the world's largest church organ with more than 17,000 pipes. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 8 ~ Regensburg

Regensburg is one of Germany's best preserved medieval cities. Architectural highlights on your guided tour include the Old Town Hall and Porta Pretoria-gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. The city is the capital of Upper Palatinate, a bustling university town, and one of Bavaria's cultural centers. It is here you will find Germany's oldest restaurant, the 12thcentury Historische Wurstküche (Old Sausage Kitchen). (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 9 ~ Nuremberg

Although Nuremberg suffered extensive damage during WWII, much of it was restored to its original style. Marvel at this historic city with its fabulous gothic churches and elegant patrician houses-all explained by a local expert. Nuremberg's traditions include famous Lebkuchen, toy making, and metal working. After dinner we'll introduce you to some of Germany's FAMOUS BEERS. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 10 ~ Nuremberg (Disembarkation)-Prague, Czech Republic

Cross the Czech border in the Bohemian Forest and head for Prague, the "Golden City." (Breakfast)

Day 11 ~ Prague

Prague is a 1,000-year-old city preserved in time. See its best-known treasures such as the Old Town's Astronomical Clock, once the envy of all of Europe; HRADCANY CASTLE GROUNDS, St. Vitus Cathedral, and the Charles Bridge. Browse the shops for hand-cut crystal or art books. Mix with the locals in Wenceslaus Square or stroll along the Vltava River. (Breakfast)

Day 12 ~ Prague

A free day for you to explore the city at your own pace. Your Cruise Director will have other suggestions for things to do. (Breakfast)

Day 13 ~ Prague

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

Meals:

Full buffet breakfast in Budapest and Prague; superb dining with all meals on board daily featuring full breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including a welcome reception, Captain's reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements; complimentary regional wine, beer, or soft drinks with all onboard dinners; complimentary coffee and tea available throughout the day

Hotels: BUDAPEST InterContinental (SF), PRAGUE Hilton (SF) or InterContinental (D)

ALL THIS INCLUDED:

~ Avalon Travel Insurance with Optional Travel Protection Plus

~ Round-trip transfers from a central location in Boynton Beach to a South Florida Airport.

~ Current port charges as of March 2, 2011.

~ Superb dining with all meals on board.

~ Complimentary wine, beer or soda with dinner.

~ Guided sightseeing in each city you visit.

~ Baggage assistance.

FEATURES AND AMENITIES:

~ All deluxe, 172 sq. ft. outside staterooms; 85% feature French balconies.

~ All meals, snacks and buffets served onboard including: early riser breakfast, full buffet breakfast, late riser breakfast, lunch, afternoon coffee/tea/cake, dinner and night fare.

~ Entertainment, port lectures and other activities.

~ Choice of complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with dinner each evening: complimentary soft drinks with lunch.

~ Daily shore excursion in each port with audio headsets.

~ Daily program and port information provided to guests.

~ Captain's Welcome Reception and Gala dinner.

~ Deluxe 7 Night River Cruise

~ All staterooms are Riverview.

~ Comfort Collection by Avalon featuring premium mattress covers, Egyptian super-combed cotton linens and European-style duvets, choice of soft or firm pillows.

~ Premium L'Occitane bath amenities

~ Flat screen satellite TV

~ Complimentary bottled water

~ And much more!

Cruise Starting Price: $3459 per person (Catagory E)

Stateroom Upgrades:

B Category:: $3959 per person

A Category:: $4005 per person

P Category:: $4095 per person

*Rates are based on double occupancy. Prices subject to change.

Air Jamaica Baggage Information

Checked & Carry-On Baggage

Effective January 15, 2011, the Carry-On Baggage allowance in both Lovebird Executive class and Economy class between the USA & the Caribbean and within the Caribbean, has been amended to allow one bag at 10kgs/22lbs; with linear dimensions of 45" (22"+ 14"+ 9"), including wheels, handles, and expandable pockets.

Infants under 2 years (without a seat) are allowed one free piece at 50lbs/23kgs on all routes, plus one collapsible stroller/pushchair, an infant carrying basket or car seat, may be carried on board subject to the availability of space.

Please click here to view the revised and previous baggage policies.

The revised policy affects all passenger ticketed on/after October 15, 2010 for travel commencing on/after December 1, 2010. For passengers ticketed prior to October 15, 2010, please refer to the previous baggage policy.

Egypt

To our valued customers,

Thank you for your continued patronage of Sand & C Travel. I wanted to send out a quick note to all of our clients about the current situation in Egypt. As I am sure you are well aware, the situation has deteriorated quickly in this tourist destination, with the State Department now assisting US citizens in leaving the country. (See the State Department’s Website for more details.) We are fortunate that we do not currently have any clients in Egypt as this situation is unfolding. However, we have many clients booked to go to this part of the world in the upcoming months. Egypt has become a very popular destination for tours, river cruises and ocean cruises.

If you are currently booked on a trip to this part of the world or are considering a trip to the Middle East, I would recommend you sit tight and see how things play out. I can assure you that the tour operators and cruise lines are monitoring the situation very closely, and will not operate tours to the area as long as it remains dangerous. If the primary purpose of your trip is to visit Egypt, and you are scheduled to depart in the next few months, then I would recommend that you consider canceling. Your Sand & C Travel consultant can assist in working with the operator to secure any possible refunds, given the situation. If Egypt is just a component of your trip, then I would expect the operator to change the itinerary accordingly. However, it is too early for any specifics at this point. We will need to give the travel operators time to assess the situation and make the necessary changes.

Your Sand & C Travel Consultant is here to assist you through this process. For any questions, please feel free to call at any time.

Alan Rosen

President

Sand & C Travel

9851 S. Military Trail

Suite F

Boynton Beach, FL 33436

(561) 736-3880

www.sandctravel.com

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Hot Promos for the week of 1/30/11

Last night we had our annual Travel Night. Many of our clients came, and if you attended we hope that you enjoyed meeting with the cruise lines and tour operators and found it informative. We were delighted that the top travel suppliers were able to attend and make it a great show!

In conjunction with the show, the suppliers are currently offering special promotions for booking throughSand & C Travel. So, if you are considering booking your vacation for 2011, now is the perfect time! Whether you came to our event last night or not, you can take advantage of these great offers. So if you are considering booking a trip, please review the offers and make an appointment to meet with your Sand & C Travel consultant to plan that great trip!

Thank you for your continued patronage of Sand & C Travel. We appreciate it!

Alan Rosen

President

Sand & C Travel

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Cruise Promotions

-5 Night Western Caribbean on Celebrity Century departs Jan 3 from $239* Outside/$329* Concierge! (must be booked on Dec 14)

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February 16, 2011 ---Celebrity Cruises

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April 6, 2011 --------- Isram World of Travel

May 4, 2011 --------- Viking River Cruises

June 2, 2011 --------- Oceania Cruises

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Celebrity Equinox October Transatlantic

Alan & Cathy recently led a group cruise on the Celebrity Equinox on a westbound transatlantic crossing from Rome to Ft Lauderdale. As is tradition, they always share their experiences with us.

Happy Thanksgiving! It is hard to believe it is already here…..time just continues to fly…before you know it the year will be over and we will be in 2011!

It has become a tradition that whenever I go on a trip I share my experience through these e-mail newsletters. This week, Cathy & I returned from leading a group on a 2 week Trans-Atlantic cruise on the Celebrity Equinox. We went with 60 of our clients on this cruise from Rome to Ft. Lauderdale.

Cathy and I have always been apprehensive about taking a Trans-Atlantic cruise. The thought of spending a week at sea without stepping on land seemed confining. We also were afraid we would drive each other crazy in a small cabin for that length of time. However, I must say that I was pleasantly surprised….we really did enjoy the Trans-Atlantic experience. Being on a magnificent vessel such as the Equinox, there was always something we could do, including just relaxing….I could definitely vacation like that!

The cruise left from outside of Rome. While we had some clients who sailed on the prior cruise to the Holy Land on the Equinox (making it a back-to-back cruise), and a few who went into Rome a couple of days early, most of us flew right in on the day we boarded the ship. Cathy and I flew with a bunch of the guests on Alitalia direct from Miami to Rome. It was my first time on Alitalia, and they lived up to their reputation of not being the best airline in the world. The crew was not very accommodating, and they ran out of wine before they even got to us. However, it was a direct flight, so worth the inconvenience.

If I were take a trip such as this again, I would probably fly in at least a day early. It was very hectic going straight to the ship. We were tired, and jumped right into touring the next morning. It would have been nice to have a day to recover from the flight and time change, especially since the cruise began with 5 straight port days full of touring.

Since many of our clients have been to the Med before, I am not
going to go into the details of every port. The itinerary for this cruise was as follows:

Day 1: Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy.

Day 2: Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy

Day 3: Cannes/Monte Carlo, France

Day 4: Barcelona, Spain

Day 5: Cartagena, Spain

Day 6: Seville (Cadiz), Spain

Day 7: At Sea

Day 8: Tenerife, Canary Islands

Days 9-15: At Sea

Day 16: Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Here are just a few unique highlights that I would like to share for you to consider if you are planning a trip to this area of the world:

Cathy and I have been to Barcelona a few times in the past, but never made the trip out to Montserrat. This was very worthwhile. It is a spiritual mountain location with a huge cathedral on top, and home of the Black Madonna. The views are magnificent, it is truly amazing to see what was built hundreds of years ago at such high altitudes.

Cathy and I joined one other couple in the group on a segway tour of the port city of Cartagena. It was a lot of fun riding the segways….a great way to see the city. The group in the tour was composed of mostly senior citizens, and by and large they had no problem in operating the segways, including up and down hills. There was one woman in the group who was a bit klutzy and fell off of her segway twice, but there is one in every crowd. (By the way, that one was my wife!)

Tenerife is the capital of the Canary Islands, located off the coast of Africa. It is a beautiful island, with mountains and volcanoes. We visited Loro Park, which is sort of a combination of a zoo and Sea World. They had amazing exhibits with penguins, apes and more, in addition to the Sea World type dolphin and orca shows. It was a fun day! After Tenerife, we began our crossing of the Atlantic.

Every morning I would work out, and then Cathy & I would take a walk on the jogging track every afternoon. Even with that consistent exercise, I still managed to gain 6 pounds on the cruise…..the food was too good! If you have not been on the Solstice class ships from Celebrity, you have been missing quite the culinary experience. The food in the main dining room was excellent. And if you get bored there, there are many alternatives on board. They have three specialty restaurants (Silk Harvest [Asian Fusion], Murano [French/Continental], and Tuscan Grill [Italian]. Charges do apply for these restaurants, but they are each unique, intimate dining experiences that are worth the cost. The ship also has “Bistro on Five” an eatery with crepes and Panini sandwiches. The ship charges $5 to eat there, which is again, well worth it!

I felt that the buffet on the Equinox is one of the best on the sea. With multiple stations including carved meats, salad bars, grills, fresh made to order pasta, fresh made to order stir fry, pizza and a full ice cream bar, I cannot imagine a palate that would not be satisfied. This had to be the one of the most popular spots on the ship!

And there were even more food choices on board….there is a healthy eating snack bar in the Solarium and an outdoor hamburger/hot dog stand. One night, when we were tired we ordered dinner through room service, and it was also delicious and fast!

The ship had many activities during the crossing. Of course there was the typical nightly entertainment. There were lectures and courses on board including lectures on astronomy and major league baseball and computer classes. There were games available throughout the day, and we planned some game events just for our clients. By the way, I came in third place on the ship in one of the blackjack tournaments!

As for the seas, they were not bad. We were concerned about crossing the Atlantic, but today's ships are so large with the most advanced stabilizer systems that they do a great job in reducing the movement. The middle of the crossing was a bit rough with the ship rocking and rolling, but I did not meet anyone who got sick from the movement of the ship. (There were plenty of people who got sick on board, as something was going around…have to keep washing those hands when on board. We came home with colds.) Most of the trip was pretty smooth, with beautiful weather.

In summary, if you are looking for a way to see some sites in Europe and have plenty of time to relax and contemplate life, than a Trans-Atlantic cruise is for you. Other advantages include only having to fly one way and, when sailing west from Europe to the USA, there is an extra hour of sleep on most days of the crossing. And, because Trans-Atlantic cruises tend to be longer trips that are not conducive to working people, they are often excellent values.

But you do need to be in decent physical shape to make this trip. It is always tough flying, walking through the large European airports, and touring. Most tours include a good amount of walking, and the streets are often hilly and uneven. It was a bit much for some of our guests. I always recommend that if clients have walking issues that they should avoid major overseas trips, as those will be difficult.

I invite you to take a look at the pictures of our trip, which are posted on facebook. Whether or not you are a member of facebook, you should be able to view these pictures by just clicking this link.

Alan Rosen

President
Sand & C Travel

If you would like more information about Celebrity Cruises, the Celebrity Equinox, Europe cruises & tours, any of the ports mentioned, or trans-atlantic cruises, please don't hesitate to let us know!

Argentina

Location: Argentina is located on the southern tip of South America. It borders the Atlantic Ocean to the East, Chile to the West, with Bolivia, Paraguay, and Urugay to the North.
Capital: Buenos Aires
Climate: As Argentina is located below the Equator, the seasons are opposite of those in the US and Europe. The climate is generally temperate but also experiences extremes- the subantartic southern region, the mild central plains, and the extreme heat in the north. January tends to be the warmest month, while June and July tend to be the coldest.
Time Zone: Argentina uses the GMT -3 time zone. (Florida is GMT -5) Currently, Argentina does not observe daylight savings time but makes the determination on a year-by-year basis.
Electricity: Argentina uses 220V (voltage), 50 Hz (frequency), and type C & I plugs.
Currency: The currency in Argentina is the peso which is divided into 100 cents. ATM's are very common and can be found readily. Travelers Checks are not widely accepted, so you must go to a bank or travel agent in order to cash them. If you are looking to exchange money in Argentina, it is best to go to a bank or Currency Exchange Center. Many hotels also will exchange currency. While credit cards are mostly accepted, due to a poor economy it is likely you will be charged a high surcharge. View Argentinian currency

Exchange Rate: 1 USD = 3.956 ARS, 1 ARS = .252781 USD.

Click here to view the current exchange rate.
Population: 41,343,201 (July 2010 est.)
Country Code: The telephone country code for Argentina is 54.
Languages: The official language of Argentina is Spanish. Other languages commonly spoken include Italian, English, German and French.
Government: The goverment is a republic. The Executive branch is headed by the President- who is the head of state and head of government. The Legislative branch is governed by the President and two chambers of Congress. The Judiciary is independent of the Executive and Legislative branches.
Communication: Telephone land lines, cell phones, broadcast media, and the Internet are all widely used forms of communication. If you are bringing a cell phone to Argentina, make sure you have voltage and frequency adaptors as well as to notify your carrier. When dialing from a cellular device, dial the country code followed by the city code, and then the local number. Tips for making phone calls in Argentina.
Transportation: Travellers may rent a car but it is often quite costly. The most popular mode of transportation are the colectivos or micro omnibus (bus). There are taxis and remise, a type of taxi. Remise are often cheaper as they price of the trip is agreed upon prior. If you are travelling around Buenos Aires, you may take the ''subte'' (metro or subway). If you would prefer quick and comfortable transportation between Argentina and Uruguay, there is a Ferry service which can be expensive.
Entry: U.S. citizens for tourism or business only need a valid US passport and may stay for up to 90 days without a visa. Visitors will be charged an Entry Fee of $140 USD. This fee is a reciprocal charge in line with costs incurred by Argentinians when travelling to the US. This fee allows US citizens unlimited entry for up to 10 years.

Things To Do - Places To See

Buenos Aires

Iguazu Falls

Ushuaia

Mendoza: This lovely metropolitan city is located in the foothills of the Andes in the northcentral high plains, just across the border from Santiago. It is most popular for wine enthusiasts and adventure travellers looking to climb Aconcagua (the highest mountain in the western hemisphere), ski, hike, horseback ride, and raft. Mendoza is the largest wine producing region in Latin America and is one of nine cities worldwide in the Great Capitals of Wine.

Jewish Heritage in Denmark

If you're headed to Denmark & would like to experience a bit of Jewish heritage while you're there, Visit Denmark's Jewish-themed travel site is an amazing resource! Jam-packed with information on useful facts, historical background, and suggestions for places to go and things to see, your trip just became that much easier to plan- and that much more exciting. In addition, you can read about and then experience a fairly comprehensive history of Jews in this lovely Scandinavian country.
The oldest Jewish community in Scandinavia (Norway, Sweden, Finland, & Denmark) resides in Denmark and dates back to the times of King Christian IV when he founed a city on the River Elbe called Gluckstadt near Hamburg, Germany (at the time, under Danish rule) in the 1600's. It was originally a safe haven for Sephardic Jewish merchants from many areas such as Spain, Portugal, & North Africa.
You can visit various sites on your own or join a tour specifically designed for travellers wishing to experience Danish Jewish hertiage first hand.

Sites that currently make the website's Top 5 points of interest are:

1. Danish Jewish Museum- this museum provides a great perspective on Jewish history in Denmark from the 17th century up until present day.
2. Jewish Copenhagen Walking Tour- This is the perfect combination of general points of interest around Copenhagen while also seeing & learning about Jewish history and culture.
3. The Museum of Danish Resistance 1940-1945 (Frihedsmuseet)- Opened in 1957 and inaugurated in 1995, this is a permanent exhibition aimed at telling the story of Danish resistance during Nazi occupation from 1940-1945.
4. The Great Synagogue of Copenhagen- This is the main synagogue of Jewish Danes in Copenhagen and boasts unique & beautiful architecture considered to be the masterwork of Gustav Friedrich.
5. The Rescue Route- While this may be seen through various modes of transportation, the most highly recommended is through a guided tour or specialized guide for the most engaging experience. On this route, originally travelled in 1943, you'll traverse through quaint and charming fishing villages.

View our guide to Scandinavia here!

Illustration of The Great Synagogue of Copenhagen from around 1899

Allure of the Seas

Over this past year, cruisers and agents alike have been talking about Royal Caribbean's latest ship, the Oasis of the Seas.. Now Royal Caribbean is getting ready to debut her sister ship, Allure of the Seas! She is due to arrive in her new home port of Port Everglades on Thursday November, 11, 2010.

Allure of the Seas video walkthrough from the STX Shipyard in Turku, Finland
(video credits to The Avid Cruiser)

Largest Cruise Liner Just Makes It Under Bridge
Allure passing under Denmark's Storebaelt Bridge (Great Belt Bridge) on it's 13 day transatlantic journey from the STX shipyard in Turku, Finland to Fort Lauderdale, Florida!
(video credits to msnbc.com)

Watch Allure's video logs-- find out about the new & exciting things Allure has to offer & track her progress as she leaves the shipyard in Turku, Finland to arrive in her new homeport of Port Everglades.


Ship Info:
Passengers (Double Occupancy): 5,400
Passengers (Max Occupancy): 6,300
Passenger Decks: 16
Number of Crew: 1,800

Staterooms:
Total in all Categories: 2,706
Suites with Balcony: 166
Oceanview with Balcony: 1,315
Oceanview with no Balcony: 176
Inside, Atrium View: 553
Inside Cabins: 496
Accessible Staterooms: 46

Entertainment:
Casino
Disco/Nightclub
Movies
Card Room/Game Room
Video Games/Arcade

Sports & Activities:
Outdoor Pool
Sports Court
Fitness Center/Gym
Rock Climbing
Jogging Track
2 Flowriders
Zip Line
Mini Golf

For more ship information, click here: CLIA Allure of the Seas