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10 night MSC Dazzling Fall Foliage Canada/New England Cruise on September 22, 2010
Cities Visited: Sydney, Charlottetown, Quebec, Halifax, Newport, New York, Corner Brook
From $1,499 pp/dbl
KIDS SAIL FOR FREE up to 17 years of age! (See dates and rates for details.)
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Sail into the brilliance of fall on a Canada/New England cruise.
We invite you to enjoy la bellezza di autunno––the beauty of autumn––from the private balcony of your ship on our first ever fall foliage cruises. From the excitement of our New York cruise departures to the colorful waterways of a Canada cruise and the historic seaports of New England in the fall, North America is awaiting your discovery.
Che bella vista- what a lovely sight – as MSC Poesia sails into a landscape of dazzling crimson and gold. Our Canada/New England cruises sail up and down the Atlantic Coast from our new departure ports of Quebec City and New York City. You can even sail south to Florida and the Caribbean. The elegant new MSC Poesia, sails along dramatic coastlines into immense natural harbors. A New England cruise takes you to towns like Newport, home to the famous Newport Mansions, and Bar Harbor, gateway to Acadia National Park and Cadillac Mountain. Or sail into Boston, one of the oldest cities in the U.S., where the famous Boston Tea Party took place.
On a Canadian cruise you’ll discover remote Newfoundland and the Acadian settlements of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. And enjoy the European charm of Quebec City, whose Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What Canada/New England cruise would be complete without experiencing the unique energy of New York City on our round-trip NYC cruise? Or select from any number of itineraries between Quebec City and NYC––all setting sail for the splendors of fall in September 2010.
Equally amazing are the Canada/New England cruise deals you’ll find with MSC Cruises. Add this to our KidsCruise Free policy and that adds up to an affordable vacation for the whole family!
Shore excursions included in this cruise package:
- RELIVE HISTORY AT THE FORTRESS OF LOUISBOURG FOR ALMOST 4 HOURS
in Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada - ULTIMATE ANNE OF GREEN GABLE EXPERIENCE FOR 4 TO 5 HOURS
in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada - HISTORIC & NEW QUEBEC WITH MONTMORENCY FALLS FOR 3 1/2 HOURS
in Quebec, Quebec, Canada - A HISTORIC CITY TOUR FOR 3 TO 3 1/2 HOURS
in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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Features:
- Aurea Spa
- International restaurant
- Sushi bar
- Outdoor cinema
- Children’s pool and outdoor play area
- Children’s camp
- Mini-golf
- Basketball
- Jogging track
- Shuffleboard
- Table-tennis
- Video games
- Internet café
- iTV in room
- Safe and mini-bar
- Gym
Inclusions:
- All meals
- Daily activities
- Live entertainment nightly
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Travel on board of the MSC Poesia. Departing from New York and calls to Halifax, Sydney, Charlottetown, Quebec, Quebec, Sydney, Boston, Newport, New York.
| Day | Date | Port | Arr. | Dept | |
| 1 | W Sep 22 | New York, New York, USA | 18:00 | ||
| 2 | Th Sep 23 | Cruise the Atlantic Ocean | |||
| 3 | F Sep 24 | Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada | 14:00 | 20:00 | |
| 4 | Sa Sep 25 | Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada | 09:00 | 18:00 | |
| 5 | Su Sep 26 | Cruise the St. Lawrence River | |||
| 6 | M Sep 27 | Quebec, Quebec, Canada | 08:00 | 18:00 | |
| 7 | Tu Sep 28 | Cruise the Gulf of St. Lawrence | |||
| 8 | W Sep 29 | Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada | 14:00 | 23:00 | |
| 9 | Th Sep 30 | Cruise the Atlantic Ocean | |||
| 10 | F Oct 1 | Newport, Rhode Island, USA | 10:00 | 18:00 | |
| 11 | Sa Oct 2 | New York, New York, USA | 08:00 |
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Departs USA Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010
Returns Saturday, October 2nd, 2010
Prices below are cruise-only and do not include airfare.
Information on Airfare to New York, NY upon request. Call 1-800-431-1515
| Rates | Double | Single | Triple | Quad | |
| Category 6 Cabin “Balcony” *(free upgrade to Category 7 & 8 if available at time-of-booking) | $1,499.00/pp | $2,698.20/pp | n/a | n/a | |
| Category 9 Cabin: Superior Balcony *(free upgrade to Category 10 & 11 if available at time-of-booking) | $1,699.00/pp | $3,058.20/pp | $1,284.33/pp | $910.66/pp | |
| Category 12 Cabin: Balcony Suite | $2,499.00/pp | $4,998.00/pp | $1,817.67/pp | $1,266.66/pp | |
An additional Shore Tax of $72.90 will be added at the time of purchase.
KIDS SAIL FOR FREE up to 17 years of age!
* Up to 2 kids free when sharing a cabin with 2 adults. Category 9 or higher.
** Excursions not included (Tax and Shore Exclusions for Children under 17yr are $312.10 per child).
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Shore excursions included in this cruise package:
| Excursions | Duration | |
RELIVE HISTORY AT THE FORTRESS OF LOUISBOURG A journey back in time and to 1744 at the Fortress of Louisbourg. Meticulously restored to its original appearance, Louisbourg is Canada’s most ambitious attempt to recall the past relationship between France and the American colonies. The excursion will be in two parts, beginning with a 45-minute guided outside walking tour of the restored buildings including the Chateau St. Louis with its beautiful furniture, tapestries and paintings. Free time to explore this fascinating site on your own ; live the experience of a day in 1744 as you stroll the lively streets, perhaps stopping for a snack. Re-enactments erupt at every turn as you explore the city, admiring the many buildings furnished to period or browsing through the myriad of exhibits. | 3.75 hrs | |
ULTIMATE ANNE OF GREEN GABLE EXPERIENCE Leave the pier and driving along the Blue Heron Drive” you will view rolling farmlands, stunning seascapes, tiny villages as you get ready to meet Anne of Green Gables and authentic descendants of Lucy Maud Montgomery. The first stop of the tour will be Silver Bush and the Anne of Green Gables Museum ; you will then embark on a horse and carriage ride along the Lake of Shining Waters. Then, next stop will be Cavendish to Prince, the old farm site that inspired Montgomery’s first novel, “Anne of Green Gables”, published in 1908. | 4, 5 hrs | |
HISTORIC & NEW QUEBEC WITH MONTMORENCY FALLS Hailed as the most French city outside of France, Québec is a spectacle of never-ending sights. You will discover the charm and character of the old town as you explore the historic landmarks such as Dufferin Terrace and the Château Frontenac, for a spectacular view of the St. Lawrence River and the Laurentian Mountains. Your guide will give you a brief overview of the site and then you will explore the castle independently. Drive by Place-Royale, this beautifully restored market square of typical XVII and XVIII century stone architecture. Place Royal is the heart of the lower town and was the site of Champlain’s first settlement and is also the location of the oldest standing catholic church in North America, Notre-Dame-des Victoires. You will then reach Cap Diamant for a photo stop opportunity ; this place takes its name after the shiny stones explorer Jacques-Cartier mistook for diamonds. From here you will have spectacular views of the St. Lawrence River, Lower Town and surrounding countryside. . Return to the port passing through the Plains of Abraham, the Musée National des beaux-arts du Québec and the Parliament building. | 3.5 hrs | |
A HISTORIC CITY TOUR Halifax is Nova Scotia’s vibrant capital city founded in 1749. Leave the pier and start the excursion by passing through bustling downtown Halifax. On the way you will see Province House, the seat of Government and Canada’s oldest legislative building, referred to as “a gem of Georgian architecture” by Charles Dickens, who passed through here in the 1840s. You will also visit Halifax Citadel National Historic Site for a first-hand look at this majestic hilltop fortress completed in 1856 ; the Citadel is one of the most visited sites in Canada. You will also pass by the Historic Properties, a popular complex of 19-century wharves and warehouses transformed into upscale boutique and charming restaurants. A walk through Halifax Public Gardens, one of the oldest examples of Victorian Public Gardens in North America, will complete the excursion. | 3 / 3.5 hrs | |
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MS Poesia
Poetry is like the sea, lulling with gentle swells and stirring the emotions. Just as poetry brings pleasure, the magnificent MSC Poesia cruise ship introduces a new dimension of enjoyment in her inaugural 2008 season. Onboard our elegant new ship you will discover luxury cruising at its best––a spectacular waterfall with bridges in the foyer, a zen garden in the sushi bar and a serene 13,000 square foot spa. Then imagine yourself on a private balcony overlooking the ocean and a star-filled sky, accompanied by the sounds of a Verdi aria.
MSC offers European charm, Italian style. The ships godmother is Sophia Loren, the embodiment of who MSC is, beautiful, passionate, Italian.
Freshly prepared cuisine. Guests enjoy a variety of delicious dining choices from regional Italian specialties to perennial American favorites. In addition to the elegant restaurants ad casual eateries, there are theme and specialty restaurants, ranging from sushi bars to Nouvelle cuisine.
Outstanding entertainment. Lavish heater productions that feature talented International performers who garner standing ovations night after night.
Don’t miss a show!
Tonnage: 93,000
Launch Date: 2008
Number of guests: 2550
Staterooms: 1275
Crew: 987
Pools: 2
Indoor bars and lounges: 10
Restaurants: 5
Length: 964 ft
Officers: Italian
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