Entertainment in a Class of its Own

"Seeing, learning and doing more" has always been the fundamental character of a cruise with Voyages of Discovery - and the ethos is central to the new entertainment program for the Voyages of Discovery’s Winter 10/11 program.

Expressly designed to deliver engaging, informative classes which empower guests to experience the destinations from new perspectives, the new entertainment program offers passengers the chance to spend more time with like-minded passengers who share their interests.

For the budding Turner, a range of artistic workshops includes a watercolor painting course, which takes place in the luxurious surroundings of the yacht club with exquisite panoramic views for inspiration. The class is designed to build skills, confidence and visual creativity so passengers can paint their very own pictures of the stunning landscapes, wildlife and flora and fauna of the exotic and dramatic locations.

A choir at sea is open to singers of all abilities, whether experienced musicians or first timers. Participants needn’t read music as skilled choir masters will quickly have passengers singing in tune and learning as they go along.

Craft workshops include jewelry-making, sewing work and embroidery so that guests can try their hand at replicating the skills and handicrafts of the cultures they experience or create some truly unique souvenirs. The Digital World course allows passengers to free their cameras from the auto setting and capture their experiences and memories as they truly intended before sharing the photographs with friends and family through the information super-highway.

While Discovery is perhaps most famous for the quality of the lectures delivered by its expert guest speakers, the quality of the friendly tuition from artists and crafts teachers is no less impressive. The classes and workshops are welcoming and far-removed from the over-bearing razzmatazz that is sometimes associated with cruising. The classes take full advantage of the benefits of small ship cruising, giving guests the peace and quiet they require and bringing them closer to the inspirational scenery.

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More Savings for Cruise Passengers

In the wake of our last blog about Savings with Regent Seven Seas cruises comes news of some special deals from Voyages of Discovery.

Voyages of Discovery, specializing in cultural cruises, are offering outside cabins for the price of inside cabins.

Only a few cabins remain on many cruises, so this offer has to end by the end of April due to limited availability.

29/07/2010 In the Wake of the Vikings 23 days from £1995 pp

20/08/2010 A Taste of France 11 days from £999 pp

30/08/2010 Magic of the Norwegian Fjords 8 days from £749 pp

06/09/2010 Grand Iberia & Italy 18 days from £1319 pp

25/10/2010 North African Treasures 13 days from £1199 pp

06/11/2010 In Search of Ancient Civilisations 13 days from £1199 pp

Passengers can expect breathtaking scenery, rich histories, fascinating landmarks both on shore and onboard. Plus, if you’d prefer not to fly, many of the cruises listed have the added advantage of being no-fly cruises, sailing round-trip from Harwich.

Expert guest speakers and a 4-star smaller ship will bring you closer to many of Europe’s most spectacular, though often less well traveled destinations. You will share the enriching experience with no more than 650 like-minded passengers in complete comfort and convenience.

Click here for an overview of Voyages of Discovery at Prow's Edge Cruise Magazine, or visit the official Voyages of Discovery web site at www.voyagesofdiscovery.co.uk .