If you want a vacation with no lines, no crowds and no waiting and enjoy attentive, personalized service, then a Small Ship Cruise Vacation is just perfect: featuring outstanding, hidden ports-of-call; in-depth cultural explorations; sophisticated, club-like and intimate ambiance; spectacular scenery; and highly knowledgeable and professional tour guides.

Here’s an example of what you can expect: Sailing out of Nice Harbor, strains of Pavarotti could be heard and under the stars guests toasted “bon voyage” to the mainland and set sail on the voyage towards the first port-of-call, Bonifacio, Corsica. Because of the small size of these ships, they travel “off-the-beaten-track”, allowing her guests to explore hidden harbors, secluded islands and exclusive ports-of-call. Bonifacio, with sheer cliffs of limestone creating a narrow entrance to its fjord-like harbor, is a rare gem visited by a select few.

This breathtaking port was just the first of 6 spectacular and memorable ports that the guests would experience during the remainder of the trip: exotic and strange sounding places such as the Pontine Island of Ponza, the Aeolian Island of Lipari, historic and mythological Taormina and Agrigento in Sicily, the world famous Amalfi coast and fabled Ravello, and the island nation of Malta. The ship sailed by the volcanic island of Stromboli and guests were treated to a spectacular show of molten lava. The Las Vegas style reviews and casinos on larger ships don’t hold a candle to this unforgettable show!

Be assured, small ship cruising does not mean roughing it or doing without. Guests enjoy breakfast and lunch, made from fresh, local ingredients, sometimes under the shade of umbrellas on deck amid the fresh sea air and sunshine.  Sumptuous dinners, accompanied by fine wines, are served in the casual but elegant dining room. Guests are entertained by talented musicians and treated to travel videos, lectures and movies.

Small ship cruising is the wave of the future for sophisticated travelers seeking enrichment, relaxation, personal attention and country-club casual ambiance. For more information about small ship cruising email AKaubris@gmail.com or call 1.888.224.5685.