NCL Freestyle Cruising will homeport a ship in Venice for the first time next year.
Norwegian Gem will sail two seven-night itineraries across the Greek Isles and Aegean Sea from the port for the 2010/2011 season.
General manager Stephen Park said: “Gem’s itineraries have been designed to meets the needs of both agents and guests.
“The accessibility of Venice by air and the convenience of seven-night sailings means the itineraries will appeal to a new, younger demographic, whilst experienced cruisers have option of the 14-night back-to-back sailing.â€
NCL’s new Freestyle Cruising Europe 2010/2011 Preview Brochure also features a new ‘Mediterranean Treasures’ itinerary with stops in Monte Carlo and Palma, plus Baltic, Canary Islands and Eastern Mediterranean sailings from April 2010 April 2011.
Agents booking before May 31 can upgrade customers to the best available stateroom within a category, delivering savings of up to £250 per person.
By Bev Fearis
