Researched and Written By

Researched and Written By Aaron Saunders

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

Unique Itinerary: Pacific Northwest Fall Getaway


Journey from Vancouver to Los Angeles this September
aboard Norwegian Pearl.
Map courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Line

It's August, and that means that the 2010 Alaska cruise season is slowly but steadily drawing to a close.  It also means that some fantastic deals on repositioning cruises are available; in order to get ships to and from Alaska, many lines offer a series of short segment cruises known as Pacific Coastal cruises.  Usually sailing from Los Angeles, San Diego or San Francisco to Vancouver and vice-versa, these repositioning voyages can be a fantastic way to get a relaxing cruise vacation at rock-bottom prices.

For those in need of a quick fix for September, Norwegian Cruise Line has the cure: a five-day repositioning voyage aboard the beautiful Norwegian Pearl.

Departing Vancouver aboard Norwegian Pearl.
Photo © Aaron Saunders
Departing Sunday, September 19, 2010 from Vancouver, British Columbia, this unique voyage sails to Astoria, Oregon and San Francisco, California before terminating in Los Angeles.  With two days at sea complementing the days in port, this itinerary is the perfect blend of exploration and relaxation for those without the time to sail a longer voyage.

Also palatable is the price: a very reasonable $299 per person secures you an inside cabin.  Oceanview staterooms are just $319, with balconies not far behind at $399 per person. 

What makes this itinerary so unique?  Besides the attractive price point, many voyages are simple point-to-point journeys with one, two, or three sea days in between in order to keep port fees down and maximize onboard revenue.  A five day voyage such as this, with two interesting ports and two relaxing sea days, is a great find, and one that is sure to please those looking for a relaxing voyage on an incredible ship.

For more information, be sure to visit the Norwegian Cruise Line website.

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