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Tobago: an island paradise The small fishing village of Charlotteville is situated in Tobago’s idyllic Man-O-War Bay and can only be reached by land via a steep road which cuts through the rainforest. With the ship anchored in the town’s picturesque bay, you will have plenty of time to discover the island or to plunge into the emerald-green waters. Idyllic sailing along the trade winds In winter and spring the Caribbean trade winds provide ideal speeds and perfect stability, while delivering ex- tremely pleasant air and water temperatures. The many hours out at sea will turn into a real joy for the tall ship, and a delight for those looking to enjoy freedom beneath the sails. All this in stunning waters. A day at the beach on the popular sailors’ island of Bequia The SEA CLOUD drops anchor in Admiralty Bay at Port Elizabeth on Bequia. It is the meeting place for round-the-world sailors and private luxury yachts. Our zodiacs bring you to the town or to one of the island’s most beautiful beaches. You will have plenty of time for whatever you choose, be it swimming, snorkelling or taking a stroll. A delight for all the senses: Grenada, the island of spice There is a reason why nutmeg is immortalised on this country’s national flag. Since colonial times nutmeg – along with cloves, cinnamon and ginger – has been one of the island’s most important exports. If the aromatic fragrance of the tropics were to have a name, it would have to be “Grenada”. Visit two of the ABC islands: Bonaire and Curaçao The ABC islands off the coast of Venezuela are considered the “Netherlands of the Caribbean”, and their colonial past is still visible in their pastel-coloured architecture. Date palms stand outside the gabled houses and you can order Dutch “Poffertjes” pancakes alongside cactus liqueur in the restaurants. There are plenty of colours on show underwater, too; and their breathtaking biodiversity renders these island beauties a Mecca for water sports fans. Panama City and the Panama Canal When the Panama Canal opened in 1914 after more than 30 years of construction, this shortened the route for ships sailing between New York and Los Angeles by almost 15,000 kilometres (9,320 miles). Panama City has experienced enormous growth ever since. The contrast between its ultra-modern banking centre and lovingly restored historic quarters is what makes this city Central America’s style capital. A lecturer accompanies the trip Exciting topics, background information and fascinating facts – our expert offers talks on a whole range of sub- jects from his specialist field and will be happy to answer your questions throughout the cruise. Idyllic tropical islands, aromatic spices, colonial flair and the many beautiful facets of Panama.

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Page 1: Idyllic tropical islands, aromatic spices, colonial flair ... · plenty of colours on show underwater, too; and their breathtaking biodiversity renders these island beauties a Mecca

Tobago: an island paradise

The small fishing village of Charlotteville is situated in Tobago’s idyllic Man-O-War Bay and can only be reached by land via a steep road which cuts through the rainforest. With the ship anchored in the town’s picturesque bay, you will have plenty of time to discover the island or to plunge into the emerald-green waters.

Idyllic sailing along the trade winds

In winter and spring the Caribbean trade winds provide ideal speeds and perfect stability, while delivering ex-tremely pleasant air and water temperatures. The many hours out at sea will turn into a real joy for the tall ship, and a delight for those looking to enjoy freedom beneath the sails. All this in stunning waters.

A day at the beach on the popular sailors’ island of Bequia

The Sea Cloud drops anchor in Admiralty Bay at Port Elizabeth on Bequia. It is the meeting place for round-the-world sailors and private luxury yachts. Our zodiacs bring you to the town or to one of the island’s most beautiful beaches. You will have plenty of time for whatever you choose, be it swimming, snorkelling or taking a stroll.

A delight for all the senses: Grenada, the island of spice

There is a reason why nutmeg is immortalised on this country’s national flag. Since colonial times nutmeg – along with cloves, cinnamon and ginger – has been one of the island’s most important exports. If the aromatic fragrance of the tropics were to have a name, it would have to be “Grenada”.

Visit two of the ABC islands: Bonaire and Curaçao

The ABC islands off the coast of Venezuela are considered the “Netherlands of the Caribbean”, and their colonial past is still visible in their pastel-coloured architecture. Date palms stand outside the gabled houses and you can order Dutch “Poffertjes” pancakes alongside cactus liqueur in the restaurants. There are plenty of colours on show underwater, too; and their breathtaking biodiversity renders these island beauties a Mecca for water sports fans.

Panama City and the Panama Canal

When the Panama Canal opened in 1914 after more than 30 years of construction, this shortened the route for ships sailing between New York and Los Angeles by almost 15,000 kilometres (9,320 miles). Panama City has experienced enormous growth ever since. The contrast between its ultra-modern banking centre and lovingly restored historic quarters is what makes this city Central America’s style capital.

A lecturer accompanies the trip

Exciting topics, background information and fascinating facts – our expert offers talks on a whole range of sub-jects from his specialist field and will be happy to answer your questions throughout the cruise.

Idyllic tropical islands, aromatic spices, colonial flair and the many beautiful facets of Panama.

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* All excursions listed worth approx. € 400are included in the cruise-only rate!

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BarbadosBequia

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BonaireCuraçao

VenezuelaSan Blas Islands

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Puerto LimónSan José

Panama

Colombia

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Panama City

Pacific Ocean

Caribbean Sea

Sea Cloud 14 nights18 Feb. to 03 Mar. 2016 SC-160718 Feb. Bridgetown/Barbados 22.00

Guests arrive individually in Barbados. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud.

19 Feb. Port Elizabeth/Bequia 17.00 20 Feb. Port Elizabeth/Bequia 13.00

Excursion to a turtle sanctuary.*21 Feb. Man-O-War Bay/Tobago 06.00 14.00

Excursion to the Argyle waterfall.*22 Feb. St George’s/Grenada 08.00 13.00

Island trip.*23 Feb. At sea24 Feb. Kralendijk/Bonaire 16.00 24.0025 Feb. Willemstad/Curaçao 08.00 12.30

Island trip and city walking tour of Willemstad.*26 Feb. At sea27 Feb. Cartagena/Colombia 14.00 24.00

City tour with folklore.*

28 Feb. At sea29 Feb. San Blas Islands/Panama 08.00 13.00

Visit to a village of the Kuna Indians.*01 Mar. Colón/Panama 07.00 17.00

Panama City including visit to the Miraflores locks.*02 Mar. Bocas del Toro/Panama 14.00 17.00

Boat tour through the national park.*03 Mar. San José (Puerto Limón)/Costa Rica 02.00

Disembarkation. Guests return home individually.

Itinerary subject to change! at anchor

Two magnificent weeks of sailing along the trade winds from the Grenadines to Central America: Barbados – San José (Puerto Limón)

Combination:Combine trips SC-1607 and SC-1608, and save 10% on the cruise-only rate of the lower-priced trip.

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Colourful coral islands, legendary ancient Maya cities and that famous Cuban spirit.

Several relaxing days at sea

Besides crossing worlds and discovering new lands, we let relaxation take a front seat on our yacht for four whole days. Plenty of time to enjoy life under the white sails and to be spoilt in every way.

The world’s second largest coral reef

The Belize Barrier Reef is a 256-kilometre-long (159 miles) reef system which contains countless small coral islands. The Lighthouse Reef Atoll features a particularly special natural wonder: the Great Blue Hole. This circular sub-marine sinkhole, with a diameter of over 300 metres (0.19 miles), was created during the last ice age and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Donning your snorkel and getting an underwater view is obviously another great way to discover the impressive beauty of the reef.

Maya cities in Mexico and Belize

The sophisticated culture of the Maya in Central America, which began roughly 5,000 years ago and ended around the time of the Spanish conquest, is still

a mystery. Their ceremonies seem to have been gory, their step pyramids imposing, and their stone carvings required a great deal of skill. On our trip you will disco-ver three mystical Maya strongholds: Tulum, in Mexico, is the only Maya city situated on the coast; Altun Ha and Lamanai are in Belize. Lamanai is situated on the banks of an inland lagoon and remained populated for roughly 3,000 years. Excavations have revealed that over 20,000 people lived there around 700 AD.

Havana’s Tropicana

Discover the place where Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra and Josephine Baker took to the stage and where Edith Piaf, Ernest Hemingway and Marlon Brando applauded wildly in the audience: the legendary Tropicana in Havana. With its colourful shows, this cabaret nightclub is just as magical, vivacious and thrilling as it was when it opened back in 1939.

A lecturer accompanies the trip

Knowledge, entertainment and facts – our expert is on hand to give talks on a wide variety of specialist sub-jects. He will also be on board to answer any questions that you may have.

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Culture, nature and a zest for life – the colourful kaleidoscope of Central America: San José (Puerto Limón) – Havana

Sea Cloud 12 nights03 Mar. to 15 Mar. 2016 SC-160803 Mar. San José (Puerto Limón)/Costa Rica 18.00

Guests arrive individually in Puerto Limón.Embarkation on the Sea Cloud.

04 Mar. Corn Islands/Islas del Maíz/Nicaragua 13.30 18.00 05 Mar. At sea06 Mar. At sea07 Mar. Roatán/Honduras 14.00 18.00

Cable car trip through the treetops and excursion to the beach.*

08 Mar. Belize City/Belize 13.30 Excursion to Altun Ha.*

09 Mar. Belize City/Belize 18.00 Excursion to Lamanai and boat tour.*

10 Mar. Lighthouse Reef/Belize 08.00 13.00 Snorkelling excursion to the Great Blue Hole.*

11 Mar. At sea12 Mar. Cozumel/Mexico 08.00 22.00

Excursion to the ancient Maya city of Tulum or beach buggy tour and snorkelling.*

13 Mar. At sea14 Mar. Havana/Cuba 17.00

At an additional charge: visit to the Tropicana show.15 Mar. Havana/Cuba

Disembarkation. Guests return home individually.

Itinerary subject to change! at anchor

* All excursions listed worth approx. € 250are included in the cruise-only rate!

Extras

Single surcharge: Category 1-5: 50%, Category A-C: 100%

** Guaranteed cabins: There is only a limited allotment available for these categories.

Cruise-only rates per person

Category SC-1607 SC-1608 SC-160708

GTY double cabin** € 11.3355 € 13.0954 € 15.2453 € 17.3452 € 18.7751 € 19.825C € 22.685B € 24.405A € 26.215GTY single cabin** € 16.625

€ 340 Early booking incentive per person until 30 June 2015 € 400 € 710

€ 6.395€ 7.395€ 8.595€ 9.795€ 10.595€ 11.195€ 12.795€ 13.795€ 14.795€ 9.395

€ 5.495€ 6.335€ 7.395€ 8.395€ 9.095€ 9.595€ 10.995€ 11.795€ 12.695€ 8.035