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ISLAND CRUISES UNVEIL NEW MEDITERRANEAN ITINERARY FOR SUMMER 2009 28 Apr 08

Island Cruises, the relaxed, friendly and informal cruise line, has announced a new Mediterranean itinerary for the 2009 summer season, Mediterranean Splendour.
 
Providing travellers with a fresh new holiday alternative, Mediterranean Splendour will sail from Palma, Majorca and visit the ports of Naples, Civitavecchia for Rome, Elba-Italy, Calvi-Corsica, and Mahon before returning to Palma. Regional flights will be available from 19 airports across the UK.

The new itinerary, launching with five departure dates in 2009, has been specifically designed to appeal Island Cruises' repeat guests who have already sailed the Mediterranean many times before. Mediterranean Splendour will also provide a greater range of 14-night possibilities, as passengers will be encouraged to mix and match the back-to-back itineraries.
 
For old and new guests alike, Mediterranean Splendour will offer more choice to the Island Cruises' portfolio as it includes two brand new ports of call Elba in Italy and Calvi in Corsica.  The beautiful and captivating island of Elba is perhaps best known as the place Napoleon was exiled to.  Explore the rugged coastline and small villages set into verdant hilltops for spectacular views over the magnificent fortress isle.  The next stop is Calvi, a little-known gem of a port with something for everyone.  Meaner through the Old Quarter, relax on the white sands or treat your taste buds at a waterfront eaterie. 

The Mediterranean Splendour itinerary will depart on the following dates in 2009: 2 May, 13 June and 11 July, 22 August and 19 September aboard the Island Star. The 7-night fly cruise, departing on 2 May 09, starts from £649 per person.

For furher information contact the Island Cruises team on 0161 772 8622, log on to islandcruises.com or visit your local travel agent.

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28th April 2008

For further press information contact Claire Headicar on 01273 627843 or claire.headicar@islandcruises.com