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THE ADVENTURE CRUISE COLLECTION NORWEGIAN COASTAL


VOyage & Offbeat alaska We have another two magnificent


adventure destination features to bring you in our Autumn edition, two diverse and exciting areas that fully fit the bill for getting off the beaten cruise track and providing an element of expedition voyaging and small-scale, personal


experiences. First, we sample the typical Norwegian coastal cruise of Hurtigruten, Norway’s premier operator in the northern waters where fjords soar, charming towns abound and wildlife is supreme. It’s a journey full of surprises and immensely human experiences, a long way removed from the big ships and the mass market.


Then we travel further West, all the way to South-East Alaska, where American Safari Cruises operate a wonderful range of novel itineraries to some offbeat destina-


tions on their sleek and luxurious boutique vessels, like Safari Quest. With just 22 passengers aboard, it is a rare and highly individual voyage, and provides a completely alternative view of this mainstream cruise region.


19 The Norwegian Way Steve Newman provides the perfect view of this classic northern journey


80 Alaskan Safari Sailing this area can still provide plenty of the ‘something different’ factor, says Michael DeFreitas


72 FEATURES


24 The Crystal Standard Gary Buchanan reveals what sets elegant Crystal Cruises apart from the luxury competition


31 Antiquity Roadshow New boutique cruise line Voyages to Antiquity have plenty of appeal to Lynn Houghton


55 The Louis Way Anthony Nicholas charts how Louis Cruises have carved out a significant niche for themselves


60 First Timers Offering another sample of what makes cruising so special for newcomers to the party


76 Autumn Fashion Petsa Kaffens reveals what should be the essentials for your next cruise wardrobe


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24 SHIPS IN FOCUS


36 An Epic Event Peter Newall runs the rule over NCL’s grand new entry in the mega-ship stakes


48 Costa v MSC Cruises Our head-to-head look compares the two major Italian-branded lines thanks to Steven B Stern


62 St Helena Sojourn Simon Veness highlights a cruise with a difference on the wonderful little RMS St Helena


66 Enter Azura! P&O’s sparkling new flagship draws the scrutiny – and praise – of master scribe Gary Buchanan


72 Join The Club Lauren Price is impressed by the newly-rebranded style of Azamara Club Cruises


6 WORLD OF CRUISING I Autumn 2010


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