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Issue 8: Sarurday, 15 September 2018

All the fun of Christmas – at sea

If the idea of spending Christmas at sea with your family appeals – Royal Caribbean has some excellent deals on offer. No long overseas trips involved – we are talking about itineraries like 11 nights Tropical Treats out of Sydney priced for a balcony cabin (preferred) from $1499pp twin share. Book by December 2. More details here

Double upgrade offer on Azamara

Azamara is a cruise line I can thoroughly recommend. Smaller ships mean more personalised service and guests sail right into the heart of major European destinations leaving the monster ships in their wake. Right now Azamara is offering a Double Upgrade offer  to a Club Veranda stateroom. Cruises are available from Alaska to Bermuda. More details here

Get more Emirates miles for your money

If you are a member of the Emirates frequent flyer program you can currently get more Skywards Miles for your money. Until September 30 enjoy a 20% discount when you buy, gift or transfer more than 2,000 miles. Skywards Miles are your currency for reward flights and upgrades, hotel stays and car rentals. Go to www.emirates.com

20% discount on Etihad flights

This Etihad deal for guest members ends on September 20- enjoy a 20% discount on flights to Belgrade, Brussels, Dusseldorf, Geneva, Istanbul, Milan and Zurich. The discount is 10% to Amsterdam, Athens, Baku, Berlin, Budapest, Casablanca, Copenhagen, Dublin, Edinburgh, Frankfurt, London, Madrid, Manchester, Minsk, Moscow, Munich, Paris, Rabat, Rome, Venice, Vienna. More at www.etihad.com

Spring into 30% off accommodation deals

Step into spring with up to 30% off when you book your stay at a TFE property. The range is enormous – choose from Adina, Vibe, Travelodge and Rendezvous. TFE Hotels eClub subscribers save 10% more. Use the promo code spring30 to unlock your eClub extra discount. More details, TFEhotels.com

Fly to Europe from $1020

You will have to be really quick for this special – Qatar Airways is having a flash sale with prices to Europe down to $1020. In addition, earn triple Qmiles when you book on qatarairways.com. Registration is required. Book by 18 Sept 2018 for travel from 1 October 2018 until 31 May 2019. Emirates is also on sale until October 4 with prices to Europe from $1282.

Four offers from Holland America

Set sail with Holland America and enjoy the advantages of early savings, free beverages, speciality dining one evening and 50% reduced deposit. Suites receive $200 shipboard credit. These deals are valid for most sailings summer 2019 to Winter/Spring 2020. Receive all four offers on any stateroom. More details here

Take your friends aboard Eurostar

Eurostar is a great way to travel to Europe from London – don’t even think about the hassle of flying. With up to eight friends, head for Paris, Belgium or Amsterdam. The more tickets you buy, the more you’ll save. Book bySeptember 28 to travel between 2 October and 12 December 2018. two people £28pp, three, £27pp,  four or more  £25pp. More details here

Paris to Switzerland a bargain

If you are in Europe and want to visit Switzerland here is an excellent offer from OUI.sncf, the online travel agency of rail operator SNCF. Travel from Paris to Switzerland, or from Southern France to Geneva between 24 September and 30 November From 39€ one way. Book before 25 September to enjoy the deal. An upgrade to first class costs from just 10 euros extra. Details here

Singapore and the Maldives all inclusive

In the newspapers this week – Scenic has a number of interesting river cruise itineraries including Jewels of Russia – a 15 day cruise from St Petersburg to Russia priced from $10,140 and Beautiful Bordeaux – 11 days from $6590. Remember this company is offering flights to Europe from $95pp. Webjet Exclusives is promoting a 10 day Singapore and Maldives all inclusive package. Experience big city living and relaxing at an award winning resort. More details here