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ShakeSpeare red iScovereda Jou r ney t o e xp l o r e t h e L egacy o f t h e Ba rd
a b o a r d t h e d e l u x e L’ A u s t r a l
apri l 28–May 9, 2016
SPECIAL A IrfArE SAvIngS
See Inside
S h a k e S p e a r e r e d i S c o v e r e d
invites you to joinStEPhEn SEgALLEr
Execu t i v e P roduce r o f Shake spea re Uncove red
on a Journey to explore the Legacy of the Bard
aboard the deluxe L’Australapril 28–May 9, 2016
Cover: Anne Hathaway's Cottage, Stratford-upon-Avon
Bruges
S h a k e S p e a r e r e d i S c o v e r e d
invites you to joinStEPhEn SEgALLEr
Execu t i v e P roduce r o f Shake spea re Uncove red
on a Journey to explore the Legacy of the Bard
aboard the deluxe L’Australapril 28–May 9, 2016
Dear Traveler,
Next year marks the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare's death, and in honor of the occasion, we are offering a very special literary journey that celebrates the life and legacy of the immortal Bard. We invite you to join us on a journey between London and Dublin in the company of Stephen Segaller, executive producer of the PBS series Shakespeare Uncovered.
During our stay in London, we'll take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Globe Theatre, a faithful reproduction of the original that burned to the ground in 1613 during a performance of Henry VIII; and visit the remains of the Rose Theatre, the first purpose-built playhouse to stage a production of any of Shakespeare's works. Attending an evening performance at the Globe caps this day of discovery. Before embarking our deluxe five-star small cruise ship, L'Austral, right in the heart of London, we'll take an overland excursion to Shakespeare's birthplace of Stratford-upon-Avon.
The next eight days will have us calling at the highlights of the region: the perfectly-preserved medieval town of Bruges; the singular Tresco Abbey Gardens on the Isles of Scilly, where tropical plants grow in abundance; Ireland's towering Cliffs of Moher, with their breathtaking sea views; and mystical Giant's Causeway near Belfast. Mr. Segaller will regale us with lively discussions and lectures throughout the journey, exploring the idea that Shakespeare is "not of an age, but for all time." He will also converse about the production of Shakespeare Uncovered—a unique television program that combines history, biography, stagecraft, iconic performances, scholarly analysis, and the personal passions of its celebrated hosts.
Spring is the ideal time to visit England and Ireland, when these destinations are alive with a poetic, wild beauty. We hope you will join Stephen Segaller on this voyage as we trace the life and works of England's—and perhaps the world's—greatest playwright.
Sincerely,
Neal Shapiro President and CEO
One of the most prolific and respected producers in public broadcasting, Stephen Segaller oversees all national programming from the producing subsidiaries of WNET (New York) – THIRTEEN, WLIW21 and Creative News Group. Among these productions are: Nature, Great Performances, American Masters, Secrets of the Dead, Religion & Ethics Newsweekly, and Cyberchase. He created
the PBS series Wide Angle, Expose, Need To Know, and in 2013 the weekend edition of the PBS NewsHour. He has executive-produced the PBS documentary series Ascent of Money and The War of the World, both with Niall Ferguson, Extreme Oil, and Women, War & Peace with Abigail Disney and Pamela Hogan. He has also produced a wide range of individual documentaries, including Walter Cronkite’s last two documentaries City at War: London Calling and Legacy of War.
Stephen has a lifelong passion for Shakespeare. His first public performance, at age six, was a recitation of King Henry V’s “band of brothers” speech on the eve of the Battle of Agincourt. As a college student he acted in numerous Shakespeare plays, despite attending Corpus Christi College, Cambridge —the alma mater of Christopher Marlowe. Stephen’s abiding interest in Shakespeare led him in 2008 to embrace British producer Richard Denton’s idea of creating a series of films on various plays, hosted by award-winning actors who had performed them. The result was Shakespeare Uncovered, now in its third season.
GuEST LECTuRERALL-InCLuSIvE fArES & unIquE fEAturESour fares are truly all-inclusive. coupled with the high-quality lecture and educational program, we provide a most attractive value.
Included•TwonightsinadeluxehotelinLondon,priortoembarkation•CruiseaboardthedeluxeL’Austral. all accommodations
are outside staterooms and suites, 95% of which feature a private balcony.
•Completeprogramofshoreexcursionsandactivities•Airport/hotel/piertransfersandhandlingofluggage•Allmealsasnotedinitineraryincludingearlyriser’scoffee&pastry,breakfast,lunch,afternoontea,anddinneraboardship
•complimentary open bar aboard ship•Gratuitiestoshipboardpersonnel,porters,guides,anddrivers•Porttaxesandcharges•Welcomeandfarewellcocktailreceptionsaboardship•Enrichmentprogramoflecturesanddiscussions,ledby
Stephen Segaller•24-hourroomservice•Comprehensivepre-departurematerials
not IncludedAirfare;airporttaxes;passportandvisafeesand/orimmigrationreciprocity taxes (if applicable); trip cancellation and baggage insurance; medical and repatriation insurance; meals and beverages other than those specified above; personal expenses (such as telephone, internet, laundry service, hair salon services, à la carte spa treatments, etc.)
THEPONANTSHIPSThe only ships in their class certified as “Clean Ships”
CARE FOR THE ENVIRONMENTOur concern for the health and well-being of the planet is demonstrated by our active involvement in organizations dedicated to the promotion of ecologically responsible tourism and to the sharing of best practices. We are a proud member of the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators and a signatory of La Charte Bleue d’Armateurs de France, both of which bind us to follow the most stringent rules and regulations governing safety and environmental protection.
CLEAN SHIPSAbove and beyond participation in these organizations, we have taken the additional step of having all four of our sister ships certified “Clean Ship” by the French classification society, Bureau Veritas, one of the world’s major ship classification societies. This coveted and seldom-awarded certification recognizes that the PONANT fleet—from initial design and construction to seagoing operations—has adopted the most environmentally responsible materials, equipment, and management procedures possible.
SPECIALAIRFARESAVINGSSee Ins ide
Globe Theatre, London
Tresco Abbey Gardens, Isles of Scilly
ITINERARY
Friday, May 6GALWAY,IRELANd|CLIFFSOFMOHERClose to the docks of Galway is the Spanish Arch, built in 1594, and the Spanish Parade. Visit the Church of St. Nicholas, where Columbus prayed before setting sail for the New World. Drive to the Burren Peninsula, a huge limestone plateau with extraordinary landforms. More than 700 different flowering plants and ferns have been recorded in this area and at this time of year the area is a kaleidoscope of wildflowers. Also visit the Cliffs of Moher, towering above the ocean. (B,L,D)
Saturday, May 7KILLYBEGS|SLIGO|KILLYBEGSFrom Killybegs, drive towards County Sligo and its breathtaking mountain scenery, lakes, waterfalls, and beaches. Explore Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery, one of the largest mega-lithic sites in Europe, dating from 3700 b.c. Also visit Sligo Abbey with its well-preserved cloisters and 15th-century high altar. (B,L,D)
Sunday, May 8BELFAST,NORTHERNIRELANdOur tour of Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland, includes the ulster Museum with its collection of works by Continental and Irish Masters; and Hillsborough Castle & Gardens, the official Northern Ireland residence of Queen Elizabeth. Alternatively, enjoy an excursion to the famed Giant’s Causeway, a uNESCO World Heritage site of over 40,000 interlocking, hexagonal basalt columns. (B,L,D)
Monday, May 9dUBLIN,IRELANd|dISEMBARK| FLYTOUSA (B)
Monday, May 2OSTENd,BELGIUM|BRUGES|OSTENdEnjoy an excursion to Bruges, a perfectly preserved medieval town known for its charming canals, magnificent architecture, and exquisite art. A walking tour takes us to the marketplace, Belfry Tower, Town Hall, and the Chapel of the Holy Blood. See the City Hall’s Gothic Hall and the Church of Our Lady, home to Michelangelo’s sculpture of Madonna with Child. (B,L,D)
Tuesday, May 3ISLEOFWIGHT,ENGLANd, UNITEdKINGdOMAn independent kingdom in the 15th century, the Isle of Wight so charmed Queen Victoria that after her first visit she is quoted as saying “It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot.” Queen Victoria had Osbourne House built as a summer residence for the royal family in the mid-19th century. Our visit includes the house and gardens, which were designed in the style of a Renaissance Italian country villa. (B,L,D)
Wednesday, May 4TRESCO,ISLESOFSCILLYOn the Isles of Scilly, visit Tresco Abbey Gardens. Because of the mild winter climate, the long hours of summer sunshine, and the high walls and hedges around the garden protecting it from the Atlantic winds, the garden is now home to exotic plants from all over the world. Tresco is also known for its wonderful birding opportunities. (B,L,D)
Thursday, May 5ATSEA(B,L,D)
Thursday, April 28, 2016USaFly from the u.S. to London, England.
Friday, April 29LONdON,ENGLANd,UNITEdKINGdOMArrive in London and transfer to your deluxe hotel. Meet fellow travelers for dinner this evening. (D)
Saturday, April 30LONdONTravel to the Southbank section of London for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Globe Theatre, a faithful reproduction of the original Globe, built in 1599. Explore exhibits highlighting the history of the theater and Shakespeare’s world. Continue to the site of the Rose Theatre, built in 1587. It is thought that Shakespeare worked here as an actor and staged his early plays here. Enjoy a walking tour of the site that archaeologists excavated in 1989. Attend a performance at the Globe Theatre this evening. (B)
Sunday, May 1LONdON|STRATFORd-UPON-AVON|LONdON|EMBARKToday’s excursion travels to Stratford-upon-Avon, Shakespeare’s birthplace. Our touring will include the house where Shakespeare was born, raised, and spent the early years of his marriage to Anne Hathaway; Anne Hathaway’s Cottage; and a behind-the-scenes tour of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. Return to London and embark L’Austral in the late afternoon. (B,L,D)
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Galway
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ENGLAND
LONdONIRELAND
NORTHERN IRELAND
North SeaLondon
FOR RESERVATIONS OR INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL 888 400 1082 WWW.THIRTEEN.ORG
ITINERARY
OPTIONALPOST-CRUISE ExTENSIONINdUBLINMay 9-11, 2016
Continue your discovery of Ireland with a two-night extension in Dublin. In addition to time at leisure to stroll this fascinating city on your own, we will tour its most prominent landmarks.
Monday, May 9, 2016dUBLIN|dISEMBARKDisembark in Dublin, a lively city on the banks of the River Liffey that is justly famous for its historic sites, handsome Georgian architecture, and friendly inhabitants. Tour these sites, including the 13th-century Gothic Cathedral of St. Patrick and Trinity College, with its famed library housing the Book of Kells and other treasures. Check into the Westin Dublin. (B)
Tuesday, May 10dUBLINEnjoy a tour of Dublin Castle. See the beautifully decorated State Apartments, the undercroft for views of the city walls and the underground River Poddle, and the Chester Beatty Library with its fine collection of art and artifacts. (B)
Wednesday, May 11dUBLIN|FLYTOUSAAfter breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for return flights to the united States. (B)
fareS:
Per Person Double Occupancy $1,195
Single Supplement $425
Bruges
Giant's Causeway
English village
Dublin
L’AuSTRAL
L ife aBoardLife aboard the 264-guest L’Austral is relaxed and refined, capturing the best of the French art of living well. Your comfort and well-being are the special responsibility of the impeccably trained staff, whose discreet yet attentive service has become legendary among seasoned travelers. Our goal is to make you feel as though you are sailing aboard your very own yacht.
REdEFININGREST &RELAxATIONAll suites and staterooms face outside and measure from 226 to 581 square feet (including the balcony), and all but eight have a balcony. Features and amenities include a king-size bed or twin beds, mini-bar, safe, individually controlled heat/air-conditioning, flat-screen TV, in-house movies, iPod docking station, wireless Internet access, and telephone. Bathrooms come equipped with a shower (or shower/bathtub), hair dryer, French toiletries, and bathrobes. Laundry services and 24-hour room service are available throughout.
SAFETY,COMFORT &CONVENIENCEL’Austral is equipped with the latest communication, navigational, and safety equipment and meets or exceeds uSPHS and u.S. Coast Guard rules. It is also outfitted with a technologically advanced stabilizing system to minimize the effects of rough conditions
Youwilltravelaboardthedeluxe,five-starL’Austral, one of the most beautifully conceived and technologically sophisticated small ships afloat. designed in france and built in italy, L’Austral boasts an elegantly understated aesthetic that one associates with european sensibility and craftsmanship. It is one of four sister ships of the PONANT cruise line, selectedasBestLuxuryCruiseLinebyCruiseCritic’seditorsin2014.
at sea. Three passenger elevators serve all six decks. And public amenities include an outdoor heated pool, lounges, two restaurants, a theater/lecture hall, a well-stocked library, and a full-service salon, steam room, spa, and fitness center.
CUISINEThe quality of food, its preparation, and the social experience of a meal are the objects of special care aboard ship. Whether you are enjoying breakfast among friends, a sun-kissed lunch on one of the outside decks, or a delightful dinner in the elegant surroundings of the restaurants, the talented chefs showcase their expertise by bringing out the very best in local flavors. PONANT was selected as an Outstanding Culinary Cruise Line by Saveur magazine in 2014.
RESPECTFORTHEENVIRONMENTThe health of our planet, and especially its oceans, is a critical concern for us. We have taken care to certify all of our sister ships as “clean ships,” employing the most eco-friendly technology available today. As environmentally responsible ship operators, we not only comply with existing regulations; we anticipate new ones. We continually seek to share industry best practices on matters ranging from increasing energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions to waste treatment and recycling.
L’AuSTRAL
FARES PER PERSON, DOuBLE OCCuPANCY
Superior Stateroom $7,990
Deluxe Stateroom $8,990
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 $9,190
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 $9,290
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 $9,390
Deluxe Suite $10,190
Prestige Suite - Deck 5 $10,490
Prestige Suite - Deck 6 $10,790
Single occupancy Supplement: Singles are available in the Prestige Stateroom categories at an additional supplement to the per person, double occupancy fares as follows: $2,170 (Prestige Stateroom – Deck 4), $2,280 (Prestige Stateroom – Deck 5), and $2,380 (Prestige Stateroom – Deck 6). Subject to availability.
SPECIAL offEr – AIrfArE CrEdItWe are pleased to offer an airfare credit of $1,000 per couple ($500 per solo traveler) when you book this cruise by october 31, 2015. this offer cannot be combined with any other offers.
2 Gastronomic Restaurant - Marina
3 28 Deluxe staterooms with private balcony - 8 Superior staterooms - Main Lounge - Shop - Reception desk - Excursion desk - Medical center
4 35 Prestige staterooms with private balcony - Theater
5 37 Prestige staterooms with private balcony (with 22 Prestige staterooms convertible into 11 Prestige suites) - Fitness Center - Beauty Corner SOTHYS™: Hammam, Massage, Hairdresser - Relaxation room - Image & photo desk - Bridge
6 Owner’s Suite with private balcony - 3 Deluxe Suites with private balcony - 20 Prestige staterooms with private balcony (with 18 Prestige staterooms convertible into 9 Prestige suites) - Pool - Grill Restaurant - Internet space - Library - Panoramic lounge - Panoramic terrace
7 Sun Deck - Open-air Bar
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PONT 6
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PONT 4
PONT 3
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SuiteDeluxe
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GrillRestaurant
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Library
Internet
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FitnessCenter
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BridgeLeisure Area
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Wheelhouse
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SuiteDeluxe
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603
SuiteDeluxe
601
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PanoramicTerrace Pool
GrillRestaurant
Buffet
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PanoramicLounge
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Library
Internet
Bar
FitnessCenter
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PONT 3
PONT 2
PLAN PONTS AUSTRAL
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503 501505507509511515517519521523525527529531533535537539
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Wheelhouse
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Lift Lift
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Main LoungeClub
Bar
PONT 6
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PONT 4
PONT 3
PONT 2
PLAN PONTS AUSTRAL
504 502506508510512514516518520522524526528530532534536
503 501505507509511515517519521523525527529531533535537539
BridgeLeisure Area
Lift Lift
LiftPhoto Desk
ShowersHammam
MassageRelaxationRoom
Balneo
Hairdresser
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Wheelhouse
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SuiteDeluxe
Owner’sSuite
603
SuiteDeluxe
601
SuiteDeluxe
PanoramicTerrace Pool
GrillRestaurant
Buffet
GrillLift Lift
PanoramicLounge
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Library
Internet
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Reception
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Excursion
Main Lounge& Bar
MedicalCenterSh
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Main Lounge& BarTheater
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Main LoungeClub
Bar
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PONT 3
PONT 2
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MassageRelaxationRoom
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603
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PanoramicTerrace Pool
GrillRestaurant
Buffet
GrillLift Lift
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Library
Internet
Bar
FitnessCenter
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MedicalCenterSh
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ShowersHammam
MassageRelaxationRoom
Balneo
Hairdresser
612 610 608 606614616618620622624626
615 611 609 607 605617619621623625
Wheelhouse
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SuiteDeluxe
Owner’sSuite
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PanoramicTerrace Pool
GrillRestaurant
Buffet
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Library
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OWNER’SSUITE(484 sq.ft + 97 sq.ft. private balcony)
Balcony
WC WCShower
Dressingroom
Diningroom
Balneobathtub
Sofa
Tv Tv
Bar Desk
Suite Armateur - AUSTRAL - UKPONT 6
3dELUxESUITES (290 sq.ft. + 54 sq.ft. private balcony)
Balcony
WC Dressingroom
Tv
Daybed
ShowerBar
Balcony
WCDressingroom
TvShower
Bar
Suites Deluxe - AUSTRALPONT 6
Daybed
28 deLUxe STATEROOMS (200 sq.ft. + 43 sq.ft. private balcony)
WC
Shower
Balcony
Dressingroom
Tv
Bar
WC
Shower
Balcony
Dressingroom
Tv
Bar
Cabines Deluxe - AUSTRAL - UKPONT 3
8 SUperior STATEROOMS (226 sq.ft.)
WC
Shower
Dressingroom
Tv
Daybed
Bar
WC
Shower
Dressingroom
Tv
Daybed
Bar
Cabines Supérieures - AUSTRAL - UKPONT 3
UPTO20PRESTIGESUITES (398 sq.ft. + 86 sq.ft. private balcony)UPTO92PRESTIGESTATEROOMS (200 sq.ft. + 43 sq.ft. private balcony)
Balcony
WC WC
Dressingroom
Dressingroom Shower Shower
WCWC
Sofa
Tv Tv
Bar Bar
Balcony
WC
Dressingroom
DressingroomShower(1)Shower
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Suites Prestige - AUSTRALPONTS 6 - 5
Tv Tv
Bar Bar
WC
Shower(2)
Balcony
Dressingroom
Tv
Bar
Shower
WC
Balcony
Dressingroom
Cabines Prestiges - AUSTRAL - UKPONTS 4 - 5 - 6
WC
Shower
Balcony
Dressingroom
Shower
WC
Balcony
Dressingroom
Sofa Sofa Tv
Bar
Tv
Bar
Tv
Bar
DECK PLAN
ALL-InCLuSIvE fArES & unIquE fEAturESour fares are truly all-inclusive. coupled with the high-quality lecture and educational program, we provide a most attractive value.
Included•TwonightsinadeluxehotelinLondon,priortoembarkation•CruiseaboardthedeluxeL’Austral. all accommodations
are outside staterooms and suites, 95% of which feature a private balcony.
•Completeprogramofshoreexcursionsandactivities•Airport/hotel/piertransfersandhandlingofluggage•Allmealsasnotedinitineraryincludingearlyriser’scoffee&pastry,breakfast,lunch,afternoontea,anddinneraboardship
•complimentary open bar aboard ship•Gratuitiestoshipboardpersonnel,porters,guides,anddrivers•Porttaxesandcharges•Welcomeandfarewellcocktailreceptionsaboardship•Enrichmentprogramoflecturesanddiscussions,ledby
Stephen Segaller•24-hourroomservice•Comprehensivepre-departurematerials
not IncludedAirfare;airporttaxes;passportandvisafeesand/orimmigrationreciprocity taxes (if applicable); trip cancellation and baggage insurance; medical and repatriation insurance; meals and beverages other than those specified above; personal expenses (such as telephone, internet, laundry service, hair salon services, à la carte spa treatments, etc.)
THEPONANTSHIPSThe only ships in their class certified as “Clean Ships”
CARE FOR THE ENVIRONMENTOur concern for the health and well-being of the planet is demonstrated by our active involvement in organizations dedicated to the promotion of ecologically responsible tourism and to the sharing of best practices. We are a proud member of the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators and a signatory of La Charte Bleue d’Armateurs de France, both of which bind us to follow the most stringent rules and regulations governing safety and environmental protection.
CLEAN SHIPSAbove and beyond participation in these organizations, we have taken the additional step of having all four of our sister ships certified “Clean Ship” by the French classification society, Bureau Veritas, one of the world’s major ship classification societies. This coveted and seldom-awarded certification recognizes that the PONANT fleet—from initial design and construction to seagoing operations—has adopted the most environmentally responsible materials, equipment, and management procedures possible.
TERMS&CONdITIONSCompagnie du PONANT, PONANT Group uSA, LLC, and PONANT uSA, LLC are hereinafter collectively referred to as “PONANT GROuP”. Please read carefully the following terms and conditions, which constitute the sole, legally enforceable agreements between the passenger and PONANT GROuP and the tour’s sponsoring organization.
PAYMENT SCHEdULE: In order to secure a booking, the guest is required to pay $2,000 per person. Final payment is due 90 days prior to departure. Checks and credit cards are accepted.CANCELLATION,MOdIFICATIONPENALTIES&REFUNdS: All cancellations or modifications must be in writing. Any and all guests not reporting for departure or prevented from reporting for departure or waiving for any reason whatsoever the benefit of services included in the program cannot claim any refund. PONANT GROuP shall not be required to refund any monies to any guests who must leave the cruise prematurely for any reason, nor shall PONANT GROuP be held responsible for any costs, fees, damages or causes of action which result from the transportation expenses incurred by guest’s early departure.For any deposited or fully paid booking, cancellation penalties will be assessed as noted below. These cancellation penalties are applicable on all services booked with PONANT GROuP. • From confirmation of booking date up to 91 days prior
departure: $1,000 per person fee• 90-61 days prior departure: 50% of full fare• Within 60 days prior to departure: 100% of full fare.
TRAVEL INSURANCE: Passengers shall be responsible for subscribing to cancellation/luggage/assistance repatriation/medical insurance(s).ITINERARY: PONANT GROuP reserves the right to withdraw and/or cancel a sailing to make changes in the itinerary whenever, in its sole judgment, or in the judgment of the vessel owner or operator, conditions warrant it.INdEPENdENT CONTRACTORS/LIMIT OF LIABILITY: The passenger agrees that PONANT GROuP acts as agent and/or trustee for any person, ground and maritime agents and subcontractors, who provide any service forming, or in connection with, any part of the cruise. Transportation services to the port of departure, transfers to the ship, including, as applicable, hotel room and restaurant bookings or guided tours, are performed by independent suppliers who are not employees of PONANT GROuP. In this respect, PONANT GROuP acts only as an agent and shall not be held liable for said services or for the acts or omissions of sub-contractors or other contractors.
PONANT GROuP shall not be held liable for bodily injury to, or death of passengers, or for loss of, or damage to luggage or other personal belongings, unless it is proved that the carrier has infringed statutory obligations or that it or one of its employees or agents has committed gross negligence. However, in the event the liability of PONANT GROuP is incurred, such liability is limited (details available upon request).
PONANT GROuP shall in any case not be liable for failure of an improper performance when the same is due to or caused by the fault of the passenger; the unforeseeable or unavoidable fault of a third party unconnected with the provision of any services to be provided under the contract; unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond the control of PONANT GROuP; an event of “Force Majeure” such as a war, threat of war, riots, civil commotion, acts of God, terrorist activities, natural and nuclear disaster, fire, technical problems with transport, closure of ports, strikes and any industrial action, or any other event beyond the control of PONANT GROuP.
RATES: The prices given at the time of booking are based on economic conditions known on June 1, 2015 and are subject to change. These conditions are, amongst others, the cost of transport and fuel, relevant dues and taxes for the proposed operation (port taxes, embarkation and disembarkation taxes, entrance costs to tourist sites), currency exchange rates relevant to the pricing of these programs. PONANT GROuP reserves the right within the legal limits of applicable laws to vary the prices if necessary. All variation of the cost of transport, fuel, taxes, dues and visa costs will be passed on within the voyage cost. Additionally, any surcharge levied will be increased to include an amount to cover agent’s commission. Any change in fare cannot be imposed less than 60 days prior to departure. For the cruise-only rate, daily surcharge, if any, will be calculated based on: S= fuel variation* x daily consumption**Ship capacity ***(*): MGO FOB Rotterdam 0,1% in US$ (**): L’AuSTRAL, LE BOREAL, LE LYRIAL, LE SOLEAL: 20t(***): L’AuSTRAL, LE BOREAL, LE LYRIAL, LE SOLEAL: 244 passengersJURISdICTION: These terms & conditions are subject to and interpreted according to International regulations and concern the transportation of passengers and their luggage from the time of boarding the ship to the moment of disembarking, as well as at ports of departure, destination, or stopover. PONANT GROuP shall incur no liability outside this period of time. Without prejudice to required legal regulations, any actions related either to the interpretation, or execution of this agreement shall be brought before the competent courts of Marseille-France. PONANT GROuP is not responsible for omissions, printing and/or presentation errors and reserves the right to make corrections as required.SHIPS’REGISTRY: FranceFL Seller of Travel Ref No ST37706 CA Seller of Travel Ref No 2120712-40
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Enclosed is my check or credit card no. for $______ ($2,000 per person) as a deposit to hold ____ place(s) on: ShakespeareRediscovered.I understand that final payment is due ninety (90) days prior to departure.
Please make check payable to and mail with this registration form to: PONANTCulturalCruises&Expeditions 132 East 70th Street, New York, NY 10021
o AmEx o Discover
o Visa o MasterCard
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3- or 4-Digit Security Code
please select cabin category in order of preference (1st, 2nd & 3rd choice):
Superior Stateroom
Deluxe Stateroom
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6
Deluxe Suite
Prestige Suite - Deck 5
Prestige Suite - Deck 6
o Twin Beds o Double Bed
o Single Occupancy
o Share (cannot be guaranteed)
DR./MR./MRS./MS. FIRST LAST
DR./MR./MRS./MS. FIRST LAST
ADDRESS
CITY/STATE/ZIP
TELEPHONE (DAY) (EVENING)
Each participant must sign below: I/We have read the “Terms & Conditions” section and agree to its terms.
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For information and reservations please contact PONANT toll-free at 1 888 400 1082
(Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Eastern Time)
www.thirteen.org
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