Oceania Cruises: The Best of the Mediterranean and Greek Isles
October 21 – November 3, 2009
A view of the ship's interior
Your World. Your Way. The motto of Oceania Cruises redefines living on the water. Succulent foods, the roar of the ocean – you can enjoy the ship’s country-club ambiance from endless activities to relaxing in a deck chair. Experience the legendary lands of the Eastern Mediterranean where the past seems more intriguing than ever, aboard the luxurious and intimate 684 passenger Insignia. Indulge in the finest cuisine at sea designed by world-renowned chef Jacques Pépin. Relax in your lavishly-appointed stateroom, and let yourself be pampered by the exceptionally attentive staff. All your wants and needs will be catered to. Beginning in the stunning Greek Isles and on to Turkey this extraordinary voyage stops in Delos, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Santorini, Crete, and Corfu. Leaving the echoes of empires and antiquity behind, weave through the colorful tapestry of some of Eastern Europe’s most enchanting and unique ports; Sarande, Albania; Kotor, Montenegro; Ancona, Italy; Dubrovnik, Pula and Rovinj in Croatia. Explore ancient ruins, gaze upon medieval walls, and walk the winding cobbled streets of these fascinating ports of call. Conclude your sea-swept odyssey in beloved Venice, a city of meandering canals, inspiring architecture, and romance. A truly fantastic itinerary!
Hear about what WAA travelers saw
"We had a wonderful time and met many wonderful new people. This was our first alumni tour but it definitely will not be our last!"— Jim and Lynnette Schluter, WAA travelers, 2008
"One of the best trips we’ve taken. Flawless execution, great itinerary, wonderful staff. It had it all!”
— Warren Haug, WAA traveler, 2007
Experience the best of both worlds — the journey and the destination
It’s been said the journey is what’s important, not the destination. In life, that may be true. In travel, however, both are important.A smooth journey is, of course, vitally important. That’s why, at WAA Travel, we handle it all … so you’re free to sit back and enjoy the ride. From booking your hotels and planning excursions to dealing with hassles, our personal service takes care of you.
Then there’s the important decision of choosing your destination. We make that easy for you, too. With more than 40 worldwide trips to pick from, you’re sure to find your ultimate vacation destination. Interested in seeing Japan? Or strolling through Moscow’s Red Square? How about exploring America’s “last frontier” — Alaska?
Wherever you visit, you’ll be with fellow Badgers who may start out as strangers but end up being close friends. You can also invite friends and family on your next WAA adventure (you don’t need to be a UW grad to travel with us).
So make WAA Travel your destination to improve your journeys in both vacations and life.
Warm regards,
Sheri Hicks
Travel Director
Wisconsin Alumni Association
Please call me toll free at (888) WAA-TRAVEL (922-8728) or e-mail me at travel@uwalumni.com to book your next trip.
A portion of all travel proceeds go toward needed scholarships and valuable programs and services that keep UW alumni and friends connected to the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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The reviews are in — traveling with WAA is a hit
"This trip was more than we imagined - we usually don't go on tours. Bravo to WAA."— Nancy and Kenneth Paul, WAA traveler 200?
"I've never travelled with such a compatible group, which made the trip even better than advertised.”
— David Levine, WAA traveler 2008
Enjoy smooth travels with WAA
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