The Western Mediterranean
Golf Cruise to The Western Mediterranean
Aboard Corinthian II
June 15-23, 2009
In the early summer, when the Mediterranean is at the height of its beauty, we voyage to some of the most inspiring backdrops in the world of golf. Aboard the 57 all-suite Corinthian II, we take seasoned golfers where they’ve never before ventured, to pristine courses surrounded by azure waters, shimmering olive groves and whitewashed villages. Opening round is at the superb Cosmopolitan Golf & Country Club, in Italy’s Tuscan coast followed by the exquisite Saint-Donat Golf Country Club in Nice, the center of the Cote d’Azure, and the Sperone Golf Club, the Robert Trent Jones, Sr., masterpiece situated along the cliffs of the island of Corsica. In Sardinia, the game continues at the exclusive Is Molas Golf Club, and next it’s on to Tunisia, with its Carthage Golf Course, a spectacular, challenging course. Throughout the voyage, players may take advantage of our onboard golf host to provide instruction and personal feedback on their game. Non-golfers may participate in excursions that will explore quaint medieval villages, famous centers of culture and art, and ancient sites that have survived through the centuries.
Host:
Rick Howard is a Master Teaching Professional whose experience with both PGA TOUR and LPGA players coupled with over 12 years of golf instruction experience give him an extraordinarily deep understanding of both the golf swing and the game of golf. Using state-of-the-art video equipment, Rick’s simple yet effective teaching philosophy has improved the golf games of thousands of golfers throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. Rick has served as the Director of Instruction at Oakmont Country Club, in Dallas, Texas. He has worked with several top-name athletes and celebrities, including Adam Baldwin, Rick Rhoden, Al Del Greco, Tony Romo and Dick Anderson, just to name a few. A former Golf Professional of the Year, Rick was a finalist on the Golf Channel’s “Big Break VI.” Rick has also been featured in several golf instruction publications. He is married with three children: Brian, Whitney and Claire. He and his wife, Carolyn, reside in Dallas, Texas.
Rates:
| Category |
Description |
Double Rate |
Single Rate |
E |
Outside cabin on Magellan Deck with portholes |
$5,995.00 |
N/A |
D |
Outside cabin on Columbus Deck with window |
$6,695.00 |
$9,390.00 |
C |
Outside cabin Magellan Deck with porholes |
$7,395.00 |
$10,090.00 |
B |
Outside cabin on Columbus Deck with window |
$8,795.00 |
$10,790.00 |
A |
Outside suites on Marco Polo Deck with forward and side windows |
$8,795.00 |
$11,490.00 |
AA |
Outside suites on Marco Polo Deck with forward and side windows |
$9,295.00 |
$18,590.00 |
VS |
Outside Veranda Suites on Erickson Deck with private balcony |
$10,295.00 |
$20,590.00 |
ITINERARY:
Monday, June 15, 2009
USA
Fly from the United States to Rome, Italy.
Tuesday, June 16
ROME, CIVITAVECCHIA,Italy | EMBARK
Arrive in Rome and transfer to Civitavecchia, the city’s deepwater port, to board Corinthian II. Sail in the evening.
Wednesday, June 17
LIVORNO, Tuscany
Arrive in Livorno, Tuscany’s main port city. Golfers will play the opening round at the Cosmopolitan Golf & Country Club, considered one of Italy’s best courses. Surrounded by magnificent scenery, the undulating course follows the natural terrain and consists of sand, dunes and lakes. Touring passengers will have a choice of two full-day excursions. Drive to Florence, the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, to visit its renowned landmarks, or alternatively, tour Pisa, famed for its leaning tower and other medieval buildings in the Campo dei Miracoli, and Lucca, a delightful Tuscan old town surrounded by walls.
Thursday, June 18
NICE | COTE D'AZURE, France
Golfers will play the Saint-Donat Golf Country Club, a Robert Trent Jones, Jr., creation set in exquisite country near the old and historic Provencal town of Grasse. Those touring will explore Nice and its Matisse museum, housed in a beautiful villa; the small hilltop village of Eze; and the old fortified town of St-Paul-de-Vence and its magnificent Maeght Foundation, a museum with sculptures and paintings by masters of modern art.
Friday, June 19
BONIFACIO, Corsica
Be on deck this morning as Corinthian II navigates the fjord-like waterway that leads to Bonifacio, Corsica’s most picturesque town. Golfers will play the Sperone Golf Club, one of the Mediterranean’s finest courses. Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr., Sperone is located on the breathtaking spot overlooking the sea. Non-golfers will tour Bonifacio, which is built on high limestone cliffs overlooking the strait that separates Corsica from Sardinia. Stroll through the narrow medieval streets and alleyways lined with Gothic architecture.
Saturday, June 20
CAGLIARI, Sardinia, Italy
Sardinia’s capital and the island’s main port and largest city, Cagliari was founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century B.C. Golfers will play the Is Molas Golf Club, which straddles the sea and pine woods in the resort area of Santa Margherita. Non-golfers will tour the ancient Phoenician-Roman site of Nora and enjoy time at leisure to explore Cagliari.
Sunday, June 21
TUNIS, Tunisia
Tunisia is rapidly gaining a reputation as one of the Mediterranean’s best golf destinations. Arrive in Tunis, the country’s cosmopolitan capital. Golfers will play Carthage Golf Course, Tunisia’s oldest course. Located near legendary Carthage, it is set amidst cypress, pine, palm and olive trees. Skill and accuracy are required to achieve par. Those touring will visit Carthage, the Phoenicians’ major settlement in the Western Mediterranean and a power of the ancient world, and the famed Bardo Museum, with its superb collection of mosaics. Also enjoy time at leisure to explore Tunis’s colorful souks.
Monday, June 22
TRAPANI, Sicily, Italy
Arrive in the old port town of Trapani, on Sicily’s west coast, for an excursion to Erice, one of the most delightful medieval towns in all of Italy. Walled Erice is built on top of an isolated hill that commands five views of the sea, the nearby Egadi Islands, and the countryside below. Stone-paved narrow streets are lined with stately 14th-17th century houses, and no less than 60 churches. After exploring Erice, return to the ship and spend the afternoon at sea cruising toward Civitavecchia.
Tuesday, June 23
CIVITAVECCHIA | DISEMBARK | ROME | USA
Disembark in Civitavecchia and transfer to Rome airport for the return flight to the U.S.A.
Program Inclusions:
• 7-night cruise aboard the 57 All-suite Corinthian II
• Welcome and farewell cocktail receptions
• All meals aboard Corinthian, including house wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
• Open bar aboard ship throughout the cruise
• Complete program of tours and excursions as described
• All golf arrangements, including green fees and golf carts
• Accompanying golf host
• Professional tour staff
• Complete pre-departure materials
• Baggage handling and transfers abroad on the designated program departure and arrival dates
• Port and embarkation taxes
• Gratuities to porters, guides and drivers
NOT INCLUDED:
NOT INCLUDED: Airfare; visa and passport fees; luggage, cancellation and accident insurance; meals and beverages other than those specified above; personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, faxes and e-mail service; and gratuities to shipboard personnel.
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