Cruise Direct From Ireland 2015

Welcome to the Cruisecapes’ no-fly cruise holidays from Ireland brochure. We hope you enjoy the itineraries we have chosen for you with our partner Fred. Olsen Cruise on board the 4 star Black Watch. Following the enormous success of our no-fly cruises in 2014 we expect these exciting new routes to be even more popular. We offer you must-see destinations, excellent value and top notch service. In this brochure you will find the first ever cruise to the Caribbean direct from Dublin as well as exciting cruises to the Baltics, Morocco, the Canaries, Spain and France all departing from Ireland. Whether you have cruised before or are taking your first cruise, I am confident we have an adventure just right for you. We look forward to welcoming you on board. Alan Lynch Managing Director

Special Early Booking Offer! The drinks are on us when you book by 31st October 2014

Free All Inclusive drinks package worth up to €816 per couple. Your all inclusive package includes all of your soft drinks, wine, beer, and spirits all day and evening. You’ll have complete peace of mind knowing that almost everything is covered - that refreshing juice by the pool, a pre-dinner G&T, brandy after the show, it’s all included. What’s more, many premium drinks and cocktails are available at half price too. * Free Drinks subject to terms of Fred. Olsen Drinks Package

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or drop into your local Travel Agent

Baltic Capitals Cruise from Belfast

30th September 2015 16 Nights from €1,989pp

Immerse yourself in one of the world’s most dynamic regions with culture-rich cities, awe-inspiring architecture and fascinating history. Discover Estonia’s medieval capital, Tallinn; the Art Nouveau buildings, cafés of welcoming Helsinki; St Petersburg’s baroque palaces and its spectacular Hermitage art collection. Sail into the islands of Stockholm; see the Little Mermaid statue in delightful Copenhagen and experience the blend of medieval and modern in Oslo home to Edvard Munch’s, The Scream. Cruise Highlights

Date Arrive

Depart Destination

30/09

PM

01/10

At Sea

02/10

At Sea

03/10

Copenhagen

St. Petersburg

Stockholm

Belfast

early am

late pm

Amsterdam, Netherlands

04/10

Kiel Canal

05/10

At Sea

06/10

early pm

07/10

Stockholm, Sweden late pm

Stockholm Sweden

Cabin type

Prices from

08/10

early am

late pm

Tallinn, Estonia

Inside Oceanview Superior Oceanview Balcony Junior Suite Single Inside Single Oceanview

€1,989 €2,199 €2,559 €3,089 €3,089 €2,879 €3,559

09/10

early am

late pm

St. Petersburg, Russia

10/10

early am

late pm

Helsinki, Finland

11/10

At Sea

12/10

early am

late pm

Copenhagen, Denmark

13/10

early am

late pm

Oslo, Norway

14/10

At Sea

15/10 16/10

At Sea AM

Contact your local travel agent

Belfast

Caribbean Cruise Direct from Dublin 9th November 2015 34 Nights from €4,599pp

Set your compass for the Caribbean and begin your island hopping adventure, calling at Barbados, the West Indies, St. Maarten and Antigua to name a few. Feel the cool, salty breeze in Bridgetown, Barbados and pick up a pineapple at the market. Watch the world go by in St Georges’ Grenada. Chill out on the idyllic Caribbean island of St Lucia, bobbing to the rhythm of the steel drums on its sun kissed shores or take an aerial tram through the rainforest treetops. Sail on to St. Kitts, dropping anchor at Basseterre with its gorgeous Georgian architecture set among banana plantations. Browse the boutiques on chic and stylish Gustavia Guadeloupe island or soak up a few rays as you lay on the finest white sand while sipping cocktails from an open coconut.

Cruise Highlights

Philipsburg

Antigua

Ponta Delgada

Cabin type

Prices from

Inside Oceanview Superior Oceanview Junior Suite Balcony Superior Suite Single Inside Single Oceanview

€4,599 €4,959 €5,159 €6,239 €6,399 €8,459 €5,719 €7,349

Ahead of you is St Maarten: never before have you seen an ocean so blue as it laps at the shores in waves of tranquil cyan and green. At night, the island comes alive, its restaurants tempting you with everything from traditional Caribbean cuisine to French fusion. Caribbean history is all around you. At Road Town in Tortola, capital of the British Virgin Islands the first proclamation was read in 1834 which gave slaves their freedom. Wander down

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to the waterfront shop under brightly coloured tents for batik textiles, paintings, rugs and ornaments.

Date Arrive

Depart Destination

09/11

late PM

Dublin

late pm

Glasgow (Greenock), Scotland

Still to come are the beaches of Antigua. Spend a relaxing time on St. Johns beach or try out its famous watersports. Then relax on board and enjoy the splendid service as you cruise towards São Miguel in the eastern islands of the Azores.

11/11 - 12/11

At Sea

13/11

Porto (Leixoes), Portugal

14/11 - 15/11

At Sea

23/11

early am

night

Bridgetown, Barbados

Discover Ponta Delgada, the cosmopolitan main town with its cobbled streets and waterside cafes. Once an important staging post between Europe and the Americas, the island is full of lush valleys, lakes and fine sandy beaches.

24/11

early am

night

St George’s, Greneda

25/11

early am

late pm

Bequia, The Grenadines

26/11

early am

late pm

Castries, St. Lucia

27/11

early am

night

Basseterre, St Kitts

28/11

early am

late pm

Gustavia, St Barthelemy

28/11

night

This truly is a trip of a lifetime.

10/11

16/11

early am

early am

late pm

17/11 - 22/11

29/11

At Sea

Philipsburg, St. Maarten night

Philipsburg, St. Maarten Road Town, Tortola

30/11

early am

late pm

01/12

early am

early pm St John’s, Antigua

02/12- 06/12

At Sea

07/12

Ponta Delgada, Azores

early pm

08/12

early pm Ponta Delgada, Azores

09/12- 11/12

Bridgetown

St John’s

St Lucia

Santa Cruz, Tenerife

12/12

early am

13/12

early am

Contact your local travel agent

At Sea late pm

Glasgow (Greenock), Scotland Dublin

Belfast to Morocco, Canaries & Portugal

24th October 2015 14 Nights from €1,599pp

Sail into enigmatic Casablanca crammed with mosques and Moroccan markets. Immerse yourself in the period architecture of Las Palmas, Gran Canaria. Dine by candlelight off the coast of San Sebastian. Check out the pyramids of Guimar near Santa Cruz, Tenerife. Bathe in the warm autumn sun as you explore the botanical gardens of Funchal, Portugal. Discover Oporto’s terracotta roofs and whitewashed buildings and the awe-inspiring ornate San Francisco Church. Date Arrive

Depart Destination

24/10

late PM

Belfast

25/10

At Sea

26/10

At Sea

27/10 28/10

At Sea early am

late night

29/10

Casablanca, Morocco At Sea

Casablanca

30/10

early am

late night

Las Palmas, Gran Canaria

31/10

early am

late night

San Sebastian, La Gomera

01/11

early am

late pm

Santa Cruz, Tenerife

02/11

early am

late pm

Funchal, Madeira

03/11 04/11

At Sea early am

late pm

Porto (Leixoes), Portugal

05/11

At Sea

06/11

At Sea

07/11

Cruise Highlights

early AM

Belfast

Las Palmas

Madeira

Cabin type

Prices from

Inside Oceanview Superior Oceanview Junior Suite Balcony Single Inside Single Oceanview

€1,599 €1,779 €2,049 €2,469 €2,539 €2,299 €2,889

Contact your local travel agent

Belfast to Spain & France 16th October 2015 8 Nights from €929pp

Three beautiful cities await you. Stroll La Coruna’s medieval old town with its food markets, cafes and craft shops. Explore Bilbao old town and sample traditional Pintxo snacks. Don’t miss the Guggenheim Museum with its curvaceous metal-clad exterior. Explore the arcaded streets of La Rochelle. Taste its world famous Cognac. Wander the cobbled streets of Lorient following the gentle ruminating scents of crepes and pastries. Cruise Highlights

Bilbao

L’Orient

La Coruña

Cabin type

Prices from

Inside Oceanview Superior Oceanview Balcony Junior Suite Single Inside Single Oceanview

€929 €1,039 €1,199 €1,449 €1,449 €1,339 €1,669

Date Arrive

Depart Destination

16/10

PM

Belfast

17/10

At Sea

18/10

At Sea

19/10

early am

early pm La Coruña, Spain

20/10

early am

late pm

Bilbao (Getxo), Spain

21/10

early am

late pm

La Rochelle (La Pallice), France

22/10

early pm

late pm

L’Orient, France

23/10 24/10

At Sea AM

La Rochelle

Contact your local travel agent

Belfast

Bilbao

La Coruña

Your Fantastic 4 Star Ship: The Fred. Olsen Black Watch

Ship Facilities Include:

• • • • • • • •

Fantastic Restaurants, cafes, lounges and bars Theatre, gaming tables, card room Sun Deck, Golfing & Tennis Nets Swimming pools & Jacuzzis Spa and Sauna Fitness Centre Library Boutique, Internet Centre, Medical Centre

Pool

Jacuzzi

Golf

Cabins

Cruise ships were once famous for their style and charm. And our Black Watch cruise ship is a hark back to those days, when quality and service were taken for granted. Sleek and intimate, with cabins and suites for 804 people, Black Watch has a warm welcome waiting for you. Black Watch was voted ‘Best for Entertainment’ in the 2012 Cruise Critic ‘Cruisers’ Choice UK Awards’. So, be captivated by the entertaining cabaret at the Neptune Lounge,and fire-up your taste buds for a treat at the Glentanar Restaurant. Or, share a relaxing drink over panoramic views across the ocean in our Observatory Lounge. Join us on board Black Watch for a relaxing cruise holiday departing from Belfast or Dublin.

Inside Oceanview Superior Oceanview Balcony Junior Suite

Ensuite, TV Window (porthole), Ensuite, TV Larger room, Window, Ensuite, TV Balcony, Ensuite, TV, Hairdryer Sitting area, Fridge, Ensuite, TV

Inside

Ship Information

Cabins Passengers Crew Refitted Fully Stabilised Tonnage Length Beam (Width) Speed

423 804 standard occupancy 330 2009 Yes 28,613 grt 205.47 25.20 18.5 knots Contact your local travel agent

Oceanview

Suite

bLaCK WaTCH DECK PLaNS key to symbols 4 berth cabin 3 berth cabin cabin with bathtub

7004 7002

cabin with restricted view

7006

9901

9904

9903

9906

9905

9908

9907

9910

9909

8801

8802 8804

8805

8806

8807

8808

9911

9912

*

TO GOLF NETS & TENNIS COURT

8800

*

FITNESS CENTRE SAUNAS & GYMNASIUM

9902

9914

9915

8803

8809

9005

8008

8010

9009

8007 8009 8011

8015

8012

8017

8014

LIFT

8019

8016

7023

7024

7025

7026

7031

7028

7033 7035 7037

7039

7041 7043

INTERNET CENTRE

* * *

* * * *

8006

9007

9008

7021

7022

7036

8005

8004

*

9006

7017 7019

7034

*

8002

7018

7020

7032

8003

*

9004

7015

7030

8001

9003

7014 7016

7029

OPEN PROMENADE

9002

LIFT

7027

*

9001

LIFT

LIFT

*

WC

LIFT

*

WC

WC

*

WC

7011

7012

8101

THE OBSERVATORY

LIFT

7009

7010

adapted for wheelchair users

LIFT

7007

7008

BRIDGE

LIFT

LIFT

WC

OPEN PROMENADE

cabin with fully restricted view

DALREOCH CARD ROOM

WC CAFÉ VENUS

* *

GAMING TABLES

8021

SUN DECKS

8018 WC

8020

8027

*

8022

*

8024

8026

8029

LIDO LOUNGE

8031

8033

8028

MARQUEE POOL & JACUZZIS

EXPLORERS’ LIBRARY

8023

8025

*

WC

* *

MARQUEE POOL BAR

8035 8037

8039

suN DeCk 10

marquee DeCk 9

BriDGe DeCk 8

LiDO DeCk 7

CabIN DETaILS PS Premier Suite marquee DeCk Approx 550 sq ft bedroom and sitting room, floor to ceiling windows, bathroom with bathtub and shower, hairdryer, mini-bar, television, refrigerator, balcony.

mS marquee Suite marquee DeCk Approx 440 sq ft bedroom and sitting room, floor to ceiling windows, bathroom with bathtub and shower, hairdryer, mini-bar, television, refrigerator, balcony.

SS SuPerior Suite marquee & Approx 300 sq ft BriDGe DeCks bedroom with sitting area and balcony, bathroom with bathtub and shower, hairdryer, television, refrigerator.

BS Balcony Suite marquee & Approx 210 sq ft BriDGe DeCks

bedroom and sitting area, picture windows and balcony, bathroom with bathtub and shower (or shower only), hairdryer, television, refrigerator.

dS SuPerior Junior Suite LiDO & Approx 260 sq ft maiN DeCks bedroom and sitting room, picture window, bathroom with bathtub and shower, hairdryer, television, refrigerator.

JS Junior Suite LiDO & Approx 240 sq ft maiN DeCks

Sitting area, picture window, bathroom with bathtub and shower, hairdryer, television, refrigerator.

Bc Balcony caBin BriDGe DeCk Approx 160 sq ft balcony, bathroom with shower, hairdryer, television.

a SuPerior outSide caBin LiDO DeCk Approx 200 sq ft Picture window, bathroom with bathtub and shower, hairdryer, television.

B SuPerior outSide caBin LiDO & Approx 160 sq ft maiN DeCks Picture window, bathroom with bathtub and shower (or shower only), hairdryer, television.

c SuPerior outSide caBin maiN DeCk Approx 160 sq ft Picture window, bathroom with bathtub and shower (or shower only), hairdryer, television.

d outSide caBin atLaNtiC DeCk Approx 160 sq ft

Portholes, bathroom with bathtub and shower (or shower only), hairdryer, television.

e

outSide caBin

atLaNtiC & mariNa DeCks

Approx 160 sq ft

Portholes, bathroom with bathtub and shower (or shower only), hairdryer, television.

F outSide caBin mariNa DeCk Approx 160 sq ft Portholes, bathroom with shower, hairdryer, television.

H

inSide caBin

AtLaNtiC DeCk Approx 140 sq ft bathroom with shower, hairdryer, television.

SmoKinG Policy: Please note that smoking is permitted

on designated outdoor deck areas and on cabin balconies. Smoking is not

permitted anywhere inside our ships. BatHroomS: Cabin bathrooms on Black Watch are equipped with a shower. Where a

bathtub is also specified the shower 4006

5002

5006

LIFT

LIFT

CRUISE SALES OFFICE

GLENTANAR RESTAURANT

PORT SHOP

RECEPTION DESK BAR

THE ORCHID ROOM

THE COURTYARD

BRAEMAR GARDEN CAFÉ

BRAEMAR LOUNGE

SHOP

LIFTS WC

5007

5010

5009

5012 5014 5016 5018 5020 5022 5024 5026 5028 5030 5032 5034 5036 5038 5040 5042 5044 5046 5048 5050 5052 5054 5056

5011 5015 LIFT

LIFT

5021 5023 5025 5027 5029 5031 5033 5035 5037 5039 5041 5043 5045 5047 5049 5051 5053 5055

5058 5060

WC

5062 MORNING LIGHT PUB

NEPTUNE LOUNGE

GAMES ROOM

LIFT WC

THE GRILL

SWIMMING POOL AREA

EXERCISE POOLS

5064 5066 5068 5070 5072 5074 5076 5080 5084 5088 5092 5096 5098 5102 5104 5106 5108 5110 5112 5114 5116

5017 5019

5057 5059 5061

LIFT

5078 5082 5086 5090 5094

5077 5081 5085 5089 5093

5100 5099 LIFT

5063 5065 5067 5069 5071 5073 5075 5079 5083 5087 5091 5095 5097 5101 5103 5105 5107 5109 5111 5115 5117

4011

4008 4010 4012 4014 4016 4018

5004

5008

4007

SHORE TOURS OFFICE

PHOTO GALLERY

4020 4022 4024 4026 4028 4030 4032 4034 4036 4038 4040 4042 4044 4046 4048 4050 4054 4056 4062 4064 4068 4070 4074 4076 4078 4080

4082 4084 4086 4088 4090 4092 4094 4096 4098 4100 4104 4108 4112 4116 4118 4122 4124 4126 4128 4130 4134 4136 4138 4140

LIFT

LIFT

4052 4057 4058 4063 4060 4065 4066 4071 4072 4077 BEAUTY SALON

WHeelcHair acceSSiBle caBinS: MEDICAL CENTRE

LIFT

4107 4111 4117 4121

4120 4127

LIFT

4132

been equipped for use by disabled

3022 3024 3026 3028 3030 3032 3034 3036 3038 3040 3042 3044 3046 3048 3054 3056 3060 3062 3068 3070 3072 3074

LAUNDERETTE

on request.

LIFT

3020

4031 4033 4035 4037 4039 4041 4043 4045 4047 4049 4051 4053 4055 4059 4061 4067 4069 4073 4075 4079 4081 4083 4087 4089 4091 4093 4095 4097 4099 4101 4103 4105 4109 4115 4119 4123 4125 4129 4131 4133 4135 4137 4139 4141 4143

Cabins 7029, 7031, 7033 and 7035 have passengers. Full details are available

4085

LIFT

4102 4106 4110 4114

will usually be over the bath.

4005 4009 4015 4017 4019 4021 4023 4025 4027 4029

3019

MARINA THEATRE

3050 3049 3052 3051 3058 3057 3064 3063 3066 3065 3071 LIFT

3021 3023 3025 3027 3029 3031 3033 3035 3037 3039 3041 3043 3045 3047 3053 3055 3059 3061 3067 3069 3073

3075

3076 3078

3077 3079

3080

3081 3083 3085 3087 3089 3091 3093 3095 3097 3099 3105 3107 3109 3111 3115

3082 3084 3086 3088 3090 3092 3094 3096 3098 3100 3102 3104 3106 3108

3101 3103

LIFT

caBinS Sold For Sole occuPancy: Sole occupancy of a cabin with two or more beds/berths is subject to

availability at time of booking (prices on request). noteS: all cabin grades are subject to availability. Cabin layouts and colour schemes may vary across the ship. balcony sizes vary and many are under cover (shaded).

all cabins between grades a-I allow for accommodation in pullman/fixed or

sofa beds (excluding 3rd or 4th share). all a – I grade cabins with 3rd/4th beds: the 3rd/4th beds will be in bunk-bed style (folded away when not in use).

Suite accommodation may offer twin

or double beds. Please, ask for specific

details when making your reservation. This information is correct and up-todate at the time of going to print, but

may be subject to change without prior notice. E&OE

LAUNDERETTE

LOuNGe DeCk 6

i inSide caBin mariNa DeCk Approx 140 sq ft bathroom with shower, hairdryer, television.

JB SinGle Balcony Suite marquee & BriDGe DeCks Slightly larger than J & K grade cabins balcony, bathroom with bathtub and/or shower, fridge, mini bar.

J SuPerior outSide SinGle BriDGe DeCk Approx 150 sq ft balcony, bathroom with shower, hairdryer, television.

maiN DeCk 5

atLaNtiC DeCk 4

K SinGle outSide caBin LiDO, maiN & Approx 150 sq ft atLaNtiC DeCks Portholes, bathroom with bathtub and/ or shower, hairdryer, television.

l SinGle outSide caBin atLaNtiC & Approx 150 sq ft mariNa DeCks Portholes, bathroom with shower, hairdryer, television. SUN DECK BRIDGE DECK LO U N G E D E C K ATL A NTI C D E C K

mariNa DeCk 3

m SinGle inSide caBin maiN DeCk Approx 140 sq ft bathroom with shower, hairdryer, television.

n SinGle inSide caBin atLaNtiC DeCk Approx 140 sq ft bathroom with shower, hairdryer, television.

SHiP inFormation cabins:

423

Passengers:

804 standard occupancy

crew:

330

Fully Stabilised:

yes

tonnage:

28,613 grt

length:

205.47 m

MAIN DECK

Beam (width):

25.2 m

MARINA DECK

Speed:

18.5 Knots

M A RQ U E E D E C K LIDO DECK