Swan Hellenic and Voyages of Discovery Offer World Politics Theme Cruises.

Following the motion picture launch of “The Iron Lady” – based on the true story of Margaret Thatcher – Swan Hellenic and Voyages of Discovery are providing their passengers with the chance to join a political debate at sea. Both small ship lines, known for their enrichment cruises and signature Guest Speaker series, will showcase experts on board offering real insight into the world of politics.

Sail with Swan Hellenic aboard the 350-guest Minerva on the “Venice and the Adriatic” cruise and gain first-hand perspectives from former Foreign Secretary Rt Hon Lord Douglas Hurd, who served in many different roles within the UK and Northern Island Government. Lord Hurd is most famous for serving both Margaret Thatcher and John Major as Foreign Secretary between 1989-95. The 15-day cruise departs on August 15, 2012 from Valletta (Malta) to Dubrovnik (Croatia), overnight; Korcula (Croatia), overnight; Split (Croatia), Trieste (Italy), Venice (Italy), Pula (Croatia), Kotor (Montenegro); Sarande (Albania), overnight; Itea, Delphi (Greece), a Corinth Canal transit, and Piraeus (Greece), 2 overnights. Fares start from $2,999 per person (cruise only) including shore excursions, gratuities, port taxes, and renowned guest speaker program.

Join Voyages of Discovery aboard the 650-guest Discovery on the “Nordic & White Sea Adventure” cruise to hear Sir Anthony Brenton’s interesting political views. Sir Anthony worked for over 30 years for the British Foreign Office dealing with energy issues and taking charge of preparation for the ‘Earth Summit’ in 1992. This 19-night voyage on July 25, 2012, round-trip from London (Harwich), calls at Bergen and Bødo (Norway); Murmansk, Solovetsky Islands (overnight) and Archangel (Russia); Kirkenes, Hammerfest, Trondheim, Orsta, and Floro (Norway). This unique itinerary, featuring the spectacular and rarely-visited Solovetsky Islands in the White Sea, is selling quickly with remaining availability starting from $4,999 per person (cruise only) in ocean view stateroom accommodations, including distinguished guest lecture program, and all meals and entertainment.

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All Discovery Cruising North America New Booking Donations to March of Dimes

All Discovery Cruising North America, a niche leader in small ship cruising, is partnering with the March of Dimes to support their efforts for stronger, healthier babies.

To show its support of the non-profit’s efforts, All Discovery Cruising will donate $200 to the March of Dimes for each stateroom booked through their North American office on its Voyages of Discovery, Swan Hellenic and Hebridean Island Cruises brands through Dec. 31, 2011 (for new bookings).

Premature birth affects over half a million babies each year – that’s one of every eight babies. The March of Dimes is committed to reducing this toll by funding research to find solutions to problems that continue to threaten the health of babies.

“There is perhaps no cause more worthwhile than trying to save the lives of infants. That is why All Discovery Cruising is proud to partner with the March of Dimes in this extremely important mission,” states Steve Novello, President of All Discovery Cruising, North America.

Guests can show their support of the March of Dimes by mentioning code MOD when booking their All Discovery Cruising experience on any of its cruise brands from North America. In addition, All Discovery Cruising will promote their March of Dimes donation offer at the upcoming Joe Namath March of Dimes Celebrity Golf Classic, which is being held on Sept. 22, 2011 in New York.


“We are very excited to be working this year with All Discovery Cruising for the Joe Namath Celebrity Golf Classic,” said Frank DeMeo, State Director, March of Dimes New York Chapter. “This partnership is a great opportunity to bring added visibility to the mission of the March of Dimes and will help us make a positive impact on the health of moms and babies,” adds DeMeo.

Each brand within All Discovery’s small ship cruising portfolio is unique with its own distinctive characteristics and British country elegance style, from Swan Hellenic’s 350-guest Minerva and Voyage of Discovery’s 550-guest Voyager and 650-guest Discovery to Hebridean Island Cruises’ Five-Star, ultra-luxurious 50-guest Hebridean Princess.

Together they share a combined focus on delivering superior enrichment cruises to the world’s most beautiful destinations, including visits to “hidden gems” often missed by larger ships. Distinguished guest speakers, unparalleled worldwide itineraries, and meticulously planned shore excursion programs are signature elements of every cruise.

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