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South Pacific Cruise to Totality

December 5 - 19, 2020

Eclipse Cruise Destination: South Pacific

 eclipse cruiseIn our never-ending search for the best total solar eclipse experiences, TravelQuest journeys to the ends of the Earth. And if the eclipse track crosses over the 70 percent of our planet that’s covered in water, we’ll even charter a small, nimble ship that can get us exactly where we need to be: not that there’s ever just one viewing spot along the path of the Moon’s shadow. There will always be other places to observe the classic features of tot ...Show more

Highlights

  • A truly unique and exclusive total solar eclipse cruise experience
  • Enjoy 15 days of five-star luxury aboard the privately chartered, 332-passenger M/S Paul Gauguin – sailing December 5-19, 2020
  • Stand in the Moon’s shadow for 38 seconds during the December 14 sunrise total eclipse of the Sun
  • Discover South Pacific gems including Fakarava, Bora Bora and Moorea, plus the special opportunity to experience the untamed beauty of the Marquesas Islands on the islands of Nuka Hiva and Hiva Oa
  • Gain new insights into astronomy and Polynesian culture through a rich program of shipboard lectures presented each day at sea

Among the stunning islands of French Polynesia, a collection of more than 1,800 volcanic atolls strewn across the South Pacific, the largest and most renowned is Tahiti, “Queen of the Pacific” – and you’ll soon see why that royal title is so well deserved. Blending spectacular natural beauty with a fascinating history, it’s the kind of exotic locale that immediately comes to mind when you hear “island paradise.” Landing at Tahiti’s Faa’a International Airport (code: PPT), you can take a taxi directly to the cruise terminal pier and our waiting ship, the M/S Paul Gauguin. Embarkation is scheduled from 15:00 (3:00 pm), and we sail at 23:00 (11:00 pm).

DATE(S): Saturday, December 5, 2020

MEALS: Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: M/S Paul Gauguin

 

Choose among three fascinating shore excursions today – or simply relax on our own private islet, Motu Mahana, where you can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and unwinding on the beach with a drink from the floating bar. Add in a delicious seaside barbecue of local specialties, plus traditional Polynesian music and crafts presented by Les Gauguines, and you have the perfect first day of South Pacific cruising. We arrive in Bora Bora late in the evening.

DATE(S): Sunday, December 6, 2020

MEALS: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: M/S Paul Gauguin

A longstanding dream destination among seasoned adventurers, Bora Bora, with its jungle-clad peaks, hidden lagoons and white sand beaches, seems to have been created for photography. Among the iconic natural features you’ll want to capture is Mount Otemanu, whose forested slopes rise steeply from the shore. As for the island’s roughly 4,000 inhabitants, they have a gracious, laid-back spirit that will inspire you to relax and take in all of that unsurpassed beauty.

DATE(S): Monday, December 7, 2020

MEALS: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: M/S Paul Gauguin

As we sail the South Pacific, the breathtaking vistas are matched only by the sense of peace that comes in realizing how far you are from the usual pressures and cares. When not just relaxing, taking in the ocean views and enjoying our ship’s many amenities, you can gain new insights into astronomy and Polynesian culture through our experts’ daily presentations.

 

 

DATE(S): Tuesday & Wednesday, December 8-9, 2020

MEALS: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: M/S Paul Gauguin

High above the roar of the Pacific surf, the mountains of Hiva Oa are almost perpetually shrouded in mist. This is the largest and most fertile island in the southern Marquesas – a place of deep valleys, thick rainforest and plateaus covered in exotic flora and lush vegetation. The main town, Atuona, is a favorite port of call for yachters dropping anchor in Traitors Bay. Paul Gauguin, who captured many scenes of village life in his paintings, lived here in his final years and is buried nearby.

DATE(S): Thursday, December 10, 2020

MEALS: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: M/S Paul Gauguin

A charming seafront village, Taiohae is the administrative and economic center of the Marquesas and your gateway to beautiful Nuku Hiva, “The Mystic Island,” with its lush valleys, cascading waterfalls and ancient ruins above surreal blue bays.

DATE(S): Friday, December 11, 2020

MEALS: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: M/S Paul Gauguin

Look forward to more peaceful sailing across the glittering Pacific, enjoying the Paul Gauguin’s three dining venues, extensive spa facilities and five-star service. Once again, our onboard experts share their knowledge of the region and the astronomical highlights of the vast Southern sky.

DATE(S): Saturday & Sunday, December 12 & 13, 2020

MEALS: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: M/S Paul Gauguin

WHAT TO EXPECT ON ECLIPSE DAY 2020

by Eclipse Meteorologist Jay Anderson

During the sunrise total solar eclipse on December 14, 2020, the Moon’s shadow will mainly pass over the Pacific Ocean – including a point north of the untamed beauty of the Marquesas Islands. The Sun will actually rise with a broad notch missing from its disk, as the partial phasesof the eclipse will have begun 20 minutes before the solar disk crests the horizon. Just over 33 minutes later, the Moon will cover the whole of the solar surface and totality will begin. As darkness descends, Mercury will hang just 3 degrees above the Sun while brilliant Venus shines from a 30 degrees altitude. The eclipse is a short one—about 38 seconds—just enough time to complete photographs and enjoy a view of this spectacle and its planetary attendants.

Short eclipses showcase the Sun’s chromosphere by giving the dark Moon a brilliant red border that stretches most of the way around the lunar limb. The chromosphere is the region where the Sun feeds energy into the corona—a region that is still a bit of a mystery. Longer eclipses show the chromosphere for only a few seconds at the start and end of totality, but for this one, it should be visible for the whole of the 38 seconds.

Low-level eclipses also come with a marvelous shadow stretching from the Sun – an ephemeral connection between the observer and the solar system. Time-lapse video will show the black circle of the eclipsed Sun moving across the width of the shadow during totality, a spectacle that is not seen at eclipses where the Sun is higher in the sky.

One of the big questions about low-altitude eclipses is the effect of clouds along the horizon. The Pacific viewing site for this eclipse has been chosen to take advantage of the low cloudiness associated with the South Pacific anticyclone (high-pressure area) that lingers just north of the shadow track. It’s a good spot: analysis of the past 13 years of satellite data shows that in 8 of them the eclipse would have been visible from the viewing site, and three more would require a movement of 10 miles or thereabouts. Only two of the thirteen had extensive cloudiness that would probably have clouded out the spectacle.

Visualization by NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center Scientific Visualization Studio on September 9, 2015

DATE(S): Monday, December 14, 2020

MEALS: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: M/S Paul Gauguin

There’s more to luxury than being pampered; it’s having the freedom to do whatever you wish – or opt to do nothing at all. For the next two days and nights, you can lounge poolside, relax in the spa, finally dig into that book you’ve been wanting to read, maybe even expand your knowledge in one of our fascinating expert talks, or just watch the seabirds diving and spiraling in our wake. You choose…

DATE(S): Tuesday & Wednesday, December 15-16, 2020

MEALS: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: M/S Paul Gauguin

An unspoiled atoll in the western part of the Tuamotu group, Fakarava has been designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve to protect the many rare species that live there, both above and under the water. During your visit, blend nature hikes with cultural discoveries as you explore charming villages, ancient temples and a historic missionary church constructed entirely from coral.

DATE(S): Thursday, December 17, 2020

MEALS: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: M/S Paul Gauguin

  

Moorea, often compared to James Michener’s mythical Bali Hai, appears on the horizon like a lost island from some classic fantasy novel, its volcanic peaks rising like a line of broken teeth above the palm-lined beaches of Cook’s and Opunohu bays. And beneath the waves, in waters justly celebrated by divers, you’ll encounter an even more magical world of dolphins, tuna, sharks (from a safe distance) and schools of iridescent fish.

DATE(S): Friday, December 18, 2020

MEALS: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: M/S Paul Gauguin

After breakfast, head ashore for travels onward from Tahiti’s Faa’a International Airport.

DATE(S): Saturday, December 19, 2020

MEALS: Breakfast

Trip Level

Easy - Short walks over mostly level terrain, with conditions that will be unchallenging for the average traveler. (Please note that choosing certain optional shore excursions will elevate this trip level.)

At TravelQuest we want to be sure you find the trip that best suits your interests and level of fitness.

Important:

  • TravelQuest, working with our partners, makes every effort to follow the published itinerary. However, please keep in mind that it is subject to change depending on weather and other local conditions.
  • Viewing a solar eclipse is particularly weather-dependent, and as such, we can offer no guarantee that local conditions will cooperate.

M/S Paul Gauguin – Welcome Aboard!

M/S Paul Gauguin was designed specifically to sail the shallow bays of Polynesia, visiting small ports that larger ships can’t reach and blending naturally into the stunning beauty of the islands. Life onboard celebrates the warm, informal spirit of Polynesian culture while delivering five-star service, comfort and luxury. Spacious suites and staterooms, an onboard watersports marina, a choice of three open-seating dining venues and a relaxing spa are among the vessel’s many amenities. And then there are Les Gauguines, a troupe of Tahitians who serve as cruise staff, entertainers and storytellers, adding a unique dimension to every cruise.

  • Paul Gauguin Cruises was voted “#1 Midsize-Ship Ocean Cruise Line” by readers in Travel + Leisure’s 2017 World’s Best Awards.
  • Condé Nast Traveler has recognized Paul Gauguin Cruises on its “Top Small Ships” list for 17 years in a row.
  • The M/S Paul Gauguin has the longest continuous sailing record of any luxury cruise ship in the South Pacific.
Technical Specifications
  • Most luxurious ship sailing out of Tahiti on a year-round basis
  • Only 332 passengers, with a crew-to-guest ratio of 1 to 1.5
  • Overall length: 513 ft (156.5 m)
  • Passenger decks: 7
  • Shipyard: Chantiers de l’Atlantique, Saint Nazaire, France
  • Gross tonnage: 19,200 tons
  • Cruising speed: 18 knots S
  • Ship’s registry: Bahamas
  • Propulsion system: diesel electric
  • Planned dry-dock renovation prior to our cruise: May 2020

All ocean-view staterooms and suites – more than two-thirds with private balconies – feature independent temperature controls, queen-size beds (a small number offer twin beds), bathrooms with full-size tubs and showers, televisions, CD/DVD players, refrigerators stocked with soft drinks, safes to secure valuables – plus hair dryers, robes and more. The ship has one wheelchair-accessible stateroom, and a few staterooms can accommodate up to three guests.

 

 

Cruise Ship StaffSuperior-quality service is a hallmark of the M/S Paul Gauguin, and you see it as soon as you step aboard. With one crewmember for every 1.5 guests, you’re assured the highest level of personal attention. The staff’s dedication to your comfort and well-being is expressed in a hundred thoughtful acts: the maitre d’ who remembers your name and which table you prefer; the stewardess who places a perfectly ripened mango in your fruit basket; and the extra personal attention from the dive master if you participate in the onboard scuba program. And all of this with no expectation of gratuities – they’re included in your cruise fare.

Your Trip Includes:

  • Beverages, including fine wines and premium spirits, soft drinks, bottled water, coffee and tea served throughout the ship.
  • Onboard dive and lecture programs.
  • Two elegant restaurants and one pool-side grill, all with open-seating dining.
  • Vegetarian and wellness-focused meal selections, with special dietary menus upon request.
  • 24-hour room service and in-room dining.
  • Internet Wi-Fi access throughout your entire cruise. In-room movie channels and movies available.
  • All onboard gratuities.

   

24-Hour Room Service

Complimentary 24-hour room service is available. During normal dining hours, you may also order from L’Etoile restaurant and enjoy dinner in your suite.

Butler Service

For guests who appreciate an enhanced level of personalized service – and are traveling in category B accommodations or higher – butler service is a welcome and indispensable perquisite. Our butlers can assist with your arrival onboard by unpacking luggage, arranging for your clothes to be pressed and making reservations at the spa or one of the ship’s restaurants. As for your expeditions ashore, a butler can arrange for a private car or make lunch reservations at the restaurant of your choice. Celebrating a special occasion? Have your butler arrange a private cocktail party. These highly skilled specialists can do it all – quickly, competently and without fuss.

Laundry, Dry Cleaning and Pressing Services

Onboard laundry and valet services, including pressing, are available with charge and can be arranged through your stewardess for same-day service. Guests who take advantage of our butler service receive complimentary pressing of any items to be worn the first evening onboard.

Communications

Complimentary Internet Wi-Fi access is included in the cost of your eclipse cruise aboard the M/S Paul Gauguin. You can also make telephone calls directly from your suite or stateroom. There are nine computers and a printer onboard, and fax messages can be sent and received via the reception desk.

Medical Services

The ship’s Medical Center is designed to provide care for temporary illnesses and accidents. A licensed and registered doctor and nurse are on 24-hour call for professional and emergency services, which are available at customary charges.

Watersports Marina, Snorkeling and Scuba

Watersports are a highlight of the Polynesian experience, and the M/S Paul Gauguin is designed to take full advantage, offering unique access to intriguing ports and unrivaled adventures. The ship’s small footprint means it can navigate lagoons that larger ships would never dare to enter. And the retractable onboard watersports marina brings you down to sea level, where you can hop aboard a windsurfer, launch a kayak, try water-skiing, or take a Zodiac on one of our optional scuba-diving adventures.

Diving into the crystal-clear waters, you’ll come face to face with a colorful parade of marine life, from magnificent parrotfish and clownfish to stately sea turtles. And even if you’ve never tried diving before, you can take advantage of onboard lessons. The M/S Paul Gauguin is the only luxury ship in French Polynesia that offers PADI certification onboard for novice scuba divers. The ship has classes for all levels, from snorkeling to advanced scuba-diving techniques, supervised by a staff of PADI dive masters. For the convenience of guests, all necessary equipment, including an air compressor to refill scuba tanks, is onboard.

M/S Paul Gauguin was designed specifically to sail the shallow bays of Polynesia, visiting small ports that larger ships can’t reach and blending naturally into the stunning beauty of the islands. Life onboard celebrates the warm, informal spirit of Polynesian culture while delivering five-star service, comfort and luxury. Spacious suites and staterooms, an onboard watersports marina, a choice of three open-seating dining venues and a relaxing spa are among the vessel’s many amenities. And then there are Les Gauguines, a troupe of Tahitians who serve as cruise staff, entertainers and storytellers, adding a unique dimension to every cruise.

  • Paul Gauguin Cruises was voted “#1 Midsize-Ship Ocean Cruise Line” by readers in Travel + Leisure’s 2017 World’s Best Awards.
  • Condé Nast Traveler has recognized Paul Gauguin Cruises on its “Top Small Ships” list for 17 years in a row.
  • The M/S Paul Gauguin has the longest continuous sailing record of any luxury cruise ship in the South Pacific.
Technical Specifications
  • Most luxurious ship sailing out of Tahiti on a year-round basis
  • Only 332 passengers, with a crew-to-guest ratio of 1 to 1.5
  • Overall length: 513 ft (156.5 m)
  • Passenger decks: 7
  • Shipyard: Chantiers de l’Atlantique, Saint Nazaire, France
  • Gross tonnage: 19,200 tons
  • Cruising speed: 18 knots S
  • Ship’s registry: Bahamas
  • Propulsion system: diesel electric
  • Planned dry-dock renovation prior to our cruise: May 2020

All ocean-view staterooms and suites – more than two-thirds with private balconies – feature independent temperature controls, queen-size beds (a small number offer twin beds), bathrooms with full-size tubs and showers, televisions, CD/DVD players, refrigerators stocked with soft drinks, safes to secure valuables – plus hair dryers, robes and more. The ship has one wheelchair-accessible stateroom, and a few staterooms can accommodate up to three guests.

 

 

Cruise Ship StaffSuperior-quality service is a hallmark of the M/S Paul Gauguin, and you see it as soon as you step aboard. With one crewmember for every 1.5 guests, you’re assured the highest level of personal attention. The staff’s dedication to your comfort and well-being is expressed in a hundred thoughtful acts: the maitre d’ who remembers your name and which table you prefer; the stewardess who places a perfectly ripened mango in your fruit basket; and the extra personal attention from the dive master if you participate in the onboard scuba program. And all of this with no expectation of gratuities – they’re included in your cruise fare.

Your Trip Includes:

  • Beverages, including fine wines and premium spirits, soft drinks, bottled water, coffee and tea served throughout the ship.
  • Onboard dive and lecture programs.
  • Two elegant restaurants and one pool-side grill, all with open-seating dining.
  • Vegetarian and wellness-focused meal selections, with special dietary menus upon request.
  • 24-hour room service and in-room dining.
  • Internet Wi-Fi access throughout your entire cruise. In-room movie channels and movies available.
  • All onboard gratuities.

   

24-Hour Room Service

Complimentary 24-hour room service is available. During normal dining hours, you may also order from L’Etoile restaurant and enjoy dinner in your suite.

Butler Service

For guests who appreciate an enhanced level of personalized service – and are traveling in category B accommodations or higher – butler service is a welcome and indispensable perquisite. Our butlers can assist with your arrival onboard by unpacking luggage, arranging for your clothes to be pressed and making reservations at the spa or one of the ship’s restaurants. As for your expeditions ashore, a butler can arrange for a private car or make lunch reservations at the restaurant of your choice. Celebrating a special occasion? Have your butler arrange a private cocktail party. These highly skilled specialists can do it all – quickly, competently and without fuss.

Laundry, Dry Cleaning and Pressing Services

Onboard laundry and valet services, including pressing, are available with charge and can be arranged through your stewardess for same-day service. Guests who take advantage of our butler service receive complimentary pressing of any items to be worn the first evening onboard.

Communications

Complimentary Internet Wi-Fi access is included in the cost of your eclipse cruise aboard the M/S Paul Gauguin. You can also make telephone calls directly from your suite or stateroom. There are nine computers and a printer onboard, and fax messages can be sent and received via the reception desk.

Medical Services

The ship’s Medical Center is designed to provide care for temporary illnesses and accidents. A licensed and registered doctor and nurse are on 24-hour call for professional and emergency services, which are available at customary charges.

Watersports Marina, Snorkeling and Scuba

Watersports are a highlight of the Polynesian experience, and the M/S Paul Gauguin is designed to take full advantage, offering unique access to intriguing ports and unrivaled adventures. The ship’s small footprint means it can navigate lagoons that larger ships would never dare to enter. And the retractable onboard watersports marina brings you down to sea level, where you can hop aboard a windsurfer, launch a kayak, try water-skiing, or take a Zodiac on one of our optional scuba-diving adventures.

Diving into the crystal-clear waters, you’ll come face to face with a colorful parade of marine life, from magnificent parrotfish and clownfish to stately sea turtles. And even if you’ve never tried diving before, you can take advantage of onboard lessons. The M/S Paul Gauguin is the only luxury ship in French Polynesia that offers PADI certification onboard for novice scuba divers. The ship has classes for all levels, from snorkeling to advanced scuba-diving techniques, supervised by a staff of PADI dive masters. For the convenience of guests, all necessary equipment, including an air compressor to refill scuba tanks, is onboard.

Prices are per person based on the double occupancy, in US Dollars. 

F
Porthole Stateroom

Brochure price

$9,495

EARLY BOOKING

$8,071
E
Window Stateroom

Brochure price

$9,995

EARLY BOOKING

$8,496
D
Balcony Stateroom

Brochure price

$12,695

EARLY BOOKING

$10,791
C
Balcony Stateroom

Brochure price

$13,095

EARLY BOOKING

$11,131
B
Veranda Stateroom

Brochure price

$15,795

EARLY BOOKING

$13,426
A
Veranda Suite

Brochure price

$18,895

EARLY BOOKING

$16,061
GS
Grand Suite

Brochure price

$23,795

EARLY BOOKING

$20,226
OS
Owner's Suite

Brochure price

$24,795

EARLY BOOKING

$21,076

Additional Fees (subject to change): $295 per person Port, Handling and Security Fees  

IMPORTANT: All tour prices, taxes and airfares quoted in this brochure are based on tariffs and costs that were in effect at the time of publication. Consequently, prices herein are subject to change. Due to fluctuations in global oil prices, a fuel surcharge may be added to your tour fee. You will be advised of details and costs prior to departure.

Single and Triple Occupancy

A very limited number of guaranteed single accommodations are available in Category E and F at 150% of the double occupancy rate. Single occupancy in all other categories are 200% of the double occupancy rate. A third person may be added to a double occupancy cabin in most categories, with the third person paying 50% of the double occupancy cruise fare.

Room Sharing Program

If you are traveling solo, you can realize significant savings by taking advantage of TravelQuest’s Room Sharing Program, which matches travelers of the same gender so they can share twin-bedded accommodations. Although we will do our best to fulfill your request, if we cannot find a match, you will have to pay 200% of the double occupancy price.


Includes

  • Accommodations in all-oceanview staterooms and suites for 15 days aboard the M/S Paul Gauguin.
  • All meals aboard ship with choice of two elegant restaurants and one pool-side grill, all with open-seating dining. Vegetarian and wellness-focused meal selections, with special dietary menus upon request.
  • All shipboard entertainment including new insights into astronomy and Polynesian culture through our onboard enrichment lecture series.
  • A state-of-the-art, retractable watersports platform featuring complimentary waterskiing, windsurfing and kayaking, or take a Zodiac on one of our optional scuba-diving adventures.
  • Complimentary beverages, including fine wines and premium spirits, soft drinks, bottled water, coffee and tea served throughout the ship.
  • 24-hour room service and in-room dining.
  • Internet Wi-Fi access throughout your entire cruise.
  • Refrigerator replenished daily with soft drinks, beer and bottled water.
  • Bar setup and butler service in Categories B and above.
  • In-room movie channels and movies available.
  • All onboard gratuities.

Not Included

Air travel to and from Tahiti (Airport code: PPT) (see below); passports & visas; luggage handling to and from the ship; possible air and cruise fuel surcharges; shipboard Connoisseur Bar List beverages; shore excursions; and items of a personal nature including spa, boutique and laundry services, etc.; and recommended trip cancellation/medical insurance.  

Air Travel to Tahiti
Using Paul Gauguin Cruises’ special air program, (schedules and fares will be provided in early 2020) will assure you’ll not miss the boat! Where available, this program offers guests the opportunity to upgrade to First or Business class. Carriers and routing are at the discretion of Paul Gauguin Cruises. Requests for specific routing and/or carrier may result in an additional charge. Air rates are subject to change until ticketed.

Payments & Terms

  • An advance payment of $2000 USD per person and a completed Reservation Form are required to secure your reservation.
  • A second advance payment, equal to 40% of your invoice total is due February 5, 2020.
  • Your balance payment in full is due August 10, 2020. TravelQuest reserves the right to treat a reservation as cancelled if payments are not received when due.

Cancellation Terms

TravelQuest reserves the right to treat a reservation as cancelled if payments are not received when due.

Cancellations must be in writing, by email, fax or letter to TravelQuest to receive a refund of cruise charges according to this schedule:

  • Cancellations made from the time of booking through September 4, 2019, will incur a $1000 USD per person cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made between September 5, 2019 – February 4, 2020, will incur a $2000 USD per person cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made between February 5-August 4, 2020, first and second advance payments are non-refundable.
  • Cancellations made after August 4, 2020, full cruise cost is non-refundable.
  • If TravelQuest is able to fill your cancelled cabin prior to August 5, 2020 you will be refunded your payments to date, less $1000 per person.

Traveler Health

We at TQ want to be sure you find the trip that best suits your interests and level of fitness. Prior to submitting their booking, it is the responsibility of each traveler on the booking to thoroughly read the itinerary, acquire and understand all pertinent medical advice to determine whether or not they are of an appropriate physical and healthy state to undertake the trip. At minimum, participants must be able to climb into and out of buses, vans and trains without assistance, keep up with the pace of the trip, and carry their own luggage. If you have any questions about your trip’s itinerary or its level of difficulty, please contact us prior to booking.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance protects you from the unexpected “what-ifs” on your travels. What if your bags go missing, what if you have to cancel, what if you need medical assistance? We at TravelQuest International recommend that you purchase a travel protection plan to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. You may purchase this insurance on your own or you may contact our friends at Travelex who are familiar with our trips and offer a selection of coverages to suit your needs. To be eligible for the waiver of pre-existing medical condition exclusion, their plans must be purchased within 21 days from the time you make your initial deposit to TravelQuest. Otherwise, the plan may be purchased any time prior to departure.

For more information on these plans or to enroll, click on the link below or contact Travelex Insurance Services direct at 1-800-228-9792, and reference location number 03-6043.

TravelEx Insurance

A Note About Fuel

In the uncertain, often volatile oil market, it is difficult to predict long-term fuel costs, and more specifically, costs at the time of the voyage. Our prices are based on the prevailing fuel rates at the time of the brochure publication, which is well in advance of departure. While we will do everything possible to maintain our prices, if fuel prices increase significantly at or before the time of the voyage, it may be necessary to institute a fuel surcharge.

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