YEAR 2009

Cosmopolitan Cities, Family Adventures,
Themed Mini Cruises and so much more with a
DFDS Seaways Short Cruise Break

We all love to explore different countries and experience new cultures, and DFDS Seaways' 2009 collection of Short Cruise Breaks features a wide and varied choice of options, with something for everyone.

With lots of inspiring new value for money breaks, DFDS Seaways' Short Cruise Breaks range includes destinations such as Holland, Denmark, Germany and Belgium.

Whether it is a trip away with a loved one, a fun family break or a weekend away with a group of friends, DFDS Seaways offers a great way to travel. With none of the stress of airports, simply sit back and enjoy the onboard experience. You will find shops, a cinema, live entertainment, bars and restaurants, including a la carte dining and the sumptuous all you can eat Scandinavian buffet. There is plenty to keep you entertained while you sail to your chosen destination.

For those who are travelling with families, you can keep your little pirates entertained in the play area, where they can have fun in the ball pool and watch videos, and in the school holidays, there is even a Pirates Club that means you can have time to relax while your children play.

Here are some of the fantastic new offerings from DFDS Seaways

Mini Cruise Breaks

Mini cruises make for a perfect getaway with your loved one. Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and step onboard for a relaxing two-night mini cruise to Amsterdam in Holland or Esbjerg in Denmark.
Visit vibrant Amsterdam for an unforgettable cultural experience. With sailings every day from Newcastle, choose a departure date that suits you. When you arrive, take a stroll down the romantic canals, visit the art galleries, hit the shops or take in all of the bars and restaurants that the eclectic city has to offer. Included in the mini cruise package is two nights onboard the cruise ferry in an en suite cabin, a sightseeing tour and coach transfers from the port to the city, from £69pp.
DFDS Seaways is also making it even easier for Scottish travellers to take advantage of its Newcastle to Amsterdam mini cruise breaks by organising coach pick ups from various locations in Scotland. Operated by Caledonian Travel, Scottish customers can enjoy seamless short break weekends from Scotland to Amsterdam. Departures are on selected dates throughout the year and are priced from £79pp.
Renowned for its maritime history, Esbjerg in Denmark is an attractive city offering a wonderful relaxing break away from home. Visit the Music House and Art Museum, try out the seal safari or explore the fisheries and Maritime Museum where you can watch seals being fed. Prices are from £75pp and include two nights onboard the cruise ferry sailing from Harwich.
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Themed Mini Breaks

A new collection of themed mini cruises from Newcastle to Amsterdam has something to suit all. New for 2009, these special two-night themed mini breaks are available throughout the year and offer an unforgettable onboard experience and special entertainment.
Fully themed throughout, the mini breaks include St Patrick's Day celebrations, comedy cruises, celebration of the Dutch national holiday - Queen's Day - 70s mini cruise and Halloween fun. Priced from only £40pp, all offer return coach transfers to the city of Amsterdam and two nights onboard.
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Cruise and Hotel Breaks

Whether you are looking for a weekend or short break with your partner, DFDS Seaways' range of hotel breaks will help you plan the perfect city break away.
With a number of centrally located hotels to choose from, whether you want 5* luxury or a city break on a budget, there is the perfect hotel break waiting for you and your partner.
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Special Cruise Breaks

This range of special interest breaks has been specially designed to offer a variety of trips focusing on history, traditions and cultures, gardens and family fun.
Choose from a selection of fantastic breaks including a trip to quaint Dutch town Alkmaar and visit one of only four traditional Dutch cheese factories still in existence. Embark on a journey to Haarlem, the city of flowers and a pocket-sized, relaxed, version of Amsterdam. Alternatively, enjoy Holland in bloom and book a mini cruise to Keukenhof Gardens or the Spring Flower Festival in Holland.
For a break away with friends, why not opt for the Brussels Beer Festival mini cruise or a historical break away with an introduction to the Dutch battlefields of the Second World War. And for families, escape the rat race and treat the kids to an exciting adventure to Legoland or an ORCA wildlife mini cruise.
Prices are from £36pp and range from two-night mini cruises to four night city cruise breaks. With so much choice, there is something to suit all.
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