Spanish Sojourn: Barcelona and Beyond - 2024

Your 15-night journey includes: 10-night small ship cruise with Port-Vendres, Tarragona, Valencia, Cartagena, Motril, Almeria, Alicante, Ibiza, Palma de Mallorca; 4 nights at a Deluxe hotel in Barcelona (2 pre- and 2 post-cruise)

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Ocean Odyssey

The intimate Ocean Explorer and Ocean Odyssey are the cruise industry’s newest and most premier small ships built for global expedition travel, and ready to go to some of the world’s most far-reaching destinations. Accommodating just 134 guests, the ship is outfitted with the latest satellite, sustainability, and navigation capabilities, including SOLAS “Safe Return to Port” requirements and ULSTEIN X-BOW® technology, a significant enhancement for smooth sailing in polar seas

On all Vantage expedition cruises, education is an essential component of the journey. Enjoy talks from notable scholars, onboard historians who travel alongside you, and handpicked regional experts. On polar expeditions with Vantage, you’ll attend lectures, lessons, and activities offered by a 17-member Expedition Team of experts in fields ranging from biology to oceanography.

In your downtime, you’ll find relaxation and luxury aboard the Ocean Explorer and Ocean Odyssey. Visit the gym or onboard spa for a facial, massage, even a haircut. Soak in the hot tub after a rewarding day of sightseeing. Enjoy gourmet fare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus outstanding culinary experiences built into your journey. And because there’s no more than 134 fellow travelers on expedition cruises, you’ll enjoy small group outings by day and share meals, stories, and fun with new friends by night. These fabulous expedition vessels offer:

77 cabins, including a landmark 15 solo cabins
30 triple-ready cabins available
Vantage offers FREE roommate-matching services if you'd like to be paired while you travel
Spacious, all outside-facing cabins
134-guest capacity
Zodiac trips to get as close as possible to nature
The latest satellite and navigation capabilities, including ULSTEIN X-BOW® technology
Intimate crew-to-passenger ration, plus onboard Destination Manager
Environmentally friendly standards with reduced emissions into air and sea and lower energy consumption

Amenities:

A culinary program offering gourmet dining and regional fare, with wine and beer included at dinner
Hot-rock cooking restaurant
Multistory lounge and lobby
Three bars and various lounges
Top deck observation deck for gatherings, lecturers, performances, and more
Spa, massage, and hair services available at the onboard spa
Sauna
Two hot tubs
Fitness center
Curated lectures, programs, musical performances, and cultural events
Low passenger-to-crew ratio, plus onboard Destination Manager (not available on expeditions)
Onboard medical doctor (travelers are responsible for medical fees associated with doctor visit and medications)
Gift Shop
Library with over 200 titles
Separate, intimate dining space for groups or special events (available upon request)
Complimentary unlimited WiFi (WiFi on certain segments of trips may not be available)
20+ live TV channels featuring popular U.S. news channels, the Food Network, the Travel Channel, and National Geographic
Entertainment and video on demand for 250 classic movies

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	Vantage	Leading Competitor	Second Competitor	Vantage Advantage
Journey	Spanish Sojourn: Barcelona & Beyond	Along the Mediterranean Sea with the Mucem - Athens - Lisbon	Mediterranean & Adriatic Sojourn	Greatest value and most comprehensive features compared to our competitors!
Departure Comparison	Jan	Oct	Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct
Per Diem	$469	$502	$364
Included Tours and Special Features	10 included features and Cultural Discoveries			More included tours and cultural experiences offered!
	1 UNESCO Site
	Complimentary services of a Vantage Deluxe Concierge to assist with all your personal requests before and during your adventure
Accommodations in hotels	On each journey that we offer with Vantage, your hotel accommodations will be included in the total price of your cruise.			We choose all of our partner hotels with comfort and luxury in mind, and will let you know ahead of time which hotel you’ll be staying in at each port.
Vessel Size	Our ocean discovery vessel, the m/s Ocean Odyssey has 15 solo cabins (11 for expedition cruises) and 15 triple-occupancy cabins each, with a maximum capacity of under 134 passengers on each sailing.			Our ships are smaller, more intimate, and have an industry-leading number of solo-ready cabins, as well as a fantastic crew-to-passenger ratio.
Air Inclusive Price*	$7,499	$6,030	$7,997	Greatest value and most comprehensive features compared to our competitors!
# of Days	16	12	22
Meals	35 meals: 14 breakfasts, 11 lunches, and 10 dinners, with complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks during dinner on board.			The MOST included meals
Single Travelers	Free Singles on every departure - Save up to $11,499!*	Single Supplements at 25%	Not specified on webpage	The leader in solo travel - best value in the industry.
Extend Your Trip				Extend your journey and get more value for your dollar.
Extend Your Trip	Madrid 4 days from $600 ($150 per day)			Extend your journey and get more value for your dollar.
Air Promotion	FREE AIR on 2024 departures**			Best airfare and exclusive air upgrades.
Air Promotion	Up to Free Business Class or Premium Economy Airfare Upgrade on select cabins			Best airfare and exclusive air upgrades.

Comparison date as of 3/22/23
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** Not including $120 transfer fee