Bed and Breakfast
Only 150 metres from the shores of Lake Maggiore, Hotel Milan Speranza Au Lac is next to the pier for boat trips to the Borromeo Islands. It includes a popular restaurant and rooms featuring views of Lake Maggiore or Stresa and the surrounding mountains. The Milan Speranza Au Lac Hotel is composed of 2 adjacent buildings. Stresa’s pedestrian area is just a few steps from the property. You can enjoy relaxing moments in the free outdoor pool of the Regina Palace Hotel, 150 metres away. All rooms are air conditioned and include TV with international channels. Wi-Fi access is available free of charge. The Milan Au Lac restaurant is perfect for a dinner with superb lake view. Breakfast is served on the indoor veranda and the Lungolago lounge bar in Hotel Speranza Au Lac is open until late. You have relaxation and reading areas, as well as a free internet point on site. At reception, you can book beauty treatments at a local wellness centre.
Seat Only | Business Class Seat
Overview
Frecciarossa Business Class (Livello Business in Italian) features wide leather armchairs with adjustable headrests, reclining backrests and a large space between seats, arranged in rows of 2+1. Each armchair has a reclining table and every row is separated by a glass divider for greater privacy.
Included:
Welcome service
Free WiFi
More legroom
More luggage space
Seat Only | Standard Coach Seat
Overview
Frecciarossa Standard Class (or Livello Standard in Italian) has the same seat layout of Premium Class 2x2 rows but offers cloth rather than leather seats. Armchairs are wide and reclining and all come with a folding table and power sockets.
Included:
Special luggage zone
Free WiFi
At-seat Easy Food service
Quiet carriage.
Royal Caribbean
The second of five in the revolutionary Voyager-class series that started with Voyager of the Seas in 1999, Explorer of the Seas follows the floating resort concept, with a wealth of entertainment, facilities and activities that will appeal to every age group. Some Explorer of the Seas’ most exciting attractions are an ice-skating rink/concert venue/TV studio, spa/solarium complex, a shopping/dining/entertainment boulevard, 3D movie theater, and outdoor movie screen. A fitness center, outdoor jogging track and outdoor youth area with a rock-climbing wall, full-court basketball, nine-hole miniature golf and brand new FlowRider Surf Simulator offer active cruisers of all ages, from children to seniors, something to enjoy.
Stateroom accommodation:
Each stateroom has private en-suite facilities, air conditioning, flat screen cable TV's with free in-room movies, vanity area, hair dryer, telephone, refrigerator with minibar and free room service.
Dining on-board:
Open almost around the clock, Windjammer Cafe offers a great range of dishes from salads to burgers, a carvery, a buffet and hot main dishes. For a cup of coffee and light snack head to the speciality coffee house Latte-tudes or for more formal dining, explore the culinary delights of the Main Dining Room. Enjoy gourmet cuisine and wine pairing in Chef's Table, Italian family favourite at Giovanni's Table, and if grade-A cuts of steak and sumptuous desserts appeals, head to Chops Grille.
Designing a huge cruise ship is never easy, but Explorer of the Seas deck plans are an improved version of Royal Caribbeans older ships. The majority of cabins are located on stateroom-only decks, which allows for quiet nights. The decks that could be more problematic for light sleepers are decks 2, 3 and 6, as they are located below, above or adjacent to loud public spaces that get foot traffic until the wee small hours. Those, and a few aft cabins with obstructed views are the only rooms to avoid on Explorer of the Seas. A clever layout feature of Royal Caribbeans Explorer of the Seas is that restaurants are not all packed into one or two decks but spread out over multiple levels. This keeps crowds at peak times at a minimum as though Explorer of the Seas has a capacity of 4,290 passengers, so expect to share space with a lot of people. 16 elevators help keep a nice flow of guests as well.
Fly from UK to Milan, Italy
Fly from UK to Milan, transfer to Stresa, Lake Maggoire for overnight stay
Stresa, Lake Maggiore, Italy
With unique island attractions, woodland walks with panoramic lake views, botanical gardens, churches, markets and much more you can be sure that when staying in Stresa you will have no trouble finding something to do-The regular local ferry service departing from Stresa means that it is easy to find your way around the lake to see the many attractions and events that take place during the summer months.
Train from Milan, Italy to Venice, Italy
Transfer from your hotel to Milan train station for your rail journey to Venice, overnight at hotel
Venice, Italy
History, architecture, dining, , romance and pure wander lust through the cobbled streets and by the canals is what Venice is all about. Top souvenirs would be Venetian Glass (also known as Murano Glass) or the famous and flamboyant masks. Standing in the middle of the magnificent piazza San Marco is an experience in itself - once described by: Napoleon as the -drawing room of Europe-. St Mark-s Basilica ,Doge-s Palace and the clock tower built between 1496 and 1506 - are the city's main attractions. St. Mark's Basilica, built in the eleventh century, is the most famous and most recognizable of all the churches in the city of Venice. Its design is considered one of the best examples of Byzantine architecture in the world, known for its opulent design and gilded interior mosaics, and nicknamed -Church of Gold-. The magnificent Doge's Palace is one of the most important buildings in Venice- it was the centre of power, from where the Venetian Republic was ruled. No trip to Venice would be complete without a punt down one of the city's picturesque waterways in an iconic gondola. Prices vary according to the time of day you want to go and the route you want to take. Prices below are for the hire of the gondola, for six passengers or less. Having your own personal crooner will push the fare up.
Venice (Ravenna), Italy
Catch the train to Ravenna, make way to cruise port to embark ship.
Kotor, Montenegro
Well known for its stunning architecture and amazing natural setting, the small town is surrounded by well preserved walls that feature many landmarks making Kotor itself a UNESCO World heritage site.
Corfu, Greece
Corfu is the birth place of Prince Philip at the Palace of Mon Repos. The Achilleon Palace is home to the statue of Achilles Heel and was where Kaiser Wilhelm declared World War I. Corfu Town is the largest living medieval town in Greece and an absolute pleasure to walk around, perhaps watch some cricket in the square or sample the excellent local cuisine. Try the local Kumquat liquor or simply watch the world go by with an ice cold frappe..
Athens, Greece
Athens received a make-over for the 2004 Olympics. There is a lot to see here such as the Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Poseidon and Athena, Odeon Herodus of Atticus and the Theatre of Dionysos.
Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos (part of the Cyclades chain of Islands) is also frequently visited by many cruise ships for its Greek charm and upmarket cosmopolitan atmosphere plus there are some excellent beaches too.
Kefalonia, Greece
Argostoli is the capital of Kefalonia and the setting of the film Captain Korellia's Mandolin. Part of the Ioanian Island chain which includes Corfu and Zante situated at the gateway to the Adriatic and just off the coast of Albania. Visit the magnificent Blue Caves at Melissani.
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Fly Bologna, Italy to London, UK
Disembark the ship in Ravenna and transfer to Bologna airport and fly to UK
Prices are subject to availability and change. Offer and prices can be withdrawn at any time without any notice. Prices are per person based on two sharing a room. Carry-on and checked baggage restrictions vary by airline and may incur an additional charge.
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