Friday, September 17, 2010

Escape Break: Queen Elizabeth II to Name New Cunard Ship on Oct 11











Queen Elizabeth II to
Name the New Cunard Ship on Oct 11

Cunard unveils its latest Queen Elizabeth, the third Cunard ship to bear her name. The ceremony will take place in Southhampton, England on Monday, October 11, 2010.

This will be a very special milestone in the British Maritime History and will be of interest to the entire world.

Her majesty was also present at the age of 12 at the launch of the first Queen Elizabeth on 27 September 1938 when she accompanied her mother, Queen Elizabeth, to Clydebank for the launch

The Naming Ceremony will take place in Southhampton on Monday, 11 October and Queen Elizabeth will set sail on her Maiden Voyage the following day.

This will be a record historic naming of Cunard's Ships during their 170th celebration.

Please contact Agent Ivory Travel for more information to book your cruise onboard Queen Elizabeth info@agentivorytravel.com or 877.346.4664

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Escape Break: Celebrations of 170 Years of Iconic Cunarders


170 Years of Iconic Cunarders

Cunard celebrated its 170th Anniversary Celebration on July 4, 2010. 170 years ago, BRITANNIA departed Liverpool on Cunard's first Transatlantic Crossing. Since then, over 200 ships have been apart of the Cunard family.

TIMELINE

1840 - Pioneer of transatlantic

1862 - China became the first Cunarder to use modern screw propellers

1874 - Bothnia had the novelty of a library at sea

1903 - Lucania had proper refrigeration onboard as well as wireless telegraph

1911 - Franconia introduced a gymnasium

Cunard has continued its excellence in innovation and catering to its clients. Guests can enjoy Royal Nights with the classic elegance of the Cunard Ball. The Queen Elizabeth Theatre Company boasts its theatrical entertainment at sea with 29 singers, dancers, actors and musicians within the spectacular setting of the Royal Court Theatre.

Board a luxury Cunard ship today and sail to amazing and exotic destinations around the globe!

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Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Escape Break: Ultimate India & Beyond

Ultimate India & Beyond

Luxury Train Journeys Throughout India

Inject the glamour and romance while gliding along on a 'hotel on wheels' train. Exploring India by train is an excellent way to see some of the country's best attractions, with the convenience of returning to the train each evening. Enjoy the newest and latest luxury train in India - Maharajas Express. Your clients will relax on board amid state of the art comforts, enjoying the finest cuisine and discretely attentive service.


The four 7-day or 8-day travel itineraries extend from Mumbai to Varanasi, and include all meals, tours, and entrance fees to monuments and cultural sites.


Trains depart weekly within India weekly from September to April.

Contact Agent Ivory Travel for more information on India's luxury train.