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VACAYA LUXE ANCIENT WONDERS CRUISE ON PONANT LE JAQUES CARTIER
APR 16-26, 2023

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The Vacayans are hard at work planning each and every detail of this amazing cruise. And of course, we’re super excited to share many of those details with you along the way. As we have new information to share, you’ll find it here.

We’ll also house an email archive on this page, too. This archive will feature all the trip-specific communications we have with you throughout your pre-cruise experience with us. That way, if you happen to lose a general email somewhere along the way, you’ll be able to find it right here.

And from party themes and entertainment previews, VACAYA’s mission is to give you everything you need with plenty of time to ensure a totally stress-free experience. Get ready for your vacaya!

We’re often asked, “What should we expect from a VACAYA Luxe experience?” Our Luxe vacations are an unapologetically exclusive celebration of the wonders of our planet – welcoming to all, of course, but built for discerning travelers seeking intimate experiences, splendid accommodations, and unparalleled service. They’ll reach the far corners of the globe – giving VACAYA guests an opportunity to expand their horizons in completely new ways.

The VACAYA Luxe rhythm is… Bold. Refined. Intimate. Exotic. Treasured. Calm. Cool. Grand. A chance to live life to the absolute fullest.

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AIRLINE DISCOUNTS
CURRENCY
EMAIL ARCHIVE
HOTEL RECOMMENDATIONS

AIRLINE DISCOUNTS

As a VACAYA guest, discounts are available to you with various air carriers when booking your flights using our Group Codes/Links. Those codes/links, as well as the instructions for booking, can be found HERE.

CURRENCY

You’ll encounter the following currencies on this voyage:

Jordan – Dinar
1 US Dollar = 0.71 Dinar
1 Dinar = 1.41 US Dollars

Egypt – Egyptian Pound
1 US Dollar = 15.71 Egyptian Pounds
1 Egyptian Pound = 0.06 US Dollars

Israel – Israeli Shekel
1 US Dollar = 3.21 Israeli Shekels
1 Israeli Shekels = 0.31 US Dollars

Cyprus & Greece – Euro
1 US Dollar = 0.85 Euro
1 Euro = 1.18 US Dollars

At street markets, cash is king and you’ll definitely want lots of small bills if you plan to barter (and you should). In brick and mortar establishments, American Express, MasterCard, and Visa are widely accepted throughout the region. You’ll find that ATMs are also readily available. Exchange facilities are available at the airports as well as at banks throughout the region.

EMAIL ARCHIVE

All emails to our Booked Guests will be available here.

HOTEL RECOMMENDATIONS

We’ll have a recommended hotel for Aqaba about a year before the trip. In order to visit Petra, you’ll definitely want to allow a couple days in Aqaba before our cruise.

Our recommended hotel for Athens is the Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Athens. Typically, rates are loaded approximately 11 months before the travel date. Once we pass that window of time, you’ll be able to book discounted VACAYA rates by following these instructions:

Go to https://www.radissonhotels.com/
Choose your destination and travel dates
Under “Special rates” select “Travel agency ID” from the dropdown menu
Enter code 33584202
Click SEARCH
You’re now on your way to SAVINGS as you take advantage of the best rates you’ll find anywhere!

All-Inclusive Luxury

VACAYA’s continued partnership with PONANT delivers a luxurious 5-Star adventure.

Innovative & Refined Design

Le Jacques Cartier offers endless expedition technology wrapped in the luxury you’ve come to know and expect from a 5-Star ship. Explore all that makes her unique.

Priceless Experiences

The prices for the various suites and rooms on our 2023 Ancient Wonders Cruise can be found here.

Ancient Wonders Main Page

Return to the overview page of VACAYA’s 2023 Ancient Wonders Cruise.

VACAYA completely reinvents the all-gay cruise and all-inclusive gay resort concepts by opening up the experience to lesbians, bisexuals, trans persons, queer men/women, those questioning their sexuality, intersex, asexual, pansexual, and polyamorous individuals, as well as gay men who’ve enjoyed the typical gay cruise experience. VACAYA is the only large-scale adults-only vacation company on earth built for the entire LGBTQIAPK community and their straight ally friends. VACAYA offers fun easy vacations with customized itineraries, personalized service, tailored entertainment, welcoming activities, friendly parties, and transformative moments. Shared experiences with like-minded LGBT+ adults and friends give us a new perspective on the world and remind us how lucky we are to be alive. VACAYA charters the entire ship or resort so we have the freedom to express our individuality, make personal connections, celebrate life, rev up, or simply relax… together. Our mission is to fulfill the vacation dreams of all adults who believe “love is love” while giving back to the community and immersing our guests in the cultures and places we visit around the world.

All-Inclusive Resorts – Staying at a VACAYA Oasis all-inclusive resort delivers a truly relaxing and exhilarating vacation because nearly everything is included for one incredible price. Our resorts offer scores of daytime activities, exclusive nightly entertainment, gourmet restaurants, exquisite turquoise waters, and sun-soaked beaches. But that’s only the beginning. These are places where we come together and feel part of a bigger family. With so much included, all that’s left to do is have fun and enjoy the value! Occasionally, we’ll offer something altogether different with VACAYA Oasis and we’ll be sure to list all that’s included/not included on the trip’s VALUE page.

LGBT+ Cruises – Life on the open water is about savoring the good times, finding beauty in the details, appreciating friends, and discovering new ones. Sailing the seven seas is about leaving the ordinary behind. It’s the moments we spend connecting, laughing, and living life to the fullest. Its possibilities are endless and exciting. Sensual. Life changing. These experiences connect us to each other. They open our minds and unify our rhythm.

This is the spirit of VACAYA. open sea. open mind.