Sailing The Seas Responsibly Again with Variety Cruises From 14th May 2021

3 years ago

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Variety Cruises – the specialists in small ship and environmentally friendly cruising - , is delighted to announce dates for its eagerly awaited 2021 sailing programme which offers a bespoke and inspirational trips around Greece, the Med and the Seychelles and other destinations which will be announced in due course and as travel restrictions allow.

The essence of a Variety Cruise lies in the chance for voyagers to get close to native culture and history. To discover new destinations, absorb the thriving feel of local communities, and foster a spirit of adventure. This is all thanks to the small size of its marine-oil powered fleet, which means visitors can visit ports inaccessible to bigger vessels.

Predominantly seven night cruises – itineraries are structured to avoid repeat returns to ports on the itinerary. This way, trips are the perfect way to enjoy a quick, relaxing and varied getaway .

The schedule opens for business on 14th May, with a seven-night cruise - “Jewels of the Cyclades” . Dazzling white villages, golden beaches and clear azure water are just the start of what these islands have to offer. Departing from Zeas Marina in Athens, the ships call at the most picturesque Greek islands including Syros, Santorini, Paros & Antiparos, Folegandros and Kythnos and others, and offer guests the chance to go ashore for visits to local sites, get involved in beach clean ups with the crew or simply relax on deck or swim in small coves in Poliegos.

Variety Cruises will also be introducing the limited series collection - beginning with “Unexplored Greece” on July 30th . A chance to visit islands off the beaten track including Ikaria, Patmos, Lipsi, Kalymnos, Koufonisia, Amorgos, and Serifos. The secret gem in this 10 stunning island cruise is Levitha, a small spot in the Aegean, inhabited by a family of four involved in agriculture . During the summer months they run a taverna offering freshly grilled fish, other dishes and of course, their warm hospitality.

The classic “Best of Greece & Turkey” will be available from 6th August 2021 , is an exciting voyage of discovery, unraveling the wonders of Greece & Turkey. The beautiful Cyclades, Santorini, Mykonos, Ios , Syros the Dodecanese islands including Patmos, Kos, Simi and Lipsi and Bodrum in Turkey. Discover much-loved or unknown gems with rich history, incomparable light, translucent water, and heavenly beaches. Prices start from 1995 euro per person

Sailings are available to guests of all ages both vaccinated and unvaccinated providing a negative Covid-19 test 72 hours prior to embarkation. There will be luggage disinfection and, in line with the applicable health protocols, guests and crew will receive non-intrusive oxygen and temperature checks.

Variety Cruises partners PURE-SPACE the leader in purifying spaces and keeping them safe and clean for guests and crew alike.

Prices starting from 1995 euros per person for the Best of Greece and Turkey cruise.

Book directly online www.varietycruises.com

Press Contact: Katilena Alpe at DK Associates.

E: katilena@dk-associates.eu

M: 07597105168

Notes to Editors

Variety Cruises, specialises in small ship cruising in a responsible and sustainable way. Variety Cruises’ largest vessel has only 36 cabins, the smallest has 17 and most of its boats have less than 25. As a cruise company, it has a very low environmental footprint, can access authentic small ports bigger ships cannot reach – so also helping to boost local economies,

Guests and crew members actively engage with beach clean-ups, embrace the United Nations sustainability protocols, the vessels run on marine diesel oil instead of the standard heavy fuel, and where possible, the sailing vessels use wind-power. From 2020 onwards single use plastic has been banned from the fleet. In its continued efforts to leave a positive cultural footprint in the remote areas that we visit we have engaged VARIETY CARES in our operations that provides a caring platform that communicates and strengthens our mission and goals via our three-tiered mission of clean oceans, gender equality, and education FOR ALL.

NEW ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING QUARANTINE & TRAVEL TO GREECE
According to the updated Covid-19 aviation directive (NOTAM), as of Monday, April 19, travelers from: all EU member states and the members of the border-free Schengen area, the United States, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, Serbia and Israel, will be able to enter Greece without having to undergo the seven-day mandatory quarantine after arrival only if:

a. they have a negative PCR test performed less than three days (72 hours) prior to their trip, or
b. they have a vaccination certificate issued by a public authority in the English language, stating that 14 days have passed since the completion of their full vaccination for Covid-19.

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About Variety Cruises

Variety Cruises’ , specialises in small ship cruises . As a cruise company, it has a very low environmental footprint, can visit smaller ports of call that bigger ships cannot , the cultural impact is manageable whilst adding value to the local economies. Guests and crew actively engage with beach clean-ups, embrace the United Nations sustainability protocols, the vessels run on marine diesel oil instead of the standard heavy fuel, and where possible, the sailing vessels use wind-power. From 2020 onwards single use plastic has been banned from the fleet. In its continued efforts to leave a positive cultural footprint in the remote areas that we visit we have engaged VARIETY CARES in our operations that provides a caring platform that communicates and strengthens our mission and goals via our three-tiered mission of clean oceans, gender equality, and education FOR ALL.

Press Contacts

Katilena Alpe

Director

07597105168

katilena@dk-associates.eu