Vacations To Go

Dear Mr. Sterling,

This week, I'll share how to qualify for special rates when booking a cruise. Vacations To Go customers can sometimes receive exclusive discounts from cruise lines based on specific qualifications, such as region of residence, age, occupation, military service and past guest status.

I have compiled a list of specialty cruises, discounts and resources we offer. Some are available only to certain types of travelers, and others are available to all Vacations To Go customers. Click the links below for more information:

Age 55+ Rates
EMT Discounts
Firefighter Discounts
Hosted Singles Cruises
Interline Rates
Military Rates (U.S. and Canadian)
Past Passenger Rates
Police Discounts
Teachers' Rates

Discount programs like these can be issued or withdrawn at any time by the cruise line, and are not normally combinable with one another. Always tell your Vacations To Go cruise counselor if you qualify for a military or interline discount, are a past passenger of the line you are calling about, or if anyone in the cabin will be 55+, so that he or she can make sure to check for any additional discounts to which you may be entitled.

If you qualify for any of these special discounts and have not already told us about it in My Account, you can click here now to update your Special Discount Eligibility so we will always show you the lowest rate you qualify for when you are browsing our website.

Next, we've arranged some fantastic offers for our customers with 13 different cruise lines. These deeply discounted offers may include free amenities or shipboard credits, which are as good as cash on the ship and can be used toward onboard purchases, like internet and beverage packages.

Azamara is providing huge discounts to our customers -- save up to 84%. Also, receive exclusive pricing on a variety of upcoming sailings and shipboard credits of up to $1,500 per cabin. Rates include gratuities and drinks. Book by March 31. See dates and prices.

Royal Caribbean is offering our customers huge new discounts -- save up to 73%. Also, receive shipboard credits of up to $200 per cabin on select sailings. Children ages 12 and under pay only port fees and taxes when sharing the same cabin with two adults on select departures. Book by March 26. See dates and prices.

Norwegian is offering our customers huge discounts of up to 87% along with free pre-paid gratuities on select balcony and suite cabins and shipboard credits of up to $200 per cabin on some sailings. Plus, cabins booked at eligible rates come with up to 300 minutes of internet per person and a $50 per cabin shore excursion credit on each excursion booked through the cruise line. The following optional offers that involve additional fees are also available: 1) an unlimited open bar for two, 2) a specialty dining package that includes up to five meals for two guests at select dining venues and 3) friends and family pay only port fees and taxes when sharing the same cabin with two adults on select departures. Book by March 31. See dates and prices.

Seabourn has reduced rates by up to 50%, plus get new exclusive pricing on last-minute cruises and shipboard credits of up to $500 per cabin on select departures. The upfront fare of a six-star Seabourn vacation includes gratuities, open bars and fine wines at lunch and dinner. Book by March 31. See dates and prices.

MSC Cruises is offering huge discounts to our customers -- save up to 71%. Also, receive free drinks, free Wi-Fi and shipboard credits of up to $100 per cabin, plus Kids Sail Free on select sailings booked at eligible rates. Book by March 31. See dates and prices.

Princess is offering Vacations To Go customers big discounts -- save up to 66%. Plus, pay a reduced deposit starting at $99 per person and receive shipboard credits of up to $585 per cabin on select sailings. Also, the third and fourth guests pay only port fees and taxes when sharing the same cabin with two adults on some departures. Get free drinks, Wi-Fi and pre-paid gratuities on certain voyages booked at eligible rates. Book by April 1. See dates and prices.

Explora Journeys has provided Vacations To Go with exclusive discounts and savings of up to 75% off. Plus, pay a reduced deposit, receive a free onboard credit of up to $600 per suite, and get a pre-paid shore excursion credit of up to $1,000 per suite on select sailings. Prices include gratuities, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, select specialty restaurant dining options, and unlimited internet. Book by April 1. See dates and prices.

Crystal is offering discounts of up to 75%. Book now to get exclusive pricing on select voyages. Pricing includes gratuities, unlimited Wi-Fi, butler service in all suites and guest rooms, two complimentary specialty dining reservations, and all alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. See dates and prices.

Atlas Ocean Voyages is offering savings of up to 61%, with new exclusive rates for customers of Vacations To Go. Pricing includes one free cultural immersion on every voyage, unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, a fully stocked in-room mini fridge, all gratuities and Wi-Fi. See dates and prices.

Atlas Ocean Voyages also released new Antarctica itineraries for 2026-2027. For dates and prices, click here.

Cunard is providing our customers with newly reduced rates reflecting discounts of up to 54% along with shipboard credits of up to $500 per cabin on select sailings. Also, book certain suite categories and receive free drinks and free gratuities on a variety of sailings. See dates and prices.

Celestyal is offering our customers discounts of up to 81% off their Mediterranean voyages departing from Athens, Greece. Prices include gratuities, unlimited non-alcoholic beverages during meals and 250 MB of basic internet. See dates and prices.

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours is offering discounts of up to 71% off sailings in a variety of destinations. The line's all-inclusive fares cover meals, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, Wi-Fi, gratuities, shore excursions in every port and airport transfers. See dates and prices.

Let Vacations To Go help you on your next cruise with Disney Cruise Line. Book now and pay a 50% reduced deposit on select sailings. See dates and prices. Plus, Vacations To Go can help plan an exciting stay at Disney Parks and Resorts in Orlando. See dates and prices. Or, plan a family-friendly tour designed for all generations with Adventures by Disney. See dates and prices.

As always, all offers in this newsletter are for new bookings only and subject to availability. Restrictions may apply, and some free amenities and shipboard credits may apply only to eligible rates. Past guests of some cruise lines may see better rates on select sailings.

Emerald Cruises provides exceptional value with its upscale yacht cruises in destinations like the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. The upfront price covers all onboard meals and a selection of soft drinks, beer, wine and cocktails, along with Wi-Fi, gratuities, some shore excursions and airport transfers.

Right now, Vacations To Go customers can save up to 70% on a variety of ocean sailings with the company. Book by March 31. See dates and prices.

Emerald's intimate yachts accommodate up to 128 guests each. Every stateroom and suite offers an ocean view and is equipped with deluxe amenities. You'll enjoy spacious lounges, spa and fitness facilities, an infinity pool and daily entertainment. The vessels are also equipped with Zodiacs, snorkeling gear, paddleboards, floating platforms and water trampolines. Shore excursions are led by experienced guides who cover more than just the usual tourist attractions, revealing hidden gems and authentic experiences.

The line's third ship, Emerald Kaia, is debuting in April 2026. This superyacht will feature larger suites, enhanced dining options, an expanded gym with opportunities for open-air workouts and a reimagined Sky Deck with an indoor/outdoor lounge.

In addition to ocean sailings, Emerald also offers river cruises on the Rhine, Danube and other famed waterways. Intriguing excursions -- covered in the price of the trip -- include EmeraldACTIVE hiking, biking and canoeing experiences as well as EmeraldPLUS tours that explore the local culture in depth. Ships also have bicycles that guests can use ashore.

Our customers have access to discounts of up to 82% off Emerald's river cruises. Book by March 31. See dates and prices.

I'd like to share some exciting news. Royal Caribbean's third Icon Class ship, Legend of the Seas, is now available for booking.

This innovative new vessel is a sister ship to the Icon of the Seas, the biggest cruise ship built to date. The Legend of the Seas will feature the largest waterpark at sea with six unique slides (such as Pressure Drop, an open free-fall slide), an aerial ropes course, seven swimming pools including an adults-only infinity pool and more than 40 restaurants, lounges and bars.

Accommodations include spacious staterooms like the three-story Ultimate Family Townhouse. This ship houses more cabins for families than any other ship in the Royal Caribbean fleet, making it an excellent choice for family vacations.

The Legend of the Seas debuts in August 2026 and offers 7-night Mediterranean sailings from Barcelona and Rome. In November 2026, the ship will reposition to its homeport of Fort Lauderdale. It will offer 3- to 8-night Caribbean and Bahamas itineraries, all including a stop at Royal Caribbean's private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay.

To see pictures of the Legend of the Seas, click here. To see dates and prices, click here.

Over the last 40 years, Vacations To Go has helped more than 8 million travelers choose the perfect cruise and assist with the planning of every detail. Eighteen years ago, we filled a void in the travel industry with the creation of a department dedicated to assisting travelers with special needs. Since then, our Special Needs department has proudly assisted nearly half a million passengers with disabilities or other specific requirements.

Our website features a comprehensive, ship-by-ship guide with up-to-date information about facilities, services and amenities for travelers with special needs, with search tools to help you find a ship that meets your needs while returning great bargains as well.

Most cruise lines have been working for years to accommodate passengers with disabilities, and more than 240 of the world's best cruise ships are now accessible in some way, including options for travelers who have the following needs:

Limited mobility
Low vision or are blind
Hard of hearing or deaf
Supplemental oxygen required
Diabetes or dietary restrictions
Autism

Travelers with limited mobility will find there are ships with fully accessible staterooms and roll-in showers, push-button doors and access to public areas and pools. We can recommend wheelchair and scooter rentals for those who prefer not to travel with their own equipment.

For more information, click here to visit the section of our site devoted to travelers with special needs.

The Special Needs department is a team of cruise counselors who are highly trained to assist travelers coordinate any special services, medical needs or requirements needed during their vacation. Our cruise counselors can be reached by phone at 800-998-6902, Monday-Friday from 8 am to 6 pm and Saturday-Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm, U.S. Central Time. Be sure to tell your Vacations To Go cruise counselor about all of your special needs prior to booking so that they can help you find a ship that works for you.

Here are today's Top 10 Cruises, brand-new specials from the world's best cruise lines. Click the FastDeal # for details.

1) Alaska, 7 nights on Princess, departs Anchorage (Whittier) May 17, starting at $559, save 64%, FastDeal # 26111

2) Caribbean, 7 nights on Carnival, departs Miami Apr 27, starting at $639, save 77%, FastDeal # 16262

3) Eastern Canada & New England, 7 nights on Holland America, departs Quebec City May 24, starting at $624, save 59%, FastDeal # 13039

4) Caribbean, 7 nights on MSC Cruises, departs Port Canaveral Jun 22, starting at $701, save 66%, FastDeal # 44756

5) Northern Europe, 10 nights on Norwegian, departs Reykjavik May 22, starting at $1,214, save 91%, FastDeal # 27083

6) Caribbean, 7 nights on Emerald Cruises, departs Barbados Apr 5, oceanview starting at $2,670, save 67%, FastDeal # 25335

7) Mediterranean, 10 nights on Oceania Cruises, departs Monte Carlo Jun 27, starting at $2,970, save 68%, FastDeal # 15173

8) Alaska, 7 nights on Seabourn, departs Juneau Jun 20, suite starting at $3,299, save 47%, FastDeal # 26965

9) Transatlantic, 12 nights on Regent, departs Miami Apr 4, suite starting at $4,899, save 72%, FastDeal # 13811

10) Greek Islands, 7 nights on Viking, departs Athens (Piraeus) Jun 5, balcony starting at $4,849, FastDeal # 32790 (Viking does not provide brochure rates for this cruise, so we are unable to show a savings percentage.)

For the best last-minute cruise specials in the next 90 days, please visit our world-famous 90-Day Ticker.
To search for discounts of up to 85% on cruises departing more than 90 days, use our Find a Bargain tool.

To save up to 40% with escorted tours, click here.
For river cruises up to 50% off, click here.
For discounts of up to 50% at hotels and all-inclusive resorts, click here.
For the lowest rates on Africa safaris from budget to luxury in quality, click here.

Once you've found a FASTDEAL, call us at 800-338-4962 (US and Canada) and a cruise counselor will attend to your needs. International customers, please email or call us at +1-713-974-2121.

Please email me your comments, suggestions and questions at alanfox@vacationstogo.com and I will respond the same day.

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Sincerely,

Alan Fox
Executive Chairman
Vacations To Go
5851 San Felipe Street, Suite 500
Houston, TX 77057

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