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These programs are for those who are passionate about jazz, passionate about life and passionate about enjoying a week at sea with a full ship of fellow jazz fans. Whether you are listening to one of the world-renowned jazz performers, sipping cocktails with your fellow jazz passengers, attending a Q&A session with the performers or exploring ashore at one of the amazing ports of call, the Smooth Jazz Cruise and Playboy Jazz Cruise offer the very best jazz entertainment at sea.

Fantastic Pricing Now Available!

The Smooth Jazz Cruise
January 18 - 25, 2009      

From $1700 per person*

Embarkation and Debarkation from Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Ports of Call: San Juan, Santa Barbara de Samana, Santo Domingo, Half Moon Cay

The music is primarily "smooth jazz" with a strong R&B element, but the atmosphere is like Mardi Gras, Prom and New Year's Eve all rolled into one, Wayman Tisdale, the most beloved performer in the smooth jazz world, is the host for this weeklong party.  Artists include Wayman Tisdale, Gerald Albright, Jonathan Butler, Peabo Golub, Everette Harp, Jeff Lorber, Brian Simpson, John Stoddart, Jody Watley, Kirk Whalum, Peter White, Willie and Lobo and Jonathan Slocumb. Special guest appearences will also include Rufus featuring Grammy® Winner Chaka Khan!



Playboy Jazz Cruise - Inaugural Sailing!
January 25 - February 1, 2009

From $1250 per person*

Embarkation and Debarkation from Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Ports of Call: San Juan, St. Barths, Nevis, Half Moon Cay

In the world of jazz, there is no bigger name than Playboy.  Since the magazine was first introduced, jazz has been a staple of the image and lifestyle that Playboy has fostered.  From the early days of "Playboy After Dark" television series to the now 30-year-old Playboy Jazz Festival, nobody does jazz better than Playboy.  Hosted by Grammy® Award winner Marcus Miller, join the fun as special guest Herbie Hancock and other artists such as Dianne Reeves, Keb' Mo', Poncho Sanchez, James Moody, Roy Hargrove, James Carter, Eldar, Roberta Gambarini, New Birth Brass Band, DJ Logic and Alonzo Bodden.


For More Information About Jazz Cruises
Contact us at 866-628-8226 or 407-322-0344

*Price is per person, based on double occupancy and does not include government fees, port charges, taxes or fuel surcharges.  Availability is subject to change and may be withdrawn at anytime. 

Why Distinctive Escapes?

We believe you take travel to heart and we share in your appreciation for travel by passing along a bit of our personal insider knowledge. Our services go beyond that of a typical travel agency because of our experience and expertise. In addition, we bring you specific, additional advantages:

FOR CRUISERS: We offer complimentary benefits when you cruise with Virtuoso.Virtuoso Voyager Club and Virtuoso Explorer offers escorted pre- and post-cruise trips, shore excursions, land packages and special social events on more than 450 departures per year with luxury cruise lines.

FOR AIR TRAVELERS: When you travel internationally, you benefit from our insider access to special fares that you won’t find on the Internet.

FOR COUNTRY- AND EXPERIENCE-COLLECTORS: We maintain relationships with the world’s leading travel and adventure companies. And, from time to time, we offer Virtuoso Discoveries.

FOR INDEPENDENT SORTS: You want to travel your way, and we’re experts at making independent arrangements. Our custom vacation options are endless. Tell us what personal touches you would like to add, and we’ll fine tune your vacation to make it your own.

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