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TABLE OF CONTENTSITINERARIES Hvar, Croatia to Venice, ItalyVenice, Italy to Trogir, CroatiaTrogir, Croatia to Piraeus (Athens), GreecePiraeus (Athens), Greece to Istanbul, Turkey
THE EXPERIENCE The ShipThe ResidencesOnboard Services & Amenities
THE WORLD?what is
This October, we invite you to discover the unmatched luxury of sailing aboard ‘The World’, one of the most beloved Exclusive Resorts destinations.
An ultra-luxurious, private residential yacht, ‘The World’ takes residents and Exclusive Resorts members to exciting ports of call across all seven continents, custom-crafting its itinerary each year to showcase the highlights of destinations around the globe.
Now, when you join Exclusive Resorts by August 31, you will enjoy exclusive access to the only luxurious private residences at sea—apartments onboard ‘The World’ that you can call home as you sail to unspoiled seaside villages and iconic ports in the Eastern Mediterranean, compliments of the club.
Embarking in Hvar, an island resting just off Croatia’s Dalmatian coast, this journey will traverse the eastern and northern coastlines of the Adriatic, offering sweeping views of the dramatic Croatian and Italian shores as well as opportunities to explore the exquisite natural beauty of Hvar, the rich cultural heritage of Trieste, and the stunning architecture and inherent romance of Venice.
HIGHLIGHTS:• Stroll through Venice’s iconic Piazza San Marco before stepping into the awe-inspiring grandeur of St. Mark’s Basilica.• TouracoupleofHvar’scenturies-oldvineyards(andsampletheirvintages,ofcourse)inthemorning beforemakingyourwaytooneoftheisland’sgorgeousbeachesforanafternoonspentsoakingupsome raysin“thesunniestspotinEurope.”• PerusetheboutiquesofTrieste’sBorgoTeresianoonaquestfortheperfectantiqueobjet d’art.• Visitthethousand-year-oldfishmarketinVenice’sRialtoneighborhoodonyourwaytoalocalcoffeeshop for an afternoon cappuccino.• ImmerseyourselfinTrieste’suniqueblendofItalian,Slovenian,andAustrianheritagesduringanafternoon spenttouringthewaterfrontPiazzad’Italia,theMuseoRevoltella,thecity’smonumentalsynagogue, andmore.
ITINERARY: OCTOBER 3 – 4: Hvar, Croatia
OCTOBER 5 – 7: trieste, italy
OCTOBER 7 – 10: veniCe, italy
HVAR, CROATIA VENICE, ITALYTO
october 3 - 10, 2011
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italy
tyrrhenian sea
adriatic sea
mediterranean sea
croatia
hvar
venice
trieste
bosnia and herzegovina
montenegro
albania
Departing from Venice, arguably the most romantic city in Italy, this exceptional Adriatic itinerary will afford you the opportunity to explore some of the most charming, undisturbed towns along the renowned Dalmatian coast. From glorious views of the striking Adriatic coastline to leisurely strolls along cobblestone streets dating back to the Middle Ages in Trogir, this remarkable Eastern Mediterranean journey is sure to be memorable.
HIGHLIGHTS:• ExplorevestigesofcenturiesofhumanhistoryinPorec’sOldTown,whereRomanruinsarenestlednextto VenetianGothicpalacesandRomanesquechurches.• Learnthecenturies-oldartofhandcraftingVenetianGlassfromoneofthemanyartistsontheVenetianislandofMurano.• Walkinthefootstepsof2,300yearsofcontinuoushumanhistoryinTrogir’shistoricdistrict,whereremnantsof thetown’sGreek,Roman,Hungarian,Saracen,Venetian,andAustrianregimesmergetogethertocreateaculturaland architecturalmosaic.• Snapapostcard-perfectimageofZadar’spre-RomanesqueSt.DonatusChurch,surroundedbytheruinsofthetown’s ancientRomanforum.• WanderthroughPorec’sstrikingEuphrasianBasilicacomplex,aUNESCOWorldHeritageSitehousingsomeofthe world’sbest-preservedByzantinemosaics,datingbacktothe6thcentury.• Visit the Portal ofMaster Radovan in theCathedral of St. Lawrence, one of Croatia’smost significant historicmonuments, whereathree-storybelfryconstructedinthreedifferentarchitecturalstylespresidesgracefullyoverhistoricTrogir.
ITINERARY: OCTOBER 10: veniCe, italy OCTOBER 10-11: PoreC, Croatia
OCTOBER 12-13: Zadar, Croatia OCTOBER 14-16: trogir, Croatia
VENICE, ITALY TROGIR, CROATIATO
october 10 - 16, 2011
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italy
tyrrhenian sea
mediterranean sea
croatia
venice
bosnia and herzegovina
montenegro
albania
trogir
zadar
porec
adriatic sea
Sailing from Trogir, Croatia to Athens, Greece, this Eastern Mediterranean voyage combines Croatia’s exquisite Dalmatian coast with a stop in Saranda, Albania, a visit to the island of Corfu, and more. Tour the ancient wonders of Athens, explore the pristine natural beauty of coastal Albania, and discover firsthand the striking drama of sunset in the Greek Isles.
TROGIR, CROATIA PIRAEUS (ATHENS), GREECETO
october 16 - 23, 2011
HIGHLIGHTS:• Meanderalongthenarrow,windingstreetsofTrogir’sOldTown,pausing periodicallytosnapphotosofthemanygorgeouslyornatebuildings whoseuniquestylecallstomindTrogir’sVenetianorigins.• VentureinlandfromSaranda’slovelycrescent-shapedbaytovisitThe BlueEye,anaturalspringwhoseclearbluewaterbubblesupfroma stunningpoolextendingdownmorethan165feetbelowground.• RelaxonthesugarywhitesandsofoneofCorfu’smanypicturesque beachesandenjoythevividsceneryineverydirection,fromtheintense green of the surrounding hillsides to the bright azure of the Mediterranean Seaandtheintricatelygnarledbranchesofwildolivetrees.
• ExploretheancientruinsatButrint,justsouthofSarandaalongthe AlbanianRiveria,whereremnantsoftheancientGreek,Roman,and Byzantinecivilizationsthatheldswayheremillenniaagohavebeen carefullyunearthedandpreserved.• StrollthroughCorfu’sOldTown,nowaUNESCOWorldHeritage Site,observingthestrikingblendofTurkish,British,French,andVenetian architecturalstylesandpickingupsomecasualGreekphrasesasyouchat withfriendlylocals.• DiscoverthebreathtakingsplendorofTheAcropolis,oneoftheworld’s greatestculturalmonuments,atsunset.
ITINERARY: OCTOBER 16: trogir, Croatia OCTOBER 17: at sea
OCTOBER 18-19: saranda, albania OCTOBER 19-20: KerKira, Corfu, greeCe
OCTOBER 21: at sea OCTOBER 22-23: Piraeus (atHens), greeCe
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greece
albania
macedonia
montenegro
serbia
croatia
italy
turkey
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aegean sea
adriatic sea
trogir
sarandakerkira, corfu
bulgaria
romania
sea of marmara
HIGHLIGHTS:• Peruse the stylish boutiques of Athens’ Kolonaki district before heading off to climb (or ride the funicular) up Mount Lycabetus for spectacularviewsofthecity.• VisitIstanbul’smagnificentSultanAhmedMosque—commonlycalledTheBlueMosque—wheresoaringdomesandmorethan20,000 handmadeceramictileslenddramaticstyletotheexpansiveinterior.• Sipouzowiththe localsata livelytavernaafteradayspenttouringThessaloniki’s impressiveByzantinewalls,RomanForum,GreekAgora, andmore.• Browsethejewelry,pottery,spice,andcarpetshopsofIstanbul’sGrandBazaar,datingbackto1461.
ITINERARY: OCTOBER 23-24: Piraeus (atHens), greeCe OCTOBER 25-27 tHessaloniKi, greeCe
OCTOBER 28: at sea tHrougH tHe dardanelles OCTOBER 29-30: istanbul, turKey
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october 23 - 30, 2011
PIRAEUS (ATHENS), GREECE ISTANBUL, TURKEY
This one-of-a-kind Eastern Mediterranean journey offers you the opportunity to explore one the most ancient and storied regions of the world. Discover the historic wonders of Athens and Istanbul, perhaps the two most iconic ports of the Eastern Mediterranean. Encounter the vestiges of Roman, Byzantine, Venetian, and Ottoman empires whose legacies still mark parts of Greece as you wander through Thessaloniki. Find yourself awed by the sheer (and natural) drama of the Dardanelles as you make your way into the Sea of Marmara. This exceptional voyage will surely prove unforgettable.
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thessaloniki
istanbul
mediterranean sea
greece
albania
macedonia
bosnia andherzegovina
bulgaria
croatia
italy
turkeyaegean sea
sea of marmara
adriatic sea
THE SHIPThe undisputed standard for luxury at sea, The World offersan exceptional private residential experience not available tothe general public.Onboard, youwill find none of the typicalcharacteristicsofcommercialcruises.Rather, theshipprovidesan extremely luxurious residential experience, offering all theplush amenities you would expect of world-class resorts andprivate country clubsaswell as the charmand familiarityof aquietneighborhoodcommunity.
Whether you spend your days exploring the ancient ruins ofAthens,hagglingwithlocalvendorsinIstanbul’sGrandBazaar,or meandering Venice’s extensive canals, you will enjoy theultimateluxuryaftereachnewadventure—thecomfortofhome.
THE RESIDENCESExquisitelydesigned two-bedroom residencesonboardThe World await,offeringyouallthecomfortsofhomewhileplacingthebestoftheEasternMediterranean—from theDalmatiancoast to theDardanelles, fromVenice to theGreek Isles—atyour doorstep. Each residence offers 1,100+ square feet, can accommodate fourpeople,andisoutfittedwithavarietyofluxuriousfeatures,including:
• Twoprivatebedroomswithluxuriousensuitebaths• Afullyequipped,state-of-the-artkitchen• Privateveranda• ComplimentarywirelessInternetaccess• AccesstoallservicesandamenitiesonboardThe World
In addition to your luxurious private residence and an extensive range of customized on-shoreexcursionsandeventsineachportofcall,youwillenjoyaccesstoawealthofonboardservicesandamenities,including:
• TheWorldSpabyBanyanTree• Balibeds—plushqueen-sizebedsontheship’supperdeck,designedforsleepingunderthestars• Complimentaryaccesstonon-motorizedwatersportsequipment,includingsunfishsailboats, kayaks,snorkelinggear,andmore(availablityvariesbyportofcall)• TheCigarClub—fullformalcigarserviceofferingfine,hand-rolledtobaccoproducts• Anextensivesuiteofenrichmentprogramsandexhibitsfeaturinglocalartists,performers, authors,andspeakerswithexpertiseinhistory,culture,finance,andtheeconomy• In-residenceprivatechefservices
SERVICES & AMENITIESONBOARD
Offering and itineraries subject to change. Itineraries available during October 2011. Includes only accommodations; does not include airfare, costs for other transportation, food and beverage, shore excursions or other optional activities such as spa treatments. Terms and conditions apply. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Quantities are limited. Must have submitted all documents and payments required by the club to join. Visit www.exclusiveresorts.com/theworld for details. Exclusive Resorts, the Exclusive Resorts flower logo, and “There’s no place like together” are registered service marks of Exclusive Resorts, LLC @ 2011, Exclusive Resorts, LLC. All rights reserved.