The Grand Cruise

The Painting – The tuition is a complete 16 days and is very hands on. You will be in a group of no more than 12 guests and all skill levels are welcome.

The area - The holiday is based on board a P&O Cruise ship sailing from Southampton to Malaga, Katakolon, Corfu, Dubrovnik, Venice, Korcula, Gibraltar and then back to Southampton.

About the cruise
Join Azura as she explores seven of the Mediterranean’s most magical and romantic destinations. After setting sail from Southampton you glide south to Spain. Resting on the Andalucian coast is Malaga – a Moorish style town with a vibrant character. The stunning Alcazaba castle, built between the 8th and 11th centuries, offers a fascinating taste of history.

From here you journey across to Greece, stopping first on the mainland. From the small port of Katakolon, you can take a tour to the pretty town of Olympia – birthplace of the Olympic Games. Your next Greek stop is the island of Corfu. The best beaches are found in Paleokastritsa and Limnopoula, whilst Corfu Town boasts the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Old Fortress.

Cruising north, you reach Croatia – and the 12th century city of Dubrovnik. With a glistening harbour, towering ramparts, red-roofed buildings and creamy cobbled streets, it paints a beautiful picture. You now hop across to Italy – and the wonderful, canal-lined city of Venice. Take a gondola to see the sights or stroll through St. Marks Square, across the Rialto Bridge and past intriguing arty shops.

Heading back to Croatia, Azura calls into the island of Korcula. Its medieval Old Town is a network of narrow streets – lined with gothic, renaissance and baroque architecture. Before you sail home to Southampton, you can enjoy an afternoon in Gibraltar. From its famous Rock you can gaze across to the Moroccan mountains.

About Azura
Our newest superliner Azura blends all the much-loved P&O Cruises traditions with exciting modern luxuries and innovations. Her atmosphere will be stylish, sophisticated and serene. And every element of life on board delivered with a meticulous attention to detail. You’ll be able to enjoy glamorous formal occasions as well as delightful spontaneous ones. Each day will be different – a new chapter in your holiday story.

Azura is a ship designed to offer you the ultimate in relaxation and pampering. And The Retreat - her exclusive outdoor spa terrace, will be the place to experience this at its best. Alfresco massages and wonderful views are just two of the delights you can savour.

As you’d expect from P&O Cruises, Azura will offer truly exceptional dining experiences. Behind every one of her restaurants you’ll find passion, flair and expertise. Michelin-star chef Atul Kochhar’s venue Sindhu, will serve dishes blending India’s homeland spices with familiar British tastes and textures. Whilst The Glass House will be a wine connoisseurs dream – a place for sipping vintages selected by expert Olly Smith – as you dine on succulent seafood and grill menus. For entertainment there’ll be dancing in the Atrium; music in Manhattan; drinks in The Marquis; and mesmerising shows, of two very different kinds, in The Planet Bar and The Playhouse. There’ll also be SeaScreen. Suspended above Azura’s Aqua Pool, it will deliver a rather special cinematic experience, day and night.

 
 
Holiday Essential Information
Dates : Dates
20th Aug - 4th Sep 2010

Days Painting
16

 

FULL


Contact & Booking Info : Tel : 01670 760 030
Email :
charles@charlesevansart.com

Price :

The price is fully inclusive based on 2 people sharing 1 room. Price excludes your drinks on board.

There is a single occupancy supplement of £912

16 days painting £2750


Deposit Required : £200 per person

What's Included : Accommodation on board, dinner, bed and breakfast and also not forgetting the tuition.

Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Details
20 Aug Southampton - UK Sail late afternoon -
Check-in 2.00pm to 4.00pm
23 Aug Malaga - Spain Full Day
26 Aug Katakolon  - Greece Full Day
27 Aug Corfu - Greece Full Day
28 Aug Dubrovnik - Croatia Full Day
29 Aug Venice - Italy Full Day
30 Aug Korcula - Croatia Full Day
02 Sep Gibraltar Full Day
05 Sep Southampton - UK Arrive early morning -
Disembarkation 9.00am to 11.00am

Other Info

You will need to bring your painting kit, and easel, something to sit on as well as some suitable clothing.

Formal dinner in the evening. Evening Dress for ladies and Dinner or dark service suit for Men.

Ship Azura :

  • Sindhu, fine Indian-style restaurant created by Atul Kochhar

  • The Glass House – with wines selected by Olly Smith

  • The Retreat – exclusive outdoor spa terrace

  • SeaScreen – alfresco cinema

  • The fleet’s first Single Staterooms

  • 3 deck atrium with dance floor

  • 12 places to drink

  • Planet Bar – with plasma screen showing the world’s most striking natural and man-made wonders

  • Two tier, 800 seat theatre

  • Oasis Spa & Thermal Suite with couples and balcony treatment rooms

  • Ocean view gym

  • 3 main pools

Port timings :

Morning/Afternoon Minimum call of 4½ hours - Maximum 6½ hours
Full Day Minimum call of 7 hours - Maximum 15 hours

Please note when booking please make cheques payable to "Charles Evans School Of Art"

 

 

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