New Delhi :TIRUN Travel Marketing, the exclusive representative in India of Royal Caribbean International cruises, in partnership with JetEscapes, the holidays brand ofJet Airways, India’s premier international airline, has introduced exciting ‘Fly & Cruise’ vacations onboard Royal Caribbean International’s cruise ship -Mariner of the Seas.These cruise packages will offer JetEscapes’ guests from India, exciting vacation options onboard Asia’s largest and most innovative cruise ship -Mariner of the Seas.

With sailings from Singapore starting November 2013, the ‘Fly & Cruise’ vacation offer is comprehensive and valuable for the Indian travellers.  This holiday concept combines the most attractive airfares from Jet Airways and inclusive value from a leading cruise brand, Royal Caribbean International.

These packages are 3-night itineraries onboard Mariner of the Seas, sailing from Singapore to exotic destinations in Malaysia, with a choice of multiple sailings from November 2013 to February 2014. Available sail dates include 15, 22 and 29 November 2013 and 6, 13 and 20 December 2013; 20 January, 12 and 27 February in 2014 respectively. The packages include return air travel in economy, airport transfers, 3Nights/4Days accommodation onboard Mariner of the Seas, all meals onboardMariner of the Seas, access to par-excellence entertainment and various public amenities whilst onboard the cruise, travel insurance, as also allowing JetPrivilege members the opportunity to earn 5 JPMiles for every INR 100 spent.

Guests from Mumbai, Delhi and Chennai can avail the packages at INR 60,500, INR 54,000 and INR 64,500 respectively. Similarly, attractive packages are available to guests from Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Kolkata at INR 66,660, INR 66,900 and INR 66,955 respectively.

SudheerRaghavan, Chief Commercial Officer, Jet Airways, said, “Jet Airways is happy to introduce a slew of exciting JetEscapes Holidays with assured benefits, tailored to make the travel experience for our guests as convenient and enjoyable as possible. These exciting holidays will offer a seamless experience for Jet Airways travellers between India and Singapore, serviced by two of the travel industry’s most recognized brands – Jet Airways (JetEscapes Holidays) and Royal Caribbean International Cruises. With the growing popularity of cruise vacations, this initiative offers an ideal getaway option from Singapore onboard the largest ship to be based in Asia. Mariner of the Seas is truly designed to enthrall guests with its onboard amenities, innovative featuresand world-class service. We are confident that this initiative will prove to be extremely popular with our guests who can expect truly memorable holiday experiences.”

Further commenting on this venture, Ratna Chadha, Chief Executive, TIRUN Travel Marketing, India Representative of Royal Caribbean International,said, “It gives us immense pleasure to offer such a valuable ‘Fly & Cruise’ proposition to our Indian guests, onboard the largest ship sailing from Singapore – Mariner of the Seas. The packages offer an exceptionally convenient, affordable and ideal getaway option this winter. Further, with our ship now positioned in Singapore, it’s an honour for us as TIRUN Travel Marketing, to be able to bring the ‘WOW’ features of our Royal Caribbean International ships closer to home for our Indian guests.”

Designed for WOW, Mariner of the Seaswill leave guests spoilt for choicewith 15 decks replete with activities, including many first-at-sea innovations. With an array of amenities and features onboard including luxurious staterooms, Broadway-style entertainment and multi cuisine dining options at 8 world class dining venues, an ice skating rink, a full size sports court, 10 pools and whirlpools, a rock-climbing wall, a mini-golf course, multiple entertainment options including complimentary ice shows and theatre performances, Casino Royale®, VitalitySM Spa, award-winning Adventure Ocean® Youth Program, DreamWorks® experience, Barbie Premium Experience and much more – a cruise aboard Mariner of the Seaswill prove to be a once in a lifetime experience.

These packages can be booked online on jetairways.com or at JetEscapes Service Centre 1800 209 6101 (toll-free), +91 22 424 95 999, our ticketing offices or any IATA approved travel agent in India. Guests can seek more details by writing [email protected]. All rates are per person on twin sharing basis, subject to availability and as applicable at the time of booking.+

Source : Sakshi Gandhi