Adventuresmith Explorations Offers Huge Fall Cruise Sale

Sept. 8, 2009 - PRLog -- Fall is one of the best times of the year for cruising - wildlife is still active, crowds are light and discounts abound - and with AdventureSmith Explorations, this season you can save up to 50% on select small ship expedition cruises. This huge fall sale includes cruises in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, Costa Rica and Panama, Mexico's Baja Peninsula and Sea of Cortez, and the Pacific Northwest's stunning Columbia River - all aboard small ships and yachts for up-close exploration.

ECUADOR & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

In the fall of 1885, the Galapagos Islands' most famous visitor, Charles Darwin, arrived on the H.M.S. Beagle and began collecting and observing the archipelago's unique animal and plant life. In fact, fall is an ideal time to visit the Galapagos, with temperatures in the mid 60s to 70s. Cold, nutrient-rich currents make marine life very active this time of year, including whales and dolphins, sea lions, fur seals and giant tortoises (who begin laying their eggs this time of year).

50% Off Aboard Galapagos Corals: Book any double cabin aboard the yachts Galapagos Coral I and II on select dates from September through December and the second traveler receives 50% off their cruise. Galapagos cruise packages aboard the 20-passenger Coral I and 36-passenger Coral II start at only $2,349.

Save $1,000 per person on Galapagos Eclipse: Save $1,000 per person on select fall Galapagos cruises aboard the Galapagos Eclipse, October through December 2009. The 48-passenger boutique mega yacht Eclipse offers the ultimate combination of luxury and exploration in the Galapagos Islands.

Cruise Galapagos - Save 20% and Visit Peru, Chile or Argentina for Free: Save 20% aboard select 3- and 4-night cruise departures aboard the boutique yacht La Pinta. La Pinta is one of the newest and nicest small ships in the Galapagos, carrying just 48 passengers. Free trip extensions to Peru, Argentina or Chile are available before or after the October 30 - November 5, 2009 or the November 27 - December 4, 2009 cruises.

MEXICO'S BAJA & SEA OF CORTEZ

After hurricane season and before the winter crowds, there is a short window of time that is ideal for small ship cruising in Baja's Sea of Cortez. Air and water temperatures cool from summer extremes, wildlife is active and the seas are calm. Migrating whales have not arrived on the Pacific side so cruises focus on the resident pods of blue whales, find whales, sperm whales, pilot whales and huge groups of dolphins in the Sea of Cortez.

Save $1,000 per person on Journeys in the Sea of Cortez: Get a $750 per person air credit and receive a discount of $250 per person for a total savings of up to $1,000 per person aboard select "Journeys in the Sea of Cortez" small ship cruises aboard the National Geographic Sea Bird in December 2009.

15% Savings on Baja Yacht Cruises: Visit Baja's Sea of Cortez on the "Aquarium of the World" cruise between November 2009 and March 2010 and save 10-15% off our regular rates. The elegant 12-passenger Safari Spirit is the most active way to explore Baja with daily off-vessel excursions including hiking, kayaking and snorkeling.

COSTA RICA & PANAMA

The months of November and December mark a transition between the hot wet summer and the warm dry winter in Panama and Costa Rica. Afternoon summer rains that characterize much of the Pacific Coast are noticeably absent just off shore, making small ship cruises an ideal way to travel in this region. Snorkeling is excellent and popular parks such as Manuel Antonio and Coiba National Park are not crowded.

Save up to $750 per person on Panama & Costa Rica: Get a $500 per person air credit and receive a discount of $250 per person for a total savings of up to $750 per person aboard select Panama Canal and the Wonders of Costa Rica small ship cruises aboard the National Geographic Sea Lion in December 2009.

Save 10% on Between Two Seas Cruise: Save 10% on remaining 2009 "Between Two Seas" cruises aboard the 100-passenger Pacific Explorer, transiting the Panama Canal and exploring Costa Rica's Corcovado National Park, Isla de Coiba, the Golfo Dulce and the famous Manuel Antonio.

COLUMBIA RIVER

Autumn is the most beautiful time of year on the Columbia River with mild temperatures and dazzling fall colors. As one of the most prodigious wine growing regions outside of Napa Valley, and home to the legendary American expedition of Lewis & Clark, the Columbia River is a region saturated with stunning beauty and rich history; a region seemingly tailor made for an autumn sojourn.

Save $1,000 per person on a Columbia River Cruise: Save $1,000 per person on select dates in September and October 2009 aboard the National Geographic Sea Bird's Columbia River itinerary "In the Wake Of Lewis and Clark."

Save 15% on Autumn Sojourn in the Pacific Northwest: Save up to 15% per person aboard select "Autumn Sojourn in the Pacific Northwest" small ship cruises aboard the National Geographic Sea Lion in October 2009.

For reservations or more information about any of the above small ship cruise itineraries, visit www.AdventureSmithExplorations.com or call 1-800-728-2875.

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AdventureSmith Explorations is an award winning, adventure travel company specializing in small ship cruise expeditions and wilderness tours, featuring destinations not found on more conventional itineraries such as Alaska, Baja California, Costa Rica, Panama, Ecuador and the Galapagos, the Arctic, Antarctica, Asia, New Zealand and Australia.

Company founder Todd Smith helped pioneer expedition cruising, combining the luxuries of a small cruise ship with the adventure of sea kayaking and exploring ashore in remote wilderness areas. AdventureSmith Explorations has become the leader in small ship expedition cruises, offering a selection of unmatched itineraries at unbeatable prices.

In addition to offering exceptional travel experiences for individuals, couples and families, it is our mission to give back to the communities and environments encountered on every trip through its Carbon Free Cruising Campaign and a network of grassroots and global nonprofit partners worldwide.