Sail the World (Ocean) - 19 April 2014
| Embark | Disembark |
| Place: Buenos Aires (Argentina) | Place: Recife (Brazil) |
| Date: Sat 19 Apr 2014 | Date: Thu 12 Jun 2014 |
| Time: Between 13:00-14:00 Local Time | Time: 10:00 Local Time |
| Berth: To be confirmed | Berth: To be confirmed |
No of days: 55
No of miles: 5,500
HighlightsAfter experiencing the spirit of Buenos Aires, the trade winds will sweep you out to visit some of the remotest communities in the world. First Tristan da Cunha and then on to St Helena – one of the most isolated islands in the world. For centuries St Helena has been an important stopover for ships sailing to Europe from Asia and South Africa. The British also used the island as a place of exile, most notably for Napoleon Bonaparte, where he died in 1821. From there you will head to Ascension, equally remote but renowned for being a safe haven during the days of international travel by flying boats in the early 20th century. Your final destination will be Recife, named after all the coral reefs that are present by the city’s shores. Although it is a major Atlantic port, Recife is also known as the ‘Brazilian Venice’ because of its many rivers, small islands and over 50 bridges found within the city.
Buenos Aires (Argentina)
Airport: Jorge Newbery Airport
The Welcome to Buenos Aires website (
http://www.easybuenosairescity.com/english.htm) provides useful information on travel to/from and around Buenos Aires and accommodation options should you require it. It also provides useful information about Buenos Aires and visitor attractions.
Recife (Brazil)
Airport: Guararapes International Airport
The Recife website (
http://www.recife.com/) provides useful information on travel to/from Recife and accommodation options should you require it. It also provides useful information about Recife and visitor attractions.
Details:
Voyage Ref: STW8
Ship: Lord Nelson
Departs From: buenos aires (argentina)
Final Destination: recife (brazil)
Cost Per Person: £3850
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