Maison Dupuy

Enjoy a stay at the historic Maison Dupuy Hotel, centrally located in New Orleans, a short walk from Bourbon Street and Canal Street. The hotel offers an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Make use of the concierge services, gift shops, and room service (limited hours). Business amenities include a business center and express check-out. The hotel also boasts conference space and meeting rooms, totaling 2, 616 square feet. Each of the 200 guestrooms features a flat-screen television, a pillowtop bed with down comforters and premium bedding, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. Nearby attractions include Louis Armstrong Park, the Historic New Orleans Collection, and the New Orleans Jazz Museum. Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is approximately 16 miles away.

New Orleans

In New Orleans you will find a flavour of the Old South with a distinct French accent, famed for its filigree wrought-iron work in the French Quarter and Mardi Gras celebrations which herald the beginning of Lent. Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday), is the last day of the Carnival season as it always falls the day before Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. Shop at the beautiful river walk and take a ride on the street car line dating back to 1835. Visit Jackson Square in the heart of the French Quarter where the gray spire of St Louis Cathedral towers high in the air. Bourbon Street is where the music never stops and looks much as it did during the 1700s and 1800s with buildings crowding a narrow sidewalk.

Norwegian Escape

This innovative 163,600 tonne ship is the first of the Breakaway Plus class of 4 ships and the flagship of the fleet. This ship is packed with lots of new venues and favourites inspired by the rest of the fleet. Not only are there lots of areas for families and kids - the adults get lots of space too. Families and kids can enjoy Aqua Racer - the tandem racing waterslide in the Aqua Park and a three storey adventure ropes course. This ship will be the first to feature Vibe Beach Club# which is exclusively for those 18 and over offering an oversized hot tub, reserved sun loungers and a relaxing water feature. While Spice H2O is another area at the back of the ship reserved exclusively as a sunbathing area for adults during the day and features a cooling waterfall splash grotto. At  night it comes alive as the open air night club of the ship hosts a ranging of parties such as the White Party, 70's party and 80's party.

Enjoy an  uninterrupted day of relaxation at sea making the most of the entertainment, facilities and dining options on board.

Cozumel

Cozumel is an island just 12 miles long and situated 20 minutes ferry ride from the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. Cozumel is really a staging post for cruise passengers to visit mainland Mexico with its Mayan ruins at Tulum. Cozumel town is lively with its many bars and myriad of shops. Explore the Xel Ha aquatic park with its subterranean rivers, natural pools and sacred Mayan Lagoon. We found the scuba diving here to be the best in Caribbean. The best beach is located in the Punta Sur Ecological Park.

Mahogany Bay (Roatan Islands)

The Roatan islands are situated in Honduras are where you will find Mahogany Bay – a silky sand beach with diamond-clear seas. Roatán, the largest of Honduras's Bay Islands, is a real beauty, built on a backbone of volcanic rock and ringed by the world's second largest coral reef. Honduras promises superb diving and fishing and swoon-worthy beaches.

Harvest Caye

Norwegian Cruise Line's very own private Island for a chance to sink your toes into powder white sands and spend the day on the beach. Enjoy a free beach BBQ and perhaps choose to participate in a range of energetic watersports.

Costa Maya

Costa Maya is a small tourist region in Mexico on the border with Belize, which until recently was British Honduras. The area is generally undeveloped but has a large pier with a new and modern tourist shopping mall to accommodate cruise ships. The centre has a central plaza with saltwater pools and 'swim-up' style bars. The nearest village to the cruise port is the fishing village of Mahahual approximately 3 kilometers away with soft sand beaches, grass thatched palapas, and a coral reef a short distance off-shore called Banco Chinchorro, as well as several bars, restaurants, and shops. Costa Maya is the closest port of access to many of the lesser known Mayan ruins in the Yucatan Peninsula.

Enjoy an  uninterrupted day of relaxation at sea making the most of the entertainment, facilities and dining options on board.

Hotel Napoleon, Ascend Hotel Collection Member

The non-smoking Hotel Napoleon, Ascend Hotel Collection hotel in Memphis, TN near Beale Street is located in the heart of downtown Memphis, right on the trolley line and within walking distance to restaurants, shops and entertainment. Our hotel has been constructed inside a historic 1902 building built by Napoleon Hill. Amenities include Free WiFi, a business center and fitness center. Each guest room is decorated with historic character and features modern conveniences like 50-inch HDTVs, recharge devices, and refrigerators. Earn rewards with every stay with our Choice Privileges Rewards program.

Memphis

Visit the birthplace of American Soul Music, tour Graceland, the home of Elvis Presley and see where the King of Rock 'n' Roll lived. You will also be able to see where the biggest names in Rock 'n' Soul got their careers started, at the famous Sun Studio. Visit the inspiring museums of America Soul Music at the Stax Museum of American Soul Music and Rock 'n' Soul museum. Entrance tickets to the following: Graceland the home of Elvis Presley, The Graceland Mansion Tour, Automobile Museum, Sincerely Elvis Museum & Elvis After Dark, Rock 'n' Soul Museum, Stax Museum of American Soul Music, and Sun Studio.

Amtrak - City of New Orleans Train - Memphis to Chicago

Overnight

Depart Memphis at 2240

Arrive Chicago at 0915

All sleeping car amenities include:

Climate control, Electric outlets (110v), Fold down table, Fresh towels and linens, bottled mineral water, morning tea, coffee and juice, assistance of a sleeping car attendant, private daytime seating converting to bunk beds at night and turndown service.

Meals are included at mealtimes for breakfast lunch and dinner. On some services they are in the restaurant, on other services they are in the form of packed chilled meals in your private accommodation – please call for details.

Roomettes are 3ft 6” x 6ft 8”. Beds are 6ft x 2ft 4”. Sleeper roomettes have use of shared toilet and shower facilities in each car. Main luggage should be checked into the baggage car with hand luggage taken into your roomette. Larger bedrooms at 6ft 6”x 7ft 6” are available with larger bunk beds which include en-suite shower and toilet facilities. Please call for details, availability and upgrade costs.

The train formations vary between services and are subject to change. The City or New Orleans service is a Super Liner train with two levels and usually include a sightseer lounge car, snack bar and restaurant.

Millennium Knickerbocker Chicago

Located just steps from Chicago's vibrant Rush Street, this luxurious hotel offers stylish accommodations with premium amenities, state-of-the-art event facilities, and exceptional dining experiences. A prime destination for shopping, dining, and business in downtown Chicago, the hotel is conveniently located near iconic attractions such as Water Tower Place, Michigan Avenue, the John Hancock Tower, and Navy Pier. World-class museums, including the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Art Institute of Chicago, are also within easy walking distance. The hotel boasts an impressive 5, 480 square meters of flexible function space, ideal for a variety of meetings and events. Its famed Crystal Ballroom, complete with a built-in illuminated dance floor and stunning crystal chandeliers, has hosted countless elegant wedding receptions. Please note, an additional fee of $20 per person applies for guests over 13 years old. Overnight stays are $76 (including tax) with unlimited in/out privileges. Shorter stay options are also available, ranging from $28 to $45 (including tax) for stays between 2 and 8 hours. Self-parking is available for $55 per night without in/out privileges.

Chicago

There is lots to see and do in Chicago, go to the beach, shops on the Magnificent Mile, stare at the reflections in the giant "Cloud Gate" stainless steel bean sculpture or stand on the glass "Ledge" 103 floors up in the Willis Tower(formerly Sears Tower), the tallest building in the US. You can enjoy a fine dining experience with a view in the Signature Room on 95th Floor of the John Hancock Building. Route 66 starts in Chicago at the Buckingham Fountain, and there is the amazing elevated CTA metro system which defines the central Loop area of Downtown Chicago.