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i Queen Odyssey gives passengers the royal treatment Y, ecently I had the pleasure of meeting some of the manâ€" agement of the cruise lines owned by Kloster Cruises, in particâ€" ular, the ‘Royal Cruise Line‘ (RCL) Iravel with Cruise Holidays STARTS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11 AT THEATRES EVERYWHERE There are many changes underâ€" way at RCL. With the sale of the "Royal Viking Sun" to ‘Cunard‘ by their former sister company ‘Royal people. D0(E PICTURES Dsrivedby NU VSN.PCTRES i. © me PICTURES Presents presents Competition is fierce at this level and many excellent promoâ€" tions are available at certain times of the year. All cater to the customer looking for unique cruising experiences, the ultimate in personal service and are prepared to pay a minimum of $500 to $1,000 per day for those cruise experiences. The "Queen Odyssey" competes in the upscale luxury market with Seabourne (who has two ships exactly the same construction s the Queen), Silversea Cruises (with larger ships) and Renaissance Cruises (with slightly smaller ships). In 1995, she will cruise in the Caribbean for the winter months and then cross the Atlantic for eight months of Mediterranean, Black Sea, Greek Isles and Holy Land cruising before reâ€"crossing the Atlantic to complete the year with two Amazon cruises. Commencing Jan. 14th, 1995, the newly named "MS Queen Odyssey" will sail under the ‘Royal Cruise Line‘ flag. Viking Line‘ now completed, one exquisite 200 passenger luxury ship, the "RV Queen," was looking for a home. . SE ANC Aneme * OO Every cabin is a sumptuous suite that becomes your home for the duration of your cruise. At 254 square feet with a generous sittingâ€" area furnished with a couch and chairs, you can comfortably enterâ€" tain guests. Luxury abounds, dark rich woodwork, an expansive picture window, exquisite moldings, a large walkâ€"in closet, fine linens and marâ€" This year‘s Santa Claus parade will have very special grand marshalls. The well known Isherwood family of Oakville have been chosen to repâ€"â€" resent the family and conjure up images for parade watchers of what a ‘family Christmas‘ means to them. They will also represent the many wonâ€" derful and diverse families and traditions in Oakville. This is a great opportunity to cruise on one of the most luxurious ships in the world for about $3,500 Cdn. for a sevenâ€"day cruise in the Caribbean this winter. But book it now as space had been selling very quickly. The "Queen Odyssey" reminds you of an intimate, exclusive resort. Only 212 guests can be accommoâ€" dated on each sailing. Brian Isherwood, a civil engineer, and Diane Isherwood, a music teachâ€" er, have raised their four children with values of family, church and comâ€" munity. Daughter Katika, also a music instructor, is also known to Oakville for her humanitarian aid with the Children‘s Malnutrition Centre and Centre for the Dying in Haiti. These ships are regularly charâ€" tered by companies offering reward programs for high performers. The sold out dates in the brochures usuâ€" ally reflect one of those bookings. Daughter Sarah, a St. Mildred‘s Lightbourn graduate, teaches at Holy Name of Mary in Mississauga. Son Simon teaches at Notre Dame University and performs with the Vancouver Opera Chorus and son Tim, a University of Toronto student, is an accomplished pianist, cellist and organist with an interest in opera. In 1995, to reâ€"introduce the "Queen Odyssey," Royal Cruise Line is offering a ‘Second Passenger Travels Free‘ promotion for all 1995 cruises! window, exquisite moldings, a large Submitted by Bob Kerby, Cruise walkâ€"in closet, fine linens and marâ€" _ Holidays, 338â€"2077. Isherwood family lead Santa Claus Parade QEP fashion show Nov. 1 5th cBhuise; HOLIDAYS: Join us on... m‘ige? .,{% 6 A $ 5 a fa Fa smy The Santa Claus parade is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 26th at 9 a.m. â€"As you can guess, not all of usâ€" can afford this cruise, but if the opportunity come along, or if you have that very special occasion to celebrate, this ship would be a great choice! During most days you will be in port and the ship‘s smaller size allows you to visit many more inacâ€" cessible and unique portsâ€"ofâ€"call. Four bars and lounges with excellent nightly entertainment, a casino, the Royal Spa, shopping boutiques, a library, the pool and whirlpools round out the ships‘ facilities. Dining, as you might expect, is one of the highlights of this ship. Open seating, dine with whom and when you want is the rule. Experience fine china, gleaming crystal, and impeccable service in the gourmet ‘Queen‘s Restaurant‘ and for casual dining eat onâ€"deck at the ‘Cannes Cafe‘. Built in 1992, at 10,000 tons, you should not expect all the amenities of her much larger sisâ€" ters, but she has some excellent facilities to pamper you. In addition, where practical (location and weather being the considered factors), the ship will lower its‘ unique water sports deck aft of the ship and bring out all the ‘toys‘. ble baths. We‘ve all got to try this at least once! The students of Queen Elizabeth Park School will preâ€" sent a fundâ€"raising fashion show entitled, In Living Color, Nov. 15th at 7 p.m. at the school, 2301 Yolanda Dr. All proceeds from the show, which will feature casual and formal wear with fashions proâ€" vided by community retail outâ€" lets, will go towards Halton Women‘s Shelter. Tickets are $5 in advance or $6 at the door and can be purâ€" chased by contacting QEP at 827â€"4101.