Enjoy your time at Port with like-minded
"Spirit of Love Cruise" participants

On the 2015 "Spirit of Love" Cruise, we will dock at three ports in Mexico: Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, and Carbo San Lucas. There Divine Travels is offering specific exclusive shore excursions for our "Spirit of Love" Cruise group. By booking one of these shore excursions, you can enjoy touring with like-minded individuals who are taking the Seminar-at-Sea.

Physically Challenged Guests:

While we endeavor to make our shore excursion program available to all guests, inherent tour venue limitations and/or tour operator limitations, beyond our control, limit the ability of guests with special needs to participate in certain shore excursions. We strongly recommend such guests to advise us of disabilities when requesting tours and to further meet with the shore excursion staff onboard to discuss their disabilities as they relate to the unique characteristics of each excursion. We advise independent transportation for the comfort and convenience of guests with disabilities.

IMPORTANT: The very special Shore Excursions offered here for our group have extremely limited space, so reserve your spot now. Plus there is a deadline for booking your excursion. So don't miss out!

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PUERTO VALLARTA

February 17, 2015
Arrival in Port 10:00 am, Departing 6:00 pm

Puerto Vallarta was sleepy no more; its transformation into an international resort had begun. Then director John Huston chose the village as the location for his film "Night of the Iguana," starring Richard Burton. Today, the city has its own "Gringo Gulch," a haunt of the rich and famous. Travelers are also drawn by its climate, its excellent shopping - which offers great values on leather goods, jewelry, and handicrafts - and mile after mile of palm-lined beaches.

Puerto Vallarta is known for its quaint cobblestone streets, "old world" charm, and thriving nightlife. The walkway along the bay is lined with sculptures, many of which are said to bring good luck to those who touch them. Puerto Vallarta's beaches are known for great swimming and other water sports. But, it's the jungle beach experience that sets Puerto Vallarta apart from other Mexican Riviera resorts.

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Shore Excursion:

"LAS CALETAS HIDEAWAY
WITH SPECIAL OUTDOOR AMRIT YOGA CLASS"

Accompanied by Yogi Amrit Desai



6.5-Hour Tour
11 AM to 5:30 PM

FEES:

$199 (Adult), if paid after February 10

$109 (Child 12 and under), if paid after February 10

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Overview:

Enjoy your day at Las Caletas, a private beach getaway accessible only by boat. Here you can snorkel, kayak, or take a nature walk in the forest. Young adventurers can explore a specially-designed Kid's Adventure Park. A lunch buffet and open bar are included on this full-day excursion.

Accessible only by boat, this secluded cove on the southern shores of Banderas Bay is surrounded by lush jungle and features pristine beaches for an exclusive private paradise.

Description:

You'll begin your trip to paradise as you board a catamaran and cruise to secluded Las Caletas, once the hideaway of legendary director John Huston. Enjoy the scenic views of the coastline as you head south. A lush green jungle framing a beautiful sandy beach awaits.

Upon arrival, first get comfortable and then partake in a delicious island buffet. Drinks are on the house in an open bar. Then the choices are all yours: head to the water for kayaking or snorkeling (available all day); Next, have fun with some colorful locals at a Parrot and Monkey Encounter. Later, there's a clay-modeling class ($6 fee), a complimentary guided nature hike through the jungle.

For our youngest adventurers there a specially designed Kid's Adventure Park with face painting, a climbing net and more. (for ages from 4 to 11 years old)

Take a special Yoga Class led by our amazing Speaker, Yogi Amrit Desai.

After the activities are done, you'll have some time to relax before you re-board the catamaran for the return cruise back to Puerto Vallarta and your ship.

Special Notes:

Wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring your swimsuit, a towel, hat and adequate sun protection.

Minimum age to participate in snorkeling is eight (8) years old. Kid area is for children ages 4 to 11 years old and who are at least 40 inches tall. Once participants join their tour, they will be required to complete a liability waiver. Guests must be 21 years of age to consume alcohol. The beach area may offer certain sport activities for a nominal fee which are not endorsed by Princess Cruises. No wheelchairs or scooters allowed.

Child Price:
12 years and under only

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MAZATLAN

Wednesday, February 18
Arrival in Port 7:00 am, Departing 5:00 pm

Lying just below the Tropic of Cancer, Mazatlan boasts a superb year-round climate. Mazatlan, a name that means "Place of the Deer," sits on a peninsula at the feet of the rugged Sierra Madre, and the Cerro de Neveria - "Ice Box Hill" - divides the area's rocky Pacific beaches from the broad, white-sand beaches beloved by visitors. The climate, the beaches, and the world-class sportfishing have turned this commercial fishing port into one of the world's top resort destinations. Yet while visitors flock to the markets, bathe in the sun, or marvel at the airborne ballet of the famed Papantla dancers, Mazatlan remains one of Mexico's major Pacific ports - the city exports over 40 million pounds of shrimp every year.

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Shore Excursion:

"Voices of Ancient Testimonies"

LAS LABRADAS PETROGLYPH TOUR
UNESCO World Heritage Site

Accompanied by Colin Tipping



6.25-Hour Tour
8:45 AM to 4:00 PM

FEES:

$169 if paid after February 10

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Overview:

One of the nearly unknown, secret mystical sites near Mazatlan, the Las Labradas UNESCO World Heritage Archaelogical Site is a fantastically beautiful beach strewn with amazing black rocks, carved with spiritual symbols of an ancient people that inhabited this land long before the Spanish conquered it.

On this site is not just a couple of rocks. There are 640 petroglyphs along 1200 feet of shoreline.

Description:

We invite you to re-live thousands of years of mythological traditions and come to explore one of southern Sinaloa's most enchanting archeological treasures.

Visit the only archeological site near Mazatlan, situated on a stunning beach 45 minutes north of the city. Enjoy a gorgeous drive by bus, and have time for a relaxing lunch. Near the fishing village of Barras de Piaxtla, a fascinating, mythical group of petroglyphs can be found on the beach called "Las Labradas."

The petroglyphs were carved by pre-Columbian ancestors of indigenous Indians that Spanish Conquistadors encountered when they arrived in Sinaloa in 1531. These inspirational artistic expressions are a gateway to the spiritual life of these peoples.

The petroglyphs or rock carvings are the voices of ancient testimonies, of hundreds of years of mythological traditions made by the indigenous peoples of the American continent. They are beautiful abstract and symbolic expressions for the continent's original inhabitants.

The oldest petroglyphs on the site are estimated to be 4500 years old. The site was in use for over 3000 years, and finally abandoned in 1200 A.D., making it some of the oldest art in northwest Mexico.

These petroglyphs are believed to be the way ancient Toltecas communicated with their Gods. They were most likely made during rituals and ceremonies in which priests petitioned their Gods for benefits, such as rain, bountiful harvest, or successful hunt. It is believed these rocks were carved by priests and that they represent their dreams and visions, often enabled by the use of hallucinogenics.

These petroglyphs of Tolteca origin are the remains of the most ancient artistic expressions of Mexico's northwestern territory. Some archeologists state these may have been created 1000 to 4500 years ago.

The petroglyphs are associated with the supernatural. They were an important way to communicate with the Gods, and were carved within a specific context of rituals and ceremonies, in which people asked for rain, a good harvest, a good hunting season, etc.

Come and view thousands-year-old human works that are located in beautiful beach and mountain environs. Las Labradas, of Toltec origin, are the oldest artistic expressions in the north of the country. They were carved with sharp and solid rocks, and it is surprising to see that most of them are in good condition, in spite of being hammered by the sea.

The Toltecs, the ancient settlers of this part of the country, made long hunting trips and were always led by a religious leader, who was the protector of tradition, the artist that maintained the social equilibrium, and the one who carved on rocks what he saw in his dreams and visions, often times spurred by the use of hallucinogenic plants.

Itinerary:

8:30 AM Meeting time (You will receive the meeting place when you receive your ticket)
9:30 AM Departure from pier and Transfer to Las Labradas Beach
10:45 AM Arrive to Las Labradas & guided tour to most important petroglyphs (2 hrs)
1:30 PM Lunch at your own expense
3:00 PM Transfer back to Mazatlan
4:00 PM Return to ship

Special Notes:

Wear comfortable shoes for walking on the beach. Bring a hat and adequate sun protection.

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CABO SAN LUCAS

Thursday, February 19
Arrival in Port 7:00 am, Departing 2:00 pm

Millennia ago, Cabo San Lucas was part of the Mexican mainland. Then a massive rupture of the San Andreas Fault sent the waters of the Pacific crashing into the newly formed depression, creating the Sea of Cortez and the Baja Peninsula. Lying at the very tip of Baja, where the Pacific meets the Sea of Cortez, Cabo San Lucas - or "Cabo" - is one of the premier resort destinations in the Western Hemisphere. Swim in the transparent waters, marvel at the wealth of marine life, relax on one of the white-sand beaches or try your hand at some of the finest sportfishing in the world.

This resort town on the southernmost tip of Baja California provides a stunning juxtaposition of sea, desert and mountains. Cabo has grown like the federal budget in the past few decades, with new resorts along the beach called "the corridor," frequented by celebrities from Jessica Simpson to John Mayer.

Aside from enjoying the beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife, water sports, such as snorkeling, scuba diving and parasailing, are popular and plentiful activities. The marlin fishing is legendary, and championship golf courses are noteworthy, as well. Cabo's large dock has several shops and open-air stalls, where merchants sell everything from woven baskets to shell necklaces and coral jewelry. The town itself offers few exciting highlights, other than rocker Sammy Hagar's "Cabo Wabo Cantina," where the mostly American crowd goes wild nightly.

Cabo's signature landmark is El Arco ("The Arch"), a rock formation at the tip of "Land's End," where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez. A whale watching excursion is a "must do" when thousands of California gray whales and other species make their annual migration from colder climates.

Note: Your ship will anchor in Cabo San Lucas and use launches (called "tenders"), to transport all passengers ashore.

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Shore Excursion:

"WHALE WATCHING BY ZODIAC"

Accompanied by Evalena Rose



4-Hour Tour
8:30 AM to 12:30 PM

FEES:

$139 (Adult), if paid after February 10

$109 (Child 12 or under), if paid after February 10

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Overview:

During the "whale season" (December - April) nature is our guide as we whale watch in the Pacific Ocean or the Sea of Cortez, depending on where the best whale activity is that day.

Your high-speed zodiac boat will allow you to cover more water and get you to the best locations for sighting whales. Because your boat holds a maximum of 15 passengers, you'll escape the crowds and enjoy a more intimate, more exciting, and more rewarding whale-watching experience.

This winter's calving ground offers an excellent opportunity to view these magnificent mammals and to learn about their migration cycles and behavior. Let the whales entertain you with their playful behavior as they swim through these beautiful waters. You might see whales being born, or get some unbelievable video of males showing off and "playing the love game." Sit back and enjoy the surroundings as your high-speed boat takes you to the best whale sighting locations in Cabo San Lucas.

Full Description:

From the pier, board your Zodiac whale-watching vessel and set off in search of the gray, humpback, and blue whales that frequent the waters of Cabo San Lucas from December through March. An experienced onboard naturalist enhances the experience by providing commentary and answering questions. Cruise to Land's End, where the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez meet, see the spectacular natural landmark The Arch, and visit a sea lion colony where playful inhabitants can be observed.

Your boat will cruise the waters in search of whales. It is quite possible that you will see dolphins and other marine life frolicking in the waters as you cruise. Once whales are spotted, your captain will maneuver the boat so that you have the best possible view and can photograph the whales without disturbing them.

From mid- to late fall, gray whales make the longest migration of any mammal. They complete a 6,000-mile journey from their summer homes in the Bering Strait to the warmer winter waters of Baja California and the Sea of Cortez. The gray whale is not the only species you may see: keep an eye out for the blue and humpback varieties as well. Spouting is usually the first thing you will spot. It is the great plume of water and spray caused by the whale's exhaling of air. If you are truly lucky, you may see a whale breaching, which is when they leap almost completely out of the water.

While we cannot put a guarantee on Mother Nature, the chances of a whale sighting are excellent.

Special Notes:

Whale watching tours are seasonal and only available between mid-December and March. A light jacket is suggested. Wear sensible shoes, a light jacket, sun protection and bring a camera.

Minimum age is 2 to participate. Once participants join their tour, they will be required to complete a liability waiver.

Child Price:
12 years & under only

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