We hope you’re excited for your upcoming Brand g Vacation.
On July 15th, you should have received your Travel Documents, attached as a PDF to an email. The Travel Documents confirm all the arrangements we’ve made for you, including the arrival and departure details we have on file. If you did not receive that email, please let us know. Or, if you did receive the email and have had changes which have not yet been reported, please let us know that as well.
We look forward to seeing you soon in Venice.
All documentation required for this itinerary is the sole responsibility of the guest. Brand g Vacations will not be responsible for advising and/or obtaining required travel documentation for any passenger, or for any delays, damages, and/or losses, including missed portions of your trip related to improper or absent travel documentation. It is suggested that copies of important documents, including your passport and visas, be kept in a separate place in case the originals are lost or stolen.
Passport: A passport that is valid for at least six (6) months after your return date is required for this program.
Visas: U.S. and Canadian citizens do not need visas for countries visited. Other nationalities should consult the local embassies or consulates for visa requirements.
Travel Protection: Travel insurance is advised to participate in this program. If you have not purchased a policy already, you may do so by contacting your travel agent or Brand g Vacations. You may also get a quote and purchase a policy online from Brand g’s recommended travel insurance provider, Travel Insured International. Please be sure to carry all policy information with you during your program.
Vaccinations: At the time of this printing, no vaccinations are required for entering the countries visited, but it is recommended that all guests discuss available vaccinations and any other health concerns they may have with their personal physician or a travel medicine specialist.
The consulates of the countries to be visited will also provide information on vaccination requirements and/or suggestions. You may also consult your home country’s centers for disease control for their current recommendations. The CDC website in the US is https://www.cdc.gov/ .
Physical Limitations: This cruise program is active. While there will be plenty of time to relax, there is much to see and do. Many included excursions require an extensive amount of walking over cobblestone streets, and many sites have numerous steps that may be steeper and narrower than is common in the U.S. For your safety and enjoyment, we recommend that all guests be in good physical condition. Brand g Vacations at its sole discretion, reserves the right to refuse passage, or to require a current passenger to end their trip, if the passenger’s state of health or physical condition may affect their own health, safety, or enjoyment or that of other passengers.
Medical: While the ship staff are trained in basic first aid, the ship does not employ staff nurses or doctors and medical facilities are not always easily accessible during the more rural portions of the trip. Any medical expenses incurred are the guest’s own responsibility and neither Brand g Vacations nor the ship is responsible for cost or quality of medical care received. Guests should bring their medications with them. A travel insurance policy that covers medical expenses while traveling internationally is highly recommended.
Dietary Preferences: Please advise us of any special dietary restrictions at least 45 days (June 30th) prior to your departure. This information will be provided to the proper personnel, and to the extent possible within local conditions and limitations, every effort will be made to accommodate your needs. It is the guest’s responsibility to provide us with as much detail as possible concerning any medically related dietary concerns. Not all dietary requests can be accommodated, and we appreciate your understanding in this matter.
While there are no restrictions on the number of bags each guest may bring on board the ship, storage space is limited, and it is suggested that each guest bring only one checked bag. Additionally, all airlines impose restrictions on both size and weight, and many airlines restrict the number of bags per person. Each guest must check with their selected air carrier for limitations prior to departure, as luggage restrictions are subject to change. Guests who exceed an airline’s luggage restrictions may be asked by the airline to pay the airline’s overweight/oversized luggage fees.
An airline’s limitations on the weight and size of checked and carry-on baggage are usually found on their website or may be obtained by calling the airline directly. Please remember that international (over the water) and domestic (intra continental) restrictions may not be the same.
Your luggage and all personal belongings are solely your responsibility throughout the trip. Neither Brand g Vacations or the cruise line are responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged luggage or personal belongings. Selecting a travel insurance plan that will cover lost or stolen luggage and/or personal items is highly recommended.
Please place luggage tags on the outside of all of your bags, including carry on and hand luggage, and include a copy of your contact information during the trip on the inside of your checked bags. Valuables and medication should only be packed in your carry-on bags (unless required to be placed in checked bags by your airline).
Please be sure to contact your airline prior to departure and verify there have been no changes to the flight number or schedule. If you have an airport transfer confirmed with Brand g Vacations, please advise of any schedule change affecting your airport pick up time.
Familiarize yourself with current airport security procedures and arrive at the airport at least two and a half (2.5) hours prior to your scheduled departure. During peak travel times, you may want to arrive three (3) hours prior to your scheduled departure time.
Most items you purchase internationally can be brought back into the US and Canada. We do recommend, however, that you check with both your home country’s customs office for current restrictions, as well as with the embassies of the countries you are visiting for any restrictions on items that may be unlawful to take outside their borders.
When you return to your home country, you should be prepared to declare everything you purchased or acquired while traveling. Many countries will ask you to complete a customs form, which will require descriptions and values of the items. These forms are easier to complete if you keep your sales receipts easily accessible. Most countries have set customs duty exemptions for both quantity and value of certain items. We suggest that you familiarize yourself with these allowances and limits prior to your travel.
Please be advised that most hotels do not allow check-in earlier than 3:00pm. If you arrive at the hotel before 3:00pm, you may need to wait until the room becomes available. Hotel check-out is usually no later than 11:00am. If your arrival or departure schedule does not coincide with these times, you may ask the hotel to store your luggage while you explore independently. Please note that every effort is made to ensure that your hotel room is available and ready for occupancy upon your arrival at the hotel, but this is not always possible. A short wait for your room to become available may be unavoidable. Depending on your scheduled arrival or departure, you may wish to purchase an early check-in or late check-out, or an additional hotel night, to guarantee availability of your room. Feel free to contact your travel agent or Brand g Vacations to review your arrival and departure and discuss any special check-in and/or check-out needs.
Guests who provided their independently arranged flight details to Brand g Vacations no later than 45 days prior (June 30th) to departure, will automatically have airport arrival and departure transfers arranged. Flight arrangements must also be made in accordance with Brand g vacations flight recommendations. Guests are responsible for checking with the airlines and providing their most up-to-date flight details. Please contact your travel agent or Brand g Vacations if you have any questions about your flight arrangements.
Arrival Transfers are provided from the Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to your hotel, or to the ship if you are arriving on embarkation day.
**Update** Venice Airport VCE has established new rules and mandatory meeting points for travelers as of July 18, 2024.
After collecting your baggage, you should follow the signs directing you to Zone B, meeting point 2. You will be met and greeted by our representative holding a sign with the Brand g logo. They will assist you with your transfer.
There is an ❌ on the map below indicating the meeting point.
Embarkation Transfers will be provided to guests booked on our Venice Pre-Cruise Package. If you booked your pre-cruise hotel independently, you will need to arrange your own transfer to the ship for embarkation.
Atlas World Traveller Docking Address for Embarkation:
S. Basilio, 2930135 Venezia VE, Italy
The ship will be docked at the port of San Basilio at docking position 29 (San Basilio 29). The port of San Basilio in Venice is a small passenger terminal and is separated from the terminal where large cruisers berth in this city.
Departure Transfers:
At the end of the cruise, the ship will be docked at the Pinto Wharf in Malta. You will receive one of the following transfers, depending on your particular arrangements:
*Please note, only guests who purchased the Brand g Malta Post-Cruise Package will receive the tours and services associated with that optional add-on. We apologize in advance, but we are not able to add anyone else to the tours or any of the other services of that add-on.
If you experience a travel delay while still in your home country, after working with your air carrier to revise your flight schedule, please contact Brand g’s Office at 952-405-9309 to advise us of your revised arrival date and time. If the line is busy or you are calling outside of general business hours, please leave a message.
If you have already departed your home country, please contact your local staff and Brand g host at the numbers provided in the Emergency Contact section of this page.
If you purchased travel insurance that covers flight delay and cancellation expenses, you will also want to contact your travel insurance company to start a claim for expenses incurred during your delay. If the delay is serious enough that you will miss the starting point of your cruise, any additional hotel, and/or flight arrangements necessary to meet your group will be at your expense.
Baggage delays unfortunately occur from time to time, especially during peak travel periods. If you discover any bag did not make it to your destination, do not leave the airport baggage area without completing a Lost Baggage Report with your air carrier. This report is essential to the tracking of your claim. If you have an airport transfer scheduled, and are traveling with a companion, we recommend that one person exit the baggage claim area and locate the representative to inform him or her of the situation. This will allow the representative to ensure that the transfer is properly provided. Give the air carrier a copy of your travel itinerary, along with the hotel and ship contact information. Report your lost baggage to your Brand g Vacations Tour Leader and provide them with a copy of your Lost Baggage Report. Brand g Vacations is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged baggage and/or personal belongings. Selecting a travel insurance plan that will cover lost or stolen luggage and/or personal items is highly recommended.
A Brand g Vacations Tour Leader will be with you during your travel program to handle all the details, leaving you to relax and enjoy your vacation.
The ability to stay in touch with friends and family is an important part of travel, and many guests choose to bring cell phones on the trip. International roaming charges can be expensive, and it is advisable to contact your domestic carrier to determine the charges and plans available for each country you are visiting, then select the best available plan for your expected usage. In some countries, SIM cards are available for purchase that can be used in an unlocked phone (call your carrier to determine if your phone is, or can be, unlocked), providing a local number that can be used both locally and internationally, usually at a significantly lower rate.
Making international calls from hotels is possible, but costly. Connection fees are usually applied, in addition to other call charges.
The Brand g Vacations included hotels offer free internet and Wi-Fi access. The ship offers an initial free Wi-Fi voucher and has upgrade packages available to purchase.
The official currency used in Italy, Croatia and Malta is the Euro. The currency used onboard the World Traveller is the US Dollar. The ship operates on a ‘cashless’ system and all charges are billed directly to each guest’s onboard account. While onboard, guests will sign for all purchases and pay their charges at the end of the cruise in Cash (US Dollar only) or with a credit card; cards accepted are American Express, MasterCard, and Visa. Credit cards will be charged in US Dollars. Debit cards cannot be accepted for settling the onboard account.
ATMs: connected to bank networks such as PLUS or Cirrus are widely available in most major metropolitan areas, airports, city centers, and some hotels. Fees for transactions vary. ATMs are not available onboard the ship and may be limited in the smaller towns and villages. Your bank can tell you which network your ATM card can access, and whether a debit or credit card must be used. It is also recommended that guests bring an overseas contact number for your bank or credit card company in case you require assistance while traveling.
We recommend that you change or withdraw enough local currency while in larger cities, as ATMs and banks may not be readily available in some of the smaller towns along the itinerary. Also, we recommend that you not carry bills in large denominations, as many merchants are hesitant to accept them due to counterfeiting. Local banks can break the larger bills into smaller denominations for you.
Credit Cards: Visa and Mastercard are the most widely accepted credit cards internationally. American Express is accepted at most major hotels and large vendors. Smaller vendors and particularly restaurants may not accept American Express for payment. Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, and American Express cards are all accepted onboard.
There may be some stores or locations where cash is preferred (especially for small purchases) or where a card cannot be used for purchases. We recommend bringing at least one major credit card as well as an ATM card that is both a debit and credit card.
Please contact your bank and/or credit card companies to let them know that you will be leaving the country to avoid any problems using your credit or debit cards overseas.
Optional Gratuities for the included components of this program have been pre-paid. You are welcome to provide additional tips at your discretion.
On the ship, smoking is allowed only in designated areas on open decks. We ask everyone to refrain from smoking while on excursions.
All rooms on the ship include both 110/220v outlet, as well as a USB port.
The voltage in hotels is 220v, European Standard. To use any electrical products from the US or Canada you will need a plug adaptor and any device that is not dual voltage will require an electrical converter. Many electronic devices have built-in electrical converters, however, please check the manufacturer’s specifications for specific details.
Your tour program includes comprehensive shore excursions led by a local English-speaking guide; these excursions have been designed to provide you with the best possible experience. Excursions vary in difficulty level. Specific excursion information can be found in the daily itinerary. Your Brand g Vacations Tour Leader will provide details on each day’s excursion(s) and timing. Should guests be concerned about any aspect of an excursion, please inform your local guide or Tour Leader.
Some temples, Churches, Mosques, and other tourist attractions may require a dress code. If you plan to bring a cell phone or tablet on excursions, please ensure it is set to “silent.” Guides will alert you when photos and/or flash photos are not allowed.
Most host hotels are fitted with elevators for guest use however some rooms may have to be reached via stairs. The ship has elevators however, embarkation/disembarkation facilities may also be difficult to navigate with wheelchairs or walkers. The cruise line does not accept guide or support dogs. Electric mobility scooters or any other mobility mechanical devices are NOT permitted for use on the ship.
Some of the places we visit on this itinerary are not handicapped accessible. Please note: the American with Disabilities Act does not apply in Europe and accessibility to some sights may be limited for those with mobility impairments. Excursions may involve walking over uneven ground and some excursions are walking tours only. For your safety and enjoyment, we recommend that all guests be in good physical condition.
At its sole discretion, Brand g Vacations reserves the right to refuse passage, or to require a passenger to end their trip if the passenger’s state of health or physical condition may affect their own health, safety, and enjoyment, or that of other passengers.
In the countries in which we operate, pickpockets are not uncommon, and caution is encouraged. When sailing, please lock cabin doors, reducing the opportunity for theft. Cabins are fitted with safes for personal use. Brand g Vacations cannot be held liable for loss of money, jewelry, or other valuable items from the ship, from a hotel, or while on an excursion ashore during a voyage. A travel insurance policy will typically cover most incidents of loss or theft.
Drinking water is provided in your stateroom for your comfort.
Weather forecasts are widely available on the Internet, and some of the favorites for large, international cities are www.weather.com and www.cnn.com/weather.
Average temperatures
Venice, Italy: 62/84 degrees F
Dubrovnik, Croatia: 64/82 degrees F
Malta: 72/90 degrees F
Travel Essentials: The following items are essential for any destination: sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, hat, rain coat and umbrella. It is recommended that you bring; Electrical convertor and adaptors, duplicates of prescription eyewear, copies of prescriptions for any medications (generic equivalents are usually easier to obtain), copies of credit card information, and copies of your passport information pages and visas.
Clothing: Sport jackets and cocktail dresses are not needed at any time during this program; however, you may wish to pack a few nicer outfits for evening meals or nights out on your own. Comfortable, sporty, casual clothing is appropriate both on shore and on board. A mix of shirts, everyday slacks/pants, skirts/dresses, and walking shorts are appropriate for both land and cruise. Early mornings, late evenings, and air-conditioned spaces may also require a light sweater.
Footwear: Sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, with good ankle support, are highly recommended, as there is a significant amount of walking on many excursions.
Don’t forget to pack your party themes.
Hometown Sail Away – Wear a t-Shirt that shows where you’re from, get the conversations started.
Big Red Night – DON’T GO TO BED, DRESS IN RED. Join us for an evening of big red cocktails, charity bingo and dinner with Maissie Dubois and Lesley O’Shea, starring the fabulous Brand g Signature Entertainer MEGHAN MURPHY.
Venetian Masquerade T-Dance – Join your fellow travelers for a fun-filled Venetian romp around the pool. Prize for best costume.
Gay of Thrones Pool Games – #lifechanging games to be played with blood curdling cocktail’s and worthless prizes to be won.
World Traveller, a yacht-style ship designed for a highly personalized and all-inclusive experience. Designed with a 1940s aesthetic inspired by the new millennium, she’s a modern classic. Complete with comfortable accommodations, globally inspired gourmet cuisine and unlimited premium beverages, and an onboard life that cultivates connection with yourself and fellow travelers, she is made for you to explore your world in relaxed luxury.
Launched in late 2022, the World Traveller is equipped with the latest hybrid power management and propulsion system, maximizing fuel efficiency and consuming as low as one-fifth the fuel compared to conventional cruise-ship systems.
Amid the vintage style of décor this bar offers a relaxed space for Brand g Signature Entertainers performance or a pre dinner cocktail.
Relive the day’s adventures with like-spirited explorers as you stargaze with 270-degree and overhead views with drinks in hand. Sip on a craft beverage as you admire the views of your bucket-list destination. See you Brand g Signature Entertainers and dance the night away.
Offering different dining choices onboard, experience world-class, globally inspired gourmet cuisine with our always-included onboard dining that offers extraordinary culinary adventures.
Breakfast Buffet and table service: 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Lunch Buffet and table service: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Dinner Table Service: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM (last entry 9:00 PM)
This main dining venue, Lisboa, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily with an array of delectable fare, including their special ALMA menu featuring homestyle Portuguese dishes just like grandma makes. Features indoor and outdoor seating.
Stop by the cozy café for a grab ‘n’ go snack or breakfast, including muffins, doughnuts, boost drinks, specialty teas and La Cimbali, fresh- pressed coffees. Or for a midday snack, choose from sandwiches, wraps and salads.
Remember to look up or take in the 270-degree window views after your day of exploring while enjoying a wide selection of teas and a delectable spread of finger sandwiches, cookies and more.
Enjoy breakfast in bed or tapas from the “always available” menu with room service delivered to your balcony or solo accommodations. As part of our suite extras, when you book a suite enjoy full room service dining and beverage service.
Some of the most remarkable journeys are the ones taken inward. Throughout your voyage, take the time to relax and stretch as well as challenge yourself and keep up with a workout routine.
Outfitted with state-of-the-art exercise equipment, our Fitness Studio gives you the tools you need to keep your body at peak strength.
Pamper yourself with an optional, signature treatment from SeaSpa by L’OCCITANE. Sink into total relaxation with a massage or simply sit and breathe within the heat of the sauna.
Take a lap or two at the jogging track on the top deck, complete with breathtaking horizons and exercise stations located throughout.
Feel free to take it slow with a dip in the pool or at one of our two hot tubs. Catch the rays of the sun with an easy morning or afternoon on the sun deck. Find serenity during a yoga session with a view of the horizon. The choice is yours.
As part of a commitment to a clean, safe, and healthy onboard environment, and in line with COVID-19 regulations. To assist in this important matter, the ship kindly asks all guests to wash their hands frequently and to consistently use the hand-sanitizer machines when entering the ship and when entering the restaurant. The machines are located just inside the main entrance to the ship and at the entrance to the restaurant.
Laundry service is available on board. In each stateroom you will find a sheet of services you can use while on board. There is no self-service laundry facility.
Moving About the Ship: As the ship is often in motion, and the decks are sometimes slippery, please take care when moving about the decks. Stairs may be steeper than you are used to, and it is best to always use the handrails.
Visitors are generally not permitted onboard the ship and are not allowed to join any shore excursions. Please make arrangements to meet your friends and relatives onshore.
The following schedule is a summary of the main activities and is for reference only. The actual schedule will be provided in your cabin each evening of the cruise, for the following day’s activities. Please refer to that for the official times, including breakfast timings.
We have a busy schedule, filled with lots of wonderful port calls and excursions. While all excursions are included for everyone, that doesn’t mean you have to take part in all of them. Pick and choose which you’d like to participate in based on the Cruise Manager’s port talks and tour descriptions. It is your vacation, and you are free to participate or not as you please.
Wednesday, 14 August 2024 – Venice
Thursday, 15 August 2024 – Rovinj
Friday, 16 August 2024 – Sibenik
Saturday, 17 August 2024 – Dubrovnik
Sunday, 18 August 2024 – Monopoli
Monday, 19 August 2024 – Sarande
Tuesday, 20 August 2024 – Gallipoli
Wednesday, 21 August 2024 – At Sea
Thursday, 22 August 2024 – Siracusa
Friday, 23 August 2024 – Valletta
The following summary itinerary is intended only for guests who booked our Malta post-cruise package. A more detailed itinerary will be provided during the cruise.
Friday, 23 August 2024 – Malta
Saturday, 24 August 2024 – Malta
Sunday, 25 August 2024 – Malta
On a Brand g Vacations Atlas Class Ocean cruise, every night is opening night. Our cruises always feature Brand g Signature Entertainers to provide quality entertainment throughout the cruise well as wonderful crew of hosts to keep you entertained at all times. We are delighted to have the following cast and crew on your upcoming cruise;
Tony Award-Winner Levi Kreis originated the role of Jerry Lee Lewis in Broadway’s Million Dollar Quartet. The role won Levi the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor, an Outer Critics Circle Award and a Drama League Nomination. Other highlights include Hermes in Hadestown First National Tour, the Tony nominated revival of Violet and Roger in the Broadway National Tour of Rent. Films include Frailty, The Divide and A Very Sordid Wedding. Levi is host of the Imagine Paradise Podcast and an Americana singer/songwriter featured in various television shows.
We are so proud to have Levi join us for his first Brand g Vacations cruise and share his Broadway magic. As a proud supporter of the LGBTQI community, Levi is delighted to introduce his husband, Jason to all the Brand g family. Visit HERE for more information . FB/IG: @levikreis
Brand g are proud to claim Meghan as one of our regular Signature Entertainers. California born “Meghan Murphy truly stops the show. Period”. In musical theater theatre she had played lead roles in Spamalot, Rent, Smokey Joes Café, Cabaret and Mama Mia to name a few. As The Big Red her cabaret performances wow audiences in Chicago, and she is “Everybody’s gal” in LA, New York, London, Puerta Vallarta and on many cruise ships round the world. She has just batted the ball out of the park as the Reno Sweeney in ‘Anything Goes’.
We are so proud to have Meghan at the heart of Brand g Vacations entertainment and assure you she will have you laughing, crying and begging for more. Check her out HERE
Trevor Ashley, an Australian icon known for his award winning larger than life drag performances as divas Shirley Bassey and Liza Minnelli which he has performed in Sydney, London, New York and beyond. He was recently see as season two runner up in RuPaul’s, Queen of the Universe.
His many theatre credits include creating the role of Miss Understanding in the original cast of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical. and is featured on the original cast recording, singing “What’s Love Got To Do With It?”. Trevor played Edna Turnblad in Hairspray, Franz Leibkind in The Producers and was nominated for playing Thenadier in the Australian tour of Les Misérables, and King Herod in the Australian revival of Jesus Christ Superstar, In 2015, Ashley directed the Australian premiere of Heathers: The Musical, to wide acclaim. We are delighted for Trevor performing on his Brand g debut and you can find out all about him HERE.
It is wonderful to have Ben back on board a Brand g cruise especially as he has just finished touring as Musical Director of the musical Titanic. So, we are delighted to keep the water theme going – though hope for a happier ending on this sailing. As well as accompanying other artists, Ben will be entertaining us with his fabulous voice and witty banter. Ben is also a sought after singing teacher so now is your chance to shine. You can find out more about Ben HERE
Founder and Co-Owner Brian, set up Brand g Vacations in 2011 with the vision of offering quality river cruises. With Jeff, he has built the company into a renowned company. As CFO, he has his fingers on the purse but is happy to splash the cash on the guests. In the office, Brian is the ying to Jeffs yang, but on the high seas he is the ding to Johnathon’s dong…
Brian has worked in France, Italy and Switzerland, and has operated travel programs in over 70 countries. He is very excited to be your host on this trip.
More than able seamen Les trained as a host from 2021 though started helping out as early as 2018 and is fast becoming the most stable host afloat. As a former actor, Les is known for his roles in Mean Girls (2004), Cypher (2002) and Interstate 60: Episodes of the Road (2002). Les moved into a non-theatrical career but is now officially retired. Never one to hang up his heels, in the Summer months, he helps run entertainment and events at a hugely popular LGBTQI+ trailer park in home country Canada. In the winter he can be found in his home city of Toronto.
Les will light up your day with joy and do everything possible to ensure your trip is seamless and fun. If your lucky you may even get to meet his alter ego, Lesley O’Shey, who broke men’s hearts in her youth, now she is just broken, and calling Bingo for a living. Les is very excited to be hosting alongside the rest of the team.
Jeremy is your enthusiastic tour leader and full-time Reservationist at Brand g. Despite his youthful appearance, Jeremy brings a wealth of experience and humour to your travel experience, with a background in competitive soccer, psychology, and LGBT+ travel.
Having spent a decade in the ski and snowboard industry, Jeremy is no stranger to adventure, having explored destinations like Machu Picchu and the Danube. With a passion for travel and a knack for dad jokes, Jeremy is ready to make your trip unforgettable with the Brand g family.
When Randy is not leading a Brand g trip, he is working as a residential realtor in Denver. Randy worked for 20 years as a singer and actor, performing at some of the country’s best regional theatres and touring with musical theatre productions. He continues to do a solo country western show complete with guitar playing, singing and lariat rope tricks. Watch out….he may bring his bullwhips along on trips to keep you in line!
With his extensive experience as a member of Brand g’s original team and as the Director of Operations, Johnathon is well-equipped to ensure that your trip is an unforgettable experience. He possesses excellent organizing, cruising, and hosting skills. Keep an eye out for his twin sister Maissie Dubois, who occasionally joins in to elevate the party atmosphere.
Johnathon, along with Eric Poole, the Director of Marketing, has been hosting the Brand g Vacations podcast since 2021. Tune in to over 25 episodes on Apple Podcasts to get the latest updates on upcoming trips, gay travel tips, and enjoy entertaining conversations with guests and entertainers all available on Apple Podcasts
Although the focus of our cruises is mainly on sightseeing and socializing, we do like to mix in a bit of frivolity as well. With that in mind, we’re planning a themed party during the cruise including a welcome party and T-Dance. If you should choose to participate, great; if you’d rather just be a voyeur, that is totally fine as well.
Join us onboard for:
Home Town Sail Away Party – Wear something that says where you’re from or show your PRIDE
Big Red Night – DON’T GO TO BED, DRESS IN RED. Join us for an evening of big red cocktails, charity bingo and dinner with Maissie Dubois and Lesley O’Shea, starring the fabulous Brand g Signature Entertainer MEGHAN MURPHY
Venetian Masquerade T-Dance– Join your fellow travellers for a fun filled Venetian romp around the pool. Prize for best costume
Musicals Madness Quiz – compete with your fellow travels to win #lifechanging prizes.
Gay of Thrones Pool Games – #lifechanging games to be played with blood curling cocktail’s and worthless prizes to be won.
If you’d like to connect with your fellow travelers before the program, we encourage you to join our private Facebook Page. Click the link or scan the QR code with your phone. Please allow 48 hrs for admins to approve your request to join.
Contact & Emergency Information
If needed, the Brand g Vacations office is available to support you Monday – Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm Central Standard Time at +1.952.405.9309. Also, you may email info@brandgvacations.com.
Italy, Croatia, Albania and Malta operate on the CEST (Central European Summer Time GMT+2 hours), so when it is 12:00pm in New York it is 6:00pm in Venice.
International telephone calls can be made by dialing the International Access Code (011), the country code and then the phone number. If your inbound flights are delayed for any reason, please contact our local representatives immediately.
Always keep the ships number on your phone in case you get separated from the group during an excursion.
Emergency Contact Details:
| Accommodations | Dates of Stay | Address/Port/Slip | Phone Number |
| Hilton Molino Stucky (Pre Package Only) | August 10 – 14 | Giudecca, 810, 30133 Venezia VE, Italy | +39 041 272 3311 |
| Atlas World Traveller | August 14 – 23 |
Venice Cruise Port S. Basilio, 2930135 Venezia VE, Italy |
+1 844-442-8527 |
| European General Emergency Police & Fire | 112 |
All our trips feature either unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks or at least drinks with included meals. All our trips include at least one tour in every port if not all-inclusive tours.
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