European River Run
Tauck is dropping the single supplement for Category 1 cabins on its 2013 European river cruises. For solo cruisers, average savings on the lower-level cabins with two small windows is more than $2,400 — and up to $4,676 (on the 24-day trans-European cruise). In addition, singles can save $1,000 on Category 3 cabins (higher level, floor-to-ceiling windows, French balcony) on select sailings of eight European river cruise itineraries. For example, the 12-day Blue Danube cruise, which travels between Prague and Budapest, starts at $4,490 (single or per person double) for Category 1. The $1,000 savings applies to the May 9 and 23, June 27, July 11 and Oct. 24 departures; prices vary by departure, but the lowest Category 3 rate for singles is from $6,476. Info: 800-468-2825, .
Go Greek (and Turkish)
Central Holidays has savings of up to $400 on its Greece and Turkey land and cruise packages. For example, save more than $300 per person on the 11-day Istanbul and the Aegean trip, which now costs from $832 per person double, plus $63 fuel charges and $262 port tax. Price includes a cabin aboard the Louis Cristal, which sails from Istanbul to Izmir, Turkey, and Greece’s Patmos, Mykonos, Rhodes, Crete, Santorini and Athens; two nights’ accommodations in Istanbul, with daily buffet breakfast; and all transfers per itinerary. Book by July 27; depart July to November. Info: 800-935-5000, .
St. Lucia steal
Stonefield Estate Villa Resort & Spa on St. Lucia is offering 40 percent off stays through Aug. 31. Discounted rate starts at $224 double (plus $40 taxes) for a one-bedroom with garden view, a savings of $150. Rate also includes WiFi, shuttle to beach and cocktail reception. Book with the resort only by July 31. Two-night minimum required. Info: 800-420-5731, .
Compiled by The Washington Post
