Orient Lines specialises in providing destination-oriented cruise vacations to the most exciting and exotic corners of the globe. Every itinerary is designed as a complete cruise-tour, which means that first-class or deluxe hotel stays are included in major cities, like Athens, Sydney and Singapore before and after your cruise. And so are the city sightseeing tours, transfers, baggage handling, and a hospitality staff to assist you in finding the best restaurants, sights and shops. Extra benefits like these have earned Orient Lines the "Best Cruise Value" and Best Itineraries awards from the World Ocean & Cruise Liner Society. Marco Polo and Crown Odyssey offer summer cruises to the Mediterranean. Scandinavia, Russia and Northern Europe, with voyages to such exotic destinations as Egypt, Africa, India, the Far East, Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific, Hawaii, South America, even Antartctica, in the winter months. Styled in the grand tradition of a classic ocean liner, Orient Lines' ships offer every four-star amenity, including an elegant dining room, an informal bistro, lounges, casino, fitness centre, swimming pools and indoor/outdoor Jacuzzis. Talks by guest lecturers enhance the destination experience on longer cruises.