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SEATTLE , Aug. 25 -- Cruise West (www.cruisewest.com), a leading innovator of small-ship voyages, has announced eight designated PENTAX Photographers' Cruises for the 2009 season designed to help photography buffs capture the natural beauty of their worldwide voyages. The specialty sailings are in partnership with PENTAX Imaging Company, a leader in digital photography, and will feature field events and onboard workshops all co-hosted by professional PENTAX photographer Kerrick James . The PENTAX cruises are at no additional cost to guests and will allow both novice and seasoned cameramen and women to take advantage of personalized instruction on an array of related topics as well as access to a variety of the newest PENTAX products.
"We are so pleased with the glowing reports we've had from guests who participated on the 2008 PENTAX cruises, that we have increased the offerings for 2009," said President & CEO Dietmar Wertanzl . "Each Photographers' Cruise combines small-ship sailing with the world's most photogenic destinations including Mexico's Sea of Cortes, Panama & Costa Rica , British Columbia , Alaska , and new in 2009, Europe's Danube River. Our ships provide an engaging classroom!"
Kerrick James has photographed the American West, Mexico and the Pacific Rim for over 25 years, and his work has appeared on more than 80 book covers, 85 magazine covers and in numerous feature stories in travel and in-flight magazines. James will give hands-on instruction and constructive workshops for guests seeking to capture on film the stunning vistas and once-in-a-lifetime moments inherent in every Cruise West experience.
Departure dates include: the nine-night Between Two Seas tour in Panama &
Costa Rica on December 2, 2008 and March 2, 2009 (starting at
In addition to Kerrick James' expertise, all Photographers' Cruise guests will benefit from Cruise West's distinctive Exploration Leaders Program, in which onboard experts provide guests with a wealth of insider knowledge and a passion for the history of the region. Curious minds on Mexico's Sea of Cortes, Panama Canal & Costa Rica , the Pacific Northwest, Alaska and Danube River itineraries will gain insight from Exploration Leaders throughout their journey, broadening their experience with a deeper understanding of the indigenous culture, history, flora and fauna of the region they are cruising.
For additional information regarding Cruise West's Photographers' Cruises visit http://www.cruisewest.com/photocruise/default.aspx or call 1-800-296-8307. For more information on PENTAX products, visit: www.pentaxslr.com and for additional information on photographer Kerrick James go to: www.agpix.com/kerrickjames.
- Up-Close, Casual and Personal Cruising -
Cruise West offers the opportunity to explore remote and distinctive destinations throughout North and Central America , Asia , South Pacific and Europe . Small-ship cruising allows for personalized experiences not offered by larger cruise lines. Guest capacities aboard Cruise West's nine ships range from 78-138. Guests may expect personal enrichment through onboard narrative and presentations by local experts. The ships' forward lounges and ample outdoor deck space provide outstanding viewing opportunities, and inflatable boats allow for up-close exploration and shore landings.
- PENTAX Imaging Company -
PENTAX Imaging Company is an innovative leader in the production of digital SLR and compact cameras, lenses, flash units, binoculars, scopes, eyepieces and mobile printers and scanners. For more than 80 years, PENTAX technology has developed durable, reliable products that meet the needs of consumers and businesses. With headquarters in Golden, Colorado , PENTAX Imaging Company is a division of PENTAX of America, Inc.
SOURCE Cruise West
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