Blount Small Ship Adventures takes you places that few other cruise ships can go. Their Grande Caribe and Grande Mariner ships have shallow drafts and the wonderful innovation of retractable pilot houses, which allow them to navigate narrow locks, canals, and shallow ports across the Great Lakes. They are the only overnight cruise line able to transit the Erie Canal. The ships accommodate only 83 passengers, so your cruise experience with Blount is personal, exclusive, and unique.
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DiningDining on board the Grand Caribe and Grande Mariner is a comfortable and casual affair. Meals are prepared with attention to local ingredients and recipes, and complementary beer and wine are included with lunch and dinner on most itineraries. Unique to Blount, passengers are welcome to BYOB -- bring your own bottle -- allowing guests to stick to their favorites while avoiding high tabs on the journey. Special requests are available for special occasions or dietary restrictions, and coffee, soft drinks and snacks are available 24/7.
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Enrichment ProgramsBlount helps you the most of each destination by inviting lecturers and local experts onboard. On some cruises, enjoy photography lessons and other tutorials to bring destinations to life. Unique to Blount, bikes and kayaks are also available to rent on most cruises, so you are free to explore each port at your own pace.
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Decks and LoungesBlount ships offer extra large windows in public spaces, including a 180-degree panoramic view from the indoor Vista View Lounge. For some sun and fresh breezes, head to the upper deck as you watch the world go by. Catch a lecture from an on-board expert, have a midday pint with friends, or retreat with a book as your ship sails to its next destination.
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Ways to Save |
Blount Small Ship Adventures offer several ways to save on your cruise adventures:
- For new travelers: reserve 2 or more cabins on the same itinerary and get $100-$250 per cabin (depending on cruise length).
- $100 off on cruises 10 days or under
- $250 off on cruises 11 days or more
- For groups: If you are the group leader, Blount provides marketing materials and tips to increase your numbers and a discount on your trip
- Frequent Travelers have 2 ways to save:
- Book 2 trips in a calendar year and receive a 10% discount per passenger on your second trip.
- Travel with Blount for 120 cruise nights, and earn a FREE cruise of up to 12 days
Staterooms and Suites
Blount's Grand Caribe and Grand have 4 cabin types to suit your cruising style. Cabins average 100 square feet, with portholes or large fixed windows. Storage for luggage is available under the bed and in the closet. Each cabin includes ensuite bathroom, individual climate control, hair dryers and fresh towels daily.
Unique to Blount are a category of single cabins, located on the sun deck and perfectly appointed for the single traveler. Single travelers may also make use of Blount's "willing to share" policy, which books single travelers with same-gender companions in a double room.
Cabins are non-smoking. All decks are accessible by stair lifts.
Unique to Blount are a category of single cabins, located on the sun deck and perfectly appointed for the single traveler. Single travelers may also make use of Blount's "willing to share" policy, which books single travelers with same-gender companions in a double room.
Cabins are non-smoking. All decks are accessible by stair lifts.
Category I
These cabins are the lowest priced option, located on the main and lower deck. Select Category I cabins have no window and doors to an interior hallway.
CATEGORY II
These cabins are located in the bow of the ship on the main deck. They all have porthole windows, and their doors open onto an interior hallway.
CATEGORY III
These cabins are located on the main deck and have large fixed windows. The windows cannot be opened, but let in lots of light. These cabins are slightly larger than Category I and II cabins.
CATEGORY IV
These cabins are located on the Sun Deck, with doors that open out onto an interior hallway or onto the sun deck. They are the most spacious cabins available, with large fixed windows that open to allow a natural breeze.
designated single cabins
These cabins are located on the sun deck, with doors that open to the exterior deck. Single cabins have a twin bed, private shower and toilet. They have sliding windows. **These cabins book quickly, so single travelers preferring single cabins should reserve well in advance**
Inclusions
Blount Small Ship Adventures' per person fare includes vessel transportation, meals, snacks, soft drinks, house beer and wine with lunch and dinner, linens and towels in births.
Fares do not include shore excursions, port charges, fees or gratuities. A fuel surcharge may be charged for cruises that have not yet sailed.
Fares do not include shore excursions, port charges, fees or gratuities. A fuel surcharge may be charged for cruises that have not yet sailed.