Are you looking for an Easter vacation with the 'wow' factor?

From the Mexican Riviera to the Mediterranean - April 2009 itineraries abound.

Whether you desperately need to unwind after a busy start to the year, be pampered in style or are seeking an action-packed adventure, Travel the World has the perfect Easter getaway. With itineraries spanning the Mediterranean, South East Asia, Japan, Europe and Mexico, now is the time to take advantage of the spectacular destinations and packages on offer this April 2009.

Fun-filled Mexico
For a fun-filled itinerary featuring everything from kids activities to sparkling nightlife, look no further than Carnival Cruise Lines' 7-night Mexican Riviera cruise. This round trip cruise from Los Angeles takes in highlights such as Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan and Cabo San Lucas, with plenty of time for swimming, sunbathing and exciting shore excursions. Departing on 12, 19 and 26 April 2009, cruise only prices start from just AU$1,606 per person.

Wellness Retreat
Whilst guests visit Chiva-Som Luxury Health Resort for a variety of reasons - from relaxation and rejuvenation to detoxifying and weight loss - all improve their wellbeing. Six-night Wellness Retreat fly-stay packages start from AU$7,195 per person twin share for departures between 3-23 April 2009. Packages include return economy flights to Bangkok with Qantas Airways ex-Sydney, Spa meals, daily massages, and access to the Water Therapy Suite and daily fitness and leisure programme.

Sun-seeker's paradise
Perfect for sun-seekers, Windstar Cruises' 7-night Barcelona to Rome cruise takes in the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean. From the vibrant city of Barcelona to the glamorous isle of Palma De Mallorca and the ancient city of Rome, romantic cafes, archaeological digs and days at the beach will help your cares drift away. Cruise only prices start at just AU$2,019 per person twin share - a saving of AU$1,335! The cruise onboard msy Wind Surf departs Barcelona on 26 April 2009.

Blossoming Spring riverboat
Tauck's 9-night Holland & Belgium in Spring riverboat cruise takes in the continent at its blossoming best. Winding through the Netherlands and Belgium, departures from Amsterdam are available on 11, 18 and 25 April 2009 from A$4,572 per person, with some departures operating from Brussels to Amsterdam.

Exotic Asian expedition
Exotic Asia awaits you with Tauck World Discovery's 15-night Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand tour. Explore rice paddies, lush landscapes and ancient temples as you journey through the steamy cities of Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Siam Reap (Cambodia). The tour departs Bangkok on 3 and 17 April, and prices start at A$9,159 per person, which includes seven on tour flights.

Hidden Treasures of Japan
Cruise West's 11-night Hidden Treasures of Japan cruise is the ultimate way to experience this island nation. Docking just offshore Japan's most famous sites, you will tread in the footsteps of samurai at Okayama, learn the art of pearl harvesting at Uwajima, and glimpse Kobe's spectacular Himeji Castle. The roundtrip cruise departs Kobe (Osaka) on 6 and 16 April 2009, from A$9,100 per person.

For further information, visit Travel the World.

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