Does the thought of multiple layers of moist chocolate soufflé cake surrounding layers of rich raspberry preserves, hand dipped in a rivulet of smooth chocolate glaze excite your senses? Imagine yourself surrounded by hundreds of fantastic culinary creations and mouth watering chocolate confections. Chocolate in its many wondrous shapes, textures and flavors -- all yours for the savoring. Dark chocolate truffles, gourmet chocolate cheesecakes, cocoa powder dusted candies, chocolate-dipped strawberries, carved chocolate masterpieces, bite-sized white chocolate petit fours, fluffy chocolate pastries, rich midnight layer cakes, chocolate mousse, chocolate fudge, and the list goes on!

Now that you’ve imagined the amazing assortment of chocolate confections, consider this: you’ll be partaking of these scrumptious creations while aboard a cruise ship! What could be more heavenly?

Your Chocolate Expert and Tour Guide Extraordinaire:

Take a tantalizing tour of chocolate in its many shapes, colors, and textures, brought to you by Executive Chef Serge Decrauzat of the Valrhona chocolate company! During your stay, this talented European chocolatier will detail the fascinating history of chocolate, and introduce you to a whole new world of exquisite confections. Experience fun facts and masterful flavors. Learn about chocolate's beneficial, restorative properties. Formerly the pastry chef at Le Cirque 2000, Serge Decrauzat is a talented speaker and an expert in all things chocolate. By the journey's end, you too will be a chocolatier!

Your Elegant Cruise Ship:

The sleek and beautiful Seven Seas Voyager comes complete with: a large heated pool, two whirlpools, golf cages, an internet cafe, a full circle jogging track, theater, casino, fitness center, complimentary Club Mariner Youth program, fully functional health spa, and an impressive array of restaurants and lounges.

Ports of Call:

Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Make time to see the warm sun rise magnificently over the Atlantic Ocean. Choose from dozens of golf courses, schedule a tour of the Everglades, or explore the tropical gardens and colorful butterflies of Butterfly World. Later take a walk along the shore or find a romantic restaurant overlooking the ocean.

Key West, Florida
This unique island location is the southernmost city in the continental United States. Closer to Cuba than Miami, Key West is home to a myriad of distinctive shops and boutiques. View the seahorses in the Key West aquarium, tour the Little White House museum, or visit the Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory. Go for a leisurely stroll down the Harborwalk. Sample the local cuisine at a variety of lobster houses, cafes, and restaurants.

Cozumel, Mexico
The island of Cozumel has several shallow reefs that run parallel to its shoreline, providing some of the best snorkeling and diving opportunities in the world. Here you can watch brightly colored tropical fishes dart to and fro amidst the lovely coral formations. The water is so clear that underwater visibility can reach 250 feet. There are beaches to explore, and a variety of gift shops. Visit the local museum or explore the local Mayan ruins.

Belize City, Belize
Belize City is a bustling city with a warm tropical climate. Formerly called British Honduras, Belize was believed to be originally inhabited by Mayans in 250 AD. Belize offers plentiful opportunities for swimming, diving, snorkeling, and sightseeing. View a number of fascinating historic sites.

Santo Tomas de Castilla, Guatemala

Initially settled in the 19^th century, this important Guatemalan port city is one of the busiest ports in all of Central America. The city is located on the Amatique Bay, a tropical region surrounded by lush vegetation. Places of interest include: the Mayan ruins of Quiriguá, the Río Dulce, Lake Izabel, and the Spanish Castle of San Felipe.

Costa Maya
Situated between Cancun and Belize, Costa Maya is the closest port to the Mayan ruins of Chacchoben and Kohunlich. Here you can experience the unique culture and exotic beauty of the Mexican Caribbean. Enjoy walking barefoot in the soft powdery sand. Glide across translucent waters aboard a catamaran. Go snorkeling, horseback riding, or explore ancient archeological ruins.