Brittany Ferries' flagship Pont-Aven sails into Portsmouth this Autumn

Brittany Ferries' luxury flagship Pont Aven arrives into Portsmouth port to commence her mini-cruise sailings between Portsmouth and St Malo from the 10th November until the end of February 2009.

For travellers who revel in their mini-cruises, or for travellers yet to discover the great benefits of sea travel, cruising across the channel aboard Pont Aven is a must experience. Pont Aven allows passengers to discover and enjoy the service and facilities normally found on large cruise ships. An excellent choice of dining with an array of delicious food, live entertainment, cinemas, a pool deck, along with a shopping mall, are on hand for every passenger to indulge in. Guests are able to dine, dance, or sleep away the miles whilst travelling with the premier ferry company across the channel.

With this mini-cruise's very friendly time schedule, Pont Aven and its relaxing ambience awaits passengers at the end of the working week. Depart Portsmouth on a Friday night at 20:30, arriving in France's port of St Malo at 08:15 Saturday morning. St Malo is then yours for the day! Explore the ramparts of this picturesque city or take the time to grab a last-minute Christmas stocking filler, with France the place to purchase unique gifts at a bargain price. Pont Aven acts a 'floating hotel' with passengers free to leave luggage in their cabins if they wish, and if the excitement of St Malo gets too much, early boarding is available from 19:00. Departing St Malo at 22:00, passengers will return to Portsmouth, arriving at 08:00 on Sunday morning.

Passengers can book from as little as £25 per person in a Club-Class reclining seat, without car. Or, for those wishing for greater comfort, along with a refreshing shower in the morning, £116 for 2 people including return ferry crossing with a car, and a superbly appointed 2-berth en-suite cabin with an outside view. No matter your preference, this Brittany Ferries' mini-cruise represents excellent value, but be quick to book.

Book online with Brittany Ferries at www.brittanyferries.co.uk or call 0871 244 1400

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Released 2 October 2008