Exploring The Christmas Magic From A European River Cruise

If you really want to get into the festive spirit this year, then why not get away from it all and explore the famous Christmas markets of old Europe? What better way to get into the festive spirit, and avoid the hustle and bustle of the local shops at the same time.

Boasting an unparalleled atmosphere that truly captures the essence of the season, the Christmas markets you will get to visit are bursting with huts and stalls selling all manner of festive goodies. From arts and crafts, hand-made decorations, and scented candles to handcrafted sweets and gluhwein (mulled wine); you’ll find it all at these charming markets.

The great news is that there is now plenty of reputable luxury river cruise lines – like Viking River Cruises, Ama Waterways and Titan – that offer these delightful floating vacations. Available on the Rhine and Danube, these seasonal river trips usually start running in late November, with some going on right up until Christmas itself.

A true festive voyage through Europe, it’s no surprise that these vacations are so sought after. In fact, Viking River Cruises are selling out so quickly; they’ve had to book more for next year. So, if you want to embark on a Yuletide sailing, your best bet really is to book early – this way you’ll get the best pick of the bunch, and some unique gifts that will have your friends and family talking.

Market cruise durations are quite varied. You can choose from short one or two night excursions or treat yourself to a four-night break. Whatever duration you decide on, you’ll still get to stop at all those shopping hot spots.

Now, when it comes to the biggest markets, there are several found in Cologne in the heart of Germany. Divided by the Rhine river, the city’s markets are hugely popular with locals and visitors alike. Or if you’d rather take an adventure down the famous blue Danube, you can look forward to visiting the pretty markets located in Regensburg and Vienna.

You’ll find that your cruise ship itself really gets into the Christmas spirit. You can look forward to seasonally-themed menus, festive entertainment and an array of fun festivities. A festive market cruise really can offer a magical adventure from start to finish.

My Two Favourite Festive River Cruises

First up is Viking River Cruises – they have the most romantic Danube itineraries available. Departing November 6, 13, 20 and 27, and December 4 and 11, Viking River Cruises will travel from Nuremburg to Budapest – or the reverse - visiting Vienna, Melk, Passau, Regensburg and the Main-Danube Canal along the way.

And, of course, you’ll get plenty of shore time put aside so you can get on with your Christmas shopping fix! Lucky passengers can look forward to a superb selection of shore excursions, on-board performances and more.

AmaWaterways is offering wonderful Christmas market voyages on the Danube, Rhine and Moselle, including a seven-night Christmas sailing from Budapest to Nuremberg departing December 20. For a longer duration, there’s the 14-night itinerary from Budapest to Amsterdam, which departs December 20.

Whatever Christmas Market river cruise you opt for, you won’t be disappointed. There’s simply no better way to get stuck into your Christmas shopping in true festive style – whilst getting to see some of Europe’s finest cities and ports of call. Go on… embark on the ultimate Christmas adventure this year!

Uniworld Wins Scores Best River Cruise Line Prize

Uniworld River Cruises has won the highly prestigious award of Best River Cruise line in the world by Condé Nast Traveler in the annual Readers’ Choice Awards.

The river cruise line has been recognised in Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers Poll and Gold List since 2007, which is quite an achievement. Each of the Cruise lines was rated out of 100. Uniworld River Cruises scored an incredible 90.3 – which put it well ahead of its competitors.

Mal Barritt, director of cruises.com – the world’s largest cruise company – says “What an outstanding achievement this is for Uniworld River Cruises. To be recognised in the Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers Poll and Gold List for 4 years on the run really does say it all.”

“Achieving a staggering 90.3 out of 100 in this year’s awards is quite something. Having experienced a Uniworld voyage myself, the cruise line certainly ticks all the right boxes. From the exceptional service, dining to the accommodation, it’s a first class experience from start to finish” Barritt added.

The world’s only boutique cruise line, Uniworld River Cruises offers itineraries throughout Europe, Egypt, Russia and China. The river cruise line is set to launch into Vietnam and Cambodia in January 2012.

Each of the 14 ships in the Uniworld fleet offers comfortable accommodation, exceptional service and fine dining. Uniworld ships include Douro Spirit, River Ambassador, River Princess, River Empress and River Royale.

There are unique facilities on-board the Uniworld River Cruise ships – such as river cruising’s first ever 20-seater cinema, which features on the S.S. Antoinette - which was launched in March this year.

Brits Sail To Europe For Their Christmas Shopping

Avalon River Cruises have seen a 15% increase in customers booking a Christmas market cruise this festive period.

Avalon River Cruises suggest that the increase in bookings is due to Brits wanting to escape the shopping frenzy which Christmas creates.

A spokesperson for river cruise specialist, Avalon Waterways said: “The trend in Christmas markets has grown significantly because our customers don’t want a stressful shopping experience this year and these markets offer something a little bit different than what you might find in Debenhams.’

Avalon River Cruises are offering sailings through Basel, Switzerland, Strasbourg, Rhine and Germany and guests can enjoy a week exploring traditional Christmas markets and traditional on board Christmas celebrations.

James Cole, Director of Rivervoyages.com said: “Over the past 5 years Christmas shopping in Britain has become a nightmare and with cruise lines such as Avalon River Cruises offering sailings to Europe’s most popular Christmas markets, it really does come as no surprise that customers are looking to go somewhere a little different for their Christmas shopping.’

“A river Christmas market cruise is a great way to see the sights and sound of Europe and discover the origins of Christmas in these quaint towns along the river. The kind of presents that you can purchase from these markets is one of the main attractions, with handicrafts, hand-made candles, and wooden toys to name just a few!”

The river cruise market has risen by 8% since 2009 and popularity continues to grow with river Christmas markets having a direct impact in this growth.

A spokesperson for Avalon Waterways added: “Our Christmas market cruising has been extremely popular this year and it has certainly helped in the growth of the river cruise industry. We have sold so many Christmas market cruises that we have already added more for 2012.”

Cruise The Christmas Markets With Avalon River Cruises

One of the most enjoyable aspects or river cruising is the shopping. And what better way to get unique Christmas gifts, than by visiting the seasonal Christmas markets of Europe. Read on and I'll give you a quick tour of the top three river cruise ideas for your next shopping spree.

When it comes to shopping for presents this year, river cruising around Europe's most famous Christmas markets has become increasingly popular and with the major cruise lines such as Avalon River Cruises now offering itineraries to Strasbourg, Speyer and Heidelberg, it's not hard to see why.

What can I expect on board?

On most of the major river holiday lines you can expect an abundance of festivities and celebrations as you sail through some of Europe's finest cities.

Avalon River Cruises launched four brand new vessels in 2004, which makes them the world's youngest fleet. Each ship boasts a smooth and sleek design with plenty of luxurious little touches. You will find the finest facilities on board these ships with all the modern amenities that you could possible need during your Christmas cruise.

As well as cruising in complete comfort and luxury, with Avalon River Cruises you can look forward to the finest cuisine. During the Christmas festivities, they will be serving turkey dinners with plenty of tasty roast potatoes, mulled wine and all the trimmings.

Avalon River Cruises ensure that the entertainment matches the itinerary, with lectures given on each destination and musical affairs that light up the evenings with Christmas carols and much, much more.

Popular ports of call...

Cruising along the Danube on your next boat trip, you will get the opportunity to visit the famous markets in Regensburg and Vienna and Nuremberg. Nuremberg is a popular stop over on most river cruise itineraries because it is home to the largest and most famous Christmas market of all, which is visited by nearly two million people each year.

With a history dating back to the 1600's, this unique market offers a whole wealth of Christmas traditions and an atmosphere like no other. Well over two hundred stalls are located in the market square, and this market really gets you into festive spirits with mulled wine, gingerbread spices and many other unusual gifts.

The perfect Christmas present

These European Christmas markets really are out of this world. You can enjoy the colourful and fascinating displays as the famous Christmas markets create a stress free way of shopping for presents.

Packed with over 100 huts and stalls, selling everything from arts and crafts, to wood-carved nativity scenes and hand-made Christmas decorations. Scented candles, knitwear and home-made cookies are also popular, so you can find just about anything at these grand festive affairs.

These Christmas markets are not just about buying presents either, as the celebrations in these European markets are truly huge. The quaint European towns are transformed into all things Christmas with sparkling lights, tinsel and trees, to make it a Christmas cruise you will never forget. It's the next best thing to a trip to Lapland itself!

River cruising is on the rise

With the river cruise industry as a whole significantly growing in recent years, Avalon River Cruises has also seen a huge rise in sales and in particular, customers booking for a Christmas market river cruise. With numerous lines all offering sailings through Basel, Switzerland, Strasbourg, into the heart of the Rhine and Germany, guests can enjoy a relaxing week exploring traditional Christmas markets and traditional on board Christmas celebrations.

Viking River Cruises To Help Cancer Charity

Viking River Cruises have announced a 12 month partnership with Cancer Research UK after a vote by customers of the river cruise specialist.

The river cruise line – whose ships include the Viking Sun and Viking Emerald – has arranged various fundraising activities in a bid to raise as much funding as possible for the charity.
Viking River Cruise staff recently took part in the Shine London 2011 overnight 13 mile walk on Saturday 1st October 2011 in a bid to help Cancer Research - and raised £845.66 for the charity in the process. Viking staff has also raised money through charity fun day activities including a fancy dress competition.

Mal Barritt, director of Cruises.com, says “It’s fantastic to seeing a river cruise line dedicated to raising funds for such a worthwhile cause like Cancer Research. To date, Viking River Cruises has done incredibly well to raise funds – and will no doubt raise a lot more during their partnership with the charity.”

The world’s leading river cruise company, Viking River Cruises offer river cruises to the rivers of Europe, Russia, China and Southeast Asia. Viking River Cruises has been recognised as the World’s Leading River Cruise Operator at the World Travel Awards and the best River Cruise Line at the British Travel Awards.

Founded in 1997, Viking River Cruise operates the world’s largest - and leading - fleet of luxury vessels built with river travel in mind. Viking River Cruises’ ships include the Viking Sun, Viking Europe and Viking Fontane. In 2012, Viking will debut four sister ships in Europe – and another six Viking ships are to be built by 2014.

Viking River Cruises Embrace Their Viking Heritage

Not only are Viking River Cruises the world’s largest cruise line, they’re blessed with a Viking heritage too - so it comes as no surprise that they want to embrace it. And what better way than refurbishing four of their Russian ships in order to reflect this intriguing past?

Dubbed long boats by Viking River Cruises, the ships will show off their transformation in the summer of 2012. As well as being completely refurbished, each of the ships will be renamed after the original Russian explorers, Viking Rurik, Viking Helgi, Viking Ingvar and Viking Truvor – just another way Viking River Cruises are choosing to celebrate their rich Viking heritage by.

A glimpse into a rich past…

Viking River Cruises will be introducing a whole host of fascinating itineraries for 2012 too. An unforgettable journey to unearth the treasures of Russia… there’s a lot to look forward to on one of these cruises. Sailing smoothly along Russia’s waterways to great cities like Moscow and St Petersburg, a river voyage not only takes you there – but gives you enough time to explore and visit the famous landmarks too. Highlights include Moscow’s ‘Kremlin’ and ‘Red Square’; and St Petersburg’s ‘Pushkin’ and ‘Peter and Paul Fortress’.

Offering passengers to get up close to Russia’s cities, Viking River Cruise’s also gives guests the opportunity to visit the ancient villages - like Yaroslavl, Uglich and Mandrogy. Viking River Cruises really do offer the perfect way to learn about the history and culture of Russia’s heartland.

Other new features for 2012

As well as refurbished ships and new itineraries, passengers can look forward to a variety of new excursions, to make their river voyage even more special. For example, on select departures, Viking will host special performances by musicians from St. Petersburg’s Mariinsky Theatre. Other highlights include a visit to Moscow’s Military Museum.

Yet another new addition to Viking River Cruises is an eight day program ‘The Glories of Hermitage’. A truly interesting program, it will give guests exclusive access and a tour of one of the greatest museums in the world, the ‘Hermitage Museum’. Found in St Petersburg, the museum is home to a collection of Russian art and artefacts, it’s a truly remarkable place to visit – and a must for art lovers.

Viking River Cruises’ other offerings include new on board programs and services such as the Viking’s Concierge Services and Viking’s signature on-deck ‘A Taste Of…’ event - where a selection of Russian cuisine, like Siberian pelmeni (ravioli) and borscht can be enjoyed – passengers will get a true taste of Russia.

See Russia before you sail

Offering a wondering insight into the both sides that Russia has to offer, Viking River Cruises has launched a new micro-site TheRealRussia.com. Hosted by the daughter of Torstein, Viking River Cruises’ founder, the innovative site takes online visitors on a video tour of the country - so to experience a real insider’s tour of Russia – it’s the next best thing to being on a river cruise itself.

Cruise Lines Begin Targeting The Single Cruiser Market

The single cruising market is growing and growing, as more and more cruise lines are recognising the need to cater to their single guests.

Take P & O's new ship Azura for example. Featuring 18 inside and outside single cabins, the Azura’s single cabins resulted in instant demand with solo cruisers. P & O then went on to add a number of single cabins to its other ships Aurora and Oriana.

Other single friendly cruise lines include Fred Olsen (they currently have the largest choice of single cabins); Norwegian Cruise Line who have recently announced new cabins for its single guests; and Viking River Cruises also has a number of single cabins specially designed for the single explorer.

Mal Barritt, director of cruises.com – the world’s largest cruise company – says “This is certainly good news for single cruisers. It would seem that a number of cruise lines are pulling out all the stops for this particular market. The river cruise lines are too. Viking River Cruises have a number of single cabins available for their single guests.

Many cruise lines are making the fee a lot fairer for the single cruiser too. Silversea, for instance, is lowering the extra fare a single traveller must pay to stay in a cabin meant for two people on a number of their upcoming itineraries. In the future we’ll hopefully see single cruisers not having to pay that extra charge with a lot more single cabins being added.”

According to experts in the cruise business, we can expect to see a lot more consideration given to the singles market by other cruise companies in the nearby future.

River Cruises Along The Douro River in Portugal

By far the most enjoyable feature of any river cruise is being able just relax in comfort and watch the world go by. To do this enjoyably though you need three things - great weather, an interesting river and a luxurious ship with an attentive crew like the Douro Spirit. A river cruise along Spain's famous Douro River will give you all of that.

The Douro River, or Duero in Spanish, is around 900 km long from the source in the mountains of Northern Spain to its mouth at Porto.

210 km of the river runs through Portugal and drops through five massive dams making this part of the river the main cruising channel. These dramatic locks limit the size of the ships that can cruise the navigable length, keeping the river nicely quiet so you can enjoy the view better!

May is one of the best times of year to cruise, as you get great weather and daytime temperatures around 24-28° without the scorching summer heat of Portugal.

The river flows strongly through the hillsides of the Douro Valley with their spectacular terraced vineyards, making for some great daytime sightseeing. Many river cruises travel at night, but a trip on the Douro allows you to take in the ever changing river and countryside scenery for the whole trip.
Ships are commonly joined at Vila de Gaia in Porto, the Douro Valley region famous for the port wine, which offers tours of the many cellars in the town. Much of the port in the world starts its journey from Vila de Gaia.

The entire city centre of Porto is a UNESCO World Heritage site and full of interesting architecture, making it a fascinating starting point to your cruise.

One of the distinctive features of the Douro is the massing locks you pass through. The locks are all quite deep and can appear quite scary when the ship is at the lower level with the walls towering above you. The deepest lock in Barragem de Carrapatelo has a lift of 35 metres, requiring some neat navigating by the captain!

There are few major towns along the Douro river stretch in Portugal once the ship has left Porto. In fact the only towns of any size are Peso da Régua and Pinhão.

Most cruises will include a number of shore excursions. From Bitetos it's a short bus ride to the majestic former monastery of Alpendurada e Matos, situated high above the river.

From Peso da Regua you can reach the famous Mateus Palace, near the centre of Vila Real. You might have seen the palace featured on the labels of the well-known Mateus Rose wine. The palace buildings are typical of Portuguese style baroque with many interesting exhibits with lovely gardens.

Pinhão is the midst of the Port Wine country and a short hop to the Quinta do Seixo, a Sandeman vineyard, where you can see first-hand the process of port production and enjoy sampling some of the produce!

Every Douro cruise offers day excursions from Vega de Terron to the Spanish university city of Salamanca. This city dates to Roman times and the Roman-built bridge across the Tormes River still exists.

The huge cathedral dominates the skyline; it is in fact two cathedrals, the Romanesque Old Cathedral and the Gothic New Cathedral. The Plaza Mayor is generally agreed to be the most magnificent main square in Spain and there are many attractive buildings belonging to the University, the oldest in Spain.

Expect your Douro cruise to be a leisurely affair, sailing by day and relaxing at night. There are many enjoyable excursions to be had making it a great destination to spend a week getting away from it all.

Mini Cruises Increase In Popularity

The latest sales figures show that Mini Cruises are increasing in popularity, Cruises.com – the world’s largest cruise company – has revealed.
With Mini cruises departing from the UK to a number of destinations, including Amsterdam, Bruges, Paris, La Rochelle, Cork, Nice, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Ibiza and Sicily – sailing from the UK is the convenient option for many. There are over 20 UK ports that cruisers can choose from, including Southampton, Dover, Hull, Newcastle and Liverpool.
Mal Barritt, director of Cruises.com says “There’s such a vast choice of short break cruises available from the UK, so we aren’t at all surprised at the number of bookings we are seeing. If people are wanting to get away this winter, but don’t want to fly, then sailing direct from the UK really is the perfect solution for them. And, with a number of UK ports available, it makes getting away so easy. The holiday can start the second you board.”
“The number of cruise ships that provide these short cruise holidays from the UK continues to grow – along with the demand. This will no doubt lead to even more passengers sailing from British ports in the future. There’s no longer such a need to fly in order to go on holiday, Barritt added.
A large number of cruise lines – like Cunard, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, P&O, Fred Olsen, Silversea and Princess Cruises – all offer short break cruises.
With more and more cruise lines offering mini cruises, it’s expected that the number of bookings will increase even more in 2012.

Princess Cruises 2012 Down Under

One of the premiere cruise lines in the world, Princess Cruises 2012 and 2012 itineraries have just been unveiled for their hotly anticipated Australia and New Zealand cruises.

What these new itineraries offer… 

It will be four of Princess Cruises’ ships that will embark on the new ‘Aussie’ adventures: The Diamond Princess, Sun Princess, Dawn Princess and Sea Princess. Comfortable and mid-sized – apart from the Diamond Princess which is a lot larger – the four wonderful ships are all set to sail Australia and New Zealand in 2012-2013. This now makes Princess Cruises the largest North American operator in the region.

Each of Princess Cruises’ itineraries will offer exciting new routes, a new cruise tour of the Outback – and there’s even a special solar eclipse cruise available too. Princess cruises will also offer more sailings to New Zealand than any other cruise line.

The ships will go on 40 voyages of eight different itineraries in the region, including a 14-day Australia and New Zealand itinerary with two added ports, Wellington and Picton; and a grand 33-day Round Australia and New Zealand route.

Get a taste of true Aussie Life

Three of Princess Cruises’ ships – Sun Princess, Dawn Princess and Sea Princess – are locally based. So, you can look forward to cruising in true Australian style. From Australian cuisine, entertainment to a real Aussie atmosphere, the on-board experience is set to be fantastic. The currency used on board  will even be the Australian Dollar. These cruises will no doubt appeal to both locals and foreigners alike. These three ships will depart from Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne.

Land and Sea Cruise Tours

Not only can these Princess Cruises’ sailings be booked as just the cruise itself, it can also be part of a longer, land-based cruise tour – so you can really get the most put of your time in this delightful region.

You can choose from one of four land and sea cruise tours. Cleverly combining a land itinerary with an Australia/New Zealand cruise, Princess Cruises are really pulling out all the stops to ensure every guest has an unforgettable voyage down under.

Also new for Princess Cruises’ 2012-2012 season is the chance to participate in an historic train ride. Journeying overland from Adelaide, the train’s destination is Australia’s far-flung outback… an enchanting adventure is in store. This is just another exciting feature guests can look forward to on one of the Princess Cruises.

Another unforgettable opportunity is available on the Dawn Princess – November 6, 2012. A very special cruise itinerary, on this voyage guests will be able to view the total solar eclipse – which is set to take place on November 14, 2012. Sailing from Sydney, the Dawn Princess will call at a number of ports along the way, including Brisbane, Port Douglas and Airlie Beach.

Isn’t it time you ventured ‘Down Under?’

From exploring the Great Barrier Reef to visiting the stunningly scenic spots in New Zealand, sailing around this region is for you if you want an unforgettable journey – one that you will enjoy every single minute of.  And, when it comes to sailing and exploring Down Under, there’s simply no better way of doing so than on-board one of the fourPrincess Cruises’ ships

Cruise and Stay: The best of both worlds

Cruise and stay is becoming an increasingly popular holiday choice with many. And it’s certainly not hard to see why. You see, by opting for the Cruise and Stay option, you get to enjoy the best of both worlds.
The world’s leading travel company, Cruises.com has seen a rapid increase in the number of Cruise and Stay bookings over the past year. It would certainly seem that more and more people are cottoning on to the fact that they get two enjoy two holidays – in one – by choosing Cruise and Stay.

Is Cruise and Stay for me?
Well if you’re new to cruising, Cruise and Stay is an option well worth considering. It’s the perfect opportunity to see whether cruising is for you – while still getting to enjoy the traditional beach holiday.
If you’re an experienced cruiser, you should definitely bear Cruise and Stay in mind. It’ll give you the freedom of being able to extend your holiday by spending several days ashore – so you can really get the most out of your cruise experience. And, we’re sure you’ll agree, there’s nothing more frustrating than arriving at fascinating and exciting cities like New York, Venice or Barcelona and then having a quick look around – before having to board your ship again. By going Cruise and Stay, you’ll get time to get a real taste of the destination you visit.

And, if you’re after adding extra variety to your holiday, then Cruise and Stay is also for you. Perhaps you are torn between staying in a hotel or going on a cruise? Well that’s simple! Just spend part of your holiday on a cruise ship and the other part staying in a hotel, in the destination of your choice – problem solved!
Cruise and Stay really is a wonderful option. You get to enjoy the comfort and luxury of a cruise liner at sea, while being able to fully explore on land at the destination of your choice. Just imagine… spending a week relaxing on the beach in say Majorca or the Caribbean, after enjoying a week long holiday on a cruise.
Another bonus of Cruise and Stay is that it can extend your holiday. You could perhaps stay in a hotel for a week or just a few days at a land-based hotel either before or after your cruise. After all, who doesn’t want a longer holiday?

How long do Cruise and Stay Holidays last?
On average, Cruise and Stay holidays last for 14 days. So, to give you an idea, you could stay 6-7 nights at a hotel and then set sail on a cruise for the other 7 days. Cruise and Stay really does offer a wonderful experience as you get to spend time experiencing your desired destination, like Miami, before setting sail on a full board Caribbean cruise on a lavish liner– where you can visit exotic places like San Juan, Puerto Rico and Haiti.

Who offers Cruise and Stay holidays?
A large number of cruise lines offer Cruise and Stay holidays. Thomson Cruises, Seabourn and Celebrity – to name a few – all offer pre-packaged cruise and stay holidays to many sought after destinations including the Caribbean, Red Sea, Mediterranean and Canary Islands. When it comes to Cruise and Stay, the possibilities really are endless.

Brits Escape the Weather This Christmas

Christmas cruises have increased in popularity with 20 per cent of Brits choosing to escape the snow this winter.

North-West based travel firm, Cruise 118 has seen a significant increase in sales during September 2011 with customers booking Christmas cruises. 

The significant increase is due to Brits not wanting to spend another Christmas in the snow.

Christmas cruiser, Mary Croft, 54 from Staffordshire said: “The weather last year was so unexpected and so bitterly cold that I couldn’t face another Christmas in the UK.”

Cruise 118 Director James Cole said: “Christmas cruises are definitely becoming the new trend and with places like the Caribbean offering all year round sunshine, it’s no wonder our bookers want to get away from the cold British weather and celebrate Christmas somewhere warmer.”

“The cruise lines really do pull out all the stops during the festive season as well, with Christmas celebrations like you wouldn’t believe. I think our customers like the fact that they don’t have to organise all the food and drink and can celebrate with family and friends, whilst in an exotic destination.”

Cruise 118 Director Mal Barritt said: “The figures really speak for themselves. Christmas abroad is extremely popular and this has helped in the growth of cruise 118 and the cruise industry as a whole.”

It would seem that the cruise industry has not been affected by the credit crunch as the cruise industry on a whole has doubled over the last 10 years with Brits estimated to take a record 2 million cruises by 2014 and 25 per cent of these choosing to take their cruise during winter. 

Via: Travel Blog and Travel Pie

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