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More than 1,310 cruise-selling travel agents are holding events this week as part of World's Largest Cruise Night -- the industry's annual selling extravaganza. A line-by-line list of sales and special offers that cruise lines are offering in conjunction with the events:
-- Amawaterways. The river cruise line is offering up to $1,000 per cabin discounts on select November and December cruises; up to $500 per cabin off on select April and May sailings. Valid on new bookings made between October 1-31.
-- Avalon Waterways. The river cruise line is offering 50%-off airfare on all 2010 air-inclusive European river cruise vacations. Booking window is October 1-31.
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- Azamara Cruises. New bookings for individual travelers on 2010 European sailings made today through Friday are eligible for onboard credits of $300 to $500 per cabin, depending on cabin category.
-- Carnival. The industry giant is offering "cash back" of $70 to $200 per cabin on bookings for select 2010 voyages from a variety of North American homeports.
-- Celebrity Cruises. New bookings for individual travelers on select sailings made today through Friday are eligible for onboard credits of $50 to $200 per cabin, depending on length of sailing.
-- Costa Cruises. Passengers receive a $50 onboard credit per cabin on Caribbean and European sailings through December 2010 booked today through Oct. 31.
-- Crystal Cruises. Vacationers will receive a $100 per person discount on most 2009 and 2010 departures booked today through Nov. 7.
-- Cunard Line. Passengers will receive onboard credits of $50-$300 per cabin, depending on sailing and accommodations, plus a waiver of the deposit on a second person in the booking.
-- Disney Cruise Line. Passengers will receive $50 to $100 onboard credits when booking sailings that take place between Jan. 3 and Dec. 19, 2010.
-- MSC Cruises. Passengers booking select sailings in the Caribbean on MSC Poesia will receive shipboard credits of up to $200.
-- Norwegian Cruise Line. Passengers will receive onboard credits of up to $250 per cabin, depending on cabin category, on more than 300 sailings around the world.
-- Regent Seven Seas Cruises. The luxury line is offering $100 per passenger in shipboard credits for seven-night or longer cruises in 2009 and 2010 with bookings made between now and Nov. 14.
-- Royal Caribbean. The mass-market line is offering travel agents a choice of offering their customers up to $200 off per cabin, onboard credits of up to $100 or special amenities. Bookings must be made by Friday.
-- SeaDream Yacht Club. Passengers who book during the month of October will receive a $100 per cabin spa credit.
-- Silversea Cruises. The luxury line is offering a $100 per passenger shipboard credit (maximum $200 per cabin) for new bookings made between today and Nov. 14 for seven-night or longer sailings in 2009 and 2010.
-- Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. Passengers will receive a $100 savings on all 2009 and 2010 cruises when booked between today and Oct. 21.
-- Windstar Cruises. Passengers booking today through Nov. 14 will receive a $50 per person shipboard credit for selected sailings on Wind Surf, Wind Star and Wind Spirit between January and March, 2010.
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I recommend Sandals and Beaches Resorts
Hi everyone! Well I just returned from a jam packed 3 day trip to two wonderful properties in the Caribbean and I wanted to tell you about it!
'Beaches' resort in Turks & Caicos - All I can say is WOW! What a FABULOUS vacation destination! This place has it all! As with all Sandals properties, it is all-inclusive which means all your drinks, meals, activities, are all included in one price. How cool is that?? Beaches in Turks & Caicos has something for everyone, and is a great place for a family vacation, honeymoon, destination wedding, family reunion, girlfriend getaway, anniversary, birthday, etc - you get the idea!
This resort has 16 wonderful restaurants to choose from, a beautiful 12-mile stretch of soft sandy beach with calm ocean for swimming/ snorkeling, 4 huge pools with swim-up bars, activities throughout the day and evening for everyone, and I mean everyone! If you have kids, they will love this place! From the little ones up to teenagers, there is something fun to keep them busy! There is a waterpark with slides, a lazy river, and splash pad + lots of activities planned each day. If you want to get away from the kids, there are plenty of places for the adults to enjoy themselves too. At the beach, there is a myriad of activities to keep you busy if you want. Or you can just chill on the comfy padded beach chairs sipping your pina colada and enjoying the beautiful ocean breeze! You can do as much or as little as you like!
So where are the Turks and Caicos islands you may ask? Well, it is only about a 4 hour flight from Chicago, 1 hour from Miami, and 2.5 hours from NY so very easy to get to. It's an unspoilt destination that many people haven't even heard of, so if you like to be ahead of the game and go someplace different, then I would definitely recommend it!
'Sandals' Royal Bahamian in Nassau - this is a wonderful 'couples only' resort in beautiful Bahamas. This Sandals resort is considered one of the Caribbean's most elegant resorts, and has been voted as the top Spa resort in the Caribbean as well. There are 9 dining options to choose from, very spacious rooms, and they even have their own PRIVATE offshore island. Yes, that's right, a private island only for the guests of the resort! And it's romantic too! Imagine having a candlelit dinner on the beach, with the sound of the waves lapping onto the shore. And after dinner, relaxing with your loved one on the comfy beach bed as you watch the sunset. Ahhhhh, beautiful! It's a wonderful, romantic resort with lots of options to do as much or as little as you want. And since all the food and drinks are included, you don't have to worry about always having money or a credit card with you.
And of course, I should mention how wonderful and accomodating the staff are at all the Sandals properties. They are very well trained and of course want to make sure everybody has the best vacation experience. There is comfort in knowing that when you travel to a Sandals property, you will be very well taken care of and they will do their best to accomodate you and any request you may have.
I will post some pictures on my Facebook page so please take a minute to check those out too. I think once you see and experience the all-inclusive luxury of the Sandals properties, you may never want to go anywhere else but Sandals! They have many other different hotels in other parts of the Caribbean as well - St Lucia, Jamaica, and their newest resort is in the Exumas Islands of the Bahamas and will be opening in January (Again, WOW - pure luxury at this new resort). If you would like any further info on any of the properties, would like a brochure, or if you are ready to book your next vacation, please let me know!!
'Beaches' resort in Turks & Caicos - All I can say is WOW! What a FABULOUS vacation destination! This place has it all! As with all Sandals properties, it is all-inclusive which means all your drinks, meals, activities, are all included in one price. How cool is that?? Beaches in Turks & Caicos has something for everyone, and is a great place for a family vacation, honeymoon, destination wedding, family reunion, girlfriend getaway, anniversary, birthday, etc - you get the idea!
This resort has 16 wonderful restaurants to choose from, a beautiful 12-mile stretch of soft sandy beach with calm ocean for swimming/ snorkeling, 4 huge pools with swim-up bars, activities throughout the day and evening for everyone, and I mean everyone! If you have kids, they will love this place! From the little ones up to teenagers, there is something fun to keep them busy! There is a waterpark with slides, a lazy river, and splash pad + lots of activities planned each day. If you want to get away from the kids, there are plenty of places for the adults to enjoy themselves too. At the beach, there is a myriad of activities to keep you busy if you want. Or you can just chill on the comfy padded beach chairs sipping your pina colada and enjoying the beautiful ocean breeze! You can do as much or as little as you like!
So where are the Turks and Caicos islands you may ask? Well, it is only about a 4 hour flight from Chicago, 1 hour from Miami, and 2.5 hours from NY so very easy to get to. It's an unspoilt destination that many people haven't even heard of, so if you like to be ahead of the game and go someplace different, then I would definitely recommend it!
'Sandals' Royal Bahamian in Nassau - this is a wonderful 'couples only' resort in beautiful Bahamas. This Sandals resort is considered one of the Caribbean's most elegant resorts, and has been voted as the top Spa resort in the Caribbean as well. There are 9 dining options to choose from, very spacious rooms, and they even have their own PRIVATE offshore island. Yes, that's right, a private island only for the guests of the resort! And it's romantic too! Imagine having a candlelit dinner on the beach, with the sound of the waves lapping onto the shore. And after dinner, relaxing with your loved one on the comfy beach bed as you watch the sunset. Ahhhhh, beautiful! It's a wonderful, romantic resort with lots of options to do as much or as little as you want. And since all the food and drinks are included, you don't have to worry about always having money or a credit card with you.
And of course, I should mention how wonderful and accomodating the staff are at all the Sandals properties. They are very well trained and of course want to make sure everybody has the best vacation experience. There is comfort in knowing that when you travel to a Sandals property, you will be very well taken care of and they will do their best to accomodate you and any request you may have.
I will post some pictures on my Facebook page so please take a minute to check those out too. I think once you see and experience the all-inclusive luxury of the Sandals properties, you may never want to go anywhere else but Sandals! They have many other different hotels in other parts of the Caribbean as well - St Lucia, Jamaica, and their newest resort is in the Exumas Islands of the Bahamas and will be opening in January (Again, WOW - pure luxury at this new resort). If you would like any further info on any of the properties, would like a brochure, or if you are ready to book your next vacation, please let me know!!
October Cruise Month!
Happy National Cruise Vacation Month! Keep an eye out for great cruise deals throughout October in celebration!
FYI - there are also lots of Early Booking Discounts if you are looking at a vacation for 2010 or 2011. Also, many new ships coming out in July. Stay tuned for more updates!
FYI - there are also lots of Early Booking Discounts if you are looking at a vacation for 2010 or 2011. Also, many new ships coming out in July. Stay tuned for more updates!
Beaches WonderFall Event - Book now to save up to 65% at Beaches Jamaica or Turks & Caicos
This Fall Turns Into WonderFALL with More Fun and Savings at Beaches Resorts
When it comes to family vacations, no other resort in the world offers more than Beaches Resorts. Beaches is The Luxury Included® Family Vacation, where everyone in the family can enjoy endless fun in the sun…and best of all it’s all included!
For a limited time only, save up to 65%* and get up to 1 night free on new bookings made before before October 1, 2009.
Exclusive WonderFALL** Events:
A WonderFALL Family Reunion
Beaches has created a Caribbean-style Family Reunion.
Inclusions: Private Family Picnic, Group Dinner, 5”x 7” Family Photo, Family Reunion Concierge
Plus, this fall, get room category upgrades, a complimentary Catamaran Adventure and more!^
Make a WonderFALL Difference in the Community
We are dedicated to helping island children learn to read, preserve the environment, and improve the local community. Help us promote literacy throughout the Caribbean by donating a new or gently used book during your fall vacation.
Decorate your Bag-O-Treats
A Fall-o-Ween party with music and merriment—plus of course, trick or treating. The Crayola® WonderFALL Art Project lets kids decorate their own special bag with lots of glitter, markers and more…creating the perfect sack to rack up handfuls of sweets!
Little Tyke Monster Jam Session
Scratch DJ Academy® brings a new version of jammin’ to the Caribbean for the entire family. Parents and kids get into the groove together with golden oldies like Hot Potato and more–remixed for today with an upbeat new sound.
Dive-In Movies
Watch a movie with the whole gang under the stars amidst the cool waters of our gigantic pool and plenty of popcorn
All Meals and Gourmet Dining
Unlimited premium brand drinks & cocktails plus anytime snacks
A wide selection of land and water sports including tennis & Scuba diving
Supervised kids camp
XBOX® Game Garage
The Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street. Kids get to interact with some of their favorite
Sesame Street characters like Elmo, Zoe, Cookie Monster, Grover and Bert & Ernie
Certified Nannies Service & Nursery
All Tips & Hotel Taxes
Roundtrip Airport Transfers
*Up to 65% offer applies to new bookings of min. 3 nights made before October 1, 2009 at select resorts and specific room categories for travel now through December 19, 2009 and January 1 - December 17, 2010. Blackout dates apply.
**WonderFALL Events are valid on new bookings only for travel now through November 30, 2009. All events, appearances and dates are subject to change. Beaches Resorts is a proud sponsor of Sesame Street.
^Character Breakfast available at additional cost.
^^Resort dive certification course available at additional cost.
^^^Family Reunion special activities based on a 5-room minimum booking on a 3-night minimum stay. Not combinable with any other discount. Certain restrictions apply. Not applicable to group weddings.
Offer may be changed or withdrawn at any time without notice. Not responsible for errors or omissions.
Free night offer applies only to adult rates, (children do not receive the free night). Valid for new bookings of 7 nights made before October 1, 2009 for travel between Now- November 30, 2009. Maximum 2 person limit for offer. Promotion is combinable with Beaches consumer savings for Single Parent Fun Months, Sandals Select points and Free Weddings where applicable. Offer is not combinable with any other free night promotion or resort's credit nights. May not be applicable for group bookings. Offer can be changed or withdrawn at any time.
When it comes to family vacations, no other resort in the world offers more than Beaches Resorts. Beaches is The Luxury Included® Family Vacation, where everyone in the family can enjoy endless fun in the sun…and best of all it’s all included!
For a limited time only, save up to 65%* and get up to 1 night free on new bookings made before before October 1, 2009.
Exclusive WonderFALL** Events:
A WonderFALL Family Reunion
Beaches has created a Caribbean-style Family Reunion.
Inclusions: Private Family Picnic, Group Dinner, 5”x 7” Family Photo, Family Reunion Concierge
Plus, this fall, get room category upgrades, a complimentary Catamaran Adventure and more!^
Make a WonderFALL Difference in the Community
We are dedicated to helping island children learn to read, preserve the environment, and improve the local community. Help us promote literacy throughout the Caribbean by donating a new or gently used book during your fall vacation.
Decorate your Bag-O-Treats
A Fall-o-Ween party with music and merriment—plus of course, trick or treating. The Crayola® WonderFALL Art Project lets kids decorate their own special bag with lots of glitter, markers and more…creating the perfect sack to rack up handfuls of sweets!
Little Tyke Monster Jam Session
Scratch DJ Academy® brings a new version of jammin’ to the Caribbean for the entire family. Parents and kids get into the groove together with golden oldies like Hot Potato and more–remixed for today with an upbeat new sound.
Dive-In Movies
Watch a movie with the whole gang under the stars amidst the cool waters of our gigantic pool and plenty of popcorn
All Meals and Gourmet Dining
Unlimited premium brand drinks & cocktails plus anytime snacks
A wide selection of land and water sports including tennis & Scuba diving
Supervised kids camp
XBOX® Game Garage
The Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street. Kids get to interact with some of their favorite
Sesame Street characters like Elmo, Zoe, Cookie Monster, Grover and Bert & Ernie
Certified Nannies Service & Nursery
All Tips & Hotel Taxes
Roundtrip Airport Transfers
*Up to 65% offer applies to new bookings of min. 3 nights made before October 1, 2009 at select resorts and specific room categories for travel now through December 19, 2009 and January 1 - December 17, 2010. Blackout dates apply.
**WonderFALL Events are valid on new bookings only for travel now through November 30, 2009. All events, appearances and dates are subject to change. Beaches Resorts is a proud sponsor of Sesame Street.
^Character Breakfast available at additional cost.
^^Resort dive certification course available at additional cost.
^^^Family Reunion special activities based on a 5-room minimum booking on a 3-night minimum stay. Not combinable with any other discount. Certain restrictions apply. Not applicable to group weddings.
Offer may be changed or withdrawn at any time without notice. Not responsible for errors or omissions.
Free night offer applies only to adult rates, (children do not receive the free night). Valid for new bookings of 7 nights made before October 1, 2009 for travel between Now- November 30, 2009. Maximum 2 person limit for offer. Promotion is combinable with Beaches consumer savings for Single Parent Fun Months, Sandals Select points and Free Weddings where applicable. Offer is not combinable with any other free night promotion or resort's credit nights. May not be applicable for group bookings. Offer can be changed or withdrawn at any time.
MSC Cruises - Winter Getaway!
Winter Getaway Sale
Over 60% Off 7 Night Caribbean Cruises
Don't miss this great opportunity to getaway from the blues of winter and into a world of blue skies and sunshine. Take in the beauty of the Caribbean on a seven night cruise aboard one of the newest ships to sail the Caribbean MSC Poesia. Discover the secrets of ancient Mayan civilizations and underwater reefs teeming with colorful fish, explore pastel villages, lush rainforests. Onboard discover the perfect blend of European charm and modern Italian elegance. Come sail with us to extraordinary destinations departing from an array of exotic ports in true European style, on a Winter getaway you will not soon forget at a value you'll appreciate forever. Special fares start from just $399*
Call me to learn more: 1.312.339.2208
Over 60% Off 7 Night Caribbean Cruises
Don't miss this great opportunity to getaway from the blues of winter and into a world of blue skies and sunshine. Take in the beauty of the Caribbean on a seven night cruise aboard one of the newest ships to sail the Caribbean MSC Poesia. Discover the secrets of ancient Mayan civilizations and underwater reefs teeming with colorful fish, explore pastel villages, lush rainforests. Onboard discover the perfect blend of European charm and modern Italian elegance. Come sail with us to extraordinary destinations departing from an array of exotic ports in true European style, on a Winter getaway you will not soon forget at a value you'll appreciate forever. Special fares start from just $399*
Call me to learn more: 1.312.339.2208
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