National Cruise Vacation Week Starts Today

Explore the World of Cruise Vacationing October 17 - 23, 2011  World's Largest Cruise Sale If you've ever thought about going on your first cruise, October is the time to begin that journey. We're joining with member travel agencies from the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) across the US and Canada to host the Virtual National Cruise Vacation Week (NCVW) which is an opportunity for travelers like you to learn more about one of the most popular vacations: cruising! Cruising is all about you. You can find adventure, culture and education or, relax the day away. Dine on fine cuisine. Indulge at the spa. Reconnect with family. Share romantic moments. All this, in the destination of your choice, for a few days, a week or more, on a cruise that's right for you. We have a special page with Cruise Line Videos for you to explore.   Just click the cruise line logo of your choice and watch their video. There are special offers throughout the month. The highlight of the month is this week, October 17-23, 2011 which is designated the National Cruise Vacation Week (NCVW). We have a special page (click here) which lists the offers and other information. Simply click on the cruise line of your choice  and see what special deals they have to offer!  Checkout our Facebook Page for more Cruising Tips and Offers Better yet, give us a call so that we can  personally assist you to make your dreams come true.

WLCN 2010 Virtual Expo Starts Today

Explore the World of Cruise Vacationing

If you've ever thought about going on your first cruise, this month is the time to begin that journey.   

We're joining with member travel agencies from the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) across the US and Canada to host the online World's Largest Cruise Night an opportunity for travelers like you to learn more about one of the most popular vacations: cruising!

Cruising is all about you. You can find adventure, culture and education or, relax the day away. Dine on fine cuisine. Indulge at the spa. Reconnect with family. Share romantic moments. All this, in the destination of your choice, for a few days, a week or more, on a cruise that's right for you. 

We have a special page with Cruise Line Videos for you to explore.   Just click the cruise line logo of your choice and watch their video.

There are special offers throughout the month.   The highlight will be on October 13th which is designated the World's Largest Cruise Night.    We have a special page (click here) which lists the offers and other information.

Simply click on the cruise line of your choice and see what special deals they have to offer! 

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Now is the Time

If you aren't already booked on a cruise for the rest of this year, it's probably too late. There are a few cabins left, but you'd have to be pretty flexible. Does this idea sound really good to you though? Plan early for holiday cruises since they are very popular.

The busy wave season is almost here. Cruise lines will have specials and everyone in the midst of winter storms will be thinking about getting away to somewhere warm. My advice to you is not to wait too long to start planning your winter cruise for several reasons.

Now is the time ...

While driving the other day I saw a billboard that caught my attention... Recession 101 ... they come to an end. The economy has been front and center all year long and the cruise lines have weathered the storm by slashing prices. During a recent meeting with cruise line executives, I was told that prices will soon be on the rise. (That's reason #1 )

I can't even begin to count the number of disappointed people I've spoken to recently who were searching for a cabin at a particular time and found out that there weren't any cabins to be had. This was especially true for callers looking for more than double occupancy. There are limited number of triples and quads on a ship - when they are gone, they are gone. (Reason #2)

Several people settled for their second or third choices when they found out that their first choice wasn't available. The choices varied from cabin type or location, ship, destination, and date. My advice is to book early for best prices and selection. Don't believe the myth that if you wait to the last minute you'll get a great deal. In most cases, I'm able to adjust the prices for clients that booked early should the price be lower at a later point in time. (Reason #3)

These are three very good reasons to plan now for next year's cruise vacation. You have nothing to lose by booking early and everything to gain. Keep in mind that you have up until final payment to change your plans without penatly. If something unforseen were to occur that prevents you from taking your vacation as you planned, you can change your plans or cancel your trip. For those unforseen issues after final payment, be sure to take cruise insurance.

Black Friday - Leave the Stress Behind

Looking for Something Different this Year?

The busy holiday shopping period has begun. If you go to your local mall, people are dashing from store to store frantically trying to find that special gift for a friend or someone they love.

Do you hate going to the malls to shop during this busy season?

Are you struggling to find the perfect gift for someone on your list?

Would that person enjoy a relaxing vacation on a beach like the one pictured above?

Do your gift shopping from the comfort of your home or office.

There is no question that 2009 has been a tough economic year. You might have noticed that several cruise lines introduced new ships this year. The most recent addition is the world's largest cruise ship, the Oasis of the Seas. What were the cruise lines thinking?

A new cruise ship doesn't happen overnight. In fact, from inception of an idea to the inaugural sailing takes many years. When Royal Caribbean placed its order with STX Europe in Finland, the economy was in much different shape.

Now that there is all this extra capacity, each cruise line is competing for passenger's cruise vacation dollars. That's great news for you, the consumer! Every day, fantastic offers have crossed my desk and I've shared them with you, my faithful readers, throughout the year.

Guess what? The bubble is about to burst. Prices will soon be rising again as the economy starts to recover. There is still time to take advantage of the low prices - but you must act now.

Remember my words in a couple months or so. Don't set yourself up for regret - book your 2010 cruise vacations NOW. They make great holiday gifts!!

Take advantage of Black Friday Offers

Let us CUSTOM DESIGN a CRUISE VACATION for YOU.

Exclusive Offers on Royal Caribbean

ROYAL CARIBBEAN INTERNATIONAL

EXCLUSIVE OFFERS

I am happy to offer the following exclusive offers to my blog readers and clients. Now is the time to get away and use those vacation hours that have piled up all year long. Don't lose any hours - take a cruise vacation.

I'd like to call your attention to the Oasis of the Seas sail in particular - December sailings including 2 Holiday Dates!

LIBERTY OF THE SEAS

Book a 7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise aboard the Liberty of the Seas by October 26th and receive $50 Onboard Credit, a Coupon Booklet & 15% Off Shore Excursions Learn more about Liberty of the Seas and applicable sail dates.

OASIS OF THE SEAS

Book a 7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise aboard the Oasis of the Seas by November 2nd and receive $100 Onboard Credit Learn more about Oasis of the Seas and applicable sail dates.

CARIBBEAN CRUISES
Book an Oceanview or higher and we'll take an EXTRA $50, $100, or $200 OFF the total price. Hurry - offer ends November 4th! Learn more about sailings that are up to $200 Off and applicable sail dates.

Click on one of the special offers for more details. Call or email me today - don't delay as inventory is very limited.

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WLCN 3-Day Sale Starts Today

OFFICIAL WLCN SALE

BOOKING WINDOW
OCT. 14-16, 2009

As mentioned in previous posts, there are a number of special offers throughout the month. I'd like to call attention to the following offers which are only valid thru October 16th.

AZAMARA CRUISES

Onboard Credit 2010 Europe sailings

$300 OBC per stateroom for Verandas only
$500 OBC per stateroom for Suites only


CELEBRITY CRUISES

$50 Onboard Credit per stateroom for 3-5 nights
$100 Onboard Credit per stateroom for 6-8 nights
$200 Onboard Credit per stateroom for 9 nights plus

HOLLAND AMERICA CRUISE LINE

3-Day Sale (call for details)

ROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISE LINE

Book an Oceanview or above and get up to $100 Onboard Credit

All offers are for New Bookings ONLY and may have additional Terms and Conditions.

Contact us for complete details.

4th Quarter Celebrity Cruises Panama Canal

Celebrity Cruises

4th Quarter Panama Canal

Cruise Rates From ONLY $69 Per Person Per Day

I've talked about the Panama Canal cruise before and how this could be one of you most memorable cruise vacations. Celebrity cruises has some fantastic rates on 4th quarter Panama Canal cruises.

Have you been procrastinating on scheduling your vacation time this year? Many companies have tightened their "use it or lose it" vacation requirements in recent years. Have you figured out if you need to take a vacation in the 4th quarter so that you don't lose vacation time? Now is the time to check and take advantage of these great Panama Canal deals.

Here are a sample of Just a Few of our "Smoking HOT" 4th Quarter, 2009 Panama Canal Cruise Deals AND Some Incredible "Independent" Air Add-Ons!

November 22, 2009, Celebrity INFINITY (Thanksgiving Cruise!)

"Let Celebrity Do ALL The Cooking This Thanksgiving!"

13 Nights, San Diego to Ft. Lauderdale

(NOTE: Why not form a GROUP and take the entire extended family with you!)

From ONLY:
$69 Per Day! (Or) Just $899 Interior! (AND Just $1,798 For TWO!)$77 Per Day! (Or) Just $999 Ocean View! (AND Just $1,998 For TWO!)
$104 Per Day! (Or) Just $1,349 Veranda! (AND Just $2,698 For TWO!)

NOTE: Independent Air From ONLY $120! (On Delta, for Return Flight Home December 5, from Ft. Lauderdale to San Diego)

November 22, 2009, Celebrity CONSTELLATION...

"The # 1 Rated Large Ship In The World" - 4 Years in a Row (And Counting!)(Thanksgiving Cruise!) "Let Celebrity Do ALL The Cooking This Thanksgiving!"

14 Nights, Miami to San Diego

(NOTE: Why not form a GROUP and take the entire extended family with you!)

From ONLY:
$75 Per Day! (Or) Just $1,049 Interior! (AND Just $2,098 For TWO!)
$93 Per Day! (Or) Just $1,299 Ocean View! (AND Just $2,598 For TWO!)
$121 Per Day! (Or) Just $1,699 Veranda! (AND Just $3,398 For TWO!)

NOTE: Independent Air From ONLY $135! (On Airtran, for outbound flight, November 21, from LAX to Ft. Lauderdale)

December 6, 2009, Celebrity CONSTELLATION...

"The # 1 Rated Large Ship In The World" - 4 Years in a Row (And Counting!)

14 Nights, San Diego to Miami

(NOTE: Celebrate the holidays early - take your whole extended family group!)

From ONLY:
$69 Per Day! (Or) Just $949 Interior! (AND Just $1,898 For TWO!)
$85 Per Day! (Or) Just $1,199 Ocean View! (AND Just $2,398 For TWO!)
$115 Per Day! (Or) Just $1,599 Veranda! (AND Just $3,198 For TWO!)

NOTE: Independent Air From ONLY $256! (On Continental, for return flight, December 20, from Ft. Lauderdale to San Diego)

Make plans now to sail Celebrity Infinity or Celebrity Constellation. Let me help you plan your cruise vacation this 4th quarter to the Panama Canal.