Isn't It Time

We've just returned from our National Conference on Celebrity Apex and are thrilled to bring you this fantastic Wave Season offer from Celebrity Cruises. Thanks to the new protocols in place, we had a perfectly safe, healthy, and exceptional cruise experience. Isn't it time to start cruising again?

Don't delay, take advantage of this special Wave offer with an Overlay Starting Today!!

Contact us for more details on the Wave Offer including special Air prices.

 

DETAILS:

• Cruise Fare Savings Offer
• Booking Window: Dec. 14, 2021 – Feb. 28, 2022  
• Applicable Sailings: Jan. 1, 2022 – Mar. 31, 2023
• Combinable with Always Included 
• Available as Refundable and Non-Refundable Deposit Pricing
• Tiered Cruise Fare Savings: Listed per person, based on length of cruise and stateroom category.

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Get On Deck With Captain Lee and Kate

We seldom post information about offers on our blog, but we wanted to be sure our readers that aren't on our other Social Media accounts didn't miss out on this opportunity.

We have arranged an exclusive sailing with Captain Lee and Kate aboard Celebrity Equinox next June.   There are limited cabins still available, but they will sell out fast.   Don't miss this opportunity to join in on the fun.   Watch this video to see what's in store for you on this sailing.

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National Cruise Vacation Week October 20-27, 2013

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.

 
CLIA member cruise lines have put together some special offers in honor of NCVW.  Here is a sampling from many of the major cruise lines.  Take advantage of these additional savings.

Cruise Line	Offer Details
AMA Waterways	Up to $500 OBC on select 2013 & 2014 Voyages
Avalon	Save up to $1300 Per Couple on Select 2014 sailings
Azamara Club Cruises	Up to $500 OBC on Select 2014 Europe Voyages
Carnival Cruise Lines	Up to $300 OBC on Select Sailings
Celebrity Cruises	Up to $200 OBC on Alaska, Bermuda, Caribbean or Europe Sailings
Costa Cruises	Rates from $50* per day/50% Reduced Deposit
Cunard	Up to $300 OBC Plus Complimentary Balcony Upgrade on Select Sailings
Holland America Lines	Up to $200 OBC combinable with Explore 4 on Select Sailings
MSC Cruises	Up to $200 OBC on Select Divina Sailings
Norwegian Cruise Lines	Up to $500 OBC Plus Reduced Deposit on Select Sailings
Oceania	Up to $850 OBC On Select Sailings
Paul Gaugin	Up to $200 OBC on 2014 Sailings
Regent Seven Seas Cruises	$200 OBC per suite for 2013 and 2014 New Bookings
Princess Cruises	Save up to $2000 per stateroom on select sailings
Royal Caribbean International	Up to $100 OBC per booking on Caribbean Sailings
Windstar Cruises	$100 OBC on Select Sailings

October 2013 is National Cruise Vacation Month

October is National Cruise Vacation Month

Explore the World of Cruise Vacationing
October 1 - 31, 2013
 

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.  We'll also be featuring articles about cruising all month long in addition to our normal blog posts, so be sure to come back often to explore.

There are special offers throughout the month. The highlight will be October 20-27, 2013 which is designated the National Cruise Vacation Week (NCVW). We have a special page which lists the offers and other information.

The Sea is Calling and Barbie Answered

 Making Holiday Dreams

Come True 

for Little Girls

Just in time for the Holidays  

Save 30% Off the Experience
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Since March 1959, Barbie^TM dolls have been an integral part of little girls' dreams and an important part of the fashion doll market.  As the holidays approach, little girls make up their wish lists of dolls and accessories for their toy chests. 

Taking things one step further, Royal Caribbean International has entered into a partnership with American toy-company Mattel, Inc. to bring the fashion dolls to sea in an exclusive add-on package.

The Barbie^TM Premium Experience, caters to girls age 4 to 11, but is open to anyone that loves Barbie.  Guests set sail on a Barbie dream cruise complete with fun, fashion and runway moments. Participants make lifelong memories and take to the waves in true Barbie style!


The experience starts in your stateroom with a decorated vanity area and special Barbie package including a Barbie^TM doll, three fashion accessories, blanket, pillowcase and toiletries. There are events throughout the cruise designed exclusively for children in the program that include a tea party, dance class, fashion design experience and fashion show.

The program fee for the Barbie^TM Premium Experience is $349 per child. For 3-4 night Bahamas sailings guests will receive a limited experience (no tea party or fashion designer workshop and smaller in-stateroom package) for $75. Once booked there are no additional charges for the activities included in the Premium Experience. 

Did you play with Barbie, Ken, and their playmates when you were growing up?   Would you daughters like to do so as well?   What was your favorite doll or accessory?  Don't you wish you could be a kid again (I know that I would.)?   Bring Barbie and her friends to life on one of Royal Caribbean's ships and watch the sparkle in the little girl's eyes.

2013 Summer Celebration Now History

Streamwood Summer Celebration
A Success  

 We've just completed our eighth annual appearance at the Streamwood Summer Celebration's Business Expo sponsored by the Streamwood Chamber of Commerce.

The Summer Celebration runs the last weekend of July each year and is well attended.  We've had all sorts of weather over the years.  This year we had the coolest temperatures with highs in the low 60's with a gentle breeze Friday and Saturday.   There was a downpour on Friday night which concluded with a gorgeous full rainbow.   It reminded us of some we've seen onboard a cruise ship after the storm had passed. Sunday was a little warmer, but it was still more like Fall than Summer.

In addition to show-casing local businesses in the expo tent, there were plenty of activities for families. Local bands performed throughout the weekend, there was a parade on Saturday with over 100 entries this year, rides for the children and young at heart, bingo, face-painting, ice cream eating content for the children and lots more.  Many volunteers from the village make this a special event each and every year.

Lots of Interest in Land & Sea Vacations

We spoke to many couples, families, and individuals that were interested in getting away for a vacation.   As usual, we had a large supply of brochures, which we call "wish books" on hand.  One of the most popular brochures was the Royal Caribbean Oasis-class brochure which highlights this marvelous cruise ship. The most popular destination was Alaska.   Coming in second was Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, the site of our National Convention last year.

Unfortunately, I couldn't talk with everyone personally this year because I was splitting my time between my booth and the Streamwood Chamber of Commerce's booth.   I still devote a lot of my time to the Chamber as past President, Board of Directors Member, and Chairman of the Streamwood Summer Celebration Chamber of Commerce Committee. On Friday, I was kept busy getting the businesses setup.  Saturday and Sunday I was busy answering questions at the Chamber booth, making announcements, and  judging contests.  I'd like to thank my Executive Assistant, Donna Lenhardt, who was invaluable in getting the event setup and assisting me throughout the weekend. 

Special Promotion Continues

We had a special Royal Caribbean promotion with up to $200 onboard credit for select sailings now through 2014.  The exclusive offer runs through July 31st - so be sure to see our website and Facebook Fan Page for complete details or contact us directly.

There are many other promotions - see our website for complete details.   For those looking for a Resort Getaway, see our current Resorts & Tours Specials.

Disney Fans with Kids Mickey has a Great Offer

Kids Sail Free on Select Cruises from Galveston

Disney Magic 6-Night and 8-Night Sailings Kids ages 17 and under can sail FREE on select 6-night and 8-night Disney Cruise Line® sailings from Galveston, Texas. To take advantage of this offer, kids must travel with two full-fare Guests in the same stateroom in categories 4A - 11B on select cruises from January 4 - March 1, 2013. new 8-night Bahamian itinerary sailing from Galveston exciting 6- and 8-night Western Caribbean cruises Check Availability

Castaway Cay With the new 8-night Bahamian itinerary sailing from Galveston, you can visit the Walt Disney World® Resort and Disney’s own private island paradise, Castaway Cay. Walt Disney World® Included in the cruise fare on this itinerary is a 1-Day Magic Your Way® Ticket with Park Hopper® Option for each Guest and complimentary round-trip transportation between the ship and the Resort.

We seldom include cruise offers in our column, but when something like this crosses our desk, we would be remiss if we didn't share this with our readers.   Our Facebook Fans learned about the offer yesterday shortly after we got the notification from Disney Travel.   

Notice that if you take advantage of this and book the 8-night itinerary, you also get a 1-day  Magic Your Way® Ticket with Park Hopper® Option for each Guest and complimentary round-trip transportation between the ship and the Resort.   That alone is worth in excess of and additional $400 savings for a family of four.

Offer Details:

To take advantage of this offer, kids must travel with two full-fare Guests in the same stateroom in categories 4A - 11B on select cruises from Jan. 4 - March 1, 2013. Government Taxes and Fees are approximately $52 per person for 6-night Western Caribbean cruises, $66 per person for 8-night Western Caribbean cruises, and $84 per person for 8-night Bahamian cruises (all amounts subject to change).

Travel Window:

• Most sail dates January 4 - March 1, 2013

Additional Details:

• Must mention booking code KFO at time of booking
• This offer is only available to residents of the U.S. and Canada
• Offer applies only to stateroom categories 4A - 11B
• Excludes suites, category 11C staterooms and GTY categories with restrictions (VGT, OGT, IGT)
• The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited
• Stateroom accommodations for four or more Guests are limited and based on availability at the time of booking
• This offer cannot be combined with any other special offers or discounts
• Additional Terms and Conditions apply

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October 2012 - National Cruise Vacation Month

October is National Cruise Vacation Month

Explore the World of Cruise Vacationing
October 1 - 31, 2012 
 

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.  Each day we will add another link to our Virtual National Cruise Vacation Week Calendar 2012 featuring articles of interest about cruising.

There are special offers throughout the month. The highlight will be October 21-27, 2012 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! 

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Streamwood Summer Celebration 2012

Exclusive Royal Caribbean Sale in Conjunction with 

Streamwood Summer Celebration

Meet me at the show

Once a year we participate in our local Chamber of Commerce hosted Summer Celebration.  For those in the area, it is your chance to meet us in person to discuss your vacation plans, pick up some brochures, and take advantage of our exclusive offers setup in conjunction with the event.   Here is one of those specials that we will be featuring during the event July 27th - 29th.  We also extend the offers to our readers - ask us for complete details.  (click the link above for times and location)


Brochures

We get several calls for cruise ship and land vacation brochures.   In this day and age, the majority of the suppliers have cut down on printed materials and replaced them with online versions.

We stock brochures that are available from our suppliers on a regular basis and increase our stock in time for this annual event.   If you are in the area, this is a great opportunity for you to browse our "wish books".

Did you know that was how I convinced my husband to take an Alaska cruise?  He had said, "It's cold there.   We live where it's cold.  Why would I go on a vacation to somewhere that is cold?"   Well we've been back to Alaska several times since that initial look at an Alaska brochure.

What's on your wish list?   If we don't have a brochure, we'll be happy to do some research and provide you with all the details.

Come see us if you are in the area this weekend - or call us afterwards to discuss your wish list.

Receive up to $100 USD Onboard Credit per Stateroom

Applicable for new Outside Staterooms & Above

Booked on Select Ships & Sailing Dates

Booking Window:  07/29/12 - 08/04/12

Contact Us for Complete Details Including Applicable Sailings

Kids Sail Free to Alaska on Disney Wonder

Disney Wonder begins sailing in Alaska in May, 2011.   This is the first time that Disney has entered the Alaskan market and should prove to be a big success.   Begin with the wonder and magic onboard a Disney ship,  add in the splendor and beauty of Alaska and your family is in for a real adventure they won't forget for years to come.    To start the season, Disney Cruise line has the special offer:

Kids Sail Free on Select Alaska Cruises

Kids age 17 and under sail free when traveling with 2 full-fare Guests in the same Oceanview or Verandah stateroom on most Alaska cruises from May 3, 2011 to May 24, 2011. Government Taxes and Fees not included.

One of the following staterooms must be booked to be eligible for this offer:

• Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom With Verandah
• Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Navigator's Verandah
• Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom With Verandah
• Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom

Important Details
Offer is only available to U.S. and Canada residents and is valid on most sailings from May 3, 2011 to May 24, 2011 in Verandah and Oceanview staterooms only. Suite, concierge and inside staterooms are excluded. The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited. Eligible kids will be required to provide proof of age. Offer applies to cruise fare only. Government Taxes and Fees and Port Adventures are not included. This offer cannot be combined with any other special offers or discounts. Additional Terms and Conditions apply.

Subject to Limited Availability - So Book Now Before It's Too Late