Showing posts with label reduced deposit. Show all posts
Showing posts with label reduced deposit. Show all posts

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Royal Caribbean WOW Sale Now in Progress

How WoulGed You Like 
Some Free Money?

For two days only, Royal Caribbean is giving out FREE money with every 2011 sailing booked during this WOW sale.


Getting free money couldn't be much easier.  If you have been considering a Royal Caribbean cruise after January 1, 2011, you can reserve your cruise during this sale and receive up to $200 per cabin in an onboard credit (click the link above for details and terms).   

Another benefit from this WOW sale is REDUCED DEPOSITS.   Lock in today's prices on the best available cabins and only put a deposit of 50% of the required amount.   This means that even if you are short on cash at the present time, you can still plan your cruise for next year and have plenty of time to make payments before the final payment is due.

If that isn't enough incentive,  this offer includes the newest and largest ships afloat ...  Oasis of the Seas and the brand new Allure of the Seas.   Search for your Royal Caribbean cruise here

EXCLUSIVE  ADDED BONUS: When Booking an Outside and above Stateroom Between 12/1 and 3/31/11 Receive a Complimentary Dinner for Two in a Specialty Restaurant! (see above link for details)

Monday, May 3, 2010

Cruise With Chris to Greek Isles

cruise to greek isles with me
Accepting Reservations Now

The beautiful Greek Isles of Santorini, Mykonos, Athens, Katakolon, and Corfu are among the stops of this 12 Night Greek Isles & Mediterranean Cruise on Star Princess.   Sail with me from Rome on May 30, 2011 and arrive in Venice after visiting some of the most picturesque islands in the world.  

Now through May 17, 2010 - Reduced Deposits & $325 Coupon Book.
This reduced deposit sale can also be applied to any Princess Cruise of 7 nights or longer in 2010/2011.

I have reserved a limited number of cabins at special pricing on this Star Princess itinerary.   There will be other surprises on board for those that join me on this voyage to Greece. 

Itinerary:   Monte Carlo, Florence/Pisa, Naples/Capri, Santorini, Mykonos, Athens (Piraeus), Katakolon, Corfu, Split, Venice, Venice


Cruise - Only Package*

Included: Shipboard accommodations, ocean transportation, most meals, some beverages and most onboard entertainment.   Not Included: Air transportation**; transfers**; items of a personal nature, such as shore & land excursions**, specialty restaurant fees, some beverages, photographs, gratuities/service fees, medical services, etc.  ** You can add these during or after the reservation process.

*Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, for cruise only. Government taxes and fees are additional. Subject to availability. Certain restrictions apply. Princess reserves right to add fuel supplement.

Pre-Cruise Package Available

Not only can you Cruise with Chris, but you can also Tour with Chris in Rome.  Join her for 2 fun-filled days in Rome prior to boarding Star Princess for the Greek Isles.

2-Night Hotel Accommodations in Rome, Transfers from Airport to Hotel, 2 days Sightseeing in Rome, Transfers from Hotel to Pier

Also Ask about Post-Cruise Venice and Airfares


Wednesday, April 7, 2010

SpongeBob Spotted On Norwegian Jewel


Exclusive Family Entertainment
Norwegian Jewel & Epic

I've just received an inside tip that SpongeBob, of Nickelodeon fame, was spotted this month on Norwegian Jewel.  The photo above, from an insider at Norwegian Cruise Line, confirms this.  SpongeBob is seen relaxing in the sun on Norwegian Jewel.   Doesn't he look nice and relaxed?   

No SpongeBob isn't on Spring Break.   In fact, starting in April on Norwegian Jewel and this Summer on Norwegian Epic, Nickelodeon and Norwegian Cruise Line have teamed up to create one-of-a-kind family cruise vacations... introducing Nickelodeon at Sea, exclusively on Norwegian Cruise line.

This program was announced in January, 2010... Nickelodeon At Sea

Slimmed - Courtesy NCL
Experience a whole new level of imaginative activities and entertainment specifically designed for everyone in the family from kids to teens to adults.
  • Catch a show starring everyone's favorite Nickelodeon characters, including SpongeBob SquarePants, Dora the Explorer and more.
  • Splash and play with new poolside activities and games.
  • Meet your favorite Nickelodeon stars with character breakfasts and other fun meet and greets throughout the ship.
  • Enjoy exciting trips ashore designed specifically for families.

    Itineraries:   Norwegian Jewel  (New York R/T)    Norwegian Epic  (Miami - East/West Caribbean)

     A cruise vacation is fun for the whole family.   With the addition of Nickelodeon at Sea, NCL adds another dimension to Freestyle Cruising®.  Several cruise lines have added characters on board their ships over the years.   This has always been a hit with the young crowd, so we are certain this will also be a success.

    Click on one of the ships above to plan a family vacation on one of these ships, book your vacation, and send me your pictures of SpongeBob with your family.  We'll post your pictures in a future column.

    Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B)

    If you aren't familiar with NCL's Freestyle Cruising®,  search my blog for other articles.  Hint:  Right now there's a sale in progress:  NCL Spring Sales Event (through April 19th)


    Monday, February 15, 2010

    NCL Freestyle Bonus Hawaii Sailings


    ANY SAILING. ANY DESTINATION.
    HURRY - OFFER ENDS MARCH 14
    (And the best staterooms go first.)

    The Year of the Freestyle Vacation

    Norwegian Cruise Line continues their Year of the Freestyle Vacation celebration with the next of the Special Bonus offers. The current offer highlights their Hawaii Cruises.

    Free upgrades available on Hawaii sailings.
    PLUS: Free Inside to Oceanview upgrades available on virtually all sailings. AND, 50% reduced deposit.*
    Sailings starting from $115/Day. Find Your Cruise.


    Hawaii The Aloha State

    More than 2000 miles from the nearest major land mass, the Hawaiian Islands form the most isolated group of islands in the world. Palm-fringed beaches, tropical sunsets, Polynesian luau's, glowing volcanoes . . . there's something for everyone in Hawaii. .

    Hawaiian cruises are the ultimate "island-hopping" adventures, affordably taking you from one tropical Hawaiian Island to another while experiencing the luxurious features of your cruise ship.

    Enjoy 7 Nights in Paradise

    The Pride of America is your transportation to Paradise. Begin and end your cruise in Honolulu, the capital city of Hawaii. Most cruises overnight in Maui and Kauai with stops in Hilo and Kona. Plan to spend extra time if you can before or after your cruise so that you can visit the sites of Honolulu including the Arizona Memorial.

    Select Hawaii or one of Norwegian Cruise Line's other destinations and do whatever you want whenever you want on a Freestyle Vacation.

    *Offer valid through March 14, 2010. Two week bonus offer valid from 2/15/2010 to 2/28/2010. Minimum 2 category upgrade, maximum 6 category upgrade. One coupon booklet (value up to $400) per stateroom. Offer applies to 2010 sailings only. Restrictions apply. Contact your Cruise Consultant for complete details .NCL Itineraries

    Saturday, January 9, 2010

    New Star Princess Deployments

    Two popular 12-day Greek Isles sailings have been added for 2010

    An Exciting Variety of European Itineraries for 2010

    Princess Cruises 2010 program features more choices than ever before — 39 unique itineraries, nine of which are new — plus 11 new ports this season, seven of which are maiden calls, including Cephalonia, Khios, Itea (for Delphi), Koper (for Ljubljana), Nice, Lübeck (Travemünde) and Eidfjord.

    Also see previous blog post: Princess Announces 2010 Europe Program

    Travel back to civilization’s roots

    Discover ancient lands and legendary cities on a magical 12-day Greek Isles voyage with Princess®. Sail between Venice and Rome on the spectacular Ruby Princess,® Crown Princess® or Star Princess®. You’ll visit Croatia’s walled seaside city of Dubrovnik, stroll the Parthenon at the Acropolis in Athens, and take in the timeless beauty of Rhodes, Santorini and Mykonos, plus an overnight in romantic Venice and much more.

    Oct 29th and Nov 10th Added on Star Princess

    Venice (Overnight), Dubrovnik, Corfu, Katakolon (for Olympia), Athens (Piraeus), Mykonos, Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Rhodes, Santorini, Naples (for Capri & Pompeii), Rome (Civitavecchia)

    (Port order may vary depending on sail date)

    Take an unforgettable gondola through the Venice's winding canals or a walk through its alleys and piazzas, and you’ll soon be under city’s spell just as visitors have been for centuries. Nearly every view in this picture–perfect city presents a new photo opportunity, from St. Mark’s Square to the Doge’s Palace, Venice is a feast for the senses. Imagine, that's just the start of your adventure.

    Special Exclusive Offer
    Book by January 21, 2010

    Receive Princess Coupon Book
    $325 Value

    Plus Reduced Deposits
    (click for details)

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    Monday, July 27, 2009

    Welcome to New Readers

    Streamwood Summer Celebration
    Princess Cruise Sale Thru August 1st

    The Streamwood Summer Celebration is now over and I'm happy to report that we met with many people at the Business Expo that are interested in a cruise vacation. We really enjoy talking with new cruisers. With over 25 years of cruise industry experince we are able to answer just about any question a first-timer or even the seasoned-cruiser can think up.

    Don't forget, the Princess Cruise Sale continues through the end of this week. Receive a reduced deposit of $100 per person and a coupon book valued at $325. That can be combined with most other offers to provide you with even more value. This is an exclusive cruise sale, so take advantage of it now.

    I'd like to welcome new readers, many of which we met at the expo. Think of this blog as your source of information about cruise vacations. If you utilize all the information provided in this column, on our websites, and on our Facebook page, you will have a good foundation for keeping up to date on offers, changes in the industry, and reviews from our personal experiences.

    The discussions during the expo weren't much different than those we have all the time. We share our personal experiences and knowledge of the various cruise lines that sail to the destinations that interest you. Since we represent all cruise lines, we can compare the various cruises and offer suggestions based on your requirements and interests. We take all the worry out of planning by being your interface with the cruise companies, sorting out all the requirements and finding the best available fare for the cruise you select.

    Some questions that help us find the right cruise for you: What do you like to do when on vacation? What sort of accommodation are you looking for (inside, outside, balcony, suite, multiple cabins, handicap cabin, etc)? Do you want to fly or drive to the embarkation port? Where do you want to go and begin your cruise vacation from? When do you want to go and how long do you want to be on vacation?

    These are just a few questions that help us to assist you in planning the perfect cruise vacation. Our value goes beyond booking your reservation. What's more important is finding the right cruise for you that will provide good value and a great vacation.

    I've been writing this blog now for a couple years and there is quite a lot of content. To make it easier to find that tidbit of information from one of my past blog posts, I've added Blogger's Search capability to the right-hand navigation. You don't even have to leave the blog to narrow your search.

    For the first-time readers, I'd suggest you take a look at the Archive to see some of my past posts. One of the most popular topics are my reviews of the various dining options onboard the ships. I've talked about our past trips to places like the Galapagos, Caribbean, Europe, Canada, Mexico, Hawaii, and many other destinations. I've talked about new ships like the Norwegian Epic, Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas, and Celebrity Solstice.

    Visit my website to sign up for my weekly eSavers newsletter (you can also sign up right here on the blog). I list Hot deals here and on my website. You can learn about what's new in the industry here and also on the front page of my website. If you want to see pictures from our cruises, I often have links in the blog posts, but you can also visit Our Shutterfly Page .

    Become a Fan on my Facebook Page

    Wednesday, July 22, 2009

    Streamwood Summer Celebration - Exclusive Princess Sale

    Streamwood Summer Celebration
    Princess Cruise Sale Thru August 1st

    If you are in the Greater Chicagoland area, the village of Streamwood is holding their annual Summer Celebration this coming weekend. The festival starts Friday, July 24th and runs through Sunday, July 26th.

    We will have a booth in the Expo Tent. Expo hours are different from the fair, so be sure to check the schedule. The fair grounds are located at Hoosier Grove Park, 700 W. Irving Park Road, Streamwood. More details about the Streamwood Summer Celebration.

    We have setup an Exclusive One Week Princess Cruise Sale in conjunction with the celebration. This sale offers great savings and exciting extras including reduced $100 pp deposits and onboard coupon book worth up to $325 in onboard services. More information about the coupon book (click here).

    Besides the coupon book, we still have block space on several Princess Cruise itineraries to popular destinations. If you book one of those select sailings, you'll also receive an onboard credit and other exciting offers.


    Book between July 25 - August 1st
    to take advantage of this Exclusive Cruise Sale. Visit us at the Expo, email, or call for more details. I hope to meet those of you who are in the area at the Summer Celebration.

    Tuesday, June 16, 2009

    NOW is the Time to Cruise Norwegian Cruise Line

    Norwegian Cruise Line's
    NOW Sale Thru June 19th

    Book between June 16 and June 19 to take advantage of these amazing offers!

    This is a great time to plan a cruise for Dads and Grads. Take the entire family on a cruise vacation to Alaska, Europe, Hawaii, or other destinations that Norwegian Cruise Line sails to.

    By booking NOW you can receive up to $250 in on board credits as well as take advantage of reduced deposits. Here is a sampling of NOW offers:

    Alaska Sailings from $54 per day

    Bahamas & Florida Sailings from $50 per day

    Bermuda Sailings from $78 per day

    Canada & New England Sailings from $65 per day

    Caribbean Sailings from $60 per day

    Mexican Riviera Sailings from $48 per day

    Repositioning Sailings from $58 per day

    South America Sailings from $68 per day
    Call or email me to start planning your cruise NOW.