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NCL Para basear 5 navíos no Caribe en 2012 e 2013
05 de xaneiro de 2011 polo administrador
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Norwegian Cruise Line anunciou a implantación do Caribe para a tempada 2012-13 con itinerarios desde Miami, cubrir e Nova Orleans.
Estes cruceiros comezan a ser vendidos hoxe ao público en xeral en 5 de xaneiro. Para reservar chame 1-800-308-3077 para falar con un axente.
En Miami, o épico 4.100 pasaxeiros noruegués
Seguirá alternando sete días Oriental e Oeste do Caribe cruceiros que parten os sábados dende 03 de novembro de 2012, a 13 de abril de 2013. Os cruceiros do Caribe Oriental chamar en St Maarten, St Thomas e Nassau. Os cruceiros Oeste do Caribe parar en Costa Maya e Cozumel, México e Roatán, Bay Islands, Honduras.
Norwegian Jewel
Con Nickelodeon no Mar de programación da familia xunto con Norwegian Epic, tamén pode navegar alterna de sete días Oriental e Oeste do Caribe cruceiros con partida de Miami aos domingos a partir de 14 de outubro de 2012, do 14 de abril de 2013. Os cruceiros do Caribe Oriental chamar en Samaná, República Dominicana, St Thomas, Tortola, e Nassau. Os cruceiros oeste do Caribe visitarán Great Stirrup Cay, illa privada noruegués nas Bahamas, Ocho Ríos, Xamaica, Grand Cayman e Cozumel.
Don noruegués
Vai navegar 10 - e 11 días-cruceiros Sur do Caribe de Miami a partir de 14 outubro de 2012, a 10 de abril de 2013. O cruceiro de 10 días chama en St Thomas, Dominica, Barbados, St Lucia e St Maarten. O cruceiro de 11 días chama en Cartagena, Colombia, Aruba, Curaçao, St Maarten e St Thomas. Don norueguesa tamén vai velejar unha de sete días de cruceiro Caribe Occidentais dende Port Canaveral en 14 de abril de 2012, con paradas en Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Ocho ríos, e Great Stirrup Cay.
Alborada noruegués
En Tampa, a Aurora 2.224 pasaxeiros noruegués substituirá vela Norwegian Star 23 sete días cruceiros no Caribe occidentais parten os domingos a partir de 11 novembro de 2012, aos 14 abril de 2013. O buque vai chamar en Roatán, Belice City, Costa Maya e Cozumel.
Norwegian Star
Será homeport en Nova Orleans durante o inverno ea primavera, ofrecendo cruceiros de sete días Oeste do Caribe todos os domingos con portos de escala, incluíndo Costa Maya, Cozumel, Belice City e Roatán.
NCL tamén ha ofrecer 11 cruceiros de reposición
Varios de unha de catro días costeira do Pacífico para unha canle de Panamá de 17 días a partir do 15 abril - 26 outubro de 2012, con saída de Miami, cubrir, Nova York, Os Anxos, Vancouver e Quebec. Por primeira vez, a liña de cruceiro ha ofrecer un 16-día "América Colonial" cruceiro Aurora noruegués de Quebec City para cubrir o 26 de outubro de 2012, pedindo a Portland, Maine, Boston, Nova York; Baltimore, Maryland; Norfolk, Virxinia, Charleston, SC; Miami e Key West.
Dous Cruceiros Día
Ademais, Norwegian Cruise lines será ofrecido dende Miami en Norwegian Jewel o 12 de outubro de 2012, e de Nova York en Norwegian Gem en 28 de setembro de 2012. Para máis información, ligue para 1-800-308-3077 ou visita www.AvoyaTravel.com .
TravelSmart e Cruceiros pola CaptBob é unha filial do Centro Autorizado Independente de Estados Unidos de vacacións.
Comentarios Norwegian Cruise lines
Cea A elección é túa. Con Freestyle Cruising, viaxa dun mundo de opcións para cea, todo nunha semana. De elegantes bistrôs franceses e trattorias italianas de sushi e bares de tapas, e máis, hai unha opción de cea diferente para case todas as noites do cruceiro. Con ata 10 restaurantes diferentes, cada unha cun menú diversificado en constante cambio, sempre vai atopar exactamente o que está no humor para. E non hai fixo asento do. Imaxinen restaurantes abertos a partir de 5:30 am a media noite para que poida elixir entre unha cea antes do concerto ou unha cea máis tarde romántica para vostedes dous. E por suposto que sempre hai a opción de 24 horas, servizo de habitación. Vostede é libre de cea, onde, cando e con quen escoller.
Roupa
Use o que quere. Vestir de acordo co seu humor. É súas vacacións. "Resort casual" traxe é tan vistoso como sempre ten que ter para a cea. Pero si é elegancia que está soñando, convidámolo a entregarse. Moitos dos nosos restaurantes ofrecen opcións formais. Se prefire vestido máis casual, que é bo, tamén. Como se viste é ata. Servizo
Está a piques de ser mimado. Engadindo adicional tripulantes para todos os buques da nosa flota que somos capaces de ofrecer un servizo excepcional. Con case un membro da tripulación por cabina, pode que seguro que será moi ben coidado tomado cando cruza coa xente.
Actividades Fai todo, ou nada. Para os que prefiren ser activos, o noso programa Estilo de Vida presenta novo Excursións aventureiras, poxas de arte, programas de saúde e benestar, demostracións de cociña - todo tipo de actividades destinadas a desafiar a súa mente, así como o seu corpo. Ou pode simplemente relaxarse e gozar de non ter un programa a continuación. Nós escoller as portas, pero o resto do día é a súa chamada.
Princess Cruise Venda Bonanza Terraza
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Celebrity Cruise Promocións
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SeaDream definido para estrea en Cruceiros Norwegian Fjords Este Ano
04 de xaneiro de 2011 polo administrador
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112 invitados 95 tripulantes, servizo 5 estrelas todo incluído
SeaDream SeaDream Yacht Club de 112 invitados I fará a súa estrea fiorde noruegués Báltico e este ano, comezando con unha viaxe de 11 noites, 28 maio-8 xuño de Hamburgo, Alemaña, para Bergen, Noruega. Incluído no guión é un tránsito da Canle de Kiel, as aldeas de Faaborg, Dinamarca e Marstrand, en Suecia, e oito días navegan polos fiordos.
SeaDream I será o primeiro navío de cruceiro para visitar Faaborg en Dinamarca illa de Fyn (casa de Hans Christian Andersen). SeaDream invitados terán a oportunidade de correr veleiros históricos en Faaborg. Outros eventos destacados desta viaxe inclúe unha chamada en Lillesand, Noruega. Debido ao pequeno tamaño de Lillesand, os buques de cruceiros máis grandes non visitar esta pintoresca aldea. Coñecido polas súas encantadoras pintados de branco "capitán casas" e a súa historia marítima, os hóspedes SeaDream vai ver como os noruegueses pasan os veráns. Skjaergaarden, as pequenas illas preto de Lillesand, teñen casas de veraneo, pertencentes aos máis ricos de Noruega.
O cruceiro remata en Bergen, Noruega, con un churrasco de praia nunha illa veciña. A medida que o calendario se achega a 21 de xuño, o día máis longo do ano, o Midnight Sun baña a Noruega con preto de 24 horas de luz.
As taxas comezan en $ 7.099 por persoa, máis taxas. Prezos ata SeaDream inclúe vistas ao mar aloxamentos, comidas gourmet, viños con xantar e cea, bar aberto con marcas Premium seleccionados, gratificacións, o uso de bicicletas de montaña e moito máis. Para máis información, ligue para 800-308-3077 ou visita www.AvoyaTravel.com .
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SeaDream Yacht Club Resumo
SeaDream Yacht Club
SeaDream Yacht Club leva os clientes de América do centro de vacacións para os playgrounds yachting íntimos, portos e portos onde grandes navíos de cruceiro simplemente non pode ir - vela de abril - novembro, en Europa e no Mediterráneo e novembro-abril, no Caribe.
SeaDream Yacht Club - É Yachting, non cruceiro
Xemelgo mega-iates SeaDream Yacht Club de SeaDream I e II SeaDream foron concibidas como prototipos para a experiencia de iatismo ultra-luxo. Buques Yacht Club SeaDream reflicten a paixón polo estilo, calidade e perfección casual.
Onde é que SeaDream Vela Yacht Club?
Viaxe intelixente Travel News
1 de xaneiro de 2011 polo administrador
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Xaneiro 2011
Cando se trata das súas vacacións planea a persoa máis importante debe ser o seu Travel Planner. Un planear de viaxes especialista é unha persoa que está ben viaxado, experto e adestrado para atender ás súas necesidades de viaxes e vacacións. Not only will they find you the best value for your travel dollar, they will be the go to person if things go wrong. With new rules and travel restrictions coming out daily, by our government, you need a Travel Agent to keep you informed and safe during your travel. I am proud to announce I have expanded Travel Smart to include America's Vacation Center and American Express to serve you in all your travel need. To view the most up to date information please go to my website: www.CruisesbyCaptBob.com .
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Fishing and Cruising :it can't get better than that .
12/1/2010
Princess Cruises Creates New Alaska Cruise tour Just for Fishing Fans in 2011
14-Day Cruise Vacation Package Includes Excursions to Some of State's Most Famous Fishing Grounds
Battle Ground, Washington (December 1, 2010) — Princess Cruises has introduced a new Alaska cruisetour option just for fishermen (and women) as part of the 2011 season. This new 14-day land/sea vacation includes special excursions just for anglers, with opportunities to cast their lines in some of the state's premiere fishing spots.
Participants on the new tour can try their hand at salmon fishing in the Inside Passage from Ketchik
an, bottom fishing for halibut near Juneau, and river fishing on two Alaskan rivers — the Kenai and Talkeetna — on excursions from Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge and Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge.
“Fishing is such an iconic part of the Alaska experience, that it made sense to offer a special tour especially for those who want to focus their time on the sport,” said Jan Swartz, Princess Cruises executive vice president. “We include a variety of fishing experiences so our passengers can get a taste of the array of fishing opportunities found throughout the state.”
The new fishing cruisetour includes a seven-day Voyage of the Glaciers cruise through the Gulf of Alaska featuring scenic cruising in Glacier Bay National Park, plus two nights at the Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge, two nights at the Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge, two nights at the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge and one night in Anchorage. Participants will not only enjoy fishing tours throughout their vacation but also scenic travel via Princess Rail and a Natural History Tour in Denali National Park.
Fishing excursions include:
Alaska Sportfishing Expedition (Ketchikan) Participants can experience the thrill of fishing in the “Salmon Capital of the World” in the calm, protected waters of the Inside Passage. Passengers will travel in a large, heated cabin cruiser and can test their salmon sportfishing skills on a five-hour expedition to troll for king salmon, pink salmon, chum salmon, and silver salmon, depending on the season.
Halibut/Bottom Sportfishing Adventure (Juneau) This excursion takes a small group on a journey to
experience bottom fishing for halibut, Pacific cod, arrow-tooth flounder and nearly a dozen species of rockfish, depending on the season. The five-hour experience includes fishing in 180 to 350 feet of water with bait or plastic lures near the ocean's bottom. Bottom fishing appeals to anglers of all experience levels, as fish are easy to hook and usually very abundant. During the trip to the fishing grounds, participants may also spot some of the region's other wildlife, including whales and sea lions.
Kenai Upper River Sportfishing (Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge) Famed for its trophy-sized fish, the beautiful upper Kenai River is one of the finest recreational areas in Alaska.
Tour participants can experience world-class fishing surrounded by dazzling mountain scenery aboard a non-motorized drift boat or raft. Anglers will be catching either sockeye salmon, Dolly Varden or rainbow trout, according to the season.
Alaska Sport fishing (Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge) Both experienced and novice fishing fans will enjoy testing their luck on the Talkeetna River. Anglers will travel by boat to a secluded fishing spot in the shadow of Mt. McKinley, where they will cast for king, silver or red salmon, rainbow trout, grayling and Dolly Varden, depending on the season. An experienced guide will steer the group to the area's optimum fishing holes.
All tours follo
w fishing seasons and regulations as determined by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G). Fishing licenses are not included in the package price; participants can purchase appropriate licenses at each location or directly from the ADF&G. Passengers must be at least 12 years old to participate in the cruisetour.
Fares for the new fishing cruisetours begin at $3,248 per person, based on double occupancy.
Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel agent at 1-800-308-3077 or , by calling 1-800-PRINCESS, or by visiting the company's website at www.princess.com.
If Golf is your Game

Hawaii is scattered with some of the best and undoubtedly beautiful golf courses in the world. Being that courses are playable year-round, Hawaii is host to many golf tournaments throughout the year. January kicks off 2011 with some of the most prominent tournaments in the PGA tour circuit.
The Hyundai Tournament of Champions takes place at Maui's Kapalua Resort, on the Plantation Course from January 3 thru January 9, 2011 with a kick-off event on January 2, 2011. The event is free and open to the public. The 2011 tournament will feature a number of new activities that include Hawaiian cultural activities, trick shot exhibition, swing analysis, and entertainment. A Pro/Celebrity shootout will also feature Hawaii State Junior Golf Association participants. The Hyundai Tournament of Champions features the winners from the prior year's season competing for $5.6 million. Don't miss out on Hawaii's premier sporting event.
For more information on the Hyundai Tournament Championship, please click here .
The Sony Open in Hawaii is a “Friends of Hawaii” Charities event that is the first full field event of the 2011 PGA TOUR. It takes place on the island of Oahu at the Waialae Country Club. Past champions include Vijay Singh, Ernie Els and Jerry Kelly. The event raises money for local Hawaiian charities. Since 1999, over $5 million has been raised. The 2011 Sony Open in Hawaii will be held from January 10 thru January 16, 2011 from 12:00 noon daily.
For more information on the 2011 Sony Open in Hawaii, please visit: sonyopeninhawaii.com
En Illa Grande de Hawai, de 2011 Mitsubishi Electric no Campionato Hualalai, un PGA Tour Campións competición torneo de turismo entre todos os oficiais diñeiro evento-campións do 2009 e 2010, temporadas, os gañadores das principais empresas dende 2005 e oito profesionais por invitación con 15 ou máis de carreira vitorias, incluíndo un maior, se celebrará en xaneiro 18-23, 2011 no Resort Hualalai. A competición de golf terá lugar no Campo de Golf Hualalai, deseñado por Jack Nicklaus, e os convidados do torneo será capaz de apreciar a beleza Four Seasons Resort Hualalai no histórico Kaupulehu.
Para máis información sobre o 2011 Mitsubishi Electric Championship, por favor prema aquí .
Favoritos enorme navío de cruceiro están facendo un respingo grande este ano!
Con toneladas de estreas no mar en restaurantes, entretemento, actividades e moito máis, vai se atopou con emoción sen fin a bordo algúns dos principais grandes navíos de cruceiro de 2010. Para un inesquecible cruceiro de vacacións a destinos favoritos , agora é o momento de partir en algúns dos buques de cruceiros do mundo máis innovadores actualmente no mar!
A bordo dun barco de cruceiro enorme, atoparás moitos máis grandes que a vida experiencias que van facer vostede se sentir como se está navegando nun magnífico Resort flutuante! Gozando de innovacións espectaculares, como emocionante altísimos toboáguas, zip-liñas, e máis, estes navíos marca de mega-ofrecer aos hóspedes moitas opcións para un cruceiro de vacacións incrible.
Máis grandes do mundo da Royal Caribbean de navíos de cruceiro
En 7 noites viaxes a bordo do Oasis of the Seas e Allure o seguinte of the Seas , podes probar marca de xemelgos buques da Royal Caribbean mega. A bordo dos maiores navíos do mundo, todos os días das súas vacacións de cruceiro será cuberto con inspiradoras aventuras! Con moitos no mar estreas como un open-air barrio Central Park, un arrepiante tirolesa sobre Boardwalk do buque, e un AquaTheater de aproveitar o alento que mostra alta de mergullo acrobatas aéreos e acuáticos espectacular mostra todo diante dun pano de fondo do océano , a súa navegación será verdadeiramente excepcional a bordo de buques máis novos da Royal Caribbean. E, co Allure of the Seas facendo súa estrea en decembro de 2010, pode gozar dunha programación da Royal Caribbean Animación altamente prevista DreamWorks, que contará con desfiles de personaxes, películas 3D e moito máis. Con prezos exclusivo e diversións por valor de até US $ 100 , de vacacións de América invitados Center / Avoya viaxes poden gozar do esplendor dos maiores buques da Royal Caribbean!
Esplendores grandes con Carnival Cruises
Navega en 7 noites cruceiros Carnival Splendor para probar barco Carnival Cruises Cruise abraiante enorme! Desde o porto da cidade de Los Angeles, navegar a México, mentres que experimenta espectaculares características mega-barco que vai facer sentir como se está nunha cidade da súa preferencia no mar. De tomar un balance no 9 buratos mini-golf, gozar dun tratamento de spa rejuvenescedor no 21.000 metros cadrados de spa en dous niveis e instalacións de ximnasio, relaxarse con vistas ao océano na privada Serenity oasis só para adultos mentres os nenos están tendo unha explosión na sala de xogos de 5.500 metros cadrados para nenos, e moito máis, hai algo novo para facer todos os días a bordo do Carnival Splendor ! Para relaxarse baixo o sol, deslize para abaixo os tres pisos Waterslide Twister alta ou ver películas, concertos, eventos deportivos e moito máis na fronte da pantalla do cine á beira da piscina de tamaño jumbo Seaside. E, de vacacións de América invitados Center / Avoya viaxes poden experimentar os esplendores grandes deste buque con prezo reducido incrible !
An Epic, navío de cruceiro enorme de Norwegian Cruise Line
Durante sete noites noruegueses viaxes épicas , atoparás un verdadeiro 'épica' experiencia enorme navío de cruceiro! A bordo, escoller ata 21 diferentes opcións de comidas que inclúen a Churrascaria arxentina de inspiración, gozar dun día de relax no spa maior de sempre no mar, ou tomar unha caída emocionante abaixo o tubo de auga de 200 metros de lonxitude épico Plunge! Tamén presentando innovacións incribles, como un bar de xeo inspirada nos hoteis de xeo orixinais en Escandinavia, entretemento vibrante do Blue Man Group e únicas "nova onda" aloxamentos completas con arquitectura moderna e curvada falsos en bóveda, vai descubrir moitas características sorprendentes a bordo este barco incrible mega. Con prezos exclusivo e diversións por valor de ata $ 137 en noruegués épicas viaxes, pode probar un cruceiro de vacacións inesquecible!
Unha nova era de grandes navíos de Celebrity Cruises
On 7-night Celebrity Cruises Solstice class sailings , you can experience some of Celebrity Cruises newest, largest, and most innovative ships. Exclusive to Celebrity Cruises' Solstice class, you can enjoy a picnic or round of bocce ball on a real half-acre grass lawn at the first-ever Lawn Club . Also featuring the Celebrity Life series of programming, you can taste specialty wines from Celebrity Cruises' sommeliers, learn one of 13 languages during Rosetta Stone courses, witness professionals from the Corning Museum of Glass create incredible pieces of art during the interactive Hot Glass Show , and beyond.
Huge cruise ships have introduced many groundbreaking features in 2010, and now's the time to end this year with a big splash onboard these amazing mega ships. To begin your huge cruise ship vacation, contact your America's Vacation Center / Avoya Travel Personal Vacation Planner today!
Para máis información, ligue para 800-308-3077 e mencionar Código de desconto 9094 # para falar con un planear de Vacacións AVC Persoal hoxe!
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Obtendo os mellores tarifas aéreas:
There is a wide variety of air fares available to travelers. This fact sheet will help you choose the one that's best for you.
Be flexible in your travel plans in order to get the lowest fare. The best deals may be limited to travel on certain days of the week (often Tuesday through Thursday, or Friday night through Sunday morning) or particular hours of the day (eg, late-night departures). This applies to each of your flights, not just the first flight in your itinerary. After you get a fare quote, ask the reservations agent if you could save even more by flying a day earlier or later, or by taking a different flight on the same day. Or simply ask the agent what the lowest fare is, and what you need to do to qualify for it.
Discount seats are usually “blacked out” during holiday periods. However, you might be able to get a discount fare if you fly on the holiday itself (eg, New Year's day).
Plan as far ahead as you can. Most airlines set aside only a few seats on many desirable flights at the lower rates. The real best bargains often sell out very quickly. On the other hand, if a particular flight is not selling as well as expected, air carriers sometimes make more discount seats available for a particular flight just before the advance-purchase deadline expires. For example, if the lowest fare has a 21-day advance-purchase requirement but is sold out for most dates, and you can go any time, ask about fare availability on flights 21 or 22 days from when you call.
While planning ahead is a good general rule, if you can bide your time you might encounter a “fare sale.” Many airlines put seats on sale for brief periods several times a year (although you usually can purchase tickets for flights weeks or months after the end of the sale period). It is difficult to predict when these sales will occur, although they often fall during times when people are less likely to buy airline tickets (eg early autumn or right immediately after New Years).
In a large metropolitan area, the fare could depend on which airport you use. For example, if you are going to Southeast Florida and plan to rent a car, it might not make much difference if you fly to Miami or Ft. Lauderdale, except for ticket price. Also, a connection (change of planes) or a one-stop flight is sometimes cheaper than a nonstop. Always check on alternate airports and routings when pricing a ticket.
Look into all airlines that serve the market you are interested in, including low-cost carriers that offer low fares. Many times the major carriers will match the fares of a low-cost airline between the same cities; but often this will only be for a certain limited number of seats on each flight. On a low-cost carrier, find out what you get for your money: baggage transfers from one carrier to another, meals, advance seat assignments, etc. Note that small airlines sometimes have only one flight per day in many markets, and they frequently will not reroute you on another airline if your flight is canceled or delayed. In such cases you may have to wait until the next day to fly.
Ask about all restrictions on your fare. Typical requirements for discount fares include purchasing a round-trip ticket, buying the ticket a certain number of days before departure (eg, for many fares, at least 14 or 21 days before you leave), purchasing the ticket within 24 hours of making a reservation, staying over a Saturday night, traveling during a certain time of the year, staying no more than 30 days, and, as discussed below, refund/change restrictions.
Ask about your ability to change or cancel your flight if you need to. Even if you get sick, you cannot assume you will get a refund. In fact, most discount tickets now are non-refundable, but can be applied toward the purchase of other tickets on the same carrier. You must usually pay an administrative charge and any difference between the fares for the old and new flights when you do this.
Consider using a travel agent. Agents usually do not charge a fee (they get a commission from the airline), and they can tell you about “consolidators” and other sources of discounted seats that are not available directly from the airline. However, consolidator seats can have even more severe restrictions than the airlines' own deep-discount fares, particularly if the flight is delayed or canceled. A few travel agents sometimes have access to special deals with a particular airline (either discounts or extra services). If you are flying to a popular foreign destination, or to Las Vegas or Hawaii, ask the travel agent about Public Charters. These charters sometimes offer lower fares, but again with significant restrictions that are spelled out in an operator/participant contract that you should review carefully.
Ask the travel agent if the city where you live or the city where you are going is an airline “hub.” If it is, fares may be higher than for flights to other nearby cities because of reduced competition. Someone who lives at a hub might save money by leaving from another nearby city, even if they end up connecting through the hub to get to their destination.
A number of airlines send e-mail messages every week to receive notification of last-minute fare specials for departures within the next few days. See the airlines' World Wide Web sites for information about these programs, or call their reservations line. For a list of airline web sites, go to http://www.airlines.com (Do not assume that an airline reservation agent or travel agent will be aware of the fares offered to e-mail subscribers.)
Many airlines offer a seniors discount off any fare to travelers over a certain age. In addition, some carriers offer bereavement and emergency illness fares with varying documentation requirements and discounts.
If you are a member of an airline's frequent-flyer program and you are considering buying a promotional or deep-discount fare, ask if that fare will earn frequent-flyer miles.
After you buy your ticket, you may wish to call the airline or travel agent once or twice before departure to confirm your reservations and check the fare. Fares change all the time, and if that same fare goes down before you fly, some airlines will refund the difference. But you have to ask.
American Express Survey Shows Demand Up for Business Travel
Published on: June 29, 2010

American Express Business Travel says its figures show improving demand for business travel, which is giving some pricing power back to suppliers, particularly airlines. Airfare rates are holding steady and business travelers are trickling back to the front of the plane. The hotel sector still lags in pricing power, but demand will continue to better position its rebound, while simultaneously going through a shift in destination trends — signaling the on-going transition and staying power of the “new normal” in business travel.
International airfares increased 3 percent year over year, while domestic fares were up 6 percent. Historically there has been close to an even split of passengers flying businesses class versus economy for international travel. However, during the heart of the recession last year — particularly in the second quarter of 2009 — the percentage of tickets booked in business class hit its lowest rate at 36 percent. As the trend now shows, percentage rates are on the rise, indicating business travelers are moving back to the front of the plane.
American Express said that despite the modest return in business travel, hotel prices are still lagging because unlike the airlines where planes could be grounded to accommodate change in demand, the same cannot be said for a hotel. Because of this, hotel suppliers are lacking pricing power even as travelers return to the road – keeping rates low. But as the recovery continually gains momentum, higher occupancy levels will position suppliers to begin demanding premium pricing again – and buyers should work to cultivate supplier relationships now to mitigate future price increases.
London, Paris, Frankfurt, Dubai and Amsterdam were the top cities for business travelers in 2009. While the destinations have remained the same in the first quarter of 2010, ranking has not. In 2010, London remained in the top spot, with Frankfurt pushing into the number two spot, seeing a growth of 28 percent more trips, while Paris fell to number three. Amsterdam surpassed Dubai to take the fourth spot, with Dubai seeing 21 percent fewer trips this year. In Asia, the top three business travel destinations remain the same for the first quarter of 2010 compared with the first quarter 2009: Tokyo, Shanghai and Singapore. Hong Kong, however, was pushed out by Beijing as the fourth most popular business travel hot spot in 2010. For more information, visit www.americanexpress.com .
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AMA Waterways Fleet Expands to 12 River Ships
Published on: June 29, 2010

AMA Waterways has expanded its fleet of vessels to 12 with the launch of the 162-passenger Amabella, which will be marketed primarily in the Australian market. The Amabella's features include staterooms averaging 214 square feet and double balconies. Amabella also has a chef's table restaurant that seats 24 and has a private chef, a library with fireplace and a swimming pool.
The vessel also features AMA Waterways' newly-upgraded infotainment system, offering complimentary high-speed Internet access, complimentary first-run movies, classic films and computing options for those maintaining email contact or blogging during their holiday. The entire vessel has complimentary Wi-Fi as do all the AMA Waterways vessels on the Danube, Rhine, Main and Mosel rivers.
Amabella joins Amadolce (2009), Amalyra (2009), Amadante (2008), Amacello (2008), Amalegro (2007) and Amadagio (2006), ships with French balconies, complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with dinner, and a fleet of bicycles for passenger use. In 2011 the line will launch Amaverde in Europe, a sister ship to Amabella.
In Southeast Asia, the new Amalotus will join La Marguerite, which debuted on the Mekong River in autumn 2009 as part of the new “Vietnam, Cambodia and the Riches of the Mekong” itinerary. The company said it is building a new Mekong ship because of the “tremendous success” of the inaugural season of the program. The 124-passenger Amalotus will feature 226-square-foot deluxe staterooms, with more than 82 percent featuring balconies. Junior suites are 290 square feet and suites are 452 square feet. Like La Marguerite, Amalotus will sail seven-night Mekong River between from Siem Reap, Cambodia, and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
In Russia, the refurbished Amakatarina will launch in the spring on the Volga-Baltic Waterway between Moscow and St. Petersburg. The vessel will have 10 stateroom categories, including four suite categories and accommodations up to 432 square feet. Seventy-six staterooms have balconies, and the vessel will include an alternative restaurant, conference hall, sauna and solarium. AMA Waterways also continues to offer its “Provence & Spain ” program featuring a seven-night cruise from Lyon to Arles on the Swiss Pearl. For more information, call 800-626-0126 or visit www.amawaterways.com .
Costa Cruises' 15th Ship, Favolosa, Launched in Italy
Published on: August 9, 2010

Costa Cruises' newest ship, the Costa Favolosa, took to the sea for the first time on Friday, Aug. 6, at a ceremony held at Fincantieri's Marghera shipyard. The 114,500-ton, 3,000-passenger Favolosa will sail on its first cruise in July 2011. It is the fourth of five ships delivered or set to be delivered between 2009 and 2012 for Costa. The total investment in the five new ships is worth 2.4 billion euros. In spring 2012, the Costa Fascinosa, a sister ship to Favolosa, will complete Costa's fleet expansion program.
“The launch of the Costa Favolosa confirms the strength and leadership of our company,” said Gianni Onorato, president of Costa Crociere SpA “Despite the ongoing effects of the economic downturn in 2010 and the uncertain outlook for global tourism, our fleet expansion program has continued uninterrupted. The strength of our brand, which comes with a guarantee of over 60 years of experience, and the quality of our product have proved to be winning assets, highly appreciated by our customers. That is confirmed also by the positive results in terms of bookings achieved this summer and forecasts suggest we will end 2010 with 2.1 million total guests for the group as a whole, which works out to an increase of around 17 percent compared to last year.”
The construction of each newbuild involves the labor of around 3,000 people, comprising Fincantieri's own employees and those of about 500 contracted suppliers, most of which are Italian firms. In overall terms, the fleet investment program launched in 2000 by Costa Crociere SpA Group (comprising Costa Cruises as well as the German AIDA Cruises and Iberocruceros, which operates mainly for the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking markets) is worth some 9.3 billion euros.
The ceremony for the launch of the Costa Favolosa observed the protocol laid down for such occasions by seafaring tradition. The director of the shipyard invited the godmother, Beatrice Siri, to cut the ribbon, sending a bottle of champagne against the bow of the ship. Siri, new building and special projects deputy of Costa Cruises, has been directly involved in the construction of the fleet's last six ships, including the Costa Favolosa. On March 8, she received the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic from the president of the republic, Giorgio Napolitano. After the opening of the valves and the gradual flooding of the slipway where the ship has taken shape over the last few months, the hull of the Costa Favolosa was transferred for the first time to the sea. The launch was preceded by the welding of a coin to the base of what used to be the mainmast in a ceremony traditionally considered to augur well.
As the name suggests (Favola is Italian for “fairy tale”), the Costa Favolosa is intended to interpret the excitement and emotion of people who view the cruise as a magical voyage in a contemporary enchanted castle. The main innovations onboard include six suites with private verandas and Jacuzzis; a new entertainment area for teenagers, comprising 4D Cinema, PlayStation World, a bar with ice cream, drinks and popcorn, and a dance floor; a children's game room; and a new open-air water playground with a pirate galleon. Facilities will include the Samsara Spa; a large lido extending over two decks, with a sliding glass roof and giant movie screen; a Grand Prix driving simulator; and a golf simulator.
The Costa Favolosa will be equipped for “cold ironing,” a system whereby the ship is plugged into shoreside electrical power, enabling generators to be shut down during stopovers in port.
The Costa Favolosa is set to debut on a three-day cruise departing from Venice on July 4, 2011, and calling at Dubrovnik, Croatia, and Koper, Slovenia. This will be followed by a grand inaugural cruise, which leaves Venice on July 7. This 10-day cruise will visit Israel, Greece and Turkey with stopovers in Bari, Corfu, Haifa, Izmir and Dubrovnik. Throughout the 2011 summer season, the Costa Favolosa will offer seven-day cruises from Venice and Bari, Italy , to Olympia, Greece ; Izmir and Istanbul, Turkey ; and Dubrovnik, Croatia. For more information, call 800-308-3077 or visit www.costacruises.com .
Crystal to Host Top Chefs on 15th Annual Wine & Food Series
Crystal Cruises' 15th annual Wine & Food Experiences of Discovery series in 2011 will feature three-star Michelin Chef Heinz Beck, Master Chef Andre Soltner and celebrity Chef Jon Ashton. Seven cruises through South America, the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Alaska and the Mexican Riviera will include guest chefs, wine experts and mixologists. The roster also includes Alexis Kahn, wine director at L'Ecôle French Culinary Institute, and 2010 Bartender of the Year and “Green Mixologist” H. Joseph Ehrmann of San Francisco's Elixir, renowned for its organic, locally sourced ingredients.
Days at sea will feature chefs' demonstrations, wine tastings, pairing sessions and lessons on making cocktails. The guest chefs will also craft a dinner menu of their specialties. Select voyages will offer sushi-making classes with Crystal's Nobu-trained chefs in Silk Road and The Sushi Bar. For more information, call 800-308-3077 or visit www.crystalcruises.com .
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Consider A UniWorld River Cruise
December 31, 2010 by admin
Filed under River Cruising , Travel Ideas
Los Angeles based, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises
UniWorld Cruises was founded in 1976, was the first company to introduce to North America the Europe river-cruising concept. In 2005, Uniworld was acquired by the Travel Corporation, parent company of such popular travel companies as Trafalgar, Insight, Brendan and Contiki, as well as Red Carnation Hotels—the award-winning, five-star luxury hotel collection. Collaborating closely with Red Carnation, Uniworld has positioned its brand as a boutique hotel-style experience. Its intimate, luxurious ships are on par with some of the world's finest small boutique hotels, each boasting its own individual décor.
Uniworld offers 9- to 32-day voyages on 11 rivers
With more than 500 departures and more than 30 itineraries. In Europe, Uniworld sails on the Rhine, Main, Danube, Moselle, Rhone, Saone, Seine, and Douro; in China it sails the Yangtze; and in Egypt it sails the Nile. Each hotel-style cruise ship boasts an average capacity of 134 guests; an award-winning staff, with a ratio of one staff member for every three guests; world-class cuisine; and expertly planned itineraries with custom-blended shore excursions. One of Uniworld's trademarks is exceptional customer service. Its English-speaking staff includes the most experienced captains, managers, chefs, and onboard and onshore crew members in the river cruise industry. As a result, Uniworld boasts guest service satisfaction rates of over 98%. Its accolades include being named one of Travel+Leisure's World's Best Top 10 Small Cruise Lines; and being included on Condé Nast Traveler's 2008 and 2009 Gold Lists; their Readers' Poll for Top 50 Small Ships, and their Readers' Choice Awards for World's Top 10 Small Ship Cruise Lines. In addition, Uniworld recently was awarded by Cruise Critic as the best river cruise company, and with the best new river cruise ship, River Beatrice.
Uniworld introduced two new ultra-luxurious ships in 2009:
The River Beatrice, along the enchanting Danube, and the 41-suite River Tosca, along the historic Nile River. All of Uniworld's ships have been completely refurbished since 2005, and the company has a capital investment improvement plan to refurbish its ships every three years. All of Uniworld's staterooms and suites are lavishly appointed to offer the ultimate in comfort and elegance. Rates for Uniworld's all-inclusive river cruises start at $1,599 per person, cruise only. Cruise rates include all meals, prepared fresh daily using the finest ingredients from the local ports of call; fine wine, beer and soft drinks during dinner; captivating shore excursions fully hosted by English-speaking local guides; use of bicycles on company-owned ships in Europe; on board local entertainment and insightful lectures; all transfers on arrival and departure days; and much more.
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Cruise Ideas For 2011
December 30, 2010 by admin
Filed under Cruises , Travel Ideas
Best Cruise Destinations for 2011
Ready to experience the world's best cruise destinations in 2011? From the tropical island paradises of the Caribbean and Bahamas, mesmerizing wonders of Europe, breathtaking landscapes of Alaska, and beyond, here are our top choices for a completely unforgettable cruise vacation in the new year!
Travel to Top Island Paradises
In the Caribbean and Bahamas, you'll discover complete relaxation, exhilarating adventures, unbelievable sightseeing, and much more during your island retreat to these best cruise destinations! On 7-night sailings with Royal Caribbean , you can enjoy exciting activities in gorgeous tropical climates – explore lush rainforests, snorkel in clear turquoise waters, visit Royal Caribbean's private island, Labadee, and much more! Discover even more of the Caribbean on Celebrity Cruises for 7-nights , where you'll have the chance to sail on the innovative Solstice class and enjoy a picnic or game of bocce ball on the freshly manicured Lawn Club deck . From visiting the Bacardi rum distillery in San Juan, deep-sea fishing, and beyond, you can experience everything the Caribbean has to offer with Celebrity Cruises. During 7-night Norwegian Cruise Line sailings , you can escape to another sunny getaway – the Bahamas – to see the world's third largest barrier reef and enjoy thrilling island activities such as swimming with stingrays! With 'Freestyle Cruising' , you can enjoy your sailing to one of these best cruise destinations while having the choice to do what you want, when you want, and wherever you want!
The Caribbean and Bahamas continue to be some of the world's best cruise destinations, and as an Avoya Travel / America's Vacation Center guest you can take advantage of these great cruise deals:
- Exclusive pricing and amenities valued at up to $100 with Royal Caribbean
- Free upgrade & coupon book for all guests on Norwegian Cruise Line sailings
- Free coupon book plus exclusive savings up to $100 with Celebrity Cruises
Discover Europe's Spectacular Art, Culture, and More!
Filled with historic landmarks, distinguished culture, and more, it's no surprise that travelers return to Europe's incredible countries year after year. In 2011, immerse yourself in a traditional Italian experience at sea during 7-night MSC Cruises to Europe that visit Rome, Venice, Genoa, and beyond. Offering the perfect blend of European charm and modern Italian elegance, authentic Italian cuisine , and beyond, your vacation with MSC Cruises will truly be one-of-a-kind. Want to discover Europe's hidden treasures while on an intimate cruise through some of the world's most breathtaking rivers? During Uniworld River Cruises sailings for 7-nights , you can enjoy complimentary fine European wines, captivating and included shore excursions , and more while sailing through the heart of Europe's finest cities. From Amsterdam, Paris, and beyond, you can experience Europe up close and personal during a river cruise, and save up to $1,600 on 2011 sailings ! To travel Europe in complete luxury, you can enjoy 11-night Crystal Cruises sailings to many popular destinations, including the breathtaking Baltic region . From Copenhagen, Stockholm, Saint Petersburg, and beyond, you'll see everything Europe has to offer with decadent Crystal Cruises sailings.
Alaska Cruise Wonders
Observe the splendors of Alaska's breathtaking scenery and wildlife on a cruise vacation to discover why it is one of the year's top destinations. During 7-night Alaska sailings with Celebrity Cruises , you can visit this region to enjoy incredible excursions at Alaskan ports-of-call – from a glacier helicopter tour, kayaking along coves, and more. Princess Cruises also offers incredible Alaska adventures, and during Princess Cruises Alaska sailings for 7-nights , you'll have the chance to experience a true signature taste of Alaskan cuisine during an on-deck fish barbecues, a reindeer chili and rockfish chowder cook-off , and beyond while passing by jaw-dropping glaciers and frontiers. Looking to explore even more of this spectacular region? During 10-night Alaska sailings with Oceania Cruises , you can travel on board the popular Oceania Regatta to visit famed areas including Ketchikan, known as the 'Salmon Capital of the World' which also features the world's largest collection of totem poles. Also in this top destination, you'll have the chance to hike along Mendenhall Glacier on the outskirts of Juneau, the state capital, stroll the sidewalks of the authentic Gold Rush town of Skagway, and much more!
With Alaska cruise vacations only available during the Summer, now is your chance to reserve your space before it's too late! And, for an added bonus, Avoya Travel / America's Vacation Center guests can enjoy these amazing offers:
- Alaska Cruise Sale! Up to $1,000 in savings, $1,000 in shipboard credit & 2 for 1 fares with Oceania Cruises
- Exclusive pricing and amenities valued at up to $100 with Celebrity Cruises
Now is your chance to visit the world's best destinations for 2011. Contact your Avoya Travel / America's Vacation Center Personal Vacation Planner today!
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Save 60% On MSC Suite Deals
December 28, 2010 by admin
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December 28, 2010 by admin
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