Ikni Me Princess Cruise Lines
Jan 19, 2011 nga admin
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NCL të bazës 5 Anije në Karaibe në vitin 2012 dhe 2013
Jan 5, 2011 nga admin
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Line Norwegian Cruise njoftoi dislokimin e saj Karaibe për sezonin 2012-13 me itinerare nga Miami, Tampa dhe New Orleans.
Këto cruises të dalin në shitje sot për publikun e gjerë në janar 5. Për librin ju lutem telefononi 1-800-308-3077 të flisni me një agjent.
Në Majami, 4100-pasagjerëve Epic Norvegjisht
Do të vazhdojnë me rotacion shtatë-ditore Lindore dhe Perëndimore cruises Karaibe nisen të shtunave nga 3 nëntor 2012, në 13 prill, 2013. Të cruises Karaibe Lindore thirrje St Maarten, St Thomas dhe Nassau. Të cruises Karaibe perëndimore të ndaluar në Kosta Maya dhe Cozumel, Meksikë dhe Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras.
Jewel Norvegjisht
Featuring Nickelodeon në programimin e Detit të familjes së bashku me epik norvegjeze, gjithashtu do të lundrojnë rotacion shtatë-ditore Lindore dhe Perëndimore cruises Karaibe nisen nga Miami të dielave nga tetor 14, 2012, për 14 prill, 2013. Të cruises Karaibe Lindore thirrje Samana, Republika Dominikane, Shën Thomas; Tortola; dhe Nassau. Të Cruises Perëndimor Karaibe vizitoni sharrnajë Madh përshëndetjeje, ishull privat norvegjez në Bahamas, Ocho Rios, të Xhamajka; Grand Kajman; dhe Cozumel.
Sun Norvegjisht
Do të lundrojnë 10 - dhe 11-ditore Jugore cruises Karaibe nga Miami nga tetor 14, 2012, në 10 prill, 2013. 10-ditore e lundrimit u bën thirrje Shën Thomait, Dominica, Barbados, St Lucia dhe St Maarten. 11-ditore e lundrimit thërret në Kartagjenë, Kolumbi, Aruba, Curacao, St Maarten; dhe Shën Thomas. Sun norvegjez do të lundrojnë një shtatë-ditore perëndimore Karaibet lundrim nga Port Canaveral ne Prill 14, 2012, me ndalesa në Cozumel, të Grand Cayman, Ocho Rios, dhe sharrnajë Great përshëndetjeje.
Dawn Norvegjisht
Në Tampa, 2224-pasagjer Dawn norvegjez do të zëvendësojë vela norvegjeze Star 23 shtatë-ditore Perëndimor Karaibe cruises e larguara të dielave nga 11 nëntor 2012, në 14 prill, 2013. Anija do të thërrasë në Roatan, Belize City, Kosta Maya dhe Cozumel.
Star norvegjez
Do homeport në New Orleans gjatë dimrit dhe pranverës, duke ofruar shtatë ditë Perëndimor Karaibe cruises çdo të dielë me portet e thirrjes, duke përfshirë Kosta Maya, të Cozumel, Belize City dhe Roatan.
NCL gjithashtu do të ofrojë 11 cruises rivendosjes
Duke filluar nga një katër-ditor Paqësor bregdetar në një Canal 17-ditor Panama nga 15 prill deri 26 tetor 2012, nisen nga Miami, Tampa, Nju Jork, Los Angeles, Vankuver dhe Quebec. Për herë të parë, linja e lundrimit do të ofrojë një 16-ditor "Kolonial Amerikës" për dalje në det Dawn Norvegjisë nga Quebec City në Tampa në tetor 26, 2012, duke thirrur Portland, Maine, Boston, New York, Baltimore, Md; Norfolk, Va, Charleston, SC, Miami dhe Key West.
Dy Cruises Dita
Përveç kësaj, Cruise Lines norvegjeze do të ofrohet nga Miami ne xhevahir norvegjeze në tetor 12, 2012, dhe nga Nju Jorku në Gem norvegjez mbi shtator 28, 2012. Për më tepër informacion, telefononi 1-800-308-3077 ose vizitoni www.AvoyaTravel.com .
TravelSmart dhe Cruises nga CaptBob është një degë e autorizuar e Pavarur e Qendrës amerikane pushimeve.
Lines norvegjeze Cruise Shqyrtime
Dining Zgjedhja është e juaja. Me cruising Freestyle, ju udhëtoni një botë mundësish ngrënie të gjitha në një javë. Nga bistros elegante franceze dhe italiane trattorias për sushi dhe Tapas bare, dhe më shumë, ka një alternativë tjetër ngrënie për pothuajse çdo natë e lundrimit tuaj. Me deri në 10 restorante të ndryshme, secili duke shfaqur një larmishme një menu gjithnjë në ndryshim, ju do të gjeni gjithmonë pikërisht ajo që ju jeni në humor për të. Dhe nuk ka fiks shtrojë të. Imagjinoni restorantet e hapura nga ora 5:30 deri në mesnatë në mënyrë që ju mund të zgjidhni nga një darkë e hershme para shfaqje ose një darkë romantike për më vonë të dy prej jush. Dhe sigurisht ka gjithmonë mundësinë e 24-orë shërbim në dhomë. Ju jeni të lirë të shtroj ku, kur dhe me të cilët ju zgjidhni.
Veshje
Veshin atë që ju dëshironi. Vishen sipas disponimin tuaj. Është pushime tuaj. "Resort rastësor" veshje është aq serioze sa ndonjëherë ju do të keni për të marrë për darkë. Por nëse kjo është hijeshi jeni ëndërroja e, ne ju ftojmë që të kënaq. Shumë nga restorantet tona të ofrojë opsione formale. Nëse ju preferoni veshjen më shumë rastësor, që është në rregull, too. Si ju vishen është deri te ju. Shërbim
Ju jeni gati të jetë pampered. Duke shtuar shtesë-Crew anëtarë të çdo anije në flotën tonë ne jemi në gjendje për të ofruar shërbim të jashtëzakonshme. Me gati një anëtar i ekuipazhit të për sallë pritjeje, ju mund të siguruar që ju do të jetë kujdes shumë mirë merret kur ju lundrim me ne.
Aktivitetet Të bëjmë gjithçka, ose asgjë. Për ata që preferojnë të jetë aktiv, tonë të ri Life Style Programi përmban Ekskursione aventureske Shore, ankande arti, shëndetin dhe Wellness programet, demonstrata gatim - të gjitha llojet e aktiviteteve që kanë për qëllim sfidimin mendjen tuaj si dhe trupin tuaj. Ose ju thjesht mund të të pushojnë dhe të gëzojnë të mos pasur një orar për t'u ndjekur. Ne të vini portet, por pjesa tjetër e ditës është thirrja juaj.
Princesha burim fitimi Cruise Ballkon Shitje
Jan 4, 2011 nga admin
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Celebrity Cruise marrëveshjet
Jan 4, 2011 nga admin
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Bëje SeaDream te debutoje ne sailings fjords norvegjeze Kjo Viti
Jan 4, 2011 nga admin
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112 vizitorë 95 Crew 5-Star Service gjithë-përfshirëse
SeaDream Yacht Club's 112-guest SeaDream I will make its Baltic and Norwegian fjord debut this year, starting with an 11-night voyage May 28 to June 8 from Hamburg, Germany, to Bergen, Norway. Included on the itinerary is a transit of the Kiel Canal, the villages of Faaborg, Denmark, and Marstrand, Sweden, and eight days sailing the fjords.
SeaDream I will be the first cruise vessel to visit Faaborg on Denmark's island of Fyn (home of Hans Christian Andersen). SeaDream guests will have the opportunity to race historical sailing ships in Faaborg. Additional highlights of this voyage include a call on Lillesand, Norway. Due to the small size of Lillesand, larger cruise vessels do not visit this quaint village. Known for its charming white-painted “Captain's houses” and its maritime history, SeaDream guests will see how Norwegians spend their summers. Skjaergaarden, the tiny islands near Lillesand, have summer homes belonging to Norway's wealthiest.
The cruise concludes in Bergen, Norway, with a beach barbeque on a nearby island. As the calendar approaches June 21, the longest day of the year, the Midnight Sun bathes Norway with nearly 24 hours of light.
Rates start at $7,099 per person plus fees. SeaDream's inclusive pricing includes ocean-view accommodations, gourmet meals, wine with lunch and dinner, open bar with selected premium brands, gratuities, use of mountain bikes and more. For more information, call 800-308-3077 or visit www.AvoyaTravel.com .
Y ou r Personal Vacation Planner: Robert Foster
800-308-3077
AVC Customer Care: 800-788-0970
An Authorized Independent Affiliate of America's Vacation Center
SeaDream Yacht Club Overview
SeaDream Yacht Club
SeaDream Yacht Club takes America's Vacation Center customers to the intimate yachting playgrounds, harbors, and ports where large cruise ships simply cannot go – sailing April – November, in Europe and the Mediterranean and November – April in the Caribbean.
SeaDream Yacht Club – It's Yachting, Not Cruising
SeaDream Yacht Club's twin mega-yachts SeaDream I and SeaDream II were designed as prototypes for the ultra-luxury yachting experience. SeaDream Yacht Club ships reflect a passion for style, quality, and casual perfection.
Where does SeaDream Yacht Club Sail?
Travel Smart Travel News
January 1, 2011 by admin
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Travel Smart Travel News
Jan 2011
When it comes to your vacation plans the most important person should be your Travel Planner. An expert travel planner is a person who is well traveled, knowledgeable and trained to meet your travel and vacation needs. 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.”
Ri cruisetour peshkimit përfshin një shtatë-ditore Voyage të akullnajat lundrimit nëpërmjet Gjirin e Alaskës shfaqur cruising piktoreske në Glacier Park Kombëtar Bay, plus dy netë në këtë shtëpizë Princesha Kenai shkretë, dy netë në Mt. McKinley Princesha shkretë shtëpizë, dy netë në shtëpizë shkretë Princesha Denali dhe një nate në Anchorage. Pjesëmarrësit jo vetëm do të gëzojnë turne peshkimit gjithë pushimet e tyre por edhe udhëtimin piktoreske nëpërmjet Princess hekurudhor dhe një turne Natyrore Historisë në Denali National Park.
Ekskursione peshkimit përfshijnë:
Alaska Sportfishing ekspeditë të meta Ketchikan) Pjesëmarrësit mund të përjetojnë tronditje e peshkimit në "kryeqyteti Salmon e Botës" në ujërat e qetë, të mbrojtur të Passage brenda. Pasagjerët do të udhëtojë në një kryqëzor të madhe, kabina ndezur dhe mund ta provoni salmon tyre sportfishing aftësitë në një ekspeditë me pesë orë që të këndoj për mbretin salmon, salmon, salmon i kuq shok i ngushtë, dhe salmon argjendi, në varësi të sezonit.
Sportfishing shojzë e Atlantikut Verior / Bottom Adventure (Juneau) Ky ekskursion e merr një grup të vogël në një udhëtim në
fund përvojë peshkimi për shojzë e Atlantikut Verior, Pacific cod, shigjeta-dhëmb ngec dhe gati një duzinë specie rockfish, në varësi të sezonit. Pesë orë përvojë përfshin peshkimin në 180 në 350 këmbët e ujit me karrem ose plastike lures pranë fund të oqeanit. Ankesat e peshkimit fund për anglers të të gjitha niveleve përvojë, si peshku janë të lehtë për goditje dhe zakonisht shumë të bollshme. Gjatë udhëtimit në bazë të peshkimit, pjesëmarrësit gjithashtu mund të vend disa nga kafshë të egra të tjera të rajonit, duke përfshirë balena dhe kuriozitete detit.
Kenai Upper River Sportfishing (Kenai Princesha shkretë shtëpizë), i famshëm për trofe-sized peshkut saj, e bukur e sipërme Kenai lumit është një nga zonat më të mirën rekreative në Alaska.
Pjesëmarrësit Tur mund të përjetojnë të klasit botëror peshkimi i rrethuar nga pamje malore verbuar në bordin e një anije domethënie jo-motorizuar apo trap. Anglers do të jetë infektues ose salmon Sockeye, Dolly Varden ose troftë e ylbertë, sipas sezonit.
Alaska Sport peshkimi (Mt. McKinley Princesha shkretë shtëpizë), dy tifozë me përvojë dhe rishtar peshkimit do të gëzojnë testimin fatin e tyre në lumin Talkeetna. Anglers do të udhëtojë me anije në një vend të izoluar e peshkimit në hijen e malit. McKinley, ku ata do të hedhin për mbretin, argjendi apo salmon të kuqe, troftë e ylbertë, e Grayling dhe Dolly Varden, në varësi të sezonit. Një udhëzues me përvojë do të rri grupin që vrima optimale të zonës së peshkimit.
Të gjitha follo turne
peshkimi stinët w dhe rregulloret si të përcaktuara nga Departamenti Alaska e Fish dhe lojë (FSHZH & G). Licencat e peshkimit nuk përfshihen në çmimin e paketës, pjesëmarrësit mund të blini licencat e duhura në çdo vend apo direkt nga FSHZH & G. Pasagjerët duhet të jetë të paktën 12 vjeç që të marrin pjesë në cruisetour.
Tarifat për cruisetours peshkimit të reja të fillojnë në 3248 $ për person, bazuar në zënie të dyfishtë.
Informata shtesë për Cruises Princesha është në disponim nëpërmjet një agjent udhëtimesh profesionale në 1-800-308-3077 ose duke telefonuar 1-800-PRINCESS, ose duke vizituar faqen e kompanisë në www.princess.com.
Nëse Golf eshte loja juaj

Hawaii është e shpërndarë me disa prej fushave të golfit më të mirë dhe padyshim e bukur në botë. Duke qenë se kurse janë për lojë gjatë gjithë vitit, Hawaii është host për turne shumë golfit gjatë gjithë vitit. Janar 2011 nis me disa nga turnet më të shquar në qark PGA Tour.
Turneu Hyundai e Kampionëve zhvillohet në Maui Resort Kapalua së, në Kursin ngulim nga 3 janar Gjatë gjithë Janar 9, 2011 me një ngjarje të kick-off më January 2, 2011. Ngjarja është i lirë dhe i hapur për publikun. 2011 Turneu do të paraqesë një numër të veprimtarive të reja që përfshijnë aktivitete kulturore, Hawaiian shtënë mashtrim ekspozitë, analizat ritëm, dhe argëtuese. Një Pro / Celebrity shkëmbim zjarri gjithashtu do të shfaqë Hawaii Shtetit Junior Golf pjesëmarrësit asocimit. Turneu Hyundai e Kampionëve përmban fituesit nga sezoni të vitit paraprak konkurruese për 5.600.000 $. Mos i lë jashtë në rast Kryeministri sportive Hawaii-së.
Për më shumë informacion mbi Kampionatin Tournament Hyundai, ju lutem klikoni ketu .
Open Sony në Hawaii është një "shoqëri e Havai" bamirëse ngjarje që është ngjarja e parë e plotë në fushën e TOUR 2011 PGA. Ajo zhvillohet në ishullin e Oahu në Klubin Vendi Waialae. Kampionët e kaluara përfshijnë Vijay Singh, i Ernie Els dhe Jerry Kelly. Ngjarja ngre para për bamirësi lokale Havai. Që nga viti 1999, mbi $ 5.000.000 e ka ngritur. 2011 Sony Open in Hawaii do të mbahet nga 10 janar Gjatë gjithë 16 janar 2011 nga ora 12:00 në mesditë përditshme.
Për më shumë informacion mbi Open 2011 Sony në Hawaii, ju lutem vizitoni: sonyopeninhawaii.com
Nga Big Island Hawaii-së, 2011 Mitsubishi Electric Championship në Hualalai, një PGA Tour Champions konkurrenca Tour turneu në mesin e të gjitha parave ngjarje kampionëve zyrtare të vitit 2009 dhe 2010 stinët, Fituesit e diploma viti 2005 dhe tetë profesionistëve me ftesë me 15 ose më shumë karrierë fitoret, duke përfshirë një të madh, do të mbahet 18-23 janar, 2011 në Resort Hualalai. Konkursi golf do të mbahet në fushën e golfit Hualalai, projektuar nga Jack Nicklaus, dhe të ftuarit turneu do të jetë në gjendje të gëzojnë të bukur Katër stinët Resort Hualalai në Historike Kaupulehu.
Për më shumë informacion mbi 2011 kampionatin Mitsubishi Electric, ju lutem klikoni ketu .
Favorites mëdha anije turistike janë duke bërë një spërkatje të madh këtë vit!
With tons of at-sea firsts in dining, entertainment, activities, and more, you'll come across endless excitement onboard some of the top big cruise ships of 2010. For an unforgettable cruise vacation to favorite destinations , now's the time to set sail on some of the world's most groundbreaking cruise ships currently at sea!
Onboard a huge cruise ship, you'll encounter many larger-than-life experiences that will make you feel like you're sailing on a magnificent floating resort! Boasting spectacular innovations such as thrilling sky-high waterslides, zip-lines, and more, these record-breaking mega ships offer guests countless options for an amazing cruise vacation.
Royal Caribbean's World's Largest Cruise Ships
On 7-night sailings onboard the Oasis of the Seas and the upcoming Allure of the Seas , you can experience Royal Caribbean's record-breaking twin mega ships. Onboard the largest ships in the world , every day of your cruise vacation will be filled with awe-inspiring adventures! Featuring many at-sea firsts such as an open-air Central Park neighborhood, a spine-tingling zip-line over the ship's Boardwalk, and a breathtaking AquaTheater that showcases high-diving aerial acrobats and spectacular water shows all in front of an ocean backdrop, your sailing will truly be exceptional onboard Royal Caribbean's newest ships . And, with the Allure of the Seas making its debut in December 2010, you can enjoy Royal Caribbean's highly anticipated DreamWorks Animation programming that will feature character parades, 3D movies, and more. With exclusive pricing and amenities valued at up to $100 , America's Vacation Center / Avoya Travel guests can enjoy the magnificence of Royal Caribbean's largest cruise ships!
Big Splendors with Carnival Cruises
Sail on 7-night Carnival Splendor cruises to experience Carnival Cruises' dazzling huge cruise ship! From the port city of Los Angeles, sail to Mexico while experiencing spectacular mega ship features that will make you feel like you're in a city of your own at sea. From taking a swing at the 9-hole mini-golf course, enjoying a rejuvenating spa treatment in the 21,000-square-foot two-level spa and gym facility , relaxing with ocean views in the private Serenity Adult-Only oasis while the kids are having a blast in the 5,500 square-foot children's playroom, and much more, there's something new to do every day onboard the Carnival Splendor ! To chill out under the sun, slide down the three-deck high Twister Waterslide or watch movies, concerts, sporting events, and more in front of the poolside jumbo-sized Seaside Theater screen. And, America's Vacation Center / Avoya Travel guests can experience the big splendors of this ship with incredible reduced pricing !
An Epic, Huge Cruise Ship from Norwegian Cruise Line
During 7-night Norwegian Epic sailings , you'll encounter a truly 'epic' huge cruise ship experience! Onboard, choose from up to 21 different dining options that include the Argentinian-inspired Churrascaria, enjoy a day of relaxation at the largest-ever spa at sea , or take a thrilling drop down the 200-foot long Epic Plunge water tube! Also featuring incredible firsts such as an Ice Bar inspired by the original ice hotels in Scandinavia, vibrant entertainment from the Blue Man Group , and unique 'New Wave' accommodations complete with modern curved architecture and domed ceilings, you'll discover many astonishing features onboard this incredible mega ship. With exclusive pricing and amenities valued at up to $137 on Norwegian Epic sailings, you can experience an unforgettable cruise vacation!
A New Era of Large Ships from 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!
For more information, call 800-308-3077 and mention Discount Code 9094# to speak with an AVC Personal Vacation Planner today!
Travel Smart and Cruise By Capt Bob is an Independent Affiliate of Avoya Travel-American Express . An Authorized Independent Affiliate of America's Vacation Center.
Getting the Best Air Fares:
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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