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FREE Dining is BACK

2010-05-10T15:38:00.000-07:00

Buy this Walt Disney World Resort vacation package with hotel and Theme Park tickets and get a Disney Dining Plan FREE! Are you hungry for some fun? At this affordable price, they can enjoy meals included for every night of their visit! What a delicious way to enjoy their Walt Disney World® Resort vacation. Offer Details: When you purchase a 5-night, 6-day Walt Disney Travel Company

Southern Living: Savor Savannah

2010-05-10T15:24:00.000-07:00

Enter Southern Living's Savor Savannah Sweepstakes for your chance to win a trip to Savannah, Georgia including dinners on the town, entrance to museums and activities, and more. The prize is worth over $3,200. Eligibility: Contiguous US (-HI, AK), 18+ Start Date: April 23, 2010 End Date: June 30, 2010 at 11:59 p.m. ET Entry Frequency:

ME, MY HEALTH, AND I Sweepstakes

2010-04-14T15:03:00.000-07:00

Make a commitment to lead a healthy lifestyle and celebrate more birthdays with your friends and loved ones. Enter the Me, My Health and I national sweepstakes. Grand prize includes: •Roundtrip airfare •Tickets to the festival, July 2-4 in New Orleans •Hotel accommodations Visit morebirthdays.com to join the movement. ENTER NOW NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN THIS

Airport Parkings: Park & Cruise

2010-04-14T07:38:00.000-07:00

Over these last several months I have gotten emails from clients (DIY) wanting to know if there was a site or service that had airport packages for cruise passengers that would include a hotel stay before and after a cruise. Well as many as you know, if I don't have the information to give you right than and there, I will find it for you. As I was doing my reseach, asking other agents in the

Book before March 22 and SAVE

2010-02-27T19:59:00.000-08:00

MIAMI (February 24, 2010) - Carnival Cruise Lines is reporting record wave season bookings, with strong reservations activity for 2010 departures. As a result of the strong booking volumes, a general price increase will be implemented effective March 22 for all June, July, and August sailings. For the period of Jan. 1 through Feb. 21, 2010, bookings were at unprecedented levels for the

Weddings & Honeymoons

2010-02-22T16:16:00.000-08:00

At Breezes Resorts, we can’t guarantee a marriage made in heaven, but we’ll do everything imaginable to give you a wedding there. Breezes Resorts are situated in some of the most stunningly beautiful locations on earth, so while all eyes will always be focused on the bride, try to forgive your guests if their minds occasionally wander off into the sunset for a moment or two. We’re happy to

Fortunes of Fame Package

2010-02-22T16:07:00.000-08:00

Hollywood Hip: The newest and hottest room on the Strip features a 42 inch Plasma TV, movie memorabilia, and newly designed Hollywood Hip furnishings throughout. The luxury bedding comes with specialty duvets and the Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Bed. Oversized Marble bathrooms are complete with Planet Hollywood amenities. package includes: •$50 daily resort credit •750ml bottle of spirits per

KRAVE EXCITEMENT OFFER

2010-02-22T16:03:00.000-08:00

Hollywood Hip: The newest and hottest room on the Strip features a 42 inch Plasma TV, movie memorabilia, and newly designed Hollywood Hip furnishings throughout. The luxury bedding comes with specialty duvets and the Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Bed. Oversized Marble bathrooms are complete with Planet Hollywood amenities. Have a night out on the town at the exciting Krave nightclub "VIP"

Celebrate with Food and Wine

2010-02-22T15:59:00.000-08:00

Disneyland Resort to Celebrate Food & Wine Festival Disney's California Food & Wine Festival will create a kaleidoscope of culinary experiences for guests of every palate, from April 16 to May 31 at Disney's California Adventure park and select locations across the Disneyland Resort. Chefs, winemakers and brew masters will celebrate The Art of Flavor at this year's festival, which features

Winter Spring Room Only

2010-02-22T15:33:00.000-08:00

You'd Be Goofy to Let this Offer Pass You By! Your Clients can keep their New Year's resolution to spend more time with family at the Walt Disney World® Resort with special room-only rates. Offer Details: You can save up to 30% off the non-discounted price when you stay for 5 or more consecutive nights at select Disney Value Resorts for stays most nights Feb. 15 - March 27 and April 11 - Aug

Mahogany Bay Cruise Center Officially Opens in Roatan

2010-02-17T16:36:00.000-08:00

Mahogany Bay Cruise Center Officially Opens in Roatan The $62 million Mahogany Bay Cruise Center in Roatan, Honduras, officially opened Feb. 10 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by local dignitaries and VIPs. The ceremony kicked off the center’s 2010 cruise season, which will see about 200 cruise ship visits and 500,000 passengers in the coming year. Mahogany Bay is a joint project

$34 Million Renovation

2010-02-04T19:00:00.000-08:00

Carnival's Fascination Completes $34 Million Renovation Published on: February 2, 2010 Carnival Cruise Lines’ 2,052-passenger Carnival Fascination resumed its year-round four- and five-day schedule from Jacksonville, Fla., on Feb. 1, following a $34 million dry-dock that added a new water park, an adults-only retreat, redesigned main pool area and 98 balconies. These renovations are part of

Dream Staterooms: Luxury and Pixie Dust

2010-01-30T06:34:00.000-08:00

Dream Staterooms: Luxury and Pixie Dust -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bookings are now open for all 2011 sailings aboard the Disney Dream™, the newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line® fleet. Designed specifically with families in mind, staterooms on the new ship are luxurious, spacious and sprinkled with a little extra pixie dust.

Win a VISITFLORIDA.com

2010-01-21T06:57:00.000-08:00

Enter for your Chance to Win a VISITFLORIDA.com Prize Package for Four! Unleash your Florida side by entering Fodor's 80° Sweepstakes for a chance to win a 5-night trip for four to St. Pete Beach, Florida. The prize includes round-trip air courtesy of AirTran Airways; 5 nights at The Don CeSar Beach Resort, a Loews Hotel and Fodor's Choice property; and an activity package from StarLite Cruises

Super-duper kids club rises in Atlantis resort

2010-01-20T19:35:00.000-08:00

The Atlantis, Paradise Island resort in the Bahamas is upping the amenities ante with an 8,000-square-foot state-of-the-art kids club due to open Jan. 23. Interactive touch-screen walls, tables and floors make Atlantis Kids Adventures more than a playroom away from home. Kids can draw a picture without picking up a crayon on an iTable, project it onto an iWall, then e-mail it to friends back

Super Bowl, Miami: All South Florida wants to play

2010-01-20T19:08:00.000-08:00

MIAMI – This year's Super Bowl is in Miami, but all South Florida wants to play. The region's three international airports give visitors the flexibility to try a variety of beaches, restaurants and social scenes on the mainland and south into the Florida Keys, said Rodney Barreto, chairman of the South Florida Super Bowl Host Committee. "It's not a bad place to be entertained while you're

Straw Market Building to Return to Nassau

2010-01-17T07:17:00.000-08:00

A brand new Straw Market is in the works for downtown Nassau after a $12 million contract was signed for its construction. The government of the Bahamas unveiled plans for the market in a press conference at which the contract was signed. A giant artist rendition and a three-dimensional model of the market were revealed as well. The Straw Market building, which also housed the Ministry of

More than 12,000 New Jobs

2010-01-15T18:51:00.000-08:00

Starwood Hotels Set to Create More than 12,000 New Jobs Published on: January 13, 2010 Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced plans to add more than 12,000 new jobs to the global workforce in 2010 – with roughly half of these jobs to be located inside the U.S. in markets spanning from New York to California. The news comes on the heels of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’

Delta Raises Baggage Fees, Continental Matches

2010-01-15T18:43:00.000-08:00

Delta Air Lines has raised its baggage fees for travelers checking bags in advance on the airline’s website. The fee for the first bag is now $23 while the fee for the second is now $32. The fee for checking bags at the airport at a counter or kiosk is $25 for the first bag and $34 for the second. At press time, Continental was the only carrier to match Delta's fee increase. The new fees go

Cruise Sale Event

2010-01-15T08:11:00.000-08:00

Having trouble viewing the graphics? CLICK HERE Brought to you by: Elite Travel etvacations@aol.com Royal Caribbean Sales Event Royal Caribbean International® presents the latest Sales Event specials. These offers are special rates for upcoming cruises with limited availability. Only a selection of staterooms are available, and these rates must be booked on Tuesday, 1/19/2010. Take

Children to customize their own cruise

2010-01-14T14:29:00.000-08:00

Disney Cruise Line is making it possible for children to customize their own cruise experiences. Based on interests, rather than age, kids aboard the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder and, soon, the Disney Dream, will be able to select activities and events that most appeal to them. Disney will still offer its recommendations as to which activity is suited to which maturity level, but the entire

The temperature is dropping

2010-01-14T13:48:00.000-08:00

The temperature is dropping almost as fast as our fares. Give your wallet that warm, fuzzy feeling and save 20% during the Winter Sale. Book by January 25, 2010 and travel by March 31, 2010 to save on your getaway. Sample Fares as Low as: Chicago to Seattle $120 New York City to Atlanta $98 Los Angeles to New Orleans $106 Orlando to Philadelphia $94 Denver to Reno $77

AirTran Airways Sports Illustrated® Swimsuit

2010-01-09T18:24:00.000-08:00

Party with the SI Swimsuit Models in Las Vegas! Is Sports Illustrated your favorite magazine? What about the Swimsuit edition? Well if you love both, this is the event of a lifetime. Travel on AirTran Airways with the 2010 Sport Illustrated Swimsuit models from New York to Las Vegas for the party of the year! One winner and their guest will fly on AirTran Airways along with SI Swimsuit

Stunning Hotels in Exciting Destination

2010-01-09T18:14:00.000-08:00

I love the Marriott family of hotels and resorts and they just opened 2 new hotels close to home! Atlanta Marriott Buckhead Hotel & Conference Center New Opening in Atlanta, Georgia Centrally located in the heart of Buckhead's business, shopping and entertainment districts, with a recent multi-million dollar renovation, this hotel is ideal for your business or pleasure trips. Across

A New Stage Spectacular

2010-01-08T11:01:00.000-08:00

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- “Toy Story – The Musical” will take over Hyperion Theatre in Disney’s California Adventure® Park in early 2011. The characters and playful plot from the original Disney-Pixar film, “Toy Story,” will come to life in this dazzling, musical stage spectacular where Guests will be treated to a unique “toys’ eye

Fairytale Dining at Cinderella Castle

2010-01-08T10:55:00.000-08:00

Dining is a dream come true at Magic Kingdom® Park. Beginning Feb. 7, 2010, Fairytale Dining will be the new name for the character dining experience at Cinderella’s Royal Table. Once you enter the Castle foyer, they will have a photo opportunity with Cinderella as she welcomes them to the feast. Upstairs in the enchanted dining hall, Cinderella’s royal friends, the Disney Princesses, will

Amazing Packages & Savings in 2010

2010-01-08T06:14:00.000-08:00

Los Cabos, Mexico - As the days become shorter and summer months come to a close, travelers begin to plan their winter getaways, ready to escape the cold for sun, sand and surf. This year, vacationers need not look any further than the white sand shores of Los Cabos, located at the southernmost tip of the Baja Peninsula. Renowned for its world.class sport fishing, championship golf courses,

A Re-Mastered Return

2010-01-05T18:22:00.000-08:00

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Guests now can celebrate the return of the most patriotic attraction at Disneyland® Park. Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln, a beloved attraction for nearly 45 years and a historic landmark in the development of Audio-Animatronics® technology, has reopened in the Main Street Opera House. With a new, stunningly

Disney Mobile Magic Application

2010-01-05T18:19:00.000-08:00

Disney Mobile Magic, a new application available to Verizon Wireless subscribers, provides valuable information to Guests such as attraction wait times for the Park they are currently in, Disney’s FASTPASS® Service return times and the ability to locate their favorite Characters using their mobile device. The application’s GPS technology also displays Park maps that pinpoint a Guest’s location

Secrets Sanctuary

2010-01-02T05:51:00.000-08:00

Secrets Resorts & Spas Enters New Destination with First Property in Cap Cana Secrets Sanctuary to open January 2010 in the Dominican Republic Secrets Resorts & Spas, the luxury resort brand offering Unlimited-Luxury® vacations for adults-only, announced the opening in the Dominican Republic, of Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana. This will also become the award-winning brand’s first resort

Standardize staterooms

2010-01-02T05:06:00.000-08:00

NCL Standardizes Stateroom Categories Across the Fleet Published on: December 23, 2009 Norwegian Cruise Line has standardized its stateroom categories across the fleet starting with new bookings from April 2011. The inventory with new categorization will open for booking during the first quarter of 2010, making it easier for travel agents and guests to locate and book specialty staterooms,

2010 Deals in Puerto Rico

2009-12-27T14:56:00.000-08:00

Travel Bound is offering low prices and special offers on three-, four- and five-star hotels and tours in Puerto Rico. The offer is available at the following hotels: Sheraton Puerto Rico, a four-star hotel. Rates start at $133 and includes resort fee. El Convento, a four-star property. The offer is for a Superior Room starting at $208 Rio Mar Beach Resort, a four-star hotel. Rates start at

Discovery Cruise Line Goes All-Inclusive, Boards Later

2009-12-27T14:46:00.000-08:00

Discovery Cruise Line, which sails daily except Wednesdays to Grand Bahama Island, is changing the way it does business. Effective January 28, 2010, the line will depart from Port Everglades at 10 a.m., with pre-boarding starting at 7 a.m., and will feature all-inclusive alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during the cruise as well as two all-you-can-eat buffet meals. The first buffet will

Hilton in Nassau Completes Makeover

2009-12-27T14:43:00.000-08:00

The British Colonial Hilton Nassau in the Bahamas celebrates its 10th anniversary this month with the completion of a multimillion-dollar renovation covering almost all aspects of the hotel. The makeover campaign kicked off late last year and included upgrades to all 288 guestrooms, public areas, dining and banquet space. The British Colonial Hilton Nassau has been operating as a Hilton since

PARK, SLEEP, CRUISE

2009-12-27T06:58:00.000-08:00

PARK, SLEEP, CRUISE Relax before you take your cruise from Port Everglades and leave your car at The Sheraton Suites Plantation. Where you will find the celebrated “aaahhh” of the Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® Beds. You will also find a feeling of welcome unlike any other. Because you don’t just stay here. You Belong. 264 All Suite Property. Each spacious suite features bedroom and a separate

Fairytale Dining at Cinderella Castle

2009-12-26T07:36:00.000-08:00

Dining is a dream come true at Magic Kingdom® Park. Beginning Feb. 7, 2010, Fairytale Dining will be the new name for the character dining experience at Cinderella’s Royal Table. Once your Clients enter the Castle foyer, they will have a photo opportunity with Cinderella as she welcomes them to the feast. Upstairs in the enchanted dining hall, Cinderella’s royal friends, the Disney

Spa Deals Will Keep Coming In 2010

2009-12-26T06:33:00.000-08:00

The spa deals will keep coming, according to SpaFinder's Top 10 Global Spa Trends to Watch in 2010. One of the big reasons is an oversupply of spas. For all the day spas that have closed, a lot of big resort spas are still opening. "There were spas in various stages of construction at the start of the recession, and while some scrapped or delayed plans, many saw it through," says SpaFinder.

Touch of Evil Coming to Disney Cruise Line—Relax, It’s Fun

2009-12-22T07:50:00.000-08:00

A new production is debuting on Disney Cruise Line—and it’s a nefarious one at that! Forget Tinker Bell, Peter Pan, Cinderella—this time, Disney’s villains get to strut their stuff. “Villains Tonight!,” a musical spectacular, will debut during the March 27 voyage aboard the Disney Magic and will also play to guests aboard the new Disney Dream cruise ship in early 2011. It’s the first Disney

Interactive Bar Games on

2009-12-22T07:46:00.001-08:00

Mix, Holland America Line's newest lounge venue, is taking bar entertainment to the next level. The cruise line is installing five Microsoft Surface units in the lounge space. While visiting any of Mix's three bars, Martini, Champagne, and Spirits & Ales, guests can use the touch-screen technology on Microsoft Surface to play checkers, chess, air hockey, Tetris, cards and Touch Sports football,

Holland America Line's 2011

2009-12-22T07:42:00.000-08:00

Holland America Line's 2011 cruise itineraries for Europe and Alaska have been drawn up. Seven of Holland America's ships will be sailing in the 2011 season. These include ms Nieuw Amsterdam, which is scheduled to debut on July 4, ms Noordam, ms Ryndham, ms Rotterdam, ms Eurodam, ms Prinsendam and ms Maasdam. The vessels will cruise the Mediterranean, Baltic and Northern Europe hitting ports

Free Bus Rides to NYC

2009-12-16T05:14:00.000-08:00

If you've been dreaming of a trip to New York but are short on funds, you can take advantage of the new promotion from Megabus. Thanks to an arrangement with NYC & Company, the City's official tourism organization, Megabus is offering 40,000 free seats on buses traveling to NYC between January 6 and March 20, 2010. To take advantage of this offer, go to Megabus and use the promo code "GETAWAY."

VIVA ELVIS

2009-12-10T18:09:00.000-08:00

Viva ELVIS™, a harmonious fusion of dance, acrobatics and live music, is a tribute to the life and music of Elvis Presley. Nostalgia, modernity and raw emotion provide the backdrop for his immortal voice and the exhilaration and beauty of his music. Created in the image of The King of Rock`n'Roll - powerful, sexy, whimsical, truly unique and larger than life - the show highlights an American icon

The Perfect Wedding

2009-12-06T16:46:00.000-08:00

The Perfect Wedding DestinationBy Mimi KmetHawaii offers many unique venues for couples to tie the knot Stretches of beach, tropical gardens, manicured lawns, quaint courtyards and other euphoric locales throughout Hawaii make the islands an ideal place to tie the knot. Though most hotels offer at least one of those types of venues, or have access to them, other unique venues—such as historic

ALERT

2009-12-06T14:17:00.000-08:00

ALERT Category: Travel and Places MGM Grand Hotel and Casino - Las Vegas, Nevada************************************************************************************Dine at CityCenter's Aria, the brand new resort in the heart of CityCenter, Las Vegas. And unwind at The Signature.Suites from only $119 at The Signature + $100 dining credit to Aria's fine dining restaurants+ $50 Beverage Credit at

Atlantis Bahamas

2009-12-04T15:37:00.000-08:00

This legendary resort has a December Special, with four nights for the price of three, $200 meal credit, and kids under 12 stay and eat free. Atlantis Bahamas -- in case you didn't know-- is a one-of-kind destination with shark lagoons, jaw-dropping waterslides, river float, large kiddie pool area, kids' waterplay zone, subterranean giant aquariums with Atlantis theme, Discovery Kids Camp-- not

Holiday Inn Las Vegas Sets New

2009-11-28T16:25:00.000-08:00

Holiday Inn Las Vegas Sets New Year's Eve Promotion Published on: November 16, 2009The new Holiday Inn Las Vegas Hotel has just rolled out a New Year's Eve promotion. Guests are invited to submit five New Year's “Anti-Resolutions” for a special discount and welcome amenity for their New Year's Eve stay at this Las Vegas hotel near the Strip. To take advantage of this offer, guests must arrive on

Save 25% off

2009-11-27T17:04:00.000-08:00

All-Out During the Holiday Season

2009-11-26T17:53:00.000-08:00

Cruises Go All-Out During the Holidaysby Ho, ho, ho and pass the dreidel. The holiday season is almost upon us, and those who have booked a cruise during this festive time are in for treats aplenty.With cruising now firmly established as a family vacation option, cruise lines have made special provisions for children onboard during the holiday season—but it's not just the kids who'll get feted

Playground in Paradise

2009-11-22T12:17:00.000-08:00

Treehouse Point / Cheryl JonesFancy a Swiss Family Robinson experience but with indoor plumbing? Treehouse hotels not only get you up close to the local wildlife—your neighbors could be anything from Howler Monkeys to flying tree frogs—they can also offer seclusion for a romantic getaway or excitement for adventure-seeking families. While some of our top ten treehouse hotels have saving the

Buy a Three-Night, Five-Day Package,

2009-11-21T07:09:00.000-08:00

Get Two More Nights Free*! Now through April 1, 2010, you can buy a 3-night, 5-day Disneyland® Resort vacation package from Walt Disney Travel Company and get two more hotel nights free*! Plus, this package includes a 5-Day Disneyland Resort Park Hopper® souvenir ticket, allowing you to enjoy favorite attractions at both Theme Parks.This offer is available for arrivals Jan. 5 — April 29, 2010.

Hottest Upcoming Events

2009-11-21T06:57:00.000-08:00

You won’t want to miss these!Don’t miss the hottest concert tickets this season! Jay-Z Weezer Andrea Bocelli Jesus Christ Superstar Hatebreed 101 Dalmatians: The Musical

Residence Inn Orlando SeaWorld Features Shopping Getaway

2009-11-21T06:47:00.000-08:00

Residence Inn Orlando SeaWorld/International Center has created the Orlando Premium Outlets Shopping Getaway Package, which includes an overnight stay, a $50 gift card for Orlando Premium Outlets per night stayed, a VIP coupon booklet, and complimentary shuttle based on schedule. Rates range from $109 to $210 per room, per night and the offer is valid through Sept. 30, 2010. Click on the "Check

Holiday Inn Las Vegas to Open Next Month

2009-11-21T06:45:00.000-08:00

InterContinental Hotels Group announced that the $35 million Holiday Inn Las Vegas will open next month, one mile from the Strip. Owned by Flamingo Structures LLC, the property will showcase the brand's new sign, which is the seal of approval that this hotel exemplifies the standards of the $1 billion Holiday Inn brand relaunch program. The Holiday Inn brand relaunch is the largest in the history

Royal Caribbean Reveals Winner of "Reporter at Sea" Contest

2009-11-21T06:42:00.000-08:00

Royal Caribbean International and USA Today named Joyce Allison of Simpsonville, S.C., as the winner of their “Reporter at Sea” contest. She won the chance to help cover the debut of Royal Caribbean’s newest ship, Oasis of the Seas for USA Today’s Cruise Log along with cruise editor Gene Sloan. Allison, a 22-year-old student at Clemson University, focused her entry on the ship’s innovative

New Resort Opens

2009-11-21T06:36:00.000-08:00

New Turks & Caicos Resort Opens in February with Deals The Veranda Resort & Residences, opening February 1 on the island of Providenciales in Turks and Caicos, is now offering a Grand Opening Deal of 30-percent off for travel from February 1 to April 10 with introductory rates starting at $630 per night based on double occupancy (including tax and service).The 10-acre resort occupies 800 feet of

Vov Renewal

2009-11-21T06:30:00.000-08:00

Royal Caribbean’s Vow Renewal Cruise Content Explorer Map | Back to Previous Royal Caribbean announced it will host its first annual “Royal Caribbean Love Affair,” a vow renewal cruise aboard the Radiance of the Seas March 5-12, 2010. Sailing from San Diego to the Mexican Rivera—ports of call include Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan and Cabo San Lucas—the cruise includes a vow renewal by the captain of

Marriott's Deal of the Week

2009-11-03T04:42:00.000-08:00

Marriott has fall deals at two of their best known chains. Stay at any Courtyard by Marriott for $69/night & up and get a free $25 gift card. Or chose SpringHill Suites for 2 nights & get a 3rd night free. Stays must include a Friday or Saturday night.

North American child-friendly hotels

2009-11-01T12:40:00.000-08:00

From skiing near Vancouver to snorkeling in Florida, these North American hotels offer great child-friendly activities. From November 2009 On the last day of a weeklong Funky Fish Ocean Adventure camp, on Florida’s southeast coast, you’re headed to an offshore reef with a boatload of sun-kissed children to witness their newfound snorkeling prowess. You have never seen your daughter this excited.

CitySights NY

2009-10-24T16:53:00.000-07:00

Today I found a great tour operator for New York City and Washington, DC. This tour company is called Citysights. They have several different tours, events tickets and cruises you can purchas. Here's a little information about this company.CitySights NY is one of the leading sightseeing tour companies in New York City. We offer hop-on hop-off double-decker bus tours in Manhattan and Brooklyn

I;m Back

2009-10-23T19:11:00.000-07:00

Ok, the last couple of weeks I had some computer problems and had to take my computer in. She as truly sick with a bad virus. I was so lonely and miss her a lot at home. Now she is all better and doing fine. Now it is back to business as usual.

Free NIghts

2009-09-18T19:17:00.000-07:00

FREE NIGHTS at SuperClubs Resorts Now through December 22, 2009 enjoy free nights at most resorts in the SuperClubs family, including Starfish and Rooms. EVERY 3rd NIGHT IS FREE now through October 31, 2009 Book your SuperClubs resort getaway by October 7 and enjoy every 3rd night FREE. Stay for 3, but only pay for 2. Stay for 6, but only pay for 4. For every 3 nights you stay, you get 1

What are these wizards up to now?

2009-09-18T16:46:00.000-07:00

Looks like Harry Potter is coming to Universal Studios! I wonder what Mickey thinks about that. Will you go and see the wizards at Universal Studios when he arrives? I sure am, can't wait.Post your thoughts below.

Disney Cruise Line Set Sail for

2009-09-17T17:03:00.000-07:00

Disney Cruise Line Sets Sail for Alaska It’s a Disney Cruise Line® first! The Disney Wonder® Cruise Ship is sailing to Alaska for a four-month season of 7-night cruises in 2011. Departing out of Vancouver, B.C., the ship will call on popular ports such as Juneau, Ketchikan and Skagway.The first Alaskan cruise sets sail on May 3, 2011, with the last cruise of the season scheduled for Aug. 30,

Interactive Aquarium

2009-09-16T18:00:00.000-07:00

Upcoming Family Tours: Coming to a City Near You

2009-09-12T17:42:00.000-07:00

Its' about that time of year: The Fall CONCERT and theater season!! And this year we've got plenty of shows in store for you! Take a look at the hot concerts coming up. We have expanded our On Sale Soon feed to include ALL EVENTS coming on sale soon! Disney on Ice Princess ClassicsTrans-Siberian Orchestra Winter Tour 2009Disney On Ice (SM) presents Disney/Pixar’s Finding NemoCurious George Live:

Castaway Cay Expands

2009-09-11T06:28:00.000-07:00

Disney Cruises: Castaway Cay Expands Family cruisers love their private islands: Disney Cruise Line (and several other cruise lines too) offer shore excursions to a private island, and these outings get high satisfaction ratings from guests.* In fact, Disney's customers love Castaway Cay so much that some cruise itineraries now stop there twice. Castaway Cay1 is a 1000-acre picture-perfect islet

Red Mountain Resort Package to Feature Joan Lunden

2009-09-09T18:27:00.000-07:00

Red Mountain Resort & Spa in St. George, Utah, and SpaFinder are offering a package featuring Joan Lunden, author, motivational speaker and former host of ABC-TV’s “Good Morning America.” Lunden will host the Harnessing the Power of Change package, Oct. 18 to 21. Priced at $687 per person, the three-night, all-inclusive package includes a 50-minute Sagestone Swedish massage, a “Life is a Do-over”

Feature "Terror Train"

2009-09-09T18:23:00.000-07:00

Universal Hollywood's Horror Nights to Feature "Terror Tram"Published on: September 4, 2009The twisted landscape of the famous "War of the Worlds" set -- with its authentic airline jumbo jet wreckage, devastated houses and apocalyptic vistas -- will be transformed into "The Containment Zone," an elaborately themed, zombie-ridden "scare zone," bringing scenes from an unmade movie to life as part

Orlando Holiday Vacation Specials

2009-09-09T12:49:00.000-07:00

Treat your family to a special stay at this extraordinary all-suites hotel, Voted #1 by TripAdvisor in "Best for Families" category in 2008!. Super rates are available now - Book 14 days in advance for significant savings - Affordable rates from $79 per night! Plus, new package includes a $25 Food & Beverage credit per night stayed! Guests of the Residence Inn SeaWorld will enjoy the following:•

The Lion King

2009-09-05T18:20:00.000-07:00

The Lion King Tickets

Walking With Dinosaurs

2009-09-05T18:12:00.000-07:00

ABOUT THE SHOWAfter 65 million years they’re back!After years of planning, the award-winning BBC TV series, Walking with Dinosaurs comes to life in a stunning theatrical event.Internationally renowned designers have worked with scientists to create 15 life-size dinosaurs, including the terror of the ancient terrain, Tyrannosaurus-rex! Be amazed and thrilled as the greatest creatures ever to walk

Disney Cruise Line's Dream

2009-08-28T21:58:00.000-07:00

Disney Cruise Line's Dream Begins to Take ShapePublished on: August 27, 2009 Disney Cruise Line celebrated the keel-laying of the Disney Dream, the first of two new ships. “Since our inception, families have come to know and love Disney Cruise Line, and they are looking for additional ways to enjoy all that we have to offer,” Disney Cruise Line President Karl Holz said during the Aug. 26 ceremony

DISNEY CRUISE LINE OFFERS

2009-08-27T19:19:00.000-07:00

Disney Cruise Line Offers More Land Add-OnsDisney Cruise Line in 2010 is offering a wide selection of add-on options to complement their cruise, including resort stays and theme park tickets that can all be booked under one reservation. For all cruise itineraries originating from Port Canaveral, including seven-night cruises on the Disney Magic, guests can purchase pre- or post-cruise stays at 18

Tropical splendors beckon

2009-08-27T18:57:00.000-07:00

Tropical splendors beckon onnew 2010 – 2011 sailingsBlock your group space today! We're happy to announce even more exciting new opportunities sailing onboard Sapphire Princess® and Royal Princess® during 2010 – 2011. We've added more Hawaii, Tahiti & South Pacific voyages, new Hawaiian Islands sailings, a 10-day Mexican Riviera sailing and a new small ship cruise to the Eastern Caribbean.

A ROOM WITH A VIEW

2009-08-27T18:26:00.000-07:00

CONSUMER OFFER: UP TO $250 ONBOARD CREDIT PER STATEROOM!($100 per stateroom for Balconies, Deluxe Balconies, and Mini-Suites, $200 per stateroom for Suites, $250 per stateroom for Garden Villa.) BOOKING WINDOW: August 10 - September 10, 2009 APPLICABLE DEPARTURES: All published Fleet-Wide Cruises 5 + Days - Holiday sailings below are excluded: N. Dawn 12/18/09; 12/27/09 N. Gem 12/19/09; 12

Disney Vacationers

2009-08-07T20:32:00.000-07:00

Just want you have been waiting for, I know I have! My family and I have decided to not do a Disney cruise in October of 2010. We decided on doing a Carnival cruise in October 2010. Everyone is welcome to join our family on our 3 day Bahamas cruise in October. Contact me for more information.We are going BACK to Disney World in August 2010 for 5 WHOLE DAYS! 3 days weren't enough for us this year!

Six Questions to Ask

2009-07-29T15:43:00.000-07:00

Six Questions to Ask Before Booking a CruiseIs the Itinerary Attractive? Weather Down Under should be good; January is summer. But on this itinerary, you spend a lot of time at sea, looking at scenery, rather than exploring ports. And Australia is a long schlep, even from Los Angeles, obviously more if you have to connect from somewhere else. In the same general price range—or for less—you could

"Retail Therapy"

2009-07-29T15:11:00.000-07:00

Omni Hotels Offer "Retail Therapy" Weekend PackageOmni Hotels is now offering “Retail Therapy,” a package created just for girlfriends looking for a little fun, a lot of smart shopping and loads of time together. In advance of the visit, the “Retail Therapist” (aka the concierge) will contact the guests to help customize their experience from arranging spa treatments for the group to reservations

Rachael Ray Girlfriend

2009-07-29T14:50:00.000-07:00

Comfort Inn Offers Ultimate Rachael Ray Girlfriend GetawayThis summer, Comfort Inn hotels and Every Day with Rachael Ray magazine are offering consumers the chance to win the ultimate girlfriend getaway vacation to New York City to attend a taping of “The Rachael Ray Show.” Now through Aug. 27, 2009, consumers can log on to www.chatandchew.rachaelraymag.com/comfort and enter for their chance to

Choosing a cruise cabin

2009-07-25T14:16:00.000-07:00

I wrote a small article about how to choose a cruise cabin for my clients in my weekly newsletter. Here is another article that was written about choosing a cruise cabin. Enjoy!How to Pick the Right Cruise CabinBy a Goldilocks-like process of elimination—this one's too small, this one's too loud—you can find a stateroom that's just right.Carolyn Spencer BrownThursday, July 16, 2009; On paper,

Secrets Resorts & Spas Set to Enter Jamaica in 2010

2009-07-17T16:08:00.000-07:00

Secrets Resorts & Spas, the luxury resort brand offering Unlimited-Luxury vacations for adults only, will officially open its first Jamaican properties early next year. In March 2010, Secrets St. James Montego Bay and Secrets Wild Orchid Montego Bay -- two new exclusive all-suites resorts -- will be situated side by side on a beachfront location. “With its illustrious natural beauty, premium

JetBlue Introduces Lifestyle Getaways Vacation Packages

2009-07-17T16:05:00.000-07:00

JetBlue Airways Corporation introduced new Lifestyle Getaways themed vacation package with options designed to fit vacationers’ interests. Lifestyle Getaways categorizes hotels and resorts according to a common interest or theme, such as all-inclusive, family, golf, historic, romantic and spa. They further increase the number of vacation packaging options offered by JetBlue through its Getaways

Stay 4 nights

2009-07-16T16:56:00.000-07:00

Stay 4 nights or longer at one of the AAA Four Diamond Award® winning on-site hotels at Universal Orlando®: Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel®, Loews Royal Pacific Resort and kids (ages 3-9) get FREE† theme park admission with each paid Adult 2-Park Unlimited Admission* Ticket, valid for both Universal Orlando theme parks. PLUS save up to 30%†† off on-site hotel room rates - the longer

"Why Not Talk Cruise"

2009-06-30T17:44:00.000-07:00

Muskat's "Why Not Talk Cruise" Online Talk Show ExtendedPublished on: June 29, 2009With 11 episodes already under its belt, the “Why Not Talk Cruise with Ken Muskat” show has been extended from its original 13 episodes to 23. “Why Not Talk Cruise with Ken Muskat” airs every Friday at 2 p.m. Eastern Time and 11 a.m. Pacific Time until Sept. 11 at www.royalcaribbean.com/whynottalkcruise.Listeners

Discovery Cruise Line Guarantees

2009-06-30T17:41:00.001-07:00

Discovery Cruise Line Guarantees Lowest Price to Bahamas Published on: June 29, 2009Discovery Cruise Line, which offers cruise service between South Florida and Grand Bahama Island daily except Wednesdays, is offering a free cruise to Grand Bahama Island to passengers who buy commercial transportation to the destination at a price lower than Discovery’s $99.99 per person roundtrip fare. The $29

Southwest Kicks.....

2009-06-30T17:31:00.000-07:00

Southwest Kicks Off Services from New York LaGuardiaPublished on: June 29, 2009 Southwest Airlines kicked off its new service out of New York’s LaGuardia Airport over the weekend with its “New Service, New Attitude, New York” themed celebration. Southwest Customers and employees dined on New York-style bagels while being serenaded by Southwest’s rapping flight attendant, David Holmes.New Yorkers

You will travel with kids....

2009-06-22T18:14:00.000-07:00

A couple of days ago, I was looking for some different and fun activities for my grandchildren for when we travel. Toys and games to keep them busy and quiet for long periods of time. I came across a company that had all the things I was looking for and more. And you could pick and choose your toys or games for your travel bag. So I thought I would share the website with you.Family Travel

Theme parks discounts and freebies

2009-06-20T20:46:00.000-07:00

Seasonal theme parks typically offer various discounts to drive local traffic, but this summer the large destination parks are attempting to lure customers with offers of free food, free hotel stays and even free admission.Among the deals:Orlando• Book a Busch Entertainment Worlds of Discovery vacation package for three nights and they'll throw in two extra nights for free, including unlimited

The Hangover Sweepstakes

2009-06-08T19:32:00.000-07:00

Caesars Palace Enables Guests to Experience "The Hangover"Published on: June 8, 2009With the release of Warner Bros.’ summer comedy, “The Hangover,” on June 5, much of which was shot at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, the hotel is offering two ways for guests to experience “The Hangover.” In “The Hangover” Sweepstakes, clients should become Facebook fans or follow Caesars Palace on Twitter to enter.

Video Illustrates How to Use New Travel..

2009-06-07T10:34:00.000-07:00

Video Illustrates How to Use New Travel Documents Effective June 1Published on: June 1, 2009 U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has posted a video on its Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) website to show U.S. and Canadian citizens travelers how to benefit most from their new WHTI-compliant documents. The new procedures are effective today, Monday, June 1. Many of the new travel

Shoestring Budget Wedding Package

2009-06-07T08:04:00.000-07:00

TIE THE KNOT ON A SHOESTRING BUDGET AT GRAND LIDO RESORTS & SPAS IN JAMAICA; SAVE UP T $28,000 ON WEDDING COSTS New "Ultimate Budget Wedding": Most Comprehensive Free Nuptials Package On Offer Includes Financial Consultation with Major U.S. Investment Bank As average wedding expenses soar beyond $28,000 according to The Knot, engaged couples are looking to trim costs without crimping on style.

Azure Daytime Pool Experience

2009-06-07T07:58:00.000-07:00

Palazzo Las Vegas Unveils Azure Daytime Pool ExperienceThe Palazzo Las Vegas has unveiled Azure, a daytime pool experience, featuring contemporary décor with lush greenery, daybeds, seasonal flora, fashion shows, amenity butlers and butlerettes, and the culinary offerings of celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck. Culinary offerings will include crisp calamari with grilled zucchini and oven-roasted tomato;

Carnival to Feature...

2009-05-28T07:42:00.000-07:00

Carnival to Feature Acrobats on New 130,000-Ton DreamCarnival Cruise Lines is planning a new entertainment program for its newest and largest “Fun Ship,” the 130,000-ton Carnival Dream. In addition to three production revues, Carnival Dream will offer solo singers, comedians, live bands and “Fun Force,” an acrobatic team that will perform throughout the ship. “The increased size of the Carnival

Discounts on Shore Excursions

2009-05-28T07:25:00.000-07:00

Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Discount Alaska Shore ExcursionsCelebrity Cruises and Royal Caribbean International are offering a 5 percent discount on Alaska shore excursions booked online from May 27 through June 7. The offer is for cruisers planning to take seven-night Alaska cruises this year on the sister lines beginning June 5. Guests can purchase as many shore excursions as their cruise

$9 Airfare?

2009-05-28T07:19:00.000-07:00

While I knew Spirit Airlines offers $9 airfare, if you join their $9 airfare club. But here a another new Airline that is offering $9 airfare. Read all about it:Startup JetAmerica Launches with $9 Fare OfferStartup carrier JetAmerica has begun selling $9 one-way seats on service schedule to begin July 13. It will serve six cities. Its inaugural roundtrip flights launch from Lansing, Michigan,

one small vote, one mighty impact

2009-05-23T22:35:00.001-07:00

Memorial Day Prayer

2009-05-23T20:17:00.000-07:00

Dear Heavenly Father,As we remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, we think of how they have followed in the footsteps of your son, our Savior, Jesus Christ. Please hold our service men and women in your strong arms. Cover them with your sheltering grace and presence as they stand in the gap for our protection.We also remember the families of our troops, and ask for