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Feb
21
Europe River Cruises
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Paris & Normandy
Cruise with Shore Excursions on this incredible 7-night expedition, you
will be mesmerized by the beauty and history of France. They’ll tour Paris and
revel in the splendor of world’s most romantic city.
You’ll stroll through Giverny’s gardens, which inspired the masterpieces of Monet. And join us on the Normandy Beaches as they commemorate the bravery of World War II troops.
- 7 tours with private, English-speaking guides: Paris/panoramic cruise;
- Conflans; Giverny/Monet Foundation; Rouen; Honfleur;
- Normandy Beaches excursion
- Welcome Dinner, Captain’s Farewell Dinner
- All onboard meals and lunch in Normandy
- All outside cabin accommodations
- Old World Highlights: Port lectures by your knowledgeable Cruise Manager,
sampling of French cheeses, World War II history lecture and French folkloric
entertainment
Burgundy & Provence
7-Night All-Inclusive Cruise with Shore Excursions
You will travel along the Sane and Rhine Rivers, exploring the famed region of Burgundy, the lavender-scented hills of Provence and the wild, majestic scenery of the Ardche region.
You’ll indulge your taste buds by sampling the famed cuisine of Lyon and fabled wines of Burgundy. In beautiful Arles, they’ll see for yourself why this city was such an inspiration to Vincent van Gogh and they’ll view the historic Papal Palace of Avignon and imposing ancient Roman ruins scattered across the region.
- 7 tours with private, English-speaking guides:
- Beaune/Burgundy wine tour;
- Lyon; Vienna; Tournon/Tain L-Hermitage; Avignon; Arles
- Welcome Dinner
- Captain’s Farewell Dinner
- Old World Highlights
- All onboard meals
- All outside cabin accommodations
Tulips & Windmills
9-Night All-Inclusive Cruise with Shore Excursions
When you combine Holland’s
annual floral splendor with the rich cultural traditions of Brussels and Brugge-the
two most beautifully preserved medieval cities in all of Belgium-you create a
unique 9-night journey for yourself.
- 9-night cruise with river-view, outside cabin onboard deluxe Viking Europe or Viking Sky
- 8 tours with private, English-speaking
guides: Amsterdam Canal Cruise/ Rijksmuseum; Hoorn; Arnhem/Paleis Het Loo; Kinderdijk
windmills; Brussels; Brugge; Delta Works & Neeltje Jans Expo; Keukenhof Gardens - All meals: 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 9 dinners
- Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner
- Old World Highlights: Port lectures by your knowledgeable Cruise Manager,
wooden shoe carving demonstration and Dutch folkloric entertainment - Payment of all port charges
- Private motorcoach for all coach excursions
- Captain’s Farewell Dinner
Dutch Journey
7-Night All-Inclusive Cruise with Shore Excursions
Springtime in Holland is a treat for the senses, with blooming bulbs, vibrant landscapes and a rich seafaring heritage. This 7-night journey will immerse you in Dutch culture with an in-depth exploration of the Netherlands…
- 7-night cruise with river-view, outside cabin onboard deluxe Viking Spirit or Viking Pride
- 7 tours with private, English-speaking guides: Amsterdam canal cruise/ Rijksmuseum; Enkhuizen/Zuiderzee Museum; Edam & Marken; Arnhem/Paleis Het Loo; Kinderdijk windmills; Rotterdam; Delft; Keukenhof Gardens
- All meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners
- Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner
- Captain’s Farewell Dinner
- Old World Highlights: Port lectures by your knowledgeable Cruise Manager, wooden shoe carving demonstration and Dutch folkloric entertainment
- All port charges
- Private motorcoach for all coach excursions
Prices are based on availability and can change without notice. Prices above do not include air. Prices are per cabin and include port charges for second person! Contact one of our cruise specialist and find the right European river cruise tour package for you.
Feb
20
Half Moon
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Half Moon is introducing two packages to add value to a Winter getaway at one of the Caribbean’s most luxurious resorts.
Chill out with a Winter Escape* package 01/05/07 - 04/15/07
Stay at least 5 nights and receive $200 resort credit per room, daily breakfast for fully-paid adults and round trip airport transfers.
Parents get an extra break:
- Kids under 12 stay free with daily breakfast when sharing a room with two parents (maximum 2 children)
- 50% off any meal plan for children under 12
- Single Parent Rate: Single parent with children under 12, maximum two children
*These specials are capacity controlled, may not be combined with any other promotion and may be withdrawn at any time. Applies to full rack rates and new bookings only. Tax and service charge not included. Blackout dates apply.
Prices are based on availability and can change without notice. These are just just some of the packages to Jamaica.
Contact one of our cruise specialist and find the right Caribbean cruise package for you.
Be sure to ask about your American Express Membership Rewards ® Benefits.
Feb
19
American Express has just kicked off their new Beyond The Beach promotion for 2007. This is not a vacation package, but a promotion, anyone involved with the American Express Cards and the Membership Rewards program can take advantage of this.
1. The benefits are good for many of the Caribbean Islands and Cancun for bookings and travel dates between January 1 and December 31, 2007. Packages must be booked through many of out favoriate suppliers.
2. American Express Cardmembers eligible to receive a $100 statement credit for qualifying vacations of $3,000 or more. Benefits are only available to Cardmembers in good standing & one time per Card account per calendar year (regardless of the number of qualifying vacations booked or the number of supplementary Cards on the account).
Annual Travel Benefit is considered redeemed in the calendar year in which final payment is made on the qualifying vacation. Cardmembers having multiple accounts may only redeem one Annual Travel Benefit per vacation booking.
Both deposit and final payment must be made on an American Express® Card.
Credit will be posted to Cardmember’s account 10-14 business days after date of final payment. Cardmember agrees account may be debited $100 if vacation is canceled for any reason and the purchase price (less any applicable cancellation fees or penalties) is credited to the account.
All amounts in terms & conditions are U.S. Dollars. American Express reserves the right to withdraw or alter this benefit at anytime without advance notice.
Not valid for group bookings & may not be combinable with other promotions or savings.
3. Double Membership Rewards® points:
To be eligible to earn bonus points, you must be enrolled in the Membership Rewards® program at time of purchase of vacation package through an American Express Travel Services location in the U.S., and must charge your qualifying vacation package to an eligible, enrolled American Express® Card. Annual Program fee $40.
If you’re not a Rewards Member you can join online.
For more information visit the American Express rewards web site.
4. Included with your purchase of an American Express Vacation Package is one year (12 issues) of Travel + Leisure magazine–a $54 value. This offer is valid for new subscribers only. Offer valid in continental U.S. .
This is a brief outline and benifits can change with out notice.
American Express reserves the right to withdraw or alter this benefit at anytime without advance notice.
Feb
7
Family Fun in the Cayman Islands
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PACK THE KIDS, FINS AND SUNBLOCK
THE CAYMAN ISLANDS INVITES FAMILIES TO DIVE INTO SUMMER FUN WITH DISCOUNTS
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands is offering incredible savings in the Cayman Islands this summer, Cayman Summer Splash (CSS) is one of the Caribbean’s hottest travel packages, perfect for families looking for an exciting and memorable summer vacation.
With discounted accommodations, airfare, meals and activities for kids*, every child’s dreams, whether it is exploring world class reefs or stumbling upon “secret†caves, can be realized here in the Cayman Islands.
Making an early debut at the Caribbean Hotel Associations Marketplace in Aruba today, the Summer Package is sure to generate interest in the Cayman Islands and to give it a head start in the race for summer guests.
The Hon. Minister of Tourism, Charles Clifford commented on the summer package saying, The Cayman Island’s private sector and the DoT have again succeeded in working together to create compelling offers for what is historically the industry’s slow season. Also, Cayman Airways is to be commended for leading the way as the airline partner that offers families enticing and affordable travel.â€
Highlights of the 2007 Cayman Summer Splash promotion include:
- Accommodations (hotels and condos) Book 5 nights, pay for 4. Kids stay free in room with adult
- Airfare Cayman Airways, National Flag Carrier of the Cayman Islands Children fly 50% off with accompanying adult
- Dive 50% off diving for kids (age 12-18) when diving with a full paying adult
- Watersports and attractions 25% off beach water sports; Discounts on entrance fees to popular attractions such as Boatswain’s Beach and QE II Botanic Park
- Restaurants – Discounts on meals in participating restaurants
- Rental Cars – 15% off online rentals at Coconut Car Rentals.
By booking a Cayman Summer Splash package with Cayman Airways,
children fly 50% off the adult fare with an accompanying adult from all Cayman Airways gateway cities; and once they arrive in the Cayman Islands they receive discounts at some of the island’s top hotels and condos including:
- The Ritz-Carlton,
- Grand Cayman
- Westin Casuarina Resort & Spa
- Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort
- Cobalt Coast Resort & Suites
- Sunshine Suites
- Cayman Villas (Little Cayman)
- Meridian
- Aqua Bay Club
- and more.
The savings even extend to participating restaurants, providing families with deals and varied choices of cuisines, from traditional local Caymanian fare, to more exotic dishes from around the world.
Restaurants include Lone Star; Hard Rock Cafe; Castro’s Hideaway; The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman’s Periwinkle; and the restaurant at Cobalt Coast Resort and Suites. Children eat free from the kid’s menu when accompanying a paying adult at Breezes by the Bay, Chicken! Chicken! and Cimboco.
This summer, every Cayman Summer Splash vacation package comes complete with a Cayman VIP Card for discounts on entrance fees to attractions such as Boatswain’s Beach, Atlantis Submarine underwater adventures, Jolly Roger cruises and QE II Botanic Park.
And with online booking discounts for car rentals, Cayman Summer Splash makes it easier for visitors to explore all parts of Grand Cayman.
Every summer vacation should include the thrill and adventure of water sports, and for this there are few better places than the Cayman Islands.
With a variety of water activities including windsurfing, snorkeling, sailing and diving in the spectacular waters surrounding Cayman, there is something for every member of the family. For those who prefer to stay out of the water, but still want to get a taste of Cayman s marine life, Atlantis Submarines offers an exciting underwater adventure.
Boatswain’s Beach and the Cayman Turtle Farm are also perfect for any traveler who wants the chance to pick up turtles, swim and snorkel with tropical fish, and peer into a giant predator tank to come nose to nose with sharks and eels.
And to make vacation dollars go even further, families will not only receive great discounts on a number of activities, but families who use their American Express to purchase a Summer Splash 5 night package between May 1st and September 4th will also receive an American Express $100 gift check upon check-in at their accommodations, to be used during their vacation in the Cayman Islands.
Savings for these fun-filled activities include:
- 50% off rate for children when accompanying a full fare adult at Atlantis Submarines
- 25% off an Atlantis Submarine tour for each adult accompanying a full paying adult
- 25% off entrance fee at Boatswain’s Beach and Cayman Turtle Farm
- 25% of non-motorized water sports with Red Sail Sports and Kirk Sea Tours
- 15% off all Eco-Tours with Cayman Kayaks
- 25% off digital underwater camera rentals at Cathy Church Photography
- 50% off kids (under 12) when accompanied by an adult on the Jolly Roger Sunset Cruise
- 25% off dive and snorkel gear rentals at Divers Supply
- 15% - 50% off water sports activities at Resort Sports.
Families who visit the Cayman Islands can choose from a variety of adventurous activities, or they can visit main attractions such as the famous Seven Mile Beach. This year’s Summer Splash package makes all of these activities possible for families on any type of budget, said Pilar Bush, Director of Tourism.
“With Cayman Summer Splash, everything for an exciting yet relaxing vacation is bundled into one package.
* Kids are defined as children 11 years and under.