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Fabulous client review...
As expected, the Oceania Nautica left nothing to be desired -- everything was perfect from beginning to end! They sailed the ever-popular "Yacht Havens" itinerary -- a 10-night, port-intensive (no sea days) route from Rome to Barcelona with stops in all the tres chic harbors of the Riviera -- plus the islands of Corsica (a real hidden gem!) and Sardinia. They were particularly delighted with the Oceania food, service, and "extra touches" like the free bottled water when disembarking in the ports, slippers in the stateroom, and a nicer-than-usual tote bag (super-handy for carr...
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Avoiding a Large Phone Bill When Traveling
Great article from the New York Times -- click to the link here.
Posted on 29/7/10Read More...
New Record-Keeping System Working Out the Bugs
Hello! Quick update on the new Cruise Planners record-keeping system:
Posted on 24/7/10Read More...
Top 10 Places: Spectacular North American Sights to See by Cruise Ship
#1. Glacier Bay, Alaska. You cannot see this magnificent national park any other way than by ship. Several beautiful blue-ice glaciers ribbon down from breath-taking mountains to the sea in this pristine bay. #2. The lava flow of Kilauea on the Big Island of Hawaii. Another fabulous view you can't get from land, especially at night. Sailing past the red-hot-glowing flow is a wonder to behold. #3. The Na Pali coast of Kauai, Hawaii. Vistas of lush, towering cliffs, waterfalls, sea-caves, whales, and rainbows are yours to treasure only from th...
Posted on 11/7/10Read More...
Our Freedoms and Rights, spelled out in our Constitution...
The Bill of Rights (Amendments 1-10) First Amendment – Establishment Clause, Free Exercise Clause; freedom of speech, of the press, and of assembly; right to petition Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Second Amendment – Militia (United States), Sovereign state, Right to keep and bear arms. A well regulated Militia, being necessary t...
Posted on 4/7/10Read More...
Easy Tropical Drink
This will put you right at the beach with no sweat... Shake in a martini shaker: One ounce Bacardi Cherry Rum 2 ounces orange juice 3-4 ounces Canada Dry Sparkling Water Orange 5-6 ice cubes pinch of sugar Shake and pour into a glass, including ice cubes, garnish with slice of lime Enjoy!
Posted on 28/6/10Read More...
Good Reasons to Book Your Next Vacation Early
Hello all! I probably beg for this every summer, but PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE consider booking your next vacation early so you can get what you want. It happened again, naturally: a family has waited too long to decide on their dream Alaska cruise and now they can't get the ship, sailing date, nor type of cabin that they want. And that's not even to mention the now-much-higher prices! By the time we see a date with the accomodation they need at a price within their budget, we are well into September and of course by then the kids are back in school. I admit ...
Posted on 25/6/10Read More...
Princess Does it Again!
If you haven't sailed with Princess, you really should give it a try. This company is amazing -- always the best itineraries and always first with availability for advance bookings. Princess is open for all bookings from now through Spring of 2012. Past passengers can get price discounts, plus combinability with group/block-space rates and benefits, $100 deposit sales (there's one going on right now) and coupon books, onboard booking benefits, free upgrade offers -- you can get it all! Not a past passenger yet? What are you waiting for? Princess has the best past-g...
Posted on 17/6/10Read More...
We Had a Great Tour of the Queen Mary!
Well, it was a self-guided tour, but I have to say that the historical exhibit and engine-workings tour are just terrific. . You never get to see the engine rooms, inner mechanics, or propellors of working cruise ships, so it was quite a treat to be able to see all the amazing "below decks" machinery. The history of her WWII service is especially fascinating. The photographs, memorabilia, and personal testimonies of World War II soldiers are well worth seeing. If you ever are visiting Long Beach, or taking a cruise from there, give yourself s...
Posted on 5/6/10Read More...
