Thanks for all who participated in and attended the Travel Show!
And Karen -- thank you for the delicious refreshments, and Happy Birthday!
We appreciate everyone who stopped by -- it was great to have the opportunity to visit with you, and we look forward to working with you in planning your future travels!
Big topics of the day -- River Cruising, the new Oasis of the Seas, and NCL's "Freestyle Cruising."
Top destinations for 2009 -- Europe, Alaska, and South America.
Top tips from the reps -- there are still great deals and availability for the rest of 2008! Don't give up on this year, there's still time and hurricane season is just about over. Holiday saiings are cheaper than last year. Europe cruising has gone year-round -- you can go off-season and save boatloads of money.
Top specials:
Princess -- reduced deposit for 2009 sailings (book before Oct. 1st), and shipboard coupon book. American Express and Cruise Planners groups -- savings via block-space rates plus extra gifts. Sale on Alaska cruisetours in May.
Holland America -- also has reduced deposit offer and coupon book, and lots of Cruise Planners group pricing.
NCL -- coupon book, extra gift, and sales on select sailings. Upgrade sale through the 28th!
Azamara -- air-inclusive deals.
Royal Caribbean and Celebrity -- last minute sales every Tuesday!
Regent -- early booking rates for 2009 Alaska and Europe.
Unexpected surprises -- last-minute air deals to San Juan, extra competition = lower prices for Mexican Riviera cruises out of Los Angeles, Holland America is going back to Bermuda!