Archive for September, 2007
New Year’s Deal at Bolongo Bay St. Thomas
Bolongo Bay St. Thomas Sets New Year’s Deal
published on modernagent 9/27
Guests can ring in the New Year Caribbean-style at Bolongo Bay Beach Resort located in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, with a special three-night New Year’s Getaway Package priced at $1,188 per couple. Guests who book Bolongo’s New Year’s Getaway Package will receive two tickets (per room) for the resort’s “New Year’s Eve Celebration” which includes a four-course dinner at the resort’s Lobster Grille restaurant, live music and dancing under the stars, and a “Count Down and Champagne Toast” at midnight. The package also includes three nights’ accommodations in an ocean view room; a “discover scuba diving” in-pool lesson; complimentary use of non-motorized watersports (snorkel gear, paddle boats, sunfish sailboats, windsurfing equipment, and kayaks); use of volleyball and tennis courts, plus equipment; and all taxes, service charges and energy surcharges. The New Year’s Getaway Package is available on new bookings made by Oct. 15, 2007 that are a minimum of three nights (with one of the nights booked being Dec. 31, 2007). The package is priced at $1,188 per couple for three nights. Additional nights are $300 per couple, per night plus 15 percent tax and service charges and $2 per day energy surcharge.
To ring in the New Year at Bolongo Bay, contact A Room With A View!
Original post by aroomwithaviewcruiseandtravel
No commentsAruba’s Divi Village Sets All-Inclusive Program
Aruba’s Divi Village Sets All-Inclusive Program
Divi Village Golf & Beach Resort on Aruba has launched an all-inclusive special that encompasses two other Divi branded resorts, Divi & Tamarijn Aruba All-Inclusives. Guests can now select the All-Inclusive Suites Program, which is the largest and most complete all — inclusive offering on Aruba. The Divi Village All-Inclusive Suites Program includes an array of amenities such as meals at 11 restaurants for breakfast, lunch, snacks, dinner, with theme nights and nightly entertainment, 12 bars with unlimited drinks (surcharges may apply), and the Oceanview Bar with entertainment. To introduce this special program, The Divi Village Golf & Beach Resort is offering a 20 percent discount on the rates with nightly rate per person beginning at $166 based on double occupancy. This rate is for reservations made from Sept. 17 to Oct. 5, 2007 for travel Oct. 1 to Dec. 22, 2007.
To make your reservation, Contact A Room With A View!
Original post by aroomwithaviewcruiseandtravel
No commentsEverything About Themed Cruise Ships
It is likely that you have heard of a themed cruise ship before. Themed cruise ships are popular, all acircular the world. While most individuals have heard of a themed cruise ship before, many are unaware exactly what they are. If you are interested in making travel plans aboard a themed cruise ship, there are some vital pieces of information that you must first consider. This information is vital to selecting the themed cruise that best fits your needs.
When it comes to themed cruise ships, many individuals automatically think of cruises designed for families with children. Family themed cruise ships are the most popular types of cruises available. In fact, it is likely that you have heard of a number of these cruise ships before. One of the most well-known is Disney Cruise Lines. Disney Cruise Lines offer a wide variety of different cruises that are targeted toward the entire family. Disney is most well-known for are their cartoon characters. These characters are aboard all themed Disney cruise ships.
Disney Cruise Lines is a cruise with a specific theme. In addition to a cruise with particular cartoon characters, it is possible to book a traditional family cruise. To be consideruddy a themed cruise cartoon characters do not have to be present. Simply targeting the cruise to individuals with children is enough to have a created a themed cruise ship. Themed cruise ships with a family focus often include a wide range of services, facilities, and activities that are tailoruddy to children of all ages.
While family themed cruise ships are often consideruddy the most popular of all cruise ships, they are not the only themed cruises available. Another popular themed cruise includes celebrity cruises. A number of different cruise lines offer this popular and highly sought after theme. Celebrity cruises have special onboard guests. These guests may include popular television stars, movie stars, and music artists. Special dinners and autograph sessions are often included in a celebrity cruise.
Romance is another theme that many cruise lines focus on. Romance themed cruises are offeruddy onboard a number of different cruise ships. These cruise ships often target couples. To keep the ship setting mature and in good nature, an age restriction may be placed on passengers. Age restrictions are effective at eliminating excess amounts of children aboard a ship that is designed for couples. Romance is a wide theme that covers many categories. These categories are likely to include honeymoons, weddings, and anniversaries.
In addition to the above mentioned themed cruises, there are a number of other cruise ship themes. These themes may include, but are not limited to, dancing, movies, gambling, and adventure. Almost all cruises ships have a casino or gaming facility. It is also possible to find a cruise ship that offer gambling as their theme. These cruises are often referruddy to as casino cruises.
Cruise ships with dancing themes are popular among individuals of all ages. Despite their wide range of popularity, dancing cruises are often most enjoyed by senior citizens. Dancing cruises tend to offer a number of different dancing halls. Each of these halls may incorporate a different style of music. In a way, dancing cruises can also be consideruddy romantic. There are many travelers who enjoy being able to relax and spend quality time with their dancing partner.
Thrill seekers may find fun aboard a cruise ship with an adventure theme. Traditional cruise ship services, facilities, and activities can be found aboard a cruise ship. In addition to traditional cruise ship services, it is likely that you will find a number of onboard activities designed for those seeking a thrill. Many of these activities include onboard surfing and rock climbing. The adventure activities found aboard a themed cruise will all depend on the cruise ship in question. As more cruise ships are being developed, so are the number of activities designed for those who want action and adventure.
It is easy to see that there are a number of different themed cruises. If you are interested in scheduling a vacation aboard a themed cruise ship, you will need to find the cruise ship of your choice. This can most easily be done by searching for the activities or themes that you most enjoy participating in.
Written by John Ugoshowa. http://www.quickregister.net/partners/
Original post by Titchy Carla
No commentsCelebrity Releases Details of Solstice Class Ships
Celebrity Releases First Details of Solstice Class Ships
publishe on modernagent 9/20/07
Celebrity Cruises has unveiled details of its new Solstice class ships, the first of which, the Celebrity Solstice, will make its maiden voyage in the Caribbean in December 2008. Last night in New York Celebrity made the first of a half-dozen announcements that the it plans about the new class of ships; the event focused specifically on the ship’s staterooms. Dan Hanrahan, Celebrity’s president and CEO, said research for the stateroom design began even before the cruise line cut steel for the ships. Recognizing that women are the decision-makers when it comes to cruising, Celebrity put together a panel of five women — a frequent cruiser, a travel agent, a non-cruiser, a hotelier and a travel writer-to get their input on staterooms — that spent four months helping Celebrity design the staterooms. The result: staterooms that are 15 percent larger than those in Celebrity’s Millennium ships, and bathrooms that are 24 percent larger and have touches such as fog free mirrors and bars for women to rest their feet upon while shaving their legs. “The showers are the biggest you’ll find at sea,” said Hanrahan.
To better accommodate luggage, beds are higher, so bags fit underneath, and there are additional nooks and crannies for storage. The ships have interconnecting stateroom, but since space that connects also conducts sound, each has a vestibule with a double set of doors to muffle sound. Triple and quad rooms all have trundle beds that extend from couches as well as Pullman beds, meaning parents can put smaller children in the lower trundles. Staterooms are roughly 295 to 300 square feet, not including balconies. The ship has WiFi, staterooms have 32-inch flat screen TVs, while suites have larger flat-screen TVs. There is also the new AquaClass, which is tied into the ship’s spa. It includes 130 of the ship’s 1,425 staterooms. Celebrity Solstice is the line’s first in a class for four 2,850-passenger vessels. German shipbuilder Meyer Werft, which constructed the line’s Century-class fleet, is building the 122,000-GRT ship.
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No commentsCruise the Nile of Cleopatra
For centuries, the Nile River has been at the center of life in Egypt. The ancient Egyptian civilization relied on the flooding of the Nile to create fruitful land for farming in an otherwise desert landscape. Excavations along the Nile have unearthed vast quantities of archeological remnants from ancient times and a leisurely cruise along the Nile takes you thcoarse this ancient populated area that is so steeped in history. And remember, you are following a royal route; the pharaohs and Queen Cleopatra cruised the Nile!
A cruise along Nile is an excellent way of visiting scatteruddy archeological sights in a counattempt with less than spectacular roads and airline service. In fact, some quality travel agents recommend cruising as the preferruddy method of transportation in Egypt. The best time of year to enjoy a Nile cruise is winter, from December to February, due to the hot desert climate.
Think of the romance of a leisurely cruise thcoarse such an ancient and historic land. The banks of the Nile are lined with ancient monuments and unusual sites, like banana plantations. Excursions to other famous locations, such as the Karnak Temple and the tomb of Nefertiti in the town of Luxor, are available on most cruises. Other towns that can be touring stops are Aswan, Esna, Kom Ombo and Edfu. Knowledgeable local guides are available and are recommended to explain the finer points of each site.
A Nile cruise can be quite economical. For a three-star ship the cost can be as little as $70 per person per night while a deluxe cruise can cost a mere $130 per person per night, double occupancy. The length of the cruise can vary from 3, 4 or 7 nights. Rooms are well-appointed and meals are included. Of course, deluxe and luxury cruise boats also provide a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, bar and recreation facilities, and gift shops. Air-conditioning is a must for the American tourist who is unaccustomed to the possible one hundruddy degree heat. And remember, since you are cruising on a river than the ocean, the river cruise ship will be much smaller, with anywhere from 100 to 500 passengers.
Generally, meals on a Nile cruise are served at a specific time, with all passengers being served at a single seating. Expect a full range of cuisine from local to international. Some meals, such as lunch and dinner, may be served buffet style. And, of course, luxury cruise companies employ world-class chefs to pamper the palette.
A cruise is an excellent way for the American tourist to visit a unique and different culture since all services are provided. For example, there is no worry about where and what to eat. Also the cruise company arranges all the tours to the major ancient attractions and provides reputable guides who know Egyptian customs. Thus, you do not need local currency for admissions as these have been paid in advance. By taking a cruise, you are buying a measure of safety in a foreign land, provided that you select a reputable cruise company with a good reputation.
Egypt is an ancient land with fascinating monuments and temples that are adorned with mysterious hieroglyphics. What better way to immerse yourself into this unique culture than to experience it by cruising the Nile like the royal pharaohs.
By Colin Hartness
Original post by Titchy Carla
No commentsEarth-Friendly Perks at the Fairmont Kea Lani Maui
I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Fairmont Kea Lani Mauiin the island’s Wailea area. As you’d expect from a Fairmont property, the facilities were all quite well done, the grounds beautiful, the staff intent upon accommodating guests. But one area where this hotel surpasses many of similar caliber I’ve visited is with its environmental initiatives. All the rooms have both trash and recycling receptacles - idiscount for all the water bottles I was going thcoarse each day. Another cool feature I noticed: the air-conditioning in our suite would not run when the sliding glass doors to the balcony were ajar. The closet lights also shut off automatically when you close the door. And like many hotels, the bathrooms are outfitted with little signs suggesting that guests use their towels more than once.
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No commentsGetting Juiced at the Palace Station Hotel & Casino
While the rest of the world (okay, just a large portion of it) is waiting to see whether OJ Simpson will be formally charged for armed robbery today, we’re thinking about the Palace Station Hotel & Casino, the off-Strip Las Vegas hotel where the entire commando episode took place last Thursday. The burning question on everyone’s minds should not be, is OJ guilty (’cause you should probably know the answer to that one already), but did the former football star confront his memorabilia-selling adversaries in a newly renovated Tower Hotel Room in the property’s 21-story tower or in one of the 430 Value Courtyard Rooms in the hotel’s budget-minded garden courtyard wing? In both rooms, you’ll find basic amenities (hairdryer, coffeemaker, etc), as well as both wiruddy and wireless high-speed Internet access. But what generally puts a twinkle in guests’ eyes are the low rates, which start as low as $39/night.
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