Hope those of you that celebrate had a very Merry Christmas yesterday!! We've been in Arizona spending time in the sun for the holidays... although it is a bit chilly here now... has been in the 40's - 50's. Almost like Seattle except no rain!
We're getting ready for the upcoming new year and looking forward to a great 2010!
Linda and Dorsey are leaving for their Vietnam/Cambodia river cruise on AMA Waterways in about 2 weeks, it's been a long anticipated trip for them and am sure they are going to have a fabulous time! I can't wait for the pictures and stories when they return at the end of January... and I'll be sure to post them for you to see!
We also have our 9th annual Great Girls Getaway coming up in April, a few months away still but know it will be here fast. We'll be cruising up the Pacific Coast from San Diego to Vancouver BC, and stopping in some great places! There is still room onboard the ship if you'd like to join in on the fun! Bring your mom, daughter, sister, friend... whoever! It's 6 days full of laughter and fun!
Enjoy the rest of 2009 and have a very Happy New Years!
Saturday, December 26, 2009
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Azamara Cruises
Azamara Cruises was ranked among the world's top 10 cruises lines in 2009 by Travel and Leisure Magazine and was the Cruise Critic Editors Pick for being Best for Couples in 2009.
Loosely defined, travel means to go from one place to another. But at Azamara Cruises, they believe travel is more than just the voyage. Instead, travel is about taking in all that the world has to offer. It's about discovering that what's new is somehow familiar, thousands of miles from home.
On an Azamara vacation, you won't just sail from one unique destination to the next, but instead develop a new and richer experience of place. From multiple overnight stays in port and exclusive activities in cities large and small, an Azamara vacation offers endless opportunities to not only observe the local fabric of a destination, but also to become part of it, if only for a little while.
And as you discover the world, taste by taste, color by color, city by city, you will also discover a newly enriched sense of self... because at Azamara, travel is not only about where you go, it's also about how you get there. From extraordinary personalized service to an array of healthy-lifestyle options, Azamara puts all of its focus on its guests and your well-being.
Let Azamara redefine travel for you!
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Cruise News!!
Princess Cruise Ship Receives New Name...
Princess Cruises is celebrating the new name of its ship "Ocean Princess" (formerly Tahitian Princess) by extending an open invitation to anyone wishing to become an honorary godparent for the vessel, with the first-ever virtual christening.
In a new twist on the time-honored tradition, the naming ceremony will occur completely online, at www.princess.com/oceanvirtualchristening. Each new godparent will trigger a $1 donation from Princess to the New England Aquarium, a global leader in ocean exploration and marine conservation, up to $25,000.
One of the small ships of Princess, Ocean Princess - fresh out of drydock - departed Singapore December 2nd on the first voyage with her new name. The virtual christening will run through the ship's 16-day Southeast Asia cruise, ending on Dec. 18th.
In addition to virtually christening the ship and becoming an honorary godparent, participants will be able to explore many areas of the ship online!
Following its inaugural Treasures of the Southeast Asia cruise from Singapore to Shanghai, Ocean Princess will offer a season of unique Asia, India and Africa sailings, followed by a summer of European voyages. Princess's small ships offer a classic and intimate cruise experience, and carry around 680 passengers. They travel to more remote destinations around the world!
Princess Cruises is celebrating the new name of its ship "Ocean Princess" (formerly Tahitian Princess) by extending an open invitation to anyone wishing to become an honorary godparent for the vessel, with the first-ever virtual christening.
In a new twist on the time-honored tradition, the naming ceremony will occur completely online, at www.princess.com/oceanvirtualchristening. Each new godparent will trigger a $1 donation from Princess to the New England Aquarium, a global leader in ocean exploration and marine conservation, up to $25,000.
One of the small ships of Princess, Ocean Princess - fresh out of drydock - departed Singapore December 2nd on the first voyage with her new name. The virtual christening will run through the ship's 16-day Southeast Asia cruise, ending on Dec. 18th.
In addition to virtually christening the ship and becoming an honorary godparent, participants will be able to explore many areas of the ship online!
Following its inaugural Treasures of the Southeast Asia cruise from Singapore to Shanghai, Ocean Princess will offer a season of unique Asia, India and Africa sailings, followed by a summer of European voyages. Princess's small ships offer a classic and intimate cruise experience, and carry around 680 passengers. They travel to more remote destinations around the world!
Friday, December 4, 2009
Celebrity Solstice Special Rates
Celebrity "Solstice", departing 9/12/10
As you stroll among the expansive decks, you'll experience the rich color palettes illuminated by beautiful natural light, and revel in the extensive amenities - all delivered with the attentive service for which Celebrity Cruises in renowned. Celebrity Solstice is built around you and the way you long to travel. Voyage with Celebrity, on the newest of their Solstice-Class of ships, and discover a refined level of elegance - an unrivaled experience making a distinctive statement of style and design!
Experience the Solstice in a balcony stateroom for the same rate as an interior and ocean view while availability lasts!! Interior, Ocean View AND Balcony staterooms for $956.00 per person. OR try the Aqua Class for $1305.00 per person.
For those who have entered a spa and never wanted to leave, the Solstice offers the new Aqua Class stateroom. Sharing a deck with the AquaSpa relaxation room, it incorporates select spa elements into the staterooms, allows for specialized access to spa amenities, and features assigned seating at the healthfully delicious Blu restaurant.
And don't forget to visit the Lawn Club onboard! There's absolutely nothing like it! A freshly manicured lawn on the highest deck of the ship. Enjoy casual outdoor activities in a decidedly Country Club atmosphere, and let the grass between your toes take you places no cruise has gone before.
This is truly a unique experience and one you don't want to miss out on, especially for such a good deal! Contact us to put your name on a door!
As you stroll among the expansive decks, you'll experience the rich color palettes illuminated by beautiful natural light, and revel in the extensive amenities - all delivered with the attentive service for which Celebrity Cruises in renowned. Celebrity Solstice is built around you and the way you long to travel. Voyage with Celebrity, on the newest of their Solstice-Class of ships, and discover a refined level of elegance - an unrivaled experience making a distinctive statement of style and design!
Experience the Solstice in a balcony stateroom for the same rate as an interior and ocean view while availability lasts!! Interior, Ocean View AND Balcony staterooms for $956.00 per person. OR try the Aqua Class for $1305.00 per person.
For those who have entered a spa and never wanted to leave, the Solstice offers the new Aqua Class stateroom. Sharing a deck with the AquaSpa relaxation room, it incorporates select spa elements into the staterooms, allows for specialized access to spa amenities, and features assigned seating at the healthfully delicious Blu restaurant.
And don't forget to visit the Lawn Club onboard! There's absolutely nothing like it! A freshly manicured lawn on the highest deck of the ship. Enjoy casual outdoor activities in a decidedly Country Club atmosphere, and let the grass between your toes take you places no cruise has gone before.
This is truly a unique experience and one you don't want to miss out on, especially for such a good deal! Contact us to put your name on a door!
New "Fun Ship" Just Announced
It was just officially announced that Carnival will be adding a third Dream class "Fun Ship" to the fleet in the spring of 2012!!
This new 3690-passenger vessel will offer many of the same innovations featured on the recently launched Carnival Dream, as well as some exciting new elements to be announced at a later date.
Like Carnival Dream, which has earned accolades for its creative design and onboard amenities, the new 130,000-ton ship will include a WaterWorks aqua park with a 300-foot-long corkscrew water slide, a stunning indoor/outdoor cafe and live entertainment venue called Ocean Plaza, and a wide range of staterooms including deluxe ocean views with two-bathrooms, some of which feature five beds... a great option for families!
Expansive modern facilities for children and teens, a 23, 750-square-foot Cloud 9 Spa, and The Lanai, an outdoor promenade featuring cantilevered whirlpools that extend over the ship's sides, will be included as well.
Already under construction is the second sister ship to the Carnival Dream, the Carnival Magic, which is scheduled to enter service in May 2011.
The Dream class of ships embodies the evolution of Carnival's brand by providing the type of fun and affordable cruise vacations that we are all seeking today!
P.S. Stay tuned for more news on her name, itinerary and unique features!!
This new 3690-passenger vessel will offer many of the same innovations featured on the recently launched Carnival Dream, as well as some exciting new elements to be announced at a later date.
Like Carnival Dream, which has earned accolades for its creative design and onboard amenities, the new 130,000-ton ship will include a WaterWorks aqua park with a 300-foot-long corkscrew water slide, a stunning indoor/outdoor cafe and live entertainment venue called Ocean Plaza, and a wide range of staterooms including deluxe ocean views with two-bathrooms, some of which feature five beds... a great option for families!
Expansive modern facilities for children and teens, a 23, 750-square-foot Cloud 9 Spa, and The Lanai, an outdoor promenade featuring cantilevered whirlpools that extend over the ship's sides, will be included as well.
Already under construction is the second sister ship to the Carnival Dream, the Carnival Magic, which is scheduled to enter service in May 2011.
The Dream class of ships embodies the evolution of Carnival's brand by providing the type of fun and affordable cruise vacations that we are all seeking today!
P.S. Stay tuned for more news on her name, itinerary and unique features!!
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