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Royal Caribbean Cruises

November 30, 2011 By Jack 2 Comments

With more than 170 cruise destinations for family holidays and getaways expect an amazing array of exciting shore excursions and cruise tour options.

Contact a Cruise Expert call 770 261-8605 or 800 541-9075

Royal Caribbean reaches out to vacationers eager to try something new - whether it's glacier-trekking in Alaska, cave-tubing in Belize, biking through the vineyards of Dubrovnik, Croatia or experiencing the wonders of China.

Ship	Nights	Intinerary	Departure	Dates	Prices starting from
Holiday Cruises
Explorer of the Seas	7	Holiday Bahamas	Cape Liberty, Bayonne, New Jersey	12/23/2011	$1299
Jewel of the Seas	5	Western Caribbean	Tampa, Florida	12/24/2011	$709
Voyager of the Seas	7	Western Caribbean	New Orleans, Louisiana	12/24/2011	$799
Enchantment of the Seas	7	Bahamas Holiday	Baltimore, Maryland	12/31/2011	$649
Explorer of the Seas	7	Holiday Bahamas	Cape Liberty, Bayonne, New Jersey	12/30/2011	$719
Jewel of the Seas	4	Western Caribbean	Tampa, Florida	12/29/2011	$659
Voyager of the Seas	7	Western Caribbean Holiday	New Orleans, Louisiana	12/31/2011	$599
Serenade of the Seas	7	Southern Caribbean	San Juan, Puerto Rico	12/31/2011	$459
Adventure of the Seas	7	Southern Caribbean Holiday	San Juan, Puerto Rico	12/26/2011	$1049
From Puerto Rico: Mariner of the Seas	7	Western Caribbean Holiday	Galveston, Texas	12/26/2011	$1149

Prices can change without notice and may not include extra charges.

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Filed Under: Cruises Tagged With: Alaska, Bahamas, Caribbean, Europe, family, Holy Land, Mediterranean, Royal Caribbean Cruises, Russia

Princess Cruise Lines Specials

October 20, 2011 By Jack 2 Comments

Princess has distinguished itself by sailing to more worldwide cruise destinations than any other major line. Offering more than 150 itineraries for family cruises or romantic getaways ranging from 7 to 72 days.

Princess sails to six continents and calls at nearly 260 ports around the world including the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Europe, Mexican Riviera, South America, South Pacific, Hawaii/Tahiti, Asia, Canada New England, Bermuda and world voyages.

From the minute you step on-board, you know this is the way to discover the world. It's all here for you: delicious gourmet meals, fun entertainment, and always, incredible pampering.

Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Southeast Asia & China
16 DAYS DIAMOND PRINCESS - Sail between Beijing and Singapore
Oct 26, 2011	$899	--	$1699	--
Nov 11, 2011	$1499	--	$1899	$2399
Eastern Caribbean Voyager
10 DAYS EMERALD PRINCESS - Sail roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Nov 18, 2011	$599	$749	$1299	--
Western Europe Passage
15 DAYS GRAND PRINCESS - Sail from London to Ft. Lauderdale
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Nov 4, 2011	$1299	--	$1899	--
Southern Caribbean
7 DAYS CROWN PRINCESS - Sail roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Nov 5, 2011	$549	--	$899	--
Nov 26, 2011	$479	$529	$649	$849
Dec 17, 2011	--	$699	$799	--
7 DAYS GRAND PRINCESS - Sail roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Dec 10, 2011	--	--	--	$899
Dec 17, 2011	--	--	$749	$899
New Zealand
13 DAYS SEA PRINCESS - Sail roundtrip from Sydney
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Nov 12, 25, 2011	$899	$1299	--	--
Dec 16, 2011	$1299	$1599	--	--
13 DAYS DAWN PRINCESS - Sail roundtrip from Melbourne
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Dec 14, 2011	$1199	$1499	$1899	--
(Onboard currency in Australian Dollars)
New Zealand
13 DAYS DAWN PRINCESS - Sail roundtrip from Sydney
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Nov 15, 2011	$899	$1299	--	--
(Onboard currency in Australian Dollars)
Western Caribbean
7 DAYS CROWN PRINCESS - Sail roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Nov 19, 2011	$449	$529	--	--
Dec 10, 2011	$479	$549	$699	--
Eastern Caribbean
7 DAYS GRAND PRINCESS - Sail roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Nov 19, 2011	$479	$499	$699	$849
Nov 26, 2011	--	$549	$699	$849
Dec 3, 2011	--	--	--	$899
7 DAYS RUBY PRINCESS - Sail roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Nov 20, 2011	$499	--	$699	--
Nov 27, 2011	$449	$499	--	--
Mexican Riviera
7 DAYS SAPPHIRE PRINCESS - Sail roundtrip from Los Angeles
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Nov 19, 2011	$499	$549	$699	--
Dec 10, 2011	$479	$529	--	--
Dec 31, 2011	$549	$599	$799	$999
Southern Caribbean Explorer
7 DAYS CARIBBEAN PRINCESS - Sail roundtrip from San Juan
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Nov 20, 2011	--	--	$649	$849
Hawaiian Islands
14 DAYS SAPPHIRE PRINCESS - Sail roundtrip from Los Angeles
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Nov 26, 2011	--	--	$1699	--
Classic Southern Caribbean
7 DAYS CARIBBEAN PRINCESS - Sail roundtrip from San Juan
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Nov 27; Dec 11, 2011	$449	$479	$629	--
Renaissance Passage
19 DAYS PACIFIC PRINCESS - Sail from Rome to Ft. Lauderdale
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Nov 27, 2011	$1399	$1699	$1999	--
Southern Caribbean Medley
10 DAYS EMERALD PRINCESS - Sail roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Nov 28, 2011	$599	--	--	--
Dec 18, 2011	$899	$1099	$1499	--
Panama Canal
10 DAYS ISLAND PRINCESS - Sail roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Nov 29, 2011	--	--	$1299	$1599
South Pacific & New Zealand
16 DAYS OCEAN PRINCESS - Sail from Sydney to Papeete
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Dec 2, 2011	$1199	$1399	$1999	--
Panama Canal with 2-Day Canal Experience
14 DAYS CORAL PRINCESS - Sail from Ft. Lauderdale to Los Angeles
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Dec 6, 2011	$699	$899	$1499	--
Passage to Rio
16 DAYS STAR PRINCESS - Sail from Venice to Rio de Janeiro
Dates	Interior	Ocean View	Balcony	Mini Suite
Dec 8, 2011	$699	$799	$1299	$1599

Prices are based on availability and can change without notice. Ask about extra fees and taxes. Join our Cruise and Vacation Travel Club to stay up to date with the latest cruise deals and contact a travel agent to customize and book your next cruise vacation.

Filed Under: Cruises Tagged With: Canada, Caribbean, family, New England, Princess Cruise Lines, romantic, transatlantic

Oasis of the Seas cruise ship

July 21, 2011 By Jack 3 Comments

Oasis of the Seas is one of Royal Caribbean's largest ships, geared for an active family vacation holidays with kids and teens. You'll find kids clubs for all ages with plenty of family cruise activities.

The Oasis exemplifies how Royal Caribbean continues to break the mold again and again, the impossible becomes possible and the unimaginable becomes real; entertainment areas become neighborhoods and suites become lofts.

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Itinerary	Dates	Ports of Call
Oasis Of The Seas 2012 Itinerary
7 Day Cruise Alternating Eastern and Western Caribbean Itineraries
Western Caribbean	Alternating weeks in 2012	Ft Lauderdale, FloridaLabadee Haiti, Falmouth Jamaica, Cozumel Mexico, Ft Lauderdale, Florida
Eastern Caribbean	Alternating weeks in 2012	Fort Lauderdale Florida, Nassau Bahamas, Charlotte Amalie St. Thomas, Philipsburg St. Maarten, Fort Lauderdale Florida

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Cental Park
Royal Caribbean introducing the first neighborhood concept.

Central Park is a revolutionary public space combining nature with nautical. Elegant and lively, Central Park&cute;s piazza is the shipâ€™s town square, which evolves from a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere during the day to a gathering space for dining, entertainment, and street performances in the evening.

Central Park features several alfresco dining options and more than 300 staterooms on six decks that overlook the Park. Quiet reading corners, specimen gardens, and other hidden surprises await guests among the winding paths.

Central Park brings the outdoors in, offering guests a tranquil outdoor space, open to the sky, like its never been seen before.

At the center of the ship, the innovative design of Central Park opens to the sky and features lush tropical grounds spanning more than the length of a football field.

Central Park features:

Three themed garden spaces offering a wide variety of tropical foliage.
Dining / Entertainment Venues:
- Chops Grille - our signature steak house
- 150 Central Park - exclusive dining
- Antonio&cute;s Table - Italian trattoria
- Central Park Cafe - indoor/outdoor gourmet market
- Vintages - our ever popular wine bar
- Canopy Bar - featuring the Crystal Canopy
- Rising Tide bar - the first levitating bar at sea
Boutique Shopping:
- Upscale specialty gift store
- The Parkside Gallery - showcasing original artwork
- Picture This - a unique portrait studio
New Accommodations:
- 254 Central Park View balcony staterooms
- 70 Central Park View staterooms

Boardwalk
Dedicated to family fun and nostalgia,

The new groundbreaking Boardwalk neighborhood is a slice of old-world charm with a modern twist. Introducing the one-of-a-kind AquaTheater and the first ever Carousel at sea.

The Boardwalk offers enough games, amusement and attractions to keep everyone entertained. Surrounded by casual dining restaurants, including Johnny Rockets&cute; and the Seafood Shack, a coffee and donut shop, bars, candy shop and more, Boardwalk is the place to be for the entire family.

Kids and teens can shop for the latest trends while everyone enjoys a spin on the Carousel. Boardwalk is the place for kids and kids at heart.

Bringing the best of seaside entertainment onboard, the Boardwalk provides an interactive experience for the entire family, offering fun food and engaging entertainment.

Boardwalk Features:

AquaTheater
Carousel
Two Rock-ClimbingWalls
Dining
- Johnny Rockets - diner
- Seafood Shack - casual seafood restaurant
- Boardwalk Donut Shop
- Ice Cream Parlor
- Boardwalk Bar
Shopping:
- Candy Beach
- Kids and Teen Retail
- Smile - novelty photos
- Madame Zamara&cute;s - psychic and tattoo parlor
New Accommodations:
- 6 AquaTheater View suites
- 221 Boardwalk View balcony staterooms
- 8 Boardwalk View staterooms

Royal Promenade

The Royal Promenade neighborhood - the most expansive promenade at sea - continues to be the heart of the ship.

The Royal Promenade will have a mezzanine level that overlooks the space below and adds to the excitement.

It features Rising Tide; a levitating bar that ascends and descends over three decks, and enough shops and restaurants to entertain even the most traveled of travelers. By morning, enjoy a relaxed atmosphere over coffee, and people watch. The ambiance becomes more energetic and vibrant in the afternoon with shopping, lunch, or drinks in the pub. In the evening, the energy rises with parades, nightlife, and entertainment for everyone. It&cute;s a destination unto itself.

The Royal Promenade continues to be the heart of the ship, with one exciting central area for guests to gather, dine, shop and be entertained.

Royal Promenade Features:

Mezzanine level
Promenade Bridge
Dining / Entertainment Venues:
- Sorrento&cute;s Pizzeria
- Mondo Coffee Bar
- Cafe Promenade - signature cafe
- Rising Tide bar - the first levitating bar at sea
- Globe and Atlas Pub
- Schooner Bar
- Boleros - Latin bar
- Champagne Bar
Shopping/Services:
- Fine jewelry, cosmetics, gifts, souvenirs and more
- Guest Services and Explorations!
- A Close Shave - men&cute;s salon
- Focus - photo gallery
Accommodations:
- 18 Promenade View staterooms

Staterooms
We have reinvented the definition of cruise ship accommodations. Beyond traditional staterooms, some offering great ocean views, guests now have an unprecedented selection of accommodations to choose from:

Loft
- Royal Loft Suite
- Sky Loft Suites
- Crown Loft Suites
Suites
- AquaTheater Suites
- Royal Suite
- Presidential Suite
- Owner's Suites
- Family Suites
- Grand Suites
- Junior Suites
Family
- Family Suites
- Family Balcony Oceanviews
- Family Oceanviews
- Family Inside Staterooms
Central Park
- Central Park Balcony
- Central Park View Staterooms
Boardwalk
- Boardwalk Balcony
- Boardwalk View Staterooms
- Royal Promenade Promenade View Staterooms
Staterooms
- Standard Balcony
- Oceanview
- Inside Staterooms

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Filed Under: Cruises Tagged With: Caribbean, family, large ships, Royal Caribbean Cruises

Cayman Islands Preferred Hotels & Resorts

May 4, 2011 By Jack Leave a Comment

There´s so much to do for kids on family vacations in the Cayman Islands: World class scuba diving, snorkeling, sailing are just the beginning.

Tee off on the lush fairways, and visit bird sanctuaries, wetland reserves, and nature trails.

Some of Our Preferred Resorts

Wyndham Sunshine Suites

Located in the heart of the Seven Mile Beach on The Grand Cayman Island and adjacent to The Links at Safehaven golf course, all suite resort features fully equipped kitchens and continental breakfast daily.

Unwind at the new Sunshine Grill and experience the exceptional service and comfort that makes Wyndham Sunshine Suites the best lodging value in Grand Cayman.

Hyatt Regency Grand Cayman Resort

The Cayman island's only complete resort located on famous Seven Mile Beach, offers 236 guestrooms including 53 beach front suites, lush tropical gardens, 6 swimming pools, spa, championship golf, tennis, 5 restaurants, 5 lounges, Red Sail Watersports, Rum Point Ferry and Camp Hyatt for kids ages 3-12.

Contact one of of our experienced specialist and find the right Cayman Islands vacation package for you.

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Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Caribbean, Cayman Islands, Delta Vacations, family

All Inclusive Family Vacation Packages

January 17, 2011 By Jack 13 Comments

The Caribbean is for all the young at heart, but for family and kids it's something special.

The colors and real life excitement of the islands can't be experienced on TV. Where else can you build your own sand castle, swim in water parks where schools of fish swim so close you will reach out to touch them.

The Caribbean is full of great kids and family fun!

Cruises give a family the ability to see lots of destinations without all the packing and unpacking. Many of the family cruises are loaded with day long activities for kids ( Kids clubs ) as well as time for parents and you will have plenty of family time together. The ports provide historic site seeing, beaches, snorkeling and time for shopping. There are lots of cruises to choose from, and we can find the right ship for your family fun.

Some great Florida resorts (and some in Orlando, Disney World) are set up for families vacations where children can stay free with parents all year around. These resorts have programs, kids clubs and amenities for kids of all ages; snorkeling, diving, story telling, and glass bottom boats, that will provide many healthy memorable experiences. Some resorts will also include a nanny.

family vacations

Contact one of of our experienced specialist to help you choose from the many family vacation packages available through American Express. Be sure to ask about American Express Rewards and Cardmember Travel Benefits.

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Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Caribbean, Disney, family, Orlando

Carnival 2011 Itineraries

August 23, 2010 By Jack Leave a Comment

Carnival Dream from Port Canaveral (Orlando), FL
Western Caribbean from Port Canaveral (Orlando), FL	December 2011, May June July 2012	7	Cozumel, Mexico Belize Mahogany Bay, Isla Roatan Costa Maya, Mexico

Days	Dates	Ports of Call
Bahamas from Jacksonville, FL
5	rest of 2011, January March 2012	Freeport, the BahamasNassau, the Bahamas
4	March April May September 2012	Nassau, the BahamasFreeport, the Bahamas

Prices are based on availability and can change without notice. Please ask about fuel charges, extra fees and taxes that maybe not be included. Contact one of our cruise specialist and find the right Carnival Cruise package for you.

Filed Under: Cruises Tagged With: Bahamas, Caribbean, Carnival, family

Spring Time Vacation Specials

March 1, 2010 By Jack Leave a Comment

Spring is almost here and vacation time is in the air!

We have 3 great vacation getaway specials that are close to home: The Bahamas resort promotion and 2 cruise itineraries; one luxury cruise and one for the Oasis of the Seas, one of Royal Caribbean's new ships.

Bahamas Resort - Air Promotion

Atlantis Paradise Island (Beach, Coral and Royal Towers)

Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort

British Colonial Hilton Nassau

Sandals Emerald Bay

Ask about other resorts

See More Bahamas Resorts

Regent Seven Seas

This April 14th, enjoy 2-for-1 fares plus additional bonus savings of $1000 free Roundtrip Air and free Unlimited shore excursions.

See This Luxury Cruise Itinerary

Oasis of the Seas pool Oasis of the Sea March & April Specials

Oasis of the Seas is designed around 7 neighborhood concepts, each with a distinct personality and range of sights and activities.

From the awe-inspiring ocean-side seating of the AquaTheater to the lush green landscape of Central Park, there's something for everyone to discover on this great ship.

Oasis Specials
for Ga. Residents and Seniors

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May email Italy Tour package and Cruises

May 14, 2009 By Jack Leave a Comment

It looks like a great summer for finding vacation values that we have not seen in many years. We have great prices on Alaska Cruises, new customized packages to Italy, and new Georgia Resident Prices from Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines.

The Jewels Of Italy Tour Package
Explore Italy in all of its tastes, colors, sites and sounds on this Italy Revealed banner tour! This unique country is a beautiful and complex land that has more than 2,800 years of civilization to discover.

On Seabourn
Come and join Terry Brennan, President of Williamsburg-American Express, on a special sailing on the all suite Seabourn Spirit, sailing round trip from St Thomas December 2 – 9, 2009.

In addition to an American Express Cocktail Reception, there will also be an Intimate Shoreside Experience, only for this group!

Cruise the beautiful waters of the Caribbean, visiting Deshaies, Antigua, St. Barts, St. Martin and Prickly Pear Island. Live your dream on board ship as your every whim is indulged by the staff, nearly one staff member per guest.

Enjoy the open bar, the in-suite bar and refrigerator stocked with your preferred beverages, and the numerous dining options, all included in your cruise price, with no tipping required or expected. It is luxury at its finest!

The Seabourn Suite, Category A, your wonderful accommodations, is priced at the remarkably low rate of $1951.45 per person!

Don’t Delay! Call and reserve your Suite today!

From Royal Caribbean
Just wanted to be sure you all know about our amazing new Ga Resident Summer Pricing on the fabulous Freedom of the Seas, now sailing from Port Canaveral. This is the best family vacation every so check it out. Shop online at Royal Caribbean.