GOGO Worldwide Vacations is offering up to 45 percent discounts on the all-inclusive Oasis Hotels & Resorts in Cancun, Mexico.
All four resorts are open after over $90 million dollars was invested in enhancements, including redesigned guest rooms, the addition of more bars and restaurants and new pools and beach preservation.
Book one of GOGO Worldwide Vacation's reduced six-day/five-night all-inclusive vacations for travel Sept. 1-Dec. 20 and save up to 45 percent.
Five night all-inclusive vacations start at $565 per person, including air from Miami, based on double occupancy accommodations. Sample prices include Oasis Cancun: $565 per person from Miami; $699 per person from Chicago; $729 per person from New York. Grand Oasis Playa (adults only): $615 per person from Miami; $745 per person from Chicago; $775 per person from New York. Grand Oasis Riviera Maya: $639 per person from Miami; $775 per person from Chicago; $799 per person from New York. Grand Oasis Cancun: $655 per person from Miami; $789 per person from Chicago; $819 per person from New York.
Prices are per person double occupancy accommodations and round-trip midweek air, valid for travel from Sept. 1/07-Dec. 20. Packages must be booked by Dec. 14. All-inclusive packages include all meals, beverages, snacks, gratuities and more. Additional gateways and longer/shorter stays are available. For more information, call 800-229-4999 or visit http://www.gogowwv.com/.
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Thursday
SideStep Launches New FareTracker
SideStep.com has launched a new tool called FareTracker, which allows home based travel agents to track one or more flight routes over time and monitoring price changes as they occur.
FareTracker leverages the millions of searches that are happening on SideStep to find the lowest fares for any combination of flight plans with the greatest degree of date flexibility in the market today: plus or minus seven days from a specified date.
FareTracker allows users to strategically buy airfares at the most optimal price. For more information, visit http://www.sidestep.com/.
FareTracker leverages the millions of searches that are happening on SideStep to find the lowest fares for any combination of flight plans with the greatest degree of date flexibility in the market today: plus or minus seven days from a specified date.
FareTracker allows users to strategically buy airfares at the most optimal price. For more information, visit http://www.sidestep.com/.
Certified Vacations Increases Commission to 15%
In April 2007, Certified enhanced our commission program for Agentnet.com, which provides our highest level of commission (up to 15%) for all of our three brands, Delta Vacations, Continental Airlines Vacations and Future Vacations from your first booking. We continue to offer home based travel agents exclusive deals and booking bonuses.
We are expanding our product line adding hotels and destinations. We have already added Loreto, Dubai, South Africa and escorted tours and city stays in Israel, with more to come including a luxury collection that is surpassed by none.
We are expanding our product line adding hotels and destinations. We have already added Loreto, Dubai, South Africa and escorted tours and city stays in Israel, with more to come including a luxury collection that is surpassed by none.
Wednesday
Sandals Lowers Honeymoon Test Drive Vacation Price
Sandals Resorts' "Test Drive Your Honeymoon" program allows couples sample their honeymoon on a one-day getaway for $99 per person, including airfare on Air Jamaica.
The program was previously priced at $179. Before they marry, guests can fly to Sandals Royal Caribbean Resort & Private Island in Montego Bay, Jamaica, for a one-day getaway featuring roundtrip champagne flights on Air Jamaica, a preview of all the luxurious amenities offered as part of a Sandals Resorts honeymoon.
The day-long adventure also allows couples to consult with Sandals Resorts' partners and wedding experts, including jewelry connoisseurs from Colombian Emeralds International, resort wedding consultants, a bridal expert from Bride's and Modern Bride magazines and more.
Couples considering a destination wedding also will have the chance to learn more about Sandals Resorts' exclusive Preston Bailey Signature WeddingMoons collections and can receive additional information about getting married at any of the 12 Sandals Resorts in the Caribbean.
"The ‘Test Drive Your Honeymoon' program is an opportunity for an immediate business return for home based travel agents," said Mike Norton, vice president of sales for Sandals Resorts. "Once clients jet down for the day and discover all of the luxurious amenities of a Sandals honeymoon, they are all the more likely to return to the agent within two weeks to book their stay.
" The "Test Drive" offer is available from New York (JFK), Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago or Philadelphia for nine select dates beginning this fall. Flights depart in the morning and return the same evening on Oct. 3, 10, 17 and 31, Nov. 14 and 28 and Jan. 16, 23 and 30.
Additional highlights of the day include a champagne beach barbeque, live music and entertainment, snorkeling and a variety of water sports, as well as time to relax on the beach. Plus, there is the chance to experience Sandals Resorts' exclusive Red Lane Spa and signature swim-up pool bar. Whether couples choose swimming, sunning, sailing or simply walking on the sand, it's all included for the day.
Sandals' "Test Drive Your Honeymoon" program also includes prize giveaways throughout the day, representing more than $5,000 in gifts. Couples will be vying for matching Satin Finish engraved wedding bands from Colombian Emeralds International, a wedding gown courtesy of Destinations by Mon Cherie, a $250 gift certificate from 800-FLOWERS.com, a $100 Visa gift card from Bank of America, and, to top it off, a Sandals Resorts Luxury Included Honeymoon, with roundtrip airfare on Air Jamaica. Additional prizes include items from the Beverly Clark Collection, Destination Romance by Dawn, and a basket filled with Johnson's Softlotion and Softwash products. Plus, each couple will receive a VIP beach bag filled with free goodies.
Couples who book a minimum six-night stay at any of the 12 Sandals Resorts within two weeks of their "Test Drive" visit, will have the cost of the day trip credited to their honeymoon reservation. Call 800-SANDALS (800-726-3257) or visit www.sandals.com/testdrive.
The program was previously priced at $179. Before they marry, guests can fly to Sandals Royal Caribbean Resort & Private Island in Montego Bay, Jamaica, for a one-day getaway featuring roundtrip champagne flights on Air Jamaica, a preview of all the luxurious amenities offered as part of a Sandals Resorts honeymoon.
The day-long adventure also allows couples to consult with Sandals Resorts' partners and wedding experts, including jewelry connoisseurs from Colombian Emeralds International, resort wedding consultants, a bridal expert from Bride's and Modern Bride magazines and more.
Couples considering a destination wedding also will have the chance to learn more about Sandals Resorts' exclusive Preston Bailey Signature WeddingMoons collections and can receive additional information about getting married at any of the 12 Sandals Resorts in the Caribbean.
"The ‘Test Drive Your Honeymoon' program is an opportunity for an immediate business return for home based travel agents," said Mike Norton, vice president of sales for Sandals Resorts. "Once clients jet down for the day and discover all of the luxurious amenities of a Sandals honeymoon, they are all the more likely to return to the agent within two weeks to book their stay.
" The "Test Drive" offer is available from New York (JFK), Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago or Philadelphia for nine select dates beginning this fall. Flights depart in the morning and return the same evening on Oct. 3, 10, 17 and 31, Nov. 14 and 28 and Jan. 16, 23 and 30.
Additional highlights of the day include a champagne beach barbeque, live music and entertainment, snorkeling and a variety of water sports, as well as time to relax on the beach. Plus, there is the chance to experience Sandals Resorts' exclusive Red Lane Spa and signature swim-up pool bar. Whether couples choose swimming, sunning, sailing or simply walking on the sand, it's all included for the day.
Sandals' "Test Drive Your Honeymoon" program also includes prize giveaways throughout the day, representing more than $5,000 in gifts. Couples will be vying for matching Satin Finish engraved wedding bands from Colombian Emeralds International, a wedding gown courtesy of Destinations by Mon Cherie, a $250 gift certificate from 800-FLOWERS.com, a $100 Visa gift card from Bank of America, and, to top it off, a Sandals Resorts Luxury Included Honeymoon, with roundtrip airfare on Air Jamaica. Additional prizes include items from the Beverly Clark Collection, Destination Romance by Dawn, and a basket filled with Johnson's Softlotion and Softwash products. Plus, each couple will receive a VIP beach bag filled with free goodies.
Couples who book a minimum six-night stay at any of the 12 Sandals Resorts within two weeks of their "Test Drive" visit, will have the cost of the day trip credited to their honeymoon reservation. Call 800-SANDALS (800-726-3257) or visit www.sandals.com/testdrive.
Tuesday
Wealthy Parents Spend 2 times More on Vacation with Kids
Affluent parents share a passion for travel and are passing it along to their children at an earlier age than ever before, according to the Third Annual American Express Platinum Luxury Survey. More than two thirds of affluent parents (68 percent) say they planned three vacations with their children in 2006 with a total expenditure of $10,067 more than double the average annual expenditure by affluent parents for vacations taken without children ($4,524).
The survey, which included 1,170 respondents with an average of two children and an average household income of $472,000, also revealed that children are being given a view of the world at an earlier age than their parents. According to respondents, 68 percent of children age 17 or under have traveled internationally, compared with parents, who, on average, said they made their first international trip at age 19. Thirty two percent (32 percent) of parents also report their children have traveled in first or business class.
Travel is a top passion among affluent parents and they want to share their passions with their children to ensure they are culturally aware and well rounded, said Simon Kahn, vice president of American Express Platinum and Centurion Product Management, American Express. For example, we are hearing increased interest [in] vacations that are focused on gaining knowledge, perspective and cultural exposure.
In fact, travel trailed only physical fitness as a top hobby or interest about which affluent parents were most passionate. When looking at spending patterns among all top passions cited by respondents, travel actually topped the list at an average of $13,304 per year.
The survey, which included 1,170 respondents with an average of two children and an average household income of $472,000, also revealed that children are being given a view of the world at an earlier age than their parents. According to respondents, 68 percent of children age 17 or under have traveled internationally, compared with parents, who, on average, said they made their first international trip at age 19. Thirty two percent (32 percent) of parents also report their children have traveled in first or business class.
Travel is a top passion among affluent parents and they want to share their passions with their children to ensure they are culturally aware and well rounded, said Simon Kahn, vice president of American Express Platinum and Centurion Product Management, American Express. For example, we are hearing increased interest [in] vacations that are focused on gaining knowledge, perspective and cultural exposure.
In fact, travel trailed only physical fitness as a top hobby or interest about which affluent parents were most passionate. When looking at spending patterns among all top passions cited by respondents, travel actually topped the list at an average of $13,304 per year.
Wednesday
Central Holidays' Enchanting River Cruises Debuts Website
Enchanting River Cruises (ERC), operated by Central Holidays, launched a new website, dedicated solely to river cruising. Enchanting River Cruises offers river and canal cruises throughout Europe, Egypt and Russia.
Home Based Travel Agents who register on the site will receive a $25 Enchanting River Cruises Travel Voucher good for any itinerary booked by Oct. 31. Agents' commissions start at 15 percent and go up to 18 percent with the second reservation on any of the Central Holiday-owned vessels, including the MV Amadagio, Amalegro, Amacelo and Amadante.
The website incorporates a suite of tools and resources to assist agents in offering river cruises to their clients -- from booking online, to posting payments and printing invoices. The website provides ways to communicate with clients about what they are receiving with the company's tours or cruises.
Those who book a 2008 river cruise vacation by Sept. 30 will receive a 5 percent early booking discount. Some time-sensitive offers are also available online, including free air on selected cruise departures. For more information on Enchanting River Cruises by Central Holidays, call 800-539-4660 or visit www.enchantingrivercruises.com. For more information on Central Holidays, call 800-935-5000 or visit www.centralholidays.com.
Home Based Travel Agents who register on the site will receive a $25 Enchanting River Cruises Travel Voucher good for any itinerary booked by Oct. 31. Agents' commissions start at 15 percent and go up to 18 percent with the second reservation on any of the Central Holiday-owned vessels, including the MV Amadagio, Amalegro, Amacelo and Amadante.
The website incorporates a suite of tools and resources to assist agents in offering river cruises to their clients -- from booking online, to posting payments and printing invoices. The website provides ways to communicate with clients about what they are receiving with the company's tours or cruises.
Those who book a 2008 river cruise vacation by Sept. 30 will receive a 5 percent early booking discount. Some time-sensitive offers are also available online, including free air on selected cruise departures. For more information on Enchanting River Cruises by Central Holidays, call 800-539-4660 or visit www.enchantingrivercruises.com. For more information on Central Holidays, call 800-935-5000 or visit www.centralholidays.com.
Friday
FREE Training Webinars for Home Based Travel Agents
HomeBased-TravelAgent.com is bringing its educational and training sessions to Home Based Travel Agents desktops this fall with FREE webinars through the Agent Advancement Center (AAC) at www.agentnet.com
Home based travel Agents will be able to participate in training events remotely with the use of their computer and telephone to listen, view and discuss topics in a real-time environment.
Courses will include: Engagement 101-Getting Started (Sept. 4), a one-hour session for members who are not enrolled in the Engagement marketing program, which will focus on the benefits of Engagement, how it works, and how to register;
Introduction to AgentNet (Sept. 5 and 19), a one-hour session that will provide a basic overview and navigation through AgentNet, targeted toward new Vacation.com members, as well as those looking to refresh their knowledge;
Engagement 201-Selecting Promotions and List Management (Sept. 6), a step-by-step session designed for agents who are enrolled in Engagement and want to learn how to utilize all of its components, including the ordering process, managing client lists and sharing marketing tips.
Other sessions focus on Amadeus Cruise (Sept. 12 and 26), which will teach participants how to use the Amadeus Cruise booking tool; Concierge Host Training for Vacation Vignettes (Sept. 12 and Nov. 14), which teaches how to become a Concierge Host for 2008 Vacation Vignette departures;
VacationPORT (Sept. 20 and Oct. 18), in which agents will learn how to use preferred supplier sales and create a professional HTML email to send out directly to clients, as well as track the emails that have been read.
Courses are repeated throughout each month, and schedules are updated weekly All courses are complimentary to HomeBased-Travelagents.com member agents. Due to limited space availability for each webinar, agents are urged to register in advance.
The Training and Member Development team also has developed recorded webinars located through AAC on agentnet, each running no more than 20 minutes, member's of HomeBased-TravelAgents.com can do them at there convenience. They can be found on www.agentnet.com.
Home based travel Agents will be able to participate in training events remotely with the use of their computer and telephone to listen, view and discuss topics in a real-time environment.
Courses will include: Engagement 101-Getting Started (Sept. 4), a one-hour session for members who are not enrolled in the Engagement marketing program, which will focus on the benefits of Engagement, how it works, and how to register;
Introduction to AgentNet (Sept. 5 and 19), a one-hour session that will provide a basic overview and navigation through AgentNet, targeted toward new Vacation.com members, as well as those looking to refresh their knowledge;
Engagement 201-Selecting Promotions and List Management (Sept. 6), a step-by-step session designed for agents who are enrolled in Engagement and want to learn how to utilize all of its components, including the ordering process, managing client lists and sharing marketing tips.
Other sessions focus on Amadeus Cruise (Sept. 12 and 26), which will teach participants how to use the Amadeus Cruise booking tool; Concierge Host Training for Vacation Vignettes (Sept. 12 and Nov. 14), which teaches how to become a Concierge Host for 2008 Vacation Vignette departures;
VacationPORT (Sept. 20 and Oct. 18), in which agents will learn how to use preferred supplier sales and create a professional HTML email to send out directly to clients, as well as track the emails that have been read.
Courses are repeated throughout each month, and schedules are updated weekly All courses are complimentary to HomeBased-Travelagents.com member agents. Due to limited space availability for each webinar, agents are urged to register in advance.
The Training and Member Development team also has developed recorded webinars located through AAC on agentnet, each running no more than 20 minutes, member's of HomeBased-TravelAgents.com can do them at there convenience. They can be found on www.agentnet.com.
Disney World Announces New Holiday Offer
Walt Disney World Resort announced a new offer, available throughout the fall and into the holidays. Clients can enjoy a five-night, six-day Magic Your Way package that includes accommodations at select Disney Value Resort hotels and theme park tickets for $362 per adult, $223 per junior (ages 10 to 17) and $184 per child (ages three to nine).
This special Disney Magic Your Way Package is bookable now through Sept. 26, is based on double occupancy in a standard room. Clients taking advantage of this offer can experience an array of Walt Disney World special events like the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival (Sept. 28 to Nov. 11) and the holiday season that starts in mid November with events like Epcot's Holidays Around the World and Candlelight Processional, Disney's Hollywood Studios' Spectacle of Dancing Lights and Mickey's Jingle Jungle Parade in Disney's Animal Kingdom.
Home Based Travel Agents can book this special offer by calling 800-327-2996 and using package code ZQG or by visiting www.disneytravelagents.com.
This special Disney Magic Your Way Package is bookable now through Sept. 26, is based on double occupancy in a standard room. Clients taking advantage of this offer can experience an array of Walt Disney World special events like the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival (Sept. 28 to Nov. 11) and the holiday season that starts in mid November with events like Epcot's Holidays Around the World and Candlelight Processional, Disney's Hollywood Studios' Spectacle of Dancing Lights and Mickey's Jingle Jungle Parade in Disney's Animal Kingdom.
Home Based Travel Agents can book this special offer by calling 800-327-2996 and using package code ZQG or by visiting www.disneytravelagents.com.
Air Sale
Many major airlines just released sale fares from New York, Long Island, Newark, Syracuse, Albany and other nearby airports. Book now for some of the best prices of the year on flights for fall, or even the rest of summer.Plus, many of these sales allow travel all the way through December -- So you can even plan ahead for the holidays!
Other tips for finding sale fares:- Act quickly! Some sales end as soon as August 20 (Monday!)- Be flexible: Try alternate dates if necessary, and if possible try to avoid Fridays and Sundays - Shop multiple sites to ensure you get the lowest fareTravelzoo's SuperSearch helps you find the best deals. Click here: http://www.travelzoo.com/supersearch/email?1306SuperSearch uses more than 2 million consumer ratings and Travelzoo's years of expertise to help you find the bestfares. Plus, you can easily compare multiple siteswithout entering your information over and over.
Other tips for finding sale fares:- Act quickly! Some sales end as soon as August 20 (Monday!)- Be flexible: Try alternate dates if necessary, and if possible try to avoid Fridays and Sundays - Shop multiple sites to ensure you get the lowest fareTravelzoo's SuperSearch helps you find the best deals. Click here: http://www.travelzoo.com/supersearch/email?1306SuperSearch uses more than 2 million consumer ratings and Travelzoo's years of expertise to help you find the bestfares. Plus, you can easily compare multiple siteswithout entering your information over and over.
Tuesday
CRUISE MATCH TRAINING - EVENT 8/27/07
On Monday, August 27, 2007, Celebrity Cruises will conduct the largest and most comprehensive training session in the history of our company. After several million dollars and many years in the making, we are proud to introduce the new "Cruise Match" on-line booking engine for both Celebrity and Royal Caribbean. This new booking tool is going to revolutionize the way you do business and increase your productivity.
We are going to convert the Cape Liberty cruise terminal into a giant convention hall with 700+ computers and will train over 1400 agents!
I cannot stress how important this event will be in assisting you to grow your business. Every who can should attend. I'm asking you to please "Save the Date"
Please read below and register immediately for this event. Space will be closed out and this is a one time only opportunity!
FAQ's
Q. What exactly is Cruise Match?
A. It's Royal Caribbean's newest on-line booking engine, so you never have to call the 1-800 reservations phone ever again! Block & pay all your FIT and GROUP cruises on your own computer and manage all your bookings with Royal Caribbean & Celebrity Cruises! The best part is that our new system is a simple windows based program, which offers simple click and drop down menus! No need to learn complicated codes!
Q. Sounds good, How do I sign up?
A. Log onto www.cruisingpower.com, click on "Working with Us", then click on "Event Management", then click on " "Register for an Event Open to Public" - you will be able to click on the "Bayonne" event listed on 8/27/07 and register your information
Q. Who is conducting the training?
A. We have our sales & automation team flying from Miami to conduct this session
Q. How many agents from my office can attend?
A. The more the better, however, registration is open to the first 1400 agents
Q. Where is the training going to be held and at what time?
A. The training will be held inside the cruise terminal in Cape Liberty, Bayonne from 9:00am -5:30pm on August 27, 2007 (Yes, the entire day!)
Q. Should I bring my laptop?
A. No, we are going to provide 700+ computers, which two agents will share per computer
Q. I already use another GDS system, why should I learn Cruise Match? A. Our new Cruise Match system blows away the competition and is truly one of a kind!
Q. Will you be feeding us?
A. We will provide a nice lunch and drinks, etc.
Q. Are there any prize giveaways or incentives for going?
A. Yes, we plan on giving away big cash prizes and fun gifts for some lucky winners!
Q. Is this event for both Celebrity Cruises and Royal Caribbean International?
A. Yes, this is a co-branded event for both of our companies
We are going to convert the Cape Liberty cruise terminal into a giant convention hall with 700+ computers and will train over 1400 agents!
I cannot stress how important this event will be in assisting you to grow your business. Every who can should attend. I'm asking you to please "Save the Date"
Please read below and register immediately for this event. Space will be closed out and this is a one time only opportunity!
FAQ's
Q. What exactly is Cruise Match?
A. It's Royal Caribbean's newest on-line booking engine, so you never have to call the 1-800 reservations phone ever again! Block & pay all your FIT and GROUP cruises on your own computer and manage all your bookings with Royal Caribbean & Celebrity Cruises! The best part is that our new system is a simple windows based program, which offers simple click and drop down menus! No need to learn complicated codes!
Q. Sounds good, How do I sign up?
A. Log onto www.cruisingpower.com, click on "Working with Us", then click on "Event Management", then click on " "Register for an Event Open to Public" - you will be able to click on the "Bayonne" event listed on 8/27/07 and register your information
Q. Who is conducting the training?
A. We have our sales & automation team flying from Miami to conduct this session
Q. How many agents from my office can attend?
A. The more the better, however, registration is open to the first 1400 agents
Q. Where is the training going to be held and at what time?
A. The training will be held inside the cruise terminal in Cape Liberty, Bayonne from 9:00am -5:30pm on August 27, 2007 (Yes, the entire day!)
Q. Should I bring my laptop?
A. No, we are going to provide 700+ computers, which two agents will share per computer
Q. I already use another GDS system, why should I learn Cruise Match? A. Our new Cruise Match system blows away the competition and is truly one of a kind!
Q. Will you be feeding us?
A. We will provide a nice lunch and drinks, etc.
Q. Are there any prize giveaways or incentives for going?
A. Yes, we plan on giving away big cash prizes and fun gifts for some lucky winners!
Q. Is this event for both Celebrity Cruises and Royal Caribbean International?
A. Yes, this is a co-branded event for both of our companies
Funjet Offers Agents Free Mexico Travel
Funjet Vacations and Karisma Resorts are offering travel agents free air, nights at a resort of their choice and exclusive savings for their clients. The offer applies to bookings El Dorado Royale, a Spa Resort, by Karisma; El Dorado Seaside Suites, by Karisma; or Azul Beach Hotel, by Karisma.
The offer applies to bookings of four nights or longer through Sept. 30 with travel through Oct. 31, 2007. Travel agents who make three qualifying bookings receive three nights free; those who make four qualifying bookings receive four nights free and one free air seat from Funjet Vacations; or, those making five qualifying bookings receive seven nights free plus two free air seats. There is no limit of free nights earned.
Travel agents are also eligible to win a trip a day with Funjet Vacations and Karisma Resorts. Beginning Friday, Aug. 10, one travel agent will win a complete vacation of four nights and roundtrip airfare to the resorts listed above. Winners will be randomly drawn from bookings made daily. For the first time Funjet Vacations is extending significant savings at El Dorado Royale, El Dorado Seaside Suites and Azul Beach Hotel.
Agents can entice clients with savings of up to $1,000 per couple and free room upgrades or resort credits up to $100. This offer is valid for bookings through Aug. 31, with travel Aug. 11 to Dec. 23. Clients to El Dorado Seaside Suites or El Dorado Royale will receive a free room upgrade. Travel agents can book Funjet Vacations by calling 800-558-3050 or by visiting www.vaxvacationaccess.com.
The offer applies to bookings of four nights or longer through Sept. 30 with travel through Oct. 31, 2007. Travel agents who make three qualifying bookings receive three nights free; those who make four qualifying bookings receive four nights free and one free air seat from Funjet Vacations; or, those making five qualifying bookings receive seven nights free plus two free air seats. There is no limit of free nights earned.
Travel agents are also eligible to win a trip a day with Funjet Vacations and Karisma Resorts. Beginning Friday, Aug. 10, one travel agent will win a complete vacation of four nights and roundtrip airfare to the resorts listed above. Winners will be randomly drawn from bookings made daily. For the first time Funjet Vacations is extending significant savings at El Dorado Royale, El Dorado Seaside Suites and Azul Beach Hotel.
Agents can entice clients with savings of up to $1,000 per couple and free room upgrades or resort credits up to $100. This offer is valid for bookings through Aug. 31, with travel Aug. 11 to Dec. 23. Clients to El Dorado Seaside Suites or El Dorado Royale will receive a free room upgrade. Travel agents can book Funjet Vacations by calling 800-558-3050 or by visiting www.vaxvacationaccess.com.
Niche Cruise Adds Online Training Program
The Niche Cruise Marketing Alliance has introduced an online training program to allow home based travel agents to become Certified Niche Cruise Specialists in the comfort of their home office.
"Although we offer in-person training sessions throughout the United States several times a year, we realize is it not always convenient for agents to attend these sessions," said NCMA Executive Director Lawrence Dessler. "We felt that adding an online training component would allow us to reach a larger number of agents who would like to specialize in this lucrative and fast- growing segment of the cruise industry.
"To become a Certified Niche Cruise Specialist, agents need to create a Niche Cruise Academy account by going to www.nichecruise.com and clicking through on the online training icon. Once an agent has created an account, they can register and select the Certified Niche Cruise Specialist Course. After successful completion of the course and certification examination, the agent has become a Certified Niche Cruise Specialist.
With the designation, agents receive a diploma and a variety of benefits that entitle them to higher commission on selected NCMA cruises as well as a highlighted listing on the NCMA website. To remain a Certified Niche Cruise Specialist, agents must take and pass at least one Niche Cruise Academy online course every two years.
In the initial certification course, agents learn about each of the 13 NMCA cruise members. The course consists of an introductory chapter, a chapter on why agents should concentrate on niche cruises, chapters on each individual cruise line, an evaluation and conclusion chapter and a certification exam.
The 13 NCMA lines have banded together to educate home based travel agents on the value of concentrating on the sale of specialty cruise products. The alliance provides educational programs, seminar content and trade show exposure for its members and this industry segment.
In addition, its website, www.nichecruise.com, has been redesigned to allow consumers in the U.S. and Canada to locate certified Niche Cruise Specialist travel agents by zip code, postal code or city.
NCMA member lines include American Cruise Lines, Fred. Olsen Cruises, Galapagos Explorer II (Canodros), Imperial River Cruises, Louis Cruise Lines, Majestic America Line, Norwegian Coastal Voyage, Orion Expedition Cruises, Pandaw Cruises, Peter Deilmann Cruises, RiverBarge Excursion Lines, Star Clippers and Voyages of Discovery. All lines except Pandaw Cruises, which is the newest member of NCMA, are included in the online training program. Pandaw will be added shortly.
For more information, call 425-867-0399 or visit www.nichecruise.com.
"Although we offer in-person training sessions throughout the United States several times a year, we realize is it not always convenient for agents to attend these sessions," said NCMA Executive Director Lawrence Dessler. "We felt that adding an online training component would allow us to reach a larger number of agents who would like to specialize in this lucrative and fast- growing segment of the cruise industry.
"To become a Certified Niche Cruise Specialist, agents need to create a Niche Cruise Academy account by going to www.nichecruise.com and clicking through on the online training icon. Once an agent has created an account, they can register and select the Certified Niche Cruise Specialist Course. After successful completion of the course and certification examination, the agent has become a Certified Niche Cruise Specialist.
With the designation, agents receive a diploma and a variety of benefits that entitle them to higher commission on selected NCMA cruises as well as a highlighted listing on the NCMA website. To remain a Certified Niche Cruise Specialist, agents must take and pass at least one Niche Cruise Academy online course every two years.
In the initial certification course, agents learn about each of the 13 NMCA cruise members. The course consists of an introductory chapter, a chapter on why agents should concentrate on niche cruises, chapters on each individual cruise line, an evaluation and conclusion chapter and a certification exam.
The 13 NCMA lines have banded together to educate home based travel agents on the value of concentrating on the sale of specialty cruise products. The alliance provides educational programs, seminar content and trade show exposure for its members and this industry segment.
In addition, its website, www.nichecruise.com, has been redesigned to allow consumers in the U.S. and Canada to locate certified Niche Cruise Specialist travel agents by zip code, postal code or city.
NCMA member lines include American Cruise Lines, Fred. Olsen Cruises, Galapagos Explorer II (Canodros), Imperial River Cruises, Louis Cruise Lines, Majestic America Line, Norwegian Coastal Voyage, Orion Expedition Cruises, Pandaw Cruises, Peter Deilmann Cruises, RiverBarge Excursion Lines, Star Clippers and Voyages of Discovery. All lines except Pandaw Cruises, which is the newest member of NCMA, are included in the online training program. Pandaw will be added shortly.
For more information, call 425-867-0399 or visit www.nichecruise.com.
Monday
GOGO Offers Caribbean Air Credits
GOGO Worldwide Vacations is offering an exclusive $200 air credit promotion to more than 10 Nassau/Paradise Island hotels. The offer is available for travel Aug. 19 to Dec. 20, 2007 for bookings Aug. 9 to 27, 2007 with only a three-night minimum stay required for travel from all gateways excluding South Florida.
But Floridians can take advantage of a $100 air credit on two-night getaways; the same travel and booking window applies. From Florida, two-night packages with the $100 companion flies free credit start at $165 per person for a two-night stay.
Here's a sampling of some more of the air-inclusive packages being offered – Sheraton three night package from NY start at $419 per person;
Atlantis, three night packages from New York start at $465 per person; Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort – three night packages from Philadelphia start at $799 per person;
British Colonial Hilton - two night packages from Miami/Ft Lauderdale start at $339 per person;
Comfort Suites Paradise Island – three night packages from Boston start at $329 per person;
Wyndham Nassau Resort - two night packages from Miami/Ft Lauderdale start at $299 per person.
For more information, call 800-229-4999 or visit www.GOGOwwv.com.
But Floridians can take advantage of a $100 air credit on two-night getaways; the same travel and booking window applies. From Florida, two-night packages with the $100 companion flies free credit start at $165 per person for a two-night stay.
Here's a sampling of some more of the air-inclusive packages being offered – Sheraton three night package from NY start at $419 per person;
Atlantis, three night packages from New York start at $465 per person; Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort – three night packages from Philadelphia start at $799 per person;
British Colonial Hilton - two night packages from Miami/Ft Lauderdale start at $339 per person;
Comfort Suites Paradise Island – three night packages from Boston start at $329 per person;
Wyndham Nassau Resort - two night packages from Miami/Ft Lauderdale start at $299 per person.
For more information, call 800-229-4999 or visit www.GOGOwwv.com.
Friday
Air China Offers Free 2008 Summer Olympics Tickets
Starting Aug. 1, passengers purchasing and flying on Air China's international service will have the chance to receive free tickets to the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games and enjoy the Summer Olympics events.
Air China, as the sole airline sponsor of the 2008 Olympic Games, is pleased to offer this promotion to its international passengers and help them to enjoy their favorite Olympic sport on site and in person in Beijing.
Six years ago, in 2001, Beijing won the bid to host the 2008 Olympic Games. As the representative of Chinese enterprises and the Chinese airline industry, Air China has continuously served the Chinese Sports Delegation for more than 20 years.
In August 2004, Air China, serving as China's sole designated flag carrier, was appointed as the single Airline Partner of the 2008 Olympic Games. Bids were evaluated by the Beijing Organizing Committee for the Games of the 29th Olympiad, as authorized by the International Olympic Committee.
Air China said it hopes to express its appreciation for this role by offering the promotion, "Buy Air China international tickets, Get free tickets to the Olympic Games," to customers choosing Air China service. For details about the promotion, please inquire at the global customer services hot-line of Air China: 011-86-4008-100-999. For more information, visit http://us.fly-airchina.com/.
Air China, as the sole airline sponsor of the 2008 Olympic Games, is pleased to offer this promotion to its international passengers and help them to enjoy their favorite Olympic sport on site and in person in Beijing.
Six years ago, in 2001, Beijing won the bid to host the 2008 Olympic Games. As the representative of Chinese enterprises and the Chinese airline industry, Air China has continuously served the Chinese Sports Delegation for more than 20 years.
In August 2004, Air China, serving as China's sole designated flag carrier, was appointed as the single Airline Partner of the 2008 Olympic Games. Bids were evaluated by the Beijing Organizing Committee for the Games of the 29th Olympiad, as authorized by the International Olympic Committee.
Air China said it hopes to express its appreciation for this role by offering the promotion, "Buy Air China international tickets, Get free tickets to the Olympic Games," to customers choosing Air China service. For details about the promotion, please inquire at the global customer services hot-line of Air China: 011-86-4008-100-999. For more information, visit http://us.fly-airchina.com/.
Apple Vacations Sets Agent Trade Shows & Seminars
Apple Vacations announced dates for this year's Travel Agent Trade Shows and Seminars. Up to 150 hoteliers from Mexico, the Caribbean, Hawaii and Europe will participate at each trade show, providing opportunities for travel agents to learn about the destinations and resorts offered by Apple Vacations.
It will also be travel agents' first opportunity to take home Apple Vacations' 2008 WinterSun brochures for Mexico, the Caribbean and Hawaii. The 2007 Trade Show schedule is:
Mon., Sept. 10, Detroit – Performing Arts Center (Dearborn, Mich.);
Tues., Sept. 11, Chicago – Drury Lane (Oak Brook, Ill.);
Wed., Sept. 12, Milwaukee – Country Springs Hotel (Pewaukee, Wis.);
Mon., Sept. 17, St. Louis – Marriott St. Louis Airport;
Tues., Sept. 18, Minneapolis – Sun Country Hangar;
Wed., Sept. 19, Denver – Invesco Field at Mile High;
Mon., Sept. 24, Pittsburgh – Sheraton Station Square Hotel;
Tues., Sept. 25, Cleveland – Embassy Suites Rockside;
Wed., Sept. 26, Columbus – Hyatt Regency Columbus;
Thur., Sept. 27, Cincinnati – Hilton Cincinnati Airport;
Mon., Oct. 1, Baltimore – Marriott BWI Airport;
Wed., Oct. 3, Philadelphia – Lincoln Financial Field; Thur.,
Oct. 4, Newark – Doubletree Hotel Newark Airport; Thur.,
Nov. 1, Hartford – Hilton Garden Inn Hartford North/BI Airport;
Mon., Nov. 5, Boston – The Sheraton Newton Hotel;
Tue., Nov. 6, New York – Crowne Plaza (White Plains);
Wed., Nov. 7, Long Island – Fox Hollow (Woodbury);
Thur., Nov. 8, New York – Gennaro's (Brooklyn).
For more information or to RSVP, visit www.applevacations.com/tradeshows
It will also be travel agents' first opportunity to take home Apple Vacations' 2008 WinterSun brochures for Mexico, the Caribbean and Hawaii. The 2007 Trade Show schedule is:
Mon., Sept. 10, Detroit – Performing Arts Center (Dearborn, Mich.);
Tues., Sept. 11, Chicago – Drury Lane (Oak Brook, Ill.);
Wed., Sept. 12, Milwaukee – Country Springs Hotel (Pewaukee, Wis.);
Mon., Sept. 17, St. Louis – Marriott St. Louis Airport;
Tues., Sept. 18, Minneapolis – Sun Country Hangar;
Wed., Sept. 19, Denver – Invesco Field at Mile High;
Mon., Sept. 24, Pittsburgh – Sheraton Station Square Hotel;
Tues., Sept. 25, Cleveland – Embassy Suites Rockside;
Wed., Sept. 26, Columbus – Hyatt Regency Columbus;
Thur., Sept. 27, Cincinnati – Hilton Cincinnati Airport;
Mon., Oct. 1, Baltimore – Marriott BWI Airport;
Wed., Oct. 3, Philadelphia – Lincoln Financial Field; Thur.,
Oct. 4, Newark – Doubletree Hotel Newark Airport; Thur.,
Nov. 1, Hartford – Hilton Garden Inn Hartford North/BI Airport;
Mon., Nov. 5, Boston – The Sheraton Newton Hotel;
Tue., Nov. 6, New York – Crowne Plaza (White Plains);
Wed., Nov. 7, Long Island – Fox Hollow (Woodbury);
Thur., Nov. 8, New York – Gennaro's (Brooklyn).
For more information or to RSVP, visit www.applevacations.com/tradeshows
Funjet Offers New Travel Agent Incentives
Funjet Vacations is offering several promotions, including a One Grand Giveaway promotion which allows home based travel agents to book Iberostar Grand Hotel and earn merchandise such as electronics, jewelry, housewares and more. The offer is valid for bookings of three nights or more made now through Aug. 16 with travel through Dec. 29.
Four bookings earn travel agents a choice of a DVD home theater system, a Cuisinart grind and brew coffee maker, an outdoor fire grill or a Cuisinart six-bottle wine cellar.
Six or more bookings earn travel agents the choice of a Tommy Bahama ladies' or men's watch, an Emeril 10-piece cookware set, or a Callaway fusion stand golf bag carrier.
Funjet is also giving agents the opportunity to save up to 30 percent on packages to the Caribbean and Florida with American Airlines. For the Caribbean, book now through Aug. 23 with travel Sept. 4 to Nov. 15 and Nov. 28 to Dec. 13 to Grand Cayman, Jamaica, Turks & Caicos, Punta Cana, San Juan, St. Thomas, St. Martin/Maarten, and Nassau from Atlanta, Chicago, Detroit, Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Fort Lauderdale, and New York. For Florida, book now through Aug. 24 with travel Sept. 10 to Dec. 12 from cities nationwide to Orlando, Tampa, Pensacola, West Palm Beach, Miami, Jacksonville, Fort Myers, Fort Lauderdale and Key West.
Agents can earn Double Fun-Jets points and save clients up to 25 percent on companion airfares to Hawaii by using promo code HAWAII25 with bookings through Sept. 14 and travel through Dec. 15 or Jan. 6 to Feb. 29, 2008. The offer is valid from cities nationwide to all islands with air/hotel bookings of four nights or longer and a minimum reservation of $1,800. Plus, clients can save up to 47 percent when booking an Alamo car rental through Funjet Vacations. This offer is valid for bookings and travel now through Sept. 30 with car rentals on Oahu, Maui, Hawaii's Big Island and Kauai. Also, travel agents will earn double Fun-Jets on every booking to Hawaii now through Sept. 14 for travel Aug. 1 to Feb. 29, 2008. Bonus Cash, "Fun-Jets," and a trip giveaway with Marival Resorts & Suites.
Travel agents will receive $50 per booking, up to $250, with bookings to Marival Resorts & Suites All Inclusive. Travel agents also will earn 75 bonus "Fun-Jets" with charter bookings, 50 with scheduled airline bookings and 25 with land-only bookings. Plus, one lucky travel agent will earn two roundtrip air seats and a seven-night stay for two in a one bedroom oceanfront suite at Marival Resorts & Suites All Inclusive. These offers are valid for bookings now through Sept. 15 with travel Sept. 1 to Oct. 31.
Agents can book Funjet at http://www.vaxvacationaccess.com/. For more information, visit http://www.funjet.com/.
Four bookings earn travel agents a choice of a DVD home theater system, a Cuisinart grind and brew coffee maker, an outdoor fire grill or a Cuisinart six-bottle wine cellar.
Six or more bookings earn travel agents the choice of a Tommy Bahama ladies' or men's watch, an Emeril 10-piece cookware set, or a Callaway fusion stand golf bag carrier.
Funjet is also giving agents the opportunity to save up to 30 percent on packages to the Caribbean and Florida with American Airlines. For the Caribbean, book now through Aug. 23 with travel Sept. 4 to Nov. 15 and Nov. 28 to Dec. 13 to Grand Cayman, Jamaica, Turks & Caicos, Punta Cana, San Juan, St. Thomas, St. Martin/Maarten, and Nassau from Atlanta, Chicago, Detroit, Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Fort Lauderdale, and New York. For Florida, book now through Aug. 24 with travel Sept. 10 to Dec. 12 from cities nationwide to Orlando, Tampa, Pensacola, West Palm Beach, Miami, Jacksonville, Fort Myers, Fort Lauderdale and Key West.
Agents can earn Double Fun-Jets points and save clients up to 25 percent on companion airfares to Hawaii by using promo code HAWAII25 with bookings through Sept. 14 and travel through Dec. 15 or Jan. 6 to Feb. 29, 2008. The offer is valid from cities nationwide to all islands with air/hotel bookings of four nights or longer and a minimum reservation of $1,800. Plus, clients can save up to 47 percent when booking an Alamo car rental through Funjet Vacations. This offer is valid for bookings and travel now through Sept. 30 with car rentals on Oahu, Maui, Hawaii's Big Island and Kauai. Also, travel agents will earn double Fun-Jets on every booking to Hawaii now through Sept. 14 for travel Aug. 1 to Feb. 29, 2008. Bonus Cash, "Fun-Jets," and a trip giveaway with Marival Resorts & Suites.
Travel agents will receive $50 per booking, up to $250, with bookings to Marival Resorts & Suites All Inclusive. Travel agents also will earn 75 bonus "Fun-Jets" with charter bookings, 50 with scheduled airline bookings and 25 with land-only bookings. Plus, one lucky travel agent will earn two roundtrip air seats and a seven-night stay for two in a one bedroom oceanfront suite at Marival Resorts & Suites All Inclusive. These offers are valid for bookings now through Sept. 15 with travel Sept. 1 to Oct. 31.
Agents can book Funjet at http://www.vaxvacationaccess.com/. For more information, visit http://www.funjet.com/.
Thursday
New “Panama Canal” Course for Travel Agents
The new “Panama Canal” course is now available at the Princess Academy. This course is available to home based travel agents as an Elective, even if you have already achieved Commodore status.
Princess Academy offers many valuable benefits – highlighted by 1000 free Caribbean and Mexican Riviera cruises for agents earning Commodore status each year!*
Commodore benefits go beyond the free cruise – with agent recognition including pins and diplomas that display your expertise, priority placement in the online Travel Agent Locator for agencies who have Commodores on staff.
Agents also receive Princess Captains Circle benefits whenever they sail with Princess, access to Commodore Marketing Kit materials online to promote their business and the Princess Academy Insider newsletter featuring first-look information about upcoming company initiatives.
If you’re not already registered then go online today and learn more at http://princess.dynamicmessenger.com/pcan/?Ek7QMB.wrxyBffYWlTrcbRrephE&http://www.onesourcecruises.com.
Princess Academy offers many valuable benefits – highlighted by 1000 free Caribbean and Mexican Riviera cruises for agents earning Commodore status each year!*
Commodore benefits go beyond the free cruise – with agent recognition including pins and diplomas that display your expertise, priority placement in the online Travel Agent Locator for agencies who have Commodores on staff.
Agents also receive Princess Captains Circle benefits whenever they sail with Princess, access to Commodore Marketing Kit materials online to promote their business and the Princess Academy Insider newsletter featuring first-look information about upcoming company initiatives.
If you’re not already registered then go online today and learn more at http://princess.dynamicmessenger.com/pcan/?Ek7QMB.wrxyBffYWlTrcbRrephE&http://www.onesourcecruises.com.
Travel Agent Month in Aruba
Aruba is offering travel agents the opportunity to become Aruba experts and learn more about the island's tourism, culture and entertainment opportunities through its Travel Agent Month program, being offered now through October 31.
Aruba invites travel professionals to familiarize themselves with the island by staying at an assortment of different hotels and resorts. Agents can participate once every other year and will have double-room accommodations. The TRAM program includes three different packages with rates based on a European Plan (room only; no breakfast with the exception of the all-inclusive Occidental Grand Aruba and the Divi Aruba Beach Resort). For more information, contact the Aruba Tourism Authority at www.aruba.com
Aruba invites travel professionals to familiarize themselves with the island by staying at an assortment of different hotels and resorts. Agents can participate once every other year and will have double-room accommodations. The TRAM program includes three different packages with rates based on a European Plan (room only; no breakfast with the exception of the all-inclusive Occidental Grand Aruba and the Divi Aruba Beach Resort). For more information, contact the Aruba Tourism Authority at www.aruba.com
Wednesday
Asia
Is Asia the new Europe? China was No. 1 on Lonely Planets annual list of hot destinations for the new year, and China also placed first for the country representing the best value for the dollar in a survey of members of the U.S. Tour Operators Association.
The U.S.T.O.A. picked Southeast Asia as the hottest up and coming area for packaged travel, with the No. 2 spot going to China, India and Croatia in a three way tie.
China and India are off the charts, agreed Sandi Hughes, vice president of AAA Travel, the automobile association's travel services division. She attributed the growth in travel to the region to a combination of business travel spurred by U.S. investment; immigrants and their families traveling back and forth; and pure leisure travel by Americans interested in culture, history and monuments.
The continued weakness of the dollar against the euro and the British pound may also be leading some American travelers "to look for alternate destinations," said Rick Garlick, director of strategic consulting for the Maritz Hospitality Research Group. "Places like Thailand and Singapore have gained a new appeal."The first nine months of 2006 showed air travel to Asia by U.S. citizens was up 7% over the same period in 2005, according to the U.S. Commerce Department's Office of Travel and Tourism Industries, compared to a 4% growth in travel to Europe.
The United Kingdom, France, Italy and Germany remained among the top 10 overseas destinations for travel by U.S. residents in 2005, which was the most recent full year for which data was available from the Commerce Department. But travel to Japan, No. 7 on the top 10 list for 2005, was up 40% from 2004; travel to China, No. 10 on the list, was up 21%; travel to No. 12 Hong Kong was up 25%, and travel to No. 15 India was up 33%.
The U.S.T.O.A. picked Southeast Asia as the hottest up and coming area for packaged travel, with the No. 2 spot going to China, India and Croatia in a three way tie.
China and India are off the charts, agreed Sandi Hughes, vice president of AAA Travel, the automobile association's travel services division. She attributed the growth in travel to the region to a combination of business travel spurred by U.S. investment; immigrants and their families traveling back and forth; and pure leisure travel by Americans interested in culture, history and monuments.
The continued weakness of the dollar against the euro and the British pound may also be leading some American travelers "to look for alternate destinations," said Rick Garlick, director of strategic consulting for the Maritz Hospitality Research Group. "Places like Thailand and Singapore have gained a new appeal."The first nine months of 2006 showed air travel to Asia by U.S. citizens was up 7% over the same period in 2005, according to the U.S. Commerce Department's Office of Travel and Tourism Industries, compared to a 4% growth in travel to Europe.
The United Kingdom, France, Italy and Germany remained among the top 10 overseas destinations for travel by U.S. residents in 2005, which was the most recent full year for which data was available from the Commerce Department. But travel to Japan, No. 7 on the top 10 list for 2005, was up 40% from 2004; travel to China, No. 10 on the list, was up 21%; travel to No. 12 Hong Kong was up 25%, and travel to No. 15 India was up 33%.
Princess Cruises booking Bonus
Earn $50 Bonus Commission on all Late Summer/Early Fall Bookings to Alaska, New England and Canada from July 23 - August 31, 2007 on all 6+ Day Sailings traveled by September 30, 2007.
Book on www.AgentNet.com through Amadeus Cruise, POLAR Onlinesm or contact Princess Cruises’ reservations 800-421-1700 or visit princess.com.
Book on www.AgentNet.com through Amadeus Cruise, POLAR Onlinesm or contact Princess Cruises’ reservations 800-421-1700 or visit princess.com.
Tuesday
Princess Cruises booking Bonus
Earn $50 Bonus Commission on all Late Summer/Early Fall Bookings to Alaska, New England and Canada from July 23 - August 31, 2007 on all 6+ Day Sailings traveled by September 30, 2007.
Book on www.AgentNet.com through Amadeus Cruise, POLAR Onlinesm or contact Princess Cruises’ reservations 800-421-1700 or visit princess.com.
Book on www.AgentNet.com through Amadeus Cruise, POLAR Onlinesm or contact Princess Cruises’ reservations 800-421-1700 or visit princess.com.
Monday
Threesome is a FREEsome at Hedonism
3 Females Stay for the Price of 2At Hedonism Resorts a THREESOME is a FREESOME. When 3 females are sharing a room - the 3rd female is FREE
Walt Disney World Raises Park Admission Prices
Walt Disney World reportedly has increased a one-day one park pass 6 percent from $67 to $71. Disney last raised prices last August when a one-day, one-park ticket went from $63 to $67. For more information, visit www.disneytravelagents.com.
Friday
Thursday
Almond Resorts Sets $75 Travel Agent Rate
Almond Resorts, the Caribbean chain of all-inclusive resorts, is offering a special rate for home based travel agents. The travel agent room rate of $75 per night per room, double occupancy, covers the entire all-inclusive program at any of the Almond Resorts – Almond Beach Club, Almond Beach Village, Almond Morgan Bay and Almond Smugglers Cove, from now until Sept. 30, 2007.
All meals, all beverages, a wide range of watersports, tennis, golf (equipment rental is extra), fitness center and more, are included. Spa treatments at the Almond Spas are additional.
This offer is available to current, active IATA and CLIA members only, credentials will be checked, and current cards are required. The special rate is based on a standard room, double occupancy, applies to new bookings only and may not be combined with any other promotion except Team Almond nights.
Maximum stay allowable at the special rate is seven nights. Bookings are not transferable. For more information, call 800-425-6663 and select #4 at the prompt. Additional resort information can be found at www.almondresorts.com.
All meals, all beverages, a wide range of watersports, tennis, golf (equipment rental is extra), fitness center and more, are included. Spa treatments at the Almond Spas are additional.
This offer is available to current, active IATA and CLIA members only, credentials will be checked, and current cards are required. The special rate is based on a standard room, double occupancy, applies to new bookings only and may not be combined with any other promotion except Team Almond nights.
Maximum stay allowable at the special rate is seven nights. Bookings are not transferable. For more information, call 800-425-6663 and select #4 at the prompt. Additional resort information can be found at www.almondresorts.com.
Wednesday
Sandals Resorts Offers Honeymoon "Test Drives"
Sandals Resorts' "Test Drive" program offers potential honeymoon clients a chance to sample a Sandals Luxury Included honeymoon "test drive" on a one-day getaway to Sandals Royal Caribbean Resort & Private Island in Montego Bay, Jamaica. It includes a Champagne beach barbeque and honeymoon preview.
At $179 per person, including roundtrip airfare on Air Jamaica from New York (JFK), Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago or Philadelphia, couples can experience all of the luxurious amenities offered as part of the Sandals Resorts honeymoon during their one-day stay. With Sandals Resorts' "Test Drive" program, couples considering a destination wedding will get the chance to learn more about the resort's exclusive Preston Bailey Signature WeddingMoons packages and getting married in the Caribbean.
As an added bonus, couples who book a minimum six-night stay at any one of the 12 Sandals Resorts located in Jamaica, Antigua, St. Lucia and the Bahamas within two weeks of their "Test Drive" visit, will have the cost of the day trip credited to their Sandals honeymoon.
"We want our agents and our clients to feel confident that when they book a Sandals Resort honeymoon they are getting the most romantic, most luxurious honeymoon available worldwide," said Mike Norton, vice president of sales for Sandals Resorts. "We always strive to be innovators in the industry and offer our agents programs that will translate to increased sales and satisfied customers. We believe our ‘Test Drive' program will do both, as well as revolutionize the way couples choose a honeymoon destination, by allowing them to experience the passion and magic of Sandals before they say I do.
"The "Test Drive" offer is available from New York (JFK), Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago or Philadelphia for nine select dates beginning this fall. Flights depart in the morning and return the same evening on Oct. 3, 10, 17 and 31, Nov. 14 and 28 and Jan. 16, 23 and 30.
In addition to the Champagne Beach Barbeque and roundtrip airfare, the one-day getaway includes: a private tour of the resort and the resort's exclusive private island, Sandals Cay, access to some of the top experts in the wedding industry, Red Lane Spa sample treatments, all land and water sports, Reggae dance lessons, scavenger hunts, exciting entertainment, a VIP beach bag filled with free goodies, the chance to win great prizes and more.
Whether couples choose swimming, sunning, sailing or simply walking on the sand, it's all included for the day. Call 800-726-3257 or visit www.sandals.com/testdrive.
At $179 per person, including roundtrip airfare on Air Jamaica from New York (JFK), Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago or Philadelphia, couples can experience all of the luxurious amenities offered as part of the Sandals Resorts honeymoon during their one-day stay. With Sandals Resorts' "Test Drive" program, couples considering a destination wedding will get the chance to learn more about the resort's exclusive Preston Bailey Signature WeddingMoons packages and getting married in the Caribbean.
As an added bonus, couples who book a minimum six-night stay at any one of the 12 Sandals Resorts located in Jamaica, Antigua, St. Lucia and the Bahamas within two weeks of their "Test Drive" visit, will have the cost of the day trip credited to their Sandals honeymoon.
"We want our agents and our clients to feel confident that when they book a Sandals Resort honeymoon they are getting the most romantic, most luxurious honeymoon available worldwide," said Mike Norton, vice president of sales for Sandals Resorts. "We always strive to be innovators in the industry and offer our agents programs that will translate to increased sales and satisfied customers. We believe our ‘Test Drive' program will do both, as well as revolutionize the way couples choose a honeymoon destination, by allowing them to experience the passion and magic of Sandals before they say I do.
"The "Test Drive" offer is available from New York (JFK), Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago or Philadelphia for nine select dates beginning this fall. Flights depart in the morning and return the same evening on Oct. 3, 10, 17 and 31, Nov. 14 and 28 and Jan. 16, 23 and 30.
In addition to the Champagne Beach Barbeque and roundtrip airfare, the one-day getaway includes: a private tour of the resort and the resort's exclusive private island, Sandals Cay, access to some of the top experts in the wedding industry, Red Lane Spa sample treatments, all land and water sports, Reggae dance lessons, scavenger hunts, exciting entertainment, a VIP beach bag filled with free goodies, the chance to win great prizes and more.
Whether couples choose swimming, sunning, sailing or simply walking on the sand, it's all included for the day. Call 800-726-3257 or visit www.sandals.com/testdrive.
Tauck Tours helps Home Based Travel Agents.
Tauck World Discovery is making it easier than ever to sell travel for home based travel agents! We have great online tools that provide information right at your fingertips.
We already have three 2008 brochures available for order to help jump start your 2008 selling season. Our 2008 Exotics, 2008 Tauck at Sea, and 2008 European River Cruising brochures are available now!
To order these brochures, Tauck has launched a new agent online website! Agent Services is a great place to get the inside scoop on Tauck’s new offerings.
Journey Finder Additionally on Tauck.com Journey Finder gives full descriptions of all tour itineraries. You can also find trip availability online or if you have a quick question you can email one of our Reservation Agents, for a live chat, without having to wait on hold!
Do you need more options for family travel? Tauck Bridges offers an expertly planned vacation that every member of the family is sure to enjoy. Our 10 pre-planned trips will provide a memorable experience that will allow your clients to see the world with all expenses included. For more information check out our Bridges website!
Ask & ShareVisit our Ask & Share section of Tauck.com; a place where guests and agents can get information about our trips from experienced Tauck travelers. On these message boards you can learn about:
Highlights of each trip
What to pack
Weather
Plus more insider tips to help make your client's Tauck vacation run smoothly
Download information on selling Tauck Download itineraries Learn more about agent travel discounts Find and order our brochures online
Curious to learn more about Tauck? Sign up here for our agent newsletter, an informative monthly email that features many of our most popular itineraries. It is the best way to stay on top of our tour changes and highlights for your clients! View our latest e-newsletter here.
Did you know?
Tauck by the Numbers:
1925 – The year that the first Tauck tour began
1 – Arthur Tauck Sr. was the first person ever to receive a Tour Broker License
130 – number of journeys offered by Tauck World Discovery
50 – number of awards Tauck World Discovery has received in its 80+ years
2,500 – the number of contracts Tauck World Discovery has all over the world
We already have three 2008 brochures available for order to help jump start your 2008 selling season. Our 2008 Exotics, 2008 Tauck at Sea, and 2008 European River Cruising brochures are available now!
To order these brochures, Tauck has launched a new agent online website! Agent Services is a great place to get the inside scoop on Tauck’s new offerings.
Journey Finder Additionally on Tauck.com Journey Finder gives full descriptions of all tour itineraries. You can also find trip availability online or if you have a quick question you can email one of our Reservation Agents, for a live chat, without having to wait on hold!
Do you need more options for family travel? Tauck Bridges offers an expertly planned vacation that every member of the family is sure to enjoy. Our 10 pre-planned trips will provide a memorable experience that will allow your clients to see the world with all expenses included. For more information check out our Bridges website!
Ask & ShareVisit our Ask & Share section of Tauck.com; a place where guests and agents can get information about our trips from experienced Tauck travelers. On these message boards you can learn about:
Highlights of each trip
What to pack
Weather
Plus more insider tips to help make your client's Tauck vacation run smoothly
Download information on selling Tauck Download itineraries Learn more about agent travel discounts Find and order our brochures online
Curious to learn more about Tauck? Sign up here for our agent newsletter, an informative monthly email that features many of our most popular itineraries. It is the best way to stay on top of our tour changes and highlights for your clients! View our latest e-newsletter here.
Did you know?
Tauck by the Numbers:
1925 – The year that the first Tauck tour began
1 – Arthur Tauck Sr. was the first person ever to receive a Tour Broker License
130 – number of journeys offered by Tauck World Discovery
50 – number of awards Tauck World Discovery has received in its 80+ years
2,500 – the number of contracts Tauck World Discovery has all over the world
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