Friday, April 17, 2015

Travel News and Offers

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Alberta is undoubtedly one of the most breathtaking places on earth, as vast as it is varied in landscape and experiences. From the majestic Canadian Rockies to the mysterious badlands and all things dinosaur, to high ranch country and rolling prairies, it's a vacation destination your clients won't soon forget, filled with authentic outdoor adventures, urban charms and cultural jewels.

Alberta shares its western border with the province of British Columbia, whose port city of Vancouver (and Washington's Seattle) is little more than an hour by air to a place waiting to be discovered by your cruise clientele – pre- or post-cruise.

By air, book through to either of our international gateway cities, Edmonton or Calgary. Both cities offer a rich urban experience – luxury accommodation, fine dining, endless shopping and a vibrant arts and cultural scene. Albertans' love of the outdoors is equalled only by their love of a good gathering, which means plenty of outdoor festivals and special events throughout the summer. From either city, it's a scenic drive into Banff or Jasper national parks.

Or book by train from Seattle or Vancouver on the iconic Rocky Mountaineer and wind through spectacular alpine scenery all the way into Alberta. Via Rail also has train options out of Calgary, Edmonton and Jasper.

In our Canadian Rocky Mountain parks, make an iconic Fairmont property in the picturesque towns of Banff, Lake Louise or Jasper home base and choose from a host of outdoor adventures. Tee off on golf courses routinely ranked as some of the finest in North America. Try a heli-hike into a high alpine meadow where wildlife abounds – watch for moose, elk, mountain goats, deer, bighorn sheep and bears. Try life in the fast lane with a whitewater rafting trip or just rent a canoe to paddle a calm, turquoise lake.

Head to a working ranch in the southwest and saddle up on a real cattle drive. Cowboy up at our famed Calgary Stampede. Go on an authentic dinosaur dig in the Canadian Badlands. Take a scenic road trip and explore our rich cultural heritage, distinctive small towns and spectacular countryside.

Visit in winter when cold is actually cool. Head out from Calgary or Edmonton to any of our six major Rocky Mountain ski resorts, where the abundance of dry, airy snow is a magnet for powder hounds. Canyon ice walks, dog sled tours, sleigh rides and back country lodges with crackling fires, a chance to see the magical northern lights – what's not to like?

Join Zegrahm Expeditions on one of their signature expeditions: Circumnavigation of South Georgia with the Falkland Islands. Spend seven full days exploring the historic and wildlife-rich island of South Georgia. You will witness huge colonies of king penguins, with over 200,000 at Salisbury Plain alone, as well as four species of albatross, and fur and elephant seals. They will visit the burial site of famed explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton—during the centenary of his heroic Endurance expedition—and spend time on the Falkland Islands, home to black-browed albatross, Magellanic and rockhopper penguins, and a host of endemic birds found nowhere else in the world.

Rates start at just $12,980 per person for this 19-day journey—and Zegrahm has eliminated the single supplement for solo travelers. Plus, when you travel with Zegrahm, virtually everything is included in the cost of the trip: all accommodations, gratuities, transfers, daily activities including complimentary kayaking, travel insurance, flights from Santiago/Stanley and Ushuaia/Buenos Aires, and much more.

No Single Supplement

In addition to Circumnavigation of South Georgia, Zegrahm has eliminated the single supplement on the following expeditions:

·         India, Sri Lanka & the Maldives

·         Patagonia with the Falkland Islands & Cape Horn

·         Chile & Peru: In the Wake of Humboldt and Darwin

·         Discoveries of Coastal Europe

·         Ultimate Galápagos

·         Indonesia: Raja Ampat & Asmat Villages

·         Faces of Melanesia

 


Trafalgar

New Limited-Time Airfare Offer 

Just released! $500 per couple Europe air credit* on air-inclusive Trafalgar and Brendan vacation. 

Here are the details:

  • Valid on Trafalgar's Europe Guided and Brendan's Guided, Private Chauffeur, Locally Hosted and Self-Drive (FIT packages must be $1,500+/person)
  • Flights booked (through us) on American Airlines, British Airways, US Airways, Iberia and Finnair, in any class of service
  • Book and deposit now through May 15, 2015
  • Travel date restrictions apply 
  • Combinable with Last Minute Deals and brochure discounts like Early Payment and Frequent Traveler; not valid with any other airfare promotion
  • Regular payment and cancellation policies apply


"Italy's Finest." Costa has been sailing in the Med for over 65 years with a heritage that is truly authentic. From the moment you board you will experience the genuine hospitality for which we are known. And now, take advantage of the lowest rates this season with Costa's "Now and Then Savings Sale." Book your last minute cruise to receive an Instant Upgrade from Inside to Balcony†... Hurry these cabins won't last. OR plan your spring/ summer vacation with NEW LOW RATES and FREE Onboard Credit.***

Enjoy these authentic ... autentico... savings with Costa's "Now and Then Savings Sale." Save Now or Save Then!

How do you say "Holiday" in Italian? Costa


 

*Cruise-only fares do not include (i) the cruise fuel supplement, if any, and (ii) certain government taxes and fees on cruise travel from $30.08 to $266.43 per person.

Fares and government taxes and fees are subject to change before payment in full. Fares are in U.S. Dollars and are valid for North and Central American Residents (U.S., Canada, Mexico and Central American countries). Fares apply to cruise only, transportation to and from the cruise embarkation/debarkation point is not included. Fares are per person based on double cabin occupancy for the lowest cabin category, subject to availability and may be higher for desired travel dates. Fares are applicable for new individual bookings only and cannot be combined with other offers. A $400 deposit per person is due at the time of booking. Tickets may not be refundable and changes are subject to booking class availability. A $50 administrative fee is charged for cruise changes after documents are issued. Costa may charge a cruise fuel supplement of up to $9 per person per day if the NYMEX oil price exceeds $70 per barrel. Additional restrictions apply; consult Terms and Conditions or our reservations department at 1-800-462-6782 for more information.
Ships' Registry: Italy 7370.06 4/15

** 50% Reduced Deposit Offer is valid on new individual (excluding group) bookings only and for reservations made outside of the final payment period (90 days Non Caribbean and 76 days Caribbean departures). Full payment will be required on reservations made within the final payment period. Offer may be withdrawn or closed at any time without notice.

*** Rates listed are based double occupancy and apply to NEW individual bookings only (excludes groups) and include the Onboard Credit on select sailings. Onboard Credit is applied per person, double occupancy; is not applicable for 3rd and 4th Guest occupying the same cabin. Amount shown is total amount per cabin. Onboard Credit may be used for goods and services purchased onboard, certain restrictions apply. Any unused portion of the Onboard Credit will not be refunded to Guest. Government taxes and fees are additional. Offer may be withdrawn or closed at any time without notice.

† Instant Upgrade is available on select departures. Instant Upgrade is subject to availability and is capacity controlled. Instant Upgrade promotional rates reflect upgrade from Inside to Oceanview and Oceanview to Balcony. Price quoted/booked is inclusive of Instant Upgrade rate. Certain ship and departure dates may be restricted and may be limited to double or triple occupancy with limited capacity. Offer may be withdrawn at any time without notice.
 





 

 

THE HOTEL COLLECTION: AmEx Centurion, Platinum & Gold Card Member Benefit

Cardmembers staying a minimum of two consecutive nights receive the following at participating hotels:

  • A $75 hotel credit on qualifying dining, spa, or resort activities
  • Room upgrade at check-in, if available
  • Book three rooms and receive these benefits on each
  • Hotels from $150 per night


DISNEY VACATIONS

Now you and your family can enjoy affordable vacations year after year at Disney Vacation Club Resorts . Plus, choose when, where, and how long you vacation.

·         Disney's Contemporary Resort - When you stay at Disney's Contemporary Resort in Lake Buena Vista, you'll be on a lake and minutes from Walt Disney World® and Magic Kingdom® Theme Park. This 4-star resort is within close proximity of Disney's Palm Golf Course and Disney's Magnolia Golf Course.

 

·         Disney's Grand Floridian Resort - Victorian elegance meets modern sophistication at this lavish bayside Resort hotel. Relax in the sumptuous lobby as the live orchestra plays ragtime, jazz and popular Disney tunes. Bask on the white-sand beach, indulge in a luxurious massage and watch the fireworks light up the sky over Cinderella Castle. Just one stop to Magic Kingdom park on the complimentary Resort Monorail, this timeless Victorian-style marvel evokes Palm Beach's golden era. 

 

·         The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort - Revel in Victorian-style splendor and enjoy the comforts of home at this elegant Disney Resort hotel. Stay in a stately deluxe studio or multi-bedroom villa. Indulge in a luxurious massage at the full-service spa. Unwind on the beach as fireworks light up the sky over Cinderella Castle. Just one stop to Magic Kingdom park on the complimentary Resort Monorail, this timeless marvel evokes Palm Beach's golden era.

 

·         Disney's BoardWalk Inn - Experience the charm and whimsy of turn-of-the-century Atlantic City at this waterfront Resort hotel. Make a splash at Luna Park Pool and delight in a massage at the state-of-the-art fitness center. Discover carnival games, unique dining and exciting nightlife on the Coney Island-style boardwalk. Strung like saltwater taffy along the shimmering Crescent Lake, Disney's BoardWalk Inn is located within walking distance to both Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios.

 

·         Disney's Yacht Club Resort - Delight in the formal grace of a grand New England-style yacht club at this lakeside hotel. Relax in the inviting elegance of a plush lobby replete with nautical touches, explore the whimsical Stormalong Bay and rent a variety of watercraft from Bayside Marina. Sharing many amenities with its pastel-toned sister, Disney's Beach Club Resort, Disney's Yacht Club Resort is walking distance to Epcot and a convenient boat ride to Disney's Hollywood Studios.

 

·         Art of Animation Resort - Be surrounded in the artistry, enchantment and magic of Walt Disney and Disney Pixar movies. Stay at a Disney Resort hotel that invites you to explore the storybook landscapes seen in such classics as Finding Nemo, Cars, The Lion King and The Little Mermaid. From delightfully themed family suites to wondrously detailed courtyards, Disney's Art of Animation "draws" you and your family in to become a part of some of your animated favorites. (Nick's recommendation)

 

·         Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort - A tropical paradise built around 45-acre Barefoot Bay, this Resort hotel brings the Islands to you with swaying palm trees, white-sand beaches and colonial architecture. Six villages—Trinidad North, Trinidad South, Martinique, Barbados, Aruba and Jamaica—host colorful Guest rooms, some pirate-themed! "Island-hop" as you explore 200 lushly landscaped acres, or simply enjoy lazy days soaking up the sun in a hammock. 

Disney Fantasy! The Fantasy offers  7-day Western and Eastern Caribbean itineraries round trip from Port Canaveral. The below amenities are always included in the price.

 

·        Exclusive areas just for adults

·        Delicious Disney dining (3 rotating specialty dining options included)

·        24-hour complimentary room service

·        Complimentary fountain soda, coffee and tea on deck

·        Broadway-style musicals

·        First-run films

·        Special moments with Disney Characters

·        Amazing kids' clubs

·        Immersive, private clubs for tweens and teens

·        Themed deck parties for the whole family

·        Fireworks at sea, on most voyages

·        Spacious staterooms, sleeps up to 5 (Dream & Fantasy), sleeps up to 7 (Magic & Wonder)

·        Legendary Disney service

·        Private Island Paradise – Castaway Cay Day

 


DISNEY DINING PACKAGES:

Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan
For each night of your Quick-Service Dining Plan package, each Guest in your party (ages 3 and up) receives:

2 Quick-Service Meals
Each quick-service meal includes:

For Breakfast
1 entrée or 1 complete combo meal
1 single-serving, non-alcoholic beverage

For Lunch/Dinner
1 entrée or 1 complete combo meal
1 dessert
1 single-serving, non-alcoholic beverage

Children ages 3-9 must order from the Children's Menu (if one is available).

1 Snack
Examples of snacks are: 1 frozen ice cream novelty, popsicle, fruit bar, popcorn scoop (single-serving box), single-serving bag of snacks, single piece of whole fruit, 20-oz. bottle of Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite or Dasani water, 22-oz. fountain soft drink or juice, 12-oz. coffee, hot chocolate or hot tea, single-serving prepackaged milk or juice.

Plan must be purchased for entire length of stay and for the entire party (ages 3+). Meals are non-transferable between party members and expire at midnight on day of check-out.

Disney Dining Plan
With your Disney Dining Plan, for each night of your package, each Guest in your party (ages 3 and up) receives:

1 Table-Service Meal
Each (adult or child) table-service meal includes:
1 entrée
1 dessert (lunch and dinner only)
1 single-serving, non-alcoholic beverage
Or
1 full buffet

1 Quick-Service Meal
Each quick-service meal includes:
1 entrée or 1 complete combo meal
1 dessert (lunch and dinner only)
1 single-serving, non-alcoholic beverage

1 Snack
Examples of snacks are: 1 frozen ice cream novelty, popsicle, fruit bar, popcorn scoop (single-serving box), single-serving bag of snacks, single piece of whole fruit, 20-oz. bottle of Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite or Dasani water, 22-oz. fountain soft drink or juice, 12-oz. coffee, hot chocolate or hot tea, single-serving prepackaged milk or juice.

Children ages 3-9 must order from a Children's Menu where available. Plan must be purchased for entire length of stay and for the entire party (ages 3+). Meals are non-transferable between party members and expire at midnight on day of check-out.

Disney Deluxe Dining Plan
With your Deluxe Disney Dining Plan, for each night of your package, each Guest in your party (ages 3 and up) receives:

3 Meals
Choose from select Walt Disney World Resort table-service or quick-service restaurants for all 3 of your meals.

Each adult or child table-service meal includes:
1 appetizer (lunch and dinner only), 1 entrée and 1 dessert (lunch and dinner only)
1 single-serving, non-alcoholic beverage
Or
1 full buffet

Each quick-service meal includes:
1 entrée or 1 complete combo meal
1 dessert (lunch and dinner only)
1 single-serving, non-alcoholic beverage

2 Snacks
Examples of snacks are:
1 frozen ice cream novelty, popsicle, fruit bar, popcorn scoop (single-serving box), single-serving bag of snacks, single piece of whole fruit, 20-oz. bottle of Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite or Dasani water, 22-oz. fountain soft drink or juice, 12-oz. coffee, hot chocolate or hot tea, single-serving prepackaged milk or juice.

Children ages 3-9 must order from a Children's Menu where available. Plan must be purchased for entire length of stay and for the entire party (ages 3+). Meals are non-transferable between party members and expire at midnight on day of check-out.

When you travel to worldwide destinations on an Adventures by Disney vacation you do much more than sightsee. You experience firsthand the people and cultures of the places you visit—and you do so with the service, VIP experiences and unique local opportunities you can only expect from Disney. Traveling with Adventures by Disney is about immersing yourself in the cultures, stories and people of the world—not worrying about the hassles usually associated with vacation travel. Discover some of what's included in your trip.

 

·         VIP Treatment - To travel with Adventures by Disney is to have access to the world. Whether it's a private tour of the Vatican museum or a dinner party in the Imperial Pavilion at the Vienna Zoo, your adventure will take you to unique locations as only Disney can. And with two Adventure Guides, you won't just visit exotic destinations, you'll experience them and become part of the story.

·         Hotels & Dining - From the outstanding accommodations that you and your family will call home to the savory local flavors that will dazzle your palate, you can be sure you will enjoy the Disney standards that you have come to expect from Disney throughout your Adventures by Disney vacation.

·         Activities & Admissions - Attention to detail is an Adventures by Disney trademark, including when it comes to details like tickets and admissions to the events, attractions and parks you and your family will visit on your adventure. We take care of all the little things so you can focus on what's in front of you, be it the breath-taking beauty of Alaska's Denali National Park or the works of the great masters in Florence's Uffizi Gallery.

·         Hassle-free Travel - Whether it's a short flight from Ayers Rock to Sydney, island hopping in Greece by ferry or a railroad ride through Alaska, we'll make sure that all travel with us throughout your Adventures by Disney vacation is easy and hassle-free with amenities that include luggage and concierge services.

 




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