Hi Everyone,
Thanks to all of you who stopped by our booth at the Dreams and Lifestyle Expo this weekend. Welcome to our weekly blog!
Resort Specials:
Dreams Puerto Adventuras, Riviera Maya: 3 nts. with air from Detroit starts at $539 per person and includes a $200 resort credit. Book by April 7 for travel May 2-June 26. All Inclusive.
Wyndham Sugar Bay Resort, St. Thomas, USVI: Blue Bay: 4 nts. with air from Detroit starts at $596 per person. Book by April 5 for travel Aug 25- October 31. Full American Breakfast. No passport needed for USVI.
Grand Palladium Jamaica: One of Jamaica's newest all-inclusives. 4 nts. with air from Detroit starts at $639 per person with a free room upgrade. Book by April 4 for travel April 13-June 30.
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Cruises
Azamara: This is an upscale cruise line. They are offering up to 2 for 1 fares on select sailings this spring and summer. 7 nt. Mediterranean, Verandah stateroom, @1049 per person from the May 2 sailing. 14 nt. Best of Italy, $1999 for Aug. 9 sailing.
Princess: Princess is promoting their Alaska sailings this summer with up to 2 for 1 fares and free upgrades from Oceanview to Verandah staterooms.
They are also offering upgrades from Inside staterooms to Oceanview on some of their Caribbean Fall sailings.
Royal Caribbean: 5 nt. Western Caribbean from $479 on the April 27 sailing.
Las Vegas
Monte Carlo: Rates from $59 per night with many perks but promotion ends on April 12. Party Package. (km)
MGM: Up to $100 off room depending on length of stay when you book a Southwest Vacation. Also receive free transportation to and from airport. Book by April 2 for travel through August 12. (km)
Bellagio: $99 rate for Sundays-Thursdays, $159 rate for Fridays and Saturdays through May 16.
Beaches BFF Girls Getaway
Beaches Resorts, a luxury all-inclusive, is offering a BFF Girls Getaways. Choice of April 30-May4 or October 15-19 at their Turks and Caicos Resort for $1149 per person. Food, lodging, wine and cheese party, dance lessons, snorkeling, Yoga and Pilates on the beach! Get your group together now! Includes a $200 spa certificate.
Fuller Group Travel
October 25: Danube Discovery
April 8, 2010: Best of Italy
Have a great week!
Lynn
Note: All rates subject to change without notice.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Weekly Travel Specials for Week of March 23, 2009
Hi Everyone,
The first quarter of each year for the cruise lines is called Wave Season. Typically, the cruise lines run a host of promotions during this period as much of the year's bookings take place during this time. Wave Season 2009 will end at the end of this month so if you are thinking that a cruise may be in your future, this is a great time to book to take advantage of some of the promotions.
A few of the more interesting cruise promotions:
Group Tours
A few weeks ago I mentioned that Collette Vacations was offering some very nice specials to our customers. These are wonderful trips but must be booked soon to receive the discounts.
April 8, 2010: Italy
We'll be participating in the Dreams and Lifestyles Expo this weekend at the Lansing Center. The Expo will run from 10am-8pm Saturday and 10am-6pm on Sunday. Hope to see you there.
Have a great week!
Lynn
All rates and offers are available as this blog is written but are subject to change at any time.
The first quarter of each year for the cruise lines is called Wave Season. Typically, the cruise lines run a host of promotions during this period as much of the year's bookings take place during this time. Wave Season 2009 will end at the end of this month so if you are thinking that a cruise may be in your future, this is a great time to book to take advantage of some of the promotions.
A few of the more interesting cruise promotions:
- NCL will have a one day sale on Wednesday, March 26. You can save up to 79% on the cost of a 2009 cruise.
- Royal Caribbean has partnered with Universal Studios and is offering a 3-7 nt. cruise in conjunction with a 3-4 day Universal stay either before or after your cruise.
- Last week I told you about the wonderful specials on two luxury lines: Oceania and Regent. They are truly great deals.
- Alaskan promotions are being offered by most of the major cruise lines.
- Marriott is offering a 4 nt. package starting at $349 at their resorts in St. Thomas, Puerto Rico, or St. Kitts. This includes air! They will also give you $100 off if it rains while you are there. Book by 3/22 for travel May3-October 31.
- Atlantis is continuing their Super Spring Break Sale with rates from $499 for 4 nts. If you book an air inclusive package, they will also give you a $200 air credit. Must book by 4/30 for travel by 5/31.
- Continental Airlines is offering an air/hotel package to Jamaica with a $300 savings. Book by 4/4 and travel by 9/30.
- Caribe Royale Orlando is an all-suite hotel near Walt Disney World. It is a beautiful resort that offers great rates, excellent service, and complimentary shuttles to Disney. They are offering rates as low as $99 per night for a 1 bedroom suite subject to availability.
- MGM's latest promotion is $85 room rate with a $50 activity credit. Promotion runs until August 31.
- Palace Station is offering special rates for 50% off.
- Las Vegas Hilton has an $85 rate with a $25 spa credit and a $25 match play credit.
Group Tours
A few weeks ago I mentioned that Collette Vacations was offering some very nice specials to our customers. These are wonderful trips but must be booked soon to receive the discounts.
- Italian Vistas, October 3-15, 2009 Deposit by April 15 and receive $250 off per person
- Italian Lakes and Greek Islands, June 12-23, 2009. Deposit by April 15 and receive $250 off per person
- Discover Switzerland, Austria, and Bavaria with Oberammergau's Passion Play, September 24-October 3, 2010. Deposit by May 15 and receive $200 off per person
Fuller Group Travel
October 25 Danube River CruiseApril 8, 2010: Italy
We'll be participating in the Dreams and Lifestyles Expo this weekend at the Lansing Center. The Expo will run from 10am-8pm Saturday and 10am-6pm on Sunday. Hope to see you there.
Have a great week!
Lynn
All rates and offers are available as this blog is written but are subject to change at any time.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Weekly Specials for Week of March 16, 2009
Hi Everyone,
I just returned from a Fuller Travel sponsored Girlfriend Getaway to Chicago where we enjoyed wonderful weather, made some great new friends, and experienced super shopping. Thanks to all of you who traveled with us. I hope you had a great time.
Cruise News:
Cruise passengers departing from US ports are now required to check in at least 90 minutes prior to their ship's scheduled departure time and anyone arriving later will likely be denied boarding. That's because cruise lines must submit the passenger manifest to the Department of Homeland Security for review at least 60 minutes prior to departure.
If you are flying to your departure port, consider the possibility of flight delays. Try to avoid booking the last flight that will make the scheduled departure time and if you are flying a long distance, consider arriving a day in advance. If you drive to your departure port, plan for rush hour, accidents or other situations that may snarl traffic on the way to the pier.
To be on the safe side, plan to arrive at the cruise pier no later than two full hours prior to the ship's scheduled departure time.
You've probably heard that Air Azul will begin operations in Lansing this June. Right now it looks as though they will offer flights to Baltimore and Newark at very low prices. Remember that both Baltimore and New York have cruise ports and are only a little over an hour away by air.
Carnival has a summer promotion that offers up to $240 back per person in onboard credits depending on the length of your cruise. Must book by 5/10/09 for select cruises between 5/24 and 9/4/09.
Princess Cruises is offering up to 2 for 1 pricing on some of their Alaskan sailings.
Holland America: Still looking for a spring break cruise? Cruise the Caribbean on a 7 day sailing from $549.
Celebrity is offering verandah cabins on their 4/5/09 Caribbean sailing for $799.
Royal Caribbean has a 5 nt. W. Caribbean next week for $359 and we're seeing 7 nt. W. Caribbean in the next two months for $649.
Remember that you must add taxes and fees to all the cruise fares.
Resort News
Atlantis Resort: This luxury resort in the Bahamas is offering a Super Spring Break Sale, Stay 4 nights for the price of 3. If you book an air-inclusive package they will also give you a $300 air credit. Book by 4/30/09 and travel by 5/3/09.
Future Vacations and Delta are offering a great vacation to the US Virgin Islands. They are offering a $300 air credit and a free companion air ticket when you book a package of 4 nights or more. They will also include a $50 dining coupon and a $50 attractions coupon. Book 3/15/09-10/15/09 for travel between 4/15/09-10/31/09.
Disney
Disney is beginning construction on two new cruise ships which will double their cruise capacity. The ships will be named Dreams and Fantasy.
The Dolphin and Swan Hotels located at Disney are offering a free night on your birthday if you book a 3 night stay. Remember Disney also offers free admission to the parks on your birthday this year.
Universal Orlando
Universal is getting ready to open their new Hollywood Rip Ride Rock It Roller Coaster. This new attraction reaches speeds of up to 65 mi. per hour and reaches a height of 17 stories above Universal Studios. If you are a coaster aficionado, this one's for you.
Apr. 23 Ireland
October 25 Danube River Cruise
April 8, 2010: Italy
Have a great week!
Lynn
I just returned from a Fuller Travel sponsored Girlfriend Getaway to Chicago where we enjoyed wonderful weather, made some great new friends, and experienced super shopping. Thanks to all of you who traveled with us. I hope you had a great time.
Cruise News:
Cruise passengers departing from US ports are now required to check in at least 90 minutes prior to their ship's scheduled departure time and anyone arriving later will likely be denied boarding. That's because cruise lines must submit the passenger manifest to the Department of Homeland Security for review at least 60 minutes prior to departure.
If you are flying to your departure port, consider the possibility of flight delays. Try to avoid booking the last flight that will make the scheduled departure time and if you are flying a long distance, consider arriving a day in advance. If you drive to your departure port, plan for rush hour, accidents or other situations that may snarl traffic on the way to the pier.
To be on the safe side, plan to arrive at the cruise pier no later than two full hours prior to the ship's scheduled departure time.
You've probably heard that Air Azul will begin operations in Lansing this June. Right now it looks as though they will offer flights to Baltimore and Newark at very low prices. Remember that both Baltimore and New York have cruise ports and are only a little over an hour away by air.
Carnival has a summer promotion that offers up to $240 back per person in onboard credits depending on the length of your cruise. Must book by 5/10/09 for select cruises between 5/24 and 9/4/09.
Princess Cruises is offering up to 2 for 1 pricing on some of their Alaskan sailings.
Holland America: Still looking for a spring break cruise? Cruise the Caribbean on a 7 day sailing from $549.
Celebrity is offering verandah cabins on their 4/5/09 Caribbean sailing for $799.
Royal Caribbean has a 5 nt. W. Caribbean next week for $359 and we're seeing 7 nt. W. Caribbean in the next two months for $649.
Remember that you must add taxes and fees to all the cruise fares.
Resort News
Atlantis Resort: This luxury resort in the Bahamas is offering a Super Spring Break Sale, Stay 4 nights for the price of 3. If you book an air-inclusive package they will also give you a $300 air credit. Book by 4/30/09 and travel by 5/3/09.
Future Vacations and Delta are offering a great vacation to the US Virgin Islands. They are offering a $300 air credit and a free companion air ticket when you book a package of 4 nights or more. They will also include a $50 dining coupon and a $50 attractions coupon. Book 3/15/09-10/15/09 for travel between 4/15/09-10/31/09.
Disney
Disney is beginning construction on two new cruise ships which will double their cruise capacity. The ships will be named Dreams and Fantasy.
The Dolphin and Swan Hotels located at Disney are offering a free night on your birthday if you book a 3 night stay. Remember Disney also offers free admission to the parks on your birthday this year.
Universal Orlando
Universal is getting ready to open their new Hollywood Rip Ride Rock It Roller Coaster. This new attraction reaches speeds of up to 65 mi. per hour and reaches a height of 17 stories above Universal Studios. If you are a coaster aficionado, this one's for you.
Fuller Group Travel
Apr. 23 Ireland
October 25 Danube River Cruise
April 8, 2010: Italy
Have a great week!
Lynn
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Weekly Specials, Week of Mar. 8
Hi Everyone,
Thanks to all of you who stopped by our booth at the DeltaSide Expo on Saturday. We had a great day and it was nice to see all of you.
Resorts
Cruise News
Celebrity: I saw a few great fares advertised by Celebrity this week:
Royal Caribbean is offering a 5 nt. cruise, oceanview cabin for $549. sailing Mar. 28.
The luxury cruise lines, Oceania and Regent, are both offering great sales.
Regent is offering free air plus free shore excursions and some sailings have 2 for 1 pricing. Book by March 31.
Oceania has 2 for 1 fares and free airfare on some of their sailings. Again, you must book by March 31. If you've ever dreamed of trying one of these luxury lines, there is no better time.
Disney
Time is running out for Disney's big Buy Four, Get Three Free Promotion. Must book by March 29 for select dates until mid-August.
Many people have commented on their frustration with trying to book Disney rooms for a large family. There are several options to solve that problem but two of the best are the Cabins at Ft. Wilderness and the new Treehouse Villas located at Saratoga Springs Resort. Years ago Disney had Villas and they moved away from them. They are bringing them back and they are spacious. They have three bedrooms and sleep nine!
Group Tours
Collette Vacations is offering 3 very nice vacations at a special price for Fuller Travel clients:
Apr. 23 Ireland
October 25 Danube River Cruise
April 8, 2010: Italy
Have a great week!
Lynn
Thanks to all of you who stopped by our booth at the DeltaSide Expo on Saturday. We had a great day and it was nice to see all of you.
Resorts
- Several wholesalers are promoting the Best of Barbados: 7 nts. with air from select cities for $399. They are also offering $100 rebate if it rains while you are on vacation! Travel May1-July 15 and Sept. 1-Dec. 8.
- Sandals Resorts: Future Vacations is offering up to 60% off plus 1 night free at Sandals in several locations across the Caribbean.
- Want to stay in the country but really like to go someplace warm? The Pink Shell Beach Resort and Spa is offering one free night when you book a 3 nt. stay in one of their condos overlooking Fr. Myers Beach. Offer ends 3/13/09
Cruise News
Celebrity: I saw a few great fares advertised by Celebrity this week:
- April 5 Sailing out of Fr. Lauderdale: Balcony stateroom, $899 Eastern Caribbean
- March 29 or April 12 sailing: Concierge level: $949
Royal Caribbean is offering a 5 nt. cruise, oceanview cabin for $549. sailing Mar. 28.
The luxury cruise lines, Oceania and Regent, are both offering great sales.
Regent is offering free air plus free shore excursions and some sailings have 2 for 1 pricing. Book by March 31.
Oceania has 2 for 1 fares and free airfare on some of their sailings. Again, you must book by March 31. If you've ever dreamed of trying one of these luxury lines, there is no better time.
Disney
Time is running out for Disney's big Buy Four, Get Three Free Promotion. Must book by March 29 for select dates until mid-August.
Many people have commented on their frustration with trying to book Disney rooms for a large family. There are several options to solve that problem but two of the best are the Cabins at Ft. Wilderness and the new Treehouse Villas located at Saratoga Springs Resort. Years ago Disney had Villas and they moved away from them. They are bringing them back and they are spacious. They have three bedrooms and sleep nine!
Group Tours
Collette Vacations is offering 3 very nice vacations at a special price for Fuller Travel clients:
- Italian Vistas, October 3-15, 2009 Deposit by April 15 and receive $250 off per person
- Italian Lakes and Greek Islands, June 12-23, 2009. Deposit by April 15 and receive $250 off per person
- Discover Switzerland, Austria, and Bavaria with Oberammergau's Passion Play, September 24-October 3, 2010. Deposit by May 15 and receive $200 off per person
Fuller Group Travel
Apr. 23 Ireland
October 25 Danube River Cruise
April 8, 2010: Italy
Have a great week!
Lynn
Monday, March 2, 2009
Hi Everyone,
I just received the following info regarding the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative:
New US Land and Sea Paperwork Rules Start June 1
"U.S. Officials announced yesterday that they're ready to enforce new Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) rules for citizenship and identity documents at America's land and sea borders starting June 1. On that date, travelers must begin showing WHTI-compliant documents such as passports, passport cards, trusted traveler cards, and enhanced driver's licenses (British Columbia, New York, Vermont, and Washington State, at this time) to enter the United States.
Courtesy: U.S. State Department
Word to the wise: Get those passports!!
Spring Break is almost here! There is still some availability on vacation packages. If you haven't decided where you want to go yet, give me a call for some really good options.
If you are traveling to Florida, want to go to Disney, but don't want to stay there, check out the Gaylord Palms Resort. It is a luxury resort only a mile from Disney and right now have a promotion with room rates as low as $119 per night.
Several Las Vegas Hotels are offering promotions but here are a couple:
Circus, Circus: $26. midweek, $65 weekend
Planet Hollywood: 2 nts. from $89
Bahamas
Purchase an air-inclusive Grand Bahama vacation at select resorts for 4 nights or longer and receive an instant $200 rebate. Must book by 4/16 and travel by 12/15.
Cruises
Give me a call for cruise options. They are changing daily! Many of the cruise lines are offering specials ranging from onboard credits, to free upgrades, to reduced deposits.
We are getting ready for the DeltaSide Business Expo this Saturday. It's at Waverly High School from 10:00am-3:00pm. It's free! We'll have all kinds of travel brochures and info so stop by and say hi.
Fuller Group Travel
Ireland: April 23, 2009
Danube: October 25, 2009
Italy: April 8, 2010
Check out current trips on our website for itineraries for all of the above.
Have a great week!
Lynn
I just received the following info regarding the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative:
New US Land and Sea Paperwork Rules Start June 1
"U.S. Officials announced yesterday that they're ready to enforce new Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) rules for citizenship and identity documents at America's land and sea borders starting June 1. On that date, travelers must begin showing WHTI-compliant documents such as passports, passport cards, trusted traveler cards, and enhanced driver's licenses (British Columbia, New York, Vermont, and Washington State, at this time) to enter the United States.
Courtesy: U.S. State Department
Word to the wise: Get those passports!!
Spring Break is almost here! There is still some availability on vacation packages. If you haven't decided where you want to go yet, give me a call for some really good options.
If you are traveling to Florida, want to go to Disney, but don't want to stay there, check out the Gaylord Palms Resort. It is a luxury resort only a mile from Disney and right now have a promotion with room rates as low as $119 per night.
Several Las Vegas Hotels are offering promotions but here are a couple:
Circus, Circus: $26. midweek, $65 weekend
Planet Hollywood: 2 nts. from $89
Bahamas
Purchase an air-inclusive Grand Bahama vacation at select resorts for 4 nights or longer and receive an instant $200 rebate. Must book by 4/16 and travel by 12/15.
Cruises
Give me a call for cruise options. They are changing daily! Many of the cruise lines are offering specials ranging from onboard credits, to free upgrades, to reduced deposits.
We are getting ready for the DeltaSide Business Expo this Saturday. It's at Waverly High School from 10:00am-3:00pm. It's free! We'll have all kinds of travel brochures and info so stop by and say hi.
Fuller Group Travel
Ireland: April 23, 2009
Danube: October 25, 2009
Italy: April 8, 2010
Check out current trips on our website for itineraries for all of the above.
Have a great week!
Lynn
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