Tuesday, September 29, 2015

WIFI AT SEA


All Carnival Corp. Ships to Get Sophisticated Wi-fi, More Internet Package Choices


Carnival Corps' upgrades will drastically improve mobile data access at sea.
All of the ships owned by Carnival Corporation's 10 brands, including Carnival, Princess, Holland America, Cunard, P&O and others, are being outfitted with a state-of-the-art satellite communications system that will drastically improve passengers' ability to stay connected at sea.
Installation of the WiFi@Sea system, which bumps up Wi-fi capability and Internet bandwidth, has already taken place on 30 ships across the company's fleets, including AIDA, Carnival and Holland America. All ships will receive the new infrastructure through 2016, and 40 percent will have it by the end of 2015, the company said.
In addition, the cruise lines will be adding flat-rate Internet packages that focus more on how passengers use Wi-fi instead of simply time on online. While each cruise line has some leeway in what they offer and how the offerings are priced, all of the ships will have Internet packages that charge a flat rate for social media usage, said Reza Rasoulian, vice president of global connectivity and shipboard technology operations for Carnival Corporation.
"People don't want to be restricted to time," he said. "Our goal is to give passengers exactly what they want."
Several ships have already trialed the plans, Rasoulian said. Holland America's Westerdam, for example, has three Internet packages available: Social, which limits usage to eight social media sites; Enhanced, which allows broader Internet use; and Premiere, which allows for the use of music streaming and videoconferencing apps like Skype.
"The guest surveys we see are unanimous," Rasoulian said in an interview. "We have so many positive comments. More folks are getting connected, and there's more awareness of the ability to more affordably access the Internet."
Making sure that passengers can use the same applications on sea that they do on land -- such as Skype to stay in touch or video streaming to stay entertained -- is a major factor in improving passenger satisfaction, Rasoulian said. "It was frustrating to guests when we blocked that content."
Rasoulian noted that the technological improvements go beyond simply increasing bandwidth. The company has built a complex system across more than 31 satellite networks that each ship will be able to access, depending on their locations. "[No other line] is doing this on this scale," he said.
Besides passenger satisfaction, the company hopes that better accessibility to social media will be a natural marketing tool. "It's delightful to give people an ability to share," Rasoulian said. The company also hopes that it removes a barrier for potential cruisers who might be concerned about staying connected while onboard.
The ships that already have the faster Wi-fi include Carnival Freedom, Carnival Breeze, Carnival Sunshine, Carnival Ecstasy, Carnival Sensation, Carnival Paradise, Carnival Fascination, Carnival Victory, Carnival Elation, Carnival Pride, Carnival Imagination, Carnival Inspiration, Carnival Glory, Carnival Conquest, Carnival Splendor, Carnival Magic, Carnival Triumph, Carnival Valor, Carnival Fantasy, Carnival Liberty, Holland America Westerdam, and nine AIDA ships.
Sourse:  Cruise Critic.

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‘Star Wars’: Coming to a Theme Park Near You - Disneyland and DisneyWorld

‘Star Wars’: 

Coming to a Theme Park Near You


The seventh film in the “Star Wars” franchise, “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” won’t open until December, but already its droids, Jedis and Stormtroopers are flooding the travel world via new “Star Wars” theme park attractions, custom jets and a related museum.

In mid-August, Disney announced that it will build “Star Wars”-themed areas at two of its parks, Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif., and Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Fla. At 14 acres each, the “Star Wars” lands will feature two signature attractions, a ride based on the starship Millennium Force from the earliest “Star Wars” releases, and an “experience” that places visitors in a space battle between the First Order and the Resistance, which references the coming trilogy. Disney has not announced an opening date, though construction will begin in 2016.

The two parks will also refresh their existing Star Tours, featuring characters and locations from the new film, later this year. And in early 2016, Season of the Force, a new seasonal fan event, will be held atDisneyland. The themed weekend will be capped by fireworks set to the John Williams film soundtrack.

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Star Wars

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Thursday, September 17, 2015

JAMAICA SECRETS ST. JAMES

VERY SPECIAL CLIENTS CELEBRATING THEIR 1ST ANNIVERSARY JUST RETURNED FROM SECRETS ST. JAMES IN JAMAICA

Here are some of their great photos

Thank you Lynn and Ken!!

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                      Secrets St. James       
Secrets St. James Pool
Secrets St. James
Secrets St. James view from balcony
Secrets St. James
Secrets St. James
Blue Mccaw
Blue McCaw
Secrets St. James
Secrets St. James beach
sand crab
Sand Crab
room service
Room Service!
 
      
Bob Marley Drink

Bob Marley Drink 
         Secrets St. James Japanese restaurante                
Japanese Restaurant
Dirty Monkey
Dirty Monkey



  
romantic dinner
Romantic Dinner

                           Dolphin swm
Dolphin Swim
View of ocean
Ocean











Lynn and Ken
sunset
Jamaica Sunset
Jamaica Sunset



TSA ENDS FREE PASSES TO AIRPORT PRE-CHECK LINES



TSA ENDS FREE PASSES TO AIRPORT PRE-CHECK LINES
by Daniel McCarthy / 
The TSA on Monday pulled the plug on its controversial but traveler-friendly Managed Inclusion Program, which allowed frequent travelers to use the PreCheck security lines at airports without paying the fee.
The Transportation Security Administration’s PreCheck program is now officially phased out from all airports nationwide. 

TSA had been allowing passengers deemed “low-risk” to use the expedited security lanes in order to speed up the security process. Passengers could save time—and money—if they were lucky enough to be cleared to use the PreCheck lanes without paying the $85 application fee. 

Passengers in the TSA PreCheck line don’t need to remove shoes, belts, or light jackets and can keep laptops and 3-1-1 liquids in their bags. The program is available in more than 150 airports nationwide and most major American carriers participate, including American, Delta, and United.
The TSA in June said it would be phasing out the program over security concerns. A March Homeland Security report revealed that a convicted felon and former member of a domestic terrorist group using the Managed Inclusion Program had cleared the PreCheck lanes, though he was identified and re-screened before boarding the plane.

In April, Reps. Bennie Thompson, John Katko, and Kathleen Rice introduced the bipartisan Securing Expedited Screening Act in Congress, aimed at eliminating “serious security vulnerabilities” at airport screenings. The TSA then announced that it would phase out the program. 

A TSA representative from Orlando International Airport, speaking off the record, confirmed that the program ended nationwide this week, saying: “It’s accurate in that we are no longer conducting a security process called Managed Inclusion ll. It allowed some travelers to have their hands tested while in line, in addition to other layers of security. They were then referred to the TSA Pre Check line. This process has been eliminated nationwide."
Travel consultant Susan Thomas of Travel and Transport Inc. also told TMR that TSA announced the cancellation of the program to travelers at Chicago O’Hare airport last week.

Travel agents might want to warn clients who are accustomed to using the PreCheck line that they will no longer be able to do so unless they officially enroll in the program, pay the $85 application fee, and complete an in-person interview at one of the 330 application centers around the country. Once a traveler is enrolled, PreCheck status is valid for five years.
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Tuesday, September 15, 2015

PRINCESS CRUISE FROM ROME TO BARCELONA

Recently very good friends of mine returned from their special Anniversary getaway.

 Here are a few photos they sent to me to share with you.

PRINCESS CRUISE FROM ROME TO BARCELONA  


Hotel Victoria Roma

Pre-night in Rome at the Hotel Victoria Roma
St. Peter's Square

ST. PETER'S SQUARE


Statue of David

REPLICA STATUE OF DAVID
Spanish Steps in Rome

SPANISH STEPS IN ROME

Emerald Princess

EMERALD PRINCESS
Dessert on Emerald Princess

DESSERT ON EMERALD PRINCESS


Bridge of the Emerald Princess

BRIDGE OF THE EMERALD PRINCESS 
Plaza Genoa Fountain

PLAZA GENOA FOUNTAIN 
St. Anthony Statue in Sorrento

ST. ANTHONY STATUE IN SORRENTO

Ponte Vecchio Bridge in Florence

PONTE VECCHIO BRIDGE IN FLORENCE


TONY AND KATHY 
 THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH FOR SHARING SOME OF YOUR PHOTOS OF THIS MEMORABLE ANNIVERSARY GETAWAY!

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Monday, September 14, 2015

GRAND FIESTA AMERICANA PUERTO VALLARTA - ADULTS ONLY


GRAND FIESTA AMERICANA PUERTO VALLARTA 
ADULTS ONLY ALL-INCLUSIVE RESORT
OPENS SOON!


Grand Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta
GRAND FIESTA AMERICANA PUERTO VALLARTA

September 16 marks the opening day of the all-inclusive, adults-only Grand Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta and a new era in Puerto Vallarta's luxury hotel offerings. Offering 443 modern and spacious suites, the property sets the stage for a romantic getaway a couple will not soon forget. 
Located on Banderas Bay, a stunning stretch of Pacific coastline just west of the tropical rain-forests of the Sierra Madre Mountains, the Grand Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive Adults Only is a short drive from the airport and minutes from the historic, downtown district known as the Romance District. Here, couples can stroll hand in hand along the charming cobblestone streets and explore the nearby, world-famous malecon boardwalk, which boasts a dazzling array of shops, galleries and restaurants. And, the well-known Arcos de Vallarta are just a stone's throw away and well worth the visit.



Each spacious, oceanfront suite features a private balcony, some with a separate living area, and tasteful appointments. Couples celebrating a special occasion or who will settle for nothing but the very best may wish to stay in one of suites on the exclusive Grand Floor. Taking up three private floors, this select enclave offers private check-in and a host of special amenities. Better still -- most suitescome equipped with their own Jacuzzis.
For couples who take their pampering seriously there is the Haixa Spa, where guests can relax and rejuvenate while availing themselves of the many services designed to restore body and mind. From the spa’s steam room and sauna to the hydrotherapy pools and Jacuzzi to the series of temperature controlled showers, guests will find their cares slipping away. And when it's time to work off that indulgent dessert, the resort's fitness center is definitely the place to head, thanks to a full complement of the latest workout equipment and knowledgeable personal trainers.
Those who like to get fit outdoors or who just like a good old-fashioned adrenaline rush will not want to miss the chance to take part in some of the area's extreme sports offerings such as rainforest hikes, rappelling and ziplining, all just a short drive away.
With numerous restaurants serving the very best in sophisticated national and international cuisine, the resort has something guaranteed to please even the most refined palate. The trendy Serrano Station services up tapas while Yuu is the place to go for Asian Fusion. Giuletta's Mediterranean offerings and Rojo Corazon with its modern take on traditional Mexican food are perfect for dining under the stars. Looking for something more casual?
The poolside and beach bars are ideal for a quick, delicious meal al fresco. After sunset, couples may want to step up the pace at the hip lobby bar or one of three concept lounges (Martini, Tequila and Mojito). The beat goes on at the Divina Skybar, where DJs are spinning the latest chill and house music.
Whether it’s to celebrate a special occasion or because every day together is a reason to celebrate, the Grand Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta is the ideal setting.
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Saturday, September 5, 2015

FAMILY FUN AT JEWEL RUNAWAY BAY BEACH RESORT AND WATERPARK

Family Fun at the Jewel Runaway Bay Resort 

In Jamaica

This resort is recognized by TripAdvisor as a top choice for families

Jewel Runaway Bay Water Park
Water Park at Jewel Runaway Bay
As a couple you loved romantic vacations in Jamaica. Quiet days spent relaxing in your lounge chair, waves lapping at your feet, while you contentedly sipped a tropical cocktail and caught up on the latest New York Times Best Seller. A couple’s massage beachside, a few romantic dinners and some adventure thrown in for good measure, and you had the ideal vacation. Three kids later, you may be thinking that your perfect Caribbean vacations are a thing of the past. Think again. Jewel Runaway Bay Resort was recently named as one of the Top Hotels for Families in the Caribbean, by  TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards for Hotels in 2015.
Rooms have two twin beds or one king bed, safe and patio or balcony.  A variety of upgraded rooms, including Plunge Pool Rooms, are available. Beach: There are two private white sand beaches, totaling a 1/4 mile of beach with beautiful dive sites.

Jewel Runaway Bay Resort
Jewel Runaway Bay Resort
The 266-room all-inclusive resort, located just minutes from the Green Grotto Caves, offers a host of activities families can do together. From watersports, such as kayaking, snorkeling, glass-bottom boat rides (Kids Club) and Hobie Cat rides  to beach volleyball, tennis and hiking, there’s more than enough to keep even the most high-spirited kid entertained. And what better way to bond as a family than with shared adventures such as swimming with the dolphins, exploring the Green Grotto Caves, zip lining or following in the footsteps of the famed Jamaican bobsledding team at the Bobsled Jamaica attraction?Scott Robbins, Jewel Runaway Bay's general manager, explains: “Every day is family day here at the resort, from our hour by hour activities program to our Red Ruby Ranch to our championship Runaway Bay Golf Club and now to the newly opened Jewel Lagoon Water Park…the only challenge for our guests is not enough time to enjoy everything!”
The Jewel Lagoon Water Park may quite possibly be the piece de resistance for any  youngster--and for those simply young at heart . This water park, with a 5,000-square-foot oceanfront sundeck and  zero-entry beach lagoon (complete with geysers), is the perfect place to spend some quality time together as a family. Everyone will love the splash-down pools and lazy river, complete with rock grottos and waterfalls. Kids will thrill to the multi-level kids slides and splash zone, and the entire family will enjoy zipping along the speed slide and the family raft ride. All that adventure will work up an appetite. Luckily, the water park features a dining area with full-service bar and grill. Private cabanas are available for rent when it's time to take a break from the action.
And when mom and dad need some down time, there's The Jewel Runaway Bay Kids’ Club, which features five programs for kids from 18 months to 17 years old that are both fun and educational. Archery, hay rides, laser tag, basketball, tennis and movie nights make up a just a small sampling of the activities on offer. Located just off the lobby, Jewel Runaway Bay's Kid Lounge features board games and a daily activity board, listing the day's excursions and programs for children 11 and older. All activities are overseen by gem counselors, trained in first aid, CPR and AED, so parents can relax and enjoy their time in the sun. On-site nannies mean parents can extend their fun well into the evening.
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SPIRIT GIRLS NIGHT OUT "IF THE SHOE FITS" OCT 8


SPIRIT GIRLS NIGHT OUT 
"IF THE SHOE FITS" 
OCT 8



TRAVEL FOR YOU  is a proud Retail Partner of Spirit of Women and will be participating in:

SPIRIT GIRLS NIGHT OUT "IF THE SHOE FITS"

Presented by St. Luke's Hospital Spirit of Women
Thursday, October 8
5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
St. Louis Marriott West
660 Maryville Center Drive
St. Louis, MO 63141

You don't have to be Cinderella to find your perfect "fit" when it comes to achieving your best health. Whether it be finding a physician or learning healthy habits that fit your lifestyle, we will help you discover how living "healthfully" ever after isn't just a fairy tale.

Have a "Ball"
Enjoy food, cocktails and dessert
Shop for something charming in the boutique
Feel like the princess with mini-makeovers and mini-massages
Learn something new with free health screenings and physician discussions
Enter to win fabulous prizes

Come visit our booth to hear about "girls getaways", "spa trips", "romantic getaways", "honeymoons" and more.  Also register to win a prize!

Click on the LINK to Register:
REGISTRATION

To learn more about St. Luke's Hospital Spirit of Women and to become a member go to:
SPIRIT OF WOMEN

Early bird rate: $25 ($30 after October 1)
Questions? Call 314-205-6706. 

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Thursday, September 3, 2015

A PASSPORT CRISIS IS COMING - CHECK YOUR PASSPORT EXPIRATION DATE!


The passport “crisis” of 2007 is about to return in 2016, according to a senior government official, speaking at the recent ASTA Global Convention in Washington D.C.

CHECK YOUR PASSPORT EXPIRATION DATE!

Passport

Nearly a decade ago, new requirements mandating Americans to have passports for travel to Mexico and Canada led to a surge in applications and a backlog in processing the documents.
With many of those documents set to expire over the next 24 months, coupled with an increase in Americans traveling abroad (today 125 million U.S. citizens have passports), Brenda Sprague, deputy assistant secretary of Passport Services at the U.S. State Department, said, “If I haven’t scared you to death, I haven’t accomplished my mission.”
Sprague spoke during the ASTA’s first Global Travel Exchange, an event aimed at connecting international ASTA members with U.S. members.
She warned travel advisors to make sure the first thing they ask clients about the status of their current passports.
Renew—or apply—ASAP
Agents should advise clients to take care of passport renewals as soon as possible or, for those seeking a passport for the first time, to apply for one right away, Sprague said.
In addition to saving expedited processing fees, getting clients ahead of the curve will ensure they are not disappointed by not receiving their passports in time for their trips, she added.
Sprague also noted that it’s not true that there’s a specific waiting period before a passport expires before people can seek a renewal.
Another issue is that next January citizens who run out of visa pages will have to obtain a new passport instead of having additional pages inserted. Two options will be available: either 28 or 52 pages with no difference in cost.
Sprague noted that more than 90% of passports that are returned have less than two pages used.
Many countries require passports be valid for six months on arrival, so agents should check on this. Agents should also be aware that passports for children under 16 are valid only for five years.
Passport season
In the past “passport [application and renewal] season” began in mid-January, peaked in March and then ran steadily through August before trailing off, said Sprague.
Since last year, the trend has been for it to continue rising throughout the year. “This summer, it never slowed down,” Sprague noted.
While passports aren’t required for cruises that begin and end in U.S. ports, Sprague said agents should encourage clients to obtain passports anyway, noting that people may get sick or injured when visiting ports and have to fly back.
And when clients lose their passports, agents should have them check thoroughly before reporting it because once the passport is reported missing, it can’t be reinstated even if it’s found, Sprague said.

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