Greetings!
Welcome to our November Newsletter. We hope you're enjoying the fall! We just returned from a family vacation in Myrtle Beach. The leaves are beginning to change, and the weather is getting cooler. It's a great time to let us start planning your next vacation.
Has the thought of seeing the autumn colors got you longing for a trip to New England? Check out our j
ust added
New York to Montreal cruise aboard the elegant Oceania Riviera. Start planning now for this sailing from October 19-30, 2019. Enjoy 11 nights, visiting spectacular ports like Newport, Boston and Bar Harbor, and continuing on to Saint John and Halifax to name a few. See all the details of this amazing cruise below.
If you've ever dreamed of visiting Australia and taking a cruise exploring New Zealand, see our
just added
13-Day Princess Cruise round trip from Sydney. Visit some breathtaking sights, like Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound, with cliffs that soar a mile high to Mitre Peak. Marvel at the rainforest and graceful waterfalls. This cruise goes to so many beautiful places! Read more about it below.
Alaska is one of our favorite cruises! Be sure to see the
just added
Anchorage to Vancouver cruise from September 14-21, 2019. This 7-Day adventure takes you to scenic sites, including Glacier Bay National Park, Juneau and Ketchikan in the luxury of the Golden Princess. We know you'll love the way Princess shows you Alaska!
Speaking of Princess Cruises, the 3 for Free promotion is effective now through November 19th, 2018 on select cruises and cruisetours sailing Summer 2019 to Spring 2020.
Contact us today
to book your cruise and receive a Free stateroom location upgrade, Free gratuities and Free on board spending money (valued at up to $200 per guest).
Our
Destinations
section this month features Rome, Italy, the origination point of our recently added North Italy Tour, October 4-17, 2019. Why not arrive a few days before the tour begins and see all of the wonders of Rome? It's a beautiful and fascinating city, rich in culture, iconic buildings and museums. We hope you enjoy reading more about it!
Have you wondered which cell phone apps you should have that could really help you when you travel? Read
Travel Tips Corner
this month and see how to make travel easier by having these apps installed and ready to use for your next trip!
There's still
very
limited availability to
Join Us
for the once in a decade, 11-Day escorted tour:
Oberammergau Passion Play
with Danube River Cruise from Budapest, Hungary to Regensburg, Germany. This incredible adventure begins on August 4th, 2020. Please see below for more details, and
contact us today
so we can reserve your space and assure that you can join us. If you miss it, you won't be able to see it again until 2030. We hope to see you on this exciting trip!
Would you like to book air, hotels, rental cars and more 24/7? Click
here
to go to our website to check prices and availability, or call us at 909-980-6040.
Did you miss any of our previous newsletters? You
can still view them by clicking
here.
There are many trips to choose from, or
contact us today
and we'll plan your own personalized vacation!
Happy travels,
Betty & Frank Villani
(909) 980-6040
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Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
February 2 - 9, 2019
All Inclusive!
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Punta Cana Adventure: TRS Turquesa Hotel, all-inclusive, Adults Only, with Junior Suite accommodations. This stunning, elegant, and sophisticated property is located on a beautiful white sand beach amid a sea of Coconut Palms. Round-trip air from LAX or other gateway cities. TRS Turquesa guests also have complimentary access to all of the restaurants and services at the adjacent Grand Palladium Palace Resort & Spa, the Grand Palladium Resort Spa & Casino, and the Grand Palladium Bavaro Suites Resort and Spa. Grand Palladium guests do not have access to the TRS Turquesa restaurants. Airport transfers are included.
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Panama Canal
Ocean to Ocean!
15 Days, 7 Ports
Fort Lauderdale to
Los Angeles
March 2 - 17, 2019
Sail to these beautiful ports on this amazing cruise onboard the Coral Princess!
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Los Angeles (Long Beach) - Ensenada April 5 - 8, 2019
Weekend Getaway Friday-Monday
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Looking for a fun weekend getaway? Take this Baja Mexico cruise from Long Beach round trip to Ensenada. Enjoy a fun day at sea and a day in beautiful Ensenada aboard the Carnival Inspiration (below). This cruise is perfect for a long weekend!
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Lima - Cusco - Machu Picchu
April 13 - 21, 2019
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Have you always dreamed of visiting Peru and Machu Picchu? Then this amazing tour, round trip from Lima, is for you!
Your Lima sightseeing features the San Francisco Monastery (below) along with the Plaza de Armas to see the Government Palace and the Cathedral. The tour is from April 14 - 20; we added a pre-tour and a post-tour night so you have extra time to enjoy Lima!
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Fly from Lima to Cusco where you will be whisked into the Sacred Valley of the Incas where you will learn about the importance of the camelids in this area and see the ancient weaving techniques still in use today at Awanakancha.
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After time to explore the famous Indian market of Pisac, settle into your lush mountain-side hotel. Take the train through Urubamba Valley and spend a day at the impressive Machu Picchu ruins. Your tour of this ancient site reveals the many mysteries shrouded high in t
he clouds and rainforest. On your return to Cusco, your sightseeing tour includes visits to Sacsayhuaman, built in the early 12th century, and the Kenko Temple.
These are just some of the many highlights you'll see on your Peru dream vacation!
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Join Us!
April 14 - 21, 2019
Los Angeles to Los Angeles
7-Day Mexican Riviera
Imagine BLISS!
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Sail with us to the Mexican Riviera aboard NCLs newest and most incredible ship, Norwegian Bliss. Custom-built for the spectacular, Norwegian Bliss features a revolutionary Observation Lounge for you to soak in every stunning moment, such as dolphins splashing through warm turquoise waters. Come aboard and experience the best dining, entertainment and amenities at sea against a backdrop of unrivaled natural beauty.
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Ala
Alaska Cruisetour
12 Days, 5 Ports
5 Nights on Land
Fairbanks to Vancouvera
September 2 - 14, 2019
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Start your Alaska adventure in Fairbanks with a 5-night land tour. Travel by scenic motorcoach to Denali National Park and stay at the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge, the Mt McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge, then on to Anchorage to begin your cruise!
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Visit 5 incredible ports:
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Alaska
7 Days 3 Ports
Anchorage to Vancouver
September 14 - 21, 2019
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13 Day New Zealand Cruise
Round Trip from Sydney
September 30 - October 13, 2019
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Enjoy yourself aboard the Majestic Princess (the newest member of the fleet) as you explore New Zealand on this beautiful cruise! Visit some amazing sites, including Fiordland National Park, New Zealand's largest national park, Dunedin "the Edinburgh of New Zealand" and Akaroa, with a distinctly French flair. Marvel at Tauranga on the Bay of Plenty before sailing into beautiful Auckland. All of this and more awaits you on this incredible adventure!
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North Italy Tour
14 Days 12 Nights
October 4 - 17, 2019
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Live your dream of experiencing Italy on this fully planned and escorted tour! You'll begin your Italian journey in Rome, with sightseeing that includes the Colosseum, Vatican City, the Sistine Chapel and more. Continue to many beautiful destinations, with overnight stays in Sorrento, Florence, Venice and Milan. This is a very special tour that will allow you to enjoy all the best of Italy!
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For the complete tour itinerary, please click
HERE
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New England Cruise
New York to Montreal
October 19 - 30, 2019
11 Nights
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The coastlines of New England and Canada are never more vibrant than in the fall, so on this voyage aboard the Oceania Riviera, you can explore historic cities and coastal towns when the shores are at their most scenic.
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Visit these beautiful ports:
New York (embark)
Newport, RI | Boston |
Bar Harbor | Saint John (Bay of Fundy) New Brunswick, Canada |
Halifax | Sydney | Charlottetown | Quebec City | Montreal (disembark)
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Australia Queensland Cruise
10 Days - 5 Ports
October 23 - November 2, 2019
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Cruise around the east coast of Australia aboard the Ruby Princess, round trip from Sydney, visiting these breathtaking ports:
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Join Us!
Southeast Asia
11 Days - 6 Ports
January 7 - 18, 2020
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Join Us!
on board the Sapphire Princess as we explore these beautiful ports of Southeast Asia!
Contact us today
and don't miss this chance to experience the magnificence of Southeast Asia with us!
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Join Us!
Oberammergau Passion Play with Danube River Cruise
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August 4 - 20, 2020
11 Day Cruisetour
aboard the Monarch Empress with Oberammergau Passion Play!
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This amazing escorted tour includes 9 nights accommodations: 7 nights outside cabin aboard the Monarch Empress, and 2 nights Oberammergau region - Parkhotel am Soiersee, Bad Bayersoien, Germany, river and port charges of $190 per person, cruise and hotel porterage, 25 meals (10 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 9 dinners), shore excursions and entrance fees (per itinerary), and Category 1 Passion Play seating!
Land prices for for Category C & D staterooms (2nd level of the ship) start at $4199 per person. A deposit of $500 per person is required and reservations are subject to availability, so
c
ontact us today
for reservations or more information.
Click
HERE
for complete details!
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Once in a Decade - Oberammergau Passion Play
The play that's been a tradition for the past 380 years continues, beginning in May, 2020 in Oberammergau, located on the edge of the Bavarian Alps in Germany. It's only there every 10 years! Click on the video below to see highlights from the 2010 play.
Contact us today
to become part of this spectacular event - it sells out quickly!
Click on the video below for more about Oberammergau:
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Rome's history extends nearly 2,800 years, during which time it has been the seat of the Roman Kingdom, the Roman Republic, the Roman Empire, the Papal States, the Kingdom of Italy and the Italian Republic.
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Spend a magical night out on the town in Rome. Start your evening with a dinner in an area of town near the Trevi Fountain. Dine on traditional Italian cuisine in a typical Roman restaurant, and sip Italian wine as you relax and discover the charm of Rome by night!
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Michelangelo was responsible for the Sistine Chapel’s ceiling frescoes. Gaze upward and marvel at scenes depicting Old Testament tales like the world-famous
Creation of Adam
, where God brings Adam to life with the touch of his finger.
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Relax on a full-day excursion from Rome to Ponza Island. Swim in the azure sea, eat a fresh ‘mariner’s style pasta’ lunch, sip wine and then spend some spare time on the island. Learn about the history of the island and its connection to the Greek poet Homer.
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Enjoy an enchanting panoramic night tour of Rome, and discover the magic of the city’s most famous monuments illuminated under a darkened sky. It’s a special look at some of the most important monuments in Italy, viewed in a new way.
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Travel apps to have on your next trip
Airline Apps:
Whether you fly American, Delta or any other airline, start by downloading their app before your flight. Many times, you can use your phone as a boarding pass and get updates on flight and baggage information.
For
American Airlines
, you'll need the app to access in-flight movies and entertainment (especially if the aircraft doesn't have monitors and you want to stream to your device). To download their app, click
here
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To learn how to access in-flight entertainment from your device, click
here.
For
Delta Airlines
, click
here
to download their app. If you want to enjoy in-flight entertainment, you'll need the Gogo entertainment app, which you can get by clicking
here
.
FlightAware
gives you global tracking information on private and commercial flights, as well as live tracking maps, flight status and airport delays. You can download the app
here
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The
Mobile Passport
app speeds you through US Customs at 26 airports and 3 cruise ports. Set up your profile, answer a few questions and you're ready to use the Mobile Passport Control line to re-enter the US without the long wait. Get more info and download the app by clicking
here.
It's free and authorized by US Customs!
A
Currency Calculator
app can help you understand what something costs in US Dollars, and convert units of measure, such as inches to centimeters. CalConvert is available for Apple devices
here
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