tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-90610968924338408442024-03-13T18:26:40.549-04:00Jessica's Travel BlogI want to share my passion for cruising and romantic beach getaways with the world!Jessica Dempsey of Cruise Plannershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15512091176675710360noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9061096892433840844.post-25889790878690952522017-11-20T20:27:00.000-05:002017-11-20T20:27:02.952-05:00Today we are in Ocho Rios<br />
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Thank you for learning more about one of my favorite Caribbean destinations! For more info check out my blog <a href="http://www.jdtravelplanning.com/">www.jdtravelplanning.com</a></span></span>Jessica Dempsey of Cruise Plannershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15512091176675710360noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9061096892433840844.post-39430623028182781192017-10-26T22:12:00.000-04:002017-10-27T10:58:50.950-04:00Today we are in Montego Bay<br />
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Montego Bay(MBJ) is an exciting vibrant "hotspot" in the Caribbean. Renowned for its beauty and range of activities. MBJ offer a variety of intriguing attractions. Nature lovers, history buffs, thrill seekers and those who love to shop will find plenty to do here in addition to amazing beaches and water activities.<br />
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<li>Explore the "Hip Strip" Gloucester Ave is a mile long stretch of shopping, dining and partying, it is lively day and night. Be sure to check out Margaritaville with its 110' long chute that drops patrons from the deck into the sea.</li>
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Negril on the west coast of Jamaica is known for its laid back vibe, amazing sunsets and world class beaches. You will not find any high rises here, the resorts are no higher than the coconut trees and the buildings are set back you will find long, broad beautiful beaches here. Eat and drink, love and laugh, play, party and be happy. Negril — come and experience the pleasure.</div>
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Jamaica is a very popular destination, many people once they travel here will return again and again.<br />
It's a great place for families, honeymooners, destination weddings, golf groups, girls getaways and more. It is so easy to fly into Jamaica from most US or Canadian gateways. Yes you can drink the water, everyone speaks English and most places will accept the USD(and if not it's super to to find an exchange).<br />
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1) The people! Jamaicans are such a fun loving people who are full of pride. You can learn much about their culture and history through their dance, music and food. They love to chat you up.....just ask! The warmth of the people will keep you coming back.<br />
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2)Miles and miles of beautiful beaches, coves, waterfalls and rugged coastlines.<br />
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3)Jamaican food is fresh and locally sourced, so colorful and full of flavor it's not to be missed! Be sure to try some local Jerk cuisine and the national dish of ackee and saltfish.<br />
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4)Water sports are everywhere, whether you are a pro or a beginner needing instruction, there is adventure for everyone. You can go snorkeling, scuba diving, surfing(at Boston Beach), windsurfing and more.<br />
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5)Hotels and accommodations are abundant here. Jamaica is the birthplace of the All-Inclusive concept. But don't worry, there are many more options including villas, luxury hotels, boutique properties and more. The list of accommodations is substantial, I always recommend using a travel professional to help find the perfect stay for you.</div>
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This is New York Cities ship.... themed with the beautiful hull art by Peter Max, the Rockettes as the Godmothers, Iron Chef Geoffrey Zakarian's Ocean Blue and 3 Broadway Shows onboard, Rock of Ages, Cirque Dreams-Jungle Fantasy and Burn the Floor. Keeping with the NYC theme you will find Sabrett Hot Dog carts on the boardwalk, Carlo's Bakery and Gelato as well. <br />
<strong>Dining:</strong> One of the greatest concepts onboard Norwegian ships is the "Freestyle Dining" and with 27 dining options onboard this is the way to go! The food in the main dining rooms was amazing our first night out I had "surf and turf" and the fliet was amazing and the lobster so delicious. Meals at O'Sheehan's and Ocean Blue were great as well. O'Sheehan's is open 24 hrs so it is great to stop here after a night out gambling and dancing!<br />
<strong>Kids Clubs:</strong> Great safe play areas with supervised activities all day long, kids are split up into age appropriate programs and you will hear them say "I don't want to leave." The teen club Entourage is amazing and accommodates 13-17 year olds. Splash Academy is for ages 3-12 and here you will find interactive fun the kids will enjoy. There is even an area within Splash Academy open for kids ages 6 months-2yrs old with an adult accompanying them. <br />
<strong>Sports Complex:</strong> This is an exciting area of the ship for all to enjoy there is the ropes course, "walk the plank" from 16 decks up and a zipline. The pool area has 5 waterslides, some are the largest at sea and you can shoot from the top to the bottom in 6 seconds....thrilling!<br />
<strong>The Boardwalk:</strong> Such an exciting area(one of my favs), I can't believe this has not been done before. There is 1/4 mile of boardwalk lined with restaurants(inside and outside seating) a bakery, gelato and the famous NYC hot dog cart. There are great seating areas and bars on the boardwalk as well. At night this area is hopping!<br />
<strong>Spiegel Tent:</strong> Jungle Fantasy themed with animal prints and animal themed art throughout. Quite a breathtaking show, be sure to arrive 30 mins before the show for best seating. The Premium seats here are worth the money.<br />
<strong>Spice H20</strong> hosts the weekly 80's themed party(dress up like Madonna and Don Johnson).They host a fireworks show right off the ship at this party-be sure to check it out! There are some cool wall murals in this area of the ship, maps of LI, Welcome to Fire Island and Rockaway Beach too! Keep your eye out for the NY theme all around the ship. <br />
Main Theatre presents Rock of Ages and Burn the Floor, reservations suggested and arrive 45 minutes early for the best seats.<br />
<strong>Carlos' Bake Shop</strong>: check out the goodies and coffee here from the "Cake Boss", they have 2 locations Deck 6 in the Atrium and another smaller spot on the Boardwalk.<br />
<strong>The Haven:</strong> This is a ship within a ship. Boutique style hotel with concierge and butler services, exclusive access to private restaurant and pool, preferred seating at all shows and access to VIBE Beach Club a private outdoor area with bar, cabanas and great seating areas.<br />
<strong>678 Ocean Place:</strong> such an exciting area of restaurants, bars, casino, shops and great entertainment. Here you will find the dueling pianos at Howl at the Moon and Slam Allen at Fat Cats Jazz and Blues Club. <br />
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Overall I found this ship to be a perfect spot for couples to travel together and for multi-generational families, there is so much for everyone to do while onboard or if you choose to do nothing at all there are great quiet spots for that too. If you have questions about the ship please feel free to contact me as I am a<strong><em> "Norwegian Breakaway Specialist."</em></strong><br />
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Next up is the Norwegian Getaway, she will begin sailing Jan 2014 year round from Miami, this ship will have all the great attributes of the Breakaway with a Miami theme. Broadway show is Legally Blonde and each week they will have Grammy award winners or nominees onboard as well as Illusionarium(replacing the Spiegel Tent) with a magical, immersive experience that will blow you away!<br />
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Jessica Dempsey of Cruise Plannershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15512091176675710360noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9061096892433840844.post-30721205810010804802013-02-10T15:12:00.004-05:002013-02-10T15:15:22.097-05:00Brides Dress Rehersal 2013<h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name">
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Spend 3 Nights and 4 Days - This is a fantastic
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<strong><em>For only $399 per
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destination wedding can stay for 3 nights at their hotel of choice and have the
opportunity to taste different cake options, sample menu items and even view the
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Sample gourmet delicacies and wedding cakes from the private event banquet menu<br />
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coupons may be used on these bookings. Transfers included between resorts only,
airfare and airport transfers are not included. GIVC points cannot be used to
pay for this package. GIVC will not receive points for this booking. Not valid
if wedding date is held or deposited. Travel agents are not permitted to attend.
$500 credit will not apply to groups with less than 10 rooms. *$500 food and beverage credit available when wedding date is confirmed within 30 days of Brides Dress Rehersal. All couples will
be required to sign a disclaimer at check-in stating that they will attend a
site inspection of the host hotel as well as a presentation at El Dorado Royale
on Saturday. *Clients who want to travel outside of selected dates will be
required to pay the current hotel rate at the time and will not receive the $500
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The Celebrity Summit was recently "Solsticized" in 2012. What does that mean? Glad you asked. It all began when many features from the Millennium Class ships inspired Celebrity to create the Solstice<sup> </sup>Class ships. Now the Millenium Class ships have undergone a $140M investment to be revitalized.<br />
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On the Celebrity Summit, you'll now be able to indulge in the spa-inspired AquaClass staterooms with exclusive dining in the Blu restaurant, enjoy access to Persian Garden spa where you can decompress on the heated tile loungers, enjoy fresh tea and water service daily and have access to your Aqua Class Spa Concierge. Go on a culinary journey in Qsine where food and art merge into dishes guaranteed to surprise and delight where you will make your dining and wine choices from the iPad menu. After dinner head on over to the ultra-hip Crush Martini Bar, where you will find an ice-topped bar and the bartenders entertaining you while they mix up your martini from a full menu of classic and contemporary martinis. Stay connected at the hip Celebrity iLounge, the first Authorized Apple<sup> </sup>Reseller at sea. You can take classes here to master photography, video or audio skills or shop to purchase the latest gadgets duty-free. <br />
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The Celebrity Summit is sure to appeal to many with the newest upgrades and easy accessibility from Cape Liberty, NJ. <br />
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Until next time.....<br />
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<br />Jessica Dempsey of Cruise Plannershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15512091176675710360noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9061096892433840844.post-714257653356242472013-01-16T18:52:00.000-05:002013-01-20T16:50:23.087-05:00Dolphinarium at Moon Palace Resort - Mexico<br />
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<a href="http://www.palaceresorts.com/"><span style="color: black;"><strong>Palace Resorts</strong></span></a> has announced the addition of a dolphinarium at the brand’s signature property, Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort, in Cancun. Part of the resort’s multi-million dollar enhancement project, the attraction is managed by a team of trainers from Dolphin Discovery, members of the International Marine Animal Trainers Association, with facilities in Isla Mujeres, Cozumel, Puerto Aventuras and throughout the Caribbean. This latest addition to Palace Resorts’ offerings will allow guests the opportunity to safely swim and interact with eight friendly dolphins, in a state-of-the-art, saltwater aquarium that is more than 37,000 square feet in size. Guests can also use the Palace Resorts $1,500 Resort Credit offer to book this new activity, although the $1,500 Resort Credit can only be used toward Dolphin Discovery activities when booking the Ultimate Swim Experience.<br />
Starting at $129 per person, visitors to Dolphin Discovery will participate in a 15-minute orientation followed by a 40 minute dolphin experience for guests where they learn about these highly intelligent mammals before suiting up with a life jacket, goggles and snorkel to engage in activities with the dolphins that range from belly rides to feedings. Children under the age of eight years old must be accompanied by an adult.<br />
The interactive experience is available up to five times a day for 10 to 15 guests at a time. The attraction will offer three types of experiences for guests: Dolphin Encounter, Royal Swim and Ultimate Dolphin Swim.<br />
The Dolphin Encounter is ideal for families, with the opportunity to swim with the dolphins and receive warm handshakes, hugs and kisses.<br />
The Royal Swim is a program which includes the famous foot push, where the dolphins swim underneath the guests and gently push them to the surface by their feet. The interactive program also features the dorsal tow, where two dolphins pull the guest with their dorsal fins.<br />
The Ultimate Dolphin Swim offers free time with the dolphins, a belly ride and a peek at the friendly mammals through submarine views.<br />
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I recently stayed at Moon Palace and have first hand information on Palace Resorts. My personal contacts at these resorts will ensure my guests have the greatest time. Call me today for information 631-780-6195<br />
<br />Jessica Dempsey of Cruise Plannershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15512091176675710360noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9061096892433840844.post-24585378903495022362012-08-12T09:30:00.003-04:002012-08-12T09:38:36.458-04:00Discover the River Cruise Difference<strong><em>THE RIVER CRUISE DIFFERENCE</em></strong><br />
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<strong>Unpack Once and Get Comfortable</strong><img height="1" src="http://www.amawaterways.com/images/line_contentbox.gif" style="margin: 4px 0px 6px;" width="417" /> Visit different cities and countries while your hotel travels with you. A river cruise offers the amenities of a first-class hotel from which you’ll never feel uprooted. Discover local delights on shore then return to your large, stylish stateroom. Relaxation comes easy. Watch the scenery slip by from your balcony as you leisurely sail to your next destination.</div>
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<strong>Dock Right in the Heart of Historic Cities</strong><img height="1" src="http://www.amawaterways.com/images/line_contentbox.gif" style="margin: 4px 0px 6px;" width="417" /> Enjoy the excitement of waking up in a new town, docked just steps from markets, museums and landmarks. Ships rest close to the town center so you can easily sample local culture and favorite past times. Simply walk off the ship and into the heart of the city. Take a guided excursion or instantly blend in with daily life.</div>
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The Mexican Government makes great efforts to protect visitors to the major tourist areas such as Cancun, Playa Del Carmen, Cozumel and Los Cabos. These areas have not seen the drug related violence and crime reported in the Northern border regions. The distance from the Cancun area to these areas of violence is approximately the distance from New York City to Chicago.<br />
The people of Mexico are so lovely and the cultural sights and beauty of over 6000 miles of coastline should not be missed. Be informed but do not miss this destination! Next blog I will offer some basic tips for safe travel.<br />
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<a href="http://www.jdtravelplanning.com/">http://www.jdtravelplanning.com/</a>Jessica Dempsey of Cruise Plannershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15512091176675710360noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9061096892433840844.post-80891264018746829782011-10-20T11:22:00.000-04:002011-10-20T11:22:28.419-04:00Riu Palace Paradise Island ReviewI wanted to share a Riu Palace Paradise Island Review, this was submitted by a client of mine. This is a beautiful newly renovated all-inclusive resort just 2 1/2 hrs from New York City. The Riu Palace Paradise Island is right next door to the Atlantis Resort, you can visit the Atlantis and use their facilities(additional fee).<br />
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<strong>Riu Palace Paradise Island Review</strong><br />
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I Soooooo want to go again and that's when it occurred to me that I never sent you a review.<br />
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Rooms in pristine condition- brand new, no signs of wear, spacious (we had a two room suite).<br />
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We had one bigger bedroom- with a fairly large common space in between- connecting to the smaller bedroom. Both rooms had a very large closet, and a huge dresser with more than enough space to fit all our clothes.<br />
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The hotel was small enough so that you could walk out of the elevator, cross the lobby and step right into the pool area- if you forgot something in your room it was very quick to run in and get it (which I loved!) without it feeling overly crowded. <br />
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The food was fine- although after about 18 meals you do start to get tired of all that eating LOL! We were in and out the buffet all day- for cookies, fries, jello or just to cool off for a few minutes. The only complaint about the place would be the one night we went to sit down dinner and the food was just horrible and cold and took FOREVER to come out. but no big deal, we just went to the other restaurant and had buffet :) AGAIN.<br />
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They would stock the fridge with water and soda whenever requested. And room service too!<br />
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They had a fairly big sports bar- with a nice bar, pool table, and this is where they had three or four computers that I never waited on to get access to. In this area they also had a fridge with sandwiches, salads and fruit. Oh, and a neat little nacho and cheese station- which was all available 24/7.<br />
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The entertainment at their club was fantastic every night- we saw all the shows. All but one was kid friendly.<br />
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The beach was beautiful and we did the banana boat ride only. Well, me and my sister did sneak down for an early morning massage on the beach one day too!<br />
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The pool was clean and every day there were activities run by the hotel- bingo, dance lessons. The staff there was great- one young guy was ALWAYS around and mingling with the guests- he was a doll and a gentleman. He would jump in the pool and play with the kids if you asked him to (which we did).<br />
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JD Travel Planning<br />
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I know many people are very aware of how we need to respect our earth and are taking different initiatives to go green. I get many requests from clients for hotels that are going green and practicing sustainable tourism. There are many resorts now going green but I decided I would focus on one brand today as I just visited these resorts and really got a feel for their going green initiatives. The El Dorado Spa Resorts and Hotels by Karisma are GOING GREEN! <br />
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Some examples of ways they are green:<br />
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• A 70,000 square foot Greenhouse at El Dorado Royale produces all vegetables, herbs and flowers grown in tropical climates. The produce services all El Dorado and Azul Hotels, so you know those sweet delicious Cherry Tomatoes in your salad are right from the greenhouse.<br />
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• Solar panels heating 40 - 100% of the water at each resort<br />
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• El Dorado Spa Resorts and Hotels have taken extensive measures to ensure that all garbage is separated and recycled properly including dangerous waste, organic items, glass and paper<br />
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• All chemicals used are biodegradable<br />
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• All air conditioners use Ecofreeze which saves approximately 30% electricity<br />
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• Staff education on the importance of recycling, how to do it and encouragement of staff to bring their household recyclable items to the hotels to be properly recycled<br />
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If you are looking to book your next vacation and experience a beautiful luxury all inclusive resort that is practicing sustainable tourism, look no further. As a Karisma Resorts specialist I can help you plan the vacation experience of a lifetime! <br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="mailto:jessica@jdtravelplanning.com">Contact Jessica Dempsey - GIVC</a>, a Karisma Resorts specialist to book this amazing offer! Call today 631-780-6195</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Details:</div><div style="text-align: left;"><strong><em>For only $399 per couple</em></strong>, brides and grooms who have not yet booked their destination wedding can stay for 3 nights at their hotel of choice and have the opportunity to taste different cake options, sample menu items and even view the various locations and setups for their ceremony and private events. </div><br />
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This promotion is good for any El Dorado Spa Resort or Azul Hotel by Karisma, and is offered once a month for the rest of 2011.<br />
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Traveling solo is an awesome way to see the world, meet new people and spend some time with yourself! Sometimes we need to do this to recover from a life event or sometimes “I just want to go someplace where I can just marvel at something” as said so perfectly by Ms. Julia Roberts.<br />
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In the past, the thought of being a solo traveler on a cruise ship meant taking out a loan just to pay for the cabin. Thank goodness for NCL who introduced “Epic Studios” last year when the awesome Norwegian Epic debuted. Talk about marvel! The studios are designed specifically for the solo traveler but more importantly so is the pricing. No more double occupancy requirements and single supplements that can double the cost that is typically 200% of the cruise fare because you must pay for the absent “roommate”. The concept was such a hit that they’ll be more to come when Norwegian introduces more new ships in the coming years. Royal Caribbean followed when it unveiled cabins for solo travelers with the revamped Radiance of the Seas this past June. <br />
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But it doesn’t stop there. Several cruise lines are catching on. While they may not have specific designed cabins for a single passenger, they are offering reduced single supplements or waiving it altogether. Avalon Waterways is celebrating the new movement by offering river cruises for the solo traveler on select itineraries in October. Ah, a cruise experience through the Danube River with me, myself and I! Now that has my name written all over it. <br />
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Creating memorable vacations everyday, let yours be next.....Jessica Dempsey of Cruise Plannershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15512091176675710360noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9061096892433840844.post-4285249870386855892011-04-02T18:59:00.000-04:002011-04-02T18:59:53.780-04:00Oceania Marina Review<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">I had the opportunity to tour the beautiful Oceania Marina today in NYC, what an amazing ship! Fine cuisine at sea with 6 restaurant choices including Jacques, the first restaurant at sea for Jacques Pepin, Canyon Ranch Spa Club, Bon Appetit Culinary Center(a hands-on gourmet culinary program), and the Artist Loft. Staterooms and suites are nice in size and are beautifully decorated with hardwoods, rich fabrics and designed for comfort. The feel onboard is country club elegance with a guest to crew ratio of 1.57 to 1. Canyon Ranch Spa Club is new to the Oceania Marina and in addition to massages and other treatments they offer lectures and cooking demonstrations and Canyon Ranch cuisine options in the Grand Dining Room. There is a large fitness center with optional classes as well to help you stay in shape. Oceania is the destination specialist with many overnight visits and extended port stays. If you appreciate fine cuisine and gracious service along with amazing destinations the Oceania Marina is for you.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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Fort Lauderdale has the most amazing nightlife, excellent dining and fabulous shopping, many of these activities are within walking distance of the resort, you can also get around easily via taxi's or just take a cruise on a water taxi. There is plenty to do here in Fort Lauderdale. When you are done playing for the day return to a beautiful newly renovated room with views of either the Atlantic Ocean or the Intracoastal Waterway. Then fall asleep in your Westin Heavenly Bed and yes they are truly heavenly! You will have a fantastic time during your stay at the Westin Beach Resort & Spa. <br />
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Creating memorable vacations everyday, let yours be next.....Jessica Dempsey of Cruise Plannershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15512091176675710360noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9061096892433840844.post-2106498301723621502011-02-15T07:47:00.000-05:002011-02-15T07:47:30.400-05:00Romance at Sandals<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3KxsfDJyQAA/TVp1IUCI_6I/AAAAAAAAAEc/nIKk36AeJpQ/s1600/177.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" h5="true" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3KxsfDJyQAA/TVp1IUCI_6I/AAAAAAAAAEc/nIKk36AeJpQ/s320/177.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Are you looking to reconnect or reignite the spark? Maybe you just need a getaway for two people in love. Whatever your desires you can find romance at Sandals. The Sandals tag line is "Love is all you need". You will find yourself in a garden paradise surrounded by the beautiful blue sea. With up to 11 restaurants there are always amazing culinary creations to be found. You can have a romantic candlelit dinner on the beach for just the two of you, with a server who can anticipate all of your desires without being intrusive. How about returning to your Suite and having a hot bath drawn complete with rose petals? That is romance at Sandals! You can relax and enjoy a couples massage, play a round of tennis, golf or enjoy the pool with new friends. Do whatever you like it's your romance at Sandals. Go to Sandals for the amazing staff, the luxury include amenities, the true Caribbean experience but be sure to go to Sandals with the one you love.<br />
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Creating memorable vacations everyday, let yours be next.....Jessica Dempsey of Cruise Plannershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15512091176675710360noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9061096892433840844.post-85250695819915353242011-02-07T20:05:00.000-05:002011-02-07T20:06:38.552-05:00Ruby PrincessI recently read a colleagues blog review of the Ruby Princess. It was such a treat to hear about her special cruise onboard this ship. I t reminded me of my cruise onboard Princess last May and how Princess exceeded my expectactions! Check out her <a href="http://escapeforrestoration.wordpress.com/2011/01/24/ruby-princess-princess-cruises-review">review</a> and get excited about your next cruise onboard a beautiful Princess ship.<br />
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Creating memorable vacations everyday, let yours be next.....Jessica Dempsey of Cruise Plannershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15512091176675710360noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9061096892433840844.post-70271311041421596742011-02-07T19:41:00.000-05:002011-02-07T19:48:39.266-05:00Group Cruise in AlaskaI had a client call me last spring to inquire about a family reunion. The ages ranged from 7 yrs old to 82 yrs old and she wanted something that would be fun and relaxing for everyone. Easy right? Not so fast! She went on to describe particulars about some family members, who had food allergies, who had mobility issues and who cannot sit with who for too many meals. You get it - typical family stuff(we all have them). I asked a few more questions and quickly needed to find out who the decision makers were and then went to work. I came back to the group with an Alaskan group cruise intinerary with an extended land tour to Denali National Park. I was able to meet all of their dietary needs, and arranged for a scooter and oxygen to be delivered to the stateroom and I also set up the dining so a few nights some of the family who did not want to dine together every night would be in a specialty restaurants on different nights. Their group cruise in Alaska included activities for everyone that enriched their minds and bodies. The onboard naturalist led discussions that educated them all about Alaska it's beauty and wildlife. The group cruise in Alaska would not be complete without viewing the amazing glaciers. I was told it was a highlight of the cruise being on deck drinking hot chocolate while viewing the glaciers.<br />
What was overwhelming to my client was quite easy for me to arrange because of my knowledge, education and resources. A happy ending to a fabulous group cruise in Alaska, they all bonded so well, they already have another cruise planned for next year on the Allure of the Seas. I brought real value and worth to my clients and arranged everything perfectly for them, the power of awesome customer service is evident in all of the referrals I already have from their other relatives and friends.<br />
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">The Liberty of the Seas is an amazing ship with a fun exciting vibe onboard! This is the second ship in the Freedom Class along with the Freedom of the Seas and the Independence of the Seas. She began sailing in 2007 with 1817 staterooms and over 1300 crew members. The ship has an an incredible 15 decks. This ship features an ice skating rink, rock climbing wall, the incredible FlowRider(surf simulator) and 2 hot tubs that jut out over the sides of the ship. There are 2 main pools and the fun H2O zone with a kids only pool. The staterooms onboard are modern and comfortable ranging in size from 150sq ft to the Presidential Family Suite at 1215sq ft. There are plenty of dining options onboard as well, starting with the main dining room which is 3 levels high and beautiful, Johnny Rockets, Portofinos, Chops Steakhouse, the Windjammer Cafe(think big buffet) and of course room service is available. The Promenade is the spot to be seen with shops lining both sides of the promenade. Here is where the parades take place and the music is always inviting! You will find Vintages Wine Bar, Hoof and Claw British Pub, a coffee shop, the Barber shop, and plenty of duty free alcohol and jewelry shopping.</div><br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">This ship is recommended for families, friends, romantics and is great for groups because of all the amazing activities onboard. There are always plenty of honeymooners onboard as well. The vibe is exciting onboard the Liberty of the Seas and everyone is always having a great time. This ship is sure to please everyone in your group. The Liberty of the Seas is now sailing from Miami and will be repositioning over to Barcelona in the Spring to sail the Mediterranean. Beginning in the fall 2011 the Liberty of the Seas will begin sailing 4 to 6 night cruises from Fort Lauderdale. Rates begin at $359 per person for a 4 night cruise. Call for more dates/rates and itineraries.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_q9FVAWIpwOg/TUCkOEhzkGI/AAAAAAAAAD0/Zh4WP19850M/s1600/IMG_0156.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" s5="true" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_q9FVAWIpwOg/TUCkOEhzkGI/AAAAAAAAAD0/Zh4WP19850M/s200/IMG_0156.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_q9FVAWIpwOg/TUCkVNksJDI/AAAAAAAAAD4/KZBAlCwm7jk/s1600/L_IMG_0223.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" s5="true" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_q9FVAWIpwOg/TUCkVNksJDI/AAAAAAAAAD4/KZBAlCwm7jk/s200/L_IMG_0223.jpg" width="200" /></a><img border="0" height="132" s5="true" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_q9FVAWIpwOg/TUCkhqXdfZI/AAAAAAAAAEA/rBsggHdXjy8/s200/IMG_0584.jpg" width="200" /></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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Creating memorable vacations everyday, let your be next....</div>Jessica Dempsey of Cruise Plannershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15512091176675710360noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9061096892433840844.post-81093334576941182072011-01-21T17:48:00.000-05:002011-01-21T17:48:31.777-05:00The Magic of DisneyI recently read a <a href="http://gloslittlecorner.blogspot.com/">blog post written by a Gloria Caruso</a> on the magic of Disney and it got me thinking about the numerous times my family has traveled to WDW over the past 12 years. And how each time we traveled the kids were different ages and how they marveled at the magic of Disney in different ways every trip. It went from it being all about Mickey and Pooh Bear to lets go to France in Epcot I am learning French and want to know more about the country. Wow talk about an experience for every age group. Of course Mickey is still highly sought after(especially by me)! We will be traveling to WDW in February and I cannot wait to see their little expressions as we round the corner to Main St and get a glimpse of Cinderellas Castle(I always get teary eyed). Gotta love the magic of Disney!!<br />
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Creating memorable vacations everyday, let yours be next......Jessica Dempsey of Cruise Plannershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15512091176675710360noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9061096892433840844.post-3391779036705765022011-01-19T20:42:00.000-05:002011-01-19T20:42:45.056-05:00Caribbean Group CruisesAs a travel agent some my favorite trips to plan are group cruises, I follow the news and trends in this niche closely. I know with all of the new ships sailing there is a perfect cruise ship for every group. I often get requests from clients who are overwhelmed with the whole process of organizing a group vacation whether it's family, friends or even a wedding group. I let them know that I will make this a stress-free vacation for them. First we start with a few questions to decide what ship and itinerary would be best for them, I secure the staterooms and make all the reservations, take care of all payments and due dates and I handle all the paperwork. I let my clients know all they need to do is refer the group members to me and I take care of everything. Another amenity my clients love is that I am able to set up a website page that is only accessible to those in the group and they can register online. This is usually when I hear "thank you, I really didn't know where to begin." Luckily I know where to begin!!<br />
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Group cruising has increased over the past few years. There are so many multi-generational groups traveling together and cruises are the perfect fit. There is something for everyone on a ship, whether you are into spa treatments, workouts in well equipped fitness centers, shopping, dance lessons, language lessons or you can learn how to use your iPad. The dining choices are endless with some ships offering up to 20 dining venues. The kids will all be happy in well organized kids clubs with fun age appropriate activities and the adults can spend time in adult-only areas. Talk about something for everyone. Are you considering a group cruise this year? The best rates and stateroom availability are available now.<br />
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Jessica Dempsey<br />
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Creating memorable vacations everyday, let yours be next....Jessica Dempsey of Cruise Plannershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15512091176675710360noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9061096892433840844.post-63628406627984314542011-01-17T19:36:00.000-05:002011-01-17T19:38:13.543-05:00Entertainment onboard the Norwegian EPICOne of the many things I love while on a cruise ship is the onboard entertainment. The nightlife and entertainment onboard the Norwegian EPIC is amazing! From Cirque Dreams in the Spiegel Tent where you will see marvelous talent combined with acrobatics and Broadway extravaganza! Next you will not want to miss the amazing sights and sounds of Blue Man Group. Another highlight of entertainment onboard the Norwegian EPIC is Legends, the tribute show with celebrity impersonators such as Elvis, Madonna, Tina Turner and more. No sailing would be complete without a night out at Spice H20 the adults only beach club and Svedka IceBar where you will wear faux fur while sipping frosty drinks in the only ice bar at sea. <br />
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Jessica Dempsey<br />
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Creating memorable vacations everyday, let yours be next....Jessica Dempsey of Cruise Plannershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15512091176675710360noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9061096892433840844.post-82111953337900128652011-01-14T19:52:00.000-05:002011-01-14T19:52:30.266-05:00Positano and the Amalfi CoastI read a colleagues <a href="http://yourjourneybybeth.wordpress.com/2011/01/08/beth-eats-italy-part-vi-a-little-taste-of-positano/">blog</a> today that really inspired me. One of the places I have always wanted to travel to is Positano and the Amalfi Coast in Italy. I always imagined it would be a glorious inspiring experience and guess what? I was right. Beth goes into nice detail about her experiences while visiting Positano, including the warm friendly people of the region, the amazing scenery and the wonderful food. This is a place for romance and for the food lover in you. This area has a lot of history to offer as well with day trips to Pompeii, Naples, and the Isle of Capri. I hope you will think about adding Positano and the Amalfi Coast to your bucket list.<br />
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Jessica Dempsey<br />
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Creating memorable vacations everyday, let yours be next.....Jessica Dempsey of Cruise Plannershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15512091176675710360noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9061096892433840844.post-4568401203469142002011-01-12T21:08:00.000-05:002011-01-13T12:44:56.473-05:00Celebrity Eclipse - Trendy and high tech cruising at its best!I recently read an article in Vacation Agent about the new Celebrity Eclipse. The article talks about this ships modern trendy design and its high tech touches. The Celebrity Eclipse is the 3rd to debut of 4 ships in the very popular Solstice Class. This trendy high tech ship is quite large at 122,000 tons carrying 2850 passengers and 1250 crew members with a total of 1426 staterooms. The ship offers iPad art tours, the menu at Qsine is presented on an iPad and there is the Celebrity iLounge where there are more than 20 MacBook Pros for guests to use. The trendy iLounge also offers Apple products for sale and classes on Apple products. The contemporary decor on this ship make it attractive for many different cruisers, especially those looking for great food (in the 10 dining venues), fabulous entertainment and the amazing Elemis Spa. This ship is also great for Honeymooners and romance travel, with all the intimate spots on board the ship, the wonderful ports of call and top accommodations this would be perfect for couples in love.<br />
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I had the pleasure of sailing on board the Celebrity Eclipse in a Deluxe Ocean-View Stateroom with a Veranda. The room was quite large and I was very impressed with the modern granite counter tops, white leather furniture and the top-of-the line bathroom. The shower was large with glass doors and a foot rest to use while shaving(you ladies will appreciate this).Around every corner was something trendy and high tech, I loved the iLounge and found the Apple trained staff to be very helpful. The artwork on display was amazing, the Martini Bar with its frosted top and the Molecular Bar with drinks cooled by nitrogen were very popular gathering spots. I enjoyed walking on the half acre of grass at the Lawn Club. Another interesting spot was the glass blowing studio at the Corning Museum of Glass. The Celebrity Eclipse is very well appointed and I know the Solstice Class will continue to be very popular. The 4th ship the Celebrity Silhouette will debut in July 2011 and will be sailing from our nearby port in Bayonne, NJ.<br />
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Jessica Dempsey<br />
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