Perfect Vacations by Colleen

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03/28/2022

Cruise lines are just beginning to deal with the thousands of vouchers issued over the past two years. The financial outfall is yet to be seen but common sense tells me that the financial losses of not operating and the vouchers outstanding will probably cause a rise in fares. Even if you want to cruise a year or two out I recommend that you deposit a cruise and lock in lower prices

03/28/2022

Woulda coulda shoulda or is it coulda woulda shoulda

I have received some inquiries over the last few weeks about last minute deals - and they are out there, BUT.... I was checking for a client and found him on a 5 day cruise with an outside cabin, for TWO for $509, which was the out the door price including all taxes and fees. Two people, at $100 per day! They were excited until I notified them that while masks weren't required, VACCINES WERE REQUIRED. There was no way they could get vaccinated in time.

It's not just cruises but I've had great reports from clients who went to St. Lucia this year - beautiful, all inclusive resorts (and that means all food and all beverages) that only required vaccinations and COVID tests. Right now it's just proof of vaccination.

So...decide what you want to do in terms of travel and get vaccinated.

06/06/2021

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11/09/2020

I'm still here and still in business. (12 years in January 2021) I miss cruising. I keep watching the news and announcements by cruiselines and I wait for the day when I can take to the open seas.

We are in the midst of the "canary in the coal mine" scenario. A few cruise ships are out there and the travel industry and its clients are holding their breath to see what happens. Some of the major cruiselines are planning to cruise in January 2021. I'm hoping to take a solo cruise for Mother's Day in May...we'll see.

I am taking bookings for late 2021, and I already have blocked off a bunch of cabins for the Alaskan tourist season in 2022. My advice to anyone that wants to do advanced bookings is to buy the best insurance offered. While lots of cancellation policies have been relaxed over the last year, its worth the $$ for the backup protection.

If you have a question or comment, feel free to leave it here or PM me for quotes, advice, etc.

08/20/2020

They Lived Happily Ever After
A Travel anecdote to pass the time. (and hopefully keep us from whining so much)

08/20/2020

I miss traveling. I've been busy seeing how others are dealing with the lack of conventional travel during this confusing and scary time. I recommend that you hike the Appalachian Trail vicariously by going to Youtube and watching "Boomer on the Appalachian Trail 2020" to get a real feel for hiking by a 67 year old lawyer who retired recently in Nashville. I retired, and I decided to sleep in and drink coffee in the comfort of jammies every morning. Not Randall Bennett. You'll enjoy the down to earth episodes and generally I watched them over a period of time. A great sense of humor, and authentic observations made this a wonderful way to see what it takes on the Appalachian Trail. A gutsy successful effort, and even if you don't hike, and never plan to hike, I recommend watching these.(Note to friends: I don't hike. If you ever read that I died in a hiking accident.....notify authorities) He did 160+ days and 1,700 miles.

https://youtu.be/yfvnDdPCKj8

First Day on the Appalachian Trail

07/23/2020

Got a Carnival Cruise booked? As of this morning, here are the cancellations. (note: the September 30, 2020 date applies to almost everyone)

San Francisco sailings through 2020

Carnival Sunrise sailings through and including October 19, 2020

Carnival Spirit and Carnival Splendor sailings through and including October 29, 2020

Carnival Legend sailings through and including October 30, 2020

Carnival Radiance sailings through and including November 1, 2020

Mardi Gras sailings November 14, 2020 through and including January 30, 2021

Carnival Breeze from Ft. Lauderdale sailings November 7, 2020 through and including March 7, 2021

Carnival Magic from Miami and Barcelona sailings March 13, 2021 through and including May 3, 2021

All Other Ships sailings through and including September 30, 2020

07/22/2020

With a nod of thanks to lifetime friend and world traveler Pat Hinds:

Cruises
If those numbers led you to think that perhaps there may be a large group of people with a vastly different appetite for risk than you, this will assure it: people are really, really excited to get back on cruise ships. UBS found half of cruise travelers plan to book again in the next 18 months, and 85 percent will cruise again at some point. It’s not just the faithful returning to the ships: according to Royal Caribbean, 60 percent of the 2021 bookings made in the first three weeks of June were not people just cashing in credits from cancelled 2020 trips, but rather brand-new customers excited to book a cruise next year. The industry — which grew 30 percent in the previous five years — does not appear to be going anywhere.

Rob Walker, Marker

06/03/2020

I consider myself (and my trophy husband) to be experienced travelers. Having said that I had NO WORRIES about accepting an incredible offer on a 12 day Celebrity Cruise in November. Just too good to pass up with so many perks. NOW is the time to book in the future. Great deals - greater than ever before - are out there.

03/06/2020

Observations and Considerations on Cruising during the Corona Virus Situation

I've been keeping my eye on cruise stuff. Some of the cruise lines have come out with special offers/policies for cruising between now and May 31. Of course, these policies could change quickly, depending on the rise or decline of the situation.

Some are offering only a 100% credit towards a future cruise. Others are offering very significant on board credits for those who decide to keep their cruise. Many are lowering cruise prices and offering an on board credit of the difference.

One thing will happen, in my humble opinion. There is a point where the price will bottom out and start to rise as clients begin cashing in their cruise credits. The key would be to find a cruise to use your cruise credit while the price is the lowest, to maximize its value.

I'm checking daily.

Just wanted to let you know I was still on the case.

02/07/2020

THANK YOU HOLLAND AMERICA CRUISE LINES FOR TAKING THE HIGH ROAD. I had a client on a cruise of Asia leaving on February 15th. Holland America cancelled the cruise because of the Corona Virus and refunded the fare in full, along with other expenses, PLUS gave them a 50% (not a typo) credit on a future cruise. Classy, very classy!!

01/31/2020

The gods and goddesses of travel have proclaimed that this is National Plan a Vacation Day.

You know where to find me.

01/29/2020

There is no excuse now. Want a quick getaway? Here are some prices that you can't ignore!!

BE AN INFORMED CONSUMER: What you need to know about these deals. The prices stated are per person, for an inside cabin, two persons per cabin. They do not include taxes. Call me (850) 980-0483 or email me for more details concerning the itinerary, total costs, and cabins for more than 2 persons. Outside and balcony cabins may still be available.

THANKS...

Date /Nights Ship Price Port Itinerary

2/1 5 Ecstasy $209 Jacksonville Bahamas
2/6 4 Ecstasy $189 Jacksonville Bahamas
2/8 5 Fantasy $214 Mobile W Caribbean
2/1 7 Breakaway $454 Pt Can E. Caribbean
2/2 5 NCL Sun $299 Pt Can E. Caribbean
2/3 4 Mariner $319 Pt Can Caribbean
2/3 4 Liberty $194 Pt Can Bahamas
2/1 7 Rhapsody $394 Tampa W Caribbean
2/6 4 Paradise $209 Tampa W Caribbean

01/14/2020

Call the neighbors and notify your friends: Holland America's Nieuw Amsterdam, sailing from Ft. Lauderdale on April 4th for 13 days with stops in the Azores and Barcelona. Cabins start at $860 per person/double and that includes taxes.

01/14/2020

PAY ATTENTION!! On the new and beautiful SKY PRINCESS. A 14 day repositioning cruise from Ft. Lauderdale to Copenhagen with stops in the Azores and Normandy. Leaves on April 11,2020. Brace yourself: balcony cabins start at $1234 per person/double and that INCLUDES taxes. Don't wait!

01/08/2020

It's that time of the year. Spring breaks nationwide will begin in about 8 weeks. Its not too late to book a trip for that week. I've got cruises, all inclusive land resort packages, and many other options that will help you enjoy this upcoming spring break! Message me or email me at [email protected].

11/29/2019

Do you know someone that prefers experiences over presents? I can help you design that perfect experience present! Almost all major travel providers - both land and sea - have Black Friday/Cyber Weekend specials. Most sales last through Monday, but not all. Contact me ASAP for ideas and quotes. Thanks!