Creative Cruise and Travel

04/06/2023

Ridiculous, still issues 3 years later, so plan ahead.

In response to increased passport demand, as of today, March 24, routine passport processing takes 10-13 weeks from the time we receive the application; expedited processing ($60 extra) takes 7-9 weeks. http://ow.ly/R61h50NrJn0

Processing times begin when the application is received by a passport agency and do not include mailing times. The new processing times only apply to applications submitted on or after March 24.

We strongly urge Americans to check their passport expiration dates before booking travel and apply for their passports at least six months ahead of planned travel or expiration date. We’re working hard to boost staffing, meet the demand surge, and get you traveling again.

09/09/2021

All guests aboard the 14-night Disney Wonder cruise from San Diego to Texas must be vaccinated, no matter the age.

06/21/2021

Summer travel might be dicey, more post covid fallout.

American Airlines announced that it will be canceling hundreds of its flights this summer due in part to staffing shortages.

05/21/2021

Yes!!! The only thing standing in the way is Bidens signature. Pack your bags, Alaska awaits.

Call 630-907-7284 to book you cabin now!

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Alaska Tourism Restoration Act. If signed by the president, it could save the 2021 Alaska cruise season.

05/15/2021

YAY! Florida summers and mask wearing outside is uncomfortable. Will this change your travel plans? Call 630-907-7284 to plan your summer getaway!

Policy goes into effect today; masks must still be worn in line.

05/15/2021

A unique opportunity to explore an island for more than a day on your Caribbean cruise. Call 630-907-7284 or [email protected] to get more details and start planning your long anticipated getaway.

Among the destinations homeporting ships this summer are Antigua, the Bahamas, Bermuda, the Dominican Republican, Jamaica and St. Maarten. And as is true of any cruise ship homeport, these islands hope to capitalize on pre- and post-cruise stays.

05/11/2021

Call 630-907-7284 or email [email protected] to get quotes and plan your details.

The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel gives your clients the right place at just the right pace—nature goes beyond the shore here.

04/12/2021

Call 630-907-7284 or [email protected] to start planning your getaway today. Let us ensure your stay is nothing but magical!

02/05/2021

Cancellation of the 2020 cruise season cost around 5,000 local jobs and at least $900 million in economic activity, according to data from Visit Seattle and the Port of Seattle. In 2019, the Seattle cruise industry had its biggest year: Seven cruise lines carried 1.2 million passengers on 11 vessels over more than 220 voyages, a port spokesperson said.

Much of Seattle's 2021 cruise season could be canceled after Canadian authorities extended a COVID-19-related ban on large cruise ships in Canadian waters. Passage through Canadian waters and to Canadian ports is key for the Seattle cruise business.

02/04/2021

Are you ready to travel

'We feel if these first trips are any indication, we’re in a good position to achieve the ability to deliver a safe experience but also something that is in line with the brand and what our guests have come to expect from Tauck.'

01/18/2021

Would you go if they were aailing?

10/18/2020

The previous border order was set to expire Oct. 21, but will now continue indefinitely.

10/16/2020

“We’re certainly hoping that we’re able to get through this second wave in Canada and that things get better quickly,” stated Trudeau. “We’re going to watch carefully to see how things are going in the United States as well, and encourage people to make smart decisions.”

The border closure agreement between the two countries is set to end October 21st, but could be extended for the seventh time this year.

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10/16/2020

Every part of the travel industry is suffering, yet we only hear about airline bailouts. What do you think a post covid world will look like for travel?

The chief executives overseeing brands including Hilton, Hyatt, Marriot, IHG, and Best Western, as well as independently-owned chains have issued a letter to President Trump Friday during him to provide the needed funding by utilizing the Main Street Lending Program.

10/12/2020

When do you think sailings will finally resume???

The line canceled all remaining cruises still on its schedule for the month, including sailings from Miami and Port Canaveral.

10/09/2020

Who is ready to get out and see the world again?

Only guests from three U.S. states will be permitted when the island nation lifts its U.S. ban in early November.

09/30/2020

Are you wanting to sail this winter?

The news outlet Axios reports that CDC head Robert Redford was overruled in wanting to extend the order until February.

09/21/2020

Air schedules on the other side of this fall is going to look a lot different than it already does. Too many countries shut down for so long, even if they can operate, no one can travel.

German airline Lufthansa, already bailed out by the government, says it will have to make more staff cuts and mothball more jumbo jets than originally planned because the outlook for air travel is worse than the company first predicted.