Waterlust Vacations

28/02/2024

Attention friends…. You may be wondering if the invite you’ve received is me and the answer is yes! Waterlust Babe has been created to share my travels and raise awareness of the importance of keeping my underwater friends safe 💜

28/02/2024

21/07/2023

Love supporting my friends…. friends check this out! Reach out to Amber if you have questions or want to book!

I've already booked my own personal trip, this place is incredible.
𝒫𝓁𝒶𝓎𝒶 𝒹𝑒𝓁 𝒞𝒶𝓇𝓂𝑒𝓃 𝐼𝓂𝓅𝓇𝑒𝓈𝓈𝒾𝑜𝓃 𝑀𝑜𝓍𝒸𝒽é 𝒷𝓎 𝒮𝑒𝒸𝓇𝑒𝓉𝓈
A true VIP premier adults- only resort
Includes the following
• One bottle of wine/sparkling wine, rum, or tequila
• 25% Discount on Spa Services
• One in-room champagne breakfast
• Complimentary upgrade from standard to nonstop airport transfers roundtrip

Guests receive two of the following (varies by hotel):
• Complimentary Bali Bed rental for one day
• Up to 50% off Romantic Dinner
• One family/couple photo
• One 25 minute massage per person
• Assorted cheese & fruit plate
• Gift beach bag
• One Fish Therapy session per room
• Early check-in or late check-out subject to availability
• Keepsake box handcrafted in Guadalajara

𝕋𝕣𝕒𝕧𝕖𝕝 𝔻𝕒𝕥𝕖𝕤: 𝟙𝟘/𝟛/𝟚𝟛-𝟙𝟘/𝟠/𝟚𝟛
Total Package Price $4,600.00 For 2 People
Round Trip Airfare out of DFW
ALL-INCLUSIVE

* Prices are subject to change.
JUMP ON THIS ASAP!

10/05/2023

ATTENTION FRIENDS & FAMILY ~ Very sorry to be posting this on Facebook, but here it goes....

A dear friend of mine has unexpectedly ended up in the ICU and desperately needs your prayers 🙏❤️‍🩹

On top of that, she and her husband were scheduled to set sail on the MSC Seascape this upcoming Sunday, May 14, 2023 on what was supposed to have been an amazing 7 night Caribbean Cruise out of Miami, FL in an Aurea Premium Balcony Suite with Whirlpool on the balcony. Also includes Aurea Experience Benefits, all inclusive drink package for two (2) guests (Easy Plus Package), Unlimited Wi-Fi for one (1) device and gratuities!!!

The Aurea Experience Benefits includes Priority Boarding and Luggage Drop Off, Welcome Package (Prosecco & chocolate), 24-hour room service (delivery for free) breakfast in cabin (delivery for free). Free access to an Exclusive Solarium, relaxation amenities in each cabin, including bathrobe and slippers, pillow menu, access to Thermal Area for adults only, discounts on all spa treatments purchased on board and more!

Although Waterlust Vacations did not book this cruise, I promised her husband I would do everything in my power to try and help him try and find replacement guests and see if anyone by chance might be interested in taking a last minute cruise!

If you are interested in taking this last minute cruise, and want to make an offer to this family to take over the booking (any offer to help offset their loss) or know someone that may be interested, please DM me ASAP. MSC has agreed to allow transfer of the booking into the new guests name up until 48 hours prior to departure! Total price paid for 2 people was $4,542.18 and have receipt showing same.

Please keep my friend and her family in your thoughts and prayers. and understand that their names will be kept confidential out of respect for their family. Once a replacement guest has been sought, I will connect you directly with the family to make arrangements for the transfer.

26/10/2022

WOW…. NICE AFT.

Carnival Celebration sailing on her inaugural Trans-Atlantic voyage in 19 days.

12/08/2022

Greetings…. Updated Carnival Policy Protocol. At this time, the biggest change appears to be the testing requirement for cruise 5 days or less for vaccinated guests and the submission of a Document of Recovery form for testing exemption for persons who have recovered from Covid (unvaccinated or not) within 3 months prior to sail date. Although the policy remains confusing it’s definitely a step in the right direction!

https://www.carnival.com/legal/covid-19-legal-notices/covid-19-guest-protocols

Get details on important COVID-19 guest protocols for a fun and safe return to cruising with Carnival.

25/03/2022

For anyone looking to book their next cruise, Carnival has some amazing deals available right now with reduced deposits and up to $200 onboard credits! Plus, as always you will receive an additional discount with your Waterlust Friends & Family Discount!

Even if you have a current cruise booked directly through Carnival, it's not too late to take advantage of your Waterlust discount savings $$$

Simply call or text me with your booking info and I will have it transferred and have your Waterlust discount applied. Your booking #, rate, OBC, cabin # will all stay the same :)

Don't miss out on the special sale prices!

Call or text today (951) 216-9724

28/07/2021

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08/07/2021

I spy with my little eye! Welcome home to Cozumel !

24/06/2021

Friends & Family!!!!! Need your help! One of my favorite Divemasters in a Cozumel, Julio Kin VIP Scuba Cozumel Juliokinvip Scubacozumel has some exciting news that will be released once this post reaches 500 likes! Please help out by visiting Julio’s page and liking this post!

BIG NEWS COMING SOON!! I know some of you have been waiting to know.... well stay tuned, we will post it this week. If you wanna know what we're doing like or comment on this post so we know who can see it. 

EDIT - come on facebook friends get this post out there. When we hit 500 posts shares and like i will make the BIG ANNOUNCEMENT. Facebook will not let me share so please share .

23/06/2021

As Covid-19 travel restrictions are changing and travel begins to open under CDC requirements.... don't forget to consider COZUMEL as a travel destination!

Over the past year, I've been fortunate to spend a lot of time in Cozumel, which is my home away from home! If you are looking to scuba dive, I've made many friends with local dive companies and Divemasters and can customize a trip to meet your needs.

I've also have a great selection of hotels... from all inclusives to small specialty boutiques!

Call me at (951) 216-9724 or email me at [email protected] and let me help plan your next vacation!

23/06/2021

CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE CONFIRMS FIRST SAILING FOR MARDI GRAS; ANNOUNCES MORE SHIPS RETURNING IN AUGUST
June 10, 2021

MIAMI, June 10, 2021 – Carnival Cruise Line today laid out plans for its next wave of the summer restart of guest operations, including the first cruise for Mardi Gras and the return of additional ships in August. Highlights of the plan include:

Mardi Gras will start operating her seven-day cruises from Port Canaveral on Saturday, July 31, with pre-inaugural sailings to the eastern and western Caribbean.
Carnival Magic will return from her dry dock – and with her new hull design – and homeport from Port Canaveral where she will pick up four- and five-day cruises to The Bahamas and Caribbean that were previously scheduled for Carnival Elation, effective Aug. 7 through Oct. 7. Guests already booked on Carnival Elation will be re-accommodated on Carnival Magic, and because she is a larger ship, additional stateroom inventory is being made available on Carnival.com and other sales channels. Carnival Magic will also operate three new six-day cruises and one new eight-day cruise from Port Canaveral between Oct. 11-31.
Carnival Sunrise will enter service from Miami, effective Aug. 14, sailing four- and five-day cruises to The Bahamas and Caribbean.
Carnival Panorama will enter service from Long Beach on Aug. 21, sailing her seven-day Mexican Riviera cruises.
Carnival Vista and Breeze (from Galveston), Carnival Horizon (from Miami) and Carnival Miracle (from Seattle to Alaska) will continue with their cruises through August that are part of the line’s restart plans in July.
Given the above plans, Carnival has extended its pause for other ships through Aug. 31, 2021, as follows: Carnival Pride (Baltimore), Carnival Sunshine (Charleston), Carnival Dream (Galveston), Carnival Ecstasy (Jacksonville), Carnival Liberty (Port Canaveral), Carnival Conquest (Miami), Carnival Sensation (Mobile) and Carnival Glory (New Orleans).
Guests and travel agents are being advised of the August schedule plans and Carnival will be providing more details directly to them next week on guidelines and protocols. Carnival plans to operate these August sailings with vaccinated guests.

“We are very excited to finally welcome guests on Mardi Gras,” said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line. “With our desire to preserve summer vacations for our Mardi Gras guests, we are going to find a later date to formally christen her so that we can operate these pre-inaugural sailings just as soon as we can.”

Duffy also noted that Carnival intends to expand its initial restart from Florida, Texas and Washington to California, with the return of Carnival Panorama from Long Beach in late August. “We are excited to resume our West Coast operations and intend to sail Carnival Panorama with vaccinated guests starting August 21. We are working with state and local officials to finalize the necessary plans,” Duffy said.

Carnival will continue to ramp up more ships and homeports in September and beyond, bringing hundreds of crew on board each week to be vaccinated, complete CDC-mandated quarantine and then begin work to prepare for guests and the return to guest operations.

“Our focus remains on the health and safety of our guests, crew and the communities we serve and visit,” said Duffy. “We are taking a deliberate approach so we can execute with excellence and deliver a fun experience to our guests, who have been tremendously patient and supportive throughout this pause.”

27/11/2020

Rare video I took yesterday of a spotted eel chomping on a puffer fish. Taken in Cozumel, Mexico near Columbia Shallow

Taken with Nikon Camera on 11/26/2020 at Columbia Shallow

16/08/2020

Covid Christmas in Cozumel ~ We are in the process of booking a trip to CoZumel, tentatively December 24th thru January 2nd. If you’re seriously interested Message me!

04/05/2020

Carnival Cruise Line extends pause in operations again but with a "Phase-In Service" plan. Updated May 4, 2020.

"Carnival Cruise Line advised guests and travel agents today of our plan to phase in a resumption in our North American service this summer, beginning on August 1 with a total of eight ships from Miami, Port Canaveral and Galveston. In connection with this plan, our pause in operations will be extended in all other North American and Australian markets through August 31."

05/03/2020

CARNIVAL CORPORATION - CORONAVIRUS UPDATE:

Our highest responsibilities include the health and safety of our guests and crew. We continue to work closely with public health officials, including the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO), as well as the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), to monitor, screen and implement best practices to protect the health of our guests and crew as it relates to COVID-19 (coronavirus). Our monitoring, screening and operational protocols are designed to be flexible so that we can effectively adapt to changes as they occur.

We are following industry and public health guidelines regarding embarkation restrictions. Guests meeting the following criteria will be unable to sail:

• If they have been to or traveled through China, Hong Kong, Macau, Iran, South Korea, or a location currently subject to isolation measures by government health authorities in the last 14 days prior to embarkation. This applies to municipalities in the Italian regions of Lombardy and Veneto that are under travel restrictions by the CDC.

• If they have been in contact with another person suspected of having COVID-19

If you meet any of this criteria, please advise us as soon as possible by calling 1-800-CARNIVAL so we can discuss this matter before they travel to the terminal for embarkation.

There are also certain guests that will be subject to additional screening. Please be advised that guests who have visited or traveled through the countries below will receive medical screening including having their temperature checked prior to boarding. Guests will be required to provide travel documentation and are subject to passport verification:

• If they have visited Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand or Vietnam in the 14 days prior to embarkation.

• For Italy, we are asking guests and crew to confirm they have not been to any of the municipalities in the regions of Lombardy and Veneto that are under travel restrictions by the CDC.

Some destinations on your itinerary may restrict or deny entry to ships carrying any person with symptoms of influenza and illness even if the symptoms do not meet the criteria set by world health experts including CDC and WHO – and would therefore not even be required to be evaluated or tested for the illness in the United States or most places around the world. While we will work to minimize these incidents, we do not have control over these decisions. Carnival will comply with all required guidelines that may be implemented by individual destinations that may require itinerary changes. We will make every effort to inform you of any new local policies as soon as the information is made available to us.

In addition to our usual procedures, we have implemented the following expanded protocols:

• All guests must comply with standard pre-boarding health reporting at time of check-in.

• Additional pre-cruise and in-terminal screenings and questionnaires will be administered, including pre-boarding medical evaluations, as needed.

• Crew members are following these same guidelines and are subject to additional screening measures prior to boarding

Enhanced on board and terminal sanitation measures with non-toxic materials are in place, in addition to our rigorous daily cleaning regimen.

• Our onboard Medical Centers are staffed to handle a wide variety of staff and crew medical situations.

• Any guest or crew member who exhibits symptoms of influenza or upper respiratory infection with fever are subject to isolation.

While you may see a few guests wearing masks, that is their choice, and it's important for them to remember that culturally, some travelers wear masks as a routine matter. If you see a crew member wearing a mask, it is directly related to a task they are performing and it is an authorized piece of safety equipment.

We assure you we are actively managing health and safety related issues on our cruises and want you to be aware of the enhanced measures we are taking. You can also find more information on the industry’s response by visiting U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC web sites.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we aim to ensure a safe, fun and memorable cruise. We look forward to seeing you aboard.

31/01/2020

CARNIVAL CRUISELINES 1/31/2020:

Our highest responsibilities include the health and safety of our guests and crew. We are closely monitoring the spread of the Coronavirus that was first detected in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China. Although the risks to our guests and crew are low, our medical experts are coordinating closely with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) to implement any recommended screening, prevention and control measures for our ships.

In accordance with guidance received from Cruise Lines International Association, and with the health and safety of guests and crew in mind, cruise lines, including ours, will also be implementing travel restrictions. Accordingly, all guests who have traveled to China in the last 14 days prior to their embarkation day will not be allowed to sail.

The Bahamian government has also informed cruise lines that guests who have been to China in the last 20 days before their arrival date in the Bahamas will not be allowed to disembark in a Bahamian port of call. If you or your clients have been to China in the last 14 days prior to embarkation day or if you or your clients are booked on a Bahamian itinerary and visited China in the last 20 days prior to your scheduled arrival in the Bahamas, please contact Guest Services at 1-800-CARNIVAL so we can discuss your situation and handle as appropriate.

All guests and travel advisors with impacted sailings have been advised, please see letters that have been distributed to guests with bookings on any Bahamas and non-Bahamas sailings through February 3, 2020. We will send communication for any impacted future sailings as it becomes applicable.

We sincerely regret any disappointment this may cause and ask for your understanding.

Sincerely,
Carnival Cruise Line

17/09/2019

To all of my valued Waterlust Vacation clients... Thank you to those whom have nominated Waterlust as one of Carnival's Most Trusted Travel Advisors.

While I 100% agree that the greatest compliment you can give is a referral.... don't miss out on this opportunity for a chance to win a cruise for two on Carnival's most innovative ship, the Mardi Gras, including airfare. All you need to do is click on the link below, enter your email and in 280 words or less, tell a story of how Waterlust Vacations went above and beyond for you.

Thank you and good luck :)

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10/09/2019

Santa came a little early this year for this Waterlust Babe! Time to head down to La Jolla shores to try my new gadgets out!

13/06/2019

A Journey is Best Measured in Friends, rather than miles ~ This past Tuesday, I had an amazing conversation with a beautiful lady I met during my travels. From the first day we met, I knew Lisa Sivels and I would be friends for life! During our chat, Lisa mentioned she had been saving 10% on Carnival Gift Cards by signing up online for AARP Rewards, doing surveys, earning points and then redeeming those points for travel gift cards! Genius idea that is too good not to pass along to my Waterlust Family :)

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13/06/2019

HEALTHY CRUISING ~ Over the years throughout my travels, like so many others, I've come home from my vacations several pounds heavier, bloated and not being able to fit into my pants! With all of the tempting sugary alcoholic drinks, abundance of food and sweet treats.....it happens!

As I get ready to embark on my Alaskan Adventure, I thought it would be fun to share my plans to ensure that I don't need to be rolled off the ship, and prove that you can still have a great cruise vacation! I've come up with a plan to stay healthy while traveling, yet still indulge in fun while having a memorable time.

Typically 5 days prior to cruising, my mouth starts watering at the thought of the infamous embarkation FunShip Special with a Ringer from Guy's Burger! This cruise, rather than focus on food, I've made plans to stay active.... from simple things like ditching the elevators and walking, daily exercise in the gym, indulging myself by relaxing in the spa, choose adventure activities on land (hiking, sportsfishing, dog sledding, exploring glaciers), joining the nightly dance parties, drinking plenty of water and getting plenty of rest.

If you want to follow my healthy cruising journey, next week I will be providing daily updates in the comments below :)

28/05/2019

Carnival Cruise Line named Carnival Sunrise this past week during a ceremony that took place in New York City. The cruise ship was transformed from Carnival Triumph into Carnival Sunrise during a $200 million renovation earlier this year.

Carnival Sunrise was officially named on Thursday by godmother Kelly Arison – daughter of Carnival Corporation & plc Chairman Micky Arison and his wife Madeleine – in an elegant and memorable ceremony at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal in New York City.

As a Carnival godmother, Kelly Arison carries on a family tradition – her mother, Madeleine was godmother to the ship when it first entered service in 1999, and her grandmother Lin Arison served as godmother to Carnival Sunrise’s sister ship, Carnival Sunshine, in 2013.

In a unique twist, the naming of Carnival Sunrise was commemorated with Arison “uncorking” a custom-made, four-foot-high confetti-filled champagne bottle sculpture designed by world-renowned and Miami-based artist Romero Britto. The one-of-a-kind bottle features Britto’s signature vibrant colors, bold patterns and elements of cubism, pop art and graffiti, as well as Carnival-inspired designs.

Smaller versions of the bottle will be sold onboard with proceeds benefiting the Ehlers-Danlos Society (EDS), an organization dedicated to serving those with joint hypermobility spectrum disorders, of which Arison is a strong advocate. Carnival also made a donation to the organization as part of the naming festivities.

Kathie Lee Gifford, who has had a longstanding 35-year relationship with Carnival Cruise Line, took a moment to address the crowd and extend her best wishes to Arison as godmother, a role that Gifford served for two Carnival cruise ships, Celebration in 1987 and Ecstasy in 1991.

The event included a video featuring players from the Miami Heat, of which Micky Arison is a managing general partner. In the video, Dwyane Wade and Alonzo Mourning, as well as former Miami Heat player and Carnival’s Chief Fun Officer Shaquille O’Neal, congratulated Arison.

As part of a fleetwide $2 billion ship enhancement program, Carnival Sunrise features all of Carnival’s popular branded food, beverage and entertainment innovations with new offerings such as Guy’s Burger Joint and Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse, in collaboration with Food Network star and longtime partner Guy Fieri; The Chef’s Table fine dining experience; cocktail pharmacy-themed Alchemy Bar; a new WaterWorks aqua park; SportSquare recreation area; and a Serenity adults-only retreat, among many others.

Carnival Sunrise will spend the summer in New York operating four- to 14-day voyages before repositioning to Fort Lauderdale, Fla., for a winter schedule of Caribbean and Bahamian cruises beginning in October. Carnival Sunrise then heads back to New York for another season of cruises beginning in spring 2020.

Contact Waterlust Vacations to book your next Carnival Cruise today (951) 216-9724 or [email protected]

13/04/2019

Attention Waterlust Clients ~ please be advised that Carnival intends to fully address the issues raised at Wednesday's court conference. Carnival Corporation has been very transparent about the December 2016 issue with Princess Cruises, which has recently been blown up by the media.

Cruise ship grey water has been an ongoing issue within the travel industry for ALL cruise lines. The impact on water quality, depends on the characteristics involved with the discharge (e.g., constituents present, levels of discharge) and the characteristics of the receiving waters (e.g., currents, temperature).

Carnival Corporation remains committed to leave places we touch even better than when we first arrived, both in the best interests of the guests and the oceans upon which we travel.

Until the official statement is released by CCL, I wanted to share with you some facts from the CCL Sustainability Report.

05/03/2019

Waterlust Vacations is excited to announce it has recently become a PREFERRED AGENT for Rendezvous 5 star, adults only, all inclusive resort for couples on the island of Saint Lucia in the Caribbean Sea.

Rendezvous ranked #5 in the “Top 10 Best Locations for Weddings and Honeymoons” according to Perfect Places by Travel Weekly, in association with Oneworld.

Surrounded by two miles of powdery beach and exotic tropical gardens, the only outside influence here is entirely at your discretion – impeccable service, a host of activities, and exceptional menus and wine lists.

Discover Rendezvous.... and find the place and time to steal away together.

An all inclusive St. Lucia package at Rendezvous includes:
* 5 star accommodations.
* Unlimited use of all the facilities at the resort.
* Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, with three restaurant
options to choose from.
* All beverages including premium brand alcohol and wine
by the bottle at dinner.
* Land and water sports including motorized water sports
and SCUBA boat dives with personalized instruction.
* Unlimited tennis with our on-site tennis Pro.
* Free Wi-fi Service.
* Manager’s Cocktail Party weekly.
* Nightly entertainment.
* Taxes and gratuities.

Contact Debra @ Waterlust Vacations to book today

14/02/2019

Happy Valentine’s Day! Tag that special someone you’d love to go on a Carnival cruise with. ❤️

13/12/2018

2020 is going to be Epic! Introducing "BOLT", the first ever rollercoaster at sea! Contact Waterlust today and book your next adventure on the Carnival Mardi Gras!

Coming to Mardi Gras in 2020!

13/12/2018

2020 is going to be Epic! Introducing the first ever roller coaster at sea! Contact me to book your cruise on the Mardi Gras!