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Calling all Anglophiles! Between May 10 and 14, British Heritage
Tours (BHT) is offering a fam trip that includes a full day
at the British Travel Trade Fair, the premier showcase
for over 400 UK/Ireland travel products. The itinerary includes
a private viewing of the medieval chained library in Hereford
Cathedral; an out of hours tour of dramatic Eastnor
Castle ; “retail therapy” at Royal Worcester Porcelain;
a special tour of the Shakespeare
Houses; two more private visits to see the art collection
at Compton Verney and
at Upton House;
a backstage tour, dinner and performance at the Royal Shakespeare
Theatre; and a full day at the Travel Trade Fair. Also included
is an evening in London. Theater tickets can be purchased
in advance. The land only price is $369 per person and BHT
will even refund the trip cost when you sell a small group
tour for 10 passengers! |
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May 14 - 21, 2007 experience La Dolce Vita in the
most popular destinations in Southern Italy - Naples, Pompeii,
Positano, Sorrento & more. Guided tours of Montecasino,
the ancient ruins at Pompeii, Torre del Greco Cameo Factory,
Naples, Positano, Amalfi, Salerno and the pottery making town
of Vietri. Local farm visit, pizza making class, and plenty
of free time to explore and shop. Gala dinner and tarantella
show. Optional tours of the island of Capri and ancient Herculaneum.
Includes 6 nights 4-star hotel accommodations, breakfast and
dinner daily (wine with dinner), sightseeing tours every day,
luxury motorcoach transfers, and more. Roundtrip airfare from
your home city to Rome not included. Each agent can bring up
to 3 companions. Must be CLIA member (for
more on CLIA, log onto www. InteleTravel.com and click on Education ).
Agent Rate: $665, Companion $790. |
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Here are 2 new FAMs added to the 2007 schedule of the world's most sought after travel experiences announced in previous issues of InteleBytes . Abercrombie & Kent is the original luxury travel company. Born as a safari outfitter in 1962, A&K's unparalleled travel services now extend around the globe to more than one hundred countries on all seven continents. Small group private travel with A&K offers the convenience, service and security of a U.S.-based company with support 24/7 from a network of 50 on-site offices. Due to the small group sizes and ultra-luxury, Travel Agent privileges are rare. CLIA membership required (for more on CLIA, log onto www. InteleTravel.com and click on Education ). CHINA
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FAMs
(for you only) The Myanmar Tourism Promotion Board has announced several
fam trips: the Mystical Myanmar FAM Trips:
9 Days/8 Nights covering Yangon, Bagan, Mandalay, and
Inle Lake; the Classic Myanmar FAM Trips: 5
Days/4 Nights covering Yangon, Bagan, Mandalay; and the Fascinating
Myanmar FAM Trips: 5 Days/4 Nights covering Yangon,
Bagan, Inle. Many departure dates April - September 2007. 9
Day Trip Highlights: A visit to Shwedagon Pagoda, with its
amazing mix of pavilions, stupas, images and bells; markets
and lacquerware works; in Mandalay, the beautiful teak monastery
of Shwe Kyaung; the Kuthodaw Pagoda with its 729 marble stone
stabs of Buddhist scriptures; U Bein Wooden Bridge; and a local
silk-weaving factory, traditional gold-leaf making and embroidery
works. In Inle Lake, the floating gardens; the Pindaya Cave
of Buddha images; the traditional paper making and parasol
workshops. In Yangon shop at the sprawling market for gems,
jewelry, lacquerware, woodcarvings, silverware, paintings and
other handicrafts. Also, many hotel site inspections; hosted
lunch, tour operator meet and greet event, and farewell cocktail
reception. Travel Agent Rate $550 (companion $700; single supplement
just $100). Shorter trips are similar, from $400 Agent ($550
Companion). Packages include all accommodations, daily breakfast
at hotels, and special meal events, all transfers, sightseeing
and excursions, all entrance fees, English speaking guide throughout
and domestic airfares. Packages exclude international airfare,
insurance, visa fees, departure airport tax, meals not specified
in the itinerary, personal expenses. |
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Sail Sept. 3-13, 2007 for 10 nights aboard Celebrity Cruises Century roundtrip
from the canals and bridges of cosmopolitan Amsterdam, Holland
to Dover, England with its famous white cliffs and Castle.
Then to Paris, Cork in Ireland ( where you will find the Butter
Exchange, Shandon Bells of St. Anne's Church and crystal cutting)
and the medieval capital of Dublin. After that it's Belfast
in Northern Island to see the grand Victorian and Eduardian
buildings, and to lift a pint of Guinness at the National Trust's
Crown Liquor Saloon, followed by a visit to the quaint shops
and restaurants of Holyhead, on the craggy island of Anglesey
in Wales . At St. Peter Port on the Island of Guernsey, in
the British Channel Islands, you will be charmed by the painted
houses and cobblestone alleys, including the Victor Hugo house.
The Century was just revitalized and boasts all the
top ship features and facilities - including a great spa, Broadway
entertainment and the best cuisine on the seas - in an elegant
contemporary atmosphere. FAM includes best available cabin
accommodations, onboard meals, some beverages, all activities
and entertainment, plus onboard Travel Agent seminar and a
special cocktail reception. 10 nights from $499! (lowest available
public price $1229; rate does not include airfare, gratuities,
government taxes and fees). From OSSN, the Outside Sales Support
Network, the number one trade association representing home-based
Travel Agents like you. |
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3 night all-inclusive stay at Desire Los Cabos Resort & Spa, Mexico. Desire Resorts are the foremost couples only, clothing optional, all-inclusive resorts. This new location is in Baja California, within the hotel zone of San Jose del Cabo, but on a secluded beach with a view of the Sea of Cortes. Includes meals with many gourmet dining options plus 24 hour room service, premium beverages, entertainment and activities (naked beach volleyball, Buddha Night and more!), spa and fitness center, hotel taxes and tips. $80 per person, per night for up to three nights (public rates are $250 - $350 per night for comparable rooms). Additional nights can be booked at 50% discount off superior room rates. For arrivals through Dec 20, 2007. Email reservcabos@desireresorts.com with “Travel Agent Special” clearly identified in your request. Visit www.desireresorts.com for more info. |
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FAM News (see below) and Sterling Vacations are sponsoring
a Seminar-on-Ships aboard Louis Cruises'M/S
Coral , June 10-17th for a 7-Night
Best
of the Western Medditerranean FAM Cruise. Sail
from roundtrip from Marseille, France to Palma de Mallorca,
Spain; Almeria, Spain (stop for optional full-day excursion
to Granada, Spain and the Alhambra Palace); Malaga, Spain;
Gibraltar; Tangiers, Morocco; Ibiza, Spain; Barcelona, Spain;
and Genoa, Italy. There will be a travel agent seminar on board.
Inside cabins are available at only $699 and
Outside cabins are available at only $899.
Companion supplement adds $100 per person. The rate is cruise-only
and does not include airfare, transfers or taxes and fees of
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More on this topic from last issue. We are not being impolite
when the booking engines at InteleTravel.com ask for travelers'
ages. Senior (and Child) Rates can represent real savings in
many types of travel. TIP: Age requirements
vary from Supplier to Supplier, and could be as low as 50 or
as high as 65 or more for Senior rates. Proof of age required
at check in. |
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From Cruise University. December 2 - 8, 2007. 6 Day Cruise roundtrip from Ft Lauderdale to Nassau, Bahamas, Grand Cayman and Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Special Feature: three-time Olympian and peak-performance expert Ruben Gonzalez will deliver motivational and educational lessons about taking control of your business and your life. Ruben, a frequent radio and TV guest (ABC, CBS, and NBC, as well as Time Magazine, BusinessWeek, Success Magazine and internationally) takes people's excuses away. He's the "Rudy of the Olympics", and proof that ordinary people can achieve extraordinary things if they follow a few simple steps. Setting a new standard for peak performance in cruising is the floating resort, Carnival Liberty (click for a virtual tour). With an abundance of duty-free shops, dining options, bars, clubs, onboard activities and the new Carnival Seaside Theatre - a 12 by 22-foot LED screen located poolside for movies, sporting events, concerts, and more - this mega-ship is as much an attraction as the destinations themselves. Offer includes...
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From FAM News, a FAM cruise aboard the Costa
Magica. Depart April 22, 2007, for a unique
7-Night Bermuda & Bahamas Cruise roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale
to Bermuda and Nassau, Bahamas. Enjoy two full days in pristine
Bermuda with its pink sandy beaches, lush foliage, and coral
reefs. Then it is off to Nassau for the sun soaked beaches and
spirit of the Bahamas. Designers spared neither effort nor expense
in creating the Costa Magica. She pays homage to some of Italy's
most fascinating destinations - from Positano to Portofino,
Capri to Grado, Bellagio to Sicily. Each of the ship's public
rooms and restaurants takes guests on a magical voyage to some
of the most beautiful locations in Italy. At 105,000 tons she
is one of the largest cruise ships ever to fly the Italian flag
and the largest ship in Costa's fleet. You will be dazzled and
pampered Italian Style. $299 includes inside cabin
($399 oceanview, $499 balcony), onboard meals, some beverages,
activities and entertainment. There will be two Travel Agent
seminars during the days at sea. Rates are cruise-only, and
do not include airfare, transfers, travel insurance or taxes/fees
of $189 pp. Companion, 3rd/4th, and children rates are the same
as the travel agent rate. |
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This Spring Fairmont Hotels & Resorts invites “Fairmont
FAmous” members, to experience 6 nights at their Canadian
locations - ABSOLUTELY FREE! Fairmont FAmous
is the chain’s travel agent education and recognition
program. As a Fairmont FAmous travel agent, you'll become an
expert on Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and earn valuable rewards
for yourself, including free stays at Fairmont’s luxurious
properties worldwide. This Spring’s amazing offer is available
exclusively to Fairmont Famous members, so if you're not yet
a member, join now at www.fairmont.com/famous.
(New Fairmont FAmous Members: Please allow 24 hours for membership
verification before taking advantage of this offer.) The Queen Elizabeth, Montreal: April - MayMaximum redemption is 2 nights per hotel per member. Maximum one room per night, per member. Dates vary by location, from April 1 to May 31, 2007. Reservation requests must be sent via email. Please send your name, travel agency name (InteleTravel.com), IATAN number and phone numbers (day and evening), as well as your preferred hotel(s) and travel dates (and alternate dates, when possible) to greatcanadiangetaway@fairmont.com. Fairmont will process reservation requests within 72 hours. FAIRMONT OFFER EXTENDED TO MEXICO Two night stay at the Fairmont Mayakoba in the Riviera Maya resort area of Cancun. For bookings by April 30, for travel by Dec 17. First night from $99 (regularly $350 - $500/night). Second night FREE. Must be booked through Fairmont Famous program. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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FAMs (for you only) You will be dazzled and pampered Italian Style. FAM
News (see below) is sponsoring Seminars-on-Ships aboard the
Costa
Magica, April 8-15th for a 7-Night Western
Caribbean Cruise sailing from Fort Lauderdale to Cozumel (Mexico),
Grand Cayman (Cayman Islands), Ocho Rios (Jamaica), Grand Turks
(Turks & Caicos), and back to Fort Lauderdale; and the Costa
Mediterranea, April 8-15th for a 7-Night Eastern
Caribbean Cruise sailing from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan (Puerto
Rico), St. Thomas (US Virgin Islands), Catalina Island (Dominican
Republic), Casa de Campo (Dominican Republic), Nassau (Bahamas),
and back to Fort Lauderdale. There will be two travel agent
seminars during the days at sea. $299 Inside
/ $399 Outside / $499 Balcony;
per person, double occupancy, cruise-only, airfare, transfers,
travel insurance and other personal expenses not included ($195
per person taxes & fees). Travel insurance is an optional $99
per person. Companion rate is the same as the travel agent rate.
The rate for 3rd/4th adults and/or children is $299 plus taxes
and fees. |
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FAMs (for you only) You will be dazzled and pampered Italian Style. FAM
News (see below) is sponsoring Seminars-on-Ships aboard the
Costa
Magica, April 8-15th for a 7-Night Western
Caribbean Cruise sailing from Fort Lauderdale to Cozumel (Mexico),
Grand Cayman (Cayman Islands), Ocho Rios (Jamaica), Grand Turks
(Turks & Caicos), and back to Fort Lauderdale; and the Costa
Mediterranea, April 8-15th for a 7-Night Eastern
Caribbean Cruise sailing from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan (Puerto
Rico), St. Thomas (US Virgin Islands), Catalina Island (Dominican
Republic), Casa de Campo (Dominican Republic), Nassau (Bahamas),
and back to Fort Lauderdale. There will be two travel agent
seminars during the days at sea. $299 Inside
/ $399 Outside / $499 Balcony;
per person, double occupancy, cruise-only, airfare, transfers,
travel insurance and other personal expenses not included ($195
per person taxes & fees). Travel insurance is an optional $99
per person. Companion rate is the same as the travel agent rate.
The rate for 3rd/4th adults and/or children is $299 plus taxes
and fees. |
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Paris, Loire Valley & Provence
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OSSN 2007 Spring International Conference to Delhi, Agra, Jaipur
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Gucci lust? Prada envy? Fendi dreams? Have we got the Fam for you! Depart April 14, 2007 for an 8 day designer-shopping-themed Fam tour. Includes guided tour of Florence, a Chianti winery tour and tasting, and visits to over 100 hard to find, honest-to-goodness designer outlets including Gucci, Armani, Prada and Fendi. Fabulous finds for frugal fashionistas! Also includes Air from New York on Air France, First Class accommodations, daily breakfasts, two dinners, one lunch, transportation and sightseeing: $1695 per person. Non-Agent Companions are eligible at the same rate. (Airline taxes not included). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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FAMs (for you only) This Spring, choose from game viewing safaris, ultra-luxury camps and tree-top lodges, open 4X4 vehicle drives, Karen Blixen's home (from Out of Africa), a delightful hotel barge cruise past the vineyards and chateaux of France, and more of the world's most sought after travel experiences. At Travel Agent discounts! Abercrombie & Kent is the original luxury travel company. Born as a safari outfitter in 1962, A&K's unparalleled travel services now extend around the globe to more than one hundred countries on all seven continents. Small group or tailor made private travel with A&K offers the convenience, service and security of a U.S.-based company with support 24/7 from a network of 50 on-site offices to ensure "by invitation only" access to inspiring experiences. A&K covers... Travel Agent Educational Trips Just Released
For reservations and more details go to www.abercrombiekent.com click on Agent Services at the bottom and register. Or call 800.554.7016 or 630.954.2944. Or Fax request and copy of CLIA proof of membership to 630.954.3324, attention A&K FAM's. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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March 18-25, 2007, stay in a charming Tuscan Farmhouse Villa Close to San Gimignano. Includes: roundtrip motorcoach airport transfers, beautiful accommodations, breakfast daily, four dinners, wine tasting & olive oil making, tours of Siena, Florence, Assisi and more. All rooms with private bath. All dinners use organic foods grown on the farm. Not included: airfare, beverages, personal items, tips to guides/drivers, and optional tours. Agents $739; Non Agent Companion $819. CLIA ID required (for more on CLIA, log onto www.InteleTravel.com, click on Education). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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February 28 to March 6, for 7 days and 6 nights, join Holland America Line, and co-sponsor the Alaska Convention and Visitors Bureau, for a winter land FAM (not a cruise), featuring the press start of the famed Iditarod dog sled race, and the Anchorage/Fairbanks Alaska region. Start out in Seattle where you will meet your Tour Director at a cocktail reception exclusively for you, and stay overnight. Then fly Alaska Airlines from Seattle to the beautiful city of Anchorage, and a City Tour. Visit the Alaska Native Heritage Center a 26 acre museum presenting the Native history through crafts, storytelling, dance and artifacts. Dine at the famous Musher's Banquet with Iditarod participants. Tour the SeaLife Center (funded in part by the Exxon Valdez settlement), dedicated to understanding and maintaining Alaska's marine ecosystem. See the start of the “Last great race on Earth”, the Iditarod, 1150 miles across the roughest, most beautiful terrain Mother Nature has to offer. Fly to Fairbanks where the Winter Carnival is in full swing! See the ice sculptures in the Ice Park, visit Gold Dredge #8 to try your hand at gold panning, the Aurora Ice Museum (cozy up to the Ice Bar) and the dog kennels at Chena Hot Springs in the Alaskan bush. Enjoy lunch in the Trail's End Restaurant before your very own dog sled ride and kennel tour! At night, marvel at the Northern Lights, and more. Fly back to Seattle and an overnight hotel stay prior to flying home. Includes 6 nights hotel accommodations, all sightseeing and activities, 2 dinners, 2 lunches, 2 breakfasts, Seattle/Alaska roundtrip airfare, transfers and porterage: $749 Agents. $899 companion (limit one, over 18). Taxes and your home city airfare to and from Seattle not included. Requires CLIA ID (for more on CLIA, log onto www.InteleTravel.com, click on Education), and professionally printed Travel Agent Business Card (for easy ordering, log onto www.InteleTravel.com, click on Sales Tools). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Also from OSSN. November 16-26, 2007 join Celebrity Cruise Line for 10 nights aboard the Constellation, departing Fort Lauderdale roundtrip to Charlotte Amalie/St. Thomas (shopping!), Basseterre/St. Kitts (historic sugar island), Bridgetown/Barbados ("Little England"), Castries/St. Lucia (unspoiled), and Philipsburg/St. Maarten (beaches/French villages and restaurants). The Constellation is the newest of the Millennium-class ships, with 2,000 passengers, Internet Café, conservatory garden by floral designer Emilio Robbia, Ocean Liners Restaurant, AquaSpa the most luxurious spa afloat, and everything else you would expect from a top ship, PLUS the best cuisine on the seas. Includes all onboard meals, activities and entertainment...plus special Cruise seminar training, Travel Agent cocktail reception and wine with dinner on select evenings! Just $399 plus taxes and tips - almost 70% off the lowest public fare. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Travel Agents are invited to experience the famous Mount Tremblant ski resort in Eastern Canada, with some of the best ski conditions in North America, at up to 50% off. Until Feb 28th, stay at L'Erabliere (2 and 3 bedroom ski-in homes, Jacuzzis, fireplace, kitchens, stroll to village), La Clariere (3 bedroom homes on the slopes with the same amenities), Condotels (budget studio and 1 bedroom condos, with fireplaces, in the village), and at the popular L'Aiglon Resort (2,3,4,and 5 br condos with all amenities, just minutes from the slopes). Travel Agent rates from $30 per person per night, lodging only. 2 or 3 night minimum stay. 7 night maximum. Taxes not included. Travel agents and their companions only. |
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Join Celebrity Cruise Line aboard the Millenium for either of two amazing FAM cruises.   For more information, click one of the itinerary links above or Click here for a FAM Reservation Form. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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March 23-26, 2007. Sailing roundtrip for 3 nights, from Miami to Royal Caribbean's private island, CoCo Cay, and Nassau in The Bahamas. Majesty of the Seas carries 2,700 passengers, with a rock climbing wall, Casino Royale, 2 outdoor pools, 2 whirlpools, Ship Shape Day Spa & Fitness Center, 9 lounges, 24 hour complimentary room service, even a basketball court. Price includes all onboard meals, activities, entertainment and run of ship/best available cabin. From $99 pp plus tax and tips. For itinerary details, shore excursions and more, click here. From OSSN, the Outside Sales Support Network, the number one trade association representing home-based Travel Agents like us. |
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Growing in popularity lately, Vietnam beckons to returning war veterans and new adventurers alike. March 3, 2007 embark on an 11-day escorted tour including airfare, visiting Hanoi, Ha Long, Da Nang, Hue, and Ho Chi Minh City. Includes roundtrip air from Los Angeles via Singapore Airlines, intra-Asia airfare, transfers, superior hotel accommodations, most meals, hotel service charges and taxes, sightseeing with English speaking guides. $1,695. Companion supplement is $200. Wat and Phnom Penh extension for 3 days is $550 for the agent, $650 for the companion. A 3-night extension to Singapore is available for $295 per person (agent or companion). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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AGENT RATES Travel Agent rate from the Tahiti
Inter-Continental Beachcomber, one of the finest resorts in Tahiti.
Featuring 30 lagoonside acres of tropical gardens, with spectacular views
across to the soaring peaks of Tahiti's sister Island, Moorea; the romantic
restaurant, Le Lotus. associated with the 3 star Michelin rated L'Auberge
de l'Ill; home to "Les Grands Ballets de Tahiti", the island's
internationally-renowned dance group performing in their onsite dinner theatre;
the Acquatic diving center (From scuba diving to kayaking and whale watching);
and a myriad of bars, lounges, restaurants and activites. Agents enjoy a
panoramic room with a breathtaking view of the beautiful island of Moore,
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April 6 – 14, 2007, take a 7 night Superior First Class Danube River Cruise through Holland and Belgium at Tulip Time aboard the MS Bolero river cruise ship (not a barge), just built in 2004. All outside cabins (90), with private bath facilities, telephone, satellite TV, minibar, hairdryer, heating and air conditioning. The ship has a restaurant, bar, café, fitness center and sundeck, and is owned by Premicon Fund, which owns a fleet of 21 river cruise vessels. Tip : unlike ocean cruising, River Cruise rates usually include shore excursions and sightseeing. On this sailing, that means a tour of Amsterdam including a visit the Riijksmuseum and a canal cruise in a glass-top boat to view historic homes, 16th century merchant houses, and charming churches with bell towers. Plus visit Edam and a cheese factory, and the Open Air Museum, a magnificent park with more than 80 historic houses and farms providing a unique view of daily life and work in the Netherlands over the past 250 years. Also, see Antwerp and Rubens' House; the 19 windmills of Kinderdijk, a UNESCO World Heritage site, built in 1740 to reclaim land from the sea; colorful tulip fields; charming port villages with narrow cobblestone streets and fortified gates; and more. Visit the Keukenhof Gardens, famous for dazzling fields of tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths. View the lakes, sculpture gardens, greenhouses, and windmill. Optional tours of Bruges and medieval Ghent. Also included:
Special Travel Agent Rate: $999 cruise only ($1799 public price); $1629 Agent Cruise & Air Rate. Non-Agent Companion welcome at same rate. Balcony cabin upgrade available for just $200. To reserve your spot on this trip, call 800.682.3333, www.gate1travel.com |
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7 days In Peru: Lima, Cusco, Pisac & Ollantaytambo with Machu Picchu. Departure Feb. 15, 2007. HOME BASED AGENTS WELCOME, plus spouse or companion. Program includes:
$1118.00 per agent, double. Supplement spouse or companion. For full itinerary & registration details, call Cruisetours 800.996.2629 or 305.669.0885 |
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Agents can experience this unusual and fun 3-day trip to Reno, Nevada, by train through the Sierra Nevada Mountains via the Reno Snow Train, departing Emeryville, California, on Jan 30. The train features a dance car, piano lounge, bar/café, historical narration of the stunning scenery, strolling minstrels, and light meals. Includes 2 nights stay at the Harrah's Reno, roundtrip train rides, several meals, entertainment, taxes and a "Winner's Book" of Valuable Coupons for meals, drinks and much more. All for just $45 per person (public prices from $229 - $289)! Non-Agent Companions eligible at the same rate. |
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Adventureland Travel invites agents to the famous Paro Festival
in Bhutan on its 16-day FAM to the Tibetan Budhist Kingdom of Bhutan, between
China and India, and to the Indian states of West Bengal and Sikkim, in the
Himalayas. Depart March 19 and visit Darjeeling in West Bengal, with a stop
at a former British Hill Station and the chance to shop for pashmina, Kashmir
and silk in the market. Then to the popular hot springs with a full view of
the Himalayas in West Sikkim. In Gangtok, the fairy tale capital, you’ll pay
a visit to the sacred Tsomgo Lake near the border of Tibet. In Kalimpong, receive
firsthand old British Raj charm at the Gandhi Ashram School where you'll view
traditional Tibetan dances and a student concert. And the best part of the
trip is the last three days spent in Paro, which coincides with their most
important festival. Be one of the few westerners to see the monks in brilliant
costumes and masks of both wrathful and peaceful deities, as they re-enact
the legends and history of Buddhism in the Dragon Kingdom. The festival culminates
in the spectacular unraveling of the 350 year old Thangkha, a four story high
Buddhist religious painted scroll or banner, celebrating the deeds of the 8th
century Guru Padmasambava, who is credited with introducing Buddhism to Bhutan.
Land-only rates start at $2,368 and include hotel, three meals
daily, all land transportation, local guide, and all sightseeing as per itinerary.
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European Barging invites agents to cruise along the Rhine and Moselle rivers in Germany and France, on Peter
Deilmann Cruises' five-star
Heidelberg with stops in Frankfurt, Speyer, Strasbourg/Alsace region of France, Mannheim, Worms, Cochem, Koblenz, and Rudesheim. The best part of the FAM is that agents who book a 2008 European Barging group cruise (minimum eight cabins) on Peter Deilmann's vessels (Casanova,
Heidelberg, Mozart, and Princess de Provence) will receive the FAM for FREE. Departing May 26, the highlights of the 8-day tour include a full day of sightseeing in Strasbourg with visits to the Alsace region. From there, agents will take a city tour of Heidelberg and make a stop at the Botanic Forest in Mannheim. En route to Koblenz, where agents visit the Ehrenbreitstein fortress, agents stop in Cochem, where they'll take a city tour and visit the Imperial Castle. Click the link above for an impressive tour and description of this state-of-the-art, luxury river ship. Rates start at $1,799 pp and include a 7-night cruise in an outside cabin-upper deck, select daily meals, five sightseeing excursions, wine with dinner, and fuel and port taxes. |
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Mediterranean Vacations invites agents on a 6-day Italy FAM. The independent FAM, with many departures from Jan. to June, 2007, sends agents on a tour of Rome and includes visits to St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City, the Roman Coliseum and the Trevi Fountain. Also includes 5-night accommodations at a four-star hotel, breakfast daily, all sightseeing and tours as per itinerary, and transportation between cities via rail or bus. Land-only rates start at $599. An optional excursion to Naples and Pompeii is available for $95. Agents will depart from Rome and drive along the Sun Route motorway, crossing the regions of Lazio and Campania. The scenic drive offers a panoramic view of Naples and ends with lunch in an Italian restaurant with a view of Pompeii. |
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Dolce International is a global hospitality company specializing in the meetings experience for its customers. The company has a collection of 22 unique hotels, resorts and conference centers in the United States, Canada and Europe. Each property features a different style ranging from a historic castle, to an authentic alpine village, to a New England-style country resort, to a French chateau, to a traditional corporate learning center. Contact them for special FAM rates for travel agents. |
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The Drury Hotel family is offering travel agents a special rate to stay at their mid-scale properties across the US. 17 states and 90 locations, mostly in the South and Midwest, including Drury Inns and Suties, Pear Tree Inns, and other brands. The Drury Hotels have been rated #1 in customer satisfaction with their squeaky clean rooms, friendly service, and great value. Please contact them for the current special rate for their properties. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The Mercure Accor Hotels, located in 47 countries with 750 individual properties, are offering travel agents great low rates of 25%,
50%, or 75% off. Amsterdam
Budapest, Paris, Sao Paulo, Sydney, Berlin, London, Munich, Prague, Nice, Rome, Vienna - plus South Africa, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, China, Indonesia, Japan, the Caribbean and more. Each Mercure hotel is different, resonating perfectly with its region. In their restaurants they offer their Mercure Fine Wines collection, selected in a blind tasting by a jury of experts and connoisseur customers. Their chefs design menus to let the guest discover typical regional flavors and specialties.
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Marc Resorts of Hawaii offers travel agents up to 50% off at their fine properties on Diamond Head Beach on Oahu, near Kapiolani Park, the Waikiki Aquarium, and the Honolulu Zoo; on Maui; on Kauai at the cliff-top Princeville Resort and the Pona Kai Resort; and at the old-Hawaii, Polynesian-style Molokai Resort, and the Molokai Shores at Kaunakakai. Visit Marc Resort's web site, www.MarcResorts.com, log onto their Travel Agent page, and book your Agent rate online. Or call Marc Resorts toll-free at 800.535.0085. CLIA membership and ID required (for more on CLIA, the Cruise Lines International Association, log onto the Agent only area of InteleTravel.com, and click on Education). |
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Unique World Cruises is inviting agents along to experience a land tour of
the intoxicating landscapes of the French and Italian Riviera on its 8-day
France, Monaco, Italy FAM, with visits to Antibes, Cannes, Monte Carlo, and
St. Tropez. Departing March 15, the tour begins in Nice, where guests can stroll
along the famous seaside Promenade des Anglais. Here, agents enjoy a guided
panoramic tour of the "French Riviera capital," including the Cimiez district.
Then it's on to the ancient Greek city of Antibes, with a visit to the Picasso
Museum. From there, participants can sightsee in Cannes-where the renowned
film festival takes place—including taking a stroll through Le Susquet, and
along the famous Croisette Boulevard. That's followed by a visit to Monaco,
home to more millionaires per capita than any other country in the world. Optional
excursions to San Remo in Italy, Port Grimaud and Saint Tropez are available.
Includes transatlantic flight from New York (JFK) via Air
France, airport transfers, accommodations, welcome cocktail, hotel
service charge and taxes, buffet breakfast and dinner daily, a farewell dinner,
guided sightseeing tours, and all local tourist taxes: From $1,198. Companion
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8 day, sun-dappled trek to Palermo for three nights, Leonforte for one night
and Taormina for two nights, March 3 - 10, 2007. Visit aroma-filled local markets,
castles, cathedrals, Roman villas and temples. Stop at an olive-oil farm for
some antipasti, tour Sicilian wineries, and sample local Sicilian dishes. Also
visit Agrigento, Caltagirone, "the city of ceramics", and the Mt Etna
volcano. Includes transfers, first class accommodations, 6 buffet breakfasts,
most meals, welcome and farewell dinner at local restaurants, deluxe motorcoach/mini-coach
with air-conditioning, professional tour director, local guides, sightseeing & excursions,
cableway to Erice City Center, admission fees, and hotel & city taxes. $799.
Companion supplement: $160. For detailed
itinerary, click here. (log in as Travel Agent)
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Hungry for an ancient culture shrouded in mystery and magic, the rich traditions
of the former Kingdom of Siam, a 21st Century shopping spree, or just some
of the best food the world has to offer? This 8 Day escorted FAM tour, including
air, offers several departure dates in Jan, March, April and May of 2007. Includes
roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles to Bangkok via EVA Air, fully escorted,
ground transfers, 8 nights in deluxe hotel accommodations - 3 nights in Bangkok,
5 nights in Chang Mai - elaborate buffet breakfast daily and most meals, 6
sightseeing tours of Thailand's
most popular attractions including a visit to the Damnernsaduak Floating Market,
the Grand Palace, and a full day Elephant safari, hotel inspections, plenty
of time for shopping and optional tours. All taxes except airline and departure
taxes are also included: $1,568. Companion supplement is $445. Air upgrade
is available for $395. Optional excursions to Golden Triangle, Phuket, other
popular destinations. CLIA membership required. (For more
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January 25 - February 2, 2007. From Papeete to Moorea with stops in Bora Bora and Tikehau, VIP
Escapes has prepared a luxurious and in-depth FAM trip to the place that created the term "island paradise", and is one of the world's leading destinations for honeymoons and secluded getaways. For 8 nights, let yourself be pampered while learning about and the amazing service offered by the 5 star Pearl
Resorts and Air Tahiti Nui. Lagoons, atolls, hibiscus and impossibly colored fish await you.
Includes round trip air (out of Los Angeles - Other cities available/Upgrades to Business Class available), 8 nights in 5 star resorts, daily breakfasts, two tour conductors, site inspections and lunches, transfers, full day excursions, snorkeling, shark & ray feeding and private picnic on a motus (small island). Airport taxes & surcharges included. $1,998 ($4,399 value). To inquire or reserve, contact Jennifer at VIP Escapes: 877.901.8687 or via email: jennifer@vipescapes.com. |
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FAMs (for you only) It isn't only hotels, cruise ships and other major travel suppliers that recognize
your professional status and offer you privileges. There are also thousands
of attractions, shows, museums, theme parks and more. Take Orlando, Florida,
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Choose from 5 different Cruise Fams aboard MSC Cruises Lirica, from OSSN (Outside Sales Support Network) - the #1 Travel Industry Trade Association solely representing and supporting the Home
Based Travel Agent. 11 NT CARIBBEAN AND WEST INDIESEvery port holds history, quaint shopping, even adventure if you want it. Plus don't forget the spa, casino and entertainment aboard ship! Italian style, service and crew, with 24 hour room service, gourmet 7-course dinners, in-cabin mini-bars and more. The Lirica promises an atmosphere and service comparable to the best of Italian hotels. 11 nights all-inclusive cruising (includes accommodations, meals, some beverages, all entertainment, activities and more) $499 inside stateroom (published rate $1800). $659 guaranteed oceanview (published rate $2100). That's as much as 75% off, and from just $45 a night! For details on all 5 sailings and Fam Reservation Form click here. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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February 3 - 10, 2007. This is the ship everyone is talking about -- Navigator of the Seas -- sailing roundtrip from Miami to the Western Caribbean: Haiti, Jamaica, Grand Cayman, and Cozumel This revolutionary seafaring marvel comes complete with skating rink, street fair, and rock-climbing wall! Even with a week onboard, you'll be able to have dinner in a different setting each night. Discover a private island. Dive the turquoise waters of Grand Cayman. Feel the power of the Mayan pyramids in Cozumel. Complete the voyage refreshed, reenergized and with some great tips on how to earn more selling cruises. Cruise and Travel University Tuition Includes:
To book, click here or call 954.491.2269 |
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From June 6th - June 10th, Branson, Missouri, “Home of Real American Entertainment,” is
holding its annual Sales/Educational Conference Tour, Destined
for Branson 2007. You and other travel professionals from across the
United States and Canada will be hosted by more than 100 Branson tourism-related
businesses, treated to two “Big Shows”, experience fine dining, and comfortable
Ozark lodging. You’ll hear about what’s new and exciting with Branson’s attractions,
shopping areas, theaters and shows. And at Marketplace you’ll have the opportunity
to learn sales tips for selling Branson. Register early, as space is limited.
Includes 5 days/4 nights lodging, meals, entertainment, local transportation
and events: $295. Spouse or guests welcome at the same rate. Optional Post-Event
FAM: $150. All participants must be at least 21 years of age; Agent must
be with InteleTravel for one year.
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FAMs (for you only)
Puerto Rico, Curacao, Jamaica, The Bahamas, Trinidad/Tobago, Mauritius, Barbados, the Dominican Republic and more. Hilton Hotels, Resorts & Spas has 14 locations in the Caribbean with travel agent rates starting at $50 single and $60 double with breakfast included, and children under the age of 18 stay free. CLIA ID required (see below). Rate valid through Dec 31, 2006, subject to availability. |
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The Delta Queen Steamboat Company, Inc., has the greatest - and most unique - way to see the heartland of our great nation! Step aboard the legendary Delta
Queen® , and the magnificent Mississippi
Queen®, and now the grand American
Queen®, the largest steamboat ever built. All three are the only genuine, overnight paddlewheelers plying America's rivers, for a journey brimming with fun, discovery and all-American heritage. Experience Steamboatin'® : A unique blend of American beauty and history, sumptuous river cuisine, lively "showboat" style entertainment, and the adventure of exploring Mark Twain's riverside America. Sail (at 8 mph) past charming historic river ports, lively cities, and stately plantations, attended to by an all American crew amid Victorian splendor. Ports of call include New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Nashville, Memphis, St. Louis, St. Paul, Pittsburgh, Birmingham and more, with cruise themes like Civil War, Fall Foliage, Big Band and Country Music. Travel Agent Cruise-only rate of $50 pp per day including Riverview stateroom, three sumptuous meals a day plus afternoon tea and late-night snacks, entertainment (nightly dancing, Calliope concerts, Riverlorian®, and more), countless activities and taxes (plus $4 pp per day fuel charge). Gratuities must be prepaid. Call for space availability. CLIA required (see below).
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RockResorts' La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa, located in Santa Fe,
New Mexico, and The
Lodge & Spa at Cordillera, located in Colorado's Vail Valley, invite Travel
Agents to experience either resort for only $139 for two nights (more than 70%
off best available rates), through May 31, 2007! This special offer includes
a complimentary breakfast or lunch and a property tour led by the resort's sales
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January 24-30, 2007, visit Adare, Dingle, Killarney, Blarney, Waterford and Dublin on this great FAM tour perfect for Agents with upscale clients looking for a Deluxe/Luxury Irish experience. Here are some of the historic and 5-star properties where you will stay...Adare
Manor (Leading Hotels of the World), a magnificent 18th Century Manor/Castle on 900 acres overlooking the River Maigue. Former home of the Earls of Dunraven, it is an architectural masterpiece of towers, turrets, and stonework, surrounded by breathtaking gardens. The
Killarney Great Southern Hotel, built by the railroad in 1854 Victorian Splendor, and host to Presidents and Princes. Faithlegg
Manor Home, an 18th Century country mansion restored to provide luxury accommodation in Ireland's magnificent South East. The
Westbury Hotel (Leading Hotels of the World), one of the most luxurious five star Dublin hotels. And more! Tour includes 5 nights at luxurious hotels, full Irish breakfast daily, three haute cuisine dinners, sightseeing, services of professional driver and guide, deluxe portfolio of travel documents, porterage, all taxes and service charges, and more! Experience High Tea in Olde World lobbies. Meet Irish storytellers. Enjoy escorted pub crawls with traditional music. Agents: $1399 (with air from San Francisco or Los Angeles), $1249 (with air from Newark). Non-Agent companions welcome at $100 supplement. |
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Nov. 28, 2006, Women in Tourism International
Alliance (WITIA), a networking organization (which also welcomes men) invites you to join a 5-day tour of New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Mobile. Billed as a "recovery tour", the object of the trip is not to dwell on Hurricane Katrina, but rather to focus on the beauty and many attractions of the area. Highlights include a classic jazz brunch at the Court
of the Two Sisters in the French Quarter; an airboat Bayou tour; tour of Houmas Plantation, one of the crown jewels of Louisiana's River Road; plus several other historic homes, including Huey Long's Governor's Mansion, and Bellingrath Gardens and Mansion, a Southern gem which will be decked out for the festive season. In Mobile, experience the "gumbo" culture reflecting French, British and Spanish roots, and visit the Carnival Museum in this first U.S. city to hold a Mardi Gras (in 1703). Land only, includes accommodations, ground transportation, admissions, some meals and more. Agent Rate: $399; companions sharing a double room with an industry professional are welcomed for an additional $150. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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8-days, fully escorted, departing Nov 4, 2006 for Florence, Siena, the Chianti District, Brunello and more. Highlights:
Call 888.914.4100 for details, or visit Travel Agent area of www.GoAndiamo.com for registration form. |
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Dec. 8-Dec. 14 Special agent rates for a standard room at Yosemite's historic
Four-Diamond Ahwanee
Lodge. As a National Historic Landmark and one of the most distinctive
resort hotels in North America, The
Ahwahnee (built 1925) is well known for its great granite facade,
striking beamed ceilings, massive stone hearths, richly-colored Native American
artwork and finely appointed rooms. Featuring 123 rooms with exceptional
views of Yosemite Valley's spectacular scenery including Half Dome, Yosemite
Falls and Glacier Point. this Yosemite National Park lodging masterpiece
offers a perfect balance of history, hospitality and elegance. It's no wonder
that for generations this AAA® Four-Diamond grand hotel has been the destination
of queens and presidents alike. Includes use of all park shuttles. Park entrance
fee not included. Advance registration for activities and dining available.
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Nov. 4, 2006, depart for a 7-day FAM to a different kind of Brazil, featuring the island state of Santa Catarina, the main destination of Germans who immigrated to Brazil, and host to the largest Octoberfest outside Germany. Visit the capital of Florianopolis, surrounded by famous beaches, sand dunes and small islands, and site of many world surfing championships. See colonial fortresses and architecture, Portuguese fishing villages, lace and handicraft markets, and sophisticated resorts with top restaurants and nightlife. Also visit Camboriu, the top vacation destination for beach-seeking Argentines, famous for its beach sports, never-ending supply of fresh seafood cuisine (especially shrimp in all variations) and New Year's eve fireworks. Also visit Emperatriz ds Caldas and some of the prettiest islands in the area. Includes roundtrip air from New York or Miami on TAM, seven days First Class and Deluxe hotel accommodations, most meals, extensive touring, airport transfers and more. Agent rate: $399; companion and spouse rates available. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Tara Tours invites agents to visit Central America's best-kept secret on its Nicaragua FAM. Departing Nov. 28, the guided tour will take agents on an exploration through a country full of rich-green tropics, mountains, volcanoes, lakes, rivers, lush rainforests and broad sunny beaches. Tour the city of Leon, exploring the local earthquake ruins and the colonial architecture, including the largest cathedral in Central America. From there, Agents will stop in the colonial Spanish town of Granada, home to the oldest convent in America. Visit the active Masaya Volcano and its volcanic lagoon, followed by a boat ride down the Nicaragua River. Then it's on to the beautiful Barcelo
Montelimar Beach Resort & Casino for a day of all-inclusive leisure and relaxation. Rates start at $999 and include roundtrip air (from Miami) and domestic air in Nicaragua, accommodations, some meals, sightseeing tours and admission fees, ground transfers, English-speaking guide, room taxes and tips. |
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Nov 16, 2006, this 12 day FAM departs for Beijing, the Great Wall, Delhi,
Agra, Jaipur and more. In Beijing, see the Imperial Palace in the Forbidden
City, Tian An Men Square, Temple of Heaven, the Summer Palace of the emperor,
take a rickshaw tour of the old quarter, and of course have a Beijing Duck
dinner. In Delhi, visit the Red Fort, ancient tombs and Indira Gandhi museum.
In Agra, see Akbar's Tomb, the fort and the Taj Mahal. In Jaipur, capital
of Rajasthan, visit the city palace museum, observatory, and ride an elephant!
Also great shopping throughout. Includes round trip air from San Francisco
via Air China. 12 days Superior to Deluxe accommodations, most meals, all
sightseeing and air conditioned transportation. Travel Agents: $1949.00.
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Gutsy Women Travel, a new division of our long-time partner Gate 1 Travel, is offering savings of 50 percent on its 7-day Christmas
Markets Danube River cruise. Here's part of their philosophy: We
believe that there is a Gutsy Woman inside each of us; one who occasionally
needs to make time for herself to refresh and renew her mind, spirit and
body…in the company of other like-minded women in fascinating destinations.
Women are traditionally caregivers, regularly placing the needs of everyone
else in their lives ahead of their own. Yet it is undeniably important that
women take the time to nurture themselves and travel is one of the best ways
to do just that! Some of our Gutsy Women travelers have never been on trips
on their own, without children and husbands. By the end of the first night, women
are hugging each other and telling their life stories. Gutsy Women Travel programs focus on how women travel: designed to appeal to multi-tasking natures; incorporate safety, quality and comfort in accommodations; trip pacing (there are no early morning departures and stays of at least two days in any hotel); intimate experiences; plus free time for individual exploration. Trips are primarily seven days or less as women are time-deprived. Departing Dec. 9, this cruise from Vienna to Regensburg visits four world-famous Christmas markets in the land of storybook Christmasses. Cruise along the Danube through Austria and Germany, calling at Vienna & the Rathaus Christmas Market, Melk, the Linz Christmas Market, Salzburg, Passau, the Regensburg Christmas Market, and Munich. Travel aboard the modern MS Viktoria (built 2004). Staterooms boast all the amenities: private baths, telephone, satellite TV, minibar, etc. The ship has an elegant restaurant, bar, café, fitness center, Jacuzzi and sundeck. Highlights include:
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Last week we told you about great last minute steals on the tall sailing ships of STAR CLIPPER, for your customers. This week, we have FAM trips for you! From $425 for 6 or 7 night sailings in the unspoiled Caribbean, and from $495 for Far East cruises from Phuket in Thailand, in November and December. (Public rates are.$1800+ for these sailings; these FAM offers are even less than half the last minute specials!). Non-Agent spouse or companion welcome at the same rate. Amazing single occupancy rates available too. Must be a CLIA member to qualify (see above). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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December 10, 2006 - December 17, 2006 cruise the Eastern
Caribbean Aboard Royal Caribbean Cruise Line's Mariner
of the Seas, roundtrip from Port Canaveral, Florida (near Kennedy
Space Center and Disneyworld; swim with the Manatees) to Cococay, Bahamas
(Aqua Park, waterslide, glass bottom boats and more); Charlotte Amalie, St.
Thomas (Blackbeard's Castle and duty-free shopping); and Philipsburg, St.
Maarten (diving, snorkeling and butterfly farm). Just launched in 2003, Mariner
of the Seas is one of the most exciting cruise ships ever built. With
a total length of 1,020 feet, and a capacity of 3,114 passengers, she has
something for everyone. Part of the Voyager family of cruise ships, which
represents the highest public space-per-guest ratio in the cruise market,
this spectacular ship was designed with enhanced staterooms, expanded dining
options and state-of-the-art recreational facilities like a rock-climbing
wall, ice-skating rink, miniature golf course and basketball court (Johnny
Rockets and Ben & Jerry's, too). Includes inside cabin (with possible upgrade
closer to sailing date), all meals, activities and entertainment. Plus Agents' Cocktail
Reception. Agent rate from $199 all-inclusive! plus airfare,
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FAMs (for you only) Experience the adventures and mysteries of the 8th Wonder
Of The World, the Panama Canal, on Tara Tours' Panama FAM Trip. Departing
Nov. 1 from Miami and returning Nov. 7, the guided tour will visit Panama
City with a stop at Casco Viejo (old colonial Panama City). Included is a
2-night visit to Gamboa Rainforest
Luxury Resort, located on the canal at the Pacfic coast. In this
unique cross between a luxury spa hotel and an environmental educational
park, built in 2000, agents will explore the natural exhibits at Chagras
River and Lake Gatun, and take a ride on a piraguas (dugout canoe)
and the aerial tram into the upper rainforest canopy. There is also an overnight
visit to the deluxe InterContinental
Playa Bonita Resort & Spa. Rates are $998 including roundtrip air
from Miami and domestic air in Panama, tips, accommodations, sightseeing
and tours. Some meals are also included. And an English-speaking tour guide. CLIA membership
required (for more about CLIA log onto the Agents Only area
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FAMs (for you only) This six-night fam to Poland and the Czech Republic, departing Dec 4th, features Christmas markets in Prague and Krakow, the Wieliczka Salt Mine and more. Begins at Krakow airport and ends at Prague airport. Land only, includes many meals, sightseeing, first-class train ticket from Katowice to Prague, all transfers and more. Enjoy the traditional foods, crafts, sights, lights and sounds of the old European Christmas Markets. Agents $779; companion, single rates available. |
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5 days, 4 nights with roundtrip air. Spend three nights in Ariau at the Amazon's
only tree-top lodge, Amazon
Towers Jungle Lodge, and one night in Manaus at the Tropical
Hotel. Includes roundtrip air from Los Angeles, Miami, New York or Orlando,
to Manaus, via Copa Airlines, plus accommodations, most meals and sightseeing,
like daily rainforest jungle excursions and activities at the Lodge, and a half-day
tour of Manaus "Capital
of the Amazon". In Manaus see the historical landmarks of the Rubber Boom,
and "The
Meeting of the Waters" where the brown Solimoes River and the black Rio
Negro merge and travel side by side for many miles without mixing. Also included
all transfers, hotel taxes and service charges, and a document wallet. Many departures
through Nov. 26. Travel Agent rate, including roundtrip air, $892.
Companion's price (up to 2 sharing room with travel agent) is $999. From Latour,
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The Elizabeth, a charming first class canal barge, carries just 6 passengers
as she winds her way through the tranquil waterways of the Nivernais Canal in
Burgundy. Enjoy fascinating excursions to Medieval towns with cobblestone streets.
Visit picturesque chateaux, tasting the famous wines and gourmet cuisine for
which this area is known. Walk the tow-path, explore the oldest caves in the
world, visit UNESCO heritage sites. The ship has a library, 3 staterooms, dining
area, salon, fully stocked bar, heating/ac. Menus include
fresh foie gras, champagne and melon sorbet, rack of lamb, langoustines in puff
pastry, local artisanal cheeses, molten chocolate cake and more. Rate includes
6 nights, all meals, all beverages (including open bar), daily excursions with
guide and entrance fees and deluxe motorcoaches, use of bicycles and transfers
to and from Paris. $2,600 2 FOR 1 (agent and companion; normally
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"Imagine yourself on the sun deck of a luxurious floating hotel... sailing
in complete silence along calm, pristine waterways... while some of the world's
greatest wonders unfold slowly before your very eyes..." Nov 6 - 16,
2006. 10 days/ 9 nights, including 4 night Deluxe Yangtze River Cruise.
See Tiananmen Square, the Imperial Palace, a Lacquer or Jade Factory, and
the famous Panda Zoo. Marvel at the Great Wall, Three Gorges Dam and the
hanging coffins of the ancient BA people. Sail to Yangtze riverside towns
and mist enshrouded Gorges. Special events like Welcome cocktail reception,
Captains dinner, Peking Duck dinner, Mongolian BBQ lunch, acrobat performance
and more. Includes accommodations in First class hotels in Shanghai (2 nights),
Beijing (3 nights) and a 4-night upstream sailing aboard the brand new, luxurious Victoria
Anna (launched April, 2006; click link for ship tour) in outside,
riverview cabins with balconies. Also, two intra-China domestic flight segments,
two meals daily on land, three meals daily onboard ship, all sightseeing,
entrance fees and all shore excursions, services of English speaking guides
and cruise directors throughout (Gratuities, transfers, port charges of $60
and government taxes and fees not included.) Best available cabin Agent Rate
$799 (non-agent companion add $100). Optional NET airfare roundtrip from
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Vacation Packages U.S. based travel agents can access a special Travel Agent Appreciation Offer under Agent
Benefits on www.disneytravelagents.com. The offer features discounted Magic
Your Way Packages (hotel accommodations, theme park tickets and other features) with Dining Plan options for travel dates between August 19, 2006 and December 19, 2006. Reservations must be booked online a minimum of 6 days in advance of the travel date and a copy of the agents valid CLIA Certificate and ID Card must be faxed within 48 hours of booking to guarantee the rate (for more about CLIA log onto the Agents Only area of www.InteleTravel.com and click on Education). Travel agent must occupy the room with their traveling companions. Space is subject to availability.
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Dec 9 – 15, 2006, visit the land of storybook Christmases. Cruise along the Danube through Austria and Germany, calling at Vienna & the Rathaus Christmas Market, Melk, the Linz Christmas Market, Salzburg, Passau, the Regensburg Christmas Market, and Munich. Includes 5-night Deluxe Danube River Cruise aboard the modern MS Viktoria (built 2004; click link for a tour). Staterooms boast all the amenities: private baths, telephone, satellite TV, minibar, etc. The ship has an elegant restaurant, bar, café, fitness center, Jacuzzi and sundeck. Also included:
Cruise only package does not include port charges of $95, or fuel surcharges. Air pricing does not include airport taxes, fees & September 11th Security Fee which ranges between $50 and $130 per person. For more information and to reserve, call Gate 1 Travel: 800.682.3333 www.gate1travel.com |
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The
Cancun Presidente InterContinental, renovated just this year, is a AAA 4 Diamond award-winning beachfront resort, on what The
Travel Channel calls “The best beach in Cancun, and one of the 10 most beautiful beaches in the world.” Pools, Jacuzzis and countless activities all included (motorized watersports additional). Kids club. 4 excellent restaurants, including the famous Alfredo
di Roma. 24 hour room service, gym and laundry. Close to all the nightlife, shopping and archaeological wonders. Travel Industry Rate available Aug 15 – Dec 15, 2006.
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Sept 28 – 30 join the International
Gay and Lesbian Travel Association in Viareggio Italy, the Provincetown or
Key West of Italy, near Pisa and Florence. Includes 4 days, 3 nights accommodations,
several meals, sightseeing in Pisa, Florence and more, and entrance to the
trade show and symposium. $385. Discount airfare from American Airlines,
and a 6 night add-on FAM tour of Tuscany and Rome are also available. Seminars
on this niche market, as well as some gay-beach days and wild club nights,
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Depart Nov. 9 from New York to Nice on Air France. Visit the legendary resorts
and playgrounds of the rich and famous, Cannes and Nice, France, and Monte
Carlo, Monaco. Includes roundtrip air, 6 nights accommodations, breakfast and
dinner daily, and guided sightseeing. $998 including air. Optional excursions
to San Tropez, France, and San Remo, Italy, also available. The single supplement
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November 10 - November 20, 2006, join a 10
Night Mexican Riviera Cruise aboard the Mercury (launched in 1997; 1800 passengers; click links for itinerary and ship tour). Depart San Diego, CA, roundtrip, calling at Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, Acapulco, Ixtapa and Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy all the usual great Celebrity amenities and luxury service, plus themed restaurants, Casino, AcquaSpa, golf simulator and more. Celebrity is one of the top luxury cruise lines, with the best cuisine afloat (thanks to Michelin 3-star French chef Michel Roux). Includes interior cabins (Run of Ship) with possible upgrade, all onboard meals, entertainment and activities: from $299 (that’s less than $30 a day all-inclusive on a top-rated cruise line!) plus taxes/fees and tips. Lowest available public price is $799. From OSSN, Outside Sales Support Network, the largest association just for independent, home-based travel agents. |
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Corinthia Hotels are offering travel agents 75% off rack rates for overnight stays at their dozens of 4 and 5 star Hotels, which are located throughout Central Europe, the Mediterranean and North Africa, such as Belgium, Portugal, Russia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Malta, Turkey and more (soon expanding into the United States). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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November 27, 2006. 8 Day trip to the fragrant, passionate, breathtaking Riviera Ulysses, Gaeta, Sorrento, Amalfi Coast, Naples and Pompeii. Including: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The Greater Fort Lauderdale
(Florida) Convention & Visitors Bureau is extending its Travel Agent Appreciation
Month beyond August (we told you about their great August deals on our TeleRoundtable
Conference Call several weeks ago). From
Sept 1 - Dec 17 travel professionals can stay at dozens of hotels,
resorts and inns throughout this ever-popular destination - from Deerfield Beach
to Hollywood - at Travel Agent rates starting at $49 per night per room.
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Disney Cruise Line® is
pleased to announce a special opportunity: Travel Agent Appreciation Cruises
for just $25 per person/per night/double occupancy, including all onboard meals,
activities, entertainment, stateroom, and of course original Disney entertainment
like the new stage show, Muppets
Ahoy! and Mouse 2.0 Beach Party. There’s a perfect mix of family
and alone time, with trained counselors for the kids, character experiences,
spa, romantic adults-only dining option & so much more. Plus call at exotic ports
blessed with beaches, waterfalls, reefs, rainforests and duty-free shopping!
The published price for these sell-out cruises ranges from $1,500 to $2,350 per
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Travel Agents and one guest can receive 50% off admission at Busch Gardens Williamsburg, VA & Tampa Bay, FL theme parks. Each additional guest will receive $3.50 off. Must present IATA/CLIA ID, photo ID, and InteleTravel.com business card. (To order business cards, log onto the Agent Only area of www.InteleTravel.com with your PIN & Password. Click on Sales
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Become the ultimate Disney Vacation resource for your friends and other customers. And realize the many possibilities available to travel professionals selling Disney Vacations. Come meet The Professor and a fun faculty of Disney Experts as you explore the multi-media, interactive College
of Disney Knowledge, an in-depth, self-paced course on all 3 domestic Disney Destinations: Disneyland® Resort, Walt
Disney World® Resort and Disney Cruise Line®. Learn valuable sales and marketing techniques, discover Disney resources and tools for travel professionals, and become a Disney
Specialist. Qualify for Travel Agent Appreciation Opportunities, the Theme
Parks Familiarization Program and discount on-site Agent
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One travel agent and two
guests receive FREE admission to the tour and IMAX movie at this awe-inspiring
and educational attraction just 45 minutes from Orlando. For a once-in-a-lifetime
experience, schedule your visit at the time of a rocket launch (check the website)!
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Racing is hot! Travel agents receive FREE admission to Daytona USA, the Ultimate Interactive Motorsports Attraction and the official attraction of NASCAR. Featured are high-tech simulators, "NASCAR 3D: The IMAX Experience”, race car exhibits and much more. The
Daytona International Speedway Tour is a behind-the-scenes, guided tour of the track, the pit and the world-famous 31-degree high banks. Present your InteleTravel.com business card at Daytona USA's Guest Services desk in the lobby of the attraction. (To order business cards, log onto the Agent Only area of www.InteleTravel.com with your PIN & Password. Click on Sales
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A new, more intimate way
to see America. Sept
5 – 12, cruise roundtrip from St. Louis along the upper Mississippi
and Illinois Rivers, America’s Junction. Begin with an overnight
stay in St. Louis, “the Gateway to the West." (The amazing Gateway
Arch, and the Westward
Expansion Museum). Then barge through the great river locks to
the quaint river town of Grafton, historic Alton - winter home of the American
bald eagles, Havana for the Dickson
Mounds Museum of the American Indian, and Peoria (Whiskey
Capital of the US). You’ll see breathtaking riverfront bluffs with
ancient pictographs, and Grand View Drive, which Teddy Roosevelt named
when he exclaimed it was “the Grandest View in the world”. All aboard the
River Explorer, a hotel barge, with restaurant, sky deck, gift shop, and
concierge. She is an American-flagged vessel with all-American crew, large
all-riverfront staterooms, with picture windows, satellite TV, mini-fridge,
etc. The focus is on relaxation: open seating at all meals, casual attire
onboard, great regional music and regional food. Travel Agent Education
Rate includes riverview stateroom, meals, all onboard activities and entertainment,
scheduled shore excursions (sightseeing tours), port charges, gratuities
and taxes (no tipping allowed): $50
per person per day. Same rate for your companion in the same stateroom.
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For July & August 2006, New Orleans wants you back to see that the tourist areas of the city were not affected by last year’s tragedies. And they are making it irresistible. YOU choose the days that fit your schedule. This amazing package includes:
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Become the ultimate Disney Vacation resource for your friends and other customers. And realize the many possibilities available to travel professionals selling Disney Vacations. Come meet The Professor and a fun faculty of Disney Experts as you explore the multi-media, interactive College
of Disney Knowledge, an in-depth, self-paced course on all 3 domestic Disney Destinations: Disneyland® Resort, Walt
Disney World® Resort and Disney Cruise Line®. Learn valuable sales and marketing techniques, discover Disney resources and tools for travel professionals, and become a Disney
Specialist. Qualify for Travel Agent Appreciation Opportunities, the Theme
Parks Familiarization Program and discount on-site Agent
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One travel agent and two
guests receive FREE admission to the tour and IMAX movie at this awe-inspiring
and educational attraction just 45 minutes from Orlando. For a once-in-a-lifetime
experience, schedule your visit at the time of a rocket launch (check the website)!
Must present photo ID. Accepted year round. |
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Racing is hot! Travel agents receive FREE admission to Daytona USA, the Ultimate Interactive Motorsports Attraction and the official attraction of NASCAR. Featured are high-tech simulators, "NASCAR 3D: The IMAX Experience”, race car exhibits and much more. The
Daytona International Speedway Tour is a behind-the-scenes, guided tour of the track, the pit and the world-famous 31-degree high banks. Present your InteleTravel.com business card at Daytona USA's Guest Services desk in the lobby of the attraction. (To order business cards, log onto the Agent Only area of www.InteleTravel.com with your PIN & Password. Click on Sales
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A new, more intimate way
to see America. Sept
5 – 12, cruise roundtrip from St. Louis along the upper Mississippi
and Illinois Rivers, America’s Junction. Begin with an overnight
stay in St. Louis, “the Gateway to the West." (The amazing Gateway
Arch, and the Westward
Expansion Museum). Then barge through the great river locks to
the quaint river town of Grafton, historic Alton - winter home of the American
bald eagles, Havana for the Dickson
Mounds Museum of the American Indian, and Peoria (Whiskey
Capital of the US). You’ll see breathtaking riverfront bluffs with
ancient pictographs, and Grand View Drive, which Teddy Roosevelt named
when he exclaimed it was “the Grandest View in the world”. All aboard the
River Explorer, a hotel barge, with restaurant, sky deck, gift shop, and
concierge. She is an American-flagged vessel with all-American crew, large
all-riverfront staterooms, with picture windows, satellite TV, mini-fridge,
etc. The focus is on relaxation: open seating at all meals, casual attire
onboard, great regional music and regional food. Travel Agent Education
Rate includes riverview stateroom, meals, all onboard activities and entertainment,
scheduled shore excursions (sightseeing tours), port charges, gratuities
and taxes (no tipping allowed): $50
per person per day. Same rate for your companion in the same stateroom.
($15 per day upgrade for guaranteed Balcony). Limit one stateroom, double
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FAMs (for you only) November 1 – 5, 2006, the Kissimee Convention and Visitors Bureau makes it nearly FREE for you to discover this famous resort area of Florida. Of course, it's home to world-famous attractions: SeaWorld Orlando®, Universal Orlando®, and Walt Disney World® Resort, rodeos, vintage car shows, airboat rides, shopping, world-class golfing, alligator close-encounters, top-ranked fishing, and so much more. By attending the Kissimmee CVB's Destination FAM Tour, be among the first to experience:
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Board the Caribbean Princess, August 19 - 26, 2006, for a 7 night cruise from Ft Lauderdale, roundtrip to St. Maarten, St. Thomas and Princess Cays in The Bahamas. The Caribbean Princess is the matriarch of the Princess fleet, with the largest carrying capacity, 900 balcony staterooms and an entire deck of Mini-Suites. Hallmark features include Movies Under the Stars, the premier Lotus Spa and open-kitchen-style Café Caribe. Included:
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Sept. 1 – 4, 2006, the 5-star, all-inclusive Punta
Cana Grand invites you for one last spectacular summer weekend. Built around a free-form pool that meanders from the lobby to the beach, this resort has it all. Waterfalls, swim up bars, spa, Explorers Kids Club, 7 dining options, white sand beach and more. 4
days/3 nights, including all meals, snacks, premium beverages, accommodations, entertainment, non-motorized activities, transfers and taxes: $235 ($285 for non-Travel Agent companions in your room). Limited to first one hundred Travel Agents booked.
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European river cruises differ
from barge cruises in that they sail by the cities, villages, castles and
vineyards along the major rivers (Rhine, Danube, Rhone, Elbe) rather
than the small canals. The modern ships are larger than barges, like floating
hotels, holding from 80 to 200+ passengers plus swimming pools, spa/salons,
gift shops, restaurants, bars, dancing and entertainment. These cruises have
the benefit of all-inclusive pricing (as many as 6 meals daily, coffee & tea,
entertainment, accommodations); visiting many destinations without packing
and unpacking, changing hotels, or finding your own way to sights and restaurants;
seeing areas not covered by other types of tours. Sightseeing (shore excursions)
are included! Peter Deilmann is the 5-star operator and has dozens of 7 night
sailings year round, in riverview cabins, at deep Travel Agent discounts
(public prices range from $1500 - $3000). Plus, sell a group later and have
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Aug 27 - Sept 3, 2006, join OSSN (Outside Sales Support Network, the leading trade organization for home-based Independent Travel Agents) aboard Royal Caribbean Cruise Line’s Adventure
Of The Seas. Sail 7 nights from San Juan, roundtrip to Dutch-Colonial Aruba; tropical Curacao; the French villages of St Maarten; and boutique-filled St Thomas. Includes interior stateroom, most meals, some beverages, all entertainment and activities, plus a private reception for Travel Agents. Ship (2001) features a spa, Casino, unusual dining options like Johnny Rockets restaurant, rock-climbing wall, 24 hour promenade, ice skating, mini-golf, kids clubs, and so much more. From $299. Click
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July 8, 15, 22 or 29, depart Honolulu roundtrip to Hilo, Maui, Kona and Kauai aboard the first new ocean-going cruise ship to fly the U.S. flag in nearly 50 years – Norwegian Cruise Lines’ Pride
of America. An Alaskan Gold Rush Saloon, a New Orleans-style Mardi Gras Cabaret, a French restaurant inspired by Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, and a Waikiki Bar are just a few of the great choices that include 8 restaurants and 10 bars and lounges, a tennis court, a conservatory and art gallery. Guests can experience the flavor of the U.S. while enjoying the Aloha Spirit of the Hawaiian crew. All this, plus the freedom of Freestyle Cruising (more dining options, less dress codes, more activities) at about 1/3 the public prices! Travel Agent Rates: $35 pp per day interior cabin, $50 oceanview, $70 balcony, plus some fees. CLIA
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July 18, Sept 4 or 16, or Oct 10, 2006, sail roundtrip from Rome to Naples, Italy; Dubrovnik, Croatia; Venice; Sicily; Barcelona, Spain; Cannes, France; and Livorno, Italy, aboard Carnival’s Liberty (click the link for a virtual tour of the ship). If you can tear yourself away from these entrancing destinations – really the best in Europe - you will find all the usual great ship features, plus the innovative Carnival
Seaside Theatre – a 12-foot-high by 22-foot-wide LED screen located poolside on Carnival Liberty’s Lido deck showing movies, sporting events and concerts. 12-night European cruise, including most meals, some beverages, all entertainment and many activities: $699, interior cabin, plus fees. CLIA
card required (For more information on CLIA, log onto Agents Only area of InteleTravel.com and click on Education). Click here for itinerary details.
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Victoria Cruises has a fleet of 6 5-star ships with 7 Yangtze River itineraries departing year round in China to renown destinations like Three Gorges Dam and Shanghai. Facilities include dining room for Chinese Banquets and buffets, business center, reading room, fitness area, gift shop, and beauty salon. Onboard activities feature lectures on Chinese history and culture, Tai Chi lessons, and calligraphy demonstrations, plus unique evening entertainment based on ancient Chinese traditions. Expert river guides narrate sailing through the Three Gorges. Latest satellite communications, HBO, BBC, and internet access on every ship. The travel agent rate is 40%
Off published rates per person per day for standard accommodations. CLIA
card required (For more information on CLIA, log onto Agents Only area of InteleTravel.com and click on Education). www.victoriacruises.com |
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Enjoy Mexico's wonderful climate and experience a truly memorable vacation - lively, exhilarating, and affordably All-Inclusive, right on the beach of the famous Riviera Maya in Cancun. Swim all day, dance all night, relax in the spa, and dine anytime. Your All-Inclusive Escape FAM includes meet and greet by English speaking guides and transfers to your hotel, meals, snacks, drinks, too many activities and entertainments to list, and 7 nights accommodations at the 5 star Barcelo Maya Beach Resort and Barcelo Maya Caribe Beach. Other hotels available. 8 Days / 7 Nights "All-Inclusive" from $499. Call Caribbean Escape Vacations: 877.883.7788 www.cevacation.com | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Depart Nov. 14, Dec. 20 or
Dec 28, 2006, for 9 nights aboard the m/s
Coral to Genoa, Marseille, Gibraltar, Tangiers, Casablanca, Malaga, optional
Granada and Alhambra, Almeria, Alicante and Barcelona. Includes welcome cocktail
party, all meals and snacks, gourmet French / Italian / Spanish dinners with
wines, welcome, Captain's and farewell festive dinners, all entertainment aboard
ship, and experienced tour director. Embark/disembark in Barcelona, Genoa or
Marseille. $749 interior cabin. Companion supplement is $100. Oceanview cabin
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OSSN (Outside Sales Support
Network) invites you to join a 7 Night Royal Caribbean cruise October 28 to November
4, 2006 aboard Voyager
of the Seas. Call at Barcelona, Marseille, Nice, Florence, Rome and Naples.
First come/first served for outside staterooms. $399 plus taxes and tips. Non-OSSN
member add $100…so join and save the membership fee on just this one trip! (public
price $949). Also, must be a CLIA member to qualify for this rate (for more on
CLIA log onto InteleTravel.com and click Training). For itinerary details, Click
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Experience the golden era of travel. The classic transatlantic crossing on the the world's largest, longest, tallest, grandest ocean liner ever…the new Queen Mary 2. Since she set sail from Southampton on her maiden voyage on January 12, 2004, excitement surrounds her all over the world. With a passenger capacity of 2,620, QM2's sheer size allows for incredible amenities: Canyon Ranch SpaClub, the largest ballroom at sea, Sir Samuel's wine bar, jazz in the Commodore Club, West End-caliber shows in the Royal Court Theatre, the Chart Room cabaret, Golden Lion pub, G32 dance club, Empire casino, planetarium, virtual reality golf, a playing field and basketball court, a book shop and the largest library afloat, children’s zones, interactive in -cabin TV and internet, art galleries, even a university-at-sea. The brochure rate for these cruises is $2,669+. You must be a CLIA member to qualify (for more on CLIA log onto InteleTravel.com and click Training).
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Outrigger Hotels & Resorts In Hawaii, Australia, Fiji, and Micronesia invite travel agents to discover the islands with their TAMO - Travel Agent Monthly Rates. Very low TAMO rates are limited to 3 night maximum stays, with additional nights available at regular travel agent discounts of up to 50% off regular full published rates. Hotel rooms are run-of-house or condo units. 1 room or condo per travel agent at TAMO rates. 1 additional room or condo unit at up to 50% off regular full published rates. Reservations must be made within 60 days of arrival, and travel agent business card and travel agent ID required at check-in.
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Depart April 22 with FAMNews
for an 11 Night Deep Southern Caribbean Cruise aboard MSC Cruises' Lirica .
Sail roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan, St. Maarten, Grenada,
Barbados, Antigua, Tortola and Cayo Leavantado. Soak in San Juan's colonial history,
the chic beaches of St. Maarten, the black and white sands of Grenada, Barbados'
pink coral stone houses surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Antigua's famous
Falmouth Harbor, the most well preserved in the Caribbean, and Tortola's
natural serenity before sailing on to the unblemished paradise of Cayo Levantado.
Italian style, service and crew, with 24 hour room service, gourmet 7-course
dinners, in-cabin mini-bars and more. Inside cabins are only $440, and Ocean
View cabins are only $550…for 11 all-inclusive nights (meals, entertainment,
accommodations, etc.)! Companion and 3rd/4th rates are the same as the travel
agent rate. The rate is cruise-only and does not include airfare, transfers,
travel insurance or $189 pp taxes & fees. There will be two seminars
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Interact with elephants, tour a diamond mine, travel on the elegant Rovos Rail and visit winelands in Cape Town, all on a FAM trip to South Africa with Cultural Vacations and Safaris. The 13-day FAM departs May 8 and includes air, accommodations, tours, transport, meals, and entrance fees. Rates start at $1,990. For more information, call (800) 953-8111 or visit www.culturalvacations.com. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Travel Agent Fam Weekend, April 21 – 23, 2006. Built on the deep-blue waters of Lake Mohonk in New Paltz, New York, in 1869, this grand 261-room Victorian castle is one of America's oldest family-owned resorts. Discover thousands of acres of pristine forest and winding trails, just 90 minutes north of New York City, in the fabled Hudson Valley. The resort features Hiking trails, ice skating Pavilion, skiing, a reknowned Spa, tennis, golf, boating, fishing, hiking, horseback ridiing, carriage rides, show gardens with a Victorian maze, nightly entertainment and children’s programs. $174 per person per night includes 3 meals daily prepared by award winning chefs, and afternoon tea. Two night minimum required. For reservations, call 800.772.6646 (mention Travel Agent Fam Getaway). For more info on the resort, go to www.Mohonk.com. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Depart May 6 OR Sept
9, 2006, for 16 days, including air from NYC. See Kiev, capital of the newly independent Ukraine and one of Eastern Europe's most beautiful cities. Then sail on the Dnieper River, Europe's third longest. Explore the sunny coast of the Black Sea and its famous historic cities and resorts, like Odessa and Yalta. Plus enjoy the opera, ballet, concerts, the Cossack Glory Museum, a Ukranian farm and more. Cruise aboard the M/S General Vatutin, a modern river-sea vessel equipped with latest features for comfort and safety (fully refurbished in 2005), with two bars, lounges, sun deck, boutique, beauty salon, spa, and elegant restaurant, featuring a selection of Russian and Ukrainian vodkas, of course. FAM includes:
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May 3-13, 2006 ALL INCLUSIVE 11 days/10 nights, including air from NYC and a 4 day/3 night Luxury Nile cruise. Highlights:
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April 27 – 30 or Oct. 12 - 15, 2006 4 days.
Roundtrip all-inclusive tour of the natural grandeur and majesty of Canada’s mountain resorts. From Calgary to beautiful Lake
Louise, Jasper, and Banff. Includes transfers, welcome reception, hotel accommodations, breakfasts, lunches and dinners, sightseeing, and tips for meals and luggage handling. $199. Not included are airfare, tips for driver and tour director. For almost 30 years, Brennan Vacations has operated escorted luxury motorcoach and river cruise vacations throughout it’s original territory of Canada and the USA, and now also to Ireland and other destinations in Europe. They are known for innovations like including comprehensive sightseeing in the price, expert guides, welcome receptions to meet fellow travelers, generous seating and more. www.brennanvacations.com | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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June 11 – 18, 2006 Sail
NCL’s stylish and sophisticated Norwegian
Majesty on a 7-day rountrip cruise
from Boston to Bermuda, including 4 days in port at St. Georges, Bermuda.
Famous pink sand beaches, coral reefs and British colonial charm, courtesy
of Cruise University, unmatched in value – no one else gives you the educational
opportunity and the cruise for comparable pricing. Travel Agent classes onboard
include CLIA’s Local Public Relations Techniques, training hosted by the
Bermuda Tourist Office, Group Sales, Prospecting and more. Classroom materials,
text books and exams included. The ship features 6 international restaurants,
11 bars and lounges, two pools, a dazzling casino, Internet Café, 24 hour
fitness center, fabulous live entertainment, lots of deck space and all the
freedom and pleasures of NCL’s Freestyle Cruising. Oceanview stateroom $525,
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March 4 - 11, 2006 8
Days. Visit the Italian island paradise with the most classical ruins outside
of Greece itself. See Palermo, Mazara Del Vallo, Agrigento, Taormina and
volcanic Mt. Etna. Trip includes 6 nights accommodations, 6 breakfasts, 1
lunch, 1 dinner, 1 wine tasting, private coach, English-speaking local escort
throughout, all sightseeing with local guides, all hotel taxes and service
charges. Escorted by Noni Hall, an IQOTC (In Quest Of The Classics) regional
sales manager. Non-Agent companions allowed subject to availability. $599,
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March 24 – 31, 2006 7 days touring the Burren, Connemara Penninsula, Westport, Yeats Grave, Carrowmore Megalithic Tombs, Sligo, Doneal Town, Glenveagh Castle & National Park, Lakes of Fermanagh, Caban Crystal, Dublin City Tour, Holey Night at Johnny Foxes Pub (Dublin) and more. Trip includes 6 nights accommodations in first class 3 or 4 star hotels, full Irish breakfast daily, four evening meals, dinner & entertainment at Johnny Foxes, fully escorted via luxury motorcoach, all visitor attractions, experienced Irish driver/guide, and all service charges and local government taxes. Non-Agent companions add $125. Airfare available from JFK for $383 plus $83 tax (depart US on March 24). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Drink Ouzo and break plates with FAMNews Publisher Bob Watson on a FAM trip to Greece and the Greek Isles, March 25 – April 2, 2006. 8 days including 3 nights in Greece and a 4 night Greek Islands and Turkey cruise. $999 all-inclusive: roundtrip airfare from JFK to Athens, transfers, 3 nights at the 5-star Athens
Acropol Hotel, American breakfast daily. Cruise is aboard Louis Cruise Lines’ Perla with Captains Welcome Party, all meals and entertainment onboard. Sail to Mykonos, Kusadasi (Ephesus)/Turkey, Patmos, Rhodes, Crete and Santorini. Sightseeing includes highlights of Athens tour (Acropolis and museums), Temple of Zeus, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and Pan Athenaeum Stadium, all with English speaking guide. FAMNews is the industry’s most comprehensive resource for reduced rate Travel for Travel Agents – with literally thousands of listings each month. (For an exclusive discount subscription offer, log onto InteleTravel.com with your Agent PIN and Password, and click on FAMs or Training.) CLIA membership required (see CLIA FAQ below). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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As an InteleTravel.com Independent Travel Agent, you are invited to Carnival Cruises' Seminars at Sea. Travel Agent discount rates on many 4, 5 & 7-day cruises. Plus sales ideas, group travel tips, ship inspections and more. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Premium Class with a true Italian signature. From authentic Italian cuisine to the personal attention and friendliness of an Italian crew, MSC guests are treated to the finest Italian hospitality afloat. Shipboard atmosphere and service are designed to be comparable to the best Italian hotels. All staterooms have satellite TV, minibar, 24 hour room service, many with private balconies. Even nightly shows have a Mediterranean accent. Then there’s the casino, internet café, multiple restaurants, theatre, disco, shops, children’s club, golf, fitness center, several pools, Italian wines, tiramisu, cannoli, even Italian tableside serenades. Your Travel Agent rate can be instantly confirmed with a credit card. Almost everything is included for just $40/day Inside Cabin, $50/Day Oceanview. To qualify, you must be a CLIA member (Log onto InteleTravel.com and click on Training for a CLIA application). And if all that’s not enough...Sophia Loren is godmother to these two ships. That’s Amore!
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FAMs (for
you only) Experience Budapest, Queen of the Danube and capital of Central Europe, for stays of 3 nights or more from $79 per person, double occupancy, per night. Includes accommodations at a choice of hotels, buffet breakfast daily and a three-day Budapest Card (free museum entries, 3 day free public transportation, discounts in restaurants and shops). Travel Agent rate available through March 31, 2006. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Feb. 24. Nine night tour including airfare from any Continental Airlines gateway to Tel Aviv. This trip is aimed at Agents interested in organizing Christian pilgrimage or religious history groups, an important growth market for 2006. Visit the Dead Sea, Galilee, Jerusalem, Masada and Tel Aviv. Includes air, lodging, transfers, most meals, sightseeing and entrance fees: from $1,495. For more information, log in as a Travel Agent at YallaTours.com | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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You are invited to Platinum Seminars’ Spring Campus
At Sea. Platinum Seminars has trained over 25,000 travel agents since 1992, with onboard Seminar Directors representing a Who's
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May 13 - 19 is the 3rd annual KATS (Kenya authorized travel specialist) Kenya FAM series. The Kenya Tourist Board is offering 13 unique Safari options from beginner trips to adventurous walking safaris, from high-end luxury to affordable, all packed with cultural interaction and authentic experiences. Choose from several suppliers including Abercrombie & Kent, Outdoor Expeditions and more.
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From April 19 to April 26, 2006, discover the beautiful, unspoiled Baltic States, the newest members of the European Union and the ancestral heritage of many Americans. See the historic cities of Vilnius, Riga and Tallinn. Experience ancient narrow streets, cathedrals, palaces, castles and old-towns. Tour includes:
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March 13 - March 19, 2006. 7 Days/5 Nights in heaven: Palermo, Agrigento and Taormina. Fully escorted tour includes tastings of the superb local cuisine and wines, sightseeing from classic temples to colorful nightlife to volcanic Mt. Etna, plus:
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March 25 to April 1, 2006. Sail aboard the classic Veendam to the Exotic Western Caribbean, roundtrip from Tampa to Key West, Santo Tomas de Castilla, (Guatemala), Belize City (Belize) and Costa Maya (Mexico). What awaits you? The archaeological ruins of Copal, the Paris of the Mayan world. Jungle adventures. The second longest ocean reef in the world. Horseback riding on wide coral sand beaches. Margaritaville. Busch Gardens theme park. And much more. From $599 best available Inside Cabin. $799 Oceanview. For itinerary details Click
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Join FAMNews publisher Bob
Watson on a FAM Trip to Turkey. March 16-28, 2006. 13 days/11 nights visiting
Instanbul, Canakkale, Dikili, Pamukkale, Antalya, Cappadocia, Ankara and
Bursa. Visit the Byzantine Basillica of St. Sophia and the Blue Mosque, Topkapi
Palace and the Grand Bazaar, Ancient Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus and other sites
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March 30, 2006 – April 8, 2006. Magellan Tours and Mr. Frank Paredes, a renowned wine connoisseur, have created a deluxe escorted tour exploring the beautiful wine regions of Portugal. Top quality wine tastings, including private dining invitations at 5-star wineries. Extraordinary meals at famous gourmet restaurants. Plus time for sightseeing and relaxing. Includes deluxe private hotels, all meals, hotel taxes and service charges, licensed expert English speaking guide, private motor coach, Douro River Cruise and scenic Train Excursion, culinary class, wine tastings and tours. $2337. Discounted group airfare available. Space is limited. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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OSSN (Outside Sales Support Network) just announced two new FAMs for the Spring: 7 Night Royal Caribbean cruises for just $199! That’s up to 75% off best public deals – with Oceanview staterooms available on a first come/first served basis. So choose now. Don't wait. Deals like these sell out fast!
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ARTA, the Association of Retail Travel Agents, just announced a new work-study trip for Travel Agents, March 29 – April 9, 2006: a 10-night trek through Italy's breathtaking Amalfi Coast and Tuscany. Be enchanted by Naples, Sorrento, Positano, Ravello, Amalfi, Capri, Florence, Lucca, Pisa, and Siena. Included are five nights lodging in Sorrento, five nights in Florence, several days of fully guided city tours, many delicious lunches and dinners, private motorcoach and driver for the entire trip, and transfers, among other amenities. If you are a member of either ARTA or OSSN (Outside Sales Support Network; find more information about both by logging onto InteleTravel.com, click on Training) you can register for this trip at the ARTA member rate of $2,150. $75 supplement for non-Agent spouse/companion. And, if you'd like to bring your favorite clients with you on the trip, ARTA will provide special pricing that includes your commission. For details, call ARTA’s Pat Funk at 800.969.6069 or e-mail pat@artaonline.com. |
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Departs Feb. 19, 2006 from New York for 7 nights in Mexico’s unspoiled playland. Includes roundtrip air, all-inclusive accommodations at the 5-star Iberostar Paraiso del Mar and transfers. This luxury beachfront hotel is located near Playa del Carmen and features a lake-like pool, 6 specialty restaurants, two pool bars, cigar bar, sports bar, kids club, gym and spa, satellite TV, and all-balcony or terrace rooms. All meals, snacks and drinks are included, as are oodles of entertainment, activities and non-motorized watersports. Traveling solo? Single supplement is just $295. Non-Agent companions add $75. For reservations, call 800.251.0230 or 800.515.3147 or e-mail: rekotours@aol.com. |
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FAMs (for you only) Thru April 1, 2006, The Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa, named "The #1 reason to love New Hampshire" by Travel + Leisure magazine, is offering travel agents a great rate to come to visit this historic hotel. Just $69 per night, more than half off public prices. Since 1865, the colonial revival Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa has offered visitors an unrivaled grand retreat. Located in Whitefield, in the majestic White Mountains, this AAA 4 Diamond resort offers 145 historic guest rooms & suites, award winning Maples Restaurant and Stage Coach Tavern, the Tower Spa with Hot Tribal Stone massages, full fitness center with heated indoor pool & sauna, The Mountain View Stables, 28 KM of groomed cross country ski trails, shuttles to premier ski areas, and much more. Reservations 866.484.3843 (request Travel Agent rate) |
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Includes roundtrip airfare from New York to Morocco (departures from other cities are available), transfers, hotel accommodations, all meals, sightseeing by private car with English speaking guides, 5 rounds of golf, all taxes and service charges. Visits Marrakech, Fez, Rabat and Casablanca. Tour Mosques, palaces, souks (markets) and Berber villages. And, of course, golf Robert Trent Jones-designed courses like Palmerai and Dar Es-Salaam Royal Golf Club (about $50 per round Greens/Caddy fees and airport taxes not included).Non-Agent spouse/companion supplement: $200. Minimum 4 travelers required per reservation. Available thru 2006. www.toursspecialists.com Reservations 800.223.7552 or 727.784.8588 |
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Fairmont Hotels is offering agents these great low rates – more than 60% discounts - to visit Canada in ski season. The Fairmont Banff Springs The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge The Fairmont Tremblant
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Incredible Travel Agent Rates as much as 65% off. Cruise only, per person per day: Interior Cabin $40, Oceanview $50 (lowest public price about $1000), Balcony $75. Remember, cruises are all inclusive with most onboard meals, some drinks, casino, spa facilities, and more activities and entertainment than you will know what to do with. Like rock-climbing! Must be a CLIA member to qualify (for more information on CLIA, and InteleTravel’s CLIA application, log onto to the Agents Only area of InteleTravel.com and click on Training). www.rccl.com
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FAMs (for
you only) Fantastic Travel Agent rates at 3 on-site hotels, starting at $109 per night. Located inside Universal Orlando Resort, the Portofino Bay Hotel, A Loews Hotel and the Hard Rock Hotel and the new Royal Pacific Resort offer world-class accommodations, plus two amazing theme parks and non-stop nightlife. From your onsite hotel, visit Universal Studios Florida (the number 1 movie and TV based theme park, including ET Adventure, Jaws, Back To The Future, Men In Black, Twister and more), Universal's Islands of Adventure (five islands of cutting edge shows and attractions, like Jurassic Park, The Lost Continent, Marvel Super Hero Island, Dr. Seuss Landing and more), and Universal CityWalk (amazing dining, shopping and entertainment complex). Must be a CLIA member to qualify (for more information on CLIA, and InteleTravel's CLIA application, log onto to the Agents Only area of InteleTravel.com and click on Training). www.universaltravelagents.com Call 888.544.8211 (ask for special travel agent rate) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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As an InteleTravel.com Independent Travel Agent, you are invited to Carnival Cruises' Seminars at Sea. Travel Agent discount rates on many 4, 5 & 7-day cruises. Plus sales ideas, group travel tips, ship inspections and more. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The Lodge at Rancho Mirage, flagship of RockResorts, is a Zagat top-rated, 4-Diamond luxury oasis in Palm Springs, CA. Full service Avanyu Desert Spa, championship golf course at the Mission Hills Country Club, fitness center and more. Price does not include taxes, parking, resort fee of $15 or gratuities. Rate valid Sundays thru Thursday, now thru June 30th. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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September only. Oceanview room at Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki and Golf Club, Maui Prince Hotel, Makena Resort, and Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel, or mountain view at Mauna Kea Beach Hotel. Rate is available for a maximum of five nights, blackout dates may apply. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Escape to the Dominican Republic. Swim and dive all day, dance all night, relax in the spa, and dine anytime. All-Inclusive FAM includes round-trip air on Delta Airlines from New York to Santo Domingo, meet and greet by English speaking guides, transfers to hotel, and 5 nights accommodations with 24-hour All-Inclusive services at your choice of resorts in Santo Domingo or La Romana. Click here for departure dates, children's rates and booking info. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Special travel agent rates at some of the world's most celebrated hotels, designed to help you gain first-hand knowledge about Starwood properties worldwide. Sheraton, Westin, Four Points, & W Hotels from $39 - $79 per night. St. Regis and Luxury Collection Hotels from $139 per night. Max. 3 night stay. Reservations must be made at least one day in advance. Max. one visit per travel agent per hotel per year. At check-in, an InteleTravel.com business card (see below to order) and your InteleTravel.com agency verification letter must be provided. Expect a welcome letter from the general manager of the hotel, and a self-guided tour. Starwood special travel agent's web site has all the details. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Outrigger Hotels & Resorts and OHANA Hotels In Hawaii, Australia, Fiji and Micronesia invite travel agents to discover the islands with TAMO - Travel Agent Monthly Rates. 3 night maximum stay. Additional nights available at discounted rates (up to 50% off published rates). Hotel rooms are run-of-house; condo categories are specified. 1 room or condo per travel agent (1 additional room or condo at up to 50% off published rates). Reservations must be made within 60 days of arrival. InteleTravel.com Agent ID required at check-in. Additional discounted rates can be found at www.outrigger.com | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines invites you aboard the Vision of the Seas, sailing July 15th or 29th, for a once-in-a-lifetime experience at never-in-your-life rates. But only if you have joined CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association). InteleTravel.com Agents with CLIA membership pay $40 inside cabin, $50 outside cabin, $75 cabin with balcony. Rates are cruise-only per person per day. www.rccl.com | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa, known for its stunning Frank Lloyd Wright architecture, is nestled on 39 acres at the foot of the Phoenix Mountain Preserve. Considered one of the most spectacular resorts in the world, it features eight swimming pools, seven tennis courts, two 18-hole PGA golf courses, and a full-service European spa and fitness center. www.arizonabiltmore.com | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Adam's Mark offer travel agents 50% discount off rack rates at most hotels based on availability. Buffalo-Niagara, NY, Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX, Denver, CO, Indianapolis, IN, St. Louis, MO, Winston-Salem, NC. www.adamsmark.com | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Howard Johnson's flagship, across from Disneyland Resort, and voted HOJO Hotel of the Year. $49 per night for Off Season, and $59 per night for High Season. Based on availability. May not be available on some holidays. www.hojoanaheim.com | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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More places to play in paradise. Stay at 3, 4 and 5-star Occidental and Allegro All-Inclusive Resorts in the Dominican Republic, Mexico and Costa Rica. Most resorts $39 - $89 per night, with meals, drinks, sports and entertainment. 3-night min. stay. Check out resorts and hotels at www.occidentalhotels.com | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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2005 Holland America Land Familliarization Tours Now Available! Hurry - Space Is Very Limited! CLIA ID required FAMs include hotel accommodations, most meals, all transfers/porterage, fully escorted/narrated, optional discount air between Seattle and Alaska or Yukon. Exclusive tour activities include (vary by departure): A close-up view of Portage Glacier on mv Ptarmigan; pan for gold at authentic Gold Dredge No. 8; travel aboard the luxury McKinley Explorer domed rail cars and the mv Yukon Queen II, sailing 102 miles on the Yukon River. Also included on many itineraries: official park tours in Denali National Park and Kenai Fjords National Park, the scenic sternwheeler riverboat Discovery, the historic White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad, the natural wonders of Kluane National Park and new offering, Tombstone Territorial Park.
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Sterling Vacations is the top North American wholesaler for the Mediterranean, Greece, Slovenia and Croatia. Over 40 years experience allows Sterling to introduce "insider" discoveries and value-packed prices. Most trips include cruises, often the most comfortable and convenient way to see the cities, towns and isles of this part of Europe. Non-Agent Companions add $100. |
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December 12 - 17, 2005. Aboard Celebrity's sophisticated Zenith from Miami to Key West and Grand Cayman Island. Attend three CLIA Training Seminars and earn up to 30 credits toward ACC/MCC Certification (Building Client Loyalty, Understanding Groups, and Professional Selling Skills). If you already have your CLIA ID Card, this cruise completes the 2006 renewal requirement. Cruise University also includes Travel Sales Certification program, 8 credits from The Travel Institute, all class materials, all port charges and prepaid gratuities. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the Egyptian Spice Market, St. Sophia, plus much more breathtaking sightseeing, shopping, and hotel inspections. Agent rate includes transfers for Turkish, Delta and Lufthansa Airlines flights (airfare not included), 6 nights accommodations at Akgun Hotel (5 stars), Welcome cocktails, total of 7 meals including 6 breakfasts and 1 dinner, 3 full-day Istanbul city tours with entrance fees, Bosporus cruise, licensed English speaking tour guide, all service fees and taxes, and bonus gift: Travel documents kit. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Departs August 26, 2005 from Rome, for Naples, Mykonos, Santorini, Sicily, Nice, and Genoa (click here for itinerary details). Aboard Celebrity's out-of-this-world Galaxy (click here to tour the ship). Travel Agent Rates: $40 Interior Cabin, $50 Ocean View, $80 Celebrity Concierge Class, per person, per day (retail rates start at $130 per day). Remember, a cruise includes your room, most meals, beverages and entertainment...plus Celebrity's top rated food and service, larger staterooms, AquaSpa and more. You must be a CLIA member, and have a travel agent business card. Credit Cards only (no checks). Agent Rate available for you and one guest, in categories 9 through 4. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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August 20 - 27, 2005. Aboard Holland America's ms Zuiderdam from Ft. Lauderdale to Nassau and private Half Moon Cay in the Bahamas, and Tortola (to swim with the dolphins or explore Virgin Gorda's boulder "Baths") and St. Thomas, Virgin Islands. Cruise University includes cruise, Travel Sales Certification program, all class materials, all port charges...and lots of fun. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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OSSN and Wings Group Egypt invite you to discover the mysteries of the Pyramids and cruise the Nile! September 27 to October 4, 2005. Included are a pampering 2-night stay at the 5 star Le Meridien Pyramaids at the foot of the Great Pyramids of Giza, tours of Luxor, Aswan and the High Dam, Cairo, the Sphinx, Museum of Antiquities, the Valley of the Kings, sailing in an Egyptian Felucca, the 4-Day Nile Cruise aboard the 5-star MS Jasmine, some meals, and much more. Airfare not included. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Departures Aug. 25, Sept. 8 & 22, Oct. 20 & 27, 2005. Includes Round Trip air from Miami-Quito, Ecuador (low air add-ons available from over 100 cities), and Round Trip air from Quito to the Galapagos. Four nights in Quito at a four star hotel with breakfast daily. English speaking guided tour of Colonial Quito, and full day tour to Otavalo Indian Market with hacienda lunch. 4 days/3 nights at a four star hotel in Puerto Ayora, Galapagos Islands. Yacht cruises to other islands with naturalist guides. All meals in the Galapagos. All transfers in Quito and the Galapagos. Optional extensions or separate FAMs to Machu Picchu, the Amazon River and Cuenca, Ecuador's most beautiful city. For more info, go to www.cruisetoursonline.com. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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More than half of all Omni Hotels' reservations come from travel agents. To thank you for your support, Omni offers you up to 70% off at participating hotels throughout the United States and Canada. (Omni has 40 First Class and Luxury properties, and is top-rated for guest satisfaction and value.) Must be one travel agent for each room booked at the travel agent rate. Rates are subject to availability and change, and are non-commissionable. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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A unique way to explore the beauty of Europe. Drift in luxury through the landscape, with gourmet food, wine and service superb in every way, visiting chateaux, cathedrals, vineyards, and timeless villages off the beaten path and unpack only once! View videos on line at EuropeanBarging.com. Rates include 6-night cruise, 6 meals a day with wine, open bar and all sightseeing. Non-agent companions add $100.
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September 3 -10, 2005. Aboard Celebrity Cruise Line's Horizon. Sailing from Philadelphia to St. George Island, Bermuda, a postcard-come-to-life featuring cobblestone streets with names like Petticoat Lane and Featherbed Alley. Then on to Hamilton, Bermuda, the capital of this island paradise, steeped in history and British charm. Shop for Shetland sweaters, English china or Bermuda shorts. Take afternoon high tea, a horse carriage ride, a candlelight tour, a sunset sail. Or explore the wild side: night snorkeling, deep sea fishing, glass bottom boats, dolphin encounter, even an aquatic archaeology tour. Back in Philly, don't forget the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Cruise includes your cabin, most meals, beverages and entertainment...plus Celebrity's top rated food and service, larger staterooms, AquaSpa and more (port taxes and tips extra). For package details and a virtual tour of the ship, click here. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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7-Night premium cruises to Bermuda aboard the Horizon, Aug 20 and 27 from Philadelphia, or the Zenith, Aug 27 from New Jersey. Visit St. George Island's cobblestone streets like Petticoat Lane. And Hamilton, the island's capital, steeped in history and British charm. Shop for Shetland sweaters or Bermuda shorts. Take afternoon high tea, a carriage ride, a sunset sail. Or explore the wild side: night snorkeling, deep sea fishing, dolphin encounter, or a hair-raising scooter tour. If you leave from Philly, don't forget the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Travel Agents with CLIA membership pay only $40 per day inside cabin, $50 oceanview, $75 balcony, $80 Concierge Class. Plus Celebrity's top rated food and service, larger staterooms, AquaSpa and more. Remember, cruises are the best value, including your room, most meals, beverages and entertainment. More info at www.celebrity.com. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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FAMs (for you only) Fear Factor Live. Shrek 4-D. Terminator 2: 3-D. Plus five remarkable islands with the most cutting edge rides and attractions (Dr. Seuss, Jurassic Park, Marvel Super Heros and more). At the number one movie and TV-based theme park, Travel Agents with CLIA certification (see below) who complete the Universal Specialist program qualify for a complimentary 1-day/2-park ticket per year, or 50% Off a 2-day/2-park ticket with 3rd day free admission to Universal's Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida. Family and friends get a 10% discount. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Through Aug 31, 2005, Concorde Hotels offers a travel agent rate (including Tax, Service and Buffet Breakfast) at the following beautiful and well-located hotels in Paris: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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FAMs (for you only) Another amazing offer from our friends at Apple Vacations, designed specifically for home based Agents like you. Learn first hand about Mexico's favorite playground, Cancun. 4-day/3-night All-Inclusive FAM, at the stunning, first class, beachfront Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa, including all meals and drinks, most sports and entertainment, Cancun and Riviera Maya resort inspections, and...get this...including roundtrip, non-stop air from Baltimore, Cleveland, Newark, Cincinnati and Chicago! Explore the white sandy beaches, turquoise sea and glamorous nightlife, fully escorted by our Apple Sales Director, Greg Johnson. September 8 - 11, 2005. One departure only, with limited space. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Museums, zoos, theme parks, transportation...even the Queen Mary! Click here for Travel Agent Rates in Anaheim & Orange County. From the Anaheim/Orange County Visitors Bureau. NOTE: Only pre-printed business cards are accepted! (To order, log onto the Agents Only area of InteleTravel.com, under Agent Services click on Training & Supplies.) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Follow the Jet Set to The Palms' Resort on Turks & Caicos Islands, where Travel Agents receive a 50% discount. The Palms, a 72-suite boutique resort situated on 12 acres of landscaped grounds, offers two and three bedroom suites, and a new level of luxury, on the celebrated sugar-sands of Grace Bay Beach. Pre-programmed iPods, a 15,000 sf spa, and lots of marble and mahogany await lucky guests. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Depart historic Galveston Island, TX aboard the Elation and, in between classes to increase your travel knowledge, visit the ports of Mexico's Yucatan Penninsula. Optional excursions include Houston Space Center, Chichen Itza and other important Mayan ruins, Spanish Colonial city tours, colorful Mexican markets, sun-drenched beaches, reef diving in Cozumel, baboon sanctuary, cave tubing, rainforest jungles and more. Cruise University Tuition includes Travel Sales Certification Program, classes in Sales, Prospecting and Selling Groups, all class materials, and of course all the fun of a 7- night Carnival cruise. Click here for itinerary. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Just for Home-Based Travel Agents like you. Apple Vacations wants you to learn first hand about Mexico's favorite playground, Cancun. 4-day/3-night All-Inclusive FAM, at the beachfront resort Secrets - Capri Riviera Cancun (with Apple's highest rating), including all meals and drinks, most sports and entertainment, resort inspections, and...get this...including roundtrip, non-stop air from Baltimore, Cleveland, Newark, Cincinnati and Chicago! Explore the white sandy beaches, turquoise sea and glamorous nightlife, fully escorted by our Apple Sales Director, Greg Johnson. September 8 - 11, 2005. One departure only, with limited space. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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7-Night cruises to the Caribbean, including accommodations, all onboard meals, most drinks and entertainment. From just $40 per person per day. Call at ports like St. Thomas, Aruba, Anguila, Puerto Rico, Curacao, Key West, Grand Cayman, Cozumel, Jamaica, Miami, the Bahamas, St. Maarten, Galveston and more. Aboard the most innovative ships at sea (each one with a rock-climbing wall). For virtual ship tours and itineraries, go to royalcaribbean.com. Note: CLIA membership (see above) and InteleTravel.com business cards required (Log onto the Agent Only area of InteleTravel.com. Under Agent Services, click on Training & Supplies.) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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River cruises -- in Europe, China, and the U.S. -- have grown very popular as "baby boomers" flock to this relaxed way of exploring without climbing aboard a tour bus. How do you describe the river cruise experience? Romantic? Fascinating? Europe at its finest? All of the above! OSSN (Outside Sales Support Network) is offering unique European river cruise fams in conjunction with Amadeus Waterways. Cruise through the most scenic and romantic valleys in the world; visit medieval cities along the Danube, Main, Rhine, and Moselle rivers; see castles, vineyards and more! | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Since its inception in 1986, SpaFinder has been the leading spa travel resource for Travel Agents. To educate travel professionals on the Spa experience, most Spas offer at least 50% off room rates, plus discounts on Spa services, products and even discounts for your non-Agent guests. Here's just a partial list of Travel Agent Spa FAMS. Click below for rates, reservation instructions, resort reviews and more.
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The all-inclusive Travel Agent rate includes breakfast, lunch & dinner at resort restaurants, no restrictions. Unlimited drinks in resort restaurants, bars and lounges. Unlimited horseback riding, tennis, and non-motorized watersports. World famous jet-set resort designed by Oscar de la Renta with some of the most celebrated golf courses in the world. Limit 2 rooms per Agent. For travel through Dec 20, 2005. www.casadecampo.com.do | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Las Hadas Golf Resort & Marina was made famous in the movie "10" with Bo Derek. With a design concept out of the Arabian Nights, 15 acres of breathtakingly beautiful property, an 18-hole championship golf course, water sports, private beach, fine cuisine, elegant rooms and suites (some with private pools) and award winning service. A Brisas Hotel & Resort. $75 per room, per night, EP ("European Plan": without meals), taxes and gratuities not included. www.brisas.com.mx | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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As an InteleTravel.com Independent Travel Agent, you are invited to Carnival Cruises' Seminars at Sea. Travel Agent discount rates on many 4, 5 & 7-day cruises. Plus sales ideas, group travel tips, ship inspections and more. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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November 11 - 20, 2005. Aboard Royal Caribbean Cruise Line's Grandeur Of The Seas. Departs Baltimore, Maryland, calling at Grand Bahama Island, private CoCoCay, Key West, Cozumel and Port Canaveral (for DisneyWorld, Universal Studios, Kennedy Space Center). Through OSSN (Outside Sales Support Network). Travel Agent Rate includes all onboard meals, activities, entertainment, some drinks, Travel Agent Cocktail Reception, run of ship cabin: $379 (that's less than $40 per day all-inclusive!) plus port taxes and gratuities. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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VIETNAM & CAMBODIA
From
$240, plus $220 port charges and fees; airfare and personal
expenses not included. Cruise and Travel University is only
available to qualified Travel Agents. Traveling companion sharing
with eligible travel agent welcome at the same tuition. Companions
must be 21 years or older. 
Ripley's Believe It or Not! 
SeaWorld Orlando
Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede
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13-NIGHT EXOTIC SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN $749
Less than $50-a-day, all-inclusive! Aboard Norwegian Cruise Lines' Majesty. Departing October 30, 2005, from Boston to San Juan/Puerto Rico, St. Thomas, St. John, St. Lucia, Aruba, Orlando/Port Canaveral, and Charleston, SC. Cabins are run of ship (can guarantee Oceanview for $175 more). Includes everything you expect from a luxury cruise...plus top-notch travel training from Platinum Seminars, accredited by The Travel Institute.
For more info and to book, click here.
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NEW DEPARTURE!!!! CANCUN FAM WITH AIR JUST $199
Another amazing offer from our friends at Apple Vacations, designed specifically for home based agents like you, to learn first hand about one of the hottest Mexican destinations, Cancun. 4-DAY/3-night All-Inclusive FAM, at the first class, beachfront resort Secrets - Capri Riviera Cancun (with Apple's highest rating), including all meals and drinks, most sports and entertainment, other resort inspections, fully escorted by our Apple Sales Director, Greg Johnson, and...get this...including roundtrip, non-stop air from selected cities, like Baltimore, Cleveland, Newark, Cincinnati and Chicago! ONE DEPARTURE ONLY, WITH LIMITED SPACE. OCTOBER 13 - 16, 2005.
Click here for details and reservation form.
This is a working FAM with mandatory travel agent activities.
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5 NIGHT BERMUDA CRUISE FAM
Aboard Royal Caribbean Cruise Line's Grandeur Of The Seas. Departing Baltimore for King's Wharf, Bermuda. September 25 to 30, 2005. Browse the shops and museums of the Royal Naval Dockyard (1815). Take a glass bottom boat to the Sea Gardens. Enjoy the Crafts Market, breathtaking golf, deep sea fishing, and a sunset Calypso Cruise. Sponsored by OSSN (Outside Sales Support Network). Includes most ship-board meals, entertainment, activities and Oceanview Cabin. $399 plus port tax and tips. Non-OSSN members add $50 (so it pays to look into membership).
For more info and to book, click here.
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CELEBRITY FALL CRUISE FAMS
Travel Agent rates on 7- to 14-night luxury cruises to Bermuda, Europe, Mexico and Transatlantic. Aboard the sophisticated Summit, Zenith, Horizon, Millenium and Galaxy. Selected sailings in September, October, November. Just $40 per person/per day Inside Cabin, $50 Ocean View, $75 Veranda, $80 Celebrity Concierge Class. Remember, cruising is all-inclusive: accommodations, onboard entertainment, activities and Celebrity's top-rated cuisine. CLIA membership required. (2005 membership closed. 2006 membership applications available November). InteleTravel.com Independent Travel Agent business card required. (Login to the Agents Only area of InteleTravel.com. Under Agent Services, click on Training & Supplies.)
Click here for a list of Celebrity Travel Agent Fall Cruise Fams.
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PLATINUM SEMINARS CRUISE FAMS
These cruises are sponsored by Platinum Seminars and include industry-recognized cruise sales training.
10-Night Mexican Riviera, Princess Cruises $599
October 31, 2005. Dawn Princess. 10 nights, roundtrip from San Francisco to Catalina Island, Cabo San Lucas (whale watching, mountain bike/ATV adventure), Mazatlan (colonial tours), Puerto Vallarta (bullfights, snorkel with sea lions, swim with dolphins) and San Diego (Old Town Trolley, San Diego Zoo, Sea World, Coronado). $599.00 (for 10 nights!) Run of Ship Cabin. $175 more guarantees Oceanview Cabin. For cruise itinerary, click here.
7-Night Hawaii, Norwegian Cruiselines $399
November 27, 2005. Pride of Aloha. Roundtrip 7-night inter-island cruise from Honolulu to romantic Maui, Kaua‘I, the Garden Isle, and the volcanic Big Island of Hawai‘i. From the chic beaches of Waikiki, and Honolulu's dazzling nightclubs, great shopping, and stirring monuments, to secluded beaches, waterfalls, majestic mountains, wild orchids and more. Onboard, island décor enlivens an Internet Café, 13 bars including Capt. Cook's Cigar Club, 6 restaurants, 7 pools/whirlpools, Body Waves Spa, Ice Cream Bar and more. Featuring Golf Hawaii program with access to the islands' best courses. $399 Run of Ship Cabin.
For BOTH the Dawn Princess to Mexico, and the Pride of Aloha to Hawaii,
go to PlatinumSeminars.com, click on Seminars.
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CRUISE UNIVERSITY 7-NT. CARIBBEAN FAM $395
November 27, 2005 depart Ft. Lauderdale for 7 nights aboard the Costa Mediterranea, whose design is inspired by Italy's ancient palazzi and castles. Explore the exotic islands of the Southeastern Caribbean: St. Maarten, Tortola, Nassau/Bahamas. In addition to the cruise accommodations, onboard meals, entertainment and countless activities, Cruise University includes:
Travel Agent rate (All Balcony Staterooms): $395. For Cruise details, click here.
For more info and to book, go to CruiseAgentOnly.com.
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4-DAY ALL-INCLUSIVE CANCUN $259.99 WITH AIR!
4 day/3 night, all-inclusive Apple Vacations FAM (meals, activities, drinks, entertainment, water sports, and more) at the newly opened, First Class, beachfront Sunscape Puerto Aventuras. Also includes site inspections of Apple Vacations' other exclusive resorts in Cancun and Riviera Maya. Two Departures: Oct 27 from Baltimore, Philadelphia, Cincinnati, Cleveland; November 3 from Pittsburgh and Newark. PLUS $100 bonus commission certificate - get $100 back on your next sale for Apple - so the effective cost of this all-inclusive trip is really just $159.99 including air! Fully escorted. Space is limited. Book it now!
Click here for reservations.
This is a working FAM trip with mandatory site inspections.
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HOLLAND AMERICA LINES: 30+ FAMs
Holland America Line announces Travel Agent Appreciation Fares including over 30 sailings, starting at $399. Call at ports in the Caribbean, Hawaii, Europe and the Panama Canal. Aboard some of the most elegant ships at sea, including the Statendam, Veendam, Rotterdam, Maasdam and more. You must be a CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) member to qualify for these rates. 2005 membership is closed, but applications for 2006 will be available through customerservice@InteleTravel.com in November.
Click here for 30+ Travel Agent Sailings!
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2 COSTA CRUISE FAMS FROM $299
FAM News is sponsoring Seminars-on-Ships aboard the Costa Mediterranea (launched 2003). November 27-December 4 a 7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise sails from Fort Lauderdale to St. Maarten, Tortola, Nassau, and back to Fort Lauderdale. December 18-23 the 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise sails from Fort Lauderdale to Progreso Mexico, Nassau, and back to Fort Lauderdale. "Best Available Balcony" cabins (210 sq. ft., with verandas) are available at $399 for the 7-Night cruise (the brochure rate is $1,099) , and $299 for the 5-Night cruise (the brochure rate is $849). Sailings includes two travel agent seminars. The ship's spectacular decor was inspired by Italian Palazzos and features a 10-deck atrium, and a two story dining room modeled on a Sicilian palace...plus great Italian service and style.