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Love is Big Business

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Destination Weddings & Honeymoons

Love is a big business! Honeymoons are a $12 billion a year business and Destination Weddings $10 billion plus – yes I said billion.

A Destination Wedding can cost less then a traditional wedding, with complementary wedding planning and special prices for the wedding party.

I thought I would share a few possibilities for that special day.

Las Vegas

The wedding industry in Las Vegas is a $900 million industry, with a lot more to offer then the Britney Spears middle of the night wedding chapel. Also, you don’t have to have Elvis marry you or go to the Drive-Up chapel – unless you want to!  Some of the deluxe hotels, like Wynn, have their own chapel and offer elegant, traditional weddings and lovely areas for your reception.

Other options:  A Grand Canyon wedding with reception back in Vegas; the Eiffel Tower at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel or a Venice cannal at the Venetian Hotel. If your  preference is a more natural setting head for Valley of Fire, with stunning red sandstone.

Hotel Rates have never been so low.  You can stay at a deluxe hotel for what you would have paid for a mid range hotel in the past. There are all kinds of special prices and offers making this cost effective for family and friends sharing your special day.
 

Princess Cruises

If you prefer the open seas, Princess Cruises could be for you, with their Weddings at Sea Program . Their ships have a formal wedding chapel and the captain can preform a legal marriage. Princess also has Renewal of Vows Packages and both can be shared with family and friend back home by web cam.

If it’s your wedding, honeymoon or renewal of vows, take time to Imagine the Possibilities…

Specials & Promotions – 6/16

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I’m often asked if I have any specials, I receive many emails of specials everyday.  I will highlight some of the specials and promotions as they come in, so keep checking back, or give the office a call. 

The Best of Barbados  

The Hilton Barbados – $839.95

Package Includes

Air Credits of up to $300.00 

First night free

Free breakfast daily

Oistins Fish Fry dinner voucher for $25.00 per booking

Travel Dates:  September to December 18, 2009

Reservations: must be made by July 17th

Note:  other hotels and rates available. 

Holland American Lines
3 Day Sale – June 17-19 New fares on verandahs and suites. Upgrades available from only $50.00  Holland America Line are in the   Caribbean, Europe, Hawaii, Mexico, Panama Canal and South America.   

Las Vegas – It’s Time To Go

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Las Vegas is different then most places…one of the ways is how the  rate of rooms is determined.  Most destinations have high and low seasons, Las Vegas changes from day to day. The best rates are usually when arriving the beginning of the week, (Sun – Wed), but if there is a large convention in town, the rates go up. So, if you are planning a trip to Vegas and can be flexable with your dates, you will get the best prices.

There has never been a better time to go to Las Vegas, with the major deluxe hotels offering special rates you can now stay in luxury for what it would have cost to stay in a mid range hotel. So, it’s  good time to enjoy all Las Vegas has to offer – top entertainment with great theater, world class performers; dinning in some of the best restaurants with celebrity chefs; wonderful spa experiences with all the hotels competing to offer the best services and gambling of course.

For you card players, a fun site, especially for Texas Hold’em fans www.pokapaloma.com

The Coolest Place

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Minus 5 Ice Lounge – Las Vegas

Imagine ice walls, tables, chairs, sculptures and even the glasses are ice…what better way to enjoy a special vodka drink!  The Minus 5 Ice Lounge is the only one in the USA, there are 14 total in the world.  I stoped to see this Cool place on my last visit to Las Vegas, it’s located at Mandalay Place. They supply sheepskin-lined parkas, gloves and booties before entering this special ice room. It was fun to see, especially all the ice carvings, so if you want to get out of the desert heat keep Minus 5 in mind.

The Burger Bar

Also at Mandalay Place and a favorite of mine, it’s located right near the ice lounge. When I’m in town, I try to make it over for a great burger. They have a good menu, you build your own burger – several kinds of burgers including, Angus, Kobe, buffalo, turkey and vegetarian. You can be creative or just go for the classic burger. I have gone with friends and on my own,  I always feel comfortable and always have a great meal.

My Hawaii Obsession

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I love Hawaii

I’m a Hawaii Destination Specialist and recently attended a seminar to update my designation.  The bad news is, after spending time going over each island and all they have to offer, I have become obsessed with going back.  I have been to Hawaii many times and lived there for a year and now feel the pull to return.

I lived in Oahu and worked at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel on Waikiki Beach. On my last visit I spent a few nights at the Pink Palace before my Hawaiian cruise. At check-in I mentioned I had worked at the Camera and Gift shop many years ago, when the bell boy brought my bag he greeted me as if I had come home and wouldn’t take a tip.  I had gotten the job because I wore shoes to the interview!

I’m anxious to see this grand hotel again, after her 84 million dollar renovation.  All of the Waikiki area has been going through renovations, the area had gotten a bit run down and tourist were going right to the outer islands. New restaurants and upscale shops have been added to bring in more tourist.

I found myself watching Lost to see the beautiful Hawaii scenery, I even watched an old Magnum PI last night…this is really becoming an obsession!

Aloha  

New York City, American Girl Place and a Limo

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A DAY IN NEW YORK CITY – WITH A SPECIAL GROUP OF YOUNG WOMEN
Travel should create special memories – I will never forget this group.

I spent a wonderful day in New York City with a special group of young women – Alycia, Ashley, Emily, Grace, Sara and Sophia.  We met early on a Saturday morning to start our adventure.  This was a special trip to the American Girl Place, so what better way to travel then in our own stretch limo!  Beside the six young women, we had four mothers, one aunt and a grandmother – and six American Girl Dolls! After time to shop, a visit to the beauty salon (for dolls only), we met for a group lunch.  When we arrived for lunch we were asked, not how many people but how many dolls.  Each doll had a special doll seat and their own tea cup.  We had a nice lunch with lots of choices before going to the American Girl Theater for the show.  After the show we had time to explore the city before being picked up – in our limo – for the trip back home.  Emily said “it was the best day of her life” (all 11 years) and I have to say it was one of my favorite groups.  I could not have traveled with a nicer group of young women and their beautiful dolls.  This was one of those special trips – that make you want to just keep smiling.

New York City

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NEW YORK CITY – DAY TRIP

November 29, 2008 – Saturday

Come join us as we depart Marlborough, MA by deluxe motor coach, for a fun day in New York City.  One of the greatest cities in the world, the Big Apple has so much to offer.

  • Great Shopping & Restaurants
    Broadway Shows
    Sightseeing
    World Famous Museums
    American Girl Place

Imagine the Possibilities…

$49.00 per person

newyorkflier.pdf

Cirquie Du Soleil – KOOZA

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KOOZA – CIRQUIE DU SOLEIL

BOSTON – SEPTEMBER 14, 2008

Please join me for a wonderful afternoon, lost in the world of Cirque du Soleil. KOOZA is a return to the origins of Cirque du Soleil; it combines two circus traditions – acrobatic performance and the art of clowning.The show highlights the physical demands of human performance in all its splendor.

After the show were off for a wonderful meal at Maggiano’s Little Italy.The menu is served family style and includes: Calamari Fritte, Stuffed Mushrooms, Caesar Salad, Maggiano’s Salad, Four Cheese Ravioli, Lasagna, Chicken Parmesan, Salmon, Tiramisu, Chocolate Zucotto Cake and Coffee, Tea or Soda

Deluxe motor coach transportation from Marlborough, MA or Newton, MA. click for flier –Kooza

Adult $179.00      Child (2-12)  $148.00

LIMITED SEATS…DON’T WAIT

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lindat @ TravelByTatten.com

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