Newport RI - 08/18/09

To view photo albums from my trip to Rhode Island this week - click on these links:

NEWPORT

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Chateau-sur-Mer

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=101668&id=758768027&l=572784fa9c

The Elms

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Rosecliff

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The Breakers

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Marble House

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Newport is a fabulous destination - lots of history, culture, activities and of course, fabulous seafood (especially chowder at the Black Pearl!).

Girls Night Out Cruise

Join our "Girls Night Out" cruise getaway on Holland America's Eurodam January 30, 2010. We'll depart from Ft. Lauderdale and visit Grand Turks, San Juan, St Thomas and Half Moon Cay.

"Girls Night Out" Lunch at the Pinnacle Grill with your choice of a manicure or pedicure while sipping a glass of champagne is included!

Plus, each stateroom will receive a $25 beverage credit as well as a serving of chocolate dipped strawberries and a bottle of champagne!

Inside stateroom from: $699pp
Ocean view stateroom from: $859pp
Verandah stateroom from: $999pp
Verandah Suite from: $1599pp

Prices are per person based on double occupancy and subject to availability. Prices do not include government taxes of $80.15pp, optional airfare or insurance. Holland America reserves the right to re-instate the fuel surcharge of $9 pp per day should the price of oil increase above $70 per barrel.

The Golf Included Vacation & Specials!

Golf Included Vacation

Sandals and Beaches resorts invite you to enjoy year-round unlimited golf and replay rounds, use of the driving range and 10,000 square yard short game area, with complimentary green fees and transfers to the Sandals Golf & Country Club in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Plus, experience the Caribbeans' best beaches, unlimited gourmet dining and premium drinks including wine from Napa Valley's legendary Beringer Vineyards. Any way you slice it, Sandals and beaches knows golf best! And for a limited time enjoy up to 65% off when you book your Luxury Included vacation at Select Sandals and Beaches Resorts!

PLAY PARADISE GOLF PACKAGE

Available year-round, this exclusive Golf Package includes:

• One-day PGA Golf School Powered by Nike Golf
• A Golf Club Fitting with the Nike 360 degree Fitting System
• Complimentary Caddie, Cart Use and Advance Tee Times
• Lunch Daily on Course at the Authentic Jamaican Jerk Shack
• A complimentary bottle of wine off the Managers List
  
  $395 per person

GET AWAY FOR THE PLAY PARADISE GOLF WEEKEND

Play Paradise year-round or join us for exclusive Play Paradise Golf Weekends on November 12 - 16, 2009 or January 14 - 18, 2010 for a 5 Day / 4 Night Golf Getaway.

Make your reservation for a Luxury Included Vacation at Beaches Boscobel Resorts & Golf Club, Sandals Grande Ocho Rios Beach & Villa Golf Resort or Sandals Dunn's River Villaggio Golf Resort & Spa. Add the Play Paradise Golf Package for these exclusive dates: Nov 12-18, 2009 or Jan 14-19, 2010.

Weekend Bonus Include:

• A Welcome cocktail Reception & Farewell Dinner for the Group
• Poker Night with Cigars & Cordials
• 2-man Scramble Tournament

Weekend Gifts Include:

• $250 Red Lane Spa Credit
• 10% Discount at the Sandas Golf & Country Club Pro Shop
• Palm Drive Mgazine Gift Pack
  
  From $995pp
  

To Book, call Sue @ 216-459-9094!

New from Palace Resorts - Save up to $400

Receive up to a $400 Airfare Discount through the end of the year!

IT'S BEEN SUCH A POPULAR OFFER, WE JUST HAD TO EXTEND IT!

Now through the end of the year, all guests who book a package at any Palace Resorts destination throughout Mexico will also receive a travel air discount.

• Book a stay of 3 to 4 nights for a $100 air discount per room, per stay.
• Book a stay of 5 to 6 nights for a $200 air discount per room, per stay.
• Book 7 nights or more for a $400 air discount per room, per stay.

Just book by December 15 and travel by December 31, 2009.

Best of all, guests can combine this offer with the Palace Passport for savings on tours
and more, plus other valid promotions at the time of booking.

Call Sue @ 216-459-9094!

LATEST DISNEY & DISNEY CRUISE OFFERS!

Drop in for FREE DINING! - For a package of 5 nights or more, you'll get incredible accommodations, 6-Day Magic Your Way Base tickets AND the Disney Dining Plan FREE! Book your vacation by 7/26/09 and travel August 22 through October 3, 2009.

Cool off at Walt Disney World Resort with refreshing room-only rates! For a savings of 35% per night. Book through August 8 and stay most nights 8/9 through 10/3.

Lucky Ducks... Kids Sail for 50%! Kids 12 and under get 50% off the prevailing cruise fare at time of booking. Available for 3-, 4- and 7-night cruises on most sail dates June 24, 09 through August 20, 2009 with two full-fare guests in the same stateroom for categories 8-12. Gov't taxes and fees not included.

CALL NOW! 216-459-9094

Captain's Orders - book a Verandah stateroom and receive up to a $700 Onboard Credit on most sailings 6/20 to 8/8, 09! Select a verandah stateroom during a 4-night sailing and receive up to a $400 onboard credit on most sailings 6/28 to 8/09,09 OR a 3-night sailing to receive up to a $300 onboard credit on most sailings 6/25 to 8/06.

While we were in the port of Nassau during our recent Carnival Pride cruise, Terry & I stopped at the beautiful Sandals Royal Bahamian Resort. We had the opportunity to have a tour of the property as well as relax and "experience" it as well.

Due to a lack of time, we didn't get to pop over to Sandals' private island (maybe next time!) but still had the chance to relax on the beach and have a great lunch at their restaurant, Spices. Big Hello to Sandals Sales Manager, Cheddy Brown, recently transferred from Sandals Dunns River in Jamaica!

If you're thinking of an Ultra-All-Inclusive resort for your next vacation, consider Sandals. Give us a call! All of our agents are Certified Sandals Specialists and we can match the perfect resort to your vacation dreams.

I just came back from the inaugural sailing of the Carnival Pride out of Baltimore. The Pride sailed out of the harbor with much fanfare after a luncheon onboard of local & state dignitaries including the governor of Maryland, Martin O'Malley. She'll be sailing 6 & 7 day intineraries to the Bahamas with select stops in Pt Canaveral, Freeport, Nassau, Grand Turk & Half Moon Cay.

This particular sailing, April 27th, was a 6 night cruise to Nassau & Freeport. We had remarkable weather - the Atlantic was like glass the entire trip - and beautiful sunshine (quite unlike the Cleveland weather I left behind!).

My husband, Terry, and I had the chance to dine in the specialty supper club, David's, while onboard. Even though the surcharge is $30, it is WELL worth the price. We had a spectacular meal and an unbelievable chocolate work of art for dessert! One of the best meals I've ever had in my entire life! Seriously, it was that good.

With the Pride now sailing out of Baltimore - a short 6 hour drive or a cheap flight on SW airlines away - we now have access to our own close-in cruise port! Let's take advantage of it!