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January 22nd, 2007 |
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From your editor |
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Hey
Cruisers!
Ice
Storm Blues!
We returned from our cruise aboard the Carnival Fantasy on
Jan 13th only to run head on into the huge ice storm that was going
on here in Springfield, MO. Everything was frozen over, trees
were down everywhere, power was off, and it was a mess! We were
finally able to get into our office last Tuesday (1/16) only to find
out that our phone lines were down, leaving us with no phones or
internet. We had to work from our cell phone for 2 days!
If you tried to contact us by phone or email and you have not heard
back yet, please try again.
Carnival
Fantasy Cruise. We took a group of 22 people on the Fantasy
1/8 - 5 nighter from New Orleans. The Fantasy is the 3rd oldest
ship in Carnival's fleet, but she is in great condition, and the food
was outstanding! It's really hard to believe for such an inexpensive
cruise that we would be offered filet mignon, prime rib, lobster,
chateaubriand, New York steaks, and some other wonderful choices. (I
can't remember them all). Everybody in our group was very
impressed with the quality of the food service aboard the Fantasy.
You
may remember as far back as our Nov. 27th Newsletter we were
offering this cruise to you with rates starting at just $253pp.
Remember, we said that it was cheaper than staying home?
This was the cruise we were talking about.
We
stopped at Costa Maya & Cozumel, MX. Everybody that has
been in the Western Caribbean has been to Cozumel. I can
report that the island is in pretty good condition after the
hurricanes of '05. We could see where they are still dredging up the
chunks of concrete from one of the destroyed piers. What a job!
We had lunch at Poncho's Backyard. We highly recommend this
delightful "authentic" resturant. The food and service was excellent.
Costa
Maya is a nice new stop that was pretty much created just for
cruise ships. At the pier there is a large swimming pool, a couple of
restaurants and dozens of very attractive shops. We did not venture
out on any excursions at Costa Maya, electing to stay in this
beautiful area at the pier. The area was clean and had a festive atmosphere.
Deal
of the Week: Freedom of the Seas Feb. 4th
sailing from Miami. Just $599pp; $589pp for seniors!
(+ the pesky Govt. tax of $46.72pp). CLICK
HERE for more on this outstanding deal.
Whats
My Best Deal? Car.
HAPPY
HOUR is back! CLICK
HERE to see what's being offered tomorrow.
These are the best deals you are going to get from Royal Caribbean.
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TIP OF THE WEEK |
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Tip of the Week:
When cruising from the new
terminal in New Orleans, you drive right into the parking garage,
unload your luggage, and then go find your parking place. You
will love the convenience and efficiency of this great new
system. -- Courtesy of The Cruiseman.
Send us your "Tip
of the Week".
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submit your "Tip of the Week" CLICK
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Cruiseman news |
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Emerald Princess Sails Through Sea Trials
The upcoming Emerald Princess recently sailed through her sea trials,
marking a key construction milestone on the way to the ship's April
2007 debut. Emerald Princess departed the building dock at the
Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, and sailed for several
days as the vessel's technical systems were successfully shore
excursion offerings include dog sledding on the Mendenhall Glacier in
Juneau, a photo safari by land and sea in Juneau's Channel Islands, a
Glacier Point Wilderness Safari from Skagway and Anan Creek Bear
Watch in Ketchikan.
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cruiseman contest - Win a free 2 night cruise* !!! |
Last Week's Question:
What
will be the name of the 3rd "Freedom" class Royal Caribbean ship?
The
Answer is: Independence of the Seas
Here
are our two winners:
Cate
Thomassen -- Santa Cruz, CA
Jay
Austin -- Portland, TN
Our winners
will receive a Free 2 Night Cruise (for two adults) to Nassau aboard
the Regal Empress. (they just pay the port taxes of $59pp)
For
details of our Free Cruise Give-Away CLICK
HERE
Note to winners:
If your name is listed as a winner, you do not need to call our
office. We will mail you your cruise booking documents.
This
weeks Cruiseman Contest Question:
Name the
resturant that The Cruiseman had lunch at in Cozumel
Incomplete
entries will be
tossed out!
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