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Spring break is just around the corner! In this weakened economy, travel
suppliers are feeling the pinch and offering some unprecedented deals which I am happy to pass on to you. From guest
lecturers in exotic ports of call to rock climbing walls, cruising on the high seas offers an ideal choice for intergenerational
travel, and sunny Mexico continues to rate as the number one destination in terms of bang for your family's hard earned
vacation buck.
Please scroll down to see a sampling of these incredible family bargains, all
of which are based on two adults and two children under the age of 12 (though I can easily recalculate prices for families
of any size). Some of these are limited time offers, so please do not wait too long to contact me if you are interested!
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 Hawaiian Holiday
If you have ever thought about taking a Hawaiian vacation, now is the time to do it! Exceptional rates
are currently being offered on travel throughout the islands. Our nation's 50th state is a veritable paradise for family
vacationers, offering something for everyone. If the thought of sipping mai tais and soaking up the sun on a volcanic
sand beach bores you, try your hand at surfing lessons on Oahu's famed north shore, give your kids a history lesson at the USS
Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor, or hop on a boat and have a close encounter with the great humpback whales, who wisely
spend their winters in these beautiful islands.
The rates below
are based on quad occupancy (4 to a room) and include roundtrip air from Memphis to Honolulu, 6 nts hotel
and tax, and other amenities as stated.
- Turtle Bay $3984 for 4 - incredible deal on North Shore resort including lei greeting,
ocean view room, room upgrade based on availability at check in, daily breakfast, Polynesian Cultural Center tickets,
and full-sized rental car
- Hilton
Hawaiian Village $4314 for 4 - located directly
on Waikiki Beach, this includes a lei greeting, roundtrip airport transfers, and ocean view room
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Holiday
on the Riviera Maya
With our convenient daily nonstop service to Cancun, the Riviera Maya is the perfect destination for
a quick family getaway, offering some of the finest resorts on expansive white beaches. For those not content to bask
in the warm Caribbean sun, there are interesting Maya ruins to explore and snorkeling through the famous cenotes (underground
rivers) is an exhilarating experience. A day trip to nearby Cozumel is easy with hourly ferry service from Playa del
Carmen, whose interesting open air eateries and shops make for a great night on the town if you dare venture out of your casita.
The beautiful Fairmont Mayakoba offers luxury in a very eco-friendly setting. Most
rooms are situated along the mangrove lagoons, where guests may observe cormorants and other native bird and fish species
at close range from their private balcony. The winding slide at their family friendly pool is great for kids, but
adults will appreciate the attentive poolside cafe service and incredible views from the oceanfront infinity edged pool.
The Fairmont's spa is top notch, and in my opinion it is located on one of the most spectacular beaches in all
of the Riviera Maya. Unlike some of the other area beaches which are crowded with wall to wall hotels, the beach at
Mayakoba (over two miles long) is shared by only three luxury resorts, making it possible to have a long peaceful surfside
stroll. The rates below are based on quad occupancy (4 to a room)
and include roundtrip air from Memphis to Cancun, 4 nts hotel and tax, catamaran snorkeling adventure off
nearby Maroma Beach, and for a very limited time, this price also includes FREE kids'
meals when adults order from menu, complimentary kids club for three hours a day during your stay as well as a complimentary
round of golf for each child when adults pay normal greens fees. - Fairmont Mayakoba $2991 for 4 -
deluxe casita room (see inclusions above)
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 Ski Steamboat
For those seeking a little
fun in the snow without going bankrupt, Steamboat Springs, Colorado, is the ideal choice. Known as "Ski Town USA,"
Steamboat is famous for its legendary champagne powder snow, and thanks to their unique "kids ski free" program
and award-winning ski school, it is one of the most family-friendly ski resorts in North America. Plenty of après-ski
activities abound, such as tubing and dog sledding, as well as reasonably priced restaurants. Steamboat is a quick 25
minute drive from the Hayden, Colorado, airport, making it easily accessible from many major airports.
The rates below are based on quad occupancy (4 to a room) and include roundtrip air
from Memphis to Hayden, Colorado, 5 nts hotel and tax, 5 day lift tickets, intermediate-sized rental
car, and other amenities as stated. Book these packages soon to ensure lowest
airfare!
- Lodge
at Steamboat $3983 for 4 - within steps of ski school, includes 2 BR/2 BA condo 200 yards from the
lift with laundry facilities, heated outdoor pool, hot tub, and welcome bottle of wine
- Sheraton Steamboat $4363
for 4 - full-service ski in/ski out hotel located right across from the Silver Bullet Gondola, includes
one standard hotel room, heated outdoor pool, and hot tub
If you are in Memphis, be sure to see my friends at Outdoors Inc.
(www.outdoorsinc.com) for all of your ski and adventure travel gear needs!
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Outstanding Orlando
For many years, Orlando, Florida, has been known as a mecca for families. Walt Disney World is offering
rare discounts right now, giving visitors a chance to stay 7 nights for the price of 4! If
you think you have already have "been there, done that," think again. Forget the mouse and head for Universal Orlando
Resort and its sister Islands of Adventure Park, whose high tech rides will impress even the most experienced thrill seekers.
The rates below are based on quad occupancy (4 to a room) and include roundtrip air
from Memphis to Orlando, 5 nts hotel and tax, and theme park tickets and other amenities as
stated.
- Loews South Seas
Resort at Universal $2363 for 4 - onsite at Universal, lovely hotel with a Polynesian theme and
extensive swimming pool complex, includes waterview room, unlimited admission to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure,
early park admission, and roundtrip airport transfers
- Disney's Pop Century Resort $3410 for 4
- value property onsite at Disney, includes standard room on Magic your Way plus Dining package (5 day park hoppers plus one
snack, one fast food, and one seated meal per person per day), and Disney's Magical Express roundtrip airport transfers
- Loews Portofino Bay Resort $3712 for 4
- deluxe property onsite at Universal, includes gardenview room with exclusive Virtuoso amenities: possible upgrade
at check in, daily breakfast, one lunch for two, 20% Mandara spa discount, unlimited admission to Universal Studios and Islands
of Adventure, early park admission, one day at SeaWorld, and "meet and greet" roundtrip airport transfers
 Jammin' in Jamaica
Jamaica is a great place
for chillin' out with the kids while basking in the sun on sandy white beaches. A raft trip down the Martha Brae
River, a swim with the dolphins or a heart-pounding climb up beautiful Dunn's River Falls would satisfy adventure-seeking
visitors to this beautiful island home of the Blue Mountains. A daily nonstop flight out of Memphis makes this an especially
easy getaway for families seeking immediate gratification.
The rates
below are based on quad occupancy (4 to a room) and include roundtrip NONSTOP air from Memphis to Montego Bay, 5
nts hotel and tax, roundtrip transfers, and other amenities as stated.
- Riu Montego Bay $3195 for 4 - brand new family-friendly
resort only minutes from the airport, includes garden view room, all meals, snacks, drinks (milk to margaritas!), inroom minibar,
miscellaneous activities (such as use of catamarans and scuba diving lessons), kids club, and nightly entertainment
- Beaches Negril $4879
for 4 - deluxe ultra-inclusive resort on beautiful Negril Beach, includes garden view room with
balcony or patio, all meals, snacks, drinks (milk to margaritas - premium brands!), inroom minibar, miscellaneous activities
(such as use of catamarans and scuba diving lessons), kids/teens club, XBox Oasis, Sesame Street character breakfasts, and
beach valet service
Destination: Destin The so-called Redneck Riviera has come
a long way from its early days of basic low-rise motels and a handful of hole-in-the-wall restaurants. These days, the Florida
Panhandle continues to draw loyal fans year after year for its sugary white sand beaches, and the springtime is an ideal time
to visit. Hotel rates are down, restaurants are less crowded, and it is often warm enough to take a dip into the Gulf of Mexico
even in March. For those who prefer indoor pursuits, there is incredible shopping at Silver Sands, the nation's largest
designer outlet mall. The rates below are
based on quad occupancy (4 to a room) and include 6 nts hotel and tax, and other amenities as stated. Sandestin
Hilton $1085 for 4 - wonderful
full service hotel in midst of self-contained Sandestin resort, includes jr suite (king or double beds plus a set of bunkbeds)
with balcony and breakfast daily
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(901)493-8898 Emergencies
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