CUNARD - BOOK YOUR 2010 GROUP & SAVE !

* 5% off Early Booking Fares (EBF) in group categories.
* All group lead-in fares offer a higher category at a lower fare than public EBF for the same category type.
* Double Amenity value for Balcony and Grill reservations.
* TC Ratios as low as 1 for 8.
* Extra amenity points for all Eastbound Transatlantics in the same season.
* All QUEEN VICTORIA sailings have 10 amenity points and 1 for 10 TCs.
* Groups available on all QUEEN MARY 2 and QUEEN VICTORIA sailings, including holidays and all getaway voyages.

There are 2 great reasons to choose to invite others to cruise with you: # 1, Being a winner in the eyes of others. Family, friends, and co-workers are just waiting for you to introduce them to a great opportunity that you have chosen. # 2, And opportunity for you to cruise FREE (taxes never free in free). Have you considered inviting others to cruise with you next time ? If not, why ?

QUEEN MARY & VOYAGER DESTINATIONS IN 2010

QUEEN MARY • 25 Transatlantic Crossings and opportunities to extend select voyages between Hamburg and Cherbourg.
• Five Fall Caribbean sailings roundtrip from New York.
• Fourth of July Getaway voyage to Canada & New England and two longer sailings in the Fall.
• Five voyages to Northern Europe from Southampton and Hamburg, including maiden calls to the North Cape and Tromso in Norway.


QUEEN VICTORIA
• 11 Mediterranean voyages, including open jaw sailings from Venice, Rome or Barcelona, popular itineraries with North American guests. Plus overnights in Venice, Istanbul and Barcelona.
• New Americas season in Winter 2011, including more U.S. departures sailing to the Caribbean, Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera and Hawaii.
• Northern Europe from Southampton including overnights in Copenhagen, Amsterdam and St. Petersburg.

The only places I've not been too, named above, is Istanbul, Hamburg, and Tromso-Norway. Out of the ones I have been to, my favorites, name above would be those mentioned in Europe and the Mediterranean (FYI - Russia is one of my favorite places, along with cruising in and out of Venices, and to Turkey). There is so many places to visit in Europe, that you would have many opportunites to go there, to see them all. And don't forget River Cruises, which I love even more, because most of the sights to see, are right in the port ! If you have cruised to any of the above destinations, which were your favorites ? Please share your experiences.

CELEBRITY CRUISES - BOOK By June 17 - UP TO $ 100 OBC - 2010 EUROPE & ALASKA

Take advantage of this limited time offer and receive up to $100 onboard credit* per stateroom when you book now.

Onboard credit offer applies to European and Transatlantic sailings on Celebrity Constellation, Celebrity Equinox and Celebrity Solstice departing May 1, 2010 - November 6, 2010, subject to availability, and is valid only for new individual and group bookings named and deposited March 10, 2009 - June 10, 2009; and Alaska sailings on Celebrity Infinity, Celebrity Mercury and Celebrity Millennium departing April 30, 2010 - September 19, 2010, subject to availability, and is valid only for new individual and group bookings named and deposited March 17, 2009 - June 17, 2009.

Based on availability. Call today ! (434/800) 237 3832

CELEBRITY CRUISES - up to 2 for 1

Enjoy up to 2 for 1 savings with our Starring You Promise on select sailings in Europe and Alaska: if our price lowers after you book, we'll honor the lower fare.

Now is the time to book a breathtaking cruise to Alaska, Europe and the Panama Canal. Because with our Starring You Promise, if the price of your selected cruise lowers, we'll honor the lower fare. Capacity controlled - can be sold out on select sailings at any time ! CALL TODAY ! (434/800) 237 3832

AZAMARA CRUISES - WITH SAVINGS, RECEIVE PREPAID GRATUITIES - BOOK BY MAY 31

Select Europe, Asia & Caribbean on sale ... Plus, if you book before May 31st, we're giving you prepaid gratuities on select cruises as a bonus for planning ahead.

DID YOU KNOW ? Port of Los Angeles wins Princess Passengers Vote for "2008 Port of the Year”

Princess Cruises passengers have voted, and the winner is the World Cruise Center at the Port of Los Angeles as the line’s highest rated turnaround port in 2008.

The annual distinction is awarded to one of Princess’ 33 worldwide turnaround ports that receives the highest passenger satisfaction scores for an entire year, as indicated by passengers on each cruise. A turnaround port is where a cruise ends and the next one begins.

The honor recognizes that a port has provided the service, facilities and personnel that have enhanced the passenger experience boarding or disembarking the ship. In total, the voting measured passenger satisfaction scores from 61 calls in Los Angeles from December 2007 to December 2008.

This is the fourth year for the award, and previous port of the year designations have gone to Whittier, Vancouver and Brooklyn.

Currently Los Angeles serves as home port to two Princess ships, Sapphire Princess sailing the Mexican Riviera, and Golden Princess, offering Hawaiian Islands sailings. Coral Princess also turns in Los Angeles for Panama Canal cruises.

AVALON WATERWAYS - Wine Cruise

The July 9 river cruise on the Avalon Poetry is offered as an exclusive Wine Cruise, including special lectures and tastings, available at no additional cost.

The Blue Danube Discovery - 14 days incl. air, or 13 days from Budapest to Prague.
The delightful Danube sets the stage for an incredible cruise through the Main-Danube Canal between Budapest and Nuremberg. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Budapest, Regensburg, Passau, and in magical Vienna. Also take a guided city walk past the baroque Stiftskirche in Dürnstein; participate in a wine tasting and guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk; and a beer tasting and guided tour of charming Nuremberg. Your journey concludes with three nights and plenty of free time in the “Golden City” of Prague.

CALL FOR YOUR JULY 9 ABOARD AVALON WATERWAYS TODAY ! (434/800) 237 3832

RHINE RIVER - DID YOU KNOW ?

The “romantic Rhine” finds its start as crystal clear streams in the Swiss Alps. It then creates the border of France and Germany before crossing into the Netherlands and eventually pouring out into the North Sea. The ancient Romans viewed the Rhine as the outermost border of civilization and reason, beyond which were mythical creatures and the “wild Germans.” This air of mysticism remains to this day, as the rolling waters weave through castle-dotted hills and serve as a witness to some of nature’s most incredible feats.

From Roman times through WWII, the Rhine had been the center of ancient empires. The river formed most of the northern frontier of the Roman Empire, and since those days the Rhine has been a crucial navigable waterway, carrying trade and goods inland. Serving as a defensive feature, the Rhine has been the basis for regional and international borders.

A Rhine cruise is wonderful for romantics, history enthusiasts, epicures, nature lovers,and wine lovers. You can look forward to little medieval towns, quaint half-timbered buildings, enchanted castles, majestic cathedrals, historic cities, and, of course, the romantic Rhine’s scenic natural beauty, just to name a few. The river also nurtures countless vineyards and small farms, making it a wine-lover’s dream. A trip on the Rhine is a trip back through history.

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RIVER CRUISING - DID YOU KNOW ?

Here are some interesting, quick and fun tidbits on European rivers ...

* The Danube is famously mentioned in the Strauss waltz Blue Danube, but it was Romanian composer Ion Ivanovici who took the world by storm when his waltz titled
* The Waves of the Danube was performed at the 1889 World Exposition in Paris.
* The name “Rhine” comes from the Celtic Renos, literally “that which flows,” from the Proto-Indo-European root rei- (“to flow, run”), which also gave birth to the verb “to run” in English.
* The German tradition of landscape painting, the Danube school, was developed in the Danube valley in the sixteenth century.
* The winding course of the Main River is the reason for its considerable length— 239 miles. If it were straight, it would be probably be less than half its current length.
* At the end of WWI, the Rhineland was subject to the Treaty of Versailles, which created quite a bit of bitterness in Germany and was one of the many reasons for WWII. The reoccupation of the Rhineland by Nazi Germany increased Hitler’s popularity in Germany.

The legends of the water will lured you. The fascinating sites that dot the banks are calling your name. You’re ready to set sail. And there’s never been a better time than now to board one of our lovely and gracious ships for Europe, China, Egypt or the Galapagos Islands. CHOOSE YOUR RIVER CRUISE TODAY ! (434/800) 237 3832

ITALY - DID YOU KNOW ?

Here are some interesting, quick and fun tidbits about the fascinating destination of your dreams. Provided by COSMOS.

* Italy means grazing or where there were oxen.
* The colors of the Italian flag represent three virtues: Hope (green), Faith (white), and Charity (red).
* The official language is Italian, but German and French are also spoken in some regions.
* Italy is slightly larger than Arizona and over 75% of it is mountainous or hilly.
Rome was founded in 753 BC.
* "Pizza Margherita" is named after a queen of Italy who was vacationing in Naples and the pizza chef made her a pizza with mozzarella (white), basil (green), and tomato (red) representing the Italian flag.
* The Italian peninsula is surrounded by five seas (the Adriatic, Ionian, Tyrrhenean, Ligurian, and Mediterranean).

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COSMOS - Save $100 per person on select 2009 North America vacations - BOOK BY JUNE 2

From the turquoise waters of Alberta’s Lake Louise to Utah’s colorful canyon country, your dreams become a reality on a Cosmos North America vacation. With Cosmos, you get the freedom of independent travel with the benefits and practicality of a group—all at an unmatched value. And when you book a select 2009 Cosmos North America vacation before June 2, 2009, you will save $100 per person.* So start packing your bags, North America’s greatest destinations are waiting your arrival.

Below is a list of eligible vacations:

The Canadian Rockies , 13 days
Vancouver, Kelowna, Banff, Jasper, Sun Peaks, Whistler, Victoria

Colorado’s National Parks & Trains , 9 days
Denver, Colorado Springs, Alamosa, Durango, Moab, Vail

Elvis & the Southern Sounds , 7 days
Memphis, Nashville

Route 66 Revisited , 15 days
Chicago, Springfield, St. Louis, Branson, Oklahoma City, Amarillo, Albuquerque, Flagstaff, Grand Canyon National Park, Las Vegas, Los Angeles

Ontario & French Canada , 8 days
Toronto, Ottawa, Québec City, Montréal, Via Rail Ocean Train, Halifax

REMINDER, CRUISES INC can purchase your COSMOS VACATION for you ! We'll make sure the package is what you think it is, and service the package, as if it were a cruise. You will also have the opportunity to puchase our Travel Guard Insurance package, which now also includes, LOSS OF JOB (Through May 29)! CALL TODAY FOR YOUR COSMOST VACATION ! (434/800) 237 3832

2009 Cosmos Europe air-inclusive vacation to receive the $100 off per person offer - BOOK BY JUNE 2

Whether you want to savor the flavors of France or venture to Eastern Europe’s alluring lands, Cosmos has a vacation to fit your desires as well as your pocketbook. With Cosmos, you get an entire travel package with included sightseeing, meals and transportation for less that you’d pay for a hotel on your own.

REMINDER, CRUISES INC can purchase your COSMOS VACATION for you ! We'll make sure the package is what you think it is, and service the package, as if it were a cruise. You will also have the opportunity to puchase our Travel Guard Insurance package, which now also includes, LOSS OF JOB (Through May 29)! CALL TODAY FOR YOUR COSMOST VACATION ! (434/800) 237 3832

Cunard Line and Oxford University Press Introduce Science at Sea

Cunard Line is partnering with Oxford University Press (OUP) to introduce the Cunard/Oxford University Press Science Club, a multi-faceted membership programme featuring the new onboard Science at Sea lectures by prominent science writers. In addition, guests can join the Science Club, affording ongoing opportunities to stay abreast of the latest in popular science publishing through quarterly OUP email newsletters, invitations to book launches and more. The programme kicks off on Queen Mary 2’s 8 April, 2009 westbound Transatlantic voyage—the ship’s first Crossing of the 2009 season—on which three leading scientists and science writers will be on hand for lectures, book signings and interviews.

Headlining the inaugural Science at Sea voyage on 8 April will be authors Jerry Coyne, the American professor of biology known for his commentary on the intelligent design debate; Philip Ball, winner of the Association of British Science Writers award for the best communication of science in a non-scientific context; and Jim Horne, director of the Sleep Research Centre at Loughborough University. The authors will deliver three lectures each, sign copies of their books and be interviewed by Queen Mary 2’s entertainment director. Additional Science at Sea voyages aboard Queen Mary 2 are scheduled for 13 – 19 June, 29 August – 4 September, and 9 – 15 October, 2009.

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BREEZES RESORTS - NEW LOCATIONS

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REMINDER, CRUISES INC can purchase your BREEZES RESORT OR SUPERCLUB VACATIONS for you ! We'll make sure the package is what you think it is, and service the package, as if it were a cruise. You will also have the opportunity to puchase our Travel Guard Insurance package, which now also includes, LOSS OF JOB (Through May 29)! CALL TODAY FOR YOUR BREEZES RESORT OR SUPERCLUB VACATIONS ! (434/800) 237 3832

CUNARD CRUISE LINE - Sail with Erica Jong - June 13, 2009, Westbound Transatlantic cruise

As part of the Literature & Liners, Cunard Insights presents prolific author Erica Jong. She is recognized for eight best-selling novels, including Fear of Flying, How to Save Your Life, Fanny: Being the True History of the Adventures of Fanny Hackabout-Jones and Parachute & Kisses. Her midlife memoir Fear of Fifty also became a major international best-seller. Additionally, Ms. Jong is the author of six award-winning collections of poetry. She is a frequent lecturer in the United States and abroad and is a regular contributor to the Huffington Post.

Carnival Ecstacy will undergo an extensive, multi-million-dollar refurbishment this fall

The refurbishment, this fall, will include the addition of an expansive new water park, an exclusive adults-only retreat, a Circle “C” facility and a redesigned resort-style main pool area. Additionally, 98 balconies will be added to existing ocean view staterooms. Reservations for these new balcony staterooms opened March 30, 2009 for sailings on or after October 17, 2009. In addition to adding the new balconies, Carnival Ecstasy's obstructed ocean view category 5A staterooms will be recategorized as interior staterooms. The recategorization of obstructed ocean view staterooms as interior is scheduled to take place across the entire fleet with completion by the end of April 2009. We will keep you informed as additional ships are updated.

Of the 98 new balcony staterooms, 62 will be located aft – with several of these featuring extended balconies – while 24 others will be located mid-ship and 12 near the stern. Several of the Carnival Ecstasy’s suites will be modified to feature larger, extended balconies.

CARNIVAL ! FREE AIR!!!! Summer Sailings from Miami and Ft Lauderdale

Offer: Free air on balconies combinable with FunSelect (PNS) only.

Sail Dates:

Liberty 7D- 5/30/09 thru 8/22/09

Valor 7D- 5/31/09 thru 8/23/09

Freedom 6D- 5/31/09 thru 8/23/09

Freedom 8D- 6/6/09 and 7/4/09

Blackouts:

Liberty 6/27/09

Valor 6/28/09

Freedom 6/28/09

Gateways:

BOS, BUF, CLT, IAD, JFK, LGA, RDU, RIC

17 of our 2009 European Collection sailings: $1,000 Price Reduction off 2 for 1 Cruise Fares with Free Airfare per stateroom. DEADLINE AUG 31 !

3rd and 4th guests are 50% off and single supplement is just 25%.

Queen Elizabeth Maiden Voyage Sells Out Faster than QE2 Final Voyage

On April 1, 2009, the the October 2010 Maiden Voyage for Cunard’s new ocean liner Queen Elizabeth, was placed on worldwide sale to past guests at 8:00 a.m., which SOLD OUT in a record 29 minutes. This was the fastest selling voyage in Cunard’s 170-year history. In fact, this voyage sold out quicker involving more guests than QE2’s Final Voyage when it set a previous Cunard sell-out record of 36 minutes in June 2007.

UNIVERSITY AT SEA - Accredited Continuing Education - Cruise Conferences

CALLING DOCTORS, NURSES, DENTIST, ATTORNEY'S & MORE !

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The U.S. consumer confidence index jumped to 39.2 in April

April 28 2009, 01:17 PM
WASHINGTON (MarketWatch)

The U.S. consumer confidence index jumped to 39.2 in April from 26.9 in March, the Conference Board reported Tuesday. The 12.3 point gain in the index was the fourth-largest ever in the 32-year history of the survey. Economists were expecting the index to rise about five points to 30.5.

Consumers were a little happier about the present situation than they were in March, but the big improvement came in the expectations index, which surged to 49.5 in April from 30.2 in March, the biggest increase since the fall of Baghdad in the spring of 2003.

PRINCESS - 2009 Summer and Fall - UP TO 2 FOR 1

Enjoy UP TO 2-for-1 SAVINGS on select Summer and Fall 2009 vacations to Alaska, Europe, Asia, South America and the South Pacific!


PLUS, you may qualify for FREE UPGRADES and unbelievably LOW FARES FROM ONLY $100 PER DAY on other Summer 2009 vacations.

PRINCESS: 2010 Summer Caribbean Program - BOOK BY DEC 31

Up to $200 per person group discount offers.

Emerald Princess® joins returning Caribbean Princess® for Summer 2010
Roundtrip sailings from Ft. Lauderdale and New York
• Emerald Princess features alternating 7-day Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale throughout the summer. Both itineraries visit Princess Cays®, our private island experience.
• Caribbean Princess returns with 9-day itineraries roundtrip from New York featuring visits to Bermuda and a special 7-day Eastern Caribbean sailing from San Juan to New York.

* Group lead-in fare is based on 7-day Emerald Princess 9/5/10 and 9/12/10 sailings and varies for other departure dates.

NCL's Alaska: From $99 for additional guests. Bring the kids, family & friends. BOOK BY MAY 18

Grab your friends and family. Your adventure is about to begin.

• Share your stateroom with family and friends —
additional guests sail from just $99 (same staterooms).

• Sail aboard the cruise line awarded 2009 Readers' Choice Award "Top Five Best Cruise Lines" by Southern Living magazine.

• See awesome glaciers, migrating whales, rainforests and abundant wildlife.

• Convenient departures from either Seattle or Vancouver.

CALL TODAY ! (434/800) 237 3832

AMA WATERWAYS WILL SAIL MEKONG

AMA Waterways will offer a Mekong River crise through Vietnam and Cambodia on the new 92 passenger La Marguerite. There are 5 departures beginning Sept 21 for 2009 and 7 departures in Janaury & February 2010.

CALL TODAY TO BOOK YOUR AMA WATERWAYS CRUISE ! (434/800) 237 3832