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Can you sense it?
The morning breeze is crisp and full of the unique aroma of autumn. Mother Nature has painted the trees in brilliant shades of garnet and gold. October has come. It's one of my favorite months.
Now is the time to book your fall and winter travel plans. We still have a selection of packages and deals - from seasonal festivals, European Christmas Markets to outdoor adventures. Act now to secure the best offers!
October is also National Plan a Cruise Month! Many cruise lines will showcase their products with special offers like onboard credit, savings off the current cruise fare, complimentary cabin upgrades, reduced deposits, two-for-one cruise fares, free pre/post-cruise hotel nights, and spa credits. October is the perfect time to plan your next vacation at sea.
Best Regards,
Phil Swartz
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WHERE OUR CLIENTS HAVE BEEN
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Steve and Marcia Fregger
Celebrate Marcia's Birthday
For years my wife Marcia had asked me to take her on a cruise, but I declined due to my motion sickness problem. I finally agreed to go as a gift to her for a very special birthday.
Thank goodness Princess Cruises had the perfect trip for us - a 2-week land and sea vacation to Alaska. The sights were fabulous (moose, whales, eagles, seals, snow capped mountains, glaciers); the food was delicious (salmon, crabs, haddock, endless buffets); and the side excursions arranged by Brad Baldwin were outstanding.
But most important of all, the easy cruising on the Inside Passage caused me NO motion sickness!! Thank you Holiday Cruises and Tours for a great vacation, and a special thank you to Brad for going above and beyond in arranging all the details, including our limo pick-up, our stateroom upgrade, his surprise of a great bottle of wine for Marcia's birthday dinner, and the chocolate covered strawberries he had sent to our stateroom.
Happy Birthday Marcia
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Seattle & Inside Passage
with Glacier Bay Cruise
Our first two nights were at the wonderful Downtown Sheraton. From the location of our hotel, we were able to walk everywhere including Pikes Market and all the great museums. Also, the hotel was only three blocks from the monorail, which takes you to the Space Needle.
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Brothers on the Rhine
by Phil Swartz
Owner of Holiday Cruises & Tours
Can you imagine four adult brothers traveling together, without wives, through Europe? That can only spell trouble! In this case it was me and my three brothers, Dave, Dan and Steve. The four of us are only six years apart in age (can you picture my poor mother handling four rowdy boys under six years old?). At any rate, we are now a "little" older but still somehow manage to cause a little trouble in spite of our age. Like on this trip when we are running at the last minute to catch our riverboat as it's pulling away, jump from the dock to the moving boat, and all while listening to the crew yelling, "No, No... No".
But, I've gotten ahead of my story-
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Revisiting History -
Return travel to BERLIN
My 1st visit was just 2-weeks after the 'Fall of the Wall' in November of 1989 - a short Day Trip taken with fellow staff members, while visiting Bavaria that year.
BERLIN'S location on the German Map, affords many
opportunities to visit nearby cities of interest. After spending four days 'taking in
' all that Berlin had to offer from what is left of the WALL, to Brandenb
urg Gate, the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church and Museum Island, I took a Bike trip to POTSDAM, a pleasan
t retreat just outside BERLIN....
Affording an opportunity, I visited the glorious palace of Prussian Emperors. The beautiful garden and lakeside VILLAS makes it hard to believe this area served as a prisoner exchange point during the Cold War...
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2016 EXCLUSIVE CRUISES & TOURS
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12-Night Mediterranean
Romance Cruise
The ms Eurodam is Holland America Line's new sophisticated mid-
sized Signature-class ship.
Following in the Holland America Line tradition, the Eurodam features an exquisite art collection based on the theme, "The Dutch Golden Age - An Inexhaustible Tradition". Highlighting works by Dutch masters and contemporary artists. Breath taking experiences await you.
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Motorcoach Trip to Branson
See Seven Shows
Hosted by Chynell Jefferson
Take our motorcoach tour to Branson, the "Live Music Show Capital
of the World!" and enjoy a rich array of music and comedy. The "Dublin's Irish Tenors" will dazzle you with talent you wouldn't think possible. The "70's Musical Celebration" features hit songs by famous artists and the "Million Dollar Quartet" relives an unforgettable night when four rock and roll legends made an impromptu recording.
A musical dinner cruise aboard the Showboat Branson Belle is a highlight of this Branson tour.
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Western Caribbean
Departs November 18, 2016
This Thanksgiving, forget the cooking and cleaning. Instead focus on spending quality time with your loved ones onboard Holland America's Oosterdam.
Keep all the traditions intact, while adding fun ways to celebrate the holiday in the comforts of home have never been more carefree.
As for the big Thanksgiving meal, the main dining room, where carved turkey, mashed potatoes, and plenty of cranberry sauce is the featured entrée of the evening, finished off with Norwegian's signature Pumpkin Pie Martini. From pumpkin-pie cocktails to post-dinner NFL games
From pumpkin-pie cocktails to post-dinner NFL game
This holiday cruise package includes free motorcoach transportation to the dock in Tampa and back plus $50 shipboard credit per cabin.
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Chilean Fjords & Antarctica
Departing: November 23, 2016
Join Phil and Carol Swartz on the MS Midnatsol for a great adventure to the Chile
an Fjords and Antarctica. This cruise offers an opportunity for travelers who not only prefer comfort and safety but also possess a true spirit of
exploration.
You will "thrill" your authentic senses by connecting with extraordinary natural surroundings such as Antarctica's gigantic ice, penguins, leopard seals, whales and albatross. Onboard, scientists will help deepen your understanding of Antarctica's wildlife and environment, and expand your awareness of the fascinating world around you.
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2017 EXCLUSIVE CRUISES & TOURS
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Cruise
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February 5, 2017
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Includes free motorcoach transportation
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March 19 2017
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May 6, 2017
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June 8, 2017
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July 4, 2017
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July 27, 2017
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Hosted by Paulette McLin
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Click on the title above for more information.
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Andalusia
Andalusia is a large autonomous region of hills, rivers and farmland bordering Spain's southern coast. It was under Moorish rule from the 8th-15th centuries, a legacy that shows in its architecture, including such landmarks as the Alcázar castle in Seville, the capital city, as well as Cordoba's Mezquita Mosque-Cathedral and Granada's Alhambra palace.
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EXPLORING THE WORLD
IN COMFORT®
Whether on river or ocean cruises, Viking Cruises offers itineraries that are destination focused and carefully crafted with a mix of cosmopolitan and smaller ports of interest. Viking Ocean Cruises itineraries are specifically designed to offer more time in port than competitors, including late evening stays and overnights to take advantage of night life in select ports. River cruise itineraries are similarly planned.
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The Resort at Pelican Hill
Newport Beach, California
Pelican Hill makes an exceptional retreat year round. Inspired by an Italian seaside village, guests can enjoy majestic ocean vistas from nearly every vantage point, relax at the incomparable Coliseum Pool with over a million hand-laid Italian tiles, or take a short stroll to the world-class beaches just outside your door. Coastal splendor as far as the eye
can see.
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Comments
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Brad Baldwin
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"We had a blast!
I don't know what services you provided were the best...
Let's see......
Room selection
Tundra Tour
Expedited check in at airport (that was fantastic) chocolate covered strawberries Champagne. And finally, the limo pick up and delivery!!! What a gift! Thank you so much.
The only criticism that James had was no ESPN on ship or at Denali. Finally had it at McKinley Lodge...he was settled in for some football and the lodge lost power for over 5 hours. It was a hoot!" Joy
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Chynell Jefferson
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"Had a great time and really enjoyed the perks of the upgrade to a Neptune suite. Chynell is the best!!!" Suzanne
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Lenny Kopple
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"You hit it out of the park again! I think we have best located rooms on the boat. Wonderful trip so far. Thank goodness we left a day early. Don't think we would have gotten out on Friday with the hurricane. Hope you fared well with the storm." Marjorie
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Ruth Rennick
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"This was an amazing cruise. Everything was first class and we couldn't have done it without Ruth. She was so easy to work with. We had 15 people in our group and I am sure they would all say the same thing." Kay
"Ruth is wonderful. She answered my numerous questions with knowledge and patience. She was extremely helpful and readily available. We could not ask for a better experience and will continue to use her services." Shelley
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Shelley Atkinson
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"We were extremely happy and have already sung your praise to others.
Thank you," Michael
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