http://www.firstclasscruise.com/http://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/dot-has-fined-us-airwayshttp://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/dot-has-fined-us-airwaysThe U.S. Department of Transportation has fined US Airways $40,000 for violating rules that require airline price advertisements to disclose the full price consumers must pay for air transportation. “When consumers shop for air travel, they have a right to know how much they will have to pay,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood. “We will continue to ensure that airlines comply with o...Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:52:34 -0500http://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/cruise-planners-donates-18-000-to-fisher-house-foundationhttp://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/cruise-planners-donates-18-000-to-fisher-house-foundationMIAMI, FL – February 24, 2010 –Cruise Planners/American Express, the nation’s largest home-based travel agent franchise network in the cruise industry, donated $18,000 to the Fisher House Foundation as part of its CP Cares initiative. The funds were collected at the company’s annual convention late last year through Cruise Planners t-shirt sales and a silent auction. “Cruise Planners has shown ...Thu, 25 Feb 2010 08:57:52 -0500http://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/facebook-cruise-planner-pagehttp://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/facebook-cruise-planner-pageI don't know what get's into people where they feel entitled to something that is not theirs.  A friend sent his last few dollars to help a friend.  I am so angry that people take advantage of other people.  Not sure if my FB Cruise Planner site will continue or not.  I am very nervous about it happening again.  In the meantime, I hope to keep by blogging going. Next blogging I will get back to...Thu, 04 Feb 2010 16:24:16 -0500http://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/cruise-planners-home-based-travel-partner-with-rcclhttp://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/cruise-planners-home-based-travel-partner-with-rcclWe are fortunate to have a good working relationship with Royal Caribbean.  Our company being recognized as Home-Based Partner of the Year for 2009 for the third year in a row.This relationship can only benefit our clients with special deals and special treatment.  If there are problems Royal Caribbean listens..“Over the years we and Royal Caribbean International have developed a strong and pro...Tue, 02 Feb 2010 09:08:26 -0500http://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/mickey-and-minnie-to-get-new-ship-cousinshttp://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/mickey-and-minnie-to-get-new-ship-cousinsWhile the Disney Cruise Line ships are not known as Mickey and Minnie, we think maybe they should.  But in any case the ships will be joined in 2011 and 2012 by two cousins. The first steel was cut this week on the two yet-to-be named DCL ships during a ceremony at the Meyer Werft yards in Germany.  The first piece of steel cut was part of the Art Deco-inspired scrollwork that will grace the bo...Sat, 30 Jan 2010 10:09:32 -0500http://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/carnival-destiny-going-in-drydockhttp://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/carnival-destiny-going-in-drydockCarnival Destiny will undergo a seven-day dry dock next month to resolve a propulsion problem. The issue is only affecting the vessel’s sailing speed and all other systems are operating normally. The dry dock will take place Feb. 13-20.Carnival is cancelling two cruises that were scheduled to take place during the dry dock period – the five-day departure of Feb. 13 and the four-day departure of...Sat, 30 Jan 2010 09:43:02 -0500http://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/pack-and-go-promotionshttp://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/pack-and-go-promotionsShipPortDurSail DateItineraryInteriorOcean ViewBalconyCarnival DestinyMIA42/04/10Key West & Cozumel$179N/AN/ACarnival ImaginationMIA42/01/10Key West & Cozumel$179$219N/ACarnival InspirationTPA42/04/10Western Caribbean$199$229N/ACarnival InspirationTPA42/18/10Western Caribbean$229$259N/ACarnival TriumphMSY42/25/10Western Caribbean$219$309$389Carnival TriumphMSY52/20/10Western Caribbean$299$359$4...Tue, 05 Jan 2010 09:32:04 -0500http://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/luxury-travel-is-it-for-youhttp://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/luxury-travel-is-it-for-youWhat is luxury travel ?  Today, it refers to things that are so distinguished by their inherent value and quality that they are considered worth every dime. They stand out. Their quality is so great and they command a premium price. Luxury consumers want these products and services, but only after they understand what is the level of quality and value.Who are luxury customers today? Today’s lux...Tue, 05 Jan 2010 09:23:37 -0500http://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/2010-is-herehttp://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/2010-is-hereWhat to expect for 2010.  We have learned a lot during 2009.  Some good and some not so good.  Prices have never been lower.  There is a good chance they will start climbing back up in 2010. January has been typically known as "Wave Month".  People book most of their travel for 2010 in January.  You can take advantage of the lower pricing, but booking early. Cruise Planners will watch cruise fa...Mon, 04 Jan 2010 11:52:05 -0500http://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/voyages-for-veteranshttp://www.firstclasscruise.com/blogPosts/view/voyages-for-veteransThere are also designated sailings offered by Royal Caribbean if booked they will donate $50 to Fisher House.  Call us for more details on select sailings! Veteran’s Day Special, November 9-15, 2009Book any of the designated Royal Caribbean “Voyages for Veterans” sailings during November 9-15, 2009 and your clients will receive a Cruise Planners logo items such as:¬  Tote Bag¬  2 Passport Cases...Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:31:17 -0500