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February 2008 Newsletter

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 Cruise Planners' Newsletter
Volume 1
February 2008
 
 
AHOY MATES!
 

We would like to devote this month's newsletter to a very special place - Hawaii

 

Home to one of the world's most active volcanoes and the world's tallest sea mountain. Birthplace of surfing and the hula. Former seat of a royal kingdom. Hawaii is one of the youngest geological formations in the world and the youngest state of the union. But perhaps Hawaii's most unique feature is its Aloha Spirit: the warmth of the people of Hawaii that wonderfully complements the Islands' perfect temperatures.

 

Would you like a "Stress Free" way to see Hawaii?  How about a cruise?  There are seven day round trip cruises from Honolulu or longer cruises that start or end in various cities such as San Diego, Los Angeles, Vancouver or Ensenada. Shore excursions that spotlight the best of the islands' unique history, culture and scenic attractions. The beauty of Hawaii can be seen not only in its lush landscapes and beaches, but also in the warmth of its inhabitants.

 

If you are a golfer, what better place to cruise and play some of the best courses in the world.  Want to set up a golf group? Mike at Cruise Planners is a Certified Golf Destination Specialist who will handle all of the arrangements.

 

So relax and enjoy this newsletter and the "ALOHA SPIRIT"

In This Issue
Aloha from Paradise!
Norwegian Cruise Line Golf Hawaii Program 2008
New Year - New Ships - New Sailings
Paper vs. Electronic Documents

Aloha from Paradise!

 

HawaiiIn Hawaii, nature tends to be a bit of a show-off. Explore the islands, Maui's waterfalls and winding back roads on a four-wheel adventure through Kauai. Discover lush rain forests and orchid-scented botanical gardens on Hawaii, and hike Oahu's Diamond Head and Koko Head volcanoes. Hawaii is a year-round cruiser's paradise, please join us for a quick island-hop! Read more...

NCL Golf Hawaii Program 2008

NCL 2008 Golf ProgramPlay like the pros at Poipu Bay Golf Course in Kauai, where Tiger Woods played in the PGA Grand Slam. Or hit the links at Wailea's Emerald course in Maui, rated by Golf Digest and Golf Magazine as one of the world's best courses. NCL America's Golf Hawaii Program has arranged for you to have access to some of the world's best courses on four different islands. How do you top that vacation?

New Year  -  New Ships  -  New Sailings

 
Celebrity Solstice
 
As the new year 2008 proceeds Cruise Lines do not rest to build and introduce new ships to the industry and its cruise vacation lovers. We would like to take the opportunity to keep you informed about what to look forward to in 2008.
Have a look yourself what the cruise lines have to offer! Read more...

Paper vs. Electronic Documents

E-Docs 
More and more cruise lines are going paperless. Like the airlines, cruise lines will be converting to electronic documents (e-docs) for all cruise bookings. This is the current situation in the cruise industry: Read more... 
 
Planning your next cruise with us...
Mike and Diana of Cruise Planners are experienced cruisers who have a passion for the industry. Many agencies promise discount cruise travel but few can match our expertise and concern for your cruise vacation. We take the time to get to know you in order to match you up with the cruise that best suits your needs. Contact us today to make your cruise travel dreams a reality! It's best to book early so if you're looking for great rates and the best cabin locations, please register on our website so we can send you all the information you need to join the fun, get secret sales, special promotional rates, new ship announcements and special ports of call information.
 

If that is not enough! After you return from your wonderful cruise vacation, you can tell us all about it on our exclusive

www.firstclasscruise.com "Web Log". So what are you waiting for? Subscribe to our website and become a member of a professional travel organization that treats you like family.
 
Sincerely,

Mike & Diana Bogart
Cruise Planners
 
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Published January 15, 2008
 
Cruise Planners, a Florida based network of more than 700 travel professionals, recently received the first-ever "Home-Based Partner of the Year" award from Royal Caribbean International. The honor was presented in December as part of Royal Caribbean's annual ONE Awards recognizing the cruise line's top travel industry partners. "It's like an extra added stamp of approval that helps to amplify our marketing, while also giving potential customers increased confidence to book with our agents", said Michelle Fee, CEO of Cruise Planners.

Ken Muskat, vice president of sales at Royal Caribbean, said: "Cruise Planners is extremely deserving of being the first to ever receive this recognition from our brand. They have a genuine interest in working together to expand the cruise category and fulfill the needs of their clients as true travel professionals."
 
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Cruise Nights 2008!
February 21st - See what is new with Celebrity Cruises (an introduction to their Europe program and the new Celebrity Solstice ship); be the first to hear news about Azamara Cruises
 
April 3rd - Norwegian Cruise Lines: an overview of their cruise products with special focus on Hawaii cruises; also spotlighting Hawaii as a golf destination; exclusive information about the Culinary Cruise out of Charleston in December 13, 2008
 
May 22nd - River Cruise Night: Amadeus Waterways is our guest to hold a presentation about river cruising in Europe.
Registration: at 6:30pm
Presentation: from 7pm to 9pm
Location: the Holiday Inn at 5264 International Blvd., North Charleston, SC 29418