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Greetings Cruise Fans, This newsletter arrives to you from the eye of Tropical Storm Earnesto who is currently teasing us here in South Florida. Rain. Wind. Nothing to get very excited about. I, on the other hand, am very excited! I have the day off-with pay. My employer, like most employers down here, just don' t want to take any chances with the well being of their people. I'm not complaining. I even brought work home. It's nice to work in your pjs for a change. Pat and I are going to be out of touch from Labor Day through Thursday, Sept. 7. We're sailing on Royal Caribbean's Majesty of the Seas. It's been years since we took a short Bahamas cruise, so this will give us the opportunity to check it out for all of you. Watch for a review as soon as we return. If you'd like to take advantage of one of these amazing bargains like we are, give Pat a call. He can steer you toward some extraordinary prices. You'll visit new ports- or go back to old favorites. You can wander down to Belize, be among the first to call at Turks and Caicos, or just stroll around Nassau or Key West, taking in the local color. Best of all, you' ll enjoy excellent cruise food, be cared for graciously, and enjoy a beautiful, ever-changing tropical view from your stateroom window. (Okay, it's even cheaper if you opt for an inside cabin, but for just a few dollars more you can see those palms swaying and look out onto that smooth blue sea.) If you'd like to know just how much you can save by sailing this fall, give Pat a call at 1- 866-424-1090 toll-free. Shop around at www. 7seascruises.com, but call Pat for your discounted price! And now, a bit of cruise news... Carnival Corporation has commented on the potential impact of Alaska's Ballot Initiative 2 which has been approved by the state's voters and is expected to be implemented in 2007. Although still subject to final certification by the state, the new taxes include a $50 per passenger head tax which will increase the government taxes and fees paid by passengers embarking on Alaskan cruises. At this time, the company cannot estimate the impact these additional passenger taxes may have on its Alaskan cruise business. In addition to the head tax, the initiative includes a gaming tax on any gambling conducted within state waters as well as a state corporate income tax for cruise lines operating ships in Alaska. Carnival estimates that the gaming and income taxes may reduce 2007 earnings per share by approximately $0.03. The initiative also calls for cruise lines to reveal profits on shore excursions and any advertising revenues earned from shoreside businesses. Carnival Corporation and related brands currently carry approximately 560,000 passengers annually in Alaska aboard 16 cruise ships - eight from Holland America Line, seven from Princess Cruises and one from Carnival Cruise Lines. "We are disappointed that the Ballot Initiative 2 has passed as we believe this will inhibit the future growth and expansion of Alaska's tourism business," said Micky Arison, Carnival Corporation chairman and CEO. "The estimates of the impact of these taxes are being made prior to our finalizing deployment, legal and other business decisions that will need to be considered as a result of this initiative," he added. Carnival Cruise Lines and Masterfoods USA, one of America's leading snack food manufacturers, have teamed up for a unique Halloween promotion where guests sailing aboard the "Fun Ships" can participate in costume contests, enjoy scary movies and "ghost stories" and, of course, go trick or treating for a seemingly endless array of Halloween goodies. The new "Frightfully Fun" promotion will be held on every "Fun Ship" cruise departing between October 9-31, 2006. Highlighting the festivities will be a costume contest and parade where "Fun Ship" guests can dress up in their favorite costume and compete for a variety of prizes, including "M&M'S" Character plush toys. Crew members throughout the fleet will be dressed in costume, as well, and guests can have their photo taken with their favorite "M&M'S" Character. Kids aged one to 14 will be invited go trick or treating through the ships' various public lounges and areas, stocking up on a variety of delicious Masterfoods USA Fun Size candies, including "M&M'S" Milk Chocolate, " M&M'S" Peanut, SNICKERS and SKITTLES. Good to know: As the 2006 Atlantic Hurricane Season stretches on into the peak months, expect more and more suppliers to offer hurricane cancellation policies. The latest additions to the ever-growing list of companies include Disney Destinations and the Walt Disney Travel Co. In the event a hurricane warning is issued by the National Hurricane Center for the Orlando area or for the guest's place of residence within seven days of the scheduled arrival date, the guest can reschedule or cancel the Disney vacation package without any fees. The policy also applies to most WDW Resort room-only reservations booked directly with Disney as well as reservations at Disney's Vero Beach Resort in Vero Beach, Fla., or Disney' s Hilton Head Resort in Hilton Head, S.C., if a hurricane warning is issued for those destinations. Guests who purchased packages that include products or services provided by airlines, hotels, car rental agencies or vacation insurance companies will continue to be responsible for any non-refundable payments plus cancellation and change fees assessed by the suppliers. "Fiesta Latina" and "Far From Over: the 80s" - two lavish revues featuring fast-paced musical numbers and elaborate costumes and sets - will be featured on Carnival Cruise Lines' "Fun Ship" Fascination following a scheduled dry dock in September. The new shows will be among the varied entertainment options available on the 2,052- passenger SuperLiner, which operates year-round three- and four-day cruises from Miami. Making its Carnival debut is "Fiesta Latina," which like the name implies, pays homage to the pulsating Latin and Caribbean rhythms of these two musical genres. The show takes viewers on a journey through various musical hotspots, opening with a visit to a sultry Havana nightclub with an elaborate number featuring varied versions of the mambo. Next, it's on to Jamaica where colorfully clad singers and dancers perform a host of Latin and reggae numbers. The last stop is Brazil featuring a dramatic backdrop resembling the Amazonian jungle, followed by a show-stopping finale. The second show, "Far From Over: the 80s" celebrates the era of "big hair," leg warmers and, of course, unforgettable music. Featuring a set of oversized icons of the decade, the show kicks off with a captivating laser display, and includes tributes to the music of the 80s. To accommodate the extensive technical capabilities of these two new shows, the Fascination's 1,300- seat Palace Lounge will be completely overhauled and feature a new revolving turntable, orchestra pit and a recessed speaker system enhancing the room's already impressive sound quality and overall visibility. New stage lighting and a computerized audio/ visual communications network will be added, as well. The 70,000-ton Fascination sails year-round from Miami on three- and four-day cruises. On this route, three-day cruises depart Fridays and overnight in Nassau while four-day voyages depart Mondays and stop at Key West and Cozumel. That's it from the eye of Earnesto-which is not as exciting as it sounds. Pat's waiting for your call and I better get going on some of my " homework." Take care. Be safe wherever you are. And until the next edition, smooth sailing! Teri |
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