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Silversea’s Suite Deals on 2010 Sailings

Kathleen — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 20:20:31 +0000

Over 50 Voyages at Very Best Fares:

Book by October 31st and receive $500.00 Shipboard Credit on Select Sailing!

Up to 60% Off

Plus Free Air

Plus Free Transfers

Plus Open Bars, Gratuities, Butler Service-All Included

Silversea All Inclusive Lifestyle

-Intimate, ultra luxury ships from 296 to 540 guests

-All suites with butler service-over 85% with private verandas

-Open bars throughout the ship

-Service ratio of nearly one to one

-In-suite bar and refrigerator stocked with your beverage preferences

-Open-seating restaurants with Relais & Chateaux menus

-A choice of specialty restaurants

-Transportation into town (most ports)

-Sophisticated entertainment and enrichment lectures

Call Landings Travel to book your next Silversea Voyage at 800 299-1123

Top Top 10 Reasons to Book A Regent Seven Seas Cruise with Landings Travel

Kathleen — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 18:20:21 +0000

1. 2 for 1 Fares PLUS additional bonus savings of up to $3,000.00 per person on selected sailings.

2. Free Air from 22 U.S. gateway cities on ALL voyages. Free Business Class Air on European voyages for guests in Penthouse Suites and higher.

3. Free Unlimited Shore Excursions on ALL voyages.

4. A true, All-Inclusive luxury product, FREE beverages including fine wines, beer and premium spirits. All open-seating dining, at NO ADDITIONAL charge. All staff gratuities.

5. Butler service EXPANDED to include Penthouse Suites and higher on all ships.

6.NEWLY REFURBISHED fleet featuring the most talked about restaurant at sea, the iconic steakhouse Prime 7, at NO ADDITIONAL charge.

7. ALL suites, minimum size 301 sq. ft. ALL with WALK-IN closets. Plus, the highest percentage of balconies of ANY cruise line-97%. Voted best bathrooms in the cruise industry.

8. World-renowned Canyon Ranch SpaClub with specially-designed menu selections available in Compass Rose, 24 hour Room Service and the al fresco Pool Grill.

9. Landings Travel offers added amenities on almost all Regent Seven Seas departures.

10. Landings Travel is an award winning full service agency offering exceptional customer service to all our discerning clientele.

Call us to book your next Regent Seven Seas voyage at 800-299-1123 or stop in our office located at:

4986 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, Florida

A Satisfied Crystal Alliance Call

Kathleen — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 13:50:10 +0000

From: dale

Date: Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:10:11 -0700 (PDT)

To: Karen Cowden

Subject: Dale & Maureen’s Cruise

Karen,

We are home and now caught up on sleep.

We both want to thank You for your assistance in making this a trip of a lifetime. We missed out on all the opportunities to stress thanks to your organizing for us. It was perfect in every way including the air travel.

Virtuoso did their part perfectly and the upgrade at the Europa Westin was a front and center suite right on the Grand Canal. We should have stayed longer!

You can count on us calling you when we are ready for another BIG adventure. We are thinking a European river cruise in the latter part of next year.

Warm Regards,

Dale & Maureen

Crystal Cruises Decks The Halls

Kathleen — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:17:42 +0000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CRYSTAL CRUISES DECKS THE HALLS – AND EVERYTHING ELSE – FOR HOLIDAY VOYAGES

Elaborate New Décor Creates Festive Celebrations for Christmas & New Year at Sea

LOS ANGELES, August 30, 2010 – In its traditional six-star style, Crystal Cruises is introducing extravagantly redesigned décor aboard its two award-winning ships this holiday season. With each ship boasting distinctly different themes, thousands of glittering lights, ribbon-wrapped wreaths, reindeer in faux mink swags, candy canes, crystal ornaments – even feathers – will adorn Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity for the 2010 Christmas/New Year cruises. Respectively, the vessels sail round-trip from Los Angeles on a December 22 voyage to the Hawaiian Islands and round-trip from Miami on a December 21 Caribbean itinerary.

“Holidays aboard Crystal ships are always lavish affairs, with unforgettable banquets and parties and decorations planned for families and friends traveling and celebrating together,” says Bret Bullock, vice president, entertainment.

Crystal Symphony will sport a sophisticated palette, beginning with three heralding angels, complete with lushly feathered wings and golden trumpets, overlooking the Crystal Plaza. In the Bistro, an Eiffel Tower Christmas tree with apropos coffee-themed ornaments will be lit from within, while golden- and white-feathered trees are set throughout the Avenue of the Stars and Crystal Cove.

Suiting Crystal Serenity’s Caribbean destinations, tropically dressed penguins and polar bears will serve as Santa’s helpers in the Palm Court lobby, with snowflakes and lighted icicles at virtually every turn. The Stardust lounge will become Santa’s workshop, and a chic, cocktail-themed tree will hang upside-down in Pulse nightclub, while Silk Road and The Sushi Bar display chopstick-laden trees.

Christmas brings traditional feasts, eggnog and holiday shows, while a black-tie New Year’s Eve party rings in the New Year. Clergy will be on board for religious services.

Both 14-day sailings include $500 per person ‘All Inclusive – As You Wish’ shipboard credits.

With promotional Two-for-One fares, Crystal Serenity’s Caribbean cruise starts at $7,995 per person, double occupancy. Guests booking by September 30 save $1,000 per person savings on verandah and penthouse accommodations, and kids age 17 and under sail free in a third berth with two full-fare adults.

Crystal Symphony’s Hawaiian voyage starts at $6,395 per person, double occupancy.

Crystal’s ultra-luxury ships are the highest rated ships in the world. For more information and Crystal reservations, contact Jon or Kathleen Sutter at 800 299-1123.

CRYSTAL- NEW SEASON. NEW SPECIAL SAVINGS

Kathleen — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:35:57 +0000

NEW Special Penthouse and Verandah Savings – Book by December 31st, 2010 to receive up to $1,500.00 additional savings on these sailings (combinable with other promotions)

Click here to view details. (PDF)

In addition, you also enjoy:

2 for 1 Fares

Up to $2,000 per couple in “All-Inclusive. As You Wish.” spending credits

FREE Air – free Economy Class air on all sailings and Business Class air for categories PH-CP on 2011 Europe voyages

Applicable sailings:

South America on Crystal Symphony

January 5th, 2011 Aztec & Inca Treasures-Voyage 1201 – 15 days – Los Angeles to Valparaiso

February 7th, 2011 Tango in the Tropics- Voyage 1203 – 16 days – Buenos Aires to Miami

Panama Canal on Crystal Symphony

March 17th, 2011 Tale of Two Seas – Voyage 1206 – 14 days – Miami to Los Angeles

Panama Canal on Crystal Serenity

January 4th, 2011 Panama Canal Passage – Voyage 1301 – 13 days – Miami to Los Angeles

Northern Europe on Crystal Serenity

May 22, 2011 Baltic Explorer – Voyage 1309- 11 days – Hamburg to Stockholm

June 13th, 2011 North Cape Panorama – Voyage 1311 – Copenhagen to Stockholm

Mediterranean on Crystal Serenity

August 26th, 2011 Capitals of Art & Architecture – Voyage 1317 – 12 days – Barcelona to Venice

October 13th, 2011 Gaudi & the Gods – Voyage 1321 – 11 days – Barcelona to Athens

November 5th, 2011 Aegean Dreams – Voyage 1323 – 11 days – Istanbul to Venice

November 16th, 2011 Italian Splendor – Voyage 1324 – 11 days- Venice to Barcelona

Don’t miss these exceptional values on Crystal Cruises’ 2011 voyages. For complete details call Landings Travel at 800-299-1123.

Click here to view details. (PDF)

valid on new bookings as of August 16th, 2010

Crystal Symphony Copenhagen to Stockholm

Kathleen — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:04:37 +0000

Hi Kathleen,

We are back from our wonderful cruise and I want to thank you for all your help! Thank you also for the lovely bottle of champagne! We shared it with our four dinner mates who coincidentally were from Hinsdale, Illinois where we used to live – small world. We had such a great time and were really impressed with Crystal. Susie McKittrick

Going Green in Malta on Crystal Cruises

Kathleen — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 18:05:45 +0000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

GOING GREEN IN MALTA WITH NEW CRYSTAL ADVENTURE

LOS ANGELES, August 16, 2010

“This excursion affords guests the opportunity to contribute to the local needs in Valetta, and also gain a better understanding of the environmental efforts of the destination,” says John Stoll, vice president, land and port operations. “Like so many Crystal Adventures, this experience offers a new point of view for guests who want to explore destinations from a deeper, more informed perspective.”

The nearly eight-hour excursion begins with a visit to Ta’ Qali National Park, where guests will plant trees and learn about the park’s conservation efforts. Following a guided tour and lunch at eco-conscious Ta’ Zeppi Organic Farm, guests will visit a local orphan refuge, where they will donate time and food for the young residents.

The Valetta excursion highlights Crystal’s efforts to bring global awareness to its six-star vacation experiences, and is a prelude to its global ‘You Care, We Care’ program debuting in 2011.

Promotional Two-for-One cruise fares begin at $5,940 and $5,080, respectively, per person, double occupancy. Both sailings include complimentary air transportation from more than 20 North American gateways

For more information and Crystal reservations, contact Landings Travel at 800-299-1123

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This fall, Crystal Cruises’ guests have the opportunity to give back and see Valetta, Malta from a different point of view on award-winning Crystal Serenity voyages this fall. A brand new Crystal Adventure invites travelers to “Go Green” in Malta, by planting trees in the island’s only national park, donating food at a local charity and learning eco-conscious planting and harvesting practices at a local organic farm. The optional Crystal Adventure is available on Crystal Serenity’s 12-day, October 19 Mediterranean/Holy Land voyage from Athens to Rome, and the 11-day, October 31 Mediterranean/Spain voyage from Rome to Barcelona, and is $95 per person. – Business Class Air for Penthouse guests – and $1,000 per person ‘All Inclusive – As You Wish’ shipboard spending credits. For bookings made by August 31, 2010, Penthouse guests on both sailings save an additional $2,000 per person, and deluxe stateroom guests can upgrade to Business Class Air for as low as $899 per person, one way (October 31 sailing only).

Virtuoso Travelmart 2010 – The Power of One to One

Kathleen — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 15:30:04 +0000

We are headed for Las Vegas where each year we meet with our travel suppliers one to one for four straight days. It is called Travelmart. I call it speed dating! We meet with hotel general managers and owners , concierge’s and cruise line presidents.

Many of you think since we are headed for Las Vegas it is a big party, but far from it. From Monday to Thursday we begin at 8:00 a.m. and have a supplier appointment every four minutes. We end at 4:45 p.m. so if you do the math that is 106 appointments per day. These meetings -Grueling ? Yes! Invaluable to our clients? Yes!

Oh I won’t lie. we do find the time to have some fun too!

Check back the end of August and I will tell you all about it!

Kathleen

We’re Back!!!!!!!!! Bellagio Room #12098! August 12th- 20th, 2010

This year’s theme, “Defining Moments” refers to the power that travel has to transcend a mere transaction to something much more meaningful and lasting. That may be working together to create unforgettable experiences for our clients or special turning points in our career brought about by our network reationships.

Well we survived. This year there were 3,300 attendees representing 85 countries. We were welcomed back by the Bellagio Hotel. This was the 10th year Bellagio has hosted Travelmart and they were committed to creating special experiences for us and they strive to provide defining moments for our clients each and every day. Bellagio hosted an opening cocktail reception for us. We were greeted at the entrance by hundreds of employees applauding us as we entered, many of whom were not even on the clock. As a matter of fact, no employees are allowed vacation time the week of our Travelmart every year.

Our Opening Session guest speaker was Simon Sinek. He is the author of Start With Why-How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone To Take Action. He was fabulous and I can’t wait to start reading the copy of his book I received and he personally autographed with “Choose to Inspire”.

One thrill of attending every year is a breakfast held by Micato Safaris. Although it starts very early you never want to miss it. In years past they have brought Jack Hanna and his animals. This year we were treated to an emotional story presented by a child that is sponsored by AmericaShare. Micato supports over one thousand children in schools and orphanages around Nairobi. Actually for every Micato safari you take, you personally sponsor a child. The breakfast ended with 23 members ( ages 8 to 11) of the African Children’s Choir performing. The African Children’s Choir helps Africa’s most vulnerable children today, so they can help Africa tomorrow. Dr. Robert Kalyesubula, a former member of the choir said ” I can proudly say that I am who I am today because someone was willing to leave their comfort zone and help a young boy.”

The final evening was the awards gala. The theme “Travel Unites- an evening of cultural celebration’s”. It was held at the new Aria Hotel. We were all encouraged to wear a costume reflecting a country we are from or inspire to visit.

“No matter how many places we’ve seen or how many destinations we’ve experienced there’s still more of the world to discover. And just as our time at Travel Mart connected us, travel unites-bridging the gap between generations …drawing us closer…transforming us. Travel ties us to the heritage, traditional, history, nature, art, and people we’ll never forget. Thank you for a night of unforgettable cultural celebration.

We returned a little weary but refreshed with the prefessional travel knowledge to assist us in exceeding our clients expectations!

Crystal Cruises Announces New Taj Mahal Package

Kathleen — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 17:11:53 +0000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

NEW INCLUSIVE TAJ MAHAL PACKAGE

ADDED TO CRYSTAL’S MARCH CRUISE FROM MUMBAI TO CAPE TOWN

LOS ANGELES, August 9, 2010

“This package offers extraordinary value to a fascinating voyage filled with exotic experiences and fulfilling opportunities ashore and on board,” says Bill Smith, senior vice president, sales & marketing. “While the combination of destinations is vibrant, Crystal’s Six-Star onboard experience is as stimulating or relaxing as one chooses.”

More than a dozen safari options are available in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Botswana. In keeping with the grandness of the World Cruise, on this 19-day segment dozens of special interest guest lecturers will add insights on India and Africa, including Ambassador Tony Leon, who was a member of Parliament in South Africa recognized by President Nelson Mandela for his dynamism and political analysis. Optional extended land programs in South Africa are also available.

Promotional Two-for-One segment fares start at $13,045, per person, double occupancy, including complimentary air transportation from many North American gateways and up to $1,000 per person ‘All Inclusive

Along with Crystal’s tremendous value are new innovative programs for 2011, such as Perfect Choice Dining with Open Dining by Reservation, beginning with January 2011 cruises. The new option allows guests to dine when and where they choose, in addition to the line’s classic main and late seating options.

For more information contact Kathleen or Jon at Landings Travel 800 299-1123

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From the Desk Of: William L. Smith – Crystal Cruises

Kathleen — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 17:32:57 +0000

William L. Smith

Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing

June 30th, 2010

Dear Kathleen & Jon,

On behalf of everyone at Crystal Cruises, I extend our heartfelt appreciation to you for taking the time to join us for our 2010 Sales Achievement Gala. It is an exceptional honor to do business with you, and a great privilege to celebrate your accomplishments during our 20th anniversary year.

The conversations shared and the ideas exchanged during our time together on board Crystal Symphony proves again that your standing as one of Crystal’s top producing partners is based on talent, vision, and passion for world travel. Our relationship with you is built on trust and integrity, and you have our unwavering commitment to tackle the future with innovative programs that will continue to help you sell the World’s Best. Rest assured, we will always strive to deliver an exceptional product that exceeds the expectations of your valued clients- just as we have done for the last 20 years.

Thank you again for joining us. I look forward to building upon the solid foundations we have created together over the years.

Ward regards,

Bill Smith

Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing