tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-84122607422621845322012-02-23T15:46:31.261-05:00Kelly's Family Travel TipsI’m Kelly Gunnels and I am a professional travel agent with the family owned travel agency Leisure Travel Enterprises, LLC home of My Cruise Outlet, Passport to Anywhere and MCO Interline . Everyone has questions when they travel, especially when traveling with kids, and groups. Let me help take the stress out of your next vacation with with my family travel tips and tricks for finding the best travel deals. Call me today at 877-543-0815.My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comBlogger148125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-55398144098507734102012-01-31T11:15:00.001-05:002012-01-31T11:15:01.419-05:00Leisure Travel Enterprises, LLC is an Authorized Disney Vacation PlannerImage via CrunchBaseLeisure Travel Enterprises, LLC has been designated by Disney Destinations as an "Authorized Disney Vacation Planner" based on strong support in selling Disney vacations.
Leisure Travel Enterprises has been in business for 5 years and is known for their commitment to family and group travel.
All of Leisure Travel Enterprises travel counselors have received extensive My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-46760318967140092462012-01-26T12:28:00.001-05:002012-01-26T12:28:00.149-05:00Are you wondering "Why should I use a travel professional?"In today's world of instant online access to unlimited information on so many travel options, you may be wondering why you spend the time talking to a travel professional like me when planning your next family vacation.
I believe I just answered the question.
Instant online information is great, I use it all the time however not all information is created equally or projected in a way that is My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-48023350413401055652012-01-19T13:36:00.000-05:002012-01-19T13:36:41.108-05:00Are Cruises really safe?Image via Wikipedia
In the wake of the Costa Concordia tragedy, many vacationers are asking if a cruise is really safe. The Costa Concordia incident is extraordinarily rare, especially since the cruise industry has been deemed the safest form of commercial transportation.
To place this tragedy into perspective, Cruise Market Watch points out over 19 million passengers have enjoyed safe cruise My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-76764867433538135502012-01-10T13:09:00.000-05:002012-01-10T13:09:36.090-05:00Aurora Borealis a.k.a. Northern LightsImage via WikipediaThe aurora borealis is a natural occurring phenomenon where light dances across the sky near the north pole. Otherwise known as the Northern Lights, the best time to see nature's show is between April and October. So the next logical question is "How do I get to the North Pole?".
You can actually see quite a show in Alaska, northern Canadian, Iceland, and many of the My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-37144799692150116662012-01-06T11:22:00.000-05:002012-01-06T11:22:30.676-05:0024 Hours of MagicIn celebration of LEAP DAY, for the first time ever, both Disney Magic Kingdom in Florida and Disneyland in California will be open for 24 hours beginning at 6 a.m. on February 29, 2012. Visitors can enjoy non-stop day and night magic on select attractions and entertainment.
Enjoy one more day and night of Disney Magic FREE when you buy a 3 night, 3 day non-discounted room and ticket package atMy Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-15091556622628663582011-12-19T11:51:00.000-05:002011-12-19T11:51:00.080-05:00What do you really need to pack for an All-Inclusive Vacation?It all depends where you are going. Your best source of information is your Travel Agent who has personally stayed at many of the resorts and knows activities, amenities and services. All inclusive resorts will include the basic toiletries such as soap, shampoo, lotion etc. If there is a special item you cannot live without, you should bring your own along with your toothbrush, makeup, curlingMy Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-37724170191350135222011-12-13T11:33:00.006-05:002011-12-13T11:33:00.843-05:00Luggage Question - Check or Ship??With the high costs many airlines are charging to check luggage is there really a benefit to shipping your luggage via a national shipper? In some cases yes. If you are packing for an extended period of time and know you will have to check several bags when you fly shipping your luggage might be more cost effective. But there are several other things to consider before shipping your luggage toMy Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-61365376118461738172011-12-06T14:44:00.000-05:002011-12-06T14:44:38.975-05:00What NOT to pack for your cruiseWhen packing for a cruise, most people feel like they should take everything but the kitchen sink, you know "just in case". Yes a flashlight and clock are really necessary as well as nail clippers, post-it paper and highlighters. However there are some things that are not allowed on a cruise ship and will be confiscated when found and in some cases not returned. Firearms, ammunition, realisticMy Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-44786713629750636722011-11-30T14:43:00.000-05:002011-11-30T14:43:06.889-05:00LEGOLAND® FLORIDA – JUST ADD WATER!Central Florida’s Newest Theme Park Announces Water Park Expansion
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (November, 28, 2011) – Just six weeks after its official grand opening,
LEGOLAND® Florida today released details of its first expansion – LEGOLAND Water Park.
Scheduled to open in time for summer 2012, the water park will feature a wave pool, Build-A-Raft lazy river, tube slides, body slides and an interactive My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-26529358646143000202011-11-16T16:46:00.001-05:002011-11-18T09:46:36.563-05:00Disney Hotel Rooms for Large FamiliesImage via Wikipedia
Value Resort Hotels up to 6 guestsLocated near Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the All Star Music Resort has family suites that sleep up to SIX guests. The suite includes a separate bedroom with pull-out sofas in the living room and a small kitchenette. Best of all there are TWO bathrooms!Opening in the summer of 2012, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort suites will sleep up to SIX My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-75458073174553224352011-11-09T16:02:00.000-05:002011-11-09T16:02:51.629-05:00More Family Friendly choices from Port CanaveralImage via Wikipedia
The Carnival Ecstasy has a new home port as of November 7. The Ecstasy has joined the Carnival Dream and Sensation to sail from Port Canaveral. She will be sailing four and five day itineraries to the Bahamas with ports including Nassau, Freeport and Half Moon Cay.
With the arrival of the Ecstasy, the $60.1 million state-of the-art Cruise Terminal 6 scheduled to open My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-77754502855238414692011-10-11T15:41:00.001-04:002011-10-12T09:43:09.664-04:00Crown & Anchor Friends and Family CruiseImage by Timothy Wildey via Flickr
FRIENDSHIP, NOW EVEN MORE REWARDING
It’s pretty special when you can share something you love with someone who’s never experienced it!
Exclusive to Crown & Anchor® Society members only, you can earn an onboard credit of $25* simply by bringing a friend or family member who is a first time Royal Caribbean® cruiser along with you on your next Royal Caribbean
My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-64374659544719447772011-10-07T13:00:00.002-04:002011-10-07T13:00:01.427-04:00Passports, are they necessary?Another popular question among new cruisers is "do I really need a passport?" My canned answer: "If you depart from a US port and return to the same US port via cruise ship, technically you do not need a passport. HOWEVER, if you are in another country and have an emergency and need to fly home, you will not be allowed to fly back to the US."
After Hurricane Irene caused so much trouble in My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-4041377149313689452011-10-05T16:18:00.000-04:002011-10-05T16:18:54.570-04:00Legoland Florida Opens October 15Florida's newest theme park is opening Oct. 15. Situated in little Winter Haven, 45 minutes from Disney and the other Orlando-area attractions, Legoland Florida is aimed at kids from two to 12. One of the most popular questions - "Is that real?" will be asked hundreds of times a day. Read more from Mitch Stacy in The Globe and Mail
My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-50273116751600893102011-10-04T12:57:00.000-04:002011-10-04T12:58:47.596-04:00Future Cruise InvestmentCruising is one of the most cost effective vacations for families with teenagers and children who love to eat. For one price, you get your room, room steward, shipboard activities, nightly entertainment, children's activities, and food 24-7 in most cases. Once you have cruised with children, you know you can never take them on vacation again for one price and keep them full and happy.
For My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-52669694416130145332011-08-25T15:17:00.000-04:002011-08-25T15:17:20.954-04:00Travel Insurance - is it important??In the wake of Hurricane Irene, a story from Cruise Critic, Lost in Irene's Wake, is a perfect example of why travelers should purchase Travel Insurance.
As a travel professional, sometimes it is hard to convince clients that travel insurance is necessary, especially for a Caribbean cruise. Most cruise contracts state in tiny print, the cruise line is not responsible for itinerary changes do My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-78199591457562368512011-08-09T13:24:00.000-04:002011-08-09T13:24:53.669-04:00How to find the right travel agentHow to find the right travel agentMy Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-64871657317286657902011-08-04T12:47:00.000-04:002011-08-04T12:47:10.964-04:00Free Dining at Walt Disney World ResortsFor a limited time book a 5 night stay at select Walt Disney Resorts in Florida and get the Disney Dining Plan FREE! Must purchase accommodations and tickets (Base Ticket or Hooper Ticket) to receive the Free Dining offer. Call Leisure Travel Enterprises at 877-843-0815My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-474930275721120802011-07-05T16:17:00.000-04:002011-07-05T16:17:38.749-04:00Dining Dress Codes on a Cruise ShipDining room dress codes have changed over the years, thankfully to a more casual style. One of the most asked questions is "What do I wear to dinner?"
The casual dining dress code: For men: sport slacks, khakis, jeans (no cut-offs), dress shorts (long), collared sport shirts. For women: Casual dresses, casual skirts or pants and blouses, summer dresses, Capri pants, dress shorts, jeans
Elegant My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-6001537479476510832011-06-15T16:42:00.000-04:002011-06-15T16:42:29.367-04:00Princess Cruises on Board Smoking UpdateImage via Wikipedia
Princess Cruises will be introducing more restrictive smoking policies, and will prohibit smoking in passenger staterooms and balconies for all voyages departing after January 15, 2012.
Countries around the world from North America to Europe are moving to more restrictive smoking policies and our latest consumer studies show that smokers are a small minority of our My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-54924261375986278882011-05-26T11:49:00.000-04:002011-05-26T11:49:31.495-04:00Lost your travel documents? How to avoid being grounded - USATODAY.comLost your travel documents? How to avoid being grounded - USATODAY.comMy Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-44935666816391403512011-04-30T13:06:00.000-04:002011-04-30T13:06:00.469-04:00Hidden Cost of Cruising # 99. Photos and Camera Equipment
What You'll Pay: Cruise travelers are often lured into dropping big bucks at the onboard photo gallery, where an 8x10 photo can easily cost $20 or more. Buying additional batteries, memory cards and other camera supplies will not only cost you more money than they do back home, but will eat up precious vacation time, as well.
Savings Tip: If you're worried aboutMy Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-800490406010661412011-04-29T15:28:00.000-04:002011-04-29T15:28:31.596-04:00My Cruise Outlet Royal Caribbean WOW SaleImage via Wikipedia
For two special days—May 3 and 4, 2011—take advantage of this My Cruise Outlet exclusive offer to get the most out of your Royal Caribbean International family cruise.
Book any sailing Royal Caribbean Cruise that departs after August 1, 2011 and pay only 50% of the deposit! That's right, a discounted cruise deposit. And receive up to $200 on board credit!
Now is the My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-50424571594824884972011-04-21T13:08:00.000-04:002011-04-21T13:08:00.428-04:00Hidden Cost of Cruising # 1010. Internet
What You'll Pay: Whether you bring your own laptop and take advantage of shipboard Wi-Fi or park yourself at the computer center onboard, you will pay extremely high rates for often slow Internet connections. Most lines charge about 75 cents a minute for pay-as-you-go plans and offer packages that reduce the cost to around 55 cents a minute for buying Internet time in bulk.
My Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8412260742262184532.post-3654986752982614032011-04-18T16:06:00.000-04:002011-04-18T16:06:35.429-04:00Visiting Disney WorldCompliments of TodayatWDW:
Did you know: All four theme parks have Tip Boards where you can check attraction wait times and show times#disneytipsMy Cruise Outlethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07730160731142760892noreply@blogger.com