The Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 will require all travelers including US Citizens to and from the United States and the Americas or Bermuda to present a valid passport in order to enter the United States by January 2008 as part of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative.
The program is being implemented in phases in order to allow travellers sufficient time to comply with the new requirements.
Beginning December 31,2006 all travelers arriving in the United States via air or sea from Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda will be required to posses a valid passport.
Beginning December 31, 2007 the requirement will extend also to all travelers entering the US via land crossings as well.
For more information about US passport requirements or to download the passport application forms visit the US State Department’s website at travel.state.gov
(0) Comments (Leave a Comment)Filed under: Travel Advisories Posted by Michael on 12/31/05
Celebrity Cruise Lines and Royal Caribbean International have introduced a new program that allows their passengers to check their luggage, and also to check in for their flight home, before they disembark from the ship! It’s expected that this new service will save passengers anywhere from 45 minutes to two hours of airport wait time.
Working with the US Customs and Border Patrol, Transportation Security Administration, seaport, airline, and airport security personel the lines are rolling out the new service at ports around the United States and even Canada.
(0) Comments (Leave a Comment)Filed under: Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean International Posted by Patricia on 12/31/05
It is hard to imagine 14 to 16 nights of dining at world class restaurants, a fabulous hotel stay with included room service, nightly entertainment for this low price. Add to it breaktaking scenery and travel to some of the most exotic ports in the world and you have the makings of a vacation of a lifetime. Add to this that Princess is offering up to 50% off their published rates for 3 sailings trans-Atlantic in late April and early May and you will be hard pressed to pass up one of these three sailings.
(0) Comments (Leave a Comment)Filed under: Princess Cruises Posted by Michael on 12/30/05
2006 World Cruise - Limited space still available
SAVE up to 55%* on our 2006 Discovery of the Hemispheres World Cruise. Explore 40 ports and enjoy 10 overnights. Immerse yourself in the cultures of the countries you visit with our exciting Crystal Adventures and Hotel Programs. Space is limited! Applicable voyages: January 18 - V6303 - Los Angeles to Lima - fares from $4,660* February 1 - V6304 - Lima to Papeete - fares from $4,660* February 15 – V6305 –Papeete to Melbourne – fares from $7,100 March 4 - V6306 - Melbourne to Capetown - fares from $7,950 March 23 - V6307 - Capetown to Dubai - fares from $8,315 April 24 – V6309 – Rome to London – fares from $5,150 *All 2006 voyages DO NOT include port, security and handling charges which vary by departure. *55% savings applies to voyages 6303 and 6304 only.
2006 Mexican Riviera
THREE DAYS LEFT! Book by December 31 and Save an Additional 10% in all categories on two of our 2006 Mexican Riviera sailings. Your clients will enjoy the sunny, colorful coast and experience the joyful music, delicious food and vibrant culture of Mexico. Applicable voyages: January 4 – V6301 – Round-trip Los Angeles – fares from $1,795 January 10 – V6302 – Round-trip Los Angeles – fares from $2,115 Promotional fares include additional 10% savings and apply to Category C on Crystal Serenity. Offer valid for NEW Bookings only made September 1 through December 31, 2005.
More deals after the jump
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Princess is offering free upgrades on sailings onboard the Crown Princess on select sailings, in addition there are discounted upgrades available on select Alaska Cruise Tours. Details after the jump.
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