News from the Office...
We are very excited to announce the latest development here at the Agency. We have officially reached Commodore Agency level with  Cunard Cruise Lines! This is the highest level an agency can achieve with Cunard and we are the only Commodore Level agency in the greater Holland, MI area. This has been achieved through more than 25 hours of course work which included learning about Cunard's famous history, her past and present ocean liners and what made them special as well as all of the destinations serviced by their 3 current ships, the world famous Queen Elizabeth 2© "QE2", Queen Mary 2© "QM2" and their newest ship due out this December Queen Victoria© "QV". After all of this research and learning I can proudly say I know what makes each ship unique.
How does this benefit our wonderful clients you might ask? This benefits you in several ways, you can feel confident when booking your next Cunard cruise (or your first!) that we can answer all of your questions, know the best cabins to offer you and make sure you are getting the very best value. Another reason this benefits our clients is that as a Commodore agency we can offer you more specials and perks on a regular basis. (Read about our featured special to find out just how wonderful!) We are very excited about this new achievement and will be dedicating this issue of our newsletter to all things Cunard. Whether you have sailed with Cunard before or are hearing about them for the first time, we hope you enjoy! - Nina Van Harn Ambiance Travel Ship's Registries: British © Cunard 2007
Featured Special: Commodore Celebration Sale!  In celebration of our new agency status, Cunard has partnered with us to offer amazing pricing and amenities on select sailings. Enjoy $200.00 extra onboard credit per stateroom and your first deposit reduced by 50% on these sailings* in addition to the amenities below when booked the week of September 1st, 2007 (*6 night Transatlantic $100 OBC) Click on the itinerary name for more itinerary details. January 3rd, 2008 - 10nights Connoisseurs Caribbean on QM2 Special Amenities: $50.00 OBC pp & Canapes delivered to stateroom one evening. B3 Balconies: $1975.12pp inclusive Feb. 2, 2008 - 13 nights Panama & the Caribbean on QM2 *Special Amenities: Complimentary gratuities (a $286.00 value) & 2 bottles of wine. B3 Balconies: $3011.17 pp inclusive Note: Cabins allotted to us for these sailings are limited. To "pre-book" call us any time before September 1st and we will hold a cabin for you to be booked during the sale period. Lower categories are available but amenities offered will differ. | Packing Tips: Cunard is known for their formal nights and grand balls. Packing for these can seem rather over whelming but it need not be! 1 dark suite or tux for the gentlemen can be  changed simply by alternating the color of the shirt or tie. Ladies, a elegantly long, strapless, black dress can easily go from night to night by adding different jeweled jackets, colorful shawls and wraps and different colored/jeweled shoes. A travel size steamer insures everything is picture ready. Travel Ideas: One of the best gifts we can give to the next generation is the gift of exploration and broadened horizons through travel. Consider taking a grandchild, niece or nephew with you the next time you cruise with Cunard. Experiences are priceless. Did you know? Cunard has a full program for children and teens aged 1-17. Expert care and fun activities are organized by highly trained British Nannies and Counselors.
Special Sailings Cont... April 16th, 2008 - 6 nights Eastbound Transatlantic Sailing on QM2 Special Amenities: $150.00 OnBoard Credit (OBC)pp & Canapes delivered to Stateroom one evening. B3 Balconies: $1204.92 pp inclusive May 5th, 2008 - 16 nights Mediterranean Adventure on Queen Elizabeth 2 Take a farewell voyage on the infamous "QE2" before she leave service in Nov. 2008 Special Amenities: Complimentary gratuities (a $352.00 value) $25.00 OBC pp & canapes one evening. C3 $4561.00 pp inclusive July 6th, 2008 - 12 nights Voyage of the Vikings on QV Special Amenities: Complimentary Gratuities & 2 bottles of wine. A4 Balconies: $3990.00 pp inclusive October 12th, 2008 - 12nights Classical Mediterranean on QV Special Amenities: $150.00 OBC pp & 2 bottles of French Champange delivered to stateroom. A4 Balconies: $3493.00 pp inclusive November 5th, 2008 - 12 nights Ancient Wonders of the Mediterranean onboard QV Special!! This spectacular itinerary is sure to WOW you both with ports visited and price! Special Amenities: Complimentary gratuities (a $263.00 value), $50 OBC pp & canapes delivered to stateroom one evening. A4 Balconies: $3212.83pp inclusive ~Out of all of the fabulous itineraries, I have chosen this one for myself and plan on being aboard with my whole family. I am really looking forward to watching from my balcony as we pull into Naples, Italy, Alexandria, Egypt and Athen's to name a few of the ports we will be visiting. Just think of what we will have to talk about at the Christmas parties next year! "When I was touring Cairo I...." - See you onboard! - Nina :) **Prices are per person based on double occupancy, cruise only, inclusive of all taxes and cruise fees. Airfare, transfers, agency booking fees, personal onboard expenses and gratuities are not included unless otherwise noted. For complete rules refer to www.cunard.com or contact us. | Experience Highlight... Transatlantic Crossing on Cunard Once thought of as the only "civilized" way to cross the pond, Cunard's regularly scheduled transatlantic crossings have been a tradition for 167 years. During the "Golden Age" of travel in the 1950's & 60's countless movie stars, royalty and heads of state sailed on a Cunard ship, including Princess Diana, Elizabeth Taylor and Bob Hope. Although, still popular among the jet set, Cunard's ship's wide variety of  accommodations makes her within easy reach of any discerning traveler. A transatlantic journey is a one of a kind vacation, a true voyage on the only passenger ocean liners at sea. With no port stops it ensures a truly relaxing trip free of any "have to's" or "musts". You could spend the entire voyage reading out on your private balcony while listening to the waves if you liked. Or you could indulge in the many activities offered. QM2 is the only ocean home of the renowned Canyon Ranch Spa as well as to the only floating planetarium. Enjoy lectures or enrichment classes given by famous authors, historians or the like, take a ballroom dance class in preparation for the themed balls held on the largest dance floor at sea. If you have a culinary interest you will enjoy the many wine tasting and food pairing classes or enjoy a table side preparation of your entire dinner.  Of course one of the most important elements of a Cunard voyage are your fellow passengers. Likeminded travelers who chose Cunard because new experiences and culture are important to them. Cunard travelers are usually friendly, interesting conversationalists who are well traveled and enjoy refinement and excellent service. Although, you will have opportunities throughout the voyage to meet interesting people, one of the best places will be the Golden Lion Pub for a pint after lunch or the Queen's Room for afternoon tea. When you arrive in London there will be no jetlag so you will be able to fully enjoy a day or two (or 6 or 7!) sightseeing London or perhaps even Paris or Edinburgh before flying home. Transatlantic service runs between New York and Southampton (London) from April-November on QM2 with select sailings on QE2 & QV. April & November sailings have the lowest pricing and most extra amenities offered, with April having the best weather of the two months. (Think Spring in Paris!) Request more information here!
Looking ahead to next issue: We will be featuring what was supposed to be this month's issue in the September issue. Experience Highlight in West Palm Beach and a Christmas Vacation Guide in place of our Featured Special.
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