Category Archives: Travel specials

Deal of the day: Carnival Breeze includes upgrades, other perks

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Here’s a last minute bargain for someone wanting to sail on the new Carnival Breeze.

This eight-day cruise (Jan. 5-13, 2013) goes for a total of $1,745.98 for two passengers in an interior cabin and includes all taxes and a two-category upgrade.

It also comes with $100 onboard credit, three photo coupons, tote bags and a bottle of wine.

A $300 per person deposit ($600 total) is due immediately, with the balance on October 20.

Call Allure Quest Travel Experience at 615-818-8241 to book.

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Deal of the day: Bring your golfing buddies along and get a Sandals vacation for free

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Get your sporting buddies together for the ultimate golf outing at the all-new, spectacular Sandals Grande Riviera Beach and Villa Golf Resort in Ocho Rios, Jamaica – and you go for free!

This offer is for groups only and good through December 24, 2012, and August 15-December 2013. Book five rooms and the sixth room is free. Prices start at $175 per person/per night.

And don’t forget the golf. Sandals Golf & Country Club is a magnificent 18-hole course 700 feet above sea level in the hills of Ocho Rios. Spend your time on the course during the day, and enjoy the varied entertainment and dining offerings during the rest of your stay.

Find out more about what Grand Riviera has to offer.

Call Allure Quest Travel Experience (615-818-8241) to book this fabulous getaway.

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Deal of the day: Australia’s two best destinations from ridiculously low $1,849

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Spend 11 days exploring the Australian cities of Sydney and Cairns – four nights in each city, with round-trip air from Los Angeles included for the Down Under experience of a lifetime.

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Prices range from $1,849 to $2896, depending on dates and accommodations.

Sydney is Australia’s largest cosmopolitan city with a blend of urban lifestyle and cool beaches. The city has much to see and do with its great arts and cultural scene along with a wide variety of fine food and wine.

Cairns is a laid back city in the tropical north of Queensland, known as the Gateway to Great Barrier Reef, one of nature’s wonders of the world and a world heritage site. This is one of Australia’s most popular travel destinations. There is easy access to rain forests, tropical islands, reefs and mountains by visiting here, or enjoy world-class diving or snorkeling, and get close to schools of fish and abundant marine life.

For more on this trip and other vacations in Australia contact Allure Quest Travel Experience at 615-818-8241.

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Champagne flights on Sunwing Airlines take you back in time

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Remember the “good ‘ol days” … when airlines actually served hot meals instead of peanuts … when your luggage didn’t require a ticket of its own … when inflight movies were simply part of the deal?

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Barely.

Times change and not necessarily for the better.

Air travel has been more than stressful since Sept. 11, 2001, and the lack of hospitality on flights has made it ever more undesirable. It’s a necessary evil. If you want to get to faraway destinations in a timely fashion then flights are the best way to do it.

However, if you live in close proximity to Nashville, Atlanta or Cincinnati you can get to a modicum of old school air travel with Sunwing Airline flights to three cities in the Caribbean and Mexico.

Elite service on a Sunwing flight includes at no extra cost “Bon Voyage” glass of champagne, hot towel meal or hot snacks, wine with meals, select snacks, inflight first run movies, headsets, non-alcoholic beverages, checked baggage up to 44 pounds per person, kids backpacks with games and toys.

Upgrade to Elite Plus for $40 more each way and get extra leg room seats, advance seat selections, 22 pounds extra checked baggage and priority check-in and boarding.

Here’s where you can fly with Sunwing:

Nashville departures: Cancun, Mexico on Saturdays and Montego Bay, Jamaica on Sundays.

Atlanta departures: Cancun on Fridays & Mondays and Punta Cana, Dominican Republic on Saturdays.

Cincinnati departures: Cancun on Sundays, Punta Cana on Fridays and Montego Bay on Saturdays.

Champagne flights are available through October 29, 2012.

For a complete selection of vacation packages, prices and flight schedules contact Allure Quest Travel Experience at 615-818-8241.

Check out Allure Quest Travel Experience on the web for all your travel needs – including analysis of destinations, insightful videos, the latest travel news and vacations to book.

These two military-influenced cruises are worthy causes to consider

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Here’s an opportunity to book a great cruise and show your patriotism at the same time.

Jump onboard the “Cruise to the End of the World” scheduled for December 16-23 on NCL’s Norwegian Star … and $100 of your cruise fare will be donated to The Wounded Warrior Project.

And if you’re a military veteran, there’s an eight-day cruise that may be your cup of tea – the 4th Salute to Veteran Cruise on Carnival Freedom.

The price of a cabin on the  “End of the World” cruise includes a $50 onboard credit and a private onboard cocktail party. Pricing begins at $850 per person, based on double occupancy. The initial deposit is $250 per person, with final payment due in late September.

Your fare on the “Salute to Veterans” cruise comes with a $100 onboard credit, a private cocktail party, a group photo and a commemorative shirt. Pricing begins at $825 per person with a $50 per person refundable deposit.

The name “Cruise to the End of the World” is a reference to the Mayan calendar and the theory that the world cataclysm will take place on December 21, 2012.

On that day the ship will port at the island of Cozumel, with an extra special excursion to Mayan ruins in Tulum. However, you’re also to visit ruins at every stop, including Costa Maya, Belize and Roatan.

It’ll be extra convenient for military personnel and supporters in the Southwest. This cruise leaves from New Orleans, an easy drive from many military bases in Florida, Tennessee and Alabama.

The Wounded Warriors Project is a program designed to aid injured service members on their return home.

The veterans cruise sails from Ft. Lauderdale May 4-12, 2013 with stops at Grand Turk; La Romana, Dominican Republic; Curacao and Aruba. Like the previous versions of this cruise, you can expect a guest speaker onboard.

If you’re interested in either of these cruises contact Allure Quest Travel Experience at 615-818-8241.

Check out Allure Quest Travel Experience on the web for all your travel needs – including analysis of destinations, insightful videos, the latest travel news and vacations to book.

Deal of the day: Vacation Vignettes cruise comes with perks

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Cruises are special … but a voyage with Vacation Vignettes enhancements are extra special.

A 10-night Christmas cruise on Celebrity Equinox comes with a host, shore excursion and private cocktail party. All this for prices beginning at $1,449 per person. Don’t rub your eyes … that price is for real.

This cruise sails from Ft. Lauderdale, with four days at sea and stops at St. Thomas, St. Kitts, Barbados, Dominica and St. Maarten.

Celebrity Equinox captures the essence of premium cruising. Sophistication from bow to stern, she will exceed your expectations as soon as you step aboard.

You’ll find ten exceptional dining venues. Relax in chic and spacious accommodations. Be surprised to feel grass beneath your feet at the Lawn Club as you sail out to sea. With every imaginable comfort, along with Celebrity’s unrivaled guest services, you are bound for a unsurpassed experience no matter your destination

Check out Allure Quest Travel Experience on the web for all your travel needs – including analysis of destinations, insightful videos, the latest travel news and vacations to book.

All aboard! Soul Train Cruise 2013 early saver rate expires May 31

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Tick … tick … tick.

Time is about to run out on the early saver rate for the few remaining cabins available for next year’s inaugural Soul Train Cruise.

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In fact, there are no cabins available … only suites, and they aren’t cheap. But if you book ‘em by the end of business on Thursday you’ll save $200 per person – $400 per cabin.

All that’s left are two superior suites categories – going for $3,625 or $3,675 per person until Thursday … or $3,825 or $3,875 after.

In case you’ve been in a coma, Soul Train Cruise 2013 sets sail on Holland America’s Westerdam out of Ft. Lauderdale, February 24, 2013 on a seven-night voyage to Turks & Caicos,  St. Thomas, San Juan and Half Moon Cay – a private island.

Performers include Patti Labell, Jeffrey Osborne, George Duke, The O’Jays, Kool & The Gang, War, The Spinners, Jody Watley, Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes, Russell Thompkins Jr. & The New Stylistics, Cuba Gooding Sr. & The Main Ingredient, Gerald Alston of The Manhattans and The Intruders.

You can add comedian Alonzo Bodden for comic relief, and a host of surprises sure to bring back vivid memories from those Soul Train days.

Check out Allure Quest Travel Experience on the web for all your travel needs – including analysis of destinations, insightful videos, the latest travel news and booking a variety of vacations.


The Magic of Disney floats in and out of New York this summer

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Look out New York … Mickey Mouse is in town.

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The Disney Magic will call The Big Apple home for the next three-plus months, sailing eight-night Bahamas cruises, five-night cruises to Canada and unique two-night get acquainted sailings out of Manhattan.

The Bahamas cruises will sail  to Disney’s private island – Castaway Cay; Nassau, Bahamas and Port Canaveral. During the Florida stop guests will receive a one-day Disney World Park Hopper ticket and roundtrip transportation between the ship and resort.

The New England-Canada cruises will call at Halifax, Nova Scotia and Saint John, New Brunswick.

The two-night cruises out of New York offer a quick getaway with a day at sea over a weekend.

Call Allure Quest Travel Experience for dates and pricing for one of these 20 cruises at 615-818-8241 or 615-336-8580.

Check out Allure Quest Travel Experience on the web for all your travel needs – including analysis of destinations, insightful videos, the latest travel news and booking a variety of vacations.

Deal of the day: Up to $550 air credit and 65% off at Sandals

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It’s great to have this holiday weekend off, but don’t get so relaxed that you ignore an opportunity to book your next glorious vacation.

You would think that the folks at Sandals Resorts would be lounging on a fabulous beach at one of their luxury-included slices of paradise .. but you would be wrong.

They’re working full force with a Memorial Day weekend sale that includes up to 65% off plus up to $555 air credit for booking a vacation at their couples-only resorts.

With 13 resorts on four sun-drenched Caribbean islands, there is definitely a Sandals resort for you and the one you love.

Check out Allure Quest Travel Experience on the web for all your travel needs – including analysis of destinations, insightful videos, the latest travel news and booking a variety of vacations.

Deal of the day: Princess has a Mother’s Day booking special

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Surprise mom with a gift the whole family can enjoy in the coming months!

From May 10–14, you’ll enjoy savings of up to $700 when you book a Princess cruise to the Caribbean, Panama Canal, Canada & New England or Hawaii sailing from September through December 2012!

You’ll also receive up to $100 in onboard credit so you can treat mom to a massage in the spa or a special gift from the onboard boutiques.

Check out Allure Quest Travel Experience on the web for all your travel needs – including analysis of destinations, insightful videos and the latest travel news.