Did you know that Aruba is a great FAMILY destination?

Adults love Aruba for the beautiful white sand beaches, wonderful dry climate and the gourmet food. Plus, there are many water activities and local attractions to enjoy. Aaah I would love to go to Aruba soon!

Aruba is also an amazing destination for FAMILIES! The island offers unique attractions and activities that make it a fun destination for the whole family.

Kids of all ages will enjoy a visit to the butterfly farm. Visitors will enjoy seeing exotic butterflies in a tropical environment. Tours are led by knowledgeable guides.

Did you know that there is a Donkey Sanctuary on Aruba? Donkeys have existed on Aruba for 500 years, and now thanks to the non-profit organization the donkeys are protected. There is also an Ostrich Farm that the kids will want to visit!

Aruba boasts several museums where visitors can learn about their cultural heritage, including a Model Train Museum.

So what about water sports activities? You can rent a jet ski, paddleboat, waverunner, bananaboat, kayak, or tube from most hotels. In addition to scuba diving and snorkeling, Aruba is one of the most popular destinations in the world for windsurfing.

Prefer to land activities? Aruba has that covered too! Aruba offers golf courses, horseback riding, street biking and mountain biking.

Want to know more? Call Jan at 336-790-8911 for details on great flight and hotel packages to amazing Aruba!

PS Here are some great tips for families traveling to Aruba!

1. Families with children 10 years-old and older can learn to scuba dive in half a day with one of the many PADI resort dive programs. 

2. Organized, street bike tours are very popular along the low- and high-rise hotel areas.  For families seeking an adventurous ride, mountain bike rentals and tours though Aruba’s countryside are also offered. 

3. For picky eaters, Aruba does have several fast food and fast casual dining options.  Local restaurants have kids’ menus so mom and dad can enjoy authentic island dining experiences!

4. For those traveling with young children, mom and dad can enjoy some alone time as most resorts have exceptional babysitting services for evenings out and day camps.

5. Traveling with a large family and can’t squeeze everyone into a rental car?  Aruba’s public bus system is affordable and convenient, with bus stops all along the hotel areas and downtown area. 

What you need to know about your passport!

I have important travel news to share with you!

Over 20 million passport requests (new and renewals) are expected in 2017, according to the United States (US) Department of State. That means there will be long processing times! Remember that you can’t travel outside of the US if your passport expires within six months of your trip.

With only months until the new year, NOW is the time to get your passport. Make an appointment now to have your passport renewed. Fill out the paperwork completely. You will need to provide a birth certificate for children under 18 years of age.

Get a passport in a day! Contact me at 336-790-8911 for this expedited service. Through our partnership with CIBTvisas, you can get a

·         Passport renewal;

·         First-time passport; or

·         Lost or stolen passport replaced.

 
Now that your passport is renewed, let’s talk about where you want to go! I have great deals on holiday skiing trips, river cruises, city breaks, shopping weekends and family resorts. 

Call me at 336-790-8911 for amazing trips at great prices. Speak to you soon!

What is your time worth?

Clients wanting to save BOTH time and money (and who doesn't?) should take advantage of Cruise Planners (CP) Vacation Packages. Through access to great cruise deals and our ability to contract with hotels, we are able to bundle a fabulous cruise with a pre-trip hotel, post-trip hotel, a rental car and transfers...at unbelievably LOW prices!

Looking for a unique cruise with a themed event?  A cruise to Hawaii or Alaska? What about a river cruise? Here are some examples of CP Vacation Packages.

Celebrity's Signature sailing events! These are very special and unique trips around the world.  Golf enthusiasts will love the unique sailing event where they can attend the "British Open." Sailings fans will be blown out of the water with the the "America's Cup" sailing events in Bermuda. Bring in 2017 with a bang by spending New Year's in Dubai while watching fireworks from the ship! Call me @ 336-790-8911 for pricing on these one-of-a-kind trips!

Have you always wanted to go to Hawaii?  We can help you plan a vacation of a lifetime with a cruise package that includes a Norwegian Cruise Line's cruise to four Hawaiian Islands. Great cabins and excursions are available.

Give us a call if Alaska is on your bucket list! We can make it easier to travel from the East Coast with a pre-cruise hotel stay before your board your cruise ship. We'll arrange your flights, hotel and cabin selection so all you have to do is pack and enjoy the amazing views of Alaska!

Our CP Vacation Packages have become so popular, that we are now teaming up with several new suppliers (both cruise lines and land tour companies.) We are now able to offer packages to new exotic destinations in Europe, China, Australia and New Zealand. CP Vacation Packages are now available by AMA Waterways river cruises in 2017. Themed river cruise trips include the following:

• Tulip Time
• Danube
• Taste of Bordeaux
• Christmas Market

Call 336-790-8911 to book an amazing trip at a great price. Visit my website for more details!