Ok, not really a new associate agent, but we did get a playmate for Red (there are many of you who know, and we think love Mr. Red) our 8 year old cat.
Wednesday, we went to the Humane Shelter, just to look (yeah right!) at what might be available as Red lost his playmate some time ago. There were some adorable animals - kittens and older cats - but we thought a kitten was the way to go.
There were several pairs or more from the same litter and they were running a "2 for 1" sale (sounds like a cruise line except the cruise line works off the brochure rate that noone pays anyway). Adopt one and get 2 for the same fee which really was a "2 for 1". We saw two little darlings but felt that they would not pay attention to Red and we couldn't do that to our buddy for 8 years.
But then we saw an adorable little 3 month old female and that was that. Did the adoption right then and there however, had to wait until the next day so she could be spayed before bringing her home.
Today, we did the first little introduction and although both were a little apprehensive, there was no hissing or fur standing up. It will take time but we think they will become friends in fairly short order.
We almost named her Princess (one of our favorite cruise lines) and even bought a pet food dish with Princess on it during one of our cruises. But, Mr. Red and Missy made more sense. Have already been asked "Where is a picture?" but don't want to scare her yet with a camera. In a couple of days I will and then maybe figure out how to post it on here.
So if you call about a trip and we are laughing out of control when answering the phone, you'll know why - the two of them are playing and we are having fun watching.
Since this is a BLOG about cruising, let me just add that there are some very good promotions right now including on-board credits and even complimentary Spa treatments on select sailings during the remainder of the year.
Have a wonderful weekend and I'll be back on Monday.
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Thursday, July 8, 2010
July Cruise Newz & Views is on it's way
Our monthly newsletter is on it's way this morning. It's FREE but is only sent to our subscriber ist and comes via e-mail. You can subscribe by sending an e-mail with your full name to subscribe@askusaboutcruising.com.
One of the reasons to receive this is our Secret Word Game. You might remember a TV game show starring Grocho Marx years ago where during the show, if the contestant said the secret word a duck came down and they won $100 (big money back then).
Needless to say, we can't drop a duck down from your ceiling, so somewhere in each issue we have put a Secret Word for the month. When you are booking a cruise with us, and mention the Secret Word, you become a winner. No, we don't give away a $100 but right now we have a very unique gift. We have been able to secure some Masterpiece Artwork Reproductions. What makes them so interesting is the artwork is on one side and a bio of the artist and the story behind the painting are on the back. We are even including a display stand as it made no sense to us to frame these pieces.
We also have a Featured Destination in each issue and this month we have included a specific shopping reccommendation in the port - a local business we are familiar with and have actually purchased from over the years when visiting this island.
Another one of our exclusive offerrings is our Client Loyalty Rewards Program. Although details on our website, subscribers get advance notice of the current BONUS points promotion in the newsletter. To learn about this program, click on the link below to go directly to the information on our website:
http://arichman.cruiseone.com/travel/cruise_articles/display_editorial.do?edOid=1611791767
OBTW, when on our website, browse around - we have a wealth of information, the cruise finder, current cruise news articles, and much more.
You can subscribe and also unsubscribe as you choose so there's no obligation and we will NEVER, EVER sell our mailing list to anyone else.
One of the reasons to receive this is our Secret Word Game. You might remember a TV game show starring Grocho Marx years ago where during the show, if the contestant said the secret word a duck came down and they won $100 (big money back then).
Needless to say, we can't drop a duck down from your ceiling, so somewhere in each issue we have put a Secret Word for the month. When you are booking a cruise with us, and mention the Secret Word, you become a winner. No, we don't give away a $100 but right now we have a very unique gift. We have been able to secure some Masterpiece Artwork Reproductions. What makes them so interesting is the artwork is on one side and a bio of the artist and the story behind the painting are on the back. We are even including a display stand as it made no sense to us to frame these pieces.
We also have a Featured Destination in each issue and this month we have included a specific shopping reccommendation in the port - a local business we are familiar with and have actually purchased from over the years when visiting this island.
Another one of our exclusive offerrings is our Client Loyalty Rewards Program. Although details on our website, subscribers get advance notice of the current BONUS points promotion in the newsletter. To learn about this program, click on the link below to go directly to the information on our website:
http://arichman.cruiseone.com/travel/cruise_articles/display_editorial.do?edOid=1611791767
OBTW, when on our website, browse around - we have a wealth of information, the cruise finder, current cruise news articles, and much more.
You can subscribe and also unsubscribe as you choose so there's no obligation and we will NEVER, EVER sell our mailing list to anyone else.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Better than Facebook (for me)
It's been awhile folks but after experimenting with a Facebook Fan Page, I have decided that I like "blogging" better. So I'm back to stay this time!
Since this is more of a "re-activation" post (I had to remember my passowrd to get back into this). I will add some new content later today.
Currently we are in the final stages of editing our July/August issue of Cruise Newz & Views, our popular newsletter that we send out to our customers and potential customers. If you are not already receiving this in your e-mail Inbox each month, you can subscribe by sending an e-mail to subscribe@askusaboutcrusing.com or arichman@cruiseone.com. Be sure to give us your name as our newsletters are personalized.
Some of the sections each issue are "Featured Destination" and "A Little Humor to End With." You will also learn about special contests we run, our exclusive Client Loyalty Rewards Program, and have the opportunity to answer our Question of the Month (annoynomously of course.)
So until later, it's good to be back!
Since this is more of a "re-activation" post (I had to remember my passowrd to get back into this). I will add some new content later today.
Currently we are in the final stages of editing our July/August issue of Cruise Newz & Views, our popular newsletter that we send out to our customers and potential customers. If you are not already receiving this in your e-mail Inbox each month, you can subscribe by sending an e-mail to subscribe@askusaboutcrusing.com or arichman@cruiseone.com. Be sure to give us your name as our newsletters are personalized.
Some of the sections each issue are "Featured Destination" and "A Little Humor to End With." You will also learn about special contests we run, our exclusive Client Loyalty Rewards Program, and have the opportunity to answer our Question of the Month (annoynomously of course.)
So until later, it's good to be back!
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Special First Time Cruisers con't
There is not much else to say about my brother and sister-in-laws first cruise experience if you read their comments to the previous posting. They had a blast! I did get to talk with them last night and once again, we receive the one benefit that is really "neat" about being a cruise specialist.
Even with approximately 50 cruises now (long and short)under out belt, we do still think about our first cruise experience in Dec 1997 on Royal Caribbean's Majesty of the Seas to the Western Caribbean. It was an incredible experience and I remember waking up on Monday morning (cruise started on Sun) and Helen and I saying "Oh, we will do this again!"
Little did we know we would become cruise specialists 4 years and 9 cruises later. So what is the benefit? It's reliving our first cruise experience through other peoples eyes after their first cruise. And we get to do this every time we book a "first timer" when they get home. This is why we really do love working with people in helping them plan and experience what we have come to love.
One of Don's comments was they were thinking Mon morning while waiting to disembark was "I wonder if we could get a cabin and stay onboard?" They told me something last night that I hadn't heard before and I had to chuckle. This says it all - they had decided to take their own luggage off the ship which would entitle them to get off earliest. But they had number 14 for disembarkation and tried to change with someone who had number 24. they just did not want to leave.
So welcome home bro and we are glad you now understand why we love cruising.
Even with approximately 50 cruises now (long and short)under out belt, we do still think about our first cruise experience in Dec 1997 on Royal Caribbean's Majesty of the Seas to the Western Caribbean. It was an incredible experience and I remember waking up on Monday morning (cruise started on Sun) and Helen and I saying "Oh, we will do this again!"
Little did we know we would become cruise specialists 4 years and 9 cruises later. So what is the benefit? It's reliving our first cruise experience through other peoples eyes after their first cruise. And we get to do this every time we book a "first timer" when they get home. This is why we really do love working with people in helping them plan and experience what we have come to love.
One of Don's comments was they were thinking Mon morning while waiting to disembark was "I wonder if we could get a cabin and stay onboard?" They told me something last night that I hadn't heard before and I had to chuckle. This says it all - they had decided to take their own luggage off the ship which would entitle them to get off earliest. But they had number 14 for disembarkation and tried to change with someone who had number 24. they just did not want to leave.
So welcome home bro and we are glad you now understand why we love cruising.
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Special First Time Cruisers
Although we love first time cruisers, why would this one be special? Simply because it is my brother and sister-in-law!
We did our first cruise 12 years ago next month and always enjoy re-living that experience through the eyes of those we book on their first cruise. We have been in the business of professional cruise specialists for 8 years now. Yesterday, my bro and sister-in-law, who have heard us talk about our wonderful experiences, embarked on a ship - the Carnival Elation - for their first cruise experience.
They have been on the water in small (48-80 foot boats) so that part was not new. But Gloria's comment when we talked to them a few hours after they boarded, had lunch, explored the ship, etc., was "This is HUGE!" We laughed because at only 70,000 GT we consider this a small ship these days.
Gloria had set this up as a special birthday present for Don's 60th and since he is the one who is always creating surprises for others, when they sprung this trip on him (at a surprise party in Sept, too I might add), he was surprised. He hadn't thought too much about it until they arrived at the port in San Diego yesterday but once on board, he did realize "this is going to be a very relaxing and fun weekend." I will continue this one when we speak on Monday after they get back.
We did our first cruise 12 years ago next month and always enjoy re-living that experience through the eyes of those we book on their first cruise. We have been in the business of professional cruise specialists for 8 years now. Yesterday, my bro and sister-in-law, who have heard us talk about our wonderful experiences, embarked on a ship - the Carnival Elation - for their first cruise experience.
They have been on the water in small (48-80 foot boats) so that part was not new. But Gloria's comment when we talked to them a few hours after they boarded, had lunch, explored the ship, etc., was "This is HUGE!" We laughed because at only 70,000 GT we consider this a small ship these days.
Gloria had set this up as a special birthday present for Don's 60th and since he is the one who is always creating surprises for others, when they sprung this trip on him (at a surprise party in Sept, too I might add), he was surprised. He hadn't thought too much about it until they arrived at the port in San Diego yesterday but once on board, he did realize "this is going to be a very relaxing and fun weekend." I will continue this one when we speak on Monday after they get back.
Friday, November 13, 2009
The Oasis of the Seas has arrived in FLL
This is one shot taken from a helicopter as the Oasis of the Seas entered her new home in Port Everglades (Ft. lauderdale, FL.). I have some very nice friends and one sent this to me short time ago.
It was a spectalur sight to behold as this beautiful ship arrived with her floating floatilla and is she HUGE!!!!!
It was a spectalur sight to behold as this beautiful ship arrived with her floating floatilla and is she HUGE!!!!!
Here are some more great photos of the Oasis on the website of the local paper the Sun Sentinel
Arrival of Oasis of the Seas
It has been one of the most anticipated days in modern cruising history but in just a few hours, Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas, the incredible 220,000 GT ship with seven neighborhoods will be arriving in Ft. Lauderdale at Port Everglades, Florida - it's homeport.
We're up early today to go over to the port area to watch it's arrival and will have some pictures that we will try to post later.
I also want to point out that Carnival's newest ship, the Dream, is arriving in New York City as I write this (or will be shortly) and will have it's christening later this afternoon. This is another wonderful ship and reports we have gotten back from clients who have made the trip across the Atlantic on her is simply "Beyond fabulous!" This is the ship the client I last wrote about who had to cancel at the last minute due to the broken ankle was suppossed to have sailed on. Her friends were sending her e-mails durinig the trip. Mrs. S is doing well by the way and is looking forward to planning her next cruise in the months ahead.
Hopefully, I will have some pictures to post next of the Oasis arriving. There will be a special broadcast on Good Morning America on Nov 20 from the ship.
We're up early today to go over to the port area to watch it's arrival and will have some pictures that we will try to post later.
I also want to point out that Carnival's newest ship, the Dream, is arriving in New York City as I write this (or will be shortly) and will have it's christening later this afternoon. This is another wonderful ship and reports we have gotten back from clients who have made the trip across the Atlantic on her is simply "Beyond fabulous!" This is the ship the client I last wrote about who had to cancel at the last minute due to the broken ankle was suppossed to have sailed on. Her friends were sending her e-mails durinig the trip. Mrs. S is doing well by the way and is looking forward to planning her next cruise in the months ahead.
Hopefully, I will have some pictures to post next of the Oasis arriving. There will be a special broadcast on Good Morning America on Nov 20 from the ship.
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