It was August 2008. I had won the Freedom Travel Raffle at the parish where I was volunteer teaching English As A Second Language. The grand prize was five thousand dollars, including a twenty-five hundred dollar gift card to Liberty Travel. It was time to put the winnings into action. I decided on taking a Princess […]
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April 2011, I was attending an alumni event in Washington DC for my college Alma Mater. I made my reservation at the Crystal Gateway Marriott in Arlington, VA. The Crystal Gateway is located just minutes from Ronald Reagan National Airport. Regardless of occasion, Washington DC is my favorite city to visit. The alumni event was
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A wedding! It is the happiest day for two individuals. It is the happiest moment for two families. It is the moment when two become one. The champagne is on ice, there’s a monster-size cake, and everyone is dressed to the nines. Ultimately, it is the day on which everyone is sharing in a memorable
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Disney Cruise Line is a world class cruise line in a world all its own. Disney Cruise Line has four gorgeous ships in its fleet, with three more in the planning stages. With all of the amazing services that its competitors provide, Disney knows how to top them. It’s all about making a family’s cruise
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Aloha! When pineapples, volcanoes, and hula skirts are mentioned, what comes to mind? Hawaii is the correct answer. With its awe-inspiring scenery, romantic landscapes, and memorable Pacific Ocean sunsets, Hawaii is the one destination everybody dreams about. It is the destination which captures the imagination. Hawaii has eight main islands; Oahu, Kauai, Maui, Niihau, Lanai,
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Everyone has their favorite area of the globe to travel to. The summer season is almost over, and fall is soon to begin. Soon after, it’s “Hello winter!” again. When the horrific weather hits home, and everyone begins disliking being locked up indoors, all that comes to mind is that one place they all wish
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Everyone has heard airport authorities say “Never leave your luggage unattended.” That’s true. Many travelers have asked “Have you ridden on the Airbus A380?”. Now, imagine someone asking the question, “Have you ever ridden that new piece of luggage?”. Someone is sure to respond “Say what?”. It’s true, because the newest and most innovative piece
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A cruise is the ultimate family vacation experience. From embarkation day, to the endless on-board activities, to unforgettable dining experiences, to energy-filled entertainment, to exciting shore excursions, families cannot get enough of it. Families have a blast each and every time they sail together. It is however sad to hear the news of past incidents.
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May 26th, 2016, my brother and I flew down for our very first Disney cruise. We were going on a three-day cruise aboard the beautiful Disney Dream. We had not sailed out of Port Canaveral since our Big Red Boat cruise in 1994. For being first time cruisers then, we couldn’t complain. This time, we
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To make disembarkation as easy as possible, guests should keep in mind five simple tips: 5) Tipping: For guests opting out on the automatic charge of $12.00 per day, envelopes are provided in the staterooms. Guests should be generous, with due respect to the waiting staff, stateroom attendant, and head waiter going over and beyond
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