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Spend Your Tax Refund on an Unforgettable Family Vacation!

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Tax Day is here! Spend your tax refund capturing memories with your family on an unforgettable vacation. Here are a couple fantastic travel deals worth checking out:
Caribbean Vacation to Beaches in Jamaica
One of our favorite all-inclusive family vacations is Beaches.  For a limited time, you can save up to 65% off your Beaches vacation in Negril, Jamaica.  Imagine your kids playing on the water park, while you rest your feet in the soft sand with a tropical drink.  It is a relaxing and fun getaway for the entire family!
Royal Caribbean Royal Refund Promo
This is not a cruise. This is a thrill packing, boredom axing, refund maxing journey of a lifetime. Now that you’ve filed, bring on the vacation smiles! When you book now through April 21st, 2017, they can earn up to $300 to spend at sea. Terms and Conditions may apply.
Want more info on these tax day deals? Email me at Casey@destinationstoexplore.com!
Shared by Casey Cote: Casey Cote is a travel agent with Destinations to Explore. She loves planning incredible vacations at no cost to you. To book your next cruise, all-inclusive resort vacation, family getaway or honeymoon, contact at Casey@destinationstoexplore.com. You can also find her on Facebook!

DreamWorks Experience on Royal Caribbean Cruises

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Only on Royal Caribbean Cruise Line can you enjoy the DreamWorks Experience!

“Discover memorable moments at sea filled with your favorite characters from Shrek, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda and How to Train Your Dragon. Onboard our DreamWorks Experience ships, families and children of all ages are in for a treat with all of your favorite characters. From trivia, to scavenger hunts, to dining with your favorite character to themed family activities and more – we can’t wait to fill your your cruise vacation with tons of adventure with the DreamWorks Experience.”

While onboard select Royal Caribbean ships, you and your family can:

Meet the Characters from your favorite DreamWorks motion pictures. Characters include Shrek and Fiona, the Madagascar’s Alex & Penguins, and more!

Entertaining Shows like the Madagascar Aqua Show as well as exciting character parades!

Character Dining featuring tableside visits from DreamWorks characters!

Enjoy the Movies brought to life in our 3D theater or in your stateroom!

DreamWorks Experience is available on the following Royal Caribbean ships:

Anthem of the Seas

Quantum of the Seas

Allure of the Seas

Oasis of the Seas

Freedom of the Seas

Liberty of the Seas

Voyager of the Seas

Mariner of the Seas

Harmony of the Seas

Ovation of the Seas

For more info or to book your Royal Caribbean Cruise vacation, contact me at Casey@destinationstoexplore.com!

Shared by Casey Cote: Casey Cote is a travel agent with Destinations to Explore. She loves planning incredible vacations at no cost to you. To book your next cruise, all-inclusive resort vacation, family getaway or honeymoon, contact at Casey@destinationstoexplore.com. You can also find her on Facebook!

Celebrity Edge – New Ship Coming 2018

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CELEBRITY EDGE – COMING 2018

Celebrity Cruises, the company that brought you modern luxury cruising, has done it again. Introducing a revolutionary new ship that’s poised to change the way you experience the world—and a new class of ships designed to shatter all expectations.

When it came time to choose a name for this visionary vessel, we looked to the very thing that makes this ship so unique: the fact that during two years of exploration and excitement, every single design element has been taken to the leading edge of possibility. The name was right there in front of us.

Celebrity Edge. The first in our new Edge Class of ships designed to leave the future behind.

A Few Celebrity Edge Features:

Trasnformative Spaces

As the sun sets, the groundbreaking spaces on Celebrity Edge transform to deliver completely new experiences. By day, outward-facing ocean views, ever-changing abstract artwork, and unexpected entertainment create a luxurious resort-style atmosphere. At night, ambient lighting, unique al fresco dining, and live music set the scene for energy, intimacy, and elegance

The Resort Deck

This space offers endless ways to enjoy the great outdoors while connecting with the sea. Featuring a forward-facing, asymmetric pool, martini hot tubs,  jogging track that winds around the Rooftop Garden on two decks, and private cabanas that overlook the ocean, there’s a little something for everyone onboard the Edge.

Rooftop Garden

An urban playscape designed after childhood playgrounds where you can catch a movie, have a picnic, or dance among the stars.

Magic Carpet

The highlight of our outward-facing vision is the Magic Carpet, an extraordinary venue that changes mood, function, and even its location. This incredible engineering feat is the world’s first cantilevered, floating platform that reaches heights of 13 stories above sea level, so you can soar over the open ocean. With breathtaking views, a full bar, and space for live music performances, it truly is a destination itself.

Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda

The most transformational aspect of Celebrity Edge’s stateroom design is the introduction of the Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda, where with the touch of a button, your entire living space becomes the veranda, letting you walk right out to the water’s edge. Not only do these staterooms feature the latest in design and technology, but they’re 23% larger than our award-winning Solstice® Class veranda staterooms.

Nate Berkus – Design Ambassador

Design icon Nate Berkus partnered with Celebrity Cruises as the Design Ambassador for the Edge Class ships. His forward-thinking style and global aesthetic made him the perfect fit for Celebrity’s cutting edge new ship.

–BOOKINGS NOW OPEN–

LIMITED AVAILABILITY!!

Don’t miss your chance to set sail on the Celebrity Edge in 2018! Contact me at Casey@destinationstoexplore.com today!

Shared by Casey Cote: Casey Cote is a travel agent with Destinations to Explore. She loves planning incredible vacations at no cost to you. To book your next cruise, all-inclusive resort vacation, family getaway or honeymoon, contact at Casey@destinationstoexplore.com. You can also find her on Facebook!

Up & Coming Destinations: Belize

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Believed to be the heart of the Maya civilization, Belize offers travelers the life-changing opportunity to explore Mayan ruins at more than 1,400 recorded Mayan sites. Lamanai, Xunantunic, Caracol and Altun Ha are excellent archaeological sites to visit to explore what remains of the ancient civilization.

After visiting Mayan ruins, travelers can head to the Museum of Belize to see the largest carved jade Mayan object ever discovered as well as many other Mayan artifacts. The museum is housed in a former prison, making it an interesting destination in itself.

Travelers who want to be a bit more active have many choices when visiting Belize. Scuba diving, snorkeling, sailing, kayaking, horseback riding, fishing, caving…the list of adventurous activities in Belize never ends. Divers should head to Great Blue Hole, considered one of the best diving spots in the world. Located 43 miles from the mainland, the submarine sinkhole is over 900 feet across and 400 feet deep. Scuba divers can experience striking stalactites and many different species of fish. The Great Blue Hole is suited best to experienced divers, but snorkeling is very popular and enjoyable there.

Belize is home to other natural wonders, such as the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, which touches the coasts of Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras as well as Belize. One hundred and eighty-five miles of the reef are just off the coast of Belize (it stretches almost 700 miles in total) is home to 60 types of hard corals, over 500 species of fish and an abundance of other marine life. As the largest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere, it was listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996.

Quick Facts:

  • U.S. travelers: Valid passport needed for entry
  • Official language: English
  • Official currency: Belize dollar (American dollars are widely accepted)
  • Climate: Average high temperature of 80° F and average low temperature of 75° F, but temperatures vary based on elevation

Fun Belize Excursions:

  • River Tubing through caves (as pictured above)
  • Snorkeling the largest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere
  • Visiting Mayan ruins

Is Belize on your travel bucket list this year? If so, contact me at Casey@destinationstoexplore.com to book your Belize getaway!

Shared by Casey Cote: Casey Cote is a travel agent with Destinations to Explore. She loves planning incredible vacations at no cost to you. To book your next cruise, all-inclusive resort vacation, family getaway or honeymoon, contact at Casey@destinationstoexplore.com. You can also find her on Facebook!

Set Sail – Ho Ho Holiday Sailings

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ho ho holidays
Let Royal Caribbean® make your spirits merry and bright this December. All month long, they are hosting the biggest holiday celebration at sea featuring Santa and his elves, snow days on deck, your favorite DreamWorks characters, and more.

The entire Royal Caribbean Fleet will be overtaken with the holiday spirit starting in December. Every sailing will have an array of festive programming as you Deck the Holidays onboard. Some of the highlights are…

Ho Ho Holiday Sailings

TREE LIGHTING AND DECKED-OUT DECOR

Each ship’s Centrum, Royal Esplanade or Royal Promenade will be turned into a true winter wonderland. The time honored tradition of lighting the Christmas tree will be available on all sailings as you deck the hulls – or halls.

SANTA ON DECK

You can join Santa and his elves onboard for the ultimate Christmas celebration, including our Holly Jolly Holiday Parade, festive photo opportunities and more.

Make your spirits merrier and brighter than ever before. Royal Caribbean® is hosting the biggest holiday celebration at sea on every Caribbean sailing departing in December. From Snow Days on the Promenade to memorable moments with Santa and his elves, everything they love about the season is onboard. So give them the best gift ever — Royal Caribbean Deck the Holidays.

FLEET WIDE HOLIDAY PROGRAMMING*

• Snow Days on Deck
• Tree Lighting Experience
• Holiday Movies
• Caroling
• Holiday Suites Gift
• Adventure Ocean Arts and Crafts
• Holiday Activity Book
• Family Story Time with Elves
• Holiday Trivia
• Holiday Scavenger Hunt
• Letters to Santa
• Santa Parade with Elves & Musicians
• Santa Appearances with his Elves
• Holiday Theme Stationary
• Cruise Compass Holiday Version
• Adventure Ocean Holiday Compass
• Midnight Catholic Mass
• Christmas Day Catholic Mass
• Interdenominational Christmas Services • Lighting of the Menorah
• Hanukkah Services with Cantor or Rabbi

*Deck the Holidays experiences vary by ship. Shrek, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda, How to Train Your Dragon, Turbo and all related characters and properties TM & ©2016 DreamWorks Animation L.L.C.
And if you joins us over the holidays, we’ll add some extra holiday cheer with 25% off third and fourth guests – plus up to $400 to spend at sea. So join Santa onboard and start a new, decked out tradition.
Here is a little need to know information:

Booking Window: September 1-30, 2016
Applicable Sailing: December 22-31, 2016 and December 22-31/2017

Details:
5-Nights or less:

  • 50 off per stateroom for Interior / Oceanview
  • $100 off per stateroom for Balcony / Suites

6-Nights or longer:

  • $75 off per stateroom for Interior / Oceanview
  • $200 off per stateroom for Balcony / Suites

More information can be found here or by contacting Erin Benge, your Royal Caribbean Specialist. She can be reached at 832-233-4468 or erinbenge@destinationstoexplore.com to help you plan you new decked out tradition