The Star's are calling!

Cunard Line forged a partnership with The Royal Astronomical Society (RAS) as a highlight of ‘Cunard Insights,’ the shipboard enrichment program.

RAS Fellows are scheduled to join Queen Mary 2’s Atlantic crossings and Caribbean voyages and Queen Victoria’s Mediterranean sailings.

RAS will offer night sky displays of constellations and star navigation instruction, and highlight astronomical points of interest using the SkyScan software in the planetarium on board Queen Mary 2.

Nighttime ‘star parties’ on deck, informal discussion groups and formal lectures with leading astronomers will also be part of the program.

Now this must be fun!

Princess Cruises passengers are now using Nintendo’s new Wii Fit system, just added the Wii Fit balance games following their U.S. debut last month.

Family competitions will be held on board at venues including the Movies Under the Stars poolside screens, found on five ships. Youth and teen centers will also offer younger cruisers the opportunity to participate in Wii Fit activities.

NCL earlier this month announced it would implement Wii Fit on its ships in late July or early August.

Crystal is Calling ALL families

Crystal Cruises is offering its largest family and multigenerational group promotion, ‘Crystal Memories,’ on virtually all 2009 itineraries.

Hold on to your hat - the deal is VERY SWEET - Crystal Memories offers one free cruise for every 10 full paid guests, prepaid gratuities, $100 per person on-board credit for up to two people per stateroom, third berth passengers of 17 and under sail free and a $500 credit for a ‘Private Adventure’ excursion of $2,500, among other perks.

Now more than ever, Crystal Cruises should be a choice for you.

Perfect Names - State of the Art Ships

Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas are the names chosen for what will become the world’s largest cruise ships. Royal Caribbean International said both were selected from over 90,000 entries.

To read all about some of the most innovative designs in ship building, click on this link:
http://www.royalcaribbean-genesis.com/releases/Architectural_Marvel_Central_Park_Release.pdf

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American Airlines Charges for Second Bag

American is following a host of other airlines in charging clients $25 for a second checked bag.

This is another way to raise money in areas beyond fare increases.

American Airlines expects only 4% of passengers who check a second bag to pay the fee. Those exempted include frequent fliers who have reached certain status levels and buyers of full-fare tickets. International flights also are excluded from charging the fee.

Those who purchase a domestic economy tickets would be subject to the fee - will have to pay if their ticket-purchase date is on or after May 12.

I am SOOOOO excited!

Most of the time I get this way – no sleep because my mind is always racing about some very good travel offer that I want to share. Well not this time. However, there is some news that I wanted to share with you. Our website, www.ambassadortours.com, has a brand new feature - the VACATION MESSAGE BOARD. This is an exclusive way to share new travel ideas with fellow travelers of Ambassador Tours, gain new insight into places of interest, new restaurants or exciting places to visit.

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Guess Where I am now?

With today's life style and our instant access to information, what better way to share with you some news. Right now I am in Ixtapa, Mexico at Club Med. They have just re-opened Club Med Ixtapa Pacific. What a fantastic resort. What ever one might think about Club Med, forget about it. They have taken themselves to a new level. As I sit in my room, looking at the blue sky and clam ocean, you might ask - why is he in the room and not outside enjoying all this? Good question and I might just have to end now and come back..

No, do not worry there is plenty to go around. I needed to share with everyone how nice of a place this all-inclusive resort is. If you like to participate in various activities your in heaven. If like me, just want to kick back and take it all in, welcome home...

I have only been here two days and could stay for a long time. The quality of food and selection is almost second to none. You can not go hungry or say, "there is nothing for me to eat". Kids and adults have all they want anytime..

Each room I have seen is spacious and offers many amenities to make your stay at Club med perfect.

Once I return, I will share my photos to prove my point... Well now it's off to the beach and soak in some sun so my wife will think I was not at the computer all day....