May 6
Hello Travel Friends,
Due to an unfortunate coffee spill that caused catastrophic damage
to my computer, I am without my normal email contact program for a couple
of weeks. Fortunately you can still email me, but I may
be slow in getting to some of my information.
Labor Day Sock Hop Cruise-- 9/6/15 -- 9/13/15
We are up to 99 guests! Who will be #100????
Roommate Openings:
For a lady: Category M Inside Cabin at $601. Good location on
Deck 9.
For a guy: Category D2 Balcony Cabin at $868 You will receive $100
onboard credit Great mid-ship location on hump Deck 8
Hope you will join us for this unbelievably FUN time!
Marla Archer’s Overview on 2015 and 2016 Travel
Opportunities
Last Update: Monday, April 27, 2015
Hello
Travel Enthusiasts!
I have
finally recovered from that nasty bug I brought home from
Amsterdam. I am now fully immersed working on my future
travel plans.
I’d like
to update on some of the current opportunities I am working
on.
ONE: Labor Day Sock Hop Dance Cruise
September 6 – 13, 2015
We are up
to 97 guests and have plenty of
room for more FUN and SUN SEEKERS looking for a fabulous
dance adventure at sea!
In March,
Royal Caribbean Cruises Limited adopted a new policy where
they will no longer offer any last minute discounts on any
of their cruises.
I lose my guaranteed space and group pricing on May 9th,
so if you want to take advantage of the lower group rates,
you will need to sign up prior to this date.
FYI, Royal
Caribbean’s current promo BOGO50 lowest rates are higher
than our group rates.
Our Group
Rate Availability:
Promenade
Inside PR $675 Only 2 left!
Oceanview Category H $786
Balcony
Category D2 $877
Here a
quick review of why you should join our NONSTOP PARTY at
sea:
Two After
Hours Dance Parties featuring the Joe Valentino Show which
will include special guest Ray Covey (Elvis)
Premium Labor Day Weekend Sailing Time Frame -- September
6th - 13th, 2015 (you only have to use 4 vacation days)
Great Ship --Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas
Nonstop Dancing--Welcome Aboard Dance Party, Thank You
Cocktail Party, Champagne Masquerade Mardi Gras Party, Three
At Sea Dance Classes, After Hours Dance Parties
Group Shore Excursions, Group Dining, and Group Photo
Themed Party Nights—50’s Sock Hop, 70’s Disco, Western,
Sandra Dee and Elvis, Mardi Gras Masquerade Costume, plus
more.
Pre Cruise Dance Party Get Together
Gary
Richardson is our DJ for all dance parties. All types of
music will be played—Country Western, West Coast Swing,
Waltzes, Cha Chas, you want a specific song, send it to Gary
ahead of time to add to his playlist.
We have a
gentleman looking for a roommate to share his balcony
stateroom. $860 with $100 onboard credit (great location
on the hump deck 8)
You can check it
out here:
SSQQ Sock Hop Dance Cruise
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TWO: “Istanbul” Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
October 23rd – November 4th, 2015 on Celebrity’s
Constellation
At the
moment, there are 26 guests who are headed on a journey to
the origins of western civilization—Istanbul, Ephesus,
Jerusalem, and Rome.
In
addition to all the history and culture that we will
discover, we will enjoy some pretty spectacular natural
beauty as well in Malta, Sicily and Capri.
Celebrity’s current promotion runs through May 10th.
Pick Your
Perk is Back! Plus a $200 onboard credit per cabin because
this is a European sailing.
Select
one from:
Free
Classic Beverage Package
Free Gratuities
$300 Onboard Credit per cabin
$600 Air Credit per cabin
Our group
rates are well below Celebrity’s prevailing rates—anywhere
from $225 – $625 per person, just ask our last two ladies
who signed up!
Group
Space Available:
Inside
Category 10 Deck 3 - $1546
Oceanview
Category 7 Deck 2 - $1756
Veranda
Category 2B Deck 9 - $2141
Concierge
Veranda C2 Deck 8 - $2336
Please
click this link for an in-depth review of the trip:
ISTANBUL 2015
If you
ever wanted to visit this part of the world, the time is
now. I hope you will join us!
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THREE: DANUBE WALTZ RIVER CRUISE 2016
April 17-24, 2016
We have 20 people
signed up, an amazing total for a trip like this so far in
advance.
Our 7-day river
cruise will take us to five countries: Germany, Austria,
Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary. The trip will
include three important European capitals: Vienna,
Bratislava, and Budapest. At the end of the trip, there is
an optional 2-day trip extension in Budapest.
The trip will
feature castles, mountains, valleys, canyons, vineyards, and
total immersion in Eastern Europe, a part of the world most
of us have never seen before.
Every day we will
visit some special spot along the Danube River. Every night
at dinner endless supplies of free wine will loosen our
inhibitions. At the table, we will laugh and giggle as we
retell the events of the day. From the moment the trip
begins, we will start to bond. By the end of the trip, we
will be as close as any family.
So that’s the
overview of our trip. Now go read the information that
Marla has collected, see the pictures, and read the stories
of the various incredible places that await you!
2016 Danube Waltz River Cruise
If you have any
questions, as always, please contact Marla Archer.
Email:
marla@ssqq.com
FOUR:
Independent
Travel
On another
note, I have been selling independent travel to many
individuals for several years. People often ask me why they
should allow me to help them with their vacation plans and
not just do it themselves.
My
response has always been because I can get you exactly the
same pricing and perks, plus I have experience and insight
based on thirteen years of experience.
In
addition, I am now in a position to offer you even more.
My agency,
West University Travel, is under new ownership as of
January 1st, 2015. We are now Virtuoso members.
What this
means to you is added value and bonus amenities for your
independent travel. I will give you a few examples of
current opportunities:
Holland America Cruises – $150
in onboard credit
Royal Caribbean Cruise—Free
Specialty Dinner for two for a balcony reservation plus a
spa treatment for a Junior Suite
Viking River Cruises – $100 in
onboard credit
Cunard – up to $300 in onboard credit
Windstar Cruises – $200 in
onboard credit
Crystal Cruises – $200 in
onboard credit
If you
don’t want to cruise, I can help you with a resort stay as
well.
You may
enjoy free room upgrades, free breakfast, early check-in or
late check-out, or resort credit.
Here is
some feedback from a couple of my guests about their recent
travel—take note that both vacations were resort stays, not
cruises. Yes, I do it ALL.
From:
Liz
Sent: Monday, March 02, 2015 4:25 PM
To: Marla
Subject: Great vacation!
Bob and I wanted to thank you
for arranging a great vacation for us at Atlantis.
When we arrived at the resort,
they upgraded us to a suite that was at least 1000 sq. ft.
but probably more. The views were wonderful and we were so
impressed by the staff.
They greeted us as "VIP's" when we checked in at the Sun
Lounge. Good job!
Thank you again and keep us in
mind for a cruise to the Caribbean maybe in September.
Enjoy your upcoming river
cruise, Liz
From: Charlene
Sent: Friday, April 10, 2015 2:41 PM
To:
marla@ssqq.com
Subject: Thanks
Marla,
Just want to say thanks for
planning our trip to Cabo. It was perfect!!! The hotel was
magnificent. We would definitely go again.
Charlene
From:
Tom
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2015 1:18 PM
To: Marla Archer
Subject: Thanks again!
Cabo! What a WONDERFUL PLACE!
I would recommend it to anyone.
First class food, drinks and
fun!
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Marla’s
Note: If your
travel plans don’t work into our group trips, I would love
to help you make your vacation dreams come true. Please feel
free to send an email or give me a call.
Marla
Archer
713 862-4428
marla@ssqq.com
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FIVE: Sneak Preview!!
11 Night Greek Isles & Adriatic Cruise on Celebrity’s
Constellation
September 8th, 2016
Don’t you think it’s about time we visit Venice!
I am
working diligently on getting this cruise write-up complete,
but for now, here are some of the highlights:
Embarks in
Rome
Port stops
at Amalfi Coast, Catania, Sicily, Athens, Santorini, and
Mykonos Greece, Kotor, Montenegro, Zadar, Croatia, Koper,
Slovenia
Disembarks in Venice
NOTE:
Group rates are $400 – $500 less than Celebrity’s prevailing
rate already!
Inside
Category 12 Deck 2 - $1419
Oceanview
Category 8 Deck 2 - $1619
Veranda Category 2B Deck 6, 8 and 9 - $2049
Veranda Category 2A Deck 7 - $2079
Concierge
Veranda C2 Deck 8 - $2369
As always,
all promotions available at time of booking can be added to
your reservation.
All past
Celebrity guests receive an automatic one category upgrade.
Space is limited for this one, so if you want to take
advantage of the lower fare, you will need to book early.
RCCL’s new pricing policy extends to Celebrity Cruises as
well.
A full
website write-up will be out soon.
I hope you
will join us as we continue to explore the world!
Marla
Archer
”SSQQ Travel”/West University Travel
713 862-4428 (direct line)
marla@ssqq.com
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