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Shepherd Tire, Inc.
By Acme Termite & Pest Control December 06, 2012
We wouldn't be able to do what we do without Shepherd Tire. They are honest, dependable, reasonable and keep our vehicles on the road. ...read more
Sabal Palm Limousine
By David4236 August 09, 2012
Great service. The driver was on time, was very nice and helpful. We needed a car seat for a baby and it was pre-installed as per our request. The price was fair. Very recommended. ...read more
Bruce's Taxi Service Co.
By AirExperts June 01, 2012
the worse cab service around! your better off walking! ...read more
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Cruising!! One of the BEST vacation values. More bang for the buck!
Taking a cruise is now one of the hottest vacations around. Why? Because cruising is one of a great vacation values available. You pay for your cabin and all the food you can eat for 3, 4 7, days or longer, of luxurious pampering before you leave on your cruise. That alone should put your mind at ease. Think about it. Not only don't you have to worry about keeping enough money for lunch or dinner on your fourth or fifth day of the vacation, but you don't have to worry about trying to find a place to dine. There are a several choices for dining when you are cruising. On most of the large ships there are a multitude of restaurants to choose from. You can go casual, formal or just have pizza or hot dogs. And don't forget that there is always room service - 24 hours a day. Picture having your breakfast brought to your room, sitting on your balcony, and dining alfresco while you arrive in a new port. This is quite an exciting way to start your day no matter where you are arriving. Some people shy away from using this great vacation outlet because they are afraid they will get bored or feel confined while they are having a day at sea. Nothing could be farther from the truth. There are activities all day, every day that cater to everyone's interest. And the best part of that is, if you want to play bridge and your spouse wants to do aerobics, your both free to do what ever you like and meet up later for a margarita or rum punch at the pool. Now all of the ships have children's programs so that the kids can go off with other children in their age group, (with youth counselors), and you don't have to worry about them or if they are having fun. These aspects afford everyone a good time without anyone feeling guilty. Another bonus to cruising is that you get to visit multiple destinations. If you cruise the Caribbean you will go to several islands, depending on the length of the cruise. At night while you are sleeping peacefully in your bed, the captain and crew are taking you to a new exotic location for you to explore the next day. If you cruise in Europe (after you have flown to the port of embarkation) you will find yourself in whole new countries from one day to the next. For example, if you cruise the Baltic, you will be visiting Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Russia and either Croatia or Estonia. If you choose to cruise Asia, some ports you will visit are Viet Nam, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong and even China. You could never cover this many places on a land tour or at resorts. If you tried to, you'd run yourself and your family ragged. And, yes, European Cruises are great for families too. What better gift could you give a teenage son or daughter then to introduce them to other cultures and countries? Right here, I want to dispel any fears that you would have that Cruising is for the "newly wed or nearly dead". It is simply not true anymore. On cruises we have taken over the holidays, many families do reunions that include Grandparents, Children, Great Grandchildren, Aunts and Uncles. What better way to spend the holidays then with your family on a vacation that will cater to everyone's needs and tastes. You should know, that if enough of your family reserves cabins, you can ask for a discount, particularly if over five cabins are booked (in travel agent lingo that's a Group Rate). ...read more
By Everlasting Adventures Travel Agency August 31, 2010
Do I need a passport to go on a cruise??
Don't think you can take a cruise because you don't have a passport?! THINK AGAIN! Many U.S. citizens on a Caribbean cruise, Alaska cruise or Mexican cruise will not be required to have a passport if their cruise is sailing a closed loop itinerary. As of June 1, 2009, the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) was fully implemented, enforcing stricter passport requirements. But there is one loophole for cruise passengers. Cruise lines such as Royal Caribbean state on their website that U.S. citizens on closed loop cruises will be able to enter or depart the United States with just a birth certificate (original or certified copy) and a laminated government issued picture ID, denoting photo, name and birth date. Here's what cruise passengers need to know. What is a Closed Loop Cruise? A closed loop cruise is one that begins and ends at the same port in the United States. Initially, the definition of closed loop came from the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI), but this term has been refined for cruising. Closed loop cruises are defined as U.S. based cruises with itineraries that both originate and terminate in the United States. But these cruises must be returning from contiguous territories or adjacent islands. What are Contiguous Territories? Countries that share a border with the United States are considered contiguous territories, such as Canada and Mexico. For example, an Alaska cruise that sails roundtrip out of Seattle would not require passengers to present a passport, because it visits only Alaska and Canada (a contiguous territory). The same rule applies for a Mexican Riviera cruise that departs from Los Angeles and finishes in Los Angeles. Which are Considered Adjacent Islands? Most of the Caribbean islands are considered adjacent by definition. A more comprehensive list can be found on the U.S. Customs and Border Protection website. Basically, a Caribbean cruise that originates and terminates in the same U.S. port, such as Miami, is not required to present a passport if the cruise is returning from any of these adjacent islands. Cruises Where a Passport is Required A passport or other approved document is required for cruises which begin in one U.S. port and return to a different U.S. port. For example, if a cruise starts in Seattle and ends in Seward, Alaska, a passport is required. A passport is required for cruises that begin or end in a foreign port. For example, if an Alaska cruise begins or ends in Vancouver, a passport is required. A passport is required for all cruises where an international flight needs to be taken since all international air travel requires a passport. A passport is also required if the cruise itinerary visits ports that are not contiguous territories such as Costa Rica, Belize or Panama (neither of these share a border with the U.S.). This rule also applies even when the port of embarkation and disembarkation are the same U.S. port, in the case of some Panama Canal cruises. Cruise lines such as Royal Caribbean advise that guests who do not possess the proper documentation may be prevented from boarding their flight or ship or by entering a country, and may be subject to fines. Most cruise lines will not give refunds to individuals who fail to bring proper ID. I'll bet you just discovered that you can go afterall!! :) ...read more
By Everlasting Adventures Travel Agency August 31, 2010
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By Bonvayage1000 travel center. August 02, 2010