Got your 2012 winter vaction planned?

Hey there, time traveller!
This article was published 22/07/2011 (5221 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.

Jamaica, Bahamas, St. Thomas, St. Maarten, Cozumel – wouldn’t you love to beat the winter blues by cruising the Caribbean?

For the 7th straight year, justice reporter/national broadcaster/true crime author Mike McIntyre and his wife, Chassity, are proud to be hosting a tropical winter vacation to paradise.
AND YOU’RE INVITED TO COME ALONG!

As you’ll see below, the upcoming 15-day adventure – which sets sail Jan. 28, 2012 – looks to be the couple’s best one yet and will be on board the brand new Royal Caribbean “Oasis Of The Seas”, which is the largest cruise ship in the world.

But don’t wait too long to book – only 15 cabins are blocked off this year for the group and interest is already very high, especially with many cruisers from the first six trips coming back on board. The trip is also being promoted on Mike’s weekly national radio show. Journey’s Travel has also started weekly newspaper advertising.

As you likely know, signing on for a “group” cruise is simply a great way to get a better rate. Because the sponsor, Journey’s Travel, is buying in bulk, they can secure much better pricing then what an individual couple could get.As well, it’s a great way to experience new things with like-minded folks who may end up becoming good friends.

However, don’t think going with a group means you won’t get to chart your own adventure. You will have all the time in the world to do absolutely everything you like. There are no commitments whatsoever.

If you’d like to simply treat it as if you were just going by yourselves – yet taking advantage of the discounted group rate – there’s nothing wrong with that.If you’d like to hang out with some of the other Canadian cruisers in thE group, well, you’re more than welcome as well. In the past six years, Mike and Chassity usually ate dinners as a group and took in a few nightly theatre shows together. But with the exception of our on-board cocktail party, everyone has tended to go their own way the remainder of the time. It’s been a perfect mix of private time and socializing.

So, if you are thinking this would be a great way to getaway for a bit next winter, don’t hesitate! You can email Mike for more information (mike.mcintyre@freepress.mb.ca) or call Journeys Travel as soon as possible.

PHONE: 942-5000 in Winnipeg or toll-free at 1-800-859-6354. ASK FOR PAULA

ITINERARY:

FRIDAY JANUARY 27 – Fly to Fort Lauderdale, stay overnight

SATURDAY JANUARY 28 – Set sail on the Oasis Of The Seas and begin your adventure

SUNDAY JANUARY 29 – Port of call in Nassau, Bahamas

MONDAY JANUARY 30 – DAY AT SEA

TUESDAY JANUARY 31 – Port of call in Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 1 – Port of call in Philipsburg, St. Maarten

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 2 – DAY AT SEA

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 3 – DAY AT SEA

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 4 – Port of call in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 5 – DAY AT SEA

MONDAY FEBRUARY 6 – Port of call in Labadee, Royal Caribbean’s private island paradise.

TUESDAY FEBRUARY 7 – Port of call in Falmouth, Jamaica

WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 8 – DAY AT SEA

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 9 – Port of call in Cozumel, Mexico

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 10 – DAY AT SEA

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 11 – Return to land, depart ship, fly home from Fort Lauderdale.

PRICES: (Include return airfare, cruise, hotel in Fort Lauderdale, Florida night before cruise, all transfers, welcome aboard cocktail party, shipboard credit. Based on double occupancy.)

INSIDE STATEROOM – $2,759

OCEAN-VIEW STATEROOM – $2,999

BALCONY – $3,399

Taxes and Port Fees not included – $354.82. Deposit of $500 per person is due at booking.

Final payment due Oct. 31.

ABOUT THE SHIP:
Experience our most innovative and imaginative ship yet, Oasis of the Seas – where, for the first time ever, entertainment areas have become neighborhoods at sea. Find a revolutionary public space combining nature with nautical in our Central Park neighborhood, or old-world charm with a modern twist in the entertaining Boardwalk neighborhood. Visit the Pool and Sports Zone to explore an entire deck of pools, rockclimbing walls, basketball courts and more. And don’t forget the Youth Zone – where kids can be kids and parents can be worry-free. With a total of seven distinct onboard neighborhoods, everyone can discover a place for unique experiences.

Guests on Oasis of the Seas can now enjoy theDreamWorks Experience, adding another level of unbelievable adventure to our already incredible collection of onboard experiences for the whole family. The DreamWorks Experience lets you create unforgettable moments with your favorite characters from Shrek, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda and How to Train Your Dragon. Guests can pose for pictures with characters, interact with them during meals, laugh at their antics during parades and watch their movies in our new 3D theaters – all at no extra charge.
With 28 ultra-modern loft suites and 2,700 spacious staterooms, this 16-deck marvel proves that the impossible, is possible. You have to see it to believe it. Visit oasisoftheseas.com for the latest news, images, blog entries and more, or take a look at what’s happening on or take a look at what’s happening on the ship right now via our live webcam.

Thanks again for your interest.