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Honeymoon Planning??
1/27/201011:13:58 AM Link 0 comments | Add comment
We want to share with you a copy our blog post with www.thebrideandgroom.com - Jan10. Great info for all honeymoon couples! Be sure to let us know when we can get started helping you with YOUR dream honeymoon!
Everyone has a “picture” in their mind of the what the perfect honeymoon should look like! Making that honeymoon dream a reality is the ultimate goal. At All Points Travel, we have spent years gaining knowledge and firsthand experience with destinations and resort/cruise companies. We also listen to our clients as to what amenities are important to them as well as feedback from honeymoons taken. Here are our TOP 5 most requested honeymoon destinations and our top resort recommendations …
· #1 – The Mayan Riviera, Mexico – Based on overall quality, value, and convenience, the all-inclusive resort options along the Mayan Riviera provide some of the most romantic honeymoon choices! OUR FAVORITE HONEYMOON RESORT(S) – El Dorado Royale and El Dorado Casitas Royale! Adults only, all-inclusive, 5-star rooms and food, in-room Jacuzzis, outstanding service, beautiful oceanfront location. This is a hidden gem that gives honeymooners a very romantic spot for honeymoon bliss!· #2 – The Caribbean Islands – In the Caribbean you will find some the world’s most exotic and secluded beach areas also offering high quality, adults only, all-inclusive resorts. Air schedules and high prices to some islands may lessen the options for some couples, but great values can be found especially on the island of Jamaica. OUR FAVORITE HONEYMOON RESORT(S) – Sandals and Royal Plantation Resorts! By far the most inclusive of any resort chain and their “couples only” atmosphere makes these resorts the perfect honeymoon spot! There are several resorts and a range of room categories and pricing to choose from.· #3 – Cruising – Cruising offers not only high quality, partially inclusive accommodations, but the relaxing feel of being at sea as well as the high paced action of port activities. Cruising is not for everyone, however. If you are affected at all by motion sickness, this could be a factor on any cruise you choose. OUR FAVORITE HONEYMOON CRUISE LINE – Princess Cruises! Offering the utmost combination of high quality accommodations, food, entertainment, and port experiences.· #4 – Hawaii – The most popular vision for honeymoons, Hawaii offers some of the world’s most breathtaking beaches and scenery. While there are many options for accommodations in Hawaii, one must choose their resort well to be sure the quality is up to par! There are no all-inclusive options in Hawaii, so the added expense of eating and playing must be taken into budget consideration. OUR FAVORITE HONEYMOON RESORT(S) – Turtle Bay Resort on the North Shore of Oahu! Fairmont Kea Lani on Maui!· #5 – Honeymooning Close to Home – Because of budget and/or time constraints, you may find that choosing an option close to home is best. Even if a lavish honeymoon is not an option, we always recommend that couples take at least one or two nights to escape to a special hotel or resort to capture the “honeymoon experience” immediately following the wedding. OUR FAVORITE CLOSE TO SLC OPTIONS – The Blue Boar Inn in Midway! Silver King Lodge in Park City! The Cliff Lodge at Snowbird! Grand America in Salt Lake City! If you have a little more time or budget, there are awesome options within driving distance of Salt Lake City such as Las Vegas, San Diego, Jackson Hole, and Lake Tahoe.Remember to plan as far in advance as possible for the best travel deals and availability. Consulting with an experienced travel agent will not only help you with information about the destinations you are considering, but will very possibly save you money as well! You have a world of possibilities … now to find the one that will beat your budget and exceed your expectations!Our Facebook Link
9/15/200912:18:27 PM Link 2 comments | Add comment
See ... we really are getting this technical stuff down slowly!! Here is our Link not included with the previous blog entry!
All Points Travel (Utah) is Now on FACEBOOK!
9/15/200912:11:02 PM Link 0 comments | Add comment
We have started (slowly) to become part of the social networking age! We are excited to announce out new FACEBOOK PAGE ... All Points Travel (Utah). We hope that you will become a FAN and watch for our posts daily with the latest specials and news!!
Angie Just Returned from the Riviera Maya Visiting Karisma Resorts!
6/22/20093:46:18 PM Link 0 comments | Add comment
Posted By: Angie / All Points Travel Agent
I just returned from a wonderful business trip in Cancun, Mexico!I attended the Karisma Resorts for site inspections and Destination Wedding Training. It was incredible!Karisma currently has the following resorts:El Dorado Royale, El Dorado Seaside Suites, El Dorado MoromaAzul Beach Hotel,Azul Sensatori, Azul Fives, and Hidden Beach.Each resort is unique in its own way.The Azul properties cater to familiesand offer Fisher Price amenities so moms do not need to pack a thing other then diapersand clothes for the kids! They offer free of charge: monitors, cribs, high chairs, strollers, toys, baby bath robes, etc.It is absolutely wonderful for traveling parents to pack so lightly!The El Dorado resorts cater to adults and couples. Each resort is very upscale, romantic, quiet, and have numerousroom categories to choose from. At Seaside suites we enjoyed a barbeque on the beach where we donnedaprons and chef hats and each table had a specific duty to fulfill. I learned to make the meanest “Mojito"! Yum!Each of the resorts hosts unique and very personalized destination weddings! Getting married in Mexico can be a bit tricky to say the least ... All Points Travel and Karisma Resorts work hard to make the process as easy as possible! Be sure to call us for information about the beautiful wedding programs available with El Dorado and Azul properties ... I can't wait to tell you about the Sky Wedding option!My experience was delightful and would highly recommend each and every one of these resorts!Mexico is back and is still the place to vacation! So call us and plan your vacation soon! All Points Travel is still the ONLY PREFERRED AGENCY FOR KARISMA RESORTS in Utah!Check out OUR PHOTO GALLERIES for pictures of these incredible resorts!AngieNew Adventure Travel Specialist!!
5/18/20093:03:12 PM Link 2 comments | Add comment
- Christel's Adventure Travel
All Points Travel is so excited to introduce our new agent, Christel Sysak, who specializes in ADVENTURE TRAVEL! She has travelled the globe and has been booking active, adventure trips for over 23 years. If you are looking to hike or trek in Africa ... South America ... the Himalayas ... or even experience the Icelandic Volcano Trek, you don't want to book any where else!! Check out her dedicated website with sample trip itineraries and pricing at www.csadventuretravel.net and be sure to give Christel a call at our office to get to work on your next big adventure!
Dreaming of a Beach Wedding? Let's Make It a Reality!!
1/5/200910:21:44 PM Link 2 comments | Add comment
Our agents agree, one of our most favorite parts of planning travel is helping couples plan the PERFECT Honeymoon or Destination Wedding! If you are engaged and have begun the process of planning the many details of your wedding ... consider the ease, relaxation, and many possibilities of getting married at your honeymoon destination! There are many resort options that now offer professional wedding coordinators right on site and beautiful ceremony options that are ... are you sitting down? ... FREE! That's right, the wedding is actually included in the cost of your trip in many cases! Sandals and Beaches Resorts got it right when they coined the phrase WEDDINGMOON - Where the cost of your honeymoon also pays for the wedding! A destination wedding can save a lot of time, money, and headache. The planning is hassle free ... the execution a breeze ... the experience is beyond words ... and the money saved from investing in a large wedding event can be put to use somewhere else! We have wedding opportunities for those that are traveling with just the bride and groom as well as those that need options where family and friends can tag along.There are now destination weddings to fit almost every budget. Check out the resorts in our Bahamas, Caribbean, and Mexico photo galleries (almost all have wonderful wedding programs!). Whether it includes your wedding or just your honeymoon plans, please don't leave the details of one of the most important trips you'll ever take in the hands of some random online discount website. Please let one of our professional, experienced agents personally help you find the memories of a lifetime! - Your All Points Travel Staff, Jan 09 -
COME SEE US AT THE BRIDAL SHOWCASE (SLC / SALT PALACE - JAN 9, 10) OR AT THE WEDDING FESTIVAL (SLC / SOUTH TOWNE EXPO CENTER - JAN 30, 31)! See you there!
Traveling the Way You Want on a Tighter Budget ...
1/2/20099:45:24 PM Link 0 comments | Add comment
The current economic downturn is affecting everyone. Many of our clients are finding themselves on a tighter budget than in years past. So, how to still travel while being more conservative with your spending?? Here are a few tips ...
(1) Keep your standard of quality the same, shorten your stay by a night or two.
(2) Try to travel during off-peak dates. Typically rates and airfares are at their highest during christmas/new year's break and winter season from Valentine's to Easter. Call your All Points Travel agent for seasonality recommendations for your particular type of trip or destination.
(3) Consider staying closer to home! All Points Travel can help with recommendations for fun and high quality options for a drive or short flight from your home city. Staying closer to home can minimize your transportation costs and make the most of a shorter trip without sacrificing quality.
(4) Keep in touch with your travel agent for current promotions. Travel agents have access to all of the specials you may see advertised PLUS several wholesale options that are only sold through travel agencies. All Points Travel is committed to finding the best available price for your plans!
(5) If you are nervous about booking now for a trip that may not happen for several months, consider packages that offer "cancel for any reason" trip insurance. The small add-on cost of the insurance will give you the peace of mind of knowing you can cancel later and get the package price refunded if your circumstances change. Be aware, however, that NOT all insurance policies are "cancel for any reason"! Be sure to know the terms and conditions of the policy you are purchasing. Your All Points Travel agent will know what options are available with this feature.
Be sure you are subscribed to receive our newsletter and periodic emails with current promotions. And, let your All Points Travel agent know what you are thinking for future plans so we keep you advised of promotions and sales that come available! With the recent decrease in fuel costs and the downturn in travel spending, we are seeing many of our preferred properties and destinations announcing discounts and special offers. It IS still possible to take that dream vacation ... let us help you find the way. - Your All Points Travel Staff, Jan 09 -
