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Specialty Travel, Inc.
885 N. Village Dr., #103
St.Petersburg, FL 33716

Local: 727-578-0015
Toll-Free: 800-255-3842
sales@specialtytravelinc.com

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EZ Pay - Our EZ PAY PLAN was developed so that our clients could plan their vacation a year, or longer out, and with our assistance be able to make monthly payments so that it is paid off in small monthly amounts rather then one huge payment at the end. There is no charge or interest for using this payment plan. We actually become part of our client's budget with this easy method of paying for their trip.

Share Program - Most trips may be purchased by individual travelers as well. On many occasions we may be able to assist clients that are in need of a roommate for a particular trip. If you travel alone many times you can pay as much as 200%.

Joan McCarty, MCC, MHKS, President / Owner, Travel Agent Advisory Board Member for Cruise Lines International Association, CLIA ,Dubai Specialist ,Costa Online Sales Training

Joan McCarty
- Master Cruise Counselor
- Master Hong Kong Specialist
- Travel Agent Advisory Board member for Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA).

Cruise Lines International Association, CLIA


WANT vs. NEED

Those of you that put your vacations on hold for 2009 are certainly making plans for 2010 and beyond. And, we are happy to be able to assist you.

Now that we are well into 2010 it’s time to take a look at what we are going to do going forward to give ourselves that break we need to recharge our batteries by getting away. The cruise lines will be shortly announcing their schedules through summer of 2011. That gives you plenty of time to take advantage of our EZ PAY PLAN and make monthly payments for your future trips. There are so many great ‘deals’ out there for 2010 as well. Whether you see it on our site or not we can get it for you. We are only a phone call away.

Some of the cruise lines are repositioning their ships so as to make it easier for you to drive to ports closer to your home. That saves you on the cost of airline tickets. Family cruises have become more popular then ever. With the pricing being so attractive and great childrens programs aboard the ships it is a win-win situation for everyone. Some even have either highly reduced or free cruises for the kids. We all know that if the kids aren’t happy, no one is happy. So let’s make the entire family happy!

If you belong to a non profit organization (must be a 501C3) and are looking for unique ways to raise funds we have the answer for you. We have become very involved in fund raising cruises. Everyone takes a vacation and we can assist you in turning that vacation into a very attractive fund raiser.

No matter where you may wish to cruise, we are here to assist you. Give us a call and let’s discuss where you may be interested in going to and make it a truly memorable cruise for you.

Bon Voyage,
Joan McCarty

Via Key West

Have you ever visited a special place in your travels, a place where you found unique items and wished you had purchased more while there? Well, for our Key West lovers we have a brand new site for you. www.viakeywest.com is a new and exciting site. Since it is a new site, it is regularly adding new Key West items on a regular basis. Join their mailing list. Great place to shop for special holiday gifts. I have the pleasure of knowing the creator of this site and her family very well. Any idea who that may be?
-- Joan McCarty

NCL

Andy Stuart Recently Andy Stuart was gracious enough to afford the travel agency community a very insightful interview. Andy has 21 years in the cruise industry with Norwegian Cruise Lines and is so proud and excited regarding their new Norwegian EPIC which is due to be

completed summer of 2010 (see article below). Andy refers to the EPIC as “a destination onto itself” with 20 restaurants, 20 bars and lounges, 6 swimming pools and hot tubs, an Aqua Park, a kids pool, 2 bowling alleys a rock climbing wall as well as a repelling wall and so much more. “This is the most exciting product out there” Andy said. Its seven day itinerary offers both eastern and western Caribbean with 3 ports of call in each. “Brand name entertainment such as BLUE MAN GROUP which is popular with a broad audience” is one of the many exciting shows Andy shared with us.

“The return of a private access area on the ship with both butler and concierge service is the Court Yard Villas” which is something the Andy was proud to talk about. “In addition is NCL’s Freestyle cruising which gives you flexibility and choice to eat where and when you want” When asked what Andy felt separates NCL from other cruise lines he said “the youngest fleet in the cruise industry, balcony rich ships, more relaxed atmosphere (no tuxedos), itineraries with well thought out shore experiences in addition to the onboard experience with great enhancement programs, food and wine tasting and the ability to learn how to make sushi should you like”

Specialty is proud to offer you the Norwegian EPIC for an early December sailing to the Eastern Caribbean. It’s a great early holiday gift for you and your family. Join us.

Are you a member of a group or organization that is looking to do a fund raising event? Are you a 501C3? We may have just the answer to assisting you in raising funds. Call us for details.

The ruling regarding PASSPORT regulations is changing rapidly. We attempt to quote the most accurate information when we speak with you. However, we strongly suggest that you go to our Passport Information page and you will see a live connection to the State Department with the latest info regarding passports.
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