Travel
Like The
"Rich and Famous. . ."
Discover How A Pauper
Travels Like A King!
Sweep Her Off Her Feet with a
Last Minute Cruise!
by: Lori Wilkerson
Finding the perfect gift for the woman you love
can be difficult,
especially when the occasion warrants something really special. May we
suggest surprising her with something that’s sure to delight her,
something that she’ll never guess? Book a last minute cruise and whisk
her away for a weekend or a week of romance on the high seas! It’s the
ultimate vacation for two, and one she’ll remember for a lifetime.
In fact, a last minute cruise is the height of
romance – a
grand gesture that has everything that a great romance needs – sunshine
filled days, moonlit nights, fine dining, dancing, pampering, glamour
and exotic locales. Doesn’t it sound like the perfect gift for her?
There’s nothing as romantic as a cruise for those
special moments
A cruise vacation is a great way to tell her you’d
marry her all
over again with three or more days of luxury, relaxation and pampering.
And with last minute deals, you’ll have plenty left over to buy her
something special at one of the great shops at your destination,
whether it’s the Caribbean, Mexico or the South Pacific.
Thinking of proposing? Check into booking a last
minute cruise,
tell her to pack for a long weekend, and then sail into the sunset with
her on a luxury liner. After a day of sunning on golden sandy beaches,
snorkeling in pristine coastal waters and fabulous seafood, you can pop
the question on the deck while a million stars reflect off cool waters.
Last minute booking means savings that you can use
to set the
scene perfectly. Chilled champagne, soft music, roses…whatever you want
to make the evening special. Cruise ships are considered the height of
luxury living for good reason – they cater to the wishes of every
passenger, so let the captain know when boarding that this is going to
be a special trip – he’ll be sure to see that everything is perfect for
you!
Silver and golden anniversaries are also wonderful
reasons to
book a last minute cruise. If you’ve raised the children and have an
empty nest, it’s even easier to get away for a sea voyage, and with the
great discounts you can get by booking a last minute cruise, you can
extend your trip to by several days for the same price. In fact, for
the cost of what would normally be a three to four day cruise, you may
be able to whisk your darling away for a week to ten days of ocean
breezes, scrumptious food and wines and fabulous scenery!
Last minute cruise bargains surround you in luxury
There’s something so romantic about not worrying
about your
wallet when you’re romancing your fiancée or wife, isn’t there?
With so
many things to do on a cruise, the two of you will certainly want to
try lots of things, and having saved so much on the cruise itself, you
can splurge on some great extras. Some of the wonderful vacation
activities you can enjoy together on these ultimate vacations aboard
ship are:
Fine dining in world-class restaurants
Las Vegas style shows
Gambling in the ship’s casinos
Dancing to live bands
Moonlight strolls around the deck
Luxurious day spa treatments
The romance of just the right destination
The cruise is a vacation in itself, but the
romance starts all
over again when your ship docks at your destination. Whether you choose
the Caribbean, Mexico or the South Pacific, you will discover that
discounts abound on shore as well. These popular vacation spots offer
fabulous deals from local artisans and crafters for you to take home
with you.
Seafood and tasty local fare are inexpensive,
exotic
indulgences for both of you to share. Spend the afternoon wrapped up
together in a hammock swinging in a tropical breeze under palm trees
and you’ll realize that a last minute cruise may be the greatest
getaway you can give your loved one – what’s more romantic than an
unexpected, grand gesture wrapped in warm, salt breezes and golden
sunsets and delivered in ultimate luxury?
Trying something you’ve never done before can be a
powerful
bonding experience, and any cruise vacation provides the ultimate
choice of new activities to try. Snorkeling, parasailing, windsurfing,
rock climbing and scuba are just a few activities that you could try as
a couple that will become cherished memories.
How do I pull off a last minute cruise surprise?
Check out the destinations, rates and departures
for several
different cruises, and then get ready to move quickly. Booking last
minute cruises can net you big vacation discounts, but the spaces
available fill up quickly, so you should get in the mindset that you
need to make a decision fairly quickly if you spot the perfect trip.
There are a few things you’ll want to take care of
before you
spring your romantic surprise on her so that she won’t have to spend
the few weeks leading up to her departure worrying. Once you have a few
dates picked out, put them on hold if possible and start making some
phone calls:
Contact her boss and explain that you would
like
to arrange a few of her vacation days if possible. Explain that it is a
surprise and ask him or her to keep the secret.
Talk to her best friend to find out if any
appointments are necessary. Will she want a pedicure a few days before
leaving? Set one up.
Let her parents in on the secret as well, but
swear them to secrecy, too.
Arrange for any pet care needed, including
boarding of dogs or cats if necessary.
If
you have children, make the arrangements for them to stay with their
grandparents or friends and swear them to secrecy. This will be the
toughest sell – kids have trouble with big secrets, but try!
Check her date book – if she has made any
appointments or plans that will need to be rearranged, call and explain
that you are planning a surprise trip, and that she may be calling
later to cancel at the last minute. This will soften the news when she
does call later to cancel her appointments.
Get ready for some romantic days and nights on
your last minute cruise that you won’t soon forget!
About The Author
Lori Wilkerson is a full-time freelance writer who
loves her job
because it gives her the opportunity to learn more about the world
every day. Right now, she knows a little bit about almost everything,
and a lot about last minute cruise, cruise discounts, and cruise deals.
Lori once led a Conga line to the tune, “Hot, Hot, Hot,” throughout an
entire cruise ship sailing to Nassau. More cruise articles at www.discount-cruise.biz
Todays Travel Tip
Most people would say that overbooking is an evil of the airlines.
You can however use this to your advantage. If you get to your
flights early you can voluntary to be bumped and get discounted
flights, meal vouchers, option to not travel and obtain a refund,
hotel accommodation, or ground transportation. This book goes
into greater detail on how to use overbooking to your advantage. Check back tomorrow for
another tip.
P.S.
If you have ever wanted to travel like the "rich and famous," here is
your opportunity. The Pauper's Secret Confessions alone, are
worth 10 times the cost of this book. Never take another trip
without being prepared!
