********************************************************** ** TRIPFINDER NEWSLETTER ** ** ** ** AUGUST 1993 ** ********************************************************** TO BOOK ANY OF THE TRIPS DESCRIBED BELOW, SIMPLY CALL NETWORK TRAVEL SERVICES (214) 713-9121 (800) 252-7410 Guess what? Summer is almost over! And that means... school is going to start soon... the heat will begin to dissipate (we hope), and I am finally going to stop pushing Alaska-- at least until next until next season! But I do want to say that if you REALLY want to get in on the very lowest prices of the year...now's the time! This is it-- the final weeks and counting... the end of the season, and altho' availability is limited, the prices are as low as they get! Okay, it's out of my system. And now for something completely different... For those of you who may be asking yourselves, "As great and informative about travel as TripFinder is, why can't they give us some practical information re- garding travel safety tips?", your query will now be handled. The following tips are offered for your consideration by the New England Medical Center: Traveler's Health Service --(how's that for legi- timate?) --Before leaving home, make sure you have packed all necessary medi- cations. And ask your doctor for out-of-state referrals in case of emergency. (Bring along health insurance identification!) --Plan a daily route and stick with it. MEN: GET GOOD DIRECTIONS BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT. And don't drive if you are tired! --In the heat of summer, food poisoning is a real possibility. Be careful with packaging, especially those mayonnaise-based sand- wiches you're taking cross-country. And don't forget to bring plenty of water, especially in case of emergencies. (If Fido is traveling with you, please provide enough water for him, too!) --If you're traveling with kids, use the same good sense you have at home regarding poisons...i.e., keep the insect repellant away from them! (No, it won't keep them away from you, as much as they may BUG you!) (Sorry, I couldn't resist!) --Lastly, when hiking, beware of "Beaver Fever"-- and I don't mean watch out for the ladies! This is also known more indelicately as backpacker's diarrhea, from drinking the water from creeks, etc. Always boil or filter any suspect sources. Okay, now that your safety lecture has concluded, let's get back to the raison d'etre for our entire electronic relationship-- VACATION DEALS! ********************************************************** * THE 10 HOTTEST DEALS OF THE MONTH * ********************************************************** DEAL #1: Holland America Lines is offering up to 41% savings on its fall and winter sailings in the Caribbean through August! For example, you can sail on the luxurious Westerdam to the Eastern Caribbean for as little as $998 per person-- INCLUDING AIR!!! Only 2 dates when this extreme discount is available--November 27 & Decembr 4, so plan a week off NOW! DEAL #2: Like jazz? How about an incredible 10- or 11-day sailing from the Jazz Capital of the world-- New Orleans? How about a 2- for-1 deal? How about getting off work on either 10/13, 11/28 or 12/9 for this fabulous Holland America cruise? Prices start as low as $1145, cruise only... so how about calling up TripFinder and reserving your space TODAY? DEAL #3: Can't take off for that long, but really need to get away? Majesty Cruises is offering a wonderfully low $99 rate for all 3rd & 4th passengers on their 3-night sailings now through December 17! (Only $199 on their 4-night sailings through December 20!) So bring extra friends or family and get away! And speaking about family, Majesty has the Hanna Barbera characters on board, like Yogi Bear, Scooby-Doo & George Jetson (stir up any memories?) Your kids will have the time of their lives, and you'll enjoy the luxury of this fine, new upscale cruise ship! Air add-ons can be arranged, and certain dates may already be sold out, so please call right away! DEAL #4: Looking for a 7-night cruise, but the 3rd/4th person rate is prohibitive? Well, Royal Caribbean heard you! They, too, are offering a $99 rate, cruise only, for friends or family on all of their Western & Southern Caribbean sailings from September 5th through December 12th! Prices are based on availability, of course, call today and reserve your space! DEAL #5: The Love Boat wants you...and they are wooing you with ter- rific 50% savings on all of their Caribbean sailings, starting in October! Many cabin categories may be sold out already, but pick any week from October 16 to December 18, and TripFinder may be able to perform its magic and get you the cabin of your choice! DEAL #6: Before the Princess ships are firmly ensconced in the warm waters of the Caribbean for the winter, the ships are repositioning from Alaska. And these exciting itineraries, including Mexico and Transcanal, are being offered to TripFinder clients at 2-for-1 savings! Choose from 7 to 15 days, with prices as low as $640! DEAL #7: Another TripFinder/Network Travel Services exclusive-- a 2-for-1 Mediterranean sailing aboard the gorgeous, new CostaAllegra! We are featuring an incredible deal on either the 11-day Greece/ Turkey/Egypt October 19th cruise, or a 10-day Holy Land adventure, with prices starting as low as $1398 per person, cruise-only! DEAL #8: So you want to stay a little closer to home, and not spend quite so much time or money? Hey, no problem. How about a getaway to Puerto Vallarta for 3, 4 or 7 nights at the all-deluxe suite resort-- Hyatt Coral Grand? Prices range from $299 to $449, and include a $50-$100 beverage credit per room! And, if you live in or near Dallas, TX, prices INCLUDE ROUNDTRIP AIR! DEAL #9: Expand your mind on a cultural and exciting vacation to the ecological wonderland of Costa Rica! Pleasure Break is offering 5 different 7-night itineraries priced from $1049 including air! Some of the packages include cloud forest and volcano tours! DEAL #10: To heck with expanding your mind! You want to get away with the one you love for romance in the sun! Well, you're not only in love, you're in luck! Sandals, the #1 Couples-Only Resort, has extended it's "Ultimate Value" if you book anytime from now through September 30th! Save $255/couple off regular rates for bookings of 6 nights or longer at any of the Sandals resorts, inclu- ding their 2 newest properties in St. Lucia & Barbados! Some black- out dates exist, so call NTS to reserve your dates! ********************************************************** ** PARTING WORDS ** ********************************************************** Last month I mentioned some group deals available exclusively through NTS. This is your last chance to get in on the exciting Halloween Party Cruise on Royal Caribbean's party ship-- the Nordic Empress! We have inside and outside, double or quad cabins available, and prices INCLUDING AIR start as low as $620 per person! Hurry-- Deposits are due by the end of August. The ship leaves for 3 days on October 29.. don't let it sail without you! Big news! There is a new feature that TripFinder is offering-- a FREE fax service, which can bring you the latest and greatest deals to you on a WEEKLY basis! The service is free to all who have access to a fax machine, and the only cost is the phone toll! Simply call (214) 713-4024 and follow the simple instructions! If you like this service, let us know! Don't forget the comment section on the last page of the reservation form of TripFinder. We truly value your opinions, and we'll always strive for continued excellence in product and service! REMEMBER - YOU CAN BOOK ANY OF THESE TRIPS BY CALLING: NETWORK TRAVEL SERVICES (214) 713-9121 (800) 252-7410 END