Tuesday, July 7, 2009

Royal Caribbean Cruise lines create Super Ship "Oasis of the seas"Also known as Project Genesis


Wow Royal Caribbean Cruise lines has created a ship twice the size of the Titanic, to some its a dream come true, to others it's a waste of gas but to me its my next vacation this summer. The length of this boat is an earthshattering 400 metres long almost half a kilometre and with amenities such as
-Zip Lines, Largest pool on a ship in the world, 2 rock climbing walls, 50 different resteraunts, Royal Promenade with the same amount of stores as the Oshawa mall, A bar the moves up and down like an elevator between floors, an Art gallery, Fitness centres twice as large as the last ship's gym's, A spa and a youth spa devoted for teens (sweet), the Vitality Café (healthy selections including smoothies, snacks and entrées), 4 pools and 10 whirlpools, there are also several vantage points of Central Park from the pool areas, the Sports Pool, is used for lap swimming in the morning and water sports by afternoon, such as volleyball and pool jousting. The Beach Pool is intended to have a beach theme and feeling, with colorful umbrellas and a sloped entry. The H20 Zone is larger than the Freedom Class H20 Zone, and features a giant octopus, its tenticles feature a current pool, wading area, toddler-friendly area, and many other water features. There is also the traditional main pool, it is surrounded by cabanas and the largest amount of sunbeds and chaise lounges on any cruise liner. There are 3 bars in the pool areas: the pool bar, the beach bar and the mast bar, basketball, two flowriders (which is a surfing simulator), two rock walls, "oasis dunes" mini-golf, and a zipline that glides across the boardwalk, The Entertainment Place will be accesible by dramatic stairs from the Royal Promenade. This central plaza of entertainment combines some of the traditional dramatic spaces with smaller, more intimate venues and allows guests to choose from a wider variety of entertainment each evening than on any other ship. Entertainment Place occupies a central location and acts as a crossroads to many of the ship’s feature entertainment and amenities. It hosts venues including Dazzles (theme night dancing), Studio B, Jazz on 4, the Comedy Club, Casino Royale, and the Opal Theater.The Entertainment Place will feature Studio B, RCTV studio and ice skating rink like the Voyager and Freedom classes. It also will feature a larger Casino Royale, the Opal Theater (main theater), Blaze (disco), Jazz on 4 (jazz club), Comedy Live (comedy theater), and Dazzles (which will transform every evening to match the theme of that evening and it will include dance lessons, dance competitions, and a beautiful view of The Boardwalk below, And over 3000 rooms available.
This ship is an amazing experience and if you ever get a chance to go on a cruise, go on this one
THANK GOD FOR ROYAL CARIBBEANWow Royal Caribbean Cruise lines has created a ship twice the size of the Titanic, to some its a dream come true, to others it's a waste of gas but to me its my next vacation this summer. The length of this boat is an earthshattering 400 metres long almost half a kilometre and with amenities such as
-Zip Lines, Largest pool on a ship in the world, 2 rock climbing walls, 50 different resteraunts, Royal Promenade with the same amount of stores as the Oshawa mall, A bar the moves up and down like an elevator between floors, an Art gallery, Fitness centres twice as large as the last ship's gym's, A spa and a youth spa devoted for teens (sweet), the Vitality Café (healthy selections including smoothies, snacks and entrées), 4 pools and 10 whirlpools, there are also several vantage points of Central Park from the pool areas, the Sports Pool, is used for lap swimming in the morning and water sports by afternoon, such as volleyball and pool jousting. The Beach Pool is intended to have a beach theme and feeling, with colorful umbrellas and a sloped entry. The H20 Zone is larger than the Freedom Class H20 Zone, and features a giant octopus, its tenticles feature a current pool, wading area, toddler-friendly area, and many other water features. There is also the traditional main pool, it is surrounded by cabanas and the largest amount of sunbeds and chaise lounges on any cruise liner. There are 3 bars in the pool areas: the pool bar, the beach bar and the mast bar, basketball, two flowriders (which is a surfing simulator), two rock walls, "oasis dunes" mini-golf, and a zipline that glides across the boardwalk, The Entertainment Place will be accesible by dramatic stairs from the Royal Promenade. This central plaza of entertainment combines some of the traditional dramatic spaces with smaller, more intimate venues and allows guests to choose from a wider variety of entertainment each evening than on any other ship. Entertainment Place occupies a central location and acts as a crossroads to many of the ship’s feature entertainment and amenities. It hosts venues including Dazzles (theme night dancing), Studio B, Jazz on 4, the Comedy Club, Casino Royale, and the Opal Theater.The Entertainment Place will feature Studio B, RCTV studio and ice skating rink like the Voyager and Freedom classes. It also will feature a larger Casino Royale, the Opal Theater (main theater), Blaze (disco), Jazz on 4 (jazz club), Comedy Live (comedy theater), and Dazzles (which will transform every evening to match the theme of that evening and it will include dance lessons, dance competitions, and a beautiful view of The Boardwalk below, And over 3000 rooms available.
This ship is an amazing experience and if you ever get a chance to go on a cruise, go on this one
THANK GOD FOR ROYAL CARIBBEAN











Saturday, July 4, 2009

How to avoid Disney World Scams

Anytime you have a destination as popular as Disney World you are going to find those who try to illegally profit from its good name. These scam artists know how badly parents want to take their kids to Disney and they use this innocent desire to prey on them. Luckily the Disney company is always on the lookout for fraudulent offenders, and they are quick to prosecute anyone involved in suspicious behavior. That being said, you should still familiarize yourself with the common traps that are used on Orlando tourists.
Bait and SwitchNot necessarily a scam as much as a colossal waste of time is the timeshare salesmen who offer discounted tickets to Disney World in return for listening to their pitches. While it may sound like a small price to pay for tickets that are either free or heavily discounted, it simply is not worth it. The bottom line is these timeshare seminars can run between four to six hours long and the pressure to buy is overwhelming. You are much better off enjoying your time with the family instead of wasting it in a hotel conference room.
Fake TicketsEvery year Disney goes through great lengths to insure their park tickets are difficult to copy, but there will always be someone with the technology to give it a try. This is why it so important to buy from a reputable source. Beyond the Disney website you can also buy tickets at Orlando tourist information stops and reputable travel agencies like AAA. Take the time to familiarize yourself with how a real ticket should look. If you have any doubts then hold back until you find a vendor you can trust.
Contract TermsAnother thing to be cautious of is the contractual terms of your vacation package. Some sneaky agencies will include ridiculous payment terms in their contracts that are difficult to manage. What happens is some people will miss a deposit or payment and their entire vacation will be cancelled without refund. The vendors lure unsuspecting buyers in with cheap prices and offer an “easy payment plan” that is designed to confuse or trick them. Since the packages are sold at a loss, the goal is to get you to miss a payment so they can keep your money and cancel the reservations. This typically only happens with discount vendors like those you find on eBay. Again, make sure you understand the complete terms of the sale before making the purchase.
Fake CouponsYou will find hundreds of opportunities to buy Orlando coupon books while you are planning your vacation. They claim that by spending $25 to $50 on the coupons you will save hundreds of dollars. The problem is that most of the discounts are valid during the peak tourism season or else they are only good at second-rate hotels and restaurants. The fact is that you shouldn’t have to pay for coupons. Just do your homework before traveling to find the best deals available during the season you will be visiting Disney World.
These are just a few of the scams you will find targeted to Disney vacationers. Since thieves and con artists are always testing new methods you should be leery of any deal that is too good to be true. The simplest way to avoid getting taken is by buying through agencies you trust. This isn’t limited to just Disney as there are plenty of travel agencies and online suppliers that have solid reputations. Just be sure to do your research before handing over your credit card.

Sunday, June 21, 2009

Cayman Scuba Trip Reccomendations/Tips



Ok I'm going to be brutally honest, any Cayman Scuba Trip is going to be expensive but it is worth it if you are looking for some world class diving. I am going to recommend a few choices in accommodation




ACCOMMODATIONS




Ok I am going to list a few resorts that I think have good quality




1.Compass Point Dive Resort: Great operation, Great Suites, Ok Value, Great Location




Hotel Room Amenities:




Compass Point Dive Resort offers 27 guestrooms. Amenities in kitchens include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include jetted tubs, bathrobes, and hair dryers. All guestrooms offer balconies. Other amenities include DVD players and air conditioning. Services include housekeeping




Resort Amenities:




-Dive Shop (On Site)


- Pool


- Beach Front


- Bike Rental


- Barbecue


- Hammocks


- 3 Dive Boats


- Scuba Rentals




Final Rating- I would rate this resort 4 1/2 stars








2. Cobalt Coast:Good Operation, Great Rooms, Good Value, Great Location




Hotel Room Amenities:



Cable/Satellite TV
Premium bedding
Climate control
Air conditioning
Internet access - dial-up
Direct-dial phone
Refrigerator
Coffee/tea maker
Housekeeping
Extra towels/bedding
Private bathroom
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Alarm clock
Desk
Washer/dryer
Non-smoking rooms
Roll away Beds




Resort Amenities:




Cobalt Coast Dive Resort features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar or lounge. Amenities include complimentary breakfast and complimentary parking. This George Town property also offers a garden and business services. The property has a front desk available during limited hours.




Final Rating- I would rate this resort 4 1/2 stars








The Reef Resort:Great Operation, Ok Rooms, Good Value, Good Location






Hotel Amenities:



Internet access - wireless
Cable/satellite TV
Ceiling fan
Air conditioning
Access via exterior corridors
Blackout drapes/curtains
Climate control
Voice mail
Internet access - surcharge
Internet access - dial-up
Refrigerator
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Wake-up calls
Housekeeping
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Child care (in room, surcharge)
Electronic/magnetic keys
Clock radio
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Television
Rollaway beds
Cribs (infant beds) available




Resort Amenities:




A 1,600-foot beach provides ample room for enjoying the surroundings of this lovely Grand Cayman property; sunbathing is a popular pastime among guests of The Reef Resort, with coral heads right off the beach for snorkeling.
One pool complex comprises two rock-lined free-form pools with a children's pool between and an eight-person spa tub. One pool measures 75 feet long and is bordered by a rock waterfall. The other measures 40 feet and features an infinity edge. A second pool complex comprises an 80-foot-long free-form pool and a six-person spa tub.




Final Rating- I would rate this resort 4 stars












Blog Summary and Intro

Welcome to my travel review blog....let me tell you one thing before you leave the page


I travel alot and am very adventurous (Skiing, Scuba Diving, Rock Climbing, Windsurfing, Lounging on the Beach and more) I can tell you so much about the travel destinations you wont need anything else, I have been to 15 different countries and will be going to many more here is a list of the countries:


1.Canada

2.USA

3.England

4.Scotland

5.France

6.Switzerland

7.Holland

8.Luxembourg

9.Cayman Islands

10.Dominican Republic

11.San Juan

12.St Maarten/St Marten

13.Haiti

14.Bahamas

15.Italy


All of which I have been pleasure vacations (as opposed to work)


Here is a pic of me scuba diving