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Summer 2016 KEEPING POSTED Seventy Fourth Edition Make Travel Memories Where are We Going? From the Presidents Desk Making Travel Memories Meredith McCleary is once again leading a trip to South and East Africa. Great way to see Africa if this will be your first time! Contact Meredith for more information. Only 2 spaces left! [email protected] 954-484-5773 We don’t plan on making memories…it just happens. It started in 1980 on my first trip to Kenya with A&K and our guide, Ambrose Gachui. His passion for his country, his animals, his people has brought me back again and again and I can remember every minute of that 12 day trip. My first real cruise, from Bangkok to Bali was on a cruise line long gone. But the captain, who introduced us all to the “green flash”, the crew, the food, the ports, are forever imprinted on my mind, a smiling memory. Seeing the Taj Mahal from the window of the Oberoi on both my birthday and my anniversary, realizing it is a testament to love, on that year, in that place, on those days, will never be forgotten. However, the best memories of all came full circle, when I traveled with my children and grandchildren, back to Kenya and met Ambrose at the Mount Kenya Safari Club. So I guess we are right, we don’t plan on making memories, they sneak up on us with the retelling and sharing of our journeys. Isn’t it time you started yours? Join Africa specialist Sylvia Berman as she visits South Africa and Victoria Falls departing August 27th returning September 12th. Learn about the past and future of this country. Start in Johannesburg, continue to Victoria Falls then Kruger National Park ending in the beauty of Cape Town. Price includes lodging, gratuities, intra-Africa flights and most meals. Call Sylvia for specifics-954-966-7690 [email protected] Upcoming Events Virtuoso Travel Week August 5 - 12, 2016 Bellagio - Las Vegas, Nevada Post Haste Travel is once again headed to our annual pilgrimage to shop for the best travel in the world. As a member of Virtuoso, the number one luxury travel network globally, our advisors will meet with travel suppliers, tourism boards, cruise line executives and more, spending 7 days in training, meetings, more training and meetings, and celebrating our new found knowledge, then bring it all back to share with you! ~~~~~~~~~~ Virtuoso Voyages Hosted Cruise 10 Night - Arabian Gulf & Emirates Voyage 2016 Sail Date: Monday, October 24 For more information or to make a reservation contact: Jan Hammond 954-966-7690 ~~~~~~~~~~ Virtuoso Chairmans’ Event Paris, France Sylvia Berman and Grace DeVita have been invited to join Matthew Upchurch, Chairman and CEO of the Virtuoso network, on his annual celebration of the top 50 agenices in the Virtuoso network. This year we will be traveling to Paris, visiting different destinations in and around Paris. ~~~~~~~~~~ Meet The Office Africa & Adventure Travel Night Event Post Haste Travel held our bi-annual (is that the right way to say every other year?) Africa & Adventure Travel Event on Thursday, April 7th at Bistro Mezzaluna in Ft. Lauderdale. We had over 100+ of our Virtuoso clients, PHT Travel Advisors and our supportive Travel Partners attend the evening. Our travel trade show was made up of cruise lines, private jets, safari tours, luxury yacht cruising, tour suppliers, river cruising, ecotourism and adventure travel companies. Our clients received information and travel recommendations on African safaris, Tahiti cruising, privately guided tours thru India and new and upcoming travel destinations like Patagonia, Myanmar, The Galapagos and Iceland. Post Haste Travel has LOTS of ideas for your next trip…. give us a call! Where In The World Have We Been? Your Advisors Travel Update Seeing Cape Town at Leisure- Meredith McCleary Sight Seeing Bus-ride scenic tours - One of the most exciting things I tried that time had not permitted previously was a city tour on the RED sight-seeing bus. It stops at or near 30 major area attractions. There are seven color coded tours from which to choose. Tickets may be purchased on the bus/V&A Station or the Long Street station. What a great fun way to get the logistical layout of the city! The price is minimal, there is hop on/hop off service, throughout the day with the day pass. Go to www.citysightseeing.com for more information. I enjoyed mingling with the locals and meeting others like me, just looking! Long Street stroll – Before taking the bus tour I visited the Cape Cadogan and Mores Quarters hotels. The Cape Cadogan is small, charming and intimate, attractive and tastefully furnished. It is a National Landmark facility therefore there are stairs and steps which may be a challenge for some. The Mores Quarters are located across a small street from the Cadogan. The location (small, quiet, and private) close to Kloof Street with connection to (great little walk – I did it) Long Street and the Markets. Good for shops, food and entertainment and options with the locals along Kloof Street. Two Oceans Aquarium – Departing from my Day tour around the city at the V&A Waterfront, I decided for the first time in almost 20 years to visit the Two Oceans Aquarium. What a treat! Having grown up on the Gulf of Mexico with one of the first aquariums in Florida, I thought I had seen it all. This one is better than the views at Atlantis in Nassau. It is really huge with an awesome display of aquatic life from the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Yes, in Florida I live on the Atlantic and we have a Seaquarium, but this is truly known as the largest one in the world!! There is something for everyone, from feathered friends near the oceans, otters, fishes, to diverse and other related ocean animal and plant life. One can see, touch, feel and even dive to interact with various collections. I stayed high and dry. Well worth the minimal costs. Tickets can be purchased online. There were as many excited adults like myself, as kids and jumping babies in strollers at the sights they saw!! www.aquarium.co.za The Red Shed Market – Leaving the Aquarium I decided to explore the RED Shed and Workshop located adjacent to the aquarium and the V&A Waterfront. The smell of African food cooking in the indoor shops (too many to decide) yummy-yummy! I finally settled on a fruit smoothie before moving on to the arts and crafts area. This is a unique collection of crafts to include Africa Fashions and art of every medium. Beautiful reasonable priced items. Since I could set up my on shop from my own collection, I passed through and after an hour or so it was dinner time. I headed to my favorite restaurant for great seafood in Mall and people watched over a good cold Africa libation with fish and chips. www.southafrica.net Driving the Cape coast - My next day was another first adventure for me as a friend took me for a private drive day tour of the coastal ocean area of False Bay, enroute to visit my dear friend Eddie Daniels, a former prisoner serving at Robben Island, (author of There and Back) and a longtime friend of President Nelson Mandela. Following a great visit and lunch at his country club, my driver and I went to visit the wine country! In route I stopped at Victor Verster Prison now known as Drakenstein Correctional Center, the last prison to house Mr. Mandela prior to his release. The site is now closed to visitors but we were allowed to enter briefly to visit the monument. Paarl and Franschhoek (Wine Country) – Quaint towns, shops and wineries, I decided to stop in Paarl at the Fairview Cellar Door (dating back to 1633) for a fine wine and goat cheese tasting compliments of my driver/guide. The wine, bread, and fruit preserve accompaniments are to die for! Need I say more – I returned with a blackberries type preserve to be eaten with sharp goat cheese. I eat it on hot bread, ice cream or just a spoonful. Next to great tastings is a visit to the restaurants and don’t miss the infamous Goat Tower! Yep – goats in their own lighthouse tower –“here’s looking at you…bahhh! A great stop off or treat - FANTASTIC scenery of vineyards and farm country. Nothing was better in Cape Town than my stay in and Executive Suite at the Cape Grace Hotel front and center in V&A Waterfront. Next to the best whiskey tasting at the bar, the High Tea is exceptional. Once you go – you know! South Africa & Botswana Sylvia Berman From the beauty of South Africa, Botswana and Zambia to the Land of the Midnight Sun, it has been an exciting year. After 6 days in Cape Town, Grace and I took a two hour drive north to the Little Karoo and the Sanbona Preserve. You know how your mind pictures the place you are going to visit? Well, we weren’t prepared for the accommodations, the incredible food and the game viewing. White rhino and even white lions. Three entirely different lodges perfect for those that want to get away from it all, among a landscape that changed with each turn in the road. Then we flew to Madikwe and stayed at the Madikwe Hills Lodge for another day of safari. From there we flew to Botswana and the safari camps of Chitabe, Sandibe, Xaranna and a real, primitive tented camp. No running water, no electricity, but a staff that made you feel at home and served some of the best meals I have had anywhere. Ask us about the videos of the elephants crossing the Chobe River (and the baby that was almost taken by a crocodile.) When Grace returned to Florida, I continued to Zambia, this time to visit more than just Victoria Falls. From the lodges at Old Mondoro, and the boat ride to see Chiawa, Sausage Tree and Potato Bush, I went upriver so that I could overnight at the new five star Anabezi lodge. The owner drove me to the airstrip and we were so busy comparing notes that I almost missed the flight to Nkweli. This Robin Pope complex gave me an opportunity to see their two bedroom house and envision a page from Harry Potter, when I saw the Luangwa Safari House. I was waiting for someone to fly out of the windows of one of the four bedrooms. Every place I saw held something special for you. The learning continues and just makes traveling to these wonderful countries easier and easier. Why do WE travel? Touring the World Traveling as a Family Planning a Honeymoon Without a travel consultant, you’re on your own Amiel Lindenbaum Melissa Accocella I recently traveled to one of the most magical places in the world: South Africa. I was lucky enough to enjoy a 12 day educational journey through Johannesburg and Cape Town, along with our advisor Rebecca Romero, with a grand finale of a safari. We spent many days listening to hoteliers describe their fabulous properties, one better than the next. Each speaker took us through a different part of Southern Africa through their eyes. This educational trip was invaluable to me as the assistant to a South Africa expert. I finally understand the passion and love that Sylvia has for this amazing country. My time in Africa was an out of body experience to say the least. Seeing the animals in their natural environment and the ability to get so close to them is definitely a top reason to travel to Africa. Once I arrived I came to the realization that Africa has so much more to offer. Between the culture, people, and natural beauty of the country I could go back time and time again each time feeling just as in awe as the first time. 3 Hours From NYC. A world Away. The final bell in school rings for my three boys and they are super excited to take a summer trip before camp starts. First, we get to celebrate my parent’s 50th wedding anniversary in NYC. So, where to go with the boys that’s relatively close to New York where they can experience great outdoor activities and enjoy the cooler weather up north? New York state alone has so many exciting vacation destinations that it could fill a whole newsletter. These days though, everyone is talking about Montauk, on the very eastern edge of Long Island. Montauk is stunning in its physical beauty. Miles of craggy shorelines, great beaches and water, water everywhere. Fabulous restaurants and stunning scenery have made it especially popular with the jet set crowd. The newly refurbished Gurney’s Resort and spa is a great place to experience views of the coast plunging into the sea while enjoying a first rate food and spa experience. My wife and I snuck out one night to enjoy the local fare at the Crow’s Nest restaurant and were taken in by the setting and ultra-hip atmosphere. What better way to enjoy the beaches than by taking surfing lessons at the world famous Ditch Plains beach. Here my boys spent endless hours learning to surf despite the cool water temps. We explored the lighthouse to take in views of surrounding states and rolled down 80 ft. sand dunes. We capped off great days with a beach barbecue and a unique Montauk experience. They allow controlled fires on the beach. My boys delighted by being able to play in the sand while at the same time make s’mores by the fire. Sitting by the crackling fire, I couldn’t get over how close yet so far this whole trip was from the city. For me, I know we had a great vacation when I hear everyone in the family say those treasured words, “ Dad, can we do this again next year?” Kristina Miller Supporting Indigenous Tourism Initiatives As an anthropologist I like to seek out unique cultural experiences both for my clients and for myself when I travel. I also have a strong desire to make sure that local communities benefit from tourism. So on a recent trip to Mexico, I decided to try a tour with Community Tours Sian Ka'an. They are an indigenousrun community tourism enterprise run by and for the local Mayan communities. Tour guides are all trilingual (Mayan, Spanish, and English) and professionally-trained. Their tours are centered around the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve just south of Tulum and the Riveria Maya. Because all of the guides are local to the area they can teach their guests not just about the culture and history of the locations they visit, but they also have extensive knowledge about the natural world. We did a great tour visiting a small Mayan village where we were able to visit a Mayan school and let our child play with the local kids. We visited local soapmakers and beekeepers to see these small sustainable village enterprises. I also spent a lot of time discussing with them the impacts of tourism on the region and how they are working to make sure the local indigenous population gets to reap the benefits as well. One of the most popular tours that they run visits the Biosphere Reserve and begins with a visit to the archaeological site of Muyil, where the guide explains about ancient and present-day Mayan culture. From their the tour makes their way to the boat where guests regularly see all types of wildlife, including manatees, as they crisscross pristine lakes and rivers. Once they reach an ancient Mayan canal everyone jumps out of the boat and floats with the gentle current through crystal clear waters. An awesome experience. Back at Community Tours Sian Ka'an's headquarters they have a small museum dedicated to the Mayan people, a gift shop of local handmade crafts, a restaurant serving Mayan specialties, and a butterfly garden where they are trying to protect endangered butterfly species. Overall, they are a model for successful, sustainable eco-tourism. I am happy I was able to support their initiatives, and I look forward to sending you there to have your own amazing experiences. POST HASTE TRAVELER GALLERY Marcia Hochberg’s clients at the Sonora Resort in British Columbia, had a fantastic milestone birthday celebration. Olde Harbour Inn, Savannah girls trip Grandma Betti Lidsky, Mother Ronit Cohen, with Eden Cohen at the Western Wall in Jerusalem for Eden's Bat Mitzvah. Adrienne Scheck and Maisy on a two hour ATV ride in the Canadian Rockies. DIVA’S ON THE GO Puerto Rico Scheck family in the Canadian Rockies Josh and Gayle Block stayed at JK Place in Capri. Here is a photo of them when they visited the Blue Grotto. The Blocks loved Capri and the Amalfi Coast of Italy. Friends is in Sonoma Connolly Family Royal Hawaiian, Waikiki Kurziel Family Modern Hotel, Waikiki POST HASTE TRAVELER GALLERY Alyssa, Jessica and Amanda Hirschberg in front of the Eiffel Tower The Macon familyon Michael and Marie Harrison on tour from their Scenic Danube cruise. Freda Rosenfeld and friends in Morocco Ted Cookson and Barbara Stein visiting JFK’s Cuban Missile Crisis-era nuclear bunker on Peanut Island in Palm Beach, FL Martha Macon with her Grandchildren. Family travel is the best. Irma and Michael Goldstein in Sikh Temple in Delhi Nancy Schlatter and friends hiking the Dolomites in Italy. Mabry and Denney Family in Greece Freidman Family celebrating Jake’s graduation in Maui Suzanne Perun-Luxury Travel Advisor The year is off and running! As a family we headed to the fabulous Ritz Carlton Bachelor Gulch, CO in March for spring break. We flew directly into Vail and only had a short 20 min. drive to this amazing ski in/ski out resort. On arrival our first impression was being greeted by valets clad as wrangler cowboys . They escorted us inside where we met the official ambassador of the resort, Bachelor, a St. Bernard puppy. He was snuggled up by the fireplace. After an amazing day of skiing, my husband and I enjoyed the spa, complete with a grotto. S’mores by the outdoor fire-pit, live music, naturalist programs and delicious meals completed this fantastic vacation. A cozy mountain getaway for sure! For the kids Easter break in April, we decided to split the 2 week vacation up by Skiing in California and then enjoying the beach on Maui. Wanting to try something new we headed out to Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort in California. The scenery transitions from barren Mohave Desert landscapes , to historical landmarks like Manzanar National Park, Whistler Fish Hatchery, along with ghost towns and Hot springs . While at Maui we stayed at the Fairmont Kea Lani Resort . This all suites resort had the perfect location right on the Polo Beach in Wailea. The staff was warm with true Aloha spirit that you felt immediately upon arrival. We were greeted with leis and a refreshing punch. The Fairmont had just undergone a massive remodeling project which was evident everywhere. True Aloha spirit ran through this entire property. The suites are massive with a nice entry area, roomy living room, separate bedroom and a huge wrap around lanai. On property we found a waterslide adult only area , 3 pools and everyone’s favorite - a swim up bar! Included in the stay was hula lessons, outrigger canoe trip, professional photography session, lei making, etc. We took a helicopter tour of the island with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters. We flew over humpback whales passing the shores of Maui on their journey back north of the summer, truly magical. Surfing, hiking, swimming and fishing completed our island visit. As most married couples, my husband and I like to do a date night of sorts. Since we were both were in the mood for Greek food, we headed to Athens, Greece. We wandered the cobblestone streets, passing the marketplace built in 415 BC, statues and temples for Zeus, Athena, Olympus, Hephaistos. The Parthenon. In Athens there are two amazing Virtuoso luxury hotels. The King George and the Grande Bretagne. They sit side by side and have amazing views of the Acropolis. The King George, even with it’s smaller scale, was quite impressive. No two rooms are alike. Each room is unique and individually furnished with gorgeous furnishings. The landmark Grand Bretagne speaks grandeur from the moment you walk in, with its antiques and old world charm. The last night we had dinner in Voula, just a short drive from the city center, it lays along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea and overlooks the Greek Islands. At sunset the whole sky came alive. It offers not only lovely walking paths along the shore but upscale shopping and dining. Refreshed and renewed, we returned home, just in time to plan our next adventure! Renderings are intended as a general reference. Features, materials, finishes and layout may be different than shown.” Why do You Travel? Near Cap Spartel, Morocco, where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean. Photo by Globus tour guide, Ramon Permanyer Recently Joann Barnard, CTC, sent the Wasserman family from North Carolina on an amazing tour of the Iberian peninsula ( Spain, Portugal and Morocco), Steeped in ancient history, from vestiges of Roman and Moorish conquest, Spanish reconquest to the present-day regimes and religions, this Southern European peninsula fascinates travelers. From mountains to sea, the terrain varied, as did the people and places. Highlights included visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Sintra, Alcazar and Alhambra; and forays to sample local cuisines, music and cultures . Globus took care of the logistics of transport, lodging , food and optional excursions-- under the vigilant care of main tour guide, Ramon Permanyer, and local expert guides in the main cities. Simply put, we had the honeymoon of a LIFETIME — We’re sure this was in part due to our newlywed high, but we also think it was because of where we were, South Africa. We started our adventures in Zambia where we got to visit Victoria Falls and swim in the Devil’s Pool. It felt so unreal being atop one of the most powerful waterfalls in the world and so thrilling to hang off of the edge! From there we continued to Kruger to begin our safari leg of the trip. This was by far our favorite part (though admittedly it’s hard to choose!), it was unlike anything we have ever experienced. The lodge was gorgeous and secluded with absolutely amazing and attentive service, and the guides were knowledgeable and personable and able to answer any of our questions. The wildlife was absolutely incredible, you get SO close to the animals! And best of all, even though you’re able to almost touch the animals, you leave with an immense respect for them and the untouched habitat in which they live. It’s truly inspiring and made us feel so grateful that we got to be part of their natural experience — how it should be. After safari we went to the wine country just outside of Cape Town (Franschhoek and Stellenbosch). It was such a charming and adorable little town with amazing food and even better wine. We stayed at one of the best bed and breakfasts (Akademie Street Boutique Hotel and Guest House) in the world; the staff was kind and helpful and made our experience that much more personal and comfortable. Finally we headed to Cape Town, what a culturally-rich city! We enjoyed a full day of touring and learning, and on a different day went cage diving with great white sharks! This experience is not for the weak of heart, you are warned! On our last day we did some of our own exploring and came to the conclusion that South Africa has some of the nicest people, most beautiful views and best food we’ve ever had. All in all, our honeymoon was the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure, and left us with an awe and wonder we will never forget. As our amazing tour guide said, “Once you have Africa in your blood, it’ll never leave you…” — we couldn’t have said it better ourselves. ---Jackie Zima Offers and options are subject to change. Ships registry Bahamas and United States of America. 101 things to do. On the newly Remastered Queen Mary 2. Grand celebrations. Announcing Seabourn’s A Sommelier’s Odyssey Wine Cruise Embark in style and experience Cunard’s White Star ServiceTM welcome as you are greeted on board by bellmen to the sounds of a string quartet. Gather at our sail away celebration to toast your fellow Cunarders and the excitement of your imminent Atlantic crossing adventure. Get married or renew your wedding vows during a ceremony at sea conducted by the Captain. Drink to your good fortune at the Veuve Clicquot® Champagne Bar and taste the bubbly first crafted by Philippe Clicquot-Muiron in 1772. While on deck, celebrate the exhilarating moments of sailing into or out of New York: gliding by the Statue of Liberty and carefully passing under the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge. Embrace your love of wine on this one-of-a-kind voyage. Enjoy conversations with wine experts, exclusive tastings and pairings as well as winery tours and special events on shore. Celebrate a milestone birthday or anniversary with a delicious cake as your White Star servers sing to you. Enriching moments • Exclusive Shopping with the Chef event • Winery tours • Wine Tastings • Cooking Demonstration • Events on deck • Food & Wine pairing dinners • Celebrity Chef Pasta Dinner • Late night departures Watch th sensational singers and dancers perform Rhythm of the Night in the extravagant Royal Court Theatre. Work out at your own pace or join an invigorating fitness class at the beautifully equipped Canyon Ranch SpaClub® Fitness Centre. Delight in our musical show, Broadway Rocks — laced with singing and dancing. Make up for that decadent breakfast by swimming a few laps in the domed Pavilion Pool. Take cha cha, Latin or line dancing classes taught by professional dance instructors. Head to Illuminations to experience a popular, first-run 3D film. Delight in a performance of Pride and Prejudice in the Royal Court Theatre. Join your friends for a rousing evening of karaoke in the Golden Lion pub. Relive the golden age of ocean travel when Tommy Dorsey and Glenn Miller ruled the airwaves, with Big Band Night in the Queens Room. Feel the beat in the metropolitan G32 nightclub. 30. Join the hat-making class and parade your signature creation for the Royal Ascot Ball later that night. Cordially yours. 31. Stop by the Commodore Club, Chart Room or Carinthia Lounge for live piano recitals. 32. Experience the sights and sounds of the RADA actors in a performance of Cunard Street, celebrating Cunard’s history. Simple pleasures. La Joliette MONTE CARLO Calvi Civitavecchia Amalfi Tyrrhenian Sea Trapani Mykonos Ionian Sea PIRAEUS Nafplion Valletta Mediterranean Sea A SOMMELIER’S ODYSSEY SANTORINI, GREECE Piraeus (Athens) to Monte Carlo • Seabourn Odyssey • 10 Days • OCT 29, 2016 $POUBDUZPV5SBWFM"EWJTPS UPGJOEPVUNPSF'JMMJOUIF NJTTJOHQJFDFTPGUIJTMJTUPG UIJOHTUPEPPO UIF2VFFO.BSZ Feeling fit. Demonstrate your superior wrist/eye coordination at a Table Tennis Tournament. Thoroughly British. Enjoy the following: • Seabourn Conversations lectures Show stoppers. Wear your best harlequin mask and relive the grand old days of Venice at the Masquerade Ball. The traditional red Royal Mail postbox outside The Golden Lion pub is a symbol of Cunard’s history as the first provider of mail service between England and America. Here, you can send your friends postcards stamped “Posted Onboard — Queen Mary 2 — Transatlantic Crossing.” From the Social Hostess, learn critical survival skills like napkin folding or knitting. Drop the kids off for fun in The Play Zone. Admire the $18,000 “Happy Queen Mary 2” diamond encrusted watch at Chopard. (You can dream.) Take a brisk walk or jog around the Promenade Deck. Three laps make a mile! Feeling inclined? Climb a hill and test your strength at the Indoor Cycling Power Hour. Practice your bank shot on the basketball court. Rejuvenate in a yoga class on deck (weather permitting). Fine dining. Welcome the morning with a cappuccino and fresh baked pastries at Sir Samuel’s. With signature Gueridon service in The Grill restaurants, dining becomes entertainment for guests sailing in Queens Grill & Princess Grill Suites. Sample the Chalosse Duck or Wild Turbot en Papillotte in newly opened restaurant, The Verandah.†^ Enjoy a Scandinavian Seafood Platter with Horseradish Cream as you relax with friends in the new Carinthia Lounge. Join the chief sommelier to sample Sangiovese, Dolcetto and other varietals as you wine your way across Northern Italy. Order one of your pub lunch favourites in the Golden Lion: Fish ‘n’ Chips, Steak and Ale Pie, Chicken Tikka Masala or Bangers and Mash. Indulge in Memphis style Baby Back Ribs in the new alternative dining venue, the Smokehouse. Start the day in a decadent way with a sampling of delicious pastries in the new Carinthia Lounge. Select award-winning Canyon Ranch SpaClub® cuisine options from the restaurant menus and discover how great “good for you” can taste. Enjoy a traditional Fillet of Beef Wellington as a guest in the famed Grill Suites. For more information contact your travel professional or visit Seabourn.com Bahamas- Candace Andreozzi The Bahamas, with 700 islands that make up this country, images of kicking back surrounded by white sandy beaches, balmy breezes, pristine turquoise waters and the occasional rum punch come to mind. Only an hours flight from South Florida, some come for the adventures; to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and to relax among the swaying Palm trees. Whatever the reason, you are sure not to be disappointed. I am cruising around on a private motor yacht, moving from one beautiful island to the next, soaking up the sun, fishing, and enjoying the laid back culture of the islands. Along the seas, I have found some special treasures. Not of pirates but special resort properties tucked away only accessible by plane or boat. Eleuthera - this archipelago, East of Nassau, hosts a wonderful Virtuoso jewel known as The Cove. Private bungalows and 3 bedroom cottages make up this enchanting property. Infinity pool and white, sandy beach coves stretch along the coral headed coast. Nearby, enjoy lunch or dinner at Ocean Tally, a beautiful spot perched high above the ocean on rugged coral cliffs. Abaco - picture quaint villages, awesome sunsets - rum punch. This party island is popular year round with travelers. Fly into Marsh Harbour and make your way to Hope Town. Many "cays" - pronounced "keys" by the locals, surround this island chain. Great Guana Cay has the ever popular Nippers Beach Bar, Sea Spray is located near Tahiti Beach and countless other hot spots to numerous to name. Heading South to Winding Bay, is the secluded resort of The Abaco Club at Winding Bay. Rooms are spacious with a very tropical feel, outdoor shower and all the water toys laid out in a pristine beach. Enjoy golf, tennis, bicycles or just a nap in one of the many hammocks. Near by is Pete's Pub accessible only by boat. Enjoy the owners fantastic bronzes, available for purchase. Staniel Cay - home of the famous swimming pigs. As the name implies, a trip to Pig Beach will take you on a Bahamian safari. Be sure to take left overs and fresh water-they'll swim to your boat to eat and drink. You can fly into Staniel and stay at Staniel Cay Yacht Club in one of their quaint cottages overlooking the marina. You may get the chance to swim with the gentle nurse sharks that call the marina home. Back in Nassau, Island House is found near the exclusive, gated community of Lyford Cay. Simply beautiful boutique property owned by locals. Head to Mahogany House for a taste of California, Bahamas style. 30 bungalows comprise this picturesque getaway. Spa, pool, 3 dining venues all included away from Nassau proper. Bahamas-so much more to see and so close. Interested? Special occasion, family fun, girls/guy getaways, just R&R, contact me for more information. "Only in the Bahamas". UP TO FLY FREE ALL-INCLUSIVE ROUND TRIP TO EUROPE With Scenic, the perks and privileges come included. Our Space-Ships are truly an all-inclusive luxury package. On board 5-Star Scenic Space-Ships Balcony suites, including a Scenic Sun Lounge Butler service for all guests Laundry concierge Complimentary beverages all day, every day H^mY^c^c\dei^dch
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