Monday, March 8, 2010

Jolly Mon Vacations on Facebook!


Come on over to facebook and be a fan of Jolly Mon Vacations!
You could win a free t-shirt just for being a fan, and interacting on the site.
For vacation information, please visit my website at http://www.jollymonvacations.com
Contact me, and I'll be glad to help you. Referrals are appreciated and rewarded! Thank You!

Saturday, January 23, 2010

Ski Montana 2010!



We are back from SKI MONTANA 2010!


The trip was amazing! Western Montana is so beautiful...I want to live there forever!



Here's a review:
I booked this trip for myself, and my friend Clint from Georgia through my travel agency, Jolly Mon Vacations. We got a great lift ticket/lodging deal for 4 nights hotel, and 4 days lift tickets.
I drove in, and picked up my friend at the Billings, MT airport...which was right on the way.

The hotel:
C'mon Inn, Bozeman, Montana.

A great new hotel just off the interstate, and only 15 miles from beautiful Bridger Bowl Ski Area. A nice, clean new hotel with a beautiful atrium, pool and a bunch of hot tubs. A nice hot continental breakfast was included, and the staff was very accomodating as well.
This hotel is well located as a "home base" for our ski adventures, as it's a couple turns off the main interstate.
The beds are VERY comfortable, there was a flat panel tv, refridgerator, coffee maker, and a door leading out to the atrium with a table and chairs. A very clean, well maintained room.

The Ski Resort:

Bridger Bowl Ski Area.


What can I say....awesome! We hadn't been to the area in a few years, and Bridger gave us a great package deal with lift tickets and lodging. Upon checking in, they assigned us a mountain HOST when we arrived. Bob took us all over the mountain showing us new areas, and areas of future expansion. He is a gracious 74 year old man, that could ski circles around us! Thanks Bob! Rest assured not only will WE be back, I'll be steering my clients to your mountain facilities as well!


Bridger Bowl has some new 'Magic Carpets' installed on two of the lifts. These moving carpets make getting on the chair lifts much easier. It's a really nice addition. There is also a new lift up to The Ridge, accessing all the expert terrian. Less hiking for the daredevils!


Overall, it was a great trip. Great to see my old ski buddy again, and great to be back in Montana! Two thumbs WAY up. Call me, and I'll set you up with a great package deal at Bridger Bowl, Montana! http://www.jollymonvacations.com/










Sunday, January 10, 2010

Wave Season equals cruise sales!


In the travel industry, Wave Season is the period between January and March when cruise lines and travel agents offer bonuses and extra perks to book. Historically, this has been the time when people start planning their vacations for the coming year.


These aren't the only deals to be had, but here are a couple deals worth mentioning. More cruise lines will roll out specials in the coming weeks:


Princess Cruises:

Is offering two Wave Season deals. Free upgrades from outside to balcony cabins on sailings to Alaska, the Caribbean and Europe, and it's slashing fares on select Alaska cruisetours by 25 %.


Viking River Cruises:

If you book a 2010 river cruise to Europe, Russia, China or Egypt by March 1, 2010, Viking is offering 2 for 1 airfare discounts and complimentary wine with dinner.


Norwegian Cruise Line:

NCL has launched its "Year of the Freestyle Vacation" promotion, and is offering free stateroom upgrades and coupon books worth up to $400 in onboard savings, when you book by March 14, 2010.


Contact Pete to book your vacation now!

Visit my website at: http://www.jollymonvacations.com/


Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Announcement!

Blog followers....you get to be first to know!

It is my great pleasure to announce that I am now in the travel business. Pete Larson is now officially a Travel Agent / Destination Specialist!

I’ve been working very hard behind the scenes to gain my certifications, and registrations. I’ve aligned with a host agency which has many years experience selling travel. With the assistance of another experienced agent, I am ready to book your travel.

I hope to help to you with all of your travel needs, whether it’s an ocean cruise, a romantic honeymoon, a business trip, a much deserved vacation or a trip to Europe.  I can take care of every detail for you, including car rentals and hotel reservations.

If you are thinking of a vacation, please contact me.  I will get you brochures and literature for the destination you have in mind.  I have access to all the most current travel bargains available so you can get the most value for your hard earned money.

My website is:  www.jollymonvacations.com

Please visit, look around, and learn more about me. I have a newsletter sign-up form there to fill out. Share it with your friends and family. I will e-mail them some really great information and discounts.

~My email address is  pete@jollymonvacations.com

~My phone number is:  218-779-3050.

I’m available 7 days a week, and most evenings too. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Referrals to your friends and family are much appreciated!

I’m very excited about my new adventure.  My passion for travel and my experience at cruise planning make this new career a perfect fit. I look forward to making your travel dreams a reality and creating many wonderful memories for you.

Sincerely

Peter Larson

Friday, September 11, 2009

Cruising Nation Member on CHEERIOS BOXES!

One of Cruising Nation's most popular and faithful members is featured on the newest Cheerios cereal boxes!

Cruising Nation Forums own, "Cruzinmama", aka Jackie is a two- time cancer survivor. She is an Ambassador for the PINK TOGETHER  program. Pink Together is a support system for breast cancer research,  and it's mission is to inspire, and spread hope to others.

You can read all about it at:  http://www.myspace.com/pinktogether , or join us at Cruising Nation where you can find Jackie herself.

You can currently find the pictures below on the MultiGrain Cheerios, but it may be on others too. Jackie is a true inspiration to us all, and makes a fine Ambassador for PINK TOGETHER.



















Thursday, September 10, 2009

Panama or Bust! 2011

UPDATE:  Jewel of the Seas, January 14, 2011  

We are under 500 days away from this cruise! It's a good time to join us by booking your cabin now.  Contact Pat Shouldice at:  oesnjstar@comcast.net  to make your deposit. Deposits are still holding at $450 pp, and are fully refundable until final payment in Nov 2010. Pat can also help you with your travel insurance needs.

~~Pat has graciously boosted all group bookings on this cruise to $150 (per cabin) shipboard credit!!!! THANKS PAT!~~ Book now to take full advantage!

RCI has discontinued Partial Transits through the Panama Canal as of now. They could be reinstated in the future, but for now...this ship IS NOT going into the canal itself...it will dock in Panama. Excursion ships can still be taken through the canal if desired. Many of us are planning to do a full transit excursion, contact Pat or Pete for further details.

Tuesday, July 14, 2009

Panama Canal Cruise 2011!

Let's go cruising!
We are headed to the Panama Canal, South America, Central America, and the Caribbean!
Join us on:
Royal Caribbean’s ‘Jewel of the Seas,’
January 14, 2011

10 - Night Ultimate Caribbean & Panama Canal Cruise

Itinerary:
Ft. Lauderdale
Sea Day
Labadee, Haiti
Sea Day
Cartagena, Columbia
Colon, Panama (Canal)
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
Sea Day
Grand Cayman
Sea Day
Ft. Lauderdale

This cruise is a year and a half away…so there is plenty of time to save for it!

Please let me know if you are interested. This is also a Cruising Nation Forums Group Cruise, and our Travel Agent is Pat Shouldice of http://www.cruiseadventure4u.com/
You can chat with others, and see who is booked on our forum, Cruising Nation here:

Cabins & Prices: includes all port charges/government fees

Balcony Stateroom (D2) (there are aft balconies in this category - deposit now to reserve)$1735.26 per person (double occupancy)
3rd & 4th person in the cabin - $675.26 per person extra
includes $100 per cabin on-board-credit

Balcony Stateroom (E2) $1695.26 per person (double occupancy)
3rd & 4th person in the cabin - $675.26 per person extra
includes $100 per cabin on-board-credit

Balcony Stateroom (E3) $1665.26 per person (double occupancy)
includes $100 per cabin on-board-credit

Ocean View Stateroom (G) $1305.26 per person (double occupancy)
includes $100 per cabin on-board-credit

Ocean View Stateroom (I) $1266.26 per person (double occupancy)
includes $100 per cabin on-board-credit

Interior Stateroom (K) $1145.26 per person (double occupancy)
3rd & 4th person in the cabin - $675.26 per person extra
includes $100 per cabin on-board-credit

Interior Stateroom (Q) $1065.26 per person (double occupancy)
includes $100 per cabin on-board-credit



Ship Info:
Date Launched: 05/04/2004
Passengers: 2,501
Gross Tons: 90,090
Length (ft.): 962
Beam: 105.6'
Draft: 26.7'
Cruising Speed: 25 knots