NCL's Telling You One More Time - Stop Procrastinating!

In a very late night announcement (or early morning, depending on where you are), NCL has announced their latest "Pity the Procrastinator Sale."

Starting this very minute, July 6, and lasting through August 2, you can receive up to a 6 category upgrade on all 2010 and 2011 sailings! (Inside to Inside, Oceanview to Oceanview, etc.) Not sure if you're ready to book yet? Decide quickly, as that's where the "procrastination" part comes into play. NCL at some point will reduce the upgrade to only a 3 category upgrade if you wait... and that could happen as soon as tomorrow!

Still not sure? Third and Fourth guests in a stateroom start at only $99 plus taxes.

The faster you act, the better the deal and the better the selection. This includes the new Norwegian Epic!

(Wanting to book something still for 2009? Don't worry, I'm not letting you get left out - stay tuned for a special for you starting on July 9! Shhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh)

So call or email me now! (Yes, believe it or not, I'm still working - that's why you're the FIRST to know!)

Advance Notice: NCL's Freestyle Resolution Sales Event!

Formerly know as the Sale of all Sails, the Freestyle Resolution Sales Event is NCL's largest sale of the year, typically starting in January (for "Wave" season). Kicking off a bit early this year, this is your exclusive advance notice! As I mentioned in the "When to Book" editorial, whenever possible with NCL you want to wait for one of their promotions. This is one of the richest offers of the year, so it's time to book!

"Wave" season is traditionally the months of January, February and March, when the majority of the bookings for that year are made. It's been a bit less dramatic the past 2 years, and it appears the cruise lines may be doing what they can to spur sales during this critical time. Holland America's "View and Verandah" sale is also a "Wave Season" promotion, though it always starts in December, so this year isn't as unusual for them.

Beginning on Monday, December 15, the following offers will be applicable for all 2009/2010/2011 bookings on NCL:

Per stateroom onboard credit on ALL 3-5 day cruises:

• $30 Inside (I-II)
• $40 Oceanview (H-CC)
• $80 Balcony (BI-BA)
• $100 Mini-Suite (AG-AF)
• $150 Suite and Villa (AE-A1)

Per stateroom onboard credit on ALL 6+ day cruises:

• $50 Inside (I-II)
• $100 Oceanview (H-CC)
• $150 Balcony (BI-BA)
• $300 Mini-Suite (AG-AF)
• $500 Suite and Villa (AE-A1)

Applicability:

• All published 2009-2011 sailings
• Combinable with all fare codes except travel agent and interline
• Does not include 1- and 2-night cruises
• Category AE aboard Norwegian Sun and Pride of America receives $300 onboard credit
• Booking Window December 15, 2008-February 1, 2009

Existing Bookings:

• Anyone outside of final payment can move to the promotion, but at current terms
• Current pricing would apply
• Current onboard credit would replace any other amenity

I've also been given a hint there may be a fleet-wide reduced deposit promotion as well, but have not gotten full confirmation on that.

Call or email me for more information and to take advantage of this terrific promotion!