Thank you for being one of over 8,200 subscribers to our weekly e-newsletter, !  In this issue we have news about changes to the Carnival loyalty program, special offers on hotels all over California and deals on some cruises leaving in June and August.

Weekly Cruise Deals from Cruise Guide Network

We found deals on 3 cruises departing in August and one last-minute bargain on a cruise departing this month. Choose from cruises to the Bahamas, Alaska, Mediterranean, and Bermuda. Priced from just $64 per night:

http://www.cruiseguidenetwork.com/bargains.html

 

 

There's still plenty of time to save up to 30% on hotel stays in California during the "Golden State Getaway" sale at TheRealPlaces.com. Book by the end of June to take advantage of deals in Anaheim, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco and northern California.

 

 

Carnival Cruise Line Loyalty Program Changes

Carnival Cruises announced major changes to its loyalty program for repeat cruisers. The new Very Important Fun Person Club is divided into 5 levels, and entry into the levels is based on the total number of days a customer has sailed. Red Level (2nd sailing to 24 cruise days) benefits include a complimentary alcoholic or specialty beverage at breakfast or lunch; and members-only cruise specials. Gold Level (25 to 74 cruise days): a Gold member pin; and access to a Gold, Platinum and Diamond members-only shipboard cocktail party. Platinum Level (75 to 199 cruise days): priority embarkation, debarkation, tender service and dining times; and dedicated phone number and concierge desk on board. Diamond Level (200+ cruise days): guaranteed dining times and specialty restaurant reservations; complimentary dinner for two in the specialty restaurant of their choice; a one-time complimentary upgrade; and a $100 per member contribution to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Learn about Carnival cruises from Galveston, Miami, or Norfolk.


This Week's New (or Improved) Hotels

The Best Western Premier Saratoga Resort Villas recently did a major renovation and is now available for reservations at TheRealPlaces.com.  Their 133 villas have 2 or 3 bedrooms, two TVs, free WiFi, full kitchens and private balconies.  Located on West Irlo Bronson Highway in Kissimmee, Florida, a couple of miles southeast of all the Disney World attractions.

 

The Madison Hotel in Washington, DC is now showing off the results of a $20 million renovation program.  Located just a couple of blocks north of the White House, the Madison was sold to new owners in 2011, who quickly started the process of giving the classic hotel a fresh new look while retaining much of the original design.  All ready to go for the 2013 inauguration.