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Snapshot Story - ATX Rail Expedition

Sunday, January 17th, 2010

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“The best and most memorable excursion for us was in Cozumel.  We booked the ATX Rail Expedition through Shore Trips and it was a blast.

(6 of us) went on this excursion and every single one of us was unprepared for what we were in for.  We read that close-toed shoes were mandatory however they should have also advised us to wear clothes that we didn’t mind ruining.  Basically the excursion was conducted on all-terrain vehicles and we drove over rocky terrain and through mud/water-filled trails.  We made a stop at the Jade Cavern which also housed bats and had a bat cave so it was rather aromatic but the boys decided to go ahead and take a brief swim, which, in essence, just stirred up the stink even more.

I will forewarn you, this is not for the meek and mild.  This is a very active and physically demanding excursion.  We were told not to hit any trees or vegetation on the side of the trails, but as far as what was on the trail … we were told not to try to avoid it, just drive right over it.  Now, this does not include the livestock that may occasionally be crossing the trail (i.e., horses, cows)!  They do drive rather fast, you have to have a fair amount of upper body strength to make the turns and keep the vehicle on the trail and, under no circumstances should one go on it if they have neck or back issues.  The seats were comfortable and did absorb the majority of the shock, but it still rattled the bones. I could really go on and on about this excursion … how we laughed and laughed, how the DCL staff and passengers reacted to six people coming back to the ship filthy from head to toe, etc., etc.  Basically, this is my type of an excursion.  Get me out of the shopping areas and away from the tourist areas and I am happy as a clam!”

From our client Michele from Illinois

Snapshot Story: Family Fun In Tahiti

Saturday, September 12th, 2009

 

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“My favorite place in the entire world is French Polynesia, also known as Tahiti and her Islands. I have traveled there alone, as a romantic getaway and most recently as a family - with my husband and our three young daughters. It is not often thought of as a family destination, but I must say, I am sold on this as the perfect place for a family that wants to go on vacation and really be together.”

from Melissa of Travel Impressions

See more of Melissa’s pictures from Tahiti here.”

 www.familytravelgurus.com

Snapshot Story: Shamu At SeaWorld

Monday, August 31st, 2009

 

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We love to spend a day at SeaWorld when visiting Orlando!  Here is one of my favorite pictures I took at the Shamu show last year.”

from our client Tammy from Kentucky

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Snapshot Story: The Blue Danube

Monday, August 24th, 2009

 

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“My river cruise on the Danube last summer was great!  I loved standing out on the open deck and watching the beautiful scenery go by.  I took this picture in Austria.”

See more of my pictures from my Danube River Cruise here.”

From Tim Larison  www.familytravelgurus.com

Snapshot Story: Palo on the Disney Cruise

Monday, July 20th, 2009

 

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Our favorite restaurant on any cruise ship is Palo on the Disney Cruise. We were one of the fortunate 100 passengers (out of 2700) to eat brunch at Palo on our October 2008 cruise. Here is our waiter Zoron from Bosnia describing to us the many food choices available. I loved the shrimp, Margaretta Pizza, my main entrée Chicken Parmesan, and other delicacies. There was so much food to choose from!”

from Tim Larison

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Snapshot Story: Disney Magic at Tortola

Sunday, July 5th, 2009

 

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“Here’s the Disney Magic docked at Tortola…this was our favorite port!  We took the island tour and had a blast!!!  We went all over the island and then to Cane Garden Bay.  This was awesome!! “

from our client Tammy from Kentucky.  Read Tammy’s full trip report here.

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Snapshot Story: Norwegian Fjords

Monday, May 18th, 2009

 

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We highly recommend Azamara cruises.  It was our first cruise and it was a wonderful experience.  Our captain took us to the Naeroyfjorden.  With the smaller ship we were able to see this spectacular sight “

from our clients Ann and Richard in Michigan

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Cinderella’s Castle Breakfast

Sunday, March 22nd, 2009

 

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Here is a special picture of my granddaughters at Cinderella’s Castle. This is one of the mice {Perla or Susie}. The girls loved eating at the castle. It was a surprise for them (we did not tell them ahead of time where we were going) and so it was extra special!”

From our client Dawn in Ohio

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Fun on Royal Caribbean’s Enchantment of the Seas

Monday, February 16th, 2009

 

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“This is a picture of my daughter from our September 08 Royal Caribbean cruise (the one that you helped me get the suite for!!!) We SO loved the crew on the Enchantment of the Seas. They truly entered our hearts more so than even our Disney cruises. We also took the Tulum and Beach Break tour on this cruise - fantastic!”

From our client Sue in Ft Lauderdale, Florida

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Dolphins at SeaWorld

Sunday, February 1st, 2009

 

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“”The Blue Horizons show at Seaworld was my favorite.  I felt a variety of emotions from joy, excitement, relief and more, at seeing the amazing tricks of the dolphins and their trainers, the divers, acrobats and beautiful birds – spectacular! 

See more of our pictures from SeaWorld here.”

From Anne Larison  www.familytravelgurus.com