When should I book my Vacation? ~The Answer

When to book your vacation? Try­ing to fig­ure out the ide­al time to book your vacation and get the best deal is like try­ing to pre­dict a sports score: All you can do is look at the stats and make an educat­ed guess, and that is where a great Travel Agent comes in handy. It is our job to look at the constant changing stats and we are trained, learn from experience, etc when to book a vacation and get the best deals.

More often than not...book EARLY. Most vacations offer early bird specials and with cruise and certain hotels you get to pick the best cabin or room, as you are one of the first to book. Also, when booking with a Travel Agent, and booking early more often than not, if there is a better price before your final payment, we can get the better price.

Sometimes a Travel Agent will tell you to hold off on booking because they are aware of a sale for your particular destination. For example:

For Cruises a big sale blitz happens in late Oc­to­ber and again in Jan­uary and Febru­ary (dur­ing what the cruise in­dus­try calls Wave Sea­son, when many pas­sen­gers tend to plan and book peak-pe­ri­od cruis­es). Spe­cial deals sud­den­ly ap­pear, in­clud­ing for sum­mer itineraries pop­ular with fam­ilies in the Caribbean, as the lines look to get more busi­ness on the books. Best time to go for the best price, depends on your destination: Caribbean would be hurricane season (June to November) but the draw back to that is you may not make ports and there are no refunds if they don't. Alaskan the best rates are the first and last cruises. For the other choices, cruises are usually all in season so the best prices are booking early.  Cruises sometimes offer last minute deals, but with these come draw backs, first the best cabins are gone, second you have to pay in full, and third if you have to fly to make the cruise the price of a last minute flight cost more, usually not saving you much.
 

For all inclusive vacation in the Caribbean or Mexico, book about 11 months in advance. You won't find deals during the most popular time winter break, but you also won't find any rooms if you don't book early. As for the best time to go? For the best deals, book your vacation or the hurricane season (June to November),  which can bring discounted rates up to 60 percent off their high-season counterparts. But, with hurricane season comes risk, be flexible, and buy insurance. Spring and fall offer some discounts (minus spring break, which is an expensive time to go again). Last minute deals can be found for all inclusive but the cost of flights book so close to your vacation often counter any last minute deals.

For Walt Disney World there is a double edge sword, you want to book your vacation at least 185 days in advance, so that at 180 days you can book your dining choices, but if you don't care where you will eat (you don't have a daughter that MUST EAT at Cinderella's Royal Table, or you aren't dying to trying Be Our Guest) then I suggest waiting until a deal comes out before booking your vacation, most deals come out about 90 days in advance. Some deals aren't really deals, for the summer they offer up to 30% off some resorts but that price is still higher than the same room non- discounted in September (but they are still cheaper than booking last minute where you won't get even 30% off). There best deals are usually for the month of September, parts of October, November, and December, with occasionally good deals in parts of January, February and March.


Booking your vacation can be stressful for some, there is lots of research that goes into finding the prefect deal when you can travel. Let RMH Travel take the stress out of booking your vacation, contact us and we can set you up with the perfect destination, resort or cruise ship. More often than not you will also find extra amenities added to your vacation that you won't find anywhere else. Let our expert staff help you.


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Sea Dos...6 Helpful Tips for Cruises.

These tips will make for smooth sailing on your next cruise...or first cruise.

Cruising creates indelible experiences, and I've discovered a few tips and tricks to make sure I get the most out of each trip on the high seas. Here are some things I've learned.

Carry only carry-ons. Bring color-coordinated outfits to pare down your wardrobe and, as a result, your luggage. While fellow passengers wait for bags to be delivered, you,ve already unpacked and are relaxing by the pool.

Spend wisely.  Resist buying extras, such as specialty-restaurant meals; you'll still have a fabulous time. One extra that can be a real value: The ship's family photos are as good or better than what you might get at home-especially on formal nights, when you've dressed up for dinner anyway.

Be selective about shore excursions. You can explore most Caribbean and Alaska port towns on your own, but some high-end-excursions-such as landing on an Alaska glacier-are worth the cost. Ask your travel agent if you can sign up for these before you leave, as popular excursions fill up quickly.

Eat well and stay fit. The food of the crew's nationality is likely to be authentic and tasty. If the chef is Austrian, ask for a Salzburger nockerl souffle for dessert. Keep off extra pounds by using the lavish fitness facilities aboard most modern ships and by using stairs instead of elevators.

Book the right cruise.  Whether you want to see wildlife up close or dance all night in a sequined splendor, work with your travel agent to find the cruise that suits your interests and budget.

Try something new.  Take a dance class; enter the talent contest. Dare to do something you wouldn't do back home.

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Why Disney Cruise Line is the Perfect Choice for New Cruisers.

Are you looking for a unique vacation experience that blends entertainment and adventure with comfort and convenience?
On a Disney Cruise, you and their loved ones will:

• Explore a variety of desirable destinations in a short period of time.
• Enjoy onboard activities, entertainment and dining options - most of which are included in the price of the cruise.
• Save time by unpacking just once, as opposed to unpacking at several different hotels during a land-based vacation.

You can discover these benefits, and many more, by embarking on a hassle-free vacation with Disney Cruise Line.

Why Choose a Disney Cruise?

There is truly something for everyone on a Disney Cruise - from relaxing "me" time for the adults to imaginative fun for the kids and exciting family time for all. Every voyage includes the attention to detail and world-class hospitality that only Disney can provide.

Activities: You will find a variety of activities at themed onboard venues designed to inspire and delight every member of the family.

Dining: You will savor Disney's one-of-a-kind Rotational Dining, "rotating" through three lavish restaurants onboard, each offering personalized service from a serving staff dedicated to your Client's traveling party.

Entertainment: Enjoy Broadway-quality, original Disney musicals that can't be seen anywhere else, special moments with Disney Characters, first-run Disney movies, uniquely themed celebrations on deck, the first fireworks spectacular at sea and more!

Castaway Cay: Most cruises include a stop at Disney's island paradise, reserved exclusively for Disney cruisers.

Exciting New Departure Ports: You will sail to tropical destinations like the Bahamas and Caribbean from Port Canaveral or Miami, Florida, as well as Galveston, Texas and San Juan, Puerto Rico. Visit Europe from ports in Barcelona, Spain or Venice, Italy. Or, explore the last frontier in Alaska from the Port of Vancouver in Canada.

Service and Amenities: On a Disney Cruise Line vacation there's so much included in the cruise fare! Plus, you will enjoy Disney's renowned service and amenities throughout the ship, including:

• World-class staterooms
• All meals daily, including 24-hour complimentary room service, as well as complimentary soda, coffee and tea on deck
• Wave phones, a Disney Cruise Line service that allows guests to call and text fellow passengers while onboard and at Disney's Castaway Cay
• First run-films at sea, including some in digital 3D
• Most voyages include fireworks at sea, weather permitting
• Kid's clubs filled with oceans of activities and amazing entertainment, including private clubs for tweens and teens
• Exclusive areas for adults, including nightclubs, an exclusive pool, fitness center, spa, adult-only dining venues and many others!

For more information about Disney Cruise Lines, check out RMH Travel today!

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Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique on Disney Cruise Ships

Here’s some exciting news to share with my clients sailing on Disney Fantasy. Guests who are paid in full and within their pre-reserve window may reserve appointments for Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique and The Pirates League through the online Disney Cruise Line® Planning Center.

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is a world of fantasy where young Guests ages 3-12 are magically transformed into princesses, knights or pirates. A variety of packages are offered, including several that are exclusive to Disney Cruise Line. They are the Disney Fantasy Package, the Under the Sea Package, Princess Minnie and First Mate Minnie Castle Packages, and The Royal Sea Package.

Also, on the day of the popular deck party, “Mickey’s Pirates IN the Caribbean,” Guests ages 3 and up can let their inner pirate out with a makeover at The Pirates League.

Book a Disney Cruise Vacation today with RMH Travel and then book your world of fantasy for your children.