I am writing to you so soon, because I miss you and because I have an excellent deal for you.
You know how I always say, “you get what you pay for”? I was just laughing at this sweet young lady who wanted to know if her 2 star hotel at $60 per night was as nice as the 5 star hotel at $400 per night. She was serious, so I seriously asked her, “what do you think?” She didn’t know, so I proceeded to ask her if a KIA was as nice as a BMW. So Missy from Detroit, if by chance you are reading this, please call me so we can book your honeymoon at a 5 star resort for a 3 star price.
Now, the resort is the Valentin Imperial Maya just south of Cancun. It is still not cheap but honestly affordable, and for those of you with champagne tastes on beer budgets, please take advantage of this introductory sale the resort is having. I am not getting any money from the hotel, and I really have nothing to gain by passing this on to you, except that you will be our clients for life if you go to this resort.
My boss went a month ago but he is not objective, so when he came back raving about the Valentin, I didn’t take him seriously. Then he booked his son’s honeymoon there and I started to think that maybe it was nice. So I sent a friend. She just got back and I am telling you she and her husband are not easy. In fact, they are totally impossible. I didn’t even want to book their vacation, but I explained to them that the place was new and it might have a few kinks.
It did have a few kinks, but it was still nicer than any place they had ever gone in the Caribbean or Mexico.
The hotel is adults only and super nice. It is not that outrageously expensive, but worth every penny. By this time next year they will be charging double the price and it will be full of European’s with their strong Euros.
This is a perfect place for a honeymoon, a special occasion, a Valentine’s present (how poetic would that be), an “I’m sorry I was such a jerk” weekend, or a perfect place to spend your tax rebate on.
After you go, call me, and I’ll give you my address where you send me a big thank-you note. I’ll be waiting………..
Fondly, Beth
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Honeymoons and Romantic Vacations
Honeymoons and Romantic Vacations
We are in the midst of doing Bridal shows in South Florida, and it really amazes me how many people are getting married! Congratulations to all you brides and grooms, and trust me from experience, you are going to really need a honeymoon after getting married! A wedding is a lot of work (less work if you do a destination wedding and even less work if you elope) but also a wonderful celebration of life and love. At the Bridal Show I would say ½ the brides wanted to go to Tahiti or Hawaii, but had no clue as to how far away they were and how much those destinations cost. One young lady asked me when the best time would be for her to go to Fiji and I told her, “either in 2010 or when you get your braces off”. Ladies, what is the rush to the altar? Take your time. Marriage is a huge commitment and so much work. Make sure this is really what you want to do. Our trip cancellation insurance does not include changing your mind about getting married (though I think there should be an insurance brides and grooms can buy to get refunds for their wedding in case of a runaway situation).
Assuming you do get married, enjoy your honeymoon. Go someplace special, but not that special that it takes you 2 days to get there and you spend ½ the money you received as gifts.One time a groom called to book his honeymoon to St. Lucia and it was over $5,000. He asked if he could have another month to pay for it because he was cashing in his 401K. I just couldn’t take his reservation. I am sure he ended up booking his honeymoon somewhere else, but at least I slept well that night.I have some great tips to save some money for your honeymoon- skipping your morning Starbucks is just not enough.Forget the gym membership- you’ll join and never go because you are so busy getting ready for your wedding.Don’t buy any fancy creams and lotions to get rid of wrinkles and spots. The cheap ones work just as well (which is not very well).Turn down the heat or air and use more or less blankets.Sneak your snacks into the movies if you insist on going to the movies.Stop buying things on sale just because they are on sale.Carpool to work or take public transportation.Stop buying wedding magazines and self-help books. Go to the bookstore, and read them there. If they didn’t want you to do that, they wouldn’t supply such comfortable couches and chairs.Sell all your junk (and your significant other’s junk) on ebay. One man’s junk is another man’s treasure.
Now that you can afford a honeymoon call Maritza at extention 102 or email her at msavoy@yourtripinformation.info and let her plan the perfect trip for you.For me personally, I think any all-inclusive that serves alcohol 24 hours a day, is the perfect honeymoon destination (that’s why you should call Maritza).I also think that if you love the person you are with you will have a great time wherever you go.
Happiness is what you make of life, not a destination.
We are in the midst of doing Bridal shows in South Florida, and it really amazes me how many people are getting married! Congratulations to all you brides and grooms, and trust me from experience, you are going to really need a honeymoon after getting married! A wedding is a lot of work (less work if you do a destination wedding and even less work if you elope) but also a wonderful celebration of life and love. At the Bridal Show I would say ½ the brides wanted to go to Tahiti or Hawaii, but had no clue as to how far away they were and how much those destinations cost. One young lady asked me when the best time would be for her to go to Fiji and I told her, “either in 2010 or when you get your braces off”. Ladies, what is the rush to the altar? Take your time. Marriage is a huge commitment and so much work. Make sure this is really what you want to do. Our trip cancellation insurance does not include changing your mind about getting married (though I think there should be an insurance brides and grooms can buy to get refunds for their wedding in case of a runaway situation).
Assuming you do get married, enjoy your honeymoon. Go someplace special, but not that special that it takes you 2 days to get there and you spend ½ the money you received as gifts.One time a groom called to book his honeymoon to St. Lucia and it was over $5,000. He asked if he could have another month to pay for it because he was cashing in his 401K. I just couldn’t take his reservation. I am sure he ended up booking his honeymoon somewhere else, but at least I slept well that night.I have some great tips to save some money for your honeymoon- skipping your morning Starbucks is just not enough.Forget the gym membership- you’ll join and never go because you are so busy getting ready for your wedding.Don’t buy any fancy creams and lotions to get rid of wrinkles and spots. The cheap ones work just as well (which is not very well).Turn down the heat or air and use more or less blankets.Sneak your snacks into the movies if you insist on going to the movies.Stop buying things on sale just because they are on sale.Carpool to work or take public transportation.Stop buying wedding magazines and self-help books. Go to the bookstore, and read them there. If they didn’t want you to do that, they wouldn’t supply such comfortable couches and chairs.Sell all your junk (and your significant other’s junk) on ebay. One man’s junk is another man’s treasure.
Now that you can afford a honeymoon call Maritza at extention 102 or email her at msavoy@yourtripinformation.info and let her plan the perfect trip for you.For me personally, I think any all-inclusive that serves alcohol 24 hours a day, is the perfect honeymoon destination (that’s why you should call Maritza).I also think that if you love the person you are with you will have a great time wherever you go.
Happiness is what you make of life, not a destination.
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