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Miami is perfect for a shopping and beach holiday, so it’s the best of both worlds
Stay at the Eden Roc – it is has easy access to Ocean Drive, all the clubs, bars and restaurants
Suggest a cruise to your client if they’re travelling to Miami or other parts of America
so many different aspects to being on board, with all the entertainment, restaurants and bars. I don’t think we saw the whole ship, but we did try.
Q: How was the trip to the Bahamas? A: Going from Miami to the Bahamas added a whole other level of luxury. It was amazing to sail around the islands and we travelled to the blue lagoon on a smaller boat and, with music playing, it was the most relaxing experience.
again how amazing it was, but nothing compares to the Miami malls. I’ve been recommending the Simon Shopping discount booklet to customers and have had some great feedback too.
Q: How did Norwegian differ from other cruises you’ve experienced? A: I had only ever been on ships for visits so I was blown away by the full cruise experience on NCL. There are
Q: How has going on the trip helped you sell the destinations? A: As my first experience of cruising, shopping in Miami and the Bahamas I have been championing these destinations and have had great feedback from several clients.
Q: What made you enter the Cover Stars competition in the first place? A: I had always read Travel Weekly and seen the Cover Stars trips each year. I couldn’t believe I won the first year I entered, I was so overwhelmed. The whole trip was something you only dream about and I definitely came back with lifelong friends.
Samantha was amazed by cruise First-time cruiser Samantha was in awe of the cruise experience and couldn’t believe the quality and quantity of entertainment, activities and food on Norwegian Escape. The agent, who now works for Dawson
& Sanderson, but during the trip worked for Thomas Cook, said she has been championing cruises to her clients since she returned from Miami. “The entertainment was amazing, we
saw the Brat Pack shows, which I would absolutely recommend. The slide was one of the most exciting parts of the cruise, too. I couldn’t wait to see the amazing views from the transparent part.” Samantha also enjoyed the food and
said she would definitely go on another cruise. “It was just really fun and there were much younger people than I expected and also Americans onboard who made you feel so welcome. “The sail-away party was one of my favourite moments.”
l Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism:
massholiday.co.uk
l Brand USA:
discoveramerica.com l Virgin Holidays:
vhols4agents.co.uk l Simon Shopping Destinations:
simon.com/travel
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