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Eastern Caribbean Cruise HOP

February 20-27, 2010

Round trip from Ft Lauderdale, FL

Hosts: Dave and Brenda Neil #2978

Ahh, the Eastern Caribbean.  Sail to a dazzling array of cultural and historical ports, islands overflowing with the beauty of nature, crystal-clear surf, coral reefs, mountain peaks, and waterfalls.  Spend sunshine-filled days sailing through the tropics onboard the Italian MSC Poesia whose maiden voyage was in 2008.  This elegant ship boasts a spectacular waterfall with bridges in the foyer, a zen garden in the sushi bar, and a serene 13,000-square foot spa.  You can enjoy a wine-tasting bar or casual outdoor Mojito bar and movies under the stars on an immense screen by the pool.

Imagine crépes Florentine, pumpkin risotto with truffle oil, and lobster with coriander and anise.  In each ship’s main restaurant, dining is a special occasion with MSC’s renowned seven-course menu, including a different regional Italian specialty each night.  They call their medley of fresh Mediterranean flavors La Cucina Italiana.  You’ll take pleasure in the fresh taste of gourmet Italian food served in an elegant European atmosphere. 

Socials

We have requested two socials; as soon as they are confirmed, we will post them on the website.  You will also get a letter under your cabin door the first night of cruising with the social dates and times as well as location. 

RV and Car Parking

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) Pier

Car:  There are several options for car parking.  Prices start at $12.00 and go up to $15.00 per day.  Go to http://www.porteverglades.net/cruising/ for more information about the different options.

RV: RV parking is available at the pier with a limit of 68” for $19.00 per day.  The  Park ’N Go which is off site has no limit on RV length and their price is $25.00 per day as of April 2009.  There is a free shuttle available to the pier and they have an employee on the grounds 24/7.  Please go to http://www.porteverglades.net/cruising/ for additional information. 

Magnolia Lake RV Park

RV parking will be available at Magnolia Lake RV Park in Livingston, TX, for people flying out of Houston, TX.  Pricing will be $5.00 per day for dry-camp and $10.00 for full-hookup sites. Sites are available on a first-come first-served basis. If you’d like to stay in your RV for a few days before the cruise, parking is $15.00 per day, full hook-up sites.   No pets may be left in rigs. Make your reservations by calling Darryl Wheeler at Magnolia Lake RV Park at 936-365-4910 or 936-328-9786, or contact him at magnoliarvpark@eastex.net.

Pet Provisions:

The following businesses will kennel cats and/or dogs.  The Escapees RV Club does not in any way endorse or recommend these services.  We are just providing you with contact information. 

Livingston

Itinerary

Pricing is as follows:

Bonus

$25.00 pp on board credit with a limit of $50.00 per cabin. 

A deposit of $100.00 per person is due at time of reservation, with the final payment due December 4, 2009.  Reservations can be made by calling Dorothy Peterson of Peterson Travel Services at 800-737-6435, or by e-mail at Dorothy@petersoncruises.com.  Air prices are not included in the prices stated above. Air may also be reserved by calling Dorothy Peterson.

Short-term evacuation insurance is now available from SkyMed. For more information on this, you can call 337-263-3030 or e-mail Dick and Marilyn Rogers (SKP #61011) at rogers@skymed.com.

Please view the HOP Cancellation Policy.