The hottest cruise destinations are selling out
SAN DIEGO, Jan. 8, 2007 — In early 2006, CLIA (Cruise Line International Association) forecasted that 11.7 million passengers were to embark on cruises from North American ports throughout the year. Although official 2006 numbers have not yet been released, 2007 is expected to be an even more successful year for cruise vacations, and America’s Vacation Center (AVC), one of the leading travel agencies in the nation, is already seeing cruises selling out for spring and summer.
One of the top-producing agencies in the American Express Travel Representative Network, AVC, is already seeing that some of the world’s largest cruise lines are selling out for top destinations such as Alaska and Europe. With the average person taking 4 to 6 months to plan their cruise vacations, according to CLIA, time is ticking to plan a trip for the spring and summer months.
2007 brings the debut of new ships from Carnival Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, and more, which feature endless innovative facilities such as rock-climbing walls, bowling alleys, and surf simulators.
AVC, http://www.AmericasVacationCenter.com, invites consumers to make their summer plans now with the help of a professional travel agent in order to make the vacation planning process fun, informed, and seamless. AVC’s agents are specialists in the travel industry and have extensive experience in cruising and vacation packages. With their expertise, AVC agents are sure to match clients with an ideal vacation and truly make the planning experience a breeze.
"We encourage all of our past and future customers to not wait until the last minute to book summer vacations. By postponing their decisions, customers end up paying more and lose precious planning time," said Van Anderson, co- president of AVC. "At AVC we pride ourselves on our relationship with American Express and with the unparalleled level of customer service that our travel agents provide all of our clients."
According to CLIA, 4 out of 5 cruisers use travel agents to book their cruises. With all of the details involved in booking a cruise, from getting a passport to planning shore excursions, professional agents are still in high demand. The cost of travel is estimated to continually rise in 2007, therefore booking through an agent can save consumers a substantial amount of money.
"Cruising was our family’s best vacation decision. We couldn’t have pulled it off without our AVC travel agent. There are just so many details and we had millions of questions," said Ed Salomon, an AVC client. "We felt incredibly comfortable knowing our travel agent was a part of America’s Vacation Center / American Express and loved the fact that we could always contact our agent with any questions or concerns. It truly felt like a vacation from beginning to end."
Consumers interested in booking their next trip with America’s Vacation Center, an American Express Travel Representative, should call 800-753-1463 or visit http://www.AmericasVacationCenter.com.
About America’s Vacation Center (AVC):
With more than 40 years of experience and a half-million clients served, America’s Vacation Center(R) (http://www.AmericasVacationCenter.com) is one of the top-producing travel agencies in the American Express Travel Representative Network. AVC is a leading seller of cruises and vacation packages from suppliers such as American Express Vacations, Carnival Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Holland America Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, Royal Caribbean, and more.
Contact:
Ashley Wolf
PR Manager
America’s Vacation Center
760-233-7630 x267
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