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Budget Cultural Vacations

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No one ever said we couldn't experience cultural insights on a budget. Traveling the world and discovering more about its people, places, and past times is crucial in a rich and fulfilling life and if you're looking to budget your cultural vacations then you've got the right idea. Money doesn't have to make your world go round. You can spend time taking in all the Earths greatest cultural wonders, like Bali for example.  Bali is an Indonesian island known for its forested volcanic mountains, iconic rice paddies, beaches and coral reefs. Watch this video and learn more about how to budget for your cultural vacations.

3 Beneficial Tips For Booking All-Inclusive Vacations

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When booking your all-inclusive vacation make sure to keep these tips in mind. Book During the Off-Season.  Travelers who book at the right time can save hundreds of dollars on a ticket or room, while people who push the button at the wrong time can see their rates double.  You'll get the best deals in the Caribbean and Mexico from the end of May through October .  During the dry season expect sunny weather which is almost  guaranteed. The high season for tourism. It's a time when visitors flock in to escape the northern winter. This peak season period is the most expensive time to visit, If you want to visit the peak season, check out the price fluctuations from one week to the next. The highest prices and heaviest demands occur around Christmas, New Year, Spring Break, and Easter. Take Advantage of Early Booking Bonuses. Make sure to book in advance to save tons of money on your next inclusive vacation.

When To book Your Cruise?

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The  cheapest times  to  cruise  are typically in the late summer and fall because of hurricane  season , but you can often find patches of bargain sailings, especially during the early weeks of December and in the spring. It's  best  to  book a cruise  six to 12 months  ahead  for the  best price , but you might be able to snag a  better deal  if you  have  the flexibility to wait a bit longer.  Getting  the delicate balance right on  booking a cruise  can be tricky.  Book  too  early  and you risk paying through the nose. The  closer  you  get  to the departure  date , the  cheaper  the  cruise  becomes because  cruise  ships don't want to depart with half-empty boats, so they drop prices steadily until that boat is leaving port, since for them empty cabins mean less money.

Go Visit These Top 3 Caribbean Restaurants

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Saint Lucia  The new opportunity to experience a taste of the eastern Caribbean. That's thanks to the opening of Jewels Caribbean at 2230 N. Martin Luther King Dr., a restaurant that's been more than a year in the making.  The restaurant, which promises a tropical escape both in terms of atmosphere and cuisine, will offer a menu filled with family recipes for dishes that conjure the flavors of Trinidad, Saint Lucia and the surrounding islands. Sheer Rocks, Antigua   The Caribbean’s new number one restaurant is a marvel, from the most stunning location of any eatery in the region (day or night) to a miraculous menu that takes Michelin-style menus conceived by Chef Simon Christey-French  to truly admirable, locally-focused sourcing. What’s most impressive, though, is the restaurant’s commitment to culinary education and training. Because it’s not just a world-class restaurant in the Caribbean. It’s a truly Caribbean restaurant, headed by wunderkin

How To Pack For A Cruise

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There's more to packing for a cruise than throwing a pile of clothes and accessories into a suitcase. Cruises need to consider factors like cruise line dress codes and temperature differences between homeports and ports of call. If you want to know how to pack,  you're  in the right spot. Bring activity-appropriate clothing and shoes.  Bring a Back   Pack   or Beach Tote. Bring Sunscreen and After-Sun Lotion.  Bring Your Own Toiletries. Bring Medications for Upset Stomach and Motion Sickness.  Bring an Underwater Camera. Bring Cash for Tipping.  Bring a Portable Back Up Battery Charger.

Inclusive Resorts Just For Couples

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When booking your inclusive vacations and you want to go just as a couple, it is important to book the vacations you deserve and to get away. Beautiful sceneries, fresh feeling, fun in the sun. These are the best places to travel to and stay as a couple. Sanctuary Cap Cana - Dominican Republic. Find an alluring Caribbean getaway at our Punta Cana All Inclusive resort for adults only. The artistry of Excellence Punta Cana comes tailored for you to indulge among magnificent natural surroundings, lagoon-style pools, and matchless golden sand beaches. Here, every lush corner of our resort is brimming with romance, warmth, relaxation, and the benefits of a true adults only experience in a tropical Caribbean atmosphere. Excellence Playa Mujeres - Mexico. A Playful Paradise - the All-Inclusive  Playa Mujeres Excellence  Resort. Special Offers. Ten international restaurants, world class spa, all-inclusive activities. Terrace Suites. All Inclusive Luxury

What Its Like To Work On A Cruiseship

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For the average person, cruise ships are like huge floating playgrounds full of crazy amenities like zip lines and planetariums, all-you-can-eat buffets and restaurants. For those who spend months on end on the high seas, it's a very different world. It's crazy long hours Often, crew works up to eight months without a single day off. Many of them aren't even allowed to disembark at ports. Crew members are super hard working and work weeks are 70 hours a week without a single day off for 6-8 months at a time. The best way to describe no days off is waking up to your alarm and every single day feels like a Monday morning. Sleeping with guests is a no-no "Crew members sleep with crew members. Crew sleeping with passengers is strictly (like, kick you off the next day strictly) forbidden." There are crew-only areas Depending on the ship, crews have their own gyms, lounge areas, dining rooms, and decks. Almost every ship, however,

Top 4 Cultural Vacations

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A sense of place and a respect for local culture are integral elements of all of the properties in the Seven Seas Travel vacations. The benefits of getting outside your comfort zone and experiencing other cultures  and people is immense. It builds confidence and empathy and strengthens our sense of self while at the same time helping us to feel connected to others.  Peru Go and experience its ancient ruins and culture. The ancient Inca ruins are considered to be some of the most beautiful and mysterious sites in the world. You'll find some of their most impressive ruins in the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu; which are best experienced when hiking the Inca Trail. Italy Culture, history, food, wine, lakes, beaches, mountains, ancient ruins – one can go on and on about Italy! The darling of many avid travellers, Italy makes you fall in love right from the word go. Every region of Italy is distinct and has its own charm, attractions, and cuisines, making it

Picking From The Cruise Schedules Of The Activities

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When you first walk up to the cruise you're going to get a list of the activity list of all you can do. Some of your favorite things are all happening at the same time!  On a cruise there's tons of activities to partake in for you and your families to attend! Lots of choices like extreme water slides, Disney cruise lines, s peedy zip-lines, r ock climbing walls,  sky-course ropes challenge,  a t-sea ice skating,  flow-rider surfing simulation, r ipcord by I-fly skydiving simulation, g o-karting on deck and more!

Copenhagen / Europes Newest Hot Spot

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Visit Copenhagen Danish fashion and design, culture and the nordic cuisine are all good incentives to head to the Danish capital this year.  Denmark has long had a strong association with jazz and many of the greats have not only performed there but lived there as well, especially during the '50s and '60s where the racial atmosphere was more relaxed than in the United States. We had great experiences at two of the city's top clubs, Jazzcup and Jazzhus Montmarte.  There are many options as bicycles and thus bike tours are ubiquitous in Copenhagen.  free canal tours which start from Nyhavn (New Harbour), a 17th-century waterfront district, lined with brightly colored townhouses, bars, cafes and restaurants.

Inclusive Resorts = No Arguments

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Booking All-Inclusive Vacations Is A Great Way To Avoid A rguing. All-inclusive resorts in a vacation that includes at a minimum lodging, three meals daily, soft drinks, most alcoholic drinks, gratuities, and possibly other services in the price. They also offer sports and non-motorized water-sports and other activities that are included in the price as well. You know in advance what your vacation is going to cost so no worries, no surprises. You’re more likely to try new things and  avoid disagreements over which activities to choose   You get a free, supervised kids’ club so you all can enjoy your vacation fully. There are no arguments over food. Just relax, live a little.

Your World. Your Way.

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Welcome to Seven Seas Travel! A family owned and operated travel agency located in St Clair Shores, Michigan. We have served our customers since 1964.  Our agents offer a combined total of over 50 years of travel experience specializing in Caribbean, Southwestern US (Las Vegas), Southeastern US (Florida), Hawaiian, South American, Alaskan, and European travel destinations. Go where you want to go. Be who you want to be.       We offer an escape to all the wonders of the world where you can travel to in peace and harmony. Where you'll find all sorts of animals in their natural habitats. Explore the world from every angle.  Our website