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Happy Wednesday!
I have a FANTASTIC opportunity for the last minute traveler. We have a 5 Night sailing on the Empress of the Seas departing on September 17, 2016. It is roundtrip out of Miami.
• Miami, FL
• Key West, FL
• Cruising
• Cozumel
• Cruising
• Miami
The great news is that the rates are UNBELIEVABLE
• Interior starting at $198
• Oceanview starting at $249
• Deluxe/Suites starting at $548



$199 -- Caribbean 5-Night Cruise incl. Meals & More
Source: Royal Caribbean/TZ

Five-night cruises aboard Royal Caribbean --votedthe No. 1 cruise line for families byTravel + Leisure -- were just dropped to $199 per person. This breaks down to a rare $40 per person, per day for an inside cabin, all meals and entertainment.

Here is our favorite offer from the entire sale:

  • $199 ... Roundtrip Miami onEmpress of the Seas
    Five nights, Sept. 17; Oct. 10

As a bonus, book any of the sailings below to receive prepaid gratuities:

  • $299 ... Roundtrip from Miami onNavigator of the Seas
    Five nights, Dec. 4
  • $349 ... Roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale onIndependence of the Seas
    Five nights, Dec. 3
  • $499 ... Roundtrip from Galveston onLiberty of the Seas
    Seven nights, Sept. 25; Oct. 9
  • $639 ... Roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale onAllureofthe Seas
    Seven nights, Oct. 16; Nov. 27; +$10-$40 Oct. 9, 23, 30; Dec. 11

This is part of a larger sale on all Royal Caribbean cruises worldwide, including onboard credits and prepaid gratuities. Kids can also cruise for free on select sailings -- ask which room types can accommodate four guests when booking.

Note:Taxes are an additional $98-$122 per person, depending on sail date.

Book by Aug. 23. Top 20 deal – sells out quickly.

$99-$129 -- Michigan's Gold Coast in Summer or Fall
Source: Crystal Mountain/TZ

The Deal

With this offer, you can lock in great rates at Crystal Mountain Resortin Michigan's Gold Coast, one of Travel + Leisure'sbest fall foliage getaways.

  • Crystal Colony rooms startat $99 per night
  • Options to upgrade to the largerInn at the Mountain Suite or theWintergreen Condo with two bedrooms and two bathrooms
  • Travel through Nov. 30

$994 -- New Punta Cana Resort: 5 Nights from Detroit
Source: Apple Vacations/TZ

New resorts don’t open very often in Punta Cana, but we have an exclusive deal at a brand-new 4-star resort, starting at $994 per person, including airfare. Be among the first to try out the pillow menu, butler service, water park, pools and beach wait service at this property.

This Punta Cana package includes the following:

  • Roundtrip international airfare from Detroit to Punta Cana
  • Five nights in a junior suite at the Luxury Bahia Principe Fantasia, Don Pablo Collection
  • Proximity to Bavaro Beach,one of the nicest stretches of sand in the Caribbean
  • Unlimited meals and drinks, including alcohol, at five restaurants and six bars
  • Other amenities: a kids water park, a pillow menu, 24-hour room service, free Wi-Fi throughout the resort and a spa
  • This resort is part of the Don Pablo Collection, Bahia's high-end brand featuring modern rooms and butler service (upon request)

The Luxury Bahia Principe Fantasia, Don Pablo Collection is scheduled to soft open in November. If the resort does not open, Apple Vacations will move travelers to a nearby Bahia resort for no extra charge.

Depart: Nov. 4, 11, 13, 29; Dec. 4, 7

Upgrades are available to the posh adults-only Breathless Punta Cana resort, complete with a prime Bavaro Beach location and a lazy river. This offer is part of a larger salethat includesdiscounted three- to nine-night vacation packages for additional gateways.

Note: Prices fluctuate daily with airfare availability, but at publication time, this deal was available for select departures noted above.

Book by Aug. 31. Top 20 deal – sells out quickly

$135 -- Michigan Family Resort & Water Park
Source: Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City/TZ

The Deal

All-weather family fun comes with every stay at Great Wolf, where an overnighter includes nearly two full days of access to the 35,000-square-foot indoor water park -- a 35% savings compared with other resorts.

  • In a savings exclusive to members , prices start at $135 per night
  • Spaciousfamily suites include four daily passes to the water park
  • Upgraded themed rooms are also discounted
  • Midweek Sept. 5 - Dec. 16; weekends also discounted

Why we love it

  • All stays include daily passes to the indoor water park; access starts 1 p.m. on check-in day and lasts all day after check-out
  • Miniature golf, bowling alley, arcadeand a spa
  • Spacious suites fit 4-8; some themed with tents and caves
  • Five restaurants serve a wide range of dining options from breakfast buffets to take-out pizza

$109 -- Fairmont Chicago Stay w/Discounted Parking, 55% Off
Source: Fairmont Chicago/TZ

The Fairmont Chicago is "one of the Loop's most popular hotels" (Travel + Leisure), perfectly situated near Millennium Park, the Chicago River and the Magnificent Mile.Members can save big on a holiday trip with discounted parking over select dates into early 2017.

What's included & when

  • $109 per night in a Fairmont room ... Oct. 27 - Nov. 2, Nov. 20-26; Dec. 15 - Jan. 4 and Feb. 12-18
  • Bonus: $199 per night for an upgraded Fairmont Gold room ... Sept. 1-11
  • All offers include 50% off parking ($35 value)
  • New Year's Eve arrivals require a two-night minimum stay
  • Room price based on two guests

Fairmont rooms feature one king or two double beds and many offer views of the skyline or river, along with plush bedding and marble bathrooms with separate a separate soaking tub and shower. Upgraded Fairmont Gold rooms are on higher floors for better views of the city, lake or river and come with access to the private lounge, which includes hot breakfast each morning and a complimentary cocktail reception in the evening.

Rate based on double occupancy. This rate is non-refundable and requires one-night prepayment.

Book by Aug. 24. Top 20 deal – sells out quickly.

$1399 -- No. 1 Europe River Cruise: Christmas Market Dates
Source: Uniworld Boutique River Cruises/TZ

Here’s one of the best ways to travel through the heart of Europe: an all-inclusive, luxury river cruise line that was just named the No. 1 River Cruise Line on the Travel + Leisure "World's Best" list.

With Uniworld, just about everything is included in the price: all meals on board, unlimited beverages, free shore excursions, gratuities, port charges and Wi-Fi. Even better, this price is up to $1520 off current rates.

Sail in a riverview cabin on this seven-night 2016 itinerary that visits quaint European towns brimming with iconic Christmas markets:

  • Classic Christmas: stops include Nuremberg, Bamberg and Frankfurt
    $1399 ... Dec. 19; +$200 Nov. 28

Additional weeklong winter 2016 and spring 2017 dates are also discounted as part of this sale:

  • Bordeaux, Vineyards and Chateaux: stops includeSaint-Emilion and Cadillac
    $1399 ... March 12, 2017; +$200 April 2, 2017
  • Holland and Belgium at Tulip Time: stops include Heusen and Antwerp
    $1399 ... March 26, 2017
  • Rhine Holiday: stops include Koblenz and Mainz
    $1399 ... Dec. 19, 2016
  • Enchanting Danube: stops include Vienna and Bratislava
    $1499 ... March 26, 2017; +$50 April 2, 2017

This deal ispart of a larger salethat includes peak spring and summer dates. Lavish cabins feature handcrafted beds with Egyptian cotton sheets and marble bathrooms. Each Uniworld ship houses a fitness center, spa, library and locally sourced cuisine.

Note:Taxes are an additional $175 for 2016 sailings. All taxes are included in the fare for 2017 sailings.

Book by Aug. 24. Top 20 deal – sells out quickly


AND WE'RE STILL TAKING CARE OF EVERYTHING
Unlimited gourmet dining and spirits, daily entertainment and activities, fully stocked in-room mini-bar, and so much more!
HURRY! THIS SALE ENDS OCTOBER 24
BOOK BY:October 24, 2016
TRAVEL BY:December 22, 2016
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
PLUS, OPTIMIZE YOUR SAVINGS WITH THESE ADDITIONAL PERKS:
*All promotions are not applicable at all brands.

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/ Oakwood Miracle Mile
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*Rate rules, minimum stay and maximum stay requirements apply. Offer valid for new reservations only at participating properties. Offer is based on availability. This special rate offer is non-transferable and cannot be combined with any other promotional offers or discounts. Offer is subject to change at any time. This promotion is not valid with insurance claims and/or policyholder housing. Not valid for corporate clients. Not valid for group/block business. Other terms and conditions may apply. Within the U.S. credit card payments may be subject to a 2.5% convenience fee. Other payment methods, including ACH, wire transfer, cashier's check or money order are available.

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