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May 2010
REID TRAVEL
326 East Palmetto Park Road
Boca Raton, Florida 33432
561-395-6670 * 800-248-8404
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Hollywood, Florida was purchased in 1920 for $175 per acre by Joseph Wesley Young who named it after his home town of Hollywood, California!
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In what country will the government not allow portraits of living persons to appear on stamps?
* email the correct answer to our trivia question to mail@reidtravel.com by May 31 for your entry in the drawing for a $25 travel certificate.
For the answer to last month's question, scroll to the bottom of this newsletter.
Be sure to check next month's e-news for another fun trivia question and the answer to this one!
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SUMMERTIME AND THE CRUISIN' IS EASY!
Summer 2010 offers several new "close to home" cruise destinations. |
 Holland America is returning to Bermuda for the first time in nearly 10 years. The newly renovated Veendam will be sailing from New York roundtrip for seven days between May and October. Featured will be three days in Bermuda, one in the old city of St George's and two in Hamilton. The Veendam is now sporting new cabin categories - Lanai staterooms offer sliding glass doors opening on the Promenade Deck and Spa staterooms with special spa amenities.
There are two great choices for luxury cruising in Canada /  New England for the Fall 2010 season. The Crystal Symphony will be sailing four 11-night cruises in September and October between New York and Montreal. And the Silver Whisper will position to New York on September 14 for three 10-night cruises to and from Montreal. 
The Caribbean now has a new premium line choice for the summer of 2010. Celebrity Cruises has the Solstice sailing seven days roundtrip Ft. Lauderdale. This definitely gives cruisers a viable alternative to enjoy such a first class ship during this current season.
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Help protect your home by using some of these safety measures before your departure:
- Suspend your newspaper and mail delivery; or have a neighbor collect them for you.
- Don't tell people you are going to be away.
- Set your lights on timers in various rooms to come on and go off at different times.
- Inform a neighbor or friend when you're leaving and returning and ask them to keep an eye out for anything suspicious. Be sure to leave them a contact phone number in the event of an emergency.
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 from the desk of Trish Timmerman....
Absolute Must Do Places to see and Experience in your Lifetime
If Australia and New Zealand are not on that list, they need to be!
Yes, it's on the other side of the globe, but it's well worth the trip. Re-set your clock to Down Under time and enjoy all the magnificent sights.
For those that prefer escorted tours ....
Tauck World Discovery offers a 20 day tour from Melbourne to Christchurch. Expert guides will accompany you on a comprehensive itinerary including sights such as:
- Australia: UNESCO World Heritage site Great Barrier Reef, mystical Ayers rock in the Outback, cosmopolitan Sydney with bridge walking and one of my favorites - koala and kangaroo viewing at Featherdale Wildlife Park!. Then venture into the Blue Mountains outside of Sydney.
- New Zealand: Shotover Jet boating adventure outside Queenstown along with Fjordland National Park, Milford Sound cruise and of course - sheep shearing on a private farm; to name a few of the stops on this comprehensive, exhilarating land tour of Down Under.
For the independent traveler ....
- Driving yourself or private touring with a driver/guide is also an option. Signs are all in English.
- Farm stays are a must do for one or two nights. It's a great way to meet the local Kiwi's.
Don't put it off any longer; it's time to make the trip while you're still youthful and adventuresome.
Reid Travel will work with you on deciding which of the many opportunities "down under" you want to experience. |
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from the desk of Frances Wood ....
Seagate Hotel & Spa; Delray Beach, Florida
Escape to a getaway of luxury and leisure where the beauty of the beach meets the sophistication of the city. Discover all of this and more at The Seagate Hotel & Spa, a boutique hotel by the ocean and beyond your expectations in the charming resort town of Delray Beach, Florida.
Experience the signature Seagate Spa, fitness center, Atlantic Grille, generously sized rooms with balconies overlooking Delray's Atlantic Avenue with boutiques, galleries and restaurants along with exclusive guest privileges at the private Seagate Beach Club.
Having stayed at the hotel I can highly recommend it as the perfect getaway. You are truly in the middle of all the new buzz that has transformed Delray into a "happening" destination. Be sure you enjoy their signature drink "Jelly Belly" at Jellies Bar.
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 How many of you have always dreamed of a World Cruise? Well, now is the time to zero in on world cruises for 2011. Over the next few issues, Reid Travel will offer information on several world cruises from varying cruise lines.
- Regent Seven Seas Voyager. 145 days from San Francisco to London (January 13 - June 7). Special pricing as well as unlimited shore excursions, free business class air, shipboard credits, visas, luggage shipping, complimentary laundry and more. For complete information and additional Signature amenities click here.
- Seabourn Sojourn. 111 days from Los Angeles to London (January 5 - April 26). Special pricing and excursions, free first class air, shipboard credits, luggage shipping, pre-cruise gala, special gift and more. For complete information and additional Signature amenities click here.
- Crystal Serenity. 110 days from Los Angeles to London (January 17 - May 8). Special pricing as well as shipboard credits, onboard events and gifts, pre-paid gratuities, private car transfers and more. For complete information and additional Signature amenities click here.
Look for Silversea and two Cunard Queens next month. And just a reminder that segments of the cruises can be booked in case you want a shorter vacation.
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from the desk of Julia Shore....
Perched on a bluff overlooking a spectacular stretch of sand and lush landscaped gardens lies La Samana. This world-class luxury resort is tucked away on the beautiful island of St. Martin in the Caribbean. Just a few hours from Miami, this Mediterranean style hotel offers 83 rooms and private villas spread over 55 beach front acres. It's an ideal place for weekend get-aways, offering seclusion, luxury, elegance and superb French cuisine. Enjoy the ambiance of the French side of the island with its chic shops and the prized restaurants close by in Grand Case. Luxury awaits!
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For The Foodie .......
 from the desk of Janet Pringle ....
Shrimp Remoulade
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup chopped celery
- 3/4 cup chopped scallions (white & green parts)
- 1/2 cup chopped parsley
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup tomato puree
- 1/2 cup Creole mustard or any coarse, grainy brown mustard
- 2 TB prepared horseradish, or to taste
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 TB Spanish hot paprika
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup salad oil
- 36 to 48 jumbo (15 count) shrimp, peeled, lightly boiled and chilled
1 small head of iceberg lettuce, washed, dried and cut into thin ribbons
PREPARATION:
1. A day before serving, finely chop in a food processor the celery, scallions, parsley and onions. Add the ketchup, tomato puree, Creole mustard, horseradish, vinegar, paprika and Worcestershire. While processing, add the oil in a slow drizzle to emulsify. Stop when the dressing is smooth.
2. Chill for 6 to 8 hours or overnight. Correct the seasoning if needed after the ingredients have melded.
3. In a large mixing bowl, add the sauce to the shrimp and toss gently to coat. Divide the lettuce among 6 to 8 chilled salad plates. Divide the shrimp evenly atop the lettuce. Serves 6 to 8. |
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