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Important Update for Travelers Departing From NYC Area Airports

In an effort to improve
customer service at JFK International Airport in NYC,
Delta Airlines now requires baggage be checked a minimum of 45 minutes before departure time on DOMESTIC flights. The change, effective October 15, also applies to customers flying Delta Connections well as code share flights operated by the airline.

Gone are the days when you can arrive at the airport with 15 minutes to spare and still make your flight. Despite the fact that schedule delays have hit an all-time high, your chances of getting bumped have increased. Overbooking is now commonplace and your best protection is to arrive early.

Customers who miss the 45-minute window, will be notified during check-in. Similar policies are already in place at airports in Atlanta, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Orlando and Denver. Delta's International flights still require a minimum 1 hour advance check-in.

It's important to check with your carrier, as policies change frequently. Click here for FAA's site list of U.S. airline websites or contact Simply Juicy Travel for further information.

Best Regards,

Eileen
Simply Juicy Travel, New York

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Enjoy Labor Day Weekend Aboard The Queen Mary2

Dear Simply Juicy Travelers,

Still yearning to getaway this summer, but didn't have time to book your vacation? Too many hours at work make you ache for a few days off to relax and pamper yourself?  Need some romantic time with your significant other? or an end of summer romp with the kids? If any of those options appeal to you, consider spending your Labor Day Weekend aboard the Queen Mary 2.

Departing New York on August 31, the Queen Mary 2 will spend 4 luxurious days on the eastern coast, sailing to Halifax, Nova Scotia and back.  And for a limited time you can have a balcony stateroom for about the same price as an inside cabin...$799.00 pp (+ tax and port fees).

What better time to sample this luxurious ocean liner, with its exceptional children's program (run by certified British Nanny's) and highly acclaimed Canyon Ranch Spa. Party with your girlfriends, meet some new people, or just chill with that juicy best-seller you've been dying to read.

For a truly memorable weekend...just get yourself to the ship on time.

Contact us for more details on this sailing, or fill out this short form and we'll reserve your cabin on the Queen Mary 2 right away.

Ahoy from New York,

eileen@simplyjuicytravel.com

Girlfriend Getaway: Shop the Summer Sales in Paris

Dear Simply Juicy Travelers,

Looking for a unique Girlfriend Getaway or a memorable Mother-Daughter experience?  Eager to start your holiday shopping, or just need a mental health break?

How 'bout a little shopping therapy...in PARIS. Yep, that's right. If you're up for some chic retail adventure, grab your favorite gal-pal and spend a few wonderful days in this ultra-chic city.

Now's the time to find those fashionable Parisian bargains. Held only twice yearly, the shops in Paris are holding their best summer sales. But do hurry...the sales only last until August 4.

Sound enticing? Simply Juicy Travel can help you get to there! If you'd like to go to Paris, we have some exclusive specials for accommodations right in the middle of the action. Fill out this short form, and we'll get right back to you.

And if you need more excuses (uhhh...I mean reasons) to convince yourself (or your significant other) that you need some retail therapy, we'll be glad to help you with that as well.

Happy Shopping!

eileen@simplyjuicytravel.com

Ten Best Reasons to Cruise on the Queen Mary 2 (Part II)

  6) Movies Under the Stars - Dress up in your comfiest PJ's out and have some fun at the outdoor movie screenings located at the Boardwalk Cafe.

  7) Inquiring Minds - Cunard has one of the most ambitious programs of its kind, housed in a 20,000 square foot learning complex called Cunard Connections. Choose from a variety of courses ranging from software programs to foreign language, meet and hear fascinating experts in subjects such as history, the arts, science and world affairs. Enjoy cooking classes, Bridge, creative arts and other entertaining activities (including presentations by the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.)

  8) The Sky's The Limit - The QM2 is the first ship with its own planetarium. In Illuminations, you can enjoy fascinating presentations, virtual journey's into space and special films created just for her.including some produced by prestigious institutions like the American Museum of Natural History's Hayden Planetarium and the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum.

    9) Dancing Fools - Improve your steps with a salsa or line dancing class in the opulent Queens Room.

  10) Looking for a Quick Getaway?  -  You need to chill but can only spare a long weekend? With you in mind, the QM2 has developed some 4-day itineraries, departing from NYC.

Interested? Contact Simply Juicy Travel for special cruise rates and exclusive ammenities.

Ten Best Reasons to Cruise on the Queen Mary (Pt. I)

Sail the Queen Mary 2 and discover all of the wonderful surprises she has to offer. I'm limited to a top ten list which will only scratch the surface, but suffice it to say, she has something for everyone.  Check the list to find some compelling reasons to explore the Queen for yourself.  

1) Exceptional Children's Programs- Who knew? The Queen Mary 2 offers a great children's  program.  Staffed by British nannies who are required to complete a specialized 2-year program, the QM2 accepts children earlier than most other cruise lines (ages 1 year and up).  With a separate nursery for sleeping children, the kids program offers something for every age. The kid's complex, The Zone, is divided in age groups and offers complimentary supervised activities from 9am to midnight. Even teens will find something of interest with activities that include ship tours, movies, production shows (in the theater) and pizza parties.

    2) A Spot of Tea?- Indulge in a truly British tradition. White-gloved servers present scones, finger sandwiches and premium tea in the Queens room and on deck.

    3) Relax, Rejuvenate and Reward Yourself- Considered on of the best spas at sea, Canyon Ranch brings it's gold standard to the QM2. At 20,000 square feet, with 20 separate treatment rooms, this is also one of the largest spa's at sea. The facilities offer a Thalassotherapy Pool with airbed recliner lounges, neck fountains, a waterfall, air tub and body massage jet benches. Some of the more unique treatments include a Middle Eastern Rasul Ceremony (performed with medicinal mud) and Shiatsu, administered while a therapist hangs from a bar on the ceiling using his/her feet! A client of mine reports that the Thai Massage is a standout.

4) Calling All Pet Lovers - Cats and Dogs are welcome on  transatlantic crossings between New York and Southampton. QM2's kennel program is overseen by a full-time kennel master who takes care of responsibilities such as feeding, walking and cleaning the ship's 12 spacious kennels. And because the kennels are open throughout the day, owners can spend significant time with their pets. Complimentary gift pack included, featuring a QM2-logoed coat, Frisbee, name tag, food dish and scoop; complimentary portrait with pet owners; crossing certificate and personalized cruise card; plush pet beds in two sizes  and freshly baked gourmet cookies Additional amenities have been added for a super pet-friendly voyage, including fleece blankets, toy assortment, and cat posts and scratchers.

     5) Attention Nervous Sailors -The QM2 was designed to sail comfortably in rough seas, with two sets of stabilizers,an extra thick steel hull for strength and stability, enhanced speed, and public areas clustered unusually low, on Decks 2 and 3 for added stability making it a great choice for passengers bothered by seasickness or concerned with rough seas.

No More Gilmore Girls...Say It Ain't So!

Say it ain't so...

Can you believe the CW Network actually cancelled my very, very, very favorite television show?  The series Gilmore Girls is ending tonight.  I have already informed my husband and kids that I will probably be crying ALOT at about 8:58pm est tonight. It may sound ridiculous to some but I just love the smart characters, the witty dialog, Stars Hollow (OK, I know it's not a real town)and the focus on positive female role-models.

Good bye to Sookie and Emily, Paris and Lane, Luke (what a cutie) and Paul Anka, and most of all Rory and Lorelai Gilmore, the team who made it fun and fashionable for mothers and daughters to enjoy each other.

Do you think it's too late for a letter writing campaign....