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JUN 01 -30, 2011

 

Jun 30, 2011

 

In observance of Independence Day,
the WorldClass Travel Leaders office will be closed on
Monday, July 4th.

 

Jun 28, 2011

Funjet Vacations

 

Learn & Earn with Funjet Vacations' University Education Week!


When: Monday, July 11 - Friday, July 22, 2011
 
What: Virtual trainings from multiple hotels, resorts, and tours! Ensure you’re providing the best value to your customers by taking some time to increase your knowledge on a few of your favorite hotels and resorts. Take advantage of this opportunity to get caught up on all of the latest information by signing yourself up today!

Sign up today!  Click here to view the University schedule and to register.

 

 

HOLIDAY REMINDER
In observance of Independence Day,
the WorldClass Travel Leaders office will be closed on
Monday, July 4th.

 

Happy Independence Day & enjoy
the long weekend!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jun 27, 2011

Delta Named No. 1 in Six Executive Travel Leading Edge Awards

The readers of Executive Travel magazine have chosen Delta as the gold medal winner in six categories for the publication’s 2011 Leading Edge Awards – more than any other airline. Delta also received five silver and two bronze medals.

Gold

  • Top Domestic Airline Airport Lounge
  • Top Domestic Airline Business-Class Service
  • Top Domestic Airline First-Class Service
  • Best Flight Experience to Mexico
  • Best Flight Experience to Central/South America
  • Best Private Jet Service – Delta Private Jets

Silver

  • Top Domestic Airline Overall
  • Top Domestic Airline Frequent-Flier Program
  • Best Flight Experience to the Caribbean
  • Best Flight Experience to Europe
  • Best Credit Card Reward Program – Delta SkyMiles Credit Card from
    American Express

Bronze

  • Best Flight Experience to Canada
  • Best Flight Experience to Asia

Additionally, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol received gold medals for the “Top Domestic Airport” and “Top International Airport” categories, respectively.

“Corporate travelers have spoken, and the results show that they value and appreciate the benefits of Delta’s more than $2 billion investment in products and services,” said Steve Sear, vice president – Global Sales. “This recognition, together with other recent accolades, including Fortune magazine’s ranking of Delta as the most admired airline worldwide, demonstrates the momentum that Delta and our JV partners – KLM, Air France and Alitalia – bring to making business travel as convenient as ever.”

To determine the awards, Executive Travel magazine polled its readers, which include senior level executives at Fortune 1000 companies, for their experiences between
Feb. 21 and April 3, 2011.

Jun 15, 2011

The Monthly Statements have been placed in the
Final Monthly Statement folder.

 

Jun 14, 2011

Disney Destinations - 2012 Vacations
Frappuccino with Frank

The 2012 Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort and Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, vacation packages are now available to book. Featuring magical elements for families, the packages are valid for arrivals beginning January 2012.  Brochures and marketing materials will be available at a future date. Check upcoming editions of D-Mail so you'll be the first to know once these materials become available. 

Please join me for a Frappuccino with Frank training seminar discussing the Walt Disney World Resort Florida 2012.  Frappuccino with Frank is a one-hour casual training seminar with other travel industry professionals from your area hosted by your Disney Destinations Sales, District Sales Manager. This session’s focus is the Walt Disney World Resort Florida theme park expansion, hotel changes and additions, package differences, website(s) and Walt Disney Travel Company exclusive magical extras for 2012. Complimentary beverages, snacks and resources will be provided. Please be sure to arrive 10-15 minutes before start time.  

Training sessions will be taking place throughout multiple locations in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota.  Click Here to view dates, times and to sign up for a session near you.   

Join me in one of the following cities: 

Minnesota:  Albertville, Burnsville, Duluth, Eden Prairie, Mankato, Maple Grove, Maplewood, Minnetonka, Owatonna, Rochester, Roseville, Saint Cloud, Saint Louis Park, Willmar, Woodbury. 

Once registered a reminder email will be sent one-week and the day prior to the session including details and instructions on the location.  If the link is not working to view the details please either type or copy and past the following address into your URL. www.surveymonkey.com/s/frappuccino

 

Jun 08, 2011

 

Agent Incentive - Win a Free Cruise

Who doesn't want a chance to win a FREE CRUISE???

Here is your chance to win a free 7 night cruise for two onboard the Voyager of the Seas sailing out of Venice, Italy on the Adriatic Coastal Cruise departing on August 20th. This fabulous itinerary will include stops in Koper, Slovenia; Ravenna, Italy (gateway to Florence by high-speed train) ; Bari, Italy; Dubrovnik, Croatia; and an overnight stay in Venice at the end.

As you can see, this is a great itinerary for anyone who has already done the typical Europe vacation and is looking for something a little off the beaten path. It's also a great choice for that first timer who is a little more adventuresome and looking for a more unique itinerary. Finally with our $2000 ChoiceAir Credit for Junior Suites and above, it is a great option for someone looking to upgrade their cruise experience and looking for a fantastic value! A perfect choice for honeymooners or someone taking that special anniversary or birthday cruise.

You have a chance to win a 7 night cruise on this amazing itinerary by just selling one Royal Caribbean Europe cruise departing in 2011. For every cruise you sell you will receive an entry into our drawing for the free cruise give-a-way. The booking window is from June 1 - June 30, 2011 and is valid for any new 2011 Europe cruise booking, booked and deposited by June 30th.

Special Bonus: Book an Voyager Europe cruise sailing in 2011 and earn a DOUBLE ENTRY in the contest.

See the two fliers below for more information on the Incentive and for details on the $2000 ChoiceAir Credit. This is a great opportunity for you to win a cruise and for your clients to experience a Europe Cruise unlike any they have ever had. And don't forget..........the $2000 ChoiceAir credit !

Good Luck to you... This is an incentive only available to my travel agents so you have a much better chance to win since you are not in competition with the entire country. Thank you all for your support of Royal Caribbean.

John Winters
Business Development Manager

 

Jun 01, 2011

 The NON ARC Statements have been placed in the
Non ARC Commission Track Report folder.

Delta Amends Various Baggage Fees and Allowances 


(June 1, 2011) -  Effective June 1, 2011, Delta Air Lines is amending various baggage fees and allowances for Delta and Delta Connection flights in order to better align with Air France/KLM.
 
These changes, which are effective for tickets issued on or after June 1, 2011 for all applicable travel dates, are being implemented to provide fee simplification and harmonization for international travel regions.
 
Below are the highlights of the allowance and fee changes and applicable travel areas that are affected. 
 
Highlights

The term “Plus 1” within this document refers to allowing 1 additional bag over normal checked bag allowance for Elite members in certain cases as noted below. 
 

Travel Area Allowance/Fee Change
 
Domestic – includes travel within or between the U.S, Canada, U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico		  
Checked bag fees aligned for bags checked on delta.com and at airport
(Online discount discontinued)
 
1st checked bag fee is 25USD/CAD
2nd checked bag fee is 35USD/CAD
 
 
 
For travel between the United States or Canada and Europe		  
Fee for 2nd checked bag amended 
 
For delta.com check in - 60USD/CAD/EUR
For airport check in  -    75USD/CAD/EUR
 
 
For travel between the United States or Canada and Mexico, Caribbean & Central America
 		  
Fee for 2nd checked bag of 30USD/CAD implemented for all locations
 
 
All International  (except Brazil and Canada)*		  
First/Business class cabin allowance amended from 3 to 2 free checked bags up to 70 lbs.
 
 
All International (except Brazil)*
 		  
“Plus 1” Allowance implemented  for Elites/Medallions
 
 
Transatlantic		  
Overweight (between 51-70 lbs.) baggage fee reduced to 75 from 150USD/CAD/EUR
 
 
Specialty baggage items- Antlers/Bikes/Scuba gear/Windsurf/
Surfboards
 		  
Fees reduced for specialty bag items (applicable for travel on/after June 1, 2011)
  

*For complete information on all of Delta's baggage policies, allowances, fees, restrictions or exceptions and for travel to/from other areas, visit Baggage at www.delta.com.
 
Travel within or between the U.S., Canada, U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico
Key change: Checked bag fees are the same for bags checked on delta.com and at airport 
  • 1st checked bag fee of 25USD/CAD applies when checked online or at the airport
  • 2nd checked bag fee of 35USD/CAD applies when checked online or at the airport  
Travel between U.S/Canada and Mexico/Central America and Caribbean 
Key change: Fee for 2nd checked bag of 30USD/CAD implemented for all locations
  • 1st  checked bag is free up to 50 lbs. per bag for coach/economy
  • 2nd checked bag will be 30USD/CAD when checked online or at the airport
Note: 2nd bag fee now applies to all of Mexico/Central America and the Caribbean. Previously the 2nd bag fee applied only to Mexico, Aruba, Bermuda, Bahamas and Cayman Islands.  

International Travel
 
Key Changes
  • First/Business baggage allowance will be reduced from 3 bags to 2 bags up to 70 lbs. (except to/from Brazil or to/from Canada)
  • Elite Economy Baggage exception amended to reduce weight allowance to 50 lbs. per bag from 70 lbs. per bag (except to/from Brazil)
  • “Plus one” allowance implemented for Elite members. Baggage allowance is dependent on region of travel – example: 

For travel to Asia, South America, Africa and the Middle East, Elites will be allowed 3 bags up to 50 lbs. in economy

For most travel to Europe, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean, Elites will be allowed 2 bags up to 50 lbs. in economy

In First/Business Class, Elites will be allowed 3 bags up to 70 lbs.

Travel between U.S./Canada and Europe
Key change: 2nd checked bag fee increase 

  • 2nd checked bag fee will be 60USD/CAD/EUR when checked online at delta.com
  • 2nd checked bag fee will be 75USD/CAD/EUR when checked at the airport
All Transatlantic Travel - Overweight Baggage Charges
Key change: Fee reduced from 150USD/CAD/EUR 
  • Overweight baggage weighing 51 lbs. up to 70 lbs. will be charged a fee of 75 USD/CAD/EUR per piece 
Specialty Baggage Item Fees for all areas of travel (except Brazil) 
Key change: Fee reduction from 200 to 150USD/CAD/EUR
 
Fees for the specialty baggage items listed will be charged at 150USD/CAD/EUR per item 
  • Antlers/Bikes/Scuba gear/Windsurf/Surfboards
Note: Weight and size limitations on special items and/or exceptions may apply. Additional restrictions may apply. 

Additional Information 

Caribbean and Central America includes Antigua, Anguilla, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Bonaire, Cayman Islands, Costa Rica, Curacao, Dominica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, French Guiana, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Martinique, Montserrat, Nicaragua, Panama, Surinam, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, St. Martin, St. Vincent, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands. 

For complete and detailed information on all of Delta's baggage policies and fees, visit Baggage at www.delta.com.