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>> WE CELEBRATE OUR CLIENTS LATEST NEWS, ACHIEVEMENTS & SUCCESSES!
 This month, we want to send big CONGRATULATIONS to Mildred and Jamine on their baby bump! That's right, they are expecting. Congratulations! Mildred, just take it easy on your two upcoming trips!
 Love is the air-CONGRATULATIONS to Marcus & Kenya who will be tying the knot
at the spectacular Couples Negril resort in Jamaica in August! We here at H.O.T. Vacations are happy to be a part of this most special time in your lives!
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TRAVEL BUZZ-TRAVEL NEWS EVERY TRAVELER SHOULD KNOW!
The current fuel crisis in the US has led to changes in all aspects of our lives. In addition to paying higher gas bills and more for petroleum at the pumps, the rise in gas prices has also led to important changes in the way we travel today and possibly forever. Some of these changes are:
Baggage Allowance: In an effort to deal with rising fuel costs, some airlines have implemented new baggage policies. This change means that some airlines will allow one piece of checked luggage and will start charging for the second piece.
Below is a list of the airlines that have recently changed their policy. Some passengers are exempt from these baggage changes. In order to find out full details and whether this change will affect you, please visit the airlines respective websites.
AIRLINES
AIRTRAN AIRWAYS-Customers traveling on or after May 15, 2008, may check one bag free and a second bag for a $10.00 fee.
CONTINENTAL AIRLINES-Customers traveling domestically (US Canada, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands) and purchased non-refundable economy tickets may check one bag for free and pay $25.00 each way for a second bag.
DELTA AIRLINES-For all customers traveling on or after May 1, 2008 on all domestic Delta flights, there will be a $25.00 charge for second checked bag.
NORTH WEST AIRLINES-Customers who purchased non-refundable domestic economy tickets may check one bag for free but pay $25.00 each way for a second checked bag effective May 5th, 2008
USA 3000-For domestic and international travel-passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one checked bag but will have to pay $25.00 each way for a second checked bag
US AIRWAYS-Beginning May 5th, 2008, there will be a $25.00 charge for a second piece of checked luggage each way. This policy applies to all flights within the US, Canada, Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe.
UNITED AIRLINES-Beginning May 5th, 2008, there will be a $25.00 charge for a second piece of checked luggage each way.
FUEL SUPPLEMENTS-Airlines are not the onlytravel entities making these changes because of skyrocketing fuel costs. Most cruise lines, and some hotels have added a fuel surcharge to their prices as well. Despite all these changes, our clients remain optimistic and are still travelling because our agents are creative and can still get you the best deals!
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>>HOT SPOTS FEATURED-"RIVERA NAYARIT"
One of the most exciting news out of Mexico is the emergence of a new hot spot-the RIVIERA NAYARIT. Much like the development of the Riviera Maya some years ago, the Riviera Nayarit located on the spectacular Pacific coast of Mexico has developed into an important tourist resort area.
The Riviera Nayarit is located in the state of Nayarit, in the heart of the Banderas Bay, 10 minutes from Puerto Vallarta International airport (Approximately 5 1/2hours from NewYork/Newark). It is a 50-mile coastal strip with hot tropical climate and average temperature of 77°F.
The Riviera Nayarit is blessed with natural beauty, tropical jungle areas, the Sierra Madre Mountains and flawless white coral beaches. This pacific coast destination is home to top-notch resorts and hotels, world-class spas, and world-class golf courses. Some of the top hotel chains such as Riu and Palladium already have gorgeous all inclusive resorts in the areas.
For more information on resorts-click here
STAY TUNED-WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE NEXT MONTH
We here at H.O.T. Vacations look forward to celebrating our client-Nadine's birthday with her 70s Style. Look for pictures in next month's issue. In Agency news, our agent Andrea Halliburton will be taking her first working trip to the beautiful island of Barbados. So, she will be bringing us pictures, and news of all the new developments, the current state of the resorts and much, much more in next month's newsletter. Stay tuned!
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