<description>&lt;h1&gt;Episode Notes&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection starts sailing on August 31, 2022!  Finally!&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://upclosetravel.com/2022/05/20/ritz-carlton-yacht-collection-may-2022/" rel="nofollow"&gt;BLOG POST WITH PHOTOS CLICK HERE&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhgJc1Eut6o&amp;amp;t" rel="nofollow"&gt;VIDEO UPDATE CLICK HERE&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection is the ultimate in small ship luxury cruising!  The ship, Evrima, has 149 suites that accommodate 298 guests.  With a crew-to-guest ration of 1-1.21, you can expect the incredible service from the Ritz crew.  After all, the Ritz is known for legendary personalized service.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;All-Inclusive Value:&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Luxury all-suite accommodations&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Multiple dining experiences&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Beverages in-suite and throughout the yacht included (alcohol included)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Onboard activities and entertainment&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Onboard gratuities&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Wi-Fi&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;Evrima Dining Options:&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Mistral&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Talaat Nam&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;The Pool House&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;The Evrima Room&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;The Bar&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;The Living Room&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;The Marina Terrace&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;24-Hour In-Suite Dining&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;S.E.A.  (specialty restaurant by 3 Michelin Star Chef at The Ritz-Carlton Wolfsburg)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Private Dining&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The multi-functional platform at the back of the ship looks STUNNING!  Lounges all around if you’d like to relax and take in the surroundings.  Direct water access offering complimentary water-sports during port days while anchored.  Here are some of the activities:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Paddle-boards&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Windsurf Boards&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Kayaks&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Sailboats&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Snorkeling&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h1&gt;Public Spaces:&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Intimate, relaxed, and casually elegant atmosphere in all corners of the Evrima.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;The Living Room&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;The Observation Terrace&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;The Observation Lounge&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;The Humidor&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;The Wine Bar&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You can also pamper yourself at the &lt;strong&gt;Spa and Wellness&lt;/strong&gt; area.  Spa Services include:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Massages&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Facials&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Skin Treatments&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Salon Services&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Barber Services&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;There’s also a sleek looking gym on the Evrima so that you can get your workout in along with a yoga studio.
If you’re bringing the kids, there’s a &lt;strong&gt;Ritz Kids&lt;/strong&gt; program as well.  The Ritz Kids program is geared towards children from ages 4-12.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection

Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection Luxury Cruising is Finally Here!

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&lt;p&gt;If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at (888) 365-1515.  I'd love to answer any questions you have and help you reserve your adventure!&lt;/p&gt;
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Travel Update! Crystal Cruises, U.S. River Cruising, Ritz in the Caribbean and Uniworld

<description>&lt;p&gt;YouTube teaser video - &lt;a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6v2ZqxCK77Q" rel="nofollow"&gt;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6v2ZqxCK77Q&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;AmaWaterways has announced that they’ll be releasing information on a remarkable Seven River Journey through Europe! &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;There is limited information at this time. We know that it’s going to be a phenomenal 46-night exploration of Europe that sails through fourteen fascinating countries and includes brand new excursions as well as some exclusive experiences. (14 countries, 7 rivers, 4 ships = 46 nights)! &lt;/p&gt;
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AmaWaterways 46-night exploration of Europe on a remarkable Seven River Journey

AmaWaterways Remarkable Seven River Journey Coming Soon! 

<description>&lt;p&gt;If you fly domestic including Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, you won't have to pay change fees for Economy and Premium seats.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Starting on January 1, 2021, all United guests will have the ability to standby for free.  This eliminates the $75 fee.  You'll be able to add your name to the standby list up to 30 minutes before departure for domestic and up to 1 hour for international flights on the United app, their website, or at the airport.  If an empty seat opens it'll be available for free.  This is only available on day of travel.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jerzy Poznar 
Up Close Travel
Travel Specialist
646-276-2727&lt;/p&gt;</description>

United Airlines scraps change fees and adds free standby option

United Airlines Eliminates Change Fees!

<description>&lt;p&gt;There is life in the Alaska cruise season.  Uncruise announced that it will set sail in Alaska starting this August 2020.  &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Uncruise is Small Ships, BIG Adventures!  They've been sailing for nearly 25 years and they're a great small ship adventure cruise company.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If you have questions, feel free to call or text 646-276-2727.  Or email jerzy@upclosetravel.com&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Thanks,
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Uncruise small ship cruising set to sail Alaska this August 2020!

Sail Alaska in 2020

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