Welcome to the January Issue of Colesville Travel. We look forward to serving all your travel needs. Please take a look at our new and exciting vacation packages. Don't see anything you like? Colesville Travel is a full service travel agency. We can handle all your travel needs including customizing your vacation for you.

Calendar of Events

Paris Noir - France with Flavor!

Culture, Cuisine and Josephine Baker

9 Days/8 Nights - Visit the City of Paris

and the Dordogne

October 10 - 18, 2008

Paris Noir

Aegean Wonder - 12 Day Tour of Greece

3 Nights Athens, 7 Day Greek Islands & Turkey Cruise

September 8 - 16, 2008

Tour of Greece

South African Explorer and

Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls

Johannesburg, Cape Town, Kruger National Park and Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

July 25 - August 5, 2008 and April 28 - May 9, 2008

South African Explorer

Detailed Itinerary for South Africa

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof - Broadway Play

March 1, 2008

SOLD OUT -CHECK BACK FOR OTHER DATES

Bus trip to NYC

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof

Italian Classics - Rome, Florence & Venice
9 Days - The Perfect Introduction to Italy's

Favorite Cities
May 25 - June 2, 2008
Italian Classics

Essential Europe - London, Paris and Rome

May 1 - 11, 2008

Essential Europe

Best of Israel - 10 Day Inspirational Tour

June 18 - 27, 2008

Israel Tour

Detailed Itinerary

2008 NBA All Star Weekend

February 15 - 18, 2008

NBA Weekend

2008 Essence Music Festival

New Orleans, LA -July 4 - 7, 2008

Essence Festival

RCCL Cruise - Liberty of the Seas

November 8 - 11, 2008

Miami, San Juan, St. Maarten, Labadee

Liberty of the Seas

Highlights of Australia

May 1 - May 12, 2008

Sydney, Cairns, Alice Springs, Ayers Rock

Highlights of Australia

Detailed Itinerary for Australia

Discover Bermuda!

RCCL - Grandeur of the Seas

Sailing from Baltimore (5 nights)

June 7 - June 12, 2008

Bermuda

Carnival Freedom - 12 Day European Cruise
September 19 - 30, 2008 (other dates available)
Rome, Italy; Naples, Italy; Rhodes, Greece; Izmir, Turkey; Istanbul, Turkey;
Athens, Greece; Katakolon, Greece; Livorno, Italy
Rates start at $2645 including air from Washington, DC area
European Cruise 2008

Alaska, RCCL, Rhapsody of the Seas

August 15 - 22, 2008

Seattle, Washington; Juneau, Alaska;

Skagway, Alaska; Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska;

Prince Rupert, Canada;

Alaska Cruise

RCCL, Majesty of the Seas - 4 night

May 3 - May 5, 2008

Miami, Nassau, Cococay, Key West
Bahamas Cruise

RCCL, Majesty of the Seas - 4 night

June 23 - June 27, 2008

Miami, Nassau, Cococay, Key West
Bahamas Cruise

Upcoming Trips

Bermuda Jazz Festival, October 2008

China - 13 Day Beijing, Xian and Shanghai - Sept 18 - 30, 2008 (tentative)

Destination Weddings

Things you Need to Know Before You Plan Your Destination Wedding

1. DESTINATION WEDDINGS USUALLY COST LESS THAN TRADITIONAL WEDDINGS.
Formerly the exclusive domain of celebrities and the ultra-rich, Destination Weddings have in recent years become accessible to more and more couples looking to add an "exotic twist" to their special ceremony. Properly planned, a destination wedding can not only save you upwards of $20,000 off the cost of a traditional wedding, it can also turn your wedding day into an unforgettable "mini-vacation" for you and your guests.

2. YOU NEED TO PURCHASE AIR & HOTEL AS A "PACKAGE" - OR YOU COULD BE IN FOR AN EXPENSIVE SURPRISE.
Although it is sometimes possible to negotiate with the hotel and airlines separately, you will generally be able to save more money by negotiating the two as a package. Unfortunately, we've talked with quite a few brides over the years who have negotiated a seemingly good rate directly with the hotel - only to find out they were unable to find affordable airfare.

3. DESTINATION WEDDINGS CAN BE A FUN AND RELAXING EXPERIENCE FOR YOU AND YOUR GUESTS - BUT ONLY IF YOU PLAN TOGETHER.
For most of the couples we've worked with over the years, making sure their guests are properly taken care of - and are able to find suitable accommodations, has been just as important as taking care of their own plans. Unfortunately, when guests are left to "fend for themselves" it is difficult to make sure guests get plans that are convenient, affordable, and close to "where the action is." Even worse, without the expertise of a travel professional working with tour companies with an appropriate level of buying power on their side, couples and their guests are often talked into accepting "group rates" when the individual rates would have been better, or stuck with individual rates when group rates may have been available.

4. "NEGOTIATE" DIRECTLY WITH HOTELS AT YOUR OWN RISK.
Although hotels will often give some form of discount for groups of 10 or more if you book directly, it is important to keep in mind that hotels, by necessity, are in the business of maximizing the amount of revenue they bring in on the rooms they book. By working with an experienced travel coordinator with appropriate negotiating power, you will not only generally receive a better deal for you and your guests - you will also avoid the costly mistake mentioned in #2 above.

5. YOU CAN DO IT ALL YOURSELF - BUT IS IT REALLY WORTH THE RISK?
Planned right, a destination wedding is truly the most unique way to commemorate your special union. Unfortunately, we've heard quite a few horror stories over the years from brides and grooms who chose to plan their wedding entirely on their own. Missed flights with no emergency number for support. Hidden clauses in hotel contracts leaving couples with an enormous financial liability on their hands. Reservations being dropped by the hotel - forcing couples and their guests into a "2 star hotel in paradise". You name it - and sadly - we've heard it.

Make sure your wedding
is a "Marriage Made in Heaven"

To learn more about whether a destination wedding is right for you - and how Clesville Travel can help you plan the perfect day in paradise, please contact us at 301-989-1654.

Romantic Destination - Hawaii

Imagine Your Wedding in Hawaii!

Hawaii Weddings - As Precious as the Moment He Asked You to Marry Him...

Whether you are looking to have an intimate wedding with your closest friends and family or an extravagant wedding you thought only Cinderella could have, a Hawaiian Wedding will cater to your every need.

Exchange vows, barefoot on the sand. White orchids gracing your bridesmaids' bouquets. The orange glow of magic hour streaking the horizon as family and friends gather to celebrate your new beginning.

Now imagine a place dedicated to making your wedding day the incredible event you've always envisioned. Choose from ceremony and reception sites ranging from quiet beach fronts to lavish resort ballrooms. Leave the details to Hawaii's wedding planners who can help you choose everything from flowers to photographers.

As for after the ceremony, what more can we say about one of the most popular honeymoon destinations in the world? You'll just have to experience it together.

Mission Statement

Colesville Travel is committed to providing our customer base with a complete travel package that is capable of fulfilling every travel need, at an affordable price and with excellent customer service. We strive to provide a unique vacation experience that will keep you coming back to us year after year. You can rest assured that your vacation will be in the hands of a dedicated and professional staff member with over 12 years of travel industry experience. So, whether you are looking for a quick budget getaway, or need expert assistance creating a memorable deluxe vacation, honeymoon or romantic getaway, let Colesville Travel do the work for you!

Cynthia Amin Hall

P.O. Box 4844

Silver Spring, MD 20914

Office: 301-989-1654

Fax:. 301-989-8473 (fax)

Email: cindy@colesvilletravel.com

Website: www.colesvilletravel.com

I hope you enjoyed our newsletter. Please feel free to contact us for all your travel needs. We look forward to serving you. We can handle all your travels needs no matter how big or how small. Colesville Travel is currently looking for Outside Sales Agents. We are NOT YTB affiliated. Please contact us if you are looking to earn extra money or would like to work toward going on one of our fascinating group excursions.

Sincerely,

Cynthia Amin-Hall
Colesville Travel

Make sure your wedding is a "Marriage Made in Heaven"

Make sure your wedding
is a "Marriage Made in Heaven"