Caribbean – Cosmopolitan Travels

Caribbean from Barbados on a Sea Dream Yacht

DC Vekic blog November 10, 2020

This has been my personal favorite luxury sailing. They are so very adamant that “this is YACHTING – not sailing”. With so many incredible luxurious extra’s like a CAVIAR SPLASH (where you are served caviar and champagne waist deep in the crystalline waters), among many unexpected luxurious details, award-winning 5-star service is second to none. The only place I know to recommend for even my raw food people, they have mastered their 5 star cuisine to encompass even the most finicky traveler.

Right now we have a winter special for your dream vacation in the balmy beaches of Barbados and take some time for yourself. Enjoy the safe and luxurious experience of SeaDream’s signature service, now with a reduced Single Supplement of 150% on any voyage in our Barbados Winter Season sailing from November 7, 2020 through April 3, 2021.

From the moment you set foot aboard one Sea Dream’s inclusive cruises, the crew is there to support you and provide for your every need. Each yacht accommodates 112 guests and includes a crew complement of 95 members. With this near 1:1 ratio, they are able to start and end your journey with the focused attention you deserve on such a voyage. This allows for a more personalized and intimate experience, ensuring all your needs are met and can exceed your every expectation.

WHAY IS INCLUDED?
Well-appointed stateroom or suite accommodation: featuring unobstructed ocean views, marble lined bathroom with multi-jet shower, Bvlgari® bath amenities, personalized stationery, superior Belgian bed & bath linens and more.
All gourmet meals expertly prepared a la minute with the freshest of ingredients– served open seating in our Dining Salon or al fresco at the outdoor Topside Restaurant.
24-hour room service from the in-suite menu
Gratuities
Open Bar with select premium brands
Daily selection of wines to accompany lunch and dinner
Water “toys” from the yacht’s marina including wave runners, kayaks, personal sailboats, stand-up paddle boards, snorkel gear, water skiing, wake boards, swim platform, banana boat and floating island.
Mountain bikes for shore side exploration
Golf Simulator with 30 signature golf courses
Crew-led shore side activities like hiking and biking with the Activities Manager, or go shopping with the Chef.
Full library with over 1,200 books
Media & Entertainment Library
Laptop computers for use while onboard
High powered binoculars on deck for our guests’ viewing pleasure
Pool and Jacuzzi
Sauna/steam room
Fitness Center with ocean views featuring treadmills, recumbent bikes with TV’s and DVD players, free weights, daily Yoga and Tai Chi classes
SeaDream’s Champagne and Caviar Splash™ in the Caribbean
Special Dessert Extravaganza
Signature Balinese Dream Beds with elevated views of the sea
Starlit Movies™ (on deck under the stars)
Piano Bar
and more…

Let’s talk about these balinese beds, which your butler can prepare with overnight sheets and pillows for a “sleep under the stars”… It’s a bucket list item for sure. Hidden coves & harbors, broad teak decks, al fresco dining & personalized service defines the lifestyle. Be as relaxed or as active as you like.

Providing a 5-star dining experience, meal-time aboard a SeaDream yacht is always a highlight of the journey. Offering a gastronomical dining experience, each meal is prepared with multiple courses to give you the exciting and diverse flavors that a memorable vacation deserves. While you dine, the on-board sommelier is happy to provide wine pairing recommendations, which can enhance your lunch or dinner with the perfect addition. Preparing dishes that are light and easy to digest, we ensure that you can enjoy the complete meal including dessert. With these meals prepared a la minute, always with the freshest of ingredients, you can truly savor and appreciate the culinary experience.

I always thought Sea Dream is an amazing value for the level of service and truly a 5 star luxury they offer. Maybe now is the time to take advantage of it. It’s always been a top 10 list of boutique cruises, as a matter of fact the 2 ships hold #1 and #2 spots.

Give us a call at 310-490-1893 or email us at dc@cosmopolitantravels.com and we’ll make your winter travel dream into a reality…

The year of the sea grass…

DC Vekic blog August 14, 2018

This has been one of the toughest years with so much sea grass floating all over the Caribbean Sea. It devastated all our sugar white beaches from Barbados, Dominican Republic, Mexico …

This is definitely nowhere near as bad as it got, but as much as we had cleaning crews on sire there was not much to be done. The seagrass could be seen from the airplane all over. Over the water bungalows in Mexico and Jamaica look like they are standing in flood water.

It is just one of those years… We don’t have seagrass in Costa Rica, but Costa Rica is mostly covered in black sand. Cabo and Puerto Vallarta are on the Pacific Coast where we don’t have this issue, but everyone has already been there..

I think this article describes it the best, I did not want to go with such dramatic photos, although everything they posted it quite true… Although the article is about Playa Del Carmen, it’s quite accurate about an entire Caribbean and we have a link to the current seagrass map… THE SUMMER OF SEAWEED is an accurate description

Expedia will never tell you about it, so always use your travel professional to plan your travel. We can even price-match…

5 Tips for an Awesome Honeymoon

DC Vekic blog May 14, 2015

#1 – HIRE A TRAVEL AGENT. This might sound self serving coming from an industry professional, but a majority of the time it doesn’t cost more than booking on the internet and they will do all of the leg work for you. Plus, a reputable travel agent will be a great advisor and advocate ensuring you not only get the best value, but also make sure you get all of the honeymoon freebies (champagne welcome, breakfast in bed, spa discounts, private dinners, etc.) that online booking site might not even mention.

#2 – BOOK EARLY. The deposits to book a honeymoon are not large and usually they are refundable. By booking early, you will insure early booking bonuses and discounts. Also if you have your heart set on a special room category, like millionaire suite, master suite, swim-out suite, etc, you will ensure you get it as there is a very small number of those rooms in existence. Some are even sold out a year in advance!

#3 – DISCOVER A NEW PLACE TOGETHER – Go someplace where the Bride and Groom have never been before. Unless the honeymoon is a tribute to a milestone event (for example: proposal in Hawaii – honeymooning where he proposed), the honeymoon should be a brand new milestone that will create new memories and forever tie Bride and Groom to its location.

#4 – KEEP YOUR CELLPHONES OFF (as much as you can) AND SHARE EXPERIENCES with EACH OTHER. There will be plenty of time after the honeymoon to accept all the congratulations and well wishes from friends and relatives. If you are an Instagram junkie, limit yourself to 3-4 posts a day. Concentrate on sharing experiences, like couples massage, candlelit private dinner on the beach, or just spending an entire day doing nothing but enjoying each other’s company.

#5 – CREATE MEMORIES – Amazingly enough, sometimes couples are so immersed in their trip they forget to take photos. Make a conscious effort to take a good camera and take pictures of each other on your honeymoon. If a resort has a professional photographer, book a session. Your travel agent will know and might even be able to arrange a discount. Buy a souvenir together, something that will bring back memories when you look at it. Do something together that neither of you has done before.

For a free honeymoon consultation call 800-303-7901 or email dc@cosmopolitantravels.com