President & CEO – CRUISE and RESORT, Inc.
When our children were young, we took two or three vacations to Hawaii every year. The ease of getting there from Los Angeles and the family-friendly resorts made these trips exceptionally enticing. We also went on cruises to the Caribbean and Mexico. I’d lump all these trips in the “sun and fun” category, and I…
It wasn’t that many years ago when Disney expanded its empire into cruises. Their success was immediate. Then they delved deeper into the travel industry with land tours designed specifically for families. Disney doesn’t do things halfway. Adventures by Disney are VIP experiences for children, teens and adults. They provide a rich exploration into the…
Nestled on the Pacific coast of Mexico is a tropical oasis called Punta Mita. Surrounded by white sandy beaches, turquoise waters and lush jungles, the resort is home to fabulous golf, tennis, surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving and fishing. It began as a picturesque little fishing village on Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit. It has become a hot…
We visited the Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island in The Bahamas several years ago during a port stop on a Caribbean cruise. I remembered thinking that the hotel was just OK, but that it had a very cool waterpark. When they built luxury accommodations at The Cove and The Reef, I decided it was worth…
What you really need to know! Not only has Hawaii always been one of our most popular vacation destinations, it has also been one of our family’s personal favorites. The consultants in our office are Hawaii specialists; which basically means that we know how to tailor the Hawaii vacation that most meets your needs. We…
Over the last several years, a whole sub-industry within the travel industry has evolved. It’s specifically dedicated to family reunions and multi-generational travel. CRUISE and RESORT employs specialists who are completely dedicated to family vacations. Family reunions can be terrific, but they have some virtual minefields that must be crossed during the planning process. Here are some…
CRUISE and RESORT can assist in planning meetings from 8 to 5,000+. We make the process fun! We respond to your needs and to your “dreams and wishes”. Our company has handled many meetings, retreats and incentive trips for sports teams, radio stations, law firms, medical groups and charitable organizations. We use top hotels and…
Napa Valley isn’t just about wine. It’s for families, too, especially if they want to create lifelong memories. A great place to do just that is at Meadowood Resort where family gatherings are a fond tradition. Two, three and four-bedroom family lodges are located throughout the resort, allowing a luxurious, beautiful, private setting for reuniting…