Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Where to get the best deal on a Funjet Vacation

Fox World Travel is among only a few select travel companies that offer the ability to book Funjet Vacations flight + hotel packages directly on their web site, allowing consumers who still want to book a vacation on their own online, the opportunity to still have the back-end support of a full-service travel agency with over 50 years experience in the industry.

GoFox.com's most prominent feature is their "hot deals" search tool, that allows you to see the latest weekly deals available from Funjet Vacations. Dates, destinations, resorts and added values are all laid out in front of you for easy access to online booking or simply research before calling your travel agent.

Check out this week's "hot deals" from Funjet Vacations and Fox World Travel

Looking for group vacation discounts? Contact our group travel agents and learn how group leaders can earn free flights, hotel stays, upgrades and more! It's easier than you may think!

To ultimately save time and plan a stress-free vacation from start to finish, contact a travel agent by phone at 888-369-8785, inquire online or find a travel agent by destination specialties!

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Search Travel Agents by Destination

Fox World Travel recently updated our web site to include a new destination travel specialist search tool and all new "travel agent" profiles, highlighting the experience and expertise of our team of travel agents who average 11 years with our company and over 19 years industry experience!

Find travel agents by destination expertise, office location and more!

Fox World Travel Locations

Looking for a destination travel specialist? Here's a small glimpse of what Fox World Travel agents specialize in when it comes to planning your vacations!

Fox World Travel has been a full-service travel company for over 50 years and is a top 19 travel agency in the U.S.

Friday, April 1, 2011

Best Kept Travel Secrets

Tripadvisor.com recently came out with a list of their top "Best Kept Travel Secrets" and we thought we'd share them with you!

1. Boston, MA
Clarendon Square Inn
Neptune Oyster

2. Las Vegas, NV
The Neon Museum
Hotel32 at Monte Carlo

3. Sanibel and Captiva, FL
North Captiva Island Club Resort
Sunshine Island Inn

4. Dallas, TX
Hotel Lumen - a Kimpton Hotel
Jimmy's Food Store

5. Pigeon Forge, TN
Parrot Mountain & Gardens
Carver's Applehouse

6. Bahamas
Emerald Palms by the Sea
Arawak Cay

7. Maui, HI
The Inn at Mama's Fish House
Cafe Romantica

8. Orlando, FL
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin
The sound booths at Disney's Hollywood Studios

9. San Francisco, CA
Musee Mecanique
Albona Ristorante Istriano

10. New York City, NY
High Line Park
Eataly

What are you waiting for? Consult with one of our travel agents and they'll help you discover these unique destinations and other hidden travel gems!

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

AMERICAN EXPRESS TRAVEL ANNOUNCES 2010 REPRESENTATIVE EXCELLENCE AWARD WINNERS - FOX WORLD TRAVEL AMONG THE WINNERS

U.S. Representative Agency Winners Honored for Superior Sales and Year-Over-Year Growth

American Express Travel recently announced that 25 agency members of its U.S. Representative Travel Network have earned the prestigious Representative Excellence Award for 2010, including Fox World Travel! Fox World Travel has been in business for 51 years and is a full-service travel agency, providing business travel, vacation travel and meetings and incentives services.

The Representative Excellence Award honors the achievements of the Representative Travel Network member agencies that have reached superior sales results driving cruise and tour supplier goals or have secured the highest year-over-year sales growth. The 2010 winners will receive a seven-day voyage aboard the Silvesea Silver Spirit from Southampton, UK to Barcelona, Spain.

"We are excited to recognize these dedicated travel agent partners for their outstanding contribution to our customers in addition to their dedication and hard work,” said Ellen Bettridge, vice president, U.S. Retail Travel Network, American Express Travel. "The 25 agencies selected have represented the American Express brand in an exemplary fashion and delivered extraordinary results in 2010, contributing to an exceptional year for American Express Travel and the industry overall.”

This year's Representative Excellence Award winners are:

Adventure Travel – Pompano Beach, FL
Aladdin Travel Services– Alpharetta, GA
All Seasons Travel – Birmingham, AL
ALTOUR – New York City, NY
Americas Vacation Center - Miami, FL
Avenue Travel – West Orange, NJ
Azumano Travel – Portland, OR
Bursch Travel – Alexandria, MN
Carrousel Travel – Minneapolis, MN
CI Travel – Norfolk, VA
Cruise Planners – Coral Springs, FL
Fox World Travel – Oshkosh, WI
Main Street Travel – Lakewood Ranch, FL
Mann Travels – Charlotte, NC
Menno Travel – Goshen, IN
Milne Travel – Barre, VT
Passageways Travel- Traverse City, MI
Pennsylvania Travel Inc. – Paoli, PA
Prestige Travel & Cruises – Las Vegas, NV
Springdale Travel – Mobile, AL
Summit Travel Group – San Mateo, CA
Suzi Davis Travel – Bloomington, IL
The Travel Authority – Jeffersonville, IN
Town Place Travel & Cruises – Marlton, NJ
Travelink, Incorporated – Nashville, TN

About American Express Travel:

American Express entered the travel agency business in 1915, and today operates one of the world's largest travel agency networks in more than 140 countries worldwide.

American Express Company (www.americanexpress.com) is a leading global payments, network and travel company founded in 1850.

Thursday, January 6, 2011

WAVE SEASON - TOP TIPS FOR NEW CRUISERS

1. We recommend completing the required cruise pre-registration information early so that you are not delayed when you get to the port. Plan to get to the port a minimum of 90 minutes before the scheduled departure time; the ship will then send a complete passenger manifest to Homeland Security 60 minutes before departure.

2. Have a passport or the documents required to cruise including your original or certified copy of your birth certificates with a raised seal and a photo ID.

3. Make sure that you have all of the cash you want to take (typically about $300 for a 7 day cruise) You will not need an local currency anywhere in the Bahamas, Caribbean and Mexico.

4. Plan your arrival day carefully and make sure you know all important times, including when your flight arrives, hotel check-ins, time of cruise departure, return times, flight departure times, shuttle schedules, etc. We recommend you plan to travel there a day early, especially in winter months.

5. Pack for the various activities of the cruise, including exercise wear, swim wear, formal wear, casual clothes for the daytime and sports/resort casual clothes. Consider shoes for all occasions, including exotic excursions you might enjoy.

6. Make sure that you have any prescription medicines for the entire trip plus a week.

7. Prepare a carry-on bag and keep it organized for ease of transfer through security, etc. : MP3 player and its charger and headphones, camera and its charger or extra batteries, a couple books to read; refillable plastic bottle.

8. Plan carefully what you want to wear when you board the ship because the ship's photographer will take a boarding photo which you may want to purchase and you will be in those clothes all day and evening. Your luggage may not get to your cabin until about 5-6:00 PM

9. Take a small carry-on bag for the last night of the cruise. On the last evening you will be required to put your luggage outside your cabin by about midnight to 2:00 AM so that they can start taking it down to the lower deck for offloading the next morning. So you will need a small bag for your toiletries and your clothes that you sleep in.

10. If you have many electronics we recommend bringing an extension chord for in your stateroom.

11. If you plan to get into the pools or hot tub as soon as you get on ship, bring those clothes in your carry on bag; you other luggage may not get to your cabin until much later in the afternoon.

12. Cruise lines will take lots of photos of you boarding the ship, getting off in ports, at dinner, on formal nights, around the ship and these are expensive. So take your camera with you all the time and ask others to take photos of you.

Your gratuities will be $11.50 per day per person in your cabin and you can pay that in cash or charge it to your on board charge account that will be set up when you first board the ship. The gratuities cover your cabin steward (who will clean your cabin twice a day every day), your waiter, assistant waiter and head waiter. You don't have to plan to tip anyone else; but each drink order will have a 15% gratuity added to the check. Remember the service workers on ships get the vast majority of their income from tips, so please don't try to short them, unless the service is really bad.

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Wisconsin Badgers - Travel Deals to the Rose Bowl

Wisconsin Badgers are now bowl eligible! Bowl bids are still pending, but regardless of the destination, the travel agents at Fox World Travel and Funjet Vacations will get you to the big post-season game.

Wisconsin Badgers Bowl Vacations include: Round trip flights, hotel accomodations, transfers, bowl game ticket, Badger Blast(sm)/Huddle and more! Details will be posted on the upcoming bowl vacations as they become available. Sign up to receive more information by email on travel deals to the Rose Bowl. Click here.

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Cruise Essentials

Below are things to keep in mind. We recommend remembering the following items when preparing for and leaving on a cruise. Cruise preparation is key!

Travel Documents, Wallet Items, and Paperwork
  • Airline tickets or e-ticket confirmation
  • Cruise documents issued by your travel agent or cruise line
  • Passports and visas (if necessary) or proof of citizenship (check with your cruise line for requirements)
  • Vaccination certificate (if required)
  • Driver's license and auto insurance card - in case you decide to rent a car when ashore
  • Medical insurance cards and medical history (especially if traveling alone)
  • Copy of prescriptions and list of all medicines you are taking
  • Another picture ID - if you don't take driver's license
  • Credit cards - be sure to call credit card companies before traveling to alert them you are traveling outside your normal area
  • ATM card
  • Pre-paid phone card
  • Cash or traveler's checks (be sure to keep traveler's checks receipt in separate location)
  • 3 copies of airline tickets, cruise tickets, passports/visas, itinerary - pack 1 copy in carry on, 1 copy in checked luggage, and leave one copy with someone at home. TIP: You can also scan the documents and email an electronic copy to yourself so that you can access them from any computer terminal.
  • Contact numbers to report lost/stolen credit cards or traveler's checks
  • Emergency numbers at home
  • Currency conversion chart
  • Wallet, purse or fanny pack
  • Watch
  • Reading Materials, including eye glasses and sun glasses
If you have any questions when booking a cruise, please don't hesitate to talk with your travel agent. 98% of our travel agents have experienced cruising first hand and can also offer you additional insider tips and secrets to make the most out of your cruise vacation!

Monday, October 11, 2010

Things to do Before You Travel

1. Contact Your House Sitter and/or Kennel before you make your final reservations to ensure they are available on the dates you're requesting.

2. Make sure you take care of stop orders or advance payments prior.

3. Manager your cash flow before you leave. Stock up on plenty of cash so you are not stuck with ATM fees, etc.

4. Call your bank and let them know you will be traveling. Most banks and credit card companies keep track of spending patterns and may interpret an unexpected overseas purchase as credit card fraud. Your bank or credit card company could lock your account if you use your card in another country without notifying them.

5. Plan Your First Day. It's going to be made up of a lot of traveling and getting from point A to B. Ensure that wants you get to your destination you're not wasting precious vacation time planning what to do next.

6. Do a web search of hobbies and activities in the destination before you leave. Then you'll have an idea of what you'd like to accomplish and are not spending vacation time "planning".

7. Check out local entertainment listings for things to do.

8. Check the weather.

9. Program the number of your travel agent, airline and the hotel in your cell phone prior to travel, just in case!

Thursday, October 7, 2010

FOX WORLD TRAVEL TO HOST VIRTUAL EVENT DURING NATIONWIDE “WORLD’S LARGEST CRUISE NIGHT” PROMOTION

For the month of October 2010 Fox World Travel will join thousands of cruise-selling travel agents in World’s Largest Cruise Night, an exciting event designed to showcase the incredible choice, diversity and value of cruise vacations. Travel agencies across North America will team up with 25 member lines of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) to provide consumers with information on cruise vacations and exceptional offers.

If they choose, area residents can find out all they need to know about cruising and even take advantage of outstanding vacation offers without leaving the comfort of home because Fox World Travel is hosting a “Virtual” World’s Largest Cruise Night. By simply visiting the special agency Web page, consumers can explore the incredible world of cruising and plan a cruise! Fox World Travel has chosen several short videos showcasing the exciting offerings and destinations from participating CLIA member lines. For extra convenience, the Web page will be live until the end of the October.


In 2009, more than 4,000 travel agencies participated in WLCN, helping to generate up to 44,000 cruise bookings during the booking period.


World’s Largest Cruise Night (WLCN) is the highlight of October’s National Cruise Vacation Month, the once-a-year period during which travel agencies across North America sponsor exciting events and promotions all focused on cruising – the most enjoyable, satisfying and value-oriented vacation option available in today’s marketplace.


Fox World Travel is one of 16,000 North American travel agency and agent members of CLIA, Whose 25 member lines represent over 97% of the cruise berths marketed in North America. According to CLIA statistics, the wide majority of travelers - about 90% - book cruises through travel agencies, and for good reason: agents excel at finding the perfect cruise to match their clients’ vacation needs, lifestyle and budget. CLIA’s certified cruise counselors are the cruise industry’s premiere professionals, providing the best service and value for your vacation dollar.


For more information or to book your cruise vacation, contact one of the travel agents at Fox World Travel at 888-369-8785 or visit GoFox.com.

Thursday, September 23, 2010

Dream Destination Wedding Beach Options

Destination Weddings at El Dorado Resorts and Azul Resorts in Riviera Maya, Mexico

Not only is Fox World Travel offering free suite upgrades, free beachfront candlelight dinners and free massage credits to consumers looking to stay at El Dorado Resorts (adults-only) or Azul Hotels (family-friendly) in Riviera Maya, Mexico, but we're also offering amazing vow renewal and destination wedding packages too! Our destination wedding coordinator is amazing and can walk you through the whole exciting process of planning a wedding.

Below are just some of the options at El Dorado and Azul Hotels:

New vow renewal and wedding packages, as well as augmented packages, at El Dorado Spa Resorts & Hotels and Azul Hotels are designed to provide brides-to-be an enchanting, customized destination wedding during which they receive personal attention and are able to tailor their celebrations with special touches that exceed even their wildest dreams. The Free Morning Wedding Package is ideal for couples that desire a morning ceremony when the weather is warm and the sun begins to glisten on the water. Couples can relax on the white powder sand before their big day or take a few days after the wedding to honeymoon in paradise. Regardless, the Free Morning Wedding Package is available complimentary with a seven-night visit
and includes all services and amenities.

Available for only $295 or complimentary with a five-night qualifying stay, the Vow Renewal Celebration Package invites husbands and wives to honor their love with a spiritual sand ceremony on the beach, beachfront dinner for two, sunrise breakfast basket, keepsake photo of their renewal, and romantically decorated suite. This newly unveiled package provides couples the opportunity to celebrate their love with a touching and unforgettable ceremony that is sure to create priceless memories at a minimal cost.

In addition to the personal bridal attendant, guest concierge and groom's room, all wedding packages include an on-site wedding coordinator, online bridal registry and wedding website, Justice of the Peace or non-denominational minister, translation of ceremony, filing of all documents, Mexican or symbolic wedding certificate, beachfront ceremony location; an aisle runner, table with white linen and ceremony chairs; and romantically decorated suite on the wedding night with rose petals, aromatherapy and candles. Dream destination wedding packages available at El Dorado Spa Resorts & Hotels and Azul Hotels include:

* Free Morning Wedding Package - available complimentary Monday through Wednesday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. with a seven-night stay for bride and groom, and includes brunch reservations with personalized menu cards for the group. Valid at El Dorado Royale, El Dorado Casitas Royale and El Dorado Maroma, which offer seaside wedding chapels; El Dorado Seaside Suites; and Azul Sensatori Hotel, home of the
exclusive Sky Wedding location.

* Free Sweet Wedding Package - available complimentary with a seven-night stay for bride and groom plus 15 additional room nights, and includes dinner reservations with personalized menu cards for the group. Valid at El Dorado Royale, El Dorado Casitas Royale and El Dorado Maroma, which offer seaside wedding chapels; El Dorado Seaside Suites; and Azul Sensatori Hotel, home of the exclusive Sky Wedding location.

* Pearl Wedding Package - available for $950 and includes dinner reservations with personalized menu cards for the group, bride's fresh floral bouquet, groom's matching boutonniere, and framed 5x7" picture of wedding couple. Valid at all El Dorado and Azul properties including El Dorado Royale, El Dorado Casitas Royale and El Dorado Maroma, which offer seaside wedding chapels; El Dorado Seaside Suites; Azul Beach Hotel; and Azul Sensatori Hotel, home of the exclusive Sky Wedding location.

* Silver Wedding Package - available for $2,500 and includes Pearl Wedding Package elements plus in-room mannequin with cover to display wedding dress for three days prior to the wedding, bride's spa manicure and special spa gift, spiritual sand ceremony with keepsake souvenir, heart-shaped petite wedding cake for two, post wedding day brunch reservations for group, and late check-out for the bride and groom. Valid at all El Dorado and Azul properties including El Dorado Royale, El Dorado Casitas Royale and El Dorado Maroma, which offer seaside wedding chapels; El Dorado Seaside Suites; Azul Beach Hotel; and Azul Sensatori Hotel, home of the exclusive Sky Wedding location.

* Gold Wedding Package - available for $3,500 and includes Silver Wedding Package elements plus blood test, Mexican wedding certificate translated to English and delivered after ceremony via Fed Ex, spa hairstyle for bride and haircut for groom, spa gift, logo beach bag, romantic sunset dinner cruise for bride and groom including transfers at Maroma Beach, and professional wedding photographer, 36 color picture package plus negatives and handmade wedding album - wedding photography typically costs thousands of dollars separately, making the Gold Wedding Package a truly unbelievable deal. Valid at all El Dorado and Azul properties including El Dorado Royale, El Dorado Casitas Royale and El Dorado Maroma, which offer seaside wedding chapels; El Dorado Seaside Suites; Azul Beach Hotel; and Azul Sensatori Hotel, home of the exclusive Sky Wedding location.

Call a Fox World Travel travel agent today at 888-369-8785.