We finally made it to Israel after a very long two-year delay. Our group of 12 met up in Jerusalem at the Inbal Hotel on April 26. Everyone had their lab-based PCR Covid tests taken 72 hours prior to travel and a second rapid test taken at Ben … [Read more...]
NCL BLISS Review
I had an opportunity to sail for two nights on NCL’s newest ship, Norwegian Bliss and she didn’t disappoint. Built as a sister ship to Breakaway, Getaway and Escape, there are many similarities but lots of new bells and whistles to entice cruisers to … [Read more...]
TSA Holiday Travel Tips 2017
The following is from Susan Buckland Senior Policy Advisor Management and Program Analyst TSA POC and Liaison Disability and Medical Condition Coalition Disability Branch Office of Civil Rights and Liberties, Ombudsmen and Traveler … [Read more...]
Catering for disabilities and special needs
The cruise industry today provides an attractive means of leisure travel for guests with a wide range of disabilities and special needs. But, whether it’s inaccessible tender boats, a shortage of pool lifts or simply unclear regulations for … [Read more...]
Special Needs Group honors Debra Kerper as Power Partner of the year, 2016
On Thursday, November 10th at Travel Weekly's Cruise World held at the Fort Lauderdale Convention Center, Special Needs Group awarded Debra Kerper, travel professional with Cruise Planners, Power Partner of the Year! "Debra is a shining example of … [Read more...]
New York, New England & Canada 2015
Cruise Planners/Easy Access Travel just returned from a very successful trip to New York followed by a nine night cruise to New England and Canada. We had six participants enjoy a two night land adventure in the Big Apple and then we joined … [Read more...]
Traveling With the Wild Women
Guest Blog by Sharon Irvine, one of our intrepid travelers (and also a wild women although she does not admit it!) A friend once told me we needed to make memories to cherish and laugh about when we reached our “rocking chair” days. A recent … [Read more...]
Booking Travel for People With Disabilities
Travel agent Debra Kerper discusses the challenges and rewards of working with people with disabilitie. “Once I’ve got them, I’ve got them.” These words from Debra Kerper represent the confidence and tenacity that won her the TravelAge West … [Read more...]
2015 Trendsetter Awards
Each year, the TravelAge West Trendsetter Awards recognize travel agency leaders who make an impact on the industry and the community. Best Group Booking Sales Effort: Debra Kerper, independent franchise owner for Cruise Planners Debra Kerper’s … [Read more...]
Making Memories
Do you remember the gifts you received on your last birthday or for the holidays? Good chance you do not. Material items do not have lasting memories. Experiences do. Travel is truly the gift that keeps on giving. I can be having a conversation with … [Read more...]
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