SOUTHLAKE, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jan. 5, 2006–Cruise wave
season is back for 2006 and to celebrate, Travelocity(R) has launched
its seventh annual Cruise Super Sale earlier in the year than ever
before. It has also introduced a MasterCard(R) cardholder benefit for
those who purchase a cruise through Travelocity using a MasterCard
card. Whether sailing to the crystal clear, blue waters of the
Caribbean, or to view the magnificence of Alaska’s glaciers, travelers
who book a qualifying cruise through Feb. 9, 2006 can take advantage
of expanded Cruise Super Sale perks, including free shore excursions,
free upgrades, dollars off, and up to $200 in shipboard credit.
Additionally, Travelocity customers who purchase their cruises with
MasterCard cards can also receive up to $300 back.
“This year’s Cruise Super Sale — our biggest sale of the year —
offers something for everyone, including bonus offers on all cruise
lines, as well as a generous benefit for MasterCard cardholders,” said
Michael Dauberman, vice president of cruises for Travelocity. “We are
proud of our strong relationships with 13 respected cruise partners
and greatly regard our partnership with MasterCard for the value it
delivers to our customers.”
Travelocity customers who book a qualifying cruise by Feb. 9, 2006
on many sailings that depart in 2006 and 2007 will receive the
following:
Cruise Super Sale Offers:
Cruise Line Bonus Offer(a)
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Carnival Cruise Lines Free shore excursion
Celebrity Cruises Up to $200 off and cruisetour credit
Crystal Cruises $400 onboard credit and free gratuities
Disney Cruises Up to $100 onboard credit
Holland America Line Up to $600 onboard credit
Norwegian Cruise Line Free upgrades and onboard credit
MSC Cruises Free stateroom upgrades
Oceania Cruises $200 worth of onboard amenities or more
Orient Lines Up to $200 onboard credit
Princess Cruises Up to $200 onboard credit and coupon book
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Radisson Seven Seas Up to $400 onboard credit
Royal Caribbean Int'l Up to $200 off and cruisetour credit
Windstar Cruises Up to $200 onboard credit
(a) Offers are per stateroom, not per person. See site for available
offers.
MasterCard, in partnership with Travelocity, is offering up to
$300 back to any customer who takes advantage of this new exclusive
benefit by purchasing his or her cruise using a MasterCard card. The
amount back varies depending on the total cruise purchase price. This
allows a traveler, for example, to pair a free scuba diving excursion
in the turquoise waters off Kings Beach, Bermuda as a result of the
Cruise Super Sale, with a financial benefit received from using a
MasterCard card for the cruise purchase.
“Travelocity’s 2006 Cruise Super Sale offers provide a perfect
opportunity for vacationers and MasterCard cardholders to enjoy
amazing getaways at great prices,” said Nina Biornstad, vice
president, Travel & Entertainment Industries of MasterCard
International. “We place the same emphasis on customer service and
care that Travelocity offers to all of its travelers, and are excited
to be part of a great program that delivers true value to our
cardholders.”
For more information on this offer and to book a cruise today, log
onto www.travelocity.com/supersale or call Travelocity’s cruise
experts at 1-800-222-3690.
Travelocity’s recently redesigned cruise site offers cruise
customers exclusive search mechanisms that help travelers pinpoint a
personalized dream cruise. Cruisers can also take advantage of a
variety of ships, destinations and activities on all 13 cruise lines
available on Travelocity. In addition, Travelocity’s “Low-Price Cruise
Guarantee” ensures customers that Travelocity will match the price or
process a refund to any traveler who finds a lower price advertised
within 48 hours of booking a cruise. This guarantee provides each
Travelocity customer a sense of certainty that they’re getting the
most for their money. See site for guarantee details.
About Travelocity
Travelocity is committed to being the traveler’s champion —
before, during and after the trip and works hand-in-hand with the
world’s most reputable travel providers so that everything about a
customer’s booking will be right. And if it’s not, Travelocity
guarantees that it will work with its partners to make it right, right
away. This customer-driven focus, backed by live 24/7 phone support,
great prices and powerful shopping technology has made Travelocity the
fifth largest travel agency in the U.S. — booking $4.9 billion in
travel in 2004. Based in Southlake, Texas, Travelocity also owns and
operates Travelocity Business(SM), and lastminute.com, a leader in
European online travel. Travelocity is owned by Sabre Holdings
Corporation (NYSE:TSG), a world leader in travel commerce.
About MasterCard International
MasterCard International is a leading global payments solutions
company that provides a broad variety of innovative services in
support of our global members’ credit, deposit access, electronic
cash, business-to-business and related payment programs. MasterCard,
through its principal operating subsidiary, MasterCard International
Incorporated, manages a family of well-known, widely accepted payment
card brands including MasterCard(R), Maestro(R) and Cirrus(R) and
serves financial institutions, consumers and businesses in over 210
countries and territories. The MasterCard award-winning Priceless(R)
advertising campaign is now seen in 105 countries and in 48 languages,
giving the MasterCard brand a truly global reach and scope. For more
information go to www.mastercardinternational.com.
CONTACT: VOLLMER
Andrea Collins, 212-715-2222
andrea@vollmerpr.com
or
Amanda Borichevsky, 972 488-4790
amanda@vollmerpr.com
SOURCE: Travelocity