Join us on a fabulous cruise in the beautiful Caribbean! We sail from Tampa, Florida on April 4, 2015, on Vision of the Seas, Royal Caribbean. Please see the Sailing Itinerary below for the ports of call.
The Cruise
We sail from Tampa, Florida on April 4, 2015, on Vision of the Seas, Royal Caribbean. Please see the Sailing Itinerary below for the ports of call.
Day 2 - Cruising
AVID READERS LITERARY SALON - TOPIC # 1
Dr. Vernice Berry
Venise Berry is the author of three bestselling novels Colored Sugar Water (2002), All of Me, A Voluptuous Tale (2000) and So Good, An African American Love Story (1996) Dr. Berry is an associate professor of Journalism and Mass Communications at the University of Iowa.
On the Literary Sisters Springtime Cruise there are two days AT SEA when I provide complimentary Cocktails & Conversation. I am delighted that Dr. Berry is sailing with us and will facilitate these discussions.
On the 1st Day at Sea we will gather with Venise to explore
Success in the 21st Century
This interactive workshop focuses on three components of success building: 1) Time Management 2) Self Concept 3) Communication. It will help you better understand concepts such as belief systems, change, motivation, risk taking, adaptation, positive conditioning, habits, and goal setting. Our conversations are sure to continue over dinner.
Day 3 - Roatan, Honduras
Roatan is the largest of the Honduras Bay Islands. Located near the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, Roatan has become an important cruise ship and scuba diving destination.
Day 4 - Belize City, Belize
Belize City is the largest city in this Central American country. It is known for its lovely beaches, a wonderful stop on this cruise.
Day 5 - Costa Maya, Mexico
Costa Maya closely borders Belize. It features has soft sand beaches, grass thatched palapas, and a coral reef. Costa Maya's port has a new shopping mall. The center has a central plaza with saltwater pools and 'swim-up' style bars. There are several jewellery stores and many small shops for souvenir-hunting. Costa Maya is also the closest port of access to many of the lesser known Mayan ruins in the Yucatan.
Day 7 - Cruising
AVID READERS LITERARY SALON - TOPIC # 2
Dr. Venice Berry
On the 2nd day AT SEA, there will be a two hour session on
Spirit, Nature and Experience: An introduction to the Craft of Writing
We will practice three elements in the craft of writing: Using the Spirit which moves us beyond the limits of our physical and mental selves to enhance creativity. Using Nature which surrounds us and enables to see and feel with intensity. Finally, meaning is reconsidered based on what we know and understand through our experience.
This workshop and discussion will offer participants the chance to explore their writing abilities and interests. How do you start that novel or memoir you’ve been thinking about? In this conversation we will explore a variety of craft issues including plot development, character building, dialogue, narrative form and visual imagery.
Our Ship: Vision of the Seas
Royal Caribbean
We sailed on a Royal Caribbean Cruise line ship for our New Years Eve cruise and completely enjoyed the food, the nightlife, and the accent on safety that has allowed them to win lots of awards in the travel industry.
On the now more beautiful Vision of the Seas, you'll never lose sight of why you came onboard – thanks to all new features, from new restaurants to new technology to a new home ports in Tampa and Ft. Lauderdale. Enjoy new staterooms (photos, below), the Centrum experience – a high-flying aerial acrobatics show – and an outdoor movie screen. There are also 5 new dining experiences onboard, including family-style Italian trattoria, Giovanni's Table, the complimentary Park Café, Izumi Asian Cuisine, the intimate Chef's Table, and the signature steakhouse, Chops Grille.
Amenities include:
*Vitality Spa with extensive treatment menu
*State-of-the-art Fitness Center, with classes ranging from aerobics to kickboxing to yoga
*Two pools
*Six whirlpools
*Outdoor poolside movie screen
*Complimentary Broadway-style entertainment in the Main Theater
*6,276 square foot Vegas-style Casino Royale with 194 slots and 9 tables
Prices
Oceanview Stateroom
$883 Double per person
$1,652 Single
Junior Suites
$2,214 per person/ double
$4,140 Single
Partial payments by check are expected and welcome.
Make your check payable to Aviva Travel Group and mail to:
Ruth Bridges
Aviva Travel Group
2314 Route 59, #146
Plainfield, IL 60586
Prices are not locked in until your deposit is received.
Final payment is due December 13, 2014
Airfare from Selected Cities
Registration
To register, please click on the Print Registration at the top right column on this page to print out the registration form. Mail it with your deposit to:
Ruth Bridges
Aviva Travel Group
2314 Route 59, #146
Plainfield, IL 60586
If you have questions, please contact Ruth Bridges by email at literarysisters@aol.com or call 815-267-7828.