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	<title>Dream Vacations &#187; Heather Cort</title>
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		<title>Romance in the Caribbean</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:00:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Cort</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Dominican Republic]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Dreams]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Family]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Iberostar]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Miscellaneous]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Romance]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[If you want to make this Valentine’s day one to remember, why not skip the chocolates and jewelry and opt for a romantic (and warm) getaway to the sunny Dominican Republic. With its vast, white sand beaches, and tropical atmosphere, it’s sure to be a welcomed retreat from the day to day. What could be [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you want to make this Valentine’s day one to remember, why not skip the chocolates and jewelry and opt for a romantic (and warm) getaway to the sunny <a href="http://godreamvacations.com/dominicanrepublic/">Dominican Republic</a>. With its vast, white sand beaches, and tropical atmosphere, it’s sure to be a welcomed retreat from the day to day. What could be more romantic?</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-268" style="margin-right: 10px;" title="Romance" src="http://godreamvacations.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/003-200x149.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="149" />If you’re looking for high end luxury, look no further than the <a href="http://godreamvacations.com/IberostarGrandHotelBavaro/">Iberostar Grand Hotel Bavaro</a>. This is an adults only resort that offers gourmet cuisine, top shelf drinks, and even butler service! Imagine walking back to your room after a sun filled day and a romantic dinner to find your Jacuzzi filled and candles lit by your butler. You could even ask for a bottle of wine and have the room filled with your favorite scent.</p>
<p>If you wanted to keep some luxury components, but keep the price down, the <a href="http://godreamvacations.com/DreamsResorts/">Dreams Resorts</a> offer a great option. The prices will be mid-range, and the service and amenities are still top-notch.</p>
<p>If you’re traveling with the kids, both the Iberostar resorts and the Dreams resorts, will offer many family style activities and are available at great prices if you book soon!!</p>
<p>The key here—as usual—is not to delay in making your reservation. This is the second busiest travel week of the year and the good deals disappear in the blink of an eye. Call us. We’ll find something perfect for you!</p>
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		<title>What to Pack For Your Trip&#8230;</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:00:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Cort</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ok so you’ve made your Dream Vacation reservations, but now you just need to know how to pack. Here is are some suggestions that work for most of our clients: Checking your bags? If you plan to check some bags at the airport, make sure each bag is under 50 pounds and that you’ve checked [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ok  so you’ve made your Dream Vacation reservations, but now you just need to  know how to pack. Here is are some suggestions that work for most of our  clients:</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-211" style="margin:0 10px 10px 0;" title="luggage" src="http://godreamvacations.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/luggage.jpg" alt="luggage" width="100" height="191" /><strong>Checking  your bags?</strong></p>
<p>If  you plan to check some bags at the airport, make sure each bag is under 50  pounds and that you’ve checked with the airline’s website or your agent to find  out if there are any fees.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Plan  to bring a carry-on bag?</strong></p>
<p>If  you plan to carry all your bags on, don’t forget that there are still no liquids  or gels over 3 ounces allowed on most flights. You’ll either have to find a  travel size or buy your sunscreen and other liquids once you arrive at your destination.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>How  much money should I bring?</strong></p>
<p>When  visiting an all inclusive resort, be sure to bring a credit or debit card in  case you decide to purchase any excursions during the trip. You might also want  to bring some small denominations of money for tipping/ Although tipping is  included, at many resorts it is typical to tip additionally as you see  fit.</p>
<p>There  will also be options for jet skis, spa treatments, and other extras at most  resorts. These can either be paid for by cash or you can use a credit or debit  card for a cash advance on your room. Most resorts have safes in the room, so  you can feel secure bringing these along.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>What  clothes do I bring?</strong></p>
<p>Nearly  all of our all inclusive resorts are going to require “casual elegance” dress  attire for dinners. This means that men may wear long pants and a collared  shirt. Women may wear capris, pants, skirts, or dresses. Close toed shoes are  also usually required.</p>
<p>Other  than that, just make sure to pack your swim suit, and lots of cool comfortable  clothing. Water shoes are a good idea for some resorts.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>You  will not need to bring towels to most all inclusive resorts. Those are included  in the package, as are many bathroom amenities, including hair  dryers.</p>
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		<title>Riu Palace Punta Cana</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2011 13:00:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Cort</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Dominican Republic]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Punta Cana]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Riu]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you're looking for a great place to park yourself, where you won't ever have to leave the resort complex, but still have many amenities, take a look at the Riu Palace Punta Cana!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The <a href="http://www.godreamvacations.com/RiuPalacePuntaCana/">Riu Palace Punta Cana</a> is beautifully situated on Bavaro Beach in <a href="http://www.godreamvacations.com/dominicanrepublic/?source=mainNav#Punta Cana">Punta Cana</a>, <a href="http://www.godreamvacations.com/dominicanrepublic/?source=mainNav">Dominican Republic</a>. Few beaches are prettier than this one. It&#8217;s white sand, and calm, clear waters are perfect for cold weather weary tourists.</p>
<p>Aside from the stellar location, the <a href="http://www.godreamvacations.com/RiuPalacePuntaCana/">Riu Palace Punta Cana </a>boasts close proximity to four other <a href="http://www.godreamvacations.com/RiuHotels/?source=mainNav">Riu hotels</a>, all of which you have exchange privileges with. You can go from one to another, using all facilities. There is even a casino and a disco for nighttime fun.</p>
<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a great place to park yourself, where you won&#8217;t ever have to leave the resort complex, but still have many amenities, take a look at the Riu Palace Punta Cana!</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-large wp-image-2314" title="riu palace punta cana" src="http://www.godreamvacations.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/riu-palace-punta-cana-555x144.jpg" alt="" width="555" height="144" /></p>
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		<title>Sight-Seeing in Hawaii</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:00:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Cort</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Activities & Excursions]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hawaii]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are too many Hawaiian activities to list here, but these are the ones we are most excited for. I only wish everyone could do this!
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>My husband and I are so very excited for our upcoming Hawaii trip (only one more month!). I wanted to dispel the myth that planning a Hawaiian vacation has to be costly or a burden. In fact, the I find the whole experience rather fun to plan.</p>
<p>Hawaii has many natural beauties which don&#8217;t cost a dollar to take in. For example, on Maui, we plan to spend a good deal of time at the Haleakala Observatory. From this world-famous observatory, we can hike, take in the sites, and even stay past sunset to see the to-beautiful-to-blink night sky.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-large wp-image-2310" title="hawaii" src="http://www.godreamvacations.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/hawaii-555x85.jpg" alt="" width="555" height="85" /></p>
<p>On the big Island, we plan to visit the Volcano national park, where you can actually see an active volcano! Tours are available, or you can wander around on your own.</p>
<p>There are too many Hawaiian activities to list here, but these are the ones we are most excited for. I only wish everyone could do this!</p>
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		<title>Crown Paradise Club Cancun</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 13:00:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Cort</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Cancun]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[ With all of these amenities, you won't find something comparable in this same price range.]]></description>
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<p>Hands down, THE place for families with young children on a budget is the <a href="http://www.godreamvacations.com/crownparadiseclubcancun/">Crown Paradise Club Cancun</a>. The Crown Paradise rests in the heart of <a href="http://www.godreamvacations.com/cancun/">Cancun</a>. It&#8217;s stunning beaches and easy walking distance to many Cancun attractions make it&#8217;s locale perfect, but it&#8217;s the amenities within the resort that really make this resort one of a kind!</p>
<p>Complete with a mini-golf course, kids water park, teen water-slide, rock-climbing wall, multiple pools, endless activities, and even free child-care during the day, I can&#8217;t think of a better place for parents and kids alike. The best part? Kids are FREE! With all of these amenities, you would be hard-pressed to find something comparable in this same price range.</p>
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		<title>Dreams Resorts</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2011 13:00:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Cort</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Cabo]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Cancun]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Dominican Republic]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Dreams]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Family]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Miscellaneous]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Puerto Vallarta]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Punta Cana]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Riviera Maya]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dreams resorts are consistently one of our most popular, most requested, and most recommended brands.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignnone size-large wp-image-2312" title="dreams resorts" src="http://www.godreamvacations.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/dreams-resorts-555x85.jpg" alt="" width="555" height="85" /></p>
<p><a href="http://www.godreamvacations.com/DreamsResorts">Dreams resorts</a> are consistently one of our most popular, most requested, and most recommended brands. Dreams offer a little luxury for everyone in the family. An American owned brand, the Dreams resorts know exactly what we&#8217;re all looking for: good food, family fun, activities for kids, American brand drinks, and comfortable accommodations.</p>
<p>The &#8220;Explorers Club&#8221; offers a variety of activities for your kiddos, including camping on the beach one night a week! As an adult, my favorite features of Dreams are the movie nights and Monday night football on the beach. What can beat escaping the cold of Missouri to sit on the beach and watch football?!</p>
<p>Another favorite feature is the dinner arrangements. Dreams is one of the few resorts in which no reservations are required for dinners! This means, you don&#8217;t have to plan your day or even your whole week out in advance. Now that&#8217;s what I call a vacation!</p>
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		<title>New LAX Non-Stop Charters to Cancun!</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 18 May 2011 13:00:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Cort</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[New non-stop service from L.A. to Cancun every week!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Going from the west coast to Cancun is now easier than ever with our Saturday non-stop flights from Los Angeles, California to <a href="http://www.godreamvacations.com/cancun/">Cancun</a>, Mexico.</p>
<p>With some of the lowest prices we&#8217;ve ever seen and the convenience of a non-stop flights, out L.A. clients will enjoy the white, sandy beaches and rich Mexican culture in no time at all!</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-large wp-image-2381" title="los-angelescancun" src="http://www.godreamvacations.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/los-angelescancun-555x306.jpg" alt="" width="555" height="306" /></p>
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		<title>Shakira LIVE in Concert</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2011 14:56:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Cort</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Activities & Excursions]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Cancun]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Mexico]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Palace]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Playa Del Carmen]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Riviera Maya]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Your chance to combine a great Shakira concert and a beach vacation for one low price. These tips don't lie!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2378" title="shakira Live concert" src="http://www.godreamvacations.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/shakira.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="160" /></p>
<p>The one and only Shakira will be appearing at the <a href="http://www.godreamvacations.com/MoonPalaceGolfSpaResort/">Moon Palace Golf</a> and Spa resort in Cancun, Mexico on July 15th! Any guests staying at <a href="http://www.godreamvacations.com/MoonPalaceGolfSpaResort/">Moon Palace</a>, <a href="http://www.godreamvacations.com/LeBlancSpaResort/">Le Blanc Spa</a>, or any other Cancun or Riviera Maya <a href="http://www.godreamvacations.com/PalaceResorts/">Palace Resort</a> between July 9 and July 21, 2011 will receive two complimentary tickets and free shuttle service. All you have to do is book 7 nights at a Palace resort in that date range, and let us know you want to see Shakira Live!</p>
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		<title>Who Is Dream Vacations?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2011 13:00:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Cort</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In these days of internet travel companies who don't make that effort to help their clients, we truly feel we are the best in the business!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We are asked this question every day. Who is <a href="http://www.godreamvacations.com/">Dream Vacations</a>, anyway? Well, we are an internet based travel agency and we specialize in Mexico and Caribbean vacations. We have a very strong base of return clients, who we value very much as they have helped us become Apple Vacation&#8217;s top selling agency for several years and Funjet Vacations top regional agency.</p>
<p>We serve up expert knowledge combined with the lowest prices. Despite our success as a company, we pride ourselves on honesty and integrity. We always try to relay our personal experiences to our clients and help them to pick a memorable vacation. In these days of internet travel companies who don&#8217;t make that effort to help their clients, we truly feel we are the best in the business!</p>
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		<title>Spending Your Anniversary in Style</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 May 2011 13:00:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Cort</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Adult Only]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Anniversary]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Couples Only]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Mexico]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Miscellaneous]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Romance]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[All you have to do is let us know it's your anniversary, and we can give you all the details you need to plan a special trip.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-2193" style="margin:0 0 10px 10px;" title="anniversary bed" src="http://www.godreamvacations.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/anniversary-bed-200x150.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="150" />One of the most momentous experiences in our lives is our wedding day, and a wonderful way to celebrate is by taking a vacation, just the two of you. Many resorts offer anniversary packages at no additional charge, and some even have special romance packages or rooms for purchase. Here is an example of the free honeymoon package offered at <a href="http://www.godreamvacations.com/SecretsCapriRivieraCancun/">Secrets Capri</a>:</p>
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<li>Welcome letter</li>
<li>Fresh fruit</li>
<li>1 Bottle of Sparkling wine</li>
<li>Slippers and bathrobes</li>
<li>Fresh flowers in the room on the arrival day</li>
<li>Rose Petals in the room on day of arrival</li>
<li>Special turn down service</li>
<li>Champagne breakfast in bed (Reservations must be made in advance with guest service)</li>
<li>15% discount on all treatments at the SPA</li>
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<p>All of those services are free of charge, and in addition to all the other fantastic amenities. All you have to do is let us know it&#8217;s your anniversary, and we can give you all the details you need to plan a special trip. It&#8217;s that easy.</p>
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