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Tours FOR THE AGENT Continued from page 55 Hogwarts Express, scavenger-hunt tour of London film locations, Thames cruise (as seen in Order of the Phoenix), accommodations in hotel used by the cast, Potter-themed games and activities. Dates: July 15-23. Price: $3,099; $400 discount for children under 13 sharing room with adult. Contact: HP Fan Trips, www.hpfan trips.com/2008/lsf, 800-487-1136. Christian England & the World of C.S. Lewis Itinerary: 10-day escorted tour from London to Oxford (where Lewis lived and is buried) to York via the Cotswolds; also visits places with connections to writers J.R.R. Tolkien and John Bunyan. Departures: July 26, September 6, October 4. Price: $1,889-$1,919, depending on date. Contact: Globus, www.globus journeys.com/product.aspx?content= overview&trip=8TW, 866-755-8581. Other British Authors Itineraries: Five-night “The Brontës Literature and Countryside” in Yorkshire; three- or four-night “Jane Austen and the Regency” and three-night “Sherlock Holmes and His Creator,” both in England’s South Downs region. Departures: July 18, October 13 for Austen; October 12 for Brontës; September 26 for Sherlock Holmes. Price: $1,012-$1,222, depending on itinerary. Contact: Lynott Tours, www.lynott tours.com/b-lit.htm, 800-221-2474. Tuscany–Discover the Heartland Itinerary: Eight-day small-group tour featuring day trips to various Tuscan towns while staying in Pienza, where The English Patient and Zeffirelli’s Harry Potter Itinerary: Eight-night guided tour for families in England and Scotland, featuring Hogwarts-style banquet in Edinburgh Castle, a ride aboard the train used as The Skyway Diner, made famous by The Sopranos Put yourself in our shoes. Step into soft, white, sandy beaches and breathtaking sunsets. Soak up the arts, culture, history, and heritage of old and new Florida, while enjoying outdoor activities, sports of all kinds, great shopping, and unique entertainment, only minutes away from major Florida attractions. Order a free Visitor’s Guide today! Romeo and Juliet were filmed, and concluding with a day and night in Cortona, setting of Under the Tuscan Sun. Departures: June 22, August 31, October 12. Price: 1,585 euros (approx. $2,460). Contact: Tuscany Under the Skin, www.tuscanyundertheskin.com/ tourinfo.html#anchor-tuscany-11481, enquiries@tuscanyundertheskin.com or 011-61-414-398-450. Around the World in 80 Ways Historic resort property set on 22 acres off the Intracoastal waters, spacious guestrooms, private beach club, golf course, on-site spa, tennis, 3 pools, ice cream parlor and beachfront dining. One call for it all! Hundreds of privately-owned condos & pool homes…Vacation accommodations on & near the beach…25 popular condo communities…15 pool homes… Affordable dream vacations for 25 years! Belleview Biltmore Resort, Golf Club & Spa Capalbo Rental & Management natural, marine, water attractions, family entertainment, minutes from Orlando. Free visitor’s guide. and stay in a 1, 2, or 3-bedroom suite featuring breathtak- Itinerary: A 28-day journey by private jet, packed with exclusive activities and amenities; the 12 destinations include many of those visited by Phileas Fogg in Jules Verne’s Around the World in 80 Days, including London, Hong Kong, Japan and New York. Dates: per client preference. Price: $1 million per couple (yes, this pays 10 percent commission!). Contact: The Leading Hotels of the World, www.lhw.com/80ways, 212-5155704. —AO Tampa. Visit our website for special offers! Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce Enjoy a tropical island escape on Residence Inn by St. Petersburg - Treasure Island Beach, Florida award-winning beaches at disappear, adults indulge in the serenity of simple pleasures, where kids never run out of things to do. Visit us online for great rates. TripAdvisor . Then enjoy worldclass museums, seafood and visitor guide. ® TradeWinds Island Resorts Visit St. Petersburg/Clearwater 56 Home-BasedTravelAgent MAY 2 0 0 8 http://www.globusjourneys.com/product.aspx?content http://www.globusjourneys.com/product.aspx?content http://www.hpfantrips.com/2008/lsf http://www.hpfantrips.com/2008/lsf http://www.lynotttours.com/b-lit.htm http://www.lynotttours.com/b-lit.htm http://www.visitclearwaterflorida.com http://www.tuscanyundertheskin.com/tourinfo.html#anchor-tuscany-11481 http://www.tuscanyundertheskin.com/tourinfo.html#anchor-tuscany-11481 http://belleviewbiltmore.com http://capalborental.com http://clearwaterflorida.org http://residenceinntreasureisland.com http://www.lhw.com/80ways http://justletgo.com/escape http://visitstpeteclearwater.com

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Home Based Travel Agent - May 2008 Contents Editor’s Note: When It’s Just Not Worth It Publisher’s Note: Never Underestimate Your Lifeline: When Things Go Wrong, You May Need To Agent Spotlight: Odyssey Travel’s Michelle Duncan New Technology: Resources That Can Help You Quickly Industry News: Costa Names Field Sales Director Hot Deals: From the Caribbean to Canada and London Success Stories Independent Associations Southern Swing Mexico Dominican Republic Cover Story: Australia Family Trips Theme Tours New Products: Urban At Ease Laptop Messenger Bag

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