[nagdu] Good morning NAGDU

Thu Apr 1 12:26:14 UTC 2010

Good morning NAGDU:

I am so happy it is April 1. which means it is only 12 days until my 43 birthday, I love birthdays they mean we are still alive and kicking, especially after losing 5 years of my life on Dialysis.

I also wanted to remind everyone to work on the NAGDU fundraiser.  The only person on the cruise is me, hubby Nelson and my guide dog Maxx.

Last day for Deposits are June 1st, 2010.

You do not need to be a board member of member of NAGDU to go on the cruise.  If you want to help promote it ask me how.  The rates I have for the group, you will never get these again, they have since gone up quite a lot.

Remember, this is a fundraiser.  It could mean a lot of money for NAGDU.  Help support the Division we love.  Cannot do work with NAGDU if we do not have the funds.

I will send flyers if you need, DVDs of the cruise, brochures.

Cruise Lines because of the law suits that were brought upon them in the early 2000 for violating the ADA, from the NFB and other organizations has sent the Cruise Lines into being the best they can be with the blind and disabled.

So let's sail on them and make sure they are doing their jobs.

LETS GO ON A CRUISE AND CELEBRATE 25 YEARS OF NAGDU!

National Association of Guide Dog Users

7-Night Caribbean Group Cruise 

The National Association of Guide Dog Users (NAGDU) has partnered with Cheryl Echevarria, a member of NAGDU and Owner of Echevarriatravel.com, to sponsor a 7-day Caribbean Cruise for the benefit of NAGDU. For every person booking passage on this cruise, $25 will be donated to the National Association of Guide Dog Users with a matching contribution of $25 from Echevarriatravel.com 

The National Association of Guide Dog Users (NAGDU) is a special interest Division of the National Federation of the Blind for people who currently use guide dogs as mobility tools, those considering getting a guide dog, or those who want to learn more about the use of such dogs. One of NAGDU's major projects is the establishment of a national toll-free education and advocacy hotline that will provide on-demand access to information about guide dog use, including information about state and federal laws that protect the civil rights of service animal users. This hotline will also afford callers the ability to speak with a specially trained volunteer advocate to help resolve access issues. All Proceeds from this cruise will be used to support this innovative service and other valuable programs of the National Association of Guide Dog Users.

 Sailing Date: November 6, 2010 (round trip from Miami, FL)

Come enjoy a 7-night cruise aboard the new ship from Norwegian Cruise Lines, EPIC, which will make it's maiden voyage in July 2010. Enjoy the amenities this beautiful ship has to offer and visit the beautiful ports of St. Maarten, St. Thomas, Nassau and Miami, plus two additional days at sea. Whether it's the entertainment of Blue Man Group, Fat Cats, The Second City Comedy Troupe, the first aqua park at sea, or just relaxing at the spa or in a lounge chair at the pool, this cruise has something for every member of the family, including the kids.

Inside Staterooms (Category KK): $768.10* 

Family Balcony Staterooms (Category B2): $1208.10*

*Other staterooms are available! (These are closed to groups, but can be added as an individual space and put into the group. Because of this the price may vary!).

The above pricing is per person and based upon double occupancy. Prices include $25 donation to the National Association of Guide Dog Users, cruise fare, port charges, and all government taxes and fees (subject to change). Prices do not include air fare, transfers, or gratuities (all can be added and appropriate charges will apply).

Documentation Required

A U.S. Passport, valid for 6 months after the date of travel, will be required to board the ship. 

Payment Information

$300.00 per person deposit is due no later than June 1, 2010 ($25 of this deposit is non-refundable) Payment plans are available for the balance of the fare.

Final Payment is due no later than August 1, 2010 

Trip cancellation insurance is available and highly recommended. It is suggested that passengers with chronic illnesses purchase travel health insurance. This insurance must be purchased at the time of the deposit.

For more information or to book your travel

Be sure to mention NAGDU to secure these rates! 

Cheryl Echevarria 
Independent Travel Consultant
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