Christmastime Wishes

To me, there is not a time more special than Christmas. What I like is that everyone seems joyful and happy, no matter their circumstance....what bothers me is that we cannot have this cheer all year long.

Thank you all for your support during my big 'expansion' year - moving into general quilt activities as well as holding on to those dear antique textile trips!! As a way of saying thanks for everyone who books a 2009 tour with me through the end of January and mentions the Christmas Eve Blog as their referral will receive $100 credit toward their tour.

May peace and blessings be yours now and into 2009.

Deb Roberts

Additional incentives added to Quiltsmiles program

Especially in the current economy, in addition to providing deluxe travel experiences at affordable prices, I have been striving for a additional ways to help those who travel with me continue to achieve their travel dreams. In April, 2008 I announced Quiltsmiles, the quilt travel industry's first "frequent traveler" program to reward loyal travelers. Similar to airline and hotel programs, travelers earn credits based on the length and cost of their trip which can accrue or be used to offset the price of any future tour. Members of this program also receive special amenities and gifts during their trips, and invitations to one of a kind travel experiences prior to general announcements.

On December 15, I announced additional features and incentives that will allow one to earn credits for future travel. The Friends and Family plan will allow one to earn cash credit toward a future tour when they or a friend/family member book any type of travel through me. This can be an individual trip, a cruise, a student hostel trip, golf trip, art lovers journey, European River Cruise - anything one's heart desires, I will plan the perfect journey for you - and I will guarantee the best possible price. In booking through me, you will earn 1/2 of the commission I earn as a credit that will be applied to your Quiltsmiles account for use on a future group tour. It cannot get better.

Please check my website for more information - and learn how to travel with me for free.

Votes of Confidence!

I wish to thank those who participated on the online poll for Best Quilt Cruise and Tour provider - I am honored that you believe my services to you have exceeded all others and I promise to do my best to continue to provide unprecidented travel experiences at prices that cannot be beat.

Bali Tour Almost Full

I have 2 places left on the tour to Bali - a terrific itinerary at an even better price; only $2998 including round trip air from LAX. Many meals are included on this incredible journey of the textile cultures in this part of Indonesia - where I am told one can buy Batiks for about $1.00 a yard. If anyone has been - I would love to know if this is true?? With deluxe accommodations awaiting us - I can hardly hold in the anticipation of this adventure. Pamela Mostek, internationally known quilt teacher will be joining us - this trip will be too fun to miss!!

Please do not be disappointed - register now before the 2 spots are gone.

Princess reduces Charity Cruise Rates!

Great news! For our AUGUST 2009 fundraising trip to the British Isles:

Princess Cruise line is running a special through February 28, 2009 that will allow one to attend the Festival of Quilts in Birmingham, England AND participate on the Quilt Cruise for less than $2,500 per person. This annual cruise sale will allow participants to join our cruise/tour beginning August 21, 2009 for 3 days at Europe's premier quilting event in Birmingham followed by our 12 day quilting cruise cruise (a total of 15 days) at an incredible rate which will include most meals.

The cruise - as mentioned in an earlier blog will circle the British Isles clockwise from London - returning to the Southampton port 13 days after departure. Ports will include Guernsey Island, Cork, Dublin, Liverpool, Belfast, Lochness/Inverness, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Paris/La Havre. We will be joined by a versatile group of incredible instructors including England's Sandie Lush, Pam Holland, Yvonne Porcella and Kathy Kansier.

Also note, one does not have to be a quilter to enjoy this trip! The Crown Princess is an incredible ship with 100s of activities for any traveler, bring family and friends and enjoy an incredible reunion at sea while enjoying the famous sites of the British Isles.

Best of all - proceeds from this program will be donated to the Quilter's Hall of Fame or to disaster relief - the choice will be yours.

Other tour operators are offering the Festival of Quilt & England tours for the same price and half the time!! Do not miss out on this incredible opportunity!