It’s time for our 5th Annual EZTravelPad Photo Contest and you can win one of several prizes to be given away!
Based on participation we will be giving away some Starbucks gift cards and other swag for runners up, but the best 2 photos overall (see rules below) will win one of 2 Grand Prizes….each is a $50 Amazon Gift Card
We are looking for photos of your –
Honeymoon
Destination Wedding (or a Destination Wedding that you attended)
Family Vacation
Friends Getaway
or any other great EZTravelPad vacation experience – like these past submissions…
Rules are simple – and there are 2 Ways to Enter & Win- (and yes, 2 Grand Prize Winners)
Speed matters-
Method #1- Open to EZTravelPad clients traveling during the period from August 1, 2017 to August 30, 2018
Simply email your photo(s) to EZTravelPad with the subject “Photo Contest 2018”
Quality matters- Make sure they are good ones – interesting – something you are proud of. We don’t need 50, just a couple of the best will do – photos with YOU, not just scenery or landscapes (although if you have a simply amazing photo of an iconic destination it will be considered this year)Cut-off for submission is September 30th, 2018 so just a few weeks to get in on the action. Beginning on October 1st the EZTravelPad team will review submissions and pick the 10 best to submit to our professional photographer team for final decision on the 1st Grand Prize WinnerNOTE- By sending in your photos you agree that it is ok for EZTravelPad to use your photo(s) on our website and/or post to social media such as Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and also use your first names (no last names will be posted)
Email photos to admin@eztravelpad.com with the following info
Who is pictured in the photo (main characters at least)
Where photo was taken
What sort of fun was taking place at the time
Method #2 –
Open to ALL clients who have ever traveled with EZTravelPad, but the photo needs to have been taken during an EZTravelpad booked trip
Simply…
“Like” EZTravelPad on Facebook (if you haven’t already you should) and then
Post your photo(s) to the EZTravelPad timeline and then
Tell all of your friends to “Like” the page and “Like” YOUR photo(s) (plus write a brief comment about what they like about the photo(s))….
Most “Likes” by September 30, 2018 wins the 2nd Grand Prize
Simple as that, we look forward to seeing your submissions-
Well, it’s warm in the summer and cool in the winter – but as far as popular destinations are concerned Croatia is HOT!
Why? Well there are many reasons –
Croatia is one of several destinations made more popular by the HBO series Game of Thrones
Croatia offers a terrific array of medieval cities
Croatia offers some amazing small ship cruises (mostly from cruiselines you have never heard of)
Croatia offers some of the most spectacular natural beauty to be found
Krka
Krka National Park is a popular place for hiking and enjoying the natural beauty of pristine waterfalls and more. On a recent cruise vacation we enjoyed a stop in the port city of Zadar (famous for it’s Sea Organ – a very unique piece of musical art). The Krka National Park was an offered excursion from Celebrity cruises so we checked it out and here’s what we found….
a beautiful forest populated by dozens of cascading waterfalls (too many and too vast to experience them all)
The hike was too short,..but it was beautiful
with some swimming possible…
in the waters just past the most beautiful of the falls in this area
Zadar-
Whether spending some time in port or staying in a hotel or nearby resort, the city of Zadar is a good place to spend some time shopping or dining. Actually I could not believe how affordable it was to purchase some great pastries!
There are some cool tours that allow you to experience the city by foot, bike, segway, kayak or e-scooter – or do something really exhilarating like going skydiving!
Yes…Croatia is beautiful with several national parks and other places of outstanding beauty, but there is so much more. Whether it’s an excursion while cruising on a mass market cruise ship, or a small ship cruise with several stops along the long Croatian coastline, or a fully independent yet structured tour incorporating several stops such as Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik & other parts of the interior of the country you can count on “Your friends….in the travel business” at EZTravelPad for sound advice and the ability to leverage our relationships to make sure that you have the best possible experience!
Venice, Italy – A lovely city to start or end your cruise vacation
There are not many things more enchanting than arriving to your Venice hotel in a water taxi.
Words and photos are not entirely capable of describing the emotions that you experience- the sounds, the sights, the sunshine on your face – the anticipation of visiting such an iconic destination.
Hotels-
Of course there are dozens and dozens of terrific hotels with varying levels of service. We chose the lovely Hotel Danieli located just steps from The Bridge of Sighs leading to Doges Palace and Piazza San Marco (St Mark’s Plaza) – terrific service and as convenient as it gets.
Venice is a city built on 118 islands (some small and others tiny) connected by hundreds of bridges that make up the city. The history of Venice dates back around 1600 years so as you might imagine there are some amazing examples of many different types or architectural influences including Gothic, Byzantine, Islamic & more. Below is but 1 of many gorgeous buildings
If you are a lover of any style of art and craftmanship then a visit to Murano is a must-do. Murano is a small island about 15 minutes boat ride from Venice. Complimentary tours are available and you will not see a better array of glassworks than you will here. The island is home to hundreds of glassblowers who have different specialties. The glassblowing demonstration is amazing
but what is more amazing is the showroom which consists of room upon room with unbelievable displays of artistic genius ranging from chandeliers to wine glasses and every type of glassware in between
St Marks’s Square & Basilica along with the Doges Palace are also must-see
Water Taxis and Gondolas
Of course no trip to Venice would be complete without spending some time on the water. Whether touring by water taxi…
or enjoying a gondola ride complete with serenade…
these are the memories that you will carry with you for many years to come (and of course taking a few photos helps too)!
Shopping
There are more shops that you can ever hope to get to even if staying for weeks – and cafes & restaurants are also in no short supply so save up some energy for that!
After a few hours of touring and shopping then a Spritz or 2 in a cafe is not to be missed
In short – Venice is simply magical and unforgettable.
When it’s time for your trip to Venice (or other bucket list destination) then you know you can turn to “Your friends….in the travel business” at EZTravelPad for expert guidance and the best values to be found.
When it comes to Adults-only All-inclusive resorts there are all sorts of options in Mexico and the Caribbean!
Some specialize in accommodating couples only, some others are open to anyone as long as they are 18 years or older – some are budget friendly, some quite luxury. Some are tranquil, others are party-central.
Some are on fantastic beaches – some are not. Even within a given brand there are wide differences based on the size of the resort, the age, the destination and specific location within the destination…so many variables!
One variable that is often overlooked are the things that are actually included – and at Unico Hotel Riviera Maya that list is long indeed!
Sure, they include all food and beverage (very good food and premium brands of spirits) – and they include entertainment – and activities on both land and in the water – but they also include something else that no other resort does…unlimited spa, golf & select off resort tours – Included!
You do pay a tax on the value of the spa, golf & tours that you consume, but it is a steal when you consider what you experience and what you would have paid for those experiences elsewhere
To get a sense of the vibe and feel of the resort check out this short video-
Your Local Host
It’s not exactly butler service, and it’s not exactly concierge service – probably best described as something in between, but the Local Host assigned to you will be very helpful with all sorts of things-
Your local host service brings the UNICO 20˚87˚ experience to the next level
Insider’s guide into the local scene—from hard-to-get reservations to the best-kept secret spots
Assistance with check-in and check-out
Late check out requests
Restaurant reservations
Tours, golf, and spa reservations
Planning special events or occasions
Packing and/or unpacking
Shoe shine, ironing and steaming services
Laundry service
Cleaning and maintenance requests
Spa tub preparation
Bag pick-up at check-out
Mixology program
Pillow menu request
Additional bathroom amenities
Aromatherapy
For more info and insights into the Unico experience click this link
Are you envisioning a “feet in the sand” wedding experience?
Are you envisioning a “feet in the sand” wedding experience?
There are not many things more enchanting than arriving to your Venice hotel in a water taxi.
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