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PRESS RELEASE: New Visit Britain – BritAgent | Bruce Oliver | Cruise with Bruce

Thursday, March 14th, 2013

New Visit Britain – BritAgent

Bruce Oliver, Cruise with Bruce Enterprises

Earns Prestigious Top Rank in VisitBritain’s Tourism Academy

British_Agent_certified travel agent LogoLas Vegas, NV & Enfield, CT (March 14, 2013) – Keith Beecham, Director, Overseas Network for VisitBritain.com announced that a travel agent achieved the prestigious BritAgent status in the Visit Britain training program. As a BritAGENT, Bruce Oliver of Las Vegas’ Cruise with Bruce Enterprises joins an exclusive group of travel agents who are now recognized by VisitBritain at the tourism board’s highest level for their unique qualifications and knowledge as a travel planning professional. Oliver earned this distinction after completing the courses and passing the exams with an grade above 80% to graduate from the program. The program is conducted by VisitBritain.com and supported by Virgin Atlantic Airlines and certifies him as a British Travel Professional.

“As a nine time traveler to Great Britain and London, I’m thrilled to be designated as a BritAgent (AKA a British Agent Man). I’ve expanded my expertise about visiting the land of my Great Grandparents, one of my favorite travel destinations. The knowledge I’ve gained makes me a more valuable resource for my clients and enables me to recommend customized vacations based on their lifestyle. I have clients visiting London and Great Britain who are currently staying from 12 to 60 days. I am working with Collette Travel and the RHS (AKA the Royal Horticultural Society) to host a RHS Garden Holiday that I call my ‘Gardens, Golf and Pubs Tour‘ (April 3, 2014) with private tours to discover London and the beauty of the RHS Garden Wisley, the Royal Garden at Windsor Castle, Cambridge University’s Botanical Garden, take a private tour of Castle Howard in Yorkshire, attend an exclusive workshop at RHS Garden Harlow Carr in North Yorkshire, we’ll also stay at the prestigious Adwark Manor Golf & Spa Resort for three days, and we will end our tour with a visit to see the sights and Royal Botanical Garden in Edinburgh. And that’s just the beginning. I also plan future cruises that will circumnavigate the British Isles by sea.” Oliver said.

The Visit Britain Tourism Board’s BritAgent training program is designed to help agents like Oliver to educate his growing base of clients who wish to visit the British Isles. The course covered three main topics: Britain The Basics, Destination Britain and Experience Britain. Oliver spent several hours learning about the countries and counties that make up Great Britain including: England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.  The program educates agents about the huge number of options that are available to visitors to Great Britain, London and all of Britain’s major cities.

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For further information contact:

Bruce Oliver, London Travel Agent Specialist

Cruise with Bruce Enterprises – Axis Mundi Systems, LLC

Phone: 877-661-7158

Email: Bruce@CruiseWithBruce.com

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101 Reasons to Use A Travel Agent | Cruise with Bruce Enterprises | Travel Agent

Friday, March 8th, 2013

101 Reasons to Use a

Travel Agent/Expert/Specialist

Cruise with Bruce Enterprises

1. Convenient One-Stop Shopping

Travel agents can handle every aspect of your trip from airline tickets to lodging, ground transportation, activities, tours and more.

2. Consumer Advocate

If you should have a problem during your trip, travel agents can act on your behalf to see that proper restitutions are made.

3. Expert Guidance

Travel agents are experts in helping travelers get where they need to go and in helping to create possibilities most people never would have dreamed were possible.

4. Save Time

Avoid the headaches and let the travel agents call around and do all the time consuming work of planning a complex itinerary.

5. Choice

Travel agents offer you an array of options and price quotes from a variety of travel suppliers, giving you the upper hand when making your final travel decisions.

6. Less Stress

Planning a trip can be stressful. There are so many options and details to worry about. Travel agents do the work, resulting in less stress for you.

7. Updated Information

Travel agents are constantly communicating with the travel community, thus giving you the most up to date info on airlines, hotels, car rental agencies, travel visas, and other travel services to consider as you plan your trip.

8. Customer Service

Travel agents offer that “personal touch” to your travel planning experience- Offering help and advice that a website cannot provide.

9. Travel Documentation

Travel agents can help you to prepare and organize any necessary documents that you may need in order to travel outside of the country.  They can direct you to your local passport office, and they know where you need a visa, as well as any other documentation that you might need along the way.

10. Travel Expertise

Many travel agents are considered experts in the area you are traveling to and have probably already been to your chosen destination.

11. Best Value for Your Money Spent

Travel agents can help you to make your dollars go farther while you are away.  They have access to finding all sorts of deals ranging from flights to hotels to dinner recommendations.

12. Location, Location, Location!!!!

Travel Specialists can help you to find a place to stay pretty much anywhere you desire.  If it’s a hotel with a view of the ocean in Hawaii or a jungle hut in the Nilgiri foothills, a travel agent can help you make it happen.

13. Knowledge of All the Ins and Outs

Travel specialists can help bring you up to speed on the local laws and regulations of wherever your travels take you.

14. Credentials

Travel agents attend all sorts of seminars and classes to prepare themselves for trip requests like yours.

15.  Tourist Attractions

Travel agents can give you a list of all the not-to-miss spots: such as amusement parks, museums, nature preserves, and historical locations.

16. Avoid International Flight Confusion

Travel specialists can help organize those confusing international flights that internet search engines don’t cover.

17. Where to Go With Kids

Travel agents can help you to find great locations that are kid- friendly.

18. Trip Cancellation

Something has come up and you need to cancel your trip? If you have used a travel agent they are the only person you need to call.

19. Travel Insurance

With all the countless options for travel insurance these days, it can become confusing.  A travel agent can help you pick which package works best for your needs.

20. Personalized Trips

A travel agent can prepare you a personalized trip based on where you want to go and what you want to do.

21. Where to Go to Avoid Kids

Want to go somewhere without children running all over the place? A travel agent can help you to find excellent retreats that are open to adults only.

22. Good Senior Trips

Need a trip with a good balance of sight-seeing, rest and relaxation? Travel agents can help lucky retirees plan great extended trips that are senior-friendly.

23. Student Discounts

Some travel agents are an excellent go- to source for students looking to go on discounted trips.

24. Exotic Adventures

Travel experts can help to recommend great once in a lifetime experiences. They can help you to find the best/safest shark cages to dive into and the highest free-fall bungees to jump off.

25. Great Deals without Sitting at a Time Share Presentation

Want an affordable trip to Florida without having to sit through a timeshare presentation? A travel agent can help you to exceptional deals without the stipulations.

26. What to Eat

Where are all the top chefs at your destination? Travel specialists give great advice on the best restaurants to hit on your trip.

27. What Not to Eat

Leaving your home country and not familiar with the new language?  Travel agents can help give you some forewarnings so you don’t accidently order the local delicacy (which may or may not be specially prepared bugs) without meaning to.

28. Local Traditions

Travel specialists can update you on all local traditions and customs of places you are visiting, so you make a good impression. For example, in Japan many people expect their visitors to take their shoes off before entering their homes.

29. Local Laws

Many countries have laws that are very different from your own. Travel agents can help give you a quick rundown of what you need to be aware of before you go.

30. Busiest Travel Times to Avoid

If you want a quiet trip, travel experts know what dates you should avoid and can help you plan your trip accordingly.

31. Avoid Unexpected Expenses

Travel agents will be able to inform you about expenses you will incur on your trip, even ones you might never expect.

32. Exchange Rate Knowledge

Travel agents are knowledgeable of the countries where your dollar can go further.

33. Useful Travel Books to Have with You

A travel expert can give you advice on what travel books are the most useful to have with you. Some of these books list restaurants, customs, and small amounts of the local language.

34. List of Not- to- Miss Places

Travel specialists can give you a great list of not- to- miss hikes, waterfalls, and cliffs that may or may not be published elsewhere.

35. What to Wear

Many restaurants have different types of dress codes. If you are interested in dining at specific places on your trip, your travel expert can advise you on appropriate dress wear for the occasion.

36. What Not to Wear

Travel agents can help you to be in the know of local dress code restrictions. So if a thong is part of your favorite beachwear, you should know that they are illegal in places like the Isle of Palms.

37. Crime Rates

Travel experts are great at informing you about questionable parts of town that you may be heading to and can give you tips on what to look out for.

38. Someone to Call if Having a Problem During Your Trip

An online travel agency is not going to answer the phone when you call with any complications during your trip. A travel agent continues to give you that personal support even while you are away.

39. When You Shouldn’t Drink the Water

We are always told when you travel be careful of the water. Travel agents can advise you on when it is safe and when it’s not safe to drink the water.

40. Small Intercontinental Flights Delayed – What to do?

Travel agents can help you find somewhere to stay when you are left helpless at an airport overnight due to flight delays.

41. Saves You Precious Time on Your Trip

To avoid 36 hours in the airport, your travel expert can help plan your trip so your time spent getting to where you want to go is the shortest it can be.

42. Anticipating Trouble

Travel agents are extremely useful if you are planning a trip to a known weather troubled area such as the hurricane plagued Caribbean islands. In the event of a natural disaster, your travel agent can work to immediately reschedule or cancel your trip so there are no worries for you.

43. Complicated Itineraries Made Simple

Travel experts can take care of all the details for those complicated around the world itineraries and all the extra headaches that go with them, such as hotel and transportation along the way.

44. Special Needs Travelers

Travel specialists can prearrange any wheelchair or special need that someone in your travel party may have. They can also take the time to make sure your reserved accommodations are safe and easily accessible for the special needs traveler.

45. What to Pack

Some activities you choose to partake in may require different layers of clothing throughout the day. Your travel agent can advise you on what to bring. A bike trip down an extinct volcano in Hawaii for example, may require you to start out with jackets and wool socks, but when you get to the bottom you may be down to shorts and a tank top.

46. Let Them Wait on Hold

By using a travel agent you no longer have to wait on hold and talk to automated systems while trying to book different parts of your trip.

47. Business Concerns

If the airline you are scheduled to use goes on strike or bankrupt while you are traveling, your travel agent can work to find you alternate travel means while you continue to relax at the hotel.

48.  Transportation in Smaller Countries

Travel agents can arrange all your transportation and travel needs, especially in those smaller countries where you may not know if cabs or van services are safe.

49. Group Hotel Reservations

Travel agents can help to keep everyone in your group on the same floor at a hotel.

50. Charter Private Boating Trips

Travel specialists can help you to avoid paying top dollar for chartered snorkeling or fishing trips for large groups. They can often find great deals for large groups who want to do personalized tours.

51. Immunizations That May Be Needed

To enter certain countries you may be required to obtain certain immunizations first. Your travel expert can advise you on the steps you need to take.

52. Special Deals Worked Out in Advance

Travel agents may have a relationship with certain tour operators and could be able to get you a special price that might not otherwise be available.

53. Make Travel Meaningful for Children

Travel agents can offer information about kid-friendly activities on your trip to make the experience exciting and meaningful for everyone.

54. Where to Shop

Travel agents can offer excellent advice on great shopping neighborhoods in your destination city.

55. Avoid Scams

Not all 5 star hotels are treated equally. Many times photos are outdated and information about the hotel you are considering may not be true. Travel agents can make sure that what you are seeing beforehand is what you get.

56.  What You Can Buy Later

New airline restrictions make packing for long trips hard. Travel experts can give you advice on what you might be able to purchase while you are on your trip to avoid having excess weight in your luggage beforehand.

57.  Advice on Where to Go if You Get Sick

If you happen to be unfortunate enough to get hurt or fall ill while on your trip, your travel agent can help you find somewhere clean and safe for medical attention.

58. Trust

If you should have any questions after booking your trip, you know how to reach your travel agent and can avoid the confusing FAQ section on a website.

59.  You Know How to Reach Them When You Need Them

Problems at the airport? Reservation issues at the hotel? Your travel agent is a phone call away from getting your problem solved.

60. Tips and Tricks

How early do you really need to be at the airport? What are the quickest ways to get through security? Your travel expert can advise you of the airport security levels the day of your trip and any new security checkpoints you may have to worry about.

61. Is the Upgrade Worth It?

Your travel expert can help you save money by helping you decide if certain upgrades at hotels are really worth the extra money.

62. Difference in Days to Save Money

Instead of playing around with dates on the internet for hours, your travel agent can advise you on any changes to your travel dates that might save you hundreds of dollars.

63. Staying In-the-Know of Daily Promotions

Travel agents get emails and faxes of daily money saving promotions.

64. Enhancing the Trip with Extra Amenities

Your travel specialist may be able to arrange for those little extras- like a bottle of champagne to be waiting in your room when you arrive.

65. Using Clout in Impossible Situations

Whether it is airline seats, cruise reservations, or overbooked activities travel experts have more buying power than the average consumer.

64. Clarifying the Fine Print

Your travel agent can advise you of all the cancelation penalties and restrictions hidden in the fine print of your travel documents.

65. Detailed Itineraries

Your travel expert can help you plan out your trip day- by -day to give you a good mix of fun and relaxation.

66. Advice on Activities to Book Beforehand

A travel expert can forewarn you of any activities that tend to sell out early so there are no unexpected disappointments when you are there. For example, character dining in Disney sells out months in advance.

67. General Ideas on Where to Go

A travel expert can offer excellent trip advice based on the details of what type of trip you want to take. Internet booking sites tend to require a destination up front.

68. A Trip to Nowhere…Sort of

Want to get away to somewhere that is not normally a vacation hot spot? Your travel specialist can help you find that perfect place.

69.  Great Singles Trips

A travel agent can help find you exciting singles trips and cruises.

70.  What to Pack

Your travel expert can give you great advice on what to pack to those exotic destinations.

71.  Plan a Trip Where you Bring the Kids but Can Still Get Some Alone Time

Many cruises and resorts now offer activities throughout the day for young children that make the day fun for them and give you some time to yourself. Travel experts can help you find great family destination options such as these.

72. Higher Productivity Benefits

You have your trip planned while you are hard at work in the office.

73. You Get to be the Boss

You get to tell someone what to do for a change.

74. Great Group Trips

Trying to organize a trip for big group of people? A travel expert can help get all the details finalized and update everyone in the group.

75. Someone to Complain to

If that slim chance were to occur that you do not get what you were promised, you have a real person to go back and complain to. Travel agents will work hard to rectify the matter.

76.  They Are Considered Travel Experts and Specialists

Wouldn’t you rather have a travel expert plan your trip rather than a preprogrammed website?

77. Best Pre-Seat Assignments Possible

Travel agents can talk directly with the airline to arrange for you to get the seats with the most leg room, seats that might not otherwise be released until the day of the flight.

78. Mapping Routes Out Ahead of Time

Not really good at reading maps? A good travel expert can help you to map out any basic directions you might need on your trip ahead of time.

79. Family with 3 Small Children and Only Want 1 Room?

A travel expert might be able to find a way to help a family with small children get around the hotel policies of only 4 to a room.

80.  Help, I’m Lost!!!!!!

If you should get lost somewhere along the way, your travel agent could be a good outlet for help.

81. It just Makes Sense to Use a Travel Agent.

82. They’re Out There… Use Them

Why do the work if someone else like a travel specialist can.

83. Possibility of a Free Gift

Some travel agents offer free incentives. Who doesn’t like the possibility of free presents?

84. Even if the Internet Goes Down Your Trip Can Still Be Planned

Your travel agent is still getting your trip planned even if your internet at home or at the office is not working.

85. Back-up Distributor of Documents

You can give your travel agent a copy of all your travel documents so if anything were to get lost you have someone to call that can send copies.

86. Because We Said So

Our business is to help you find a qualified travel specialist.

87. What to Expect on the Flight

Your travel expert can give you helpful answers on what to expect long flights to be like, and maybe some interesting activities to do while flying.

88. It is Their Job

Travel agents actually work to get different accreditations to increase their qualifications as a travel expert.

 

89. Lost Baggage

 

If the airline should lose your baggage, your travel agent can get on the phone and make sure the airline works as quickly as they can to solve the problem allowing you to at least go relax at the hotel.

 

90.  Travel Agents Must Be Doing Something Right.  They Sure Have a lot of Business

Travel agents still sell 51 percent of all airline tickets, 87 percent of all cruises, 81 percent of all tours and packages, 45 percent of all car rentals and about 47 percent of all hotels. *

91. Don’t Like Letter Writing?

A good travel agent will send a letter to the airline or hotel for you if you should have a bad flight or poor service at a hotel.

92. Sound Important When Talking About Your Trip

After a bragging about a great trip to coworkers or the neighbors, and they ask how you got all those details organized you can say, “My agent did it.”

93. Forbidden Fruit

Your travel agent can forewarn you of items not allowed to be brought back into the United States. –Yes, you have to smoke those Cuban cigars before you leave to come home and you can’t bring that “rattling rose apple” back with you from India!

94. Financial Planning

Travel experts can help you to create a budget to stick to while you are on your trip, so you can have a good time and not break the bank.

95. Good Babysitters

Travel experts might be able to help you find a local babysitter in the area you are traveling to if you want to plan a night out alone.

96. Good Lounge Recommendations

Travel specialists can help you decide if purchasing access to an airline lounge is worth it or not.

97. Good Airport Hangouts

Travel agents travel a lot. They can probably help you figure out what to do with that extra time you have in an airport after getting through security.

98. Where to Watch Your Wallet More Carefully

Although you should always take extra care to hold onto your wallet when traveling, travel agents can warn you if pick-pocketing is common at your future destination.

99. What to Put in the Hotel Safe

Travel agents can give you good advice on what you should be keeping in that hotel safe while you are out exploring the sites so there is nothing important missing when you return.

100. Altering Your Travel Arrangements

If you have already booked your trip but want to change some details your travel agency can help get all the necessary steps done, leaving you without the headache and confusion.

101. It Makes Traveling Easy

Once you find a good travel agent, your dream vacation is just a phone call away.

*Source: American Society of Travel Agents

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10 Myths About Travel Agents | Cruise with Bruce Enterprises | Travel Agent

Friday, March 8th, 2013

10 Myths About Travel Agents

Cruise with Bruce Enterprises

Affiliated with ROVIA LLC an award winning agent resource

1.    Myth: All Travel Agents and Agencies are the Same

Fact: Every travel agent is different and has a different area that they specialize in. So, depending on what type of trip you are looking to take one travel agent will suit you better than another. That’s why it is important when planning a trip to find a travel agent that specializes in where you want to go. (NOTE: Check out my webpage for more info: http://www.CruiseWithBruce.com )

2.    Myth:  No One Uses  Travel Agents Anymore

Fact: Travel agents still sell 51 percent of all airline tickets, 87 percent of all cruises, 81 percent of all tours and packages, 45 percent of all car rentals and about 47 percent of all hotels.*

3.    Myth: Travel Agents are Trying to Cheat Me if They Don’t Quote Me the Cheapest Price

Fact: Travel agents know the ins and outs of different itineraries. While you might find one that is a little bit cheaper, that cheaper itinerary might involve a whole slew of headaches.  For example, longer waits at the airport and odd travel times.  A travel agent will be looking to get you the best value for you money spent which should include the most direct and time friendly itinerary they can find. – Unless you have told them you would prefer to have the cheaper options presented as well expect value to be a factor included in the trip they plan. (NOTE: The Best Value for the Dollar Spent is my motto. As the owner of Cruise with Bruce I always try to get my clients the best value for the buck. I want you to be happy with your vacation package and if you are not, you will be calling me or you will book with someone else the next time. Cheaper is not always better.  If you find a cruise or tour for less, please let me know and I will check it out to see if it is something I would recommend.)

4.    Myth:  It is Expensive to Use a Travel Agent

Fact: The fee a travel agent charges really depends upon the agent. While some of the more luxury agencies have higher fees, the average fee is quite marginal. Some travel agents will even drop the fee or offer a discount once you have finalized your trip with them. Plus, you can always ask an agent upfront what their fees are and decide for yourself if it’s worth it. Also, it is important to remember that a lot of online booking sites, such as Orbitz and Expedia, charge a booking fee as well. Cruise with Bruce Enterprises does not normally charge a fee to book anything but an air line. Book your airline tickets by clicking here.

5.    Myth:  I Can Easily Book the Same Trip on My Own Without Using A Travel Agent.

Fact:  Although travel agents have access to all of the same outlets you would use when looking to book travel, they also have access to exclusive pricing and package deals that are most times not available to the public. Your travel agent also has more leverage in helping out in situations such as hotels claiming to be booked, when in fact they may still have rooms available that are on hold for travel agents reservations. So when everyone else is telling you “No” your travel agent can help turn that to a “Yes.”

6.    Myth: Travel Agents Don’t Have Information as Updated as the Internet

Fact: Travel agents obtain some of their information from the same sources as online booking sites such as Orbitz and Travelocity. They also receive daily emails and faxes with new specials from resorts and hotels that may not be published on the internet. Travel agents can also call a place directly to see if they can work out other kinds of special deals for you, something an online site can’t do.

7.    Myth: Travel Agents Are a Waste of Time

Fact: Although you can find much of the same information that the travel agent provides for you on your own, you are going to spend a lot of valuable time doing so.  A travel agent can actually save you from hours of painful research and price comparison shopping.  They have up to date prices, hotel conditions, and interesting new activities. Their prior knowledge and experience gives them the upper hand in trip planning.

8.    Myth: Travel Agents Have Lost Their Clout

Fact: Travel agents book hotels, cruises, and activities every day. The companies that provide these services know that and want their business and will work to keep that business coming back. So while a place might be telling you “Sorry we are booked,” for your one time trip, they are more likely to make an acceptation for the travel agent to insure that the agent sends them more business in the future.

9.    Myth:  Good Travel Agents are Hard to Find

Fact:  While there are some below par travel agents out there, Bruce Oliver and Cruise with Bruce Enterprises is available to book your custom travel experience. For over 35 years Bruce Oliver has traveled and cruised to over 40 countries around the world. Check here for customized tours and cruises to: Alaska, the Caribbean, Hawaii, England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland and Paris.

10.    Myth:  Travel Agents Can Only Book My Flight and Hotel

Fact:  Travel agents can arrange car service, personalized tours and activities, in addition to all the basic travel services they provide. They are also excellent sources of information concerning good restaurants, good sites to see, and tips on what to pack. Cruise with Bruce Enterprises prefers not to book flights only. Click Here to book your Flight

*Source: American Society of Travel Agents

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PRESS RELEASE: New Princess Cruise Academy Commodore | Bruce Oliver

Thursday, January 10th, 2013

PRESS RELEASE

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PrincessCE_logoNew Princess Academy Commodore

Bruce Oliver, Cruise with Bruce Enterprises

Earns Prestigious Top Rank in Princess Cruises Academy

Las Vegas, NV & Enfield, CT (January 9, 2013) – A travel agent has achieved prestigious Commodore status in Princess Cruises’ Academy training program, certifying him as an expert cruise professional. As a Commodore, Bruce Oliver of Las Vegas’ Cruise with Bruce Enterprises joins an exclusive group of travel agents who are now recognized by Princess at the Academy’s highest level for their unique qualifications and knowledge as a cruise planning professional. Oliver earned this distinction after completing the minimum 25 courses necessary to graduate from the program.

“We at Princess are very proud of Bruce’s dedication, as he put in extra effort to offer clients exceptional knowledge regarding our cruise vacation product as well as our worldwide destinations,” said Jan Swartz, Senior Vice President of Customer Service and Sales at Princess. “Travel agents who reach this top level in our Academy program have completed hours of course work to become a cruising expert, which will prove invaluable to providing clients with a great vacation.”

Princess Academy is the cruise industry’s most comprehensive online training program available to travel agents in the U.S. and Canada. Agents who complete the extensive coursework become experts on a wide range of topics, offering travelers full knowledge of important details about a Princess vacation such as the different passenger amenities on the line’s 17 ships, the company’s worldwide destinations and the many special programs available onboard.

“I’m thrilled to be a Princess Commodore and expand my expertise about cruising. The knowledge I’ve gained makes me a more valuable resource for my clients, and enables me to recommend the very best vacation which matches all of their needs. In September, 2013, I am also launching a series of Writers at Sea Workshops with a Princess cruise to Alaska. The workshop series will be conducted by award winning authors Michael Cervin (3rd Rock from the Sun actor turned travel writer and wine critic from Santa Barbara, California) and Rick Robinson (Kentucky’s award winning author, political advisor and professor),” Oliver said.

To become a Commodore, travel agents must fulfill 25 required and elective classes, representing approximately 15 hours of total course work covering worldwide destinations, onboard programs, and customer service skills. As they complete courses, agents receive their “stripes” through four levels: First Officer, Staff Captain, Captain and finally Commodore. Agents can continue to take elective courses to expand their knowledge and keep their Commodore status current.

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For further information contact:
Bruce Oliver, Cruise with Bruce Enterprises
Phone: 877-661-7158
Email: Bruce@CruiseWithBruce.com

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PRESS RELEASE – New Cunard Cruise Academy Commodore Expert | Cunard Commodore Bruce Oliver

Saturday, September 29th, 2012

PRESS RELEASE

New Cunard Cruise Academy Commodore Expert

Cruise Ship Expert Bruce Oliver, Cunard Commodore Status

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Bruce Oliver, Cunard Academy Commodore Certified Expert

Local Travel Professional Becomes Cunard Voyage Expert by Earning Prestigious Top Rank in Cunard Academy

Las Vegas, Nevada (September 28, 2012) – An Enfield, Connecticut travel professional has achieved prestigious Commodore status in the Cunard Academy training programme, certifying him as a Cunard Line expert for booking travel on the company’s flagship Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria and new liner Queen Elizabeth.  As a Commodore, Bruce Oliver of the Las Vegas’s Cruise with Bruce Enterprises joins an exclusive group of travel professionals who are now recognized by Cunard at the Academy’s highest level for their unique qualifications and knowledge as a voyage planning professional. Oliver earned this distinction after completing the minimum 25 courses necessary to graduate from the programme.

“We at Cunard are very proud of Bruce Oliver’s dedication, as he put in extra effort to offer clients exceptional knowledge regarding the legendary ocean liners of Cunard,” said Jan Swartz, Senior Vice President of Customer Service and Sales for Cunard.  “Travel professionals who reach this top level in our Academy programme have completed hours of course work to become an expert on the company’s legacy, traditions and unique voyage experience and can provide their clients the opportunity to be a part of an iconic Cunard travel adventure.”

Cunard Academy is the cruise industry’s most comprehensive online training programme available to travel professionals in the U.S. and Canada. Travel professionals who complete the extensive coursework become experts on a wide range of topics, offering travellers full knowledge of important details about a Cunard voyage aboard Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria or Queen Elizabeth.  Courses educate travel professionals on such areas as the line’s legendary Transatlantic Crossings and World Voyages, exclusive Grill accommodations, compelling enrichment programmes (Cunard Insights), world-class dining and renowned White Star ServiceSM .

 “I’m thrilled to be a Cunard Commodore and expand my expertise about these iconic ships. The knowledge I’ve gained makes me a more valuable resource for my clients, and helps me to match a Cunard voyage to sophisticated travellers who seek the quintessential ocean liner experience. In May, 2013, I am also launching a series of Transatlantic Jazz Cruises on Cunard’s Queen Mary2 featuring Erin Dickins, MANHATTAN TRANSFER founder.” said Oliver.

To become a Commodore, travel professionals must fulfill 25 required and elective classes, representing approximately 15 hours of total course work covering worldwide destinations, on-board programmes, and customer service skills. As they complete courses, travel professionals earn their “stripes” through four levels: First Officer, Staff Captain, Captain and finally Commodore, and can continue to take elective courses to expand their knowledge and keep their Commodore status current.

For further information, contact Bruce Oliver at Cruise with Bruce Enterprises, 866-661-7158, or email TransaltanticJazz@CruiseWithBruce.com.

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On board Queen Mary 2, guests revel in extravagant musical productions in spacious theatres, dance the night away in the Queens Room, the largest ballroom at sea, enjoy the vast selection of 8,000 books in the largest library at sea, take a ride through the Cosmos in the only planetarium at sea, engage in stimulating activities and fascinating lectures, and savour superb gourmet dining prepared by world-class chefs.

Cunard Line is a proud member of World’s Leading Cruise Lines.  The exclusive alliance also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Costa Cruises and The Yachts of Seabourn.  Sharing a passion to please each guest, and a commitment to quality and value, member lines appeal to a wide range of lifestyles and budgets.  Together they offer exciting and enriching cruise vacations to the world’s most desirable destinations.

About Bruce Oliver

Bruce L. Oliver, BS, MBA, FOSA – from U-MASS, the University of Hartford, and Microsoft University. His agency CLIA, IATA, and other travel related certifications.

Honors include: * “Marquis” publications: Who’s Who in America and Who’s Who in the World. ** He’s the Merit Award recipient from CT’s Board of Higher Education and the Community Colleges for his work on the board.

He’s CEO of Axis Mundi Systems, LLC dba Cruise with Bruce Enterprises in Nevada. His travel agency, radio network and Rising Stars on Transatlantic Jazz Cruises all focus on the education of the global citizen. Bruce has hosted the Cruise Radio Network’s – Cruise with Bruce Radio Program


 

 

 

 

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Destination Jazz Radio | TransatlanticJazzCruise.com | Jazz musicians – music & interviews

Thursday, September 6th, 2012

Bruce Oliver & Transatlantic Jazz Cruises

presents

Destination Jazz

Destination Jazz is an internet radio broadcast for Jazz lovers. Learn about the musicians, their music and history on this program.

Thanks for tuning in. Check back weekly for my new program. You can also listen to all of the Destination Jazz’s programs on this internet radio station by clicking on the next episode.

Listen to internet radio with Transatlantic Jazz Cruises on Blog Talk Radio

Destination Jazz Programming

  • Erin Dickins, co-founder of the Manhattan Transfer. Listen to her music and interview.
  • Erin will be the featured entertainer on our Inaugural Transatlantic Jazz Cruise aboard Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth Ship March 30, 2013 for 8-days. She will also be conducting two vocal training workshops with vocalists. Students will also get one on one coaching during the workshop. Book soon as space is limited. Call Bruce Oliver (877)661-7158 or email transatlanticjazz@CruiseWithBruce.com
  • Visit http://TransatlanticJazzCruise.com for more information about the series of Cunard Jazz Cruises aboard Cunard Cruise Lines – NYC – Southampton
  • Chris Geith, Jazz Pianist and Vocalist – music and interview
  • Charley Langer, smooth Jazz, Sax Player – music and interview

    • Special thanks to my friend, renown Friendly Doggies artist: Jim Tweedy from New Orleans

     

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    PRESS RELEASE: Custom Magazine Launch | Decor, Gardens & Travel | Cruise Ship Reporters

    Thursday, June 14th, 2012

    PRESS RELEASE: (June 14, 2012) Cruise with Bruce Enterprises, AKA – Axis Mundi Systems, LLC – New 48-page, full color bleed magazine for travelers and cruisers launch set for August, 2012.

    The new magazine titled: “Bruce L Oliver’s: Home by Design – decor, gardens & travel” will feature articles by Cruise Ship Reporters. The 48 page full color magazine is advertising free and will retail for $5 at select Barnes & Noble Book Stores. In addition, each magazine will also feature theme related articles on home decor, recipes, lifestyle, gardens, and where discerning travelers are going around the world.

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    “Bruce L Oliver’s: Home by Design | Decor | Gardens | Travel”

    with Featured Articles by Cruise with Bruce Associate Published Cruise Ship Reporters

    Starting with the August, 2012 issue, “Bruce L Oliver’s: Home by Design – decor, gardens & travel” will be customized for Cruise with Bruce Enterprises travelers, cruisers and patrons. The magazine is published by Design Publishing and has been customized to specifications of Cruise with Bruce Enterprises.

    The 48 page, bi-monthly, full color, magazine titled: “Bruce L Oliver’s Home by design: decor, gardens & travel” will be available in select Barnes & Noble Book Stores for $5. Yearly subscriptions will be available for only $27.50 by going to his link for a subscription.

    Oliver is proud to say that the publication is currently advertising free. He says: “Watch for contributions from my Published Cruise Ship Reporters amongst the featured articles on the front inside and back covers. Veteran Verified Cruise Ship Reporters will get a free subscription as part of their membership as a way of saying: thanks for cruising with me.” The core articles in the 48-page magazine include theme related articles on home decor, recipes, lifestyle, gardens, and where discerning travelers are going around the world. It is a well written publication that people read, cover to cover.

    ABOUT BRUCE OLIVER and CRUISE WITH BRUCE ENTERPRISES

    Bruce Oliver is the Managing Partner of Cruise with Bruce Enterprises. He is a former employee of Microsoft Corporation in the Boston Field Office and has been an independent internet developer and data base contractor since leaving Microsoft in 1994. He has traveled to over 38 countries around the world and has taken numerous river and ocean cruises around the world since his childhood. Since 2010, he has hosted the Cruise with Bruce Internet Radio Show, heard by over 30,000 listeners around the world. Cruise with Bruce Associate Cruise Ship Reporters earn reporter rewards for traveling through his travel agency and providing content for his radio program, blog and magazine.

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    Contact: Bruce Oliver, Booking Travel Agent & Radio Host

    Organization: Cruise with Bruce Enterprises, AKA – Axis Mundi Systems, LLC

    Phone: (702)722-3781

    Email: Office@CruiseWithBruce.com

    Website: http://Reporters.CruiseWithBruce.com/magazine/


     

     

     

     

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    Cruise Ship Reporter Affiliates in Ireland | Make money as Cruise Ship Reporters | @Irish_Ferries

    Saturday, June 9th, 2012

    Cruise Ship Reporter Affiliates Take Ferry to Ireland

    You too … can make money as Cruise Ship Reporters

    SHIP REPORTER UPDATE:

    After attending the festivities in London for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations, my Affiliate reporters have taken one of the Irish Ferries from London to Dublin and had a great voyage. Despite the threat of thunder storms the trip was sun filled and the ride was very enjoyable.

    IRISH FERRIES:

    You can find out more about the Irish Ferry by going to the following link:

    http://www.irishferries.com/gb/fares-offers-ireland-from-britain.asp  @Irish_Ferries

    LEARN MORE ABOUT BECOMING an AFFILIATE REPORTER:

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    Stay tuned for more information and sign up as a Ship Reporter to win one of our trips as an affiliate.


     

     

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    Cruise Ship Reporter Contest | Win a trip to a Luxury Resort in Cancun | Email and Engage

    Tuesday, May 29th, 2012

    Cruise Ship Reporter Contest

    How long? Until Someone Wins!

    This will be for a stay at a luxury resort in Cancun. Logon to your membership account for more information.

    Rules:

    1. You are a Cruise with Bruce Associate Cruise Ship Reporter.  http://Reporter.CruiseWithBruce.com
    2. You need send an email to the Cruise Ship Reporter Address with a short article (at least 2 paragraphs of 150 words or more) about a recent trip, restaurant, hotel, resort or event you attended. Provide information in your article and include: the website link, address, telephone, hours, etc. Why would you recommend this “activity” to others? Why you decided to write about your adventure? etc…
    3. After I approve and format it I will post it. I reserve the right to block the submission of your article for any reason. (Why would I do that! – Maybe the article is too commercial or offensive. I would contact you to see if you will change it.)

    How do you WIN?

    1. Well, the first person who satisfies the requirements and:
    2. Has a 4 Star Rating or above by at least 10 people that you’ve shared the article with. Tie breakers will be the higher rating.
    3. The article must be shared on Twitter at least 5 times and on Facebook at least 10 times.

    For more information please visit: http://Reporter.CruiseWithBruce.com


     

     

     

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    Cruise Ship Reporters | FREE Cruises every year | Earn up to $50 each cruise | Enter Contests

    Tuesday, May 29th, 2012

    Cruise Ship Reporters - Free Cruises – Make Money – Have FUN!

    Submit a Report to Get Paid*

    Veteran** Verified Cruise Ship Reporters Only

    Associates who are Verified**** Cruise Ship Reporters & Above

    ENTER CONTESTS

    Email*** your report and upload it from anywhere in the world – while you travel or cruise.

    Visit http://Reporter.CruiseWithBruce.com


    If you are a Cruise with Bruce Associate & Verified* Cruise Ship Reporter then you can submit your reports via email and win one of my contests to places like a Luxury Resort in Cancun as well as a weekend to places closer to when you live in the world.

    * Please Note – Your earnings based on referral of new members and cruise bookings only. Payments only made to people with PayPal Email Address after membership payments and cruise commissions clear. This may take up to 60 days.

    ** You become a Veteran Verified Cruise Ship Reporter after you book and take your first cruise through Cruise with Bruce Enterprises – Axis Mundi Systems, LLC. After you complete the requirements you will be paid up to $50 per cruise. You can also qualify for a FREE cruise next year.

    *** Email your report – You will be supplied with a toll free phone line to do interviews, upload links, and the information to write your short travel or cruise article to enter the contest or complete requirements to get paid. (Be sure to add your PayPal address to your membership info.)

    **** You can buy in or I can award you a membership as a Verified Cruise Ship Reporter after I get confirmation of your identity. Once I have an email address that you reply to, your full name address and cell phone number as well other information, this process can begin. You can also qualify for a FREE cruise next year.

    Copyright C 2010-12 – Bruce L Oliver, Cruise with Bruce Enterprises – Axis Mundi Systems, LLC – Cruise Radio Network – Las Vegas, NV


     

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    Travel to Costa Rica ($1003 + air 8 days) Discovery Costa Rica Group Trip – Special Package

    Thursday, April 19th, 2012

    CLICK to LISTEN TO Pam Bitterman talk about Costa Rica

    Travel to Costa Rica ($1003 + air 8 days)

    Discovery Costa Rica Group Trip – Special Package

    Offer: CRDA-GT-01

    Click to see more info...

    Discovery Costa Rica

    Group Trip Program 

    Valid for a minimum of 4 pax

     

    Day 1                               Arrival to Costa Rica

    At the pre-arranged time personnel from Costa Rica Dream Travel Corporation will be at the International Airport in Liberia to welcome your passengers and transfer them to the Hotel.

    Day includes:           Private transportation from the Airport to the Hotel, lodging and hotel taxes

    Overnight                 Hotel Poco a Poco 4*, Standard room or similar

                                     www.hotelpocoapoco.com

    Transfer duration:    4 hours approximately

    Day 2                               The flavors of Costa Rica

    Today, after the breakfast at the hotel, you will enjoy a visit to Don Juan’s coffee plantation.

    Coffee Tour Don Juan is a family run and entertaining tour one of the best tours in Costa Rica. Coffee Tour Don Juan will give you the chance to learn about the growth and process of coffee beans in a volcanic area, and how the authentic coffee used by our grandparent’s generation was made, a tradition that has made this country one of progress and peace.

    After the visit to the coffee plantation, you will return to your hotel.

    Day includes:           Breakfast, Coffee Tour (Transportation, English speaking tour guide, and snacks), lodging and hotel taxes.

    Overnight                 Hotel Poco a Poco 4*, Standard room or similar

                                     www.hotelpocoapoco.com

    Tour Duration:         2 hours approximately

    CLICK FOR MORE INFO ON THIS Costa Rica TRAVEL PACKAGE

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    Prices per person:

    LOW SEASON

    From May 1st to June 30th, 2012

    AND

    From September 1st to November 30th, 2012

    • $ 960.- USD per person in double occupancy
    • $ 855.- USD per person in triple occupancy
    • $ 256.- USD per child between 5 to 10 years old (*)
    • $ 469.- USD per person supplement for single occupancy

     

    SHOULDER SEASON

    From July 1st to August 31st, 2012

    • $ 1003.- USD per person in double occupancy
    • $ 885- USD per person in triple occupancy
    • $ 256.- USD per child between 5 to 10 years old (*)
    • $ 511.- USD per person supplement for single occupancy

    Notes:

    Prices valid for a minimum of 4 adult passengers

    Maximum occupancy:  3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

    Prices valid form May 01st to November 30th, 2012, according to the mentioned seasons.

    Children policy:  Maximum 2 children under 10 years old sharing room with parents.  NOTE:  Canopy tour is not allowed for children under 5 years old.

    Reservations and confirmations would depend on hotel and services availability at the moment of the confirmation request.

     

    To book this trip call: (800)661-7158 or

    Email Bruce@USticketAGENT.com

    CLICK FOR MORE INFO ON THIS Costa Rica TRAVEL PACKAGE

     

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    Best times to visit Branson Missouri and places to go

    Saturday, March 24th, 2012

    Activities in Branson Missouri vary based on season!

    Here’s an account of one person’s Recent Branson Visit:

    We just returned from a four day visit to Branson.  This was my first trip.  We were very impressed with the picturesque scenery the closer and closer we got to the city.  The trees were just beginning to blossom in white, pink and purple flowers.  The weather was in the 70s and we did not ever need a sweater or jacket, even at night.

    The atmosphere of Branson is very family friendly.  It was so much more laid back and refreshingly wholesome, compared to the cheap glamor and glitz of Las Vegas.   The regular/big named shows begin April/May, but we really enjoyed I the Pierce Arrow Show, Clay Cooper Show and the Dixie Stampede @ Dolly Parton’s theatre. We also visited the Butterfly Palace where we walked through a live butterfly habitat exhibit  … butterflys were all around us. The one hour video on the life and habits of the monarch butterfly greatly inhanced our appreciation for our tour. The Butterfly Palace includes interesting exhibits of rain forrest critters,  a mirror maze and great gift shop. We also road the Ducks (WWII terrain vehicles) that take visitors through a tour of the Branson and then it splashes into the lake for more siteseeing.

    Branson offers a very relaxed destination and lots of family activities for all ages.  Branson’s attractions are nicely spread out throughout a wide area.  Many are within walking distance along the strip for easy access & convenience, while others are situated through out the rolling terrain.

    Early Springtime was a perfect time to visit Branson.  The temperatures were modest and without humidity.

    We very much enjoyed the staff and accommodations of the Savanna House.  It was located up on the hills overlooking the Ozarks. (ten minutes from the main strip) The Savanna’s scenic outdoor seating area overlooked  the mountains and offered great sunset viewing.   We loved the free breaksfast and evening desserts.   We would go back there anytime.

    Branson is very very refreshing vacation desitination for many reasons.  We would go back anytime.  How beautiful those rolling hills must be when in Fall colors!!

    More info: http://www.cruisewithbruce.com/blog/?s=branson

    Subjects covered include:

    More Info: http://www.cruisewithbruce.com/travel_to/Branson/Branson/

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    Tips for traveling to Branson Missouri (MO) on vacation.

    Saturday, March 24th, 2012

    Here’s tips from two people who travel to Branson to visit family and on vacation.

     

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    More Info: http://www.cruisewithbruce.com/travel_to/Branson/Branson/

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    Nicki says: “My parents have a lake house in Branson. I am always surprised people go there and don’t do things on the AWESOME table rock lake.” She has the following tips for visiting Branson:

    Thanks for the tips Nicki.

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    Catlin has one great tip for visiting Branson, Missouri. She says, “I’ve traveled to Branson several times. I would highly recommend staying at Big Cedar Lodge, which is about 15 minutes outside of Branson.”

    Thanks for the tip Catlin. Sometimes its nice to get off the beatened path.

    The Big Cedar Lodge near Branson- http://www.big-cedar.com/

    Catlin Smith

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    Branson is a GREAT place for families with kids

    Saturday, March 24th, 2012

    Branson Missouri is a GREAT place for families with kids to vacation!

    Interested in going on a vacation to Branson Missouri? Well Marty says: “My family travels to Branson a couple of times per year. Here are my thoughts and tips:

    Tip #1 Branson is a GREAT place for families with kids to vacation.  It’s clean, friendly, fun and family-oriented.

    Tip #2 We’ve yet to see a show there we haven’t enjoyed. However, some of our most favorite venues are Titanic Museum,
    Dixie Stampede, New Shanghai Circus, Legend of Kung Fu and any of the MANY go-kart tracks.

    Tip #3 The venues in Branson are very accommodating to those who are differently-abled. As the parent of a Deaf child, I
    am been blown away at the accommodations the attractions have made to ensure my child has the best experience. This
    was especially true of Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede.

    Tip #4 Branson is great for families on a budget. There are enough activities that are free or nearly free to keep a family
    busy for days. Recommendations include the fish hatchery, watching the “Water Fountain Spectacular’ on Branson Landing,
    and of course fishing and hanging out on the lake.

    Thanks for the tips Marty.

    More Info: http://www.cruisewithbruce.com/travel_to/Branson/Branson/

     

    Marty M. Fahncke
    Consulting – Speaking – Building your business | Blog: http://www.MartyFahncke.com

     

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    Cruise with Bruce Internet Radio Show Branson MO Travel Tips & Music

    Saturday, March 24th, 2012
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    Listen to this Music and Tips on Travel to Branson in the Ozark Mountains of Missouri.

    CatchUp Corner with past guest Marilyn B Belleghem

    http://www.CruiseWithBruce.com/cruise_radio/Marilyn_Belleghem_Trans-Atlantic_Cruise

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    Listener Feedback – Click Here

    Listen to full program by visiting: http://Specials.CruiseWithBruce.com

    Subscribe to all of my interviews and programming by going to: http://Subscribe.CruiseWithBruce.com

    Thanks to all of my Cruise with Bruce Verified Cruise Ship Reporters!

    Program Details:

    • CatchUp Corner with Marilyn Belleghem on going to Branson
    • This week’s tips for travel to Branson, Missouri
    • Destination Tips, News & Tidbits from Cruise with Bruce Associate Cruise Ship Reporters
    • Sound clips from previous & upcoming travel internet radio shows and series

    Join host, Bruce Oliver, of the Cruise with Bruce radio show & listen to travel and cruise travel tips for your next vacation, tips to travel. This series focuses on travel and tips from Cruise Ship Reporters, listener emails, and industry representatives. You can listen to our full interviews and their music on iTunes and/or the internet by going to http://InternetRadio.CruiseWithBruce.com/music/

    More info: http://www.cruisewithbruce.com/blog/?s=branson

    Subjects covered include:

    More Info: http://www.cruisewithbruce.com/travel_to/Branson/Branson/

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    Cruise with Bruce Internet Radio Show named GEW USA 2011 Distinguished Partner

    Saturday, March 17th, 2012

    PRESS RELEASE

    Las Vegas, NV – March 16, 2012

    Global Entrepreneurship Week / USA named the

    Cruise Radio Network’s Cruise with Bruce Show

    2011 Distinguished Partner

    Cruise with Bruce Radio name GEW USA 2011 Distinguished Partner

    Cruise with Bruce Radio - GEW / US 2011 Distinguished Partner

    Axis Mundi Systems, LLC – Las Vegas, NV: Announced that Jonathan Ortmans, President | Global Entrepreneurship Week, recognized Bruce Oliver, President and owner of the Cruise Radio Network and host of the Cruise with Bruce Internet Radio Show as a 2011 Distinguished Partner. Ortmans says it:

    “is in recognition of your dedication & outstanding support in shaping the next generation of entrepreneur during Global Entrepreneurship Week/USA November, 14-20, 2011.”

    During that week the Cruise with Bruce Show featured five personalities that gave tips to people who are thinking about opening up businesses or starting careers in their discipline. People continue to listen to all 5 programs.

     

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    Travel Internet Radio: Music & Travel Alerts & News

    Thursday, January 26th, 2012

    Travel Internet Radio:

    Music & Travel Alerts & News

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    For more information visit http://news.cruisewithbruce.com

    Listen to a couple of cuts from featured musician’s in between travel and cruise alerts and news. Join host, Bruce Oliver, of the “Cruise Radio Network’s: Cruise with Bruce” radio program and hear up to date travel and cruise alerts and news about   Airport Delays, Terrorism Alerts, Health Alerts for travelers and other   pertinent information for travelers and cruisers who will be on the road in   the next 24 to 48 hours. Listen to featured musicians music and tails of   traveling around the United States and world. The Alerts and News for   Travelers and Cruisers segment will be covered every ten minutes throughout   the program. For more current Alerts and News be sure to go to the Cruise with   Bruce website. Click on the Radio tab then the alerts submenu or go to the   full 9,000 plus page site that’s updated with information every hour. Get   advanced warning of all programming by following “Cruise with Bruce” radio on Blog Talk Radio or by going to http://Subscribe.CruiseWithBruce.com and subscribe to my blog for email updates.   The Cruise with Bruce™ Radio program is part of the Cruise Radio Network

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    Christmas traditions – Christmas carols – Cruise with Bruce internet radio featuring the Blackhawk Chorus n the Dan Kane Singers

    Sunday, December 18th, 2011

    Two Hour Christmas Program featuring:

    Christmas Carols, Christmas Traditions,

    & Christmas Carol history

    Cruise with Bruce Internet Radio Christmas Program

    CLICK HERE TO LISTEN –> http://Christmas.CruiseWithBruce.com


     


     

    Thanks for tuning in to find out more about my Christmas Program. At the end of my first year in operation I’d like to thank the almost 20,000 listeners who have tuned in to listen to all of my programs.

    During this special Christmas Show I will be talking about some of the music that you hear. I will also be talking about just a portion of the International Christmas Traditions celebrated by people all over the world.

     

    I am happy to announce that you have visited my website and blog viewing almost 2,000,000 pages during 2011. I hope that I’ve provided information that helped you plan your trip and/or cruise, book your tickets. I am now in the top 2% of all websites operating on the World Wide Web according to Alexa.com. According to Google.com I have over  9,000 pages on my site. I’ve worked hard to make sure that the daily updates provide you up to date useful information. I welcome suggestions and am always interested in improving. Please fill out the listener survey after you listen to the program.

    At this time I’d like to thank several groups of people  featured on todays program. Thanks to my friend Tony Pace - entertainer and philanthropist from Las Vegas, 2011 New Media Music Award Nominee in the Pop Genera, Giana Nguyen accompanied on guitar by Tony Nguyen, Canada’s 2011 best new country musician – Marshall Dane, Roanoke Virginia’s Jazz Pianist Lenny Marcus, NYC  entertainer Vincent Poag and a vocalist from Western Massachusetts, Colin Geaghan.  Finally I’d like to recognize Diane Gilfether, Founding Director of the Blackhawk Chorus from the Greater San Francisco area and Dan Kane, founder of the Dan Kane Singers from Western Massachusetts, for their permission to use music from their CDs. Many songs from the Dan Kane Singers includes solo performances from: Maeve Jordan, Jim Kane, Keila Roman, Tracie Mnich & Fred Marion, Madline Lukomski, Jen Gaffney, Keith Freeman, and The September Girls. Both Choruses have performed extensively on both sides of the United States for over 20 years.

    Danville California’s Blackhawk Chorus, under the direction of Diane Gilfether, with a cast of over 150 choral members has performed at the Vatican in Rome, all over Greater San Francisco, and traveled to sing at the Lincoln Center in New York City. They traveled to and performed in venues, castles and locations including: Austria, the Czech Republic, London, Scotland and Wales, and will be returning to England and Ireland for more performances.

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    Sheri Miller NYC Singer-Songwriter – Spoons Official Music Video

    Thursday, November 10th, 2011

    NYC Singer-Songwriter Sheri Miller

    Spoons – Official Music Video

    Past musical guest on Cruise with Bruce internet radio show

    During her guest spot, Sheri spoke about her music and traveling to NYC.   Listen here:

    http://InternetRadio.CruiseWithBruce.com/internet_radio/music/Sheri_Miller_alternative/

    The new single, from the album “Winning Hand.” Get “Spoons” now on iTunes:  http://bit.ly/iqqicN, Amazon:  http://amzn.to/kljGLp and CD Baby: http://bit.ly/mwV3Mx

    Listen to some of Sheri’s music each week by going to http://Specials.CruiseWithBruce.com


     

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    African elephants eating up close on safari in Zimbabwe with Fred Krakowiak

    Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

     African elephants eating up close on safari in Zimbabwe with Fred Krakowiak

    To hear my interview with my guest Arizona Safari Artist, Fred Krakowiak please go to http://www.CruiseWithBruce.com/cruise_radio/Fred_Krakowiak 


     

    Thanks for watching, I’m Bruce Oliver with the Cruise Radio Network and host of the Cruise with Bruce Travel Internet Radio show. This video was shot up close as African Safari Artist Fred Krakowiak observed elephants that will be subjects for his next piece of art. Find out what it is like to be several feet away from a bull elephant and his herd of elephants in Zimbabwe, Africa. Fred spent a month on safari in Africa visiting herds of gorilla, elephants and hippopotamus before visiting one of the seven wonders of the world. The Victoria Falls in Central Africa cover hundreds of miles in Zimbabwe. They are known as “the grand old lady of the Falls” and can be found in the Victoria Falls National Park. The park has been designated a world heritage site. Fred will talk about his visit to the falls on his last safari to Zimbabwe. Learn more by listening to our radio program.

    ABOUT FRED KRAKOWIAK

    Fred Krakowiak, author of Africa: An Artist’s Safari, is recognized as a leading wildlife artist as well as a safari expert. His artwork is commissioned internationally by both private and corporate collectors. He creates vibrant paintings of wildlife from Africa and across the world by capturing them in motion with unique techniques using mediums such as oil on copper and dye on silk.

    Early on, Krakowiak realized his passion for painting as well as his genuine love for African wildlife. Blessed with the gift of an artist’s eye, he is able to detail every nuance of the animal’s very existence. With over twenty-five years of conventional study in various mediums including watercolor, oil, pen & ink and dye on silk, Krakowiak’s foundation has been his formal training in the ancient art of Sumi (pictures in ink). The fundamentals of Sumi require the artist to learn from their mistakes and often omit details. Krakowiak’s paintings illustrate that what is missing is as important as what remains. This skill allows viewers to become involved in the painting by filling in the missing details with their imagination and experience the power of action at that exact moment of passion.


     

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