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Tuesday, September 3, 2013

Sandals Resort - Montego Bay, Jamaica


This Month’s Featured Resort

Sandals Montego Bay

ARRIVAL IN JAMAICA
"A popular vacation spot, Montego Bay is Jamaica's welcome mat with Sangster International Airport (MBJ) as its front door. Famous for its great beaches, local shops, clubs, restaurants and bars, Montego Bay is hot, hot, hot for travelers looking for authentic island adventure.

Upon exiting the Customs hall, you’ll proceed to the Sandals Lounge, which is conveniently located at Sangster International Airport. Your complimentary transfer to and from the resort will be arranged by Sandals. Climb aboard your bus and enjoy your included roundtrip airport transfer from Sangster International Airport to Sandals Montego Bay. The ride takes less than 10 minutes.
                 

 ISLAND INFORMATION   
There’s a magic to Jamaica that is as soul-stirring as a sunset and as innocent as a child’s smile. Wherever you go in this enchanted paradise, you will find natural beauty so stunning, it will take your breath away. And people so genuinely friendly and hospitable, it will warm your heart. Jamaica is home to a breathtaking landscape of rolling mountains lined by endless white sand beaches, carpeted by lush foliage and crisscrossed by rolling rivers and cascading waterfalls. Take a lazy raft ride on Montego Bay’s Martha Brae River. Climb world-famous Dunn’s River Falls in Ocho Rios or watch the cliff divers at Rick’s CafĂ© in Negril. And in uncharted Whitehouse, you will discover pristine nature as wild and unspoiled as first love. In Jamaica, once you go, you know!



MONTEGO BAY
Stroll Montego Bay's Gloucester Road and get a sense of Jamaica's vibrant present as well as a picture of her colonial past. With quaint gingerbread architecture merging seamlessly with more modern structures, Montego Bay, Jamaica's second-largest city, allows visitors to dive into the heart of a bustling, Caribbean town. Pause to marvel at the Georgian buildings or linger the afternoon away in a crafts market. Vivid colors, activity and laughter abound everywhere you turn in Montego Bay inviting you to soak in the warmth and join in the fun.

 HOTEL INFORMATION                        
Welcomed by the cool sea breeze, the moment you walk into the open-air lobby you know that you have arrived at the perfect vacation paradise. Set along Jamaica's longest private white-sand beach, Sandals Montego Bay offers guests an authentic laid-back Caribbean experience and the lively vibe of the islands. Here, the blues are as far as the eye can see and the fun never ends. With eight world-class restaurants, chic oceanfront pools, tropical gardens, and Bay Roc Villas – with butler service – just steps from the sea, Sandals Montego Bay is the most vibrant resort in Jamaica.


Why Choose This Resort?
If you're looking for a lively, fun-filled vacation on Jamaica's largest private white-sand beach, where the party never stops until you do, Sandals Montego Bay is for you. Sandals Montego Bay also features glamorous sophistication at a secluded on-the-beach enclave known as Bay Roc Estate Beachfront Villa Suites.

KEY SELLING POINTS

  • Boasts the largest private white sand beach on the North Coast of Jamaica.
  • Full exchange privileges, with complimentary transfers to Sandals Royal Caribbean and Sandals Carlyle, our sister resorts. Enjoy all the luxuries included in our “stay at one, play at three” concept offering 18 dining options within ten minutes (8 at Sandals Montego Bay, 7 at Sandals Royal Caribbean and 3 at Sandals Carlyle).
  • 250 Rooms and Suites in 19 categories spread over 26 acres.
  • Bay Roc Beachfront Villas –Rooms and Suites delivering a new level of luxury to the resort & more importantly, a feel for the glamour and glitz of the bygone 50’s.
  • Great proximity to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
  • Exclusive to Sandals Montego Bay is a beautiful, non-denominational Chapel located on the resort.
  • Air-conditioned Departure Lounge for late departures

Stay at 1, Play at 3 in Montego Bay
Sandals' exclusive exchange program lets you stay at one and play at all other Sandals Resorts in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Since 3 of our resorts are in the Montego Bay area within minutes of each other, free roundtrip transfers are provided throughout the day, giving you the freedom to choose from as many as 18 different restaurants, plus expand other amenity choices as well from pools to bars. It's like having multiple vacations in one!




The Luxury Included® experience begins and ends at Club Sandals, a place overflowing with extraordinary privileges, unique experiences, and exceptional service for concierge guests of Sandals Resorts in Jamaica. Extravagance is blended with remarkable amenities that completely redefine genuine hospitality and allow guests to enjoy one-on-one service and complete relaxation in the comfort of a stylish lounge. Club Sandals concierge offers unique insider's opportunities exclusive to concierge guests and the best recommendations for discovering all that Sandals has to offer...and beyond.


All suites include:
Air Conditioning, Ceiling fan, Iron/Ironing Board, I-Home docking stations for I-pods, 32 inch Flat
Screen Color Television, Cable TV with movie channels, Hair Dryer; Plush Robes, Coffee Maker, In-Suite Bar; Red Lane amenities, Daily New York Times Fax, Electronic in room safe,
Custom-crafted mahogany beds, Electronic Door Lock, Illuminated Magnifying Mirror, 24-hour Room
Service, Full Bath, Roman Tub Baths (some suites), Telephones in Bed Rooms; Special equipment for the Physical Challenged available.


Our Exclusive Butler Service:
Your wish is our command. With the uncompromising attention of a personal butler trained to the highest standards by the elite Guild of Professional English Butlers, you will be pampered throughout your stay in extraordinary ways; From unpacking and packing your luggage, attending to your wardrobe, serving a glorious repast on your terrace, just to name a few, a Sandals Suite, complete with your own personal butler, is the ultimate indulgence.









MORE QUALITY INCLUSIONS THAN ANY OTHER RESORT ON THE PLANET 
  • Restaurants and Bars                                     
  • Luxurious Accommodations
  • Personal Butler Service
  • Scuba Diving
  • Top-Shelf Drinks
  • Entertainment
  • Beringer Wines
  • Free Wedding
  • Red Lane Spa
  • Private Offshore Islands
  • Caribbean's Best Beaches
  • Top Golf Courses
  • Motorized Watersports
  • Airport Transfers
  • Free WiFi and Free Calls (Starting June 20, 2013)
  • All Tips and Gratuities






TOURS & EXCURSIONS
The best way to experience Jamaica in full is to get up close and personal with it. Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Toursoffers luxury adventure tours that range from completely exhilarating to delightfully sedate. You will gain insider insights and a whole new perspective on what this beautiful paradise has to offer."

~Sandals~ 

Call Marr Travel today!  We'll go to the MOON for YOU!  
We look forward to assisting you with the location that best serves your desires.

Marr Travelwebsite: www.marrtravel.com
phone: (425) 272-5712

Thursday, August 29, 2013

Island Potluck Youtube Series- Ready to Explore Jamaican Dishes?



The new Youtube series "Island Potluck" will be sharing the story of Jamaican culture and cuisines.  Two Jamaican foodies, whom are also caterers (For 19 years) from "Two Sisters & a Meal," Suzanne and Michelle Rousseau, will be sharing tantalizing and mouth watering dishes. 

These ladies have served up creative meals for the Prince of Wales!  You don't want to miss this series!  The emphasis will be on using traditional local ingredients, in unconventional ways, to make delightful authentic Jamaican food.

"On Island Potluck, you’ll see the landscape of Jamaica like a dinner table, with dishes unique to each corner of the island. Visit familiar faces and share nostalgic memories over good food and great conversation. You’ll also learn about the history of our food, and how Jamaica’s beautiful multi-ethnic mix of people contributes to an even richer blend of foods. It’s in our coffee, rum, comfort foods, sweet treats…… and it’s all on Youtube! Island Potluck premieres September 5 at 1pm JA/ 2pm EST on our My Jamaica Youtube channel. See the trailer here on My Jamaica!
For more information on Island Potluck, Two Sisters and a Meal, and the sisters please visit www.2sistersandameal.com."



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Tuesday, July 23, 2013

Tie the Knot at Grand Pineapple Negril or Grand Pineapple Antigua for FREE!

Complimentary Weddings at Grand Pineapple Beach Resorts!


Grand Pineapple Beach Resorts are offering you a COMPLIMENTARY Treasured Moments wedding package with resort stays of 7 nights or longer at Grand Pineapple Beach Resorts Negril (Jamaica) and 7 nights or longer in an Oceanview Room at Grand Pineapple Beach Resorts Antigua, applicable to new bookings made after June 6, 2013.  All fees are subject to change at any time.

Grand Pineapple Beach Negril Wedding:

Treasured Moments Wedding - Complimentary*

  • Tropical flowers bridal bouquet & tropical flower boutonniere for the Groom
  • 2-tier Wedding Cake
  • 30 minute Sparkling Wine Toast & cold hors d’oeuvres reception for bride, groom and up to six guests
  • Ceremony & reception location decorated with fresh garden flowers
  • Personal pre- wedding planner
  • Personal resort wedding planner and dedicated resort wedding team
  • Pre-recorded musical accompaniment
  • Preparation of marriage documents
  • Transfers to/from the court house for the license application accompanied by Wedding Planner
  • A Certified Marriage Certificate
Please note: Treasured Moments Wedding is complimentary for stays of 7 nights or longer for the US.  All weddings are subject to a mandatory government and administrative fee of $150US in Jamaica. All weddings that do not meet the minimum night stay requirement will be subject to a $599 processing and administration fee, which is inclusive of the government and administrative fees. All fees are subject to change at any time.    

Exquisite Moments Wedding - $1200

  • Tropical flowers bridal bouquet & tropical flower boutonniere for the groom
  • 2-tier Wedding Cake
  • Ceremony & reception location decorated with fresh garden flowers
  • Chivairi chairs for ceremony
  • 1 hour Sparkling Wine Toast & cold hors d’oeuvres reception for bride, groom and up to six guests
  • Personal pre- wedding planner
  • Personal resort wedding planner and dedicated resort wedding team
  • Pre-recorded musical accompaniment
  • Honeymoon breakfast in bed
  • Traditional wedding DVD
  • 30 minute honeymoon photo session with 1 complimentary 5 x 7 photo
  • Preparation of marriage documents
  • A Certified Marriage Certificate
Please note: Exquisite Moments Wedding cost of $1200.00 is inclusive of government and administrative fees. All Weddings include table for bride and groom and up to 6 six guests. All prices are in US dollars and subject to change.

Always and Forever Renewal of Vows - $300

  • Tropical flowers bouquet & tropical flower boutonniere
  • 1-tier Celebration cake
  • 30 minute Sparkling Wine Toast & cold hors d’oeuvres reception for couples and up to six guests
  • Ceremony & reception location decorated with fresh garden flowers
  • Personal pre-renewal of vows planner
  • Personal resort renewal of vows planner and dedicated resort renewal team
  • Pre-recorded musical accompaniment
  • Commemorative Renewal of Vows Certificate
Please note: All Renewal of Vows include table for bride and groom and up to 6 six guests. All tables sit up 8 guests

Payment Policy

Payment policy for Weddings is $200 deposit within 7 days of booking. Final balance is due 60 days prior to travel. Non-refundable within 45 days prior to travel. All prices are in US dollars and subject to change.


















































































Grand Pineapple Beach Antigua Wedding:


Treasured Moments Wedding - Complimentary*

  • Tropical flowers bridal bouquet & tropical flower boutonniere for the Groom
  • 2-tier Wedding Cake
  • 30 minute Sparkling Wine Toast & cold hors d’oeuvres reception for bride, groom and up to six guests
  • Ceremony & reception location decorated with fresh garden flowers
  • Personal pre- wedding planner
  • Personal resort wedding planner and dedicated resort wedding team
  • Pre-recorded musical accompaniment
  • Preparation of marriage documents
  • Transfers to/from the court house for the license application accompanied by Wedding Planner
  • A Certified Marriage Certificate

Please note: Treasured Moments Wedding is complimentary for stays of 7 nights or longer in an Oceanview for USA. All weddings are subject to a mandatory government and administrative fee of $350US in Antigua. All weddings that do not meet the minimum night stay requirement will be subject to an $899 processing and administration fee, which is inclusive of the government and administrative fees. All fees are subject to change at any time.


Exquisite Moments Wedding - $1500

  • Tropical Flowers Bridal bouquet & tropical flower boutonniere for the Groom
  • 2-tier Wedding Cake
  • Ceremony & reception location decorated with fresh garden flowers
  • Chivairi chairs for ceremony
  • 1 hour Sparkling Wine Toast & cold hors d’oeuvres reception for bride, groom and up to six guests
  • Personal pre- wedding planner
  • Personal resort wedding planner and dedicated resort wedding team
  • Pre-recorded musical accompaniment
  • Honeymoon breakfast in bed
  • Traditional wedding DVD
  • 30 minute honeymoon photo session with 1 complimentary 5 x 7 photo
  • Preparation of marriage documents
  • Transfers to/from the court house for the license application accompanied by Wedding Planner
  • A Certified Marriage Certificate
Please note: Exquisite Moments Wedding cost of $1500.00 is inclusive of government fees, registrar costs and ceremony charges. All Weddings include table for bride and groom and up to 6 six guests. All prices are in US dollars and subject to change.


Always and Forever Renewal of Vows - $300

  • Tropical flowers bouquet & tropical flower boutonniere
  • 1-tier Celebration cake
  • 30 minute Sparkling Wine Toast & cold hors d’oeuvres reception for couples and up to six guests
  • Ceremony & reception location decorated with fresh garden flowers
  • Personal pre- renewal of vows planner
  • Personal resort renewal of vows planner and dedicated resort renewal team
  • Pre-recorded musical accompaniment
  • Commemorative Renewal of Vows Certificate
Please note: All Renewal of Vows include table for bride and groom and up to 6 six guests. All tables sit up 8 guests


Payment Policy
Payment policy for Weddings is $200 deposit within 7 days of booking. Final balance is due 60 days prior to travel. Non-refundable within 45 days prior to travel. All prices are in US dollars and subject to change.






Call Marr Travel today!  We'll go to the MOON for YOU!  

Marr Travel- Your WeddingMoons Specialists

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Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Reggae Sumfest July 21-27, 2013

Reggae Sumfest 2013

Reggae Sumfest (Summer Festival) is said to be the largest concert/festival, held annually in Montego Bay, Jamaica, in the month of July (Usually mid July).  Sumfest started in 1993 and is officially sponsored by Red Stripe.  There are many levels of additional sponsors as well.  


The 21st annual Reggae Sumfest 2013 will be held July 21-27, 2013.  Sumfest features Jamaican reggae artists as well as International artists of different genres.  The 2013 line up is scheduled to include:

  • Flo Rida
  • Beres Hammond
  • Barrington Levy
  • Tarrus Riley
  • Jah Cure
  • Nature
  • Iba Mahr
  • Droop Lion
  • Sophia Squire
  • Kiarah Dubwah
  • Miguel
  • Damian Marley
  • Ashley Martin
  • Berry
  • I-Octane
  • Beenie Man
  • Bounty Killer
  • Lady Saw
  • Assassin
  • Aidonia
  • Popcaan
  • Kip Rich
  • Tommy Lee
  • Spice
  • QQ
  • DI
  • Blade Scheemaz
  • Baby Tash
  • Alkaline
  • Payne

To purchase Reggae Sumfest tickets click here!



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Tuesday, July 16, 2013

Create Your Passport Photo From a Photo That You Like



Have you ever wanted to create a passport photo from a photo that you like?  Well, now you can, provided that you meet a few requirements, the main one usually being that the picture be taken against a white wall.

Online Passport Photo Services That We've Found:

1) Epassportphoto.com - you can upload your own photo, provided that it meets the requirements and either print it yourself or send it to a participating Walgreens or Walmart location to be picked up.  The prices vary, but they start at $.99 cents.  When we used this service we uploaded our picture, cropped it and requested that it be sent to a local Walgreens, when we went to pick it up at Walgreens, it had been sent to a local Walmart approximately 1/2 mile away or so away.  We paid approximately $7.99 when we processed our order online and then when we finally got to Walmart to pick up the picture, we were charged another $.60 cents.  When we looked at the picture it was a bit blurry.  Hopefully you'll have better luck.

Here is epassportphotos youtube video.

2) pic4pass.com - Although we've never used this service, this website claims to analyze, evaluate, check sharpness, check the lighting on your picture and more!  We like this!  This site claims to process your passport photo for $4 dollars.  For this price you get two pictures to download.


How Pic4Pass works

With Pic4Pass it’s easy to make a photo that is guaranteed compliant, so you avoid the risk of rejection
1. Upload photo
2. Pic4Pass checks your photo
3. Download processed photo

Pic4Pass checks ID photos according to these standards
ISO/IEC 7501 (ICAO 9303)
ISO/IEC 19794-5
ISO/IEC 29794-5
Applicable national requirements

Pic4Pass quality checks include
Photo size and cropping
Resolution
Head position in photo
Head rotation
Eyes and irides visible
Only one person in photo
Gaze direction
Lighting


We will certainly try pic4pass the next go around.  Let us know how these sites work out for you!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us:

Marr Travel
website: www.marrtravel.com
email: info@marrtravel.com
phone: (425) 272-5712
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