The Bahamas are North America's closest tropical islands and most accessible getaway.

The Grand Bahamas Island was virtually uninhabited for nearly 300 years.  With 96 miles of beaches, caves, cities and historical fishing villages, numerous undiscovered ecological treasures await you. 

The Grand Bahamas Island has become one of the most frequently visited locations in the Bahamian Islands.  Located only 55 miles from the eastern coast of Florida, it's a wonder that it rested so quietly for so long.

Perhaps Nassau is more to your liking, filled with entertainment ranging from sugary white sand beaches, straw markets and gambling.   You're bound to find something you'd never have found elsewhere.

Your Vacation Certificate entitles you to a GRAND BAHAMAS CRUISE
& STAY VACATION which includes:

- A Round Trip Cruise from Fort Lauderdale, Florida to the
  Fabulous Grand Bahamas Island!!!

- Hotel accommodations for 4 Days / 3 Nights in Orlando, Florida,
  near Disneyworld.  (Yes, there's more to do in Florida than
  just see Mickey!  However, if you do want to visit Disneyworld
  or any of the other world renowned theme parks, discount coupons
  will be available at your hotel's front desk.)

- Royal Caribbean Cruise voucher or Worldwide Condo access card.

While on board you will receive:

ALL YOU CAN EAT MEALS - Breakfast and Lunch Buffets on the cruise
to the Grand Bahama Island. Captain's Dinner on the return cruise
to Fort Lauderdale, Florida. All Activities on Board are included.
A Special Vegas Style Show in the Grand Ball Room is also included
on the return cruise to Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Enjoy the pool
as you cruise to and from the Grand Bahama Island. Try your luck
in the Casino located on board the beautiful Discovery Cruise
Line. Cruise Departs Daily from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

NO BLACKOUT DATES.

Discovery Cruise Line will accommodate special requests for
medical and dining needs. (see the FAQ section)

Trip to the Bahamas

This is NOT a Timeshare promotion and there are also NO Blackout
dates with this offer.

Also…you can split your vacations up if you want.  You have up
to TWO years to use it.

This is a 13 day/12 night Resort Vacation Special valued at over
$2500.00 which we are offering right now for our 16th Anniversary,
special price of $249.00 per person.  Based on double occupancy,
that totals only $498 per couple.  This is a great time to invite
friends or other family members to go on a memorable vacation
of a lifetime.  Remember, it would cost $2500 per couple normally. 
(Children age 11 and younger only pay port fees, ages 12 and older
are an additional $249.) 

It starts with 4 days and 3 nights in Orlando, Florida where you
will stay at a 3 star resort near Disney.  They will have shuttles
available to you if you decide to attend one of the parks while
you are there.  You’ll be able to obtain discounted theme park
ticket offers at the front desk. 

After that you will then spend 1 day and 1 night in Ft Lauderdale,
Florida at a 3-star Resort hotel.   The next morning, you will
board the Discovery Cruise ship and at 7:45 am you will head over
to the Bahamas where you will get your choice of 3, 5 or 7 night
stay at a 3 star resort on the Island.

Let me tell you a little bit about the Discovery.  This is a ship
that holds 2500 people.  The ship leaves daily from Ft. Lauderdale,
Florida (the Vienna of the USA) at 7:45 am and you start the trip
with breakfast onboard the ship.  You will enjoy an all-you-can-eat
breakfast buffet in a glass-enclosed dining room - you will have
incredible ice sculptures inside and will be overlooking the
beautiful ocean outside.

After breakfast you will get to see the ship.

You can pack a bag with swim gear if you would like and enjoy
the sun decks and pool.  There are a lot of different onboard
activities to choose from such as bingo games, ping-pong tourn-
aments, scavenger hunts, trivia quizzes, karaoke contests, limbo
contests, face painting for the kids. They have a variety of
raffles and drawings. They even have a newlywed game, as well
as a deck party that you can attend onboard.

If you like to gamble, the casino opens as soon as you leave the
port. It is a real Las Vegas Style casino with Blackjack, Craps,
Roulette, and 127 Slot Machines! There is also the most popular
cruise game called the Three Card poker.  And don't forget you
can also visit the famous Isle of Capri Casino when you are in
the Bahamas.

Then around 11:30-12:00 lunch will be served…….again it is
all-you-can-eat buffet…and at 1:00pm you will dock at the Grand
Bahamas Islands.

You will be given luggage tags when you board the ship….just
like you get at the airport.  You will claim your luggage with
these tags when you depart the ship.

There are hundreds of taxis, limos, and shuttle buses to take you
to your hotel. They average $3.00 to $11.00 per person depending
on the method you choose.

You will arrive at the Resort that comes in this package. You
will have a choice of staying at the Royal Palm, the Royal
Islander, or the Island Palm Resort.  These are all located
in downtown Freeport.  

These, again, are all 3 & 4-Star resorts.  They have olympic-
sized swimming pools, tiki bars and restaurants right there.

We offer 17 hotels to choose from when you book your trip. You
can usually upgrade to 5 star resort for approximately $85/night
up to $125/night depending on how much you want to spend and the
season you travel.

All of our 3-4 star hotels that are included in this package have
public beaches nearby if they are not located right on the waters
edge.

Trip back to Florida

The Discovery will provide your passage back to Ft. Lauderdale in
the elegance of the evening.  You will depart the Bahamas at about
4 p.m. and enjoy 6 beautiful hours sailing back. 

If you’ve never seen the sun set on the ocean, you will be in for
a memorable surprise.  A luxurious Dinner Buffet will be served,
dancing under the stars and entertainment all evening long.

You’ll arrive back to Ft Lauderdale about 10:30 p.m., so you’ll
want us to book your 2nd night in Ft Lauderdale for your return. 
Sleep in the next morning before heading home.

Remember… this is NOT Timeshare and there are NO Blackout dates
with this offer and you may split your vacations up if you want.

As a bonus vacation, if you book today, you will receive a 4-day
3-night Carnival or Royal Caribbean Cruise Certificate.  This is
a taxes only vacation - meaning your cruise is paid for, which is
valued at over $400.00 per person... and you only have to pay for
the port fees and departure taxes per person when you travel.

Don’t miss out, the availability of this incredible special will
not last long.

See frequently asked questions below.

Frequently Asked Questions

May I sell or give away a portion of my Florida/Bahamas package?

   Yes, after the vacation is activated but before reservations
   are made, you can give all or part of it away to anyone.

Is there a restriction on how frequently a family may travel in
one year?

   No Restrictions, travel as frequently as you wish!

May we request a resort?

   Yes, you may request a favorite resort but all vacations are
   booked based on availability so there is no guarantee that we
   can secure that particular resort.

How soon can you travel?

   We recommend 60 days notice, but earlier reservations will be
   accepted. (Keep in mind that all vacations are booked based on
   availability. The more notice you give the more likely to secure
   your dates of travel.)  

May we upgrade to a 5 Star Resort?

   Yes, there is a nominal charge and based on availability.  
   Call FunTime for availability and pricing after you receive
   your booking information.

May we upgrade to an ALL-INCLUSIVE Resort?

   Yes, Coming Soon!!! Ask for upgrades when making your
   reservations.

Where is the port of call?  

   The cruise departs from Fort Lauderdale daily. The port of
   call is Port Everglades on the waterway located downtown Fort
   Lauderdale, Florida.

May I reserve a cabin for the trip to and from the Bahamas?  

   Yes, you may call ahead and reserve a cabin. The cabins range
   from approximately $25.00 - $45.00.   Remember that you will
   be on the ship for approximately 6 hours and there are lockers
   and changing rooms available.

I will be driving to Ft. Lauderdale. Is there secured parking at
the port?  

   Yes, the cost is approximately $7.00-$10.00/day.  

ARE THE MEALS ALL YOU CAN EAT???  

   Yes, you will enjoy the all-you-can-eat Breakfast and Lunch
   Buffets on the cruise to the Grand Bahama Islands and enjoy
   a Captain's Dinner on the cruise back to Fort Lauderdale,
   Florida.

Are alcoholic beverages included in the fare?

   No; however, you may purchase alcoholic beverages at several
   locations throughout the ship. The beverages that are provided
   with each meal service are ice tea and water.

I'm a vegetarian, what do you serve to accommodate me?

   Yes, you will find a variety of foods at our buffet to your
   advantage. For breakfast we serve hot and cold cereals, fruit
   and assorted breads and sweet rolls. On our lunch and dinner
   buffet we serve an assortment of fruit and salads, hot and
   cold vegetables, and pasta dishes.

Do you use MSG in your food?

   No, we do not use the additive MSG in our food.

Are there non-smoking areas aboard ship?

   Yes, we have non-smoking sections in public areas, including
   The Starlite Showroom. Dining rooms are completely non-smoking.

May I use my cellular phone on board ship?

   Yes, but cell phones are generally out of reach after departure
   and do not work in the Bahamas.

G.B.I. Currency and Shopping

May I use traveler's checks on board ship?

   Yes, traveler's checks may be cashed on board at the purser's desk.

Do you have an ATM machine on board ship?

   Yes, ATM machines are located in the ship's lobby and Lucaya Casino.

What type of currency is accepted on the island?

   U.S. dollars are accepted by everyone. You will not need to
   exchange any currency.

Are there any duty free shops in Freeport?

   Yes, duty free shopping is available in Freeport and aboard the
   ship. Full advantage may be taken for passengers who stay overnight
   for 48 hours or longer.

Are the shops open in Freeport on Sunday and holidays?

   Yes, on holidays some straw market vendors and the gift shop on
   board the ship are always open. However, the majority of the shops
   in Freeport are closed on Sundays and holidays.

What other activities are available once on the Island?

   - Horseback Riding
   - Jet skiing
   - Sailing
   - Snorkeling
   - Scuba Diving
   - Swimming with the Dolphins
   - Windsurfing
   - Boating
   - Game Fishing
   - Golfing (many courses to choose from)
   - Shopping
   - International Bazaar
   - Marketplace
   - Hiking
   - Exploring and many more....

or just RELAX on the exotic white sand beaches.