Love is in the air - Las Vegas style!
Whether you are tying the knot or renewing your vows, here at Complete North America we feel a duty to give true love a helping hand… That’s why we have signed up with ‘A Special Memory Wedding Chapel’ in Las Vegas to offer a full range of wedding packages. Packages can include everything from the classic Las Vegas ‘Drive-up’ wedding to Elvis singing in the aisle. There are also more adventurous weddings venues…. How about a helicopter ride to tie the knot at the west rim of the Grand Canyon?
Our wedding planning service comes with full tailored travel arrangements for you and your wedding party. Unlike many advertised wedding packages we include the license fee, minister gratuity and taxes. Depending on what package you choose, you can expect us to provide photographers, bouquets, music, transfers from/to the hotel, a DVD of the ceremony and the all important certificates.
So what more are you waiting for… pop the question today and call C.N.A!
Wedding packages start from £190.00, excluding travel arrangements.
To talk to a member of our experienced team regarding a trip to Las Vegas and weddings to any destination in North America call us today on 0115 9504555.
If you would prefer to email an enquiry click here
All travel arrangements with Complete North America are financially secured by membership of the ATOL scheme (Membership No. 5368) run by the CAA. For more details click here
DJ guide to Chicago nightlife
Godfather of House music, global DJ icon and proud Chicagoan, Frankie Knuckles, has produced a unique visitor guide to the music and nightlife highlights of his current hometown.
Chicago claims to be the birthplace of House music, and the Blues capital of the world and the exclusive Frankie Knuckles ‘MyChicago’ podcast guide can be downloaded by clicking here to help those planning a trip to the city.
From the history of House to the way he’d spend 48 hours in Chicago, Frankie features his funky favourite bits of the city in his 18-minute podcast as part of a series of celebrity guides designed to enhance visitor appreciation of the city. This one follows the Chicago shopping guide produced by Melissa Turner, expert fashionista and Chicago Director of Fashion Arts, and additional lifestyle gurus are currently producing their personal guides for what’s hot in Chicago’s entertainment, dining and architecture scenes.
To talk to a member of our experienced team regarding a trip to Chicago or maybe a stopover en-route to somewhere else call us today on 0115 9504555.
If you would prefer to email an enquiry click here
All travel arrangements with Complete North America are financially secured by membership of the ATOL scheme (Membership No. 5368) run by the CAA. For more details click here
No change to the Visa Waiver scheme
Recent suggestions that the Visa Waiver Programme is to be scrapped for UK visitors are completely false and it remains the case that all passengers holding machine-readable passports (which is the overwhelming majority of visitors) can continue to holiday in the US with minimal formalities.
The only entry procedure changes planned are a change from the current two index finger scan to a full 10 finger scan but this is not expected to make the immigration process any longer. A digital photograph will also continue to be taken, as now.
Testing of the new 10-finger scan procedure will begin at 10 ports of entry this autumn including those most used by British visitors such as New York JFK, Los Angeles and San Francisco.
For the future, the US Senate is considering the introduction of Advanced Electronic Travel Authorisation (AETA), already used by the Australian government. This would simply mean that passengers data currently provided on visa waiver forms while en route to the US would be required 48 hours before departure. The information might be requested again inflight (as now) but there would be no other additional procedures.
All these measures will help to further streamline the whole entry process while further enhancing passenger security.
Advance passenger information now compulsary
From 01 April 07, British Airways has mandated that Advance Passenger Information (API) and Emergency Contact Data (ECD) is featured within ALL bookings and entered prior to customer arrival at the airport.
Complete North America include a web link and the British Airways booking reference on all holiday confirmations featuring British Airways flights. This allows customers to easily access their flight arrangements online and provide the basic information required as well as request specific seats, check-in and print boarding cards 24 hours prior to departure.
The entry of this compulsory information is designed to minimise queues at the airport and improve security.
Failure to enter this information can delay the delivery of tickets.
To enter your advance passenger information now click here.
18 million risk ‘DIY’ summer holiday danger
Up to 18 million people who put together their own ‘DIY’ holidays this summer risk a financial disaster in the event of company failure, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has warned.
The CAA, which operates the ATOL financial protection scheme, is today urging consumers to check that their summer air holidays are financially protected.
Flights and accommodation booked separately as part of a DIY break are unconnected. This means that if an airline or accommodation provider ceases trading before consumers travel, holidaymakers could be forced to buy alternative, often more expensive, flights or accommodation. And if travellers cannot purchase new flights, they may be unable to claim back money already paid for the unused components of the holiday, such as hotels and car hire. Consumers could even run the risk of being stranded abroad if their airline went bankrupt during their break.
The CAA is highlighting to holidaymakers the benefits of booking all elements of a holiday together with a single, ATOL-protected travel company. ATOL is the UK’s only licensing scheme for travel companies selling air holiday packages, protecting around 27 million people each year from losing money or being stranded abroad if their travel company goes bankrupt. Travel companies are also responsible for all aspects of the holiday, so if one element goes wrong, the company will make alternative arrangements.
ATOL spokesman David Clover said: “Our research shows that although millions of holidaymakers will build DIY breaks this summer, they don’t always realise they are at risk. Holiday purchases are still a significant household purchase so we want consumers to make informed choices about financial protection. Those building their own holidays using different suppliers should be aware that they will not be protected against the risks of insolvency in the same way as booking all elements with one travel company.”
He continued: “Booking an entire holiday with one travel company does not mean that consumers have to compromise flexibility for protection. Many travel companies, will provide consumers with the type of holiday they want with the benefit of ATOL protection.
Hard Rock music theme park set to open in 2008
HARD ROCK ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR A UNIQUE ROCK N’ ROLL PARK IN MYRTLE BEACH, SOUTH CAROLINA IN 2008
Hard Rock International, one of the world’s most recognizable brands known for dining, rock music, memorabilia and entertainment, is set to open Hard Rock Park in 2008, which will celebrate the spirit of rock n’ roll in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
The nearly $400 million Hard Rock Park is billed as a totally immersive, full-day attraction, appealing to visitors of all generations. The groundbreaking park will reflect the brand’s commitment to music featuring six unique, custom-designed zones celebrating rock’s culture, lifestyle, legends and irreverence. Positioned to blow traditional park visitors away, Hard Rock Park will include more than 40 attractions, a multi-purpose live music amphitheater, shows and state-of-the-art sound systems - uniquely developed for the project, roller coasters, children’s play areas, restaurants, cafes and retail stores.
The park will also offer the opportunity for Hard Rock to display a vast collection of unique memorabilia pieces from the history of rock n’ roll including cars, oversized concert stage props and other exceptional pieces.
“For generations, Myrtle Beach has been a major draw for tourism in our state, particularly when it comes to being a place for families to enjoy their vacations,” said South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford. “With the addition of a major international attraction like Hard Rock Park, it’s one more reason for folks to visit the Myrtle Beach area and South Carolina.
Complete North America reccomend a 14 night fly drive tour starting and finishing in Atlanta and exploring the Georgia and South Carolina Coast taking in fabulous destinations such as Charleston, Savannah, Hilton Head Island and of course Myrtle Beach.
Call 0115 9504555 to discuss your plans or visit our website today and to make an online enquiry click here
The Inn At Ormsby Hill - Manchester, Vermont.
The Inn at Ormsby Hill is nestled in Vermont’s Green Mountains in the town of Manchester, a location oozing the charm that typifies the New England state of Vermont.
Hotels are as good or bad as the people that run them. In the case of intimate B&B’s focused on providing a very personal lodging experience like The Inn At Ormsby Hill, this fact is even more profound. Thanks should be given then for The Inn At Orsmby Hill is the pride and joy of Ted & Chris Sprague, a couple who’s dedication and passion for New England Inkeeping is plainly obvious to all who are privileged enough to stay at the Inn.
Attention to detail is most notable - The rooms are exceptionally comfortable, and the decor provides the classic New England Inn experience we strive to provide - I just love the huge high beds that you need a step to climb onto - Real masterpieces and the focus of all rooms, quite rightly so. The rooms are of course spotless and feature private jacuzzi baths for two.
The effort Ted & Chris put in every morning at breakfast really does encapsulate everything that the New England B&B experience is all about - Take time to enjoy the fresh coffee or tea on the porch as you admire the surrounding mountain scenery before embarking on a day of exploration that Ted & Chris would be more than happy to help you plan - They have a huge collection of leaflets and maps!
Having enjoyed our stay immensely we would have no hesitation in recomending a stay at The Inn At Orsmby Hill as part of a self drive tour or as a stand alone visit arriving from the U.K. to New York or Boston.
To discuss this property with a member of our team call 0115 9504555, or if you would prefer to email an enquiry click here.
To view our suggest New England fly drive packages visit our fly drive page - click here.
Strong pound creates rush for the USA
British travellers to America are lining their wallets and counting out the dollars as the pound reached a 14 year high against the dollar recently. At the time of writing this article you could get $1.90 for your £1.
Alan Waddell, chief operating officer, Visit USA, said: “Combined with favourable air fares, the current exchange rate means now is a great time for travel to the USA.
“The increase in interest and bookings reported by some VUSA members is very promising, and demonstrates the enduring popularity of the USA as a leisure destination and its position as the number one long-haul holiday choice for UK travellers.”
Western Canada Circle - Customer comments
A budget conscious tour along a classic circle route. See the highlights of the west including fabulous Vancouver as well as the world famous Rockies towns of Banff and Jasper. You can scroll down to read our customer experiences or click the link below to view this itinerary
Pacific Northwest - Customer comments
Less well known than other regions, the Pacific Northwest promises one of the most beautiful fly drive holidays in all of North America. You will love the cosmopolitan city of Seattle, the high mountain passes, rain forests and rugged coastlines not to mention the volcanic regions of Crater Lake and Newberry National Volcanic Monument. This itinerary is varied, unhurried and most of all a fabulous surprise for most people who have never visited this region before. You can scroll down to read our customer experiences or click the link below to view this itinerary