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Time for football season, World Series and great fall travel bargains.

Special thanks go out to our clients for August group trips to:

Hidden Beach, Hedonism # 3 with AWOL, Tantric Hearts, PA/MD/DC Group and Hedo # 2 with the Bill & Dee and the Singles Group at Temptation Resort



ALERT: Status of travel plans for Caribbean: Flight re-scheduling has altered few itineraries due to Hurricane Gustav. Popular resorts offered by Castaways Travel are in continuous operation at this time and none have reported any change in status. If you have a specific question about any future travel plans, please let us know. E Mail: info@castawaystravel.com or call 800-470-2020



In This Months Issue
Curacao Nude Week January 24-31, 2009
Specials
Featured Group Trips - next 6 months
Odds and Ends
Conventional Cruises & Vacations




Curacao Nude Week January 24-31, 2009

Alert: All room categories at Sunset Waters Beach Resort are sold out except Ocean View Superior rooms. Only six (6) remain. If you're planning on Curacao this winter, pull the trigger....now.

A resort take over for Nude Week in Curacao is set for a return trip January 24-31, 2009 to Sunset Waters Beach Resort. Escorted and hosted by Castaways Travel (James & Champagne), the resort is dedicated to nude fun for the week for singles and couples. Your week includes your Ocean view, air conditioned accommodations, all the meals, snacks, bar drinks, theme nights, hotel taxes, entertainment, activities, non-motorized water sports and tips. SCUBA diving is SPECTACULAR. For guests staying one (1) week or longer, airport transfers are included, too. Airfare, diving are extra and departure tax is US $22/person. Rates for Superior Ocean View rooms are $1,270/person/week, all inclusive. NOTE: This package is not available On Line.

Airfare to Curacao, diving and exit tax are extra. Sunset Waters has the only legal nude beach on Cuaraco year round. Diving is terrific with numerous dive sites within minutes of the resort plus unlimited shore diving is available. Clothing required for dining in restaurants, hotel reception area and Jan 24 noon to Jan. 25 noon to vacate textile guests. Plus, everyone's favorite General Manager, Jim Hunter is still there so you know he'll show you a good time!

For a quote and airfare, submit your request at: Book Sunset Waters

See the web page at: Sunset Waters-Curacao or call today 800-470-2020 to book your trip. This Nude Week package is NOT available On Line.

You can also Shop On Line for your flights to Curacao here at: Airlines On Line




Specials

Swim Up Suites for $40 - Hidden Beach--What an offer, you have to read this, Swim Up Suites for $40
For a limited time only, for $40, you can upgrade from an Ocean Front Suite to a Swim Up Suite for travel from now to December 15, 2008. You've been waiting for a Hidden Beach Deal...now you have it, worth $600 savings/couple/week. DEADLINE for booking: September 30, 2008 (Upgrades on Space Available basis)

Younger Travelers-Hidden Beach
Speaking of Hidden Beach, Clients Ted & Krista are planning to organize a group for younger parents to get away to Hidden Beach for a "Frisky Freedom" holiday without the kids. If you are reading this and are interested in a future group trip, please send an E Mail to: James@castawaystravel.com TedScaldwell@canada.com

Karisma Hotels
See current promotions for seven (7) of your favorite Cancun area resorts in one place, managed by Karisma Hotels.Offers include: El Dorado Seaside Suites, El Dorado ROYALE, El Dorado Maroma Beach, AZUL Beaches, AZUL Fives, AZUL Sensatori and Hidden Beach. Click on: Karisma and Hidden Beach

SuperClubs Promotions for Fall travel
Take advantage of Fall Specials. Click on Specials right here to Shop On Line. Individual Bookings - New Bookings Only
  1. 5th night free (September travel only. Book now to Sept. 15)
  2. "Fab 5 for Fall" Upgrade offer applies for $5 room upgrades, spa service, golf and more (Book now for travel through Dec. 20)*
  3. "Great Rates" offer also applies for Jamaica resorts. Discounted room rates apply...from $138/person/night. Book SuperClubs resorts shown below by October 31. Travel from now to December 20, 2008.*
  4. Mid week travel with deep discounts for fall departures. Enjoy mid-week specials every Sunday through Thursday from now to December 25th! Mid-week discounts at Breezes Montego Bay, Breezes Bahamas and Starfish Trelawny Beach.
*Resorts: Hedonism II, Hedonism III, Grand Lido Negril, Grand Lido Braco, and Breezes Runaway Bay
ALERT: Deadline for booking # 2 and # 3 is Oct 31, 2008. Travel now to December 20, 2008.

Special Nude Group Rates for travel sponsored by Castaways Travel, click on:
Grand Lido Braco Groups
Hedonism # 2 Groups
Hedonism # 3 Groups

2009 Early Booking Special-Super Clubs
Double your Early Booking Bonus discounts. Book your 2009 travel by September 15. Special applies to numerous Castaways Group Trips in 2009 especially at Hedonism # 2 for 2009: January All month
February 8-15 Bubbly Bares with Jim & Shirley
March 15-22 March Madness with Bob & Patty
May 23-31 Wicked Wildcats with Rick & Suzie
June 27-July 5 4th of July with Bob & Sue
Shop Hedo # 2 On Line

Grand Lido Braco Fall 2008 and Spring 2009 Group Specials
Contract room rates apply for November, December, 2008 and February, March and April 2009 for Nude side rooms at Grand Lido Braco. Ask for the special "Group Rates" for applicable dates. NOTE: These rates do NOT appear in any On Line booking engine.
Dates: Nov. 22-29, Nov. 29-Dec. 6. 2008, Feb 7-14, Feb. 14-21, 2009, March 14-April 12, 2009. Call 800-470-2020 now or send an E mail to check availability to: Info@castawaystravel.com See: Grand Lido Braco

Club Orient
September, the famous "3 for 2" promotion applies. Stay 3 nights and pay for 2.
October 7th night free special - October 14th brings in another 'full moon' party, at the Perch Bar, Music and a buffet meal will highlight this party. Stay for Halloween, too. See: Club Orient Call 800-470-2020 now or send an E mail to check availability to: Info@castawaystravel.com

Special Group Trip to Hedo # 2 Ms. No Swim Suit Reunion
Join Castaways Travel host couple, Tara and Butch from Houston, as they lead a Castaways trip to Jamaica October 4-11, 2008, for another version of the famous or infamous "Ms. No Swim Suit" pageant...with a twist. In October, it'll be the Ms. No Swim Suit REUNION event. Tara was a contestant in the original pageant in 2006 and she's been invited back for an encore. Call 800-470-2020 now or send an E mail to check availability to: Info@castawaystravel.com

Nude Cruises-Catamaran
This is designed for couples who want to sail with others who share common interests. Instead of booking the boat - just book a cabin. A great way to meet new friends and save a little $$$ for departures from St. Thomas/BVI. 2009 prices start at $4,200 per couple, inclusive. By-the-Cabin Weeks for 2009. Book early because they won't be open very long... Here are the most current weeks open for By-the-Cabin Cruises. 2009. Interested? Drop us a line to: James@castawaystravel.com

" May 31 - June 6 - By the Cabin - 2 Cabins Open
" June 8 - June 14 - By the Cabin - 2 Cabins Open
" July 12 - 18 By the Cabin - 2 Cabins Open

Airlines
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Featured Group Trips - next 6 months

These groups are "featured" because they typically include Host Couples, Group trips or are heavily attended weeks

2008
Sep 5-8   Desire Cabo   Asian Flings -Book On Line or : Contact via Email
Sep 7-24   Caliente Caribe   Mikki's 3rd Annual Magical Vacation - Email
Sep 13-20   Hidden Beach   Enjoy group rates if you stay 7 nights - Email
Sep 18-23   Desire Cabo   Bubby Bares in Cabo with Darrell & Carolyn - EMail
Sep 18-23   Desire Cabo   Gang from Pendulum Room in Houston - Email - Book On Line
Sep 25-28   Desire Cancun   Latin Fever Week - Email
Oct 4-11   Hidden Beach   Enjoy group rates if you stay 7 nights - Email
Oct 4-11   Hedonism # 2   Ms. No Swim Suit Reunion - Email
Oct 7-12   Grand Lido Braco   Best of Jamaica Annual Celebration Special Event - Email
Oct 15-Nov 15   Caliente Caribe   Dave & Debbie's Group Stay a week or stay a month - Email
Oct-18-25   Desire-Cancun   Rather Be Nude group with Cliff & Patti - EMail - Book
Oct 18-25   Hedonism # 3   Cheryl's Wild & Wicked group from Texas - EMail
Oct 25-Nov 1   Caliente DR   Enjoy Halloween... island style, in the Dominican Republic - Email
Oct 25-Nov 1   Hidden Beach   Hidden Beach Boo, it's Halloween in Mexico - Email
Oct 25-Nov 1   Grand Lido Braco   Enjoy Halloween, Island Style - Email
Oct 25-Nov 1   Hedonism # 3   Enjoy Hedo-Ween, Island Style with Wild Walt - Email
Oct 25-Nov 1   Caliente DR   Halloween in the islands at Caliente Caribe - Email
Oct 25-Nov 2   Hedonism # 2   Bubbly Bares go Jamaican for Halloween - Email
Nov 1-8   Desire Cancun   It’s time to Party Naked Baby!!! Sue & Tony - Email - Website
Nov 1-8   Hidden Beach   Enjoy group rates if you stay 7 nights - Email
Nov 4-11   Hedonism # 2   ,East Carolina Couples Group by Castaways Travel Email - Website
Nov 8-15   Hedonism # 3   Love Voodoo FEST with Todd & Elena - Email
Nov 8-15   Temptation   Join the fun for Singles Week in Cancun - Book On Line
Nov 16-23   RCCL   "Adults Only " Cruise Mexican Riviera (Not a charter, Not nude!) - Email
Nov 22-29   Grand Lido Braco   Thanksgiving with Bob and Darla - Email
Nov 27-30   Desire Cancun   Latin Fever Week - Email
Nov 29-Dec 6   Grand Lido Braco   Anniversary Week with Bob & Darla - Email
Dec 1-8   Breezes RB   Anniversary week (Dec. 7) - Email - Reservations
Dec 1-7   Grand Lido Negril   Anniversary Week. (December 6) - Email - Shop On Line
Dec 6-13   Hidden Beach   Enjoy group rates if you stay 7 nights - Email
Dec 27-Jan 3   Hedonism # 3   Bare Bottom Bunch with Scott & Sabina - Email - Reservations
2009    
Jan - All Month   Hedonism # 2   January is Adults Only month at Hedo # 2 - E Mail
Jan 10-17   Hedonism # 3   Tantric Hearts with Kim & Brad - Email
Jan 24-31   Sunset Waters   Nude Week - Curacao Sunset Waters E Mail
Jan 31-Feb 8   Caliente Caribe   Rosie's Friends Sweet Serenity Group II - Email
Feb   Caliente Caribe   All Month. Join Velma & Larry from Northaven all month long - EMail
Feb 7-14   Grand Lido Braco   Valentines week group rates - Email
Feb 8-15   Hedonism # 2   Bubby Bares host Party Week - Email - Website
Feb 12-Ma r12   Caliente Caribe   Sunward Travel Group Stay a week or stay a month - Email
Feb 14-21   Grand Lido Braco   Enjoy Valentines week - Email for special rates
Feb 14-21   Hidden Beach   Valentines-Take your honey to Mexico, be sweet - Email
Feb 14-21   Hedonism # 3   Valentines with Rather Be Nude Cliff & Patti - Email
Feb 22-Mar 1   Costa Fortuna   Playful Cruise for "like minded Adult couples" - E Caribbean - Email
Mar 14-Apr 12   Grand Lido Braco   Group weeks, special rates all 4 weeks - Email
Mar 15-22   Hedonism # 3   Bob & Patty "March Madness" Group - Email
Mar 17-30   Caliente Caribe   Rebels of the Newd Crew Stay a week or two - Email
Mar 18-26   Caliente Caribe   Deb's Whalers Return for Whale Watching - Email
Mar 30-Apr 15   Cruise   Singapore to Dubai Seabourn Spirit - Email
Apr 11-18   Hedonism # 3   Kitten & Angel Group with Paul & Joan - Email
Apr 12-19   Desire Cancun   Sensual Partners Group with Jan & Doug - Email
Apr 18-25   Hedonism # 2   Spring Break with Mary Ellyn & Jim - Email
Apr 18-25   Hedonism # 2   Join Moe & Mo as they bring their MoJo back to Hedo! - E Mail



Nov 1-8, 2008
Big group and takeovers include:

Desire Cancun Party Naked Baby with the Sandy Sandy Sacks and Cracks

Hedonism # 3 Love Voodoo
See: Love Voodoo Trip

Nov. 8-15, 2008

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Odds and Ends

Please BELIZE Me!
Cat & Dale, clients of Castaways, are the proud owners of Home At Last resort on the Placencia Peninsula in southern Belize. With 4 rental casas (small houses with Air conditioning, TV/Satellite, WiFi, etc) ) on six beautifully landscaped acres, the resort overlooks the lagoon, beach and Mayan mountains. The fresh water swimming pool and hot tub are clothing optional. The casas start at $200/night with continental breakfast included. See: Belize Home at Last

More Belize
For some fun Scuba and snorkeling in Belize...off the beaten path, visit Vicki & Mike Campbell's operation in North Ambergris Caye. Their resort is called: Xaman Ek Retreat & Spa. See their website at: www.xamanekbelize.com E Mail is: xamanekbelize@btl.net Tell 'em we sent ya!

Costa Rica
Casita TOUCANS Owned by Don & Janet from Tampa area, their on site casita, called Toucans, is now available for couples in a private, clothing-optional environment. Plan on at least a week there and explore at your leisure.....for less than $700 for 7 nights. See: Casitas Toucans - Costa Rica

Grand Lido Braco Best of Jamaica October 5-12, 2008
Looking for Fun in the Fall? Try on the "Best of Jamaica" Celebration of Jamaican food, fun, music, crafts, cooking, cuisine, night life and tours off property at Grand Lido Braco this fall. See: Grand Lido Braco to check it out: Shop Grand Lido Braco today.

World Guide to Nude Beaches
The best published source we've found for nude beaches and nude locations world wide is a new directory from The Naturist Society (TNS). You've gotta see it especially for new European and South American entries. Order the new catalog On Line at: Skinny Dipper Shop - About $25-30 bucks and worth every penny.

Couples Tower Isle Re-Opens December 2008
Formerly Couples Ocho Rios, the new Couples Tower Isle has undergone extensive and dramatic changes that include the addition of 20 accommodations - four suites and 16 rooms - all with ocean views. Enhancements have been made to the main pool lobby, piano bar, main bar and Le Gourmet, Verandah and Terrace dining rooms. Couples Tower Isle will have brand new amenities include a new wedding gazebo, veggie and juice bar, pool grill, spa with 10 treatment rooms, swimming pool with swim-up bar, new dive pool, gym, aerobics room, photo shop, gift shop, games room. flat screen TV and a floating dock at the resorts' own private nude island. See: Couples Tower Isle and Shop On Line

Halloween at Desire Cabo
Yes, there's space available and rooms for rent. Ya gotta love their PR department for this breathless promotion:
NIGHT OF THE DAMNED Nocturnal predators gather with wicked intentions this Halloween at Desire Los Cabos. Voluptuous vampires, wanton werewolves and creatures of the night convene to revel in this most sensual and gothic of nights. Book now and unearth your darkest Desire. Now, you've just got to go. See: Desire Cabo and Shop On Line

Desert Sun-Palm Springs
Congratulations to John Young and his wife who announced their grand re-opening of their latest nude adventure: Desert Sun Resort in Palm Springs, CA (formerly Desert Shadows). They've announced a complete upgrade and makeover of their hotel guest rooms and nudist area throughout the property. Rooms start at $150/night. Day fees are $50/person-single and $75/couple. See: Palm Springs

Airlines
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Conventional Cruises & Vacations

Conventional group cruises by Fox Travel American Express are listed at: Groups: Cruises and Resorts
  • Singapore to Dubai March 2009 Mariner Club on Seabourn Cruises by American Express escorted by Jim & Donna
  • Australia-New Zealand January 17, 2009 Diamond Princess Special Group Rates apply 10 cabins available
  • Eastern Caribbean February 22, 2009 Crown Princess Special Group Rates apply 14 cabins available
  • Mexico Riviera November 28, 2009 Sapphire Princess Special Group Rates apply 12 cabins available
NOTE: If you have a group of friends or relatives who can travel together on any of the sailings, you may qualify for a free cabin. Ask Julia or Cheryl about it when you call or E Mail: Info@foxtravel.net





Thank you for your business

James, Champagne and the staff at Castaways Travel and Fox Travel American Express Travel in Houston, Texas.



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