Fred Heartt Cruising Specialist

Fred Heartt Cruising Specialist If you are an experienced cruiser or are just thinking about taking your first cruise this page will help you with the ins and outs of cruise travel.

As many of you already know, I have been a home based travel consultant with All Travel and Cruise Center, Inc. since 2003. I specialized in booking cruises although should you have other travel needs I am glad to help with those also. I have attained the Commodore status with Princess Cruises; I am also a Mazatlan Mazter (not misspelled) :) and Hawaii Destination Specialist. This page is aimed at

giving you helpful tips on cruising so you can keep your travel between the navigational beacons at all times. If you have any questions concerning cruising or travel in general just ask away either through Facebook or email me at [email protected] and I will answer your questions on here.

Just a few photos from our last cruise to Baja and the Sea of Cortez on the Holland America Zaandam.
04/22/2025

Just a few photos from our last cruise to Baja and the Sea of Cortez on the Holland America Zaandam.

Hi Cruisers,This just in from MSC Cruises:As travelers seek to visit their favorite destinations once again, we have upd...
08/29/2022

Hi Cruisers,
This just in from MSC Cruises:
As travelers seek to visit their favorite destinations once again, we have updated our health and safety protocols for U.S. residents sailing from U.S. ports to the Caribbean and The Bahamas. Vaccination is recommended but no longer required and pre-cruise testing is recommended but not required for fully vaccinated guests. Unvaccinated guests are required to show proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test (NAAT or antigen) taken within 3 days of embarkation. Requirements for non-U.S. residents remain unchanged.

The CDC has changed their rules so all the cruise lines are trying to get caught up.
Shoot me a text, email, or call and let's get you booked on that cruise you have been waiting for!

08/19/2022

And now the latest news from Princess Cruises. Times they are a changing.

08/19/2022

The latest from Holland America Cruises

08/19/2022

Hi Cruisers!
Things in the cruising world are changing fast. I received an email from Princess Cruises. As of September 6th. 2022 vaccinations are no longer required to cruise. Welcome aboard everyone!!
See below for all the details!

Starting Sep 6, it's easier for more guests to sail with us!
Hi everyone,
I'm pleased to let you know that we've updated our COVID-19 protocols and guidelines, effective Sep 6, removing the vaccine requirement for most voyages of less than 16 days so that anyone can cruise, and adjusting pre-travel testing requirements to make it less complicated.

With these guidelines, vaccinated guests sailing on voyages of less than 16 days, with the exception of Panama Canal transits, trans-ocean and other special itineraries, will no longer have to test before boarding and only need to upload proof of vaccination while getting OceanReady. Unvaccinated guests, or those who do not provide proof of vaccination, on those itineraries will self-test within three days of sailing and upload proof of a negative test before boarding.

Guests sailing on voyages 16 nights or longer, or sailing on full Panama Canal transits, trans-ocean and other specific itineraries, need to take a supervised test within three days of embarkation (guests age 5 and older). Guests on these types of voyages will be contacted directly by an Ocean Navigator to assist.

These new guidelines do not apply to voyages that begin, end or visit Canada. Note all Alaska voyages include Canadian ports. Our current protocols remain in effect until Sep 5.

As health & safety protocols evolve, we continue to provide latest updates as a courtesy to our travel advisor partners and guests.

Happy Sailing to all!
Fred

08/17/2022

Hi Cruisers,
I hope you are all well and having a great Summer!
Here is the latest news from Holland America Cruise Line.

Holland America Line Simplifies COVID-19 Procedures
Streamlined protocols meet public health goals while giving greater access for guests who are excited to cruise

Seattle, Wash., Aug. 15, 2022 — Holland America Line is updating its “Travel Well” COVID-19 protocols and procedures, including requirements for vaccinations and pre-cruise testing that meet public health goals while recognizing the evolving nature of the COVID-19 situation. These changes will go into effect for cruises departing on or after Sept. 6, 2022.

Under the simplified procedures, for most voyages up to 15 nights, vaccinated guests will no longer have to test before cruising and unvaccinated guests will be welcomed with a self-test within three days of sailing. The new protocols do not apply to itineraries for countries where local regulations may vary, including Canada, Australia and Greece.
“Our guests have been excited to return to cruising, and these changes will make it easier for more guests to explore the world in a safe and enjoyable environment,” said Gus Antorcha, president of Holland America Line. “The new, simplified protocols recognize the evolving nature of COVID-19 while still ensuring we protect the health of our guests, team members and the communities we visit.”
Key changes for cruises up to 15 nights (Ages 5 and older, not including full Panama Canal transits, trans-ocean and designated remote voyages):
Vaccinated guests must provide evidence of vaccination status prior to embarkation. Pre-cruise testing is no longer required.
Unvaccinated guests are welcomed aboard and must provide results of a negative medically supervised or self-test taken within three days of embarkation.

Protocols for cruises 16 nights or longer (plus full Panama Canal transit, trans-ocean and designated remote voyages, ages 5 and older):
All guests will be required to submit a medically supervised COVID-19 test with written negative result. The test must be taken within three days of embarkation.
Guests must be vaccinated or request an exemption.

Guests on longer voyages will be provided additional information about protocols based on ports visited. Guests can continue to submit documents electronically ahead of embarkation for a simple and faster check-in process. Holland America Line recommends that guests visit the TravelWell section of the company’s website for updates prior to cruise departure, as well as instructions on how to provide results of a negative test.

So what do you say, are you ready to book your next or maybe first cruise? How about escaping the cold and snow on a Wonderful Southern Caribbean cruise leaving Fort Lauderdale on January 14th 2023 returning to Fort Lauderdale on January 24th 2023?
Call, email, or text me and let's get you booked.
Happy sailing,
Fred

04/17/2022

Happy Easter Cruisers!
🐇🐇🛳🐇🐇
Time to Book Your Next Cruise!

12/14/2021

Merry Christmas Cruisers!!
Still looking for a great gift for your spouse or even just a treat for yourself? How about a wonderful cruise? Right now there are excellent deals on 2022 and 2023 cruises to Alaska, the Caribbean, Hawaii, and almost anywhere in the world you want to cruise.
Now that we are back to cruising the ships are filling up quickly so give me a call at 916-201-7618 and let's make sure you get that Christmas present!
Have a very merry Christmas!

11/13/2021

Hi Cruisers!
Starting this Tuesday, 11/16/2021, is Norwegian Cruise Lines biggest sale ever!! This sale is apparently good on all of Norwegian's cruises till the Summer of 2024. Check this out; 70% off a second guest fare as well as free open bar, free specialty dining, free shore excursion credits, free Wi-Fi, discounted rates for friends and family, free roundtrip airfare for the second guest, and a $250 CruiseFirst certificate to use towards a future cruise. Now that is a sale!
Call, text, email, or hit the reply button to book your cruise today!
BTW, all passengers must be fully vaccinated. Norwegian has extended the vaccination rule indefinitely.

Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Cruising!

09/05/2021

Hello Cruisers,
Just a little update on the latest tightening up of CDC cruise line protocols for COVID-19. I have been receiving emails from most of the cruise lines this week that all vaccinated guests must show proof of a negative COVID test within 2 days of embarkation instead of 3 days. This the new CDC rule that the cruise lines must abide by. If you are cruising in the near future check with your Cruise Consultant to find out exactly when you need to have your COVID test done. You will not be allowed on board if you don't have your test done in the proper time frame.

Until next time, Happy Sailing!

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