Are you thinking about some “ dream  travels” for 2012.

Depending on your available vacation time, health  and  finances, why not consider some short domestic destinations.  Many resources are available and if you need  suggestions just check with me.  A new cruise operator is making the scene offering authentic steamboat cruises on the Ohio, Tennessee and Mississippi Rivers.  The company is Great American Steamboat Company.  I recently attended an Agent Seminar highlighting their schedules and itineraries.  I have personally experienced Steam Boat Cruises  and they are wonderful  If YOU enjoy  delicious foods, wonderful lodging, music, entertainment, along with historic sights and scenes…this is for YOU. Need more information go to www.GreatAmericanSteamboatCompany.com or call me at 618-327-3948 Email: shirley.travel@sbcglobal.net

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Tradewind Vacations Travel Agents specialize in day trips and group tours to Southern Illinois, St. Louis, Carbondale, Mt.Vernon, Centralia and other locations.


HOTEL ROOMS:   4:00 p.m. local time on a Sunday is the best time to book a room.  Call the hotel direct and ask to speak with the manager on duty NOT the 800 number or reservations.  Tell the manager you're shopping for a good room rate and ask what you can do at this establishment
Greetings from Lee and Shirley
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Lee and I wish to sincerely  thank  all our passengers, for supporting  Tradewind Tours escorted schedule, for the past 31 years.  Most of you are aware that we felt it was in our best interest, to move our escorted business to American Classic Tours, Marion, Illinois.  We hope you support their current escorted schedule.  For the time being I will continue booking cruises, leisure and inclusive packages.  I have been on over 30 cruises.  traveled to 6 of the 7 continents, A ACC (Accredited Cruise Counselor) and CTIS (Certified Travel Industry Specialist).

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The key to a successful bargain is timing.  Tradewinds offers some tips from the experts on how to save big in a few key categories:
 
 
Lee and Shirley at a recent tradeshow

Lee and Shirley attend Seminars (photo above) and Trade Shows provided   as members of Cruise Lines International and American Bus Association.  This   is a wonderful opportunity to network with other travel professionals and vendors.

Carol Mueller Citizen of the Year
Lee and Shirley were honored to have Carole Moeller selected as Nashville, Illinois' Woman of the Year Award for 2011. Carole is well known for all her charity work here in Washington County. She is always helping someone and works non stop with fundraising events to keep our local Theatre open as a safe place for our youth. Carole has been with Tradewinds for 20 years. Kudos to CAROLE.

Lee & Shirley Clayton,
owners of Tradewind Tours, Inc., since 1980.
Certified Travel Industry Specialist (CTIS) &
Accredited Cruise Counselor (ACC)


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.. thanks Shirley for the enjoyable Branson Tour. We have traveled with you for years. We always have a good time. We look forward to traveling with you next year.  L.R
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