ENTERTAINMENT & TRAVEL ALTERNATIVES, INC.

A ETA TRAVEL EXCLUSIVE FOR THEME CRUISES!

"IDEAS CREATED BY ONE'S IMAGINATION"

Home theme cruises News Services Feedbacks Contents Search

 



Your #1 in Theme Cruises & Group Cruise Events Planner!

Welcome to the world of Entertainment & Travel Alternatives, Inc. (ETA)

  Celebrating Over 12 Years of Excellence! 

 2008, & 2009 THEME CRUISES ARE NOW POSTED! 

 For all ETA Theme Cruises, please click on "Theme Cruises" located to the left. 

ROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISES - VOYAGER OF THE SEAS   1 888 711 7447Carnival Miracle

We pride ourselves on delivering some of the most unique and memorable cruise events for clients throughout the world.  The choice is yours... Corporate Events, Seminars-at-Sea, Music Themes, Incentives, Product Promotions, Reunions, Weddings-at-Sea, are just a few of the listed events that are available to you. ETA is your one-stop-shop for excellent service and a professional onboard staff.  We welcome you to step aboard and 'sea' for yourself.

ETA is not your typical travel company. If you're looking to go to Vegas or a flight to Boise, that's not us! We only do what we do best! CRUISIN'! If there's water and a ship goes there, then call us today! ETA will design a personal event for you and/or your company.

We invite you to learn more about our company, products and services by exploring our site. If you have any questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you. Your feedback is encouraged and will help us to continually improve our efforts.

We are here to offer you, our client, a journey into adventure.

     

+ Royal Caribbean International  = Awarded Preferred Travel Partner 2005, 2006, 2007

Company Profile

ETA concentrates on cruise events designed for Corporate Events, Music Themes, Reunions, Fundraisers, and more. Opened in 1995, ETA has had over 40,000 people participate on ETA cruise events worldwide. ETA corporate office/Nashville, TN - branch in West Palm Beach, FL.

ETA is affiliated with Cruise Lines International Association and has been a member since 1995. 

     ETA Staff      

Steve Wallach, President of ETA, began his career in the entertainment cruise industry aboard many of the cruise ships departing the New York and Miami docks in the 70's. Steve learned about the cruise industry from the inside working as an Entertainer and Cruise Director for such cruise lines as Costa Cruises, Home Lines, Sitmar, Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Norwegian Cruise Line, Italian Lines & Holland America Lines.

Pursuing his career in entertainment, Steve has also worked on world tours with Stevie Wonder, Billy Ray Cyrus, Lou Rawls, Michael Jackson & The Jacksons, Pat Benetar, Milton Nascimento, Pink Floyd, Barry Manilow and others. Steve has also appeared in numerous music videos and continues as a promoter and agent for various music theme events worldwide.

Steve has combined his talents from ship n' shore and has developed incredible events at sea. Some of the most unique events have been designed and Steve is "hands-on" to all details as seen through each designed cruise event.

Steve continues to work closely with various cruise lines as a consultant for onboard and theme enhancement programs.

Tami Newton, Director of Operations: Tami joined ETA in 2005 and has brought with her fantastic administration skills and continues to expand her travel/event planning knowledge. She is always available to assist our clients and thoroughly enjoys her position. Our clients have expressed such high regard for how well and knowledgeable Tami is with all of our groups.

Bernie, Joyce: Onboard Group Coordinators: Our guests love having Joyce & Bernie aboard! Their personal attention to each guest makes our guests feel right at home. They also handle various European group cruise events for ETA.

Nathan W, Ted W, Bart B, Rick K, Miko V, Michael K - Onboard Coordinators:  ETA has a coordinating staff made up of professional and courteous people ready to assist you with your requests.

********************************************* 

Want to learn how to BECOME A HOST... click on Theme Cruises  for information.

 SEE THE NEW THEME CRUISES FOR 2008, 2009 SEASON! 

 

"We've spent 4 years cruisin' with ETA... how 'bout you?"

Margaret Pellegrini, Original Munchkin from The Wizard of Oz along with Munchkins Clarence Swenson, Karl Slover, Meinhardt Rabbe and (standing) Steve Wallach (ETA), Ray Rouse (Cruise Director/Costa Cruise), Robert Baum and John Fricke (authors of Oz)

Testimonials

Just wanted to say thanks Steve. The [motorcycle] Cruise was fantastic and we had a blast! See you next year!" Ed Manning 

Just wanted to say thank you Steve. Our wedding cruise and the ceremony on the island was fantastic! Better then we anticipated!" Gerard & Kristin Ripo 

"ETA came up with a great niche. We are thrilled to be partners with them on their [motorcycle] Cruises and look forward to a long business relationship." Capt. Howard Newhoff - Royal Caribbean Intl.

"We're excited to have some ETA groups with us." Valerie Vanyo/Sales - Holland America Lines

"Thank you ETA and Steve for a great cruise for MDA!" Tony Orlando, Entertainer

"Steve, thank you for everything! Our wedding cruise was the most incredible event we could have ever imagined. Everyone had a fantastic time!" Ashley and Shad Meier, Former Tennessee Titans

"Steve and ETA came through! They never let us down and we can't wait until we cruise again! ETA brought back so many wonderful memories for many of the remaining Munchkins and Oz Fans!" Margaret Pellegrini and Clarence Swenson, Original Munchkins from The Wizard of Oz.

"Steve & I worked as Cruise Directors together many years ago. We have known each other for over 28 years! His commitment to ETA is incredible and we are thrilled to have so many of his groups with us." Ray Rouse, Cruise Director - Cunard's new QM2

"Steve has a way of designing some of the most fantastic theme cruises. We are thrilled to share in some of his groups. Thank you ETA!" Monika Hopkins, District Sales Manager / Royal Caribbean Intl / Celebrity Cruises

"The most unbelievable shows we've ever done! ETA is very professional and runs a smooth operation." Kenny Chesney, Artist - RCA/BNA Records.

"ETA is an aggressive and exciting company. We are thrilled for their success and continued business." Mary Brillinger, DSM, Costa Cruises.

"ETA has taken us all over the world. You're in great hands when ETA designs a group for you." We were very impressed and every promise was fulfilled". Mike Warren & Friends.

"ETA gave us an incredible cruise; allowing us the opportunity to build on client portfolios. Excellent job well done!" Roger Barnett, Summit Financial Group.

GET OUT OF TOWN !         PACK YOUR BAGS ! 

IT'S TIME FOR A CRUISE !

Our Mission

"We've Created Legends for Others... Let ETA Create a Legend for you."

We look forward to working with you and making your cruise event a memorable one!

MEMBER OF

header

 

The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) once fully implemented will require all travelers entering or reentering the United States to be in the possession of a valid passport.

Anticipated Implementation

bulletOctober 1, 2007 - The departments of State and Homeland Security reestablished the valid passport requirements for air travel. Valid passports are required for air travel to / from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda.

U.S. lawful permanent residents will continue to be able to use their Alien Registration Card (Form I-551) issued by the Department of Homeland Security or other valid evidence of permanent residence status to apply for entry to the United States.

bulletAs early as Summer 2008 - A valid passport will be required for all sea and air travel. And subject to U.S. Government amendment, U.S. and Canadian citizens 15 or younger with their parents consent may cross the U.S./Canadian border by land or sea with a certified copy of their birth certificate.

Until that time

Sea Travel Only

bulletFor domestic travel which includes: the Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada, the Caribbean and Mexico, a passport (valid or expired) is highly recommended.
bulletIn the absence of a passport, a birth certificate (original or certified copy), plus laminated picture ID card issued by a federal, state, or local government agency is required. Note: Baptismal papers and hospital certificates of birth (except for new borns) are not acceptable.
bulletFor U.S. Naturalized citizens, in the absence of a passport, Naturalization papers (either original or notarized copy) plus a picture ID card issued by a federal, state, or local government agency is required.
bulletA voter registration card or Social Security Card are not considered to be proof of citizenship.
bulletChildren under 16 years of age do not require a picture ID.

International Travel

bulletA valid passport is required; visas are required where they apply. This includes Europe, Asia, Central and South America.
For additional passport information visit U.S. Department of State. Or if you prefer, contact Passport Express  for applications and assistance

Entertainment & Travel Alternatives, Inc. (ETA) hopes all of this information is both helpful and reassuring to all our guests.

        View our message board                            

Contact Information

Please feel free to either email or call us today for all of your cruise travel needs. Don't "Miss the Boat" - Call ETA today for an experience of a life time!

Telephone
615-356-0702  or  888-711-7447
FAX
615-356-0702
Postal address
505 Jocelyn Hollow Court - Nashville, TN 37205 USA
Electronic mail
General Information: eta@mindspring.com & etatami@comcast.net 
Sales: Contact Tami Newton, Operations Director at etatami@comcast.net 
Customer Support: Contact Tami Newton, Operations Director at etatami@comcast.net 
Webmaster: eta@mindspring.com