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 ETA 11th ANNUAL BLUEGRASS CRUISE '09™ 

(don't be confused by others... this is still the original bluegrass music cruise - 11 years in a row!)

 5th ANNUAL ETA BANJO/GUITAR WORKSHOP CRUISE™ 

 LIBERTY OF THE SEAS 

 FEBRUARY 21 - 28, 2009 

Freedom of the Seas   Royal Caribbean International  

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Get ready for the most incredible Bluegrass Music Event ever seen on the High Seas!

 WELCOME BACK!

Join us as we celebrate our 11th Anniversary with fantastic events planned just for you! Be      part of this Grand Celebration as we do what no other companies try to do... bringing you the  GREATEST BLUEGRASS MUSIC ON THE HIGH SEAS!

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 PERFORMANCES BY!

 Award-Winning Artists & Musicians

CHERRYHOLMES BLUEGRASS - THE REAL DEAL!  

AND OTHERS!

THE ETA GRAND FINALE SUPER MUSICIANS SCRAMBLE!

Probably one of the best events we've ever had! If you thought this years Super Jam was great, wait until 2009! Get to hear ALL of our Performers on one stage as they take turns jamming with each other!

THE ETA TALENT SHOW!

Once again, ETA will hold their wonderful talent show for our guests to participate in. We had some great players and singers and we look forward to having many more in 2009!

Our NEW & EXCITING WORKSHOPS will be taught by some of the best instructors under the guidance of Ross Nickerson/BanjoTeacher.com. We are thrilled to announce that our famous Banjo/Guitar Workshop Cruise will be joining us for their 5th Annual Cruise Event! These workshops are available to all ETA Guests by registering directly with banjoteacher.com. To get further information on these workshops, please contact www.banjoteacher.com directly for registration.

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We are thrilled to announce that we will be doing tapings again throughout the week. If you still would like to order your High Definition Double DVD Set of our 2008 cruise, contact ETA

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ETA is thrilled to announce that Steve Chandler will be handling our sound! Steve has worked with some of the best in Bluegrass both through live shows and the studio.

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MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS TODAY!

  STATEROOM DESIGN

RATES pp

N Inside Stateroom with lower beds/queen, television, mini bar  $1278.64
PR Inside Promenade View Stateroom with lower beds/queen, television, mini bar   $1333.64
I Ocean-view Stateroom with lower beds / queen, television, mini bar   $1513.64
H Ocean-view Stateroom with lower beds / queen, television, mini bar   $1543.64
E1 Deluxe Ocean-view Stateroom with lower beds / queen, television, mini bar, Private Balcony  $1703.64
D2 Superior Ocean-view Stateroom with lower beds / queen, television, mini bar, Private Balcony $1743.64
JS Junior Suite with lower beds / queen, television, mini bar, Private Balcony            $2363.64
GS Grand Suite with king bed, television, stereo system, separate living/dining room, mini bar, hot-tub, butler service, Private Balcony $2963.64
  3rd / 4th per person in any category $1113.64

Pricing are based per person, double occupancy, USC and includes all port charges, taxes and fees and full access to all Bluegrass Shows & Events. Single Occ is 180% of cruise fare/Inside, Ocean-view & Balcony. Single Occ is 180% of cruise fare for all Suites. Airfare available from most gateway cities. Cancellation Insurance Suggested & Available. Deposit: $300 per person due at time of initial booking. Balance due 75 days prior to cruise.

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Your ETA Staff Welcomes You!

OVER 60 YRS OF COMBINED CRUISING EXPERIENCE!

Liberty of the Seas

What to Expect!

Bluegrass Pre-Registration and Pier Check-in Inside Promenade filled with many exciting shops, strolling shows, quaint bars & fabulous eateries. It's fantastic!
ETA Welcome Aboard open-bar Cocktail Reception! Flow Rider! Go surfing on the ship!
Early Dining for entire Bluegrass Group (6:30pm) Famous Chops & Portofino's   Two of the finest Alternative Restaurants on the seas!
Early Evening Bluegrass Shows! The Largest Ice Skating Rink at Sea!   You can enjoy 2 weekly shows!
Free Commemorative Bluegrass T-Shirt for all ETA Guests! Rock Climbing - In-Line Skating - 9-hole Golf Course - Basketball - 3-level Health Club/Spa - Full Casino - And More!
Artist's Merchandise available during the cruise!  Superb Cuisine Fantastic Staff - 24 hour Room Service

Personalized Service

Enjoy a meal at famous Johnny Rockets™

Workshops taught by the best instructors with Ross Nickerson, banjoteacher.com

Bars & Lounges throughout the entire Ship!

Don't "Miss the Boat" in 2009!

We can go on & on but YOU need to come and 'sea' for yourself!

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  FANTASTIC WESTERN ITINERARY  

MIAMI - AT SEA - LABADEE (PRIVATE ISLAND) - MONTEGO BAY 

GRAND CAYMAN - COZUMEL - AT SEA - MIAMI

Caribbean

THE ANNUAL ETA BLUEGRASS BEACH SHOW WILL TAKE PLACE AGAIN!

Includes: Round-trip ground transportation from the port to RESORT - Sightseeing along the way - Fantastic Lunch Buffet - Open Bar Rum Punch - Soft Drinks - Bluegrass Music - Beautiful Beach - And So Much More!

This is a full day of fun in the sun and great Bluegrass Music! You can relax on the beach, try some parasailing, shop, walk the beach, and so much more! Wait until you see this place!!!

You can purchase your tickets during the ETA Welcome Aboard Cocktail Party on the first night and up until the day before we arrive in PORT! You will receive your VIP Wristband on day of event. Tickets are cash only and paid directly to ETA aboard the ship.

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COMPARE THE DIFFERENCE!

ETA BLUEGRASS BEACH EXCURSION

$tba per person

ROYAL CARIBBEAN ISLAND SENSATION

$tba per person/Adult     $tbaper person/Child

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Any travel company that tells you that you can attend the Bluegrass Shows/Events even if you book through them is WRONG! If you booked your cruise through another travel company you will not be allowed access for any Bluegrass Shows and Events! In order to participate in all the Bluegrass Functions, ALL reservations must be made through the exclusive Travel Company of ETA, Inc. No exceptions! Thank you. 

BANJO/GUITAR WORKSHOP REGISTRATION INFORMATION  

In order to participate in any workshops or classes, you must contact BanjoTeacher.com direct for all workshop reservations at www.banjoteacher.com.

CONTACT WWW.BANJOTEACHER.COM FOR SPECIAL EARLY PRICING TODAY AT  866-322-6567

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888-711-7447  or  615-356-0702         

watch for our interview on www.iBluegrass.com 

CALL ETA TODAY 888-711-7447!

PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENTS:

ROYAL CARIBBEAN REQUIRES THAT ALL GUESTS MUST HAVE IN THEIR POSSESSION WHEN BOARDING A VALID PASSPORT FOR 2009. FAILURE TO HAVE THIS MAY STOP YOU FROM BOARDING THE SHIP. 

DON'T "MISS THE BOAT" IN 2009! -  CALL ETA TODAY!

 888-711-7447  or  615-356-0702

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:   Any travel company that tells you that you can attend the Bluegrass Shows/Events even if you book through them is WRONG! If you booked your cruise through another travel company you will not be allowed access for any Bluegrass Shows and Events! In order to participate in all the Bluegrass Functions, ALL reservations must be made through the exclusive Travel Company of ETA, Inc.

'Sea' You On Board!

  

 

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ETA & Royal Caribbean Intl.  are not responsible for any artists cancellation. Substitutions may apply.

ETA wishes to thank our wonderful Sponsors for 2008 and welcome them in 2009!

   


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