The following is an email from GNL Travel
(Posted 2-27-02)

GNL TRAVEL NEWS
March 2002

WEBSITE NEWS
For those of you who have tried to locate us on the web lately, we apologize. Our host had some severe problems and we had to get a new one. In the process, we have also changed our address. The new site address is www.gnltravel.net.  It is up and running and George is making changes as I write this. If you have any ideas on how to make the site better, please do not hesitate to write us at info@gnltravel.net.  Our whole concept for the site is to provide information that you our clients want, so this is really your site and we need your input as to what you want.

RSVP
RSVP has just announced the dates for their Club RSVP in Cancun for 2002. They have chosen to return to Club Med Cancun, November 9-16, again for many reasons - incredible beaches, excellent food, easy and affordable air, a myriad of excursion options and on of the best array of physical activity options in North America. This year the price starts at $799 that is $100 less than last year. If you are thinking of Club RSVP as a great fall getaway then please contact us early. These are very popular and space goes quickly.
For more information or if you would like one of the new RSVP brochures when they are available in late March, just let us know.

GAY GAMES
Just a quick update on the Gay Games to be held in Sydney Australia this coming November. As of  Feb 25, there were 7,987 athletes registered for the games. Hotel space is rapidly becoming a real source of concern due the fact that there will be over 250,000 people in attendance. At this time we have 23 athletes from Team OK-USA and 15 supporters scheduled to go from Oklahoma. We are currently holding space for a total of 40 people. That means we only have room for 13 more people. So if you are wanting to travel with the Oklahoma delegation, please contact us soon.
We will be leaving on October 29 and are returning November 10th. Due to the time changes and the international dateline, that is a total of 11 days in Sydney. This new departure date allows us to spend Halloween in Sydney.

NEW ORLEANS CRUISE
GNL is proud to announce that we are offering a "gay friendly" cruise on board Carnival Cruise Lines ship the Inspiration. It will be leaving the port of New Orleans on September 9th for seven days. We will visit Montego Bay, Grand Cayman, Playa Del Carmen and Cozumel returning to New Orleans. The total price for this cruise is only $785 per person; this includes all port charges and taxes.
Carnival is one of the most gay friendly cruise lines in the industry and has offered this rate to GNL as an introduction to their New Orleans departures. We currently have space for 40 guests but as the group grows we do have options on additional space. The deposit for this cruise is only $100! For more information call us soon.

PLAN AHEAD
Due to the huge changes in the Travel Industry since September 11, the need to book early is more important than ever. With several tour companies, cruise lines and others closing their doors and company mergers within the industry, along with the recent surge in people traveling again, the demand at this time is growing. Many of the gay and lesbian offerings have become come more exciting and better values. While the rest of the industry was declining, the GLBT travel industry stayed the course and held true, making others realize that we are a strong community who have learned to hold our heads high and continue forward in the face of all challenges. This desire to travel has given the community more and better opportunities to be recognized as a valued client. Plan ahead, get your information, and book early for the best buys. Many of the "bargain" travel deals are still there but fading fast. As more people start traveling the prices go up and the space gets limited. So book early!

THANKS
During the last three months, George and I have had serious discussions on whether to add one more agency to the long list of agencies that have closed. However, due to the continued support of our gay and lesbian clients, we feel that we owe it to you to stay here. Without your continued support there would be no gay and lesbian exclusive agency in the area. So please accept our thanks,

Steve And George
GNL Travel and Tours