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Navy |
| Unit Name: |
USS Julius A. Furer - FFG 6 |
| Date: |
Nov 02, 2009 - Nov 07, 2009 |
| Place: |
At Sea Carnival ship Destiny |
| State: |
OTHER |
| Person to Contact: |
Paul Croteau |
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To all JAF shipmates of all years:
An ad hoc reunion committee consisting of Captain Stark, Gerry (Chopper) Chopp, Chris Martel and myself have been looking into a planned 2nd reunion in 2009 for the crews of the U.S.S. Julius A. Furer (DEG/FFG-6).
Fully realizing that we could not possibly match the splendid planning and execution of the first reunion, we started discussing what we could do that did not require the logistics of the original reunion.
An idea was presented and ? finally ? after much discussion, was agreed to by the committee. A reunion at sea!
Why a cruise? Mostly because once you've paid the cruise fare, it's almost all inclusive. Your hotel is paid, your food is paid, your entertainment is paid. Drinks and shore excursions are extra. We know that the economy is tough right now which is another reason for choosing the cruise for a reunion site. When you see the price below, you'll have to agree that the price is reasonable. And of course, spending time with shipmates is priceless!
For those of you who have cruised before, you'll know of what I speak when I say that being at sea with smiling faces waiting on you hand and foot, comfortable beds, good chow AND NO WATCHES TO STAND is the only way to go.
What we have chosen is a 5-day cruise out of Miami onboard the Carnival ship Destiny. The cruise departs Monday, Nov. 2, 2009 and returns to Miami on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009. There will be port calls in Grand Cayman, and Ocho Rios. To check out the cruise and the many things that are offered, go to http://www.carnival.com/Itinerary.aspx?embkCode=MIA&itinCode=WC1&durDays=5&shipCode=DE&subRegionCode=CW&rateCode=B&sailDate=11/2/2009. There you can check out the staterooms, shore excursions and onboard activities.
You will find options as to your cabins. The inside cabins (just a room, no windows) are the cheapest, with the prices going up from there. You are free to choose the accommodations which best meet your needs and budget.
There will be a formal night on the second night out. It's suits, tuxedos or military uniforms for men, coordinated pantsuits, cocktail dresses, evening gowns or military uniforms for women. Don't let that put you off, if you don't care to dress up for dinner, there are other restaurants on the ship for more casual dining or, you can get room service 24-7.
Also, PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED.
You'll notice that I've sent this email to as many shipmates as I have email addresses for. PLEASE, LOOK AT THE ADDRESS LIST. If you know of anyone who did not get a copy. Forward it along. If you have any doubts as to whether or not a shipmate ? from any year ? got this, PLEASE FORWARD! Also, if you know of anyone without email (STCS Linville comes to mind), print this and send it out via regular mail to them.
Oh, yes, if you got this twice, forgive me. I'm a belt and suspenders kind of guy, I like to make sure that everyone gets this. Chris Martel will also be sending this out ensuring the widest possible net is being thrown.
We will be working through and with Robbie Robinson, a retired USN/USCG chief who specializes in reunion cruises. He has answers to all of your questions. I'm sure he can arrange air/cruise packages as well as round-trip transfers to/from the airport. At the end of this email is some information he has already provided and other details.
He has cautioned us as to the high prices of hotels in the Miami area, so if at all possible, you may wish to fly in on the day of departure and out the day of return.
He has told me that he can arrange a space for us to meet as a group at least once and that our dining tables would be assigned in close proximity to one another so we can share meals as a group.
The four committee members have made the commitment and set aside the time to attend. I have, in fact, already sent in my down payment. We hope that as many as possible will join us. Captain Stark has expressed the hope to see a minimum of 42 couples to match the 42nd anniversary of the ship's commissioning. Personally, I hope for more.
We'd like to see all who attended the first reunion, plus of course, those who couldn't make it that time. You have almost a year to plan and save. Please give all serious thought to attending.
USS JULIUS A. FURER (DEG/FFG-6) REUNION
November 2nd, 2009 - Carnival Destiny - Miami, FL
???? We would like to extend an invitation to all former USS Julius A.
Furer (DEG/FFG-6) crewmembers as well as their friends and families, to
participate in a relaxing and unique five night reunion at sea aboard the
four-star, 101,353 ton superliner, Carnival Destiny.
???? The Destiny will get underway from her homeport of Miami, Florida on
Monday, November 2nd, 2009 and will be make port calls in Ocho Rios,
Jamaica and Georgetown, Grand Cayman Island. PASSPORTS WILL BE REQUIRED
by all to participate in this event. If you do not have one, get your
application in now as it does take some time to obtain. You may apply at
your local post office.
???? This is an all-inclusive cruise event with all onboard meals,
accommodations and entertainment as well as room service (24/7) being
included in the price. We will have a "Meet and Greet" meeting on the
morning after we get underway to re-introduce ourselves. There will
also be a business meeting on the last day out in order to elect new
officers, etc.
???? The entire group will, of course, be seated together at a special
group of tables in the main dining room each evening. If you have a
particular couple or party that you would like to be seated with, please
notify us of this WHEN YOU BOOK in order for us to cross-reference your
bookings. We are also happy to provide cakes for those celebrating
birthdays and anniversaries as long as you let us know at least a month
before sailing. This is a free service that we offer.
???? YOUR CRUISE FARE, (double occupancy) ALL PORT CHARGES, FUEL SURCHARGES
and ALL TAXES ARE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE. There are no
additional costs other than optional and personal items such as tips,
alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, insurance and if you choose, your
casino contributions.
???? The following are TOTAL prices, per COUPLE, (NOT PER PERSON),
based on double occupancy:
???? Cat 8B Balcony Cabin:
????????? $1330.50 TOTAL per COUPLE
???? Cat 6B Oceanview (Picture Window) Cabin
????????? $1130.50 TOTAL per COUPLE
???? Cat 4B Inside (No Window) Cabin
????????? $ 930.50 TOTAL per COUPLE
???? These prices DO NOT INCLUDE AIRFARE. Even though we do have the
capability to book airfare, it's very simple. You can get a better
deal by booking directly though the airline or using an internet air
service such as cheapair.com. Trip cancellation and interruption
insurance is also available to all U.S. citizens. Further
information will be included in your confirmation e-mail or you may
call Travel Guard, toll free, at (866) 363-8188 for clarification.
? ???There is a completely refundable $50.00 PER PERSON FIRST
DEPOSIT DUE NO LATER THAN December 30th, 2008 in order to reserve
your stateroom and lock in the above rates. You will then receive an
e-mail confirmation, or U.S. Mail confirmation if you don't have a
computer. Your actual cabin number will be assigned upon making your
SECOND DEPOSIT of $150.00 PER PERSON by July 1st, 2009, or
earlier if you choose. YOU WILL THEN HAVE UNTIL September 1st, 2009
TO MAKE YOUR FINAL PAYMENT. Your first deposit must be made on a
debit or credit card for ease in securing your cabin. Cards, checks
or money orders are all acceptable for any or all of the remaining
payments once the first deposit is made. Also, you will be sent
invoices and reminders periodically so that you don't have to
remember payment dates.
???? In the event that you must cancel, all money paid including
the insurance if you choose to take it, will be refunded 100 percent,
directly back to the credit card that was used for payment, WITH
ABSOLUTELY NO PENALTY, as long as you do so before midnight on
September 1st, 2009 which is also the final payment date.
For reservations call Robbie or Barb toll free at (866) 965-6730.
Once again, multiple references are available at any time.
Fair Winds and Following Seas,

RMC & Mrs. Robbie Robinson, USN/USCG (Ret) 1964-1986
www.cruisesinc.com/brobinson
Toll free: (866) 965-6730
Local:???? (912) 756-5764

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