13th Annual Travel Show

Morris Murdock Travel is going to host our 13th Annual Travel Show January 30-31 at the South Town Expo Center in Sandy, Utah.

“We are so excited to host the travel show again,” said Becky Potts, the President of Morris Murdock. “For the past fifty years we have been the leader in business, leisure, luxury, escorted tour, and meetings and incentives travel. Through our success we have developed associations with some of the top names in the industry and now they are returning to Utah to offer visitors to our show incredible discounts and special offers.”

Did you catch that? Incredible discounts and special offers. Ok, I'm in!

“The show is an especially great opportunity for travelers looking to save a bit of money this year,” Becky continued. “Given these economic times, travelers are getting more careful with their money. They want to get the best value possible, but also feel assured that they are getting the vacation of their dreams. With all the knowledgeable travel specialists that will be on hand at the show to answer questions and assist travelers in finding the best rates available, visitors to the show can get the vacation they’ve always dreamed of in an affordable and worry-free way.”

So at the show itself we'll have over 60 international travel-related companies such as Princess Cruises, Holland America, Funjet Vacation, Trafalgar Tours, and Royal Caribbean will be on hand to offer you these exclusive rates and to inform the public (i.e. anyone looking for some huge vacation savings) about unique travel opportunities.

Visitors to the show will enjoy free destination and product seminars by industry experts, hourly prize giveaways, exclusive vacation deals, and live entertainment provided by Disney Street Dancers, a Mariachi band, Polynesian performing groups, the musical troupe On Stage Alaska, and special travel presentations on the main stage. Special appearances are planned by local personalities including former television anchor Dick Nourse and the Utah Jazz Bear.

“This show is the only one like it in Utah,” said Vanessa Christensen, our show coordinator. “Visitors can come and take advantage of vacation packages and prices that aren’t available anywhere else. They can also enjoy the free seminars, live entertainment, and have the opportunity to win big in our prize giveaways.”

Admission to the show is $5 for adults, $4 for Seniors 55 years and older, and under 17 are free. Show times are Friday January 30th from 3:00pm-8:00pm and Saturday January 31st from 10:00am-4:00pm.

Just FYI, our 2008 show was attended by over three thousand visitors and generated more than $1.6-million in sales over a two day period. The sales were THAT good.

So as you look over your 2009 vacation day schedule and wonder how to finally take that vacation you've been dreaming about, come stop by our travel show and we'll help you make it happen. Isn't it time you got out to see the world up close?

UTAH RUNNIN' UTES BOWL BOUND

We did it! 12-0 and the Mt West Conference Champs and now we are off to a bowl game! What one we don't know yet either but we will be ready when the announcement is made on SUNDAY, DEC 7TH

Please call us at 801-483-6363 or 800-809-9910 to hold your space now. If you name is on the list you are guarenteed a spot on our package. We are NOT requiring a deposit to put your name on our list.

Our Packages will include:

-Round trip air from Salt Lake City

-optional

-3 nights hotel

-Game and Tailgate tickets-optional

-Land transfers to and from game and airport of air is included in your package

-Hospitality desk during tourand MORE!!
Call today to hold you seat!

TRAVEL DESTINATION WINNER

THE WINNER IS.....................................HAWAII AND EUROPE
On our travel survey of which destination you would like more
information and travel tips on.
In the next month we will be focusing on these two areas.
If you have any questions please advise and we would be happy
to answer them for you. All travel tips are from the agents at the Morris Murdock office.

HAWAII TRAVEL TIPS-

1-Take your own person snorkel you will save time and money-Jim Huber
2-On the big island go to the Sheraton hotel in the evening they shine
lights into the ocean and you can watch the Mantarays swim-Ashley Wallace
3-On the North shore of Oahu in the town of Hale'iwa get some shaved ice
it is a local delicacy and they have a rainbow of refreshing flavors-Joyce Goodwill

EUROPE TRAVEL TIPS-

1-If you want to go to Europe but feel uncertain do a cruise or a tour
then you will have someone to help you along the way and in the long
run you will save money-Amber Lee Johanson
2-Greece and Turkey have more christian history than you would
ever imagine-Lynda Rowley
3-Costa del sol in Spain is a delightful place to spend a seaside holiday-Kale Rasi-Koskinen

Mystery on the the Carnival pride

Do you like to find hidden clues?

Do you like to solve puzzles?

Do you like murder mysteries?

We have the perfect thing for you. Morris Murdock travel in partnership

with Hunt Murder Mysteries will have a murder at sea.

You can be part of the show or put your detective skills to use and solve a murder.

Either way it will be a killer of a good time.

When? 15th March 2009

Where? Carnival Pride

How? Call one of the leisure agents at the SLC leisure office.

FAVORITE TRAVEL DESTINATION

The agents of the SLC leisure office want to know what travel destination you have visited that you like the most or what place you would like to visit next. Please take our poll. The winning location will be talked about next month. We will include travel tips and information from the many knowledgable agents at the SLC leisure office.

120th Annual Rose Parade Jan 1st 2009

The 120th Rose parade themed Hats Off To Entertainment, will take place on Thursday, January 1, 2009 at 8:00 a.m. (PST) featuring spirited marching bands from throughout the nation, majestic floral floats, and high-stepping equestrian units.

Come and join Morris Murdock Travel on an exclusive tour to the Rose Parade filled with unforgettable experiences! You'll be dazzled by the sights and sounds of the 120th Tournament of Roses Parade. Our exciting tour includes a performance of The Glory of Christmas at the Crystal Cathedral, admission to Aquarium of the Pacific, a visit to the Reagan Library and much more. Plan to ring in the New Year in Sunny California!

Tour Details:
Dates: Dec 29, ‘08 – Jan 02, ‘09
Duration: 5 days
From: $1199 pp/dbl occupancy
$1399 pp/single
Round-trip air from Salt Lake City Included
Call for pricing from your City!

Includes:
• Roundtrip air from Salt Lake City
• 4 nights hotel accommodations at The Hampton Inn
• Reserved grandstand seating at the Rose Parade
• Performance of The Glory of Christmas at the Crystal Cathedral
• Post-parade float viewing excursion
• Dinner and show at Medieval Times
• Tour of Huntington Estate & Botanical Gardens
• Admission to Ronald Reagan Library & Museum
• Meals as listed in itinerary
• Admission to the Aquarium of the Pacific

INTERESTED IN TRAVELING TO BRAZIL

Hi there!
My name is Tobias Griffith and I work with Morris Murdock Travel in Salt Lake City, UT. I specialize in planning vacations all over the world but have a unique interest in Brazil. In the late 90's I spent over 2 years traveling throughout the country of Brazil and am very familiar with many different areas of the country.

Here are some of the most popular things you can do in Brazil:

Visit just about anywhere in the country during Carnaval!



See the wonderful sites of Rio de Janeiro!



Explore the lush, tropical, Amazon rain forest by staying in Manaus and then moving to an Eco Lodge or even a "floating" hotel barge down the Amazon River.



Or visit the breathtaking Iguaçu Falls in southern Brazil on the Paraguay and Argentina border!



Or take care of it all in just one trip with a Brazil Air Pass by TAM Airlines!



Please feel free to contact me at any time with any questions or to book your next trip to Brazil. I look forward to hearing from you.

Tobias Griffith
Morris Murdock Travel
801-483-6329
tgriffith@morrismurdock.com