Fans of the Fab Four, check this out! The 2012 Beatles Tribute Cruise departs on February 4^th, coinciding with the 48^th anniversary of the Beatles first U.S. television appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show in 1964. Cabins are going fast! The cruise will feature Beatles bands, friends and historians. Here are some of the details:

Beatles Tribute Cruise 2012 will be sailing from Ft Lauderdale on February 4, 2012 aboard the world’s largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean’s OASIS of the SEAS for seven nights featuring exciting ports of call, Falmouth; Jamaica; Cozumel, Mexico and the exotic private island of Labadee. This FABulous cruise coincides with the 48^th Anniversary of the Beatles first U.S. Television appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show and Super Bowl XLVI and will celebrate the band with an all-star cast of entertainers and musicians.

Beatles Tribute Cruise 2012 Entertainment:

Laurence “L J” Juber: a two-time Grammy award-winning finger-style acoustic guitarist, also known for his electric work as lead guitarist in Paul McCartney’s Wings. Juber has released 16 critically acclaimed solo albums which feature his celebrated arrangements of popular tunes and genre-crossing compositions.  Guests will enjoy L J’s acoustic guitar concerts from the ship’s intimate stages; he will offer private guitar lessons and a Beatles Guitar Workshop.

Revolution- The Beatles Tribute as a long time headliner on Royal Caribbean Revolution brings the music, mannerisms, sounds and authentic Beatle instruments to its fantastic act. Returning Beatles Tribute Cruisers are asked to dress up in their best 60’s style gear when the band plays for a “Beatles DANCE Party” for the special BTC group. According to Greg Piper the leader of Revolution, “We’ve been headliner entertainers for Royal Caribbean for over 10 years – we highly recommend the Oasis – the best cruise ship on the seas.”

Tim Piper: Revolution’s John Lennon created the critically acclaimed “Just Imagine” Lennon solo show about six years ago. This show has played to sold out audiences all over the country and Tim has something extraordinary planned especially for this cruise.

Mark Hudson: an incredibly talented singer, songwriter and Ringo Starr’s former producer. The artist Mark Hudson’s talent, humor and style are readily apparent upon meeting him. As a veteran headliner for the Fest for Beatles Fans, Mark delivers his unique one-man rock band and comedy show to the Beatles Tribute Cruise for several key appearances. Mark will also be offering private songwriting lessons!

Tony Bramwell, Beatle bud and childhood friend of John, Paul, George and Ringo returns to share stories of the Beatles from  before they were big stars and from inside the board room of Apple Corp. Tony was a huge hit on last year’s Beatles Tribute Cruise and he will introduce his latest masterpiece.

Joe Johnson, the host and creator of the nationally syndicated radio show Beatle Brunch, returns as emcee. Joe will entertain with Beatles trivia contests, prize giveaways and a special presentation of the Ed Sullivan Show that aired on February 9, 1964. All the entertainers will be invited to join in to share their special memories of that historic moment in music history.

For more information and reservations visit http://www.BeatlesTributeCruise.com.

The readers of Condé Nast Traveler recently heralded Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades as a winning combination, placing three area properties in the 2010 Top 100 Reader’s Choice for Mainland U.S. Resorts.

Condé Nast Traveler readers voted Longboat Key, Florida, as the No. 2 island in all of North America, for its blend of wild, natural beauty and manicured elegance. Visit Florida reports.

A Zen parable says: “When a fish swims, it swims on and on and there is no end to the water. When a bird flies, it flies on and on and there is no end to the sky.” Here on this ancient island, one enters into a Blue Zone.

On Bradenton Beach at Anna Maria Island, this is a segment of the “Gulf Beaches Story”. Watch the entire video of Bradenton Beach at videoofannamariaisland.com with host Lisa Codianne Fowler; produced by Charles Robert Neuf.

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History and Travel on Anna Maria Island, Florida, narrated by Lisa Codianne Fowler. “Video of Anna Maria Island.com” is a Rich Media site exploring the old and the new on Anna Maria Island. The video is produced by Charles Robert Neuf and is part of the Gulf Beaches Story. Check it out at videoofannamariaisland.com

There are no less than seven mirrors gracing the walls of my tiny home. Not due to vanity, but rather, insecurity – and – to create the illusion of space. Eagle Island Lodge has but one mirror. The expansive structure certainly holds its own stripped of illusions. It’s the real deal.

Gracious greens, softly undulating fairways, tranquil waters… it’s no secret that Sarasota’s resorts boast some of the lushest links in the country. Longboat Key Club and Resort, The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota and The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort offer gorgeous championship courses that challenge golfers from novice to pro.

Puerto Rico is a hotspot for music lovers, thanks to its diverse musical and dance traditions. An excellent place to sample five important aspects in one night is at the Le Lo Lei Festival, a weekly performance, sponsored by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company. This VIDEO highlights the impressive performance that takes place very Tuesday night, when the Guamanique dance company takes to the stage at the Castillo San Cristobal, a colonial era fort that dates to 1783. For the price of a $3 admission to this historic site, you get a lively show in a beautiful location.