The DePrez Group of Travel Companies

05/29/2026

The recent visit of the American Patriot to Rochester and Buffalo generated plenty of discussion online. Many people asked why anyone would cruise the Great Lakes. The answer may surprise you. Great Lakes cruising offers a completely different experience than traditional ocean cruises, and its popularity continues to grow every year. Read more below and discover why travelers from around the world are choosing to explore our own backyard by ship. 🚢🌊

05/21/2026

Our cruise division, Just Cruises, Inc. has been offering a Bills & Dolphins Fans Cruise for 32 years and they just announced the details for this season’s trip. This group sells out every year so call or email us early to reserve your spot.

Looking for the ultimate Bills Mafia getaway? Come be part of one of the most fun and longest-running Bills fan trips around. Reservations are now open!

33rd Annual Bills & Dolphins Group January 1 – January 8, 2027.

The trip begins January 1 with flights from Rochester, NY to Ft Lauderdale and this year we’ve expanded the hotel stay to 3 nights at Embassy Suites on 17th Street so everyone has even more time to enjoy the massive Bills Mafia takeover all weekend long before the big game.

The main event is Bills vs Dolphins on Sunday, January 3 — an unforgettable experience surrounded by thousands of fellow Bills fans bringing the energy to South Florida! Tickets are included for upper end zone seating.

And as always… WIN OR LOSE, WE CRUISE! 🚢

On Monday, January 4, we board Celebrity Reflection for an amazing 4-night cruise getaway with stops in:

🏝 Key West – famous for its island atmosphere, waterfront bars, live music, and tropical charm.

🏝 Bimini, Bahamas – featuring crystal-clear turquoise water, beautiful beaches, and the perfect relaxing island escape.

Our home for the cruise is the beautiful Celebrity Reflection! During time onboard, you’ll enjoy incredible dining, nightlife, entertainment, pools, and relaxing ocean views throughout the ship.

Even better, your cruise package includes a veranda stateroom with the Classic Beverage Package and onboard WiFi, making it easy to enjoy your favorite drinks, stay connected and fully enjoy the experience from the moment we set sail.

Whether you’ve traveled with us before or you’re thinking about joining for the first time, this trip is all about football, fun, friendship, sunshine, tailgates, cruising and making memories with an incredible group of Bills fans year after year.

Spots are limited and this trip fills quickly every season.

Don’t miss the boat! Contact me to be part of our 33rd group!

Veranda stateroom: $2,999 per person based on double occupancy.

Package includes:

ROC roundtrip flights: January 1-8, 2027.

3-night hotel stay with daily breakfast and hotel cocktail reception nightly.

Game ticket in upper end zone.

4-night cruise with classic beverage package, WiFi package and meals.

Transfers from airport to hotel, game day, hotel to pier, pier to airport.

Taxes and port fees.

$650 air allowance for those not flying with the ROC group. The arrival transfer from airport to hotel is not included if flying independently but the other transfers are included with the group.

Travel Insurance is not included and highly recommended. You may compare the Travelex Ultimate and Travelex Advantage plans by clicking the following link and entering your destination to begin. Once you decide to purchase, you may do so through this same link. Pre-existing conditions are only covered with the Travel Ultimate policy if purchased within 21 days of your initial trip deposit. For questions regarding Covid-19, other restrictions or your specific circumstances, please contact Travelex at 800—228-9792.

https://www.travelexinsurance.com/?location=32-1578&go=bp

Cancellation Schedule:
Cancellations after booking: $500 per person
Cancellations after June 30: 50% penalty
Cancellations after July 30 : 75% penalty
Cancellation after Aug. 25 : 100% penalty


*Rates are per person, based on double occupancy. Reservations for solo travelers or rooms with 3rd or 4th guests may be available upon request. Reservations are subject to availability and not guaranteed until deposit is received. A $500 per person non-refundable deposit is required. The deposit may be applied to a credit card with the final payment due by cash or check only. The final payment is due no later than August 25, 2026.

Call 585-461-BOAT(2628) Ext. 218 or
email [email protected]

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04/01/2026

Great timing to share this—especially as NASA prepares for the launch of Artemis II, marking a historic return to the Moon.

We’ve always believed the future of travel is about going further… and now we’re ready to take that to the next level.

Deprez Travel Partners is currently exploring, along with Galactic Experiences by Deprez, plans to expand with a new “satellite” office location, positioned just beyond Earth. This initiative represents the next evolution of our brand as we continue pushing boundaries in global, and soon, interstellar travel.

As part of this forward momentum, Just Cruises Inc. is evaluating a potential rebrand to Just Space Cruises Inc., aligning with early-stage developments across the cruise industry. Several major cruise lines are rumored to be investing heavily in space-faring vessels.

While nothing has been formally announced, we’ve heard whispers of concept ships already in development, including a name that recently “leaked” from Royal Caribbean:

Galaxy of the Sea of Tranquility

Early insights suggest these future voyages may include:
• Extended orbit stays with uninterrupted celestial views
• Docking experiences redefining what a “port of call” means
• A new era of all-inclusive travel—truly without limits

Of course, there are still a few minor logistics to sort out (gravity, propulsion, snacks), but innovation has always driven this industry forward—and we intend to lead from the front.

Deprez Travel Partners is proud to continue evolving, bringing clients not just around the world… but beyond it.

Stay tuned. The countdown may be closer than you think.

03/03/2026

Craig Curran is a member of the 2026 A-List—Travel + Leisure’s directory of the world’s best travel advisors. He specializes in trips to space.

01/15/2026

GROUP ALMOST SOLD OUT

ESCORTED CRUISE
London, Spain and Portugal
September 6 thru September 18, 2026
2 Nights in London & Royal Caribbean Liberty

Your journey begins with two nights in London, one of the world's most dynamic and historic cities! From Buckingham Palace and the Changing of the Guard, to the Tower of London, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament, you'll see the iconic sights that make London so extraordinary.

You'll enjoy your stay at the elegant DoubleTree by Hilton London - Hyde Park, perfectly located near Kensington Gardens and just steps from Notting Hill and Hyde Park, the ideal home base for sightseeing, shopping, and soaking in the city's charm.

After our time in London, we'll travel to Southampton to board the beautiful Royal Caribbean Liberty of the Seas, a ship that blends relaxation & adventure.

Experience Broadway-style entertainment, gourmet dining, multiple pools and hot tubs, a Flow Rider surf simulator, a rock climbing wall, and a world-class spa and fitness center. Whether you're catching a show, lounging on deck, or dining under the stars, every moment aboard Liberty of the Seas is designed for unforgettable memories.

Your Enchanting Ports of Call:

Vigo, Spain - Explore charming Old Town streets and taste Galicia's renowned seafood.

Lisbon, Portugal - Ride a vintage tram, visit Belem Tower, and enjoy the city's colorful hillsides.

Seville (Cadiz), Spain - Experience the essence of Andalusia with tapas, flamenco, and Moorish architecture.

La Coruna, Spain - Visit the ancient Tower of Hercules and stroll along scenic seaside promenades.

Bilbao, Spain - Discover the famous Guggenheim Museum and savor Basque cuisine in the vibrant old town.

What's Included:
Roundtrip flights from Rochester, NY.
2-night stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton London - Hyde Park with breakfast included.

Escorted group travel with a travel professional from start to finish.
Cruise aboard Liberty of the Seas with meals, entertainment and activities.

All port taxes, transfers and many extras included!
$3799 Per Person - Interior stateroom
$3999 Per Person - Oceanview stateroom
$4499 Per Person - Balcony stateroom

Travel Insurance is not included and highly recommended. You may compare the Travelex Ultimate and Travelex Advantage plans by clicking the following link and entering your destination to begin. Once you decide to purchase, you may do so through this same link. Pre-existing conditions are only covered with the Travel Ultimate policy if purchased within 21 days of your initial trip deposit. For questions regarding Covid-19, other restrictions or your specific circumstances, please contact Travelex at 800-228-9792.

https://www.travelexinsurance.com/?location=32-1578&go=bp

Group space is very limited. Call now to reserve your space.

*Rates are per person, based on double occupancy. A non-refundable deposit of $250 per person is due at time of booking. Full payment due May 9, 2026.

Call 585-461-BOAT(2628) Ext. 218 or email [email protected]

01/14/2026

🚨 Big Trip Alert! 🚨

John is gearing up this WEEKEND to announce his late August, Canadian Rockies Group Trip, and if past trips are any indication, this one will sell out fast.

👉 Be sure to follow DePrez Travel Partners and Just Cruises, Inc. on social media.

We’ll be sharing John’s official announcement as soon as registration details are released.

🔔 Turn on post notifications so you don’t miss it—the best opportunities go to those who see it first!

Stay tuned… this is one you won’t want to miss!

01/06/2026

The Road to 700,000–THANK YOU: Sometime between last night and this morning, I passed the 700,000 follower mark here on my page. I wanted to say a big THANK YOU for the courtesy of your follow. Facebook tells me I’ve picked up about 12,000 of you in the last month. For those relatively new to my page, here’s a bit of the back story.

The top image, as fate would have it, is from 10 years ago today. It was my very last game covering the Buffalo Bills after a 30 year TV sports anchoring career—mostly based out of Rochester, NY. I was lucky enough to pretty much cover every Bills home and away game for nearly half my life. Tomorrow the Bills will play their last ever game there at old Rich Stadium before moving across the road to their new home in Orchard Park. Sports was my dream job since I was a kid growing up near Binghamton in tiny Hawleyton, NY. Covering the NFL led me to broader assignments—I covered 19 Super Bowl games, including many for stations across America—did other major events, too, as I took on some corporate roles assisting stations in our ownership group. A funny thing happened along the way. I became interested in photography a bit, often bringing a cheap camera with me to these games/events—snapping shots of anything other than the action I was there to cover. And I got into it. At the same time I was starting to see the shift in content consumption—folks were accessing information and entertainment in different ways. The legacy platforms were shedding viewers, listeners and readers—I wanted in when it came to social media.

I decided I wanted to leave sports and focus on digital content creation. And that’s where I am today. I started this page in July of 2016, applying the same work ethic that served me quite well in those sports days. I was known to arrive to work two hours early every day—I was all in. So when I switched my career trajectory, it was a major pivot and quite a risk. I went from a full-time TV job, to part-time for a few years before leaving altogether—all the while raising two daughters (Natalie and Caroline) with my wonderful wife, Charla. It worked out better than I could have ever imagined.

Fast forward to today. By now most of you know I enjoy nature, capturing videos and a few stills and telling uplifting stories. Waterfalls, lakes, rivers and streams, barns and trains, old cars and trucks—they all captivate me, lots of other things too. I enjoy weather-related content, perhaps a result of probably working with more Chief Meteorologists than anyone who has worked in TV. We had LOTS of them over the years at Channel 8 and I learned a great deal from all of them. I live for Americana and promote our little corner of the world heavily—Finger Lakes, Western New York, my beloved Southern Tier, Mohawk Valley, Central New York, North Country and Adirondacks—am slowly exploring the Capital Region and the Hudson as we move forward. I firmly believe we live in one of the most beautiful areas of the world. I started my nightly “60 Seconds of Serenity” in the opening days of Covid and have continued that offering (tonight will be entry #2026)—it has become a staple of the page. We’ve taken on some global travel and host group trips to Europe through my friends at DePrez Travel Partners in the Rochester area. I want to see more of America and the world while I can and take you with me. It’s only me that runs this page—it’s impossible for me to answer every message. Yes, I wake up early. My trusty Ford Bronco Sport is closing in on 100,000 miles in just over two years (thank you Van Bortel Ford for the excellent maintenance). And why do I go to Letchworth State Park along the Genesee River so much? That’s the park that really got me into all of this.

So, thank you for the support! And thank you to the so many of you who have supported our charitable projects, too. We just sold our last 2026 calendar yesterday. Through YOUR support, we’ve raised about $210,000 for various causes these last few years through calendar and postcard projects. I take the reach of this page very seriously. Metrics for the last 28 days says the page has reached 56 million people. I know NONE of this happens without my followers. From the depths of my heart I say THANK YOU very much!

12/30/2025

We’re thrilled to partner with John on these journeys and are already looking ahead to what’s next. With sell-outs happening this quickly, we’re actively discussing new and expanded travel opportunities together—so stay tuned 👀✈️

Follow our DePrez Travel Partners page to stay up to date on John’s upcoming trip announcements, hosted adventures, and exciting travel opportunities.

Ireland & Northern Ireland Trip — SOLD OUT! 🇮🇪🇬🇧

John's hosted group trip to Ireland/Northern Ireland sold out in a matter of hours after being announced — a true testament to how popular these experiences have become. These curated group adventures, hosted in partnership with DePrez Travel Partners, continue to exceed expectations and generate incredible excitement.

With demand this strong, we’re already in discussions on expanding future hosted trips and creating even more unforgettable travel opportunities. Stay tuned — there’s more to come.

Up next: John’s late August escape to the Canadian Rockies is on the horizon and interest is already building. If past trips are any indication, this one won’t last long.

We’re excited to continue growing these journeys with John and can’t wait to share what’s next!

The DePrez Group of Travel Companies DePrez Meetings and Incentives Just Cruises, Inc.

12/08/2025

ESCORTED GROUP CRUISE
London, Spain & Portugal
Sept. 6 thru Sept. 18, 2026
2 nights in London & 9 night Royal Caribbean Liberty

Your journey begins with two nights in London, one of the world's most dynamic and historic cities! From Buckingham Palace and the Changing of the Guard, to the Tower of London, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament, you'll see the iconic sights that make London so extraordinary.

You'll enjoy your stay at the elegant DoubleTree by Hilton London - Hyde Park, perfectly located near Kensington Gardens and just steps from Notting Hill and Hyde Park, the ideal home base for sightseeing, shopping, and soaking in the city's charm.

After our time in London, we'll travel to Southampton to board the beautiful Royal Caribbean Liberty of the Seas, a ship that blends relaxation & adventure.

Experience Broadway-style entertainment, gourmet dining, multiple pools and hot tubs, a Flow Rider surf simulator, a rock climbing wall, and a world-class spa and fitness center. Whether you're catching a show, lounging on deck, or dining under the stars, every moment aboard Liberty of the Seas is designed for unforgettable memories.

Your Enchanting Ports of Call:
Vigo, Spain - Explore charming Old Town streets and taste Galicia's renowned seafood.
Lisbon, Portugal - Ride a vintage tram, visit Belem Tower, and enjoy the city's colorful hillsides.
Seville (Cadiz), Spain - Experience the essence of Andalusia with tapas, flamenco, and Moorish architecture.
La Coruna, Spain - Visit the ancient Tower of Hercules and stroll along scenic seaside promenades.
Bilbao, Spain - Discover the famous Guggenheim Museum and savor Basque cuisine in the vibrant old town.

What's Included:
• Roundtrip flights from Rochester, NY.
• 2-night stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton London - Hyde Park with breakfast included.
• Escorted group travel with a travel professional from start to finish.
• 9-night cruise aboard Liberty of the Seas with meals, entertainment and activities.
• All port taxes, transfers and many extras included!
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$3799 Per Person - Interior stateroom
$3999 Per Person - Oceanview stateroom
$4499 Per Person - Balcony stateroom

Travel Insurance is not included and highly recommended. You may compare the Travelex Ultimate and Travelex Advantage plans by clicking the following link and entering your destination to begin. Once you decide to purchase, you may do so through this same link. Pre-existing conditions are only covered with the Travel Ultimate policy if purchased within 21 days of your initial trip deposit. For questions regarding Covid-19, other restrictions or your specific circumstances, please contact Travelex at 800-228-9792.
https://www.travelexinsurance.com/?location=32-1578&go=bp

Group space is very limited. Call or email us now to reserve your space. (585) 461-BOAT (2628) Extension 218.
[email protected]

*Rates are per person, based on double occupancy. A non-refundable deposit of $250 per person is due at time of booking. Full payment due May 9, 2026.