Podcast Number 259

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Olvin Sanchez joins Lorene and Barry to talk about the amenities of the Hilton Garden Hotel in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The Hilton Garden is conveniently close to the Fort Lauderdale International Airport and to the Port Everglades Cruise Port.  This is the perfect place to send your clients for their stay before or after their cruise.  Olvin will work with you to design a package that fits your clients’ needs.


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