DIRK BENEDICT CENTRAL.COM NEWSLETTER: AUGUST, 2002



THE DIRK BENEDICT 2ND ANNUAL CARIBBEAN FAN CRUISE WITH FRIENDS:
JANUARY 11TH-18TH, 2003

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"AHOY THERE MATEYS!"

"The "Faceman", and "Starbuck", DIRK BENEDICT too,
invite you to sail on the big ocean blue,
for a week in the sun,
having WAY too much fun,
on the "Zuiderdam" built just for YOU.

On this Caribbean cruise,
you have nothing to lose,
but the gripes of the work-a-day grind,
where "The Plan Comes Together",
regardless of weather,
relax, have a drink, and unwind.

Seven days you will sail,
and the plan does entail,
that ALL must enjoy and delight.
For the "Faceman" demands,
from all fun-loving fans,
that you party long into the night.

Join friends by the pool,
having fun is the RULE,
bring your cameras, your stories, your friends,
there are tropical ports,
cruise delights of all sorts,
on a Dirk cruise the fun never ends.


So my sea faring friends,
it now all depends,
who will sail on that big ocean blue,
for the ship she is steady,
and your host he is ready,
to embark on this voyage with YOU!"


Please JOIN IN the FUN with DIRK BENEDICT and FRIENDS, January 11th-
18th, 2003, on the fabulous BRAND NEW Holland America "Zuiderdam" for
a week-long tropical adventure in the beautiful Eastern Caribbean!
Where else can you partake in a special intimate 2 hour group chat
with Dirk, not to mention 2 - 1 hour gatherings, asking him those
questions you've only DREAMED of getting answers to, while on board
a luxury cruise ship? Where else can you have YOUR picture taken
with Dirk by a professional photographer while partying with Dirk and
your new found friends at the exclusive group cocktail party?
WHERE ELSE?? ONLY on the MS "Zuiderdam" in the exotic Eastern
Caribbean in January 2003 that's where!

For bookings, e-mail our fabulous cruise co-ordinator, "Cruizin"
Susan Helfrich susan@... OR give her a call TOLL FREE at
800 607 9246 for all of your cruising needs! She would LOVE to hear
from you today!

And remember my sea faring friends,,,, not all wonderful things like
this opportunity to book this special Dirk cruise last for very long,
so you need to grab it while you can! A brand new LUXURY cruise
ship, the tropical paradise of the Eastern CARIBBEAN, and DIRK
BENEDICT/Faceman/Starbuck all rolled into one as your host. Need I
say more? DON'T miss this opportunity! Book YOUR cruise TODAY!

..."tie an anchor to reality, and throw it overboard, for the ship
has no room for such mundane things. Thrown ON your swimsuit, your
shades, and bring your appetite for a fabulous, relaxing,
REJUVINATING voyage on the big blue ocean to luscious tropical ports
of call with Dirk Benedict and Friends in January 2003..."


Still undecided? Need a second opinion?? Well! We've got plenty of
those! Read fabulous testimonials from cruisers from Dirk's 1st Fan
Cruise held back in January 2002! They will give you the REAL INSIDE
scoop on what it was like to sail with Dirk and Friends!

http://www.swainworldcruises.com/comments.htm


Some great 1st Caribbean Cruise 2002 pictures available for your
perusal right here!

http://www.dirkbenedictcentral.com/cruise.html


A few words about Holland America's new luxury cruise ship, the
MS "Zuiderdam".....

MS Zuiderdam. When Holland America's elegant ms Zuiderdam begins her
inaugural season in the winter of 2002, all eyes will be upon her.
For she will be the FIRST of a new class of cruise ships aptly called
the "Vista Series" - forward-looking in both design and spirit. On
board, l,848 pampered guests will enjoy more space per person than
any other ship in a fleet already known for its stylish, spacious
comfort. Plus, more outside staterooms with ocean views and private
verandahs. More convenience, including Internet/E-mail data ports in
every stateroom. And more delight: expanded spa facilities, three
sparkling pools, and blissful 7-day cruises through the Eastern
Caribbean.

Take a peek INSIDE the Zuiderdam!

http://www.dirkbenedictcentral.com/Zuiderdam.html


For complete cruise itinerary, rates/pricing, and cruise registration:

http://www.swainworldcruises.com/benedict/index.htm


"Cabins are becoming LIMITED so we've even set aside a cabin for
auction on E-bay just for YOU!"

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1376218488


SEE YOU ON BOARD!






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RECENT DIRK BENEDICT INTERVIEW:
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Earlier this month, Dirk was wonderful enough to oblige a "blanket"
interview with several websites covering "Battlestar Galactica",
and "The A-Team" fandom. For links to the interview and websites
that participated, please visit:

http://www.dirkbenedictcentral.com/news.html

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FILM FESTIVALS:

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"CAHOOTS" entered in Film Festival

Dirk's original screenplay/film "Cahoots" will be screening at the
Great Lakes Film Festival, in Erie PA, Sept 5-8.

The evening of Wednesday Sept.4th, Dirk will be presenting "Cahoots"
at the festivals Opening Night Gala, beginning at 7pm EST,
accompanied by "Cahoots" star Keith Carradine. For more details of
this festival event and film screening schedule visit:


http://www.greatlakesfilmfest.com/Films.htm


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CONVENTIONS:

*All appearances tentative*

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ARCHON 26:

October 4th-6th

Collinsville, Illinois ( St. Louis, Missouri area )

Dirk will be the media guest of honor.

http://www.stlf.org/archon/26/index2.html


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NINTH ANNUAL CULT TV FESTIVAL:

Friday, October 25th-Monday, October 28th

Merseyside ( near Liverpool ), England

htp://www.festival.culttv.net


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"ACTION REPLAY" A-TEAM CONVENTION 2003:

If you're an A-Team fan, Bournemouth UK from March 1-2 2003 is the
place to be!
Dirk Benedict ( Faceman ) and Lance LeGault ( Col. Decker ) are
confirmed to appear!
Tickets have already gone on sale for this big event!



"JOIN US for the first weekend in March 2003 where fans will gather
to celebrate this unique TV show with a unique event. This two day
event will remember the action, the endless escapes and the
continuous gun fire!"


http://www.actionreplay2003.com


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IN OTHER NEWS:

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"Battlestar Galactica" series coming to DVD?

For those who are fans of Dirk's TV series "Battlestar Galactica"
here is an interesting link about the 70's Scifi show being
considered for released on DVD.

http://videobusiness.com/article.asp?articleID=3701&catType=NEWS


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"Alaska" coming to DVD September 3rd, 2002


Dirk's 1996 film "Alaska" will be released on DVD, September 3rd,
2002 from Amazon.com. A GREAT family film :D Pre-order your copy!



Edition Details:
Region 1 encoding (US and Canada only)
Color, Closed-captioned, Widescreen
Theatrical trailer(s)
Behind-the-Scenes Documentary
Set Top Games
Full-screen and widescreen anamorphic formats
ASIN: B000069I1L

courtesy of http://www.amazon.com

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000069I1L/qid=1028097581/sr=2-
2/ref=sr_2_2/104-3527307-6713506


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For more information, autographed books and pictures, visit Dirk
Benedict's Official Website:

http://www.kamikazecowboy.com

OR

Dirk Benedict Central

http://www.dirkbenedictcentral.com


Best to all!
Tracy
Dirk Benedict Central.com