CLUBMail: Spring 2012

SPRING 2012

YOUR TICKET TO GREAT THEATER AND TRAVEL!

SPRING TRAVEL ISSUE FEATURING:

The Amalfi Coast The Azores Tuscany Prague and more!

www.showofthemonth.com

IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO VISIT EUROPE THIS YEAR! Airfares to Europe have gone sky high! So, I shouldn’t have been surprised, recently, when a friend pointed out that the cost of our November trip to Rome was almost less expensive than purchasing the airfare alone! I know that The Travel Club offers the absolute best deals in travel available anywhere, but this little bit of information caught even me off guard! I decided to test his claim and it turned out he was right!

Sometimes “too good to be true” is, well, true!

A Note About Theater As you know, theater ticket pricing is becoming more and more complex, with demand driving cost, and shows being announced further into the future, so we’ve decided that the best way to provide the best possible service to our members is to offer theater tickets exclusively online.

Ordering is easy and confirmations are immediate. Nevertheless, if some of you are unable to order online, we always welcome your call and will take orders over the phone.

Don’t overlook the enclosed insert that came with your CLUBMail! It’s a great planning tool for all of the wonderful shows en route to Boston this season.

Happy travels—whether on a plane or in a theater seat!

Tim Montgomery, President

what our members are saying…

CLASSIC TUSCANY APRIL 2012 | “This is one of your best trips offered. Tour Manager Gabriella is excellent, professional and knowledgeable. Tours were fabulous as were meals.

Love being a member of the Club.” Peggy C. AMALFI COAST APRIL 2012 | “We had been looking forward to a trip to the Amalfi Coast for several years and this tour exceeded our expectations. Paola, the Tour Manager, played a huge role in bringing the fun to this trip. She is very knowledgeable in all areas of this region and her enthusiasm and vibrant personality made sure all members of the group enjoyed the tour to the fullest.” Donna M. VENICE NOVEMBER 2011 | “I’ve become really fond of your single city deal, probably because I shop price first.” Christine M.

CHRISTMASTIME IN NEWPORT DECEMBER 2011 | “Newport is a great place to visit, but it is especially nice at Christmas. We really enjoyed the culinary tour and some of the great restaurants. Everyone at the Hotel Viking was very friendly and accommodating.” Carol P. ROME AND AMALFI NOVEMBER 2011 | “Again, a wonderful trip and an amazing value for the money. Our guides were wonderful. The staff at the Hotel San Francesco was exemplary. We particularly enjoyed the combination of the city and the countryside in one trip. Great contrast and welcome diversity. Thanks for a great trip. I recommend Show of the Month Club to everyone as all of the trips I’ve done have been great.

Keep up the good work.” Jeff P.

NEW YORK WEEKEND OCTOBER 2011 | “This trip was excellent from start to finish. Our Broadway show seats were right up front and the trip down in the executive coach was the best.

We loved our day to ourselves. Loved this trip!” Nancy R.

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Since 1956, Show of the Month Club has provided its members with a convenient, simple and economical way to order theater tickets for shows playing Boston.

Its companion Travel Club arranges travel packages to destinations all over the world—at unbeatable prices.

We know that the “Show of the Month Club” name has become a bit of a misnomer, yet members know that the name stands for service, savings, great seats and advance notice of new shows!

The Travel Club began offering domestic and international tours and Theater Weekends in the 1960s. Today, The Travel Club serves thousands of travelers and offers a wide range of carefully planned trips, including a specialty in travel to Italy. The Travel Club has always been known for service and famous for value! Our motto is “Spend Less, Travel More!”

Additional membership benefits include quarterly catalogs, weekly email newsletters, parking discounts, half-price restaurant gift certificates and unmatched, real, live human contact!

So, if you’re a member, thank you. You know a good deal when you see one! If you’re not, you could be saving a lot of money while enjoying some of what makes life exciting, stimulating and fun—Theater and Travel!

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TRAVEL JUNE, 2012

SEPTEMBER, 2012

Topnotch Resort and Spa 6/24–12/15 13 Stowe, VT Connecticut Drive Yourself Weekend 6/29–7/1 10 with Goodspeed Musical

Woodstock, Vermont 9/7–9 Drive Yourself Weekend Ogunquit, Maine 9/7–9 Drive Yourself Weekend Portuguese Riviera 9/19–26 Paris & Nice 9/23–10/1 Bethel, ME Getaway 9/28–30 Drive Yourself Weekend The Amalfi Coast 9/30–10/8

JULY, 2012 Boston Drive Yourself Weekend 7/4–5 14 with Odyssey “Tall Ships” Cruise Berkshires Drive Yourself Weekend 7/20–22 11 with Tanglewood Boston Red Sox 7/27–29 12 vs New York Yankees

AUGUST, 2012 Berkshires Drive Yourself Weekend 8/3–5 11 with Tanglewood Berkshires Drive Yourself Weekend 8/17–19 11 with Tanglewood Berkshires Drive Yourself Weekend 8/24–26 11 with Tanglewood Connecticut Drive Yourself Weekend 8/24–26 10 with Goodspeed Musical Old Orchard Beach, Maine 8/26–28 12 via Amtrak

boston theater weekends Billy Elliot 8/11–12, 8/18–19, 2012

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Memphis 12/15–16, 12/22–23, 2012 Jersey Boys 2/16–17, 2/23–24, 3/2–3, 3/9–10, 2013 The Book of Mormon 4/13–14, 4/20–21, 4/27–28, 2013 Wicked 8/10–11, 8/24–25, 8/31–9/1, 9/14–15, 2013

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OCTOBER, 2012 Heart of Cuba 10/4–12 52 Lake Como & Venice 10/4–12 30 Washington, D.C. 10/5–8 16 Canada’s Oktoberfest 10/5–9 18 Montreal 10/6–8 18 The Island of Ischia & Rome 10/7–14 31 Umbria 10/8–16 32 New York Weekend 10/12–14 8 Classic Tuscany 10/13–21 29 Virginia Beach Show Tour 10/14–18 16 Paris & Rome 10/18–25 44 Red Jacket Mountain View Resort 10/19–21 15 Drive Yourself Weekend Classic Tuscany 10/21–29 29 Sicily & Rome 10/26–11/3 33

NOVEMBER, 2012 Florence Getaway 11/3–9 36 Roman Holiday 11/3–9 34 Barcelona & Rome 11/4–11 34 Romantic Venice 11/6–12 36 Paris 11/8–14 42 New York Weekend 11/9–11 8 Ogunquit, ME with Cooking Lessons 11/9–11 19 Drive Yourself Weekend

PLANNER NOVEMBER, 2012 cont’d Connecticut 11/10–12 Drive Yourself Weekend With Goodspeed Musical Florence Getaway 11/10–16 Roman Holiday 11/10–16 Cooking in Tuscany 11/10–18 Thanksgiving by the Sea, 11/21–24 Ogunquit, ME Drive Yourself Weekend Holiday Time in Portland, Maine 11/30–12/2 via Amtrak Niagara Falls & Festival of Lights 11/30–12/2

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DECEMBER, 2012 European Christmas Markets 12/1–9 New England Holiday in NH 12/2–3 Christmastime in Newport RI 12/7–9 Drive Yourself Weekend Christmas by the Sea, Ogunquit, ME 12/7–9 Drive Yourself Weekend Boston Shopping Getaway 12/8–9 Drive Yourself Weekend Canada’s Winter Wonderland 12/8–14 New Year’s 12/26/12–1/2/13 in Bassano del Grappa New Year’s in Rome 12/26/12–1/2/13 New Year’s in Boston 12/31/12–1/1/13 Drive Yourself Weekend

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APRIL, 2013 Charm of Southern Tuscany 4/4–12 Dutch & Belgian Highlights 4/5–15 Liguria, Italy’s Riviera 4/6–14 The Azores 4/12–19 Charleston & Savannah 4/13–19 The Amalfi Coast 4/13–21 Classic Tuscany 4/13–21 America’s Music Cities 4/14–21 Imperial Cities 4/15–25 Prague, Vienna & Budapest Classic Tuscany 4/20–28 Vienna 4/27–5/3

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MAY, 2013 Italian Treasures 5/4–12 Golden Prague 5/11–18 The Amalfi Coast 5/11–19

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TRAVEL CLUB SELECT Extraordinary destinations.

61–63 Longer stays. Multiple departure dates.

FEBRUARY, 2013 Quebec Winter Carnival 2/1–4 p. 23 of Thailand 2/15–28 Flavors Paris 2/16–22 Costa Rica 2/16–23 Roman Holiday 2/16–23 Classic Spain 2/16–26 Florence Getaway 2/17–24

Madrid & Costa del Sol 3/10–17 St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland 3/12–19 Roman Holiday 3/16–22 Paris 3/16–22 Florence Getaway 3/17–23 Exploring Panama 3/21–27

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Theater Weekends OUR ONE-NIGHT WEEKENDS INCLUDE: • Saturday night hotel accommodations • Saturday evening top-price theater ticket

• Sunday breakfast • Parking at hotel (one car per room)

BEST MUSICAL 2009

• $25 Dining Gift Certificate for DaVinci Ristorante (one certificate for two persons; one certificate accepted per table)

BEST MUSICAL 2010

$269

$239

AUGUST 11–12, 2012 AUGUST 18–19, 2012 The Boston Opera House Hyatt Regency Boston

DECEMBER 15–16, 2012 DECEMBER 22–23, 2012 Citi Colonial Theatre Omni Parker House

“Musical of the Decade” —TIME Magazine

“…Exuberant…”

—New York Post

Located in the heart of downtown opposite The Boston Opera House, the Hyatt Regency offers elegant accommodations, deluxe amenities and guestrooms with sitting area and city views.

Guests may enjoy Avenue One Restaurant and Lounge and the Avenue One Lobby Bar. With direct access to the subway, the hotel is convenient to Faneuil Hall and Boston’s Theater District.

Our Boston Theater Weekends may be the best deal in town and sell out!

Reserve early at www.showofthemonth.com/travel or call 617-338-1111, ext. 3.

BEST MUSICAL 2006

$269

FEBRUARY 16–17, 2013; FEBRUARY 23–24, 2013 MARCH 2–3, 2013; MARCH 9–10, 2013 Citi Colonial Theatre Omni Parker House “Too good to be true.”—New York Post

BEST MUSICAL 2011

$379

APRIL 13–14, 2013; APRIL 20–21, 2013 APRIL 27–28, 2013 The Boston Opera House Hyatt Regency Boston “…the best musical of the century.”—The New York Times

WINNER OF 35 MAJOR AWARDS

$319

AUGUST 10–11, 2013; AUGUST 24–25, 2013 AUGUST 31–SEPTEMBER 1, 2013 SEPTEMBER 14–15, 2013 The Boston Opera House Hyatt Regency Boston “Wicked soars.”—Time Out New York

This luxury hotel has been a Boston landmark since 1855. Located on the Freedom Trail near Beacon Hill, the Parker House was voted “Best Boutique Hotel” 2011 and one of the top Ten Historic Hotels in America. Convenient to Boston’s Theater District and Faneuil Hall, the Parker House is the birthplace of Parker House Rolls and is famous for its Boston Cream Pie.

Special Bonus:

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Complimentary bottled water upon arrival (both hotels) Omni Parker House: 10% discount at Parker’s Bar and the Last Hurrah for post-show dining Hyatt Regency: 10% off food and non-alcoholic beverages at Avenue One Restaurant Add a Friday or Sunday night at a great rate!

NEW YORK WEEKENDS National 9/11 Memorial “Top of the Rock” NBC Studio Tour

Friday, October 12–Sunday, October 14, 2012 Friday, November 9–Sunday, November 11, 2012

The Travel Club this fall for three J oin amazing New York experiences: the NBC

Studio Tour, “Top of the Rock” observatory and a visit to the National September 11 Memorial.

• “Top of the Rock” is a six-level observatory atop the Art Deco skyscraper, 30 Rockefeller Plaza, whose upper decks are 850 feet above street level.

• The National September 11 Memorial has opened in Lower Manhattan and has been designed to honor the victims of the 9/11 attacks and the 1993 World Trade Center bombing.

• Since 1933, NBC has offered this historic studio tour that takes you through the halls and into the studios of NBC’s New York operations. An NBC Page will be your guide to the world of the Peacock Network.

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f you’re a theatre-lover, don’t worry—we’ll also be happy to secure theatre tickets for the show of your choice (at additional cost). If you’d prefer to just reserve a seat on the coach and a room at the hotel, we can do that, too!

RESERVATION DEADLINES: October Trip: August 8, 2012 November Trip: September 5, 2012 8

SPRING 2012

$599

per person double occupancy per person deposit is $300.

$549

per person double occupancy for transportation and hotel only.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip private luxury coach transportation from Boston and Newton • Two nights’ first-class accommodations: The Belvedere • National September 11 Memorial timed ticket admission including transportation • “Top of the Rock Observatory” timed ticket admission • NBC Studio Tour timed ticket admission • Luggage handling at hotel

THE BELVEDERE

319 West 48th Street at 8th Avenue A lovely 1920s Art Deco building in Midtown Manhattan, the Belvedere is only two blocks from the Theatre District, Times Square and the famed Restaurant Row. The hotel offers full service concierge and 24-hour fitness center. The guestrooms include convenient kitchenettes with microwaves, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers.

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

broadway your way:

Personal Service from the Travel Club Concierge AVAILABLE JUNE 1–DECEMBER 31, 2012

packages begin at $588 per person double occupancy Designed for the independent traveler, this Travel Club service lets you choose your dates of travel and the shows you want to see! Your NYC getaway can last as long as you like and you can go whenever you want. These packages include accommodations at THE BELVEDERE, AMTRAK’S REGIONAL TRAIN SERVICE and a topprice theater ticket. When it comes to deciding which show (or shows) you want to see, call us and we’ll help you choose!

Remember, this is BROADWAY YOUR WAY, so get your calendar and start planning—it’s as easy as 1, 2, 3!

1. Pick your dates.

2. Pick your show.

3. Pick up the phone and call 617-338-1111, ext. 3!

Prices vary depending on the season of travel and your choice of theater tickets. Call early for best availability. Please note that weekend performances may be more expensive. Broadway Your Way packages may be one, two or more nights. For Belvedere Hotel description see page 8.

RESERVE

online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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DRIVE YOURSELF WEEKENDS The Connecticut River Valley and

GOODSPEED MUSICALS Mame: Friday, June 29–Sunday, July 1, 2012 Carousel: Friday, August 24–Sunday, August 26, 2012 Something’s Afoot: Saturday, November 10–Monday, November 12, 2012

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njoy a delightful New England weekend in the Connecticut River Valley. You set the pace on these drive-yourself weekends while we provide the first-class amenities, including a new Schooner River Sail from the Connecticut River Museum and a fabulous lunch in Chester!

Highlighted by Friday (or Saturday in November) evening tickets at one of America’s world-class musical theatres—The Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam—our weekends include a two-night stay at the Inn at Middletown, just 30 minutes away. Located on Main Street, the historic National Guard Armory has been transformed into an elegant 100-room inn situated at the entrance of renowned Wesleyan University. With charming, colonial-style decor, the Inn has a restaurant, lounge and indoor pool and spa. Main Street, part of the Broad Street Historic District, offers visitors a classic New England experience and contains a variety of shops, restaurants and entertainment. On Saturday, you’ll drive to the quaint town of Chester for lunch at Brushmill by the Waterfall before heading to Essex for an exhilarating sail up-river on a tall-masted schooner.

$349

per person double occupancy $289 per person triple occupancy; $549 for single reservations. Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

• Two nights’ first-class accommodations: Inn at Middletown • Continental breakfast Saturday and Sunday • Friday evening top-price orchestra ticket at Goodspeed Opera House • Saturday lunch at Brushmill by the Waterfall in Chester • Saturday afternoon 90-minute Schooner River Sail from Essex • Parking at hotel

RESERVATION DEADLINES: June 29 & August 24: Call Today November 10: August 31, 2012

A WEEKEND HIGHLIGHT Brushmill by the Waterfall Enjoy lunch in an elegant setting overlooking a romantic waterfall in picturesque Chester. This restored 19th-century chestnut beamed structure offers a rare dining experience.

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RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

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BERKSHIRES GETAWAY and TANGLEWOOD CONCERT Friday, July 20–Sunday, July 22, 2012 Friday Night Concert Boston Symphony Orchestra

Friday, August 17–Sunday, August 19, 2012 Saturday Night Concert Boston Pops Orchestra

Bernstein and Tchaikovsky

John Williams’ 80th Birthday Celebration

Friday, August 3–Sunday, August 5, 2012 Friday Night Concert Boston Symphony Orchestra

Friday, August 24–Sunday, August 26, 2012 Friday Night Concert Boston Pops Orchestra

Mozart and Ravel

Keith Lockhart, Conductor—Gershwin and Friends

THE LAWN AT TANGLEWOOD

$559

per person double occupancy in Standard Deluxe Rooms The Red Lion Inn has several room types available, yet rooms with two beds are limited. Call The Travel Club for room arrangements. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Two nights’ first-class accommodations: The Red Lion Inn • Full breakfast Saturday and Sunday • Concert—Tanglewood reserved shed seat • Berkshire Botanical Garden admission • To-Go Picnic Lunch provided by the Red Lion Inn • Parking at hotel

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anglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra with the breathtaking Berkshires as a backdrop, is an iconic New England destination and 2012 marks its 75th anniversary.

This year you may choose from four weekend getaways and either Boston Symphony or Boston Pops Orchestra performances. And, as has become tradition, we’ve included accommodation at the charming Red Lion Inn in nearby Stockbridge. Another highlight of this getaway is a visit to Berkshire Botanical Garden with its 23 display gardens. The Red Lion Inn will also furnish you with a boxed picnic lunch to enjoy at the Garden.

RESERVATION DEADLINES: July 20 & August 3: Call Today August 17 & 24: June 15, 2012 RED LION INN GUESTROOM

RESERVE online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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THE BOSTON RED SOX vs NEW YORK YANKEES Visit the NEW Stadium

Friday, July 27–Sunday, July 29, 2012

$799

per person double occupancy $719 per person triple occupancy. Call for single reservations. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

us for a mid-season matchup between J oin baseball’s legendary rivals, the Red Sox

and the Yankees! We have your tickets to two games at the new Yankee Stadium, a terrific hotel in midtown Manhattan and motorcoach transportation from your hotel to the games. Limited availability!

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select Boston area locations • Two nights’ accommodations: Holiday Inn Midtown at 57th & 9th • Tickets to two games at Yankee Stadium; upper deck seats • Round-trip coach transfers to Yankee Stadium for each game • Tour assistance

CALL IMMEDIATELY TO RESERVE!

OLD ORCHARD BEACH, ME Late Summer Getaway via Amtrak

Sunday, August 26–Tuesday, August 28, 2012

$229

per person double occupancy $219 per person triple occupancy; $219 per person quad occupancy; $339 for single reservations.

Per person deposit is $150.

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his Maine event is perfect for capping off the summer—all you need to do is pack!

We’ve reserved your spot on Amtrak’s Downeaster, departing from Boston’s North Station—a leisurely two-hour ride brings you to Old Orchard Beach around 11 a.m. Board the trolley transfer to your accommodations at the Sea View Inn—just outside your door are seven miles of white sandy beach; dining, shopping and entertainment are just a short walk away. The Sea View boasts a large, outdoor heated pool and airconditioned rooms, and the famous Old Orchard Pier is just a five-minute walk! We’ve included continental breakfasts and dinner at a local restaurant one evening. The rest is up to you!

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INCLUDES:

• Round-trip transportation on AMTRAK, from North Station, Boston (coach class) • Two nights’ accommodations: Sea View Inn • Welcome reception • Deluxe continental breakfast Monday and Tuesday • One dinner at a local restaurant either Sunday or Monday night • Old Orchard Beach Historical Museum admission • Round-trip, train station/hotel trolley transfers • Luggage handling

RESERVE BY: July 2, 2012 RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

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TOPNOTCH RESORT and SPA Stowe, VT

2012 Friday–Sunday Weekends

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TOPNOTCH RESORT

$312* September 3–October 20: $319* October 21–December 15: $209* June 24–September 2:

* per person double occupancy

INCLUDES:

• Two nights’ deluxe accommodations: Topnotch Resort, Stowe, VT • Breakfast at Norma’s (including gratuity) Saturday and Sunday • Morning coffee service and afternoon tea • Valet parking • 20% discount at • All taxes, service charges and resort fee • Unavailable: 7/20, 7/21, 7/27, 10/5–7

CALL TO RESERVE!

ur drive-yourself weekends to Topnotch Resort and Spa in Stowe, VT are the ultimate girls-getaway, romantic escape, or family fun-fest. En route to Stowe, stop in West Lebanon, N.H. (minutes shy of the Vermont border) for lunch or dinner with our friends at Lui Lui where you’ll receive 20% off your dining check! Once ensconced at Topnotch—ranked #10 hotel spa by Travel and Leisure magazine—you’re free to unwind and indulge in the resort’s included amenities. You also have the option to add a welldeserved spa treatment—at a special Travel Club discount. We’ve included breakfast at Norma’s both mornings—the French toast is legendary! A phenomenal weekend at an unbeatable price—and all exclusive to the Travel Club. Space is limited!

OPTIONAL: Discounted 50-minute spa treatment (call for rates and availability)

RESORT AMENITIES:

• World-class spa • Outdoor pool and hot tub • Pre-arranged carriage rides; winter sleigh rides • Topnotch Tennis Center • Guided hikes and snowshoe tours • Outdoor fire pits

SPECIAL TRAVEL CLUB GIFT BAG UPON CHECK-IN!

As a special welcome to Stowe, we’ve assembled a lovely gift bag of treats and coupons to help plan your weekend. Your new Stowe friends include: • Blue Moon Cafe: 10% dining discount (mention The Travel Club when reserving!)

• Boyden Valley Winery: Free wine tasting • Cold Hollow Cider Mill: Free cider donut

HOLLOW CIDER MILL

• Laughing Moon Chocolates: Free treat, tasting and coupon • Stowe Kitchen Bath & Linens: Spa sample and coupon • Stowe Area Association: Maple Syrup

802.253.9591 Main Street • Stowe, Vermont

laughingmoonchocolates.com

RESERVE online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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DRIVE YOURSELF GETAWAYS

BOSTON’S JULY 4TH CELEBRATION InterContinental Boston & OpSail Boston Cruise See the Tall Ships and USS Constitution Turn-Around-Cruise Wednesday, July 4–Thursday, July 5, 2012 the festivities of Boston Harborfest 2012 J oin and celebrate Independence Day with luxury

overnight accommodations at the InterContinental Boston—a AAA Four Diamond landmark hotel on the revitalized, historic waterfront—and a once-in-a-lifetime cruise.

OpSail 2012 brings the Tall Ships and U.S. Naval vessels to Boston Harbor, this year commemorating the United States Navy’s actions in the War of 1812. You’ll board the Odyssey at 9:30am on July 4 and the sail, from 10:30am–2pm, includes a buffet lunch. You’ll see the USS Constitution and the Eagle (the U.S. Navy’s Tall Ship) as they execute the turn-around-cruise with cannon salute while the famous Blue Angels flying team and other military aircraft fly overhead. A full list of events will be provided to round out your day—you may also wish to join the festivities on the Esplanade.

$439

per person double occupancy Call for single and triple accommodations.

INCLUDES:

• One nights’ deluxe accommodations: InterContinental Boston • July 4th Odyssey Cruise with lunch buffet • Breakfast on Thursday • Valet parking for one car per room • Drink at RumBa

CALL IMMEDIATELY TO RESERVE!

OGUNQUIT, ME

Ogunquit Playhouse Performance: 9 to 5 the Musical Stonewall Kitchen Cooking Class Friday, September 7–Sunday, September 9, 2012

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he perfect weekend destination should be picturesque and charming, not too far (or too close) and completely stress-free. Say no more—that’s Ogunquit! Just 75 miles from downtown Boston (only 90 minutes away), Ogunquit is known worldwide as “the best vacation to be had in the Vacation State.”

Ogunquit attracts travelers with its one-two punch of world-class scenery (September is perfect for beachcombing), as well as art and culture reflected in its array of galleries, museums and theater. You’ll enjoy a performance of Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5 the Musical at the famed Ogunquit Playhouse and a hands-on cooking class—followed by lunch—at Stonewall Kitchen.

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$299

per person double occupancy $289 per person triple occupancy; $269 per person quad occupancy; $419 for single reservations.

Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

• Two nights’ accommodations: Ogunquit River Inn • Deluxe continental breakfast Saturday and Sunday • Friday evening performance at Ogunquit Playhouse • “Lunch & Learn” Stonewall Kitchen Cooking School Class • Meet and greet assistance at hotel • Two Ogunquit trolley tokens • Luggage handling and parking at hotel

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

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FOLIAGE & FULL MOON in BETHEL, ME

Friday, September 28–Sunday, September 30, 2012

$279

INCLUDES:

• Two nights’ four-star accommodations: Grand Summit Resort Hotel, Sunday River, Bethel • Full breakfast Saturday and Sunday • One Full Moon dinner at Peak Lodge with enclosed “Chondola” ride • Admission to Bethel Historical Society historic home and museum • Gem and mineral sluicing program at Bethel Outdoor Adventures • Guided “Moosin’ Tour” of Bethel and Grafton Notch State Park area by trolley • Behind-the-Scenes tour of Maine Balsam Fir Factory • Parking at hotel

RESERVE BY: August 10, 2012

per person double occupancy $259 per person triple occupancy; $399 for single reservations. Per person deposit is $150.

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n Bethel—“Maine’s Most Beautiful Mountain Village”—you’ll be charmed by both the amazing scenery and your upscale accommodations at the Grand Summit Resort Hotel. From its mountainside setting, the Grand Summit offers an outdoor heated pool and hot tub, health club with spa, steam room and sauna, restaurant and café.

We’ve included “Dining at the Peak”—a one of a kind experience complete with enclosed aerial “chondola” ride up to Peak Lodge for a special Full Moon Dinner and a late afternoon “Moosin’ Tour” of nearby Grafton Notch State Park that winds along scenic back roads.

RED JACKET MOUNTAIN VIEW RESORT Fall Weekend in North Conway, NH Friday, October 19–Sunday, October 21, 2012

$369

per person double occupancy Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Two nights’ first-class accommodations: Red Jacket Mountain View Resort, North Conway, NH • Full American breakfast Saturday and Sunday • Dinner Friday or Saturday at the resort • Conway Scenic Railroad excursion with dining-car lunch • Horse-drawn wagon ride at Farm by the River • Parking at hotel

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orth Conway is the ideal drive-yourself destination for fall leaf peeping, well-deserved “R & R” and fantastic outlet shopping—it was was recently named one of the “Top Ten Coolest Mountain Towns” in America! The Red Jacket Resort will welcome you with mountain view rooms, breakfast both mornings, dinner from the à la carte menu and a full-service spa. We’ve also arranged a lunch excursion on the nearby Conway Scenic Railroad and an authentic wagon ride. Nearby you’ll discover Settlers’ Green Outlet Village with more than 60 nationally known factory stores in a beautiful courtyard setting.

RESERVE BY: September 17, 2012 RESERVE online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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WASHINGTON, D.C.

Friday, October 5–Monday, October 8, 2012

$549

per person double occupancy $529 per person triple occupancy; $729 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $40.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking.

Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES: The Travel Club on an historical journey J oin to the nation’s capital and experience the

memories, monuments and museums of Washington, D.C. Touring with your local guide includes Arlington National Cemetery and The Vietnam and World War II memorials. You’ll enjoy a day to explore on your own and we’ll provide transportation to the Mall area to get you started. Highlighting your weekend is a twilight tour of the illuminated monuments with stops at the Lincoln and Jefferson memorials.

RESERVE BY: July 2, 2012

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations in the Boston area • Three nights’ accommodations: Doubletree Crystal City • Five meals: three breakfasts, two dinners • Sightseeing and touring • Services of Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Washington, D.C. guided tour, including Arlington National Cemetery, U.S. Capitol photo stop, Vietnam Memorial, World War II Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, dinner on own in historic Alexandria, coach transportation to the Mall area for time to explore on your own, evening Illuminated Monument tour, United States Air Force Memorial

VIRGINIA BEACH

Sunday, October 14–Thursday, October 18, 2012 us on this nostalgic getaway to historic J oin Virginia Beach, where you’ll enjoy oceanfront

accommodations. Pack your best frock and dancing shoes since there are three—yes, three!—fabulous nights on the town in store for you. First, you’ll be treated to the “Tribute to the Jersey Boys: The Story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.” The rest of the week recalls another era altogether with a trip to The Oceana Naval Station and visits to the MacArthur Memorial, and the Military Aviation Museum where you’ll enjoy a fabulous air show. Next, get ready to swoon during an evening of music and dance provided by the famous Tommy Dorsey Orchestra followed by “The Sinatra Legacy” during an enchanting evening of seaside dining. The highlight of this getaway, however, may just be a memorable USO tribute show to the comedy of Bob Hope, the harmony of the Andrews Sisters and the music of The Glenn Miller AAF Band.

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$799

per person double occupancy $789 per person triple occupancy; $1,119 for single reservations. Trip cancellation and interruption insurance is $40. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select Boston area locations • Four nights’ accommodations: Best Western, Fredericksburg, VA (one night); Virginia Beach (three nights) • Seven meals: four breakfasts, three dinners • Sightseeing and touring • Services of Tour Manager

RESERVE BY: July 6, 2012 RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

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the WOODSTOCK INN & RESORT Woodstock, VT

Friday, September 7–Sunday, September 9, 2012

$379

per person double occupancy Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

• Two nights’ four-star accommodations: The Woodstock Inn & Resort • Breakfast Saturday and Sunday • Welcome cheese plate • Resort fee • Discounted rates on golf • Billings Farm and Museum admission • Vermont Institute of Natural Science admission • Woodstock Walking Tour

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mere 140 miles north of Boston lies the exquisite New England village of Woodstock, Vermont—combining small-town charm with ‘city’ sophistication. Most of this resort community is found on the National Register of Historic Places, evidenced by its luxurious village green surrounded by stately homes. The Woodstock Inn & Resort offers first-class accommodations including a spa, 18-hole golf course designed by legendary course architect Robert Trent Jones, Sr., and pool. We’ve included admission to the award-winning Billings Farm and Museum—a remarkable, restored 1890 farmhouse and operating dairy farm, showcasing Vermont’s rural past, a chance to see the raptor (owls, falcons, eagles) exhibits and rehabilitation at the Science Center in Quechee and a walking tour. You’ll have your choice of a Photo Walk, Historic Woodstock Village Walk, or a Countryside Walk, all of which will conclude at Old Bailey Farm with a tour of this 1790s home. At your leisure you might want to stop in at the general store in the center of town, visit Sugarbush Farm, find your own favorite covered bridge or head to nearby Quechee Gorge Village— one of Vermont’s premier shopping attractions, featuring antiques, collectibles, and craft dealers.

RESERVE BY: June 27, 2012

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CANADA’S OKTOBERFEST Friday, October 5–Tuesday, October 9, 2012

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eed a quick trip to mix up your fall routine? Visit our neighbor to the North! October is the ideal time to travel as your trip will be perfectly timed to enjoy not one, but two, amazing holidays. First is Oktoberfest: Canada is second in size and zest only to Germany in this beer-drinking, month-long celebration. Clink a few glasses and dance the night away. The next morning, soak up the suds with apple fritters, pretzels and county sausages from the one and only St. Jacob’s Farmer’s Market. Take in some shopping, see the sights then prepare for another spectacular event. It’s Thanksgiving Day in Canada and you’ve got VIP treatment—reserved grandstand seats for the Thanksgiving Day parade then a lavish meal with the new friends you’ve made. After this trip, you’ll be considering dual citizenship!

$779

per person double occupancy $769 per person triple occupancy; $1,029 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $50.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select Boston area locations • Four nights’ accommodations: Rochester (one night); St. Jacob’s Country Inn, Waterloo (two nights); Niagara Falls (one night) • Eight meals: four breakfasts, four dinners • Sightseeing and touring • Services of Tour Manager

RESERVE BY: June 28, 2012

MONTREAL GETAWAY Columbus Day Weekend

Saturday, October 6–Monday, October 8, 2012

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ne of our favorite getaway destinations!

Join us on Columbus Day weekend and experience the ever-chic, ever-cosmopolitan city of Montreal. You’ll enjoy elegant, centrally located accommodations and dinner at Restaurant de Vieux Port in Old Montreal.

An included tour features many city highlights, including Old Montreal, Notre Dame Basilica and Mount Royal Park. You may also try your luck at the Casino on an included visit. En route to Boston you’ll have some free time at the Church Street Marketplace in Burlington, VT to have lunch or visit the shops.

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$419

per person double occupancy $409 per person triple occupancy; $579 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $30.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select Boston area locations • Two nights’ accommodations: Fairmont Queen Elizabeth • Three meals: two breakfasts, one dinner • Sightseeing and touring • Services of Tour Manager

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

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VETERANS DAY WEEKEND MEADOWMERE RESORT in OGUNQUIT Stonewall Kitchen Cooking School

Friday, November 9–Sunday, November 11, 2012

$359

per person double occupancy $349 per person triple occupancy; $499 for single reservations. Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

• Two nights’ first-class accommodations: The Meadowmere Resort, Ogunquit, ME • Deluxe continental breakfast Saturday and Sunday at Meadowmere • Wine and Cheese Welcome Reception • Dinner one evening at Jonathan’s Restaurant • Two 90-minute “Learn at Lunch”cooking lessons at Stonewall Kitchen Cooking School (transportation not included) • Kittery Outlets Discount Book • Luggage handling and parking at hotel

For detailed day-by-day itineraries of all trips visit www.showofthemonth.com/travel or call 617-338-1111, ext 3.

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reat yourself to this two-night getaway and enjoy the perfect indulgence! Stay in the beautiful village of Ogunquit at the AAA Three Diamond Meadowmere Resort, featuring an award-winning fitness center, heated indoor pool and Jacuzzi and day spa—and all just a short walk from quaint New England shops, restaurants and museums. Shopping at the Kittery Outlets or in Portsmouth, N.H. (find the perfect holiday gifts!), antiquing in Wells (find what you didn’t know you were looking for!) or exploring beautiful Kennebunkport are all within easy reach.

We’ve arranged two cooking lessons at the famous Stonewall Kitchen Cooking School located just minutes away in York, ME. In the informal, comfortable atmosphere of their state-of-the-art classroom you’ll “relax, listen and learn while being served a fabulous menu.” You’ll also enjoy dinner one night at Jonathan’s (right next door) and breakfast at the hotel both mornings.

RESERVE BY: September 17, 2012

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THANKSGIVING by the SEA in OGUNQUIT, MAINE

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Wednesday, November 21–Saturday, November 24, 2012

he Travel Club continues its tradition of creating ‘holiday alternatives’—equally memorable yet a lot less work! This year we’re sending you to Ogunquit on the beautiful Maine seacoast. At the Meadowmere Resort you’ll enjoy a spa, indoor pool and in-house movie theatre. A traditional Thanksgiving Dinner awaits you at Jonathan’s Restaurant next door, served from noon–8p.m. Stroll along the famous Marginal Way or head to the Kittery Outlets (yes, they’re open) before dinner.

On Friday, you’ll drive to Kennebunkport for your morning Taste of Kennebunkport Culinary Walking Tour and sample some local Maine delights.

RESERVE BY: October 3, 2012

$429

per person double occupancy $389 per person triple occupancy; $359 per person quad occupancy; $629 for single reservations. Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

• Three nights’ first-class accommodations: Meadowmere Resort, Ogunquit • Breakfast Thursday, Friday and Saturday at Jonathan’s Restaurant • Wine and Cheese Welcome Reception • Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner at Jonathan’s Restaurant • Guided Kennebunkport Culinary Walking Tour • Kittery Outlets Discount Book • Parking at hotel

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CHRISTMAS by the SEA in OGUNQUIT, MAINE

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Friday, December 7–Sunday, December 9, 2012

hat’s prettier or more festive than a New England seacoast village all dressed up for the holidays? Upon arrival at the Meadowmere Resort you’ll be treated to a wine and cheese reception and be welcomed by local holiday carolers. On Saturday you can enjoy the festivities of Ogunquit’s 26th Annual Christmas by the Sea before your VIP admission to the popular Chowder & Chocolate Fest. Local restaurants compete for the coveted titles and you’ll get to sample and vote! Don’t miss the barbershop quartet concert and holiday singalong at the local church. Before heading home on Sunday you’ll want to head to Kennebunkport and the festivities of the 31st Annual Christmas Prelude—voted #2 Christmas Town in America by HGTV!

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$279

per person double occupancy $249 per person triple occupancy; $229 per person quad occupancy; $439 for single reservations.

Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

• Two nights’ first-class accommodations: Meadowmere Resort, Ogunquit • Deluxe continental breakfast Saturday and Sunday at Meadowmere • Wine and Cheese Reception with Holiday Caroling • Dinner one evening at Jonathan’s Restaurant • VIP admission to Ogunquit’s Chowder & Chocolate Fest on Saturday • Kittery Outlets Discount Book • Parking at hotel

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

NIAGARA FALLS

And the Festival of Lights

Friday, November 30–Sunday, December 2, 2012

$399

per person double occupancy $389 per person triple occupancy; $479 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $15. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from Boston area locations • Two nights’ accommodations: Sheraton on the Falls, Niagara Falls, ON • Four meals: two buffet breakfasts, two dinners • Sightseeing and touring • Services of Tour Manager

RESERVE BY: August 27, 2012

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verybody loves a sparkling display of lights and decorations at Christmastime, and this getaway to Niagara Falls and the Winter Festival of Lights delivers just that. You’ll check in at the outstanding Sheraton on the Falls, adjacent to Casino Niagara and within walking distance of the Falls and shopping area. The highlight of dinner in the hotel’s Fallsview Room is exactly that—a stunning Falls view! Enjoy free time before touring the village of Niagara-on-theLake and the magnificent poinsettia displays in the Niagara Greenhouses. As darkness descends, the Festival’s lights ignite and the Falls are illuminated by a fabulous palette of color.

You’ll be treated to dinner at a popular restaurant before departing for home the next day.

HOLIDAY in NEW HAMPSHIRE’S WHITE MOUNTAINS Sunday, December 2–Monday, December 3, 2012

$249

per person double occupancy $239 per person triple occupancy; $309 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $10. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from Boston area locations • One nights’ first-class accommodations: North Conway Grand Hotel, North Conway • Two meals: one breakfast, one dinner • White Mountains Scenic Train Ride • Visit Mount Washington Discovery Center • Evening of holiday entertainment at hotel • Services of Tour Manager

us on a classic holiday getaway to New J oin Hampshire’s White Mountains and The

North Conway Grand Hotel. View the spectacular winter wonderland aboard the Conway Scenic Railway and stop for hot mulled cider at the White Mountain Cider Company country store and bakery. Your unforgettable resort offers indoor pool, hot tub, saunas, yearround outdoor pool and Jacuzzi with heated patio area, the Mountainside Tavern and Restaurant and is adjacent to the sixty shops at Settlers’ Green Outlet Village. You’ll enjoy dinner at the hotel followed by an evening of holiday entertainment and free time to shop before you depart for home.

RESERVE BY: August 27, 2012

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HOLIDAY TIME

in Portland, ME via Amtrak

Friday, November 30–Sunday, December 2, 2012

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op aboard AMTRAK’s Downeaster for a magical holiday getaway to surprising Portland! Upon arrival you’ll be whisked into downtown Portland—decked out in Victorian splendor along the restored waterfront—and set off on a unique Maine Foodie Tour to sample the season’s tastiest delights at six stops. Although stops are subject to change you might get a taste of fresh Maine lobster, smoked seafood, artisan cheese, hand-crafted wine or chocolate truffles. Afterwards, you’ll transfer to the ideally located Holiday Inn by the Bay for check-in and refreshments. Situated between the Arts District and the Old Port, the Holiday Inn by the Bay offers a large indoor pool, fitness center and free in-room WiFi. Dinner is on your own this weekend and there are 60 restaurants within walking distance of the hotel to choose from. Also included is admission to the elegant Victoria Mansion—festively adorned for the holidays with ornate Victorian era decorations—and a live performance of Dickens’s holiday classic, A Christmas Carol, at the Portland Stage Company; both are within easy walking distance from the hotel. You may also wish to enjoy a free Horse & Wagon ride amid the lights and sounds of the enchanting downtown area.

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$429

per person double occupancy $399 per person triple occupancy; $569 for single reservations. Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip transportation on AMTRAK from North Station Boston (coach class) • Two nights’ first-class accommodations: Holiday Inn by the Bay, Portland • Full breakfast Saturday and Sunday • Escorted, round-trip, private train station/ hotel transfers • Maine Foodie Culinary Delights Trolley Tour • Saturday evening ticket to Dickens’s A Christmas Carol performance at Portland Stage Company • Admission to Victoria Mansion • Luggage handling at hotel

RESERVE BY: October 12, 2012

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

DRIVE YOURSELF GETAWAYS

OU R A GIF $2 T 50 TO VA YO LU U E

BOSTON SHOPPING WEEKEND Saturday, December 8–Sunday, December 9, 2012

$149

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES:

• One night’s four-star accommodations: The Westin Copley Place • Breakfast on Sunday (gratuities not included) • $50 Gift Certificate for Finale (one certificate for two persons) • Parking for one car per room

for a new holiday tradition? Call L ooking your best friend and hit the town—and

the shops—during The Travel Club’s Holiday Shopping Weekend! Adding a new twist to the “‘tis better to give than to receive” spirit of the season, you’ll check off each gift on your list plus treat yourself to a festive weekend in the city.

Place Mall, The Shops at C opley Prudential and Newbury Street are just

steps from your room at The Westin Copley Place Hotel—where you may wish to relax with a night cap at Bar 10 after power-shopping and savoring a well-earned treat at Finale Desserterie. At such an extraordinary value, it’s bound to become one of your cherished holiday traditions.

RESERVE BY: November 12, 2012

NEW YEAR’S GETAWAY in BOSTON Monday, December 31, 2012–Tuesday, January 1, 2013

$379

per person double occupancy $329 per person triple occupancy; $609 for single reservations.

INCLUDES:

• One night’s deluxe accom­mo­dations: InterContinental Boston • New Year’s Eve Dinner Cruise aboard the Odyssey • Breakfast on Tuesday • Valet parking for one car per room • Drink at RumBa

RESERVE BY: October 31, 2012

ew Year’s Eve is the perfect time to get away even if it’s not too far. Cruise into the New Year with a one-night stay at the InterContinental Boston, a AAA Four Diamond landmark, luxury hotel on the revitalized, historic waterfront. You’ll celebrate the last hours of 2012 aboard the Odyssey and enjoy a special dinner cruise with a front row seat to view Boston Harbor’s First Night Fireworks Display. This five-hour party features live entertainment and dancing, hors d’oeuvres, threecourse plated dinner service and midnight champagne toast. Your deluxe accommodations include high-speed internet, cable/satellite TV, blackout drapes and sound system. Once you’ve arisen in 2013, you may want to indulge in the state-of-the-art health and fitness club, indoor heated pool and steam rooms or just enjoy a peaceful walk through the quiet streets of Boston.

RESERVE online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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CHRISTMASTIME in NEWPORT, RI Friday, December 7–Sunday, December 9, 2012

The Travel Club for the 42nd annual J oin Christmas in Newport—a city-wide festival

celebrating the glorious traditions of the holidays.

Your accommodations at the Hotel Viking place you in the center of the celebrations where you’ll enjoy historic buildings decked out in holiday finery, fun (and free) events and wonderful shopping. The magnificent historic houses put on an amazing holiday display of spectacular evergreens, decorated trees, plus thousands of poinsettias and wreaths. We’ve included a ticket to the Holiday Evening at The Breakers on Saturday, from 6–8 p.m. We’ve also arranged a Newport Gourmet Walking Tour of Bellevue Avenue on Saturday afternoon.

$329

per person double occupancy $529 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

• Two nights’ four-star accommodations: The Hotel Viking, Newport • Continental breakfast Saturday and Sunday • Holiday Evening at The Breakers • Newport Gourmet Walking Tour • Parking at hotel • Luggage handling at hotel

RESERVE BY: October 3, 2012

QUEBEC WINTER CARNIVAL Friday, February 1–Monday, February 4, 2013

in the festivities as Quebec City celebrates J oin the joy and magic of winter with the world’s

largest winter carnival! A highlight on the Quebec event calendar since 1894, this rowdy tradition is a chance to “eat, drink and be merry.” In addition to the Carnival’s revelry, and over the course of two days, you’ll see the Plains of Abraham, the Citadel, Château Frontenac, the unique Ice Hotel, the magnificent Snow Palace, the majestic Shrine of Ste. Anne de Beaupre, dating back to 1658, and the “taller-than-Niagara-Falls” Montmorency Falls. You’ll be carried away by the spectrum of events and activities, including snow rafting, horse-drawn sleigh and dog sled rides, the canoe race on the icy St. Lawrence river, the International Snow Sculpture Competition, and the magical night parades.

$619

per person double occupancy $609 per person triple occupancy; $839 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $40.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

RESERVE BY: October 22, 2012

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select Boston area locations • Three nights’ accommodations: Loews Hotel Le Concorde Quebec, Quebec City • Four meals: three breakfasts, one dinner • Sightseeing and touring • Services of Tour Manager

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MONTMORENCY FALLS

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

CHARLESTON, SAVANNAH & the GOLDEN ISLES Saturday, April 13–Friday, April 19, 2013

$1,719

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,219 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Per person deposit is $600.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Charleston and Savannah to Boston, via a connecting city • Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees • First-class hotel accommodations: three nights Charleston, one night Jekyll Island, two nights Savannah • Six meals: four buffet breakfasts, two dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional Tour Director

OPTIONALS:

Charleston—Southern Plantation Visit and Dinner, Savannah—Southern Dinner and Music evening, SAVANNAH—2n post-tour extension: $299 pp/do

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Locally-guided Charleston tour featuring the Old Citadel, The Battery, Rainbow Row, Charleston Museum and City Market • Free time to explore Charleston independently • Visit to Beaufort on Port Royal Island where you’ll see the waterfront and historic homes and St. Helena Island • Tour of St. Simons Island, including the lighthouse and Fort Frederica National Monument • Free time to explore Jekyll Island • Guided tour of Savannah, including Forsyth Park, River Street, the Cotton Exchange and the Colonial Park Cemetery • Free time to explore Savannah

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xperience the South’s legendary charm on this history-rich trip through South Carolina and Georgia! In Charleston— “America’s Best-Mannered City”—you’ll experience a city brimming with celebrated Colonial, Antebellum and Victorian homes and have a chance to visit Boone Hall, one of the low country’s largest cotton plantations.

Head for the pristine Georgia coast and enjoy stops at charming Beaufort on Port Royal Island and the sea island of St. Helena where you’ll learn about the native Gullah-Geechee culture. You’ll spend a full day in the Golden Isles with free time on Jekyll and an included tour on St. Simons Island. The largest National Historic Landmark District in the U.S., Savannah’s unique allure is evidenced in her cobblestone streets adorned with gaslight lamps and dripping with Spanish moss, manicured gardens, oak-shaded parks and more than twenty city squares filled with museums, churches, mansions, monuments and famous forts of the Revolutionary and Civil War eras.

RESERVE BY: August 27, 2012 RESERVE online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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NEW YEAR’S in ITALY’S BASSANO DEL GRAPPA

Wednesday, December 26, 2012–Wednesday, January 2, 2013

$2,429

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

Triple and single accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

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his lovely town in Italy’s northern Veneto area on the shores of the River Brenta is the perfect place to spend the post Christmas week leading up to New Year’s Eve. Bassano del Grappa’s three charming squares— Piazzotto Montevecchio, Piazza Libertà and Piazza Garibaldi—lined with arcades, cafes and shops make up the historic center whose architecture ranges from medieval to baroque. Along with the famous covered, wooden bridge—the Ponte degli Alpini— Bassano del Grappa is famous for its strong grappa liqueur and locally produced ceramics.

We’ll enjoy excursions to picturesque Marostica whose town square is the image of an enormous chessboard overlooked by hillside castle ruins; tranquil Treviso with meandering canals and a rambling maze of streets lined with arcaded walkways; the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Vicenza whose elegant architecture was influenced by Palladio, and the picturesque wine region of Valdobbiadene. In one-of-a-kind Venice we’ll visit the highlights on a walking tour, have free time and enjoy dinner before we return to our hotel in the late evening. A fullday excursion brings us to the ancient fortress town of Rovereto and elegantly Renaissance Trento to savor the atmosphere of the Italian Alpine Christmas Markets. Buon Anno!

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• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Venice, via Rome • $476 fuel surcharge • $120 air taxes and fees • Six nights’ four-star accommodations: Bonotto Hotel Belvedere, Bassano del Grappa • Nine meals: five buffet breakfasts, four dinners at hotel • New Year’s Eve Dinner: six course dinner with wine, spumanti and dancing • Dinner with wine at local restaurant in Venice • Wine tasting • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Full-day excursion including guided tour of Bassano del Grappa, visit the “Distilleria Nardini” for a grappa tasting, visit to Marostica, excursion to Valdobbiadene including prosecco wine producer and tasting, visit to Treviso, full-day excursion, by train, to Venice including a guided half-day walking tour, free time and dinner, halfday excursion to Vicenza, full-day excursion to the Christmas markets of Rovereto and Trento

RESERVE BY: September 17, 2012 For detailed day-by-day itineraries of all trips visit www.showofthemonth.com/travel or call 617-338-1111, ext 3.

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

NEW YEAR’S in ROME

Wednesday, December 26, 2012–Wednesday, January 2, 2013

VIEW FROM ST. PETER’S BASILICA

$2,179

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,589 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip, non-stop, regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Rome • $496 fuel surcharge • $85 air taxes and fees • Six nights’ three-star accommodations: Hotel Milani • American buffet breakfast daily • New Year’s Eve Dinner at Mangrovia Restaurant • Half-day guided panoramic motorcoach tour • Half-day guided visit to Vatican Museum and St. Peter’s Basilica • Escorted round-trip, private airport/ hotel transfers

RESERVE BY: September 17, 2012

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ibrant and alive! That’s a perfect description of Rome between Christmas and New Year’s. The traditional Christmas Market in Piazza Navona; the grand “presepe” (nativity scenes) in St. Peter’s Square and the Piazza del Popolo; and the beautifully lit Christmas trees at Saint Peter’s, Piazza Venezia and the Colosseum combine to create a joyous, festive glow throughout the city. We’ve included a half-day panoramic coach tour and a half-day guided visit of the Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. You’ll have free time to explore the city on your own, visit the museums, attend a concert and enjoy your hot chocolate at an outdoor café with a heated table! While there’s a nearly endless array of celebrations in Rome on New Year’s Eve—the largest are centered in Piazza del Popolo and near the Colosseum—with music, dancing and fireworks. We’ll enjoy an early (6pm) New Year’s Eve dinner at Mangrovia Restaurant, near our hotel. If you choose, you may join our guide for the short metro ride over to the Colosseum to await the live music starting at 10pm and the midnight fireworks. We’ll also provide a list of other events, celebrations and concerts. On January 1, Rome’s New Year’s Parade proceeds along the grand Via della Conciliazione and ends at St. Peter’s Square for the Pope’s annual blessing. Buon Anno!

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THE AMALFI COAST Saturday, April 13–Sunday, April 21, 2013 Saturday, May 11–Sunday, May 19, 2013

$2,559

per person double occupancy

photo © Fototeca ENIT, photos by Paola Ghirotti

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

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are you know someone who’s C hances accompanied The Travel Club on a holi-

day to this exclusive stretch of Italian coastline. And, when asked about the area, the adjectives start to flow: picturesque, charming, breathtaking, stunning. We guarantee they weren’t exaggerating—yet why not find out for yourself? Steeped in legend, the Amalfi Coast may have been home to the sirens of Greek mythology, calling to travelers like Homer’s Odysseus to stop and linger.

Perhaps it’s the lure of the sirens that entices visitors to this coast, yet perhaps this is simply the Italy that many travelers dream about— 50 miles of pure paradise. Your stay is in Maiori, boasting the “widest and nicest beach on the coast.” You’ll be treated to a guided tour of the excavations at Pompeii followed by a winery visit, a full-day visit to the magical isle of Capri and a full-day excursion devoted solely to Sorrento (including lunch) and Amalfi. The next day you’ll travel, via motorboat, to Positano where you’ll have the entire day to explore on your own. And, for the first time, we’ve included a half-day visit to Ravello including admission to Villa Rufolo and lunch.

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$2,939 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Naples, via Rome • $496 fuel surcharge • $120 air taxes and fees • Seven nights’ four-star accommodations: Hotel San Francesco, Maiori (or similar) • Twenty meals: seven buffet breakfasts, six lunches (including two at local restaurants), seven dinners • One cooking demonstration at hotel, one ceramic lesson • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local guide during excursions

FEATURES:

Half-day guided excursion to Pompeii including a winery visit and lunch; full-day guided excursion to Capri including lunch; full-day excursion to Sorrento and Amalfi including lunch; visit to Positano, half-day guided excursion of Ravello with lunch

NEW FALL 2012 DEPARTURE ADDED! $2,434*

per person double occupancy

Sunday, September 30– Monday, October 8, 2012

Hotel Sole Splendid, Maiori All rooms with balcony and sea view. * INCLUDES fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

CALL IMMEDIATELY TO RESERVE! RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

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CINQUE TERRE

$2,169

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,445 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Florence, via Rome • $440 fuel surcharge • $120 air taxes and fees • Seven nights’ four-star accommodations: Grand Hotel Plaza, Montecatini Terme • Fourteen meals: seven buffet breakfasts, one lunch, six dinners with wine • Wine tasting and light lunch in the Cinque Terre • Wine tasting and light lunch at Fattoria Il Poggio in Montecarlo • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Full-day excursion to Florence, full-day excursion to Lucca and visit to Montecarlo with lunch and wine tasting at Fattoria Il Poggio, full-day excursion to Siena and San Gimignano, full-day guided excursion to the Cinque Terre with light lunch and wine tasting, visit to Montecatini Alto, cooking demonstration at hotel

gorgeous, sun-drenched climate; romantic, rustic surroundings; traditional, delicious cuisine—if you want to experience the Italy of your dreams, this exploration of Tuscany is perfect. You’ll begin by flying to Rome before connecting to Florence and checking into the beautiful Grand Hotel Plaza in the exclusive spa resort of Montecatini Terme. From there you’ll embark on excursions through the Tuscan countryside, visiting Florence—“The Cradle of the Renaissance” and home to the Academy of Fine Arts, the Duomo and Palazzo Vecchio—stunning Lucca, beautiful Siena and astonishing San Gimignano. Near the end of the week you’ll explore the Cinque Terre, five small villages accessible only by foot or boat. This fabulous trip is led by experts so, instead of struggling with guidebooks, you can concentrate on taking photos and, of course, taking in the wondrous surroundings of Tuscany.

RESERVE BY: July 9, 2012

SPRING 2013 DEPARTURES! $2,339*

per person double occupancy

$2,619 for single reservations

April 13–21, 2013 April 20–28, 2013

* INCLUDES fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

RESERVE BY: December 31, 2012

RESERVE online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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LAKE COMO and VENICE Thursday, October 4–Friday, October 12, 2012

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his new holiday from The Travel Club combines two magical yet very different destinations. The poet Percy Shelley once said “This lake exceeds anything I ever beheld in beauty.” And it’s no surprise that Lake Como is called the beauty queen of the Italian Lakes with its sapphire-colored water backed by the snow-capped peaks of the Alps. This palm-lined lake boasts an unlikely Mediterranean climate that has nurtured the spectacular gardens lining its shores. From our accommodations in the old Roman town of Como at the heart of the city directly on the waterfront, we’ll be treated to excursions to Bellagio—one of the most beautiful towns in Italy—and Lugano, Switzerland— cosmopolitan, yet with a “small town” cachet.

Timeless and utterly unique, Venice is a 1,500 year-old floating fairy-tale of piazzas, palazzos and basilicas. Breathtaking art fills its museums and churches, and glorious Renaissance facades line its myriad canals.

We’ll enjoy a guided walking tour of Piazza San Marco and an excursion to the lagoon islands of Murano (known for Venetian glass), Burano (known for exquisite lace) and Torcello—with its magnificent Byzantine-Italian cathedral dating back to 639 A.D. We’ll still have time to enjoy one of the most important pursuits when in Venice—exploring the thousands of small courtyards, alleyways and bridges that amplify its haunting charm.

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$2,684

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,279 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Milan and Venice to Boston, via Rome • $440 fuel surcharge • $125 air taxes and fees • Seven nights’ three- and four-star accommodations • Breakfast daily • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Full-day excursion to Bellagio on Lake Como, full-day excursion to Lugano, Switzerland, half-day guided walking tour of Verona, halfday guided walking tour of Venice, full-day boat excursion to the lagoon islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 DAYS 2–4 DAYS 5–8 DAY 9

Overnight flight from Boston Hotel Metropole Suisse, Como Hotel Anastasia, Venice Return flight to Boston

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

THE ISLAND of ISCHIA and ROME Sunday, October 7–Sunday, October 14, 2012

ISCHIA

$2,399

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,735 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Naples, via Rome and Rome to Boston • Flight from Naples to Rome • $440 fuel surcharge • $120 air taxes and fees • Six nights’ three- and four-star accommodations • Ten meals: six breakfasts, four dinners at Ischia hotel • Wine tasting • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Ischia island tour including La Mortella Botanical Gardens, wine tasting, full-day excursion to Capri, half-day panoramic coach tour in Rome

on a fabled island surrounded by S tay stunning vistas and cap off your holiday

with a visit to the world’s most stunning city—Rome. Called the Emerald Island for its lush pine groves, Ischia—with its mild climate, thermal springs and excellent wines—is a luxurious holiday destination for mainland Italians. The Grand Hotel Delle Terme Re Ferdinando offers a fitness center, swimming pools, sauna, Turkish bath and a panoramic sun terrace. You’ll enjoy a full day in breathtaking Capri with time to shop and have lunch on your own, a wine tasting with local specialties and a visit to La Mortella to wander through its magical landscaped botanic gardens. After a day at leisure (we suggest you visit the magnificent Aragonese Castle), you’ll fly back to Rome for a two-night stay including a get-acquainted tour.

RESERVE BY: July 6, 2012 TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–5 Grand Hotel Delle Terme Re Ferdinando, Ischia DAYS 6–7 Hotel Medici, Rome DAY 8 Return flight to Boston

RESERVE online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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UMBRIA

Monday, October 8–Tuesday, October 16, 2012

$2,184

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,484 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

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mbria, perhaps from the Italian “ombra” or shadow, has been overshadowed by its more famous neighbor, Tuscany. Yet Umbria is just as interesting and breathtaking—and often less crowded. In Spello, “the jewel of Umbria,” our hotel is a restored 18th-century building with medieval origins and is a perfect reflection of the city, offering splendid views and a traditional atmosphere. Trevi, Montefalco and Bevagna boast 12th-century churches, Renaissance monuments and Roman origins, as well as the famous Sagrantino of Montefalco wine—and we’ve included a visit to Caprai Estate for a taste of the local grape as well as local specialties.

Following a delicious extra-virgin olive oil tasting, you’ll visit Foligno and the 1,000-year-old Benedictine Abbey at Sassovivo. Deruta, with its traditional pottery industry dating back a thousand years, and Todi, first inhabited in 2700 B.C., are charming, old world Italian towns with much to discover in their piazzas and lanes.

We’re excited to offer an excursion to vibrant Perugia with its bustling medieval center filled with monuments, cafes and chocolate makers. A highlight is the chocolate historical museum, followed by a visit to a chocolate producer and tasting. As the week winds down you’ll travel to Tuscany and one of the most famous of the old hill towns—Cortona—beautifully depicted in Under the Tuscan Sun. Cortona has it all—art, culture, Roman history, Renaissance architecture and fabulous views from its medieval walls. With rolling hills, lush chestnut groves, ancient hill towns and Roman history, Umbria is indeed the heart of Italy.

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• Round-trip non-stop regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Rome • $440 fuel surcharge • $85 air taxes and fees • Seven nights’ three-star accommodations: Hotel Del Teatro, Spello • Buffet breakfast daily • Welcome and farewell dinners at local restaurants • Wine tasting and snack • Chocolate tasting in Perugia • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Guided tour of Spello, excursion to Trevi, full-day guided excursion to villages of Montefalco and Bevagna, wine tasting at Caprai Estate, visit to an olive oil factory, excursion to Foligno and Sassovivo, full-day guided excursion to Deruta and Todi, full-day excursion to Perugia and Assisi, full-day excursion to Cortona

PERUGIA

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

SICILY and ROME

Friday, October 26–Saturday, November 3, 2012

GREEK AMPHITHEATER, TAORMINA

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,739 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Palermo, via Rome and Rome to Boston • Flight from Catania to Rome • $440 fuel surcharge • $120 air taxes and fees • Seven nights’ three- and four-star accommodations • Buffet breakfast daily • Two dinners at hotel in Taormina • Wine tasting at Donna Fugata Winery • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Half-day guided Palermo tour, half-day excursion to Erice, winery visit, visit to Catania, halfday guided walking tour of Taormina, half-day guided panoramic coach tour of Rome

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ying only 80 miles from the North African coast, Sicily has survived countless invaders— Greeks, Romans, Arabs, French and many more— all attracted to its beauty, fertility and magic. This diversity has created a destination with a unique blend of art, archaeology, history, folklore—all combined with breathtaking scenery and, of course, great food. Quintessentially Italian yet uniquely Sicilian, the region’s mountains, beaches and vineyards have attracted poets, painters and lovers of beauty. This fall we’ll explore Sicily from the storied streets of Palermo to the most famous of all Italian resort towns—Taormina—before ending our holiday with two nights in la bella Roma.

RESERVE BY: July 27, 2012 TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 DAYS 2–3 DAYS 4–6 DAYS 7–8 DAY 9

Overnight flight from Boston Hotel Garibaldi, Palermo Hotel Continentale, Taormina Hotel Medici, Rome Return flight to Boston

“I have never been a fan of tours because I thought the routine too Te stim onial hectic. I liked this tour because it allowed us some free time and the schedule was not hectic.”—Sandra K. s

$2,409

RESERVE online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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ROMAN HOLIDAY

Saturday, November 3–Friday, November 9, 2012 $1,384* Saturday, November 10–Friday, November 16, 2012 $1,384* Saturday, March 16–Friday, March 22, 2013 $1,539*

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ore has been written about Rome than just about any other city in the world. Now it’s your turn to add a chapter! Our five-night getaways are perfect for independent exploration and always sell out!

We’ve secured a special airfare from Alitalia, and added a well-located hotel, daily breakfasts, transfers, and a panoramic coach tour.

Walk the Corso, explore the Colosseum, marvel at the Vatican and live like the Romans do—enjoying leisurely lunches in small trattorias. This is certainly one of the best values in travel today.

RESERVATION DEADLINES: November Trips: August 3, 2012 March Trip: December 10, 2012

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. * Prices are per person double occupancy. NOV: $1,664 for single reservations. MAR: $1,799 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required.

Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip, non-stop, regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Rome • $440–$496 fuel surcharge, $85 air taxes and fees • Five nights’ three-star accommodations: Hotel Milani • American buffet breakfast daily • Half-day guided panoramic motorcoach tour • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers

BARCELONA and ROME

Sunday, November 4–Sunday, November 11, 2012 cosmopolitan, historic, stunning— C hic, the iconic cities of Barcelona and Rome

are a perfect combination for the Travel Club’s ‘city-stay’ getaways. “Barcelona is the epitome of European cool,” c laims Tripadvisor and we agree. This vibrant coastal city has exciting nightlife, outstanding restaurants, gorgeous art deco architecture and the preserved Gothic quarter as well as its signature attraction—Antonio Gaudi’s magnificent La Sagrada Familia Basilica. With nearly 3,000 years of history, the ancients were right—Rome is the Eternal City. Extraordinary ruins, fanciful fountains and incomparable monuments go hand-in-hand with legendary cuisine, fashion and shopping. Visit stunning St. Peter’s Square, lounge in your favorite piazza with a gelato or espresso and soak up “la dolce vita.”

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$1,684

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,060 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Barcelona, via Rome and Rome to Boston • Flight from Barcelona to Rome • $440 fuel surcharge, $115 air taxes and fees • Six nights’ three- and four-star accommodations: three nights Hotel Expo in Barcelona; three nights Hotel Medici in Rome • Buffet breakfast daily • Half-day guided panoramic motorcoach tours of Barcelona and Rome • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

ROMAN HOLIDAY

February School Vacation Week Saturday, February 16–Saturday, February 23, 2013

MICHELANGELO’S LA PIETA

$1,789

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,099 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip, non-stop, regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Rome • $496 fuel surcharge • $85 air taxes and fees • Six nights’ three-star accommodations: Hotel Milani • American buffet breakfast daily • Three half-day sightseeing excursions with professional local tour guides • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers

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“This was our second Club trip and both were well-run, hotels were great, clean with friendly staff. Well done!”—Debra N.

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ore than 2,700 years old, Rome is a historic, artistic and cultural gem. The ancient Romans gave us the Colosseum, Forum, Circus Maximus, Pantheon, Baths of Caracalla and Catacombs. From the Renaissance came Vatican City, St. Peter’s Square and Basilica as well as a priceless array of art treasures. Countless piazzas, palazzi, fountains and churches establish Rome as one of the world’s most beautiful cities.

This holiday includes touring that takes you off the beaten path. You’ll visit the Via Veneto, Porta Pinciana and Borghese Gallery. We’ve included a half-day tour that explores the most beautiful squares and fountains, including Trevi Fountain; Piazza di Spagna (Spanish Steps) and the Barcaccia Fountain; Piazza del Pantheon; and finally, Piazza Navona and the Fountain of the Four Rivers. A new addition to this popular holiday is a chance to unravel Rome’s secrets on an Angels and Demons-inspired guided tour.

You’ll visit some of the enigmatic sights mentioned in the Dan Brown novel and learn about the Illuminati and the Four Altars of Science.

This holiday offers you a glimpse of Imperial Rome; Rome during the artistic explosion of the Renaissance; and the cafes, street corners and colorful lifestyle of Rome today.

RESERVE BY: November 16, 2012

RESERVE online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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FLORENCE GETAWAY

Saturday, November 3–Friday, November 9, 2012 $1,289* Saturday, November 10–Friday, November 16, 2012 $1,289* Sunday, March 17–Saturday, March 23, 2013 $1,539*

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ur popular holidays to Florence are such great value every departure sells out. Once again, we’ve secured an incredibly low airfare from our friends at Alitalia and have paired it with our favorite Florence hotel, the Cellai.

When you add transfers, breakfasts and a tour, this is a true travel bargain! We’ve included a half-day walking tour to acquaint you with the city’s most famous sites. Then you’re on your own to explore and absorb the charm of Florence— one of Italy’s most atmospheric and pleasant places. Don’t miss shopping at the antique flea markets in Piazza dei Ciompi or the jewelry shops along the Ponte Vecchio! It’s pure Italy in one of the world’s most beloved cities—and more affordable than you’d ever dreamed. Book now!

RESERVATION DEADLINES: November Trips: August 3, 2012 March Trip: December 10, 2012

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. * Prices are per person double occupancy. NOV: $1,569 for single reservations. MAR: $1,839 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required.

Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Florence, via Rome • $440–$496 fuel surcharge • $120 air taxes and fees • Five nights’ three-star accommodations: Hotel Cellai • Buffet breakfast daily • Half-day guided walking tour of Florence • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers

ROMANTIC VENICE

Tuesday, November 6–Monday, November 12, 2012

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ccupying 117 islands in the azure waters of the Adriatic, Venice is a watery labyrinth of canals, bridges and the world’s most famous sandbar, the Lido. Enjoy a half-day guided walking tour to acquaint you with this exotic lagoon city. The heart of Venice, Piazza San Marco, looks as perfect as a film set, and the panorama across the water is precisely as Canaletto painted. The Grand Canal is the most beautiful street in Venice, surrounded by opulent architecture and bustling with water-craft! There’s more to Venice than her past glories—follow narrow streets to tiny piazzas, stroll the quayside promenade lined with restaurants and cafés, then stop at Gelateria Nico, the perfect spot to indulge the twin Venetian passions: watching boats and eating gelato!

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$1,604

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $1,934 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Air France flights from Boston to Venice, via Paris • $440 fuel surcharge • $175 air taxes and fees • Five nights’ four-star accommodations: Hotel All’Angelo • Buffet breakfast daily • Half-day guided walking tour • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

FLORENCE GETAWAY February School Vacation Week

Sunday, February 17–Sunday, February 24, 2013

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FLORENCE SUNSET

$1,879

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,219 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Florence, via Rome • $496 fuel surcharge • $120 air taxes and fees • Six nights’ three-star accommodations: Hotel Cellai • Buffet breakfast daily • Half-day guided Florence walking tour • Half-day guided visit to Uffizi Gallery • Full-day guided excursion to Lucca and Pisa • Wine tasting and lunch at Fattoria Il Poggio • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers

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“Many friends encouraged me to take a Club trip. They were right. I Te stim onial thought our guide, Erica, was very good. The Hotel Cellai was certainly a delightful boutique hotel. I have a strong preference for going to one place and hope you have similar trips for other cities.”—Pat F.

like no other European city, F lorence, epitomizes the spirit of the Renaissance.

From the 14th to 16th centuries, the arts, science and architecture flourished here. Giotto, Brunelleschi, da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, Machiavelli, Galileo, Dante and Petrarch all made Florence their home. Today, Florence is a stunning medieval city considered to be one of the world’s most beautiful with its numerous palaces, churches and museums filled with masterful paintings and sculpture. According to UNESCO, 60% of the world’s most important works of art are located in Italy and half of these are in Florence. Don’t be overwhelmed by this breathtaking collection, though—we’ve included a half-day walking tour to acquaint you with the city’s most famous areas and a half-day visit to the Uffizi Gallery. A full-day excursion introduces you to elegant Lucca and includes lunch and a wine tasting before heading to Pisa and the amazing Piazza Miracoli.

The streets of Florence radiate the charm of Italian culture. Don’t miss the delightful antique flea markets at Piazza dei Ciompi, the jewelry shops along Ponte Vecchio, the Boboli Gardens, and the espresso cafés along the Piazza della Repubblica.

RESERVE BY: November 16, 2012 For detailed day-by-day itineraries of all trips visit www.showofthemonth.com/travel or call 617-338-1111, ext 3.

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COOKING in TUSCANY Hands-On Cooking Lessons and Holiday Shopping in Lucca

Saturday, November 10–Sunday, November 18, 2012

$1,995

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,319 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

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f you’d love to impress your family and friends this holiday season, join us in Tuscany for hands-on cooking lessons complemented by touring and shopping for the best gifts under the tree. Ancient, elegant and charming, Lucca offers all we expect from Italy—amazing food, art and architecture, unique shopping—in an unspoiled setting, highlighted by a centuries-old wall surrounding the city. This jewel of Tuscany is still a well-kept secret and the pace of life here is quite relaxed. Hotel Universo—a 16th-century palazzo across from the Ducal Palace— welcomes us with spectacular views and traditionally decorated rooms with modern amenities. A short walk brings us to Gli Orti di via Elisa in Lucca’s historic center. This trattoria pizzeria offers a simple and traditional style of cooking and we’ll don our aprons and roll up our sleeves with proprietor Samuele. We’ll also enjoy an excursion to Pietrasanta—long considered an international center of art and sculpture; Michelangelo chose marble quarried in the mountains above the town and today, artists’ studios mingle with chic shops in the cobbled alleyways. The icing on this holiday treat is a full-day excursion to Florence with a walking tour and free time.

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• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Pisa, via Rome • $440 fuel surcharge • $120 air taxes and fees • Seven nights’ four-star accommodations: Hotel Universo, Lucca • Buffet breakfast daily • Three “hands-on” cooking lessons, followed by lunch • Half-day guided walking tour of Lucca • Full-day excursion to Florence by train with guided walking tour • Half-day excursion to Pietrasanta • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

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“We had a wonderful trip. Our tour guide was exceptional. Christina made sure no details were missed.”—Antonia S.

STOREFRONT IN TUSCANY

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

LIGURIA, ITALY’S RIVIERA Saturday, April 6–Sunday, April 14, 2013

NICE

$2,479

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,799 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Genoa, via Rome • $496 fuel surcharge • $120 air taxes and fees • Seven nights’ three-star accommodations: Hotel Alexander, Sanremo • Nine meals: seven breakfasts, two dinners • Wine tasting • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Half-day Sanremo tour, fulI-day excursion to the Cote d’Azur including Monte Carlo and perfumery in Eze, full-day excursion to Genoa, Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino, visit to village of Dolceacqua, wine tasting, full-day excursion to Nice and Cannes including the Matisse Museum, visit olive oil mill in Albenga

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he Italian Riviera—a slender coastal strip in northwest Italy that flows into the French Riviera—offers breathtaking scenery, a wonderful climate and charming seaside resort towns. In this land of everlasting spring you’ll discover hills covered by olive groves and vineyards, streets lined with palm trees and picturesque villages perched on hilltops. You’ll stay in Sanremo on the “Riviera dei Fiori,” or riviera of flowers, famous for its casino and Russian Orthodox Church. For a glimpse of medieval Italy, wander into “la Pigna” (pine cone), Sanremo’s Old Town, characterized by steep streets, covered alleys and little squares. You’ll enjoy two excursions to the nearby French Riviera to exclusive Monte Carlo, Nice and Cannes, including the Matisse Museum in Nice, a stroll along the “Croisette”—Cannes’ seaside promenade—and a visit to a French perfumerie in the village of Eze. Catch a glimpse of old town Genoa before heading to seaside Santa Margherita Ligure and a cruise to the world-famous resort of Portofino. This special vacation is enhanced by a visit to an olive oil mill and a wine tasting.

RESERVE BY: December 31, 2012 For detailed day-by-day itineraries of all trips visit www.showofthemonth.com/travel or call 617-338-1111, ext 3.

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SOUTHERN TUSCANY Including a Castle Stay

Thursday, April 4–Friday, April 12, 2013

$2,929

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

Call for single reservations. Fuel surcharge and air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

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us next April as we discover the charms J oin of Southern Tuscany. We’ll start at the cas-

tle—actually, we’ll start with a three-night stay at the castle, Castello di Tornano, situated in the wooded hills of the Chianti region. Dating back to the 10th-century, recent restructuring has left the medieval architecture intact while creating a unique boutique hotel. From the wine cellar located in the castle’s old prison to a rooftop Jacuzzi, our stay will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We’ll visit astonishing San Gimignano, a walled medieval hill-town, and Siena, whose piazza is thought by many to be the most beautiful in Italy. Here we’ll enjoy a walking tour and dinner. A highlight of the tour is an excursion to Arezzo to wander its famous monthly antique fair. We’ll depart Chianti for Chianciano Terme and stop en-route at Cortona whose charms we remember from Under the Tuscan Sun, and enjoy a walking tour of this ancient city. We’ll enjoy an excursion to hilltop Montalcino—a lovely wine village—where we’ll be treated to a wine tasting and visit to the 8th-century St. Antimo Abbey. In well-preserved Montepulciano—the biggest and highest of southern Tuscany’s hill towns—we’ll sample the local wine, known for its superior flavor since the 8th century. With regal accommodations, breathtaking Tuscan hill towns and spectacular wine— Southern Tuscany awaits you.

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• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Florence, via Rome and Rome non-stop to Boston • $496 fuel surcharge • $105 air taxes and fees • Seven nights’ three- and four-star accommodations • Breakfast daily • Dinner with wine at Castello di Tornano • Dinner with wine in Siena • Four dinners with wine at Hotel Perugina • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Wine tasting at Castello di Tornano, full-day excursion to San Gimignano and Siena, guided walking tour of Siena, dinner in Siena, excursion to Arezzo including guided walking tour and visit to the antique market, guided walking tour of Cortona, excursion to Montalcino including wine tasting and visit of St. Antimo Abbey, excursion to Pienza with pecorino cheese tasting, wine tasting in Montepulciano, free day in Chianciano on market day

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–4 Castello di Tornano, Gaiole in Chianti DAYS 5–8 Hotel Perugina, Chianciano Terme DAY 9 Return flight to Boston

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

ITALIAN TREASURES

Rimini, Ravenna, Bologna, Padua and San Marino Saturday, May 4–Sunday, May 12, 2013

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MOSAIC IN RAVENNA

$2,759

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,059 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge and air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Bologna and Venice to Boston, via Rome • $496 fuel surcharge • $120 air taxes and fees • Seven nights’ three- and four-star accommodations • Eleven meals: seven continental/buffet breakfasts, four dinners with wine in Rimini • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Full-day excursion to Bologna, visit the Lamborghini Museum, full-day excursion to Ravenna and Faenza, full-day excursion to Republic of San Marino and visit to San Leo, panoramic guided tour in Ferrara, full-day excursion to Venice including guided walking tour, guided tour of Padua

milia Romagna is a kaleidoscope of wonders from the shores of the Adriatic Riviera to the castles of the countryside. Our accommodations for four nights will be in the resort of Rimini at the Villa Adriatica located on the seaside promenade. The elegant Libertystyle villa—dating back to 1880—offers a pool and Jacuzzi, garden, bar and restaurant. We’ll begin in Bologna, located on the ancient Roman road Via Emilia, and visit its perfectly preserved medieval center. This handsome, red-bricked city is home to Europe’s oldest university and has a lively atmosphere. Be sure to tuck away your checkbook before our next stop at the Lamborghini Museum in nearby Sant’Agata! Our excursion to Ravenna highlights the stunning 5th–6th century Byzantine mosaics adorning the walls of its churches and monuments. A pinnacle of civilization in Europe’s Dark Ages, Ravenna now boasts eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Leaving Italy, we’ll travel (30 minutes) to the world’s smallest sovereign state, The Republic of San Marino—24 square miles; completely surrounded by Italy; 1,700 years of history; a main square named “Liberty”; and three impressive fortresses dominating the landscape. Be sure to purchase a San Marino postage stamp and have your passport stamped—for a small fee! Departing Rimini, we’ll visit Renaissance-era Ferrara, whose historic center has earned it UNESCO status, before arriving in Padua, a star in both Roman and medieval times. We’ll marvel at the colonnaded old town, and you may wish to view (on your own) Giotto’s remarkable frescoes at the Scrovegni Chapel or the Basilica of Saint Anthony. Our charming accommodations will be in the historic center of Padua at the Albergo Verdi, close to the market squares. The icing on the cake will be stylish Venice!

RESERVE BY: December 31, 2012 For detailed day-by-day itineraries of all trips visit www.showofthemonth.com/travel or call 617-338-1111, ext 3.

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YOUR WEEK in PARIS

Thursday, November 8–Wednesday, November 14, 2012 $1,704* Saturday, February 16–Friday, February 22, 2013 $1,719* Saturday, March 16–Friday, March 22, 2013 $1,719*

NOTRE DAME CATHEDRAL

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hether it’s your first trip to Paris or your twenty-first, this Travel Club classic remains one of the best values in travel today! For the November getaway we’ve selected accommodations at the Saint Petersbourg in the eclectic 9th arrondissement on the Right Bank, a stately area well-known for its Belle-Epoque department stores and elegant shopping galleries. Nearby Galeries-Lafayette and Printemps—two of Paris’s largest stores—offer fantastic views from their roof-top terraces. If you travel in February or March you’ll stay in the historic Latin Quarter— the heart of the Left Bank—known for its lively atmosphere, cafes and bistros. Accommodations will be at the Hotel Moderne St Germain in the Saint Michael district, close to the Pantheon, the banks of the Seine and its booksellers, and Notre Dame. Although you may know exactly what you want to see, our suggestions include: The Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral, Musée d’Orsay, The Sorbonne and the Latin Quarter, Arc de Triomphe and the Champs-Elysées, Sacre Coeur and Montmartre, Père Lachaise Cemetery and a boat tour on the Seine River.

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. * Prices are per person double occupancy. NOV: $1,624 per person triple occupancy; $2,094 for single reservations. FEB & MAR: $1,699 per person triple occupancy; $2,139 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip, non-stop, regularly scheduled Air France flights from Boston to Paris • $440–$496 fuel surcharge • $125 air taxes and fees • Five nights’ superior three-star accommodations: November, Hotel Saint Petersbourg; February and March, Hotel Moderne St Germain • Continental breakfast daily • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers

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RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

PARIS and NICE

Sunday, September 23–Monday, October 1, 2012

LOUVRE, PARIS

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,184 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Air France flights from Boston to Paris and Nice to Boston, via Paris • Flight from Paris to Nice • $440 fuel surcharge, $195 air taxes and fees • Seven nights’ three-star accommodations: three nights Best Western Ronceray in Paris; four nights Holiday Inn in Nice • Breakfast daily • Half-day guided tour in Paris • Full-day excursion to Cannes and Monte Carlo • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers

us this fall for a bit of “joie de vivre” J oin that pairs the City of Light with the

uber-exclusive south of France. Elegant and romantic, Paris is unforgettable whether you’re strolling the Champs-Elysees, catching an incomparable view during a Seine cruise, shopping for haute couture or losing yourself amidst the masterpieces in the Louvre. From Nice, in the heart of the French Riviera, you’ll enjoy a full-day excursion to Cannes and Monte Carlo and free time to explore on your own. We suggest a cafe along the Promenade des Anglais, a stop at the famous flower market and a visit to the Matisse Museum. Isn’t it time you made your own “French connection”?

RESERVE BY: June 22, 2012

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“Just came back from your Amalfi trip and it was wonderful!”

—Karen G.

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PARIS and ROME

Thursday, October 18–Thursday, October 25, 2012

COLOSSEUM, ROME

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aris is a million different things to a million different people,” states the travel guide Lonely Planet. Infinitely charming and quintessentially romantic, Paris can fulfill all your vacation dreams with jaw-dropping museums, eclectic neighborhoods, endless shopping and an inviting cafe on every corner. And Rome, with a 3,000-year heritage, it’s no wonder that every Roman street tells a story. The columns of the Pantheon and the ruins of the Colosseum speak of Rome’s bold Imperial history, while the countless piazzas adorned with flowers and fountains whisper the secrets of “la dolce vita.” Join us on the Travel Club’s first getaway that combines these two fascinating cities in one trip. A perfect introduction for the first time visitor!

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$2,039

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INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,575 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Paris, via Rome and Rome to Boston • Flight from Paris to Rome • $440 fuel surcharge, $140 air taxes and fees • Six nights’ three-star accommodations: three nights Best Western Ronceray in Paris; three nights Hotel Medici in Rome • Breakfast daily • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers

“I would like to state how very much I enjoyed the trip this year to Rome. The one-city trip makes the price affordable. I enjoyed the three guided tours. Our guide, Michele, was wonderful and informative. As for Lara, she is a treasure herself. I have traveled in the past and I have never had guides of the quality of these two. Congratulations to you!”—Debra S.

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RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

GOLDEN PRAGUE

Saturday, May 11–Saturday, May 18, 2013

$2,499

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,019 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Visitors to the Czech Republic are required to have travel/health insurance. The health insurance must cover medical services abroad with minimum coverage $38,000. You will be required to have proof of this coverage to enter the country. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Lufthansa flights from Boston to Prague, via Frankfurt • $496 fuel surcharge • $155 air taxes and fees • Six nights’ four-star accommodations: Novotel Wenceslas Square • Breakfast daily • River Cruise with dinner • Lunch during Karlovy Vary tour • Farewell dinner at local restaurant • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local guide during excursions

FEATURES:

Half-day guided walking tour of Prague Castle, full-day guided walking tour of the Old Town and Jewish Quarter, guided excursion to Kutna Hora, full-day guided excursion to Karlovy Vary including lunch

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PRAGUE CASTLE

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rague is an old and glorious city with history carved into every cobblestone of its narrow streets. In 1992 Prague’s historic center became listed in the UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage Register.

Known as “the Mother of Cities”—the oldest, the most beautiful or the richest city—Prague is one of a few European capitals whose architecture has remained unmarred by war for the last 600 years. As a result, the preserved city center offers an uninterrupted array of buildings from thousand-year old Romanesque rotundas to ornate Art Deco mansions. Enjoy a walking tour of Prague Castle, the largest castle area in the world with three courtyards and magnificent buildings. In the old Jewish Quarter, you’ll see the remains of the former Jewish ghetto and the overturned gravestones in the second oldest cemetery in Europe. Venturing into the Czech countryside, you’ll visit Karlovy Vary, a beautiful spa town located in Western Bohemia and a scene stealer in the recent James Bond film, Casino Royale. Be sure to stroll its magnificent riverside promenade. In Kutna Hora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you’ll visit the spectacular Gothic Cathedral of Saint Barbara dating back to 1368 and the Sedlec Ossuary or “bone church” in which the skeletal remains of up to 40,000 people have been arranged into decorative shapes. The quintessential Bohemian capital, Prague draws an international crowd of art lovers, culture enthusiasts and, of course, romantics.

RESERVE BY: December 31, 2012

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VIENNA ADVENTURE Saturday, April 27–Friday, May 3, 2013

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urope’s classiest capital,” claims Rick Steves, one of America’s leading travel authorities. With its grand imperial palaces, provocative museums, magnificent squares, coffee houses and cozy wine taverns plus 280 imperial parks and gardens that enrich the cityscape, Vienna was voted the world’s most livable city for the third year in a row. Offering more classical music performances a year than any other city in the world and boasting one of the world’s greatest art collections in the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna is an inspiring city to visit.

It is also known for gourmet fare, decadent desserts and gracious hospitality. We’ll enjoy a half-day guided tour that includes entrance to the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, the Habsburg’s summer palace.

Another special treat is a full-day excursion through the Danube Valley and a visit to magnificent Melk Abbey; a wine tasting and lunch; and then we’ll top off our holiday with an evening concert at the Kursalon (or similar venue.)

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$2,629

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,139 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Lufthansa flights from Boston to Vienna, via Frankfurt • $496 fuel surcharge • $150 air taxes and fees • Five nights’ four-star accommodations: Hotel Astoria • Buffet breakfast daily • Lunch on Danube Valley excursion • Wine tasting • Half-day guided city tour including Schönbrunn Palace • Full-day Danube Valley excursion including Melk Abbey • Evening concert at Kursalon (or similar venue) • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers

“This was a wonderful trip experience. Hotels were excellent.

Tour guides were highly professional.”—Melinda G.

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

photo © Marco Regalia, Shutterstock.

O’BRIEN’S TOWER, CLIFFS OF MOHER

a WEEK in IRELAND Over St. Patrick’s Day! Tuesday, March 12–Tuesday, March 19, 2013

$2,109

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,319 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $500.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Shannon and Dublin to Boston, via a connecting city • Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees • Three-star accommodations: two nights Galway, one night Cork, three nights Dublin • Seven meals: five buffet breakfasts, two dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip, airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional Tour Director

FEATURES:

Guided half-day tour of Galway, free time in Galway, drive through the Burren, visit the Cliffs of Moher, visit Blarney Castle, guided tour of Dublin including St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Trinity College to view the Book of Kells, free time in Dublin; OPTIONALS: Cork—Castle Banquet Dinner; Dublin— Traditional Irish Evening with dinner, Powerscourt & Glendalough full-day tour

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hose who’ve experienced the revelry of a St. Patrick’s Day in Boston know that it’s as Irish as you can come without setting foot on the Auld Sod. Now, however, the Travel Club offers you the chance to do just that! Your six-night March excursion starts in Galway, where you’ll leisurely tour Eyre Square and the 16th-century Spanish Arch along the Corrib River, before heading off to marvel at the majestic Cliffs of Moher—rising 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean—en route to Cork. In this charming city, stroll over the criss-crossing canals and shop for local delicacies at Princes Street Market before heading off to 15th-century Blarney Castle to gain the gift of gab from a kiss of the Blarney Stone. From there, you’ll get to soak in the verdant beauty of the Irish countryside en route to Dublin. You’ll have two full days in the capital city, where you’ll visit Trinity College, view the illuminated Book of Kells, marvel at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, then join in the celebration at the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Don’t forget to raise a pint of Guinness to old St. Pat as you toast all Ireland has to offer!

RESERVE BY: August 27, 2012 After deadline, call for availability.

For detailed day-by-day itineraries of all trips visit www.showofthemonth.com/travel or call 617-338-1111, ext 3.

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THE AZORES

The Island of Sao Miguel April School Vacation Week Friday, April 12–Friday, April 19, 2013

SETE CIDADES

the first time, The Travel Club heads F orto the exotic Azores. With breathtaking

volcanic craters, lush gardens, hot springs and stunning coastal views, the Azores are reminiscent of both Hawaii and Ireland. A nonstop flight from Boston brings you to beautiful Sao Miguel—the Green Island—in just four-and-a-half hours. From your downtown accommodations in colorful Ponta Delgada, you’re close to museums, monuments and historic landmarks as well as lively markets, lovely parks and plenty of cafés, restaurants and shops. Visit the famous crater lakes at Sete Cidades—and perhaps discover why one lagoon is blue and the other green— the mystical Fire Lake, and the hot springs in the Valley of Furnas. You’ll be entertained at a tea plantation and passion fruit liqueur factory, enjoy a traditional Azorean feast cooked underground by the hot springs and be treated to a demonstration by the amazing Lusitano horses. Add in quaint villages, tropical waterfalls, botanic gardens and a full day to explore on your own and you’ll understand why National Geographic Magazine rates the Azores as one of the top ten vacation spots in the world!

RESERVE BY: November 7, 2012 For detailed day-by-day itineraries of all trips visit www.showofthemonth.com/travel or call 617-338-1111, ext 3.

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$2,158

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,158 per person triple occupancy; $2,408 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $110. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $400.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip, direct, non-stop, regularly scheduled SATA Airlines flights from Boston to Sao Miguel • Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees • Six nights’ four-star accommodations: Acores Atlantico, Ponta Delgada (or similar) • Thirteen meals: six breakfasts, two lunches, five dinners • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional local Tour Manager

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Ponta Delgada orientation tour • The famed crater lake areas of Sete Cidades, Valley of Furnas and Lagoa do Fogo • A ceramic factory visit and a liqueur factory tasting • The Caldeira Velha waterfall • Terra Nostra Botanic Gardens and Lusitano horses demonstration • The fields and factory of Europe’s only tea plantation

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

PORTUGUESE RIVIERA

Wednesday, September 19–Wednesday, September 26, 2012

$2,099

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,479 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Air France flights from Boston to Lisbon, via Paris • $370 fuel surcharge • $130 air taxes and fees • Six nights’ four-star accommodations: Hotel Eden Estoril, Estoril • Breakfast daily • Welcome drink on arrival • Wine tasting • Lunch on full-day Arrabida excursion • Farewell Dinner with folklore show at hotel • Escorted round-trip, private airport/ hotel transfers • Services of professional local guide during excursions

FEATURES:

Half-day guided panoramic tour of Lisbon, halfday guided excursion to Queluz, Sintra and Cascais, full-day guided excursion to Arrabida including wine-tasting in Azeitao, Sesimbra’s Castle and Pousada do Castelo in Palmela

PENA PALACE IN SINTRA

NATIONAL PALACE OF SINTRA

Columbus set sail for the New C hristopher World under the aegis of Portugal, though

you’ll wonder why he ever left as you discover the beauty and riches of the “Portuguese Riviera.” Estoril is hailed as the “Playground of Kings” and you’ll walk in royal footsteps at the Palace of Queluz and the medieval castles of Sesimbra. Explore the heart of Lisbon in Rossio and Alfama, and drink in the Old World culture in Azeitao, a small village nestled in the mountainous Arrabida region where vintners have been creating sweet moscatel wine for centuries. The Arrabida region is also home to a Natural Park, pristine beaches and more than 35 km of dazzling limestone mountains. Scenic fishing villages dot the coastline and your stops include Cascais and Sintra, offering stunning views that remain unchanged since Columbus pulled up anchor 500 years ago. Surrounded by all this beauty and culture, we’re still not sure why he left! You’ll be hardpressed to leave as well.

RESERVE BY: June 20, 2012

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SPANISH FLING Madrid & Costa del Sol

Sunday, March 10–Sunday, March 17, 2013

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adrid—often called “the most Spanish of Spain’s cities” and Marbella—whose motto is “A Way of Life”— create a wonderful combination for this March getaway. An astonishing array of museums and art galleries add to Madrid’s sophisticated style, while a vibrant nightlife and astounding variety of restaurants make Madrid the queen of living the good life. During our stay we’ll enjoy a panoramic tour and a full-day excursion to Toledo, “the city of the three cultures”—Christian, Jewish and Arabic. This spectacular World Heritage City has a mix of artistic styles where synagogues, mosques and churches nestle together in the narrow streets.

A favorite destination for the rich and famous, Marbella’s miles-long coastline of sunny beaches makes it one of the Costa del Sol’s most popular resorts with a 10-mile long boardwalk teeming with coffee shops, cafes and bars. The city’s old-world charm is found in its old town. The Moorish “casco antiguo” is full of narrow white-washed streets, old churches and squares, shops, galleries, bars and bistros and at its heart is Orange Square, dating back to 1485 and full of flowers and orange trees. We’ll embark on a full-day tour including free time in Puerto Banus—a lovely marina area surrounded by trendy boutiques, cozy outdoor cafés, and lively nightclubs—and an excursion to Malaga for a tour of the old town and La Alcazaba, an 11th-century hilltop Arab fortress whose Citadel is one of the best preserved Arab structures in Andalucia, with more than 100 towers, three palaces and several gardens.

RESERVE BY: December 1, 2012 TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–4 Hotel Coloso, Madrid DAYS 5–7 Hotel NH San Pedro, Marbella DAY 8 Return flight to Boston

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TOLEDO, SPAIN

$2,499

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,799 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge and air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Iberia Airlines flights from Boston to Madrid and Malaga to Boston, via Madrid • $476 fuel surcharge • $105 air taxes and fees • Six nights’ three- and four-star accommodations • Breakfast daily • Half-day panoramic guided Madrid tour • Excursion to Toledo • Full-day guided Marbella tour • Excursion to Malaga including admission to the Alcazaba • Escorted, round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

February School Vacation Week

COSTA RICA

Enchanting Rainforest and Pacific Coast Beach Resort Saturday, February 16–Saturday, February 23, 2013

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,599 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Delta Airlines flights from Boston to San Jose and Liberia to Boston, via Atlanta • Fuel surcharge and air taxes and fees • Seven nights’ first-class accommodations • Twelve meals: seven breakfasts, five dinners (including one at Eco-Termales hot springs) • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring via modern motorcoach • Services of professional Tour Manager

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Visit La Selva Biological Station tropical research center and enjoy a nature walk • Participate in a Latin Dance Class • Visit a Pineapple Plantation for a tour and tasting • Enjoy a Chocolate Tour at cacao plantation, including suspension bridges hike and tasting of organic rainforest chocolate • Evening guided Bat Tour featuring opportunity to touch, feed and release bats back into the wild plus a nature walk • Visit Arenal Volcano National Park • Visit Eco-Termales La Fortuna Hot Springs for a thermal swim • Float trip on Peñas Blancas River • Sky tram and sky walk • Beach resort on northern Pacific coast

RESERVE BY: November 5, 2012

Rica is Central America’s jewel, an C osta eco-tourism haven with an enlightened

approach to conservation that ensures its lush jungles are home to playful monkeys, languid sloths, crocodiles, countless lizards and a mind-boggling assortment of exotic birds, insects and butterflies. Considered one of the most bio-diverse regions on earth, Costa Rica is divided into natural parks, reserves and protected areas that captivate nature lovers.

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Flight from Boston DAYS 1–3 Sarapiquis Rainforest Lodge: combination of ecolodge and museum, modeled after a 15th century preColumbian vllage, located amidst lush gardens and orchards, all rooms have covered terrace DAYS 4–5 Los Lagos Hotel, Spa & Resort, La Fortuna: set amidst 1,000 acres of tropical forest and wide landscapes, spectacular view to Arenal Volcano, wide tropical gardens with seven pools, four with natural hot springs DAYS 6–7 Flamingo Beach Resort, Guanacaste: features beautiful eco-beach, spa, casino, fitness center, onsite dining DAY 8 Return flight to Boston

“A great time. Though we knew no one at the start, the group bonded Te stim onial early. The guide was superb. Loved the hikes and activities such as hot springs and waterfall swim. Liked the idea that dinners were pre-planned but lunch was open many days to taste the local fare. Can’t wait until our next Club tour.”—Joel G. s

$2,859

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Collette Vacations

HEART OF CUBA

Thursday, October 4–Friday, October 12, 2012

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his once in a lifetime opportunity is a unique and inspiring people-to-people cultural exchange to explore the cultural and historic treasures of Cuba. Collette Travel Service, Inc. d/b/a Collette Vacations (“Collette”) has been issued a license (license number CT-18568) by the Department of Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) which authorizes registered guests of our programs, under the auspices of Collette, to legally travel to Cuba, to participate and engage in a full time schedule of authorized educational exchange activities in Cuba, which will involve meaningful interaction between you and people in Cuba. Prior to departure, Collette will provide you with a Letter of Authorization to confirm your legal travel status, the authorized travel agenda and activities, and your recordkeeping responsibilities.

CALL IMMEDIATELY TO RESERVE! For detailed day-by-day itineraries of all trips visit www.showofthemonth.com/travel or call 617-338-1111, ext 3.

$4,299

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge, all air taxes and fees and $50 for mandatory Cuba visa. $4,699 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $220. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver.

Purchase must be made at time of booking.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Havana, via Miami • Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees • Eight nights’ first-class accommodations: Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel, Miami (one night), Hotel Quinta Avenida, Havana (seven nights) • Eighteen meals: eight breakfasts, four lunches, six dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional Tour Manager

HIGHLIGHTS: • “Life in Cuba Today” lecture, dinner at Divina Pastora Restaurant, visit La Cabana Castle • Visit Old Havana: Maqueta de la Ciudad de La Habana Museum, lecture by a city planner • Walking tour of pedestrian-only “Old Havana,” visit Catedral de la Habana, meet primary school students in city center, visit Caritas Cuba (a non-governmental Catholic charity), dinner at El Aljibe • Visit Pinar del Rio region and the town of Vinales, visit with an organic farmer for an informative tour of his crops, visit a tobacco farmer and have a cigar rolling lesson, visit a primary school • Visit Varadero, pottery-making demonstration at Taller de Ceramica Artistica, enjoy lunch at famous DuPont House in Front of the Sea • Matanzas city tour, including speciallyarranged visit to the 1879 Triolet pharmacy/museum, classical music concert

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• Visit Havana’s Plaza de la Revolucion, visit Museum of the Revolution • Visit National Aquarium for a workshop on marine conservation efforts, visit arts & crafts market and meet local artists, “Sounds of Cuba” lecture and live traditional music • Visit day care center for underprivileged children, visit Guanabacoa museum, visit home of Ernest Hemingway • Explore the Cuban Fine Arts Museum and enjoy presentation by a local art historian • Dinner at a local paladar—a small specialty restaurant—and meet the proprietors • Visit a cigar factory, visit home of Jose Fuster and meet one of his apprentices • Lunch at popular La Ferminia restaurant, visit Latin American Medical School • Visit the U.S. Interests Section and learn about U.S. policy towards Cuba • Drive to Plaza de San Francisco de Asis in one of the antique American cars the city is known for

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

the CLASSIC CHRISTMAS MARKETS of EUROPE

Munich, Innsbruck, Wurzburg, Nuremberg and Strasbourg Saturday, December 1–Sunday, December 9, 2012

INNSBRUCK

INNSBRUCK CHRISTMAS MARKET

$2,629

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,599 per person triple occupancy; $2,819 for single reservations. Single reservations for this tour are limited. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $220. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required.

Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Munich and Zurich to Boston, via a connecting city • Fuel surcharge and air taxes and fees • Seven nights’ first-class accommodations • Eleven meals: seven breakfasts, four dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring

FEATURES:

Oberammergau, Bavarian Alps, Innsbruck city tour, Munich panoramic tour, Wurzburg tour, Nuremberg tour, Rothenburg, Black Forest, private church choir concert, the Alsace, Strasbourg tour. OPTIONALS: Innsbruck— Seefeld Alpine Village

RESERVE BY: June 25, 2012

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elcome the Christmas season in “Old World” style and delight in holiday shopping at the traditional Christmas Markets of Germany, Austria and France. Begin in Oberammergau, a charming Bavarian Alpine village before you journey through Austria’s Tyrol to Innsbruck, in the heart of the mountains. See the Hofburg (Imperial Palace) and the Golden Roof, an Innsbruck landmark decorated with 2,657 fire-gilded copper tiles for Maximilian I, Holy Roman Emperor in 1500, before leisure time at the Christmas market. In Munich you’ll enjoy a panoramic tour followed by a chance to stroll the Christmas market. In the Franconia region you’ll visit the ancient wine town of Wurzburg (and its Christmas market), historic Nuremberg—whose Christmas market dates back to 1628—and the medieval walled town of Rothenburg. Travel through the heart of the famous Black Forest and the Alsace wine valley to Strasbourg, France for a guided tour of the old quarter, a visit to the Christmas market and a farewell dinner at a famous local restaurant.

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 DAYS 2–4 DAYS 5–6 DAYS 7–8 DAY 9

Overnight flight from Boston Alte Post, Oberammergau* Mercure Maininsel, Franconia Hofgut Sternen, Black Forest Return flight to Boston

*or similar

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CANADA’S WINTER WONDERLAND Featuring the Chateau Lake Louise and Banff Springs Hotel Saturday, December 8–Friday, December 14, 2012

$3,079

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

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f you think that you have to travel far and wide to see rare and beautiful landscapes—think again. Our friends to the north have cornered the market on take-yourbreath-away winter adventures. Whether you’re headed off on a romantic excursion or a friends-for-life voyage, you’ll find plenty of pleasure in Canada. Begin your journey on Rail Canada’s Snow Train Express. Allow the stress of life melt away as you gaze upon the Canadian Rockies. When you arrive, relaxed and refreshed, prepare to be adventurous by trying elk, caribou or bison at The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge’s Game Meat Dinner. While you’re trying new things, why not go for a morning ice skate on Lac Beauvert or stare in awe at some honest to goodness glaciers? From Jasper you’ll move on to The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, a Victorian-style lodge. Here you’ll learn to make fondue—a dish that is known to inspire new friendships and great memories. The wildlife is sure to impress as well. Take a sleigh ride around Lake Louise and keep your eyes peeled for animal tracks! You’ll want to snap that perfect picture to go along with your perfect vacation in Canada’s Winter Wonderland.

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$3,049 per person triple occupancy; $3,569 for single reservations. Single reservations for this tour are limited. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change.

Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $165.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Edmonton, AB and Calgary, AB to Boston, via a connecting city • Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees • Six nights’ first-class accommodations • Nine meals: six breakfasts, three dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring

FEATURES:

Rail Canada’s Snow Train Express, Canadian Rockies, Icefields Parkway, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise lake view room, cooking demonstration, Lake Louise sleigh ride, Banff, Castle in the Mountains. OPTIONALS: Jasper— Maligne Canyon Icewalk, Canmore—Soar over Spray Valley Helicopter Tour, Soar through the Mountains Helicopter Tour, Soar to Mt. Assiniboine Helicopter Tour, Banff—Dinner and star gazing, Lake Louise Snowshoe

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Flight from Boston Westin Hotel, Edmonton, AB DAY 2 The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Jasper, AB DAYS 3–4 The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Lake Louise, AB DAYS 5–6 The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Banff, AB DAY 7 Return flight to Boston

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

the FLAVORS of THAILAND Friday, February 15–Thursday, February 28, 2013

$3,879

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,849 per person triple occupancy; $4,219 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $220. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Bangkok, via a connecting city • Inter-country flights from Bangkok to Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai to Bangkok • Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees • Twelve nights’ first-class accommodations • 24 meals: twelve breakfasts, seven lunches, five dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–6 Rembrandt Hotel, Bangkok DAYS 7–8 Imperial Golden Triangle, Chiang Rai DAYS 9–12 Movenpick Suriwongse Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai DAY 13 Rembrandt Hotel, Bangkok DAY 14 Return flight to Boston

FEATURES:

Bangkok’s Golden Buddha and Reclining Buddha, Grand Palace, klong canal boat tour, Jim Thompson House, Mae Klong Market, Damnoen Saduak floating market, Kanchanburi’s JEATH War Museum, Bridge over the River Kwai, Chiang Rai, Mae Fah Luang Garden, Golden Triangle, Mekong River cruise, Chiang Mai’s Akha and Lisu hill villages, Maesa Elephant Camp. OPTIONALS: Bangkok Street Food Tour, Rice Barge Dinner Cruise, Thai Cooking Class, Traditional Thai Massage; HONG KONG 2n pre-tour extension, ANGKOR WAT 4n post-tour extension

RESERVE BY: September 10, 2012

ROYAL PALACE, BANGKOK

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he land of smiles!” This exotic destination in South East Asia, known as “The Golden Land” due to its rich and diverse culture and the warm welcome you receive from the Thai people, offers an array of captivating excursions unrivaled in Western culture. Begin in the city of Bangkok with its ornate Buddhist temples and the Grand Palace and enjoy lunch overlooking the Chao Phraya River. Explore Bangkok’s klongs (canals) aboard a long-tail boat, visit the amazing Mae Klong Market and the Damnoen Saduak floating market. The history of World War II in Thailand will be conveyed at the JEATH War Museum, aboard the notorious Death Railway and a stroll along the Bridge over the River Kwai. Travel into the heart of the Golden Triangle where the borders of Thailand, Laos and Burma meet, for a Mekong River long-tail boat ride. In the lush jungles near Chiang Mai, you’ll visit the Maesa Elephant Camp; at the Sankampaeng Handicraft Village you’ll watch teak artisans at work; and finally, you’ll enjoy dinner at an art gallery overlooking the river.

RESERVE online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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CLASSIC SPAIN

Madrid, Sevilla, Granada, Cordoba,Valencia, Barcelona Saturday, February 16–Tuesday, February 26, 2013

$3,129

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,099 per person triple occupancy; $3,669 for single reservations. Single reservations for this tour are limited. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change.

Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $220.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES: PARC GUELL, BARCELONA

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he most popular Spanish cuisine is tapas—small sample-sized dishes that offer a variety of different and exotic tastes.

Consider this tour of Spain to be the travel equivalent—a chance to experience all Spain has to offer in “bite-sized” explorations of its most popular cities. You’ll arrive in Madrid and spend two days touring the heart of España, complete with a guided tour of the Prado Museum and a sidetrip to Spain’s medieval capital, Toledo. Next, you’ll visit the Moorish city of Cordoba, and tour the Mezquita, a glorious 8th-century mosque. From there, you’ll move on to Sevilla, visit Christopher Columbus’ tomb and end your evening with an authentic flamenco dance show. On to Granada to tour the famous Alhambra—an immense hilltop palace—and the Generalife, an ornately laid-out series of flowering gardens, before traveling through the picturesque Spanish countryside to Valencia. You’ll visit the town’s bustling markets and stop at the old Silk Exchange building, lauded as a masterpiece of civil Gothic architecture. Your trip ends in vibrant Barcelona, where you may explore the city on your own or take part in an optional tour to the mountain village of Montserrat. A bit of this, a taste of that—it’s the perfect way to experience the best of Spain!

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• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Madrid and Barcelona to Boston, via a connecting city • Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees • Nine nights’ first-class accommodations • Fifteen meals: nine breakfasts, one lunch, five dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–3 Melia Galgos Hotel, Madrid DAYS 4–5 Melia Sevilla Hotel, Sevilla DAY 6 Hotel Tryp Albayzin, Granada DAYS 7–8 Hotel Tryp Oceanic, Valencia DAYS 9–10 Hotel Colon, Barcelona DAY 11 Return flight to Boston

FEATURES:

Madrid and the Prado Museum, Cordoba and the Mezquita, Sevilla and a flamenco show, Granada and the Alhambra, Valencia, Barcelona. OPTIONALS: Madrid—Evening Tour and Tapas Dinner; Barcelona—Evening Tour and Dinner, Montserrat half-day tour

ROYAL PALACE, MADRID

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

EXPLORING PANAMA

Thursday, March 21–Wednesday, March 27, 2013

PANAMA CITY

$2,159

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,129 per person triple occupancy; $2,569 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $175. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Panama City and Gamboa to Boston, via a connecting city • Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees • Six nights’ first-class accommodations: Doubletree by Hilton, Panama City (three nights), Gamboa Rainforest Resort, Gamboa (three nights) • Eight meals: six breakfasts, two dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Panama City tour including Casco Antiquo Old Quarter, a local market and Cerro Ancon’s peak, Miraflores Locks Visitor Center, local handicraft market, nature walk at Gamboa Rainforest Resort, Smithsonian Galeta Marine Laboratory, Colon Free Zone, Panama Canal Railway ride, Amador Causeway restaurant dinner. OPTIONALS: Panama City—Panama Canal Partial Transit, Gamboa—Embera Indigenous Village, Panama Canal Kayaking, Sunset Safari, Rainforest Canopy Tour Aerial Tram; PLAYA BONITA BEACH 2n post-tour extension

Planet: It’s hard to shake the feeling L onely in Panama that you’re in on a secret the

rest of the traveling world has yet to discover.

The Travel Club on its first journey to J oin this country of lush rainforests, rich his-

tory, diverse wildlife and spectacular coastlines. We’ll begin in cosmopolitan Panama City and enjoy sightseeing that includes the O ld Q uar ter—“Casco Antiquo”—a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the peak at Cerro Ancon for a breathtaking view of the city and a visit to Miraflores Locks Visitor Center to watch ships traverse the locks of the Panama Canal. We may also take an optional partial transit excursion of the canal that includes lunch. Just 30 minutes from Panama City we’ll discover the Soberania National Park Rainforest and the unique Gamboa Rainforest Resort—our accommodations for the next three nights. From this exotic location we may opt for an aerial tram ride or Panama Canal kayak trip or simply enjoy the delights of the resort’s two level pool. We’ll also be treated to a nature walk and a private salsa dance lesson! At the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute’s Galeta Marine Laboratory we’ll learn about Panama’s delicate ecosystem before heading to Colon and a ride aboard the historic Panama Canal Railway for a view of stunning scenery in elegantly restored cars. Our tour ends with dinner at the oceanfront Amador Causeway for a taste of spectacular seafood and views of Panama City’s sparkling skyline.

RESERVE BY: October 17, 2012

RESERVE online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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DUTCH AND BELGIAN DELIGHTS Friday, April 5–Monday, April 15, 2013

AMSTERDAM

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his adventure is the best kind of vacation—a chance to discover young, vibrant European cities and the treasures of their past. Begin in medieval Ghent with its well-preserved architecture. Beautiful and enchanting, Bruges’ historic center is a prominent UNESCO World Heritage Site and meant for wandering. You’ll visit Brussels and be amazed at the world-famous Grand Place and stop at the infamous Waterloo battlefields site before stepping over into Trier—Germany’s oldest city with 2,000 years of history. Enjoy a short cruise on the Moselle River as you view a landscape dotted with terraced vineyards and hilltop castles. Relive the Battle of the Bulge at the museum in Bastogne and enjoy a tour of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. In Antwerp you’ll discover a friendly people who love good food and fun; a lively shopping and entertainment scene; diamonds!; and the masterpieces of Rubens and van Dyck. The vibrant colors and glorious blooms (weather permitting) of Keukenhof Flower Gardens are a lovely taste of spring as your trips comes to an end in Amsterdam. Here you’ll be treated to a traditional 14-course dinner of Indonesian delic acies reflective of Amsterdam’s Dutch colonial past and a candlelight canal cruise.

RESERVE BY: November 1, 2012 For detailed day-by-day itineraries of all trips visit www.showofthemonth.com/travel or call 617-338-1111, ext 3.

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$3,519

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $4,179 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $220. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver.

Purchase must be made at time of booking.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Ghent, Belgium and Amsterdam to Boston, via a connecting city • Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees • Nine nights’ first-class accommodations • Fourteen meals: nine breakfasts, five dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional Tour Manager

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 DAYS 2-4 DAYS 5-7 DAYS 8-9 DAY 10

Overnight flight from Boston Royal Sandton Hotel, Ghent Radisson Palace Hotel, Spa Radisson Hotel, Antwerp Mint Hotel, Amsterdam

DAY 11

Return flight to Boston

FEATURES:

Ghent highlights tour, walking tour of Bruges, Brussels panoramic tour, stop at Waterloo battlefield, Trier, Germany tour with Moselle River cruise and visit to Bernkasel, visit Bastogne’s Battle of the Bulge Museum, Luxembourg city tour, Visit to Maastricht, Antwerp, Amsterdam, candlelight canal cruise

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

AMERICA’S MUSIC CITIES New Orleans, Memphis & Nashville Sunday, April 14–Sunday, April 21, 2013

$2,159

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,129 per person triple occupancy; $2,679 for single reservations. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $165. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to New Orleans and Nashville to Boston, via a connecting city • Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees • Seven nights’ first-class accommodations • Ten meals: seven breakfasts, three dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Flight from Boston DAYS 1-3 Ramada Inn on Bourbon, New Orleans DAYS 4-5 Memphis Marriott Downtown, Memphis DAYS 6-7 Gaylord Opryland Hotel, Nashville DAY 8 Return flight to Boston

FEATURES:

New Orleans: French Quarter walking tour, New Orleans School of Cooking cooking demonstration, jazz revue, New Orleans tour including Lake Ponchartrain; Memphis: Beale Street restaurant dinner, Memphis city tour led by local musicians, visit to Graceland; Nashville: Grand Ole Opry show and backstage tour, Nashville tour including RCA Studio B, Country Music Hall of Fame, Wildhorse Saloon dinner; OPTIONALS: New Orleans—Jazz Brunch and WWII Museum, Memphis—Music History Tour and Dinner

GRACELAND

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cultural vacation doesn’t have to mean jetting off to Europe for a performance at La Scala—not when the American South has given birth to so many of the sounds and styles beloved by music lovers worldwide. This week-long tour showcases three American cities known as musical Meccas for fans of blues, jazz and country music. Your vacation begins in New Orleans, the “Jazz Capital of the World” and home to such landmarks as St. Louis Cathedral and the bustling French Quarter— where you’ll take in a live jazz revue, learn to cook New Orleans-style and view beautiful Gothic mansions. In Memphis, you’ll dine on world-famous Beale Street, and listen as local musicians rhapsodize about Memphis’ blues, soul and rock ‘n’ roll history, before donning your blue suede shoes and touring Graceland, the 14-acre estate of the King, Elvis Presley.

Finally, go a little bit country as you wrap up your trip in Nashville where you’ll take in a show at the legendary Grand Ole Opry, tour historic RCA Studio B where Elvis, Dolly Parton and others recorded, and explore the Country Music Hall of Fame. Don’t miss this opportunity to surround yourself with the sweet sounds and songs of the South.

RESERVE BY: December 10, 2012 After deadline, call for availability.

BEALE STREET, MEMPHIS

RESERVE online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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IMPERIAL CITIES Prague, Vienna & Budapest

Monday, April 15–Thursday, April 25, 2013

$3,249

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,229 per person triple occupancy; $3,639 for single reservations. Single accommodations on this tour are limited. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $220. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Visitors are required to have travel/health insurance to travel to the Czech Republic. The health insurance must cover medical services abroad with minimum coverage $38,000. If you purchase waiver/insurance mentioned above, your coverage meets this requirement. If not, you will be required to have proof of your own coverage to enter the country. Per person deposit is $300.

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ou know that long list of places you dream of visiting? Join us on this holiday that includes three of them: Prague, Vienna and Budapest. We’ll start in Prague, Czech Republic, a fairytale “city of a thousand spires,” with countless castles, shops and museums. Even though you won’t want to leave, our next stop may be even more dazzling—the ever sophisticated Vienna, Austria—one of the world’s great cultural and architectural hubs. Treat yourself to a classical music concert and tours of the grand Schöenbrunn Palace, or take a magical trip down the Danube River. Then it’s off to Budapest, Hungary, where you’ll be drawn into the city’s beautiful architecture and magnificent river views. Highlights include a spectacular equestrian show; a Hungarian feast with gypsy-folk entertainment; as well as a glimpse into the city’s Renaissance history with a visit to a 14th-century castle, where costumed knights recreate the days of chivalry and provide a special dinner. Three cities, three countries—hundreds of new memories.

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• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Prague and Budapest to Boston, via a connecting city • Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees • Nine nights’ first-class accommodations • 15 meals: nine breakfasts, one lunch, five dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–4 Hotel Century Old Town, Prague DAYS 5–7 Hotel De France, Vienna DAYS 8–10 Beke Radisson Blu, Budapest DAY 11 Return flight to Boston

FEATURES:

Prague: panoramic tour, Hradcany Castle, Golden Lane, St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Jewish Quarter, Jewish Museum and cemetery; Vienna: city tour featuring Schöenbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral; Danube River cruise, Melk Abbey; evening with entertainment in Grinzing; Budapest: Puszta horse farm and show, traditional Hungarian feast with gypsy music, city tour, Szentendre and Visegrad, Renaissance-style dinner; OPTIONALS: Prague— Folklore Show and Dinner, Vienna—Dinner and Classical Music Concert, Bratislava Excursion, Budapest—Dinner and Danube River Cruise

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

welcome to the new

Travel Club Select

Our members have always appreciated that Travel Club trips are planned with an eye to value and economy—without sacrificing convenience, comfort and security. Our fabulous reviews testify to the success of our efforts to guarantee a first-class experience at a budget price! Nevertheless, many of you have expressed interest in longer trips to more exotic destinations with even more ambitious itineraries—and a choice of departure dates!

In response, we conducted a search to find the perfect travel partner—a company with a stellar reputation which could design the longer, more structured travel experiences that some of you have requested. That company is Collette Vacations.

Now you can enjoy the friendly, personal service offered by The Travel Club and plan a trip to, say, The Galapagos Islands!

On the following pages, you’ll find a collection of handpicked destinations as diverse as New Zealand and Thailand—or as close to home as The National Parks of America. They may be a bit more expensive and require more of your time than most of our trips, yet what they have in common is that they are among the absolute best travel experiences available anywhere.

We’re very excited about this new collaboration with Collette and look forward to talking with each of you about these new travel opportunities.

Happy travels!

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TRAVEL CLUB SELECT Each program offers multiple departures in 2012–2013, so prices listed are LAND ONLY, per person, double occupancy. Call Barbara at 617-338-1111, ext. 3, for specific dates and for the full package price, including airfare.

ISRAEL: A JOURNEY TO THE HOLY LAND

8 NIGHTS, 15 MEALS

STARTING FROM

CRUISING THE YANGTZE RIVER

13 NIGHTS, 33 MEALS

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EXPLORING NEW ZEALAND

17 NIGHTS, 28 MEALS

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JOURNEY TO THE SOUTH PACIFIC

20 NIGHTS, 31 MEALS

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THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS & MACHU PICCHU

15 NIGHTS, 33 MEALS

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PATAGONIA: THE MARVELS OF ARGENTINA & CHILE

14 NIGHTS, 27 MEALS

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HAWAIIAN ADVENTURE

9 NIGHTS, 13 MEALS

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CALIFORNIA’S WINE COUNTRY

6 NIGHTS, 11 MEALS

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THE HEART OF TEXAS

8 NIGHTS, 12 MEALS

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COLORS OF PROVENCE

8 NIGHTS, 13 MEALS

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Tel Aviv, Tiberias, The Dead Sea, Jerusalem

Shanghai, 4-night Cruise, Guilin, Xan, Beijing

Auckland, Bay of Islands, Rotorua, Wellington, Christchurch, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Te Anau, Mount Cook

Cairns, Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney, Queenstown, Mt. Cook Regions, Christchurch, Wellington, Napier, Rotorua

Quito, Otavalo, 4-night Cruise, Guayaquil, Lima, Sacred Valley, Cuzco

Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Ushuaia, 3-night Cruise, Puerto Natales, Puerto Varas, Santiago

Oahu, Kauai, Maui

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Napa Valley, Bodega Bay

Austin, San Antonio, Fort Worth

Arles, Camargue, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, Grasse, Nice

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$1,849

$2,349

$4,049

$4,149

$5,759

$5,049

$2,899 $2,399 $1,899

$2,699

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111, ext. 3

EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES

handpicked just for Travel Club members And, when you reserve your land and air program, round-trip airport/hotel transfers are included. Plus, you’ll also receive free round-trip, door-to-door car service from your home to the airport, within 50 miles of the airport!

CLASSICAL TURKEY

11 NIGHTS, 20 MEALS

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RUSSIAN RIVER CRUISE

9 NIGHTS, 26 MEALS

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FRANCE MAGNIFIQUE

10 NIGHTS, 15 MEALS

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ENGLAND’S TREASURES

8 NIGHTS, 13 MEALS

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EXPLORING BRITAIN & IRELAND

13 NIGHTS, 22 MEALS

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MAGNIFICENT CITIES OF CENTRAL & EASTERN EUROPE

12 NIGHTS, 18 MEALS

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CANADA’S ATLANTIC COAST

9 NIGHTS, 13 MEALS

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CANADIAN ROCKIES & GLACIER NATIONAL PARK

7 NIGHTS, 9 MEALS

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NATIONAL PARKS OF AMERICA

11 NIGHTS, 17 MEALS

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RESORTS OF THE ROCKIES

10 NIGHTS, 14 MEALS

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Istanbul, Cannakale, Kusadasi, Antalya, Cappadocia, Ankara

9-night Cruise: Moscow, Uglich, Goritsy, Lake Onega, St. Petersburg

Paris, Port-en-Bessin, Normandy, Blois, Avignon, Nice

Lake District, Cotswolds, Cornwall, Manchester, Ambleside, Great Malvern, Plymouth, Windsor

London, Cardiff, Waterford, Killarney, Dublin, Wales, Edinburgh, York, Stratford-upon-Avon

Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, Krakow, Warsaw

Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island

Calgary, Waterton Lakes, Banff

Sedona, Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Zion National Park, Salt Lake City, Jackson Hole, Grand Tetons, Yellowstone, Cody, Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Monument

Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna, Lake Louise, Jasper, Banff

RESERVE online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

$1,999

$2,289 $2,799 $1,999

$3,099 $2,399

$2,199 $2,199

$2,799

$3,049

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