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YOUR TICKET TO GREAT THEATER AND TRAVEL!
THE GREEK ISLANDS BEAUTIFUL BEACHES, FABULOUS FOOD, RICH CULTURE AND ANCIENT HISTORY
PLUS:
2018–2019 Boston Theater Season Announced! New Travel Destinations! showofthemonth.com
IN THIS ISSUE…
THEATER
THEATER
TRAVEL
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NOVEMBER 2018
The Play That Goes Wrong 11/7–18 10
DECEMBER 2018
How the Grinch Stole Christmas The Musical 11/28–12/9 10
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BOSTON THEATER WEEKENDS
Aladdin 8/4–5, 2018 17 The Book of Mormon 8/25–26, 2018 17
Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory 1/8–20 11 Beautiful— The Carole King Musical 1/29–2/10 11
Goodspeed Theater Weekends Tanglewood Getaways Ogunquit Theater Getaways North Shore Music Theatre Getaways & Inns of Rockport North Shore Music Theatre Getaways & Beauport Hotel Maine Casco Bay Escape
FEBRUARY 2019
CLUB MED 68–75
JANUARY 2019
School of Rock—The Musical 2/12–24 12
MARCH 2019
The Illusionists— Live From Broadway 3/5–10 12
APRIL 2019
A Bronx Tale 4/2–14 13 Les Misérables 4/16–28 13
Cancun Yucatan Turks & Caicos Columbus Isle Bahamas
18 19 20 21 22 23 70 72 74
SEPTEMBER 2018
The Amalfi Coast 9/29–10/5 36
OCTOBER 2018
Peter Pan 7/10–22 16 Dear Even Hansen 7/10–8/4 15
Venice 10/5–11 35 A Week in Ireland 10/9–16 38 London & Paris 10/13–21 39 Classic Tuscany 10/13–21 40 The Amalfi Coast 10/14–22 36 Edinburgh & the Castles of Scotland 10/18–27 42 Rome & Its Countryside 10/19–27 43 Sicilian Adventure 10/19–27 44 The Legend of Sleepy Hollow 10/25–26 23 Paris Escape 10/25–31 45
AUGUST 2019
NOVEMBER 2018
MAY 2019
Kinky Boots 5/7–12 14
JUNE 2019
MIss Saigon 6/12–30 14
JULY 2019
Hello, Dolly! 8/6–18 16 Mamma Mia! 8/7–9/2 16
SEPTEMBER 2019
Jekyll & Hyde 9/25–10/7 16
OCTOBER 2019
Hairspray 10/30–11/11 16
DECEMBER 2019
A Christmas Carol 12/7–23 16
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Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu 11/1–11 46 Puglia, Italy 11/3–11 47 London 11/3–9 48 London, Normandy & Paris 11/8–19 49 Galapagos Islands Cruise & Ecuador 11/12–21 50 New York City & Macy’s Parade 11/21–22 24 Sorrento & Rome 11/24–30 51 Saratoga Springs Victorian Christmas 11/29–30 24 Vintage Christmas in Portsmouth NH 11/30–12/2 25 Christmastime in Newport 11/30–12/2 25
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& TRAVEL CALENDAR Page
DECEMBER 2018
Costa Rica 12/1–8 52 Cape May Christmas 12/3–5 26 Christmas Getaway Inn at Mill Falls NH 12/5–6 26 Brandywine Valley Christmas 12/7–9 27 Christmas by the Sea, Ogunquit ME 12/7–9 27 Christmas in Vermont 12/8–9 28 Niagara Falls Festival of Lights 12/9–11 28 New Year’s in London 12/27/18–1/2/19 53 New Year’s in London with Paris 12/27/18–1/4/19 54 New Year’s in California 12/29/18–1/2/19 29
JANUARY 2019
Wonders of Ancient Israel 1/12–20 55
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APRIL 2019
Highlights of Morocco 4/4–15 60 A Week in Peru 4/6–13 61 Tulip Time Cruise 4/6–15 76 A Week in Ireland 4/7–14 38 Venice 4/12–18 35 Paris Escape 4/12–18 45 America’s Music Cities 4/12–19 30 A Taste of the Danube Cruise 4/12–20 78 The Amalfi Coast 4/12–20 36 Classic Tuscany 4/12–20 40 The Italian Riviera 4/27–5/5 62 Spring in Taormina 4/28–5/5 63
MAY 2019
U.S. National Parks: Grand Canyon to Yellowstone 5/3–14 31 Exploring Tuscany 5/4–12 64 Sedona & Grand Canyon 5/5–10 32 The Greek Islands 5/7–20 65 London, Normandy & Paris 5/9–20 49 The Amalfi Coast 5/11–19 36 The Italian Lakes 5/11–19 66 America’s Cowboy Country 5/19–26 33 Scotland 5/21–29 67 National Parks: Canadian Rockies, Glacier & Yellowstone 5/30–6/9 34
Jerusalem, Israel
FEBRUARY 2019
Kenya Wildlife Safari 2/22–3/6 56
MARCH 2019
Iceland & the Northern Lights 3/2–7 57 Portugal & Its Islands 3/22–4/3 58 Barcelona Getaway 3/25–4/1 59
ON THE COVER: The Greek Islands, pg. 64.
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WHERE TO?
TRAVEL
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UNITED STATES
America’s Cowboy Country 5/19–26 33 America’s Music Cities 4/12–19 30 Boston Theater Weekends 17 Brandywine Valley Christmas 12/7–9 27 New Year’s in California 12/29/18–1/2/19 29 Cape May Christmas 12/3–5 26 Goodspeed Theater Weekends 18 Maine Casco Bay Escape 23 Christmas Getaway Inn at Mill Falls NH 12/5–6 26 Christmastime in Newport 11/30–12/2 25 New York City & Macy’s Parade 11/21–22 24 North Shore Music Theatre Getaways & Inns of Rockport 21 North Shore Music Theatre Getaways & Beauport Hotel 22 Ogunquit Theater Getaways 20 Christmas by the Sea, Ogunquit ME 12/7–9 27 Vintage Christmas in Portsmouth NH 11/30–12/2 25 Saratoga Springs Victorian Christmas 11/29–30 24 Sedona & Grand Canyon 5/5–10 32 The Legend of Sleepy Hollow 10/25–26 23 Tanglewood Getaways 19 U.S. National Parks: Grand Canyon to Yellowstone 5/3–14 31 Christmas in Vermont 12/8–9 28
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CANADA
National Parks: Canadian Rockies, Glacier & Yellowstone 5/30–6/9 34 Niagara Falls Festival of Lights 12/9–11 28
IRELAND
A Week in Ireland 10/9–16 38 A Week in Ireland 4/7–14 38
Ireland
FRANCE
Paris Escape 10/25–31 45 Paris Escape 4/12–18 45 London & Paris 10/13–21 39 London, Normandy & Paris 11/8–19 49 London, Normandy & Paris 5/9–20 49 New Year’s in London with Paris 12/27/18–1/4/19 54
ENGLAND & SCOTLAND
Grand Canyon
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London 11/3–9 48 London & Paris 10/13–21 39 London, Normandy & Paris 11/8–19 49 London, Normandy & Paris 5/9–20 49 New Year's in London 12/27/18–1/2/19 53 New Year's in London with Paris 12/27/18–1/4/19 54 Edinburgh & the Castles of Scotland 10/18–27 42 Scotland 5/21–29 67
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GUIDE
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ITALY
The Amalfi Coast 9/29–10/7 36 The Amalfi Coast 10/14–22 36 The Amalfi Coast 4/12–20 36 The Amalfi Coast 5/11–19 36 The Italian Lakes 5/11–19 66 The Italian Riviera 4/27–5/5 62 Puglia, Italy 11/3–11 47 Rome & Its Countryside 10/19–27 43 Sicilian Adventure 10/19–27 44 Sorrento & Rome 11/24–30 51 Spring in Taormina 4/28–5/5 63 Classic Tuscany 10/13–21 40 Classic Tuscany 4/12–20 40 Exploring Tuscany 5/4–12 64 Venice 10/5–11 35 Venice 4/12–18 35
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MEXICO, CARIBBEAN, CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA
Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu 11/1–11 46 A Week in Peru 4/6–13 61 CLUB MED: Cancun Yucatan 70 CLUB MED: Turks & Caicos 72 CLUB MED: Columbus Isle Bahamas 74 Costa Rica 12/1–8 52 Galapagos Islands Cruise & Ecuador 11/12–21 50
CENTRAL & EASTERN EUROPE
The Greek Islands 5/7–20 65 Tulip Time Cruise 4/6–15 76 A Taste of the Danube Cruise 4/12–20 78
PORTUGAL & SPAIN
Barcelona Getaway 3/25–4/1 59 Portugal & Its Islands 3/22–4/3 58
Cuzco, Peru
AFRICA & ISRAEL
Wonders of Ancient Israel 1/12–20 55 Kenya Wildlife Safari 2/22–3/6 56 Highlights of Morocco 4/4–15 60
NORDIC COUNTRIES
Iceland & the Northern Lights 3/2–7 57
Lisbon. Portugal
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WHAT DO YOU WANT TO SEE? WHERE DO YOU WANT TO GO? After more than 60 years, Boston’s Show of the Month Club remains as valuable and exciting as ever. Focused exclusively on theater and travel, members can still pick up the phone and talk to a real live person and order theater tickets or book a trip to, well, anywhere! THE BEST DEALS IN TRAVEL Speaking of travel, as I always say, if you’ve never taken a Travel Club trip, you’re missing one of the great benefits of Club membership. Our travel programs are planned with input from our members, and that keeps prices low and quality high. (Check out our reviews.) We also provide a growing menu of travel services that include customizing and arranging family vacations and booking extensions on our popular tours. Think of us as your own, private travel agency! WHAT ABOUT THEATER Theater is booming! Broadway is setting new records and road tours are seeing the same kind of demand. Unfortunately, ticket prices have also set new records. The good news is that Show of the Month Club still offers the lowest possible prices, great seats, and the convenience of ordering by phone. The 2018/19 Boston theater season is one of the most exciting in years, with shows like Aladdin; Dear Evan Hansen; Hello, Dolly!; Miss Saigon; A Bronx Tale; School of Rock; and lots more. Now turn the page and start planning! Tim Montgomery President
ABOUT SHOW OF THE MONTH CLUB Where the worlds of Theater and Travel Come Together in ONE GREAT CLUB! Show of the Month Club was founded in 1956 and is the only theater and travel membership club in the country. Over the past 60 years the Club has offered its members top-price theater tickets for thousands of shows, at a discount. Today, Show of the Month Club continues to provide its members with a convenient, simple and economical way to order theater tickets for the best shows coming to greater Boston. Back in the mid-1960s, the Club began offering a small selection of domestic and international travel packages. They became so popular that we created The Travel Club, now included in Show of the Month Club membership, featuring carefully planned yet affordable trips to over 100 destinations every year! Today, The Travel Club is a full-service, private travel agency where your travel advisor knows you and is easily available on the phone! Here are just a few good reasons why our travelers wouldn’t travel with anyone else: • Our groups are small—usually around 18 to 24 travelers. • All departures are from Boston’s Logan International Airport on regularly scheduled, major airlines. • Traveling solo? The Club offers some of the lowest single supplements in the industry. • And our trips are legendary for value. Our motto is Spend Less, Travel More!
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Show of the Month Club member benefits also include a quarterly catalog, weekly email updates, parking discounts, restaurant gift certificates and lots more—including membership in The Travel Club! It’s also important to note that the Club is not a subscription series and members are under no obligation to buy anything—ever! London YOU CAN BE A GROUP LEADER! Earn big discounts for your vacation! Being a Group Leader and traveling with friends and family is rewarding! With our new Friends & Family Program, you can start earning discounts when 5 or more travelers join your tour. Here's how it works: • Bring 5–7 traveling/paying passengers and earn a $100 discount for the group leader— that’s you! • 8 traveling/paying passengers earn a $200 discount for the group leader • 9 traveling/paying passengers earn a $300 discount for the group leader • 10 traveling/paying passengers earn a $400 discount for the group leader traveling/paying passengers do not include group leader
WHICH TOURS CAN BE BOOKED FOR FRIENDS & FAMILY? Friends and Family reservations apply only to tours that include round-trip air. HOW ARE EARNED CREDITS APPLIED TO MY BOOKING? The discount of up to $400 will be applied to the group leader's reservation only and will be reflected in their confirmation/invoice. Should any of the passengers cancel from the program; the discount will be adjusted. FLEXIBLE PAYMENT PLAN Any traveler can take advantage of our flexible payment terms. It’s simple. After securing your reservation with your initial deposit, you can pay as much or as little as you want until the final payment due date listed on your confirmation. That means you can make payments towards your trip as you see fit. This way, travelers are assured of a seat on a tour without having to make the entire payment in advance. Edinburgh
SOLO TRAVELERS ARE THE FASTEST GROWING SEGMENT OF THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY In the “more good news department,” we're happy to call your attention to our campaign to lower single supplements. A great many of our members travel as singles and love that we take particular care to meet their needs. Lowering costs is the next big step and we’ve been pretty successful over the last few years. In this issue of CLUBMail you’ll find many programs where we lowered the supplement. Just look for the colored tabs on the pages.
CONTACT THE CLUB 560 Harrison Avenue, Suite 412, Boston, MA 02118 617-338-1111
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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING The Amalfi Coast April 2018 Thank you for a terrific trip. A great travel experience with The Travel Club! I know I will be a repeat traveler. Well planned and organized. Tour guide was excellent. Good group of people on tour - very friendly. This trip exceeded my expectations!! Bravo! —Nancy W. Classic Tuscany April 2018 The tour was everything I thought it would be and turned out to be better than I thought. The hotel was nice. The staff was helpful and extremely friendly. The food was delicious every night and we always had variety. Raffella is the perfect tour director. She’s knowledgeable, kind and always there for us to help with whatever we need. This is my second tour with her and I love being part of the family. Local guides were great too. Overall the process to book my trip was seamless thanks to Kim and Barbara. The other travelers were so nice. I was solo but felt included with everyone. Can’t wait to book my next trip with SOMC! —Kim O. Costa Rica February 2018 It was a pleasure having Barbara on the trip. She blended in and enjoyed the trip as much as we did. I really liked the size of the group. We bonded easily and learned from each other. Everyone was included in the fun and if someone wanted to be apart, that was fine too. —Nancy S. The Amalfi Coast April 2018 The trip was wonderful and the Tour Director was excellent (Alessandra) and the bus driver was exceptional, especially on those roads on the mountains. The whole trip was a very nice time and wonderful for the money. —Paula G.
Costa Rica
Paris Escape April 2018 Paris in April was fabulous! The weather was perfect, flowers were blooming, people were outside at restaurants dining and drinking, the hotel was centrally located, the included tour and guide were fabulous. I would go back again tomorrow. And, my 10 year old granddaughter had her first “out of country” trip to the location of her dreams. She kept a journal detailing each day's activities and it is priceless. —Maureen H. The Amalfi Coast April 2018 Everything about our vacation was great once we arrived in Naples. The hotel was comfortable & in a good location to get around by foot. The food could be better at the hotel but not terrible. The best thing was the tour director, Alessandra. She was knowledgeable, friendly, funny & really cared about us. She went above & beyond to help people in the tour. She stayed with us to interpret when we tried to exchange money in a bank and when we weren’t able to because we didn’t have our passports with us she gave them her information in order for us to exchange the money. I witnessed her go out of her way several times like this. I have been on many tours but never treated as well. The scenery, food & tours on this trip were excellent. I have recommended this tour to everyone I know and look forward to future tours with the Travel Club. —Debra R. Venice April 2018 Absolutely love The Travel Club. I have taken two trips and have been extremely pleased with both. —Joyce M.
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ABOUT THE TRAVEL CLUB! Paris Escape April 2018 Paris in April was fabulous! The weather was perfect, flowers were blooming, people were outside at restaurants dining and drinking, the hotel was centrally located, the included tour and guide were fabulous. I would go back again tomorrow. And, my 10 year old granddaughter had her first “out of country” trip to the location of her dreams. She kept a journal detailing each day's activities and it is priceless. —Maureen H. The Amalfi Coast April 2018 The participants in this Amalfi tour were a funloving and interesting group. Lots of fun to travel with. Alessandra Bottone was an amazing tour director. A ball of energy, she kept us on schedule, informed and entertained-all the while with flexibility with patience. Our bus driver, Domenico, navigated the Amalfi coastal road with admirable skill. I appreciated the activity options that Alessandra suggested, such as the boat cruise around the island of Capri and the Faraglioni rocks, and her recommendation for a good spot for me to sit and sketch while the rest of the group dispersed into the streets of Positano. The Amalfi Coast lunch and wine tasting in Pompeii and the pizza lunch at the agritourismo in Sorrento were great fun and the opportunity for an independent visit to Paestum was most appreciated. The day trip to Pompeii was wonderful but all the "good stuff" from that excavation can be found in museums in Naples. If the Travel Club ever offers a tour to Naples (and Herculaneum), sign me up. Naples is now on my bucket list. Breakfasts were delicious and satisfying (as they have always been on Travel Club tours). On the days when lunch and dinner were provided, I wasn't hungry enough to eat all the dinner portions served. I felt bad about picking at my food and not eating everything. This was a great trip. I'm not surprised that it has been so highly praised by Travel Club members. —Dennis D. Venice April 2018 Our trip was wonderful and the weather could not have been more perfect. Park Viaggi (tour provider) was wonderful and extremely responsive and helpful when I lost the printed itinerary that was attached to my Key Tours folder. Ecatarina, one of the front desk clerks at the Hotel Bonvecchiati was also most helpful with my inquiries about the lost document. Our Monday morning tour guide Maria was very good as was Andrea who helped us get to and from the airport. Venice could not have been more welcoming. I would probably rate it the cleanest city I have been in...ever. Last Venice but not least was the pleasure of a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Venice. I have my fingers crossed that one of these days The Travel Club will be able to put together a similar trip for Lisbon, Madrid or Vienna. Many thanks for all of your efforts to make this trip to Venice so special. —Pat F.
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EMERSON COLONIAL THEATRE 106 Boylston Street Boston, MA
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Playing: November 7–18, 2018 Order by: October 5, 2019 What would happen if Sherlock Holmes and Monty Python had an illegitimate Broadway baby? You’d get The Play That Goes Wrong, Broadway and London’s award-winning smash comedy! Called “a gut-busting hit” (The New York Times) and “the funniest play Broadway has ever seen” (HuffPost), this classic murder mystery is chock-full of mishaps and madcap mania delivering “a riotous explosion of comedy” (Daily Beast) that is “tons of fun for all ages” (HuffPost)!
WANG THEATRE
270 Tremont Street, Boston
HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS THE MUSICAL Playing: November 28–December 9, 2018 Order by: October 26, 2018 The Grinch broke box office records for two consecutive years on Broadway during its holiday engagements at the St. James and Hilton theatres in New York. Since then, more than 1.5 million theatre-goers across America have been delighted by this heart-warming holiday musical, which The New York Times praised as “100 times better than any bedtime story” and the Gannett papers hailed as “A genius of a show! A total delight for both kids and adults.” Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical features the hit songs "You're a Mean One Mr. Grinch" and "Welcome Christmas” (written by Albert Hague and Dr. Seuss) from the original animated series. Max the Dog narrates as the mean and scheming Grinch, whose heart is "two sizes too small," decides to steal Christmas away from the Holiday loving Whos. Magnificent sets (John Lee Beatty) and costumes (Robert Morgan) inspired by Dr. Seuss’ original illustrations help transport audiences to the whimsical world of Whoville, while the Music and Book of Mel Marvin and Timothy Mason breathe new life into this timeless story of the true meaning of Christmas. The 2018 production is directed by Matt August and choreographed by Bob Richard based on the original choreography by John DeLuca and originally created by 3-time Tony Award® winning director, Jack O’Brien.
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BOSTON OPERA HOUSE
539 Washington Street, Boston
ROALD DAHL’S CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Playing: January 8–20, 2019 Order by: December 7, 2018 Roald Dahl’s treasured tale is now Broadway’s Golden Ticket! It’s the perfect recipe for a delectable treat: songs from the original film, including “Pure Imagination,” “The Candy Man” and “I’ve Got a Golden Ticket,” alongside a toe-tapping and ear-tickling new score from the songwriters of Hairspray. Willy Wonka is opening his marvelous and mysterious chocolate factory…to a lucky few. That includes Charlie Bucket, whose bland life is about to sweeten with color and confection beyond his wildest dreams. He and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a mesmerizing joyride through a world of pure imagination. Now’s your chance to experience the wonders of Wonka like never before—get ready for Oompa-Loompas, incredible inventions, the great glass elevator and more, more, more at this everlasting showstopper!
BOSTON OPERA HOUSE
539 Washington Street, Boston
BEAUTIFUL— THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Playing: January 29–February 10, 2019 Order by: December 28, 2018 Long before she was Carole King, chart-topping music legend, she was Carol Klein, Brooklyn girl with passion and chutzpah. She fought her way into the record business as a teenager and, by the time she reached her twenties, had the husband of her dreams and a flourishing career writing hits for the biggest acts in rock ‘n’ roll. But it wasn’t until her personal life began to crack that she finally managed to find her true voice. Beautiful—The Carole King Musical tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation.
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BOSTON OPERA HOUSE
539 Washington Street, Boston
SCHOOL OF ROCK—THE MUSICAL Playing: February 12–24, 2019 Order by: January 11, 2019 School of Rock is a New York Times Critics’ Pick and "An inspiring jolt of energy, joy and mad skillz!" (Entertainment Weekly). Based on the hit film, this hilarious new musical follows Dewey Finn, a wannabe rock star posing as a substitute teacher who turns a class of straight-A students into a guitar-shredding, bass-slapping, mind-blowing rock band. This high-octane smash features 14 new songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber, all the original songs from the movie and musical theater’s first-ever kids rock band playing their instruments live on stage. Vanity Fair raves, "Fists of all ages shall be pumping!"
EMERSON COLONIAL THEATRE 106 Boylston Street Boston, MA
THE ILLUSIONISTS— LIVE FROM BROADWAY Playing: March 5–10, 2019 Order by: February 5, 2019 The Illusionists—Live From Broadway This mind blowing spectacular showcases the jaw dropping talents of the most incredible Illusionists on earth. The Illusionists—Live From Broadway has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts ever to be seen on stage. This non-stop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions.
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BOSTON OPERA HOUSE
539 Washington Street, Boston
A BRONX TALE Playing: April 2–14, 2019 Order by: March 1, 2019 A Bronx Tale is a streetwise musical that takes you to the stoops of the Bronx in the 1960s—where a young man is caught between the father he loves and the mob boss he’d love to be. Featuring a doo-wop score, A Bronx Tale is a story about respect, loyalty, love, and above all else: family.
BOSTON OPERA HOUSE
539 Washington Street, Boston
LES MISÉRABLES Playing: April 16–28, 2019 Order by: March 15, 2019 Cameron Mackintosh presents the new production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Awardwinning musical phenomenon, Les Misérables, direct from an acclaimed two-and-a-half-year return to Broadway. With its glorious new staging and dazzlingly reimagined scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo, this breathtaking new production has left both audiences and critics awestruck, cheering “Les Miz is born again!” (NY1). Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption—a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. Featuring the thrilling score and beloved songs “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Stars," “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More,” and many more, this epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history. Seen by more than 70 million people in 44 countries and in 22 languages around the globe, Les Misérables is still the world’s most popular musical, breaking box office records everywhere in its 32nd year.
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EMERSON COLONIAL THEATRE 106 Boylston Street Boston, MA
KINKY BOOTS Playing: May 7–12, 2019 Order by: April 5, 2019 Kinky Boots is Broadway’s huge-hearted, high-heeled hit! With songs by Grammy and Tony-winning pop icon Cyndi Lauper, this joyous musical celebration is about the friendships we discover, and the belief that you can change the world when you change your mind. Inspired by true events, Kinky Boots takes you from a gentlemen’s shoe factory in Northampton to the glamorous catwalks of Milan. Charlie Price is struggling to live up to his father’s expectations and continue the family business of Price & Sons. With the factory’s future hanging in the balance, help arrives in the unlikely but spectacular form of Lola, a fabulous performer in need of some sturdy new stilettos.
BOSTON OPERA HOUSE
539 Washington Street, Boston
MISS SAIGON Playing: June 12–30, 2019 Order by: May 10, 2019 Experience the acclaimed new production of the legendary musical Miss Saigon, from the creators of Les Misérables. This is the epic story of a young Vietnamese woman named Kim. In a bar run by a notorious character called The Engineer, Kim meets an American G.I. That encounter will change their lives forever. Featuring stunning spectacle, a sensational cast of 42, and a soaring score including Broadway hits like “Last Night of the World,” “The Movie in My Mind,” and “The Heat is On in Saigon,” this is a theatrical event you will never forget.
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BOSTON OPERA HOUSE
539 Washington Street, Boston
DEAR EVAN HANSEN Playing: July 10–August 4, 2019 Order by: June 10, 2019 A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he’s always wanted: a chance to finally fit in. Dear Evan Hansen is the deeply personal and profoundly contemporary musical about life and the way we live it. "One of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history,” says The Washington Post. The New York Times calls Dear Evan Hansen “a gut-punching, breathtaking knockout of a musical” and NBC News says that the musical is “an inspiring anthem resonating on Broadway and beyond.
BOSTON OPERA HOUSE
539 Washington Street, Boston
HELLO, DOLLY! Playing: August 6–18, 2019 Order by: July 5, 2019 Tony Award-winning Broadway legend Betty Buckley stars in Hello, Dolly!—the universally acclaimed smash that NPR calls “the best show of the year!” Winner of four Tony Awards, including Best Musical Revival, director Jerry Zaks’ “gorgeous” new production (Vogue) is “making people crazy happy!” (The Washington Post). Breaking box office records week after week and receiving thunderous raves on Broadway, this Hello, Dolly! pays tribute to the original work of legendary director/choreographer Gower Champion—hailed both then and now as one of the greatest stagings in musical theater history. Rolling Stone calls it “a must-see event. A musical comedy dream. If you’re lucky enough to score a ticket, you’ll be seeing something historic. Wow, wow, wow indeed!”
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NORTH SHORE MUSIC THEATRE 62 Dunham Road, Beverly
PETER PAN
Peter Pan, the high-flying Tony Award-winning musical, follows the adventures of Peter Pan and his mischievous fairy sidekick, Tinkerbell, as they visit the nursery of the Darling children late one night. With a sprinkle of pixie dust, they begin a magical journey across the stars that none of them will ever forget. From ticking crocodiles, to fierce warriors, bungling pirates and the villainous Captain Hook himself, this fun classic will delight all ages. With its iconic score featuring songs like “I’m Flying,” “I Gotta Crow,” “I Won’t Grow Up” and “Never Never Land,” Peter Pan is the perfect show for the child in all of us! Playing: Jul. 10–22, 2018 Order by: June 8, 2018
MAMMA MIA!
Prepare to have the time of your life at Mamma Mia! Sophie, a 20-year-old brideto-be, is on the search for her father. After reading her mother’s diary, she discovers there are three potential suitors. Unbeknownst to her mother, Donna, Sophie invites each of them in hopes of having one of them walk her down the aisle. As the big day draws near, surprises abound with old flames and old friends. Mamma Mia! is packed with 22 ABBA hits, including “Dancing Queen,” “Super Trouper,” “Take a Chance on Me,” and “The Winner Takes It All.” This worldwide megahit will have audiences shouting “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!” more! Playing: Aug. 7–Sept. 2, 2018 Order by: July 6, 2018
JEKYLL & HYDE
A Gothic musical thriller based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s novel of similar name, Jekyll & Hyde tells the story of London scientist Dr. Henry Jekyll, who creates a potion that turns him into a murderous alter ego dubbed Edward Hyde. As Hyde’s violent rampage continues, Jekyll must figure out a way to stop the transformations before it results in deadly consequences for his fiancée Emma and a prostitute named Lucy, who has fallen for the doctor. Frank Wildhorn’s soaring score features powerful and romantic songs including “This Is the Moment,” “In His Eyes,” Someone Like You,” and “A New Life.” Playing: Sept. 25–Oct. 7, 2018 Order by: August 24, 2018
HAIRSPRAY
Hairspray is piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance, and infectious musical numbers. Set in Baltimore, 1962, Tracy Turnblad is a big girl with big hair and an even bigger dream: to dance her way onto TV, and into the heart of teen idol Link Larkin. Tracy’s audition makes her a local star and soon she is using her new-found fame to fight for integration. But can she win equality—and Link’s heart—without denting her ‘do? Featuring the hit songs “Welcome To The ‘60s,” “You Can’t Stop The Beat,” “The Nicest Kids in Town,” and many more, Hairspray is an irresistible, feel-good show guaranteed to have you dancing the night away. Playing: Oct. 30–Nov. 11, 2018 Order by: Sept. 28, 2018
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
New England’s brightest holiday tradition! An original adaptation based on Charles Playing: Dec. 7–23, 2018 Dickens’ classic novella, A Christmas Carol is Order by: Nov. 7, 2018 a musical ghost story following the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge through a series of strange and magical journeys, where he ultimately discovers the true spirit of the holiday season. Featuring dazzling special effects and traditional songs like “God Rest Ye Merry Gentleman,” “The Boars Head Carol,” and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” this award-winning production was created specifically for North Shore Music Theatre and has been seen by more than one million people since its debut in 1989.
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2018 BOSTON THEATER WEEKENDS! IF YOU ENJOY WEEKEND GETAWAYS we have just the ticket! Simply drive to Boston and The Travel Club takes care of the rest: the parking, a Saturday night theater ticket, overnight accommodations at a terrific hotel, breakfast and even a $25 gift certificate to Maggiano’s Little Italy restaurant. Ideal for a girls getaway, birthday surprise or anniversary celebration.
2014 TONY AWARD NOMINEE FOR BEST MUSICAL!
WINNER OF 9 TONY AWARDS, INCLUDING BEST MUSICAL!
Aladdin
The Book of Mormon
Aug. 4–5, 2018 Revere Hotel Boston Common Boston Opera House
Aug. 25–26, 2018 Revere Hotel Boston Common Boston Opera House
$379* pp/do
$369* pp/do
"The best musical of the century." —The New York Times
REVERE HOTEL BOSTON COMMON
INCLUDES
Conveniently located in Boston’s Theatre District near the Boston Common, the Revere Hotel Boston Common features the exciting Emerald Lounge. You’ll enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi internet access, a fitness center, and indoor pool with sundeck that overlooks the city. All guestrooms feature large private city-view balconies and coffeemakers. You’ll receive bottled water for your room.
• Saturday night hotel accommodations • Saturday evening theater ticket • Sunday breakfast • Parking at hotel (one car per room) • $25 Dining Gift Certificate for Maggiano’s Little Italy*
*(one certificate for two persons; one certificate accepted per table)
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DRIVE YOURSELF WEEKENDS
THE CONNECTICUT RIVER VALLEY AND
GOODSPEED MUSICALS Friday, August 3– Sunday, August 5
Friday, December 7– Sunday, December 9
Includes tickets to CYRANO & OLIVER!
Includes tickets to A CONNECTICUT CHRISTMAS CAROL
Cyrano: Peter Dinklage & Haley Bennett to lead the cast. The legendary romance about a proud and impassioned poet who ghost writes love letters is rekindled in a timeless and unconventional new musical. Cyrano agrees to woo his true love, Roxanne, on behalf of another in this classic tale of unrequited love. New music by members of the Grammy Award-winning indie alternative band The National drives this story of mistaken identity, selfless courage and buried desire. The Terris Theatre, 33 North Main Street, Chester, CT.
A Connecticut Christmas Carol: Mark Twain, P.T. Barnum, William Gillette and more make spirited appearances in this tuneful adaptation of the Dickens’ holiday classic that's back with new surprises for 2018! The Terris Theatre, 33 North Main Street, Chester, CT.
$469*
$369*
Oliver!: Consider yourself part of the family! Charles Dickens’ beloved orphan makes his Goodspeed debut in this glorious hope-filled musical. The Goodspeed, 6 Main Street, East Haddam, CT.
ENJOY A DELIGHTFUL NEW ENGLAND WEEKEND in the Connecticut River Valley highlighted by world class theater! August weekend includes Friday night tickets to Oliver! at the Goodspeed in East Haddam and Saturday night tickets to Cyrano at the Terris Theatre in Chester. The December weekend includes Friday night tickets to A Connecticut Christmas Carol and Saturday tickets to Christmas at Mystic Seaport with an evening Lantern Light Walking Tour. You set the pace on these drive-yourself weekends while we provide the first-class amenities, including admission to the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of INCLUDES Art in Hartford and a two-night stay at • Two nights’ first-class accommodations: the newly-renovated Inn at Middletown. Inn at Middletown • Continental breakfast Saturday and Sunday Located on Main Street, the historic National • AUGUST WEEKEND: Friday evening ticket Guard Armory has been transformed into to Oliver!, Saturday evening ticket to Cyrano an elegant 100-room inn situated at the • DECEMBER WEEKEND: Friday evening entrance of renowned Wesleyan University. ticket to A Connecticut Christmas Carol and Saturday ticket to Mystic Seaport • Admission to Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art (at your leisure) • Parking at hotel
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*per person double occupancy Call for single, triple and quad occupancy rates. Per person deposit is $150.
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BERKSHIRES GETAWAY AND TANGLEWOOD CONCERT Friday, July 6–Sunday, July 8
Friday, July 27–Sunday, July 29
On the Town
West Side Story
$599
$599
Staged performance—Boston Pops Orchestra Keith Lockhart, Conductor
Remastered film—Boston Symphony Orchestra David Newman, Conductor
Saturday Evening Concert
Saturday Evening Concert
Monday, August 6–Wednesday, August 8
Friday, August 10–Sunday, August 12
Tanglewood on Parade
John Williams' Film Night
$479
Boston Symphony, Boston Pops Orchestra Keith Lockhart, John Williams, Conductors Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture with Fireworks
Tuesday Evening Concert
$599
Boston Pops Orchestra John Williams, Andris Nelsons, Conductors
Saturday Evening Concert
*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 and triple and single reservations. Per person deposit is $300. Tanglewood
A CONCERT AT TANGLEWOOD, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, is an American tradition. This iconic setting, with the Berkshires in the background, makes for a summer evening you’ll never forget. We’ve chosen four amazing concerts that include conductor Keith Lockhart, our home-town Boston Pops and of course, John Williams’ wonderful Film Night. Accommodations INCLUDES are at the historic Red Lion Inn in the heart of Norman Rockwell’s favorite town, • Two nights’ first-class accommodations: Stockbridge, and we’ve included admission The Red Lion Inn, Stockbridge • Full breakfast each morning to The Mount, the lovely estate home and • Concert—Tanglewood reserved shed seat gardens of author Edith Wharton.
CALL TODAY TO RESERVE!
• The Mount Estate & Gardens admission • To-Go Picnic Lunch provided by The Red Lion Inn • Parking at hotel
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DRIVE YOURSELF
OGUNQUIT THEATER GETAWAYS Wednesday, July 11– Friday, July 13
Wednesday, August 29– Friday, August 31
An American in Paris
Grumpy Old Men
RESERVE TODAY!
RESERVE BY AUGUST 1, 2018
$469*
$399*
Wednesday, September 19– Friday, September 21
$369*
Jersey Boys! RESERVE BY AUGUST 15, 2018
INCLUDES • Two nights’ accommodations: Meadowmere Resort • Deluxe continental breakfast Thursday and Friday, one dinner at Jonathan's Restaurant in Ogunquit • Thursday evening performance at Ogunquit Playhouse • Ogunquit-Nubble Lighthouse narrated cruise • Admission to Ogunquit Museum of American Art • Luggage handling and parking at hotel
JUST 90 MINUTES FROM BOSTON you’ll find “the best vacation to be had in the Vacation State” in Ogunquit, Maine. From its world-class scenery to its joyful art scene reflected in its array of galleries, museums and theater, Ogunquit is New England at its best. Each of these getaways includes two nights at the Meadowmere Resort and a performance at the famed Ogunquit Playhouse, a Nubble Lighthouse narrated cruise and admission to Ogunquit Museum of American Art. Whether you choose a lovely summer beach weekend or opt for the dog days of summer in September, you’re going to love this getaway. *per person double occupancy Call for single, triple and quad occupancy rates and show information. Per person deposit is $150.
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NORTH SHORE MUSIC THEATRE from
$199
per person double occupancy for a one-night stay
Motif #1, Rockport
PICK YOUR SHOW
PICK YOUR ACCOMMODATIONS
Mame June 5–17
Linden Tree Inn: • 1850 Victorian Bed & Breakfast • All rooms with private bath • 800 feet from the beach and shops • Full breakfast
Peter Pan July 10–22 Mamma Mia! August 7–26 Jekyll & Hyde September 25–October 7 Hairspray October 30–November 11 BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Drive Yourself Getaways: enchanting Rockport, Massachusetts—a peaceful, seaside village on Cape Ann with miles of rugged rocky coastline, a vibrant arts community, a small picturesque harbor and historic Bearskin Neck. We’ve paired accommodations at one of the charming Inns of Rockport with tickets for a fabulous musical performance at the award-winning North Shore Music Theatre in nearby Beverly. All you need do is choose the show, the Inn, the date and we’ll do the rest. Stay as many nights as you like! ONCE YOU’VE PICKED YOUR SHOW, DATES AND INN, CALL US AT 617-338-1111 TO CHECK AVAILABILITY AND RESERVE!
Seven South Street Inn: • 2017 Yankee Magazine Editors' Choice for Best Country B&B • Bed & Breakfast built in 1766 • Outdoor pool and beautiful gardens • Gourmet four-course breakfast The Seafarer Inn: • Ocean views, wrap-around porch • Full buffet breakfast • Short walk to Straitsmouth Cove • Historic and refurbished bed and breakfast
INCLUDES • One nights’ accommodations at an Inns of Rockport inn (additional nights available upon request) • Performance at North Shore Music Theatre • Admission to the Cape Ann Museum in Gloucester • $25 Dining Gift Card (one per room) • Welcome amenity *No Monday performances
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DRIVE YOURSELF GETAWAYS
THE BEAUPORT HOTEL GLOUCESTER
WITH TICKETS TO NORTH SHORE MUSIC THEATRE September 25–October 7 Midweek: $299*; Weekend: $315*
Jekyll & Hyde
from
$249
*per person double occupancy for a one night stay
October 30–November 11 Midweek: $249*; Weekend: $259*
Hairspray
December 7–23 Midweek: $249*; Weekend: $259*
A Christmas Carol
ONE OF NEW ENGLAND’S OLDEST TOWNS, Gloucester—on beautiful Cape Ann—has made its living from fishing for almost 400 years, and has inspired books and films like Rudyard Kipling's Captains Courageous and Sebastian Junger's The Perfect Storm. With over 60 miles of coastline, there is a wealth of stunning views to enjoy—in addition to world-class museums to explore, gorgeous beaches to stroll, and interesting art galleries to visit. Situated on the Gloucester waterfront, with sweeping views of Gloucester Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean, Beauport Hotel Gloucester is the quintessential New England seaside getaway. Guests arriving at the hotel are immersed in understated coastal elegance and some of the best water views in New England. Gambrel roofs and dormers, cedar shingling and INCLUDES waterfront balconies frame the regal façade. • One nights’ accommodations at Beauport Hotel (additional nights available upon request) • Breakfast • Performance at North Shore Music Theatre, Beverly (no Monday performances) • $25 voucher (per room) at the hotel restaurant • Admission to the Cape Ann Museum in Gloucester • Cheese and crackers plate at hotel
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Beauport Hotel
ONCE YOU’VE CHOSEN YOUR SHOW AND DATES, CALL US TO CHECK AVAILABILITY AND MAKE YOUR RESERVATION.
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MAINE CASCO BAY ESCAPE PORTLAND & GREAT DIAMOND ISLAND 3 DAYS: Available June 1–October 13, 2018 LEAVE THE CAR AND HEAD DOWNEAST Maine as we board AMTRAK'S Downeaster rail service to Portland. This two-night getaway combines one night in vibrant Portland from and one night on tiny Great Diamond Island. Discover per person double occupancy Sunday–Thursday Portland from the charming Old Port to Portland Head Light on Maine's rocky coast aboard the Portland Trolley rates may be higher on Friday & Saturday Tour and enjoy dinner. The next morning board the ferry to picturesque Great Diamond Island and an overnight stay at the Inn at Diamond Cove—an Historic INCLUDES Hotel of America. Island sights include the Diamond Cove Art Gallery, Fort McKinley • Round-trip fare on AMTRAK's Downeaster from North Station, Boston to Portland (coach class) Museum and the Moon Garden.
$589
Portland Head Light
Call to check availability and rates and to reserve.
• Two night's accommodations: 1n Hyatt Place, Portland; 1n Inn at Diamond Cove, Great Diamond Island • Round-trip ferry from Portland to Great Diamond Island • $50 dining certificate for a restaurant in Portland (one per room) • Portland Trolley Tour • Breakfast and dinner at Inn at Diamond Cove • Round-trip transfers: Portland Amtrak station to hotel, ferry to inn • Additional hotel nights and optional tours available
THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW 2 DAYS: Thursday, October 25–Friday, October 26, 2018
EXPLORE NEW YORK’S HAUNTED HISTORY TRAIL on this two-day, pre-Halloween getaway that includes Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, a walking ghost tour of Rhinebeck, a visit to Wing's Castle—complete with seven towers and a moat— and a special "farm to table" dinner at Sprout Creek Farm. We'll start with Washington Irving's (author of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow) charming home at Sunnyside, learn about the Headless Horseman and the ghosts wandering the Beekman Arms—America's oldest inn; and have free time for lunch and shopping.
$339
per person double occupancy $329 per person triple occupancy; $409 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $16. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $150, $50 of which is non-refundable.
INCLUDES
Beekman Arms
RESERVE BY JULY 18, 2018
• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • One nights’ accommodations: Springhill Suites, Fishkill NY • Two meals: one breakfast, one dinner • Services of professional Tour Manager
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MACY’S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE
IN NEW YORK CITY
2 DAYS: Wednesday, November 21–Thursday, November 22, 2018
$439
per person double occupancy $429 per person triple occupancy, $579 for single reservations. TripAssure Travel Protection is $40. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Deposit is $150 pp, $50 of which is non-refundable.
KICK OFF THE HOLIDAY SEASON at one of New York’s biggest parties, The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®! This overnight getaway is packed: we’ll visit Rockefeller Center, enjoy dinner at legendary Carmine’s, see the balloons come to life at the Inflation Celebration, attend the parade with its creative floats and talented performers and cap off our visit with Thanksgiving lunch and a cruise aboard the elegant Bateaux.
INCLUDES • Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • One nights’ accommodations: Roosevelt Hotel • Two meals: one lunch, one dinner • Services of professional Tour Manager
Rockefeller Center
RESERVE BY AUGUST 13, 2018
SARATOGA SPRINGS
VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS
2 DAYS: Thursday, November 29–Friday, November 30, 2018
$329
per person double occupancy $319 per person triple occupancy; $369 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $16. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $150.
CELEBRATE THE MAGIC OF THE SEASON with a visit to historic Saratoga Springs and its 32nd Annual Victorian Streetwalk. Begin with lunch at a charming inn followed by a guided tour and visit to Union Gables historic mansion. In the evening we'll return to Saratoga Springs for the Streetwalk— the entire center of town is closed to traffic and perfect for strolling; carolers delight the crowds; and more than 50 venues offer entertainment and shopping. As you return to Massachusetts you'll stop at the Festival of Decorated Trees at the Berkshire Museum and enjoy a fabulous lunch at the popular Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge.
INCLUDES • Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • One nights’ accommodations: Hilton Garden Inn, Saratoga Springs, NY • Three meals: one breakfast, two lunches • Services of professional Tour Manager
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Saratoga
RESERVE BY AUGUST 24,2018
After deadline, call for availability.
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VINTAGE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY
PORTSMOUTH, NH
3 DAYS: Friday, November 30–Sunday, December 2, 2018 LET'S HEAD NORTH TO CELEBRATE THE ANNUAL VINTAGE CHRISTMAS IN PORTSMOUTH—stroll the charming historic streets, hop on the trolley to see the per person double occupancy sights, and enjoy tax-free New Hampshire shopping. This $319 per person triple event was listed as "one of the Top Ten Things not to miss occupancy; $279 per person in New England" by the Boston Globe. From our downtown quad occupancy; $599 for single reservations. Per accommodations we'll enjoy the historic waterfront person deposit is $150. district decorated in Victorian fashion, enjoy a host of holiday activities and be treated to the Candlelight Stroll at Strawbery Banke INCLUDES with 350 years of seasonal and holiday • Two nights’ three-star accommodations: traditions displayed at the historic homes Hampton Inn, Portsmouth and by the costumed performers.
$349
RESERVE BY OCTOBER 12, 2018
After deadline, call for availability.
• Breakfast Saturday and Sunday • Saturday evening dinner • Saturday evening Strawbery Banke Candlelight Stroll • Welcome reception • Parking and luggage handling
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CHRISTMASTIME IN
NEWPORT, RI
3 DAYS: Friday, November 30–Sunday, December 2, 2018 IT'S THE 48TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS IN NEWPORT—a city-wide festival celebrating the glorious traditions of the holidays! We'll stay at The Hotel Viking—in the center of the per person double occupancy celebrations with historic buildings decked out in holiday Call for triple and single finery, fun (and free) events and wonderful shopping. The reservations. Per person magnificent historic houses put on an amazing holiday deposit is $150. display of spectacular evergreens, decorated trees, plus thousands of poinsettias and wreaths. We've included admission to Holiday Evening at INCLUDES The Breakers and Newport Nutcracker • Two nights’ four-star accommodations: at Rosecliff, set within the iconic staircase, The Hotel Viking, Newport salons and ballroom of the mansion.
$499
RESERVE BY OCTOBER 15, 2018
Reserve today—this program will sell out.
• Nutcracker performance at Rosecliff • Holiday Evening at The Breakers • Luggage handling and parking at hotel
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CHRISTMASTIME ON CAPE MAY 3 DAYS: Monday, December 3–Wednesday, December 5, 2018
$479
per person double occupancy $469 per person triple occupancy; $569 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $24. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $150.
LET’S HEAD TO CAPE MAY—an historic Victorian gem and America’s oldest seaside resort. A postcard from the past, the city is a National Historic District—with nearly 600 preserved Victorian buildings—that transforms into a Dickensian village at the holidays with garlands of fragrant greens, sparkling decorations and twinkling gaslights. We’ll enjoy an evening trolley tour, view the historic lighthouse, visit an 1879 Victorian house and enjoy shopping in historic Smithville.
INCLUDES • Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • Two nights’ accommodations: Grand Hotel, Cape May • Four meals: two breakfasts, two dinners • Services of professional Tour Manager
Cape May; Photo: Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities
RESERVE BY AUGUST 24, 2018
INN AT MILL FALLS HOLIDAY LAKE WINNIPESAUKEE
2 DAYS: Wednesday, December 5–Thursday, December 6, 2018
$329
per person double occupancy $319 per person triple occupancy; $409 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $16. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $150.
Inn at Mill Falls
ENJOY THE QUAINT NEW ENGLAND TOWNS OF NEW HAMPSHIRE’S BEAUTIFUL LAKES REGION with an overnight getaway to the world-class village resort of Meredith, located on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. We’ll stay at the magnificent Inn at Mill Falls—a restored 19th-century linen mill— INCLUDES visit Pepi Hermann Crystal and The Rocks • Round-trip motorcoach transportation Estate Christmas Tree Farm for a horsefrom select locations drawn wagon ride around the sprawling • One nights’ accommodations: property complete with incredible mountain Inn at Mill Falls, Meredith NH views and preserved historic buildings. • Two meals: one breakfast, one dinner • Services of professional Tour Manager
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RESERVE BY AUGUST 31, 2018
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CHRISTMASTIME IN THE
BRANDYWINE VALLEY
3 DAYS: Friday, December 7–Sunday, December 9, 2018 THE BRANDYWINE VALLEY (where Pennsylvania and Delaware meet) is rich in history, world-class museums, “American castle” mansions and fabulous gardens. This per person double occupancy special holiday tour includes a visit to Alfred duPont’s $469 per person triple occupancy; $589 for single reservations. Nemours Mansion and Gardens—a French-style Cancellation insurance waiver is $24. chateau elegantly decorated for the season—as well as Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. the Brandywine River Museum’s Christmas display and Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $150. an evening at magnificent Longwood Gardens with its towering Christmas trees, thousands of poinsettias, dancing fountains and holiday INCLUDES music. Before departing for home, we'll visit • Round-trip motorcoach transportation the Betsy Ross House in Philadelphia. from select Boston area locations
$479
RESERVE BY AUGUST 31, 2018
After deadline, call for availability.
• Two nights’ accommodations: Crowne Plaza Hotel, Brandywine Valley • Four meals: two breakfasts, two dinners • Services of professional Tour Manager
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CHRISTMAS BY THE SEA
OGUNQUIT, MAINE
3 DAYS: Friday, December 7–Sunday, December 9, 2018 WHAT’S PRETTIER OR MORE FESTIVE than a New England seacoast village all dressed up for the holidays? Upon arrival at the Meadowmere Resort we’ll be treated to per person double occupancy a wine and cheese reception and be welcomed by our local $279 per person triple elf! On Saturday enjoy the festivities of Ogunquit’s 32nd occupancy; $259 per person Annual Christmas by the Sea before your VIP admission quad occupancy; $479 for single reservations. Per to the popular Taste the Season Competition. Local person deposit is $150. restaurants compete for the coveted titles and we’ll sample and vote! Don’t miss the barbershop quartet concert and holiday singINCLUDES along at a local church. Before heading • Two nights’ first-class accommodations: home on Sunday you’ll want to head to Meadowmere Resort, Ogunquit • Gourmet breakfast basket Kennebunkport and the festivities of the • Wine and Cheese Welcome Reception 37th Annual Christmas Prelude—voted #2 • Dinner one evening at Jonathan’s Restaurant Christmas Town in America by HGTV!
$319
RESERVE BY OCTOBER 19, 2018
After deadline, call for availability.
• VIP admission to Ogunquit’s Taste the Season Competition on Saturday • Kittery Outlets Discount Book • Luggage handling and parking at hotel
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OLD FASHIONED VERMONT CHRISTMAS 2 DAYS: Saturday, December 8–Sunday, December 9, 2018
$319
per person double occupancy $309 per person triple occupancy; $399 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $16. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $150.
SNOW-COVERED HILLS, BRIGHTLY LIT VILLAGES, mountain views and the crisp smell of pine in the air—it’s a Vermont holiday postcard! Our destination is Middlebury—an idyllic town nestled in the heart of Vermont’s beautiful Champlain Valley and our accommodations at the historic and charming Middlebury Inn. We’ll enjoy the annual Woodstock Wassail Weekend and Parade, Vermont’s most elaborate winter celebration, and a stop at the famous Vermont Country Store.
INCLUDES • Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • One night’s accommodations: Middlebury Inn, Middlebury • Two meals: one breakfast, one dinner • Services of professional Tour Manager
Middlebury Inn
RESERVE BY AUGUST 31, 2018
NIAGARA FALLS & THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
3 DAYS: Sunday, December 9–Tuesday, December 11, 2018
$479
per person double occupancy $469 per person triple occupancy; $599 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $24. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $150.
INCLUDES
EVERYBODY LOVES A SPARKLING DISPLAY of lights and decorations at holiday time, and this getaway to Niagara Falls and the Winter Festival of Lights delivers brilliantly. Accommodations are at the Sheraton on the Falls, with wonderful views and adjacent to Casino Niagara and within walking distance of the Falls and shopping area. Dinner in the Falls Restaurant is highlighted by the magnificent view of the Falls. Tour the village of Niagara-on-the-Lake, the magnificent poinsettia displays in the Niagara Greenhouses, and enjoy a chocolate tasting at Chocolate FX! As darkness descends, the Festival’s lights ignite and the Falls are illuminated by a fabulous palette of color.
• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • Two nights’ accommodations: Sheraton on the Falls, Niagara Falls, ON • Four meals: two buffet breakfasts, two dinners • Services of professional Tour Manager
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Niagara Falls
RESERVE BY AUGUST 31, 2018
After deadline, call for availability.
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TOURNAMENT OF ROSES PARADE
5 DAYS: Saturday, December 29, 2018–Wednesday, January 2, 2019
$2,779
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. Instant purchase airfare may be available at a lower rate. Call for details. $2,749 per person triple occupancy; $3,379 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air 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. Per person deposit is $550.
Los Angeles Fireworks
WELCOME IN THE NEW YEAR WITH THIS UNFORGETTABLE HOLIDAY to sunny Southern California and enjoy the event of the year—the Tournament of Roses Parade! From our accommodations in Los Angeles we’ll head to Pasadena for a behind-the-scenes look at the parade preparations and view the floats in their final stages of decorating. Next, take our seats for Bandfest and watch a preview of the bands selected from all over the country that will perform in the parade. Enjoy free time back in Los Angeles during the afternoon and evening. Begin New Year’s Eve day relaxing or schedule an optional tour before the Gala Dinner Dance this evening— complete with live entertainment and a champagne toast. On New Year’s Day we’ll return to Pasadena and our reserved seats for prime viewing of the magnificent parade. Parade Float
FEATURES
INCLUDES
Pasadena excursion to see the floats being decorated, attend Bandfest to see selected bands perform. New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner Dance; Tournament of Roses Parade reserved seating. OPTIONALS: Inside Historic Hollywood, The Queen Mary and Long Beach Aquarium, The Jewel of Pasadena, The Reagan Library, Santa Monica and Venice Beach. LAS VEGAS 3n post-tour extension $699 pp/do land only.
• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Los Angeles, California, via a connecting city • Private sedan transfers within 50 miles of Boston’s Logan Airport (one car per booking) • Four nights’ first-class accommodations: The Westin Bonaventure, Los Angeles • Five meals: three breakfasts, two dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
RESERVE BY JUNE 22, 2018
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TRAVEL CLUB SELECT
NEW YEAR’S IN CALIFORNIA
TRAVEL CLUB SELECT
AMERICA’S MUSIC CITIES NEW ORLEANS, MEMPHIS & NASHVILLE
8 DAYS: Friday, April 12–Friday, April 19, 2019
$3,399
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. Instant purchase airfare may be available at a lower rate. Call for details.
$3,369 per person triple occupancy; $4,549 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $275. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $600.
Graceland
EXPERIENCE HOMEGROWN LOCAL CULTURE right here in America's south—the birthplace of American music on this week-long tour showcasing three musical Meccas for fans of jazz, blues and country music. New Orleans indisputably wears the jazz crown and is home to such landmarks as Jackson Square and the unique French Quarter—where we'll learn to cook “N'awlins” style—and take a bayou swamp cruise. In Memphis, we'll feast on famous barbecue and listen as local musicians rhapsodize about Memphis' blues, soul and rock 'n' roll history, before touring Graceland, the 14-acre estate of the late King, Elvis Presley. Finally, we'll go a little bit country in Nashville where we take our seats at the legendary Grand Ole Opry, tour historic ACCOMMODATIONS RCA Studio B and visit the Country Music Hall of Fame. The sounds of the south have DAY 1 Flight from Boston become part of our own cultural heritage DAYS 1–3 Sheraton New Orleans, New Orleans DAY 4–5 The Guest House at Graceland, as surely as Southern hospitality, sweet tea, Memphis fried chicken and Gone with the Wind. DAYS 6–7 DAY 8
Gaylord Opryland Resort, Nashville Return flight to Boston
or similar hotel accommodations
INCLUDES • Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to New Orleans and Nashville to Boston, via a connecting city • Private sedan transfers within 50 miles of Boston’s Logan Airport (one car per booking) • Seven nights’ first-class accommodations • Eleven meals: seven breakfasts, one lunch, three dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
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FEATURES New Orleans: Choice of French Quarter walking tour or coach tour of New Orleans, French Quarter walking tour, Café Du Monde, French Quarter Festival ticket, New Orleans School of Cooking demonstration, jazz revue, Louisiana swamp cruise (weather dependent). Memphis: musical heritage city tour led by local musicians, Graceland. Nashville: Belle Meade Plantation visit, RCA Studio B, tour including Music Row and Parthenon, Grand Ole Opry evening show, Country Music Hall of Fame. OPTIONAL: New Orleans—Jazz afternoon brunch.
SAVE $100 WHEN YOU RESERVE BY OCTOBER 5, 2018
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U.S. NATIONAL PARKS GRAND CANYON TO YELLOWSTONE
12 DAYS: Friday, May 3–Tuesday, May 14, 2019
$3,819
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$4,639 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Per person deposit is $600. Grand Tetons
LET’S EXPLORE THE DRAMATIC NATIONAL PARKS OF AMERICA’S WEST! We’ll start in Santa Fe—“The City Different”—whose downtown is a designated historic district of pueblo-style architecture, Spanish churches, twisting streets, galleries and tiny boutiques. Explore the Old West mining town of Durango and tour Mesa Verde National Park and its 800-year-old cliff dwellings. Browse Native American crafts at Cameron Trading Post and enjoy the exhibits of Navajo culture at the Navajo Interactive Museum before enjoying ACCOMMODATIONS a full day to explore the Grand Canyon. See DAY 1 Flight from Boston the red and white sand-stone cliffs of Zion DAYS 1–2 Lodge at Santa Fe, Santa Fe National Park and the arches, bridges and DAY 3 Far View Lodge, Mesa Verde Hoodoos of Bryce Canyon National Park. DAY 4 Hampton Inn, Kayenta Spend three nights in Wyoming’s resortDAYS 5–6 Best Western Premier Grand Canyon Squire Inn, Grand Canyon cowboy town of Jackson and discover DAY 7 Holiday Inn Express Springdale, Grand Teton National Park—the mountains Zion National Park of the imagination—and Yellowstone, the DAY 8 Salt Lake Plaza Hotel, Salt Lake City world’s first national park. DAYS 9–11
FEATURES Santa Fe tour including Loretto Chapel. Visit Durango. Mesa Verde National Park tour, Monument Valley. Cameron Trading Post. Grand Canyon: South Rim scenic walk, free day. Zion National Park: tram ride. Bryce Canyon National Park: tour by bus and on foot. Jackson. Grand Teton National Park: tour by bus and on foot. Yellowstone National Park: tour with photo stops. OPTIONAL: Grand Canyon—helicopter ride.
RESERVE BY DECEMBER 31, 2018
DAY 12
Elk Country Inn, Jackson Return flight to Boston
or similar hotel accommodations
INCLUDES • Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Albuquerque and Jackson to Boston, via a connecting city • Eleven nights’ accommodations • Fifteen meals: eleven breakfasts, four dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip, airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
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SEDONA & THE GRAND CANYON 6 DAYS: Sunday, May 5–Friday, May 10, 2019
$2,099
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,079 per person triple occupancy; $2,669 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. TravelSafe Protection Plan is $175. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.
Grand Canyon
NESTLED AMID STRIKING RED-ROCK BUTTES, steep canyon walls and pine forests, Sedona earned its spot on USA Weekend “The 10 Most Beautiful Places in America”. Known for its mild climate, Sedona is one of the Southwest’s premier arts communities. We’ll get to know Sedona on a trolley tour that includes the Chapel of the Cross (build into the red rock), Uptown Sedona (packed with shops and galleries) and Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village (fashioned as a traditional Mexican village). Enjoy views of the Grand Canyon from stops at a number of scenic outlooks long the South Rim and have dinner at Cameron Indian Trading Post. We’ll visit Montezuma Castle National Monument—one of the best-preserved cliff dwellings in North America—nestled into a towering limestone cliff; ride the Verde Canyon Railroad past towering cliffs and ancient ruins. We’ll spend our last day in Sedona at leisure before a farewell chuck wagon supper at the Blazin M Ranch. Montezuma Castle National Monument
INCLUDES
FEATURES
• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Phoenix, via a connecting city • Five nights’ accommodations: Sedona Real Inn • Eight meals: five breakfasts, three dinners • Services of professional Tour Manager
Sedona trolley tour, Mexican village of Tlaquepaque, Oak Canyon, Grand Canyon South Rim, Cameron Indian Trading Post, Montezuma Castle National Monument cliff-dwelling, Verde Canyon Railroad.
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RESERVE BY OCTOBER 29, 2018
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JACKSON, GRAND TETON, BIGHORN MOUNTAINS, BADLANDS, BLACK HILLS & MOUNT RUSHMORE 8 DAYS: Sunday, May 19–Sunday, May 26, 2019
$3,849
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. Instant purchase airfare may be available at lower rate. Call for details. $3,799 per person triple occupancy; $5,049 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $275. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $600.
Mount Rushmore
THIS CLASSIC WESTERN ADVENTURE explores the romantic culture of the cowboy in the big landscapes they made famous. In Jackson, Wyoming—the Rockies’ crown jewel—we discover a century-old, authentic cowboy-town-turned-resort before winding through the towering peaks of Grand Teton National Park. The first national park in the world, Yellowstone is incomparable and a true symbol of the west. Traverse the incredible Bighorn Mountains and the territory of the Great Sioux Nation to the former gold rush town of Deadwood, home to true American ACCOMMODATIONS originals Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane. DAY 1 Flight from Boston This American experience concludes in the DAYS 1–2 The Lodge at Jackson Hole, Black Hills and Badlands of South Dakota—a Jackson Hole WY landscape of steep canyons, spires and DAY 3 Old Faithful Snow Lodge, buttes—where we’ll visit the astonishing, stillYellowstone WY in-progress and world’s largest sculpture, the DAY 4 Holiday Inn Sheridan, Sheridan WY Crazy Horse Memorial, and be treated to a DAYS 5–7 Alex Johnson Hotel, Rapid City SD sound and light show at an illuminated Mount DAY 8 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations Rushmore—a true American west icon.
FEATURES
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Covered wagon ride, chuck wagon dinner, Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Old Faithful, Sylvan Pass, Buffalo Bill Center of the West, Bighorn Mountains, Deadwood visit, Black Hills gold tour, Crazy Horse Memorial, Custer State Park, Badlands National Park, Mount Rushmore sound and light show.
• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Jackson WY and Rapid City SD to Boston, via a connecting city • Private sedan transfers within 50 miles of Boston’s Logan Airport (one car per booking) • Seven nights’ first-class accommodations • Ten meals: seven breakfasts, three dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
SAVE $150 WHEN YOU RESERVE BY NOVEMBER 12, 2018
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AMERICA’S COWBOY COUNTRY
CANADIAN ROCKIES
GLACIER NATIONAL PARK & YELLOWSTONE 11 DAYS: Thursday, May 30–Sunday, June 9, 2019
$3,759
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$4,339 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $600. Lake Louise
THE CANADIAN ROCKIES—a grand outdoor wonderland of dazzling peaks, lush alpine meadows, turquoise lakes, virgin forest, towering waterfalls and epic wildlife. Start in Banff National Park—“one of the world's premiere destinations, spanning a region of unparalleled majestic mountain scenery”–National Geographic)—famous for its outrageously colored lakes. Stop at turquoise-hued Lake Louise, and towering Victoria Glacier. Visit HeadSmashed-In Buffalo Jump UNESCO site before arriving in Waterton Lakes National Park. Arriving in Montana, we'll board vintage 1930's Red Buses for a tour of Glacier National Park—magnificent and pristine—and travel up Going-to-the-Sun Road (“a strong ACCOMMODATIONS contender for the most spectacular road DAY 1 Flight from Boston in America”–Lonely Planet). Yellowstone International Hotel, Calgary AB DAYS 2–4 Irwin's Mountain Inn, Banff AB is next—jaw-dropping mountain scenery, DAY 5 Glacier Peaks Hotel, Glacier Country indescribable colors and jam-packed with DAY 6 Holiday Inn, Missoula MT wildlife—followed by the Grand Tetons and DAYS 7–8 Yellowstone Park Hotel, Yellowstone our final destination of Jackson. WY
DAYS 9–10 DAY 11
Elk Country Inn, Jackson WY Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations
INCLUDES • Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Calgary and Jackson to Boston, via a connecting city • Ten nights’ accommodations • Fifteen meals: ten breakfasts, five dinners with beer or wine • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
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FEATURES Calgary tour, Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Victoria Glacier, Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, Waterton Lakes National Park, Going-to-theSun Road, Glacier National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Old Faithful, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Mammoth Hot Springs, Grand Teton National Park, Jackson. OPTIONALS: Banff— Sulphur Mountain Gondola Ride. Jackson—The Grand Tetons by horseback; Snake River Float.
RESERVE BY OCTOBER 31, 2018
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*per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. Single reservations: October $3,074; April $3,799. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300. Rialto Bridge
YOU’VE NEVER SEEN ANYTHING QUITE LIKE VENICE! This exotic lagoon city, built on a hundred islands in the Adriatic, is a watery labyrinth of sun-speckled canals and arched bridges, marble palaces, piazzas both massive and tiny, narrow streets and a glorious quay-side promenade…all in a car-free zone! The heart of Venice, Piazza San Marco, looks as perfect as a film set. The iconic Basilica, Doges Palace, Rialto Bridge and Bridge of Sighs are everything you’ve hoped for. Your first cruise (by gondola or vaporetto) down the Grand Canal—the most beautiful “street” in Venice, surrounded by opulent architecture and bustling with water-craft—is an unforgettable experience! You’ll enjoy a guided walking tour of the San Marco area and then it’s time to indulge: visit the marvelous Peggy Guggenheim Collection or Ca’Rezzonico with its 18th-century art and decadent furnishings; wander down mysterious passageways, listen to music in a floodlit square, sip a Bellini at Bar Longhi at Hotel Gritti Palace. No matter where you go, you’ll find history, beauty and romance. “An endlessly seductive charm.”—Rick Steves
TRAVELER REVIEW
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“A most enjoyable experience. I liked that we were met by a representative when we arrived in Venice. I enjoyed the walking tour. Taking side-trips without time restraints also made the trip our own unique experience which I loved.” —Susan G., November 2015
• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Venice, via a connecting city • Five nights’ three-star accommodations: October: Violino d'Oro; April: Bonvecchiati Hotel • Breakfast daily • Half-day guided walking tour with admission to Doges Palace • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/ hotel transfers
RESERVE BY: October Trip: JUNE 30, 2018 April Trip: DECEMBER 31, 2018
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VENICE
7 DAYS: Friday, October 5–Thursday, October 11, 2018: $2,499* APRIL SCHOOL VACATION WEEK & HOLY WEEK: Friday, April 12–Thursday, April 18, 2019: $2,799*
THE AMALFI COAST CAPRI, POSITANO, POMPEII AND RAVELLO
*per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. Call for single rates and reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.
Just came back from the Amalfi Coast tour & it's the best trip we've been on. The hotel in Maiori was very comfortable. The tour guide, Alessandra, was the best! She went above and beyond to help in any way and strived to make this trip the best. She even planned extra activities. We had a great group of people on our tour. I would recommend this tour for everyone! —Deb R., April 2018
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THIS IS THE TRIP OUR MEMBERS CALL THE BEST VALUE in travel today! In a country with over 7,000 km of coastline, the Amalfi Coast is often considered the “coast with the most.” This 50 km long stretch of paradise entrances visitors with stunning scenery, panoramic vistas, sun-washed, hill-hugging villages and, of course, its unmatched Italian style and culture. The Amalfi Coast is beautiful, romantic and dramatic and the Club has become justly famous for our tour of the best of the best. Home-base is a charming hotel in Maiori with its long, wide beach. From there we’ll set out on a new adventure each day—a guided tour of the excavations at Pompeii followed by a winery visit; a full-day visit to the magical and glamorous isle of Capri; an excursion to Sorrento where we'll have a pizza-making lesson followed by lunch and a limoncello tasting, an exploration of Amalfi and Ravello with lunch. The next day we'll travel by motorboat to the village that seems to tumble into the blue sea—Positano—where we'll enjoy lunch and have the whole day to explore on our own.
TRAVELER REVIEW “We thank you for giving us a wonderful experience on the Amalfi Coast and Rome. We met new friends, enjoyed amazing scenery, sights and history. Great value for our money. We will continue to view your website to help in planning our next getaway! Oh... and the food and wine were wonderful.” —Susan C.
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EXCLUSIVE CLUB DEPARTURE
9 DAYS:
Saturday, September 29–Sunday, October 7, 2018 $2,699* Sunday, October 14–Monday, October 22, 2018 $2,699* Friday, April 12–Saturday, April 20, 2019 $2,899* Saturday, May 11–Sunday, May 19, 2019 $2,899*
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FEATURES
• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Naples, via Rome (land only pricing available if you prefer to make your own air arrangements) • Seven nights’ four-star accommodations: Hotel Pietra di Luna, Maiori • Welcome cocktail and tour presentation • Fifteen meals, seven continental/buffet breakfasts, four lunches, four dinners with wine • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/ hotel transfers • Services of professional local guide during excursions
Welcome drink and tour orientation; half-day guided excursion to Pompeii archaeological site, including a winery visit and lunch; full-day guided excursion to Capri; excursion to Sorrento with a pizza-making class followed by lunch and a limoncello tasting; full-day excursion to Amalfi and Ravello with lunch; full-day visit to Positano with lunch; cooking lesson at hotel.
RESERVE BY: September & October Trips: JULY 15, 2018 April & May Trips: DECEMBER 31, 2018
Group on Amalfi trip
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A WEEK IN IRELAND GALWAY, CORK & DUBLIN
8 DAYS: Tuesday, October 9–Tuesday, October 16, 2018 Sunday, April 7–Sunday, April 14, 2019
$2,449
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$2,659 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450. Cork
THIS SIX-NIGHT EXCURSION STARTS IN GALWAY, where we’ll leisurely tour Eyre Square, the 16th-century Spanish Arch and the traditional fishing village of Claddagh. View two of the country’s most dramatic landscapes as we travel through the limestone plateau of the Burren and explore the majestic Cliffs of Moher—rising 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. Soak in the verdant beauty of the Irish countryside en route to Dublin where we’ll spend two nights; enjoy a guided tour that highlights St. Stephen’s Green, the Georgian architecture of Merrion Square, Grafton Street, soaring St. Patrick’s Cathedral and ends in the Temple Bar district.
ACCOMMODATIONS DAY 1
Overnight flight from Boston
DAYS 2–3
Imperial Hotel, Galway
DAYS 4–5
Blarney Woollen Mills Hotel, County Cork
DAYS 6–7
Sandymount Hotel, Dublin
DAY 8
Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations
INCLUDES • Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Shannon and Dublin to Boston, via a connecting city • Six nights’ accommodations • Nine meals: six breakfasts, three dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip, airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
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FEATURES Galway tour including Lynch’s Castle, Druid Theater Company, Eyre Square, Spanish Arch. Visit fishing village of Claddagh. Coach ride through the Burren, visit Cliffs of Moher. Free time in Galway. Visit Blarney Castle and town of Cobh. Explore Cork on a walking tour. Dublin tour including St. Stephen’s Green, Merrion Square, Trinity College, Phoenix Park, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the Temple Bar district. Free time in Dublin. OPTIONALS: Galway—Castle Banquet Dinner (October only). County Cork—An Evening in Kinsale. Dublin— Excursion to Glendalough.
RESERVE BY: October Trip: JULY 31, 2018 April Trip: DECEMBER 31, 2018
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LONDON & PARIS
9 DAYS: Saturday, October 13–Sunday, October 21, 2018
$3,299
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$4,249 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450. London
LONDON: four World Heritage Sites, over two hundred free-admission attractions; 6,000 restaurants; more than 40,000 shops and 83 major street markets; glorious parks, pubs and the best theater scene on the planet—this incredible city awaits you! “Paris is a million different things to a million different people,” states Lonely Planet. Infinitely charming and romantic, Paris can fulfill all your vacation dreams with jaw-dropping museums, eclectic neighborhoods, endless shopping and an inviting café on every corner.
ACCOMMODATIONS DAY 1 DAYS 2–5 DAY 6–8 Paris
DAY 9
Overnight flight from Boston Queensgate Hotel, London Crowne Plaza Paris Republique, Paris Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations
FEATURES
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OPTIONALS: London—Excursion to Windsor Castle; Excursion to Stonehenge and Oxford; Tower of London & Thames River Cruise; London Eye & Pub Dinner. Paris—Excursion to Versailles Palace & Gardens; Monet & the Landscapes of Giverny; Evening in Paris: Dinner & River Cruise. PARIS 2n post-tour extension $349 pp/do. OPTIONALS: Montmartre Wine Tasting & Dinner; home-hosted dinner.
• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to London and Paris to Boston, via a connecting city • Eurostar high-speed train from London to Paris • Seven nights’ accommodations • Nine meals: seven breakfasts, two dinners with wine or beer • Sightseeing tours in both cities • Round-trip, airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
RESERVE BY JULY 31, 2018
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CLASSIC TUSCANY THE CINQUE TERRE, FLORENCE, LUCCA & SIENA
*prices are per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. Single supplement is $235 October/$240 April. We have a limited number of single supplements available at just $100. Call to reserve. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.
A GORGEOUS, SUN-DRENCHED CLIMATE; romantic landscapes; exquisite art and architecture and traditional delicious cuisine—experience the Italy of your dreams in Tuscany with The Travel Club. From accommodations at the beautiful Grand Hotel Plaza in the exclusive spa resort of Montecatini Terme, we’ll enjoy excursions through the Tuscan countryside, visiting Florence—“The Cradle of the Renaissance”—and home to the Academy of Fine Arts and Michelangelo’s David, the Duomo and Palazzo Vecchio—elegant Lucca with its Roman reminders, beautiful Siena with the most gorgeous scallop-shaped piazza and astonishing San Gimignano—the city of medieval towers. We’ve set aside a full day to explore the Cinque Terre—some of the most dramatic coastal scenery on the planet. To these wondrous surroundings, we’ve added wine tastings and local lunches, wine with dinner and expert guides leading the way. The Travel Club’s exclusive trip to Tuscany can’t be beat!
I just returned from the Classic Tuscany trip. Excellent in every way! Hotel charming and waitstaff, receptionists...could not have been better. Food, delicious! Our tour manager was wonderful! She went out of her way to make our trip memorable. She shared with us her vast knowledge of Italy from history to the people and their way of life. My travel group was full of very nice people. All seemed to have traveled with SMTC before. Some multiple times! —Denise K, April 2018
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EXCLUSIVE CLUB DEPARTURE SINGLE-FRIENDLY PRICING
9 DAYS: Saturday, October 13–Sunday, October 21, 2018 $2,599* APRIL SCHOOL VACATION WEEK & HOLY WEEK: Friday, April 12–Saturday, April 20, 2019 $2,699*
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FEATURES
• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Florence, via Rome (land only pricing available if you prefer to make your own air arrangements) • Seven nights’ four-star accommodations: Grand Hotel Plaza, Montecatini Terme • Sixteen meals: seven breakfasts, four lunches with wine, five dinners with wine; Welcome cocktail. • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/ hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager
Full-day excursion to Siena and San Gimignano including lunch with wine. Full-day excursion to Florence with walking tour. Full-day excursion to Pisa and Lucca including walking tour and lunch with wine. Montecatini local market. Excursion to Vinci for winery visit, wine tasting and light lunch and visit to Leonardo da Vinci Museum and House. Full-day excursion to Cinque Terre including lunch with wine.
RESERVE BY: October Trip: JULY 13, 2018 April Trip: DECEMBER 31, 2018
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EDINBURGH & THE CASTLES OF SCOTLAND 10 DAYS: Thursday, October 18–Saturday, October 27, 2018
$3,259
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$3,779 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450. Edinburgh
WILLIAM WALLACE AND BRAVEHEART, the Loch Ness Monster, Sir Walter Scott’s Rob Roy, bagpipes and kilts, Bonnie Prince Charlie, moors and glens, clans and “lairds,” golf, whisky and haggis—all originate from a country of unimaginable beauty and a turbulent history— Scotland. Start in Glasgow, the U.K. City of Architecture and Design, visit the Scottish Highlands (where you won’t resist scanning the surface of the loch for Nessie) and end your tour in medieval yet cosmopolitan Edinburgh. An array of optional tours allows you to choose between stunning Eilean Donan Castle, St. Andrews, the birthplace of golf, and a two-day, post-tour stay in Edinburgh.
ACCOMMODATIONS DAY 1
Overnight flight from Boston
DAYS 2–3
Novotel Glasgow City Centre, Glasgow
DAYS 4–6
Isles of Glencoe Hotel, The Highlands
DAYS 7–9
Holiday Inn Express City Centre, Edinburgh
DAY 10
Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations
INCLUDES • Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Glasgow and Edinburgh to Boston, via a connecting city • Eight nights’ accommodations • Eleven meals: eight breakfasts, three dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip, airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
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FEATURES Glasgow: tour, Kelvingrove Art Gallery. Scottish Highlands: Loch Lomond, Inveraray Castle, Loss Ness cruise, Urquhart Castle. Perthshire, Blair Castle, Edradour distillery whisky tasting. Edinburgh: tour, Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, day at leisure. OPTIONALS: Glasgow—Historic Scotland & Stirling Castle. Scottish Highlands— Excursion to Eilean Donan Caste & Isle of Skye. Edinburgh—Abbotsford House & Melrose Abbey; Excursion to St. Andrews; Scottish Ceilidh with Dinner. EDINBURGH 2n post-tour extension $399 pp/do. OPTIONALS: Excursion to Rosslyn Chapel & Glenkinchie Distillery; Royal Yacht Britannia.
RESERVE BY JULY 31, 2018
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9 DAYS: Friday, October 19–Saturday, October 27, 2018
$2,569
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
Trevi Fountain, Rome
THE ANCIENTS WERE RIGHT! Rome is the Eternal City and its 3,000-year heritage is evident on every street of this historic and cultural gem where modern life blends with the antiquities of a lost time. Join us for a week in Rome and enjoy three days of touring and three days to explore on our own from our centrally located Hotel Medici accommodations. Explore St. Peter's Square and Basilica with “jump-the-line” tickets for the Vatican Museum, followed by a panoramic coach tour. Enjoy excursions to hilltop Tivoli—including guided tours of two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Villa Adriana, the sprawling estate of Emperor Hadrian, and the 16th-century Villa d'Este, a Renaissance villa famous for its landscaped gardens and lavish fountains—and the Castelli Romani wine district where we'll visit the Apostolic Palace of Castel Gandolfo—the beloved summer residence of many Popes. Both excursions include lunch with wine. As you explore Rome on your own, we have a few suggestions: Don't miss the Borghese Museum—the art, the gardens and the building are extravagantly beautiful. Head to the Campo dei Fiori outdoor market, buy your wine, bread, cheese and enjoy a picnic at Piazza Navona as you people watch. You'll discover the treasures of this immense open-air museum go hand-in-hand with Rome's more modern pleasures—legendary cuisine, cutting-edge fashion and shopping!
INCLUDES Hotel Medici, October 2017— Ideal hotel for great city break in Rome! Well situated on a quiet street. There are numerous attractive restaurants in the vicinity, and an excellent pizzeria right next door. The hotel was attractive, and the room we stayed in was very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was good. There was also a very nice little courtyard to sit in. Staff were friendly and welcoming, and helpful with regard to enquiries and reservations. We would definitely return to Hotel Medici on our next visit to Rome.
• Round-trip, non-stop, regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Rome (land only pricing available if you prefer to make your own air arrangements) • Seven nights’ superior three-star accommodations: Hotel Medici • Breakfast daily, welcome beverage on arrival, welcome dinner with wine at local restaurant, two lunches with wine • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/ hotel transfers
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SINGLE-FRIENDLY PRICING
Single supplement is $295. We have a limited number of single supplements available at just $200. Call to reserve. Triple 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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ROME & ITS COUNTRYSIDE
EXCLUSIVE CLUB DEPARTURE SINGLE-FRIENDLY PRICING
SICILIAN ADVENTURE
9 DAYS: Friday, October 19–Saturday, October 27, 2018
$3,199
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. Single supplement is $525. We have a limited number of single supplements available at just $400. Call to reserve. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.
Sicily
ONE OF THE WORLD'S MOST CAPTIVATING PLACES, Sicily has long lured travelers with its natural wonders, cultural treasures and out-of-this-world cuisine. Join us this October as we explore Sicily from the storied streets of Palermo to the most famous of all Italian resort towns—Taormina. In between, we'll visit Erice and sip wine; spend a day marveling at the Greek temples in Siracusa; enjoy dinner at a country agriturismo and lunch on the slopes of Mount Etna; and, finally, discover the charms of Taormina, to this day, a hot spot for the rich and famous. We'll be treated to an excursion to Mount Etna and have plenty of time to explore on our own. With wonderful weather, incredible scenery and historical wonders, Sicily tops our list of favorite places.
ACCOMMODATIONS DAY 1
Overnight flight from Boston
DAYS 2–4
Hotel Garibaldi, Palermo
DAYS 5–8
Hotel Villa Paradiso, Taormina
DAY 9
Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations
INCLUDES • Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Palermo and Catania to Boston, via Rome (land only pricing available if you prefer to make your own air arrangements) • Seven nights' four-star accommodations • Fourteen meals: seven breakfasts, three lunches, four dinners with wine • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager
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Taormina
FEATURES Welcome cocktail. Full-day guided Palermo tour. Countryside agriturismo dinner. Excursion to Erice, Donna Fugata winery visit and lunch. Olive oil tasting. Visit of Cefalu. Half-day guided Taormina walking tour. Seaside restaurant lunch. Full-day excursion to Siracusa and Ortigia Island including archaeological site. Excursion to Mt. Etna. Lunch at Barone di Villa Grande winery.
RESERVE BY JULY 13, 2018
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* per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. Single reservations: October $2,799, April $2,959. Triples for this tour are unavailable. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $500. Additional deposit may be required at time of air ticket purchase. Champ-Élysées
“PARIS IS ALWAYS A GOOD IDEA.” — AUDREY HEPBURN. Hundreds of Club members have traveled to Paris with us over the years and this Travel Club classic remains one of the best values in travel today! We'll stay in a quiet street of the 16th arrondissement, in the heart of Paris, at the four-star Hotel Victor Hugo Paris Kleber, in strolling distance to the Place du Trocadero, the Eiffel Tower, the Champs-Elysees, and the Arc de Triomphe. Often compared to NYC's Upper East Side, the posh 16th is elegant residential neighborhoods with pretty art-deco architecture, world-class museums and fine restaurants. Located on the right bank between Boulogne-Billancourt and the Arc de Triomphe, the 16th includes the vast wooded area of Bois de Boulogne and we'll enjoy the wide tree-lined boulevards, neighborhood bistros, elegant gardens and vintage boutiques of this area. Note: While the Eiffel Tower is located in the 7th arrondissement, the 16th lays claim to some of the most impressive views of it. The best outlook is from Jardins du Trocadéro—it offers some of the best views of this famous landmark as well as striking panoramas of the city—for some of the best head to the terrace bar at Hotel Raphael. Eiffel Tower
TRAVELER REVIEW “Paris has been on my bucket list for some time so this trip was a conquest. I saw and experienced all that I wanted to do. Great trip! I’d do it again!” —Maureen O., Fall 2015
CALL TODAY TO RESERVE.
INCLUDES • Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Paris, via a connecting city • Five nights’ four-star accommodations: Hotel Victor Hugo Paris Kleber (or similar) • Breakfast daily • Half day Paris Discovery Tour: panoramic tour and walking tour of Montmartre • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/ hotel transfers
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PARIS ESCAPE
7 DAYS: Thursday, October 25–Wednesday, October 31, 2018 $1,899* APRIL SCHOOL VACATION WEEK: Friday, April 12–Thursday, April 18, 2019 $2,199*
ANCIENT PERU & MACHU PICCHU 11 DAYS: Thursday, November 1–Sunday, November 11, 2018
$3,569
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$3,974 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $600. Machu PIcchu
THE MYSTICAL RUINS AND MISTY PEAKS OF MACHU PICCHU are, for many, a once-in-alifetime destination. One of the most popular places to visit in the world, it appears on many lists of the best places to see and is recognized as one of the seven Modern Wonders of the World. On this amazing Peruvian adventure, we’ll walk in the footsteps of the ancient Inca as we explore Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley. We’ll begin in Lima—“an international city, with a wealth of sights, tastes and activities that connect the present with its ancient past”—The New York Times; and explore Cuzco—“the foremost city of the Inca Empire is now the undisputed archaeological capital of the Americas, as well as the continent’s oldest continuously inhabited city.”—Lonely Planet. Discover the wonder, mystery and natural ACCOMMODATIONS beauty of Peru’s ancient civilizations, vibrant DAY 1 Flight from Boston cities, and breathtaking landscapes. DAYS 1–3
DAYS 4–6 DAY 7 DAYS 8–9 DAYS 10–11
Casa Andina Select Miraflores, Lima Hilton Garden Inn Cusco, Cuzco El MaPI by Inkaterra, Aguas Calientes Hilton Garden Inn Cusco, Cuzco Dayroom in Lima, return flight to Boston
or similar hotel accommodations
INCLUDES • Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Lima, via a connecting city • Internal flights from Lima to Cuzco • Nine nights’ three-star accommodations, dayroom on departure day from Lima • Sixteen meals: nine breakfasts, three lunches, four dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
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FEATURES Lima tour including Laro Museum, and Huaca Huallamarca archaeological site. Free day in Lima. Cuzco highlights tour including Cristo Blanco statue. The Sacred Valley of the Incas including traditional markets and Ollantaytambo ruins. Machu Picchu tour. Free day in Cuzco. OPTIONALS: Lima—Excursion to Pisco & Nazca Lines with lunch; Traditional Peruvian Dinner. Cuzco—Peruvian Cooking Demonstration & Dinner, Return visit to Machu Picchu; Incan Traditions Excursion to Moray, Maras & Chinchero & Dinner. THE AMAZON 4n post tour extension $899 pp/do land and air. OPTIONAL: Amazon Canopy Walk.
RESERVE BY AUGUST 31, 2018
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9 DAYS: Saturday, November 3–Sunday, November 11, 2018
$2,499
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
Polignano a Mare
SINCE OUR FIRST JOURNEY TO MYSTERIOUS PUGLIA, The Travel Club has discovered there’s even more to explore in this southern, sun-soaked province. Join us in “the real Italy” as we reveal the art, culture, tradition and cuisine of Puglia. From our home-base in Martina Franca—whose old quarter is a picturesque maze of winding alleys, blindingly white houses and blood-red geraniums, airy piazzas and curlicue ironwork balconies—we’ll start with a to visit Locorotondo, one of Puglia’s prettiest towns. Elegant Lecce is an “open air exhibition” of Baroque architecture where we’ll enjoy a cooking lesson in an old Palazzo. We’ve included lunch in a fishing village near Bari, a visit to seaside Polignano a Mare, an excursion to Matera—famous for its extensive rock dwellings—where we’ll have lunch in a “cave” restaurant. Our last tour days include the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Trulli of Alberobello—the world-famous picturesque cone-shaped houses—lunch at a country agriturismo and Alberobello a winery visit. Explore the unique character and charm of this “mostly undiscovered” slice of Italian heaven! INCLUDES
FEATURES Martina Franca tour. Excursion to Locorontodo. Excursion to Lecce including cooking lesson and lumch. Bari tour, Mola di Bari fishing village lunch, visit to Polignano a Mare. Excursion to Matera including visit to the “Sassi” and lunch at a cave restaurant. Excursion to Alberobello, agriturismo lunch, tour of Ostuni. Wine tasting with snacks at Cantina Torrevento winery.
RESERVE BY JULY 31, 2018
• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Bari, via Rome (land only pricing available if you prefer to make your own air arrangements) • Seven nights’ four-star accommodations: Park Hotel San Michele, Martina Franca • Welcome cocktail and tour presentation • Fifteen meals: seven buffet breakfasts, four lunches, four dinners with wine • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/ hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager
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SINGLE-FRIENDLY PRICING
Single supplement is $215. We have a limited number of single supplements available at just $100. Call to reserve. Triple 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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LONDON
7 DAYS: Saturday, November 3–Friday, November 9, 2018
$2,309
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$2,789 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450. Trafalgar Square
LONDON: FOUR WORLD HERITAGE SITES—The Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Maritime Greenwich, and Kew Royal Botanic Gardens—more than two hundred freeadmission attractions, St. Paul’s Cathedral and Big Ben, the Royals (both old and new), street markets, an endless choice of pubs, glorious green parks, the best theater scene on the planet, black cabs and red double-decker buses, shopping at Harrods, Selfridges and Oxford Street. We’ve included a “regal landmarks” tour featuring Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London and a ride on the London Eye.
Parliament
INCLUDES
FEATURES
• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to London • Five nights’ accommodations: Queensgate Hotel or similar • Seven meals: five breakfasts, two dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
Highlights tour; the London Eye. OPTIONALS: Excursion to Stonehenge & Salisbury; Tower of London & Thames River Cruise; Westminster Abbey & Afternoon Tea. LONDON 2n post-tour extension $399 pp/do. OPTIONAL: home-hosted dinner.
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RESERVE BY AUGUST 31, 2018
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LONDON, NORMANDY & PARIS
12 DAYS: Thursday, November 8–Monday, November 19, 2018: $3,699* 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF D-DAY: Thursday, May 9–Monday, May 20, 2019: $3,649* *per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
Single reservations: November: $4,514; May: $4,329. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450. Mont-Saint-Michel, Normandy
FROM EXCITING LONDON WITH ITS WORLD HERITAGE SITES, world-class museums and cozy pubs to captivating Paris with its delectable cuisine, vast art collections and haute couture, from historic Normandy to the wild, dramatic coastline of Brittany, this new vacation has it all! We’ll see London’s iconic landmarks on a panoramic tour and zip below the English Channel on the Eurostar train. In Normandy we’ll visit the D-Day Museum in Arromanches, the American Cemetery in Colleville and walk on Omaha Beach. Next we’ll explore breathtaking Mont-SaintMichel and three gems of Brittany: stunning ACCOMMODATIONS Saint-Malo, regal Dinard and charming Dinan. DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston In Paris we’ll enjoy a guided tour highlighting DAYS 2–4 Hilton Kensington, London the city’s arrondissements (neighborhoods), DAYS 5–6 Hotel Mercure Cabourg the Champ-Élysées and Place de la Concorde Hippodrome, Cabourg followed by free time to explore on your own.
FEATURES London landmarks tour including Big Ben and Tower of London. Free day in London. Eurostar train. Calais and Honfleur. Normandy tour including D-Day Museum, American Cemetery in Colleville, Pointe du Hoc, Bayeux Tapestry. Brittany coast, Mont-Saint-Michel, Saint-Malo tour. Visit Chartres and Chartres Cathedral. Paris highlights tour. Free day in Paris. OPTIONALS: London—Excursion to Windsor Castle; Excursion to Stonehenge & Oxford. Brittany—Excursion to Dinan & Dinard. Paris—Seine River Cruise & Dinner; Versailles Palace & Gardens; Monet & the Landscapes of Giverny.
RESERVE BY: November Trip: AUGUST 31, 2018 May Trip: OCTOBER 31, 2018
DAYS 7–8
Best Western Alexandra, Saint-Malo
DAYS 9–11
AC Porte Maillot, Paris
DAY 12
Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations
INCLUDES • Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to London and Paris to Boston, via a connecting city • Eurostar high-speed train from London to Calais • Ten nights’ three- and four-star accommodations • Fourteen meals: ten breakfasts, four dinners with wine or beer • Brandy tasting • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
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GALAPAGOS ISLANDS CRUISE & ECUADOR EXTENSION TO MACHU PICCHU AVAILABLE
10 DAYS: Monday, November 12–Wednesday, November 21, 2018
$4,809
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$6,109 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $600. Blue-footed Boobies
A UNIQUE LIVING MUSEUM, the magical Galapagos Islands are on nearly everyone’s “must-visit” list. After arrival in Ecuador, we’ll spend a full day touring the town of Quito. A short flight brings us to Baltra and our cruise ship, Galapagos Legend. Our exploration begins In Mosquera Islet. Island hop from Santiago Island (after a wet landing we explore extensive lava flows and have a chance to swim or snorkel the volcanic rock pools) to the dark red sand beaches of Rabida Island. We’ll also spend a day on Isabela Island—a single land mass made from six ancient volcanoes—choose to either snorkel with the local sea turtles or visit the giant tortoises, and have a chance to see a blue-footed booby on a walking tour near Tagus Cove. On the last day of our cruise we’ll visit Punta Espinosa on Isla Fernandina whose dramatic lava flows are home to marine iguanas and Vicente Roca Point and the Bolivar Channel where we might see dolphins and whales. We’ll have some time on Santa Cruz Island to visit a giant tortoise reserve before our return to Quito and a visit to Otavalo to browse the market stalls.
INCLUDES
FEATURES
• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Quito, via a connecting city • Internal flights • Four nights’ accommodations: Mercure Alameda, Quito or similar • Four nights’ three-star cruise in outside cabins: M/V Galapagos Legend • Eighteen meals: eight breakfasts, four lunches, six dinners with beer or wine • Ten guided sightseeing tours • Round-trip airport/hotel/dock transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
Quito: tour including Old Town and Cerro Panecillo hill. Cruise: Mosquera Islet wet landing, Santiago Island wet landing, Rabida Island dinghy ride, Isabela Island wet landing, snorkel in Urbina Bay, Tagus Cove, Espinosa Point dry landing, Vicente Roca Point and Bolivar Channel. Otavalo: giant tortoise reserve, Quitsato Sundial, craft market. OPTIONALS: Quito—Mindo Cloud Forest. PERU AND MACHU PICCHU 6n post-tour extension $1,899 pp/do land and air.
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RESERVE BY AUGUST 31, 2018
SPRING 2018 RESERVE online or by phone: 617-338-1111
$2,199
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
Sorrento
Single supplement is $325. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.
JOIN US IN SORRENTO AND ROME this November after the crowds have gone home and while the temps are still ideal for touring and sightseeing. Spend three nights in charming Sorrento—the grand dame of Italian resorts—and discover winding, cobbled streets, elegant piazzas, an unspoiled old quarter, al fresco cafes and sweeping views across the Bay of Naples to Mount Vesuvius. We’ll visit the famous ruins at Pompeii (without the jostling crowds) and spend a day on the Amalfi Coast visiting Positano and Amalfi. In Meta di Sorrento, we’ll visit a cooking school for a hands-on cooking lesson, followed by dinner. In Rome we’ll discover a living museum of breathtaking art and architecture and astonishing ancient sites. Enjoy a guided visit to St. Peter’s Square and Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museum.
INCLUDES
St. Peter’s Basilica
FEATURES Excursion to Pompeii. Visit Gragnano’s “pasta factory.” Excursion to Positano and Amalfi. Handson cooking lesson. Half-day tour to St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museum.
• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Naples, via Rome and Rome to Boston (land only pricing available if you prefer to make your own air arrangements) • Five nights’ three-and four-star accommodations (Hotel Tramontano, Sorrento 3n; Hotel Medici, Rome 2n) • Breakfast daily • Welcome and farewell dinners with wine at local restaurants • One lunch at local restaurant • Cooking lesson at Un Posta a Meti Cooking School in Meta di Sorrento, followed by dinner • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/ hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager
RESERVE BY AUGUST 20, 2018
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7 DAYS: Saturday, November 24–Friday, November 30, 2018
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COSTA RICA GETAWAY
8 DAYS: Saturday, December 1–Saturday, December 8, 2018
$2,099
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$2,884 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $500. Additional deposit may be required at time of air ticket purchase.
THE JEWEL OF CENTRAL AMERICA, Costa Rica is an eco-tourism haven with an enlightened approach to conservation that ensures its lush jungles are home to playful monkeys, languid sloths, crocodiles, lizards and a mind-boggling assortment of exotic birds. Considered one of the most bio-diverse regions on earth, we’ll discover natural parks, reserves and protected areas that captivate nature lovers. Our tour begins with an overnight in colorful San Jose before we head to Arenal Volcano National Park and experience a hike along the base of the mountain and a hanging bridges walking tour at tree-top level. Our next stop is the Monteverde Cloud Forest—considered to be one of the most outstanding wildlife sanctuaries in the New World tropics. Our adventure ends at breathtakingly beautiful Guanacaste ACCOMMODATIONS on the Pacific coast, boasting mesmerizing DAY 1 Flight from Boston, Wyndham ocean views, lovely sandy beaches and lush Garden Escazu, San Jose tropical greenery. DAYS 2–3 Hotel Magic Mountain, Arenal DAYS 4–5
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco, Monteverde
DAYS 6–7
Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort, Guanacaste
DAY 8
Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations
INCLUDES • Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to San Jose and Liberia to Boston, via a connecting city • Seven nights’ four-star accommodations • Breakfast daily • Private, round-trip airport/ hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager from Day 1–6
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FEATURES San Jose panoramic tour. Visit to town of Sarchi. Arenal Volcano National Park: 2 1/2 hr hike, Mistico Park Hanging Bridges walking tour. Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. Guanacaste: free time
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SPEND NEW YEAR’S WEEK IN LONDON
7 DAYS: Thursday, December 27, 2018–Wednesday, January 2, 2019
$3,049
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$3,529 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450. Big Ben
LONDON IS THE PERFECT PLACE to count down the seconds and watch the old year turn into the “new.” The streets of London are never more peaceful than after Christmas. Boasting four World Heritage sites—the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Maritime Greenwich, Kew Royal Botanic Gardens—over two hundred "free-admission" attractions, 6,000 restaurants, more than 40,000 shops and 83 major street markets, glorious parks, pubs and the best theater scene on the planet, this lovely and eminently walkable city awaits both the first-time visitor and seasoned traveler. We’ve included a “landmarks” sightseeing tour including Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, St. Paul’s Cathedral and Buckingham Palace and an evening out highlighted by a magical ride on the London Eye and a tour of the Covent Garden area. You can sweeten your holiday with a choice of exciting optional tours both in and outside the city and a chance to watch the spectacular New Year’s Day Parade which starts at Parliament Square Tower Bridge when Big Ben strikes noon.
FEATURES
INCLUDES
Panoramic tour including Buckingham Palace, evening ride on London Eye, Covent Garden, farewell dinner. OPTIONALS: Windsor Castle; Kensington Palace & Afternoon Tea; Stonehenge & Salisbury; Tower of London & Thames River Cruise. LONDON 2n post-tour extension $399 pp/do. OPTIONAL: Home-hosted dinner.
• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to London • Five nights’ accommodations: Queensgate Hotel or similar • Eight meals: five breakfasts, three dinners with wine or beer including New Year's Eve dinner • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
RESERVE BY AUGUST 31, 2018
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NEW YEAR'S EVE IN LONDON PLUS PARIS 9 DAYS: Thursday, December 27, 2018–Friday, January 4, 2019
$3,199
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$3,989 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450. London Eye
LONDON IS THE PERFECT PLACE to watch the old year turn into the “new.” First, we'll enjoy a “landmarks” tour highlighting Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace. We'll have two days to explore this eminently walkable city on our own or opt for excursions to Windsor Castle or mysterious Stonehenge. On New Year's Eve we'll celebrate with dinner and a champagne toast before opting to watch the spectacular fireworks display over the Thames. Travel to Paris aboard the high-speed Eurostar train and enjoy a Seine river cruise and dinner (optional). Discover the architecture and history during a panoramic guided tour featuring Paris' iconic landmarks—Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre. Happy New Year!
INCLUDES • Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to London, and Paris to Boston, via a connecting city • Eurostar high-speed train from London to Paris • Seven nights’ accommodations: Dorsett City, London 4 nights; Mercure Paris Montmartre Sacre Coeur, Paris 3 nights (or similar accommodations) • Ten meals: seven breakfasts, two dinners with wine or beer & New Year’s Eve dinner with Champagne toast • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
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Montmartre
FEATURES London tour. Paris tour. OPTIONALS: London— Tower of London & Thames River Cruise; Excursion to Stonehenge & Oxford; Excursion to Windsor Castle. Paris—Dinner & Seine River Cruise; Excursion to Versailles Palace & Gardens. PARIS 2n post-tour extension $399 pp/do. OPTIONALS: Montmartre wine tasting & dinner; home-hosted dinner.
RESERVE BY AUGUST 31, 2018
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THE WONDERS OF ANCIENT ISRAEL
9 DAYS: Saturday, January 12–Sunday, January 20, 2019
$3,299
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$3,999 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450. Jerusalem
“Israel never fails to challenge and confound, excite and surprise, leaving an imprint that lingers long after the return flight home.”— Lonely Planet WE’LL BEGIN OUR WEEK IN TEL AVIV—called the “Mediterranean Capital of Cool” by the New York Times. Heading toward Nazareth, we visit historic Mount Carmel, see the exquisite Hanging Bahá'í Gardens in Haifa and the Crusader fortress in ancient Acre. From Jerusalem we’ll visit Capernaum to see the excavations on the Sea of Galilee. View Jerusalem’s Old City from the Mount of Olives and visit the Garden of Gethsemane. Stop at the Holocaust History Museum and view the Dead Sea Scrolls at the Israel Museum. At Mount Zion we’ll view King David’s Tomb and the room of the Last Supper and later, follow the Via Dolorosa and visit the Western Wall. Israel’s sights, ranging from Biblical ruins to Crusader fortresses to WWII memorials to ACCOMMODATIONS cosmopolitan cities, are breathtaking. DAY 1
FEATURES Tel Aviv: guided tour including Old Town of Jaffa, Rabin Square, White City. Visit Caesarea, Mount Carmel and Hanging Bahá'í Gardens in Haifa, Acre and Crusaders fortress, El-Jazzar Mosque, Nazareth. Sea of Galilee, Mount of Olives, Garden of Gethsemane, Holocaust History Museum, Israel Museum & the Dead Sea Scrolls. Mount Zion, King David’s Tomb, Church of the Holy Sepulcher, the “Wailing Wall.” OPTIONALS: Tel Aviv—Peace Project Community Visit & wine tasting. Jerusalem—Jerusalem by night; Bethlehem & Church of the Nativity; Masada, the Dead Sea & Kfar Hanokdim Bedouin Camp. JORDAN 3n post-tour extension $999 pp/do land.
RESERVE BY SEPTEMBER 30, 2018
Overnight flight from Boston
DAYS 2–3
Dan Panorama, Tel Aviv
DAY 4
Legacy Hotel, Nazareth
DAYS 5–8 DAY 9
Dan Jerusalem, Jerusalem Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations
INCLUDES • Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Tel Aviv and Jerusalem to Boston, via a connecting city • Seven nights’ accommodations • Eleven meals: seven breakfasts, four dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip, airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
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KENYA WILDLIFE SAFARI 13 DAYS: Friday, February 22–Wednesday, March 6, 2019
$5,089
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$5,829 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport and visa required. Per person deposit is $600. Mount Kilimanjaro
“I NEVER KNEW OF A MORNING IN AFRICA WHEN I WOKE UP THAT I WAS NOT HAPPY.” —Ernest Hemingway. Safari—this single word conjures stunning visions of an epic adventure on the plains of Africa. On this fascinating journey we’ll travel through the foothills of Mount Kenya, traverse the Great Rift Valley, visit the spectacular Masai Mara Game Reserve and Amboseli National Park, whose open plains are home to big game and are guarded by the imposing peak of Mount Kilimanjaro. This once-in-a-lifetime safari experience is enhanced by seven game drives and walks; lunch at Aberdare Country Club; game viewing at your lodge; and a stay at a tented camp. As you experience all the wonders that Kenya’s best ACCOMMODATIONS game parks have to offer you’ll exclaim what DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston so few of us have ever said, “This is Africa!” DAYS 2–3 DAY 4
The Boma, Nairobi
The Ark, Aberdare National Park
DAYS 5–6
Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge, Great Rift Valley
DAYS 7–8
Mara Leisure Camp, Masai Mara
DAY 9
The Boma, Nairobi
DAYS 10–11
Amboseli ASopa Lodge, Amboseli
DAYS 12–13
Overnight flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations
INCLUDES
FEATURES
• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Nairobi • Ten nights’ three- and four-star accommodations • 28 meals: ten breakfasts, nine lunches, nine dinners • Round-trip, airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Guide/Driver
Karen Blixen Estate and Giraffe center preserve. Aberdare Country Club lunch and Aberdare National Park. Lake Naivasha. Experience Coriolis effect at the equator. Great Rift Valley. Seven game drives: at Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Amboseli National Park. OPTIONAL: TANZANIA 4n post tour extension $1,899 pp/do land.
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RESERVE BY SEPTEMBER 30, 2018
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ICELAND: REYKJAVIK & THE NORTHERN LIGHTS 6 DAYS: Saturday, March 2–Thursday, March 7, 2019
$2,889
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$3,209 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450. Reykjavik
EXPLORE THE “LAND OF FIRE AND ICE” with its dramatic volcanic landscape, steaming lava fields, hot springs, thundering waterfalls, glacier-sculpted mountains, black-sand beaches, and, best of all, have the rare opportunity to see the elusive Northern Lights. In Reykjavik—both cosmopolitan and small-town, young-at-heart and full of history—we’ll see the sights and then travel the Golden Circle to experience Iceland’s most renowned natural wonders: Thingvellir National Park, the double cascade of spectacular Gullfoss Waterfall and the geothermal field of Geysir. A full-day excursion brings us to the south coast—black sand beaches, glaciers and picturesque villages—and an exhilarating evening cruise to seek out the aurora borealis. Our holiday winds down at the marvelous Blue Lagoon before a group farewell dinner.
FEATURES Reykjavik tour; Golden Circle: Thingvellir National Park, Great Geyser geothermal area, Golden Waterfall. Northern Lights excursion. Excursion to South Coast: Seljalandsfoss waterfall, Eyjafjallajökull volcano, Sólheimajökull glacier and northern lights cruise. Excursion to Blue Lagoon. OPTIONAL: WEST ICELAND & REYKJAVIK 2n post-tour extension $799 pp/do land.
LIMITED SPACE— RESERVE BY AUGUST 31, 2018
Northern Lights
INCLUDES • Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Reykjavik • Four nights’ accommodations: Fosshotel, Reykjavik or similar • Seven meals: four breakfasts, one lunch, two dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip, airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
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TRAVEL CLUB SELECT
PORTUGAL & ITS ISLANDS ESTORIL COAST, AZORES AND MADEIRA ISLAND 13 DAYS: Friday, March 22–Wednesday, April 3, 2019
$3,999
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. Instant purchase airfare may be available at a lower rate. Call for details. $3,969 per person triple occupancy; $4,599 for single reservations. Single reservations for this tour are limited. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $315. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $600.
Lisbon
IN ASTONISHING PORTUGAL—with its abundance of sunshine—you'll discover charming villages, a dramatic coastline, fairytale palaces, stunning monuments and flower-covered landscapes. A four-night stay in Lisbon offers a chance to explore this colorful city of oldworld neighborhoods adorned with gothic cathedrals, towers and tiny fado clubs. Next, we fly to the Azores archipelago—a “jewel in the Atlantic”—and spend four nights in ACCOMMODATIONS Ponta Delgada on St. Michael. You'll visit DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston the magnificent twin lakes (inside a volcanic DAYS 2–4 Altis Grand Hotel, Lisbon crater) of Sete Cidades (Seven Cities) and DAYS 5–8 Royal Garden Hotel, Sao Miguel, Lagoa do Fogo (Fire Lake). On Madeira, “the Azores pearl of the Atlantic,” you'll find a dramatic DAYS 9–11 Pestana Casino Park Hotel, Funchal, Madeira Island mountain landscape with a springtime DAY 12 Atlis Grand Hotel, Lisbon climate, traditional villages, banana DAY 13 Overnight flight to Boston plantations, vineyards and amazing scenery. or similar hotel accommodations
INCLUDES
FEATURES
• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from • Boston to Lisbon, via a connecting city • Private sedan transfers within 50 miles of Boston's Logan Airport (one car per booking) • Internal flights: Lisbon to St. Michael, Azores; St. Michael to Madeira Island; Madeira Island to Lisbon • Eleven nights’ first-class accommodations • Eighteen meals: eleven breakfasts, one lunch, six dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
Lisbon tour: Alfama Quarter, Jeronimo's Monastery, the Monument to the Discoveries and the Tower ofBelem. Visit Sintra, Cascais, Estoril, Fatima. Azores: walking tour of Ponta Delgada, the Twin Lakes of Sete Cidades, Furnas Valley, Terra Nostra Botanical Park. Madeira: Botanical Gardens, Funcal panoramic tour, village of Camara de Lobos, fishing village of Porto Moniz. OPTIONALS: Cascais—Dinner at Queluz Palace. Azores— Swimming with dolphins; kayaking and hiking; whale & dolphin watching (weather permitting).
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8 DAYS: Monday, March 25–Monday, April 1, 2019
$2,699
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$3,699 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $500. Parc Guell
CHIC, COSMOPOLITAN, HISTORIC, STUNNING—the iconic city of Barcelona “is the epitome of European cool,” claims TripAdvisor. This vibrant coastal city has exciting nightlife, outstanding restaurants, gorgeous Art Deco architecture and Europe's best preserved Gothic quarter. Not to mention Barcelona's signature attraction—Antonio Gaudi's magnificent La Sagrada Familia Basiliaca. Sample incredible tapas in the city of their origin and ramble through Las Ramblas, a series of five lovely, lively streets packed with buskers, street vendors and colorful markets. We've included an excursion to Girona—a jewelery box of museums, galleries and Gothic churches and Figueres, where we'll visit the Salvador Dalí Theatre and Museum and Penedes for a Catalonian cooking class! Barcelona will recharge your senses—¡olé!
Tapas Diners
Barcelona Center
FEATURES
INCLUDES
Full-day Barcelona tour including Sagrada Familia, Eixaple, Guell Park, Las Ramblas. Excursion to Girona and Figueres with Salvador Dalí Theatre and Museum and Castell de Sant Ferran. Excursion to Penedes for a Catalonian cooking class and lunch, and exploration of the vineyards.
• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Barcelona, via a connecting city • Six nights’ four-star accommodations: HCC Saint Moritz Hotel • Nine meals: six breakfasts, one lunch, welcome and farewell dinners • Hosted, round-trip airport/hotel transfers
RESERVE BY NOVEMBER 30, 2018
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BARCELONA GETAWAY
MOROCCO
MARRAKECH, THE SAHARA & FES 12 DAYS: Thursday, April 4–Monday, April 15, 2019
$3,399
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$3,779 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450. Casablanca
EAST MEETS WEST IN MOROCCO—a country of ancient cities and rich traditions. Begin in Marrakech—“the epitome of exotic,” says Rick Steves. Travel the High Atlas Mountains to Ait-Ben-Haddou where Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator were filmed. Visit the oasis town of Rissai, enjoy a jeep ride through the Sahara Desert and see the holy town of Moulay Idriss Zerhoun. In Fes, Morocco's cultural capital, look for ceramics in Fes blue (cobalt), the signature of traditional Fes pottery. Our holiday of sounds, colors and fragrances ends in Casablanca with its French Art Deco architecture and fashionable La Corniche waterfront.
ACCOMMODATIONS DAY 1 DAYS 2–4 DAY 5 DAYS 6–7 DAYS 8–10
Overnight flight from Boston Radisson Blu Hotel, Marrakech Berber Palace, Ouarzarazte Kasbah Hotel Xaluca Arfoud, Sahara Desert Region Fes Marriott, Fes
DAY 11
Golden Tulip Farah Hotel, Casablanca
DAY 12
Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations
INCLUDES
FEATURES Marrakech: Koutoubia Mosque, the Medina, Bahia Palace Saadian Tombs, open air markets and souks. Moroccan cuisine cooking class and lunch. High Atlas Mountains, Ait-Ben-Haddou, Ouarzazate. Kasbah of Taourirt, Visit Kalaat M’Gouna, Todra Gorge. Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif, Erg Chebbi sand dunes of the Sahara Desert, 4x4 Jeep ride through the desert, visit a Bedouin tent for traditional mint tea and snacks, camel ride over the sand dunes. UNESCO-recognized Roman Archaeological Site of Volubilis and holy town of Moulay Idriss Zerhoun. Meknes tour including the Bab Mansour gate. Fes tour including the Mellah Jewish Quarter, old Medina and Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss. Rabat tour including the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Kasbah des Oudaias to see the mouth of the Bou Regreg river and the Andalusian gardens. Casablanca tour including the Hassan II Mosque and La Corniche waterfront area. OPTIONALS: Marrakech—Moroccan evening & sunset camel ride. Fes—Evening in Fes with dinner & music.
• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Marrakech and Casablanca to Boston, via a connecting city • Ten nights’ accommodations • Nineteen meals: ten breakfasts, three lunches, six dinners • Round-trip, airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director LIMITED SPACE—RESERVE BY AUGUST 31, 2018
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A WEEK IN PERU LIMA, CUZCO & MACHU PICCHU
8 DAYS: Saturday, April 6–Saturday, April 13, 2019
$3,139
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$3,499 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450. Cuzco
PERU IS UNDENIABLY ONE OF SOUTH AMERICA’S CROWN JEWELS: from its array of celebrated archaeological ruins and ancient cultural heritage to its place on the world gastronomy stage (Lima is renowned as South America’s food capital!) to Cuzco—thought to be the oldest continuously inhabited city in the America’s. And then, there’s Machu Picchu— dream destination, bucket-list topper—the mysterious citadel of the Incan civilization. This six-night program highlights the best of Peru’s iconic sights.
TRAVEL TIP! Make sure you leave space in your suitcase to indulge in gifts of Peru’s crafts and textiles, from colorful, hand-dyed cushion covers to carefully woven quilts. Along with the textiles, pick up some Peruvian chocolate, a bottle of the national drink, Pisco, and some alpaca-wool scarves.
ACCOMMODATIONS DAY 1 DAYS 2–3 DAY 4
Flight from Boston Hotel Jose Antonio, Lima Hotel Jose Antonio, Cuzco El MaPi by Inkaterra, Machu Picchu region
DAYS 5–6
Sonesta Posadas Del Inda Yucay, Sacred Valley
DAYS 7–8
Overnight flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations
FEATURES Lima highlights tour. Cuzco highlights tour including the ruins at Kenko and Christo Blanco, traditional dinner and folklore show. Sacred Valley including Pisac Market and ancient Ollantaytambo ruins, scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes. Tour of Machu Picchu, scenic train ride to Urubamba. Free day in the Sacred Valley. OPTIONAL: Sacred Valley—Incan Traditions: Moray, Maras & Cinchero Village.
RESERVE BY OCTOBER 31, 2018
INCLUDES • Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Lima, via a connecting city • Internal flights • Six nights’ accommodations • Twelve meals: six breakfasts, three lunches, three dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
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THE ITALIAN RIVIERA
WITH EXCURSIONS TO THE FRENCH RIVIERA 9 DAYS: Saturday, April 27–Sunday, May 5, 2019
$2,799
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. Single supplement is $300. We have a limited number of single supplements available at just $150. Call to reserve. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.
Portofino
THE 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 we'll discover hills covered by olive groves and vineyards, streets lined with palm trees and picturesque villages perched on hilltops. We'll stay in Sanremo on the “Riviera dei Fiori,” or riviera of flowers, famous for its casino and Russian Orthodox Church. 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. Head 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.
INCLUDES • Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Genoa, via Rome (land only pricing available if you prefer to make your own air arrangements) • Seven nights’ four-star accommodations: Hotel Nazionale, Sanremo • Welcome cocktail and tour presentation • Eleven meals: seven breakfasts, four dinners • Wine tasting • Escorted round-trip, private airport/ hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager
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Monte Carlo
FEATURES Full-day excursion to Nice and Cannes including admission to Matisse Museum. Excursion to villages of Apricale and Dolceacqua; wine tasting with snacks. Full-day excursion to Monaco, Monte Carlo and perfumerie in Eze. Excursion to Albegna and ancient olive oil mill. Excursion to Santa Margherita and Portofino.
RESERVE BY SEPTEMBER 30, 2018
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VISIT SICILY IN THE SPRING
8 DAYS: Sunday, April 28–Sunday, May 5, 2019
$2,799
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
Taormina Hillside
AN ANCIENT TOWN PERCHED HIGH ABOVE BLUE SEAS and decorated with blazingred bougainvillea framing white-washed buildings, Taormina is Sicily’s jewel and ranked #4 of “best spring destinations” by Condé Nast Traveller. We’ll spend seven nights at the Continental Hotel, located in the heart of Old Town just steps from Corso Umberto—the main pedestrian street—and get acquainted on a half-day walking tour. A highlight of our week will be a hands-on cooking class with Chef Massimo Tomarchio that begins with a guided visit to the local market! Enjoy an excursion to Catania, a port city nestled in the foothills of grumbling, old Mount Etna, for a visit to its bustling street market, followed by a winery visit and lunch at an estate on the slopes of the volcano!...and Siracusa, to visit the spectacular archaeological site and beautiful Ortigia Island. Our relaxing week winds down with a free day to explore on our own.
INCLUDES
Taormina Amphitheatre
FEATURES Taormina half-day guided walking tour. Market visit and hands-on cooking class, followed by lunch. Excursion to Catania and visit to Barone di Villagrande winery estate for tasting and lunch. Excursion to Siracusa archaeological park and Ortigia Island.
RESERVE BY SEPTEMBER 30, 2018
• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Catania, via Rome (land only pricing available if you prefer to make your own air arrangements) • Six nights’ three-star accommodations: Hotel Continental, Taormina • Welcome cocktail and tour presentation • Nine meals: six breakfasts, three dinners with wine at local restaurants • One hands-on cooking lesson followed by lunch • Wine tasting and lunch • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/ hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager
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SINGLE-FRIENDLY PRICING
Single supplement is $375. We have a limited number of single supplements available at just $250. Call to reserve. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.
EXCLUSIVE CLUB DEPARTURE
HOLIDAY IN TAORMINA
EXCLUSIVE CLUB DEPARTURE SINGLE-FRIENDLY PRICING
EXPLORING TUSCANY 9 DAYS: Saturday, May 4–Sunday, May 12, 2019
$3,199
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. Single supplement is $445. We have a limited number of single supplements available at just $250. Call to reserve. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.
Tuscany Countryside
TUSCANY IS, FOR SOME, QUINTESSENTIAL ITALY: vineyards and rows of cypress trees, small historic hilltowns, gorgeous medieval cities and astonishing art! With a nod to our popular Classic Tuscany vacation, we’ve started with the best—a short stay in Montecatini Terme with excursions to Lucca: an almost perfectly preserved jewel of medieval architecture, fascinating San Gimignano and “art-ful” Florence. During this new holiday we’ll also stay in Siena—thought by many to be Italy’s loveliest medieval city with its unique scallop-shaped Piazza del Campo. We’ve added excursions to ancient Volterra, memorable Monteriggioni, tiny Pienza—delightfully crowded with Renaissance architecture, historic Montepulciano—whose hill-top perch makes an enduring image of Tuscany, ACCOMMODATIONS Montalcino—world renowned for the DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston precious Brunello red wine and Greve in DAYS 2–5 Hotel Athena, Siena Chianti for a visit of Castello di Verrazzano DAYS 6–8 Grand Hotel Plaza, for lunch and wine tasting. Montecatini Terme DAY 9
Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations
INCLUDES
FEATURES
• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Florence, via Rome (land only pricing available if you prefer to make your own air arrangements) • Seven nights' four-star accommodations • Welcome cocktail and tour presentation • Fourteen meals: seven breakfasts, three lunches with wine, four dinners with wine • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/ hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager
Siena: walking tour, admission to Cathedral and Libreria Piccolomini. Excursion to Volterra with visit of Etruscan Museum, San Gimignano and Monteriggioni. Excursion to Piena, Montepulciano and Montalcino, lunch with wine at a local restaurant. Visit Greve in Chianti, Castello di Verrazzano wie cellars and gardens, lunch with wine. Excursion to Lucca with admission to Palazzo Mansi, lunch with wine. Excursion to Florence, walking tour and free time.
RESERVE BY DECEMBER 31, 2018
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JOIN THE CLUB'S FIRST EXCLUSIVE TOUR OF THE GREEK ISLANDS! 14 DAYS: Tuesday, May 7–Monday, May 20, 2019
$4,239
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
$4,739 single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450. Acropolis, Athens
A GREEK ISLANDS HOLIDAY: whitewashed, cliff-hugging villages, enchanting seascapes, black sand beaches, ancient ruins and, of course, Mediterranean cuisine—all add up to the trip of a lifetime. This Greek Odyssey begins and ends in Athens: monuments, eclectic markets and lively streets. Visit Mykonos—the most impressive port town in the Cyclades —to soak up the cosmopolitan atmosphere, and Santorini—one of the ten best islands in Europe with scenery and charm off the charts—to watch one of the world's truly beautiful sunsets. Next is Crete, flush with fantastic beaches and turquoise lagoons! Some say visiting Greece is a life-altering experience. ACCOMMODATIONS Let's find out!
FEATURES Athens: tour including Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Athena Nike, Temple of Zeus, Syntagma Square. Free day in Athens. Mykonos tour including Little Venice, windmills and Church of Panagia Paraportiani. Two free days in Mykonos. Santorini tour including Akrotiri excavations, Profitis Ilias Mountain panoramic views and Pyrgos. Free day in Santorini. Free day in Crete. Guided tour of Heraklion including the ruins of Knossos and Archaeological Museum. OPTIONALS: Athens—Cape Sounion excursion, Delphi excursion. Mykonos—Cooking class and lunch, Delos excursion. Santorini—Wine tasting and lunch, Caldera cruise and dinner. Crete— Chania excursion.
RESERVE BY OCTOBER 13, 2018
DAY 1
Overnight flight from Boston
DAYS 2–4
Saint George Lycabettus Hotel, Athens
DAYS 5–7
San Antonio Summerland, Mykonos
DAYS 8–10
El Greco Resort, Santorini
DAYS 11–12
Hotel Galaxy Iraklio, Crete
DAY 13
Saint George Lycabettus Hotel, Athens
DAY 14
Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations
INCLUDES • Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Athens, via a connecting city • Ferry from Athens to Mykonos, ferry from Mykonos to Santorini, ferry from Santorini to Crete, flight from Crete to Athens • Twelve nights’ four-star accommodations • Seventeen meals: twelve breakfasts, five dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director
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THE GREEK ISLANDS
EXCLUSIVE CLUB DEPARTURE
THE ITALIAN LAKES LAKE GARDA & LAKE COMO
9 DAYS: Saturday, May 11–Sunday, May 19, 2019
$2,899
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.
Single supplement is $375. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.
Lake Como
IN A COUNTRY OF UNMATCHED BEAUTY, the Italian Lakes region makes an impression all its own. This holiday hits the highlights as we begin with three days in Lake Garda and our lakeside hotel—home base for visits to romantic Verona, Brescia, with its airy piazzas, picturesque lanes and, possibly, the most beautiful historic center in the region and Bergamo, pretty as a postcard nestled in the foothills of the Alps. Next we'll explore legendary Lake Como including a visit by private boat to magical Bellagio—a town that many regard as the most beautiful in Italy—a tour of Villa Carlotta and Como town. It's a week of ACCOMMODATIONS glamorous locations, unrivaled scenery and, of course, great food! DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–5
Hotel Drago, Assenza di Brenzone, Lake Garda
DAYS 6–8
Hotel Firenze, Como, Lake Como
DAY 9
Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations
INCLUDES • Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Verona and Milan to Boston, via Rome (land only pricing available if you prefer to make your own air arrangements) • Seven nights' three-star accommodations • Welcome drink and tour orientation • Thirteen meals: seven breakfasts, one lunch, five dinners with wine • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/ hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager
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Lake Garda
FEATURES Lake Garda excursion including Peschiera, Sirmione and Desenzano with lunch. Excursion to Verona with walking tour. Excursion to Brescia with tour and winery visit. Bergamo guided tour. Excursion to Bellagio with cruise and tour of Villa Carlotta. Excursion to Milan with tour and admission to Scala Museum.
RESERVE BY DECEMBER 31, 2018
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SPECTACULAR SCOTLAND 9 DAYS: Tuesday, May 21–Wednesday, May 29, 2019
$2,999
per person double occupancy INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,819 for single reservations. Single reservations are limited and triple accommodations are unavailable on this tour. TravelSafe Protection Plan is $175. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $400.
Isle of Skye
“RUGGED, COLORFUL, AND FEISTY,” says Rick Steves. From the dramatic scenery of the mountains, moors and heaths of the Highlands to 1,300+ years-old Edinburgh to brooding castles and Scottish whisky—“the water of life”—to a culture dating back to the ancients clans of the 12th century, Scotland is a must-visit destination. After a Glasgow tour we’ll delve into the Highlands with a stay in vibrant Stirling and a visit to its medieval castle. Visit “The Glen of Weeping” and learn about the 1692 Glencoe massacre, view “The Bonnie Banks o' Loch Lomond" and visit the legendary Isle of Skye. We’ll step onto the battlefield at Culloden Moor and visit Clava Cairns—a prehistoric burial ground. We’ll end in Edinburgh—one of Europe’s most striking cities. Edinburgh
FEATURES
INCLUDES
Glasgow panoramic tour, visit Stirling Castle and whisky distillery, view Loch Lomond. Glencoe and Ben Nevis. Isle of Skye & Eilean Donan Castle. The Highlands: Loch Ness, ruins of Urquhart Castle, Inverness & Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns. Pitlochry and St. Andrews. Edinburgh tour including Edinburgh Castle and Palace of Holyroodhouse.
• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Glasgow, via a connecting city • Seven nights’ accommodations: 2n Stirling, 3n The Highlands, 2n Edinburgh • Thirteen meals: seven breakfasts, six dinners • Services of professional local Tour Manager
RESERVE BY NOVEMBER 9, 2018
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WELCOME TO CLUB MED THE CARIBBEAN & MEXICO
Club Med, the pioneer of all-inclusive vacations, is better than ever! For anyone looking for sun, sea, sand and adventure, their all-inclusive resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean are a veritable paradise. Imagine white sand beaches, warm turquoise waters and a variety of activities for all ages. Each resort has undergone extensive renovations resulting in the best Club Med experience ever! You don’t have to worry about anything once you arrive—simply sit back, relax and enjoy the true meaning of a tropical paradise vacation. With Club Med’s all-inclusive packages, land and water sports, all-day dining options, fun-filled kids clubs and zero stress, you’ll discover the true meaning of “relaxation.” All Club Med packages (except Columbus Isle) can be as long or as short as you’d like. Book a long weekend, a week or a month! Prices listed are per person double occupancy, per night. Airfare is not included in this price but we’ll get you the rate when you call to check availability and reserve. Columbus Isle, Bahamas requires a seven-night stay. When you book with The Travel Club, we’ll take care of the $60 per person Club Med membership fee— which also includes Club Med travel insurance.
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per person, per night based on double occupancy, land only All prices are indicative prices per adult, based on double occupancy, and include taxes. Type of room is based on availability. Prices are subject to change at any time. Prices listed above DO NOT include airfare. Airfare price available at time of booking.
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per person, per night based on double occupancy, land only All prices are indicative prices per adult, based on double occupancy, and include taxes. Type of room is based on availability. Prices are subject to change at any time. Prices listed above DO NOT include airfare. Airfare price available at time of booking.
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$1,599
per person for a 7-night air-inclusive vacation package All prices are indicative prices per adult, based on double occupancy, and include taxes. Type of room is based on availability. Price is inclusive of a roundtrip flight from Boston Logan International Airport to San Salvador International Airport for travel dates throughout May 11, 2018 to June 8, 2018. Price is subject to change at any time. 7-night minimum stay is required for Columbus Isle and must be booked with air.
TURKS & CAICOS, CARIBBEAN RESORT Whether you’re a couple, a group of friends, or flying solo, this is the ultimate adult-exclusive destination for fun in the sun. Enjoy thrilling water sports, spectacular diving, and even a swing or two on the flying trapeze—the festivities don’t stop here, on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
CANCUN, MEXICO RESORT Experience the perfect destination for water sports neighboring ancient Mayan ruins. Spend some time relaxing on the beautiful sandy beaches, or venture to town and explore Mexico's flavorful culture. Feast away the evening and dine till your heart’s content on authentic Mexican cuisine. With so many activities, this Caribbean Sea vacation is something everyone in your family will remember.
COLUMBUS ISLE, BAHAMAS RESORT Get onboard the vacation of a lifetime at this romantic couple’s destination. The Bahamas is amongst the 10 best diving sites on earth, and going on a quick 45-minute excursion will lead you to more than 21 amazing areas to explore. Together, you’ll discover secluded beaches and pristine waters while embarking on adventures in a blissful paradise.
More details on each destination on the following pages.
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CANCUN YUCATAN 4∑ WITH 5∑ LUXURY SPACE
RESORT & AREA HIGHLIGHTS
ACCOMMODATIONS
• Located on the Caribbean Sea on the northeast tip of Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. • Discover the beauty of Mexico along the pristine beaches of this spectacular resort. • Explore world-class diving sites along with the world's 2nd largest coral reef. • Let out your inner shopaholic in Cancún and Playa Del Carmen. • Learn to windsurf or sail atop the calm, clear waters of the Caribbean Sea. • Spend the day exploring the ancient Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza or Tulum.
This resort has 502 classic club rooms, elegant deluxe rooms, luxurious suites and spacious family rooms in locally inspired buildings. It also features Jade – a 5-Trident Luxury Space boasting 18 suites, 37 deluxe rooms and its own private pool and lounge. There will be 120 Aguamarina rooms as of July 2018 with a new family pool area. Each room comes equipped with a flat-screen television, coffee machine, safe, hair dryer and ironing kit. Laundry service available at extra cost.
DINING
AMENITIES
• La Hacienda: This buffet-style restaurant located at the centre of the Resort is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. • Taco Arte, Beach Lounge: This restaurant will welcome you in a newly redesigned area for an all-day Mexican dining experience. • La Estancia: Our speciality Argentinian restaurant serves late breakfast, late lunch, a la carte evening meals, and snacks.
• 1 main pool, 1 5 trident pool, 1 kids' pool, Club Med Spa* by COMFORT ZONE and fitness center
BARS • Soluna • Las Velas • Taco Arte, Beach Lounge • The Maya Lounge • La Bodega • Bar Lounge
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QUICK FACTS Property Size: 22 acres Rooms: 502 rooms Languages: English, French and Spanish Currency: Mexican Peso Voltage: 110 Volts Airport and Transfer Times: Airport: Cancún International Airport (8 miles from resort) Transfer Time: 20 minutes (All transfers included if airfare is purchased from Club Med)
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MEXICO
spa
tennis MEXICO
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PICTO VOILE CMYK
Nº dossier : 20131186E Date : 13/06/2014
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PICTO TENNIS PANTONE
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PICTO TRAPÈZE CIRQUE PANTONE
GULF OF MEXICO
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waterskiing CLUB MED
PICTO SKI NAUTIQUE CMYK
Cancún Yucatán
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Circus, Land Sports
Lessons for All Levels 4 Mini Club and Petit Club Fitness classes, archery, trapeze, 5 flying Main pool 6 Passworld sailing, tennis, waterskiing, wakeboarding 7 Soluna bar, 10 and windsurfing La Hacienda restaurant
8 Maya lounge Open Access & Organized Play 9 La Estancia restaurant Basketball, beach tennis, beach soccer, 10 Snorkeling 11 beach volleyball, kayaking, 11 Jadedance 5ySpace 12 Las Cazuelascooking classes, snorkeling, table tennis, restaurant & bar demonstrations, bocce and water polo 13ball, Tennis 14
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Windsurfing Special Programs* Family rooms Deep-sea fishing, golf,15teen spa and pajamas club
Teen Clubs ESORT Children & AREAand HIGHLIGHTS
Petit Club Med* – from 2 to 3 years old
Located on the Caribbean Sea on the northeast tip Mini Club Med – from 4 to 10 years old of Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula.
Club Med Passworld – from 11 to 17 years old
Discover the beauty of Mexico along the pristine beaches Off-Site Cultural and Adventure Activities* of this spectacular resort.
Chichen Itza Express (1/2 day)
Explore world-class diving sites along with the world's Chichen Itza and Valladolid (1 day) 2nd largest coral reef.
Eco Coba and Cenote (1 day)
Let out yourEk inner shopaholic in Cancún and Playa Del Carmen. Balam and Ria Lagartos (1 day)
Horseback day) Learn to windsurf or sailouting atop the(1/2 calm, clear waters Isla Mujeres Discovery (1 day) of the Caribbean Sea. Playa del Carmen (1/2 day)
Spend the day exploring the ancient Mayan ruins Speed boat in the laguna (1/2 day) of Chichen Itza or Tulum.
Swim with the Dolphins (1/2 day) Tulum (1/2 day) and many more * At extra cost
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TURKS & CAICOS 4∑ RESORT & AREA HIGHLIGHTS
ACCOMMODATIONS
• Stroll along the stunning shores of Grace Bay, on the island of Providenciales, awarded the best beach in the world by TripAdvisor's 2017 Travelers' Choice Awards. • Discover a breathtaking, secluded resort exclusively for adults comprised of colorful bungalows perched along a 12-mile beach. • Explore the ocean depths in this divers’ paradise, one of the world’s top wall-diving destinations. • Gather with the fun crowd at the iconic Sharkie's for unforgettable ‘sunset happy hours’ with live music and tasty bites. • Don't miss this white sensations party, where you'll dance the night away under a sky full of stars.
This adult-only resort features 211 comfortable and refreshed Club rooms and 80 brand new Deluxe rooms in colorful, 3-story bungalows for a casual, Caribbean feel. Take in the magnificent ocean view from the balcony of the newly designed Deluxe rooms. Each room comes equipped with a flat-screen television, ironing kit, hair dryer, safe and mini-fridge — stocked daily for Deluxe rooms.
DINING & BARS • Grace Bay Main Restaurant: This newly redesigned restaurant serves a buffet of international cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Now featuring a new outdoor terrace for those who want to dine while enjoying the oceanview. • Sharkie's: This open-air beach bar is located just steps from the sand, serving refreshing drinks and light, invigorating snacks all-day in the shade of coconut palms. • Blue Coral: The perfect spot for all-day poolside refreshments, pre-dinner cocktails & drinks, and after hour festivities. • Wine Cellar: Pick your favorite option from a well-stocked array of fine wines.
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QUICK FACTS Property Size: 84 acres Rooms: 291 rooms Languages: English, Spanish and French Currency: US Dollar Voltage: 110 Volts Airport and Transfer Times: Airport: Providenciales International Airport (8 miles from resort) Transfer time: 15 minutes (All transfers included if airfare is purchased from Club Med)
AMENITIES • Brand new swimming pool, renovated fitness center, and new indoor & outdoor wellness areas.
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CARIBBEAN
ACTIVITES Lessons For All Levels Flying trapeze, snorkeling, tennis, sailing and fitness Open Access & Organized Play Basketball, bocce ball, water polo, football, softball, table tennis, beach volleyball, paddle boarding and snorkeling Special Programs* Scuba diving, horseback riding lessons, kiteboarding, deep-sea fishing, massages and green fee packages Children and Teen Clubs None — Adults-only resort Off-Site Cultural and Adventure Activities* Ecotour: Paddle Board (1/2 day) “Heart of the Islands” Ecotour (1 day) Kayak Ecotour (1/2 day) Caicos Cay cruise (1/2 day) * At extra cost
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COLUMBUS ISLE 4∑ RESORT & AREA HIGHLIGHTS
ACCOMMODATIONS
• An idyllic, secluded resort on the island of San Salvador, where Columbus first set foot in the Americas. • Set out across the waves atop a powerful jet ski to explore the island’s virgin coastline. • Sail off into the sunset on the calm, blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean. • Let Club Med’s dive masters introduce you to vibrant sea life at one of the Caribbean’s top wall diving destinations. • Indulge yourself at the Club Med spa by L’OCCITANE®.
The resort features 236 comfortable club and expansive deluxe rooms with a choice of garden or sea views. Each room comes equipped with a flat-screen television, coffee machine, safe, hair dryer, mini fridge and ironing kit. Laundry service available at extra cost.
QUICK FACTS
• Christopher’s: This restaurant boasts colonial-style décor and a terrace for romantic al fresco dining. • Watling’s: Overlooking the turquoise sea, this specialty restaurant is open for late lunch and features an a la carte dinner.
Property Size: 89 acres Rooms: 236 rooms Languages: English and French Currency: Bahamian Dollar Voltage: 110 Volts Airport and Transfer Times: Airport: San Salvador/Cockburn Town Airport (ZSA) (0.5 mile from resort) Transfer Time: 5 minutes (All transfers included if airfare is purchased from Club Med)
BARS
AMENITIES
• Verve Lounge and Liquid Bar: This indoor/ outdoor bar features cozy lounge areas with antique furniture and décor. • Azul: This beach bar sits on stilts just steps from the ocean. • Beacon: Located on the ground floor of the Sea Center, this bar is ideal for a sunset cocktail.
• Swimming pool, Club Med spa by L’OCCITANE® and fitness center
DINING
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Lessons For All Levels3 Verve Lounge & Luna Cafe 4 Fitness center Sailing, windsurfing, snorkeling, tennis, 5 Main pool fitness classes, waterski and wakeboard 6 Tennis (summer only) 7 Beach volleyball
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Open Access & Organized Play 9 Sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, and Basketball, beach volleyball, paddleboard, paddle boarding soccer, table tennis, cardio and weights 10 Sea center: scuba diving* 2 room, and bocce ball 11 Waterskiing & wakeboarding (summer only)
Special 12 Azul bar 4 Programs* 13 Beacon bar Scuba 13 diving lessons and Kite surfing Children and Teen Clubs
RESORT & AREA Junior’s Club HIGHLIGHTS Med - from 11 to 17 years old (during July & August only)
• An idyllic, secluded resort on the island of San Salvador, where Columbus set foot in the Adventure Americas. Off-Sitefirst Cultural and Activities*
Cruise and picnic package (1/2 day)
• Set out across the waves atop a powerful jet ski to explore Island tour (1/2 day) the island’s virgin coastline.
Lagoon tour (1/2 day)
• Sail off into the sunset on(evening) the calm, blue waters of the Sunset cruise Atlantic Ocean.
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• Indulge yourself at the Club Med spa by L'OCCITANE®.
RESERVE online or by phone: 617-338-1111
TULIP TIME CRUISE
10 DAYS: Saturday, April 6–Monday, April 15, 2019
THIS RIVER CRUISE BEGINS IN ITS POPULAR, MODERN CAPITAL OF AMSTERDAM—this 700-year-old city offers from per person double occupancy an abundance of classic architecture, cafés, and restaurants for Deluxe Stateroom, Category E to explore before you embark on your river cruise through Cabin upgrades available: Holland and Belgium. Sail through Rotterdam’s harbor; garden Additional $199–$2,199 pp/do. enthusiasts will delight in a visit to see the breathtaking colors Includes cruise taxes and port of Keukenhof; opt for an excursion to the city of Gouda before charges and pre-paid cruise gratuities and Avalon insurance. sailing to Antwerp—Belgium’s second-largest city, combining Prices listed above DO NOT ancient buildings and monuments with modern architecture. include airfare. Airfare price In Ghent, Belgium, join a local expert for a guided tour of the available at time of booking. city, including a visit to St. Bavo’s Cathedral. No trip to Holland When you reserve your Avalon is complete without a visit to the technical miracle that is Waterways cruise with The Travel Club, any current Avalon the Delta Works, a storm flood barrier almost six miles long, promotion will be applicable to constructed after the floods of 1953. Return to Amsterdam your reservation. and see the most fascinating areas of the city on a canal cruise along the elegant Grachten lined with homes dating back to the city’s “Golden Age.” From seemingly unending fields of color from Holland’s gardens, to windmills and waterways of Amsterdam, to the ancient and modern mix of Belgium’s architecture, this European river cruise is sure to grow in your memory for endless seasons to come.
$2,907
AVALON IMPRESSION Part of Avalon's cutting-edge fleet of Suite Ships®, the Avalon Impression came onto the river cruising scene with a bang. This gorgeous ship features two full decks of Panorama SuitesSM with Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows that transform the living space into a unique OpenAir BalconySM. With 200 square feet, Panorama SuitesSM are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording you the incomparable opportunity to wake each morning facing the splendid passing scenery. Onboard amenities include an alternative light dining option in the Panorama Bistro, a Fitness Center, complimentary Wi-Fi access, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, and light al fresco lunches at the Sky Bistro on the Sky Deck.
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HIGHLIGHTS
8 DAY RIVER CRUISE: AMSTERDAM TO AMSTERDAM
DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY DAY 1
Overnight flight from Boston
DAY 2
Arrive Amsterdam, transfer to hotel
DAY 3
Amsterdam (Embarkation)
DAY 4
Rotterdam
DAY 5
Antwerp
DAY 6
Ghent
DAY 7
Middelburg–Veere
DAY 8
Willemstad
DAY 9
Amsterdam
DAY 10
Amsterdam (Disembarkation); return flight to Boston
• Deluxe 7-night cruise in an outside stateroom with Avalon’s exclusive Comfort Collection BedsSM • One night pre-cruise hotel accommodations in Amsterdam • Rotterdam: Keukenof Guided Tour or excursion to Gouda • Antwerp: Guided City Tour — Grote Markt, city hall, Cathedral of Our Lady • Ghent: Guided City Tour — St. Bavo’s Cathedral • Middleburg: Guided Walking Tour • Veere: Guided tour of the Delta Works • Willemstad: cheese tasting on board • Amsterdam: Guided Canal Cruise • Complimentary Wi-Fi • Panoramic windows • English-speaking crew & Cruise Director • Covered Observation Lounge • Club Lounge with 24-hour self-serve beverage station with complimentary cappuccinos, lattes, tea, hot chocolate & premium coffees, as well as treats throughout the day • Elevator
INCLUDES • Round-trip airport/hotel/cruise ship transfers when air is purchased through Avalon Watersays • FlexDiningSM • Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast; wine, beer, or soft drinks with every lunch and dinner • Daily full buffet breakfast • Daily lunch buffet • Daily Afternoon Tea • Daily four-course a la carte dinner • Alternative Panorama Bistro dinner • Captain’s welcome & farewell receptions and dinners with sparkling wine and canapés • Panorama Lounge • Cocktails available on the Sky Deck • Fresh fruit available throughout the day • Complimentary bottled water daily
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A TASTE OF THE DANUBE
9 DAYS: Friday, April 12–Saturday, April 20, 2019
DISCOVER THE FASCINATING AND SCENIC DANUBE with its charming small towns and exciting cities on this European from per person double occupancy river cruise vacation. Begin with a guided sightseeing tour for Deluxe Stateroom, Category E and a 2-night city stay in Vienna, the “City of Music.” Savor Cabin upgrades available: Sachertorte in a local café, spend time in one of the many Additional $86–$943 pp/do. marvelous museums, shop along the Kärntnerstrasse, or Includes cruise taxes and port stroll along the historic streets. You’ll board your ship and charges and pre-paid cruise gratuities and Avalon insurance. begin exploring the natural beauty of Austria’s Wachau Prices listed above DO NOT Valley. Enjoy the serene atmosphere as you glide along include airfare. Airfare price the river, passing quaint villages and scenic beauty of your available at time of booking. Danube River cruise. Visit Melk’s impressive and breathtaking When you reserve your Avalon Benedictine Abbey, see Dürnstein’s baroque Stiftskirche, Waterways cruise with The Travel Club, any current Avalon and enjoy guided sightseeing in Slovakia’s vibrant capital of promotion will be applicable to Bratislava. Your journey concludes with two overnights in your reservation. exciting Budapest, including guided sightseeing and time to explore on your own. Enjoy Hungarian cuisine, explore the famous produce market—Central Market Hall, wander around the former Royal Palace grounds, explore Budapest's famous churches, or just sit back and relax. It’s all available on this grand vacation!
$2,207
AVALON ILLUMINATION Part of Avalon's cutting-edge fleet of Suite Ships®, the Avalon Illumination came onto the river cruising scene with a bang. This gorgeous ship features two full decks of Panorama SuitesSM with Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows that transform the living space into a unique OpenAir BalconySM. With 200 square feet, Panorama SuitesSM are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording you the incomparable opportunity to wake each morning facing the splendid passing scenery. Onboard amenities include an alternative light dining option in the Panorama Bistro, a Fitness Center, complimentary Wi-Fi access, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, and light al fresco lunches at the Sky Bistro on the Sky Deck.
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HIGHLIGHTS
EASTBOUND RIVER CRUISE: VIENNA TO BUDAPEST
DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY DAY 1
Overnight flight from Boston
DAY 2
Arrive Vienna, transfer to hotel
DAY 3
Vienna sightseeing
DAY 4
Embarkation
DAY 5
Melk–Wachau Valley–Dürnstein
DAY 6
Bratislava
DAY 7
Budapest (Disembarkation), sightseeing
DAY 8
Budapest
DAY 9
Return flight to Boston
• Vienna: two nights’ hotel accommodations • Deluxe 3-night cruise in an outside stateroom with Avalon’s exclusive Comfort Collection BedsSM • Budapest: two nights’ hotel accommodations • Vienna: Guided City Tour — Imperial Palace, Vienna Opera House, St. Stephen’s Cathedral • Melk: Guided Tour — 11th-century Benedictine Abbey • Dürnstein: free time • Bratislava: Guided Tour — Old Town, Town Hall, St. Martin’s Cathedral • Budapest: Guided Tour — Heroes’ Square and Budapest’s classic sites • Complimentary Wi-Fi • Panoramic windows • English-speaking crew & Cruise Director • Covered Observation Lounge • Club Lounge with 24-hour self-serve beverage station with complimentary cappuccinos, lattes, tea, hot chocolate & premium coffees, as well as treats throughout the day • Elevator
INCLUDES • Round-trip airport/hotel/cruise ship transfers when air is purchased through Avalon Waterways • FlexDiningSM • Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast; wine, beer, or soft drinks with every lunch and dinner • Daily full buffet breakfast • Daily lunch buffet • Daily Afternoon Tea • Daily four-course a la carte dinner • Alternative Panorama Bistro dinner • Captain’s welcome & farewell receptions and dinners with sparkling wine and canapés • Panorama Lounge • Cocktails available on the Sky Deck • Fresh fruit available throughout the day • Complimentary bottled water daily
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CRUISE WITH
THE TRAVEL CLUB AND AVALON WATERWAYS! As The Travel Club’s preferred river cruise provider, Avalon Waterways offers the absolute best experience in river cruising. In addition to our hand-picked European river cruise departures (featured on pages 82–86), The Travel Club can now book all departures for ANY Avalon cruise to any destination you choose! And, as always, when you reserve your Avalon Waterways Cruise with The Club, any current Avalon promotion will be applicable to your reservation. Give us a call today to start planning your next adventure!