ClubMail: Winter 2012 by New Venture Media Group

Winter 2012

Your Ticket to Great Theater and Travel!

2012 Travel Issue featuring:

Italy, Southeast Asia, The Azores, Romania and more!

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Resolution: Travel in 2012!

“T

o my mind, the greatest reward and luxury of travel is to be able to experience everyday things as if for the first time, to be in a position in which almost nothing is so familiar it is taken for granted.” —Bill Bryson I always loved Bill Bryson’s observation about travel. The idea of seeing with fresh eyes is so alluring and exciting that most of us never tire of visiting new places. So, in that spirit, this issue of CLUBMail offers more “eye-opening” destinations than ever!

The reason for all this variety is you! While our trips have always placed a premium on value and economy, recently, many of our members have asked about travel experiences that require a bit more time, feature more ambitious itineraries, and offer multiple departures. That set us in motion to find a “Preferred Provider”—a travel company that could match our high standards, and arrange top-drawer trips to a wide variety of unique destinations. It turned out that such a company was right under our nose—Collette Vacations. I am pleased to announce our new Travel Club Select category—more choices, more departures and, for the most part, longer trips. (For all the details and more than 25 new destinations, see page 61!) I’ve left the best for last. Because of our new partnership, Collette Vacations is extending a special invitation to our members to join their tour of Cuba this April. Talk about seeing with “fresh eyes!” Take a look at the information at the bottom of this page. If you love to travel, then you’re holding a dream catalog in your hands. Enjoy!

Tim Montgomery, President

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Since 1956 Show of the Month Club has provided its members with a convenient, simple and economical way to order theater tickets for shows playing Boston. Its companion Travel Club arranges travel packages to destinations all over the world—at unbeatable prices. We know that the “Show of the Month Club” name has become a bit of a misnomer, but members know that the name stands for service, savings, great seats and advance notice of new shows! The Travel Club began offering domestic and international tours and Theater Weekends way back in the 1960s. Today The Travel Club serves thousands of travelers and offers a wide range of carefully planned trips, including a specialty in travel to Italy. The Travel Club has always been known for service, and famous for value! Our motto is “Spend Less, Travel More!” Additional membership benefits include quarterly catalogs, weekly email newsletters, parking discounts, half-price restaurant gift certificates and unmatched, real, live human contact! So, if you’re a member, thank you. You know a good deal when you see one! If you’re not, you could be saving a lot of money while enjoying some of what makes life exciting, stimulating and fun—Theater and Travel! Show of the Month Club is a subsidiary of New Venture Media Group LLC, which also publishes the New England edition of Playbill, the world’s most recognized and prestigious theater program magazine, and Panorama, The Official Guide to Boston, celebrating 60 years of service to Boston’s visitors.

Winter 2011

Your Ticke T To GreaT

TheaTer and Travel!

2011 Travel Issue featuring

Italy www.showofthe month.com

In this issue…

Theater & T

THEATER February, 2012 Etta May’s White Trash Diary 2/7 Monsters 2/25–3/10

March, 2012 The Chieftains 3/14 Late Night Catechism 3/25 Big Apple Circus 3/28–4/4

TRAVEL 11 10 8 12 8

April, 2012

The Full Monty 4/12–15 10 Riverdance 4/13–15 6 ‘Til Death Do Us Part: 4/26–29 10 Late Nite Catechism 3 Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater 4/27–28 9

May, 2012 Avenue Q 5/11–20 Xanadu 5/11–6/9 Mark Morris Dance Group 5/17–19 Disney’s Beauty and the Beast 5/29–6/3

June, 2012 Mamma Mia! 6/19–24 Dear Miss Garland 6/28–7/1

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July, 2012

Billy Elliot 7/24–8/19

boston theater weekends Les Misérables 3/31–4/1, 2012

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast 6/2–3, 2012 Billy Elliot 8/11–12, 8/18–19, 2012 4 4 show of the month club

April, 2012 New York Theater Weekend 4/20–22

May, 2012 Taormina: Sicily’s Resort 5/5–12 The Amalfi Coast 5/12–20 The Heart of Northern Italy 5/13–21 Sebasco Harbor Resort, ME 5/18–20 Drive Yourself Weekend New York Theater Weekend 5/18–20

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June, 2012

Red Sox at Toronto Blue Jays 6/1–3 18–19 Boothbay Harbor, ME 6/15–17 20 Drive Yourself Weekend Connecticut Drive Yourself Weekend 6/29–7/1 16 with Mame at the Goodspeed

July, 2012

Florence and Rome 7/5–12 30 Finger Lakes Wine Country 7/9–12 22 Berkshires Drive Yourself Weekend 7/20–22 17 with Tanglewood Red Sox at New York Yankees 7/27–29 18–19

August, 2012

Berkshires Drive Yourself Weekend 8/3–5 17 with Tanglewood Romantic Venice 8/4–10 31 Quebec City and Montreal 8/5–9 25 Finger Lakes Wine Country 8/6–9 22 Red Sox at Baltimore Orioles 8/14–16 18–19 Berkshires Drive Yourself Weekend 8/17–19 17 with Tanglewood Saratoga Springs and Racing 8/19–20 22 Berkshires Drive Yourself Weekend 8/24–26 17 with Tanglewood Connecticut Drive Yourself Weekend 8/24–26 16 with Carousel at the Goodspeed Old Orchard Beach, ME via Amtrak 8/26–28 21

Travel Guide September, 2012 Ogunquit, ME 9/7–9 Drive Yourself Weekend America’s Canyonlands 9/12–18 The Hamptons 9/16–17 Costa Cruises Iberia Cruise 9/17–29 Portuguese Riviera 9/19–26 Adirondack Balloon Festival 9/21–23 London 9/22–28 Swiss and Italian Charm 9/22–30 Paris and Nice 9/23–10/1 Jewels of Italy 9/23–10/1 Liguria, Italy’s Riviera 9/26–10/4 The Amalfi Coast 9/29–10/7 Romania & Bulgaria 9/29–10/10 Getaway to Iceland 9/30–10/5 The Tuscan Riviera 9/30–10/7

October, 2012 Lake Como and Venice 10/4–12 Discover Scotland 10/4–13 Canada’s Oktoberfest 10/5–9 Montreal Getaway 10/6–8 The Amalfi Coast 10/6–14 The Island of Ischia and Rome 10/7–14 Umbria 10/8–16 The Azores 10/9–16 Classic Tuscany 10/13–21 Virginia Beach 10/14–18 Paris and Rome 10/18–25 Classic Tuscany 10/21–29 Sicily and Rome 10/26–11/3 p. 23 p. 48 Beijing 10/31–11/8

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b r o a dway y o u r way February–December, 2012

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Croatia and Slovenia 11/1–12 Florence Getaway 11/3–9 Roman Holiday 11/3–9 Ireland’s Coastal Treasures 11/3–11 Barcelona and Rome 11/4–11 Romantic Venice 11/6–12 Paris 11/8–14 Florence Getaway 11/10–16 Roman Holiday 11/10–16 Basilicata and Calabria 11/10–18 Cooking in Tuscany 11/10–18 Romantic Venice 11/13–19

December, 2012 European Christmas Markets 12/1–9 Christmastime Danube Cruise 12/6–14 Canada’s Winter Wonderland 12/8–14 Southern Holiday Charm 12/8–14 London, Paris and Rome 12/23/12–1/2/13

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January, 2013

Cambodia, Angkor Wat and Vietnam 1/26–2/9 53

February, 2013

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Flavors of Thailand 2/15–28 Classic Spain 2/16–26

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t r av e l c lu b s e l e c t Extraordinary destinations. Longer stays. Multiple departure dates.

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Winter winter 2012

Apr 2012 order by: March 2

the Boston Opera House 539 Washington Street, Boston

“A and sound that simn explosion of sight

ply takes your breath away,” cheers the Chicago Tribune. “A family evening unlike anything else!” raves the London Times. Few shows have touched audiences like Riverdance. A celebration of Irish music, song and dance, the show focuses on the evolution of Irish dance and its similarities with, and influences on, other cultures. The phenomenon of Riverdance draws on Irish traditions and combines the richness of the music and the magic and sensuality of the dance. Bill Whelan won the 1997 Grammy® Award for “Best Musical Show Album” for his original music and lyrics. This extraordinarily unique show, which features an international company, has touched the hearts of millions around the world. Whether it’s your first time or your fifth, there is no better time to share the magic of Riverdance with your family.

REGULAR Club Performances:

DAY Fri Sat Sun

DATE(S) Apr 13 Apr 14 Apr 15

TIME(S) 7 pm 2 pm 1 & 6:30 pm

Complete ticket pricing is posted on our website—www.showofthemonth.com Unfortunately, mail-in orders cannot be accepted for this show. Ordering through our secure website is the fastest and most convenient way to reserve your tickets! Complete details on creating your online account and placing your online order are explained at www.showofthemonth.com/account

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the Boston Opera House

May–Jun 2012 order by: April 20

539 Washington Street, Boston

D the smash hit Broadway musiisney’s Beauty And The Beast,

cal, is coming to Boston! Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this eye-popping spectacle has won the hearts of over 35 million people worldwide. This classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes, and dazzling production numbers, including “Be Our Guest” and the beloved title song. Disney’s Beauty And The Beast is the classic story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped in a spell placed by an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed to his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. Experience the romance and enchantment of Disney’s Beauty And The Beast at the The Boston Opera House.

Winter 2012

REGULAR Club Performances:

DAY Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Sun

DATE(S) May 29 May 30 May 31 Jun 1 Jun 2 Jun 3 Jun 3

TIME(S) 7 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm 8 pm 2 pm 1 pm 6:30 pm

RESERVE online: www.showofthemonth.com

Jun 2012 order by: May 11

the Boston Opera House 539 Washington Street, Boston

AThree possible dads. mother. A daughter.

And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget! Over 45 million people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make Mamma Mia! the ultimate feel-good show! Writer Catherine Johnson’s sunny, funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago. The story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, and every night everyone’s having the time of their lives! With more productions playing internationally than any other musical, Mamma Mia! is the World’s No.1 Show!

REGULAR Club Performances:

DAY Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sat Sun Sun

DATE(S) Jun 19 Jun 20 Jun 21 Jun 22 Jun 23 Jun 23 Jun 24 Jun 24

TIME(S) 7 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm 8 pm 2 pm 8 pm 1 pm 6:30 pm

www.showofthemonth.com

the Boston Opera House

Jul–Aug 2012 order by: June 1

539 Washington Street, Boston

Bthe joyous celebration of

illy Elliot The Musical is

one boy’s journey to make his dreams come true. Set in a small town, the story follows Billy as he stumbles out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class, discovering a surprising passion that inspires his family and his whole community. A big musical with an even bigger heart, Billy Elliot will enchant the dreamer in all of us. Based on the international smash-hit film, Billy Elliot is brought to life by a phenomenal cast of 45 and the Tony Award®winning creative team—director Stephen Daldry, choreographer Peter Darling and writer Lee Hall—along with music legend Elton John, who has written what the New York Post calls “his best score yet!”

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com

REGULAR Club Performances:

DAY Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sat Sun Sun

DATE(S) TIME(S) July 24, 31, Aug 7, 14 7:30 pm July 25 (7 pm), Aug 1, 8, 15 7:30 pm July 26, Aug 2, 9, 16 7:30 pm July 27, Aug 3, 10, 17 8 pm July 28, Aug 4, 11, 18 2 pm July 28, Aug 4, 11, 18 8 pm July 29, Aug 5, 12, 19 1 pm July 29, Aug 5, 12, 19 6:30 pm

Winter 2012

MAr–APR 2012 order by: March 1

City Hall Plaza, Boston

FApple Circus dares you to

Club Discount Performances:

or its 34th season, the Big

DAY DATE(S) TIME(S) PRICE Wed Mar 28 6:30 pm $20.00 Thu Mar 29 6:30 pm $20.00 Fri Mar 30 6:30 pm $22.00 Sat Mar 31 12:30 pm $25.00 Sat Mar 31 4:30 pm $25.00 Sun Apr 1 12:30 pm $25.00 Wed Apr 4 6:30 pm $20.00 Prices reflect a $20 discount off box office prices. Mezzanine seating.

Dream Big! in an all-new show, where the world’s greatest circus artists are presented under an intimate Big Top, and no seat is more than 50 feet from the ring! Let your imagination soar as it summons the most amazing acts—a juggler with a suit to fit his feats of fancy handiwork! A mechanical doll that comes alive in a sinuous balancing act! Spirited horses, frolicsome dogs, and a capybara and porcupine to perk up the tanbark party! Audacious acrobats who astound with athletic grace! Comical conjurors with magical moments of grand illusion! The aerial daring of the trapeze flyers! A singing Ringmistress and the Big Apple Circus Band creating ringing melodies of memories to last! And Grandma! Yes, Grandma, apogee of comical aspiration and mirthful joy! Your dreams will inspire a Big Apple Circus of living thrills and marvelous delight—a celebration of the imagination— an astonishing circus world of wonder!

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SYMPHONY HALL

MAR 2012 order by: February 13

301 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston

Club Discount Performance:

Sare recognized for bringing traditional ix-time Grammy winners, The Chieftains

DAY DATE(S) TIME(S) Wed Mar 14 8 pm Price reflects a 10% discount off box office price: Orch: $54.00

Photo: Kevin Kelly

Irish music to the world’s attention. They have uncovered the wealth of great Irish music that has accumulated over the centuries, and made the music their own with a style that is as exhilarating as it is definitive. Don’t miss the fun as Paddy Moloney and band return to Symphony Hall for a pre-St. Patrick’s Day bash!

Winter 2012

RESERVE online: www.showofthemonth.com

APR 2012 order by: March 26

CITI PERFORMING ARTS CENTER WANG THEATRE 270 Tremont Street, Boston

T Ailey American Dance Theater has

Club Discount Performances:

he annual April visit to Boston by Alvin

DAY DATE(S) TIME(S) Fri Apr 27 8 pm Sat Apr 28 8 pm Price reflects a 10% discount off box office price: Orch: $67.50

Photo: Andrew Eccles

long been one of the city’s celebrated seasonal traditions. The stunningly gifted and gorgeous Ailey dancers bring fire and passion to programs of classics and exciting new works alike. Following the successful transition to new artistic director Robert Battle, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater continues its triumphant journey as America’s leading modern dance company.

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CUTLER MAJESTIC THEATRE

MAY 2012 order by: April 16

219 Tremont Street, Boston

Mreographer of great ambition and

ark Morris is a world-renowned cho-

Photo: Richard Termine

endless invention; a dance master, though still brilliantly sculpting his legacy. He is also a notable figure in the depth of his commitment to dance as a live music experience. Mark Morris uses recorded music only when artistically necessary and sticking to this standard is a challenge that is also an enormous part of his artistic success. Both dance and music breathe and live in a Mark Morris Dance Group performance.

Club Discount Performances:

DAY DATE(S) TIME(S) Thu May 17 7:30 pm Fri May 18 8 pm Sat May 19 8 pm Price reflects a 10% discount off box office prices: Mezz. (Rows E-G): $67.50

“Music is in the flesh and in the moment, and it joins together those who hear it in a way that’s both ancient and inexplicable.” —Mark Morris

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com

Winter 2012

Stoneham Theatre 395 Main Street, Stoneham

Prices reflect a 10% discount off box office prices. Orchestra seating.

Apr 12–15, 2012 order by: March 19 Adults: $39.60 Seniors (62 & up): $36 Students: $18 A cheeky British musical comedy.

Jun 28–Jul 1, 2012 order by: June 1 Adults: $39.60 Seniors (62 & up): $36 Students: $18 By Kathy St. George and Scott Edmiston. Directed by Scott Edmiston.

The Full Monty

Afollows a group of unemployed mill-workers who devise an uncondapted from the wildly successful British film, this cheeky musical

ventional solution to their professional and personal woes. With rollicking music, laugh-out-loud hilarity and a don’t-blink-or-you’ll-miss-it ending. CLUB DISCOUNT PERFORMANCES: Thu, Apr 12 @ 7:30 pm; Fri, Apr 13 @ 8 pm; Sat, Apr 14 @ 3 & 8 pm; Sun, Apr 15 @ 2 pm

Dear Miss Garland

Bone-woman celebration of the legendary Judy Garland. “Weaving

ack by popular demand, Kathy St. George returns in her incredible

heart-stopping renditions of many of the singer’s hits with spot-on recreations of her onstage patter, as well as St. George’s own reminiscences of her longtime absorption in Garland’s life and work, the show truly becomes what it’s billed as: a ‘theatrical concert.’’’—Boston Globe. CLUB DISCOUNT PERFORMANCES: Thu, Jun 28 @ 7:30 pm; Fri, Jun 29 @ 8 pm; Sat, Jun 30 @ 3 & 8 pm; Sun, Jul 1 @ 2 pm

The Regent Theatre 7 Medford Street, Arlington

Prices reflect a 10% discount off box office prices.

FEB 25–MAR 10, 2012 order by: February 1 Preferred Seating (Center Orch. rows A–E): $27 Regular Seating: $22.50 By Gail Phaneuf and Ernie Lijoi.

Apr 26–29, 2012 order by: April 1 Reserved Seating: $16.20

MONSTERS: A MIDLIFE MUSICAL MELTDOWN

Shappens when a mysterious package arrives in this hilarious look at a fullamantha thinks turning 40 is the scariest thing to happen to her. See what

blown midlife crisis. After all…everybody’s got MONSTERS!…don’t they?

CLUB DISCOUNT PERFORMANCES: Sat, Feb 25, Mar 3, Mar 10 @ 8 pm; Sun, Feb 26 @ 7 pm; Sun, Mar 4 @ 2 pm; Thu, Mar 1, Mar 8 @ 8 pm; Fri, Mar 2, Mar 9 @ 8 pm

’TIL DEATH DO US PART: Late Nite Catechism 3

’Tunveiled in this sinfully funny series. After teaching countless stu-

il Death Do Us Part: Late Nite Catechism 3 is the latest class to be

dents all about the saints, venial sins, guilt, limbo and more, Sister is now offering up hilarious lessons on the Sacraments of Marriage and Last Rites, including her own wacky version of the Newlywed Game. Classroom participation is a must so bring along your sweetie and your sense of humor for a session with the country’s feistiest couples counselor! CLUB DISCOUNT PERFORMANCES: Thu, Apr 26; Fri, Apr 27; Sat, Apr 28 @ 8 pm; Sat, Apr 28 & Sun, Apr 29 @ 2 pm

Winter 2012

RESERVE online: www.showofthemonth.com

The Lyric Stage Company 140 Clarendon Street (YWCA Building), Boston

Prices reflect a 10% discount off box office prices and include a restoration fee. Orchestra Seating.

MAY 11–20, 2012 order by: April 15 Wed, Thu & Fri: $50.50 Sat & Sun: $54.10 Music and lyrics by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx. Book by Jeff Whitty.

AVENUE Q

Pversal), Avenue Q is a laugh-out-loud musical that tells the story of a

art flesh (humans), part felt (puppets), and packed with heart (uni-

recent college grad named Princeton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. Warning: contains adult language and puppet nudity. CLUB DISCOUNT PERFORMANCES: Fri, May 11, 18 @ 8 pm; Sat, May 12, 19 @ 3 & 8 pm Thu, May 17 @ 7:30 pm; Sun, May 20 @ 3pm

SpeakEasy Stage Company CALDERWOOD PAVILION at the BOSTON CENTER FOR THE ARTS 527 Tremont Street, Boston

Prices reflect a 10% discount off box office prices and include a Capital Enhancement Fee. Orchestra Seating.

May 11–Jun 9, 2012 order by: April 20 Roberts Studio Theatre Tue, Wed, Thu & Fri Eves: $46.80 Sat Mat & Eve, Sun Mat: $51.30

XANADU

Bfollows the efforts of a magical Greek muse who arrives in

ased on the cult film of the same name, this riotous musical

California in the 1980s to help a struggling artist achieve his dream of opening a roller disco. CLUB DISCOUNT PERFORMANCES: Fri, May 11, 18, 25, Jun 1, 8 @ 8 pm; Sat, May 12, 19, 26, Jun 2, 9 @ 4 & 8 pm; Sun, May 13, 20, 27, Jun 3 @ 3 pm; Tue, Jun 5 @ 7:30 pm; Wed, May 16, 23, 30, Jun 6 @ 7:30 pm; Thu, May 17, 24, 31, Jun 7 @ 7:30 pm

The Wilbur Theatre 246 Tremont Street, Boston

Price reflects a 10% discount off box office price and includes a restoration fee.

FEB 7, 2012 order immediately Front Floor Table Seating: $57.80 A hysterical, new onewoman show from awardwinning comic Etta May.

ETTA MAY’S WHITE TRASH DIARY

Ithe goddess of trailer parks everywhere. Ripped directly from the life

t’s the hilarious new one-woman show from the princess of polyester,

story of one of America’s funniest women, it’s a night of gut-busting, seam-splitting laughter! The star of the sell-out tour “Southern Fried Chicks” is a regular on CMT and winner of the prestigious Female Comic of the Year award. She’s a seasoned performer with national appeal. Etta May’s huge fan base makes her a favorite of Sirius XM radio’s comedy channels plus the syndicated Bob & Tom Show. CLUB DISCOUNT PERFORMANCE: Tue, Feb 7 @ 7:30 pm

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com

Winter 2012

The Wilbur Theatre 246 Tremont Street, Boston

Price reflects a 10% discount off box office price and includes a restoration fee.

Mar 25, 2012 order by: March 2 Front Floor Table Seating: $60.50

LATE NITE CATECHISM

Laudience back to their youth. The irrepressible Sister teaches class

ate Nite Catechism is an uproariously funny play that takes the

to a roomful of “students.” Throughout the course of the class the benevolent instructor rewards the students for correct answers with glow-in-the-dark rosaries and other nifty prizes. Naughty students may well find themselves on stage sitting in a corner reflecting their actions. However, even the most reluctant students will be clamoring to get into this Sister’s class. The New York Times calls Late Nite Catechism “interactive theater at its best and full of laughs!” CLUB DISCOUNT PERFORMANCE: Sun, Mar 25 @ 3 pm

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! reservation tips You may make your travel reservations either online or over the phone through our Travel Services Coordinator. To reserve online, visit www.showofthemonth.com/travel and view the trip you'd like to join. When you click on “Reserve Here” you'll be directed to the log-in page where you can access the secure reservations form using your online account log-in (your email address) and password. Please complete the entire form and enter a Visa or MasterCard account to cover the trip deposit. If you prefer to reserve over the phone, call 617-338-1111, ext. 3.

Please read this important INFORMATION • Show of the Month Club uses only REGULARLY SCHEDULED FLIGHTS on major carriers, never charters. • MOTORCOACH TOURS generally have two departure points. • DRIVE YOURSELF programs are independent, unescorted programs. Show of the Month Club will make all the arrangements for you and forward all necessary documents to you. • SERVICE CHARGES are included in the advertised price. NOT INCLUDED: Tips and gratuities for local professional tour managers, local guides, bus drivers, beverages. • Although each program has a RESERVE BY date listed, please feel free to call after the deadline for availability. We are often able to accommodate late bookings. • To make a reservation or FOR DETAILED ITINERARIES: call 617-338-1111 (press #3) or visit our website. • Once your reservation is received, you will receive confirmation as well as insurance information within 10 days. Please call if you do not receive your confirmation within two weeks.

• We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance. If you must cancel your reservations, insurance is often the only way to be reimbursed for your losses. • Please read your confirmation carefully and pay special attention to the CANCELLATION POLICY. Be sure that all details are correct—especially name spelling. You must provide names of all trip participants exactly as they appear on passports. If you do not, airlines may impose fees for name changes before and after ticketing. • Flight schedules are subject to change by airlines. • Fuel surcharge and air taxes and fees are accurate at press time, yet are subject to change and increases may be levied at the discretion of the individual airline. Passengers will be responsible for any applicable increases. • Special airline seating or meal or room requests MUST be made at the time of reservation. All seating is solely at the discretion of the airline and cannot be guaranteed.

MANY PROGRAMS SELL OUT QUICKLY, SO RESERVE BEFORE THE DEADLINE TO GUARANTEE YOUR RESERVATION. Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com Winter 2012 13

BOSTON THEATER WEEKENDS 2011–2012 Theater Season 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 top-price Saturday night theater ticket, overnight accommodations at a terrific hotel, breakfast and even a $25 gift certificate to DaVinci Ristorante. Ideal for a Girls Getaway, birthday surprise or special holiday gift.

The Boston Opera House

March 31–April 1, 2012 June 2–3, 2012 August 11–12, 18–19, 2012 $249 pp double occupancy $229 pp double occupancy $269 pp double occupancy

our one-night WEEKENDs INCLUDE: • Saturday night hotel accommodations • Saturday evening topprice theater ticket

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

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

Photo © Hyatt Hotels

HYATT REGENCY BOSTON One Avenue de Lafayette Located in the heart of downtown and steps from the Boston Common, Theater District, shopping and dining, the Hyatt Regency Boston offers elegant accommodations, deluxe amenities and expansive guest services which include sauna/steam room and indoor pool. And, The Boston Opera House is directly across the street! 14

RESERVE TODAY!

NEW YORK theater WEEKENDs Harry Connick, Jr. in On A Clear Day You Can See Forever Friday, April 20–Sunday, April 22, 2012 Friday, May 18–Sunday, May 20, 2012

$599

per person double occupancy per person deposit is $300.

he Travel Club has revamped its New York Theater Weekends! Enjoy a classic hotel, fully-equipped, deluxe private coach and the hottest new show on Broadway!

Includes:

• Round-trip private deluxe luxury coach transportation from Boston and Newton • Two nights’ four-star accommodations: InterContinental New York Barclay • Friday evening orchestra ticket • Two vouchers per person: “Purchase one drink and receive one complimentary drink” at Barclay Bar* • Two vouchers per person: Receive 10% off any one meal (B, L, D) at Barclay Bar & Grill* • Luggage handling at hotel *Vouchers cannot be combined

Broadway’s New Romantic Musical

Three-time Grammy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Harry Connick, Jr. plays Dr. Mark Bruckner, a successful psychiatrist consumed with his work and the memory of his deceased wife—until a chance encounter with a new patient opens doors he never imagined existed. Filled with delightful surprises, irresistible songs and the kind of hope only true love can bring, On A Clear Day You Can See Forever is ready to open eyes—and hearts—all over Broadway. This re-imagined Burton Lane/Alan Jay Lerner musical is directed by Tony Award winner Michael Mayer (Spring Awakening), who teams with acclaimed writer Peter Parnell to bring an entrancing, new romantic twist to one of Broadway’s most beautiful scores, which includes “Come Back To Me,” “Too Late Now,” and of course, the hit title song.

Reservation deadlines: April Trip: March 16, 2012 May Trip: April 13, 2012

InterContinental New York Barclay

This legendary hotel, located on East 48th Street just steps from Park Avenue, has been restored to its original 1926 neo-Federal style, following a spectacular multimillion dollar rejuvenation. One of New York’s signature East Side properties, the Barclay is just steps from all Manhattan has to offer. The Barclay Bar & Grill is a local favorite offering American and Continental cuisine as well as a casually elegant bar—perfect for unwinding.

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

Winter 2012

DRIVE YOURSELF weekends The Connecticut River Valley and

Goodspeed Musicals

Mame: Friday, June 29–Sunday, July 1, 2012 Carousel: Friday, August 24–Sunday, August 26, 2012

njoy a delightful New England weekend in the Connecticut River Valley. You set the pace on these drive-yourself weekends while we provide the first-class amenities, including a new Schooner River Sail from the Connecticut River Museum and a fabulous lunch in Chester! Highlighted by Friday evening tickets at one of America’s worldclass musical theatres—The Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam—our weekends include a two-night stay at the Inn at Middletown, just 30 minutes away. Located on Main Street, the historic National Guard Armory has been transformed into an elegant 100-room inn situated at the entrance of renowned Wesleyan University. With charming, colonial-style decor, the Inn has a restaurant, lounge and indoor pool and spa. Main Street, part of the Broad Street Historic District, offers visitors a classic New England experience and contains a variety of shops, restaurants and entertainment. On Saturday, you’ll drive to the quaint town of Chester for lunch at Brushmill by the Waterfall before heading to Essex for an exhilarating sail up-river on a tall-masted schooner.

$349

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

Includes:

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

Reservation deadlines: June Trip: April 20, 2012 August Trip: June 15, 2012

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

Broadway Your Way Personal Service from the Travel Club Concierge

Available from February 1–December 31, 2012 starting at $349 for a one-night package per person double occupancy One and Two Night Packages at the Belvedere Hotel, including: AMTRAK Regional Service from Boston to NY’s Penn Station Top-price theater ticket to a Broadway show Pick your dates and pick up the phone! Call 617-338-1111, ext 3! 16

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

DRIVE YOURSELF weekends

Berkshires Getaway and Tanglewood Concert Friday, July 20–Sunday, July 22, 2012 Friday Night Concert Boston Symphony Orchestra

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

Bernstein and Tchaikovsky

John Williams’ 80th Birthday Celebration

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

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

Mozart and Ravel

Keith Lockhart, Conductor—Gershwin and Friends

The Lawn at Tanglewood

$559

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

Includes:

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

anglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra with the breathtaking Berkshires as a backdrop, is an iconic New England destination and 2012 marks its 75th anniversary. This year you may choose from four weekend getaways and either Boston Symphony or Boston Pops Orchestra performances. And, as has become tradition, we’ve included accommodation at the charming Red Lion Inn in nearby Stockbridge. Another highlight of this getaway is a visit to Berkshire Botanical Garden with its 23 display gardens. The Red Lion Inn will also furnish you with a boxed picnic lunch to enjoy at the Garden.

Reservation deadlines: July 20 & August 3: May 11, 2012 August 17 & 24: June 8, 2012 Red Lion Inn Guestroom

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

Winter 2012

THE BOSTON vs Toronto

Blue Jays

A Spectacular Weekend in Toronto

Friday, June 1–Sunday, June 3, 2012 training is just around the corner S pring and Red Sox Nation is looking forward

to a great season! Welcome aboard Bobby Valentine! The Travel Club’s sports getaways are wildly popular and always sell out. This year, we’ve secured tickets to two games in Toronto and paired them with luxury accommodations at the centrally

vs New York

Yankees

Visit the NEW Stadium

Friday, July 27–Sunday, July 29, 2012 us for a mid-season matchup between J oin baseball’s legendary rivals, the Red Sox

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

vs Baltimore

Orioles Baltimore Weekend

Tuesday, August 14– Thursday, August 16, 2012

ead to the Renaissance city of Baltimore for a night game between the Sox and the Orioles. Camden Yards is a classic, older stadium like Fenway Park with lots of charm. You’ll enjoy a great ballgame from your reserved seats and stay two nights in

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

RED SOX $929

per person double occupancy $839 per person triple occupancy. Call for single reservations. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

located Fairmont Royal York Hotel (the Rogers Centre is easy walking distance from the hotel) and convenient round-trip flights from Logan. There’s an endless array of activities, restaurants and shopping in this cosmopolitan city. You’ll explore quirky neighborhoods, a lively waterfront district and the massive CN Tower.

$799

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

transportation from your hotel to the games. The only thing not included is a hot dog at the stadium. Don’t wait! This ultimate baseball experience will sell out!

$439

per person double occupancy $429 per person triple occupancy; $689 for single reservations; $319 for child reservations (child rates apply for children 7–17 sharing a room with two adults at the twin rate). Deposit $150 pp, $75 of which is non-refundable. Trip cancellation and interruption insurance is $30. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking.

downtown Baltimore’s Inner Harbor area—a few minutes’ walk to the ballpark. You’ll also have an option to join a tour to Annapolis. Enjoy the great American game in a great American city!

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip, non-stop regularly scheduled Porter Airlines flights from Boston to Toronto • Two nights’ accommodations: Fairmont Royal York Hotel, Toronto • Tickets to two games at the Rogers Centre Toronto, outfield box seats • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers

RESERVE BY: March 19, 2012

INCLUDES:

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

RESERVE BY: May 14, 2012

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select Boston area locations • Two nights’ accommodations: Renaissance Inn, Baltimore • Ticket to one game at Camden Yards • Two breakfasts • Driver escorted

RESERVE BY: April 9, 2012

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

Winter 2012

DRIVE YOURSELF weekends

Sebasco Harbor Resort, ME

Boothbay Harbor, ME Friday, June 15–Sunday, June 17, 2012

Friday, May 18–Sunday, May 20, 2012

$349

per person double occupancy $329 per person triple occupancy; $299 per person quad occupancy; $499 for single reservations. Per person deposit is $150.

$269

per person double occupancy $249 per person triple occupancy; $229 per person quad occupancy; $399 for single reservations. Per person deposit is $150.

us for a relaxing spring weekend at uiet coves, rocky shoreline, meandering J oin delightful Sebasco Harbor Resort. Set Q country roads and beautiful lighthouses—

amidst 550 acres of woodland, waterfront gardens and golf course in a delightful harborside village on Casco Bay, Sebasco Harbor Resort is just 150 miles from Boston. During your stay, you’ll enjoy breakfast each morning as well as dinner one evening at the resort. For ultimate relaxation, we’ve included a Resort Certificate so you can indulge at the on-site Fairwinds Spa or the seaside ninehole golf course.

just some of the reasons why we love the Boothbay Harbor region! Pack your comfy clothes, a good book and your camera and head north (180 miles north of Boston) to charming Boothbay Harbor and accommodations at the Rocktide Inn, overlooking the harbor. We’ve included three “uniquely Maine” must-dos designed to give you an authentic taste of this glorious area—a whale watch cruise, admission to Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens and an evening walking tour. After check-out on Sunday you might stop at Kennebunkport or Kittery on your way home.

Includes:

RESERVE BY: April 2, 2012

RESERVE BY: April 23, 2012

• Two nights’ accommodations: Sebasco Harbor Resort, Sebasco Estates, ME • Full breakfast Saturday and Sunday • One dinner at hotel • $60 Sebasco Resort Certificate valid for the Fairwinds Spa or Golf Club, kayak and bike rental, food and beverage • Luggage handling and parking at the resort

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• Two nights’ first-class accommodations: Rocktide Inn, Boothbay Harbor • Full breakfast Saturday and Sunday • One dinner at hotel • Whale Watch Cruise • Admission to Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens • Guided evening Boothbay Harbor Walking Tour • Meet and greet assistance at hotel • Parking at hotel

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

Via Amtrak

old orchard beach, ME Late Summer Getaway Sunday, August 26–Tuesday, August 28, 2012

DRIVE YOURSELF weekend

Ogunquit, ME

Featuring Ogunquit Playhouse Performance and Stonewall Kitchen Cooking Class Friday, September 7–Sunday, September 9, 2012

$229

$299

per person double occupancy

$219 per person triple occupancy; $219 per person quad occupancy; $339 for single reservations. Per person deposit is $150.

$289 per person triple occupancy; $269 per person quad occupancy; $419 for single reservations. Per person deposit is $150.

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

Includes:

RESERVE BY: July 2, 2012

RESERVE BY: July 23, 2012

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

he perfect weekend destination should be picturesque and charming, not too far (or too close) and completely stress-free. Say no more— that’s Ogunquit! Just 75 miles from downtown Boston (only 90 minutes away), Ogunquit is known worldwide as “the best vacation to be had in the Vacation State.” Ogunquit attracts travelers with its one-two punch of world-class scenery (September is perfect for beachcombing), as well as art and culture reflected in its array of galleries, museums and theater. You’ll enjoy a performance (show to be announced) at the famed Ogunquit Playhouse and a “hands-on” cooking class—followed by lunch—at Stonewall Kitchen.

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

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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FINGER LAKES WINE COUNTRY Monday, July 9–Thursday, July 12, 2012 Monday, August 6–Thursday, August 9, 2012

roads, award-winning vineyards, C ountry lakes and charming villages set the scene

for upstate New York’s Finger Lakes region. From your base in Elmira—summer home of Mark Twain—you’ll visit the 52-acre Sonnenberg Gardens estate on Lake Canandaigua, enjoy a memorable lunch at Belhurst Castle (pictured at right) overlooking Lake Seneca and an afternoon cruise. The world-famous Corning Glass Museum offers a live glass blowing show and shopping at eight boutiques. In the Keuka Lake area you’ll visit the Pleasant Valley Wine Company—the first bonded winery in the U.S.—and the Great Western Winery Center for an enjoyable tasting! Before heading home you’ll stop by the study where Twain wrote his most famous works.

Reservation deadlines: July Trip: April 2, 2012 August Trip: April 27, 2012

$629

per person double occupancy $619 per person triple occupancy; $859 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $40. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.

Includes:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select Boston area locations • Three nights’ accommodations: Holiday Inn Riverview, Elmira, NY • Six meals: three breakfasts, one lunch, two dinners • Sightseeing and touring • Services of Tour Manager

Saratoga Springs and Racing Sunday, August 19–Monday, August 20, 2012

getaways are a great way to enjoy Q uicksummer in the northeast and this one-

night escape has it all. After a morning departure you’ll arrive in beautiful Saratoga Springs for some free time before enjoying a guided tour of Haven Oaks Horse Farm. En route to your accommodations in Albany you’ll be treated to a captivating view of Lake George from the top of Prospect Mountain. After breakfast the next day you’ll take a tour of the Albany State Capitol before arriving midday at Saratoga Race Track—one of America’s oldest and grandest courses—to enjoy an afternoon of thoroughbred racing. This getaway is a sure bet!

RESERVE BY: May 11, 2012 22

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$249

per person double occupancy $239 per person triple occupancy; $329 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $20. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $150.

Includes:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select Boston area locations • One nights’ accommodations: Holiday Inn, Albany, NY • Two meals: one breakfast, one dinner • Saratoga Race Track Grandstand Admission, program, hot dog and soda • Sightseeing and touring • Services of Tour Manager

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

THE HAMPTONS

Sunday, September 16–Monday, September 17, 2012

$299

per person double occupancy $289 per person triple occupancy; $369 for single reservations; $249 for child reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $10. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $150.

Includes:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select Boston area locations • One nights’ accommodations: Hyatt Place East End, Riverhead, NY • Two meals: one continental breakfast, one dinner • Sightseeing and touring • Services of Tour Manager

he Hamptons—elegance and country charm combined! This overnight getaway to the eastern tip of Long Island begins with the ferry crossing from New L ondon, CT and a visit to the cozy waterfront village of Greenport. We’ve included a wine tasting at the impressive Raphael’s Estate before arriving at your home for the night—Hyatt Place East End in Riverhead—and dinner at a popul a r l o c a l r e s t a u r a n t . Yo u ’ l l e n j o y a Hamptons tour that explores scenic South and East Hampton and a visit to charming Sag Harbor.

RESERVE BY: June 8, 2012

ADIRONDACK HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL Friday, September 21–Sunday, September 23, 2012

$419

per person double occupancy $409 per person triple occupancy; $549 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $30. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $150.

Includes:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select Boston area locations • Two nights’ accommodations: Fort William Henry Resort, Lake George • Four meals: two breakfasts, two dinners • Sightseeing and touring • Services of Tour Manager

RESERVE BY: June 14, 2012 For detailed day-by-day itineraries of all trips visit www.showofthemonth.com/travel or call 617-338-1111, ext 3.

t’s hot air balloon season across the country! The 40th Annual Adirondack Hot Air Balloon Festival is an unforgettable event, set against the backdrop of beautiful Lake George, an early autumn sky and the first hint of crisp fall air. Rated as one the world’s top 10 balloon festivals, the event hosts more than 100 balloons from around the globe and you’ll witness the early morning mass ascension. Enhancing this colorful weekend are a cruise on Lake George and a train ride along the Hudson River amidst the Adirondack Mountains aboard the Hudson Explorer.

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

Winter 2012

VIRGINIA BEACH

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

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

$799

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

Includes:

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

RESERVE BY: July 6, 2012

America’s Canyonlands Wednesday, September 12–Tuesday, September 18, 2012

egin with the impressive Casa Blanca Resort Casino in Mesquite, toss in three National Parks, a state park, assorted spires, painted pinnacles, jagged peaks, mysterious buttes, forested mountains and dramatic deserts and you’ve got an eye-opening adventure to some of the most wondrous locations in America. You’ll be awed by attractions both natural and man-made—the north rim of the Grand Canyon; the vivid colors of Zion National Park; the red rock formations in Valley of Fire State Park; the sandstone cliffs and sculpted pillars at Bryce Canyon National Park. You may also wish to visit the massive Hoover Dam or join an optional excursion to Las Vegas!

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

Winter 2012

$1,399

per person double occupancy $1,379 per person triple occupancy; $1,649 for single reservations. Add $80 for current air taxes, fees and fuel surcharges. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $90. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.

Includes:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Las Vegas, NV • Six nights’ accommodations: Casa Blanca Resort Casino, Mesquite, NV • Ten meals: six breakfasts, four dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring

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

Quebec City and Montreal Sunday, August 5–Thursday, August 9, 2012

$799

per person double occupancy $789 per person triple occupancy; $1,099 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $50. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

Includes:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select Boston area locations • Four nights’ accommodations: Loews Le Concorde, Quebec City two nights, Fairmont Queen Elizabeth, Montreal two nights • Six meals: four breakfasts, two dinners • Sightseeing and touring • Services of Tour Manager

hat’s in store for you on this five-day summer getaway to Canada’s Quebec province? Beauty, culture and tons of old world charm! Spend two nights in quaint Quebec City where you’ll enjoy breakfasts at a local cafe and the historic Parliament Building and be treated to a narrated tour, including the Old City. En route to Montreal you’ll visit the shrine of Sainte Anne de Beaupre and Montmorency Falls before arriving at your accommodations in the heart of the city and dinner at a popular nearby restaurant. Breakfast with locals at neighborhood restaurants and enjoy a guided tour including Notre Dame Basilica and Mount Royal.

RESERVE BY: April 27, 2012

Montreal Getaway Columbus Day Weekend

Saturday, October 6–Monday, October 8, 2012

$419

per person double occupancy $409 per person triple occupancy; $579 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $30. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $150.

Includes:

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

ne of our favorite getaway destinations! Join us on Columbus Day weekend and experience the ever-chic, ever-cosmopolitan city of Montreal. You’ll enjoy elegant, centrally located accommodations and dinner at Restaurant de Vieux Port in Old Montreal. An included tour features many city highlights, including Old Montreal, Notre Dame Basilica and Mount Royal Park. You may also try your luck at the Casino on an included visit. En route to Boston you’ll have some free time at the Church Street Marketplace in Burlington, VT to have lunch or visit the shops.

RESERVE BY: June 29, 2012

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

Winter 2012

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

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

$779

per person double occupancy $769 per person triple occupancy; $1,029 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $50. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

Includes:

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

RESERVE BY: June 28, 2012

Charleston, Savannah & the Golden Isles Holiday Charm

Saturday, December 8–Friday, December 14, 2012

xperience the South’s legendary charm on this history-rich trip through South Carolina and Georgia! Enjoy the beautiful South decked out for the holiday season.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Charleston and Savannah to Boston • First-class hotel accommodations: three nights Charleston, two nights Savannah, one night Jekyll Island • Eight meals: six breakfasts, two dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring

optionals:

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

$1,649

per person double occupancy $2,149 for single reservations. Add $76 for air taxes and fees. Per person deposit is $600.

Highlights:

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

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

An Iberian CRUISE

Spain, Portugal, Morocco Costa Fortuna Plus Two Nights in Genoa

Monday, September 17–Saturday, September 29, 2012

$2,679*

per person double occupancy in Outside Cabins Category E1

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $375 fuel surcharge Inside Cabin Category I3 $2,519 per person double occupancy. Balcony Cabins Category B3 $3,119 per person double occupancy. * Call for triple and single reservations. Add $125 air taxes and fees and $60 for port charges. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $500.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Genoa, via Rome • Nine nights’ Costa Cruise Lines Costa Fortuna cruise • Two nights’ four-star accommodations: Hotel Moderno Verdi, Genoa • 28 meals: eleven breakfasts, eight lunches, nine dinners • Half-day guided walking tour in Genoa • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel/ port transfers • Services of professional local tour assistant in Genoa

through thousands of years of history C ruise as you journey along the Mediterranean

coast and Iberian Peninsula and experience an exotic mosaic where every port brings history to life—magnificent castles and fortresses, ancient cultures, fine art and architectural treasures. From the widest street in the world, the Avenida da Liberdade, in Lisbon, to the world’s largest mosque, boasting a soaring 700ft high minaret, in Casablanca, you’ll be enchanted by worldclass art treasures, vivid folk life, and a sunny clime. Your floating hotel is the elegant, yet comfortable, Costa Fortuna, reminiscent of the luxurious Italian ocean liners of the past. Combining American-style comforts and a lively design, Costa Fortuna is dazzling, enchanting and fun. You’ll enjoy a head-spinning array of dining and entertainment choices with four restaurants, eleven bars, casino and disco, the sparkling “Rex 1932” Theatre and the exclusive “Club Conte Grande 1927,” with its transparent roof providing a view of the stars.

RESERVE BY: June 1, 2012

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Overnight flight from Boston Arrive Rome, connecting flight to Genoa, embark cruise ship in Savona, depart 5pm At sea Malaga, 12–6pm Casablanca, 7:30am–9:30pm Cadiz, 9am–7pm Lisbon, 9am–7pm At sea Valencia, 12–7pm Barcelona, 8am–1pm Arrive Savona, 9am, Hotel Moderno Verdi, Genoa Hotel Moderno Verdi Return flight to Boston, via Rome

Cruise Highlights:

• Malaga, Spain: heart of the sunny Costa del Sol. • Casablanca, Morocco: Look for the impressive Hassan II Mosque, towering over the coast as you sail into the harbor. • Cadiz, Spain: Saunter beneath sweeping palms and soak up astonishing sea views. • Lisbon, Portugal: Stroll through cobbled streets to view Jeronimo’s Monastery and Belem Tower. • Valencia, Spain: Old-world charm meets modern architectural genius. • Barcelona, Spain: a flamboyant, spirited city with a fascinating history; Art Nouveau décor and architecture.

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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THE AMALFI COAST

Saturday, May 12–Sunday, May 20, 2012 Saturday, September 29–Sunday, October 7, 2012 Saturday, October 6–Sunday, October 14, 2012

$2,174*

per person double occupancy

photo © Fototeca ENIT, photos by Paola Ghirotti

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $375 fuel surcharge

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

to this exclusive stretch of Italian coastline. And, when asked about the area, the adjectives start to flow: picturesque, charming, breathtaking, stunning. We guarantee they weren’t exaggerating—yet why not find out for yourself? Steeped in legend, the Amalfi Coast may have been home to the sirens of Greek mythology, calling to travelers like Homer’s Odysseus to stop and linger. Perhaps it’s the lure of the sirens that entices visitors to this coast, yet perhaps this is simply the Italy that many travelers dream about—50 miles of pure paradise. Your stay is in Maiori, boasting the “widest and nicest beach on the coast.” You’ll be treated to a guided tour of the excavations at Pompeii followed by a winery visit, a full-day visit to the magical isle of Capri and a full-day excursion devoted solely to Sorrento (including lunch) and Amalfi. The next day you’ll travel, via motorboat, to Positano where you’ll have the entire day to explore on your own.

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Includes:

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

FEATURES:

Half-day guided excursion to Pompeii including a winery visit and lunch; full-day guided excursion to Capri including lunch; full-day excursion to Sorrento and Amalfi including lunch; visit to Positano, three days of leisure

“I have traveled extensively on my own. This was the first tour that I Te stim onial have ever taken and was quite apprehensive. To my surprise, it was truly a trip of a lifetime. I am writing to let you know what a wonderful and outstanding group of people you have working for you.”—Kay C. s

Positano

* $2,534 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $125 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

“I enjoyed the Amalfi tour. The hotel and food were superb. The guides were informative and helpful. I recommend this trip to anyone who loves Italy, cooking, gorgeous scenery and history.” —Paul T.

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

the Heart of Northern Italy Como, Milan, Parma, Florence, Lucca Sunday, May 13–Monday, May 21, 2012

Bellagio

$2,714*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $375 fuel surcharge * $3,074 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $125 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

Includes:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Milan and Florence to Boston, via Rome • Seven nights’ three- and four-star accommodations • Buffet breakfast daily • Welcome Dinner with wine in Como • Welcome prosciutto and cheese tasting • Dinner with wine in Parma • Dinner with wine at Il Poggio in Montecarlo • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Excursion to Lake Como and Lugano, guided half-day tour of Milan, guided half-day walking tour of Parma, guided half-day walking tour of Florence, guided half-day walking tour of Lucca

trip planner: Day 1 Days 2–3 Days 4–5 Days 6–8 Day 9

Overnight flight from Boston Hotel Metropole Suisse, Como Hotel Stendhal, Parma Hotel Cellai, Florence Return flight to Boston

y popular demand, The Travel Club has arranged what promises to become a new Italian Classic. Starting in romantic Lake Como—a chic resort for over 2,000 years!— you’ll stay in the city of Como, at the Hotel Metropole Suisse. Its waterfront location on the main square offers a gorgeous view of the lake and the Alps beyond. The lake is spectacular with its 19th century villas, palm trees and flowering promenades edging the deep blue water. You’ll enjoy a lake cruise with a stop in famous Bellagio and a visit to Lugano, Switzerland. Next, after a “highlights” tour of world fashion capital, Milan, you’ll arrive in Parma, the “food capital” of Italy. Its elegant architecture, cobblestone lanes, ancient Roman ruins, galleries, museums and frescoed churches lend a refined and charming atmosphere to this beautiful city. Your hotel is in the heart of its historic center near the Piazza Duomo and the lush Piazzale della Pace. Next is the stunning medieval city of Florence, considered one the world’s most beautiful—the entire city center is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Some of the greatest art treasures in the world are found in its museums, palaces and churches, while some of the best bargains can be had in Florence’s markets and artisans’ shops. Your journey through Northern Italy includes a dinner and wine tasting in quaint Montecarlo, a guided walking tour of wondrous Lucca and wine with dinner in both Como and Parma!

RESERVE BY: February 6, 2012

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

Winter 2012

FLORENCE and ROME Thursday, July 5–Thursday, July 12, 2012

$2,134*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $375 fuel surcharge * $2,454 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $105 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

many of you have asked for an Italian S ince summer holiday, we’ve designed a vacation in

Florence and Rome that includes introductory tours in each city and free time to explore. Start in Florence with a guided walking tour that points out the highlights. A panoramic coach tour in Rome will help you become acquainted with the city’s myriad sites, plus you’ll enjoy a guided walking tour of medieval Siena. Flights alone cost as much as $1,500—this trip is a phenomenal value!

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Florence via Rome, and Rome to Boston • Six nights’ three-star accommodations • Buffet breakfast daily • Guided tours in Florence, Siena, Rome • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers

RESERVE BY: April 2, 2012

FLORENCE GETAWAY

Saturday, November 3–Friday, November 9, 2012 Saturday, November 10–Friday, November 16, 2012

ur popular holidays to Florence are such great value every departure sells out. Once again, we’ve secured an incredibly low airfare from our friends at Alitalia and have paired it with our favorite Florence hotel, the Cellai. When you add transfers, breakfasts and a tour, this is a true travel bargain! We’ve included a half-day walking tour to acquaint you with the city’s most famous sites. Then you’re on your own to explore and absorb the charm of Florence—one of Italy’s most atmospheric and pleasant places. Don’t miss the chance to shop at the antique flea markets in Piazza dei Ciompi or the jewelry shops along the Ponte Vecchio! It’s pure Italy in one of the world’s most beloved cities— and more affordable than you’d ever dreamed. Book now!

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Winter 2012

$1,169*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $440 fuel surcharge * $1,449 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $120 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Florence, via Rome • Five nights’ three-star accommodations: Hotel Cellai • Buffet breakfast daily • Half-day guided walking tour of Florence • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers

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

Romantic venice

Saturday, August 4–Friday, August 10, 2012 $2,134* Tuesday, November 6–Monday, November 12, 2012 $1,429* Tuesday, November 13–Monday, November 19, 2012 $1,429*

Grand Canal, Venice

August Trip:

November Trips:

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $375 fuel surcharge

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $440 fuel surcharge

* Prices are per person double occupancy. $2,584 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $125 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

* Prices are per person double occupancy. $1,759 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $175 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

Includes:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Venice, via Rome • Five nights’ four-star accommodations: Hotel Violino D’Oro • Buffet breakfast daily • Half-day guided walking tour • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers

ccupying 117 islands in the azure waters of the Adriatic, Venice is a watery labyrinth of canals, bridges and the world’s most famous sandbar, the Lido. Enjoy a half-day guided walking tour to acquaint you with this exotic lagoon city. The heart of Venice, Piazza San Marco, looks as perfect as a film set, and the panorama across the water is precisely as Canaletto painted. The Grand Canal is the most beautiful street in Venice, surrounded by opulent architecture and bustling with water-

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

craft! There’s more to Venice than her past glories—follow narrow streets to tiny piazzas, stroll the quayside promenade lined with restaurants and cafés, then stop at Gelateria Nico, the perfect spot to indulge the twin Venetian passions: watching boats and eating gelato!

Reservation deadlines: August 4 Trip: April 30, 2012 November Trips: April 30, 2012

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

Winter 2012

Swiss and Italian Charm Saturday, September 22–Sunday, September 30, 2012

$2,334*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $375 fuel surcharge * $2,654 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $125 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES: Lake Orta

n Northern Italy’s Lombardy province, where the Alps give way to Switzerland, you’ll discover deep water blue lakes, smart resort towns, ancient villages, fortified castles and lush gardens. For the first time, The Travel Club offers this delightful combination of Italian and Swiss charm. In Baveno, a popular resort on Lake Maggiore flanked by cypress trees, dotted with villas and beloved by Winston Churchill and Queen Victoria, you’ll enjoy accommodations directly on the lakefront in a converted 18th-century villa. During excursions to Isola Bella, quiet and secluded Lake Orta and romantic Bellagio on Lake Como, you’ll visit elegant palaces, terraced gardens and cobblestoned medieval squares while wandering along lakeside promenades. You’ll have some time to browse along the famous Via Nassa in Lugano, Switzerland, see the highlights of Milan in a half-day tour and visit Castello Masnago, a castle-cum-art museum featuring architecture from the 12th–15th centuries, amazing frescoes as well as contemporary art. The highlight of this holiday may be the fullday excursion to three jewels of Alpine Switzerland: Ascona, with its charming old town and promenade overlooking Lake Maggiore; Locarno, which boasts the warmest climate in Switzerland, with flourishing palm and lemon trees and a 12th-century castle; and Bellinzona, the “most Italian Swiss town” with picturesque squares and courtyards as well as a trio of castles listed with UNESCO.

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• Round-trip regularly scheduled Air France flights from Boston to Milan, via Paris • Seven nights’ three-star accommodations: Hotel Romagna, Baveno • Fourteen meals: seven buffet breakfasts, seven dinners with wine • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

Highlights:

• Boat trip to Isola Bella and Palazzo Borromeo • Excursion to Lake Orta • Full-day excursion to Lake Como • Full-day excursion to Lugano and Castello Masnago in Varese • Wine tasting and snack at Cantina Bianchi • Half-day tour of Milan • Full-day excursion to Ascona, Locarno and Bellinzona

milan

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

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Jewels of Italy

the Villages of Tuscany and

Sunday, September 23–Monday, October 1, 2012

$2,314*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $375 fuel surcharge * $2,714 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $125 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Florence and Naples to Boston, via Rome • Seven nights’ three-star accommodations • Eleven meals: seven buffet breakfasts, one lunch, three dinners • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local guide during excursions in Sorrento • Services of professional local Tour Manager in Tuscany

trip planner:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–5 Hotel La Meridiana, Anghiari, Tuscany DAYS 6–8 Hotel Zi Teresa, Sorrento DAY 9 Return flight to Boston

FEATURES: Visits to Museo della Battaglia

and Taglieschi, visit to monastery at Hermitage of Montecasale, excursion to San Sepolcro and Monterchi, visit to Busatti textile factory and olive oil factory, full-day guided excursion along the Amalfi Coast with stops in Amalfi and Ravello, full-day guided boat excursion to Capri, visit to Orvieto

“My family has dealt with your company for theater and travel for Te stim onial 30+ years. That history was important to us in terms of finding a reputable company. The trip was well-paced, relaxing and the sites we saw will stay in my memories forever. It was a perfect trip! Magnifico!”—Laura D.

Garden of Augustus in capri

his new destination for The Travel Club pairs one of our favorites—Sorrento —with one on the top of our wish list—the Borghi, Tuscany’s famed medieval villages. The “road less traveled” leads us off the beaten path to the enchanting Borghi, small Tuscan communities which are, for the most part, insulated from tourists. We’ll stay in Anghiari, rated one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. Outside its 12th and 13th century fortified walls, the countryside around Anghiari seems untouched—dotted with monasteries and archaeological sites. Inside, you’ll be charmed by small squares, artisan shops, towers and churches. You’ll enjoy visits to San Sepolcro, birthplace of painter Piero della Francesca and the first pasta factory in Italy; and ancient Monterchi, a hilltown whose name means the Mount of Hercules. A visit to the Hermitage of Montecasale and the famous cathedral in Orvieto, along with stops at a textile factory, ancient oil press and a pasta factory, complete our Tuscan exploration. As the gateway to the Amalfi Coast, Sorrento is a lovely, relaxed resort sitting on a cliff ’s ledge above the Mediterranean. Sorrentine legends mention Greek gods, heroes and mermaids. History reveals that at least one Roman emperor made his home here while countless artists and writers have sought inspiration among its olive and lemon groves. You’ll be inspired with day trips along La Costiera Amalfitana and an excursion to the Isle of Capri.

RESERVE BY: June 15, 2012

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

Winter 2012

LIGURIA, ITALY’S RIVIERA Wednesday, September 26–Thursday, October 4, 2012

Nice

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

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Winter 2012

$2,119*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $440 fuel surcharge * $2,409 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $120 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

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

FEATURES:

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

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

The Tuscan Riviera

Sunday, September 30–Sunday, October 7, 2012

Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, florence

$1,869*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $420 fuel surcharge * $2,159 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $120 air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

Includes:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Pisa, via Rome • Six nights’ three-star accommodations: Hotel Paradiso al Mare, Forte dei Marmi • Twelve meals: six buffet breakfasts, five dinners at hotel restaurant, farewell dinner at restaurant in Lucca • Concert at Basilica di San Giovanni in Lucca • Wine tasting and light lunch at Fattoria Il Poggio • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

Features:

Full-day excursion to Lucca with guided walking tour and Pisa, full-day excursion to Portofino, full-day excursion to Carrara and Pietrasanta, full-day excursion to Florence with guided walking tour

hile many of us are more familiar with the French Riviera, lesser known yet equally exquisite is the Tuscan Riviera. This charming Travel Club holiday pairs the highlights of beautiful Tuscany with accommodations in Forte dei Marmi, an exclusive beach resort. A port for marble quarried in Carrara in Roman times, its wide sandy beach and the dramatic backdrop of the Alpi Apuane lured the Fiat tycoons in the 1920s and today it can be called the “East Hampton of Italy.” The family-owned Hotel Paradiso al Mare is just one hundred yards from the beach and has a lovely large garden with swimming pool.There are certain places not to be missed when in Tuscany and we’ve included medieval Lucca and stunning Pisa; in exclusive Portofino you’ll visit Castello Brown and delight in its gardens and breathtaking views; your day in Florence includes a walking tour and free time to explore. In Carrara you’ll vist the quarry Michelangelo favored for his marble and see artists’ studios in Pietrasanta.

Reserve by: June 22, 2012

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

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

Winter 2012

Lake Como and Venice Thursday, October 4–Friday, October 12, 2012

Lake Como

his new holiday from The Travel Club combines two magical yet very different destinations from the top of our travel “short list.” Percy Shelley said “This lake exceeds anything I ever beheld in beauty.” And it’s no surprise that Lake Como is called the beauty queen of the Italian Lakes with its sapphire-colored water backed by the snow-capped peaks of the Alps. This palm-lined lake boasts an unlikely Mediterranean climate that has nurtured the spectacular gardens lining its shores. From our accommodations in the old Roman town of Como at the heart of the city directly on the waterfront, we’ll be treated to excursions to Bellagio—often named the most beautiful town in Italy—and Lugano, Switzerland— cosmopolitan, yet with the cachet of a small town. Truman Capote said “Venice is like eating an entire box of chocolate liqueurs in one go.” Timeless and utterly unique, Venice is a 1,500 year-old fairy-tale floating city of piazzas, palazzos and basilicas. Breathtaking art fills its museums and churches, and glorious Renaissance facades line its myriad canals. We’ll enjoy a guided walking tour of Piazza San Marco and an excursion to the lagoon islands of Murano (known for Venetian glass), Burano (known for exquisite lace) and Torcello—with its magnificent ByzantineItalian cathedral dating back to 639 A.D. We’ll still have time to enjoy one of the most important pursuits when in Venice—exploring the thousands of small courtyards, alleyways and bridges that amplify its haunting charm.

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Winter 2012

$2,559*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $440 fuel surcharge * $3,154 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $125 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

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

FEATURES:

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

trip planner:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–4 Hotel Metropole Suisse, Como DAYS 5–8 Hotel Anastasia, Venice DAY 9 Return flight to Boston

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

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

Ischia

$2,279*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $440 fuel surcharge * $2,615 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $120 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

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

FEATURES:

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

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

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

Reserve by: June 29, 2012 trip planner:

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

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

Winter 2012

umbria

Monday, October 8–Tuesday, October 16, 2012

$2,099*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $440 fuel surcharge * $2,399 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $85 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

todi

mbria, perhaps from the Italian “ombra” or shadow, has been overshadowed by its more famous neighbor, Tuscany. Yet Umbria is just as interesting and breathtaking—and often less crowded. In Spello, “the jewel of Umbria,” our hotel is a restored 18th-century building with medieval origins and is a perfect reflection of the city, offering splendid views and a traditional atmosphere. Trevi, Montefalco and Bevagna boast 12th-century churches, Renaissance monuments and Roman origins, as well as the famous Sagrantino of Montefalco wine—and we’ve included a visit to Caprai Estate for a taste of the local grape as well as local specialties. Following a delicious extra-virgin olive oil tasting, you’ll visit Foligno and the 1,000-yearold Benedictine Abbey at Sassovivo. Deruta, with its traditional pottery industry dating back a thousand years, and Todi, first inhabited in 2700 B.C., are charming, old world Italian towns with much to discover in their piazzas and lanes. We’re excited to offer an excursion to vibrant Perugia with its bustling medieval center filled with monuments, cafes and chocolate makers. A highlight is the chocolate historical museum, followed by a visit to a chocolate producer and tasting. As the week winds down you’ll travel to Tuscany and one of the most famous of the old hill towns—Cortona—beautifully depicted in Under the Tuscan Sun. Cortona has it all—art, culture, Roman history, Renaissance architecture and fabulous views from its medieval walls. With rolling hills, lush chestnut groves, ancient hill towns and Roman history, Umbria is indeed the heart of Italy.

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

FEATURES:

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

perugia

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

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CLASSIC TUSCANY

$2,049*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $440 fuel surcharge * $2,325 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $120 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

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

Reserve by: April 30, 2012 “This was our first trip with the Club and we had a fabulous time. Te stim onial We wouldn’t have known the places to visit if we had gone on our own to Tuscany. The selection was perfect. Looking forward to another trip.”—Anne Marie C. s

tuscan countryside

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

FEATURES:

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

Cinque Terre

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

Winter 2012

Sicily and Rome

Friday, October 26–Saturday, November 3, 2012

Greek Amphitheater, taormina

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

Reserve by: July 18, 2012 trip planner: DAY 1 DAYS 2–3 DAYS 4–6 DAYS 7–8 DAY 9

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

$2,289*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $440 fuel surcharge * $2,619 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $120 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

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

FEATURES:

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

Also Available

Taormina: Sicily’s resort Saturday, May 5–Saturday, May 12, 2012

$2,114 pp/do includes round-trip air and $375 fuel surcharge

Add $125 air taxes and fees • Six nights • Twelve meals • Tour Manager Call to reserve. 40

Winter 2012

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

Roman Holiday

Saturday, November 3–Friday, November 9, 2012 Saturday, November 10–Friday, November 16, 2012

$1,299*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $440 fuel surcharge * $1,579 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $85 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

Includes:

• Round-trip, non-stop, regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Rome • Five nights’ three-star accommodations: Hotel Milani • American buffet breakfast daily • Half-day guided panoramic motorcoach tour • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers

ore has been written about Rome than just about any other city in the world. Now it’s your turn to add a chapter! Our five-night getaways are perfect for independent exploration and always sell out! We’ve secured a special airfare from Alitalia, and added a well-located hotel, daily breakfasts, transfers, and a panoramic coach tour. This is certainly one of the best values in travel today. Walk the Corso, explore the Colosseum, marvel at the Vatican and live like the Romans do—enjoying leisurely lunches at a small trattoria or smart ristorante. Rome is magnificent and, at this price, you can’t afford to stay home!

Reserve by: April 30, 2012

Barcelona and Rome

Sunday, November 4–Sunday, November 11, 2012

$1,569*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $440 fuel surcharge * $1,945 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $115 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

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

cosmopolitan, historic, stunning— C hic, the iconic cities of Barcelona and Rome

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

Reserve by: July 27, 2012

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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Basilicata and Calabria Southern Italy Saturday, November 10–Sunday, November 18, 2012

$2,199*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $440 fuel surcharge * $2,479 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $120 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

Reggio Calabria

asilicata and Calabria are two of the most interesting, unusual and memorable regions in Italy. Seldom-visited by American travelers, these southern beauties offer mountainous terrain, picturesque towns, warm people and, no surprise, terrific food! Your stay begins in Matera, the town famous for its extensive cave-dwellings, the sassi. (Matera was one of the locations for Mel Gibson’s film The Passion of the Christ.) In 1993, Matera was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site for being “the most outstanding, intact example of a troglodyte settlement in the Mediterranean region.” After three days exploring Basilicata, you’re off to dreamy Amantea, a seaside gem in ancient Calabria. Each day features visits to nearby towns, including a guided tour of medieval Fiumefreddo Bruzio, one of the most beautiful towns in all of Italy. This whirlwind adventure ends with two nights in Reggio Calabria, home to the famous “Bronzi di Riaci” (the Greek bronzes cast in 460–430 BCE currently housed by the Museum Nazionale della Magna Grecia) and includes a stop in chic Tropea.

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• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Bari and Reggio Calabria to Boston, via Rome • Seven nights’ three and four-star accommodations • Buffet breakfast daily • Welcome dinner at local restaurant in Matera • Farewell dinner at hotel restaurant in Reggio Calabria • Calabria farmhouse brunch • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Guided visit of the Sassi (prehistoric cave dwellings), visit to Castelmezzano and Pietrapertosa, guided tour of Fiumefreddo Bruzio, visit to Tropea, visit National Museum and the “Bronzi di Riace”

trip planner: Day 1 Days 2–4 Days 5–6 Days 7–8 Day 9

Overnight flight from Boston Albergo Italia, Matera Hotel la Tonnara, Amantea Hotel Palace, Reggio Calabria Return flight to Boston

Matera

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

Cooking in Tuscany Hands-On Cooking Lessons and Holiday Shopping in Lucca

Saturday, November 10–Sunday, November 18, 2012

$1,875*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $440 fuel surcharge * $2,199 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $120 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

Includes:

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

stim onial

“Very nice group of people on this tour. Traveling off-season is a good way to avoid crowds.”—Mary D.

storefront in tuscany

Lucca

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

RESERVE BY: August 2, 2012

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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London

Saturday, September 22–Friday, September 28, 2012

oasting four World Heritage Sites—the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Maritime Greenwich, Kew Royal Botanic Gardens—over two hundred freeadmission 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 exciting and eminently walkable city awaits both the first-time visitor and seasoned travelers who just can’t stay away! This independent program—perfect for London—lets you decide what you must see, yet we’ve also arranged a group of popular optional tours from which to choose. And, since 2012 marks the first time since 1948 that London has hosted the summer Olympic Games—not to mention the recent Royal Wedding—the city will sparkle like the Crown Jewels in the Tower!

RESERVE BY: March 23, 2012

$1,939*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and fuel surcharge * $2,249 for single reservations. Add $175 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $500.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to London • Five nights’ four-star accommodations: Park Plaza County Hall (or similar) • Buffet breakfast daily • Round-trip, airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

Optionals:

City Sightseeing half day, Windsor Castle half day, Stonehenge & Bath full day, St. Paul’s & Westminster Abbey half day, Stratford & the Cotswolds full day, London Eye & Pub Dinner half day

Discover Scotland

Edinburgh, The Highlands and Glasgow Thursday, October 4–Saturday, October 13, 2012

illiam 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, whiskey and haggis—all originate from a country of unimaginable beauty with a turbulent history—Scotland. Start in medieval yet cosmopolitan Edinburgh, visit the Scottish Highlands where you won’t resist scanning the surface of the loch for Nessie, and visit Glasgow, the U.K. City of Architecture and Design. An array of optional tours allows you to choose between heart-wrenching Culloden Moor, stunning Eilean Donan Castle and St. Andrews, the birthplace of golf as well as a two-day post-tour stay in Glasgow.

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$2,549*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and fuel surcharge * $2,849 for single reservations. Add $185 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $500.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Edinburgh and Glasgow to Boston • Eight nights’ four-star accommodations: Edinburgh (three nights), Inverness (two nights), The Highlands (two nights), Glasgow (one night) • Twelve meals: eight breakfasts, four dinners • Round-trip, airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional Tour Director

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

London, Paris and Rome

During Christmas and New Year’s A Fantastic Family Getaway Sunday, December 23, 2012–Wednesday, January 2, 2013

London

$3,459*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and fuel surcharge * $3,994 for single reservations. Add $114 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $500.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to London and Rome to Boston • Nine nights’ accommodations • High-speed train from London to Paris • Flight from Paris to Rome • Eleven meals: eight breakfasts, three dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip, airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional multilingual Tour Director

FEATURES:

London panoramic sightseeing tour, Paris panoramic sightseeing tour, guided tour of Rome including the Colosseum. OPTIONALS: London—Windsor Castle Tour, St. Paul’s and Westminster Abbey tour, London Eye and Pub Dinner, Paris—Versailles excursion, Montmartre excursion, Evening in Paris with dinner and Seine cruise, Rome—Vatican City excursion, Catacombs and St. Paul’s excursion, Dinner with Tenors; ROME 2n post-tour extension

reat the family (and yourself ) to nine days of culture and fun in three of our favorite cities during a spectacular time of year! Sure to be the trip of a lifetime, you’ll enjoy London, Paris and Rome without the usual crowds. Guided tours in each city get you acquainted with enough free time to make your own unique memories. London is an extremely walkable city and its rich history is all around you. Explore Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and the infamous Tower of London. Pop into a pub for a bite and a half-lager, and be sure to visit the London Eye for a breathtaking view of the city. After a three hour, highspeed train ride you’ll arrive in charming Paris, City of Light, the city of love. Bundle your family onto the Metro and head for Montmartre, the Louvre and even a Seine cruise. Find a cafe to call your own and indulge in hot chocolate and croissant. A quick flight brings you the Eternal City of Rome. Your guide will lead you on a path once taken by Caesar himself. Visit the Colosseum and the ruins of the Roman Forum and enjoy Italy’s delicious cuisine and live opera music. With so much to experience, this once-in-a-lifetime trip will leave you wanting to return.

RESERVE BY: April 23, 2012

trip planner: Day 1 Days 2–4

Overnight flight from Boston Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London Days 5–7 Mercure Paris Montmartre, Paris Days 8–10 Mercure Piazza Bologna, Rome Day 11 Return flight to Boston

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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YOUR WEEK in PARIS

Thursday, November 8–Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Notre Dame Cathedral

hether it’s your first trip to Paris or your twenty-first, this Travel Club classic remains one of the best values in travel today! For this getaway we’ve chosen accommodations in Paris’ eclectic 9th arrondissement on the Right Bank, a stately area well-known for its BelleEpoque department stores and elegant shopping galleries. Called the Grands Boulevards shopping area, this affluent neighborhood located near the Palais Garnier Opera House (in fact, the 9th arrondissement is often called Opéra) is the perfect spot for strolling and window-shopping some of the best boutiques and department stores in Paris. Galeries-Lafayette and Printemps—two of Paris’s largest department stores—also offer fantastic views of Paris from their roof-top terraces. Nearby are numerous Metro stops, the Place Vendome and Place de la Madeleine while the champs-Elysees, Louvre Tuileries Gardens and Rue de Rivoli are about a fifteen minutes’ walk. The area surrounding the hotel is also full of restaurants, shops and bakeries. Although you probably know exactly what you want to see and do, here’s some of our suggestions: The Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral, Musée d’Orsay, The Sorbonne and the Latin Quarter, Arc de Triomphe and the Champs-Elysées, Sacre Coeur and Montmartre, Père Lachaise Cemetery and a boat tour on the Seine River.

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$1,579*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $440 fuel surcharge * $1,499 per person triple occupancy; $1,969 for single reservations. Add $125 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip, non-stop, regularly scheduled Air France flights from Boston to Paris • Five nights’ superior three-star accommodations: Hotel Saint Petersbourg Opera • Continental breakfast daily • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers

louvre pyramid

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

paris and Nice

Sunday, September 23–Monday, October 1, 2012

$2,345*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $440 fuel surcharge * $2,989 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $195 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

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

us this fall for a bit of “joie de vivre” J oin on a French adventure that pairs the City

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

RESERVE BY: June 15, 2012 For detailed day-by-day itineraries of all trips visit www.showofthemonth.com/travel or call 617-338-1111, ext 3.

paris and Rome

Thursday, October 18–Thursday, October 25, 2012

$1,899*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $440 fuel surcharge * $2,435 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $140 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

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

“P

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

RESERVE BY: July 10, 2012

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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Portuguese Riviera

Wednesday, September 19–Wednesday, September 26, 2012

$1,969*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $370 fuel surcharge * $2,349 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $130 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

National Palace of Sintra

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

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

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

FEATURES:

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

Pena Palace in Sintra

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

THE AZORES

The Island of Sao Miguel Tuesday, October 9–Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Sete Cidades

$1,969*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $220 fuel surcharge * $2,219 for single reservations. Add $89 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $110. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $400.

INCLUDES:

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

Highlights:

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

first time, The Travel Club heads to F orthetheexotic Azores. With breathtaking vol-

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

RESERVE BY: May 4, 2012

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

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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Getaway to Iceland Sunday, September 30–Friday, October 5, 2012

Blue Lagoon

op a quick flight—the shortest to any European destination—and you’re there! We’ve included the “musts” in this mini-getaway: a Reykjavik city tour of the colorful, historic center and shopping districts. A full-day “Golden Circle” excursion brings you to the famous trio of sites: the rainbow misted waterfall Gullfoss; Geysir with its spouting geysers and hot springs; and Thingvellir, a renowned beauty spot set amidst lava fields and deep ravines. Along the stunning South Coast you’ll explore charming villages and view Solheimajokull Glacier. Top off your stay with a relaxing and rejuvenating visit to the Blue Lagoon before you return to the airport. Don’t miss this wonderfullypriced opportunity to visit one of Europe’s most unique and captivating cities.

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$1,443*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $244 fuel surcharge * $1,743 for single reservations. Add $104 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation and travel insurance is $90. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Passport required. Per person deposit is $400.

Includes:

• Round-trip, non-stop regularly scheduled Icelandair flights from Boston to Reykjavik • Four nights’ superior three-star accommodations: Center Hotel Plaza, Reykjavik • Breakfast daily • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of local tour host

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

Highlights of Romania and Bulgaria Saturday, September 29–Wednesday, October 10, 2012

$2,929*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and $440 fuel surcharge * $3,399 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Add $135 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Lufthansa Airlines flights from Boston to Bucharest, via Frankfurt; and Sofia to Boston, via Munich • Ten nights’ four and five-star accommodations • Sixteen meals: ten buffet breakfasts, six dinners • Wine tasting • Folklore performance and dinner show • Escorted round-trip, private airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Guided tour of Bucharest, travel across Transylvania, horse-drawn carriage ride, dinner with local family at country inn, tour of Sibiu, tour Brasov and Bran Castle (possibly occupied by Vlad Dracula), visit Peles Castle, visit Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria’s ancient capital), wine tasting at Lyaskovets winery, visit Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, cross the Balkan Mountains through Shipka Pass, tour the Old Town of Polvdiv, full-day sightseeing of Sofia

RESERVE BY: June 21, 2012 Highlights:

UNESCO World Heritage Sites: • Saxon fortified church in Biertan • Fortified town of Sighisoara—legendary birthplace of Vlad Dracula a.k.a. Vlad the Impaler • Rock-hewn churches of Ivanovo • Ancient Thracian Tomb in Kazanlak • 10th-century Rila Monastery • Boyana Church

with The Travel Club to Romania and J ourney Bulgaria in Eastern Europe and discover fan-

tastic mountain scenery, diverse cultures and enchanting villages as well as five UNESCO World Heritage Sites. We’ll begin in Bucharest, Romania before traveling across romantic and mysterious Transylvania—home to fortified churches and centuries-old houses. Sibiu still retains the grandeur of the wealthy Saxon town it was in the 12th century with lovely squares and architecture. Visit the exquisite medieval town of Sighisoara—“a perfectly intact 15th century gem”—and the birthplace of Vlad Dracula, also known as Vlad Tepes who inspired Bram Stoker’s Dracula. We’ll be captivated by the fairy-tale town of Brasov; resplendent with gothic, baroque and Renaissance architecture, before we visit mysterious Bran Castle. Perched atop a 200-foot-high rock, Bran Castle’s imposing towers and turrets are reputed to once be the home of Dracula. Before we depart Romania we’ll visit Peles Castle, considered to be the most stunning castle in Europe, and the unique Churches of Ivanovo, hewn of solid rock and adorned with preserved medieval frescoes. Explore Veliko Tarnovo—home to Tsarevets, the fortified complex of Bulgaria’s 13th century tsars before we enjoy a wine tasting at Liaskovets Winery. We’ll cross the Balkan Mountains through famous and scenic Shipka Pass, visit the ancient Thracian Tomb and tour attractive and vibrant Plovdiv. Before arriving in Sofia we’ll visit the 10th century Rila Monastery and admire its distinctive Ottoman style and, later, enjoy dinner with a folklore performance and ancient Nestinari (fire dancing) show.

trip planner: Day 1 Days 2–3 Day 4 Days 5–6 Days 7–8

Overnight flight from Boston Novotel, Bucharest Hotel Roberts, Sibiu Hotel Ambient, Brasov Grand Hotel Yantra, Veliko Tarnovo Day 9 Novotel, Polvdiv Days 10–11 Grand Hotel Sofia, Sofia Day 12 Return flight to Boston

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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Discover Croatia and Slovenia

Thursday, November 1–Monday, November 12, 2012

$3,039*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and fuel surcharge * $3,534 for single reservations. Add $155 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $500.

INCLUDES:

Plitvice Lakes, Zagreb

“I

t’s official: Croatia is hot,” says Rick Steves. Voted Top Destination in the World in 2005 by Lonely Planet and in 2006 by National Geographic Adventure, Croatia is one of Europe’s hidden jewels with five thousand years of history, 1,100 miles of stunning Adriatic Sea coastline and mouth-watering seafood. Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” is a walled, medieval city whose romantic Old Town is a traffic-free jumble of cobbled lanes. In bustling, vibrant Split, the abandoned palace of the Roman emperor Diocletian, built in 300 A.D., gave the city its medieval beginning and Split’s old-town square stands where the palace courtyard once stood. Narrow alleys offer both fashionable boutiques and galleries. Plitvice Lakes, one of Europe’s most beautiful national parks, was granted UNESCO World Heritage status in 1979. Sixteen terraced lakes—separated by natural limestone dams and connected by countless waterfalls—are set in a lush mountainous forest. Neighboring Slovenia (along with Croatia) is known as one of Europe’s most pleasant destinations. Capital city Ljubljana boasts a Baroque Old Town, Art Nouveau mansions and cliffside castles. 52

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• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Dubrovnik and Ljubljana to Boston • Ten nights three- and four-star accommodations • Thirteen meals: nine breakfasts, four dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip, airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional multilingual Tour Director

FEATURES:

Tours of Dubrovnik, Split, Zadar, Plitvice Lakes, Zagreb, walking tour of Ljubljana, wine tasting. OPTIONALS: Dubrovnik—Dubrovnik Evening with Dinner, Montenegro full day, Split—Mostar & Herzegovina full day; LAKE BLED, SLOVENIA 3n post-tour extension: $649 pp/dp

trip planner:

Day 1 Overnight flight from Boston Days 2–4 Hotel Tirena, Dubrovnik Days 5–7 Hotel President, Split region Days 8–9 Hotel Jezero, Plitvice Days 10–11 M Hotel, Ljubljana Day 12 Return flight to Boston

RESERVE BY: March 23, 2012

Dubrovnik, Croatia

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

Cambodia, Angkor Wat and Vietnam Treasures of Southeast Asia Saturday, January 26–Saturday, February 9, 2013

Ho Chi Minh City

$4,054*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and fuel surcharge * $4,864 for single reservations. Add $100 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport, Vietnam visa and Cambodia visa required. Per person deposit is $500.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Bangkok and Hanoi to Boston • All internal flights • Eleven nights’ accommodations • One night Ha Long Bay cruise • 22 meals: twelve breakfasts, three lunches, seven dinners • Round-trip, airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional bilingual Tour Director

FEATURES:

Angkor Wat with sunset, Banteay Srei and Banteay Samre temples, Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm temple ruins, Tonle Sap lake cruise, Ho Chi Minh City tour, Hoi An local market, Vietnamese cuisine cooking class and lunch, Hoi An tour, Hai Van Pass and South China Sea, Heu tour, Perfume River tour, Thien Mu Pagoda and Imperial City, Hanoi tour Ho Chi Minh Museum, One Pillar Pagoda, one night Ha Long Bay cruise. OPTIONALS: Ho Chi Minh City—Mekong Delta Cruise, Hoi An—Cu Chi Tunnels, Hanoi—Tu Duc & Khai Dinh Tombs; Bangkok 2n post-tour extension

o d m o r n i n g, V i e t n a m ! ” An d “G oCambodia! Discover the fascinating

culture, landscapes, cuisine and people of Vietnam, as well as Cambodia’s “eighth wonder of the world”—the magnificent 12th-century Angkor Wat—on this exotic adventure! Begin in Cambodia, a picturesque portrait of paddy fields, dense hardwood forests, river deltas and pretty rural villages. Here you’ll explore the sprawling ruins of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Angkor Wat—the largest temple complex in the world. Depart Cambodia for Vietnam and the vibrant metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), a city both traditional and modern. In peaceful Hoi An—full of shops selling artwork— you’ll visit the local market, participate in a cooking class and reap your rewards at lunch. You’ll see the South China Sea on your way to historic Hue, one of Vietnam’s most popular destinations with its 19thcentury ruins and royal tombs. In Hanoi you’ll be charmed by lakes, shaded avenues and French Colonial architecture. As your journey comes to an end you’ll transfer to Ha Long Bay, a World Natural Heritage Site, reputed to be one of the most beautiful places on earth. Here you’ll board an overnight cruise of the turquoise waters lined by caves, cliffs and grottoes.

RESERVE BY: April 23, 2012 After deadline, call for availability.

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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BEIJING

Wednesday, October 31–Thursday, November 8, 2012

$2,379*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and fuel surcharge * $2,359 per person triple occupancy; $2,729 for single reservations. Add $100 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $175. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport and visa required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Beijing • Seven nights’ first-class accommodations: Qianmen Jianguo Hotel, Beijing • Seventeen meals: nine breakfasts, four lunches, four dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring

FEATURES: The great Wall

eijing boasts a remarkable mix of history and culture, and over the course of your stay you’ll experience the best of what this city has to offer. Pause and reflect at Tiananmen Square and the exquisite Forbidden City, the imperial palace for the 15th-century Ming and Qing Dynasties and now the home to the Palace Museum; walk along a stretch of the 3,700-mile long Great Wall of China; travel through the Valley of the Ming Tombs; and stroll through the Summer Palace, recognized as one of the world’s top classical gardens. You’ll also experience modern life in Beijing with a visit to the Beijing Zoo and a world-famous Peking Opera production, tour the city by rickshaw and share lunch with a local family! With ample opportunity to explore at your leisure, you’ll see how this world-class city warmly welcomes visitors from around the globe. This is an experience not to be missed!

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The Summer Palace, Beijing Zoo, Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Peking Opera, The Great Wall, Valley of the Ming Tombs, Temple of Heaven. OPTIONALS: Evening Acrobatic Show, Jingshong Cooking School, Lama Temple and Beihai Park, Xian & Terra-Cotta Warriors Museum; HONG KONG 2n post-tour extension: $1,049 pp/do

Terra-Cotta Warriors

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IRELAND’S COASTAL TREASURES Saturday, November 3–Sunday, November 11, 2012

Dublin

$2,579*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and fuel surcharge * $2,549 per person triple occupancy; $2,869 for single reservations. Single and triple reservations for this tour are limited. Add $100 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $220. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport and visa required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Dublin • Seven nights’ first-class accommodations • Eleven meals: seven breakfasts, four dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring

FEATURES:

Dublin tour, Curragh region, Irish National Stud, Rock of Cashel, Cork, Kinsale, Cobh, Old Midleton Distillery, Limerick tour, Bunratty Castle, Irish family farm, Galway, Connemara, Killary Harbour, ruins of Clonmacnoise, traditional Irish night. OPTIONALS: Dublin—Pub Lunch and The Guinness Storehouse, Galway—Dunguaire Castle Banquet

RESERVE BY: May 28, 2012

enchanting, hospitable and gorC harming, geous—discover Ireland’s glorious natural

beauty, rich history and fun-loving people. Begin in dynamic Dublin on the east coast—the city that gave us Oscar Wilde, Guinness Stout and U2—and enjoy its well-deserved reputation for “craic”—a general good-time atmosphere. In the beautiful Curragh region, we’ll visit the Irish National Stud in this land of horse breeding and training, before stopping to admire the historic Rock of Cashel. We’ll stay two nights in a lovely waterfront hotel in the charming southern fishing town of Kinsale and enjoy a visit to the Old Midleton Distillery, producer of Jameson’s whiskey. En route to Galway (in the west) we’ll visit King John’s Castle, Bunratty Castle and Folk Park and Rathbaun Farm. Explore Connemara, Ireland’s “wild west”—a scenic region of rugged beauty—with a visit to a marble workshop, Kylemore Abbey and a cruise on Killary Harbour. As we return to Dublin, we’ll stop at the stirring ruins of Clonmacnoise and visit Sean’s Pub, perhaps the oldest pub in Europe, before we cap off our week with a fun-filled traditional Irish Night and farewell dinner.

trip planner: DAY 1 DAYs 2–3 DAYS 4–5 DAYs 6–7 DAY 8

Overnight flight from Boston Burlington Hotel, Dublin Trident Hotel, Kinsale Hotel Meyrick, Galway Citywest Hotel, Dublin

DAY 9

Return flight to Boston

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the CLASSIC CHRISTMAS MARKETS of EUROPE

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

Innsbruck

Innsbruck Christmas Market

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

trip planner: DAY 1 DAYS 2–4 DAYS 5–6 DAYs 7–8 DAY 9

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

*or similar

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$2,479*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and fuel surcharge * $2,449 per person triple occupancy; $2,669 for single reservations. Single reservations for this tour are limited. Add $150 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $220. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Munich and Zurich to Boston • Seven nights’ first-class accommodations • Eleven meals: seven breakfasts, four dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring

FEATURES:

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

RESERVE BY: June 25, 2012 For detailed day-by-day itineraries of all trips visit www.showofthemonth.com/travel or call 617-338-1111, ext 3.

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

CHRISTMAStime Cruise on the DANUBE Thursday, December 6–Friday, December 14, 2012

$2,659*

per person double occupancy in Lower Outside Cabin Middle Outside Cabin Upgrade $2,859 per person double occupancy. Upper Outside Cabin Upgrade $3,019 per person double occupancy.

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and fuel surcharge * Triple and single reservations are unavailable on this tour. Add $200 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $305. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Vienna and Frankfurt to Boston • Six-night Danube River Cruise: MS Amadeus Royal • One night’s first-class accommodations: Novotel Wurzburg, Wurzburg • Nineteen meals: seven breakfasts, five lunches, seven dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel/port transfers • Sightseeing and touring

FEATURES:

Vienna tour with Christmas Market, Wachau Valley, Emmersdorf, Passau tour with Christmas Market, Regensburg tour, Nuremberg tour and Christmas Market, Rothenburg, Wurzburg tour. OPTIONALS: Vienna—Schönbrunn Palace & Christmas Markets, Vienna by Night & Christmas Markets. Cruise—Wachau Valley with Melk Abbey

Nuremberg

egin your holiday season with a relaxing yet festive cruise along the scenic Danube River, exploring historic sites and enjoying the magical atmosphere of some of Europe’s traditional Christmas Markets—all from your comfortable floating hotel. From elegantly baroque Vienna—home to the Hapsburgs, the music of Mozart and Strauss and mouth-watering pastries—you set sail through the remarkable Wachau Valley whose picturesque landscape is awash with fairy-tale castles and small towns. In 2,000-year-old Passau you’ll thread through quaint cobblestone streets to the charming Christmas Market. The preserved medieval city of Regensburg welcomes you with lovely lights and decorations and astonishing views from its ancient bridge. Historic Nuremberg is picturesque with 900-year-old ramparts surrounding the city and Imperial Castle and Germany’s most famous Christmas Market. The sights, sounds and tastes of Europe during the holidays make this a unique and unforgettable experience as you relax in the lounge, sip cognac and watch the world go by.

RESERVE BY: April 2, 2012 Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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CANADA’S WINTER WONDERLAND

Featuring the Chateau Lake Louise and Banff Springs Hotel Saturday, December 8–Friday, December 14, 2012

$2,979*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and fuel surcharge

Lake Louise

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

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* $2,949 per person triple occupancy; $3,469 for single reservations. Single reservations for this tour are limited. Add $100 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $165. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Edmonton, AB and Calgary, AB to Boston • Six nights’ first-class accommodations • Nine meals: six breakfasts, three dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring

trip planner: DAY 1

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

FEATURES:

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

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the Flavors of Thailand Friday, February 15–Thursday, February 28, 2013

$3,779*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and fuel surcharge * $3,749 per person triple occupancy; $4,119 for single reservations. Add $100 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $220. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

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

trip planner:

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

FEATURES:

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

RESERVE BY: September 10, 2012

Royal Palace, Bangkok

“T

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

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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CLASSIC SPAIN

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

$2,979*

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare and fuel surcharge * $2,949 per person triple occupancy; $3,519 for single reservations. Single reservations for this tour are limited. Add $150 for air taxes and fees. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $220. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300. Parc guell, Barcelona

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

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Madrid and Barcelona to Boston • Nine nights’ first-class accommodations • Fifteen meals: nine breakfasts, one lunch, five dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring

trip planner:

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

FEATURES:

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

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

welcome to the new

Travel Club Select

Our members have always appreciated that Travel Club trips are planned with an eye to value and economy without sacrificing convenience, comfort and security. Our fabulous reviews testify to the success of our efforts to guarantee a first-class experience at a budget price! Nevertheless, many of you have expressed interest in longer trips to more exotic destinations with even more ambitious itineraries—and a choice of departure dates! So, we conducted a search to find the perfect travel partner— a company with a stellar reputation which could design the kinds of longer, more structured travel experiences that some of you have requested. That company is Collette Vacations. Now you can enjoy the friendly, personal service offered by The Travel Club and plan a trip to, say, The Galapagos Islands! On the following pages, you’ll find a collection of handpicked destinations as diverse as New Zealand and Thailand—or as close to home as The National Parks of America. They may be a bit more expensive and require more of your time than most of our trips, yet what they have in common is that they all are among the absolute best travel experiences available anywhere. We’re very excited about this new collaboration with Collette and look forward to talking with each of you about these new travel opportunities. Happy travels!

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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Extraordinary adventures hand Each program offers multiple departures in 2012, so prices listed are LAND ONLY, per person, double occupancy. Israel: A Journey to the Holy Land

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Cruising the Yangtze River

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Exploring New Zealand

17 nights, 28 meals

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Journey to the South Pacific

20 nights, 31 meals

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The Galapagos Islands & Machu Picchu

15 nights, 33 meals

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Patagonia: The Marvels of Argentina & Chile

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Hawaiian Adventure

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Californiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wine Country

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The Heart of Texas

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Colors of Provence

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Tel Aviv, Tiberias, The Dead Sea, Jerusalem

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

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

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Napa Valley, Bodega Bay Austin, San Antonio, Fort Worth Arles, Camargue, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, Grasse, Nice 62

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$2,899 $2,399 $1,899 $2,699

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

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picked just for travel club members Call Barbara or Kim for specific dates and for the full package price including airfare. Classical Turkey

11 nights, 20 meals

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Russian River Cruise

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France Magnifique

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Englandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Treasures

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Exploring Britain & Ireland

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Magnificent Cities of Central & Eastern Europe

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Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Atlantic Coast

Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island

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Canadian Rockies & Glacier National Park

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Resorts of the Rockies

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National Parks of America

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Istanbul, Cannakale, Kusadasi, Antalya, Cappadocia, Ankara 9-night Cruise: Moscow, Uglich, Goritsy, Lake Onega, St. Petersburg Paris, Port-en-Bessin, Normandy, Blois, Avignon, Nice Lake District, Cotswolds, Cornwall, Manchester, Ambleside, Great Malvern, Plymouth, Windsor London, Cardiff, Waterford, Killarney, Dublin, Wales, Edinburgh, York, Stratford-upon-Avon

Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, Krakow, Warsaw

Calgary, Waterton Lakes, Banff Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna, Lake Louise, Jasper, Banff Sedona, Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Zion National Park, Salt Lake City, Jackson Hole, Grand Tetons, Yellowstone, Cody, Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Monument

Reserve online: www.showofthemonth.com/travel

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