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Beyond the
Danube YOUR VACATION DESTINATION GUIDE
JUNE 4, 2016
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Beyond the Danube Those ravishing river cruises are plying new waters and taking some exciting twists and turns
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Terrace-on-the-Square, St. John’s. “I love pointing out the exciting new itineraries and inclusions. Many people expect the cruises to begin and end with the famous Rhine or Danube – which are wonderful. After all, that’s where it all began. These days, river cruising has become increasingly exotic, and can take you through Africa, India,VietnamCambodia … Even Italy!”
River cruising has been one of the most popular travel trends for several years now. Europe’s ancient waterways have been providing a relaxing and luxurious experience for guests to get up-close to beautiful cities and towns … Prague, Budapest, Amsterdam, and more. Cruisers can arrive at these stunning destinations the way visitors did hundreds of years ago – by river – before the days of planes and trains. “Add to this gourmet food and fine wine, and
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he sight of giraffes and lions on an African plain … The sunrise scent of jasmine wafting up from a colourful floating market … The glint of gold sparkling on a Buddhist temple. If you thought river cruising was only about those mighty European waterways, it’s time to take another look. “My clients are often surprised by the options when it comes to river cruises,” says Joanne Cross, LeGrow’s Travel counsellor,
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Châteaux Rivers & Wine What’s included for you: 6 guided tours, wine sampling, complimentary wine and beer with onboard dinner and lunch, free internet and more!
Viking Longship Forseti
3299
$ Fr C
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Cat. F Outside • Oct. 29/16 • 7 nights • Cruise Only Viking River Cruises Roundtrip Bordeaux, France including Cadillac (France), Saint-Emilion (France), Blaye (France) & Pauillac (France)
Romantic Rhine What’s included for you: included excursions with Certified Local Guides, chefinspired regional recipes and more
Avalon Felicity
Fr C
2840
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Vietnam, Cambodia & the Riches of the Mekong What’s included for you: unlimited wine with lunch and dinner on board, life enriching tours and excursions and more
AMADara
Fr C
3873
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pp + Taxes/Fees C$201 pp
Cat. B Outside French Balcony • Sept. 5/16 • 7 nights • Cruise Only AMA Waterways From Ho Chi Minh to Prek Kdam including Cai Be (Vietnam), Sa Dec (Vietnam), Tan Chau (Vietnam), Phnom Penh (Cambodia), Koh Chen (Cambodia), Oudong (Cambodia), Kampong Tralach (Cambodia), Kampong Chhnang, (Cambodia) & Prek Kdam (Cambodia)
pp + Taxes/fees C$224
Cat E Outside • Apr. 2/17 • 7 nights • Cruise Only • Avalon Waterways From Basel, Switzerland to Amsterdam, The Netherlands including Breisach (Germany), Strasbourg (France), Mainz (Germany), Rüdesheim (Germany) & Cologne (Germany)
ASK US ABOUT RIVER CRUISING! Joanne Cross
Terrace on the Square St. John's 709-758-6788 jcross@legrowstravel.ca
Corina Benson, Manager Carol Lake Shopping Centre Lab City 709-944-7647 cbenson@legrowstravel.ca
Lisa Benoit
Avalon Mall, 48 Kenmount Road St. John's 709-758-6792 lbenoit@legrowstravel.ca
Photo courtesy of Uniworld River Cruises
you can see why it’s so popular,” says Joanne. You can explore the world – but with all the comforts of a floating boutique hotel. But it’s not just about the destinations. Today, you can indulge your favourite passion with a themed cruise. There are wine cruises, art cruises, wildlife cruises, and more – all featuring hands-on experiences. “All these changes are attracting a new generation of cruisers,” says Joanne. “Some lines like Uniworld have even started introducing family friendly river cruises, with special activities for children and kids-cruise-free promotions.” As more and more river ships are being built, the increased competition has resulted in more and more inclusions and offers to attract guests. Look for two-for-one airfare offers, complimentary excursions, free gratuities, premium beverages, and more included in your cruise fare. LeGrow’s Travel counsellors have been sailing on more river cruise lines than we can count. Count on them to point you in the right direction when it comes to the best river cruise for you.
The largest suites on European waters. An onboard concierge to customize each guest’s cruise. The most modern river cruise fleet. More travel awards than any other river cruise line. The World’s Leading River Cruise Line…By Far® 8-day Rhine Getaway river cruises from $2,799 per person* Ask for Viking’s 2017 Early Booking Discount. For details, contact your LeGrow’s Travel counsellor today.
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*Note: Rhine Getaway price based on CAT F, on the December 29, 2017 Viking Longship Eir departure. Cruise fares listed are for cruise and cruisetour only in Canadian dollars, per person and fares/discount offers are based on double occupancy. Must request offer EBD at time of booking and pay in full by current expiration date; call for details. Valid on new bookings only as of 6/1/16, subject to availability and may not be combinable with any other offers except Past Guest Travel Credit and Referral Rewards Credit. Viking reserves the right to correct errors and to change any and all fares, fees and surcharges at any time. Additional terms and conditions apply; see Passenger Ticket Contract at vikingrivercruisescanada.com. ©2016. Travel + Leisure and Time Inc., are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Viking Cruises. CST#2052644-40.
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You deserve the best *Savings listed in CAD. Savings comprised of Double Early-Booking Savings Offers and Exclusive June Savings. Savings may vary by itinerary and category of accommodations. Offers are combinable with each other and with River Heritage Club savings/amenities, Group savings, Take Two Discount and Deposit Protection Credit. Offers are
#ExploreUniworld capacity controlled and may be withdrawn at any time. Other restrictions may apply. For complete details, general information, and terms and conditions applicable to all Uniworld trips, please contact your LeGrow’s Travel Agent. TICO Reg. #50018458 | Uniworld River Cruises (Canada) Limited, 33 Kern Road, Toronto, Ontario, M3B 1S9 Canada
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Cruise Debuts
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f you love to try out new ships, then 2016 is your year. No fewer than seven new ships from some of the industry’s top cruise lines are taking to the high seas – among them the most luxurious, the largest and the most technically sophisticated. Here’s a sneak peak at two of the most anticipated. Ship: Holland America’s ms Koningsdam Capacity: 2,650 passengers Wow-worthy Attributes: As Holland America’s first new ship since 2010 – an eternity in the industry – the highly anticipated Koningsdam brings a number of firsts for the cruise line, including oceanview cabins for single travellers and families, a culinary arts center where guests can take cooking lessons during the day and dine at night, and the only purpose built wineblending venue at sea that allows passengers to mix their own wines.
ASK ME ABOUT THE LATEST IN CRUISING! Ashley Petten
Atlantic Place St. John’s 709-758-6777 apetten@legrowstravel.ca
Greek & Turkish Treasures ms Koningsdam
1428
$ Fr C
pp + Taxes/Fees 70 C$175.23 pp
Cat. L Inside • Sept. 30/16 • 12 nights Cruise Only • Holland America Roundtrip Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy including Katakolon, Olympia (Greece), Piraeus, Athens (Greece), Istanbul (Turkey), Kusadasi, Ephesus (Turkey), Rhodes (Greece), Iraklion Heraklion, Crete (Greece) & Naples (Italy)
Bonus: $75 USD Shipboard Cred it per stateroom!
Ship: Royal Caribbean’s Harmony of the Seas Capacity: 6,410 passengers Wow-worthy Attributes: The biggest ship in the world, Harmony of the Seas is the newest addition to Royal Caribbean’s award-winning Oasis Class fleet. The new cruise ship – the very definition of a more-is-better credo – includes lots of favourites from its sisters, such as the seven“neighbourhood” concept with themed areas
like the “Pool and Sports Zone” and “Entertainment Place.” However, it has lots of firsts including the tallest water slide at sea, a cocktail bar with robot bartenders, and a high-speed Internet service offering speeds equal to those on land – still a rarity at sea.
Eastern Caribbean Cruise Harmony of the Seas
1709
$ Fr C
pp + Taxes/Fees C$140
Cat. Y Outside • Nov. 12/16 • 7 nights Royal Caribbean Roundtrip Fort Lauderdale, Florida including Nassau (Bahamas), St. Thomas (U.S. Virgin Islands) & Philipsburg (St. Maarten)
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Go further with Holland America Line 14-Day Far East Discovery Hong Kong to Singapore
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2,039
CAD$
ms Volendam
10-27-16
Taxes, fees, and port expenses additional at $271.78
BONUS: US$75 onboard credit per stateroom
Contact your LeGrow’s Travel counsellor for details.
Terms & Conditions Fares are based on Promo RH. Featured fares are per person based on double occupancy, cruise or Land+Sea Journeys only. Fares are in Canadian dollars. All savings amounts are included in the fares shown. Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses are additional at CAD 271.78. Subject to availability. For more information about our stateroom categories and suite descriptions, and to view deck plans and for full terms and conditions applicable to your cruise, please refer to hollandamerica.com or the appropriate Holland America brochure. Offers have limited space, and may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice. Other restrictions may apply. Ships’ Registry: The Netherlands.
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*OLife Choice offer expires on 9/30/16. Fares expire on 6/30/16. All fares are per person in U.S. dollars, valid for residents of Canada, based on double occupancy (unless otherwise noted), for new bookings only and may be withdrawn at any time. Any noted Shipboard Credits are per person, based on double occupancy. Free Internet is one per stateroom. OLife Choice amenities are subject to change. OLife Choice free shore excursions vary by voyage and exclude Oceania Choice, Oceania Exclusive and Executive Collection. Voyages up to 9 days receive 3 free shore excursions; 10-12 days receive 4 free shore excursions; 14+ days receive 5 free shore excursions. If shore excursion amenity is selected, all excursions must be chosen at least 14 days prior to sailing. OLife Choice beverage package amenity is House Select. Guests in the same stateroom must choose the same OLife Choice amenity and amenity must be chosen by final payment. Not all promotions are combinable. 2 for 1 and Special Offer Fares are based on published Full Brochure Fares; such fares may not have resulted in actual sales in all suite and stateroom categories and do not include optional charges as detailed in the Guest Ticket Contract. “Free Airfare” promotion does not include ground transfers and applies to coach, roundtrip flights only from the following airports: YOW, YUL, YVR, YYZ. Oceania Cruises reserves the right to assign gateways based on availability for JFK, LGA and MIA. “Free Airfare” gateways are subject to change at any time. Airfare is available from all other U.S. and Canadian gateways for an additional charge. Any advertised fares that include the “Free Airfare” promotion include all airline fees, surcharges and government taxes. Airline-imposed personal charges such as baggage fees may apply. For details visit exploreflightfees.com. Additional Terms & Conditions apply for Grand Voyages. Oceania Cruises reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any and all fares, fees and surcharges at any time. Ships’ Registry: Marshall Islands. APR161709
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Set Sail for Adventure Small-ship cruising in Alaska
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hile many cruisers catch their first from-the-deck glimpse of Alaska through iconic ports like Skagway or Ketchikan, there will always be those who prefer their Alaska adventure to happen off the main stage. That’s where small-ship cruise itineraries come into play. “Alaska is amazing, no matter how you slice it,” says Kim Simms, manager, LeGrow’s Travel, Grand Falls-Windsor. “But if you’re looking for an off-the-beaten-path adventure travel experience that packages Alaska’s incredible scenery, local cultures and abundant wildlife, then the small ships are the way to go.”
Carrying fewer passengers, these boutique cruise ships are able to dock in isolated out-of-the-way ports that are difficult for the larger ships to experience. This enables them to offer extraordinary onshore excursions you won’t have read about in your guide book. “The onboard ambiance is also decidedly more casual than on the larger ships,” says Kim. “You can leave your formal wear at home, but you might want to invest in some good outdoor gear because you’ll be spending your time hiking and kayaking rather than shopping and taking helicopter tours!”
10-Night Alaska Cruise Oceania Regatta
Fr C
265650
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pp + Taxes/Fees C$443
Cat. G Inside • May 31/17 • 10 nights • Cruise Only • Oceania Cruises Roundtrip Vancouver including Cruising the Inside Passage, Bonus: Ketchikan, Sitka, Skagway, FREE Unlimited Juneau, Wrangell, & Victoria
Internet, Plus se lect FREE Shore Excu one of: rsio FREE House Beve ns, ra Package, or a Sh ge ipboard Credit.
ASK US ABOUT ALASKA CRUISES! Kim Simms, Manager Exploits Valley Mall Grand Falls-Windsor 709-489-2710 ksimms@legrowstravel.ca
Rhonda Farr
@ Sobeys, Pearl Place Mt. Pearl 709-758-6730 rfarr@legrowstravel.ca
FEEL FREE TO DISCOVER YOUR WORLD. Feel Free to let inspiration guide you on unforgettable vacations aboard our fleet of award-winning ships. With Norwegian, your journey is as exciting as the destination. Where unpacking happens once and relaxing, exploring and superb dining can happen whenever you like. Where spectacular entertainment comes straight from Broadway. Where splashes are larger and the thrills are greater. Plus, if you book by June 30th, be sure to ask about the Free At Sea promotion.
For more information, contact LeGrow’s Travel.
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EASTERN CARIBBEAN ROUND-TRIP FROM MIAMI
Orlando & The Beaches (Port Canaveral); Nassau; Great Stirrup Cay
Prices starting from ©2016 NCL Corporation Ships’ Registry: BAHAMAS and USA
NORWEGIAN ESCAPE
Prices starting from
970 CAD
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HAWAI`I ROUND-TRIP FROM HONOLULU Kahului, Maui; Hilo, Hawai`i; Kona, Hawai`i; Nawiliwili, Kaua`i Prices starting from
1,995 CAD
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