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OCTOBER 15, 2016
YOUR VACATION DESTINATION GUIDE
Mixing it up in
Mexico One Love –
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Mix in’ It Up In Mex ico!
Beach bliss … Bargains … Bold adventure. Take your pick, or do it all this winter.
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parkling five-star resorts? Check. Astonishing natural scenery? Check. Thrilling activities and splendid isolation? Check. Mexico is all this and so much more! “Given the quality of the resorts, and how unique every area is, I think Mexico has a lot to offer to a broad cross-section of winter escapees,” says Allison Barbour, LeGrow’s Travel counsellor, Marystown. “It’s also a personal favourite of mine – whether I’m blissing out on the beach in the Mayan Riviera, or clubbing in Cancun!” Truth is, it’s difficult to call Mexico a single destination:
“You could visit Mexico every year for the next five years and never have the same vacation twice. But no matter which area you choose, you can count on a magical mix of ancient history and modern luxury.”
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State-of-theart shopping centres, thrilling nightlife, an extraordinary range of restaurants, and every land or water sport ever conceived – cosmopolitan Cancun has it all. Where to Stay: With its lively vibe, pretty beachfront setting and Mediterranean flare, Occidental Costa Cancun offers fun for all ages at a budget-minded price point. Occidental Costa Cancun 4★
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An extraordinary region of natural beauty, the biosphere reserve of Sian Ka’an, located just south of Tulum, is the largest protected area in the Mexican Caribbean and possibly the most astonishing part of the Yucatan Peninsula. A UNESCO-designated World Heritage site, the reserve is home to literally thousands of species of flora and fauna, yet it remains surprisingly Luxury Bahia Princ ipe Sian Ka’an unknown. Where to Stay: Surrounded by topical vegetation and native fauna, Luxury Bahia Principe Sian Ka’an is a luxurious adults-only resort that forms part of the Eco-Bahia Foundation for environmental preservation. Luxury Bahia Principe Sian Ka’an 5★
– Allison Barbour, LeGrow’s Travel counsellor, Marystown
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ASK OUR MEXICO EXPERTS! Allison Barbour
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Sink your toes into the soft white sands of Tulum Beach – likely the only place in the world where you can wonder at the mystery of ancient Mayan ruins while enjoying a dip in the crystalline blue waters of the Mexican Caribbean. Tulum Beach hosts the only archaeological site along the Riviera Maya, an ancient city dating back to 250 AD.
Where to Stay: Located just five minutes from Tulum, Dreams Tulum is a luxurious hacienda-style resort with loads of unique amenities for couples, families and friends. Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa 5★
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†LeGrow’s Travel Fall Early Booking Bonus: Book between Sep 1 to Nov 30, 2016, for travel from Nov 1, 2016 to May 31, 2017 and save $100 per couple ($50 per person) on all 7-night or longer sun, Florida and cruise packages over $1000 per person before taxes. Not applicable on air only, groups, child rates and last minute bookings (21 days prior to departure). Savings reflected in price. Flights are from St. John’s via Air Transat. *Transat’s Early Booking Promotion: Valid on new individual bookings only made by Oct 31, 2016. Applicable for travel between Dec 15, 2016 and Apr 30, 2017. Additional Terms & Conditions apply. For complete promotion offer details and for terms and conditions refer to transat.com. This promotion may be modified or withdrawn without notice. Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy in lead room category, unless otherwise stated. Space and prices are subject to availability at time of booking and subject to change without prior notice. Prices were valid at time of print. Taxes and fees are extra and noted above. Travel Agency fees may apply. Transat is a division of Transat Tours Canada Inc., and is registered as a travel wholesaler in Ontario (Reg #50009486) with offices at 191 The West Mall, Suite 800, Etobicoke, ON M9C 5K8.
GETAWAY GUIDE • OCTOBER 15, 2016 • 7.5� X 4.25� • YYT
SANDALS MONTEGO BAY Sandals Montego Bay is Sandals flagship resort and a true original. Spanning the best private, white-sand beach in Jamaica, this playful and romantic resort is where the world first fell in love with Sandals. The calm, reef-protected beach is perfect for every type of water sport and guests can indulge in unlimited dining at nine gourmet restaurants serving authentic regional cuisine. Experience the casual island vibe from the comfort of your private seaside suite where our Butler Elite await to fulfill your every whim. Everything is just steps from water’s edge and, best of all, it’s all included.
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One Love!
Jamaica heats up with hot spots for adventurous families & romantic couples alike
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iven those fabulous beaches and aquamarine seas, winterweary Canadians could be forgiven for spending their entire Jamaica jaunt just basking in the sun and sipping tropical concoctions. But then you’d be missing out on all the adventure that’s yours to discover! Here are some of our top picks for rest and recreation.
RUNAWAY BAY Romantic notions of escape and safe haven meet reality in Runaway Bay, a pretty cove (approximately 60 minutes from Montego Bay) boasting just a few resorts. Prepare to unwind. Recommended Resort: For a firstclass resort that caters to all ages, Jewel Runaway Bay fits the bill. A LeGrow’s Travel customer favourite and a topseller in Jamaica, this family friendly retreat boasts the biggest water park in Montego Bay, as well as an excellent kids club and lots of complimentary water sports. Jewel Runaway Bay Beach & Golf Resort 4 ★
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With its lush, green vegetation and breathtaking waterfalls and rivers, it’s no wonder Ocho Rios is known as the “Centrepiece of Jamaica.” Add to this a fine array of sparkling beachfront resorts and daytime activities and it’s easy to see why Ocho Rios is a favourite spot for Canadians. Recommended Resort: Just minutes from town, but nicely removed from the hustle and bustle, Riu Ocho Rios is separated into two large wings, each with its own pool and tropical landscaping. RIU Ocho Rios 5 ★
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GET OFF THE BEACH! Zipline Canopy in Jamaica Fly through the trees on this highspeed, up-close nature encounter. For many, this is an experience of a lifetime, as you glide over exhilarating waterscapes, with incredible views of the local flora and fauna. You also get to learn about the local ecosystems. Jamaica Bamboo River Rafting For a more relaxing experience, climb aboard a 30-foot bamboo raft and head down the jadegreen Martha Brae River. Gaze at towering trees, colourful tropical birds and exotic flowers.
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Fairytale castles & sizzling cities — welcome to Germany!
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aybe it’s the talk from all those river cruisers on the Rhine, and those relaxed, worry-free visitors on their guided, group adventures, but Germany keeps popping up with our counsellors and customers alike. “One of my best trips of all time was a recent familiarization trip to Germany with my LeGrow’s Travel colleagues,” says Paula Gushue, manager, LeGrow’s Travel, Happy Valley-Goose Bay. “And one of my favourite memories of that trip was cruising down the Rhine.” The mighty and enchanting Rhine always ranks up there among river cruisers and landlubbers alike. But then there is the enchanting Black Forest and vibrant cities like Frankfurt, Cologne, Munich, Nuremberg and of course, Berlin. Incredibly, there are
“What I love about Germany is that your experience there can focus on its vast history and architecture in each Medieval town, or it can be all about tasting and experiencing the country at fun beer gardens, wineries, sampling Black Forest cake in the Black Forest, and learning how cuckoo-clocks are made. Or it can be all of these things.”
Here are just a few of our top picks for must-sees in Germany: • Christmas Markets: Truly enchanting to behold the crafts created in the birthplace of many of our Christmas traditions. • Neuschwanstein Castle: No, Walt Disney World didn’t do it first. Yes, Cinderella’s castle is fashioned after this one. The original castle is much larger, and some say, more enchanting. • Cologne Cathedral: 600 years to build, and the result is one of the architectural wonders of the world. • The Rhine: Exploring this river can be a 3- or 30-day adventure. Do it on a river cruise, or devote a day or two to it as part of a land tour.
– Paula Gushue, manager, LeGrow’s Travel, Happy Valley-Goose Bay
9-day Bavarian Highlights
more than 10,000 towns and cities in Germany, stretching from the Alps to the North Sea. And it is in these places that Germany’s charms are discovered.
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