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Dreaming of the Dominican? Take a quick peek at the DR’s 4 diverse destinations
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t’s not so much whether the Dominican Republic is the right tropical escape for you this winter. Rather, it’s which part of this delightful island suits you best. “It always surprises me how people think the Dominican Republic is one uniform beach destination,” says Christina Chysyk, manager, Maritime Travel, White Rock, BC. The DR’s main hot spots could not be more different from each other.
“When you start looking at Samana, Punta Cana, Puerto Plata, and La Romana, they really could be four separate islands.” – Christina Chysyk, manager, Maritime Travel, White Rock, BC
Here’s a quick look at them to help you with your decision-making.
PUNTA CANA:
PUERTO PLATA:
By far the most-visited spot on the island. Think 50 kilometers e Deluxe Barceló Bavaro Palac of the whitest possible sand dotted with tall, swaying palms, large, elegant all-inclusive resorts, and flanked by gorgeous turquoise water. Ideal for families, couples, golfers and anyone for whom the beach is the most important consideration. Barceló Bavaro Palace Deluxe 5★ Its suites make it ideal for families with children.
This is the resort area that started it all. Think long swaths of golden sand, stunning mountainous scenery, budgetfriendly resorts, and more activities than you can imagine. Ideal for couples, families, and the budget-conscious.
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VH Gran Ventana Beach Resort 4½★ A great location from which to capture all those wonderful vistas.
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SAMANA:
Gran Bahía Principe
el Portillo
Gran Bahía Principe el Portillo 4½★ A short trek from the town of Las Terranas, this resort is popular among adventure-seekers and families.
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LA ROMANA: Active travellers, golfers, scuba divers, history buffs and honeymooners – all will find the vacation style they seek in La Romana.
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Iberostar Hacienda Dominicus 4½★ A delightful tropical retreat designed for couples and families alike.
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Flight, transfers & all inclusive resort
Punta Cana
Riviera Maya
Grand Bahia Principe Punta Cana 5★ Junior Suite Superior Royal Golden 7 nts | Jan 6, 13, 20 | + $452 txs/fees Calgary departures
Luxury Bahia Principe Akumal Don Pablo Collection 5★ Junior Suite Superior 7 nts | Jan 7, 14 | + $396 txs/fees Calgary departures
Puerto Vallarta
Cayo Santa Maria
Now Amber Puerto Vallarta 5★ Aura Club Promo Room 7 nts | Jan 17 | + $408 txs/fees Edmonton departures
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This newer, unspoiled area is fast gaining in popularity. Think quiet white-sand beaches, romantic ambience, and lively towns nearby.
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Cruising the Caribbean
Our counsellors unpack the pros of our favourite winter sun itineraries
EASTERN CARIBBEAN South Florida, The Bahamas, St. Thomas, Bes t Ti me To Go? St. Maarten, San Juan, Year-round Tortola, and more. “The sheer beauty of the beaches stand out for me on an Eastern Caribbean cruise. This area is great for first-timers. I love how your cruise can be three, four, seven or more days long, making it ideal for people wanting a quick escape,” says Debora Green, manager, Maritime Travel, Abbotsford, BC. Our other counsellors agree.
WESTERN CARIBBEAN
SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN
Grand Cayman, Bes t Ti me Jamaica, Cozumel, To Go? Key West, San Juan, Year-round and more. “The off-ship activities are great on a Western Caribbean cruise, says Shelly Lesosky, Maritime Travel counsellor, Surrey, BC. “There is so much to see and do, from visiting Mayan ruins in Mexico to some of the best snorkelling and diving imaginable in Cozumel and the Caymans.” Four- and seven-night cruises are popular and leave from Miami-Fort Lauderdale or San Juan, Puerto Rico.
San Juan, St. Lucia, Bes t Ti me Curacao, Dominica, To Go? Barbados, St. Kitts, to October name a few. – March “I love cruising this area. Visiting these islands on their own can be expensive. A cruise is an ideal and affordable way to take in these wonderful places,” says Natasha Plingen, Maritime Travel counsellor, West Vancouver, BC. An added bonus is getting to experience French and West Indian cultures.
7-night Western Caribbean Cruise Rhapsody of the Seas
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10-night Southern Caribbean Cruise Royal Princess
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8-night Eastern Caribbean Cruise Freedom of the Seas
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ASK US ABOUT CRUISING THE CARIBBEAN! Debora Green, Manager Clearbrook Town Square Abbotsford, BC 604-746-4041 dgreen@maritimetravel.ca
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Natasha Plingen
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ascinating ports of call, unique island cultures, daytime adventures, sumptuous evening dining, and more fun times than you ever imagined. It’s all about the itineraries and ports of call. Each of the three Caribbean itineraries (east, west or south) offers a different kind of cruise experience. Here’s a look at the three different options, and why they love them.
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Dublin • Waterford • Kinsale • Killarney • Cliffs of Moher • Limerick Many more Europe vacations and departure dates available, please inquire.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR MARITIME TRAVEL COUNSELLOR! Featured prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy, departure dates as indicated and reflect the 10% Globus discount and the Maritime Travel $50 per person discount. Book and deposit a 2017 Globus Europe vacation to save 10% per person on the land-only portion of the core tour not including extra night accommodations, extensions, taxes, fees, tips or supplements. Booking must be made and under deposit by November 29, 2016 for travel in 2017. Offer not valid with any other offer except Journeys Club Repeat Traveller benefit (if applicable) and the Maritime Travel $50 per person Fall Offer Early Booking Promo. Applies to new 2017 bookings only and will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. The Maritime Travel Fall Offer Early Booking Promo discount of $50 per person is valid on all Globus family of brands vacation packages of 7 land days or longer, with a minimum value of $1,000 per person before taxes, booked and deposited between September 1 and November 30, 2016 for travel in 2016 or 2017. (The Maritime Travel offer is not applicable to groups, child rates or bookings made less than 21 days prior to departure.) Offers reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply; see your Maritime travel agent for details. May be withdrawn any time. †Based on Europe in Depth vacation, March 24 – September 29, 2017 departures, land only. TICO#1893755/50015835
Kids stay free with a minimum 3-night stay at select Crown Paradise Resorts in Mexico.* Perfect for families or adults, the Crown Paradise Club Cancun in Cancun and the Crown Paradise Club in Puerto Vallarta both provide the ultimate all-inclusive beach resort experience where there’s something for everyone including children’s activities, golf, tennis, spa facilities, elegant and casual eateries, and more. Book by: December 14, 2016 (11:59 p.m. MT) Travel: Now - December 31, 2016
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Let’s go island-hopping in Greece
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hen I recall my time in Greece, I see the shimmering blue water, the white stucco houses, the hidden harbours and beaches – it’s absolutely breathtaking,” says Shari Bartell, Maritime Travel counsellor, Vernon, BC. “It’s a place to be visited time and again.” The glorious cradle of Western civilization, Greece has a history that’s counted in millennia. This is a land of ageless beauty – of philosopher kings and legendary lovers; fairytale villages and bustling metropoli. It also has the longest coastline in Europe and more than 6,000 islands.
“One of the best things about Greece is that there are so many ways to tailor your experience. You can enjoy a self-styled getaway, join an escorted group, or even island-hop from the comfort of a luxurious cruise ship.”
We recommend: Stunning scenery, sun-soaked beaches, the crystal-clear Aegean Sea, and glorious Greek cuisine are yours to experience on the Globus Greek Island Hopper 10-day tour from Athens to Athens. Your vacation starts in Athens with guided sightseeing and a visit to the ancient Acropolis. The tour ends with a flight back to Athens and an overnight. In between, sail into the deep-blue waters of the Aegean Sea and spend three nights on the island of Mykonos and three nights on Santorini.
10-day Greek Island Hopper
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SPOTLIGHT ON SANTORINI Possibly the most scenically stunning of the Greek Islands, Santorini (officially Thira), with its rugged volcanic landscapes, pitch-black beaches and whitewashed cliff-top villages is a world onto itself. The bay surrounding the island is actually the world’s largest volcanic crater, created some 3,500 years ago with the massive eruption of the still-active volcano, Thera – enough explanation in itself for all that black sand. It’s also rumored to conceal the legendary lost city of Atlantis.
10-night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise Celebrity Reflection
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pp + Taxes/Fees $114 pp Cat. 11 Interior • May 19/17 • 10 nights • Cruise Only Celebrity Cruises Roundtrip Rome (Civitavecchia, Italy) including Messina (Sicily), Valetta Exclusive (Malta), Mykonos (Greece), Rhodes BONUS: (Greece), Santorini (Greece), Athens (Piraeus, Greece) & Naples (Italy) Receive 4,458 Hudson’s Bay Shipboard Credit per stateroom Rewards points per couple!
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When soaring above the mighty peaks of the Canadian Rockies onboard Rocky Mountaineer, you have only one responsibility. Melt back into your luxurious seat, relax, and enjoy the incredible views through our sparkling glass-dome windows. Let us whisk you away to a world of incomparable beauty and luxury where the service is world-class and the cuisine is simply heavenly.
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