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YOUR VACATION DESTINATION GUIDE SEPTEMBER 23, 2017
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Destinations by Design
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Receive up to $1,000 resort credit at Barceló Hotels & Resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean. There’s more included for less at Barceló Hotels & Resorts where we put the ALL in all inclusive. Enjoy one of the most preferred all-inclusive programs, which offers a variety of deluxe food and beverage options, comfortable rooms that will make you feel right at home, plus a complete range of facilities and services for you to enjoy during your stay. Book by: December 9, 2017 (11:59 p.m. MT) Travel: Now - December 16, 2017
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Book your WestJet Vacations package through your Maritime Travel agent today.
Advance booking required. Non-refundable and non-transferable. Offer limited and subject to availability. Offer subject to change and expire without notice. New bookings only. Not valid on group bookings. Other restrictions may apply. Resort credit will be distributed to guests upon arrival at the time of check-in. Airport transfers to/from the hotel are included. No minimum stay required. Offer is applicable to all room categories. Coupons have no cash value and will expire upon check-out.
book SAVE 600 $
per family
your winter
now Contact your Maritime Travel Counsellor TODAY! Valid on Air, Hotel & Transfer packages of 7 nights or more to Mexico & the Caribbean booked by September 30, 2017. Per family amount shown based on 2 adults and 2 children ($200 per adult and $100 per child ages 2-12). Valid for departures between November 1, 2017 and April 30, 2018. New bookings only. Subject to availability at time of booking. Subject to change without notice. Offers expire at 11:59 p.m. ET on the date indicated. Flights operated by Air Canada or Air Canada Rouge. For applicable terms and conditions, visit your Maritime Travel Counsellor. ■ ®Air Canada Vacations is a registered trademark of Air Canada, used under license by Touram Limited Partnership, 1440 St. Catherine W., Suite 600, Montreal, QC. 16357
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Plan now for a fab family getaway with Maritime Travel
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amily suites, adjoining rooms, kids clubs, teen clubs, babysitting services, activity programs, a beach suitable for kids, children’s menus… There is so much to consider. Finding the perfect family-friendly vacation for your crew can be daunting. Waiting until winter to find it can make it impossible. “When it comes to having the most memorable Christmas or winter break family vacation, the earlier you get the ball rolling, the better,” says Tracy Bertrand, Manager, Maritime Travel, Belleville, ON. “It’s not just that those dates sell out quickly, but rooms at those all-inclusive resorts that specialize in family programming can also be hard to come by.” “I often contact my clients with kids now, as the early-booking bonuses and resort selection are at their best,” says Tracy. Maritime Travel’s own $100-Off promotion, combined with the earlybooking savings of our tour operator partners, add up to great savings. And with the Price Drop Protection plans in place, you can be certain of getting the perfect vacation at a great price. Pick up a copy of Maritime Travel’s own Recommended Resorts for Families brochure to see our counsellors’ top choices in Florida, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Cuba, Mexico, cruising, and more. Meanwhile, here are just three of our hottest winter picks for families.
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DESTINATION: MAYAN RIVIERA, MEXICO “At Dreams Riviera Cancun, the staff are awesome, the beach is divine and there are unlimited activities that appeal to all ages. I was especially impressed by the first-class kids’ programming. This is a top-rated family property with good reason!” Recommended for you by Tracy Bertrand, Manager 222 Bell Boulevard Belleville, ON 613-902-0172 tbertrand@maritimetravel.ca
Dreams Riviera Cancun 5 ★
2809 $ Fr 559 $ Fr
per adultIncludes $409.27 taxes pp
per child Includes $409.27 taxes pp Direct from Toronto • Apr. 11-18/18 • Transat
A savings of $100 per couple!
Receive 19,800 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
DESTINATION: BARBADOS “Blessed with some of the Caribbean’s best beaches, Barbados offers up gorgeous rugged coastlines and some of the freshest air on the planet, along with charming British accents like afternoon tea, pretty Anglican churches and vehicles zipping along the left-hand side of the road. If you’re looking for a quality family vacation, Barbados is your island!” Recommended for you by
Tina Kennedy
542 Queen Street East Sault Ste. Marie, ON 705-942-2800 tkennedy@maritimetravel.ca
DESTINATION: ISLAND-HOPPING THE WESTERN CARIBBEAN WITH NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE “My experience cruising with NCL was awesome! This is a great line for families. The kids club is wonderful and the evening entertainment is fabulous. There is so much to do onboard!” Recommended for you by Lynn Alamenciak, Manager 20 Prince Edward Walk Elliot Lake, ON 705-848-2763 lalamenciak@maritimetravel.ca
7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise Norwegian Dawn
90875 60875
$ $ Fr Fr
per adult, Includes $209.75 taxes pp
per child, Includes $209.75 taxes pp Cat. IE Interior • Mar. 11-18/18 • 7 nights • Cruise Only Norwegian Cruise Line Roundtrip Tampa including Cozumel, Costa Maya, Roatan & Harvest Caye Receive 1,398 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
For Family Fun
Get up close and personal with Barbados’ famously friendly sea turtles. The kids will have a blast feeding and snorkelling near these gentle sea creatures. There are lots of different excursions featuring the turtles, some combined with kayaking, swimming or sailing.
Almond Beach Resort 4 ★
$ $ Fr
Fr
166736 59736
per adult, Includes $118.36 taxes pp
per child, Includes $118.36 taxes pp Direct from Toronto • Dec. 5-12/17 • Air Canada Vacations
A savings of $100 per couple!
Receive3,098 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
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Spotlight on Holiday Homes
“Holiday homes are attracting more and more groups! With lots of space to relax, pools, and all the comforts of home, what’s not to love? Holiday homes offer great value for money.”
Recommended for you by Jennifer Jackson, Manager
@ Hudson’s Bay, Polo Park Shopping Ctr., Winnipeg, MB 204-982-2999, jjackson@maritimetravel.ca
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veryone in their own bedroom… Fun family moments relaxing by the pool or sharing a meal… Plenty of space to relax and unwind after jam-packed days at the theme parks. “Let’s face it, says Jennifer Jackson, Manager, Maritime Travel, Winnipeg, MB, “there are few spots on the planet more fun for families than Florida. And the best home base for enjoying everything the Sunshine State has to offer has to be our Maritime Travel hand-picked holiday homes with private pool and space for everyone.” A typical four-bedroom holiday home in the Orlando area sleeps up to eight people comfortably. Five-, six- or even seven-bedroom homes are great for groups of 10 or more. “We’ve been specializing in vacation
homes and condos for years,” says Jennifer. “In fact, Maritime Travel is the only agency around where you can choose an exact community or an exact home—so you know exactly what you’re getting.”
FEATURED FLORIDA COMMUNITY: WINDSOR HILLS
Just Windsor Hills is a 5 minutes beautiful five-star guardfrom gated community located Disney! just 2.1 miles from the entrance to Walt Disney World Resort. The four- five- and six-bedroom homes are in top-notch condition and can easily accommodate a big family. Along with your own private pool, you’ll love the community amenities like the water-park pool and beautiful clubhouse complete with fitness centre, games room, movie theatre, playground and more. All this and just five minutes from Disney—drive yourself or take the dedicated Windsor Hills theme-park shuttle. 4-Bedroom Holiday Home: Windsor Hills 5 ★
28983
Sleeps
8!
$
per night, Includes $33.35 taxes/night Land Only • Based on 7-night stay • Apr. 8-15/18 Holiday Escapes Price does not include pool heat & mandatory damage waiver.
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#1for Adult Vacations Largest offering of TripAdvisor’s® top-rated adults only resorts Exclusive perks and privileges
#1to the Sun
Unlimited dining at specialty restaurants
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Destinations By Design
Experience a tailor-made trip of a lifetime on one of our graciously escorted specialty tours
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he mysterious riches of the Mekong…the ancestral treasures and Dutch masterpieces of the Netherlands…the stunning ocean vistas and remote fishing ports of Newfoundland and Labrador. Truly magical experiences unfold when you explore them with a wonderful escort who has a passion for these places. Many of our friendly, knowledgeable counsellors put together and escort their own group getaways to some of their favourite places. We also work with our industry partners to offer customized tours that focus on destination-rich experiences or trips themed around a favourite activity such as music or winetasting. Regardless, guests can count on
a specialized group adventure, wonderful hospitality, lots of free time, and most importantly, a worry-free experience of a lifetime. Here are two specialty tours on offer right now from our counsellors and industry partners.
It’s Your Time Book by Nov 7, 2017 &
New!
“Planning your group getaway with Maritime Travel is all about the added value we bring to the table. For me it’s about going that extra mile. I love adding value when booking specialty church groups, family reunions, friend getaways, or destination weddings. Whether it’s a pre-trip barbeque or pizza party, it’s a great way for everyone to get to know each other.” Recommended for you by Debbie Morgan, Manager 19 Market Square Napanee, ON 613-354-5416 dmorgan@maritimetravel.ca
to Rediscover Italy
FLY FOR JUST
$ 799*
per person from select gateways
HIDDEN TREASURES OF SOUTHERN ITALY
9 days | $2,599† + $799 Air CAD | Based on April 9 & October 29, 2018 Naple, Castel del Monte, Bari, Ostuni, Cellino San Marco, Alberobello, Castellana Grotte, Paestum, Sorrento
New!
THE SICILIAN
10 days | $2,869† + $799 Air CAD | Based on April 7 & October 27, 2018 Palermo, Erice, Motya, Marsala, Sciacca, Agrigento, Piazza Armerina, Caltagirone, Ragusa, Noto, Syracuse, Catania, Savoca, Taormina Other applicable Italy vacations available, please inquire.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR MARITIME TRAVEL COUNSELLOR! Featured prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy on the departure dates as indicated, include taxes and reflect the Maritime Travel $50 per person discount. $799/person round-trip economy class trans-Atlantic air from select gateways applies. Travel insurance is additional. *Book a 2018 Globus Italy vacation (excludes multi-country and Escapes by Globus vacations) to qualify for $799/person round-trip economy class trans-Atlantic air from YYZ, YUL, YOW, YVR, YYC, YEG, YQR, YHZ, YXE & YYJ. Other gateway cities available from $75 to $125/person additional (inclusive of taxes/fees). $799 air will be based on the lowest available priced itinerary at the time of air booking. Must be booked & under land and air deposit between September 13 and November 7, 2017 for travel on departures between May 1 and October 31, 2018. Alternate schedules may be available at an additional cost. Does not apply to intra-vacation air. Excludes flights on Alitalia Airlines. Not combinable with the 10% Globus Early Booking Discount (EBD). Only combinable with Journeys Club Repeat traveller benefit (if applicable) and the Maritime Travel $50 per person Fall Offer Promo. The Maritime Travel Fall Offer 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, 2017 for travel in 2017/2018. Additional restrictions may apply. Additional restrictions may apply. For full terms and conditions, contact Maritime Travel. TICO#1893755/50015835
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RICHES OF THE MEKONG WITH AMA WATERWAYS AND LINDA LAVOIE (SUDBURY-REGENT) Join our own Linda Lavoie, Maritime Travel manager and river cruise specialist on this fascinating Mekong River cruise from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City!
Riches of the Mekong AmaDara
$
Fr C
3325
per adult
Cat. A • Apr. 23-30/18 • 7 nights • Cruise Only • AMAWATERWAYS From Prek Kdam to Ho Chi Minh City including Kampong, Phnom Penh, Tan Chau & Sa Dec Receive 6,650 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
Linda Lavoie, Manager 1942 Regent Street South Sudbury, ON 705-522-3011 llavoie@maritimetravel.ca
Winter South Early Booking Promotion‡ Book by September 30, for travel between December 15, 2017 to April 30, 2018 and benefit from: deposit Price Drop Plus And › A reduced › OurGuarantee › Option › more! of only $100 upgrade
NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR DISCOVERY Immerse yourself in Newfoundland & Labrador’s fresh, salt air and get set for what National Geographic Traveller calls “one of the world’s most transformative travel experiences.” Highlights include two full days in Gros Morne National Park, iceberg & whale boat tours, unique and historic accommodations in Twillingate and Trinity, L’Anse aux Meadows UNESCO World Heritage Site and a visit to Canada’s easternmost point—Cape Spear.
Newfoundland & Labrador Discovery
Fr
$
3599
pp
June 17-29/18 • Land Only • Holiday Escapes Includes Port-aux-Basques, Codroy Valley, Gros Morne, Port au Choix, St. Anthony, Twillingate & St. John’s Receive 7,198 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
Visit maritimetravel.ca/escorted-groups for a list of all our Small Group and Specialty Tours. Full details and itineraries are available on the site. Or contact any Maritime Travel counsellor.
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South packages include Flights, transfers, 7 nights all inclusive resort
Varadero
Riviera Nayarit
Meliá Peninsula Varadero 4 1/2★ Junior Suite Elegance Club Jan 3, 5 | taxes & fees included Toronto departure
Grand Palladium Vallarta Resort & Spa 4★ Deluxe Room Imperial Club Jan 8, 15 | + $392 txs/fees Winnipeg departure
Riviera Maya
Punta Cana
Grand Sirenis Mayan Beach Hotel & Spa 4 1/2★ Junior Suite Le Mirage Dec 18 | taxes & fees included Toronto departure
Luxury Bahia Principe Fantasia Don Pablo Collection 5★ Deluxe Junior Suite Jan 7 | taxes & fees included Ottawa departures
1289
1499
1389
$
$
1949
$
$
Contact your Maritime Travel Counsellor for more information Book by November 30
BAY REWARDS POINTS 15,000† HUDSON’S
per couple!
† Maritime Travel Hudson’s Bay Rewards Points Offer: Book by Nov 30, 2017, for travel from Nov 1, 2017 to May 31, 2018 and receive 15,000 Hudson’s Bay Rewards Points per couple (7,500 Hudson’s Bay Rewards Points per person) on all 7 night or longer Transat South, Florida and Cruise Packages over $1000 per person before taxes. Transat Early Booking Promotion applies. Offers cannot be combined with any other promotions. Not applicable on air only, groups, child rates and last minute bookings (21 days prior to departure). ‡Transat Early Booking Promotion: Valid on new individual bookings of Transat South, Florida or Duo packages of a minimum seven-night stay, or of guided tours. Offers are not applicable to groups, flights and à la carte accommodations. The Price Drop Guarantee and Option Plus upgrade are offered exclusively on bookings of Luxury or Distinction Collection packages. Hotel rooms must be part of the upgraded room categories offered in our Luxury or Distinction Collection. Additional terms and conditions apply. Promotional offers may change without notice and are subject to availability at the time of booking. Flights are from Ottawa, Toronto and Winnipeg via Air Transat in economy class. 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. Toronto and Ottawa prices include applicable taxes & fees. Winnipeg package taxes & fees are extra and noted above. Travel Agency fees may apply. For full promotion offer details and terms and conditions, refer to transat.com or contact your Maritime Travel Professional for more details. 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 and in British Columbia (Reg #2454) with offices at 1090 West Pender Street, Suite 1110, Vancouver, BC, V6E 2N7.
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Cayo Coco: Melia Jardines Del Rey 4★
Fr
$
1249
pp (Includes $357.40 taxes pp)
Direct from Ottawa • Mar. 22-29/18 • Transat
Receive 1,783 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
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