Sept 23 - Atlantic Canada

In this issue:

Caribbean

Capers

with the Clan!

YOUR VACATION DESTINATION GUIDE SEPTEMBER 23, 2017

Take the Fam

to Florida!

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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 Jane Hunt, Maritime Travel counsellor, Clayton Park, Halifax, NS. “It’s not just that those dates sell out quickly, but rooms at those allinclusive 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 Jane. 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: ISLAND-HOPPING THE WESTERN CARIBBEAN WITH ROYAL CARIBBEAN “I’ve done more than a dozen cruises with Royal Caribbean and it remains my all-time favourite for family-focused getaways. The entertainment is incredible and the dining is flexible and innovative.”

Recommended for you by

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise Rhapsody of the Seas

1049 509

Recommended for you by

McAllister Place, Saint John, NB 506-633-7711 mwaterworth@maritimetravel.ca

Clayton Park West, Halifax, NS 902-457-9222 jhunt@maritimetravel.ca

$ $ Fr

“The Melia Cayo Guillermo is a hot pick for families on a quest for rest and relaxation. It’s the perfect place for parents to kick back and relax, while keeping an eye on the children. You’ll enjoy gorgeous gardens, great food and wonderful staff.”

Melanie Waterworth

Jane Hunt

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DESTINATION: CAYO GUILLERMO, CUBA

per adult + Taxes/Fees $166.00 pp

per child + Taxes/Fees $166.00 pp Cat. L Interior • Feb. 25-Mar. 4/18 • 7 nights • Cruise Only Royal Caribbean International Roundtrip Tampa including George Town (Grand Cayman), Cozumel (Mexico), Belize City (Belize) & Puerto Costa Maya (Mexico)

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!”

Melia Cayo Guillermo 4 ★

$ $ Fr Fr

1099 769

per adult + $360.16 taxes pp

per child + $360.16 taxes pp Direct from Halifax • Apr. 15-22/18 • Transat A savings of $100 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.

Recommended for you by Shawna Hebert, Manager Barrington Place, Halifax, NS 902-421-5000 shebert@maritimetravel.ca

Almond Beach Resort 4 ★

$ $ Fr Fr

1569 489

per adult + $127.90 taxes pp

per child + $127.90 taxes pp From Halifax via Toronto • Dec. 5-12/17 • Air Canada Vacations A savings of $100 per couple!

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Caribbean Capers with the Clan!

Early Booking Bonus on NOW! Look inside for great deals!

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Spotlight on Holiday Homes

“Florida is a perfect place for family vacations—warm and sunny with so much to do! Holiday homes are the perfect accommodation for families, they are very comfortable and everyone has their own space.”

Recommended for you by Eric Gaudet, Manager

1786 Route 1, Church Point, NS 902-769-3702, egaudet@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 Eric Gaudet, Manager, Maritime Travel, Church Point, NS, “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 Eric.

“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 ★

25648

$

Sleeps

8!

per night + $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

To book, contact your Maritime Travel counsellor today!

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Take the Fam to Florida!

Early Booking Bonus on NOW! Look inside for great deals!

Experts in Group Travel

Experience a tailor-made trip of a lifetime on one of our graciously escorted specialty tours

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he 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 just two specialty tours on offer right now.

It’s Your Time Book by Nov 7, 2017 &

New!

“Maritime Travel has booked close to 1,400 groups with more than 20,000 of our customers across Canada travelling in groups in the past year alone.

Whether your group is a close-knit gaggle of friends, an extended family reunion crowd, or a museum, art gallery or social club, your friendly, knowledgeable Maritime Travel counsellor is standing by to help you plan for that special getaway.”

Recommended for you by

Tara Clancey

@ Atlantic Superstore Joe Howe Drive Halifax, NS 902-455-7201 tclancey@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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THE NETHERLANDS ART EXPERIENCE WITH ART GALLERY OF NOVA SCOTIA A graciously escorted adventure that captures the essence and culture of The Netherlands… Join Holland native Caroline Sodenkamp on a hands-on adventure through royal palaces, private galleries and hidden art spaces. The founder of Artigo Tours knows the international art world inside out and the Dutch arts scene better than anyone.

The Netherlands Art Experience

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$

5399

pp

April 28-May 7/18 • Land Only • Holiday Escapes • Fully Escorted Includes Amsterdam, Utrecht, The Hague, Rotterdam, Kinderjk & Antwerp

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

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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

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.

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 South packages include Flights, transfers, 7 nights all inclusive resort

Varadero

Cayo Santa Maria

IBEROSTAR Playa Alameda 4 1/2★ Hotel Room Star Class Mar 16, 23 | + $355 txs/fees Moncton departure

Valentin Perla Blanca 4 1/2★ Deluxe Garden View Room Silver Club Mar 7, 16 | + $360 txs/fees Halifax departure

Punta Cana

Riviera Maya

Occidental Punta Cana 4 1/2★ Superior Room Preference Club Mar 7, 14 | + $453 txs/fees Fredericton departures

Grand Bahia Principe Coba 4 1/2★ Junior Suite Superior Royal Golden Mar 22, 29 | + $410 txs/fees Halifax departure

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1329

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Contact your Maritime Travel Counsellor for more information FALL EARLY BOOKING BONUS

Save $100†

per couple!

Book by November 30

† Maritime Travel Fall Early Booking Bonus: Book by Nov 30, 2017, for travel from Nov 1, 2017 to May 31, 2018 and save $100 per couple ($50 per person) on all 7 night or longer Transat South, Florida and Cruise Packages over $1000 per person before taxes. Savings reflected in advertised prices above. 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 Halifax, Moncton and Fredericton 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. Taxes and 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.

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$

1085

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Direct from Halifax • Apr. 4-11/18 • Sunwing Vacations

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Calendar!

Maritime Travel is pleased to host a variety of travel presentations!

KENTVILLE/NEW MINAS, NS

National Geographic Journeys

by G Adventures!

Introducing National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures - an exclusive collection of small-group tours designed to take you deeper into the cultures and habitats of the world's greatest destinations. Come and see how easy it is.

MON. OCT. 2 @ 6:30 PM PADDY'S IRISH PUB (CELTIC ROOM) RSVP by Sept. 27 to one of the following locations: New Minas: 902-681-2410 Kentville: 902-679-2299 Door Prizes • Light Refreshments

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, and is subject to availability at time of booking. Taxes are extra.

BRIDGETOWN, NS

Europe & the World by Land or by River!

Before you choose a river cruise or land vacation, join Maritime Travel (Bridgetown), Globus and Avalon Waterways and find out what travel style is just right for you!

THURS. OCT. 5 @ 7:00 PM END OF THE LINE PUB RSVP by Sept. 29 at 902-665-4812 or 1-800-665-3537 Door Prizes • Light Refreshments

QUISPAMSIS, NB

AmaWaterways River Cruise Presentation!

Join Maritime Travel (Brunswick Square) and special guest Sandra Gardiner of AmaWaterways at this informative presentation and discover why river cruising is one of the fastest growing travel experiences.

THURS. OCT. 5 @ 5:30 PM QUALITY INN & SUITES AMSTERDAM RSVP by Oct. 2 15 506-632-1880 or 30@maritimetravel.ca Door Prizes • Light Refreshments

SUSSEX, NB

Discover Europe and the World with Globus & Avalon Waterways!

Join us at this exceptional presentation given by Cathy Dunn of the Globus family of brands, and get the inside track on these worry-free vacations!

THURS. OCT. 19 @ 7:00 PM SOBEYS COMMUNITY ROOM GATEWAY MALL RSVP by Oct 17 at 506-433-3377 Door Prizes • Light Refreshments

For a full list of events, visit: maritimetravel.ca/calendar 114 locations NATIONWIDE including: NOVA SCOTIA

Bedford-Lower Sackville Sunnyside Mall Sobeys, Sackville Drive Halifax-Dartmouth Barrington Place Burnside Park Clayton Park Shopping Ctr. Cole Harbour Halifax Shopping Ctr. Park Lane Hudson’s Bay, MicMac Mall Atlantic Superstore, Joseph Howe Dr. Administration Cape Breton Charlotte Street, Sydney Mayflower Mall, Sydney Port Hawkesbury Ctr. North Sydney @ Atlantic Superstore Hay St., Glace Bay

902-835-2111 902-864-4666 902-421-5000 902-468-8747 902-457-9222 902-435-0220 902-455-7856 902-429-7883 902-465-2125 902-455-7201 902-420-1554 902-539-4800 902-564-0600 902-625-3017 902-794-7251 902-849-7011

Amherst Sobeys, Amherst Ctr. Mall Annapolis Valley 341 Main St., Kentville We’ve Moved!

County Fair Mall, New Minas Queen St., Bridgetown New Glasgow Highland Square Mall South Shore Bridgewater Mall Southwest Shore Sobeys, Digby Yarmouth Church Point Truro Truro Mall Tantallon Sobeys

Service en français.

902-661-1220 902-679-2299 902-681-2410 902-665-4812 902-752-2073 902-543-2481 902-245-4970 902-742-9666 902-769-3702 902-893-7185 902-826-1782

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

Charlottetown Confederation Court Mall Summerside County Fair Mall

902-566-3332 902-436-5213

NEW BRUNSWICK

Fredericton Regent Mall Kings Place Moncton 1273 Main St. Saint John Brunswick Square McAllister Place Campbellton City Centre Mall Caraquet rue du Portage

506-450-6055 506-458-8969 506-858-7118 506-632-1880 506-633-7711 506-753-3886 506-727-7272

Dieppe Champlain Place Edmundston Atlantic Superstore Miramichi 2485 King George Hwy. Riverview Atlantic Superstore Sackville East Main Plaza St. Stephen Milltown Blvd.

Sussex Gateway Mall Tracadie-Sheila 339-5 rue du Moulin Woodstock 389 Connell St.

506-858-0045 506-739-6601 506-622-1100 506-854-7870 506-536-3636 506-466-3800 506-433-3377 506-395-2969 506-325-9210

Toll-free: 1-800-593-3334 · www.maritimetravel.ca

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TERMS & CONDITIONS All fares were valid at time of printing and are subject to availability at the time of booking. • Fares are per terms and conditions outlined in brochures of relevant tour operators. • Stopover hotel rates, where necessary, are not included. • All fares are per person based on double occupancy, taxes are extra, unless otherwise stated. Conditions apply. Offers can end at any time. Dates and prices were valid at time of printing. Offers are capacity controlled, and may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice. Cruise prices are cruise only (port charges, taxes and airfare are extra) unless otherwise indicated.

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