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Mexico Magico!
YOUR VACATION DESTINATION GUIDE OCTOBER 28, 2017
Culinary
Adventures Recommended
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Mexico Magico!
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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. Indeed, it is 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,” says Laura Woolfrey, LeGrow’s Travel counsellor, Lewisporte. But for visitors, no matter which coast you choose, you can count on a magical mix of ancient history and modern luxury. For an inside look at some of the top resorts in Mexico pick up a copy of our
own LeGrow’s Travel Recommended Resorts in Mexico brochure. And start planning your next great escape!
Agent Insider— Introducing some of our top picks for Mexico!
CANCUN Crown Paradise Club Cancun Crown Paradise Club offers loads of variety in terms of dining and activities and it’s a top choice for families.
“With all the kids’ and teen programming on offer, this is a great choice for families with kids of all ages! And if you’re vacationing as a couple or with adult friends, there’s lots to suit you also—including the adults-only rooftop pool and the separate accommodations.” Recommended for you by
Laura Woolfrey
Lewisporte Shopping Ctr. Lewisporte 709-535-6650 lwoolfrey@legrowstravel.ca
Crown Paradise Club Cancun
Crown Paradise Club Cancun 4½ ★
1495
$
pp + $430 taxes Direct from St. John's • Apr. 20-27/18 • Sunwing A Savings of $100 per couple! BOOK BY OCT. 31st
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The kids club is an actual water park and there’s a great teen disco that goes on late into the evening.
ALL Beachfront. ALL Luxury. ALL on Jamaica’s South Coast.
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he all-new Sandals South Coast (formerly Sandals Whitehouse) is the perfect combination of European charm and an all-beachfront tropical resort. From Over-the-Water Bungalows (coming soon), an Over-the-Water Bar and a romantic Over-the-Water Wedding Chapel, Sandals South Coast brings guests closer than ever to the water. Set on a pristine 2-mile stretch of white sand beach and nestled within a 500-acre nature preserve, this spectacular seaside oasis features three distinctive European Villages. Relax by one of three pools, including Jamaica’s largest, or dine at nine gourmet restaurants. At night, extravagant bonfi re areas and fi repits add to the glow of this truly unique all-inclusive vacation destination in the heart of paradise.
$
289365
pp + $515.35 taxes From St. John’s via Toronto • Apr. 30-May 7/18 • Air Canada Vacations A Savings of $100 per couple!
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Contact your LeGrow’s Travel Counsellor for details. Price is per person based on double occupancy, and is subject to availability at time of booking. Taxes are extra. Stopover hotels not included.
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MAYAN RIVIERA
“One thing you’ll love is all the water features at this resort, including a waterpark and slides for the little ones and a lovely adults-only pool that’s an oasis of rest and relaxation.”
“I just love this resort! It was heaven eating breakfast overlooking the Caribbean every morning and looking for all the different species of wildlife on the property. The whole resort is just made for families!” Recommended for you by
Lori Pike
Recommended for you by
Joann Williams
Main Highway Bay Roberts 709-786-7902 lpike@legrowstravel.ca
Carol Lake Shopping Centre Labrador City 709-944-7647 jwilliams@legrowstravel.ca
Occidental at Xcaret Barceló Maya Palace Deluxe
CRUISE MONTH SPECIAL— Cruising the Mexican Riviera! As the fourth most popular cruise destination in the world, the Mexican Riviera is rapidly building a strong reputation as an alternative to the Caribbean. “I love Mexico’s Pacific coast with all its neat seafront towns and charming resorts, so a portby-port cruise is really a nice way to explore this lovely region!” Recommended for you by Darlene Caines, Manager 69 Manitoba Drive Clarenville 709-466-2672 dcaines@legrowstravel.ca
Mexican Riviera Cruise Carnival Splendor Barceló Maya Palace 5 ★
Fr
$
1381
62 pp
+ $427.38 taxes Direct from Montreal • Nov. 20-27/17 • Air Canada Vacations A Savings of $100 per couple!
Guests of the Palace can also enjoy the gourmet restaurants and facilities of all the other hotels in the complex, which adds a great deal of variety.
Occidental at Xcaret Destination 4 ★
$
1325
pp + $430 taxes Direct from St. John's • Apr. 20-27/18 • Sunwing A Savings of $100 per couple! BOOK BY OCT. 31st
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64875
$
pp + Taxes/Fees $122.81 pp Cat. 4A Interior • Feb. 24-Mar.3/18 • 7 nights • Cruise Only Carnival Cruises Roundtrip Los Angeles including Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan & Puerto Vallarta
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Just steps from the resort, guests can partake of unique experiences like snorkelling through underwater gardens and caves, swimming with dolphins and exploring Mayan ruins.
Check out our Mexico Recommended Resorts brochure!
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*Minimum purchase required and amount may vary by tour operator. For bookings made Sept. 1 to Nov. 30, 2017, excluding Sunwing & Signature Vacations (Oct. 1-31). Not applicable to last-minute departures, air-only or group bookings. Merchandise available while supplies last and may not be exactly as shown. Offer can end at any time. Other restrictions may apply.
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Barceló Maya Palace The most luxurious hotel in the five-hotel Barceló complex, the Barceló Maya Palace is designed to envelope guests in tranquil beachfront elegance. You’ll love the Colonial-style architecture and lush, tropical grounds.
Occidental at Xcaret Destination Newly updated and renovated, this resort enjoys a unique location adjacent to the eco-ecological park of Xcaret, combining breathtaking surroundings with many amenities and comforts for a solid-value price point.
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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. Photo: Barceló Puerto Vallarta
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Book by: December 9, 2017 (11:59 p.m. MT) Travel: Now - December 16, 2017
Book your WestJet Vacations package through your LeGrow’s 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.
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Contact your LeGrow’s Travel Counsellor TODAY! New bookings only made by November 5, 2017 for departures between February 1 and March 31, 2018. Select packages and departure dates only. Applicable to packages with non-stop flights in Economy Class 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 LeGrow’s 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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Those with a passion for food and wine have plenty to swoon about. Just ask our agents.
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ou would be hard-pressed to find a passionate world traveller who does not also have a passion for fine food and wine. “In my experience, food and travel are inextricably linked. Fully experiencing a destination means getting to know the local cuisine,” says Judy Jenkins, Manager, LeGrow’s Travel, Gander. “I love planning culinary vacations for my foodie clients, whether it’s one of our own small-group specialty tours, or a culinary cruise.” These days, there is so much to choose from when considering a foodie trip of a lifetime. Here are two of our top picks for a culinary escape—one on land, the other on the Danube.
CULINARY RIVER CRUISE WITH AVALON WATERWAYS “As though a dream river cruise from Vienna to Munich weren’t enough, adding in a foodie theme just brings the experience to the next level! With the Avalon culinary-themed cruise, you’re accompanied by a Master of Wine, ready to share all the requisite expertise at lectures and wine and food tastings throughout. Bon Appetite!” Recommended for you by Judy Jenkins, Manager Gander Mall Gander 709-651-4666 jjenkins@legrowstravel.ca
A Culinary Experience on the Danube Artistry II
3802
$
pp + Taxes/Fees $160 pp Cat. D • Jul.17-25/18 • 7 nights • Cruise Only • Avalon Waterways Vienna to Munich including Durnstein, Melk, Grein, Linz & Passau A Savings of $100 per couple!
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Foodie Focus!
Since this is a cruise with a foodie theme, there’ll be culinary treats and tastings throughout, including an exclusive onboard food and wine-pairing dinner hosted by a Master of Wine, while docked in Grein, Austria.
ITALIAN ESCAPE WITH GLOBUS Rome’s savagery, Venice’s decadence and Florence’s romance, for starters—this gracefully escorted adventure introduces the different culinary charms of Italy with overnight stays in some of the bootshaped nation’s most diverse cities. Firsthand highlights? How about the amazing architecture of Rome, the sumptuous food and delicious wine of Tuscany and the breathtaking art and scenic beauty throughout the journey. Experience the passion of Italy on this wonderful winter escape—without the crowds and without the high-season prices. "For lovers of food and wine, Tuscany tops the list of dream destinations. From lush olive groves to delectable tastings at exclusive wineries, custom cooking classes, and historic stone-clad accommodations, adventure awaits at every delicious turn." Recommended for you by
Rhonda Farr
@ Sobeys, Pearl Place Mt. Pearl 709-758-6730 rfarr@legrowstravel.ca
Italian Escape
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$
1479
pp
Mar. 4-11/18 • Land Only • Globus Rome to Venice including Assisi, Florence & Pisa A Savings of $100 per couple!
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Optional Florentine Dinner—Find out first-hand why the best and most delicate food and wines originate in Tuscany. Be sure to come with an appetite for this evening to remember!
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Culinary Adventures— on land and on water!
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Recommended City Escapes New York or Nashville—pick your poison!
NEW YORK, NEW YORK Not looking for a country-mouse kind of vacation? Prefer the bustle of a bright-lights metropolis to the quieter rhythms of a small town or romantic hideaway? If you’re a city slicker by nature, then New York is definitely the city for you.
New York City Holiday Inn New York City – Times Square
$
113459
pp + tax Dec. 5-9/17 • Hotel Only • Holiday Escapes Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Pass: $76.00 per person
Fr
“New York surely lives up to its moniker as the ‘City that never Sleeps!’ I’m always captivated by the sights and sounds, from the excitement of Times Square to taking in the skyline at night from atop the Rockefeller Center to taking in an authentic Broadway musical like Jersey Boys. There’s so much to see and do that you need to go back time and again!” Recommended for you by Lois Follett, Manager Peninsula Mall Marystown 709-279-3500 lfollett@legrowstravel.ca
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Lisbon–Obidos–Alcobaça–Nazaré–Fátima–Tomar–Conimbriga–Coimbra–Oporto– Guimaraes–Viseu–Belmonte–Castelo De Vide–Evora–Algarve–Azeitao–Lisbon
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Lisbon–Fátima–Oporto–Vigo, Spain–La Toja Island–Santiago De Compostela–Luarca–Oviedo– Santillana Del Mar–Bilbao–San Sebastian–Pamplona–Saragossa–Barcelona Barcelona, Spain
Other applicable vacations available, please inquire.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR LEGROW ’ S TR AVEL COUNSELLOR! Featured prices are per person, in Canadian dollars, land only, based on double occupancy, departure dates as indicated, include all taxes, and reflect the Globus 10% discount and the LeGrow’s Travel $50 per person Fall Early Booking promo discount. Travel insurance is additional. *Book and deposit a 2018 Globus Europe (excluding Escapes by Globus and 2020 Oberammergau) 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 28, 2017 for travel in 2018. Offer not valid with any other offer except Journeys Club Repeat Traveller benefit (if applicable) and the LeGrow’s Travel $50 per person Fall Early Booking offer. Not applicable to custom tours. Discount will apply to individual members of groups adding a name and non-refundable per person deposit WITHIN the promo window. Not applicable on TBA space. Applies to new 2018 bookings only. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. The LeGrow’s Travel Fall 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, 2017 for travel in 2017 or 2018. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Additional restrictions may apply; see your LeGrow’s Travel agent for details. TICO#1893755/50015835
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NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE It’s time to slide into your party shoes and head for the country charms of Nashville, Tennessee, the most famous country music destination in the world. An electric city filled with fun, talent and good times, Nashville’s downtown area is clustered with bars, where the lively music spills out into the street. A great city for good times.
“I was amazed by Nashville. There’s so much to do here that there’s no way you could ever get bored. From the Grand Ole Opry to the Country Music Hall of Fame to the General Jackson Show Boat, I loved it all. The shopping is amazing, too and the downtown nightlife is the best you’ll find anywhere, with all the bars close together and filled with great bands trying to make the big time!” Recommended for you by
Dawn Penton
Reitman's Mall, Loring Drive Happy Valley - Goose Bay 709-896-7375 dpenton@legrowstravel.ca
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397
St. John’s departures
Punta Cana
La Romana*
Sirenis Cocotal Beach Resort, Casino & Aquagames 4★ Mar 5, 12 | + $470 txs/fees
Luxury Bahia Principe Bouganville Don Pablo Collection 5★ Mar 26 | + $470 txs/fees
Punta Cana
Punta Cana
Grand Palladium Bavaro Suites Resort & Spa 4 1/2★ Master Junior Suite Imperial Club Apr 30 | + $470 txs/fees
Excellence Punta Cana 5★ Junior Suite Run of the House Luxury Collection Apr 9 | + $470 txs/fees
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1229
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$
1749
pp
May 17-21/18 • 3 nights • Land Only • Holiday Escapes Based on double occupancy. Tax included.
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Four Points by Sheraton Nashville 4 ★
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Varadero: Paradisus Princesa del Mar 5★
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$
1235
pp + $400 taxes
Direct from Deer Lake • Apr. 10-17/18 • Sunwing A Savings of $100 per couple! BOOK BY OCT. 31st
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