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Let’s Go, Now! Choose between two fabulous family flings—or do them both!
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ooking for ideas for a great group getaway? Let the experts at Maritime Travel help you on your way. Here are just two of our tried and tested family vacation styles—one on land, the other by sea. And we have dozens more in store!
FAMILY VACATION: VARADERO, CUBA—IBEROSTAR VARADERO “This resort is just made for a family getaway—just make sure you ask for rooms close to the beach! It’s a client-favourite, with lots of repeat visitors.” Recommended for you by Neelam Dwivedi, Manager Royal City Centre New Westminster, BC 604-525-5933 ndwivedi@maritimetravel.ca
Located on a beautiful stretch of sandy beach, this popular resort combines a tropical atmosphere with lots of family friendly amenities.
Iberostar Varadero 5★
$ $ Fr Fr
1285 835
per adult + $400 taxes pp
per child + $400 taxes pp From Vancouver via Kelowna • Dec. 7-14/19 • Sunwing Receive 2,570 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
FAMILY VACATION: CARIBBEAN CRUISE WITH DISNEY CRUISE LINE “For the definitive family getaway, nothing beats a Disney cruise. There’s simply so much fun and entertainment for both kids and the young-at-heart (by which I mean the rest of us!). The onboard service is outstanding and each of the many dining venues is an experience in itself.” Recommended for you by
Maggie Wenzel
Beddington Towne Centre Calgary, AB 403-265-6143 mwenzel@maritimetravel.ca
Check out our Recommended Resorts brochures!
Western Caribbean Cruise Disney Magic
133980 36 $ Fr 855 Fr
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per adult + $163.06 taxes
per child + $163.06 taxes Cat. 11B • Inside • Jan. 20/19 • 5 nights • Cruise Only Disney Cruise Line Roundtrip Miami including Grand Cayman & Castaway Cay Receive 2,679 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
Best on-board attraction? The Aquaduck water slide! This wet and wonderful ride wends its way around the ship and provides just the right amount of excitement—not too fast and not too slow.
The water park here is so much fun, you’ll want to be a kid again yourself!
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Bring on the Fam Jam! Because hand-picked holidays for families are our specialty at Maritime Travel
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rom Runaway Bay, Jamaica to the legendary beaches of Mexico’s Mayan Riviera and beyond, this year’s direct sun destinations have something for every style of family escape. But choosing just the right resort for your gang can be daunting. Location, rooms, food, ambiance, activities…there’s so much to consider. At Maritime Travel, we don’t take that decision lightly. In fact, we have our own program of recommended resorts for families in Cuba, Mexico, Dominican Republic, Jamaica and more. All of the properties featured in the Maritime Travel Recommended Resorts for Families brochure have been hand-picked by our travel counsellors. Our agents have personally visited each of these resorts and have deemed them worthy of the “Counsellor’s Choice” seal of approval. Here’s a sneak peek at some of our top picks for families.
FAMILY VACATION: DREAMS HUATULCO RESORT & SPA, MEXICO “This is a beautiful resort in a small resort community, offering good food and fabulous service. If you’re in need of some R & R in a privileged setting, then this is the right choice for you and your family!”
FAMILY VACATION: DREAMS LOS CABOS GOLF RESORT & SPA, MEXICO “If you’re looking for a little luxury in your next family holiday then Dreams Los Cabos is a great choice. The service is truly amazing and the kids programming is second to none!”
Recommended for you by Isabella Beane, Manager 212 Newport Drive Port Moody, BC 604-933-2200 ibeane@maritimetravel.ca
Recommended for you by Debora Green, Manager Clearbrook Town Square Abbotsford, BC 604-746-4041 dgreen@maritimetravel.ca
Dreams Huatulco
Dreams Los Cabos
Dreams Huatulco 4½★
$ $ Fr Fr
1965 1365
per adult + $430 taxes pp
per child + $430 taxes pp Direct from Vancouver • Mar. 12-19/19 • Sunwing Receive 3,930 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
Scenic views and a delightful location amid the golden sands of Tangolunda Bay set the scene for a pampered family escape at Dreams Huatulco. Enjoy outdoor adventures in a natural paradise! Much of the Huatulco area is a national wildlife preserve and Dreams Huatulco fits in beautifully!
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Dreams Los Cabos 5★
$ $ Fr Fr
1729 69
per adult + $500.78 taxes pp
per child + $500.78 taxes pp Direct from Vancouver • Jan. 14-21/19 • Air Canada Vacations Receive 3,458 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
This upscale and unique resort enjoys a breathtaking location overlooking the Sea of Cortes and is surrounded by no fewer than eight championship golf courses.
The family friendly amenities continue with the excellent kids programming and the family two-bedroom suites, giving parents and kids their own space. Sweet!
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“This was our third family trip to this resort—we love the beach! The whole Barcelo complex of four hotels has undergone an immense renovation and the results are awesome!”
Your South getaway awaits
Recommended for you by
Christine Aske
714 Park Royal North West Vancouver, BC 604-922-9683 caske@maritimetravel.ca Barceló Maya Grand
Barceló Maya Grand 4½★
$ $ Fr Fr
1479 859
per adult + $397.12 taxes pp
deposit Price Drop Plus And › A reduced › OurGuarantee › Option › more! of only $100 upgrade South packages include Flights, transfers, 7 nights all inclusive resort
per child + $397.12 taxes pp Direct from Vancouver • Jan. 9-16/19 • Transat Receive 17,958 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
Punta Cana
Riviera Nayarit
VIK hotel Arena Blanca 3 1/2★ Superior Garden View Room Nov 5, 12 | + $462 txs/fees Edmonton departures
Grand Palladium Vallarta Resort & Spa 4★ Deluxe Room Imperial Club Dec 18 | + $416 txs/fees Vancouver departure
Holguin
Jamaica
Hotel Playa Pesquero 4 1/2★ Room Montecristo Club Jan 8, 15 | + $359 txs/fees Vancouver departures
Royal Decameron Montego Beach 4★ Jan 1 | + $489 txs/fees Calgary departure
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Newly renovated, this resort offers more choices of restaurants and bars, plus a brand-new water park, all within an amenity-packed four-hotel complex. Some of the new facilities include a water park with slides and a surf simulator, and a new sports bar complete with bowling alley!
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Maritime Travel Hudson’s Bay Rewards Points Offer: Book by Nov 30, 2018, for travel from Nov 1, 2018 to May 31, 2019 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. Offer cannot be combined with any other promotion. Not applicable on air only, groups, child rates and last minute bookings (21 days prior to departure). Flights are from Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton 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 descriptions and terms and conditions, refer to transat.com or contact your Maritime Travel Professional. Transat is a division of Transat Tours Canada Inc., and is registered as a travel wholesaler in British Columbia (Reg #2454) with offices at 2175 West 41st Ave Vancouver, BC, V6M 1Z6. †
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FAMILY VACATION: BARCELÓ MAYA GRAND, MAYAN RIVIERA, MEXICO
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You will not want to miss these incredible ‘Northern Lights’ Events…coming in October! Not only will we be introducing a number of ‘Exclusive and Hosted’ northern tours and cruises, we plan to WOW you with these amazing itineraries, special presenters and entertain you with very special Northern talent! Mark your calendar and wait for more details to come in a few weeks! If you wish to get yourself on our ‘pre-registration’…simply call your favourite Maritime Travel counsellor! There will be a minimal entry fee with all proceeds going to Indigenous northern communities. Exclusive and Hosted northern itineraries include: Air North: Yukon & NWT G Adventures: National Geographic ‘Explore Iceland’
Coming soon to a location near you! West Vancouver
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Friday, October 19 • 7-9pm Mary Irvin Theatre, Camosun College
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Other applicable vacations available, please inquire.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR MARITIME TRAVEL COUNSELLOR! Featured price is per person, in Canadian dollars, land only, based on double occupancy, departure dates as indicated, includes all taxes, and reflects the Globus 10% discount and the Maritime Travel $50 per person Fall Early Booking promo discount. Flights and travel insurance are additional. *Book and deposit a 2018 Globus South & Central America vacation (excluding Escapes by Globus) 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 between June 6 and November 27, 2018 for travel in 2019. Offer not valid with any other offer except the Welcome Back credit (if applicable), air credit and the Maritime 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 Maritime 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, 2018 for travel in 2018 or 2019. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Additional restrictions may apply; see your Maritime Travel agent for details. TICO#1893755/50015835
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‘Me, too’ Cruises for Families—our top picks
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ooking for your best bet for that family getaway? “There’s no question that a cruise is a wonderful hassle-free option,” says Carolina Gonzalez, Maritime Travel counsellor, Oak Bay, BC. “Today’s cruise lines have really gone all out to cater to families and multigenerational groups, with many of them offering an impressive array of entertainment and programming geared specifically to that market.” Here’s a peak at some of our favourites.
FAMILY CRUISE VACATION: EASTERN CARIBBEAN WITH NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE “Norwegian’s flexible “freestyle cruising” approach has lots of family appeal. The newer ships have abundant family friendly activities and spaces where they can spend more quality time together onboard. Popular activities include rock-climbing and rappelling walls, bowling lanes and expansive water park areas.” Recommended for you by
Carolina Gonzalez
Carla Carson
2004 Main St. Penticton, BC 250-492-5792 ccarson@maritimetravel.ca
Eastern Caribbean Cruise Norwegian Bliss
113670 21 $ Fr 534
Check out our Recommended Resorts and Cruising Guide brochures!
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“Royal Caribbean is my all-time favourite for familyfocused cruise vacations. The entertainment is incredible and the dining is flexible and innovative. These megaships have all the bells and whistles including multiple pools, rock-climbing walls, ice-skating rinks and 3-D theatres. And that’s before you even look at the destination-rich shore excursions on offer.” Recommended for you by
Carolina Gonzalez 2187 Oak Bay Avenue, Unit 104 Victoria, BC 250-598-5252 cgonzalez@maritimetravel.ca
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FAMILY CRUISE VACATION: WESTERN CARIBBEAN ABOARD SYMPHONY OF THE SEAS
Western Caribbean Cruise Symphony of the Seas per adult + $324.75 taxes
per child + $324.75 taxes Cat. IX • Inside • Dec. 1/18 • 7 nights • Cruise Only Norwegian Cruise Line Roundtrip Miami including St. Thomas, Tortola & Nassau Receive 2,273 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
Newcomer to the NCL fleet, the Bliss is home to the largest racetrack at sea!
1181 $ Fr 651 Fr
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per adult + $115 taxes
per child + $115 taxes
Cat. 3V • Inside • Nov. 9/18 • 4 nights • Cruise Only Royal Caribbean International Roundtrip Miami including Cozumel
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Receive 2,362 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
The newest ship in the RCI fleet, Symphony of the Seas has all the attractions your family could ever want, including in-the-dark laser-tag, and twin Flowrider surf simulators, to name just two.
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