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YOUR VACATION DESTINATION GUIDE JANUARY 5, 2019
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The Wedding Whisperers From proposal getaways to destination weddings, the romance experts at Maritime Travel have you covered!
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he exquisitely romantic allure of tying the knot in an exotic tropical locale amid gentle trade winds and lapping warm-weather surf is more popular than ever—just ask one of our many destination wedding specialists. If Maritime Travel counsellors are not getting married on the beach themselves, then they are helping hundreds of brides have the best experience possible. “You really need an experienced and knowledgeable counsellor who knows how to make it all happen, and to help look after the details,” says Jenna Matthews, destination wedding specialist and Maritime Travel counsellor, Langley, BC. Beyond the know-how, it also helps that Maritime Travel has loads of extras for brides-to-be: 99 Free Customized Wedding Invitations 99 An online Wedding & Gift Registry at www.maritimetravel.ca. Guests can contribute to your dream getaway! 99 Gift Cards 99 2,500 Hudson’s Bay Rewards Point when you book your wedding with us! 99 Our own Maritime Travel Recommended Resorts for Weddings and Honeymoons brochure 99 Travel First, Pay Later 99 24/7 After Hours Assistance 99 & Much More In fact, we have an entire wedding kit that’s yours for the asking.
WEDDINGS AWAY— OUR TOP PICKS Love Nest: Riu Palace Pacifico, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico “What a great place for a romantic getaway! The food is scrumptious, the staff is super-friendly and the rooms are lovely.” Recommended for you by
Jenna Matthews
Suite 2 6233 - 200th Street Langley, BC 604-533-5305 jmatthews@maritimetravel.ca
Love Nest: Couples Negril, Jamaica “With only about 200 rooms, this is a simply gorgeous and intimate property with fabulous staff and five-star service. Ask me for details about planning your wedding here!” Recommended for you by
Pat Clements
2004 Main Street Penticton, BC 250-492-5792 pclements@maritimetravel.ca
Couples Negril 4H
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Riu Palace Pacifico 5H
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per person + $520 taxes Direct from Vancouver • April 2-9/19 • Sunwing — Extras only from — Receive 4,950 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
per person + $430 taxes Direct from Vancouver • April 26-May 3/19 • Sunwing — Extras only from — Receive 2,730 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
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Love Nest: Dreams Villamagna, Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico
Make a splash in the South
Recommended for you by
Margaret White
Mill Creek Crossing 109-1912 Enterprise Way, Kelowna, BC 250-860-0633 mwhite@maritimetravel.ca
Dreams Villamagna 5H
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1369
per person + $228.81 taxes Direct from Kelowna • April 4-11/19 • WestJet Vacations — Extras only from — Receive 2,738 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
South packages include Flights, transfers, 7 nights all inclusive resort
Puerto Vallarta
Riviera Nayarit
Sheraton Buganvilias Resort & Convention Center 4★ Deluxe Ocean View Room Mar 28, Apr 3 | + $412 txs/fees Vancouver departures
Grand Palladium Vallarta Resort & Spa 4 1/2★ Mar 5, 12 + $422 txs/fees Edmonton departures
Riviera Maya
Riviera Maya
Grand Sirenis Mayan Beach Hotel & Spa 4 1/2★ Junior Suite Le Mirage Feb 11, 27 | + $381 txs/fees Vancouver departures
Catalonia Yucatan Beach Resort & Spa 4★ Mar 10, 17 + $391 txs/fees Calgary departures
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Contact your Maritime Travel Counsellor for more information 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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“A luxurious resort designed for all ages, Dreams Villamagna is a top choice for a destination wedding. As well as top-notch dining, entertainment and water sports activities, this resort has a great location close to both Puerto Vallarta and the charming little town of Bucerias. Ask me for details!”
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All in for Europe! With Maritime Travel’s Worldwide Sale now on, it’s time to cross these escorted escapades off your wish list
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reak bread in a family-owned vineyard overlooking Italy’s breathtaking Prosecco country… Marvel at scenic beauty of England’s North Sea coast, or saddle up for lunch at a stud ranch where Lusitano horses were once reared in the golden pastures of Portugal’s Alentejo. Yes, this can all be part of a coach tour getaway to the Old World. “Escorted vacations are a wonderful alternative to a self-drive holiday— especially if time is precious,” says Rose Tomlinson, Manager, Maritime Travel, Kamloops. “With hand-picked itineraries, VIP access to major attractions and absolutely no lineups, you can get on with the task of enjoying that dream vacation
without any of the hassles sometimes associated with other forms of travel.” Guided getaways can be customized to be as on-the-go or leisurely as you please, with lots of personal time for exploring on your own or experiencing those insider moments. The options are as vast as the world itself. Here are just three of our top picks for Europe— encompassing adventures in Italy, Portugal and Britain.
ancient castles, quaint, thatchedroof cottages… As you travel the landscapes of Britain and Ireland, you can literally feel what remains of the hectic modern world slip away. This recommended Ireland and Britain
ESCORTED ESCAPADE: ESSENTIAL BRITAIN AND IRELAND 10-DAY VACATION WITH GLOBUS Rolling green hills dotted with fluffy sheep, mystical
MORE IN VIEW, MORE TO DO.
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NEW! ACTIVE DISCOVERY ON THE RHÔNE 8 days from Arles to Lyon | Aboard the Avalon Poetry II® $4,341† | Based on August 6, 2019 departure, cabin Cat. D Arles (embarkation), Port-Saint-Louis, Avignon, Viviers, Tain l’Hermitage/Tournon, Lyon (disembarkation)
ACTIVE DISCOVERY ON THE RHINE 8 days from Amsterdam to Mainz | Aboard the Avalon PanoramaSM $3,759† | Based on May 11, 2019 departure, cabin Cat. E Amsterdam (embarkation), Xanten, Duisburg, Düsseldorf, Cologne, Bonn, Engers, Koblenz, Boppard, Rhine Gorge, Rüdesheim, Eltville, Mainz (disembarkation) Other applicable Europe river cruises available, please inquire.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR MARITIME TRAVEL COUNSELLOR! †Featured prices are per person, in Canadian dollars, land/cruise or cruise only, based on double occupancy, departure dates as indicated, include all taxes and port charges, and reflect the Avalon $600 per person offer and the Maritime Travel $50 per person Worldwide Sale discount. Travel insurance is additional. *Book a select 2019 Avalon Waterways Active Discovery river cruise to receive $600 off per person on the cruise/land or cruise only price. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between December 18, 2018 and March 7, 2019 for travel at select times in 2019. Not applicable to custom tours. Not applicable on TBA space. Combinable with $499 fixed air offer and Welcome Back Credit (if applicable), and the Maritime Travel $50 per person Worldwide Sale discount ONLY. **Book a select 2019 Avalon Active Discovery river cruise to qualify for $499/person round-trip economy class trans-Atlantic air from YYZ, YVR, YOW, YYC, YUL. Other gateway cities available for $299/person additional (inclusive of taxes/fees). $499 air will be based on the lowest available priced itinerary at the time of air booking. Alternate schedules may be available at an additional cost. Not combinable with any other promotions or benefits, except select sailings on the $600 per person cruise offer, Welcome Back Credit (if applicable) and the Maritime Travel $50 per person discount. Quotes available online or by calling a Travel Professional. Limited to new bookings for CANADA originating travellers and economy class Flex air tickets; must be booked & under land and air deposit between December 19, 2018 and March 7, 2019 for travel on select cruise departures in 2019. Airline seats limited and may not be available on all desired travel dates. Offer does not apply to instant purchase air, Royal Suites, Custom Tours or contracted Group air. Offers apply to new bookings only and will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. The Maritime Travel Worldwide Sale discount of $50 per person is valid on select Globus family of brands vacation packages of 7 land days or longer (excluding Cosmos Lite and Escapes by Globus), with a minimum value of $1,000 per person before taxes, booked and deposited between January 1 and March 31, 2019 for travel in 2019. Additional restrictions may apply; see your Maritime travel agent for details. Offers are available from participating GFOB offices only. TICO#1893755/50015835
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“Visiting Britain and Ireland is not just about the incredible scenery. You really become immersed in the sights, sounds and feelings of it all, whether you’re walking in Shakespeare’s footsteps as you explore his ancestral home; sharing in a whiskey-tasting with friends, or staring up in wonder at an Irish castle and then checking in for a night.” Recommended for you by Krysta Robichaud, Manager 10419 80 Avenue NW Edmonton, AB 780-429-6752 krobichaud@maritimetravel.ca
Essential Britain & Ireland
$ Fr
2959
per person April 14-23/19 • 10 days • Land Only • Globus Roundtrip London including Newport, Waterford, Dublin, Edinburgh & York — Extras only from — A Savings of $100 per couple! Receive 5,918 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
ESCORTED ESCAPADE: BEST OF PORTUGAL 11-DAY VACATION WITH TRAFALGAR Sandy beaches framed by golden cliffs…deserted islands and rocky coves…terraced vines and whitewashed villages—Portugal is just one of those places that invites fantasies of relaxation amid enchanting Mediterranean surroundings. This top-rated Trafalgar tour includes time in the Douro Region, Portugal’s oldest wine-producing area and the site of some of the best port wine on the planet. Other must-do tour stops include the medieval cities and religious landmarks of Fatima and Batalha and the dramatic Hieronymite Monastery in Lisbon. “My visit to Portugal was one of my favourite vacations. Portugal is a beautiful country—it has a European feel, but also a laid-back vibe that’s very appealing.” Recommended for you by Rose Tomlinson, Manager Columbia Place, Unit 210 1210 Summit Drive Kamloops, BC rtomlinson@maritimetravel.ca
Best of Portugal
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ESCORTED ESCAPADE: COUNTRY ROADS OF NORTHERN ITALY 10-DAY VACATION WITH INSIGHT For lovers of food and wine; history and culture, northern Italy tops the list of dream destinations. From the lush olive groves and stark Alpine peaks in the north, to Shakespeare’s Verona, magical Venice and the breathtaking Italian Lake District, adventure awaits at every delicious turn on this elegantly tailored vacation with Insight Vacations “An escorted vacation to Italy can be an awesome experience, whether you’re young or young at heart. You can’t help but revel in Italy’s fabulous cuisine, breathtaking scenery and sunny climes. Take me back!” Recommended for you by
Jean Freitas
212 Newport Drive Port Moody, BC 604-933-2200 jfreitas@maritimetravel.ca
Country Roads of Northern Italy
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3745
per person July 5-14/19 • 10 days • Land Only • Insight Vacations Roundtrip Milan including Trento, Cortina D'Ampezzo, Venice, Lake Como & Lake Maggiore — Extras only from — A Savings of $100 per couple! Receive 7,490 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
— Extras only from — A Savings of $100 per couple! Receive 6,000 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
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escape with Globus offers all this, plus a taste of the cosmopolitan capital cities of Dublin, London and Edinburgh.
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Let’s do Disney! DESTINATION: FAIRFIELD INN ANAHEIM RESORT (a Disney Good Neighbor Hotel ) ®
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ocated right across the street from Disneyland® Resort, Fairfield Inn Anaheim is an affordable and popular destination that puts you right in the heart of the magic. “I’ve been to Disneyland many times and know all the ins and outs!” says Kate Cork, Maritime Travel, Calgary AB, “Two of my top tips are to use the FastPass ticket at the most popular rides and be sure to sign up for the Disney Character Dining—either the buffet or set menu—your kids will thank you!”
Recommended for you by
Kate Cork
#100 7777 10th St. NE Calgary, AB 403-292-7460 kcork@maritimetravel.ca
Fairfield Inn Anaheim Resort 3½H Air & Hotel
Fr
$
1089
per person + $266.13 taxes Direct from Edmonton • Apr. 29-May 6/19 • WestJet Vacations — — Extras only from Receive 2,178 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
Maritime Travel is proud to be named one of the Top 25 Best Employers in Canada for 2019 by Aon Canada. “Our travel counsellors are among the best and most knowledgeable in the business,” said Chairman and CEO Rob Dexter. “They are our strength. To know they are among the most highly engaged workforces in the country is particularly rewarding.” Organizations that scored in the top 25% and have more than 400 permanent Canadian employees achieved Platinum Level. Maritime Travel is the only Atlantic Canada-based company to win the Platinum award.
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Boutique Cruising Luxurious small-ship cruises up the ante on exclusivity
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oothing massage moments on deck… Wine lists that are the envy of any top restaurant… Afternoon teas… Sumptuous spas… White-glove restaurant service… Decadent 5-star cuisine… Free shore excursions… and the list goes on. Small-ship cruise lines have upped the ante on luxurious options, providing unique itineraries and pampered experiences. “Many of my clients – especially newlywed professionals and retired couples – choose luxury because of the more adult programming and the added perks involved,” says Arlene Hart, Manager, Maritime Travel, Victoria. “The smaller boutique ships can also access out-of-the-way ports.”
BOUTIQUE CRUISE LINE: OCEANIA CRUISES
BOUTIQUE CRUISE LINE: WINDSTAR CRUISES
“Oceania stands out from the pack by offering destination-rich itineraries to interesting ports of call and upscale inclusions—all for lower fares than you would expect.”
“Cruising with Windstar is like being aboard your own personal yacht and having access to small, charming ports”.
Recommended for you by Arlene Hart, Manager Unit 107, Uptown 3571 Blanshard Street Victoria, BC 250-220-8011 ahart@maritimetravel.ca
Celia Nishimura
105 - 2429 152nd Street White Rock, BC 604-531-3307 cnishimura@maritimetravel.ca
Mayan Rhythms Cruise Riviera
Fr
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1927
per person + $1072 taxes/fees Cat. G Inside • March 6/19 • 10 nights • Cruise Only Oceania Cruises Roundtrip Miami including Key West, Roatan, Santo Tomas de Castilla, Costa Maya, Cozumel & Nassau — Extras only from — Receive 3,854 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
On board experience: The atmosphere on board is decidedly adult and sophisticated, albeit casual, and there are no dedicated children’s facilities.
Location: Melia Jardines del Rey 4H
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$
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Southern Caribbean Cruise Wind Surf
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$
1799 USD
per adult + $118 USD taxes Cat. B Outside • Mar. 16/19 • 7 nights • Cruise Only Windstar Cruises Roundtrip St. Maarten including Barbuda, Dominica, Saint Lucia, Guadeloupe, Saint Kitts and St. Barthelemy
On board experience: Windstar has doubled its fleet with the addition of three 212-passenger ex-Seabourn motor yachts. All ships feature itineraries that mix marquee and exotic ports, a fabulous variety of dining venues, deluxe spa facilities and luxurious accommodations.
Direct from Calgary • Jan. 22-29/19 • Sunwing
Receive 1,690 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
PARADISUS | MELIÁ I TRYP | SOL HOTELS Club Meliá Cuba | Meliá Rewards PARADISUS | Paradisus Varadero | Paradisus Princesa del Mar | Paradisus Río de Oro | Paradisus Los Cayos | MELIÁ | Meliá Cohiba | Meliá Habana | Meliá Santiago de Cuba | Meliá Las Américas | Meliá Varadero | Meliá Marina Varadero | Meliá Buenavista | Meliá Cayo Santa María | Meliá Las Dunas | Meliá Jardines del Rey | Meliá Cayo Coco | Meliá Internacional | TRYP I Tryp Habana Libre | Tryp Cayo Coco | SOL HOTELS | Sol Sirenas Coral | Sol Palmeras | Sol Cayo Largo | Sol Cayo Santa María I Sol Cayo Coco | Sol Cayo Guillermo | Sol Río de Luna y Mares | HOTELS BY MELIÁ HOTELS INTERNATIONAL | Jagua Hotel | La Unión Hotel | Gran Hotel | Colón Hotel
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CALGARY, AB
Annual Calgary Wedding Fair For expert advice and first-hand information on honeymoons & destination weddings, visit the Maritime Travel - Beddington Towne Centre booth. SUN. JANUARY 13TH 9:30AM - 5:00PM BMO CENTRE
BURNABY, BC
Escorted Group Tours and Tailor-made Holidays with On the Go Tours Are you interested in “adventure travel” but still want to travel in style? Join us to learn more about On the Go Tours, a first-class adventure travel company! TUES. JANUARY 15TH • 5:30 PM MARITIME TRAVEL - 4425 HASTINGS STREET RSVP by Jan 9 at 604-291-6091 Door Prizes • Light Refreshments
SURREY/LANGLEY/ WHITE ROCK, BC
VICTORIA, BC
‘Your World, Your Way’ with Maritime Travel & Oceania Cruises! Featuring a fleet of warm and luxurious ships, Oceania Cruises offers an unrivaled vacation experience. Join Maritime Travel and Oceania Cruises at this informative presentation. WED. JANUARY 16TH 6:30PM - 8:30PM NORTHVIEW GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB, 6857 168TH ST – SURREY RSVP by January 11th to one of the following locations SURREY: (604) 575-5044 LANGLEY: (604) 533-5305 WHITE ROCK: (604) 531-3307
G Adventures Cultural Immersion Travel Join us and discover how travel can become life-changing when you truly immerse yourself in the wonderful cultures of unique destinations. THURS. JANUARY 17TH • 6:30 PM MARITIME TRAVEL - VICTORIA RSVP by Jan 10 at 250-220-8011 Door Prizes • Light Refreshments
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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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