Jan 5, 2019 - Atlantic Canada by Maritime Travel

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CUBA All in for

YOUR VACATION DESTINATION GUIDE JANUARY 5, 2019

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Destination: Cuba

From Cayo Coco to Varadero, our agents dish on their favourite beach retreats

aradero…Holguin…Cayo Coco…these are all wellknown among fans of Cuba's unspoiled beaches and topical havens. The good news is our friendly, knowledgeable travel counsellors are on the move, personally checking out this year’s top-trending Cuban resorts for our very own Maritime Travel Recommended Resorts program. “Our Recommended Resorts in Cuba brochure gives the inside scoop on our favourite resorts,” says Shane Benoit, Manager, Maritime Travel, Port Hawkesbury. “We’ve also talked to our customers who have stayed at these select properties. Only those properties whose quality and value have earned our “Counsellor’s Choice” seal of approval make the grade, so you know you’re in good hands as you plan your Cuba getaway.”

CAYO COCO

HOLGUIN

Located 500 kms southeast of Varadero, Cayo Coco can seem like a world away. Though commonly called Cayo Coco, this mini-island and its sister islet, Cayo Guillermo, are actually part of a grouping of exquisite little islands and atolls known as Jardines del Rey, or the King’s Gardens.

Calling it “the most beautiful land eyes have ever seen,” 15th-century explorer Christopher Columbus pretty much captured the essence of Holguin in eight short words. But Holguin’s beauty extends beyond its picturesque hills and exquisite beaches—this rugged retreat on Cuba’s northeast coast also tops the list for diving and ecotourism adventure travel.

Beach Retreat: Iberostar Playa Pilar “This is a stunning oceanfront resort with good food, amazing staff and lovely accommodations. You need to know that it’s actually a seafront resort, as opposed to beachfront—an important distinction. There’s a lovely boardwalk offering direct access to the water for your enjoyment, and a small sandy beach.” Recommended for you by Shane Benoit, Manager Port Hawkesbury Centre Port Hawkesbury, NS 902-625-3017 sbenoit@maritimetravel.ca

Family FUN! Iberostar Playa Pilar 4½H

879

per person + $411.11 taxes Direct from Halifax • March 8-15/19 • Air Canada Vacations

Beach Retreat: Paradisus Rio de Oro “A beautiful property with a lovely clifftop setting amid tiny coves and white-sand beach, this exclusive resort offers the type of seclusion that appeals to couples. Enjoy good food and fabulous service, along with lots of pampering options like his-and-hers massages in the great outdoors.” Recommended for you by

Gail Brewer

Regent Mall Fredericton, NB 506-450-6055 gbrewer@maritimetravel.ca

Adult

Hideaway

Paradisus Rio de Oro 5H

1375

per person + $400 taxes Direct from Halifax • April 28-May 5/19 • Sunwing

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CAYO SANTA MARIA

Make a splash in the South

Beach Retreat: Melia Las Dunas “This resort has an incredible beach and facilities that cater to both couples and families—lively pool area with entertainment in the family section and more Zen-like ambiance in the adults-only area. The beach is great for strolling and there are bars and a snacking station at convenient intervals.” Recommended for you by Laura Macdonald, Manager County Fair Mall Summerside, PE 902-436-5213 lmacdonald@maritimetravel.ca

Family FUN! Melia Las Dunas 4½H

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705

per person + $400 taxes Direct from Halifax • Feb. 5-12/19 • Sunwing

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

Punta Cana

Cancun

Grand Sirenis Tropical Suites 4 1/2★ Junior Suite Deluxe Le Mirage Mar 29 | + $448 txs/fees Moncton departure

Villa del Palmar Luxury Beach Resort & Spa 4 1/2★ Apr 4 | + $385 txs/fees Moncton departure

Jamaica

Riviera Maya

Luxury Bahia Principe Runaway Bay 5★ Adults Only 18+ Apr 14 | + $482 txs/fees Halifax departure

The Fives Downtown Hotel & Residences, Curio Collection by Hilton 5★ Apr 1, 8 | + $392 txs/fees Halifax departures

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For more great resorts in Cuba, check out our Recommended Resorts brochure!

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Contact your Maritime Travel Counsellor for more information Flights are from Halifax and Moncton 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 Ontario (Reg #50009486) with offices at 191 The West Mall, Suite 800, Etobicoke, ON M9C 5K8.

All prices were valid at time of printing and are subject to change without notice.

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Just 16 kilometers long and two kilometers wide, Cayo Santa Maria is a tiny tropical enclave off the north coast of Cuba. The superb white-sand beach—all 13 walkable kilometers of it—is the main attraction on this island-paradise.

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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

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 Joan Cochrane, Maritime Travel counsellor, Truro, NS. “With handpicked 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

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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

Karen Mulock

Barrington Place Halifax, NS 902-421-5000 kmulock@maritimetravel.ca

Essential Britain & Ireland

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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

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, no matter your age. You can’t help but revel in Italy’s fabulous cuisine, breathtaking scenery and sunny climes. Take me back!” Recommended for you by Kim Pettis, Manager Sunnyside Mall Bedford, NS 902-835-2111 kpettis@maritimetravel.ca

Joan Cochrane

Truro Mall Truro, NS 902-893-7185 jcochrane@maritimetravel.ca

Country Roads of Northern Italy

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Limited time offer applicable to new bookings made while supplies last for select packages and departure dates. Savings of up to 30% were calculated comparing current price to originally published rate applicable to select hotels, destinations and departures dates. Seats are subject to availability and are capacity controlled. Flights are with Sunwing Airlines, Travel Service and TUI Airways. Offer is subject to change or can be withdrawn at any time without prior notice. For details on Best Price Guarantee and full booking terms and conditions visit Sunwing.ca. 27 Fasken Drive Toronto. Ont. M9W 1K6 Reg# 2476582 | 01052019

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

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 Myranda Miller, Manager, Maritime Travel, Halifax Shopping Centre, NS. “The smaller boutique ships can also access out-ofthe-way ports.”

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“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 Myranda Miller, Manager Halifax Shopping Centre Halifax, NS 902-455-7856 mmiller@maritimetravel.ca

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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

On board experience: The atmosphere on board is decidedly adult and sophisticated, albeit casual, and there are no dedicated children’s facilities.

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per adult + $118 USD taxes Cat. B Outside • March 16/19 • 7 nights • Cruise Only Windstar Cruises Roundtrip St. Maarten including Barbuda, Dominica, Saint Lucia, Guadeloupe, Saint Kitts & 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.

Location: Melia Jardines del Rey 4H

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

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