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Hello, Sault Ste. Marie!
FEBRUARY 16, 2019
YOUR VACATION DESTINATION GUIDE
Greetings from your Local Maritime Travel Team
The Travel Experts! Europe, Asia & beyond!
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Introducing Team Sault Ste. Marie Dive into a whole new world of travel benefits with the Maritime Travel experts in your Sault Ste. Marie neighbourhood
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reating travel memories to last a lifetime is what we’re all about,” says Bonnita Albert, Manager, Sault Ste. Marie. “When you take all the wonderful extras provided by Maritime Travel and combine them with the knowledge and experience my team members Tina Kennedy, Barb Tremblay, Agnes Hughson and I have, it’s a winning combination.” With over 100 years of combined experience, the team specializes in ocean and river cruises, adventure travel, escorted tours, and matching clients to the Caribbean resort that’s just right for them. They also have considerable expertise in corporate travel, with counsellor Agnes Hughson dedicated full-time to managing corporate accounts. Bonnita and her colleagues enjoy providing customers all the advantages Maritime Travel offers—like the Best Price Guarantee, 24-7 customer care, no service fees on vacation packages and cruises, and pricing that’s the same as online. They are also excited to promote Maritime Travel’s powerful new online booking tool, which allows clients to shop online directly for cruises, vacation packages, hotels and more. Plus, customers can Travel First, Pay Later by using the Hudson’s Bay credit card or Hudson’s Bay Mastercard. Clients can also earn valuable Hudson’s Bay Rewards points on every booking with Maritime Travel, whether it’s a car rental or a vacation package. “I take great pleasure in seeing the excitement build when we are planning a vacation that makes a lifetime of memories,” says Bonnita. “We look forward to welcoming new clients to our Sault Ste. Marie branch and helping make those travel dreams a reality!”
Since 1949, Maritime Travel has grown to become one of Canada’s largest independently owned travel agency groups with 117 locations nationwide. Bonnita Albert Favourite Destinations: “I am inspired by off-the-beaten path destinations and enjoy building different styles Bonnita Albert of vacation experiences, Branch Manager balbert@ from river and ocean maritimetravel.ca cruises to land tours that enable you to experience the culture of the area. My river cruise to Vietnam and Cambodia with AmaWaterways was a bucket-list trip and Tunisia and Israel are also among my favourite destinations.” Tina Kennedy Favourite Destinations: “I am definitely inspired by nature and love to experience itineraries that include mountains, Tina Kennedy Travel Counsellor beautiful vistas and tkennedy@ wildlife. That’s one of maritimetravel.ca the reasons I enjoy selling cruises and land tours to Alaska so much. For myself personally, however, I’d say my favourite destinations are South Africa and New Zealand.”
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Barb Tremblay Favourite Destinations: “For winter travel, I love the Caribbean. I love staying at resorts where I can explore the Barb Tremblay Travel Counsellor destination, experience btremblay@ the culture and stroll maritimetravel.ca along a beautiful beach. I also love Costa Rica. For spring and fall, send me to Europe, please! I’m also inspired by my clients’ enthusiasm to try new things, whether it’s their first all-inclusive, a motorcoach tour or a cruise.” Agnes Hughson Favourite Destinations: “As a corporate agent, I am inspired by companies who are organized and Agnes Hughson Travel Counsellor clear on what they ahughson@ allow their employees maritimetravel.ca to do. I particularly enjoy working with clients in the movie industry as there is constant change and excitement. For myself personally, my favourite destinations are Europe (for river cruises), Israel and Greece.”
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t Maritime Travel Sault Ste. Marie we love to play matchmaker! Here are some of our top picks for ocean and river cruise vacations. Take a look and then contact us to get matched up!
SUGGESTED CRUISE: 7-NIGHT RICHES OF THE MEKONG RIVER CRUISE WITH AmaWATERWAYS Recommended for you by Bonnita “The most exotic cruise experience I’ve crossed off my bucket list so far is the Mekong. The people, the scenery, the mystery and magic…it’s the perfect destination for clients in search of exotic culture and comfortable adventures.” Unlike traditional river cruises that sail past European capitals, the route through Vietnam and Cambodia offers stunning contrasts of ancient landscapes, bustling towns and rural river villages.
Riches of the Mekong AmaDara
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SUGGESTED CRUISE: 7-DAY ALASKAN INSIDE PASSAGE WITH HOLLAND AMERICA LINE Recommended for you by Tina The fabled Inside Passage is one of the most scenic sea lanes in the world, and one of the few where deep-draft vessels can sail close to steep mountain walls. Count on unbelievable scenery, ranging from verdant forests and glens, to stunning turquoise glaciers and intriguing towns and outposts steeped in history and adventure.
Alaskan Inside Passage Nieuw Amsterdam
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per person, including $281.26 taxes Cat. K Inside • May 11/19 • 7 nights • Cruise Only Holland America Line Roundtrip Vancouver including Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay & Ketchikan — Extras only from — Receive 2,272 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
SUGGESTED CRUISE: BLUE DANUBE DISCOVERY CRUISE WITH AmaWATERWAYS Recommended for you by Barb Join your onboard Wellness Host on a voyage of discovery that includes a variety of well-being options such as exercise classes, relaxation techniques and healthy culinary offerings with locally sourced ingredients. Ships are also equipped with a fleet of bicycles, a fitness room, spa massage rooms and a walking track.
Blue Danube Discovery AmaCerto
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per person, including $215 taxes Cat. D Window • June 30/19 • 7 nights • Cruise Only AmaWaterways Budapest to Nuremburg including Bratislava, Vienna, Klosterneuburg, Durnstein, Melk, Linz, Passau & Regensburg — — Extras only from Receive 9,200 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
per person, including $199 taxes pp Cat. B Balcony • December 2/19 • 7 nights • Cruise Only AmaWaterways Kampong Cham to Ho Chi Minh City including Ankgor Ban, Oknhatey, Phnom Penh, Oudong, Kampong-Tralach, Tan Chau, Sa Dec, Xeo Quyt & Cai Be — Extras only from — $100 USD Shipboard Credit per Stateroom! Receive 7,292 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
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Worldwide Wish List Costa Rica, New Zealand and Israel—let us be your guide!
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rom Australia to Slovenia, Costa Rica to the Galapagos, our Maritime Travel counsellors are constantly on a worldwide prowl, seeking out new destinations and travel experiences to share with our clients. It turns out that escorted vacations— including adventure travel, epicurean getaways and cultural experiences—are trending for 2019. “Today’s coach tours are offering a new generation of intrepid discoverers the chance to explore their most treasured bucket
list destinations, without getting lost, worrying about where best to stay, where best to dine, and what best to see,” says Bonnita Albert, Manager, Sault Ste. Marie. “From the moment you arrive at the airport to the moment you’re back at the departure lounge, all the details are looked after. You just need to relax and enjoy yourself.” It’s that simple.
ESCORTED VACATION: 8-DAY ISRAEL & JORDAN ON A SHOESTRING WITH G ADVENTURES
ESCORTED VACATION: 7-DAY INDULGENCE IN COSTA RICA WITH INSIGHT VACATIONS
ESCORTED VACATION: 8-DAY NEW ZEALAND NORTHERN DISCOVERY WITH TRAFALGAR TOURS
Recommended for you by Bonnita Israel and Jordan are among the world’s oldest tourist destinations—everyone from Moses to Lawrence of Arabia had it on their bucket list—and the destination of choice for the odd fictional character, like Indiana Jones. Having experienced it for myself, I now understand why it’s heading back up the list of must-see destinations! Explore the winding alleyways of Jerusalem’s Old City, see Petra’s stunning tombs and monasteries carved into rock walls, learn about Bedouin culture during an overnight stay in the desert, and hit the beach in Tel Aviv on this whirlwind tour recommended for 18 to 30-somethings.
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Israel and Jordan on a Shoestring
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per person August 18-25/19 • Land Only • G Adventures Jerusalem to Tel Aviv including Jerash, Wadi Musa/Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea
“There is nowhere in the world like Costa Rica. You’ll fall in love with its splendid landscapes of verdant rainforest, stunning beaches and vibrant tropical species of plants and animals.” Grab your camera and get ready for an awesome eco-escapade to Costa Rica with Insight Vacations. Among the many highlights of this tour is a visit to the majestic Arenal Volcano with a local volcanologist and a delightfully unique lunch among the tropical plants at idyllic Else Kientzler Botanical Garden.
Indulgence in Costa Rica
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“I had a great time in this beautiful and very clean country. It’s the ultimate sightseeing destination!” New Zealand’s pretty towns, natural wonders and breathtaking scenery are experienced in a worry-free vacation where every detail is looked after. Sip a glass of delicious New Zealand Chardonnay and drink in all that this South Pacific gem has to offer—from the Waitomo Glowworm Caves to the magnificent coastal vistas.
New Zealand Northern Discovery
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per person April 13-19/19 • Land Only • Insight Vacations San Jose to Liberia including Bajos Del Toro Cloud Forest & Tabacon — Extras only from — A Savings of $100.00 per couple! Receive 10,550 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
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per person September 21-28/19 • Land Only • Trafalgar Auckland to Wellington including Bay of Islands & Rotorua — — Extras only from A Savings of $100.00 per couple! Receive 6,690 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
— Extras only from — A Savings of $100.00 per couple! Receive 3,498 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
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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. SSM