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Time to Head South! Our top picks for winter sun
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ith the holidays in the rearview mirror and months of dreary winter weather still ahead, a trip to the sunny south is a dream worth acting on. “The best prescription for the winter blahs is a dose of Caribbean sun, in my opinion,” says Connie Quenneville, Maritime Travel Advisor, Oshawa, ON. Lucky for the rest of us, Connie and her Maritime Travel colleagues have been travelling all over the Caribbean and beyond this past year … checking out the beach scene and uncovering the best options for some muchneeded winter sun in Mexico, Hawaii, Jamaica, Cuba and beyond. The top resorts are then selected for our very own Maritime Travel Recommended Resorts program. “I’ve visited so many of the best allinclusive resorts myself,” says Connie. “But if there’s one I haven’t seen, I have quick access to 400 of my travel colleagues across the country to get the real story.” Here are just three of their picks for kicking the winter blahs.
Destination: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic—Dreams Palm Beach “Dreams Palm Beach is a real favourite—I have clients who’ve returned many times because they love it so much. While there’s lots of recreation entertainment and dining choices here, I do recommend the Preferred Club upgrade.” Recommended for you by
Connie Quenneville
Oshawa Gateway Shopping Complex, Unit #3 251 Ritson Road North Oshawa, ON 905-579-7982 cquenneville@maritimetravel.ca
Destination: Cancun, Mexico— Crown Paradise Club “While there’s lots of adult friendly stuff here, the Crown Paradise is one of my top picks for family fun! The kid and teen programming is very comprehensive and the kids club is an actual waterpark.” Recommended for you by
Jane Kojavakian
@ Hudson’s Bay, Fairview Mall Pointe-Claire, QC 514-697-2225 jkojavakian@maritimetravel.ca Among the various freshwater pools on site, the adults-only rooftop pool is a winner, according to Jane.
You’ll love the self-serve ice cream bar and the noreservations-required policy at the specialty restaurants.
Crown Paradise Club 4H Dreams Palm Beach 5H
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$
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per person, includes $413.40 taxes Direct from Montreal • Apr. 29-May 6/20 • Transat — Extras only from — Receive 2,030 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
— Extras only from — Receive 1,696 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
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Destination: Montego Bay, Jamaica— Iberostar Grand Rose Hall
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“I had the pleasure of attending a destination wedding at this beautiful resort. The food and service were excellent and the staff ensured that everyone in the group had a wonderful experience.” Recommended for you by
Barb Tremblay
542 Queen Street East Sault Ste. Marie, ON 705-942-2800 btremblay@maritimetravel.ca This resort is close to Hip Strip and Margaritaville— where the action is. A quick cab ride will get you there!
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Iberostar Grand Rose Hall 5H
$ Fr
2449
per person, includes $533.29 taxes From Sault Ste. Marie via Toronto • Apr. 16-24/20 • Air Canada Vacations Stopover hotel NOT included. — Extras only from — Receive 3,830 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
Sweet perks down south
Treat yourself to extra pampering during your beach getaway at Transat’s Distinction Collection hotels in 15 Sun destinations. Benefits exclusive to Transat1
You’ll also enjoy:
> Direct roundtrip transfers between the airport and hotel
> Welcome cocktail and cold towel upon arrival
> Additional guaranteed reservations at à la carte restaurants
> Beach towels, bathrobes and slippers in the room3
> Free Wi-Fi2
> Bottle of wine or local specialty in the room upon arrival3
> Mini-bar stocked daily
> Concierge service
> Unlimited select international drinks
> Turndown service3
> Free in-room safe
> Golf or spa discounts1
Vacation is calling Contact your Maritime Travel Advisor for more information
Check out our Recommended Resorts brochures for more great Sun Holidays! CW
1 Some inclusions may vary by resort. See hotel descriptions for details. 2Some restrictions may apply. 3Where available. Flights are via Air Transat. 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; in British Columbia (Reg #2454) with offices at 2175 West 41st Ave, Vancouver, British Columbia V6M 1Z6; in Quebec (Reg #754241) with offices at 300 Léo-Pariseau, Suite 500, Montreal QC H2X 4C2.
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t Maritime Travel, we take our travel seriously, but we still manage to have some fun– and we love to bring that knowledge and experience to you. With our Worldwide Sale now on, it’s time to dig into some of those bucket list experiences. Here’s just a tiny sampling of some of the dream destinations we’ve visited lately
Discover: Country Roads of Croatia with Insight Vacations (14 days) Perilously positioned between Central Europe and the Balkans, Croatia is a fabulous amalgam of diverse cultures, medieval and modern metropolises, and endless coastlines on the islandstudded Adriatic Sea. Highlights of
this recommended vacation include the world-famous Postojna Caves, the scenic wonderland of Plitvice Lakes National Park, an island-hopping excursion to Hvar, and the fabled walled town of Dubrovnik, Pearl of the Adriatic. “Croatia is truly a beautiful country, with something unique to admire at every turn. From the stunning waterfalls in Plitvice National Park, to the fantastic coastal drives, it’s just packed with ancient history along with wonderful modern overtones. This is one for your bucket list!”
Country Roads of Croatia
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4500
per person October 17-30/20 • 10 days • Land Only • Insight Vacations Zagreb to Dubrovnik including Postojna, Pula, Rovinj, Opatija, Plitvice Lakes, Zadar, Trogir, Hvar, Korčula, Orebić, Mali Ston & Cavtat — — Extras only from A Savings of $100 per couple! Receive 9,000 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
Recommended for you by Heather McDonald, CTC Cataraqui Centre 945 Gardiners Road Kingston, ON 613-389-8170 hmcdonald@maritimetravel.ca
Receive up to $1500 resort credit at select Five-Star Palace Resorts in Mexico and Jamaica Book a 5-8 night vacation package to select Palace Resorts, and receive $1500 in resort credits per room, per stay to customize your dream vacation. With endless activities available, the choices are yours at Palace Resorts. The value of the resort credit is flexible based on the desired length of stay: • 5 to 8-night packages - $1500 resort credit • 4-night package - $750 resort credit • 3-night package - $500 resort credit Want to stay even longer? Receive up to $2,500 in resort credit: • 9-11 night packages - $2,000 resort credit • 12+ night packages - $2,500 resort credit Please note conditions apply to the use of resort credit, see offer conditions below.
Book by: December 16, 2020 (11:59 p.m. MT) Travel: Now - December 23, 2020 Cancun: Le Blanc Spa Resort, Sun Palace, The Grand at Moon Palace, Beach Palace, Moon Palace Cancun Los Cabos: Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos Riviera Maya: Playacar Palace Ocho Rios/Runaway Bay: Moon Palace Jamaica
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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. A minimum 3-night stay is required. Resort credit is valued in USD and can be used towards select tours, golf, spa/beauty salon services, romantic dinners, diving packages, Vacation Memories photo packages, and Palace Resorts Wedding Collection. Promotion, prices and applicable services are subject to change without notice. Promotion will not be extended to travellers on: FAM trips, travel agent or employee rates, complimentary, incentive or compensatory stays. Resort credit cannot be exchanged for cash, products or merchandise. There is no cash reimbursement if unused. There is a 16% service fee on all products and services rendered with the resort credit. Some restrictions apply towards golf credits; see front desk for details. Taxes, surcharges and/or gratuity not included. Offer is applicable to all room categories. Inclusions can be changed or withdrawn at any time without notice. There is no cash reimbursement if unused. Credits are issued per room per stay. Blackout dates may apply. For any further details, please see hotel front desk. Ontario travel agents are covered by TICO. Mailing address: 6085 Midfield Road, Toronto ON L5P 1A2. TICO registration number: 50018683.
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Discover: Classic Costa Rica with On the Go Tours (8 days)
From the avant garde futurism of Tokyo to the historic temples of Kyoto, Japan is both ageless and ancient. This recommended Japan tour is designed for value-minded travellers with an appreciation for history, architecture and splendid natural scenery. You’ll start in Tokyo and end in Osaka, with overnight stops along the way in the Mount Fuji area, Kyoto and Hiroshima.
This 8-day whirlwind tour is perfect for the adventurer with limited time who wants to hit the highlights of this diverse country. Chillax on the beach, get up close and personal with one of the world’s most active volcanoes, melt away in thermal springs, visit a local farm and stroll around San Jose—it’s all included.
“Japan was never on my bucket list, but now that I’ve been there, I realize what I was missing! The whole country is an amazing adventure and the highlights for me were the beautiful culture and scenery and the amazing food. I would recommend this to my adventure travellers and foodies, for sure!” Recommended for you by Tammy Morgan, Manager Whites Road Shopping Centre Pickering, ON 905-837-9155 tmorgan@maritimetravel.ca
Timeless Japan
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$
3889
per person September 7-16/20 • 10 days • Land Only • Globus Tokyo to Osaka including Mount Fuji, Kyoto, Hiroshima & Okayama
“There is nowhere in the world quite like Costa Rica. I fell in love with its natural beauty, the amazing rain forest, the wildlife, the beaches…I could go on and on.” Recommended for you by
Virginia McIntosh
19 Market Square Napanee, ON 613-354-5416 vmcintosh@maritimetravel.ca
Classic Costa Rica
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Check out our Recommended brochures for more great adventures!
per person May 16-23/20 • 8 days • Land Only • On The Go Tours Roundtrip San Jose including Quepos, La Fortuna, Arenal NP & Monteverde — Extras only from — Receive 6,390 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
— — Extras only from A Savings of $100 per couple! Receive 7,778 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
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Discover: Timeless Japan with Cosmos (10 days)
Sandy Rae
Reid’s Dairy Plaza, 222 Bell Blvd. Belleville, ON 613-902-0172 srae@maritimetravel.ca
“I
just love Scotland—it has so much to offer in terms of ancient history, rugged scenery and warm cultural traditions,” says Sandy Rae, Maritime Travel Advisor, Belleville, ON. “I think a big part of its charm is that so many of the highlights are best shared with friends, whether it be a whiskey tasting, a visit to a stately castle or learning about the Scottish clans.”
Indeed, ancient history literally reflects from the lofty highlands, down to the sea-sprayed islands. But you don’t just look at it. Get set to taste it in the scones and clotted cream; to hear it in the drone of the pipes and in the local Scottish brogue; and to feel it as its salt breezes envelope you on its rugged coast. Here’s Sandy’s top pick for a wonderful Scottish experience, with Collette. What do we like? Unpack just once, Laddie, and let your escorts take care of everything else!
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Tracy Recommends: Discover Scotland 10-day Holiday with Collette
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Castles and Clans— Discover Scotland Put a modern twist on traditional Scottish ingredients during an interactive cooking session.
Discover Scotland
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$
3299
per person May 4-13/20 • 10 days • Land Only • Collette Glasgow to Edinburgh including Ballachulish, Isle of Skye, Loch Ness, Thurso, Orkney Islands, Eastern Highlands, Pitlochry & St. Andrews — — Extras only from Receive 6,598 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
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The Best Springtime Cruises
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iscover magical Mediterranean ports of call in Italy, Spain, and France. Meander down iconic European rivers with stops at the most fascinating historic cities and towns. Whether you choose ocean or river cruising, there’s a fabulous waterborne adventure that’s calling your name this spring. Our advisors weigh in.
River Cruise Itinerary: 10-day Holland & Belgium with Viking River Cruises This delightful new itinerary from Amsterdam (Holland) to Antwerp (Belgium) sails through the inland waterways of the Low Countries, stopping in key cities to soak up Dutch, German and Flemish culture. In the spring, visit the famed Keukenhof Gardens in full bloom.
Ocean Cruise Itinerary: 12-night Spain (Andalusia), France and Italy with Celebrity “Cruising is a magical way to experience Europe’s amazing history and this is a wonderful itinerary that includes such iconic ports as Barcelona, Rome, Valencia and Cartagena.” Recommended for you by Jennifer Pitts, Manager 123 Guildwood Parkway, Unit 110A Guildwood-Scarborough, ON 416-264-3211 jpitts@maritimetravel.ca
Explore the astonishing architecture and charming cultures of gorgeous Mediterranean cities like Barcelona, Marseilles, Gibraltar and Malaga on a 12-night Spain (Andalusia), France and Italy voyage of discovery with Celebrity Cruises.
Spain, France & Italy Cruise Celebrity Infinity
Fr
$
3851
per person, includes $219 taxes Cat. 2C • Balcony • May 9/20 • 12 nights • Cruise Only Celebrity Cruises Roundtrip Barcelona including Valencia, Alicante, Gibraltar, Málaga, Cartagena, Provence, Nice, Florence & Rome — — Extras only from Specialty Dining for Two! Plus $290.00 USD Shipboard Credit per Cabin! Receive 7,264 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
“This is a lovely new itinerary and Viking takes care of every detail, from ordering front-of-the-line museum passes, to paying for final taxi rides. Thanks to the small size of the ship and the relaxed ambiance, everyone mingles and makes some great new friends.” Recommended for you by
Sandy Nichols
1893 Appleby Line Unit #4 Burlington, ON 905-639-4575 snichols@maritimetravel.ca
Holland & Belgium River Cruise Viking Kvasir
Fr
$
4299
per person, tax included Cat. F • Fixed Window • October 6-15/20 • 7 nights • Cruise Only Viking River Cruises Amsterdam to Antwerp including Hoorn, Rotterdam, Kinderdijk, Dordrecht, Wesel, Nijmegen & Maastricht — — Extras only from Receive 8,598 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple! CW
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