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Escape the
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Your vacation destination guide February 15, 2020
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ast-minute shopping for that perfect winter escape? No worries, we’ve got you covered! Truth be told, it’s Sun Day every day at our favourite recommended resorts. Here’s a sampling of just two triedand-true Caribbean favourites our customers and advisors suggest.
Find more sun-filled options in our Recommended Resorts brochures!
Destination: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic— Excellence el Carmen Recommended for you by
Julie Corbett
Gateway Mall, 138 Main Street Sussex, NB 506-433-3377 jcorbett@maritimetravel.ca
Ideal for anyone for whom the beach is the most important consideration, Punta Cana delivers a delicious slice of coastal heaven and clear, turquoise water that changes hues as it approaches the shoreline. Fabulous snorkelling, consistently warm temperatures and a charming lack of rainfall seal the deal.
Excellence el Carmen 5H
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Savings are in Canadian dollars and are applicable to select pre-bundled Flight and Hotel packages. Book 180 days or more prior to departure and save $1,000 per couple. Book between 179 and 120 days prior to departure and save $500 per couple. Only valid on new bookings made from September 3, 2019 to September 2, 2020 for departures between January 1 and December 31, 2020. Minimum 5-night stay required. Applicable to any flight class cabin. Not applicable to children. Not applicable to group bookings. Offer can be withdrawn at any time. Offers expire at 11:59 p.m. ET on the date indicated. Flights operated by Air Canada or Air Canada Rouge. For all applicable terms and conditions, visit your Maritime Travel Professional. Holder of Quebec permit #702566. TICO registration # R50013536 / W50013537. ■ ®Air Canada Vacations is a registered trademark of Air Canada, used under license by Touram Limited Partnership. 1440 Ste Catherine St West, Suite 600, Montreal, QC, H3G 1R8 and 5925 Airport Road, Suite 700, Mississauga, ON, L4V 1W1
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Destination: Varadero, Cuba— Ocean Vista Azul Recommended for you by Laura Macdonald, Manager County Fair Mall Summerside, PE 902-436-5213 lmacdonald@maritimetravel.ca
Home to Cuba’s only golf course, along with dozens of upscale all-inclusive resorts, Varadero is where the nation’s beach culture all began. The Grand Dame of Cuba’s charming resort towns, Varadero’s famous beach seemingly stretches forever, offering up an extensive array of activities…banana boats, wind surfers, snorkelling, fishing, diving, the list goes on.
Ocean Vista Azul 4½H
$ Fr
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per person + $400 taxes Direct from Moncton • Mar. 9-16/20 • Sunwing
Find your ideal family playground For a hassle-free holiday, Transat’s Family Collection hotels in 11 Sun destinations can meet any family’s travel needs. Benefits exclusive to Transat > Extended kids’ club hours1 > Kids stay and eat for free2 > Solo parent promo3 > Free WiFi4 > Free excursion for one child5
Air Transat Kids Club advantages† > A member’s kit filled with cool travel goodies › Free seat selection on roundtrip flights › On-board surprises to make flying fun › Dedicated check-in counter for members and their families › Priority services at the airport › And much more! Registration is free! To become a member, visit airtransat.com
Vacation is calling Contact your Maritime Travel Advisor for more information 1 Kids’ club hours vary by resort. 2Limited number of rooms. Criteria for kids ages vary by resort. 3Where available the solo parent pays the single rate, and kids stay and eat free. 4Some restrictions may apply. 5Valid on select excursions booked with the Transat representative. Child must be 2-11 years old and accompanied by two adults. Further age restrictions may apply for some excursions. †Certain conditions may apply, please inquire. Available to kids from Canada, France and the UK. 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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The American Queen Steamboat Company Come, re-live the golden age of the Mississippi River!
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ill it be the ancient shaded oak trees and elegant antebellum mansions of the Lower Mississippi, or the storybook Upper Mississippi American towns of Mark Twain’s literary lore? Whichever direction you choose, you’ll get to experience an authentic slice of American history on the richly appointed paddle-wheelers of the American Queen Steamboat Company, following in the footsteps of the great steamboat-era travellers, but with all the modern comforts. Offering a unique on-the-river perspective, these charming voyages create the perfect getaway for nature and history lovers alike.
Experience it for yourself: 9-Day Antebellum South journey from New Orleans to Memphis
New Orleans to Memphis Cruise Antebellum South
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per person + $199 USD taxes Cat. E • Inside • May 3/20 • 9 days • Cruise Only The American Queen Steamboat Company New Orleans to Memphis including Nottoway, St. Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg & Port of the Mississippi Delta
Recommended for you by
Karla Hatfield
Cambridge Centre, Burnside Dartmouth, NS 902-468-8747 khatfield@maritimetravel.ca
— — Extras only from $50US Premium Shore Experience per person!
Explore the land of the bawdy blues and the southern belles on a journey that showcases the diversity and drama of the Lower Mississippi River.
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Ancient culture meets modern splendor in Mexico.
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Experience Central America, from metropolis to mangrove forest.
For more information, contact your Maritime Travel advisor! *Offer expires 3/31/20 or when no valid cabins remain. Offer is valid only on new, paid-in-full bookings. Not valid on group bookings or existing reservations. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Call for details, and mention Offer Code 2020 ONTO VICTORY. Vessel registry: Bahamas.
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Family Escape All aboard for the Western Caribbean!
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unny skies and sparkling isles— a Western Caribbean cruise is the ultimate family adventure. “Grand Cayman, Jamaica, Cozumel, Key West, San Juan, and more. The off-ship activities are great on a Western Caribbean cruise,” says Deborah Best, Maritime Travel Advisor, Cole Harbour, NS. “There’s so much for families to see and do, from exploring ancient Mayan ruins in Mexico to snorkelling the spectacular reefs in Belize or Roatan, Honduras.” Ready for an early spring getaway with the fam? Check out Deborah’s pick for a wonderful Western Caribbean cruise that won’t break the bank.
All Aboard: 7-day Western Caribbean cruise from Miami with Norwegian Cruise Line Recommended for you by
Deborah Best
4 Forest Hills Parkway Cole Harbour - Dartmouth, NS 902-435-0220 dbest@maritimetravel.ca
New!
Western Caribbean Cruise Norwegian Escape
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per child + $250.47 taxes Cat. IF • Inside • March 14/20 • 7 nights • Cruise Only Norwegian Cruise Line Roundtrip Miami including Honduras, Belize, Costa Maya & Cozumel
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Worldwide Escapes Spotlight on Italy
“A
feast for the senses” is how many of our Maritime Travel advisors describe—and they should know because they’re constantly on the move, searching out best-kept culinary and cultural secrets in every corner of this treasured nation—places like Tuscany, Rome, Venice and beyond. “Taking a trip to Italy can be an awesome experience for all ages,” says Crystal Huggard, manager, Maritime Travel, St. Stephen, NB. “Young and
old alike will revel in Italy’s mouthwatering cuisine, breathtaking scenery, extraordinary architecture and sunny climes.”
Recommended for you by Crystal Huggard, Manager 36 Milltown Blvd. St. Stephen, NB 506-466-3800 chuggard@maritimetravel.ca
Crystal Recommends: 7-Day A Taste of Italy Escorted Vacation with Globus Get a taste of what remarkable Italy has to offer as you explore the legendary cities of Rome, Florence and Venice.
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Receive up to $1,500 in resort coupons with a minimum 7-night stay at Paradisus Resorts in Mexico. Photo: Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Esmeralda
Pristine beaches, spectacular natural surroundings and interesting things to do abound at Paradisus Resorts, offering inspiration, challenge, adventure and relaxation. Receive $550 in resort coupons with a minimum 4-night stay. Receive $1,500 in resort coupons with a minimum 7-night stay. Book by: December 15, 2020 (11:59 p.m. MT) Travel: Now - December 22, 2020 Cancun:
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