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Magical Maritimes Fall Foliage Tour Experience the Maritimes on our own fabulous fall foliage frolic
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ailed as one of the world’s most beautiful destinations for autumn glory, the Maritime provinces are sightseeing-central for fall colour-seekers. There is nothing quite like the fall colours as they culminate into a glowing crescendo across Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick. Maritime Travel is pleased to present our fourth-annual Magical Maritimes Fall Foliage Tour. It’s a wonderful opportunity to wrap yourself in fresh salt air, stroll sandy beaches, rocky coves, vibrant cities, remote lighthouses, and more. The trip also includes unique excursions like whale-watching,
Explore the Bay of Fundy and learn about the world’s highest tides. Experience a true natural wonder, the Hopewell Rocks. Marvel at these massive flowerpot shaped formations sculpted by the tides.
lobster fishing, succulent seafood samplings and of course, stunning scenery. “I had clients join this tour last year and they had a fabulous time,” says Debora Green, Manager, Maritime Travel, Abbotsford, BC. “I highly recommend this trip because you’re in such good hands with the Maritime Travel experts – those people who live in the Maritimes and are proud to introduce you to our own rich history and warm hospitality.” IF YOU GO: This 13-day extravaganza has tons of inclusions like 26 meals, including two lobster dinners; overnight stays at Keltic Lodge Resort & Spa and Digby Pines Resort
Experience one of the most stunningly picturesque drives in North America. The Cabot Trail winds around the rocky splendour of Cape Breton’s northern shore. Look-offs offer unforgettable vistas of Cape Breton’s rugged coastline, so be sure to have your camera on hand.
& Spa; multiple excursions and sightseeing including the world-famous Cabot Trail, Fundy Bay National Park and Hopewell Rocks, Nova Scotia wine country, whalewatching tour, Fortress Louisbourg National Historic Site and much more.
Magical Maritimes Fall Foliage Tour 2016 13-day Guided Tour
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Book by May 1st Land Only • Sept. 28-Oct. 10/16 • Holiday Escapes Receive 6,800 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
Enjoy the drive by red cliffs, white beaches, gently sloping sand dunes and green fields as you make your way to Prince Edward Island National Park.
We’ll visit renowned fishing village of Peggy’s Cove – the most photographed site in the Maritimes – while en route to the UNESCO World Heritage Town of Lunenburg.
ASK US ABOUT THE MARITIMES! Debora Green, Manager Clearbrook Town Square Abbotsford, BC 604-746-4041 dgreen@maritimetravel.ca
Marla Cannon
@ Hudson’s Bay, The Bay Centre Victoria, BC 250-220-8011 mcannon@maritimetravel.ca
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SANDALS MONTEGO BAY Sandals’ very first resort, Sandals Montego Bay, is a true original. Spanning the best private beach in Montego Bay, this playful and romantic Jamaican resort is where the party never stops…until you do! Indulge in the casual island vibe from the comfort and luxury of the newly refurbished Beachfront Village with private Tranquility Soaking Tubs for two. Soft white sand and clear turquoise waters are edged by a resort that offers everything from unlimited dining at nine gourmet restaurants, five bars to four pools and every land and water sport under the sun. Everything is just steps from water’s edge and, best of all, it’s all included. All unlimited. All the time.
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Contact your Maritime Travel Counsellor for details. Price is per person based on double occupancy, and is subject to availability at time of booking. Taxes are extra. Stopover hotels not included.
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Woo, Hoo! … Las Vegas is Calling!
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t’s time to slide into your party shoes and hit the Strip – the most famous boulevard in the world. “I was amazed by Vegas,” says Krysta Robichaud, manager, Maritime Travel, Edmonton, AB. “There’s such a huge array of choices for dining, entertainment and shopping. It’s so much more than a gambling destination and there are accommodations to fit everyone’s taste and budget.” Not sure where to begin? Look no further than our very own Maritime Travel Recommended Resorts in Las Vegas
ASK ME ABOUT LAS VEGAS! Krysta Robichaud, Manager
@ Hudson’s Bay, City Centre West Edmonton, AB 780-429-6752 krobichaud@maritimetravel.ca
The Venetian Resort Experience Italy in the heart of the Strip in this lavish Italianthemed all-suite casino hotel complete with artificial canals offering gondola rides.
brochure. All of the properties listed have been hand-picked by our travel counsellors, who have personally visited each of them and have deemed them worthy of the “Counsellor’s Choice” seal of approval. Here are just two of their recommendations to help get you started.
Bellagio Hotel & Resort The 26-storey Bellagio serves up nonstop shopping, spectacular stage shows, a renowned casino and endless entertainment. Highlights include a custom-built showroom for Cirque de Soleil, several outdoor pools, a botanical conservatory and a fine art gallery.
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Direct from Calgary • Mar. 27-Apr.1/16 • WestJet Vacations Air & Hotel Receive 1,278 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
Bellagio Hotel & Resort
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Direct from Vancouver • Mar. 26-31/16 • WestJet Vacations Air & Hotel Receive 1,358 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
Hotel Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort Riviera Maya - México
$600 Mega Pass Book by March 26, 2016 For travel by April 2, 2016 Experience the unique wonders of Riviera Maya as they were meant to be enjoyed. El Cid offers a signature brand of hospitality, thoroughly immersed in tradition, providing you with a truly authentic experience. Receive a $600 Mega Pass to use on Spa, Shopping, Bay Cruise and other activities when you book a minimum 5-night vacation package at the Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort Riviera Maya. Book a WestJet Vacations package through your Maritime Travel agent today. 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. Mega pass will be distributed to guests upon arrival at the time of check-in. Offer based on double occupancy. Airport transfers to/from the hotel are included. A minimum 5-night stay is required. This offer may be combined with any other offer. Offer is applicable to all room categories. Coupons have no cash value and will expire upon check-out. Details of inclusions available at www.elcid.com/values/ One free Mega Pass per room per stay. Combinable with EBBs and existing Promos. No Blackout dates. Mega pass will be distributed to guests upon arrival at the time of check-in. Offer based on double occupancy. Airport transfers to/from the hotel are included. Receive Mega Bucks to spend on Spa, Shopping, Bay Cruise and other activities.
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Gangplank Getaways! A Cruise has lots in store for your crew – no matter what their ages
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aking magical family memories that everyone in your group will treasure for a lifetime can be daunting. “A great vacation for parents may not be so great for small children or teens. And if you add grandparents to the mix, finding the ideal family holiday can be even more challenging,” says Sibille Beyer, Maritime Travel counsellor, Penticton, BC. Cruise lines have heard the call. “It used to be that a particular cruise line tended to cater to just one age group. Not any more,” says Sibille.
For days at sea, baby clubs, kids clubs and teen discos can be happening spots on one deck; while tea and cookies are served, and quiet reading is the order of the day on another. Meanwhile, rock-climbing walls, bungee trampolines, boxing rings, surf simulators and even skating rinks beckon – all on one floating resort. In the morning, once docked, exploring all the different ports of call is something everyone loves to do together. Sightseeing, shopping, tours and activities are endless. It’s easy to find something that appeals to
everyone. Come evening, you can gather everyone together for exquisite dining, sharing stories, photos and laughter. Later on, mom and dad can get their groove back while a professional baby sitter entertains the little ones and tucks them in for the night. Who would have thought this busy family day would end with the two of you sipping champagne while gazing out over the moonlit Caribbean Sea. Here are some of our top picks for family cruises.
Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean International
Cruise Line: Disney Cruise Line
Cruise Line: Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL)
Family Vibe: Royal Caribbean prides itself on offering a wide range of activities for kids of all ages, with a special emphasis on outdoor activities and sports.
Family Vibe: Treating families to a good time is what Disney does best. In translating its theme park sensibilities to the high seas, this cruise line caused a revolution in family cruising.
5-night Western Caribbean Cruise Empress of the Seas
3-night Bahamas Cruise Disney Dream
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Cat. N Interior • May 9/16 • 5 nights • Cruise Only Roundtrip Miami including cruising at sea & Cozumel, Mexico Receive 1,178 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
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Cat. 11C Interior • Apr. 22/16 • 3 nights • Cruise Only Roundtrip Port Canaveral including Nassau (Bahamas) & Disney Castaway Cay (Bahamas)
Family Vibe: Norwegian’s flexible “freestyle cruising” approach has always been appealing to families. The newer ships have added even more family friendly activities and spaces for families looking to spend more quality time together onboard.
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Cat ID Interior • Apr. 10/16 • 7 nights • Cruise Only Roundtrip New Orleans including Cozumel (Mexico), Roatan (Bay Is., Honduras), Belize City (Belize) & Costa Maya (Mexico) Receive 1,516 Hudson’s Bay Rewards points per couple!
ASK US ABOUT CRUISING WITH A GROUP! Sibille Beyer
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Say ‘I Do’ to a Destination Wedding with Maritime Travel!
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ears ago, it was called “eloping.” What could be more romantic than stealing away under cloak of night with your love for a secret wedding – leaving all the hassles and worries behind. These days, we call it having a destination wedding. It’s even more romantic, and it’s still worry-free – with Maritime Travel. We have planned hundreds of them – this past year alone.
ASK ME ABOUT DESTINATION WEDDINGS! Jenna Matthews
Suite 2 6233 - 200th Street Langley, BC 604-533-5305 jmatthews@maritimetravel.ca
If Maritime Travel counsellors are not getting married in the Caribbean, 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: ❀ Free Customized Wedding Invitations ❀ An online Wedding & Gift Registry at www.maritimetravel.ca Guests can contribute to your dream getaway! ❀ Gift Cards
❀ 2,500 Hudson’s Bay Rewards Point when you book your wedding with us! ❀ Our own Maritime Travel Recommended Resorts for Weddings and Honeymoons brochure ❀ 12-month equal payments ❀ 24/7 After Hours Assistance ❀ & Much More In fact, we have an entire wedding kit that’s yours for the asking.
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GLACIER NATIONAL PARK & THE CANADIAN ROCKIES 9 days | WAS: $3,099, NOW: $2,894 CAD | Based on September 13, 2016
Calgary • Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump • Waterton Lakes National Park • Glacier National Park • Whitefish • Fort Steele • Kootenay National Park • Banff • Columbia Icefield • Jasper • Lake Louise • Calgary
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11 days | WAS: $3,379, NOW: $3,160 CAD | Based on May 8, 15 & 22, 2016
Vancouver • Victoria • Whistler • Sun Peaks • Jasper • Columbia Icefield • Lake Louise • Banff • Calgary
SPIRIT OF THE ROCKIES 12 days | WAS: $6,149, NOW: $5,792 CAD | Based on May 7, 14 & 21, 2016
Vancouver • aboard the Rocky Mountaineer® to Kamloops, to Banff • Lake Louise • Columbia Icefield • Jasper • Sun Peaks • Whistler • Victoria • Vancouver Many more Canadian vacations and departure dates available, please inquire.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR MARITIME TRAVEL COUNSELLOR! Featured prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy, departure dates as indicated and reflect the 5% EBB promo discount and the Maritime Travel $50 per person discount. Flights and travel insurance are additional. †Savings of $762 per couple is based on the Spirit of the Rockies vacation on July 2 – August 20, 2016 departure dates with regular land only price of $6,619 per person and the Maritime Travel $50 per person discount. *Book and deposit a 2016 Globus Canada vacation between December 2, 2015 and April 26, 2016 for travel in 2016 to save 5% on the land-only portion of the core tour not including extra night accommodations, extensions, taxes, fees, tips or supplements. Book by March 22, 2016 and save an additional 5% off the discounted price. Offers not valid with any other offer, except with each other, the Maritime Travel $50 per person Worldwide Sale and the Journeys Club Repeat Traveller benefit, if applicable. Offers apply to new 2016 bookings only. The Maritime Travel Worldwide Sale discount of $50 per person is valid on all Globus family of brands vacation packages of 7 land days or longer, with a minimum value of $1,000 per person before taxes, booked and deposited between January 1 and March 31, 2016 for travel in 2016. (The Maritime Travel offer is not applicable to groups, child rates or bookings made less than 21 days prior to departure). Offers reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply; see Travel Terms & Conditions for details. May be withdrawn any time. TICO#1893755/50015835
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ook a balcony suite onboard an Emerald Waterways cruise and receive extended drink packages, FREE Discover More Tours, and an onboard credit for the salon or spa valued at 50 euros. This offer is available exclusively through Maritime Travel Getaways until March 15, 2016.
Emerald Waterways is also offering fantastic Fly Free offers, valid until February 29, 2016. Fly free to Europe when you book a Panorama Balcony, Grand Balcony & Owner’s One-Bedroom Suites, or receive a $1,000 air credit. Offer applicable to sailings March – August 2016.You can also book your next European river cruise in an Emerald Stateroom or Emerald Single Stateroom and fly for $995 air per person or receive a $500 air credit. Offer applicable to sailings March – August 2016. For complete details, visit maritimetravel.ca.
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Contact your Maritime Travel Counsellor TODAY! New bookings only. Subject to availability at time of booking. Subject to change without notice. Offers expire at 11:59 p.m. ET on the date indicated. Flights operated by Air Canada or Air Canada rouge. For applicable terms and conditions, consult www.aircanadavacations.com. Holder of Quebec permit #702566. TICO registration #50013537. BC registration #32229. ■ ®Aeroplan is a registered trademark of Aeroplan Canada Inc. ®Air Canada Vacations is a registered trademark of Air Canada, used under license by Touram Limited Partnership, 1440 St. Catherine W., Suite 600, Montreal, QC. 11705
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