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YOUR VACATION DESTINATION GUIDE MARCH 3, 2018
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Offer ends April 30
Contact your LeGrow’s Travel Counsellor TODAY! New bookings only made by April 30, 2018 for travel completed by December 31, 2018. Minimum 5-night stay required. Applicable to air-inclusive packages only. Reduced deposit offer is only available to bookings made via the call centre. Subject to availability at time of booking. Not applicable to group bookings. Further information available from a travel agent. 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, visit your UNIGLOBE Travel Professional. Holder of Quebec permit #702566. TICO registration #50013537. BC registration #32229. ■ ®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. 17372
SHOT ON BEST OF FRANCE • DAY 9
2018 IT’S TIME To skip the line and dance in front of the Eiffel Tower
SAVE 5% ON WORLDWIDE TRIPS* + $50 OFF PER PERSON** QUOTE PROMO CODE PPTMTW
For more information, contact your LeGrow’s Travel Counsellor today! *Save 5% early payment discounts on the land-portion of selected Trafalgar trips when paid in full by April 26, 2018. **Save an additional $50 off when booked by March 31, 2018. Discounts may be combinable with other brochure discounts where applicable. Valid only on new bookings. Other conditions may apply. Subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Not valid on Costsaver, custom groups or any other offers.
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Ireland, Spain and Greece—Discover an ageless world that is awesome for all ages
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harpen your pencils and get out your bucket lists—your favourite LeGrow’s Travel counsellors are on the move again, uncovering new and ever-more exotic destinations for winter sun and adventure travel. Here are some of their latest discoveries— Ireland, Greece and Spain, three distinctly different destinations with worldwide appeal.
FOR YOUR WISH LIST: NORTHERN SPAIN WITH TRAFALGAR – 11 DAYS, 11 CITIES “I have just returned from an AMAZING vacation in Northern Spain with Trafalgar. From the beautiful city of Madrid to the beaches and upscale shopping of San Sebastian to the amazing ancient city of Salamanca, it was all fabulous.” Recommended for you by Andrea Colbourne, Manager Valley Mall Corner Brook 709-634-3119 acolbourne@legrowstravel.ca
Northern Spain
Fr
$
2945
pp
FOR YOUR WISH LIST: GREEK ISLES CRUISE WITH NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE “My favourite place to go is the Greek Islands and to go island-hopping by cruise ship is my favourite way of experiencing Greece.” Recommended for you by Judy Jenkins, Manager Gander Mall Gander 709-651-4666 jjenkins@legrowstravel.ca
7-Day Greek Isle Cruise from Venice Norwegian Star
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pp + Taxes/Fees $155.84 pp Cat. IX Interior • Sept. 2/18 • 7 days • Cruise Only Norwegian Cruise Line Roundtrip Venice including Montenegro, Corfu, Santorini, Mykonos & Dubrovnik
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While on shore in Mykonos, take a boat tour over to Delos Island to visit the birthplace of Apollo on this historic island.
FOR YOUR WISH LIST: COMPLETE IRELAND WITH GOWAY TRAVEL “I just love Ireland. It’s the perfect destination for a guided vacation. I think that’s because all the wonderful experiences are best shared among friends whether it’s a whiskey-tasting, a visit to Blarney Castle, or learning about your Irish ancestors and tracing your family tree. And there’s always something to smile and laugh about.” Recommended for you by
Gledean Doman
@ Dominion, Murphy Square Corner Brook 709-634-7999 gdoman@legrowstravel.ca
Complete Ireland
Fr
$
285716
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May 16/18 • Land Only • 11 Days • Goway Travel Roundtrip Dublin including Belfast, Donegal, Carrowmore, Connemara, Galway, Killarney, Blarney & Kilkenny
Follow the cliffs of Burren, featuring some of Ireland’s earliest Christian settlements juxtaposed with ancient pagan ruins.
June 2-12/18 • 11 days • Land Only • Trafalgar Barcelona to Madrid including Pamplona, Santander, Oviedo, Santiago de Compostela A savings of $100 per couple!
Enjoy a local meal and private cider tasting with the Castañon family at their cider Mill near Oviedo with Trafalgar's Be My Guest Program.
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From our Worldwide Wish List…
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AWE-INSPIRING BEAUTY AROUND EVERY BEND.
FIRST PASSAGE TO THE WEST HIGHLIGHTS VANCOUVER - KAMLOOPS - LAKE LOUISE - BANFF - CALGARY
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GOLDLEAF SERVICE • 2 days onboard Rocky Mountaineer • 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches • 6 nights hotel accommodation • Vancouver Lookout • Choice of activity in Vancouver • Yoho National Park Tour
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A journey onboard Rocky Mountaineer is much more than just a train ride through the Canadian Rockies. It’s the key to unlocking a hidden world of shifting landscapes and unparalleled beauty. While nature’s wonders unfold beyond the sparkling glass-dome windows, you have the opportunity to truly unwind. The experience onboard the luxurious fleet features rich, historic storytelling, worldclass cuisine, and a first-hand look at lush green forests and turquoise glacier-fed lakes, all from the comfort of reclining plush seats.
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• Banff Gondola • Panoramic Helicopter Flightseeing • Calgary Tower • National Parks Pass • Rail station transfers and luggage handling
With over 65 vacation packages and four unique routes to choose from, the unforgettable all-daylight journeys offer romance and history, reminding you that travelling is as much about the journey as it is about the destination. Ask about Rocky Mountaineer’s current promotional offer for added value!
For more information, contact your LeGrow’s Travel Counsellor. *Terms & Conditions: Price shown for First Passage to the West Highlights package is per person in CAD, GoldLeaf Service, for select start dates between May 30 and June 30, 2018 and between July 14 and September 26, 2018 from Vancouver, subject to availability. Accommodation is based on double occupancy and pricing does not include Canadian tax (GST) or flights. Additional conditions apply.
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Discover our ravishing Rockies on a bucket-list-worthy expedition “In a word—Wow! From the incredible scenery you’ll take in during daylight hours to the food and impeccable service—this is one for your bucket list.”
Recommended for you by Deborah O’Connell, Manager
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Village Mall, St. John's 709-758-6720 • doconnell@legrowstravel.ca
rom cosmopolitan city centres to the magnificent heart of the Canadian Rockies, Rocky Mountaineer’s rail routes offer some of the most jawdropping scenery on the planet—all within our own Canadian backyard. Indeed, with eight international travel awards and counting, the Rocky Mountaineer experience stands tall within the unique world of train travel. “You can literally dine your way through a secret world of unparalleled beauty as the train slices through some of the most inaccessible terrain in the Canadian Rockies,” says Deborah O’Connell, Manager, Village Mall, St. John’s. “It’s so much more than a train trip—it’s a transformational experience.” From see-everything Circle Journeys of 21 days or more to short-but-dazzling two-day detours, Rocky Mountaineer rail packages are all about unparalleled luxury combined with heart-stopping views.
Passengers choose between GoldLeaf and SilverLeaf service levels, both offering delectable regional cuisine and pampering, with GoldLeaf guests partaking of additional luxuries such as the bi-level glass-dome coach and exclusive outdoor viewing platform.
RAINFOREST TO GOLD RUSH CLASSIC – BY RAIL
2799 $ Fr 3899 Fr
$
pp + taxes $139.95
SilverLeaf Service
pp + taxes $194.95
soon forget. This journey includes three days aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, plus a night in Whistler, Quesnel and the quaint town of Jasper.
2-DAY VANCOUVER TO BANFF – BY RAIL
1499 $ Fr 2049 Fr
$
pp + taxes $74.95
SilverLeaf Service
pp + taxes $102.45
GoldLeaf Service April 16-17/18 • 1 night • Rail Only • Rocky Mountaineer Vancouver to Banff, including Kamloops
Take a sensational, two day, all daylight trip from Vancouver through Kamloops to Banff. Spend two full days aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, then spend an extra night in Banff.
GoldLeaf Service April 27-May 1/18 • 4 nights • Rail Only • Rocky Mountaineer Vancouver to Jasper, including Whistler & Quesnel
Carve through extreme landscapes like BC’s coastal rainforest, the rugged Fraser Canyon, and the historic Cariboo gold rush region on a five-day, four-night wilderness expedition that you won’t
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READY TO HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE? Now all you need is us. When you travel with G Adventures you get to see this incredible planet in an entirely different way. You’ll connect with amazing people – within your small group of curious travellers, and around every corner in the fascinating places we visit. Travel the way you want (by boat, by bike, or in comfortable private vans, just to name a few ways) with our variety of Travel Styles and pick from some of the most incredible destinations on the globe. For a limited time, book a G Adventures Trip with LeGrow’s Travel and save $100 per couple. Contact your LeGrow’s Travel agent today.
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Last Call for Sun!
Hit the beach at one of our client-favourite Caribbean hideaways
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ast-minute shopping for that perfect winter escape? “If you’re ready to hit the beach at short notice, then you’ll find there are still some pretty good deals to be found on sun packages,” says Lori Pike, LeGrow’s Travel counsellor, Bay Roberts. “You can also tap into our Recommended Resorts program, which offers snapshots of our favourite resorts all over the Caribbean and beyond. As well as the inside scoop on our own top picks, our Recommended brochures highlight the resorts that are client-favourites, so you’re in good hands.” Here’s a sampling of a couple of tried-and-true Caribbean favourites our customers and counsellors suggest. Take a look—and hurry in to book!
DESTINATION: OCCIDENTAL AT XCARET DESTINATION, RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO “This is a solid value for families and friends in search of good food, clean accommodations and lots of variety in terms of activities. While it’s not known for its beach, the resort’s shallow waters are great for kids and the location, next to Xcaret Park is very convenient.” Recommended for you by
Lori Pike
Main Highway Bay Roberts 709-786-7902 lpike@legrowstravel.ca
Occidental at Xcaret Destination 4★
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The arrow-straight highway from Cancun to Tulum opens onto 100 miles of pristine coastline with spectacular beachfront resorts, an amazing ecoarcheological park, and the lively waterfront town of Playa del Carmen, to mention but a few attractions.
DESTINATION: IBEROSTAR VARADERO, CUBA “A solid mid-range property with great accommodations. The pool and surrounding areas were nice and clean and the staff was fantastic. A true LeGrow’s Travel client-favourite, this resort sees lots of repeats.” Recommended for you by Trina Thistle, Manager @ Sobeys, Pearl Place Mt. Pearl 709-758-6730 pthistle@legrowstravel.ca
Iberostar Varadero 5★
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pp + $400 taxes From Deer Lake • March 27-April 3/18 • Sunwing
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Home to Cuba’s only golf course, pretty Varadero boasts a 21-kilometrelong stretch of white-sand beach flanked by dozens of luxurious allinclusive resorts.
Check out our Recommended Resorts brochures!
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