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A Bucket List of Love Nests Fall in love with these recommended retreats in Jamaica and beyond Fall in love with … OCHO RIOS, JAMAICA Love Nest: Sandals Ochi Beach Resort Sandals Ochi Rios offers a very upscale and relaxing ambiance, particularly if you opt for the one-bedroom butler villa complete with semi-private pool. Yes, it’s a huge resort, but it still manages to pull off that intimate feel. Love Note With the resort’s new All-Butler Village, all guests of the Hillside Villas will enjoy Sandals’ signature butler service. These personal butlers are trained to exacting standards by the Guild of Professional English Butlers, which provides butlers to nobility and celebrities around the world. Sandals Ochi Beach Resort pp + $486.46 taxes Fr
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Direct from Halifax • Mar. 20-27/16 • Air Canada Vacations
Fall in love with … PUNTA CANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Love Nest: Luxury Bahia Principe Ambar Picturesquely situated on a white-sand beach scattered with palm trees, the Luxury Bahia Principe Ambar is a luxurious adults-only escape with many value-added features and amenities.
Fall in love with … RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO Love Nest: Luxury Bahia Principe Sian Ka’an “I loved this adults-only resort for its compact size, modern style and minimalist décor. The rooms are spacious and luxurious and the overall ambiance is one of peace and relaxation. You can count on excellent service and top-notch food, with a lot of attention paid to the smallest detail. The resort is located on a golf course and across the street from the beach and the other Bahia Principe hotels within the complex, but there’s a convenient shuttle service that runs throughout the day.”
Love Note The Pueblo Principe district, which serves the entire Luxury Bahia complex, is the place for shopping and entertainment. There’s always something fun happening in this lively neighborhood.
– Charlene Walker, manager, Maritime Travel, Digby, NS
Luxury Bahia Principe Ambar 5 5★ pp + $436.67 taxes Fr
Luxury Bahia Principe Sian Ka’an 5★ pp + $380.49 taxes Fr
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Direct from Halifax • Mar. 26-Apr. 2/16 • Transat Holidays
Love Note Stay at one play at five – guests have access to all the facilities, services (except buffet restaurants) at all five resorts within the Bahia Principe complex.
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Direct from Moncton • Mar. 31-Apr. 7/16 • Transat Holidays
ASK US ABOUT ROMANTIC ESCAPES! Todd Goguen
1273 Main Street, Suite 120 Moncton, NB 506-858-7118 tgoguen@maritimetravel.ca
Charlene Walker, Manager @ Sobeys - 110 Warwick Street Digby, NS 902-245-4970 cwalker@maritimetravel.ca
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Fall in love with … VARADERO, CUBA Love Nest: Royalton Hicacos Resort & Spa A sumptuous slice of paradise on Varadero’s pretty Hicacos peninsula, Royalton Hicacos delivers a wonderfully upscale adults-only vacation experience. Under new ownership (it was formerly a Sandals property), this resort has been extensively renovated and updated. Love Note For the ultimate in relaxation and indulgence we recommend upgrading to the Diamond Club, allowing you to relax all day on the beach if you wish while your every whim is catered to by your butler. Heaven! Royalton Hicacos Resort & Spa 5★ pp + $399 taxes Fr
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Direct from Halifax • Apr. 21-28/16 • Sunwing Vacations
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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Conditions apply. Minimum purchase $1000 per person. Offer valid from January 1, 2016 and can end at any time. Merchandise available while supplies last. Other restrictions may apply. This offer does not apply to sun vacation packages.
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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 Kaylee Fletcher, Maritime Travel counsellor, Halifax Shopping Centre, Halifax, NS. “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! Kaylee Fletcher
Halifax Shopping Centre Halifax, NS 902-455-7856 kfletcher@maritimetravel.ca
The Venetian Resort Experience Italy in the heart of the Strip in this lavish Italian-themed 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.
The 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.
The Venetian Resort
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From Moncton via Montreal • Mar. 25-Apr. 1/16 Air Canada Vacations Air & Hotel
Bellagio Hotel & Resort
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From Halifax via Montreal • Mar. 20-27/16 • Air Canada Vacations Air & Hotel
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 Jane Hunt, Maritime Travel counsellor, Clayton Park, Halifax, NS. 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 Jane.
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
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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.
7-night Western Caribbean Cruise Norwegian Dawn
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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)
ASK US ABOUT CRUISING WITH A GROUP! Jane Hunt
Clayton Park West Halifax, NS 902-457-9222 jhunt@maritimetravel.ca MT
Charla Selfridge
County Fair Mall New Minas, NS 902-681-2410 cselfridge@maritimetravel.ca
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Truro Mall Truro, NS 902-893-7185 jmcphee@maritimetravel.ca
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In Memory of Those who Served – THE GREAT CANADIAN WAR MEMORIAL TOUR
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or any Canadian with a family member who served their country in the Great War or World War II, a visit to the war memorials and special sites throughout France, Belgium and Holland can be a particularly poignant experience. “I recently took my mother on a trip to Europe and we made a special side trip to the Canadian War Cemetery of Bretteville-sur-Laise, where her uncle, my great-uncle, is buried. He was killed in action two months after landing
ASK ME ABOUT WAR MEMORIAL TOURS! Tracy McCully
Kings Place Fredericton, NB 506-458-8969 tmccully@maritimetravel.ca
on Juno Beach. I was so pleased to be able to share this with her,” says Tracy McCully, Maritime Travel counsellor, Kings Place, Fredericton, NB. Designed by Canadians for Canadians, the special 10-day Great Canadian War Memorial Tour with Globus, invites guests to take in the many sites and memorials that commemorate the contribution of Canadian soldiers during those two wars, including: the impressive and inspiring Canadian National Vimy Memorial
at Vimy Ridge, the Canadian Cemeteries in Bény-sur-Mer and Dieppe, as well as the Newfoundland Memorial Park at Beaumont Hamel. Other destinations visited include the Landing Beaches of Normandy, the Juno Beach Memorial Centre, Amiens and Ypres in Belgium.
Great Canadian War Memorial Tour 2016 10 days from Paris to Paris
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Land Only • June 3/16 • 10 days • Globus Roundtrip Paris including Giverny-Normandy Area, Dieppe, Amiens-Somme Area, Vimy Ridge & Ypres (Belgium) A savings of $100 per couple!
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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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