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MIAMI • KEY WEST • CARTAGENA • PANAMA CANAL COSTA RICA • NICARAGUA • GUATEMALA • ACAPULCO CABO SAN LUCAS • SAN FRANCISCO

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DEAR MIAMI ALUMNI AND FRIENDS, From alluring, palm-fringed beaches to man-made wonders and majestic colonial architecture, experience some of the best of Central America on a 16-night luxury cruise. Depart Miami for sun-soaked Key West, once home to author Ernest Hemingway. Explore Cartagena’s enchanting Spanish colonial buildings and delightful open-air cafes. Then cross the historic Panama Canal, one of the world’s most celebrated waterways. In Puntarenas, explore the lively beachside promenade, or venture inland to take in Costa Rica’s breathtaking waterfalls and tropical cloud forests. Discover the laid-back charm of San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua’s popular surfing town, and visit Puerto Quetzal, a gateway to the lovely colonial capital of Antigua. Before your voyage concludes in San Francisco, unwind on glittering beaches at Acapulco and Cabo San Lucas. Travel to these vibrant ports with Go Next, the alumni cruise leader, and its preferred cruise partner, Oceania Cruises, offering the best value in upscale cruising. Discover the outstanding benefits of traveling with Go Next, from the thoughtful assistance of the guest experience specialists and the expertise of the exclusive program managers who journey with you, to the camaraderie of exploring the world with like-minded travelers. Go Next handles the details, so you can relax and immerse yourself in each extraordinary destination. Join fellow alumni and sail aboard Oceania Cruises’ intimate Regatta, a masterpiece of sophistication and grace. Featuring world-class cuisine and elegant designer details, this 684-passenger ship promises an unforgettable odyssey. Space is limited, so sign up now for the best choice of stateroom or suite. Also, the incredible offers of 2-for-1 cruise fares with free airfare* and $3,000 savings per stateroom are available only until July 29, 2015. Sincerely,

AVAILABLE TO ALUMNI, THEIR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS. Kathryn Myles, ’89 Associate Director for Alumni Travel

SPACE IS LIMITED. BOOK NOW! OFFER EXPIRES JULY 29, 2015 CALL MIAMI UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AT

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TRAVEL INSURANCE We strongly suggest purchasing travel insurance. Travel insurance information will be sent to you by the Miami University Alumni Association with your confirmation letter.

OPERATOR/PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT Go Next, Inc. (hereinafter GN), located at 8000 West 78th Street, Suite 345, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55439-2538, in return for full payment by you of the amount specified, is responsible to arrange for the transportation, accommodations and other services specified as included in this brochure as and to the extent you have selected them, and subject to the following terms and conditions. Unless expressly specified as included by this brochure, services, taxes and fees are not included. RESPONSIBILITY: GN is responsible to you for arranging all included transportation, accommodations and other services. However, in the absence of negligence on its part, GN and the sponsoring association are not responsible for personal injury, property damage, or any other loss, claim or damage arising out of or related to goods or services offered or included. GN and the sponsoring association are not responsible for personal injury, property damage or any other loss, claim or damage related to or arising out of, in whole or in part, the acts or omissions of any direct air carrier, cruise line, hotel, ground operator, or other person not its direct employee or not under its exclusive control supplying any services or providing any goods offered or included. GN and the sponsoring association are not responsible for personal injury, property damage or any other loss, claim or damage arising out of, either in whole or in part, acts of God, weather, labor strife, government actions, mechanical breakdowns, war-like acts, terroristic activities or other causes reasonably beyond the respective control of GN and the sponsoring association. GN and the sponsoring association are not responsible for incidental or consequential losses or damages. Neither GN nor Oceania Cruises nor the sponsoring association are responsible for any penalty, loss or inconvenience resulting from air or land arrangements made independently by travelers, including non-refundable conditions, restricted travel or frequent flyer tickets. PAYMENT: A deposit in the amount shown on the reservation form and a signed agreement for each person is required to secure reservations. Final payment is due as shown on the reservation form. If the cruise or flight is fully booked, your payment will be returned or, with your authorization, your name placed on a waiting list. ALL CHECKS AND MONEY ORDERS ARE TO BE MADE PAYABLE AS INDICATED ON THE RESERVATION FORM. CONFIRMATION IS SUBJECT TO RECEIPT BY GN OF DEPOSIT AND A SIGNED AGREEMENT. PRICES: GN RESERVES THE RIGHT TO INCREASE PRICES IN THE EVENT OF ANY INCREASED SECURITY OR FUEL RELATED SURCHARGES, OR FARE INCREASES IMPOSED BY THE AIRLINE OR CRUISE LINE THAT MAY BE IN PLACE AT THE TIME OF TICKETING OR TRAVEL, FOREIGN OR DOMESTIC TAX INCREASES, OR ADVERSE CURRENCY EXCHANGE FLUCTUATIONS, AFTER JANUARY 01, 2015. GN RESERVES THE RIGHT, IF NECESSARY OR ADVISABLE, TO SUBSTITUTE HOTELS BUT IS NOT OBLIGED TO DO SO. The price is based on tariffs in effect for estimated 2016 prices as of January 01, 2015. Prices increase every year, and it is therefore possible that increases could occur after the printing of this brochure and in advance of your departure. BAGGAGE: GN CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR LUGGAGE LOST OR DAMAGED. YOU SHOULD GIVE IMMEDIATE NOTICE OF ANY LOST OR DAMAGED LUGGAGE TO THE INVOLVED AIR CARRIER, HOTEL, CRUISE LINE AND TO YOUR OWN INSURANCE COMPANY. AIRCRAFT AND CRUISE LINE BOARDING: GN CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR AIRLINE OR CRUISE LINE DELAYS. Aircraft and cruise line boarding privileges are limited to persons whose full payment and signed agreement have been received by GN and whose names are on the manifest given to the carrier before departure. All persons must also present a passport with at least six months validity beyond their return date when boarding. Improper documentation, inadequate proof of identity, inadequate proof of age for children under 2, or any other reason may result in denial of boarding privileges. The air carrier and cruise line reserve the right to decline, accept or retain any person on the flight or cruise at any time within their sole discretion. If you are denied boarding privileges, you forfeit all monies paid and will be assessed any non-recoverable costs. VISAS: A visa may be required. Information regarding visa applications and fees will be provided after your reservation has been confirmed. OCEANIA CRUISES’ TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Discounts are per stateroom/suite based on double occupancy. Fares listed are cruise only in U.S. dollars, per person, based on double occupancy. Cruise Ship Fuel Surcharge may apply. All fares and offers are subject to availability, may not be combinable with other offers, are capacity controlled and may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice. 2-for-1 fares are based on published Full Brochure Fares; all fares are cruise only, and do not include Prepaid Charges, Optional Facilities and Services Fees, and personal charges, as defined in the Terms and Conditions of the Guest Ticket Contract which may be obtained from GN. Full Brochure Fares may not have

resulted in actual sales in all cabin categories and may not have been in effect during the last 90 days. Promotional fares may remain in effect after the expiration date. Oceania Cruises reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any and all fares, fees, and surcharges at any time. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Complete terms and conditions may be found in the Guest Ticket Contract. Ships’ Registry: Marshall Islands. OCEANIA CRUISES’ LAND PACKAGES/SHORE EXCURSIONS: Tours are operated in the various ports of call by local tourist service companies contracted by the cruise line. They are not under the control of GN. Cancellation penalties may differ from the cruise program related penalties. Oceania Cruises may modify the cruise itinerary up to and during the voyage. OCEANIA CRUISES’ AIR PROGRAM: Due to airline schedules beyond the control of Oceania Cruises, flight times to and from certain destinations may require that travelers purchase an overnight hotel stay, pre- or post-flight or en route. All charges related to hotel stays, including hotel fares and taxes, meals, transfers, phone charges and incidentals, will be at the travelers’ own expense. NOTICES: Any complaints or claims against GN must be made in writing and received by GN within 90 days after scheduled termination of the trip. Any action or suit against GN must be commenced within 1 (one) year after scheduled termination of the trip or be forever barred. The rights and remedies relating to cancellations and major changes prior to departure, made available under this agreement are in addition to any other rights or remedies available under applicable law. However, we offer any refunds under this agreement with the express understanding that the receipt of that refund by you waives all other remedies. While Go Next makes every effort to adhere to the specifics shown in this brochure, all information contained herein is subject to change. Go Next is not responsible or liable for typographical errors, omissions or misprints. INSURANCE: Travel insurance is available and can provide coverage for unforeseen circumstances that could disrupt your trip. See panel above for details. INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ONLY: International travel involves stringent identification and documentation requirements. Be sure you are familiar with them sufficiently in advance and early in your planning. ADVISORY: When you are traveling outside of the United States, please be aware that significantly different health, safety and legal standards may prevail. You should plan and act accordingly and exercise good personal judgment for your own health and safety at all times when abroad. If you have special medical or physical requirements, you should investigate your destination(s) beforehand and ensure the care and conditions you need will be available. REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS: If you change plans or cancel, your rights to a refund are limited. Upon receipt of written cancellation from you, the following cancellation fees will apply (indicated in days prior to initial flight departure). Cruise Program Cancellation Fees: 181 days or more = $200 per person 180-151 days = $450 per person 150-121 days = 25% of total fare 120-91 days = 50% of total fare 90-61 days = 75% of total fare 60-0 days = 100% of total fare, no refund Plus any applicable GN Pre- and/or Post-Cruise Program Cancellation Fees: 171 days or more = $100 per person, per program 170-61 days = $200 per person, per program 60-0 days = no refund Any requests for cancellation must be communicated to GN in writing. Applicable refunds, if any, will be made within 14 days after the cancellation. HEALTH: Any physical or mental condition requiring special medical attention or equipment must be disclosed in writing to GN at the time the participant makes a reservation. GN may reject the reservation of any person who, in the opinion of GN is unfit for travel or might be a danger to themselves or incompatible with others on the trip. Participants requiring special assistance, including without limitation those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must be accompanied by someone who agrees to provide the required assistance. GN reserves the right to terminate the participation of any participant whose conduct or condition materially inconveniences other participants. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS OF ANY KIND (INCLUDING MEDICAL EXCEPTIONS) TO THESE POLICIES. No refunds will be made for any portion of the arrangements we have made for you that are not actually utilized by you. There is no variance from these policies for the services we arrange as described in this brochure. California Seller of Travel Registration No. 2077280-40, Washington Seller of Travel Registration No. 602-900-725, Iowa Seller of Travel Registration No. 477

*“Free Airfare” promotion does not include ground transfers and applies to coach, roundtrip flights only from select Oceania Cruises U.S. & Canadian gateways. Airfare is available from other U.S. & Canadian gateways for an additional charge. Any advertised fares that include the “Free Airfare” promotion include all airline fees, surcharges and government taxes. Airline-imposed personal charges such as baggage fees may apply. For details visit exploreflightfees.com.

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Kathryn Myles Miami University Alumni Association Murstein Alumni Center 725 E. Chestnut St. Oxford, OH 45056-2480 (513) 529-1443 (866) MUALUMS

April 24 – May 10, 2016 Class Year

I/WE PREFER GO NEXT CORRESPONDENCE VIA: S Email S Mail S Both PLEASE MAKE MY/OUR RESERVATION FOR: S CRUISE PROGRAM WITH AIRFARE Please indicate preferred departure city: __________________________ S CRUISE PROGRAM ONLY (Air credit, $300 per person — subject to change.) Stateroom/Suite category requested: 1st choice _____________ 2nd choice _____________ Bed request: S Twin (2 beds) S Queen Single and Triple accommodations are an additional cost and subject to availability. Request: S Single S Triple S Please reserve _____________ space(s) for the GO NEXT MIAMI PRE-CRUISE PROGRAM, $299 per person, double occupancy. Single occupancy is $424 and subject to availability. S Please reserve _____________ space(s) for the GO NEXT SAN FRANCISCO POST-CRUISE PROGRAM, $899 per person, double occupancy. Single occupancy is $1,199 and subject to availability. All passengers must travel with a passport valid at least 6 months beyond their return date. GUEST 1: Full Name (as it appears on your passport) First

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SIGNATURES REQUIRED BY EACH PERSON TRAVELING INCLUDING PARENT/GUARDIAN FOR MINOR CHILDREN: I/We have read, received a copy of, understand, and accept the terms and conditions stated in the Operator/Participant Agreement. SIGN HERE X SIGN HERE X DEPOSIT AND FINAL PAYMENT: A deposit of $950 per person (plus a $200 deposit per person for each Pre- and/or

Post-Cruise Program, if applicable) is due with your reservation application. Make checks payable to Go Next. Deposits may also be made by credit card. Full payment is required by November 6, 2015. Reservations received after this date must be accompanied with full payment. Please reserve _____________ space(s). Enclosed is my/our deposit for $ _____________________. Final payments for the cruise fare may be made by check or credit card. All major credit cards are accepted. If applicable, Pre- and Post-Cruise Programs are required to be paid for by check. I/We authorize Go Next, Inc. to charge my/our credit card for the deposit of $ ____________________________ Name (as it appears on your credit card) ____________________________________________________________________________________

SIGN S Billing address HERE X ______________________________________________________________________________ same as above Billing Address (if different from above) _________________________________________________________________________________ Card Security Exp. Number _________________________________________________________ Code ____________ Date ______________

Making a deposit or acceptance or use of any vouchers, tickets, goods or services shall be deemed consent to and acceptance of the terms and conditions stated in the applicable Operator/Participant Agreement, including limitations on responsibility and liability.

FROM GOLDEN BEACHES TO STATELY COLONIAL ARCHITECTURE,

EXPERIENCE CENTRAL AMERICA ABOARD THE REGAL REGATTA

RELAX, unwind and enjoy the inherent benefits of a masterfully designed ship. The generous ratio of staff to guests allows for an astonishingly high level of personalized service and contributes to the uncompromising quality of the Oceania Cruises experience.

THE AMBIENCE • Luxurious yet relaxed atmosphere • Intimate ship with only 684 guests, providing access to more exotic ports • Exceptional decor with museum-quality art • Teak decks and verandas • Resort casual attire—no formal nights • Heated pool and three whirlpool spas

THE DISTINCTION • Impressive staff-to-guest ratio: 1 to 1.7 • Impeccable service • Award-winning Canyon Ranch SpaClub® and fitness center • Enrichment programs including seminars led by naturalists, historians and local experts

THE FLAVOR • The finest cuisine at sea • Four distinctive gourmet open-seating restaurants, all at no additional charge • Unlimited complimentary soft drinks and bottled water, cappuccino, espresso, tea and juice

A Cruise for the Culinary

CONNOISSEUR Under the expert culinary direction of one of the world’s greatest living chefs, Oceania Cruises offers its guests unparalleled dining delights from the iconic Jacques Pépin. “Food, for me, is inseparable from sharing. There is no great meal unless it is shared with family or friends.” –Jacques Pépin

EXCLUSIVE

BENEFITS

GO NEXT IS DEDICATED TO OFFERING UNIQUE AND AFFORDABLE TRAVEL EXPERIENCES WITH VALUE FOUND NOWHERE ELSE! • Assistance prior to departure with your travel • Complimentary bottle of wine in your stateroom arrangements • Comprehensive pre-departure information • Free airfare* from MORE U.S. and Canadian cities, including select shore excursion packages, providing protection from escalating airfare costs dining options, and more • Attentive service from an experienced Go Next • After-hours on-call support for those unexpected program manager throughout your voyage travel interruptions • Go Next Welcome Reception to meet your fellow travelers

Cabo San Lucas

San Francisco Cabo San Lucas

Key West

Miami

Acapulco Puerto Quetzal San Juan del Sur This map represents approximate locations.

Puntarenas

Cartagena PANAMA A CAN CANAL

APR 24: MIAMI, FLORIDA Depart 6PM Embark on your luxury cruise aboard Regatta in vibrant Miami, an international city rich with the influence of Caribbean and Latin American culture. Consider arriving a day early and enhancing your journey with the Go Next Exclusive Miami Pre-Cruise Program, including accommodations and breakfast at the four-star Crowne Plaza® Miami International Airport Hotel, a panoramic sightseeing tour, transfers to Regatta, and more. APR 25: KEY WEST, FLORIDA Arrive 7AM–Depart 1PM A beautiful and inspiring island, Key West has been home to both Ernest Hemingway and Tennessee Williams. Closer to Havana than Miami and inhabiting the southernmost point in the continental United States, Key West celebrates a strong Cuban influence. APR 26: CRUISING THE STRAITS OF FLORIDA APR 27: CRUISING THE CARIBBEAN SEA APR 28: CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA Arrive 7AM–Depart 1PM One of South America’s most enchanting towns, Cartagena is a grand cultural and architectural feast. In the old walled city, Spanish colonial buildings and ornate churches border narrow streets, fragrant flowers spill over balconies, and horse-drawn carriages trundle past leafy plazas and charming open-air cafes. APR 29: PANAMA CANAL DAYLIGHT TRANSIT APR 30: CRUISING THE PACIFIC OCEAN MAY 1: PUNTARENAS, COSTA RICA Arrive 8AM–Depart 6PM Aptly named Puntarenas, or “Sand Point” in Spanish, this large Pacific port rests at the end of a narrow, sandy peninsula jutting into the Gulf of Nicoya. Head further inland to experience Costa Rica’s diverse ecological majesty—renowned for its breathtaking waterfalls, imposing volcanoes, and lush rainforests. MAY 2: SAN JUAN DEL SUR, NICARAGUA Arrive 7AM–Depart 5PM With a crescent-shaped bay fringed with gorgeous cliffs and golden sands, San Juan del Sur invites absolute tranquility. Once a sleepy fishing village and later a booming transport hub during the gold rush, today this tropical oasis is one of Nicaragua’s most popular resort destinations. MAY 3: PUERTO QUETZAL, GUATEMALA Arrive 1PM–Depart 8PM Famed for the colorful bird and national symbol from which it takes its name, Puerto Quetzal is Guatemala’s largest Pacific Ocean port and a gateway to some of the country’s most resplendent scenery. Beyond the town lies lovely Antigua, the country’s old colonial capital, sprinkled with peaceful tree-lined plazas, exquisite Spanish colonial architecture, and well-preserved ruins. MAY 4: CRUISING THE PACIFIC OCEAN MAY 5: ACAPULCO, MEXICO Arrive 8AM–Depart 5PM During its glamorous 1950s heyday, this Mexican resort was a magnet for celebrities, including Frank Sinatra, John Wayne, Elvis Presley, Elizabeth Taylor, and Judy Garland. Today, it’s easy to see the allure of Acapulco, with its cathedral-dominated plaza and glittering beaches.

Key West

Costa Rica

MAY 6: CRUISING THE PACIFIC OCEAN MAY 7: CABO SAN LUCAS, MEXICO Arrive 8AM–Depart 2PM One of Mexico’s premier resort towns, Cabo San Lucas rests at the tip of the Baja Peninsula, where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez. Clear aquamarine seas, picture-perfect beaches, and dramatic rock formations provide a tranquil atmosphere, while an explosion of trendy restaurants, chic boutiques, and huge beachfront hotels lends an energetic, modern flavor to this natural paradise. MAY 8-9: CRUISING THE PACIFIC OCEAN MAY 10: SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA Disembark 8AM Bid farewell to Regatta and return home, or extend your stay with the Go Next Exclusive San Francisco Post-Cruise Program. Discover the iconic attractions that make San Francisco “America’s Favorite City,” and venture north to experience the world-class wineries and soul-stirring landscapes of Sonoma and Napa Valley.

Shore excursions are not included. In each port of call you may select from a variety of optional shore excursions for an additional charge, some of which are referenced in the descriptions above. Go Next will offer a unique collection of Oceania Cruises shore excursions, available for purchase approximately four months prior to departure. Oceania Cruises may modify the cruise itinerary up to and during the voyage. Air arrangements, cruise accommodations, local transportation, and optional shore excursions are arranged by Oceania Cruises, which may use other suppliers or providers to render the services. The agreement in this brochure is the exclusive and entire statement of the agreement between you and Go Next, Inc. It should be read carefully.

GO NEXT EXCLUSIVE PRE- & POST-CRUISE PROGRAMS

MIAMI PRE-CRUISE PROGRAM

SAN FRANCISCO POST-CRUISE PROGRAM

$299 PER PERSON, DOUBLE OCCUPANCY

$899 PER PERSON, DOUBLE OCCUPANCY

APR 23–24

• 1 night at the 4-star Crowne Plaza® Miami International Airport Hotel or similar accommodations, with breakfast • Transfers from the hotel to the cruise ship with related luggage handling • Half-day panoramic excursion of Miami - Wynwood Arts District - Coconut Grove - Miami Beach - Coral Gables - Downtown Miami - Little Havana

MAY 10–12

• 2 nights at the 4-star Parc 55 San Francisco, a Hilton Hotel or similar accommodations, with breakfast • Transfers from the cruise ship to the hotel with related luggage handling • Half-day panoramic excursion of San Francisco - Take in some of the city’s most celebrated attractions - Visit the charming bayside village of Sausalito • Full-day excursion of Sonoma and Napa Valley, including visits to Benziger Family Winery and V. Sattui Winery

Programs include accommodations, sightseeing, transfers between the hotel and cruise ship, an exclusive Go Next program manager/hospitality desk and professional tour guides. Global Destinations Management, Ltd. and Go Next, Inc. are not responsible for injuries or losses resulting from any causes beyond their own respective and exclusive control. Global Destinations Management, Ltd. and Go Next, Inc. are not responsible for the negligence of the other or any other suppliers or providers. Land accommodations, local transportation, and sightseeing are arranged and operated by Gray Line Miami in Miami and Alcatraz Media in San Francisco, which may use other suppliers or providers to render the services. HOTELS AND SIGHTSEEING ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

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