Women of the Midwest

MEET OUR FOUNDER

ANNE FULDBY-OLSEN

ABOUT ANNE FULDBY-OLSEN:

Anne Fuldby-Olsen, the founder of Women of the Midwest, came to Executive Travel from Copenhagen, Denmark via Athens, Greece, in March 2012. Anne has spent more than 32 years in the travel industry, worked for two airlines at the beginning of her career and, after moving to Greece, she built a Destination Management Company. As a European travel expert, she enjoys designing beautiful tailor-made European tours. Since January 2015 Anne is leading Executive Travel’s groups and escorted tours Department with an intense passion and endless energy. Her extensive travel experiences around the world since her childhood, and her huge network of collaborators, grants her the ability to create unique signature journeys.

HOW IT ALL BEGAN:

The idea of Women of the Midwest arose when Anne realized that more than 65% of travelers joining an escorted tour are women. Along with Anne’s strong local network over the past 10 years (Anne spend half of her time in Lincoln, NE), and a handful of enthusiastic Nebraska friendsof-heart, Women of the Midwest was born in 2018 and the dream of offering journeys solely to women became true.

MEET THE TEAM

OUR AMBASSADORS:

Ann K. Bruntz, Women of the Midwest, Ambassador:

I am a farm & ranch woman with a yen for travel. My work and volunteer activities have allowed me the opportunity to travel around the USA and the world the past 25 years. I want to share a few of those favorite places with you. I am looking forward to sharing a little of the world with a touch of agriculture as we venture out around the world. There are still many places within the USA to explore and we will plan some small group adventures domestically too. My interests are beef, agriculture, reading, cooking, and making new friends. I look forward to exploring the world - near and far - with small groups of like-minded women.

Sally Dunham, Women of the Midwest, Ambassador:

Growing up in eastern Nebraska gave me a love of people and the amazing world God created. As a child, we didn’t travel much, but the family vacations we took, gave me a wanderlust to see more. Then as a teacher, I found that studying other countries, in addition to our own wonderful United States, only added to my interest. I could travel in the summer and found that sharing with my students when the new school year began, opened up a whole new world to them of other people and cultures, and also encouraged me to travel even more. Travel is so rewarding and I would like to invite you to share educational experiences with Women of the Midwest.

Barb Wallingford, Women of the Midwest, Ambassador:

I grew up in Lincoln in an amazing and wonderfully-large family. In 1981, I married Steve, and we have 3 incredible children and 6 grandchildren. Along with my faith, my family is the heart and soul of my life. As a teacher, I have taught children from many countries, and have been captivated by their stories of their countries. I have been fascinated by their culture’s uniqueness, yet in wonder at how similar we still are. In recent years, I began traveling more and I can’t seem to get enough … the more places I see, the more I want to go to new destinations! As an Ambassador of Women of the Midwest, I look forward to forging new friendships and memories with you through travel. I hope you will join me!

Lora Black, Women of the Midwest, Ambassador:

I’m a native Nebraskan and I grew up on a farm. I have wanted to travel since I was in grade school, and a fellow classmate got to show his viewmaster slides of Yellowstone to our class for show and tell! I was so envious. And, it took me pretty much a lifetime to begin my own journeys, and take my own slides! But, now I don’t want to stop! I have been on a mission trip to Honduras to build houses, France with Friendship Force, and have taken several European vacations traveling by myself. I have a sense of adventure and love to see the art, history and architecture I have only read about all my life. I love meeting new people, seeing new places, and making new friends. I’m an advocate for travel. Come. Join me.

Susan Hanson, Women of the Midwest, Ambassador:

I grew up in southwest Nebraska and, except for attending college, have lived on our family farm in that special place in “the middle of everywhere” all of my life. Family, teaching, quilting, and helping lead young people on musical tours through Europe are just a few of my life’s passions and experiences. Traveling with women to beautiful, historical destinations is so exciting, and I look forward to being a part of many new breathtaking adventures with them through Women of the Midwest.

Lisa Anderson, Women of the Midwest, Ambassador:

I am married to John (32 years) and have two grown children and one grandchild. I have lived in Omaha for 45+ years and consider this my forever home. I am self-employed and have two businesses, Anderson Signs Inc. and AJ’s Café Inc. In 2022, I took my first trip with Women of the Midwest to Iceland where I caught the traveling “bug!” I know my experiences as a traveler will greatly help me as I transition to this new endeavor. Motto: Travel! As much as you can. As far as you can. As long as you can. Life is not meant to be lived in one place!

Rhonda Wagner, Women of the Midwest, Ambassador:

I grew up in Dodge City, KS, and spent a year living in Adelaide, Australia, with my parents, the kangaroos, and wombats. That opened my eyes to the world of travel, different cultures, and different countries, and I was hooked. I have worked in the travel industry for forty years! I am married to my husband Terry; we have 6 grown children and 4 grandchildren. We enjoy all types of travel: domestic & international, cruising, and trains. Travel introduces new experiences every time; I’ve made new friends and wonderful memories. I hope you’ll join us for your next adventure!

Carol Ann Condon, Women of the Midwest, Ambassador:

Born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska, my heart and roots are in the Midwest. However, at an early age, I knew I wanted to travel and see the world. I joined the airlines and got the opportunity to do just that. I traveled a lot those first years, and had countless experiences and met many interesting people along the way. I’ve been married for 30 years and have two daughters in their twenties. I retired from the airlines after 26 years, some time ago. Since then, I’ve kept busy with various jobs and interests, but I’ve longed to reconnect with the world beyond my door. Now I have reached another chapter in my life and look forward to amazing journeys with Women of the Midwest!

Jennifer King, Women of the Midwest, Ambassador:

Hello, welcome! Living in Omaha, Nebraska, for the majority of my life, yet my passion for travel finds me away on adventures much of the time. I was a habitual solo traveler, conquering 47 of our states along with Mexico, Central America, and most of Europe, yet I knew I did not want to experience Iceland solo. Thankfully, I found Women of the Midwest. That trip to Iceland was so fabulous that it converted this solo traveler into a group traveler who has now visited not only Iceland but also Ireland, Jordan, and Egypt. I invite you to come and experience the magic of group travel on one of our epic journeys. Cheers!

Roni Thramer, Women of the Midwest, Ambassador:

After spending my first ten years in Texas, my family and I moved to Nebraska. I grew up in a large family in a small, vibrant town. I have always thought that the Midwest is a great place to live and raise a family. But, with my curiosity and sense of adventure, I wanted to see what the rest of the world had to offer. I got the opportunity to do so working as a flight attendant. After many years of working in this profession, I gave it up a few years back. But I am once again yearning to go out and explore, and share new experiences with others. I feel so blessed to have this opportunity through Women of the Midwest! If you, like me, want to see beautiful destinations, make new friends, and share unforgettable experiences, join me for an adventure of a lifetime!

Mary Kay Roth, Women of the Midwest, Ambassador:

I grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska, but took two career moves to work as a newspaper reporter in Florida and New York – before returning to my hometown for a job on the Journal Star. Mid-career I switched again to serve as director of Communications for Lincoln Public Schools until retirement a few years ago. These days I spend my time enjoying books and music and grandchildren – writing with the 5WomenMayhem bloggers – traveling the highways and byways of the world – and hiking as many wilderness trails as possible … always in search of sunrises and full moons.

MEET THE TEAM

OUR SUPPORT TEAM:

Angella Christianson, Women of the Midwest, Operations Administrator:

I was born in Dallas, TX, but as a child, I was raised in 5 different states. I married my husband in Colorado; his job relocated us to Nebraska, where we have raised our two adult children. I enjoy watching movies and any kind of sport events, emphasizing baseball and football. From 2006-2020 my family and I fulfilled a bucket list adventure by visiting every Major League Baseball stadium in the US and Canada. Recently, we traveled to Aruba, which was a fantastic trip, and we hope to return very soon. I can’t wait to start my new journey with Women of the Midwest / Executive Travel and assist our travelers and friends with their dream adventures.

Roni Thramer, Women of the Midwest, Operations Administrator:

Liset Garcia-Bates, Women of the Midwest, Advisor & Ticketing Agent:

I grew up in Los Angeles, moved to Ohio in my mid-twenties, and I now live in Northern Kentucky near Cincinnati with my husband. I enjoy the outdoors, and my hobbies include running, biking, going on hikes, and kayaking. I have two sons; my oldest is 30 years old, and my youngest is 25. I’ve been in the travel industry since my senior year in high school, and have been with Executive Travel for four years now. To say I love to travel is an understatement! I enjoy meeting people and learning about their cultures; we are all unique. I’ve been fortunate to have visited a few beautiful places in my life like Tahiti, Hawaii, Italy, France, and Spain, but that’s only the beginning. Come, join us - let’s explore the world together!

Polly Welmaker, Women of the Midwest, Group Department Director

I was born in Midland, TX and am the daughter of two successful entrepreneurs (Mother Patsy Welmaker owned Adventure Travel). I started in the travel business at age 16 as a ticket delivery girl and worked my way up in the Corporate travel world, working as an Account Manager for the Pepsi-Cola account (100 million in annual business). I took a break from business to move to Costa Rica - and fell in love with Central and South America. Next, I traveled extensively through Argentina, Peru, Ecuador, Uruguay, Costa Rica, Belize, Nicaragua, Panama, and Honduras. Following this, I worked as the Shore Excursions Director and Public Speaker on cruise ships on the Mississippi and the Columbia and as a Cruise Director in China on the Yangtze River. I’ve been fortunate to travel all over the world, and now I get to share that knowledge and my love for touring with the wonderful Women of the Midwest.

Rebekah Lassen, Women of the Midwest, Marketing Associate:

I grew up in Austin, TX and moved to Nebraska in 2008 to attend Concordia University-Nebraska. Upon graduation, I married a Nebraska native. We have two children, a son (age 6) and a daughter (age 4). We enjoy spending time on our acreage north of Lincoln, gathering with friends, and watching our children enjoy a variety of activities throughout the year. In prior years, my family enjoyed 12+ years of cruise reunions to the Bahamas, Caribbean, Virgin Islands, and more. Most of our travel remains domestic these days, but as the children get older, I look forward to traveling more. I am excited to be back with Women of the Midwest / Executive Travel, working alongside a wonderful team, doing what I love!

Anne Fuldby-Olsen, Women of the Midwest, Founder:

I was born and raised in Copenhagen, Denmark. In 1993, I moved to Athens, Greece, where I married Tony. Living in a city with over five thousand years of history is not only fascinating but also very inspirational. I have spent more than 33 years in the travel industry, been blessed with traveling all my life, and visited more than 30 countries and, after moving to Greece, I built a Destination Management Company. Since March 2012, I have been a part of Executive Travel, and since January 2015, I have directed the Group Department, utilizing my extensive travel experiences. I am blessed with a worldwide network of collaborators, allowing me to create unique signature journeys.

The idea of Women of the Midwest arose when I realized that close to 70% of the travelers joining our escorted tours were women. Along with my solid local network over the past 11 years (I spend half of my time in Lincoln, NE) and a handful of enthusiastic Nebraska friends-of-heart, Women of the Midwest was born in 2018, and the dream of offering journeys solely to women became a wonderful reality

The annual membership fee is $100 and offers a lot of benefits:

• $100 discount on your first trip with us!

• $50 referral award towards future trips with us for each referral who becomes a member of ours (max. $100 referral awards per trip)!

• TOUR$! You automatically earn 2% of the land package tour price, which will be deducted from your next journey with Women of the Midwest!

• If canceling a tour prior to full payment, the deposit and professional fees can be applied to a future Women of the Midwest tour taking off within twelve (12) months!

• Quarterly newsletter with a treat!

• Priority to sign up for our trips!

*Remember you do not need to be a member to travel with us.

2025 JOURNEYS:

Grounded Kauai, Hawaii (second departure): February 12-17, 2025

Historic South: March 27 - April 2, 2025

Italian Spring – Rome, Tuscany, Florence, Venice: March 30 - April 10, 2025

Belgium & the Netherlands: April 6-15, 2025

Belgium & the Netherlands (second departure): April 21-30, 2025

Greece – Eat, Live, Love: May 1-14, 2025

Ireland & Northern Ireland: May 8-21, 2025

Fairy Tale England – Walking the Cotswolds: June 7-16, 2025

Canadian Cities & Falls: June 18-26, 2025

England - Castles & Gardens: June 22 - July 3, 2025

Norway & Sweden: July 4-16, 2025

Scotland: August 5-15, 2025

Canada - the Ultimate Maritimes: August 5-16, 2025

Denmark & Norway: August 7-19, 2025

Fairy Tale England – Walking the Cotswolds: August 9-18, 2025

Ireland: August 16-25, 2025

Mackinac Island - Laid-back Lakeside: September 3-10, 2025

New England Fall Celebration: September 13-19, 2025

Iceland: September 19-26, 2025

Grounded Kauai, Hawaii (third departure): September 24-29, 2025

Greece - Eat, Live, Love: September 25 - October 8, 2025

New England Fall Spectacular: September 27 – October 3, 2025

Portugal: September 30 - October 11, 2025

Iceland: October 4-11, 2025

Italy – Eat, Live, Love: October 12-24, 2025

Costa Rica - Pure Life!: October 29 - November 6, 2025

New York City: November 19-23, 2025

New York City - Thanksgiving Tour: November 25-29, 2025

Christmas in Belgium: November 29 - December 8, 2025

2025 JOURNEYS

Dear Women of the Midwest,

GROUNDED KAUAI, HAWAII

with Women of the Midwest

February 12-17, 2025

My name is Denise Welmaker. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice in San Antonio, Texas. I was born and raised on a farm in Southwestern Kansas and consider myself a Midwesterner at heart.

The university brought me to South Texas, where I followed in the footsteps of my aunt, a Clinical Social Worker in Lawrence, Kansas. I started my career in hospitals, but I quickly transitioned to hospice and end-of-life care. There is something about working with people who don’t have much time left that helps you put things into perspective. Because I found this incredibly important, I based my 30 years of clinical counseling practice on working with people 55 plus. We are all works in progress… ever-changing and evolving, and I feel blessed to help people navigate their way down the path chosen or maybe just the path they somehow wandered upon. I’ve honed my skills and techniques to assist in healing past wounds, to help us live mindfully in the present, and to gratefully plan for a purposeful and meaningful future.

Our new program, Grounded, has lofty but attainable goals. It is designed for those who feel physically and emotionally out of shape. The program aims to introduce attainable ways to adjust our compasses and live a happier, more fulfilling life grounded in self-care. Join us on the first in this series of wellness trips in beautiful Kauai, Hawaii! It is specifically curated for relaxation and peace, oh…and tons of laughter! Through our love of traveling solo together, we will continue cultivating our sisterhoods and forming new and essential friendships while learning to be Grounded.

In loving health,

Denise Welmaker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Ambassador for Grounded Women of the Midwest

Our goals for Grounded are to learn tools to:

• Become Grounded in wellness, goodness, happiness, and joyfulness.

• Learn the importance of our five senses in our daily lives.

• Enhance physical relaxation, mindfulness, and being present.

• Find purpose in your current situation.

• Create an action plan to incorporate what you have learned.

Day 1 - Wednesday - February 12, 2025

Today, we arrive in beautiful Kauai and transfer to our stunning beachside hotel. At 6:30 PM dinner is served and after dinner, we will meet with Denise and delve into what we have in store for the week, begin our media detox, and hand out welcome goodies. Take an evening walk on the beach or relax in your room. D

Day 2 - Thursday - February 13, 2025

Today the theme is grounding. Grounding, sometimes called earthing, is the process of connecting to the Earth’s electrical energy. This practice is rooted in the theory that the electrical charges from the Earth can have a positive impact on your health. Grounding can involve walking barefoot outside, lying in the grass, or running your fingers through the dirt. Is gardening therapeutic for you? This might be why! We will explore the benefits of grounding and offer tips on how to incorporate it into your daily routine.

Following breakfast Denise will lead a fun outdoor activity with today’s theme in mind and later Denise will be available for pre-planned individual chats.

Late morning our guide will pick us up and take us to Waimea town for lunch on our own. After lunch in Waimea we are in for a big treat! We will tour the Waimea Canyon, a geological wonder that Mark Twain purportedly called “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific.” After, we’ll explore the Wailua River with a boat ride to the Fern Grotto. The tranquil Wailua River weaves by gorgeous waterfalls and lush, jungle landscapes on Kauai’s east side.

This evening have dinner on your own at one of the walkable restaurants. B

Day 3 - Friday - February 14, 2025

Following breakfast Denise will lead a fun outdoor activity with today’s theme in mind and Denise will be available for preplanned individual chats.

This full afternoon’s Regenerative Farm and Food Experience begins with a half-mile walk to a Historic Stone Dam built in the 1800s to support the plantation’s sugar cane production. The tour offers a showcase of what grows on Kauai in the regenerative food forest: a collection of exotic and delicious foods brought to Hawaii from all corners of the globe. The tour concludes with a family-style meal to savor and enjoy while celebrating the delicious diversity that exists on Kauai. A perfect island evening in a beautiful tropical farm setting. B & D

Day 4 - Saturday - February 15, 2025

We are in for a full day of wellness and fun! Today’s theme is “How to quiet your inner critic”. Before breakfast, we will learn about the importance of being kind and compassionate to ourselves. Is your internal dialogue always kind and compassionate? Would you speak to your best friend in the same way that you “speak” to yourself? Denise will explain the long-term effects of negative self-talk and provide tools to replace it with warmth and kindness. We will use the ancient Hawaiian tradition of Ho’oponopono which is the practice of reconciliation and forgiveness. This helps you to let go of negative emotions, grudges, and fears, acting as a mental detox.

So hold on to your sun hats and let’s start the day!

After lunch on your own, we will depart for our Mountain Tubing Adventure in an historic ditch and tunnel system that once irrigated a vast sugar plantation. Begin with a four-wheel drive across the former sugar fields to see breathtaking views of Mt. Wai’ale’ale and waterfalls. Then float through 2.5 miles of open canals and 5 tunnels on gently flowing waters with beautiful scenery for a relaxing, fun, and fascinating experience. This evening have dinner on your own at one of a selection of walkable restaurants near the hotel. After dinner, Denise will be available for pre-planned individual chats. B

Day 5 - Sunday - February 16, 2025

Start your day with words of encouragement from Denise regarding being of service to others and how that can impact us in positive ways. Enjoy breakfast, and then enjoy a full free day to do whatever you please! Take advantage of our beachside hotel pool, restaurant, and bar. Book an optional tour in advance or walk over to the shops and restaurants at Coconut Marketplace for some souvenir shopping. The world is your oyster! Denise will be available for pre-planned individual chats at designated times. B

Day 6 - Monday - February 17, 2025

Today’s theme is creating a retreat at home. As we prepare to head home after an amazing trip to Hawaii it may hit you…

how will I keep this up at home? No beach, no problem. After breakfast, Denise will talk about how to prepare a space to practice your new techniques. How to “get away” when there’s no place to go and how to “staycation” at home.

Pack your bags but the fun isn’t nearly over! After checking out of the hotel, we are off to experience a guided conductornarrated train tour of the historic 105 acres of the Kilohana Plantation. This includes an animal feeding stop, a rum tasting demonstration, and a Mai Tai cocktail. We will end this amazing excursion with dinner at Gaylord’s Restaurant. Full and happy we will bid Mahalo to the beautiful people of Kauai and transfer to the airport for an overnight flight home. You will arrive home on February 18, 2025. B & D

Itinerary is subject to change. B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Beach Bar Sunsets

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room: $4,895.00

Per person in a single room: $5,695.00

Remember our “Pair & Share” program for solo travelers. A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on October 15, 2024, is non-refundable, and can be paid by cash or check. Credit card payment (any payments after the deposit) will access a 3.5% processing fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

The tour will be materialized with a minimum of 10 travelers and a maximum of 14 travelers. Should we, for any reason, not be able to guarantee this departure, we will offer a refund of all funds paid to Executive Travel for land, air and travel insurance 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• Airfare to/from Lihue Airport economy class (direct flights not guaranteed)

• 5 nights ocean view accommodations

• 5 x breakfast

• 3 x dinner

• 4 x afternoon tours

• 4 x themed sessions with Professional Program Leader

• Individual sessions with Professional Program Leader

• Porterage at airport and hotels (one bag per person)

• Professional Program Leader - Denise Welmaker, LCSW

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador - Polly Welmaker

• Detailed Travel Documents (hard copy and electronic)

• Gratuities to local guides and drivers

*We are happy to assist with airfare from any city in the U.S. A small additional fee may apply.

Phone: 888.549.1186

GroupDepartment@executivetravel.com www.executivetravel.com

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3 4

This journey is a soft level 3. Between the scheduled sightseeing tours included in the program and personal exploration, you can expect to walk approximately 3 miles or more over the course of a day typically on pavements. This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.

Group airfare:

Airfare, included in your package. Click here for details. A small supplement may be applicable, if you fly from/to a different city than Omaha, NE.

Travel Insurance:

Travelex Insurance Services, Inc. CA Agency License #0D10209. Insurance coverages underwritten by individual member companies of Zurich in North America, including Zurich American Insurance Company (NAIC #16535, state of domicile: New York), 1299 Zurich Way, Schaumburg, IL 60196.

Hotel Accommodations:

Kauai: Kauai Shores Hotel (ocean view rooms) or similar. Final accommodation will be confirmed 90 days prior to departure.

Not Included:

• Airline baggage fees (estimate $40 per checked

• bag per way)

• Travel Insurance

• Professional fees, $75 per person due at time of

• registration

• Personal expenses

• Meals other than mentioned in the tour program

• Entrance fees to monuments and/or museums other than mentioned

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions 1212 O Street • Lincoln, NE 68508

Historic South Southern Charm!

with Women of the Midwest

March 27 - April 2, 2025

Dear Women of the Midwest,

Join me as we take a step back in time to places steeped in southern charm and hospitality, rich in history and tradition, and fertile with lush gardens. Experience a simpler time as we visit quaint towns with cobblestone streets adorned with historic homes and gardens, old-fashioned craft and antique shops, and unparalleled landscapes. Absorb the breathtaking beauty and sweet spring aromas of the ornamental magnolias, camellias, and azaleas as they boldly burst free from their long winter sleep and drench the spring air with the fragrance of romance and less hectic times.

Engage your tastebuds with the incredible southern cuisine, abundant with local favorites. Experience the very soul of the historic South as we enjoy trolley rides and horse-drawn carriages or even take a stroll through the quaint neighborhoods, exploring life through the eyes of our great American ancestors. Savor the appreciation of the incredible uniqueness of the antebellum architecture, the picturesque streets, and the courtyards of years gone by.

And don’t forget about the beautiful sandy beaches and coastline surrounding us throughout this trip!

I hope you will consider joining me and other like-minded women as we travel solo together on this remarkable journey to the historic South. You are guaranteed to meet new acquaintances, some of whom may very well become your newest close friends and travel companions! Take a chance on adventure! It is a win-win opportunity!

Yours in friendship and travel, Barb Wallingford, Ambassador

March 27, 2025 - Thursday

Traveling to Charleston

Our wonderful adventure begins as we fly to Charleston, SC. Upon arrival, we meet our local tour director and transfer to our hotel, where we will spend our first two nights. Originally founded as Charles Towne in 1670, this cultured and refined city is a beautifully preserved treasure. Steeped in history and quintessentially Southern, the city’s past is evident in its genteel charm and soul-stirring landscapes.

Time to relax and unwind. Tonight, we will enjoy a welcome cocktail with our local tour director and fellow travelers. C

March 28, 2025 - Friday

Charleston Sightseeing

This morning, we will visit the Edmonston-Alston House. Despite the ravages of the Civil War, the Earthquake of 1886, and

numerous hurricanes, the Alston family pieces remain in place much as they have for over 150 years. Notable in the collection is an original print of the Ordinance of Secession, portraits, the dining room table, gas lights, mirrors, and exquisite interior woodwork.

This afternoon, we will enjoy a Charleston City Tour. Built on a peninsula, Charleston has remained a beautiful port city for over 300 years. Preservation and Southern gentility are a way of life here. We will see the Historic District, Citadel, and Battery Park.

Tonight, we will enjoy a welcome dinner at a popular local restaurant in Charleston. B | D

March 29, 2025 - Saturday

Beaufort - Savannah

We will enjoy breakfast and then head out to visit Middleton Place, home to America’s oldest landscaped garden and a National Historic Landmark.

It began in 1741 and took ten years to complete the terraces, lakes and camellia alleys. Tour the home and stable yard with its craft displays.

Then, depart for the historic port city of Beaufort, a quaint 1711 town with narrow tree-lined streets and historic homes. Enjoy a charming Carriage Ride through town.

Next, we will travel to the fascinating city of Savannah, America’s first planned city, whose entire restored centermore than 1,000 buildings - is a National Historic Landmark.

We will check in for a two-night stay. Enjoy free time this evening to enjoy a local restaurant or shopping on your own. B

March 30, 2025 - Sunday

Savannah Sightseeing Breakfast is served, and then it is time to explore Savannah. We will tour the restored Mercer-Williams House Museum

Magnolia

designed by New York architect John S. Norris for General Hugh W. Mercer. Construction began in 1860 and was subsequently interrupted by the Civil War, and eventually completed in 1868.

Next, enjoy a Savannah City Tour. We will see the 20 original squares, all landscaped with oaks, azaleas, fountains, and statues. We will drive by the Old Cotton Exchange, River Street, and Madison Square of General Sherman’s “March to the Sea” fame. Enjoy time on your own this afternoon to see the sights of John Berendt’s Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil and stroll the historic cobblestone streets.

Tonight, join us in enjoying southern cuisine at a fine local restaurant in Savannah. B | D

March 31, 2025 - Monday

St. Simons Island – Jekyll Island

After a filling breakfast, we travel south to the Golden Isles of Georgia. We stop to visit St. Simons Island, known for its salt marshes and sandy beaches. We will view the famous Christ Church and St. Simons Lighthouse, which was destroyed during the Civil War and rebuilt in 1872. St. Simons Island has been voted America’s Favorite Romantic Town; you will understand why. Lunch is enjoyed at St. Simons Island.

In the afternoon, we will arrive on Jekyll Island, a former hunting reserve for America’s top millionaires. Goodyear, Pulitzer, and Rockefeller all built elaborate “cottages” here. We will surround ourselves with rich history and true Southern hospitality as we check in at Jekyll Island Club Hotel. A wealth of dining venues, a variety of activities, and direct access to the National Landmark Jekyll Island Historic District.The evening is at leisure to enjoy this beautiful property. B | L

April 1, 2025 - Tuesday

Jekyll Island

After a delicious breakfast, we will take a guided trolley tour of the island, including the historic district with the Indian Mound Cottage, the Mosaic Gallery, and the Faith Chapel. The afternoon is yours to walk the beach and enjoy the resort leisurely. Visit the Georgia Sea Turtle Center, an educational and rehabilitation

Tonight’s farewell dinner is served in the Jekyll Island Club’s Grand Dining Room, a venue of social and historical significance that has welcomed titans of industry, star-of-thestage, and resort guests for over a century. This will be a night to remember! B | D

April 2, 2025 - Wednesday

Traveling Home

After a relaxing breakfast, it is time to leave our hotel and head to the airport for our flight back home. Our memories of the most charming journey of the South will enrich our home-going as we return home to share our adventures. B

Itinerary is subject to change.

B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner C = Cocktail

facility where you get a chance to learn about sea turtles and see rehabilitation in action.

Jekyll Island Driftwood Let’s Rock!

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room:

$4,595

Per person in a single room: $5,795

Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on November 27, 2024, and is nonrefundable. The balance can be paid in cash or by check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 22 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• Airfare Omaha* - Charleston / Jacksonville - Omaha*, economy class incl. taxes and fees (airfare is subject to change)

• 6 nights at 3 and 4-star hotels

• 6 x breakfast

• 3 x dinner

• 1 x welcome cocktail

• All tours and admissions as per the tour program

• Transportation with private deluxe motor coach

• Baggage handling at hotels (1 bag per person)

• Women of the Midwest tour ambassador

• Professional, local tour director from arrival to Charleston to departure from Jacksonville

• All local taxes and fees

*We are happy to assist with airfare from any city in the U.S. A small additional fee may apply.

Phone: 888.549.1186

GroupDepartment@executivetravel.com www.executivetravel.com

SECURE ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: WomenoftheMidwest.com/journeys/

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2+ 3 4

This tour involves a decent amount of walking, some stairs, periods of standing, outdoor activities, and some steep areas within the places visited. Comfortable, sturdy shoes/boots are always recommended. This trip is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties.

Group airfare:

Group airfare is available. Click here for details

Travel Insurance:

Hotel Accommodations (announced 30 days prior to dep.): Charleston - Courtyard Historic District or similar Savannah - Courtyard Historic District or similar Jekyll Island - Jekyll Island Club Hotel

Not Included:

• Baggage fees (usually $40 for the first checked bag up to 50 lbs.)

• Travel insurance

• Gratuities for local tour director and motor coach driver (estimate $12-15 per day in total)

• Personal expenses

• Meals other than mentioned in the tour program

• Entrance fees to monuments and/or museums other than mentioned

• Professional fees, $75 per person, due at time of registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions 1212 O Street • Lincoln, NE 68508

ITALIAN SPRING

Rome - Tuscany - Florence - Venice

with

March 30 - April 10, 2025

Dear Women of the Midwest, Imagine springtime in Italy - Piazzas, Gondolas, the Tuscan hillsides, flowers in bloom, fresh vegetables, longer days ... I’m CarolAnn Condon, and I invite you along on a tour of Italy in 2025! Give yourself the gift of travel and immerse yourself in the Italian way of life. Join me and go back in time to where art and culture began - the birthplace of the Renaissance! Florence! That is day five of our tour, but first, let me tell you how our adventure begins …

We start our journey by arriving in Rome for a 3-night stay where we will follow the path of the ancient Romans. You will have the opportunity to try making fresh pasta and tiramisu from secret recipes passed on for generations! We will tour the Eternal City, walk, eat, and visit the famous Vatican museums. You will see Michelangelo’s Pieta, housed in St. Peter’s Basilica, and we will make our way to the Sistine Chapel, where it took Michelangelo four years to paint the frescoed ceiling. Up next is the Tuscan region. The revered patron saint of animals and founder of the Franciscan order, Saint Francis of Assisi’s birthplace will be explored, and we will spend four nights in the heart of Tuscany amist olive groves and vineyards, providing us with many tasting opportunities!

Located a short drive away is Florence, the home of the Renaissance, which started here in the early 15th century. Shop the famous leather, Florentine paper, jewelry, and handmade ceramic goods that Florence is renowned for. Take time to “slow down,” grab a gelato and just sit outside and watch the world pass by!

Lastly, we are on to the Queen of the Adriatic, Venice, the floating city. Walking tours take us to the legendary Piazza San Marco, St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, and the Rialto Bridge, and we can’t visit Venice without taking a Gondola ride and a visit to the islands of Murano, home of glassworks, and Burano, the home of handmade lace.

Reserve your place now for this fabulous trip to Italy.

CarolAnn Condon, Ambassador, Women of the Midwest

March 30, 2025 - Sunday

Traveling to Rome

Our charming adventure begins as we take an overnight flight to Rome. Enjoy inflight entertainment and meal service as you start your Italian dream vacation.

March 31, 2025 - Monday

Rome

Welcome to Rome! Upon arrival, we meet our private tour guide and take a short drive to the center of Rome to enjoy a walking tour through the most impressive settings in Rome. This is a unique chance to experience Federico Fellini’s classic “La Dolce Vita” (The Sweet Life) and then take in the atmosphere of the famous movie “Eat, Pray, Love.” See for yourself the top sites in Rome, including restaurants, fountains, piazza (squares), and neighborhoods featured in the books and movies. Retrace the footsteps of Elizabeth, played by Julia Roberts, who spends her time in Rome searching for beauty and exploring Italian food. Your first day in Rome will be celebrated with an excellent welcome lunch at a very special restaurant ...for movie lovers only! B (during flight) | L

April 1, 2025 - Tuesday

Rome

After a hearty breakfast, we are ready to step back in time and visit “Ancient Rome,” including the Roman Forum and the Colosseum. Its real name was the Flavian Amphitheatre, after the emperors who built it in the first century AD. The Colosseum refers to the “colossal” statue

Nero that once stood at the entrance. A fun afternoon awaits. Love Italian food? Today, we will make fresh pasta and tiramisu with secret recipes straight from “nonna” (grandmother)! A truly unique experience as we learn to create fresh pasta with our favorite flavors, topped with a selection of Italian cheeses ... and love! Held in a 17th-century Palazzo near Piazza Navona, this interactive class is led by our enthusiastic Italian chef. We will complete our cooking experience by making Italy’s “numero uno” dessert, tiramisu! Layered with delicious cream, coffee, sugar, and cocoa, it’s no wonder that tiramisu is so sought-after. Now, that’s “Amore!” B | C

April 2, 2025 - Wednesday

Rome

After a delicious breakfast, we are off to another country! A few minutes from our hotel, and we are in Vatican City! We will tour the Vatican Museums, a treasure trove of ancient Greek sculptures, medieval tapestries, and Renaissance paintings. Our visit culminates at the Sistine Chapel, the room where the Pope is elected. Next, we visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the largest church in Christendom. We will see Michelangelo’s Pieta, sculpted when he was just 24, and Bernini’s seven-story bronze canopy above the main altar. The afternoon is at leisure. Time for shopping, ladies! B

April 3, 2025 - Thursday

Rome - Assisi - Tuscany

After breakfast, we head north. Our first

stop is the hillside town of Assisi, the birthplace of one of history’s most popular Catholic saints. St. Francis of Assisi founded the Franciscan order and is better known as the revered patron saint of animals. We will spend time at this stunning church and enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and villages. Lunch is served among the locals before we arrive at our Tuscan villa, where we will spend the coming four nights. We will enjoy an orientation tour of Figline Valdarno with our tour guide before we lean back and take in the peaceful atmosphere of our villa. B | L

April 4, 2025 - Friday

Tuscany

After a relaxed breakfast, we are off to nearby San Gimignano, a beautiful medieval town. Fortified walls and watchtowers show power and prosperity in the Middle Ages, though only 13 of the town’s original 76 towers still remain. Enjoy a stroll of the narrow cobbled streets, taking in the sights, Piazza della Cisterna, the Piazza del Duomo, and much more. Next, we will drive to one of our favorite Tuscan farms for olive oil and wine tastings. Lunch is served outdoors; you will love it here! We will return to our hotel for a laid-back afternoon and evening. B | T | L

April 5, 2025 - Saturday

Florence

After breakfast, we will take a short drive to Florence. We begin our visit with a guided walking tour of the Cradle of Renaissance

to admire the majestic Duomo built in 1296, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Baptistery with its renowned “Gates of Paradise” doors. We will follow the medieval streets to Florence’s most striking square: Piazza della Signoria, an open-air museum. Then we head to the Academy Gallery for a visit and to take a closer look at the breathtaking statue of David! You will have free time in the afternoon to shop and discover the city’s beauties. Stroll down the cobblestoned lanes, through majestic squares, and across ancient bridges. Enjoy the best arts and crafts, florentine paper, leather goods, and worldclass museums! Return to our villa in the late afternoon/early evening to relax and unwind. B

April 6, 2025 - Sunday

Tuscany

We are in Tuscany, the area of some of the most outstanding wines in the world, and it’s time to sniff, sip, and taste. A local winemaker will take us on a passage of grape to bottle as we enjoy a selection of Chianti Classico and Super Tuscans. This afternoon, we will join Mamma Paola at our villa to learn the basics of traditional Italian pizza. We start with an introduction to the story of pizza and dough preparations, followed by fun pizza-making. B | T | C | D

April 7, 2025 - Monday

Venice

We say a fond “arrivederci” to Tuscany as we head north to Venice. After

approximately three hours of driving, we arrive at the watery wonderland of islands seemingly laced together by delicate bridges, one of the most romantic cities in the world, but also a city where getting lost is a “must” and half the enjoyment. This is Venice! Our water taxi will take us to our hotel to check in before we head out for a walking tour, including the famous Piazza San Marco, the impressive St. Mark’s Basilica, and the Doge’s Palace, the official residence of Venetian rulers in the Middle Ages. Discover the mysterious labyrinth of alleys and waterways, the clock tower, the Rialto Bridge, and the mystique of the Palace of Prisons and the Bridge of Sighs. The walking tour ends with a fun 30-minute gondola ride. B

April 8, 2025 - Tuesday

Murano - Burano

We will enjoy a half-day excursion to Murano and Burano islands to discover the traditions and most unique places in the Venetian lagoon. The first stop is at Murano, the homeland of glass. The old Murano glassworks guard secrets handed down from generation to generation. You will have the opportunity to purchase original and beautiful works of glass art with the certainty of it being an authentic piece! We continue to the island of Burano to stroll the picturesque streets of brightly colored houses and discover the masterpieces of lace made by experts. The lace houses are true gems, and a visit to those is an unforgettable experience. We head back to Venice to enjoy lunch

at leisure, and the remainder of the day is yours to “get lost” and explore the labyrinth of narrow alleys, countless bridges, and small squares! B

April 9, 2025 - Wednesday

Venice

Today is yours to explore the city of Venice or join an optional mask-painting workshop class, offering insight into an important Venetian craft (sign up for this during your journey in Italy). Under the guidance of a resident artist, you’ll choose a mask from more than 50 different styles and decorate it according to traditional techniques. While you work, your guide tells stories of masks’ importance and function in Venetian society. Tonight, we will enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. B | D

April 10, 2025 - Thursday

Traveling Home

All too soon, your vacation has ended. Transfer to Venice airport with plenty of time to check in for our flight and clear security. You may do some last-minute shopping at the duty-free stores before boarding and flying west across the Atlantic Ocean back to the United States. B

Itinerary subject to change.

B = Breakfast

C = Cooking Class

L = Lunch

T = Tasting

D = Dinner

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room: $4,595

Per person in a single room:

Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

$5,595

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on November 30, 2024, and is non-refundable. The balance can be paid by cash or check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Register at least eight (8) months prior to departure and receive a $200 DISCOUNT!

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 22 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• 10 nights accommodations at moderate 4-star hotels

• Porterage at hotels (one bag per person)

• 10 breakfasts

• 3 x lunch

• 2 x dinner

• 2 x hands-on cooking

• Tastings (olive oil, wine)

• Private motor coach transportation as per itinerary

• Sightseeing program as per itinerary

• All admissions as per itinerary (skip-the-line where available)

• Professional English-speaking tour director during the entire program

• Professional step-on guides where required

• All local taxes and fees as of February 23, 2024

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, March 30 - April 10, 2025

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3+ 4

This tour involves a considerable amount of walking (city sightseeing by foot), some stairs, longer periods of standing, outdoor activities, and steep areas within the places visited. We walk between 3-4 miles over the course of a day. Add to this the walking you do outside the group activities. This trip is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties.

Travel Insurance:

Way, Schaumburg, IL 60196.

Group airfare: Click here for details.

Hotel Accommodation (announced 30 days in advance): Rome - Orazio Palace Hotel or similar Tuscany - Villa Casagrande or similar Venice - Rio Novo or similar

Not Included:

• Airfare

• Airline baggage fees for your second checked bag (the first checked piece up to 50 lbs is free)

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Meals & beverages other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Gratuities (estimate $15 per day in total)

• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at the time of registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

BELGIUM & THE NETHERLANDS

Brussels - Bruges - AntwerpAmsterdam - Keukenhof with Women of the Midwest

April 6-15, 2025

Dear Women of the Midwest,

If you are an art admirer, a chocolate and waffle lover, a history enthusiast, and a flower-buffs like myself, then this trip is for you.

Belgium and the Netherlands - both countries are just a little larger than Maryland.

We will visit Renaissance towns and dig into the architecture and picture-perfect medieval villages with canals, tulips, bicycle paths, cows, wooden shoes, and windmills.

Belgium, with its illustrious art history, fabulous foods, a plethora of divine addictive chocolates, and more than sixty UNESCO World Heritage Sites, is also the international headquarters of the European Union (EU) and NATO.

The Netherlands offers us one of the greatest small capital cities of the world, Amsterdam, with all the plusses of a big city with a rich culture, artistic heritage, and a fantastic food scene, but without the noise, traffic, and pollution of a big city.

Highlights of this trip are Bruges, Brussels, the Ooidonk Castle, Antwerp (the world’s diamond capital), Kinderdijk with its beautiful and still-in-function windmills, Delft porcelain, and the Van Gogh Museum. Our tour culminates with a full day at Keukenhof Tulip Festival.

I invite you to join me, solo or two-by-two; we will have a blast!

Lisa Anderson

Ambassador Women of the Midwest

April 6, 2025 - Sunday

Traveling to Brussels, Belgium

Our beautiful adventure begins as we take an overnight flight to Brussels. Enjoy inflight entertainment and meal service as you embark on a trip of a lifetime.

April 7, 2025 - Monday

Welcome to Belgium! Upon arrival, we will meet our private tour guide and take a short drive to the center of Brussels for a panoramic sightseeing tour. Brussels is the capital of Europe and home to several international institutions, such as NATO and the European Commission. We will drive through the European district, pass by the European Parliament, and visit the Atomium. The tall-standing (335 ft) monument is one of the tallest structures in Belgium. Its nine 59 ft stainless clad steel spheres are connected in the shape of a unit cell that could represent an iron crystal magnified 165 billion times. It offers stunning views and is the emblem of Brussels. A delightful welcome lunch is served at a centrally located restaurant before we take a short city walk, including a visit to a local chocolaterie. Enjoy a chocolate-making demonstration and, of course, chocolate tasting! We will end our day in picturesque Bruges and check in to our hotel for a relaxing evening. B (during flight) | L | T

April 8, 2025 - Tuesday

Bruges

After breakfast, we are ready to step back in time and explore Bruges on foot. With its beautiful medieval architecture, cobblestone streets and picturesque canals, it seems straight out of a fairy tale. Often called “Venice of the North,“ it beckons its visitors to tour its grand squares as well as its tiny back alleys

and discover all its beautiful charms. We will take a boat trip on the canals and visit the Lace Centre Museum. By the 13th Century, Bruges was the epicenter of Europe’s textile trade. The large volume of textiles moving into and out of the area developed a rich fashion industry, which paved the way for Bruges’ unique lace industry. You will have the opportunity to watch a bobbin lacemaking demonstration. The remainder of the afternoon is free for shopping, more sightseeing, or simply “people-watching” and enjoying life. We will gather for dinner at a beautiful local restaurant. B | D

April 9, 2025 - Wednesday

Ghent - Antwerp

After a hearty breakfast, we will depart for Ooidonk Castle. Close your eyes and take a journey back in time. The extremely well-kept 17th-century castle’s exterior is a wonderful example of the Renaissance style with a beautiful French garden. The inside is a story by itself; wait and see! A few minute’s drive, and we are in Ghent, where lunch is served before we take an afternoon city walk. We will visit St. Bavo Cathedral, including the Mystic Lamb augmented reality experience. Through special glasses, we will travel back to the distant past in the cathedral’s crypt and witness the tumultuous history of the Ghent Altarpiece and the cathedral as if we were right there. The masterpiece and the imposing building are brought to life down to the smallest detail. Before we depart for Antwerp, we will swing by a traditional waffle bakery to delight in heavenly mouthfuls of sweet, crisp waffles. Yum! We will arrive in Belgium’s largest city in the afternoon. Antwerp has been known as the world’s diamond capital for several centuries, a title which hasn’t been easily earned. The diamond trade in the port started

nearly 500 years ago when the first rough stones were brought over from India. The city also hosts one of the biggest ports in the world and is famous for its legacy of fine arts. Enjoy medieval streets, Renaissance monuments, and a vibrant city by night. Cycling is a popular choice for getting around this stylish Flemish city. Is anyone up for a ride? B | L

April 10, 2025 - Thursday

Antwerp

After a filling breakfast, we will take a city walk, including, of course, a visit to the Diamond and Jewelry Museum. We will follow the journey of a diamond from a raw material to a sparkling stone. Besides the diamonds, the museum also hosts a breathtaking collection of silverware. Lunch at leisure before we continue with a visit to the Red Star Line Museum. The Red Star Line was the steamship line founded in 1872 by Clement Acton Griscom, a Philadelphia Quaker. The line was a joint venture and also ran the American Line. Two million passengers traveled to America on the Red Star Line ships; one of them was Irving Berlin, who crossed the ocean to America in 1893, chasing his dream. Dinner tonight is among the locals in a traditional and centrally located restaurant. B | D

April 11, 2025 - Friday

Kinderdijk - Rotterdam - The Hague

After breakfast, we will enter the Netherlands. Our first stop is to marvel at the world-famous Kinderdijk (Children) Windmills, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The story behind the name Kinderdijk is from a legendary tale of a flood in 1421. As the floodwaters subsided, survivors discovered a floating cradle with a cat

balancing on the edges and a happy baby nestled inside. From then on, the location was referred to as the “Child’s Dike.” Nearly all the mills are inhabited by at least one person possessing a miller’s degree. They are authorized to use these impressive machines for actual milling. Next, we drive to Rotterdam to take in this pretty city on foot. We will also stop for a traditional Dutch coffee and apple cake and take a boat tour through the harbor. In the afternoon, we will reach The Hague, situated on the North Sea coast. Dinner is served at our hotel tonight. B | T | D

April 12, 2025 - Saturday

The Hague - Delft

This morning, we will take a half-day tour of the Hague. It is known as the international city of peace and justice. For more than a century, it has been the place where countries gathered in peace conferences and international courts to foster peace through justice rather than through war and conflict. The Hague is perhaps best known for its beaches, monuments, and bustling shopping district, but secretly, this city has more to offer. You will find a wide variety of museums and an abundance of welcoming restaurants. Enjoy the best people-watching; over 180 different nationalities live in The Hague. We will pay a visit to the Mauritshuis Museum, home to the best Dutch paintings from the age of Rembrandt and Vermeer. Admire the masterpiece “Girl with a Pearl Earring,” also called the ‘Mona Lisa of the Low Countries.” No visit to the Netherlands without learning about the beautiful Delft porcelain. We are off to the picturesque city of Delft, a canal-ringed city known as the manufacturing base for Delftware, hand-painted blue-and-white pottery. You will have the opportunity to decorate

your own tile. We will take a walking tour of the city and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. The evening is yours in The Hague; stroll the seaside, people-watch, and enjoy life. B | L

April 13, 2025 - Sunday

Amsterdam

Breakfast is served, and a short 50-minute drive takes us to Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands. With over 800 years of history to discover, Amsterdam is rich in fascinating attractions and sights. From old castles to beautiful museums and charming secret courtyards to picturesque, cobbled streets; this capital city is a feast for the eye, and it’s not for nothing that it has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We will enjoy a day in the company of Van Gogh and Anne Frank, and take a wine- and cheese canal cruise in the evening. You will have time for shopping and to enjoy an abundance of boutique-style cafes. The Van Gogh Museum is home to the world’s largest collection of works by the maestro himself. With more than 200 paintings, 500 drawings, and 700 letters, the museum provides an intimate look into the life and mind of the artistic genius. See his masterpieces, such as Sunflowers, Almond Blossom, and self-portraits. Don’t miss the museum shop; you will find the prettiest souvenirs and gifts to bring back home. We will also visit the Anne Frank House. Lunch is at leisure today (we have some great recommendations!). We will return to The Hague in the late evening for a good night’s rest. B | D (cruise)

April 14, 2025 - Monday

Keukenhof - Tulips, Tulips, Tulips! One of the biggest highlights of our journey is about to happen! After a filling breakfast,

we will take a short drive to Keukenhof. People from all over the world come to enjoy the 32-hectare beautiful Keukenhof Tulip Garden and explore the tulip fields. We will have a full day to admire the gardens and the more than seven million bulbs planted to produce this flower extravaganza. But the park provides more than a backdrop for its 7 million springflowering bulbs; it is also a beautiful location for sculptures and other works of art that give the park an added dimension. Keukenhof is collaborating with 25 artists. The combination of a flowering park and visual art is amazing. Spend as much time as you wish to explore the Organic Garden, the Tropical Beach Garden, the Pink Tea Garden, the Graffiti Garden, and the Red Romance Garden. There are plenty of restaurants where you can enjoy lunch. You will also find a gift shop with beautiful souvenirs to bring back home. Should you find yourself purchasing bulbs, be sure they are certified and approved by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). We will return to The Hague in the late afternoon. We will have fun at our farewell dinner, cheers to a great group, and a beautiful journey through Belgium and the Netherlands. B | D

April 15, 2025 - Tuesday

Traveling Home

All too soon, your vacation has ended. Transfer to Amsterdam airport in plenty of time to check in for our flight and to clear security. You may do some last-minute shopping at the duty-free stores before boarding and flying west across The Atlantic Ocean back to the United States. B | Meals during flights The itinerary is subject to change.

B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, T = Tasting, D = Dinner

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room: $4,495

Per person in a single room:

Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

$5,495

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on December 9, 2024, and is non-refundable. The balance can be paid by cash or check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 21 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• 8 nights during the tour at local 4- and 5-star hotels

• 8 x breakfast

• 3 x lunch

• 4 x dinner

• 1 x wine and cheese cruise

• Tastings of local products as per itinerary

• Delft tiles painting class as per itinerary

• All transfers and motor coach services (35-seater) as per itinerary

• Porterage at hotels (one bag per person)

• Admissions to sites mentioned in the itinerary

• English-speaking professional tour director in Belgium and the Netherlands

• Step-on guides where required

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, April 6-16, 2025

• Detailed travel documents, handed out three weeks prior to departure (hard-copy and electronic)

• All local taxes and fees as of February 22, 2024

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3 4

This tour involves a considerable amount of walking (city sightseeings by foot), some stairs, longer periods of standing, outdoor activities, and steep areas within the places visited. We walk between 4-5 miles over the course of a day. Add to this the walking you do outside the group activities. This trip is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties.

Travel Insurance:

Schaumburg, IL

Group airfare: Click here for details.

Hotel Accommodation (announced 30 days in advance): Bruges - Dukes Palace or similar Antwerp - NH Collection Centre Antwerpen or similar The Hague - Marriott Den Haag or similar

Not Included:

• Airfare

• Airline baggage fees for your second checked bag (the first checked piece up to 50 lbs is free)

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Meals & beverages other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Gratuities (estimate $15 per day in total)

• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at the time of registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

of Zurich in North America, including Zurich American Insurance Company (NAIC

BELGIUM & THE NETHERLANDS

Brussels - Bruges - AntwerpAmsterdam - Keukenhof with Women of the Midwest

April 21-30, 2025

Dear Women of the Midwest,

If you are an art admirer, a chocolate and waffle lover, a history enthusiast, and a flower-buffs like myself, then this trip is for you.

Belgium and the Netherlands - both countries are just a little larger than Maryland.

We will visit Renaissance towns and dig into the architecture and picture-perfect medieval villages with canals, tulips, bicycle paths, cows, wooden shoes, and windmills.

I invite you to join me, solo or two-by-two; we will have a blast!

Lora Black

Ambassador Women of the Midwest

April 21, 2025 - Monday

Traveling to Brussels, Belgium

Our beautiful adventure begins as we take an overnight flight to Brussels. Enjoy inflight entertainment and meal service as you embark on a trip of a lifetime.

April 22, 2025 - Tuesday

April 23, 2025 - Wednesday

Bruges

squares as well as its tiny back alleys and discover all its beautiful charms. We will take a boat trip on the canals and visit the Lace Centre Museum. By the 13th Century, Bruges was the epicenter of Europe’s textile trade. The large volume of textiles moving into and out of the area developed a rich fashion industry, which paved the way for Bruges’ unique lace industry. You will have the opportunity to watch a bobbin lacemaking demonstration. The remainder of the afternoon is free for shopping, more sightseeing, or simply “people-watching” and enjoying life. We will gather for dinner at a beautiful local restaurant. B | D

April 24, 2025 - Thursday

Ghent - Antwerp

After a hearty breakfast, we will depart for Ooidonk Castle. Close your eyes and take a journey back in time. The extremely well-kept 17th-century castle’s exterior is a wonderful example of the Renaissance style with a beautiful French garden. The inside is a story by itself; wait and see! A few minute’s drive, and we are in Ghent, where lunch is served before we take an afternoon city walk. We will visit St. Bavo Cathedral, including the Mystic Lamb augmented reality experience. Through special glasses, we will travel back to the distant past in the cathedral’s crypt and witness the tumultuous history of the Ghent Altarpiece and the cathedral as if we were right there. The masterpiece and the imposing building are brought to life down to the smallest detail. Before we arrive in Antwerp, we will delight in heavenly mouthfuls of sweet, crisp waffles. Yum! We will arrive in Belgium’s largest city in the afternoon. Antwerp has been known as the world’s diamond capital for several centuries, a title which hasn’t been easily earned. The diamond trade in the port

started nearly 500 years ago when the first rough stones were brought over from India. The city also hosts one of the biggest ports in the world and is famous for its legacy of fine arts. Enjoy medieval streets, Renaissance monuments, and a vibrant city by night. Cycling is a popular choice for getting around this stylish Flemish city. Is anyone up for a ride? B | L

April 25, 2025 - Friday

Antwerp

April 26, 2025 - Saturday

Kinderdijk - Rotterdam Harbor - The Hague After breakfast, we will enter the Netherlands. Our first stop is to marvel at the world-famous Kinderdijk (Children) Windmills, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The story behind the name Kinderdijk is from a legendary tale of a flood in 1421. As the floodwaters subsided, survivors discovered a floating cradle with a cat

balancing on the edges and a happy baby nestled inside. From then on, the location was referred to as the “Child’s Dike.” Nearly all the mills are inhabited by at least one person possessing a miller’s degree. They are authorized to use these impressive machines for actual milling. Next, we drive to Rotterdam to take in this pretty city from a lovely boat and harbor tour. Traditional Dutch coffee and apple cake is served on board. In the afternoon, we will reach The Hague, situated on the North Sea coast. Dinner at our hotel tonight.

B | T | D

April 27, 2025 - Sunday

The Hague - Delft

This morning, we will take a half-day tour of The Hague. It is known as the international city of peace and justice. For more than a century, it has been the place where countries gathered in peace conferences and international courts to foster peace through justice rather than through war and conflict. The Hague is perhaps best known for its beaches, monuments, and bustling shopping district, but secretly, this city has more to offer. You will find a wide variety of museums and an abundance of welcoming restaurants. Enjoy the best people-watching; over 180 different nationalities live in The Hague. We will pay a visit to the Mauritshuis Museum, home to the best Dutch paintings from the age of Rembrandt and Vermeer. Admire the masterpiece “Girl with a Pearl Earring,” also called the “Mona Lisa of the Low Countries.” No visit to the Netherlands without learning about the beautiful Delft porcelain. We are off to the picturesque city of Delft, a canal-ringed city known as the manufacturing base for Delftware, hand-painted blue-and-white pottery. You will have the opportunity to decorate

your own tile. We will take a walking tour of the city and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. The evening is yours in The Hague; stroll the seaside, people-watch, and enjoy life. B | L

April 28, 2025 - Monday

Amsterdam Breakfast is served, and a short 50-minute drive takes us to Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands. With over 800 years of history to discover, Amsterdam is rich in fascinating attractions and sights. From old castles to beautiful museums and charming secret courtyards to picturesque, cobbled streets; this capital city is a feast for the eye, and it’s not for nothing that it has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We will enjoy a day in the company of Van Gogh and Anne Frank, and take a wine- and cheese canal cruise in the evening. You will have time for shopping and to enjoy an abundance of boutique-style cafes. The Van Gogh Museum is home to the world’s largest collection of works by the maestro himself. With more than 200 paintings, 500 drawings, and 700 letters, the museum provides an intimate look into the life and mind of the artistic genius. See his masterpieces, such as Sunflowers, Almond Blossom, and self-portraits. Don’t miss the museum shop; you will find the prettiest souvenirs and gifts to bring back home. We will also visit the Anne Frank House. Lunch is at leisure today (we have some great recommendations). We will return to The Hague in the late evening for a good night’s rest. B | D (cruise)

April 29, 2025 - Tuesday

Keukenhof - Tulips, Tulips, Tulips! One of the biggest highlights of our journey is about to happen! After a filling breakfast,

we will take a short drive to Keukenhof. People from all over the world come to enjoy the 32-hectare beautiful Keukenhof Tulip Garden and explore the tulip fields. We will have a full day to admire the gardens and the more than seven million bulbs planted to produce this flower extravaganza. But the park provides more than a backdrop for its 7 million springflowering bulbs; it is also a beautiful location for sculptures and other works of art that give the park an added dimension. Keukenhof is collaborating with 25 artists. The combination of a flowering park and visual art is amazing. Spend as much time as you wish to explore the Organic Garden, the Tropical Beach Garden, the Pink Tea Garden, the Graffiti Garden, and the Red Romance Garden. There are plenty of restaurants where you can enjoy lunch. You will also find a gift shop with beautiful souvenirs to bring back home. Should you find yourself purchasing bulbs, make sure they are certified and approved by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). We will return to The Hague in the late afternoon. We will have fun at our farewell dinner, cheers to a great group, and a beautiful journey through Belgium and the Netherlands. B | D

April 30, 2025 - Wednesday

Traveling Home

B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, T = Tasting, D = Dinner

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room: $4,495

Per person in a single room: $5,495

Triple rooms are not available on this trip. We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on December 20, 2024, and is non-refundable. The balance can be paid by cash or check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT - SPECIAL: Register at least six (6) months prior to departure and receive a $200 DISCOUNT!

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 21 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• 8 nights during the tour at local 4- and 5-star hotels

• 8 x breakfast

• 3 x lunch

• 4 x dinner

• 1 x evening wine and cheese cruise in Amsterdam

• Tastings of local products as per itinerary

• Delft tiles painting class as per itinerary

• All transfers and motor coach services (30-seater) as per itinerary

• Porterage at hotels (one bag per person)

• Admissions to sites mentioned in the itinerary

• English-speaking professional tour director in Belgium and the Netherlands

• Step-on guides where required

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, April 21-30, 2025

• Detailed travel documents, handed out three weeks prior to departure (hard-copy and electronic)

• All local taxes and fees as of August 25, 2024

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3 4

Travel Insurance:

New York), 1299 Zurich Way, Schaumburg, IL 60196.

Group airfare: Click here to view group airfare details.

Hotel Accommodation (announced 30 days in advance): Bruges - Dukes Palace or similar Antwerp - NH Collection Centre Antwerpen or similar The Hague - Marriott Den Haag or similar

Not Included:

• Airfare

• Airline baggage fees for your second checked bag (the first checked piece up to 50 lbs is free)

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Meals & beverages other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Gratuities (estimate $15 per day in total)

• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at the time of registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Dear Women of the Midwest,

GREECE

Eat - Live - Love

Athens - Peloponnese - Naxos - Santorini with Women of the Midwest

May 1-14, 2025

If you have ever dreamt about a “foodie” tour to Greece, here it is! Athens, Peloponnese, Naxos, and Santorini ...it doesn’t get any better than this!

A silk-weaving monastery, golden honey, the world’s finest olive oil, the best of the Mediterranean cuisine ...ordinary ingredients creating extraordinary experiences, and foods reflecting the celebration of life. And where there is a connection to real food, there is a connection to real life; let’s live it up in Greece!

We follow the local pace, sampling the cuisine, the regional brews, and the daily customs. We learn of their colorful history and the people who made it so. From farm to table, we will savor the unique marriage of fresh ingredients and imagination, magically giving birth to delicious mouthfuls to eat and drink.

We will wander amongst the vineyards and wine barrels to sip and taste the exciting wines of ancient varietals. We will explore the myths and lore of legendary rulers, great warriors, and lost civilizations. We will discover unique products like nowhere else in the world, bursting with flavors from lava-rich soil and plentiful sun. We will recreate the recipes of years gone by as we head behind the kitchen door to chop, cook, and indulge.

Relax and unwind as you learn to appreciate an exceptional way of life …the Greek way of life!

THIS is the way travel should taste!

Reserve your spot now on this fabulous trip to Greece. Come, join me, solo or two-by-two.

Joyfully,

Rhonda Wagner, Ambassador Women of the Midwest

May 1, 2025 - Thursday

Traveling to Athens

Our charming adventure begins as we take an overnight flight to Athens. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you start your Greek dream “foodie” vacation.

May 2, 2025 - Friday

Athens

Welcome to Athens! Upon arrival, we will meet our private tour guide, who will accompany us during the entire trip. We are off to experience some of the most incredible sights in history. On our way to Athens, we will stop at Cape Sounion, where the impressive Temple of Poseidon rises above the Aegean Sea. A seaside lunch is served before we reach our hotel. Athens is one of the oldest cities in the world, full of myths, mysteries, and legends. The city is home to many sacred ancient sites, monuments, and landmarks - a fusion of old and new and a buzzing cosmopolitan metropolis. It is one of the most glorious cities in the world and the cradle of Western civilization as we know it today. Founded seven thousand years ago, the city flourished in the fifth century BC when Athenian democracy was practiced in the Bouletarion (council chamber) and open discussion was encouraged in the Agora (marketplace). Check in to our hotel for an evening at leisure to relax and unwind. If you are still awake, take an evening stroll by the Acropolis; it’s right next door. B (airplane) | L

May 3, 2025 - Saturday

Athens

After a delightful breakfast, we head out to discover Athens. A short distance by foot takes us to the Acropolis, dominated by the Parthenon and built as a temple to Athena in the 5th century BC. From the top of the hill, you will see the Agora, where Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle strolled. Next, we will visit the stunning Acropolis Museum, where lunch is served. We will continue by

motor coach through the city to see the House of Parliament at Syntagma Square, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Public Library, the University, and the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first Olympics of the modern era were held. The late afternoon and evening are yours to enjoy the city. Don’t miss old town “Plaka” with its numerous shops (open till late!), enjoy people-watching and a local “meze” (plate with small bites) - the best way to taste the local delicacies. B | L

May 4, 2025 - Sunday

Corinth Canal - Ancient Olympia

After a hearty breakfast, we board our motorcoach and drive towards pretty Peloponnese. We will stop to admire the canal that connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. A local mountain village is the backdrop for lunch, followed by Greek coffee with the best baklava you have ever tasted! Arriving in Ancient Olympia in the early afternoon. Visit the birthplace of the Olympic Games. The Athletes met here for the first time in 776 BC, and this is where the Olympic Torch is lit every 4th year. Indulge in the exceptional aura of Ancient Olympia; it feels like the games are still on. The evening is yours to enjoy and relax. B | L

May 5, 2025 - Monday

Honey & Silk - Saint Theodora - Sparta

After a rich breakfast, we will take a short drive to a traditional honey farm. Klio will meet us, introduce us to her agricultural activities, and tell stories about her grandparents, who made their living from the delicious local honey. We will walk the garden and be guided through Klio’s private collection, learn about the secrets of honey production, and taste traditional sweets with honey prepared in front of us. We will continue our journey to experience a unique phenomenon: the church of Saint Theodora. An architectural paradox with seventeen large trees growing

out of the roof. Still today, it is quite a mystery how this little 10th-century church, apparently without foundation, manages to withstand the weight of the trees. The locals mainly visit this place; you will not see many tourists here. Lunch is served at the local watermill. Our last stop is in Kalamata, at a special monastery, the Abbey of the Nuns. Founded in 1796, it has been a local space for charity, a safe place during German and Italian occupation, and a shelter for those displaced during the Greek Civil War. A central courtyard filled with orange trees houses the nuns’ living areas and a church. The monastery is famous for its silk production. We will visit the room where the nuns used to work and cultivate silk back in the day and the weaving room where you can see unfinished pieces on the looms. Silk products are still made, including silk headscarves known to be among the finest in the world, embroideries, small icons, and more, which you can purchase from the monastery shop. The next two nights are spent in Sparta. In ancient times, a powerful town-state known for its brave soldiers and set amongst vineyards and citrus-olive groves. “This is Sparta!” B | L

May 6, 2025 - Tuesday

Monemvasia - Mystras

At the tip of the Peloponnese’s first leg is the unspoiled town of Monemvasia, a Byzantine castle citadel strategically perched on a massive rock protruding from the sea. The history of the town of Monemvasia starts with its name; it derives from the words “moni” and “emvasis,” which mean “single passage.” The Venetians discovered that the only passage to the castle town of Monemvasia was through a paved walkway. Before this walkway was constructed, the only way to enter the town was by boat. Monemvasia is one of the most romantic places in Greece. A Medieval Harry Potter town, exclusively carved on the slopes of a rock. We will have

time to explore on our own before lunch is served inside the citadel. Our last visit today is to the abandoned fortress of Mystras, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once the last stronghold of the Byzantine Empire, today, the stones of its monumental gates, medieval houses, palaces, and churches lay silent. We will relax and enjoy our evening at leisure. B | L

May 7, 2025 - Wednesday

Epidaurus - Nafplion

After a hearty breakfast, we board our motorcoach and drive towards Nafplion. Our first stop today is at a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site, the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, a 2,300-year-old stage with legendary acoustics from ancient times. This place will make a special impression as it also hosts the roots of all medicine and the cult of the God of Medicine, Asclepius. If you recall, the snake wrapped around the physician staff is today’s symbol of the medical profession. This is where it all began. Lunch is special and served in the shade of hundred-year-old olive trees. Enjoy the best local cuisine while learning about the “golden liquid” and the importance of olive oil. We will arrive at Nafplion, one of the prettiest cities in Greece. You will love the small shops and narrow streets full of life. B | L | T

May 8, 2025 - Thursday

Naxos

A special “food walk” of Nafplion is arranged this morning, prior to driving to Piraeus, the port of Athens, for our afternoon ferry crossing to the island of Naxos. The namesake capital (also called Hora) is a port town filled with whitewashed, cube-shaped houses and medieval Venetian mansions. The island offers everything from delicious food, local liquors, beautiful white marble, incredible Cycladic scenery, local crafts, and some of the best beaches in Greece. We will experience it all! Our three-night

stay in Naxos will be something you will never forget! B | T

May 9, 2025 - Friday

Taste of Naxos Tour

We will enjoy a laid-back breakfast. Later, we will take a walking tour of Naxos Town (Hora) with tastings of the local delicacies: cheeses, citrus liquor (kitron), and sweet pastries. You will fall in love with the picturesque narrow streets and local shops. Enjoy swimming in the crystal-clear waters this afternoon. Tonight, we have a special dinner arranged ...dance lessons included! B | T | D

May 10, 2025 - Saturday

Naxos Island Tour

Breakfast is served before we board our motorcoach to take an island tour. Experience local villages and beautiful scenery. We will also learn the techniques of the local ceramics as we will visit a workshop to be introduced to the history of local art and the different types of clay. We will enjoy lunch at our tour guide’s favorite tavern. It doesn’t get much better than this. B | L

May 11, 2025 - Sunday

Santorini - Oia Sunset

Enjoy free time in the morning to swim or take a last stroll in Hora. We will take a short twohour ferry ride to Santorini, a most magical island, a sparkling jewel in the Aegean Sea with its white-washed houses set against the backdrop of the cobalt blue sea and famous for its black sand beaches. Molded by fire and sea, its majestic cliffs are still said to guard the secrets of Atlantis. Cameras out - this island is picture-perfect! We will check in to our hotel, and the afternoon is yours to bask in the golden sunshine, relax, and unwind in one of the most beautiful places in the world. We have arranged a tour of Oia in the evening to enjoy the spectacular sunset, dinner included! B | D

May 12, 2025 - Monday

Santorini - Food & Wine - Cooking Class

We are off to explore the wines and foods of Santorini. We stroll the ancient vineyards and discover the famous “kouloura,” an ancient Phoenician technique of growing grapes in baskets. We will savor four of the island’s most remarkable wines and head to the kitchen to broaden our knowledge of Santorini’s rich culinary treasures. Using seasonal and locally grown ingredients, our local chef challenges our notions of how certain dishes should look, taste, and smell,before we enjoy the results. B | T | C | L

May 13, 2025 - Tuesday

Santorini - Athens

Enjoy a relaxed morning to soak in the last impressions of Santorini. Take a walk along the caldera (volcano), or do your last souvenir shopping. We will board our flight to Athens in the early afternoon and relax at our airport hotel tonight. A light dinner is served while we reflect on all the wonderful memories of a once-in-a-lifetime journey. Eat, Live, and Love Greece! B | D

May 14, 2025 - Wednesday

Traveling Home

All too soon, your vacation has ended. Depart from Athens airport with plenty of time to check in for our flight and clear security. You may do some last-minute shopping at the duty-free stores before boarding and flying west across the Atlantic Ocean back to the United States. B

Itinerary subject to change.

B = Breakfast

L = Lunch

T = Tasting

D = Dinner

C = Cooking Class

Package Price:

Per person in

A limited number of single rooms are available. Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

We offer a “Pair & Share” service for solo travelers. Ask us to assist you in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. The deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on January 2, 2025, and can be paid by cash or check. Credit card payments (any payment made after the deposit) will access a 3.5% processing fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 22 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded.

Included

• 12 nights accommodation at local 4-star hotels

• 12 x breakfast

• 8 x lunch

• 1 x hands-on-cooking

• 3 x dinner

• All tastings (olive oil, wine, honey, cheeses, and more) as per the itinerary

• Private motor coach transportation as per itinerary

• Sightseeing program as per itinerary

• All admissions as per itinerary

• Professional English-speaking tour guide during the entire program in Greece

• Ferry tickets (economy class)

• One-way domestic air, Santorini-Athens, economy class, including taxes, fees, and one checked bag up to 50 lbs

• Porterage at hotels (one bag per person)

• All local taxes and fees as of February 22, 2024

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, May 1-14, 2025

1212 O Street • Lincoln, NE 68508 Phone: 888.549.1186

GroupDepartment@executivetravel.com www.executivetravel.com

ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: https://womenofthemidwest.com/journeys/

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3+ 4

This tour involves a considerable amount of walking (up to five miles over the course of a day), stairs, longer periods of standing, outdoor activities, and some steep areas within the places visited. This trip is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties. Porterage is not included during ferry crossings (Piraeus-Naxos, Naxos-Santorini).

Group airfare: Click here for details.

Travel Insurance:

We recommend travel insurance to help protect you and your trip investment against the unexpected. We offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services. For rates and plan highlights, please ask us.

Accommodation (final accommodations 90 days prior to dep.): Athens - Royal Olympic Hotel & Sofitel Athens Airport Ancient Olympia - Hotel Europa or similar Sparti - Hotel Menelaion or similar Nafplion - Hotel Agamemnon or similar Naxos - Naxos Resort or similar Santorini - Hotel El Greco or similar

Not Included:

• Airfare

• Additional baggage fees (first checked bag is FREE, up to 50 lbs)

• Travel insurance

• Gratuities for local tour manager and driver (estimate $15 in total per day)

• Personal expenses

• Meals other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned

• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at the time of registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Space is limited.

IRELAND & NORTHERN IRELAND

The Grand Journey with Women of the Midwest

May 8-21, 2025

Dear Women of the Midwest,

Are you ready for our Grand Journey?

This is my dream trip to the land of Saints, fairy folk, leprechauns, and shamrocks. It is mystical, magical, and oh, so much more! Close your eyes, picture it…!

Let us experience the highlights of both Ireland and Northern Ireland together on one journey while we uncover the mysteries of Monasterboice, tour the capitals, witness the Giant’s Causeway, Ring of Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher, Stone Age ruins, and quaint and colorful villages with cobblestone streets. All relaxing and exhilarating at the same time.

Envision medieval castles, ancient lighthouses, popular local pubs, flocks of roaming sheep, family homesteads, and bustling cities. Ireland and Northern Ireland are lands that mix the old with the new, the ordinary with the extraordinary.

Imagine the music, the sounds, the laughter. Everyday people happily sharing their lives, their humor, their wisdom, and their talents - people with histories and dreams. Taste the local produce, from Irish coffee to cheeses and cider, and how about a traditional afternoon tea? It all sounds fabulous to me!

Top-notch accommodations will lull us asleep after days of wandering the seemingly endless emerald countryside.

This journey is all about the above.

Please take a look at our detailed tour brochure. Once you have read it, I hope you will join me on a journey of a lifetime!

Lisa Anderson, Ambassador

May 8, 2025 - Thursday

Traveling to Dublin, Ireland

Our once-in-a-lifetime adventure begins as we take an overnight flight to Dublin. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you embark on a trip of a lifetime.

May 9, 2025 - Friday

Welcome to Dublin! Upon arrival, we will meet our private tour guide and take a short drive to the center to enjoy a panoramic tour of the city. For such a small city, Dublin has a big past. The iconic city has survived Viking attacks, devastating fires, and even the plague. It is also the founder of one of the oldest universities in Europe, Trinity College, and is home to Ireland’s legendary brew, Guinness. We will swing by the Docklands, rich in maritime history, engineering triumphs, and landmark architecture. Lunch is served at a traditional Irish pub, followed by an Irish coffee-making demonstration. Check-in to our centrally located hotel, and the remainder of the afternoon and evening are yours to explore more of Dublin. L | T

May 10, 2025 - Saturday

Dublin

We are off on foot to visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Built in honor of Ireland’s patron saint, the Cathedral stands adjacent to the famous well where tradition has it Saint Patrick baptized converts on his visit to Dublin. If you believe in wonderful food, you will enjoy our next stop! It is dedicated to discovering what tastes great. This is THE place to consummate your love of all things delicious - Irish cheese tasting is up! Before we let you explore more of Dublin on your own, we will take a walking tour of the famous Temple Bar, Dublinʼs popular creative and cultural neighborhood, a breathing hub of music, markets, and munchies. B | T

May 11, 2025 - Sunday

Dublin - Belfast

After breakfast, we will depart Dublin and head north. Our first stop is nestled in the sweeping landscape of County Louth, the celebrated monastic site of Monasterboice, meaning “monastery of Buithe.” An eerily atmospheric and haunting spot with its cemetery, two age-old church ruins, and the countryʼs two most celebrated High Crosses - the jaw-dropping Muiredach’s High Cross depicting exquisite biblical carvings of both the Old and New Testaments, and the equally impressive West Cross, depicting David slaying a lion and a bear. Next, a refreshing cider tour. The family-owned farm has been growing apples for over 50 years, and all their products are 100% natural as well as gluten-free. Walking through the orchards, we will learn about the different apple growing systems, and visit the apple storage facilities and cider press. Lunch is served at a local pub before we reach our centrally located hotel in Belfast. We will enjoy dinner together, and the remainder of the evening is yours to enjoy. B | T | L | D

May 12, 2025 - Monday

Belfast

Hillsborough Castle and Gardens is a historic estate and serves as both the official residence of the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland and a royal residence when members of the British Royal Family visit the region. We will experience the castle - a grand Georgian mansion built in the 18th century - featuring staterooms that are still used today for official functions, as well as the gardens, which are some of the most famous in Northern Ireland. We will return to Belfast for an in-depth tour through the narrow streets and listen to the stories behind the murals featuring pleas for civil rights and peace and some paying homage to the British Monarchy.

We will see the 25-foot Peace Walls that keep the Catholic and Protestant communities apart to this day, 25 years after the Good Friday Agreement. We will explore a side of Belfast that is as spine-tingling as it is emotional. Time for a leisurely lunch before visiting the state-of-the-art Titanic Museum, standing majestically at the head of the slipway where the Titanic was built. Our tour will take us through the shipyard, the decks, get to know the passengers, and learn about the wreck. Dinner at our hotel. B | D

May 13, 2025 - Tuesday

Belfast - Derry Area

After breakfast, we head out to learn more about the historical connection between the United States and Northern Ireland. The Andrew Jackson Cottage and US Rangers Museum is a restored 18thcentury thatched cottage that was the ancestral home of US President Andrew Jackson’s parents. Exhibits showcase the lifestyle of an Ulster-Scots family in the 18th century. Cameras out! We will stop at Dark Hedges - one of the most photographed natural phenomena in Northern Ireland. A favorite local ghost story features the grey lady, a specter that glides along the Bregagh Road, sashaying between the gnarled trees. The iconic trees have also been used as a filming location in HBO’s epic series Game of Thrones. Lunch is enjoyed at a local restaurant before we reach our next breathtaking site: The Giant’s Causeway. At the foot of the cliffs that skirt the edge of the 60 million years old Antrim plateau, the 40Kbasalt stone columns that make up the spectacular Giantʼs Causeway are one of Irelandʼs most recognized landmarks. Take a walk with our well-versed guide and dive into the areaʼs unique history and geology. You will enjoy our beautiful hotel and a lovely dinner tonight. B | L | D

May 14, 2025 - Wednesday

Derry - Enniskillen Area

The walls surrounding Derry were built between 1614 and 1619 and are today considered among the finest examples of a fortified commune in Europe. We will join an expert local guide, walking a full circuit on and around the walls and exploring the unique and colorful history of Derry, including the mass emigration that saw 10 million men, women, and children leave the Emerald Isle for a new life overseas. Next is the Ulster American Folk Park, an open-air museum that tells the story of the Ulster-Scots people who emigrated to North America in the 18th and 19th centuries, with over 30 exhibit buildings to explore. We will get an insight into the lives of those who left their homes for a new life in America, an emotional experience. Our Manor House Country Hotel is a story for itself, charming and with an elegance of a bygone era, nestled amidst breathtaking landscapes on the shores of Lough Erne. We will relax, unwind, and enjoy dinner at this beautiful property. B | D

May 15, 2025 - Thursday

Ashford Castle - Kylemore Abbey - Galway We are off to the Fairy Bridges and the Wishing Chair this morning. We will make a photo stop to capture the enchanting beauty of the Emerald Isle and The Wishing Chair, a large stone seat formed by nature’s hand, inviting you to sit and make a wish, adding a touch of folklore to the scenic vista. Our visit to Ashford Castle will create memories of a lifetime. The rich history extends back to 1228 and the famous Guinness family. We will enjoy an exceptional and delightfully elegant lunch at the castle, followed by a private hawk walk. This will give you the incredible opportunity to fly your very own Harris Hawk under the guidance of our instructors. After you have been

introduced to your hawk, you will set off into the magnificent woodlands to fly your bird as it follows you from tree to tree through the woods before swooping down to land on your gloved fist. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Our last stop today is one of the most beautiful places in the region: Kylemore Abbey and its Victorian Walled Garden. Galway is at your leisure tonight. B | L

May 16, 2025 - Friday

Cliffs of Moher - Sheepdog - Killarney

We head out to meet John, his sheep, and Border Collie. You are about to experience Burrenʼs leading sheepdog demonstration. Since the age of 16, John has been training dogs in an attempt to preserve the culture that has been a part of Burren’s life for generations. Next up are the famous Cliffs of Moher. Scenic cliffs stretching 700 feet over the rugged Atlantic coast. The cliffs are Ireland’s most visited natural attraction, with a magical vista that will capture your heart! Our day ends in Killarney after a cozy and quick ferry crossing from Killimer to Tarbert. B | L

May 17, 2025 - Saturday

Ring of Kerry - Muckross House & Garden

Meandering roads, incredible views, lofty peaks, and glittering loughs ...welcome to the Ring of Kerry! Sit back and take in the waterfalls and the Gap of Dunloe. In the afternoon, Muckross House invites us inside one of the countryʼs most iconic stately homes, once visited by Queen Victoria and today home to a working farm. To top off our day, we will travel back in time with what is undoubtedly one of the best ways to experience this beautiful part of the world: the Killarney jaunting cars. B | L

May 18, 2025 - Sunday

Blarney Castle - Cork - Waterford

We start our day in a mystical place around

an ancient druidic settlement, one of Ireland’s oldest and most historic castles, Blarney. If you are a hearty soul, climb the ramparts of the castle walls and kiss the magic stone reputed to endow the “power of conferring eloquence,” better known as the “Gift of the Gab.” We will then enjoy Cork’s most beloved spot, The English Market, before visiting Mount Congreve House and Gardens, including an afternoon tea session. B | T

May 19, 2025 - Monday

Waterford - Dublin

Waterford Crystal Factory needs no further introduction. Ladies, enjoy! On our way toward Dublin, we will pay a visit to The Kennedy Homestead, a unique cultural museum dedicated to celebrating five generations of the Kennedy dynasty. Check in to our hotel in Dublin, and the rest of the day will be spent at leisure. B

May 20, 2025 - Tuesday

Wool - Gardens - Irish Night

We will visit Powerscourt Gardens, which was voted “No. 3 Garden in the World” by National Geographic! The Gardens offer a sublime blend of formal gardens, sweeping terraces, statues and ornamental lakes, and secret hollows. Avoca is next for a unique shopping experience of the best Ireland has to offer! Tonight’s farewell dinner is at our favorite tavern and promises a fun night! B | D

May 21, 2025 - Wednesday

Traveling Home

All too soon, your vacation has ended. Transfer to Dublin airport in plenty of time to check in for our flight and clear security. You may do some last-minute shopping at the duty-free stores before boarding and flying west across the Atlantic Ocean back to the United States. B

Kylemore Abbey

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room:

Per person in a single room:

Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

$5,795

$7,495

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, T = Tasting, D = Dinner

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on January 8, 2025, and is non-refundable. The balance can be paid in cash or by check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 22 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• 12 nights during the tour in Ireland/Northern Ireland at local 4-star hotels

• 12 x breakfast

• 6 x lunch

• 1 x traditional afternoon tea

• 4 x dinner

• Tastings (Irish coffee, cheese, cider)

• All transfers and motor coach services as per itinerary

• Ferry crossing Tarbert-Killimer

• Porterage at hotels (one bag per person)

• Admissions to sites mentioned in the itinerary

• English-speaking professional tour director

• Step-on guides where required

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, May 8-21, 2025

• Detailed travel documents, handed out three weeks prior to departure (hard-copy and electronic)

• All local taxes and fees as of July 7, 2024

ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: Via our website www.WomenoftheMidwest.com/journeys

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3+ 4

This tour involves a considerable amount of walking, longer periods of standing, outdoor activities, and steep areas. We walk between 3 and 5 miles over the course of a day. Add to this the walking outside the group activities. This trip is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties.

Group airfare:

Click here for details. We are happy to assist with airfare from any city in the U.S.

Travel Insurance:

We strongly recommend travel insurance to help protect you and your trip investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services. For rates and plan highlights, please ask us. Travelex Insurance Services, Inc. CA Agency License #0D10209. Insurance coverages underwritten by individual member companies of Zurich in

American Insurance Company (NAIC #16535, state of

IL 60196.

Hotel Accommodations (announced 30 days prior to dep.): Hyatt Centric (Dublin), Hotel Europa (Belfast), Roe Park Resort (Derry area), Manor House (Enniskillen area), Galway Bay Hotel (Galway), Gleneagle Hotel (Killarney), Tower Hotel (Waterford), or similar accommodations.

Not Included:

• Airfare

• Airline baggage fees for your second checked bag (the first checked piece up to 50 lbs is free)

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Meals & beverages other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Gratuities (estimate $15 per day in total)

• Professional fee, $75 pp, due at the time of booking

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

The itinerary is subject to change.

FAIRY TALE ENGLAND

Walking the Unspoiled Cotswolds

with Women of the Midwest

WO MEN OF THE MID WEST

Travel Solo Together

CO | IA | KS | MN | MO | NE

Dear Ladies,

June 7-16, 2025

When I think of the English countryside, what comes to my mind is the smell of roses, a spot of tea, homemade pies, and wool! Oh, and pheasants! What a feast it will be to visit this part of the world in the most beautiful summertime with the chance to experience the local garden centers, too. If you love flowers and have the same wanderlust as me, then come along on this once-in-a-lifetime journey.

We are met by our local guide as soon as we arrive, who is knowledgeable not only in the Cotswolds’ history but with significant insight into daily life in the English countryside. We begin in the golden city of Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with the imposing Bath Abbey, a place of Christian worship since 757 AD. We will also visit the Roman Baths, where people didn’t just eat and bathe but also got their teeth worked on. And they played. Dice and coins hint at gambling in the water. Then, a journey into the pristine, honey-colored, unspoiled, and historic limestone villages is about to begin!

The Cotswolds is a rural area of south-central England covering parts of 6 counties. Its rolling hills, thatched medieval villages, churches, and stately homes of distinctive local yellow limestone will take our breath away. The 102-mile Cotswold Way walking trail follows the Cotswold Edge escarpment from Bath in the south to Chipping Campden in the north. We will walk along parts of these trails (max. 5 miles over the course of a day ...if you wish to walk less, we have transportation in place), smell, taste, and savor the local produce such as honey, lavender, delicious dairy, and visit the woollen weavers of the area.

We will visit the Highgrove House, the family residence of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, Kelmscott Manor, the summer residence of William Morris, and Sudeley Castle with a picnic in the gardens ...and much, much more. I hope you will join me!

Warmly,

Jennifer King, Ambassador Women of the Midwest

June 7, 2025 - Saturday

Traveling to London, England

Our wonderful and life-inspiring journey begins as we take an overnight flight to London, England. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you start your dream vacation.

June 8, 2025 - Sunday

Bath

We arrive at Heathrow Airport in the morning and meet our local tour guide, who will accompany us during our journey in England. A relaxing two-hour drive will bring us to the medieval city of Bath, founded by the Romans as a thermal spa and an important center of the wool industry in the Middle Ages. Today, Bath is an elegant town with neoclassical Palladian buildings, which blend harmoniously with the Roman Baths. The entire city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We will enjoy a two-hour walking tour, including a visit to the famous Roman Baths before we sit down for a traditional Sunday roast at a cozy and local restaurant. Then, we are off to our hotel and retire to our rooms to relax and unwind. B (in-flight) | L

June 9, 2025 - Monday

Marshfileds Walking Tour - Bath After a hearty English breakfast, we will transfer by our private motor coach to Marshfield. Our two-and-a-half-hour easy-pace walk will take us through farmers’ meadows, grazing cows, and country lanes. We will grab a bite at a local cafe before returning to Bath. The afternoon is yours to enjoy. Swing by the Guildhall Market, the oldest shopping venue in the city, with more

than twenty local stallholders selling all kinds of pretty souvenirs. Or enjoy tea by the Pulteney Bridge. Dinner at a lovely restaurant tonight. B | D - 4 mi.

June 10, 2025 - Tuesday

Cirencester

We enjoy our breakfast, and then off we are towards Cirencester. On the way, we will stop to visit Highgrove Gardens, truly a unique experience with its landscaped garden on a royal estate. King Charles spends five weeks a year here. Lunch at the beautiful cafe followed by a visit to the beautiful gift shop. Highgrove Gardens are limited to very few visitors, and our visit will be confirmed once our tour is a guaranteed departure. We continue to Cirencester, where we will settle in for the next three nights. We recommend visiting the Roman Mosaic Museum in the afternoon, strolling the local squares, and enjoying all the local quaint shops. Dinner is served at a lovely restaurant tonight. You will love Cirencester! B | L

June 11, 2025 - Wednesday

Coln St. Aldwyns - Bibury - Woollen Weavers

We enjoy breakfast at a laidback pace before we transfer to Coln St. Aldwyns to take a five-mile circular walk along the River Coln to picturesque Bibury. The trail passes from the historic church of St. Aldwyns, across fields, and along part of the Palladian Way. It’s an easy walk on a mix of dirt paths and country lanes. It’s a popular route for dog walkers and has several good pubs and cafes where we will stop for lunch. Bibury is a charming, typically Cotswold village. It is easy to

see why William Morris called Bibury “The most beautiful village in England,” with its marvelous stone buildings strung out along the banks of the River Coln. One of the most photographed sites in England is found here. It even appears on the inside cover of UK passports. Originally built in the 14th century as a monastic wool store, it was converted in the 17th century into a row of wavers’ cottages. The River Coln flows through Bibury, sandwiched between the main village street and an expanse of a boggy water meadow known as Rack Isle, so called because wool was once hung out to dry there on racks after it had been washed in Arlington Row. Other attractions include Bibury Trout Farm, the wonderful village church, St. Mary’s (a Grade 1 listed building*) with a Saxon gravestone set into the exterior, a superb Norman doorway, and some fine medieval windows. Lunch is served in Bibury, and later in the day, we will visit the Woolen Weavers’ Center; you will love this place! Sweaters, blankets, and scarves of the finest quality; save some pocket money for this visit! There is also an excellent tea shop and cafe with a pretty garden. We return to Cirencester for dinner and a calm evening. B | D - 5 mi.

June

12, 2025 - Thursday

River Thames - Kelmscott Manor

We enjoy our breakfast and then transfer to Fairford to walk via Lechlade. Today’s walk is approximately four miles. Lunch in the gardens of Kelmscott Manor, the backdrop doesn’t get much prettier. Kelmscott Manor was the summer residence of William Morris, a British textile designer, poet, artist, fantasy writer, architectural conservationist, printer, translator, and socialist activist associated with the British

Arts and Crafts Movement. You will fall in love with his prints, so make sure to visit the gift shop at Kelmscott Manor. Oh, and make room for the tea room ...cream teas with fresh scones are served from 2:30 PM onwards. We return to Cirencester to enjoy the evening and the extraordinary market town atmosphere. B | L - 5 mi.

June 13, 2025 - Friday

Lower Slaughter - Bourton-on-the-WaterStow-on-the-Wold - Broadway

We enjoy our last breakfast in Cirencester, then pack our bags, and off to Lower Slaughter we are! The slightly macabre name comes from Old English for “muddy place.” The tiny River Eye, a tributary to the River Windrush, links Upper and Lower Slaughter. Our walk alongside the stream in Lower Slaughter is a privilege and gives you a great idea of how people live in villages. Upper Slaughter is one of the fourteen “doubly stated” villages in England that lost no men during World War I or II. We walk five miles today, again at a pace everyone can follow. Lunch is set on the village green. Next, we transfer to Broadway via Bourton-on-the-Water, known for its low bridges and traditional stone houses, and Stow-on-the-Wold. Broadway is our home for the last three nights and is famous for its beautiful cottages, tea rooms, and antique shops. Likewise, Cirencester, you will fall in love with Broadway! B | D - 5 mi.

June 14, 2025 - Saturday

Stanton - Winchcombe - Sudeley Castle Breakfast is served before we transfer to Stanton. We will take a four-mile walk to Winchcombe. Winchcombe has a breath-

taking timeless touch, with Cotswold stone cottages standing side by side with distinctive black and white half-timbered buildings. It is an old, bustling historic market town with streets well worth a wander; you will find a wonderful local deli, boutique clothing, interiors, and antique shops. Lunch today includes a picnic on the grounds of Sudeley Castle. Like St. Mary’s in Bibury, Sudeley Castle is Grade 1 listed*. It has ten notable gardens covering some fifteen acres within a 1,200-acre estate. We will walk in the footsteps of some of history’s most notable characters in the beautiful gardens. Sudeley Castle is also the only private castle in England to have a queen buried within its grounds. We will visit the beautifully restored 15th-century St. Mary’s Church, where Katherine Parr, the last of Henry VIII’s six wives, now lies entombed. The Queens’ garden is the magnificent centerpiece of Sudeley’s gardens. It is named after four of England’s queens: Anne Boleyn, Katherine Parr, Lady Jane Grey, and Elizabeth I. In Tudor times, it would have been planted with herbs, vegetables, and decorative flowers. Today, it boasts more than eighty varieties of roses. We will, of course, also visit and explore the castle and the remaining ruins. We will return via train. We board the historic steam train and will enjoy some of the most spectacular scenery in the Cotswolds. The evening is yours to kick back and enjoy. Is anyone up for an evening stroll? B | L - 5 mi.

June 15, 2025 - Sunday

Chipping Campden Breakfast and then head out to enjoy our last full day in the fairy tale region of England. Today’s five-mile walk will take

us from Broadway to Chipping Campden via Broadway Tower. The Tower has been featured as a location in several movies (“Crush” with Andie MacDowell, “The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes”). The Tower is the second-highest point in the Cotswolds. Free time in Chipping Campden. Our farewell dinner tonight promises something special ... cheers to our wonderful group! B | D - 5 mi.

June 16, 2025 - Monday

Traveling Home

All too soon, your vacation has ended. After breakfast, we will transfer to Heathrow Airport in plenty of time to check in for our flight and to clear security. You may do some last-minute shopping at the duty-free stores before boarding and flying across the Atlantic Ocean back to the United States. B

The itinerary is subject to change. B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

*Grade 1:

Given to buildings with exceptional national, architectural, or historical importance. It is rare to find a Grade 1 listed building compared to a Grade 2 listed site, simply because of the significance placed on such sites.

About our walking program:

During a scheduled walks, we have arranged for a smaller van to help you get back to our hotels if you choose to walk less than what is included in our program. Waiting time should be expected. It is necessary to have a data plan on your mobile phone for communication with our driver.

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room:

$4,995

Per person in a single room: $6,295

Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on February 7, 2025, and is non-refundable. The balance can be paid by cash or check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 18 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• 8 nights during the tour in England at 4-star local hotels

• 8 x breakfast

• 4 x lunch

• 4 x dinner

• All transportation as per tour program

• Admission to all sites mentioned in the tour program

• Full-time English-speaking professional tour guide from June 8-16, 2025

• Baggage handling at hotels (one piece per person)

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, June 7-16, 2025

• All local taxes and fees as per April 23, 2024

Accommodations (final accommodations 90 days prior to dep.):

• Queensberry Hotel or similar, Bath

• Kings Head Hotel or similar, Cirencester

• Lygon Arms Hotel or similar, Broadway

NOTE:

Some hotels may offer a fan instead of airconditioning.

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3 4

This tour involves walking up to 5-6 miles over the cause of most of the days (add to this the walking you do outside the group activities), stairs, longer periods of standing, outdoor activities, and some steep areas within the places visited. This trip is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties. Bring comfortable, sturdy walking shoes/boots.

Travel Insurance:

Group Airfare: Click here for details.

Not Included:

• Group airfare, estimate $1,300-$1,400 per person

• Additional airline baggage fees. One piece (50 lbs) is FREE

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Meals and beverages other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned

• Gratuities to local guide and driver (estimate $15 in total per day)

• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at time of registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions WOMEN OF THE MIDWEST

WO MEN OF THE MID WEST

Travel Solo Together

CANADIAN CITIES & FALLS

Montreal, Quebec City, Ottawa, Toronto, Niagara Falls

With Women of the Midwest!

June 18-26, 2025

Dear Ladies,

I invite you to join me as we take off to explore the enchanting cities and natural beauty of Canada.

Together, we will discover Montreal with highlights such as Notre Dame Cathedral, St. Joseph’s Oratory, and stunning views from the top of Mount Royal. We will travel by rail to bask in the distinctive French culture of romantic Quebec City, Canada’s only walled city. We will explore quaint fishing villages, take in the mysterious atmosphere of a copper mine, and visit the historic Montmorency Falls.

But that is not all! We will travel along the banks of the St. Lawrence River, a route used by early French explorers and fur traders. We will visit Ottawa, 1,000 Islands, and Toronto.

Toronto is always fun, and our “grand finale” is Niagara Falls. Wow! The awe-inspiring thundering falls and a Niagara Falls boat tour will take your breath away.

Let’s Travel Solo Together to Canada; I can’t wait!

Yours in travel and adventure,

Ann Bruntz, Ambassador Women of the Midwest

limited.

Should you like to enjoy dinner here tonight, we are happy to assist with a reservation. B

June 24, 2025 - Tuesday

Touring

Touring Toronto - Niagara Falls

After breakfast, we will enjoy a Toronto city tour featuring the modern downtown area, Yorkville, and the Provincial Parliament. the capital of the province of Ontario, is along Lake Ontario’s northern shore. It is dynamic metropolis with a core of soaring skyscrapers, all dwarfed by the free-standing CN Tower. It is currently the tenth-tallest free-standing structure the world and remains the tallest free-standing structure on land in the Western Hemisphere. In 1995, the CN Tower was one of the modern Seven Wonders the World by the American of Civil Engineers. Later, we will visit Niagara-on-theLake, a charming Canadian town located where the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario. Lastly, we will travel to Niagara Falls and check into our hotel for a two-night stay on the Canadian side of the Falls.

After breakfast, we will enjoy a Toronto city tour featuring the modern downtown area, Yorkville, and the Provincial Parliament. Toronto, the capital of the province of Ontario, is along Lake Ontario’s northern shore. It is a dynamic metropolis with a core of soaring skyscrapers, all dwarfed by the iconic, free-standing CN Tower. It is currently the tenth-tallest free-standing structure in the world and remains the tallest free-standing structure on land in the Western Hemisphere. In 1995, the CN Tower was declared one of the modern Seven Wonders of the World by the American Society of Civil Engineers. Later, we will visit Niagara-on-theLake, a charming Canadian town located where the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario. Lastly, we will travel to Niagara Falls and check into our hotel for a two-night stay on the Canadian side of the Falls. B

year. There is a tower at the back of the clock Westminster chimes that greet each If the door into the tower is open, you can glimpse the clock mechanism and enjoy photographs that show the history of almost every face all the way back to 1950. Later in the day, we will experience the legendary Niagara Falls Boat Tour. A breathtaking up-close encounter with the thundering falls is unforgettable. Falls were created by activity over 10,000 years ago, and the three waterfalls combine to produce the highest flow rate of any waterfall on Earth. Our farewell tonight is at the world-famous Skylon which combines exhilarating 52second elevator ride with the awe of seeing from 775 feet above the mighty Falls. Enjoy, Ladies! B |

year. There is a tower at the back of the clock housing Westminster chimes that greet each quarter-hour. If the door into the tower is open, you can glimpse the clock mechanism and enjoy photographs that show the history of almost every face design all the way back to 1950. Later in the day, we will experience the legendary Niagara Falls Boat Tour. A breathtaking up-close encounter with the awe-inspiring thundering falls is unforgettable. Niagara Falls were created by glacier activity over 10,000 years ago, and the three waterfalls combine to produce the highest flow rate of any waterfall on Earth. Our farewell dinner tonight is at the world-famous Skylon Tower, which combines an exhilarating 52second elevator ride with the awe of seeing Niagara from 775 feet above the mighty Falls. Enjoy, Ladies! B | D

The Falls:

Collectively the waterfalls are named Niagara Falls. They consist of three different waterfalls. The American Falls and the Bridal Veil Falls in the United States, and the Canadian Horseshoe Falls.

The Collectively the waterfalls are named Niagara Falls. They consist of three different waterfalls. The American Falls and the Bridal Veil Falls the United States, and the Canadian Horseshoe Falls.

The Niagara River serves as an International

The Niagara River serves as an International border.

The side is where you get gorgeous panoramas both the Falls and the mighty Horseshoe Falls, and is definitely the more glamorous side of Niagara Falls; thus, our last two nights are spent on the Canadian side.

The Canadian side is where you get gorgeous panoramas of both the American Falls and the mighty Horseshoe Falls, and it is definitely the more glamorous side of Niagara Falls; thus, our last two nights are spent on the Canadian side.

The water flows from streams and rivers that empty into the Great Lakes, from Lake Superior down through to Lake Ontario, then into the St. River to the Atlantic Ocean.

The water flows from streams and rivers that empty into the Great Lakes, from Lake Superior down through Niagara to Lake Ontario, then into the St. Lawrence River to the Atlantic Ocean.

June 26, 2025 - Thursday

Traveling Home

June 25, 2025 - Wednesday

Niagara Falls

After a filling breakfast, we will take a Niagara Falls city tour featuring the Floral Clock and the Horticultural Center. The clock is the largest in the world and has a stunning clockface made of 16,000 carpet-bedding plants, which are changed twice a

After breakfast, we will take a Falls city tour featuring the Floral Clock and the Horticultural Center. The clock is the largest in the world has stunning clockface made of 16,000 carpet-bedding plants, which are changed twice a

All too soon, your vacation has come to an end. Breakfast is enjoyed before we board our motorcoach to transfer to Buffalo airport in plenty of time to check in for your flight and clear security. Our bags are packed, and we will fly home with beautiful memories of our Canadian Rockies’ journey. B

All too your vacation has to an Breakfast is enjoyed we board motorcoach to to Buffalo to in your and security. Our bags packed, and will fly home with beautiful of our Canadian Rockies’ journey. B

Itinerary is subject to change.

Niagara Falls Boat Tour

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room: $4,495

Per person in a single room: $5,595

Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on February 18, 2025, and is non-refundable. The balance can be paid in cash or by check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 22 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• 8 nights accommodation

• 11 meals: 8 x breakfast, 3 x dinner

• Transportation with private deluxe motor coach

• Admissions to all sites mentioned in the tour program

• Cruise, boat, and train tickets (economy passage) as per the tour program

• Professional tour director in Canada

• Baggage handling at hotels (one piece per person)

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, June 18-26, 2025

• All local taxes and fees as of May 21, 2024

Accommodation (final accommodation 90 days prior):

• Montreal: Marriott Chateau Champlain, Delta Hotels Montreal, or similar

• Quebec: Clarendon, Delta Hotels, or similar

• Ottawa: Courtyard by Marriott, Sheraton, or similar

• Toronto: Doubletree by Hilton, Courtyard, or similar

• Niagara Falls: Marriott on the Falls or similar

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3 4

This tour is rates as a level 3 and involves a decent amount of walking, some stairs, periods of standing, outdoor activities, and some steep areas within the places visited. Comfortable, sturdy shoes/boots are always recommended. This trip is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties.

Group airfare:

Click here for details.

Travel Insurance:

Not Included:

• Airfare, group airfare becomes available by the end of August 2024

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Gratuities for local tour manager and driver (estimate $15 in total per day)

• Meals and beverages other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned

• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at the time of the registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Dear Women of the Midwest,

ENGLAND Castles

and

Gardens

with Women of the Midwest!

June 22 - July 3, 2025

Here it is! The long-sought-after journey to enjoy and experience some of the finest castles and gardens in England is back!

With years of famous history, understated charm, and quaint picture-postcard beauty, England will astound you with its diversity. Bursting with iconic images from royal palaces, ancient Roman baths and walls, grand castles, country manors, thatched cottages, and the most beautiful gardens in the world - we are off to experience it all!

History is everywhere; there were Shakespeare and The Beatles, Big Ben and the London Tower, majestic Windsor Castle, Westminster Abbey, and Buckingham Palace. Today’s Britain is multicultural, with some of the world’s best museums, topclass performing arts, and unbeatable big-city thrills.

The English countryside is a mosaic of breathtaking, dramatic beauty: rolling hills dotted with historic houses, mist-cloaked peaks and glacial ribbon lakes, elegant seaside resorts, medieval fortresses, formal gardens, and wild moors of bracken and heather ...all await our discovery. And for all of you who loved the Downton Abbey adventures, we will visit the village of Bampton and see all the picturesque countryside surrounding this beautiful Abbey. This is an adventure in itself!

I hope you will consider joining me on this once-in-a-lifetime journey.

Sincerely yours,

Roni (Rhonda) Thramer, Ambassador, Women of the Midwest

June 22, 2025 - Sunday

Traveling to England

Our adventure begins as we take an overnight flight to London. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service; you are on your way to a dream destination!

June 23, 2025 - Monday London

Founded by the Romans over 2,000 years ago, the bustling metropolis of London straddles the murky Thames with a wealth of cultural diversity and over 300 spoken languages. Upon our arrival at Heathrow Airport, we will meet our tour guide, who will follow us throughout our journey. We are off to central London for a delightful brunch. Later, we will visit the incomparable Westminster, home of one of the world’s most iconic Cathedrals and England’s greatest building; the embodiment of the nation’s history; theater of Kings and Queens and hallowed resting place of statesmen and soldiers; scientist, priests and poets, the magnificent Westminster Abbey welcomes over one million visitors every year - and little wonder! We continue to the Houses of Parliament before heading to one of the most visited landmarks in the city, Buckingham Palace (photo stop); if you look hard enough, you might just catch a glimpse of His Majesty at one of the palace’s 760 windows … Check into our hotel, relax, and unwind. B

June 24, 2025 - Tuesday

Kew Gardens - Kensington Palace

We enjoy a hearty breakfast before heading out to visit Kew Gardens (the Royal Botanic Gardens), London’s largest UNESCO World Heritage site and home to tens of thousands of rare plant species,

immaculate gardens, and Britain’s smallest royal palace. This is a journey through 250 years of botanical splendor. Explore the Gardens’ magnificent glasshouses, from the tropical rainforests of the sensational Palm House to the recently restored Temperate House; experience life inside a real beehive in the “The Hive;” meander through the serene 17th-century Queen’s Garden, and soak up the intoxicating scents of the fabulous Rose Garden. Lunch is served at a local restaurant before we continue to Kensington Palace. Kensington Palace remains home to members of the royal family, including TRH The Prince and Princess of Wales and their children, and was also the first marital home of The Duke and Duchess of Sussex. The afternoon is at our own pace. B | L

June 25, 2025 - Wednesday

Tower of London - West End Show

After an early breakfast, visit the Tower of London. Few parts of the UK are as steeped in legend, superstition, and extraordinary historical moments as the notorious Tower of London. But despite its grisly reputation as a place of torture and death, within its walls, you’ll also discover the enthralling history of a royal palace, a working armory, treasury, and zoo - and the world’s largest diamond, the 106-carat Koh-i-Nur, or “Mountain of Light.” Join one of the legendary Beefeaters on a tour and hear their bloody tales; stand on the spotif you dare! We return to our hotel, and the rest of the day is yours to enjoy. Tonight, we will be amused during a pre-theater dinner and West End Show. B | D

June 26, 2025 - Thursday

London at Leisure - Dinner Cruise

Breakfast at your own pace and a day at leisure to explore and find your favorite spot in London. Visit one of the trendy food markets, stroll Notting Hill and Portobello market, Primrose Hill and Camden Town market, Greenwich Village with the Royal Observatory, Victoria and Albert Museum with its extraordinary fashion, theater, and jewelry galleries (and the best museum shop in the entire UK!), or simply “shop till you drop.” Your Oyster Card (public transportation card) makes it easy and fast to navigate around. Tonight’s dinner cruise is a beautiful way to say a fond goodbye to this stunning city. B | D

June 27, 2025 - Friday

Windsor Castle - JFK Memorial - Burnham We depart London this morning. Nestled in the spectacular Berkshire landscape, atop a crag one hundred feet above the river Thames sits the inimitable Windsor Castle, the largest occupied castle in the world. Step inside to explore Windsor’s intriguing history, from the perfectly magnificent State Rooms adorned with exquisite tapestries, wood carvings, and artworks by Rubens and Rembrandt to Queen Mary’s Dolls House. There is also the breathtaking architecture of St George’s Chapel - home to Britain’s oldest order of Knights, the wedding venue of Harry and Meghan, and the resting place of no less than ten Kings of England. Leisurely lunch in Windsor before we stop at the Runnymede JFK Memorial. It commemorates the visit of President John F. Kennedy to the United Kingdom in June 1963. The site holds significance as it is also the location where the Magna Carta, a historical document that laid the foundation for modern democratic principles and human rights, was sealed by King John of

England in 1215. We will enjoy our evening in Burnham, where our hotel is nestled within the Burnham Beeches Nature Reserve, a beautiful area known for its ancient woodland and scenic landscapes. Dinner at our hotel. B | D

June 28, 2025 - Saturday

Downton Abbey Theme Day - Oxford

The theme of the day, Ladies: Downton Abbey! Though we cannot guarantee tickets to Highclere Castle*, what we can guarantee is a day you will never forget! The nearby village of Bampton served as one of the major filming locations and was chosen for its well-preserved historic buildings and picturesque streets. Some of the notable filming locations include St. Mary’s Church; the exterior was used as the Downton Abbey parish church and appeared in several wedding and funeral scenes. Bampton Library served as the exterior of the Downton Cottage Hospital. Bampton Village Hall was transformed into the interior of the cottage hospital for filming. Churchgate House, a beautiful Georgian house, was used as Isobel Crawley’s home, known as Crawley House, in the show. And finally, the Old Grammar School, which was used as the exterior of Downton Abbey’s schoolhouse. We will enjoy lunch at a local pub, and before heading to our hotel, we stop at CogCogges Manor Farm. The farm has a history dating back over 1,000 years and is known for its well-preserved medieval manor house, tearoom, and gift shop, where you can purchase local produce, crafts, and souvenirs. We arrive in Oxford in the late afternoon. A city of Dreaming Spires, a sublime ensemble of worldly wonders, and a world-class hub

of noteworthy innovation. Oxford surely ranks amongst England’s most beautiful cities - prepare to be besotted! B | L *Can be confirmed in October 2024.

June 29, 2025 - Sunday

Oxford - Bath

The day is dedicated to Oxford! We will walk Radcliffe Square, explore the city’s magnificent University colleges, and visit the stunning Christ Church Cathedral with its dual role as a cathedral and college chapel. Lunch is served in Oxford before visiting the Botanic Garden, the United Kingdom’s oldest, with its delightful walled garden, beautiful glasshouses, and fabulous Arboretum. Our day ends in Bath, founded by the Romans as a thermal spa and an important center of the wool industry in the Middle Ages. The entire city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. B | L

June 30, 2025 - Monday

Bath

Built above Bath’s 115° hot springs around 70AD, and today one of the best-preserved Roman remains in the world, the breathtaking Roman Baths is surely one of the thrilling highlights of our journey. Preserved within are its four main features, the Roman Temple, the Sacred Spring, the Roman Bath House, and a fabulous museum containing a remarkable collection of artifacts from Aquae Sulis. The afternoon is yours to enjoy. Swing by the Guildhall Market, the oldest shopping venue in the city, with more than twenty stallholders selling pretty souvenirs. Or, enjoy your afternoon tea by the Pulteney Bridge. We gather tonight to enjoy dinner at a restaurant in Bath. B | D

July 1, 2025 - Tuesday

Arundel Castle - Tunbridge Wells

After a delicous brekfast, we are off to Arundel Castle. The Castle is home to the Duke of Norfolk, reflecting nearly 1,000 years of history and commanding the surrounding landscape with magnificent views (cover page photo!). Fine furniture and works of art in sumptuously furnished rooms and spectacular gardens! Our lunch is local, and we will reach Tunbridge Wells in the afternoon. This was a major holiday destination for the gentry and royalty and remains a charming place to shop and stroll. B | L

July 2, 2025 - Wednesday

Sissinghurst Castle Garden

Get ready to feed your soul! Sissinghurst Castle Garden is the quintessential English country garden fantasy and one of the most beautiful gardens in Britain. Carpets of bluebells and flaming reds, exquisite elegance of the White Garden, and intoxicating rose-scented displays ...judge by yourself! Our afternoon visit is a wellkept secret; you will see, taste, and dream away! Tonight we delight in a farewell dinner at our beautiful hotel. B | T | D

July 3, 2025 - Thursday

Traveling Home

All too soon, your vacation has ended. Transfer to Heathrow airport in plenty of time to check in for our flight and to clear security before boarding and flying west across the Atlantic Ocean back to the United States. B

Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford

Cogges Manor’s Walled Kitchen Garden

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room: $5,595

Per person in a single room:

Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

$6,995

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on February 21, 2025, and is non-refundable. The balance can be paid in cash or by check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 4% fee. This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 21 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

SPECIAL DECEMBER DISCOUNT:

• 10 nights accommodations at local 4-star hotels

• Porterage at hotels (one bag per person)

• 1 brunch

• 9 breakfasts

• 4 lunches

• 5 dinners (incl. a pre-theater dinner & Thames dinner cruise)

• 1 tasting (secret!)

• Private motor coach transportation as per itinerary

• Sightseeing program as per itinerary

• All admissions as per itinerary

• Oyster Transportation Card (GBP 20 credit)

• Professional English-speaking tour guide during the entire program in the U.K.

• All local taxes and fees as per September 3, 2024

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, June 22 - July 3, 2025

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3+ 4

This tour involves a considerable amount of walking, stairs, longer periods of standing, outdoor activities, and steep areas within the places visited. Expect to walk between 4 and 5 miles over the course of a day. Add to this the walking you do outside the group activities. This trip is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties.

Travel Insurance:

Group airfare: Click here to view airfare

Accommodations (final accommodations 90 days prior to dep.):

• London, The Cumberland Hotel or similar

• Burnham/Buckinghamshire, Burnham Beeches Hotel or similar

• Oxford, Voco Oxford Thames or similar

• Bath, Hampton By Hilton Hotel or similar

• Tunbridge Wells, One Warwick Park Hotel or similar

Excluded:

• Airfare

• Airline baggage fees for your second checked bag. Your first checked bag up to 50 lbs is free

• Travel insurance

• Professional fees, $75 per person due at the time of registration

• Gratuities to local tour guide and motor coach drivers (estimate a total of $15 per day)

• Personal expenses

• Meals other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrance fees to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Dear Women of the Midwest,

NORWAY & SWEDEN

with Women of the Midwest!

July 4-16, 2025

There are many ways to see Scandinavia: by train, cruising, driving ... Our tour is an awesome combination of it all, so if Scandinavia is on your bucket list, then spoil yourself and join me on this once-in-a-lifetime journey to the Lands of the Midnight Sun. Let’s experience the exhilarating landscapes of Norway and stunning Sweden together. Rough and rocky coastlines are dotted with cosmopolitan cities showcasing the famous Scandinavian design, tucked between medieval houses and vibrant-colored wooden homes. These countries near the top of the world pride themselves in being some of the world’s most civilized, educated, and tolerant societies.

Norway - vast and wild. Home to dazzling deep blue to emerald green fjords, snow-dusted alpine peaks, grinding glaciers and crashing waterfalls ...it is a kaleidoscope of nature at its very best. This country is a number-one attraction and top many bucket lists.

Sweden - wholesome and healthy. Built on a group of 14 islands and a unique blend of ultra-modern style, Stockholm, Sweden’s capital, is a spectacular city and one of northern Europe’s oldest recorded towns. Compact and laced together with 57 bridges, the city is a mosaic of unique areas each with its own character. A Royal Palace, paper-thin cobble-stoned streets in a 13th-century medieval Old-Town, museums, posh shopping boulevards, gourmet markets, bohemian boutiques and outdoor cafés galore all set against the backdrop of a glittering blue Lake Malaren meeting the Baltic Sea.

If all this sounds as exciting to you as it does to me, then come join me on this Scandinavian summer fairy tale adventure.

Sincerely,

Barb Wallingford Ambassador Women of the Midwest

July 4, 2025 - Friday

Traveling to Norway

Our adventure begins as we take an overnight flight to Oslo. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you travel to this very special destination.

July 5, 2025 - Saturday

Oslo

Welcome to Norway! Oslo is the capital of Norway, the “Viking Capital,” founded in 1040. With its location by the Oslo Fjord, it is home to many fascinating museums and beautiful green parks full of sculptures. In the city center, you will find the majestic Karl Johan pedestrian street and the impressive opera house. Upon arrival at Oslo airport, we will meet our local tour director and driver. We will take a short drive outside Oslo to visit Hadeland Glassverk, the oldest glasswork company in Norway, founded in 1762 and still in operation. We will take a tour of Hadeland Glassverk, and lunch is served at the cozy restaurant. We then arrive in the center of Oslo, check in to our hotel, and enjoy an evening to relax and unwind. L

July 6, 2025 - Sunday

Oslo

Up next is the open-air Norwegian Folk Museum showcasing life in Norway from 1500 to the present. Among the 160 buildings, the Gol Stave Church, dating from 1200, is one of the five medieval gems at the museum. We return to our hotel in the late afternoon to enjoy dinner. B | L | D

July 7, 2025 - Monday

Oslo

Breakfast at your own pace and an entire day to experience Oslo and the surroundings on your own. Enjoy the local shops (find your favorite Troll), markets, and cafes. Stoll Vigeland Park with its stunning sculptures, take an Oslo Fjord sightseeing cruise or take a short train ride to Holmenkollen to check out the world -famous ski jump hill and museum (try the ski jump simulator... if you dare!). B

July 8, 2025 - Tuesday

Bergen by Train

Breakfast is served, and our bags are packed*. Today, we will take a scenic train journey from Oslo to Bergen (approximately seven hours). Cameras out; the landscapes and sceneries are stunning! We arrive in “The Capital of the Fjords” in the afternoon in time to take a walk around the center and harbor. Dinner at our hotel. *Our bags are transferred separately; you will only carry a light handbag. B | D

July 9, 2025 - Wednesday

Bergen

After a hearty breakfast, we take a morning tour of Bergen and experience Bryggen, the historic harbor district and one of North Europe’s oldest port cities on the west coast of Norway. It was established

as a center for trade by the 12th century. In 1350, the Hanseatic League established a “Hanseatic Office” in Bergen. They gradually acquired ownership of Bryggen and controlled the trade in stockfish from Northern Norway through privileges granted by the Crown. Bryggen has been on the UNESCO list of World Cultural Heritage sites since 1979. A concert is enjoyed at Troldhaugen, at the Edvard Grieg Museum. Edvard Grieg is widely considered one of the leading Romantic era composers, and his music is part of the standard classical repertoire worldwide. Lunch is served before we take the funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen (1,000 ft. above sea level) for a stunning view of the city and the surrounding fjords. Tonight awaits a delightful salmon dinner. B | L | D

July 10, 2025 - Thursday

Myrdal, Flåm, Sognefjord Cruise

Ahead await two of the most famous adventures in Norway: Flåm Railway and a Sognefjord cruise. We board one of the most exceptional railroads in the world from Bergen to Flåm via Myrdal, with breathtaking views at every curve. With rivers cutting through deep ravines, waterfalls tumbling down precipitous mountainsides, and white peaks with small farms clinging to steep slopes. A journey on the Flåm Railway is a trip through Norwegian nature ...oh, what a joy! In Flåm, we embark on a two-hour minicruise of the Nærøy and Auerland Fjords - both branches of the Sognefjord, the longest and deepest fjord in the world. Our motorcoach will meet us in Gudvangen and transfer us to our hotel for the night. On the way, we will stop to visit the Viking Village Njardalheim, a stunning open-air museum

showcasing life like the Vikings used to live when they were not busy at sea. Dinner is enjoyed at our local hotel. B | D

July 11, 2025 - Friday

Lillehammer, Hamar

Our journey continues eastbound to Lillehammer and Hamar. We will visit the Maihaugen Museum, Norway’s largest open-air museum outside of Oslo. The 200 buildings offer superb cultural experiences, numerous exhibitions, and several places to eat. Garmo Stave Church is located at the top of the hill near the entrance to the Museum. The excellent wood-building techniques and wood-carving traditions of the Vikings, used in the construction of ships and houses, were further developed and are often seen in stave churches. Garmo is an excellent example. Tonight’s dinner is served at our local hotel in Hamar. B | D

July 12, 2025 - Saturday

Central- and South Sweden, Örebro

This morning, we will cross the border between Norway and Sweden as we continue our Scandinavian adventure. We will stop for lunch in Karlstad before arriving in Örebro, in time for a visit to the Örebro Castle. The castle began its days in the 14th century as a stronghold with a prison before morphing into a palace during the reign of King Gustav Vasa. Today, some rooms are used as classrooms for pupils from Karolinska High School. Don’t miss the gift shop. You can find fun souvenirs to bring home, such as magnets, books, candles, toys, and even good storytellers. Tonight’s dinner is at our hotel, and the night is yours to enjoy Örebro. B | L | D

July

13,

2025 - Sunday

Uppsala, Stockholm

Before reaching Stockholm this afternoon, we will swing by Uppsala to tour this beautiful city. Uppsala Cathedral was built 750 years ago, around 1270. St. Erik’s reliquary, the Cathedral’s major artifact, was moved here from the former Cathedral in Old Uppsala as early as 1273. The Cathedral is the burial place of Swedish royals like King Gustav Vasa. Uppsala is also known for Uppsala University, founded in the 15th century. Arriving in Stockholm, we will take a boat sightseeing tour, “Under the Bridges of Stockholm.” This is the perfect way to see the city! Step aboard and be guided to the most famous parts of the city. We travel under twelve bridges and even pass through the lock that connects the Baltic Sea to Lake Mälaren. You will see the inner city, Old Town, Södermalm, Lilla and Stora Essingen, the new area Hammarby Sjöstad, and the green parks of Djurgården glide by while you relax. In the late afternoon, we will check in to our hotel and enjoy dinner. B | D

July 14, 2025 - Monday

Stockholm

After a filling breakfast, it’s time to learn more about Stockholm. We will take a four-hour tour by motorcoach and by foot to visit the Stockholm City Hall, famous for its grand ceremonial halls and unique pieces of art. It is also the venue of the Nobel Prize banquet held on December 10 each year. Lunch today is the traditional Smörgås served at one of the oldest restaurants in Stockholm from 1630. The Vasa Ship Museum is next. The Vasa ship

capsized and sank in Stockholm in 1628. After 333 years on the sea bed, the warship was salvaged, and the voyage could continue. Today, Vasa is the world’s only preserved 17th-century ship, and the Vasa Museum is the most visited in Scandinavia. The remainder of the afternoon and evening are yours at leisure. B | L

July 15, 2025 - Tuesday

Stockholm

Today, you will have a day off to explore more of Stockholm on your own and gather your last impressions of this stunning city. Anyone up for ABBA The Museum? In this interactive museum, you can become the fifth member of ABBA by performing on a large stage. Or how about a bike ride through the city? Or maybe just hang out and enjoy a “fika?” Fika means making time for friends to share a cup of coffee (or tea) and a little something to eat. Tonight, we will enjoy a farewell dinner at a restaurant close to our hotel. B | D

July 16, 2025 - Wednesday

Traveling Home

All too soon, your vacation has ended. Transfer to Arlanda airport in plenty of time to check in for our flight and to clear security. You may wish to do some lastminute shopping at the duty-free stores before boarding and flying west across the Atlantic Ocean back to the United States. B

Itinerary subject to change

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room: $4,995

Per person in a single room: $6,195

Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on March 6, 2025, and is non-refundable. The balance can be paid by cash or check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 21 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• 11 nights accommodations at local 3- and 4-star hotels

• Porterage at hotels (one bag per person)

• 11 breakfasts

• 6 lunches

• 8 dinners

• Private motor coach transportation as per itinerary

• Train tickets (Oslo-Bergen & Bergen-Myrdal-Flåm), economy class

• Sightseeing program as per itinerary

• All admissions as per itinerary

• Professional English-speaking tour manager and local step-on guides during entire program

• All local taxes and fees as of August 25, 2024

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, July 4-16, 2025

To register contact:

www.executivetravel.com

ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: Via our website www.WomenoftheMidwest.com/journeys

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3+ 4

This tour involves a extensive amount of walking (city sightseeings by foot), stairs, longer periods of standing, outdoor activities, and steep areas within the places visited. We walk between 4-5 miles over the course of a day. Add to this the walking you do outside the group activities. This trip is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties.

Travel Insurance:

Group airfare: Click here for airfare details.

Accommodations (final accommodations 90 days prior to dep.):

• Oslo, Clarion Hotel The Hub or similar

• Bergen, Zander K Hotel or similar

• Laerdal, Hotel Fretheim or similar

• Hamar, Hotel Scandic Hamar or similar

• Orebro, Hotel Clarion Orebro or similar

• Stockholm, Hotel Adlon or similar

Not Included:

• Airfare

• Airline baggage fees for your second checked bag (the first checked piece up to 50 lbs is free)

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Meals & beverages other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Gratuities (estimate $15 per day in total)

• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at the time of registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Dear Women of the Midwest,

SCOTLAND

Majestic, Mysterious, Magnificent!

with Women of the Midwest!

August 5-15, 2025

Come along with me to the land of Harry Potter, King Arthur, Mary Queen of Scots, Macbeth, St. Andrew’s, and … dolphins?! Yes, we are talking about Scotland, and we will see pods of Bottlenose Dolphins at Inverness. Conservation, wildlife, innovation, and renewable energy tell the story of modern Scotland. Our journey also takes us to castles, and, who knows, we might even spot the Loch Ness monster in the Scottish Highlands!

We will explore the mystical and magical world of Harry Potter, as the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is thought to be located in the Highlands of Scotland. We can let our imagination run wild as we board the Jacobite Steam Train, known as the Harry Potter Train. All Aboard from Platform 9 ¾!

Scotland is just a tad smaller than South Carolina and an enthralling destination for history buffs, culture fans, romantic souls, adventure seekers, sports enthusiasts, food and whiskey connoisseurs, and those just wanting to enjoy its unspoiled scenery and beauty. It is also the birthplace of golf, bagpipes, tartans, and tweeds, steeped with a spectacular heritage.

Come and explore this beautiful country on the Women of the Midwest journey. Join me for a bonnie good time!

Barb Wallingford, Ambassador Women of the Midwest

August 5, 2025 - Tuesday

Traveling to Scotland

Our wonderful adventure begins as we take an overnight flight to Edinburgh. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you start your dream vacation.

August 6, 2025 - Wednesday

Edinburgh - Glasgow

Halò Scotland! We arrive at Edinburgh Airport, where our private guide and coach await. We will make our way to Glasgow (45 minutes) with a couple of interesting photo stops. The first stop is at the Kelpies (the largest equine sculptures in the world), and the second at the Falkirk Wheel (the worldʼs first and only rotating boat lift). Upon arrival in Glasgow, we will enjoy a light lunch and then take a panoramic tour of the city. We have also included a visit to the spectacular Kelvingrove Museum and Gallery with the renowned Salvador Dali masterpiece “Christ of St. John of the Cross.” Check in to the hotel for dinner and overnight. B (during flight) | L | D

August 7, 2025 - Thursday

Luss - Inveraray Castle - Ft. William

A hearty breakfast will give us plenty of energy for today’s activities. First, discover Glasgow’s hidden history (or rather, HERstory) during a womenfocused walking tour. Glasgow’s EastEnd women have always had to be industrious and resourceful simply to survive. This walk focuses on some of their achievements and struggles and the radical nature of the area that gave birth to them. We will learn about the women of the Templeton factory, the suffragettes, the brazen women of Glasgow Green, Battling Betty, and many, many more! Then, depart Glasgow towards the breathtaking Loch Lomond and make a

short photo stop in the picturesque village of Luss, where you will fall in love with the neat row of cottages and the long beach, popular for picnics and paddling when the sun is out. Inveraray Castle is next: a fairy tale castle with green walls, enchanting gardens, and one of Scotland’s most exquisite stately homes dating back to the 15th century. Wander through French tapestries, fabulous examples of Scottish, English, and French furniture alongside countless precious artworks. Continue to Glencoe, a hauntingly stunning glen that witnessed some of Scotland’s most gruesome history. Many films feature Glencoe: James Bond’s Skyfall and, of course, Harry Potter! Dinner and overnight in Ft. Williams. B | D

August 8, 2025 - Friday

Harry Potter Train – Isle of Skye - Inverness After a filling breakfast, we will head to the local train station and board the legendary Jacobite Steam Train, known to some as the ‘’Harry Potter Train’’. Forty-one miles from Fort William to Mallaig ...this journey will take your breath away! We will cross the 21-arched Glenfinnan viaduct, which overlooks Loch Shiel and the Jacobite monument (if we are lucky, the train may pause on the viaduct to allow you to take in the magnificent view). Upon arrival in Mallaig, we board the ferry for a short crossing to the magical Isle of Skye, where the romantic ruins of Armadale Castle await to tell the story of Clan Donald. The Isle of Skye has countless ways to enchant us with its mountain ranges, miles of dramatic coastline, and captivating history. We will stop to enjoy lunch and return to the mainland by a bridge, stopping for photos at the picturesque Eilean Donan Castle. We continue along the beautiful shores of Loch Ness; watch out for the famous monster! We arrive at our hotel in Inverness in the

evening. Dinner at the hotel. B | D

August 9, 2025 - Saturday

Dolphins - the Highlands - Dunkeld When you think of Scotland, dolphins may not be the first thing that comes to mind. You will, however, have the opportunity to see these wonderful creatures this morning in the Moray Firth near Inverness. Yes, we are off to yet another oncein-a-lifetime experience that gives you the unique opportunity to see pods of Bottlenose Dolphins in their natural habitat from a unique perspective. Our boat is built with conservation in mind, and there is little disruption to the dolphins. After this awesome experience, we will drive south to the Highland Folk Museum - a living history museum with perfectly preserved houses and artifacts from the Scottish Highlands, a real treat for those interested in the history of rural life. Arrive at Dunkeld and check in to our hotel for dinner and overnight. You will love this property, which sits right on the bank of the River Tay. Feel free to take an evening stroll! B | D

August 10, 2025 - Sunday

Pitlochry

We take our time to enjoy a delicious breakfast before spending a leisurely day discovering the most iconic sights in the area. We start with a visit to Blair Castle, the opulent and luxurious residence of the Atholl family, who have owned it for over 700 years. There are thirty rooms to explore; the only problem you will have is seeing everything you want to …! The castle’s fascinating 18th-century interior and magnificent Scottish baronial architecture are stunning, and the fine silk and porcelain collection is unique. The gift shop is also worth a visit! Oh, and do not miss the gardens. Wander through the enchanting

grounds, from the captivating Hercules Garden, a nine-acre walled garden, and Diana’s Grove, a tranquil space known for its Grand Fir that stands over 60 meters tall. It is a true fairy tale setting to wrap up this exceptional Scottish experience. The nearby Blair Athol Distillery (one of Scotland’s oldest) invites us for a fun and informative tour, concluding with a taste of the fruity, smooth 12-year-old single malt. A visit to Pitlochry isn’t complete without shopping for local souvenirs - we recommend stopping at a special shop, a local family business whose range of beautiful jewelry and giftware will blow you away. Return to Dunkeld for a relaxing dinner and overnight. B | T | D

August 11, 2025 - Monday

Glamis Castle – St. Andrews - Edinburgh Today, after breakfast, we will discover Glamis Castle. The inspiration for Shakespeare’s Macbeth, the childhood home of the Queen Mother, the birthplace of Princess Margaret, and home today of the Earl of Strathmore and Kinghorne, this proud Baronial Glamis Castle in rural Angus is one of the finest monuments to Scottish heritage. Over 600 years old, with its unmistakable silhouette of quaint turrets and ancient battlements, this castle has more than a story or two to tell …! And like all great castles, once we have exhausted the interior décor, there is the chance to go off and explore the glorious gardens and grounds including the fabulous walled garden, the truly magical nature trail, and if you dare, the Macbeth trail, made up of the play’s most notorious figures sculpted from the Oak, Douglas Fir, and Noble Fir trees grown on the Estate. We will continue to St. Andrews, where lunch will be enjoyed. St. Andrews is famous for its university attended by many of the Royals, and, of course, known as the home of golf. We

will explore the ruins of St. Andrews Castle and Cathedral and enjoy the epic views of the North Sea. We arrive in Edinburgh late this afternoon to check into our hotel for an evening at leisure. B | L

August 12, 2025 - Tuesday

Edinburgh

Breakfast is served, and then we are off to discover the secrets of Edinburgh Castle. Playing a central role in Scotland’s extraordinary history and one-time home of Mary Queen of Scots, King Arthur (yes, really!), and King of Scotland, James VI, Edinburgh Castle is one of the most breathtaking and instantly recognizable fortresses today. Crowning the city atop a 340-million-year-old brooding volcanic crag, with fabled chapels, vaults, museums, and its own Scottish Crown. Drink in the spectacular views across the city to the Pentlands and beyond – this is truly the iconic jewel of Scotland. A panoramic tour will take us around some of the most important city landmarks, finishing at a local restaurant where lunch is served. Free time until the early evening, where we have arranged a special afterhours visit to Holyrood Palace, the King’s official residence in Edinburgh! Simply an unforgettable experience; you will soon understand why! B | L

August 13, 2025 - Wednesday

Edinburgh

This morning, we will visit another highlight: The Royal Yacht Britannia, the iconic former ‘’holiday home’’ to the Royals, now permanently docked in Leith, Edinburgh. Wander the ship’s five decks, explore the Crew’s Quarters and State Apartments, and discover the rooms and halls where world leaders, bygone stars, and kings and queens danced from dusk

till dawn; oh, what a joy! Our last visit today is perched atop a tiny hill with a big view, and ready to offer up (some of!) the secrets made very, very famous by The Da Vinci Code. Leave the world you know at the entrance, step through the arched doorway, and into the mysterious and otherworldly Rosslyn Chapel. We will also make time for a stroll through Roslin Glen, a picturesque park close to Rosslyn Chapel. In the evening, the “Taste of Scotland” awaits, combining an entertaining Scottish show including bagpipes, fiddles, and dance with a delicious traditional meal.

B | L | D

August 14, 2025 - Thursday

Edinburgh

A full day to enjoy Edinburgh. Enjoy a laidback breakfast, and then head out to your favorite spots of the city. Whether it is the stylish George Street shopping experience, mysterious closes along the Royal Mile, or simply sitting back and people-watching in one of the parks or cafes, there’s something to do for everyone*. B

August 15, 2025 - Friday

Traveling home

All too soon, your vacation has ended. Transfer to Edinburgh airport in plenty of time to check in for our flight and to clear security. You may do some last-minute shopping at the duty-free stores before boarding and flying west across The Atlantic Ocean back to the United States. B | Meals and entertainment during flights The itinerary is subject to change.

B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

*We are in Edinburgh during the Military Tattoo. When group tickets become available, we will let you know and offer this extraordinary performance as an optional excursion

St. Andrews

Hairy Highland Coo

Calton Hill Edinburgh

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room:

$5,195

Per person in a single room: $6,995

Triple rooms are not available on this trip. We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on April 17, 2025, and is non-refundable. The balance can be paid in cash or by check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Register at least eight (8) months prior to departure and receive a $200 DISCOUNT!

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 22 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• 9 nights during the tour in Scotland at local 4-star hotels

• 9 x breakfast

• 4 x lunch in a local pub

• 5 x dinner in hotels, 3-course meal, tea & coffee included

• 1 Scottish Dinner Show

• Welcome drink in Glasgow

• All transportation as per tour program

• Admissions to all sites mentioned in the tour program

• Jacobite Steam Train ticket, standard ticket

• Dolphin watching cruise

• CalMac ferry: Mallaig to Armadale, economy passage

• Full-time English-speaking professional tour guide in Scotland

• Baggage handling at hotels (one piece per person)

• Headphones where required

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, August 5-15, 2025

• Detailed travel documents, handed out three weeks prior to departure (hard-copy and electronic)

• All local taxes and fees as of July 7, 2024

To register contact:

O Street • Lincoln, NE 68508 Phone: 888-549-1186

ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: Via our website www.WomenoftheMidwest.com/journeys

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3+ 4

Group airfare:

Click here for group airfare details.

Travel Insurance:

Accommodations (final accommodation 90 days prior): Glasgow - Sandman Signature Hotel or similar Ft. William - Whispering Pine Lodge or similar Inverness - Kingsmills Hotel or similar Dunkeld - Dunkeld House Hotel or similar Edinburgh - Yotel Hotel or similar

Not Included:

• Airfare

• Airline baggage fees for your second checked bag. Your first checked piece up to 50 lbs is free

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Meals and beverages other than mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than mentioned

• Gratuities to guide and driver (estimate $15 in total per day)

• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at time of registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

THE ULTIMATE MARITIMES

Nova Scotia, New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island

With Women of the Midwest!

WO MEN OF THE MID WEST

Travel Solo Together CO | IA | KS | MN | MO | NE

August 5-16, 2025

Dear Ladies,

By popular demand, I invite you to join me as we embark on an enchanting journey, named for good reason …”Ultimate Maritimes,” home to stunning landscapes and vibrant culture. We will enjoy twelve days of extraordinary beauty and adventure with an array of inclusions, including twenty-two meals, and three- and four-star hotels, that make this tour an incredible value.

Together, we will explore the charming city of Halifax, where we can visit the historic waterfront and the iconic Halifax Citadel National Historic Site. We will take in scenic drives, soaking in breathtaking coastal views and the beauty of rugged landscapes. We will wander through picturesque fishing villages, experience the rich Acadian culture, and visit the stunning Peggy’s Cove with its iconic lighthouse.

We will also explore the majestic Bay of Fundy, home to the world’s highest tides, and the unique rock formations at Hopewell Rocks. Whale watching is on the horizon and we are hoping for a view of at least a few of the twelve species of whales that frequent the area in August!

And let’s not forget the delicious seafood - fresh lobster and scallops await us!

Let’s Travel Solo Together to Nova Scotia; I can’t wait!

Yours in adventure, Jennifer King, Ambassador Women of the Midwest

August 5, 2025 - Tuesday

Arrive Halifax, NS

Welcome to Halifax, a charming coastal city that blends history and scenery! Upon arrival at Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ), you will meet your Tour Director, and our private motorcoach will take you to your comfortable hotel in downtown Halifax. As you journey into the city, enjoy picturesque coastal views. Join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner featuring delicious local cuisine. This is a great opportunity to share travel stories with your new friends. After dinner, enjoy a stroll along the Halifax Waterfront, one of the longest urban waterfronts in the world, lined with boutiques, restaurants, and historic sites. Enjoy your evening, and get ready for a fantastic journey ahead!

August 6, 2025 - Wednesday

Halifax & Peggy’s Cove

After an inviting breakfast, we will kick off our day with an engaging city tour of Halifax, beginning with a stroll through the beautiful Public Gardens. In August, you will see stunning dalia, phlox, elderberry, climbing clematis, and popcorn plants! Next, visit the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site. In the heart of downtown Halifax, this strategic hilltop fort offers a commanding view of Halifax Harbour. Step back to 1869 and immerse yourself in the social and military history of Halifax with the 78th Highlanders and the 3rd Brigade Royal Artillery. Learn about the changing roles of the fort and visit the Army Museum. Today, enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of Halifax’s many excellent restaurants. In the afternoon, embark on a scenic drive to Peggy’s

Cove, renowned for its picturesque lighthouse and stunning coastal views. Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse is one of Nova Scotia’s most well-known and may be the most photographed in Canada. Located in this quaint fishing village, this lighthouse was built in 1915. Take time to explore the charming village and capture memorable photos. Before returning to Halifax, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant near Peggy’s Cove, savoring delicious seafood and regional dishes. B | D

August 7, 2025 - Thursday

South Shore Touring

Delve into the stunning South Shore of Nova Scotia, beginning in Chester Basin with a Salty Dog Sea Tours vessel. Enjoy refreshing salt air and beautiful coastal views, with the chance to spot local wildlife. You can enjoy lunch on your own at Oak Island Resort today. Next, continue to Lunenburg, one of only two urban communities in North America designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Join a walking tour of the town, discovering its vibrant maritime history and this well-preserved architecture. Stop in Mahone Bay to admire its three centuries-old churches, capturing the quaint charm of this picturesque town. After your explorations, enjoy dinner in Mahone Bay at a delightful local restaurant, savoring fresh seafood and regional specialties. Return to Halifax, filled with wonderful memories of the South Shore’s breathtaking landscapes! B | D

August 8, 2025 - Friday

Halifax to Digby

Journey to the Annapolis Valley, starting with a visit to Grand Pré National Historic

Site, where you’ll learn about the Acadian people and their rich history. Successes and struggles are illuminated through engaging displays, a splendid Victorian garden, and a Memorial Church. The site is a monument to Acadian culture and deportation. Next, enjoy a delightful wine tasting at a local winery, sampling some of the finest wines produced in the valley. Afterward, explore the charming town of Wolfville for lunch on your own. In the afternoon, visit a local brewery for a beer tasting, discovering the craft beer scene of the Annapolis Valley. This day promises a delightful mix of history, wine, craft beer, and stunning natural beauty!

B | Dbeer, and stunning natural beauty!

B | D

August 9, 2025 - Saturday

Digby and the Surrounding Area

Immerse yourself in the rich gardening history at the Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens, showcasing beautifully designed landscapes. Our highlights today include a Pine Forest & Native Plant Garden, an Acadian House & Garden, a Governor’s Garden, Victorian Garden, and a modern Innovative Garden. There are several significant plant collections, including the largest rose collection in Eastern Canada. Next, visit the Port Royal National Historic Site to learn about the early French settlers and their contributions to the region. From kitchen and forge to the Artisan’s quarters and trading room, each room has a function. Additionally, as you explore, you’ll likely meet a French colonist. Sit and have a chat with them as they share their workand personal stories, including their friendship with the Mi’kmaq. As a group, we will dine in either Annapolis Royal or Bear River, a unique tidal village built on stilts.

Old Town Clock, Halifax

After lunch, continue to explore the area at your own pace, soaking in the beautiful surroundings. B | D

August 10, 2025 - Sunday Digby to St. Andrews, NB Embark on a ferry ride across the Bay of Fundy to Saint John, New Brunswick. Enjoy lunch on your own during the crossing. Upon arrival, enjoy an engaging City Tour, including a visit to the Saint John City Market. The Market building contains several shops on the ground level featuring all locally owned businesses. Travel to picturesque St. Andrews by the Sea, where you’ll have free time to explore quaint streets and local shops. Historic Water Street was awarded the “Great Place in Canada” distinction by the Canadian Institute of Planners, and USA Today named Saint Andrews the best place to visit in Canada! Tonight, we will gather for a group dinner at our hotel, sharing stories and making memories from our daily adventures. B | D

August 11, 2025 - Monday

St. Andrews

Start with an exhilarating whale watching boat tour, where you may encounter humpback whales, minke whales, and even the elusive North Atlantic right whale. Your breath may be taken away if a whale breaches the ocean’s surface, lunges out of the waves, and re-enters with a loud smack and plume of water. August is one of the best opportunities for spotting one of the 12 species of whales that visit Nova Scotia each year. After the tour, enjoy lunch on your own at a local eatery. In the afternoon, stroll through Kingsbrae Gardens, a stunning 27-acre garden featuring diverse

plants and themed gardens. Tonight we gather for a group dinner at our hotel, the perfect opportunity to share photos and experiences reflecting on the wonders of the Bay of Fundy. B | D

August 12, 2025 - Tuesday

St. Andrews to Charlottetown, PEI

Your itinerary will be shaped by tide times today, offering unique experiences at Hopewell Rocks or along the scenic Fundy Trail Parkway. If time allows, marvel at the iconic rock formations at Hopewell Rocks, or enjoy breathtaking views along the Fundy Trail Parkway. A picnic lunch will be included. Cross the Confederation Bridge to Prince Edward Island and enjoy an included dinner at a local restaurant in Charlottetown. Settle in for your stay, ready to explore the charm of this remarkable destination.

B | Boxed Lunch | D

August 13, 2025 - Wednesday

Prince Edward Island

Start your day with a guided walking tour of Charlottetown, exploring key historical sites and learning about its role in Confederation. Afterward, enjoy free time for lunch in Victoria by the Sea, a charming village with delightful cafés and shops. In the afternoon, visit Green Gables Heritage Place, the famous home of Anne of Green Gables. This is where images from the blockbuster 1908 novel blend with the real-life experiences of local author Lucy Maud Montgomery, who drew inspiration from the idyllic farmstead and its red woodland pathways. Next, visit Cavendish Beach, known for its beautiful sandy shores and striking red cliffs. Stop at PEI Preserves to shop for local jams and jellies before gathering for

a traditional lobster supper at Fisherman’s Wharf Lobster Suppers. B | D

August 14, 2025 - Thursday

Prince Edward Island

Begin with a scenic drive to Greenwich Dunes, where you’ll hike a picturesque trail leading to a floating boardwalk and serene beach. After your hike, enjoy lunch on your own at nearby eateries. Visit The Dunes Studio Gallery and Café, featuring local art and lovely gardens. This Island Art Gallery features paintings and prints by local Artists. You will also find Canadian crafts by over 50 contributing artists. In the evening, have free time for dinner in Charlottetown, exploring the city’s vibrant dining scene. This day promises a perfect blend of outdoor adventure, art, and culinary delights! B

August 15, 2025 - Friday

Prince Edward Island to Halifax

Board the ferry back over the Northumberland Strait to Nova Scotia, enjoying scenic views as you reflect on your experiences. Upon arrival, lunch is on your own as you explore Halifax at your leisure. With the world’s secondlargest natural harbor and being the lively hub of Atlantic Canada, Halifax is best known for its historical charm, community spirit, fresh seafood and incredible natural landscapes. In the evening, gather for a farewell dinner with fellow travelers, celebrating the memories created during your journey. B | D

August 16, 2025 - Saturday

Traveling Home

Transfer to Halifax Stanfield International Airport for your flight home, filled with fond memories of your adventure! B

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room:

$7,995

Per person in a single room: $9,995

Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on April 7, 2025, and is nonrefundable. The balance can be paid in cash or by check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Register at least six (6) months prior to departure and receive a $200 DISCOUNT!

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 22 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• 11 nights accommodation in 3+-star and 4-star accommodations

• 11 x breakfast

• 1 x lunch (boxed)

• 10 x dinners

• Transportation with private deluxe motor coach from arrival to departure in Halifax, NS

• All bridge, ferry, and road tolls from arrival to departure in in Halifax, NS

• Fees associated with all sightseeing referenced in the itinerary

• Professional Tour Director from arrival to departure in Halifax, NS

• Baggage handling at hotels (one piece per person)

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, August 5-16, 2025

• All local taxes and fees as of November 22, 2024 Abbreviations: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

Tour

Activity

Level:

LEVEL 1 2 3 4

Group airfare: Click here for group airfare details.

Travel Insurance:

Accommodation (final accommodation 90 days prior):

• Halifax: Cambridge Suites, or similar

• Digby: Digby Golf Resort & Spa, or similar

• St. Andrew’s: The Algonquin, or similar

• Charlottetown: Rodd Royalty, or similar

Not Included:

• Airfare, group airfare is available - see separate insert

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Gratuities for local Tour Director and Driver (estimate $15-20 in total per day)

• Meals and beverages other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned

• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at the time of the registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Dear Women of the Midwest,

DENMARK & NORWAY with

Women of the Midwest!

August 7-19, 2025

A dream-come-true, a fairy tale journey, or simply two bucket list destinations? I can’t wait to share Denmark and Norway with you.

Denmark - a charismatic country that offers everything from wonderful cosmopolitan cities to elegant rural landscapes, fairy tale castles, white sand beaches, and intricate gardens, all bathed in charm and an ethereal Nordic light. Its past is illustrious, with over a millennium of history - Stone Age to Bronze Age mysteries, a brawny Viking history, and crowning Renaissance moments. The now is a wealth of vibrant, cutting-edge designs, and a cheerful, open-minded attitude to life, topping the world’s list as the happiest and most habitable nation. Denmark is fairy tales, royal palaces, cozy cafes, bicycles, and pastelcolored seaside houses. Home of Lego and Tivoli - the third-oldest operating amusement park in the world. It is a rich culture with coziness and camaraderie with a feeling the Danes call “hygge.”

Norway - vast and wild. Home to dazzling blue to emerald green fjords, snow-dusted alpine peaks, grinding glaciers, and crashing waterfalls ...it is a kaleidoscope of nature at its very best. This country is a number-one attraction and top many bucket lists. Rough and rocky coastlines dotted with cosmopolitan cities showcasing the famous Scandinavian design, tucked between medieval houses and vibrant colored wooden homes. Norway prides itself on being one of the world’s most civilized, educated, and tolerant societies. It is a country for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and those just seeking pure, awe-inspiring, unspoiled natural beauty.

“To Travel is to Live!” as Hans Christian Andersen said. I couldn’t agree more; come join me on this fabulous journey!

Sincerely,

Lisa Anderson, Ambassador Women of the Midwest

August 7, 2025 - Thursday

Traveling to Copenhagen

Our adventure begins as we take an overnight flight to Copenhagen. Enjoy inflight entertainment and meal service as you are off to a fairy tale. Inflight meals

August 8, 2025 - Friday

Copenhagen

Welcome to Denmark! There is plenty to see and do in Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark. Beautiful waterways, historical buildings and modern architecture, and thousands of bikers. With the leading chefs in Nordic cuisine, famously Danish design, the Happiest People in the World, and avant-garde architecture, Copenhagen has long been the coolest city in Scandinavia. Get ready to enjoy all of it ...and much more. Upon arrival, we will take a short drive to our hotel, which is located right opposite City Hall Square. We will check in and enjoy a welcome dinner, and the evening is yours to relax and unwind. Inflight meals | D

August 9, 2025 - Saturday

Copenhagen

This morning, we will head out to explore Copenhagen. Our tour takes you into the heart of the Danish capital, full of historical buildings and ancient streets. You will see the Little Mermaid and the Gefion Fountain, the Royal Residence Amalienborg Palace and the Nyhavn Canal with its charming outdoor restaurants and picturesque cafés, Christiansborg Castle, hometown to the Danish Parliament, the Royal Opera House, and many more beautiful sights. We will enjoy a rich High Tea at the oldest tea house in town, where seven generations have served tea since

1835. The company has gained the title of Royal Warrant and has delivered tea to the royal family for many years.Next is a visit to Rosenborg Castle, one of the most well-preserved Renaissance castles in the world. Some of the rooms in the castle are almost completely as they were when the castle was built in the early 1600s. It contains many treasures, and the impressive crown jewels of Denmark are on display in the basement. The late afternoon and evening are yours to enjoy. A visit to Tivoli, maybe? The world’s thirdoldest operating amusement park is at our hotel’s doorstep. B | HT

August 10, 2025 - Sunday

Odense - Hans Christian Andersen

“To Travel is to Live!” Today, we will take a two-hour drive to Odense (on the island of Fyn) to visit and get a full insight into the life of the greatest storyteller in the world; get ready for a true fairy tale! A visit to Hans Christian Andersen’s Museum and House is a surprising and fascinating journey into the author’s creative universe – and his world-famous fairy tales. Both places are a story by itself and we dare to say that today is one of the highlights of your journeyjudge by yourself. Lunch is served in Odense and you will have time to stroll the city before we return to Copenhagen for a relaxing evening. B | L

August 11, 2025 - Monday

Castles, Kings & Queens, Hamlet

We are off to experience Northern Zealand and two extraordinary castles. Kronborg Castle, with its royal apartments, ballroom, casemates, and chapel, is probably one of the most famous Danish castles, known worldwide for being the

inspiration for Shakespeare’s Hamlet. the most famous Danish castle known worldwide for inspiring Shakespeare’s Hamlet. We will continue to a castle synonymous with gold, glamour, art, and impressive gardens: Frederiksborg Castle, built in the early decades of the 17th century, and the largest Renaissance castle in Scandinavia. Lunch is served at the Garden House before we explore the castle and magnificent gardens. Kick back and relax tonight. B | L

August 12, 2025 - Tuesday

Royal Copenhagen - Canal Tour

We will start our day attending a Royal Copenhagen porcelain workshop. With guidance from a skilled blue painter, you will have the brush in your hand and can choose to paint selected pieces in Blue Mega Rifled or Blue Elements. A private two-hour canal tour is up next. See the capital from a different perspective and learn even more history as we flow through the most picturesque parts of Copenhagen. The afternoon is yours to shop, peoplewatch, and take in the last impressions of “Wonderful, Wonderful, Copenhagen ...” B

August 13, 2025 - Wednesday

Copenhagen - Oslo

This morning, we will take a short one-hour flight to Oslo, Norway. Oslo is the capital of Norway, the “Viking Capital,” founded in 1040. With a location by the Oslo Fjord, it is home to many fascinating museums and beautiful green parks full of sculptures. In the city center, you will find the majestic Karl Johan pedestrian street and the impressive opera house. Upon arrival at Oslo airport, we will meet our local tour director and driver. We will take a short

drive to visit Hadeland Glassverk, the oldest glasswork company in Norway, founded in 1762 and still in operation. We will tour the Glassverk, and lunch will be served at its cozy restaurant. We will arrive in the center of Oslo to check into our hotel and enjoy an evening to relax and unwind. B | L

August 14, 2025 - Thursday

Oslo

Breakfast is enjoyed before we head out to learn more about Oslo. We are off for an orientation tour where you get to admire the Royal Palace, the National Theater, the Parliament, the Opera House by the waterfront, and the medieval Akershus Fortress. Lunch is served at a local cafe before visiting the Kon Tiki Museum, where we will experience Thor Heyerdahl’s world-famous expeditions across the Pacific Ocean on the balsawood raft in 1947. Up next is the open-air Norwegian Folk Museum, which showcases life in Norway from 1500 to the present. Among the 160 buildings, the Gol Stave Church, dating from 1200, is one of the five medieval gems at the museum. We return to our hotel in the late afternoon to enjoy an evening at leisure. B | L

August 15, 2025 - Friday

Bergen by Train

Breakfast is served, and our bags are packed*. Today, we will take a scenic train journey from Oslo to Bergen (approx. seven hours). Cameras out; the landscapes and sceneries are stunning! We arrive in “The Capital of the Fjords” in the afternoon in time to take a walk around the center and harbor. Dinner at our hotel. *Our bags are transferred separately; you will only carry a light handbag. B | D

August 16, 2025 - Saturday

Bergen

After a hearty breakfast, we will take a morning tour of Bergen and experience Bryggen, the historic harbor district and one of North Europe’s oldest port cities on the west coast of Norway. It was established as a center for trade by the 12th century. In 1350, the Hanseatic League established a “Hanseatic Office” in Bergen. They gradually acquired ownership of Bryggen and controlled the trade in stockfish from Northern Norway through privileges granted by the Crown. Bryggen has been on the UNESCO list of World Cultural Heritage sites since 1979. A concert is enjoyed at Troldhaugen, at the Edvard Grieg Museum. Edvard Grieg is widely considered one of the leading Romantic era composers, and his music is part of the standard classical repertoire worldwide. A delicious salmon lunch is served before we take the funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen (1,000 ft. above sea level) for a stunning view of the city and the surrounding fjords. Have fun in Bergen by night! B | L

August 17, 2025 - Sunday

Myrdal, Flåm, Sognefjord Cruise

Flåm, we embark on a two-hour mini-cruise of the Nærøy and Auerland Fjords - both branches of the Sognefjord, the longest and deepest fjord in the world. Our motorcoach will meet us in Gudvangen and transfer us back to Bergen for the night. B | L

August 18, 2025 - Monday

Bergen

Today, you will have a day off to explore more of Bergen on your own. Today, you will have a day off to explore more of Bergen on your own. Shop your favorite Norwegian wool sweater (they last a lifetime!), rent a bike and ride through the city at your own pace, or just hang out and enjoy friendly people and a delightful atmosphere. We will enjoy a farewell dinner at a restaurant close to our hotel tonight. B | D

August 19, 2025 - Tuesday

Traveling Home

All too soon, your fairy tale vacation has ended. Transfer to Bergen airport in plenty of time to check in for our flight and to clear security. You may wish to do some lastminute shopping at the duty-free stores before boarding and flying west across the Atlantic Ocean back to the United States. B

Itinerary subject to change

= Breakfast

= Lunch

= High Tea

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room:

Per person in a single room:

Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

$5,495

$6,495

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on April 9, 2025, and is non-refundable. The balance can be paid by cash or check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 22 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• 11 nights accommodations at local 3+ and 4-star hotels

• Porterage at hotels (one bag per person)

• 11 x breakfast

• 1 x High Tea

• 4 x lunch

• 3 x dinner

• Private motor coach transportation as per itinerary

• Train tickets (Oslo-Bergen & Bergen-Myrdal-Flåm), economy class

• Airfare Copenhagen-Oslo, economy class, one checked bag up to 50 lbs. included

• Sightseeing program as per itinerary

• All admissions as per itinerary

• Professional English-speaking tour manager during the entire program

• Local step-on guides where required

• All local taxes and fees as of Ocober 26, 2024

1212 O Street • Lincoln, NE 68508

Phone: 888-549-1186

GroupDepartment@executivetravel.com www.executivetravel.com ONLINE

Via our website www.WomenoftheMidwest.com/journeys

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3+ 4

A 3+ rated tour involves a extensive amount of walking (city sightseeings by foot), stairs, longer periods of standing, outdoor activities, and steep areas within the places visited. We walk between 4-5 miles over the course of a day. Add to this the walking you do outside the group activities. This trip is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties.

Travel Insurance:

Group airfare: See separate insert.

Accommodations (final accommodations 90 days prior to dep.):

• Copenhagen: The Square Hotel or similar

• Oslo, Clarion Hotel The Hub or similar

• Bergen, Zander K Hotel or similar

Not Included:

• Airfare

• Airline baggage fees for your second checked bag (the first checked piece up to 50 lbs is free)

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Meals & beverages other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Gratuities (estimate $15 per day in total)

• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at the time of registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

FAIRY TALE ENGLAND

Walking the Unspoiled Cotswolds

with Women of the Midwest

WO MEN OF THE MID WEST

Travel Solo Together

CO | IA | KS | MN | MO | NE

Dear Ladies,

August 9-18, 2025

Warmly,

CarolAnn Condon, Ambassador Women of the Midwest

August 9, 2025 - Saturday

Traveling to London, England

Our wonderful and life-inspiring journey begins as we take an overnight flight to London, England. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you start your dream vacation.

August 10, 2025 - Sunday

Bath

August 11, 2025 - Monday

than twenty local stallholders selling all kinds of pretty souvenirs. Or enjoy tea by the Pulteney Bridge. Dinner at a lovely restaurant tonight. B | D - 4 mi.

August 12, 2025 - Tuesday Cirencester

August 13, 2025 - Wednesday

Coln St. Aldwyns - Bibury - Woollen Weavers

August 14, 2025 - Thursday River Thames - Kelmscott Manor

August 15, 2025 - Friday

Lower Slaughter - Bourton-on-the-WaterStow-on-the-Wold - Broadway

August 16, 2025 - Saturday

Stanton - Winchcombe - Sudeley Castle Breakfast is served before we transfer to Stanton. We will take a four-mile walk to Winchcombe. Winchcombe has a breath-

August 17, 2025 - Sunday

Chipping Campden Breakfast and then head out to enjoy our last full day in the fairy tale region of England. Today’s five-mile walk will take

August 18, 2025 - Monday

Traveling Home

The itinerary is subject to change. B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

*Grade 1:

About our walking program:

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room: $5,295

Per person in a single room: $6,495

Triple rooms are not available on this trip. We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on April 11, 2025, and is nonrefundable. The balance can be paid by cash or check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Register at least eight (8) months prior to departure (by Dec. 9, 2024) and receive a $200 DISCOUNT!

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 18 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• 8 nights during the tour in England at 4-star local hotels

• 8 x breakfast

• 4 x lunch

• 4 x dinner

• All transportation as per tour program

• Admission to all sites mentioned in the tour program

• Full-time English-speaking professional tour guide from August 10-18, 2025

• Baggage handling at hotels (one piece per person)

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, August 9-18, 2025

• All local taxes and fees as per April 28, 2024

Accommodations (final accommodations 90 days prior to dep.):

• Queensberry Hotel or similar, Bath

• Kings Head Hotel or similar, Cirencester

• Lygon Arms Hotel or similar, Broadway

NOTE:

Some hotels may offer a fan instead of airconditioning.

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3 4

Travel Insurance:

Group Airfare: Click here to view airfare details.

Not Included:

• Group airfare, estimate $1,300-$1,400 per person

• Additional airline baggage fees. One piece (50 lbs) is FREE

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Meals and beverages other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned

• Gratuities to local guide and driver (estimate $15 in total per day)

• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at time of registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions WOMEN OF THE MIDWEST

Dear Women of the Midwest,

IRELAND

The Luck of the Irish!

with Women of the Midwest!

August 16-25, 2025

The Emerald Isle - the land of Saints, fairy folk, leprechauns, shamrocks, Irish stew, and Irish Coffee! It is mystical, magical, deliciously delightful, and so much more!

Just picture it …the seemingly endless emerald countryside, the awe-inspiring Cliffs of Moher, the ancient Stone Age ruins, and the quaint, colorful villages with cobblestone streets. It is relaxing and exhilarating at the same time!

Envision medieval castles, ancient lighthouses, popular local pubs, flocks of roaming sheep, family homesteads, and bustling cities. A land that mixes the old with the new, the ordinary with the extraordinary.

Imagine the music, the sounds, the laughter. It is a land of everyday people happily sharing their lives, their humor, their wisdom, and their talents - a land of people with histories and dreams.

Ireland is all of the above. A magical and mystical country, relaxing yet exhilarating, a blend of old and new, ordinary and extraordinary. A land of history and dreams. A land of adventure. A land of beauty - a land that is just waiting for us to experience.

Join me on this journey of a lifetime to Ireland, with its rich history, fantastical folklore, and majestic beauty. Don’t just dream of going “someday.” As they famously proclaim in Ireland, “You’ll never plow a field by just turning it over in your mind.” The time is now! Join me on this amazing trip to Ireland.

Sally Dunham, Ambassador

August 16, 2025, Saturday

Our charming adventure begins as we take an overnight flight to Dublin. Enjoy inflight entertainment and meal service as you start your Irish dream vacation.

August 17, 2025, Sunday

Dublin

Welcome to Dublin! Upon arrival, we meet our private tour guide and take a short drive to the center to enjoy a panoramic tour of the city. For such a small city, Dublin’s got a big past. The iconic city has survived Viking attacks, devastating fires, and even the plague. It is also the founder of one of the oldest universities in Europe, Trinity College, and is home to Ireland’s legendary brew, Guinness. We will swing by the Docklands, rich in maritime history, engineering triumphs, and landmark architecture. We will also visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Built in honor of Ireland’s patron saint, Saint Patrick’s Cathedral stands adjacent to the famous well where tradition has it Saint Patrick baptized converts on his visit to Dublin. Check in to our centrally located hotel, and the afternoon and evening are yours to explore more of Dublin, or simply sit in a cafe with a cup of Irish coffee and enjoy a couple of hours of people-watching! L

August 18, 2025, Monday

Dublin

After a rich breakfast, we will visit Trinity College and admire the Book of Kells. Located in the heart of Dublin city, a walk through the cobblestoned lanes of

Trinity College will bring us back to the 18th century when the magnificent Old Library building was constructed and displays the Book of Kells, Ireland’s greatest cultural treasure and the world’s most famous medieval manuscript. The 9th-century book is a richly decorated copy of the four Gospels of the life of Jesus Christ. Later, we will make a stop at a very special grocery store to taste the local Irish cheeses. The afternoon and evening are for leisure, shopping, and enjoying more of the charming capital. B | T

August 19, 2025, Tuesday

Gardens, Wools & Abbeys

Getting ready to discover the breathtaking Powerscourt Gardens - voted “No. 3 Garden in the World” by National Geographic! The Gardens stretch over 47 acres and offer a sublime blend of formal gardens, sweeping terraces, statues and ornamental lakes, secret hollows, and rambling walks. Next, visit Avoca for a unique shopping experience of the best Ireland has to offer! We continue to Jerpoint Park to enjoy a guided tour of the footprints of a deserted medieval town dating back to 1200 AD. Tradition in these parts tells that the earthly remains of St. Nicholas were secretly removed from Bari by returning crusader knights, who brought them back to Newtown Jerpoint for safekeeping. The story gets even better when told by Joe while Maeve prepares and serves her homemade scones and tea in the barn! A visit to remember! We will arrive in Cork for a good night’s rest. B | T | L | D

August 20, 2025, Wednesday Cork to Galway

After a hearty breakfast, we are off to Cork’s most beloved spot, The English Market. This indoor food market in the city center is considered one of the bestcovered markets in the entire UK and Ireland. The origins of the English Market trace back to the time of King James I in 1610, some four hundred years previously, and it has been officially trading since 1788. A mix of traditional Cork fare, exciting new foods from afar, and longstanding family-run stalls contribute to the unique appeal and atmosphere. Then, it is time to leave Cork and head towards Galway, with a stop for lunch on our way. Next is Ireland’s iconic Bunratty Castle, named after the river Raite, which runs alongside this strategic battlement. The spot on which this castle stands has been occupied for over 1,000 years by the Vikings, the Normans, great Irish Earls, and noble Lords and Ladies. Graciously restored in the 1960s and furnished by Lord Gort’s magnificent collection of medieval furniture and furnishings, this is your chance to experience a window on Ireland’s past and explore the acclaimed 15th-century Bunratty Castle. Arrive at Galway for a relaxing evening. B | L

August 21, 2025, Thursday

Cliffs of Moher - Salmon - Sheeps

We head out to the famous Cliffs of Moher, scenic cliffs stretching 700 feet over the rugged Atlantic coast. The cliffs are

St. Patrick’s

Ireland’s most visited natural attraction, with a magical vista that will capture your heart! We stop at our favorite smokehouse for lunch to sample the silky, smoky texture of smoked Irish organic salmon. We will discover the mystery of salmon smoking and the secret of how smoked salmon is handcrafted. Enjoy mosaics that tell the story of the “Salmon of Knowledge,” marvel at the nostalgic atmosphere, and smell the oak smoke as soon as you come through the door. Today, we will also enjoy a special sheepdog demo before returning to Galway. Tonight’s dinner is served in one of Galway’s finest eateries. B | L | D

August 22, 2025, Friday

Connemara - Kylemore Abbey - Ashford Castle - Hawk Walk

Today, we will visit one of the most beautiful places in the region: Kylemore Abbey and its Victorian Walled Garden. Both a castle and a Benedictine abbey, the majestic Kylemore was a gift of love from a romantic Irishman to his beloved wife, woven with tales of tragedy and romance. Today, Kylemore Abbey is owned and run by the Benedictine community, which has been in residence here since 1920. Indulge in the unique craft shop, admire the Kylemore Abbey Pottery, and taste the award-winning chocolates handmade by the Benedictine nuns. Next, we will discover the rich history of Ashford Castle, extending back to 1228 and once home to the famous Guinness family. We will enjoy an exceptional and delightfully elegant lunch at the castle,

by a private hawk walk. This will give you the incredible opportunity to fly your very own Harris Hawk under the guidance of our instructors. After you have been introduced to your hawk, you will set off into the magnificent woodlands to fly your bird as it follows you from tree to tree through the woods before swooping down to land on your gloved fist. You will learn about the Hawks’ exceptional eyesight, their speed, and agility. This is truly a oncein-a-lifetime experience. Galway is at your leisure tonight. B | L

August 23, 2025, Saturday

Clonmacnoise - National Stud - Dublin We leave Galway and make our way back to Dublin, with a couple of fascinating stops on the way. Clonmacnoise is our first stop. Never heard of this place? Well, it is an ancient monastic site near Shannonbridge. We will take a walk amongst this captivating area’s peaceful stone ruins, conjuring images of the saints and scholars of Ireland’s renowned Golden Age of Learning. The two complete High Crosses will take your breath away, guaranteed! We stop for lunch before our last stop at the Irish National Stud and Gardens. This state-owned commercial stud farm also incorporates the worldfamous Japanese Gardens, the wild Irish St. Fiachra’s Garden, as well as the Irish Horse Museum and Living Legends. This place is also home to some of Ireland’s most famous racehorses. We will arrive in Dublin in the late afternoon for a relaxed evening. B | L

August 24, 2025, Sunday

Dublin

Today is our last full day in Ireland, and we will spend it as we please. You will have time to explore Dublin at your own pace, go shopping, enjoy more museums, or - why not - challenge your kayak skills at the Liffey River! We meet in the evening to enjoy an Irish dinner and show at our handpicked and favorite 16th-century tavern, one of the oldest in Ireland. The exceptional food served in a truly unique and atmospheric setting, along with the musicians and dancers in a lively performance of music, songs, and the very best of Irish dancing, will finish our journey in the best possible way. B | D

August 25, 2025, Monday

Traveling home

All too soon, your vacation has ended. Transfer to Dublin airport in plenty of time to check in for our flight and to clear security. You may do some last-minute shopping at the duty-free stores before boarding and flying west across the Atlantic Ocean back to the United States. B

The itinerary is subject to change.

B = Breakfast L = Lunch

T = Tasting D = Dinner

followed

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room:

$4,995

Per person in a single room: $6,295

Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on April 18, 2025, and is non-refundable. The balance can be paid in cash or by check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 22 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included

• 8 nights accommodation (local 4-star hotels)

• 8 x full Irish breakfast

• 6 x lunch

• 3 x dinner, including our special farewell dinner and show

• Local cheese tasing and scones

• All transportation as per tour program with private motor coach

• Porterage at hotels (one bag per person)

• Professional tour guide during all days in Ireland

• Entrance fee to all mentioned sites

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador from August 16-25, 2025

• All local taxes and fees as of July 8, 2024

ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: Via our website www.WomenoftheMidwest.com/journeys

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3+ 4

Group airfare:

Click here to view airfare details.

Travel Insurance:

Accommodations (final accommodations 90 days prior to dep.):

• Dublin, Hotel Hyatt Centrics at St. Patrick’s or similar

• Cork, Hotel Montenotte or similar

• Galway, Park House Hotel or similar

Not Included:

• Airfare, estimate $1,300-$1,400 per person, economy class, including taxes and fees

• Additional baggage fees (first checked bag free, 50 lbs)

• Travel insurance

• Gratuities to the local tour manager and driver (estimate a total of $15 per day)

• Personal expenses

• Meals other than mentioned in the tour program

• Beverages at meals

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than mentioned

• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at the time of registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

WO MEN OF THE MIDWEST

MACKINAC ISLAND LAID-BACK LAKESIDE with

Women of the Midwest

September 3-10, 2025

Dear Women of the Midwest,

I warmly invite you to join me on a delightful Laid-Back Lakeside Tour, where we will explore three enchanting destinations! Our adventure begins in the stunning lakeside town of Traverse City, Michigan, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and hopes for a touch of fall color. After we arrive at our lovely hotel in Traverse City, we will gather for a welcome dinner at Michigan’s oldest continuously operated restaurant. While there, we will also visit a charming winery and have time for some leisurely shopping.

Next, we will uncover the hidden gem of Petoskey, one of the most picturesque spots along Lake Michigan, where you won’t want to miss the incredible dining options. On the way to Petoskey we take a whimsical tour of the Mushroom Houses in Charlevoix, led by a local expert. This is sure to be a highlight of the tour!

Our grand finale brings us to Mackinac Island for a three-night stay at the outstanding Grand Hotel, celebrated as one of the 20 most iconic hotels on earth. Here, you can bask in the ambiance of the Victorian Age, sip a drink on the longest porch in the world, and recall scenes from “Somewhere in Time,” filmed right here. With no cars allowed on the island, we will arrive by ferry and enjoy a charming horse-drawn carriage ride up to our hotel. You will have plenty of time to explore the serene paths on foot or by bicycle. And let’s not forget the island’s famous fudge perfect for bringing a sweet treat back home to share!

Whether you love shopping, dining in style, or simply savoring a quiet moment on the porch, this trip is designed for you. Come join me, solo or two-by-two, for this grand and historic adventure with Women of the Midwest. It promises to be a truly magical experience!

Sincerely,

Sally Dunham Women of the Midwest Ambassador

September 3, 2025, Wednesday

Traverse City

Our wonderful adventure begins as we fly to Traverse City, Michigan. We will meet our 34-passenger motorcoach and our Michigan-based Tour Director Nancy, and in just 15 minutes we will be at our lovely hotel in the heart of this small city. We can drop our luggage and head straight out walking to lunch or shopping. The world is our oyster. Tonight we will take a leisurely stroll to our welcome dinner at Sleder’s Family Tavern, the oldest continuously operating restaurant

in Michigan. The rest of the evening could be for a lakeside stroll or a drink at the rooftop retreat back at the hotel. D

September 4, 2025, Thursday

Wineries

Today, we will ease into our vacation with a delightful breakfast at the hotel, savoring local flavors to energize us for the adventures ahead. After our meal, we will embark on a leisurely late-morning departure for a full day of winery exploration! As we wind our way through the picturesque countryside, the stunning landscapes will take our breath away - rolling hills, lush vineyards, and sparkling views of the water will create a perfect backdrop for our journey. We will visit a selection of charming wineries, each offering a unique experience. The day promises not just great wine but also wonderful conversations and the chance to connect with fellow travelers. This evening, you can dine on your own or with new friends at a local restaurant. B | L

September 5, 2025, Friday

Charlevoix - Petoskey

After breakfast, we will board our motorcoach for a short drive to the vibrant city of Charlevoix! There, an expert guide will lead us on a tour of Earl Young’s captivating mushroom houses, each uniquely designed to blend with the landscape and create a magical, fairytale-like atmosphere. At the end of our tour, you will enjoy some free time downtown. You can savor a leisurely lunch at one of the charming local

eateries, indulge in shopping, or take a peaceful stroll along the harbor to soak in the beautiful views. Your tour director will be on hand to share recommendations and answer any questions you may have about the area’s offerings.

But our lovely day is just getting started! In the afternoon, we will head to our new accommodations at the lovely Stafford’s Perry Hotel in Petoskey, Michigan. This historic gem will truly knock your socks off with its elegant decor and warm hospitality. And while your socks are off, why not dig your toes into the sand at the nearby beach?

Tonight, you will have the chance to explore one of the many delightful dining options downtown. Whether you are in the mood for upscale cuisine or a cozy bistro, Nancy and Sally will surely secure reservations for you. Get ready for an unforgettable evening in this charming lakeside town! B

September 6, 2025, Saturday Chill Day!

After your included breakfast, enjoy Petoskey. Perched at the top of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula on Little Traverse Bay, it is celebrated for its natural beauty, breathtaking sunsets, and the historic Gaslight Shopping District Surrounded by stunning views of the Bay, Petoskey is perfect for outdoor activities - whether you enjoy walking, hiking, biking, or simply relaxing on the beach. The Gaslight District is marked by its charming green light posts. Here,

Pretty Petoskey Stone

you will find a delightful variety of shops where you can uncover treasures for friends or tasty treats to enjoy on the spot. Perhaps grab a sandwich at a local shop and head to the beach with friends. Alternatively, if you would rather save your appetite, tonight we will dine in style on local fare at Stafford’s Perry. This dinner is sure to be a highlight of your tour. B | D

September 7, 2025, Sunday

Mackinac Island

Today we will have a leisurely breakfast and a late morning departure from our hotel. Heading even further north, we will take in beautiful countryside vistas and stop for lunch on our way to Mackinaw City, where we hop on the ferry to our new digs at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. Our horse-drawn carriages will roll us slowly uphill for a grand entrance to the Grand Hotel! One of the wonderful aspects of Mackinac Island is that it truly has something for everyone. If you prefer a low-key stay, you can enjoy fresh food and chilled wine while savoring an afternoon on the longest porch in the world. If you’re feeling more adventurous, there are over 70 miles of hiking and biking trails to satisfy your inner outdoorsy spirit. The rest of your day is yours! B | L

September 8, 2025, Monday

Mackinac Island

After a lovely breakfast, your professional tour guide will take you on a walking tour of Mackinac Island. The tour will conclude near the Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau,

where you can gather information on how to make the most of your free time on the island. Your guide will be available to share tips on getting around and answer any questions you may have and will provide tickets for your included carriage tour to be taken at your leisure. B

September 9, 2025, Tuesday

Mackinac Island

Breakfast is served! Today, let your imagination run wild, a full day in stunning Mackinac Island to do as you wish. The day is free to enjoy and explore the quaint town and its simple life. Eighty percent of Mackinac Island is parkland, and if a golf cart is too modern for you, how about getting around by horse and buggy or by a rented bike? Don’t forget to swing by one (or more!) of the 13 fudge shops downtown. More than 10,000 pounds of fudge are slabbed daily on marble, allowing the fudge to cool evenly and quickly, giving it a unique flavor and creating a great show, too. Or visit the fascinating butterfly conservatory, the Wings of Mackinac, to watch the butterflies eat dried fruits and nectar. A lovely experience! Maybe you prefer to take a carriage tour (tickets provided), which is a fantastic way to see the sites, make mental notes on where to eat and shop, and get a general lay of the land. Your coachman will share historical information as well as information about your new horse friends. Your tour may stop at Arch Rock, where you will see the most beautiful view of the lake through the arch. The Fort is located at the tip-top of a high hill, so this may be a good time

to take advantage of the Fort tour if you like. Check to see if you can hop off at Fort Mackinac if you would like to. Then, you may catch a tour carriage (based on space available) back down toward our hotel. In the afternoon, we will meet at the hotel at your appointed time (to be determined) for your Historical Tour of the Grand Hotel. You’ll learn all the behind-the-scenes secrets of America’s most recognized hotel before enjoying a beautiful dinner at our hotel. B | D

September 10, 2025, Wednesday Traveling

Home

After breakfast, it’s time to roll back down the hill in our horse carriage and catch our ferry to the mainland. We will wave goodbye to our wonderful home at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. On the other side of the lake, our motorcoach will drive us back south for lunch on your own enroute and then to the Traverse City Airport for your afternoon flight home. What a wonderful time we’ve had - a dream come true. B

The itinerary is subject to change.

B = Breakfast

L = Lunch

D = Dinner

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room: $4,995

Per person in a single room: $6,995

Remember our “Pair & Share” program for solo travelers. A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on May 6, 2025, is nonrefundable, and can be paid by cash or check. Credit card payment (any payments after the deposit) will access a 3.5% processing fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

Travel Insurance:

We recommend travel insurance to help protect you and your trip investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services. For rates and plan highlights, please ask us. Travelex Insurance Services, Inc. CA Agency License #0D10209. Insurance coverages underwritten by individual member companies of Zurich in North America, including Zurich American Insurance Company (NAIC #16535, state of domicile: New York), 1299 Zurich Way, Schaumburg, IL 60196.

Included

• Airfare to/from Traverse City, economy class (direct flights not guaranteed)

• 7 nights accommodation

• 7 x breakfast

• 2 x lunch

• 3 x dinner

• All transfers as per tour program

• Ferry tickets to/from Mackinac Island

• Porterage at hotels (one bag per person)

• Professional tour director as per tour program

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, September 3-10, 2025

• Detailed travel documents (hard copy and electronic format)

• All local taxes as per October 28, 2024

1212 O Street • Lincoln, NE 68508

Phone: 888-549-1186

GroupDepartment@executivetravel.com www.executivetravel.com

ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: Via our website www.WomenoftheMidwest.com/journeys

Tour

Activity 1 2 3 4 - This journey is a soft level 3:

Between the scheduled sightseeing tours included in the program and personal exploration, you can expect to walk approximately 3 miles or more over the course of a day typically on pavements. This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.

Airfare, included in your package: Click here to view airfare details.

Accommodation:

Traverse City: Hotel Indigo or similar (standard rooms) Petoskey: Stafford’s Perry (standard rooms) or similar Mackinac Island: The Grand Hotel (Grand Guest RoomsLake View Rooms) Final accommodation will be confirmed 90 days prior to departure.

The tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 travelers and a maximum of 22 travelers. Should we, for any reason, not be able to guarantee this departure, we will offer a refund of all funds paid to Executive Travel for land, air and travel insurance 90 days prior to departure.

Excluded:

• Airline baggage fees (estimate $40 per checked bag per way)

• Travel Insurance

• Professional fees, $75 per person due at time of registration

• Gratuities (estimate $15 per day)

• Personal expenses

• Meals other than mentioned in the tour program

• Entrance fees to monuments and/or museums other than mentioned

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

FALL CELEBRATION Boston,

Cape Cod, and the Islands with Women of the Midwest

September 13-19, 2025

Dear Women of the Midwest,

I am excited to celebrate the beginning of fall with you on this beautiful journey to a corner of our country that I love dearly; join me as we take off to New England to explore Boston, Cape Cod, and the Islands.

A journey to the Boston area, where the pilgrims landed in the 1600s. We will spend a day exploring the famous city, founded over 400 years ago, and visit the Faneuil Hall Marketplace set around a cobblestone promenade where jugglers, magicians, and musicians entertain the passers-by.

In Hyannis/Yarmouth, we unpack for a 5-night stay. Located on a hook-shaped peninsula, this area is known for its quaint villages, seafood shacks, lighthouses, ponds and bays, and ocean beaches. We will explore it all, including cranberry bogs and beautiful coastal areas.

Ferry rides will take us to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Island, with its whaling Museum. We will also be visiting Plimoth Plantation, Newport, one of New England’s most delightful coastal cities, Plymouth Rock, Provincetown, and much, much more.

Together we will enjoy all the cuisines of the area, and there will be time to explore the quaint shops and landscapes all over this area.

Join me for a relaxing visit to Boston, Cape Cod & the Islands! This is a great trip to enjoy with girlfriends or make new friends - even share a room with a new friend - we will introduce you ahead of time!

Sincerely,

Lisa Anderson

Ambassador Women of the

Midwest

September 13, 2025 - Saturday

Boston

Our wonderful adventure begins as we fly to Boston, where we spend our first night. We meet with our local tour guide upon arrival and transfer to our hotel. Check-in and time to refresh before we gather for a welcome drink. The evening is yours to enjoy “Beantown,” a city full of charm, an important college town with a youthful vibe everywhere, impressive art and culture scene and anchored by two very important waterways: the Charles River and Boston Harbor with endless photo opportunities. Welcome drink included today.

September 14, 2025 - Sunday

Boston - Plymouth - Cape Cod

After a filling breakfast, we are off to enjoy a Boston city tour featuring Boston Commons, the Old State House, and Old North Church, where Paul Revere got the signal to start his famous ride, the Old South Meeting House, Beacon Hill, and Old Ironsides. We will visit the Faneuil Hall Marketplace (also called Quincy Market), located in downtown Boston near the waterfront and originally gifted to the city in 1742. This fun place is set around a cobblestone promenade where jugglers, magicians, and musicians entertain passers-by. Shops offering the perfect blend from antiques to the latest fashions. This world-famous Food Colonnade features thirty food merchants representing cuisine from around the globe that will tease your tastebuds. Later we depart Boston and travel to Plymouth. We will Pilgrim’s 1627 village, where costumed interpreters visit

Plimoth Plantation, an accurate re-creation of the portray colony residents in this living history museum. Next, we are off to celebrate the journey that brought the pilgrims to the New World as we visit the Mayflower II, the 1620 ship reproduction recently renovated for the 400th anniversary of the voyage. We will also see Plymouth Rock, where the Pilgrims first stepped ashore after a 66-day trans-Atlantic voyage. In the late afternoon, we arrive at our hotel on Cape Cod, our home for the next five nights. Enjoy dinner with your fellow travelers. B | D

September 15, 2025 - Monday

Martha’s Vineyard

After a hearty breakfast, we take a scenic ferry ride to the famous Martha’s Vineyard, where little has changed since European settlers arrived early in the 17th century. The island’s residents include writers, artists, entertainers, and fishermen. Our tour includes the colorful Victorian gingerbread cottages of Oak Bluffs, a ridiculously cute town. The history of how these fairy tales Victorians came to exist is the story of Martha’s Vineyard itself. It all began in the mid-19th century when the island was primarily used as a spot to host multiday religious revivalist meetings. Families who came back summer after summer would set up tents, which gave way to slightly nicer tents, which eventually morphed into cottages, which steadily became more and more elaborate and colorful as the families tried to one-up each other. This is where you will get your inspiration for your next home decor project, guaranteed! We will also swing by Edgartown with its stately houses built by whaling captains, pristine beaches, and colorful yacht harbors. You will have plenty of time to enjoy Martha’s Vineyard before we return by ferry to our hotel for a relaxing evening. B

September 16, 2025 - Tuesday

Cape Cod National Seashore - ProvincetownCranberries

We take the time to enjoy our breakfast before heading

Crab and Lobster Pots

out this morning. A beautiful day is ahead of us as we travel along the Cape Cod National Seashore, dedicated in 1961 by President J. F. Kennedy. The Seashore features forty miles of pristine sandy beaches, marshes, ponds, and uplands, supporting diverse species of wildlife, and is dotted with lighthouses, cultural landscapes, and wild cranberry bogs. At the tip of Cape Cod lies Provincetown, which boasts a lively artist community, beautiful beaches, great restaurants, and charming shops. Enjoy time at leisure to stroll, and find your favorite spot for lunch. The next stop is a traditional Cranberry Bog. We will learn all about the harvesting of Cape Cod’s famous fruit. Cranberries form an essential part of New England’s history. Whaling vessels would store barrels of cranberries below deck for the long voyages, and they were a good source of vitamin C and would help stave off scurvy. Wampanoag men have always been great sea warriors, sea captains, and harpooners - Tashtego in Moby Dick is a Wampanoag. After an eventful day, we return in the late afternoon to our hotel. A fun dinner is included tonight. B | D

September 17, 2025 - Wednesday Newport, Rhode Island

September 18, 2025 - Thursday

Nantucket Island

After a rich breakfast, we board the ferry and cruise to scenic and historic Nantucket Island. A cobblestoned Main Street, unspoiled beaches, sea Captains’ houses, and art galleries ...there is so much to enjoy. A visit to the Nantucket Whaling Museum includes its rooftop observation deck overlooking the harbor and other whaling exhibits, all reflections of an island that some 300 years ago was the world’s whaling capital. You will have time to shop or explore the yacht-filled harbor and waterfront at your own pace. Our ferry will take us back to our hotel for what is a better way to finish our beautiful journey than a traditional New England lobster farewell dinner?! B | D

September 19, 2025 - Friday

Return home

After breakfast, it’s time to leave our hotel on Cape Cod and head to Boston for our flight back home.

After breakfast, we head out to visit Newport, Rhode Island, one of New England’s most delightful coastal cities and a longtime favorite vacation site of affluent socialites and yachting enthusiasts. We will tour Newport and drive by the Touro Synagogue, the oldest synagogue in America, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and the splendid estates along Bellevue Avenue. It’s time to marvel at the extravagant lifestyle of a bygone era with a guided tour of The Breakers Mansion, the shipping magnate Cornelius Vanderbilt’s lavishly decorated turn-of-the-century mansion. We will then follow Ten-Mile-Drive along the magnificent rocky coast, which boasts exquisite estates from the early 1900s. Return to the hotel. The evening is at leisure. B Itinerary

Our memories of the beautiful New England Fall Celebration journey to Boston, Cape Cod, and surrounding areas will enrich our homegoing as we return home to share our adventures. B

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room: $4,395

Per person in a single room: $5,395

Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on May 30, 2025, and is non-refundable. The balance can be paid in cash or by check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 22 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• Roundtrip airfare Omaha-Boston-Omaha*, economy class

• 6 overnights at local 3+ star hotels

• 6 x breakfast

• 3 x dinner

• All tours and admissions as per the tour program

• Transportation with private deluxe motor coach

• Ferry tickets, economy class passage, as per the tour program

• Baggage handling at hotels (1 piece per person)

• Tour host / Women of the Midwest Ambassador

• Professional local tour director from arrival to Boston on September 13 until departure from Boston on September 19, 2025

• All local taxes and fees

*Direct flights not guaranteed. We are happy to assist with airfare from a different airport than Omaha.

1212 O Street • Lincoln, NE 68508

Phone: 888.549.1186 (ask for Group Department) GroupDepartment@executivetravel.com www.executivetravel.com

SECURE ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: Via our website www.WomenoftheMidwest.com/journeys

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2+ 3 4

Group airfare schedule: Click here to view airfare details.

Travel Insurance:

Accommodation (final accommodations 90 days prior):

• 1 night – Boston, Doubletree Braintree or similar

• 5 nights – Hyannis, Doubletree or similar

Not Included:

• Airline baggage fees (estimate $40 for the first checked bag)

• Gratuities for local tour director and motor coach driver (estimate $15 per day in total)

• Personal expenses

• Meals other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Professional fees, $75.00 per person due at time of reservation

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Dear Women of the Midwest,

Join me on a magical journey to a mystical island, Iceland!

ICELAND

Land of Ice & Fire! with Women of the Midwest!

September 19-26, 2025

Just a bit smaller than Kentucky, it’s a thrilling destination for nature enthusiasts like me (the photo below is from my first trip to Iceland), outdoor lovers, and those just seeking the unexpected, set in soul-stirring scenery. You will also find the world’s most northern capital city with the friendliest people you will ever encounter, making this trip even more joyful.

Our journey goes to an island anchored near the top of the globe, with a raw beauty sculpted by its volcanic nature. Rumbling icecovered volcanoes, black sandy beaches, gigantic glaciers silently gnawing away at mountains, crystal clear lagoons speckled with glistening icebergs, gurgling hot springs, explosive geysers, fields punctuated with stoic Viking horses and long-haired sheep, thunderous waterfalls adorned with absurdly perfect rainbows, and ever-changing light. Wonders only experienced in Iceland!

We will listen to the stories of the Northern Gods and Goddesses, learn about Norse mythology, taste delicious and original local products, take an unforgettable journey into the heart of a glacier and a man-made ice cave, and have the opportunity to swim in the Blue Lagoon.

And Icelandic wool is something you will want to take a closer look at. It contains two types of hair that serve as a natural barrier to wet and cold weather. The outer layer comprises coarse, long hair, which Icelanders call “tog.” The tough and fleecy tog is a water-resistant layer. Consider taking some home with you; let’s have fun shopping for wool!

What an adventure, what an awe-inspiring destination! Follow your instinct and join me, solo or two-by-two. Let’s explore this gorgeous island.

Sincerely yours,

Carol Ann Condon, Ambassador Women of the Midwest

September 19, 2025 - Friday

Traveling to Iceland

Iceland is a place you must see to believe! Our adventure begins with an overnight flight to Reykjavik. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you travel to this very special destination.

September 20, 2025 - Saturday Reykjavik

Upon our early arrival at Reykjavik airport, we will meet our English-speaking tour guide, who will follow us throughout our journey. We are off on a short drive to Reykjavik to be introduced to this cute town. We will make our way to Hallgrimskirkia, a Lutheran church and one of the highest structures in Iceland. The elevator will take us to the top to get the best views of the world’s most northern capital. Soak in the colorful houses, blue waters, and mountains in the distance. Next, we will stroll at our own pace down the bustling shopping street Laugavegur and make a stop for lunch at a local restaurant. We will continue our walking tour along the lovely city and pass by Lake Tjörnin before going to the Harpa Concert Hall by the water. Our tour finishes by visiting the Sólfarið (“Sun Voyager”) sculpture. It is time to check into our hotel, relax, and unwind for the remainder of the day. L

September 21, 2025 - Sunday Into the Glacier

After a hearty breakfast, we are off to a

once-in-a-lifetime experience. We start the journey from Reykjavik and head towards the beautiful fjord of Hvalfjordur. Hvalfjordur means “Whale Fjord” because of the large number of whales in the surrounding waters. We will stop at the hot spring Deildartunguhver. Deildatunguhver churns out 180 liters of boiling water per second (a rate of flow that tops all other European hot springs). Some water from the hot spring is used for heating purposes and is piped to nearby villages. We arrive in Husafell, and our adventure leading us to the untouched beauty and raw nature of Langjokull, Iceland’s second-largest glacier, begins. You will receive crampons to tie onto your shoes or boots. Next, we board a modified glacier vehicle to explore the glacier environment and enjoy the views as we drive atop the ice cap. Our specialist guide will teach us all about glaciers before going deep inside the manmade ice tunnels leading to the blue heart of the glacier. This is truly one of the many highlights of the journey. Lunch is served at a local restaurant before heading to our beautiful hotel in Grimsborgir, one of the best hotels Iceland offers. En route, we stop at Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls. Camera out; these falls are stunning! After a wonderful day, we arrive at our hotel in time for a delicious dinner. Enjoy the outdoor hot tubs and a beverage of your choice; if lucky, you may catch the Northern Lights! Off to bed for a good night’s rest.

September 22, 2025 - Monday

Golden Circle

After breakfast, we embark on a full-day tour of the Golden Circle, a route home to some of Iceland’s most beautiful natural attractions. We make our way to visit the UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park, the site of a magnificent rift valley where the historical and geological wonders of the American and Eurasian tectonic plates are pulling apart at a rate of a few inches per year. It is clearly visible! This place is also the home of the largest natural lake in Iceland. Next, we will see the spectacular Gullfoss Waterfall before reaching the spouting geysers in the geothermally active valley of Haukadalur. Lunch is served in Geysir before we enjoy yet another taste of Iceland’s local delicacies: the delicious rye bread, which is made in the traditional way by baking it underground using the natural geothermal heat found in the area. On our way back to the hotel, we will stop and visit Fridheimar Greenhouse to learn all about how to grow tomatoes in Iceland. A soul-warming Bloody Mary is served before we depart this special place. We return to our hotel in time for dinner. Enjoy a spa treatment tonight (optional) or simply relax, taking in the stunning views of the surrounding nature.

B | L | T | D

September 23, 2025 - Tuesday

Southern Tour

After enjoying breakfast, we will tour the

southern part of Iceland. Our views today will include farmlands, glaciers, volcanoes, and waterfalls. We will pass from the volcano Hekla and the glaciervolcano Eyjafjallajokull, which erupted in 2010, causing enormous disruption to air travel and affecting ten million travelers. Reaching the southern coast, we will see the Westman Islands rise from the sea. We will stop at the black beach of Reynisfjara, and you will witness the spectacular basalt columns at the hillside and the characteristic rock pillars - a nesting place for puffins and other seabirds during the summer season. You will have the opportunity to walk the path of the Seljalandsfoss waterfall, passing behind the falling waters. Another impressive waterfall is Skogafoss. You will feel the power released in a spray cloud once the water hits the pool at the bottom. Lunch is served at a local restaurant today, and dinner is at our wonderful hotel. Yet another day of “cameras out”; the photography opportunities are exceptional!

B | L | D

September 24, 2025 - Wednesday Lava Tunnel, Blue Lagoon

After breakfast, we head towards a very special lava tunnel. We will walk inside the tunnel (you decide how far and deep you wish to go) while listening to stories about the Thunder God Thor and some interesting Norse mythology. Thor played an essential role in Icelanders’ beliefs, and the

influence of the Pagan religion is evident in many location names spread far and wide across the country. Next, you will be mesmerized by the most extraordinary geological wonders and again witness some of the most dramatic and spectacular scenery at Gunnuhver fumarole and the “bridge between continents” on our way back to Reykjavik. Lunch is served at a local restaurant. Our last stop today is at the world-famous Blue Lagoon, where we will enjoy a relaxing afternoon. Located on an old lava field, it is considered one of the 25 Wonders of the World. Being a natural geothermal spa, the warm sea waters are rich in minerals and silica, which gives the water its mesmerizing bright blue appearance. You can enjoy a swim and a free mud mask from the “Mud Bar,” you can order drinks on your electronic entrance wristband once in the water. What’s not to love?! In the afternoon, we will arrive in Reykjavik to check into our hotel. The evening is yours to enjoy this charming city.

B | L | D

September 25, 2025 - Thursday

Reykjavik - Viking Feast

A day at leisure to explore more of Reykjavik and everything this city has to offer. Don’t miss the local hotdog stands and the delicious bakeries; the cinnamon rolls are the best in the world!

A special Viking Feast farewell dinner, including special Icelandic shots,

will be enjoyed! A good night’s rest awaits!

| D

September 26, 2025 - Friday

Perlan - Return Home

Breakfast is at leisure before we pack our bags, load our motorcoach, and head out for our last visit to yet another special place: the interactive Perlan Museum. The Perlan Museum, with its rotating glass dome, stands on top of a hill in Reykjavik, surrounded by a forest. It is one of the capital’s most distinctive landmarks. Your ticket includes visiting the Planetarium show, observation deck, and ice cave experience. In the early afternoon, we transfer to Reykjavik airport in plenty of time to check in for our flight and to clear security. You may wish to do some lastminute shopping at the duty-free stores before boarding and flying west across the Atlantic Ocean back to the United States. B

Itinerary is subject to change.

Sunrise in September: 7 AM Sunset in September: 7 PM

Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on May 22, 2025, and is non-refundable. The balance can be paid in cash or by check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Register at least eight (8) months prior to departure and receive a $200 DISCOUNT!

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 22 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• 6 nights accommodation

• 6 x full breakfast

• 5 lunches

• 4 dinners

• Greenhouse visit and tasting

• Rye bread baking and tasting

• All transportation as per tour program with private deluxe motorcoach

• Porterage at hotels (1 suitcase per person)

• Professional English-speaking tour guide during all days in Iceland

• Entrance fee to all mentioned sites

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador from day 1 through day 8

• All local taxes as per October 2024

To register contact:

1212 O Street • Lincoln, NE 68508 Phone: 888-549-1186

GroupDepartment@executivetravel.com www.executivetravel.com

ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: Via our website www.WomenoftheMidwest.com/journeys

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3 4

Level 4: This tour involves a considerable amount of walking, stairs, longer periods of standing, outdoor activities, and steep areas within the places visited. This trip is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties. Comfortable, sturdy shoes/ boots are recommended.

Travel Insurance:

Group airfare: Click here to view airfare details.

Accommodations:

• Centerhotel Midgardur, Reykjavik, or similar.

• Grimsborgir, Golden Circle, or similar.

Final accommodations will be confirmed 90 days prior to departure.

Excluded:

• Airfare and additional baggage fees, estimate $1,300 per person, including taxes and fees

• Travel insurance

• Professional fees, $75 per person due at the time of registration

• Gratuities (estimate a total of $15 per person, per day)

• Personal expenses

• Meals other than mentioned in the tour program

• Entrance fees to monuments and/or museums other than mentioned

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Dear Women of the Midwest,

GROUNDED KAUAI, HAWAII

with Women of the Midwest

September 24-29, 2025

In loving health, Denise Welmaker, LCSW Ambassador for Grounded Women of the Midwest

Our goals for Grounded are to learn tools to:

• Become Grounded in wellness, goodness, happiness, and joyfulness.

• Learn the importance of our five senses in our daily lives.

• Enhance physical relaxation, mindfulness, and being present.

• Find purpose in your current situation.

• Create an action plan to incorporate what you have learned.

Day 1 - Wednesday - September 24, 2025

Today, we arrive in beautiful Kauai and transfer to our stunning beachside hotel. You will have free time to explore, walk on the beach, or splash in the pool before we meet for our 6:30 PM welcome dinner. After dinner, we will meet with Denise and delve into what we have in store for the week, begin our media detox, and hand out welcome goodies. D

Day

2 - Thursday - September 25, 2025

This evening have dinner on your own at one of the walkable restaurants. B

Day

3 - Friday - September 26, 2025

Our theme today is stillness. What is stillness? It is a calm, quiet, motionless state. Stillness soothes the nervous system, can increase your ability to hear your intuition, and anchor you in the present moment. Following breakfast Denise will lead a fun outdoor activity with today’s theme in mind and Denise will be available for pre-planned individual chats.

Day 4 - Saturday - September 27, 2025

So hold on to your sun hats and let’s start the day!

After lunch on your own, we will depart for our Mountain Tubing Adventure in a historic ditch and tunnel system that once irrigated a vast sugar plantation. Begin with a four-wheel drive across the former sugar fields to see breathtaking views of Mt. Wai’ale’ale and waterfalls. Then float through 2.5 miles of open canals and 5 tunnels on gently flowing waters with beautiful scenery for a relaxing, fun, and fascinating experience. This evening have dinner on your own from a selection of walkable restaurants near the hotel. After dinner, Denise will be available for pre-planned individual chats. B

Day 5 - Sunday - September 28, 2025

Day 6 - Monday - September 29, 2025

Today’s theme is creating a retreat at home. As we prepare to head home after an amazing trip to Hawaii it may hit you…

Itinerary is subject to change.

= Breakfast L = Lunch

Dinner

Beach Bar Sunsets

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room: $4,895.00

Per person in a single room: $5,695.00

Remember our “Pair & Share” program for solo travelers. A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on May 27, 2025, is non-refundable, and can be paid by cash or check. Credit card payment (any payments after the deposit) will access a 3.5% processing fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

Included:

• Airfare to/from Lihue Airport economy class (direct flights not guaranteed)

• 5 nights ocean view accommodations

• 5 x breakfast

• 3 x dinner

• 4 x afternoon tours

• 4 x themed sessions with Professional Program Leader

• Individual sessions with Professional Program Leader

• Porterage at airport and hotels (one bag per person)

• Professional Program Leader - Denise Welmaker, LCSW

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador - Polly Welmaker

• Detailed Travel Documents (hard copy and electronic)

• Gratuities to local guides and drivers

*We are happy to assist with airfare from any city in the U.S. A small additional fee may apply.

Phone: 888.549.1186

GroupDepartment@executivetravel.com www.executivetravel.com

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2

3 4

Group airfare:

Group airfare is included from Omaha, NE. A small supplement may be applicable, if you fly from/to a different city than Omaha, NE.

Click here for details.

Travel Insurance:

Travelex

Hotel Accommodations:

Kauai: Kauai Shores Hotel (ocean view rooms) or similar. Final accommodation will be confirmed 90 days prior to departure.

Not Included:

• Airline baggage fees (estimate $35-$40 per checked bag per way)

• Travel Insurance

• Professional fees, $75 per person due at time of registration

• Personal expenses

• Meals other than mentioned in the tour program

• Entrance fees to monuments and/or museums other than mentioned

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions 1212 O Street • Lincoln, NE 68508

Dear Women of the Midwest,

GREECE

Eat - Live - Love

Athens - Peloponnese - Naxos - Santorini

with Women of the Midwest!

September 25 - October 8, 2025

If you have ever dreamt about a “foodie” tour to Greece, here it is! Athens, Peloponnese, Naxos, and Santorini ...it doesn’t get any better than this!

Relax and unwind as you learn to appreciate an exceptional way of life …the Greek way of life!

THIS is the way travel should taste!

Reserve your spot now on this fabulous trip to Greece. Come, join me, solo or two-by-two.

Yours in travel and adventure, Mary Kay Roth, Ambassador Women of the Midwest

September 25, 2025 - Thursday

Traveling to Athens

Our charming adventure begins as we take an overnight flight to Athens. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you start your Greek dream “foodie” vacation.

September 26, 2025 - Friday

Athens

Welcome to Athens! Upon arrival, we will meet our private tour guide, who will accompany us during the entire trip. We are off to experience some of the most incredible sights in history. On our way to Athens, we will stop at Cape Sounion, where the impressive Temple of Poseidon rises above the Aegean Sea. A seaside lunch is served before we reach our hotel. Athens is one of the oldest cities in the world, full of myths, mysteries, and legends. The city is home to many sacred ancient sites, monuments, and landmarks - a fusion of old and new and a buzzing cosmopolitan metropolis. It is one of the most glorious cities in the world and the cradle of Western civilization as we know it today. Founded seven thousand years ago, the city flourished in the fifth century BC when Athenian democracy was practiced in the Bouletarion (council chamber) and open discussion was encouraged in the Agora (marketplace). Check into our hotel for an evening at leisure to relax and unwind. If you are still awake, take an evening stroll by the Acropolis; it’s right next door. B (airplane) | L

September 27, 2025 - Saturday

Athens

September 28, 2025 - Sunday

Corinth Canal - Ancient Olympia

September 29, 2025 - Monday

Honey - Silk - Mystras - Sparta

After a rich breakfast, we will take a short drive to a traditional honey farm. Klio will meet us, introduce us to her agricultural activities, and tell stories about her grandparents, who made their living from the delicious local honey. We will walk the garden and be guided through Klio’s private collection, learn about the secrets of honey production, and taste traditional sweets with honey prepared in front of us. We will continue toward Kalamata on the southern side of Peloponnese, world-famous for its olives. Lunch is served by the seaside

and promises to be a feast! Our last stop is at a special monastery, the Abbey of the Nuns. Founded in 1796, it has been a local space for charity, a safe place during German and Italian occupation, and a shelter for those displaced during the Greek Civil War. A central courtyard with orange trees houses the nuns’ living areas and a church. The monastery is famous for its silk production. We will visit the room where the nuns used to work and cultivate silk back in the day and the weaving room where you can see unfinished pieces on the looms. Silk products are still made, including silk headscarves known to be among the finest in the world, embroideries, small icons, and more, which you can purchase from the monastery shop. Our last visit today is to the abandoned fortress of Mystras, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once the last stronghold of the Byzantine Empire, today, the stones of its monumental gates, medieval houses, palaces, and churches lay silent. We will spend the night in the city of Sparta. In ancient times, a powerful townstate known for its brave soldiers and set amongst vineyards and citrus-olive groves.

B | L

September 30, 2025 - Tuesday

Monemvasia - Nafplion

time to explore on our own before lunch is served inside the citadel. In the afternoon, we will drive toward Nafplion, one of the prettiest cities in Greece. You will love the small shops and narrow streets full of life. Take a stroll tonight to admire the lit-up Palamidi, a fortress nestled on the crest of a 709-foot-high hill built by the Venetians. Relax and kick back. B | L

October 1, 2025 - Wednesday

Epidaurus - Nafplion

After a hearty breakfast, we are off to yet another extraordinary place. Our first stop is at a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site, the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, a 2,300-yearold stage with legendary acoustics from ancient times. This place will make a special impression as it hosts the roots of all medicine and the cult of the God of Medicine, Asclepius. If you recall, the snake wrapped around the physician staff is today’s symbol of the medical profession. It all began in Ancient Epidaurus. Lunch is special and served in the shade of hundred-year-old olive trees. Enjoy the best local cuisine while learning about the “golden liquid” and the importance of olive oil. Tonight, we will taste ouzo, a dry anise-flavored aperitif enjoyed all over Greece. Some consider it the national drink. B | L | T

October 2, 2025 - Thursday

Naxos

We will enjoy a laidback morning prior to driving to Piraeus, the port of Athens, for our afternoon ferry crossing to the island of Naxos. The namesake capital (also called Hora) is a port town filled with whitewashed, cube-shaped houses and medieval Venetian mansions. The island offers everything from delicious food, local liquors, beautiful white marble, incredible Cycladic scenery, local crafts, and some of the best beaches in Greece. We will experience it all! Our three-night

stay in Naxos will be something you will never forget! B | L

October 3, 2025 - Friday

Taste of Naxos Tour

October 4, 2025 - Saturday

Naxos Island Tour

Breakfast at our own pace before we board our motorcoach for an island tour. Experience local villages and beautiful scenery. We will also learn the techniques of the local ceramics as we will visit a workshop to be introduced to the history of local art and the different types of clay. We will enjoy lunch at our tour guide’s favorite tavern. It doesn’t get much better than this. B | L

October 5, 2025 - Sunday

Santorini - Oia Sunset

October 6, 2025 - Monday

Santorini - Food & Wine - Cooking Class

October 7, 2025 - Tuesday

Santorini - Athens

October 8, 2025 - Wednesday

Traveling Home

B = Breakfast

L = Lunch

T = Tasting

D = Dinner

C = Cooking Class

Portara (Gate of Naxos)

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room:

$5,295 Per person in a single room: $6,395

A limited number of single rooms are available. Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

We offer a “Pair & Share” service for solo travelers. Let us help you find your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. The deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on May 28, 2025, and can be paid by cash or check. Credit card payments (any payment made after the deposit) will access a 3.5% processing fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 22 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded.

Included

• 12 nights accommodation at local 4-star hotels

• 12 x breakfast

• 8 x lunch, including 1 x hands-on cooking

• 3 x dinner

• All tastings (olive oil, wine, honey, cheeses, and more) as per itinerary

• Private motor coach transportation as per itinerary

• Sightseeing program as per itinerary

• All admissions as per itinerary

• Professional English-speaking tour guide during the entire program in Greece

• Ferry tickets Athens-Naxos & Naxos-Santorini (economy class)

• One-way domestic air, Santorini-Athens, economy class, including taxes, fees, and one checked bag up to 50 lbs

• Porterage at hotels (one bag per person)

• All local taxes and fees as of October 13, 2024

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, September 25 - October 8, 2025

To register contact:

1212 O Street • Lincoln, NE 68508 Phone: 888.549.1186 GroupDepartment@executivetravel.com www.executivetravel.com ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: https://womenofthemidwest.com/journeys/

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3+ 4

Level 3+: This tour involves a considerable amount of walking (up to five miles over the course of a day), stairs, longer periods of standing, outdoor activities, and some steep areas within the places visited. This trip is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties. Porterage is not included during ferry crossings (AthensNaxos, Naxos-Santorini).

Group airfare: Click here to view airfare details.

Travel Insurance:

1299 Zurich Way, Schaumburg, IL 60196.

Accommodation (final accommodations 90 days prior to dep.): Athens - Electra Palace & Sofitel Athens airport (last night) Ancient Olympia - Hotel Olympion Asty or similar Sparti - Hotel Menelaion or similar Nafplion - Hotel Agamemnon or similar Naxos - Naxos Resort or similar Santorini - Hotel El Greco or similar

Not Included:

• Airfare

• Additional baggage fees (first checked bag is FREE, up to 50 lbs)

• Travel insurance

• Gratuities for local tour manager and driver (estimate $15 in total per day)

• Personal expenses

• Meals other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at the time of registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

WOMEN OF THE MIDWEST Travel

is limited.

NEW ENGLAND FALL SPECTACULAR

Boston, Cape Cod, and the Islands

with Women of the Midwest

September 27 - October 3, 2025

Dear Women of the Midwest,

Together we will enjoy all the cuisines of the area, and there will be time to explore the quaint shops and landscapes all over this area.

Sincerely,

Rhonda Wagner

Ambassador Women of the

Midwest

September 27, 2025 - Saturday

Boston

September 28, 2025 - Sunday

Boston - Plymouth - Cape Cod

September 29, 2025 - Monday

Martha’s Vineyard

September 30, 2025 - Tuesday

Cape Cod National Seashore - ProvincetownCranberries

We take the time to enjoy our breakfast before heading

Crab and Lobster Pots

October 1, 2025 - Wednesday

Newport, Rhode Island

October 2, 2025 - Thursday

Nantucket Island

October 3, 2025 - Friday

Return home

After breakfast, it’s time to leave our hotel on Cape Cod and head to Boston for our flight back home.

Our memories of the beautiful New England Fall Celebration journey to Boston, Cape Cod, and surrounding areas will enrich our homegoing as we return home to share our adventures. B

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room: $4,495 Per person in a single room: $5,395

Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 22 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• Roundtrip airfare Omaha-Boston-Omaha*, economy class

• 6 overnights at local 3+ star hotels

• 6 x breakfast

• 3 x dinner

• All tours and admissions as per the tour program

• Transportation with private deluxe motor coach

• Ferry tickets, economy class passage, as per the tour program

• Baggage handling at hotels (1 piece per person)

• Tour host / Women of the Midwest Ambassador

• Professional local tour director from arrival to Boston on September 27 until departure from Boston on October 3, 2025

• All local taxes and fees

*Direct flights not guaranteed. We are happy to assist with airfare from a different airport than Omaha.

1212 O Street • Lincoln, NE 68508

Phone: 888.549.1186 (ask for Group Department) GroupDepartment@executivetravel.com www.executivetravel.com

SECURE ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: Via our website www.WomenoftheMidwest.com/journeys

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2+ 3 4

Group airfare schedule: Click here to view airfare details.

Travel Insurance:

Accommodation (final accommodations 90 days prior): Boston - Hyatt Place Boston, Braintree, or Le Meridian, Cambridge, or similar

Cape Cod - Doubletree Cape Cod, or Holiday Inn Cape Cod, or similar

Not Included:

• Airline baggage fees (estimate $40 for the first checked bag)

• Gratuities for local tour director and motor coach driver (estimate $15 per day in total)

• Personal expenses

• Meals other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Professional fees, $75.00 per person due at time of reservation

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

PRETTY PORTUGAL

Porto - Coimbra - Obidos - Lisbon with Women of the Midwest!

September 30 - October 11, 2025

Dear Women of the Midwest,

We are off to Portugal! Blessed with more than 500 miles of golden sandy beaches, vast cork forests, fairytale cobbled stoned villages, mild weather and holy miracles, soulful music, captivating cities, and warm-hearted people ...this country is just as sweet and fortified as its wine.

Portugal is a land with contrasting landscapes and home to some of Europe’s most opulent architecture. Once the doorstep to the Iberian Peninsula, the Celts, the Romans, the Visigoths, the Moors, and the Christians all left their mark for future generations to see. As we travel from Porto to Lisbon, we will experience many of these marks. And, as always, our journey includes the country’s signature delights: a Francesinha sandwich class in Porto, a visit to a Port wine cellar, a day on the Douro River to enjoy the finest wine, Ginjinha (cherry liqueur) tasting, Aveiro salt, and local creamy and crunchy pastries.

We will have fun with a filigree workshop session and visit a very special bobbin lace school to learn about a tradition that started prior to the 18th century. Make sure to leave room in your suitcase for your favorite azulejos tiles; these are just some of the beautiful souvenirs you would want to bring back home.

Lisbon is where we end our journey. A coastal seaport clamoring up steep hillsides with a scenic vista at every angle and known for its colorful cityscape. It is the second-oldest capital city on the continent (after Athens) and also where Europe begins. There are bright yellow vintage trams, Gothic cathedrals, faded pastel buildings, medieval village-like neighborhoods, and majestic monasteries. Lisbon is lively and serene yet with an echo of the melancholic, soulful Fado music never far away.

Whether you are a history buff, culture fan, food and wine lover, or simply seeking awe-inspiring natural beauty, Portugal will show you how to live life to its fullest!

Come, join me, solo or two-by-two - enjoy with girlfriends, or make new friends - even share a room with a new friend - we will introduce you ahead of time!

Sincerely,

Jennifer King Ambassador, Women of the Midwest

September 30, 2025 - Tuesday

Traveling to Portugal

Our wonderful adventure begins as we take an overnight flight to Porto. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you start your dream vacation.

October 1, 2025 - Wednesday

Porto

Welcome to Porto! Upon arrival, we meet our private tour guide and take a short drive to the city’s center. We will enjoy a panoramic orientation tour of a town so pretty that it is almost unreal. The secondlargest city in Portugal will welcome you with its picturesque charm of winding streets, steep staircases, azulejo-tiled buildings, and beautiful bridges. Lunch is served in our favorite local restaurant. Take a stroll along the Douro River this afternoon to prepare for a good night’s rest at our beautiful hotel, located right on the river. Dinner at the hotel before we take a good night’s rest. B (during flight) | L | D

October 2, 2025 - Thursday

Porto

After a rich breakfast, we head out to explore beautiful, mysterious, and captivating Porto. We will figure out what makes Porto such a remarkable and special city. One (of many!) neighborhoods you will fall in love with is the Ribeira World Heritage Historical Center, located on the south hillside of Porto. In 1809, when Napoleon’s troops invaded Porto, they marched to Ribeira in order to close the southern access to the city. The population panicked and ran to the old floating bridge; actually, just a set of small skiffs lashed at each other. It did not hold the weight and fell in parts, causing many casualties. At the Alminhas monument, the locals still place candles in memory of those who lost their lives. We will experience the Luis I Bridge, a double-deck metal arch bridge that spans the Douro River. The São Francisco church is known for its lavish Baroque interior with ornate and glorious

leaf carvings. This is one of the city’s most beautiful churches. Next door is the Palacio da Bolsa (the Stock Exchange Palace), a historic building, once part of the St. Francis Convent, founded in the 13th century. We will also visit Casa do Infante, the ancient customs house and the old residence of the Kings of Portugal’s senior officials. All goods that entered the Douro River, especially those from Venice and Northern Europe, were stored here. On the northern side of the Douro River is the City of Ribeira, and on the southern side is the Vila Nova de Gaia, where we will find the world-famous port houses and make a stop to sip and delight in the world’s most famous fortified wine. Then, a hearty lunch awaits! Together with our chef, we will create a true Porto specialty: the Francesinha sandwich. We will enjoy the result with a chilled beverage, dessert, and coffee. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

B | T | L

October 3, 2025 - Friday

Guimarães

After an enjoyable breakfast, our first experience today is a filigree workshop. The production started in the 8th century with the arrival of Arab migrants, who brought this special technique and beautiful patterns. With time, the peninsula began to produce different filigree patterns and, while in Spain, the filigree jewelry-making tradition became less relevant, in Portugal, it was developed and perfected. You will learn the techniques and, at the end of the workshop, create your own little filigree gem. Free time for lunch before we take a short one-hour drive to the city of Guimarães, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, considered the cradle and birthplace of the Portuguese nation. Guimarães is known for its well-preserved medieval buildings and the 10th-century Guimarães Castle with sweeping city views. We will stroll this enchanting town to see the numerous historical sites, including the convent of Santa Clara, which today functions as the town hall. Pottery is one of the most interesting arts in the city’s long tradition of purely rustic craft

and has existed since the 13th century. Also, what most people don’t know, is that the Guimarães region is considered one of the most luxurious manufactureres of linens. We return to Porto in the afternoon to enjoy dinner and an evening at leisure. B | D

October 4, 2025 - Saturday

Douro River Cruise

We enjoy breakfast and head for a relaxing day on the Douro River. Discover the Port wine region and the beautiful and graceful sceneries. The Douro, known as the first wine region to be demarcated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, is a region where time stands still and where nature predominates in its pure state. We will cross the two dams of Douro, Crestuma-Lever and Carrapatelo, and for those who have never experienced it, this is undoubtedly exciting times. A relaxed lunch is served on board. Once we disembark, our motorcoach will take us to a local winery for some great tastings. We return to Porto in the late afternoon to enjoy a relaxed evening at leisure. B | L

October 5, 2025 - Sunday Aveiro, Coimbra

Our journey continues southbound. We drive to Aveiro, also nicknamed “Portuguese Venice,” distinguished by its network of canals with colorful boats, the “moliceiros,” set along the Ria de Aveiro lagoon. We will embark on our private “moliceiro” to explore the canals and see the picturesque fishermen’s houses. Aveiro is also strong in salt, and we will learn about the salt harvesting traditions and the region’s strong connection to the sea. An educational tour through Aveiro’s salt ponds will provide you with the history, traditions, and secrets behind this ancient activity. Free time for lunch before we drive to Coimbra. Prior to arriving at our unique accommodation, we will take a tour of Coimbra and its university, the oldest in Portugal and one of the oldest in the world, built on the grounds of a former palace famed for its baroque library and its 18th-century bell tower. Coimbra is the former

capital and home to a preserved medieval old-town that, to our benefit, isn’t overrun by tourists. Dinner is served at the hotel tonight.

B | D

October 6, 2025 - Monday Fátima, Tomar, Nazaré, Alcobaça, Óbidos After a delicious breakfast, we continue our exciting journey. First stop: Fátima, a central Portuguese town home to the Sanctuary of Fátima, a Catholic pilgrimage site. The Capelinha das Aparições marks the spot where the Virgin Mary allegedly appeared in 1917. We will also visit the Basílica de Nossa Senhora do Rosário with its golden angels. From Fátima, we continue a short half-hour drive to Tomar. A sleepy town at first glance, but don’t let that fool you; Tomar is incredibly pretty. We will stop in the middle of the town square to snap pictures of every corner, including the beautifully tiled pavement. Next, we take a short walk uphill to the Tomar Castle and Convent of Christ, the area’s shining jewels. Do you remember the religious, military order mentioned in the Da Vinci Code? Dan Brown fans and history buffs interested in the Knights Templar can add to their fun by searching for Templar secrets when visiting Tomar. It’s time for a seaside break! We drive to Nazaré for a leisurely late lunch and - if you like - dip your toes in the Atlantic Ocean. On our way to Óbidos, we will stop to admire the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Alcobaça Monastery. We will spend the night on the outskirts of the medieval town of Óbidos. Cobbled streets, steep staircases winding up to the ramparts from where you can gaze across a countryside of windmills and vineyards, and white-washed houses draped in bougainvillea. A yummy Ginjinha (cherry liqueur) tasting will make sure we sleep tight. B | T | D

October 7, 2025 - Tuesday Peniche, Sintra, Lisbon Today’s route leads to our final destination, Lisbon, where we will spend our last four

days. On the way, we will stop at one of Portugal’s largest traditional fishing ports, Peniche. In addition to fishing, Peniche is known for the art of bobbin lacework, performed by women while men are at sea. A visit to a bobbin lace school is one of the highlights of this trip. A pair of hands dexterously passes back and forth, crisscrossing cotton bobbins so quickly that it is hard for an onlooker to discern what is going on. As the process continues, a beautiful piece of delicate white lace starts to appear. Watch the nimble (and chatty) ladies in action as they organize the “chaos” of their bobbins to produce exquisite lace. The handcraft of bobbin lacemaking was once a common sight in Portugal, and though rarer now, it remains of the country’s finest traditions. Next stop is in Sintra, one of the world’s most alluring towns. Enchanting palaces, historical fortifications, and enigmatic pathways occupy the hilltop and slope of this town. We will visit the National Palace, which, for more than 1,000 years, has presided over the town center. Notable for its white facade, conical chimneys, and intricately tiled chapel, this house-museum is one of Portugal’s bestpreserved medieval royal residences. Free time for lunch before we arrive in Lisbon, a city with a history spanning 2,000 years. Check in to our centrally located hotel and enjoy the rest of the day in the Portuguese capital at your own pace. We will meet up for dinner! B | D

October 8, 2025 - Wednesday

Lisbon

After a relaxed breakfast, we are off on a fullday tour to explore the sights and sounds of Lisbon. We will visit famous landmarks such as Rossio Square, the Baixa quarter’s main squares, the grand Avenida da Liberdade, and Pombal Square, and stop for pictures of Belem Tower and the Monument of the Discoverers. Also, visit Jeronimos Monastery with the tomb of Vasco da Gama. Last, but not least, we will visit one of our favorite museums, the Tile (Azulejos) Museum. We will enjoy the museum’s expansive collection.

The building is housed in a former convent. Delicious, creamy, cinnamon-dusted egg tart pastry “pastel de belém” is enjoyed along the tour, and time for a leisurely lunch is built into today’s program. Dinner at the hotel before we call it a day. B | T | D

October 9, 2025 - Thursday

Lisbon

Enjoy breakfast at your own pace before we meet to take a fun tuk-tuk ride through one of the historic neighborhoods of Lisbon. While the tuk-tuk is not a traditional means of transport in Lisbon, or Portugal for that matter, it is a very efficient vehicle for getting around the steep and narrow streets. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Stroll the cobblestone alleys, visit some of Lisbon’s new “niche museums,” explore the fashionable Bairro Alto and Chiado districts, or simply “shop untill you drop.” B | T

October 10, 2025 - Friday

Lisbon

Today is yours to enjoy and explore Lisbon. A traditional Fado show accompanies our farewell dinner. Fado is the musical expression of the Portuguese people, a melancholy set to a melody. The first fado singers, or “fadistas,” were often the wives of fishermen who may or may not return from sea. We couldn’t think of a more beautiful way to end our tour! B | D

October 11, 2025 - Saturday

Traveling home

All too soon, your vacation has ended. Transfer to Lisbon airport in plenty of time to check in for our flight and to clear security. Enjoy some last-minute shopping at the dutyfree stores before boarding and flying west across The Atlantic Ocean back to the United States. B | Meals during flights

Itinerary subject to change

B = Breakfast T = Tasting L = Lunch D = Dinner

Traditional Bobbin Lace

Lisbon Tram Pastel de Belem

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room:

$4,395

Per person in a single room: $5,695 Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on June 2, 2025, and is nonrefundable. The balance can be paid in cash or by check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

Included:

• 10 nights during the tour in Portugal at local 4- and 5-star hotels

• 10 x breakfast

• 10 meals (lunch or dinner) as per the tour program, including a farewell dinner with a Fado show

• Local tastings as per tour program

• Bottled water and local wine are included during lunches and dinners

• All transportation as per the tour program

• Admissions to all sites mentioned in the tour program

• Full-time English-speaking professional tour director

• Baggage handling at hotels (one piece per person)

• Headphones, where required

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, September 30October 11, 2025

• Detailed travel documents, handed out three weeks prior to departure (hard-copy and electronic)

• All local taxes and fees as of August 30, 2024

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3+ 4

Travel Insurance:

Group airfare: Click here to view airfare details.

Accommodation (final accommodation 90 days prior): Porto: Palacio de Freixo or similar Coimbra region: Curia Palace Hotel or similar Obidos: Villa d’Obidos or similar Lisbon: Figuera Beautique Hotel or similar

Not Included:

• Airfare

• Airline baggage fees for your second checked bag. Your first checked piece up to 50 lbs is free

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Meals and beverages other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned

• Gratuities to guide and driver (estimate $15 p/day total)

• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at the time of registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Dear Women of the Midwest,

Join me on a magical journey to a mystical island, Iceland!

ICELAND

Land of Ice & Fire! with Women of the Midwest!

October 4-11, 2025

What an adventure, what an awe-inspiring destination! Follow your instinct and join me, solo or two-by-two. Let’s explore this gorgeous island.

Sincerely yours,

Lora Black, Ambassador Women of the Midwest

October 4, 2025 - Saturday Traveling to Iceland

Iceland is a place you must see to believe! Our adventure begins with an overnight flight to Reykjavik. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you travel to this very special destination.

October 5, 2025 - Sunday Reykjavik

October 6, 2025 - Monday

Into the Glacier

After a hearty breakfast, we are off to a

October

7, 2025 - Tuesday

Golden Circle

B | L | T | D

October 8, 2025 - Wednesday

Southern Tour

After enjoying breakfast, we will tour the

B | L | D

October 9, 2025 - Thursday Lava Tunnel, Blue Lagoon

B | L | D

October 10, 2025 - Friday

Reykjavik - Viking Feast

A day at leisure to explore more of Reykjavik and everything this city has to offer. Don’t miss the local hotdog stands and the delicious bakeries; the cinnamon rolls are the best in the world!

A special Viking Feast farewell dinner, including special Icelandic shots,

will be enjoyed! A good night’s rest awaits!

B | D

October 11, 2025 - Saturday

Perlan - Return Home

Itinerary is subject to change.

Sunrise in October: 7:30 AM Sunset in October: 6:30 PM

Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on June 6, 2025, and is non-refundable. The balance can be paid in cash or by check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 22 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• 6 nights accommodation

• 6 x full breakfast

• 5 lunches

• 4 dinners

• Greenhouse visit and tasting

• Rye bread baking and tasting

• All transportation as per tour program with private deluxe motorcoach

• Porterage at hotels (1 suitcase per person)

• Professional English-speaking tour guide during all days in Iceland

• Entrance fee to all mentioned sites

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, October 4-11, 2025

• All local taxes as per October 2024

To register contact:

GroupDepartment@executivetravel.com www.executivetravel.com

ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: Via our website www.WomenoftheMidwest.com/journeys

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3 4

Travel Insurance:

Group airfare: Click here to view airfare details.

Accommodations:

• Centerhotel Midgardur, Reykjavik, or similar.

• Grimsborgir, Golden Circle, or similar.

Final accommodations will be confirmed 90 days prior to departure. 1212 O Street • Lincoln, NE 68508 Phone: 888-549-1186

Excluded:

• Airfare and additional baggage fees, estimate $1,300 per person, including taxes and fees

• Travel insurance

• Professional fees, $75 per person due at the time of registration

• Gratuities (estimate a total of $15 per person, per day)

• Personal expenses

• Meals other than mentioned in the tour program

• Entrance fees to monuments and/or museums other than mentioned

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Dear Women of the Midwest,

Eat - Live - Love

Rome - Apulia - Amalfi Coast with Women of the Midwest

October 12-24, 2025

If you are looking for a destination and time to just enjoy life, then this trip to Rome, Apulia, the Amalfi Coast, and Pompeii is for you!

Embark on a journey to experience the colors, sights, and smells of all that Italy has to offer We begin in Rome, an ancient history, art, and culture metropolis. The capital of the once great Roman Empire and Christianity, a city of wonder and passion, yesterday and today, all in a remarkable mixture and imperial setting.

Next is Apulia (or Puglia, as the local says), the sun-soaked heel of the Italian boot – brimming with silvery-green olive groves, whitewashed cities, and sapphire seas. Here, a calmer way of life still thrives. We will visit the countryside “massarias” (farmhouses), learn all about world-class olive oil, slumber in an elegant trullo, and nibble fresh focaccia in Lecce’s Baroque squares. Matera is a story by itself and one of the world’s oldest, still inhabited cities. A magical place, a complex of cave dwellings carved into the mountainside. Just wait and see!

Finally, we will bask in the delights of the Amalfi Coast. Be amazed by terraced cliffs plunging into a sparkling deep blue sea, colored bougainvillea draped over sherbet-colored villages, and small pebble beaches tucked into secluded coves. The scent of citrus and lemon orchards permeates the salty air, creating a plethora of memories. A visit to the city of Pompeii is included. In the shadow of Mt. Vesuvius, this place is where life abruptly ended 2,200 years ago; we will explore the remnants of this ancient civilization.

If warm welcomes, great food, good local wine, and the Old-World appeal that Italy is so famous for intrigues you, then join me! Let’s “Eat, Live, Love” our way through Italy. Saluti,

Anne Moore, Women of the Midwest Ambassador

October 12, 2025 - Sunday

Traveling to Rome, Italy

Our charming Italian culinary adventure begins as we take an overnight flight to Rome. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you embark on a trip of a lifetime.

October 13, 2025 - Monday

Welcome to Rome! Upon arrival, we meet our private tour guide and take a short drive to the center of Rome for a delightful welcome lunch at a local trattoria with dishes of Roman culinary traditions. We will check in to our centrally located hotel in the early afternoon. The remainder of the day is yours to relax and unwind. B (during flight) | L

October 14, 2025 - Tuesday

Rome

After a delicious breakfast, we are ready to step back in time and visit “Ancient Rome,” including the Roman Forum and the Colosseum. Its real name was the Flavian Amphitheatre, after the emperors who built it in the first century AD. “Colosseum” refers to the “colossal” statue of Nero that stood at the entrance at one time. The afternoon is free for shopping, “peoplewatching,” and enjoying life. B

October 15, 2025 - Wednesday

The Vatican City

After a delightful breakfast, we are off to another country! Ten minutes drive from our hotel, and we are in Vatican City! We will tour the Vatican Museums, a treasure trove of ancient Greek sculptures, medieval tapestries, and Renaissance paintings. Our visit culminates at the Sistine Chapel, where the Pope is elected. Next, we visit St. Peter’s Basilica*, by far the largest church in Christendom. We will see Michelangelo’s Pieta, sculpted when he was just twenty-four, and Bernini’s seven-

story bronze canopy about the main altar. Free time for lunch before we continue with a walking tour of the center of Rome to enjoy a classic movie-lovers experience through the movie settings in Rome. This is a unique chance to experience Federico Fellini’s classic “La Dolce Vita” (The Sweet Life) and take in the atmosphere of the famous movie “Eat, Pray, Love.” See the top sites in Rome, including restaurants, fountains, piazza (squares), and neighborhoods featured in the books and movies. Our last night in Rome will be celebrated with an amazing dinner at a special restaurant ...for movie lovers only! B | D *The visit to St. Peter’s Basilica is subject to availability based on any events planned by the Pope

October 16, 2025 - Thursday

Lecce

After breakfast, we will depart for the Apulia region and the town of Lecce. Lecce is the “City of Baroque” famous for its monuments and buildings. It is considered one of the most beautiful cities in Italy; you will soon understand why! It is a relatively small city but has a lot to offer. Surrounded by luscious nature and inspiring history, stirring unexpected delights and delicate Apulian cuisine. Upon arrival, we will freshen up, unpack, and meet for a short orientation tour on foot. Our welcome-to-Lecce dinner is served at a local restaurant and includes traditional dishes of the region. B | L (road-stop) | D

October 17, 2025 - Friday

Squinzano – Hands-on Cooking Breakfast is enjoyed, and we are ready to take in Lecce, also known as the “Florence of the South.” You will fall in love with its indescribable Baroque style with cloisters, palaces, the beauty of Santa Croce Basilica, Piazza Duomo ...an unexpected world of treasures is right in front of us, most of

it built in the famous Lecce stone, a local limestone used as a structural and also as a decorative material. The city dates back to Roman times. In Lecce, you will discover an infinite mix of people. The sea surrounds the region, and everyone would land here. You will see people who are blond with blue eyes and darker-skinned people with frizzled hair, but all with the same calm, peaceful, and tranquil attitude ...that’s what Lecce does to you. Today, we will take a culinary tour of Apulia, starting with a walk to the local food market. This market is for food lovers, rich in all the local produce. We continue to our hands-on cooking venue in the nearby Squinzano, the area with the best olive oil and wine in this region. Off the tourist tracks and with our local experts, we will learn about authentic Italian cuisine. Our dishes are simple, tasty, and healthy. Recipes never written down but handed down from mother to daughter; this is what it is all about. We return to Lecce in the afternoon for a relaxing evening. B | C

October 18, 2025 - Saturday

Castellana Grotte – Alberobello - Ostuni After breakfast, we will explore more of the surrounding area. Our first stop will be in Grotte di Castellana, a small town home to a series of caverns carved out over the centuries by water streaming through the rocky soil (expect a 2.5-mile walk). Alberobello is up next (AlberoBello means the “Beautiful Tree”). This is a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its trulli (“hat”) houses (around 1,500 of them). A trullo is a unique dry-stone hat with a conical roof built without mortar. They have survived quite intact and function even in the modern world. We will discover the history, architecture, mystery, and symbolism of their finials and enjoy the fairy tale atmosphere of this amazing hamlet. Lunch is served at

a Massaria (manor farm), including the area’s orecchiette (“little ears”) pasta, a traditional homemade pasta. Our last stop is Ostuni, known as the White City and one of the most picturesque towns in Southern Italy. Clinging onto three hills, the old center is a spiral of whitewashed houses and cobbled streets with dramatic views of a sea of olive trees and, further away, the Mediterranean. We are back in Lecce for a relaxed evening. What’s not to love? B | L

October 19, 2025 - Sunday Olive Oil tasting class – Lecce

This morning, we will take a half-day tour of a traditional olive oil farm. We will learn about high-quality extra virgin olive oil, the importance of cold-press, how to buy and store it, how to read the label, the health benefits of EVOO, and how to use olive oil in our food. In the afternoon, we will take a guided walking tour of the center of Lecce. We will visit the Basilica Santa Croce, the site of the most important Roman ruins - a 25,000-seat Amphitheater from the 1st century BC - and a column marking the end of the Appian Way. During our walk, we will also be introduced to an exceptional local craft: the art of papermâché. We will visit one of the oldest workshops in Lecce; this is one of the highlights of our journey. The paper-mâché phenomenon is unique to Apulia and dates back to the 17th and 18th centuries when the development of arts was linked to the increasing number of churches and monuments. As a “Grand Finale” of our stay in Lecce, take a “passeggiata,” the nightly stroll most Italians take. Everyone is coming out, young and old. Enjoy the best people-watching. B | T | L

October 20, 2025 - Monday

Matera

After a hearty breakfast, we will pack our luggage, check out from our hotel, and

board our private motor coach to enjoy a guided tour of Matera. Matera has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993. It is the “City of the Caverns,” a village of houses carved in the rock with exciting sea views and vegetation rich in “fichi d’india” (prickly pears, the flower of the cactus often used for jam), imposing agaves, and capers. Matera continues to be the destination of great actors and film directors. Mel Gibson said: “In fact, the first time I saw this place, I just went crazy because it was so perfect.” We will check in to our hotel in the Matera area tonight, where dinner is enjoyed. B | D

October 21, 2025 - Tuesday

Sorrento

Breakfast is served, and we are off to the Amalfi Coast. Kick back and take in the beautiful landscape of Basilicata and Campania before we reach Sorrento, a small resort town overlooking the Bay of Naples and the beautiful Mediterranean Sea. For over 2,000 years, visitors from across the globe have been attracted to Sorrento by its breathtaking sunsets and the fragrances of the lemon trees. We will unpack our bags and enjoy three nights in this beautiful place. In the afternoon, we will take an orientation walking tour of Sorrento. Included is a visit to a limoncello factory. Smell, taste, and dream with our tasting class …limoncello liquor, watermelon cream, lemon confetti, and hand-made cookies. Dinner is served at our hotel, Buon Appetito! B | T | D

October 22, 2025 - Wednesday

Amalfi Coast

Breakfast at a relaxed pace before we are off to the Amalfi Coast. The Amalfi drive is said to be the most spectacular road in Europe. The winding cliff-top road offers breathtaking panoramic views at every bend. We stop just above Positano,

another jewel of this coastline, boasting picturesque pink and white villas perched dramatically on the steep bill side. Then on to Amalfi, which gives its name to the entire coast on which it lies. The unmistakable cluster of tightly packed white houses rising up the hillside is dominated by the beautiful Cathedral, which stands on the top of a great flight of steps leading up from the main square. Housed in the magnificent Cathedral are the remains of the Patron Saint of Amalfi and Scotland - Saint Andrew. Lastly, Ravello, which nestles eleven hundred feet above the. We visit Villa Rufolo, which inspired the musician Richard Wagner to create one of his most famous operas, the Parsifal. This evening is ours to enjoy as we please! B

October 23, 2025 - Thursday

Pompeii

After breakfast, we will take a short drive to Pompeii, an ancient community buried in volcanic ash and mud. Brought to an abrupt halt 2,200 years ago when the volcano erupted, daily life stopped in the middle of everyday activities. Following the city’s ancient roads, we will explore the well-preserved ruins of homes, stores, temples, and public spaces, visually narrating what Roman life was like in this 1st-century city. We are close to Naples, the “home of Pizza,” so guess what’s up for lunch! The afternoon is at leisure; time for shopping, ladies! Our farewell dinner is served at a local, fun restaurant. B | L | D

October 24, 2025 - Friday

Traveling Home

All too soon, your vacation has ended. Transfer to Naples airport in plenty of time to check in for our flight and clear security. Arriverderci Italy; see you soon again! B The itinerary is subject to change.

B = Breakfast, C = Cooking Class L = Lunch, T = Tasting, D = Dinner

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room: $4,995

Per person in a single room: $6,195

Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on June 16, 2025, and is non-refundable. The balance can be paid by cash or check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 22 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• 11 nights during the tour in Italy at local 4-star hotels

• 11 x breakfast

• 5 x lunch including a glass of wine and water

• 5 x dinner including a glass of wine and water

• Tastings of local products as per itinerary

• Cooking class and food tour as per itinerary

• All transfers and motor coach services as per itinerary

• Porterage at hotels (one bag per person)

• Admissions to sites mentioned in the itinerary

• English-speaking professional tour director in Italy

• Step-on guides where required (in all local cities)

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, October 12-24, 2025

• Detailed travel documents, handed out three weeks prior to departure (hard-copy and electronic)

• All local taxes and fees as of March 6, 2024

ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: Via our website www.WomenoftheMidwest.com/journeys

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3+ 4

This tour involves a considerable amount of walking, some stairs, longer periods of standing, outdoor activities, and steep areas within the places visited. We walk between 3 and 5 miles over the course of a day. Add to this the walking you do outside the group activities. This trip is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties.

Group airfare: Click here to view airfare details.

Travel Insurance:

Travelex Insurance Services, Inc. CA Agency License #0D10209. Insurance coverages underwritten by

Hotel Accommodations (announced 30 days prior to dep.): Rome - Hotel Orazio Palace, Dei Mellini, or similar Lecce - Hotel President or similar Matera - Hotel Nazionale or similar Sorrento - Hotel Vesuvio or similar

Not Included:

• Airfare

• Airline baggage fees for your second checked bag (the first checked piece up to 50 lbs is free)

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Meals & beverages other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Gratuities (estimate $15 per day in total)

• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at the time of registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Space is limited.

Dear Women of the Midwest,

COSTA RICA Pure Life!

with Women of the Midwest!

October 29 - November 6, 2025

We are thrilled to have you join us for what promises to be an unforgettable journey through one of the world’s most beautiful destinations. Costa Rica is renowned for its lush rainforests, stunning beaches, and incredible biodiversity, and we’re delighted to explore it all with you.

Prepare to immerse yourselves in the vibrant culture and breathtaking landscapes of this enchanting country. From looking for parrots in the 100 foot canopy to seeing butterflies that defy reality, each day is designed to be an exhilarating experience. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a thrill-seeker, or simply looking for relaxation, Costa Rica offers something special for everyone.

Our itinerary includes visits to breathtaking national parks, opportunities to encounter exotic wildlife, and time to get out on the water on small open boats. We encourage you to embrace the spirit of adventure, connect with fellow travelers, and savor every moment of this journey. Remember, Costa Rica’s motto is “Pura Vida,” which translates to “pure life” — a reminder to enjoy the simple, beautiful moments of life.

As we embark on this journey together, remember that your comfort and enjoyment are our top priorities. Here’s to a wonderful trip filled with laughter, discovery, and cherished memories. Let the adventure begin!

Warmest Regards,

CarolAnn Condon Women of the Midwest Ambassador

October 29, 2025 - Wednesday

Arrive in San Jose

Let the adventure begin as we arrive in San Jose and meet our Professional Naturalist Tour Director and transfer to your hotel. San José, the bustling capital of Costa Rica, serves as the vibrant heart of the country, where a blend of rich cultural heritage, dynamic arts, and modern amenities come together amid the scenic backdrop of the Central Valley. On the 4th voyage of Christopher Columbus in 1502, the explorer

and his crew discovered the Caribbean side of a beautiful territory he called, “Costa Rica” or “Rich Coast” where we will venture tomorrow. Costa Rica is Central America’s greatest hidden gem, a haven for eco-tourism featuring lush forests, magnificent waterfalls, rumbling volcanoes and diverse ecosystems. We will transfer to our hotel for an overnight stay in lovely San Jose.

October 31, 2025 - Friday

Happy Halloween!

October 30, 2025 - Thursday

Tour our way to Tortuguero

After breakfast, journey east to the Caribbeanshore and Tortuguero National Park. On the way, stop and enjoy a coffee plantation for a visit and tour. Next, pass by several banana plantations and see one of Costa Rica’s main exports being harvested. Later, board a motor launch for your cruise along the Tortuguero Canals, waterways crisscrossing a national park dedicated to the protection of endangered turtles. The trained eyes of your guide and boatman help you spot freshwater turtles, caimans, herons, toucans, egrets, and monkeys. An afternoon at leisure lets you explore your jungle lodge until you meet for an informative slideshow presentation on the area. At your lodge, enjoy an included lunch and check-in for a two night stay.

This morning enjoy a guided walking tour through the local trails with some free time before lunch. In the afternoon, visit Tortuguero National Park and experience the “Amazon of Costa Rica” aboard small open boats with an opportunity to see macaws, sloths, monkeys and other native species. While on this spectacular boat cruise through the various canals be sure to keep an eye out for wildlife including howler monkeys, sloths, toucans, aquatic birds, crocodiles, caimans and exotic flora. It protects over 350 species of birds and mammals as well. Free time before dinner. B | L | D

November 1, 2025 - Saturday

Sarapiqui & Pineapple Farm Tour

A morning boat transfer begins your journey to the Sarapiqui area which is known for ornamental plants, banana, and pineapple plantations. Tour a pineapple farm owned by a local family, and learn about the history, cultivation, and industry of pineapples and other indigenous crops. Continue to your hotel in the lush town of Arenal, located in the shadow of Arenal Volcano. After settling in, enjoy some free time before dinner.

spectacular ecosystem, where you’re sure to encounter many incredible species of flora and fauna. B | D

Each year in Costa Rica on November

2nd is a time to remember and celebrate deceased loved ones. Although more exuberantly celebrated in Mexico, Costa Ricans take this opportunity to celebrate their dearly departed by visiting cemeteries and grave sites, laying flowers and candles, and holding Catholic masses.

November 2, 2025 - Sunday

Today, explore a family-owned farm, getting a peek into the daily lives of the locals. During a tour of the gardens, learn how the plants are organically grown through the concept of sustainability. The farm considers itself a “classroom without borders.” Taste the exotic fruit harvest and experience the traditional way to process sugar cane before engaging in a culinary demonstration and a farm-to-table. B | L

November 3, 2025 - Monday

Lake Arenal & Monteverde Cloud Forest

Enjoy a delightful cruise on Lake Arenal, Costa Rica’s largest and most important lake. Then, it’s off to the secluded Monteverde Cloud Forest, a place you have to see to believe, where trees grow to heights of 100 feet. Set off on a nature walk through this

November 4, 2025 - Tuesday

Santa Elena Cloud Forest & Ecological Sanctuary

This morning, visit Santa Elena Cloud Forest for a leisurely paced “Hanging Bridges” walking tour. Over 600 species of butterflies and 400 species of birds have been recorded inside this private reserve, along with 100 reptile and 120 mammal species that hide within the dense vegetation.

Later, visit the family-owned Ecological Sanctuary, where you will explore the trails through coffee and banana plantations filled with endemic wildlife and beautiful scenery. Have your camera ready at every turn! B | D

November 5, 2025 - Wednesday

Sarchi Village & Grecia Village

Following breakfast this morning, travel to visit Sarchi Village, known as the center of Costa Rican handcrafts where you will see the artists in their workshops making the famous oxcarts. Next stop is Grecia Village to see the metal church that was imported from Belgium to Puerto Limon in 1897. The church was transported by oxcarts to

its present-day location but sat in the plaza for 10 years before being reconstructed. This evening toast to the pura Vida of Costa Rica over a farewell dinner. B | D

November 6, 2025 - Thursday Day of Travel

After a filling breakfast at our hotel we say Adios to our lovely journey, transfer to the airport in San Jose and fly home filled with wonderful memories of our Costa RicaPure Life tour and adventure. B

Feliz Dia de los Muertos! (or Happy Day of the Dead!)

Delicious Fresh Fruit

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room:

$4,295

Per person in a single room (limited singles): $5,195

Triple rooms are not available on this trip.

We offer “Pair & Share” service for solo travelers. Ask us to assist with finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. The deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on July 1, 2025, and is non-refundable. The balance can be paid by cash or check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Register at least eight (8) months prior to departure and receive a $200 DISCOUNT!

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 22 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included

• 8 Nights Hotel / Lodge Accommodations

• 8 Breakfasts

• 4 Lunches

• 6 Dinners

• Admissions & Sightseeing per Itinerary

• Professional Naturalist Tour Guide

• Private Motorcoach Transportation

• Roundtrip Hotel Transfers

• Porterage at Hotels (one bag per person)

• Departure Taxes, Fuel & Fees

Accommodation (announced 30 days in advance):

• San Jose - Wyndham Herradura Hotel or similar

• Tortuguero National Park - Evergreen Lodge or similar

• Arenal Area - Arenal Paraiso or similar

• Monteverde - Hotel El Establo or similar Hotels are subject to change.

O Street • Lincoln, NE 68508 Phone: 402-435-8888 (ask for Group Department) Fax: 402-435-2735

GroupDepartment@executivetravel.com www.executivetravel.com ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: https://womenofthemidwest.com/journeys/

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3+ 4

Level 3+: This tour involves a considerable amount of walking (sightseeing by foot), some stairs, longer periods of standing, outdoor activities, and steep areas within the places visited. We walk between 3-4 miles over the course of a day. Add to this the walking you do outside the group activities. This trip is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties.

Travel Insurance:

Group airfare: Click here to view group airfare details.

Not Included:

• Group Airfare will be available for purchase beginning midDecember 2024.

• Additional baggage fees (first checked bag $35 up to 50 lbs./ second checked bag $45 up to 50 lbs.)

• Travel insurance

• Gratuities for local tour manager and driver (estimate $12-$15 in total per day)

• Personal expenses

• Meals other than mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than mentioned

• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at the time of registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

NEW YORK CITY

with Women of the Midwest

November 19-23, 2025

Dear Women of the Midwest,

I invite you to join me on a fun-filled, custom-tailored tour to the Big Apple!

Our journey begins with a panoramic view of the city. It also includes an exceptional Broadway show of your choice, the Radio City Christmas Spectacular and a behind-the-scenes tour of Radio City Music Hall, a Staten Island Ferry cruise around the waterways surrounding lower Manhattan, a visit to Grand Central Station, the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, and plenty of time for you to explore on your own.

Eight million residents and a five-borough spread make New York one of the most kaleidoscopic cities in the world. The culinary culture is as vibrant as you would expect: a total mix of multiethnic delicacies sold by vendors on every corner, Michelin Star restaurants, diners, craft cocktail joints, and infamous dive bars. Bicycle through the city, visit the best museums in the world, or simply “shop until you drop!” - the possibilities are endless!

New York’s dynamic arts community, anchored by Broadway and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides extensive entertainment. At the same time, shopping ranges from high-end boutiques to handcrafted goods sold at neighborhood flea markets. What’s not to love?

And finally, it’s that time of the year! The store-front windows have started decorating for Christmas!

Join me, solo or two-by-two; take a bite of the Big Apple with Women of the Midwest!

Sincerely yours,

Roni Thramer Ambassador, Women of the Midwest

November

19, 2025 Wednesday

Our wonderful journey begins as we fly to the Big Apple, New York City.

Upon arrival, we will be greeted by our Women of the Midwest Ambassador, who will travel alongside us throughout the days in New York City.

We will board our private motor coach with our local tour guide for a panoramic city tour of Manhattan. We will pass by Central Park, drive down 5th Avenue, swing by Battery Park with a view of Lady Liberty, and finally, take a short walk on Brooklyn Bridge.

Our guide will share all the inside secrets about this amazing city with us. A lunch box is provided during the tour.

In the late afternoon, we will check in to our Midtown hotel, one step off Times Square.

The evening is yours to unwind and relax, stroll, and enjoy the stunning lights of the bustling neighborhood. L (boxed)

November 20, 2025 Thursday

We will enjoy breakfast and then meet with our tour guide to head out by foot to experience Bryant Park, the location of the Public Library. We will enjoy a visit, including seeing the original stuffed animals that inspired the Winnie-thePooh stories.

A few blocks further down is Grand Central Station. This place is “Grand” by all means; you will love the myriad things to taste, touch, hear, and smell in Grand Central Terminal. But for a truly remarkable experience, we will head to the Main Concourse, stand still, and look up at the zodiac mural on the ceiling, one of New York City’s most beloved public art pieces. Relax and let the others rush to catch the train! After a quick lunch, we will catch the Subway and head to Ground Zero for a guided tour of the 9/11 Museum and Memorial.

Our tour guide will escort us back to our

hotel. Tonight, enjoy a Broadway show of your own choice. Most shows start at 7:00 or 8:00 PM. B

November

21,

2025 Friday

Breakfast is included and enjoyed with your fellow travelers.

After breakfast, we will meet with our tour guide to take a 15-minute walk to Radio City Music Hall for a guided insider’s look at this legendary place. Upon opening its doors for the first time on a rainy winter’s night in 1932, the Radio City Music Hall was proclaimed to be so extraordinarily beautiful as to need no performers at all. The first-built component of the massive Rockefeller Center, the Music Hall, has been the world’s largest indoor theater for over eighty years. We will discover its art-deco masterpieces, learn the secrets of the Great Stage, and meet a Rockette. At the end of the tour, we will enjoy the Spectacular Christmas Show; it’s ...spectacular!

We are just around the corner from St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Join our tour guide and visit the Neo-Gothic-style Roman cathedral, a prominent landmark of New York City.

We will return to our hotel on foot, and the remainder of the afternoon is at leisure.

In the evening, we will meet up to join our tour guide and take a Subway ride to

Staten Island Ferry for an unforgettable evening panoramic lights-of-Manhatten tour.Enjoy! B

November 22, 2025

Saturday

Breakfast is included and enjoyed at your own pace.

A day at leisure awaits. Less than half an hour from our hotel, you can step into one of the coolest markets in the world, the Chelsea Market in the Meatpacking District. It’s impossible to visit New York without doing at least a little bit of shopping. Whether you’re looking to purchase or casually stroll through, this urban shopping mall has everything you want to see, from groceries to flea markets. Walk through Chelsea Market to experience unique shops and culturally diverse restaurants, and make dessert stops. This is a great place to snap a picture under an archway lit with thousands of white string lights, grab a bite to eat, and buy creative knick-knacks and memorabilia.

The Meatpacking District is a hip commercial area on the far west side. It is home to the Whitney Museum of American Art, high-end designer clothing stores, and a stretch of the High Line, an elevated park built atop former railroad tracks. At ground level, the cobblestone streets are filled with trendy restaurants and clubs that have taken over the cavernous spaces once occupied by the

All too soon, our Big Apple journey has ended.

If you love to walk, we highly recommend returning to the hotel via the High Line. Once destined for demolition, luckily, the community rallied together to repurpose it instead, creating the park you can experience today. But the High Line is more than a park - it is a public space where you can view art, walk through gardens, enjoy a performance, savor delicious snacks, or just people-watch while enjoying a unique city perspective. Built on the historic, elevated freight line, the High Line is really a wonderful place to stroll. To walk the entire length (1.45 miles) takes around 30 minutes.

If you love museums, the MET (Metropolitan Museum of Art) is the place to visit. Don’t forget the gift shop; it’s probably the best museum shop in the world!

Tonight, we meet for a fun farewell dinner at a nearby recognized restaurant. Cheers to our group and the greatest bite of the Big Apple! B | D

November 23, 2025 Sunday

After breakfast, it’s time to check out, store your luggage safely away, and enjoy the last hours in the city.

In the morning hours you are free to do some last-minute shopping. Grab a last bite at one of the fun New York delis.

Mid-afternoon, we will gather to transfer to the airport for the return flight back home. B

The itinerary is subject to change. B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

namesake meatpacking plants.

Per person in a shared double room: $3,295 Per person in a single

Remember our “Pair & Share” program for solo travelers. A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on July 22, 2025, is nonrefundable, and can be paid by cash or check. Credit card payment (any payments after the deposit) will access a 3.5% processing fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Register at least eight (8) months prior to departure and receive a $200 DISCOUNT!

Travel Insurance:

To register contact:

O Street • Lincoln, NE 68508 Phone: 888-549-1186

GroupDepartment@executivetravel.com www.executivetravel.com www.womenofthemidwest.com

SECURE ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: https://womenofthemidwest.com/journeys/

Tour Activity 1 2 3 4 - This journey is a level 3. Between the scheduled sightseeing tours included in the program and personal exploration, you can expect to walk approximately 4-5 miles or more over the course of a day typically on pavements. This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.

Airfare, included in your package: Click here to view group airfare details.

Accommodation:

The Millennium Broadway Hotel (moderate 4-star hotel) or similar. Final accommodation will be confirmed 90 days prior to departure.

Included

• Air to/from New York, economy class (direct flights not guaranteed)

• 4 nights accommodation (moderate 4-star hotel)

• 4 x breakfast vouchers for a nearby cafe

• Lunch box on arrival day

• Farewell dinner w/drinks

• 1 Broadway show of your own choice*

• Radio City’s Spectacular Christmas Show

• Entrance to the 9/11 Memorial and Museum

• Transfers from/to the airport with a private motor coach

• New York City MetroCard - unlimited rides

• Porterage at the hotel (one bag per person)

• Gratuities to local guide and drivers

• Professional tour guide as per tour program

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador from day 1-5

• All local taxes as of November 11, 2024

*A Broadway show of your choice is included in the package price. Any show that exceeds $160, can be reserved and the price difference will be included on your final statement. No refund will be given for ticket prices under $160. Women of the Midwest/ Executive Travel will assist with reserving show tickets.

Excluded:

• Airline baggage fees (estimate $40 per checked bag per way)

• Travel Insurance

• Professional fees, $75 per person due at time of registration

• Personal expenses

• Meals other than mentioned in the tour program

• Entrance fees to monuments and/or museums other than mentioned

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Space is limited.

NEW YORK CITY

MACY’S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE with Women of the Midwest

November 25-29, 2025

Dear Women of the Midwest,

Since I was a small girl, experiencing the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has been on my bucket list! I invite you to join me on a fun-filled, custom-tailored tour to the Big Apple!

And finally, it’s that time of the year! The store-front windows have started decorating for Christmas! Join me, solo or two-by-two; take a bite of the Big Apple with Women of the Midwest!

Sincerely yours,

Jennifer King Ambassador, Women

of the Midwest

November 25, 2025

Tuesday

Our wonderful journey begins as we fly to the Big Apple, New York City.

Upon arrival, we will be greeted by our Women of the Midwest Ambassador, who will travel alongside us throughout the days in New York City.

Our guide will share all the inside secrets about this amazing city with us. A lunch box is provided during the tour.

In the late afternoon, we will check in to the Millennium Broadway Hotel, one step off Times Square.

We will walk to a recognized restaurant for a fun welcome dinner tonight.

L (boxed) | D

November

26,

2025 Wednesday

A few blocks further down is Grand Central Station. This place is “Grand” by all means; you will love the myriad of things to taste, touch, hear, and smell in Grand Central Terminal. But for a truly remarkable experience, we will head to the Main Concourse, stand still, and look up at the zodiac mural on the ceiling, one of New York City’s most beloved public art pieces. Relax and let the others rush to catch the train! After a quick lunch, we will catch the Subway and head to Ground Zero for a guided tour of the 9/11 Museum and Memorial.

Our tour guide will escort us back to our hotel. Tonight, enjoy a Broadway show

of your own choice. Most shows start at 7:00 or 8:00 PM. B

November 27, 2025

Thursday, Thanksgiving Day

Breakfast is included and enjoyed with your fellow travelers.

Next, we gather to walk to our favorite spot to take in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. You are welcome to join your ambassador or head out on your own.

The Parade first took place in 1924, making it the second-oldest Thanksgiving Parade in the United States.

In the 1920s, many of Macy’s employees were first-generation European immigrants. They wanted to celebrate Thanksgiving Day with the type of festival they loved and cherished back home. The Parade marches through the streets of New York City, featuring enormous balloons, marching bands, Broadway musical casts, and celebrity performers. It will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for us to be here!

Our Thanksgiving Day lunch is served at a wonderful pub. We will take a moment to reflect on all the things we are so thankful for.

Time on your own this afternoon and evening. Less than half an hour from our hotel, you can step into one of the coolest markets in the world, the Chelsea Market

in the Meatpacking District. It is one of the best food halls in New York, but it’s not your average neighborhood market. While it is similar to the average market in that its vendor stalls line a maze of hallways, it veers towards the gourmet end of the food markets. Several movies and series are filmed here, such as “Law and Order,” “American Gangster,” and “The Blacklist.”

If you love to walk, we highly recommend returning from Chelsea Market via the High Line. Once destined for demolition, luckily, the community rallied together to repurpose it instead, creating the park you can experience today. But the High Line is more than a park - it is a public space where you can view art, walk through gardens, experience a performance, savor delicious snacks, or just people-watch while enjoying a unique perspective of the city. To walk the entire length (1.45 miles) takes around 30 minutes.

The Meatpacking District is a hip commercial area on the far west side. It’s home to high-end designer clothing stores, and the cobblestone streets are filled with trendy restaurants and clubs that have taken over the cavernous spaces once occupied by the namesake meatpacking plants. B | L

a 15-minute walk to Radio City Music Hall to enjoy a guided insider’s look at this legendary place. Upon opening its doors for the first time on a rainy winter’s night in 1932, the Radio City Music Hall was proclaimed to be so extraordinarily beautiful as to need no performers at all. The first-built component of the massive Rockefeller Center, the Music Hall, has been the world’s largest indoor theater for over eighty years. We will discover its art-deco masterpieces, learn the secrets of the Great Stage, and meet a Rockette. At the end of the tour, we will enjoy the Spectacular Christmas Show; it’s ...spectacular!

We are just around the corner from St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Follow our tour guide to visit the Neo-Gothic-style Roman cathedral, a prominent landmark of New York City.

We return to our hotel on foot, and the remainder of the afternoon is at leisure.

In the evening, we meet up and join our tour guide for a Staten Island Ferry tour (we will utilize our Subway cards to get to/from the Ferry). Get the best views of Manhattan during this unforgettable panoramic lights-of-the-City tour. B

All too soon, our Big Apple journey has ended.

Mid-afternoon, we will gather to transfer to the airport for the return flight back home. B

The itinerary is subject to change.

B = Breakfast

L = Lunch

D = Dinner

November 28, 2025 Friday

We meet with our tour guide to take

November 29, 2025

Saturday

After breakfast, it’s time to check out, store your luggage safely away, and enjoy the last hours in the city.

Remember our “Pair & Share” program for solo travelers. A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on July 28, 2025, is nonrefundable, and can be paid by cash or check. Credit card payment (any payments after the deposit) will access a 3.5% processing fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

Travel Insurance:

Airfare, included in your package: Click here to view airfare details.

Accommodation:

The Millennium Broadway Hotel (moderate 4-star hotel) or similar. Final accommodation will be confirmed 90 days prior to departure.

Included

• Air to/from New York, economy class (direct flights not guaranteed)

• 4 nights accommodation (moderate 4-star hotel)

• 4 x breakfast vouchers for a nearby cafe

• Lunch box on arrival day, Thanksgiving Day lunch

• Welcome dinner w/drinks

• 1 Broadway show of your own choice*

• Radio City’s Spectacular Christmas Show

• Entrance to the 9/11 Memorial and Museum

• Transfers from/to the airport with a private motor coach

• New York City MetroCard - unlimited rides

• Porterage at the hotel (one bag per person)

• Gratuities to local guide and drivers

• Professional tour guide as per tour program

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador from day 1-5

• All local taxes as of November 12, 2024

Excluded:

• Airline baggage fees (estimate $40 per checked bag per way)

• Travel Insurance

• Professional fees, $75 per person due at time of registration

• Personal expenses

• Meals other than mentioned in the tour program

• Entrance fees to monuments and/or museums other than mentioned

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

BELGIAN CHRISTMAS!

Delighfully Delicious!

with Women of the Midwest!

WO MEN OF THE MID WEST

Travel Solo Together

CO | IA | KS | MN | MO | NE

Dear Women of the Midwest,

November 29 - December 8, 2025

I am beyond excited to invite you to join me on our second journey to discover Christmas in Belgium! Come crisp winter days, give in to that warm, fuzzy feeling during Christmas in a fairy tale European country.

Belgium takes great pride in the grandeur of Christmas celebrations, and we will find ourselves at the most beautiful Christmas markets you’ve ever imagined.

Pretty medieval cities take on fairy tale airs as the temperatures drop; it’s hard to judge which place is the most enchanting. The scent of fresh waffles lingers at all Christmas markets, and the streets are dressed like gingerbread houses with festive fairy lights reflected in the canals. Hop on a horse-drawn carriage for a tour of the cobbles or linger in some of Europe’s most charming Christmas markets. Browse the stalls laden with handmade Christmas goodies and tasty treats. The opportunities for shopping are endless, and your only (luxury) problem is what to choose, and how much to bring back home for your favorite people.

Join me on this delightful and delicious journey to follow in the footsteps of kings and artists.

Learn about art nouveau and the art of lace- and chocolate-making. Visit castles and stunning museums ...even the museum of “a girl’s best friend!” Ladies, what’s not to love?

Get into the festive spirit and celebrate with me; I guarantee you will burst out in an “I Love Belgium” once this trip ends!

Yours in travel and adventure, Lora Black Ambassador, Women of the Midwest

November 29, 2025 - Saturday Traveling to Brussels

Our fairy tale adventure begins as we take an overnight flight to Brussels. Enjoy inflight entertainment and meal service as you start your dream vacation.

November 30, 2025 - Sunday Brussels

Welcome to Belgium! Upon arrival, we will meet our private tour director and take a short drive to the center of Brussels. We will visit the Horta Museum, dedicated to the life and work of the architect Victor Horta and his time. The museum is housed in Horta’s former townhouse and workshop, built in 1898. Antoni Gaudi, Gustav Klimt, and Louis Comfort Tiffany may sound familiar, but did you know Victor is the famous Belgian architect considered the Father of Art Nouveau? The interior of his house has been largely preserved: mosaics, stained-glass windows, furniture, and wall paintings form a harmonious whole that shows subtlety down to the smallest detail. By 1914, with the beginning of the First World War, Art Nouveau’s elegant curves and long lines were largely replaced by the more sharp angles and geometrical shapes of Art Deco and later by the Modernism styles. A delightful welcome lunch is served at a restaurant at Grand Place (the beautiful main square of Brussels) before we check into our beautiful hotel. It is time to relax and unwind. If you are still awake, join us for a walking tour of the Christmas market at Grand Place. It is only a few mintues from our hotel. B (during flight) | L

December 1, 2025 - Monday

Brussels

After breakfast, we will continue exploring Brussels. Brussels is the capital of Europe and home to several international institutions, such as NATO and the European Commission. We will drive through the European district, pass by the European Parliament, and visit the Atomium. The tall-standing (335 ft) monument is one of the tallest structures in Belgium. Its nine 59 ft stainless clad steel spheres are connected in the shape of a unit cell that could represent an iron crystal magnified 165 billion times. It offers stunning views and is the emblem of Brussels. Leisurely time for lunch before we take a walking tour of the center of Brussels, including a private chocolate workshop to learn everything about the worldfamous Belgian pralines. The evening is a leisure to explore more of Brussels. B | T

December 2, 2025 - Tuesday

Gaasbeek Castle - Bruges

We are off towards beautiful Bruges. Our first stop today is at the Castle of Gaasbeek. The inside-out beautiful fortified castle was built around 1240 and contains impressive art collections displayed in lavishly decorated historical rooms; it will not disappoint. Our lunch today is served at a fun and traditional countryside tavern. A local brewery with some of the best beer in Belgium will welcome us to Bruges - tasting included! Belgians take their beers as seriously as the French do their wines. You will find beers corked and wired like a bottle of Champagne, and some beers will mature in the bottle

for up to six years. We will check into our hotel for a relaxing evening. Take a stroll around the corner to discover the cozy Christmas atmosphere in one of the prettiest cities in Europe! B | L | T

December 3, 2025 - Wednesday

Bruges

After breakfast, we are ready to step back in time and explore Bruges on foot. With its beautiful medieval architecture, cobblestone streets, picturesque canals, and Christmas markets, it seems straight out of a fairy tale. Often called “Venice of the North,“ it beckons its visitors to tour its grand squares as well as its tiny back alleys and discover all its beautiful charms. We will visit the Lace Centre Museum. By the 13th Century, Bruges was the epicenter of Europe’s textile trade. The large volume of textiles moving into and out of the area developed a rich fashion industry, which paved the way for Bruges’ unique lace industry. You will have the opportunity to watch a bobbin lacemaking demonstration. Lunch is served at our favorite restaurant, right on the canal. The remainder of the day is free for shopping, more sightseeing, or simply “people-watching” and enjoying life. B | L

December 4, 2025 - Thursday Bruges

How about a full day to explore more of Bruges on your own? Enjoy a laid-back breakfast, and then head out to enjoy the city. Shop your favorite souvenirs and beautiful Christmas gifts to bring back home, and warm up with hot chocolate

from renowned chocolatiers; try Belgian waffles and speculoos cookies - the crispy, rich, and aromatic cookies with the floral character of Ceylon cinnamon and the caramelized sweetness. Oh, and don’t miss a cone of fries with tartar sauce, yum! Too much walking? Experience the charm of Bruges by riding through its cobblestone streets in a horse-drawn carriage, complete with cozy blankets. B

December 5, 2025 - Friday Loppem Castle - Ghent

After a delicious breakfast, we say a fond farewell to Bruges. A few miles away lies Loppem Castle, in the middle of a romantic English garden with age-old trees, ponds, and a maze. It is time to follow in the footsteps of kings and artists and enjoy a rich art collection, including medieval sculpture, Flemish paintings, stoneware, Mechelen alabasters, Portuguese ivories, illuminated manuscripts, prints, and drawings. We will arrive in Ghent in time for a guided walking tour, including a 90-minute boat tour with tastings of local delicacies. You will love this city, which was a prominent city-state during the Middle Ages. Today, it is a university town and cultural hub. Its pedestrianized center is known for medieval architecture and beautiful alleys. In December, Christmas is everywhere! This afternoon, we will visit the impressive St. Bavo Cathedral, including the Mystic Lamb augmented reality experience. Through special glasses, we will travel back to the distant past in the cathedral’s crypt and witness the tumultuous history of the Ghent Altarpiece and the cathedral as if we were

right there. It is an exceptional experience, and we are thrilled to share it with you! In the late afternoon, we will check into our centrally located hotel for an evening at leisure. B | T

December 6, 2025 - Saturday Antwerp

After a filling breakfast, we will drive to Antwerp. Many may not be familiar with this gem of a city. Antwerp is all about diamonds, jewelry, art, and shipping. It is only a short drive from Ghent, and we will begin with visiting the DIVA Museum to meet “a girl’s best friend.” We will follow the journey of a diamond from a raw material to a sparkling stone. Besides the diamonds, the museum also hosts a breathtaking collection of silverware. Lunch is at leisure before we continue with a visit to the Red Star Line Museum. The Red Star Line was the steamship line founded in 1872 by Clement Acton Griscom, a Philadelphia Quaker. The line was a joint venture that ran the American Line. Two million passengers traveled to America on the Red Star Line ships; one of them was Irving Berlin, who crossed the ocean to America in 1893, chasing his dream. Before we return to Ghent, we will visit the Cathedral of Our Lady. When people say that Antwerp’s Cathedral is stunning, they are not exaggerating; it is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. We return to Ghent in the late afternoon/early evening. Enjoy dinner on your own. B

December 7, 2025 - Sunday

Ghent

Enjoy breakfast at your own pace. Today,

we give you the opportunity to delight in Ghent on your own. Just like Bruges, this city has so much to offer. Discover unique items at boutique shops in the Patershol district, stroll through Gentse Winterfeesten, the city’s Christmas market, which features over 150 stalls selling handmade crafts, local delicacies, and unique gifts, and don’t miss the Belgian treats like waffles, mulled wine, and the local specialty, cuberdons. Admire the city’s award-winning lighting design, which highlights its architecture in the most stunning and beautiful way. We will meet for a fun farewell lunch in a centrally located restaurant in Ghent. In the afternoon, we suggest you visit the traditional cafés to savor hot chocolate or jenever, a Belgian gin often served warm during winter. What’s not to love?!

B | L

December 8, 2025 - Monday Return Home

All too soon, our fairy tale has ended. Transfer to Brussels airport in plenty of time to check in and clear security. You may do some last-minute shopping at the duty-free stores before flying back to the United States. B | In-flight meals

Itinerary subject to change.

B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, T = Tasting, D = Dinner

Package Price:

Per person in a shared double room: $3,995

Per person in a single room: $4,995 Triple rooms are on request.

We offer “Pair & Share”-service. Ask us to assist in finding your roommate!

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon signing up. Deposit can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The balance is due on August 1, 2025, and is non-refundable. The balance can be paid in cash or by check. Credit card payment(s) (any payment applied to the tour after the deposit) will access a 3.5% fee.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

This tour will be materialized with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 21 travelers. Should the number fall below 15, all funds paid to Executive Travel will be refunded 90 days prior to departure.

Included:

• 8 nights during the tour in Belgium at hotels mentioned above or similar (4-star)

• 7 x breakfast

• 4 x lunch

• All tastings as per the tour program (chocolate, beer, Ghent delicacies)

• All transportation as per the tour program

• Admissions to all sites mentioned in the tour program

• Headphones where required

• Porterage at hotels (one bag per person)

• Professional English-speaking tour director, November 30 - December 8, 2025

• Step-on guides where required

• Women of the Midwest Ambassador, November 29December 8, 2025

• Detailed travel documents, handed out three weeks prior to departure (hard-copy and electronic)

• All local taxes and fees as of January 2, 2025

1212 O Street • Lincoln, NE 68508

Phone: 888-549-1186

GroupDepartment@executivetravel.com www.executivetravel.com

ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: Via our website www.WomenoftheMidwest.com/journeys

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3 4

Level 3: This tour involves a considerable amount of walking, some stairs, longer periods of standing, outdoor activities, and steep areas within the places visited. We walk between 4-5 miles over the cause of a day. Add to this the walking you do outside the group activities. This trip is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties.

Group airfare:

Click here to view group airfare details. We are happy to assist with airfare from any city within the U.S.

Travel Insurance:

Hotel Accommodations (announced 30 days prior to dep.): Brussels - The Dominican Hotel or similar Bruges - Dukes Palace or similar Ghent - Grand Hotel Pillows Reylof or similar

Not Included:

• Airfare

• Additional airline baggage fees (first checked piece up to 50 lbs is FREE)

• Gratuities (estimate $15 per person per day in total)

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Meals and beverages other than those mentioned in the tour program

• Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than those mentioned

• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at the time of registration

• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Women of the Midwest - Women-Only Tours

MEET OUR FOUNDER

ANNE FULDBY-OLSEN

HOW IT ALL BEGAN:

MEET THE TEAM

OUR AMBASSADORS:

MEET THE TEAM

OUR SUPPORT TEAM:

TABLE OF CONTENTS

2025 JOURNEYS:

2025 JOURNEYS

GROUNDED KAUAI, HAWAII

with Women of the Midwest

Day 5 - Sunday - February 16, 2025

Day 6 - Monday - February 17, 2025

Historic South Southern Charm!

with Women of the Midwest

ITALIAN SPRING

Rome - Tuscany - Florence - Venice

Women of the Midwest

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3+ 4

BELGIUM & THE NETHERLANDS

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3 4

BELGIUM & THE NETHERLANDS

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3 4

Travel Insurance:

GREECE

Eat - Live - Love

Athens - Peloponnese - Naxos - Santorini with Women of the Midwest

May 5, 2025 - Monday

May 6, 2025 - Tuesday

Monemvasia - Mystras

IRELAND & NORTHERN IRELAND

The Grand Journey with Women of the Midwest

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3+ 4

FAIRY TALE ENGLAND

Walking the Unspoiled Cotswolds

with Women of the Midwest

WO MEN OF THE MID WEST

June

June 15, 2025 - Sunday

Traveling Home

WO MEN OF THE MID WEST

CANADIAN CITIES & FALLS

Traveling Home

Traveling Home

Niagara Falls

ENGLAND Castles

and

Gardens

with Women of the Midwest!

SPECIAL DECEMBER DISCOUNT:

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3+ 4

Travel Insurance:

NORWAY & SWEDEN

with Women of the Midwest!

July

2025 - Sunday

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

To register contact:

Tour Activity Level: LEVEL 1 2 3+ 4

SCOTLAND

Majestic, Mysterious, Magnificent!

with Women of the Midwest!

To register contact:

THE ULTIMATE MARITIMES

WO MEN OF THE MID WEST

Tour

Level:

DENMARK & NORWAY with

Bergen

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

FAIRY TALE ENGLAND

Walking the Unspoiled Cotswolds

with Women of the Midwest

WO MEN OF THE MID WEST

August 17, 2025 - Sunday

Traveling Home

IRELAND