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Rhine Highlights Cruise Amsterdam– Zurich onboard Scenic Jewel 8 DAYS, 20 MEALS / OCTOBER 22, 2025 Delight in the majestic castles lining the Rhine Gorge, visit the iconic Cologne Cathedral, explore the wonders of the Black Forest, and enjoy the charm of Strasbourg as you cruise along this beloved river.

ITINERARY: Amsterdam, Cologne, Koblenz, Mannheim, Rastatt, Kehl, Basel, Zurich FROM

$4,557

Treasures of the Mekong Cruise Siem Reap – Ho Chi Minh City onboard Scenic Spirit 13 DAYS, 33 MEALS / APRIL 6, 2024 Begin with an exploration of Angkor Wat, a 12th-century masterpiece, explore the wonders of the Cambodian capital, Phnom Penh, and visit the Royal Palace. Enjoy the all-inclusive luxury of your ship.

ITINERARY: Siem Reap, Wat Hanchey, Angkor Ban, Silk Island, Phnom Penh, Tan Chau, Sa Dec, Cai Be, Ho Chi Minch City FROM

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Crossing the Equator Cruise Bridgetown – Rio de Janeiro onboard Scenic Eclipse 12 DAYS, 32 MEALS / NOVEMBER 5, 2024 Sail from the dazzling Caribbean waters of Barbados to the platinum blonde beaches of Brazil. Bask in the tropical warmth of French Guiana before you experience the time-honored maritime tradition of crossing the equator.

Treat yourself to luxury onboard this state-of-the-art ocean vessel.

ITINERARY: Bridgetown, Devil’s Island, Recife, Rio de Janeiro FROM

$6,550

SPECIAL OFFER: • 2 For 1 Fares: Up to $13,000 bonus savings per suite + pay in full savings

AAA MEMBER BENEFITS: • $250 per booking discount on river cruises

AAA Member Benefit: Discount is per booking and taken at time of booking. Discount does not apply to air/ car only bookings. Rate is per person, based on double occupancy, for sail dates and stateroom categories noted. *All Onboard Credit Offers: Onboard credits have no cash value and are non-transferable. Any unused onboard credit expires at the end of cruise.Unless otherwise indicated: rates quoted are accurate at time of publication, & are per person, based on double occupancy. Airfare, taxes, surcharges, transfers & excursions are additional. Rates, terms, conditions, availability, itinerary, government taxes, surcharges, deposit, payment, cancellation terms/conditions & policies subject to change without notice at any time. Cruise rates capacity

controlled. Other restrictions may apply, including, but not limited to baggage limitations & fees, standby policies & fees, non-refundable tickets & change fees with pre-flight notification deadlines, & blackout dates.

Fees & policies vary among airlines. Advance reservations through AAA Travel required to obtain Member Benefits & savings which may vary based on departure date. Not responsible for errors or omissions. Pleasant Holidays acts only as an agent for cruise & tour providers listed. CST# 1007939-10. Pleasant Holidays is registered with the State of Florida as a Seller Of Travel ST#37983. Copyright©2024 Pleasant Holidays, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

AAA RIVER, EXPEDITIONS & SMALL SHIP JOURNEYS • FEBRUARY 2024

• $350 per booking discount on ocean cruises

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Historic Mississippi River Cruise New Orleans, LA – New Orleans, LA onboard American Heritage 8 DAYS, 19 MEALS / MAY 29, 2024 Experience an incredible journey that celebrates history around every bend of the river. Savor authentic Cajun cuisine as you are led by a local guide through notable landmarks and elegant antebellum homes.

ITINERARY: New Orleans, LA; Houmas House, LA; Baton Rouge, LA; Natchez, MS; Vicksburg, MS; St. Francisville, LA; New Orleans, LA FROM

$3,320

Highlights of the Columbia River Cruise Portland, OR – Portland, OR onboard American Jazz 6 DAYS, 13 MEALS / APRIL 15, 2024 Travel to the region beloved by explorers Meriwether Lewis & William Clark and discover for yourself its tranquility. Journey to the oldest American settlement west of the Rockies and explore the National Park Service’s replica of Fort Clatsop.

ITINERARY: Portland, OR; Astoria, OR; Kalama, WA; Stevenson, WA; Portland, OR FROM

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ALASKA

Alaska National Parks Cruise Fairbanks, AK – Juneau, AK onboard American Constellation 16 DAYS, 43 MEALS / AUGUST 19, 2024 This cruise and land package begins with exploration of Denali National Park and Kenai Fjords National Park. Stand in awe of the majestic beauty of the Alaskan landscape as you visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and Glacier Bay. Relax onboard and enjoy the ship’s luxurious amenities.

ITINERARY: Fairbanks, AK; Denali National Park, AK; Anchorage, AK; Kenai Fjords National Park, AK; Juneau, AK; Haines, AK; Glacier Bay, AK; Petersburg, AK; Wrangell, AK; Tracy Arm, AK; Juneau, AK FROM

SPECIAL OFFER: • $1,200 savings on select Mississippi River cruises

$12,205

AAA MEMBER BENEFITS: • $100 onboard credit per stateroom • $50 off per booking discount

*American Cruise Lines Offer: Valid on new bookings for travel through 05/31/2024 capacity controlled. Based off of double occupancy. Ships’ Registry: United States. Rate is per person, based on double occupancy, for sail dates and stateroom categories noted. *All Onboard Credit Offers: Onboard credits have no cash value and are non-transferable. Any unused onboard credit expires at the end of cruise. Unless otherwise indicated: rates quoted are accurate at time of publication, & are per person, based on double occupancy. Airfare, taxes, surcharges, gratuities, transfers & excursions are additional. Rates, terms, conditions, availability, itinerary, government taxes, surcharges, deposit, payment, cancellation terms/conditions & policies subject to change

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without notice at any time. Cruise rates capacity controlled. Other restrictions may apply, including, but not limited to baggage limitations & fees, standby policies & fees, non-refundable tickets & change fees with pre-flight notification deadlines, & blackout dates. Fees & policies vary among airlines. Advance reservations through AAA Travel required to obtain Member Benefits & savings which may vary based on departure date.

Not responsible for errors or omissions. Pleasant Holidays acts only as an agent for cruise & tour providers listed. CST# 1007939-10. Pleasant Holidays is registered with the State of Florida as a Seller Of Travel ST#37983. Copyright©2024 Pleasant Holidays, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

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Rhine Getaway Amsterdam to Basel (or reverse) onboard state-of-the-art Viking Longships 8-DAYS Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Kinderdijk, the Netherlands; Cologne, Germany; Koblenz & Rüdesheim, Germany; Speyer, Germany; Strasbourg, France; Breisach, Germany; Basel, Switzerland Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and stunning scenery of the Middle Rhine—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines, the roots of its terraced vineyards reaching back to Roman times. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. With calls in Amsterdam, Cologne and Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.

Port taxes & fees included FROM

$2,199

Grand European Tour Budapest to Amsterdam (or reverse) onboard state-of-the-art Viking Longships 15-DAYS Budapest, Hungary (overnight); Vienna, Austria (overnight); Melk, Austria; Passau, Germany; Regensburg, Germany; Nuremberg, Germany; Bamberg, Germany; Würzburg, Germany; Wertheim, Germany; Koblenz, Germany; Cologne, Germany; Kinderdijk, the Netherlands; Amsterdam, the Netherlands Admire Rhine Valley vistas from a 900-year-old castle.

Sample the food and wine of Austria’s Wachau Valley.

Learn the Viennese waltz and linger in Budapest’s Café Gerbeaud. Indulge all your senses on this 15-day journey spanning the best of Europe. Our most iconic itinerary traces the Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers between the windmill-dotted waterways of Holland and the stunning landscapes of Hungary, with engaging encounters at every bend.

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Lyon & Provence Avignon to Lyon (or reverse) onboard state-of-the-art Viking Longships 8-DAYS Avignon, France; Arles, France; Avignon, France; Viviers, France; Tournon/ Vienne, France; Lyon, France (2 overnights) Tap into your inner van Gogh at an Arles painting class. Discover Roman Provence at Les Arènes d’Arles and the Pont du Gard. Explore the world’s largest Gothic palace at Avignon’s grand Palace of the Popes. Excite your palate in Lyon, capital of French gastronomy.

Savor local wines, hunt for truffles, and see how chèvre cheese is made. Come witness the beauty that inspired artists like Cézanne and Chagall on this eightday voyage along the Rhône.

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AAA MEMBER BENEFITS: • $100 per person shipboard credit for all Viking voyages 8-11 days • $200 per person shipboard credit for all Viking voyages 12 days or longer Rhine Getaway lead-in price based on CAT F, November 15, 2024 sailing aboard the Viking Eir. Grand European Tour lead-in price based on CAT F, October 30, 2024 sailing aboard the Viking Gymir. Lyon & Provence lead-in price based on CAT F, March 19, 2025 sailing aboard the Viking Hermod. Prices are accurate as of February 1, 2024. All prices are in US dollars and for US residents only and are based on double occupancy. Prices listed reflect 2024 or 2025 departures. Air prices are per person based on the cruise/cruisetour check-in date, and include transfers plus all government taxes and fees of approx. $160 and air fuel surcharges. Additional airline imposed baggage charges may apply. Consult your airline. Viking reserves the right to correct errors and to change any and all fares, fees and surcharges at any time. Subject to availability and may not be combinable with any other offers. Offer EBD: Offer valid on bookings made from February 1 - 29, 2024; expires February 29, 2024. FREE International Airfare for select 2024/2025/2026 departures. *FREE Airfare offer is subject to change: $25 deposit available on all 2024/2025/2026 River Voyages. Based on inventory availability at time of purchase and may be withdrawn at any time. Air does not have to be purchased to get cruise/tour offer.

AAA RIVER, EXPEDITIONS & SMALL SHIP JOURNEYS • FEBRUARY 2024

$2,799

AAA MEMBERS RECEIVE: • $25 deposits, up to FREE international airfare, and limited-time double past guest discount up to $800 per couple on bookings made by February 29, 2024

Book and by deposit February 29, 2024; 2024: Pay in full by March 31, 2024; 2025: Pay in full by June 30, 2024; 2026: January 15, 2025. Additional restrictions may apply. Limited-time Double Past Guest Discount: Past Guests who have sailed with Viking in the past 12 months save $800 per couple ($400 per person) on listed cruise prices; all other Past Guests save $400 per couple ($200 per person). CST# 2052644-40 AAA Member Benefit: $100 per person shipboard credit for all Viking voyages 8-11 days. $200 per person shipboard credit for all Viking voyages 12 days or longer. Shipboard credits can only be applied when booked directly by AAA Travel Agent. This offer is combinable with group rates, early booking discounts, past passenger discounts, refer a friend credits and future cruise vouchers. Offer is not combinable with interline and wholesale bookings or valid on other Viking products. Onboard credit has no cash value. Viking reserves the right to correct errors and to change any and all fares, fees and surcharges at any time. CST# 2052644-40

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Enticing Douro Porto – Porto, Portugal onboard AmaVida 7 -NIGHTS / DECEMBER 3-10, 2024 Rambling vineyards and charming native farms cling to the steep sides of the Douro River Valley, creating an incomparable backdrop to one of Europe’s most unspoiled regions and to Port country— the world’s oldest demarcated wine region.

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Rhine Castle & Swiss Alps Basel – Amsterdam onboard AmaSerena 7-NIGHTS / NOVEMBER 4-11, 2024 Discover fairytale castles and historic vineyards as part of this spectacular Rhine River cruise fantasy. Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history.

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Romantic Danube Vilshofen – Budapest onboard AmaBella 7-NIGHTS / NOVEMBER 11-18, 2024 Those longing for the romance of Old-World Europe will get to travel into the very heart of the continent, where empires were built, kings and queens were crowned and some of the world’s greatest music was composed and performed by the likes of Mozart and Beethoven.

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SPECIAL OFFER: • Reserve your AmaWaterways European river cruise

by March 31, 2024 and receive a complimentary 2, 3 or 4-night land package

AAA VACATIONS® AMENITIES: • Additional $200 per stateroom discount + $150 per stateroom onboard credit on cruises 7 to 11 nights • Additional $200 per stateroom discount + $300 per stateroom onboard credit on 14-night cruises AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions at any time. Offers are limited to availability, capacity controlled and subject to change or termination without notice. Other restrictions apply. Registration as a seller

AAA RIVER, EXPEDITIONS & SMALL SHIP JOURNEYS • FEBRUARY 2024

$2,699

AAA MEMBER BENEFITS: • $300 per stateroom discount on cruises 7 to 11 nights • $600 per stateroom discount on cruises of 14 nights or more • Additionally receive a welcome gift for European sailings or $50 onboard credit per staterooms for Asia, Africa, Egypt, and Colombia sailings

of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. CST#2065452-20. For full terms and conditions, please visit www.amawaterways.com/agent-terms-conditions.

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Travel beyond your ocean or river cruise Fairbanks to Anchorage with Alaska Railroad Fairbanks, AK – Anchorage, AK 5-DAYS, 2 DESTINATIONS / JUNE 2, 2024 Immerse yourself in the beauty of Alaska on this 5-day unforgettable journey. Explore Fairbanks and its rich history on a sightseeing tour. Travel onboard Alaska Railroad from Fairbanks to Anchorage and enjoy views of the surrounding Alaska Range and Chugach Mountains, and travel alongside various rivers and canyons. In Anchorage, take a once in a lifetime flightseeing tour and fly over rugged Alaskan Wilderness with its mountains and glaciers.

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Rome, Florence, and Venice Rome – Florence – Venice 7-DAYS, 3 DESTINATIONS / SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 Savor delicious food and beautiful architecture in three romantic cities on this six-night Italian rail journey. Start with two nights in the glorious Italian city of Rome. Marvel at the walls of the Colosseum, wander up the Spanish Steps or explore the Vatican City. Then take the train to Florence where you will soak up the wonderful Renaissance art at the city’s galleries before continuing the journey further south to the sparkling canals of Venice.

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Basel to Zurich via the Glacier and Bernina Express trains Basel – Zermatt – St Moritz – Zurich 5-DAYS, 4 DESTINATIONS / SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 Following your river cruise head to the mountains and enjoy a four-night Swiss rail adventure! First visit the picturesque Swiss village of Zermatt and some amazing views of the iconic Matterhorn mountain. Then cross the alps onboard the Glacier Express train to St. Moritz and enjoy a day trip to Italy on the panoramic carriages of the Bernina Express. Switzerland really is blessed with some amazing scenery and this vacation is a great way of seeing some of the best!

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Are you eager to venture beyond the confines of your ocean or river cruise and immerse yourself in a few days of exploration beyond the typical ports of call? Railbookers presents a thoughtfully curated collection of pre and post-cruise extension vacations, offering you the opportunity to delve deeper into destinations such as the majestic Swiss Alps, the historical cities of Central Europe, the enchanting streets of Paris, and more! Whether you opt for one of Railbookers’ meticulously planned journeys or prefer a customized vacation tailored by a AAA Travel Advisor, rest assured that no request is too complex. With AAA and Railbookers, the process of planning your next bucket list cruise extension vacation becomes stress-free and enjoyable.

LIMITED TIME OFFER: • For a limited time only, save $400 per couple on all Railbookers’ pre or post cruise extensions rail vacations inclusive of 7 nights or more

AAA MEMBERS RECEIVE: • Save $50 per booking on vacations of 5 days or more

Save $400 per couple on all Railbookers’ Pre or Post Cruise Extension rail vacations inclusive of 7 nights or more. This offer is only valid for bookings made between February 12 - April 30, 2024. Rate is per person and prices are based upon double occupancy. Package prices are subject to change without notice, and all reservations are based upon availability. Offer is combinable with AAA Member Benefit. Railbookers AAA Member Benefit includes $50 per booking discount on packages consisting of 5+ nights, or $100 for 7+ nights. This offer is valid for departures in 2024 and 2025. This sale is not combinable with other in market

offers, please call for details. Seasonal activity, (if applicable) during the off-season, some tours may not be available. To count as a night, accommodations must be booked through a Railbookers Group brand.

All bookings must be made over the phone. Other exclusions and restrictions may apply. Hotel and room facilities vary and may be subject to additional fees. Some will require payment of local city taxes on arrival.

Discount applicable for adults only. New reservations only. This sale is not combinable with other in market offers, please contact your AAA Travel Advisor for more information.

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• Save $100 per booking on vacations of 7 days or more

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Book now through April 12, 2024 Between January 9, 2024 and April 12, 2024, book select National Geographic Expeditions Signature Land and River Cruise departures and save: (1) $500 off per person on select Signature Land departures between January and June 2025; or (2) $750 off per person on all available 2025 River Cruise departures. The per-person savings is taken from the non-discounted prevailing rate for each departure as quoted on the date of booking (“Regular Rate”). Regular Rates are based on double occupancy, vary depending on departure date and time of booking, and are subject to change. Travel must be booked 30 days prior to applicable departure date. Not applicable to deposit or extensions. Not valid for Suites. Qualifying itineraries have an offer designation on the Special Offers box of the itinerary page on https://www.nationalgeographic.com/expeditions/. Any offer designations may not reflect real-time offer availability. Availability of the offer is subject to confirmation at time of booking and paying the standard trip deposit. Any courtesy hold, without payment of the standard deposit, will not guarantee availability of the offer for the selected departure date. Valid for new bookings only. Offer availability is limited for each departure and is subject to availability at the time of booking. May not be combined with other offers, discounts, or promotions. A limited number of staterooms of certain categories are available for the promotion. Offer valid for residents of the U.S. and Canada (except for Quebec where the offer is only available to travel agents). Not valid for group bookings. Void where prohibited. Offer is subject to restrictions and conditions and may change without notice. Bookings subject to restrictions and trip standard terms and conditions.

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