CLUBMail Winter 2016

WINTER 2016

YOUR TICKET TO GREAT THEATER AND TRAVEL!

OUR BIGGEST TRAVEL ISSUE EVER!

CUBA! PLUS:

Your tickets for The Sound of Music, The Wizard of Oz, Riverdance, Matilda and more! showofthemonth.com

In this issue…

THEATER &

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FEBRUARY 2016

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Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles 2/26–27 5

MARCH 2016

Fast Company 3/4–27 10 Bootycandy 3/12–4/9 11 Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater 3/17–20 5 The Realish Housewives of Boston 3/29–4/3 6 Rodgers & Hammerstein’s 6 The Sound of Music 3/29–4/10

APRIL 2016

Mr. Burns 4/8–5/7 10 The Wizard of Oz 4/12–24 7 Boston Ballet's Swan Lake 4/29–5/26 7 Dogfight 5/7–6/4 11 Riverdance: The 20th Anniversary 9 World Tour 5/10–15 Peter and the Starcatcher 5/20–6/26 10

JUNE 2016

The Buddy Holly Story 6/1–19 11 Funny Girl 6/7–19 12 Matilda the Musical 6/14–26 8 West Side Story 6/22–7/16 11

JULY 2016

If/Then 7/5–17 9 Mary Poppins 7/12–24 12 The Wizard of Oz 7/20–8/13 9

AUGUST 2016

Singin' in the Rain 8/16–28 12 Sister Act 8/17–9/4 11

SEPTEMBER 2016

Spamalot 9/27–10/9 12

EXCITING THEATER GETAWAY! The Sound of Music 4/9–10, 2016

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Venice 4/16–22 34 Virginia’s International Tattoo 18 & Azalea Festival 4/21–25 Classic Tuscany 4/23–5/1 35 The Amalfi Coast 4/30–5/8 36

MAY 2016

Walking in Liguria & the Cinque Terre 5/7–15 37 Enchanting Umbria 5/7–15 38 Italy’s Seaside Resorts 5/13–22 39 Canadian Tulip Festival 19 & 1000 Islands 5/20–23 Boston Red Sox vs.

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JUNE 2016

MAY 2016

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Quechee Balloon Festival 6/17–19 Bar Harbor 6/24–26

JULY 2016

Canada’s Atlantic Coast 7/3–9 Spotlight on Dublin 7/9–15 The French Riviera, Provence & Paris 7/9–17 Edinburgh & Castles of Scotland 7/14–23 Boston Red Sox vs.

New York Yankees 7/16–17 Connecticut Drive Yourself Weekend with Goodspeed Musical 7/29–31

AUGUST 2016

Berkshires Drive Yourself Getaway with Tangewood Concert 8/1–3 Switzerland, Alsace & the Black Forest 8/4–15 Berkshires Drive Yourself Getaway with Tanglewood Concert 8/12–14 Northern National Parks 8/12–19 Montreal & Quebec City 8/14–18 Jewels of Alpine Europe 8/15–27 Galapagos Islands Cruise & Ecuador 8/22–31 Berkshires Drive Yourself Getaway with Tanglewood Concert 8/26–28 Connecticut Drive Yourself Weekend with Goodspeed Musical 8/26–28 America’s National Parks 8/29–9/6 Alaska Discover Cruise & Land Tour 8/30–9/11

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TRAVEL Planner SEPTEMBER 2016

U.S. National Parks 9/2–13 Sardinia & Rome 9/3–11 Australia 9/5–18 Budapest, Vienna & Prague 9/6–15 Colorado Adventure 9/7–12 Legendary Ireland 9/7–15 Mackinac Island 9/8–15 South Dakota: Badlands & Black Hills 9/9–15 Puglia, Basilicata & Calabria 9/9–17 Legendary Italy 9/9–19 The Rocky Mountains of Colorado & Utah 9/10–18 The French Riviera, Provence & Paris 9/10–18 The Hamptons 9/11–12 Netherlands, Belgium & Paris 9/12–22 The Greek Islands 9/13–25 Switzerland, Austria, & Munich Oktoberfest 9/14–23 Paris, Venice & Vienna 9/15–26 New Zealand 9/15–29 Connecticut Drive Yourself Weekend with Goodspeed Musical 9/16–18 Boothbay Harbor 9/16–18 Lakes & Villages of Northern Italy 9/17–25 The Hamptons 9/18–19 Coastal Treasure of the Pacific Northwest 9/18–26 London & Paris 9/20–28 Discover Poland 9/22–10/3 Adirondack Balloon Festival 9/23–25 San Francisco & Wine Country 9/23–29 The Island of Ischia & Sorrento 9/23–10/1 Croatia: Dalmatian Sunshine 9/23–10/2 Italy's Seaside Resorts 9/23–10/2 Portugal & Its Islands 9/23–10/5 The Amalfi Coast 9/24–10/2 Nice & The Cinque Terre 9/24–10/2 The Hamptons 9/25–26 The Azores 9/25–10/2 Switzerland, Austria, & Bavaria 9/28–10/7

p. 23 p. 48 Canyon Country 9/29–10/7

OCTOBER 2016

Amsterdam Getaway 10/1–7 Memphis & Nashville 10/1–6 Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta 10/1–6 Parma 10/1–9

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The Amalfi Coast 10/1–9 Valley Forge & Philadelphia 10/2–4 Getaway to Iceland 10/2–7 The Azores 10/2–9 Ocean City, Maryland 10/3–6 Golden Prague 10/3–9 Jewels of Alpine Europe 10/3–15 Barcelona, Southern France & the Italian Riviera 10/5–16 Paris, Burgundy & Avignon 10/7–14 Classic Tuscany 10/8–16 British Landscapes 10/8–17 The Greek Islands 10/8–20 Montreal Getaway 10/9–11 Budapest Getaway 10/10–16 Valencia & Barcelona 10/12–19 Paris, Normandy & the Loire Valley 10/14–23 England's Treasures 10/14–25 Galapagos Islands Cruise & Ecuador 10/17–26 Paris Escape 10/21–27 Classic Sicily 10/22–30 New Orleans & the Gulf Coast 10/30–11/4 Roman Holiday 10/30–11/5 Florence Getaway 10/30–11/5

NOVEMBER 2016

Emerald Isle Escape 11/2–9 Venice 11/5–11 Iceland's Magical Northern Lights 11/5–11 Discover Portugal 11/5–13 Dublin Getaway 11/7–13 London: Long Thanksgiving Weekend 11/23–27 Europe's Magical Christmas Markets 11/26–12/2 Christmastime Cruise on the Danube 11/26–12/4

DECEMBER 2016

Tropical Costa Rica 12/3–11 Charm of the South p. 51 at the Holidays 12/4–9 Discover Cuba 12/6–14 New Year's in London 12/29/16–1/4/17

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HAPPY NEW YEAR! N

ew Year’s resolutions are hard to keep, but if one of your resolutions is to travel more in 2016, then you’re in luck!

This issue of ClubMail is the largest ever. Inside are more than 100 travel experiences. They are the best of the best.

We know that because we plan most of them with your input. And you members are very smart people! You love theater, you love to travel and you also appreciate great value for your money. And that’s what the Clubs are all about.

This year’s trips are amazing. How about Iceland to see the northern lights or a lively, stress–free jaunt around the Irish countryside? We also have the perfect introduction to Cuba, quickly becoming one of the most exciting destinations on the planet. Then there’s Costa Rica, the Galapagos Islands and astonishing New Zealand. Too far?

No problem, we have it covered—there are more than 30 vacations right here in the good old U.S.A.: For example, our Alaska Discover Cruise & Land Tour is a once-in-alifetime experience. We have two U.S. National Parks itineraries, a week in Colorado and a fabulous week in San Francisco and the wine country. You can take a luxury motorcoach to see the Red Sox play in New York or Drive Yourself to the Berkshires and enjoy a concert at Tanglewood. And there’s more, lots more!

First Time Traveler Discount

CUBA

ALASKA

Speaking of “more,” our resolution is to encourage more of our members to travel this year. So, for those members who have never tried a Travel Club trip, we have a gift for you. Book your first trip before March 31, 2016 and you’ll receive a $100 discount on any trip that includes roundtrip air transportation. Membership has its privileges!

Last But Not Least

RIVERDANCE

2016 is going to be a great year for Boston area theater. Our May catalog will announce the new fall season. In the meantime, the marquees will be ablaze all winter and spring with shows like The Sound of Music, The Wizard of Oz, Matilda and the 20th Anniversary World Tour of Riverdance, to name a few.

Give us a call. We have your tickets.

There you have it—a year of world-class theater and around-the-world travel, all arranged for members-only. Enjoy!

Tim Montgomery, President 4

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CITI WANG THEATRE

270 Tremont Street, Boston

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RAIN Playing: February 26–27, 2016 Order by: January 28 Run Time: 2 hrs. 20 min.

Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles is a live multimedia spectacular that takes you on a musical journey through the life and times of the world’s most celebrated band.

Featuring new songs and high definition imagery, this expanded Rain adds even more hits that you know and love from the vast anthology of Beatles classics such as “I Want To Hold Your Hand,” “Hard Day’s Night,” “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band,” “Let It Be,” “Come Together” and “Hey Jude.”

This stunning concert event takes you back in time with the legendary foursome delivering a notefor-note theatrical event that is the next best thing to the Beatles. Don’t miss the Broadway smash that’s taking the world by storm: Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles.

ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER Playing: March 17–20, 2016 Order by: February 5 Run time: 2 hrs.

Often referred to as the world’s leading modern dance company, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater grew from a now-fabled performance in March 1958 at the 92nd Street YMCA in New York City. Led by Alvin Ailey and a group of young AfricanAmerican modern dancers, that performance forever changed the perception of American dance. The magnificent Ailey company continues its exciting new expansion of repertoire under artistic director Robert Battle while celebrating the core works that solidified the group as “a vital American cultural ambassador to the world.”

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CITI WANG THEATRE

270 Tremont Street, Boston

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THE REALISH HOUSEWIVES OF BOSTON Playing: March 29–April 3, 2016 Order by: February 22 Run Time: TBA Brawls! Booze! Botox! The Realish Housewives are coming to the Shubert Theatre. Get ready for oodles of hometown reality in this totally origina—and outlandish—parody performance, where you’ll meet Rovanka, the baroness of an uncertain ethnicity; Claudia Louise, glamourous and conniving in equal measure; Desiree, neck supermodel; Brooke, self-made business tycoon; and Gwen, the only one in the bunch with half a brain.

Laugh along as these loony ladies who lunch, along with your host, Randy, take on the current events and people making headlines in Boston…that is, if they don’t strangle each other first. Even the audience gets in on the act in this can’t-take-your-eyes-off-it train wreck that’s guaranteed to leave you and your best frenemies laughing ’til you cry your false eyelashes off!

The Realish Housewives of Boston is an original play created and written by veteran Chicago-based comics Kate James and Tim Sniffen.

THE BOSTON OPERA HOUSE 539 Washington Street, Boston

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RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S THE SOUND OF MUSIC Playing: March 29–April 10, 2016 Order by: February 26 Run time: 2 hrs. 10 min.

The hills are alive! A brand new production of The Sound of Music, directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jack O’Brien, is coming to the Boston Opera House! The spirited, romantic and beloved musical story of Maria and the Von Trapp Family will once again thrill audiences with its Tony, Grammy and Academy Award-winning Best Score, including “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “Edelweiss” and the title song. 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of the film version, which continues to be the most successful movie musical in history.

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CITI WANG THEATRE

270 Tremont Street, Boston

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THE WIZARD OF OZ Playing: April 12–24, 2016 Order by: February 26 Run time: 2hrs. 20 min.

We’re off to see…the most magical adventure of them all!

This new production of The Wizard of Oz is an enchanting adaptation of the all-time classic, totally reconceived for the stage. Developed from the ever popular MGM screenplay, this production contains the beloved songs from the Oscarwinning movie score, all the favorite characters and iconic moments, plus a few surprises along the way, including new songs by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber. Click your heels together and join Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Dorothy and her little dog Toto, as they journey through the magical land of Oz to meet the Wizard and obtain their hearts’ desires. Watch out for the Wicked Witch of the West and her winged monkeys as you rediscover the real story of Oz in this fantastic musical treat for the whole family.

THE BOSTON OPERA HOUSE 539 Washington Street, Boston

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SWAN LAKE

When Mikko Nissinen’s fresh take on this quintessential ballet debuted in 2014 it was hailed as “luminous” by The Wall Street Journal. Do not miss this limited engagement as Swan Lake won’t return to the stage for several years. One of the most beloved and quintessential classical ballets, Swan Lake premiered in 1877 and like many of the best stories, it has been retold over the years.

Russian choreographers Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov collaborated with Tchaikovsky to create the cherished version that served as Nissinen’s inspiration. While remaining true to their intent, Nissinen added choreography and reunited with award-winning designer Robert Perdziola (The Nutcracker) to create the spectacular sets and costumes.

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Ashley Ellis by Eric Levin

Playing: April 29–May 26, 2016 Order by: March 25 Run time: 2 hrs. 25 min.

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THE BOSTON OPERA HOUSE 539 Washington Street, Boston

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MATILDA THE MUSICAL Playing: June 14–26, 2016 Order by: May 13 Run time: 2 hrs. 30 min.

Time magazine’s #1 show of the year! Winner of 50 international awards, including four Tony Awards, Matilda the Musical is the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Based on the beloved novel by Roald Dahl, Matilda continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages on Broadway and in London’s West End. The Wall Street Journal says, “The makers of Matilda have done the impossible—triumphantly! It is smart, sweet, zany and stupendous fun.”

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CITI WANG THEATRE

270 Tremont Street, Boston

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RIVERDANCE: THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR Playing: May 10–15, 2016 Order by: March 31 Run time: 2hrs. 20 min.

The international Irish dance phenomenon is back by popular demand in Riverdance: The 20th Anniversary World Tour. Drawing on Irish traditions, the combined talents of the performers propel Irish dancing and music into the present day, capturing the imagination of audiences across all ages and cultures in an innovative and exciting blend of dance, music and song. Of all the performances to emerge from Ireland—in rock, music, theater and film—nothing has carried the energy, the sensuality and the spectacle of Riverdance. Riverdance: The 20th Anniversary World Tour is composed by Bill Whelan, produced by Moya Doherty and directed by John McColgan, and comes directly to North America from a sold out run across Europe and Asia.

THE BOSTON OPERA HOUSE 539 Washington Street, Boston

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IF/THEN Playing: July 5–17, 2016 Order by: June 3 Run time: 2 hrs. 35 min.

If/Then is a contemporary Broadway musical about living in New York today—and all the possibilities of tomorrow. With unforgettable songs and a deeply moving story by the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning creators of Next to Normal, this “fascinating, ambitious, and original new musical” (New York Post) simultaneously follows one woman’s two possible life paths, painting a deeply moving portrait of the lives we lead, as well as the lives we might have led.

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LYRIC STAGE COMPANY 140 Clarendon St, Boston

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FAST COMPANY Playing: March 4–27, 2016 Order by: February 4 Run time: 2 hrs.

Mable Kwan is a tough cookie and the best grifter who ever lived... and she raised her kids to be just like her. Son Francis is the top roper around and H is the number one fixer. But it’s Blue—the outcast of the family—who surprises everyone by putting together the score of the decade. Fast Company is a fast, funny, and dangerous theatrical crime caper that will keep you guessing about who’s on top and who’s getting conned.

MR. BURNS Playing: April 8–May 7, 2016 Order by: March 29 Run time: 2 hrs. 15 min.

“One of the most exciting and challenging plays we’ve seen in years!” Mr. Burns does the impossible: it manages to take the end of civilization and create glowing objects of wonder and beauty.

After a world-wide catastrophe, refugees find each other huddled around a fire in the woods. To keep in touch with their past lives, they try recounting the “Cape Feare” episode of “The Simpsons.”

Mr. Burns is an emotional epic about the human ability to survive and to reinvent the world through the art of storytelling. “Downright brilliant! When was the last time you met a new play that was so smart it made your head spin?” —The New York Times

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Playing: May 20–June 26, 2016 Order by: April 18 Run time: TBA Peter and the Starcatcher chronicles the adventures of Molly, a girl charged to protect a cargo of stardust from falling into the wrong hands, and an orphan named Peter who eventually becomes The Boy Who Never Grew Up. Peter and the Starcatcher is a swashbuckling grownup prequel to Peter Pan that will have you hooked from the moment you let your mind take wing.

As the New York Times raved, “this show never stops flying!”

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SPEAKEASY STAGE COMPANY

Roberts Studio Theatre • 527 Tremont Street, Boston

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BOOTYCANDY

Bootycandy is a shockingly funny and saucy spin on race, sex, and sexuality. Based on Robert Playing: March 12– O’Hara’s own experiences growing up black and April 9, 2016 gay, the play unfolds in a series of loosely linked Order by: February 12 vignettes that take no prisoners when confrontRun time: 2 hrs. 30 min. ing racial, sexual, and cultural stereotypes.

With outrageous humor and real heart, O’Hara tests how we talk about our bodies at home, in church, and in the theatre. Recommended for ages 17+ due to adult language and content.

DOGFIGHT

It’s November 21, 1963, and on the eve of their deployment to a small but growing conflict in Southeast Asia, three young Marines set out for one final boys’ night of debauchery, partying, and maybe a little trouble. But when Corporal Eddie Birdlace meets Rose, an awkward and idealistic waitress he enlists to win a cruel bet with his fellow recruits, she rewrites the rules of the game and teaches him the power of love and compassion.

Playing: May 7–June 4, 2016 Order by: April 8 Run time: 2 hrs. 15 min.

THEATRE BY THE SEA

364 Cards Pond Road, Wakefield, RI

PREMIUM ORCHESTRA SEATING: 10% DISCOUNT Thu, Fri, Sat Eve and Sat, Sun Mat $58.50

THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY

Follow the incredible journey of Buddy’s meteoric rise to the top of the record charts during the golden days of rock ’n’ roll in this dynamic tribute musical. You’ll be cheering for more, with such rousing ’50s favorites as “Peggy Sue,” “Oh Boy,” “Maybe Baby,” “That’ll Be the Day,” “Raining in My Heart,” Ritchie Valens’ “La Bamba" and the Big Bopper’s “Chantilly Lace.” This joyous celebration of a musical legend has audiences on their feet in every corner of the globe and it will explode on the Theatre

By The Sea stage in a toe-tapping, hand-clapping extravaganza! “Oh Boy!” Playing: June 1–19, 2016 Order by: May 2

WEST SIDE STORY

Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City, as two young idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the ‘American’ Jets and the ‘Puerto Rican’ Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world filled with hate, violence and prejudice is one of this country’s most innovative, heart-wrenching and relevant musical dramas of our time. From the first notes to the final breath,West Side Story is one of the greatest love stories of all time.

Playing: June 22–July 16, 2016 Order by: May 16

THE WIZARD OF OZ

There truly is no place like home as the greatest family musical of all time lands on the stage Theatre

By The Sea. You will be swept away by our celebration of the iconic 1939 MGM film. The entire family will be captivated as they travel down the Yellow Brick Road and beyond with Dorothy, Toto and their friends the Cowardly Lion, Tin Man and Scarecrow in this lavish production, featuring magical special effects, dazzling choreography and the classic songs you love.

Playing: July 20–August 13, 2016 Order by: June 13

SISTER ACT

When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in one place the cops are sure she won't be a found: a convent.

Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and the uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique talents to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church, but in doing so blows her cover. Soon it is nunon-the-run time but she finds salvation in the heavenly power of her newly found sisterhood.

Playing: August 17–September 4, 2016 Order by: July 4

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NORTH SHORE MUSIC THEATRE

INNER CIRCLE SEATING: 10% DISCOUNT Order today at showofthemonth.com

62 Dunham Road, Beverly

FUNNY GIRL

The wonderfully opulent yet intimate story of Fanny Brice, a goofy comic singer, who rises from ugly duckling to national fame. In Vaudeville, in The Ziegfeld Follies, in Hollywood films and on the radio, Fanny Brice was one of the most celebrated entertainers of her time. A celebrated musical comedy filled with extravagant production numbers and show-stopping songs, Funny Girl is her story. As talented as she was, she deserved to be loved by everyone—audience and husband alike. Songs include “I’m The Greatest Star,” “I Want To Be Seen With You Tonight,” “Don’t Rain On My Parade,” “People,” “The Music That Makes Me Dance,” “Who Are You Now?”

Playing: June 7–19 Order by: May 9

MARY POPPINS

She’s practically perfect in every way!

Get ready for Mary Poppins to fly over the rooftops of London and onto the stage at North Shore Music Theatre!

This family musical, winner of 44 major theatre awards from around the globe, has captivated audiences for generations, and now the enchanting story, unforgettable songs and breathtaking production numbers will dazzle and delight theatergoers of all ages. Believe in the magic and discover a world where anything can happen if you let it! Songs include “Step in Time,” “Anything Can Happen,” “Chim Chim Cher-Ee,” “Practically Per fec t,” “A Spoon f u l of Su g a r,” “Feed t he Bird s,” “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.”

Playing: July 12–24 Order by: June 13

SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN

Experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood’s golden age. It’s 1927, and Playing: August 16–28 Don Lockwood and Lina LaMont are Order by: July 11 the toast of Tinseltown until “talkies” come on the scene. Of course, you remember Gene Kelly splashing his way through the famous MGM film the greatest movie musical ever made. But have you seen it live? Join us as we make a big splash with this spectacular and romantic musical comedy. There will be wonderful singin’ and dancin’ and, yes, it really will rain onstage! Songs incude “Singin’ in the Rain,” “Fit As A Fiddle,” “You Stepped Out of A Dream,” “Would You,” “Make ’Em Laugh,” “Moses Supposes,” “Good Morning,” “What’s Wrong With Me?”

SPAMALOT

The funniest show on earth is coming to spread laughter and merriment throughout the North Shore! Monty Python’s Spamalot, the outrageous musical comedy lovingly ripped off from the film classic Monty Python and the Holy Grail, tells the story of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table as they embark on their quest for the Holy Grail. Flying cows, killer rabbits, taunting Frenchmen and show-stopping musical numbers are just a few of the reasons audiences are eating up Spamalot. Songs include “I Am Not Dead Yet,” “Find Your Grail,” “Always Look on the Bright Side of Life,” “The Diva’s Lament” “The Song That Goes Like This,” “You Won’t Succeed On Broadway.”

Playing: September 27– October 9 Order by: August 29

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Traveler Reviews Amalfi October 2015 Hotel was excellent, waitstaff were terrific. Menu and food wonderful…loved the cooking lesson. Two of the lunch restaurants were outstanding. Wine tasting restaurant and restaurant in Ravello—so special, and wonderful food.

—Maura and George S. Amalfi October 2015 We had a wonderful time exploring the Amalfi Coast from the comfortable and picturesque base in Maiori. Our guide Alessandra really helped us make the most of each place we visited. She was an excellent, capable, engaging woman who cared about us and our experience in her native land. The size of the group was just right, the hotel was clean and comfortable and the bus driver was amazing. The trip was fabulous and we would travel with The Club again.

—Nancy and Kevin B.

AMALFI COAST

Memphis & Nashville October 2015 Our guide was excellent, full of energy. Took a few days to find our way around Nashville hotel but it was an absolutely beautiful place. Would definitely repeat this trip.

—Beverly T. Sicily October 2015 Overall excellent trip. Surprised by the good interaction of the group…have not previously traveled this way. Great guide…Rosa was very knowledgeable and made the travel enjoyable. Great bus drive, bus very comfortable. Will definitely travel with The Travel Club again.

NASHVILLE

Emerald Isle Escape November 2015 Our Tour Guide, Tony MacCarthy, was fabulous. Great sense of humor, quick wit and very knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend the tour!

—Jean R. Tuscany October 2015 Our tour guide, Gabriella, was wonderful. I liked the size of the group.

I feel like I have 27 new friends. Can't thing of anything to change.

—Ellen L. Amalfi Coast October 2015 Donatella, our tour guide, was amazing. Very knowledgeable, outgoing and easygoing. Hotel staff was awesome also. I would love to travel with The Club again. Great Trip!!! I got engaged on the trip… great memories! —Jen C. Amalfi Coast October 2015 I have taken seven or eight Club trips. This was probably the best in terms of quality, service and value. Our guide, Donatella, was outstanding as well as the drivers that accompanied her. The lunches provided were excellent. The wine tour and lunch was a highlight.

—Brenda R.

TUSCANY

Amalfi Coast September 2015 Trip was well organized and tour guide was excellent. I will travel again with the Club in the future.

What a fantastic trip.

—Donna B.

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You Can Be a Group Leader!

Earn big discounts for your vacation!

Being a Group Leader and traveling with friends and family is rewarding! With our new Friends & Family Program, you can start earning discounts when 5 friends or family join your tour.

• 5–7 traveling/paying passengers*: $100 discount to the group leader

• 8 traveling/paying passengers*: $200 discount to the group leader

• 9 traveling/paying passengers*: $300 discount to the group leader

• 10 traveling/paying passengers*: $400 discount to the group leader

* traveling/paying passengers do not include group leader

Which tours can be booked for Friends & Family?

Friends and Family reservations apply only to tours that include round-trip air.

How are earned credits applied to my booking?

Discounts will be applied as follows: Up to 4 paid-in-full passengers: $0; 5–7 paid-in-full passengers: $100 total; 8 paid-in-full passengers: $200 total; 9 paid-in-full passengers: $300 total; 10 paid-in-full passengers: $400 total. The discount of up to $400 will be applied to group leader's reservation only and will be reflected in their confirmation/invoice. Should any of the passengers cancel from the program; the discount will be adjusted.

Flexible Payment Plan After securing your reservation with your initial deposit you can pay as much or as little as you want until the final payment due date listed on your confirmation.

You can make payments towards your trip as you see fit on an ongoing basis. This way, travelers are assured of a seat on a tour without having to make the entire payment in advance or racking up charges on a credit card and then incurring additional interest payments. It is the responsibility of the traveler to send regular payments toward their vacation.

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GO ON THE ROAD WITH THE BOSTON RED SOX! vs BALTIMORE

ORIOLES

Tuesday, May 31–Thursday, June 2, 2016

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ead to the Renaissance city of Baltimore for a two-game matchup (times TBA) against the Orioles in historic Camden Yards—a classic stadium like Fenway Park with lots of charm. You’ll stay two nights in Timonium, MD (with transfers to the ballpark) and enjoy a visit to Gettysburg National Military Park and Battlefield Tour.

RESERVE TODAY

$449

per person double occupancy $439 per person triple occupancy; $569 for single reservations; $359 for child. Deposit is $150 pp, $100 of which is non-refundable. MH Ross Travel Protection is $40 pp.*

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • Two nights’ accommodations: Holiday Inn, Timonium, MD • Tickets to two games at Camden Yards (times TBA) • Two breakfasts • Services of professional Tour Manager

After deadline, call for availability.

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Saturday, July 16–Sunday, July 17, 2016

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he Travel Club’s sports getaways are wildly popular and always sell out. Head to New York for a classic matchup between baseball’s legendary rivals—the Red Sox and the Yankees!

This quick getaway includes a game at the new Yankee Stadium, accommodations in convenient Secaucus, NJ and a free day in NYC—you’ll head into Manhattan on Sunday after breakfast and depart the city late afternoon. Go Sox!

RESERVE BY: February 29,2016

$349

per person double occupancy $339 per person triple occupancy; $449 for single reservations; $289 for child reservations.

Deposit is $150 pp, $100 of which is non-refundable. MH Ross Travel Protection Plan is $40 pp.*

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • One nights’ accommodations: Holiday Inn, Secaucus, NJ • Deluxe continental breakfast on Sunday • Ticket to one game at Yankee Stadium on Saturday (time TBA) • Free day in NYC • Services of professional Tour Manager

After deadline, call for availability.

* Although not required, we recommend purchasing the insurance. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Child rates apply for children 7-17 sharing a room with two adults at the double occupancy rate.

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DRIVE YOURSELF GETAWAYS BERKSHIRES GETAWAY and

TANGLEWOOD CONCERT

Monday, August 1–Wednesday, August 3

Friday, August 12–Sunday, August 14

Tanglewood on Parade

John Williams Film Night

$599*

$519*

Boston Pops Orchestra, John Williams, Conductor

Boston Symphony Orchestra, Boston Pops Orchestra Ravel La Valse, Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture with fireworks

Saturday Evening Concert

Tuesday Evening Concert

Friday, August 26–Sunday, August 28

$599*

The Boston Pops Orchestra Keith Lockhart, Conductor Raiders of the Lost Ark

Friday Evening Concert

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concert at Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, is an American tradition. This iconic setting, with the Berkshires in the background, makes for a summer evening you’ll never forget. We've chosen three amazing concerts that include conductor Keith Lockhart, our home-town Boston Pops and of course, John Williams' wonderful Film Night. Accommodations are at the historic Red Lion Inn in the heart of Nor ma n Roc k wel l 's favor ite tow n, Stockbridge, and we've included admission to The Mount, the lovely estate home and gardens of author Edith Wharton.

*per person double occupancy in Standard Deluxe Rooms The Red Lion Inn has several room types available yet rooms with two beds are limited. Call The Travel Club for room arrangements and triple and single reservations. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Two nights’ first-class accommodations: The Red Lion Inn, Stockbridge • Full breakfast each morning • Concert—Tanglewood reserved shed seat • The Mount Estate & Gardens admission • To-Go Picnic Lunch provided by The Red Lion Inn • Parking at hotel

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DRIVE YOURSELF WEEKENDS The Connecticut River Valley and

GOODSPEED MUSICALS

Bye Bye Birdie: Friday, July 29–Sunday, July 31, 2016 $469* A Sign of the Times: Friday, August 26–Sunday, August 28, 2016 $429* Chasing Rainbows, The Road to Oz: Friday, Sept. 16–Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016 $469*

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njoy a delightful New England weekend in the Connecticut River Valley. You set the pace on these drive-yourself weekends while we provide the first-class amenities, including admission to the Mystic Aquarium.

Highlighted by Friday evening tickets at one of America’s world-class musical theatres—The Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam— our weekends include a two-night stay at the Inn at Middletown, just 30 minutes away. (A Sign of the Times is performed at Goodspeed's Norma Terris Theatre in nearby Chester.)

Located on Main Street, the historic National Guard Armory has been transformed into an elegant 100-room inn situated at the entrance of renowned Wesleyan University. With charming, colonial-style decor, the Inn has a restaurant, lounge and indoor pool and spa.

Main Street, part of the Broad Street Historic District, offers visitors a classic New England experience and has a variety of shops, restaurants and entertainment. This year we've included a wonderful Saturday experience for you: enjoy a combination steam train and riverboat cruise on the Connecticut River.

BECKY THATCHER RIVERBOAT

*Prices are per person double occupancy. July & September: triple $389, quad $349, single $739; August: triple $349, quad $309, single $699. Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

• Two nights’ first-class accommodations: Inn at Middletown • Continental breakfast Saturday and Sunday • To-go picnic lunch provided by the Inn • 10% off at Tavern at the Armory restaurant • Friday evening orchestra ticket at Goodspeed Opera House • Admission to Mystic Aquarium (at your leisure) • Saturday Essex Clipper steam train and riverboat cruise • Parking at hotel

RESERVE BY: July Trip: April 25, 2016 August Trip: May 23, 2016 September Trip: June 13, 2016 After deadline, call for availability.

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BOSTON THEATER WEEKEND AT THE REVERE HOTEL

Reserve early at showofthemonth.com/travel or call 617-338-1111.

A BRAND NEW PRODUCTION OF A THEATRICAL FAVORITE!

$385 pp/do APRIL 9–10, 2016

The Boston Opera House

OUR ONE-NIGHT WEEKEND INCLUDES: • Saturday night hotel accommodations at the Revere Hotel • Sunday breakfast • Saturday evening top-price theater ticket • Parking at hotel (one car per room) • $25 Dining Gift Certificate for Maggiano’s Little Italy*

* (one certificate for two persons; one certificate accepted per table) Conveniently located in Boston’s Theatre District near the Boston Common, the Revere Hotel features the exciting Emerald Lounge. You’ll enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi internet access, a fitness center, and indoor pool with sundeck that overlooks the city. All guestrooms feature large private city-view balconies and coffeemakers. You’ll receive a welcome beverage (non-alcoholic) upon arrival and bottled water for your room.

200 Stuart Street

VIRGINIA’S AZALEA FESTIVAL & INTERNATIONAL TATTOO Thursday, April 21–Monday, April 25, 2016

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ow! Stunning gardens, beachfront accommodations, a plantation visit, a military tattoo, an international parade and a casino stay! We can’t ask for more than that!

After one night’s accommodations in Fredericksburg, VA we’ll visit Kenmore Plantation and Gardens before we arrive at the largest pleasure beach in the world—Virginia Beach—and our balcony rooms on the boardwalk. At nearby Norfolk we’ll enjoy reserved seats for both the Azalea Festival’s “Parade of Nations” and the largest Tattoo in the U.S. with more than 650 performers. Add in visits to the MacArthur Memorial, Norfolk Botanical Garden and Assateague Island on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, and one night at Dover Down Hotel and Casino and this getaway is packed!

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$799

per person double occupancy $789 per person triple occupancy, $1,099 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $75. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • Four nights’ accommodations: 1n Fredericksburg, 2n Virginia Beach, 1n Dover • Seven meals: four breakfasts, three dinners • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional Tour Manager

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

CANADIAN TULIP FESTIVAL & the thousand islands

Friday, May 20–Monday, May 23, 2016

$699

Photo by Paul Shannon

per person double occupancy $689 per person triple occupancy, $969 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $60. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

with us to the largest tulip festival in C ome the world with over one million bulbs on

display! We’ll start in the heart of the Thousand Islands in Alexandria, NY and enjoy accommodations on the St. Lawrence Seaway overlooking Boldt Castle. After a scenic cruise and castle visit we’ll head to Ottawa where we’ll enjoy a city tour, a visit to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Stables and a free afternoon to enjoy the Tulip Festival—originally a gift of gratitude from the Queen of the Netherlands in 1945—on our own.

INCLUDES: • Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • Three nights’ accommodations: 1n Alexandria, 2n Ottawa • Five meals: three breakfasts, two dinners • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional Tour Manager

RESERVE BY: February 12, 2016 After deadline, call for availability.

DRIVE YOURSELF WEEKEND

QUECHEE, VT BALLOON FESTIVAL Friday, June 17–Sunday, June 19, 2016

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t’s “Up, Up and Away” on this festive Father’s Day weekend at the Hot Air Balloon Festival on the Quechee, VT Village Green! Chosen by Yankee Magazine as one of the top 20 summer events, the festival features more than 20 hot air balloons, music, craft artisans, a beer and wine garden and more. Weather and wind permitting, five balloon flights are scheduled during the weekend! We’ve provided accommodations at the Fireside Inn in West Lebanon, NH (less than 15 minutes from Quechee) and admission to the Vermont Institute of Natural Science where you’ll experience the unforgettable live raptor exhibition with some of the institutes rehabilitated birds of prey. There’s much to do and see in this lovely part of New England: Quechee Gorge, the beautiful Dartmouth College campus in nearby Hanover and the village of Woodstock, “almost ridiculously pretty” according to The Boston Globe.

$299

per person double occupancy $269 per person triple occupancy; $239 per person quad occupancy; $459 for single reservations. Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

• Two nights’ accommodations: Fireside Inn, West Lebanon, NH • Full breakfast Saturday and Sunday • Dinner one evening at hotel • Three-day admission to 37th Annual Quechee Vermont Hot Air Balloon Craft and Music Festival (including parking) • Admission to VT Institute of Natural Science and Live Raptor Show • Admission to Billings Farm and Museum, Woodstock • Parking at hotel

RESERVE BY: May 1, 2016

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CANADA’S ATLANTIC COAST

Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick with the Nova Scotia International Tattoo Sunday, July 3–Saturday, July 9, 2016

ANNE OF GREEN GABLES HOUSE

$1,619

per person double occupancy

PEGGY’S COVE LIGHTHOUSE

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elcome to Atlantic Canada—the Maritimes—a small group of islands and peninsulas with a rugged coastline, breathtaking mountain vistas, hidden fishing villages, a ribbon of lighthouses and fascinating cultural and historic attractions. We’ll begin with a drive to Portland and visits to the Portland Head Light and Old Port District before boarding the new Nova Star Ferry for our overnight passage to Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Enjoy a visit to Peggy’s Cove—one of the most photographed spots in Atlantic Canada—before arriving in Halifax and a city tour that includes the Titanic gravesites and a photo stop at the majestic Citadel National Historic Site. A highlight of this vacation is the famous International Tattoo evening performance! In Charlottetown, capital of Prince Edward Island, we’ll enjoy a lobsterbake and an excursion to the home of Anne of Green Gables. In New Brunswick we’ll see the truly amazing Hopewell Rocks on the shores of the Bay of Fundy (a Marine Wonder of the World) and the Reversing Falls before dinner on the impressive waterfront of Saint John.

Our last day sees us home by way of Maine and a midday stop for lunch.

RESERVE BY: March 28, 2016 After deadline, call for availability.

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$1,599 per person triple occupancy; $2,199 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $105.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • Five nights’ hotel accommodations • One night accommodations: inside cabin Nova Star Ferry • Eleven meals: six breakfasts, five dinners including a lobsterbake • International Tattoo reserved seats • Services of professional Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Portland Head Light, Portland Old Port District, Nova Star Ferry. Nova Scotia’s scenic lighthouse route, Peggy’s Cove, Halifax highlights tour, Titanic gravesites, Citadel, International Tattoo.

Prince Edward Island: Founder’s Hall and Time Travel Tunnel, lobsterbake dinner, Anne of Green Gables, Confederation Bridge, Hopewell Rocks.

Reversing Falls in Saint John.

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Motorcoach to Portland, ME; Nova Star Ferry, overnight to Yarmouth, NS DAYS 2–3 The Lord Nelson Hotel, Halifax, NS DAYS 4–5 Hotel on Pownal, Charlottetown, P.E.I. DAY 6 Chateau Saint John, Saint John, New Brunswick DAY 7 Motorcoach home

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

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BAR HARBOR, MAINE Friday, June 24–Sunday, June 26, 2016

go Downeast…to Bar Harbor on L et’s Mount Desert Island, home to Acadia

National Park and impressive Cadillac Mountain. We’ll settle into Four Diamond accommodations at the Blue Nose Inn offering ocean views of Frenchman Bay, lovely pools and garden paths. We’ve included a guided tour of Mount Desert Island and Acadia including a drive to the top of Cadillac (weather permitting). Later we’ll have time to explore Bar Harbor—19th-century New England’s premier summer resort—and wander the galleries and shops before boarding our lobstering cruise and a traditional Downeast Lobsterbake with piano entertainment at our hotel. As we head home on Sunday we’ll enjoy a quick stop at Mount Battle.

RESERVE BY: March 18, 2016

$449

per person double occupancy $439 per person triple occupancy; $569 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $24. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES: • Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • Two nights’ accommodations: Blue Nose Inn, Bar Harbor • Four meals: two breakfasts, two dinners including lobsterbake • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional Tour Manager

After deadline, call for availability.

MONTREAL and QUEBEC CITY Sunday, August 14–Thursday, August 18, 2016

$829

per person double occupancy $819 per person triple occupancy; $1,129 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $75.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

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hat’s in store for you on this five-day summer getaway to Canada’s Quebec province? Beauty, culture and tons of old world charm! Spend two nights in fabulous Montreal, with accommodations in the heart of the city. Enjoy breakfast amongst locals at neighborhood restaurants and a guided tour that includes the panoramic view from Mount Royal. After our arrival in Quebec City, we'll have a narrated tour of both New and Old Quebec including the Plains of Abraham.

After breakfast at the Parliament Building we'll take an excursion to the Shrine of Sainte Anne de Beaupre and Montmorency Falls, followed by a free afternoon.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • Four nights’ accommodations: Le Centre Sheraton, Montreal two nights, Hotel Palace Royal, Quebec City two nights • Six meals: four breakfasts, two dinners • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional Tour Manager

RESERVE BY: May 9, 2016

After deadline, call for availability.

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AMERICA’S NATIONAL PARKS & NATURAL WONDERS Monday, August 29–Tuesday, September 6, 2016

“There is nothing so American as our national parks.” —Franklin D. Roosevelt. the wild splendor of Yellowstone to F rom Zion National Park—a paradise “too stun-

ning for mere mortals”—we’ll explore an exceptional natural landscape on this new travel program as we visit five of America’s most popular National Parks. Considered the “Crown Jewel,” an unspoiled living museum, Yellowstone is also the first Park, established by Ulysses Grant in 1872. Witness a spectacular combination of mountains and meadows, lakes, hot springs and waterfalls, wildlife, and, of course, Old Faithful.

Home to the most rugged mountains in America, Grand Teton National Park’s skyscraping jagged peaks are often called “mountains of the imagination.” We’ll “cowboy up” in the resort town of Jackson, Wyoming, have a chance to float on the Snake River and enjoy chuckwagon food and western entertainment. Marvel at the sandstone cliffs and delicately sculpted pillars that create a magically-colored “forest of stone” in Bryce Canyon National Park.

Described as both enchanting and spectacular, the massive sandstone cliffs of Zion National Park will charm us in their colors of cream, pink, and red. We’ve saved the best for last as we journey to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World, for some of the most breathtaking views to be had in the U.S. On the last night of our vacation we’ll trade the majestic scenery of these amazing parks for the stunning neon glitter of a man-made wonder—Las Vegas!

RESERVE BY: April 22, 2016 FEATURES:

Yellowstone National Park, Old Faithful, Continental Divide, Yellostone Lake, Grand Canyon of Yellostone. Grand Teton Natinal Park, Jackson & Jenny Lakes, Chapel of Transformation, Bar J. Chuckwagon dinner and entertainment. Wyoming’s Star Valley. Salt Lake City tour. Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Grand Canyon National Park.

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BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK

$2,549

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,529 per person triple occupancy; $3,199 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. MH Ross Travel Protection is $175.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the insurance. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Salt Lake City and Las Vegas to Boston, via a connecting city • Eight nights’ accommodations • Thirteen meals: eight breakfasts, five dinners • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Manager

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Flight from Boston Sheraton Hotel, Salt Lake City, UT

DAYS 2–3 Yellowstone National Park, WY DAY 4

Antler Inn, Jackson, WY

DAY 5

Sheraton Hotel, Salt Lake City, UT

DAY 6

Ruby’s Inn, Bryce Canyon National Park, UT

DAY 7

North Rim Grand Canyon Hotel, AZ

DAY 8

Tropicana, Las Vegas, NV

DAY 9

Return flight to Boston

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

U.S. NATIONAL PARKS

Mesa Verde, Monument Valley, Grand Canyon, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, Grand Teton & Yellowstone Friday, September 2–Tuesday, September 13, 2016 FROM

$3,069

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

From $3,834 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Per person deposit is $600.

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oin The Travel Club as we visit five of America’s most breathtaking national parks—our great natural treasures. Each day we’ll experience a new destination, new landscape and new adventure. View the fascinating 800-year-old cliff dwellings lining the canyon walls of Colorado’s Mesa Verde National Park. We’ll devote two days to the Grand Canyon, including a visit to the South Rim and a full free day to explore independently.

Zion National Park is a maze of soaring sandstone cliffs decorated by time in hues of creams, pinks and reds. The dramatic arches, spires, steps and bridges of distinctive pink sandstone are the signature of Utah’s amazing Bryce Canyon National Park. Called the “Mountains of the Imagination,” the Grand Tetons of Wyoming form a stunning landscape where jagged peaks tower more than a mile above the valley floor. Lastly, we come to the wor ld ’s first national park— Yellowstone—designated in 1872, crowned with abundant wildlife, awe-inspiring views and the park’s famous hot springs and geysers, including Old Faithful. And, if these iconic landmarks weren’t enough, we’ve added a Santa Fe tour, a visit to the Old West mining town of Durango, an overnight in Salt Lake City and a three-night stay in the colorful resort town of Jackson, Wyoming.

RESERVE BY: March 25, 2016

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Albuquerque, NM and Jackson, WY to Boston, via a connecting city • Eleven nights’ three-star accommodations • Fourteen meals: ten breakfasts, four dinners with beer or wine • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

FEATURES:

Santa Fe: tour, Loretto Chapel, Wheelwright Gallery.

Mesa Verde National Park tour, Chimney Rock, Durango. Monument Valley, cliff dwellings, Spruce Tree House and Museum. Grand Canyon, Cameron Trading Post, South Rim walk. Vermilion Cliffs National Monument. Zion National Park. Bryce Canyon National Park. Grand Teton National Park, Logan Canyon, Bear Lake. Jackson: Yellowstone National Park, Old Faithful. OPTIONALS: Grand Canyon—Helicopter Ride. Jackson—The Grand Tetons by Horseback, Snake River Float.

MISSOULA, MT & GLACIER NATIONAL PARK 3n post-tour extension $999 pp/do. OPTIONAL: Lake Fathead Cruise & Dinner.

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 DAYS 1-2 DAY 3 DAY 4

Flight from Boston Courtyard Santa Fe, Santa Fe Far View Lodge, Mesa Verde Hampton Inn Monument Valley, Kayenta DAYS 5-6 Best Western Premier Squire Inn, Grand Canyon DAY 7 Best Western, Zion National Park DAY 8 Plaza Hotel, Salt Lake City DAYS 9-11 Elk Country Inn, Jackson DAY 12 Return flight to Boston

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COLORADO ADVENTURE

Wednesday, September 7–Monday, September 12, 2016

Springs—quintessential Colorado C olorado beauty, high-altitude attractions and urban

amenities—is the perfect base for this mountain adventure. We’ll summit Pike’s Peak—America’s Mountain—aboard the world’s highest cog railroad from the base at Manitou Springs. Visit a spectacular landscape of grasslands, woodlands and mountain forest with magnificent red-rock formations at Garden of the Gods—a National Natural Landmark and rated the No. 1 park in the U.S. for 2014 by TripAdvisor®. We’ll explore the U.S. Air Force Academy and the 35-acre U.S. Olympic Training Center as well as the national historic district of Old Colorado City with its eclectic shops and restaurants. Head for one of Colorado’s natural wonders—the spectacular Royal Gorge—and a scenic and thrilling train ride through the soaring, 1,000-foot granite cliffs of the most-famed portion of the former Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad. Later we’ll visit the historic gold mining town of Cripple Creek and get a taste of the Old West.

We’ve also included a day a leisure for you to explore on your own before a farewell dinner.

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$1,929

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $1,909 per person triple occupancy; $2,429 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. MH Ross Travel Protection is $120.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the insurance. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Colorado Springs, via a connecting city • Five nights’ accommodations: Antlers Hilton Hotel, Colorado Springs • Nine meals: five breakfasts, four dinners • Services of professional Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Colorado Springs, cog rail journey from Manitou Spring to Pikes Peak summit, visit Garden of the Gods, United States Air Force Academy, Old Colorado City, Olympic Training Center, Canyon City, Royal Gorge Railroad, Cripple Creek, day at leisure.

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

MACKINAC ISLAND Michigan’s Crown Jewel

Thursday, September 8–Thursday, September 15, 2016

NIAGARA FALLS

$1,469

driving is the only way to really S ometimes see our beautiful country and this week-

long vacation is the perfect example. Our destination is “suspended in time” Mackinac Island—voted one of the Top 10 Islands in the World by Condé Nast Traveler. Before we arrive in Michigan’s enchanting “Crown Jewel” we’ll visit one of America’s greatest historic destinations: 300 years of American life at Greenfield Village and the Henry Ford Museum, with 200 acres of “invention, inspiration and innovation.” In Mackinaw we’ll explore Mackinaw Crossings before our short ferry ride to Mackinac Island and waterfront accommodations at the gracious Island House. Horses, buggies and bicycles are the only transportation allowed on the island and we’ll set off on a scenic horsedrawn carriage tour followed by lunch at the magnificent Grand Hotel. The following day brings us to Frankenmuth—a quaint Bavarian village settled in 1845—and a narrated tour of the shop-lined streets and family-style dinner. Our return journey brings us to Niagara Falls with overnight accommodations and dinner at the impressive Sheraton on the Falls hotel. Instead of planes, trains and automobiles, on this vacation you’ll enjoy scenic motorcoaching, ferries and buggies!

RESERVE BY: June 1, 2016

After deadline, call for availability.

per person double occupancy $1,449 per person triple occupancy; $1,899 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $120.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • Seven nights’ accommodations • Thirteen meals: seven breakfasts, one lunch, five dinners • Services of professional Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Edsel Ford Estates dinner and mansion tour, Greenfield Village & Henry Ford Museum, Mackinaw Crossings shopping complex, ferry to Mackinac Island, horse drawn carriage tour of Mackinac Island, lunch at Grand Hotel, Bavarian village of Frankenmuth, Niagara Falls visit.

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Depart by motorcoach Rochester Plaza Hotel, Rochester, NY

DAYS 2–3 Greenfield Inn, Allen Park, MI DAYS 4–5 Island House, Mackinac Island, MI DAY 6

Bavarian Inn Lodge, Frankenmuth, MI

DAY 7

Sheraton on the Falls, Niagara Falls, ON

DAY 8

Motorcoach home

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BADLANDS & BLACK HILLS of SOUTH DAKOTA Friday, September 9–Thursday, September 15, 2016

CRAZY HORSE MEMORIAL

$2,049

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,029 per person triple occupancy; $2,469 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. MH Ross Travel Protection is $120.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the insurance. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.

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he Spirit of the West lives on in South Dakota and this weeklong getaway is a wonderful chance to escape the bustle of modern life and reconnect with our country’s rich history. We’ll witness 2.5 billion years of geological history in a single day via the steep canyons, spires and buttes created by the stark, beautiful environment of the Badlands and the 865-foot Devils Tower Monument (made famous in Close Encounters of the Third Kind). Excursions to the man-made rock formations of Mount Rushmore and the stillin-progress Crazy Horse Memorial are equally breathtaking. Spend three exciting nights in the gold rush town of Deadwood, former residence of true American originals Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane. At the Hampton Inn, however, with its 24-hour casino and indoor pool, you won’t be roughing it like they did. The Old West lives on…

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• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Rapid City, SD, via a connecting city • Six nights’ accommodations: Hotel Alex Johnson, Rapid City • Ten meals: six breakfasts, four dinners • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Rapid City: Journey Museum, excursion to Badlands & Wall Drug, visit Mount Rushmore National Memorial & Crazy Horse Memorial, K-Bar-S Lodge dinner, Custer State Park & Iron Mountain Road. Deadwood: tour, Mount Moriah Cemetery, Kevin Costner’s TaTanka: Story of the Bison, excursion to Devils Tower Monument.

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Flight from Boston

DAYS 1–3 Hotel Alex Johnson, Rapid City DAYS 4–6 Hampton Inn and Casino, Deadwood DAY 7

Return flight to Boston

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

THE HAMPTONS

Sunday, September 11–Monday, September 12, 2016 Sunday, September 18–Monday, September 19, 2016 Sunday, September 25–Monday, September 26, 2016

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he Hamptons—elegance and country charm combined! This overnight getaway to the eastern tip of Long Island begins with the scenic ferry crossing from New London, CT and a visit to the cozy waterfront village of Greenport. We’ve included a winery visit and wine tasting before arrival at our home for the night—Hyatt Place East End in Riverhead. We’ll enjoy a Hamptons tour that explores scenic South and East Hampton and a visit to charming Sag Harbor before heading to Port Jefferson and the ferry home.

RESERVE BY: June 3, 2016

After deadline, call for availability.

$309

per person double occupancy $299 per person triple occupancy; $379 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $16.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • One nights’ accommodations: Hyatt Place East End, Riverhead, NY • Two meals: one continental breakfast, one dinner • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional Tour Manager

BOOTHBAY HARBOR

Friday, September 16–Sunday, September 18, 2016

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ich history, quaint shops, world-class seafood and stunning sea-scapes, Boothbay makes a delightful getaway. We’ll spend two nights at the Boothbay Harbor Inn, located directly on the waterfront, with views of the harbor and the famous wooden footbridge. We’ll enjoy a light dinner and cabaret review show at the Carousel Dinner Theatre, a visit to the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, a narrated harbor cruise and a Maine Lobsterbake. As we head for home on Sunday, we’ll stop in Kennebunkport and have free time for lunch and shopping.

RESERVE BY: June 10, 2016

$429

per person double occupancy $419 per person triple occupancy; $649 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $24.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • Two nights’ accommodations: Boothbay Harbor Inn • Four meals: two breakfasts, two dinners • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional Tour Manager

After deadline, call for availability.

RESERVE online: showofthemonth.com/travel

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SAN FRANCISCO & SONOMA WINE COUNTRY Friday, September 23–Thursday, September 29, 2016

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f we can say so ourselves, this is an absolutely amazing trip! We’ll start in San Francisco—eccentric, eclectic and uninhibited—and be wowed by its diverse neighborhoods and world-famous icons (Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf and Nob Hill, to name a few). Enjoy a visit to the giant redwoods and the Franklin D. Roosevelt monument in the Muir Woods and dinner in Chinatown. Soak in the scenery along Monterey’s famous 17 Mile Drive (including the iconic Lone Cypress and Pebble Beach) as we head to John Steinbeck’s famous Cannery Row. After a day to explore the City by the Bay on our own, we’ll head north and board the elegant Napa Valley Wine Train for a delightful lunch (in restored Pullman cars) as we enjoy the vistas of the renowned region on this one-of-a-kind experience. Visit the quaint seaside town of Bodega Bay before a tour and tasting at the Korbell Winery and a stop at the Kendall Jackson Wine Estate and Gardens.

RESERVE BY: May 16, 2016

$2,729

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,709 per person triple occupancy, $3,629 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. MH Ross Travel Protection is $175.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to San Francisco, via a connecting city • Six nights’ accommodations • Seven meals: two breakfasts, one lunch, four dinners • Services of professional Tour Manager

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Flight from Boston

DAYS 1–4 Holiday Inn at Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco DAYS 5–6 Doubletree Hotel, Sonoma Wine Country DAY 7

Return flight to Boston

FEATURES:

San Francisco tour including Twin Peaks, Seal Rocks, Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown dinner.

Excursion to Muir Woods. 17 Mile Drive to Monterey, Lone Cypress, Pebble Beach Golf Course, explore Cannery Row. Day at leisure. Napa Valley Wine Train lunch. Sonoma: visit Bodega Bay, Korbell Winery tour & tasting, Kendall Jackson Wine Estate & Gardens.

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ADIRONDACK HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL Friday, September 23–Sunday, September 25, 2016

$499

per person double occupancy $489 per person triple occupancy; $659 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $24.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

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t’s hot air balloon season across the country! The 44th Annual Adirondack Hot Air Balloon Festival is an unforgettable event, rated as one the world’s top 10 balloon festivals. Weather permitting, you’ll witness the early morning mass ascension and evening “Moon Glow.” Enhancing this colorful weekend are a cruise on Lake George and a visit to Saratoga Springs for a tour and free time.

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • Two nights’ accommodations: Fort William Henry Resort, Lake George • Four meals: two breakfasts, two dinners • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional Tour Manager For detailed day-by-day itineraries of all trips visit showofthemonth.com/travel or call 617-338-1111.

RESERVE BY: June 17, 2016

VALLEY FORGE, PHILADELPHIA and the 9/11 MEMORIAL Sunday, October 2–Tuesday, October 4, 2016

$399

per person double occupancy $389 per person triple occupancy; $519 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $24.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

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his getaway has it all: a great casino experience with accommodations at the Valley Forge Casino Resort in King of Prussia, PA; touring of Valley Forge Historical Park including the Washington Memorial Chapel and headquarters; a stop in historic Philadelphia and dinner aboard the four-masted sailing ship Moshulu and a solemn visit to the National September 11 Memorial Museum in New York City.

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • Two nights’ accommodations: Valley Forge Casino Resort, King of Prussia, PA • Three meals: two breakfasts, one dinner • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional Tour Manager

RESERVE BY: June 27, 2016 After deadline, call for availability.

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MEMPHIS & NASHVILLE Saturday, October 1–Thursday, October 6, 2016

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ou’re going to love this experience!

Discover the musical culture and rich historic tapestry of America’s iconic music meccas, Memphis and Nashville, and see where Blues and Rock & Roll began! In Memphis we’ll stroll along famous Beale Street—a National Historic Landmark lined with bars, restaurants, shops and live music venues. Memphis also means Elvis—her most famous son—and Graceland. We’ll enjoy a morning tour to learn about this musical heritage that ends with a visit to Elvis’ palatial estate—filled with the largest collection of gold records in the world as well as his elaborate stage costumes and jewelry—and his burial site in the Meditation Garden. During your free time this afternoon you might visit the impressive Stax Museum of American Soul Music, the Memphis Rock ‘n Soul Museum (a satellite of the Smithsonian), the Gibson Guitar Factory or the National Civil Rights Museum. You’ll have a chance to get acquainted with Memphis’ other king: legendary Bar-b-que at a slew of famous BBQ joints such as Charlie Vergos’ Rendezvous, Tops Bar-B-Q, Central BBQ and Neely’s Bar-B-Que. Nashville, where country music was born, has become the new darling of the South; it was one of the most popular international travel destinations of 2014 and ranked #15 on The New York Times list of 52 Places to Go in 2014. We’ll hit the highlights as we visit famous Music Row, Historic RCA Studio B, the Parthenon and the one-of-a-kind Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Nashville’s musical legacy is best preserved at the Grand Ole Opry and we have reserved seats for an evening performance before a day of touring that starts in Lynchburg at the Jack Daniel’s Distillery and ends with dinner and entertainment at the famed Wildhorse Saloon.

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GRACELAND

$1,739

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $1,719 per person triple occupancy; $2,149 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. MH Ross Travel Protection is $120.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the insurance. Purchase must be made at time of booking.

Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Memphis and Nashville to Boston, via a connecting city • Five nights’ hotel accommodations • Eight meals: five breakfasts, three dinners • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Memphis tour, excursion to Graceland, Nashville tour including Music Row, RCA Studio B, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Grand Ole Opry performance reserved seat, excursion to Lynchburg and Jack Daniel’s Distillery.

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Flight from Boston

DAYS 1–2 Sheraton Hotel, Memphis DAYS 3–5 Opryland Hotel, Nashville DAY 6

Return flight to Boston

RESERVE BY: May 25, 2016 RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Monday, October 3–Thursday, October 6, 2016

ASSATEAGUE ISLAND

$599

per person double occupancy

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ur destination is Ocean City—Maryland’s popular Eastern shore resort where ten miles of beach await. Oceanfront accommodations at the Holiday Inn are near the famed three-mile boardwalk and include an oceanfront suite with private balcony. Discover nearby Assateague Island, a protected wildlife refuge where the famed ponies still run wild, visit the Ocean City Life Saving Museum and enjoy a free afternoon to wander the shore.

We’ve also included the Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art in nearby Salisbury and free time in charming Berlin—Budget Travel magazine’s “coolest small town in America 2014!”

$589 per person triple occupancy; $799 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $60.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • Three nights’ accommodations: Holiday Inn, Ocean City • Five meals: three breakfasts, two dinners • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional Tour Manager

RESERVE BY: June 24, 2016

MONTREAL GETAWAY Sunday, October 9–Tuesday, October 11, 2016

$449

per person double occupancy

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ne of our favorite getaway destinations!

Join us and experience the ever-chic, ever-cosmopolitan city of Montreal. We’ll enjoy elegant, centrally located accommodations and dinner at Restaurant de Vieux Port in Old Montreal. An included tour features many city highlights, including Old Montreal, Notre Dame Basilica and Mount Royal Park. We can even try our luck at the Casino on an included visit. En route to Boston we’ll have some free time at the Church Street Marketplace in Burlington, VT to have lunch or visit the shops.

$439 per person triple occupancy; $619 for single reservations. Cancellation insurance waiver is $24.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $150.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from select locations • Two nights’ accommodations: Le Centre Sheraton • Three meals: two breakfasts, one dinner • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional Tour Manager

RESERVE BY: July 1, 2016

After deadline, call for availability.

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NEW ORLEANS and THE GULF COAST

Sunday, October 30–Friday, November 4, 2016

NEW ORLEANS JAZZ BAND

$1,699

BOURBON STREET

per person double occupancy

your spot on this unforgettable R eserve getaway to America’s Deep South.

Spend two nights at the deluxe Beau Rivage Resort and Casino in historic Biloxi, Mississippi and enjoy great gaming, shopping, spa, pools and restaurants all in a fabulous gulf front setting. What could be more fun than a Biloxi Shrimp Cruise where we’ll learn the art of catching, cooking and eating—Mississippi Gulf Coast style—followed by lunch at a popular eatery and a visit to the Beauvoir-Jefferson Davis Home and Presidential Librar y. Arrive in New Orleans and take in the sights with our local guide as we visit the Lakefront, St. Charles Avenue, Jackson Square and famous St. Louis #3 Cemetery. Our accommodations in The Big Easy are superbly located in a private residential area of the French Quarter. At the New Orleans School of Cooking we’ll have dinner and learn how to cook Louisiana-style! Enjoy an excursion along the River Road to beautiful Oak Alley Plantation—complete with tour, free time to enjoy the grounds and an included lunch.

We’ll wind up this southern adventure with the traditional jazz brunch buffet at the historic Court of Two Sisters.

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $1,679 per person triple occupancy; $2,199 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. MH Ross Travel Protection is $120.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the insurance. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to New Orleans via a connecting city • Five nights’ first-class accommodations: Beau Rivage Resort & Casino, Biloxi two nights; Hotel Provincial, New Orleans three nights • Ten meals: five breakfasts, two lunches, three dinners • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

TRAVEL FACT THE FRENCH QUARTER or Vieux Carré is New Orleans’s oldest neighborhood and a National Historic Landmark. Explore its architecture; lush greenery and fountains; Jackson Square’s fortune tellers, artists and musicians; cafés, voodoo temples and the historic French Market!

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PARIS ESCAPE

Friday, October 21–Thursday, October 27, 2016

ARC DE TRIOMPHE

“Paris is always a good idea.”—Audrey Hepburn

$1,999

per person double occupancy

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undreds of Club members have travelled to Paris with us over the years and this Travel Club classic remains one of the best values in travel today! We’ll stay in the heart of Montparnasse, located along the northern edge of the 14th arrondissement, known for its lively nightlife, much of which is based around historic brasseries like La Coupole, La Rotonde and Le Select. Once a warren of artists’ studios and swinging cafés, this neighborhood takes you back to the café society of the early 20th century—imagine having a drink with Picasso, Modigliani, Hemingway, Man Ray or Trotsky.

Don’t miss the rooftop terrace of Tour Montparnasse for the best panoramic view of the city and treat yourself to a cocktail at Le Bar Américain on the 56th floor. The Hotel Villa Modigliani offers a secluded inner courtyard and garden, proximity to the Jardin du Luxembourg and Saint Germain des Prés, and is also convenient to the Paris Metro. This neighborhood is perfect for strolling, dining, and shopping in the Galeries Lafayette Montparnasse. You may want to visit Rue d’Odessa for its countless pancake houses (a specialty from France’s Brittany region) and the pedestrianized Rue Daguerre.

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $1,999 per person triple occupancy, $2,259 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip, non-stop, regularly scheduled Air France flights from Boston to Paris • Five nights’ superior three-star accommodations: Villa Modigliani • Full American breakfast daily • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers

TRAVELER REVIEW “Paris has been on my bucket list for some time so this trip was a conquest. I saw and experienced all that I wanted to do. Great trip! I’d do it again!”

—Maureen O. October 2015

RESERVE BY: May 31, 2016

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VENICE

Saturday, April 16–Friday, April 22, 2016 $2,599* Saturday, November 5–Friday, November 11, 2016 $2,199*

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ou’ve never seen anything quite like Venice! This exotic lagoon city, built on a hundred islands in the Adriatic, is a watery labyrinth of sun-speckled canals and arched bridges, marble palaces, piazzas both massive and tiny, narrow streets and a glorious quayside promenade…all in a car-free zone! The heart of Venice, Piazza San Marco, looks as perfect as a film set. The iconic Basilica, Doges Palace, Rialto Bridge and Bridge of Sighs are everything you’ve hoped for. Your first cruise (by gondola or vaporetto) down the Grand Canal—the most beautiful “street” in Venice, surrounded by opulent architecture and bustling with water-craft—is an unforgettable experience! You’ll enjoy a guided walking tour of the San Marco area and then it’s time to indulge: visit the mar velous Pegg y Guggenheim Collection or Ca’Rezzonico with its 18th-century art and decadent furnishings; wander down mysterious passageways, listen to music in a floodlit square, taste the original Bellini at Harry’s Bar. No matter where you go, you’ll find history, beauty and romance. “An endlessly seductive charm.”—Rick Steves

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. *Prices are per person double occupancy. Single reservations: April $3,149; November $2,549. Triple accommodations may be available upon request.

Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change.

Land only pricing is available at your request if you prefer to make your own air arrangements. We may be able to assist you with airport/hotel transfers.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Venice, via Rome; (the November trip is on Air France flights, via Paris) • Five nights’ three-star accommodations: Hotel All’Angelo • Welcome beverage on arrival • Welcome dinner with wine at local restaurant • Buffet breakfast daily • Half-day guided walking tour • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers

RESERVE BY: April Date: CALL TO RESERVE November Date: May 31, 2016 TRAVELER REVIEWS

“A most enjoyable experience. I liked that we were met by a representative when we arrived in Venice.

I enjoyed the walking tour. Taking side-trips without time restraints also made the trip our own unique experience which I loved.”

—Susan G. November 2015

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CLASSIC TUSCANY

The Cinque Terre, Florence, Lucca and Siena Saturday, April 23–Sunday, May 1, 2016 Saturday, October 8–Sunday, October 16, 2016

TUSCANY

CINQUE TERRE

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gorgeous, sun-drenched climate; romantic landscapes; exquisite art and architecture and traditional delicious cuisine—experience the Italy of your dreams in Tuscany with The Travel Club. From accommodations at the beautiful Grand Hotel Plaza in the exclusive spa resort of Montecatini Terme, we’ll enjoy excursions through the Tuscan countryside, visiting Florence—“The Cradle of the Renaissance”— and home to the Academy of Fine Arts and Michelangelo’s David, the Duomo and Palazzo Vecchio—elegant Lucca with its Roman reminders, beautiful Siena with the most gorgeous scallop-shaped piazza and astonishing San Gimignano --the city of medieval towers. We’ve set aside a full day to explore the Cinque Terre, five crazily constructed fishing villages, set amid some of the most dramatic coastal scenery on the planet. To these wondrous surroundings, we’ve added a couple wine tastings and fabulous local lunches, wine with dinner at the hotel and expert guides leading the way. The Travel Club’s exclusive trip to Tuscany can’t be beat!

RESERVE BY: April Date: January 18, 2016 October Date: May 31, 2016

$2,599

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,829 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Land only pricing is available at your request if you prefer to make your own air arrangements. We may be able to assist you with airport/hotel transfers. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Florence, via Rome • Seven nights’ four-star accommodations: Grand Hotel Plaza, Montecatini Terme • Thirteen meals: seven buffet breakfasts, six dinners with wine • Wine tasting and lunch in the Cinque Terre • Wine tasting and lunch at Fattoria Il Poggio in Montecarlo • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

TRAVELER REVIEWS “This was my first experience with a group tour. I was surprised at how easy you made everything.

The group of individuals that sign up for your trips are a delightful and varied group, which I liked.

Your balance of guided tours and free time was perfect. I was thrilled the entire experience.”

—Andrea L. October 2015

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THE AMALFI COAST

Capri, Positano, Pompeii and Ravello Saturday, April 30–Sunday, May 8, 2016 Saturday, September 24–Sunday, October 2, 2016 Saturday, October 1–Sunday, October 9, 2016

$2,599

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,939 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change.

Land only pricing is available at your request if you prefer to make your own air arrangements. We may be able to assist you with airport/hotel transfers.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

POSITANO

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n a country with over 7,000 km of coastline, the Amalfi Coast is often considered the “coast with the most.” This 50 km long stretch of paradise entrances visitors with stunning scenery, panoramic vistas, sunwashed, hill-hugging villages and, of course, its unmatched Italian style and culture. The Amalfi Coast is beautiful, romantic and dramatic and the Club has become justly famous for our tour of the best of the best. Homebase is a charming hotel in Maiori with its long, wide beach. From there we’ll set out on a new adventure each day—a guided tour of the excavations at Pompeii followed by a winery visit; a full-day visit to the magical and glamorous isle of Capri; a full-day visit to glorious Sorrento, with lunch; and an exploration of the town of Amalfi. The next day we’ll travel by motorboat to the village that seems to tumble into the blue sea—Positano—where we’ll have the whole day to explore on our own. And we’ve included a half-day visit to astonishing Ravello, including admission to Villa Rufolo and lunch. After this trip, you’ll know what “la dolce vita” really means!

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Naples, via Rome • Seven nights’ four-star accommodations: Hotel San Francesco, Maiori • Nineteen meals: seven buffet breakfasts, five lunches with wine (including four at local restaurants while touring), six dinners with wine • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local guide during excursions

FEATURES:

Half-day guided excursion to Pompeii, including a winery visit and lunch; full-day guided excursion to Capri, including lunch; full-day excursion to Sorrento and Amalfi, including lunch; visit to Positano; half-day guided excursion to Ravello, including lunch.

RESERVE BY: April Date: January 25, 2016 Sept. and Oct. Dates: May 31, 2016 TRAVELER REVIEWS

“We thank you for giving us a wonderful experience on the Amalfi Coast and Rome. We met new friends, enjoyed amazing scenery, sights and history. Great value for our money. We will continue to view your website to help in planning our next getaway! Oh... and the food and wine were wonderful.”

—Susan C. October 2015

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WALKING in LIGURIA and the CINQUE TERRE Saturday, May 7–Sunday, May 15, 2016

CL NEW UB T PR RA OG VE RA L M!

the best way to explore a place S ometimes you’ve never been is on foot and that’s what

we’ll do on this new Italian vacation. Pack your walking shoes, binoculars and your camera and join us on the Ligurian coast—the Italian Riviera. For the next week we’ll embark on walking excursions to some stunning places.

Each walk is set at a leisurely pace and is three to three-and-a-half hours long—with lots of stops along the way. We start with four nights in seaside Santa Margherita Ligure—a beautiful old resort town with the palm trees, cafés and marina that a perfect Riviera location should have. Just up the coast lies Genoa and one of the world’s best-kept travel secrets—Genoa is awesome! This noisy, colorful Mediterranean port is a jumble of ancient lanes and alleyways, massive palaces, medieval walls and bell towers, with a center consecrated as a UNESCO site and a refurbished Antico Porto set off by lively palm-lined promenades. Our full-day excursion includes a five-hour urban walk—with plenty of stops and free time for lunch. The following day we’ll set off on a three-hour hike and make our way on a paved path with stone steps to the glorious harbor town of Portofino. (Don’t worry, we’ll have boat or coach transportation back to the hotel!) Over the next two days we’ll hike up an ancient mule track for a breathtaking view of Liguria and the Côte d’Azur, find the watch tower on the Punta Manara promontory, have time for an impromptu picnic lunch and a cooking class and free time in the pretty seaside town of Sestri Levante. Our base for the next three nights is Levanto, with an interesting historical center, beautifully painted villas and a 13thcentury medieval loggia. Our last exploration is a full-day on the Cinque Terre—“five crazily constructed fishing villages, set amid some of the most dramatic coastal scenery on the planet” (Lonely Planet), with short walks in each village and either train or boat between them.

RESERVE BY: February 1, 2016

SESTRI LEVANTE

$2,999

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,299 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Land only pricing is available at your request if you prefer to make your own air arrangements. We may be able to assist you with airport/hotel transfers.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Genoa, via Rome • Seven nights’ three-star accommodations • Fourteen meals: seven breakfasts, seven dinners with wine • Traditional pesto cooking demonstration • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–5 Hotel Jolanda, Santa Margherita Ligure DAYS 6–8 Hotel Carla, Levanto DAY 9 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

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ENCHANTING UMBRIA Food, Wine and Landscapes

Saturday, May 7–Sunday, May 15, 2016

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icture a lush landscape of green rolling hills, vineyards and olive groves in every direction, and ancient hill towns clinging to the pinnacles, each one offering a rich cultural heritage that began before the Romans, and you have Umbria, the green heart of Italy. We’ll stay in a renovated 17thcentury palazzo—complete with a hanging garden and hall of frescoes—in Spello, one of Umbria’s most picturesque towns, with rose-colored stone walls, crumbling terracotta roof tiles, stone pathways, and weathered wooden doors. We’ll visit the ancient city of Orvieto and its magnificent Gothic Duomo, and then settle down for a tasting of the famous wines of Orvieto, before a stop in Todi, whose perfect medieval piazza looks like (and sometimes, is) a movie set. The following day we visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Assisi, where a guided tour introduces us to the Basilica and other sacred memorials in the birthplace of St. Francis, before we enjoy lunch at a local trattoria.

Next is Spoleto. Shelley called it “the most romantic city I ever saw” and it’s just that today, with colorful street scenes, stone lanes and monuments from its thousand year history. Then it’s off to visit the famed Lungarotti Winery in Torgiano for a wine tasting and light lunch before visits to Deruta (famous for ceramics) and Gubbio, the oldest village in Umbria. Our vacation ends with a visit to fascinating Montefalco and the Arnaldo Caprai Winery for a tasting and some local delicacies, and Bevagna, an intimate and charming walled village.

What a delicious holiday!

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$3,199

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,449 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Land only pricing is available at your request if you prefer to make your own air arrangements. We may be able to assist you with airport/hotel transfers. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip, non-stop, regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Rome • Seven nights’ four-star accommodations: Palazzo Bocci, Spello with breakfast daily • Lunch at a local trattoria • Welcome and farewell dinners with wine at local restaurant • Olive oil tasting • Wine tasting in Orvieto with local specialties • Wine tasting in Torgiano with local specialties • Wine tasting in Montefalco with local specialties • Dinner with wine at agriturismo • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

RESERVE BY: February 1, 2016 RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

ITALY’S HISTORIC SEASIDE RESORTS

Tropea, Lipari & Taormina Friday, May 13–Sunday, May 22, 2016—The Club’s President’s Trip Friday, September 23–Sunday, October 2, 2016

The Travel Club on our annual J oin President’s Trip, hosted and escorted by

Travel Club president, Tim Montgomery. This exclusive itinerary offers a week-long exploration of several legendary and colorful seaside resorts.

We’ll start in Tropea, Calabria—a maze of pretty lanes, piazzas and palazzi—on the stretch of coastline called the “Coast of the Gods.”

Dramatic cliffs and soft, sandy beaches surround an array of small artisan shops and cafés.

Centrally located accommodations at Hotel Tropis provide a pool and full-service spa. We’ll enjoy a private walking tour of Tropea’s highlights and end the day enjoying the breathtaking sunset from a lovely café on the cliffs. Hydrofoil service brings us from Reggio Calabria to the island of Lipari, and we’ll stay in Lipari Town—a busy little port with a pretty, pastelcolored seafront—at the Grand Arciduca, fourstar accommodations with a 19th-century Sicilian style and offering a swimming pool and spa services. A get-acquainted tour includes a stop at the Belvedere Quattrocchi—called “Four Eyes” for its marvelous coastal panorama—and concludes with lunch, with wine, at a local seafood restaurant. Be sure to head to Via Vittorio Emanuele—a lively thoroughfare lined with cafés, bars and restaurants—for your afterdinner stroll. We’ll end our vacation in Taormina, a breathtaking paradise where history meets “la dolce vita.” This ancient town is Sicily’s jewel with quaint streets packed with color and charm, boutiques and cafés. The Hotel Continental, located in the historic center of Taormina is just steps from shops, cafés and restaurants and boasts an unparalleled panoramic view of Mt. Etna from its terrace. Enjoy a guided walking tour including the ancient Greco-Roman theatre and a full-day excursion to the spectacular archaeological site at Siracusa and Ortigia Island. This unique vacation is all about fun, relaxation and discovery.

Limited to 21 travelers.

RESERVE BY: May Date: February 5, 2016 September Date: May 31, 2016

SANTA MARIA DELL’ISOLA MONASTERY

$3,399

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,689 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Land only pricing is available at your request if you prefer to make your own air arrangements. We may be able to assist you with airport/hotel transfers. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Lamezia Terme and Catania to Boston, via Rome • Hydrofoil service from Reggio Calabria to Lipari and ferry service from Lipari to Milazzo • Eight nights’ three- and four-star accommodations • Sixteen meals: eight breakfasts, eight dinners with wine • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 DAYS 2–3 DAYS 4–6 DAYS 7–9

Overnight flight from Boston Hotel Tropis, Tropea Hotel Arciduca, Lipari Hotel Continental, Taormina

DAY 10

Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

FEATURES:

Half-day guided walking tour of Tropea. Half-day guided tour of Lipari Island and lunch with wine.

Half-day guided walking tour of Taormina, full-day guided excursion to Siracusa islands and Ortigia Island. OPTIONALS: Lipari—Excursion to Vulcano Island; Excursion to Panarea and Stromboli.

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THE FRENCH RIVIERA, PROVENCE & PARIS

Saturday, July 9–Sunday, July 17, 2016 from $3,679* Saturday, September 10–Sunday, September 18, 2016 $3,449* INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. *Prices are per person double occupancy. Call for single rates and reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450.

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reathtaking landscapes, delicious cuisine, historical sites, fabulous wine, worldfamous shopping—France delights the senses.

Our travel fantasies come to life in the uberexclusive south of France among the sundrenched resorts of the Riviera. We’ll spend two nights in Nice, the “Grand Old Dame of the Côte d’Azur,” and have time to stroll its quaint streets and people-watch from a charming café.

The Impressionists were inspired by the bright landscapes of Provence and although most of us can’t spend “A Year in Provence,” we’ll have a delightful two-night stay in charming Avignon where we visit the 14th-century Papal Palace and enjoy a short cruise in Cassis to see the famous calanques (the Mediterranean version of Scandinavia’s fjords). The high-speed TGV train whisks us to the City of Light—Paris—and we’ll have a welcoming panoramic tour. With grand architecture, illustrious museums, eclectic neighborhoods, endless shopping and inviting cafés on every corner, you’ll discover the France of your dreams!

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Nice and Paris to Boston, via a connecting city • TGV high-speed train from Provence to Paris • Seven nights’ three- and four-star accommodations • Nine meals: six breakfasts, three dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of multilingual Tour Director

FEATURES:

Nice tour featuring the Promenade des Anglais, Roman amphitheatre and Old Town.

Cassis with calanques cruise. Avignon tour including the old town and Papal Palace. Paris panoramic tour. OPTIONALS: Nice—Monaco, Monte Carlo Casino and dinner. Avignon—Aixen-Provence excursion including wine-tasting and dinner. Paris—Evening excursion including dinner and river cruise; Monet and Giverny excursion. PARIS 2n post-tour extension $349 pp/do. OPTIONAL: Montmartre lunch and wine tasting.

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Overnight flight from Boston

DAYS 2–3 NH Nice, Nice DAYS 4–5 Mercure Avignon Cite des Papes, Avignon DAYS 6–8 Les Jardins du Marais, Paris DAY 9

Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

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RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

EDINBURGH & THE CASTLES OF SCOTLAND Thursday, July 14–Saturday, July 23, 2016

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illiam Wallace and Braveheart, the Loch Ness Monster, Sir Walter Scott’s Rob Roy, bagpipes and kilts, Bonnie Prince Charlie, moors and glens, clans and “lairds,” golf, whisky and haggis—all originate from a country of unimaginable beauty and a turbulent history—Scotland.

Start in medieval yet cosmopolitan Edinburgh, visit the Scottish Highlands (where you won’t resist scanning the surface of the loch for Nessie) and visit Glasgow, the U.K. City of Architecture and Design. An array of optional tours allows you to choose between heart-wrenching Culloden Moor, stunning Eilean Donan Castle, St. Andrews, the birthplace of golf, and a two-day, post-tour stay in Glasgow.

RESERVE BY: March 25, 2016 After deadline, call for availability.

FEATURES:

Edinburgh: tour, Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, day at leisure. Perthshire, Blair Castle, Edradour distillery & whiskey tasting. Inverness region: day at leisure, Great Glen, Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition.

Western Highlands: day at leisure, Glencoe, Loch Lomond. Glasgow: tour, Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Burrell collections. OPTIONALS: Edinburgh— Abbotsford House & Melrose Abbey, St. Andrews, Scottish Ceilidh with Dinner. Inverness Region— Eilean Donan & Isle of Skye. Highlands—Duart Castle & Isle of Mull. GLASGOW 2n post-tour extension $269 pp/do. OPTIONALS: Hadrian’s Wall & Carlisle Castle, Historic Scotland & Stirling Castle.

FROM

$3,589

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

From $3,889 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $450.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Edinburgh and Glasgow to Boston, via a connecting city • Eight nights’ three-star accommodations • Eleven meals: seven breakfasts, four dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip, airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–4 Holiday Inn Express, Edinburgh DAYS 5–6 Royal Highland, Inverness DAYS 7–8 Isles of Glencoe Hotel, The Highlands DAY 9 Hotel Novotel Glasgow Centre, Glasgow DAY 10 Return flight to Boston

RESERVE online: showofthemonth.com/travel

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SWITZERLAND, ALSACE & THE BLACK FOREST

Lucerne, Zermatt, Interlaken, Strasbourg Thursday, August 4–Monday, August 15, 2016 FROM

$4,299

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

From $4,699 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450.

Photo by Jeff Pang

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reathtaking is the only way to describe the sights we’ll see on this 10-night journey in central Europe. In Switzerland’s mountainous landscapes we’ll stay in stunning, lake-side Lucerne with its covered bridges, spired, turreted buildings and preserved medieval Old Town. The car-free mountain town of Zermatt is our next destination and we’ll pass through the Alps and arrive by the Glacier Express scenic viewing train. An excursion to the iconic Matterhorn includes views from Gornergat ridge and an open-air cog railway ride to the summit. In Interlaken we’ll take in the heart-stopping scenery at Jungfraujoch–a UNESCO World Heritage site and mountain pass called “The Top of Europe.” Our next stop is Strasbourg, the center of the Alsace region, a city both cosmopolitan and cozy with a backdrop of old half-timber houses and waterways where we’ll enjoy a locally guided tour and short river cruise. We’ll end our vacation in the fabled Black Forest region – a setting for many of Grimm’s fairy tales – with a tour of Freiburg, sitting at the foot of the forest with its medieval Old Town of gabled houses, cobblestone lanes and café lined plazas.

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• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Zurich and Frankfurt to Boston, via a connecting city • Ten nights’ three-star accommodations • Thirteen meals: nine breakfasts, four dinners with beer or wine • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of multilingual Tour Director

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 DAYS 2–3 DAYS 4–5 DAYS 6–7

Overnight flight from Boston Grand Hotel Europe, Lucerne Hotel Butterfly, Zermatt Carlton Europe Hotel, Interlaken DAYS 8–9 Mercure Strasbourg Center, Strasbourg DAYS 10–11 Novotel Freiburg Am Konzerthaus, Freiburg DAY 12 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

FEATURES:

Lucerne: tour, Lion Monument, Old Town.

Glacier Express scenic train. Zermatt: tour, Matterhorn region, Gornergrat, cog railway ride.

Bernese Oberland Alps. Interlaken: Jungfraujoch, Ice Palace. Bern tour, Basel.

Strasbourg: tour and river cruise, Place Gutenberg, Palais Rohan. Freiburg: tour, day at leisure. OPTIONALS: Lucerne—Mount Pilatus.

Strasbourg—Alsace Wine Tasting & Dinner.

Freiburg—Rural Landscapes of the Black Forest. RHINE VALLEY 2n post-tour extension $399 pp/do. OPTIONAL: Rhine River Cruise & Wine Tasting.

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

SWITZERLAND, FRANCE, ITALY, AUSTRIA & GERMANY The Jewels of Alpine Europe

Monday, August 15–Saturday, August 27, 2016 from $4,049* Monday, October 3–Saturday, October 15, 2016 $3,469* Photo: Copyright Lucerne Tourism

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. *Prices are per person double occupancy. Call for single rates and reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450.

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xperience rich culture, impressive architecture and culinary delights against a backdrop of soaring alpine peaks. Our tour begins in Switzerland, where we’ll stay in the charming and sophisticated lakeside city of Lucerne and explore the winding, medieval-era streets of the Old Town. Head to the Swiss capital of Bern— ranked among the world’s top 10 cities for quality of life in 2010. Cross into France and enjoy a boat cruise around Lake Annecy, known as “Europe’s cleanest lake,” offering panoramic views of the breathtaking mountains that inspired Paul Cezanne. Visit the picturesque valley and charming resort village of Chamonix at the base of Mont Blanc and travel through one of the man-made wonders of the world, the nearly eight-mile-long Mont Blanc tunnel.

Cross the border into Italy and spend the day on Lake Como as we visit Villa Carlotta, an elegant 18th century Italian estate surrounded by 14 acres of gardens. Returning to Switzerland, we’ll soak up the views from chic St. Moritz before traveling into tiny Liechtenstein, best known for its wines and postage stamp trade.

Visit Innsbruck, capital of the Austrian Tyrol, and view the Golden Roof and Hofburg along with other gems of Baroque architecture. Lastly we’ll arrive in Munich and enjoy a guided tour and a day to explore on our own.

RESERVE BY: August Date: March 25, 2016 October Date: April 25, 2016

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Zurich and Munich to Boston, via a connecting city • Eleven nights’ three- and four-star accommodations • Fifteen meals: ten breakfasts, five dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of a multilingual Tour Director

FEATURES:

Lucerne, Bern, Geneva, Lake Annecy, Chamonix, Lake Como region, Villa Carlotta, St. Moritz, Liechtenstein, Innsbruck, Munich.

OPTIONALS: Lucerne—Mount Pilatus. Lake Como—Lake Cruise and Bellagio. Innsbruck— Neuschwanstein Castle. Munich—Dachau.

SALZBURG 2n post-tour extension: $299 pp/do. OPTIONALS: Mozart concert and dinner, Eagle’s Nest and salt mines.

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–3 Ameron Hotel Flora Luzern, Lucerne DAYS 4–5 Hotel Novotel Annecy Centre Atria, Annecy DAYS 6–7 NH Pontevecchio, Lake Como region DAY 8 Hotel Laudinella, St. Moritz DAYS 9–10 Hotel Innsbruck, Innsbruck DAYS 11–12 Four Points by Sheraton Munich Central, Munich DAY 13 Return flight to Boston

RESERVE online: showofthemonth.com/travel

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GALAPAGOS ISLANDS CRUISE and ECUADOR

Monday, August 22–Wednesday, August 31, 2016 from $5,209* Monday, October 17–Wednesday, October 26, 2016 $5,109*

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oth serene and exotic, the magical Galapagos Islands are on nearly everyone’s “must-visit” list. After arrival in Ecuador, we’ll spend a full day touring the town of Quito, complete with a visit to the Equatorial Line Monument (apply sunscreen!) where we’ll stand with one foot in both the northern and southern hemispheres. After a short flight to Baltra, we board our cruise ship Galapagos Legend, and begin our exploration with a cruise to Black Turtle Cove. Island hop from Santiago Island (after a wet landing we explore extensive lava flows and have a chance to swim or snorkel in Sullivan Bay) to the dark red sand beaches of Rabida Island. We’ll also spend the day on Isabela Island—a single land mass made from six ancient volcanoes—and wiggle our toes in the black sands around Urbina Bay, choose to either snorkel with the local sea turtles or visit the giant tortoises, and have a chance to see a blue-footed booby on a walking tour near Tagus Cove.

On the last day of our cruise we’ll visit Punta Espinosa on Isla Fernandina whose dramatic lava f lows are home to marine iguanas and Vicente Roca Point and the Bolivar Channel where we might see dolphins and whales. After our return to Quito we may choose to join an excursion to the volcanic landscapes of Cotopaxi National Park before our overnight f light back to Boston. (We also have the fantastic opportunity to reserve the six-night extension to Peru where we’ll visit Cuzco, Lima, Incan ruins and the lost city of Machu Picchu.)

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INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. *Prices are per person double occupancy. Call for single rates and reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required.

Per person deposit is $600.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Quito, via a connecting city • Internal flights • Four nights’ three-star accommodations • Four nights’ three-star cruise in outside cabins • Eighteen meals: eight breakfasts, four lunches, six dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel/dock transfers • Services of multilingual Tour Director

FEATURES:

Quito: tour, Old Town, Teleferico cable car, day at leisure. Cruise: Black Turtle Cove, wet landing Santiago Island, Sullivan Bay, Rabida Island, dinghy ride, wet landing Isabela Island, snorkel with sea turtles, giant tortoises, Tagus Cove, dinghy ride, Espinosa Point, marine iguanas, dinghy ride, Vicente Roca Point, snorkel Bolivar Channel, Santa Cruz Island. Otavalo: giant tortoise nature reserve, Otavalo market.

OPTIONALS: Quito—Volcanic Landscapes at Cotopaxi National Park. PERU AND MACHU PICCHU 6n post-tour extension $1,299 pp/ do land and air.

RESERVE BY: August Date: March 25, 2016 October Date: April 25, 2016 RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

SARDINIA & ROME Saturday, September 3–Sunday, September 11, 2016

$3,389

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,729 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Land only pricing is available at your request if you prefer to make your own air arrangements. We may be able to assist you with airport/hotel transfers.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

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by the bluest waters of the S urrounded Mediterranean, Sardinia’s interior is a mag-

nificent rugged landscape with remnants of its ancient nuraghic culture, a smattering of Roman ruins and traces of Spanish Baroque influenced architecture. While still Italian, Sardinia is distinct with its own cuisine, culture and history.

We’ll spend five nights in oceanside Alghero, imbued with a Spanish atmosphere and one of Italy’s most beautiful medieval cities. Alghero has a well-preserved historic center, medieval archways, sun-baked streets, busy seafood restaurants, shady cobbled lanes, Gothic palazzo and café-lined piazzas where watching a sunset, accompanied by a cocktail, is a must. Excursions include a walking tour of Alghero and (weather depending) a visit to the Neptune Caves; the charming town of Tempio Pausania, ruins of a unique nuraghic village and the distinctive Valley of the Moon of Aggius. We’ll explore the coastal town of Castelsardo with its old town perched on a hill beside the sea, its’ medieval castle and famous Elephant Rock; and Bosa with a rainbow of pastel-colored houses, moored fishing boats and palm trees lining an elegant riverfront. And, we’ll get a taste of unique Sardinian cuisine during dinner at an agriturismo and a visit to a wine cantina. We’ll cap off our vacation with two nights in Rome with free time to explore and a farewell dinner.

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Alghero, via Rome and Rome to Boston • Internal flight from Alghero to Rome • Seven nights’ accommodations • Thirteen meals: eight breakfasts, five dinners with wine including Welcome and Farewell dinners • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/ hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager in Sardinia • Local assistance in Rome

FEATURES:

Guided walking tour of Alghero, agriturismo dinner, excursion to Neptune Caves, excursion to Tempio Pausania and nuraghic village of Majori, excursion to Valley of the Moon of Aggius, guided tour of Castelsardo including the castle, stop at Elephant Rock, guided tour of Bosa, wine cantina.

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 DAYS 2–6 DAYS 7–8 DAY 9

Overnight flight from Boston Cataluna Hotel, Alghero Milani Hotel, Rome Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

RESERVE BY: May 23, 2016

RESERVE online: showofthemonth.com/travel

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AUSTRALIA

Melbourne, Ayers Rock, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef & Sydney

Monday, September 5–Sunday, September 18, 2016

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e’re heading to Oz next September (that’s springtime in Australia) and this once-in-a-lifetime experience answers the question: What makes Australia so fascinating? It’s an island, a country and a continent and about the same size as the U.S. (minus Alaska). Its natural beauty astounds, from the Great Barrier Reef (the largest living structure on the planet) to the indescribable Uluru (Ayers Rock). It’s home to iconic man-made wonders like Sydney’s Harbor Bridge and Opera House and one of the most livable cities in the world, Melbourne.

And, it’s Aboriginal culture is the oldest on Earth. We’ll begin in charming Melbourne with its 19th-century architecture and visit Alice Springs (Australia’s most famous Outback town). We’ll see the massive (8km) and breathtaking sandstone monolith of Uluru and watch while it turns shades of red and pink at sunset. We’ll enjoy a full day on the Great Barrier Reef and conclude our epic adventure with time in Sydney.

RESERVE BY: March 25, 2016 INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Melbourne and Sydney to Boston, via a connecting city • Internal flights • Eleven nights’ three- and four-star accommodations • Thirteen meals: nine breakfasts, one lunch, three dinners with beer or wine • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

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FROM

$5,924

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

From $6,913 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $600.

TRIP PLANNER:

DAYS 1–2 Overnight flight from Boston, cross International Date Line DAYS 3–5 Vibe Savoy Hotel, Melbourne DAY 6 DoubleTree by Hilton, Alice Springs DAY 7 Desert Gardens, Ayers Rock DAYS 8–10 Rydges Esplanade Resort, Cairns DAYS 11–13 Parkroyal Darling Harbour, Sydney DAY 14 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

FEATURES:

Melbourne: tour, Carlton Gardens, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Shrine of Remembrance, day at leisure. Alice Springs: Anzac Hill, Royal Flying Doctor Serivce. Ayers Rock, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Cairns: Great Barrier Reef, Coral Sea, day at leisure. Sydney: tour, Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney Harbor Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach, the Rocks, day at leisure.

OPTIONALS: Melbourne—Fairy Penguin Parade, Yarra Valley Winery Winetasting and Dinner. Alice Springs—Sunrise Ballooning with champagne Breakfast. Cairns—Kuranda Village Aboriginal Park & Rainforest. Sydney—Sydney Harbor Dinner Cruise, The Blue Mountains & Koala Park.

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

BUDAPEST, VIENNA & PRAGUE Tuesday, September 6–Thursday, September 15, 2016

BELVEDERE PALACE

us on this special holiday! Start in J oin Budapest, the “Queen of the Danube,” where

you’ll be drawn to the city’s beautiful architecture and magnificent river views. Tour highlights include Castle Hill District, Matthias Church, Fisherman’s Bastion and a visit to Gellert Hill.

Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant followed by a twilight Danube River cruise. We’ll visit Visegrad for stunning views of the Danube River bend before heading into the Austrian countryside and the picturesque art village of Szentendre.

Our next destination is Vienna—one of the world’s great cultural treasures and called “Europe’s classiest capital,” by Rick Steves, one of America’s leading travel authorities. Enjoy a panoramic tour and visits to Schönbrunn Palace and St. Stephan’s Cathedral. Head out of the city for a visit to famous Melk Abbey, the Wachau Valley and the Vienna Woods before an evening in the winemaking village of Grinzing for dinner and entertainment. Our adventure continues with a visit to enchanting Cesky Krumlov, a medieval Czech town filled with shops and restaurants before we arrive in fairytale Prague—the “city of a thousand spires.” Explore the 1,000-year-old grounds of Hradcany Castle, visit beautiful St. Vitus Cathedral, walk the Golden Lane and the statue-lined Charles Bridge. Our vacation ends with a day at leisure followed by a visit to a private Czech family farmhouse for a traditional dinner and entertainment.

$3,199

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,199 per person triple occupancy, $3,849 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. MH Ross Travel Protection is $220.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Budapest and Prague to Boston, via a connecting city • Eight nights’ accommodations • Thirteen meals: eight breakfasts, five dinners • Services of professional Tour Manager

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–3 Radisson Blu Hotel, Budapest DAYS 4–6 Austria Trend Savoyen Hotel, Vienna DAYS 7–9 Hotel Yasmin, Prague DAY 10 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

RESERVE BY: March 31, 2016

FEATURES:

Budapest: tour including Heroes’ Square, Danube River, Bellert Hill, Castle Hill District, Matthias Church, Fisherman’s Bastion, St. Stephen’s Basilica, twilight Danube cruise. Visit Visegrad & village of Szentendre. Vienna: panoramic tour, Ring Road, Opera House, Hofburg Imperial Residence. Visit Schönbrunn Palace & St. Stephan’s Cathedral. Visit Melk Abbey, Wachau Valley & Vienna Woods, dinner and entertainment in Grinzing. Excursion to Cesky Krumlov. Prague: tour including Hradcany Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral, Golden Lane Charles Bridge, Old Town. Day at leisure, family farmhouse visit with entertainment and dinner.

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LEGENDARY IRELAND $2,699

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,699 per person triple occupancy; $3,079 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. MH Ross Travel Protection is $175. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the insurance. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $400.

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he pipes, the pipes are calling, from glen to glen, and down the mountain side….” Next September you can answer on this week-long jaunt that offers a bit of history, loads of hospitality and a countryside full of charm and beauty. We’ll delve right in when upon arrival, we head directly to the amazing 700-foot-high Cliffs of Moher and later arrive at our accommodations in Galway. In Connemara, we’ll visit the gothic revival lakeside castle of Kylemore Abbey with its Victorian Gardens and have leisure time to explore Galway. Enjoy a visit to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park and a drive through the lovely village of Adare before arriving in Killarney where we’ll have a two-night stay.

An amazing excursion is in store as we wind along the Ring of Kerry, see the Gap of Dunloe and enjoy a visit to Muckross House.

Journey to world-famous Blarney Castle and earn the gift of gab by kissing the Blarney Stone, before a walking tour of Kinsale. Visit Cork’s English Market, tour Old Jameson Distillery and see the famous Rock of Cashel.

Our last stop will be Dublin where we’ll spend two nights and see Trinity College and St. Patrick’s Cathedral on a guided tour with free time to explore on our own.

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Dublin or Shannon • Seven nights’ first-class accommodations • Thirteen meals: seven breakfasts, six dinners, including dinner and entertainment at Merry Ploughboy’s Pub • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Cliffs of Moher, Connemara region, Kylemore Abbey, Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, Ring of Kerry, Gap of Dunloe, Muckross House, Blarney Castle and Blarney Stone, Blarney Woolen Mills, Kinsale, Old Jameson Distillery in Midleton, Rock of Cashel, Dublin Tour including Trinity College and St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–3 Menlo Park Hotel, Galway DAYS 4–5 Killarney Towers Hotel, Killarney DAY 6 Imperial Hotel, Cork DAYS 7–8 Mespil Hotel, Dublin DAY 9 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

RESERVE BY: April 4, 2016 TRAVELER REVIEWS

“The trip was wonderful. Very good value for the price!”

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“Couldn’t have had a better tour guide and coach driver. We saw a lot and were provided with much of Ireland’s history. Wonderful trip.”—Judy R.

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

PUGLIA, BASILICATA & CALABRIA Friday, September 9–Saturday, September 17, 2016

MATERA

$3,199

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

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he Travel Club heads to southern Italy to experience the unique character and charm of this “mostly undiscovered” slice of Italian heaven. Our first stop is Alberobello (in Puglia), where the world-famous picturesque cone-shaped houses are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We’ll also enjoy an excursion to beautiful Lecce—“the Rome of the South”—where the art is found both in its museums and its elegant Baroque architecture. Travel to the region of Basilicata where we’ll visit Matera, thought to be one of the world’s oldest towns and famous for its extensive rock dwellings and network of caves and rock churches, and Castelmezzano, a medieval cliffside village with incomparable panoramic vistas. Next we’ll make our way to seaside Amantea, considered to be one of Calabria’s prettiest resort areas with a lovely old town located on the hillside and the new town, where shops, restaurants and piazzas line a main boulevard. Our excursions include the medieval town of Fiumefreddo Bruzio and Santa Severina, listed among “the most beautiful villages in Italy.” The historical legacy, breathtaking scenery and renowned cuisine make this a true Italian experience.

$3,425 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Land only pricing is available at your request if you prefer to make your own air arrangements. We may be able to assist you with airport/hotel transfers.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Bari and Lamezia Terme to Boston, via Rome • Seven nights’ accommodations • Seventeen meals: seven breakfasts, three lunches, seven dinners with wine • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Full-day excursion to Lecce and Otranto.

Alberobello visit and lunch with wine at trulli farmhouse Masseria Papaperta. Tour of Matera and excursion to Castelmezzano. Excursion to Fiumefreddo Bruzio including farmhouse lunch and traditional entertainment. Excursion to Santa Severina and castle visit, Museo Diocesano and Byzantine Baptistery.

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–4 Grand Hotel Olimpo, Alberobello DAY 5 San Domenico, Matera DAYS 6–8 Hotel Mediterraneo Palace, Amantea DAY 9 Return flight to Boston

RESERVE BY: May 23, 2016 RESERVE online: showofthemonth.com/travel

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LEGENDARY ITALY

Como, Sanremo, Parma & Tuscany Friday, September 9–Monday, September 19, 2016

$3,319

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

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his breathtaking combination of some of our favorite places in Italy was designed by one of our most popular tour directors: Gabriella. If you’ve had the pleasure of traveling with her on one of our Tuscany tours, you know how perfect this will be! Begin with a two-night stay in lovely, magical Lake Como, where sparkling blue waters are back-dropped by Alpine peaks, and enjoy a cruise to the legendary village of Bellagio. En route to Sanremo, we’ll stop for a tour of fashionable Milan and see the Gothic Milan Duomo, the Galleria and the museum at La Scala Opera House. Charming Sanremo has a long stretch of beach and lively harbor, an impressive casino and a medieval center, called La Pigna. From this ideal location on Italy’s Riviera we’ll hit the glitzy, ritzy French Riviera for an excursion to Nice and St. Paul de Vence. Parma is an elegant city with a small historic district and a 12th-century Baptistery that is considered one of Italy’s most interesting buildings. Enjoy a city tour and excursion to Castello di Fontanellato—a moated fortress/residence from the Middle Ages. Our holiday ends with a few days in Tuscany amid a striking landscape of medieval hilltop villages, hillsides of olive trees and vineyards and striking stands of cypress trees. Two full-day excursions introduce us to Florence, Lucca and Pisa.

Mamma mia, what a vacation this will be!

RESERVE BY: June 1, 2016 TRAVELER REVIEW “I can’t say enough about our guide Raffaela.

She went above and beyond, very knowledgeable and extremely kind and generous with her time.”

—September 2015

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$3,654 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Land only pricing is available at your request if you prefer to make your own air arrangements. We may be able to assist you with airport/hotel transfers. Passport required.

Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Milan and Florence to Boston, via Rome • Nine nights’ three- and four-star accommodations • Fourteen meals: nine breakfasts, welcome dinner with wine in Como, two dinners with wine in Sanremo, two dinners with wine in Montecatini • Wine tasting and light lunch at Frattoria Il Poggio in Montecarlo • Balsamic vinegar and parmigiano tasting • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Overnight flight from Boston

DAYS 2–3 Hotel Firenze, Como DAYS 4–5 Hotel Nazionale, Sanremo DAYS 6–7 Hotel Button, Parma DAYS 8–10 Hotel Ariston, Montecatini Terme DAY 11

Return flight to Boston

FEATURES:

Como: excursion to Bellagio with Lake Como cruise, free time in Bellagio. Milan guided tour including Museo della Scala. Sanremo: Nice tour, free time, excursion to St. Paul de Vence Parma: guided walking tour including Baptistery, visit to castle at Fontanellato.

Modena: visit balsamic vinegar producer with tasting. Montecatini: excursion to Florence with guided walking tour, excursion to Lucca and Pisa, lunch and wine tasting.

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

THE GREEK ISLANDS

Tuesday, September 13–Sunday, September 25, 2016 from $3,989* Saturday, October 8–Thursday, October 20, 2016 $3,839* INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. *Prices are per person double occupancy. Call for single rates and reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450.

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Greek Islands holiday is bound to be on your wish list. And why not? Whitewashed, cliff-hugging villages, enchanting seascapes and sunsets, black sand beaches, ancient ruins— and, of course, Mediterranean cuisine—all add up to the trip of a lifetime. This Grecian primer begins and ends in Athens, boasting an incomparable collection of monuments, eclectic markets and lively streets. A short flight brings us to the isle of Crete, and an exploration of the crumbling ruins of the royal complex at Knossos. The largest of the Greek islands, Crete is flush with fantastic beaches—and turquoise lagoons! Next, via ferry, we’re off to one of the ten best islands in Europe—Santorini—whose scenery and charm are off the charts. Browse elegant shops and galleries, choose from more than 300 restaurants, drink exceptional local white wine, bask on black sand beaches and catch one of the world’s truly beautiful sunsets. In Mykonos, the most impressive port town in the Cyclades, we’ll want to wander the fantastic maze of streets—originally designed to confuse pirates!—stroll the goldsand beaches, soak up the cosmopolitan atmosphere or join an optional excursion to the sacred island of Delos. Some say visiting Greece is a life-altering experience. Let’s find out!

RESERVE BY: September Trip: March 25, 2016 October Trip: April 25, 2016

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Athens, via a connecting city • Flight from Athens to Crete, ferry from Crete to Santorini, ferry from Santorini to Mykonos, ferry from Mykonos to Athens • Eleven nights’ four-star accommodations • Fourteen meals: ten breakfasts, four dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of multilingual Tour Director

FEATURES:

Athens tour including the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Presidential Guard and Syntagma Square. Crete tour including Palace of Knossos.

Santorini tour including Akrotiri excavations.

Mykonos. OPTIONALS: Athens—Excursion to Cape Sounion, Greek Folklore Evening, Excursion to Delphi. Crete—Excursion to Hania and Fodhele. Santorini—Greek wine tasting and lunch. Mykonos—Excursion to Delos.

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–3 Metropolitan Hotel Athens, Athens DAYS 4–5 Hotel Galaxy Iraklio, Crete DAYS 6–8 El Greco Resort, Santorini DAYS 9–10 Aegean Plaza Hotel, Mykonos DAYS 11–12 Metropolitan Hotel Athens, Athens DAY 13 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

TRAVELER REVIEWS “The trip was excellent. Santorini—like heaven, sunset at Oia great. Mykonos—pricey but worth it.

The Grecian people all friendly and helpful, the tour guides were very knowledgeable and the tour director was excellent.”

—Dolores F. April 2015

RESERVE online: showofthemonth.com/travel

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SWITZERLAND, AUSTRIA AND MUNICH OKTOBERFEST Wednesday, September 14–Friday, September 23, 2016

$3,699

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,699 per person triple occupancy, $4,149 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. MH Ross Travel protection is $220. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450.

INCLUDES:

SALZBURG

snow-capped mountain peaks, S oaring Alpine villages and lakes, uber-chic resorts,

medieval cities and Oktoberfest—the largest fair in the world. Sounds good? We think so!

We’ll spend four nights in Interlaken, surrounded by the world-famous icy icons: the Eiger, Mönch & Jungfrau. Visits include Lake Geneva and the 12th-century Chateau de Chillon castle, the resort town of Montreux and the Golden Pass Panoramic scenic train to Gstaad and the Swiss ‘City of Light’, Lucerne.

Visit tiny Liechtenstein en route to Innsbruck, where we’ll stay just steps from the historic Old Town (a picture-perfect medieval center) and presided over by a grand Hofburg Palace. In the Bavarian capital of Munich, we’ll cap off a city tour with a visit to Oktoberfest, enjoy a typical Bavarian meal in a traditional beer tent and savor the extraordinary atmosphere. Our Alpine adventure continues with a visit to charming Salzburg (think The Sound of Music) and dinner at famed St. Peter’s Restaurant. Our last day on tour starts with photo-stop visit to the famous fairytale castle of Neuschwanstein and ends with a one-of-a-kind experience—dinner in the Hof burg Imperial Palace followed by a Tyrolean folklore show of traditional, rousing Austrian entertainment.

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• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Zurich and Munich to Boston, via a connecting city • Eight nights’ accommodations • Fourteen meals: eight breakfasts, one lunch, five dinners • Services of professional Tour Manager

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 DAYS 2–5 DAYS 6–9 DAY 10

Overnight flight from Boston Hotel Metropole, Interlaken Hotel Grauer Bar, Innsbruck Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

FEATURES:

Interlaken: Alps excursion, visit Gryeres, Lake Geneva, Chateau De Chillon tour, Montreux, Golden Pass Panoramic train to Gstaad.

Lucerne tour including Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument, Old Town, day at leisure. Visit Liechtenstein. Innsbruck: walking tour, Hofburg Palace, Golden Roof, St. Jakob’s Cathedral. Excursion to Munich, Nymphenburg Palace, Vikualoenmarkt, Oktoberfest fair. Excursion to Salzburg: St. Peter’s Churchyard, Great Festival Hall, Mirabell Gardens, Mozart’s Square, St. Peter’s Restaurant dinner. Neuschwanstein Castle photo stop. Day at leisure. Hofburg Imperial Palace dinner and Tyrolean folklore show.

RESERVE BY: April 8, 2016 RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

PARIS, VENICE & VIENNA And Ljubljana, Slovenia

Thursday, September 15-Monday, September 26, 2016 FROM

$3,929

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

From $4,428 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $450.

INCLUDES:

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xperience dazzling Paris, romantic Venice and classy Vienna on this picture-perfect journey through the history, art, architecture and culture of three of Europe’s most stunning cities. In each city we’ll be treated to a getacquainted tour introducing us to the iconic sights and then have a day to explore on our own. See the Champs-Elysees, Notre-Dame Cathedral and Eiffel Tower before making our way to Versailles, Montmartre or the Jardin du Luxembourg in Paris. Piazza San Marco, the basilica, the Grand Canal and Bridge of Sighs are the highlights of our Venetian tour. At leisure we’ll want to wander through this fairytale labyrinth of canals and bridges. An added bonus is a visit to Ljubljana, one of Europe’s greenest and most liveable capitals with beautiful alabaster bridges and red-tiled roofs. We’ll get a taste of Imperial Vienna with a visit to Schönbrunn Palace and a ride down the Ringstrasse past the State Opera and Hof burg Palace.

Choices for our free time are limitless with an optional evening at the Opera, a Danube cruise or café-hopping topping the list. From grand canals to boulevards, from Venetian gothic to Viennese baroque, from glassblowing in Venice to Parisian window shopping, this vacation is a marvelous mix!

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Paris and Vienna to Boston, via a connecting city • Flight from Paris to Venice • Ten nights’ three- and four-star accommodations • Thirteen meals: nine breakfasts, four dinners with beer or wine • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of multilingual Tour Director

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–4 Mercure Paris Gare Montparnasse, Paris DAYS 5–7 Grande Albergo Ausonia & Hungaria, Venice DAY 8 Hotel Lev, Ljubljana DAYS 9–11 NH Belvedere, Vienna DAY 12 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

FEATURES: Paris tour, day at leisure. Venice tour, glassblowing demonstration, day at leisure. Ljubljana tour, visit Graz. Vienna tour, Schönbrunn Palace, day at leisure. OPTIONALS: Paris—The Palace & Gardens of Versailles, Notre-Dame & Luxembourg Gardens, Evening in Paris Dinner & River Cruise. Venice—Gondola Ride, Romantic Verona. Vienna—Evening in Vienna Opera & Dinner, Danube River Cruise. PRAGUE 3n post-tour extension $449 pp/do.

OPTIONALS: Jewish Quarter Walking Tour, Chateau Sychrov, Concert and Dinner.

RESERVE BY: March 25, 2016

RESERVE online: showofthemonth.com/travel

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NEW ZEALAND: UNTAMED LANDSCAPES North & South Islands plus: Fiji Optional Extension

Thursday, September 15–Thursday, September 29, 2016

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ith incredible scenery (majestic mountain ranges, stunning alpine lakes, craggy fjords, ancient forests and endless miles of beaches), a vibrant blend of European and native Maori culture, a hospitable welcome for tourists, award-winning wines and a favorable exchange rate, New Zealand is worth the journey. This exceptional program visits both the North and South Islands. Highlights include: Queenstown (staggeringly beautiful), breathtaking Milford Sound (described by Rudyard Kipling as the “eighth wonder of the world”), Fox Glacier, a home-hosted dinner, the turquoise waters of Kaiteriteri Beach, a wine tasting, charming Wellington, the panoramic view from Mount Victoria, Rotorua and a traditional Maori hangi feast country, Auckland (the city of sails) and the glowing Waitomo Caves.

RESERVE BY: March 25, 2016 FEATURES:

Queenstown: Milford Sound, Lake Te’Anau. Fox Glacier, Southern Alps, Hokitika. Nelson: Punakaiki, Buller Gorge, Abel Tasman National Beach & Kaiteriteri Beach, scenic cruise, homehosted dinner. Wellington: wine tasting, Picton, Wellington tour, Mount Victoria, Te Papa museum.

Rotorua: Maori country, Lake Taupo & Tongariro National Park, Kiwi Wildlife Park. Auckland: tour, Waitomo Caves. OPTIONALS: Queenstown— Walter Peak: Lake Cruise & Dinner. Hokitika—Fox Glacier Helicopter Ride $209. Rotorua—Maori Cultural Tour. FIJI 3n post-tour extension $749 pp/do land and air. OPTIONAL: Fiji Village Visit.

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FROM

$5,674

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

From $6,474 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $600.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Queenstown and Auckland to Boston, via a connecting city • Twelve nights’ three- and four-star accommodations • Sixteen meals: eleven breakfasts, five dinners with beer or wine • Wine tasting • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

TRIP PLANNER: DAYS 1–2 Overnight flight from Boston, cross International Date Line DAYS 3–5 Rydges Lakeland Resort, Queenstown DAY 6 Heartland Hotel, Fox Glacier DAY 7 Beachfront Hotel, Hokitika DAYS 8–9 Grand Mercure Monaco, Nelson DAYS 10–11 James Cook Grand Chancellor, Wellington DAYS 12–13 Millenium Hotel, Rotorua DAY 14 Rydges Auckland, Auckland DAY 15 Return flight to Boston

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

LAKES & VILLAGES OF NORTHERN ITALY Plus: Alpine Switzerland

Saturday, September 17-Sunday, September 25, 2016

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orthern Italy, where the Alps give way to Switzerland, is a gorgeous landscape of deep blue lakes, smart resort towns, ancient villages, fortified castles and lush gardens. Lake Maggiore’s charm and sophistication are the perfect setting for Baveno, a small lakeside resort flanked by cypress trees, dotted with villas and lakeside promenades brimming with café’s and bars overlooking the Borromean Islands. From our accommodations directly on the lakefront in a converted 18th-century villa, we’ll enjoy excursions to Isola Bella, quiet and secluded Lake Orta and romantic Bellagio on Lake Como; visit elegant palaces, terraced gardens and cobblestoned medieval squares while wandering along lakeside promenades. We’ll have some time to browse in Stresa and see the highlights of Milan in a half-day tour. The highlight of this holiday may be the full-day excursion to three jewels of Alpine Switzerland: Ascona, with its charming old town and promenade overlooking Lake Maggiore; Locarno, which boasts the warmest climate in Switzerland, with flourishing palm and lemon trees and a 12th-century castle; and Bellinzona, the “most Italian Swiss town” with picturesque squares and courtyards as well as a trio of castles listed with UNESCO. Lake Maggiore is one of Italy’s most elegant destinations with old world charm, flower-decked lake islands and shores spanning two countries.

RESERVE BY: May 31, 2016

$2,969

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,279 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change.

Land only pricing is available at your request if you prefer to make your own air arrangements. We may be able to assist you with airport/hotel transfers.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Milan, via Rome • Seven nights’ four-star accommodations: Hotel Simplon, Baveno • Eleven meals: seven buffet breakfasts, four dinners with wine • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Cruise to Isola Bella, tour of Palazzo Borromeo, free time. Free time in Stresa. Full-day excursion to Ascona, Bellinzona and Locarno including Castelgrande in Bellinzona. Excursion to Lake Como including tour of Villa Carlotta, mini-cruise of Lake Como, free time in Bellagio.

Excursion to Lake Orta, market at Omegna, mini-cruise to Orta San Giulio, wine tasting and snack. Full-day excursion to Milan including guided tour and free time.

RESERVE online: showofthemonth.com/travel

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LONDON and PARIS

Tuesday, September 20–Wednesday, September 28, 2016

LONDON GUARDS

$3,199

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,694 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450.

INCLUDES:

ARC DE TRIOMPHE

four World Heritage Sites, over L ondon: two hundred free-admission attractions;

6,000 restaurants; more than 40,000 shops and 83 major street markets; glorious parks, pubs and the best theater scene on the planet —this incredible city awaits you! “Paris is a million different things to a million different people,” states Lonely Planet. Infinitely charming and romantic, Paris can fulfill all your vacations dreams with jaw-dropping museums, eclectic neighborhoods, endless shopping and an inviting café on every corner.

Eight amazing days, two iconic cities—a perfect introduction to Europe!

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• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to London and Paris to Boston • Eurostar high-speed train from London to Paris • Seven nights’ three and four-star accommodations • Eight meals: six breakfasts, two dinners with wine or beer • Sightseeing tours in both cities • Round-trip, airport/hotel transfers • Services of bilingual Tour Director

OPTIONALS:

London—Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Bath, St. Paul’s Cathedral and Westminster Abbey, London Eye & Pub Dinner. Paris—Versailles Palace & Gardens, Monet & the Landscapes of Giverny, Evening in Paris: Dinner & River Cruise.

PARIS 2n post-tour extension $349 pp/do.

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 DAYS 2–5 DAY 6–8 DAY 9

Overnight flight from Boston Queen’s Gate London Hotel Pullman Paris Montparnasse Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

THE ISLAND of ISCHIA & SORRENTO Friday, September 23–Saturday, October 1, 2016

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his delightful vacation pairs a four-night island stay with three nights in the grand dame of Italian resorts, Sorrento. Lush greenery, peaceful seaside towns and postcard panoramas, Ischia is an idyllic Mediterranean island of stunning views surrounded by bright blue water. We’ll stay in Ischia town—divided into historic Ponte, marked by winding streets, fishermens' houses, traditional grocery stores, bars, restaurants and shops—and Ischia Porto, the port area with trendy Riva Destra (Right Bank) restaurants, shopping and nightlife.

Enjoy a guided tour that includes the La Mortella Botanical Gardens and the fascinating Aragonese Castle, and a visit to Pietratorcia winery for lunch—Ischia’s wine heritage dates back to 700 BC. Excursions include the islands of Procida—“this soulful blend of lemon groves and pastel-hued houses is memorably picturesque”—Lonely Planet; and legendary Capri. In charming Sorrento, perched on a cliff above the sea, we’ll discover winding, cobbled streets, elegant piazzas, an unspoiled old quarter, al fresco cafes and sweeping views across the Bay of Naples to Mount Vesuvius. We’ll visit the famous ruins of the archaeological site at Pompeii and spend a day along the Amalfi Coast visiting Positano, Amalfi and Ravello.

RESERVE BY: May 31, 2016

$3,129

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,429 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change.

Land only pricing is available at your request if you prefer to make your own air arrangements.

We may be able to assist you with airport/hotel transfers. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Naples, via Rome • Seven nights’ four-star accommodations • Twelve meals: seven breakfasts, three lunches, Welcome and Farewell dinners with wine • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local guides during excursions

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–5 Hotel Continental Terme, Ischia DAY 6–8 Hotel Conca Park, Sorrento DAY 9 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

FEATURES:

Full-day guided tour of Ischia including Mortella Gardens and Castello Aragonese, Pietratorcia winery visit for lunch. Half-day excursion by boat to Procida with guided tour and lunch. Full-day excursion by boat to Capri including Villa San Michele and Gardens of Caesar Augustus and lunch. Panoramic tour of Naples. Guided tour of Sorrento. Excursion to Pompeii with guided tour. Full-day excursion to the Amalfi Coast including Positano, Amalfi and Ravello.

RESERVE online: showofthemonth.com/travel

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t’s official: Croatia is hot,” says Rick Steves, one of America’s leading travel authorities, and Fodor’s has named Croatia as the Number One "World Destination on the Rise" in its list of the most popular and upand-coming destinations. Croatia is one of Europe’s hidden jewels with five thousand years of history, 1,100 miles of stunning Adriatic Sea coastline and mouth-watering seafood. Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” is a walled, medieval city whose romantic Old Town is a traffic-free jumble of cobbled lanes. Enjoy a locally-guided walking tour to see the Bell Tower Clock, the Franciscan Monastery and Sponza Palace, followed by free time. Follow the spectacular Adriatic coast to bustling, vibrant Split and a tour that features the abandoned palace of the Roman emperor Diocletian and the Old Town with its Renaissance and gothic structures. We’ll explore the spectacular Plitvice Lakes, one of Europe’s most beautiful national parks, (and a UNESCO World Heritage site).

Sixteen terraced lakes—separated by natural limestone dams and connected by countless waterfalls—set in a lush mountainous forest.

Visit the posh resort town of Opatija, and Postojna, to see one of the oldest and largest caves in Europe, before arriving in Bled, Slovenia. We’ll spend two nights in Lake Bled whose exquisite scenery makes it one of the world’s most beautiful Alpine resorts and enjoy a tour featuring the town and lake shore and imposing Bled Castle. Our holiday winds down with a visit to colorful and historic Ljubljana and ends in Zagreb—a lively city of historic neighborhoods, a thriving café culture and the country’s best museums.

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PLITVICE LAKES

$3,499

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $4,099 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Lufthansa flights from Boston to Dubrovnik and Zagreb to Boston, via a connecting city • Eight nights' first class accommodations • Thirteen meals: eight breakfasts, five dinners including Welcome dinner with wine • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–3 Hotel Valamar Lacroma, Dubrovnik DAY 4 Atrium Hotel, Split DAY 5 Hotel Jezero, Plitvice Lakes DAYS 6–7 Hotel Park, Bled DAYS 8–9 Hotel Westin, Zagreb DAY 10 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

FEATURES:

Dubrovnik guided walking tour. Split guided tour. Excursion to Plitvice Lakes National Park with guided walking tour. Visit Opatija resort.

Excursion to Postojna with cave tour. Bled guided tour. Visit Ljubljana, Slovenia and walking tour. Zabreb guided city tour.

RESERVE BY: May 23, 2016 RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

THE FRENCH RIVIERA & THE CINQUE TERRE Nice & Monterosso Saturday, September 24–Sunday, October 2, 2016

NICE

$3,339

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his epic holiday along the Mediterranean coast brings us from the azure coastline of the French Riviera to the dramatic scenery of the wildly-charming Cinque Terre. With year-round sun, belle époque and Art Deco architecture, the curving Bay of Angels and the celebrated Promenade des Anglais, Nice’s appeal is universal. We’ve included a morning tour featuring the gorgeous harbor, the historic Old Town and ending at the famous flower market with free time for lunch on our own. Later we’ll head to the medieval village of St. Paul De Vence, built on a high rocky outcrop and surrounded by ramparts. Enjoy a full-day excursion to the principality of Monaco and Monte Carlo with free time to visit the Cathedral in Old town, the Oceanographic Museum and Aquarium or simply wander the waterfront and visit the famous Japanese Gardens. Called “some of the most dramatic coastal scenery on the planet,”

by Lonely Planet, the five “jewel box” villages of the Cinque Terre cling to the steep cliffs and terraced hillsides along the six-mile stretch of Ligurian coast. We’ve chosen Monterosso, the only village with its own large beach and seafront promenade, as our homebase for the next three nights. An excursion to the five villages (by boat or train, weather dependent) and a day at leisure round out this seaside vacation.

RESERVE BY: May 31, 2016

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,769 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Land only pricing is available at your request if you prefer to make your own air arrangements. We may be able to assist you with airport/hotel transfers.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Nice and Genoa to Boston, via Rome • Seven nights' accommodations • Twelve meals: seven breakfasts, five dinners with wine • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–5 NH Hotel, Nice DAYS 6–8 Hotel Villa Adriana, Monterosso DAY 9 Return flight to Boston

FEATURES:

Nice: guided tour including harbor, Promenade des Anglais, historic center and flower market; excursion to St. Paul de Vence, tomb of Marc Chagall; full-day excursion to Monaco and Monte Carlo; full-day excursion to Avignon including the Palais des Papes. Visit Albenga and Torre Pernice winery with lunch.

Monterosso: excursion to Cinque Terre villages.

RESERVE online: showofthemonth.com/travel

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THE AZORES

The Island of Sao Miguel Sunday, September 25–Sunday, October 2, 2016 Sunday, October 2–Sunday, October 9, 2016

SETE CIDADES

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reathtaking volcanic craters, lush gardens, hot springs and stunning coastal views—the Azores are exquisite. A non-stop flight from Boston brings you to beautiful Sao Miguel—the Green Island—in just four-and-a-half hours. From your downtown accommodations in colorful Ponta Delgada, you’re close to museums, monuments and historic landmarks as well as lively markets, lovely parks and plenty of cafés, restaurants and shops. Visit the famous crater lakes at Sete Cidades—and perhaps discover why one lagoon is blue and the other green—the mystical Fire Lake, and the hot springs in the Valley of Furnas. You’ll be entertained at a tea plantation and passion fruit liqueur factory, enjoy a traditional Azorean feast cooked underground by the hot springs and stroll the winding paths at Terra Nostra Botanical Gardens. Add in quaint villages, tropical waterfalls, ocean views and a full day to explore on your own and you’ll understand why National Geographic rates the Azores as one of the top ten vacation spots in the world!

$2,279

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,279 per person triple occupancy; $2,579 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. MH Ross Travel Protection is $175.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the insurance. Purchase must be made at time of booking.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $450.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip, non-stop, regularly scheduled SATA Airlines flights from Boston to Sao Miguel • Six nights’ four-star accommodations: Acores Atlantico, Ponta Delgada (or similar) • Thirteen meals: six breakfasts, two lunches, five dinners • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

RESERVE BY: April 18, 2016 FEATURES:

Ponta Delgada tour, excursion to Sete Cidades twin lakes, pineapple plantation, ceramic factory, passion frut liqueur factory, Caldeira Veha waterfall, Lagoa de Fogo (Fire Lake), excursion to Valley of Furnas, traditional cozido feast, Terra Nostra Botanical Park, Pico do Ferro overlook, visit tea plantation, excursion to Ribeira Grande, Ribeira dos Calderoes, Nordeste, day at leisure, excursion to Quinta Pico da Cruz farm, Lusitano horses dressage demonstration.

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CL NEW UB T PR RA OG VE Explore Italy’s Emilia Romagna RA L M! Saturday, October 1–Sunday, October 9, 2016

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e know many of you prefer vacations that offer one homebase from which to explore a new region and this new travel program fits the bill. We’ll spend seven nights in Parma and enjoy a slice of everything beautiful and authentic about Italy. Parma is a compact, walkable city, rich with culture, art, tradition and history—explore its architecture, beautiful gardens, medieval piazzas and shops.

No visit to Parma would be complete without enjoying the superstars of Parma cuisine— mouth-watering Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and delectable Prosciutto di Parma ham—followed by a winery visit and lunch.

(Yum!) We’ve arranged a walking tour of the city highlights including admission to the Baptistery and Teatro Farnese and followed by a visit to nearby Fontanellato to see the lovely, 14th-century, moated castle. We’ll enjoy excursions to elegant Ferrara (some say it’s the perfect Italian city), the stunning Cinque Terre (“Italy’s most remote and romantic stretch of Riviera,” says Rick Steves) and delightful Verona with its medieval palaces, winding streets, ancient ruins, and of course, Juliet’s balcony. And, we’ll enjoy a fullday in Parma with free time to explore its cobbled streets and historic small squares.

RESERVE BY: May 31, 2016

$3,199

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,435 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Land only pricing is available at your request if you prefer to make your own air arrangements. We may be able to assist you with airport/hotel transfers.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Milan, via Rome • Seven nights’ three-star accommodations: Hotel Button, Parma • Fourteen meals: seven breakfasts, four lunches with wine, three dinners with wine at local restaurants • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

FEATURES:

Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma tasting. Winery visit including lunch with wine at Casale del Groppone. Guided walking tour of Parma, lunch with wine. Excursion to Ferrara.

Excursion to the Cinque Terre including lunch with wine. Excursion to Verona including guided walking tour and lunch with wine.

RESERVE online: showofthemonth.com/travel

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AMSTERDAM GETAWAY $1,999

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

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ne of the most colorful cities in the world, Amsterdam packs picturesque canals, a multitude of museums and Europe’s largest historic center into an intimate and charming package. With 7,000 preserved historic buildings, nearly 200 canals traversed by more than a thousand bridges, the fabled, gabled houses and painted houseboats, Amsterdam is instantly likeable. Make time to visit the floating flower market and Nine Streets shopping area; enjoy craft beer and street food, use the convenient tram system and enjoy the fact that nearly everyone you meet will speak nearly-perfect English.

Call for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $400.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip non-stop regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Amsterdam • Five nights’ four-star accommodations: Golden Tulip West • Breakfast daily, welcome dinner • Half-day city tour • Canal cruise • Hosted, round-trip airport/hotel transfers

RESERVE BY: June 28, 2016 After deadline, call for availability.

GOLDEN PRAGUE

Monday, October 3–Sunday, October 9, 2016

$1,869

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

Call for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $400..

BRIDGES IN PRAGUE

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he quintessential Bohemian capital, Prague draws an international crowd of art lovers, culture enthusiasts and, of course, romantics. An old and glorious city with history carved into every cobblestone of its narrow streets, Prague is one of the few European capitals whose architecture has remained unmarred by war for the last 600 years. The historic center offers a unique variety of architecture from thousand-yearold Romanesque rotundas to ornate Art Deco mansions.

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INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Prague, via a connecting city • Five nights’ four-star accommodations: Jurys Inn • Breakfast daily, welcome dinner • Half-day city tour • Hosted, round-trip airport/hotel transfers

RESERVE BY: June 30, 2016 After deadline, call for availability.

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

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BUDAPEST GETAWAY

$1,999

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

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udapest is often a surprise to travelers as they discover it’s one of Europe’s prettiest cities. The Danube River winds though its center creating a stunning skyline—the red dome of Parliament, Buda castle, gothic architecture, riverside promenades and lovely bridges—and separates the city into Buda with its medieval streets, museums, caves and Roman ruins and dynamic Pest with flea markets, bookstores, antique stores and cafés. Join this Travel Club Exclusive and discover a 1,000-year-old culture, museums and exceptional cuisine and wine. Our suggestions: a night-time Danube cruise, visit the Shoes on the Danube (a moving memorial), Fisherman’s Bastion and the Chain Bridge.

Call for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $400.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Budapest, via a connecting city • Five nights’ four-star accommodations: NH Budapest City • Breakfast daily, one dinner • Half day city tour • Coffee and cakes at Café Central • Hosted, round-trip airport/hotel transfers

RESERVE BY: July 7, 2016

After deadline, call for availability.

DUBLIN GETAWAY

Monday, November 7–Sunday, November 13, 2016

$1,799

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

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ublin gave us James Joyce and Oscar Wilde, Guinness and U2. It’s where the locals are happy to see you and all seem to have a relative in Boston! Justifiably proud of its reputation for “craic,” a general good-time atmosphere—Dublin is vibrant. Famous for its pubs with their traditional entertainment and impromptu sing-alongs, Dublin can also boast of its trendy shops, chic restaurants and art galleries.

During your leisure time you may want to visit Trinity College to view the amazing Book of Kells (a beautifully illustrated manuscript written around 800 A.D.) and St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

Dublin is a treasure—a cosmopolitan capital with its traditional culture brilliantly preserved.

Call for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $400.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip non-stop, regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Dublin • Five nights’ four-star accommodations: Croke Park Hotel • Irish breakfast daily, one pub dinner • Half-day city tour • Hosted, round-trip airport/hotel transfers

RESERVE BY: August 4, 2016 After deadline, call for availability.

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GETAWAY to ICELAND Sunday, October 2–Friday, October 7, 2016

REYKJAVIK

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op a quick flight—the shortest to any European destination—and you’re there! We’ve included the “musts” in this mini-getaway: a Reykjavik city tour of the colorful, historic center and shopping districts. A full-day “Golden Circle” excursion brings us to the famous trio of sites: the rainbow misted waterfall Gullfoss; Geysir with its spouting geysers and hot springs; and Thingvellir, a renowned beauty spot set amidst lava fields and deep ravines. Along the stunning South Coast we’ll explore charming villages and view Solheimajokull Glacier.

We’ll top off our stay with a relaxing and rejuvenating visit to the Blue Lagoon before we return to the airport. Don’t miss this wonderfully-priced opportunity to visit one of Europe’s most unique and captivating cities.

RESERVE BY: April 25, 2016 After deadline, call for availability.

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$1,799

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $1,779 per person triple occupancy; $2,199 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. MH Ross Travel Protection is $120. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Passport required. Per person deposit is $400.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip, non-stop regularly scheduled Icelandair flights from Boston to Reykjavik • Four nights’ superior three-star accommodations: Center Hotel Plaza, Reykjavik • Breakfast daily • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of local Tour Host

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

BARCELONA, SOUTHERN FRANCE & THE ITALIAN RIVIERA Wednesday, October 5–Sunday, October 16, 2016

$3,519

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,869 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Per person deposit is $450.

INCLUDES: BARCELONA

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ou can’t miss with the classics! Join us as we travel to some of the world’s most beautiful and glamorous destinations: vibrant Barcelona, über chic Southern France and the glorious Italian Riviera. One of the oldest cities in the world, cosmopolitan Barcelona is enchanting: fabled architecture and worldclass dining, the Gothic Quarter and treelined, pedestrianized Las Ramblas, Gaudí and Picasso. We’ll discover her secrets on a tour that includes La Sagrada Família and Mirador de l’Alcalde Park and have free time to explore on our own or join a fantastic optional excursion. Heading into France, we’ll visit the fortified medieval city of Carcassonne (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). In Nîmes—with the finest collection of Roman ruins in France—we’ll see the Maison Carrée (a preserved Roman temple), a Roman aqueduct and the Arena (seen in “Gladiator”).

A full-day excursion on the French Riviera includes a walk along the cliffs of Cap Ferrat and Nice’s Old Town and a visit, the following morning, to Monaco. Travelling along the Mediterranean we’ll discover the famed Cinque Terre—five villages clinging to the cliffs and terraced hillsides above the sea along a six-mile stretch of the Italian coast— romantic, dramatic and idyllic. Our incredible journey ends with two nights in Florence including a guided tour of her medieval and Renaissance highlights.

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Barcelona and Florence to Boston, via a connecting city • Ten nights’ three and four-star accommodations • Thirteen meals: nine breakfasts, four dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of multilingual Tour Director

FEATURES:

Barcelona tour including La Sagrada Familia. Visit Carcassone. Nîmes guided tour including the arena and Pont du Gard. French Riviera excursion including Cap Ferrat, Villa Ephrussi and Nice’s Old Town. Visit Monaco including Rock of Monaco, cathedral, Old Town and Prince’s Palace.

Excursion to the Cinque Terre. Florence guided tour including the Duomo, Giotto’s Campanile, Basilica of Santa Croce and Ponte Vecchio.

OPTIONALS: Barcelona—Parc Güell & Pedrera, Montserrat, Flamenco dinner show. French Riviera— Cannes catamaran cruise & dinner. Florence—San Gimignano with lunch. ROME 2n post-tour extension $389 pp/do. OPTIONAL: Vatican City & St. Peter’s Basilica, dinner with tenors.

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–4 Catalonia Barcelona Plaza, Barcelona DAY 5 Mercure Montpellier Antigone, Montpellier DAYS 6–7 Hipark Residences, Nice DAY 8–9 Europa Hotel Design Spa 1877, Rapallo DAY 10–11 NH Anglo American, Florence DAY 12 Return flight to Boston

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PARIS, BURGUNDY & AVIGNON

Friday, October 7–Friday, October 14, 2016

NOTRE DAME

$2,659

per person double occupancy PROVENCE

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rance is a sensuous feast for the eyes, heart and palette and this Gallic getaway is sublime. Paris is, inarguably, one of the most beautiful cities on earth with dazzling landmarks, grand museums and heavenly food. We’ve arranged a Seine cruise and highlights tour featuring Notre Dame, the Latin Quarter and the Champs-Élysées. A TGV train brings us to Dijon, in Burgundy’s wine region—an appealing city filled with elegant medieval and Renaissance buildings. We’ll tour the Musée des Beaux-Arts (Museum of Fine Arts)—an exquisite collection housed in the Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy. Free time to explore Dijon is followed by an excursion to Côte de Nuits, home to some of the world’s most famous red wine producing vineyards, where we’ll enjoy a winery and cellar visit and tastings. During a two-night stay in Provence we’ll visit Avignon, the “City of Popes”—it was the seat of Christendom in the 14th century —and explore this walled city and preserved historic center with a visit to the Palais des Papes, the world’s largest Gothic palace. Venture into the Provence countryside of the Luberon region with picturesque roads, olive groves and vineyards to see some of the most beautiful and fascinating hilltop villages in France.

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INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

Call for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $400.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Paris and Nice to Boston, via a connecting city • TGV train from Paris to Dijon, Dijon to Avignon, Avignon to Nice • Six nights’ first-class accommodations • Breakfast daily, welcome dinner • Hosted round-trip airport/hotel and train station/hotel transfers

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 DAYS 2–3 DAYS 4–5 DAYS 6–7 DAY 8

Overnight flight from Boston Paris Dijon Avignon Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

FEATURES:

Paris: Seine cruise, guided tour. Dijon: admission to Musée des Beaux-Arts, visit Côte de Nuits, winery visit and tasting. Avignon: tour, excursion to Luberon villages. OPTIONAL: Paris—Louvre Museum.

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

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VALENCIA & BARCELONA

Wednesday, October 12–Wednesday, October 19, 2016

SAGRADA FAMILIA, BARCELONA

call vivacious Valencia “Spain’s hidden S ome jewel” with its atmospheric old town—a

tangle of winding alleys and café-lined squares, a mix of Beaux-Arts and old Iberian architecture, and its lush gardens. We’ll enjoy a highlights tour that includes the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences and the Cathedral, a fusion of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque styles, purported to shelter the Holy Grail, and end the day with a paella dinner at a local restaurant. Chic, cosmopolitan, historic, stunning; the iconic city of Barcelona “is the epitome of European cool,” claims TripAdvisor. This vibrant coastal city has exciting nightlife, outstanding restaurants, gorgeous Art Deco architecture and Europe’s bestpreserved Gothic quarter, not to mention Barcelona’s signature attraction, Antonio Gaudi’s magnificent La Sagrada Familia Basilica. Our city tour features the Gothic Quarter, Las Ramblas, a series of five lovely, lively streets packed with buskers, street vendors and colorful markets, fanciful Parc Guell and La Sagrada Familia Basilica. We’ve included an excursion to the mountain of Montserrat with admission to the Royal Basilica and a liqueur tasting. A highlight of our vacation is an excursion to Sant Sadurni d’Anoia—where the finest Cava (Spanish sparkling wine) is produced—for a visit to the cellars and a tour of the underground cave, followed by a stop in Sitges, one of the most picturesque villages on the Catalan coast. This holiday will recharge your senses—¡olé!

CITY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES, VALENCIA

$2,629

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

Call for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $400.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Valencia and Barcelona to Boston via a connecting city • Train from Valencia to Barcelona • Six nights’ four-star accommodations: two nights Valencia, NH Hotel Las Artes; four nights Barcelona, Barcelona Center Hotel • Breakfast daily • Special paella dinner • Farewell dinner with wine • Escorted round-trip airport/hotel transfers

RESERVE BY: July 9, 2016

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PARIS, NORMANDY & THE LOIRE VALLEY Friday, October 14–Sunday, October 23, 2016

$3,339

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,924 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Per person deposit is $450.

INCLUDES:

LOIRE VALLEY

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aris, Normandy and the Loire Valley offer an abundance of riches for travelers with diverse interests. A city of “many splendors,” Hemingway, Paris is unforgettable from its scrumptious cuisine to its vast art collections and architecture, from the cobbled streets of Montmartre to the stunning Sacré Coeur, from haute couture to history. Enjoy a guided tour highlighting the city’s arrondissements (neighborhoods), the Champ-Élysées and Place de la Concorde followed by free time to explore on your own. Heading toward Normandy, we’ll visit Rouen with its soaring Gothic cathedral and beautifully restored medieval quarter, taste the famous Calvados (distinctive apple brandy) and see France’s prettiest harbor at Honfleur. A fullday excursion brings history to the forefront as we visit the D-Day Museum in Arromanches, stop at the American Cemetery in Colleville— resting place for 9,000 American soldiers who died in 1944—visit the monument honoring the 2nd Ranger Battalion at Pointe du Hoc and have the opportunity to walk along Omaha Beach. Explore the striking island of Mont Saint-Michel—named as one of National Geographic’s must-see places and one of Europe’s most iconic sights, with its spire-topped abbey rising from the sea. The Loire Valley—called the “Playground of Kings”—is also châteaux country and we’ll explore the stunning 14thcentury Château de Chenonceau. From the tour-de-force that that is Paris, to the poignant history of Normandy, to the lush landscapes of the Loire…Je t’adore.

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• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Paris • Eight nights’ three and four-star accommodations • Eleven meals: seven breakfasts, four dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of multilingual Tour Director

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–3 Paris Marriott Rive Gauche Hotel, Paris DAYS 4–5 Almoria Hotel Deaubille, Normandy DAYS 6 Hotel de la Cité, Saint-Malo DAY 7–8 Novotel Amboise Hotel, Loire Valley DAY 9 Paris Marriott Rive Gauche Hotel, Paris DAY 10 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

FEATURES:

Paris guided tour. Visit Rouen and Honfleur harbor, taste Calvados apple brandy.

Normandy full-day excursion including D-Day Museum in Arromanches, American Cemetery in Colleville, visit Pointe du Hoc and American 2nd Ranger Battalion monument, visit Omaha Beach. Guided tour of island of Mont SaintMichel including the Benedictine Abbey. SaintMalo guided tour. Loire Valley guided tour including châteaux country and admission to Château de Chenonceau. OPTIONALS: Paris—Versailles Palace & Gardens, dinner & river cruise. Loire Valley—dinner & wine tasting. PARIS 2n post-tour extension $349 pp/ do. OPTIONAL: Notre Dame & the Marais, Monet & Giverny.

RESERVE BY: April 25, 2016 RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

CLASSIC SICILY

Palermo, Agrigento and Taormina

Saturday, October 22–Sunday, October 30, 2016

EV SEL ER LS Y Y OU EA T R!

TAORMINA

is dramatic—in every sense of the S icily word. Lying only 80 miles from the coast

of North Africa, Sicily has seen invaders—all attracted to its beauty, fertility and magic.

That doesn’t sound all that dramatic, you say?

Try this: Sicily is both blessed by the spectacular, turquoise Mediterranean Sea and cursed by volcanoes and earthquakes. Not enough? Quintes­sentially Italian yet uniquely Sicilian, the island has seen plagues, family vendettas, poverty and prosperity. It has always attracted poets, painters and lovers of beauty. It has mountains and beaches and vineyards; its cities and towns are both ancient and modern. In short—it’s dramatic!

Join us this October as we explore Sicily from the storied streets of Palermo to the most famous of all Italian resort towns— Taormina. In between, we’ll visit Marsala and sip wine; spend a day marveling at the Greek temples in Agrigento; wander the streets of Catania; and, finally, discover the charms of Taormina, to this day, a hot spot for the rich and famous. Now that’s dramatic!

RESERVE BY: May 31, 2016 TRAVELER REVIEWS “It was a wonderful trip! Our guide, Rosa, was the best, a real pro! Loved Taormina, a beautiful place. Valley of the Temples, an amazing sight. This was our third trip with The Travel Club—all were very professionally run. We will definitely travel with you again.”

—Mark M. October 2015

$2,799

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,045 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Land only pricing is available at your request if you prefer to make your own air arrangements. We may be able to assist you with airport/hotel transfers.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Palermo and Catania to Boston, via Rome • Seven nights’ three- and four-star accommodations • Eleven meals: seven buffet breakfasts, five dinners with wine • Wine tasting in Marsala • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional local Tour Manager

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 DAYS 2–4 DAY 5 DAYS 6–8 DAY 9

Overnight flight from Boston Hotel Garibaldi, Palermo Hotel Kaos, Agrigento Hotel Continentale, Taormina Return flight to Boston

FEATURES:

Guided full-day tour of Palermo; full-day excursion to Erice and Marsala including wine tasting and Sicilian snacks; tour of the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento; visit to Catania; half-day walking tour of Taormina, half-day excursion to Mount Etna.

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ROMAN HOLIDAY

Sunday, October 30–Saturday, November 5, 2016

$1,879

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,199 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Land only pricing is available at your request if you prefer to make your own air arrangements. We may be able to assist you with airport/hotel transfers. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

VATICAN MUSEUM

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he ancients were right! Rome is the Eternal City and its 3,000-year heritage is evident on every street of this historic and cultural gem where modern life blends with the antiquities of a lost time. This year Rome is celebrating its Jubilee of Mercy as declared by Pope Francis and the doors of all the city’s churches are open to the public including the Holy Door at St. Peter’s.

What a fantastic time to be in Rome! We’ve chosen accommodations at the centrally located Hotel Milani, with easy access to public transportation. Our independent programs are designed for you to experience Rome on your own, but we have a few suggestions. Don’t miss the Borghese Museum—the art, the gardens and the building are extravagantly beautiful. Head to the Campo dei Fiori outdoor market, buy your wine, bread, cheese and enjoy a picnic at Piazza Navona as you people watch. We’ve included “jump-the-line” tickets for the Vatican Museum. (Tip: mail your postcards from inside Vatican City for the unique stamps and postmark.) The weather in November is perfect for sightseeing and you’re more likely to encounter Romans than tourists! You’ll discover the treasures of this immense open-air museum go hand-in-hand with Rome’s more modern pleasures—legendary cuisine, cutting-edge fashion and shopping!

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• Round-trip, non-stop, regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Rome • Five nights’ superior three-star accommodations: Hotel Milani • American buffet breakfast daily • Welcome beverage on arrival • Welcome dinner with wine at local restaurant • Half-day guided panoramic motorcoach tour • Half-day tour of Vatican museum, St. Peter’s Basilica and Sistine Chapel • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers

TRAVELER REVIEWS

“Would like to comment on how helpful, cooperative and professional all the Club office staff are—especially Barbara!” —Diane O.

ASK ABOUT OUR LOW-COST EXTENSIONS! VISIT FLORENCE OR VENICE! RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

FLORENCE GETAWAY

Sunday, October 30–Saturday, November 5, 2016

is a stunning medieval city conF lorence sidered to be one of the world’s most

beautiful with its palaces, churches and museums. So you won’t be overwhelmed by this breathtaking collection—we’ve included a half-day walking tour to acquaint you with the city’s most famous areas and “skip-theline” visits to the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s David and the Uffizi Gallery. Don’t miss the delightful antique flea markets at Piazza dei Ciompi, the jewelry shops along Ponte Vecchio, the Boboli Gardens, and the espresso cafés along the Piazza della Repubblica. You’ll enjoy Florence in the off-season when it’s less congested and easier to get a table at restaurants!

RESERVE BY: May 31, 2016

TRAVELER REVIEWS “I love your Independent Programs! This was my third... Paris and Florence were the other two.”

—Deborah P., Venice November 2014

$1,899

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,209 for single reservations. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Land only pricing is available at your request if you prefer to make your own air arrangements. We may be able to assist you with airport/hotel transfers. Passport required.

Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled Alitalia Airlines flights from Boston to Florence, via Rome • Five nights’ three-star accommodations: Hotel Cellai • Buffet breakfast daily • Welcome beverage on arrival • Welcome dinner with wine at local restaurant • Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Half-day guided walking tour with skipthe-line admission to Accademia Gallery to see David • Half-day guided tour of Uffizi Gallery with skip-the-line admission

WANT TO ADD A FEW DAYS IN ROME? ASK ABOUT A LOW-COST EXTENSION! RESERVE online: showofthemonth.com/travel

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EMERALD ISLE ESCAPE

Wednesday, November 2–Wednesday, November 9, 2016

RING OF KERRY

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he pipes, the pipes are calling, from glen to glen, and down the mountain side….” The Travel Club has arranged a new escape where you’ll experience a “bit of the Irish”—a dose of history, gracious hospitality and a countryside full of charm and beauty.

After arrival at Dublin Airport you’ll travel south to Kilkenny, known as Ireland’s loveliest inland city with a fascinating medieval history and vibrant night-life. After a stop at the Blarney Woollen Mills to shop for the perfect gift, you’ll make your way to bustling Killarney. Be sure to enjoy a pub dinner and hop on a “jaunting car” ride. Next day you’ll wind around the beautiful Iveragh Peninsula on The Ring of Kerry—called “one of the most magical places in all Ireland.” Photo stops will be made to admire the spectacular landscape and you’ll visit the colorful village of Sneem and pause at Moll’s Gap for a view of the Lakes of Killarney. As you depart Killarney for Dublin you’ll see the unforgettable Rock of Cashel and travel through the Curragh, Ireland’s equestrian country. Get acquainted with Dublin on a panoramic tour upon arrival and enjoy the next two days on your own to leisurely explore.

RESERVE BY: May 31, 2016

After deadline, call for availability.

A SELL-OUT IN 2013, 2014 AND 2015!

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$1,759

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $1,759 per person triple occupancy; $2,069 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $400.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip, non-stop, regularly scheduled Aer Lingus flights from Boston to Dublin • Six nights’ four-star accommodations • Eight meals: six full Irish breakfasts, two dinners in Killarney • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Sightseeing and touring • Services of professional local driver/guide

FEATURES:

Kilkenny, Blarney Woollen Mills, Killarney, Iveragh Peninsula, The Ring of Kerry, Lakes of Killarney, Rock of Cashel, Dublin city tour.

OPTIONALS: Excursion to Kilkenny Castle, excursion to Blarney Castle.

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAY 2 Newpark Hotel, Kilkenny DAYS 3–4 Killarney Towers Hotel, Killarney DAYS 5–7 Maldron Cardiff Lane, Dublin DAY 8 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

DISCOVER PORTUGAL Porto, Lisbon & The Algarve

Saturday, November 5–Sunday, November 13, 2016

PORTO

$2,609

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,819 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450.

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n astonishingly beautiful, sunny Portugal, you’ll discover charming old villages, a dramatic coastline, fairytale palaces, stunning monuments and flower-covered landscapes.

This unique itinerary begins in Porto—where port wine originated—with a wander through the medieval lanes of the old district and the postcard-perfect Douro riverfront. (An optional tour includes a river cruise, a stop at a port wine cellar and a tasting!) In Gothic Coimbra you’ll enjoy visiting both the university and the stunning cathedral before arriving in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city of Evora—with its Roman roots, a cultural oasis for over 2,000 years. Discover white-sand beaches and tranquil fishing villages in the Algarve, Portugal’s sunny, southern, resortlined coast, and visit Cape St. Vincent, thought to be the edge of the world before the Age of Discovery. Colorful Lisbon has oldworld neighborhoods, the Moorish Alfama Quarter, world-class art and museums, mosaic sidewalks, red-tiled roofs, gothic cathedrals, tiny fado clubs and monuments to the explorers. Portugal is a feast for every sense.

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Porto and Lisbon to Boston, via a connecting city • Seven nights’ four-star accommodations • Nine meals: six breakfasts, three dinners with wine or beer • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of multilingual Tour Director

FEATURES:

Porto tour including Old-World Ribeira district; Coimbra tour including the university and cathedral. Evora tour; Algarve coast, visit Lagos, Sagres and Cape St. Vincent. Lisbon tour including Jeronimos Monastery, Belem Tower and Alfama district. OPTIONALS: Porto—Douro River Cruise and port wine cellars. Lisbon—Fado Dinner and Show; Sintra and Portuguese Riviera.

LISBON 2n post-tour extension $259 pp/do.

OPTIONALS: Fatima Shrines and Basilicas; Medieval Obidos and Nazare.

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Overnight flight from Boston

DAYS 2–3 Mercure Porto Centro Hotel, Porto DAY 4

M’AR De AR Muralhas, Evora

DAYS 5–6 Holiday Inn Algarve, Algarve DAYS 7–8 Hotel Sana Malhoa, Lisbon DAY 9

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LONDON

WESTMINSTER ABBEY

is where you’ll find four world L ondon Heritage Sites—The Tower of London,

Westminster Abbey, Maritime Greenwich, and Kew Royal Botanic Gardens—more than two hundred free-admission attractions, St. Paul’s Cathedral and Big Ben, the Royals (both old and new), street markets, an endless choice of pubs, glorious green parks, the best theater scene on the planet, black cabs and red double-decker buses, shopping at Harrods, Selfridges and Oxford Street. We’ve included a panoramic highlights tour and Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday. This independent program, exclusive to The Travel Club, lets you decide what you’d like to see (although we’ll give you a list of our favorites)—without having to take time off from work or school. It’s the perfect opportunity to get away.

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BIG BEN

$1,999

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

Call for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $400.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip, non-stop, regularly scheduled Delta flights from Boston to London • Three nights’ four-star accommodations: Thistle Hyde Park • Guided panoramic highlights tour • English breakfast daily, Thanksgiving dinner • Hosted, round-trip airport/hotel transfers

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

SPEND NEW YEAR’S WEEK in LONDON

Thursday, December 29, 2016–Wednesday, January 4, 2017

NEW YEAR’S FIREWORKS DISPLAY

is the perfect place to count down L ondon the seconds and watch the old year turn into

the “new.” The streets of London are never more peaceful than after Christmas. Boasting four World Heritage sites—the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Maritime Greenwich, Kew Royal Botanic Gardens—over two hundred ‘free-admission’ attractions, 6,000 restaurants, more than 40,000 shops and 83 major street markets, glorious parks, pubs and the best theater scene on the planet, this lovely and eminently walkable city awaits both the first-time visitor and seasoned traveler. We’ve included a “landmarks” sightseeing tour including Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, St. Paul’s Cathedral and Buckingham Palace and an evening out highlighted by a magical ride on the London Eye and a tour of the Covent Garden area. You can sweeten your holiday with a choice of exciting optional tours both in and outside the city and a chance to watch the spectacular New Year’s Day Parade which starts at Parliament Square when Big Ben strikes noon.

$2,849

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,159 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $450.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip, regularly scheduled flights from Boston to London • Five nights first-class accommodations: Hilton London Kensington or similar • Six meals: four breakfasts, two dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

FEATURES:

Panoramic tour including Buckingham Palace, evening ride on London Eye, Covent Garden, farewell dinner. OPTIONALS: Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Salisbury, A Day in Oxford, St. Paul’s Cathedral & Westminster Abbey.

LONDON 2n post-tour extension $399 pp/do.

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Travel Club Select Extraordinary Destinations.

Longer Stays.

Multiple Departures.

It’s all about value. Our members love the idea of spending a bit less and travelling more! At the same time, many of you have expressed interest in longer trips, flexible dates and destinations with even more ambitious itineraries. That’s why we created Travel Club Select.

In partnership with Collette Vacations, we now offer a wide range of unique travel experiences to, literally, every corner of the planet. Now we can help you plan and book, say, two weeks in Australia or a visit to China – all with the same personal service and attention to detail that you’ve come to expect from The Travel Club. On the next pages, you’ll find 19 exceptional travel experiences hand-picked by our staff. Each one has a set departure date and includes round-trip air and all fuel surcharges and fees. If any of the dates listed don’t fit in with your vacation plans, please call for additional dates. (Prices may vary.) Call for complete, day-by-day itineraries.

Travel Club Select: More Choice for Our Members.

Complimentary Round-Trip Sedan Service If you live within 50 miles of Logan Airport, you’re eligible for complimentary round-trip sedan service. One pick-up (at one address) per reservation. Call us for more details!

Webinars!

The Club will continue to offer informal, informational “webinars” that will answer all your questions about several of these Travel Club Select trips. Let us know if there are any you would like us to offer. We’ll send you an email with the date and a link so you can easily register online. These webinars are fun and informative—and there’s absolutely no obligation!

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RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

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SPOTLIGHT on DUBLIN Saturday, July 9–Friday, July 15, 2016

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thousand year history, rich cultural heritage and a vibrant personality make Dublin the perfect getaway. We’ll start with a fun-filled evening of traditional Irish entertainment and cuisine. A locally-guided tour highlights the top sights including St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Phoenix Park, Grafton and O’Connell streets and the rows of stately Georgian town homes. We’ll see a treasure of Irish history in the Book of Kells—an illuminated manuscript created in the 8th century—at Trinity College and visit Dublin’s historic jail, Kilmainham Gaol. At Ireland’s oldest pub, The Brazen Head, dinner comes with an unforgettable storytelling session.

We’ll have a day to explore the city on our own before we head to the countryside and see the rugged Wicklow Mountains and the monastic site of Glendalough, the “Valley of the Two Lakes.” Our week ends with dinner at one of Dublin’s most iconic restaurants, O’Connell’s of Donnybrook.

SAVE $100 from above prices when you reserve by: February 5, 2016

$2,899

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,869 per person triple occupancy; $3,299 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $280. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Dublin • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Five nights’ first class accommodations: Gresham Hotel, Dublin • Eight meals: five breakfasts, three dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

FEATURES:

Irish evening with dinner and entertainment.

Dublin tour including St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Phoenix Park, Grafton Street. Trinity College and The Book of Kells, Kilmainham Gaol. Dinner and entertainment at The Brazen Head pub.

Excursion to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough, Avoca Handweaving Mill. Dinner at O’Connell’s of Donnybrook. OPTIONALS: Malahide Castle & village of Howth.

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NORTHERN NATIONAL PARKS Jackson, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, Park City Friday, August 12–Friday, August 19, 2016

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK

touch with your inner cowboy on this G ettripin into the heart of America’s natural

treasures—the national parks of Utah and Wyoming. We start our journey in Salt Lake City, cozily embraced by the Wasatch and Oquirrs mountains. In the rugged splendor of Wyoming we’ll find the cowboy town of Jackson Hole—the “Crown Jewel” of the Northern Rockies. Visit the first and oldest national park in the world at incomparable Yellowstone—(shout out if you spot the large, free-roaming herds of buffalo!)—and unforgettable Old Faithful. The Tetons are majestic and massive with twelve peaks above 12,000 feet and Grand Teton soaring 13,770 feet above the Jackson valley to create an incredible landscape. In Park City, Utah (site of the 2002 Winter Olympic Games) we’ll visit Main Street with more than 64 historic buildings, charming shops, galleries and boutiques.

SAVE $100 from above prices when you reserve by: February 5, 2016

$2,529

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,499 per person triple occupancy; $3,229 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $205. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Salt Lake City, via a connecting city • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Seven nights’ first class accommodations • Ten meals: seven breakfasts, three dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 Flight from Boston DAYS 1–2 Radisson Hotel Downtown, Salt Lake City DAYS 3–6 Jackson Hole Hotel, Jackson DAY 7 Park City Marriott, Park City DAY 8 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

FEATURES:

Salt Lake City tour, Jackson, Yellowstone National Park, Old Faithful, dinner at Bar J Chuckwagon, National Museum of Wildlife Art, Grand Teton National Park, Park City, Olympic Park. OPTIONALS: Salt Lake City—Temple Square Tour & Dinner. Jackson Hole—Snake River whitewater rafting & Lunch, Snake River scenic float & Lunch, Rodeo & Dinner.

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ALASKA DISCOVERY Including 7-Night Cruise

Tuesday, August 30–Sunday, September 11, 2016

$4,749

per person double occupancy for Inside Cabins Outside Cabin Upgrade: Add $900 pp/do Balcony Cabin Upgrade: Add $1,200 pp/do

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes, fees and port charges.

Alaska’s breathtaking Inside C ruising Passage is the zenith for many ardent

cruisers. Carved by massive glaciers millions of years ago, the scenery along this weaving coastal route is unmatched—1,000 islands, glaciers the size of Rhode Island, misty rain forests, rugged mountains, iceberg-dotted bays, plunging waterfalls and blindingly-blue fjords. Our land and sea holiday starts in astonishing Denali National Park and the Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge with views of the mountain from every vantage. We’ll board a luxury domed train and view the incredible landscapes of Denali from open-air platforms and glass-ceiling railcars and travel deep into the park on a Tundra Wilderness Tour. Our seven night Princess Cruise—“Best Cruise Line in Alaska—again!

2014 Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards —and 11 of the last 12 years!”—embarks from Whittier and over the next two days we’ll sail past mammoth Hubbard Glacier and through Glacier Bay—tidewater glaciers and scenic coastal islands. Relive Alaska’s Gold Rush days in Skagway, the “gateway to the Klondike” and enjoy a favorite port of call in Juneau with its many opportunities for a true Alaskan adventure: dog sledding or a glacier helicopter tour! Enjoy Ketchikan with its rustic boardwalks and outstanding collection of carved totem poles. A glorious day at sea awaits as we cruise the amazing Inside Passage with its seemingly endless shore line and thousands of idyllic coves and bays. Our cruise debarks in the vibrant city of Vancouver and we’ll have time for exploring before our tour ends in Seattle.

Call for availability of triple and single accommodations. Fuel surcharge, cruise port charges, air taxes and fees subject to change. Onboard gratuities are not included in the price of your vacation. (Call for details.)

Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $350.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Anchorage and Seattle to Boston, via a connecting city • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Five nights’ first-class hotel accommodations • Seven night Princess Cruise • Twenty-one meals: seven breakfasts, six lunches, eight dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3-4 DAY DAY DAY DAY DAY DAY DAY DAY

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Flight from Boston Hotel Captain Cook, Anchorage Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Hotel, Talkeetna Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge, Denali National Park Whittier, board cruise ship Cruising, Hubbard Glacier Cruising, Glacier Bay Skagway, 7am–8:30pm Juneau 6:30am–4pm Ketchikan 10am–6pm Cruising, Inside Passage Vancouver, disembark cruise Radisson Airport Hotel, Seattle Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

RESERVE BY: February 22, 2016

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THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS Visit Colorado and Utah

Saturday, September 10–Sunday, September 18, 2016

$2,959

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

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xperience a spectacular panorama of snow-capped mountains, Alpine lakes, rolling meadows of wildflowers, prairies and high plains as we travel to the awe-inspiring Rocky Mountains for visits to four National Parks, two National Forests and a National Monument—not to mention Colorado’s wine country and paradise on earth at Colorado Springs’ Garden of the Gods.

Rocky Mountain National Park—called the “Roof of the Rockies”—dominates the landscape with its massive peaks and rugged canyons; more than 40 movies have been filmed among the more than 1,000 red sandstone arches of Arches National Park. At incomparable Canyonlands National Park we’ll see the Island in the Sky mesa perched atop massive cliffs and witness the cliff dwellings of ancient cultures at Mesa Verde National Park, the largest archaeological preserve in the country. Conde Nast Traveler named it the “Number One Historic Monument in the World” and National Geographic Magazine called it “one of the 50 places to visit in a lifetime.” Our adventure also includes a glimpse of the chic ski resorts of Vail and Breckenridge, a ride on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, tasting and dinner at a vineyard and finally a journey aboard a cog railway to the top of Pike’s Peak (approx. 14,110'). At the end of this journey you’ll see why Colorado was the state that inspired “America the Beautiful.”

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$2,929 per person triple occupancy; $3,709 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $205. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Denver, via a connecting city • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Eight nights’ first-class accommodations • Twelve meals: eight breakfasts, four dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

FEATURES:

Rocky Mountain National Park (weather permitting), Arches National Park, Dead Horse State Park, Canyonlands National Park, Island in the Sky mesa.

Colorado National Monument and Rim Rock.

Colorado wine country and tasting. Winemaker’s vineyard dinner. Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Mesa Verde National Park and Spruce Tree Cliff Dwellings. San Juan National Forest and Rio Grande National Forest. Pike’s Peak Cog Railway and Garden of the Gods. OPTIONALS: Grand Junction—Colorado River Rafting with lunch.

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Flight from Boston Sheraton Denver Downtown, Denver

DAYS 2–4 Doubletree Hotel Grand Junction, Grand Junction DAYS 5–6 Best Western Rio Grande, Durango DAYS 7–8 Doubletree Hotel Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs DAY 9

Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

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NETHERLANDS, BELGIUM & PARIS Monday, September 12–Thursday, September 22, 2016

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his colorful new holiday starts in Amsterdam, the 800-year-old, relaxed, capital of Holland. After a guided canal cruise showing the historic highlights, we’ll discover the peaceful oasis of Hortus Botanicus, one of the world’s oldest botanic gardens hidden behind 300-year-old gates.

Transfer to Belgium for a visit to marvelous Brussels and a panoramic tour including the world-famous Grand Place. Enjoy an exclusive “dinner stroll” and a day to explore on your own. Spend the day in the Imperial city of Bruges before passing through the lush Ardennes forest and scenic French countryside to Paris for a three-night stay. Highlights include a Seine cruse, panoramic tour, a visit to Giverny and Monet’s home, a day for independent exploring and a farewell dinner with wine and entertainment at a local bistro.

DINNER STROLL Stroll the historic city center with you local guide. Enjoy a beer or wine tasting at a local brewery; a full dinner in the local market; a dessert of Belgian waffles; and a chocolate tasting, followed by coffee in a café on the famous Grand Place.

SAVE $250 from above prices when you reserve by: March 7, 2016

$4,249

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $5,299 for single reservations. Single accommodations for this tour are limited and triple accommodations are unavailable. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $260. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Amsterdam and Paris to Boston, via a connecting city • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Nine nights’ first class accommodations • Fourteen meals: nine breakfasts, five dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–4 American Hotel-Hampshire Eden, Amsterdam DAYS 5–7 Sheraton Brussels, Brussels DAYS 8–10 Crowne Plaza ParisRepublique, Paris DAY 11 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

FEATURES:

Amsterdam, canal cruise, diamond workshop visit, Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam, Zaanse Schans, Volandam, diner’s choice dinner. Brussels city tour, Grand Place, dinner stroll culinary discovery, Bruges. Seine River cruise, Paris tour, Monet’s home in Giverny, local bistro dinner. OPTIONALS: Brussels—Well Kept Secrets in Wallonia with snacks and wine. Paris—Versailles Palace, Showtime in Paris at the Paradis Latin with dinner.

RESERVE online: showofthemonth.com/travel

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COASTAL TREASURES of the PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Seattle, San Juan Islands, Victoria, Port Angeles Sunday, September 18–Monday, September 26, 2016

$3,999

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,949 per person triple occupancy; $4,949 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $240. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES: SAN JUAN ISLANDS

natural beauty, charming towns S tunning and a colorful atmosphere—the Pacific

Northwest has it all! We’ll begin with a twonight stay in captivating Seattle, the Emerald City, and enjoy a tour that includes the restored waterfront, historic Pioneer Square and lively Pike Place, the famous fish and vegetable market. Our adventure continues with a two-day cruise around the breathtaking San Juan Islands—named one of the top 10 islands in the world by the 2014 Travel+Leisure Magazine. Get ready for spectacular scenery, an island picnic lunch, an overnight in the quaint village of Friday Harbor (voted into “Top Ten American Art Towns” by America the Beautiful), an opportunity to see orca whales in a famous gathering place, and a cracked Dungeness crab lunch served aboard. Victoria, B.C., surrounded by a panorama of ocean and mountain, is also home to Butchart Gardens.

We’ll enjoy time here and learn for ourselves why it’s hailed as one of the top ten magnificent gardens of the world by National Geographic. Spend two nights in charming Port Angeles for a taste of the authentic Northwest, hike the rainforest inside Olympic National Park and marvel at the view from Hurricane Ridge.

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• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Seattle, via a connecting city • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Eight nights’ first-class accommodations • Fourteen meals: seven breakfasts, three lunches, four dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

FEATURES:

Seattle tour including Pioneer Square and Pike Place Market. Day cruise to San Juan Islands.

Day cruise to Victoria, cracked crab lunch on board. Victoria tour including Butchart Gardens.

Ferry to Port Angeles. Olympic National Park, Hoh Rain Forest and Hurricane Ridge.

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Flight from Boston

DAYS 1–2 Paramount Hotel, Seattle, WA DAYS 3

Friday Harbor Suites, Friday Harbor, WA

DAYS 4–5 Royal Scott Hotel & Suites, Victoria, BC DAY 6–7

Red Lion, Port Angeles, WA

DAY 8

Seattle Airport Marriott, Seattle, WA

DAY 9

Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

RESERVE BY: March 14, 2016 RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

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DISCOVER POLAND

Thursday, September 22–Monday, October 3, 2016

$3,599

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

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xperience a thousand years of history, a poignant cultural heritage and a vibrant present on this ten-night journey of discovery.

Nearly destroyed during WWII, Warsaw is now rebuilt and revitalized; its “duplicated” Old Town is only 50 years old! A highlight of our locally guided tour is a visit to what remains of the Warsaw Ghetto. Krakow’s preserved medieval center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and our city tour features the Old Town and Wawel Castle, former residence of Polish kings. In Czestochowa, Poland’s spiritual heart, we’ll visit the Jasna Gora Monastery, home to the pilgrimage icon of the Black Madonna. Our visit to the former concentration camp at Auschwitz is a pilgrimage of another kind as we pause and remember.

Torun—one of the “Seven Wonders of Poland”—is a UNESCO World Heritage site preserved in its medieval splendor and we’ll enjoy an evening walking tour. At 700-year-old Marienburg Fortress, the largest castle in the world, we’ll learn about the Knights of the Teutonic Order during our guided tour.

$4,199 for single reservations. Single accommodations for this tour are limited and triple accommodations are unavailable. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $260. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Warsaw, via a connecting city • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Ten nights’ first-class accommodations • Fifteen meals: ten breakfasts, five dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Overnight flight from Boston

DAYS 2–3 Mercure Grand Warszawa Hotel, Warsaw DAYS 4–5 Holiday Inn City Center, Krakow DAYS 6–7 Mercure Wroclaw Centrum, Wroclaw DAY 8

Hotel Bulwar, Torun

DAYS 9–10 Radisson Hotel Gdansk, Gdansk DAY 11

Mercure Grand Warszawa Hotel, Warsaw

DAY 12

Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

SAVE $200 from above prices when you reserve by: March 16, 2016 FEATURES:

Warsaw tour including Warsaw Ghetto, Czestochowa visit including Jasna Gora monastery and Black Madonna, Krakow tour including Market Square and Wawel Castle, expertly guide visit through Auschwitz concentration camp, traditional “home-style” dinner with locally-brewed beer, Wroclaw tour including the Old Town, UNESCO World Heritage site of Torun including an evening walking tour and gingerbread baking, tour of Marienburg Fortress, tour of Gdansk including the Gdansk Shipyard.

OPTIONALS: Wroclaw—Church of Peace and Countryside Dinner. Krakow—Wieliczka Salt Mines.

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PORTUGAL & its ISLANDS

Estoril Coast, Azores and Madeira Island Friday, September 23–Wednesday, October 5, 2016

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n astonishing Portugal—with its abundance of sunshine—you’ll discover charming villages, a dramatic coastline, fairytale palaces, stunning monuments and flower-covered landscapes.

A four-night stay in Lisbon offers a chance to explore this colorful city of old-world neighborhoods adorned with gothic cathedrals, towers and tiny fado clubs. Visit the Moorish Alfama Quarter and UNESCO World Heritage sites of Jeronimo’s Monastery and the Tower of Belem before heading to the Portuguese Riviera and the royal city of Sintra and resort towns of Cascais and Estoril. Next, we fly to the Azores archipelago—a “jewel in the Atlantic”—and spend four nights in Ponta Delgada on St. Michael. You’ll visit the magnificent twin lakes (inside a volcanic crater) of Sete Cidades (Seven Cities), Lagoa do Fogo (Fire Lake), botanic gardens, hot springs and a tea plantation, historic Ribeira Grande, a liqueur distillery and the highest point on the island, scenic Nordeste. On Madeira, “the pearl of the Atlantic,” you’ll find a dramatic mountainous landscape with a springtime climate. In Funchal you’ll see charming plazas, colonial mansions, the local market and an embroidery factory. The next two days are a whirlwind of traditional villages, banana plantations and vineyards and amazing scenery, including the world’s second highest cliff, a taste of world-famous Madeira wine and a traditional feast accompanied by folk dancers and music.

SAVE $200 from above prices when you reserve by: March 17, 2016 TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–4 Altis Grand Hotel, Lisbon DAYS 5–8 Royal Garden Hotel, Sao Miguel, Azores DAYS 9–11 Pestana Casino Park Hotel, Funchal, Madeira Island DAY 12 Turim Avenida Liberdade Hotel, Lisbon DAY 13 Return flight to Boston

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AZOREAN VILLAGE, PORTUGAL

$4,449

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $4,419 per person triple occupancy; $5,199 for single reservations. Single reservations for this tour are limited.

Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change.

Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $260.

Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Lisbon, via a connecting city • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Internal flights: Lisbon to St. Michael, Azores; St. Michael to Madeira Island; Madeira Island to Lisbon • Eleven nights’ first-class accommodations • Seventeen meals: eleven breakfasts, one lunch, five dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

FEATURES:

Lisbon tour: Alfama Quarter, Jeronimo’s Monastery, the Monument to the Discoveries and the Tower of Belem. Visit Sintra, Cascais, Estoril. Azores: walking tour of Ponta Delgada, the Twin Lakes of Sete Cidades, pineapple and tea plantations, Lagoa do Fogo and Furnas Valley including a traditional lunch and the Botanical Garden of Terra Nostra Park, cooking demonstration, a ceramics studio and a distillery. Madera: Botanical gardens of Madeira, Funcal panoramic tour, the traditional village of Camara de Lobos, fishing village of Porto.

OPTIONALS: Cascais—Dinner at Queluz Palace.

Lisbon—Fado Dinner Show.

RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

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SWITZERLAND, AUSTRIA and BAVARIA

Wednesday, September 28–Friday, October 7, 2016

$3,799

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,769 per person triple occupancy; $4,099 for single reservations. Single accommodations for this tour are limited. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $260. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

BERN, SWITZERLAND

through an enchanted Alpine J ourney world alive with spectacular mountain

scenery and picturesque cities and ‘burgs.’

Begin in charming Bern, a UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for chocolate and cheese, and a lovely, well-preserved Old Town. Travel the shores of Lake Geneva to the medieval Chateau de Chillon. Enjoy breathtaking Alpine views on the GoldenPass Panoramic Train from Montreux to the world-famous ski resort of Gstaad. Tour Lucerne—the Swiss Paradise on the Lake—before traveling through tiny Liechtenstein to Innsbruck, the old-world Olympic city nestled in the heart of the Austrian Alps. In Salzburg, which looks much like it did when it served as the setting for The Sound of Music, we’ll dine at the historic St. Peter’s Restaurant, where legend has it both Charlemagne and Christopher Columbus once dined—though not together.

Our central European visit ends in Bavaria and a photo stop at Neuschwanstein, one of Germany’s most famous castles.

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Zurich and Munich to Boston • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Eight nights’ first-class hotel accommodations • Twelve meals: eight breakfasts, four dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

FEATURES:

Bern panoramic tour including the Rose Gardens, Lake Geneva, GoldenPass Panoramic Train from Montreux to Gstaad, Lucerne oldtown walking tour including the Lion Monument, Innsbruck panoramic tour including the Golden Roof, Salzburg walking tour featuring Mirabel Gardens, Neuschwanstein Castle photo stop, Wies Church and Oberammergau. OPTIONALS: Lucerne—Mount Pilatus. Innsbruck—Seefeld.

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Overnight flight from Boston

DAYS 2–5 Hotel Bristol, Bern DAYS 6–9 Hotel Innsbruck, Innsbruck DAY 10

Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

SAVE $100 from above prices when you reserve by: March 23, 2016

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CANYON COUNTRY

Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Zion National Park & Las Vegas

Thursday, September 29–Friday, October 7, 2016

$2,999

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,969 per person triple occupancy. $3,759 for sinlge reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $205. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.

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merica’s legendary canyon country— an untamed landscape of spectacular scenery. Our exploration begins in colorful Scottsdale with a a visit with a Native American tribe member and a tour including Camelback Mountain and Paradise Valley.

Visit beautiful and “art-ful” Sedona before heading to Oak Creek Canyon and Kaibab National Forest on our way to the South Rim and a day exploring the Grand Canyon and historic Cameron Trading Post. From our hotel overlooking the blue waters of Lake Powell we journey through sacred Navajo territory to Monument Valley before a day spent in the scenic wonder of Bryce Canyon National Park and the red and white sand¬stone cliffs of Zion National Park. Our jour¬ney ends in the painted desert and manmade wonder of Las Vegas!

SAVE $100 from above prices when you reserve by: March 22, 2016

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Phoenix and Las Vegas to Boston, via a connecting city • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Eight nights’ first class accommodations • Eleven meals: seven breakfasts, four dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

FEATURES:

Native American history visit, Scottsdale & Phoenix tour, Paradise Valley, Camelback Mountain, Sedona, Oak Creek Canyon, Kaibab National Forest, Grand Canyon, Cameron Trading Post, Lake Powell breakfast cruise, Monument Valley, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Las Vegas. OPTIONALS: Scottsdale—Saguaro Lake Cruise with lunch.

Sedona—Jeep Tour. Las Vegas—Freemont Street Experience with dinner.

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 DAYS 1–2 DAY 3 DAYS 4–5 DAY 6 DAYS 7–8 DAY 9

Flight from Boston Courtyard by Marriott, Scottsdale Yavapai East Lodge, Grand Canyon Lake Powell Resort, Page Majestic View Lodge, Springdale Paris Hotel, Las Vegas Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

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RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

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ALBUQUERQUE BALLOON FIESTA Saturday, October 1–Thursday, October 6, 2016

up! You won’t believe your eyes! At L ook Albuquerque’s International Balloon

Fiesta—the most photographed event on the planet—500 hot air balloons take flight into the blue New Mexico sky in a mass ascension creating a stunning panorama of color. This incredible experience, set in culturally diverse and beautiful New Mexico, is one of the most spectacular displays of sound and color you’ll ever witness. Discover the beauty and history of Santa Fe with a guided tour followed by free time to visit the Loretto Chapel, artisan shops and art galleries. Later, head to the Santa Fe School of Cooking for a demonstration and dinner. We’ll travel the stunning and historic Turquoise Trail on the way to Albuquerque and the International Balloon Fiesta, where we’ll see hundreds of balloons turn the sky into a picture postcard! (We’ll return the following morning for the sunrise flight!) In the afternoon, enjoy a tour of Old Town Albuquerque and a ride along famous Route 66. Visit the National Museum of Nuclear Science and History and the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center—the gateway of the 19 pueblos of New Mexico—whose galleries strive to preserve the traditional Pueblo culture. Experience the beauty and charm of the “land of enchantment.”

$2,599

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,569 per person triple occupancy; $3,199 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $205. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Albuquerque, via a connecting city • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Five nights’ first class accommodations • Eight meals: five breakfasts, three dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Flight from Boston

DAYS 1-2 Drury Hotel, Santa Fe, NM DAYS 3–5 Albuquerque Marriott, Albuquerque, NM DAY 6

Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

RESERVE BY: March 25, 2016 FEATURES:

Santa Fe tour including the plaza and Loretto Chapel, Santa Fe School of Cooking demonstration and dinner. Travel the Turquoise Trail. Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta afternoon and dawn launches. Tour Old Town Albuquerque, travel Route 66. Visit National Museum of Nuclear Science and History. Visit the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. OPTIONAL: Taos Pueblo.

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BRITISH LANDSCAPES England, Scotland and Wales

Saturday, October 8–Monday, October 17, 2016

$3,899

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,869 per person triple occupancy. $4,599 for sinlge reservations. Single accommodations for this tour are limited. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $280. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

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istoric splendor, modern flair and endless charm await on this popular eightnight holiday. A morning panoramic tour of London’s must-see postcard stops—Big Ben, Tower of London, Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace—is topped off by a free afternoon and the option of dinner and a theater performance. In scholarly Cambridge we’ll see the 800-year-old university before heading to medieval York where we can stroll the famous “Shambles” for a “snapshot” of the Middle Ages. Travelling the rolling hills on our way to bonnie Scotland, we’ll visit the ancient fortification of Hadrian’s Wall (built by the Romans in 122 A.D.).

Edinburgh’s streets are crammed with both history and a vibrant cultural energy, from the UNESCO World Heritage site of the medieval old town to the abundance of shops, pubs and restaurants. As we make our way to Wales—rich in both history and legend—we cross England’s Lake District (“outlandishly beautiful,” says Lonely Planet) before tucking into our “royal” beds at Ruthin Castle Hotel.

Add in Stratford-upon-Avon (Shakespeare’s birthplace), the Cotswolds (the most beautiful countryside), and Stonehenge (mystical and fascinating) and we’ll have a “right proper” picture of the lovely landscapes of Britain.

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INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to London • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Eight nights’ first-class accommodations • Twelve meals: eight breakfasts, four dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

TRIP PLANNER:

DAY 1 Overnight flight from Boston DAYS 2–3 Falcon Hotel, StratfordUpon-Avon DAY 4 Ruthin Castle, Ruthin DAYS 5–6 Apex International Hotel, Edinburgh DAY 7 Hotel 53, York DAYS 8–9 Grange City Hotel, London DAY 10 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

FEATURES:

London guided tour including Tower of London, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, visit to Cambridge and York, Hadrian’s Wall. Scottish border Region, Edinburgh tour including castle and Crown Jewels.

English Lake District. Castle stay in Wales, Stratford-upon-Avon including Shakespeare walking tour, visit to the Cotswolds and Stonehenge.

OPTIONALS: London—Dinner and theater performance. Edinburgh—Scottish Night Out. York—The Flavors of Yorkshire.

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ENGLAND’S TREASURES Friday, October 14–Tuesday, October 25, 2016

$4,299

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

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hamlets, ancient ruins, medieval C harming streets and beautiful waterways dot the

lush, green landscape of England’s countryside.

We’ll begin in bustling London—one of our favorite cities—with a tour of our choice, either by coach or on foot. Our travels take us to Salisbury Plain and the mystical guardian monoliths of ancient Stonehenge and the charming village of Salisbury with its gorgeous cathedral. In the “sunny southwest” of England we’ll discover Cornwall (have you seen PBS’s Poldark?), seaside Penzance, spectacular St. Michael’s Mount, and Land’s End, the westernmost tip of England. Visit the ruins of Glastonbury Abbey and see the reputed resting place of King Arthur. Visit the elaborate 1st-century Roman spas in Bath and spend two nights in the spa town of Great Malvern. We’ll tour magnificent Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Winston Churchill and the iconic villages of the Cotswolds. Learn about Liverpool’s fascinating 800-year history before heading to the Lake District, thought by some to be England’s most picturesque area.

Travel through the beautiful Yorkshire moors to reach the historic walled city of York, England’s most complete medieval city and lastly, the breathtaking ruins of Coventry’s medieval cathedral. From the vibrant streets of London to the rolling landscapes of Cornwall, from mysterious Stonehenge to the spectacular Lake District, these are England’s treasures.

$4,249 per person triple occupancy; $5,099 for single reservations. Single and triple accommodations for this tour are limited. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $280. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to London • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Ten nights’ first class accommodations • Sixteen meals: ten breakfasts, six dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Overnight flight from Boston

DAYS 2–3 Park Plaza Riverbank, London DAYS 4–5 The Cornwall, Cornwall DAY 6–7

Abbey Hotel Malvern Hills, Great Malvern

DAY 8–9

Low Wood Hotel, Lake Windemere

DAY 10

Hotel 53, York

DAY 11

Macdonald Frimley Hall, Windsor

DAY 12

Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

SAVE $100 from above prices when you reserve by: April 11, 2016

FEATURES:

London: English pub dinner; your choice of guided panoramic coach tour or guided walking tour. Visit Stonehenge and Salisbury Cathedral. Cornwall: join a foraging expedition, visit Penzance and St. Michael’s Mount, visit Land’s End and St. Ives. Visit ruins of Glastonbury Abbey and Bath. Visit Blenheim Palace and the Cotswolds. Liverpool: tour including Albert Dock complex and your choice of museum. Lake District: visit Grasmere and Bowness. Yorkshire Dales National Park and York. Visit Coventry and Frimley Hall. OPTIONALS: London—Windsor Castle. York—The Flavors of Yorkshire.

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ICELAND’S MAGICAL NORTHERN LIGHTS Saturday, November 5–Friday, November 11, 2016

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n this new vacation, we’ll explore the “land of fire and ice” from its dramatic volcanic landscape, steaming lava fields, geysers, hot springs, thundering waterfalls, glacier-sculpted mountains, black-sand beaches, and, best of all, have the rare opportunity to see the elusive Northern Lights. Our tour begins in Reykjavik, which is, like the rest of this island nation, a city of bold contrasts: both cosmopolitan and small-town; youngat-heart and full of history. We’ll enjoy an old town walking tour and an exhilarating evening cruise to seek out the aurora borealis.

We’ll travel the Golden Circle to experience Iceland’s most renowned natural wonders: Thingvellir National Park, the double cascade of spectacular Gullfoss Waterfall and the geothermal fields of Geysir and Strokkur.

Spend three nights in Vik—Iceland’s southern-most village—where we’ll search the night sky for the northern lights while surrounded by beaches, cliffs and mountains.

We’ll visit the Eyjafjallajökull Volcano Visitor Center and learn about 2010’s dramatic explosion, see impressive Skógafoss (one of the largest waterfalls in Iceland), a black sand beach, an iceberg-dotted glacial lagoon and Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. Our holiday winds down at the marvelous Blue Lagoon where we’ll pamper ourselves in the warm, mineral-rich, geothermal waters.

$2,999

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,969 per person triple occupancy; $3,249 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $280. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Reykjavik • Private sedan transfers (see p.76 for details) • Five nights’ first-class accommodations • Ten meals: five breakfasts, five dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1 DAYS 2 DAY 3–5 DAYS 6 DAY 7

Overnight flight from Boston Centerhotel Plaza, Reykjavik Hotel Katla Hofdabrekka, Vik Centerhotel Plaza, Reykjavik Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

RESERVE BY: April 29, 2016

FEATURES:

Reykjavik walking tour including City Hall, the harbor and Hallgrimskirkja church. Evening northern lights cruise to Faxaflói Bay. Travel the Golden Circle including Thingvellir National Park, geothermal field of Geysir and Strokkur, Gullfoss waterfall, Seljalandsfoss waterfall. Eyjafjallajökull Volcano Visitor Center, Skogar Folk Museum, Skógafoss waterfall and Reynisfjara volcanic black sand beach. Visit Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon.

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CHRISTMASTIME CRUISE on the DANUBE Saturday, November 26–Sunday, December 4, 2016

$3,469

per person double occupancy for Lower Outside Cabin Middle Outside Cabin Upgrade: Add $200 pp/do Upper Outside Cabin Upgrade: Add $300 pp/do Suite Upgrade: Add $450 pp/do

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees.

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xplore historic sites and enjoy the magical atmosphere of some of Europe’s traditional Christmas Markets on this holiday Danube cruise. We’ll visit Würzburg, one of Germany’s loveliest towns, Rothenburg, filled with hidden treasures and a charming Christmas Market and picturesque Nuremberg with Germany’s most famous Christmas Market. Cruise to the medieval city of Regensburg and a holiday welcome of lovely lights and decorations. In 2,000-yearold Passau we’ll thread through quaint cobbled streets and admire ornate Baroque architecture as our walking tour brings us to the Christmas Market—don’t miss the gingerbread! Enjoy an excursion to Durnstein and the Benedictine Melk Abbey and cruise through the remarkable Wachau Valley whose picturesque landscape is awash with fairy-tale castles and small towns. Our last port-of-call is elegant Vienna—home to the Hapsburgs, the music of Mozart and Strauss and mouth-watering pastries. As we dock here for two nights we’ll experience Vienna’s Imperial architecture at Hofburg Palace, the Vienna Opera House and magnificent St. Stephen’s Cathedral, have free time to join an optional excursion and explore a variety of Christmas Markets and enjoy a fabulous Captain’s Gala Dinner with musical Christmas concert. The sights, sounds and tastes of Europe during the holidays make this an unforgettable experience.

Single and triple accommodations are unavailable on this tour. Fuel surcharge, taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $345. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required.

Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Frankfurt and Vienna to Boston, via a connecting city • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Six-night Danube River Cruise: Lueftner Cruises • One night’s first-class accommodations: Maritim Hotel Würzburg, Würzburg • Nineteen meals: seven breakfasts, five lunches, seven dinners (wine included aboard ship) • Round-trip airport/hotel/port transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

FEATURES:

Würzburg walk tour. Rothenburg and Christmas Market. Nuremberg tour and Christmas Market. Regensburg walking tour, Old Town and Christmas Market. Passau walking tour and Christmas Market. Excursion to Durnstein and Melk Abbey. Wachau Valley.

Vienna tour. OPTIONALS: Vienna—Vienna by Night featuring the Christmas Markets; Schönbrunn Palace and Christmas Markets.

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EUROPE’S MAGICAL CHRISTMAS MARKETS

Saturday, November 26–Friday, December 2, 2016

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xperience a “holiday card come to life” and celebrate in Old World style as we visit the Christmas markets of Austria and Germany.

In the heart of the mountains we’ll find the Tyrolean town of Innsbruck, our own Winter Wonderland for a five-night stay. The Christmas markets in Innsbruck are considered some of the most beautiful and romantic in the Alps with beautifully preserved medieval facades, twinkling lights and local treats.

We’ll travel by train to the breathtaking Alpine village of Seefeld—fresh air, a glass of schnapps, a traditional carriage ride and quaint village stores await! In Munich we’ll be entertained with a panoramic tour including the Marienplatz, the Glockenspiel and Olympic Park before we have leisure time to explore the historic Christmas market.

“Salzburg is storybook Austria,” says Lonely Planet guides—from its beautiful gardens to wondrous architecture, from “The Sound of Music” to Mozart and the Christmas markets feature local crafts and traditional food and drink. Enjoy an amazing photo stop of famous Neuschwanstein Castle before we visit the picture perfect Bavarian village of Oberammergau with its old-world cottages and shops filled with intricate woodcrafts.

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$2,949

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $3,199 for single reservations. Single accommodations for this tour are limited and triple accommodations are unavailable. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $280. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Munich, via a connecting city • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Five nights’ first class accommodations: Hotel Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria • Eight meals: five breakfasts, three dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

FEATURES:

Innsbruck tour, excursion to Seefeld with traditional carriage ride. Munich panoramic tour and Christmas market. Salzburg walking tour and Christmas markets; St. Peter’s Restaurant dinner. Neuschwanstein Castle photo stop.

Excursion to Oberammergau.

RESERVE BY: May 23, 2016 RESERVE by phone: 617-338-1111

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TROPICAL COSTA RICA

Saturday, December 3–Sunday, December 11, 2016

$2,549

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,519 per person triple occupancy; $2,999 for single reservations. Single accommodations for this tour are limited. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $280. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

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he jewel of Central America, Costa Rica is an eco-tourism haven with an enlightened approach to conservation that ensures its lush jungles are home to playful monkeys, languid sloths, crocodiles, lizards and a mindboggling assortment of exotic birds.

Considered one of the most bio-diverse regions on earth, Costa Rica is home to natural parks, reserves and protected areas that captivate nature lovers. Our tour begins with an overnight in colorful San Jose before we head to breathtakingly beautiful Guanacaste boasting mesmerizing ocean views, lovely sandy beaches and lush tropical greenery. Our next stop is the Monteverde Cloud Forest— considered to be one of the most outstanding wildlife sanctuaries in the New World tropics —and a visit highlighted by a nature walk.

Explore a butterfly garden and a hummingbird gallery before a leisurely-paced “Hanging Bridges” walking tour. Enjoy a two-night lodge stay overlooking Arenal Volcano, a lake cruise and a cooking demonstration. The remote 20,000-acre Cano Negro nature preserve is home to the most viewable indigenous wildlife and a river trip in a covered canoe is sure to reveal that perfect photo. Before heading back to San Jose and our last night in Costa Rica, we’ll enjoy the spas and hot springs Arenal is known for with a choice of optional tours.

RESERVE BY: May 27, 2016

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to San Jose, via a connecting city • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Eight nights’ first-class accommodations • Thirteen meals: eight breakfasts, five dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Flight from Boston Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel, San Jose DAYS 2–3 Esplendor Tamarindo, Guanacaste DAYS 4–5 El Establo, Monteverde DAYS 6–7 Arenal Springs Resort, Arenal DAY 8 Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel, San Jose DAY 9 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

FEATURES:

Tour Doka Coffee Estate. Monteverde Cloud Forest nature walk. Selvatura Park cloud forest reserve, butterfly gardens and hummingbird gallery, Hanging Bridges walking tour. Arenal area and Lake Arenal cruise, cooking demonstration.

Cano Negro nature preserve river canoe trip; excursion to Zarcero and its topiary garden.

OPTIONALS: Monteverde Cloud Forest—Zip Line Canopy Adventure. Arenal—Natrip Spa Arenal Springs Hotel. Guanacaste—Sunset catamaran cruise JUNGLE ADVENTURE 3n posttour extension $449 pp/do land only.

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CHARM OF THE SOUTH At the Holidays

Sunday, December 4–Friday, December 9, 2016

$2,729

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $2,699 per person triple occupancy; $3,329 for single reservations. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $240. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver. Purchase must be made at time of booking. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES: CRANE COTTAGE, JEKYLL ISLAND CLUB HOTEL

hospitality—a traditional warm, S outhern sweet welcome—is never more appealing

than during the holidays and we’ll experience the South’s legendary charm on this historyrich stroll through South Carolina and Georgia! In Charleston—“America’s BestMannered City”—you’ll experience a city brimming with celebrated Colonial, Antebellum and Victorian homes, visit Boone Hall plantation decked in its holiday best and enjoy an enchanting drive through James Island County Park sparkling with more than 500,000 Christmas lights. Travel through Carolina’s scenic Low Country. The largest National Historic Landmark District in the U.S., Savannah’s unique allure is at its most brilliant during the holidays with shops, historic homes and restaurants beckoning with lights and decorations. Travel along the pristine Georgia coast, home of the Golden Isles, and see vast marshlands, winding rivers and beautiful beaches before arriving at the exclusive Jekyll Island Club Hotel—handsomely decorated for the season—and a wonderful two-night stay. We’ve included a historic district tour and leisure time before an afternoon of Christmas caroling and refreshments.

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Charleston and Jacksonville, FL to Boston, via a connecting city • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Five nights’ first-class accommodations • Eight meals: five breakfasts, three dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

FEATURES:

Charleston: free time, tour including historic homes, Fort Sumter battery, Boone Hall plantation, James Island County Park holiday tour.

Savannah tour including the Historic District, River Street and Andrew Low Home and Gardens. Cooking demonstration. The Golden Isles; exclusive Jekyll Island Club Hotel, tour Jekyll Island Historic Landmark district.

TRIP PLANNER:

DAYS 1 Flight from Boston DAYS 1–2 The Mills House Hotel, Charleston, SC DAY 3 Holiday Inn Express Savannah Historic District, Savannah, GA DAYS 4–5 Jekyll Island Club, Jekyll Island, GA DAY 6 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

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DISCOVER CUBA

Tuesday, December 6–Wednesday, December 14, 2016

us as we cross a cultural divide, J oin exploring the art, history and culture of

the Cuban people. Develop an understanding of who they are when meeting with local shop keepers, musicians, choral singers, dancers, factory workers and more. Spend time at a retirement community, the “grandparents party,” and listen to them sing, dance and play music. Ride a steam train through the sugar cane fields to the charming city of Remedios. Take in the colonial feel of Cienfuegos, “La Perla del Sur” or Pearl of the South. Visit historic cathedrals and colonial homes on city tours with your local guide.

Spend four nights in one of the world’s most culturally rich cities, Havana. Stay at the iconic Hotel Nacional and explore much of the city’s architecture in Old Havana. Learn the rhythm of Cuba through Salsa dancing.

Meet a Cuban family in their very own paladar, a privately-owned restaurant. Throughout your journey, experience the power of travel to unite two peoples in a true cultural exchange.

RESERVE BY: May 31, 2016 TRIP PLANNER: DAY 1

Flight from Boston Crowne Plaza Tampa Westshore, Tampa DAYS 2–4 Iberostar Ensenachos, Caibarien, Villa Clara DAYS 5–8 Hotel Nacional de Cuba, Havana DAY 9 Return flight to Boston or similar hotel accommodations

$4,899

per person double occupancy

INCLUDES round-trip airfare, fuel surcharge and all air taxes and fees. $5,449 for single reservations. Triple accommodations for this tour are unavailable. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Cancellation waiver and travel insurance is $280. Although not required, we recommend purchasing the waiver.

Purchase must be made at time of booking.

Passport required. Per person deposit is $300.

INCLUDES:

• Round-trip regularly scheduled flights from Boston to Tampa and Havana to Boston, via a connecting city • Internal flights • Private sedan transfers (see p. 76 for details) • Eight nights’ first-class accommodations • Seventeen meals: eight breakfasts, three lunches, six dinners • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Services of professional Tour Director

FEATURES:

Cayo Santa Maria resort, Che Guevara Museum, dinner with live traditional music. Excursion to Santa Clara including local art school, a vibrant retirement community, local handicraft market.

Visit the sugar museum, walking tour of Remedios, cigar factory, visit Caibarien road of artists. Visit Cienfuegos Province Botanical Gardens, the historic Plaza Mayor, choral performance at Tomas Terry Theatre. Havana: Literacy Museum, healthcare facility, traditional Old Havana lunch, performing arts school, learn about the Santeria religion, local antique cars, learn about Salsa dancing. Visit the Cuban Fine Arts Museum and Casa Fuster. Enjoy a drive in an antique America car.

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