Newfoundland Edition - September 26, 2015

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2015 | YOUR VACATION DESTINATION GUIDE

Best Breaks EVER! Inside: Spring Break Getaways, Our Recommended Resorts, Group Travel Specialists, Cote d’Azur

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BEST BREAK EVER! Fall now for that perfect spring getaway

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hen it comes to having the best March Break family vacation, you can’t book it early enough, in my opinion,” says Lois Follett, manager, LeGrow’s Travel, Marystown, NL. “Finding the perfect family-friendly resort for your crew can be daunting. Waiting until winter to find it can make it impossible!”

It’s not just that preferred March Break flights can sell out quickly, but rooms at the all-inclusive resorts best suited for families with children can also be hard to come by for that week, according to Lois. “Our popular hand-picked Florida holiday homes that sleep up to 16 people are also difficult to get if you

wait until the winter to book,” she says.

“I often contact my clients with kids now, as the early-booking bonuses and resort selection are at their best,” says Lois.

LeGrow’s Travel’s own $100-Off promotion, combined with the early-booking savings of our tour operator partners, add up to great savings. And with the Price Drop Protection plans in place, you can be certain of getting the perfect vacation at a great price.

Pick up a copy of LeGrow’s Travel’s own Recommended Resorts for Families brochure

to see our counsellors’ top choices in Florida, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Cuba, Mexico, cruising, and more!

Up to $2000 Resort Credit at select Barceló Hotels & Resorts in Punta Cana and the Riviera Maya.* There’s more included for less at Barceló Hotels & Resorts where we put the ALL in all-inclusive with up to $2000 Resort Credit per room when you book a 5 to 11 night stay at select resorts in Punta Cana or the Riviera Maya. Discover the new Barceló Maya Caribe which features additions including a 24-hour Sports bar and Bowling Alley, new restaurants and shops, Teen disco and the new Pirates Island water park.

The value of resort credits are flexible based on the desired length of stay: • 5 to 11 night packages - $2000 Resort Credit^ • 1 to 4 night package - $1200 Resort Credit^ Want to stay even longer? Reservations with 12 or more nights will be eligible to receive a $3000 Resort Credit.^ Book by: December 24, 2015 (11:59 p.m. MT) Travel: Now - December 31, 2015 Book a WestJet Vacations package through your LeGrow’s Travel agent today.

*Book by December 24, 2015 (11:59 p.m. MT) for travel until December 31, 2015. Offer is available at Barceló Bávaro Palace Deluxe, Barceló Maya Palace Deluxe or the Barceló Maya Caribe. Resort Credit will be distributed per room upon arrival at the time of check-in. Resort Credit must be presented at the time of booking or requesting the service specified. No extra discount will be given at the time of check-out. The coupons cannot be exchanged for cash, neither in full or partially and any amount of the said coupon unused will not be refunded. In the event of loss or theft, the coupons will not be replaced. Additional restrictions may apply. Inclusions are subject to change without prior notice. Minimum 5-night to maximum 11-night stay required for $2000 Resort Credit. Offer based on double occupancy. Transfers to/from the hotel are included. ^Resort Credit applicable towards upgrades and room service, private dinners on the beach, spa services, resort activities, champagne, wines and cava, romantic breakfast, laundry service and much more. Guests are asked consult hotel for detailed breakdown of Resort Credit. Advance booking required. Non-refundable and non-transferable.

Offer limited and subject to availability. Offer subject to change and expire without notice. New bookings only. Not valid on group bookings. Other restrictions may apply. A fuel surcharge applies to Air Miles™ redemption bookings. Quebec licensee. Ontario travel agents are covered by TICO. Mailing address: 6085 Midfield Road, Toronto ON L5P 1A2. TICO registration number: 50018683.

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HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF OUR PICKS: PUNTA CANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Barceló Bavaró Palace Deluxe 5★ A top pick for multigenerational getaways, this resort features a laid-back adults section, as well as a lively family area complete with its own water park. Room configurations include family rooms, and deluxe family and junior suites.

$ Fr

1699

pp + $441.82 taxes

Direct from St. John’s • Mar. 7-14/16 • Transat Holidays

A Savings of $100 per couple!

ASK US ABOUT YOUR SPRING BREAK GETAWAY! Lois Follett, Manager Peninsula Mall Marystown 709-279-3500 lfollett@legrowstravel.ca

FAMILY FUN ON THE HIGH SEAS! Norwegian Cruise Line With multi-room suites and interconnecting staterooms, Norwegian Cruise Line is well regarded for its family friendly accommodations. Flexible dining and group babysitting in port ensure adults and kids get to have equal time doing what they want.

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise Norwegian Star

05 594 $ 43

Fr

$

296

CDN per adult + $145.83 taxes

CDN per child Fr + $145.83 taxes Cat. IF Interior • Jan. 10/16 • 7 nights • Cruise Only • Norwegian Cruise Line • Roundtrip Tampa including Cozumel, Costa Maya, Belize City & Roatan

FLORIDA HOLIDAY HOMES Orlando: 4-Bedroom Holiday Home 4★ More freedom, more space and more choice of locations than ever, our hand-picked Orlando holiday homes offer great value for money and feature a fabulous range of amenities for up to 16 guests.

Fr

157150

$

per home, per week

Valid from Jan. 5/16 thru Mar. 4/16 • Land Only • Holiday Escapes

Includes mandatory Damage Waiver Fee & Pool Heat!

Lisa Yetman, Manager TC Square Carbonear 709-596-5058 lyetman@legrowstravel.ca

Natasha Ivany

Exploits Valley Mall Grand Falls-Windsor 709-489-2710 nivany@legrowstravel.ca

SandalS Ochi Beach ReSORt Introducing the new Sandals Ochi Beach Resort. This brand-new, Five-Star Luxury Included® resort in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, is trendy when you want it to be, private when you don’t. It has a hot new beach club, 11 bars – including the Caribbean’s first Speakeasy – and 16 totally on-trend restaurants and for those couples who prefer a more serene escape, the other side of Sandals Ochi offers unsurpassed luxury. True romance spans over a hundred acres of lush tropical garden at the elite All-Butler Village. Sandals Ochi Beach Resort... the most happening place is happening now!

225900

$

from

pp

+ $466.14 taxes From St. John’s via Toronto • Mar. 15-22/16 • Sunquest Vacations

Contact your LeGrow’s Travel Counsellor for details.

Price is per person based on double occupancy, and is subject to availability at time of booking. Taxes are extra. Stopover hotels not included.

Minimum purchase required and amount may vary by tour operator. For bookings made Sept. 1 to Nov. 30, 2015, excluding Sunwing & Signature Vacations (Oct. 1-31). Not applicable to last-minute departures, air-only or group bookings. Merchandise available while supplies last and may not be exactly as shown. Offer can end at any time. Other restrictions may apply.

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RELAX …

IT’S RECOMMENDED

Here are some of our top picks for Winter 2016

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rom Santa Maria, Cuba to Mexico’s Pacific Coast and beyond, our counsellors have been on the move, personally checking out this year’s top-trending resorts for our very own LeGrow’s Travel Recommended Resorts program.

Our Recommended brochures give the inside scoop on our favourite resorts in Cuba, Mexico,

the Dominican Republic, Jamaica and beyond. We’ve also researched our top recommendations for cruising, family vacations, and weddings and honeymoons.

Only those properties whose quality and value have earned our “Counsellor’s Choice” seal of approval make the grade. Relax, it’s recommended!

Ask for your copy, today.

ASK US ABOUT RECOMMENDED RESORTS! Suzanne Jacobs, Manager Lewisporte Shopping Ctr. Lewisporte 709-535-6650 sjacobs@legrowstravel.ca

Bonnie Veitch

Rosarii Farrell, Manager @ Sobeys, Howley Estates St. John’s 709-758-6743 rfarrell@legrowstravel.ca

69 Manitoba Drive Random Square Clarenville 709-466-2672 bveitch@legrowstravel.ca

Winter vacations

for less!

ALL INCLUSIVE

945

$

GANDER DEPARTURES

VARADERO, CUBA Starfish Cuatro Palmas HHHPLUS

Cuatro Palmas Hotel Room • Mar 08 & 15 - 7 Nights DEER LAKE DEPARTURES

PUNTA CANA, D.R. Memories Splash Punta Cana HHHHPLUS Deluxe Room • Mar 10 - 6 Nights ST. JOHN’S DEPARTURES

MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA Sea Garden Beach Resort HHHPLUS Hotel Room • Mar 07 - 6 Nights

+ $390 taxes

1195

$

+ $456 taxes

1295

$

+ $475 taxes

ALL FLIGHTS OFFER AWARD-WINNING SUNWING AIRLINES' CHAMPAGNE SERVICE

For all guests at no extra cost: 20Kg FREE checked baggage • Bon Voyage glass of sparkling wine • Choice of Hot & Fresh Bistro Meals™ with wine • Soft drinks • Hot towel service • Leather seating • First run movies • Kids backpacks with games & toys

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TO BOOK, CONTACT YOUR LE GROW’S TRAVEL COUNSELLOR TODAY!

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All prices are per person based on double occupancy for 6 or 7 nights on all inclusive vacations (unless otherwise specified). Seats at the above prices are limited and capacity controlled.

All transportation taxes and related fees must be pre-paid. Applicable local taxes payable in destination are extra (DR $30US). Flights are with Sunwing Airlines or Travel Service. In-flight service varies by flight time and destinaton. For full terms and conditions, refer to the Sunwing Vacations 2015/16 brochure. 27 Fasken Drive Toronto, On Ont. Reg 2476582 | 09262015

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SANTA MARIA, CUBA Melia Las Dunas 4½★ The newest resort in the Sol Melia crown, Melia Las Dunas is a great choice for both couples and families – there are distinct sections for each. Clients rave about the level of service.

Fr

$

1380

pp + $358.90 taxes

From St. John’s via Halifax • Apr. 14-21/16 • Air Canada Vacations

A Savings of $100 per couple!

PUERTO PLATA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Iberostar Laguna Azul 4½ ★ Offering comprehensive family friendly activities, this resort is a client-favourite thanks to its friendly staff, excellent service, and prime location on a lovely stretch of beach with calm waters perfect for swimming.

Fr

$

1435

pp + $400.00 taxes

From Deer Lake via Gander • Mar 8-15/16 • Signature Vacations Book & Pay by Sept. 30th

CUBA

ORLANDO, FLORIDA

MEXICO

Fantasy World Resort 3★

Occidental Grand Xcaret 4★

Located just minutes from Orlando’s worldfamous attractions, Fantasy World Resort offers affordable Mediterranean-style twobedroom townhome accommodations that are an attractive alternative for vacationing families.

Onsite amenities include a lap pool, two hot tubs, a lazy river, games room and much more.

With a truly unique location adjacent to the ecoarcheological park of Xcaret, the Occidental Grand Xcaret combines breathtaking surroundings with many amenities and comforts.

Fr

94697

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Fr

per two bedroom townhome

$

1499

pp + $392.75 taxes

From St. John’s • Mar. 29-Apr. 5/16 • Transat Holidays

A Savings of $100 per couple!

Apr. 3-10/16 • Land Only • Holiday Escapes

Cayo Coco: Meliá Jardines del Rey 4★

A TRUE PLEASURE

The pleasure of giving you a unique experience, of feeling that you are in a different place and making sure that, for you, everything will be a pleasure.

$ Fr

1265

person 00 per + $400.00 taxes

Direct from St. John’s • Apr. 30-May 7/16 • Signature Vacations

Paradisus Varadero I Paradisus Princesa del Mar I Paradisus Río de Oro I Meliá Cohiba I Meliá Habana I Meliá Santiago de Cuba I Meliá Las Américas I Meliá Varadero I Meliá Las Antillas I Meliá Península Varadero I Meliá Marina Varadero I Meliá Buenavista I Meliá Cayo Santa María I Meliá Las Dunas I Meliá Cayo Coco I Meliá Jardines del Rey I Meliá Cayo Guillermo I Tryp Habana Libre I Tryp Cayo Coco I Sol Cayo Largo l Sol Pelícano I Sol Sirenas Coral l Sol Palmeras l Sol Cayo Santa María I Sol Cayo Coco I Sol Cayo Guillermo I Sol Río de Luna y Mares PARADISUS I MELIÁ I TRYP I SOL HOTELS MELIACUBA.COM

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, and is subject to availability at time of booking, Taxes are extra.

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GREAT GROUP GETAWAYS!

Multi-Family Vacations … Girlfriend Getaways … Guys-Only ‘Mancations’ …

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hether you’re a four-pack of friends or a crowd of 150, our group travel specialists are standing by to help you plan for that special escape.

“Destination weddings, graduation groups, art history tours, milestone events – we do it all! We booked close to 1,400 groups and more than 20,000 of our customers across Canada travelled in groups in 2014.”

coordinating complex schedules for groups with multiple departure points and highly customized itineraries, all while juggling such details as booking additional and adjoining rooms.

Planning your great group getaway with us means you get access to tons of group offers and discounts – as well as a hassle-free tripplanning experience.

Want to join an existing group? www.legrowstravel.ca/escorted-groups ASK ME ABOUT GROUPS

The Best of Costa Rica

$

3599

pp

- Gledean Doman, LeGrow’s Travel counsellor, Corner Brook, NL.

Fr

As Canada’s top specialists in group travel, our counsellors rise to the battle cry of

12 days • Feb. 4-15/16 • Land Only • Holiday Escapes Includes San Jose, Central Valley, Monteverde, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano mountain range & Nicoya Peninsula

Gledean Doman

@ Dominion, Murphy Square Corner Brook 709-634-7999 gdoman@legrowstravel.ca

St. John’s departures • 7 Nights All Inclusive

Punta Cana

Punta Cana

Grand Bahia Principe Punta Cana Royal Golden 5H

Now Larimar Punta Cana Aura Club 4 1/2H

Mar 7, 14 + $442 txs/fees

Mar 7, 14 + $442 txs/fees

Riviera Maya

Riviera Maya

Occidental Grand Xcaret Preference Club 4H

Grand Sirenis Mayan Beach Le Mirage 4 1/2H

Mar 15, 29 + $393 txs/fees

Mar 15 + $393 txs/fees

1379

$

1469

$ Julian, Dominican Republic transatholidays.com

Contact your LeGrow’s Travel Counsellor for more information

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† LeGrow’s Travel Fall Early Booking Bonus: Book between Sep 1 to Nov 30, 2015, for travel from Nov 1, 2015 to May 31, 2016 and save $100 per couple ($50 per person) on all 7-night or longer sun, Florida and cruise packages over $1000 per person before taxes. Not applicable on air only, groups, child rates and last minute bookings (21 days prior to departure). Savings reflected in price. Flights are from St. John’s via Air Transat. Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy in lead room category, unless otherwise stated. Space and prices are subject to availability at time of booking and subject to change without prior notice. Prices were valid at time of print. Taxes and fees are extra and noted above. Travel Agency fees may apply. For full terms and conditions, refer to the Transat Holidays 2015-2016 Sun brochure or transatholidays.com. Transat Holidays is a division of Transat Tours Canada Inc., and is registered as a travel wholesaler in Ontario (Reg #50009486) with offices at 191 The West Mall, Suite 800, Etobicoke, ON M9C 5K8.

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THE COAST WITH THE MOST Find your sunshine in France’s Cote d’Azure

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ith its year-round sunshine, historic hamlets and provocative culture, the French Riviera (or Cote d’Azure) is France’s second-most visited destination after Paris – and it’s easy to see why. The historical home of artists Matisse and Van Gogh, the Cote d’Azure also lays claim to such legendary meccas as Nice

and Cannes, as well as Saint-Tropez, seaside playground of celebrities and royals.

If you Go: Experience the dramatic beauty of the Cote d’Azure using Nice as your home base on a six-day getaway with Goway Travel. Sophisticated resorts, culturally rich towns and villages and splendid coastal scenery are all on the viewing menu.

Nice and the Cote d’Azur Tour

Fr

$

162716

pp

6 days • Apr. 23-28/16 • Land Only • Goway Travel Includes Nice, Cannes, Saint-Tropez & Monaco

ASK ME ABOUT FRANCE Carolyn Drover, Manager Main Highway Bay Roberts 709-786-7902 cdrover@legrowstravel.ca

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FROM NORTH TO SOUTH AND HEEL TO TOE, you’ve longed to see the ancient cities, seaside villages and rolling vineyards. You’ve also dreamed of indulging in the rich flavour, textures and tasting your way through Italy. Now it’s time to visit Italy and experience living la dolce vita.

GEMS OF UMBRIA & TUSCANY 9 days roundtrip from Rome | $2,829 | Based on Jul 23 & 30; Aug 6 & 13, 2016 Rome • Narni • Spoleto • Spello • Assisi—Perugia, Deruta • Cortona • Sienna— Pienza, Montalcino • San Gimignano • Volterra • Orvieto • Rome

ITALIAN MOSAIC 13 days roundtrip from Rome | $3,169 | Based on Oct 25; Nov 1, 15 & 29, 2016 Rome • Pisa • Florence • Lugano (Switzerland) • Lake Maggiore—Isola Dei Pescatori • Milan • Venice • Padua • Assisi • Sorrento—Capri • Pompeii • Rome Many more Italy vacations and departure dates available, please inquire.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR LEGROW ’ S TR AVEL COUNSELLOR! Featured prices are per person, in Canadian dollars, based on double occupancy, departure dates as indicated and do not reflect the 10% promo discount and the LeGrow’s Travel $50 per person discount. Flights and travel insurance are additional. †Savings of $1,025 per couple is based on The Best of Italy & Sicily vacation on August 28, September 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2016 departure dates with regular land only price of $4,629 per person and the LeGrow’s Travel $50 per person discount. *Book and deposit a 2016 Globus Italy vacation to save 10% per person on the land-only portion of the core tour not including extra night accommodations, extensions, taxes, fees, tips or supplements. Booking must be made and under deposit between September 16 and December 1, 2015 for travel in 2016. Offer not valid with any other offer, except the LeGrow’s Travel $50 per person Fall Sale and the Journeys Club Repeat Traveller benefit, if applicable. Applies to new 2016 bookings only. The LeGrow’s Travel Fall Sale discount of $50 per person is valid on all Globus family of brands vacation packages of 7 land days or longer, with a minimum value of $1,000 per person before taxes, booked and deposited between September 1 and November 30, 2015 for travel in 2015. (The LeGrow’s Travel offer is not applicable to group, child rates or bookings made less than 21 days prior to departure). Offers reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply; see Travel Terms & Conditions for details. May be withdrawn any time. TICO#1893755/50015835

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TERMS & CONDITIONS All fares were valid at time of printing and are subject to availability at the time of booking. • Fares are per terms and conditions outlined in brochures of relevant tour operators. • Stopover hotel rates, where necessary, are not included. • All fares are per person based on double occupancy, taxes are extra, unless otherwise stated. Conditions apply. Offers can end at any time. Dates and prices were valid at time of printing. Offers are capacity controlled, and may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice. Cruise prices are cruise only (port charges, taxes and airfare are extra) unless otherwise indicated.