Dear Friends,
Thank you for your interest in the New England Cruise, September 8 – 17, 2016. This fabulous vacation will
be hosted by Bob Griffin, Weekend Early Morning News Anchor.
You'll appreciate these included Holiday Vacations Extra Value Features:
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Roundtrip transportation from Shreveport to Dallas
Roundtrip airfare from Dallas to New York City
Excellent hotel accommodations featuring two nights at the Novotel New York Times Square
Seven night New England Cruise aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Gem
New York City highlights including a Broadway musical, Radio City Music Hall Stage Door Tour and
guided city tour
Intriguing ports of call including Halifax, Saint John, Portland and Newport
21 excellent meals including dinner in New York City
All port charges, government fees, airport and departure taxes (minimum value of
$449 per person)
A professional Holiday Vacations Tour Director who will accompany you throughout the tour
Guaranteed prices upon receipt of your deposit
$100 Travel Voucher for use on a future Holiday Vacations tour
There's no better way to experience the charming ports of the Canadian Maritime and New England than with
Holiday Vacations. Our 43 years of experience and dedication to personalized service will assure you that this
10-day tour will exceed your expectations. Holiday Vacations' inclusive attractions, sightseeing, many meals
and all accommodations as listed in our tour itineraries offer our guests extraordinary value.
Due to the tremendous interest, we anticipate this tour to sell out quickly - book today!
A risk-free deposit of $200 will reserve your space and is fully refundable prior to final payment date.
We look forward to having you travel with us!
Sincerely,
Courtney Nelson
Tour Consultant Manager
Holiday Vacations
1-800-826-2266
10 days | All a ir fa r e included!
New England
Cruise
September 8 - 17, 2016
with host Bob griffin,
Weekend Early Morning News Anchor
Local Departur e • Low Deposit • Guar anteed prices
Bob Gr iffin
Bob Griffin is an icon in TV broadcasting in
the Ark-La-Tex, having worked in the industry for over 50 years. He is a sports legend
and was named the 2005 Louisiana
Sportscaster Of The Year, he belongs to
the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and The
Ark-La-Tex Sports Museum of Champions.
Bob started his career with a children’s
show “Bob and His Buddies” and now airs
his travel and the Good Life Stories on
KTBS TV’s “Griffin’s Ark-La-Tex.” He also
anchors the early morning weekend news
for KTBS 3.
Bob has a Christian half-hour radio
show on KEEL in Shreveport and on
three stations in East Texas. The radio
show features travel destinations, and
the “Good Side” of life.
Bob works regularly with ShreveportBossier Community Renewal and was
presented with the prestigious “Bridge
Award” for his contributions to his
community. Bob is married to Denise,
the Children’s Director at Emmanuel
Baptist. They have twin daughters and
ten grandchildren.
Bob previously hosted the Glacier,
Yellowstone & Grand Tetons by Rail,
Canadian Rockies & British Columbia by
Rail, New England Fall Foliage, Ireland,
Alaska and Austria & Germany tours. He
invites you to join him on this spectacular
vacation of a lifetime!
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Experience the neon lights of Broadway, then set sail for the
charming ports of Canadian Maritime Provinces and New England!
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Today we see New York from the
water when we embark on a one-hour
Circle Line Cruise. We’ll pass the
Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and have
spectacular views of the newly risen
One World Trade Center. Next we’ll
go behind-the-scenes on a tour of
Radio City Music Hall and get an
insider’s view of the most iconic theater
in New York where the biggest names
in show business perform! The afternoon is free for activities of our choosing.
Radio City Music Hall
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The sparkling Norwegian Gem is
the perfect ship to enjoy a day at
sea. From a four-lane bowling alley
to the many venues of live shipboard
entertainment, relax and have fun!
Choose from six complimentary
dining options and enjoy stage
shows or the intimacy of the
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An expert local guide joins us this
morning to see more of the famous
landmarks of Manhattan. Our city tour
includes Central Park, Lincoln Center
for the Performing Arts, Rockefeller
Center, Times Square, Wall Street
and Greenwich Village. Later, we board
the Norwegian Gem for the first evening
of our seven night cruise. Enjoy fine
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Enjoy the facilities and amenities of the
Norwegian Gem. Relax on deck or in
comfortable lounges. Revel in the
benefits and enjoy the included ameBay of Fundy
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meals are included aboard ship. B,L,D
Day 5: v isit h a lifa x
This morning the ship docks in Halifax,
the capital of Nova Scotia and one of
the first English cities in Canada due
to its harbor that extends 16 miles
inland. Today we’ll enjoy an included
excursion to the picturesque fishing
village of Peggy’s Cove, followed by time
to explore Halifax on our own. B,L,D
Day 6: tour st. John
St. John is the largest city in the
Canadian province of New Brunswick
and is the oldest incorporated city in
the country. The city is situated along
the north shore of the Bay of Fundy,
famous for the tremendous discrepancy
between its high and low tides. St.
John’s city market is the oldest market
in North America, built in 1876. B,L,D
Peggy’s Cove
Day 9: new port
Newport, Rhode Island began as
an important colonial seaport and
the city’s harbor is now a haven for
sailboats and other pleasure craft.
During the late 1800’s and early
1900’s, America’s wealthiest families
built opulent mansions as summer
“cottages.” Later, we reboard the
Norwegian Gem for our final
evening aboard ship. B,L,D
Day 10: Fly Home
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Additional fees applied by Norwegian
Cruise Line are not included in your tour
price. These fees include but are not
limited to: daily service charge for cabin
& wait staff, specialty restaurant cover
charges and optional shore excursions.
Newport
All airfare, taxes & fuel surcharges
All government fees, taxes and
fuel surcharges (minimum value
of $449 per person)
Holiday Vacations Tour Director
Hotel and cruise ship transfers
All accommodations
$100 travel voucher for a future
Holiday Vacations tour
21 Excellent Meals Featuring
Dinner in New York City
• All meals aboard ship with
Freestyle Dining
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Exclusive Cruise Ship Benefits
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7 nights aboard the Norwegian Gem
Freestyle Cruising
Included Halifax Shore Excursion:
Peggy’s Cove & Hop On Hop Off tour
(minimum value of $79 per person)
Ports of Call
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Halifax, Saint John, Portland
and Newport
Attractions & Highlights
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We arrive in New York City early
this morning and disembark the ship.
After transferring to the airport, we
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YOUR HOLIDAY VACATIONS
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Day 8: at se a
September 8 - 17, 2016
Day 1: F ly to New York City
We board our pleasant flight to
New York City. Our accommodations
for two nights are at the Novotel
New York Times Square. It’s located
adjacent to Times Square and has
a variety of dining and shopping
experiences.
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Day 7: p ortl a nd
Portland is Maine’s largest city.
This eclectic coastal city is known
for unspoiled landscapes, succulent
lobster, and its stately lighthouse.
You may choose to explore the
Old Port which features a variety
of restaurants, shops and
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Cruise
Ask your Tour Director for suggestions
on where to go and what to see. This
evening we enjoy an included Holiday
Vacations Welcome Dinner followed
by a Broadway Musical. D
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2 nights at the Novotel
New York Times Square
Circle Line Cruise of New York Harbor
Radio City Stage Door tour
Broadway Musical
New York City guided tour
Scenic Atlantic Coast
Price Per Person
ALL AIRFARE INCLUDED!
Balcony Stateroom
Double...............$4599 per person
Single...................6499 per person
Oceanview Stateroom
Double............... $4199 per person
Single...................5699 per person
Inside Stateroom
Double.............. $3899per person
Single................... 5199per person
A valid U.S. passport is required for all
U.S. citizens. Passport cards and enhanced
driver’s licenses are NOT acceptable.
Deposit: $200 per person
Final Payment: June 6, 2016
Full refund 96 days prior to departure
Guaranteed Price: Your price is
guaranteed upon receipt ofcontinued
your deposit.
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Travel on the Stunning
norwegian GEM
The Norwegian Gem is one of the most luxurious ships in the NCL fleet. Revel in the benefits of
Freestyle Cruising, where you determine your own schedule and pace with a tremendous amount
of flexibility and choice. Enjoy fabulous variety revues and musical productions. Try your luck in the
casino or dance the night away at one of the lounges featuring a live band or disco music. Relax in
a casual atmosphere and dine at your convenience.
Freestyle Dining provides a variety of options, times, and locations, accompanied by efficient and
friendly service. You’re sure to find a meal to tickle your taste buds with over a dozen different dining
options from American to International cuisine onboard. NCL’s open seating dining gives you the
power to choose your own meal times. Attire is resort casual or, when you feel like it, dress up
for dinner or a special evening at sea.
Balcony Stateroom
Stardust Theater
Gem Club Casino
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June 6, 2016
Your tour is fully
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96 days prior to
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Departure Point:
Shreveport
Walmart Supercenter
1645 East Bert Kouns Industrial Loop
Transportation provided to/from
Dallas-Ft. Worth International Airport
GENERAL INFORMATION
Guaranteed Prices Holiday Vacations’
published tour prices are based on the rates
known at the time of publication and are
expected to be in effect at the time of departure. Once we have received your deposit,
your price is guaranteed, and any subsequent price increase is at our expense.
Reservations Make reservations well in
advance. Space requested by phone will be
held for five business days, pending receipt
of the required deposit by mail, telephone
or in person. Reservations made after the
indicated final payment due date must be
paid in full at the time of reservation.
A Deposit Of $200 Per Person A deposit
must accompany all reservation requests.
Personal check, money order, Discover,
MasterCard or VISA are acceptable forms
of payment. The deposit is fully refundable
prior to the final payment due date.
Hazardous Materials Federal law forbids
the carriage of hazardous materials
aboard aircraft in your luggage or on
your person. A violation can result in
five years imprisonment and penalties
of $250,000 or more (49 U.S.C. 5124).
Hazardous materials include explosives,
compressed gases, flammable liquids
and solids, oxidizers, poisons, corrosives
and radioactive materials. Examples:
Paints, lighter fluid, fireworks, tear gases,
oxygen bottles, and radio-pharmaceuticals. There are special exceptions for
small quantities (up to 70 ounces total)
of medicinal and toilet articles carried in
your luggage and certain smoking materials carried on your person. For further
information contact Holiday Vacations or
visit faa.gov.
Final Payment A balance due date
and amount will be indicated on your tour
invoice deposit receipt. We accept credit
cards but appreciate final payments to
be made by check or money order.
Airport Departure Cities Departure cities
are subject to change due to limited or
discontinued airline service. The availability
of airline seats may be limited from each
departure city. Holiday Vacations reserves
the right to provide ground transportation
to or from a larger or alternate airport.
Special Requests Individual requests must
be made when booking. Requests for (non)
smoking, special dietary needs, and adjoining, handicap accessible or other room
types are subject to confirmation and
cannot be guaranteed.
Departure From Cities Not Listed
You may request a departure from a
city not listed. Holiday’s air department
will determine the feasibility of your
request and advise you of any additional
cost, if applicable.
Surcharges Included Tour prices are
guaranteed and include airfare, federal taxes,
airport security charges, airline segment fees,
airport passenger facility charges and fuel
surcharges, if applicable. International airfare
also includes applicable airport fees and
taxes assessed by individual countries. Airline
luggage fees are an additional charge and
are payable directly to the airlines at check-in.
Land Only Price You may request a land
only price. If the tour is purchased as
land only, it will be your responsibility to
meet the group at the arrival airport at
the time designated by Holiday Vacations.
If you prefer, you can join the tour at the
first night’s hotel. Taxi or other airport
transfer costs are not included for
independent arrival or departure.
CANCELLATION FEES
Should you cancel your tour reservations for any reason, the following cancellation fees will apply:
Motorcoach Tours (no flights)
Notice received
Prior to final payment date
Final payment date to 31 days prior to departure date
30 days to 48 hours prior to departure date
Less than 48 hours prior to departure or after tour departure
Cancellation fee
Full refund
$200
25% of tour price
100% of tour price
Air Tours–Canada & Lower 48 U.S.
Notice received
Prior to final payment date
Final payment date to 35 days prior to departure date 34 days to 48 hours prior to departure date
Less than 48 hours prior to departure or after tour departure
Cancellation fee
Full refund
25% of tour price
50% of tour price
100% of tour price
International & Cruise Tours, Alaska, Rail, Hawaii
Notice received
Prior to final payment date
Final payment date to 46 days prior to departure date
45 days to 8 days prior to departure date
7 days or less to departure or after tour departure
Cancellation fee
Full refund
25% of tour price
50% of tour price
100% of tour price
Note: If you are sharing a room and your partner cancels or leaves the tour en route, you will be
responsible for the difference between the double and single accommodations tour price.
Airline Seating Seat assignments are
controlled by the airline. We will no longer
solicit requests and seating cannot be
guaranteed by Holiday Vacations.
Award Miles Please be advised that some
commercial airlines offer reduced award
miles to travelers booked on a group reservation. Holiday Vacations is happy to submit
your frequent flyer number to the airlines,
but makes no guarantee that full mileage
will be awarded.
Tour Participation The ability to perform
assorted levels of activity while traveling
varies between each individual. Although
we welcome your questions regarding the
amount of activity on any tour, Holiday
Vacations is unable to determine your
travel health and fitness level. Please
consult your doctor with questions when
evaluating your ability to travel.
Persons Needing Special Assistance
Holiday Vacations does not provide personal attendant services. Any disability
requiring special attention should be
reported to us at the time you make your
reservation. We will make reasonable
attempts to accommodate special needs,
but we are not responsible for any denial
of services by carriers, hotels, restaurants,
and other independent suppliers. Travelers
requiring extraordinary assistance must
be accompanied by a companion who
is capable of and totally responsible for
providing the necessary assistance.
Children On Tour Children traveling on
tour must be at least eight years old and
accompanied by an adult.
Reservation Changes Requests for
changes in flight schedules, early or
extended hotel stays or for other eligible
components of the tour should be made
prior to the final payment date. A nonrefundable processing fee of $50 per
person will apply for any change requested prior to the final payment date and
$100 per person for any change requested
on or after the final payment date. These
fees are in addition to any costs or
penalties from suppliers.
Insurance Holiday Vacations recognizes
the value and importance of travel
insurance for our customers. We offer
an optional Travel Protection Plan, which
includes accident and sickness coverage,
baggage protection, trip interruption and
cancellation insurance. An insurance brochure will be sent with your tour invoice
deposit receipt or may be requested in
advance. For your convenience, the insurance premium is included in the balance
Solo Travelers Holiday Vacations
welcomes solo travelers. We will try to
assist in arranging a roommate for any
person wishing to share accommodations
at the double occupancy tour rate. Should
a shared arrangement not be available,
the single price applies.
Triple & Quad These accommodations
are usually in rooms with two double
beds. A rollaway bed or cot is subject
to availability on a request basis.
Reservation Name/Identification
The requirement to collect your date
of birth, gender and full name as it
appears on the government issued
photo identification you will use on
your tour is federally mandated by the
Transportation Security Administration.
TSA’s privacy policy as well as additional
details, can be found at www.tsa.gov
using the keywords Secure Flight.
Passport Required
(FOR INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL)
Your Passport must be valid for 6 months
from the end date of your tour. It is Holiday
Vacations’ policy that all tours traveling
outside of the United States require a valid
U.S. Passport in the form of a Passport
book. Passport cards and enhanced
driver’s licenses are NOT acceptable forms
of identification for any Holiday Vacations
tour traveling outside of the United States.
Tour Documents Tour packets will be
mailed at least ten days before your tour
departure date. This material includes tour
pickup location and time, a tour itinerary,
hotel list and luggage tag.
Gratuities Tips for all the included
features of your tour (baggage handling,
included meals, etc.) will be taken care
of by your Tour Director. Tips for meals
on your own or for other services are
at your discretion. Customary tips for
the Tour Director & Driver are on a
voluntary basis and given individually.
Suggested gratuities will be provided
with your tour documents.
Train Routes & Schedules Please note
that train schedules and/or routes are
subject to change by railroad passenger
services. No liability shall be incurred by
Holiday Vacations for subsequent changes
to train schedules and/or routes.
Cruise Line Charges Additional fees
applied by the cruise lines are not
included in your tour price. These fees
include but are not limited to: daily
service charge for cabin & wait staff,
specialty restaurant cover charges
and optional shore excursions.
handling charge may be collected by
the airlines for each piece over the
designated allowance and for oversize
or overweight baggage.
On tour, each person is allowed
one suitcase which will be handled
for you at hotels. In addition, you may
carry a small bag aboard. Carry-on
articles are the responsibility of each
person. Carry-ons that do not fit in the
overhead compartments may be charged
as an additional piece of luggage.
Additional pieces of luggage will be
handled for you at hotels at a cost
of $4 per bag, per day or at the cost
specified for some tours. Though every
effort will be made to safeguard your
baggage, Holiday Vacations accepts
no liability for loss or damage.
Photography & Video on Tour Holiday
Vacations reserves the right to take photographs and/or videos on any of its tours
and to use such records for promotional
and/or commercial purposes.
Responsibility Tours are arranged and
operated by Holiday Travel, Inc., d/b/a
Holiday Vacations, 2727 Henry Ave.,
P.O. Box 87, Eau Claire, WI 54702. Holiday
Vacations and their agents act only as an
agent for such other parties, firms or corporations providing services herein. No liability
shall be incurred by Holiday Vacations, their
agents, presenters or co-sponsors because
of injury, loss, delay or other complication
experienced by tour participants.
Holiday Vacations reserves the right
to correct printing errors, to make any
changes or alterations in the printed
itineraries, dates, routings, hotels or in
included features prior to or during the
tour, necessary for the smooth and
efficient operation of the tour. The hotels
used may change without notice. Holiday
Vacations reserves the right to accept,
decline or retain any person as a
participant of these tours.
Checked Luggage
(Not to exceed 62” total dimensions)
Carry-On
Purse, Tote, Camera Bag, Backpack
(Not to exceed 8” x 14” x 20”)
Width
Height
due on your tour invoice. Processing fees
for a voluntary change in airport departure or
for other requested changes are not covered
by this insurance. Insurance must be paid for
on or before your final payment due date.
Luggage The cost of checking luggage
with the airlines is the responsibility
of each guest. This cost, if any, will be
charged by the airlines when checking
luggage for your flight and is payable
directly to the airlines. An excess fee or
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United States Tour Operators Association $1 Million Travelers Assistance
Program Holiday Vacations, as an Active Member of USTOA, is required to post
$1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and
conditions of the USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program, the advance
payments of Holiday Vacations customers in the unlikely event of Holiday Vacations
bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, you should understand
that the $1 Million posted by Holiday Vacations may be sufficient to provide only
a partial recovery of the advance payments received by Holiday Vacations. More
details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program may be obtained by writing to
USTOA at 345 Seventh Avenue, Suite 1801,
New York, New York 10001, or by email to
[email protected] or by visiting their website at
www.USTOA.com.
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