Dear Friends, You'll appreciate these included Holiday Vacations Extra Value Features:

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1 Dear Friends, Thank you for your interest in the Glacier, Yellowstone & Grand Tetons by Rail tour. This fabulous vacation will be hosted by Brian Slocum, Meteorologist. The September 7 6, 206 departure is filling fast! Additional Departure Date: Due to the tremendous interest in this tour, we have scheduled two additional departures, July 22 3, 206 and August 24 - September 2, 206. The itinerary is identical and the tour will be accompanied by a professional Holiday Vacations Tour Director. Brian Slocum will only host the September 7 th tour. You'll appreciate these included Holiday Vacations Extra Value Features: Roundtrip airfare from Greensboro to Seattle, with return from Salt Lake City Excellent accommodations featuring overnight stays in Whitefish, Helena, Jackson and Salt Lake City Enjoy scenic landscapes of Washington, Idaho and Montana while riding Amtrak s Empire Builder Intriguing attractions including Pike Place Market, Glacier National Park, Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park excellent meals including a Cache Creek Canyon Cookout Expert Local Guides for our tours and sightseeing Deluxe Motorcoach and Professional Driver A professional Holiday Vacations Tour Director who will accompany you throughout the tour Guaranteed prices upon receipt of your deposit $00 Travel Voucher for use on a future Holiday Vacations tour There's no better way to experience the Pacific Northwest by rail and explore the most famous National Parks in the United States than with Holiday Vacations. Our 43 years of experience and dedication to personalized service will assure you that this 0-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 only $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

2 days All airfare included! Glacier, Yellowstone & Grand Tetons September 7-6, 206 with host Brian Slocum, Meteorologist Local Departure Low Deposit Guaranteed prices

3 WA BRIAN SLOCum WXII 2 meteorologist Brian Slocum has been broadcasting the Triad s weather forecast for the last years. He s covered everything from tornadoes and hurricanes, to 30-degree below zero cold snaps. His television weather career has spanned 5 years and included TV stations in Salisbury, Maryland; York, Pennsylvania; and Clarksburg, West Virginia. Before that, he provided forecasts and weather information for radio, magazines and his telephone weather service for the Baltimore metropolitan area. Brian s love for weather started when he was 8 years old. He was playing outside near his home when the sky began to change to an eerie shade of green. He hopped on his bike and pedaled toward the approaching storm. Fortunately, he didn t get very far before he was stopped by his father. The storm spawned a tornado not far from his home. He has been hooked on severe weather ever since. Brian is also a big sports enthusiast and a budding photographer. He has previously hosted Holiday Vacations Ireland tour. Join Brian and WXII 2 viewers on this railroading adventure. Seattle OR NV Whitefish ID West Yellowstone Salt Lake City UT 2 3 Jackson Glacier National Park Helena Great Falls MT Yellowstone National Park 2 Grand Teton National Park WY Flights Motorcoach Amtrak Empire Builder # of Overnights Glacier, Yellowstone & Grand Tetons SepTEmBER 7-6, 206 Additional dates may be available Glorious scenery, abundant wildlife and breathtaking natural wonders of the most famous national parks highlight our journey east by train. Day : FLY to seattle We have accommodations in Seattle this evening before embarking on our journey. Day 2: ALL aboard the empire builder A knowledgeable local guide joins us this morning for a wonderful tour of the city. We ll then make our way to famous Pike Place Market to savor local delicacies and browse handcrafted items. This afternoon, we board the Amtrak Empire Builder Superliner train. Our private rooms are comfortable sitting rooms by day that convert to cozy sleepers at night. Enjoy an included dinner in the dining car. B,D Grand Teton National Park Day 3: Lake McDonald CruISE We travel through Washington and Idaho into Montana s Big Sky Country and view some of the most spectacular scenery our nation has to offer. This morning the Empire Builder arrives in Whitefish, MT. We then drive to the Apgar Visitors Center in Glacier National Park. Offering stunning views of lush forests and spectacular mountains that reach 6,000 feet in elevation, this park includes over 50 glaciers and 200 lakes standing as reminders of the last ice age. Wildlife in Glacier National Park includes bighorn sheep, mountain goats, elk and moose. This afternoon we enjoy Yellowstone National Park Glacier National Park Keyword: wxii a fabulous Lake McDonald boat cruise. Enjoy abundant wildlife and unspoiled scenery as we glide along the lake s crystal blue waters. Accommodations are at the Grouse Mountain Lodge where we ll enjoy a delicious dinner this evening. B,D Day 4: Going-to-the-sun ROAd After an included breakfast, we board vintage red touring cars for a journey on one of the world s most scenic routes, the Going-to-the-Sun Road. We ll enjoy lunch today at the St. Mary s Lodge, then continue our journey to Great Falls, where we enjoy our overnight accommodations. B,L Day 5: Gates of the mountains We begin our day with a tour of the Lewis & Clark Historic Trail Interpretive Center and relive the explorers brave journey. Majestic scenery envelopes us this afternoon during a boat tour through the Gates of the Mountains. These spectacular limestone cliffs and sheer rock walls were described by Lewis as a most sublime and extraordinary spectacle. This evening we stay in Helena, Montana s capital city, at the Comfort Suites Hotel. L Day 6: yellowstone This afternoon we arrive in West Yellowstone, gateway to America s first national park. The IMAX Theatre presentation in West Yellowstone provides a fascinating introduction to Yellowstone National Park. Yellowstone was established in 872 to protect a large variety of wildlife and preserve the world s most extraordinary collection of geysers and hot springs. We stay in the Yellowstone area this evening. B Day 7: old faithful A park guide joins us today to explore Yellowstone National Park. We stop at Old Faithful, the most famous geyser in the world, before viewing the paintpots, bubbling hot springs mixed with clay. Have your camera ready to capture stunning views of the Upper and Lower Yellowstone Falls and the multicolored Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. Our scenic drive takes us through Hayden Valley, a region of lush forest meadows. Watch for bison and other wildlife! We settle in for a comfortable two-night stay in Jackson at the Antler Inn. Day 8: experience the TETONS This morning we visit Grand Teton National Park. At the Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor Center, there s time to view a video and explore the fantastic exhibit on the history of Grand Teton National Park. We make several photo stops and visit the Chapel of the Transfiguration, a rustic log church with glorious views of the majestic Tetons. Our included dinner tonight features a covered wagon ride in Cache Creek Canyon. Enjoy a tasty barbecue cookout along with the music and songs of the Old West! B,D Day 9: SALT Lake city Another scenic drive takes us from Jackson into Utah and Salt Lake City. Tonight we celebrate with our new friends at a special Holiday Vacations Farewell Dinner at the Roof Restaurant. Our accommodations this evening are at the Doubletree Suites by Hilton in Salt Lake City. D Day 0: Fly Home We return home from Salt Lake City with photos and memories of scenic western America. Highest Elevation: 8,000 ft. in Yellowstone National Park. YOUR HOLIDAY VACATIONS EXPERIENCE INCLUDES All airfare, taxes & fuel surcharges Holiday Vacations Tour Director Experienced local guides Motorcoach and professional Driver Rail transportation All accommodations Baggage handling at hotels $00 travel voucher for a future Holiday Vacations tour Excellent Meals Featuring Dinner aboard Amtrak Cache Creek Canyon cookout Holiday Vacations Farewell Dinner at the Roof Restaurant B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner All Accommodations Featuring night at the Doubletree Hotel Seattle Airport night aboard Amtrak Empire Builder Superliner night at the Grouse Mountain Lodge in Whitefish night at the Comfort Suites in Helena 2 nights at the Antler Inn in Jackson night at the Doubletree Suites by Hilton in Salt Lake City Attractions & Highlights Seattle city tour Pike Place Market Amtrak Empire Builder Superliner Lake McDonald boat cruise Glacier National Park Going-to-the-Sun Road Lewis & Clark Historic Trail Interpretive Center Gates of the Mountains boat tour Yellowstone IMAX Theatre Yellowstone National Park Yellowstone Falls Hayden Valley Old Faithful Grand Teton National Park Craig Thomas Visitor Center Chapel of the Transfiguration Covered Wagon Ride Salt Lake City Price Per Person ALL AIRFARE INCLUDED! Roomette Aboard Amtrak Double... $499 per person Single per person Bedroom Aboard Amtrak Upon request, subject to availability Add $300 per person double occupancy Add $600 per person single occupancy Deposit: $200 per person Final Payment: June 25, 206 Full refund 76 days prior to departure Guaranteed Price: Your price is guaranteed upon receipt of your deposit

4 Amtrak Empire Builder Experience the cozy comfort of private Superliner sleeping accommodations. Each compartment features comfortable reclining seats and giant picture windows, providing unparalleled views of the passing scenery. A sitting room by day, your Superliner accommodations are converted to sleeping arrangements each night by your friendly Sleeping Car attendant. By Day By Night By Day By Night Roomette Two armchairs by day Lower & upper berth at night Lavatory & shower nearby Large picture windows Drop-down table Reading lights Towels & soap Roomette Dimensions: 6 6 x 3 6 Lower Berth: 6 6 x 2 4 Upper Berth with steps: 6 2 x 2 Bedroom Sofa & armchair by day Wide lower & upper berth at night Private lavatory with shower, sink & vanity Large picture windows Drop-down table Reading lights Towels & soap Bedroom Dimensions: 6 6 x 7 6 Lower Berth: 6 3 x 3 4 Upper Berth with ladder: 6 2 x 2 4 RESERVATIONs require a $200 per person deposit Printed in the U.S.A. Holiday Travel, Inc. SPACE FILLS QUICKLY, BOOK TODAY! For more information, to make a reservation, or to refer a friend, please call: Henry Ave. P.O. Box 87 Eau Claire, WI Final payment is due June 25, 206 Your tour is fully refundable up to 76 days prior to departure. Thank You! Departure Point: Greensboro Piedmont Triad International Airport B6WXIIGY Printed on recycled paper containing post-consumer waste.

5 FREE TRAVEL SHOWS Holiday Vacations invites you to attend an informative travel show featuring the Glacier, Yellowstone & Grand Tetons by Rail tour, September 7 6, 206. This fabulous vacation will be hosted by Brian Slocum, Meteorologist. Winston-Salem Tuesday, February 9 The Hawthorne Inn & Conference Center 420 High St. 0 a.m., 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. Greensboro Wednesday, February 0 Comfort Suites Airport 769 Thorndike Rd. 0 a.m. & 2 p.m. High Point Wednesday, February 0 JH Adams Inn 08 North Main St. 7 p.m.

6 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. 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. 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. 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. GENERAL INFORMATION 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. 524). 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. 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. 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. 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 Cancellation fee Prior to final payment date Full refund Final payment date to 3 days prior to departure date $ days to 48 hours prior to departure date 25% of tour price Less than 48 hours prior to departure or after tour departure 00% of tour price Air Tours Canada & Lower 48 U.S. Notice received Cancellation fee Prior to final payment date Full refund Final payment date to 35 days prior to departure date 25% of tour price 34 days to 48 hours prior to departure date 50% of tour price Less than 48 hours prior to departure or after tour departure 00% of tour price International & Cruise Tours, Alaska, Rail, Hawaii Notice received Cancellation fee Prior to final payment date Full refund Final payment date to 46 days prior to departure date 25% of tour price 45 days to 8 days prior to departure date 50% of tour price 7 days or less to departure or after tour departure 00% 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 $00 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

7 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. 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 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. 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 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. 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 Height 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. Checked Luggage (Not to exceed 62 total dimensions) Carry-On Purse, Tote, Camera Bag, Backpack (Not to exceed 8 x 4 x 20 ) Length Width United States Tour Operators Association $ Million Travelers Assistance Program Holiday Vacations, as an Active Member of USTOA, is required to post $ Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the USTOA $ 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 $ 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 80, New York, New York 000, or by to information@ustoa.com or by visiting their website at ALASKA TRAVEL INDUSTRY A S S O C I A T I O N