Collette Vacations Rediscover Cuba - A Cultural Exploration

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1 Greater Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce Refers Collette Vacations Rediscover Cuba - A Cultural Exploration August 18 26, 2013 Collette Travel Service, Inc. has applied to the Department of Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) for renewal of its license to operate tours to Cuba. Until such time that Collette Vacations license has been renewed Collette Vacations will not be accepting any payments from customers for any tours to Cuba.

2 Double $4,099 Single $4,499 9 Days 19 Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 6 Dinners Included in Price: Round Trip Air from Harrisburg Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers Not included in price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $220 per person * All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change IMPORTANT CONDITIONS: Your price is subject to increase prior to the time you make full payment. Your price is not subject to increase after you make full payment, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes or fees. Once deposited, you have 7 days to send us written consumer consent or withdraw consent and receive a full refund. (See registration form for consent.) ITINERARY AT A GLANCE Day 1 Marriott Miami Airport, Miami,Florida Days 2 4 Days 5 8 Hotel Las Brisas - Cuba Travel Svc., Trinidad Hotel Nacional de Cuba, Havana On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

3 HIGHLIGHTS Trinidad, Pottery Demonstration, Cienfuegos, Bay of Pigs Museum, Havana, Cuban Fine Arts Museum, Maqueta de la Ciudad de La Habana Museum, Ernest Hemingway Home, Casa Fuster Day 1: Sunday, August 18, 2013 Fly to Miami, Florida - Tour Begins Join us and explore the cultural and historic treasures of Cuba - just 90 miles off the coast of the United States - but a world away. Fly into Miami, our gateway to Cuba. Tonight, get acquainted with your fellow travelers during a welcome reception and trip briefing. Day 2: Monday, August 19, 2013 Miami - Trinidad, Cuba Today your adventure begins as you fly from Miami to Cienfuegos Airport. Transfer to Trinidad, famous for its cobblestone streets and pastel-colored houses. Tonight, a welcome dinner at a local restaurant introduces you to the vibrant culture of the Cuban people. Also enjoy some live traditional music which includes a fascinating lecture on the instruments used to produce the distinctive Sounds of Cuba." (B, D) Day 3: Tuesday, August 20, 2013 Trinidad - Manaca Iznaga - Trinidad Embark on a Trinidad city tour. Visit the Palacio Cantero, the city s history museum housed in a restored Neoclassical palace. Explore the Old Cathedral, churches and unique houses of this museum of a city. Next, visit Manaca Iznaga s former sugar factory and estate, located in the beautiful Valle de los Ingenios, or Valley of the Sugar Mills. Learn about sugar production, its historic importance to the Cuban economy, and what types of agriculture are important today. Enjoy lunch at the estate before learning about the local craft of linenmaking from the residents. This afternoon, visit a ceramic studio and enjoy a pottery demonstration while the owners discuss traditions that have been passed down from generation to generation. Perhaps take a turn at the potter s wheel for a hands-on experience with this craft. (B, L, D) Day 4: Wednesday, August 21, 2013 Trinidad - Cienfuegos - Trinidad This morning drive towards Cienfuegos, the city known as La Perla del Sur (The Pearl of the South). Visit the Cienfuegos Province Botanical Gardens, the oldest of its kind on the island. During a fascinating walking tour, learn about the garden s ties with Harvard University and its founding as a research center where a sugar mill once stood. After a picnic lunch, a city tour highlights the Catedral de la Purisima Concepcion. Later, set out on a spectacular harbor cruise* visiting the small town of El Perche to meet a few of the locals and to see Castillo de Jagua. Return to Trinidad and dine in one of the city s authentic

4 restaurants. Then, it s on to the plaza for some live music and dancing. (B, L, D) Day 5: Thursday, August 22, 2013 Trinidad - Bay of Pigs Museum - Havana Embark on a scenic drive this morning, past lush mountains and forests, charming country towns and farms, and the pristine Caribbean Sea. Visit the Bay of Pigs Museum in Playa Giron. Discover the history behind one of the major events of the Cold War and how the Victory of Giron, as it is locally known, impacted Cuba. Enjoy lunch at La Cueva de los Peces, which is named for the nearby Cave of the Fish, a cenote or sinkhole filled with multicolored sea life. You may even spot Cuba s national bird, the Tocororo, and some of the islands most colorful fish. Stop at a conservation center to learn from a local scientist about the preservation efforts in the Zapata Swamp and across Cuba. Next, travel across the countryside to Havana, Cuba s energetic capital. Explore the Hotel Nacional, an iconic national landmark. Tonight, enjoy Cuban favorites as you dine at El Aljibe, in the most modern part of the city. (B, L, D) Day 6: Friday, August 23, 2013 Havana This morning discover the secret of Cuban cigars at a cigar factory and learn why they are treasured around the world. While visiting the Literacy Museum, learn more about the Literacy Campaign of 1961 and the education system in Cuba. Then, savor lunch at a typical restaurant in Old Havana. Explore the Cuban Fine Arts Museum and enjoy a presentation given by a local art historian. Dinner is included tonight as you visit one of the area s paladars, a small specialty restaurant with its own organic farm. Meet the proprietors of this familyrun and privately-owned business as they share their stories about opening a privately-run restaurant in Cuba. (B, L, D) Day 7: Saturday, August 24, 2013 Havana Today, visit a local health care facility to meet the staff and gain insight into the health care system in Cuba. Next, spend time visiting the benefactors of a local charity that focuses on caring for the elderly. Learn about the city s architecture and restoration efforts as you visit the Maqueta de la Ciudad de La Habana Museum which houses a model of the city and stop by a workshop that teaches the skills necessary for restoring Havana s historic buildings. Visit the inspiring Catedral de la Habana. (B) Day 8: Sunday, August 25, 2013 Havana - Casa Fuster - Havana Visit the home of Ernest Hemingway, Finca Vigía (Lookout Farm), where he conceived his final masterpiece, The Old Man and the Sea. This cultural time capsule remains much like it did when the author left in Next, head over to the Casa Fuster, the

5 colorful home to Jose Fuster. One of his apprentices or even the artist himself will be on hand to talk about his work, inspired by Gaudi. Experience lunch at La Ferminia, a popular restaurant that resides at the end of legendary 5th Avenue. Afterwards, stop at a local produce market where you can interact with the locals as they barter for locally-grown products. Later, learn about policies between the U.S. and Cuba on an interesting discussion led by a Cuban PLEASE NOTE: Please note that a departure tax of 25 CUC (Cuban Pesos Convertibles), approximately 30 USD, must be paid for in cash upon departing Havana Airport and returning back to the United States. Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. Due to heavy demand for this destination and our ability to provide intimate cultural interactions with the local people of Cuba, this tour will operate with a maximum of 30 passengers. *On occasion, due to inclement weather, your boat trip may be substituted with another comparable activity. This tour may also operate in reverse on certain dates. Please note that triple accommodations are not available on the Rediscover Cuba program. scholar. This evening, take a trip around Havana in one of the antique American cars that the city is known for. Finally, savor dinner in one of Havana s finest restaurants as you celebrate an amazing journey to Cuba. (B, L, D) Day 9: Monday, August 26, 2013 Havana - Miami, Florida - Tour Ends Fly from Havana to Miami and then fly home. Your tour ends today. (B) This is an educational program that requires full-time participation; therefore, we require participants to be at least 15 years of age. Collette Travel Service, Inc. has applied to the Department of Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) for renewal of its license to operate tours to Cuba. Until such time that Collette Vacations license has been renewed Collette Vacations will not be accepting any payments from customers for any tours to Cuba. This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days and more leisure time. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs or on uneven walking surfaces should be expected. Air rate and schedule are applicable for groups of 10 or more traveling on the same flights and dates. For important reservation information visit You can also find this information on your tour documents.

6 IMPORTANT RESERVATION INFORMATION Cancellation Charges for this tour: After your seat reduction date has passed, a non-refundable deposit will be retained. For Cancellation between days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 30% of total price. For cancellation between 15-1 days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 50% of total price. For cancellation on the day of departure and after: 100% of total price. For Ocean Cruises: For cancellation between days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 35% of total price. For cancellation between days prior to departure: 60% of total price. 30 or fewer days prior to departure: 100% of total price. For River Cruises: including Europe, Russia, Egypt and China, days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 50% of total price. For cancellation between days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 85% of total price. For cancellation 30 or fewer days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 100% of total price. For Galapagos and Antarctica: A cancellation fee of 60% will apply for cancellation between days prior to departure; A cancellation charge of 100% will apply for cancellation less than 90 days prior to departure. Cancellation protection is highly recommended and must be purchased at time of deposit. Air rates are subject to change until tour is paid in full. If waivers have not been purchased and a reservation is cancelled for any reason prior to departure - Air is 100% non-refundable once paid in full. Cancellation charges also apply to reservations made for "pre" and "post" night accommodations. Payment of a Per Person Waiver Fee guarantees a full refund of all payments (including deposit), except the Waiver Fee itself, made to Collette Vacations for travel arrangements in case of cancellation of your travel plans for any reason prior to the day of departure. The Waiver Fee with Air only covers airline tickets you have purchased from Collette Vacations. Exception: If you originally purchased non-refundable airline tickets, the Waiver does not provide a refund for the airline tickets, taxes or fees, in the event of a cancellation. This air ticket is covered by Collette Vacations travel protection plan under Part B, if you cancel your trip for covered reasons (see Part B for more details). The Waiver and Insurance does not cover any single supplement charges which arise from an individual's Traveling companion electing to cancel for any reason prior to departure. Upon cancellation of transportation or travel services where you, the customer, are not at fault and have not canceled in violation of the terms and conditions above, you will be refunded 100%. Please see your sales agent for more information, or review our brochure for details. IDENTIFICATION Passports are required for this tour at your expense. Certain countries require a minimum of 6 months passport validity. You are strongly urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details. Visit for the U.S. State Department for the lat est details about passports and visa requirements. IMPORTANT: We recommend that our clients traveling abroad take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas. It should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact. Responsibilities: Collette Vacations, its affiliated entities and its and their employees, shareholders, officers, directors, successors, agents, and assigns (collectively Collette Vacations ), own or operate any person or entity which is or does provide goods or services for these trips. 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Collette Vacations reserves the right to decline to accept any person as a member of the tour, or to require any participant to withdraw from the tour at any time, when such action is determined by the tour manager to be in the best interests of the health, safety, and general welfare of the tour group or of the individual participant. Collette Vacations does not accept liability for any carrier's cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a non-refundable airline or other ticket to the tour departure city and return or otherwise. Baggage and personal effects are the sole responsibility of the owner at all times. Participants may be photograph ed for the promotional purposes of the Collette Vacations products. Payment of the deposit to Collette Vacations constitutes acceptance of these terms and conditions. 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Collette Vacations, Inc. also known as Collette Vacations, is a member of Collette Vacations, and the operator of " Collette Vacations products. References to Collette Vacations" as an entity should be interpreted accordingly. *Airfare: For your convenience, we offer airfare for purchase with all vacation packages. If you purchase an air inclusive program, your airfare will be quoted inclusive of all fuel, taxes and fees. Your rates are subject to change until paid in full. Seats are limited and may not be available on every flight or departure date. Checked Baggage Charges: Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage. Please contact your airline or refer to its website for detailed information regarding your airline s checked baggage policies. For more information visit

7 Collette Vacations Rediscover Cuba - A Cultural Exploration RES#: TRAVEL DATE: 8/18/2013 TERRITORY: E6 First deposit of $250 per person due upon reservation. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Reservations made after the seat reduction date of 3/11/2013 are based upon availability. Final payment due by 6/5/2013. The waiver insurance fees are fully refundable up to 3/18/2013. YOUR INFORMATION: Clearly print your full name (first/middle/last) as it appears on your government issued travel documentation. First: Middle: Last: Suffix: Address: City: State: Zip Code: Phone: ( ) Cell: ( ) Address: Gender: ( ) Male ( ) Female Date of Birth: (dd/mm/yy) Passport Number: Expiration Date: Date of Issuance: City, State, Country of Issuance: Citizenship: Emergency Contact: Phone:( ) ROOMING WITH: First: Middle: Last: Suffix: AIR GATEWAY: Departure airport for this tour: Air Seat Request: ( ) Aisle ( ) Window ( ) Next To Traveling Companion Collette Vacations cannot guarantee your seat preference. If you have not purchased air through Collette Vacations and wish to purchase transfers, you must transfer at our pre-scheduled times. AIR UPGRADE: I am interested in purchasing an air upgrade to business or first class ( ) Yes ( ) No Are you willing to separate from the group air schedule to accommodate your upgrade request? ( ) Yes ( ) No TRAVEL PROTECTION: ( ) Yes, I wish to purchase travel protection $220 ( ) No, I decline If you choose not to purchase Collette Vacations Waiver Insurance Plan, you will incur penalties for changes and cancellations. Travel Protection Payment is due with first deposit. The waiver insurance fees do not cover any single supplement charges which arise from an individual s traveling companion electing to cancel for any reason prior to departure. In this case, the single supplement will be deducted from the refund of the person who cancels. PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: Collette Vacations ( ) Check ( ) Credit Card Waiver/Insurance Amount: $ Deposit Amount: $ Total amount enclosed: $ Cardholder Name: Cardholder Address: Cardholder Phone: Expiration Date: Credit Card Number: Amount charged: $ Important Conditions: Your price is subject to increase prior to the time you make full payment. Your price is not subject to increase after you make full payment, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes or fees. SIGNATURE REQUIRED for acceptance of the above conditions and agreement to credit card use: Date: I agree to pay according to the card issuer agreement. I understand and accept Collette Vacations cancellation policy, terms and conditions.

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