Exotic Western Caribbean including the

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1 Exotic Western Caribbean including the Mayan Ruins of Chacchoben featuring New Orleans A 10 Day/9 Night Cruise/Tour Aboard the Norwegian Spirit February 12 February 20, 2011 Highlights include: Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico Roatan Bay Islands, Honduras Belize City, Belize

2 Feel the rhythm of the Caribbean and join us on this fabulous adventure. You ll start off your sun filled vacation with an overnight in New Orleans! Home to jazz, crawdads and jambalaya, feel the rhythm of Bourbon Street. Enjoy traditional coffee and beignets before boarding the Norwegian Spirit as you explore the historic ports of call in the Western Caribbean. From Mayan Ruins to Jungles, the options for exploring and discovering are endless. Float up the Belize River and see the Howling Monkeys or play a round of golf at a Jack Nicholas designed course, the variety of activities available to you will surely delight! And of course, life aboard the Norwegian Spirit provides the freedom and flexibility to cruise your way. With no set dining times, no assigned tables, a relaxed dress code and more restaurants than days in the week, you can enjoy whatever you re hungry for, whenever you re hungry. Join us for this fabulous Caribbean escape! February 12 New Orleans Today you will board your flight for New Orleans. This afternoon you will have time to do as the locals do indulge savor and celebrate! Explore the historic French Quarter or visit her world class aquarium, there is plenty to see and do in this amazing city. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and enjoy the cuisine that New Orleans is famous for. (D) February 13 New Orleans/Board NCL Spirit Start your day the way New Orleanais have since 1862 with café au lait and beignets at the world famous Café Du Monde. You ll have time to enjoy a leisurely morning of strolling and shopping the French Quarter before boarding your ship at mid-day to enjoy lunch. We set sail at 5:00 p.m. bound for the sun and sand of the Western Caribbean! February 14 At Sea As you settle in your cabin on board the NCL Spirit, you ll notice that the theme is decidedly water oriented. With swimming pools, hot tubs, and even a water treadmill, you ll have plenty of opportunities to get in the swim of things. Enjoy an invigorating walk around the promenade, practicing your golf swing or indulge yourself with a rejuvenating spa treatment. After lunch, check out the card room for a game of bridge with friends, or relax in the library with a good book. With freestyle cruising, the choice is yours. This evening, sample one of the many restaurants, with 15 dining options, you ll have plenty of time to enjoy them all. February 15 Costa Maya, Mexico You ll dock in Costa Maya this morning at 10:00 a.m. Included in your tour is a visit to the mysterious Mayan ruins of Chacchoben, the Place of Red Corn. The Mayan temples here date to 700 A.D. and were reported to the Mexican Government in 1972 by an American archeologist. These amazing ruins have only been open to the public since 2002, and many of the structures still bear traces of the red paint with which they were coated. Your private guide will provide you with insight into the Mayan culture and history of this area as you travel to the ruins as well as on-site. The temples of Chachoben are thought to have been built to study the stars as well as a place of worship. The top of the main temple has a structure to track the sun s path throughout the day. You ll have ample time to roam the grounds which have a jungle feel teeming with chaco trees and wild orchids. Return to your ship for a 6:00 p.m. departure. After dinner, take in a Broadway style show in the Stardust Theater! February 16 Belize City, Belize This morning, you ll dock in Belize City at 8:00 a.m. Be prepared for amazing adventures exploring the natural beauty of Belize, Mother Nature s Best Kept Secret! Choose a leisurely boat ride 20 miles up the Old Belize River where you ll spot iguanas, birds, crocodiles and howler monkeys. Or opt for an excursion to Altun Ha, the most extensively excavated site in Belize. The 13 temples here date to 550 A.D. and the two plaza areas are well maintained and easily traversed. Whether your interest is exploring the jungles, observing wildlife or learning about the Mayan people, Belize has it all. Return to your ship for a 6:00 p.m. departure this evening. Enjoy a leisurely dinner at one of the fine restaurants, the choice is yours.

3 February 17 Roatan Bay Islands, Honduras This morning, you ll dock in Roatan, the largest of Honduras Bay Islands at 8:00 a.m. This hidden gem boasts some of the Caribbean s most beautiful white sand beaches and amazing opportunities for snorkeling! Located near the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, the second largest after Australia s Great Barrier Reef, the setting here is stunning! Who could blame you if you choose to spend your day walking along the beach collecting sea shells and marveling at the beautiful turquoise waters. However, there is much to be done on this island. Rent a scooter and explore on your own stopping to enjoy a fresh lobster lunch and shop for colorful pottery and wood carvings. You might choose to tour both the Roatan Butterfly Gardens and the Iguana Farm. For those looking for a different type of adventure, check out Roatan s Zipline over the jungle canopy. If you re a horse lover, nothing quite beats a horseback ride on the beach. Return to the ship for a 5:00 p.m. sailing and enjoy a cool drink on deck as you sail away from the beauty of Honduras. After an amazing week experiencing the Exotic Western Caribbean, it s time to spend some time on you. Swim in the pools, relax in the hot tub or enjoy the view of the turquoise waters of the Caribbean. This last day aboard the Norwegian Spirit has much to offer. From cards to cigars, there s a place for it all. Indulge yourself with a bit of pampering, a game of bingo or a nap by the pool. This evening, try one of the specialty restaurants, French, Asian or Italian. After dinner, head over to the Stardust for an exciting show in the European Opera style theater. February 20 New Orleans After breakfast you ll disembark and be assisted with your transfer to the New Orleans airport for your flight home. Adios!! (B) February 18 Cozumel, Mexico At 8:00 a.m. this morning you ll dock in the island of Cozumel. While best known for it s beautiful beaches, snorkeling and diving, Cozumel has much more to offer. The ruins of Tulum are among the most popular and best preserved in Mexico. With it s cliff top location, the views are spectacular, and the atmosphere is truly one of a kind. For a true once in a lifetime experience, you might opt for a variety of Dolphin Encounters. These hands-on experiences take place on a platform in waist deep water, and provide opportunities to touch the dolphin and learn about these amazing creatures from their trainers. Whether snorkeling, golfing, cooking or exploring, Cozumel has something for everyone. Return to your ship for a 5:00 p.m. departure. February 19 At Sea

4 Your Exotic Western Caribbean Cruise Includes Round trip airport transfers from Greenville or Sulphur Springs to DFW Round trip airfare from DFW to New Orleans Overnight in New Orleans Dinner in New Orleans 7 nights on board the Norwegian Spirit in selected cabin Tour of the Mayan Ruins of Chacchoben in Costa Maya All meals while onboard ship All transfers in New Orleans from airport/hotel and hotel/ ship and ship to airport All port charges/airline taxes and hotel taxes as of 04/20/10 Porterage on one suitcase per person CANCELLATION PENALTIES: $ per person deposit due with reservation Final payment due on or before November 3, % nonrefundable on November 2, % nonrefundable on December 12, 2010 CRUISE PRICING $1, Category KK Inside Stateroom $1, Category D Oceanview Stateroom Porthole or Picture Window $2, Category BE Oceanview Balcony Stateroom $ Category BD Oceanview Balcony Stateroom Single supplement is an additional 50% of your selected cabin category Trip Cancellation/Interruption insurance is available and strongly recommended. (For medical reasons only): HOW TO MAKE YOUR RESERVATION Yes, sign me up for the Exotic Western Caribbean Cruise with Alliance Bank. An initial $$ deposit per person is required to hold space on the cruise. Deposits are fully refundable until November 3, Valid Passports are required for travel. Please make checks payable to Alliance Bank. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express NAME: DOB: (as it appears on your valid passport please print clearly) STREET ADDRESS: CITY/STATE/ZIP: TELEPHONE: CABIN CATEGORY: TRAVEL COMPANION: DOB: CREDIT CARD #: EXPIRATION DATE: SIGNATURE: Please return to Linda Mattingly, P O BOX 500, Sulphur Springs, Texas Telephone # (toll free) extension lmattingly@alliancebank.com

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