11 DAY CRUISE to Europe - MAY 2017 Cruise ITALY, GREECE & MONTENEGRO in style!

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1 11 DAY CRUISE to Europe - MAY 2017 Cruise ITALY, GREECE & MONTENEGRO in style! SPACE IS LIMITED! BOOK NOW! Tra with our friendly & competent team 11 Day Tour & Cruise on the MSC Musica (12-23 May) - R30 990pp/s (incl. flights, accomodation, 4 meals a day on the ship, tipping and port charges, Christian talks by our tour pastor, city tour excursion in Athens (Greece), city tour excursion in Venice, one overnight stay in Venice (with breakfast) and all transfers ITINERARY Day 1. Friday, 12 May We meet 3 hours prior to flying at the airline counter in the International Terminal, OR Tambo Airport, for our overnight flight at 7h15pm on top airline Emirates, to Venice via Dubai. (Dinner & breakfast inc) VENICE Italy KOTOR Montenegro BRINDISI (Lecce) CORFU Greece Day 2. Saturday, 13 May Venice, capital of Northern Italy s PIRAEUS (Athens) Veneto region, is built on more than 100 small islands in the KATAKOLON Adriatic Sea. Its stone palaces (Olympia) SANTORINI Mediterranean Sea seemingly rise out of the water. There are no cars or roadways, just canals and boats. The Grand Canal snakes through the city, which is filled with quaint alleys and small squares. Upon arrival at approximately 1h35pm in this beautiful city, we will be transferred to our Hotel in Venice. You may wish to take an afternoon nap, or those who wish can venture out for a spot of shopping in Piazza San Marco and a gondola ride (optional extra). Dinner for your own account. Day 3. Sunday 14 May After a late breakfast at our hotel and an introductory group meeting, we will be transferred to the port to embark onboard the MSC MUSICA where you will be assigned your cabin. You can then check in to your room, take a shower, unpack and enjoy a buffet lunch at the pool. Don t forget to head to the deck for a spectacular view as we wave goodbye to Venice and sail into the gorgeous blue sea at 5pm. Dinner will be served at 6h30pm in our exquisite restaurant, followed by a theatre performance in the 2000-seater amphitheatre (a new show is put on every night of the cruise). Your ship is the first and last destination each day. With 27,000 m2 of public space, including the luxury MSC AUREA SPA, 5 restaurants, 4 swimming pools, 12 hydro-massage pools, coffee bars, shops, a children s area, a Formula 1 simulator and an interactive 4-D cinema, you can truly rediscover yourself as you relax into your holiday. During our week onboard we will be on Full Board Basis with breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and a midnight snack all included. Day 4. Monday, 15 May Breakfast onboard with optional devotions from 12-1pm. At 1h30pm the ship will dock in Brindisi (Lecce) in Italy. Brindisi is considered the second most important city in the southern Italy and on your day away from the luxury MSC cruise liner, you ll

2 PAGE TWO SPACE IS LIMITED! BOOK NOW! MSC Musica find out why. Situated in the heel of the boot-shaped country that is Italy, Brindisi has been known as the gateway to the East. You can choose to do one of MSCs paid for excursions, or explore the site on your own. Perhaps walk along the boardwalk and sample some famous Italian gelato, or take the cheap tourist train that chugs along the cobbled streets to all the major tourist stops. Alternatiy do a biking tour inland amongst the rolling hills or a city tour of Lecce. The ship sets sail at 7h30pm. Day 5. Tuesday 16 May Breakfast onboard with optional devotions in the morning. Today s port of call is Katakolon (Olympia), Greece and the ship will dock at 12 noon. After breakfast you can explore the land yourself, or do an optional excursion organised by the ship, visiting Olympia, which according to the legend, was built to promote the worship of the gods amongst the Greeks. You will see the ruins of the Temple of Zeus, the hippodrome and the stadium, capable of hosting spectators. Alternatiy, why not hire a scooter and zoom around the island for yourself? There will be some free time for souvenir shopping. The ship sets sail at 6pm. There are plenty of evening activities on board and of course dinner and the cabaret show in the Teatro. Day 6. Wednesday, 17 May Breakfast onboard. At 8am the ship will dock in Santorini, Greece. Santorini is the most popular island in Greece. It may be the most popular island in the world! There are few tra destinations that combine beautiful beaches, spectacular scenery, ancient cities, amazing restaurants, some of the world s best wine, and an active volcano. But Santorini has all this and more. You can either do an excursion via MSC which will offer you a guided city tour of the island, alternatiy, you can make your way up the cliff by cable car or donkey, and explore Oia by yourself (which is just as good as a tour!). The ship only sails at 5pm, so you have the entire day to shop, explore, eat and enjoy the view! Day 7. Thursday, 18 May At 7h30am the ship docks in Piraeus, (Athens), Greece. One of the most popular destinations in Greece, we have a fully inclusive guided tour today to this important Christian site. Apart from climbing the ancient steps of the Acropolis, we will also view Mars Hill where the Apostle Paul taught the locals, and we will have some time for shopping in the city. The ship sails at 5pm, so we will be back in time for an afternoon nap or a drink on the deck before our dinner. This evening we will all dress up in our finest for the Captain s Dinner, and have a group photo taken on the exquisite Swarovski staircase in the jazz lounge. Santorini, Greece Mars Hill & Acropolis, Athens

3 PAGE THREE World Hertiage Site, Kotor in Montenegro Gondola Ride in Venice, Italy Day 8. Friday 19 May This morning, we dock at 12h30am in Corfu, Greece. Use the morning to sleep late, catch a tan at the pool deck, play bingo or hit the gym. For those who are keen, join us for a devotional teaching on the New Testament and the End Times from 1112am. Corfu Town comprises a number of distinct areas: the Historic Centre, the area enclosed by the Old Port and the two forts, consists of several smaller districts all replete with beautiful architecture and picturesque villages. The beaches of Corfu are legendary and offer the perfect opportunity to catch a tan, or enjoy the warm waters of the Med. Some of the excursions on offer include a jeep safari tour, a cultural sightseeing and wine tasting tour, as well as an archaeological walking tour. We set sail at 6h30pm, so those who wish to return a little earlier may wish to visit the spa this day and relax with a sauna session and soothing massage (just remember to book way in advance!). Day 9. Saturday 20 May This morning we dock at 7am in Kotor, Montenegro. Montenegro is a small Balkan country with rugged mountains, medieval villages and a narrow strip of beaches along its Adriatic coastline. Likened to Dubrovnik, this unspoilt gem is the pearl of Europe and is considered one of the Top 10 places in the world to see. Imagine a place with sapphire beaches as spectacular as Croatia s, rugged peaks as dramatic as Switzerland s, canyons nearly as deep as Colorado s, palazzos as elegant as Venice s and towns as old as Greece s and then wrap it up in a Mediterranean climate and squish it into an area two-thirds of the size of Wales and you start to get a picture of Montenegro. We sail at 1pm, so make sure you get off the ship early! Tonight is our last one on board, so we will end the tour with a celebratory dinner, followed by a grand finale in the amphitheatre. Best you get packing as well, as trying to fit all your souvenirs into the suitcase may take some time! Day 10. Sunday 21 May We dock at 9am in Venice, ready for a full day of touring. We have included today s excursion in your tour price which includes a trip to the colourful islands of Murano and Burano. Once upon a time Murano glassblowers were the only people in Europe who knew how to create a mirror and their skills were so valued that they were banned from leaving the city of Venice under threat of execution; today we will watch a craftsman in action as he goes about his daily business, describing his process in English while he works. Afterwards you will have time to browse the huge collection of glass art here and wander the island on your own. Then it s back on the local boat and off to our next stop, Burano. The tiny island of Burano is famous for two reasons - for its houses, huddled tightly together along streets and canals, each one is painted a different colour with laundry strung up across narrow streets. But Burano s major claim to fame is its centuries old tradition of lacemaking. Your guide will take you through the streets and across the bridges of Burano to a small building where three women sit in a circle, stitching lace like their mothers and grandmothers. After some free time, we will head for the airport where we check in for our flight to Dubai. We land at midnight in Dubai, and after a brief stop over in the airport, we board our flight home to Johannesburg. Day 11. Monday 22 May We land mid-morning at 10h50am back in South Africa at OR Tambo, having enjoyed a wonderful holiday with new friends and special memories! MSC Musica See the colourful villages of Burano & Murano, Venice

4 Tour price: R30 990,00pp (1Euro = R14) PAGE FOUR Due to the uncertainty of the SA Rand against other monetary units, JOY! Tra may be forced to adjust the final tour price at the time that full payment is due (31 Jan 2017). Rate includes: Return flights Johannesburg-Dubai-Venice on Emirates Breakfast and one night accomodation in hotel, 4 meals a day on ship Two excursions (Venice and Athens) Airport and fuel taxes Mandatory Port Taxes and Tipping Inside cabins (with option to upgrade to a balcony cabin at additional price) Rates excludes: 2017 fuel charges which may change due to airline or currency increases Tra Insurance Single supplement (if you do not wish to share) Schengen Visa (approx R1200 for SA passport holders) Optonal excursions on MSC Musica or spending money of person al nature The tour is based on a minimum of 36 people traling together. If you are a single traler and happy to share, we will pair you with another JOY traler of the same sex. We do encourage you to tra with your spouse or a friend though, as this is a memorable holiday experience! TERMS AND CONDITIONS TO ALL PARTICIPANTS JOY! Tra, their associated companies and agents, and all persons, parties or organisations acting on their behalf or in collaboration with them, as their agent, and all group leaders (hereinafter referred to as the Organising Agents ) give notice that: 1.(a) IN issuing or obtaining any ticket or coupon or for transport or the conveyance or for accommodation as they in their entire discretion may deem advisable. (b) THE Organising Agents shall be entitled to make any arrangement for the issue of any ticket or coupon or for transport or the conveyance or for accommodation as they at their entire discretion may deem advisable. (c) THE Organising Agents shall not be liable in any circumstance whatsoever and whether in contract of deficit for any damage, injury (including death), loss, delay or inconvenience of any sort whatsoever that shall be caused to any passenger, whilst on tour or journey or whilst a temporary resident in any foreign country as a result of any arrangement made by the Organising Agents or for any alleged failure by the Organising Agents to make satisfactory or any arrangements, and whether caused through the act or default of any of the servants, agents or sub-contractors of the Organising Agents. 2. EACH passenger agrees that his/her executors, administrators and/or assigns shall indemnify the Organising Agents, its servants and agents from and against claims for damage from any cause whatsoever to any person who may make a claim against the Organising Agents or any of them, whe ther for loss or damage to property in the custody of a passenger, whether or not such a claim is based on the negligence of the Organising Agents, its servants or any sub-contractors of the Organising Agents. 3. ALL arrangements are subject to the country where the conveyance or hotel or other service is provided. 4. All prices are ex-departure point indicated in the tour programme and based on prices and rates of exchange ruling at the time of preparation of the document in which the quotation is made and are subject to increase without notice. All prices quoted are per person sharing. 5. COURIERS of representatives have no authority of permission to refund any monies paid or give any right to claim a refund from the Organising Agents. 6. THE Organising Agents cannot hold themselves responsible for the obtaining of refunds on lost or unused tickets, coupons or vouchers, although every effort will be made to claim settlement on behalf of the passengers. 7. CANCELLATION. A cancellation fee of R per person will be levied in the event of a reservation being cancelled. The Organising Agents also reserve the right to retain the whole or part of the tour price in the event of a cancellation less than 45 days prior to departure. Written notice must be given. 8. ATTENTION is drawn to the frequency of changes in official timetables and passengers are urged to verify any times of departure shown in any programme or itinerary themselves. 9. THE airline concerned is not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not in their aircraft. The passenger tickets in use by the airline when issued shall constitute the sole contract between the airline and the purchaser fo these tickets and/or passenger. 10. PASSENGERS are reminded that luggage or personal property taken on tour is at owner s risk and passengers themselves are advised to insure it. Deposit and cancellation insurance, personal accident and sickness insurance are NOT automatically included. 11. THE Organising Agents reserve the right to cancel or abandon the tour. In such event, any monies paid will be refunded, less any expenses, disbursements or other commitments incurred on behalf of the passengers, and in such event no further liabilities whatsoever will be accepted by the Organising Agents. The right is further reserved to modify the tour in any way that they deem advisable. In this event, the planned tour will not be proceeded with unless a minimum number of passengers (at the discretion of the Organising Agents) participate. 12. TOURS are planned on the twin bedded rooms and where for reasons beyond their control, the Organising Agents cannot accommodate any participant on this basis, the passenger will be obliged to pay the supplement for a single room unless he/she can arrange with two other passengers of the same sex to share with them a three-bedded room. In the event of a three-bedded room being used, the tariff for twin-bedded accommodation will apply. 13. THE Organising Agents reserve the right to change the sequence of sightseeing events. 14. PARTICIPATION shall confirm that the participant has read and accepted the Notice to all Participants and confirm that his/her participation shall be subject to all such terms and conditions.

5 Registration Form PAGE FIVE Valid only after receipt of full deposit by JOY! Tra Tour leader: Jackie Georgiou Departure date: May Day Cruise MSC Musica Applicant: 1. Surname 2. Firstnames (AS ON PASSPORT NO NICKNAMES) 3. Nick name 4. I.D.Number 5. Passport number 6. Expiring date 7. Date issued 8. Postal address Code 9. Cellphone Traling with (list name) 12. Emergency Contact Name in SA (not traling with you) 13. Emergency Contact Number in SA (not traling with you) 14. Tra Insurance required through us at R440pp? (yes or no) I hereby enclose my deposit of R pp being the registration fees for the above persons. I confirm that we have read and accepted the Notice to all Participants. Cash payments must be handed in at the office, or a cash handling fee 2% must be added. Payment made to: ABSA JOY Tra; ; Code: ; Rondebosch Ref : JOY Cruise and Surname passport copy, complete registration form & proof of payment to info@joytra.co.za Date Signature JOY!