Cruises & Tours by Nez Film Sea. June 9 16, Night Alaska (Inside Passage)

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1 Cruises & Tours by Nez Film Sea June 9 16, Night Alaska (Inside Passage) Princess Cruise Line Golden Princess Departing from Seattle, Washington 1

2 Cruises & Tours by Nez Cordially invites you to join Film Sea aboard 7-Night Alaska: Sailing Sunday, June 9, 2013 Ports: Seattle, Washington Juneau, Alaska Skagway, Alaska Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska (Scenic Cruising) Ketchikan, Alaska Victoria, British Columbia Seattle, Washington 2

3 Cruises & Tours by Nez Cordially invites you to join Film Sea aboard 7-Night Alaska: Sailing Sunday, June 9, 2013 Ports: Seattle, Washington Juneau, Alaska Skagway, Alaska Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska (Scenic Cruising) Ketchikan, Alaska Victoria, British Columbia Seattle, Washington Category Options (Includes Cruise Rate Only) Category Deck 1 st /2 nd Guest ID Inside Stateroom Deck 9 $1, per person OF Oceanview Stateroom Deck 5 $1, per person BD Balcony Stateroom Deck 9 $1, per person MB Mini Suite w/balcony Deck 9 $2, per person 3 rd /4 th Rates available upon request Optional Fees: Travel Insurance ($80.72), Transfers ($58.00), Gratuities ($80.50) Estimated roundtrip airfare: $ per person Required Deposits & Due Dates 1 st Deposit $ per person Aug 1, nd Deposit $ per person Oct 1, rd Deposit $ per person Dec 1, 2012 Final Payment Feb 15, 2013 A monthly payment plan is highly recommended, but not required *Price is in U.S. Dollars, is based on two people staying in the same stateroom, and includes port charges, and government taxes, as well as fuel supplements. Price does not include a non-refundable $25.00 processing fee. All offers are for selected dates only, are subject to availability, are limited and apply to new bookings only. Your exact price depends on the time of the actual booking. Additional restrictions may apply. All prices and dates may not be available at the time of booking. Passengers receiving special rates based on residency or age will be required to show a government-issued form of identification (passport, or birth certificate and driver's license) at the pier to validate state of residency or age prior to boarding the cruise ship. 3

4 Ship Information Sister ship to the Grand Princess, the Golden Princess is truly a "city at sea." Weighing in at 109,000 tons, the ship offers a wide array of amenities and attractions. For example, three different showrooms offer Broadway, Las Vegas and cabaret productions and passengers can enjoy outdoor movies with Movies Under the Stars. Three main dining rooms are complemented by alternative eateries like Sabatini's Trattoria, The Painted Desert and a 'round-the-clock grill. When it comes to activities, no one is left out. Golf simulators, a virtual reality area, a fine arts gallery, computer and writing rooms, a gym and spa all offer the recreation -- or relaxation -- you're looking for. Kids and teens have their own hangouts with TVs, video games and age-appropriate activities. For adults, there is The Sanctuary, an adults-only retreat. Jump in one of the four pools or nine whirlpools for a workout swim or to just take in some rays. When the sun sets, head to the 13,500-square-foot casino, one of the 17 lounges or Skywalker's Nightclub for dancing 15 decks above the sea. More than 700 staterooms feature private balconies. 4

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11 Port Details Seattle, Washington The bustling Washington port known as the "The Emerald City" is both a culturally rich metropolis and a gateway to beautiful natural attractions. In the shadows of the widely recognized Space Needle, the Seattle Center is home to the city's sports arena and many museums and theaters. The lively Pike Place Market and the mammoth "Hammering Man" sculpture are downtown must-sees. Visitors also flock to the waterfront for fresh seafood, the Harbor Steps park or to board a ferry bound for Puget Sound. Seattle is served by both the Bell Street Pier Cruise Terminal and Terminal 91 Ketchikan, Alaska Ketchikan is known as Alaska's "First City" because it's the first major community travelers come to as they journey north. Located on an island, Ketchikan began life as an Indian fishing camp. The name Ketchikan comes from a Tlingit phrase that means "eagle with spread-out wings," a reference to a waterfall near town. In the early 1900s, when gold was Alaska's claim to fame, fishing and timber industries were established in Ketchikan. The growth of these industries helped make this Inside Passage port Alaska's fourth-largest city. Visitors to Ketchikan will be intrigued by its rich Native heritage, which includes the world's oldest collection of totem poles at Totem Heritage Center. The Haida, Tlingit and Tsimshian are all a part of the city's colorful history. Ketchikan, with its abundance of salmon, is also a sportfishing paradise. Sightseers will be impressed with both the scenic town and its surroundings, especially Misty Fjords National Monument. 11

12 Port Details Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska (Scenic Cruising) Named after Civil War general Benjamin Franklin Tracy, this narrow fjord is located approximately 50 miles southeast of Juneau. Breathtaking Tracy Arm extends over 30 miles long, with nearly a quarter of its area covered in ice. In fact, it encompasses some of Alaska's largest glaciers, including the twin Sawyer glaciers, which often expel enormous chunks of ice into the waters below in a magnificent process known as calving. During the summer when Princess ships visit, icebergs float along the surface of the glistening water in an array of sizes, from just a few inches up to three stories wide. Protected within the Tongass National Forest, Tracy Arm Fjord is a haven for wildlife. Black and brown bears, deer, wolves, harbor seals, mountain goats and a variety of seabirds have been spotted in the area. As you glide through the pristine fjord, you'll first pass by a lush forest where a number of beautiful waterfalls cascade down, and then you'll be treated to views of snowcapped mountains and blue-tinged glaciers more spectacular than you could ever imagine. Juneau, Alaska In 1880, it was slow going for Joe Juneau and Richard Harris as they searched for gold with the help of Native guides. After climbing mountains, forging streams and facing countless difficulties, they found nuggets "as large as beans. From their discovery came three of the largest gold mines in the world. By the end of World War II, more than $150 million in gold had been mined. Eventually the mines closed, but the town Joe Juneau founded became the capital of Alaska and the business of gold was replaced by the business of government. Some 30,000 people live in Juneau. Its total area makes it one of the biggest towns, in size, in the world. Only Kiruna, Sweden, and Sitka, Alaska, exceed Juneau's 3,248 square miles. Today Juneau is famous not only for gold and government but also for its breathtakingly beautiful glaciers and stunning views of both water and mountains. 12

13 Port Details Skagway, Alaska Skagway was the gateway to the gold fields for the thousands who flocked to Alaska and the Yukon with the hope of striking it rich. Skagway may have boasted the shortest route to the Klondike, but it wasn't the easiest. Over 100 years ago, the White Pass route through the Coast Mountains and the shorter but steeper Chilkoot Trail were used by countless stampeders. Many a would-be miner perished on the treacherous Chilkoot Trail. The gold rush was a boon and by 1898, Skagway was Alaska's largest town with a population of about 20,000. Hotels, saloons, dance halls and gambling houses prospered. But when the gold yield dwindled in 1900, so did the population as miners quickly shifted to new finds in Nome. Today, Skagway has less than 1,000 residents. It still retains the flavor of the gold rush era. Victoria, British Columbia Victoria exudes old-world charm and fragrant and colorful flowers are everywhere. Founded in 1843 by James Douglas of the Hudson's Bay Company, the city was first known as Fort Victoria. By 1848, Vancouver Island was a British colony and Victoria was its capital. In 1858, Victoria was a tent city and the base for some 25,000 prospectors on their way to the Frasier River gold fields. When Vancouver Island was incorporated with mainland British Columbia in 1868, Victoria became the capital of the entire province. Although it's a port city, Victoria is not as industrially oriented as Vancouver. The harbors, especially Inner Harbour, are dotted with pleasure craft, ferries and floatplanes. The city is renowned for its beautiful gardens, charming houses and very British feel. 13

14 Ship Photos Horizon Court Sabatini s Players Bar Wheelhouse Bar Photo Gallery Princess Theater Library Vista Lounge Aces Card Room Calypso Reef & Pool Explorer s Lounge Pizzeria Self-Service Laundromat Night Club Teen Center Casino Lotus Spa Pool Plantation Spa 14

15 Thank you for giving me an opportunity to serve you. Points to Ponder as you decide on your ideal cabin category. 1. My goal is to serve you with a spirit of excellence at no extra charge. 2. Your complete satisfaction is my sincere desire and I will be available to answer any questions and/or concerns. Further note that the prices quoted is not inclusive of: Cancellation Insurance; Air Fare; Transfers or Gratuities. For additional questions, please feel free to contact the following: Inez Wright Zena M. Walker Owner/CEO Travel Specialist