Published exclusively for members of The Classic Club at Central Bank FEBRUARY September 8-13, Michigan and the Grand Hotel

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1 Published exclusively for members of The Classic Club at Central Bank FEBRUARY 2018 September 8-13, 2018 Michigan and the Grand Hotel

2 2017 has been a busy year. As we put together all the group photos from the past 4 or 5 months, we all took a step back and were amazed at how many wonderful places we have traveled as well as how many new friends that we have traveled with. Of course the best part of travel is all the beautiful memories that we continue to make with each of you is also going to be incredible as we travel far and wide to exotic destinations but also we have more great trips close to home. You have asked for more short trips and this newsletter has several that we are all excited about and more in the works. Itineraries are ready for everything listed and we are still checking out places in the Greek Isles, Mediterranean and Asia. Just let us know if any of these places are on your bucket list. As always, just give us a call or send an if any in this newsletter are of interest to you or if you have new suggestions. We love to hear from you. Michigan and the Grand Hotel September 8-13, 2018 Experience the tradition of the Grand Hotel, located on northern Michigan s Mackinac Island. You will never forget the spectacular views from a rocking chair overlooking the Straits of Mackinac from the world s longest porch. The Grand Hotel is rich in history, a place where time moves at the pace of horse-drawn carriages and bicycles. Here, meals are an event and traditions such as Afternoon Tea in the Parlor and nightly dancing remain a noteworthy part of the guest experience. Unwind in the warm hospitality that has been charming guests since Each guest room is uniquely decorated and the hotel is recognized as one of the 500 World s Best Hotels and the Best Hotel in Michigan. There is so much more than the 2 nights at the Grand Hotel as we also spend a night at the Bavarian Inn in Frankenmuth, which is known as Michigan s Little Bavaria. One of the attractions is the World Famous Chicken Dinner and Wine Tasting and another is the World s largest Christmas Store. Bronner s is over- flowing with 50,000 trims and gifts and is the size of one and a half football fields. On this tour, we also stop at Notre Dame Campus, which was founded in The gilden Golden Dome and statue of Mary atop the Main Building stands in the middle of 1250 acres with exquisite outdoor sculpture and breathtaking views. Holland, Michigan is a city on the shore of Lake Macatawa and the much-photographed Big Red Lighthouse stands by the channel. September is the perfect time to pick up tulip bulbs when we visit the Veldheer s Tulip Gardens. They plant over 5.5 million bulbs each year. Another stop is the De Klomp Wooden Shoes. Try them on for size and watch the highly trained staff hand paint these beautiful shoes. So much to see and do on this amazing trip North to Michigan. Call for the complete itinerary and we can send to you. Jefferson City Kansas City Springfield A single moment can spark a lifetime of beautiful memories 2 Strong Roots. Endless Possibilities.

3 White Mountain Inn in New Hampshire AUGUST 24-SEPTEMBER DAY CRUISE, THEN 6 NIGHTS ON LAND! SEPTEMBER 29, 2018 OCTOBER 4, 2018 SPACE IS LIMITED! Call today to reserve your spot! A Classic Favorite returns! In the fall of 2014, we took over 80 Classic members to the White Mountain Hotel to witness the scenic beauty of the White Mountains in person! The trip was a huge success and while we have done variations of our original tour, we still get monthly requests to return to the White Mountain Hotel for that same 4-night itinerary that started it all was such a hit with Classic members! So, mark your calendars for September 29th! We will spend the night at an airport hotel before flying out early the following morning for a 4-night stay at the White Mountain Hotel! ALASKA CRUISETOUR Join Classic for the Voyage of the Glaciers cruise from Vancouver to Whittier (Anchorage) with call on the ports of Ketchikan, Juneau and Skagway as well as scenic cruising through Glacier Bay and College Fjord! Once you disembark the ship, you ll board the train to Talkeetna to start your 6-night land adventure with an afternoon arrival to the Mt. McKinley Denali Princess Lodge for 2 nights. This great tour also includes 2 nights at Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge featuring the Natural History Tour in Denali National Park plus 2 nights in Fairbanks for your chance to take a gold dredge tour and Sternwheeler tour. Call today to get the complete itinerary and pricing! The hotel is great, the tours are fun and interesting, but the enticing aspect of this trip is the regional food! You will have 4 breakfasts, a lunch and 4 dinners ordered off the menu at their renowned Ledges Restaurant! Jefferson City Kansas City Springfield

4 ALL-AMERICAN ADVENTURE ON THE AMERICAN DUCHESS AUGUST 19-27, 2018 There s never been a better time to rediscover America and the American Queen Steamboat Company has the perfect way to explore the heartland of our great nation aboard the grand American Duchess, the largest most opulent riverboat in the world. PANAMA CANAL January 18-29, 2019 Sailing roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale Including Gatun Locks and Gatun Lake Colon, Panama Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands A MAN-MADE MARVEL It's one of man's greatest engineering marvels - the mighty Panama Canal. Completed in 1914, the Canal cuts through 51 miles of Central American jungle, including the sheer granite of the Continental Divide. This exciting voyage features stops in the Cayman islands, Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica and Jamaica. River Cruising is a unique blend of American beauty and history, acclaimed cuisine, lively showboat-style entertainment, and the adventure of exploring Mark Twain s riverside America. You will discover a side of our country that few ever see, from the indescribable perspective of the river. So step on board and experience America in style as the American Duchess takes you on a journey that you will never forget. You will start your adventure as you travel to Chicago by Motorcoach and overnight at the Drake Hotel (or similar). On day two, you board the Duchess and take a tour of Ottawa, which is located at the confluence of the Illinois and Fox River. Home to the site of the first Lincoln-Douglass debate. This town is full of rich American history. Next stop is Peoria, which is the largest city on the Illinois River and the oldest European settlement in Illinois. Founded in 180 by French explorers. Havana, Illinois is the next stop where you will enjoy nature and history bluffs in this scenic port. You will enjoy a day of River Cruising and take in all the amenities of the American Duchess. Then a great stop in Hannibal and relive the era of Mark Twain. Last tour is of Alton, where you will enjoy the history but also the prominent limestone bluffs along the Mississippi River. Last stop will be St. Louis where we disembark. This trip includes 7 nights on the American Duchess with all meals included, wine and beer at dinner each evening, all tours on the Hop on Hop off buses which follow the River Boat, all gratuities, 1 night in Chicago and the motor coach to Chicago and home from St. Louis. Call for a detailed itinerary. 4 Strong Roots. Endless Possibilities.

5 MARITIMES COASTAL WONDERS OCTOBER 3-13, 2018 Join us as we uncover the treasures of the Canadian Maritimes. From the rugged Cabot Trail to the amazing Fundy tides, fun and adventure awaits. Marvel at the incredible views at Nova Scotia s Peggy s Cove. See the four-story high flowerpot-shaped Hopewell Rocks and savor a traditional Maritimes lobster feast. In Prince Edward Island, visit the Anne of Green Gables Museum and learn about potato farming. Immerse yourself in the region s Gaelic heritage. Be inspired by the many inventions of Alexander Graham Bell at his museum. Travel along the striking Lighthouse Route. Board a fishing boat at the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic and learn to shuck scallops. Don t miss the rugged beaches, picturesque fishing villages, and rich seafaring history of this amazing region. Elvis BLUE Christmas DECEMBER 4-6, 2019 Join your Classic friends as we have a special Blue Christmas Party at Graceland. We will enjoy the Elvis Mansion tour where we see the Lights of Graceland much as it would have looked on Christmas Eve when the family lived here. We will enjoy the Elvis Blue Christmas Dinner Show at Minglewood Hall. We also have a Memphis MoJo Tour with a musician tour guide showing us the sights of the city while we rock on down the road. Visit Sun Studio - the birthplace of Rock n Roll and walk the halls where Elvis, Jerry Lee, Johnny, Carl Perkins and a hundred others made music. So much excitement in this three day 2 night Christmas Tour. Jefferson City Kansas City Springfield

6 PARIS NORMANDY October 22 November 1, 2018 Join your Classic friends on this two nights in Paris and then a 7 night river cruise on the ms AmaLyra. Paris always sizzles while Normandy beckons with its stunning coastline, incredible food and artistic beauty. Monet s Gardens in Giverny; Rouen s Cathedral of Notre Dame; and the charming harbor town of Honfleur, will inspire you the same way as they inspired the great impressionists. You will get to see some of these very places and landmarks that the impressionist Masers captured on canvas at the Musee d Orsay. For an inspiration of a different kind, travel the Routes des Abbayes, visiting some of the most magnificient monasteries, and to the unforgettable beaches of Normandy where Allied forces landed during WWII s D-Day invasion. Relive the grandeur of royalty at Chateau Malmaison, the former home of Napoleon and Josephine Bonaparte, and at Chateau de Bizy, once referred to as the Versailles of Normandy. Blend a passion for the good life with culture, art, architecture and timeless landscapes, and you have Northern France. All this and so much more on this exciting river cruise in France. 6 Strong Roots. Endless Possibilities.

7 Upcoming 2019 TOURS Alpine Lakes and Scenic Trains SEPTEMBER 17-26, 2018 Cruise Lake Como, stroll the lakeside boulevards of Lucerne and St. Moritz and journey through the Bernina Pass on one of the world s most scenic railways. You will enjoy stunning alpine views on the GoldenPass panoramic train, soak up the mountain air with two nights in the alpine village of Zermatt and enjoy the Swiss Paradise on Lake Lucerne. You will savor a wine and cheese pairing at an Italian family farm and relish a traditional dinner on the Isola del Pescatori in Italy s Lago Maggiore. All this and so much more on this scenic trip to Switzerland and Italy. Call for a day by day itinerary. This could be you! GREEK ISLES MEDITERRANEAN ASIA Jefferson City Kansas City Springfield

8 Post Office Box 779 Jefferson City, MO Jefferson City Kansas City Springfield/Branson PRE-SORT STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID Jefferson City, MO Permit #337 Don t worry, you will still get to see the main attractions, but we plan to take you to different areas of the Windy City that you didn t even know you were missing! Fall To be announced If you are interested in getting away from the touristy side of Chicago, this is the trip for you! We are putting the final touches on this completely customized tour as we go to print, so call today to get your detailed itinerary! Chicago Behind the scenes and off the beaten path