ABOARD THE S.S. JOIE DE VIVRE

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1 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF D-DAY ABOARD THE S.S. JOIE DE VIVRE April 28 through May 5, 2019 *with a pre-cruise optional extension in Paris

2 THE NATIONAL SOCIETY OF THE COLONIAL DAMES OF AMERICA 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF D-DAY Paris to Normandy ABOARD THE S.S. JOIE DE VIVR NSCDA s 75th Anniversary of D-Day Tour, commemorating the Allied invasion of Normandy, promises to be a memorable occasion in many ways. With the number of WWII veterans decreasing rapidly, it may be one of the last times we are able to share their heroic experiences in the exact places that witnessed their bravery. You will walk the sands of Omaha Beach stirred by the memories of the young men who came ashore under fire in June of 1944, then visit the town squares, woods and fields where the paratroopers landed in the predawn hours on 6 June. We will honor and pay tribute to our fallen heroes at the American Cemetery. Cruise from Paris through Normandy s countryside, uncovering its many charms: Richard the Lionheart s Chateau Gaillard, the medieval capital of Rouen, Monet s beloved home in Giverny and the famed Normandy beaches as well as Bayeux and the Bayeux Tapestry. We will experience a different side of Northern France s history with a choice to tour two majestic palaces, Versailles, once home to Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, or Château de Malmaison, once home to Napoleon s first empress, Josephine. This year, Uniworld s newest Ship S.S. Joie de Vivre will bring the joy of living to the rivers of France. Step aboard your floating pied-à-terre in France, featuring handcrafted furniture and fine antiques, original artwork, and signature accents inspired by 20th-century Parisian design from the Golden Twenties to the free-spirited Sixties, all blending seamlessly with modern conveniences.

3 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF D-DAY PARIS TO NORMANDY ABOARD THE S.S. JOIE DE DAY 1: Paris (Embark) Arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship. DAY 2: La Roche-Guyon, Vernon (Giverny) Today is a celebration of Northern France s natural beauty, with an excursion to a splendid chateau and painted dozens of times to the cross marking to spot where Joan of Arc was martyred, Rouen is a treasure trove for the culturally curious. The medieval capital of Normandy, Rouen has managed to preserve much of its historic core, despite being turned into a battlefield numerous times. The roll call of famous people who lived or died in Rouen is long and varied Richard the Lionheart, Joan of Arc, Gustave Flaubert and Claude Monet are among them. ** NSCDA exclusive: An additional D-Day excursion will be available today. DAY 4: Caudebec-en-Caux (Honfleur or Étretat) Honfleur is a port and fishing town on the coast of Normandy, in northern France, sitting on the mouth of the Seine River and directly across from La Havre. Honfleur escaped major damage from World War II and D-Day in particular, is five centuries older than La Havre, and is noted as one of Normandy's most picturesque and historic coastal towns. gardens situated in an equally grand setting, plus a chance to immerse yourself in the very landscapes that inspired Impressionist master Claude Monet. Visit the hilltop Chateau La Roche-Guyon, surrounded by beautiful gardens and offering sweeping views over the Seine. Later, you can visit the home and gardens of Impressionist master Claude Monet the inspiration for many of his most beloved works. Or, take in the beautiful French countryside in a more invigorating way, with a guided bike ride from Vernon to Giverny. DAY 3: Rouen (Normandy Beaches) Walk in the footsteps of greatness in Normandy s medieval capital, a city with a historic quarter that remains amazingly intact. From the cathedral Monet Playing golf on a river cruise? This delightfully unexpected excursion a Uniworld exclusive features a dramatic links course set atop Normandy s Alabaster Coast or stroll through seaside Honfleur, captured on canvas by generations of artists. Caudebec, a lovely little town on a serene loop of the Seine, is your base for one of two very different excursions. You could drive through the beautiful Calvados countryside to Honfleur, a delightful seaside harbor and city of painters, or head to the windy cliffs of Étretat for a game of golf. DAY 5: Rouen (Normandy Beaches) The Normandy coast will forever be associated with the Allies D-Day invasion, a day that comes vividly to life today on an excursion to the beaches of Or

4 THE NATIONAL SOCIETY OF THE COLONIAL DAMES OF AMERICA DAY 8: Paris (Disembark) Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport for your flight home. UNIWORLD'S S.S. JOIE DE VIVRE travel even further into the past with an up-close look at the thousand-year-old Bayeux Tapestry, depicting the Norman conquest. Immerse yourself in the tactics, desperate courage and horrendous human cost of the 1944 Allied invasion of France, the first step in the ultimately victorious land campaign against the Third Reich. It began here, on these Norman beaches, each of which was assigned a code name by the Allies as they planned their attack. DAY 6: Mantes-la-Jolie (Versailles) How did France s rulers live over the centuries? Step Uniworld s newest Super Ship S.S. Joie de Vivre brings the joy of living to the rivers of France. Step aboard your floating piedà-terre in France, featuring handcrafted furniture and fine antiques, original artwork, and signature accents inspired by 20thcentury Parisian design from the Golden Twenties to the free-spirited Sixties, all blending seamlessly with modern conveniences. into the private rooms of either the Palace of Versailles, the lavish palace built by the Sun King, or Château de Malmaison, home to Napoleon Bonaparte s Empress Josephine, to find out. DAY 7: Paris Whether you re a first-time visitor to the City of Light or you ve been here many times before, there s something for everyone today in Paris. Enjoy a panoramic overview of the city, join a local expert for a walk through two much-loved neighborhoods, or pedal your way along the Left Bank, a fresh and fun way to take in the sights.

5 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF D-DAY PARIS TO NORMANDY ABOARD THE S.S. JOIE DE INCLUDED FEATURES DINING ACCOMMODATIONS All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners Captain s Welcome and Farewell Receptions Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, and mineral water EXCURSIONS 7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on Uniworld s newest Super Ship-the S.S. Joie de Vivre Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites have handcrafted Savoir of England beds, highthread count 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow options Free Internet and Wi-Fi access EXPERIENCES 6 days of excursions, including Choice Is Yours options, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts Guided "Go Active," "Do as the Locals Do" and "Gentle Walking" programs State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions Use of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks One country: France One UNESCO World Heritage Site Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager All transfers on arrival and departure days All gratuities, both onboard and onshore Captivating onboard local entertainment Cultural enrichment, including a Signature Lecture: The Seine River in Impressionist Paintings

6 THE NATIONAL SOCIETY OF THE COLONIAL DAMES OF AMERICA January 6 through January 20, 2019 FARES GRAND SUITE $ per person double occupancy DELUXE FRENCH BALCONY $ per person double occupancy CLASSIC STATEROOM $ per person double occupancy SUITE $ per person double occupancy FRENCH BALCONY $ per person double occupancy In addition to cruise fares there is a port charge of $ Fares are per person, double occupancy. January 6 through January 20, 2019 DECK PLAN

7 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF D-DAY PARIS TO NORMANDY ABOARD THE S.S. JOIE DE GENERAL INFORMATION, TERMS, AND CONDITIONS PARIS Included in your 3-day stay: NSCDA exclusive: WWII Scholar who will provide a deeper understanding of the events that led to D Day and the individual stories of the soldiers, while telling the stories of how America became a part of the global struggle, how the country shaped it s outcome and in turn how the war reshaped the nation. 2 nights at the Hotel du Louvre (or similar) Breakfast daily and all gratuities, service charges, taxes and porterage Opera Garnier walking discovery tour English-speaking expert All transfers of unexpected events while on your trip. Additional insurance is available to include the cost of your airfare. Please contact Connoisseurs Tours if you would like to insure the cost of your airline tickets after you have purchased your airline tickets. YOUR TRIP PRICES: All fares are per guest in U.S. Dollars based on double occupancy unless otherwise noted. Fares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice. Availability of all suite categories cannot be guaranteed. Fares for single guests are available upon request. RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENTS: A deposit of $ per person is due for Classic, French Balcony and Deluxe French Balcony Staterooms. A deposit of $ per person is due for Suites and Grand Suites. Final payment is due at least 120 days prior to departure. Reservations will be canceled if final payment is not received in a timely manner. *Pricing is not available until July Connoisseurs Tours requires /Medical Protection. Cancellation Protection is strongly recommended. Traveling is a big investment. It pays to protect yourself against unforeseen circumstances that can result in trip cancellation and additional expenses such as costs related to medical emergencies. Travel Medical Protection is mandatory for all NSCDA international journeys and will be automatically added to your invoice. The per person cost for the mandatory International Medical Protection is $21.00 per person. This Travel Insured Protection Plan is specifically designed to provide you with peace of mind knowing you are protected against the financial impact ITEMS NOT INCLUDED IN THE PUBLISHED PRICE: These include, but are not limited to, airfares to and from your destination except where specified; airport/departure taxes; port charges; excess baggage charges; aircraft seat assignments; cost of passports and visas; taxes; laundry; phone calls; all items of a personal nature; items not included on regular menus; spirits and wine in certain destinations (please refer to complimentary beverage program); meals not detailed in the itinerary; expenses for additional sightseeing not specified in the itinerary; and health, accident, baggage, or travel protection plans. COMPLIMENTARY BEVERAGE PROGRAM Europe: Unlimited beverages onboard including fine wines, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks and mineral water. GRATUITIES Europe: Gratuities for onboard and onshore personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/ Tour Manager, local experts, drivers) are included on all itineraries in Europe, both

8 THE NATIONAL SOCIETY OF THE COLONIAL DAMES OF AMERICA during the cruise or cruise/tour as well as on any preor post-cruise land extensions. CANCELLATION NOTICE RECEIVED CANCELLATION CHARGES BEFORE TOUR START DATE PER PERSON 120 days or more $500 per person for cruise/tour days 30% of the fare days 50% of the fare 59-to day of departure 100% of the fare 30 days 100% of the fare AIRPORT/SHIP TRANSFERS: There may be a waiting period between transfers of 2 hours or more unless private car transfers have been purchased. Private car transfers are only available on the cruise or cruise/ tour start/end dates. If your flight arrangements arrive/ depart outside of these parameters, you must make your own transfer arrangements. MAKING YOUR OWN FLIGHT ARRANGEMENTS: Should you elect to make your own flight arrangements, Uniworld will provide complimentary scheduled group transfers to/from the ship/hotel as long as your flights arrive/depart in the cruise or cruise/tour starting/ending cities in accordance with the dates shown in this brochure, and your flight arrangements comply with the Transfer Guidelines as shown below. If your flight arrangements arrive/depart outside of these parameters, you must make your own transfer arrangements. Uniworld will not be responsible for missed transfers due to delayed or cancelled flights, or for missed cruise/trip days, or for extra costs resulting from the foregoing. To qualify for transfers, it is required that flight information and pretrip arrangements for all passengers making their own flight arrangements be given to Uniworld no later than forty-five (45) days prior to departure and conform to the Transfer Guidelines in the following box. TRANSFER GUIDELINES: Flights must arrive/ depart within the following time limits: ARRIVAL DEPARTURE Arrival guidelines for the program listed below are 5am 3:30pm Paris & Normandy (Paris to Paris) consisting of certain travel services on the cruise ships ( Vessels ) or other modes of transport ( Transport ). Uniworld does not own or operate any of the Vessels/ Transport. The owners, operators and charterers ( Suppliers ) of the Vessels/Transport are independent of Uniworld. Uniworld makes no representations or warranties concerning the Suppliers or the Vessels/ Transport. We assume no liability for any acts or omissions of any Supplier including, without limitation, those involving cancellation of tours/cruises, schedule changes, rerouting, delays, damage to or loss of baggage, property damage, equipment failures, accidents, death or injuries to persons regardless of cause, whether or not services are tendered or transportation provided is arranged through Uniworld. Accordingly, you will not have any right to claim or recover against Uniworld as a consequence of any negligent or willful act or failure to act of any Suppliers or the condition or operation of any Vessel/ Transport. Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, the liabilities and obligations of the Suppliers to you and your rights against the Suppliers, are subject to any and all terms and conditions of the Suppliers contract of carriage and any and all governmental/jurisdictional laws and regulations bearing upon or otherwise relating to such rights, liabilities and obligations, including, without limitation, choice of law, jurisdiction of disputes, limitations of liability and limitations on the time to file claims. By utilizing the travel services of the Suppliers, you agree that you will look to such Suppliers for any accident, death, injury, property damage, or personal loss to you or to those traveling with you, and that neither Uniworld, Connoisseurs Tours, NSCDA nor any representative of Uniworld, Connoisseurs Tours and NSCDA shall have any liability whatsoever. NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Call or Connoisseurs Tours for more information: Dames@ConnoisseursTours.com RESPONSIBILITY AND WAIVER: The responsibility of Uniworld River Cruises, Inc., Connoisseurs Tours and NSCDA ( Uniworld ) is strictly limited. Uniworld promotes and sells tour programs