April 15 April 22, 2019 On the newly- built Ama Kristina

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1 Hello Everyone here it is you have been waiting for VIPP TULIP TIME Adventure Even if you have been here it s time to enjoy it again with different ports! April 15 April 22, 2019 On the newly- built Ama Kristina Join the Pauls for a beautiful, flower filled and fun filled River Cruise! Celebrate spring in the Netherlands (Holland) and Belgium when the Keukenhof Gardens and Floralia come alive. Experience Amsterdam s colorful canals, the whimsical Kinderdijk windmills and the art of Rubens and Michelangelo. Discover the timeless traditions of Delft porcelain and revel in the medieval architectural treasures of Bruges, Middelburg and Ghent. Throughout your journey indulge in Belgian chocolates, warm waffles and delicious cheeses all while savoring the storybook atmosphere of the region. AMSTERDAM to AMSTERDAM Remember: All Shore Excursions are INCLUDED in your Riverboat Adventure! Indicated below in italics. Day 1 EMBARKATION AMSTERDAM Optional package: Arrive 2 days earlier in Amsterdam? Board your luxurious river cruise ship. Often called the Venice of the North, Amsterdam is one of Europe s loveliest cosmopolitan cities with a captivating beauty and a uniquely enduring charm. Enjoy a wonderful dinner (with wine) onboard your first night and meet your fellow passengers and the friendly crew.

2 Day 2 HOORN Visit to a family-run Tulip & Bulb Farm and fields OR Hoorn walking tour and Dutch East India replica ship visit OR Dutch countryside bike tour Enjoy a scenic cruise through the Ijsselmeer to Hoorn, where you have a choice of three excursions. Visit a family-run tulip farm with over one million tulips, each in different phases of growth and in many species and colors. Or, for those seeking to travel back in time, you can tour De Halve Maen, a replica of the Dutch East India Company s most famous ship and then stroll through Hoorn s beautiful old harbor. For more active adventurers, go for a guided bike ride through the Dutch countryside. Day 3 DELTA and MIDDLEBURG Scenic cruising of Delta Middelburg walking tour OR Delta Works visit OR Middelburg Bike ride After enjoying a scenic cruise through the Delta, you can explore medieval Middelburg, which was the second largest trading city of the Dutch East India Company. Or, if you feel like exploring the city on two wheels, a guided bike ride is the perfect choice. Alternatively, you may venture off to the Delta Works storm surge barrier, an impressive series of dams and Dutch hydraulic engineering. More than half of the Netherlands lies below sea level and the Delta Works were built to prevent a recurrence of the 1953 flood disaster. Day 4 GHENT (Belgium) - Highlights of Ghent and Bruges OR Ghent walking tour and free time OR Belgian chocolate workshop OR Full-day Bruges and Church of Our Lady There are several choices of excursions, depending on your interests. For those who wish to discover two medieval cities, Ghent and Bruges, you ll wish to go on a highlights tour. Admire Ghent s canal-side architecture and some of its famous sights, including the Castle of the Counts and Ghent Cathedral, and then visit Bruges, one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe. Alternatively, you may go on a full-day excursion to Bruges, which includes a visit to the Church of Our Lady, home to the beautiful Carrara marble Madonna and Child sculpture by Michelangelo. Those more inclined to learn about the art of Belgian chocolate making can join a master chocolatier as he shares his insights. And for those who wish to enjoy more free time, join a walking tour of Ghent, followed by leisure time.

3 Day 5 ANTWERP (Belgium) So much to do here! Belgian chocolate, beer and waffle tasting! Walking tour and Cathedral visit OR Floralia Flower Show OR Rubens House OR Antwerp bike tour Explore this trendy city on a walking tour where you ll see Antwerp s Steen Castle, Grote Market and Brabo Fountain, along with the UNESCO-designated Cathedral of Our Lady. For a more active exploration of the area, join a guided bike tour. Or you can visit the Rubens House, the former home of the famous 17th-century Flemish Baroque painter. Later in the afternoon, you have a choice of two excursions. Foodies will want to go on a culinary tour to indulge in chocolate, waffles and beer. Flower lovers and gardeners can roam through the Floralia, an annual spring flower show featuring approximately one million bulbs that are handplanted each year by the castle staff. Day 6 ROTTERDAM Rotterdam tour, the Hague and Gouda excursion Kinderdijk UNESCO Windmills OR The Best of Delft excursion OR Rotterdam architectural bike tour During the morning, you can go on a walking tour of Rotterdam, nicknamed the "Gateway to Europe, followed by a visit to the charming city of Gouda, known for its delicious cheese. Alternatively, go on an excursion to Delft, known as the home of the painter Johannes Vermeer, Delft Blue earthenware and the Royal House. While here, you ll visit the Royal Delft Porcelain Factory and Museum. Prefer a more active adventure, then go on a bike ride through Rotterdam and past some of its famous landmarks and architecture. In the afternoon, venture to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kinderdijk, a lovely village renowned for having the country s greatest concentration of windmills, all dating from the 18th century

4 Day 7 AMSTERDAM The day everyone has been waiting for! KEUKENHOF GARDENS excursion! We can t begin to describe the area and the fabulous gardens! One of the most impressive public gardens in the world, Keukenhof, presents a spectacular display of millions of flowering tulips and other flowers spread out over 70 acres. Spend time ambling through this legendary garden, open only nine weeks a year and sometimes referred to as the "Garden of Europe." Later in the day, admire Amsterdam s historic harbor and canals, where you ll see beautiful homes lining the water, the fabled Skinny Bridge and the Anne Frank House. Day 8 AMSTERDAM Disembarkation Amsterdam Canal Cruise Depart for your flight home or continue on with us for another European Adventure to be announced. AMA Kristina: Keep in mind there are only 164 passengers on this ship it is very well designed and brings an air of distinctive elegance to the river. Inspired by luxury yachts and designed specifically to maximize the enjoyment of every guest, the AmaKristina introduced in 2017, provides a distinctive river cruise experience. Relax in spacious, elegantly appointed staterooms. Most accommodations have twin balconies, both a French and outside balcony, so you can enjoy the ever changing scenery however you wish. Additional stateroom amenities include: Entertainment On Demand featuring free high speed Internet access Wi Fi, movies Music and English language TV stations Climate controlled air conditioning Marble bathroom enjoy multi jet showerheads Soothing bath and body products Robes and hair dryers On the Sun Deck, enjoy a dip in the heated pool, as well as a refreshing beverage at the swim up bar. The stunning Main Lounge provides an exhilarating backdrop for meeting your fellow guests and enjoying

5 nightly entertainment. As a member of La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, the exclusive international culinary society, you'll be treated to exquisite, locally inspired cuisine, along with unlimited wine and beer with lunch and dinner. You'll also relish a variety of dining venues, including The Chef s Table specialty restaurant, featuring an exquisite tasting menu prepared right before your eyes. With a walking track on the Sun Deck, a fitness room and a fleet of onboard bicycles, as well as healthy menu choices, you ll have everything needed to stay active and healthy while sailing Europe s great rivers. If you haven t been riverboat cruising or been on AMA Waterways you are in for a real treat. They have some of the friendliest, most service oriented staff anywhere. Due to the small size of the ship you will almost feel like you are on a small private yacht! River Cruises might seem higher priced but do remember they also include: All your Shore Tours Fine dining including complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner Sip & Sale Happy Hour Cocktails Free internet, and so much more. Come see why avid travelers love Riverboat Cruising! Do keep in mind since there is limited cabin space, we do not hold a block of cabins as on our usual VIPP adventures everything is first come, first serve so call us asap if you are interested. Some categories are very limited. This special VIPP Adventure may be purchased as a 7 nt. cruise only or with the extra 2 nt. AMSTERDAM Hotel & Tour package included. The AMSTERDAM package includes 2 nts. deluxe Hotel accommodations, Transfers and City Tour in a very magical city! WHAT A FABULOUS ADVENTURE! Join us! On the Ama Kristina Fast facts: Only 164 passengers but crew of 51! 443 feet long, 38 feet wide, built in 2017 Deck plan: Notice no elevator on Piano or Sun deck!

6 Most Cabins feature twin balconies (both an Outside and a French balcony!) for Cat S, AA, AB, BA, BB French balcony for category C Cabins with fixed windows are in category D, E Category AA (French & Outside Balconies) - located on Violin Deck Category AB (French & Outside Balconies) - located on Cello Deck Each 235 sq ft. with twin balconies an Outdoor Balcony and a French Balcony

7 Category BA (French & Outside Balconies) - located on Violin Deck Category BB (French & Outside Balconies) - located on Cello Deck Each 210 sq ft. with twin balconies - an Outdoor Balcony and a French Balcony Category CA (French Balcony) - located on Violin or Cello decks Each 170 sq ft. Category CB (French Balcony) - located on Violin deck Each 155 sq ft Category D or E (High Fixed Window) located on Piano deck Each 160 sq ft. with windows

8 Stateroom amenities: In-room temperature control Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi Complimentary bottled water replenished daily Desk and chair Book now and save $250 / person! Category Deck Type 7 nt. Cruise Group Rate E Piano Fixed Window D Piano Fixed Window CB Cello French Balcony CA Violin or Cello French Balcony BB Cello Outside & French Balcony BA Violin Outside & French Balcony AB Cello Outside & French Balcony AA Violin Outside & French Balcony Suite Violin Outside & French Balcony Past Passenger on AMA Waterways? Ask about an additional discount! Deluxe 2 nt. AMSTERDAM pre-cruise package: $640 /pp (double) $940(single) Add Port Taxes: $182 / person As usual, we will be offering a VIPP airfare, transfers etc. Deposit (non refundable): $400 / person Final Payment due Jan. 4, 2019 Insurance: We strongly recommend the purchase of Travel Protection Insurance. If purchased within 10 days of reservation, it will include most pre existing conditions. (optional) CHECK ONLY. Depends on stateroom category/price: $264 $498 /person Return this form as soon as possible to the Hurst or Arlington agency. Call us at: SHIP (7447) Outside DFW area: or me Rita@PaulsCruises.com if you have any other questions!

9 VIPP Tulip Time Adventure - April 15 22, 2019 Full Name on Passport DOB Full Name on Passport DOB Address City, State ZIP Home phone Cell phone Have you cruised with AMA before? yes no Please reserve : Complete 9 day Adventure (Cruise + Amsterdam pre-hotel) 7 night Cruise Only I / We prefer /person Cash or Check (insurance must be check only) Credit card # Expires CSV Name on credit card Signed x Return to: Paul s Cruises & Travel-Hurst OR Paul s Cruises - Arlington 941 Melbourne Rd 5767 SW Green Oaks Hurst, TX Arlington, TX Outside DFW: