Pipes and Drums of Canada. Tour of Scotland. August 2018

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1 Pipes and Drums of Canada Tour of Scotland August 2018

2 Scotland Tour August 2018 No tour would be complete without attending the Edinburgh Tattoo. In planning we have tried to provide free time or time off from events. This will allow you time to visit with family, or sightseeing. There will be two tours available on your days off, which will be over and above the cost of this trip. These two tours are to the Trossicks and a Whiskey Tour. Prices will be available shortly. For those pipers, drummers and colour party planning to be with us in 2018, it is important that we maintain the same image and numbers throughout the tour. The numbers and size of band must remain the same for all events. We therefore ask for your understanding in that the commitment you make must be for all events. Ross Baxter Senior Pipe Major Chuck Penny Secretary Treasurer Travel Arrangements for the tour will be handled by: Travelworld of Collingwood Mary Ann Winterton, Travel Consultant / Owner 191 Hurontario St, Unit 5, Collingwood Plaza Collingwood Ontario L9Y 2M1 Phone Fax maryann@travelworld1.ca Any Questions, please diane@travelworld1.ca

3 Itinerary (subject to change) Tentative Dates August 19 th - Depart Canada August 20 th - Pick up at Glasgow Airport at 10:00 a.m. Drop off at Edinburgh first. (Arrival time may change). Free day to rest, unpack or explore August 21 st - Free Day Practice Day (B) August 22 nd - Berwick on Tweed: Arrive by 10:00 a.m. Leave for Edinburgh by 3:00 p.m. August 23 rd - Scone Palace & Perth. Arrive at Scone Palace by 10:00 a.m. Leave Scone Palace by 11:30 a.m. arriving shortly at Perth before noon where they will be hosting a luncheon at Bell Centre. After lunch we will be doing a parade and leaving Perth by 3:00 p.m. to return to University for evening Tattoo Performance. (Times to be advised) August 24 th - St. Andrews & Dunfermline. Arrive in St. Andrews by 10:00 a.m. Leave for Dunfermline by 1:00 p.m. where our Ceilidh will be held in the evening. Entertainment will be by the Frank Thompson Show Band. St. Andrews will be donating 400 pounds to supply us with tea and cake during our evening in Dunfermline. Coaches return to Edinburgh and sent back for midnight pick up August 25 th - Dumfries. Arrive in Dumfries by 10:00 a.m. where they will be hosting the group for a luncheon after the parade. There is great entertainment at the Hole In The Wall Pub and the Globe Inn. Buses will leave for Edinburgh by 4:00 p.m. August 26 th - Free day (B) August 27 th - Free day (B) August 28 th - Free day (B) August 29 th - Free day (B) August 30 th - Free day (B) August 31 st - Carlisle. Arrive in Carlisle by 10:00 a.m. Leave by 3:00 p.m.

4 Sept. 1 st Sept. 2 nd Sept 3 rd - Braemar. Arrive by 10:30 a.m. In Braemar, the Queen and members of the Royal Family will be in the Royal Box watching events. Leave Braemar for Blairgowrie by 4:00 p.m. After parade in Blairgowrie, we will be hosted to a dinner by Blairgowrie and possibly local entertainment. Leave Blairgowrie by 7:30 p.m. - Free Day (B) - Depart for Glasgow Airport by 10:30 a.m.

5 Alternate Travel Arrangements If you are planning on: 1) Extending your trip either before or after the band tour 2) Making side trips during free days example England, Northern Scotland, the Scottish islands or Ireland Mary Ann at Travelworld of Collingwood can make these arrangements for you. Contact Mary Ann for further details Air Flights Only those booking our flights will be entitled to transfers from/to airport We have been informed that each passenger will be allowed one checked luggage (Up to 50 lbs) and one carry on at no charge. For passengers needing extra weight for their luggage, we recommend purchasing the Option Plus.

6 PIPES & DRUMS OF CANADA 2018 BOOKING FORM SURNAME FIRST NAME DATE OF BIRTH 1) 2) 3) MAILING ADDRESS: POSTAL CODE: - Phone: When you are booking please circle one of the following: Drum Major Pipe Major Piper Bass Drum Tenor Drum Snare Drum Colour Party Supporter Name of person to contact in case of emergency: Telephone: Relationship to you: Accommodation Request: Chancellor s Court: Double / Single (Please circle) Flights Requested: Yes No Personal Requests/Requirements

7 Tour Costs - Land Only Package based on double occupancy in Chancellor s Court $ Package based on single occupancy in Chancellor s Court $ All accommodations are ensuite and the double rooms in Chancellor s Court are available with twin or double beds. Air Fare From Toronto (19 Aug 3 Sept) $ From Montreal (19 Aug 3 Sept) $ From Vancouver (20 Aug 5 Sept) $ From Calgary (20 Aug 4 Sept) $ If Vancouver and Calgary passengers do not want to spend the extra days, I can see what group rates would be with another carrier. I would need to know numbers in order to get a group rate. I can also get a group rate for Winnipeg and Halifax depending on numbers. Transfers from/to Airport Toronto and Montreal flights travelling on same date are included. Other cities we need a minimum of 25 passengers. Included In Your Tour 14 nights accommodation at Edinburgh First University Full Scottish Breakfast each day 1 special dinner Scottish fish and chips or meal of equal value (with ale or wine) at City Restaurant on days of your choice Specially arranged Ceilidh (dinner and dance) in Dunfermline with entertainment by the Frank Thompson Show Band Hosted lunches in Dumfries and Perth Hosted dinner in Blairgowrie Admission and reserved seating for the Edinburgh Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle Luxury coach transportation to all venues Transfers from/to Airport Not Included Meals other than indicated above Travel Insurance Gratuities to drivers and tour guides

8 Booking Conditions The tour prices are based on double/single occupancy in Canadian dollars and are subject to change without prior notice. Fuel surcharges, exchange rates, tax increases, etc could affect the cost. Payments A non refundable deposit of $500 per person is required when booking by on August 25, 2017 The second non refundable payment of $1000 per person is due on December 15 th, 2017 The third non refundable payment of $ 500 per person is due on Feb 15 th, 2018 The non refundable balance is due on May 15 th, 2018 Note: We strongly recommend that travel insurance be purchased at time of booking to cover you in case of emergencies. Please call Mary Ann at toll free to request rates. PAYMENT METHOD Option 1: Option 2: Option 3: Option 4: Pay by cheque Pay by bank transfer (contact Mary Ann for bank details) Pay by e-transfer ( Mary Ann at maryann@travelworld1.ca) Pay by credit card. Please be advised that there will be a 3.5% charge for using a credit card. Name on credit card: Expiry Date: Visa Mastercard Number on credit card 3 Digit Security Number on back of card:

9 Further Information: Passports: Please ensure that your passport is valid. When filling out the booking form put your name down as shown on your passport. Personal Requests/Requirements : Please advise us on your booking form of any requests and/or requirements ie: dietary, medical, sharing companions, aeroplan numbers. We will do our best to accommodate. Smoking: All the rooms at the University are non-smoking. Please adhere to these rules. If smoking is detected, everyone from all rooms will have to clear out of building. Responsibility: Travelworld of Collingwood (TICO# presents this brochure and in so doing acts only as an agent for the Pipes and Drums of Canada tour upon the express condition that it shall not in any way be liable for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay, or irregularity which may be occasioned by the acts of default of any person engaged in carrying out the services described. Baggage and personal articles are at the owner s risk throughout the duration of the service provided unless specifically insured. Travelworld of Collingwood can accept no responsibility for losses or other expenses due to delay or changes in air or other services, missed connections, sickness, mental illness or distress, weather, strike, war, quarantine, or other causes. All such losses or expenses will have to be taken care of by members of the tour. The right is reserved by Travelworld of Collingwood and the organizers to make minor adjustments to the published itinerary and the right is reserved to cancel any tour prior to departure, in which case full refund will constitute full settlement to the passengers. No refund will be made of any unused services or part of the tour. It is the responsibility of all passengers to obtain and carry the necessary documents to travel Travelworld of Collingwood, Mary Ann Winterton 191 Hurontario Street, Unit 5, Collingwood Ontario L9Y 2M1