About Music Travel Consultants. Your Itinerary Saginaw High School Band & Choir. Itinerary: Sunday, March 10, 2019

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1 Travel Planners for the Finest Bands, Choirs, and Orchestras in the World About Music Travel Consultants Provider of memorable, educational performance trips since Welcome to Your Trip Professionally staffed by former music educators, music parents, music advocates, and travel planners Last year, over 16,000 travelers from 34 states traveled with Music Travel Consultants. Your Itinerary Saginaw High School Band & Choir Ireland St. Patrick s Cathedral, St. Patrick s Day Parade, and Sightseeing March 10-18, 2019 Itinerary: Sunday, March 10, 2019 Meet at Dallas-Ft. Worth International Airport *Note: Transportation to DFW Airport from Saginaw HS not provided. Airline Check-in Flight(s) to Shannon *Note: Airfare and the cost of excess baggage not included in this proposal. Airfare becomes available on most carriers at approximately 340 days prior to trip return. At that time, we will be able to block group seats and add the cost of airfare to the proposed land-only package. One standard-size, standardweight piece of baggage, dinner, and breakfast are typically included on most eastbound transatlantic intercontinental flights.

2 Itinerary: Monday, March 11, 2019 Welcome to Ireland! Meet your Irish Tour Manager(s) and Coach Driver(s), load the coach(es), and depart for Galway. Clonmacnoise Visit the ruins of a cathedral, seven churches, two round towers, and three high crosses established by St. Ciarán during the mid-6th century in a stunning setting on the banks of the River Shannon. Free Time in Galway Hotel Check-in - Galway Itinerary: Tuesday, March 12, 2019 Breakfast at the Hotel Connemara Region Explore the rugged, yet beautiful Connemara Regions of Ireland. A land of lakes, rivers, bogs, fjords, and mountains, Connemara is Old Ireland. Yet today, a number of small villages in this area use Gaelic as their primary language. Kylemore Abbey A stunningly beautiful mansion built by Mitchell Henry in 1868 is set in Kylemore Pass. From the gardens to the charming neo- Gothic miniature cathedral, this site is heralded as one of the most beautiful places in the world and is now home to the Irish order of Benedictine nuns. Dan O Hara Homestead Overlooked by the majestic Twelve Ben mountains, this homestead seeks to educate visitors on the Old Irish lifestyle Itinerary: Wednesday, March 13, 2019 Burren Region The Burren is home to a unique mix of flora (Arctic, Alpine, & Mediterranean), famine walls, and an Irish National Park. Aillwee Cave / Birds of Prey Despite being one of Ireland s oldest natural features, Aillwee is a fairly recent discovery. See three monumental chambers and hear the River Cavern, which, though buried deep in the mountain, can usually be heard. Then, witness an aerial demonstration showcasing the age-old craft of falconry. Cliffs of Moher Rising 800 majestic feet above the Atlantic, a visit to the scenic Cliffs of Moher is a must during any visit to Ireland. Hotel Check-in - Limerick Medieval Banquet in Bunratty Castle Itinerary: Thursday, March 14, 2019 Bunratty Folk Park Built in 1425, Bunratty Castle is one of the most complete and authentic medieval castles in Ireland. The grounds, comprised of over 26 scenic acres, are the home of over 30 buildings in a living museum and village. Kilkenny Castle One of the most recognized buildings in Ireland, this 12th- Century Anglo-Norman castle was remodeled in Victorian Times and expanded to encompass extensive parklands and now marks the city center of Kilkenny. Free Time in Kilkenny Hotel Check-in - Kilkenny

3 Itinerary: Friday, March 15, 2019 Panoramic Dublin City Tour St. Patrick s Cathedral Built in honor of the Irish patron saint, this magnificent Gothic cathedral stands adjacent to where tradition has it Saint Patrick baptized converts on his visit to Dublin. Choir Performance Today, the Saginaw HS Choir has the opportunity to perform a lunchtime recital at the famed St. Patrick s Cathedral. Acceptance and scheduling based on application to St. Patrick s Cathedral. Itinerary: Saturday, March 16, 2019 Breakfast at the Hotel Experience Gaelic Games With Experience Gaelic Games, visitors take part in a unique and integral part of Irish culture and heritage. Ambassadors and coaches will teach you the basics of the sport and stage mini-matches at one of the many state-of-the-art facilities in the Dublin-area. Free Time in Dublin Trinity College / Book of Kells Hotel Check-in - Dublin Itinerary: Sunday, March 17, 2019 Breakfast at the Hotel St. Patrick s Day Parade Today, the Saginaw HS Band has the opportunity to perform in the Dublin St. Patrick s Day Parade. Acceptance based on application to Dublin Parade Committee. Grandstand seats for non-marchers will be included. St. Patrick s Day Festival Enjoy the remainder of the day in Dublin exploring and taking part in the St. Patrick s Day festivities. Dinner at The Merry Ploughboy (or similar) The Merry Ploughboys live in concert is widely-regarded as the best traditional (or trad ) Irish music show in Dublin. The show is an entertaining mix of top-notch entertainment and traditional Irish food. Itinerary: Monday, March 18, 2019 Airline Check-in Flight(s) to Dallas-Ft. Worth *Note: Airfare and the cost of excess baggage not included in this proposal. Airfare becomes available on most carriers at approximately 340 days prior to trip return. At that time, we will be able to block group seats and add the cost of airfare to the proposed land-only package. One standard-size, standardweight piece of baggage, lunch, and a snack are typically included on most westbound transatlantic intercontinental flights. Welcome Home! *Note: Transportation to Saginaw HS from DFW Airport not provided.

4 Tour Conditions: Per Person Tour Price based on Passenger Count Travelers Double $1955 $2271 $2153 $2026 Single $2505 $2821 $2703 $2576 Airfare not included. The cost of airfare will be added once it is available approximately 340 days prior to our return date. At that time, airfare will be added to the above figures to provide a complete package price. The above tour prices are based on the number of paying persons traveling and may vary depending on group size when prorated costs, such as motor coach, etc., are affected. Tour prices in this proposal are based on tariffs in effect as of May 22, 2017 and are subject to change. Tour Conditions: Payment Schedule Payment Amount Due Date NR Deposit $ /17/2017 Installment $ /17/2017 Installment $ /17/2017 Installment $ /17/2017 Installment $ /17/201 Installment $ /17/2018 Installment $ /17/2018 Installment $ /17/2018 Installment $ /17/2018 Payment Amount Due Date Installment $ /17/2018 Installment $ /17/2017 Installment $ /17/2017 Installment $ /17/2017 Installment $ /17/201 Installment $ /17/2018 Installment $ /17/2018 Installment $ /17/2019 Final Payment BALANCE 2/17/2019 Final payment amount will be ed to you 30 days prior to departure. It is due upon receipt of MTC s ed invoice. Accounts not paid on or before a payment due date will be frozen. Please make checks payable to: Music Travel Consultants Tour Conditions: Fundraising Music Travel Consultants encourages and welcomes the application of fundraising profits to individual or group accounts. Music Travel Consultants is unable to accept or apply any school or booster fundraising monies to accounts that are paid in full. Last Day to apply fundraising money is: February 3, 2019 Last Day to Cancel: January 9, 2019 Cancellation is defined as any change made to the passenger list at least 60 days prior to trip departure day. Cancellation must be made under the traveler s account at MTC Online by clicking on the Cancel a Traveler link on traveler s/payer s Welcome Page dashboard OR by or written communication to MTC. With the exception of Non-Refundable Deposits/Payments, if Cancellation is received 60 days or more prior to trip departure day, money returned by suppliers is refundable. Cancellations received 59 days or fewer before, or on, trip departure day are non-refundable, unless a paying substitute traveler takes the place of the cancelled person. If the trip includes airfare, cancellation and/or substitution policies may vary, depending on the airline, date of ticketing and group contract; please contact MTC for additional information. Travelers should consider Travel and Cancellation Insurance. It may be obtained from your insurance agent or on the internet search for Travel insurance.

5 Trip Timeline Trip Kick-off Meeting Final Traveler List Due (60 Days Before Departure) Final Invoices Sent (30 Days Before Departure) Trip Departure Meeting (10 Days Before Departure) Last Day to Cancel with Refund (60 Days Before Departure) Fundraising Payment Deadline (35 Days Before Departure) Final Trip Payment Due (21 Days Before Departure) Trip Departure Trip Sign-Up & Payment Program Access your trip 24/7, anywhere you have an internet connection View Trip Information, Invoices and Terms. Make Secure Payments. All accounting and billing handled by MTC. Download the Sign-Up Guide at musictravel.com Getting Started Music Travel s online trip registration and payment system asks for personal contact information. And, it requires payment by a major credit/debit card (below) or e-check. Step 2: Click the Register as a New User button. Step 1: Go Online Visit musictravel.com Click Trip Login

6 Step 3: Create Trip Account Create a password, enter an address and enter contact information. Then click on, Create Account. You will then receive the following message: Your account has been created successfully. Soon, you ll receive a confirmation . Whenever you log in, use the address ( address is username) and password that you just entered. Step 4 (1 of 2): Register a Traveler Enter the Trip Number Your unique trip number is: Please enter the information requested, for each traveler. To complete each registration, you must accept the Terms and Conditions. Step 4 (2 of 2): Register a Traveler Traveler Types Explained: Student = Member of the class or organization taking the trip. Child = Minor sibling of a Student. Chaperone = Adult with Chaperoning responsibility. Adult = Adult without Chaperoning responsibility. (Some schools mandate all traveling adults to chaperone. Check with your director.) Fill out all required fields to complete traveler s registration. Step 5: Your Trip Management Dashboard When next you login, this is your starting point your Trip Dashboard. You can: Register a Traveler Make a Payment Cancel a Traveler Review Financial information

7 Step 6: Make a Payment (1 of 2) Enter the payment amount for each traveler in the box next to the traveler s name. Dollars and cents only no dollar signs. Click, Continue. The second screen gives the total. Enter payment method, click Continue. If wrong, click Back. Step 6: Make a Payment (2 of 2) Enter Credit Card or echeck information, including card/account number, security code and name as it appears on the card/echeck, plus card billing address and receipt address. Music Travel Consultants: Contact Information Tour Questions: Andrew Moran, Address: andrew.moran@musictravel.com Financial Questions: Robin Harting, Address: robin.harting@musictravel.com General Information: Website: musictravel.com Address: 5348 West Vermont Street, Suite 200, Indianapolis, IN Phone: Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm Eastern Time Office Hours: Closed Saturday & Sunday