January 27 February 13, 2017

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1 COLLINS TOURS GET AWAY GET INSPIRED Tour Itinerary January 27 February 13, 2017 Welcome aboard our annual Southern Caribbean Cruise Tour out of New York City, another great no-fly getaway. We are proud to launch the first tour of 2017 with you and are excited that, once again, this tour is a sold out getaway! Get ready to pack away the snow shovels and pull out that sunhat as you prepare to set sail for.paradise! Your tour director is excited about the opportunity to make your holiday something you ll treasure and looks forward to delivering a professional and effectively managed tour, so you can leave the usual travel hassles behind and just enjoy yourself. Below is the daily *itinerary for your tour. Please read this information carefully and call or us if you have any questions. Pay particular attention to the details contained in the Important Information section, located on the last page of this itinerary. With over 55 years experience in tourism and group travel, I m confident your tour with us will be fantastic! - Sincerely, Greg Collins, President Collins Tours Fri. Jan. 27 th, 2017 Day #1 Home Portland ME Board our luxury motorcoach at your scheduled departure location and time. NOTE: final pickup locations and departure times will be finalized at least two weeks before departure. The following table includes typical tour stops (subject to final approval). * Typical Pick-up locations: Nova Scotia clients: o Halifax, Sobeys Lacewood Drive o Dartmouth Crossing, Hampton Inn o Quality Inn, Halifax Airport o Truro, Truro Heights Irving o Amherst Irving New Brunswick clients: o Moncton, Magnetic Hill McDonalds o Saint John, Route #1 Irving, Quispamsis o Fredericton, Lincoln Big Stop Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure so we can get you comfortably situated. All stops for passenger pick-ups will be brief (10-15 min.) and we ask that you remain on board unless otherwise instructed by your tour manager. The drive today will include a coffee break as well as an hour lunch stop at a location that is convenient to our route (See table above). Snacks and lunch are your expense. You will also have 30 min. at the Canadian Duty Free shop before our scheduled appointment with U.S. Customs and Immigration. Please be sure to have your *VALID passport for entry into the U.S. Note: Please review the important details of this tentative itinerary, as far as our policies and your responsibilities relating to entry into the U.S. We expect to arrive in Portland at approximately 5:30 p.m. For those interested in a little shopping, we will drop you at the Maine Mall before we check in at the hotel. The coach will meet you again at 8:00 p.m. at the designated location for your short transfer to the hotel. Your bags will be waiting in your room and your tour manager will have your room key all ready. The coach, and any of you who prefer to relax at the hotel, will then continue on to south Portland s Courtyard by Marriott. Your tour manager will check you in, hand out your room key and have your bag sent to your room (handling fee for 1 bag per person is included).

2 Dinner is on your own this evening. Sat. Jan. 28 th Day #2 - Maine to New York City, New York (B, D) Enjoy your complimentary continental breakfast in the hotel lobby area starting at 7:00 a.m., local time. Your tour manager will handle group check out. However please be sure to cover any personal charges you may have incurred during your stay (e.g. movies, room service). We depart for the Big Apple at 8:00 a.m. sharp, giving us time to enjoy as much time as possible in the BIG APPLE. Coffee breaks, as well as an hour lunch stop at the Blue Colony Diner, are scheduled today (lunch your expense). Arrive at the upscale Sheraton Times Square Hotel, located in the heart of Manhattan, at approximately 4:30 p.m. Our signature group check in service is offered again today and we will have you relaxing in your room in no time! After some time to freshen up, board the coach at 6:30 p.m. for our delightful Irish-American group dinner at Broadway s famous Playwright Tavern (included). After dinner the coach will take you back to the hotel, leaving you plenty of time to enjoy our amazing hotel or get out and explore NYC on your own. Sun. Jan. 29 th Day #3 NCL Breakaway, At Sea (B, L, D) Enjoy breakfast at a location of your choice (your expense) before check out. There are 2 different diners within walking distance from our hotel. We recommend Café metro and Lindy s. Board the coach at 8:30 a.m. for our 3.5-hour professionally guided tour of NYC s most notable attractions, including Lincoln Centre, Central Park, Chelsea Market, the Financial District and the new One World Trade Center. Following our informative tour, we depart Lower Manhattan and make our way to Pier 80 where we will board the Breakaway, inaugurated into service in May Your tour manager will assist with your pier-side check in, conveniently completed in advance by your Collins Tours staff! Once on board, make your way to your stateroom and enjoy some free time before lunch is served (included). Be sure to head out on deck for the 4:00 p.m. cast off and wave Bon Voyage as you sail down the Hudson River, passing Lady Liberty, gliding under the Verrazano Narrows Bridge and cruising out into the Atlantic! Refer to the ship s Itinerary for the incredible options available for tonight s dining and entertainment (included throughout your cruise). Mon. Jan. 30 th Day #4 - At Sea (B, L, D) Refer to ship s Itinerary Fun day at sea. Enjoy the ships fabulous amenities, including the pools and hot tubs at the Aqua Park, spa and fitness center, climbing walls, and three-deck sports court for fun and fitness combined! Relaxing poolside is another great way to spend your first full day at sea. This evening enjoy a cocktail reception located on board the ship at 5:30 p.m. followed by a group dinner located in one of ships dining room. Location of events TBA Tues. Jan. 31 st Day #5 - At Sea (B, L, D) Refer to ship s itinerary for more relaxing and enjoyable options as you cruise toward the Caribbean. Tonight might be a great night for reservations in a specialty restaurant (book in advance; extra charges apply).

3 Wed. Feb. 1 st Day #6 - San Juan, Puerto Rico (B,L,D) Welcome to the tropical port of San Juan, Puerto Rico, scheduled for arrival at 3:00 p.m. Arrange for a tour of the second oldest city in the Americas (not included) or enjoy the picturesque cobblestone streets, plazas and chapels that reflect San Juan s Spanish heritage. Whether you plan to shop, explore the lush rainforests, or relax at a tropical beach, this ancient city has it all! This ship sails at 10:00 p.m., with all passengers required to be back on board by 8:00 p.m. Thurs. Feb. 2 nd Day #7- St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands (B, L, D) Enjoy your breakfast before a day to explore St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. The breakaway is set to dock in Charlotte Amalie at 8:00 a.m. One of the most breathtaking harbours in the world, you ll have an entire day to explore incredible beaches (e.g. Magens Bay or the less traveled Vessup Bay), do some duty-free shopping and experience the local culture. Today we are offering an optional shore excursion aboard an air-conditioned vehicle. Scenic lookouts, world-famous beaches and historic churches and buildings are the highlight of this locally guided tour. Book in advance with Collins Tours at $85 per person. All aboard by 4:00 p.m., with ship underway by 6:00 p.m. Fri. Feb. 3 rd Day #8 Tortola, British Virgin Islands (B, L, D) New for this year s Breakaway itinerary is a stop in the port of Tortola, an island of volcanic origins and the largest in the British Virgin Island chain. With roots back to Christopher Columbus, as other infamous characters such as Blackbeard and Captain Kidd, Tortola is known for its sugar-white beaches, towering mahogany trees, and mountainous terrain. Maybe a hike up Mt. Sage is on your agenda today? The Breakaway arrives in Tortola at 8:00 a.m. and sails at 5:00 p.m. All aboard for St. Maarten! This evening enjoy another group dinner on board the ship at 6:30 p.m. local time. Location of dinner TBA by your tour manager. Sat. Feb. 4 th Day #9 Phillipsburg. St. Maarten BVI (B, L, D) Get set for your day exploring St. Maarten, starting at 8:00 a.m. Savour a Creole-style lunch, chance upon a deserted cove, or enjoy a dip in warm waters all possible in St. Maarten! The Breakaway sets sail at 5:00 p.m. so take advantage of every minute! The evening aboard your floating hotel is open for you to enjoy as you please. Be sure to check the ship s itinerary for scheduled entertainment options and get out and enjoy the view as you once again set sail upon the Ocean blue! Sun. Feb. 5 th Day #10- Roseau, Dominica (B, L, D) Today s exciting itinerary includes time in the port city of Roseau, the capital and largest city of Dominica, the nature island of the Caribbean! We are scheduled to arrive at 8:00 a.m. Perhaps a guided tour of this exotic, mountainous island is on your agenda today (not included)? A hike to the magical Middleham falls, with some of the purest water on earth, or a swim in a geothermal heated pond at Ti Tou Gorge are top among tourists to this island. Other favourites include Champagne and Mero Beach, as well as the local botanical garden. Shopping for unique treasures at Old Market Square is another great option as well as a great way gain a better feel for the island s rich cultural blend of English, French, African, and Carib peoples. Your ship departs at 5:00 p.m. Set sail across the Caribbean Sea again, destination Barbados, the most southern point on our cruise.

4 Mon. Feb. 6 th Day #11 Bridgetown, Barbados (B,L,D) At 8:00 a.m. you arrive in Barbados, the most British of all the Caribbean islands. Plan a stroll on the inviting beaches of Carlisle Bay, a swim with sea turtles, spelunking at Harrison Crystal Caves, a tour of a famous rum factory, or visit to the historical Garrison area. Today we are offering an optional shore excursion aboard an air-conditioned vehicle. Scenic lookouts, world-famous beaches and historic churches and buildings are the highlight of this locally guided tour. $95 per person; book in advance with Collins Tours. Castoff at 5:00 p.m. and set our northerly course for Martinique. Tues. Feb. 7 th Day #12 - Fort-de-France, Martinique (B, L, D) Experience the culture and history of Fort-de-France and the island of Marinique! We are scheduled to arrive today at 8:00 a.m. Martinique, a little bit of France in the Caribbean is a lush mountainous paradise with dormant volcanoes (Mont Pelée) plenty of open air markets, pristine beaches and delightful café s. A trip to the City of St. Pierre (less than hour away) will take you to a modern day version of Pompeii, the site of the devastating Mont Pelée eruption in Set sail for Antigua at 5:00 p.m. Wed. Feb. 8 th Day #13 St. John s Antigua (B, L, D) Today we dock in Antigua at 8:00 a.m., located in the Leeward Islands of the Caribbean and the main island of the country of Antigua and Barbuda. Nelson s Dockyard, once home to the British Royal Navy, is a popular local attraction where you learn about the fascinating history of the island, details about the dockyard, and life at the forts. Stroll the markets, horseback ride along a sugar-sand beach, or explore rainforests while zipping through the canopy. Castoff at 5:00 p.m., on course for home! Thurs. Feb. 9 th Day #14 - At Sea (B, L, D) Refer to ship s Itinerary. Today could be spent relaxing on board...long enough to save the energy for karaoke or dancing the night away! Fri. Feb. 10 th Day #15 At Sea (B, L, D) Refer to ship s Itinerary for the list of today s activities. Sat. Feb. 11 th Day #16-At Sea (B, L, D) Make the most of your last full day on board get in a few swings at the driving range, give wall-climbing a try, take a yoga class, or get cozy with some good conversation at one of the coffee bars. This evening we will have our Farewell dinner including complimentary wine with your meal. Dinner time is set for 6:30 p.m. and location TBA. Sun. Feb. 12 th Day #17- New York City Augusta ME (B, D) Ship arrives back in NYC at 8:00 a.m. After we are cleared to disembark we will meet at 9:00 a.m. at a location TBA on the ship and disembark as a group. Once on shore you will identify your luggage followed by portage service from there to our motorcoach before departing NYC. Lunch today is scheduled for the Blue Colony diner in Danbury CT (your expense). There will also be a brief rest stop later today before arriving in Augusta.

5 We expect to arrive at the lovely Hampton Inn Augusta at approx. 7:00 p.m. Once again, your tour manager will handle group check, complete with key card distribution and luggage assistance (fees included for one bag per person). Tonight dinner will be on your own. Spend the remainder of the evening at your leisure. Mon. Feb. 13 th Day #17- New York City Augusta ME (B, D) Enjoy your complimentary breakfast this morning before checking out of your room. Board our bus and depart at 8:00 a.m. A brief coffee break is scheduled this morning, with lunch set from 11:30 a.m-12:30 p.m. at Baileyville Irving. (your expense) Our Duty Free stop will be from at 12:45 1:10 p.m. We then report to Canadian Customs at our scheduled time. Once again, your tour manager will represent the group at customs. NOTE: Duty free allowance for this trip is $800 per person. Time to bid farewell to your fellow travelers! All clients will be dropped off back at their original pick-up locations. Details on arrival times will be included in the final itinerary. IMPORTANT DETAILS *Tour itineraries are a guideline and may need to be adjusted by CTC or your tour manager and are impacted by unforeseen factors such as weather, traffic, changes to concert or sporting event times, and/or act of God. Collins Tours is not responsible for any refunds, reimbursements, credits, or liable due to any changes in itineraries, modifications, or lost time in any one particular area due to any such unforeseen events described above. Hotel Contact information: Courtyard by Marriott Portland Airport, Southborough Dr. South Portland. Ph: (207) Sheraton Times Square, th Ave. 53 rd Street. New York, NY (212) Hampton Inn Augusta, 388 Western Ave Augusta ME, Customs and Immigration requires that everyone have a Valid Passport. U.S. Customs has the right to refuse entry to anyone with a past record. Please check with border agents to clarify your status before departing. Collins Tours and Consulting Ltd. are not responsible or liable for U.S. Customs refusal. Collins Tours and Consulting Ltd are not responsible for passengers return expenses or any portion of unused travel. It is the client s responsibility to ensure that their status is in good order prior to leaving Canada. Duty Free Rules allow you to claim $800 per person when you are out of the country for 7 days. Seat rotation policy is in effect and will be explained by your tour director on Day #1. To simplify your shopping experiences, purchase American currency in advance, as many US banks will not exchange your money without a U.S. bank account. Debit cards must be VISA or MasterCard flagged in order to be accepted at U.S. stores. Bring along your favorite CD s and DVD s as our motor coach has capabilities for both. Collins Tour is not responsible for lost or stolen baggage or personal items. REMEMBER: Your tour manager handles hotel check in/check out, overall group management, representation at events, hotels, Customs and Immigration, and oversees the overall operation of each tour. They work hard to ensure that everyone enjoys their experience to the fullest. Gratuities for your Tour Manager, driver, and any professional city guides are not included in your tour price. Our tipping guidelines are as follows: Tour manager-$ per person, per day; Drivers - $ $4.00 per person per day; City Guides - $2-4 per person per day. Thank you for traveling with Collins Tours! We look forward to serving you with ALL your future travel plans Get Away Get Inspired!