SEVEN DAYS OF PERFECTION! February 10 through 17, 2020
Dear Dames, Cuba is perhaps the Caribbean s most interesting island; an island wonderfully vibrant bursting with a rich tapestry of culture. In 2015 and 2016 Connoisseurs Tours designed and operated five sold-out journeys to Cuba (two for the NSCDA-GA). While travel to Cuba is enthralling and exhilarating the hotels were less than desirable. Therefore we made a decision to return to Cuba only by ship. With easy flights to and from Fort Lauderdale and over nights stays in Cuba in both Santiago and Havana this is the perfect journey for those who wish to explore the countryside, Colonial cities and rich heritage of Cuba. Join fellow Dames and guests for Seven Days of Perfection! Kathryn Waller 1-800-856-1045 Dames@ConnoisseursTours.com www.connoisseurstours.com 3
DAY 1 - FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA Today you will embark on the beautiful, expertlydesign and exquisitely appointed all-suite Silver Wind. DAY 2 - DAY AT SEA Days at sea are the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, enjoy the spa and reconnect with other NSCDA travelers. So, whether that is whale watching from the Observatory Lounge, playing bridge or simply reading by the pool, these blue sea days are the perfect balance to busy days spent exploring shore side. 1-800-856-1045 Dames@ConnoisseursTours.com www.connoisseurstours.com 4
DAY 3 - SANTIAGO DE CUBA Sipping a café cubano in Parque Cespedes the heart of Santiago de Cuba, day and night allow yourself to be transported by the music, the chatter, and the heat. DAY 4 - SANTIAGO DE CUBA We can explore the Colonial Heritage of Santiago, a city that was founded in 1515 also the location where Spanish troops faced their main defeat at San Juan Hill. Santiago is the best city to get a true sense of Cuba s history and cultural diversity. As you walk through the busy streets, you can see the blend of Spanish and Afro- Caribbean influences in the architecture and hear the sounds of son and bolero music. Take today to explore the other side of Santiago, either walking through artists shops and galleries, testing Cuban Rum and Tobacco, listening to Jazz, or learning about the Colonial Legacy of the revolutionary town. Or, if you re feeling adventurous, ascend into the Sierra Maestra mountain range which enjoys a refreshing micro-climate where birds of paradise, dahlias, and magnolias flourish in the botanical gardens. A feast for the senses! 1-800-856-1045 Dames@ConnoisseursTours.com www.connoisseurstours.com 5
DAY 5 - RELAXING DAY AT SEA Today is a spa day and a day to read, relax, play bridge, and enjoy the all inclusive Silversea experience has to offer. Enjoy alfresco dining with panoramic ocean views and warm spaces for evening cocktails with Dames and friends, or simply indulge in the plush comfort of your ocean-view suite. Timelessly elegant yet luxuriously relaxed, the Silver Wind strikes the perfect balance of yacht-like intimacy combined with space, amenities, and diversions typically reserved for larger vessels. 1-800-856-1045 Dames@ConnoisseursTours.com www.connoisseurstours.com 6
DAY 6 - LA HABANA, CUBA It was Hemingway s favorite haunt and it s on every traveler s bucket list, step back in time as Havana works its tender charms and fall in love with the rhythm and pulse of this city so long closed to mass tourism. Drink in the years of colonial history amid a colorful backdrop of emerging modernity, and be transported both figuratively and literally if you count the fantastic 1950 s automobiles that mosey around waiting to pick up a tourist or two by another era. Equal parts shabby, chic, timeworn and magnificence; Havana is a city that defies all definition. Full of charm, culture, a troubled past and promising future this is perhaps the Caribbean s most interesting destination. Five decades of American embargo have made Havana, along with the rest of Cuba, an authenticity hunter s dream. 1-800-856-1045 Dames@ConnoisseursTours.com www.connoisseurstours.com 7
DAY 7 - LA HABANA, CUBA Take today to dive deep into Havana s rich history riding around in an American classic car, learning about the heritage steeped into Old Havana, have a mojito on your way to a local Paladar such as Finca Vista Hermosa, and of course, no visit is complete without a visit to Finca Vigia the home where Hemingway lived and worked for 20 years. DAY 8 - FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA Arrive back in Fort Lauderdale rested and rejuvenated with easy flights home. 1-800-856-1045 Dames@ConnoisseursTours.com www.connoisseurstours.com 8
7-DAY JOURNEY SUITE SELECTION & EARLY BOOKING SAVINGS FARES VISTA SUITE $3,370.00 per person - Early Booking Savings Fare* VERANDA SUITE $4,040.00 per person - Early Booking Savings Fare* MIDSHIP VERANDA $4,420.00 per person - Early Booking Savings Fare* MEDALLION SUITE $6,470.00 per person - Early Booking Savings Fare* *EARLY BOOKING SAVINGS FARES To take advantage of the Early Booking Savings Fares, reservations and full payment must be received by February 28, 2019. Silversea shore excursions and NSCDA-only Special Shore Excursions, are optional and will be available at an additional cost. SILVER SUITE $7,910.00 per person - Early Booking Savings Fare* 1-800-856-1045 Dames@ConnoisseursTours.com www.connoisseurstours.com 9
THE SILVER WIND DECK PLAN SILVER WIND Deck Plans 9 8 7 6 5 4 412 411 414 415 416 417 Launderette 418 419 420 421 422 423 425 The Restaurant 427 429 431 433 435 437 439 441 443 445 447 Library Internet Corner La Dame DECK 4 DECK 5 DECK 6 DECK 7 The Restaurant La Dame Internet Corner Library Launderette Boutique 504 506 508 510 512 514 516 518 520 522 524 526 528 530 532 534 536 538 540 542 Lobby The Bar 503 505 507 509 511 515 517 519 521 523 525 527 529 531 533 535 537 539 541 543 545 Casino The Bar Boutique Boutique Casino Shore Concierge 602 601 604 603 606 605 608 607 610 609 612 611 614 615 616 617 618 619 620 621 622 623 624 625 627 626 629 628 631 630 633 632 635 634 637 636 639 638 641 640 643 Cruise Consultant Lobby The Show Lounge Stage Conference Card Room Reception The Show Lounge Conference/Card Room Reception/ Guest Relations Shore Concierge 702 701 704 703 706 708 710 712 714 716 718 720 722 724 726 728 730 732 734 736 738 La Terrazza 705 707 709 711 715 717 719 721 723 725 727 729 731 733 735 737 739 741 La Terrazza 802 804 Pool Bar Pool 801 803 Panorama Lounge The Grill Connoisseur s Corner DECK 8 DECK 9 Pool Deck Pool Bar The Grill Panorama Lounge Connoisseurs s Corner Fitness Centre Observation Lounge Zagara Spa Open view to Swimming Pool Beauty Salon Jogging Track Fitness Centre Zagara Beauty Spa Observation Lounge Jogging Track Spa Beauty Salon Owner s Suite Grand Suite Royal Suite Silver Suite Saunas and Steam Rooms Fitness Centre Medallion Suite SUITE CATEGORIES Midship Veranda Suite Veranda Suite Vista Suite SPECIFICATIONS Crew 212 Officers European Guests 298 Tonnage 17,400 Length Width Speed 514 14 Feet/156 7 Metres 70 62 Feet/21 5 Metres 18 Knots Passenger Decks 6 Connecting Suites 3rd Guest Capacity Handicap Suites 640, 643 Built 1995 Refurbished 2008 Registry Bahamas Deckplans are for illustration porpuses only and may be subject to change Suite diagrams shown are for illustration purposes only and may vary from actual square footage Please refer to suite specifications for square footage REVISED AUG 15, 2018 1-800-856-1045 Dames@ConnoisseursTours.com www.connoisseurstours.com 10
TERMS AND CONDITIONS (PAGE 1 OF 2) Please read all of the terms and conditions in this section. Any payment made to Connoisseurs Tours towards a tour booking shall constitute a confirmation by the Guest on behalf of themselves and all other persons named on their booking that he/she has read, understood, accepted and agreed to the Terms & Conditions of this tour, the terms of which will apply to the Guest and all other persons named on their booking. DEPOSIT AND FINAL PAYMENT 25% of the cruise cost per person deposit is required to secure your booking A per person deposit is required to confirm your reservation. Final payment is due for Early Booking Savings Fares by February 28,2019. All payments may be credit card accepted over the phone or secure online connection, or by check via the mail. Tour Prices: Tour prices are per person in U.S. dollars, based on double occupancy. There is a supplemental expense for single occupancy, of which is clearly stated in the itinerary/brochure. NOT INCLUDED Air Transportation: Air transportation to and from Fort Lauderdale is not included. Connoisseurs Tours offers a Concierge Airline Service to help with your reservations. A Connoisseurs Airline Associate will assist you with coordinating flight schedules for each traveler in your party. We will manage your airline reservations from the time you begin selecting flights until the day you return. This will alleviate any of the unexpected headaches with schedule changes and flight cancellations. Shore Excursions: Silversea shore excursions and NSCDA-only Special Shore Excursions, are optional and will be available at an additional cost. CANCELLATION TERMS AND CONDITIONS All cancellations must be in writing. Schedule: From the time of deposit to 121 days prior to departure: $350.00 of deposit amount (per person) is non-refundable. 120 to 91 days prior to departure: Forfeiture of Deposit, 25% of total journey cost is non-refundable. 90 to 60 days prior to departure: 75% of the journey cost is non-refundable. 59 days prior to date of departure: 100% of the full journey cost (per person) is non-refundable. Any changes received 30 days or less from the departure date will incur a $150.00 per person change fee in addition to any additional costs associated with the change. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Travel Insured Protection Plan: Connoisseurs Tours offers Cancellation/Delay/Medical Protection. The cost of travel protection is per person based on double occupancy, with a single occupancy rate available. Rates are as per individual details of the itinerary. Travel protection can be paid with your deposit or at the time of your final payment. Connoisseurs Tours strongly recommends that you purchase Cancellation/Medical Protection. 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. This Travel Insured Protection Plan is specifically designed to provide you with peace of mind knowing you are protected against the financial impact of unexpected events while on your trip. Additional 1-800-856-1045 Dames@ConnoisseursTours.com www.connoisseurstours.com 11
TERMS AND CONDITIONS (PAGE 2 OF 2) insurance is available to include the cost of your airfare in addition to the tour price. Please contact Connoisseurs Tours if you would like to insure the cost of your airline tickets after you have purchased your airline tickets. Health and Fitness: Connoisseurs Tours are moderate exertion journeys. Travelers must certify that they are in good health and can walk up to one mile per day. These journeys are not recommended for those who have mobility limitations such as walkers, wheelchairs and scooters. Itinerary Change and Flexibility: Connoisseurs Tours pledges to make every effort to operate all tours as advertised. Connoisseurs Tours reserves the right to alter or curtail any aspect of the itinerary, or substitute sightseeing, hotels/ and or conveyances as deemed necessary. Any additional expense for these substitutions will be covered by Connoisseurs Tours. The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America shall not be legally liable for, nor in any way responsible for, any injury or illness of any member or guest who is participating in a Connoisseurs Tours program; nor shall said organization be responsible for any loss or damage to said member s or guest s personal property. The NSCDA reserves the right to use photographs, video, and participant quotes (written and spoken) from the program for educational, promotional or training purposes. Responsibility: Connoisseurs Tours acts only as an agent for the traveler with respect to transportation, accommodations and other services offered on the tour. Connoisseurs Tours and the agents assume no responsibility or liability for any act, error omission, or for any injury, loss, accident or delay or irregularity that may be caused by any defect in any aircraft, ship, train, bus or other carrier or through negligence or default of any subcontractor or other third party. The passage contract in use by the carriers when issued shall constitute the sole contract between the carriers and the traveler. Connoisseurs Tours and/ or their agents will not responsible for loss, injury, damages or expenses to person or property, due to illness, weather, strikes, local laws, hostilities, wars, terrorist acts, acts of nature or other causes in connection with the tour for anything beyond their reasonable control. Connoisseurs Tours is not responsible for transportation or other delays or changes to the tour program beyond their control, nor any additional expenses or loss of time that may be incurred by the traveler. It may be necessary or advisable for the wellbeing of all travelers to alter the itinerary at any time, without notice to the travelers, and such alterations will be made without penalty to Connoisseurs Tours. Connoisseurs Tours reserves the right to decline or not to retain any person as a member of any tour or to change or withdraw a tour as circumstances demand. All rates quoted are based on tariffs in effect at the time the tour was planned and are subject to change in the event of adjustment therein. Baggage is carried at the owner s risk and baggage insurance is recommended. Connoisseurs Tours reserves the right to substitute hotels of equal or superior quality. The proposals of this section are governed by Georgia law, and final payment by the traveler to Connoisseurs Tours shall be deemed to be consent to the above provisions. Validity: October 23, 2018 to October 30, 2020 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Call or email Connoisseurs Tours for more information: 1-800-856-1045 Email: Dames@ConnoisseursTours.com 1-800-856-1045 Dames@ConnoisseursTours.com www.connoisseurstours.com 12