HISTORY & GARDENS OF THE CARIBBEAN ROUNDTRIP ANTIGUA ABOARD SEA CLOUD II WITH PATRICK BOWE JANUARY 13 TO 20, 2013
Dear National Trust Travelers, Sail with us aboard the elegant Sea Cloud II, as we celebrate the centuries-old tradition of Caribbean gardening, visiting historic plantation houses and a restored governor s mansion, as well as contemporary and botanic gardens. From lush orchids to spiny cacti, no two Caribbean gardens are alike, and our shore excursions will reflect a wide variety of experiences. We are privileged to be joined by Dublin-based horticulturist Patrick Bowe, author of the Gardens of the Caribbean. A sought-after lecturer and popular National Trust study leader, Patrick continues to delight travelers with his witty presentations, both formal and on site. Our voyage begins in Antigua, where we embark Sea Cloud II and sail for colorful St. Barth s, with its stunning white-sand beaches. Call next at Tortola and visit the lush Governor s Garden with its fine harbor view. On Virgin Gorda, enjoy a swim at The Baths or sample a rum punch at the exclusive Bitter End Yacht Club. Then step ashore on the Dutch island of St. Eustatius for a private architectural tour and some leisure time in this birder s paradise. On Nevis, visit the childhood home of Alexander Hamilton and stroll in the island s spectacular botanic garden before continuing to the Iles des Saintes with its charming Colonial-style capital. An otional prelude is offered in Antigua, including three nights at the charming St. James Club. Life aboard Sea Cloud II has no comparison. Her friendly staff, luxurious accommodations and fine dining create an onboard ambiance of relaxed elegance. There will be time at sea to experience the thrill of sailing aboard this three-masted barque and watch as the young crew practices the age-old art of setting the sails by hand. TORTOLA & VIRGIN GORDA ST. EUSTATIUS NEVIS ST. BARTH S ANTIGUA We hope you will join us as we discover the History and Gardens of the Caribbean in the congenial company of alumni from Yale and Harvard, on what promises to be an exceptional journey. Sincerely, ILES DES SAINTES CARIBBEAN SEA Scott Gerloff Director, National Trust Tours The National Trust for Historic Preservation is a private, nonprofit membership organization dedicated to saving historic places and revitalizing America s communities. For more information, visit the Trust s web site at www.preservationnation.org/tours or phone (888) 484-8785.
HISTORY & GARDENS OF THE CARIBBEAN ROUNDTRIP ANTIGUA ABOARD SEA CLOUD II January 13 to 20, 2013 Photo by Christopher Macsurak. VIRGIN GORDA, BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS Wednesday, January 16Tender ashore at Virgin Gorda for a morning excursion to The Baths, gigantic boulders piled willy-nilly along the sandy beach, which create small pools and interesting cave-like structures. In the afternoon sail to the North Sound of Virgin Gorda. You may wish to go ashore to visit the famous Bitter End Yacht Club before a barbeque dinner on deck. Colorful island homes, St. Barthélemy. MIAMI 1 ANTIGUA Sunday, January 13Fly from Miami to Antigua and transfer to Sea Cloud II for your seven-night cruise. ST. BARTHELEMY Monday, January 14 Following a relaxing morning at sea, arrive after lunch in small but cosmopolitan St. Barth s. Experience the chic French savoir faire as you stroll past the cafés and boutiques. Swimmers will have an opportunity to enjoy one of many beautiful white-sand beaches. Return to the ship in the late afternoon. The captain will host the group for welcome cocktails and dinner this evening. TORTOLA, BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS Tuesday, January 15Today we visit Tortola, the largest of the British Virgin Islands. See the J.R. O Neal Botanic Garden, a four-acre property that includes a lush array of indigenous and exotic tropical plants. Continue to the Governor s House for a walk through the Governor s Garden, laden with palm trees and various flowering plants, as well as a spectacular view overlooking Road Harbour. Return to Sea Cloud II for lunch and an afternoon at sea. The Baths (top) and the Bitter End Yacht Club, Virgin Gorda (bottom). Photos by Philip S. Vavalides (bottom) and Mark Gillow (top).
Photos by Stu Mertz (left) and Gwenyth Lloyd (right). Exotic Caribbean flora. ST. EUSTATIUS, NETHERLANDS ANTILLES Thursday, January 17Step ashore on the small Dutch island of St. Eustatius, once known as one of the busiest seaports in the world. A morning architectural walking tour through the town is followed by time at leisure. You may wish to visit one of the island s pristine beaches or join an excursion to the Miriam C. Schmidt Botanical Garden. Sea Cloud II sails in the early afternoon. Iles des Saintes, Guadeloupe. NEVIS Friday, January 18 Arrive at the island of Nevis, birthplace and childhood home of Alexander Hamilton. Visit the Alexander Hamilton house then continue to Nevis s spectacular botanic garden, whose five acres contain a variety of tropical plants, orchid terraces and a rainforest conservancy. Return to the ship for lunch and an afternoon at sea. This evening join the captain on Lido Deck for cocktails, followed by our farewell dinner. ILES DES SAINTES, GUADELOUPE Saturday, January 19 Cruise this morning into the Iles des Saintes, an archipelago of eight tiny volcanic islands and site of the Battle of the Saintes between the Royal Navy and the French Fleet in 1782. You may wish to tour the charming Colonial-style capital, Terre-de-Haut, or visit the 17th-century Fort Napoleon with its commanding views and exotic gardens. Or perhaps enjoy a swim at one of the white sand beaches before returning to Sea Cloud II for an afternoon cruise to Antigua. ANTIGUA 1 MIAMI Sunday, January 20Disembark in Antigua and transfer to the airport for the afternoon flight to Miami.
SEA CLOUD II DECK PLAN LIDO DECK LIDO BAR LOUNGE 402 401 LIBRARY PROMENADE DECK DINING ROOM BOUTIQUE 318 316 314 312 310 308 306 304 302 RECEPTION 319 317 315 311 309 307 305 303 301 CABIN DECK 230 228 226 224 222 220 218 216 214 212 210 208 206 204 GYM SAUNA DOCTOR 231 229 227 225 223 221 219 217 215 209 207 205 211 WATER-SPORTS PLATFORM Owner s Suite (top) and a Deluxe Cabin on Main Deck (above). CRUISE RATES (Per Person, Double Occupancy) Cabins Decks Rates Cabins 204 to 206 Cabin Deck $4,995 State Rooms. Upper/lower twin berths, shower. Cabins 207 to 210 Cabin Deck $5,995 Superior Cabins. Twin beds, shower. Cabins 211 to 217 & 224 to 231 Cabin Deck $6,495 Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower. Cabins 218 to 223 Cabin Deck $6,995 Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower. Cabins 301 & 302 Promenade Deck $7,495 Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower. Cabins 303 to 319 Promenade Deck $7,995 Junior Suites. Twin beds, bathtub with shower. Cabins 401 & 402 Lido Deck $8,995 Owner s Suites. Queen-size bed, bathtub and separate shower. A limited number of cabins are available with no single supplement required. Additional singles are available at a supplement ranging from 30 to 100 percent of the cruise rate. Rates Include Seven nights cabin accommodations aboard Sea Cloud II All meals during the cruise. Complimentary wine with lunch and dinner Enrichment program of lectures Escorted sightseeing by motorcoach and entrance fees for included visits Airport / pier group transfers and porterage Taxes and service charges; gratuities to guides and drivers Not Included in Rates International airfare; passport fees; customary shipboard gratuities; alcoholic beverages other than wine at lunches and dinners; personal items and expenses; airport transfers for those not on group flights; baggage in excess of one suitcase; trip insurance; any other items not specifically mentioned as included. Optional Antigua Prelude $2,495 per person. Single supplement: $1,195. Includes three nights deluxe accommodations at the St. James Club; excursions as per itinerary; breakfast daily, two lunches and two dinners. NATIONAL TRUST FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION 1 RESERVATION APPLICATION GARDENS OF THE CARIBBEAN ABOARD SEA CLOUD II 1 JANUARY 13 TO 20, 2013 To reserve a place, please complete and return this form with your deposit of $1,500 per person (of which $350 is non-refundable for administrative fees) payable to National Trust Tours. Mail to: National Trust Tours, P.O. Box 418530, Boston, MA 02241-8530. NAME IN FULL AS ON PASSPORT DATE OF BIRTH NAME IN FULL AS ON PASSPORT DATE OF BIRTH ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP TELEPHONE (HOME) (BUSINESS) FAX E-MAIL National Trust Membership I/We am/are National Trust Members. My/Our membership number is I/We am/are not National Trust members. Please enroll us as members. Individual ($20) Family ($30) Accommodations Sea Cloud II Cabin Preference 1. 2. I wish to share a cabin with Optional Antigua Prelude I/We wish to join the optional prelude in Antigua ($2,495 per person; single supplement $1,195). Form of Payment Enclosed is my check (payable to National Trust Tours). Credit card deposit of $1,500 per person for a total of $ Final payment must be made by check. NAME AS ON CREDIT CARD 3- OR 4-DIGIT SECURITY CODE CREDIT CARD NUMBER EXPIRATION DATE Each participant must sign below. I/We confirm that I/we have carefully read and agree to the Terms & Conditions of this program. I/We agree to full payment by check 120 days before departure. SIGNATURE REQUIRED DATE SIGNATURE REQUIRED DATE For more information, please telephone the Tours Program at the National Trust at (888) 484-8785 or (202) 588-6300 web: www.preservationnation.org/tours email: tours@nthp.org
OPTIONAL PRELUDE ANTIGUA January 10 to 13, 2013 Antigua is a jewel among the group of Leeward Islands, so named because of their orientation away from the prevailing winds. Spend three nights at the charming St. James Club, situated on its own peninsula with ocean views and white sandy beaches. Discover the southern part of the island with Patrick Bowe, who will inform us about local garden history. Visit the restored Governor General s residence overlooking English Harbour and St. John s Anglican Cathedral, tour a black sugar farm and, by boat, explore the off-shore island of Barbuda, known for its bird sanctuary. Photos by John Voigt (top) and Josh Noteworthy (bottom). English Harbour, Antigua (top) and the bird sanctuary, Barbuda (bottom).
TERMS & CONDITIONS AIRFARE Academic Arrangements Abroad (AAA) will be pleased to assist with air travel arrangements for this program, including specially-negotiated group airfare when available, suggested group flights or your own individual requests. Complete details will be provided in your Confirmation Mailing. PAYMENT SCHEDULE $1,500 per person, payable to National Trust Tours, of which $350 is non-refundable for administrative fees, is required with the reservation application. Balance due by check 120 days prior to departure. CHANGES IN ITINERARY & COSTS The itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and AAA. All prices quoted are based on prevailing fuel prices, airfares and currency exchange rates in effect at the time of brochure printing and subject to change without notice. Deviations from the scheduled itinerary are at the expense of the individual. ELIGIBILITY National Trust for Historic Preservation tours are open to members only. Membership dues for 2013 are $30 for family and $20 for individual membership. The minimum age limit for the program is 14. Children must pay the full price, and those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. There is no maximum age limit. PLEASE NOTE: Participants must be in excellent health and able to participate in tour activities. Any physical condition that may require special medical attention (for example, the need of a wheelchair) must be reported at the time of your reservation. Participants must be able to walk on uneven surfaces and through extensive gardens. If you have any doubt about your ability to participate fully due to health conditions or disabilities, contact the National Trust at (888) 484-8785 or (202) 588-6300. The National Trust for Historic Preservation and AAA reserve the right to decline or retain any person as a member of this tour at any time. In such case, the refund will be limited to the actual cost of unused tour services. Please note: Sea Cloud II does not have an elevator. TRAVEL INSURANCE The National Trust for Historic Preservation strongly recommends that all tour participants purchase Trip Cancellation, Emergency Medical Evacuation, Accident/Sickness Medical, and Baggage insurance for their tour. Upon receipt of your initial tour deposit by National Trust Tours, a comprehensive travel insurance plan, underwritten by National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, PA, will be sent. Three options will be made available to all National Trust tour participants. This insurance offers important, time-sensitive benefits (varying with option selected) including: 1) Pre-existing Waiver, which waives the pre-existing medical condition exclusion; 2) Terrorism/Default, which protects for certain Terrorist acts and financial default of an airline, cruise line, or tour operator; and 3) Cancel for Any Reason optional benefit: Providing coverage for you cancelling your trip for many reasons that were previously not covered under a traditional trip cancellation policy. To qualify for these time-sensitive benefits, (a) you must purchase the Plus or Elite option within 15/21 days (depending on option selected) of the date of your confirmation letter from National Trust Tours receiving your initial deposit; (b) you insure all prepaid trip costs that are subject to cancellation penalties or restrictions; and (c) you are not disabled from travel at the time you pay your premium. 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The agent reserves the right to decline to accept or retain any person as a member of the tour at any time. In such case the refund will be limited to the actual cost of the unused land tour services. The sole responsibility of any airline used in any tour is limited to that set out in the passenger contract evidenced by the ticket. Any ARC/IATA carriers used are not responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not aboard their planes or conveyances. Similar responsibilities as noted above apply to all types of carriers. Copyright 2012 Arrangements Abroad, Inc. CST 2059789-40 On the front cover: Sea Cloud II. On the back cover: Doorway in Antigua, photo by Towle Neu (top) and a port in Tortola, photo by denisema4 (bottom).
HISTORY & GARDENS OF THE CARIBBEAN ROUNDTRIP ANTIGUA ABOARD SEA CLOUD II JANUARY 13 TO 20, 2013 1785 MASSACHUSETTS AVENUE, N.W. WASHINGTON, D.C. 20036 PHONE: (888) 484-8785 or (202) 588-6300 WEB SITE: www.preservationnation.org/tours EMAIL: tours@nthp.org PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID BURLINGTON, VT PERMIT NO. 601 HISTORY & GARDENS OF THE CARIBBEAN JANUARY 13 TO 20, 2013