Page 11 - AAA Now! – AAA Central Penn – July/August 2022

TRAVEL AGENCY
EASTERN CARIBBEAN DREAM CRUISE
with Royal Caribbean International
March 5 – 12, 2023
Escape to the tropical islands of the Caribbean aboard the Oasis of the Seas®. Cruise away from winter with a fun-filled day at sea before arriving at Royal Caribbean’s private resort, Labadee. Here you can enjoy the fascinating Arawak Aqua Park or hop on the longest zip line over the water. If beachside napping is more your speed, relax in a sea view cabana overlooking the action at Nellie’s Beach. Beautiful beaches, an ancient fortress and a beguiling Latin beat await you in Puerto Rico. An overnight hop to the U.S. Virgin Islands brings you to St. Thomas, a favorite port for centuries of pirates and sailors, today the island is renowned for Magens Bay beach and stunning turquoise water. Round out your ports of call with the Perfect Day CocoCay, Bahamas experience, a favorite port for many cruisers.
AAANOW!
SUNNY PORTUGAL
with AAA Member Choice Vacations
April 15 – 24, 2023
Portugal, Spain’s quiet western neighbor, always
receives rave reviews from visitors. Often
overlooked by tourists, this undervalued European
gem, is distinctly different from Spain. Its allure rises
from its own colorful traditions, history, culture and people. This specially curated tour visits numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The capital, Lisbon, welcomes you with spacious avenues, tree-lined squares and an amazing array of culture. The country’s rich history is revealed in the medieval walled city of Evora and Monsaraz, a hilltop village surrounded by cork trees and vineyards. While here, you’ll
dine on Alentejo’s regional cuisine and wines. Then, as you continue south, postcard-worthy coastlines brushing against crystal clear water, stunning cliffs plunging into rocky waves below and awe-inspiring vistas will leave you speechless – this is the Algarve. Here in the Portuguese Rivera, geraniums, camellias and oleanders grow alongside fig, orange and almond trees, while brightly colored boats bob on the seas. Protected by hills to the north and warmed by the sea, the Algarve’s mild climate and beautiful beaches rank among the best in the world and provide the perfect setting for a relaxing getaway.
PRESIDENT’S TOUR – GREAT BRITAIN
FEATURING THE CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW
with Insight Vacations
May 19 – 28, 2023
Join AAA Central Penn President & CEO Jodie Daubert and experience the finer things in life with this once-in-a-lifetime trip to Britain and the Chelsea Flower Show. Immerse yourself in the botanical world and explore some of the finest gardens in England. Botanists, horticulturalists and amateur gardeners alike will delight in this enchanting journey inspired by beauty. We start in London where you can shop in the vibrant West End and take in famous sights such as Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace. Along our journey, you’ll have the opportunity to meet head gardeners and lifelong experts as we explore Britain’s best castles, cathedrals
and country houses. Experience the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew and spend time in the beautiful Cotswolds – home of one of Britain’s best-loved gardens, RHS Wisely. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage
City of Bath to see the impressive Abbey and Roman baths from which the city derives its name. Explore Oxford, discover Windsor, walk in the footsteps of Shakespeare and visit Anne Hathaway’s cottage, before returning to London to experience the famous Chelsea Flower Show. Renowned as one of the greatest, most colorful flower shows in the world, the Royal Horticultural Society Chelsea Flower Show brings the best of blooms and the latest trends in landscaping to the public eye.
Ask about a Porto extension.
Book an air inclusive package by October 16, 2022 and receive $200 OFF PER PERSON!
BEST OF EASTERN CANADA
with Trafalgar
May 26 – June 3, 2023
Offering the best of all things east, take in Canada’s cosmopolitan cities, French and British heritage and majestic landscapes. Dive into Canadian culture and embrace Canada’s national sport, learning the secrets and superstitions of hockey players as a professional coach walks you through a day in the life of a hockey player. Cruise the Thousand Islands and discover the traditions of Québec City. See traditional powwow dancing in Ottawa and watch the cascading waters of Niagara Falls. Visit a black currant farm in Québec’s Eastern Townships and meet the owner for a tour and tasting. Discover vibrant Montréal, and its crown jewel the Notre Dame Basilica, all of this and more are part of this Best of Eastern Canada tour.
ALASKA: OFF THE BEATEN PATH WITH KENAI FJORDS & COPPER RIVER
with Princess Cruises
July 7 – 22, 2023
A special Alaskan adventure, this tour also includes a seven-night Princess Cruises’ Voyage of the Glaciers cruise. Fly to Fairbanks to pan for gold and travel like a prospector aboard a river sternwheeler. Ride the rails on glass-dome train cars to Denali National Park where two nights at Princess’ Wilderness Lodge offers you many activities, including a Tundra Wilderness Tour. During the tour, watch for glimpses of the “Big Five:” bears, wolf, caribou, moose and Dall sheep; while, of course, wallowing in the view of the glorious mountain named Denali. Travel to remote Copper River and Wrangell-St. Elias National Park for magnificent mountains and traditional cultures. Visit the Kenai Peninsula for wilderness activities, including sled dog mushing or river rafting. Board the luxurious Majestic Princess at Whittier to commence your cruise to Hubbard Glacier and Glacier Bay, then to the ports of Skagway, Juneau, and Ketchikan, each with its own authentic Alaskan attractions from eagle refuges to Misty Fjords. Your cruise continues through the scenic Inside Passage to conclude in Vancouver.
SCENIC SEATTLE, PORTLAND & THE OREGON COAST
With Trafalgar
July 8 – 15, 2023
Connect with rugged wilderness, scenic landscapes, cities and coastal towns as you blaze a trail and stay at the rustic Lake Quinault Lodge
in lush Olympic National Park. Enjoy an exclusive gourmet lunch on a vineyard with the area’s signature Pinot Noir in the Willamette Valley. Tour waterfall-lined Columbia River Highway and step back in time to the historic coastal towns of Astoria, the oldest American settlement west of the Rocky Mountains. A guided tour of the Starbucks Reserve Roastery, complete with a brewing demonstration is just the start of the opportunity to sip, savor and devour incredible food in Seattle and Portland.
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