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CANADA & NEW ENGLAND CRUISE
with Princess Cruises
October 8 – 15, 2022
Autumn awaits aboard the lovely Enchanted Princess® with port calls in New England and Maritime Provinces of Canada. Newport Rhode Island displays its legendary wealth on tours of magnificent mansions and a yacht-filled harbor. Boston features historic sites, first class museums and waterfront venues to remember forever. Acadia National Park, whale-watching cruises and bikes for seaside rides beckon you to Bar Harbor, Maine. See the famous Reversing Falls in St. John, New Brunswick. Halifax, Nova Scotia offers a bit of Canadian history with
its Citadel fortress and Victoria-style gardens; and for the collector of lighthouses, you won’t want to miss Peggy’s Cove.
SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN WINTER ESCAPE CRUISE
with Royal Caribbean
January 13 – 24, 2023
Escape winter with AAA aboard Royal Caribbean’s popular Anthem of the Seas®. Ring in the new year and recharge with two days at sea before arrival in vibrant San Juan, where Puerto Rico’s beaches, jungles, waterfalls, and historic district and fortress take center stage. Dutch St. Maarten/French St. Martin share an island with distinctive cultures and cuisines along with splendid beaches and eco-friendly activities. St. Kitts’ hills are ripe with eco-adventures; hike a dormant volcano or ride a sugar plantation’s double-decker train; Nevis is a snorkeler’s paradise. Volcanic St. Lucia has natural thermal pools and mud baths, and sparkling beaches. Antigua allures with British maritime history, a lively market, and sugar plantation windmills. The various ports of a call, plenty of fun, time to unwind, and the lack of Pennsylvania’s winter weather make this the perfect winter escape.
SUNNY PORTUGAL
with AAA Member Choice Vacations Ask about a
April 15 – 24, 2023 Porto extension. Portugal, Spain’s quiet western neighbor,
always receives rave reviews from visitors. Often overlooked by tourists, this under-valued 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 in Monsaraz, a hilltop village surrounded by cork trees and vineyards. While here, you’ll dine on Alentejo 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.
AAA PRESIDENT’S GREAT BRITAIN
INCLUDING THE CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW
with Insight Vacations
May 19 – 28, 2023
Join AAA President 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 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 latest trends in landscaping to the public eye.
BALTIC MARVELS
with Oceania Cruises
June 13 – 21, 2023
The Baltic region boasts a kaleidoscope of cultures, languages, artistic traditions and ancient history, and cruising is the ideal way to experience the region. Travel with AAA from Copenhagen, Denmark to Stockholm, Sweden on this unique voyage around the Baltic Sea. Start in the
lovely city of Copenhagen, with its quaint old harbor and charming canals. Enjoy time in Berlin, and experience Brandenburg Gate and Charlottenburg Palace, well known German landmarks. Step back in time as you walk through Tallinn, Estonia. This beautifully preserved medieval city will help you discover the true essence of the area. Visit the exquisite cathedrals and palaces of St. Petersburg, before heading to Helsinki to admire stunning modern architecture, lovely parks and open- air markets. End your 7-night sailing in Stockholm, Sweden, a lovely city with a charming “old town” and elegant royal palace.
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CALIFORNIA DREAMIN’:
MONTEREY, YOSEMITE & NAPA
with AAA Member Choice Vacations
March 13 – 20, 2023
From the rugged coastline of the Pacific
Ocean to Yosemite National Park, Lake Tahoe to Napa Valley, the scenery, history, and culture of northern California is unparalleled. Monterey, a seaside city with rich history and gorgeous scenery provides the perfect place to start our tour. We’ll travel the famed 17-mile drive to Carmel,
then head east through California’s Central Valley and along the foothills
of the Sierra Nevada. Towering sequoias and soaring granite peaks like Half Dome and El Capitan will leave you in awe at Yosemite National
Park, a true treasure of the American West. Enjoy a bit of the past in Old Sacramento – a historic Gold Rush-era neighborhood. Meanwhile, a traditional paddle wheel boat is just the thing for a cruise on the pristine waters of Lake Tahoe. Learn about the art of winemaking and raise a glass in toast to your California adventure. Free time is included to enjoy San Francisco as you please.
12 I MARCH/APRIL 2022 I DISCOVERIES EDITION
Ask about a San Francisco extension.
PRESIDENT’S TRIP