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Now is the time to discover the most up-to-date information about AAA Travel’s group trips and travel presentations.
As many experienced AAA travelers already know, Discoveries is the best choice for quality, value-packed vacations with the convenience and benefits of escorted group travel. A selection of Discoveries cruises and tours currently scheduled for 2018 and 2019 is highlighted here and even more are listed on pages 12 and 13 of this issue of AAA Now! Our complete slate of currently available upcoming trips for 2018 through 2020 is listed, along with access to digital brochures, on AAA.com/Travel. Look for related destination articles in this issue of AAA Now!
Most of Discoveries’ cruises and tours conveniently begin right in Central PA by including round-trip transfers to docks to board a cruise ship or airports to commence a tour.
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Sunny Portugal
March 1 – 10, 2019
Discover for yourself why Portugal is the hidden gem of Western Europe. Begin with a 3-night stay in the coastal resort town of Cascais, on the Portuguese Riviera, as your base to tour Lisbon – the country’s historic capital and cultural hub. Then head to royal Sintra and medieval Obidos, plus sleepy villages and verdant vineyards along the Silver Coast. Journey through scenic countryside to the walled city of Evora, hilltop Monsaraz and its 13th century castle, and the pilgrimage site at Fatima. Taste renowned regional wines and stay at a country resort set among cork trees. The Algarve region features Sagres, home of Prince Henry the Navigator, and views from sea cliffs at the most southwestern point in Europe. Travel
to Faro, with its Roman walls and golden coastline. Visit
a cork factory, see how hand-painted azuelos tiles are made, and sample local food delicacies, olive oils and wines. Portugal is a pure delight!
Western Caribbean Cruise
March 16 – 23, 2019
Escape March winds and winter weather with Princess Cruises by taking a quick flight to Fort Lauderdale to board the luxurious Caribbean Princess. Set sail for Grand Cayman Island, Roatan in the Bay Islands of Honduras, Mahahual on Mexico’s Costa Maya, and the Mexican island of Cozumel, plus enjoy two days at sea. Each port reveals its local culture and attractions that range from superb snorkeling and diving in crystalline waters to exotic adventures in jungle habitats. Stroll white sand beaches, swim among coral gardens, explore impressive Mayan temple ruins, and shop duty-free. Life aboard the Caribbean Princess provides you with personal choices of relaxation and activities to suit your style.
Spotlight on San Antonio
with Nancy Ryan of BOB 94.9 FM
March 17 – 22, 2019
“Remember the Alamo,” and see so much more on this tour of the history and cultures of southern Texas. Fly from Harrisburg and unpack one time to stay all five nights at your centrally located hotel. Daily guided tours include the history of San Antonio and its Spanish Missions,
the Alamo, the South Texas Heritage Center, Botanical Gardens and the Texas Native Trail of Ecosystems. Take a narrated boat ride weaving along the city’s colorful canals bordering the renowned River Walk. Explore the rural
and picturesque Hill Country and tour the LBJ Ranch; visit Sandy Oaks Olive Orchard and the old-time Southwest town of Fredericksburg. Travel to the town of Waco to visit Magnolia Market at the Silos and Harp Design Co., as featured on the HGTV show “Fixer Upper.”
Splendid Sicily
March 30 – April 8, 2019
The “toe” of Italy’s “boot” points right at the Island of Sicily. Although Italians, Sicilians proudly point out their distinctions from mainlanders. Your tour begins in the capital, Palermo, replete with architectural masterpieces in Moorish, Norman and Baroque styles; taste traditional foods at an open-air market. Visit the village of Corleone, namesake of “The Godfather” film family. Tread the medieval streets of seaside Cefalu, home to a magnificent cathedral. A country chef treats you to samples from ancestral recipes featuring a family farm’s ricotta cheese and locally grown produce. Visit Greek ruins at the Valley of Temples before traveling to the stunning Ionian Coast to stay in Taormina, where a Greek theatre, a domed cathedral and public gardens overlook the sea. Tour hilltop villages, including historic Savoca, a site for filming “The Godfather.” Siracusa is a treasure chest of ancient Greek archaeology; Neapolis features Greek and Roman antiquities. Bid arrivederci to Sicily while local musicians serenade you during a festive farewell dinner.
natural islets frequented by flying fish and sea turtles.
St. Lucia, famous for its dramatic twin volcanic peaks,
lush rainforests and unspoiled beaches, also offers tours
of banana plantations, fishing villages and soaks in hot springs. St. Kitts features fortresses and once-grand estates to tell the tales of colonial history. St. Maarten/St. Martin is a Dutch/French blend of cultures, cuisines and beach life; the butterfly farm is fabulous!
Yellowstone & Grand Teton Experience, a
Wildlife Safari
June 10 – 17, 2019
Two U.S. National Parks stand out for lovers of wild animals and natural history; both are featured on this unusual naturalist-led tour. Yellowstone is best known for Old Faithful geyser and thermal “paint pots.” Watch for bison, moose, elk, wolves and bear during wildlife safaris that also include the Yellowstone River’s Upper and Lower Falls, its Grand Canyon and Lake, plus Hayden Valley – home for herds of buffalo. A Snake River float trip provides perfect views of the magnificent Grand Tetons and native wildlife. Jackson Lake and Jenny Lake – and their famous lodges – and the town of Jackson add more indelible memories. Have your cameras ready for more wildlife as you travel through the Snake River Canyon,crossStarValleytoBearLake,andcoStn.tLinucuiea
via Logan Canyon to Antelope Island State Park on the Great Salt Lake. The Olympic Village at Park City and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir in Salt Lake City round out this wonderful tour’s route through four states: Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and Utah.
Bermuda Cruise
July 14 – 21, 2019
This is the easy way to celebrate summer with a sea and sand vacation! AAA transfers you right to the pier at
Cape Liberty, NJ, where you board the splendid Celebrity Summit for a cruise to always-popular Bermuda. This island, with its distinctive British accent and an upbeat Caribbean rhythm, is renowned for its pink sand beaches, pleasant residents, and plenty to do during your nearly three-day stay. Swim at famous Horseshoe Bay, shop in Hamilton and at Kings Wharf (right where your ship is docked), take a personalized tour by taxi to the historic town of St. Georges and gorgeous gardens. Climb a lighthouse for marvelous views, crew aboard an authentic America’s Cup racing yacht, swim with dolphins, and feel those balmy breezes under a full moon.
Southern Caribbean Cruise
April 6 – 18, 2019
Celebrate your survival through another drab, dark
winter with a conveniently arranged cruise to the colorful Caribbean. Begin by boarding AAA’s transfer motor coach in Central PA to set sail from Baltimore aboard Royal Caribbean’s popular Grandeur of the Seas. After a few days of fun at sea, you are in heart of the islands in the sun. St. Croix, in the U.S. Virgin Islands, shares its stories of sugar mills and plantations with tastings of rums; rainforest preserves provide opportunities for active adventures. Antigua’s maritime history is on view at Nelson’s Dockyard;
go snorkeling from a sailing catamaran or kayaking among
Ireland
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