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Northern Lights and the Wildlife of Manitoba
Greek and Turkish Wonders — Istanbul to Athens SEPTEMBER 16 - 25
SEPTEMBER 1 - 6
Venture into the vast Canadian north a remote tundra teeming with glacial landforms, boreal forest and beautiful wilderness accessible only by plane or boat. Stay in a supremely outfitted lodge that will be home base amidst days filled with wildlife spotting and outdoor adventures and evenings featuring delicious dinners followed by opportunities to watch for the northern lights. Northern Manitoba is considered to be one of the best places in the world to view this phenomenon and fall is considered the best time to comfortably view the aurora borealis and to experience the other wonders of this extraordinary region. Discover the uniqueness of the area during guided interpretive tours focusing on wildlife, botany and geography and learn about local plant life the First Nations Peoples used for food sources and medicines.
Voyage to the eastern Mediterranean and the Black Sea on this nine-night cruise aboard Oceania Cruises’ Nautica . Planned specifically for the culturally curious, this cruise seeks out authentic experiences of lesser-known European cultures and explores their Greek and Roman roots in depth. Explore folk customs, remote villages and authentic cuisine in culture-rich Bulgaria, Romania and Ukraine. Discover Byzantine treasures on a stroll past historic churches and museums. Catch a show of Romanian music and dance. In Turkey, marvel at the famed Library of Celsus and the Grand Theater as you pass marble roads carved with chariot marks. Make your way to sunny Greece. Snap photos of the iconic, blue-domed buildings from Santorini’s highest peak and take a beach day in Mykonos. FROM $3,399 PER PERSON, INCLUDING AIRFARE FROM SELECT CITIES
FROM $7,395 PER PERSON, PLUS AIRFARE
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Vancouver to Toronto on VIA Rail’s The Canadian
Embark on a seven-day cruise aboard the Amadeus Provence , along the rivers Rhône and Saône with prime opportunities to experience golf in southern France. Select golf courses provide a superb golfing experience combining beautiful natural settings with technical challenges. If you prefer, savor a morning guided tour of Lyon, France’s culinary capital and third largest city. Revel in this UNESCO World Heritage city that’s home to Beaujolais wine and is the second biggest center for the Renaissance after Florence. Follow in the footsteps of Van Gogh in Arles, a town steeped in history that dates back to a Greek settlement and see the provincial countryside that inspired works of many artists. Accommodations for the week feature gourmet dining and onboard facilities including a swimming pool, lido bar, gym, hair salon and massage room. Passions & Pursuits River Cruise: Golfing in Southern France SEPTEMBER 20 - 28
SEPTEMBER 7 - 13
Join this once-in-a-lifetime small group train trip from Vancouver across the expanse of five provinces, from the Pacific Northwest through the Canadian Rockies. Enjoy upgraded Prestige Class premium accommodations onboard VIA Rail’s The Canadian , providing the perfect combination of modern and elegant cabins, private concierge service, delightful meals prepared by onboard chefs, all-inclusive bar service and observation cars that allow for unobstructed viewing of Canada’s great wilderness. This journey brings back the golden age of train travel and is what travel is meant to be. Enjoy stops in Kamloops, Jasper, Edmonton and travel through Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and Winnipeg. With time to explore Victoria, Niagara Falls and Toronto during the optional pre- tour and post-tour, it’s a unique opportunity to get to know the beauty and history of our northern neighbor.
FROM $6,695 PER PERSON, PLUS AIRFARE
FROM $4,795 PER PERSON, PLUS AIRFARE
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