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MAYAN MOSAIC Aboard Sirena MIAMI to MIAMI • JANUARY 25 – FEBRUARY 1, 2020 MAYAN MOSAIC aboard Sirena MIAMI TO MIAMI • JANUARY 25 – FEBRUARY 1, 2020 BOOK BY SEP 20, 2019 2-FOR-1 CRUISE FARES & FREE UNLIMITED INTERNET Featuring OLife Choice: INCLUDES ROUND-TRIP AIRFARE* PLUS, CHOICE OF 4 FREE SHORE EXCURSIONS**, OR FREE BEVERAGE PACKAGE***, OR $400 SHIPBOARD CREDIT ABOVE OFFERS ARE PER STATEROOM, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY SPONSORED BY: MAYAN MOSAIC IS PROUD TO BE THE #1 SELLER OF 7 NIGHTS ABOARD SIRENA • JANUARY 25 – FEBRUARY 1, 2020 MIAMI TO MIAMI FEATURING: KEY WEST • ROATÁN • HARVEST CAYE • COSTA MAYA 2-FOR-1 CRUISE FARES & FREE UNLIMITED INTERNET Featuring OLife Choice: INCLUDES ROUND-TRIP AIRFARE* PLUS, CHOICE OF 4 FREE SHORE EXCURSIONS**, OR FREE BEVERAGE PACKAGE***, OR $400 SHIPBOARD CREDIT ABOVE OFFERS ARE PER STATEROOM, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY IF BOOKED BY SEPTEMBER 20, 2019 FOLLOW GO NEXT TRAVEL: V1 PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID The University of Kentucky Alumni Association PERMIT #32322 TWIN CITIES, MN 492-1 MayanMosaic V1 Helen G. King Alumni House Costa Maya, Mexico Maya, Costa 400 Rose Street Lexington, KY 40506-0119 Cover Image: Chacchoben DEAR ALUMNI AND FRIENDS, Journey to the tropical paradise of the Caribbean and Mexico on this seven-night cruise aboard Oceania Cruises’ Sirena. Begin your voyage in Miami, “America’s Riviera,” where the Art Deco District and the Latin flavors of Little Havana entice visitors from around the world. Set sail for colorful Key West—this memorable island offers a unique combination of relaxed hospitality, distinctive architecture, and rich maritime history. See the local establishments where Ernest Hemingway once shared his big-game fishing exploits or visit Harry Truman’s “Little White House.” Continue through the Gulf of Mexico and into the Caribbean Sea to Roatán, home to white sand beaches, clear topaz waters, and the Great Mayan Reef, the second-largest barrier reef in the world. Spend the day snorkeling, sunbathing, or exploring the natural habitat up close. Sail on to the island paradise of Harvest Caye just off the coast of Belize, which invites you to adventure in its remarkably biodiverse surroundings. Visit the Blue Morpho Butterfly Sanctuary or relax at the beach. Before your journey ends in Miami, spend a day in Costa Maya, where you can swim among the marine life that inhabits the pristine coral reef or seek out the area’s fascinating Mayan ruins hidden deep in the jungle. Travel to these wonderful ports with Go Next, the alumni cruise leader, and its preferred cruise partner, Oceania Cruises, offering the best value in upscale cruising. Discover the outstanding benefits of traveling with Go Next, from the thoughtful assistance of the Guest Interaction Specialists and the expertise of the exclusive on-site Go Next Program Managers, to the camaraderie of exploring the world with like-minded travelers. Go Next handles the details, so you can relax and immerse yourself in each extraordinary destination. Join fellow alumni on this journey aboard Oceania Cruises’ elegant Sirena, an award-winning ship with world-class cuisine and amenities. Space is limited, so sign up now for the best choice of stateroom category. The OLife Choice offer––including round-trip airfare* and your stateroom’s choice of four free shore excursions, a free House Select Beverage Package, or $400 shipboard credit—is available only until September 20, 2019. Go Big Blue, Timothy L. Walsh Associate Vice President for Alumni Engagement Executive Director, UK Alumni Association SPACE IS LIMITED. BOOK NOW! OFFERS EXPIRE SEPTEMBER 20, 2019 CALL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 800.842.9023 OR 952.918.8950 FAX: 952.918.8975 www.GoNext.com/Mayan20 Harvest Caye Rhode Island TRAVEL INSURANCE We strongly suggest purchasing travel insurance. Travel insurance information will be sent to you by the University of Kentucky Alumni Association with your confirmation letter or you can visit www.ukalumni.net/travelinsurance. 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GN RESERVES THE RIGHT, IF NECESSARY OR ADVISABLE, TO SUBSTITUTE beforehand and ensure the care and conditions you need will be available. HOTELS BUT IS NOT OBLIGED TO DO SO. REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS: If you change plans or cancel, your rights to a refund are BAGGAGE: GN CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR LUGGAGE LOST OR DAMAGED. YOU limited. Upon receipt of written cancellation from you, the following cancellation fees will apply SHOULD GIVE IMMEDIATE NOTICE OF ANY LOST OR DAMAGED LUGGAGE TO THE INVOLVED AIR (indicated in days prior to initial flight departure). CARRIER, HOTEL, CRUISE LINE, AND TO YOUR OWN INSURANCE COMPANY. Cruise Program Cancellation Fees: AIRCRAFT AND CRUISE LINE BOARDING: GN CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR AIRLINE 121 days or more = $200 per person OR CRUISE LINE DELAYS. 120-91 days = $450 per person All persons must also present a passport with at least six months validity beyond their return date 90-76 days = 25% of total fare when boarding. 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