TRAVEL PLANNING GUIDE Cruising the Adriatic: Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia & Herzegovina 2020 Small Groups: 20-25 travelers—guaranteed! (average of 22) Overseas Adventure Travel ® Small Ships, Smaller Groups, Undiscovered Ports 1 Overseas Adventure Travel ® 347 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210 Dear Traveler, For centuries, history's most intrepid explorers have gazed upon the horizon in search of life- changing discoveries. We invite to you to join their ranks—and seek out unforgettable experiences aboard our 16- to 210-passenger small ships, in groups of 20-25 travelers (with an average of 22). In the following pages, you'll find detailed information on this special Small Ship Adventure. We know that you have numerous options available to you as you make your travel plans, but only O.A.T. offers you the most immersive, authentic travel experience. Plus, with the lowest prices in small ship travel, and FREE or low-cost Single Supplements on all of our trips, you won't find a better value—guaranteed. We believe that travel is about immersion—and our small groups and smaller ships are key to making travel dreams a reality. Aboard a member of our award-winning small ship fleet—recently ranked #2 on Travel + Leisure's Top 10 "World's Best" Small Ship Ocean Cruise Lines for 2018—you'll embark on an active exploration of your dream destination with like-minded American travelers who share your passion for discovery. With your small ship's easy access to intimate, off-the-beaten-path destinations, you'll explore the highlights and hidden gems of each port of call—all while gaining even richer insights from the people who know your destination best. We're the only small ship company to provide local Trip Leaders, who are trained and eager to share their insider's take with you and your small group. So whether you travel solo or with a friend or spouse, you'll always have a dedicated expert by your side to make sure you feel engaged and secure. These enthusiastic residents are one of the main reasons our travelers cite for why they make their world discoveries with us. Plus, you now have the freedom to personalize your adventure with O.A.T. For example, you can customize your air experience, start your trip early or stay longer with our optional pre- and post-trip extensions, or choose to "break away" on your own to arrive early and refreshed before your trip begins. We hope you enjoy the information inside—our Adventure Specialists are available at 1-800- 955-1925 to answer any questions you may have. Thank you for your interest, and we look forward to welcoming you aboard. Warm regards, Alan E. Lewis Harriet R. Lewis Chairman Vice Chairman Overseas Adventure Travel P.S. Visit us online to find our ever-growing collection of videos and films about our adventures—from independent films featuring the destinations you'll visit to itinerary highlights, Trip Leaders, trip extensions, and more. Go to www.oattravel.com and enjoy the show! 2 1073 POD PMA-LET.indd 1 5/31/12 4:11 PM WHAT’S INSIDE TRIP SUMMARY It’s Included . 4 Departure Dates and Prices . 5 Deck Plans . 6 Freedom to Personalize Your Experience . 8 DETAILED DAY-TO-DAY ITINERARY . 9 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THIS TRIP. 33 Travel Documents & Entry Requirements . 35 Health . 37 Money Matters . 40 Preparing for Your Trip . 45 Packing . 48 Climate . 55 Aboard Your Ship . 58 About Your Destinations . 63 Demographics & History . 69 Resources . 74 MAP . 79 3 Explore aboard our privately owned 50-passenger M/V Artemis or M/V Athena Cruising the Adriatic: Croatia & Montenegro Small Ship Adventure Croatia: Zagreb, Zadar, Split, Hvar, Vrboska, Dubrovnik, Korcula, Sibenik, Zadar, Zagreb |̵mŋłŶāłāėũŋ̆bŋŶŋũ̵ Countries: 1 | Cities: 9 | 10 Nights Aboard Our Privately Owned˔ˏ̟Öŭŭāłėāũ M/V Artemis or M/V Athena Small Groups: 20-25 travelers—guaranteed! It’s Included (average of 22) • International airfare, airport transfers, • Services of our local Trip Experience government taxes, fees, and airline fuel Leader with your group of 20-25 $ surcharges, unless you choose to make (average of 22) throughout 15 days from 3595 your own air arrangements your adventure Includes international airfare • Accommodations for 3 nights in Zagreb, • Gratuities for local guides and Travel from only $240 a day 10 nights aboard our privately owned motorcoach drivers small ship with wireless Internet access • All port charges • 38 meals: 14 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 14 days from $ • Baggage handling for 1 piece of luggage 2495 13 dinners—plus all onboard house Without international airfare per person, including tips beer, wine, and soft drinks • 5% Frequent Traveler Credit toward • 13 guided tours (with personal FREE Single Supplement available your next trip headsets) and cultural experiences Maximize Your Discoveries & Value To get a richer view of the Included Features on this adventure, watch our Trip Itinerary video at www.oattravel.com/mwt2020 Optional extensions: Ljubljana, Slovenia 4 nights pre-trip from $795 Travel from only $199 per night New! Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina 4 nights post-trip from $995 Travel from only $249 per night Hvar, Croatia C ruising the Adriatic: Croatia & Montenegro 4 Cruising the Adriatic: FREEDOM TO PERSONALIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE From spending more time in a favorite city to upgrading your Croatia & Montenegro air itinerary, our Adventure Specialists are here to discuss your personalization options at 1-800-955-1925. Visit 2020 Dates & Prices www.oattravel.com/personalize-mwt2020 for details. To calculate your trip price with airfare, add deck price to air add-ons below. CABIN CATEGORY JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH OCTOBER NOV 4-14 NOV 21, 24 DEC 1-21 A Upper Deck $2995$3395$3995$3695$3095$3295$2795 B$28(Cabins with private balcony) 95$3295$3895$3595$2995$3195$2695 C Main Deck $2795$3195$3795$3495$2895$3095$2595 D$2(Cabins with portholes) 695$3095$3695$3395$2795$2995$2495 JANUARY-MARCH; Air Add-Ons NOVEMBER; DEC 1, 4 OCTOBER; DEC 11-21 New York, Newark $1100 $1200 Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia, Portland, San Diego, Washington, DC $1200 $1300 Atlanta, Dallas, Detroit, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Minneapolis, Orlando, $1300 $1400 San Francisco, Seattle, Tampa Denver, Phoenix $1400 $1500 Additional departure cities are available. Upgrade to Business Class may be available for the international portion of your flight. Call for details. MWT2020 Ship & Cruise Direction ZADAR TO ZADAR Prices are per person. Airfare prices include government taxes, fees, and airline fuel surcharges. DEPARTURE SHIP Standard Terms & Conditions apply, please visit our 10/25; 11/4, 11/14, 11/24; 12/4, 12/14 M/V Arethusa website: www.oattravel.com/tc. Every effort has been made to produce this information accurately. We reserve 1/3, 1/13, 1/23; 3/3, 3/13M/V Artemis the right to correct errors. 1/20, 1/30; 2/19, 2/29; 11/11, 11/21; 12/1, 12/11, 12/21 M/V Athena For specific departure dates, current availability, and detailed pricing, visit www.oattravel.com/mwt2020pricing LIMITED FREE OR LOW-COST RESERVE EARLY & SAVE SHARE YOUR LOVE OF TRAVEL SINGLE SUPPLEMENT with our Good Buy Plan New travelers you refer will Once single rooms are sold out, The earlier you pay by check or instantly save $100, and you’ll double rooms at a low cost of electronic funds transfer, earn increasing rewards— $695 are available. When filled, the more you SAVE! up to a FREE trip! call us about our Roommate For details, visit For details, visit Matching Program. www.oattravel.com/gbd www.oattravel.com/va Publication Date 9/27/19 Information & Reservations 1-800-955-1925 www.oattravel.com/mwt2020 5 Mediterranean Small Ships Small Ship Adventures aboard our privately owned, award-winning, 50-passenger small ships During your travels in the Mediterranean—including the Aegean and Adriatic seas and French and Italian Rivieras—you’ll be cruising aboard one of our exclusive 50-passenger small ships. The M/V Athena, M/V Artemis, and M/V Arethusa were designed and built to carry just two groups of 20-25 (average of 22) travelers, each with its own local Trip Leader. These ships are the perfect size to navigate the islands and shores of the Mediterranean— and then slip into the smaller ports and harbors for the night, well away from the larger cruise ships. Shipboard Features • Restaurant with single, open seating: Savor regionally-inspired • Complimentary wireless Internet access: Connect online in dishes or American favorites during all buffets and table-service cabins and common areas. Please note: Connectivity may be limited meals. at certain points throughout your cruise. • Comfortable lounge: Relax with old friends and new, and • Outdoor common areas: Relish coastal views from your seat on participate in onboard discussions and lectures. the Sun Deck—perhaps with a cocktail from the outdoor bar. • Complimentary beverages: Enjoy house beer and house wine—as • English-speaking crew: Enjoy dedicated attention from our well as soft drinks—at any time of day while onboard. international staff throughout your voyage. Plus, all shipboard announcements are made in English for your convenience. 6 MEDITERRANEAN SMALL SHIPS CABIN CATEGORIES Bar & Grill Cabin with private balcony – A 150-170 sq. ft. Wheelhouse B Cabin with private balcony – Sun Deck 150-170 sq. ft. Cabin with portholes – C 160 sq. ft. 318 316 314 312 310 308 306 304 302 Cabin with portholes – D 160 sq. ft. 319 317 315 311 309 307 305 303 301 Single cabin with portholes – S 140 sq. ft. Upper Deck Registry: Malta Bar 206 204 202 Length: 193 ft. Restaurant Lounge Reception Beam: 35 ft. 205 203 201 Draft: 10 ft.