Exploring Scotland & Ireland featuring Northern Ireland June 16 – 28, 2019 Presented by Claremont McKenna College Alumni Association
An educational travel program designed as an optional extension of CMC’s 30th annual Euromeet weekend in Edinburgh, Scotland June 14 – 16, 2019.
Karen Goodrich Travelstore VIP
18881 Von Karman Ave. Suite 1400 Irvine, CA 92612 949.930.9288 direct // 949.930.9261 fax
13 Days ● 17 Meals: 11 Breakfasts, 6 Dinners Per Person Land Rates*: Double $3,799 Single $4,449; Triple $3,749
Not included in price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $295 per person, Hotel Transfers and Round Trip Air
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Collette Must-See Culinary
Experiences Inclusions Inclusions Explore the ruins of Tour the "Fair City" of Sample the "Water of
historic Urquhart Castle Dublin with a local guide. Life" at a Scottish whisky
on the banks of Loch Embark on a scenic distillery. Ness. cruise on beautiful Loch Join in the fun during a
Be transported to a Ness. night of traditional Irish bygone era during a Set out on a walking tour food and entertainment. traditional “night on the of Derry featuring its
town” in 20th century medieval city walls.
Ulster. Embark on one of the world’s most breathtaking rail journeys along the
Causeway Coast.
Highlights: Edinburgh, Choice on Tour, Whisky Distillery, Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, Glasgow, Belfast, Titanic Experience, Giant's Causeway, The Causeway Coast Rail Journey, Derry, Glenveagh
National Park, Dublin, Castle Stay
Day 1: Sunday, June 16, 2019 Day 3: Tuesday, June 18, 2019 Overnight Flight From rugged Edinburgh Today it’s your choice! natural beauty to vibrant and historical Get acquainted with this regal city on cities, the diverse charms of Scotland a locally guided panoramic tour; and Ireland await. explore both Old Town and New
Day 2: Monday, June 17, 2019 Town before visiting the Palace at Edinburgh, Scotland - Tour Begins Holyroodhouse,* the Queen’s official Your tour opens in Edinburgh, residence in Edinburgh and former Scotland’s capital city. Tonight, home of Mary Queen of Scots -OR- experience how traditional Scottish for a different perspective, join a local ingredients are getting a modern twist expert for an in-depth walking tour of during a welcome dinner at one of the Edinburgh’s Old Town; meander the city’s popular restaurants. (D) cobbled streets and narrow alleyways before descending into the city’s hotel, located in a charming village in underground vaults to uncover a world the Highlands. (B, D) unchanged since the 18th century. (B) Day 6: Friday, June 21, 2019 Day 4: Wednesday, June 19, 2019 Ballachulish or Tyndrum - Glasgow Edinburgh - St. Andrews - Begin your day with a breathtaking Inverness Travel to St. Andrews, the drive in the heart of Scotland as you beautiful town in the Kingdom of Fife pass through Glencoe and Rannoch that gave the world the game of golf – Moor. Arrive in the Victorian to see the Royal and Ancient metropolis of Glasgow, Scotland’s Clubhouse and the famous Old largest city. Take in the sights with a Course. Next, stop at Pitlochry, a local expert before enjoying an vibrant Victorian town. Discover its evening at leisure in this bustling city. old-world appeal as you explore this (B) popular resort town on your own. Day 7: Saturday, June 22, 2019 Enjoy a privately guided tour at one Glasgow - Ferry Crossing - Belfast, of Scotland’s renowned whisky Northern Ireland This morning, distilleries and taste for yourself why travel along the scenic Ayrshire coast Highland malt whisky is considered to your ferry. Cross the famed Irish the world’s finest. (B, D) Sea as we head for Northern Ireland’s Day 5: Thursday, June 20, 2019 capital city of Belfast. Later you are Inverness - Loch Ness – invited to a traditional Irish céilí. This Ballachulish or Tyndrum This experience takes you back to the morning take a scenic cruise on cobblestoned streets and Irish fare of Loch Ness before disembarking at turn of the century Ulster. Enjoy a hot the base of famed Urquhart Castle. toddy or a glass of Guinness as you Explore the ruins of this historic lose yourself in the rousing music. stronghold where acts of chivalry and Then it’s time to dance! (B, D) defiance exhibit more than 1,000 Day 8: Sunday, June 23, 2019 years of Scottish history. Continue Belfast Enjoy a privately guided south through Scotland’s stunning tour of Belfast, Northern Ireland’s Great Glen before arriving at your largest city. Learn about the struggles in this great city’s history as you pass traditional music at one of the city’s through its distinctive neighborhoods. best farm-to-table restaurants. (B)
See “Samson” and “Goliath,” the Day 10: Tuesday, June 25, 2019 massive cranes of the Belfast Derry - County Donegal - shipyard. Complete today’s tour with Glenveagh National Park - a visit to the award-winning Titanic Enniskillen Today’s journey Experience museum. (B) showcases the rugged beauty of Day 9: Monday, June 24, 2019 County Donegal. Visit spectacular Belfast - Glens of Antrim - Giant's Glenveagh National Park, a natural Causeway - Derry Venture along the wonderland with 40,000 acres of stunning Antrim Coastal Route, mountains, lakes and woodland. stopping at the Giant’s Causeway, a Enjoy a guided visit to stately UNESCO World Heritage site. Glenveagh Castle, set amidst the Formed by volcanic activity millions colorful splendor of one of the finest of years ago, the causeway resembles gardens in Ireland. (B, D) an old cobbled road leading mystically Day 11: Wednesday, June 26, 2019 into the sea. Then, embark on one of Enniskillen - Barberstown Castle, the world’s most beautiful railway Republic of Ireland After a leisurely journeys along the Causeway morning, depart on a journey through Coast.** Soak up the incredible the scenic countryside and cross into scenery before arriving in the walled the Republic of Ireland. We end our city of Derry. Set out on a walking day at Barberstown Castle, a regal tour featuring the medieval city walls, 13th-century castle and country house St. Augustine's Cathedral, and the hotel in the heart of Ireland’s Ancient Guildhall. This evening, perhaps you East. (B) will discover why Derry is one of Ireland’s best kept secrets during an Day 12: Thursday, June 27, 2019 optional evening of storytelling and Barberstown Castle - Dublin - Barberstown Castle A locally guided tour of Dublin highlights the world- Itinerary at a glance renowned St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Day 1 Overnight Flight O’Connell Street, Grafton Street, Days 2, 3 Radisson Collection Hotel Phoenix Park and the city’s Royal Mile Edinburgh, magnificent rows of lovely Georgian Edinburgh town homes. Spend the rest of your Day 4 Palace Hotel, Inverness day at leisure as you delve further into Dublin's cultural treasures. This Day 5 Glencoe Hotel, evening, toast the end of an incredible Ballachulish adventure during a farewell dinner at Day 6 Hotel Indigo Glasgow, your castle hotel. (B, D) Glasgow
Day 13: Friday, June 28, 2019 Days 7, 8 Maldron Hotel Belfast Barberstown Castle - Tour Ends City, Belfast Your tour comes to a close. (B) Day 9 City Hotel Derry, Derry
Day 10 Manor House Country
Hotel, Enniskillen Days 11, 12 Barberstown Castle, Straffan On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
Experience It! Titanic Experience in Belfast Perhaps the greatest moment to mark your time in Belfast will be your visit to the Titanic Experience museum. Belfast is, after all, the birthplace of the Titanic. Before you even enter the doors of this great museum, see “Samson” and “Goliath,” the massive cranes of the Belfast shipyard. As you make your way into the award-winning museum, prepare to be amazed; the museum extends over nine galleries and combines special effects, dark rides, full-scale reconstructions and interactive features to tell the Titanic’s tragic and unbelievable story in a truly fresh way. From her turn-of-the-century conception in Belfast to the discovery of the wreck, trace the ship’s full journey. It is an experience that will undoubtedly be a highlight of your tour.
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Days of features are interchangeable. Our air passengers will depart from Dublin airport. All transfers depart from the Kildare area for Dublin To complete your tour, we include roundtrip airport- airport. to-hotel transfers when purchasing our airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your own air, we Economy air rate and schedule are applicable for are pleased to provide you the option of purchasing groups of 10 or more traveling on the same flights these transfers. Please note that all transfers will and dates. leave at pre-scheduled times. A deposit of $250 per person is due upon **Trains from Coleraine to Derry are subject to reservation. Reservations are made on a first scheduling changes, maintenance and cancellation. come, first served basis. Reservations made after the deposit due date of December 10, 2018 This tour requires average physical activity. You are based upon availability. Final payment due should be in good health, able to climb stairs and by April 17, 2019. Deposits are refundable up walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven until December 17, 2018. grounds and cobblestone streets. CST#2006766-20 UBN#601220855 Nevada Sellers Please be advised many airlines do not provide of Travel Registration No. 2003-0279 advance seat assignments until check-in at the Rewards Join Travel Loyalty by Collette (TLC) through a simple online process after booking a trip. Once you depart, receive a $150 credit per person towards your next trip! It’s our way of rewarding our loyal travelers.† Learn more at www.gocollette.com/guided-travel#loyalty_program
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TRAVEL DATE: 6/16/2019 TERRITORY: W6 Exploring Scotland & Ireland featuring Northern RES#: 906767 Ireland For Reservations Contact: Travelstore VIP, 18881 Von Karman Ave. Suite 1400, Irvine, CA 92612 John Faranda • (909) 621-8153 • [email protected] Travelstore VIP • Karen Goodrich • (949)930-9288 email: [email protected] A deposit of $250 per person is due upon reservation. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Reservations made after the deposit due date of December 10, 2018 are based upon availability. Final payment due by April 17, 2019. Deposits are refundable up until December 17, 2018. YOUR INFORMATION: Clearly print your full name (first/middle/last) as it appears on your government issued travel documentation. IMPORTANT: In order to avoid any unnecessary change fees, it is imperative that all guest names are entered correctly from the start. The information below must be the legal name and be 100% identical to the ID being used to travel
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TOUR: Exploring Scotland & Ireland featuring Northern Ireland DEPARTURE DATE: Jun 16, 2019 GROUP NAME: Travelstore VIP BOOKING NUMBER: 906767
AVAILABLE PREPAID OPTIONS Personalize your tour by adding an optional activity below. Our recommended options have been carefully chosen to help enhance your individual experience. Complete the provided Prepaid Options Form to reserve your options. Availability is limited and reservations are on a first come, first served basis. Payment must be received no later than 15 days prior to departure. Prices are subject to change. Children under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult.
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Price Per Person Option (USD) A Scottish Night Out 110.00 This option will not be offered on packages that include the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Bagpipe Lessons and A Traditional Scottish Dinner 85.00 A Traditional Irish Night 99.00 Pub Lunch & The Guinness Storehouse 70.00 Please Note: This option will not be offered on St. Patrick's Day or Easter Sunday. Children under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult and may not participate in the tasting at the Guinness Storehouse. The Spirit of Derry 80.00
Edinburgh A Scottish Night Out $110 USD
Join us for a rollicking evening of tastes, sights and sounds that are classically Scottish. Feast on a banquet prepared from a selection of local recipes. Your taste buds will savor the true flavor and goodness of this distinctive country. Tonight will be filled with entertainment including Highland pipers and dancers, who deliver the very best in Scottish music, song and dance. A highlight of the evening is the Ceremony of the Haggis, and, of course, you may try this national dish. Be prepared for a Scottish night of food, fun and many fond memories! This option will not be offered on packages that include the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Duration: Approximately 3 hours. Please note a minimum of 15 passengers is required. Transportation is included.
Glasgow Bagpipe Lessons and A Traditional Scottish Dinner $85 USD Get to know the music that is distinctly Scottish at the National Piping Centre, proudly possessing a very regal patron – Prince Charles. From your first steps into this remarkable building, formerly a church, you’ll be charmed by the unique sounds of the bagpipe. Join an expert who will lead you through the museum to discover the history of this intriguing instrument and learn about its importance to Scottish culture today. Then you’ll learn how to play! After a short demonstration, give it a try for yourself. Receive a “chanter,” the piece of the bagpipe that creates the melody, to practice, and once you get the hang of it have the opportunity to try the full instrument. Now that you have worked up an appetite, make your way to dinner in their lovely farm-to-table restaurant. Savor the cuisine that is a modern take on traditional Scottish cooking. Cap off your evening with a wee dram of Scotch whisky. Duration: Approximately 4 hours. Please note a minimum of 20 passengers is required. Transportation is included.
Dublin A Traditional Irish Night $99 USD
Come to know Ireland's famed welcoming spirit, lively music and dynamic dancing during a fun-filled evening of Irish entertainment at its very best. You will become Irish for the night as you take in the local entertainment and savor some of Ireland's most traditional dishes, such as homemade soda bread and Dublin coddle. The Irish dancers will dazzle you and the traditional Irish ballads will touch your heart. This toe- tapping evening will take you on a journey that captures the true local flavor in a welcoming setting and immersing you in the magic of Irish culture that is rich in tradition and cheer. Duration: Approximately 3.5 hours. Please note a minimum of 15 passengers is required. Transportation is included.
Pub Lunch & The Guinness Storehouse $70 USD
Enjoy a traditional pub lunch at a historic pub where you will soak up the atmosphere of days gone by. After lunch, continue on to the nearby Guinness Storehouse, Ireland's top international visitor attraction. Learn about the brewing process that creates this beloved beverage and discover the technique needed to pour the perfect pint! Classic Guinness ads and memorabilia create a nostalgic ambiance as you indulge in a complimentary pint and learn about a different yet key part of Ireland's history. Please Note: This option will not be offered on St. Patrick's Day or Easter Sunday. Children under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult and may not participate in the tasting at the Guinness Storehouse. Duration: Approximately 3.5 hours. Please note a minimum of 15 passengers is required. Transportation is included.
Derry The Spirit of Derry $80 USD Explore one of Ireland's best-kept secrets. Enjoy an engaging evening that reveals the history of Derry and the North through storytelling, music and song. The tale of Derry is intertwined with many of Ireland's most important events. Come and experience the city’s budding farm-to-table culinary scene with a three-course dinner at a top restaurant and see first hand why Derry was named the UK City of Culture in 2013. Duration: Approximately 3 hours. Please note a minimum of 15 passengers is required. Transportation is not included.
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CONDITIONS AND CONTRACT: Travelstore VIP, Claremont McKenna College, the Claremont McKenna College Alumni Association, their agents, servants, and employees shall not be responsible for personal injury or property damage, loss or delay, or change of itinerary incurred by any person or tour participant arising out of the act or negligence of any direct or supplemental air carrier, hotel or other person rendering any of these services, or accommodations being offered in this tour; nor shall they be responsible for any injuries, death, damages, loss or delay in any means of transportation or by reason of any event beyond the actual control of Travelstore VIP or of any agent supplier or due to force majeure. The right is reserved to decline or accept or to retain any person as a member of a trip, or to cancel a trip, due to circumstances beyond the control of Travelstore VIP.
If the contract between Travelstore VIP and the passenger, on the one hand, and/or the contract between Travelstore VIP, and the designated carrier, on the other hand, is cancelled by the tour operator for any reason whatsoever, all partial or full payments made for the trip will be refunded in their entirety, without further obligation on the part of the tour operator.
The right is reserved to substitute hotels of similar category or change schedules without prior notice should circumstances so demand. In the event of a change in the itinerary necessitated by factors or conditions beyond the actual control of Travelstore VIP, no refund can be made nor will credit be allowed, provided that in the event of such change in itinerary, Travelstore VIP shall attempt to provide accommodations and services of comparable quality and standards as set forth in the brochure.
Any such change shall not modify the cancellation provisions in the brochure. No credit will be allowed or refund given for any services provided in the Itinerary and Conditions List should any such services not be utilized by the tour members. Availability of refunds for air transportation depends on the type of air tickets purchased, and the point at which transportation is not used.
Travelstore VIP shall not be responsible for any injuries, damages, or losses caused to any traveler in conjunction with other actions, omissions, or conditions outside Travelstore VIP’s control including terrorist activities, social or labor unrest, mechanical or construction difficulties, diseases, local law, climatic conditions, abnormal conditions, or developments, or any other actions, omissions, or other conditions outside Travelstore VIP’s control.
INSURANCE: Travel insurance for travel accident, loss/damage/delay of baggage, flight insurance and trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended. Applications will be sent on request.
OPERATORS: This program is operated by Travelstore VIP of Irvine, California, and Collette, and hotels listed in the itinerary.
For further information, please contact:
Karen Goodrich
949.930.9288 direct
949.345.7394 fax