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ALLAN PETKER CHORALE INVITES CHORALE MEMBERS AND FRIENDS TO JOIN IN A PERFORMANCE TOUR OF ALLAN PETKER CHORALE BALTIC TOUR , Estonia, & Sweden

July 10 - 21, 2014

Our Savior on Spilled Blood St. Isaac Cathedral Stockholm Cathedral Vasa Ship Museum Highlights of Your Concert Tour: Visit the Baltic countries of Greetings Chorale Singers and RUSSIA, ESTONIA & SWEDEN Friends, • St. Petersburg, Tallinn & Stockholm After two amazing Eastern European choral concerts in • , St. Isaac's Cathedral, Peter & Paul Fortress, Cabin 2008 and 2011, we could hardly of State Hermitage Art Museum, Peterhof Palace wait to create the next choral and garden, Catherine's Palace and Gardens... adventure. We are pleased to • Traverse the south side of the Gulf of Finland en route to Tal- unveil the Baltic Tour to Russia, linn. Visit the old town and it's list of Unesco World Heritage Estonia and Sweden for 2014. The program of all sites, The towers of the Viru Gete, Town Hall square, Alexander a cappella music will include recently performed selections and spirituals. Spouses, partners and Nevsky Cathedral and Toompea Castle friends are welcome to join us as we sing and tour. • Overnight Ferry from Tallin to Stockhom Please visit the virtual tour site and scan the itinerary • Old Town "Gamla Stan,' the Kungliga Slottest, Riddarhuset, – we think you will find a wonderful schedule. We Stockholm Cathedral and the World Class Vasa Museum. finish in Stockholm, Sweden, which is an excellent location for springing to other destinations. I look Notes: forward to experiencing this adventure with you. 1) Package is offered land-only, airfare sold separately 2) Russian Visa not included, cost is about $300 www.allanpetker.choirtravelinfo.com . A LLAN PETKER CHORALE BALTIC, Itinerary*

Thursday, July 10, 2014 - USA to St. Petersburg, Russia Wednesday, July 16, 2014 - Tallinn Depart USA via overnight trans-Atlantic flights on scheduled Take a guided tour of the Estonian Capital city. See the twin airline to St. Petersburg, Russia. towers of the Viru Gate, Town Hall Square, and the Alexander Friday, July 11, 2014 - St. Petersburg Nevsky Cathedral. At the end of tour, visit Toompea Castle. It is the seat of the Parliament of the Republic of Estonia. Group Upon late afternoon arrival in St. Petersburg transfer via taxi dinner and overnight in Tallinn. (CB, D) (own cost) to the hotel. Meet your Multi-Lingual Escort who will remain with you the entire tour. Enjoy a Welcome dinner Evening Performance 3: Possible connection with Allan tonight hosted by your escort. Overnight in St. Petersburg. (D) Vurma, University of Tallinn (friend of Allan Petker) Saturday, July 12, 2014 - St. Petersburg Alternatively: possible late afternoon performance in the PÜHMA VAIMU CHURCH (Holy Spirit Church) Meet a local guide and enjoy a guided city tour of St. Petersburg. Drive along Nevsky Prospect, see the Church of Our Savior On Thursday, July 17, 2014 - Ferry - Tallinn to Stockholm Spilled Blood and explore Palace Square. Your tour will end Breakfast at the hotel. Morning free time to explore on your with a visit to St Isaac’s Cathedral. Time for lunch on own. In own. This afternoon depart by ferry to Stockholm. Dinner on the afternoon visit the Peter & Paul Fortress. The cathedral, your own on the ferry and overnight. (CB) although plain on the outside, has a magnificent baroque Friday, July 18, 2014 - Stockholm interior. Continue to the Cabin of Peter the Great, the first After breakfast on the ferry, arrive in Stockholm, the Royal house built in Peter’s city. Dinner on your own and overnight in Capital of Sweden. Discover a city like no other - a city built St. Petersburg.(CB) on 14 islands, where you are never far from the water. Well- Possible 1st performance: Lutheran Church of St. Peter and preserved medieval buildings stand alongside modern St. Paul on Nevsky Prospekt, one of the largest Protestant architecture. Before checking into your hotel enjoy a guided Churches in Russia or St Mary Catholic Church tour of the city. Experience the medieval atmosphere of the Old Sunday, July 13, 2014 - St. Petersburg Town "Gamla Stan," the Kungliga Slottet, Riddarhuset - The In the morning you will enjoy a guided visit of the world famous House of Nobility and the Storkyrkan (Stockholm Cathedral). State Hermitage Art Museum. The museum occupies six Dinner on your own and overnight in Stockholm. (CB) magnificent buildings situated along the embankment of the 4th concert in one of the following venues: River , right in the heart of St. Petersburg. After lunch on Santa Clara Kyrka, Tyska Kyrkan/St Gertrudes church right own in museum board the hydrofoil boat, which will take you in the heart of the old city Gamla Stan or Hedvig Eleonora in about 45 minutes, to the Peterhof Palace and gardens for a Church in central Stockholm visit. Bus will take you back to your hotel in St Petersburg for Saturday, July 19, 2014 - Stockholm dinner on own and overnight. (CB) Breakfast at the hotel then visit the World Class Vasa Museum. Optional: Attend local choral concert (pending announcement When the Vasa set sail in 1628, she was probably the world´s of local concert schedule). most powerful warship, but she sank on her maiden voyage. Monday, July 14, 2014 - St. Petersburg This grand warship is almost wholly preserved, and is the only Leave the city and drive south for a guided tour of Catherine’s one of its type in the world. Enjoy free time the rest of the Palace. The summer residence for the wife of Peter the Great, afternoon to do some last minute souvenir shopping or visit Catherine I. In the afternoon enjoy a visit of the historical Skansen, the oldest open air museum in the world, City Hall on your way back to St. Petersburg. Dinner on (where Nobel Prizes are awarded) or the Royal Palace. Dinner your own and overnight St. Petersburg. (CB) on own. Overnight in Stockholm. (CB) Possible 2nd performance: Lutheran Church of St. Peter and Sunday, July 20, 2014 - Stockholm St. Paul on Nevsky Prospekt, one of the largest Protestant Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure on your own. Festive Churches in Russia or St Mary Catholic Church Farewell Dinner tonight and overnight in Stockholm. (CB, D) Tuesday, July 15, 2014 - St. Petersburg to Tallinn, Estonia Monday, July 21, 2014 - Departure Stockholm to USA Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Board motor coach for a Transfer to the airport via taxi (own cost) for return trans- day traveling along the south side of the Gulf of Finland in the Atlantic flight to USA. Baltic Sea as you transfer to Tallinn, Estonia for 2 nights. Estonia is the most northerly of the three Baltic States and the most Scandinavian. Tallinn is a lovely medieval old town and the hub For more information and pictures of the tour visit the website of Estonian life. The Old town of Tallinn is in the list of Unesco World Heritage sites. Enjoy a group dinner at a local restaurant www.allanpetker.choirtravelinfo.com this evening and overnight in Tallinn. (CB, D)

CB-Continental Breakfast, D-Dinner * The Itinerary as presented in this brochure is tentative and represents what we are planning for you, however, it is subject to confirmations from many organizations. Because of changes in local schedules, we may need to alter specified events, dates and/or venues to better fit the overall plan. *PRICING TERMS: Price Regular Price, per person after August 31, 2013 THE TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE: stated is as of 03/04/13 and could change prior to Final Invoicing due $3,594 • Visa required to visit Russia. Cost about $300 to new airline fuel surcharges, U.S. • Airfare- trip is sold "land only" and International Government Book by August 31, 2013 and save $100 • Airport transfers in St. Petersburg & Stockholm imposed fees, fluctuation in currency -$100 • Meals not specifically identified exchange rates, or failure to have a • Beverages with meals unless specified minimum of 32 passengers. Final Cash discount for payment by cash or check • Gratuities payable to Escort, guides and drivers price may be higher or lower • Other personal expenses and will be reflected on your -$95 Final Invoice issued by email • Items not specifically mentioned above 60 days prior to departure. Early Booking cash discount price Your price cannot increase once $3,399 you pay that Final Invoice (early final (double occupancy) *Checked Baggage Fees are not included in this tour package payment cannot be made.) Payment price. Most airlines charge fees ranging from free to $75 per bag one way. If of the initial deposit for this trip *See adjacent boxes for Pricing Terms traveling with group air, the air carrier for your flight will be announced in your indicates you have accepted these & Checked Baggage fees final travel documents and an online link provided to learn the exact charges pricing terms and all terms specified of your carrier. Note: Because of space limitations aboard the transportation at in the Terms and Conditions. Package is sold Land Only the destination, you may only bring one checked bag on this trip. Allan Petker Chorale Baltic Performance Tour July 10 - 21, 2014 1.) RESERVATION FORM (one form per person, photo copies of form are permitted): Liability: Corporate Travel Service, Inc., its employees, Clergy _____ Mr. _____ Mrs. _____ Miss____ Birth date ___/___/____ shareholders, officers and directors (collectively “CTS”) Name______does not own or operate any entity which is to or (As it appears on your passport) If Under 18: Age______(see back) does provide goods or services for your trip, including, Address______City______for example, lodging facilities, transportation companies, State ______Zip Code: ______Home Phone(____)______local ground operators, including, without limitation, various entities which may utilize the CTS name, guides, Cell Phone (____)______Email address* ______sightseeing companies, entertainment, food or drink * EMAIL COMMUNICATION – It is important for travelers to supply their email address and to notify Corporate service providers, equipment suppliers, etc. As a result, Travel Service of any address changes. 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Price reflects an Early Booking third parties, sickness, the lack of appropriate medical Savings of $100 per person for deposits received on or before August 31, 2013. Price also reflects a cash care, evacuation to same, if necessary, weather, strikes, acts discount of $95 for tours paid entirely by cash or check. Cash discount will be taken at the time the final of God or government, acts of terrorism, or the threat payment is made. thereof, force majeure, war, quarantine, epidemics, or the Checks payable to: Corporate Travel Service Credit Card: Visa or MasterCard (circle one) threat thereof, criminal activity, or any other cause beyond its control. Should Allan Petker be unable to participate in Name as it appears on Card ______Amount $______this event, every effort will be made to secure a substitute Card Number ______to lead this tour. 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INCLUSIONS: discouraged because of cramped quarters. Triples are one double bed with two persons • Organization and promotion of 4 concerts sharing the bed and one single bed. Triples are not always available and are discouraged • Nine (9) nights accommodations at 3 & 4 star hotels: 4 nights in St. Petersburg, 2 because of cramped quarters. nights in Tallinn, and 3 nights in Stockholm LUGGAGE: Baggage is at owner’s risk throughout the tour. • One (1) night on overnight ferry from Tallinn to Stockholm in cabins Checked Baggage: Fees are not included in this tour package price. • Continental Breakfast daily Most airlines charge fees ranging from free to $75 per bag one way. If traveling with • Four (4) Dinners, including a Welcome and Farewell Dinner with wine group air, the air carrier for your flight will be announced in your final travel documents • Luxury motor coach for airport transfers in and specified sightseeing and an online link provided to learn the exact charges of your carrier. (Note: The website • Hydrofoil from St. Petersburg to Peterhof Palace and gardens iflybags.com may be helpful and gives sample fees for all carriers.) Checked baggage is • Tour Escort while in Europe - Expert in hosting performance tours limited to one bag per person. There can be no exceptions. For most airlines, the one • Local Guides: in St. Petersburg, Tallinn, and Stockholm checked bag is limited to 50 pounds and 62 inches (length + width + height). If • Sightseeing per itinerary these specifications are exceeded, excess charges may be collected by the airline at the • Entrance Fees: St. Isaac's Cathedral, Peter & Paul Fortress, Cabin of Peter the Great, airport. Do not lock baggage you intend to check in at the airport. Please confirm these State Hermitage Art Museum guided, Peterhof Palace and Gardens, Catherine's specifications when you receive your final travel documents, as they can and do change. Palace, Summer gardens, Toompea castle, & Vasa museum. • Hotel taxes and porterage for 1 piece of luggage Carry On Luggage: You may also bring a small carry-on bag that will fit under an • City Taxes airline seat and on the small parcel racks of the motor coach, which average about 8 inches high by 18 inches deep. It is best if your carry-on bag is soft sided, as the parcel PRICING TERMS: These are outlined adjacent to the estimated selling price listed in racks on the motor coaches are small. Currently, travelers are allowed to transport only this brochure. small amounts of liquids, gels, lotions, aerosols or similar items on their person or in PAYMENT TERMS: In order to meet deposit schedules with suppliers for this tour, their carry-on luggage. Details will be in your final travel documents. Corporate Travel Service asks for prompt payment on the requested dates. Please see HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: Travelers must be medically and physically fit for this the reservation form for the payment schedule. Corporate Travel also accepts Visa and tour. This tour requires significant walking, as motor coaches are not permitted to pick MasterCard for payment. Traveler agrees not to dispute any credit card charges associated up and drop off in front of major attractions. The tour is not wheelchair accessible. with this trip. Any special medical conditions or equipment must be advised in writing, for evaluation CANCELLATION POLICY: A notice of cancellation must be received in writing. of feasibility, at the time of making your reservation. Should any special assistance be Forfeit $100 for cancellations between time of deposit and February 10, 2014. Forfeit $350 required, traveler agrees to bring a companion capable and willing to assist traveler. for cancellations between February 10, 2014 and April 1, 2014. Forfeit $1,600 for cancellation CHILDREN UNDER 18: Reduction of rates are possible for infants/children between April 1, 2014 and May 11, 2014. After May 11, 2014, there will be no refund. Penalties -Contact Corporate Travel for more information. For a minor under the age of 18 to will be according to the fax or postmark date. travel out of the United States without both parents or legal guardians, a notarized CANCELLATION INSURANCE: Corporate Travel HIGHLY RECOMMENDS the affidavit must be obtained and presented to immigration official upon departure and purchase of travel insurance. In order to receive the optimum insurance coverage, purchase return to the United States. You may request a form from our office. travel insurance within 14 days of deposit. Call Corporate Travel at 313-565-8888, ext. 151. STATE DEPARTMENT & OTHER AGENCIES: From time to time the State PASSPORT: A valid U.S. Passport is required of all passengers. Please apply for your Department (www.state.gov) and the Center for Disease Control (www.cdc.gov) and passport immediately as passports may take a long time to process. Make sure to have it in other government agencies and departments issue travel advisories or warnings for your possession at all times while on tour. It must be valid for 6 months following one or more of the destinations that you may be visiting on tour. We encourage you the return date of the trip or boarding may be denied or entry into the to contact these agencies directly to obtain the most current information. Corporate destination may be forbidden. Please provide Corporate Travel with a Travel cannot change the cancellation terms or conditions based on the issuance of any copy of the inside page of your passport (showing your name and photo) such warning or advisory or the occurrence of any terror, health or other incident in at the time of reservation. one or more of the places this tour is scheduled to visit. All cancellation penalties must VISA: Visa is required to visit Russia. Do not obtain the visa until notified remain in full force and effect as outlined on the reservation form. in writing that there are enough participants registered to operate PHOTOGRAPHY: Corporate Travel may take photographs or film of its trips and this tour. Obtaining a Russian Visa can be complicated, so it is recommended to use trip participants, and participant grants Corporate Travel express permission to do so a professional visa agency to assist with the "red-tape." Cost is about $300 inclusive and for Corporate Travel to use such for promotional or commercial use. of service charges. "Russian Universal Services" is located in Los Angeles and may be UNUSED SERVICES: There is no right to a refund for any unused services. contacted at www.rusonline.com. "Russian Connections" is located in San Francisco and may be contacted at gettorussia.com. CHANGES: Changes in any of the terms and conditions can be made only in writing signed by an officer of Corporate Travel. AIRFARE: Trans-Atlantic airfare to St. Petersburg, Russia and back from Stockholm, Sweden is not included in the price. This trip is offered land only. DO NOT purchase PARTICIPATION: Corporate Travel reserves the right to decline to accept or retain Trans-Atlantic airfare until notified in writing that there are enough any participant on any of its tours if, in its sole discretion, it deems accepting or retaining participants registered to operate this tour. Corporate Travel's retail agency any such participant as being detrimental to the tour. In the event any participant is will be happy to assist in arranging your flights. Call (313) 565-8888 ext. 121 removed from a trip, Corporate Travel’s only obligation is to refund to that person that portion of the payment allocable to unused services. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Not included. Transfer via taxi on your own cost on arrival in St. Petersburg and on return from Stockholm. BINDING ARBITRATION: Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating in any way to these Terms and Conditions or any other information relating in any way to TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Unless otherwise notified, Corporate Travel will mail the trip, or to the trip itself, shall be settled solely and exclusively by binding arbitration to you or your group leader a more detailed itinerary and General Information Sheet in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, to the exclusion of litigation anywhere else in the world, approximately 2 weeks or 10 days before departure. in accordance with the commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association then ITINERARY: The Itinerary as presented in this brochure is tentative and represents what existent. Substantive (but not procedural) Michigan law shall apply in any such arbitration. we are planning for you, however it is subject to confirmations from many organizations. The arbitrator and not any federal, state, or local court or agency shall have exclusive Because of changes in local schedules, we may need to alter specified events, dates and/or authority to resolve any dispute relating to the interpretation, applicability, enforceability, venues to better fit the overall plan. The right is reserved to alter or cancel the itinerary, at conscionability, or formation of this contract. Including but not limited to any claim that Corporate Travel Service’s sole discretion, as it may deem necessary or advisable. all or any part of this contract is void or voidable. GRATUITIES: Gratuities for your escort, driver and guides are not included. It is PHOTO CREDITS: Our Savior on Spilled Blood - karen horton, Stockholm Cathedral - customary to tip the escort $5.00 and the driver $3.00 per person per day. The tip for Solis Invicti, Tallinn - xJason.Rogersx, Vasa Museum - hugh llewelyn the local guides is usually about one $2.00 for half-day tours and $3.00 for full day tours All photos are published by their authors on Flickr.com and attributed to their flickr ROOMS: Tour prices are per person according to a room type: a “Single” room is username. one person in a room and a “Double” is two persons in one room. “Triple” rooms are

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