Featuring an Exclusive Stay at FDR's Beloved Summer Retreat

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Follow us at twitter.com/ahitravel PARTICIPATING AIRLINES-all IATA and ARC Member New York Carriers ©2014 AHI Travel Printed in the USA. 800-633-7514 AggieNetwork.com/Travel 800-633-7514 AggieNetwork.com/Travel View our webinars at youtube.com/ahitravel 800-633-7514 AggieNetwork.com/Travel | Day-by-Day ItInerary | FDR’s | accommoDatIons | Program Beloved Island HIgHlIgHts • Tour FDR’s summer home and stay in turn- of-the-century homes of his contemporaries, an opportunity not available to the general public. • Discover the unique culture of a lifestyle built around the sea in Maine and New Brunswick. Throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Campobello Island lured city dwellers • Delight in a whale- yearning to trade the summer heat and bustle of city life for the island’s salt air and St. Andrews by-the-Sea Acadia National Park watching cruise on the sunshine, and they were known as “rusticators.” Seduced by its rugged, tranquil beauty BAR HARBOR INN Bay of Fundy and learn and spectacular views of Passamaquoddy Bay, they built sprawling seaside cottages. The Independent Exploration: The morning is Island International Historic Site. In 1604, a BAR HARBOR Enjoy oceanview rooms at the waterfront about local conservation most notable residents among them were the Roosevelts. at leisure to enjoy the Campobello park group of French explorers, including Samuel efforts. Bar Harbor Inn, an inviting property near the From the age of one, Franklin spent summers there. As a boy he explored its bogs, soaring grounds. Stroll on one of the nature trails, Champlain, landed here and built one of the earliest European colonies in North America. beautiful downtown. Savor fresh seafood at the • Admire the scenic headlands and virgin forest. He swam in the cold waters of the Bay of Fundy and learned play a round of croquet or enjoy a book on hotel restaurant, or walk to nearby restaurants. natural beauty of the to sail the world’s highest tides under the guidance of island fishermen. FDR introduced the porch of your cottage. Continue to St. Andrews by-the-Sea, where There is Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. There also is Atlantic coast and Eleanor to the island in 1903, and they maintained an annual tradition of summering there Local Flavor: Enjoy an alfresco lunch today you will check in to The Algonquin Resort. a fitness center, swimming pool, spa and salon. Acadia National Park Bar Harbor in their 34-room red cottage. FDR strove to share with his five children all the rewarding at the cottages. Educational Focus: Kingsbrae Garden. and the distinctive pastimes he’d enjoyed as a boy. Educational Focus: “Tea with Eleanor.” Explore Kingsbrae’s lush, colorful gardens, lighthouses of the region. The island is home to 2,800-acre Roosevelt Campobello International Park managed Visit Bar Harbor, the hub of the state’s famous “Tea with Eleanor” Eleanor Roosevelt enjoyed tea daily at 3 p.m. which feature traditional and modern • Learn about the jointly by the United States and Canada. Eagles and rare sea birds swoop overhead as park lobster industry and the gateway to Acadia Sip a cup of tea at Hubbard Cottage and learn gardening styles. intertwined history visitors witness seals romping in the boils and eddies, and whales breaching further out in Educational Focus: FDR’s Summer National Park. Get to know Campobello Island, about her life as you enjoy her favorite of two nations in the churning sea. After FDR contracted polio in 1921, his visits decreased. But his long Retreat. Delve into the history of Day Seven b | d best known as the summertime home of the afternoon tradition. St. Andrews by-the-Sea, association with his “beloved island” and its people left an enduring impact, influencing Campobello Island. Stroll through the St. Andrews by-the-Sea Roosevelt family. Your journey concludes in St. Local Flavor: No trip to Maine and the town settled by British his policy decisions regarding Canada, international relations and natural resources. gardens and grounds of Roosevelt Excursion: St. Andrews’ U.S. Connection. Andrews by-the-Sea, overlooking the sapphire New Brunswick would be complete without loyalists fleeing the Campobello International Park, which is Whale watching St. Andrews, named after the city in waters of Passamaquoddy Bay. a lobster dinner! Enjoy an authentic New American Revolution. owned and operated by both the United Scotland, was founded by British loyalists CAMPOBELLO COTTAGES island’s wharves frequented by FDR and his Brunswick lobster boil tonight. If you’ve Day One d States and Canada. The park is centered south of the border. Learn more about the CAMPOBELLO ISLAND contemporaries. Visit St. Anne’s Anglican never eaten a whole lobster before, you Bangor, Maine/Bar Harbor around Franklin D. Roosevelt’s 34-room town and its shared history with the United The turn-of-the-century homes within Cadillac Mountain, Acadia National Park A Church, where FDR and his family worshiped can get a few tips from the locals on the Depart for Bangor, Maine. “cottage.” The home, typical of the turn-of- States as you make your way through the Roosevelt Campobello International Park were A during their summer visits to Campobello best way to tackle this tasty crustacean! Provided for AHI FlexAir participants. the-century cottages built by the wealthy St. Andrews National Historic District. once the summer getaways of wealthy East Discover the rustic glamour of Bar Harbor, Campobello Coast Guard and fishing boats, Bar Harbor Island. Coast families. Humbler than the families’ Upon arrival, transferA to your oceanfront summer residents, is filled with original Day Six b | l Independent Exploration: Spend the Island and St. Andrews by-the-Sea. Favored at the turn of Newport, Rhode Island, summer mansions Excursion: A Whale of a Time. Learn afternoon exploring St. Andrews’ downtown accommodations at Bar Harbor Inn in Bar Vanderbilts and Morgans, among others — memorabilia. St. Andrews by-the-Sea (also called cottages), the Campobello homes the 20th century by rich and powerful families along the Harbor. began building summer homes here. Visit the about the local whale rescue and the or enjoying the amenities of the resort. Day Four b | l | d Excursion: Go East. Visit Quoddy Head were peaceful sanctuaries. These “simple” Abbe Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate, that is Canadian Whale Institute before embarking THE ALGONQUIN RESORT U.S. East Coast and in Ottawa and Montréal seeking a Attend a Welcome Reception and Dinner. Campobello Island State Park and the easternmost point in the Tonight, gather with your fellow travelers for homes still met the standards of their well- dedicated to the culture and history of the on a whale-watching cruise on the world- United States. See the distinctive red-and- heeled residents. Today, these private cottages, ST. ANDREWS BY-THE-SEA change from hectic city life, these remote summer seaside Day Two b | l Excursion: Acadia National Park. See than 1,100 plant species. Driving along the Park Excursion and Educational Focus: The a festive Farewell Reception and Dinner. Wabanaki Nations. Then cruise Frenchman Bay renowned Bay of Fundy. A naturalist will outfitted with period furniture and antiques, The Algonquin Resort inaugurated the town of Bar Harbor the rugged beauty of Maine’s Mount Desert Loop Road, admire views of the Gulf of Maine, Beloved Island. Discover why Roosevelt white striped lighthouse, West Quoddy Head retreats offered fresh air, pristine scenery and rugged aboard a traditional lobster boat and learn about provide information about the whales and Day Eight b have been updated with modern conveniences, St. Andrews by-the-Sea as Canada’s first seaside Island during a drive with a local naturalist on glacial lakes and more. This scenic drive also called Campobello his “beloved island” Light. The park is an excellent place to see resort when it opened in 1889. The hotel takes outdoor pursuits like sailing and hiking. Today, these Excursion: Bar Harbor — Lobster the state’s lobster industry. other wildlife that live in and around the bay. Transfer to the airport for the return flight such as individual bathrooms for each the scenic, 27-mile Park Loop Road. takes you up Cadillac Mountain. At 1,530 feet, during a presentation at the island’s library a variety of birds, and look offshore for a guests back in time while still offering every Town, Summer Resort and More. The Educational Focus: Local Lore. A local to your gateway city. bedroom. These elegant homes have large locales still remain ideal for a summer getaway, proving Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch today at a Bar Established in 1916, Acadia National Park was the mountain offers an incomparable view of and museum by a local historian. FDR was a possible sighting of humpback, minke and living and dining rooms. All the cottages have modern convenience. Enjoy views of the grounds first settlers arrived here in 1763, and the storyteller shares the legends of the area’s Note: Itinerary sequence and scheduled events may that the simple things in life — fresh air, the great town gained notoriety as a playground of the Harbor restaurant. the first national park to be created east of Bar Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. member of the library’s board. Continue finback whales. large porches, which today still serve as the and the ocean from your guest room. Stroll First Nation people. change. Many excursions in this program involve an through manicured gardens or take a walk on rich and famous during the mid-1800s when the Mississippi. This special region supports Cross the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Bridge with a drive around the island on former Excursion: St. Croix Island. Your journey element of walking. main socializing areas with the neighbors. outdoors, lobster and fish just plucked from the sea Day Three b | l | d the private beach. Enjoy a spa, indoor and a diversity of wildlife and plantlife: more than Day Five b | l | d Included meals indicated each day as Revel in this special experience that is not several of the United States’ most powerful Campobello Island, into Canada to reach Campobello Island, where carriage roads where visitors of yesteryear to St. Andrews by-the-Sea takes you briefly outdoor pools, a gym, a golf course, excellent and croquet on the lawn — are often the best. 40 mammal and 300 bird species and more B | L | D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. available to the general public. families — the Astors, Rockefellers, New Brunswick you will check in to your cottage. used to visit scenic spots, including the Campobello Island back into Maine, where you will visit St. Croix cuisine, Wi-Fi throughout the resort and more. | Day-by-Day ItInerary | FDR’s | accommoDatIons | Program Beloved Island HIgHlIgHts • Tour FDR’s summer home and stay in turn- of-the-century homes of his contemporaries, an opportunity not available to the general public. • Discover the unique culture of a lifestyle built around the sea in Maine and New Brunswick. Throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Campobello Island lured city dwellers • Delight in a whale- yearning to trade the summer heat and bustle of city life for the island’s salt air and St. Andrews by-the-Sea Acadia National Park watching cruise on the sunshine, and they were known as “rusticators.” Seduced by its rugged, tranquil beauty BAR HARBOR INN Bay of Fundy and learn and spectacular views of Passamaquoddy Bay, they built sprawling seaside cottages. The Independent Exploration: The morning is Island International Historic Site. In 1604, a BAR HARBOR Enjoy oceanview rooms at the waterfront about local conservation most notable residents among them were the Roosevelts. at leisure to enjoy the Campobello park group of French explorers, including Samuel efforts. Bar Harbor Inn, an inviting property near the From the age of one, Franklin spent summers there. As a boy he explored its bogs, soaring grounds. Stroll on one of the nature trails, Champlain, landed here and built one of the earliest European colonies in North America. beautiful downtown. Savor fresh seafood at the • Admire the scenic headlands and virgin forest. He swam in the cold waters of the Bay of Fundy and learned play a round of croquet or enjoy a book on hotel restaurant, or walk to nearby restaurants. natural beauty of the to sail the world’s highest tides under the guidance of island fishermen. FDR introduced the porch of your cottage. Continue to St. Andrews by-the-Sea, where There is Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. There also is Atlantic coast and Eleanor to the island in 1903, and they maintained an annual tradition of summering there Local Flavor: Enjoy an alfresco lunch today you will check in to The Algonquin Resort. a fitness center, swimming pool, spa and salon. Acadia National Park Bar Harbor in their 34-room red cottage. FDR strove to share with his five children all the rewarding at the cottages. Educational Focus: Kingsbrae Garden. and the distinctive pastimes he’d enjoyed as a boy. Educational Focus: “Tea with Eleanor.” Explore Kingsbrae’s lush, colorful gardens, lighthouses of the region. The island is home to 2,800-acre Roosevelt Campobello International Park managed Visit Bar Harbor, the hub of the state’s famous “Tea with Eleanor” Eleanor Roosevelt enjoyed tea daily at 3 p.m. which feature traditional and modern • Learn about the jointly by the United States and Canada. Eagles and rare sea birds swoop overhead as park lobster industry and the gateway to Acadia Sip a cup of tea at Hubbard Cottage and learn gardening styles. intertwined history visitors witness seals romping in the boils and eddies, and whales breaching further out in Educational Focus: FDR’s Summer National Park. Get to know Campobello Island, about her life as you enjoy her favorite of two nations in the churning sea. After FDR contracted polio in 1921, his visits decreased. But his long Retreat. Delve into the history of Day Seven b | d best known as the summertime home of the afternoon tradition. St. Andrews by-the-Sea, association with his “beloved island” and its people left an enduring impact, influencing Campobello Island. Stroll through the St. Andrews by-the-Sea Roosevelt family. Your journey concludes in St. Local Flavor: No trip to Maine and the town settled by British his policy decisions regarding Canada, international relations and natural resources. gardens and grounds of Roosevelt Excursion: St. Andrews’ U.S. Connection. Andrews by-the-Sea, overlooking the sapphire New Brunswick would be complete without loyalists fleeing the Campobello International Park, which is Whale watching St. Andrews, named after the city in waters of Passamaquoddy Bay. a lobster dinner! Enjoy an authentic New American Revolution. owned and operated by both the United Scotland, was founded by British loyalists CAMPOBELLO COTTAGES island’s wharves frequented by FDR and his Brunswick lobster boil tonight. If you’ve Day One d States and Canada. The park is centered south of the border. Learn more about the CAMPOBELLO ISLAND contemporaries. Visit St. Anne’s Anglican never eaten a whole lobster before, you Bangor, Maine/Bar Harbor around Franklin D. Roosevelt’s 34-room town and its shared history with the United The turn-of-the-century homes within Cadillac Mountain, Acadia National Park A Church, where FDR and his family worshiped can get a few tips from the locals on the Depart for Bangor, Maine. “cottage.” The home, typical of the turn-of- States as you make your way through the Roosevelt Campobello International Park were A during their summer visits to Campobello best way to tackle this tasty crustacean! Provided for AHI FlexAir participants. the-century cottages built by the wealthy St. Andrews National Historic District. once the summer getaways of wealthy East Discover the rustic glamour of Bar Harbor, Campobello Coast Guard and fishing boats, Bar Harbor Island. Coast families. Humbler than the families’ Upon arrival, transferA to your oceanfront summer residents, is filled with original Day Six b | l Independent Exploration: Spend the Island and St. Andrews by-the-Sea. Favored at the turn of Newport, Rhode Island, summer mansions Excursion: A Whale of a Time. Learn afternoon exploring St. Andrews’ downtown accommodations at Bar Harbor Inn in Bar Vanderbilts and Morgans, among others — memorabilia. St. Andrews by-the-Sea (also called cottages), the Campobello homes the 20th century by rich and powerful families along the Harbor. began building summer homes here. Visit the about the local whale rescue and the or enjoying the amenities of the resort. Day Four b | l | d Excursion: Go East. Visit Quoddy Head were peaceful sanctuaries. These “simple” Abbe Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate, that is Canadian Whale Institute before embarking THE ALGONQUIN RESORT U.S. East Coast and in Ottawa and Montréal seeking a Attend a Welcome Reception and Dinner. Campobello Island State Park and the easternmost point in the Tonight, gather with your fellow travelers for homes still met the standards of their well- dedicated to the culture and history of the on a whale-watching cruise on the world- United States. See the distinctive red-and- heeled residents. Today, these private cottages, ST. ANDREWS BY-THE-SEA change from hectic city life, these remote summer seaside Day Two b | l Excursion: Acadia National Park. See than 1,100 plant species. Driving along the Park Excursion and Educational Focus: The a festive Farewell Reception and Dinner. Wabanaki Nations. Then cruise Frenchman Bay renowned Bay of Fundy. A naturalist will outfitted with period furniture and antiques, The Algonquin Resort inaugurated the town of Bar Harbor the rugged beauty of Maine’s Mount Desert Loop Road, admire views of the Gulf of Maine, Beloved Island. Discover why Roosevelt white striped lighthouse, West Quoddy Head retreats offered fresh air, pristine scenery and rugged aboard a traditional lobster boat and learn about provide information about the whales and Day Eight b have been updated with modern conveniences, St. Andrews by-the-Sea as Canada’s first seaside Island during a drive with a local naturalist on glacial lakes and more. This scenic drive also called Campobello his “beloved island” Light. The park is an excellent place to see resort when it opened in 1889. The hotel takes outdoor pursuits like sailing and hiking. Today, these Excursion: Bar Harbor — Lobster the state’s lobster industry. other wildlife that live in and around the bay. Transfer to the airport for the return flight such as individual bathrooms for each the scenic, 27-mile Park Loop Road. takes you up Cadillac Mountain. At 1,530 feet, during a presentation at the island’s library a variety of birds, and look offshore for a guests back in time while still offering every Town, Summer Resort and More. The Educational Focus: Local Lore. A local to your gateway city. bedroom. These elegant homes have large locales still remain ideal for a summer getaway, proving Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch today at a Bar Established in 1916, Acadia National Park was the mountain offers an incomparable view of and museum by a local historian. FDR was a possible sighting of humpback, minke and living and dining rooms. All the cottages have modern convenience. Enjoy views of the grounds first settlers arrived here in 1763, and the storyteller shares the legends of the area’s Note: Itinerary sequence and scheduled events may that the simple things in life — fresh air, the great town gained notoriety as a playground of the Harbor restaurant. the first national park to be created east of Bar Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. member of the library’s board. Continue finback whales. large porches, which today still serve as the and the ocean from your guest room. Stroll First Nation people. change. Many excursions in this program involve an through manicured gardens or take a walk on rich and famous during the mid-1800s when the Mississippi. This special region supports Cross the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Bridge with a drive around the island on former Excursion: St. Croix Island. Your journey element of walking. main socializing areas with the neighbors. outdoors, lobster and fish just plucked from the sea Day Three b | l | d the private beach. Enjoy a spa, indoor and a diversity of wildlife and plantlife: more than Day Five b | l | d Included meals indicated each day as Revel in this special experience that is not several of the United States’ most powerful Campobello Island, into Canada to reach Campobello Island, where carriage roads where visitors of yesteryear to St. Andrews by-the-Sea takes you briefly outdoor pools, a gym, a golf course, excellent and croquet on the lawn — are often the best. 40 mammal and 300 bird species and more B | L | D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. available to the general public. families — the Astors, Rockefellers, New Brunswick you will check in to your cottage. used to visit scenic spots, including the Campobello Island back into Maine, where you will visit St. Croix cuisine, Wi-Fi throughout the resort and more. | Day-by-Day ItInerary | FDR’s | accommoDatIons | Program Beloved Island HIgHlIgHts • Tour FDR’s summer home and stay in turn- of-the-century homes of his contemporaries, an opportunity not available to the general public. • Discover the unique culture of a lifestyle built around the sea in Maine and New Brunswick. Throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Campobello Island lured city dwellers • Delight in a whale- yearning to trade the summer heat and bustle of city life for the island’s salt air and St. Andrews by-the-Sea Acadia National Park watching cruise on the sunshine, and they were known as “rusticators.” Seduced by its rugged, tranquil beauty BAR HARBOR INN Bay of Fundy and learn and spectacular views of Passamaquoddy Bay, they built sprawling seaside cottages. The Independent Exploration: The morning is Island International Historic Site. In 1604, a BAR HARBOR Enjoy oceanview rooms at the waterfront about local conservation most notable residents among them were the Roosevelts. at leisure to enjoy the Campobello park group of French explorers, including Samuel efforts. Bar Harbor Inn, an inviting property near the From the age of one, Franklin spent summers there. As a boy he explored its bogs, soaring grounds. Stroll on one of the nature trails, Champlain, landed here and built one of the earliest European colonies in North America. beautiful downtown. Savor fresh seafood at the • Admire the scenic headlands and virgin forest. He swam in the cold waters of the Bay of Fundy and learned play a round of croquet or enjoy a book on hotel restaurant, or walk to nearby restaurants. natural beauty of the to sail the world’s highest tides under the guidance of island fishermen. FDR introduced the porch of your cottage. Continue to St. Andrews by-the-Sea, where There is Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. There also is Atlantic coast and Eleanor to the island in 1903, and they maintained an annual tradition of summering there Local Flavor: Enjoy an alfresco lunch today you will check in to The Algonquin Resort. a fitness center, swimming pool, spa and salon. Acadia National Park Bar Harbor in their 34-room red cottage. FDR strove to share with his five children all the rewarding at the cottages. Educational Focus: Kingsbrae Garden. and the distinctive pastimes he’d enjoyed as a boy. Educational Focus: “Tea with Eleanor.” Explore Kingsbrae’s lush, colorful gardens, lighthouses of the region. The island is home to 2,800-acre Roosevelt Campobello International Park managed Visit Bar Harbor, the hub of the state’s famous “Tea with Eleanor” Eleanor Roosevelt enjoyed tea daily at 3 p.m. which feature traditional and modern • Learn about the jointly by the United States and Canada. Eagles and rare sea birds swoop overhead as park lobster industry and the gateway to Acadia Sip a cup of tea at Hubbard Cottage and learn gardening styles. intertwined history visitors witness seals romping in the boils and eddies, and whales breaching further out in Educational Focus: FDR’s Summer National Park. Get to know Campobello Island, about her life as you enjoy her favorite of two nations in the churning sea. After FDR contracted polio in 1921, his visits decreased. But his long Retreat. Delve into the history of Day Seven b | d best known as the summertime home of the afternoon tradition. St. Andrews by-the-Sea, association with his “beloved island” and its people left an enduring impact, influencing Campobello Island. Stroll through the St. Andrews by-the-Sea Roosevelt family. Your journey concludes in St. Local Flavor: No trip to Maine and the town settled by British his policy decisions regarding Canada, international relations and natural resources. gardens and grounds of Roosevelt Excursion: St. Andrews’ U.S. Connection. Andrews by-the-Sea, overlooking the sapphire New Brunswick would be complete without loyalists fleeing the Campobello International Park, which is Whale watching St. Andrews, named after the city in waters of Passamaquoddy Bay. a lobster dinner! Enjoy an authentic New American Revolution. owned and operated by both the United Scotland, was founded by British loyalists CAMPOBELLO COTTAGES island’s wharves frequented by FDR and his Brunswick lobster boil tonight. If you’ve Day One d States and Canada. The park is centered south of the border. Learn more about the CAMPOBELLO ISLAND contemporaries. Visit St. Anne’s Anglican never eaten a whole lobster before, you Bangor, Maine/Bar Harbor around Franklin D. Roosevelt’s 34-room town and its shared history with the United The turn-of-the-century homes within Cadillac Mountain, Acadia National Park A Church, where FDR and his family worshiped can get a few tips from the locals on the Depart for Bangor, Maine. “cottage.” The home, typical of the turn-of- States as you make your way through the Roosevelt Campobello International Park were A during their summer visits to Campobello best way to tackle this tasty crustacean! Provided for AHI FlexAir participants. the-century cottages built by the wealthy St. Andrews National Historic District. once the summer getaways of wealthy East Discover the rustic glamour of Bar Harbor, Campobello Coast Guard and fishing boats, Bar Harbor Island. Coast families. Humbler than the families’ Upon arrival, transferA to your oceanfront summer residents, is filled with original Day Six b | l Independent Exploration: Spend the Island and St. Andrews by-the-Sea. Favored at the turn of Newport, Rhode Island, summer mansions Excursion: A Whale of a Time. Learn afternoon exploring St. Andrews’ downtown accommodations at Bar Harbor Inn in Bar Vanderbilts and Morgans, among others — memorabilia. St. Andrews by-the-Sea (also called cottages), the Campobello homes the 20th century by rich and powerful families along the Harbor. began building summer homes here. Visit the about the local whale rescue and the or enjoying the amenities of the resort. Day Four b | l | d Excursion: Go East. Visit Quoddy Head were peaceful sanctuaries. These “simple” Abbe Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate, that is Canadian Whale Institute before embarking THE ALGONQUIN RESORT U.S. East Coast and in Ottawa and Montréal seeking a Attend a Welcome Reception and Dinner. Campobello Island State Park and the easternmost point in the Tonight, gather with your fellow travelers for homes still met the standards of their well- dedicated to the culture and history of the on a whale-watching cruise on the world- United States. See the distinctive red-and- heeled residents. Today, these private cottages, ST. ANDREWS BY-THE-SEA change from hectic city life, these remote summer seaside Day Two b | l Excursion: Acadia National Park. See than 1,100 plant species. Driving along the Park Excursion and Educational Focus: The a festive Farewell Reception and Dinner. Wabanaki Nations. Then cruise Frenchman Bay renowned Bay of Fundy. A naturalist will outfitted with period furniture and antiques, The Algonquin Resort inaugurated the town of Bar Harbor the rugged beauty of Maine’s Mount Desert Loop Road, admire views of the Gulf of Maine, Beloved Island. Discover why Roosevelt white striped lighthouse, West Quoddy Head retreats offered fresh air, pristine scenery and rugged aboard a traditional lobster boat and learn about provide information about the whales and Day Eight b have been updated with modern conveniences, St. Andrews by-the-Sea as Canada’s first seaside Island during a drive with a local naturalist on glacial lakes and more. This scenic drive also called Campobello his “beloved island” Light. The park is an excellent place to see resort when it opened in 1889. The hotel takes outdoor pursuits like sailing and hiking. Today, these Excursion: Bar Harbor — Lobster the state’s lobster industry. other wildlife that live in and around the bay. Transfer to the airport for the return flight such as individual bathrooms for each the scenic, 27-mile Park Loop Road. takes you up Cadillac Mountain. At 1,530 feet, during a presentation at the island’s library a variety of birds, and look offshore for a guests back in time while still offering every Town, Summer Resort and More. The Educational Focus: Local Lore. A local to your gateway city. bedroom. These elegant homes have large locales still remain ideal for a summer getaway, proving Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch today at a Bar Established in 1916, Acadia National Park was the mountain offers an incomparable view of and museum by a local historian. FDR was a possible sighting of humpback, minke and living and dining rooms. All the cottages have modern convenience. Enjoy views of the grounds first settlers arrived here in 1763, and the storyteller shares the legends of the area’s Note: Itinerary sequence and scheduled events may that the simple things in life — fresh air, the great town gained notoriety as a playground of the Harbor restaurant. the first national park to be created east of Bar Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. member of the library’s board. Continue finback whales. large porches, which today still serve as the and the ocean from your guest room. Stroll First Nation people. change. Many excursions in this program involve an through manicured gardens or take a walk on rich and famous during the mid-1800s when the Mississippi. This special region supports Cross the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Bridge with a drive around the island on former Excursion: St. Croix Island. Your journey element of walking. main socializing areas with the neighbors. outdoors, lobster and fish just plucked from the sea Day Three b | l | d the private beach. Enjoy a spa, indoor and a diversity of wildlife and plantlife: more than Day Five b | l | d Included meals indicated each day as Revel in this special experience that is not several of the United States’ most powerful Campobello Island, into Canada to reach Campobello Island, where carriage roads where visitors of yesteryear to St. Andrews by-the-Sea takes you briefly outdoor pools, a gym, a golf course, excellent and croquet on the lawn — are often the best. 40 mammal and 300 bird species and more B | L | D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. available to the general public. families — the Astors, Rockefellers, New Brunswick you will check in to your cottage. used to visit scenic spots, including the Campobello Island back into Maine, where you will visit St. Croix cuisine, Wi-Fi throughout the resort and more. | Day-by-Day ItInerary | FDR’s | accommoDatIons | Program Beloved Island HIgHlIgHts • Tour FDR’s summer home and stay in turn- of-the-century homes of his contemporaries, an opportunity not available to the general public. • Discover the unique culture of a lifestyle built around the sea in Maine and New Brunswick. Throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Campobello Island lured city dwellers • Delight in a whale- yearning to trade the summer heat and bustle of city life for the island’s salt air and St. Andrews by-the-Sea Acadia National Park watching cruise on the sunshine, and they were known as “rusticators.” Seduced by its rugged, tranquil beauty BAR HARBOR INN Bay of Fundy and learn and spectacular views of Passamaquoddy Bay, they built sprawling seaside cottages. The Independent Exploration: The morning is Island International Historic Site. In 1604, a BAR HARBOR Enjoy oceanview rooms at the waterfront about local conservation most notable residents among them were the Roosevelts. at leisure to enjoy the Campobello park group of French explorers, including Samuel efforts. Bar Harbor Inn, an inviting property near the From the age of one, Franklin spent summers there. As a boy he explored its bogs, soaring grounds. Stroll on one of the nature trails, Champlain, landed here and built one of the earliest European colonies in North America. beautiful downtown. Savor fresh seafood at the • Admire the scenic headlands and virgin forest. He swam in the cold waters of the Bay of Fundy and learned play a round of croquet or enjoy a book on hotel restaurant, or walk to nearby restaurants. natural beauty of the to sail the world’s highest tides under the guidance of island fishermen. FDR introduced the porch of your cottage. Continue to St. Andrews by-the-Sea, where There is Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. There also is Atlantic coast and Eleanor to the island in 1903, and they maintained an annual tradition of summering there Local Flavor: Enjoy an alfresco lunch today you will check in to The Algonquin Resort. a fitness center, swimming pool, spa and salon. Acadia National Park Bar Harbor in their 34-room red cottage. FDR strove to share with his five children all the rewarding at the cottages. Educational Focus: Kingsbrae Garden. and the distinctive pastimes he’d enjoyed as a boy. Educational Focus: “Tea with Eleanor.” Explore Kingsbrae’s lush, colorful gardens, lighthouses of the region. The island is home to 2,800-acre Roosevelt Campobello International Park managed Visit Bar Harbor, the hub of the state’s famous “Tea with Eleanor” Eleanor Roosevelt enjoyed tea daily at 3 p.m. which feature traditional and modern • Learn about the jointly by the United States and Canada. Eagles and rare sea birds swoop overhead as park lobster industry and the gateway to Acadia Sip a cup of tea at Hubbard Cottage and learn gardening styles. intertwined history visitors witness seals romping in the boils and eddies, and whales breaching further out in Educational Focus: FDR’s Summer National Park. Get to know Campobello Island, about her life as you enjoy her favorite of two nations in the churning sea. After FDR contracted polio in 1921, his visits decreased. But his long Retreat. Delve into the history of Day Seven b | d best known as the summertime home of the afternoon tradition. St. Andrews by-the-Sea, association with his “beloved island” and its people left an enduring impact, influencing Campobello Island. Stroll through the St. Andrews by-the-Sea Roosevelt family. Your journey concludes in St. Local Flavor: No trip to Maine and the town settled by British his policy decisions regarding Canada, international relations and natural resources. gardens and grounds of Roosevelt Excursion: St. Andrews’ U.S. Connection. Andrews by-the-Sea, overlooking the sapphire New Brunswick would be complete without loyalists fleeing the Campobello International Park, which is Whale watching St. Andrews, named after the city in waters of Passamaquoddy Bay. a lobster dinner! Enjoy an authentic New American Revolution. owned and operated by both the United Scotland, was founded by British loyalists CAMPOBELLO COTTAGES island’s wharves frequented by FDR and his Brunswick lobster boil tonight. If you’ve Day One d States and Canada. The park is centered south of the border. Learn more about the CAMPOBELLO ISLAND contemporaries. Visit St. Anne’s Anglican never eaten a whole lobster before, you Bangor, Maine/Bar Harbor around Franklin D. Roosevelt’s 34-room town and its shared history with the United The turn-of-the-century homes within Cadillac Mountain, Acadia National Park A Church, where FDR and his family worshiped can get a few tips from the locals on the Depart for Bangor, Maine. “cottage.” The home, typical of the turn-of- States as you make your way through the Roosevelt Campobello International Park were A during their summer visits to Campobello best way to tackle this tasty crustacean! Provided for AHI FlexAir participants. the-century cottages built by the wealthy St. Andrews National Historic District. once the summer getaways of wealthy East Discover the rustic glamour of Bar Harbor, Campobello Coast Guard and fishing boats, Bar Harbor Island. Coast families. Humbler than the families’ Upon arrival, transferA to your oceanfront summer residents, is filled with original Day Six b | l Independent Exploration: Spend the Island and St. Andrews by-the-Sea. Favored at the turn of Newport, Rhode Island, summer mansions Excursion: A Whale of a Time. Learn afternoon exploring St. Andrews’ downtown accommodations at Bar Harbor Inn in Bar Vanderbilts and Morgans, among others — memorabilia. St. Andrews by-the-Sea (also called cottages), the Campobello homes the 20th century by rich and powerful families along the Harbor. began building summer homes here. Visit the about the local whale rescue and the or enjoying the amenities of the resort. Day Four b | l | d Excursion: Go East. Visit Quoddy Head were peaceful sanctuaries. These “simple” Abbe Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate, that is Canadian Whale Institute before embarking THE ALGONQUIN RESORT U.S. East Coast and in Ottawa and Montréal seeking a Attend a Welcome Reception and Dinner. Campobello Island State Park and the easternmost point in the Tonight, gather with your fellow travelers for homes still met the standards of their well- dedicated to the culture and history of the on a whale-watching cruise on the world- United States. See the distinctive red-and- heeled residents. Today, these private cottages, ST. ANDREWS BY-THE-SEA change from hectic city life, these remote summer seaside Day Two b | l Excursion: Acadia National Park. See than 1,100 plant species. Driving along the Park Excursion and Educational Focus: The a festive Farewell Reception and Dinner. Wabanaki Nations. Then cruise Frenchman Bay renowned Bay of Fundy. A naturalist will outfitted with period furniture and antiques, The Algonquin Resort inaugurated the town of Bar Harbor the rugged beauty of Maine’s Mount Desert Loop Road, admire views of the Gulf of Maine, Beloved Island. Discover why Roosevelt white striped lighthouse, West Quoddy Head retreats offered fresh air, pristine scenery and rugged aboard a traditional lobster boat and learn about provide information about the whales and Day Eight b have been updated with modern conveniences, St. Andrews by-the-Sea as Canada’s first seaside Island during a drive with a local naturalist on glacial lakes and more. This scenic drive also called Campobello his “beloved island” Light. The park is an excellent place to see resort when it opened in 1889. The hotel takes outdoor pursuits like sailing and hiking. Today, these Excursion: Bar Harbor — Lobster the state’s lobster industry. other wildlife that live in and around the bay. Transfer to the airport for the return flight such as individual bathrooms for each the scenic, 27-mile Park Loop Road. takes you up Cadillac Mountain. At 1,530 feet, during a presentation at the island’s library a variety of birds, and look offshore for a guests back in time while still offering every Town, Summer Resort and More. The Educational Focus: Local Lore. A local to your gateway city. bedroom. These elegant homes have large locales still remain ideal for a summer getaway, proving Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch today at a Bar Established in 1916, Acadia National Park was the mountain offers an incomparable view of and museum by a local historian. FDR was a possible sighting of humpback, minke and living and dining rooms. All the cottages have modern convenience. Enjoy views of the grounds first settlers arrived here in 1763, and the storyteller shares the legends of the area’s Note: Itinerary sequence and scheduled events may that the simple things in life — fresh air, the great town gained notoriety as a playground of the Harbor restaurant. the first national park to be created east of Bar Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. member of the library’s board. Continue finback whales. large porches, which today still serve as the and the ocean from your guest room. Stroll First Nation people. change. Many excursions in this program involve an through manicured gardens or take a walk on rich and famous during the mid-1800s when the Mississippi. This special region supports Cross the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Bridge with a drive around the island on former Excursion: St. Croix Island. Your journey element of walking. main socializing areas with the neighbors. outdoors, lobster and fish just plucked from the sea Day Three b | l | d the private beach. Enjoy a spa, indoor and a diversity of wildlife and plantlife: more than Day Five b | l | d Included meals indicated each day as Revel in this special experience that is not several of the United States’ most powerful Campobello Island, into Canada to reach Campobello Island, where carriage roads where visitors of yesteryear to St. Andrews by-the-Sea takes you briefly outdoor pools, a gym, a golf course, excellent and croquet on the lawn — are often the best. 40 mammal and 300 bird species and more B | L | D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. available to the general public. families — the Astors, Rockefellers, New Brunswick you will check in to your cottage. used to visit scenic spots, including the Campobello Island back into Maine, where you will visit St. Croix cuisine, Wi-Fi throughout the resort and more. | Day-by-Day ItInerary | FDR’s | accommoDatIons | Program Beloved Island HIgHlIgHts • Tour FDR’s summer home and stay in turn- of-the-century homes of his contemporaries, an opportunity not available to the general public. • Discover the unique culture of a lifestyle built around the sea in Maine and New Brunswick. Throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Campobello Island lured city dwellers • Delight in a whale- yearning to trade the summer heat and bustle of city life for the island’s salt air and St. Andrews by-the-Sea Acadia National Park watching cruise on the sunshine, and they were known as “rusticators.” Seduced by its rugged, tranquil beauty BAR HARBOR INN Bay of Fundy and learn and spectacular views of Passamaquoddy Bay, they built sprawling seaside cottages. The Independent Exploration: The morning is Island International Historic Site. In 1604, a BAR HARBOR Enjoy oceanview rooms at the waterfront about local conservation most notable residents among them were the Roosevelts. at leisure to enjoy the Campobello park group of French explorers, including Samuel efforts. Bar Harbor Inn, an inviting property near the From the age of one, Franklin spent summers there. As a boy he explored its bogs, soaring grounds. Stroll on one of the nature trails, Champlain, landed here and built one of the earliest European colonies in North America. beautiful downtown. Savor fresh seafood at the • Admire the scenic headlands and virgin forest. He swam in the cold waters of the Bay of Fundy and learned play a round of croquet or enjoy a book on hotel restaurant, or walk to nearby restaurants. natural beauty of the to sail the world’s highest tides under the guidance of island fishermen. FDR introduced the porch of your cottage. Continue to St. Andrews by-the-Sea, where There is Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. There also is Atlantic coast and Eleanor to the island in 1903, and they maintained an annual tradition of summering there Local Flavor: Enjoy an alfresco lunch today you will check in to The Algonquin Resort. a fitness center, swimming pool, spa and salon. Acadia National Park Bar Harbor in their 34-room red cottage. FDR strove to share with his five children all the rewarding at the cottages. Educational Focus: Kingsbrae Garden. and the distinctive pastimes he’d enjoyed as a boy. Educational Focus: “Tea with Eleanor.” Explore Kingsbrae’s lush, colorful gardens, lighthouses of the region. The island is home to 2,800-acre Roosevelt Campobello International Park managed Visit Bar Harbor, the hub of the state’s famous “Tea with Eleanor” Eleanor Roosevelt enjoyed tea daily at 3 p.m. which feature traditional and modern • Learn about the jointly by the United States and Canada. Eagles and rare sea birds swoop overhead as park lobster industry and the gateway to Acadia Sip a cup of tea at Hubbard Cottage and learn gardening styles. intertwined history visitors witness seals romping in the boils and eddies, and whales breaching further out in Educational Focus: FDR’s Summer National Park. Get to know Campobello Island, about her life as you enjoy her favorite of two nations in the churning sea. After FDR contracted polio in 1921, his visits decreased. But his long Retreat. Delve into the history of Day Seven b | d best known as the summertime home of the afternoon tradition. St. Andrews by-the-Sea, association with his “beloved island” and its people left an enduring impact, influencing Campobello Island. Stroll through the St. Andrews by-the-Sea Roosevelt family. Your journey concludes in St. Local Flavor: No trip to Maine and the town settled by British his policy decisions regarding Canada, international relations and natural resources. gardens and grounds of Roosevelt Excursion: St. Andrews’ U.S. Connection. Andrews by-the-Sea, overlooking the sapphire New Brunswick would be complete without loyalists fleeing the Campobello International Park, which is Whale watching St. Andrews, named after the city in waters of Passamaquoddy Bay. a lobster dinner! Enjoy an authentic New American Revolution. owned and operated by both the United Scotland, was founded by British loyalists CAMPOBELLO COTTAGES island’s wharves frequented by FDR and his Brunswick lobster boil tonight. If you’ve Day One d States and Canada. The park is centered south of the border. Learn more about the CAMPOBELLO ISLAND contemporaries. Visit St. Anne’s Anglican never eaten a whole lobster before, you Bangor, Maine/Bar Harbor around Franklin D. Roosevelt’s 34-room town and its shared history with the United The turn-of-the-century homes within Cadillac Mountain, Acadia National Park A Church, where FDR and his family worshiped can get a few tips from the locals on the Depart for Bangor, Maine. “cottage.” The home, typical of the turn-of- States as you make your way through the Roosevelt Campobello International Park were A during their summer visits to Campobello best way to tackle this tasty crustacean! Provided for AHI FlexAir participants. the-century cottages built by the wealthy St. Andrews National Historic District. once the summer getaways of wealthy East Discover the rustic glamour of Bar Harbor, Campobello Coast Guard and fishing boats, Bar Harbor Island. Coast families. Humbler than the families’ Upon arrival, transferA to your oceanfront summer residents, is filled with original Day Six b | l Independent Exploration: Spend the Island and St. Andrews by-the-Sea. Favored at the turn of Newport, Rhode Island, summer mansions Excursion: A Whale of a Time. Learn afternoon exploring St. Andrews’ downtown accommodations at Bar Harbor Inn in Bar Vanderbilts and Morgans, among others — memorabilia. St. Andrews by-the-Sea (also called cottages), the Campobello homes the 20th century by rich and powerful families along the Harbor. began building summer homes here. Visit the about the local whale rescue and the or enjoying the amenities of the resort. Day Four b | l | d Excursion: Go East. Visit Quoddy Head were peaceful sanctuaries. These “simple” Abbe Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate, that is Canadian Whale Institute before embarking THE ALGONQUIN RESORT U.S. East Coast and in Ottawa and Montréal seeking a Attend a Welcome Reception and Dinner. Campobello Island State Park and the easternmost point in the Tonight, gather with your fellow travelers for homes still met the standards of their well- dedicated to the culture and history of the on a whale-watching cruise on the world- United States. See the distinctive red-and- heeled residents. Today, these private cottages, ST. ANDREWS BY-THE-SEA change from hectic city life, these remote summer seaside Day Two b | l Excursion: Acadia National Park. See than 1,100 plant species. Driving along the Park Excursion and Educational Focus: The a festive Farewell Reception and Dinner. Wabanaki Nations. Then cruise Frenchman Bay renowned Bay of Fundy. A naturalist will outfitted with period furniture and antiques, The Algonquin Resort inaugurated the town of Bar Harbor the rugged beauty of Maine’s Mount Desert Loop Road, admire views of the Gulf of Maine, Beloved Island. Discover why Roosevelt white striped lighthouse, West Quoddy Head retreats offered fresh air, pristine scenery and rugged aboard a traditional lobster boat and learn about provide information about the whales and Day Eight b have been updated with modern conveniences, St. Andrews by-the-Sea as Canada’s first seaside Island during a drive with a local naturalist on glacial lakes and more. This scenic drive also called Campobello his “beloved island” Light. The park is an excellent place to see resort when it opened in 1889. The hotel takes outdoor pursuits like sailing and hiking. Today, these Excursion: Bar Harbor — Lobster the state’s lobster industry. other wildlife that live in and around the bay. Transfer to the airport for the return flight such as individual bathrooms for each the scenic, 27-mile Park Loop Road. takes you up Cadillac Mountain. At 1,530 feet, during a presentation at the island’s library a variety of birds, and look offshore for a guests back in time while still offering every Town, Summer Resort and More. The Educational Focus: Local Lore. A local to your gateway city. bedroom. These elegant homes have large locales still remain ideal for a summer getaway, proving Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch today at a Bar Established in 1916, Acadia National Park was the mountain offers an incomparable view of and museum by a local historian. FDR was a possible sighting of humpback, minke and living and dining rooms. All the cottages have modern convenience. Enjoy views of the grounds first settlers arrived here in 1763, and the storyteller shares the legends of the area’s Note: Itinerary sequence and scheduled events may that the simple things in life — fresh air, the great town gained notoriety as a playground of the Harbor restaurant. the first national park to be created east of Bar Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. member of the library’s board. Continue finback whales. large porches, which today still serve as the and the ocean from your guest room. Stroll First Nation people. change. Many excursions in this program involve an through manicured gardens or take a walk on rich and famous during the mid-1800s when the Mississippi. This special region supports Cross the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Bridge with a drive around the island on former Excursion: St. Croix Island. Your journey element of walking. main socializing areas with the neighbors. outdoors, lobster and fish just plucked from the sea Day Three b | l | d the private beach. Enjoy a spa, indoor and a diversity of wildlife and plantlife: more than Day Five b | l | d Included meals indicated each day as Revel in this special experience that is not several of the United States’ most powerful Campobello Island, into Canada to reach Campobello Island, where carriage roads where visitors of yesteryear to St. Andrews by-the-Sea takes you briefly outdoor pools, a gym, a golf course, excellent and croquet on the lawn — are often the best. 40 mammal and 300 bird species and more B | L | D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. available to the general public. families — the Astors, Rockefellers, New Brunswick you will check in to your cottage. used to visit scenic spots, including the Campobello Island back into Maine, where you will visit St. Croix cuisine, Wi-Fi throughout the resort and more. Reserve your trip to Coastal Maine & New Brunswick, today! NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, entry/departure fees; personal gratuities; laundry and dry clean- ing; excursions, wines, liquors, mineral waters and meals not | included Features | An Exclusive Stay at FDR’s Beloved Summer Retreat Trip #:10-21762W mentioned in this brochure under included features; travel LAND PROGRAM insurance; all items of a strictly personal nature. featuring Send to: The Association of Former Students MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to decline to accept or to retain any person as a member of this ACCOMMODATIONS Attn: Traveling Aggies Paid trip who, in the opinion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or whose August 19-26, 2015 505 George Bush Drive physical or mental condition may constitute a danger to them- • Two nights in Bar Harbor, Maine, at the first-class Bar Harbor Inn. AHI Travel College Station, TX 77840-2918 selves or to others on the trip, subject only to the requirement U.S. Postage Presorted Std. Presorted Phone: 979-845-7514 Fax: 979-845-9263 that the portion of the total amount paid which corresponds to Toll Free: 800-633-7514 the unused services and accommodations be refunded. • Three nights on Campobello Island, New Brunswick, in the private Campobello Passengers requiring special assistance, including without limi- Full Legal Name (exactly as it appears on passport) tation those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, Full Price Special Savings Special Price* cottages. must be accompanied by someone who is fit and able to assist them, and who will be totally responsible for providing all $3,945 $250 $3,695* • Two nights in St. Andrews by-the-Sea, New Brunswick, at The Algonquin Resort, required assistance. Guest 1: ______AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of air transportation offered a first-class hotel. Title First Middle Last Date of Birth by AHI Travel is based on Advance Purchase Excursion fares. After tickets are issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket price *Special Price valid if booked by the date found on the address panel. may be levied. If connecting flights are requested, special pro- MEALS motional fares may be used, in which case penalties of as much VAT is an additional $295 per person. Email:______as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if reservations are • Enjoy an extensive meal program, featuring seven breakfasts, five lunches and five changed or canceled after ticketing. After departure, if the Top to bottom: reservations are changed, you will be charged the higher, all dinners. Tea or coffee is included with all meals, plus wine with dinner. Take advantage of Guest 2: ______year Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINER- All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and do not include air program costs Bar Harbor Title First Middle Last Date of Birth ARY MUST BE REQUESTED NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to make their own airline (unless otherwise stated). Single accommodations are an additional $895 (limited availability). leisure time to try the local cuisine independently. Wildlife, Campobello Island reservations independently will be wholly responsible for any Lighthouse sign airline fees or penalties incurred as a result of program cancel- • Sample authentic regional specialties during select meals at featured local restaurants. Whale watching, Bay of Fundy Email:______lation and/or change in travel dates, or airline schedule(s). Lobster cook BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline • Attend Welcome and Farewell Receptions and Dinners. policy and the class of service flown. Details will be provided Cover photos (clockwise): Street Address: ______with your pre-departure information. Baggage allowances are Howdy, Ags! We experienced a Roosevelt Cottage, subject to change by the carrier without notice. Excess baggage AHI FLEXAIR ITINERARY TRANSPORTATION charges for additional or oversized/overweight pieces are Campobello Island expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your A Come join us for a unique opportunity to explore Maine, USA, and first class trip. The City: ______Day 1 Depart Gateway City /Arrive Whale, Bay of Fundy, wardrobe accordingly. Transport of baggage and personal Aug. 19-26, 2015 • All deluxe motor coach transfers in the Land Program itinerary and baggage handling on effects is at the owner's risk throughout the travel program. Bangor, Maine/Bar Harbor New Brunswick, Canada. We’ll spend time in Bar Harbor, Maine, before Association of Former New Brunswick AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS- these transfers are included. State: ______ZIP: ______On occasion, AHI Travel obtains, from its staff, or from trip par- Day 2 Bar Harbor heading north to Campobello Island and St. Andrews by-the-Sea in Students and AHI ticipants, photographic or video images of passengers and trip Our personalized air program allows you to activities. By participating in this travel program, you authorize Day 3 Campobello Island, New Brunswick YOUR EXCITING TRAVEL PROGRAM did a great job. Home: (______)______Cell: (______)______AHI Travel, without providing compensation to you, or obtaining select your flights, routing, class of service Canada to enjoy fresh ocean breezes, beautiful views, small-town additional approvals from you, to include photographic and Day 4 Campobello Island Dan '77 & Lynda Kaspar video recordings of you, as well as voice recordings included and dates of travel in consultation with one (For details, please see the day-by-day itinerary.) charm and more! Sharing room with ______. (Form sent separately.) with any videos, in AHI Travel's sales, marketing, advertising, Day 5 Campobello Island publicity and/or training activities. of our experienced Passenger Service • Informative educational programs presented by local experts to enhance your insight During our journey, we’ll discover the local culture and history, Name(s) you would like on your name badge(s): RESPONSIBILITY-AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association do not own or operate any entity which provides goods or serv- Day 6 St. Andrews by-the-Sea into the region. We went, we saw, we ices for this program, and act only as agents for the independ- Representatives. Airfares will vary, depending admire the scenery, see local wildlife, embark on a whale-watching (1) ______(2)______ent suppliers of travel conveyance, transport, accommodations Day 7 St. Andrews by-the-Sea • Personal VOX listening devices allow you to hear every word from your expert, fell in love. It was the Class Year Class Year or other services. All such persons or entities are independent on airline, routing and class of service. In A cruise in the Bay of Fundy and board a traditional lobster boat to learn I/we authorize you to make my/our reservations as follows: contractors. As a result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Day 8 Return to Gateway City English-speaking guides. experience of a lifetime. Land and AHI FlexAir Program Association are not liable for any negligence or willful act of any most cases, transfers between the airport and about the famous local industry during a cruise of Frenchman Bay. We’ll such person or entity or any third person. In addition and with- Note: Itinerary may change due to local Ì I/we reserve the Land Program and request the round trip AHI FlexAir to and • All excursions: Richard '62 & Marvel out limitation, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are learn about Campobello Island’s two most famous residents, Franklin from Bangor, Maine, to depart from: not responsible for any delays, delayed departure or arrival, hotel/cruise ship will be included on arrival conditions. Many excursions in this program missed carrier connections, loss, death, damage or injury to involve an element of walking. – Explore Bar Harbor, the famed summer seaside town, and ride in a lobster boat. and Eleanor Roosevelt, and stay in unique, turn-of-the-century homes Love ______person or property or accident, mechanical defect, failure or and departure days. Your Passenger Service Departure City negligence of any nature howsoever caused in connection with – Visit Quoddy Head State Park, the easternmost point in the United States. any accommodations, transportation or other services or for Representative will provide you with all of the AProvided for AHI FlexAir participants. built by some of the island’s summer residents. We’ll also visit Acadia Ì Please contact me regarding air options. any substitution of hotels or of common carrier equipment, – Explore Maine’s Acadia National Park. Previously we have A word about your Tour Operator Ì Please send me information on upgrading my flights. with or without notice, or for any additional expenses occa- details you need to guarantee your transfer. National Park. sioned thereby. Dates, Program Details and Tour costs, although – Walk in the footsteps of FDR and Eleanor Roosevelt on Campobello Island. traveled independently. AHI Travel is the premier operator of deluxe travel programs sponsored Land Only Program given in good faith and based on tariffs, exchange rates and Book your air with us to ensure assistance in This travel program, limited to 28 travelers, is sure to be popular. Be Ì I/we will make my/our own air arrangements and transfers. other information current at the time of printing, are subject to – Go whale watching and see other wildlife during a cruise on the Bay of Fundy. This trip was the first by alumni associations. Their experienced, professional staff has offered the Ì I prefer single accommodations at an additional $895 (limited availability). change at or before the time of departure. No revisions of the highest level of service in innovative travel programs since 1962. printed itinerary or its included features are anticipated; how- the case of schedule changes or delays that sure to avoid disappointment and reserve your space today! Ì – See St. Croix Island, discovered by the French in 1604. I request assistance in securing a roommate but will accept a single, if one is ever, the right is reserved to make any changes, with or without tour we have ever taken In AHI Travel’s care, you can rely on: available at this time, and pay the single supplement. Should a roommate be notice, that might become necessary, with the mutual under- may impact your air travel plans. – Stroll through Kingsbrae Garden, one of Canada’s best botanic gardens. found, I understand the supplement will no longer apply. standing that any additional expenses will be paid by the individ- and it exceeded our • An exceptional travel value. It would be impossible for an ual passenger. Baggage and personal effects are the sole – Visit the historic town of St. Andrews. Reservations are subject to availability and are processed on a first come, first responsibility of the owners at all times. If the entire program Gig 'em! independent traveler to arrange all these unique experiences, inclusions