TRAVEL PLANNING GUIDE Panama Canal Cruise & Panama: A Continent Divided, Oceans United 2020 Small Groups: 20-24 travelers—guaranteed! (average of 22) Overseas Adventure Travel ® Small Ships, Smaller Groups, Undiscovered Ports 1 Overseas Adventure Travel ® 347 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210 Dear Traveler, For centuries, history's most intrepid explorers have gazed upon the horizon in search of life- changing discoveries. We invite to you to join their ranks—and seek out unforgettable experiences aboard our 16- to 210-passenger small ships, in groups of 20-25 travelers (with an average of 22). In the following pages, you'll find detailed information on this special Small Ship Adventure. We know that you have numerous options available to you as you make your travel plans, but only O.A.T. offers you the most immersive, authentic travel experience. Plus, with the lowest prices in small ship travel, and FREE or low-cost Single Supplements on all of our trips, you won't find a better value—guaranteed. We believe that travel is about immersion—and our small groups and smaller ships are key to making travel dreams a reality. Aboard a member of our award-winning small ship fleet—recently ranked #2 on Travel + Leisure's Top 10 "World's Best" Small Ship Ocean Cruise Lines for 2018—you'll embark on an active exploration of your dream destination with like-minded American travelers who share your passion for discovery. With your small ship's easy access to intimate, off-the-beaten-path destinations, you'll explore the highlights and hidden gems of each port of call—all while gaining even richer insights from the people who know your destination best. We're the only small ship company to provide local Trip Leaders, who are trained and eager to share their insider's take with you and your small group. So whether you travel solo or with a friend or spouse, you'll always have a dedicated expert by your side to make sure you feel engaged and secure. These enthusiastic residents are one of the main reasons our travelers cite for why they make their world discoveries with us. Plus, you now have the freedom to personalize your adventure with O.A.T. For example, you can customize your air experience, start your trip early or stay longer with our optional pre- and post-trip extensions, or choose to "break away" on your own to arrive early and refreshed before your trip begins. We hope you enjoy the information inside—our Adventure Specialists are available at 1-800- 955-1925 to answer any questions you may have. Thank you for your interest, and we look forward to welcoming you aboard. Warm regards, Alan E. Lewis Harriet R. Lewis Chairman Vice Chairman Overseas Adventure Travel P.S. Visit us online to find our ever-growing collection of videos and films about our adventures—from independent films featuring the destinations you'll visit to itinerary highlights, Trip Leaders, trip extensions, and more. Go to www.oattravel.com and enjoy the show! 2 1073 POD PMA-LET.indd 1 5/31/12 4:11 PM WHAT’S INSIDE TRIP SUMMARY It’s Included . 4 Departure Dates and Prices . 5 Deck Plans . 6 Freedom to Personalize Your Experience . 8 DETAILED DAY-TO-DAY ITINERARY . 9 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THIS TRIP. 31 Travel Documents & Entry Requirements . 33 Health . 35 Money Matters . 39 Preparing for Your Trip . 42 Packing . 45 Climate . 52 Aboard Your Ship . 55 About Your Destinations . 57 Demographics & History . 62 Resources . 70 MAP . 75 3 Explore on land & aboard our privately chartered 24-passenger M/S Discovery Small Groups: 20-24 travelers—guaranteed! (average of 22) $ 12 days from 3595 Includes international airfare Travel from only $300 a day 12 days from $ 2995 Without international airfare Single Supplement: $ 545 Maximize Your To get a richer view of the Included Features on this adventure, Discoveries & Value watch our Trip Itinerary video at www.oattravel.com/pma2020 Optional extensions: Chiriqui Highlands, Panama 3 nights pre-trip from $795 Travel from only $265 per night Colonial Cartagena, Colombia: The Emerald of the Caribbean 3 nights post-trip from $895 Travel from only $299 per night Colombia: Bogotá & Medellín 6 nights post-trip from $1995 Travel from only $333 per night M/S Discovery, the Panama Canal Panama Canal Cruise & Panama: A Continent Divided, Oceans United 4 Panama Canal Cruise & FREEDOM TO PERSONALIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE From spending more time in a favorite city to upgrading your Panama: A Continent Divided, air itinerary, our Adventure Specialists are here to discuss your Oceans United personalization options at 1-800-955-1925. Visit www.oattravel.com/personalize-pma2020 for details. 2020 Dates & Prices To calculate your trip price with airfare, add deck price to air add-ons below. CABIN CATEGORY J A N U A R Y F E B R U A R Y M A R C H APRIL MAY JUNE JULY M ain Deck A $ 4095 $ 4195 $ 3895 $ 3695 $ 3295 $ 3095 $ 2995 (Cabins with picture window) Air Add-Ons JANUARY-JULY M i a m i , O r lando, Tampa $ 600 Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Newark, San Francisco, Washington, DC $ 700 Atlanta, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Houston, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Portland, San Diego, Seattle $ 800 M i n n e a p o lis $ 900 Additional departure cities are available. Upgrade to Business Class may be available for the international portion of your flight. Call for details. PMA2020 Ship & Cruise Direction PACIFIC TO CARIBBEAN (NORTHBOUND) CARIBBEAN TO PACIFIC (SOUTHBOUND) DEPARTURE SHIP DEPARTURE SHIP 1/4, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25; 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/25; 3/3, 1 /7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28; 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/28; 3/6, M /S Discovery M /S Discovery 3/10, 3/17; 4/3, 4/10, 4/17; 5/1, 5/29; 6/26; 7/3 3/13, 3/20, 3/31; 4/7, 4/14; 5/4; 6/1, 6/29; 7/6 Prices are per person. Airfare prices include government taxes, fees, and airline fuel surcharges. Standard Terms & Conditions apply, please visit our website: www.oattravel.com/tc. Every effort has been made to produce this information accurately. We reserve the right to correct errors. For specific departure dates, current availability, and detailed pricing, visit www.oattravel.com/pma2020 pricing RESERVE EARLY & SAVE SHARE YOUR LOVE OF TRAVEL LIMITED LOW-COST SINGLE with our Good Buy Plan SUPPLEMENT AVAILABLE New travelers you refer will The earlier you pay by check or instantly save $100, and you’ll $545 on your main trip & FREE on all electronic funds transfer, earn increasing rewards— extensions. If sold out, be sure to call the more you SAVE! up to a FREE trip! us about our Roommate Matching Program. For details, visit For details, visit www.oattravel.com/gbd www.oattravel.com/va Publication Date 9/19/19 Information & Reservations 1-800-955-1925 www.oattravel.com/pma2020 5 M/S Discovery Small Ship Small Ship Adventures aboard the privately chartered, 24-passenger M/S Discovery Once the exclusive province of large ocean liners, transiting the Panama Canal is a travel milestone. Experience this historic engineering marvel aboard the comfortable and intimate M/S Discovery—our privately chartered catamaran designed to carry just one group of no more than 24 travelers, with our own local Trip Leader. With all outside cabins with private baths and convivial common areas, your time onboard will be carefree and relaxing. While your group cruises from one captivating destination to the next, our friendly, English-speaking crew will attend to your needs with dedication and care. Shipboard Features • Restaurant with single, open seating: Savor regionally- • Outdoor common areas: Relish canal views from your seat inspired dishes or American favorites during all buffets on the Sun and Observation Decks. and table-service meals. • English-speaking crew: Enjoy dedicated attention from • Comfortable lounge: Relax with old friends and new, our international staff throughout your voyage. Plus, all and participate in onboard discussions. shipboard announcements are made in English for your convenience. • Complimentary beverages: Enjoy house beer and house wine— as well as soft drinks—at any time of day while onboard. • Zodiac crafts & kayaks: Embark on up-close explorations of the canal and surrounding landscape with these onboard crafts. 6 M/S DISCOVERY Registry: Republic of Panama Length: 108 ft. Beam: 32 ft. Draft: 6 ft. Bridge Captain’s Number of Cabins: 12 Sun and Cabin Observation and Cabin Size: 116 sq. ft. Deck Crew Mess Passenger Capacity: 24 Built: 2004 Upper Deck Crew/Nationality: 9 crew/ international Gourmet Gallery Passenger Decks: 3 Group Size: 24 travelers, Lounge Restaurant Library maximum, with 1 Trip Leader Stairs, no elevator Coffee Wine Bar Mid Deck Purser’s Office Excursion Tender 1 Kayaks ForeDeck Excursion Store Store Tender 2 Store Main Deck CABIN FEATURES • Each of the ship’s 12 cabins is 110 sq. ft. • All outside-facing with panoramic windows for expansive canal views • Eight cabins have full-size beds, four have twin beds • Private bath with shower, hair dryer, and toiletries Double bed cabin on the M/S Discovery Information & Reservations 1-800-955-1925 www.oattravel.com 7 Define Your Ideal Length of Stay: Arrive Early, Stay Later & More Air Options: More Than 50% of Our Travelers Customize Their Flights Panama City, Panama Information & Reservations 1-800-955-1925 www.oattravel.com/pma2020 8 Panama Canal Cruise & Panama: A Continent Divided, Oceans United 2020 12-Day Small Ship Adventure EXTEND YOUR TRIP PRE-TRIP Chiriqui Highlands, Panama POST-TRIPS Colonial Cartagena, Colombia: The Emerald of the Caribbean OR Colombia: Bogotá & Medellín Your Day-to-Day Itinerary 9 OVERSEAS ADVENTURE TRAVEL Overseas Adventure Travel, founded in 1978, is America’s leading adventure travel company.