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Dear Friends,
Thank you for your interest in the Great Britain with Agricultural Highlights tour,
August 25 – September 5, 2016. This fabulous vacation will be hosted by Bob Bosold,
WAXX 104 Farm Director.
You'll appreciate these included Holiday Vacations Extra Value Features:
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Roundtrip transportation from convenient locations throughout central Wisconsin to Minneapolis
Roundtrip airfare from Minneapolis to London, with return from Edinburgh
Excellent hotel accommodations with three nights in London, two nights in Cardiff, one night in Chester
and three nights in Edinburgh
Great Britain highlights including the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London, Stonehenge, Roman Baths,
Cardiff Castle and Holyrood Palace
Agricultural highlights including Will Prichard’s Farm, Hilltop Farm and Hilton Wild Boar Farm
17 excellent meals featuring a traditional English afternoon tea
A professional Holiday Vacations Tour Director who will accompany you throughout the tour
Expert European Driver/Guides for our tours and sightseeing
Guaranteed prices upon receipt of your deposit
$100 Travel Voucher for use on a future Holiday Vacations tour
There's no better way to experience Great Britain’s agricultural highlights than with Holiday Vacations.
Our 43 years of experience and dedication to personalized service will assure you that this 12-day tour
will exceed your expectations. Holiday Vacations' inclusive attractions, sightseeing, many meals and all
accommodations as listed in our tour itineraries offer our guests extraordinary value.
Due to the tremendous interest, we anticipate this tour to sell out quickly - book today! A risk-free deposit of
only $200 will reserve your space and is fully refundable prior to final payment date. We look forward to
having you travel with us!
Sincerely,
Courtney Nelson
Tour Consultant Manager
Holiday Vacations
1-800-826-2266
12 days | A ll airfare included!
Great
Britain
with Agricultural Highlights
August 25 - September 5, 2016
with host Bob Bosold,
WAXX 104 Farm Director
Loca l Departur es • Low Deposit • Guar anteed prices
1-800-826-2266
www.holidayvacations.net
District in time to enjoy the local area
and dinner at the hotel. B,D
DAY 9: Hilltop Fa r m
Great
Britain
with Agricultural Highlights
Bob Bosold
Bob Bosold has been the Farm Director
at WAXX 104 for 36 years. Bob received
the Farm Broadcaster of the Year award
in 2002 and was recently inducted into
the Wisconsin Broadcasters Hall of Fame.
He also makes many appearances at
farm related events, where he enjoys
visiting with WAXX listeners. Bob spends
much of his leisure time with his two sons.
Bob has hosted over 30 farm tours to
many fascinating destinations including
San Antonio, New Orleans, Alaska,
California, Florida, Hawaii and New
England. His international tours include Italy, China, Railroading in the
Rockies, Austria & Germany, Switzerland, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand
and Holland.
Bob’s enthusiasm, humor, agricultural
expertise and farming experiences will
add to the enjoyment of your vacation.
He invites WAXX 104 listeners to join
him on this
spectacular
vacation!
Edinburgh
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Motorcoach
Lakes District
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Flights
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# of Overnights
Liverpool
Chester 1
Brecon Beacons
National Park
Cardiff
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Bath
Stonehenge
London
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August 25 - September 5, 2016
Indulge in the royal traditions of England and beautiful British countryside.
DAY 1: FLY TO EUROPE
Joined by our Tour Director, we rest
and relax during an overnight flight to
Great Britain.
DAY 2: ARRI V E LONDON
We are warmly welcomed by our British
Blue Badge, noted as the U.K.’s most
qualified tour guides. Discover some of
the cities famous landmarks before arriving
at our downtown London accommodations
at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
Hotel late afternoon, where we enjoy a
fabulous three-night stay. Tonight, our
Tour Director hosts a special WAXX
Welcome Dinner at our hotel. D
DAY 3: tour lONDON
After breakfast, a Blue Badge Guide
introduces us to the iconic landmarks,
renowned museums and beautifully
manicured parks of this dynamic capital.
We arrive at the Tower of London. This
enduring fortress houses both Britain’s
Crown Jewels and a medieval collection
of armory and weaponry. Snap a picture
of neighboring Tower Bridge as we cruise
the River Thames. Later, we partake in a
full afternoon tea complete with finger
sandwiches, scones and delicate pastries
at the beautiful Georgian Restaurant in
Harrod’s Department Store. There will be
time to shop and explore Harrod’s after
our tea. Be sure not to miss the fascinating
Edwardian food halls or the sparkling
jewels in the fine jewelry department. B,T
DAY 4: Buckingham Palace
This morning experience the history and
drama of the Churchill Cabinet War Rooms.
Hidden beneath the streets near the
Prime Minister’s dwelling at 10 Downing
Street, these are the bunkers where
Churchill directed WWII. All of the rooms
are almost exactly as they were left at the
end of the war. Next experience the
pomp and ceremony of the changing
of the Queen’s Life Guard at the
Horse Guards Parade. The afternoon
brings a special treat. Embrace the
regal elegance and royal traditions of
Britain’s monarchy during a tour of the
Buckingham Palace State Apartments,
open to visitors just two months of the
year. See the opulent throne and the
rooms the queen uses to entertain
dignitaries and honorees during royal
celebrations and festivities. B
DAY 5: STONEHENGE & BATH
Traveling west we discover Stonehenge,
the most recognized prehistoric
monument in the world. Few places
have generated more speculation
than the mysterious circle of standing
stones known as Stonehenge. Arriving
in Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage
Site, we are introduced to the cultural
richness of honey-hued city. See Bath
Abbey and have leisure time to amble
the streets before we tour the Roman
Baths. Once a magnificent temple and
bathing complex, its extensive ruins
and artifacts have been well-preserved
and the naturally heated mineral waters
still bubble today. We continue our
journey over the border into Wales and
our home for the next two nights in the
capital city of Cardiff. This evening we
enjoy a tour of Cardiff Castle and a fun
exploration of Welsh music and culture
during a banquet in the castle. B,D
DAY 6: Welsh Countryside
This morning we embark on an excursion
into the Welsh countryside for a farm
visit on one of Will Prichard’s farming
operations. Will is a well-travelled
farmer from Wales and has been
around the globe studying innovative
and sustainable farming systems. In
the afternoon, we will visit a mechanized
dairy farm. The Welsh are well-known
for their hospitality and our visit to
these farms is sure to be a day to be
remembered. We will return to Cardiff
late afternoon to enjoy a free evening
to explore the pubs of Cardiff for a
tasty dinner on your own. B
DAY 7: Chester
We head north after leaving Cardiff for
the beautiful old red sandstone mountain
peaks of the Brecon Beacons National
Park located in South Wales. Keep
your eye open for Welsh Mountain
Ponies and Mountain Sheep as we
make our way through the grassy
moorland to the medieval walled city
of Chester, located on the River Dee
and near the border with Wales. We
will learn the fascinating history of this
city on a walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Our accommodations
are at the Crowne Plaza Chester Hotel
conveniently located in the city center
near shops and historic pubs. Enjoy a
free evening in this charming city. B
DAY 8: Li v er pool
After breakfast at our hotel, we head
north to the industrial city of Liverpool to
learn about the history of the Fab Four.
A local guide will join us on the coach
and take us on a Magical Mystery Tour
to many of the sites associated with the
Fab Four, such as Penny Lane, Strawberry
Field and the childhood homes of John,
Paul, George and Ringo. After the tour,
we will explore The Beatles Experience
museum. After lunch, we are off to
England’s fabled Lake District, an area
which has inspired artists and poets for
centuries. We will check into the Low
Wood Bay Hotel located in the Lake
& C a rc a nt Fa r m
We start our day with a visit to Hilltop
Farm, Beatrix Potter’s property
purchased with the proceeds from
her first book, Peter Rabbit. Ms Potter
was instrumental in land preservation
and beginning the National Trust as
well as fostering the Herdwick sheep
breed local to the area. This afternoon,
we arrive at Carcant Farm, home to
Neth Hill Border Collies. See how
owner Julie Hill, Supreme National
Championship winner, demonstrates
how she trains her collies using her
own developed method. We will arrive
at our home for the next three evenings
in the heart of Edinburgh and enjoy an
included dinner at the hotel. B,D
DAY 10: W ild Boa r Fa r m &
Whisky distillery
We begin our day heading north to the
Hilton Wild Boar Farm. Farmer Andrew
Johnston will show us his operation
and explain what is involved in raising
specialized livestock. Next, we are in for
a real treat, lunch on the farm including
a taste of wild boar and local produce.
What could be better after lunch than
a “wee dram?” We will learn all about
whisky production at the Wild Grouse
Experience at the Glenturret Distillery.
Our tour of the distillery will include a
taste of two whiskys. This evening is
free to explore the local dining and
nightlife in Edinburgh. B,L
DAY 11: holy rood pa l ace
This morning we visit Holyrood Palace
and learn about the mystique of Mary
Queen of Scots. The afternoon is
yours to make personal discoveries
while exploring the winding streets
of Edinburgh. Tonight we celebrate
Scottish traditions at the magically
historic setting of Prestonfield House.
We’re treated to a spectacular Holiday
Vacations Farewell Dinner with
exceptional entertainment as kilted
waiters serve us a gourmet dinner
including wine as we reminisce
about our adventure. B,D
DAY 12: Fly Home
We return home with treasured memories
of our week in Great Britain. B
Note: Changing of the Queen’s Life Guard
subject to change.
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YOUR HOLIDAY VACATIONS
EXPERIENCE INCLUDES
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All airfare
All fuel surcharges, government
fees, airport & departure taxes
(minimum value of $717 per person)
Holiday Vacations Tour Director
Blue Badge Guides
Motorcoach and professional Driver
Baggage handling at hotels
$100 travel voucher for a future
Holiday Vacations tour
17 Excellent Meals Featuring
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Daily European breakfast
WAXX Welcome Dinner
Traditional English Afternoon Tea
Cardiff Castle Banquet
Holiday Vacations Farewell Dinner
& Show at Prestonfield House
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All Accommodations Featuring
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3 nights at the Park Plaza
Westminster Bridge in London
2 nights at the Hilton Cardiff Hotel
1 night at the Crowne Plaza Chester Hotel
3 nights the Glasshouse Hotel in Edinburgh
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London city tour
Tower of London & Crown Jewels
Churchill War Rooms
Buckingham Palace
Stonehenge
Roman Baths
Cardiff Castle
Local Farm Visits including
Will Prichard’s Farm, Hilltop Farm,
Carcant Farm, Hilton Wild Boar Farm,
Mechanized Welsh Dairy Farm
Liverpool Magical Mystery Tour
Edinburgh
Glenturret Whisky Distillery
Holyrood Palace
Price Per Person
ALL AIRFARE INCLUDED!
Double...............$5499 per person
Single...................6899 per person
Triple subject to availability
A valid U.S. passport is required for all U.S.
citizens. Passport cards and enhanced
driver’s licenses are NOT acceptable
Deposit: $200 per person
Final Payment: May 23, 2016
Full refund 96 days prior to departure
Guaranteed Price: Your price is
guaranteed upon receipt of your deposit.
Featured Attractions
Hilltop Farm
Beatrix Potter actively supported the National Trust
for most of her life and left Hilltop and the surrounding land to the Trust upon her death. In 1946, the
Trust opened Hilltop to the public. The beautiful
farmhouse has become increasingly popular with
visitors the world over. Filled with items she treasured, the house is set up as if she just walked out
the door for a stroll.
Tower of London
Located on the banks of the River Thames, this
castle has played a prominent role in England’s
history. Founded in 1066, this fortress served
as an armory, royal mint and notorious prison.
Designated today as a World Heritage Site,
we will view Britain’s Crown Jewels and hear
the ancient secrets of this mighty fortress.
Stonehenge
Located on the Salisbury Plain, this prehistoric
monument has captured the imagination of
visitors for centuries. Explore the site through
the newly completed interactive visitor’s center,
discover the monument and uncover the
theories of this ancient marvel’s construction.
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FREE TRAVEL SHOWS
Holiday Vacations invites you to attend an informative travel show featuring
the Great Britain with Agricultural Highlights tour, August 25 – September 5, 2016.
This fabulous vacation will be hosted by Bob Bosold, WAXX 104 Farm Director.
Eau Claire
Tuesday, May 10
Holiday Vacations Conference Center
2727 Henry Ave.
2 p.m.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Guaranteed Prices Holiday Vacations’
published tour prices are based on the rates
known at the time of publication and are
expected to be in effect at the time of departure. Once we have received your deposit,
your price is guaranteed, and any subsequent price increase is at our expense.
Reservations Make reservations well in
advance. Space requested by phone will be
held for five business days, pending receipt
of the required deposit by mail, telephone
or in person. Reservations made after the
indicated final payment due date must be
paid in full at the time of reservation.
A Deposit Of $200 Per Person A deposit
must accompany all reservation requests.
Personal check, money order, Discover,
MasterCard or VISA are acceptable forms
of payment. The deposit is fully refundable
prior to the final payment due date.
Hazardous Materials Federal law forbids
the carriage of hazardous materials
aboard aircraft in your luggage or on
your person. A violation can result in
five years imprisonment and penalties
of $250,000 or more (49 U.S.C. 5124).
Hazardous materials include explosives,
compressed gases, flammable liquids
and solids, oxidizers, poisons, corrosives
and radioactive materials. Examples:
Paints, lighter fluid, fireworks, tear gases,
oxygen bottles, and radio-pharmaceuticals. There are special exceptions for
small quantities (up to 70 ounces total)
of medicinal and toilet articles carried in
your luggage and certain smoking materials carried on your person. For further
information contact Holiday Vacations or
visit faa.gov.
Final Payment A balance due date
and amount will be indicated on your tour
invoice deposit receipt. We accept credit
cards but appreciate final payments to
be made by check or money order.
Airport Departure Cities Departure cities
are subject to change due to limited or
discontinued airline service. The availability
of airline seats may be limited from each
departure city. Holiday Vacations reserves
the right to provide ground transportation
to or from a larger or alternate airport.
Special Requests Individual requests must
be made when booking. Requests for (non)
smoking, special dietary needs, and adjoining, handicap accessible or other room
types are subject to confirmation and
cannot be guaranteed.
Departure From Cities Not Listed
You may request a departure from a
city not listed. Holiday’s air department
will determine the feasibility of your
request and advise you of any additional
cost, if applicable.
Surcharges Included Tour prices are
guaranteed and include airfare, federal taxes,
airport security charges, airline segment fees,
airport passenger facility charges and fuel
surcharges, if applicable. International airfare
also includes applicable airport fees and
taxes assessed by individual countries. Airline
luggage fees are an additional charge and
are payable directly to the airlines at check-in.
Land Only Price You may request a land
only price. If the tour is purchased as
land only, it will be your responsibility to
meet the group at the arrival airport at
the time designated by Holiday Vacations.
If you prefer, you can join the tour at the
first night’s hotel. Taxi or other airport
transfer costs are not included for
independent arrival or departure.
CANCELLATION FEES
Should you cancel your tour reservations for any reason, the following cancellation fees will apply:
Motorcoach Tours (no flights)
Notice received
Prior to final payment date
Final payment date to 31 days prior to departure date
30 days to 48 hours prior to departure date
Less than 48 hours prior to departure or after tour departure
Cancellation fee
Full refund
$200
25% of tour price
100% of tour price
Air Tours–Canada & Lower 48 U.S.
Notice received
Prior to final payment date
Final payment date to 35 days prior to departure date 34 days to 48 hours prior to departure date
Less than 48 hours prior to departure or after tour departure
Cancellation fee
Full refund
25% of tour price
50% of tour price
100% of tour price
International & Cruise Tours, Alaska, Rail, Hawaii
Notice received
Prior to final payment date
Final payment date to 46 days prior to departure date
45 days to 8 days prior to departure date
7 days or less to departure or after tour departure
Cancellation fee
Full refund
25% of tour price
50% of tour price
100% of tour price
Note: If you are sharing a room and your partner cancels or leaves the tour en route, you will be
responsible for the difference between the double and single accommodations tour price.
Airline Seating Seat assignments are
controlled by the airline. We will no longer
solicit requests and seating cannot be
guaranteed by Holiday Vacations.
Award Miles Please be advised that some
commercial airlines offer reduced award
miles to travelers booked on a group reservation. Holiday Vacations is happy to submit
your frequent flyer number to the airlines,
but makes no guarantee that full mileage
will be awarded.
Tour Participation The ability to perform
assorted levels of activity while traveling
varies between each individual. Although
we welcome your questions regarding the
amount of activity on any tour, Holiday
Vacations is unable to determine your
travel health and fitness level. Please
consult your doctor with questions when
evaluating your ability to travel.
Persons Needing Special Assistance
Holiday Vacations does not provide personal attendant services. Any disability
requiring special attention should be
reported to us at the time you make your
reservation. We will make reasonable
attempts to accommodate special needs,
but we are not responsible for any denial
of services by carriers, hotels, restaurants,
and other independent suppliers. Travelers
requiring extraordinary assistance must
be accompanied by a companion who
is capable of and totally responsible for
providing the necessary assistance.
Children On Tour Children traveling on
tour must be at least eight years old and
accompanied by an adult.
Reservation Changes Requests for
changes in flight schedules, early or
extended hotel stays or for other eligible
components of the tour should be made
prior to the final payment date. A nonrefundable processing fee of $50 per
person will apply for any change requested prior to the final payment date and
$100 per person for any change requested
on or after the final payment date. These
fees are in addition to any costs or
penalties from suppliers.
Insurance Holiday Vacations recognizes
the value and importance of travel
insurance for our customers. We offer
an optional Travel Protection Plan, which
includes accident and sickness coverage,
baggage protection, trip interruption and
cancellation insurance. An insurance brochure will be sent with your tour invoice
deposit receipt or may be requested in
advance. For your convenience, the insurance premium is included in the balance
Solo Travelers Holiday Vacations
welcomes solo travelers. We will try to
assist in arranging a roommate for any
person wishing to share accommodations
at the double occupancy tour rate. Should
a shared arrangement not be available,
the single price applies.
Triple & Quad These accommodations
are usually in rooms with two double
beds. A rollaway bed or cot is subject
to availability on a request basis.
Reservation Name/Identification
The requirement to collect your date
of birth, gender and full name as it
appears on the government issued
photo identification you will use on
your tour is federally mandated by the
Transportation Security Administration.
TSA’s privacy policy as well as additional
details, can be found at www.tsa.gov
using the keywords Secure Flight.
Passport Required
(FOR INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL)
Your Passport must be valid for 6 months
from the end date of your tour. It is Holiday
Vacations’ policy that all tours traveling
outside of the United States require a valid
U.S. Passport in the form of a Passport
book. Passport cards and enhanced
driver’s licenses are NOT acceptable forms
of identification for any Holiday Vacations
tour traveling outside of the United States.
Tour Documents Tour packets will be
mailed at least ten days before your tour
departure date. This material includes tour
pickup location and time, a tour itinerary,
hotel list and luggage tag.
Gratuities Tips for all the included
features of your tour (baggage handling,
included meals, etc.) will be taken care
of by your Tour Director. Tips for meals
on your own or for other services are
at your discretion. Customary tips for
the Tour Director & Driver are on a
voluntary basis and given individually.
Suggested gratuities will be provided
with your tour documents.
Train Routes & Schedules Please note
that train schedules and/or routes are
subject to change by railroad passenger
services. No liability shall be incurred by
Holiday Vacations for subsequent changes
to train schedules and/or routes.
Cruise Line Charges Additional fees
applied by the cruise lines are not
included in your tour price. These fees
include but are not limited to: daily
service charge for cabin & wait staff,
specialty restaurant cover charges
and optional shore excursions.
handling charge may be collected by
the airlines for each piece over the
designated allowance and for oversize
or overweight baggage.
On tour, each person is allowed
one suitcase which will be handled
for you at hotels. In addition, you may
carry a small bag aboard. Carry-on
articles are the responsibility of each
person. Carry-ons that do not fit in the
overhead compartments may be charged
as an additional piece of luggage.
Additional pieces of luggage will be
handled for you at hotels at a cost
of $4 per bag, per day or at the cost
specified for some tours. Though every
effort will be made to safeguard your
baggage, Holiday Vacations accepts
no liability for loss or damage.
Photography & Video on Tour Holiday
Vacations reserves the right to take photographs and/or videos on any of its tours
and to use such records for promotional
and/or commercial purposes.
Responsibility Tours are arranged and
operated by Holiday Travel, Inc., d/b/a
Holiday Vacations, 2727 Henry Ave.,
P.O. Box 87, Eau Claire, WI 54702. Holiday
Vacations and their agents act only as an
agent for such other parties, firms or corporations providing services herein. No liability
shall be incurred by Holiday Vacations, their
agents, presenters or co-sponsors because
of injury, loss, delay or other complication
experienced by tour participants.
Holiday Vacations reserves the right
to correct printing errors, to make any
changes or alterations in the printed
itineraries, dates, routings, hotels or in
included features prior to or during the
tour, necessary for the smooth and
efficient operation of the tour. The hotels
used may change without notice. Holiday
Vacations reserves the right to accept,
decline or retain any person as a
participant of these tours.
Checked Luggage
(Not to exceed 62” total dimensions)
Carry-On
Purse, Tote, Camera Bag, Backpack
(Not to exceed 8” x 14” x 20”)
Width
Height
due on your tour invoice. Processing fees
for a voluntary change in airport departure or
for other requested changes are not covered
by this insurance. Insurance must be paid for
on or before your final payment due date.
Luggage The cost of checking luggage
with the airlines is the responsibility
of each guest. This cost, if any, will be
charged by the airlines when checking
luggage for your flight and is payable
directly to the airlines. An excess fee or
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United States Tour Operators Association $1 Million Travelers Assistance
Program Holiday Vacations, as an Active Member of USTOA, is required to post
$1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and
conditions of the USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program, the advance
payments of Holiday Vacations customers in the unlikely event of Holiday Vacations
bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, you should understand
that the $1 Million posted by Holiday Vacations may be sufficient to provide only
a partial recovery of the advance payments received by Holiday Vacations. More
details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program may be obtained by writing to
USTOA at 345 Seventh Avenue, Suite 1801,
New York, New York 10001, or by email to
[email protected] or by visiting their website at
www.USTOA.com.
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