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LIVE A LITTLE MORE...
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HIGHLIGHTS:
• Irish National Stud Farm & Japanese Gardens • Waterford Crystal • Charles
Fort • The Titanic Experience • Old Midleton Distillery w/ sampling • Blarney
Castle • Lunch in Blind Piper Pub • Mountain Cattle & Sheep Farmer • Flying Boat
Museum • Cliffs of Moher • Kylemore Abbey & Gardens • Trinity College & Book
of Kells • St. Patrick’s Cathedral • Guinness Storehouse w/ complimentary pint
Spend a night in a
beautiful Castle Hotel!
Ireland
Discover
July 1 - 10, 2015
You are invited to experience Ireland in a very special way. From the charm of Dublin’s Georgian
architecture to the beauty of the Irish coastline, you will discover favorite highlights and some new
adventures that create an experience that can only be brought to you by the MONTANA CHAMBER
OF COMMERCE. You’ll enjoy deluxe accommodations, including a luxury Irish Castle, wonderful
culinary treats, great music and cultural opportunities, all rolled up in an easily paced itinerary. But
foremost, you will come home with memories of the lilt of Irish laughter, the warm smiles and the
welcoming spirit of this island country.
DAY 1 WEDNESDAY, JULY 1, 2015
Depart from JFK International Airport for a direct non-stop flight to Dublin, Ireland.
DAY 2 THURSDAY, JULY 2, 2015
WATERFORD
Arrive early into Dublin. Meet our Irish Driver and Guide. Board our deluxe coach for a relaxing drive south to
Waterford, Ireland. We will make a short stop en route to stretch, and refresh. Relax as we drive through the
Irish countryside making our first stop at the Irish National Stud Farm and Japanese Gardens. The Irish are in
love with their horses and you will see why here. This amazing facility has produced some of the finest race
horses in the world. Then take a walk in the adjacent Japanese Gardens which were laid out in 1906 to
represent the “Life of Man.” We will continue with a drive through Kilkenny, with its impressive Castle framed
by medieval city walls. We will continue to Waterford for our welcome dinner and overnight. (D)
DAY 3 FRIDAY, JULY 3, 2015
CORK
Awaken each day to a full Irish Breakfast at your hotel. We begin our discoveries today with a tour at the famed
House of Waterford. Walk through the various areas of the factory that make up the fascinating steps in the
creation of some of the finest crystal products in the world. We then head to the southern coast of Ireland to
visit Charles Fort. This well-preserved star shaped fort was built in the 1670's by the English to protect Kinsale
harbour against foreign naval forces. Continue on to Cork to check-in for two nights at your 4-star city centre
hotel. Join the group for dinner at the hotel. (B, D)
DAY 4 SATURDAY, JULY 4, 2015
CORK
Formerly known as Queenstown, Cobh, Ireland has a long association with emigration and was the last port of
call for the Titanic. The Titanic Experience in Cobh is a new permanent visitor attraction which opened in
2012. Situated in the original offices of The White Star Line, the location marks the departure point for the last
123 passengers who boarded the Titanic on its fateful maiden voyage to America. It is educational and
emotional. The agenda this afternoon takes a different turn. We visit the Old Midleton Distillery, makers of
one of the finest Irish Whiskeys - Jameson Whiskey. Get ready for a little education on the traditional whiskey
making process and, of course, a little sample! Return to our hotel in Cork for dinner with the group! (B, D)
DAY 5 SUNDAY, JULY 5, 2015
KILLARNEY
Take a little time this morning to walk a few blocks from the hotel to visit the Old English Market in the heart of
Cork city. It is a covered market for fish, fruit, meat and vegetable. The origins of the market can be traced back
to James 1st in 1610, but the present building dates from 1786. We travel today a short distance to Killarney
via the famed village of Blarney through the valley of the River Lee. Climb the steps of Blarney Castle to kiss the
Blarney Stone and be blessed with the “gift of gab”. We'll have time for shopping at Blarney Woollen Mills.
Continue on over the scenic Cork/Kerry Mountains via the Irish speaking villages of Ballymakeery &
Ballyvourney. Arrive in Killarney and check into our 4 Star hotel located just a 5 minute walk to the centre of
town. Sit out on the terrace before dinner and enjoy a cold one with a phenomenal view of the mountains. (B, D)
DAY 6 MONDAY, JULY 6, 2015
KILLARNEY
Today, enjoy one of the most delightful drives in Ireland along the jagged coastline of the Ring of Kerry. Travel
via Killorglin, Glenbeigh, Cahersiveen, Waterville and Coomakesta Pass with its magnificent views over
Derrynane, home of Daniel O' Connell, known as “The Liberator” to Caherdaniel. We wouldn't want you to
pass by the Blind Piper Pub without a visit to this typical Irish Pub… so, of course, we will stop for lunch.
Continue on to Castlecove to meet a mountain sheep & cattle farmer for a chat about his life & times. Travel
on via Sneem, Moll's Gap, Ladies View, Killarney National Park and along the Lakes of Killarney. Return to the
hotel in Killarney for dinner. (B, L, D)
DAY 7 TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2015
CLIFDEN
Depart for Connemara via the Atlantic west coast of Clare. Our first stop this morning is a fascinating collection at the Flying Boat Museum in
Limerick. Foynes Flyingboat Museum captures perfectly the romantic era of the first transatlantic passenger flights by flyingboat. Pan-Am
Airlines commissioned Charles Lindbergh who had made the first solo flight to Europe in 1927, to find a suitable base for their flyingboat service
from New York to Ireland. Foynes on the Shannon estuary was chosen as the nearest European landfall, which turned out to be of strategic
importance as a back door into Europe during WW2. Here too, the original Irish Coffee was served to warm damp passengers. We won't leave
without a sample! Moving on to the east coast of Ireland, the dramatic 650 ft. Cliffs of Moher will take your breath away along the wild Atlantic
way. And then we move on toward Connemara via the rocky land formations called the Burren. We will arrive at our accommodations for the
night at the beautiful Abbyglen Castle Hotel. Enjoy a wonderful dinner at the hotel with the group. (B, D)
DAY 8 WEDNESDAY, JULY8, 2015
DUBLIN
Enjoy a little leisure time on the grounds of the castle and then take off for a drive north through Galway City and on for a visit to Kylemore
Abbey. This is the greatest attraction in the area. Nestled at Connemara Mountains, it is regarded as one of Ireland's most romantic buildings.
Mid-afternoon we will head to Dublin to check into your 4 Star City Centre Hotel. You may want to take a leisurely walk through Stephens Green
Park adjacent to the hotel before dinner. (B, D)
DAY 9 THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2015
DUBLIN
Depart on a guided panoramic tour of Dublin city including visits to St. Patrick's Cathedral and Trinity College, home to the Book of Kells. Tour
one of Dublin's most famous sites – the Guinness Storehouse at St. James Gate and enjoy a pint of Guinness in the Sky Bar. Or learn how to make
the perfect pour. This has often been rated as one of the top 10 factory tours in the world. (The Sky Bar is located in at the top of a glass tower
that commands spectacular views of Dublin City & County in every direction.) The afternoon is yours to explore one of Dublin's wonderful
museums, do some last minute shopping, or stop in to one of the neighbourhood pubs. The group will gather for a farewell dinner. (B, D)
DAY 10 FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2015
DUBLIN
Transfer to Dublin Airport for your flight to JFK with an anticipated arrival early afternoon. (B)
Kiss the Blarney
Stone at
Blarney Castle!
Down a pint at
the Blind Piper
Pub!
Included In Your Trip:
• Roundtrip Airfare from JFK Airport to Dublin • One
Night in Waterford at Tower Hotel Waterford • Two
Nights in Cork at the Imperial Hotel Cork 4-Star City
Center • Two Nights in Killarney at Randles Court
Hotel 4-Star City Center • One Night in Clifden at
Abbeyglen Castle • Two Nights in Dublin at Stephens
Green Hotel 4-Star City Center • Meals as described
in Itinerary (Breakfast and Dinner daily and one
Lunch at the Blind Piper Pub) • Admission to All
Attractions as described in Itinerary • All Taxes and
Gratuities • Trip Interruption Insurance
Items of a personal nature and beverages other than coffee and/or
water are not included in the cost of this trip.
$3,770 per person Double
$4,175 Single
An Incredible Itinerary.
An Experience of a Lifetime!
LIVE A LITTLE MORE...
Travel with
For further information or questions, please call:
Nancy MacBride
(406) 442-2405 ext. 113
or email:
[email protected]
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PAYMENTS: A deposit of $500 per person is required with your reservation form. FINAL PAYMENT IS DUE BY APRIL 1, 2015.
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estinations
DOCUMENTATION: A valid U.S. Passport is required for this trip.
BASIC TRAVEL INSURANCE INCLUDED: Included insurance is being purchased on your behalf by Montana Chamber of Commerce. Travel Protection means passengers are covered when unforeseen medical
circumstances arise which may force you to cancel or interrupt your vacation. Coverage is as follows: Accidental Death and Dismemberment ($25,000), Emergency Medical Expense/Emergency Assistance (Emergency
Accident and Sickness Medical Expense - $50,000 / Emergency Evacuation and Repatriation - $250,000), Trip Cancellation (Trip Cost), Trip Interruption (150% of Trip Cost), Missed Connection ($1,000), Trip Delay $750 (up
to $150 per day), Baggage and Personal Effects ($2,500), Baggage Delay ($250). A brochure with full details is available.
CANCELLATION: Full refund of all monies is made if cancellation is received in writing to our office prior to final payment. A 100% fee is charged if the cancellation occurs between final payment and departure unless for a
medical reason that is covered by Insurance.
TERMS & CONDITIONS: Star Destinations, Inc. (SDI) acts as an agent for and makes arrangements with airlines, hotels, railroads, bus lines, cruise lines, adventure companies and other independent parties to provide you
with the travel services and accommodations. Although great care is taken in choosing suppliers, we are unable to directly control them and therefore cannot be held responsible or liable for their acts or omissions. The travel
services are subject to the conditions imposed by these suppliers and their liability may be limited by their tariffs, conditions of carriage, and international conventions and agreements. Should for any reason beyond our control,
the hotel or establishment described in the attached itinerary may not be available, SDI. and its agents reserve the right to lodge travelers in another hotel of similar or superior category. SDI cannot assume responsibility for
any claims, losses, damages, costs or expenses arising out of injury, accident or death, damage, loss or delay of baggage or other property, or delay, inconvenience, loss of enjoyment, upset, disappointment, distress or
frustration, whether physical or mental, resulting from a) mechanical breakdowns, dangers inherent to the sea, fire, theft, civil disturbances, strikes, government actions, weather and other factors and causes beyond our
control. b) passenger's failure to follow instructions of SDI or its representatives. c) any other cause beyond the control of SDI. In addition, SDI reserves the right to vary the Tour Price advertised or printed to cover any
increase in air fare, fuel price, Government taxes and charges, exchange rate fluctuations, or other Tour related tariffs and costs subject to price guarantee. (The price of this tour is based on the Euro/Dollar exchange of $1.29
as of 9/15/14). If you request a variation or change to your booking, SDI may choose to accept or reject that request at its sole discretion. If SDI accepts your request, you must pay the variation fee and any costs associated with
it.
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Discover Ireland
July 1-10, 2015
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A deposit of $500 per person is required with your reservation form.
FINAL PAYMENT IS DUE: April 1, 2015
DEPOSIT PAYMENT INFORMATION: (please fill out if paying by check)
Enclosed is my check, made payable to: Montana Chamber of Commerce
In the amount of: _____________________________________________
Mail Check to: 900 Gibbon St., Helena, MT 59601
Roommate (name):_____________________________________________
Trip Costs:
pp Double: $3,770
Single: $4,175
TRAVEL INSURANCE IS INCLUDED IN YOUR TRIP COST
For further information or questions, please call:
Nancy MacBride
(406) 442-2405 ext. 113
or email:
[email protected]
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INTERNATIONAL TOUR REGISTRATION FORM - Travel Ins. Incl.
BASIC TRAVEL INSURANCE INCLUDED: Included insurance is being purchased on your behalf by Montana Chamber of Commerce. Travel Protection means passengers are covered when unforeseen medical circumstances
arise which may force you to cancel or interrupt your vacation. Coverage is as follows: Accidental Death and Dismemberment ($25,000), Emergency Medical Expense/Emergency Assistance (Emergency Accident and Sickness
Medical Expense - $50,000 / Emergency Evacuation and Repatriation - $250,000), Trip Cancellation (Trip Cost), Trip Interruption (150% of Trip Cost), Missed Connection ($1,000), Trip Delay $750 (up to $150 per day), Baggage and
Personal Effects ($2,500), Baggage Delay ($250). A brochure with full details is available.
CANCELLATION: Full refund of all monies is made if cancellation is received in writing to our office prior to final payment. A 100% fee is charged if the cancellation occurs between final payment and departure unless for a medical
reason that is covered by Insurance.
TERMS & CONDITIONS: Star Destinations, Inc. (SDI) acts as an agent for and makes arrangements with airlines, hotels, railroads, bus lines, cruise lines, adventure companies and other independent parties to provide you with the
travel services and accommodations. Although great care is taken in choosing suppliers, we are unable to directly control them and therefore cannot be held responsible or liable for their acts or omissions. The travel services are
subject to the conditions imposed by these suppliers and their liability may be limited by their tariffs, conditions of carriage, and international conventions and agreements. Should for any reason beyond our control, the hotel or
establishment described in the attached itinerary may not be available, SDI. and its agents reserve the right to lodge travelers in another hotel of similar or superior category. SDI cannot assume responsibility for any claims, losses,
damages, costs or expenses arising out of injury, accident or death, damage, loss or delay of baggage or other property, or delay, inconvenience, loss of enjoyment, upset, disappointment, distress or frustration, whether physical or
mental, resulting from a) mechanical breakdowns, dangers inherent to the sea, fire, theft, civil disturbances, strikes, government actions, weather and other factors and causes beyond our control. b) passenger's failure to follow
instructions of SDI or its representatives. c) any other cause beyond the control of SDI. In addition, SDI reserves the right to vary the Tour Price advertised or printed to cover any increase in air fare, fuel price, Government taxes and
charges, exchange rate fluctuations, or other Tour related tariffs and costs subject to price guarantee. (The price of this tour is based on the Euro/Dollar exchange rate of $1.29 as of 9/11/14). If you request a variation or change to your
booking, SDI may choose to accept or reject that request at its sole discretion. If SDI accepts your request, you must pay the variation fee and any costs associated with it.
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