experience the best of europe

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experience the best of europe
EXPERIENCE THE
BEST OF EUROPE
WITH OUR BEST VALUES
MAY-JUN, 2015 EDITION
WHY BOOK A VACATION WITH AAA TRAVEL?
Here or abroad, do more and worry less on your next vacation. Plan and book it with
AAA Travel. Only we can offer you extras you can’t find — or get — anywhere else:
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Upgrades and perks including Champagne in your stateroom on cruises,
priority check-in, fast passes at theme parks, room upgrades and more.
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Savings and discounts on rental cars, theme parks
hotels and retailers when you’re traveling.
One-of-a-kind experiences and special access like private tours,
backstage passes to exhibits and specialty cruises.
A network of expert AAA Travel Consultants with insider knowledge of hidden gems
that can transform vacations from “just another trip” into the “best time ever.”
The buying power of 55 million AAA Members — to stretch your vacation dollars further
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AAA Vacations® trips that offer even more value and come with even more “extras.”
Expect Something More with AAA Travel!
*Extras vary by cruise or tour departure. Visit AAA.com/AAAVacations for complete details.
On a Celebrity Cruises vacation,
how you get there is just as
important as where you go!
Every moment of your vacation
will be measured by just how far
it takes you from the ordinary.
That's modern luxury.
EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN / CELEBRITY REFLECTION®
From $1,599 ■ 11 nights just $146 a night ■ Departs Oct 12, 2015
Sail roundtrip from Civitavecchia (Rome) aboard the Celebrity Reflection and visit
Sicily, Mykonos, Athens, Ephesus and Naples. Onboard, enjoy outdoor grilling at
the Lawn Club Grill, take an art class at the Art Studio or experience one of the
many Specialty Dining venues.
SPAIN & CANARY ISLANDS / CELEBRITY ECLIPSE®
From $1,664 ■ 11 nights just $152 a night ■ Departs Oct 21, 2015
Sail roundtrip from Southampton, UK aboard the Celebrity Eclipse and visit Vigo
(Spain), Lisbon (Portugal), Gran Canaria and Tenerife (Canary Islands), Funchal
(Portugal) and La Coruna (Spain). Explore famous villages, historic areas and
landmarks, plus a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
EXCLUSIVE FOR
AAA MEMBERS
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Priority Check-in
Up to $100 per stateroom
onboard credit
(Combinable with one other
Celebrity Cruise promotion)
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ITALY & THE GREEK ISLES / CELEBRITY EQUINOX®
From $1,649 ■ 12 nights just $138 a night ■ Departs Oct 15, 2015
Sail roundtrip from Barcelona aboard the Celebrity Equinox and enjoy everything
from black sand beaches to a tour of the Vatican Museum as you visit cities
including Rome, Amalfi, Santorini, Kusadasi, Mykonos, Athens, and Valetta, Malta.
Call or visit AAA Travel
(see back cover)
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AAA Travel Consultant nearest you
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to make an online appointment
ROYAL CARIBBEAN
INTERNATIONAL®
Escape to Europe with the cruise
line voted Best Cruise Line Overall
by Travel Weekly's Reader's Choice
Awards 12 years running
MEDITERRANEAN VENICE / VISION OF THE SEAS®
From $1,833 ■ 11 nights just $167 a night ■ Departs Aug 8, 2015
Sail roundtrip from Barcelona to the historically rich and visually stunning
countries of France, Italy and Montenegro. Along the way, enjoy our five all-new
dining experiences, new outdoor poolside movie screen, VitalitySM Spa, adultsonly Solarium pool and Casino Royale.
GREEK ISLES / RHAPSODY OF THE SEAS®
From $1,797 ■ 10 nights just $180 a night ■ Departs Sep 15, 2015
Sail roundtrip from Rome with visits to the iconic towns of architecturally rich
Greece and Turkey including Mykonos, Athens and Ephesus. On board, enjoy
bungee trampolines that spring you sky high, a rock-climbing wall, interactive
Splash Deck, VitalitySM Spa, adults-only Solarium pool and Casino Royale.
NORWEGIAN FJORDS / SERENADE OF THE SEAS®
From $1,449 ■ 13 nights just $112 a night ■ Departs Aug 22, 2015
Sail roundtrip from Denmark to the captivating towns of Norway including
Stavanger, Bergen, Alesund, Geiranger and Kristiansand. As you sail, enjoy
panoramic vistas and wide-open spaces, new stateroom amenities such as flatscreen TVs, new outdoor poolside movie screen and the VitalitySM Spa.
EXCLUSIVE FOR
AAA MEMBERS
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Priority Check-in/Champagne
on arrival
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$50 per stateroom
onboard credit
EXTRAORDINARY CRUISE
ADVENTURES
Holland America Line invites you to
experience the pleasures of mid-size
cruising with spacious rooms,
expansive views and elegant
ambiance shared by few guests.
MEDITERRANEAN & AEGEAN EXPLORER / MS PRINSENDAM
EXCLUSIVE FOR
AAA MEMBERS
From $2,399 ■ 14 nights just $172 a night ■ Departs Sep 28, 2015
Sail from Barcelona to Athens with visits to Toulon & Calvi (France); Olbia, Rome
& Naples (Italy); Durres (Albania); Kusadasi (Turkey); and Igoumenitsa, Itea,
Katakolon, Patmos & Athens (Greece). Tour the Monastery of St. John in Patmos,
architectural wonders in Rome and so much more.
MEDITERRANEAN EMPIRES / MS NIEUW AMSTERDAM
From $1,999 ■ 12 nights just $167 a night ■ Departs Sep 25, 2015
Whether you’re sightseeing, shopping or enjoying the local delicacies, there’s
something for everyone on this cruise. Sail roundtrip from Venice to ports of
call including Katakolon, Athens, Mytilene, Santorini & Kephalonia (Greece); and
Istanbul & Kusadasi (Turkey).
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Pinnacle Grill dinner
(Passengers 1 & 2)
■ Exclusive Savor &
Swirl Culinary Event
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Holland America Line cookbook
(one per stateroom)
PASSAGE TO AMERICA / MS NIEUW AMSTERDAM
From $999 ■ 13 nights just $77 a night ■ Departs Nov 2, 2015
Tour UNESCO World Heritage sites in Spain including the Seville Cathedral
before crossing the Atlantic for Florida. Begin your cruise in Barcelona then visit
Alicante, Malaga & Cadiz (Spain); Ponta Delgada (Azores); and Ft. Lauderdale.
Call or visit AAA Travel
(see back cover)
Visit AAA.com/TravelAgent for the
AAA Travel Consultant nearest you
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to make an online appointment
WITH REGENT
SEVEN SEAS CRUISES,®
IT’S ALL INCLUDED!
Experience the ultimate
all-inclusive cruise vacation.
WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN / SEVEN SEAS VOYAGER®
From $9,999 ■ 15 nights just $667 a night ■ Departs Sep 30, 2015
Sail from Amsterdam to Barcelona with ports of call in Saint Malo, France; Brest,
France; Bordeaux, France; Le Verdon, France; Bilbao, Spain; La Coruna, Spain;
Porto (Oporto), Portugal; Lisbon, Portugal; and Cadiz (Seville), Spain aboard the
Seven Seas Voyager® with its plentiful amenities and four main dining venues.
WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN / SEVEN SEAS MARINER®
From $7,599 ■ 15 nights just $507 a night ■ Departs Oct 21, 2015
Sail from Rome to Lisbon with ports of call in Florence, Italy; Monte Carlo,
Monaco; Toulon, France; Palamos, Spain; Barcelona, Spain; Valencia, Spain; and
Cartagena, Spain aboard the Seven Seas Mariner®, catering to only 700 guests
and a staff-to-guest ratio of 1 to 1.6.
EXCLUSIVE FOR
AAA MEMBERS
Complimentary Regent Choice
Shore Excursion (first Passengers)
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IT’S ALL INCLUDED WITH REGENT!
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From $6,599 ■ 8 nights just $825 a night ■ Departs Oct 23, 2015
Sail from Venice to Istanbul with ports of call in Split, Croatia; Santorini (Thira),
Greece; Ephesus, Turkey; and Mytilene, Lesbos, Greece aboard the Seven Seas
Voyager®, a trailblazer in the exclusive world of all-suite, all-balcony ships that
exceeds even the loftiest expectations for luxury.
2-for-1 All Inclusive Fares
■ FREE Roundtrip Air
(FREE Business Class Air for
select European Voyages)
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EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN / SEVEN SEAS VOYAGER®
AAA Vacations® reception
FREE Unlimited Shore Excursions
FREE Luxury Hotel Package
(Concierge Suites & Higher)
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FREE Specialty Restaurants
FREE Unlimited Beverages,
Fine Wines & Premium Spirits
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And More
EXPLORE EUROPE IN TRULY
ALL-INCLUSIVE LUXURY
WITH UNIWORLD
Everything is included in your
European river cruise, from prepaid
gratuities to all meals onboard with
unlimited beverages, to fully-hosted
excursions and more.
EUROPEAN JEWELS / S.S. MARIA THERESA
EXCLUSIVE FOR
AAA MEMBERS
From $6,999 ■ 14 nights just $500 a night ■ Select departures Oct-Nov, 2015
Uncover the true jewels of European history, culture and art as you embark on
a perfectly paced European journey through four countries along three great
rivers — the Danube, Main, and Rhine — and eight UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Airport-to-hotel &
hotel-to-ship transfers
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EUROPEAN HOLIDAY MARKETS / RIVER PRINCESS
From $2,899 ■ 7 nights just $414 a night ■ Departs Dec 15, 2015
Delight in the festivities and merriment of the season at the magnificent holiday
markets of Germany and Austria. Shop at Nuremberg's famed Christkindlesmarkt,
enjoy a Dürnstein walking tour with exclusive mulled wine tasting, and an
exclusive “Taste of Christmas” walking tour in Vienna.
Complimentary pre-night
hotel with breakfast
■ $125 – $250 Exclusive
Member Benefit per person
RHINE HOLIDAY MARKETS / S.S. ANTOINETTE
From $2,899 ■ 7 nights just $414 a night ■ Departs Dec 20, 2015
Share in the joy of the season while cruising along the legendary Rhine through
Switzerland, France and Germany. Discover the roots of many Christmas
traditions as you explore some of Europe’s most charming towns and Christmas
markets in Basel, Heidelberg, Koblenz, Cologne and others.
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(see back cover)
Visit AAA.com/TravelAgent for the
AAA Travel Consultant nearest you
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to make an online appointment
SEE EUROPE FROM THE INSIDE
From insider moments like dining with locals
to travel without the usual hassles, Trafalgar
delivers authentic vacations with the perfect
balance of free time and flexibility.
GREAT ITALIAN CITIES
EXCLUSIVE FOR
AAA MEMBERS
From $2,975 ■ 11 days just $271 a day ■ Departures May-Oct, 2015
Italy's greatest cities are in the spotlight on this relaxed pace tour of Venice,
Florence and Rome. Enjoy Insider moments including meeting the family of Count
Fulcis in their 15th century villa where the love story ‘Room with a View' was filmed,
learning about olive oil production and dining with the family in their gardens.
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SPANISH WONDER
From $2,025 ■ 10 days just $203 a day ■ Departures May-Oct, 2015
Explore every side of Andalusia, including its Moorish twist, and visit the principal
Spanish cities of Madrid, Seville and Barcelona. Enjoy Insider moments such as
visiting the maze-like La Boqueria market and sampling regional delicacies as
your Local Specialist points out their favorite traders and tapas bars.
BEST OF SWITZERLAND
From $2,795 ■ 10 days just $280 a day ■ Departures May-Oct, 2015
Experience Switzerland at its best as you take in scenic lakeside towns, views of
the Matterhorn and an Alpine journey to chic St. Moritz aboard the famous Bernina
Express. Enjoy Insider moments like learning to cook tasty risotto from a local
family as they show you their vineyard's garden and winery.
$25 per person Optional
Experiences voucher
Visit to San Gimignano
(Included with Great
Italian Cities trip)
Flamenco Evening in Seville
(Included with Spanish Wonder trip)
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Folkloric Evening & Dinner
(Included with Best of
Switzerland trip)
DELIVERING
THE EXPERIENCES
OF A LIFETIME®
Insight puts you in the heart of
your destination with cultural
highlights at your doorstep.
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BEST OF SPAIN & PORTUGAL
EXCLUSIVE FOR
AAA MEMBERS
From $3,625 ■ 16 days just $226 a day ■ Departures May-Oct, 2015
Enjoy an intriguing land vacation of ancient and contemporary wonders to
discover the charms of Spain and Portugal. Tour the Rock of Gibraltar, Gaudi’s
magnificent La Sagrada in Barcelona and journey to Fatima's great Basilica.
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COUNTRY ROADS OF BAVARIA, SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA
From $3,850 ■ 13 days just $296 a day ■ Departures May-Sep, 2015
Encounter an intimate journey of discovery along vine-clad shores, through
fortified towns and flower-filled meadows amidst stunning Alpine panoramas.
Ride the famous Glacier Express, arrive at Neuschwanstein Castle in horse-drawn
carriage and visit Mondsee to see the “Sound of Music” church.
$25 per person optional
excursion voucher
Visit to Montserrat & Black
Madonna Experience
(Included with Spain
& Portugal trip)
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Visit to Eagle’s Nest
(Included with
Country Roads trip)
Berlin Highlights
(Included with
Eastern Europe trip)
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HIGHLIGHTS OF EASTERN EUROPE
From $3,735 ■ 15 days just $249 a day ■ Departures May-Sep, 2015
From Vienna to Berlin, Warsaw to Budapest, this unique journey offers highlights
of opulent palaces and austere monuments to the hard working, resilient people
of Europe. Enter the “Iron Curtain” to find medieval charm, a rich culture infused
with religious devotion and haunting reminders of World War II.
Call or visit AAA Travel
(see back cover)
Visit AAA.com/TravelAgent for the
AAA Travel Consultant nearest you
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to make an online appointment
TAKING YOU PERSONALLY
We understand your every travel need,
so from all the planning to introducing
you to our tight knit group of local
friends along the way, leave your
Ireland and Scotland vacation to us.
ENCHANTING EMERALD ISLE GUIDED VACATION
From $1,750 ■ 9 days just $195 a day ■ Departures May-Oct, 2015
Old-world Ireland comes to life as you travel around the Emerald Isle — from
hearing the ‘upstairs, downstairs’ story of Strokestown Park to tasting freshlybaked scones at a traditional Irish Farm and exploring the Cliffs of Moher, Ring of
Kerry, Blarney, Waterford and more.
LOCALLY HOSTED VACATIONS:
Enjoy the independence and excitement of exploring Ireland's most popular
cities. Accompanied by the sage and often "witty" advice of local hosts, you'll
travel by train from city to city and stay in hand-selected accommodations
like B&Bs, castles, manors and hotels. Travel on your own, but never alone on
Brendan's Locally Hosted Vacations, including:
DUBLIN & KILLARNEY
From $889 ■ 6 days just $149 a day ■ Departures Year-round 2015
–OR–
DUBLIN, CORK, KILLARNEY & LIMERICK
From $1,739 ■ 8 days just $217 a day ■ Departures Year-round 2015
EXCLUSIVE FOR
AAA MEMBERS
Enchanting Emerald Isle:
Complimentary Pub Dinner in
Killarney and $25 per person credit
toward Optional Experiences
Locally Hosted Vacations:
$40 per person dining credit,
and for trips $2,000 or more, an
additional $40 per person discount
EXPLORING EUROPE WITH
DELTA VACATIONS IS AS
EASY AS 1-2-3!
Combine flights on Delta Air Lines
with a hotel stay for incredible value.
Earn credited flight miles and up to
7,500 bonus miles per person.
AMALFI COAST, ITALY (HOTEL LA BUSSOLA)
Pricing Varies with Trip Length ■ Departures throughout 2015
Boasting stunning views, Hotel La Bussola features terraces with wonderful
panoramas, tastefully furnished guestrooms, a beautiful roof garden, Neapolitan
inspired restaurant, American bar and a sun deck by the sea. Its unique location
is perfect for exploring the beauty of the Amalfi Coast.
AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS (NH AMSTERDAM CENTRE)
Pricing Varies with Trip Length ■ Departures throughout 2015
NH Amsterdam Centre is conveniently located at lively Leidseplein Square and its
nightlife, and is within walking distance of Vondelpark, Heineken Brewery, and the
world-famous Rijksmuseum. The hotel features 230 airy, bright, comfortable rooms.
ROME, ITALY (DOMUS ROMANA HOTEL)
EXCLUSIVE FOR
AAA MEMBERS
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Save up to $100 per person
(select vacations)
■ Continental breakfast and dinner
included per person daily (included
with Amalfi Coast trip 3/1-11/2/15)
Free daily Continental breakfast
and 7th night free per person
(included with Rome trip 1/15-11/3/15)
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Offers subject to change without notice;
other restrictions may apply.
Pricing Varies with Trip Length ■ Departures throughout 2015
Perfectly located in the historic center of Rome, the Domus Romana Hotel is a
restored 17th-century convent that maintains its rich architectural details and
original layout. It’s just a 3-minute walk to Piazza Barberini, and just beyond, Via
Veneto, the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps and Piazza Repubblica.
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(see back cover)
Visit AAA.com/TravelAgent for the
AAA Travel Consultant nearest you
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to make an online appointment
THE 2015 AAA VACATIONS CATALOG
IS NOW AVAILABLE!
®
To request your complimentary copy,
call or visit your AAA Travel Consultant.
For the AAA Travel Consultant nearest you, call:
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■ Florida, Georgia or Tennessee............1-877-222-5024
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For a detailed listing of applicable terms and conditions for our featured vacations, please see your AAA Travel Consultant or visit AAA.com/Terms5
General Terms and Conditions: All rates are subject in US Dollars and are per person, based on double occupancy for select travel dates, are tour and cruise only (unless otherwise
noted), include non-discountable amounts and are subject to change and availability. Rates noted do not include airfare (unless otherwise noted). Travel must be booked through AAA
Travel to receive savings and AAA Exclusives. Included AAA Amenities are based on the first two passengers in a shared stateroom. Itinerary and exclusive amenities are capacity
controlled, based on minimum number of passengers traveling together and may be modified, withdrawn or cancelled without prior notice. Cruise lines have the right to impose a
fuel surcharge according to the individual cruise line guidelines. AAA Member benefits are valid for AAA members only and restrictions may apply. For complete details on member
benefits and special offer restrictions along with lists of applicable departures, contact your local AAA Travel Consultant. Any noted promotions are valid for new bookings only made
through specified promotion dates, are accurate at time of printing, are subject to exception, cancellations, restrictions, and can be withdrawn or substituted without prior notice.
Prices, taxes, rules and offers are subject to change without notice. Other restrictions apply. The Auto Club Group is not responsible for errors or omissions in the printing of this
advertisement. Visit AAA.com/terms5 for complete terms and conditions.
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