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Piedmont Technical College presents:
Canada's Atlantic Coast
Featuring the Cabot Trail
Day 1: Thursday, July 05, 2012 Halifax, Nova Scotia - Tour Begins
Welcome to Canada’s Atlantic Coast – an area of rugged, pristine beauty.

Day 2: Friday, July 06, 2012 Halifax - Peggy’s Cove - Halifax
Explore Halifax’s charming downtown on a scenic tour of the city highlighting the waterfront, Public Gardens, Spring Garden Road and the famous Citadel. Later, enjoy a visit to one of the most picturesque spots in all of Canada – the beautiful Peggy’s Cove. Its historic lighthouse overlooking the Atlantic Ocean provides one of the most memorable views of your journey. (B, D)

Day 3: Saturday, July 07, 2012 Halifax - Moncton, New Brunswick
Leave Nova Scotia behind and venture to New Brunswick. En route, enjoy a visit to the Glooscap Heritage Centre to learn about the Mi’kmaq heritage and Glooscap legends; see artifacts including stunning quill and bead work; and learn some Mi’kmaq words! Next, a truly unique experience awaits at Olivier Soapery where you learn about the traditional craft of organic soap-making. Then, visit La Pays de la Sagouine, a true celebration of Acadian culture. Experience historical re-enactments and participate in the fun first-hand when you play the spoons or bake your own Acadian dish. Arrive in Moncton and enjoy an evening at leisure to independently discover its quintessential Maritime charm. (B)

Day 4: Sunday, July 08, 2012 Moncton
Today, travel the sea-sprayed shoreline to the amazing Hopewell Rocks. A New Brunswick icon, these flowerpot-shaped rocks carved by the Fundy tides rise four stories high at low tide and disappear into tiny islands when the tide is high. (B, D)

Day 5: Monday, July 09, 2012 Moncton - Cavendish, Prince Edward Island
Leave New Brunswick behind and cross the stately Confederation Bridge to the “island cradled in the waves.” Enjoy the rolling landscapes of Prince Edward Island, the backdrop of the acclaimed novel, “Anne of Green Gables.” Visit Rustico’s celebrated wharf, dotted with fishing boats and lobster traps. Arrive in charming Cavendish and visit Cavendish National Park’s picturesque beaches. This evening you’ll journey to the village of Avonlea and the local “fishing Shanty” to experience a true island feast. Watch as steamed mussels and lobsters are prepared before sitting down to taste the best local food the island has to offer. Next enjoy another island event…a traditional Kitchen Party! Enjoy the sounds of fiddles, guitars and accordions as well as the opportunity to dance! (B, D)

Day 6: Tuesday, July 10, 2012 Cavendish - Charlottetown - Cavendish
Visit the Anne of Green Gables Museum, the house in which Lucy Maud Montgomery lived and upon which she based her book. Then meet a local potato farmer and learn about the potato industry on PEI first-hand as you help him with his crop. At Prince Edward Island Preserves, see local berries blended with a “secret” ingredient to create a unique island taste. Next, venture to charming seaside Charlottetown for a walking tour along the narrow streets lined with quaint homes and hidden treasures. (B)

Day 7: Wednesday, July 11, 2012 Cavendish - Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia - Baddeck
This morning you return to beautiful Nova Scotia by ferry across the Northumberland straight. Next, cross the Canso Causeway to stunning Cape Breton Island. Enjoy a scenic drive along the pristine shores of Bras d'Or Lakes, Canada’s only inland sea. Later, explore the amazing variety of inventions on display at the Alexander Graham Bell Museum, where the brilliant inventor made his home. (B, D)

Day 8: Thursday, July 12, 2012 Cabot Trail
Spend the day exploring the Cabot Trail and fall in love with its rugged terrain and spectacular Atlantic Ocean views. Stop at the famed St. Peter’s Church in Cheticamp, then take time to stroll the streets of this traditional village steeped in the vibrant culture of the “Old World” French. Visit the Acadian Museum where you will learn how to make a hooked rug. Other highlights include stops at fishing communities along the coast, including lovely Neil’s Harbour. (B)

Day 9: Friday, July 13, 2012 Baddeck - Halifax
Depart Cape Breton for Sugar Moon Farm. Meet the family that runs the farm and learn about the unique organic methods they employ to produce maple syrup. Then sit back and relax in their “Sugar Shack” – a charming log cabin where you have a tasting, then enjoy a light lunch enhanced with maple. Later, return to Halifax for time at leisure to explore the city. Walk along the waterfront, indulge in some delicious fresh seafood, or simply enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this charming Canadian seaport. (B, L)

Day 10: Saturday, July 14, 2012 Halifax - Tour Ends
Return home today with warm memories of Canada’s Atlantic Coast.




July 05 - July 14, 2012
10 Days • 13 Meals
8 Breakfasts • 1 Lunches • 4 Dinners
Highlights: Halifax, Peggy’s Cove, Hopewell Rocks, Prince Edward Island, Cavendish National Park, Cape Breton Island, Cabot Trail
Rates Per Person
Double: $3149, Single: $3849,
Triple: $3119
*Included in Price: Round Trip Air from Charlotte Intl Airport,Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges of $100 (subject to increase until paid in full),Hotel Transfers.
*Not Included in Price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $165 per person.
Itinerary at a Glance
Day 1 - 2 Atlantica Hotel, Halifax, NS
Day 3 - 4 Crowne Plaza, Moncton, NB
Day 5 - 6 Resort at Cavendish Corner, Cavendish, PEI
Day 7 - 8 Inverary Inn, Baddeck, NS
Day 9 Atlantica Hotel, Halifax, NS
On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
Essential Experiences
  • Visit the amazing four story high flowerpot-shaped rocks known as Hopewell Rocks.
  • On PEI, Rustico's celebrated wharf is dotted with fishing boats and lobster traps.
  • Discover the amazing accomplishments of Alexander Graham Bell during a visit to his museum in Nova Scotia.
For more information call
 Jeanne Hughston
Piedmont Technical College
(864) 993-1955
Included Meals Key
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

AVAILABLE OPTIONS:
Charlottetown, PEI
Beaconsfield Historic House and Dinner • $55.00
Visit Beaconsfield Historic House, once known as one of Canada's finest homes. This 1877 beautiful Victorian was originally home to James Peake Jr. A leading businessman as a shipbuilder and merchant, this house showcased his abundance of success. Enjoy and explore this stunning house now restored to the 20th century. Next, enjoy a short stroll to a popular local restaurant along the waterfront.
Halifax, NS
100 Years Later - The Titanic • $55.00
No other ship in the history of Ocean travel has demanded as much interest as the luxury liner – Titanic. As Halifax was the closest major port to the Titanic at the time of the sinking, it became one of the key places that many of the artifacts were taken to. One of the most fascinating aspects about the tragic history is the mix of passengers onboard. Embark on a guided tour of the Titanic Gravesite by the historian and author – Blair Beed. Here, you will learn more about the 150 people buried in Halifax, the largest number anywhere in the world. Learn more about why they took the journey, their class of service, their families, and their lives. Later enjoy a visit to the Maritimes Museum of the Atlantic, where you will explore the finest collection of wooden artifacts from the fateful voyage, including a near perfect deckchair, oak carvings and many more.
Moncton, NB
Lobster Capital of the World Dinner • $80.00
Pull up the lobster traps and get ready for a dining experience unlike any other! Shediac, New Brunswick prides itself on being the “Lobster Capital of the World” and you’ll soon discover why. Cruise beautiful Shediac Bay with experienced lobstermen who will show you the ropes of the lobster industry. Haul in real traps and observe the best way to crack these crustaceans. Learn the proper way to cook this coastal delicacy. This experience offers an up-close insight into the fishing industry, so integral to the economy and culture of the Maritimes. Finally, enjoy your fresh lobster dinner and relish in true Acadian hospitality aboard the 53’ boat, The Ambassador.
CANCELLATION WAIVER:

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TRAVEL TIPS:
Canada's Atlantic Coast
Listed below is important information to assist you in preparing for your upcoming trip. This information provided will help you have a more enjoyable experience while you are on your tour.
Accommodations
On some programs, there are a limited number of single and triple rooms. Double rooms usually consist of 2 beds. Triple rooms are normally a standard double room with 2 beds. A cot or rollaway bed may be added to the double room at some hotels, based on room size and fire codes. When triples are not available, appropriate charges for single and twin accommodations will be assessed. We make every effort to accommodate your specific requests and forward them to the hotels. These requests cannot be guaranteed as hotels may not always be able to honor them. Check-in times are set by individual hotel properties and vary by hotel. Depending on your arrival time, there may be a delay in gaining access to your room as most hotels offer afternoon check-in. We ask guests to observe check-out times at all properties as designated by the hotel. Some hotels require a credit card imprint or your passport information upon check-in in order to activate telephones in the rooms and for potential incidental charges. Most hotels charge an access fee for using phones in hotel rooms. Please check with the front desk personnel at each hotel for specific policies. Hotel membership programs are not applicable. In certain countries, hotel rooms tend to be smaller than standard U.S. accommodations. Please be assured that we use high quality properties throughout each country.
ADA
The Americans with Disabilities Act does not apply outside of the United States. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will make reasonable efforts to accommodate the special needs of tour participants. Persons requiring individual assistance must be accompanied by a companion who is capable of, and totally responsible for, providing the necessary assistance. Neither our personnel nor its suppliers may physically lift or assist clients onto transportation vehicles. We regret that we cannot provide individual assistance to a tour member who has special mobility, dietary or other like needs.
Arrival Day Suggestions
Due to varied flight schedules and different arrival times of our tour guests, your tour will not have any scheduled activities prior to dinner on Day 1. Should your flight schedule allow for an earlier arrival time that day, enjoy the great opportunity for some independent exploration.
Clothing & Packing Tips
As you prepare to explore Canada's gorgeous Atlantic coast, enjoy a casual dress style and be sure to pack comfortable walking shoes. It is recommended to bring clothing that may be worn in layers that may be added or removed as the temperature changes. Summertime invites very comfortable weather, though it is a good idea to pack a sweater or light jacket as it can get cool at night.
If you are taking prescription medication, please be sure to take an adequate supply for your tour and a few additional days, in original prescription containers. Medication should be packed in your carry-on baggage. Do not place it in your checked luggage. You may want to carry an extra prescription in a separate bag in case medication is lost.
Currency
Your personal bank card may work at local ATM machines in the destination you are traveling to and would dispense local currency. Please contact your bank to determine if this option is available, that your PIN number will be accepted, to inform them that you are traveling and to determine if any charges apply for each transaction. You may exchange your money at airports, banks, exchange bureaus, and at most hotels. In most cases, a commission charge will be assessed to exchange your money. At the hotel or in the city usually offer a better currency exchange rate than airports. We recommend carrying only a few major credit cards. Credit card purchases often provide an extra guarantee on your purchase (check with your specific credit card company for details and fees). It is advisable to contact any credit card company you intend utilizing while on tour before you depart to notify them where you will be traveling, to avoid any rejection of services. The currency is the Canadian Dollar. If optional tours are made available to purchase, please note that credit cards must have an expiration date of greater than 30 days from the start of the tour.
Electricity
An adaptor (which changes the physical plug) and/or converter (which changes the electric current) are necessary if you plan to use an appliance with voltage different from the standard within the country you are visiting. Please note, if your appliance has dual voltage you may still need an adaptor for the plug. When packing your electronic items for travel, please review the converter electric current level to make sure it is the same or greater than the items you are planning on using. If you plan on utilizing or transporting a sleep apnea machine, please remember to pack an extension cord and adapter plug to ensure proper function.
Like the USA, Canada uses 110 V, 60 Hz. Therefore, it is not necessary to use an adaptor or converter with appliances and devices from the United States.
Elevation
Highest elevation included on tour is 1,800 feet.
Helpful Hints
Bring a camera, memory cards, film, and batteries and be sure to bring enough photography supplies for your entire trip. If you have a video camera, bring an extra battery, plus proper recharging equipment. Due to security screening, we recommend storing your equipment in your carry-on luggage. Bring a travel alarm clock, travel sewing kit and an alcohol based gel hand sanitizer when soap and water is not accessible. Pack items that may leak in plastic bags. Do not pack any articles of value in your checked luggage. As a precaution, we suggest that you divide the contents of your suitcase with your traveling companion. Avoid over packing and leave room for souvenirs that you plan to take back home.
Bring a copy of your passport/identification and pack it separately from the original. Leave a copy of your tour itinerary at home with your emergency contact and a copy of your passport. Remember when flying you can only take one quart size bag with no more than 3 ounces of any one liquid. Liquids that do not fit in the one quart size bag and are larger than 3 ounces will be discarded by security. Remember to hydrate and get up and stretch while flying. If you are considering using your cell phone while traveling internationally, you should check with your cell provider concerning their access and charges for overseas calls, texting and emailing for the specific destination you are traveling to.
Included Features
The following are included in your tour package: transportation via motorcoach, accommodations, hotel luggage handling, meals, sightseeing, admission charges (as outlined in your itinerary), and applicable gratuities for bellmen, doormen and dining room wait staff. Customary gratuities for hotel housekeeping staff, local sightseeing guides, drivers and tour managers have not been included.
Luggage
Please consult with your scheduled airline as luggage fees and restrictions vary by carrier and destination. Due to the limited motorcoach capacity, one checked luggage (62 inches in length, height and width; weight not to exceed 23kg/50lbs) is allowed on tour. We also encourage just one carry-on bag per individual (for carrying items that might be needed during the day’s sightseeing excursions or camera/video equipment). Dimensions for carry-ons should not exceed 17" x 12" x 10", allowing it to fit under the seat or in the overhead rack of most motor coaches. If you exceed the limit of 2 bags, we cannot guarantee that your additional luggage will be able to fit in the touring vehicle. Storage or shipment of additional luggage will be at your own expense. If we are able to accommodate your additional luggage, we will assess a fee of 4 USD per bag per hotel. Please remember to label your luggage and important items with your name, home address and telephone number. We recommend labeling your luggage on both the outside and inside of the bag. Please attach only the plastic luggage tag included in this mailing to your checked luggage before checking in for your flight. Your paper luggage tag is to be attached at the first hotel. We cannot assume liability or accept claims for loss or damage to luggage and personal effects due to breakage, theft or normal wear and tear that results from hotel, airline and group carrier handling. It is in your best interest to have adequate insurance (such as our comprehensive “No Worries Travel Protection”) to cover these eventualities.
Meals
Most meals are included as indicated in your document itinerary. Guests with special dietary requirements must advise their travel counselor at the time of booking and also the tour manager upon joining the tour. When information is provided, every effort will be made to accommodate these requests. Please be advised that the average cost of meals (not inclusive of tax and gratuity) that are not included in your tour are as follows: breakfast 7 to 12 USD, lunch 10 to 20 USD and dinner 18 to 30 USD.
Name Badges
Collette Vacations provides name badges to our travelers in order to facilitate conversation among fellow travelers. The name badge also ensures that a Collette Vacations representative can easily recognize you, especially at airports upon arrival.
Reading List
Interested in reading about your destination before you depart? We have pre-selected travel guides, novels and books on history, nature and art to help enhance your total vacation experience. You can access the complete list by typing the following into your web browser. Select the region of the world to find your tour: http://www.longitudebooks.com/find/d/9526/r/CV/mcms.html
Shopping
One of the best parts of traveling is coming back home with souvenirs that really reflect the place you’ve just been. As you explore Canada's pristine Atlantic coast, discover an array of products at your fingertips -- from an elegant piece of jewelry to a simple Canada souvenir. This elegant region is noted for its quaint shops which feature local products like quilts, hooked rugs, artwork, hand-knot goods, fruit preserves, pottery, clothing and items made with local tartans, pewter and woodcrafts. You will have the opportunity to view many artisan crafts during your tour. Keep in mind when shopping that most goods and services will be subject to federal and/or provincial sales taxes. These taxes can range from zero to 15% depending on the item and province. In most cases, the taxes will not be included in the sticker price or menu price of an item but will be added at time of payment.
Smoking
Smoking Restrictions: Our tours are non-smoking throughout. If you require a smoking room, please alert your agent upon tour booking. Please be mindful of locations where smoking is prohibited: the motorcoach, at dining venues and other restricted areas on tour including most hotels. Customers are responsible for any fines incurred for failure to comply with smoking restrictions.
Time Zone
New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island are on Atlantic time which is 1 hour ahead of Eastern Standard time and 4 hours ahead of Pacific time.
Tour Manager
We pride ourselves on having the best-trained and most experienced tour managers in the industry. Gratuities should be extended on a voluntary basis and should be in direct proportion to the level of professionalism and personal service extended to you throughout the tour. Past experience has shown that a guideline of 4-6 USD per person for each traveling day is a customary amount for the tour manager. A customary amount of 3-5 USD per person per day is suggested for the driver.
Transportation
Transfers We are pleased to provide you with complimentary airport to hotel, and hotel to airport transfers at the beginning and end of an escorted tour when you purchase an air-inclusive vacation. Land-only clients who have purchased round trip transfers will be accommodated at the same times as air inclusive clients. Arrival meeting locations and transfer departure times are provided on your document booklets. On some programs there may be a waiting period at the airport due to varying flight schedules of other arriving passengers. If you have secured your own transfer, you may meet your tour manager at the hotel. Motorcoach Information: We do not own or operate vehicles. We charter quality coaches that are temperature controlled vehicles. Coach size may vary based upon the number of tour patrons. In certain countries, lavatory equipped motorcoaches are not available or the lavatory is for emergency use only. Frequent stops will be made en route for comfort and convenience. Seat Rotation: Seats are rotated for the benefit of our tour guests. This fosters communication and enables our guests to enjoy a variety of vantage points on the motorcoach. Guests will rotate seats at least once a day, as directed by the tour manager. In fairness to all, there will be no exceptions to this policy.
Flight Information, Departure Taxes & Fees Land Only Vacations: Please provide us with your flight schedules for the entire tour six weeks prior to departure so we may secure services if you purchased transfers from us, as well as maintain emergency contact. Air Inclusive Vacations Air inclusive vacations cover air transport to and from your origin gateway as well as all internal air segments on tour. In order to comply with Homeland Security’s “Secure Flight” mandate, all passengers must provide full name, date of birth and gender at time of reservation. Your airline ticket must match the name on your valid, non-expired, government issued photo ID to be shown at the airport (including middle name, first or middle initial). If you are a member of a participating frequent flyer program, provide the number upon booking and retain the passenger copy of your ticket and boarding pass to ensure that you receive proper credit of your mileage. Some air tickets are not eligible for mileage accrual. Whenever possible, we will add charges for air departure taxes to your invoice. Some international arrival and departure fees are not included in your air ticket and must be paid by you on tour in local currency.