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Sept/Oct 2018

Sensational Washington April 23-28, 2019 See pages 20-21

Calendar 2018 Sept 13 Gourmet Gallivant Sept 17-20 Fall Mystery Trip Sept 26 Grease /Fireside (p.12)

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Oct 6 Chanticleer/UD Heritage Center (p.6) Oct 9 Celebration Belle Day Long Fall Cruise (p.6) Oct 15, 19, 22 or 26 NewMelleray Abbey (p.13) Oct 16-18 Upper Mississippi Fall Foliage Adventure (p.5) Oct 21 Farce of Habit /Bell Tower (p.7) Oct 23 David Caserta’s Haunted Illusions (p.7) Oct 25 TransWorld Jewelry, Fashion, and Accessories Show/Rosemont, IL (p.14) Oct 26 Lonestar/UD Heritage Center (p.8) Oct 27 Travis Tritt and The Charlie Daniels Band/Five Flags (p.8) Nov 7 Paris Travel Preview (p.3) Nov 9 Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass /UD Heritage Center (p.9) Nov 14 Elf the Musical /Fireside (p.15) Nov 15 REO Speedwagon/Five Flags (p.9) Nov 16 The Wonder Bread Years /Heritage Center Nov 26-30 Branson (p.16-17) Nov 30 Christmas at Heritage Center (p.10) Dec 5 Mannheim Steamroller/Five Flags (p.10) Dec 6 Snowbiz with the Mistletones (p.11) Dec 9 A Christmas Survival Guide /Bell Tower (p.11) Calendar 2019 Jan 18 Million Dollar Quartet Jan 22-Feb 3 Spain &Canary Islands (p.18-19) April 6 Miss Saigon (p.15) April 23-28 Sensational Washington (p.20-21) June 16-22 Shrines of Quebec (p.22)

Wayne Newton: Up Close and Personal Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018 8:00 p.m. Mississippi Moon Bar, Diamond Jo Casino Only $72/ticket for main floor reserved seating! Call today!

Contents Notes From Connie...................................3 Bulletin Board...........................................4 Wisconsin Event....................................5 Local Events........................................6-11 One-Day Ventures...........................12-15 Branson.............................................16-17 Spain & Canary Islands....................18-19 Washington State.............................20-21 Shrines of Quebec.................................22 Missing Word Contest...........................23

Notes from

Hello Everyone,

Connie

Notes From Connie

One year ago I

was given my first opportunity to address all of you as the in- coming AmeriClub Director in our Sep- tember/October Journal

port you have given me in order to make these events happen. We’ve been on the move lately and loving every minute of it. Make sure to sign up for something and come and have fun with us. Enjoy the change in seasons. Get geared up for crisp mornings, beautiful fall colors and FOOTBALL!!!

issue. I cannot believe how fast the year flew by. I have had the pleasure of traveling with many of you. I have spoken to even more of you on the phone and we have also been able to attend some local events. I am learning so much and enjoying all of you and our adven- tures together. Many of you are discovering who I am by reading my journal letters or spending time with me. I love to have fun and I want you to have fun too. Life can change in an instant. We all need a little reminder every now and then to do some- thing we love. My goal is to live this amazing life to the fullest and bring as many people along as possible. I want to call your attention to our Upper Mississippi Fall Foliage Adventure. We put this three day two night trip together after the last journal was sent out so the registration deadline is fast approaching. We customized this trip to include many favorites of travelers heading to this area. The time of the year is especially beautiful and should be enjoyed. You will not want to miss this one! With every new adventure comes another chance to add a new favorite to our memory book or cross something off of our bucket list. With each new experience we learn something about ourselves or about others we are with. We learn about cities and states and countries. We learn about cultures and climates and what we like and do not like. I cannot thank you enough for the sup-

Make Today Great!

P.S. We are adding a spectacular river cruise from Paris to Normandy in late August 2019. More details to come.

Paris Cruise TRAVEL PREVIEW Wednesday, November 7, 2018 5:30 p.m., 12th Floor 895 Main Street, Dubuque Seating is limited. RSVP to Connie at 563.589.0804 or 800.373.1841, ext. 7804, or cfrancis@americantrust.com

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Refer-A-Friend Program Refer family and friends to Ameri- Club who do not already bank with American Trust, and if they join, we will send you a check for $15. There is no limit to the number of referrals you can make. ( Husband and wife joining count as one referral.) Bring a Guest! Members are encouraged to invite friends to experience the fun and benefits of AmeriClub. You may register one guest for each Club event. [A] couple may invite two individuals. As space becomes available, each AmeriClub member may invite more than one guest. (A joint account relationship held by husband and wife qualifies both. No membership fees are involved. Personal accounts only.) Three Great Ways to Join To become an AmeriClub member, you need to be age 40 or better and maintain qualifying account balances. Stop by any branch to request mem- bership information. To be eligible you can choose to: • Maintain at least $5,000 in one of the following American Trust accounts: checking, savings, or money market account. • Maintain at least $10,000 in any combination of the following American Trust accounts: checking, savings, certificates of deposit, money market account, IRA, 401(k), personal trust services, or brokerage services. • Qualify with an initial balance of $50,000 on either a consumer or mortgage loan. (Loans cannot be combined.)

Worth Thinking About “Don’t cry because it’s over; smile because it happened.” – Dr. Seuss Reservations and Information Connie Francis at 563.589.0804 Erin Schumacher at 563.582.1841, ext. 7374

Sheila Tegeler at 563.875.2491 Kristie Heims at 563.744.3380 Jean Wanezek at 608.348.4300 Lori Marshall at 608.723.5678 Pam Kreul at 608.822.7300

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Cancellation Policy If a cancellation is necessary, every effort will be made to provide either a partial or full refund. However, we cannot provide a guar- antee of a full refund. Please be advised that there will be circumstances when refunds will NOT be possible due to ticket purchases, meal number guarantees, etc. If a tour is cancelled due to insufficient reservation numbers, you will be issued a full refund. On tours where an outside agent is used, we will adhere to the written cancellation policy of the agent. Stand-By List We always appreciate your willingness to be on the stand-by list for trips that are filled. Please call and add your name to any that interest you. You may get a call to join us. AmeriClub Points for Travel Program Each time you travel with AmeriClub, earn valuable points to redeem as cash discounts for future travel! Every travel day you spend with AmeriClub earns you 75 points, as of January 1, 2016. For every 300 points you accumulate, you earn a $10 credit toward your next trip.

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Upper Mississippi Fall Foliage Adventure October 16-18, 2018 Hudson, WI, Stillwater & Red Wing, MN

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J oin us for this Upper Mississippi

Fall Foliage Adventure!

Day 1: This morning become ac- quainted with your fellow travelers and your tour director as we journey into Wisconsin. The scenic fall colors will delight us along the way with an early afternoon arrival in Hudson, WI, where we spend two nights. Explore this quaint Main Street and make sure you stop by Knoke’s Chocolate and Nuts for a delicious afternoon snack. We ’ ll enjoy an included dinner and then have additional time to explore. (D) Day 2: Following breakfast, we travel to Willow River State Park to see Wil- low Falls, a powerful cascade in a 200-foot deep gorge. We travel back to Hudson where the Grand Duchess awaits for our Luncheon Cruise. We visit Stillwater, MN, this afternoon to shop and check out the Old Port area. After an included dinner, we will have additional time to explore downtown Stillwater, before returning to our hotel this evening. (B,L,D) Day 3: We depart Hudson and travel to Red Wing, MN, to begin our tour at the Red Wing Shoe Company Store and Museum. Learn about the world’s largest boot and the process of making these well-known shoes. Following lunch (on your own) we ’ ll enjoy a tour of the Red Wing Stoneware Factory and their store. The rest of the after- noon is on your own. We leave Red Wing in the late afternoon and stop for an included dinner along the way. We return to Lan- caster and Dubuque this evening. (B,D)

Price includes deluxe motor-coach transportation, two nights’ hotel accommoda- tions with luggage handling for one suitcase, full-time tour director and AmeriClub travel leaders, six meals, two break- fasts, one lunch and three dinners, all attractions and activities per itinerary, and all taxes and gratuities. Per person price based on double occupancy is $594, single is $764. Reg- istration and full payment is due by September 7. Call Connie Francis in Dubuque, or Jean Wanazek in Platteville at 608.348.4300.

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Chanticleer Saturday, October 6, 2018, 7:30 p.m. UD Heritage Center 2255 Bennett Street, Dubuque, IA C alled “the world’s reigning male chorus” by the New Yorker, the San Fran- cisco based 12-voice ensemble Chanticleer celebrates its 40th Anniversary in 2018. Their 2018-19 concert tour, Then and There, Here and Now, features repertoire ranging from early music to spirituals to jazz to American songbook classics. Chanticleer is known around the world as an orchestra of voices for its seamless blend of twelve male voices ranging from soprano to bass. Your AmeriClub price is $25 per ticket for main-floor seating. Celebration Belle Day- Long Cruise Tuesday, October 9, 2018 Port of Dubuque, Board 7:30 a.m. T he Celebration Belle’s Autumn round-trip cruise features popular entertainers Ray and Jane! We depart from Dubuque’s Ice Harbor, cruise upriver to Guttenberg, and cruise back to Dubuque on one of the most beautiful sections of the Mississippi River. Enjoy live entertainment, the Cap- tain’s narrative, full hot breakfast buffet, full hot lunch buffet, and the Celebration Belle’s famous prime rib dinner! AmeriClub price is $155.95 per person, due at registration. A full refund is available for cancellations received by September 5.

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Farce of Habit Sunday, October 21, 2018, 2:00 p.m. Bell Tower Theater 2728 Asbury Road, Dubuque C omic fireworks explode in this hilarious new comedy from the authors of Doublewide, Texas and Farce of Nature . We’re back at the Reel ‘Em Inn, the finest little fishing lodge in the Ozarks, and it’s not going to be a peaceful weekend [on] the lake. Caffeine withdrawal, marital trouble, a gaggle of nuns and a pompous radio personality make that impossible. Oh, and did we mention there’s an axe murderer on the loose? Your AmeriClub price is $17 for main-floor seating. David Caserta’s Haunted Illusions Tuesday, October 23, 2018, 7:30 p.m. UD Heritage Center 2255 Bennett Street, Dubuque T reat yourself to an evening of mind-blowing magic and comedy. You’ll be stunned and amazed as master illusionist David Caserta has people levitating, disap- pearing, and reappearing right before your eyes. You will witness never before seen illu- sions created just for this show. What better way to celebrate Halloween than with an incredible night of magic–at the Halloween spectacular Haunted Illusions! AmeriClub price is $20 per ticket for main-floor seating.

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Lonestar Friday, October 26, 2018, 8:00 p.m. UD Heritage Center 2255 Bennett Street, Dubuque K nown for merging their country roots with strong melodies and rich vocals, Lonestar has amassed sales in excess of 10 million album units since their national launch in 1995 and achieved 10 #1 country hits including "No News," "Come Crying To Me," and "Amazed," which was also #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, the first record since 1983 to top both charts. Free CyberCafé Knapp Stage Pre-Show Concert 6:30–7:30 p.m. AmeriClub price is $44 per ticket for main-floor seating. Travis Tritt and The Charlie Daniels Band Saturday, October 27, 2018, 7:00 p.m. Five Flags Arena 405 Main Street, Dubuque T ravis Tritt, dubbed as one of “The Class of ‘89,” which included country music superstars Garth Brooks, Clint Black and Alan Jackson; continues to stay true and relevant to Country music fans across the globe. And from his gospel albums to his genre-defining Southern rock anthems and his CMA Award-winning country hits, few artists have left a more indelible mark on America’s musical landscape than Charlie Daniels. See them both at this special show! AmeriClub price is $59 per person, due at registration. Seats are located in section five, rows C, D, and E.

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REO Speedwagon Thursday, November 15, 2018, 7:00 p.m. Five Flags Arena 405 Main Street, Dubuque R EO Speedwagon, the legendary American rock band from Champaign, IL, is returning to Five Flags for the first time since 1998. REO has sold more than 40 mil- lion records and has charted 13 Top 40 hits including “Can’t Fight This Feeling” and “Time for Me to Fly.” In recent years, they released the album Hi Infidelity which sold over 10 million copies. AmeriClub price is $69 per person, due at registration. Seats are located in section five, rows C, D, and E. The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass Plus exclusive AmeriClub members and guests dessert reception Friday, November 9, 2018, 6:00 p.m. UD Heritage Center 2255 Bennett Street, Dubuque, IA S tart your evening with a sampling of delicious desserts, coffee, and lemonade in the American Trust Lounge on the second floor. Take time to relax and visit with other members and guests before you head to the theatre for the show. This is one of Big Brass’ most popular concerts. With a core message of love and unity, it is an uplifting and joyful celebration of life and our shared humanity. Your AmeriClub price is $37 for main-floor seating and dessert reception. Active duty and retired military get in free.

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Dessert Reception!

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Christmas at Heritage Center Friday, November 30, 2018, 7:30 p.m. UD Heritage Center 2255 Bennett Street, Dubuque T his UD tradition promises to bring renewed spiritual meaning to your Christ- mas season. UD’s Fine and Performing Arts Department celebrates the birth of Christ through a dynamic concert presentation fea- turing the Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, Wind Ensemble, live narration, and more. Complimentary holiday refreshments are served following the concert. Your AmeriClub price is $10 per ticket for main-floor reserved seating. Mannheim Steamroller Wednesday, December 5, 2018, 7:30 p.m. Five Flags Arena 405 Main Street, Dubuque T his year marks the 34th Anniver- sary of the Christmas Tour and release of Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, an album that revolutionized the Holiday Season music category. The show features classic Christmas hits as well as a selection of Fresh Aire compositions, along with dazzling mul- timedia effects in an intimate setting. The Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Tour regularly attracts repeat attendance from multi-generational guests and is one of the longest running tours in the music industry. AmeriClub price is $54 per person, due at registration. Seats are located in section three, rows J, K, and L.

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The Mistletones Present: Snowbiz ® Thursday, December 6, 2018, 12:00 p.m.

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Dubuque Golf & Country Club 1800 Randall Place, Dubuque

A Christmas Survival Guide Sunday, December 9, 2018, 2:00 p.m. Bell Tower Theater 2728 Asbury Road, Dubuque, IA T he characters, armed with a copy of A Christmas Survival Guide and an optimistic attitude, charge into the holidays searching for the true essence of Christmas. With a mix of holiday tunes both traditional and new, they learn to cope with the holiday season in ways that are both hilarious and heartwarming. Your AmeriClub price is $17 for main-floor seating. AmeriClub VIP seating, the show, a full holiday lunch with dessert, and a compli- mentary drink (wine, soda, or tap beer). Check-in and cocktails are at noon, lunch is at 12:30 p.m., and the show is at 1:30 p.m. S nowbiz ® is an old-fashioned Christ- mas variety show for all audiences–young and young at heart–performed by the critically acclaimed Mistletones. With five incredible singers and an outstanding live jazz band, it’s perfect for anyone who revels in the magic of the season. Your $50 price includes special

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Grease Wednesday, September 26, 2018 Fireside Dinner Theater Fort Atkinson, WI

A n eight-year run on Broadway and two subsequent revivals, along with innumerable school and community pro- ductions, place Grease among the world’s most popular musicals. Head “greaser” Danny Zuko and new “good girl” Sandy Dumbrowski try to relive the high romance of their “Summer Nights” as the rest of the gang sing and dance their way through. Trip cost is $115 per person and includes transportation from Dubuque, plated lunch, show, and driver’s gratuity. Full payment, refundable until August 22, 2018, is due with registration.

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“A Touch of Grace” New Melleray Abbey Experience Monday, October 15 or 22 and

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Friday, October 19 or 26 11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. New Melleray Abbey 6632 Melleray Circle, Peosta, IA

T he monks of New Melleray Abbey invite you to Lunch and Learn. Come to the monastery and experience a rare glimpse into the life of the Trappist monks and their work of Trappist Caskets. During your visit, a monk will provide a brief introduction to the cloistered life at The Abbey. An opportunity to observe the monks as they gather in their limestone church and chant mid-day prayers, will be followed by a hearty lunch in the monastery guesthouse. During lunch, your hosts will discuss Trappist traditions and describe the monks’ ministry of Trappist Caskets, considered a corporal work of mercy. A casual discussion on end- of-life issues and mindful planning will bring the lunch to an end. After lunch, you will be invited to tour the monastery woodwork- ing facility. There is no charge but each session is limited to 30 participants. We will meet at New Melleray Abbey Church. Reserva- tions with AmeriClub are required, as are cancellations at least three days prior to the session. When registering, please state which date you prefer to attend. Directions: From the Julien Dubuque Bridge at the intersection of Hwy 20 and 151, [take] Hwy 151 south for 10 miles. At the “New Melleray Abbey” sign, go right onto Monastery Road. Go two miles on Monastery Road. The entrance is on the right.

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TransWorld Jewelry, Fashion & Accessories Show Thursday, October 25, 2018 Rosemont, IL W e enjoyed this so much last year that we are going back for more. This show has it all. Explore over 600 vendors selling prized merchandise and the newest fashions at the Stephens Convention Center. There is always something new at the show and we are going just in time for the Holidays! Motor coach transportation is included to the nearby Fashion Outlets of Chicago for those who wish to experience both venues. Grab some friends and join us for a day of fun. This event offers passenger pick-ups in Dyersville, Farley, and Dubuque. Meals are at passengers’ expense. Departure from Dyersville is at 6:30 a.m., with return at approximately 7:30 p.m. Cost is $59 and includes transpor- tation, entrance to jewelry show, and driv- er’s gratuity. TransWorld requires names of all attending. Walking and standing are required.

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Elf The Musical Wednesday, November 14, 2018 Fireside Dinner Theater Fort Atkinson, WI

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Miss Saigon Saturday, April 6, 2019 Overture Center Madison, WI B ased on the beloved holiday film, this hilarious comedy is now a must-see holiday musical. Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth! Cost is $115 per person and includes transportation from Dubuque, plated lunch, show, and driver’s gratuity. Full payment, refundable until October 11, is due with registration. T his musical tells the story of a young Vietnamese woman, Kim, who is orphaned by war and forced to work in a bar run by a notorious character known as the Engineer. There she falls in love with an American G.I. named Chris, but they are torn apart by the fall of Saigon. For three years, Kim goes on an epic journey of survival to find her way back to Chris, who has no idea he’s fathered a son. This is a musical event you won ’ t soon forget! Cost is $147 per person and includes round-trip motor-coach transportation from Dubuque and Platteville, theater circle seat- ing, and driver’s gratuity. Full payment is due at registration.

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Branson November 26-30, 2018

L ocated in the beautiful Ozark Mountains, Branson, MO is a premier destination featuring professional, live entertainment and musical productions. Join AmeriClub on this thrilling adventure to experience Branson’s beautiful holiday shows. Day 1: Motor coach departs for Christmas in the Ozarks and beautiful Branson. We travel to Kansas City today. Our first attraction will be the Arabia Steamboat Museum where you will hear legendary tales of the discovery of the Steamboat Arabia and its 200 tons of cargo. Next is dinner at Jack Stacks BBQ, a Kansas City tradition since 1957. We have planned a wonderful evening of Christmas lights with a great local guide. The tour includes Christmas in the Park at Long View Lake, Crown Center and the Mayor’s Christmas tree, The Plaza, as well as several other displays. We stay at the Drury Inn for one night. (D) Day 2: Breakfast served at our hotel before heading out to Branson. We will stop along the way for lunch on your own. Our Branson experience starts with Daniel O’Donnell who will be performing an all new production. Check into the Radisson Hotel, Branson where we will stay for the next three nights. Dinner this evening is at Wildwood Bistro located in the lower level of our hotel. After dinner we will board the motor coach for Hamners’ Unbelievable Variety Show . (B,D) Day 3: First up today is All Hands On Deck at Andy Williams Performing Arts Center. Travel to Branson Craft Mall to grab lunch on your own. Snack on goodies from Hillbilly Fruit and Nut or grab a great

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meal from the Pickin’ Porch Grill. The coach departs for the Titanic Museum. We will expe- rience what it was like to walk the hallways, parlors, cabins, and Grand Staircase while being surrounded by more than 400 artifacts directly from the ship and its passengers. Next, is dinner at the IMAX Complex and McFarlains Family Restaurant famous for its Ozark cuisine and homemade pies. Following dinner, we head to the Sight and Sound Theatre and the amazing production of Samson . (B,D) Day 4: Our first stop today will be a morning production by The Brett Family Singers. Next, we will go to the College of the Ozarks to enjoy a fabulous lunch at the Keeter Center. Today, we have a guided tour of the Branson area. Dinner will be served at Dolly Pardon’s Dixie Stampede . Then off to our final show of the trip, Million Dollar Quartet . This production is based on the Tony Award winning musical, and inspired by the elec- trifying true story where icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Per- kins all came together for one unforgettable night. (B,L,D) Day 5: Breakfast is served at the hotel. Board the coach for our trip home. (B) Per-person price: $979 (double accommodations), $1,214 (single), $908 (triple), $873 (quad). A $100 deposit is required with the balance due September 14. Price includes motor coach transportation from Dubuque, four nights’ deluxe hotel accommodations, luggage handling, nine meals, admissions as noted in itinerary, gratuities, step-on tour guides and AmeriClub escort. Payments should be made to AmeriClub.

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D ay 1: We transfer to the Chicago airport for our overnight flight to Barcelona. Day 2: Upon arrival in Barcelona see the Columbus Monument and La Rambla, a tree-lined pedestrian mall. Take in the view from atop Montjuic Hill and marvel at the Olympic Ring containing the sports facilities of the ’92 Olympic Games. Enjoy an included lunch at La Fitora before checking into Hotel Regente. (L) Day 3: After breakfast we embark on an artistic tour that focuses on architect Antoni Gaudí. We’ll travel along the Passeig de Gràcia, a broad elegant avenue which showcases some of the city’s most celebrated pieces of architecture. Our tour will be high- lighted by an inside visit to Gaudi’s famous Sagrada Familia Church, then we board the Norwegian Spirit in time for lunch! (B)(All meals beginning with lunch today are included on the ship.) Day 4: We are at Sea today, a great opportunity to explore the ship! Day 5: Casablanca, Morocco: Take one of the ship’s optional excursions to dis- cover Rabat’s rich history and see its treasures. Explore the archaeological site of Chellah or visit the Kasbah of Oudaya and the beautiful Andalusian Gardens. (8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.) Day 6: At Sea, visit the spa or casino, shop, or just relax and enjoy the sea views. Day 7: Las Palmas, Gran Canaria Canary Islands: These islands boast year-round temperate weather and beautiful landscapes. Known as the Beautiful Island, Gran Canaria Spain and Canary Islands Cruise Plus pre-cruise package in Barcelona January 22-February 3, 2019

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is a land of rugged pine forested terrain dotted with waterfalls and volcanoes. Join an optional excursion to Taburiente National Park! (8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.) Day 8: Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands: Walk the historic streets of old town and admire the colonial buildings. Stroll along golden sand beaches. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mount Teide, the highest point in Spain, or ride a camel at Camel Park! (8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.) Day 9: Funchal, Madeira, Portugal: The picturesque city of Funchal is set on a hillside on the sunny south coast of Madeira. Take the Cabo Girao Cable Car to the highest sea cliff in Europe to experience breathtaking views, or take a toboggan wicker basket ride! (8:00 a.m–4:00 p.m.) Day 10: At Sea, enjoy all the amenities of the ship! Day 11: Malaga, Spain: In this resort city on Spain’s Costa del Sol you can stroll along the palm tree-lined seaside promenades and enjoy beautiful scenery and great weather. Or, take an excursion to lovely Granada to tour the Alhambra! (7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.) Day 12: Alicante, Spain: Located on Spain’s Costa Blanca, Alicante boasts Paseo de las Explanada, one of the most beautiful seafronts in Spain. Stroll through narrow streets and take the elevator to [me]dieval Castillo de Santa Bárbara with views of the Mediterra- nean. (8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.) Day 13: Barcelona, Spain: Disembark

and transfer to the airport for our flight home.(5:00 a.m.) Price includes airport transfers, airfare, motor coach transportation and driver gratuity. All included hotel, tours and meals. Baggage handling throughout the trip. 10-night cruise with choice of two free amenities. All meals and entertainment onboard ship. Port taxes, air taxes and government fees. Customary shipboard gratuities. Group Protection Plan, and Ameri- Club Travel Leader. Passport must be valid through August 2019. Per-person prices based on double occupancy $3,869 (Balcony stateroom) $3,529 (Ocean view Stateroom) $3,379 (inside stateroom). A $400 per-person deposit is required. The balance is due October 12, 2018. Payments are fully refundable for cancel- lations by October 12, 2018.

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D ay 1: We transfer to the airport for our flight to Seattle, Washington. Upon arrival we will travel to the waterfront town of La Conner where we will check into the La Conner Country Inn for two nights. A welcome dinner is included at the Oyster & Thistle Restaurant. (D) Day 2: Today we journey into the heart of Washington’s Skagit Valley for their annual Tulip Festival! Only the Netherlands produces more tulips than the Skagit Valley. Tulip Town will be our first stop offering a variety of display gardens including a 10-acre field planted in stripes of color, and a trolley ride around the fields. Next we visit Roozen- Gaarde, the largest tulip farm in the United States. Lunch is included at the Calico Cup- board Café & Bakery in Anacortes. The rest of the afternoon and evening are free for you to explore delightful La Conner. (B, L) Day 3: This morning we board the Chinook, our private motor yacht, for a cruise through San Juan Islands. These beautiful islands are located off the scenic Pacific Northwest Coast. Our final destination of the day is Orcas Island which is the largest island in the San Juan chain. Here we will check into the world class Rosario Resort & Spa. The evening is free for you to relax and enjoy the ambiance of the resort. (B, L) Day 4: Our cruise through the San Juan Islands continues as we re-board the Chinook. Start the morning with a hot cup of locally roasted coffee or tea upon board- ing followed by a hot breakfast as we make our way to Friday Harbor. Friday Harbor is filled with interesting shops and artist gal- Sensational Washington April 23-28, 2019

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leries, and is home to the only museum devoted to Orca whales. Around noon we’ll cruise through the central San Juan Islands. A delicious meal featuring Dungeness crab, baked chicken, several side dishes, salads, and desserts will be served. Our ultimate destina- tion today is Vancouver Island. We will take a short walk to the Inn at Laurel Point, a lovely ocean-side resort, where we will check in for one night. (B, L) Day 5: Our day begins with a city tour. Then enjoy Butchart Gardens, 55 acres of the world’s most magnificent gardens. There will be time to enjoy all of the beauty before we depart for the Fairmont Empress Hotel. You’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time as we experience an authentic Victorian High Tea. We’ll be treated to live music, tableside tea service and delicious English sandwiches and pastries in this stunning hotel. Then it’s back to Victoria harbor to board the Victoria Clipper, a high-speed catamaran, for our trip to Seattle. As we travel through Puget Sound and into the Strait of Juan de Fuca, we’ll see the majestic Olympic Mountains and quaint seaside villages. Upon arrival in Seattle, we will check into the Crowne Plaza for one night. (B, High Tea) Day 6: This morning a local guide will join us for a Seattle city tour followed by a visit to world-famous Pike Place. (B) Trip price includes local airport transfers, round-trip airfare from Chicago, all activities and admissions listed in the itinerary, deluxe motor-coach transporta- tion, five nights’ hotel accommodations,

five breakfasts, three lunches, one high tea, one dinner, hotel luggage handling, gratuities, travel protection policy, professional tour manager, and AmeriClub escort. Per-person price: $3,099 (double accommodations), $3,539 (single). A $100 deposit is required with registration. The balance is due by January 14, 2019.

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Shrines of Quebec June 16-22, 2019

H ere is your snapshot itinerary! Day 1: We arrive in Montreal. Old

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in soul, but young at heart, you can see its European heritage shining through in the beautiful 18th-century buildings and cobble- stone streets of Old Montréal. Day 2: Explore the rest of the city including a visit to the first of our five shrines of Quebec–Saint Joseph’s Oratory. Our tour continues on to the Olympic Park and Bo- tanical Gardens. Tonight we have a special dinner with entertainment. (B, D, E) Day 3: Head to Quebec City along the St. Lawrence River and visit the lovely village of Trois Riviere for lunch. Arrive at the second of our five shrines of Quebec–Our Lady of the Cape Shrine. (B, D) Day 4: Visit the Plains of Abraham, and the third of our five shrines of Quebec– The Basilica-Cathedral Notre-Dame de Québec. In the afternoon we travel to Mont- morency Falls, 30-feet higher than Niagra Falls, and then on to the fourth shrine of Quebec–The Shrine of Sainte-Anne-de-Beau- pré. Dinner is on your own this evening. (B) Day 5: Begin our adventure heading north to Lac Saint-Jean and the Saguenay river. We will visit our last Shrine of Quebec located at Lac-Bouchette, Ermitage Saint- Antoine de Lac-Bouchette. Then we are on to the Kingdom of Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean! (B, D) Day 6: Cruise the incredible Saguenay Fjords from Saguenay to L’anse-Saint-Jean. We end the day with a special farewell dinner in Old Quebec. (B, D) Day 7: We head home. (B)

Tour Package Includes: Six nights quality accommodations, baggage handling of one large suitcase per person, all attrac- tion admissions and fees as outlined in the itinerary, all applicable lodging and meal taxes and gratuities, even days professional guide service, seven days deluxe motor coach transportation, 12 meals: six breakfasts and five dinners, gratuities for the professional tour guide and motor coach driver, comprehensive Travel Insurance. Per-person price: $3,964 (double accommoda- tions), $4,694 (single). A $350 deposit is required with regis- tration. The balance is due by March 10, 2019.

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