July_August 2018

July/Aug 2018

Branson November 26-30 See pages 18-19

Calendar 2018 July 15 Sister Act/ Five Flags (p.6) July 18 Celebration Belle Classic Oldies (p.6) Aug 1 Mamma Mia! /Circa ‘21 (p.12) Aug 2 Washington State Travel Preview (p.22) Aug 10 Reba McEntire/IA State Fair Aug 23 Shrines of Quebec Travel Preview (p.2) Aug 24 Port of Dubuque Adventure (p.7) Aug 28 B2wins/UD Heritage Center (p.7) Aug 28-Sept 5 Iceland (p.17) Sept 8 At The Hop– Paul Hemmer Swing Orchestra/Bell Tower (p.8) Oct 6 Chanticleer/UD Heritage Center (p.8) Oct 9 Celebration Belle Day Long Fall Cruise (p.9) Oct 15 or Oct 19 New Melleray Abbey (p.13) Oct 21 Farce of Habit /Bell Tower (p.9) Oct 25 TransWorld Jewelry, Fashion, and Accessories Show/Rosemont, IL (p.14) Oct 27 Travis Tritt and The Charlie Daniels Band/Five Flags (p.10) Nov 14 Elf the Musical /Fireside (p.15) Nov 15 REO Speedwagon/Five Flags (p.10) Nov 26-30 Branson (p.18-19) Dec 6 Snowbiz with the Mistletones (p.11) Dec 9 A Christmas Survival Guide /Bell Tower (p.11) Calendar 2019 Jan 22-Feb 3 Spain &Canary Islands (p.20-21) April 23-28 Sensational Washington (p.22) June 16-22 Shrines of Quebec Sept 13 Gourmet Gallivant (p.5) Sept 17-20 Fall Mystery Trip (p.16) Sept 26 Grease /Fireside (p.12)

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Shrines of Quebec TRAVEL PREVIEW Thursday, August 23, 2018 6:00 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

Contents Notes From Connie...................................3 Bulletin Board...........................................4 Dyersville/Farley Event...........................5 Local Events........................................6-11 One-Day Ventures...........................12-15 Mystery Trip............................................16 Incredible Iceland.................................17 Branson.............................................18-19 Spain & Canary Islands....................20-21 Washington State..................................22 Missing Word Contest...........................23

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Hello Everyone,

Notes From Connie

Summer is in full swing and I couldn’t be more eager! When I’m not traveling, I enjoy spending time at our cottage with family

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and friends. I have three children, Emily is 28, Michael is 25, and Christopher is 22. If we are not at the cottage you can find us on the river. We have a pontoon boat that we love to take out to the beach or just float. The fun restaurants along the river are also favorite stops for us. The warm weather always brightens my day. I’m writing to you as I’m returning from a 14-day venture in Alaska. I had the privilege of traveling with 24 club members that truly became like family to me. We will add many highlights to our memory bank after seeing breathtaking scenery, wildlife up close, and all that makes Alaska a “must-see” destination. Our members and guests are the best around. Traveling [is] just more fun in a group! As the year continues, AmeriClub has a lot in store. Our Celebration Belle Classic Oldies Cruise is just days away, July 18 to be exact. We have over 50 members signed up so far. Let us know right away if you are interested in joining us. We are also still tak- ing reservations for Mamma Mia at Circa ’21 on August 1. It will be my first time to see Mamma Mia performed live. I can’t wait! If you’re looking for a way to start your fall, I recommend looking into Incred- ible Iceland. We will see amazing waterfalls and gorgeous fjord landscapes, bubbling mud pools and steaming solfataras, and lava fields more lush and green than you can imagine.

Don’t wait to take a trip of a life- time; there’s still time to register! We added a few trips to the 2019 line up. Visit Spain and the Canary Islands in January, Sensational Washington in April, Shrines of Quebec in June, and New England Fall Foliage in October. I will keep you posted as new adventures are added. Until next time, stay cool and enjoy the sunshine!

Make today great!

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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 “Wisdom is the reward you get for a lifetime of listening when you would have preferred to talk.” – Doug Larson Reservations and Information Connie Francis at 563.589.0804 Erin Schumacher at 563.582.1841, ext. 7374

Gourmet Gallivant Thursday, September 13, 2018 Cedar Rapids & Swisher, IA

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Y ou’re not going to want to miss this fabulous day adventure. Do you enjoy learning? [What] about eating amazing food? Let’s do both! Please join us as we gallivant by motor coach to Cedar Rapids, IA to visit The Hotel Kirkwood and then on to Cedar Ridge Winery and Distillery in Swisher, IA. We will start at the culinary lab in the Hotel Kirkwood Amphitheater for a kitchen dem- onstration by two superior chefs from the “Class Act Restaurant” of the Kirkwood culi- nary school. The demonstration will include one of our selected menu items and dessert. We will enjoy this amazing meal served to us right there at our observation table. After eating we will get a short tour of [the] lab where the culinary students are actually trained. Then we are ready to jump back on the motor coach and head to Cedar Ridge Winery and Distillery for a tour and tasting event. Can’t wait to enjoy this experience with all of you and add to our memory making. Cost is $79 which includes motor coach transportation and driver’s gratuity, cooking demonstration, meal, tours and tasting event. Departure from Dubuque will be at 8:30 a.m. with passenger pickups in Farley and Dyersville. Arrive at Hotel Kirkwood at 10:30 a.m. with presentation beginning at 10:45 a.m. Depart to Cedar Ridge at 1:30 a.m. Depart for home after our tour and tasting. To register contact Sheila or Tanya in Dyersville at 563.875.2491, Kristie or Gayle in Farley at 563.744.3380, or Connie Francis in Dubuque at 563.589.0804.

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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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Sister Act Sunday, July 15, 2018, 2:00 p.m. Rising Star Theater Company Five Flags Theater 405 Main Street, Dubuque, IA

Port of Dubuque Adventure Friday, August 24, 2018 9:45 a.m. or 10:00 a.m., NMRMA T ake a guided tour of World War II Combat Ship USS LST 325 coming to the Port of Dubuque at American Trust River’s Edge Plaza. Following your tour, stop and visit with other AmeriClub members and guests for complimentary light refreshments. Next enter the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium to enjoy DaVinci The Exhibition. You are free to enjoy all of the attractions that the NMRMA has to offer. Due to the logistics of the ship, not all areas are entirely handicap accessible. AmeriClub price is $20 per person. Special pricing available for WW II veterans. B2wins Tuesday, August 28, 2018, 8:00 p.m. UD Heritage Center 2255 Bennett Street, Dubuque, IA P ronounced “B-Twins,” Brazilian twins Walter and Wagner have been exciting audiences worldwide with their distinctive appearance and unique approach to creat- ing their own signature sound. Featuring a lead electric violin and ukulele with vocals, this dynamic powerhouse sets out to shatter every stereotype of a typical “band.” They turn heads whenever they perform by tapping into a wide variety of genres, integrating humor and lively audience participation. AmeriClub price is $15 per person, due at reservation.

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T his musical is based on the hit 1992 film. When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won’t be found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover! AmeriClub price is $12 per ticket for main-floor seating. Celebration Belle Classic Oldies Cruise Wednesday, July 18, 2018 Port of Dubuque, Board 10:30 a.m. Cruise 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. C ruise down the Mississippi and reminisce with entertainers Ray and Jane to the 50s and 60s music of Elvis, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, and many others. Homemade sticky rolls and fresh fruit are available upon boarding. Later, a hot two entrée lunch buffet will be served. Pre-cruise check-in will take place for those registered at the Port of Dubuque prior to the cruise. Tickets will not be mailed and reminder calls will not be made. AmeriClub price is $58.95 per person, due at reservation.

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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. 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. Celebration Belle Day- Long Cruise Tuesday, October 9, 2018 Port of Dubuque, Board 7:30 a.m. T he Celebration Belle’s Autumn

At The Hop with the Paul Hemmer Swing Band Saturday, September 8, 2018, 2:00 p.m. Bell Tower Theater 2728 Asbury Road, Dubuque P aul Hemmer is back once again with a whole new show. Enjoy this wonderful concert of music from days gone by all arranged in the style of the greats of the Big Band Era. Paul Hemmer has been involved in the Dubuque music scene since 1960. Fast forward to 2018 and he is still going strong. Your AmeriClub price is $20 per ticket for main-floor seating. 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 entitled “Then and There, Here and [Now]” features reper- toire ranging from early music to spirituals to jazz to American songbook classics by Richard Rodgers, Duke Ellington, and Irving Berlin. 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.

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Travis Tritt and The Charlie Daniels Band Saturday, October 27, 2018, 7:00 Five Flags Arena 405 Main Street, Dubuque

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

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Dubuque Golf & Country Club 1800 Randall Place, Dubuque

REO Speedwagon Thursday, November 15, 2018, 7:00 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 million 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. 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.

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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Mamma Mia! Wednesday, August 1, 2018 Circa ‘21 Dinner Playhouse Rock Island, IL

“A Touch of Grace” New Melleray Abbey Experience Monday, October 15 or Friday, October 19 11:15 a.m. to 1:00 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 25 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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O ver 54 million people all around the world have fallen in love with the char- acters, the story, and the music that makes Mamma Mia! the ultimate feel-good show! Abba’s hits tell the hilarious story of a teen’s search for her birth father. Trip cost is $89 per person and includes transportation, lunch, show, and gratuities. Full payment, refundable until July 2, is due at registration.

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

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. Trans[World] requires names of all attending. Walking and standing are required.

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B ased on the be[love]d 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. This modern-day classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf! Trip 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.

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The Heart of California Trip-April 2018

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Fall Mystery Trip September 17-20, 2018

Incredible Iceland! August 28–September 5, 2018

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A lthough the registration deadline has passed, contact AmeriClub immediately if you are interested in this exciting trip. We will check availability and send you complete details. Trip includes: • Reykjanes Peninsula–city center and harbor • Kerid Crater • Visit a geothermal greenhouse, with culinary demonstration • Geysir Hot Springs • Gullfoss, a spectacular two-tier waterfall • Thingvellir National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site) • Goðafoss–Waterfalls of the Gods • Lake Mývatn–Dimmuborgir’s lava labyrinth • Vatnajökull National Park • Vatnajökull–Europe’s largest glacier • Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls • LAVA Center and famous Blue Lagoon ...and so much more! Price includes airport transfers, airfare, motor coach transportation, hotel accommodations, 16 meals, activities and admissions on itinerary, hotel baggage handling, gratuities, Group Protection Plan, and AmeriClub Travel Leader. Passport must be valid through March 2019. Per-person price: $4,969 (double accom- modations), $5,759 (single).

C alling all mystery lovers! Another exciting, multi-day mystery tour has been planned. You can expect interesting attrac- tions, comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and a great time. Beginning on September 17 we will begin our four-day, three-night adventure together. I better not tell you anything else because it might ruin the surprise! The per-person trip price is $733 (double occupancy), and $888 (single). A $100 deposit is required with your registration. Final payment is due August 1, and all payments are refundable prior to this date. Price includes deluxe motor coach transportation from Dubuque, three-nights lodging at a four-star hotel, luggage handling, three breakfasts, four lunches, three dinners, admission to all included activities, and all gratuities.

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The Heart of Alaska Trip-May 2018

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Branson November 26-30, 2018

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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

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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H ere is your fabluous itinerary! On day one 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. Spain and Canary Islands Cruise Plus pre-cruise package in Barcelona January 22-February 3, 2019

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Known as the Beautiful Island, Gran Canaria 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 medieval Castillo de Santa Bárbara with views of the Mediterranean. (8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.)

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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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Our Missing Word Contest winner for May/June was Michael Link, who received a check for $25. The missing word was “hard,” and the song title was “It’s Been a Hard Day’s Night.” We have hidden another song title with a missing word in this issue. Read your AmeriClub newsletter carefully, looking for any words enclosed in [brackets] like this. Rearrange the words to form the title or extended title of a popular song. One word will be missing. Figure out the missing word, and write the missing word only on the Missing Word Contest form found below. All correct entries received prior to the deadline indicated on the form are entered into the $25 drawing. All entries received throughout the year are entered into a year-end drawing for a grand prize of $100! Good luck!

H ere is your snapshot itinerary! On Day one we transfer to the Chicago airport for our morning flight to Seattle, Washington. Upon arrival we will motor coach to the waterfront town of La Conner. (D) Day 2: Enjoy an included breakfast and then onto Skagit Valley for their annual Tulip Festival. First stop is Tulip Town. Next we visit RoozenGaarde and stop for lunch. The rest of the afternoon and evening are on your own to explore. (B,L) Day 3: After an included breakfast we board the Chinook , our private yacht, to cruise to the San Juan Islands. We will also visit Orca Island and stay at the premier Rosario Resort & Spa. Your evening is free to relax and enjoy the ambiance of the resort. (B,L) Day 4: Spend today at Friday Harbor taking in the sights and sounds. The harbor is filled with interesting shops, artist galleries and a museum devoted to the Orca whales. Our ultimate destination today is Victoria, British Columbia. (B,L) Day 5: Our day begins with a city tour of Victoria. We’ll visit Butchart Gardens and then to the Fairmont Express Hotel. There, take a step back in time to experience the British tradition of Victorian High Tea. We then board the Victoria Clipper , a high speed catamaran, for our trip back to Seattle. (B) Day 6: Today we take a city tour of Seattle with a visit to the world famous Pike Place Market. Then we’re off to the airport for our flight home along with warm memo- ries of a fantastic trip. (B)

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AmeriClub Journal

AmeriClub is a rewards program for

clients who maintain qualifying balances and who are ages 40 and better.

895 Main Street P.O. Box 938

Dubuque, Iowa 52004-0938 563.589.0804 800.373.1841

www.americantrust.bank

cfrancis@americantrust.com

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