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SPRINGTIME IN NEW ORLEANS - THE BIG EASY April 6-13, 2019 SOLO FRIENDLY The French Quarter TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Gone With The Wind Experience; Road to Tara Museum Margaret Mitchell House Stately Oaks

1 SPRINGTIME IN NEW ORLEANS - THE BIG EASY April 6-13, 2019 SOLO FRIENDLY The French Quarter TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Gone With The Wind Experience; Road to Tara Museum Margaret Mitchell House Stately Oaks Plantation New Orleans Garden District New Orleans School of Cooking Dixieland Jazz Dinner Cruise Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 Mardi Gras World Nottoway Plantation Oak Alley Plantation Cajun-style Swamp Boat Tour French Quarter Arlington Antebellum House Dolly Parton s Smoky Mountain Adventure Dinner Show TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL: 2 INCLUDED FEATURES Free parking with roundtrip motorcoach transportation Seven night hotel accommodations Baggage handling (1 bag per person) Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 5 Dinners Tours and admissions as listed per itinerary Local guide service All taxes and gratuities Services of a Discoveries Journey Manager PRICE PER PERSON OCCUPANCY RATE Double $2,229 Single $2,969 Triple $1,979 Quad $1,859 ALL PRICING AND INCLUDED FEATURES ARE BASED ON A MINIMUM OF 25 FULL PAYING PASSENGERS. RATES ARE SUBJECT

2 Springtime in New Orleans - The Big Easy April 6-13, 2019 TOUR ITINERARY Saturday, April 6: Travel to Charlotte, North Carolina 6:00AM: Motorcoach will depart from Lancaster, AC Moore store located in Lancaster Shopping Center on the Oregon Pike/ Route 272 side of the store. 7:00AM: Depart from Harrisburg, AAA Central Penn, 2301 Paxton Church Rd; travel to Charlotte with appropriate rest and meal stops en route. Evening arrival at the hotel to check in and have dinner on your own. Hotel: Drury Inn, Charlotte, NC Sunday, April 7: The Gone with the Wind Experience After breakfast depart for Georgia with an afternoon arrival at the Road to Tara Museum. Whether you re a Gone With the Wind fan or history buff, the Road to Tara Museum boasts items from the famous movie and book, along with artifacts from the Civil War. We will be joined by a costumed step-on guide for a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the details of the book and the unique ties to Jonesboro. Then it s onto the Margaret Mitchell House & Museum, on the historic site where she actually wrote the famous novel. Our last stop will be a tour of the Stately Oak Plantation, the mansion is decorated to reflect the daily life of a bygone era. Dinner this evening will be in the Bethel One-Room School on the Mansion grounds of Stately Oaks Plantation with a storyteller. Hotel: Drury Inn, Atlanta, GA (Breakfast, Dinner) Monday, April 8: New Orleans After breakfast we will make our way to New Orleans with appropriate rest and meal stops en route. Evening arrival at the hotel; enjoy a free evening in the French Quarter. Every street in the French Quarter has something to offer from classic restaurants, music venues, and boutique shopping to voodoo temples. Some of the most popular areas include: Royal Street, Chartres Street and Bourbon Street. Hotel: Hotel Provincial, New Orleans, LA (Breakfast) Tuesday, April 9: Garden District, Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 & Dinner Jazz Cruise Following breakfast we meet our local guide for a tour of the charming Garden District where oak-shaded streets are lined with a diverse mix of homes, from single-story cottages to the grand historic mansions; some of the homes are still known by the names of the families that built them over a century ago. Next, we tour the Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, one of the city s earliest and most significant above-ground burial sites. This afternoon enjoy free time for lunch on own and shopping in the Garden District. As you walk down Magazine Street you can feel the energy as antique shops give way to contemporary design studios, offbeat clothing stores, restaurants, and much more. Following lunch, we visit Mardi Gras World where you see the floats and learn the history of this famous event. Tonight, enjoy a dinner Jazz cruise on the authentic Steamboat NATCHEZ. (Breakfast, Dinner) Wednesday, April 10: Nottoway Plantation Tour, Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Boat Tour After breakfast we depart for the Nottoway Plantation where a costumed guide will lead us through the Mansion s spectacular rooms, sharing details of the lavish construction and stories of the fascinating history, including the survival through the Civil War. Next our costume guide provides a tour of Oak Alley Plantation with our costume guide. The Greek Revival Mansion was named for the two rows of live oaks, planted in the early 1700 s. You will have time to stroll the plantation grounds before enjoying a delightful Cajun lunch buffet. Following lunch we take a journey by boat, Cajun-style, through the heart of Southern Louisiana s swamplands. The Cajun native guide will share the legends and lore of Louisiana s still untamed wilderness. Bring your camera and capture wildlife at any time! Alligators, snakes, egrets, white-tailed deer, mink and nutria all make their home here in the Louisiana swamplands. Tonight, enjoy a cooking demonstration & dinner at the New Orleans School of Cooking. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

3 French Quarter Jazz Thursday, April 11: Arlington Antebellum House & Gardens Enjoy breakfast before departing for Alabama. This afternoon we arrive for a tour of the Arlington Antebellum Home & Gardens, Birmingham s only Greek Revival structure. This wonderfully preserved two- story house with spacious porches and balconies was built by Judge William S. Mudd, one of the 10 founders of the city. The rooms are furnished with 19th century furniture, artwork and crafts. Following our tour we will check into the hotel with time to freshen up before dinner at a local restaurant. Hotel: Drury Inn, Birmingham, AL (Breakfast, Dinner) Friday, April 12: Dolly Parton s Smoky Mountain Adventure Dinner Show After breakfast we depart for Tennessee. After check in enjoy free time. Tonight enjoy Dolly Parton s Smoky Mountain Adventure Dinner Show. Hotel: TBA, Pigeon-Forge/Sevierville, TN (Breakfast, Dinner) Saturday, April 13: Travel to Pennsylvania Enjoy breakfast before departing for Central Pennsylvania with appropriate rest and meal stops en route. (Breakfast) Hotel and itinerary are subject to change at any time without notification and/or compensation. TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL: 2 This tour requires average physical activity. You should be in good health, able to climb stairs and walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven ground and cobblestoned streets.

GENERAL INFORMATION TRAVEL DOCUMENTS A state issued photo I.D. is required (such as a valid driver s license). PAYMENT $300 per person deposit due at the time of booking to confirm your reservation.

4 GENERAL INFORMATION TRAVEL DOCUMENTS A state issued photo I.D. is required (such as a valid driver s license). PAYMENT $300 per person deposit due at the time of booking to confirm your reservation. Final payment is due to AAA by February 26, Solo Travelers Rewards Club maximum voucher redemption: $100 CANCELLATION/PENALTIES A $25 per person cancellation fee will be charged by Discoveries in addition to any other supplier s fees. From February 26, 2019 to day of departure no refunds unless a replacement traveler is provided by the registered participant. INSURANCE For your protection AAA recommends travel insurance. Pre-existing medical conditions may be waived with proper coverage if travel insurance is purchased within 14 days of initial deposit only. Other conditions may apply; ask your travel agent. AAA recommends Allianz. CLOTHING/CLIMATE Temperatures for New Orleans in April average in the 70s. Casual clothes and comfortable walking shoes are fine; be prepared for potential inclement weather. TRAVEL ASSISTANCE For personal comfort, group participants who need assistance are required to have a traveling companion who is capable of and totally responsible for providing the needed assistance. CONSUMER DISCLOSURE NOTICE - PART OF CONTRACT OF SERVICE. PLEASE READ THIS NOTICE, IT CONSTITUTES PART OF YOUR CONTRACT FOR TRAVEL-RELATED SERVICES. AAA TRAVEL is acting as a mere agent for SUPPLIERS in selling travel-related services, or in accepting reservations or bookings for services that are not directly supplied by this travel agency (such as air and ground transportation, hotel accommodations, meals, tours, cruises, etc.). This agency, therefore, shall not be responsible for breach of contract or any intentional or careless actions or omissions on part of such suppliers, which result in any loss, damage, delay or injury to you or your travel companions or group members. Unless the term guaranteed is specifically stated in writing on your tickets, invoice, or reservation itinerary, we do not guarantee any of such suppliers rates, bookings, reservations, connections, scheduling, or handling of personal effects. Travel agent shall not be responsible for any injuries, damages, or losses to any traveler in connection with terrorist activities, social or labor unrest, climatic conditions, abnormal conditions or developments, or any other actions, omissions, or conditions outside the travel agent s control. Traveler assumes complete and full responsibility for, and hereby releases the agent from any duty of, checking and verifying any and all passport, visa, vaccination, or other entry requirements of each destination, and all safety or security conditions at such destinations. For information concerning possible dangers at international destinations, contact the Travel Advisory Section of the U.S. State Department. For medical information, call the Public Health Service. By embarking upon his/ her travel, the traveler voluntarily assumes all risks involved in such travel, whether expected or unexpected. Traveler is hereby warned of such risks, and is advised to obtain appropriate insurance coverage against them. Traveler s acceptance and retention of tickets, reservations, or bookings after issuance shall constitute a consent of the above, and an agreement on his/her part to convey the contents hereto to his/her travel companions or group members. GRP /18 For reservations or more information, please contact: Carlisle Huntingdon Lititz Gettysburg Lancaster West Shore Harrisburg Lebanon Hershey Lewistown AAA.com FOLLOW AAA CENTRAL PENN

5 PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM PROMPTLY to: Discoveries P.O. Box 1354, Harrisburg, PA or fax to: AAA Escorted Motorcoach Trip Discover Your Adventure Springtime in New Orleans - The Big Easy Group #4119 I/we will board the motorcoach in (check choice): Harrisburg Lancaster **PLEASE USE ONE FORM FOR EACH PASSENGER** Name of registrant: Name preferred on badge: Mailing address: City: State: Zip: Daytime Telephone number: ( ) Cell Phone: ( ) Address: In case of Emergency, please notify: Phone: ( ) Physical Disabilities and/or Health Conditions: Please keep in mind this trip involves walking. For personal comfort, group participants who require assistance are advised to have a traveling companion who is capable of and totally responsible for providing assistance throughout this trip. Special requirements/request: RATES PER PERSON (based on double occupancy) Single $2,969 Double $2,229 Triple $1,979 Quad $1,859 PAYMENT $300 per person deposit due at the time of booking to confirm your reservation. Final payment due to AAA by February 26, Solo Travelers Rewards Club maximum voucher redemption: $100 CANCELLATION/PENALTIES: A $25 per person cancellation fee will be charged by Discoveries in addition to any other supplier s fees. From February 26, 2019 to day of departure no refunds unless a replacement traveler is provided by the registered participant. Personal Check, or VISA or MasterCard are accepted for this group trip. Check (made payable to AAA Travel) is enclosed, OR Credit Card: VISA MasterCard (check choice) Cardholder s Name (as shown on card): Credit Card number: Cardholder Signature: Expiration Date: Today s Date:

6 AAA ESCORTED MOTORCOACH TRIP Springtime in New Orleans - The Big Easy April 6-13, 2019 Please complete the reverse side of this page and return it with your payment to AAA Travel. All Trip Registrants must read and sign the following: To the best of my/our knowledge, I am/we are in good state of health and suffering from no physical condition which might be detrimental to my/our own safety, comfort and convenience and that of the other participants during this trip. If any participant named on this registration form HAS A SPECIFIC PHYSICAL CONDITION, DISABILITY, ALLERGY OR DIETARY REQUIREMENT THAT MAY REQUIRE SPECIAL ATTENTION OR TREATMENT, such details must be reported on this form. I/we have read and understand and agree to conditions as set forth in the tour flyer, especially regarding payments, cancellations, refunds and responsibilities of the AAA Travel, as tour operator and agent for the trip participants. Signature(s) of Registrant(s) listed on this form: Travel Insurance: I/We acknowledge that AAA has offered insurance covering trip cancellation/interruption for covered reasons, travel delay, baggage or medical coverage as provided by a third party insurance provider. I understand that such insurance coverage is subject to my obligation to provide all information and documentation that is required by the insurance provider and primary travel supplier. I/We understand the waiver of pre-existing conditions clause as outlined in the insurance brochure. Initial one. Yes, I have purchased Allianz travel insurance. Yes, I have purchased Allianz travel insurance including Cancel for any Reason benefits Yes, I have purchased third party/supplier sponsored travel insurance. No, I decline any travel insurance. Parking Waiver: I hereby release AAA Central Penn, all its entities, and the owners of the parking facilities from any liabilities while my vehicle is parked or driven on the grounds of the selected parking facility during the time related to my trip with AAA. Vehicle Make & Model: Year: License Number: Signature(s) of Registrant(s) listed on this form: Today Date:

SPRINGTIME IN OTTAWA CANADIAN TULIP FESTIVAL

SPRINGTIME IN OTTAWA CANADIAN TULIP FESTIVAL May 16-19, 2019 SOLO FRIENDLY Ottawa, Canada TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Guided Ottawa City Tour The Parliament Hill ByWard Market Rideau Hall Canadian Tulip Festival Lansdowne