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1 UTSA-Alumni Association presents Southern Charm Holiday December 2 7, 2018 Book Now & Save $ 100 Per Person For more information contact Steven Woodall UTSA-Alumni Association (210) alumni@utsa.edu

6 Days 8 Meals: 5 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners Book Now & Save $100 Per Person: Double $2,549; Single $3,149; Triple $2,519 Double $2,449 * Single $3,049; Triple $2,419 For bookings made after Jun 02, 2018

2 6 Days 8 Meals: 5 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners Book Now & Save $100 Per Person: Double $2,549; Single $3,149; Triple $2,519 Double $2,449 * Single $3,049; Triple $2,419 For bookings made after Jun 02, 2018 call for rates. Included in Price: Round Trip Air from San Antonio Intl, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers Not included in price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $240 per person * All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change, based on air inclusive package from SAT IMPORTANT CONDITIONS: Your price is subject to increase prior to the time you make full payment. Your price is not subject to increase after you make full payment, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes or fees. Once deposited, you have 7 days to send us written consumer consent or withdraw consent and receive a full refund. (See registration form for consent.)

Collette Experiences Drive through enchanting James Island County Park, decorated with over 500,000 lights. Explore the 19th-century Andrew Low House and Gardens.

3 Collette Experiences Drive through enchanting James Island County Park, decorated with over 500,000 lights. Explore the 19th-century Andrew Low House and Gardens. Must-See Inclusions Get to know Charleston's cobblestone streets, historic homes and restored buildings. Enjoy a holiday-themed trolley tour of Savannah's sprawling Historic District. Experience a guided tour of the Jekyll Island Club, beautifully decorated for the season. Culinary Inclusions Enjoy a cooking demonstration and dinner of regional specialties in Savannah. Savor a festive holiday dinner at the Jekyll Island Club. Highlights: Historic Charleston, Choice of Boone Hall Plantation or Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, James Island County Park Holiday Display, Jekyll Island, Christmas Caroling, Savannah, Andrew Low House Day 1: Sunday, December 2, 2018 Charleston, South Carolina - Tour Begins Experience warm holiday hospitality in America s southeast. Come to know its rich history and traditions on this scenic and festive tour highlighted by stays in Charleston, Jekyll Island and Savannah. Arrive today in beautiful antebellum Charleston. Day 2: Monday, December 3, 2018 Charleston Known as the Holy City, Charleston has survived the Civil War, major fires, an earthquake and hurricanes and still exudes elegance, charm and grace. A local guide will show you the city highlighting the many historic homes and restored buildings adorned with delightful 18th-century Christmas decorations. Stop at the battery overlooking Fort Sumter where, on April 12, 1861, the first shots of the Civil War were fired. Continue on to City Market, one of the oldest public markets in America. Meet a local artisan to learn about the tradition of weaving Gullah sweetgrass baskets, one of the oldest handicrafts in the United States. Following your city

tour, the choice is yours! Perhaps you will choose to explore Boone Hall Plantation where you ll experience southern plantation living as you come to know one of America's oldest working plantations.

4 tour, the choice is yours! Perhaps you will choose to explore Boone Hall Plantation where you ll experience southern plantation living as you come to know one of America's oldest working plantations. Or, you may opt to explore Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum where you ll board the impressive USS Yorktown aircraft carrier and walk in the footsteps of sailors and officers as you tour the flight deck; you ll also have time at the Congressional Medal of Honor Museum and marvel at the largest collection of military aircraft in the United States. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant before visiting James Island County Park, where over 500,000 lights provide you with an enchanting 3-mile driving tour. (B, D) Day 3: Tuesday, December 4, 2018 Charleston - Jekyll Island, Georgia Travel to the exclusive Jekyll Island Club Hotel, grandly situated in the midst of the fabled Golden Isles. Jekyll Island was once the winter retreat of prominent Gilded Age families. Their grand cottages still stand. Enjoy time here to explore or simply relax in the old-world ambiance of your hotel. This afternoon, find yourself in the holiday spirit with Christmas caroling and some afternoon refreshments. Later, join your fellow travelers for dinner at the Jekyll Island Club. (B, D) Day 4: Wednesday, December 5, 2018 Jekyll Island - Savannah This morning, a tram brings you on a tour of the Jekyll Island Historic Landmark District one of the nation s largest restoration projects. The Rockefellers, Vanderbilts and J.P. Morgan once vacationed here along the 240-acre river edge. Travel north along the unspoiled Georgia coast of vast marshlands, winding rivers and beautiful beaches to historic Savannah, home to the largest National Historic Landmark District in the United States. Tonight, perhaps you will join an optional after hours tour to Bonaventure, the south s most famous Victorian Cemetery, with a local historian. (B) Day 5: Thursday, December 6, 2018 Savannah Take in the ambiance of the Old South with a holiday-themed trolley tour highlighting Savannah's

sprawling Historic District. The lively, informative commentary brings the city to life as you travel along the cobblestone-paved streets and beneath moss-draped oaks.

5 sprawling Historic District. The lively, informative commentary brings the city to life as you travel along the cobblestone-paved streets and beneath moss-draped oaks. Her stately mansions, beautiful squares and romantic riverfront are sure to make you fall in love with this city. Next, the beautiful Andrew Low House and Gardens await. Learn about the driving force behind the Girl Scouts and its founder, Juliette Low. This afternoon, wander Savannah s treefilled squares or explore Factors Walk and River Street, where old cotton warehouses house trendy shops, taverns and restaurants. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a cooking demonstration showcasing regional culinary specialties at a farewell dinner. (B, D) Day 6: Friday, December 7, 2018 Savannah - Tour Ends Your days spent experiencing true southern charm and holiday cheer will stay dear to your heart for years to come. (B) Itinerary at a glance Days 1, 2 Hyatt Place Charleston, Charleston,South Carolina Day 3 Jekyll Island Club, Jekyll Island, Georgia Days 4, 5 Doubletree Historic Savannah, Savannah,Georgia On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Experience It! Jekyll Island Situated in the Atlantic Ocean off the Georgia coast lies Jekyll Island, the smallest of Georgia s barrier islands. In 1886, Jekyll Island was transformed from a quiet little island into an exclusive winter retreat for America s rich and famous and became known as the Jekyll Island Club. The Rockefellers, Morgans and Pulitzers were a few of the families that vacationed here in its heyday. Today, the island is owned by the State of Georgia which has implemented restrictions on development that leaves one third of the island to nature preserves. Its open spaces, pristine beaches, quaint shopping and dining district, and a fascinating historical museum have made this island flourish over the recent decades.

6 Please fill out and return TOUR: Southern Charm Holiday DEPARTURE DATE: Dec 02, 2018 GROUP NAME: UTSA-Alumni Association BOOKING NUMBER: AVAILABLE PREPAID OPTIONS Personalize your tour by adding an optional activity below. Our recommended options have been carefully chosen to help enhance your individual experience. Complete the provided Prepaid Options Form to reserve your options. Availability is limited and reservations are on a first come, first served basis. Payment must be received no later than 15 days prior to departure. Prices are subject to change. Children under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult. PASSENGERS NAME: (Please submit a separate form for each passenger) Salutation: First: Middle: Last: Suffix: Nickname: (Mr., Mrs., Rev.) ( Please print EXACTLY as it appears on the government issued travel identification) (Jr., Sr.) Price Per Person Option (USD) Twilight Walking Tour of Bonaventure Cemetery Please make checks payable to Collette and send to: UTSA-Alumni Association Attn: Steven Woodall 162 Middle Street Pawtucket, RI Fax: (210)

7 TRAVEL DATE: 12/02/2018 TERRITORY: T3 RES#: Southern Charm Holiday For Reservations Contact: Steven Woodall (210) Collette, 162 Middle Street, Pawtucket, RI A deposit of $500 per person is due upon reservation. If you purchase our Travel Protection Plan, the deposit is only $250 per person plus the cost of the Insurance. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Reservations made after the deposit due date of May 26, 2018 are based upon availability. Final payment due by October 03, Deposits are refundable up until June 02, YOUR INFORMATION: Clearly print your full name (first/middle/last) as it appears on your government issued travel documentation. IMPORTANT: In order to avoid any unnecessary change fees, it is imperative that all guest names are entered correctly from the start. The information below must be the legal name and be 100% identical to the ID being used to travel <passport/driver s license> including middle names or suffixes <Jr, Sr>. First: Middle: Last: Suffix: Nickname: Gender: ( ) Male ( ) Female Date of Birth: month day year Address: City: State: Zip Code: Phone: ( ) Cell: ( ) Address: Should you become ill or injured, whom should we contact (not traveling with you): Phone: ( ) ROOMING WITH: Check if address is the same as Passenger #1 First: Middle: Last: Suffix: AIR GATEWAY: Departure airport for this tour: Air Seat Request: ( ) Aisle ( ) Window ( ) Next To Traveling Companion Collette cannot guarantee your seat preference. If you have not purchased air through Collette and wish to purchase transfers, you must transfer at our pre-scheduled times. Please be advised, when travelling as part of a group, many airlines do not provide seat assignments. Preferred seating may be available for an additional charge. Federal law forbids carriage of hazardous materials such as aerosols, fireworks, lithium batteries & flammable liquids aboard the aircraft in your checked or carry-on baggage. A violation can result in 5 years imprisonment and penalties of $250,000 or more. Details on prohibited items may be found on TSA s prohibited items web page: TRAVEL PROTECTION: ( ) Yes, I wish to purchase travel protection $240 ( ) No, I decline

8 If you choose not to purchase Collette's Waiver Insurance Plan, you will incur penalties for changes and cancellations. Travel Protection Payment is due with first deposit. The Waiver Fee does not cover any single supplement charges which arise from an individual s traveling companion electing to cancel for any reason prior to departure. The single supplement will be deducted from the refund of the person who cancels. (There is coverage under Part B which includes a single supplement benefit of $1,000 for certain covered reasons. See Part B for details.) ON TOUR ACTIVITIES: Please choose one of the following on tour activities Please Choose One: ( ) Boone Hall ( ) Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: Collette ( ) Check ( ) Credit Card Waiver/Insurance Amount: $ Deposit Amount: $ Total amount enclosed: $ Cardholder Name (if paying by Credit Card): Cardholder Billing Address: Check if address is the same as above Cardholder Phone: Amount: $ Credit Card Number: Expiration Date: M M Y Y SIGNATURE REQUIRED for acceptance of the below conditions and agreement to credit card use: Date: I agree to pay according to the card issuer agreement. I understand and accept the cancellation policy, terms and conditions. See for full terms and conditions of your purchase. Important Conditions: Your price is subject to increase prior to the time you make full payment. Your price is not subject to increase after you make full payment, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes or fees.

9 Please Note: Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. To complete your tour, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing our airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will leave at prescheduled times. Due to flight schedules, a pre-night in Charleston or a post-night in Savannah may be required (at an additional cost). Please inquire at the time of booking. This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days and more leisure time. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs or on uneven walking surfaces should be expected. Please be advised many airlines do not provide advance seat assignments until checkin at the airport. Advance seating will be subject to the airline's terms and conditions. Economy air rate and schedule are applicable for groups of 10 or more traveling on the same flights and dates. A deposit of $500 per person is due upon reservation. If you purchase our Travel Protection Plan, the deposit is only $250 per person plus the cost of the Insurance. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Reservations made after the deposit due date of May 26, 2018 are based upon availability. Final payment due by October 03, Deposits are refundable up until June 02, CST# UBN# Nevada Sellers of Travel Registration No NOTES: For more information visit

10 Rewards Join Travel Loyalty by Collette (TLC) through a simple online process after booking a trip. Once you depart, receive a $150 credit per person towards your next trip! It s our way of rewarding our loyal travelers. Learn more at You Are Protected Travel the world, worry-free with Collette s Travel Protection Plan. If you need to cancel for any reason right up until the day prior to departure, you ll get a full refund (less the cost of the plan). Plus, you are covered on tour. If you have to stop your trip or return home early, need medical assistance or evacuation, suffer a baggage loss or delay, or are delayed on tour for 12 hours or more, you're covered. It s the kind of peace of mind you cannot put a price tag on. Learn more at The Collette Gateway After you make your reservation, we will you an invitation to the Collette Gateway. This online hub allows you to track your travel experience. On your personal profile page, tell us where you ve been; enjoy a countdown to your tour, see information about the destinations you ll visit, connect with fellow travelers, check out popular travel tips and sign up for Travel Loyalty by Collette (TLC). The Gateway makes your travel experience easy and fun. Learn more at gateway.gocollette.com Full credit is valid for travel within 12 months of the original trip. $100 of the credit remains valid for travel within months and the entire credit expires after 24 months.

11 UTSA-Alumni Association 1 Utsa Cir San Antonio, Texas,

162 Middle Street Pawtucket, RI 02860 Phone: 1-800-852-5655 Fax: 1-401-727-9014 If paying by credit card, please complete this form and return to UTSA-Alumni Association.

12 162 Middle Street Pawtucket, RI Phone: Fax: If paying by credit card, please complete this form and return to UTSA-Alumni Association. We can only charge your credit card for the amount noted if the signature, address and phone number are listed below. Thank you! CREDIT CARD AUTHORIZATION FORM BOOKING NUMBER: DEPARTURE DATE: December 2, 2018 TOUR: Southern Charm Holiday GROUP NAME: UTSA-Alumni Association Name of Passenger: Salutation: First Name: Middle Initial: Last Name: Suffix: (Mr., Mrs., Rev.) (Please print as it appears on drivers license) (Jr., Sr.) Cardholder Name: (Please print as it appears on your Credit Card) Cardholder Address: (as it appears on your credit card statement) Cardholder Phone: Credit Card Type: American Express Discover MasterCard Visa Credit Card Number: Expiration Date: Amount to be charged: $ Cardholder s Signature: Date: I agree to pay according to the card issuer agreement. I understand and accept Collette cancellation policy, terms and conditions. Participating credit card companies are now requiring a billing address and phone number for FRAUD PREVENTION. All information MUST be provided. Thank you for your cooperation! If using your credit card for payment, please return this Authorization Form by mail to: UTSA-Alumni Association Attn: Accounts Receivable 162 Middle Street Pawtucket, RI Or by Fax to: (210) Above credit card information has been called in to Collette.

13 162 Middle Street Pawtucket, RI Phone: Fax: BOOKING NUMBER: DEPARTURE DATE: December 2, 2018 TOUR: Southern Charm Holiday GROUP NAME: UTSA-Alumni Association Available Options Personalize your tour by adding an optional activity below. Our recommended options have been carefully chosen to help enhance your individual experience. Complete the provided Prepaid Options Form to reserve your options. Availability is limited and reservations are on a first come, first serve basis. Payment must be received no later than 15 days prior to departure. Prices are subject to change. Children under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult. Savannah, GA Twilight Walking Tour of Bonaventure Cemetery $80 USD This exclusive after-hours tour highlights the best of Savannah's history with a hauntingly beautiful walking tour through the Southern gothic Bonaventure Cemetery. After it closes for the day to the public, you ll follow your expert guide on a walking tour through the tombstones and graves of some of Savannah s most well-known residents. Stories stretch from the present day all the way back to Bonaventure's plantation beginnings in This tour also includes a dinner featuring authentic Southern fare. Duration: Approximately 4.25 hours. Please note a minimum of 10 passengers is required. Transportation is included.

14 TRAVEL DATE: 12/02/2018 TERRITORY: T3 RES#: Southern Charm Holiday For Reservations Contact: Steven Woodall (210) Collette, 162 Middle Street, Pawtucket, RI A deposit of $500 per person is due upon reservation. If you purchase our Travel Protection Plan, the deposit is only $250 per person plus the cost of the Insurance. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Reservations made after the deposit due date of May 26, 2018 are based upon availability. Final payment due by October 03, Deposits are refundable up until June 02, YOUR INFORMATION: Clearly print your full name (first/middle/last) as it appears on your government issued travel documentation. IMPORTANT: In order to avoid any unnecessary change fees, it is imperative that all guest names are entered correctly from the start. The information below must be the legal name and be 100% identical to the ID being used to travel <passport/driver s license> including middle names or suffixes <Jr, Sr>. First: Middle: Last: Suffix: Nickname: Gender: ( ) Male ( ) Female Date of Birth: month day year Address: City: State: Zip Code: Phone: ( ) Cell: ( ) Address: Should you become ill or injured, whom should we contact (not traveling with you): Phone: ( ) ROOMING WITH: Check if address is the same as Passenger #1 First: Middle: Last: Suffix: AIR GATEWAY: Departure airport for this tour: Air Seat Request: ( ) Aisle ( ) Window ( ) Next To Traveling Companion Collette cannot guarantee your seat preference. If you have not purchased air through Collette and wish to purchase transfers, you must transfer at our pre-scheduled times. Please be advised, when travelling as part of a group, many airlines do not provide seat assignments. Preferred seating may be available for an additional charge. Federal law forbids carriage of hazardous materials such as aerosols, fireworks, lithium batteries & flammable liquids aboard the aircraft in your checked or carry-on baggage. A violation can result in 5 years imprisonment and penalties of $250,000 or more. Details on prohibited items may be found on TSA s prohibited items web page: TRAVEL PROTECTION: ( ) Yes, I wish to purchase travel protection $240 ( ) No, I decline If you choose not to purchase Collette's Waiver Insurance Plan, you will incur penalties for changes and cancellations. Travel Protection Payment is due with first deposit. The Waiver Fee does not cover any single supplement charges which arise from an individual s traveling companion electing to cancel for any reason prior to departure. The single supplement will be deducted from the refund of the person who cancels. (There is coverage under Part B which includes a single supplement benefit of $1,000 for certain covered reasons. See Part B for details.) ON TOUR ACTIVITIES: Please choose one of the following on tour activities Please Choose One: ( ) Boone Hall ( ) Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: Collette ( ) Check ( ) Credit Card Waiver/Insurance Amount: $ Deposit Amount: $ Total amount enclosed: $ Cardholder Name (if paying by Credit Card): Cardholder Billing Address: Check if address is the same as above Cardholder Phone: Amount: $ Credit Card Number: Expiration Date: M M Y Y SIGNATURE REQUIRED for acceptance of the below conditions and agreement to credit card use: Date: I agree to pay according to the card issuer agreement. I understand and accept the cancellation policy, terms and conditions. See for full terms and conditions of your purchase. Important Conditions: Your price is subject to increase prior to the time you make full payment. Your price is not subject to increase after you make full payment, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes or fees.

15 162 Middle Street Pawtucket RI Phone: , Fax: TOUR: Southern Charm Holiday DEPARTURE DATE: Dec 02, 2018 GROUP NAME: UTSA-Alumni Association BOOKING NUMBER: AVAILABLE PREPAID OPTIONS Personalize your tour by adding an optional activity below. Our recommended options have been carefully chosen to help enhance your individual experience. Complete the provided Prepaid Options Form to reserve your options. Availability is limited and reservations are on a first come, first served basis. Payment must be received no later than 15 days prior to departure. Prices are subject to change. Children under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult. PASSENGERS NAME: (Please submit a separate form for each passenger) Salutation: First: Middle: Last: Suffix: Nickname: (Mr., Mrs., Rev.) ( Please print EXACTLY as it appears on the government issued travel identification) (Jr., Sr.) Option Price Per Person (USD) Twilight Walking Tour of Bonaventure Cemetery Please make checks payable to Collette and send to: UTSA-Alumni Association Attn: Steven Woodall 162 Middle Street Pawtucket, RI Fax: (210)

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Marianne and Joe Binetti presents Charming Gardens of the South March 24 31, 2019 For more information contact Collette 1-800-581-8942 Refer to booking#901815 8 Days 10 Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners HIGHLIGHTS