Carlson Wagonlit Travel. presents. Heart of the South

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1 Carlson Wagonlit Travel presents Heart of the South Part of the proceeds benefitting the BC Produce Marketing Association Mix It Up for Better Health Program! October 6 13, 2013 $ 50 For more information contact Maralynne Beatty Carlson Wagonlit Travel (604) mara@holidaytrips.ca

2 8 Days 11 Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners BOOK NOW see please note section for details Double $2,499 * Single $2,969; Triple $2,469 Regular rates: Double $2,549 Single $3,019; Triple $2,519 $ 50 Included in Price: Round Trip Air from Vancouver and Hotel Transfers Not included in price: Air Taxes and Fees/Fuel Surcharges of $150 per person (subject to increase until paid in full) and Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $190 per person * All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change

3 HIGHLIGHTS French Quartre, Court of Two Sisters, Baton Rouge, Natchez, McIlhenny Company Tabasco Factory Tour, Martin Accordions, Cajun Entertainment, Vermilionville, Bayou Cruise, Cajun Cooking School Day 1: Sunday, October 6, 2013 New Orleans, Louisiana - Tour Begins Welcome to America s most inviting cultural region. Take some time to acquaint yourself with the city that has given us great music and incredible food: the Jazz Capital of the World, New Orleans. Day 2: Monday, October 7, 2013 New Orleans This morning, enjoy a panoramic tour of New Orleans with a local guide. Begin along historic Esplanade Avenue. See St. Louis Cemetery #3 which opened in 1854 and holds some of the most elaborate crypts found in the city s cemeteries. Then, relax during a drive along the shoreline of Lake Pontchartrain. This romantic road eventually leads to St. Charles Avenue, whisking you past gorgeous mansions as well as Tulane and Loyola, two world-famous universities. Return to the French Quartre this afternoon. Tonight, enjoy an elegant dinner at the Court of Two Sisters, one of New Orleans most famous restaurants. (B, D) Day 3: Tuesday, October 8, 2013 French Quartre Enjoy a walking tour of the famous French Quartre. Stroll past the majestic St. Louis Cathedral, one of the city s most recognizable landmarks. Continue on to the bustling French Marketplace and explore Pirates Alley, the Cabildo, the Presbytere and the Pontalba. Complete your tour with a stop to taste a true New Orleans favourite - beignets at Café Du Monde. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure to discover the Big Easy your way. (B) Day 4: Wednesday, October 9, 2013 New Orleans - Baton Rouge - Natchez, Mississippi This morning you travel to Baton Rouge, the capital of Louisiana. Enjoy a guided tour of the Louisiana Province Capitol Building and learn about the province s most influential political figure, Governor Huey Long. Hear the stories and legends from the time of his governorship and witness the location of his untimely assassination at the Province House. Later, continue to Natchez. This small city, resting on a bluff high above the Mississippi River, personifies the grace and elegance of the South with its

4 preserved antebellum mansions. Tour Stanton Hall, former home of planter and cotton broker Frederick Stanton. This evening you are invited to dinner at Lansdowne House, a privately-owned antebellum plantation home. (B, D) Day 5: Thursday, October 10, 2013 Natchez Learn about the rich history of Natchez as a local guide takes you on a captivating tour of this pre-civil War town. Tour Longwood, an impressive octagonal mansion that today remains unfinished. Construction began shortly before the Civil War and the interior was never completed. Marvel at the beautiful design and imagine the grandeur of what could have been. Experience a taste of the southern lifestyle as you spend the balance of the day at leisure in Natchez. (B) Day 6: Friday, October 11, 2013 Natchez - Avery Island, Louisiana - Lafayette Journey to Avery Island, home of the McIlhenny Company s Tabasco Pepper Sauce Factory. Enjoy a guided tour of the factory* and see where this famous sauce is produced and packaged. Later, continue on to Lafayette, the heart of Cajun Country. Visit Martin Accordions, a family-owned accordion shop. Learn about this intricate craft and listen as the Martin family band entertains you with music and stories. This evening, enjoy dinner at Pont Breaux s Cajun Restaurant, featuring that famous Cajun cooking and live entertainment. (B, D) Day 7: Saturday, October 12, 2013 Cajun Country Today, immerse yourself in the Cajun culture. Begin at the Acadian Cultural Centre at Jean Lafitte National Park for an introduction to the history and culture of Cajun Country. Next, visit Vermilionville, a 23-acre living history museum and folklife park showcasing the Cajun and Creole heritages. Later, cruise along the eerie bayous and through the Atchafalaya Basin no trip to Cajun Country would be complete without seeing the swamp! This evening, join your fellow travellers for a spectacular farewell dinner and a lesson in Cajun cuisine at the Accidental Chef Cooking School. Sit back and enjoy the show as the chefs share stories about local life while teaching you the secrets behind some of the delicious regional dishes. (B, D) Day 8: Sunday, October 13, 2013 Lafayette - New Orleans - Tour Ends Return to the New Orleans airport and head home with a new appreciation of the South. (B)

5 ITINERARY AT A GLANCE Days 1 3 Four Points by Sheraton French Quartre, New Orleans,Louisiana Days 4, 5 Days 6, 7 Natchez Grand Hotel, Natchez,Mississippi Hilton Lafayette, Lafayette,Louisiana On some dates alternate hotels may be used. PLEASE NOTE: Book Now rates valid until Apr 06, 2013, valid on air inclusive packages only. To complete your holiday, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing Collette 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 pre-scheduled times. *Tabasco Pepper Sauce bottling takes place Monday-Thursday only. Although the factory will not be bottling sauce during our visit, guided tours of the factory will still take place. Due to tour scheduling, return flights should not be booked prior to 1:00 PM. 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. Air rate and schedule are applicable for groups of 10 or more traveling on the same flights and dates. NOTES: For important reservation information visit You can also find this information on your tour documents.

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7 Heart of the South RES#: TRAVEL DATE: 10/06/2013 TERRITORY: C5 For Reservations Contact: Maralynne Beatty (604) Carlson Wagonlit Travel, 635 6th Street, New Westminster, BC V3L 3C1 First deposit of $250 per person due upon reservation. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Reservations made after the seat reduction date of May 6, 2013 are based upon availability. Final payment due by August 7, The waiver insurance fees are fully refundable up to May 6, YOUR INFORMATION: Clearly print your full name (first/middle/last) as it appears on your government issued travel documentation. First: Middle: Last: Suffix: Address: City: Province: Postal Code: Phone: ( ) Cell: ( ) Address: Gender: ( ) Male ( ) Female Date of Birth: (dd/mm/yy) Passport Number: Expiration Date: Date of Issuance: City, Province, Country of Issuance: Citizenship: Emergency Contact: Phone:( ) ROOMING WITH: First: Middle: Last: Suffix: AIR GATEWAY: Departure airport for this tour: Air Seat Request: ( ) Aisle ( ) Window ( ) Next To Travelling Companion Collette Vacations cannot guarantee your seat preference. If you have not purchased air through Collette Vacations and wish to purchase transfers, you must transfer at our pre-scheduled times. AIR UPGRADE: I am interested in purchasing an air upgrade to business or first class ( ) Yes ( ) No Are you willing to separate from the group air schedule to accommodate your upgrade request? ( ) Yes ( ) No TRAVEL PROTECTION: ( ) Yes, I wish to purchase travel protection $190 ( ) 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 insurance fees do not cover any single supplement charges which arise from an individual s travelling companion electing to cancel for any reason prior to departure. In this case, the single supplement will be deducted from the refund of the person who cancels. PLEASE MAKE CHEQUES PAYABLE TO: Carlson Wagonlit Travel ( ) Cheque ( ) Credit Card Waiver/Insurance Amount: $ Deposit Amount: $ Total amount enclosed: $ Cardholder Name: Cardholder Address: Cardholder Phone: Expiration Date: Credit Card Number: Amount charged: $ 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. SIGNATURE REQUIRED for acceptance of the above conditions and agreement to credit card use: Date: I understand and accept Collette Vacations cancellation policy, terms and conditions. If paying by credit card, I agree to pay according to the card issuer agreement.

8 Carlson Wagonlit Travel 635 6th Street New Westminster, British Columbia, V3L 3C1 For more information contact Maralynne Beatty Carlson Wagonlit Travel (604)

9 BOOKING NUMBER: DEPARTURE DATE: October 6, Queen Street South Mississauga, ON L5M 1K3 Phone: Fax: TOUR: Heart of the South A journey through New Orleans, Natchez and Lafayette GROUP NAME: Carlson Wagonlit Travel Available Options Personalise 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. New Orleans, LA Mississippi River Cruise and Lunch $65 CAD This afternoon, enjoy a lunch at a waterfront restaurant. Admire views of the Mississippi River as you dine on local favorites, such as boiled crawfish, shrimp étoufée, or even a po boy sandwich. After lunch, board the paddlewheeler Creole Queen for a relaxing cruise. Pass the French Quartre and the Port of New Orleans while enjoying live narration of the sights and history by the ship s captain. Arrive at Chalmette Battlefield, the site of the Battle of New Orleans that took place during the War of Learn about General Andrew Jackson s heroic victory over the British forces during a park ranger talk. Spend time exploring the battlefield, National Cemetery and Malus-Beauregard House before your return cruise to New Orleans. Duration: Approximately 4.5 hours. Please note a minimum of 15 passengers is required. Transportation is included.

10 40 Queen Street South Mississauga ON L5M 1K3 Phone: , Fax: TOUR: Heart of the South A journey through New Orleans, Natchez and DEPARTURE DATE: Oct 06, 2013 Lafayette GROUP NAME: Carlson Wagonlit Travel BOOKING NUMBER: AVAILABLE PREPAID OPTIONS Personalise 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 Passport) (Jr., Sr.) Price Per Person Option (CAD) Mississippi River Cruise and Lunch Please make cheques payable to Carlson Wagonlit Travel and send to: Carlson Wagonlit Travel Attn: Maralynne Beatty 635 6th Street New Westminster, BC V3L 3C1 Fax: (604)