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Over nine days, visit four countries-Hungary, Slovakia, Austria and Germany. This cruise will take you into the heart of some of the most breathtaking scenery in Europe. Our itinerary will transport us into the resurgent nations of Central Europe, with calls in the splendid cities of Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Dürnstein, Melk, Passau, Regensburg and Nuremberg. Since we'll be traveling aboard a luxurious river boat, we'll need to unpack only once as we enjoy the unfolding views of the beautiful Danube from the comfort of our spacious cabins. Come join us for this amazing Blue Danube Adventure! YOUR SPACE SHIP: Laidback elegance and relaxing luxuries are paramount features of the MS Scenic Crystal or MS Scenic Pearl. Enjoy panoramic views of Europe as you walk the outdoor track on the Sun Deck; or, for amore intimate experience, relax on your private balcony. Gourmet meals with wine are available each day in the dining room or on selected evenings in Portobello's, an exclusive Italian restaurant. You can also enjoy coffee and tea, which are available all day. Each cabin and suite boasts a superior queen bed and other amenities, including a flat screen television and minibar. After a full day of touring, relax to live piano music in the ship's lounge. Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce presents: Blue Danube Adventure Budapest & Nuremberg October 20-28, 2013 Nine days, seven nights Including Cruise, Meals & Airfare from Orlando For Reservations and Details: E-mail: [email protected] Telephone: (863) 688-8551 Ext 228 9 Days from $3,399 From ORL Sponsored by: In partnership with:

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Over nine days, visit four countries-Hungary, Slovakia, Austria and Germany. This cruise will take you into the heart of some of the most breathtaking scenery in Europe. Our itinerary will transport us into the resurgent nations of Central Europe, with calls in the splendid cities of Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Dürnstein, Melk, Passau, Regensburg and Nuremberg. Since we'll be traveling aboard a luxurious river boat, we'll need to unpack only once as we enjoy the unfolding views of the beautiful Danube from the comfort of our spacious cabins. Come join us for this amazing Blue Danube Adventure!

YOUR SPACE SHIP: Laidback elegance and relaxing luxuries are paramount features of the MS Scenic Crystal or MS Scenic Pearl. Enjoy panoramic views of Europe as you walk the outdoor track on the Sun Deck; or, for amore intimate experience, relax on your private balcony. Gourmet meals with wine are available each day in the dining room or on selected evenings in Portobello's, an exclusive Italian restaurant. You can also enjoy coffee and tea, which are available all day. Each cabin and suite boasts a superior queen bed and other amenities, including a flat screen television and minibar. After a full day of touring, relax to live piano music in the ship's lounge.

Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce presents:

Blue Danube Adventure Budapest & Nuremberg

October 20-28, 2013 Nine days, seven nights Including Cruise, Meals & Airfare from Orlando

For Reservations and Details: E-mail: [email protected] Telephone: (863) 688-8551 Ext 228

9 Days from

$3,399

From ORL

Sponsored by: In partnership with:

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Included Features:

• Round-trip air transportation from Orlando (ORL). Fuel surcharges and air taxes are included (valid at time of printing). • Transfers from airport to the riverboat and from riverboat to the airport with luggage handling for one checked bag per person. • Services of a professional cruise director throughout the program. • Luxurious accommodations for seven nights on the MS Scenic Crystal or similar, inclusive of port charges. • Daily gourmet meals onboard: a rich buffet breakfast, a festive lunch buffet, afternoon tea & coffee with cake, cookies and sandwiches

and a multi-course dinner with free flowing red and white wine from the local regions, beer or soft drinks. Selection of wines and spirits are also available at additional cost. Free coffee and tea are included all day.

• Free Wi-Fi • 5* butler service for all Upper Danube Deck Cabins • Access to the exclusive Portobellos fine Italian restaurant (by reservation only). • Applicable entrance fees, admission charges. • Welcome drink upon arrival. • Nightly piano music. • Deluxe air-conditioned motor coach transportation for all transfers, tours and guided excursions. • Daily shore excursion program (outlined and included in the itinerary) during the cruise with local English-speaking guides in Budapest,

Bratislava, Melk Abbey, Passau, Vienna. The use of our Guide System headsets is also included at no additional cost. • Optional tour excursions to Salzburg, Vienna and Mozart concert available at an additional cost. • Optional 3-night Prague extension in a 4 star centrally located hotel including a guided tour of Prague

Note: Onboard currency is the Euro. Not Included: Crew Gratuity recommended at around $10 per person per day, consumption at bar and Wellness Center, Personal Expenses etc.

NET Pricing: The pricing below is double occupancy per person, chartering the vessel (minimum of 100 passengers), based on the cabin of your choice per person. Cat E $3,399 per person, Cat D $3,599 per person, Cat C or BA $3,999 per person, Cat BB or BD $4,299 per person, Cat A or PA $4,699 per person, Cat PP or PD $4,999 per person, Cat BJ $5,299 per person, Cat RJ $5,599 per person, Cat R or RA $5,999 per person and Cat RS $6,199 per person. Call us for our Single Supplement pricing. All taxes and fuel surcharges are included and correct at the time of printing but subject to change. The price does not include beverages except of the ones mentioned above, shore excursions-that might be offered in addition to our daily included shore excursion program, tips for guides/drivers and onboard SCENIC staff such as maid, waiter, and maitre D’, Wellness - spa center, airline luggage overage fees, passports fees, visas as well as items of a personal nature.

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Day by Day Itinerary (Subject to change) Day 1: October 20, 2013 - Depart the USA: Depart Orlando (ORL) for Budapest, Hungary. Day 2: October 21, 2013 – Budapest (D): Welcome to Budapest, one of Eastern Europe's most ancient cites. A Jet Vacations Representative will personally greet you and arrange your transfer* to your luxury Scenic 'Space-Ship'. On board be warmly welcomed by your dedicated crew. After unpacking for the start of your 7 nights voyage, join your fellow travellers for a Welcome Cocktail in the lounge. (Dinner) Day 3: October 22, 2013 - Budapest – Bratislava (FB,L,D): This morning, your sightseeing tour takes you to historic Buda Castle from where you can enjoy a splendid view of the twin cities of Buda and Pest spread over both banks of the River. Your tour also features the distinctive Fisherman's Bastion, the Royal Palace and SI. Matthias Church, which is officially known as The Church of Our Lady and has a long and illustrious history. Afterward, your afternoon is free to explore on your own. Enjoy dinner onboard and in the evening The MS Scenic Crystal or Pearl will sail for Bratislava. As we leave Budapest you will have a chance to see Budapest landmarks such as The Chain Link Bridge and Parliament illuminated at night, a breathtaking sight. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Day 4: October 23, 2013 – Bratislava - Vienna (FB,L,D): Wake up this morning in Bratislava, capital of the Slovak Republic. This morning enjoy a walking tour of the city's major sights, including the Old Town Hall, the stunning Mirbach Palace and Gothic St. Martin's Cathedral. Later, there is time to explore on your own, before cruising the Danube enroute to Vienna. Evening in Vienna on your own. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 5: October 24, 2013 - Vienna (FB,L,D): Vienna is a timeless Austrian city which combines beauty and charm with culture, style and sophistication. Enjoy a guided half-day city tour followed by free time in the city center. You will see the Ringstrasse known for such magnificent buildings as the Museum of Applied Arts, the State Opera House, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Natural History. You will also take a walking tour of St. Stephen's Cathedral. You will have free time to stroll along the main shopping street in Vienna, the Karntnerstrasse, or sample some coffee and pastries in one of Vienna's world-famous coffeehouses. Tonight, enjoy an optional tour to see a Mozart concert with included dinner (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 6: October 25, 2013 - Dürnstein - Melk Abbey (FB,L,D): In the morning arrive in Dürnstein, where you will have time to explore this lovely town on your own. You will marvel at the magnificent blue façade of the baroque Stiftskirche. Above town you'll spot the ruins of the castle where Richard the Lionheart, King of England, was imprisoned in 1192. Your walking tour through medieval cobblestone streets reveals 16th-century town houses and wine taverns. Afterwards, you will return to the ship and set sail to Melk Abbey location of the famous Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe's largest baroque monasteries, which you will tour today. The Benedictine Abbey, located on the banks of the Danube River between Salzburg and Vienna, stands crowned by towers and is resplendent in a golden hue. Enjoy an Organ concert. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 7: October 26, 2013 - Passau (FB,L,D): Arrive in Passau and disembark for a guided city tour which takes you on an in-depth exploration of this fairy-tale city founded more than 2,000 years ago. Situated at the confluence of the rivers Danube, Inn and llz, Passau is known worldwide as "The Three Rivers City". Passau with its unique charm and its atmosphere is one of the most beautiful and spectacular German cities on the Danube. On this day, as a substitution for Passau excursions, you will be able to take an optional tour to Salzburg, the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. If you have seen the movie The Sound of Music, you may already be familiar with Salzburg, though nothing surpasses experiencing this picturesque Austrian city firsthand. Admittedly, it is difficult not to burst into song when you're walking along the Salzach River, or climbing up to the Hohensalzburg fortress, which looms over the city, but there is a lot more to this compact, courtly city than the Julie Andrews film (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 8: October 27, 2013 – Regensburg (FB,L,D): This morning’s scenic cruising takes you through the final stretch of the Main-Danube Canal and arrives in Regensburg, one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities. A guided walking tour will show you the city’s architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria, gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. On this day, enjoy a Bavarian tour with sausages tasting. Afternoon sailing on to Nuremberg (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 9: October 28, 2013 - Nuremberg (FB): This Morning you will be transferred* by your Jet Vacations Representative to Munich Airport for your onward or homebound flight or to your post extension to Prague. If you purchased the optional extension to Prague, you will experience a morning World War II” tour, which focuses on Nuremberg during the time of the Third Reich. Designated the City of the Reichsparteitage (Nazi Party Rallies), you will visit the Zeppelin Field where Hitler once held his Nazi rallies, the Coliseum, and the Justice Palace courtroom where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946 (when available), then transfer by deluxe coach to your Hotel in Prague for your 3 night post stay. END OF SERVICES

3 NIGHT OPTIONAL PRAGUE EXTENSION: NET $799 per person in double occupancy I NET $249 single supplement including a full-day tour of Prague.

Day 9: October 28, 2013 – Nuremberg - Prague (FB): After breakfast experience a morning World War II” tour, which focuses on Nuremberg during the time of the Third Reich. Designated the City of the Reichsparteitage (Nazi Party Rallies), you will visit the Zeppelin Field where Hitler once held his Nazi rallies, the Coliseum, and the Justice Palace courtroom where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946 (when available). Museum visit on your own then transfer by deluxe coach to your Hotel in Prague. Day 10: October 29, 2013 –Prague (FB): Breakfast – Full Day tour of Prague Day 11: October 30, 2013 – Prague (FB): Breakfast – Full day at leisure Day 12: October 31, 2013 – Departure day (FB): After Breakfast, pick up at your hotel in Prague and transfer to the Prague airport for your flight back to the US.

Day-By-Day Itinerary

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LAKELAND AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - BLUE DANUBE ADVENTURE – October 20 to 28, 2013 PLEASE PRINT— NAMES MUST BE LISTED AS THEY APPEAR ON YOUR PASSPORT

Passenger 1: __________________ __________________ ______________ Date of Birth:_____________M / F First Name Middle Name Last Name

Passport #: _________________ Country of Issue: ______ Date issued: __________ Expiration date: __________ Passenger 2: __________________ __________________ ______________ Date of Birth:_____________M / F

First Name Middle Name Last Name

Passport #: __________________ Country of Issue: ______ Date issued: __________ Expiration date: __________ Street Address _____________________________________________________________________ City _______________________________ State __________________ Zip ___________________ Email Address: ______________________ Home Ph # ________________ Business/Cell Ph# ______________

□ Please reserve me in a single room at a supplement (Call us for Single supplement pricing - limited availability)

I am rooming with: ________________________________ I am traveling with: __________________________ Notes (Cabin Category, optional tours, diet): ______________________________________________________________________

□ Land only option (Deduct $1000 per person) Note: Transfers not included. □Prague Extension (Add $799DBL or $799+$249SGL per

person)

□ Mozart concert with dinner optional tour – day 5 (Add NET $175 per person ) □Salzburg optional tour –day 7(Add NET $110 per person)

PAYMENT METHOD

Credit Card: □ Amex □ Discover □ Visa □ MasterCard □ Check #_______________

Credit Card #_________________________________ Security code # __________ Exp. date:____________ Name that appears on the card: ________________________________ Signature_______________________ I authorize $__________________ to be charged to my card (this equals the deposit plus insurance premium if applicable). Deposit: $600** per person due at reservation to reserve your space. Final payment amount to Jet Vacations (see address below) is due by June 20, 2013. Reservations and cabin availability are based on a first come, first served basis. I have read the schedule of activities and accept and abide to the general terms and conditions as outlined in the Group Master Contract or on our web site.

I want Trip Cancellation & Interruption Insurance □ Yes □ No. Insurance cost for travel packages priced between $2,500 and

$3,000 is US$205 per person; from $3001 to $4,000: $272 per person; from $4,001 to $5,000: $342 per person; from $5,001 to $6,000: $408 per person and from $6,001 to $7,000: $475 per person. Insurance premium has to be purchased within 5 days of booking. You understand that the travel insurance is provided by a third party and that all claims will have to be addressed directly with the Travel Insurance Provider. Make Checks payable to: Jet Vacations LLC, 720 Monroe Street, Suite C414, Hoboken, NJ 07030. For additional information and reservations please contact Jet Vacations by telephone 1-855 JET-0999, fax 212-986-3808 or email: [email protected]. Cancellation Policy: ** 50% of the first deposit is non-refundable. The remaining 50% of the first deposit is refundable until 120 days before departure where it then becomes a Non-Refundable deposit

From booking until 120 days prior departure: 12% penalty of the total amount. From 119 to 90 days prior to departure: 30% penalty of the total amount. From 89 to 60 days prior to departure: 50% penalty of the total amount. From 59 to 31 days prior to departure: 75% penalty of the total amount.

From 30 to day of departure or now-show: 100% of land cost penalty (for group or individual cancellations). Note: A person becoming a single as a result in the roommate’s cancellation must pay the single supplement *** For full Terms and Conditions, please refer to the Master group contract or our web site: JetVacations.com ***