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1 Dear Friends, Thank you for your interest in the Classic Italy Rome, Florence & Venice tour. This fabulous tour will be hosted by Sam Dick, News Anchor. The October 8 16, 2016 departure has limited space available! Additional Departure Date: Due to the tremendous interest in this tour, we have scheduled an additional departure, September 28 October 6, This additional date features roundtrip airfare from Lexington. The itineraries are identical and the tour will be accompanied by a professional Holiday Vacations Tour Director. Sam Dick will only host the October 8 th tour. You'll appreciate these included Holiday Vacations Extra Value Features: Roundtrip transportation from Lexington to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport Roundtrip airfare to Milan, with return from Rome Excellent hotel accommodations featuring multiple overnight stays in Padua, Florence and Rome Italian highlights including a gondola ride in Venice, Duomo-Santa Maria del Fiore, and a tour of the Colosseum Intriguing attractions including the Grand Canal, Michelangelo s David, the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter s Square, Roman Forum and Trevi Fountain 12 excellent meals featuring local wine with each dinner A professional Holiday Vacations Tour Director who will accompany you throughout the tour Expert European Driver/Guides for our tours and sightseeing Guaranteed prices upon receipt of your deposit $100 Travel Voucher for use on a future Holiday Vacations tour There's no better way to experience the charming countryside of Tuscany, artistic treasures of Florence and historical sites of Rome than with Holiday Vacations. Our 43 years of experience and dedication to personalized service will assure you that this 9-day tour will exceed your expectations. Holiday Vacations' inclusive attractions, sightseeing, many meals and all accommodations as listed in our tour itineraries offer our guests extraordinary value. Due to the tremendous interest, we anticipate this tour to sell out quickly - book today! A risk-free deposit of only $200 will reserve your space and is fully refundable prior to final payment date. We look forward to having you travel with us! Sincerely, Courtney Nelson Tour Consultant Manager Holiday Vacations

2 Italy days All airfare included! Classic Rome, Florence October 8-16, 2016 & venice with host Sam dick, News Anchor Local Departure Low Deposit Guaranteed prices

3 Sam dick Sam has been a mainstay on WKYT's airwaves for decades. He started as a reporter in 1979, and it wasn't long before he made the move to co-host of PM Magazine. After PM Magazine, Sam took his storytelling to New York and worked as a general assignment reporter for WCBS. Later, he went to Orlando and specialized in health, consumer, and investigative reporting at WESH. Then one day the phone rang. WKYT General Manager Ralph Gabbard had an opening on the anchor desk. "I was thrilled at the opportunity. I felt like I had tasted the larger markets, but Lexington was home." Sam started his second stint at WKYT in 1987 and has been there ever since. Sam is the winner of numerous awards including five regional Emmy Awards and two regional Edward R. Murrow Awards. He is also an Eagle Scout. Sam has been married to the love of his life, Noelle, for over 20 years. He has three grown children. Join Sam and WKYT viewers on this wonderful adventure to Italy. Milan I T Florence MEDITER R ANEAN SE A A L 2 Y San Gimignano 3 2 T USC A N Y Rome Padua Venice Motorcoach Flights # of Overnights Italy Classic Rome, Florence & venice October 8-16, 2016 Additional dates may be available Discover the charming countryside of Tuscany, artistic treasures of Florence and historical sites of Rome. Day 1: ciao italia! Our wonderful Italian vacation begins with an overnight flight to Milan. Day 2: discover padua Upon arrival in Milan, we re greeted by our knowledgeable Italian Guide and Driver. We ll enjoy breathtaking views of the rolling countryside as we drive through one of northern Italy s most scenic regions. Later, we arrive at our accommodations for the next two evenings. We find ourselves in the heart of this historic city known for its beauty, world-renowned university and as the setting for Shakespeare s St. Peter's Basilica Taming of the Shrew. Our evening concludes with a WKYT Welcome Dinner. D Day 3: Visit venice We ll enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast before starting our journey to Venice. Renowned for its beauty, Venice is the only city in the world constructed entirely on water. We ll begin at the city s centerpiece, the Piazza San Marco. There we discover the Basilica di San Marco, one of the best-known examples of Byzantine architecture and Doge s Palace, the former royal residence. This afternoon offers time to explore the restaurants and shops of the city. We then experience a special treat, a gondola ride on Venice s charming waterways. See the Bridge of Sighs, where legend says you will be granted eternal love if you kiss underneath, and travel the Grand Canal, the main hub of the city. An included dinner completes our day in the Floating City. B,D Day 4: Tour tuscany We depart this morning for the Tuscany region and cross the Apennine Mountains. We ll stop today in Ferrara, filled with elegant palaces dating back to the 14th and 15th centuries; it has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We arrive this evening in the Tuscan Countryside historic city of Florence, where we ll enjoy this wonderful city for the next two nights. Dinner this evening is included; we ll discover the tastes that make this region famous. B,D Day 5: explore florence Today we tour Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance and home to many of the world s greatest artistic treasures. Visit the Galleria dell Accademia and view incredible works including Michelangelo s famous David statue. We ll take in the Duomo, the largest brick dome ever constructed and gaze upon Ghiberti s famous bronze doors of the Baptistery, often referred to as the Gates of Paradise. We ll enjoy time on our own this afternoon to visit the shops of the Ponte Vecchio, a famous covered bridge housing many local vendors. Discover the museums of the area or enjoy a fresh gelato, traditional Italian-style ice cream. To truly take in the city s beauty, we ll conclude our day with a scenic illuminated walk among the historic architecture of the Piazza del Signoria. B Day 6: san Gimignano Enjoy one of the iconic views of Florence from the Piazzale Michelangelo before departing for our drive through Tuscany. Soak in the picturesque groves of olive trees and vineyards of grapevines as we travel south. We ll Keyword: wkyt stop in the medieval hilltop town of San Gimignano, a spectacular walled town dotted with 14 magnificent towers. Tonight, we arrive in the eternal city of Rome and check into our hotel for the next three nights. A scrumptious local dinner is included this evening. B,D Day 7: vatican & the sistine chapel Our day begins with a guided tour of the famous Vatican Museums, featuring some of the most renowned classical sculptures and Renaissance art in the world. We ll explore the over fifty plus galleries culminating with the famous Sistine Chapel. Truly a magnificent sight to behold, the iconic ceiling fresco was painted by Michelangelo. Our visit to Vatican City continues with a special tour of St. Peter s Basilica, one of the most extraordinary churches in the world and home to the Catholic Church. Discover the immense history and relics including the Altar of the Sacred Heart, the Chair of Saint Peter and Michelangelo s Piéta. Take time at your leisure this afternoon and evening to see Saint Peter s Square, climb the Spanish Steps, visit the Pantheon or explore the statues and cafes of Piazza Navona. B Day 8: ancient Rome Discover the fascinating sights and landmarks of ancient Rome today. We ll visit one of the iconic monuments of the Roman Empire, The Colosseum, which is the largest amphitheatre in the world. Learn about the many uses of this famous arena and walk the same steps of the ancient gladiators. We ll then tour the Roman Forum, once the governmental and financial center of the city and home today to several of the best preserved pieces of architecture including the Temple of Jupiter. We complete our tour today with the stunning Trevi Fountain. Completed in 1762, it is one of the most famous fountains in the world and according to legend, tossing a coin into the fountain is said to ensure a return visit. Tonight we gather for a special Holiday Vacations Farewell Dinner with musical entertainment to celebrate our wonderful Italian adventure. B,D Day 9: arrivederci italia After an included breakfast, we travel home with fond memories. B YOUR holiday VACATIONS experience INCLUDES All airfare All fuel surcharges, government fees, airport & departure taxes (minimum value of $735 per person) Holiday Vacations Tour Director Experienced European Guide Motorcoach and professional Driver All accommodations Baggage handling at hotels $100 travel voucher for a future Holiday Vacations tour 12 Excellent Meals Featuring WKYT Welcome Dinner Daily European breakfast Local wine with each dinner Holiday Vacations Farewell Dinner with live entertainment B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner All Accommodations Featuring 2 nights in Padua 2 nights in Florence 3 nights in Rome Attractions & Highlights St. Mark s Square & Grand Canal Doge s Palace & The Bridge of Sighs Gondola ride in Venice Florence city tour Michelangelo s David Galleria dell Accademia The Duomo-Santa Maria del Fiore San Gimignano (Tuscan hilltop town) Sistine Chapel Michelangelo s Piéta St. Peter s Square & Basilica The Vatican The Colosseum Roman Forum Arch of Constantine Trevi Fountain Price Per Person ALL AIRFARE INCLUDED! Double...$5199 per person Single per person Triple subject to availability A valid U.S. passport is required for all U.S. citizens. Passport cards and enhanced driver's licenses are NOT acceptable. Deposit: $200 per person Final Payment: July 6, 2016 Full refund 96 days prior to departure Guaranteed Price: Your price is guaranteed upon receipt of your deposit.

4 Featured Attractions Venice - Gondola Ride While exploring one of the most celebrated travel destinations in the world, we will have the opportunity to board a gondola and cruise the splendid waterways of Venice's Grand Canal, the main hub of the city. Our gondolier will expertly guide us through a maze of canals as we glide by the city's amazing classical architecture and art. Florence - Duomo Known as Basilica of Saint Mary of the Flower, this incredible church possesses the largest brick dome ever constructed and currently is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in the famous Plaza del Duomo, we ll see the amazing doors of the Baptistery, dubbed by Michelangelo as the Gates of Heaven. RESERVATIONs require a $200 per person deposit Rome - Colosseum Standing as the largest amphitheater from the Roman Empire, we ll visit this iconic landmark of imperial Rome. Now recognized as one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, we ll learn the fantastic history of this venue, tour its museum exhibits and explore the grounds the ancient gladiators walked. Printed in the U.S.A. Holiday Travel, Inc. SPACE FILLS QUICKLY, BOOK TODAY! For more information, to make a reservation, or to refer a friend, please call: Henry Ave. P.O. Box 87 Eau Claire, WI Final payment is due July 6, 2016 Your tour is fully refundable up to 96 days prior to departure. Thank You! Departure Point: LExington Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa 1800 Newtown Pike Transportation provided to/from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport B16WKYTIT Printed on recycled paper containing post-consumer waste.

5 FREE TRAVEL SHOWS Holiday Vacations invites you to attend an informative travel show featuring the Classic Italy Rome, Florence & Venice tour, October 8 16, This fabulous tour will be hosted by Sam Dick, News Anchor. Lexington Tuesday, February 23 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 1780 Sharkey Way 10 a.m., 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. Frankfort Wednesday, February 24 Best Western Parkside Inn 80 Chanault Rd. 10 a.m., 2 p.m., & 7 p.m.

6 Guaranteed Prices Holiday Vacations published tour prices are based on the rates known at the time of publication and are expected to be in effect at the time of departure. Once we have received your deposit, your price is guaranteed, and any subsequent price increase is at our expense. Reservations Make reservations well in advance. Space requested by phone will be held for five business days, pending receipt of the required deposit by mail, telephone or in person. Reservations made after the indicated final payment due date must be paid in full at the time of reservation. A Deposit Of $200 Per Person A deposit must accompany all reservation requests. Personal check, money order, Discover, MasterCard or VISA are acceptable forms of payment. The deposit is fully refundable prior to the final payment due date. Final Payment A balance due date and amount will be indicated on your tour invoice deposit receipt. We accept credit cards but appreciate final payments to be made by check or money order. Special Requests Individual requests must be made when booking. Requests for (non) smoking, special dietary needs, and adjoining, handicap accessible or other room types are subject to confirmation and cannot be guaranteed. Surcharges Included Tour prices are guaranteed and include airfare, federal taxes, airport security charges, airline segment fees, airport passenger facility charges and fuel surcharges, if applicable. International airfare also includes applicable airport fees and taxes assessed by individual countries. Airline luggage fees are an additional charge and are payable directly to the airlines at check-in. GENERAL INFORMATION Hazardous Materials Federal law forbids the carriage of hazardous materials aboard aircraft in your luggage or on your person. A violation can result in five years imprisonment and penalties of $250,000 or more (49 U.S.C. 5124). Hazardous materials include explosives, compressed gases, flammable liquids and solids, oxidizers, poisons, corrosives and radioactive materials. Examples: Paints, lighter fluid, fireworks, tear gases, oxygen bottles, and radio-pharmaceuticals. There are special exceptions for small quantities (up to 70 ounces total) of medicinal and toilet articles carried in your luggage and certain smoking materials carried on your person. For further information contact Holiday Vacations or visit faa.gov. Airport Departure Cities Departure cities are subject to change due to limited or discontinued airline service. The availability of airline seats may be limited from each departure city. Holiday Vacations reserves the right to provide ground transportation to or from a larger or alternate airport. Departure From Cities Not Listed You may request a departure from a city not listed. Holiday s air department will determine the feasibility of your request and advise you of any additional cost, if applicable. Land Only Price You may request a land only price. If the tour is purchased as land only, it will be your responsibility to meet the group at the arrival airport at the time designated by Holiday Vacations. If you prefer, you can join the tour at the first night s hotel. Taxi or other airport transfer costs are not included for independent arrival or departure. CANCELLATION FEES Should you cancel your tour reservations for any reason, the following cancellation fees will apply: Motorcoach Tours (no flights) Notice received Cancellation fee Prior to final payment date Full refund Final payment date to 31 days prior to departure date $ days to 48 hours prior to departure date 25% of tour price Less than 48 hours prior to departure or after tour departure 100% of tour price Air Tours Canada & Lower 48 U.S. Notice received Cancellation fee Prior to final payment date Full refund Final payment date to 35 days prior to departure date 25% of tour price 34 days to 48 hours prior to departure date 50% of tour price Less than 48 hours prior to departure or after tour departure 100% of tour price International & Cruise Tours, Alaska, Rail, Hawaii Notice received Cancellation fee Prior to final payment date Full refund Final payment date to 46 days prior to departure date 25% of tour price 45 days to 8 days prior to departure date 50% of tour price 7 days or less to departure or after tour departure 100% of tour price Note: If you are sharing a room and your partner cancels or leaves the tour en route, you will be responsible for the difference between the double and single accommodations tour price. Airline Seating Seat assignments are controlled by the airline. We will no longer solicit requests and seating cannot be guaranteed by Holiday Vacations. Award Miles Please be advised that some commercial airlines offer reduced award miles to travelers booked on a group reservation. Holiday Vacations is happy to submit your frequent flyer number to the airlines, but makes no guarantee that full mileage will be awarded. Tour Participation The ability to perform assorted levels of activity while traveling varies between each individual. Although we welcome your questions regarding the amount of activity on any tour, Holiday Vacations is unable to determine your travel health and fitness level. Please consult your doctor with questions when evaluating your ability to travel. Persons Needing Special Assistance Holiday Vacations does not provide personal attendant services. Any disability requiring special attention should be reported to us at the time you make your reservation. We will make reasonable attempts to accommodate special needs, but we are not responsible for any denial of services by carriers, hotels, restaurants, and other independent suppliers. Travelers requiring extraordinary assistance must be accompanied by a companion who is capable of and totally responsible for providing the necessary assistance. Children On Tour Children traveling on tour must be at least eight years old and accompanied by an adult. Reservation Changes Requests for changes in flight schedules, early or extended hotel stays or for other eligible components of the tour should be made prior to the final payment date. A nonrefundable processing fee of $50 per person will apply for any change requested prior to the final payment date and $100 per person for any change requested on or after the final payment date. These fees are in addition to any costs or penalties from suppliers. Insurance Holiday Vacations recognizes the value and importance of travel insurance for our customers. We offer an optional Travel Protection Plan, which includes accident and sickness coverage, baggage protection, trip interruption and cancellation insurance. An insurance brochure will be sent with your tour invoice deposit receipt or may be requested in advance. For your convenience, the insurance premium is included in the balance

7 due on your tour invoice. Processing fees for a voluntary change in airport departure or for other requested changes are not covered by this insurance. Insurance must be paid for on or before your final payment due date. Solo Travelers Holiday Vacations welcomes solo travelers. We will try to assist in arranging a roommate for any person wishing to share accommodations at the double occupancy tour rate. Should a shared arrangement not be available, the single price applies. Triple & Quad These accommodations are usually in rooms with two double beds. A rollaway bed or cot is subject to availability on a request basis. Reservation Name/Identification The requirement to collect your date of birth, gender and full name as it appears on the government issued photo identification you will use on your tour is federally mandated by the Transportation Security Administration. TSA s privacy policy as well as additional details, can be found at using the keywords Secure Flight. Passport Required (FOR INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL) Your Passport must be valid for 6 months from the end date of your tour. It is Holiday Vacations policy that all tours traveling outside of the United States require a valid U.S. Passport in the form of a Passport book. Passport cards and enhanced driver s licenses are NOT acceptable forms of identification for any Holiday Vacations tour traveling outside of the United States. Tour Documents Tour packets will be mailed at least ten days before your tour departure date. This material includes tour pickup location and time, a tour itinerary, hotel list and luggage tag. Gratuities Tips for all the included features of your tour (baggage handling, included meals, etc.) will be taken care of by your Tour Director. Tips for meals on your own or for other services are at your discretion. Customary tips for the Tour Director & Driver are on a voluntary basis and given individually. Suggested gratuities will be provided with your tour documents. Train Routes & Schedules Please note that train schedules and/or routes are subject to change by railroad passenger services. No liability shall be incurred by Holiday Vacations for subsequent changes to train schedules and/or routes. Cruise Line Charges Additional fees applied by the cruise lines are not included in your tour price. These fees include but are not limited to: daily service charge for cabin & wait staff, specialty restaurant cover charges and optional shore excursions. Photography & Video on Tour Holiday Vacations reserves the right to take photographs and/or videos on any of its tours and to use such records for promotional and/or commercial purposes. Responsibility Tours are arranged and operated by Holiday Travel, Inc., d/b/a Holiday Vacations, 2727 Henry Ave., P.O. Box 87, Eau Claire, WI Holiday Vacations and their agents act only as an agent for such other parties, firms or corporations providing services herein. No liability shall be incurred by Holiday Vacations, their agents, presenters or co-sponsors because of injury, loss, delay or other complication experienced by tour participants. Holiday Vacations reserves the right to correct printing errors, to make any changes or alterations in the printed itineraries, dates, routings, hotels or in included features prior to or during the tour, necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the tour. The hotels used may change without notice. Holiday Vacations reserves the right to accept, decline or retain any person as a participant of these tours. Luggage The cost of checking luggage with the airlines is the responsibility of each guest. This cost, if any, will be charged by the airlines when checking luggage for your flight and is payable directly to the airlines. An excess fee or Height handling charge may be collected by the airlines for each piece over the designated allowance and for oversize or overweight baggage. On tour, each person is allowed one suitcase which will be handled for you at hotels. In addition, you may carry a small bag aboard. Carry-on articles are the responsibility of each person. Carry-ons that do not fit in the overhead compartments may be charged as an additional piece of luggage. Additional pieces of luggage will be handled for you at hotels at a cost of $4 per bag, per day or at the cost specified for some tours. Though every effort will be made to safeguard your baggage, Holiday Vacations accepts no liability for loss or damage. Checked Luggage (Not to exceed 62 total dimensions) Carry-On Purse, Tote, Camera Bag, Backpack (Not to exceed 8 x 14 x 20 ) Length Width United States Tour Operators Association $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program Holiday Vacations, as an Active Member of USTOA, is required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program, the advance payments of Holiday Vacations customers in the unlikely event of Holiday Vacations bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, you should understand that the $1 Million posted by Holiday Vacations may be sufficient to provide only a partial recovery of the advance payments received by Holiday Vacations. More details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program may be obtained by writing to USTOA at 345 Seventh Avenue, Suite 1801, New York, New York 10001, or by to information@ustoa.com or by visiting their website at ALASKA TRAVEL INDUSTRY A S S O C I A T I O N