O'Meara's Classic Spring Tour of Ireland - InterTrav Corporation
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Megan O’Meara Invites You to Join O’Meara’s Classic Spring Tour of Ireland March 30 - April 9, 2020 $3,260 Per Person, Double Occupancy Including Airfare from Chicago This is an exclusive travel program presented by O’Meara’s Irish House and InterTrav Corporation
Day by Day Itinerary Mon., March 30 – CHICAGO/EN ROUTE Sat., April 4 – WESTPORT / GALWAY Today we depart Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport After breakfast this morning, we travel through the on our overnight flight to Dublin, Ireland! (I) rugged yet serene Connemara region. We’re headed to picturesque Kylemore Abbey, a castellated neo-Gothic Tues., March 31 – DUBLIN / DONEGAL mansion occupied by an Irish Benedictine community of After landing at Dublin Airport our Driver/Guide will nuns, where we’ll have an opportunity to walk the abbey welcome us to Ireland. Our day begins as we travel grounds. Then we’re off to Lough Corrib where we’ll northwest across the beautiful Irish countryside. We’ll embark on a narrated cruise of the lake. We’ll have end the day in County Donegal at one of Ireland’s most opportunity to view the abundance of wildlife including renowned castle hotels, Lough Eske, for dinner and birds and hawks, otters, mink, stoat, frogs, bats and much overnight. (I,D) more. You’ll also have the opportunity to enjoy lunch and Wed., April 1 – DONEGAL a drink on board, as well as fabulous views of the world’s Today we’ll explore Donegal’s Wild Atlantic Way, which best castle hotel, Ashford Castle. We’ll end our day of will provide us with an astounding panorama from the travel in the city of Galway, with dinner and overnight at Slieve League Cliffs, which are three times the height of the Galmont Hotel and Spa. (B,D) the Cliffs of Moher. On a clear day you can see right Sun., April 5 – GALWAY across to Sligo and Leitrim and all the way to the After breakfast this morning a ferry will take us across to mountains of the Mayo coast. Then we’ll take our Inishmore, the largest of the three Aran Islands. We’ll adventure north to the Glenveagh National Park and enjoy stunning coastal views, see the seal colony, and Castle. The castle gardens are regarded as one of Ireland's several large prehistoric stone forts, including the Iron outstanding horticultural masterpieces. Next we’ll travel Age promontory fort of Dun Aengus. Protected for to the Grianan of Aileach, a hilltop stone fort dating from centuries by their isolation, the islands today are a 1700 BC, where we’ll enjoy breathtaking views of three bastion of traditional Irish culture - it’s like going back in counties and the rugged Donegal coastline, before time. Afterward we’ll return to our hotel for an afternoon returning to Donegal. (B) and evening at leisure to explore the many pubs and Thurs., April 2 – DONEGAL / WESTPORT shops in Galway. (B) This morning we’ll depart Donegal and travel along the Mon., April 6 – GALWAY / ADARE Wild Atlantic Way. Our first stop will take us into Sligo, a This morning we depart Galway and make our way to vibrant coastal town known for its literary and musical Rathbaun Farm, a working sheep farm, where we’ll enjoy heritage. Along the way we’ll stop at Drumcliffe tea and scones, and watch the sheep dog maneuver the Churchyard, which lies in the shadow of Benbulben and flock. Then we’ll make our way into County Clare and the contains the final resting place of Nobel Laureate, W.B. impressive Dromoland Castle, where we’ll enjoy Mrs. Yeats. His simple headstone contains the words of his White’s Afternoon Tea for the prettiest selection of treats self-penned epitaph, “Cast a cold Eye on Life, on Death – along with specially selected loose leaf teas from around Horseman pass by.” Leaving Sligo we’ll head to Westport, the world. Then we’ll have the chance to get up close and one of Irelands tidiest towns full of quaint shops, pubs personal with mesmerizing falcons, hawks and owls in the and restaurants that make Westport officially "The Best ancient woodlands on an unforgettable Dromoland Castle Place to Live in Ireland." We’ll check in to our hotel, falconry experience. Next we’ll travel to the village of Castle Court, and this evening we’re in for a special treat Adare, billed as Ireland’s prettiest village, where we’ll stay featuring dinner and traditional Irish music and at the Dunraven Arms Hotel. (B,L) entertainment. (B,D) Tues., April 7 – ADARE Fri., April 3 – WESTPORT Today is free in Adare, where you’ll have an opportunity Today we travel to Achill Island for some of the most to stroll along the town’s Main Street of thatched houses, stunning scenery on the Wild Atlantic Way. First inhabited colorfully painted storefronts and beautiful gardens. This 5,000 years ago, Achill Island is Ireland's largest island, evening we’ll walk down to the heart of Adare Village to offering beautiful views and equally spectacular beaches. Bill Chawke’s Bar. We’ll enjoy dinner and some of the After time for lunch, we’ll enjoy more of the Wild Atlantic traditional music they’re famous for, bringing musicians Way on the Achill coast. Lush green hills, jagged mountain and music lovers from around the country. (B,D) edges, wooly mountain sheep, golden sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters are the definition of what Mayo’s Wed., April 8 – ADARE / DUBLIN Wild Atlantic Way have to offer. On our return to This morning we depart Adare as we set out across the Westport the remainder of the day is at leisure for breathtaking Irish countryside once again, on our journey independent exploration and craic. (B) to Dublin. On arrival in the capital city, we’ll enjoy a
panoramic city tour, taking in the most notable sites in The Vacation Price Includes: the famous city on the River Liffey. We’ll then head to our hotel, Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links. This evening • Economy class round-trip air transportation from we’ll enjoy dinner at the world-famous Abbey Tavern, Chicago on scheduled airline service of Aer Lingus Ireland’s longest running and most entertaining show, an • Transportation by deluxe private motor coach with unforgettable farewell to a fabulous holiday. (B,D) accompanying Driver/Guide Thurs., April 9 – DUBLIN / CHICAGO • Accommodations in 4-star hotels with private bath or We depart Dublin this morning for the return journey to shower Chicago. (B,I) • Irish breakfast each morning at the hotels, and other * * * Welcome Home * * * meals as indicated in the itinerary Meal Codes: • Sightseeing as detailed in the itinerary including I = In-flight B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner applicable entrance fees • Luggage handling and porterage charges for one For more Information and to make suitcase per person at hotels your reservation • Taxes for included ground services, departure taxes, www.OMearasIrish.com Customs service charges, and airline security fees countydoorirish@gmail.com The Vacation Price Does Not Include: Items of a personal nature such as passport fees; laundry and cleaning; telephone calls; optional tours and excursions; tips to the Tour Escort, Motor coach drivers and local guides, tips to hotel and breakfast room staff; luggage handling at airports; personal travel protection; meals other than those stated above, and drinks with meals. Reservation Application Please return to: O’Meara’s Irish House Megan O’Meara: 920/868-3528 3970 Highway 42 InterTrav Corp: 800/624-8338 Fish Creek, WI 54212 mary@intertravcorp.com Please reserve _____ places for me/us on the O’Meara’s Classic Spring Tour of Ireland. Enclosed is my/our check in the amount of $________ ($300 per person). Yes, I/we would like to purchase the optional Travel Protection at __________ $233 per person Please make checks payable to: INTERTRAV CORPORATION Mr. Mrs. Ms. ______________________________________________________________________________ (PLEASE PRINT FULL NAMES - IDENTICAL TO PASSPORT) Mr. Mrs. Ms. ______________________________________________________________________________ (PLEASE PRINT FULL NAMES - IDENTICAL TO PASSPORT) ADDRESS_______________________________________________________________________________________ CITY_________________________________________STATE___________________ZIP CODE_________________ TELEPHONE (_______) ________________________ (_______) __________________________________________ Home Cell E-MAIL ADDRESS _______________________________________________________________________________ I will room with (if other than spouse)__________________________________________________________________ Name/s of other passengers you are traveling with ________________________________________________________ I do not have a roommate but will share. If a roommate cannot be found, I will pay the single supplement of $525 I desire single room accommodations at the rate of $525
TOUR DEPOSIT AND PAYMENT: Payment is accepted by personal or bank checks. For credit card payments, please add a 3.5% service fee. YOU WILL BE INVOICED FOR THE BALANCE OF PAYMENT DUE ON OR BEFORE FRIDAY, January 3, 2020 ARRANGEMENTS: The tour price is based on a minimum participation of 30 persons and includes planning, handling and operational charges and is quoted on the current rate of exchange, tariff rates and estimated airfares in effect as of July 1, 2019. In the event of a marked increase or decrease in foreign currency or in tariff rates, the cost is subject to revision. TOUR PRICING: This is a package tour in which land tour costs and special group airfares have been combined in the most advantageous way. Should you wish to take the land tour only or deviate from the package tour by changing your departure and/or return dates of travel, this will eliminate the advantages of the package tour price and special group airfares. There will be a service charge of $100 per person for altering the airline itinerary, plus any additional charges assessed by the airlines. CANCELLATION: If after making your initial deposit you find it necessary to cancel from the tour for any reason, there will be a charge of $100 per person up to 90 days prior to departure. For cancellation between 89 and 60 days prior to departure, there will be a cancellation charge of $300 per person. For cancellation within 59 days of departure, in addition to the $300 per person charge, there may be additional cancellation charges from the airline, hotel(s), or ground service companies up to the full value of your tour cost. IMPORTANT: Cancellations will not be accepted by telephone and must be sent in writing to: InterTrav Corporation, 203 State Avenue, St. Charles, Illinois 60174, faxed to: 630/584-1573, or emailed to: mary@intertravcorp.com. TRAVEL PROTECTION: You have been given the option of purchasing Travel Protection at the time you sign-up for the tour. Plans help protect you and your travel investment and help provide coverage for unexpected circumstances. The premium for the plan is non-refundable after the 14 day free look period and rates are based on trip cost. Group plans require a minimum participation of 10 travelers. For a complete description of coverage and to see all the covered reasons for cancellation, please call 1-800-624-8338 or e-mail Mary at mary@intertravcorp.com PASSPORTS AND VISAS: Your tour requires a passport valid for 6 months beyond the return date of travel. If you do not already have your passport, or it will expire within 6 months of the return date, we suggest you apply for it immediately. No visas are required for your tour. However, if you are a citizen of a country other than the United States, you must advise us in writing with your Reservation Application, as other travel documents may be required. AIRLINE TICKETING/SEATING: If a ticket requires a name change because of incorrect information supplied to our office, the traveler is responsible for any applicable charges. Group air reservations are handled differently than individual reservations, and each airline has their own guidelines and restrictions on seat assignments and upgrades. If you wish to have a specific seat pre-assigned, or would like to upgrade, you must e-mail your request to mary@intertravcorp.com. The cost for specific pre-assigned and/or upgraded seats varies, as does the time frame we are able to make the request with the airline. Every effort is made to ensure requests are honored, however the responsibility is with the airline and beyond the control of InterTrav Corporation. SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING PRICING: The tour price as quoted is based on tariffs in effect for estimated 2019 prices as of July 1, 2019. Tour prices do increase every year, and it is therefore possible that increases could occur after the printing of this brochure in advance of your tour’s departure. InterTrav Corporation will do everything possible to avoid an increase in the tour cost. However, should increases occur in airfares, hotel prices, and/or coach transportation costs, they will be added to the tour cost and passengers will be notified accordingly. Should an increase in price occur, notifications will be sent to tour members in writing no later than 15 days prior to departure. RESPONSIBILITY O’MEARA’S IRISH HOUSE AND INTERTRAV CORPORATION 203 State Avenue, St. Charles, Illinois 60174 and/or any travel agency and/or supplier of services pursuant to or in connection with this itinerary shall not be responsible or become liable for any delay incurred by any person in connection with any means of transportation; nor for any loss, damage or injury to person or property by reason of any event beyond the control of any agency or supplier, or occurring without the fault or negligence of such agency or supplier. The right is reserved to substitute the airline to be used; the type of aircraft; and to alter the dates of the tour; the tour routing; or to cancel the trip if a minimum number of bookings is not reached for either the air or land portion of this itinerary. The right is also reserved to substitute hotels for other hotels in available categories. Further, the right is reserved to decline to accept or to retain at any time any person as a participant on any tour or to cancel any tour. No refund will be made for voluntary absence from the tour unless arrangements are made at the time of booking. The schedules contained herein are subject to change without notice. All rates are based on current Tariff and Exchange rates in effect at the time of the printing of this itinerary and are subject to adjustment without prior notification in the event of changes therein or in changes in the number of participants on which the rates are based. The carriers concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board their plane or conveyance. The passage contract in use by carrier concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the carrier and the purchaser of this tour.
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