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2019 TOUR GUIDE - Hammond Transportation
TOUR GUIDE
                                   2019
                         www.muskokatravelservice.ca
       DAY       MULTI DAY     INTERNATIONAL
      TRIPS       TOURS            TOURS
TICO #:2065423

   CHERRY BLOSSOMS IN THE SPRING!
   WASHINGTON, DC APRIL 2019-5 DAY TOUR
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                             TERMS                         &        CONDITIONS
GRATUITIES: A tip is a nice way to convey your appreciation for good service provided by your step-on guide, driver, or tour manager.
These gratuities are voluntary and are not included in your tour price.
DEPOSIT & PAYMENT TERMS: The act of booking and/or traveling on any of the tours listed herein constitutes acknowledgment of, and
acceptance of, the conditions set out within these terms and conditions. In the event that there is a discrepancy between a printed price and
the actual price, the actual price will be used at the time of booking. Prices are based on conditions in effect at time of printing and are
subject to change. Any price increases will affect new bookings only.
BOOKING AND PAYMENTS: You may book our tours in person at our office (located at 450 Ecclestone Drive, Bracebridge, PO Box 569,
P1L 1T8), or by telephone (705-645-2583 or toll free 1-800-563-1885). In order to confirm your reservation, your deposit (as stated in the
tour brochure) should be at our office within four days of booking. Balance is due 45 days prior to departure, unless specified otherwise in
the tour brochure. When booking within thirty days of departure, full payment is required at time of booking. All rates are per person unless
otherwise stated in the details.
OPTIONAL TRAVEL INSURANCE: Emergency medical insurance and cancellation insurance are available at an additional cost through
our office. Coverage should be purchased when your deposit is paid. If insurance is declined a waiver must be signed and returned to the
office prior to departure.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL INSURANCE WHILE OUTSIDE CANADA: Emergency Medical Insurance while traveling outside Canada is
available through our office at an additional charge.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL INSURANCE WHILE OUTSIDE ONTARIO: To obtain Out-of-Province (but within Canada) medical services, an
insured Ontario resident must show their valid Ontario health card prior to insured services being rendered. If an Ontario resident does not
present his/her health card, the facility and/or the physician can bill the Ontario resident directly for the service being rendered. Physicians
in all provinces or territories have the option of billing the Ministry of Health and Long Term-Care directly or billing the Ontario resident for
the insured services being provided.
If the patient is billed directly for the physician’s component of the health services provided, the patient may seek reimbursement by
submitting the original receipt to the ministry It is the responsibility of the patient to enquire from the hospital/facility/physician if they will
accept his/her Ontario health card before the services are rendered.
CANCELLATION CHARGES & CANCELLATION INSURANCE
Day Trips are non-refundable, but transferable.
Medical and cancellation insurance for International Destinations may have different components. Be sure to ask office for clarification of
details before purchase of any International tours.
CANCELLATION CHARGES on MULTI-DAY TOURS:
If you cancel a Multi-Day Tour, the following charges will apply:
61 days of more: Deposit is non-refundable
46 to 60 days: 50% of Tour Cost is non-refundable
31 to 45 days: 75% of Tour Cost is non-refundable.
Day of departure to 30 days: 100% of Tour Cost is non-refundable.
To avoid cancellation charges we recommend the purchase of Cancellation Insurance which must be purchased at the time of deposit. Pre-
existing medical conditions may not be covered and need to be individually clarified.
TRAVEL OUTSIDE OF CANADA: It is the responsibility of each passenger to have a valid passport for travel outside of Canada. As of
June 1, 2009 a valid Canadian passport is required for those traveling to the United States by land, air or cruise ship. Canadian Residents
holding non-Canadian passports must identify themselves when making a reservation. Muskoka Travel Service staff will advise passengers
of their travel document requirements. Hammond Transportation Ltd/ Muskoka Travel Service will not be responsible for passengers denied
access to the United States, other foreign destinations, or for re-entry into Canada.
BORDER CROSSING, MANIFEST REQUIREMENT: In order to expedite our bus inspection when crossing the border, bus companies are
now obligated at some passages to provide a passenger manifest before crossing into the US. We will require a copy of your passport page
at least one week prior to departure. To facilitate border crossing, please keep your passport on your person.
TOUR POLICIES: To ensure everyone’s maximum comfort, no smoking or alcoholic beverages are permitted on our tour coaches. We do
make frequent stops and those who wish may then smoke outside the coach. We also request that strong perfumes and colognes be
avoided. Seats may be rotated at the direction of the tour manager. Overnight tours depart from a number of convenient locations including:
Huntsville, Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, Orillia and Barrie.
RESPONSIBILITY: These tours are operated by Hammond Transportation Ltd., operating as “Muskoka Travel Service” 450 Ecclestone
Drive, P.O. Box 569, Bracebridge, ON P1L1T8 (phone 705-645-2583) and are licensed by the Ontario Travel Industry Act on Registration
No. 2065423. Hammond Transportation Ltd. (MTS) acts only as an agent for tour members in arranging accommodation, transportation,
sightseeing, admissions, and restaurants, and is not responsible for any loss, damage, or injury due to an act or default of any company
engaged in providing service included in our tours. Hammond Transportation Ltd. (MTS) reserves the right to cancel or alter any tour at its
discretion should it become necessary. Hammond Transportation Ltd. (MTS) reserves the right to accept or reject any person as a member
of any tour at any time if the Company decides their conduct is detrimental or incompatible with the best interests of the tour and its
members. Hammond Transportation Ltd. (MTS) shall be under no liability to such a person. When traveling outside of Ontario and Canada
you may find living standards and practices, as well as standards, practices and conditions with respect to provision of accommodation
services and utilities may be different than those experienced in Ontario.
TRAVELLER’S RESPONSIBILITY: People with disabilities are welcomed on our tours provided they are accompanied by a capable
traveling companion. We regret we cannot provide individual assistance to a traveler for walking, dining, getting on or off the motor coach,
or other personal needs. If you require special assistance that cannot be provided by a person accompanying you, we may be unable to
accept your reservation. It is your responsibility to advise us at the time of booking of any special needs you may have and/or if you are
traveling with mobility aids such as a walker, wheelchair, scooter or guide dog. If you are carrying oxygen, Muskoka Travel Service must be
notified at the time of the booking. In the event we are unable to accommodate you and maintain safe operating conditions, we will ensure
your return to the point of embarkation.
PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS: Please be advised that pictures may be taken on tours that may be published in our promotional materials,
including, but not limited to, our website, our brochure and Facebook page.
2019 TOUR GUIDE - Hammond Transportation
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 What a year it has been!
2018 was full of adventure, excitement and many new experiences. We journeyed
abroad to France, Iceland and Ireland. Here at home we enjoyed this year's hit musical,
Come From Away, took in the beauty of Ottawa's Tulip Festival and cheered on our
favourite athletes at the Curling Championships and Blue Jays games (to name a
few). Next year promises just as much fun! In this 2019 Tour Guide browse through
our exciting new line up of tours and plan ahead for your next big adventure. If you
have any questions, suggestions or simply want to learn more, we would love to hear
from you. Call our office at 1-800-563-1885 ext. 27 (local 705-645-2583 ext. 27)
or e-mail us at travel@muskokatravelservice.ca . We look forward to another great
year of travel with all of you!
                   Happy Travels from The Muskoka Travel Service Team

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-INDICATES MEAL INCLUDED
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DAY TRIPS
    CASINO SCHEDULE
   February 12th, 2019                 Join us on our monthly trip to Fallsview
    March 12th, 2019                  Casino in Niagara Falls. Try to win big and
      April 9th, 2019                  enjoy an affordable day away! Includes
     May 14th, 2019                       buffet lunch and transportation.
     June 11th, 2019
      July 9th, 2019
    August 13th, 2019
                                                    ONLY $35!
                                             All tour prices are per person and
  September 10th, 2019                                  include HST.

    October 8th, 2019                    Must be 19 or older. Valid Government-issued photo ID and
                                         PAC card required to redeem offer. Offer does not apply to

  November 12th, 2019                    individuals who are self-excluded. Offer is not transferable,
                                         negotiable, or replaceable and is subject to change without
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                  TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS VS BUFFALO SABRES
                  March 2nd, 2019
                   Enjoy the game from our private Gondola Box. Includes
                   Transportation, dinner and ticket.
                   Call to inquire.             Lounge: $389/pp
                                                     Sport Seat: $355/pp
                   JERSEY BOYS
                   March 13th, 2019
                   Go behind the music and inside the story of Frankie
                   Valli and The Four Seasons in this true-life musical
                   phenomenon............................................... $210/pp
                   ST PATRICK'S DAY KITCHEN PARTY!
                   March 15th, 2019
                   We head to Kitchener, Ontario for this high-energy
                   show that will have you singing, laughing and no doubt
                   tapping your feet....................................... $130/pp

 March 27th, 2019                                     March 30th, 2019
$130/pp (senior/child)                              $130/pp (senior/child)
  $140/pp (adult)                                     $135/pp (adult)

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DAY TRIPS
               ROYAL ONTARIO MUSEUM
                April 13th, 2019
                Experience art, world culture and natural history. One of
                the largest museums in North America, and the largest in
                Canada.................................................................. $110/pp
                COME FROM AWAY
                April 27th, 2019 & May 8th, 2019
                The breathtaking new musical that has audiences leaving
                the theatre night after night claiming they are “proud to be
                Canadian!”............................................................ $235/pp
               THE SOUND OF MUSIC
               May 29th, 2019
                2015 marked the 50th anniversary of the film version,
                which continues to be the most successful movie musical
                in history............................................................... $199/pp
                ART GALLERY OF ONTARIO
               June 19th, 2019
                With more than 90,000 works of art, the Art Gallery of
                Ontario is among the most distinguished art museums in
                North America....... $125/pp (senior) $130/pp (adult)
                DEAR EVAN HANSEN
               June 26th, 2019
                The Washington Post says DEAR EVAN HANSEN is “one of
                the most remarkable shows in musical theatre
                history"................................................................. $230/pp
                WALTER'S FAMILY feat. DION PRIDE
               July 17th, 2019
               Dion Pride, the son of legendary Country Music Hall of
               Famer, Charley Pride and has been performing since the
               age of 8................................................................. $155/pp
               ST JACOBS FARMERS' MARKET & VILLAGE
               August 15th, 2019 & October 17th, 2019
               Visit St. Jacobs Farmers' Market-Canada’s largest year
               round Farmers Market, also visit the Village, enjoy dinner at
               At The Crossroads and visit Picard’s Peanuts... $99/pp

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                                                                                  Full Itineraries
EXPERIENCE                                                                          Available
                                                                                  Upon Request
CANADA
ST. JACOBS MARKET/VILLAGE &
MILLBANK VILLAGE, MENNONITE TOUR
May 9-10, 2019: One of our favourite places in Ontario, come enjoy a two day
St. Jacobs experience you won't soon forget. Enjoy a great night's sleep at
The Courtyard Marriott Hotel and take in a show at The Playhouse Theatre
with the performance of "The Miracle Worker". Come join Muskoka Travel
Service and immerse yourself in the Mennonite lifestyle and enjoy great
theater, shopping and most importantly delicious food!
COST PER PERSON: Double $440, Triple $425, Quad $410, Single $510
TERMS & CONDITIONS: Deposit of $250/pp due at time of booking. Call to inquire!

OTTAWA TULIP FESTIVAL
May 13-15, 2019: Each year, Canada’s most vibrant
Festival attracts over 650,000 visitors from around the
world to celebrate the return of spring and take in the
showcase of tulips across Ottawa and its national
capital region.*** CALL TO INQUIRE
                                  NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR
                                 July 3-14, 2019: Join Muskoka Travel Service for
                                 this unforgettable tour and experience this region in-
                                 depth. Learn the local insights into the area's culture,
                                 history and secrets. ***12 Day Tour from Corner
                                 Brook to St. John’s.***
                                 CALL TO INQUIRE-LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE

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EXPERIENCE
CANADA
WHALE WATCHING IN CHARLEVOIX
REGION & QUEBEC CITY
September 7-11, 2019: This trip is
for art lovers, history buffs and
adventure seekers alike. First, take
in picturesque Charlevoix, Quebec–
a region known for its arts &
culture, mouth-watering eateries and the rugged beauty of untouched
wilderness, with some of Canada’s best whale watching experiences. Next, take
a step back in time in Quebec City. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site,
Quebec’s Old Town (Vieux-Quebec) is the only North American fortified city
whose walls still exist.
COST PER PERSON: Double $1399, Triple $1299, Quad $1249, Single $1599
TERMS & CONDITIONS: Deposit of $250 per person due at time of booking. Final Payment due June 28, 2019

DISCOVER NOVA SCOTIA, PEGGY’S COVE & CAPE
BRETON ISLAND’S CABOT TRAIL
September 15-26, 2019: The First Nations
called it Mi’kma’ki, the French called it Acadia,
the British called it New Scotland. Today, we call
it Nova Scotia. Arrive in Halifax by ferry boat and
spend your trip exploring this beautiful city along
with the province’s charming coastal villages,
historic lighthouses and the spectacular Cabot
Trail. Top it off with some of the country’s best
shopping in beautiful Montreal!
COST PER PERSON: Double $4999, Single $5999
TERMS & CONDITIONS: Deposit of $500.00 per person due at time of booking. Final Payment due June 28, 2019

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INTERNATIONAL
SPRING CHERRY BLOSSOMS-WASHINGTON DC
April 3-7, 2019: Each year, the National
Cherry Blossom Festival commemorates the
1912 gift of 3,000 cherry trees from Mayor
Yukio Ozaki of Tokyo to the city of
Washington, DC. The annual Cherry Blossom
Festival celebration honors the lasting
friendship between Washington and Japan and the continued close
relationship between the two countries. Tour highlights include: Cherry
Blossom/Monuments Cruise, Guided tour of Washington DC, Illumination Tour
of the Memorials and the National World War II Memorial.
COST PER PERSON: Double: $1595, Triple: $1485, Quad: $1425, Single: $1979
THE BEST OF THE BALKANS
17 Day Tour from Dubrovnik to Athens
April 29-May 17, 2019: For the traveler who wishes to see it all, this is the
perfect vacation to explore the Balkans. Visit the must-see sights and hear
about the long and fascinating history as you journey through Croatia, Bosnia-
Herzegovina, Serbia, Romania, Bulgaria, and Greece on your guided tour.
Tour highlights include: Rector’s Palace in Dubrovnik, Mostar’s Old Bridge,
Serbia’s capital Belgrade; the Romanian cities of Timisoara, Sibiu, Sighisoara,
Bucharest, and Brasov to visit the Black Church; Ruse, and much much more!
        Optional 3 Night Greek Cruise Option-May 17-20, 2019

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INTERNATIONAL
HIGHLIGHTS OF SICILY & SOUTHERN ITALY
14 Day Tour from Rome to Palermo
April 24th-May 10th, 2020:
Spectacular scenery combined with fascinating architectural remains and
ancient history—all of this awaits you on this fabulous vacation with guided
tours of Sicily and Southern Italy. You’ll visit Sorrento and Capri-both offering
breathtaking views of the crystal-clear, blue sea.
You’ll also visit Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, known for its
blue skies and rich heritages. History buffs will also enjoy Pompeii, which was
completely buried during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79AD. Imagine
what life was like some 2,000 years ago! History, amazing scenery, fabulous
cuisine, and so much more are waiting for you on this incredible Italy tour.

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INTERNATIONAL
KENYA & TANZANIA:
THE SAFARI EXPERIENCE
WITH ZANZIBAR
18 Day Tour From Nairobi to Dar Es Salaam
October 30, 2020-November 16, 2020:
East Africa: a land of breathtaking scenery,
majestic wildlife, and a distinct culture. Witness        "This is an amazing tour...
some of nature's great treasures as you embark              never to be forgotten.
on this timeless African safari in Kenya and               You will experience this
Tanzania. Along the way, your expert Driver/Guide        beautiful country, amazing
will share insights about the wildlife, local            animals, it's culture and the
cultures, and diverse eco-systems you                      unforgettable people of
                                                         these lands. Come with me
encounter. With a small group of no more than 6           and share the experience"
guests per vehicle and 20 guests total you'll                    -Connie Day
experience a high level of service throughout
your adventure. Magnicent wildlife, important
animal sanctuaries, and thrilling adventures-this
exciting safari in Kenya and Tanzania has it all. It's
a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity not to be
missed!

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                                                       We want to hear from you!
DAY TRIPS                                              What do you want to do?
                                                       Where do you want to go?
LOOKING AHEAD:
MARCH 2019                                              Contact us with your tour
March 30th HOME OPENER:                                suggestions and feedback:
Blue Jays vs Detroit Tigers!                       travel@muskokatravelservice.ca
MAY 2019
May 20th: Blue Jays vs Boston Red Sox             MULTI-DAY
Beautiful: Carol King Musical                     LOOKING AHEAD:
JUNE 2019                                         AGAWA CANYON AUTUMN
Science North-Sudbury                             TRAIN  TOUR
                                                  October 2019 Dates/Details TBA
JULY 2019
King's Wharf Theatre: Beauty & The Beast          STRATFORD FESTIVAL TOUR
                                                  October 18-19, 2019
AUGUST 2019                                       2 Day Tour
August 11th: Blue Jays vs. NY Yankees      Tour highlights include: Performances of
Toronto Zoo                                both Private Lives (Comedy-Avon
Peach Festival Niagara                     Theatre) and Billy Elliott the Musical
SEPTEMBER 2019                             (Festival Theatre) , a Stratford Theatre
Toronto Blue Jays vs New York Yankees      Archive Tour and an overnight stay at The
St Jacobs Schoolhouse Theatre: Gospel Show Parlour Inn in Stratford.
OCTOBER 2019                                      INTERNATIONAL
Waterloo Heritage Train                           LOOKING AHEAD:
Algonquin Colour Tour
Oktoberfest Showplace Theatre
                                                  FUTURE TRIPS:
                                                     German Highlights including
NOVEMBER 2019                                        Oberammergau for 2 nights. Date TBA
Royal Winter Fair                                    European River Cruise
Walters Family Country Christmas                     Portugal
                                                     Galapagos Islands, including
DECEMBER 2019                                        Equador & Peru
Toronto Christmas Market & Distillery
Fallsview Casino/Niagara Festival of Lights

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TICO #:2065423

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                                                      Toll Free: 1-800-563-1885 ext 27
                                                   e-mail: travel@muskokatravelservice.ca

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