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GREAT LAKES
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Milwaukee u Tobermory u Detroit u Toronto
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Five-Star Le Champlain
September 12 to 19, 2020
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Other opportunities to travel
The largest surface of freshwater on Earth and the gateway between the with National Trust Tours and
Eastern Seaboard and the Midwest, the Great Lakes are ideal for exploring Gohagan & Company:
North America’s rich maritime history, passion for invention and sublime
natural wonders. This expertly created program cruises all five of the
Italian Lakes
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Village Life around the
Great Lakes—Michigan, Huron, Superior, Erie and Ontario.
May 30 to June 7, 2020
Journey from Wisconsin’s commercial heart, Milwaukee,
to cosmopolitan Toronto during early autumn, when the region’s foliage October 3 to 11, 2020
begins to put on its vibrant show. Cruise for seven nights aboard the
exclusively chartered, Five-Star Le Champlain, featuring only 92 Suites and Alaska’s Glaciers and the
Staterooms, each with a private balcony. Call at smaller ports and discover Inside Passage
some of North America’s most alluring towns, visionary cities and July 29 to August 5, 2020
magnificent coastal scenery. Enjoy a nostalgic horse‑drawn carriage ride
along the picturesque streets of quaint Mackinac Island—unchanged for ®
Village Life Dordogne
September 10 to 18, 2020
over 100 years—to the iconic Grand Hotel. Cruise the protected waters
near Tobermory, Ontario, Canada, part of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Transit the historic Soo Locks at Sault Sainte Marie and the Welland Canal For a full list of travel programs visit
near Niagara Falls, two of the world’s most celebrated 19th-century www.nationaltrusttours.com.
engineering feats and major catalysts for industrial growth and innovation.
A historic focal point of invention, an archetype for 20th-century urban growth and the birthplace of
Motown, Detroit is currently undergoing a renaissance. Experience the Motor City’s fascinating cultural
legacy at the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Edsel and Eleanor Ford Mansion and the Henry Ford Museum of
American Innovation. This enriching journey through the Great Lakes’s history and natural splendor culminates
with a visit to awe-inspiring Niagara Falls, where a thunderous cascade of crashing water enshrouded with
plumes of mist summons one of life’s most mesmerizing spectacles.
This refined itinerary—aboard the Five-Star Le Champlain, with all meals and excursions included—
triumphs the vitality, dynamism and natural beauty of North America’s five Great Lakes. We encourage you to
make your reservations while space and Early Booking Savings are still available!
Sincerely,
The National Trust for Historic Preservation is a private,
nonprofit membership organization dedicated to saving historic
places and revitalizing America’s communities. For more
Scott Gerloff information, visit the Trust’s website at www.savingplaces.org or
Director, National Trust Tours phone (800) 944‑6847 or (202) 588-6000.
Study Leader
Grace Gary, an architectural historian with degrees from Randolph-Macon Woman’s College and
the University of Virginia, is a veteran leader of more than 50 Trust tours. Most recently she
served as the executive director of Nemours Mansion and Gardens in Wilmington, Del.,
where she oversaw an award-winning, multi-year, $70 million restoration of building and gardens.
She and fellow National Trust lecturer Dwight Young are the authors of Nemours: A Portrait
of Alfred I. duPont’s House, which was published by Rizzoli in 2011. Grace also is the author of two volumes
in the Trust’s “Information” series and has also served as director of the Trust’s Mid-Atlantic Regional Office,
Preservation Pa., and Longue Vue House and Gardens. She was the first
director of Colonial Williamsburg’s Tourism Leadership Center.
EXPLORING THE
GREAT LAKES
I n the heart of North America lies the world’s largest reservoir of fresh water,
carved by glaciers 10,000 years ago. Surrounded by 11,000 miles of spectacularly
sculpted shoreline, the five Great Lakes inspired generations of immigrants whose
contributions irrevocably changed the world. Rich in natural resources from an
abundance of wildlife to lumber and iron ore and the benefits of four seasons,
the Great Lakes region provides a diversity like no other place on Earth.
Experience the best of Americana on Mackinac Island and in
Sault Sainte Marie, admire a revitalized Detroit and visit the
Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation. Explore the
maritime heritage and spirit of innovation that Remote Gereaux Island Lighthouse is
inextricably altered the face of transportation and a rare extant example of a light station
the course of World War II. Enjoy unspoiled natural built with a square wooden tower to
beauty, the power of Niagara Falls and stunning provide greater comfort for the keeper.
sunrises and sunsets while exploring North America’s
Great Lakes.
Itinera ry
Milwaukee Pre-Program Option*
1 Depart Home City/Arrive in
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S./
Embark Le Champlain/
Lake Michigan (r,d)
Discover the natural limestone of Arch Rock rising
2 Lake Michigan/Lake Huron/ 146 feet over Mackinac Island.
Mackinac Island, Michigan (b,l,d)
3 Lake Superior/Sault Sainte Marie/ Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.
Transit the Soo Locks between On the shores of Lake Michigan, the only
Lake Superior and Lake Huron (b,l,d) Great Lake located entirely in the U.S.,
4 Tobermory, Ontario, Canada/ lies Wisconsin’s largest city, Milwaukee,
Lake Huron (b,l,d) best known for its famous breweries.
Milwaukee also has a rich cultural history, as it was
5 Lake Huron/St. Clair River/Lake St. Clair/ the meeting place for Menominee, Ojibwe and
Detroit, Michigan, U.S. (b,l,d) Potawatomi people long before the arrival of
6 Detroit for Dearborn/Lake Erie (b,l,d) European settlers in the early 19th century.
7 Lake Erie/Port Colborne, Ontario,
Mackinac Island, Michigan
Canada, for Niagara Falls/Transit of the Located in Lake Huron between Michigan’s
Welland Canal/Lake Ontario (b,l,r,d) Upper and Lower Peninsulas, Mackinac Island
8 Lake Ontario/Toronto/Disembark was a lucrative port in the North American
the ship/Return to Home City (b) fur trade. With its white-sand beaches,
Toronto Post-Program Option* forested parklands and charming streets lined
with genteel Victorian homes, art galleries and
*Available at additional cost. quaint fudge shops, few places capture a bygone
Cover photo: Experience the beauty and force of era more graciously than automobile‑free
Horseshoe Falls, where over 750,000 gallons of water Mackinac Island. Delight in a
flows over each second. horse‑drawn carriage ride to the
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Air Routing
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Be on deck to witness the engineering
longest suspension bridge, as Le Ch
a treasured institution for over 130 years
with a gleaming white Colonial facade,
over 2,000 trademark red geraniums and a
procession of American flags. Enjoy lunch
overlooking the world’s longest porch, as romantic
today as it was during the 1800s when it was dubbed
“Flirtation Walk.” Stop at dramatic limestone
Arch Rock, a portal to the spirit world according to
Native American legend, and tour Fort Mackinac,
built by the British in 1779 and garrisoned until 1875.
Lake Superior Delight in Edsel Ford’s authentically rendered
Cruise into Lake Superior—the deepest of the magnificent Cotswold-style mansion.
Great Lakes—to Whitefish Point, the eastern end of
the 50-mile Skeleton Coast named for the nautical Tobermory, Ontario, Canada
remains of over 300 shipwrecks, including the Cruise the coastline of Bruce Peninsula
famed Edmund Fitzgerald. Enjoy breathtaking views National Park, a biodiversity hot spot and
of the Lake Superior shoreline. part of the Niagara Escarpment UNESCO
Biosphere Reserve. In the traditional harbor
Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan village of Tobermory, embark on a glass‑bottom
Known to Native Americans as the boat cruise from Little Tub Harbor to
“Gathering Place” and referred to by locals Big Tub Harbor, which preserves almost
as “The Soo,” the historic town of Sault two dozen 19th‑century shipwrecks. See the
Sainte Marie became one of the Great Lakes remains of the schooner Sweepstakes, submerged
most important economic axes following in only 20 feet of water with its hull almost
construction of the Soo Locks, one of the greatest completely intact. Observe photogenic
engineering accomplishments of the 19th century. Big Tub Lighthouse which has been guiding
Maritime history is evocatively presented at SS ships since 1885, and the charm of Flowerpot Island,
Valley Camp, a retired lake freighter built in 1917, famous for its natural “flowerpot” rock pillars,
featuring the faithfully restored living quarters sea stacks and wave‑carved caverns.
of Great Lakes sailors and the tragic loss of the
Edmund Fitzgerald. Transit the impressive locks, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
tour the Soo Locks Interpretation Center and Chart Detroit’s rise to the apex of American idealism.
watch as colossal freighters lower 21 feet from Visit the Detroit Institute of Arts, one of the
Lake Superior to enter Lake Huron. nation’s most significant collections of art,
housed in a magnificent Beaux Arts building.
Cruise the azure waters of Fathom Five National Marine Park and discover the ethereal beauty of
Flowerpot Island, where ancient cedars rise above surreal rock formations.
g “miracle” of Mackinac Bridge, the Western Hemisphere’s See the limousine originally used by President Kennedy,
hamplain cruises beneath. leased by Ford to the Secret Service for $500 a year.
See the 410-million‑year-old rock layers
of the Niagara Gorge and the formidable
Whirlpool Rapids, among the world’s most
extreme Class VI rapids. Enjoy a specially
arranged lunch with spectacular falls views.
See the Sir Adam Beck Power Station, the
world’s first large‑scale hydroelectric generation
project, and admire Niagara’s famous Floral Clock,
intricately filled with 20,000 plants and flowers.
The historically important Niagara area was the
site of the Battle of Chippewa, a major milestone
Admire Diego Rivera’s iconic Detroit Industry murals, in the development of the U.S. Army during the
inspired by months of research at Ford’s Rouge River plant.
War of 1812.
See Diego Rivera’s monumental Detroit Industry
mural which captures the city’s blue collar history, Welland Canal
as well as masterworks by Rodin, Caravaggio, Cruise through seven locks of the Welland Canal,
van Gogh, Degas and Cézanne. Discover the one of North America’s most important
rich architectural legacy of the Gilded Age at economic lifelines. Constructed in the early
Grosse Point where grandiose mansions replete 19th century, the canal links Lake Ontario to
with lavish period furnishings reflect Detroit’s Lake Erie and was instrumental in opening the
commitment to architectural preservation. Tour the Great Lakes to commerce and prosperity—the canal
Edsel and Eleanor Ford Mansion, a polished carries nearly 40 million tons of cargo per year.
window on the grandeur and rich aesthetic lives Toronto, Ontario
of America’s industrial aristocracy. The manor Dynamic Toronto is Canada’s largest and most
was designed by Detroit’s preeminent architect, welcoming city and offers outstanding museums,
Albert Kahn, to resemble Cotswold village galleries and restaurants which speak to its
cottages and showcases an Art Deco design remarkable diversity.
with rooms filled with ancient, Renaissance and The Milwaukee Pierhead Light has marked where the
18th‑century art, including presciently acquired Milwaukee River flows into Lake Michigan since 1872.
works by van Gogh, Cézanne and Rivera.
Visit the acclaimed Henry Ford Museum
of American Innovation, which spotlights the
creative genius of American inventors and
innovators from baseball to vintage cars and
airplanes to civil rights heroes and artifacts
that represent defining moments in American
history, or tour historic Greenfield Village,
“America’s Hometown Celebration,”
which preserves 80 famous historic structures,
relocated from across the nation, as well as a lavish
collection of vintage automobiles. See Henry Ford’s
birthplace, two of Thomas Edison’s workshops,
the Wright brothers’ bicycle shop and
Luther Burbank’s garden office.
Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada,
for Niagara Falls
One of the world’s most awe-inspiring natural
phenomena, Niagara Falls never fails to impress.
Cruise toward the mist-enshrouded base of
Horseshoe Falls and experience firsthand the
sheer force of this geological wonder.
Stateroom with Balcony Panoramic Restaurant
Exclusively Chartered, Five-Star mv Le Champlain
Luxury Small Ship, Innovative Design Elegant Suites and Staterooms,
Le Champlain, launched in 2018, ushers in a 100% with Private Balconies
new generation of Five-Star small ships, combining Each of the 92 Five‑Star Staterooms and
revolutionary design and a new standard of Suites (up to 484 square feet) features a
luxury for unparalleled cruising. Dock in smaller private balcony. Grand Deluxe Suites have
ports inaccessible to larger ships and where a bay window and spacious private terrace.
authentic cultural experiences and majestic Accommodations offer two twin beds or
scenery await you. one queen bed, individual climate control,
private bathroom with shower, and luxury hotel-
Life on Board style amenities.
Experience the Blue Eye, the world’s first
multisensory underwater Observation Lounge. Chic and Casual Dining
Enjoy sweeping views from the lounges— Dine indoors or alfresco on international and
which open to the outdoors—and lectures and regional cuisine served in the stylish, spacious
cultural performances in the state‑of‑the‑art indoor‑outdoor restaurant, at the casual
theater. Relax in the spa, sauna or infinity‑style pool deck grill or from 24‑hour room service.
swimming pool. There is a beauty salon, a Daily meals include continental and buffet
fitness room and there are three elevators. breakfasts, buffet lunch, afternoon tea and
Complimentary Wi‑Fi access is available four‑course dinner.
(conditions permitting).
Respect for the Environment
World-Class Service A new addition to the Ponant “Clean Ship”
The highly trained crew is personable and fleet, an important distinction among
attentive, and the ship has a medical center ocean‑cruising vessels, Le Champlain is
staffed with a doctor and a nurse. energy efficient and eco‑friendly, protecting
fragile freshwater ecosystems.
Observation Lounge Sun Deck
Included Features
◆ The expertise of study leader Grace Gary throughout.
On Board the Exclusively Chartered,
Five-Star, Small Ship Le Champlain
◆ Seven-night cruise from Milwaukee, Wisconsin,
to Toronto, Ontario, Canada, featuring all five
Great Lakes—Michigan, Huron, Superior,
Erie and Ontario.
◆ Elegantly appointed, Five-Star Suite or Stateroom.
◆ Captain’s Welcome and Farewell Receptions.
◆ Complimentary alcoholic and nonalcoholic
beverages available throughout the cruise.
◆ All meals aboard ship.
◆ Complimentary Wi-Fi (conditions permitting).
◆ Blue Eye—the world’s first luxury, multisensory
underwater Observation Lounge.
◆ Excursion on Mackinac Island, including
a horse‑drawn carriage ride to the historic
Grand Hotel and a guided tour of Fort Mackinac.
◆ Specially arranged lunch in the Grand Hotel,
the “Grand Dame” of Mackinac Island.
◆ Cruise of Whitefish Point, the eastern cape of
Lake Superior’s legendary Skeleton Coast.
◆ Transit of the impressive Soo Locks.
◆ Visit to the Soo Locks Interpretation Center and
Observation Decks.
◆ Tour of the SS Valley Camp Ship Museum, a former
lake freighter and fascinating repository of Great Lakes
maritime history.
◆ Visit to the harbor town of Tobermory, part of the
Niagara Escarpment UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
◆ Glass-bottom cruise to Big Tub Harbor and around
Flowerpot Island.
◆ City tour of revitalized Detroit, including guided
visits to the Detroit Institute of Arts and the Edsel and
Eleanor Ford House in historical Grosse Point.
◆ Guided tour of the Henry Ford Museum of American
Innovation or visit Greenfield Village, the largest
indoor-outdoor museum complex in the U.S.
◆ Excursion to the Canadian side of Niagara Falls,
including a cruise toward the base of Horseshoe Falls
and viewing of the Whirlpool Rapids.
◆ Specially arranged lunch with spectacular views of
Niagara Falls.
◆ Panoramic tour of the Niagara Falls area, featuring
the Sir Adam Beck Power Station and the beloved
Floral Clock.
◆ Transit the seven locks of the historic
Welland Canal.
Always Included
◆ Transfers and luggage handling if
your arrival(s)/departure(s) coincide
with the scheduled group transfer(s).
◆ Experienced local guides for included excursions.
◆ Gratuities to local guides and drivers on included
excursions and transfers.
◆ Complimentary bottled water in your Suite or
Stateroom and on excursions.
◆ Hospitality desk aboard ship.
◆ Experienced Gohagan & Company Travel Directors
at your service.
◆ Complimentary use of an audio headset during
guided excursions.
◆ Automatic $250,000 flight insurance policy
for each participant ticketed on flights by
Gohagan & Company.
Milwaukee
Pride and Preservation
Pre-Program Option*
Rich in architectural treasures and world‑class
institutions that reflect its storied history,
vibrant Milwaukee is the perfect introduction to
your Great Lakes cruise.
Enjoy a panoramic tour of the historic North Point
neighborhood—home to one of the finest collections
of Victorian mansions in the Midwest—and tour the
expansive Milwaukee Art Museum, an impressive
addition to Milwaukee’s revitalized waterfront, with
more than 25,000 pieces of art. Enjoy a downtown
walking tour where modern high-rises share the skyline
with meticulously preserved 19th-century buildings
fashioned from the city’s signature cream-colored
local brick. Visit the striking Pabst Mansion, built in
Flemish style by Pabst Brewing Company president
Frederick Pabst. Accommodations for two nights are in
the deluxe, centrally located The Pfister Hotel.
Toronto
Cultural Mosaic
Post-Program Option*
Conclude your Great Lakes voyage in cosmopolitan
Toronto, one of North America’s most celebrated
cultural melting pots. Enjoy a walking tour of the
Distillery District, Canada’s premier arts, culture and
entertainment destination, and visit Fort York, built in
1793 on the shores of Lake Ontario. Enjoy a specially
arranged lunch at the top of the CN Tower’s 360-degree
revolving restaurant. Visit Casa Loma, a Gothic Revival
mansion and garden, built in the style of a European
castle by Sir Henry Mill Pellatt. Tour the Art Gallery of
Ontario, Toronto’s crowning jewel with a collection of
over 80,000 works, including the world’s
largest collection of Henry Moore
sculptures, housed in a visionary
building designed by renowned
native son, architect Frank Gehry.
Accommodations for two nights
are in the historical deluxe
Fairmont Royal York.
*The Pre- and Post-Program Options are available at additional cost.
Details will be provided with your reservation confirmation.
mv Le Champlain Deck 6
Deck 5
Deck 4
Deck 3
Early Booking Tariff*
Category † LAND/CRUISE TARIFF excluding taxes* Tariff* through after
Per person, based on double occupancy Feb. 24, 2020 Feb. 24, 2020
Picture window, single door onto private partial-wall balcony.
8 Deck 3, forward. (limited availability) $4,995 $5,995
7 Picture window, single door onto private partial-wall balcony. Deck 3, midship. $5,995 $6,995
6 Expansive sliding glass door, private balcony. Deck 4, forward. $6,695 $7,695
5 Expansive sliding glass door, private balcony. Deck 4, midship. $7,395 $8,395
4 Expansive sliding glass door, private balcony. Decks 5 and 6, aft. (limited availability) $7,895 $8,895
3 Expansive sliding glass door, private balcony. Deck 5, forward. (limited availability) $8,395 $9,395
2 Expansive sliding glass door, private balcony. Deck 5, midship. $8,795 $9,795
1 Expansive sliding glass door, private balcony. Deck 6, midship. $9,295 $10,295
Deluxe Suite with expansive sliding glass door, large private balcony, sitting area with sofa.
$10,695 $11,695
Suite Decks 3, 4, 5 and 6. (limited availability)
Prestige Two room Suite, expansive sliding glass door, larger private balcony, two bathrooms,
$11,695 $12,695
Suite two closets, large sitting area with sofa. Deck 5. (limited availability)
Privilege Large Suite with expansive sliding glass door, larger private balcony,
$11,995 $12,995
Suite sitting area with sofa. Decks 5 and 6. (limited availability)
Grand Deluxe Large two-room Suite, expansive sliding glass door, spacious private terrace,
Suite
full bathroom with tub and separate shower, additional half bath, sitting area $13,195 $14,195
with sofa. Decks 5 and 6. (limited availability)
Owner’s Large two-room Suite, expansive sliding glass door, spacious private terrace with
Suite
outdoor Jacuzzi, full bathroom with tub and separate shower, additional half bath, $13,495 $14,495
sitting area with sofa. Deck 6. (limited availability)
Singles are available in categories 5 and 2.* Call National Trust Tours at (888) 484-8785 for pricing.
*Taxes are an additional $465 per person and are subject to change.
e Champlain has been specially contracted for this program, and the applicable deck plan is available on request from
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All fares, as well as schedules, hours of arrival and departure, special programs prior to departure; from 119 through 95 days prior to departure, $600 ($200 Pre/Post
and guest lecture series (if applicable), are subject to change. Gohagan reserves Program(s)) per person; cancellations 94 days or less prior to departure, a no-show,
the right to substitute motorcoach transportation using hotels, inns or lodges for or early return from the program will result in forfeiture of 100% of the published full
cruise accommodations if necessary due to weather, water conditions or levels, regular tariffs. In addition, any applicable airline cancellation fees, optional excursion
other events of force majeure, mechanical or other conditions beyond the control cancellation fees and administrative fees may apply.
of Gohagan. Gohagan shall not be required to refund any portion of the fare or TRAVEL INSURANCE: National Trust Tours strongly recommends the
make any other compensation under these circumstances. Gohagan may cancel a purchase of trip cancellation insurance, which is available for coverage of expenses
program (or an option) for any reason whatsoever; if so, its sole responsibility is in conjunction with cancellation due to illness or accident. Baggage insurance is
to refund monies paid by the participant to it. Gohagan, however, is not required also recommended. In the event that you must cancel your participation in a travel
under these circumstances to refund the cost of any purchased travel insurance. program, trip cancellation insurance may be the only source of reimbursement.
Gohagan is not required to cancel any program for any reason including without For additional information, please contact National Trust Tours at (888) 484‑8785.
limitation, United States Department of State, World Health Organization RATES: Prices quoted are based on fares in effect at the time of printing and
or other Warnings or Advisories of any kind. Gohagan cannot be responsible are subject to change at any time. On land and/or cruise programs, even after
for penalties assessed by air carriers that may result due to operational and/ full payment, Gohagan reserves the right to increase the program price in the
or itinerary changes, regardless if the passenger and/or Gohagan makes the event of cost increases due to changes in suppliesr costs, currency fluctuations
flight arrangements. Any additional expenses resulting from the above will be paid or fuel or energy surcharges and all such increases are to be paid to Gohagan
by the individual passenger. Gohagan reserves the right to substitute hotels of a upon notice to the program participant of such increases. On programs which
include Gohagan purchased interstate or international air (which originates
similar category for those listed in this brochure. Specific room assignments are or returns to the United States), no increased costs will be passed on after
within the sole discretion of the hotel manager. final payment except for subsequently imposed governmental tax increases.
The air tickets when issued shall constitute the sole contract between the air Upon payment of a deposit, program participants indicate acceptance of the
company concerned and the purchaser of this program and/or passenger. above terms and conditions.
The airlines and other transportation companies concerned are not to be held REGISTRATION: CST#: 2031868-40, WST#: 601 767 666, OST#: TA 0905.
responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on BINDING ARBITRATION: Any dispute concerning, relating or referring to this
board their conveyances. Agreement, the brochure or any other literature concerning the program, or the
ELIGIBILITY: National Trust for Historic Preservation travel programs are program itself, shall be resolved exclusively by binding arbitration pursuant to the
open to members. Membership dues for 2020 are $30 for family or $20 for Federal Arbitration Act, 9 U.S.C. Sections 1‑16, either according to the then existing
individual membership. The minimum age limit for the program is 14. Commercial Rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA) or pursuant to
Children must pay the full price, and those under 18 must be accompanied by the Comprehensive Arbitration Rules & Procedures of the Judicial Arbitration and
a parent or guardian. There is no maximum age limit. Participants must be in Mediation Services, Inc. (JAMS). Such proceedings will be governed by substantive
excellent health and able to participate in program activities. If you have any doubt (but not procedural) Illinois law and will take place in Chicago, IL. The arbitrator and
about your ability to participate fully due to health conditions or disabilities, not any federal, state, or local court or agency shall have exclusive authority to resolve
contact the National Trust at (888) 484‑8785 or (202) 588‑6300. any dispute relating to the interpretation, applicability, enforceability, conscionability,
NOT INCLUDED: Taxes; passport, visas and associated fees; personal expenses or formation of this contract, including but not limited to any claim that all or any part
such as laundry, telephone calls and Internet access unless otherwise specified; of this contract is void or voidable. Please understand that by agreeing to these terms
accident/sickness, trip cancellation, and baggage insurance; gratuities to ship and and conditions, the participant and Gohagan are waiving the right to a trial by jury.
hotel personnel; optional sightseeing excursions; baggage charges on aircraft; local ACCEPTANCE OF CONTRACT: By forwarding of deposit, the participant
departure air/airport tax(es); airfare and associated local taxes, airport facility certifies that he/she does not have any mental, physical or other condition of
and security taxes and federal inspection fees not listed in the “Included Features” disability that would create a hazard for him/herself or other participants and
section of the brochure; transfers and baggage handling to/from airport/hotel/ship accepts the terms contained in this Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk and
on day(s) of arrival and/or departure if you are arriving earlier or later than and/or Binding Arbitration Agreement.
departing earlier or later than the scheduled group transfer(s); any overnight on land
due to flight schedule(s); meals, alcoholic or other beverages and all other services PHOTO CREDITS: Dreamstime, Flickr.com ©DConvertini; Shutterstock;
not specifically mentioned in the “Included Features” section. Pixabay; Wikimedia Commons ©Rodney Campbell; Mackinacisland.org;
AIRFARE: Airfare is subject to change and availability and, depending on the fare Flickr.com ©Humberto Moreno; ©Edsel and Eleanor Ford Mansion; all
basis, likely is nonrefundable. Your airline ticket constitutes a contract between images are rights managed and cannot be used without permission.
you and the airline, even if purchased through Gohagan.
LUGGAGE: Luggage allowance policies are set by the airlines and may change
without notice.
PHYSICAL ACCESSIBILITY: All programs require physical independence and
mobility. Any physical or mental condition that may require special medical attention
or physical assistance (for example, the need for a wheelchair) must be reported
in writing when you make your reservation. Travelers must be able to embark or
disembark motorcoaches alone or with minimal assistance from your traveling
companion and climb stairs and step over raised thresholds without assistance.
Travelers requiring assistance must travel with a companion who will be responsible
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