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August 20-29, 2022
Nebraska
visits
Football
The Emerald Isle
Cheer on the Huskers vs. Northwestern in Dublin, Ireland
Dear Friends,
We are looking forward to having you join us on one of the most
exceptional tours ever to the lush green hills and smiling faces
of the beloved country of Ireland, while experiencing the thrill of
watching your favorite Nebraska football team in action.
Come with us and visit a country that has fired the imagination
for centuries with its legendary visual drama and embark on
a Nebraska football game that is truly a once-in-a-lifetime
experience!
Discover white-washed lighthouses perched high above the
Atlantic, paint-box colorful villages and palettes of every possible
green imaginable, prehistoric stone-age ruins and fairytale castles
accented by the music of Celtic generations.
If you have ever wanted to experience Ireland, this is the perfect
tour for you to see it all! Please take a look inside this brochure to
learn more about this tour. Once you do, I hope you will join us as
we experience the unforgettable magic of Ireland and Nebraska
football.
Sincerely,
St. Mark’s United Methodist Church
Call Executive Travel’s Group Department today at 402-435-8888. Space is limited.
August 20, 2022 - Saturday and warm welcomes on the west coast their beauty is incomparable. We
Travel to Ireland of Ireland. From the bogs and lakes of make a stop for lunch at our favorite
Our wonderful adventure begins as we the Gaelic speaking South Connemara, smokehouse to sample the silky, smoky
meet at St. Mark’s United Methodist to the mountain vistas of North and texture of smoked Irish organic salmon.
Church’s parking lot to transfer to West Connemara, the diversity is We will discover the mystery of salmon-
Omaha airport for our overnight flight amazing. We will visit Kylemore smoking and the secret of how smoked
to Dublin. Enjoy in-flight entertainment Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden. salmon is handcrafted. Enjoy mosaics
and meal service as you start your Kylemore Castle was built in the late that tell the story of the “Salmon of
dream vacation. 1800s by Mitchell Henry MP, a wealthy Knowledge”, marvel at the nostalgic
businessman and liberal politician. atmosphere and smell the oak-smoke
Today Kylemore Abbey is owned and as soon as you come through the door.
August 21, 2022 - Sunday run by the Benedictine community who Next, we will tour part of the Dingle
Dublin - Galway have been in residence here since 1920. Peninsula.
Experience woodland and lakeshores, National Geographic once called it
Welcome to Dublin! Upon arrival, we magnificent buildings and Ireland’s “the most beautiful place on earth”. It
meet our licensed tour guide and board largest Walled Garden! Browse the local has suffered the Vikings, welcomed
our private motorcoach to take a drive craft and design shop for unique gifts Hollywood stars from a Galaxy far, far
toward Galway. We will make a stop at including Kylemore Abbey Pottery and away, and its most famous resident is
Clonmacnoise to visit the Celtic Crosses award-winning chocolates handmade a dolphin. This is the Dingle Peninsula
at the ancient monastic site close to by the Benedictine nuns. With a stop on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way. This is
Shannonbridge with ruins dated back for lunch on the way, we continue on to Ireland at its best: all sparkling navy
to the 11th century. A walk amongst a traditional local farm for a sheepdog ocean and star-strewn skies - so twinkle
the peaceful stones of this amazing demonstration. For those who look after filled, in fact, that sprawling Inch Beach
area will conjure images of saints and sheep, the importance of a well-trained on the peninsula’s southern stretch is a
scholars of Ireland’s renowned Golden dog can not be underestimated. Despite known stargazing spot. We continue on
Age of learning. The two complete High technological advances in farming, a to Killarney for an overnight. B | L
Crosses will simply take your breath replacement for a skilled sheepdog
away. We stop for lunch before we has yet to be found. For many years,
arrive at our hotel in Galway in the late dogs have been bred to develop the August 24, 2022 - Wednesday
afternoon. Galway is a small university requisite traits of intelligence, stamina,
city, commonly referred to as the “most and obedience with the finest example Cork
Irish” of Ireland’s cities. The historical being the Border Collie. We return to After a filling breakfast, we head out to
city centre has a bohemian atmosphere Galway for an evening at leisure. B | L experience Ireland’s most traditional
and a maze of winding streets so mode of transport with a jaunting car
conveniently compact that it is easily tour, the perfect way to discover the
navigable on foot. Grab your walking August 23, 2022 - Tuesday hidden delights of Killarney National
shoes and take a stroll down the Cliffs of Moher - Dingle Peninsula - Park & the famous Lakes of Killarney.
medieval alleyways with their colorful Killarney As we ramble along on our tour, we are
facades and lovely little street markets. informed of the history, legends, and
We gather to enjoy our welcome dinner. After breakfast, we make our way to folklore of the area – with some Irish wit
L|D see the world-famous Cliffs of Moher, thrown in for good measure! The next
scenic cliffs stretching 700 feet over stop today is at the Jameson Distillery in
August 22, 2021 - Monday the rugged Atlantic coast. The cliffs are Midleton. For over 200 years Jameson
Connemara Ireland’s most visited natural attraction called Dublin home, but in 1975 they
with a magical vista that has captured moved their ever-expanding operation
After a hearty breakfast, we head out the hearts of visitors for hundreds of
to explore the region of Connemara, a to the green expanses of Midleton,
years. They have majestically faced the Cork. We will enjoy a fully guided tour
place of contrasts, colors, wilderness Atlantic for over 350 million years and around the original Midleton Distillery
which brings the stories of Jameson’s August 26, 2022 - Friday beautifully illuminated Book of Kells
rich heritage to life. You will learn about dating from 800 AD to the splendid
the hard-working people and field-to- Dublin Georgian architecture, magnificent
glass processes responsible for the After a rich breakfast, we will head medieval castles, and the fine cathedral
whiskey that bears John Jameson’s toward Dublin. On the way, we make of St. Patrick. We will make a stop to
name. A tasting is included (optional). a stop at the fantastic Irish National visit Guinness Storehouse. Located in
We make a stop for a late lunch en route Stud & Gardens. This state-owned the heart of St. James’s Gate Brewery,
to Cork. Later in the afternoon, we will commercial stud farm also incorporates the Guinness Storehouse is the home
check in to our hotel for an evening at the world-famous Japanese Gardens of the Black Stuff. Our Guinness
leisure. B | L and wild Irish St. Fiachra’s Garden as Storehouse journey begins at the
well as the Irish Horse Museum. It is bottom of the world’s largest pint glass
also home to some of Ireland’s most and continues up through seven floors
August 25, 2022 - Thursday famous racehorses. We arrive to our filled with interactive experiences that
hotel (just outside Dublin), check-in fuse this long-brewing heritage with
Cork - Jerpoint and relax before heading out for dinner. Ireland’s rich history. At the top, you’ll
After enjoying our breakfast, we will visit Tonight we will enjoy a fantastic dinner be rewarded with a pint of perfection
one of Cork’s most loved spots. The with entertainment at a world-famous (optional) in the world-famous rooftop
English Market, an indoor food market traditional Irish pub, one of the oldest in Gravity Bar. Lunch is served at the
in the city center is considered one of Ireland, a genuine 16th-century tavern Storehouse. We are back at our hotel in
the best covered markets in the UK located in the charming and quaint the afternoon to relax and enjoy a cozy
and Ireland. The origins of the English fishing village of Howth. B | D evening at leisure. B | T | L
Market trace back to the times of King
James I in 1610, some four hundred
years previously and has been officially August 27, 2022 - Saturday August 29, 2022 - Monday
trading since 1788. A mix of traditional Dublin Traveling Home
Cork fare and exciting new foods from GAME DAY with all the pre-game fun All too soon, your Irish adventure has
afar, combined with long-standing and festivities, and a hopeful, happy ended. Transfer to Dublin airport in
family-run stalls contribute to the unique plenty of time to check-in for our flight
appeal and atmosphere of this market. Husker victory. GO BIG RED!
and to clear security. You may do some
We are then off to visit Jerpoint Park B | Pre-game reception last minute shopping at the duty-free
and enjoy a guided tour of the footprints stores before boarding and flying west
of a deserted medieval town dating across the Atlantic Ocean back to the
back to 1200AD. Tradition in these August 28, 2022 - Sunday
Dublin United States. Upon arrival at Omaha
parts tells that the earthly remains of airport, we have arranged a motorcoach
St. Nicholas were secretly removed We will enjoy a panoramic city tour of taking us back to St. Mark’s United
from Bari by returning crusader knights, Dublin to see many of the iconic and Methodist Church’s parking lot. B
who brought them back to Newtown historic sites that Dublin offers. Ireland’s
Jerpoint for safekeeping. They buried capital is a fascinating medieval city
those remains with all due reverence steeped in history and youthful energy.
in the church that to this day bears the It is a city full of surprises that will
Saint’s name. The grave of St. Nicholas charm you and leave lasting memories.
is marked by beautifully carved grave The city can trace its origins back
slab just outside the church. Maeve and over 1,000 years. From a small Viking
Joe will share their local stories with us settlement, it has evolved into one of Itinerary is subject to change.
and you will be treated to lovely tea and the most vibrant capitals in the world. A
scones at their barn. An unforgettable city rich in cultural heritage, by walking B = Breakfast L = Lunch
visit! We return to Cork for an evening the streets of Dublin you will see the
at leisure. B | T many reminders from its past, from the T = Tasting D = Dinner
To register contact:
1212 O Street • Lincoln, NE 68508
Phone: 402-435-8888 (ask for Group Department)
Fax: 402-435-2735
GroupDepartment@executivetravel.com
www.executivetravel.com
SECURE ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK:
https://fs28.formsite.com/vLu8mE/MARKS82022/
Package Price: Tour activities for this tour:
This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties.
Per person in shared double room: $3,995
You should expect some long days of touring and comfortable,
Per person in single room: $5,195 sturdy shoes are recommended. Standing at most of the sites must
(limited number of single rooms) be expected; not all places have seating available.
Triple and quadruple rooms not available.
We offer “Pair & Share” service. Ask us to assist in finding your Travel Insurance:
roommate! We recommend travel insurance to help protect you and your trip
A refundable initial deposit of $500 per person is required upon investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer
registration between June 4 and October 15, 2021. Deposit can be a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services. For rates and plan
paid by cash, check or credit card. highlights, please reach out to us.
Once airfare becomes available on October 15, 2021, you will have Travelex Insurance Services, Inc CA Agency License #0D10209. Travel
to make the final decision on whether you are joining us or not. Your Insurance is underwritten by Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance
initial $500 deposit is refundable until October 15, 2021. Company, NAIC #22276.
Committing to the tour by October 15, 2021, requires a second Accommodation:
deposit of $500 plus a professional fee of $75 per person. Local 4-star hotels, final accommodation will be confirmed 90 days
prior to departure. Ask us if you have any questions.
Balance is due on April 22, 2022, and is non-refundable. Balance
can be paid by cash or check. Credit card payment will access a The price quoted within this proposal is based on a USD/EURO exchange
3.5% processing fee.
rate of 1.20 (1 USD = 0.80 EURO). We reserve the right to adjust pricing at
the final payment deadline.
Included: Not Included:
• 8 nights of deluxe hotel accommodation in Ireland • Airfare, all registered travelers will be advised by
• Porterage at hotel October 15, 2021
• All local transfers • Additional baggage fees (FIRST checked bag FREE, 50 lbs)
• 8 full Irish breakfasts • Travel insurance, ask us!
• 5 lunches • Gratuities for local tour manager/guide and driver (estimate
$5 per person per day)
• 2 dinners
• Personal expenses
• Pre-game reception party
• Meals other than mentioned in the tour program
• All transportations as per tour program with private deluxe
motorcoach • Beverages at meals
• Entrance fees to all sites visited in our program • Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than
mentioned
• St. Mark’s tour host
• Professional fee, $75 per person, due at time of registration
• Professional tour guide during all days in Ireland
• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
• Executive Travel tour escort
• All local taxes and fees
Forwarding registration and deposit signifies that you agree to the terms and conditions found on our website at executivetravel.com/eti-home/vacation/escorted-tours
Call Executive Travel’s Group Department today at 402-435-8888. Space is limited. 6/4/2021
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