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takefive takefive JAUNTS & JOURNEYS CAA Saskatchewan travel staff are expertly trained and certified. It's a Smorgasbord Out There by Judy Phillips Manager, Travel Marketing/Groups With so many amazing choices for your vacation dollars, how do you know where to go? We all have bucket lists, preferences, wishes and dreams, so how to simplify? Easy answer: with CAA Travel. Our travel staff are expertly trained and certified. We have exclusive CAA group departures in partnership with preferred suppliers; our own motorcoach company, WestWorld Tours; travel insurance for your vacation security; and a multitude of other services to help make your trip go smoothly. With winter upon us, visions of Mexican and Caribbean beaches, blue waters and tropical beverages are dancing in our heads. It's just a matter of choosing your favourite from the menu of direct charters departing from Saskatchewan. For more adventurous spirits, how about a beach in Bali, deluxe tour to India or coach tour around Turkey? If you love to cruise on the oceans or the world's rivers, we have many wonderful options purveyed by premium companies. As you wander through the plethora of places to see, deals to be had or dream destinations, make it an easy choice. Stop by one of our offices and, as our friends in the shoe business coined, "Just do it!" Check out the travel ads in this issue for great CAA trips. 42 W E S T W O R L D p40-45_Take_5.indd 42 >> WINTER 2012 Book and save 10%, plus $100 per person, Great with Insight Vacations or Trafalgar for bookings made Nov. 1-Jan. 31, 2013.* For more information, contact your local CAA consultant today. EsCAApes (See ad, page 45.) *Some conditions apply. Exclusive CAA Group Departures With us, it's not just a destination Last chance . . . February 9, 2013: Imperial Rajasthan A heritage journey with a Call of the Jungle safari extension. Explore the unique, richly diverse cultural highlights in this state of India on an Insight Vacations premium escorted trip. March 15-29, 2013: Turkish Delights A Globus tour of ancient historic sites and natural wonders. Turkey's Hagia Sophia. Italy's Leaning Tower of Pisa. Rajasthan, India. April 6-18, 2013: Best of Italy With Trafalgar, you'll enjoy the best of this eternally popular destination: hidden treasures, local specialty experiences and exceptional dining. Tour features two-night stays in Rome, Sorrento, Venice, Lake Maggiore and Florence. May 11-28, 2013: Chairman of the Board Cruise – Mediterranean Tapestry Join Ted and Rhonda Hillstead on the annual CAA Chairman of the Board cruise with Holland America aboard the ms Nieuw Amsterdam. The Mediterranean is always intriguing with its history, culture, food and wine. Visit the fascinating ports of Barcelona, Spain; Marseille, France; Monte Carlo, Monaco; Livorno (Florence/ Pisa), Civitavecchia (Rome), Naples, Venice and Messina (Sicily), Italy; Katakolon and Corfu, Greece; and Dubrovnik, Croatia. Package includes cruise pre-tour in Barcelona and an extra day in Venice. September 20-October 1, 2013: Enticing Douro River Cruise with AMA Waterways The Douro River in Portugal is home to some of Europe's most unspoiled natural beauty, with cleft gorges, lush vineyards and sleepy villages. Before joining the ship to sail the scenic Douro River Valley, spend three nights in Lisbon with an excursion to the village of Sintra and a stop in Fatima. Limited availability. Book now. CAA Vacations Holland America welcomes its CAA guests from across Canada March 17-April 6, 2013: Panama Canal Sail aboard the ms Westerdam from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego through the Panama Canal. The colossal locks of this history-making channel are an experience not to miss. April 18-May 5, 2013: Hawaii Aloha from on board the ms Zaandam. Paradise awaits in the islands of Hawaii on this roundtrip from Vancouver. iStock 12-10-19 10:06 AM