Trafalgar Offers $600 Savings on European Air-Inclusive Winter, Spring Trips for Bookings by Dec 27

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Trafalgar (www.trafalgar.com) has extended its current offer to save $600 per couple on air-inclusive winter and spring trips booked with Delta and Sky Team partners. Originally ending November 30, 2012 the offer has been extended for all new bookings made until December 27, 2012 through March 30, 2013.

Trafalgar has 25 fully-guided winter and spring European itineraries to Italy, Britain, Ireland, France, Spain and more, each offering the must-see sights with smaller crowds and savings of up to 38% off the cost of summer travel.

“Combining your savings with the already low pricing, this makes winter and spring travel especially great to maximize cost benefits and enjoy Europe during a quieter traveling season,” said Trafalgar USA President Paul Wiseman.

The 11-day Great Italian Cities, from $2375 USD per person, is the ideal trip for travelers looking for a relaxed-pace journey to three of Italy’s favorite cities. Guests enjoy stays of 2-3 nights on average in each destination, starts no earlier than 9 a.m. on most travel days, small group sightseeing in select locations and more. Spending 3 nights each in Rome, Florence and Venice, this At Leisure itinerary gives guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in their destination without the rush of several more travel days. Guests are also treated to a Be My Guest dinner at Villa Calcinaia in Greve in Chianti. In beautiful Venice, guests cruise the canals with a local guide before a Small-Group Sightseeing trip through the city’s narrow streets.

The 8-day Irish Highlights trip, from $1199 USD per person, is a wonderful trip to explore the scenic countryside of Ireland while also visiting numerous cities, cliffs, castles and more. Spending two nights in Dublin and Killarney, with a one-night stay in Limerick and Waterford, guests will get a taste for traditional Ireland. Guests will also be treated to an authentic dining experience with a Be My Guest Dinner in Killarney at an Irish farmhouse.

The savings of $600 per couple ($300 per person) is on new 2013 air-inclusive Europe trips booked and deposited (land and air) between 11/12/12 and 12/27/12 for travel between 01/01/13 and 03/31/13. Air must be booked on Delta (and Sky Team partners, except Alitalia) through Trafalgar in conjunction with a Europe vacation. The offer is not valid on City Breaks, Train Vacations or itineraries in the Eastern Mediterranean. The offer is combinable with brochure discounts, except Early Payment Discount, but is not combinable with other promotional offers, except Show Coupons. Use the Promotion Code: 12AWSDL. CST#2077132-20

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Trafalgar Introduces New 2012/13 Itineraries to France, Italy and Morocco

The Roman Colosseum is visited on Trafalgar’s new 9-day Paris & Rome itinerary for 2012/13 © 2012 Karen Rubin/news-photos-features.com

Trafalgar (www.trafalgar.com), a leader in guided vacations, is introducing three new itineraries to France, Italy and Morocco that offer unique local experiences and exceptional value in its 2012/2013 Autumn, Winter & Spring Europe brochure. The programs are noted for offering local experiences and value.

Trafalgar’s collection of 33 incredible itineraries that visit 18 countries feature Trafalgar’s Insider Experiences, including Hidden Treasures and Local Specialties with Europe’s finest Travel Directors. These itineraries are perfect for travelers looking to experience the wonders of Europe with fewer crowds and lower airfares, plus up to 38% savings compared to travel during the summer months.

On the new 9-day Paris & Rome, travelers get the opportunity to see two of Europe’s most fascinating cities during some of their most beautiful seasons. Spending the first three nights in Paris, guests will see the City of Lights bursting with color in the fall, twinkle amongst lightly falling snow in the winter, or bloom to life in the mild spring. After a morning of sightseeing with a Local Guide, guests enjoy a few days of leisure time to explore beautiful Paris on their own, warming up with deliciously rich hot chocolate in a cafe or quietly soaking up the beauty of the city’s many art galleries. Next, it’s a short flight over to the Eternal City of Rome where guests can drink wine and fill up on fresh pasta to their heart’s content. Three days at leisure gives them time to visit the Colosseum, gaze up in awe at the Sistine Chapel and sip on warm cappuccino.

The new 10-day Best of Morocco is sure to delight the senses, as guests weave their way through the vibrant cities of Marrakech, Fez, Casablanca and Ouarzazate, to name a few. Between resting their heads at beautiful First Class hotels like the Le Meridien and Le Berbere Palace, guests will enjoy highlights like a visit to the Royal Palace in Fez and a trip to the country’s biggest ‘souk’ in Marrakech, plus will have plenty of time to sample the many flavors of Moroccan cuisine and shop for intricate textiles in the exotic bazaars.

The 10-day Wonderful France takes guests to the country’s most vibrant cities and small towns, traveling from Paris to the south and back up again. Highlights include an exclusive Be My Guest dinner amongst the vineyards in Aix-en-Provence, winetasting in Beaune and a daytrip to the jet set playground of Monaco.

“Visiting Europe during the Autumn, Winter and Spring gives travelers an opportunity to immerse themselves in their destination with fewer crowds than in the summer,” says Paul Wiseman, President of Trafalgar USA. “Plus, this time of year represents great savings. Not only are airfares lower, our vacations from November to April are up to 38% less than peak summer months. Travelers can enjoy Europe starting at just $99 per day.”

Limited-time savings: Book and deposit 2012/13 Autumn, Winter and Spring Europe vacations by July 12, 2012 and travelers can save $250 per couple.

Trafalgar is a leading guided vacation company offering exceptional quality and value itineraries to a range of exciting destinations. With 65 years of experience and unrivaled local expertise, Trafalgar provides an authentic insider’s view to create truly unique travel experiences in Europe, Britain and Eastern Mediterranean, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, China, Mexico, Central and South America, USA and Canada.

For more information, contact your Travel Agent, call 866-544-4434 or visit http://www.trafalgar.com. Follow on Twitter at @TrafalgarUSA and @TrafalgarTalk and on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/TrafalgarTravel

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Trafalgar Celebrates 65 Years With Limited-Time Anniversary Sale With Up To $1000 Savings Per Couple, Contest

In celebration of 65 years of providing unique travel experiences, Trafalgar (www.trafalgar.com) is offering up to $1000 savings per couple on a majority of their air-inclusive 2012 European vacations. This limited-time Anniversary Sale counteracts the increasing flight costs set by the airlines and gives guests the opportunity to experience Europe as an insider without having to adjust their travel budget.

These savings are valid on most of Trafalgar’s most popular European trips, including the 9-day Madrid, Seville and Barcelona itinerary heading to sunny Spain. This At Leisure getaway combines several included dining and sightseeing highlights with plenty of free time for guests to explore the cities on their own. In beautiful Seville, guests are introduced to Trafalgar’s unique Be My Guest dining experiences as they enjoy a delicious meal at an authentic Andalusian hacienda. Other highlights of the trip include hop-on/hop-off sightseeing in Barcelona and a fiery Flamenco show in Seville.

Travelers can save up to $1,000 per couple ($500 per person) on new 2012 air-inclusive bookings only when booked and paid in full through March 30. Savings vary by itinerary length, departure date, destination and airline. The offer is not valid on itineraries heading to London, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Russia, Scandinavia and Eastern Mediterranean, and is subject to availability.

Travelers also have the opportunity to win the Madrid, Seville and Barcelona trip for two, courtesy of Trafalgar and bestselling author Patricia Schultz. For more information and to enter to win this fantastic holiday, visit http://www.workman.com/1000places/events/.

“As the travel industry sees airline costs rise, Trafalgar recognizes that consumers are looking for ways to save wherever they can,” says Paul Wiseman, President of Trafalgar USA. “By introducing this limited time Anniversary Sale, travelers can take advantage of impressive savings that will cover increasing flight costs and still leave extra spending money to bring home memories from their trip.”

For more information and reservations, see your Travel Agent or call 866-544-4434 or visit www.trafalgar.com.

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Save $500 per couple on select Trafalgar 2011 air-inclusive vacations to Britain

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It’s not too late to book your summer vacation to Britain, Ireland and Scotland. Explore England’s pomp and pageantry, Ireland’s impressive scenery and Scotland’s proud culture on a Trafalgar guided vacation, and discover more than you would have ever imagined possible. Book by June 20, 2011, and save $500 per couple ($250 per person) on 2011 UK air-inclusive itineraries 10 days or more.

Here are just three of Trafalgar’s vacations to choose from:

Royal Britain – 10 Days. New At Leisure Vacation! At Leisure Vacations combine the very best of expertly planned, guided vacations with the freedom and flexibility of independent travel.  With a more leisurely pace, there is time to linger in each destination. Embrace England’s pomp and pageantry in London’s Buckingham Palace and Big Ben. Visit majestic Windsor Castle and grand Hampton Court to see its spectacular Tudor kitchens, before experiencing the charms of Portsmouth, Isle of Wight, Royal Tunbridge Wells and Brighton, with its Royal Pavilion. Priced from $2199 land only, based on double occupancy.

Best of Ireland – 11 days.  Discover Ireland’s fascinating medieval heritage through Norman Castles, ancient cathedrals and quaint villages like Bunratty.  Admire how handsome cities like Dublin, Kilkenny, Limerick and Galway blend seamlessly with Ireland’s striking landscapes in areas such as Ring of Kerry and Cliffs of Moher. Priced from $2050 land only, based on double occupancy.

Scottish Highlands, Islands, and Cities – 14 days.  From Jedburgh and St. Andrews to the Orkney Islands and Kyle of Lochalsh, explore Scotland’s picturesque castles, grand cities, quaint villages and dramatic landscapes.  Sample Scottish whiskey, watch traditional “piping in the haggis” and see cosmopolitan Edinburgh on this incredible Scottish tour.  Priced from $2899 land only, based on double occupancy.

About Trafalgar

Trafalgar was established in 1947 and provides exceptional worldwide guided vacations to Europe, Britain, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South America and China. Trafalgar’s vacations include First Class hotel accommodations, luxury transportation by motor coach, rail or cruise ship, outstanding cuisine, daily included sightseeing and optional excursions, both with expert Local Guides, and the personal concierge services of Trafalgar’s Tour Directors, who share their insider’s view and reveal hidden places not mentioned in guidebooks.

For more information and reservations, see your travel agent or call (866) 544-4434 or visit http://www.trafalgartours.com. Brochures can be ordered online at http://www.trafalgartours.com.

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