PCMS Travel OpportunitesThe Polk County Medical Society is pleased to offer you group travel, an outstanding value through partnering with Go Next. The tours for the Spring and Fall trips are on the Go Next website link. If you desire a brochure for any of the tours offered please identify the Polk County Medical Society as the group you are traveling with.
Samba Rhythms - Luxury Cruise
March 8 - 21, 2012
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Cruise South America’s eastern shores and discover the pulsating rhythms, natural beauty, and colorful traditions that thrive along the coasts of Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil. Depart from Buenos Aires, known as the “Paris of South America,” an unforgettable city that is the birthplace of the tango and home to a wealth of architecture. Cruise the Atlantic to Uruguay with stops in Montevideo, a cosmopolitan city filled with parks and vineyards, and Punta del Este, a chic beach resort dotted with museums. Continue on to some of Brazil’s most captivating ports of call: Rio Grande, Porto Belo, São Paulo, Parati, Ilha Grande, and Buzios, and discover sparkling beaches, exotic wildlife, botanical gardens, and colonial Portuguese architecture. Conclude your adventure in Rio de Janeiro, whose harbor is marked by the iconic Sugarloaf Mountain.
A voyage with Oceania Cruises is an incredible experience that redefines living on the water.
By combining elegance and luxury with exceptional intimacy and warmth, the 684-passenger
Insignia offers every indulgence imaginable. Whether dining on gourmet cuisine considered
the finest at sea, absorbing an interesting guest lecture, listening to a classical string quartet, or
relaxing in your spacious, well-appointed stateroom or suite, each day aboard the streamlined
Insignia is nothing short of divine.
This is an exceptional cruise on an extraordinary vessel with a popular itinerary, so you are
encouraged to sign up now for the best choice of stateroom or suite. Also, the incredible offer
of 2-for-1 cruise fares with free airfare is only available until June 13, 2011. Welcome aboard!
Asian Explorations - Beijing to Hong Kong Luxury Cruise
March 23 - April 9, 2012
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SPECIAL PRICE REDUCTION 2-FOR-1 CRUISE FARES
WITH FREE AIRFARE IF BOOKED BY JULY 15, 2011
Find yourself in the legendary lands of East Asia, a world filled with rich traditions and mystifying architecture, while cruising in luxury aboard Oceania Cruises’ Nautica. Explore the riches of Beijing, like the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, and Tiananmen Square, before setting sail for Seoul, the vivacious capital of South Korea, where ancient structures artfully intertwine with their modern counterparts. Then spend some time discovering the beauty of Shanghai, where bustling markets and distinct architecture line the Yangtze River. Make way for Canton, where you can explore an emperor’s tomb or meander elegant gardens.
Drink in the exquisite beauty of Ha Long Bay in Hanoi, and see stunning golden temples in Da Nang. Complete your unforgettable cruise in Hong Kong, where graceful temples mingle with modern high-rise buildings. From ancient temples to soaring skyscrapers, vibrant markets to world-renowned museums, natural wonders to cutting-edge technology, this will be the voyage of a lifetime.
Springtime in Paris
May 1 - 8, 2012
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Dear Member,
In Paris, magic is an everyday affair. You can’t help but feel it, from the simplest indulgence
of sipping café au lait in a sidewalk café to the nightly spectacle when the lights of Paris
illuminate the evening sky. As capital to a nation once a monarchy, twice an empire, and
five times a republic, monuments to Paris’s rich and intriguing history are everywhere.
See yourself in this City of Light, where a stunning palace once home to royalty is now
home to royal art, where gargoyles stare down upon you from the lofty ledges of legendary
Notre-Dame, and where the iconic Eiffel Tower dominates the horizon. Visit Montmartre –
a haven for artists – stroll along the Champs-Elysées at dusk, and discover the mystery of
the Phantom in the Palais Garnier opera house. Admire the sumptuous apartments of
Versailles and walk down its magnificent Hall of Mirrors, where the World War I peace
treaty was signed, or go where Allied Forces landed on the shores of Normandy in 1944.
And of course, savor the renowned flavors of France – wine and cheese – after a visit to
the Eiffel Tower. A city of romance, elegance, light, and life, Paris is a city to visit time
and time again.
This exciting itinerary offers an ideal collection of well-designed excursions that will enhance your vacation experience, many of which are included for an unbeatable value. Space is limited and sure to sell out quickly, so sign up now and take advantage of this incredible offer that includes airfare. Remember you can save $500 per couple by booking prior to December 15, 2011.
Jewels of the Mediterranean and Greek Isles
October 13 - 24, 2012
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Journey where ancient empires once reigned and cultural traditions thrive along the coasts of
Greece, Turkey, Italy, France, and Monaco. This voyage sets sail from Athens to some of the
Mediterranean’s most captivating ports and cities, beginning with Kusadasi, a Turkish port
near the famed ruins of ancient Ephesus. Then head to Greece, arriving first in Monemvasia, a
city known for its quaint, cobbled streets and marvelous churches, and then in Argostoli, where
you can meander the city’s archaeological museum to see ancient relics from its tumultuous
past. Next is Sicily, an island rich with timeless architecture and dominated by Europe’s tallest
volcano, Mount Etna. Continue up Italy’s west coast and explore Sorrento’s charming old town,
visit the fascinating ruins of Pompeii, or take in the captivating Isle of Capri. See the red-tiled
roofs of Florence and its Renaissance treasures, or travel to Pisa and see the iconic Leaning
Tower. Before concluding your voyage in Rome, make a stop in the French port of Marseille,
gateway to the Provençal countryside, and take in sparkling Monte Carlo, playground to the
rich and famous.
Cruise to celebrated ports aboard Riviera, Oceania Cruises’ newest vessel, which boasts some
of the finest amenities at sea and exudes a warm, inviting ambiance. The ideal mid-sized Riviera
is luxurious, yet refreshingly casual; spacious, yet comfortably intimate. And with some of the
best cuisine at sea and a staff that provides unparalleled service, this is truly cruising at its finest.
With such an exceptional vessel and popular itinerary, this cruise will fill up quickly. Space is
limited, so you are encouraged to sign up now for your preferred stateroom or suite. Also, the
incredible offers of 2-for-1 cruise fares with free airfare and $2,500 savings per stateroom are
only available until February 29, 2012.
If you have questions about our tours you may contact Go Next directly or the Polk County Medical Society offices at pcms@pcms.org or
515 288-0172.