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The <strong>Sports</strong> Vacation Experts<br />
2009 <strong>Baseball</strong> Edition<br />
BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
Eastern, Central, Western, Southern <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong>...<br />
Over 20 <strong>Baseball</strong> Fanatics Itineraries.<br />
Look for Double Play Specials Inside!<br />
S.T.A.T. BASEBALL STADIUM<br />
HALL OF FAME<br />
FLEXIBLE INDEPENDENT TRAVEL<br />
Short Stops, Spring Training, All-Star Game,<br />
Playoffs <strong>and</strong> more!<br />
BASEBALL HALL OF FAME<br />
TRAVEL PROGRAMS<br />
Induction Weekend, Hall of Fame Classic,<br />
Cooperstown Weekends.<br />
Any Game...Any Place...Any Time! SM<br />
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Have you ever heard someone<br />
say, “My goal in life is to see<br />
every ballpark?”<br />
We hear it all the time! Is this dream on your Bucket<br />
List? You can experience the power <strong>and</strong> passion of<br />
living your dream, as we help to MAKE IT HAPPEN!<br />
Our Mission...It’s still the same as the day we started: Make it easy <strong>and</strong> hasslefree<br />
for individuals <strong>and</strong> groups to attend games <strong>and</strong> sporting events.<br />
<strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> (S.T.A.T.) offers <strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong>, Spring Training<br />
packages, <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame Induction Weekend trips, Football Hall of<br />
Fame Enshrinement packages, Major Sporting Event getaways <strong>and</strong> our<br />
Flexible Independent <strong>Travel</strong> (F.I.T.) vacations that are customized to meet your<br />
schedule <strong>and</strong> budget in order to attend Any Game…Any Place…Any Time! SM<br />
We also develop <strong>and</strong> have managed fan trips for many professional teams<br />
<strong>and</strong> organizations in all sports, including the National <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame<br />
<strong>and</strong> Museum, AAA <strong>Travel</strong>, Pro Football Hall of Fame, Babe Ruth Birthplace<br />
<strong>and</strong> Museum, Oakl<strong>and</strong> A’s, Ripken <strong>Baseball</strong>, World <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> many others.<br />
We are the only sports travel company that is a member of the National Tour<br />
Association (NTA), American Society of <strong>Travel</strong> Agents (ASTA) <strong>and</strong> the Better<br />
Business Bureau (BBB) which lends comfort, credibility <strong>and</strong> reliability as you<br />
arrange your travel plans with us.<br />
The front page news in our travel industry publications state that people<br />
are still traveling. Please remember to treat yourself or a loved one to<br />
an important purchase, one that will provide memories lasting a lifetime:<br />
TAKING A WELL DESERVED VACATION!<br />
When you think about your vacation this year, think about joining <strong>Sports</strong><br />
<strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> – You'll be glad you did.<br />
Sincerely,<br />
To meet your entire<br />
S.T.A.T. Team, visit us at:<br />
sportstravel<strong>and</strong>tours.com/staff<br />
Jay Smith - President<br />
Christine Dadmun - Director of Operations<br />
Keith Powers - Director of Business <strong>and</strong> Tech<br />
Teresa Weybrew - Director of Sales<br />
Sue Bradford - <strong>Travel</strong> Operations Manager<br />
Denise Demers - Operations<br />
Dave Hayes - <strong>Travel</strong> Coordinator<br />
Anthony Incampo - Senior <strong>Travel</strong> Coordinator<br />
Donna Karczmarczyk - Accounting<br />
Michael McGarry - Ticket <strong>and</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> Coordinator<br />
Christopher J. Switzer - Communications<br />
Kathy Carpenter<br />
Billy Canavan<br />
Rich D'Aloia<br />
John "JD" Davis<br />
Jim Dries<br />
Fred Itterly<br />
Dick Johnson<br />
Gary Laprade<br />
Pat Mahon<br />
Madeline Conlin<br />
Judy Colbert<br />
Phil Corrinet<br />
Allen Leache<br />
Jan Folts<br />
Dawn Jenner<br />
Home Team<br />
Away Team<br />
Pinch Hitters<br />
Mike Noftall<br />
Robert Soloff<br />
Mindy Strauss<br />
Carol Swarbrick-Dries<br />
Jeff Sylva<br />
Gerry "GT" Tannenbaum<br />
Dan Wall<br />
Andrew Weiner<br />
John Werner<br />
Red McGarry<br />
Erica Smith<br />
Ryan Smith<br />
Keith Urkiel<br />
Lauren Weybrew<br />
Richard Wyner<br />
Unless otherwise noted, all materials in this publication<br />
are <strong>and</strong> © 2009 by <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong>, Inc. All rights reserved.<br />
Cover Background Photo: © istockphoto.com<br />
Back Cover Background Photo: © istockphoto.com<br />
National <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame trademarks <strong>and</strong> copyrights are used with<br />
permission of the National <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame <strong>and</strong> Museum<br />
Contents<br />
Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2<br />
Staff/Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3<br />
Motorcoach Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . 4<br />
Credibility <strong>and</strong> Reliability . . . . . . . . . 5<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong> Intro . . . . . . . . 6-7<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> Trip Date Index . . . . . 8<br />
Eastern <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong><br />
Triple Decker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9<br />
The Classic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10<br />
The Legends Classic . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong> Slam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12<br />
Triple Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13<br />
Induction Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14<br />
Eastern Loop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15<br />
The Lakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16<br />
The Lakes w/Extra Point . . . . . . . . . 17<br />
Home Run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18<br />
Eastern/Central Hybrid <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong><br />
New <strong>and</strong> Old . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19<br />
Central <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong><br />
Windy City Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20<br />
All-Star Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21<br />
Central Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22<br />
Red Hot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23<br />
Western <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong><br />
So-Cal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24<br />
California Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25<br />
Northerner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26<br />
Feelin’ Lucky . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27<br />
Southern <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong><br />
Southern <strong>Road</strong> Trip Options . . . 28-29<br />
<strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> <strong>Baseball</strong><br />
Stadium Hall of Fame<br />
Hall of Fame Overview . . . . . . . 30-31<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong> Flexible<br />
Independent <strong>Travel</strong><br />
What is an F.I.T.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33<br />
Short Stops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-35<br />
Spring Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39<br />
All-Star Weekend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong> World Champ. Series . . . . 41<br />
College <strong>Baseball</strong> Champ. Series . . . 42<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame <strong>Travel</strong><br />
Hall of Fame Classic . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36<br />
Hall of Fame Induction . . . . . . . . . . 37<br />
Cooperstown Weekends . . . . . . . . . 38<br />
S.T.A.T. TEAM / TABLE OF CONTENTS<br />
Jay Smith, PRESIDENT<br />
P.S. If you have the passion for another sport other than baseball, our second<br />
version of S.T.A.T. trips for all other sports will be mailed to you this summer.<br />
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Motorcoach Efficiency<br />
Credibility <strong>and</strong> Reliability<br />
MOTORCOACH EFFICIENCY<br />
The full study is available on the ABA Foundation website at<br />
www.buses.org/files/2008ABAFoundationComparativeFuelCO2.pdf<br />
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© istockphoto.com - René Mansi<br />
CREDIBILITY AND RELIABILITY<br />
Motorcoaches lead every other travel mode in terms of their fuel efficiency<br />
on a per-passenger basis, averaging more than two hundred passenger miles<br />
per gallon, according to a new study by MJ Bradley & Associates released by<br />
the American Bus Association (ABA) Foundation. The new MJ Bradley &<br />
Associates study, “Updated Comparison of Energy Use & Emissions From<br />
Different Transportation Modes,” shows that motorcoaches offer a whopping<br />
206.6 passenger MPG, the highest of fourteen modes studied.<br />
“On average, motorcoaches use the least amount of energy <strong>and</strong> produce the<br />
lowest carbon dioxide emissions per passenger mile of any of the transportation<br />
modes analyzed,” the study confirms. Among the 14 modes studied,<br />
personal automobiles averaged 22.4 passenger MPG, SUVs 15 passenger MPG,<br />
<strong>and</strong> hybrid cars 46 passenger MPG.<br />
“At a time when automakers are now asking for a taxpayer bailout for their<br />
failure to produce energy-efficient vehicles, the motorcoach manufacturers<br />
<strong>and</strong> the independent bus operators who provide more than 700 million<br />
passenger trips annually continue to be the greenest way to go, with virtually<br />
no federal subsidy,” said ABAF President Peter J. Pantuso. “The motorcoach<br />
industry continues to attract new riders each day the old fashioned way:<br />
through providing a superior travel experience that allows Americans<br />
to reduce their carbon footprints while still maintaining their<br />
freedom of mobility to go to our country’s great destinations,<br />
whether for business or leisure.”<br />
“We hope to work with President Obama <strong>and</strong> the new Congress to lend<br />
a h<strong>and</strong>, not ask for a h<strong>and</strong>out,” Pantuso added. “We are cost-effective,<br />
accessible, convenient <strong>and</strong> hassle-free, as well as green. We bind<br />
the nation together, <strong>and</strong> provide mobility to millions of Americans who<br />
otherwise wouldn’t have it.”<br />
Source: ABA<br />
What do the BBB, IATAN, NTA <strong>and</strong> ASTA mean to you?<br />
Our association designations (BBB - Better Business Bureau, IATAN -<br />
International Airlines <strong>Travel</strong> Agent Network, NTA - National Tour Association,<br />
ASTA - American Society of <strong>Travel</strong> Agents) are your mark of confidence.<br />
<strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> is well connected with thous<strong>and</strong>s of other members,<br />
including hotels, attractions, restaurants, sports venues, airlines, cruise lines<br />
<strong>and</strong> destinations. These partnerships mean that we are able to offer each <strong>and</strong><br />
every one of our customers the best in choice, quality <strong>and</strong> value. NTA, IATAN<br />
<strong>and</strong> ASTA help us make it happen for you.<br />
For years, <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> has enjoyed the benefits of membership<br />
in the NTA, IATAN <strong>and</strong> ASTA, the most respected associations in the travel<br />
industry. By belonging to them, <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> is part of an elite<br />
group of sports travel professionals who take pride in being the very best.<br />
<strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong>’ affiliation<br />
with the Better Business Bureau<br />
only reinforces our commitment to<br />
you, the traveler. The Better<br />
Business Bureau verifies that we<br />
maintain a positive track record in<br />
the marketplace, Advertise<br />
Honestly, Tell the Truth, Honor<br />
Promises, Be Responsive, Safeguard<br />
Privacy <strong>and</strong> Embody Integrity. The<br />
BBBOnLine trustmark allows online<br />
shoppers to instantly verify our<br />
trustworthiness.<br />
NTA MEMBERS ARE HELD TO<br />
A HIGHER STANDARD<br />
• At least three years in business<br />
(the highest requirement in the<br />
industry for membership)<br />
• Professional liability insurance<br />
(of at least $1 million)<br />
• Adherence to a code of ethics<br />
• Financial viability<br />
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BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong><br />
Most of our hotels are located downtown<br />
or within the city limits, which<br />
minimizes travel, so you can enjoy the<br />
sights <strong>and</strong> sounds of the cities we visit.<br />
© National <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame <strong>and</strong> Museum<br />
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exciting <strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> Trip<br />
Features, Benefits <strong>and</strong> Extras!<br />
ATTRACTIONS<br />
A<br />
Our <strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong> offer Major City Attractions when<br />
time permits so you can enjoy the highlights (e.g., Liberty<br />
Bell, St. Louis Arch, Top of The Rock).<br />
B BROADWAY SHOWS<br />
When the schedule allows, our East Coast <strong>Trips</strong> include a<br />
Broadway Show while visiting New York City.<br />
C CITY TOURS<br />
Whenever possible our <strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong> offer half-day<br />
City <strong>Tours</strong> to give you an overview of the sights <strong>and</strong><br />
sounds of the cities.<br />
M HALL OF FAME MEMBERSHIP<br />
<strong>Travel</strong>ers that visit the <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame will receive a<br />
museum membership package that includes 10% retail<br />
discount, annual yearbook <strong>and</strong> much more.<br />
H HOTELS<br />
Most of our hotels are located downtown or within the<br />
city limits to maximize your vacation. Most of our trips<br />
travel by deluxe motorcoach, starting in one city <strong>and</strong> ending<br />
in another, to limit travel time. We stay in hotels that<br />
are in the category of moderate to deluxe. We are so<br />
proud of our choice hotels that we list them for each trip.<br />
There is no reason to hide quality. In certain hotels, breakfast<br />
may be included the following morning (look for BR).<br />
L LEISURE TIME<br />
You will have a balance of sightseeing <strong>and</strong> free time to<br />
explore on your own.<br />
R TRIP RECEPTION<br />
Reception with heavy hors d’oeuvres <strong>and</strong> soft drinks, to<br />
“meet <strong>and</strong> greet” your Tour Host <strong>and</strong> other travelers.<br />
S<br />
BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
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Do More...See More...Drive Less!<br />
We offer a great variety of multi-day <strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong> to fit your budget<br />
<strong>and</strong> geographic destination. Less time driving means more time doing!<br />
To maximize your vacation, most of our trips travel by deluxe motorcoach,<br />
starting in one city <strong>and</strong> ending in another. There is no need to “doubleback”<br />
to the original starting point. We’ve learned from our travelers<br />
that you’d rather spend your time exploring cities, enjoying attractions, city<br />
tours, <strong>and</strong> stadium tours.<br />
<strong>Travel</strong> relaxed <strong>and</strong> hassle-free, knowing that your arrangements have been<br />
made for you by reliable specialists. Our <strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong> are carefully<br />
planned to make the best possible use of your time. Each motorcoach, with<br />
its large panoramic windows, is clean <strong>and</strong> comfortable with reclining seats, air<br />
conditioning, restrooms <strong>and</strong> video monitors that make traveling a pleasure.<br />
All of our <strong>Baseball</strong><br />
<strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong> Include<br />
• Tickets/Admission<br />
• Hotels (tax included)<br />
• Transportation from<br />
City to City<br />
• Tour Host<br />
• Trip Reception<br />
• Trip Documents <strong>and</strong> more!<br />
TOUR HOSTS<br />
Your Tour Host is your<br />
group’s guide, advisor <strong>and</strong><br />
friend. Our Tour Hosts are<br />
true professionals, with<br />
years of experience hosting<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong> for<br />
<strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong>.<br />
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STADIUM TOURS<br />
We include Stadium <strong>Tours</strong> when available to bring you the<br />
excitement of a “behind the scenes” look at baseball.<br />
v INTRA-TRIP FLIGHTS<br />
On trips that have long distances between cities, we include<br />
an intra-trip flight, so you can do more <strong>and</strong> see more.<br />
HIL - INTERLEAGUE GAMES<br />
H DOUBLE PLAYS<br />
Where designated, combine two 2009 <strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong><br />
<strong>Trips</strong> <strong>and</strong> SAVE 10% OFF* the lower price trip (savings<br />
on the base package only, not upgrades or add ons).<br />
*Double Play Savings are not combinable with any other offer.<br />
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BASEBALL ROAD TRIP DATE INDEX<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> Trip Date Index<br />
May June July August Sept<br />
Triple Decker - Page 9<br />
May 22-26<br />
FENWAY PARK, BASEBALL HALL OF FAME, YANKEE STADIUM, CITI FIELD<br />
The Classic - Page 10<br />
June 16-21<br />
FENWAY PARK, BASEBALL HALL OF FAME, YANKEE STADIUM, CITI FIELD, CITIZENS BANK PARK, NATIONALS PARK<br />
The Legends Classic - Page 11<br />
June 17-21<br />
YANKEE STADIUM, CITI FIELD, BASEBALL HALL OF FAME, DOUBLEDAY FIELD<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong> Slam - Page 12<br />
July 3-8<br />
FENWAY PARK, BASEBALL HALL OF FAME, YANKEE STADIUM, CITI FIELD<br />
Triple Play - Page 13<br />
July 3-5<br />
FENWAY PARK, BASEBALL HALL OF FAME, YANKEE STADIUM<br />
Induction Plus - Page 14<br />
July 24-29<br />
FENWAY PARK, BASEBALL HALL OF FAME, CLASS OF 2009 INDUCTION, FENWAY PARK, CITI FIELD<br />
Eastern Loop - Page 15<br />
July 24-29<br />
NATIONALS PARK, CITIZENS BANK PARK, YANKEE STADIUM, CITI FIELD, CAMDEN YARDS<br />
The Lakes - Page 16<br />
Aug 4-9<br />
GREAT AMERICAN BALLPARK, PNC PARK, PROGRESSIVE FIELD, COMERICA PARK, ROGERS CENTRE<br />
The Lakes w/Extra Point - Page 17<br />
Aug 4-9<br />
GREAT AMERICAN BALLPARK, PNC PARK, PROGRESSIVE FIELD, FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME, CLASS OF 2009 ENSHRINEMENT<br />
Home Run - Page 18<br />
Aug 21-26<br />
FENWAY PARK, BASEBALL HALL OF FAME, CITI FIELD, YANKEE STADIUM<br />
New <strong>and</strong> Old - Page 19<br />
Sep 9-13<br />
YANKEE STADIUM, CITI FIELD, FENWAY PARK, WRIGLEY FIELD<br />
Windy City Plus - Page 20<br />
July 9-12<br />
US CELLULAR FIELD, MILLER PARK, WRIGLEY FIELD<br />
All-Star Plus - Page 21<br />
July 9-15<br />
US CELLULAR FIELD, MILLER PARK, WRIGLEY FIELD, FAN FEST, BUSCH STADIUM (ALL-STAR GAME)<br />
Central Express - Page 22<br />
July 25 - Aug 1<br />
KAUFFMAN STADIUM, METRODOME, MILLER PARK, WRIGLEY FIELD, US CELLULAR FIELD, BUSCH STADIUM<br />
Red Hot - Page 23<br />
July 30 - Aug 2<br />
BUSCH STADIUM, LOUISVILLE SLUGGER FIELD, GREAT AMERICAN BALLPARK<br />
So-Cal - Page 24<br />
June 17-20<br />
PETCO PARK, DODGER STADIUM, ANGEL STADIUM<br />
California Express - Page 25<br />
June 17-23<br />
PETCO PARK, DODGER STADIUM, ANGEL STADIUM, AT&T PARK, MCAFEE COLISEUM<br />
The Northerner - Page 26<br />
Aug 11-16<br />
AT&T PARK, MCAFEE COLISEUM, SAFECO FIELD<br />
Feelin’ Lucky - Page 27<br />
Aug 6-11<br />
PETCO PARK, ANGEL STADIUM, DODGER STADIUM, CHASE FIELD<br />
Southern <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong> - Page 28-29<br />
May 20-27<br />
DOLPHIN STADIUM, TROPICANA FIELD, TURNER FIELD, MINUTE MAID PARK, RANGERS BALLPARK , COORS FIELD<br />
Hall of Fame Classic - Page 36<br />
June 19-21<br />
BASEBALL HALL OF FAME, DOUBLEDAY FIELD<br />
Hall of Fame Induction Weekend - Page 37<br />
July 24-26<br />
BASEBALL HALL OF FAME, CLASS OF 2009 INDUCTION<br />
All-Star Weekend - Page 40<br />
July 11-15<br />
BUSCH STADIUM (ALL-STAR GAME)<br />
Eastern <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong> Eastern/Central Hybrid <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong> Central <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong> Western <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong> Southern <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong> F.I.T./<strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame <strong>Travel</strong><br />
Triple Decker May 22-26, 2009<br />
3 Ballparks, 3 Games, 5 Teams, 5 Days<br />
Create great memories over Memorial Day Weekend on this historical trip! Start with an<br />
interleague re-match of the ’86 Series. Then enjoy baseball’s rich history at the Hall, <strong>and</strong> end<br />
your jaunt at New York’s br<strong>and</strong> new ballparks – Yankee Stadium <strong>and</strong> Citi Field.<br />
Arrive in Boston by 2:00p<br />
Day 1 • Boston Fri, May 22<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
FENWAY PARK - NYM@BOS HIL 7:05p<br />
H Radisson Hotel Boston<br />
New York City<br />
Day 2 • Cooperstown Sat, May 23<br />
NATIONAL BASEBALL HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM<br />
M <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame Membership<br />
8 <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> | Any Game...Any Place...Any Time! SM H Hilton Garden Inn Albany<br />
Day 3 • New York Sun, May 24<br />
YANKEE STADIUM - PHI@NYY HIL 1:05p<br />
A Top of the Rock Observation Deck<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
H<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
Double $1,350<br />
Day 4 • New York Mon, May 25 Single 1,783<br />
C City Tour of New York City<br />
Triple 1,239<br />
L Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
Quad 1,183<br />
CITI FIELD - WSH@NYM 7:10p<br />
H Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Day 5 • Depart at Leisure Tue, May 26 Double $110<br />
Single 220<br />
Triple 80<br />
Quad 65<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Double $140<br />
Single 280<br />
“Just wanted to let you guys know<br />
Triple 100<br />
what a great package [you offered]...<br />
Quad 80<br />
We had six in our party <strong>and</strong> all commented<br />
on what a good deal that<br />
package was for the money. More<br />
important was your customer service –<br />
outst<strong>and</strong>ing. Each call resulted in actually<br />
talking to someone <strong>and</strong> each email<br />
was answered promptly. We’ve got<br />
your website bookmarked now!”<br />
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The Classic June 16-21, 2009<br />
The Legends Classic June 17-21, 2009<br />
EASTERN BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
5 Ballparks, 5 Games, 9 Teams, 6 Days<br />
The title of this trip says it all! We’ll kick it off in Beantown <strong>and</strong> head west to Cooperstown<br />
to see where it all started. Enjoy games in new Yankee Stadium <strong>and</strong> new Citi Field, great<br />
attractions (including a Broadway Show), a game in Philly, <strong>and</strong> the finale in our nation’s capital!<br />
Arrive in Boston by 2:00p<br />
Day 1 • Boston Tue, Jun 16<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
FENWAY PARK - FLA@BOS HIL 7:05p<br />
H Radisson Hotel Boston<br />
Day 2 • Cooperstown Wed, Jun 17<br />
NATIONAL BASEBALL HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM<br />
M <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame Membership<br />
H Best Western Sovereign Albany BR<br />
Cooperstown<br />
Philadelphia<br />
Washington, D.C.<br />
New York City<br />
Boston<br />
3 Ballparks, 3 Games, 4 Teams, 5 Days + The 1st Annual Hall of Fame Classic<br />
Hit both br<strong>and</strong> new New York ballparks <strong>and</strong> a day at the <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame. Then see larger<br />
than life legends at the Inaugural Hall of Fame Classic at DoubleDay Field. Along with the<br />
exhibition game, there will be a hitting contest <strong>and</strong> free autograph sessions throughout the day.<br />
Arrive in New York by 6:00p<br />
Day 1 • New York Wed, Jun 17<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
L Evening Leisure Time<br />
H Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
Day 2 • New York Thu, Jun 18<br />
YANKEE STADIUM - WSH@NYY HIL 1:05p<br />
B<br />
H<br />
Broadway Show<br />
Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
Cooperstown<br />
New York City<br />
EASTERN BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
Day 3 • New York Thu, Jun 18<br />
YANKEE STADIUM - WSH@NYY HIL 1:05p<br />
B<br />
H<br />
Broadway Show<br />
Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
Day 4 • New York Fri, Jun 19<br />
C City Tour of New York City<br />
L Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
CITI FIELD - TBR@NYM HIL 7:10p<br />
H Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $1,795<br />
Single 2,316<br />
Triple 1,663<br />
Quad 1,596<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Day 3 • New York Fri, Jun 19<br />
C City Tour of New York City<br />
L Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
CITI FIELD - TBR@NYM HIL 7:10p<br />
H Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
Day 4 • Cooperstown Sat, Jun 20<br />
NATIONAL BASEBALL HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM<br />
M <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame Membership<br />
H Best Western Sovereign Albany BR<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $1,450<br />
Single 1,955<br />
Triple 1,314<br />
Quad 1,246<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Day 5 • New York/Philadelphia Sat, Jun 20<br />
A Yogi Berra Museum<br />
A Liberty Bell <strong>and</strong> Independence National<br />
Historical Park<br />
C City Tour of Philadelphia<br />
CITIZENS BANK PARK - BAL@PHI HIL 7:05p<br />
H Holiday Inn Express Midtown Philadelphia BR<br />
Day 6 • Washington, DC Sun, Jun 21<br />
NATIONALS PARK - TOR@WSH HIL 1:35p<br />
a Transportation to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) will be provided<br />
for departures immediately following the final game. Departure flights should be<br />
scheduled for approximately 8:00 pm or later. For those extending their vacation or<br />
departing from another airport, transportation to our trip hotel will also be provided.<br />
Double $110<br />
Single 220<br />
Triple 80<br />
Quad 65<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Late Departure Hotel:<br />
The Carlyle Suites, Washington, D.C.<br />
Double $75<br />
Single 150<br />
Triple 56<br />
Quad 48<br />
Day 5 • Cooperstown Sun, Jun 21<br />
NATIONAL BASEBALL HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM<br />
DOUBLEDAY FIELD - HALL OF FAME CLASSIC<br />
The Hall of Fame Classic will feature four Hall of Famers<br />
<strong>and</strong> more than 20 other retired Major Leaguers. Along<br />
with the exhibition game, there will be a hitting contest<br />
<strong>and</strong> free autograph sessions throughout the day<br />
for all Hall of Fame Classic ticket holders.<br />
a Transportation to Albany International Airport (ALB) will be provided for departures<br />
immediately following the final game. Departure flights should be scheduled for approximately<br />
8:00 pm or later. For those extending their vacation or departing from another<br />
airport, transportation to our trip hotel will also be provided.<br />
Double $140<br />
Single 280<br />
Triple 100<br />
Quad 80<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Double $52<br />
Single 104<br />
Triple 38<br />
Quad 30<br />
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applicable hotel taxes <strong>and</strong> fees.<br />
Looking for The Hall of Fame Classic<br />
weekend package? [SEE PAGE 36]<br />
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Gr<strong>and</strong> Slam July 3-8, 2009<br />
Triple Play July 3-5, 2009<br />
EASTERN BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
3 Ballparks, 4 Games, 6 Teams, 6 Days<br />
What better way is there to celebrate our independence than with America’s Pastime?<br />
The Green Monster of Fenway, the Hall on the 4th, a pair of games in the Bronx, <strong>and</strong> a<br />
game in Queens – this trip is a true Gr<strong>and</strong> Slam!<br />
Arrive in Boston by 2:00p<br />
Day 1 • Boston Fri, Jul 3<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
FENWAY PARK - SEA@BOS 7:05p<br />
H Radisson Hotel Boston<br />
Day 2 • Cooperstown Sat, Jul 4<br />
NATIONAL BASEBALL HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM<br />
M <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame Membership<br />
A 4th of July Fireworks in Albany<br />
H Best Western Sovereign Albany BR<br />
Cooperstown<br />
Boston<br />
New York City<br />
2 Ballparks, 2 Games, 4 Teams, 3 Days<br />
Cross the three “Big Ones” off your list in one weekend! The trip starts off in the city of Paul<br />
Revere’s famous ride with a game at historic Fenway Park. Then spend Independence Day in<br />
Cooperstown <strong>and</strong> finish at the new state-of-the-art Yankee Stadium.<br />
Arrive in Boston by 2:00p<br />
Day 1 • Boston Fri, Jul 3<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
FENWAY PARK - SEA@BOS 7:05p<br />
H Radisson Hotel Boston<br />
Day 2 • Cooperstown Sat, Jul 4<br />
NATIONAL BASEBALL HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM<br />
M <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame Membership<br />
A 4th of July Fireworks in Albany<br />
H Best Western Sovereign Albany BR<br />
Cooperstown<br />
Boston<br />
New York City<br />
EASTERN BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
Day 3 • New York Sun, Jul 5<br />
YANKEE STADIUM - TOR@NYY 1:05p<br />
A<br />
H<br />
Top of the Rock Observation Deck<br />
Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
Day 4 • New York Mon, Jul 6<br />
A Yogi Berra Museum<br />
YANKEE STADIUM - TOR@NYY 1:05p<br />
B Broadway Show<br />
H Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
Day 5 • New York Tue, Jul 7<br />
L Morning <strong>and</strong> Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
CITI FIELD - LAD@NYM 7:10p<br />
H Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
Day 6 • Depart at Leisure Wed, Jul 8<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $1,795<br />
Single 2,375<br />
Triple 1,642<br />
Quad 1,565<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Double $110<br />
Single 220<br />
Triple 80<br />
Quad 65<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Double $140<br />
Single 280<br />
Triple 100<br />
Quad 80<br />
Day 3 • New York Sun, Jul 5<br />
YANKEE STADIUM - TOR@NYY 1:05p<br />
a Transportation to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) will be provided for<br />
departures immediately following the final game. Departure flights should be scheduled<br />
for approximately 8:00 pm or later. For those extending their vacation or departing from<br />
another airport, transportation to our trip hotel will also be provided.<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $795<br />
Single 963<br />
Triple 757<br />
Quad 737<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Double $110<br />
Single 220<br />
Triple 80<br />
Quad 65<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Late Departure Hotel:<br />
The Sheraton New York Hotel<br />
<strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
Double $140<br />
Single 280<br />
Triple 100<br />
Quad 80<br />
H DOUBLE PLAY<br />
Combine with<br />
Windy City Plus<br />
[SEE PAGE 20] or<br />
All-Star Plus<br />
[SEE PAGE 21]<br />
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“We had a great time [on the Triple<br />
Play tour] <strong>and</strong> really enjoyed the trip.<br />
I also thought you <strong>and</strong> your team did a<br />
very nice job organizing <strong>and</strong> coordinating<br />
the events.”<br />
- Adam R. (Saint Charles, IL)<br />
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Induction Plus July 24-29, 2009<br />
Eastern Loop July 24-29, 2009<br />
EASTERN BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
3 Ballparks, 3 Games, 5 Teams, 6 Days + Hall of Fame Induction<br />
Start off in The Bronx before heading to Cooperstown to be amongst baseball's best for the<br />
Hall of Fame Induction where Rickey Henderson, Jim Rice <strong>and</strong> Joe Gordon will be honored.<br />
Fenway Park <strong>and</strong> the new Citi Field make this a winner!<br />
Arrive in New York by 12:00 noon<br />
Day 1 • New York Fri, Jul 24<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
A Yogi Berra Museum<br />
YANKEE STADIUM - OAK@NYY 7:05p<br />
H Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
Day 2 • Cooperstown Sat, Jul 25<br />
NATIONAL BASEBALL HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM<br />
A Connecting Generations Program<br />
M <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame Membership<br />
H Hilton Garden Inn Albany<br />
Day 3 • Cooperstown Sun, Jul 26<br />
BASEBALL HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY<br />
H Hilton Garden Inn Albany<br />
Day 4 • Boston Mon, Jul 27<br />
S Stadium Tour of Fenway Park<br />
FENWAY PARK - OAK@BOS 7:05p<br />
H Radisson Hotel Boston<br />
Day 5 • New York Tue, Jul 28<br />
L Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
CITI FIELD - COL@NYM 7:10p<br />
H Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
Day 6 • Depart at Leisure Wed, Jul 29<br />
“I just want to tell you that we had a<br />
fantastic time. My two friends <strong>and</strong> I are<br />
still talking about our trip. We enjoyed<br />
everything. Everyone on your staff was<br />
friendly <strong>and</strong> courteous <strong>and</strong> so helpful<br />
to us. The hotel was good. The tour<br />
guide <strong>and</strong> bus drivers were so friendly<br />
to us. We can't say enough good things<br />
about our trip. We are looking forward<br />
to attending next year's event.”<br />
- Shelia C. (Vienna, VA)<br />
Cooperstown<br />
Boston<br />
New York City<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $1,550<br />
Single 2,060<br />
Triple 1,421<br />
Quad 1,357<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Double $140<br />
Single 280<br />
Triple 100<br />
Quad 80<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Double $140<br />
Single 280<br />
Triple 100<br />
Quad 80<br />
H DOUBLE PLAY<br />
Combine with<br />
Red Hot<br />
[SEE PAGE 23]<br />
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5 Ballparks, 5 Games, 10 Teams, 6 Days<br />
Traverse the east coast in style! You’ll start in Washington D.C. with a game at Nationals Park.<br />
Then you’ll head north to Philly to see the World Champs, catch the new ballparks in New<br />
York, <strong>and</strong> then head south to complete the loop in Baltimore.<br />
Arrive in Washington, DC by 2:00p<br />
Day 1 • Washington, DC Fri, Jul 24<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
NATIONALS PARK - SD@WSH 7:05p<br />
H The Carlyle Suites, Washington DC<br />
Day 2 • Philadelphia Sat, Jul 25<br />
A Liberty Bell <strong>and</strong> Independence National<br />
Historical Park<br />
CITIZENS BANK PARK - STL@PHI 4:05p<br />
L Evening Leisure Time<br />
H Holiday Inn Express Midtown Philadelphia BR<br />
Day 3 • New York Sun, Jul 26<br />
YANKEE STADIUM - OAK@NYY 1:05p<br />
A Top of the Rock Observation Deck<br />
L Evening Leisure Time<br />
H Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
Day 4 • New York Mon, Jul 27<br />
C City Tour of New York City<br />
CITI FIELD - COL@NYM 7:10p<br />
H Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
Day 5 • Baltimore Tue, Jul 28<br />
S Stadium Tour of Camden Yards<br />
A Babe Ruth Birthplace <strong>and</strong> Museum<br />
CAMDEN YARDS - KC@BAL 7:05p<br />
H Marriott Baltimore Inner Harbor<br />
Day 6 • Depart at Leisure Wed, Jul 29<br />
Baltimore<br />
Philadelphia<br />
Washington, D.C.<br />
New York City<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $1,650<br />
Single 2,163<br />
Triple 1,519<br />
Quad 1,453<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Double $75<br />
Single 150<br />
Triple 56<br />
Quad 48<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Double $105<br />
Single 210<br />
Triple 75<br />
Quad 60<br />
H DOUBLE PLAY<br />
Combine with<br />
Red Hot<br />
[SEE PAGE 23]<br />
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The Lakes August 4-9, 2009<br />
The Lakes w/Extra Point August 4-9, 2009<br />
EASTERN BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
5 Ballparks, 5 Games, 9 Teams, 6 Days<br />
Dust off your passport for baseball in two countries! Start off in Cincy with an NL Central<br />
matchup, then off to a game at beautiful PNC Park. Catch two AL Central contests in Clevel<strong>and</strong><br />
<strong>and</strong> Detroit, <strong>and</strong> finish by crossing the border into Canada for a game in Toronto.<br />
Arrive in Cincinnati by 2:00p<br />
Day 1 • Cincinnati Tue, Aug 4<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
GREAT AMERICAN BALLPARK - CHC@CIN 7:10p<br />
H Hyatt Regency Cincinnati<br />
Day 2 • Pittsburgh Wed, Aug 5<br />
L Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
PNC PARK - ARI@PIT 7:05p<br />
H Omni William Penn<br />
Detroit<br />
Cincinnati<br />
Clevel<strong>and</strong><br />
Toronto<br />
Pittsburgh<br />
3 Ballparks, 3 Games, 6 Teams, 6 Days + Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement<br />
Which do you like more, baseball or football? With this trip, you get the best of both worlds!<br />
Cincinnati, Pittsburgh <strong>and</strong> Clevel<strong>and</strong> host games, then we shift gears to the gridiron <strong>and</strong> enjoy<br />
two days at the Pro Football Hall of Fame culminating with the 2009 Enshrinement!<br />
Arrive in Cincinnati by 2:00p<br />
Day 1 • Cincinnati Tue, Aug 4<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
GREAT AMERICAN BALLPARK - CHC@CIN 7:10p<br />
H Hyatt Regency Cincinnati<br />
Day 2 • Pittsburgh Wed, Aug 5<br />
L Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
PNC PARK - ARI@PIT 7:05p<br />
H Omni William Penn<br />
Cincinnati<br />
Clevel<strong>and</strong><br />
Canton<br />
Pittsburgh<br />
EASTERN BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
Day 3 • Clevel<strong>and</strong> Thu, Aug 6<br />
PROGRESSIVE FIELD - MIN@CLE 12:05p<br />
L<br />
H<br />
Evening Leisure Time<br />
Hilton Garden Inn Downtown<br />
Day 4 • Detroit Fri, Aug 7<br />
A Henry Ford Museum<br />
COMERICA PARK - MIN@DET 7:05p<br />
H Marriott Detroit Renaissance Center<br />
Day 5 • Toronto* Sat, Aug 8<br />
ROGERS CENTRE - BAL@TOR 1:07p<br />
L<br />
H<br />
Evening Leisure Time<br />
InterContinental Toronto Centre<br />
Day 6 • Depart at Leisure Sun, Aug 9<br />
*When traveling to <strong>and</strong> from Canada, U.S. citizens must have a current passport. Those<br />
traveling from other countries must present a valid passport <strong>and</strong> other documents as<br />
needed (visas or alien cards).<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $1,375<br />
Single 1,726<br />
Triple 1,303<br />
Quad 1,267<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Double $70<br />
Single 140<br />
Triple 55<br />
Quad 45<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Double $90<br />
Single 180<br />
Triple 67<br />
Quad 55<br />
Day 3 • Clevel<strong>and</strong> Thu, Aug 6<br />
PROGRESSIVE FIELD - MIN@CLE 12:05p<br />
L<br />
H<br />
Evening Leisure Time<br />
Hilton Garden Inn Downtown<br />
Day 4 • Clevel<strong>and</strong>/Canton Fri, Aug 7<br />
A Rock <strong>and</strong> Roll Hall of Fame<br />
A Pro Football Hall of Fame<br />
R Exclusive Evening Reception<br />
at the Pro Football Hall of Fame<br />
H Hilton Garden Inn Downtown<br />
Day 5 • Canton Sat, Aug 8<br />
A Timken Gr<strong>and</strong> Parade<br />
A Enshrinement Celebration Fan Party<br />
PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME CLASS OF 2009<br />
ENSHRINEMENT CEREMONY<br />
H Hilton Garden Inn Downtown<br />
Day 6 • Depart at Leisure Sun, Aug 9<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $1,350<br />
Single 1,691<br />
Triple 1,281<br />
Quad 1,247<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Double $70<br />
Single 140<br />
Triple 55<br />
Quad 45<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Double $70<br />
Single 140<br />
Triple 55<br />
Quad 45<br />
H DOUBLE PLAY<br />
Combine with<br />
The Northerner<br />
[SEE PAGE 26]<br />
Our baseball road trip early arrival<br />
<strong>and</strong> late departure days include all<br />
applicable hotel taxes <strong>and</strong> fees.<br />
Our baseball road trip early arrival<br />
<strong>and</strong> late departure days include all<br />
applicable hotel taxes <strong>and</strong> fees.<br />
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Home Run August 21-26, 2009<br />
New <strong>and</strong> Old September 9-13, 2009<br />
EASTERN BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
3 Ballparks, 4 Games, 5 Teams, 6 Days<br />
This blast of a trip starts off with a two game set in Boston for the “greatest rivalry in sports”<br />
before heading to Cooperstown for a day at the <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame & Museum. You’ll finish<br />
off the trip with a stop at each of the two new parks in NYC!<br />
Arrive in Boston by 2:00p<br />
Day 1 • Boston Fri, Aug 21<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
FENWAY PARK - NYY@BOS 7:05p<br />
H Radisson Hotel Boston<br />
Day 2 • Boston Sat, Aug 22<br />
S Stadium Tour of Fenway Park<br />
FENWAY PARK - NYY@BOS 4:10p<br />
L Evening Leisure Time<br />
H Radisson Hotel Boston<br />
Day 3 • Cooperstown Sun, Aug 23<br />
NATIONAL BASEBALL HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM<br />
M <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame Membership<br />
H Best Western Sovereign Albany BR<br />
Day 4 • New York Mon, Aug 24<br />
CITI FIELD - PHI@NYM 1:10p<br />
L<br />
H<br />
Evening Leisure Time<br />
Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
Day 5 • New York Tue, Aug 25<br />
C City Tour of New York City<br />
S Stadium Tour of the Br<strong>and</strong> New Yankee Stadium*<br />
YANKEE STADIUM - TEX@NYY 7:10p<br />
H Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
Day 6 • Depart at Leisure Wed, Aug 26<br />
Cooperstown<br />
Boston<br />
New York City<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $1,795<br />
Single 2,340<br />
Triple 1,655<br />
Quad 1,585<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Double $110<br />
Single 220<br />
Triple 80<br />
Quad 65<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Double $140<br />
Single 280<br />
Triple 100<br />
Quad 80<br />
4 Ballparks, 5 Games, 7 Teams, 5 Days<br />
Experience baseball history first-h<strong>and</strong> by visiting MLB’s newest <strong>and</strong> oldest parks! Start in New<br />
York for a game at each br<strong>and</strong> new park, then off to Boston for a contest at storied Fenway Park.<br />
Finish by flying to Chicago for a pair of games at historic Wrigley Field!<br />
Arrive in New York by 12:00 noon<br />
Day 1 • New York Wed, Sep 9<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
A Yogi Berra Museum<br />
YANKEE STADIUM - TBR@NYY 7:05p<br />
H Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
Day 2 • New York Thu, Sep 10<br />
C City Tour of New York City<br />
L Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
CITI FIELD - FLA@NYM 7:10p<br />
H Sheraton New York Hotel <strong>and</strong> Towers<br />
Day 3 • Boston Fri, Sep 11<br />
S Stadium Tour of Fenway Park<br />
L Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
FENWAY PARK - TBR@BOS 7:05p<br />
H Radisson Hotel Boston<br />
Day 4 • Chicago Sat, Sep 12<br />
v Flight - Boston to Chicago<br />
WRIGLEY FIELD - CIN@CHC 12:05p<br />
L Evening Leisure Time<br />
H Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown-Lakefront BR<br />
Day 5 • Chicago Sun, Sep 13<br />
WRIGLEY FIELD - CIN@CHC 1:20p<br />
a Transportation to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) will be provided for<br />
departures immediately following the final game. Departure flights should be scheduled<br />
for approximately 8:00 pm or later. For those extending their vacation or departing from<br />
another airport, transportation to our trip hotel will also be provided.<br />
Chicago<br />
Boston<br />
New York City<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $1,795<br />
Single 2,306<br />
Triple 1,657<br />
Quad 1,588<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Double $150<br />
Single 300<br />
Triple 107<br />
Quad 85<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Double $110<br />
Single 220<br />
Triple 80<br />
Quad 65<br />
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Windy City Plus July 9-12, 2009<br />
All-Star Plus July 9-15, 2009<br />
CENTRAL BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
3 Ballparks, 3 Games, 6 Teams, 4 Days<br />
Chicago...my kind of town! Three nights in the Windy City make up this great trip – a game at<br />
US Cellular Field, a quick jaunt up to Miller Park in Milwaukee, <strong>and</strong> back to Chicago for a rivalry<br />
game at Wrigley. This trip is perfect for a short vacation to see three great Midwest ballparks!<br />
Arrive in Chicago by 10:00a<br />
Day 1 • Chicago Thu, Jul 9<br />
US CELLULAR FIELD - CLE@CWS 1:05p<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
H Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown-Lakefront BR<br />
Day 2 • Milwaukee/Chicago Fri, Jul 10<br />
C City Tour of Chicago<br />
L Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
MILLER PARK - LAD@MIL 7:05p<br />
H Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown-Lakefront BR<br />
Milwaukee<br />
Chicago<br />
4 Ballparks, 3 Games, 6 Teams, 7 Days + The All-Star Game<br />
This gem starts off in Chicago for three nights, where you hit both ballparks plus Milwaukee.<br />
Then hop on a flight to St. Louis where we catch All-Star Fan Fest, <strong>and</strong> then the main course –<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong>’s All-Star Game where the best of today battle for home field advantage for the Series!<br />
Arrive in Chicago by 10:00a<br />
Day 1 • Chicago Thu, Jul 9<br />
US CELLULAR FIELD - CLE@CWS 1:05p<br />
R<br />
H<br />
Trip Reception<br />
Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown-Lakefront BR<br />
Day 2 • Chicago/Milwaukee Fri, Jul 10<br />
C City Tour of Chicago<br />
L Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
MILLER PARK - LAD@MIL 7:05p<br />
H Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown-Lakefront BR<br />
St. Louis<br />
Milwaukee<br />
Chicago<br />
CENTRAL BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
Day 3 • Chicago Sat, Jul 11<br />
L Morning Leisure Time<br />
WRIGLEY FIELD - STL@CHC 3:10p<br />
H Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown-Lakefront BR<br />
Day 4 • Depart at Leisure Sun, Jul 12<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $995<br />
Single 1,304<br />
Triple 916<br />
Quad 877<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Double $110<br />
Single 220<br />
Triple 80<br />
Quad 65<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Double $110<br />
Single 220<br />
Triple 80<br />
Quad 65<br />
Day 3 • Chicago/St. Louis Sat, Jul 11<br />
L Morning Leisure Time<br />
WRIGLEY FIELD - STL@CHC 3:10p<br />
v Flight - Chicago to St. Louis<br />
H Sheraton Clayton Plaza Hotel<br />
Day 4 • St. Louis Sun, Jul 12<br />
During your stay in St. Louis you will travel via<br />
an unlimited ride Metro Link Pass to explore the city.<br />
ALL-STAR FAN FEST (America’s Center)<br />
L Evening Leisure Time<br />
H Sheraton Clayton Plaza Hotel<br />
Day 5 • St. Louis Mon, Jul 13<br />
A St. Louis Arch<br />
L Afternoon <strong>and</strong> Evening Leisure Time<br />
H Sheraton Clayton Plaza Hotel<br />
Day 6 • St. Louis Tue, Jul 14<br />
L Morning <strong>and</strong> Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
BUSCH STADIUM - ALL-STAR GAME 7:00p<br />
H Sheraton Clayton Plaza Hotel<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $2,495<br />
Single 3,191<br />
Triple 2,295<br />
Quad 2,194<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Double $110<br />
Single 220<br />
Triple 80<br />
Quad 65<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Double $123<br />
Single 246<br />
Triple 88<br />
Quad 72<br />
Day 7 • Depart at Leisure Wed, Jul 15<br />
“The trip was great, I was greatly<br />
impressed on how organized <strong>and</strong><br />
smoothly the tour part went. You guys<br />
did a great job <strong>and</strong> the accommodations<br />
were great as well.”<br />
- Stan R. (Mercid, CA)<br />
H DOUBLE PLAY<br />
Combine with<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong> Slam<br />
[SEE PAGE 12]<br />
Our baseball road trip early arrival<br />
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applicable hotel taxes <strong>and</strong> fees.<br />
H DOUBLE PLAY<br />
Combine with<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong> Slam<br />
[SEE PAGE 12]<br />
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applicable hotel taxes <strong>and</strong> fees.<br />
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Central Express July 25 - August 1, 2009<br />
Red Hot July 30 - August 2, 2009<br />
CENTRAL BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
6 Ballparks, 7 Games, 10 Teams, 8 Days<br />
Get ready to cover all the bases during this 8-Day Midwest Extravaganza! You’ll hit Kauffman<br />
Stadium, the Metrodome, <strong>and</strong> Miller Park before heading to Chicago for games at US Cellular<br />
<strong>and</strong> Wrigley <strong>and</strong> then you’re on to St. Louis for the trip’s closer.<br />
Arrive in Kansas City by 2:00p<br />
Day 1 • Kansas City Sat, Jul 25<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
KAUFFMAN STADIUM - TEX@KC 6:10p<br />
H Sheraton Suites Country Club Plaza<br />
Day 2 • Kansas City Sun, Jul 26<br />
KAUFFMAN STADIUM - TEX@KC 1:10p<br />
L<br />
H<br />
Evening Leisure Time<br />
Sheraton Suites Country Club Plaza<br />
Day 3 • Minneapolis Mon, Jul 27<br />
METRODOME - CWS@MIN 7:10p<br />
H Westin Minneapolis BR<br />
Day 4 • Milwaukee Tue, Jul 28<br />
MILLER PARK - WSH@MIL 7:05p<br />
H Hyatt Regency Milwaukee<br />
Day 5 • Chicago Wed, Jul 29<br />
WRIGLEY FIELD - HOU@CHC 1:20p<br />
L<br />
H<br />
Evening Leisure Time<br />
Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown-Lakefront BR<br />
Day 6 • Chicago Thu, Jul 30<br />
C<br />
L<br />
City Tour of Chicago<br />
Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
US CELLULAR FIELD - NYY@CWS 7:11p<br />
H Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown-Lakefront BR<br />
Day 7 • St. Louis Fri, Jul 31<br />
BUSCH STADIUM - HOU@STL 7:15p<br />
H Westin St. Louis<br />
Day 8 • Depart at Leisure Sat, Aug 1<br />
Minneapolis<br />
Kansas City<br />
Milwaukee<br />
St. Louis<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Chicago<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $1,895<br />
Single 2,432<br />
Triple 1,765<br />
Quad 1,700<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Double $65<br />
Single 130<br />
Triple 50<br />
Quad 42<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Double $88<br />
Single 176<br />
Triple 66<br />
Quad 54<br />
RED HOT ADD-ON<br />
3 Ballparks, 4 Games, 7 Teams, 4 Days<br />
Two Major League ballparks <strong>and</strong> one AAA park complete this phenomenal tour! Start in St.<br />
Louis overlooking the mighty Mississippi, stop by the Louisville Slugger Museum <strong>and</strong> take in a<br />
minor league showdown, before concluding in Cincy at the Great American Ballpark!<br />
Arrive in St. Louis by 2:00p<br />
Day 1 • St. Louis Thu, Jul 30<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
BUSCH STADIUM - LAD@STL 7:15p<br />
H Westin St. Louis<br />
Day 2 • St. Louis Fri, Jul 31<br />
A St. Louis Arch<br />
S Stadium Tour of Busch Stadium<br />
L Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
BUSCH STADIUM - HOU@STL 7:15p<br />
H Westin St. Louis<br />
Day 3 • Louisville Sat, Aug 1<br />
A Louisville Slugger Museum<br />
LOUISVILLE SLUGGER FIELD (AAA) - CHA@LOU 6:15p<br />
H Courtyard Louisville Downtown<br />
Day 4 • Cincinnati Sun, Aug 2<br />
GREAT AMERICAN BALLPARK - COL@CIN 1:10p<br />
a Transportation to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) will be<br />
provided for departures immediately following the final game. Departure flights should<br />
be scheduled for approximately 8:00 pm or later. For those extending their vacation or<br />
departing from another airport, transportation to our trip hotel will also be provided.<br />
St. Louis<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Cincinnati<br />
Louisville<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $895<br />
Single 1,082<br />
Triple 850<br />
Quad 827<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Double $88<br />
Single 176<br />
Triple 66<br />
Quad 54<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Late Departure Hotel:<br />
The Hyatt Regency, Cincinnati<br />
Double $70<br />
Single 140<br />
Triple 55<br />
Quad 45<br />
CENTRAL BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
Add August 1-2 from the<br />
Red Hot to your Central<br />
Express <strong>Road</strong> Trip. Call<br />
today for add-on rates.<br />
H DOUBLE PLAY<br />
Combine with<br />
Induction Plus<br />
[SEE PAGE 14] or<br />
Eastern Loop<br />
[SEE PAGE 15]<br />
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Our baseball road trip early arrival<br />
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applicable hotel taxes <strong>and</strong> fees.<br />
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So-Cal June 17-20, 2009<br />
California Express June 17-23, 2009<br />
WESTERN BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
3 Ballparks, 3 Games, 5 Teams, 4 Days<br />
This quick blast through Southern California starts off in sunny San Diego for a game at Petco<br />
Park, before heading up the coast to L.A. for one game each at Dodger Stadium <strong>and</strong> Angel<br />
Stadium. All three games on this trip will be filled with exciting interleague action!<br />
Arrive in San Diego by 2:00p<br />
Day 1 • San Diego Wed, Jun 17<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
PETCO PARK - SEA@SD HIL 7:05p<br />
H Omni San Diego Hotel<br />
Day 2 • Los Angeles Thu, Jun 18<br />
S Stadium Tour of Dodger Stadium<br />
DODGER STADIUM - OAK@LAD HIL 7:10p<br />
H Westin Bonaventure Hotel<br />
Day 3 • Anaheim/Los Angeles Fri, Jun 19<br />
C City Tour of Los Angeles<br />
L Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
ANGEL STADIUM - LAD@LAA HIL 7:05p<br />
H Westin Bonaventure Hotel<br />
Day 4 • Depart at Leisure Sat, Jun 20<br />
Los Angeles<br />
Anaheim<br />
San Diego<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $895<br />
Single 1,145<br />
Triple 837<br />
Quad 808<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Double $135<br />
Single 270<br />
Triple 96<br />
Quad 76<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Double $70<br />
Single 140<br />
Triple 55<br />
Quad 45<br />
5 Ballparks, 5 Games, 7 Teams, 7 Days<br />
Can you say “Laid Back?” This tour through the Golden State starts in San Diego, then heads<br />
north for a couple of games in each of L.A.’s ballparks. Enjoy an excursion at historic Hearst<br />
Castle, <strong>and</strong> finish up in Northern California with games on either side of the Bay!<br />
Arrive in San Diego by 2:00p<br />
Day 1 • San Diego Wed, Jun 17<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
PETCO PARK - SEA@SD HIL 7:05p<br />
H Omni San Diego Hotel<br />
Day 2 • Los Angeles Thu, Jun 18<br />
S Stadium Tour of Dodger Stadium<br />
DODGER STADIUM - OAK@LAD HIL 7:10p<br />
H Westin Bonaventure Hotel<br />
Day 3 • Anaheim/Los Angeles Fri, Jun 19<br />
C City Tour of Los Angeles<br />
L Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
ANGEL STADIUM - LAD@LAA HIL 7:05p<br />
H Westin Bonaventure Hotel<br />
Day 4 • San Simeon/San Francisco Sat, Jun 20<br />
A Hearst Castle – Once the home of William<br />
R<strong>and</strong>olph Hearst, Hearst Castle® is one of the<br />
largest historic house museums in the U.S.<br />
H Radisson Hotel Fisherman’s Wharf<br />
Day 5 • San Francisco Sun, Jun 21<br />
AT&T PARK - TEX@SFG HIL 1:05p<br />
L<br />
H<br />
Evening Leisure Time<br />
Radisson Hotel Fisherman’s Wharf<br />
Day 6 • San Francisco/Oakl<strong>and</strong> Mon, Jun 22<br />
C City Tour of San Francisco (Duck Tour)<br />
L Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
MCAFEE COLISEUM - SFG@OAK HIL 7:05p<br />
H Radisson Hotel Fisherman’s Wharf<br />
Day 7 • Depart at Leisure Tue, Jun 23<br />
Oakl<strong>and</strong><br />
San Francisco<br />
San Simeon<br />
Los Angeles<br />
Anaheim<br />
San Diego<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $1,695<br />
Single 2,251<br />
Triple 1,583<br />
Quad 1,526<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Double $135<br />
Single 270<br />
Triple 96<br />
Quad 76<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Double $98<br />
Single 196<br />
Triple 72<br />
Quad 58<br />
WESTERN BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
“...thank you for making our arrangements<br />
for the June tour. We had a<br />
fabulous time. John was a great host,<br />
he had the perfect sense of humor for<br />
the dynamics of our group! He shared<br />
some great stories <strong>and</strong> trivia with us<br />
during the trip. It was so very much fun!”<br />
- Joyce P. (Los Gatos, CA)<br />
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“...the group was engaging, inclusive,<br />
diverse, extremely knowledgeable<br />
about baseball...<strong>and</strong> they knew how to<br />
have a good time!”<br />
- Barbara A. (West Hollywood, CA)<br />
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The Northerner August 11-16, 2009<br />
Feelin’ Lucky August 6-11, 2009<br />
WESTERN BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
3 Ballparks, 5 Games, 6 Teams, 6 Days<br />
Start off with a two game set in San Francisco before experiencing a one-of-a-kind Duck Tour<br />
of the City <strong>and</strong> a day to explore. Stay in the Bay Area for a game in Oakl<strong>and</strong>, <strong>and</strong> then hop on<br />
a flight to Seattle for two games at Safeco as the Yankees come to town!<br />
Arrive in San Francisco by 2:00p<br />
Day 1 • San Francisco Tue, Aug 11<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
AT&T PARK - LAD@SFG 7:15p<br />
H Radisson Hotel Fisherman’s Wharf<br />
Day 2 • San Francisco Wed, Aug 12<br />
AT&T PARK - LAD@SFG 12:45p<br />
L<br />
H<br />
Evening Leisure Time<br />
Radisson Hotel Fisherman’s Wharf<br />
Day 3 • San Francisco Thu, Aug 13<br />
C City Tour of San Francisco (Duck Tour)<br />
L Afternoon <strong>and</strong> Evening Leisure Time<br />
H Radisson Hotel Fisherman’s Wharf<br />
Day 4 • Oakl<strong>and</strong>/San Francisco Fri, Aug 14<br />
L Morning <strong>and</strong> Afternoon Leisure Time<br />
MCAFEE COLISEUM - CWS@OAK 7:05p<br />
H Radisson Hotel Fisherman’s Wharf<br />
Day 5 • Seattle Sat, Aug 15<br />
v Flight - Oakl<strong>and</strong> to Seattle<br />
SAFECO FIELD - NYY@SEA 7:10p<br />
H Crowne Plaza Hotel Seattle Downtown<br />
Day 6 • Seattle Sun, Aug 16<br />
SAFECO FIELD - NYY@SEA 1:10p<br />
a Transportation to Seattle/Tacoma International Airport (SEA) will be provided for<br />
departures immediately following the final game. Departure flights should be scheduled<br />
for approximately 8:00 pm or later. For those extending their vacation or departing from<br />
another airport, transportation to our trip hotel will also be provided.<br />
Oakl<strong>and</strong><br />
San<br />
Francisco<br />
Seattle<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $1,695<br />
Single 2,212<br />
Triple 1,566<br />
Quad 1,501<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Double $98<br />
Single 196<br />
Triple 72<br />
Quad 58<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Double $98<br />
Single 196<br />
Triple 72<br />
Quad 58<br />
4 Ballparks, 4 Games, 7 Teams, 6 Days + The One <strong>and</strong> Only Las Vegas!<br />
Petco Park in San Diego begins this voyage before heading up to L.A. for a couple of games at<br />
Angel <strong>and</strong> Dodger Stadium. Head east to Vegas <strong>and</strong> if you’re Feelin’ Lucky, try to beat the<br />
house! Then head south to Phoenix for one at Chase Field to finish this southwestern loop.<br />
Arrive in San Diego by 2:00p<br />
Day 1 • San Diego Thu, Aug 6<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
PETCO PARK - NYM@SD 7:05p<br />
H Omni San Diego Hotel<br />
Day 2 • Anaheim Fri, Aug 7<br />
ANGEL STADIUM - TEX@LAA 7:05p<br />
H DoubleTree Anaheim<br />
Day 3 • Anaheim/Los Angeles Sat, Aug 8<br />
S Stadium Tour of Dodger Stadium<br />
C City Tour of Los Angeles<br />
DODGER STADIUM - ATL@LAD 7:10p<br />
H DoubleTree Anaheim<br />
Day 4 • Las Vegas Sun, Aug 9<br />
L<br />
H<br />
Leisure Time in Las Vegas<br />
MGM Gr<strong>and</strong> Las Vegas<br />
Day 5 • Phoenix Mon, Aug 10<br />
CHASE FIELD - NYM@ARI 6:40p<br />
H Hyatt Regency Phoenix<br />
Day 6 • Depart at Leisure Tue, Aug 11<br />
Los<br />
Angeles<br />
Anaheim<br />
San Diego<br />
Las Vegas<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Phoenix<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $1,350<br />
Single 1,697<br />
Triple 1,275<br />
Quad 1,238<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL NIGHT<br />
Double $135<br />
Single 270<br />
Triple 96<br />
Quad 76<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHT<br />
Double $77<br />
Single 154<br />
Triple 58<br />
Quad 49<br />
WESTERN BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
H DOUBLE PLAY<br />
Combine with<br />
The Lakes<br />
[SEE PAGE 16] or<br />
Feelin’ Lucky<br />
[SEE PAGE 27]<br />
H DOUBLE PLAY<br />
Combine with<br />
The Northerner<br />
[SEE PAGE 26]<br />
Our baseball road trip early arrival<br />
<strong>and</strong> late departure days include all<br />
applicable hotel taxes <strong>and</strong> fees.<br />
Our baseball road trip early arrival<br />
<strong>and</strong> late departure days include all<br />
applicable hotel taxes <strong>and</strong> fees.<br />
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SOUTHERN BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
Southern <strong>Road</strong> Trip Options<br />
We have put together 5 different options for you to visit the good ole boys of the south!<br />
The Southern Exposure <strong>and</strong> the Texas Two Step for a short blast to two or three ballparks,<br />
the Southern Express <strong>and</strong> the Texas Two Step High for a nice 5-day trip, or the Southern Express<br />
Plus for the whole enchilada which features a run thru many different climates <strong>and</strong> l<strong>and</strong>scapes.<br />
All you need to do now is decide which one is the best fit for you!<br />
Arrive in Fort Lauderdale by 2:00p<br />
Day 1 • Fort Lauderdale/Miami Wed, May 20<br />
R Trip Reception<br />
DOLPHIN STADIUM - ARI@FLA 7:05p<br />
H Sheraton Suites Cypress Creek<br />
Day 2 • Tampa Thu, May 21<br />
TROPICANA FIELD - OAK@TBR 4:08p<br />
H Sheraton Suites Tampa Westshore<br />
Day 3 • Atlanta Fri, May 22<br />
v Flight - Tampa to Atlanta<br />
A Georgia Aquarium<br />
TURNER FIELD - TOR@ATL HIL 7:05p<br />
H Omni Hotel at CNN Center<br />
Day 4 • Houston Sat, May 23<br />
v Flight - Atlanta to Houston<br />
MINUTE MAID PARK - TEX@HOU HIL 3:10p<br />
L Evening Leisure Time<br />
H The Westin Galleria Houston<br />
Day 5 • Houston/Arlington Sun, May 24<br />
MINUTE MAID PARK - TEX@HOU HIL 1:00p<br />
H Sheraton Gr<strong>and</strong> Hotel<br />
Day 6 • Arlington/Denver Mon, May 25<br />
RANGERS BALLPARK - NYY@TEX 1:05p<br />
v Flight - Dallas to Denver<br />
H Comfort Inn Downtown Denver BR<br />
Day 7 • Denver Tue, May 26<br />
S Stadium Tour of Coors Field<br />
COORS FIELD - LAD@COL 6:40p<br />
H Comfort Inn Downtown Denver BR<br />
Day 8 • Denver Wed, May 27<br />
COORS FIELD - LAD@COL 1:10p<br />
a Transportation to Denver International Airport (DEN) will be provided for departures<br />
immediately following the final game. Departure flights should be scheduled for approximately<br />
8:00 pm or later. For those extending their vacation or departing from another<br />
airport, transportation to our trip hotel will also be provided.<br />
“We are back <strong>and</strong> had a wonderful time...Everything was just<br />
great! Very well put together. Thank you so much.”<br />
- Joan G. (New York, NY)<br />
Southern Exposure<br />
May 20-23, 2009<br />
3 Ballparks, 3 Games, 6 Teams, 4 Days<br />
Hit the Southeast on this quick 4-day blast thru Florida<br />
<strong>and</strong> Georgia! Start off at baseball’s southernmost park,<br />
Dolphin Stadium, then head across Alligator Alley <strong>and</strong> up<br />
to St. Pete for a stop at Tropicana Field, before finishing<br />
with a flight <strong>and</strong> a game in Atlanta! Depart at Leisure<br />
from Atlanta, Sat, May 23.<br />
Southern Express<br />
May 20-25, 2009<br />
5 Ballparks, 6 Games, 9 Teams, 6 Days<br />
Take in our Southern Hospitality on this trip that starts in<br />
South Florida for a game at Dolphin Stadium <strong>and</strong> then to<br />
the Gulf Coast for one at the Trop. Hop on a flight to<br />
Atlanta for an Interleague matchup at Turner Field, one<br />
more flight to Houston for a pair of games to see who’s<br />
the best in Texas, <strong>and</strong> finish off in Arlington for the<br />
finale at Rangers Ballpark!<br />
a Transportation to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) will be provided for<br />
departures immediately following the final game in Arlington, Monday, May 25. Departure<br />
flights should be scheduled for approximately 8:00 pm or later. For those extending their vacation<br />
or departing from another airport, transportation to our trip hotel will also be provided.<br />
Southern Express Plus<br />
May 20-27, 2009<br />
6 Ballparks, 8 Games, 11 Teams, 8 Days<br />
From the Atlantic Ocean to the Rocky Mountains, this<br />
trip has it all! See Dolphin Stadium, The Trop, Turner<br />
Field, <strong>and</strong> a pair at Minute Maid. After Rangers Ballpark,<br />
you’ll finish this tour enjoying two games in the fresh<br />
mountain air of Mile High City! Depart at Leisure from<br />
Denver, Thu, May 27.<br />
Texas Two Step<br />
May 23-25, 2009<br />
2 Ballparks, 3 Games, 3 Teams, 3 Days<br />
Arrive in Houston by 11:00a. Grab a partner, Dosey Doe!<br />
See the state’s rivalry unfold in Houston during a pair of<br />
games at Minute Maid Park. Then head up to Arlington<br />
to see New York play at Rangers Ballpark.<br />
a Transportation to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) will be provided for<br />
departures immediately following the final game in Arlington, Monday, May 25. Departure<br />
flights should be scheduled for approximately 8:00 pm or later. For those extending their vacation<br />
or departing from another airport, transportation to our trip hotel will also be provided.<br />
Texas Two Step High<br />
May 23-27, 2009<br />
3 Ballparks, 5 Games, 5 Teams, 5 Days<br />
Arrive in Houston by 11:00a. Start off “deep in the heart of<br />
Texas!” for a pair of Interleague games in Houston, head<br />
north to Arlington for a game at Rangers Ballpark, then<br />
head to the Rocky Mountains for a pair of games in Denver<br />
at Coors Field.<br />
Denver<br />
Arlington<br />
Houston<br />
Atlanta<br />
Tampa<br />
Miami<br />
SOUTHERN EXPOSURE<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $975<br />
Single 1,180<br />
Triple 930<br />
Quad 910<br />
SOUTHERN EXPRESS<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Double $1,695<br />
Single 2,034<br />
Triple 1,622<br />
Quad 1,585<br />
SOUTHERN EXPRESS PLUS<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Double $2,295<br />
Single 2,771<br />
Triple 2,190<br />
Quad 2,140<br />
TEXAS TWO STEP<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Double $695<br />
Single 843<br />
Triple 665<br />
Quad 649<br />
TEXAS TWO STEP HIGH<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Double $1,395<br />
Single 1,678<br />
Triple 1,332<br />
Quad 1,301<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL /<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHTS<br />
Please call for Early Arrival<br />
<strong>and</strong> Late Departure rates.<br />
SOUTHERN BASEBALL ROAD TRIPS<br />
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SPORTS TRAVEL AND TOURS BASEBALL STADIUM HALL OF FAME<br />
<strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong>’ <strong>Baseball</strong><br />
Class of 2005<br />
This coming July, some very loyal baseball fans will<br />
be inducted into the <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> Stadium<br />
Hall of Fame, during the <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame<br />
Induction Weekend in Cooperstown, NY.<br />
This event takes place in the Bullpen Theater at the National <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of<br />
Fame <strong>and</strong> Museum. Ten years ago, <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong>, in collaboration<br />
with the <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame, developed this program for fans that have<br />
attended games in all 30 Big League ballparks on S.T.A.T. <strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong>.<br />
“We hear from our avid baseball fans all the time that their dream is to see<br />
a game in every stadium,” said Jay Smith, President of <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong><br />
<strong>Tours</strong>. “So we contacted the Hall of Fame <strong>and</strong> they agreed to honor these<br />
special fans.”<br />
<strong>Travel</strong>ers receive a custom Passport to <strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>and</strong> a “stamp” for each ballpark<br />
visited. Once a fan visits all 30 ballparks with <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong>,<br />
they are inducted into the Stadium Hall of Fame. “This will be our third class<br />
since we initiated the program,” said Teresa Weybrew, Director of Sales for<br />
<strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong>. “In 2005, we inducted 17 fans the weekend that<br />
Wade Boggs, Ryne S<strong>and</strong>berg <strong>and</strong> Peter Gammons were honored. At present,<br />
we have 22 fans eligible for Induction in 2009.”<br />
“Inductees come from all over the country <strong>and</strong> have diverse backgrounds,”<br />
said Christopher J. Switzer, Marketing Coordinator for <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong>.<br />
“We have inductees from Tennessee <strong>and</strong> Ohio, Florida <strong>and</strong> Missouri, even a<br />
husb<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> wife from Minnesota <strong>and</strong> brothers from Texas. The common<br />
thread between these inductees is their love of baseball <strong>and</strong> the monumental<br />
achievement of visiting every Big League ballpark,” said Switzer.<br />
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Stadium Hall of Fame<br />
“We are delighted to go into the Stadium Hall of<br />
Fame, <strong>and</strong> to be honest, we feel that this journey has<br />
been just as fun <strong>and</strong> exciting as the final destination<br />
will be. We enjoyed all the trips <strong>and</strong> working our<br />
way through all the stadiums to this Hall of Fame,”<br />
said Angelo Volpe who along with his wife<br />
Jennette completed their stadium list in July with<br />
an independent trip to DC. “We are really looking forward to<br />
next summer <strong>and</strong> Induction weekend, as we have met <strong>and</strong> become friends<br />
with several of the other inductees during our travels <strong>and</strong> we plan on continuing<br />
our baseball trips with <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong>” added Volpe.<br />
“We’re extremely excited about the number of Inductees for the Class of<br />
2009,” said Anthony Incampo, Project Manager for the <strong>Baseball</strong> Stadium Hall<br />
of Fame Program. “And there are several fans who are knocking on the Hall<br />
of Fame’s door, needing only 2 or 3 stadium visits to complete this feat.”<br />
“We even inform the inductees favorite teams of this upcoming honor. The<br />
response has been excellent for previous classes, with the team honoring<br />
inductees locally in their publications <strong>and</strong> at the ballpark.” said Weybrew.<br />
“The Brewers provided inductee Stephanie London (‘01) with a jersey <strong>and</strong><br />
hat, the Giants gave Brian Westgate (‘01) an autographed ball, hat <strong>and</strong> jersey<br />
while the Rays honored fan Red McGarry (‘01) with a hat, jersey <strong>and</strong> had him<br />
throw out the first pitch at a Rays’ game!”<br />
This year’s Stadium Hall of Fame Honoree Reception <strong>and</strong> Induction Ceremony<br />
will take place over the National <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame’s Induction Weekend,<br />
July 24-26, 2009. The weekend culminates with the National <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of<br />
Fame, Class of 2009 Induction Ceremonies, Sunday, July 26.<br />
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More than just <strong>Baseball</strong><br />
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If you’re not already on our<br />
mailing list, call 800-662-4424<br />
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Halls of Fame<br />
Be there when your favorite player, coach or<br />
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Whether it is baseball, football, basketball or<br />
hockey, we are the specialists in hall of fame<br />
travel, <strong>and</strong> we offer you a weekend of memories.<br />
Football Getaways<br />
Our Football <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong> let you experience all of<br />
the gridiron action without any of the headaches<br />
of planning!<br />
Premier Sporting Events<br />
Experience the thrill of a lifetime <strong>and</strong> attend your<br />
favorite major sporting event. You have the opportunity<br />
to be on the finish line at the Derby, root for<br />
your favorite teams at the big Bowl Games, or see<br />
today’s stars play in an All-Star Game.<br />
Custom Golf Vacations<br />
We have created an easy <strong>and</strong> hassle-free way for<br />
you to play world-class championship golf on emerald<br />
green courses designed by the world’s greatest<br />
architects in the best golf vacation areas of the<br />
world. There are packages <strong>and</strong> courses available for<br />
golfers in all price ranges <strong>and</strong> all skill levels.<br />
Flexible Independent <strong>Travel</strong><br />
(F.I.T.) Custom Vacations<br />
We customize Flexible Independent <strong>Travel</strong> (F.I.T.)<br />
programs that will meet your schedule <strong>and</strong> budget.<br />
We work with individuals <strong>and</strong> groups for trips to<br />
all sports venues. We have created an easy <strong>and</strong><br />
hassle-free way for the fan to travel <strong>and</strong> see<br />
any sporting event or series of games with our<br />
“Any Game...Any Place...Any Time!” SM program.<br />
It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3!<br />
Looking for Ticket Packages?<br />
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including baseball, basketball, football, hockey,<br />
tennis, golf, auto racing, horse racing, boxing –<br />
as well as theater <strong>and</strong> concerts too!<br />
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What is an F.I.T.?<br />
F.I.T. is short for “Flexible Independent <strong>Travel</strong>”.<br />
We work with individuals <strong>and</strong> groups for trips to all<br />
sports venues within your timeframe <strong>and</strong> budget.<br />
An F.I.T. is a self-directed <strong>Travel</strong> Program without a <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong><br />
host. You decide where you want to go, when you want to go, <strong>and</strong> what<br />
you’re doing with your time when you are there. <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong><br />
eliminates the time <strong>and</strong> guess work.<br />
Through our vast network of affiliates, associations <strong>and</strong> travel partners,<br />
our <strong>Travel</strong> Coordinators can find the best hotel at the best price <strong>and</strong> exclusive<br />
tickets to games <strong>and</strong> events for any sport.<br />
Need a rental car? No problem. Transfers from the airport to the hotel?<br />
We’ve got those. Just leave it all to your friendly <strong>Travel</strong> Coordinators.<br />
Any sport you choose, we’ll “Make It Happen” for you!<br />
It’s as<br />
easy<br />
as...<br />
1. Visit our website <strong>and</strong> choose the stadium(s) you want to visit.<br />
2. Click on the games <strong>and</strong> timeframe you would like to go.<br />
3. Book the trip online or over the phone at 800-550-2FIT.<br />
Need Help? Call a <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong><br />
Expert, Toll Free at 800-550-2FIT.<br />
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SHORT STOPS<br />
Short Stops<br />
Any Series...Any Ballpark...Any Time!<br />
The Ballpark of Your Choice<br />
<strong>Travel</strong> Your Way on Your Budget!<br />
ACCOMMODATIONS<br />
<strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> carefully selects a hotel to fit your needs <strong>and</strong> budget –<br />
Whether you want to be in the city or right next to the ballpark.<br />
CHOICE<br />
Do you need a rental car? We’ll take care of it! Transfers from the airport to<br />
the hotel? We can arrange it! Would you like upgraded tickets? Just leave it all<br />
to your friendly <strong>Travel</strong> Coordinators. We’re here to “Make It Happen” for you!<br />
SHORT STOPS<br />
FLEXIBILITY<br />
<strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong>’ Short Stops deliver the ultimate in flexibility, so you<br />
can travel where, when <strong>and</strong> how you want <strong>and</strong> at your own pace.<br />
ANY SERIES...ANY BALLPARK..ANY TIME!<br />
The Choice is Yours!<br />
What’s your budget?<br />
You choose how much you want to spend!<br />
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“Everything exceeded<br />
our expectations. We<br />
look forward to working<br />
with you again.”<br />
- Tracey T. (West Kingston, RI)<br />
Your Short Stop Includes<br />
• Your Choice of Hotel Accommodations<br />
• Your Choice of Games Tickets<br />
• Car Rental with Unlimited Mileage or<br />
Airport/Hotel Roundtrip Transfers<br />
Your <strong>Travel</strong> Coordinator will advise you as to which option<br />
is more appropriate in your Short Stop destination city.<br />
• 24 Hour Trip Assistance<br />
• Final Document Package<br />
• Trip Souvenir<br />
• Hotel Taxes<br />
You can add-on...<br />
• Upgraded Tickets<br />
• Theatre Shows or Concerts<br />
• City <strong>Tours</strong>/Sightseeing<br />
• Virtually anything you would like...<br />
We will make it happen!<br />
Short Stops are available in<br />
all Major League Cities<br />
for every series!<br />
Call 800-550-2FIT Today!<br />
You<br />
choose the<br />
Price!<br />
The Ultimate in Flexibility<br />
With <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong>’<br />
F.I.T. Short Stops, you choose<br />
how much you want to<br />
spend. Our friendly <strong>Travel</strong><br />
Coordinators will arrange<br />
accommodations, tickets<br />
<strong>and</strong> transportation to fit<br />
your budget.<br />
It’s up to<br />
You!<br />
“It was a real dream<br />
trip come true for us,<br />
<strong>and</strong> we really appreciate<br />
all your help.”<br />
- Bonnie & Jim M. (Medford, OR)<br />
Reward yourself,<br />
Call 800-550-2FIT!<br />
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Hall of Fame Classic<br />
Hall of Fame Induction Weekend<br />
NATIONAL BASEBALL HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM TRAVEL<br />
June 19-21, 2009<br />
Doubleday Field - Cooperstown, NY<br />
The National <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame <strong>and</strong> Museum will salute the start of the 2009 summer<br />
season <strong>and</strong> Father's Day with the beginning of a new tradition in Cooperstown: Hall of Fame<br />
Classic Weekend. The perfect trip for a father <strong>and</strong> his children to bond over the National<br />
Pastime <strong>and</strong> see legends play live in person.<br />
Your Package Includes<br />
• Three Days/Two Nights Hotel Accommodations<br />
Lake View Motel - Cooperstown, NY<br />
June 19-21, 2009<br />
• Reserved Ticket to Hall of Fame Classic<br />
The Hall of Fame Classic will feature four Hall of Famers <strong>and</strong><br />
more than 20 other retired Major Leaguers. Along with the<br />
exhibition game, there will be a hitting contest <strong>and</strong> free<br />
autograph sessions throughout the day for all Hall of Fame<br />
Classic ticket holders.<br />
Doubleday Field - Sun, June 21, 2009<br />
• National <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame <strong>and</strong> Museum<br />
Admission Sat, June 20, 2009 <strong>and</strong> Sun, June 21, 2009<br />
• <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame Membership<br />
Hall of Fame Membership for one year which entitles you to<br />
a subscription to Memories <strong>and</strong> Dreams magazine, a Hall of<br />
Fame Yearbook, 10% discount on purchases from the<br />
Museum Store, catalog, website <strong>and</strong> much more!<br />
• Car Rental with Unlimited Mileage<br />
• 24 Hour Trip Assistance<br />
• Final Document Package<br />
• Trip Souvenir<br />
• Hotel Taxes<br />
Experience this weekend as<br />
part of a <strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> Trip<br />
with The Legend’s Classic. [SEE PAGE 11]<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $525<br />
Single 815<br />
Triple 450<br />
Quad 399<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL /<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHTS<br />
Double $113<br />
Single 225<br />
Triple 83<br />
Quad 65<br />
All Packages are subject to change<br />
<strong>and</strong> availability until final reservations<br />
are confirmed.<br />
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July 24-26, 2009<br />
National <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame - Cooperstown, NY<br />
Make plans to be in Cooperstown, NY this summer for what is always one of the highlights of<br />
the year, the annual <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The 2009 Induction Class will<br />
include the great leadoff hitter <strong>and</strong> all-time stolen base leader Rickey Henderson, career Red<br />
Sox slugger Jim Rice <strong>and</strong> Veteran's Committee electee Joe Gordon.<br />
Your Package Includes<br />
• Three Days/Two Nights Hotel Accommodations<br />
Your Choice of Moderate Hotel (e.g., Best Western Sovereign)<br />
or Deluxe Hotel (e.g., The Desmond Hotel)<br />
July 24-26, 2009<br />
• Trip Reception<br />
• Admission to Connecting Generations<br />
This program allows visitors to compete in a fun trivia contest<br />
with previously inducted Hall of Famers. Afterward, selected<br />
fans may ask questions of those Hall of Famers on stage.<br />
Clark <strong>Sports</strong> Center - Sat, July 25, 2009<br />
• Induction Ceremonies<br />
Your Choice of Open Lawn Seating or VIP Seating (within<br />
the same fenced-in/reserved area as media, player's families<br />
<strong>and</strong> veterans) at the Induction Ceremonies.<br />
Clark <strong>Sports</strong> Center, Sun, July 26, 2009<br />
• National <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame <strong>and</strong> Museum<br />
Admission Sat, July 25, 2009 <strong>and</strong> Sun, July 26, 2009<br />
• <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame Membership<br />
Hall of Fame Membership for one year which entitles you to<br />
a subscription to Memories <strong>and</strong> Dreams magazine, a Hall of<br />
Fame Yearbook, 10% discount on purchases from the<br />
Museum Store, catalog, website <strong>and</strong> much more!<br />
• Roundtrip Event Transfers Saturday <strong>and</strong> Sunday<br />
Motorcoach transportation to/from Cooperstown<br />
• Breakfast Each Morning<br />
• Tour Host On Site<br />
• Twenty-Four Hour Trip Assistance<br />
• Final Document Package<br />
• Trip Souvenir<br />
• Hotel Taxes<br />
MODERATE HOTEL<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $550<br />
Single 715<br />
Triple 499<br />
Quad 475<br />
w/VIP Induction Seating<br />
Double $799<br />
Single 965<br />
Triple 750<br />
Quad 725<br />
DELUXE HOTEL<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Double $650<br />
Single 850<br />
Triple 599<br />
Quad 580<br />
w/VIP Induction Seating<br />
Double $899<br />
Single 1,099<br />
Triple 850<br />
Quad 830<br />
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Hall of Fame Weekends<br />
Spring Training<br />
NATIONAL BASEBALL HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM TRAVEL<br />
Anytime<br />
Visit the National <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame <strong>and</strong> Museum where baseball's rich history is preserved<br />
<strong>and</strong> the game's greats are honored. Cooperstown is also home to Historic Doubleday Field, the<br />
Fenimore Art Museum <strong>and</strong> Farmer's Museum. This package has it all – hotel accommodations, a<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame membership, a rental car <strong>and</strong> more.<br />
Your Package Includes<br />
• Three Days/Two Nights Hotel Accommodations<br />
in the Cooperstown Area<br />
Your choice of dates (pending availability)<br />
• <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame Membership<br />
Hall of Fame Membership for one year which entitles you<br />
to a subscription to Memories <strong>and</strong> Dreams magazine,<br />
a Hall of Fame Yearbook, 10% discount on purchases from<br />
the Museum Store, catalog, website <strong>and</strong> much more!<br />
• Car Rental with Unlimited Mileage<br />
• 24 Hour Trip Assistance<br />
• Final Document Package<br />
• Trip Souvenir<br />
• Hotel Taxes<br />
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LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Rates start at only<br />
$430* per person!<br />
*Based on double occupancy.<br />
ALSO AVAILABLE<br />
Voices of the Game<br />
An interactive series held at<br />
various times throughout the<br />
year with Hall of Famers <strong>and</strong><br />
other legendary baseball<br />
figures.<br />
Check our website for dates,<br />
details <strong>and</strong> availability as they<br />
become available.<br />
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March<br />
Florida or Arizona<br />
Spring Training offers smaller crowds, a relaxed <strong>and</strong> casual atmosphere, <strong>and</strong> plenty of sunshine!<br />
Be there to catch the sights <strong>and</strong> sounds of the “Boys of Summer” in March. If you love to travel<br />
<strong>and</strong> love America’s Pastime, why not combine the two passions <strong>and</strong> travel to Florida or Arizona<br />
on a Spring Training Getaway!<br />
Your Package Includes<br />
• Hotel Accommodations for your Choice of Nights<br />
• Game Tickets for your Choice of Games<br />
• Car Rental with Unlimited Mileage<br />
• 24 Hour Trip Assistance<br />
• Final Document Package<br />
• Trip Souvenir<br />
• Hotel Taxes<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Rates start at only<br />
$349* per person!<br />
*Based on double occupancy.<br />
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excellent customer service...”<br />
- Renato S. (Warwick, RI)<br />
All Packages are subject to change<br />
<strong>and</strong> availability until final reservations<br />
are confirmed.<br />
“Just wanted to say that my wife <strong>and</strong><br />
I had a great vacation down in Florida!<br />
We enjoyed both Red Sox games,<br />
<strong>and</strong> had a great time in Orl<strong>and</strong>o as<br />
well! Thanks again for a fabulous trip!”<br />
- Frank S. (Lexington, MA)<br />
All Packages are subject to change<br />
<strong>and</strong> availability until final reservations<br />
are confirmed.<br />
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All-Star Weekend<br />
World Championship Series<br />
INDEPENDENT BASEBALL TRAVEL<br />
July 11-15, 2009<br />
Busch Stadium - St. Louis, MO<br />
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October/November<br />
Host Cities TBD<br />
INDEPENDENT BASEBALL TRAVEL<br />
Enjoy St. Louis during this weekend full of stars <strong>and</strong> heroes. Spend five days <strong>and</strong> four nights in<br />
St. Louis <strong>and</strong> enjoy all that the city has to offer while being part of history as Busch Stadium<br />
hosts this year’s Mid-Summer Classic. You’ll also have a ball at the Rookie Game, Celebrity<br />
Softball Game, All-Star workout, FanFest <strong>and</strong> Home Run Derby.<br />
Be a part of history as a new champion is crowned at this year’s Series. It is every fan’s<br />
dream to catch championship baseball, so let this be the year your dream comes true! Our<br />
packages include hotel, tickets <strong>and</strong> transportation...everything to make your autumn baseball<br />
dream trip complete.<br />
Your Package Includes<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Your Package Includes<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
• Five Days/Four Nights Hotel Accommodations<br />
Sheraton Clayton Plaza - St. Louis, MO<br />
July 11-15, 2009<br />
• Reserved Ticket to All-Star Sunday Including the<br />
All-Star Futures Game, All-Star Legends <strong>and</strong> Celebrity<br />
Softball Games<br />
Busch Stadium - St. Louis, MO<br />
Sunday, July 12, 2009<br />
• Reserved Ticket to the All-Star Workout <strong>and</strong> Home Run<br />
Derby<br />
Busch Stadium - St. Louis, MO<br />
Monday, July 13, 2009<br />
• Reserved Ticket to the <strong>Baseball</strong> All-Star Game<br />
Busch Stadium - St. Louis, MO<br />
Tuesday, July 14, 2009<br />
• Admission to FanFest<br />
• Breakfast Daily<br />
• Five Day Unlimited Metrolink Pass<br />
• Round-Trip Airport Transfers<br />
• Twenty-Four Hour Trip Assistance<br />
• Final Document Package<br />
• Trip Souvenir<br />
• Hotel Taxes<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $2,060<br />
Single 2,670<br />
Triple 1,899<br />
Quad 1,825<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL /<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHTS<br />
Double $140<br />
Single 263<br />
Triple 108<br />
Quad 92<br />
All Packages are subject to change<br />
<strong>and</strong> availability until final reservations<br />
are confirmed.<br />
• Hotel Accommodations in Host City (see below)<br />
• Admission to Game(s) (see below)<br />
• Car Rental with Unlimited Mileage or<br />
Airport/Hotel Roundtrip Transfers<br />
Your <strong>Travel</strong> Coordinator will advise you as to which option<br />
is more appropriate in your Short Stop destination city.<br />
• 24 Hour Trip Assistance<br />
• Final Document Package<br />
• Trip Souvenir<br />
• Hotel Taxes<br />
Two Days/One Game Package<br />
• Two Days/One Night Hotel Accommodations<br />
• Upper Level Outfield Ticket to One Series Game<br />
Three Days/Two Games Package<br />
• Three Days/Two Nights Hotel Accommodations<br />
• Upper Level Outfield Ticket to Two Series Games<br />
Four Days/Three Games Package<br />
• Four Days/Three Nights Hotel Accommodations<br />
• Upper Level Outfield Ticket to Three Series Games<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Two Days/One Game<br />
Double $1,095<br />
Single 1,260<br />
Triple 1,050<br />
Quad 1,025<br />
Three Days/Two Games<br />
Double $1,999<br />
Single 2,299<br />
Triple 1,915<br />
Quad 1,875<br />
Four Days/Three Games<br />
Double $3,160<br />
Single 3,599<br />
Triple 3,040<br />
Quad 2,980<br />
All Packages are subject to change<br />
<strong>and</strong> availability until final reservations<br />
are confirmed.<br />
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INDEPENDENT BASEBALL TRAVEL<br />
College World Series<br />
June 19-23, 2009<br />
Visit beautiful Omaha to see the best collegiate players swing for the National Championship.<br />
Enjoy this five day, four night trip that includes hotel, rental car <strong>and</strong> two or three days of<br />
exciting Championship play. See the best of the best in the college ranks play for the title.<br />
Don't watch it on TV, this year see it live!<br />
Your Package Includes<br />
• Five Days/Four Nights Hotel Accommodations<br />
Best Western Settle Inn - Omaha, NE<br />
June 19-23, 2009<br />
• Tickets to Three College Series Games<br />
Saturday <strong>and</strong> Sunday, June 20-21<br />
(Monday, June 22 if necessary)<br />
• Car Rental with Unlimited Mileage<br />
• 24 Hour Trip Assistance<br />
• Final Document Package<br />
• Trip Souvenir<br />
• Hotel Taxes<br />
“...just wanted to let you know I had<br />
received your documents...I really like<br />
your presentation – really thorough<br />
<strong>and</strong> I like the guides. I look forward to<br />
working with you in the future!”<br />
- Judy N., <strong>Travel</strong> Experts (Raleigh, NC)<br />
Rosenblatt Stadium - Omaha, NE<br />
LAND PACKAGE RATES<br />
Occupancy Price Per Person<br />
Double $890<br />
Single 1,460<br />
Triple 745<br />
Quad 670<br />
EARLY ARRIVAL /<br />
LATE DEPARTURE NIGHTS<br />
Double $112<br />
Single 224<br />
Triple 83<br />
Quad 69<br />
All Packages are subject to change<br />
<strong>and</strong> availability until final reservations<br />
are confirmed.<br />
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What S.T.A.T. travelers are saying...<br />
“I just wanted to let you know how much my son<br />
<strong>and</strong> I enjoyed our recent trip to NYC to see Yankee<br />
Stadium. The hotel was great, especially as it is right<br />
on the subway line. The seats (for the Tampa vs.<br />
New York games) were great as well. And the trains<br />
ran on time. What more could we want? My son<br />
<strong>and</strong> I will be back at you to arrange [a tour] for the<br />
NEW Yankee Stadium next year. ”<br />
- Tom R. (Ann<strong>and</strong>ale, VA)<br />
“...Everything was first class...”<br />
- Michelle G. (Edison, NJ)<br />
“The boys had a great time. Everything worked out perfect. Good seats at the<br />
ball games. Lodging was great. They will be going to the South next year so I<br />
will be in touch again as soon as your new tours are published. David <strong>and</strong><br />
Kraig thank you very much <strong>and</strong> I also thank you for good service.”<br />
“I want to express my thanks to<br />
everyone at <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong><br />
for the excellent trip. The Triple play<br />
was a fun <strong>and</strong> exciting three days.<br />
My son <strong>and</strong> myself had a great<br />
time. I want to give special thanks<br />
to Jim Dries for the excellent job he<br />
did as hour host. He really has a<br />
passion for baseball <strong>and</strong> doing<br />
these tours. We are already planning<br />
what baseball tour we will be<br />
taking next. I have recommended<br />
doing a baseball tour to many of<br />
my friends <strong>and</strong> my sons friends.<br />
P.S. Go Cubs!”<br />
- Rich <strong>and</strong> Jeremy R. (Buffalo Grove, IL)<br />
“...my son Joe had the best time on the Central Express Tour. Not only<br />
did he come back with 70 autographed items (Balls, S.I.'s, cards <strong>and</strong><br />
photos) but he came back with a new found maturity <strong>and</strong> a much<br />
greater love for baseball. He raved about all the stadiums that he was<br />
able to see on your trip but loved Wrigley the most. He referred to it as<br />
the "Friendly Confines" <strong>and</strong> said that he'll never forget the people of<br />
Chicago. Walking down Michigan Avenue was quite a joyful experience<br />
for him. <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> created memories he'll never forget. He<br />
still can't believe all the corn fields he passed through in Iowa.<br />
He did this trip by himself, <strong>and</strong> at 18, I was a little concerned. But he<br />
met great people along the way <strong>and</strong> the tour guide, Jerry, made the trip<br />
so special for him. Thanks so much for giving him an opportunity of a<br />
lifetime. What a fabulous birthday <strong>and</strong> graduation from high school<br />
gift!!! It went beyond all expectations. Thank you so much.”<br />
“...thank you for the wonderful package<br />
that your company put together<br />
for the Hall of Fame weekend. My husb<strong>and</strong><br />
<strong>and</strong> I had such an incredible time!<br />
We were so thrilled to not only have<br />
attended the game <strong>and</strong> enshrinement<br />
ceremony, but had so much fun at the<br />
other events! In fact, we've already<br />
decided to return again next year... It<br />
was truly the trip of a lifetime for us.”<br />
- Mary S. (Westport, CT)<br />
- Jennifer L. (Mount Airy, MD)<br />
- Melissa I. (Brooklyn, NY)<br />
“It was an absolute<br />
pleasure dealing with<br />
you...I only wish everyone<br />
did their job as<br />
well as you do yours.”<br />
- Joe T. <strong>and</strong> Family (Manasquan, NJ)<br />
“...we were treated like<br />
VIP's our entire trip.”<br />
- Robert <strong>and</strong> Lori K. (Elk Grove, IL)<br />
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Terms <strong>and</strong> Conditions<br />
Terms <strong>and</strong> Conditions with a star (H) refer<br />
to our <strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> Trip programs.<br />
General Terms <strong>and</strong> Conditions<br />
The customer acknowledges the following<br />
terms <strong>and</strong> conditions upon which <strong>Sports</strong><br />
<strong>Travel</strong>, Inc. has provided goods <strong>and</strong> services<br />
in furtherance of the tour or travel arrangements<br />
of the customer.<br />
1. <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong>, Inc. takes no responsibility<br />
for any acts or omissions of any supplier of<br />
goods <strong>and</strong> services such as hotels, motor<br />
coach, event tickets or other entity providing<br />
services to the customer. The customer<br />
hereby waives any claim for personal injury,<br />
including death, property damage, including<br />
loss of or damage to luggage or other personal<br />
property, or any other loss or claim,<br />
arising in whole or part by any act or omission<br />
of any entity, its agents, servants or<br />
employees, not solely, exclusively <strong>and</strong> directly<br />
under the control of <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong>, Inc.<br />
2. The customer acknowledges that tour itineraries,<br />
accommodations, travel arrangements<br />
<strong>and</strong> other aspects of a tour must at<br />
times be modified or cancelled due to acts<br />
of God, unavailability of accommodations or<br />
other causes beyond the reasonable control<br />
of <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong>, Inc.<br />
3. The customer acknowledges that the price<br />
quoted for any tour or travel arrangements is<br />
based upon prices provided for accommodations,<br />
transportation, tickets <strong>and</strong> other components.<br />
Should any prices for such components<br />
be increased, <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong>, Inc. reserves<br />
the right <strong>and</strong> the customer acknowledges the<br />
right of <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong>, Inc. to increase the tour<br />
<strong>and</strong> travel arrangement price in the amount<br />
of any such increase in price.<br />
Any customer given notice of increased cost<br />
shall have the right to terminate the reservation<br />
on the confirmed program <strong>and</strong> obtain a<br />
full refund of all amounts paid to <strong>Sports</strong><br />
<strong>Travel</strong>, Inc. unless such payment was expressly<br />
made on a non-refundable basis. <strong>Sports</strong><br />
<strong>Travel</strong>, Inc. does not take responsibility if a<br />
client has booked a non-refundable airfare.<br />
The acceptance of any tickets, vouchers, or<br />
other documentation of tour or travel<br />
arrangements shall be deemed to be acceptance<br />
of the above General Information,<br />
Terms <strong>and</strong> Conditions by the customer.<br />
4. The customer agrees to arbitrate any <strong>and</strong><br />
all disputes with or concerning <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong>,<br />
Inc. only in the Commonwealth of<br />
Massachusetts. The customer herein waves<br />
his or her right to trial by jury or otherwise.<br />
5. The customer acknowledges <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong>,<br />
Inc.’s right to use any photographs for promotional<br />
material unless <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong>, Inc.<br />
receives written notification of the customer’s<br />
declination.<br />
Hotel Accommodations<br />
Our programs offer a variety of deluxe,<br />
moderate <strong>and</strong> st<strong>and</strong>ard accommodations.<br />
The deluxe hotels are four <strong>and</strong> five star<br />
names such as Westin, Marriott, Hyatt <strong>and</strong><br />
Sheraton. The moderate option features<br />
hotels such as Holiday Inn, Best Western <strong>and</strong><br />
Hilton Garden Inn, while st<strong>and</strong>ard hotels are<br />
similar to Days Inn or Comfort Inn properties.<br />
H <strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong> offer mostly deluxe<br />
<strong>and</strong> moderate combinations of hotel types.<br />
Most hotels expect departing guests to<br />
vacate rooms by 12:00p.m. <strong>and</strong> arriving<br />
guests to check-in after 3:00p.m. to allow<br />
for maid service. If you have an early arrival<br />
or late departure, the front desk staff will<br />
assist in storing your bags until check-in time<br />
or your departure.<br />
Special Requests: Requests for rollaway beds,<br />
connecting/adjoining rooms <strong>and</strong> smoking/<br />
non-smoking preferences, as well as any<br />
other needs noted are considered Special<br />
Requests. These Special Requests are not<br />
guaranteed <strong>and</strong> will be honored pending<br />
availability at check in. <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong><br />
<strong>Tours</strong> cannot be responsible for Special<br />
Requests not being available; however, we<br />
will indeed exercise our best efforts to<br />
accommodate your requests with our suppliers.<br />
Due to fire laws in New York City as well<br />
as other metropolitan cities, hotels will not<br />
allow rollaway beds.<br />
Single Share: If you are traveling alone <strong>and</strong><br />
wish to share a room please make your<br />
request known when you book your trip.<br />
We will reserve you as “single share” <strong>and</strong> if<br />
there is another single sharing traveler in<br />
your group we will refund the difference in<br />
rates at the end of your trip. We cannot<br />
guarantee “single sharing” on a trip until<br />
departure.<br />
Extending Your Stay: If you wish to arrive<br />
earlier or stay later than our itinerary, we<br />
will help you obtain our lowest group rate.<br />
These room reservations must be booked<br />
through <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong>, are based<br />
upon availability, <strong>and</strong> will be added to your<br />
trip cost. Rates listed include hotel taxes.<br />
Non-Smoking Rooms: Hotels now have a<br />
“No Tolerance” policy for someone smoking<br />
in a non smoking room. This policy carries<br />
with it a financial penalty for any violation.<br />
Please be aware that you will be personally<br />
responsible for any such penalties, should<br />
they occur.<br />
Tickets<br />
H <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> obtains the best<br />
available tickets to each game on our<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong>. Typically, seats are located<br />
up a level <strong>and</strong> between the bases versus<br />
outfield seats pending availability. Lower<br />
level seats within the bases are most often<br />
season ticket holder seats. The ballpark, day<br />
of the week, <strong>and</strong> number of season ticket<br />
holders determine available seat locations.<br />
Your tour host will distribute all tickets prior<br />
to each game. If you choose to take advantage<br />
of the UTO option (as follows) please<br />
remember that it is not refundable or<br />
exchangeable nor covered under our<br />
Cancellation Protection Fee.<br />
Upgraded ticket Option (UTO): The UTO option<br />
is available for every event. The UTO will provide<br />
you with an opportunity to upgrade the<br />
location of your seats. Call for details.<br />
H Our UTO is available on every <strong>Baseball</strong><br />
<strong>Road</strong> Trip <strong>and</strong> the price of the UTO will<br />
guarantee the best available lower level<br />
seats within the infield for each game.<br />
<strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> is not responsible for<br />
lost, stolen or damaged tickets. All major<br />
sporting event tickets will be issued on site,<br />
the day of the event. Tickets are issued in<br />
pairs, odd numbers cannot be guaranteed.<br />
Sections, rows <strong>and</strong> seat numbers cannot be<br />
confirmed until day of event.<br />
Third party travel insurance is strongly suggested<br />
if you purchase the UTO, as upgraded<br />
tickets are non refundable (ask us for<br />
information).<br />
Rain Outs: If an event is rained out, cancelled<br />
or postponed beyond our control, ticket(s)<br />
will be applicable for the rescheduled dates.<br />
<strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> is not responsible for<br />
modifying travel arrangements. <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong><br />
<strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> will provide refunds only to the<br />
extent that refunds are available. This policy<br />
does not apply to the UTO.<br />
Transportation<br />
H Your trip includes deluxe motorcoach<br />
transportation to <strong>and</strong> from all events <strong>and</strong><br />
hotels. Every motorcoach is air conditioned,<br />
has comfortable reclining seats, a restroom<br />
<strong>and</strong> a no smoking policy. On <strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong><br />
<strong>Trips</strong>, we make frequent stops for everyone’s<br />
comfort. To avoid long rides, we fly between<br />
cities on regularly scheduled airlines, which<br />
is included in the trip cost where noted. On<br />
rare occasions, where cost <strong>and</strong> time effective,<br />
we may opt to change from a motorcoach<br />
transfer between cities to a flight.<br />
<strong>Travel</strong> To <strong>and</strong> From Home: Since our travelers<br />
are from around the world, airfare to the<br />
starting city <strong>and</strong> from the ending city is not<br />
included. Go to www.stat.travel/fares to search<br />
for the lowest fares. Be sure to check with<br />
your carrier regarding checked baggage fees.<br />
Arrival: Your final documents will include<br />
the available transfer options/costs to your<br />
hotel on the first day. If you would prefer a<br />
car rental please ask us for details.<br />
H Most <strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong> begin in the<br />
hotel lobby approximately 3-4 hours prior to<br />
game time on the first day. A designated<br />
meeting point <strong>and</strong> time will be described in<br />
your final document packet.<br />
H Departure: If you are traveling on a<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> Trip, <strong>and</strong> the last day of your<br />
trip has an afternoon game, <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong><br />
<strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> will bring everyone to the designated<br />
airport for your flight home. If<br />
passengers are staying over for additional<br />
nights or departing from a different airport,<br />
you will be transferred to the <strong>Road</strong> Trip<br />
hotel. All departing flights should be scheduled<br />
after 8:00PM (unless otherwise noted<br />
on the trip itinerary. If the last game is a<br />
night game, the trip ends when we arrive at<br />
the hotel after the game. <strong>Travel</strong> arrangements<br />
for the following departure day can<br />
be scheduled at your convenience <strong>and</strong> airport<br />
transfers will be each traveler’s responsibility.<br />
H Extra Innings: We will stay until the completion<br />
of all games with one exception. If<br />
the last game on your trip is a day game, we<br />
will depart the ballpark at a designated time<br />
to insure for a timely arrival at the airport<br />
for return flights home. If you are staying<br />
over additional days, you will have the<br />
option of being dropped off at our choice<br />
hotel or staying at the game. Your tour host<br />
will leave your bags with the front desk at<br />
the hotel <strong>and</strong> you will be responsible for<br />
your transfer to the hotel upon completion<br />
of the game.<br />
Car Rentals: Items such as tax, airport fees,<br />
insurance, gasoline, upgrades from your<br />
reserved car type, additional drivers, or additional<br />
equipment are NOT included. Your<br />
credit card will be charged by the rental<br />
company upon return.<br />
Canada: When traveling to <strong>and</strong> from<br />
Canada, U.S. citizens must have a current<br />
passport. Those traveling from other countries<br />
must present a valid passport <strong>and</strong> other<br />
documents as needed (visas or alien cards).<br />
Tour Hosts<br />
Hosted trips are led by our experienced tour<br />
hosts, who are valuable members of our<br />
team. They will be with you for the entire<br />
trip to ensure your comfort <strong>and</strong> enjoyment.<br />
Trip Documents<br />
All of your necessary trip information <strong>and</strong><br />
final documents will be mailed to you 10-14<br />
days before your departure date. Our staff is<br />
available by phone for any questions.<br />
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<strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> Trip Deposit/Balance<br />
H If paying by credit card, full payment is<br />
required at the time of booking. If paying<br />
by check, a deposit of $200 per person is<br />
required within 7 days of your reservation<br />
(plus the cost of the optional Cancellation<br />
Protection Fee). Final payment is due 90<br />
days prior to departure. If your final<br />
payment has not been received, your reservation<br />
may be cancelled <strong>and</strong> your deposit<br />
forfeited. You will not be billed for the second<br />
<strong>and</strong> final payment due.<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> Trip<br />
Cancellation Protection<br />
H Payment of this minimal, non-refundable<br />
fee, received by <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong>, Inc. with<br />
reservation, protects you <strong>and</strong> waives all cancellation<br />
charges listed below. Written notification<br />
of cancellation greater than 7 days<br />
of trip departure results in a refund of all<br />
monies paid (less Cancellation Protection<br />
Fee, non-refundable airline tickets <strong>and</strong> intratrip<br />
airfare). In addition, the cost of<br />
Upgraded Ticket Option (UTO) is not covered<br />
by the Cancellation Protection Fee.<br />
Protection Fees are as follows:<br />
Cost of Trip $0-1000, Protection Fee=$25;<br />
Cost of Trip $1001-1500, Protection Fee=$35;<br />
Cost of Trip $1500+, Protection Fee=$45.<br />
Cancellation Protection cannot be applied<br />
on a custom or deviated road trip, or on a<br />
reservation that is booked within 30 days of<br />
departure.<br />
Cancellations of <strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong><br />
H If you do not purchase the cancellation<br />
protection fee (CPF) above, a refund is given<br />
less $50 administrative fee per traveler if<br />
written notice is received in our Hatfield<br />
office 90 days or more prior to departure.<br />
Refund given less $100 administrative fee<br />
per traveler if written notice is received in<br />
our Hatfield office 46-89 days prior to departure.<br />
No refund given if cancellation is 0-45<br />
days prior to departure unless space can be<br />
refilled from a waiting list, at which time a<br />
$200 fee per traveler will be charged. Intratrip<br />
air, rail fares that are part of the trip<br />
cost <strong>and</strong> Upgraded Tickets will be deducted<br />
from all refunds. No refunds will be given<br />
for unused portions of a program.<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> Trip Late Booking Fee<br />
H Any reservation made within 30 days<br />
of departure will be accessed a $50 Late<br />
Booking Fee per reservation.<br />
Major <strong>Sports</strong> Events<br />
Deposit/Balance<br />
50% deposit required within 48 hours of<br />
reservation. Final payment is due 90 days<br />
prior to commencement of travel.<br />
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Customized Independent <strong>Travel</strong><br />
<strong>and</strong> Weekend Programs<br />
Deposit/Balance<br />
Non-refundable payment in full is required<br />
at the time of booking.<br />
Cancellation of Major <strong>Sports</strong><br />
Events, Customized Independent<br />
<strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> Weekend Programs<br />
All payments are non-refundable at the time<br />
of booking. No refunds will be given for<br />
unused portions of a program. In the event<br />
of a cancellation or postponement, <strong>Sports</strong><br />
<strong>Travel</strong>, Inc. shall not be responsible for<br />
accommodations <strong>and</strong> transportation prior<br />
to <strong>and</strong> beyond the original scheduled date<br />
of the event.<br />
Third party optional insurance is available<br />
for coverage upon request <strong>and</strong> is suggested.<br />
You can purchase travel insurance online at<br />
sportstravel<strong>and</strong>tours.com/travelinsurance<br />
Making Changes<br />
We are happy to assist in making changes to<br />
your trip whenever possible. Whether it is a<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> Trip, Major Sporting Event or<br />
Independent <strong>Travel</strong> Program, all changes are<br />
based on availability. At the time the change<br />
is made, a $25 administrative fee will be<br />
required to make revisions.<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong> <strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong> Fuel Surcharge<br />
We have done our very best at the time of<br />
pricing to include all expected fuel costs. If<br />
fuel prices rise dramatically, there is the possibility<br />
of an added fuel surcharge from our<br />
motorcoach vendors to reflect the difference<br />
between a st<strong>and</strong>ard benchmark for fuel<br />
costs <strong>and</strong> the actual fuel costs for the trip,<br />
which may be passed along to our travelers.<br />
Payment Information<br />
All payments can be made by check, money<br />
order, or credit card.<br />
Reservation Hours<br />
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 9:00a to 8:00p EST<br />
Fri:<br />
9:00a to 5:30p EST<br />
Sat (ex. holiday wknds): 10:00a to 2:30p EST<br />
Call <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> at 800-662-4424<br />
<strong>and</strong> speak directly with a travel coordinator.<br />
They will answer any questions you have<br />
<strong>and</strong> make your trip easy <strong>and</strong> hassle free.<br />
Coming this summer...<br />
The S.T.A.T. Brochure<br />
If you’re not already on our mailing list, call 800-662-4424 or go online<br />
to sportstravel<strong>and</strong>tours.com today to sign-up to get this FREE full-color,<br />
S.T.A.T. Brochure, featuring these great events <strong>and</strong> others...<br />
College Bowl<br />
Games<br />
All Locations<br />
December 2009 -<br />
January 2010<br />
NFL Playoffs<br />
Host Cities – TBD<br />
January 2010<br />
Pro Bowl<br />
Miami, FL<br />
January 31, 2010<br />
Super Bowl<br />
Miami, FL<br />
February 7, 2010<br />
NBA All-Star<br />
Arlington, TX<br />
February 14, 2010<br />
NASCAR<br />
All Locations<br />
Feb – Nov 2009<br />
Daytona 500<br />
Daytona, FL<br />
February 14, 2010<br />
Women’s<br />
Final Four<br />
St. Louis, MO<br />
April 5 & 7, 2009<br />
Men’s<br />
Final Four<br />
Detroit, MI<br />
April 4 & 6, 2009<br />
The Masters<br />
Augusta, GA<br />
April 9-12, 2009<br />
NHL Playoffs<br />
Host Cities – TBD<br />
April 2009<br />
Kentucky Derby<br />
Louisville, KY<br />
May 2, 2009<br />
Indy 500<br />
Indianapolis, IN<br />
May 24, 2009<br />
NBA Finals<br />
Host Cities – TBD<br />
June 2009<br />
College<br />
World Series<br />
Omaha, NE<br />
June 2009<br />
MLB All-Star<br />
St. Louis, MO<br />
July 14, 2009<br />
US Open Golf<br />
Farmingdale, NY<br />
June 18-21, 2009<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of<br />
Fame Induction<br />
Cooperstown, NY<br />
July 26, 2009<br />
Pro Football<br />
Hall of Fame<br />
Enshrinement<br />
Canton, OH<br />
August 7-9, 2009<br />
US Open Tennis<br />
New York, NY<br />
Aug – Sept, 2009<br />
Basketball<br />
Hall of Fame<br />
Enshrinement<br />
Springfield, MA<br />
September 2009<br />
World Series<br />
Host Cities – TBD<br />
October 2009<br />
Hockey<br />
Hall of Fame<br />
Enshrinement<br />
Toronto, Ontario<br />
November 2009<br />
Any Game...Any Place...Any Time! SM
<strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> has<br />
teamed up with the National<br />
<strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame to<br />
offer exclusive Hall of Fame<br />
<strong>Travel</strong> Packages <strong>and</strong> <strong>Baseball</strong><br />
<strong>Road</strong> <strong>Trips</strong>.<br />
Look Inside!<br />
For great events that are centered around<br />
travel to the <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame, check out<br />
Pages 36-38 for The 1st Annual Hall of Fame<br />
Classic Weekend, Hall of Fame Induction<br />
Weekend <strong>and</strong> Cooperstown Anytime<br />
Weekends <strong>and</strong> more.<br />
<strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong><br />
60 Main Street<br />
P.O. Box 50<br />
Hatfield, MA 01038<br />
CONTACT THE TRAVEL AGENT BELOW FOR BOOKING INFORMATION