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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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sportstravel<strong>and</strong>tours.com


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 />

© istockphoto.com - Grafissimo<br />

© 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 />

Look for these icons indicating<br />

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 />

© istockphoto.com - Adam Gryko<br />

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 />

6 <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tours</strong> | Any Game...Any Place...Any Time! SM<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 />

Our baseball road trip early arrival<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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applicable hotel taxes <strong>and</strong> fees.<br />

© National <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame <strong>and</strong> Museum<br />

“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 />

Our baseball road trip early arrival<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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applicable hotel taxes <strong>and</strong> fees.<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 />

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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 />

<strong>and</strong> late departure days include all<br />

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 />

Our baseball road trip early arrival<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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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 />

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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 />

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We have created an easy <strong>and</strong> hassle-free way for<br />

you to play world-class championship golf on emerald<br />

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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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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 />

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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 />

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choose the<br />

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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 />

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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 />

National <strong>Baseball</strong> Hall of Fame - Cooperstown, NY<br />

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 />

INDEPENDENT BASEBALL TRAVEL<br />

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We were bragging about you <strong>and</strong> your<br />

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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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

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