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- TRAVEL THE WORLD WITH US...
 With The Single Gourmet, there's "no need to travel solo." Throughout your vacation, you'll enjoy the companionship of other Single Gourmet members, the service and expertise of our travel guides and the guidance of Single Gourmet directors.
Your journey will be thoroughly and thoughtfully planned with interesting optional excursions. Whether it's a Bastille Day Celebration in France with a tour of Claude Monet's famous home or Queens Day festivities in Amsterdam and accommodations in a private castle, you can rely on Single Gourmet to coordinate an extraordinary trip. Our singles only departures eliminate most of the usual concerns of safety, companionship and the additional singles supplement fees. One of the best features of our travel program is that members are able to become acquainted at Single Gourmet events before they even begin their journey. Past Single Gourmet travel destinations have included: Exotic Thailand and Hong Kong, Costa Rica, Spain, the Greek Islands, France, Italy, Ireland, the Netherlands and Belgium, Scandinavia and Russia, China. In addition to the amazing land tours, cruises have included the Greek Islands, the Danube, Australia and New Zealand, Alaska, Hawaii, Europe and the Mexican Riviera. We have also offered extended weekend getaways to Santa Fe, San Francisco,  New York, San Antonio, New Orleans and Las Vegas, a midwinter cruise to the Bahamas and Key West, weekend ski trips, a First-Class Tour of Michigan, as well as Mesa, Arizona for Cubs and Sox Spring Training. In addition, The Single Gourmet travel program has included numerous New Year's Cruises to a variety of tropical destinations and multi-sport adventures to Utah, Costa Rica, Peru and other exciting locations. Once In a Lifetime Experiences...Through Single Gourmet, our travelers were able to experience the most sought after passages in the history of cruising...the maiden voyages of the grandest and largest new cruise ship, The Queen Mary 2. In addition, Single Gourmet travelers had a chance to explore the amazing Galapagos Islands. Discover a whole new world by traveling with The Single Gourmet. Also, see details on our upcoming cruises aboard the grand, new Queen Victoria. JUST TAKE A LOOK AT WHERE WE'RE TRAVELING...
SINGLE GOURMET TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
CALL FOR FURTHER DETAILS & RESERVATIONS - BERMUDA CRUISE TO KINGS WHARF - May 17-22, 2008 - All Ages - Starting at $999.00 including tax. Looking for the perfect spring getaway? Depart New Jersey aboard Royal Caribbean's Explorer of the Seas destined for King's Wharf, Bermuda where we'll enjoy two fantastic days and two days at sea.
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EXPERIENCE CUNARD'S SPECTACULAR NEW SHIP, THE QUEEN VICTORIA, CRUISING THE NORWEGIAN FJORDS - May 20-27, 2008 - All Ages - Starting at $2,559.00 including tax - Be one of the first aboard Cunard's latest and greatest ship, the elegant and stylish Queen Victoria. Depart Southampton, England for a scenic tour of the Norwegian Fjords on this magnificent new oceanliner visiting Bergen, Hellesylt, Geiranger, Aalesund and Stavenger.
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EXPERIENCE SOUTH AFRICA - May 28-June 7, 2008 - All Ages - Starting at $4,519.00 including tax. People come to South Africa for its natural beauty, wildlife and sunshine, and few leave disappointed. Includes activities and tours in Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Capetown, and a 3 night wild game photo safari in Sabi Sand.
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ALASKA WILDERNESS CRUISE - June 7-14, 2008 - All Ages - Starting at $1,209.00 including tax. Depart from Vancouver and board the Serenade of the Seas to explore Alaska's Inside Passage to Icy Straight Point where the largest Tlingit Indian settlement exists. We'll then view the blue ice of Hubbard Glacier (one of the most active glaciers in the world) and visit Skagway, home of the famous White Pass Trail of '98. The last port of call is the capital of Juneau, a former gold mining town with bragging rights to some of Alaska's most spectacular scenery.
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SAN DIEGO 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND - July 3-6, 2008 - All Ages - Starting at $759.00 including tax - Enjoy immense options for fun, culture, the arts, nightlife and gourmet cuisine as we tour sunny San Diego with visits to the Gaslamp District, tours of San Diego as well as Old Town, La Jolla, Coronado, Balboa Park and more. Convenient accommodations at the Westin Horton Plaza (adjacent to one of the nations premier destinations for shopping and entertainment) plus an exciting fireworks show.
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TRANSATLANTIC CROSSING ON THE QUEEN MARY 2 - July 8-15, 2008 - Ages 50+ Baby Boomer Dance Cruise - New York to Paris! - Starting at $1,889.00 including tax - Join us on a legendary Transatlantic Crossing. Since July 4, 1840, royalty, dignitaries, film stars and great business magnates have made the journey, practically a rite of passage among the privileged. Enjoy the largest ballroom at sea and numerous special amenities.
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"BEGINNER'S ITALY" WITH VISITS TO THE MOST POPULAR DESTINATIONS - July 23-30, 2008 - 30s and 40s - Starting at $1,879.00 including tax - Our eight-day trip will show us the highlight cities of Italy: Rome, Florence and Venice. We'll cover it all from St. Peter's, the Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum and the Forum in Rome to Michelangelo's David in Florence, and St. Mark's Basilica and Doges' Palace with the Bridge of Sighs in Venice.
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BEST OF SOUTHERN ITALY TOUR - August 1-10, 2008 - All Ages - Rome to Palermo, Sicily - Starting at $2,219.00 including tax - Explore the glorious landscapes, history, culture and cuisine of Southern Italy with a land tour beginning in Rome with a welcome dinner and visits to the most popular sites. The tour continues with guided sightseeing of Capri as well as visits to Sorrento, Taormina, Argigento, Selinunte and Palermo.
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GLACIER NATIONAL PARK & THE CANADIAN ROCKIES - August 16-24, 2008 - All Ages -Depart from Calgary - Starting at $2,240.00 including tax - We'll visit three national parks and experience the natural wonders of the Rockies on both sides of the Canada/U.S. border on this nine-day vacation including Calgary, Waterton Lakes National Park, Glacier National Park and Banff National Park.
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WASHINGTON D.C. LABOR DAY WEEKEND - August 29-September 1, 2008 - All Ages - Starting at $899.00 including tax - Beyond Wasington D.C.'s most familiar vistas, the capital city unwinds into a lively urban center. Casual cafes and upscale bistros line the trendy streets of Georgetown, while the downtown district sizzlies with a host of new restaurants. What better time to visit than during our 2008 election year?
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EAST AFRICAN SAFARI - September 5-13, 2008 - All Ages - Depart from Nairobi - Starting at $3,479.00 including tax - Journey to the land of wide open wilderness and animals galore in their natural setting. Visit Nairobi, Aberdares, Samburu, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara.
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INTRODUCTION TO IRELAND - September 15-22, 2008 - 30s and 40s - Starting at $1,279.00 including tax - Dublin and the scenic best of the Irish Republic await on this beautiful eight-day journey, a popular pick for travelers. Visit Dublin, Ennis, Ring of Kerry, Killarney and Waterford. This vacation is ideal for first-time visitors to Ireland.
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SPLENDORS OF AUTUMN CRUISE ON THE QUEEN MARY 2 - September 27-October 4, 2008 - All Ages - Starting at $1,719.00 including tax - Depart Brooklyn, NY to view the magnificent fall colors with an itinerary featuring Newport, Boston Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Portland while cruising on the grand and luxurious Queen Mary 2.
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PERU MULTI-SPORT - October 4-9 or 12, 2008 - Starting at $1,999.00 - Enjoy the magnificent scenery while visiting Peru's most fascinating destinations including the Sacred Valley of the Incas, the Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, the Amazon Rainforest and more during a hiking, biking and whitewater rafting trip. Optional post tour extension.
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GREEK ISLANDS CRUISE - October 11-18, 2008 - All Ages - Starting at $1,039.00 including tax. Depart Venice, Italy aboard Royal Caribbean's Splendor of the Seas with visits to Dubrovnik, Croatia; Epheseus, Turkey and Santorini and Corfu in Greece. Optional pre-cruise stay in Venice.
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HALLOWEEN CRUISE TO THE MEXICAN RIVIERA - October 26-November 2, 2008 - All Ages - Departs Los Angeles - Starting at $619.00 including tax - Join us for a scary good time as we visit Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlan. Bring your costume and join us for Halloween south of the border.
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QUEEN VICTORIA CRUISE EXPLORING THE ANCIENT WONDERS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN - November 5-17, 2008 - All Ages - Rome to Athens - Starting at $3,599.00 including tax - Be among the first to cruise Cunard's grand, new Queen Vistoria with visits to Rome, Naples, Sicily, Italy; Malta; Cairo and Port Said, Egypt; Kusadasi, Istanbul and Diliki, Turkey; Volos and Athens, Greece.
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QUEEN MARY 2 CARIBBEAN ADVENTURE/BABY BOOMERS DANCE CRUISE - November 21-29, 2008 - Brooklyn to Ft. Lauderdale - Starting at $1,379.00 - Depart Brooklyn, New York aboard the luxurious Queen Mary 2 with visits to Basseterre, St. George's and Kralendijk. Optional overnight in New York and/or Ft. Lauderdale.
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OUR MOST POPULAR TRIP OF THE YEAR...NEW YEARS EVE 2008 ABOARD THE CELEBRITY CENTURY OF THE SEAS...WESTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE - December 29, 2008-January 3, 2009 - All Ages - Starting at $899.00 including tax. Have some fun in the sun as we set sail from Miami with visits to Key West and Cayman along with two fun-filled days at sea. This is our most popular cruise of the year and a great way to ring in the New Year in the company of other singles. Make it a full week with our 2 night stay in sizzling South Beach before the cruise. For best pricing for cruise and air fare, please be sure to reserve as soon as possible. Prices tend to increase as the cruise date approaches. COMING IN 2009 -
AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND CRUISE - January 27-February 10, 2009 - All Ages - Departs from Sydney - Starting at $1,919.00 including tax - G'Day Mate! Exploring the incredible wonders of Australia and New Zealand is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Visit the exciting ports of Sydney, Bay of Islands, Auckland, Tauranga, Napier, Wellington, Christchurch, Denedin, Dusky Sound, Doubtful Sound and Milford Sound.
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VALENTINE CRUISE TO BELIZE - February 9-14, 2009 - All Ages - Depart Ft. Lauderdale - Starting at $639.00 including tax - Join us for a winter escape and some fun in the sun as we visit Cozumel and Belize City with two fun-filled days at sea.
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SOUTH AMERICA CRUISE FOR CARNAVAL! - February 20-28, 2009 - Depart Sao Paulo - Starting at $1,189.00 including tax - This cruise is guaranteed to be Muito Quente (very hot) as the entire cruise sails to the best ports in Brazil during Carnaval! Brazil is South America's giant, a dazzling land of pristine beaches, steamy jungles and manic metropolises. We'll sail from Sao Paula and visit Parati, Buzios (Rio), Salvador De Bahia (Guinness Book for the World's Largest Street Party) and Ilhabela.
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PANAMA CANAL CRUISE - April 3-13, 2009 - All Ages - Depart Miami - Starting at $1,679.00 including tax - The creation of the Panama Canal literally changed the world - so just imagine what it can do for your vacation. Our cruise visits these exotic ports: Labadee, Cartagena, cruising through the Panama Canal, Cristobal Pier, Puerto Limon and Georgetown, Grand Cayman.
FOR DETAILS ON THE TRIPS LISTED ABOVE, CALL THE SINGLE GOURMET OFFICE AT (773) 772-3535 or VISIT www.singlestravelintl.com (and click on trip calendar). When reserving for a trip through the Singles Travel International web site, please indicate your affiliation with Single Gourmet on the pull-down menu under "How did you hear about?" If you have difficulty navigating the Singles Travel web site or with the sign-in process, please call 773-772-3535 and we can send written materials. We would also be happy to help those who either do not have access to the internet or are hesitant to reserve online. Just call 773-772-3535. PLEASE NOTE THAT PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND WILL BE CONFIRMED UPON RESERVATION.
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