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MYRIAD BOTANICAL GARDENS

TRAVEL STUDY PROGRAM

GARDENJEWELS OF

IRELANDMay 1-10th, 2014

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Friday, May 2 Morning: The National Botanic Gardens, Farmleigh (lunch enroute)

Afternoon: Free to shop and explore

Overnight: The Stephen’s Green Hotel (dinner on your own)

This morning you will visit The National Botanic Gardens.

Founded in 1795, much of the original architecture survives

on the Great Palm House, Orchid House and Camellia House.

A fabulous Rose Garden and Alpine Yard are a few of the many

glorious highlights of this historic landmark of Ireland.

Farmleigh a garden estate of 78 acres is situated to the Northwest

of Dublin’s Phoenix Park.

This magnificent estate was home to the Guinness family until

1999 when purchased by the Irish Government. Its great charm

is in the eclecticism of its interior décor ranging from Classical

to Jacobean, Louis XV, Louis XVI and Georgian.

Saturday, May 3 Mount Usher Gardens in County Wicklow, Robinsonian wild gardens,

Powerscourt Gardens (lunch at Powerscourt), Dillon Gardens

Overnight: Athlone Springs Hotel (dinner provided)

Travel south from Dublin to beautiful County Wicklow to tour

Mount Usher Gardens. Enjoy this famous Robinsonian wild

garden planted along the banks of the Vartry River.

From one beauty to the next — Powerscourt Gardens, one of

Ireland’s finest examples of the grand estates of the Anglo-Irish

ascendancy. Elaborate Italian garden of terraces, grand steps

and statuary, a walled garden containing the longest herbaceous

border in Ireland, a Japanese garden, lakes, fountains and so

much more!

Dillon Garden is one of the finest private gardens in Ireland. It is

a true inspiration. Almost ½ acre walled city garden containing

an impressive array of exotic plants brilliantly combined with

familiar old favorites.

Sunday, May 4Morning: Birr Castle, Rosse (lunch at Rosse)

Afternoon: Muckross House and Gardens, The Lakes of Killarney

Overnight: Lock Lein Country House—Killarney (dinner provided)

A special treat today — Birr Castle and luncheon with Lord and

Lady Rosse!

This palatial estate, set on the outskirts of the historic market

town, is the home of the Earls of Rosse. It has one of the finest

gardens in Europe and was mostly developed by Anne, Countess

of Rosse who was brought up at Nymans, the beautiful house

and garden in England. The present Lord Rosse still sponsors

plant collecting trips to distant and remote corners of the world.

The Demesne has become world famous for its exotic tree and

plant collections, rivers and lakes, formal gardens, terraces

and wildflower meadows exuding an atmosphere of intimacy

as well as grandeur. The gardens extend across 120 acres of a

17th Century Park whose sweeping open spaces are adorned

by an outstanding collection of 2,000 species of rare trees and

shrubs including the tallest box hedges in the world. The rich

array of plants including magnolias, camellias, rhododendron

and azaleas gives year round interest. A prominent feature in

the center of the Park is the Great Telescope built in 1845; the

largest in the world for over 70 years it can now be seen operating

throughout the day.

9 DAYITINERARY SUMMARY

May 1 – 10th, 2014

Thursday, May 1Arrive in Dublin, Meet & Greet and transfer to your hotel

Afternoon: Trinity College, The Book of Kells,

St. Patrick’s Cathedral

Overnight: The Stephen’s Green Hotel, Pub Dinner

Dublin’s official date of establishment was in 988 A.D.

Although evidence of its existence dates back to the second

century in which it was named Eblana. Norman Vikings

were the first settlers of the city. This afternoon you will

visit highlights of this ancient and vibrant city. St. Patrick’s

Cathedral began as a wooden church in use from the 5th

Century to about 1191. The present building, the largest

church in Ireland was built between 1191 and 1270. Major

rebuilding took place in the 1870’s.

The Book of Kells is a must see when in Dublin! It is a

stunningly beautiful manuscript containing the Four

Gospels. The origin is said to be from a monastery on the Isle

of Iona, Scotland, to honor Saint Columba in the early 8th

Century. The Book of Kells is Ireland’s most precious medieval

artifact, and is generally considered the finest surviving

illuminated manuscript.

Dear Garden Friends:

We would like to invite you to join us on Myriad Gardens

Foundation’s first abroad garden tour on a trip to Ireland,

May 1-10, 2014, to see and experience many of its most

beautiful and enchanting gardens, historic cultural

attractions and stunning natural landscapes.

We am excited to share the enclosed itinerary with you.

Myriad Gardens Foundation Community Board Member

and professional garden expert, Linda Horn, and I will

be your hosts for the trip and we are working with Valerie

Wilson Travel Agency, a trusted travel company for

discriminating travelers to ensure the entire experience

exceeds your expectations.

If you’ve traveled to Ireland before, you are sure to have

some new experiences on this trip. In addition to touring

famed gardens and cultural sites, we will also travel to see

off-the-beaten-garden-path gardens that are a plant and

garden lovers’ delight.

Lovely gardens by day will be matched by gracious

accommodations at night, delicious dinners and of course,

a few fun pub nights! You’ll be doing good by having a

wonderfully good adventure too. A portion of your trip

fee includes a tax-deductible donation to the Myriad

Gardens Foundation.

Thank you and do consider joining us and your fellow

Oklahoman garden lovers for an exceptional travel

and garden experience.

Sincerely,

Maureen HeffernanExecutive DirectorMyriad Gardens Foundation

Linda HornDirector of Marketing and Community Relations

P.S. The deadline to receive trip deposits is February, 1, 2014

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Friday, May 2 Morning: The National Botanic Gardens, Farmleigh (lunch enroute)

Afternoon: Free to shop and explore

Overnight: The Stephen’s Green Hotel (dinner on your own)

This morning you will visit The National Botanic Gardens.

Founded in 1795, much of the original architecture survives

on the Great Palm House, Orchid House and Camellia House.

A fabulous Rose Garden and Alpine Yard are a few of the many

glorious highlights of this historic landmark of Ireland.

Farmleigh a garden estate of 78 acres is situated to the Northwest

of Dublin’s Phoenix Park.

This magnificent estate was home to the Guinness family until

1999 when purchased by the Irish Government. Its great charm

is in the eclecticism of its interior décor ranging from Classical

to Jacobean, Louis XV, Louis XVI and Georgian.

Saturday, May 3 Mount Usher Gardens in County Wicklow, Robinsonian wild gardens,

Powerscourt Gardens (lunch at Powerscourt), Dillon Gardens

Overnight: Athlone Springs Hotel (dinner provided)

Travel south from Dublin to beautiful County Wicklow to tour

Mount Usher Gardens. Enjoy this famous Robinsonian wild

garden planted along the banks of the Vartry River.

From one beauty to the next — Powerscourt Gardens, one of

Ireland’s finest examples of the grand estates of the Anglo-Irish

ascendancy. Elaborate Italian garden of terraces, grand steps

and statuary, a walled garden containing the longest herbaceous

border in Ireland, a Japanese garden, lakes, fountains and so

much more!

Dillon Garden is one of the finest private gardens in Ireland. It is

a true inspiration. Almost ½ acre walled city garden containing

an impressive array of exotic plants brilliantly combined with

familiar old favorites.

Sunday, May 4Morning: Birr Castle, Rosse (lunch at Rosse)

Afternoon: Muckross House and Gardens, The Lakes of Killarney

Overnight: Lock Lein Country House—Killarney (dinner provided)

A special treat today — Birr Castle and luncheon with Lord and

Lady Rosse!

This palatial estate, set on the outskirts of the historic market

town, is the home of the Earls of Rosse. It has one of the finest

gardens in Europe and was mostly developed by Anne, Countess

of Rosse who was brought up at Nymans, the beautiful house

and garden in England. The present Lord Rosse still sponsors

plant collecting trips to distant and remote corners of the world.

The Demesne has become world famous for its exotic tree and

plant collections, rivers and lakes, formal gardens, terraces

and wildflower meadows exuding an atmosphere of intimacy

as well as grandeur. The gardens extend across 120 acres of a

17th Century Park whose sweeping open spaces are adorned

by an outstanding collection of 2,000 species of rare trees and

shrubs including the tallest box hedges in the world. The rich

array of plants including magnolias, camellias, rhododendron

and azaleas gives year round interest. A prominent feature in

the center of the Park is the Great Telescope built in 1845; the

largest in the world for over 70 years it can now be seen operating

throughout the day.

9 DAYITINERARY SUMMARY

May 1 – 10th, 2014

Thursday, May 1Arrive in Dublin, Meet & Greet and transfer to your hotel

Afternoon: Trinity College, The Book of Kells,

St. Patrick’s Cathedral

Overnight: The Stephen’s Green Hotel, Pub Dinner

Dublin’s official date of establishment was in 988 A.D.

Although evidence of its existence dates back to the second

century in which it was named Eblana. Norman Vikings

were the first settlers of the city. This afternoon you will

visit highlights of this ancient and vibrant city. St. Patrick’s

Cathedral began as a wooden church in use from the 5th

Century to about 1191. The present building, the largest

church in Ireland was built between 1191 and 1270. Major

rebuilding took place in the 1870’s.

The Book of Kells is a must see when in Dublin! It is a

stunningly beautiful manuscript containing the Four

Gospels. The origin is said to be from a monastery on the Isle

of Iona, Scotland, to honor Saint Columba in the early 8th

Century. The Book of Kells is Ireland’s most precious medieval

artifact, and is generally considered the finest surviving

illuminated manuscript.

Dear Garden Friends:

We would like to invite you to join us on Myriad Gardens

Foundation’s first abroad garden tour on a trip to Ireland,

May 1-10, 2014, to see and experience many of its most

beautiful and enchanting gardens, historic cultural

attractions and stunning natural landscapes.

We am excited to share the enclosed itinerary with you.

Myriad Gardens Foundation Community Board Member

and professional garden expert, Linda Horn, and I will

be your hosts for the trip and we are working with Valerie

Wilson Travel Agency, a trusted travel company for

discriminating travelers to ensure the entire experience

exceeds your expectations.

If you’ve traveled to Ireland before, you are sure to have

some new experiences on this trip. In addition to touring

famed gardens and cultural sites, we will also travel to see

off-the-beaten-garden-path gardens that are a plant and

garden lovers’ delight.

Lovely gardens by day will be matched by gracious

accommodations at night, delicious dinners and of course,

a few fun pub nights! You’ll be doing good by having a

wonderfully good adventure too. A portion of your trip

fee includes a tax-deductible donation to the Myriad

Gardens Foundation.

Thank you and do consider joining us and your fellow

Oklahoman garden lovers for an exceptional travel

and garden experience.

Sincerely,

Maureen HeffernanExecutive DirectorMyriad Gardens Foundation

Linda HornDirector of Marketing and Community Relations

P.S. The deadline to receive trip deposits is February, 1, 2014

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The famous Cookery School of Ballymaloe, with its shell house

and associations with William Penn awaits you. Everyone is

invited to participate in a private cookery class concentrating on

basic bread, jam and scones. A tour of the organic garden is also

a treat. The school is the dream of Darina Allen, Ireland’s best

known chef. You may have met her on the Food Channel when

Bobby Flay interviewed her in Ireland.

Thursday, May 8 Morning: Fota Arboretum and Gardens,

Cappoquin House & Gardens

Afternoon: Lismore Castle & Gardens (lunch enroute)

Overnight: Lismore House (dinner provided)

Fota Arboretum and Gardens is located in the sheltered harbor

of Cork. Fota is of international importance, containing one of

the finest collections of rare and tender trees and shrubs grown

in Ireland and Britain. The name “Fota” is derived from the

Irish “Fód te” meaning warm soil and it is this very quality which

enables the cultivation of the exquisite collection which might

not otherwise be grown in Ireland.

Cappoquin House & Gardens: Cappoquin House is an 18th

century Georgian mansion built on the site off the old Fitzgerald

castle. It dominates the River Blackwater at the point where, due

to an ice age blockage the river turns south and ploughs its way

through the hills to the sea. Planting types are much the same as

in southwest England (Devon or Cornwall).

Lismore Castle & Gardens graciously welcome you! In the

turbulent centuries preceding the reign of King Charles II

most substantial Irish gardens were protected behind walled or

embanked enclosures adjacent to a house or castle. The Upper

Garden at Lismore is a splendid surviving example of such an

early garden — notable not only for its impressive walls, turrets

and terracing but also because it has remained in continuous

use for over three-and-a-half centuries. Its appeal is perhaps

increased by the tradition that Spenser wrote part of his

Fairie Queen here. The gardens are entered through an outer

gatehouse known as the Riding House, built in 1631 to provide

accommodation for mounted horsemen. The old Upper Garden

lies to the left of the avenue and occupies a large rectangular

area on two terraces. Its surrounding walls were built in 1626 by

Richard Boyle, the Great Earl of Cork, a remarkable Elizabethan

adventurer who had acquired the castle from Sir Walter Raleigh

in 1602. Visitors are greeted in the gardens by newly planted fruit

trees covering part of the area once occupied by the Great Earl’s

orchard. A central walk between herbaceous borders backed by

clipped yew hedges passes through the lower terrace in Lismore

Castle & Gardens and has a dramatic alignment with the

cathedral spire. This leads to the upper terrace where there are

larger areas of beautiful edible gardens.

At the North West end lies a ridge-furrow greenhouse designed

by Sir Joseph Paxton in 1858, while in the south-west corner,

providing excellent views of the surrounding landscape, a tower

looms. The principal feature of the garden is an ancient yew walk,

planted in 1707.

Friday, May 9Waterford City, Kilkenny (lunch enroute), Thomastown

Village, Dublin

Farewell Dinner: The historical Shelbourne Hotel in Dublin

Overnight: The Stephen’s Green Hotel

In famous Waterford City you’ll visit the Crystal Factory,

Cathedral and 10th century City Walls. Continue on to Kilkenny

and the lovely village of Thomastown in the heart of the

renowned Kilkenny Crafts Trail. Visit a glass blower, artisan

chocolate maker, various artist and craft studios. Kilkenny will

present you with a beautiful castle and medieval laneways.

Continue to Dublin.

Saturday, May 10Morning: Departure for Dublin Airport

After a luncheon, we will depart for Muckross House and

Gardens, renowned for their fine collection of rhododendrons

species, hybrids and azaleas. Visit the wonderful rock-garden

and extensive water-garden. Muckross Abbey will provide an

exciting experience — follow the old narrow stairways to get a

feeling of how the old monks would leave their living quarters

to make their way to prayer. The splendid 19th century

subtropical gardens run down towards the Lakes of Killarney

and the nature walks offer a fine example of beauty and serenity

of the area. They were laid out in honor of Queen Victoria who

greatly enjoyed visiting Muckross.

Monday, May 5The Ring of Kerry (lunch enroute), A day to remember

Overnight: Lock Lein Country House—Killarney (dinner provided)

The Ring of Kerry is the scenic highlight of Ireland, over 100

miles of stunning seaside with the mountains always beside you.

Possibly enjoy a horse-drawn cart ride! A day to explore and enjoy.

Tuesday, May 6Morning: Free time in Killarney, Dereen Gardens (Lunch at The Lake House)

Afternoon: Garnish Island, Bantry House & Gardens

Overnight: Seaview House Hotel (dinner provided)

Free time this morning for shopping and exploring in the

wonderful village of Killarney.

Visit Dereen Gardens with luxuriant woodlands giving glimpses

of the sea and the surrounding wild and majestic country.

Gorgeous azaleas in bloom and rhododendrons — some rising as

high as 60 feet.

Perhaps the most magical setting a garden could have is to be on

an island bathed in the warm waters of the Gulf Stream! Garnish

Island — known to horticulturists worldwide as an island garden

of rare beauty. Enjoy!

To put an end to the day, you’ll admire Bantry House & Gardens,

an early 19th century terraced Italian Garden with a “Staircase to

Heaven” and Rose Burke’s informal woodland garden with exotic

sub-tropical plants.

Wednesday, May 7Morning: Cois Cuain Gardens at Kilcrohane

Afternoon: (Luncheon at Ballymaloe House), Private cooking class at

Cookery School of Ballymaloe

Overnight: Seaview House Hotel (dinner provided)

Start your day at Cois Cuain Gardens at Kilcrohane. This garden

is entirely within 30 meters of the sea. A joy to behold!

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The famous Cookery School of Ballymaloe, with its shell house

and associations with William Penn awaits you. Everyone is

invited to participate in a private cookery class concentrating on

basic bread, jam and scones. A tour of the organic garden is also

a treat. The school is the dream of Darina Allen, Ireland’s best

known chef. You may have met her on the Food Channel when

Bobby Flay interviewed her in Ireland.

Thursday, May 8 Morning: Fota Arboretum and Gardens,

Cappoquin House & Gardens

Afternoon: Lismore Castle & Gardens (lunch enroute)

Overnight: Lismore House (dinner provided)

Fota Arboretum and Gardens is located in the sheltered harbor

of Cork. Fota is of international importance, containing one of

the finest collections of rare and tender trees and shrubs grown

in Ireland and Britain. The name “Fota” is derived from the

Irish “Fód te” meaning warm soil and it is this very quality which

enables the cultivation of the exquisite collection which might

not otherwise be grown in Ireland.

Cappoquin House & Gardens: Cappoquin House is an 18th

century Georgian mansion built on the site off the old Fitzgerald

castle. It dominates the River Blackwater at the point where, due

to an ice age blockage the river turns south and ploughs its way

through the hills to the sea. Planting types are much the same as

in southwest England (Devon or Cornwall).

Lismore Castle & Gardens graciously welcome you! In the

turbulent centuries preceding the reign of King Charles II

most substantial Irish gardens were protected behind walled or

embanked enclosures adjacent to a house or castle. The Upper

Garden at Lismore is a splendid surviving example of such an

early garden — notable not only for its impressive walls, turrets

and terracing but also because it has remained in continuous

use for over three-and-a-half centuries. Its appeal is perhaps

increased by the tradition that Spenser wrote part of his

Fairie Queen here. The gardens are entered through an outer

gatehouse known as the Riding House, built in 1631 to provide

accommodation for mounted horsemen. The old Upper Garden

lies to the left of the avenue and occupies a large rectangular

area on two terraces. Its surrounding walls were built in 1626 by

Richard Boyle, the Great Earl of Cork, a remarkable Elizabethan

adventurer who had acquired the castle from Sir Walter Raleigh

in 1602. Visitors are greeted in the gardens by newly planted fruit

trees covering part of the area once occupied by the Great Earl’s

orchard. A central walk between herbaceous borders backed by

clipped yew hedges passes through the lower terrace in Lismore

Castle & Gardens and has a dramatic alignment with the

cathedral spire. This leads to the upper terrace where there are

larger areas of beautiful edible gardens.

At the North West end lies a ridge-furrow greenhouse designed

by Sir Joseph Paxton in 1858, while in the south-west corner,

providing excellent views of the surrounding landscape, a tower

looms. The principal feature of the garden is an ancient yew walk,

planted in 1707.

Friday, May 9Waterford City, Kilkenny (lunch enroute), Thomastown

Village, Dublin

Farewell Dinner: The historical Shelbourne Hotel in Dublin

Overnight: The Stephen’s Green Hotel

In famous Waterford City you’ll visit the Crystal Factory,

Cathedral and 10th century City Walls. Continue on to Kilkenny

and the lovely village of Thomastown in the heart of the

renowned Kilkenny Crafts Trail. Visit a glass blower, artisan

chocolate maker, various artist and craft studios. Kilkenny will

present you with a beautiful castle and medieval laneways.

Continue to Dublin.

Saturday, May 10Morning: Departure for Dublin Airport

After a luncheon, we will depart for Muckross House and

Gardens, renowned for their fine collection of rhododendrons

species, hybrids and azaleas. Visit the wonderful rock-garden

and extensive water-garden. Muckross Abbey will provide an

exciting experience — follow the old narrow stairways to get a

feeling of how the old monks would leave their living quarters

to make their way to prayer. The splendid 19th century

subtropical gardens run down towards the Lakes of Killarney

and the nature walks offer a fine example of beauty and serenity

of the area. They were laid out in honor of Queen Victoria who

greatly enjoyed visiting Muckross.

Monday, May 5The Ring of Kerry (lunch enroute), A day to remember

Overnight: Lock Lein Country House—Killarney (dinner provided)

The Ring of Kerry is the scenic highlight of Ireland, over 100

miles of stunning seaside with the mountains always beside you.

Possibly enjoy a horse-drawn cart ride! A day to explore and enjoy.

Tuesday, May 6Morning: Free time in Killarney, Dereen Gardens (Lunch at The Lake House)

Afternoon: Garnish Island, Bantry House & Gardens

Overnight: Seaview House Hotel (dinner provided)

Free time this morning for shopping and exploring in the

wonderful village of Killarney.

Visit Dereen Gardens with luxuriant woodlands giving glimpses

of the sea and the surrounding wild and majestic country.

Gorgeous azaleas in bloom and rhododendrons — some rising as

high as 60 feet.

Perhaps the most magical setting a garden could have is to be on

an island bathed in the warm waters of the Gulf Stream! Garnish

Island — known to horticulturists worldwide as an island garden

of rare beauty. Enjoy!

To put an end to the day, you’ll admire Bantry House & Gardens,

an early 19th century terraced Italian Garden with a “Staircase to

Heaven” and Rose Burke’s informal woodland garden with exotic

sub-tropical plants.

Wednesday, May 7Morning: Cois Cuain Gardens at Kilcrohane

Afternoon: (Luncheon at Ballymaloe House), Private cooking class at

Cookery School of Ballymaloe

Overnight: Seaview House Hotel (dinner provided)

Start your day at Cois Cuain Gardens at Kilcrohane. This garden

is entirely within 30 meters of the sea. A joy to behold!

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PAYMENT SCHEDULE » Land Tour Cost: $4,146 per person for double occupancy

and $4,796 for single occupancy

» Deposit: $1,200 per person at time of reserving

» Final payment due: February 1, 2014

» Hotel upgrades: Possible. Superior Rooms to Deluxe for

additional fee.

» Payment Procedure: Payments are gladly accepted by major

credit cards or check. If paying by check, please make check out

to: Valerie Wilson Travel, Inc. and post to Patricia West, VWT,

P.O. Box 299, Southport, ME 04576. For more information on

trip details and terms, contact Patricia West at [email protected]

or 207.633.4883

» Air: Our air department would be happy to arrange you air

schedule and pricing. Transfer to the hotel is arranged for the

group. Individuals arriving at different times can use a taxi. If

not transferring with the group, your taxi is not included and no

refund for non-use of transfer.

» Travel Insurance: Highly advised. We carry Travelex. Please alert

with the group your taxi is not included and no refund for non-

use of transfer.

TOUR CONDITIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES » Airport transfers if flying with group

» 9 night’s accommodation (4 star plus) including full

breakfast, tax, service

» All meals expect luncheon on Day 1 and Dinner on Day 2

» Special private luncheon with Lord Rosse at Birr Castle.

» Special Farewell Dinner at the Shelbourne Hotel in Dublin.

» Transport and private driver/guide throughout the tour

» Private cooking class at Ballymaloe

» Garden expert escort from Myriad Gardens

» $250 per person tax-deductible donation to Myriad

Gardens Foundation

NOT INCLUDED » Airline Tickets

» Drinks during meals

» Driver/guide has general knowledge of all areas visited however

he is not a Garden expert. Besides your escort most Gardens

visited will have experts on hand.

» Gratuities, excess luggage charges, passports, immunizations,

personal items such as valet/laundry services, travel

insurance, communication

CANCELLATION » Full refund of any deposit or final payment if canceled by January

27, 2014 minus a $75 administration fee per person

» One to three months prior to arrival 30% of the tour rate

» Less than thirty days prior to arrival 100% of the tour rate

PRICINGRemains as quoted until January 27, 2014. If at that time we have

less than 18 paying passengers the tour will be reviewed and prices

may increase.

A NOTE ABOUT THE ITINERARYWhile every effort will be made to carry out the program as planned,

the itinerary as described is subject to modification and change by

Valerie Wilson Travel Inc. and Myriad Botanical Gardens.

RESPONSIBILITYValerie Wilson Travel Inc. and Myriad Botanical Gardens purchases

transportation hotel accommodations, restaurant service and other

service from various independent suppliers that are not subject to

Valerie Wilson Travel Inc. or Myriad Botanical Gardens control

Valerie Wilson Travel Inc. or Myriad Botanical Gardens therefore

shall not be responsible or liable in any way for any loss, death,

injury or damage to persons or property suffered or incurred by

any person in connection with this program or portion of it. The

passage contract in use by each airline or other carrier shall the sole

contract in use by each airline or other carrier and the passenger.

Valerie Wilson Travel Inc. or Myriad Botanical Gardens shall not

be held responsible for any delays, substitutions of equipment or

hotels, change in services and accommodations, or other acts or

omissions on the part of carriers or operators of facilities described

in the program or for any charges in the itinerary deemed necessary

or appropriate for the safety or convenience of passengers. Nor do

we accept responsibility for losses or delays arising from sickness,

pilferage, acts of terrorism, weather conditions or acts of God. All

such losses or expenses shall be borne by the tour participant.

All claims for refunds must be made within thirty days after

termination of services and must be in writing. Refund limit to net

amounts received from suppliers converted at current exchange.

Liability for luggage is strictly limited and participants are urged to

take necessary insurance for their protection. The tour participant

agrees on behalf of himself, his dependents, heirs, executors,

administrators and assigns to abide by the above conditions and

release and hold harmless Valerie Wilson Travel Inc. and Myriad

Botanical Gardens and any of their representatives from any and

all liability.

CURRENCY EXCHANGEThe tour cost is based on a current rate of exchange when tour

designed. Due to external pressures on the value of the US Dollar,

the land cost is subject to change.

GENERAL INFORMATIONA valid passport is required of all participants for entry into

the Ireland. No visas are required for US citizens. No specific

inoculations are required however we suggest you consult your

physician for recommendations.

TRAVELER 1

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PAYMENT PROCEDURE

Payments are gladly accepted by major credit cards or check. Post

payment to: Patricia West, VWT, P.O. Box 229, Southport, ME

04576. Full payment is due on February 1, 2014.

Your questions on trip details or terms can be directed to Patricia

West of Valerie Wilson Travel at 207.633.4883 or [email protected].

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Garden Jewels of Ireland Tour, May 1-May 10, 2014 Double occupancy ($4,146)

Single occupancy ($4,796)

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reservations form.

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PAYMENT SCHEDULE » Land Tour Cost: $4,146 per person for double occupancy

and $4,796 for single occupancy

» Deposit: $1,200 per person at time of reserving

» Final payment due: February 1, 2014

» Hotel upgrades: Possible. Superior Rooms to Deluxe for

additional fee.

» Payment Procedure: Payments are gladly accepted by major

credit cards or check. If paying by check, please make check out

to: Valerie Wilson Travel, Inc. and post to Patricia West, VWT,

P.O. Box 299, Southport, ME 04576. For more information on

trip details and terms, contact Patricia West at [email protected]

or 207.633.4883

» Air: Our air department would be happy to arrange you air

schedule and pricing. Transfer to the hotel is arranged for the

group. Individuals arriving at different times can use a taxi. If

not transferring with the group, your taxi is not included and no

refund for non-use of transfer.

» Travel Insurance: Highly advised. We carry Travelex. Please alert

with the group your taxi is not included and no refund for non-

use of transfer.

TOUR CONDITIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES » Airport transfers if flying with group

» 9 night’s accommodation (4 star plus) including full

breakfast, tax, service

» All meals expect luncheon on Day 1 and Dinner on Day 2

» Special private luncheon with Lord Rosse at Birr Castle.

» Special Farewell Dinner at the Shelbourne Hotel in Dublin.

» Transport and private driver/guide throughout the tour

» Private cooking class at Ballymaloe

» Garden expert escort from Myriad Gardens

» $250 per person tax-deductible donation to Myriad

Gardens Foundation

NOT INCLUDED » Airline Tickets

» Drinks during meals

» Driver/guide has general knowledge of all areas visited however

he is not a Garden expert. Besides your escort most Gardens

visited will have experts on hand.

» Gratuities, excess luggage charges, passports, immunizations,

personal items such as valet/laundry services, travel

insurance, communication

CANCELLATION » Full refund of any deposit or final payment if canceled by January

27, 2014 minus a $75 administration fee per person

» One to three months prior to arrival 30% of the tour rate

» Less than thirty days prior to arrival 100% of the tour rate

PRICINGRemains as quoted until January 27, 2014. If at that time we have

less than 18 paying passengers the tour will be reviewed and prices

may increase.

A NOTE ABOUT THE ITINERARYWhile every effort will be made to carry out the program as planned,

the itinerary as described is subject to modification and change by

Valerie Wilson Travel Inc. and Myriad Botanical Gardens.

RESPONSIBILITYValerie Wilson Travel Inc. and Myriad Botanical Gardens purchases

transportation hotel accommodations, restaurant service and other

service from various independent suppliers that are not subject to

Valerie Wilson Travel Inc. or Myriad Botanical Gardens control

Valerie Wilson Travel Inc. or Myriad Botanical Gardens therefore

shall not be responsible or liable in any way for any loss, death,

injury or damage to persons or property suffered or incurred by

any person in connection with this program or portion of it. The

passage contract in use by each airline or other carrier shall the sole

contract in use by each airline or other carrier and the passenger.

Valerie Wilson Travel Inc. or Myriad Botanical Gardens shall not

be held responsible for any delays, substitutions of equipment or

hotels, change in services and accommodations, or other acts or

omissions on the part of carriers or operators of facilities described

in the program or for any charges in the itinerary deemed necessary

or appropriate for the safety or convenience of passengers. Nor do

we accept responsibility for losses or delays arising from sickness,

pilferage, acts of terrorism, weather conditions or acts of God. All

such losses or expenses shall be borne by the tour participant.

All claims for refunds must be made within thirty days after

termination of services and must be in writing. Refund limit to net

amounts received from suppliers converted at current exchange.

Liability for luggage is strictly limited and participants are urged to

take necessary insurance for their protection. The tour participant

agrees on behalf of himself, his dependents, heirs, executors,

administrators and assigns to abide by the above conditions and

release and hold harmless Valerie Wilson Travel Inc. and Myriad

Botanical Gardens and any of their representatives from any and

all liability.

CURRENCY EXCHANGEThe tour cost is based on a current rate of exchange when tour

designed. Due to external pressures on the value of the US Dollar,

the land cost is subject to change.

GENERAL INFORMATIONA valid passport is required of all participants for entry into

the Ireland. No visas are required for US citizens. No specific

inoculations are required however we suggest you consult your

physician for recommendations.

TRAVELER 1

Name as on passport

Passport # Exp. Date

Date of birth

Address

City

State Zip

Phone (home/cell)

E-mail

EMERGENCY CONTACT FOR TRAVELER 1

Name

Phone

Relationship

SPECIAL MEDICAL OR DIETARY NEEDS(please specify needs by traveler)

PAYMENT PROCEDURE

Payments are gladly accepted by major credit cards or check. Post

payment to: Patricia West, VWT, P.O. Box 229, Southport, ME

04576. Full payment is due on February 1, 2014.

Your questions on trip details or terms can be directed to Patricia

West of Valerie Wilson Travel at 207.633.4883 or [email protected].

TRAVELER 2

Name as on passport

Passport # Exp. Date

Date of birth

Address

City

State Zip

Phone (home/cell)

E-mail

EMERGENCY CONTACT FOR TRAVELER 2

Name

Phone

Relationship

PAYMENT INFORMATION (deposit $1,200 per person due with reservations)

Please make checks payable to Valerie Wilson Travel

Amount $ Check #

If paying by credit card (VISA, MasterCard, American Express or Discover)

Credit card #

Exp. Date

Amount to be charged

Signature

Garden Jewels of Ireland Tour, May 1-May 10, 2014 Double occupancy ($4,146)

Single occupancy ($4,796)

PARTICIPANT INFORMATION

Please record information exactly as it appears on your passport and send a copy of your passport photo page with the

reservations form.

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Deadline to receive deposits is February, 1, 2014

JOIN US FOR THIS

MAGNIFICENT EXPERIENCE!

GARDENJEWELS OF IRELANDMay 1-10th, 2014

Please refer to the program reservation form for pricing and

instructions for reserving your place on this tour. For more

information on details of the trip and terms, please contact

Patsy West of Valerie Wilson Travel Agency at 207.633.4883 or

[email protected].


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