September | October | November | December 2017

Gems of Iceland October 8-14 Imagine being able to visit one of the 10 most magnificent natural hot springs in the world. Memory Makes plan to do just that as they visit Iceland the land of fire and ice this October. We hope to encounter bubbling hot natural mud pools, jaw-dropping waterfalls, panoramic ocean views, bursting geyers and keeping our fingers crossed to see the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights).

Salute to Veterans Trip November 8-11 This trip to Branson features The Million Dollar Quartet, Clay Coopers Country Music Express, Legends in Concert, the Sight and Sound Theatre for the “Miracle of Christmas”. Our tour includes 3 nights lodging, 3 dinners, 3 breakfasts, 5 shows and before we leave for home on Saturday we will get a chance to experience the Veterans’ Day Parade in Branson, MO. This trip is $580.00 and Veterans, Servicemen, and Active Military receive a $25 discount.

Christmas in Omaha December 6-9 Come see what it is like to celebrate Christmas around the world and you will not even need your passport. We have a Christmas celebration with the German-American Society, a Victorian Christmas at the General Crook House, Ethnic Holiday Trees at Union Station, St Cecilia’s Spanish Cathedral tour, Gingerbread on parade the the Morman Trails Center, an Irish Christmas at Father Flanagan’s Boy Town, LeVoltaire for lunch, Madrigral Christmas Feast and Dinner Show, Holiday Pointsettia Display at Lauritzen Botanical Gardens, a Polish Dinner and entertainment in a Polish home, The Christmas Carol Musical and a visit to Powell Garden on our way home. The cost of this trip is $625 for double $775 for single, $605 for triple.

End 2017 with a

Memory Makers Trip!

It has been an amazing spring and summer with Memory Makers...we have

experienced a kaleidoscope of trips.

Isle of Capri Isle of Capri Casino trip for 2017 are Thursday, Sept. 28 and Thursday, Nov. 2. $28.00 per person.

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2018 TRIPS

Costa Rica Feb. 4-11 Where can we go in February to escape the cold? Beautiful, spectacular, Costa Rica of course. This trip offers you a deluxe Ocean View Room with all inclusive meals and beverages. The beachfront resort is located on the beautiful Gulf of Nicoya. If relaxing on the beach is not for you, we will offer “Trips” exclusive excursions at an additional charge. You may choose to visit Arenal Volcano National Park, walk the hanging bridges, zip line over the lush rainforest, visit a coffee plantation, see the town of Sarchi for crafts, snorkeling, & scuba diving on Tortuga Island. Feel free to do as much or as little as you want. $2,998.00 for double occupancy, $3,698.00 single. A $500 deposit is required to hold your space. New Orleans for St Patrick’s Day March 15-19 Plan to explore the “Big Easy” with Memory Makers. Brian Doughty from “Trips” is a native of Louisiana so he is sure to show Memory Makers a great time. The highlight of this trip will surely be experiencing the heritage and history of Immigrants to New Orleans during 2 parades. The Irish-Americans kick things off on St Patrick’s day with a parade like nothing you’ve ever experienced. Next up, the Italian-Americans with a delightfully different parade. Let the good times roll for $1,998 double occupancy and $2,596 single occupancy. A $500 deposit is required to hold space on this tour. Final payment due December 1st.

British Isles Cruise May 2-16 This popular cruise is nearly sold out. Call now for pricing and cabin availability. We visit London, Buckingham Palace, the tower of London & Big Ben, Southhampton, Winchester Cathedral, the Channel Islands, Portland England, Cork, Ireland, Dublin Ireland, Glasgow, Scotland, Orkney Isles, Inverness and Edinburgh.

Take a peak through our Memory Makers kaleidoscope!

Niagara Falls June 2-9 Motor coach with us to beautiful Niagara Falls on the Canadian side. Passport is required for this adventure Price is $1,395.00. We overnight in Columbus, Ohio coming and going on this trip. Four night stay in Niagara Falls area. Thip includes: IMAX Theatre, Davedevil Exhibit (can you imagine going over the falls in a barrell??) Jet Boat Tour, Butterfly Conservatory, Voyage of the Falls Boat Tour, wine tasting and shopping at Niagara on the Lake and a free day to explore on your own in the Niagara Falls area. $250 deposit due at sign up.

Montana July 18-24 If you have already explored Alaska with us perhaps you will join us for Big Sky Country, Montana. The trip keeps you on the go and the cost is $3,098 per person. We visit Helena, Last Chance Gulch, and a scenic cruise through the Gates of the Mountains. We explore Glacier National Park in a Red Jammer Vehicle on the spectacular “Going-to-the-Sun-Road.” We have a soft adventure float trip on the crystal clear waters of the Middle Fork of the Flathead River. Dinner at the Lonesome Dove Ranch and a visit to Hutterrite Colony. Pick up a brochure for all the exclusive details. A $500 deposit holds your space and final payment due April 1st.

Alaska July 8-21 Join Memory Makers for “Trips” Ultimate Alaska and Inside Passage. We travel to Seattle, WA and then board our ship in Vancouver. 7 night cruise on Norwegian Sun and 4 night Denali Land Tour. Also included is a ride in a domed railcar from Denali to Fairbanks. Inside cabin $4,710, Oceanview window $5,110.00 but since you may not want to miss a moment of incredible Alaska you may choose a balcony cabin for $5,910.00. Call today to get you best choice of cabins on the ship. A $500 deposit holds your space and is fully refundable up to March 28, 2018.

San Antonio September 8-14 This tour is $2,055 per person. This trip includes two casino visits, touring of San Antonio, The Alamo, St Mark’s Church, San Antonio Missions National Park, San Fernando Cathedral, food demonstration, Texas Ranger Museum, La Villita Historic Arts Village, National Museum of the Pacific War, San Antonio River Cruise, Tower of the Americas Observation Deck and Tour. The first night of this trip overnights at Grand Hotel Casino Resort in Oklahoma. Next we have 4 nights lodging right along the San Antonio Riverwalk. On our way home we overnight at WinStar World Casino in Oklahoma.$250 deposit due at sign up.

Kenya September 29 – October 9 Those of you that know me know my most fantastic and favorite trip is our trip to Kenya. So in 2018 we are offering this trip with an added Ultimate Lifetime Moment to see the Moutain Gorillas on the Rwanda Extension. Pick up a flyer at your nearest Maries County Bank for all the details of our Kenya Wing Safari. I promise it will be one of the most spectacular adventures you have ever embarked upon. Make your deposit today to ensure your space on our journey.

Washington D.C. December 2-7 Some of you folks have gone with Memory Makers to the beautiful Gaylord Resort in Nashville. In December of 2018 we would love to invite you to experience our Nations Capital all decked out for Christmas. Imagine 5 nights at the Gay-lord National. Witness a nightly indoor snowfall, Sights & Sounds of the Season Laser Show, and ride th Capital Wheel.Places we will visit on this trip include: Arlington National Cemetery, Washington National Cathedral, World War II Me-morial, The National Christmas Tree, United States Botanic Gardens, The Lincoln Memorial, Performance at Ford’s The-atre, Hillwood Museum Gardens, Mount Vernon and much more. An afternoon to visit your choice of the Smithsonian Museum. Perhaps the new Museum of the Bible will be at the top of your list. This trip is $2,998.00 double occupancy and $3,796 for single occupancy. $500 deposit holds your space.

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Costa Rica Feb. 4-11 Where can we go in February to escape the cold? Beautiful, spectacular, Costa Rica of course. This trip offers you a deluxe Ocean View Room with all inclusive meals and beverages. The beachfront resort is located on the beautiful Gulf of Nicoya. If relaxing on the beach is not for you, we will offer “Trips” exclusive excursions at an additional charge. You may choose to visit Arenal Volcano National Park, walk the hanging bridges, zip line over the lush rainforest, visit a coffee plantation, see the town of Sarchi for crafts, snorkeling, & scuba diving on Tortuga Island. Feel free to do as much or as little as you want. $2,998.00 for double occupancy, $3,698.00 single. A $500 deposit is required to hold your space. New Orleans for St Patrick’s Day March 15-19 Plan to explore the “Big Easy” with Memory Makers. Brian Doughty from “Trips” is a native of Louisiana so he is sure to show Memory Makers a great time. The highlight of this trip will surely be experiencing the heritage and history of Immigrants to New Orleans during 2 parades. The Irish-Americans kick things off on St Patrick’s day with a parade like nothing you’ve ever experienced. Next up, the Italian-Americans with a delightfully different parade. Let the good times roll for $1,998 double occupancy and $2,596 single occupancy. A $500 deposit is required to hold space on this tour. Final payment due December 1st.

British Isles Cruise May 2-16 This popular cruise is nearly sold out. Call now for pricing and cabin availability. We visit London, Buckingham Palace, the tower of London & Big Ben, Southhampton, Winchester Cathedral, the Channel Islands, Portland England, Cork, Ireland, Dublin Ireland, Glasgow, Scotland, Orkney Isles, Inverness and Edinburgh.

Take a peak through our Memory Makers kaleidoscope!

Niagara Falls June 2-9 Motor coach with us to beautiful Niagara Falls on the Canadian side. Passport is required for this adventure Price is $1,395.00. We overnight in Columbus, Ohio coming and going on this trip. Four night stay in Niagara Falls area. Thip includes: IMAX Theatre, Davedevil Exhibit (can you imagine going over the falls in a barrell??) Jet Boat Tour, Butterfly Conservatory, Voyage of the Falls Boat Tour, wine tasting and shopping at Niagara on the Lake and a free day to explore on your own in the Niagara Falls area. $250 deposit due at sign up.

Montana July 18-24 If you have already explored Alaska with us perhaps you will join us for Big Sky Country, Montana. The trip keeps you on the go and the cost is $3,098 per person. We visit Helena, Last Chance Gulch, and a scenic cruise through the Gates of the Mountains. We explore Glacier National Park in a Red Jammer Vehicle on the spectacular “Going-to-the-Sun-Road.” We have a soft adventure float trip on the crystal clear waters of the Middle Fork of the Flathead River. Dinner at the Lonesome Dove Ranch and a visit to Hutterrite Colony. Pick up a brochure for all the exclusive details. A $500 deposit holds your space and final payment due April 1st.

Alaska July 8-21 Join Memory Makers for “Trips” Ultimate Alaska and Inside Passage. We travel to Seattle, WA and then board our ship in Vancouver. 7 night cruise on Norwegian Sun and 4 night Denali Land Tour. Also included is a ride in a domed railcar from Denali to Fairbanks. Inside cabin $4,710, Oceanview window $5,110.00 but since you may not want to miss a moment of incredible Alaska you may choose a balcony cabin for $5,910.00. Call today to get you best choice of cabins on the ship. A $500 deposit holds your space and is fully refundable up to March 28, 2018.

San Antonio September 8-14 This tour is $2,055 per person. This trip includes two casino visits, touring of San Antonio, The Alamo, St Mark’s Church, San Antonio Missions National Park, San Fernando Cathedral, food demonstration, Texas Ranger Museum, La Villita Historic Arts Village, National Museum of the Pacific War, San Antonio River Cruise, Tower of the Americas Observation Deck and Tour. The first night of this trip overnights at Grand Hotel Casino Resort in Oklahoma. Next we have 4 nights lodging right along the San Antonio Riverwalk. On our way home we overnight at WinStar World Casino in Oklahoma.$250 deposit due at sign up.

Kenya September 29 – October 9 Those of you that know me know my most fantastic and favorite trip is our trip to Kenya. So in 2018 we are offering this trip with an added Ultimate Lifetime Moment to see the Moutain Gorillas on the Rwanda Extension. Pick up a flyer at your nearest Maries County Bank for all the details of our Kenya Wing Safari. I promise it will be one of the most spectacular adventures you have ever embarked upon. Make your deposit today to ensure your space on our journey.

Washington D.C. December 2-7 Some of you folks have gone with Memory Makers to the beautiful Gaylord Resort in Nashville. In December of 2018 we would love to invite you to experience our Nations Capital all decked out for Christmas. Imagine 5 nights at the Gay-lord National. Witness a nightly indoor snowfall, Sights & Sounds of the Season Laser Show, and ride th Capital Wheel.Places we will visit on this trip include: Arlington National Cemetery, Washington National Cathedral, World War II Me-morial, The National Christmas Tree, United States Botanic Gardens, The Lincoln Memorial, Performance at Ford’s The-atre, Hillwood Museum Gardens, Mount Vernon and much more. An afternoon to visit your choice of the Smithsonian Museum. Perhaps the new Museum of the Bible will be at the top of your list. This trip is $2,998.00 double occupancy and $3,796 for single occupancy. $500 deposit holds your space.

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If cancellation is necessary, every effort will be made to provide either a partial or full refund. If we have a wait list, we will do all we can to fill your space and provide a refund. We cannot guarantee a refund. There will be times when refunds are not possible due to ticket purchases, meal guarantees, no wait list, etc. If a tour cancels because of lack of reservations, you will recieve a full refund. On tours where an outside agent is used, we will adhere to the written cancellation policy of the agent.

A completed reservation form along with the required deposit is due to ensure your place on any Memory Makers’ trip or activity. We are unable to hold a place without the neccessary deposit of $50 unless otherwise noted. Please make checks payable to Maries County Bank and mail to Attention: Kathy Scego or drop off at your nearest Maries County Bank Branch. We encourage you to make your reservations early in order to avoid disappoinment. To reserve your trip, please call 573-437-4444 or your local branch OR email Kathy Scego at kscego@mariescountybank.com.

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2017-2018 Trip Schedule

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Sept. 28 & Nov. 2, 2017 Isle of CapriOct. 8-14, 2017 IcelandNov. 8 -11, 2017 Branson trip to honor VeteransDec. 6-9, 2017 Omaha, NEFeb. 4-11, 2018 Costa RicaMar. 7-9 Downstream CasinoMar 15-19 New OrleansMay 2-16 British IslesMay 22 Mystery TripJune 2-9 Niagra FallsJuly 8-21 Alaska July 18-24 MontanaAug. 14-17 Overnight Mystery trip Sept. 8-14 San AntonioSept. 29 - Oct. 9 KenyaOct. 8-13 Rwanda ExtensionDec. 2-7 Washington D.C.