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SPAIN AND THE COSTA DEL SOL NOVEMBER 9-17, 2015 from $2,899 AIR & LAND NINE DAYS, SEVEN NIGHTS INCLUDING HOTELS, MEALS, DAY TRIPS AND AIRFARE FROM KNOXVILLE, TN For more details and reservations contact: Tammi Ford at the Blount Partnership E-mail: [email protected] Telephone: (865) 273-1211 Over forty-eight million vacationers visit Spain each year, making it one of the three most visited countries in the world. To travel to Spain is to experience sun, superb food, hospitality, and "joie de vivre." Yet, it is also to discover the country's rich heritage of monuments and sights, the imprint of the different civilizations that once made it their home, or to journey through its singular and breathtaking countryside and delight in the stunning, starkly contrasting scenery, study the customs of its peoples and towns, and share in their local fiestas and traditions. To travel to Spain is to opt for diversity, to be the central character in what is sure to be a truly unforgettable story. This is what makes Spain such a prized destination worldwide and why the vast majority of those who visit it once return in order to share in the enjoyment of a climate, countryside and culture which embody a rather special way of life. Early-Bird Special! $2,999, $2,899 if reserved by April 27, 2015. Blount Partnership Chamber of Commerce presents Member of

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SPAIN AND THE COSTA DEL SOL

NOVEMBER 9-17, 2015

from $2,899 AIR & LANDNINE DAYS, SEVEN NIGHTS INCLUDING HOTELS, MEALS, DAY TRIPS AND

AIRFARE FROM KNOXVILLE, TN

For more details and reservations contact: Tammi Ford at the Blount PartnershipE-mail: [email protected] Telephone: (865) 273-1211

Over forty-eight million vacationers visit Spain each year, making it one of the three most visited countries in the world. To travel toSpain is to experience sun, superb food, hospitality, and "joie de vivre." Yet, it is also to discover the country's rich heritage ofmonuments and sights, the imprint of the different civilizations that once made it their home, or to journey through its singular andbreathtaking countryside and delight in the stunning, starkly contrasting scenery, study the customs of its peoples and towns, andshare in their local fiestas and traditions. To travel to Spain is to opt for diversity, to be the central character in what is sure to be atruly unforgettable story. This is what makes Spain such a prized destination worldwide and why the vast majority of those who visitit once return in order to share in the enjoyment of a climate, countryside and culture which embody a rather special way of life.

Early-Bird Special!$2,999, $2,899 if reserved by

April 27, 2015.

Blount Partnership Chamber of Commerce

presents

Member of

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Day 1 - Depart USA Depart Knoxville, TN for Spain. Meals andrefreshments served on board.Day 2 - Costa del Sol Welcome to the famous Costa del Sol,Spain’s Mediterranean coastline! Upon arrival in Malaga, proceedto baggage claim. After clearing customs, you will be met by yourCentral Holidays representative. You'll be transferred to your hotellocated in the renowned resort town of Torremolinos, situated alongone of the most cosmopolitan stretches of coastline in Spain. Enjoythe remainder of the day at leisure. (D)Day 3 - Costa del Sol/Seville After breakfast at the hotel, take afull-day tour to Seville. Seville is Spain's fourth largest city and thecapital of the Andalusia region. Built on the banks of theGuadalquivir River, the city has a rich history with vast Moorishinfluences and was once a prosperous trading port with theAmericas. It was in Seville that Columbus docked upon returningfrom America. Enjoy a panoramic tour of this vibrant city; see themeticulous gardens at Maria Luisa Park, stroll through the districtof Santa Cruz and revel in the city’s 15th century Cathedral. Enjoythe striking minaret, the slenderest tower in Muslim architecture,The Giralda, to which an exquisite bell tower was added in the 16thcentury. Not far away is another amazing monumental complex, theAlcazar palace, completed by Peter the First and recognized for itsMudejar style. (B,D)

TOUR FEATURES•ROUND TRIP AIR TRANSPORTATION - Air transportation fromKnoxville, TN•FIRST-CLASS ACCOMMODATIONS - Hotel accommodationsfor 7 nights•SUPERB CUISINE - 14 included meals consisting of 7 buffetbreakfasts and 7 dinners.•SIGHTSEEING TOUR PROGRAM - Sightseeing, including localguide and all entrance fees as follows: Full day tours toSeville, a tour to Ronda and a tour to the Rock of Gibraltar.Optional tours available. •PROFESSIONAL TOUR HOST - Assistance of a professionalTour Host upon arrival•DELUXE MOTORCOACHES - Touring by private deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach•BAGGAGE HANDLING AND TRANSFERS – Baggage handlingfor one piece of checked luggage outside of the airport•LOCAL TAXES AND SERVICE CHARGES - Hotel & City taxesand service charges

OPTIONAL MADRID EXTENSION TOUR FEATURES•FIRST-CLASS ACCOMMODATIONS - Hotel accommodationsfor 2 nights•SUPERB CUISINE - 2 included meals consisting of 2 buffetbreakfasts•SIGHTSEEING TOUR PROGRAM - Sightseeing, including localguide and all entrance fees as follows: Half day tour ofMadrid, including the Prado Museum•PROFESSIONAL TOUR HOST - Assistance of a professionalTour Host upon arrival•DELUXE MOTORCOACHES - Touring by private deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach•BAGGAGE HANDLING AND TRANSFERS – Baggage handlingfor one piece of checked luggage outside of the airport•LOCAL TAXES AND SERVICE CHARGES - Hotel & City taxesand service

SPAIN AND THE COSTA DEL SOL9 Days from $2,899 air & land

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Day 4 – Costa del Sol/Ronda After breakfast enjoy a full-day tourto Ronda. Explore the mountainous region of Ronda on this relaxingday-trip from the Costa del Sol. You'll see all the highlights of thelovely town of Ronda, including the Plaza de Toros Maestranza, theChurch of the Holy Spirit, the town square, and a bull-fightingmuseum. The picturesque town of Ronda spans the plunging rivergorge known as El Tajo, crossed by the impressive 18th centuryPuente Nuevo Bridge. You'll visit the town square, known as Plazade Espana, the Church of the Holy Spirit built in 1485, and theCathedral Church of Our Lady of the Incarnation, known today asthe Church of Saint Mary the Elder. Plaza de Toros, the oldest bullring in Spain, has staged some of the most important events inbullfighting history. The museum's collection of memorabiliaincludes photos of famous bullfighting fans, including ErnestHemingway and Orson Wells. You’ll have free time to explore Rondaand perhaps enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning toyour hotel along the Costa del Sol. (B,D)Day 5 -Costa del Sol –Tangier Optional Tour After breakfast enjoya day at leisure and relax at the hotel or take an optional tour toTangier. This excursion offers an unforgettable opportunity to visitthis fascinating destination. The fun begins with a ferry ride acrossthe straits of Gibraltar to exotic Morocco and the ancient city ofTangier. Upon arrival, you will tour the modern half of the city alongwith Cape Spartel, the northwestern most point of the Africancontinent. Next, you'll explore the old town or Casbah on a walkingtour. Here, shopping treasures abound in the myriad of colorfulmarkets and meandering streets. (B,D)Day 6 - Costa del Sol/Gibraltar After breakfast, take a full-daytour to Gibraltar and discover the Rock of Gibraltar, located at theentrance of the Mediterranean. Its strategic location and historyhave made it an international symbol of solidity and strength andis frequently featured in the world press and media. Gibraltar isconnected to Spain by a sandy strip. The subject of repeatedconquest and siege, Gibraltar has been a British territory since1704 when it was ceded forever under the Treaty of Utrecht. Since1973, it has been a part of the EU under the British accession.When you first see the Rock of Gibraltar, whether it is from the air,from the sea, or from either the Costa del Sol or the western end ofthe Bay, its impressive stature, towering isolated above thesurrounding countryside causes the greatest impact. It has had thiseffect on people for many thousands of years. (B,D)Day 7 - Costa del Sol – Granada/Alhambra Optional Tour Afterbreakfast enjoy your day at leisure… play a round of golf, relax atthe hotel spa, do your last minute shopping, or take an optional tourto Granada, featuring a guided tour of the Alhambra, a fortifiedpalatine city of the 13th to 15th century. Built by the Nazarite Kings,it includes: Alcazaba Citadel and the Palaces of Los Leones andComares; the Generalife, a summer residence set in beautifulgardens; the Royal Room of Santo Domingo, built in the orchardsof Almanxarra; and the Palace of Alcazar Genil, used by the NazariteQueens. The Palace of Charles V, designed in 1526 by PedroMachuca in the heart of the Alhambra as a symbol of new power,is the most outstanding Renaissance work in Granada. Make sureyou have your camera for some amazing photo ops! Return to thehotel for dinner. (B,D)Day 8 - Costa del Sol – Mijas Optional Tour After breakfast enjoytoday at leisure or take an optional tour to Mijas. Here you'll findpostcard-perfect white-washed houses and spectacular views ofthe coast and countryside. Mijas is one of the most picturesquevillages in Andalusia, situated 1300 feet above sea level. Perhapsyou'll even want to experience a true local treat... a ride in a donkey-drawn taxi! You can also bask in the glittering sun or simply relax atthe hotel. (B,D)

HOTELS (OR SIMILAR)Hotels CityHotel Melia Costa del Sol TorremolinosHotel Agumar Madrid

TOUR PRICETour price is $2,899 per person, double occupancy.For single occupancy, add $499.Fuel surcharges are included in the price. Taxes andother fees are currently $150 and are not included. Fuelsurcharges and taxes are valid at the time of printing butare subject to change.The price of $2,899 is an early bird special if the programis reserved with a deposit by April 27, 2015. The priceincreases by $100 per person ($2,999) after this datePlease note: Though rare, it may be necessary tosubstitute hotels and adjust itineraries at guide'sdiscretion due to local conditions.Optional Madrid extension:Madrid Extension: $599 Double Occupancy or $798 Single

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Day 9 - Costa del Sol to USA or extend your stay with an optionalMadrid extension After breakfast transfer to the airport for yourreturn flight home. (B)OPTIONAL MADRID EXTENSIONDay 9 - Malaga/Madrid After breakfast you will be transferred tothe airport for your flight to Madrid. Upon arrival, you will be met byour local representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest ofthe day is at leisure to explore on your own. (B)Day 10 - Madrid After breakfast the highlights of your morning citytour include the magnificent fountains of Neptune and Cibeles, theAlcala Gate, the Plaza de España, and a visit to the Royal Palace.The rest of the day is at leisure for some shopping, a visit to thePrado Museum or for a stroll through the gardens of Retiro Park.Tonight you will have the opportunity to join an optional tourincluding dinner at a local restaurant followed by a flamenco show.(B)Day 11 - Madrid/USA After breakfast transfer to the airport foryour return flight home. (B)(B) – Breakfast, (D) – Dinner

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OPTIONALS: GRANADA: $139 PER PERSON ____YES; ____NO HOW MANY: _____TANGIER: $199 PER PERSON ____YES; ____NO HOW MANY: _____MIJAS: $59 PER PERSON ____YES; ____NO HOW MANY: _____MADRID EXTENSION: DOUBLE OCCUPANCY $599 PER PERSON / SINGLE OCCUPANCY $798 ____YES; ____NO HOW MANY: _____

A minimum of 15 passengers are required for the optional day tours and 20 passengers are required to operate the Madrid extension. The Madrid extension mustbe reserved and paid for at the time of reservation.

TRAVEL PROTECTION:I want Trip Cancellation & Interruption Insurance: � Yes � No

The policy price is based on the total cost of the tour, including taxes. Insurance premium for trips $2,001 to $3,000 per person is: $219, for trips $3,001 to $4,000per person is: $269 (The premium is calculated on base program and any optional tours)

Central Holidays strongly recommends protecting your investment with our optional travel insurance. The premium must be paid with your initial deposit or within 15days of your initial deposit/payment for your trip to qualify for the preexisting conditions policy. The policy (without preexisting conditions) can be purchased all theway to final payment but not afterwards.

For a full disclosure of coverage, terms and conditions of our travel protection plan please visit: http://www.tripmate.com/wpF497V

PAYMENT METHOD & REQUIREMENTS:Deposit: $500 per person at the time of registration, plus any optional tours or optional travel insurance. I am including payment for _______ people.

Reservations are on a first come first served basis. Please sign up early to secure your place.

Final payment is due: 90 days before departure

Checks: Make checks payable to Central Holidays West and send to: Blount Partnership – 201 S. Washington Street, Maryville, TN 37804

Credit Card: � Discover � Visa � MasterCard � Amex

Credit Card# __________________________________ Security code#: __________________________________ Exp. date: _________________________________

Name that appears on the card: ____________________________________________ Signature: _____________________________________________________

I authorize $_____________________________ to be charged to my card (including optional tour/extension and insurance premium if applicable).

CANCELLATION POLICY:Cancellations with more than 90 days prior to departure 10% of total cost per person (or a minimum of $325 per person) is retainedCancellations between 89 and 46 days prior to departure: 30% of total cost per person is retainedCancellations between 45 and 31 days prior to departure: 50% of total cost per person is retainedCancellations between 30 and 15 days prior to departure: 75% of total cost per person is retainedCancellations 14 days or less prior to departure, or no show: 100% of the package price is retainedNote: A person becoming a single as a result in the roommate’s cancellation must pay the single supplement.

I have read the schedule of activities for the Blount Partnership – Spain and the Costa del Sol program – November 9-17, 2015 and accept the terms and conditionsoutlined on our website www.centralholidayswest.com/terms

Signature: ___________________________________________________________________ Date: _________________________________________________

BLOUNT PARTNERSHIPSPAIN AND THE COSTA DEL SOLNovember 9-17, 2015PLEASE PRINT— NAMES MUST BE LISTED AS THEY APPEAR ON YOUR PASSPORT

To register for this trip, please complete the form below and e-mail it with a clear copy of your passport information page to Tammi Ford at [email protected] orfax to (865) 984-1386

Passenger 1: ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________ Date of Birth:_________________________ M / F First Name Middle Name Last Name

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Passenger 2: ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________ Date of Birth: _________________________ M / F First Name Middle Name Last Name

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Street Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Email Address: ______________________________________ Home Ph#: _____________________________ Business/Cell Ph#: _____________________________

� Yes Please reserve me in a single room (limited availability)

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