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1 Dear Travelers and Friends, Thank you for your interest in our vacation packages for 2014 and early 2015. 2014 marks the 23 rd year that Able Trek Tours’ has been offering vacations for people with special needs. We feel so fortunate to be a part of these positive travel experiences. We strive to provide vacations that offer a variety of different opportunities and rewarding challenges for our Travelers. It is impossible to satisfy each person’s interests, budget, and schedule, but we strive to make travel a reality for as many people as possible. As always, our vacations are designed to enlighten and expand each Traveler’s view, to encourage Travelers to discover and pursue leisure interests, to increase Traveler’s self-confidence, to connect with new and old friends, and of course to HAVE FUN! Our vacations are also designed to promote independence and choice, with safety as our number one priority. We hope you will join us again, or for your first time, as we experience what we feel is an essential part of a well-rounded life…….VACATIONS. Sincerely, Don Douglas Founder/Director ABLE TREK TOURS, INC. **************************************** WHO ARE ABLE TREK TRAVELERS? Individuals who need assistance vacationing are encouraged and welcome to travel with Able Trek Tours. This includes individuals with developmental disabilities, the elderly, the mentally ill and others. Most Travelers are individuals with mild to moderate developmental disabilities. Travelers must exhibit good social behavior, have no major medical concerns, be at least 16 years old, and display appropriate behavior toward property, themselves and others. Typical staff to Traveler ratio is 1:3 or 1:4. If a Traveler requires more assistance and/or supervision we MUST be informed of such needs ahead of time. TRAVELERS USING WHEELCHAIRS: We have accommodations for up to two Travelers who use wheelchairs on most trips. It is our experience that nearly all Travelers in wheelchairs require Traveler specific, “specialized” care. Their caregivers must be both physically capable of and trained in the techniques of transferring and lifting. In addition, most wheelchair bound Travelers have very individual and specific personal care needs needs that can only be properly met by a caregiver who has experience with that Traveler. In order to properly and safely accommodate Travelers who use wheelchairs, we have adopted the following policy: 1) We require that wheelchair bound Travelers bring their own (1:1) personal aid with them on trips. To help make this policy more affordable, the personal caregiver will travel at ½ the cost, meaning the Traveler will pay the regular rate (double occupancy) and their aid will be 50% of that rate.

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Dear Travelers and Friends,

Thank you for your interest in our vacation

packages for 2014 and early 2015. 2014 marks

the 23rd

year that Able Trek Tours’ has been

offering vacations for people with special needs.

We feel so fortunate to be a part of these positive

travel experiences.

We strive to provide vacations that offer a variety of different

opportunities and rewarding challenges for our Travelers. It is

impossible to satisfy each person’s interests, budget, and schedule, but

we strive to make travel a reality for as many people as possible.

As always, our vacations are designed to enlighten and expand each

Traveler’s view, to encourage Travelers to discover and pursue leisure

interests, to increase Traveler’s self-confidence, to connect with new

and old friends, and of course to HAVE FUN! Our vacations are also

designed to promote independence and choice, with safety as our

number one priority.

We hope you will join us again, or for your first time, as we experience

what we feel is an essential part of a well-rounded life…….VACATIONS.

Sincerely,

Don Douglas

Founder/Director

ABLE TREK TOURS, INC.

**************************************** WHO ARE ABLE TREK TRAVELERS?

Individuals who need assistance vacationing are encouraged and

welcome to travel with Able Trek Tours. This includes individuals

with developmental disabilities, the elderly, the mentally ill and

others. Most Travelers are individuals with mild to moderate

developmental disabilities. Travelers must exhibit good social

behavior, have no major medical concerns, be at least 16 years old,

and display appropriate behavior toward property, themselves and others. Typical staff to

Traveler ratio is 1:3 or 1:4. If a Traveler requires more assistance and/or supervision

we MUST be informed of such needs ahead of time.

TRAVELERS USING WHEELCHAIRS: We have accommodations for up to two Travelers who use wheelchairs

on most trips. It is our experience that nearly all Travelers in

wheelchairs require Traveler specific, “specialized” care. Their

caregivers must be both physically capable of and trained in the

techniques of transferring and lifting. In addition, most wheelchair bound Travelers have

very individual and specific personal care needs – needs that can only be properly met by

a caregiver who has experience with that Traveler. In order to properly and safely

accommodate Travelers who use wheelchairs, we have adopted the following policy:

1) We require that wheelchair bound Travelers bring their own (1:1) personal

aid with them on trips. To help make this policy more affordable, the

personal caregiver will travel at ½ the cost, meaning the Traveler will pay

the regular rate (double occupancy) and their aid will be 50% of that rate.

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STAFFING ON TOURS All vacations are supervised by our owner, Don Douglas, and/or at least one Tour Leader

employed by Able Trek Tours. Before establishing Able Trek Tours in 1992, Don was

the Executive Director of Wisconsin Badger Camp, an organization that offers

recreational camping/outdoor experiences to people with developmental disabilities. All

other staff members are carefully screened and selected volunteers and/or qualified paid

staff. Many of our staff are social workers, teachers, group home staffers, and other

qualified and experienced people.

Typical staff to Traveler ratio is 1:3 or 1:4. If a Traveler requires more assistance

and/or supervision we MUST be informed of this need ahead of time. Please be

aware that care/supervision on vacations is typically more intensive or demanding than in

the home setting. We will do our best to accommodate a Traveler’s needs in excess of

our normal staff supervision. However, if a Traveler requires 1:2 or 1:1 supervision an

extra fee will be required. In some instances we will require that Travelers bring

their own staff. As stated previously, this is the policy with most wheelchair bound

Travelers.

FREE WORKING VACATION OPPORTUNITY – Group home staff, caregivers,

case managers, etc. if you sign three or more people up for a trip you can go for free as a

chaperone. Contact Able Trek Tours for more information.

PERSONAL ESCORTS At times Travelers and caregivers simply do not feel comfortable

attending a vacation without a familiar face along. This situation has

been common for Travelers who may need more assistance than our

normal 1:3/4 ratios and many wheelchair bound Travelers. We

welcome, encourage, and will at times require that personal escorts

join us. The cost for such an arrangement (for BOTH participants) is

typically 150% or 1 ½ times the cost of the indicated DOUBLE rate.

For example, the May 16 – 19, 2014 “Wisconsin Polka Festival” trip would cost

$1,042.50 ($695 X 1.5). Please call for guaranteed prices.

PICK-UP/DROP-OFF LOCATIONS Virtually every vacation offers pick-up and drop-off sites in Dubuque, IA, Platteville,

Madison, Milwaukee, Stevens Point, Allenton, Waupaca, Appleton, Oshkosh, Fond du

Lac and Wisconsin Dells. Additional common rendezvous sites include: LaCrosse,

Beloit, Tomah, Johnson Creek and Rockford, IL. Pick-up/drop-off sites are indicated in

italics in each tour description. Refer to the list below for a pick-up abbreviation index.

Travelers can also be met at locations enroute to our destinations. Other arrangements

can be made but may require an additional fee. Able Trek does its best to be flexible and

accommodating with travel arrangements (see Bus/Airport Greeter section that follows).

PICK-UP/DROP-OFF ABBREVIATION INDEX:

App - Appleton, WI Mil - Milwaukee, WI

Blt - Beloit, WI Osh - Oshkosh, WI

Dells - Wisconsin Dells, WI Portage - Portage, WI

Dbq - Dubuque, IA Pville - Platteville, WI

Fndlac - Fond du Lac, WI Rckfd - Rockford, IL

MtHrb - Mt. Horeb, WI Jhn Crk – Johnson Creek, WI

StPoint - Stevens Point, WI Wapca – Waupaca, WI

Lax - LaCrosse, WI Tomah - Tomah, WI

Mad - Madison, WI Allton - Allenton, WI

E.Troy - East Troy, WI

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SPECIAL PICK-UP OPTION A special pick-up of six or more people may be provided for

a community or area not listed in our regular route. To

arrange for this option the request MUST be made at least

45 days prior to the trip start date. This option may or may

not require an additional fee (call our office) and IS NOT available for one-day tours.

BUS/AIRPORT GREETER OPTION Travel arrangements to and from the Able Trek pick-up/drop-off sites can be difficult to

arrange. We will work with Travelers and caregivers to arrange for our staff to meet

participants at the Madison Greyhound Depot and/or Airport or at the Wisconsin Dells

Greyhound or Amtrak Depot. We may also be able to assist with accommodations and

staffing the day before or the day after trips. Since all Travelers do not need these

services an additional charge may be required.

TRIP FEES INCLUDE Staff supervision, transportation from pick-up/drop-off sites, listed

attractions, lodging, taxes, an Able Trek t-shirt, a group photo, and many

meals are included in the trip fee. Almost every trip includes breakfast

and the evening meal each day.

TRAVEL/CANCELLATION INSURANCE COVERAGE Travel insurance, for an additional fee, is available for all tours. Contact Able Trek Tours

to request travel protection information. We can send you the information via US mail,

email, or you can download the information from our website. Coverage includes: trip

cancellation, emergency medical/dental, and more. Rates start as low as $20.40 per trip.

PAYMENT PLANS AND PRE-PAYMENT To help make our vacations more financially feasible for Travelers, we offer interest free

payment plans for most tours. At least 70% of the trip fee must be paid prior to the trip.

The remaining balance can be made in monthly installments of $50 to $100. This can

help make vacationing affordable for many. All payment plans must be pre-approved by

Able Trek Tours. Payments can be in the form of checks, money orders or by credit card.

SPEND DOWN – Not sure of the exact trip you want to take? You can send

payment(s) in advance and decide on a trip later.

HOW TO SIGN UP FOR TRIPS Contact us by:

PHONE: (608) 524-3021 or 1-800-205-6713

FAX: (608) 524-8302

MAIL: Able Trek Tours, P.O. Box 384, Reedsburg, WI 53959

E-MAIL: [email protected]

Let us know which trip(s) you are interested in and we will send, via mail or email, a

detailed itinerary and any necessary application materials. Phone and e-mail reservations

will be held for 10 working days. By the 10th day we require a $100 per trip deposit to

confirm a spot.

Trips are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis and many vacations sell out. It is important to sign-up as soon as possible. We suggest a minimum of 60

days for motor coach tours and a minimum of 3 months for air, rail and

international vacations.

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CONFIRMATION OF VACATIONS Once your deposit and/or application are received the following will happen.

1) Within two weeks you will receive a postcard or email confirmation.

2) One month prior to the trip a FINAL ITINERARY will be sent

reconfirming all details and requesting any additional information needed.

3) Shortly after the vacation a Trip Report and group photo will be sent.

IMPORTANT BOOKKEEPING REQUIREMENT: Many Travelers make monthly payments. Make sure to indicate the Traveler’s

name and TRIP TITLE (eg. “Dude Ranch”) with all payments.

GETTING THERE IS HALF THE FUN All of Able Trek Tours’ motor coaches are

equipped with TV monitors, DVD/CD player,

electrical outlets, bathroom, air-conditioning

and plenty of room to stretch your legs. Vans

may be used for shuttling to and from our pick-

up locations. All of our vehicles and Tour

Leaders have cell phones. These cell numbers

are indicated on the FINAL ITINERARIES.

We are rarely late for the pick-up and return times.

ACCOMMODATION/SLEEPING OPTIONS

Overnight accommodations on most trips are well known hotel chains. We offer an

option with regard to sleeping arrangements. They are:

DOUBLE ROOM – Two people per hotel room, each person has a

private bed.

QUAD ROOM – Three or four people per room with Travelers

likely sharing a bed.

SINGLE ROOM – Private hotel room with no roommates.

Prices for each type of room are indicated in the tour descriptions. The prices indicated

are per person. Travelers MUST let us know their accommodation choice when making

the reservation and/or by indicating such on the Traveler application. Over 90% of the

Travelers choose the DOUBLE ROOM option.

If requested, we will attempt to place a staff member in the room with a Traveler. While our staff will monitor and assist all Travelers, direct 24-hour supervision (a staff in

each room) is not feasible. Travelers’ rooms are typically adjacent to a staff member’s

room. We reserve the right to place a staff member in any room if we deem it necessary.

MEALS AND SPENDING MONEY Most trips include all breakfasts and all evening meals. The

number of meals included is stated in each tour description in

this booklet. Meals not included will be paid for with the

Traveler’s personal spending money. If needed, our staff

will assist Travelers with their spending money. The amount

of suggested personal spending money for each trip is

indicated on the detailed itinerary.

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WHAT TO PACK We strongly request that Travelers bring only one suitcases and

one carry-on bag. A large plastic garbage bag is helpful to use for

dirty clothes. Following is a suggested packing list:

General List: Clothes: * Photo ID card (Required) * One change of clothes for each day

* Passport (any trip leaving the USA) * Comfortable walking shoes

* Medications * Jacket, sweatshirt or sweater

* Camera & film * Pajamas

* Sun glasses * Swim suit

* Addresses & stamps * One “dressier” outfit

* Suntan lotion

* Personal items

Tooth paste, toothbrush, comb, deodorant, shaving supplies, shampoo, soap,

sanitary napkins, etc.

PRIVATE AND CUSTOM DESIGNED VACATIONS If there is a group of Travelers interested in a vacation that we do not offer, or your group

would like arrange a private tour, give Able Trek Tours a call. We can custom plan a

vacation for your group while working within your budget and staffing desires.

ONE DAY VACATIONS

Our one-day tours differ slightly from our overnight vacations in the following ways:

1) Day trips require two pieces of paperwork, an Application and Waiver.

2) The full price of the trip MUST accompany the reservation.

3) Staff to Traveler ration will be 1:4 or 1:5.

4) Reservations must be made at least 30 days prior to the trip

5) Typical itineraries will have pick-ups in early to mid-morning and returns in

the evening (normally no later than 9:30 PM).

6) No t-shirts, hats or group photos are included in the price. Able Trek t-shirts

can be purchased for an additional $8.00 each.

MARY POPPINS (Fireside Dinner Theater) THURSDAY, APRIL 17, 2014 COST: $170 (Includes lunch)

Dbq, Pville, MtHrb, Mad, JhnCrk, App, Osh, Fndlac, Allton, Mil, Dells

The Fireside is proud to be the first professional theatre in

Wisconsin to present a sparkling new production of this

beloved Tony Award winning musical. The world’s favorite

“practically perfect” nanny comes alive on the Fireside stage

serving up more than a spoonful of delightful music, dancing,

and laughter that will transport and enchant audiences of all

ages. Direct from Broadway and the National Tour, The

Fireside’s production of MARY POPPINS features all the well-

known popular songs, high-stepping dancing, and a treasure

chest full of magic and mirth! The whole family will enjoy this

dazzling and beautiful musical fable. There is only one word

to describe this unforgettable production - “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!” A

delicious lunch is included. Minimal walking.

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FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (Fireside Dinner Theater) WEDNESDAY, MAY 28, 2014 COST: $170 (Includes lunch)

Dbq, Pville, MtHrb, Mad, JhnCrk, App, Osh, Fndlac, Allton, Mil, Dells

Arguably the greatest musical ever written and

certainly one of the most popular shows in Fireside

history, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF makes a triumphant

return to the Fireside stage for this very special 50th

anniversary season. This classic show held the title as

Broadway’s longest running musical for over twenty

years, winning nine Tony Awards including Best

Musical. Tens of millions of people worldwide have

fallen in love with Tevye, the long suffering dairyman

who struggles to find a balance between his

traditions and his family. It is a heart-warming story

featuring one of Broadway’s most beautiful musical

scores. You won’t want to miss this Fireside “Tradition!”

A delicious lunch is included. Minimal walking.

MAGGIE MAE’S BARN DANCE THURSDAY, MAY 29, 2014 COST: $145 (Includes lunch)

Pville, Dbq, Mt Horeb, Mad, Portage, WIDells, StPnt, Waupca, App, Osh, Fndlc

Spend a memorable day on the farm enjoying Maggie Mae’s old-

fashioned Barn Dance. We’ll be personally greeted by Maggie Mae

upon our arrival followed by a day of toe-tappin’ old country music,

yodeling, dancing and great photo-ops with Maggie and her Band.

Plus, we’ll enjoy a farm cooked lunch with all the fixin’s.

Unfortunately, this trip is NOT wheelchair accessible – 14 steps are

required to reach the Theater.

TRAINS AND DUCKS

TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 2014 COST: $155 (Includes lunch) Mad , App, Osh, Fndlac, Allton, Mil, JhnCrk ,Portage, Dells, Dbq,

Pville, MtHrb

First, enjoy a nostalgic train ride through the beautiful Wisconsin

countryside aboard the Mid-Continent Railroad. Next, we’ll go

on an exciting Wisconsin Dells DUCK tour. These WWII vehicles

navigate rough terrain and water with a cumbersome beauty.

Lunch is included. Minimal walking.

THE CLAUSON 1950’S & 60’s ROCK ’N’ ROLL SHOW WEDNESDAY, JULY 16, 2014 COST: $155 (Includes lunch)

Pville, Dbq, Mt Horeb, Mad, Portage, Dells, App, Osh, Fndlc, Ripon

Take a trip back in time and enjoy many of your favorite Rock ‘n’

Roll tunes from the 1950’ & 60’s. This action-packed show by

several extremely talented performers will get you dancing in the

aisles and singing out loud. A delicious lunch is included. Minimal

walking.

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WATSON’S WILD WEST THURSDAY, JULY 17, 2014 COST: $145 (Includes lunch)

Mad, MtHrb, App, Osh, Fndlac, Allton, Mil, ETroy, Dbq, Pville, WIDells

Watson’s Wild West, near Elkhorn, WI is a western experience you

won’t forget. Push through the “saloon” doors and belly up for a

cold Sarsaparilla (Root Beer), shop in the General Store, pan for

gold, and enjoy hundreds of cowboy artifacts. A western lunch and

a Wild West Show featuring great music, tall tales, cowboy poetry,

and historical facts will be a treat. You’re going to love this place –

Yee Haa! Lunch is included. Minimal walking.

WISCONSIN STATE FAIR WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2014 COST: $120

Pville, Dbq, Mt Horeb, App, Osh, Fndlac, Allton, Mad, JhnCrk, Mil, WiDells

Entertainment stages, animal shows, amusement rides, shopping,

cream puffs and much more make the Wisconsin State Fair a

perfect summer escape. Lunch, supper and amusement rides at

the Fair are self-pay. Considerable walking.

MILWAUKEE BREWERS VS SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS THURSDAY, AUGUST 7, 2014 COST: $125

Pville, Dbq, Mt Horeb, App, Osh, Fndlac, Allton, Mad, JhnCrk, Mil, WiDells

The Brewers take on the San Francisco Giants at Miller Park,

Milwaukee’s state-of-the-art domed stadium! We have great

Infield Loge seats in the shade. Moderate walking.

A FIRESIDE CHRISTMAS (Fireside Dinner Theater) THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2014 COST: $170 (Includes lunch)

Dbq, Pville, MtHrb, Mad, JhnCrk, App, Osh, Fndlac, Allton, Mil, WIDells

This show is guaranteed to put you in the Christmas spirit! It’s

a spectacular new musical revue celebrating of the most

joyous holiday of the year. It delivers gorgeous costuming,

fresh music, innovative choreography, masterful sets, and a

new, fabulous cast of performers. What doesn’t change is

the Fireside’s everlasting dedication to artistic quality. A

delicious lunch is included. Minimal walking.

CHRISTMAS WITH THE DANCING HORSES (Lake Geneva, WI)

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2014 COST: $170 (Includes lunch) Mad, App, Osh, Fndlac, Allton, Mil, ETroy , Dbq, Pville, MtHrb, Janesville, WIDells

Add to your Christmas celebrations with this

amazing holiday show. Prepare to be

astonished by an array of stunning horses,

talking parrots and other lovable creatures

you’ll see, touch and interact with. We’ll also

enjoy a fabulous meal and beautiful holiday

decorations. Some people say horses can’t

dance…..those people have never been to

The Dancing Horses Theater. Lunch is

included. Moderate walking.

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MULTI-DAY VACATIONS

WWE WRESTLING FEBRUARY 24 - 25, 2014 2 DAYS

Cost per person: $465 - Double $435 – Quad $525 - Single Mad, StPoint, Wapca, App, Osh, FndLac, Allton, Mil, Dells, Dbq, Pville, Blt, Rckfd,

Tomah, ETroy, Lax

We’ll travel to Green Bay, Wisconsin to watch “WWE – Monday

Night RAW”. We have a private suite in the Resch Center to watch

this exciting event. Scheduled wrestlers include: Brock Lesnar, the

Animal Batista, Randy Orton, John Cena, Daniel Bryan, CM Punk,

Big Show, Mark Henry, Dean Ambtose, the Wyatt Family, Dolph

Ziggler, and more. Time to swim in our hotel’s indoor pool is also

planned. Motor coach transportation. Moderate walking.

ARIZONA BASEBALL and the GRAND CANYON MARCH 20 – 27, 2014 8 DAYS

Cost per person: $2,395 – Double $2,255 – Quad $2,815 - Single Lax, Tomah, StPoint, Wapca, App, Osh, FnlLac, Allton, Dbq, Dells, Pville, Mad, Mil, JohnCrk

Warm weather, fantastic sights, and baseball in small

ballparks make this a perfect winter escape. We’ll watch

three spring training games featuring the Brewers and Cubs.

We will also do plenty of sightseeing around the beautiful

desert area of Phoenix. In addition, we’ll take in a lively

country music dinner show. Next, we head north to the

beautiful city of Flagstaff, Arizona which is located on historic Route 66 in the

Coconino National Forest. We’ll spend one day at the breathtaking Grand

Canyon and another day exploring the red rocks and canyons in and around the

mystical communities of Sedona and Jerome. All breakfasts, all evening meals

and airfare are included. A $500 deposit is required to hold a spot. Moderate

walking. Air and motor coach transportation.

EXCLUSIVELY ELVIS – MEMPHIS & NASHVILLE APRIL 2 - 9, 2014 8 DAYS

Cost per person: $1,435 – Double $1,365 – Quad $1,845 - Single StPoint, App, Osh, FndLac, Allton, Dbq, Pville, Mad, Mil, Dells, Blt, Rckfd, ETroy, Tomah, Wapca

Two great cities and the King of Rock-n-Roll make this a

wonderful vacation. Our first stop will be Nashville, the

birthplace of country music. In Nashville we’ll enjoy the “Tribute

to the King” Elvis impersonator show, Nashville Nightlife’s

Country Music Legends show, and the fabulous Grand Ole

Opry show. We’ll also visit the Country Music Hall of Fame and

welcome a local guide who will escort us on an exciting tour of

Nashville pointing out many of the stars homes. On our way to

Memphis, home of Elvis, we’ll stop by Loretta Lynn’s Ranch and

Museum. An unforgettable day at Graceland and a tour of Sun Studios, where

Elvis recorded many of his songs, will be trip highlights. We’ll also embark on a very

unique “Hound Dog Tour” of Memphis. This tour is led by local musicians who will

serenade us with Elvis’ songs, tell entertaining stories about the King, and point out

hard-to-find Elvis historical sites. All breakfasts and all evening meals are included.

Motor coach transportation. Moderate walking.

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EASTER SHOWTIME APRIL 11 - 14, 2014 4 DAYS

Cost per person: $775 – Double $725 – Quad $915 - Single Dells, Mil, Mad, Pvill, Tomah, Eau Clair, App, Osh, Fndlac, Allton, JhnCrk, StPoint, Wapca, Dbq,

Join us for this Easter time celebration featuring a

number of wonderful performances in the

Minneapolis and St. Paul area. We’ll begin by taking

in one of the very best Passion Plays in the United

States, the Arden Hills Passion Play. This stunning

performance, by a cast of more than 300, features

music, dance, live animals, and superb staging that

bring the Easter story to life. We’ll visit both the

Chanhassen Dinner Theater for an amazing

production of “The Little Mermaid” and Plymouth

Playhouse for the hilarious “Church Basement Ladies: The Last (Potluck) Supper”.

We’ll welcome a local guide who will provide us an informative and fun look at

the Twin Cities aboard our motor coach. Plus, we’ll spend some time exploring

and shopping at the amazing Mall of America. All breakfasts and all evening

meals are included. Motor coach transportation. Moderate walking.

BRANSON BASH APRIL 24 - 29, 2014 6 DAYS

Cost per person: $1,175 – Double $1,125 – Quad $1,495 – Single Lax, Tomh, Dells, Dbq, Pvile, Mad, Blt, Rckfd, StPnt, Wpca, App, Osh, FndLac, Alton, Mil, ETroy

It has been said, “You can never tire of Branson”.

Each of the last 23 years we have made at least one

trek to Branson and the experience is as a fresh as

ever. This spring we’ll enjoy the following shows: “IT”

(an amazing new musical show), “Legends in

Concert”, featuring impersonators including Elvis and

Michael Jackson, “Presley’s Country Jubilee”, and

“Red, Hot and Blue”. Plus, we’ll spend a day at Silver

Dollar City where we can choose from over 40

different live shows, 30 amusement rides, a craft

village and much more. All breakfasts and all

evening meals are included. Motor coach travel.

Moderate walking.

WISCONSIN POLKA FESTIVAL MAY 16 - 19, 2014 4 DAYS

Cost per person: $695 – Double $655 – Quad $830 – Single Lax, Tomah, Dells, Dbq, Pville, Mad, Mil, Wapca, St.Point, App, Osh, FndLac, Allton, JhnCrk

If you enjoy Polka music you’ll LOVE this trip! The

beautiful Olympia Resort in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin

hosts the 2014 Wisconsin State Polka Festival. We’ll

overnight at the resort so we’ll have continuous access

to the lively Polka bands. Over ten of the Midwest’s

best bands will perform throughout this 3-day event.

You can choose to sit back and enjoy the music or get

up and dance on one of the two huge wooden dance

floors. We’ll also have time for swimming at the indoor

pool. All breakfasts and all evening meals are included.

Motor coach transportation. Moderate walking.

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CHICAGO, PIZZA & SIX FLAGS GREAT AMERICA JUNE 9 - 12, 2014 4 DAYS

Cost per person: $795 – Double $765 – Quad $960 – Single StPont, Wapca, App, Osh, Fndlac,Alton, Dbq, Pville, Mad, ETry, Blt, Mil, Dells, Lax, Tmah, Rckfd

Chicago is famous for a variety of reasons

– we’ll introduce you to some of them on

this exciting trip. PIZZA – Chicago is

known world-wide for its Chicago style

pizza pie. We’ll welcome a local guide

for an extensive tour of the city featuring

tasteful stops at three famed pizza

restaurants. We’ll enjoy a slice at each

location. SHEDD AQUARIUM – Shedd is

one of the very best aquariums in the

world. We’ll spend an afternoon touring

the aquarium, the oceanarium and

enjoying the very entertaining Aquatic Show featuring “flying” dolphins.

MEDIEVAL TIMES – To say the least this is a unique attraction. We’ll sit around a

huge indoor arena where we’ll enjoy a delicious four-course meal. While being

served each course, spectacular displays of dramatic horsemanship and

breathtaking swordplay take place only a few feet away – what an exhilarating

experience! SIX FLAGS – We’ll spend an entire day enjoying the rides, the shows,

and the food. THE DANCING HORSES DINNER THEATER - An amazing and

unbelievable array of stunning horses, talking parrots and other lovable creatures

you’ll see, touch and interact with. The horse show/performance is truly unlike

anything you have ever seen. Time to shop at Gurnee Mills Mall is also planned. All

breakfasts, all evening meals and one lunch are included. Motor coach

transportation. Considerable walking.

GALENA BALLOON FESTIVAL JUNE 13 - 16, 2014 4 DAYS

Cost per person: $745 – Double $715 - Quad $955 – Single Dells, Mil, Mad, Pville, Lax, Tomh, App, Osh, Fndlc, Alton, ETroy, Blt, Rckfd, StPoint, Wpca, Dbq

The Galena, IL Balloon Festival is a

spectacular event. We’ll enjoy Festival

activities including: music, shopping,

collector’s car show, tethered balloon rides

and more. We’ll watch “The Great Balloon

Race” which features over 20 hot-air balloons

racing across the landscape. A real treat will

be the beautiful “Night Glow Extravaganza”

where hot-air balloons will light up in the night

sky. We’ll visit Dubuque, Iowa where we’ll

enjoy the fabulous National Mississippi River

Museum. We’ll also ride the Fenelon Place

Elevator, the world’s shortest, steepest scenic

railway for an amazing view of the Mississippi River and three states. At

Dubuque’s Bell Tower Theater we’ll enjoy a performance of “The Wedding Singer”.

We’ll also enjoy a beautiful Sunset Dinner Cruise on the Mississippi River. In

addition, we’ll travel to Dyersville, IA where we’ll visit the Field of Dreams Movie Site

and the National Farm Toy Museum. All breakfasts and all evening meals are

included. Motor coach transportation. Moderate walking.

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WANTED!!!!

VOLUNTEER STAFF

An experienced Tour Escort leads all of

Able Trek Tours vacations. Other staff

members are volunteers. Each

volunteer chaperone assists a group of

three to four Travelers. With the

assistance of the Tour Leader,

chaperones provide supervision to

ensure a safe and enjoyable

experience for each Traveler. In

exchange, volunteer chaperones go

on the vacation FREE and receive meal money.

If you or someone you know would enjoy supporting our Travelers as they

break down travel barriers and expand their horizons – please contact us.

We always welcome and are looking for dedicated, hardworking &

compassionate people.

PASSPORT REQUIREMENTS A PASSPORT is now REQUIRED to travel anywhere

outside the United States - this includes Canada

and Mexico. A PASSPORT BOOK (about $100)

allows you to travel internationally via any

means (air, land, water). A PASSPORT CARD

(about $45) allows travel internationally by LAND

ONLY. If you have any plans to travel outside the

United States we suggest you start the process of

securing a passport. The process is easy, but it

will take up to 6 weeks, so don’t delay. To apply for either type of passport log on

to www.travel.state.gov or call 1-877-487-2778. Passports are valid for 10 years.

TRAVEL & TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE Although insurance is not required to attend a vacation, we recommend that

Travelers consider purchasing Travel/Cancellation Insurance. We especially

encourage Travel Insurance for any trip including air, cruise, train or international

travel. These particular vacations have very restrictive and expensive financial

cancellation penalties. Cancellation insurance can protect your travel investment

from unforeseeable events such as sickness, injury, or death of you, an immediate

family member, or that of your traveling companion. In these cases your trip

payments can be fully refunded, minus the cost of the insurance. This can be

great peace of mind and save you hundreds or thousands of dollars. Without

Travel Insurance you will be subject to the cancellation penalties indicated on

page 25 of this booklet. The insurance also includes limited medical and

emergency medical evacuation coverage during your vacation.

The cost of the Travel Insurance varies depending upon which plan you choose,

but ranges between 5-10% of the total trip cost. To purchase or to receive more

detailed information about the Travel and Cancellation coverage please contact

Able Trek Tours. We can send you the information via US mail, email, or you can

download the information from our website. For coverage of any pre-existing

medical conditions the insurance MUST be purchased within 7 days of your initial

trip deposit or payment.

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2014 Tour Planner and

Calendar

TRIP DATES RATE (DBL)

WWE Wrestling February 24 & 25 $ 465

Arizona Baseball March 20 - 27 $2,395

Exclusively Elvis April 2 - 9 $1,435

Easter Showtime April 11 - 14 $ 775

Mary Poppins @ Fireside April 17 $ 170

Branson Bash April 24 – 29 $1,175

Wisconsin Polka Festival May 16 – 19 $ 695

Fiddler on the Roof @ Fireside May 28 $ 170

Maggie Mae’s Barn Dance May 29 $ 145

Trains & Ducks June 3 $ 155

Chicago, Pizza & Six Flags June 9 – 12 $ 795

Galena Balloon Festival June 13 – 16 $ 745

Wisconsin Dells June 23 – 26 $ 775

Colorado 4th of July July 3 – 11 $1,795

Clauson Rock’n’Roll Show July 16 $ 155

Watson’s Wild West July 17 $ 145

Baseball – Brewers & Reds July 22 – 24 $ 595

Mackinac Island & the U.P. July 30 – August 4 $1,395

Wisconsin State Fair August 6 $ 120

Brewers vs. Giants August 7 $ 125

Mississippi River Magic August 13 – 15 $ 655

Green Bay Packer Game TBA $ TBA

Music, Mountains & Beaches August 21 – 29 $1,865

Nashville in Wisconsin September 5 – 9 $ 995

Just Fish’n September 16 – 19 $ 595

Laughlin & Las Vegas September 24 – 30 $1,675

Unique Branson October 8 – 13 $1,295

Dude Ranch October 17 – 19 $ 560

British Landscapes November 6 – 16 $5,995

Just Having Fun November 7 – 10 $ 795

Disney Delight/Orlando November 17 – 25 $2,395

Jingle All the Way December 5 – 8 $ 825

Fireside Christmas @ Fireside December 11 $ 170

Christmas w/Dancing Horses December 12 $ 170

Opryland Christmas December 17 – 22 $1,495

California New Year Dec. 28 – Jan. 3, 2015 $3,950

The 2015 Vacation Tour Planner & Calendar is on next page.

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2015 Tour Planner and

Calendar

TRIP DATES RATE (DBL)

San Diego January 15 – 21 $2,355

Dells Water Park Getaway January 27 – 29 $ 635

Twin Cities by Rail February 24 – 27 $ 835

WWE Wrestling TBA $ TBA

Disney Caribbean Cruise March 5 – 12 $2,845

Spectacular South Africa March 12 – 25 $8,895

New Orleans & Duck Dynasty March 31 – April 10 $2,230

Elvis “The King” April 22 – 28 $1,495

Holland Tulip Festival May 1 – 5 $1,195

Wisconsin Polka Festival May 15 – 18 $ 745

St. Louis & Hannibal, Missouri June 18 – 23 $1,145

The 2015/2016 Tour Book will be available by February 28, 2015.

CUSTOM VACATIONS If there are a group of Travelers

interested in a vacation or destination

we do not offer or if you would like to

arrange a private tour, give us a call.

We can custom plan entire vacations

with supervision by our staff, your staff or

a combination. If you only need

transportation we can provide that as

well. We have well equipped (restroom,

TV/DVD, air-conditioning, electrical outlets, wheelchair accessible) 27, 39

& 57 passenger coaches licensed and insured to travel anywhere in the

United States and Canada.

ABLE TREK TOURS PO Box 384

Reedsburg, WI 53959

www.abletrektours.com

(608)524-3021

1-800-205-6713

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WISCONSIN DELLS JUNE 23 – 26, 2014 4 DAYS

Cost per person: $775 – Double $725 – Quad $935 – Single StPoint, Wapca, App, Osh, FndLac, Allton, Dbq, Pville, Mad, Blt, Rckfd, Mil, Dells, Lax, Tomah

Join us in the Midwest’s favorite vacation destination

- Wisconsin Dells. We’ll enjoy many of the attractions

that bring people from all over the world to visit “The

Dells”. Attractions include: the Dells DUCKS exciting

land and water tour, Tommy Bartlett’s Ski, Sky and

Stage Show, the Wisconsin Opry Country Music

Show, Thunder Valley Dinner Theater, the Paul

Bunyan Lumberjack Show, and a beautiful Sunset

Dinner Cruise on the Wisconsin River. Plus, we’ll have

time to explore and shop in the Dells. All breakfasts, one lunch, and all evening

meals are included. Motor coach transportation. Moderate walking.

COLORADO 4th of JULY JULY 3 - 11, 2014 9 DAYS

Cost per person: $1,795 – Double $1,695 – Quad $2,155 – Single StPoint, Wapca, App, Osh, FndLac, Allton, Dbq, Pville, Mad, Blt, Mil, ETroy, Dells, Lax, Tomah

The beauty and attractions on this vacation

are unsurpassed. We’ll tour Rocky Mountain

National Park where towering peaks,

picturesque canyons, rushing streams and

wildlife abound. We’ll ride a cog railway

through the clouds to the top of Pikes Peak,

explore the U.S. Air Force Academy and visit

Garden of the Gods. A local guide will

introduce us to the beautiful city of Denver and the surrounding area including

stops at the State Capitol, the Brown Palace Hotel, Buffalo Bill’s Gravesite, Lookout

Mountain, the Red Rock Amphitheater and more. We’ll enjoy three entertaining

shows: Flying W Ranch Cowboy Show in Colorado Springs, Iron Springs Chateau

Dinner Theater in Manitou Springs, and “Peter Pan” at the Candlelight Dinner

Theater in Longmont, CO. We’ll also celebrate our nation’s birthday by watching

a local fireworks show the evening of July 4. We’ll also visit Royal Gorge, the

world’s highest suspension bridge, soaring 1,053 feet over the Arkansas River.

(Royal Gorge was damaged during a 2012 wildfire and may not yet be open. If

Royal Gorge is not open we will visit an authentic Dude Ranch for a hay wagon

ride and cookout.) All breakfasts and all evening meals are included. Motor

coach transportation. Considerable walking.

BASEBALL – BREWERS & REDS JULY 22 - 24, 2014 3 DAYS

Cost per person: $595 – Double $565 – Quad $725 – Single StPoint, Wpca, App, Osh, Fndlac, ,Allton, Dbq, Pville, Mad, JhnCrk, Mil, Lax, Tomah, Dells

We’ll watch the Brewers host the Cincinnati Reds, not once

but twice! These games could be vital in determining who

wins the division and goes on to the play-offs. Both games

will take place at Miller Park in Milwaukee. We have great

shaded seats in the Loge Infield section. We’ll also enjoy a

tour of Palermo’s Pizza Factory. All breakfasts and all

evening meals are included. Motor coach transportation.

Moderate walking.

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MACKINAC ISLAND & THE UPPER PENINSULA JULY 30 – AUGUST 4, 2014 6 DAYS

Cost per person: $1,395 – Double $1,295 – Quad $1,655 – Single Pville ,Dbq, Mad, Dells, Mil, App, Osh, Allton, FndLac, Blt, Rckfd ,ETroy, StPoint, Wapca

Join us on this brand new excursion to Mackinac

Island and Michigan’s beautiful Upper Peninsula.

We’ll spend two nights at the incredible Four

Season’s Island Resort in Pembine, WI. At the

resort we’ll enjoy two dinner shows, Country

Legends Music Show and a fascinating history

presentation. We’ll also visit Iron Mountain Mine

for a trilling underground train ride through tunnels

400 feet below the earth’s surface to learn about

iron mining. A stop at Pine Mountain will offer a breathtaking 40 mile scenic

overlook. We’ll also take a pontoon boat tour up the Menominee River and visit

the Peshtigo Fire Museum. A boat cruise on Lake Superior exploring the cliffs,

waterfalls, and sand dunes of the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore will be

incredible. Upon arrival to Mackinaw we’ll take a ferry to Mackinac Island

followed by a horse-drawn carriage tour of the Island. The famous lunch buffet

served in the elegant Grand Hotel will be a highlight. There will be time browse

the shops and sample some Mackinac Island fudge before returning to Mackinaw

City. On our way home we’ll visit the U.P.’s DeYoung Zoo which is filled with

animals from all over the world. All breakfasts, all evening meals and one lunch

are included. Motor coach transportation. Moderate walking.

MISSISSIPPI RIVER MAGIC AUGUST 13 - 15, 2014 3 DAYS

Cost per person: $655 – Double $625 – Quad $780 – Single Dells, Mil, Mad, Pvill, Tomah, App, Osh, Fndlac, Allton, ETroy, Blt, Rckfd, StPoint, Wapca, Dbq,

We’ll explore the mighty Mississippi River on this

vacation! We’ll visit Dubuque, Iowa where we’ll

enjoy the fabulous National Mississippi River Museum

and Aquarium and watch an IMAX movie. A

highlight of the trip will be a Sunset Dinner Cruise on

the Mississippi River featuring a delicious meal, great

sights and live entertainment. We’ll ride the Fenelon

Place Elevator which is the world's shortest, steepest,

scenic railway for a magnificent view of Iowa,

Illinois, and Wisconsin. We’ll also visit Galena, IL and enjoy a historic trolley tour

with time to shop. A performance of the hilarious “Waist Watchers the Musical” at

Dubuque’s Bell Tower Theater will be a favorite. All breakfasts and all evening

meals are included. Motor coach transportation. Moderate walking.

GREEN BAY PACKER GAME FALL/WINTER 2014

Lax, Tomah, Dells, Dbq, Pville, Mad, Mil, StPoint, Wapca, App, Osh, FndLac, Allton

Again this year, we will take in an exciting Packer football game.

Details will be available by mid-July when the Packer’s schedule

is released. This vacation will likely be 3 to 5 days in length and

cost $600 to $800. Let us know if you are interested in our Packer

game vacation and we will send you details when they become

available. Motor coach transportation. Moderate walking.

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MUSIC, MOUNTAINS AND BEACHES AUGUST 21 – 29, 2014 9 DAYS

Cost: $1,865 – Double $1,735 – Quad $2,195 – Single Lax, Tomah, Pville ,Dbq, Mad, Dells, Mil, ETroy, App, Osh, Allton, FndLac, Blt, Rckfd

This vacation offers great variety – stunning scenery and

fabulous entertainment! Our first stop will be the beautiful

Smoky Mountain community of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee -

hometown of Dolly Parton. We’ll spend a day at Dollywood

Theme Park where we’ll enjoy a number of great music shows,

thrilling rides, and one-of-a-kind exhibits and craft shops. An

action-packed evening at the Dixie Stampede will feature

magnificent horses, audience participation and a wonderful

meal. We’ll also enjoy the entertaining and funny Smith Family Show and the

fabulous American Oldies Theater. There will be time to shop and take a bus tour

through the colorful Smoky Mountains. Next, we’ll visit Myrtle Beach, South

Carolina. Located on the Atlantic Ocean and known as the “Branson of the

South”, this area features world-class entertainment. In addition to relaxing and

swimming at our oceanfront hotel, we will enjoy two shows: the Legends in

Concert Show and the Pirate Voyage Dinner Show. All breakfasts and suppers are

included. Motor coach transportation. Moderate walking.

NASHVILLE IN WISCONSIN SEPTEMBER 5 - 9, 2014 5 DAYS

Cost per person : $995 - Double $945 – Quad $1,195 - Single StPoint, Wapca, App, Osh, FndLac, Allton, Dbq, Pville, Mad, Blt, Rckfd, Mil, Dells, Lax, Tomah

You don’t have to travel to Nashville to enjoy great live music

shows. Join us as we discover some of the very best musical

entertainment in Wisconsin. Our first performance is the

Clauson Family Music Show in Coloma, WI. This talented

family puts on a Nashville style show featuring country,

bluegrass, 40’s Swing, early rock, gospel and comedy

routines. At the Crystal Grand in Wisconsin Dells we’ll be

treated to a performance by country music legend and Hall

of Famer Charley Pride. At La Crosse’s Elvis Explosion Competition some of the

very best Elvis impersonators from all over the world will amaze us with their talents

and uncanny resemblance to Elvis. At Maggie Mae’s old-fashioned Barn Dance

we’ll be treated to a day of toe-tappin’ old country music, yodeling, dancing and

great photo-ops with Maggie and her Band. A visit to Thunder Valley Inn for their

Scandinavian show, lunch and home-made bread making class will be a delight.

We’ll also enjoy rides on the Mid-Continent Scenic Railroad and the Lost Canyon

horse-drawn wagon tour. All breakfasts, all evening meals and two lunches are

included. Motor coach transportation. Moderate walking.

JUST FISH’N SEPTEMBER 16 – 19, 2014 4 DAYS

Cost: $595 – Cabin Lodging Dells ,Dbq, Pville, Mad, App, Osh, FndLac, Allton, Mil, StPoint, Wapca, Lax, Tomah

We are returning to Lake Delton’s Sandrift Resort for our annual

fishing trip. Bluegill, crappie, bass, and walleye are commonly

caught from Lake Delton. Pontoon boat, rowboat, and shore

side fishing will be available. In addition to fishing, we’ll enjoy an

evening at Knuckleheads for bowling and pizza. A Wisconsin

fishing license is required. All but two meals are included. Motor

coach transportation. Moderate walking – unfortunately the

resort is only “moderately” wheelchair accessible.

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LAUGHLIN & LAS VEGAS SEPTEMBER 24 - 30, 2014 7 DAYS

Cost per person: $1,675 - Double $1,575 – Quad $1,985 - Single

Dells, StPnt, Wapca, App, Osh, Fndlac, Alton, Mil, Mad ,Dbq, Pvill, Blt, Rckfd, ETroy

Nestled along the Colorado River where Nevada,

California and Arizona meet is the thriving resort town of

Laughlin, Nevada. Laughlin will be our base for three

nights as we explore this beautiful area. We’ll enjoy a

Colorado River cruise, the beautiful Laughlin River Walk,

and plenty of time to gamble if you so choose.

Optional activities include bowling, movie theaters,

shopping, and fabulous entertainment. We’ll visit the

breathtaking and massive Hoover Dam and enjoy a

Lake Mead lunch cruise. We’ll also spend two nights in

Las Vegas taking in the sights and sounds of this incredible destination. Air travel,

all breakfasts, one lunch and all evening meals are included. Air and motor coach

transportation. Considerable walking.

UNIQUE BRANSON OCTOBER 8 - 13, 2014 6 DAYS

Cost per person: $1,295 – Double $1,235 – Quad $1,535 – Single Lax, Tomh, Dells, Dbq, Pvile, Mad, Blt, Rckfd, StPnt, Wpca, App, Osh, FndLac, Alton, Mil, ETroy

Branson has historically featured some of the best country

music performers in the world. However, over the past few

years a number of new, amazing and unique shows have

found a home in Branson. On this trip we will take in some

new and some classic Branson shows. NEW: “The

Adventures of Marco Polo” featuring over 60 performers in a

Cirque du Soleil-style production; “Jonah”, an epic creation

of beautiful staging, special effects, original music, and an

engaging Biblical story that keeps you on the edge of your

seat; “Acrobats of China”, a spectacular extravaganza of elegant eastern dance,

dazzling acrobatics, mysterious magic and more. CLASSIC: “Legends in Concert”

featuring impersonators of famous stars; “Pierce Arrow Show” and “Presley’s

Country Jubilee”, the first show on Branson’s Strip. All breakfasts and all evening

meals are included. Motor coach travel. Moderate walking.

DUDE RANCH OCTOBER 17 – 19, 2014 3 DAYS

Cost per person: $560 – Cabin/dormitory accommodations StPoint, Wapca, App, Osh, FndLa, Allton, Dells, Dbq, Pville, Mad, JhnCrk, Mil, Lax, Tomah

Come enjoy a fun filled weekend at Hoofbeat Ridge Ranch

in Mazomanie, WI. This trip is specifically designed for horse

and outdoor lovers. We will be instructed in horsemanship

safety and take three or four rides throughout the weekend.

There will also be sing-a-longs, campfires, games, and

hayrides. Accommodations are comfortable dormitories.

Travelers will need to bring sleeping bags and towels.

Hoofbeat Ridge cannot accommodate riders over 250

pounds. All meals except Friday lunch are included. Motor

coach transportation. Considerable walking on uneven

surfaces. The Ranch is NOT wheelchair accessible. Smoking is NOT ALLOWED

anywhere on the Ranch.

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BRITISH LANDSCAPES with ENGLAND, SCOTLAND & WALES NOVEMBER 6 - 16, 2014 11 DAYS

Cost per person: $5,995 Double $6,595 Single StPoint, Wapca, App, Osh, FndLa, Allton, Dells, Dbq, Pville, Mad, JhnCrk, Mil, Blt, Rckfd

SIGN-UP BY MAY 5, 2014 AND SAVE $250/PERSON OFF THE ABOVE

RATES. Join us as we travel with Collette Vacations on this

amazing tour highlighted by: London, London Theater

Performance, Cambridge, York, Edinburg Castle, Lake District,

North Wales, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cotswolds, Stonehenge, and so

much more. For a detailed itinerary contact Able Trek Tours. Nine

nights lodging, 14 meals, airfare out of O’Hare, transportation to/from the O’Hare

Airport, trip cancellation insurance and all airport taxes & fees are included. A

$1,000 per person deposit is recommended by MAY 31, 2014 to hold a spot on this

trip. Balance is due by SEPTEMBER 6, 2014. A Passport is required for this trip.

Because this trip is oversees the ADA requirements are not fully enforced.

Unfortunately no wheelchair Travelers are able to attend this trip.

JUST HAVING FUN NOVEMBER 7 - 10, 2014 4 DAYS

Cost per person: $795 – Double $745 – Quad $955 – Double StPoint, Wpca, App, Osh, Fndlac, ,Allton, Dbq, Pville, Mad, Mil, Tomah, Dells, ETry, Blt, Rckfd

This trip is chocked full of fun attractions and

destinations. Prepare to be astonished by an array of

stunning horses, talking parrots and other lovable

creatures at the Dancing Horses Dinner Theater in Lake

Geneva, WI. People say horses can’t dance…..those

people have never been to The Dancing Horses Theater. We’ll visit Jelly Belly in

Racine for a fun and “sweet” factory tour. The Volo Auto Museum is a true hidden

treasure. Hundreds of classic automobiles and dozens of cars used in Hollywood

movies such as the Batmobile, General Lee, Back to the Future, Herbie,

Ghostbusters, and Beverley Hillbillies. At Medieval Times we’ll experience thrilling

jousting, swordsmanship and witness incredible beauty and grace of magnificent

Andalusian horses. This show takes place in a huge 11th century castle as we enjoy

a four-course meal. A unique Sunday Gospel Brunch at the House of Blues in

Chicago will be a high-energy, inspiring and amazing celebration. Time for

shopping at Gurnee Mills Mall is also planned. All breakfasts and all evening meals

and one lunch are included. Motor coach transportation. Moderate walking.

DISNEY DELIGHT NOVEMBER 17 – 25, 2014 9 DAYS

Cost per person: $2,395 – Double $2,295 – Quad $2,785 – Single StPoint, Wapca, App, Osh, FndLac, Allton, Mil, Lax, Tomah, Dells ,Dbq Pville, Mad, Blt, Rckfd

We’ll fly to sunny Orlando where our overnight accommodations

will be on-site at Disney’s All Star Sports Resort. We’ll enjoy a day

at each of the following Disney Theme Parks: Magic Kingdom,

Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and Epcot Center. We’ll

also have an “extra” day to relax at our resort, visit Disney’s Quest

Indoor Interactive Theme Park, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water

Park or Downtown Disney. A special “character meal” will be a treat as well. On

your “extra” day you can choose visit Universal’s Islands of Adventure Theme Park

for an additional $195. This Park has cutting edge rides, shows and interactive

attractions including “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter”, “The Lost Continent”,

“Seuss Landing” and “Jurassic Park”. A $500 deposit is due by August 1, 2014 to

reserve a spot. All breakfasts, all evening meals and airfare are included. Airline

and motor coach transportation. Considerable walking on multiple days.

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JINGLE ALL THEY WAY DECEMBER 5 - 8, 2014 4 DAYS

Cost per person : $825 – Double $785 – Quad $975 – Single StPnt, Wapca App, Osh, FndLac, Allton, Dbq, Pville,Mad, Blt, Rckfd, Mil, Dells, Tomah

Celebrate the season with an array of amazing holiday shows! At

Fort Atkinson’s Fireside Theater we’ll be treated to a delicious

meal and a performance of “A Fireside Christmas”. This

spectacular musical revue features gorgeous costumes, joyous

music, beautiful sets and an amazing cast of performers. The

Clauson Family Christmas Show in Coloma, WI features amazing

musicians performing beautiful renditions of holiday favorites.

Wisconsin born, Maggie Mae, has performed all over the world including Branson

and Nashville and we’ll enjoy her “Maggie Mae Christmas” at the Crystal Grand

Theater in Wisconsin Dells. A drive through Madison’s beautiful Olin Park Holiday

Lights Park will be a festive treat. Time for some holiday shopping is also planned.

All breakfasts, all evening meals & one lunch are included. Motor coach

transportation. Minimal walking.

OPRYLAND CHRISTMAS DECEMBER 17 - 22, 2014 6 DAYS

Cost per person: $1,495 - Double $1,395 - Quad $1,855 - Single Dells, Mil, Mad, Pville, Lax, Tomh, App, Osh, Fndlc, Alton, ETroy, Blt, Rckfd, StPoint, Wpca, Dbq

The ultimate country music holiday vacation!! Our home will

be Nashville, Tennessee’s unmatched Gaylord Opryland Hotel.

Over 9 acres of indoor tropical gardens, an indoor river,

numerous restaurants, entertainment lounges, dozens of shops

and beautiful decorations make the Opryland Hotel a

destination in itself. We’ll enjoy the following Holiday Shows:

Radio City Christmas starring the world famous Rockettes,

Christmas Dinner Show, General Jackson Showboat Cruise &

Show, and an evening at the Grand Ole Opry in the historic

Ryman Auditorium. We’ll also enjoy Opryland’s fabulous ice carvings exhibit and

“Treasures for the Holidays” featuring the Hall of Trees, a train ride, Gingerbread

Corner, cookies with Mrs. Claus, and an arts, crafts and antiques show. A $400

per person deposit is required by SEPTEMBER 1, 2014 to hold a spot on this trip.

Balance is due by OCTOBER 15, 2014. All breakfasts, all suppers and one lunch are

included. Motor coach transportation. Considerable walking.

CALIFORNIA NEW YEAR featuring the

TOURNAMENT OF ROSES PARADE DECEMBER 28, 2014 – JANUARY 3, 2015 7 DAYS

Cost per person: $3,950 - Double $4,410 - Single StPoint, Wapca, App, Osh, FndLa, Allton, Dells, Dbq, Pville, Mad, JhnCrk, Mil, Blt, Rckfd

SIGN-UP BY JUNE 29, 2014 AND SAVE $100/PERSON OFF

THE ABOVE RATES. Join us as we travel with Collette

Vacations on this tour featuring the Tournament of Roses

Parade in Pasadena, California. Highlights include:

viewing of the floats in the final stage of decorating;

Bandfest, featuring bands that will perform in the parade;

New Year’s Eve dinner dance with live entertainment;

reserved parade seating; Legends in Concert Show, a

day tour of historic Hollywood and so much more. Six nights lodging, all breakfasts

and all suppers, airfare out of O’Hare, and cancellation insurance are included.

A $1,000 per person deposit is recommended by JULY 25, 2014 to hold a spot on

this trip. Balance is due by OCTOBER 25, 2014. Considerable walking required.

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2015 VACATIONS

SAN DIEGO (Disneyland, Sea World & Zoo) JANUARY 15 - 21, 2015 7 DAYS

Cost per person: $2,355 – Double $2,255 – Quad $2,695 – Single StPoint, Wapca, App, Osh, FndLac, Allton, Dbq, Pville, Mad, Mil, Dells, Blt, Rckfd

Due to demand we are repeating this popular

vacation. San Diego is paradise on earth –

beautiful weather, world-class attractions and

breathtaking Pacific Ocean scenery. After our

flight we will join a local guide for a tour of the

area including: Balboa Park, LaJolla, beautiful

local beaches, a scenic harbor cruise and more.

Highlights of this trip will be the three days we

spend at Sea World, Disneyland, and the world

famous San Diego Zoo. All breakfasts, all

evening meals, and airfare are included.

Considerable walking on multiple days.

DELLS WATER PARK GETAWAY JANUARY 27 - 29, 2015 3 DAYS

Cost per person: $635 – Double $595 – Quad $795 – Single Pvill, Mil, Mad, Dells, Tomh, Lax, StPnt, Wapca, App, Osh, FldLac, Allton, Etroy, Blt, Dbq, Rckfd

Discover a tropical oasis in the middle of the cold Midwestern winter.

Lazy rivers, whirlpools, water slides, game rooms, and much more - all

in the huge heated environment at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin

Dells. We’ll enjoy hours of water related activities and great food on

this winter getaway. Kalahari also has an indoor amusement park

featuring laser tag, miniature golf, a rock climbing wall, go-carts, a

Ferris-wheel, bowling and a movie theater (at additional fees). All

breakfasts and all evening meals are included. Moderate walking.

TWIN CITIES by RAIL FEBRUARY 24 - 27, 2015 4 DAYS

Cost per person: $835 – Double $785 – Quad $990 – Single Dells, Mil, Mad, Pville, Rckfd, Blt, App, Osh, Fndlac, Allton, JhnCrk, StPoint, Wapca, Dbq,

Travel to the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul

by train. We’ll board an AMTRAK train in Wisconsin

Dells for a 4 ½ hour excursion to the Twin Cities (our

return trip will be by motor coach). We’ll be

introduced to the “Cities” by a local step-on guide

who will provide us with an entertaining and

informative area tour. We’ll enjoy a performance

(specific show to be determined) and delicious meal at the Chanhassen Dinner

Theater. We’ll also visit the Mall of America, where we’ll have seemingly endless

shopping possibilities and supper at Bubba Gump Shrimp Company. Plus, we’ll

visit the St. Paul Science Center where we’ll enjoy an IMAX movie. All breakfasts

and all evening meals are included. Motor coach and AMTRAK train

transportation. Moderate walking.

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WWE WRESTLING DATES AND PRICE TO BE ANNOUNCED

Mad, StPoint, Wapca, App, Osh, FndLac, Allton, Mil, Dells, Dbq, Pville, Blt, Rckfd

We hope to offer a WWE trip in early 2015. However, the

WWE does not announce their tour schedule more than a

couple months in advance. This trip will probably be 2 to

4 days in length and cost between $400 and $575. If you

are interested in joining us on a WWE trip just let us know.

Once we put together the trip details we will contact you.

At that time you can decide if you would like to sign up.

DISNEY CRUISE – WESTERN CARIBBEAN MARCH 5 - 12, 2015 8 DAYS

Cost per person: $2,845 (double) – Deluxe Oceanview Cabin with window Dells, Lax, Tomh, StPnt, Wapca, App, Osh, Fndlac, Alton, Mil, Mad ,Dbq, Pvill, Blt, Rckfd, ETroy

Join us for this Disney vacation fantasy! We’ll

spend five nights aboard the Disney Cruise Ship

“Wonder” while sailing the warm waters of the

Western Caribbean. We’ll fly to Miami to begin

our incredible cruise which will stop at Grand

Cayman and Disney’s private island Castaway

Cay. Aboard the luxurious cruise ship we’ll be

pampered with legendary Disney service at

every turn – spectacular dining, world-class

entertainment featuring original Disney musicals,

swimming, dancing, and so much more. A

Disney dream comes to life on this wonderful

adventure! Air travel, 15 meals, and ship

gratuities are included. Reservations and a non-refundable $500 deposit are

required no later than December 15, 2014. Spots are first-come, first serve and will

likely be sold out by the December 15 deadline. Non-refundable final payment is

due by January 15, 2015. A passport is REQUIRED! Optional cancellation insurance

is available for $203 – contact Able Trek Tours for details.

SPECTACULAR SOUTH AFRICA MARCH 12 – 25, 2015 14 DAYS

Cost per person: $8,895 - Double $9,895 – Single StPoint, Wapca, App, Osh, FndLa, Allton, Dells, Dbq, Pville, Mad, JhnCrk, Mil, Blt, Rckfd

SIGN-UP BY SEPTEMBER 12, 2014 AND SAVE

$250/PERSON OFF THE ABOVE RATES. Join us as we

travel with Collette Vacations on this once-in-a-lifetime

adventure highlighted by: Johannesburg, Soweto,

Panoramic Route, Kruger National Park, Safari Game

Drive, Garden Route, Knysna Heads Lagoon, BOMA

dinner under the stars, Featherbed Nature Reserve 4x4

tour, Ostrich Farm, Wine Pairing Dinner, Cape Town,

Table Mountain and so much more. Twelve nights

lodging, 22 meals, airfare out of O’Hare, and trip

cancellation insurance are included. A $1,500 per

person deposit is required by OCTOBER 26, 2014 to hold a spot on this trip. Balance

is due by JANUARY 11, 2015. A Passport is required for this trip. Because this trip is

oversees the ADA requirements are not fully enforced. Unfortunately no

wheelchair Travelers are able to attend this trip. Significant walking required.

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NEW ORLEANS, MEMPHIS & DUCK DYNASTY MARCH 31 – APRIL 10, 2015 11 DAYS

Cost per person: $2,230 – Double $2,195 – Quad $2,645 – Single Dells, Lax, Tomah, App, Osh, Fndlac, Alton, Mil, Mad, Pville, Dbq, ETroy, Blt, Rckfd

Cajun Country…it’s a whole

different world. On our way to

New Orleans we stop by Memphis

where we’ll visit Elvis’ Graceland

and enjoy a very unique “Hound

Dog Tour” of Memphis. This tour is

led by local musicians who will

serenade us with Elvis’ songs, tell

entertaining stories about the King,

and point out hard-to-find Elvis

historical sites. Our next stop will be

West Monroe, LA, home of the TV

show “Duck Dynasty”. A local guide will show us around town and we’ll visit show

sites and recount stories and tales of the Robertson family and their hilarious

adventures. Stops include: Duck Commander Store & Warehouse, Excalibur

Family Fun Center, Willie’s Duck Diner, and more. Upon arrival in New Orleans a

local guide will join us for an extensive tour of New Orleans including: The French

Quarter, Lake Pontchartrain, Bourbon Street, Vieux Carre and much more. We’ll

enjoy a fascinating dinner and jazz cruise on the Mississippi River. An

unforgettable swamp boat journey into moss-draped Cypress Swamps and

bayous in search of alligators and water snakes will be a favorite. Another day of

adventure takes us to the unique Aquarium of the Americas, the Audubon Zoo,

and to the Entergy IMAX Theater. We’ll also enjoy a drive through the Louisiana

countryside to visit an elegant and historic Plantation Estate. All breakfasts and all

suppers are included. Motor coach transportation. Moderate walking.

ELVIS “THE KING” - BRANSON & MEMPHIS APRIL 22 – 28, 2015 7 DAYS

Cost per person: $1,495 – Double $1,415 – Quad $1,795 – Single App, Osh, Fndlac, Allton, Dbq, Pville, Mad, Mil, Dells, Lax, Tomah, StPoint, Wapca, Blt, Rckfd, ETroy

Two of our most popular destinations are combined in

one vacation. We’ll explore the city Elvis called home –

Memphis, Tennessee. We’ll spend an unforgettable day

at Graceland and tour Sun Studios where Elvis recorded

many of his songs. We’ll also embark on a very unique

“Hound Dog Tour” lead by local musicians who will

serenade us with Elvis’ songs, tell entertaining stories and

point out hard-to-find Elvis historical sites. Then it’s off to

the “Music Capital of the World”, Branson, Missouri where

we’ll continue to celebrate Elvis. The “Elvis Experience

Show”, featuring Joseph Hall – the best Elvis impersonator

we’ve ever seen. We’ll also see the Legends in Concert

Show featuring Elvis, Marilyn Monroe and more. The

Shake, Rattle & Roll 50’s Review Show and the Pierce Arrow Show are also

scheduled. All breakfast and all suppers are included. Motor coach

transportation. Moderate walking.

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HOLLAND TULIP FESTIVAL MAY 1 - 5, 2015 5 DAYS

Cost per person: $1,195 – Double $1,085 – Quad $1,495 – Single StPnt, Wapca App, Osh, FndLac, Allton, Dbq, Pville,Mad, Blt, Rckfd, Mil, Dells, Lax, Tomah,

Celebrate the 86th anniversary of Holland Michigan’s Tulip

Festival. This is one of America’s most popular annual events.

Millions of colorful plantings, great entertainment, fabulous

parades, wonderful shopping, and cultural activities highlight

this festival. We will enjoy the following events/attractions: a

Headliner Concert (performer(s) to be determined - past shows

include the Oak Ridge Boys & Bobby Vinton), reserved seats for

the Grand Muziekparade (50 bands, Klompen Dancers, giant

helium balloons, many floats), Veldheer Tulip Gardens &

Wooden Shoe Factory, Dutch Village Historical &

Entertainment Complex, and the Laughing with the Legends Theater (celebrating

musical stars of the 50’s). We’ll also have plenty of time to explore the impressive

Festival grounds. All breakfasts and suppers are included. Motor coach

transportation. Considerable walking. Reservations are due by March 1, 2015.

WISCONSIN POLKA FESTIVAL MAY 15 - 18, 2015 4 DAYS

Cost per person: $745 – Double $695 – Quad $925 – Single Lax, Tomah, Dells, Dbq, Pville, Mad, Mil, Wapca, St.Point, App, Osh, FndLac, Allton, JhnCrk

If you enjoy Polka music you’ll LOVE this trip! The beautiful

Olympia Resort in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin hosts the 2015

Wisconsin State Polka Festival. We’ll overnight at the resort so

we’ll have continuous access to the lively Polka bands. Over

ten of the Midwest’s best bands will perform throughout this 3-

day event. You can choose to sit back and enjoy the music or

get up and dance on one of the two huge wooden dance

floors. We’ll also have time for swimming at the indoor pool. All breakfasts and all

evening meals are included. Motor coach transportation. Moderate walking.

ST. LOUIS and HANNIBAL MISSOURI JUNE 18 - 23, 2015 6 DAYS

Cost per person: $1,145 – Double $1,065 – Quad $1,465 – Single Dells ,Dbq, Pville, Mad, Mil, ETroy, Blt, Rckfd, StPoint, Wapca, App, Osh Allton, FndLac

The “Gateway City” and the historic boyhood home of

Mark Twain, author of Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry

Finn, are combined to make this a fascinating

adventure. In St. Louis we’ll ride to the top of the

Gateway Arch and watch a movie showing how our

nation’s tallest monument was constructed. We’ll visit

Grant’s Farm, which features animal shows, the

Budweiser Clydesdales, and a Wildlife Preserve Tram

Ride. A Mississippi River Dinner Cruise and supper at the

Old Spaghetti Factory are also included. Our journey

down the Mississippi River brings us to Hannibal, Missouri. We’ll visit Mark Twain’s

Childhood Home and Museum. A treat will be the very unique show, “Mark Twain

Himself”, featuring an actor portraying Mark Twain in all his glory. We’ll enjoy a

Sightseeing Dinner Cruise along the same stretch of the Mississippi River made

famous by Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn. We’ll also visit Springfield, IL where we will

tour Abraham Lincoln’s Childhood Home and Museum. All breakfasts and all

evening meals are included. Motor coach transportation. Considerable walking.

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VACATIONS ON THE HORIZON (The 2015 / 2016 Tour Book will be sent by late February 2015)

HAWAII LAURA INGALLS WILDER FEST BRANSON

BASEBALL TRIP TREASURES OF SPAIN DUDE RANCH

ELVIS EXPLOSION YELLOWSTONE & WILD WEST TEXAS

WASHINGTON DC WISCONSIN DELLS ALASKA

POLICIES & INFORMATION

SMOKING POLICY

Participants may smoke only on planned rest stops and during designated free

times in allowable areas. There is absolutely no smoking in vehicles or in

hotel/motel rooms. Most attractions we visit have no smoking policies.

ALCOHOL POLICY

The consumption of alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited by participants,

unless it states otherwise on the Traveler application. Only moderate consumption

will be allowed.

ILLNESS / INJURY

If a participant becomes ill or injured and cannot continue to travel with the

group, and requires transportation home, the participant will be responsible for

such transportation costs. Able Trek offers travel insurance for an additional fee.

Contact Able Trek for more information.

PROPERTY DAMAGE OR DESTRUCTION

Participants who, intentionally or unintentionally damage or destroy property not

belonging to themselves, are financially responsible for repair or replacement of

the property. Able Trek Tours, its staff and volunteers accept no financial

responsibility for damaged or destroyed property.

MEDICATION DISPENSING

All non-self medicating participant’s medications and prescriptions must be

individually pre-packaged according to the time and date of each dispensing.

The guardian/parents/care staff/are responsible for making sure this is completed

accurately. Medications should not be packed in a Traveler’s suitcase. An extra

day’s supply of medications must be sent in case of emergency or trip delay. All

medications will be surrendered to the Tour Director or person responsible for

dispensing the medications at the time of check-in. Travelers who normally self

medicate can continue this practice on trips and package their medications in

the way they are familiar with.

APPLICATION PROCESS & ACCURACY POLICY

Each Traveler is required to have an up-to-date Application, Medical

Evaluation/Physical, Waiver, and Medical Consent completed prior to attending

any trip. All information provided to Able Trek Tours must be complete and

accurate. Failure to provide accurate or complete information may result in

immediate dismissal from any travel program. In the event that Travelers

information is incomplete or inaccurate such that the safety of the Traveler or

others is compromised, the Traveler will be sent home at his/her own expense. NO

REFUND will be granted for any portion of the remaining trip. The Medical

Evaluation (Physical form) must be received by Able Trek Tours no later than 21

days prior to each trip. It must be completed and signed by a physician or

physician’s assistant. Medical Evaluations/Physical must be completed within 12

months of the trip.

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If documented health and/or documented behavioral issues result in safety

concerns for the participant, staff, other Travelers or persons in the community, the

parent, guardian, care staff, etc. in cooperation with Able Trek Tours will

provide/arrange to provide transportation home for the participant. In this case

partial refunds or credits to account may be available but are not guaranteed.

All consent and waiver signatures must be those of the legal guardian. The

application will not be processed with unauthorized signatures. Participants

should sign where indicated whether they are self-guardians or not.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

Travel/Cancellation insurance can be purchased through Able Trek Tours to

protect you if you are forced to cancel for a variety of reasons. It also includes

coverage for some accidents and illnesses. We strongly encourage Travel

Insurance, especially for any trip including air, cruise, train or international travel.

See more information on page 11 or contact Able Trek Tours.

PAYMENTS

A minimum deposit of $100 for each trip must accompany the Application. Tours

requiring a larger deposit will be indicated as such in the tour description. Do not

mail application without deposit unless prior arrangements have been made with

Able Trek Tours.

CONFIRMATION/CANCELLED TRIPS

Confirmation will be mailed within 15 days of receiving the application. Able Trek

reserves the rights to cancel any session (trip) do to insufficient registration. In the

event of cancellation, Travelers will be offered first choice of available trips, or their

fees will be refunded in full.

TRIP FEE POLICIES

A deposit, normally $100 per trip, is due to firmly “hold” a spot on a vacation. The

remaining trip fee balance is due 30 days prior to the trip start date for motor

coach tours and 65 days prior to departure for international, rail, cruise or air travel

vacations. Interest free payment plans are available with Able Trek approval.

FUEL SURCHARGE & TRIP ALTERATIONS

In the event of rising fuel costs, and/or airfares, Able Trek Tours, Inc. reserves the

right to add a surcharge, not to exceed 10% of the trips cost. Because of ever-

changing attractions, shows, schedules, etc., Able Trek Tours reserves the right to

make substitutions and changes in the trips when necessary.

REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS

Please note: Some vacations may have more restrictive cancellation policies and

penalties. If this is the case it will be indicated on the trip itinerary. Travelers who

are “no shows” on the day of departure receive no refund whatsoever. Travelers

who are “late” on the day of departure are considered no shows.

- Motor coach/land tours –

All monies paid will be refunded if notice of cancellation is received by Able Trek

Tours 45 days or more prior to each trip start date. If notice of cancellation is

received by Able Trek 44 days to 8 days prior to the trip start date, Able Trek will

retain $100 plus any monies Able Trek Tours is not able to get refunded from its

suppliers. Cancellations received 7 days or less prior to the trip start date will not

receive a refund.

- Air, Rail, Cruise, and International tours –

All monies paid will be refunded if notice of cancellation is received by Able Trek

Tours 90 days or more prior to each trip start date. Cancellations received 89 days

or less prior to the trip start date will be charged 20% of the total trip fee plus any

monies Able Trek is not able to get refunded from its suppliers.

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TRAVELER IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

All Travelers should have a CURRENT (check expiration date) photo I.D. for every

trip. Additional identification will be REQUIRED for trips that include air, rail, cruise

or international travel. Specific I.D. requirements will be sent with each trip

itinerary. Travelers who are refused boarding on any vacation due to lack of

proper and current identification will not receive a refund whatsoever. Any travel

outside the United States, even Canada and Mexico, will require a passport – NO

EXCEPTIONS!!

HOW TO SIGN-UP FOR A VACATION

Four (4) separate pieces of paperwork MUST be completed in order for each

Traveler to attend an overnight vacation.

Application

Medical Evaluation (Doctor’s physical)

Waiver

Medical Consent/Authorization

(One-day trips require only two forms – Application & Waiver.)

These forms can be downloaded from our website @ www.abletrektours.com, we

can email or fax them, or we can send them to you by mail. Many vacations fill

early. We strongly suggest you contact us prior to completing your paperwork to

check on trip availability. A deposit of $100 per trip is required to save a spot on

most trip(s).

You can also complete the form below and send it to us via mail (PO Box 384,

Reedsburg, WI 53959), fax (608)524-8302, or scan and email to:

[email protected].

Travelers Name: ______________________________________________________

I’m interested in:

Trip Title: _____________________________________Date(s) _________________

Trip Title: _____________________________________Date(s) _________________

To whom should all correspondence be sent?

Name: ____________________________________________________

Agency: __________________________________________________

Address: __________________________________________________

City: _______________________ State: _______ Zip: ____________

Phone: (______)____________________________________________

Email: _____________________________________________________