Poznan, Town Hall

Gdansk Krakow Nadarzyn Poznan Warsaw Wroclaw Zakopane

Poznan, Poland

International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses July 16-19, 2009

Dear Delegate, Congratulations on having been selected to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Poznan, Poland. Prepare yourself to be enthralled by a country that has suffered, survived, and today thrives as an emerging center in Eastern Europe. Poznan’s history spans a millennium and the city is known as one of the most affluent in Poland. Located in a central location in Poland, Poznan flourishes on trade and tourism and the city’s enchanting Old Town will beckon you to discover its many treasures kept hidden for centuries. These treasures are complimented by Poland’s firstclass restaurants, hotels, and attractions – all offering tremendous value to tourists. You will feel welcomed by the native Poles, who are renowned for their warmth and hospitality and will make you feel like one of their own. You will have countless opportunities to interact with your brothers & sisters from all over the world and have a firsthand look at all of the special work that is being done abroad. Poland offers something for everyone. WCS-World Convention Services has been appointed as your official tour operator for the convention. Our experience and expertise in handling many International and Special Conventions for Jehovah’s Witnesses since 1989 assures you that your trip will be handled with an attention to detail that ensures your travels will be truly unforgettable. Our staff of professionals looks forward to assisting you with your travel plans and we pledge to make your arrangements a most pleasant and rewarding experience. To make a reservation, please complete the enclosed Reservation Form and return it to us no later than February 2, 2009. Space is very limited on each tour and tour assignments will be made on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, it is imperative that you send in your completed reservation form and deposit check as soon as possible in order to provide the best opportunity of being placed on the tour of your choice. As soon as we have received your deposit, we will send you a postcard acknowledging receipt. Within five weeks of receiving your deposit, we will send you a tour confirmation, invoice, and a Welcome Packet containing information on the following: flight schedule, health check, passport, visa and custom regulations, weather tips, what to bring, baggage allowance, dining, electric current, laundry, banking hours, currency, shopping, time zones, plus more! We look forward to serving you with your travel arrangements for this International Convention. Sincerely, WCS-WORLD CONVENTION SERVICES/WEGIEL TOURS



Optional Dinner Plan - $99 During your stay in the convention city of Poznan, WCS-World Convention Services/Wegiel Tours is offering a special 3 dinner package for $99 that will cover three nights from Thursday, July 16 through Saturday, July 18. Since Poznan is a small city and offers a limited number of restaurants, WCSWorld Convention Services/Wegiel Tours STRONGLY ENCOURAGES all delegates to consider purchasing this dinner plan. We believe this dinner package will save a substantial amount of time and effort searching for restaurants following busy convention days.

KEY B = Breakfast L = Lunch Box L = Boxed Lunch D = Dinner

Poznan, Old Town

Poznan, Market Square

POLAND

Standard Convention Warsaw & Poznan

TOUR-A July 13-20, 2009 8 days/6 nights Tour Cost: $2,355 Single Supplement: $565

July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 20/Mon. POZNAN/WARSAW/ NEW YORK After breakfast, board your coach for your early morning transfer to the airport in WARSAW for your return flight to the U.S. (B)

July 13/Mon. Depart NEW YORK for your transatlantic flight to WARSAW, POLAND. (Meals on Board) July 14/Tues. WARSAW Upon arrival in Warsaw, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport for transfer to your hotel. En route, enjoy an orientation tour highlighting the capital city’s famous landmarks. July 15/Wed. WARSAW/ NADARZYN/POZNAN Morning departure for your drive to POZNAN. En route, visit the Watchtower Branch Office in Nadarzyn to learn more about the work being done in Poland. Stop for lunch before continuing to Poznan. (B,L) July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Morning sightseeing of Poznan. Highlights will include the Town Hall – a splendid 16th century Renaissance building that serves as a symbol of the city and Old Market Square. Following your tour, continue by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L)

Warsaw, Chopin Monument

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POLAND & GERMANY

Standard Convention Tour Berlin & Poznan

TOUR-B July 14-21, 2009 8 days/6 nights Tour Cost: $2,315 Single Supplement: $550

July 14/Tues. Depart NEW YORK for your transatlantic flight to BERLIN, GERMANY. (Meals on Board) July 15/Wed. BERLIN/POZNAN Upon arrival in Berlin, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport for transfer to POZNAN, POLAND. En route, stop for lunch. (L) July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Morning sightseeing of Poznan. Highlights will include the Town Hall – a splendid 16th century Renaissance building that serves as a symbol of the city and Old Market Square. Following your tour, continue by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 20/Mon. POZNAN/BERLIN Morning departure for your drive to BERLIN, GERMANY. En route, stop for lunch. Following check in at your Berlin hotel, enjoy a sightseeing

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tour of Berlin, including the sections formerly known as East and West. View many of the city’s famous landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate, Bellevue Palace, the Reichstag, and Potsdamer Platz. (B,L) July 21/Tues. BERLIN/NEW YORK Transfer by coach to the airport for your return flight to the U.S. (B)

POLAND & GERMANY Extended Standard Convention Berlin & Poznan

TOUR-C July 14-22, 2009 9 days/7 nights Tour Cost: $2,455 Single Supplement: $620

July 14/Tues. Depart NEW YORK for your transatlantic flight to BERLIN, GERMANY. (Meals on Board) July 15/Wed. BERLIN/POZNAN Upon arrival in Berlin, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport for transfer by coach to POZNAN, POLAND. En route, stop for lunch. (L) July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Morning sightseeing of Poznan. Highlights will include the Town Hall – a splendid 16th century Renaissance building that serves as a symbol of the city - and Old Market Square. Continue by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L)

July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 20/Mon. POZNAN/BERLIN Morning departure for your drive to BERLIN, GERMANY. En route, stop for lunch. Upon arrival in Berlin, enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure. (B,L) July 21/Tues. BERLIN Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Berlin, including the sections formerly known as East and West. View many of the city’s famous landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate, Bellevue Palace, the Reichstag, and Potsdamer Platz. Visit Museum Island and enjoy a guided tour of the famous Pergamon Museum, providing you an opportunity to view its famous Biblical antiquities. (B) July 22/Wed. BERLIN/NEW YORK Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the U.S. (B)

GERMANY & POLAND Highlights of Germany Frankfurt, Dresden, Berlin & Poznan

TOUR-D July 11-22, 2009 12 days/10 nights Tour Cost: $2,999 Single Supplement: $775

July 11/Sat. Depart NEW YORK for your transatlantic flight to FRANKFURT, GERMANY. (Meals on Board) July 12/Sun. FRANKFURT Upon arrival in Frankfurt, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport for transfer to your hotel. July 13/Mon. FRANKFURT/ SELTERS/FRANKFURT After breakfast, travel to Selters to visit Europe’s largest Watchtower Branch Office. Learn about the work being done in Germany. Stop for lunch before returning to Frankfurt. (B,L)

Berlin, Brandenburg Gate July 14/Tues. FRANKFURT/ DRESDEN Morning sightseeing of Frankfurt, the financial and transportation center of Germany. Pass such sites as the Romerberg (city hall square), the Old Opera House, and the Goethe House, home of the famous German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Your tour will also pass by Old Sachsenhausen, Frankfurt’s famous district with its historic half-timbered houses. Stop for lunch before continuing to DRESDEN. (B,L) July 15/Wed. DRESDEN/POZNAN Morning sightseeing tour of Dresden, the capital city of Saxony and home to countless artistic and architectural treasures. See the Zwinger Palace, Bruhlsche Terrasse, the Semper Opera House, the Schinkelwache, the Procession of Princes and the very popular Neustadt Quarter. Free time for lunch before you board your motorcoach for transfer to POZNAN, POLAND.(B) July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Morning sightseeing of Poznan. Highlights will include the Town Hall – a splendid 16th century Renaissance building that serves as a symbol of the city - and Old Market Square. Following your tour, continue by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L)

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July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L)

July 14/Tues. BERLIN Upon arrival in Berlin, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport for transfer to your hotel.

July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses.(B,Box L)

July 15/Wed. BERLIN/POZNAN Morning departure for your drive to POZNAN, POLAND. En route, stop for lunch. (B,L)

July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L)

July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Morning sightseeing of Poznan. Highlights will include the Town Hall – a splendid 16th century Renaissance building that serves as a symbol of the city - and Old Market Square. Following your tour, continue by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B, Box L)

July 20/Mon. POZNAN/BERLIN Morning departure for your drive to BERLIN, GERMANY. En route, stop for lunch. (B,L) July 21/Tues. BERLIN Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Berlin, including the sections formerly known as East and West. View many of the city’s famous landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate, Bellevue Palace, the Reichstag, and Potsdamer Platz. Visit Museum Island and enjoy a guided tour of the famous Pergamon Museum, providing you an opportunity to view its famous Biblical antiquities. (B) July 22/Wed. BERLIN/NEW YORK Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the U.S. (B)

SPAIN, GERMANY & POLAND

Berlin, Poznan & Madrid

TOUR-E July 13-24, 2009 12 days/10 nights Tour Cost: $3,099 Single Supplement: $839

July 13/Mon. Depart NEW YORK for your transatlantic flight to BERLIN, GERMANY. (Meals on Board)

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July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 20/Mon. POZNAN/BERLIN Morning departure to BERLIN, GERMANY with lunch en route. Following check-in at your hotel, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Berlin, including the sections formerly known as East and West. View many of the city’s famous landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate, Bellevue Palace, the Reichstag, and Potsdamer Platz. (B,L) July 21/Tues. BERLIN/MADRID Transfer to the airport for your flight to MADRID, SPAIN. Following checkin at your hotel, use the remainder of your day in Madrid for independent activities. (B)

July 22/Wed. MADRID Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Madrid, the capital and largest city in Spain, including a visit to the famous Prado Museum. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, travel to the Watchtower Branch Office just outside Madrid and learn more about the work being done in Spain. (B,L) July 23/Thurs. MADRID Enjoy free time in Madrid today to celebrate the success of your trip and do any final shopping or sightseeing on your own. (B) July 24/Fri. MADRID/NEW YORK Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the U.S. (B)

July 12/Sun. WARSAW Upon arrival in Warsaw, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport for your transfer to your hotel. July 13/Mon. WARSAW/GDANSK Board your coach for a full-day drive to GDANSK, POLAND with a stop for lunch en route. (B,L) July 14/Tues. GDANSK/MALBORK/ GDANSK Enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour of Gdansk, a beautiful harbor town in northern Poland. Visit the beautiful Artus Court, the Fountain of Neptune, and the Long Market – a magnificent street decorated with late Renaissance and Baroque facades. Stroll along the picturesque sea pier in Sopot – the longest in Poland. Continue to the town of Malbork and enjoy a visit of Teutonic Castle, one of the largest and oldest castles in Europe with great architectural details and decorations. Return to Gdansk. (B) July 15/Wed. GDANSK/TORUN/ POZNAN Morning departure for your drive to POZNAN, POLAND. En route, stop in Torun, a magnificent historic site and birthplace of the famous Polish astronomer Copernicus. Visit the impressive Town Hall and the streets uncovering Torun’s past glory. En route, stop for lunch before continuing to Poznan. (B,L)

Madrid, Prado Museum

POLAND

Highlights of Northern Poland Warsaw, Poznan, Gdansk

TOUR-F July 11-23, 2009 13 days/11 nights Tour Cost: $3,299 Single Supplement: $930

July 11/Sat. Depart NEW YORK for your transatlantic flight to WARSAW, POLAND. (Meals on Board)

Gdansk, Square

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July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Morning sightseeing of Poznan. Highlights will include the Town Hall – a splendid 16th century Renaissance building that serves as a symbol of the city and Old Market Square. Following your tour, continue by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L)

July 22/Wed. WARSAW Enjoy your day to relax in many of Warsaw’s parks or explore the city on your own. (B)

July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L)

Highlights of Southern Poland Warsaw, Krakow, Zakopane, Wroclaw & Poznan

July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses.(B,Box L) July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 20/Mon. POZNAN/WARSAW Morning departure for your drive to WARSAW. Stop in Zelazowa Wola, the birthplace of the famous Polish composer Frederic Chopin. Visit the Manor House, which is now a museum containing memorabilia of Chopin and his family. Stop for lunch before continuing to Warsaw. (B,L) July 21/Tues. WARSAW/ NADARZYN/WARSAW Half-day sightseeing tour of Warsaw, the capital and largest city of Poland. Take pleasure in a drive along the Royal Route and visit the Old Town quarter, which was carefully reconstructed following World War II. Other highlights will include the Ghetto Heroes Memorial and the spacious beauty of Lazienki Park. Stop for lunch before continuing to Nadarzyn to visit the Watchtower Branch Office to learn about the work being done in Poland. Return to Warsaw. (B,L)

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July 23/Thurs. WARSAW/NEW YORK Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the U.S. (B)

POLAND

TOUR-G July 7-21, 2009 15 days/13 nights Tour Cost: $3,695 Single Supplement: $1,075

July 7/Tues. Depart NEW YORK for your transatlantic flight to WARSAW, POLAND. (Meals on Board) July 8/Wed. WARSAW Upon arrival in Warsaw, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport for transfer to your hotel. July 9/Thurs. WARSAW/ NADARZYN/KRAKOW Morning departure for your drive to KRAKOW. En route, visit the Watchtower Branch Office in Nadarzyn to learn more about the work being done in Poland. Stop for lunch before continuing to Krakow. (B,L) July 10/Fri. KRAKOW After breakfast, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Krakow, a perfectly preserved medieval city which once served as the capital city of Poland. Krakow is known for its outstanding works of art and architecture. Visit Cloth Hall, the beautiful Town Square – the largest in Europe - and the Royal Wawel Castle. Enjoy free time for lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Wieliczka Salt Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most famous mines in the world. Return to Krakow for an evening at leisure. (B)

July 11/Sat. KRAKOW/ZAKOPANE Morning drive to ZAKOPANE with lunch en route. Upon arrival, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Zakopane, a favorite winter destination and the capital of the Polish highlanders culture. The natural beauty of the clear mountain streams, immense forests, and the Tatra Mountains will take your breath away. Shop along famous Krupowski Street, which is full of folk arts and crafts. (B,L) July 12/Sun. ZAKOPANE Enjoy a relaxing river raft tour down the Danajec River. Float down the river on a raft navigated by Polish highlanders and admire a wide variety of flora and fauna, which are characteristic features of the surrounding mountains. (B) July 13/Mon. ZAKOPANE/ OSWIECIM/WROCLAW In the morning, drive to WROCLAW. En route, stop in Oswiecim to visit Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest of the Nazi concentration camps during World War II. Stop for lunch before continuing on to Wroclaw. (B,L)

July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Enjoy the morning in Poznan at your leisure. Board your coach for a late morning transfer to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 20/Mon. POZNAN/WARSAW Morning drive to WARSAW with lunch en route. Upon arrival in Warsaw, enjoy an orientation tour of the city highlights including the Old Town, the Ghetto Heroes Memorial, and the beautiful Lazienki Park. (B,L)

July 21/Tues. WARSAW/NEW July 14/Tues. WROCLAW Enjoy a YORK Transfer to the airport for your sightseeing tour of Wroclaw through return flight to the U.S. (B) the Old Town. Highlights will include the Wroclaw University, the magnificent Leopoldina Auditorium with its richly decorated Baroque interior, and the Silesian Gothic styled Town Hall – a symbol of Wroclaw. (B) July 15/Wed. WROCLAW/POZNAN After breakfast board your coach to POZNAN. Upon arrival, enjoy a sightseeing tour including the Town Hall – a splendid 16th century Renaissance building that serves as a symbol of the city - and Old Market Square. Pass through the city’s cobbled streets and view its galleries surrounded by old merchant houses, which were carefully restored after World War II. (B)

Zakopane, Krupowski Street

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July 14/Tues. WARSAW/ NADARZYN/WARSAW Half-day city sightseeing tour of Warsaw, the capital and largest city of Poland. Take pleasure in a drive along the Royal Route and visit the Old Town quarter, which was carefully reconstructed following World War II. Other highlights will include the Ghetto Heroes Memorial, the spacious beauty of Lazienki Park, and a visit to the impressive Royal Castle, which served as the official residence of Polish monarchs. Stop for lunch before continuing to Nadarzyn to visit the Watchtower Branch Office to learn about the work being done in Poland. (B,L) July 15/Wed. WARSAW/POZNAN Morning departure to POZNAN with lunch en route. Upon arrival in Poznan, enjoy a city sightseeing tour. Highlights will include the Town Hall – a splendid 16th century Renaissance building that serves as a symbol of the city - and Old Market Square. (B,L) Wroclaw, Old Town

CZECH REPUBLIC & POLAND

Warsaw, Wroclaw, Poznan & Prague

TOUR-H July 12-23, 2009 12 days/10 nights Tour Cost: $3,070 Single Supplement: $849

July 12/Sun. Depart NEW YORK for your transatlantic flight to WARSAW, POLAND. (Meals on Board) July 13/Mon. WARSAW Upon arrival in Warsaw, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport for transfer to your hotel.

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July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Enjoy the morning in Poznan at your leisure. Board your coach for a late morning transfer to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 20/Mon. POZNAN/WROCLAW Morning departure to WROCLAW. Upon arrival, enjoy a sightseeing tour

of Wroclaw through the Old Town. Highlights will include the Wroclaw University, the magnificent Leopoldina Auditorium with its richly decorated Baroque interior, and the Silesian Gothic styled Town Hall – a symbol of Wroclaw. (B) July 21/Tues. WROCLAW/PRAGUE Morning departure to PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC. Stop for lunch en route. (B,L) July 22/Wed. PRAGUE Today take pleasure in a visit to the large, beautiful Assembly Hall located in Prague and learn about the work being done in the Czech Republic. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Prague, one of the most beautiful cities in Europe known for its magnificent architecture dating back to the 10th century. Visits include Prague Castle, the wealthy residential quarter of Mala Strana, the Charles Bridge, and the Old Town of Prague. (B,L) July 23/Thurs. PRAGUE/NEW YORK Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the U.S. (B)

ENGLAND, GERMANY & POLAND

Warsaw, Poznan, Berlin & London

TOUR-I July 12-24, 2009 13 days/11 nights Tour Cost: $3,315 Single Supplement: $929

July 12/Sun. Depart NEW YORK for your transatlantic flight to BERLIN, GERMANY. (Meals on Board) July 13/Mon. BERLIN Upon arrival in Berlin, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport for transfer to your hotel. July 14/Tues. BERLIN Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Berlin, including the sections formerly known as East and West. View many of the city’s famous landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate, Bellevue Palace, the Reichstag, and Potsdamer Platz. Visit Museum Island and enjoy a guided tour of the famous Pergamon Museum, providing you an opportunity to view its famous Biblical antiquities. (B) July 15/Wed. BERLIN/POZNAN Morning departure to POZNAN, POLAND. Stop for lunch en route. Upon arrival in Poznan, enjoy a sightseeing tour. Highlights will include the Town Hall – a splendid 16th century Renaissance building that serves as a symbol of the city - and Old Market Square. (B,L) July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Enjoy the morning in Poznan at your leisure. Board your coach for a late morning transfer to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L)

Prague, Vitava River

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July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L)

July 23/Thurs. LONDON Visit the local Watchtower Branch Office to learn more about the work being done in Great Britain. Following your tour, enjoy free time to celebrate the success of your trip and do any final shopping or sightseeing on your own. (B) July 24/Fri. LONDON/NEW YORK Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the U.S. (B)

July 20/Mon. POZNAN/ NADARZYN/WARSAW Morning departure to WARSAW by coach. En route, visit the Watchtower Branch Office in Nadarzyn to learn more about the work being done in Poland. Stop for lunch before continuing to Warsaw. (B,L) July 21/Tues. WARSAW/LONDON Half-day sightseeing tour of Warsaw, the capital and largest city of Poland. Take pleasure in a drive along the Royal Route and visit the Old Town quarter, which was carefully reconstructed following World War II. Other highlights will include the Ghetto Heroes Memorial, the spacious beauty of Lazienki Park, and a visit to the impressive Royal Castle, which served as the official residence of Polish monarchs. Enjoy free time to have lunch on your own. Transfer in the afternoon to the airport for your flight to LONDON, ENGLAND. Upon arrival in London, your WCS escort will meet you for transfer to your hotel. (B)

London, British Museum

AUSTRIA & POLAND

Warsaw, Poznan & Vienna

July 22/Wed. LONDON Enjoy city sightseeing of London’s highlights, including Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, and more. A highlight of today will be a visit to the British Museum for a specialized tour of the museum’s Biblical exhibits. (B)

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TOUR-J July 13-24, 2009 12 days/10 nights Tour Cost: $3,150 Single Supplement: $779

July 13/Mon. Depart NEW YORK for your transatlantic flight to WARSAW, POLAND.(Meals on Board)

July 14/Tues. WARSAW Upon arrival in Warsaw, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport for transfer to your hotel. July 15/Wed. WARSAW/POZNAN After breakfast, enjoy sightseeing of Warsaw, the capital and largest city of Poland. Take pleasure in a drive along the Royal Route and view the Ghetto Heroes Memorial, the spacious beauty of Lazienki Park, and the Old Town quarter, which was carefully reconstructed following World War II. Following your tour, transfer to POZNAN. En route, stop for lunch before continuing to Poznan. (B,L) July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Morning sightseeing of Poznan. Highlights will include the Town Hall – a splendid 16th century Renaissance building that serves as a symbol of the city - and Old Market Square. Following your tour, continue by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L)

July 21/Tues. WARSAW/VIENNA Transfer to the airport. Fly to VIENNA, AUSTRIA. Upon arrival in Vienna, your WCS escort will meet you for transfer to your hotel. (B) July 22/Wed. VIENNA After breakfast, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Vienna, the world’s music capital. Highlights will include the Hofburg Castle, the Opera House, the Burgtheater, and the magnificent Schonbrunn Palace, which was built as a summer residence for the Hapsburg rulers. (B) July 23/Thurs. VIENNA After breakfast, visit the local Watchtower Branch Office where you will learn about the work being done in Austria. Following your tour, use the remainder of your day to relax or explore Vienna on your own. (B) July 24/Fri. VIENNA/NEW YORK Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the U.S. (B)

July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 20/Mon. POZNAN/ NADARZYN/WARSAW Morning departure to WARSAW. En route, visit the Watchtower Branch Office in Nadarzyn to learn more about the work being done in Poland. Stop for lunch before continuing to Warsaw. (B,L)

Vienna, Schonbrunn Palace

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FRANCE, GERMANY & POLAND

Warsaw, Poznan, Berlin & Paris

TOUR-K July 13-23, 2009 11 days/9 nights Tour Cost: $2,915 Single Supplement: $810

July 20/Mon. POZNAN/BERLIN Morning departure to BERLIN, GERMANY with lunch en route. Upon arrival in Berlin, enjoy a sightseeing tour, including the sections formerly known as East and West. View many of the city’s famous landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate, Bellevue Palace, the Reichstag, and Potsdamer Platz. (B,L)

July 21/Tues. BERLIN/PARIS Transfer to the airport for your flight July 13/Mon. Depart NEW YORK for to PARIS, FRANCE. Upon arrival, your transatlantic flight to WARSAW, your WCS escort will meet you for POLAND. (Meals on Board) transfer to the hotel. En route, enjoy July 14/Tues. WARSAW Upon arrival a panoramic sightseeing tour of Paris, passing by the major landmarks of in Warsaw, your WCS escort will meet the “City of Light”, such as the Arc you at the airport for transfer to your de Triomphe, Champs Elysées, the hotel. Grand & Petit Palais, the Eiffel Tower, July 15/Wed. WARSAW/ Concorde Square, the Opera House, NADARZYN/POZNAN Morning Vendome Square, and the Louvre departure to POZNAN. En route, Pyramid & Museum. (B) visit the Watchtower Branch Office in Nadarzyn to learn more about the work July 22/Wed. PARIS/GIVERNY/ LOUVIERS/PARIS After breakfast, being done in Poland. Stop for lunch depart for a full day excursion to before continuing to Poznan. (B,L) LOUVIERS & GIVERNY. En route, enjoy July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Morning a scenic drive west of Paris through sightseeing of Poznan. Highlights will the Normandy region and a stop in include the Town Hall – a splendid Giverny for a visit to Monet’s House 16th century Renaissance building and Gardens. The highlight today will that serves as a symbol of the city be the visit to the Watchtower Branch and Old Market Square. Following Office in Louviers where you will learn your tour, continue by coach to the more about the work in France. Return Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the to Paris for an evening at leisure. International Convention of Jehovah’s (B,Box L) Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 23/Thurs. PARIS/NEW YORK July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by Transfer to the airport for your return coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to flight to the U.S. (B) attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L)

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Paris, Eiffel Tower

FRANCE & POLAND

Warsaw, Poznan & Paris

TOUR-L July 11-22, 2009 12 days/10 nights Tour Cost: $3,125 Single Supplement: $910

July 11/Sat. Depart NEW YORK for your transatlantic flight to PARIS, FRANCE. (Meals on Board) July 12/Sun. PARIS Upon arrival in Paris, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport for transfer to your hotel. En route, enjoy a panoramic sightseeing tour of Paris, passing by the major landmarks of the “City of Light”, such as the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysées, the Grand & Petit Palais, the Eiffel Tower, Concorde Square, the Opera House, Vendome Square, and the Louvre Pyramid & Museum. July 13/Mon. PARIS/GIVERNY/ LOUVIERS/PARIS After breakfast, depart for a full day excursion to LOUVIERS & GIVERNY. En route, enjoy a scenic drive west of Paris through the Normandy region and a stop in Giverny for a visit to Monet’s House and Gardens. The highlight today will be the visit to the Watchtower Branch Office in Louviers where you will learn more about the work in France. Return to Paris for an evening at leisure. (B,Box L) July 14/Tues. PARIS Full day free to explore Paris on your own. (B)

16th century Renaissance building that serves as a symbol of the city and Old Market Square. Following your tour, continue by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 20/Mon. POZNAN/ NADARZYN/WARSAW Morning departure for your drive to WARSAW with a visit en route to the Watchtower Branch Office in Nadarzyn. Learn more about the work being done in Poland. Stop for lunch before continuing to Warsaw. (B,L) July 21/Tues. WARSAW Half-day sightseeing tour of Warsaw, the capital and largest city of Poland. Take pleasure in a drive along the Royal Route and visit the Old Town quarter, which was carefully reconstructed following World War II. Other highlights will include the Ghetto Heroes Memorial, the spacious beauty of Lazienki Park, and a visit to the impressive Royal Castle, which served as the official residence of Polish monarchs. Enjoy the balance of your day for rest or independent activities. (B)

July 15/Wed. PARIS/WARSAW/ POZNAN Morning transfer to the airport for your flight to WARSAW, POLAND. Upon arrival in Warsaw, your July 22/Wed. WARSAW/NEW WCS escort will meet you at the airport YORK Transfer to the airport for your for transfer to POZNAN. Stop for lunch return flight to the U.S. (B) en route to Poznan. (B,L) July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Morning sightseeing of Poznan. Highlights will include the Town Hall – a splendid

Tour may also operate from July 10-21

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July 15/Wed. BERLIN/POZNAN After breakfast, board your coach for transfer to POZNAN, POLAND. En route, stop for lunch. Upon arrival, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Poznan. Highlights will include the Town Hall – a splendid 16th century Renaissance building that serves as a symbol of the city - and Old Market Square. (B,L) July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Enjoy the morning in Poznan at your leisure. Board your coach for a late morning transfer to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) Paris, Louvre Museum

FRANCE, GERMANY & POLAND

Berlin, Paris, Warsaw & Poznan

TOUR-M July 12-26, 2009 15 days/13 nights Tour Cost: $3,535 Single Supplement: $1,130

July 12/Sun. Depart NEW YORK for your transatlantic flight to BERLIN, GERMANY. (Meals on Board) July 13/Mon. BERLIN Upon arrival in BERLIN, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport for transfer to your hotel. July 14/Tues. BERLIN Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Berlin, including the sections formerly known as East and West. View many of the city’s famous landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate, Bellevue Palace, the Reichstag, and Potsdamer Platz. Visit Museum Island and enjoy a guided tour of the famous Pergamon Museum, providing you an opportunity to view its famous Biblical antiquities. (B)

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July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 20/Mon. POZNAN/WROCLAW/ POZNAN After breakfast, board your coach for a visit to Wroclaw. Upon arrival, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Wroclaw through the Old Town. Highlights will include the Wroclaw University, the magnificent Leopoldina Auditorium with its richly decorated Baroque interior, and the Silesian Gothic styled Town Hall – a symbol of Wroclaw. Following your tour, stop for lunch before returning to Poznan. (B,L) July 21/Tues. POZNAN/ NADARZYN/WARSAW Morning departure to WARSAW. En route, visit the Watchtower Branch Office in Nadarzyn and learn more about the work being done in Poland. Stop for lunch before continuing to Warsaw. (B,L)

July 22/Wed. WARSAW Half-day sightseeing tour of Warsaw, the capital and largest city of Poland. Take pleasure in a drive along the Royal Route and visit the Old Town quarter, which was carefully reconstructed following World War II. Other highlights will include the Ghetto Heroes Memorial, the spacious beauty of Lazienki Park, and a visit to the impressive Royal Castle, which served as the official residence of Polish monarchs. Balance of your day for independent activities. (B) July 23/Thurs. WARSAW/PARIS After breakfast transfer to the airport in Warsaw. Fly to PARIS, FRANCE. Upon arrival in Paris, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport for transfer to your hotel. (B)

FRANCE, GERMANY & POLAND

Paris, Berlin & Northern Poland Tour Warsaw, Gdansk, Poznan, Berlin & Paris

TOUR-N July 10-25, 2009 16 days/14 nights Tour Cost: $3,899 Single Supplement: $1,225

July 10/Fri. Depart NEW YORK for your transatlantic flight to WARSAW, POLAND. (Meals on Board) July 11/Sat. WARSAW Upon arrival in Warsaw, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport for your transfer to your hotel.

July 12/Sun. WARSAW Half-day sightseeing tour of Warsaw, the capital July 24/Fri. PARIS/GIVERNY/ and largest city of Poland. Take LOUVIERS/PARIS After breakfast, pleasure in a drive along the Royal depart for a full day excursion to Louviers and Giverny. En route, enjoy Route and visit the Old Town quarter, a scenic drive west of Paris through the which was carefully reconstructed Normandy region and a stop in Giverny following World War II. Other highlights will include the Ghetto for a visit to Monet’s House and Heroes Memorial and the spacious Gardens. The highlight of today will beauty of Lazienki Park. Enjoy the be the visit to the Watchtower Branch remainder of your day at leisure. (B) Office in Louviers where you will learn more about the work in France. Return July 13/Mon. WARSAW/ to Paris for an evening at leisure. NADARZYN/GDANSK Board your (B,Box L) coach for a full-day transfer to July 25/Sat. PARIS Enjoy a panoramic sightseeing tour of Paris, passing by the major landmarks of the “City of Light”, such as the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysées, the Grand & Petit Palais, the Eiffel Tower, Concorde Square, the Opera House, Vendome Square, and the Louvre Pyramid & Museum. (B)

GDANSK, POLAND Make a stop in Nadarzyn to visit the Watchtower Branch Office. Here you will learn about the work being done in Poland. Enjoy lunch with your group before you continue on to Gdansk. (B,L)

July 26/Sun. PARIS/NEW YORK Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the U.S. (B) Gdansk, Harbor

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July 14/Tues. GDANSK/MALBORK/ GDANSK Half-day sightseeing tour of Gdansk, a beautiful harbor town in northern Poland. Visit the beautiful Artus Court, the Fountain of Neptune, and the Long Market – a magnificent street decorated with late Renaissance and Baroque facades. Stroll along the picturesque sea pier in Sopot – the longest in Poland. Continue to the town of Malbork and enjoy a tour of Teutonic Castle, one of the largest and oldest castles in Europe with great architectural details. Return to Gdansk for overnight. (B) July 15/Wed. GDANSK/TORUN/ POZNAN Board your coach for your transfer to POZNAN. En route, stop in Torun, a magnificent historic site and birthplace of the famous Polish astronomer Copernicus. Visit the impressive Town Hall and the streets uncovering Torun’s past glory. En route, stop for lunch before continuing to Poznan. Upon arrival, enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure. (B,L) July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Morning sightseeing of Poznan. Highlights will include the Town Hall – a splendid 16th century Renaissance building that serves as a symbol of the city and Old Market Square. Following your tour, continue by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to

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attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 20/Mon. POZNAN/BERLIN Morning departure to BERLIN, GERMANY with lunch en route. Upon arrival in Berlin, enjoy the remainder of your day to explore the city on your own. (B,L) July 21/Tues. BERLIN Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Berlin, including the sections formerly known as East and West. View many of the city’s famous landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate, Bellevue Palace, the Reichstag, and Potsdamer Platz. Visit Museum Island and enjoy a guided tour of the famous Pergamon Museum, providing you an opportunity to view its famous Biblical antiquities. (B) July 22/Wed. BERLIN/PARIS Transfer to the airport in Berlin. Fly to PARIS, FRANCE. Upon arrival in Paris, your WCS escort will meet you for transfer to your hotel. (B) July 23/Thurs. PARIS Enjoy a panoramic sightseeing tour of Paris, passing by the major landmarks of the “City of Light”, such as the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysées, the Grand & Petit Palais, the Eiffel Tower, Concorde Square, the Opera House, Vendome Square, and the Louvre Pyramid & Museum. Later, enjoy free time to relax or explore magnificent Paris on your own. (B) July 24/Fri. PARIS/GIVERNY/ LOUVIERS/PARIS After breakfast, depart for a full day excursion to Louviers and Giverny. En route, enjoy a scenic drive west of Paris through the Normandy region and a stop in Giverny for a visit to Monet’s House and Gardens. The highlight of today will be a visit to the Watchtower Branch Office in Louviers where you will learn more about the work in France. Return to Paris for an evening at leisure. (B,Box L)

July 25/Sat. PARIS/NEW YORK Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the U.S. (B)

Heroes Memorial and the spacious beauty of Lazienki Park. Use the remainder of your day for independent activities. (B) July 14/Tues. WARSAW/ NADARZYN/POZNAN Morning departure to POZNAN. En route, visit the Watchtower Branch Office in Nadarzyn to learn more about the work being done in Poland. Stop for lunch before continuing to Poznan. (B,L)

July 15/Wed. POZNAN Half-day city sightseeing tour of Poznan, including the Town Hall – a splendid 16th century Renaissance building that serves as a symbol of the city - and Old Market Square. Pass through the city’s cobbled streets and view its galleries surrounded by old merchant houses, which were carefully restored after Rome, Colosseum World War II. Remainder of your day to explore Poznan on your own. (B)

ITALY & POLAND

Warsaw, Poznan & Rome

TOUR-O July 11-25, 2009 15 days/13 nights Tour Cost: $3,879 Single Supplement: $1,095

July 11/Sat. Depart NEW YORK for your transatlantic flight to WARSAW, POLAND. (Meals on Board) July 12/Sun. WARSAW Upon arrival in Warsaw, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport for transfer to your hotel. July 13/Mon. WARSAW Half-day sightseeing tour of Warsaw, the capital and largest city of Poland. Take pleasure in a drive along the Royal Route and visit the Old Town quarter, which was carefully reconstructed following World War II. Other highlights will include the Ghetto

July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Enjoy the morning in Poznan at your leisure. Board your coach for a late morning transfer to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 20/Mon. POZNAN/WARSAW Morning departure to WARSAW, POLAND with lunch en route. (B,L)

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July 21/Tues. WARSAW Morning visit to the impressive Royal Castle, which served as the official residence of Polish monarchs. Following your tour, enjoy the remainder of your day in Warsaw to relax or explore the city on your own. (B) July 22/Wed. WARSAW/ROME Transfer to the airport in Warsaw. Fly to ROME, ITALY. Upon arrival in Rome, you will be met by your WCS escort for transfer to your hotel. (B) July 23/Thurs. ROME/NAPLES/ POMPEII/ROME Enjoy a full day excursion to NAPLES and POMPEII. Travel to Naples and enjoy a city tour including the Piazza Plebiscito, the Royal Palace, the Galleria Umberto, and more. Stop for lunch before continuing to Pompeii. Visit the ruins of the city covered in ash from a catastrophic eruption of the volcano Mount Vesuvius. Return to Rome for an evening at leisure. (B,L) July 24/Fri. ROME In the morning, enjoy sightseeing tour of Rome’s highlights including the Roman Forum, the Colosseum, the famous Piazza del Campidodlio designed by Michelangelo and more. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the local Watchtower Branch Office to learn about the work being done in Italy. (B,L) July 25/Sat. ROME/NEW YORK Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the U.S. (B)

Tour may also operate from July 12-26 at the listed rate or July 10-23 with one less day in Warsaw at a reduced rate of $3,650

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Rome, Forum

CROATIA, GREECE, ITALY & POLAND

Costa Cruise Fortuna Venice, Bari, Olympia, Santorini, Mykonos, Dubrovnik & Rome TOUR-P July 5-22, 2009 18 days/16 nights

I-1 Inside: $4,810 E-1 Outside w/window:+$400 B-1 Outside w/ balcony:+$600 Single Supplement: On request

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July 5/Sun. Depart NEW YORK for your transatlantic flight to VENICE, ITALY. (Meals on Board) July 6/Mon. VENICE, ITALY Upon arrival in Venice, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport. Transfer to the port to embark your state-of-theart cruise ship, the Costa Fortuna, which has drawn inspiration in its style and design from the grand Italian steamships with its various restaurants and public areas. Set sail this evening for BARI, ITALY. (D aboard)

July 7/Tues. BARI, ITALY Arrive in Bari in southern Italy. The town’s origins are strictly tied to maritime activities and the port was once an active and important exchange network with the East. Your cruise ship sets sail this evening for KATAKOLON/OLYMPIA, GREECE. (B,L,D aboard) July 8/Wed. KATAKOLON/ OLYMPIA, GREECE Arrive in Katakolon/Olympia, Greece mid-day. Katakolon is a small port that serves as the gateway to nearby Olympia where the Olympic Games originated. Your cruise ship sets sail this evening for SANTORINI & MYKONOS, GREECE. (B,L,D aboard) July 9/Thurs. SANTORINI and MYKONOS, GREECE Arrive in Santorini, Greece, a popular tourist destination in the summer months with its dramatic cliffside villages and glorious black sand beaches. Your ship departs Santorini today in the early afternoon for Mykonos, one of the most picturesque and popular Greek islands known for its splendid beaches and white-washed houses and shops. Your cruise ship sets sail this evening for RHODES, GREECE. (B,L,D aboard)

has been extensively restored since suffering during the Balkan hostilities of the 1990s. Your cruise ship sets sail this afternoon for VENICE, ITALY. (B,L,D aboard) July 13/Mon. VENICE, ITALY Morning arrival in Venice, Italy. Disembark your cruise ship and meet your WCS escort at the pier. Transfer to your hotel, followed by a guided walking tour of Venice. Overnight in Venice. (B) July 14/Tues. VENICE/WARSAW After breakfast, transfer to the airport in Venice. Fly to WARSAW, POLAND. Upon arrival in Warsaw, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city highlights including the Old Town, the Ghetto Heroes Memorial, and the beautiful Lazienki Park. (B) July 15/Wed. WARSAW/ NADARZYN/POZNAN After breakfast, depart to POZNAN. En route, visit the Watchtower Branch Office in Nadarzyn and learn more about the work being done in Poland. Stop for lunch before continuing to Poznan. (B,L)

July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Morning sightseeing of Poznan. Highlights will July 10/Fri. RHODES, GREECE Arrive include the Town Hall – a splendid in Rhodes, Greece early morning. 16th century Renaissance building Rhodes is famous as the former site that serves as a symbol of the city of the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the and Old Market Square. Following original Seven Wonders of the World. your tour, continue by coach to the The Colossus, a bronze statue standing Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the 35 meters in height, was situated at International Convention of Jehovah’s the entrance to the busy harbor until Witnesses. (B,Box L) an earthquake knocked the statue down. Your cruise ship sets sail this July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by evening for DUBROVNIK, CROATIA. coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to (B,L,D aboard) attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 11/Sat. DAY AT SEA Enjoy a day at sea aboard the Costa Fortuna July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by as you sail towards DUBROVNIK, coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to CROATIA. (B,L,D aboard) attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 12/Sun. DUBROVNIK, CROATIA Arrive in Dubrovnik, Croatia, one of the most attractive destinations on the Adriatic Riviera. The walled city

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July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 20/Mon. POZNAN/WARSAW/ ROME Depart to the airport in WARSAW. Fly to ROME, ITALY. Upon arrival in Rome, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport for transfer to your hotel. (B) July 21/Tues. ROME In the morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Rome’s highlights including the Roman Forum, the Colosseum, the famous Piazza del Campidoglio designed by Michelangelo and more. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the local Watchtower Branch Office to learn about the work being done in Italy. (B,L)

CZECH REPUBLIC, GERMANY & POLAND

DEILMANN River Cruise MV Frederic Chopin Prague, Litomerice, Konigstein, Dresden, Poznan & Warsaw TOUR-Q July 10-22, 2009 13 days/11 nights Category: B Outside Lower Deck: $4,510 A Outside Upper Deck: +$399 Single Supplement: On request

July 10/Fri. Depart NEW YORK for your transatlantic flight to PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC. (Meals on Board)

July 11/Sat. PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC Upon arrival in Prague, July 22/Wed. ROME/NEW YORK your WCS escort will meet you at the Transfer to the airport for your return airport. Board your coach for transfer flight to the U.S. (B) to the large, beautiful Assembly Hall located in Prague. During your visit learn about the work being done in the Czech Republic. Continue to the Prague Castle district for a guided walking tour of the Old Town ending at the port. Board your comfortable river cruise ship, the Deilmann MV Frederic Chopin carrying 79 passengers. Your cruise will bring you to the heart of Europe’s most spectacular rivers and waterways, to unspoiled nature and unique river landscapes. Discover historic monuments, romantic castles, quaint villages and beautiful cities. The vessel is distinguished by staterooms on her upper-deck that have full-length French doors that open into your cabin; cabins on the lower deck have large windows. Overnight in Prague. (D Prague, Prague Castle aboard)

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July 12/Sun. PRAGUE/ LITOMERICE, CZECH REPUBLIC Awake to the sight of Hradcany Castle looming above the River Vltava. Relax on the sun deck while cruising through the charming Czech scenery of small

towns rolling hills and rich farmlands to coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to the town of Litomerice. (B,L,D aboard) attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B Box L) July 13/Mon. KONIGSTEIN/ July 20/Mon. POZNAN/ DRESDEN, GERMANY This NADARZYN/WARSAW Morning morning, cruise into the region of departure to WARSAW. En route, Bohemia, where you will find steep visit the Watchtower Branch Office gorges, narrow valleys and bizarre in Nadarzyn to learn more about the rock formations known as Saxon work being done in Poland. Stop for Switzerland. Explore on your own the lunch before continuing to Warsaw. high fortress of Konigstein to enjoy the stunning views over the Elbe River (B,L) Valley. We depart Konigstein this July 21/Tues. WARSAW Halfafternoon and arrive in Dresden this day sightseeing tour of Warsaw, the evening. (B,L,D aboard) capital and largest city of Poland. July 14/Tues. DRESDEN, GERMANY Take pleasure in a drive along the Royal Route and visit the Old Enjoy a full day in charming and Town quarter, which was carefully artistic Dresden, the capital of Saxony reconstructed following World War II. often referred to as the “Florence of Other highlights include the Ghetto the Elbe.” Explore this captivating city Heroes Memorial, the spacious beauty on your own; perhaps visit the Great Garden, Dresden’s largest park, the Old of Lazienki Park, and a visit to the impressive Royal Castle, which served Town section or the Zwinger Palace, as the official residence of Polish one of the most beautiful Baroque monarchs. Later, enjoy free time to buildings in Europe. (B,L,D aboard) celebrate the success of your trip and July 15/Wed. DRESDEN/POZNAN do any final shopping or activities on Disembark your cruise ship this your own. (B) morning and meet your WCS escort. July 22/Wed. WARSAW/NEW Board your coach for transfer to YORK Transfer to the airport for your POZNAN, POLAND. En route, stop for return flight to the U.S. (B) lunch. (B,L) July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Morning sightseeing of Poznan. Highlights will include the Town Hall – a splendid 16th century Renaissance building that serves as a symbol of the city - and Old Market Square. Following your tour, continue by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by

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DENMARK, SWEDEN, ESTONIA, RUSSIA, GERMANY & POLAND

MCS Opera Cruise Copenhagen, Visby, Stockholm, Tallinn, St Petersburg, Kiel, Warwsaw, Poznan & Berlin TOUR-R July 4-21, 2009 18 days/16 nights Category: 1-3 Inside: $4,565 6-7 Ocean or Partial Ocean View: +$240 10 Balcony: +$528 Single Supplement: On request

July 4/Sat. Depart NEW YORK for your transatlantic flight to COPENHAGEN, DENMARK. (Meals on Board) July 5/Sun. COPENHAGEN, DENMARK Upon arrival in Copenhagen, your WCS escort will meet you at the airport. Transfer to the port to embark your cruise ship, the MSC Opera, that lives up to her name - classic, grand, and opulent. A true sense of grandeur and spaciousness prevails both inside and out. Your cruise ship sets sail this evening for VISBY, SWEDEN. (D aboard) July 6/Mon. VISBY, SWEDEN Arrive in Visby, Sweden early afternoon. Visby is the only city on the Swedish island of Gotland. It is arguably one of the best preserved medieval cities in Scandinavia and has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your cruise ship sets sail this evening for STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN. (B,L,D aboard)

national Swedish government, the parliament, and the official residence of the Swedish monarch. Your cruise ship sets sail late afternoon for TALINN, ESTONIA. (B,L,D aboard) July 8/Wed. TALLINN, ESTONIA Morning arrival in Tallinn, Estonia. Tallinn is the capital and largest city in Estonia, an important political and cultural center. Today your group will take pleasure in a full day private tour. Transfer to the local Watchtower Branch Office in Tallinn for a visit and learn about the work being done in Estonia. Free time for lunch or shopping before you return to the ship. Your cruise ship sets sail late afternoon for ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA. (B,D aboard) July 9/Thurs. ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA Arrive in St. Petersburg early morning. Today your group will board your motorcoach for a private city tour of this imperial city of golden spires, golden domes, pastel palaces and picturesque canals. Stop for lunch and then enjoy a visit to the local Watchtower Branch Office to learn more about the important work being done in Russia. Your cruise ship sets sail early evening for KIEL, GERMANY. (B,D aboard; L) July 10/Fri. DAY AT SEA Enjoy a day at sea aboard the MSC Opera as you sail towards KIEL, GERMANY. (B L,D aboard)

July 11/Sat. KIEL, GERMANY Morning arrival in Kiel, Germany, the capital and most populous city of the northern German state SchleswigHolstein. The city is one of the main maritime centers in Germany and has hosted a variety of international sailing July 7/Tues. STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN events. Your cruise ship sets sail early evening for COPENHAGEN, DENMARK. Arrive in Stockholm, the capital and (B,L,D aboard) largest city in Sweden. The city is built on islands and is the site of the

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July 12/Sun. COPENHAGEN, DENMARK Morning arrival in Copenhagen, Denmark. Disembark your cruise ship and meet your WCS escort at the pier. Board your coach for a panoramic tour of Copenhagen. Your guide will inform you about this fascinating city as you pass by sites such as Tivoli Garden, Town Hall Square, the National Museum, and the Christiansborg Palace. Enjoy a light lunch with your group followed by a visit to the Watchtower Branch Offices located in Holbaek approximately one hour outside Copenhagen. Overnight in Copenhagen. (B,L) July 13/Mon. COPENHAGEN/ WARSAW After breakfast, transfer to the airport in Copenhagen. Fly to WARSAW, POLAND. Upon arrival, you will be met by your WCS escort who will transfer you to your hotel. (B)

Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 17/Fri. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 18/Sat. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 19/Sun. POZNAN Transfer by coach to the Stadion Miejski “Lech” to attend the International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (B,Box L) July 20/Mon. POZNAN/BERLIN After breakfast, board your coach for your transfer to BERLIN, GERMANY. En route, stop for lunch. (B,L)

July 14/Tues WARSAW Half-day July 21/Tues. BERLIN/NEW YORK sightseeing tour of Warsaw, the capital Transfer to the airport for your return and largest city of Poland. Take flight to the U.S. (B) pleasure in a drive along the Royal Route and visit the Old Town quarter, which was carefully reconstructed following World War II. Other highlights will include the Ghetto Heroes Memorial and the spacious beauty of Lazienki Park. Remainder of your day for independent activities. (B) July 15/Wed. WARSAW/ NADARZYN/POZNAN After breakfast, board your coach for your transfer to POZNAN. En route, visit the Watchtower Branch Office in Nadarzyn to learn more about the work being done in Poland. Stop for lunch before continuing to Poznan. (B,L) July 16/Thurs. POZNAN Morning sightseeing of Poznan. Highlights will include the Town Hall – a splendid 16th century Renaissance building that serves as a symbol of the city and Old Market Square. Following your tour, continue by coach to the

Krakow, Market Square

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Terms & Conditions - Poznan, Poland (Please Review Carefully) Reservation & Payment Procedures: Deposit: A $750 deposit per person and signed Reservation Form is required to secure a reservation and must be received at WCS no later than February 2, 2009. As space is limited, reservations will be made on a first-come, firstserved basis. Your full name listed on your reservation form must be identical to that shown on your passport. Acceptable form of payment for deposit is: CHECK ONLY – personal, money order, credit card convenience check, or bank checks are allowed. WCS will send you a postcard acknowledging receipt of your deposit. Within five weeks after receipt of your deposit you will receive a tour confirmation/invoice plus a Welcome Packet. NOTE: WCS strongly recommends purchasing the travel protection plan at time of deposit. This plan will provide coverage for trip cancellation/ interruption due to medical emergencies, death in the family, job loss, etc. (see pamphlet for details) Final Payment: The balance due for your tour must be received at WCS no later than March 23, 2009. Reservations may be cancelled and we reserve the right to levy full cancellation charges as set forth in these conditions if full payment is not received by the due date. Acceptable forms of payment for balance due are: personal check, money order, bank checks, credit card convenience check, or a credit card. Discover, MasterCard, and Visa only. Late Bookings/Payments: Reservation requests received after the February 2 deposit deadline will incur a $50 per person late booking fee. If the reservation is requested after the final payment due date of March 23, the fee of $50.00 along with your final payment will be due within 24 hours and all applicable cancellation penalties will apply thereafter. Acceptable forms of payment for late bookings include credit card, credit card convenience checks, money order or certified check. NO PERSONAL CHECKS. If requested services cannot be confirmed, deposit and late booking fee will be refunded. Tour Selection: Tours will be assigned in the order Reservation Forms are received on a firstcome, first-served basis. WCS will try to place you on one of your five tour choices but we cannot guarantee tour availability. Therefore, DO NOT list any tour choices on your reservation form that you are not willing to accept. If all your tour choices are unavailable, WCS will contact you with alternate tour options.

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Passengers Who Wish To Travel Together: If you plan to travel with a group of friends or a roommate, it is imperative that all Reservation Forms are received in the same envelope and that all tour selections are identical. Single Supplement: This is the additional cost for a single person to have a private room whether by choice or as a result of not having a roommate. If you wish, WCS will do everything possible to find a roommate for you, but we cannot guarantee that a roommate will be found. The single supplement must be included with your final payment if you do not have a roommate. If WCS cannot find a roommate for you, it is not a valid reason for cancellation. Travel Protection Plan: We STRONGLY RECOMMEND that you obtain our optional insurance with coverage for trip cancellation due to medical emergency or job loss as well as baggage protection and more. Please refer to the enclosed brochure for further details. This plan can be purchased at a cost of $149 per person. Only services rendered by WCS are covered. The plan’s PRE-EXISTING CONDITION EXCLUSION will be waived if the plan cost is received with your deposit. Trip cancellation coverage starts the moment we accept your payment. Contact BerkelyCare directly at 1-800-343-3553 with any additional questions. Please note, once the plan is purchased, it is NON-REFUNDABLE. Land-Only (No Air Fare) Participants: Delegates may choose to purchase the Land-Only portion of any itinerary. Land-Only participants will be responsible for arranging their own air transportation including ALL flights within Europe as well as their own transfers both to and from the airport and their hotel. If your flights coincide with your group’s schedule, you will be allowed to transfer with them. Land-Only participants may deduct the amount of $650 per person from the tour price. Please note: Once deposit has been received, a fee of $125.00 per person will be charged for any delegate who requests to change from Land-Only to air inclusive or vice versa. Notification of such a change must be submitted in writing and is subject to availability. No changes can be made after March 23, 2009. WCS will not be responsible for any tour features that are missed due to your LandOnly status. Returned Checks: There will be a $35 processing fee for each returned check due to insufficient funds.

Currency Exchange: Rates are based on tariffs and currency exchange levels in effect at the time of printing. WCS reserves the right to revise the selling rates in the event of a significant change in these tariffs and currency exchange levels. Taxes: As of the date of printing, local and central government taxes and port fees are included for all services as levied by the governments of the United States and countries visited as specified. In the unlikely event that tax and/or fee structures are amended at any time prior to the travel date, WCS will pass on all such additional taxes to the passenger. Airport and airline taxes and fees are NOT included. Revisions: Written requests for changes (air or tour) cannot be submitted until you have received a tour confirmation and invoice. Requests submitted prior to this will be disregarded and will need to be resubmitted. Tour Changes: A $75 per person fee, plus any expenses imposed by suppliers, will be charged for each requested and confirmed tour change. Change of Address: Please notify WCS in writing immediately of any address changes. WCS will not be responsible for any documents that are lost due to an incorrect address. Changes in Itineraries and Program Assignment: WCS reserves the right to make changes in fees, travel dates, cities, itinerary sequence, reversal of trip direction, airlines, hotels, and sightseeing. On certain dates, especially holidays, some attractions or activities may be closed. WCS reserves the right to substitute attractions. Tour Inclusions: All tour prices are per person based on double or twin occupancy and include roundtrip air transportation in economy class via scheduled international flights from New York or Newark; luggage allowance of one medium checked bag and one carry on bag (specific weight and dimension information for bags will be included with your final documents or may be found on our website); accommodations in double/twin bedded rooms will be in 3 and 4 star hotels; hotel tax; porterage at hotels one bag per person; meals listed in the program (not including beverages) B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, Box L-Boxed Lunch, D-Dinner; roundtrip airport/ hotel transfers (except for Land-Only Participants); daily roundtrip transfers to the convention by motorcoach; guided sightseeing tours as specified in tour programs; visits to Watchtower Branch Offices where possible; services of Englishspeaking guides for all airport/hotel transfers and sightseeing. Cruise itineraries include meals, stateroom accommodations, on-board activities, entertainment & transportation from port to port.

Tour Exclusions: Airline taxes, security fees and fuel surcharges (currently $300-$500 depending on the specific airline itinerary, subject to change until ticketed); transportation to and from New York; hotel accommodations in New York; Optional Dinner Plan; Passport fees & visa fees; “Passenger Protection Plan Insurance;” meals not listed on program; tips to drivers and guides; porterage at airports; optional tours; personal expenses; airport taxes that are collected in foreign airports. Hotels: WCS has carefully selected hotels that are air-conditioned. Please note that there are a limited number of rooms with two twin beds. Therefore, in some cases, roommates may be asked if they would be willing to share a bed. Also, beds are typically smaller in European countries, i.e. double or full size beds as opposed to a queen or king. Triple and quad occupancy rooms NOT available. Air Extensions: Some airlines may allow a change on your return date. Outbound date or city changes are not allowed. All air extensions must be received in writing along with a revision fee of $125.00 per person plus any applicable airline fees no later than February 23, 2009 and are subject to availability. WCS will make every effort to accommodate your request. If not available, your revision fee will be refunded. Once the new flights are confirmed, you will be notified. Since this is based on space availability, please try to be flexible with your return date. International Flights: WCS utilizes regularly scheduled flights. WCS is not responsible for flight delays, missed connecting flights, long layovers or any expenses related to such delays. Participants are responsible to communicate directly with the airlines regarding any frequent flyer issues of which WCS assumes no responsibility. Domestic Air Transportation To and From JFK or Newark: Delegates are responsible to book and purchase their own domestic ticket to and from JFK or Newark. Please DO NOT book domestic flights from your home city until you have received your Welcome Packet including your tour confirmation, invoice and confirmed international flight schedule. Please leave ample time in both directions for connecting. Your international carrier will NOT be responsible if you miss your flight due to domestic flight delays or weather related issues. WCS STRONGLY RECOMMENDS ARRIVING INTO NEW YORK CITY THE DAY BEFORE YOUR SCHEDULED INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT. If this is not possible, then please allow at least five hours between flights and seven hours if arriving at Newark and departing from JFK or vice versa. However, it is safest to arrive the day before.

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Passports: If you do not have a valid passport, you should start the process immediately. Your passport should be valid for at least six months following the date you are scheduled to return from your trip (Approximately February 2010). Your full name listed on your Reservation Form MUST BE IDENTICAL to that shown on your passport. Once your tour has been confirmed, there will be a $35.00 revision fee to make a name change. After tickets have been issued, there will be a fee of $150.00 plus any applicable airline charges to make a name change. Without the proper documentation, you may be denied entry to one or all of the countries visited on your tour itinerary. WCS does not accept responsibility for passengers who fail to obtain the proper documentation required for all countries visited on their tour. U.S. Citizens: Passport applications are available online at: http://www.travel.state.gov/passport/ passport_1738.html or contact the nearest Passport Agency or your local U.S. Post Office. Non-U.S. Citizens: You are responsible for contacting the embassies of ALL countries that you will be visiting to see if an entry visa is required. They will provide you with instructions on how to obtain one. Please ensure you allow ample time to complete the necessary paperwork prior to departing the USA. The following is a list of the consulates and their phone numbers for all of the countries listed on this brochure: AUSTRIA: (202)-895-6700 CROATIA: (202)-588-5899 CZECH REPUBLIC: (202)-274-9100 DENMARK: (202)-234-4300 ESTONIA: (202)-588-0101 FRANCE: (202)-944-6000 GERMANY: (202)-298-4000 GREAT BRITAIN: (202)-588-6500 GREECE: (202)-939-1300 ITALY: (202)-895-6700 NORWAY: (202)-333-6000 POLAND: (202)-612-4400 RUSSIA: (202)-298-5700 SPAIN: (202)-452-0100 SWEDEN: (202)-833-2077 Travel Documents: Your travel documents will be sent to you approximately 21 days prior to your departure by First Class mail. If this is unacceptable, the passenger will be responsible for express delivery charges.

Cancellation Policy: Written Cancellation received in office: From the time of deposit until March 22 March 23 to April 24

Penalty equals $750 per person

35% of tour cost

April 25 to May 14

50% of tour cost

After May 15

100% of tour cost

Please note that reservations and payments are non-transferable. Unused portions of a tour are not refundable. Tour Cancellations must be submitted in writing (i.e. mail, fax, or email). It is your responsibility to ensure WCS has received your notification. Cancellations go into effect the day WCS receives your written notification. Refunds will be processed within 50 days of written notification. Responsibility: WCS-World Convention Services/ Wegiel Tours are divisions of Wegiel Travel Service, Inc., a Massachusetts corporation, which are not responsible for and cannot be held liable for any injury, loss, damage, accident, detention, annoyance, expense or delay arising from (a) quarantine, strikes, force majeure, war, terrorism act, failure of any vehicle or means of conveyance to arrive or depart as scheduled, disturbances, government restrictions or regulations through the acts or default of any company or persons engaged in conveying the tour participant or providing any tour services or other cases over which it has no control or (b) through any tardiness, misconduct or illegal acts on the part of any tour participant. Compensation for any mishap must be sought in the country where mishap occurred. WCS reserves the right to refuse, accept, or retain any person as member of any tour at any time. Frequently Asked Questions & General Information: Refer to our website: http://www.wegieltours-wcs.com/POZJW

WCS-WORLD CONVENTION SERVICES/ WEGIEL TOURS

14 Bobala Road Holyoke, MA 01040 Email: [email protected] Tel: 413-493-6700 Toll free: (800)-477-6526 Fax: (413)-493-6702 Website: http://www.wegieltours-wcs.com