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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:
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: _____________________________________________________