Pilgrimage to the Holy Land
January 18 – 27, 2009
Dear Parishioners and Friends:
"You'll never be the same!" That's what I kept hearing as I looked into taking a trip to Israel. After a lot of thought and prayers, I'm convinced it's true! And that's why I'm writing to you today.
I am praying that you will join me on this trip of a lifetime as we walk where Jesus walked and visit the places where He healed the sick, taught the multitudes, died on the Cross - and arose 2000 years ago. This trip is much more than simply a vacation. It's filled with laughter, tears, prayers, friendship and fun. This is an opportunity to see the people, places, and events of the bible come alive before our very eyes ... an opportunity to never be the same again.
I look forward to worshipping with you in the holy silence of the Garden Tomb where Jesus was laid. I am eager to visit the Garden of Gethsemane and the Upper Room, and I can only imagine the feeling we will have as we stand together and look out over the Sea of Galilee where our Lord stilled the waters!
You'll be surprised at how affordable the tour really is. So please check your calendar, January 18-27, 2009, and then make your plans to join us for this trip of a lifetime to the Holy Land: complete the attached booking form and return it with your deposit to Brinkman Travel Inc, the pilgrimage tour specialists who make all our arrangements.
Let's worship, celebrate fellowship and rejoice together in Israel. You'll never be the same!
Fr. Wieslaw Woloszyn
St. Michael's Church,
Fort Erie
Pilgrims find the Roots of your Faith. Join Spiritual Leader Father Wieslaw Woloszyn and your Fellow Parishioners to the Holy Land, January 18 - 27, 2009.
Experience a first class tour. Visit Caesarea, Nazareth, Tiberias, Sea of Galilee, Mount of Beatitudes, Cana, Mount Tabor, Tabgha, Capernaum, Jordan River, Jericho, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Ein Karem, Bethany, Dead Sea and Tel Aviv.
Program Includes:
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Services of your spiritual leader Father Wieslaw Woloszyn along with daily Mass
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Round trip airfare Toronto to Tel Aviv via El Al (direct flights)
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One overnight in Nazareth, three nights in the Galilee and three nights in Jerusalem
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Daily buffet style breakfast and dinner
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Touring by private motor coach and the services of an English speaking guide throughout
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All entrance fees on touring days
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Boat cruise on the Sea of Galilee followed by a St. Peter's fish lunch
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Hotel taxes and services charges for accommodation and included meals
Cost:
Only $2397 per person plus taxes and fuel related surcharges: currently $ 198 and subject to change. Prices are in Canadian dollars based on double occupancy. Single occupancy: $450 supplement.
Not Included:
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Tips to guide/driver
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Optional but highly recommended insurance package
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Any other specific item not mentioned as included
What others had to say about their 2007 pilgrimage to Israel with Brinkman Travel:
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The itinerary was excellent; saw so much!...SD
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Thanks for a great trip; it has truly been a once in a lifetime experience. One of the most moving and spiritual moments for me was Mass at the Jordan River. As we stood or sat in front of the altar facing the Jordan River, it was as if nature itself drew close and celebrated God's presence in the world and in our lives. I am leaving with a deeper appreciation and connection with my faith and my Christian heritage. ...JL
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Coming to understand the scripture and readings within the context of life in the time of Jesus has been an amazing experience. My pilgrimage was perfect! ...CJ
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The spiritual part exceeded my expectations; it was an unforgettable enrichment. ...DM
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A better guide and driver could never be found. Absolutely outstanding! ...RL
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This was our seventh bus tour and by far the best because of the Spiritual aspect and our connection to the whole group...... A&M L
Visiting the Holy Land is a life enriching experience!
Ineke Brinkman, owner of Brinkman Travel and organizer of pilgrimages since 1993, has visited the Holy Land
nine times.
Important to Know
Register early to avoid disappointment. Maximum of 50 pilgrims can be accommodated on this tour. First come, first served!
Booking Complete the registration form and mail/deliver with a $ 100 per person non refundable deposit made payable to Brinkman Travel Inc, 3 Mountainview Drive, St. Catharines, ON L2T 3H3. The premium for the optional but highly recommended insurance is also due at the time of booking. A second payment of $1000 per person is due by August 1 and final payment by November 18, 2008 (postdated cheques are recommended).
Insurance Brinkman Travel strongly recommends you take out its RBC package insurance protecting you from penalties in the event you would need to cancel due to medical reasons to yourself or someone in your immediate family, as well as giving you peace of mind should something unforeseen happen while abroad.
Cancellations and Refunds All cancellations, changes or refund requests must be received in writing and shall be considered in effect as of the date notice is received.
Cancellation Fees Cancellations are subject to the following cancellation penalties:
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Deposit is non-refundable
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Cancellation fee for canceling between registration date and August 2, 2008: $1100
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Canceling on November 19 or after: 100% non refundable
If you need to cancel, Brinkman Travel Inc will refund all money paid towards the tour less the applicable cancellation fee and the insurance premium. These charges apply to the tour only and do not include cancellation charges for any other arrangements.
Pricing All prices are based on a minimum group size (32 people), current exchange rates and supplier quotations. In the event that significant changes take place due to circumstances beyond our control, we reserve the right to adjust the prices.
Itinerary The right is reserved to withdraw all or part of the tour should conditions warrant and to make such alterations in the itinerary and/or accommodation, as well as places of worship, as may be found desirable for the convenience of the tour members or proper execution of the tour.
Shared and Single Accommodation Passengers must indicate at the time of booking whether they want to share a room of if they prefer a single room; there are a limited number of single rooms available. Your roommate, if known, should also be indicated. Triple rooms, while not recommended, can usually be arranged. Should it not be possible to find a compatible room mate, then the single person must be prepared to pay the single supplement no later than one month prior to departure.
Unused Tour Arrangements Portions of tour arrangements, or any other service or feature of the package, which are not used, are neither refundable nor exchangeable.
Passport Canadian and U.S. citizens must be in possession of a passport valid for at least three months from return date (April 27, 2009) and do not need a visa to enter Israel. Please provide Brinkman Travel with a copy of the information page of your valid passport no later than August 1, 2008.
Travel Documentation Tour documents (itinerary, airline tickets, passenger list, suggested packing list and other information material) will be handed out at least three weeks prior to departure at St. Michael's Church at a date and time to be announced later.
Responsibility Brinkman Travel Inc of St. Catharines, Ontario acts as an agent for the various companies, owners and contractors providing means of transportation, accommodation or other services. Brinkman Travel Inc assumes no responsibility or liability in connection with the service of any aircraft, vessel, carriage or other conveyance that is used wholly or in part, in the performance of this duty to the passengers. Neither will Brinkman Travel Inc be responsible for any act, omission or error, or for any injury, loss, accident, delay or irregularity, or any neglect or default of any company or person engaged in carrying out the purposes for which tickets or coupons have been issued. We assume no responsibility or liability for errors or omissions resulting from acts of God, strikes, weather, quarantines, sickness, government regulations or any loss or expense resulting from the above contingencies. Expenses for said losses shall be borne by the tour members. If the spiritual leader, Father Wieslaw Woloszyn, is unable to lead the group due to unforeseen circumstances, Brinkman Travel Inc will not be held liable, and will endeavor to find a suitable replacement.
Relatives and Friends from outside of St.Michael's Church Parish are welcome to join! We thank you for your referrals!
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