Eastern Caribbean Vacation Tour
Norwegian Encore — tailor-made to Island hop through paradise in the Caribbean from Miami. Whip around the Norwegian Encore Speedway, the largest race track at sea. Experience an otherwordly virtual reality wonderland at Galaxy Pavilion. Raise the roof every night and sing along to classic rock hits at The Choir of Man. Give your taste buds a double dose of delicious at the many dining options, including the brand-new Onda by Scarpetta. Do all this and so much more on Norwegian Encore.
Norwegian Encore offers a unique and unforgettable cruise vacation experience — this is a ship like no other.
Crew Size – 1735, Guest Capacity – 3998, Built – 2019, Length – 1,094 ft., Tonnage – 169,116
Saturday,January 13…….Travel by motorcoach to Chicago IL and fly to Miami FL. Spend the night in Miami and leave Sunday on the Norwegian Encore! Ten wonderful days at sea!
Passports are required
Ports of Call:
Day 1
Miami FL Embarks 5:30 p.m.
Miami's amazing medley of cultures and flashy urban settings makes it a scene to be seen. Visit the trendy Art Deco district of South Beach, Calle Ocho in Little Havana, the super-upscale neighborhoods of Coconut Grove and Coral Gables and the unique ecosystem of the Everglades.
Day 2
At Sea
Day 3
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic ( 7 a.m. ~ 4 p.m. )
Puerto Plata (or officially known as San Felipe de Puerto Plata) is the ninth largest city in the Dominican Republic and the capital of the province of Puerto Plata. For spectacular city views, take a ride up the Pico Isabel de Torres mountain which stands over 2,600 feet high. History buff? Visit Fortaleza San Felipe, which was built in the 16th century and served as a prison under the dictatorship of Rafael Trujillo. Or head to the Amber Museum, a museum filled with a unique collection of valuable Dominican amber which is semiprecious tree sap that has hardened for millions of years capturing many fossils of plant and insect life
Day 4
St Thomas, US Virgin Islands ( 11;30 a.m. ~ 7 p.m. )
The town of Charlotte Amalie has one of the most breathtaking harbors in the world. Once home to pirates of long ago, today visitors find treasures of a different kind, for now beautiful beaches and bountiful duty-free shopping are truly its claim to fame.
Day 5
Tortola, British Virgin Islands ( 8 a.m. ~ 8 p.m. )
Discovered by Christopher Columbus himself in 1493, this exotic, peaceful island is home to both towering mahogany trees and white-sand beaches. The region offers a challenging hike that extends 1,780 feet up Sage Mountain. A great spot for great birdwatching and breathtaking views of Tortola and neighboring islands.
Day 6
St John’s, Antigua ( 8 a.m. ~ 8 p.m. )
Bask in the grand sight of the city's skyline, dominated by the white baroque towers of St. John's Cathedral. Sample local cuisines, visit the Botanical Garden, witness the magnificent Antigua Lighthouse, the historical Fort James and much more as you discover this grand city.
Day 7
Philipsburg,St Maarten ( 8 a.m. ~ 8 p.m. )
With an area of only 37 square miles, the island of St. Maarten is the smallest landmass in the world to be divided between two governments. The southern Dutch half offers casinos, duty-free shopping and island culture. The French half is all subdued sophistication.
Day 8
San Juan, Puerto Rico ( 7 a.m. ~ 4 p.m. )
Founded in 1521, San Juan's picturesque cobblestone streets, plazas and chapels reflect its Spanish heritage. But the second oldest city in the Americas also boasts fine beaches, lush rainforests, verdant mountainsides, imposing forts and a lovely tropical climate.
Day 9
At Sea
Day 10
Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas (10 a.m. ~ 6 p.m. ) tender port
All our cruises to the Bahamas feature a whole day visit to Great Stirrup Cay, our idyllic island paradise reserved just for our guests. Stroll along soft, white-sand beaches and enjoy the many activities we have to offer.
Snorkel and see underwater delights, kayak in crystal-clear water, then get revved up on a WaveRunner® adventure. The fun is endless here. Grab a bite at our new 8,500- square foot beach buffet and simply relax in your private beachfront cabana. This tropical paradise is just for you. Take advantage!
Day 11
Miami FL
Disembark ~ 7 a.m. Disembark

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Reservations – RESERVATIONS SHOULD BE MADE THROUGH OUR OFFICE BY CALLING 217-228-8785 OR (TOLL FREE) 1-800-805-8766. If you are traveling with someone (whether it be a day trip or multiple day trip), please tell us at the time of your reservation, so we will be able to seat you together on the bus and at the event.
Payments – PAYMENTS SHOULD BE SENT TO GOODWIN TOURS, 819 OHIO ST, QUINCY, IL 62301. After reservations are made we will send a registration form, which should be completed and returned with your deposit within 14 days to confirm your registration.
Multiple Day Trips – Prices are per person, double occupancy. The single, triple, or quad price is available upon request. After reservations are made, we will send a registration form, which should be completed and returned with your deposit within 14 days to confirm your reservation. Please be sure to sign the form. On most tours, the balance is due no later than 60 days prior to departure. For tours that include airline tickets and/or cruise fares, we will inform you of the deposit due, the balance due date, and cancellation deadline at the time of registration. On multiple day tours, we rotate seats daily. Luggage handling is included on most overnight trips 2 nights or longer for one large bag per person. An itinerary, luggage tags, etc. will be mailed to you prior to departure.
Day Trips – Prices are per person. Full payment is due 60 days before departure. For some day trips, payment may be required sooner than 60 days out. Seating on the motorcoach and at events is based on date of receipt of payment. Seat tags will be put up on the motorcoach in payment order from front to back.
Motorcoaches – Motorcoaches are scheduled to arrive 15 minutes prior to departure with immediate boarding. All motorcoaches are strictly Non-Smoking. All motorcoaches are bathroom-equipped; however, we make stops often and ask that passengers use the facilities at these break stops.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Day Trips: There will be no refund for cancellations made within 60 days prior to departure, unless we have a wait list and are able to resell your seat. If that occurs, there will be a $20 administrative fee.
Multiple Day Trips: The following CANCELLATION FEES will apply: 61 days or more prior to departure: full refund less any non-refundable expenses; 60 days or less prior to departure: NO REFUND -- We highly recommend travel insurance. A Schedule of Insurance Coverage will be sent with each registration form. If you wish to purchase travel insurance, please call our office (not Travel Insured) to book the insurance. Also, be sure to check your intention to purchase or not to purchase insurance and sign in the insurance section of the registration. This insurance information must be completely filled out and signed to process your registration.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Reservations – RESERVATIONS SHOULD BE MADE THROUGH OUR OFFICE BY CALLING 217-228-8785 OR (TOLL FREE) 1-800-805-8766. If you are traveling with someone (whether it be a day trip or multiple day trip), please tell us at the time of your reservation, so we will be able to seat you together on the bus and at the event.
Payments – PAYMENTS SHOULD BE SENT TO GOODWIN TOURS, 819 OHIO ST, QUINCY, IL 62301. After reservations are made we will send a registration form, which should be completed and returned with your deposit within 14 days to confirm your registration.
Multiple Day Trips – Prices are per person, double occupancy. The single, triple, or quad price is available upon request. After reservations are made, we will send a registration form, which should be completed and returned with your deposit within 14 days to confirm your reservation. Please be sure to sign the form. On most tours, the balance is due no later than 60 days prior to departure. For tours that include airline tickets and/or cruise fares, we will inform you of the deposit due, the balance due date, and cancellation deadline at the time of registration. On multiple day tours, we rotate seats daily. Luggage handling is included on most overnight trips 2 nights or longer for one large bag per person. An itinerary, luggage tags, etc. will be mailed to you prior to departure.
Day Trips – Prices are per person. Full payment is due 60 days before departure. For some day trips, payment may be required sooner than 60 days out. Seating on the motorcoach and at events is based on date of receipt of payment. Seat tags will be put up on the motorcoach in payment order from front to back.
Motorcoaches – Motorcoaches are scheduled to arrive 15 minutes prior to departure with immediate boarding. All motorcoaches are strictly Non-Smoking. All motorcoaches are bathroom-equipped; however, we make stops often and ask that passengers use the facilities at these break stops.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Day Trips: There will be no refund for cancellations made within 60 days prior to departure, unless we have a wait list and are able to resell your seat. If that occurs, there will be a $20 administrative fee.
Multiple Day Trips: The following CANCELLATION FEES will apply: 61 days or more prior to departure: full refund less any non-refundable expenses; 60 days or less prior to departure: NO REFUND -- We highly recommend travel insurance. A Schedule of Insurance Coverage will be sent with each registration form. If you wish to purchase travel insurance, please call our office (not Travel Insured) to book the insurance. Also, be sure to check your intention to purchase or not to purchase insurance and sign in the insurance section of the registration. This insurance information must be completely filled out and signed to process your registration.
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