Pamela & Johnny's Wedding

Wedding Announcement & Invitation

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This Day I Marry My Best Friend, The One I
Laugh with, Live For, Love

Pamela Foote
and
John Rowsell

Invite you to be with us as we begin our new life together at the
Sirenis La Salina, Veradero, Cuba

The wedding vacation will take place from April 24-May 1, 2012. Pamela & Johnny will exchange vows on April 27th, 2012. The location for this celebration is the beautiful Sirenis La Salina Beach Resort, on the gorgeous beaches of Cuba.

Please take the time to read the information provided on this blog regarding the Vacation Packages that Pamela & Johnny have chosen for their wedding day. When you are ready to book your vacation, and become an important part of this very special day, please email me, Sherry Myles, at smyles@tpi.ca, or call me directly at 1-709-749-3955. Should you have any further concerns, I am here to answer all of your questions regarding this wonderful vacation!

Sirenis La Salina Varadero Beach Resort

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This newer beautiful Cuban resort is the location of Pamela & Johnny's wedding celebration! The Sirenis Hotel La Salina Varadero Beach Resort is ideally situated in one of the most beautiful beachfront locations in Cuba. Varadero is one of the most famous beaches in the world, situated at Punta de Hicacos, with white sands, transparent clear waters and a natural beauty which enchants all visitors.

For more information on everything is resort has to offer please click here.

We have secured limited discounted space with a special Group rate.

Accommodation:
Double Room
· 1 king or 2 double beds
· Air Conditioning
· Safe*
· Mini-bar
· Sat TV
· Telephone
· Voltage 220W
· Iron & ironing board
· Full bathroom
· Hairdryer
· Terrace or balcony
Maximum Capacity: 2 adults + 2 children

Suite
· Main bedroom with 1 king-size bed: 2x2m
· CD player
· Sat TV in bedroom
· Full bathroom with bath and shower unit
· Hairdryer
· Separate lounge area with sofa
· Air Conditioning
· Safe*
· Mini-bar
· Coffee maker
· Sat TV in lounge
· Telephone
· Voltage 220V
· Iron & ironing board
· Additional W.C. & washbasin
· Furnished balcony
· Sea View
Maximum Capacity: 2 adults + 1 child

Nolitours - Cameleon Gold Club Benefits

Passengers who book with Nolitours (departures currently priced from St. John's and Edmonton; other cities possible) will receive the additional benefits of staying in the Cameleon Gold Club. Benefits include:

• Separate check-in
• Dedicated room location closest to the beach
• Welcome letter and gift
• Mini-bar restocked daily (water, soft drinks and beer)
• 2 snacks in room upon arrival
• Rum, vodka and gin (1 bottle each) in room upon arrival
• Beach towels in room upon arrival
• Concierge service
• VIP room amenities
• Turn-down service
• Cameleon BBQ night
• Cuban theme night
• 2 guaranteed reservations for à la carte restaurants
• Distinct identification bracelet

Please note that everyone requires a valid passport to enter Cuba - no exceptions. Also, there is a departure tax every tourist pays when leaving Cuba, of $25 CUC cash.

As much as everyone is there for Pamela & Johnny, I also want to make sure that your vacation is exactly what you want and expect. Feel free to contact me with all your destination related questions; I am happy to help.

Vacation Pricing & Flight Schedule

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St. John's Departures

April 24–May 1, 2012 (7 nights)
All taxes and deluxe insurance are included in the prices listed below.

Flight Schedule
Air Transat 24-Apr St. John's-Varadero 19:40-23:45
Air Transat 01-May Varadero-St. John's 11:45-18:10

Double Room
$1530.00 CAD per person based on double occupancy
$1530.00 CAD per person based on single occupancy
$870.00 CAD per child (ages 2-12 years)

Suite
* There are a limited number of Suites available on a first come, first serve basis. If more are released later, I will advise all currently booked guests of the upgrade possibility.

$1740.00 CAD per person based on double occupancy
$2035.00 CAD per person based on single occupancy

Edmonton Departures

April 23–30, 2012 (7 nights)
(Please note the departure date is one day before St. John's guests.)
All taxes and deluxe insurance are included in the prices listed below.

Flight Schedule
Air Transat 23-Apr Edmonton-Varadero 9:10-18:25
Air Transat 30-Apr Varadero-Edmonton 19:45-01:30 (+1 day)

Double Room
$1480.00 CAD per person based on double occupancy

For other departure cities, please email me at smyles@tpi.ca.

To secure your rate for St. John's or Edmonton departures, a non-refundable $200 per person deposit is required by Sept 7, 2011 and final payment is due on February 16, 2012.

Please email me at smyles@tpi.ca or call (709) 749-3955 and I will forward you the required booking forms. At time of booking, I require your legal names, address and date of birth.

Travel Insurance - Make Sure You Can Be There

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Medical Insurance is mandatory for all guests traveling to Cuba. We recommend travel insurance for all wedding guests. This is an important trip, and you want to make sure nothing stands in your way.

This is only a brief summary of the coverage offered. Please read the suggested documents for more information.

RBC Deluxe Travel Insurance covers your emergency medical needs; doctor visits, tests, hospitalization, etc. This plan also covers cancellation, interruption and trip delays, flight accident, travel accident, delayed baggage & personal effects and damaged baggage.

RBC Non Medical Travel Insurance covers cancellation, interruption and trip delays, flight accident, travel accident, delayed baggage & personal effects and damaged baggage. There is no medical coverage included.

Anyone over the age of 73 will be required to remit a medical questionnaire prior to booking to ensure the coverage will be permitted by RBC.

We will add everyone to the group travel insurance policy at the time of deposit. The premium will be paid with the final payment. As the provincial taxes vary, those amounts will be determined at payment time.

Deluxe Travel Plan - $1500 coverage 5-9 days (all gateways)
Children traveling with a parent: $69
Adults 18-59 years: $117

Travel Advice

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For all the latest information on what is required for your vacation I highly recommend the Government of Canada's travel website. Please click here.

When booking clients to various sun destinations, I am often asked about whether vaccinations are required and other health risks. As everyone's health situation is individual, your family doctor or a travel health clinic are the best people to advise you on what is right for you. I suggest the JEMA International Travel Clinic in St John's at 709 738 5362. I do suggest all clients visit the government of Canada's informational web site for Travel Health
Advice before traveling.

Useful Travel Tips

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Do I need to bring an adapter to the resort?

Cuba has a voltage of 110/240V, frequency of 60Hz, and utilizes plug type A/b. This is either A) the same as what is used in Canada and the US with two flat parallel prongs; or B) Two round prongs similar to most countries in continental Europe. You are advised to bring an adapter which will only allow you to plug your appliance into the wall socket; it will not change the electrical voltage.

What currency is used in Cuba?

The currency is the Cuban Convertible Peso. Only Canadian dollars are accepted at in exchange for Pesos. You are not supposed to bring Cuban Convertible Pesos out of the country, so it is advised to only change a little money at a time. Visa and Mastercard are accepted (not American Express; and not Visa or Mastercard from Citybank or MBNA). Travellers checks are not accepted at hotels.

Departure Tax

There is a departure tax of CUC $25 that must be paid in Cuban Convertible Pesos at the airport before departure. You are advised to exchange this money upon arrival and keep it in a safe place with your passport until departure.

What language is spoken?

The native language is Spanish. Many staff at the resort speak passable English, particularly staff responsible for hotel management and entertainment.

Tipping - how much? Is it accepted?

Tipping is widely accepted and appreciated by staff. Most service employees earn little to no base salary, and the tips they earm compirse the vast majority of their income. A few dollars or the equivalent in the local currency, is considered average for tipping service employees each day. Employees also appreciate small gifts like candy, personal hygiene items (i.e., toothbrushes), and other souvenier type items from Canada.

Other Resources and Information

Tourist Board: www.gocuba.ca
Canadian Government: Travel Report

Time Zone is GMT -5 which is 1.5 hours earlier than Newfoundland.