September 19 30, 2016 aboard Silversea s Silver Explorer

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1 Canadian Maritimes golf Cruise September 19 30, 2016 aboard Silversea s Silver Explorer Nova Scotia newfoundland cape breton island prince edward island new brunswick

2 CaNaDiaN maritimes 2016 REMOTELY RUGGED AND UNSPOILED, the Canadian Maritime provinces occupy the easternmost portion of North America. The beauty and lure of the sea is always close at hand here. Stunning coastal scenery, picturesque centuries-old villages, world-class historic sites, and a wealth of attractions have turned these provinces into one of Canada s top vacation spots. Original settlers in Nova Scotia were of Scottish origin, and the landscape and villages of the area take on a true mix of New England meets the Highlands. With the Bandon Dunes-like development of Cabot Links in 2012 and launch of Cabot Cliffs in 2015, renewed enthusiasm and attention has been focused on the Maritimes as a golf destination. Locals will say it has always boasted some of North America s best courses like Highlands Links and Crowbush Cove and even relatively recent course launches like Fox Harb r have always been must plays. Then again, Canadians are quite fond of their modesty, and are likely as content to have gone unnoticed for this long. For those interested in more than golf, we have designed informative tours that meet the interests of discerning travelers. We ll sample local seafood and wines, explore flora and fauna of Cape Breton Island and look for whales in the Bay of Fundy, while discovering the character and charm of wonderful Victorian villages. There may be no better way to golf and tour these remote provinces, particularly without the hassles of packing and unpacking, and no vessel better suited than our host, Silver Explorer. The stylish comfort and attentive service of our Silversea hosts, creates an intimate cruising experience. As our privately chartered yacht glides along these rocky coasts, we will be treated to the high standards of Silversea service, dining and amenities. UNITED STATES St. Andrews Charlottetown Fox Harb r Halifax Ingonish Inverness St-Pierre CANADA St. John s Whether playing golf or exploring natural beauty with our experienced guides, discovering the heritage of the Maritimes or whale watching, you will experience unsurpassed personal attention, returning from your journey with new and enriched friendships and memories of a captivating travel experience. Portland

3 Fox Harb r Resort september 19: HalifaX, nova scotia plan to arrive in Halifax, Nova Scotia on September 19. You will be greeted at the airport and transferred to our meeting point at the lord Nelson Hotel before traveling to fox Harb r resort. our welcome reception this evening features a sampling of local food and drink. rooms have been reserved at the lord Nelson Hotel for guests who wish to arrive a day early to explore Halifax. september 20: WallaCe, nova scotia GolF: Fox HArB r on a peninsula between pugwash and tatamagouche in the north of Nova Scotia, fox Harb r opened for play in 2001 to immediate acclaim. designed by canadian graham cooke, the course is essentially two distinct loops of nine holes. the outward nine is parkland, played away from the shore to sheltered woodland, wetland and lakes, while the back nine is links-like, with many holes played above the steep rocky shore of the Northumberland Strait. fox Harb r promises a fitting and well-balanced representation of Maritimes golf. ToUr: JoST vineyard AND BoTANiCAl ToUr touring guests will visit Jost vineyard, the oldest operating winery in Nova Scotia, followed by lunch at the local landmark tatamagouche train station. upon return to fox Harb r, guests learn the skills of flower arrangement and enjoy a botanical tour of the resort s wonderful gardens. this evening, we all gather for a lobster boil dinner. september 21: WallaCe st. JoHn s, newfoundland we fly to St. John s, Newfoundland and have time to explore this remote provincial capital on the eastern-most tip of North america. St. John s has been one of the world s leading suppliers of salt cod since the early 17 th century, and its heritage as a fishing village is evident throughout. our city tour includes the bustling harbor area, home to shops and restaurants, and we also venture to Signal Hill to get commanding views of the rugged beauty of the North atlantic, and of the harbor where Silver Explorer awaits our embarkation. september 22: saint pierre island, france we stop for a half day on Saint pierre island. under french rule since the 17 th century, this quaint island village is a little piece of france in North america. we will walk to town from the ship and visit l arche Museum, which covers the island s history, including the role it played during prohibition, and we will see the only working guillotine in North america. don t forget your euros!

4 september 23: ingonish, nova scotia Cabot Links GolF: HiGHlANDS links located on the very tip of cape breton Highlands National park, Highlands links was designed by Stanley thompson in the course starts on an isthmus with steep cliffs that roll down to the atlantic ocean. with holes that run over wild, tumbling land, and play along the base of majestic mountains, there is a flow and a uniqueness of layout that make the course one of the most striking in canada. thompson preached that nature must always be the architect, and no truer statement can be made about Highlands links. ToUr: CABoT TrAil today we tour the eastern portion of cape breton Highlands National park and the cabot trail, following the atlantic coast to the fishing community of Neil s Harbour, where we learn about lobster fishing. from here, we head inland through the sunrise valley and to the community of pleasant bay for lunch at a local restaurant. after lunch, we visit the whale interpretive centre, dedicated to whale preservation, good preparation for our day of whale watching later in our journey. september 24: inverness, nova scotia GolF: CABoT links Mike keiser, of bandon dunes fame, opened cabot links to instant acclaim in the unique quality of the site with its firm, sandy soil drew keiser to New Scotland (Nova Scotia), and given the topography, it is not surprising to know that cape breton island and Scotland were once physically attached in their formative years. as with bandon dunes, the remote location and pristine surroundings have earned cabot the sense that it is indeed special. we will disembark near the 6 th hole and make a short ten-minute trip to the clubhouse to play this seaside masterpiece. ToUr: THe MArGAree valley AND AlexANDer GrAHAM Bell MeMoriAl we travel through one of the most picturesque valleys in the Maritime provinces, the Margaree valley. idyllic fall foliage serves an immaculate backdrop to small farms and fields crisscrossed by pristine streams and rivers some of the finest atlantic salmon angling rivers in eastern canada. we then visit the gaelic college of St. ann, learning of the connection between the clans of the Scottish Highlands and the first settlers of Nova Scotia. after lunch, we tour the alexander graham bell National Historic Site. september 25: inverness, nova scotia GolF: CABoT CliFFS cabot cliffs is one of the most anticipated new courses of 2015, and for good reason. bill coore and ben crenshaw brought elements from courses around the world to this wonderful site along the gulf of St. lawrence. eight holes run along the coast, sitting dramatically high on cliffs, fairways and greens impossibly perched on rocky bluffs, making for dramatic views and demanding a steady stroke. Some of these holes remind us of pebble beach, old Head and turnberry, but the course has a personality all its own. it will be a delight to be among the first to have played here in its first full year of operation. ToUr: WHAle WATCHiNG touring passengers enjoy some whale watching aboard Silver Explorer. depending on conditions, we will take zodiacs out in search of migrating herds of whales that populate the gulf of St. lawrence: right whales, beluga, sperm, blue and killer whales, among others.

5 Crowbush Cove september 26: CHarlottetoWn, prince edward island GolF: CroWBUSH Cove designed by tom Mcbroom, a prolific canadian course designer, crowbush cove is the centerpiece of golf on prince edward island. the early holes wander calmly through a coniferous forest, but starting with the 8 th hole, we see more links influence as the course plays close to the ocean, making the most of a series of dunes between holes 14 and 17. crowbush cove gained notoriety when it hosted a skins game between Mike weir, fred couples, John daly and Mark o Meara in 1998, and this wonderfully manicured gem has been a staple of Maritimes golf ever since. ToUr: ANNe of GreeN GABleS AND CHArloTTeToWN we visit green gables National Historic Site, the setting for the famous novel anne of green gables. enjoy walking in the Haunted woods and down lover s lane before we lunch in a local eatery. afterwards, we tour the highlights of charlottetown, the capital city of prince edward island. september 27: day at sea Sit back and relax as we cruise from prince edward island and around Nova Scotia. we head south through the Straight of canso that separates cape breton from the western part of Nova Scotia. today will be a fine day to enjoy the comforts of Silver Explorer after a few days of golf. september 28: st. JoHn, new brunswick this morning we make our way north into the bay of fundy. be on the lookout for whales as we make our approach to St. John, New brunswick, the oldest incorporated city in canada. we disembark and witness a unique natural spectacle reversing tides. the bay of fundy features the world s highest tides, and the difference between low and high tide is so severe, that the tidal ebbs and peaks create a unique phenomenon called reversing tides. the interaction between rivers that flow into the bay and the bay itself when the bodies of water meet is quite a sight magnificent boiling whirlpools, like the crashing of a waterfall, without the height. we also tour St. John and the idyllic victorian sea village of St. Martin.

6 Algonquin Golf Resort september 29: st. andrews, new brunswick GolF: AlGoNQUiN GolF resort originally constructed in 1894, algonquin boasts canada s oldest clubhouse. Set on the shores of passamaquoddy bay, the scenery and vistas are breathtaking. over the years, the course has undergone multiple renovations, upgrades and routing changes, first in 1920 based on the designs of donald ross, and most recently in 2000 by thomas Mcbroom. today, the course takes full advantage of its oceanfront locale with an unforgettable set of holes that run down to the bay, overlooking a channel that separates canada from the united States. algonquin is a fitting close to our journey through the Maritimes. ToUr: ST. ANDreWS AND ST. STepHeN touring passengers enjoy two quaint colonial towns today. we start in St. Stephen, a border crossing town with neighboring Maine and nicknamed canada s chocolate town, home of the chocolate Museum, which we will visit. as we return to St. andrews, we tour kingsbrea gardens and enjoy lunch in the garden cafe. our afternoon is spent walking St. andrews as we make our way to the iconic algonquin Hotel. september 30: portland, Maine HoMe today, we bid farewell to our captain and crew and transfer to the portland airport for flights home. or, join us as we enjoy two additional nights in kennebunkport, Maine. KennebunKport extension tour september 30 october 2, 2016 our extension begins with a tour of portland and kennebunkport, with stops at historic landmarks along the way including the portland Head light and wedding cake House in kennebunkport. we enjoy a Maine and New england favorite, a lobster roll lunch, before checking in to our private bungalows at the quaint Hidden pond resort. golfers will play cape arundel golf club, a gem that sits along the kennebunk river. a traditional course in terms of length (it s short), this walter travis design has a great history and classic feel. among others, the club s most noteworthy member is perhaps george H. w. bush. the course record of 60 is held by phil Mickelson. touring passengers enjoy a day in the historic village of ogunquit and in the town of kennebunkport. there is ample time for shopping, enjoying the many fine restaurants and strolling the Marginal way, a footpath that offers wonderful views of the Maine coastline. Tour price is $1,295 per person, double occupancy in a one bedroom bungalow. The price includes two nights accommodations at the Hidden Pond resort, one round of golf at Arundel Golf Club or tours, two breakfasts, and all transfers.

7 Silver explorer expedition luxury. SilverSeA ServiCe. Silver explorer was designed specifi cally for navigating waters in some of the world s most remote destinations. A fl eet of Zodiac boats allows guests to visit even the most off-thebeaten path locations and an expert Expedition Team provides insight and understanding to each unforgettable Silver explorer luxury cruise adventure. Her spacious decks and panoramic public rooms mean the drama of the unexpected is never far from view. On board, every creature comfort awaits: an ocean-view suite, in-suite bar and the headto-toe pampering of a butler; elegant lounges where fellow travelers gather to swap tales about their day s adventures; and cuisine that meets Silversea s standards of culinary excellence. Imaginative menus in The Restaurant feature both regional offerings and dishes inspired by Relais & Châteaux. Additional amenities include a sun-catching pool deck, an Internet café, a fi tness center, and a beauty and massage center particularly appealing after a day on the links..

8 Kalos Golf 1504 East Franklin Street, Suite 200 Chapel Hill, NC To view complete pricing and remaining trip details, please request a full trip brochure using the brochure request button posted throughout our website, or call us at Each trip brochure may be viewed live online or received via postal mail. Thank you for your interest in our memorable golf adventures. GOLF S FINEST TR AVEL EXPERIENCE The truth about great international golf courses is that they are typically in close proximity to fascinating cultural and historic venues; particularly so when we travel by ship, making our trips ideal for couples in which one spouse is a passionate golfer, and one may rather tour. We dedicate as much purpose to planning and executing our touring programs as we do our golf line-up; no other golf tour operator can make this promise. We know our clients demand stimulating experiences beyond golf and strive to present our guests with a rich blend of choices between golf and touring each day. Even the heartiest golfers among our guests often remark, it was tough to decide today between the tour and the links. Each day, touring passengers will have the option to experience fascinating cultural and historic tours. On some days, golfers and tour guests will spend the day touring together and on others, they will get together for a private tour after playing golf. We challenge you to fi nd a touring program with any other luxury golf tour operator that is as robust, inclusive and exclusive as you will fi nd on a Kalos Golf tour. Telephone: Fax: Info@KalosGolf.com