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Invite You to Celebrate in The Gala Events of the 30th Anniversary THE PATRONS OF THE ARTS IN THE VATICAN MUSEUMS October 15-21, 2013 Your 30th Anniversary Package Includes: * Exclusive Patrons’ behind-the-scenes visits throughout the Vatican: visit to the Sala Regia, State Rooms in the Apostolic Palace and Papal Chapels. Also a Special Conference on the art, architecture, and history of St. Peter’s Basilica * Greeting by the Holy Father, Pope Francis (pending scheduling) * Meetings and personal greetings by Cardinals and members of the Roman Curia * Private Mass with His Eminence James Cardinal Harvey, Archpriest of St. Paul Outside the Walls. Tour of the Basilica’s excavations, including the tomb of St. Paul, generously restored by the Patrons * Receptions and dinners hosted by Vatican Patrons Office with His Eminence Giuseppe Cardinal Bertello, President of Vatican City State * Private after hours guided visit of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. A time of prayer with Cardinal Bertello in Sistine Chapel * Sunday Mass: Holy Mass at the Altar of the Chair in St. Peter’s with Cardinal Bertello. Followed by the Angelus in St. Peter’s Square. * Two special private dinners: the historic Lateran Papal Palace, and a candlelight dinner at the Vatican Museums. One additional dinner, two lunches, and daily breakfast * Presentations by Professor Arnold Nesselrath, , Head of the XV-XVIII Century Art Department and Maestro Maria Ludmila Pustka, Head of Painting Restoration Laboratory * Five (5) nights accommodations at 4 or 5 star hotel in Rome * Motor coach transportation with escorts and staffing for all transfers from hotels to events Celebrating 30 Years of Patronage Pope Francis NOTE: Package is offered “Land only.” Corporate Travel is pleased to arrange your flights. Call 800-727-1999 ext 133 or 293 His Eminence Giuseppe Cardinal Bertello, President of the Vatican City State & Professor Antonio Paolucci, Director of the Vatican Museums of the Patrons of the Arts in the Vatican Museums

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Invite You to Celebrate in The Gala Events of the 30th Anniversary

THE PATRONS OF THE ARTS IN THE VATICAN MUSEUMS

October 15-21, 2013Your 30th Anniversary Package Includes:* Exclusive Patrons’ behind-the-scenes visits throughout the Vatican: visit to the Sala Regia, State Rooms in the Apostolic

Palace and Papal Chapels. Also a Special Conference on the art, architecture, and history of St. Peter’s Basilica* Greeting by the Holy Father, Pope Francis (pending scheduling)* Meetings and personal greetings by Cardinals and members of the Roman Curia * Private Mass with His Eminence James Cardinal Harvey, Archpriest of St. Paul Outside the Walls. Tour of the

Basilica’s excavations, including the tomb of St. Paul, generously restored by the Patrons * Receptions and dinners hosted by Vatican Patrons Office with His Eminence Giuseppe Cardinal Bertello,

President of Vatican City State* Private after hours guided visit of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. A time of prayer with Cardinal

Bertello in Sistine Chapel* Sunday Mass: Holy Mass at the Altar of the Chair in St. Peter’s with Cardinal Bertello. Followed by the

Angelus in St. Peter’s Square.* Two special private dinners: the historic Lateran Papal Palace, and a candlelight dinner at the Vatican

Museums. One additional dinner, two lunches, and daily breakfast* Presentations by Professor Arnold Nesselrath, , Head of the XV-XVIII Century Art Department and Maestro Maria Ludmila Pustka, Head of Painting Restoration Laboratory* Five (5) nights accommodations at 4 or 5 star hotel in Rome* Motor coach transportation with escorts and staffing for all transfers from hotels to events

Celebrating 30 Years of Patronage

Pope Francis

NOTE: Package is offered “Land only.” Corporate Travel is pleased to arrange your flights. Call 800-727-1999 ext 133 or 293

His Eminence Giuseppe Cardinal Bertello, President of the Vatican City State & Professor Antonio Paolucci, Director of the Vatican Museums

of the Patrons of the Arts in the Vatican Museums

Friday, October 18th: Vatican Museum & Lateran PalaceDepart for the Vatican this morning and participate in a presentation on various aspects of St. Peter’s Basilica, history, its art, and architecture presented by special guests, including officials of the Roman Curia. Following the presentation, there will be an extraordinary visit to the Sala Regia, the State Rooms in the Apostolic Palace and Papal Chapels. This will be a rare opportunity to visit Michelangelo’s beautiful frescos recently

restored by Patrons. Return to the hotel to freshen up for the evenings’ events. Depart for events at St. John Lateran Basilica, the Cathedral of Rome, followed by a private reception and dinner in the Lateran Palace, which was the historic papal residence until the 14th Century. Return to hotel for overnight. (CB,D)Saturday, October 19th: Greeting by the Holy Father and Evening at the Vatican

This morning, depart hotels for the Vatican, which may include a greeting by the Holy Father (not guaranteed and pending confirmation from the Prefecture of the Papal Household). Early afternoon at leisure for lunch on your own and return to hotels. Alternatively, the morning may be spent with a special excursion. Later, depart hotels for the 30th Anniversary Gala at the Vatican Museums. The evening will be accompanied by music and include a private visit to the

Sistine Chapel with His Eminence, Cardinal Bertello, followed by an extraordinary cocktail reception and special private candlelight dinner in the Vatican Museums concluding the evening. Return to hotels. (CB,D)Sunday, October 20th: Farewell Mass & Celebratory Pranzo

Celebrate Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica with Cardinal Bertello. Following Mass, there will be a celebratory pranzo (Italian late lunch/early dinner). Return to hotels for packing and evening on own. (CB,L)

Monday, October 21st: Return flights to the USAIndependent flight departures from Rome. Transfer to airport via taxi (cost on your own).CB= Continental Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner

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Tuesday, October 15th: Depart USADepart USA on Independent flights. Contact Corporate Travel for assistance in purchasing flights. See “Airfare” on back page. Chapter Chairpersons are invited to arrive in Rome by 3PM today for Welcome Reception (attendance would require a Monday, October 14 departure from the United States). Wednesday, October 16th: Arrive in Rome, Vatican Welcome ReceptionIndividual arrival in Rome: Patrons are requested to schedule independent flights to arrive at airport in Rome by 1:00 pm. Transfer to hotel via taxi (cost on own)Meeting for Chapter Chairpersons takes place in the morning and afternoon. Details will be sent out separately to the Chairpersons of each Chapter.

Late afternoon departures from each hotel to the Vatican for the Opening Evening in the Vatican Museums. Enjoy a private visit to the Pinacoteca to view, among others, the works of Caravaggio, Raphael and DaVinci. Welcome cocktail reception to be hosted in the Vatican Museums by His Eminence, Cardinal Bertello, President of the Vatican City State, Professor Antonio Paolucci, Director of the Vatican

Museums, Fr. Mark Haydu, International Director of the Patrons of the Arts in the Vatican Museums, and Monsignor Terence Hogan, North American Chaplain of the Patrons of the Arts in the Vatican Museums. Return to hotels for dinner and free evening.Thursday, October 17th: Vatican Day & St. Paul Outside the WallThis morning, depart hotels for a fascinating and in depth presentation on the restoration and conservation technique and history in the Vatican. Join Professor Arnold Nesselrath and Maestra Maria Pustka, Vatican Directors of the Restoration Laboratories, who have overseen many important restoration projects of the Patrons. The Presentation will highlight some of the masterpieces Patrons have restored and their importance. Questions will be answered about the restoration process and projects. A private light lunch will follow in the Vatican. Return to hotels mid afternoon to freshen up before departing to the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Wall for a celebration of Holy Mass with Cardinal James Harvey, Archpriest of the Basilica. The Basilica’s excavations, otherwise closed to the public, will be

opened to visit. Tour the Patrons’ sponsored restoration projects, as well as the tomb of St. Paul the Apostle (pictured to the left). The tour and Mass will be followed by a Roman countryside dinner and returning to the hotels later in the evening. (CB,L,D)

SPECIAL EVENT OVERVIEWThe events planned are tentative and subject to final approvals and availability of guest speakers. Nearly every visit planned is to an area of the Vatican, St. Paul Outside the Wall, and St. John Lateran which is closed to the public and not otherwise accessible. Therefore, it is imperative, and the Patrons Office requests, that all Patrons who wish to participate in the extraordinary events planned for the 30th Anniversary register for one of the listed complete hotel packages.The Vatican planning committee has agreed, based on previous events, that this will ensure the efficient coordination and orderly execution of the events. Additionally, the costs associated with producing the anniversary events, including staff, escorts and transportation are included in the costs of the listed packages.Thank you for your understanding and your support of the event.

The Atlante Garden Hotel - 4-star StandardThe Atlante Garden Hotel proudly stands just a few blocks from the Vatican City, enjoying one of the finest locations of all Rome 4-star hotels. It enjoys not only a fantastic location near St. Peter’s Basilica but also offers a good standard of service coupled with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. www.atlantegardenhotel.com

The Hotel Savoy - 4-star SuperiorFew places in Rome can boast a position as prestigious as the Hotel Savoy. Located in a former aristocratic palace, it welcomes guests in a discreet and elegant comfort that perfectly matches the class of a superior 4 star hotel. Today, the hotel is a destination for people in search of exclusivity, tranquility and a central location. The hotel’s strategic location allows to visit in a short time the most famous sights of the city such as the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Villa Borghese and the Via Condotti with its trendy boutiques. www.savoy.it

Parco dei Principi Grand Hotel & SPA - 5-starThe 5-star Parco dei Principi Grand Hotel & SPA, a luxury hotel in Rome, is in a privileged location in the exclusive Parioli district, next to the Villa Borghese park and surrounded by a stunning botanical garden: a true oasis in the heart of Rome. The hotel, designed by the famous architect Giò Ponti, recently got a facelift inspired by the sumptuous and elaborate style of the patrician villas of Rome’s late-17th-century nobility. www.parcodeiprincipi.com

The Boscolo Exedra Roma - 5-starThe Boscolo Exedra Roma is a triumph of beauty and art. The hotel traces its origins to the large semi-circle inside the baths area of imperial Rome on top of which the modern Piazza della Repubblica was laid out. The basilica dedicated to Maria Regina degli Angeli, designed by Michelangelo for Pope Pius IV in 1561, can be admired from the whimsical private rooms and from the large terrace. www.exedra-roma.boscolohotels.com

St. Regis - 5-starThe 5-star St. Regis is a grand palace inviting guests to explore its curated collection of fine art and antiques, discover its timeless treasures including its handcrafted stuccos adorned staircase, the historic lift, the glittering Murano chandeliers and the majestic symbol of La Belle Époque. Private setting and exclusiveness are the main features of this luxury hotel. The St. Regis is equidistant to the city’s most popular artistic sites, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps and shopping areas featuring traditional Italian boutiques and high end shops. www.stregisrome.comNotes: 1) Hotels listed above are subject to availability at the time of receipt of your reservation form. A sell-out of all space is anticipated. 2) If response to a particular hotel is limited it may be eliminated from the program even after your reservation is processed. You will be contacted if that occurs.

Hotel Options

Hotel Locations

Atlante Garden Hotel

Parco dei Principi

Hotel Savoy

St. Regis

Boscolo Exedra Vatican City

ATLANTE GARDEN PACKAGE PRICING$3,009 Regular Price, per person after May 17, 2013- $100 Book by May 17, 2013 and save $100- $110 Cash discount for payment by cash or check $2,799 Early Booking Price (double occupancy)

HOTEL SAVOY PACKAGE PRICING$3,359 Regular Price, per person after May 17, 2013- $100 Book by May 17, 2013 and save $100- $110 Cash discount for payment by cash or check $3,149 Early Booking Price (double occupancy)

PARCO DEI PRINCIPI PACKAGE PRICING$3,759 Regular Price, per person after May 17, 2013- $100 Book by May 17, 2013 and save $100- $110 Cash discount for payment by cash or check $3,549 Early Booking Price (double occupancy)

BOSCOLO EXEDRA PACKAGE PRICING$3,859 Regular Price, per person after May 17, 2013- $100 Book by May 17, 2013 and save $100- $110 Cash discount for payment by cash or check $3,649 Early Booking Price (double occupancy)

ST. REGIS PACKAGE PRICING$4,059 Regular Price, per person after May 17, 2013- $100 Book by May 17, 2013 and save $100- $110 Cash discount for payment by cash or check $3,849 Early Booking Price (double occupancy)Note: St. Regis Package has an additional dinner on October 16th.

Villa Borghese

q I am a fully subscribed member of the ________________ Chapter of the Patrons of the Arts in the Vatican Museumsq I am not a member and I understand that I/my family must join in order to participate in this event. I will contact the local Patrons Chapter immediately to join.1) RESERVATION FORM (one form per person, photo copies of form are permitted):Clergy q Mr. q Mrs. q Miss q Date of Birth _______/_______/______________Name____________________________________________________________(As is appears on passport) If under 18: Age_________ (see back page for details)Address____________________________________________City________________________________State _____ Zip Code ___________Home Phone(_____)____________Cell Phone (______)___________ Email address __________________________________________________________________________EMAIL COMMUNICATION – It is important for travelers to supply their email address and to notify Corporate Travel Service of any address changes. Updates about your trip will be sent by email, so it is important that settings in your email system allow communication from addresses originating at ctscentral.net (Roommate)___________________________________________________________________________ q I would like a roommate; please put me in touch with other passengers looking for a roommate. I understand that I must pay the single supplement if no roommate is found. q I prefer a single room and will pay an additional $1300 for 5-star hotels or $700 for 4-star hotels, which is due with my balancePreferred Name for Name Badge____________________________________________________________

2) PASSPORT (required):q Copy of passport inside page showing name and photo is enclosed q I am applying for a passport and understand that I must supply it to Corporate Travel Service by May 17, 2013. Corporate Travel Service is not responsible for passports that are not valid 6 months following the return date of the trip (See Terms and Conditions-Passports)

3) PAYMENT TERMS & SCHEDULE:Deposit $500 non-refundable to book. Additional $1,250 non-refundable due on or before May 17, 2013. A final invoice, reflecting the final price, will be issued 60 days (08/17/13) prior to departure. Final Payment must be made between 60 and 45 days (09/01/13) prior to departure (early final payments can not be made.) Late bookings after 60 days prior to departure require payment in full by credit card at time of booking. Price reflects an Early Booking Savings of $100 per person for deposits received on or before May 17, 2013. Price also reflects a cash discount of $110 for tours paid entirely by cash or check. Cash discount will be taken at the time final payment is made.Checks payable to: Corporate Travel Service Credit Card: Visa/MasterCard (circle one)Name as it appears on Card____________________________________________Amount $____________Card Number___________________________________________________________________________ Security code (back of card)___________________ Expiration____________________________________Card Billing Address _____________________________________________________________________

4) TERMS & CONDITIONS:I have received, read and agree to the TERMS & CONDITIONS on the backside of this form and the Liability Clause, Pricing Terms and Payment Terms outlined on this page. I understand that by signing this form, I will not dispute any credit card charges associated with this trip. I also understand that Corporate Travel Service highly recommends the purchase of travel insurance and that the cancellation terms and penalties cannot be waived for any reason. If I decline to purchase travel insurance, I understand that there is no monetary recourse for any flight cancellations or delays by the airlines and I agree to the cancellation terms and penalties.

Signature ____________________________________________________(Required to confirm reservation)

Signature of Parent or Guardian if Under 18__________________________________________________

Liability: Corporate Travel Service, Inc., its employees, shareholders, officers and directors (collectively “CTS”) does not own or operate any entity which is to or does provide goods or services for your trip, including, for example, lodging facilities, transportation companies, local ground operators, including, without limitation, various entities which may utilize the CTS name, guides, sightseeing companies, entertainment, food or drink service providers, equipment suppliers, etc. As a result, CTS is not responsible for any negligent or willful act or failure to act of any person or entity. In addition, CTS is not responsible for any negligent or willful act or failure to act of any person or entity it does not own or control, nor for any act or inaction of any other third party not under its control. Without limitations CTS is not liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, or incidental damage, injury, death, loss, accident, delay, inconvenience or irregularity of any kind which may be occasioned by reason of any act or omission beyond its control, including, without limitation any willful or negligent act, failure to act, breach of contract or violation of local law or regulation of any third party such as an airline, train, hotel, bus, taxi, van, local ground handler or guide, whether or not it uses the CTS name, financial default or insolvency of any supplier which is to, or does supply any goods or services for this trip. Similarly, CTS is not responsible for any loss, injury, death or inconvenience due to delay or changes in schedule, overbooking of accommodation, default of any third party, attacks by animals, injury or death while on activities sponsored by lodging facilities or by other third parties, sickness, the lack of appropriate medical care, evacuation to same, if necessary, weather, strikes, acts of God or government, acts of terrorism, or the threat thereof, force majeure, war, quarantine, epidemics, or the threat thereof, criminal activity, or any other cause beyond its control. Should Fr. Haydu and/or any other advertised participant be unable to participate in this event, every effort will be made to secure a substitute. Regardless of the participation of Fr. Haydu and/or any other advertised participant the pilgrimage tour will proceed as scheduled on the dates listed. By signing this form to participate in this pilgrimage tour, you agree that the terms of the cancellation penalty will be binding upon you regardless of whether Fr. Haydu and/or any other advertised participant, are able to participate. Corporate Travel Service will not be responsible for any loss incurred by traveler, including lost days of the scheduled tour, due to a cancelled flight or other means and modes of transportation. Please investigate purchasing travel insurance as recommended, to cover any type of loss associated with cancelled air or other transportation.

CANCELLATION INSURANCE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

For optimum insurance coverage, purchase travel insurance within 14 days of deposit.

Call Corporate Travel Service at 800-727-1999 ext 151

PLEASE MAIL PAYMENTS TO:Corporate Travel Service, Inc.,

23420 Ford Rd., Dearborn Heights, MI 48127 Phone: 800-727-1999 x 121 | Fax: 313-565-3621

Website: www.ctscentral.net

HOURS OF RESERVATIONSDEPARTMENT:Monday - Friday

9:00am – 5:00pm EST

* Trip pricing does not include airfare** Discount price

*PRICING TERMS: Prices stated are as of March 19, 2013 and could change prior to Final Invoicing due to new airline fuel surcharges, U.S. and International Government imposed fees, fluctuation in currency exchange rates, or failure to have a minimum of 200 paying passengers. Final price may be higher or lower and will be reflected on your Final Invoice issued by email 60 days prior to departure. Your price can not increase once you pay that Final Invoice (early final payment cannot be made.) Payment of the initial deposit for this trip indicates you have accepted these pricing terms and all terms specified in the Terms and Conditions.

The tour does not include:• Airfare, please see back page of this brochure for details • Airport transfers, see back page for details• Meals not specifically identified• Beverages with meals• Gratuities payable to escort, guides and drivers• Other personal expenses• Items not specifically mentioned above

Please rank hotels in order of your preference, specify either 1,2,3,4 or 5 (‘1’ being your first preference) adjacent to hotel names. Specify N/A adjacent to any hotel you do not want.

____Hotel Atlante Garden 4 star Standard $2,799** ($3,009)____Hotel Savoy 4 star Superior $3,149** ($3,359)____Hotel Parco dei Principi 5 star $3,549** ($3,759)____Hotel Boscolo Exedra 5 star $3,649** ($3,859)____Hotel St. Regis 5 star $3,849** ($4,059)

PRICING* + HOTEL CHOICE

Celebrating 30 Years of Patronage October 15-21, 2013

PRICING TERMS: These are outlined adjacent to the estimated selling price listed in this brochure.

PAYMENT TERMS: In order to meet deposit schedules with suppliers for this tour, Corporate Travel Service asks for prompt payment on the requested dates. Please see the reservation form for the payment schedule.

CANCELLATION POLICY: Forfeit $500 for cancellations between time of deposit and May 17, 2013. Forfeit $1750 for cancellation between May 17, 2013 and July 8, 2013. After July 8, 2013 there are no refunds. All cancellations must be received in writing. No exceptions can be granted to these terms since this is a special event.

CANCELLATION INSURANCE: Corporate Travel Service HIGHLY RECOMMENDS the purchase of travel insurance. In order to receive the optimum insurance coverage, purchase travel insurance within 14 days of deposit. Call Corporate Travel Service at 313-565-8888, ext. 151.

PASSPORT: A valid U.S. Passport is required of all passengers. Please apply for your passport immediately as passports may take a long time to process. Make sure to have it in your possession at all times while on tour. It must be valid for 6 months following the return date of the trip or boarding may be denied or entry into the destination may be forbidden. Please provide Corporate Travel Service with a copy of the inside page of your passport (showing your name and photo) at the time of reservation.

AIRFARE: Trans-Atlantic Airfare to Rome is not included in the price. This trip is offered land only. Corporate Travel’s retail agency will be happy to assist in arranging your flights. Please call 313-565-8888 ext 133 for Jan or ext 293 for Julie. It is important to schedule your flight to arrive at airport in Rome by 1:00 p.m. on October 16th. [Chapter Chairpersons arrive October 15]

AIRPORT TRANSFERS IN ROME: Not included in the package. Simply hire a taxi upon arrival and return. Estimated one way cost is 55 Euros.

HOTEL AVAILABILITY: Hotels listed are subject to availability at the time of receipt of your reservation form. A sell-out of all space is anticipated. If response to a particular hotel is limited it may be eliminated from the program even after your reservation is processed. You will be contacted if that occurs.

ROOMS: Tour prices are per person according to a room type: a “Single” room is one person in a room and a “Double” is two persons in one room. Triples are one double bed with two persons sharing the bed and one single bed. Triples are not always available and are discouraged because of cramped quarters. Suites are not available.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Unless otherwise notified, Corporate Travel Service will mail to you or your group leader a more detailed itinerary and General Information Sheet approximately 2 weeks or 10 days before departure.

ITINERARY: The Itinerary as presented in this brochure is tentative and represents what we are planning for you, however it is subject to confirmations from many organizations. Because of changes in local schedules, we may need to alter specified events, dates and/or venues to better fit the overall plan. The right is reserved to alter or cancel the itinerary, at Corporate Travel Service’s sole discretion, as it may deem necessary or advisable.

GRATUITIES: Gratuities for your escort, driver and guides are not included. In Europe it is customary to tip the escort (3) Euros and the driver two (2) Euros per person per day. The tip for the local guides is usually about one (1) Euro for half-day tours and two (2) Euros for full day tours

LUGGAGE: Baggage is at owner’s risk throughout the tour.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: Travelers must be medically and physically fit for this tour. This tour requires significant walking, as motor coaches are not permitted to pick up and drop off in front of major attractions. The tour is not wheelchair accessible. Any special medical conditions or equipment must be advised in writing, for evaluation of feasibility, at the time of making your reservation. Should any special assistance be required, traveler agrees to bring a companion capable and willing to assist traveler.

CHILDREN UNDER 18: Reduction of rates may be possible for infants/children in some circumstances - Contact Corporate Travel for more information. For a minor under the age of 18 to travel out of the United States without both parents or legal guardians, a notarized affidavit must be obtained and presented to immigration official upon departure and return to the United States. You may request a form from our office.

STATE DEPARTMENT & OTHER AGENCIES: From time to time the State Department (www.state.gov) and the Center for Disease Control (www.cdc.gov) and other government agencies and departments issue travel advisories or warnings for one or more of the destinations that you may be visiting on tour. We encourage you to contact these agencies directly to obtain the most current information. Corporate Travel Service cannot change the cancellation terms or conditions based on the issuance of any such warning or advisory or the occurrence of any terror, health or other incident in one or more of the places this tour is scheduled to visit. All cancellation penalties must remain in full force and effect as outlined on the reservation form.

PHOTOGRAPHY: Corporate Travel Service may take photographs or film of its trips and trip participants, and participant grants Corporate Travel Service express permission to do so and for Corporate Travel Service to use such for promotional or commercial use.

UNUSED SERVICES: There is no right to a refund for any unused services.

CHANGES: Changes in any of the terms and conditions can be made only in writing signed by an officer of Corporate Travel Service.

PARTICIPATION: Corporate Travel Service reserves the right to decline to accept or retain any participant on any of its tours if, in its sole discretion, it deems accepting or retaining any such participant as being detrimental to the tour. In the event any participant is removed from a trip, Corporate Travel Service’s only obligation is to refund to that person that portion of the payment allocable to unused services.

BINDING ARBITRATION: Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating in any way to these Terms and Conditions or any other information relating in any way to the trip, or to the trip itself, shall be settled solely and exclusively by binding arbitration in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, to the exclusion of litigation anywhere else in the world, in accordance with the commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association then existent. Substantive (but not procedural) Michigan law shall apply in any such arbitration. The arbitrator and not any federal, state, or local court or agency shall have exclusive authority to resolve any dispute relating to the interpretation, applicability, enforceability, conscionability, or formation of this contract. Including but not limited to any claim that all or any part of this contract is void or voidable.

Photo Credit: Pope Francis : by presidencia.gov.ar - Creative Commons Licence

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

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