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Napa Valley College

Trips & Tours Summer 2011

USS Potomac

Asparagus Festival

Sunset Magazine

Angel Island

California State Fair

USS Potomac

Santa Cruz Follies

Apple Hill

NEW Extended Educational

Trips and Tours starting on Page 10.

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Community Education

1088 College Avenue

St. Helena, California 94574

(707) 967-2900

(707) 967-2909 Fax

Dear Trips and Tours Participants,

We would like to take this opportunity to thank

each and everyone of you for your commitment to our

Community Education Trips and Tours program.

Due to your participation in our program we are able to

continue to offer our one-day trips and our

Extended Educational Trips.

More exciting changes are coming to our

Community Education program.

Be sure to watch for those soon!

Thank you again and Happy Summer !

All one-day trips will leave from the

Napa Riverpark Shopping Center,

rear lot, on Imola Avenue . Currently

there is construction but we do have

permission to park directly behind

the old Vallergas.

If anything changes we will notify you!

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TRIPS AND TOURS VOICEMAIL

TELEPHONE REGISTRATION DIRECTIONS

VOICEMAIL REGISTRATION HOURS: 24 HOURS/DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK

Step 1: Get Your information Ready You will need:

activity number of the trip(s) for which you wish to register

credit card # and expiration date

day and evening telephone number

current mailing address

date of birth The same information and names for other persons for whom you are registering. Step 2: Call the Registration Voicemail Line Dial (707) 253-3070 or 967-2900 When the automated attendant recording begins, press 1301 or 1302 Listen to instructions and have your list of information ready. Step: 3 After the message and tone, please speak into the phone and record the information outlined in step 1. You may bypass the message & go directly to record by pressing *

Mail-In Registration 1) Complete the enrollment form; 2) Attach a separate check for each trip you wish to

enroll in or fill in the credit card information; 3) Mail to the Napa Valley College Upper Valley Campus, 1088 College Avenue, St. Helena, CA 94574.

Fax-In Registration Please be sure to fax your fully completed enrollment form with credit card infor-

mation. The fax number is (707)-967-2909.

Walk-In Registration Walk-In Registration takes place at the Upper Valley Campus between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday-Thursday and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fridays.

Refund Information Checks will be returned and no credit card charges will be made if requested trips are already closed. Full refunds will be issued if a trip is canceled by the college. Refunds are granted only if the trip is filled and the reservation can be resold by the Community Education Office. If a refund is made, the college retains a $5 processing fee per person. A more substantial, non-refundable deposit may be requested on longer trips. Refer to each travel event for details or call us at (707) 967-2901 for more information. Refunds will be mailed to

the student whose name appears on the enrollment receipt regardless of who paid the fees.

Many trips are open to children as young as 5 years of age. Participants under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

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The Great Ice Bear Tour

Coming in Fall, 2012!

Travel with a very small group on this custom tour

Join us in the fall of 2012 as we travel to

Churchill, Manitoba, known as the Polar Bear

Capital of the World! You will be able to see

the huge, white, magnificent animals in their

natural habitat. Imagine the thrill you will

get when you see your first “wild” polar

bear. If this journey is on your “Bucket List”

stay tuned! More details to come….

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Stockton Asparagus Festival 4

Sunset Magazine Celebration 4

Angel Island State Park 5

California State Fair—Sacramento 6

USS Potomac 7

Santa Cruz Follies 8

Autumn in Apple Hill 9

Extended Educational Trips 10–18

Trip Information Night 11

Registration Information 19

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Refund Policy Checks will be returned and no credit card charges will be made if requested trips are already closed. Full refunds will be issued if a trip is cancelled by the college. Refunds are granted only if the trip is filled and the reservations can be resold by the Community Education Office. If a refund is made, the college retains a $5 processing fee. Refunds will be mailed to the student whose name appears on the enrollment receipt regardless of who paid the fees.

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Saturday, April 16

Stockton Asparagus Festival

The Stockton Asparagus Festival is a three-day, multi-event,

food, and entertainment festival, which celebrates asparagus.

The festival features two performing stages, an Asparagus

Alley with the best deep fried asparagus found anywhere, one

of the finest celebrity chef cooking demonstration kitchens, a

fabulous Spear-Its of the Valley wine and beer pavilion, a craft

show, 600 booths, displays and exhibits in the show.

Stockton’s waterfront and several city blocks will be the home

for the festival.

Registration # 61723

Leave: 9:30am

Return: 4:30pm

Cost: $45

Saturday, June 4

Sunset Magazine Celebration

Sunset will open its doors for the 14th annual Celebration

Weekend. Sunset fans will tour the gardens and test kitchen;

mingle with the magazine’s writers and editors; attend how-to

seminars on home, travel, food, and gardens; create projects

straight from the Magazine; and enjoy fine food, wine,

microbrew tastings, shopping and more!

Registration # 61725

Leave: 9:00 a.m.

Return: 3:30 p.m.

Cost: $53

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Country Roads of Tuscany

& Umbria

Coming in 2012!

Travel with just 24 passengers on this Explorations tour.

We’ll visit another side of Italy. Ex-

plore Tuscany and Umbria’s smaller,

more authentic towns. Journey to

Florence, the “Cradle of the Italian Re-

naissance.” Visit a family owned win-

ery for a tasting. Stop in Cortona, the

Etruscan town made famous in the

film "Under the Tuscan Sun." Travel to

Assisi and see the Basilica of St. Fran-

cis. All along the way savor regional

specialties and enjoy Italian wines with every dinner.

Spend 4 nights in a palace in the pristine Umbrian

town of Trevi. Another amazing 4-night stay in the UNA

Palazzo Mannaioni, a restored palace which dates to the

1500’s and sits within the village walls of Montaione. This

elegant hotel, once home to a wealthy family, provides the

perfect oasis from which to live and breathe Tuscany.

Participate in a cooking class in Umbria in a 16th cen-

tury farmhouse and learn to make some of the region’s

most delicious recipes. Learn the secrets of Tuscan cui-

sine. Sample local sausages and pecorino cheeses on a

guided walking tour of the quaint Umbrian town of Nor-

cia. Travel to Volterra and visit one of the most famous

Etruscan museums in Italy, the Guarnacci Museum.

Per Person Rates: To be determined soon!

Included in Price: 11 Days ● 16 Meals

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Sunny Portugal

February 10 - 20, 2012

Discover the narrow cobblestone streets and soft sand

beaches in chic Estoril with a 4-night stay on “The Portu-

guese Riviera.” Enjoy an en-

tertaining evening featuring

Portuguese cuisine, wine and

the moving sounds of Fado.

Enjoy time on Portugal’s

beautiful “Silver Coast,” dot-

ted with charming villages,

magical castles and mile after

mile of pastoral scenery. En-

joy a city tour of Lisbon, a

thriving and diverse city rich

in maritime history and capti-

vating architecture. Spend

three nights in the Algarve,

the sunny coast that has been

attracting travelers sine the Phoenicians.

Highlights...Estoril, Sintra, Cascais, Fado Dinner

Show, Obidos, Nazare, Fatima, Lisbon, Jeronimo’s Mon-

asteery, Evora, Algarve, Cape St Vincente, Largos

Per Person Rates: Double $2,959; Single $3,259

Included in Price: 11 Days, 15 meals, 9 breakfasts, 6

dinners; Cancellation Waiver and Insurance, Air Taxes

and Fees/Surcharges (subject to increase until paid in

full,) Hotel Transfers, Round Trip Air from San Francis-

co Intl Airport, Napa - airport transfers.

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Tuesday, June 28Tuesday, June 28Tuesday, June 28

Angel Island State Park

Angel Island played a major role in the settlement of the West

and as an US Immigration Station. Trails and roads crisscross

the island, providing easy access to historic sites and

breathtaking views of San Francisco, Marin County and

the Golden Gate Bridge.

Our trip today will take us to the quaint town of Tiburon where

we will board the Angel Island Ferry for a short 10 minute trip

to the island. We are scheduled for a one and a half hour

narrated tram tour with plenty of great photo opportunities.

Our tour will include a 15 minute stop at the Immigration

Station as we step back in history and learn of the immigrants

who passed through this famous facility. Once we arrive back

at Ayala Cove, lunch will be served on the Harbor Deck as we

take in the stunning views. The Mt. Tam Menu consists of

Sourdough Ciabatta Turkey Sandwiches, Perles Beach Potato

Salad, Seasonal Fruit Selections and Oatmeal Raisin Cookies.

After lunch there will be plenty of time to relax and enjoy the

visitor’s center before we catch the ferry back to the mainland.

Registration # 61919

Leave: 9:30am

Return: 5:00pm

Cost: $ 90 (lunch, tram ride & ferry included)

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Wednesday, July 20Wednesday, July 20Wednesday, July 20

California State Fair

Cal Expo—Sacramento

Since 1854, the State Fair has hosted unique and world-

renowned competitions showcasing a variety of industries

such as fine arts, cuisine, agriculture, technology and more.

The wide selection of attractions represent the international

diversity of the Golden State. Each year Californians come

from every corner of the State to celebrate the Best of

the West!

This is your opportunity to participate in a fun-filled day at

the California State Fair. You can indulge in good eats,

interesting exhibits, fascinating attractions, horse racing,

exhilarating rides and much, much more! Once we arrive at

the fair you are on your own to have as much fun as you can!

Be sure to take a ride on the monorail as it glides around the

entire fairgrounds. There is so much to see and do….you

won’t want to get back on the bus!

Registration # 61920

Leave: 10:45am

Return: 4:45pm

Cost: $49 (includes entrance to fair)

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Cruise the Bays and Railways

of New England

October 9 - 18, 2011

Behold the beautiful bays and travel the historic rail-

ways of spectacular New England! From mouth-

watering seafood to breathtaking views and charming

towns, this trip showcases the very best of this coastal

region. Climb aboard New England’s scenic railways and

view Mount

Washington,

Vermont’s

countryside

and the Con-

necticut River.

Cruise the

shore lines of

Little and

Great Dia-

mond Islands

and Newport.

Highlights...Boston ● Lobster Dinner ● Casco Bay

● Crawford Notch Mount Washington Cog Railway

● Green Mountain Flyer Train ● Hildene House ● Fox-

woods Resort Casino ● Essex Steam Train & Riverboat

● Newport

Per Person Rates: Double $3,129; Single $3,979

Included in Price: 10 Days, 15 meals; Cancellation

Waiver and Insurance, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges

(subject to increase until paid in full,) Hotel Transfers,

Round Trip Air from San Francisco Intl Airport, Napa -

airport transfers.

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The Outback to the Glaciers

August 11 - September 1, 2011

The origins of the Aboriginal

people are conveyed through

enchanting stories as we

walk through the bush on a

'Dreamtime Tour.' A 3-day

adventure in the rugged

Outback introduces us to

the Aboriginal life and cul-

ture of Alice Springs and

Ayers Rock. Discover the

underwater rainbow of coral

and fish when we explore the Great Barrier Reef from

aboard a glass bottom boat. Experience the refined Eng-

lish flavor of the Canterbury region when we dine in a re-

stored mansion. Take a guided tour of the Sydney Opera

House. Meet Australia's famous wildlife up-close. Explore

the snow-capped peaks, vistas, gorges and waterfalls of

New Zealand's Southern Alps. Cruise Milford Sound. Ex-

perience the Franz Josef Glacier and majestic Mt. Cook

regions. We end our adventure with two glorious nights to

relax in Fiji!

Highlights...Melbourne, Alice Springs, Ayers Rock,

Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney, Christchurch, Franz

Josef Glacier Region, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Mt.

Cook National Park, Fiji

Per Person Rates: Double $6,525,; Single $8,024

Included in Price: 22 Days ● 28 Meals; Cancellation

Waiver and Insurance, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges

(subject to increase until paid in full.) Hotel Transfers,

Round Trip Air from San Francisco Intl Airport, Napa-

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Saturday, August 13Saturday, August 13Saturday, August 13

USS Potomac—F.D.R.’s Floating White House

Welcome aboard the ―Floating White House‖ - Franklin Delano

Roosevelt’s Presidential Yacht. This 165-foot-long vessel is

operated as a memorial to F.D.R. who led the United States

during the Great Depression and the World War II years. Join

us aboard this National Historic Landmark for a delightful day

on the San Francisco Bay.

Our ―cruise‖ will leave from Oakland’s waterfront jewel, Jack

London Square. The tour will start with a 15-minute video in

the Visitor Center before we board the USS Potomac for the

two-hour narrated cruise. Emphasis will be placed on the

effect FDR had on the Bay Area as we enjoy the beauty of the

bay and surrounding landmarks. Upon our return to Jack

London Square, you are free to discover the endless

opportunities that are offered here. Enjoy expansive lawns,

picturesque piers and sun-drenched walking paths. There is

abundant shopping at the square that include some of

Oakland’s best unique shops and local boutiques. You are

sure to find a perfect spot for lunch at one of the many

restaurants, cafes and bistros offered here.

Registration # 61921

Leave: 8:30am

Return: 5:00pm

Cost: $88 (lunch not included)

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Thursday, September 15Thursday, September 15Thursday, September 15

2011 Santa Cruz Follies Presents ~

DANCIN’ DOWN BROADWAY

...featuring music from Irving Berlin to the Broadway songs of

Director, Stephen Sondheim and Choreographer, Bari Miller.

We will start the day with a delicious brunch at the Crow’s

Nest Restaurant, located on the waterfront in beautiful

Santa Cruz. After gazing at the views of the blue Pacific

Ocean we will re-board our bus and travel to the Santa Cruz

Follies production of ―Dancin’ Down Broadway! The Senior

Citizens Opportunity of Santa Cruz has been producing this

wonderful musical variety show for over fifty years. It started

as a simple vaudeville show and today is an exciting

production with amazing numbers and brilliant lighting

effects! This will be a lively day you won’t want to miss!

Registration # 61922

Leave: 8:00am (show is 1pm-3pm)

Return: 6:00 pm

Cost: $98 (includes lunch)

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Northern National Parks

July 29 - August 5, 2011

Travel through some of Ameri-

ca’s most spectacular natural

treasures; the national parks of

Utah, Wyoming and Idaho. Our

tour begins in Salt Lake City.

From there we go to Jackson,

Wyoming. Marvel at the un-

spoiled beauty of Yellowstone

National Park and see the world-

famous Old Faithful geyser

erupt! Enjoy the stunning beau-

ty of the incredible peeks of the Grand Tetons. Enjoy a

relaxing 4-night stay in Jackson, Wyoming.

Highlights...Salt Lake City ● Jackson Hole ● Oregon

Trail Museum ● Yellowstone National Park ● Old Faith-

ful ● Grand Teton National Park

Per Person Rates: Double $2,129; Single $2,579

Included in Price: 8 Days ● 11 Meals

For detailed brochures on any

of these Extended Trips, call

Napa Valley College

Community Education Office, 967-2940

We’d be happy to mail

them to you.

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Israel and Jordan

May 24 - June 5, 2011

Spectacular Roman ruins overlooking the Mediterranean

… posh resorts on legendary healing waters… swaying

palms and sites sacred to billions of people around the

world… this can only be Israel. Explore the caves where

the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered and the former pa-

latial fortress of Masada. Visit the ruins of Jericho and

the Mt. of Beatitudes. Walk in the footsteps of Jesus in

Bethlehem, Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee. Visit the

wonders of ancient Petra, a city carved by the Nabatae-

ans out of solid rock. A visit to Petra is one of the true

highlights of any tour to the Middle East. For hundreds

of years, Petra was forgotten until it was rediscovered in

1812. The entire city is carved into the sides of a deep

gorge, which is entered on foot or by horse- drawn car-

riages.

Highlights...Tel Aviv, Jaffa, Caesarea, Tiberias, Sea of

Galilee, Nazareth, Jericho, Dead Sea, Masada, Qumran,

Jerusalem, Wailing Wall, Bethlehem, Church of the Na-

tivity, Mount of Olives, Mt. Zion

Per Person Rates: Double $4,999; Single $5,999

Included in Price: 13 Days ● 21 Meals

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Wednesday, October 5Wednesday, October 5Wednesday, October 5

Autumn at Apple Hill

Join us for a very a special festival in El Dorado County this

October. The apple growers invite the public to experience

their ranches during this magical time of year and to enjoy

the bountiful harvest and beautiful scenery.

Once we arrive at ―Apple Hill‖ we will enjoy a light snack at

High Hill Ranch before our loop tour of the area begins. Our

tour guide will accompany us as we sightsee around Apple

Hill. Our outing will include stops at the local arts and craft

shops and fresh fruit stands where you will be tempted with

home-made pies, cakes and apple cider. On our return to

High Hill Ranch we will be treated to a Bar-B-Que chicken

lunch topped off with apple pie and ice cream. There will be

plenty of time to explore the ranch and make purchases.

Watch the crafters, buy fresh fruit, jam & jellies or finish the

day with a stop at the fudge shop before heading home.

What better way to enjoy an autumn day!

Registration # 61923

Leave: 8:00am

Return: 4:30pm

Cost: $70 (includes lunch)

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What do the national parks of Utah, Wyoming and Idaho, the spectacular Roman ruins of Israel, and a three-day adventure in the rugged Out-back of Australia have in common? They’re all waiting to be discovered on a Napa Valley Col-lege trip!

Our travel partner, Collette Vacations, has 92 years of experience in the travel industry and a reputation for outstanding quality and customer service. There’s no need to hesitate...Collette’s unique cancellation waiver allows you to cancel at ANY time, for ANY reason until the day of departure.

Trip prices for Extended Trips include:

Many meals

Round-trip airfare and Airport transportation

Air taxes and any fee surcharges

Hotel transfers

First-class hotel accommodations

Motor coach transportation throughout

Admission to all attractions mentioned as “included”

Porterage of your suitcase

Professional tour director

trip cancellation and medical insurance

Extended Educational Trips

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Join us at our

Trip Information Night!

2-3 pm on the Napa Campus

Room 838

Thursday, June 2

Learn details about our current

offerings and

be the first to hear

about

future trip destinations!

r.s.v.p. please, 967-2940