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Trafalgar releases its 2016-17 Autumn, Winter and Spring brochure and limited-time air offer

ANAHEIM, CALIF. (May 4, 2016) – Trafalgar has unveiled its 2016-17 Autumn, Winter and Spring (AWS) brochure with a compelling financial benefit for both agents and clients. The portfolio of 33 trips in Europe, Britain and Eastern Mediterranean features six different travel styles. This includes three City Explorer and three CostSaver trips, plus top-selling new 2016 destination, Iceland; all available off-peak for the first time due to high demand.

“We’re seeing a trend of shorter book-to-travel windows, so agents should focus on selling fall vacations first through the end of the summer,” said Paul Wiseman, president of Trafalgar USA. “Peak booking for winter escapes, including our popular Christmas Markets and other holiday features, starts in September, and those seeking a spring escape typically do so after the holidays.

This booking pattern and our depth of seasonal AWS product can increase agent commissions year-round. It’s a message of off-peak ease at up to 40 percent less than summer travel prices.* In fact, our number-one  Best of Italy offers savings up to $1,125 per person on AWS versus summer departures.** More money in your wallet and less crowds is a powerful combination to sell.”

Iceland saw the best first-year sales in recent company history, prompting launch of an AWS itinerary over the best time to see the sought-after Northern Lights: Northern Lights of Iceland including the Blue Lagoon.  Clients can bathe in the world-famous geothermal spa and get exclusive after-hours access to the Viking World Museum with special Be My Guest experience. This six-day trip starts at $1,688 per person.†

New, fast-growing City Explorers are meeting demand for a fully-guided, one-week immersion in each London, Rome and Paris. Embrace the Queen’s 90th birthday year and get the royal treatment by discovering foodie favorites such as Borough Market, afternoon tea in the gardens at Kensington Palace and dining at Gordon Ramsay restaurant on the 8-day London Explorer priced from $1,919.† Indulge in a feast for the senses with a cooking class with a Parisian chef, tour of Ernest Hemingway’s Paris and the insider secrets of where real fashionistas shop on the 8-day Paris Explorer priced from $1,619.† Or experience the eternal city of Rome with exclusive access to the Vatican before it opens to the public, see life through the eyes of a local with a trip to Campo di Fiori market, then cook up a seasonal feast at a nearby restaurant on the 8-day Rome Explorer priced from $1,549.†

For travelers looking for the vacation they never knew they could afford, CostSaver operated by Trafalgar offers three off-peak trips this year, including the new 8-day Britain and Ireland Delight priced from just $127 per person, per day. Get all the iconic sights, three or four star hotels, many meals, and transportation for an unbeatable experience representing CostSaver’s promise of value travel without compromise.

Potential AWS clients include those wanting unique seasonal experiences, in particular repeat travelers who have enjoyed Trafalgar’s Insider Experiences and want in-depth travel. Others include value-seekers who will save compared to summer prices, those looking for a break in the weather, families with holiday vacation time together and crowd-averse travelers who prefer quieter times.

Save up to seven and a half percent across Trafalgar’s 2016-17 AWS brochure with Early Payment Discounts of $494 per couple when booked and paid in full before August 25, 2016.^ Clients can also receive up to $175 off per person on airfare with British Airways or American Airlines for summer, fall, holiday or spring travel when booked through June 10, 2016.^^ Past guest discounts of 5% per person (land only) are also available for travelers who have previously traveled with The Travel Corporation (TTC) family of brands.‡ Additional discounts are available for groups, young and solo travelers.

There is no better way for agents to instill confidence in travel than with the leading guided vacations company who is with their clients every step of the way. Agents can easily reinforce this with Trafalgar’s 97 percent satisfaction rating from over 13,000 real, unedited and independently-verified reviews posted live on Trafalgar.com.

To book online or download easy-to-use supporting collateral, visit www.trafalgar.com/agents or call the Contact Center at 800-854-0103

About Trafalgar
With almost 70 years of expertise, every Trafalgar trip is infused with the best moments like exclusive Insider Experiences, VIP treatment and relaxing free time. Committed to doing everything to give guests the best vacation, that means they are guaranteed the best memories. Trafalgar is a member of the family-owned The Travel Corporation (TTC), renowned and trusted for its outstanding quality, service, value, reliability and financial stability.

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About CostSaver operated by Trafalgar
CostSaver tours are operated by Trafalgar, the industry leader. Trafalgar’s 70 years of guided travel expertise means that CostSaver has the knowledge and buying power to give guests all the inclusions they would expect on a quality European tour at an unbeatable price.

About The TreadRight Foundation
Trafalgar is a proud supporter of the TreadRight Foundation. Created as a joint initiative between TTC’s family of brands, the TreadRight Foundation is a not-for-profit working to ensure the environment and communities we visit remain vibrant for generations to come. To date, TreadRight has helped support more than 35 sustainable tourism projects worldwide. The foundation’s guiding principle is to encourage sustainable tourism development through conservation, leadership and support for communities.

TreadRight’s past project partners include World Wildlife Fund, Conservation International and The National Trust in the UK. Current initiatives include sponsoring the National Geographic Society’s inaugural “World Legacy Awards,” helping to combat wildlife crime with WildAid, and empowering individuals with the Alliance for Artisan Enterprise.

To learn more about our past and current work at TreadRight, please visit us at treadright.org.

Terms & Conditions:

 *40% savings based on Best of Greece departing 01/06/2017 versus. Best of Greece departing 05/02/2016. **Savings based on Best of Italy based on 01/14/2017 departure versus 09/02/2016 departure dates as published in the respective Trafalgar brochures. †Prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy, subject to availability and may be withdrawn without notice. ^Save up to $494 per couple with 7.5% Early Payment Discount (EPD) (land only) on new 2016/17 Autumn, Winter & Spring vacations when booked and paid in full by 08/25/2015. Sample savings based on European Whirl departing 12/21/2016. ^^Save up to $250 per person on new air-inclusive Europe bookings made and deposited between 05/03/2016 and 06/10/2016. Valid on American Airlines and British Airways; select class of service only; not valid on premium economy. Savings vary based on departure date: $100 per person, 10/27/2016 – 12/12/2016 and 12/24/2016 – 03/17/2017; $175 per person, 08/25/2016 – 10/26/2016, 12/13/2016 – 12/23/2016 and 03/25/2017 – 03/31/2017. Savings vary by itinerary, are not valid on all vacations/departure dates and are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Not valid with other promotional offers; may be combined with most brochure discounts. Other conditions apply. ‡5% Past Guest Discount is valid on the land-only portion only; valid for Trafalgar and TTC sister company past travelers. Other conditions may apply. CST #2077132-20