TRAVEL WITH OTHER LUTHERANS TO HAWAII!

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Lutheran Hawaii Tour!

JOIN THE LUTHERAN SPECIAL DEPARTING OCTOBER

HOSTED BY PASTOR LEW CLEFISCH

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YOUR TOUR AT A GLANCE:

OAHU - 5 NIGHTS • Flower Lei Aloha Greeting • City Tour of Old and New Honolulu • Kawaiahao Church • Punchbowl Crater • Pearl Harbor and the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial	KAUAI- 3 NIGHTS • Wailua Riverboat Cruise
MAUI - 2 NIGHTS • Iao Valley Excursion • Old Whaling Capital of Lahaina • Kaanapali Resort Area	HAWAII - 1 NIGHT HILO AND 3 NIGHTS KONA • Black Sand Beach• Hawaii's Volcanoes National Park • Mauna Loa and Kilauea Volcanoes • Thurston's Lava Tube • Giant Fern Tree Forest • Famous Volcano House • Banyan Tree Drive • Rainbow Falls

YOUR TOUR HOST PASTOR LEW CLEFISCH AND HIS WIFE, LARREL!

This will be Pastor Lew's second Hawaii tour as host for YMT Vacations. There was such a wonderful turn out for the 2007 departure, we have decide to set it up again for this October. Pastor Lew really enjoyed the vacation and is looking forward to exploring the Hawaiian Islands again. You are invited to join other Lutherans from through out the United States and Canada on this well organized vacation!

A little about Pastor Lew; he has been a pastor since 1971, five of those years at Trinity Lutheran Church in Moorhead, Minnesota. He and his wife, Larrel, have traveled extensively. Trinity Lutheran has a popular senior adult program, which has an active travel group. Join Pastor Lew and other Lutherans from throughout North America for fellowship and fun. Friends and family are welcome: one need not be Lutheran to join the group. Devotions will be available some days on tour for those in the group who wish to participate.

FOR COMPLETE DETAILS CALL 1-800-736-7300

YOUR 15 DAY 4 ISLAND TOUR INCLUDES:

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS: Based on double accommodations

TO-YOUR-ROOM BAGGAGE HANDLING: Gratuities for baggage handling are included.

TRANSFERS: Airport to hotel for each inter-island flight

SIGHTSEEING: and special events as listed.

LOCAL TOUR GUIDES & DRIVERS: Professionally trained and accredited. They will provide you with a wealth of knowledge about their islands. Plus, their friendly service will make your trip a memorable experience!


	Day 1 - Fly to Hawaii (Oahu) Ohana Waikiki West - Waikiki When you choose to travel with YMT Vacations, you feel free to relax and enjoy yourself knowing that most of your vacation has been prearranged for you. Board your scheduled jet aircraft, sit back, relax, and before you know it, you are arriving in fabulous Waikiki. If YMT arranged your flights, you are met and warmly greeted with a beautiful flower lei and a gentle aloha kiss by your representative in Hawaii. He is a local islander who will escort you to your hotel and assist you throughout your stay. Five hotel nights in Waikiki.

	Day 2 - Oahu (Honolulu City Tour) Ohana Waikiki West - Waikiki The tropical paradise of Oahu is known as the "Gathering Island." During your stay on Oahu you'll be given a fully guided tour of Honolulu to acquaint you with the colorful history and tradition of Hawaii. As you motor along in comfort, you will see King Kamehameha's Statue, the Iolani Palace, Kawaiahao Church, and the Punchbowl Crater.

	Day 3 - Oahu - Pearl Harbor Tour - Ohana Waikiki West - Waikiki The highlight of your stay in Waikiki, however, may well be the Pearl Harbor Tour. You will relive history as you pay silent tribute to the heroic dead at the USS Arizona Memorial.

	Days 4 - 5: Oahu - Leisure days or Optional Tours - Ohana Waikiki West - Waikiki Relax on the beach of Waikiki, golf, or enjoy one of the many optional tours like a visit to the Polynesian Cultural Center, Circle Island Tour, and various night time dinner shows available through your local island escort.

	Days 6 - 8: Kauai - Kauai Beach Makaiwa During your stay on Kauai you'll experience nature at its best, with a cruise up the captivating and beautiful Wailua River. Make your way up the Wailua through the land of the "Menehunes (Hawaii's version of the Little People). Here you'll hear the timeless beauty of the Hawaiian Wedding Song performed for you in this exotic setting. The romance of the Islands will overwhelm you. Spend time on your own exploring the beauty of Kauai, or you can enjoy one of the many optional tours available through your local island escort. Three hotel nights on Kauai.

	Days 9-10: Maui - Maui Seaside Hotel It is said that Maui's where the god Maui once held the sun captive in a volcano crater. During your stay on Maui, you'll visit the Iao Valley where spectacular waterfalls and lush tropical foliage surround the amazing Iao Needle, a rock formation rising 2,000 feet from the valley floor. Then it's on to the village of Lahaina, the picturesque old whaling capital of the Pacific which looks today just as it did at the turn of the century . Here you'll gain an insight into the unique blending of New England and the South Seas as they were in the 1800s. A sightseeing highlight! There will be optional tours available

	Day 11 - Hilo - Hilo Seaside Hotel This is the tropical wonderland is known as the "Big Island." During your stay on the big island of Hawaii you'll split time between Hilo and Kona. Your first day will be spent in Hilo, the orchid growing center of Hawaii. You'll see the colorful Rainbow Falls and famous Banyan Tree Drive. One hotel night in Hilo, Hawaii.

	Days 12-14: Kona - Kona Seaside Hotel On your way to Kona, you'll see the Halemaumau Firepit, home of the legendary Fire Goddess, Pele, a breathtaking sight! - and continue on to the Kilauea Crater. You'll pass through the Giant Fern Tree Forest, and ascend the rugged countryside to Volcanoes National Park; Then on to see the famous Black Sand Beaches at Punaluu. There will be ample time to explore the sleepy little fishing village of Kailua-Kona from your hotel. Three hotel nights in Kailua-Kona.

	Day 15 - Depart for Home As you head for home, think of all the stories you want to tell your family and friends. You may begin planning your next YMT adventure.

FOR COMPLETE DETAILS CALL 1-800-736-7300

Experience the Splendor of Old Hawaii

HOTEL INFORMATION: All hotels have restaurants, swimming pools, air conditioning, laundry facilities, lanai, color cable television and mini refrigerator.

HOTELS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

Ohana Waikiki West

Discover the distinctive setting of Ohana Waikiki West, fully renovated in 2004, ideally located 2 blocks from Waikiki beach and across the street from the International Market Place in the heart of Waikiki. The guest rooms welcome you with a contemporary look, accented by pale green walls and coverlets of tropical foliage in soft hues. From the taro and monstera leaves interwoven throughout the carpet to the palm-patterned wall coverings in each guest bathroom, decorative touches reflect the true spirit and natural beauty of Hawaii at every turn. You’ll enjoy all of the necessary conveniences and guestroom features at this centrally-positioned hotel in the heart of Waikiki. The hotel is only a 10-minute walk to Kalakaua Avenue, and a 20-minute walk to Kapiolani Park, Honolulu Zoo, and Waikiki Aquarium. This popular hotel offers a slew of services, including an outdoor pool, a sundeck, guest Laundromat, exercise room, complimentary high-speed internet service and complimentary rides on the Waikiki Trolley’s Pink Line throughout Waikiki and to Ala Moana Shopping Center. Add a little spice to your meals at Chili's Grill & Bar, then kick up your heals with some terrific country-western music at Nashville Waikiki.

Resort Quest Kauai Beach at Makaiwa

Restored with a refreshing multi-million dollar renovation, with the Makaiwa surf break just offshore, the Resort Quest Kauai Beach at Makaiwa is situated on 10 beachfront acres, amid a coconut grove that dates back almost a century. With adventure to the left and enchantment to the right, the resort is centrally located on the island of Kauai. Enjoy a day at the beach, pool, or visit the Pua Day Spa to indulge in massages, body scrubs and wraps, manicures and pedicures. All rooms are richly dressed in distinct Polynesian designs and touches of dark tropical wood tones in furniture and shuttered doors that open to a private lanai (balcony). More than a resort, this is a destination that brings together the warmth and hospitality of Hawaii with its rich oceangoing history, ancestry and legends that is at the heart of the Hawaiian culture.

Maui Seaside Hotel

Romantic, exotic, bountiful and beautiful, Maui simply has it all. And The Maui Seaside Hotel, right on the ocean, is central to much of what Maui has to offer. Windsurfing, golfing, biking, hiking, Maui's largest shopping mall, entertainment and themed styled restaurants …on Maui you will create memories for a lifetime. From extreme play to relaxing and renewal – you'll discover your perfect Hawaii at The Maui Seaside Hotel. Nearby Attractions include Maui Ocean Center, Iao Valley, Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Wailuku Town, Hookipa Beach, Kahului Airport, Kihel, and much more!

Hilo Seaside Hotel

Discover the wild side of Hawaii! From volcanoes to waterfalls, The Hilo Seaside Hotel provides adventure in paradise. The hotel is located right on the Hilo Bay on historical Banyan Drive. Bask in warm Polynesian hospitality while enjoying the lush tropical gardens, paths and ponds of the hotel. Explore a charming mix of old and new in Hilo Town – or set off to Hawaii's Volcanoes National Park and the active Kilauea Volcano. Other near by attractions includes Akaka Falls, Orchid Farm, Hilo Town, Big Island Candies, Rainbow Falls, Hilo Airport, University of Hawaii-Hilo, and Edith Kanakaole Stadium. Your adventure begins at The Hilo Seaside Hotel.

Kona Seaside Hotel

This garden hotel, right on the ocean, sits on acres of lush lawns featuring native Hawaiian plantings, a sun deck overlooking the sea and two large swimming pools. The ideal combination of sun and warm sea breezes, Kona is considered to have the best weather on earth. From parasailing to dinner cruises, souvenir shops to active volcanoes, The Kona Seaside Hotel places you at the center of tropical paradise.

FOR COMPLETE DETAILS CALL 1-800-736-7300

TOUR RATES:

BASE RATE $999.00* Per Person Double Occupancy

(*Add $149 per person for taxes, services & government fees)

Plus $380.00 inter - island flights

TOTAL $1528.00 per person based on double occupancy

ALL PRICES IN U.S. FUNDS

Roundtrip add-on airfare is extra. Call for pricing.

Steps to Join Tour:

1) Reservations are confirmed only with a $100 per person non-refundable deposit taken on a first come first serve basis.

2) A second non-refundable deposit of $100 per person is required 120 days prior to departure.

3) Final payments will be due 90 days prior to departure.

FOR INFORMATION, RESERVATIONS, AND LETTER FROM PASTOR LEW CALL 7 DAYS A WEEK:

1-800-736-7300

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