Clipper Excursions and Gray Line of Seattle have joined together to create a memorable winter day in “Bavaria” on January 14, 2006.

Passengers will travel to Leavenworth, by motorcoach, through the breathtaking snowy mountains and arrive in plenty of time to enjoy a fun day of festivities. En route, a continental breakfast basket will be provided, and passengers can also bring their own snacks.

The Leavenworth Bavarian Ice Festival celebrates winter with a fun and memorable day in this unique village. Contests and activities happening in the town square are appropriate to the season, and entertaining for the whole family; ice sculptures, ice cube hunt, frisbee sweeps, snowshoe races and dog sled rides. Other events include the NW Regional Dog Sled Pulling Competition and the “Great Leavenworth Smooshing Race”.

Tickets are $44.00 per adult and $34.00 per child (ages 2-11) including tax. Several motorcoach pick up points are available within the Seattle-area.

For more information or to make a reservation, please call 206-448-5000 or 800-888-2535 from outside the Seattle area or visit www.clippervacations.com.

Each December, the infamous Butchart Gardens delights its visitors with a spectacular display of lights, decorations, music and an unending display of Poinsettias. Ever popular toy soldiers point the way to the sunken gardens, and fountains of lights. Spend time exploring the acres of illuminated gardens that make Butchart Gardens a holiday tradition.

This 2-day/1-night package is available Dec. 1-30, 2005 and includes roundtrip transportation aboard the Victoria Clipper, champagne continental breakfast onboard, one night’s accommodations in Victoria, and admission with transfer to the Butchart Gardens Holiday Lights, taxes, transfers and luggage handling.

With two full days in Victoria, there will also be plenty of time for exploring the city, doing some holiday shopping, visiting the Royal BC Museum or having traditional British Afternoon Tea at the famous Fairmont Empress Hotel.

For more information or to make a reservation, please call 206-448-5000 or 800-888-2535 from outside the Seattle area or visit www.clippervacations.com.

Clipper Vacations if offering some value season packages, many available through the month of April. Victoria and Vancouver, BC offer a multitude of things to do for anyone looking for a winter weekend getaway.

Travel to Victoria aboard the Victoria Clipper. Visit the Royal BC Museum’s Linda McCartney exhibit, stroll around the Inner Harbour, shop in some of the many unique stores, enjoy a spa treatment or two, golf, rent a bicycle, dine on fresh seafood, or just relax. Victoria offers something for everyone. Overnight packages start as low as $95 per person, based on double occupancy and including round trip on Clipper, one night stay, breakfast, luggage handling, transfers and taxes.

Packages booked at numerous Victoria hotels include great deals and added values. When staying at the Hotel Grand Pacific, receive two for one breakfast buffet coupons to enjoy during your visit, at the Fairmont Empress receive a “secret season” coupon booklet with offers on local attractions, shopping and more, at Chateau Victoria receive a free appetizer, and at the Delta Ocean Pointe Resort receive a free room upgrade.

A visit to Vancouver via Amtrak Cascades provides an international travel experience close to home. Anytime is a good time to explore the city, especially with great winter rates through January. Enjoy our accommodation package at the 4 Diamond Fairmont Hotel Vancouver from only $113 per person, based on double occupancy including round trip on Amtrak Cascades, depot / hotel transfers, one night stay, and all taxes.

For more information or to make a reservation, please call 206-448-5000 or 800-888-2535 from outside the Seattle area or visit www.clippervacations.com.

Clipper Navigation, Inc., operators of Victoria Clipper and Clipper Vacations, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Kathryn Waldeck to the position of Account Manager for the group sales department.

A 2004 graduate of the University of Florida and former Princess Cruises and Tours employee, Kathryn joined the Clipper team last February as a reservation agent. With this move into our marketing and sales department, Kathryn becomes one of three Account Managers working to increase sales of not only our ferry service between Seattle and Victoria, BC, but the complete range of products and services that fall under the Clipper Navigation, Inc. umbrella.

We look forward to her continued contributions to our team in this new capacity.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Janis Smith
Clipper Vacations
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
206.443.2560

Be a part of Leavenworth’s Annual Town and Tree Lighting Festival on Saturday, December 3 rd, 10 th, or 17 th. Each year, visitors to this Bavarian Village eagerly await the magical transformation from darkness to a magical wonderland of lights.

Food booths and the aroma of roasting chestnuts fill the air, while holiday music creates a festive atmosphere for all. The plentiful and unique shops are open for holiday shopping, or take time to visit with St. Nick and Father Christmas as they stroll down the decorated streets. At dusk, everyone gathers to sing “Silent Night” and witnesses the dramatic lighting of the entire village.

Clipper Vacations and Gray Line of Seattle are providing an opportunity for everyone to be a part of this event. Travel will be via deluxe motor coach, allowing you to sit back, relax and enjoy a complimentary breakfast and breathtaking scenery en route. The cost is $45 for adults and $35 for children 2 – 11 (including tax).

Motor coaches will pick-up at several area locations and will arrive in Leavenworth at approximately 11:00am. Coaches will depart Leavenworth following the lighting ceremony, arriving back in Seattle about 8:30pm.

For more information or to make a reservation, please call 206-448-5000 or 800-888-2535 from outside the Seattle area or visit www.clippervacations.com.

The Space Needle’s New Year’s Eve fireworks tradition promises to be a spectacular show again this year, and Victoria Clipper is selling some of the best seats in town.

Victoria Clipper’s 2-hour New Year’s Eve Party Cruise around Elliott Bay features a DJ, as well as party favors, scrumptious desserts, and a champagne toast at midnight. On Saturday December 31, the Victoria Clipper III sets sail from Pier 69 at 10:30 p.m. and returns at 12:30 a.m. on January 1, 2006 after the pyrotechnic show from the Space Needle. The price is $42.00 per person.

For more information or to make a reservation, please call 206-448-5000 or 800-888-2535 from outside the Seattle area or visit www.clippervacations.com.

On Sat. 3 December, board the Victoria Clipper III and depart downtown Seattle for the quaint town of Poulsbo, enjoying festive treats and music en route. Once ashore, shop the holiday bazaar, or forget about your low carb diet and fill your tummy at the Norwegian Smorgasbord & Bake Sale.

That evening you will enjoy Christmas Carols by the Sons of Norway Vestre Sund Men’s Choir 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. followed by the arrival of the Lucia Bride escorted by The Vikings, and the annual Yule Log Lighting at 5:30 p.m. Be on your best behavior as Father Christmas will also be there keeping track of who is naughty and who is nice .

For more information or to make a reservation, please call 206-448-5000 or 800-888-2535 from outside the Seattle area or visit www.clippervacations.com.

Effective immediately, Victoria Clipper will have flu shots available for their passengers. This service costs $105 per adult and $35 for children under 12 and includes round-trip transportation to Victoria and a flu vaccine. The vaccine will be given to Victoria Clipper passengers at the Belleville Terminal once the passenger has been cleared by Canada Border Services Agency. The passengers are then free to enjoy Victoria.

This program will be available Monday through Thursday, October 31 through November 17, 2005. Flu shots will also be available for $35 for those passengers who have already booked their transportation or overnight package. The Victoria Clipper departs Seattle at 8 a.m. each day and departs from Victoria at 5 p.m. each evening.

For more information or to make a reservation, please call 206-448-5000 or 800-888-2535 from outside the Seattle area or www.clippervacations.com.

Clipper Festivals and Events have created a memorable trip to Olympic Cellars Winery on Saturday, September 17, 2005.

Travel via deluxe motor coach to the Olympic Cellars Winery near Sequim, Washington.  This North Olympic Peninsula winery hosts the annual Grape Stomp.  Get creative and try to win the best Classic Harvest Costume!  Got a good throwing arm?  Then give it a shot with the Grape Toss contest.  And, of course, you can try your hand, or rather "foot," in the grape stomping vat.  Grab a partner and don't forget a towel and some old shoes for the stomp.  Or just be a spectator in this crazy competition. 

Throughout all the fun, there are yummy things to eat, an outdoor market will showcase a variety of products and, naturally, wine tasting will be ongoing all afternoon.  Space is limited so sign up early! Tickets are $69.00 per adult.

For more information or to make a reservation, please call 206-448-5000 or 800-888-2535 or visit www.clippervacations.com.

Beer, Bratwurst and Polka enthusiasts will enjoy a day trip to Leavenworth’s Annual Oktoberfest. Clipper Vacations and Pacific Northwest Coaches have joined together to create a memorable day in “Bavaria”.

The fall foliage will provide a breathtaking trip through the mountain passes. Also en route, a breakfast basket will be provided, and passengers can bring their own snacks. The motorcoaches will leave from several Seattle-area locations, and travel to Leavenworth, WA, arriving in plenty of time for the opening ceremonies and all of the festivities.

The annual Oktoberfest Parade, at noon, features many performers; traditional Schuhplattler and folk dances, horses and wagons, the official Leavenworth Bierwagen and many members of the Projekt Bayern, as well as local residents dressed in traditional clothing. There is also a Bier Garten and FestHalle with food, beverages and entertainment. Additionally, there will be plenty of time for independent shopping and lunch.

Admission to the Bier Garten and FestHalle is included with the motorcoach tour ticket. Tickets are $52.00 per person. After spending the day in Bavaria, motorcoaches will depart from Leavenworth at 5:00pm.

Reservations are available by calling 206-448-5000, 800-888-2535, or online at www.clippervacations.com.

Experience Washington’s apples unlike ever before, on Clipper’s Festival and Events trip to Wenatchee on September 24, 2005.

Passengers will travel to Wenatchee, by motorcoach, to explore Washington apple country. A special regional guide will join your group to explain the art of apple harvesting.

This tour includes exclusive entrance to an organic orchard where you can pick your very own tree-ripened fruit. There are over 100 different varieties rotating through each harvest. Taste the thrill of fruit making its way through the cider mill while bottling premium Lady Blush Cider. This tour features a lunch with our Apple Country Chef featuring local Washington grown cuisine inspired menu items, fresh fruits and herbs. Enjoy coffee, fresh hot apple pie a-la-mode, fresh cider or cool ice cream before heading back after your adventure in Wenatchee.

Tickets are $84.00 per adult and $74.00 per child (ages 2-11).

For more information or to make a reservation, please call 206-448-5000 or 800-888-2535 from outside the Seattle area or visit www.clippervacations.com.

Clipper Navigation is pleased to announce that Orca Whales have been sighted on every trip since the summer season began June 1.

The Victoria Clipper III departs from Seattle every morning at 7:45 am and the Orca Song departs the Everett Village Marina every morning at 8:00 am. Both vessels head north through Deception Pass, then on to the prime whale sighting areas. Through a membership in the Whale Watch Association, the captains are able to speak with other vessel captains to identify the specific locations of the whale pods for that date.

A trained naturalist provides a full narration, and identifies and educates the passengers about the whales and other wildlife and points of interest. It is recommended that passengers bring cameras and binoculars, but some binoculars are available for rent on board.

The adult summer fare for the whale watching trip, from either Seattle or Everett, is $80. Children under 12 ride free. Fares reduce to $50 on September 6. Overnight packages are available. Reservations are required one day in advance and can be made by calling 800-888-2535, or on line a t www.clippervacations.com.

Clipper Vacations is offering a special day trip to Victoria, including round trip fare on the Victoria Clipper, and a Butchart Gardens and City tour. This all inclusive day sells for $145 for adults and $69 for children under 12, and is available Monday through Friday until September 18, 2005. Reservations are required at least one day in advance.

The double-decker tour bus will meet Clipper’s arrival and whisk you away on the tour. Upon arriving back into Victoria in the afternoon, there will be time for shopping, tea, the Royal BC Museum or other Inner Harbour activities before boarding the Clipper for a 7:00 pm departure. Timing is perfect to enjoy the sunset over the Olympics en route back to Seattle.

No passport? No problem. To travel to Canada via Clipper, you must have current government issued photo ID or a Passport. Passports are preferred, but not required. Different documents may be required for non-US citizens.

The Victoria Clipper departs each morning from Pier 69 in downtown Seattle.

For more information or reservations, call 800-888-2535 or book online at www.clippervacations.com.

Clipper Navigation, Inc., operators of Victoria Clipper and Clipper Vacations, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Laura Henigson to the position of Account Manager for the group sales department.

A 2004 Graduate of Gonzaga University, Laura joined the Clipper team last September as manager of our Getaways program. With this lateral move within our marketing and sales department, Laura becomes one of three Account Managers working to increase sales of not only our ferry service between Seattle and Victoria, BC, but the complete range of products and services that fall under the Clipper Navigation, Inc. umbrella.

We look forward to her continued contributions to our team in this new capacity.

Clipper Navigation, Inc, operators of the Victoria Clipper service between Seattle and Victoria , BC , is pleased to announce that on June 20 th, Bill Holland joined the Clipper team in the Web Services department.

Bill graduated from University of Washington in 2005 and brings with him seven years of experience in planning, designing and developing web applications, including starting up his own web design firm back in 1998.

Bill comes to us with a track record of developing functional, dynamic, user-friendly websites and we are fortunate to have Bill’s talents as part of the Clipper team.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Janis Smith
Clipper Vacations
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
206.443.2560

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