2015 TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES TRAVEL WITH A PURPOSE! EXPLORE THE WORLD WITH EXPERIENCE! ANYWHERE IS POSSIBLE! THE JOURNEY BEGINS NOW……… www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com 270-982-8300 [email protected] Dear Traveling Friends, Wow! I believe 2014 was one of the busiest years of my life! I always comment it’s easy to stay busy but tough to be productive. Last year I started Koinonia Charters with the purchase of a Van Hool Touring Coach. I have been discovering the adventures of being a motor-coach owner and working with the state and federal governments. Fun! Fun! Fun! Beginning this year, Koinonia Travels and Tours will be located at 200 North Miles in Elizabethtown, KY. This is also the location of the new Tender Touch Assisted Living complex. My new office is on first floor. It is more accessible for travelers with plenty of parking. All of our trips will depart from this address. The best part of 2014 was making new friends with some really awesome folks! The 2015 itineraries are exciting and literally span the globe. They have been designed to provide incredible experiences with lifelong memories. Our passion is to help people see and experience God’s great big beautiful world and show all that it has to offer! I believe the journey is as important as the destination and that’s why we plan unique activities and events for every tour. You will experience fantastic scenery, visit popular attractions, sample the local cuisine, mingle with the local people, make new friends, learn about the history and culture of the places you visit, while staying in first class accommodations and traveling in different modes of deluxe transportation. We will venture off the beaten path to find those hidden treasures to make the trip more exciting and enjoyable for the traveler. You will have opportunities to laugh, shout, sing, maybe cry and even dance. Maybe I should say be involved in some creative movement. We believe group travel has more of a purpose than just traveling. We believe it enriches lives, inspires people, encourages, motivates, educates, renews, refreshes, creates fellowship, and offers some challenges. Plus, it’s worry free, more affordable, and safer. I will continue to strive to exceed our travelers’ expectations in every way possible by providing value and quality. We are dedicated to personal customer service. Our number one priority is the complete satisfaction and safety of our clients. So, what are you waiting for? Register today for your favorite tour. Mark your calendar, pack your bags and be ready to come aboard, sit back, and relax. You will be amazed as we show you the world. Blessings! Roger. Thanks for Traveling! INTRODUCING: “KOINONIA CHARTERS LLC.” My commitment will be to provide dependable ontime service, highly affordable transportation, safe, clean and fully equipped luxury motor-coach and outstanding personalized customer service. The company is registered and meets all Federal and State requirements to operate in the United States. Our DOT: 2397098, ICC: 825975, UCR: 2013500662976. Coaches are inspected annually to keep their licenses, and we maintain regular and strict mechanical records. We carry 5 million dollars in liability coverage. Drivers must meet strict pre-employment requirements that include physicals exam, skills test, drug testing, evaluations, training and more. We employ experienced, professional and courteous drivers who have the same standards and safety commitment. I believe our commitment to Safety, Comfort and Superior Service will set us apart from others. Give us a chance, you won’t be disappointed. Call or e-mail for complete details and quotes on all your travel needs. Whatever your group needs, wherever your group wishes to go - across town or cross country - we can meet all your transportation needs. The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step. Take that first step with Koinonia Charters. We will gladly arrange transportation to the places you would like to visit with competitive pricing. Explore the World with Koinonia Travels and Tours Where in the world do you want to go? The Great Wall of China? Europe's great cities? The Italian Countryside? Ireland’s Coastal Treasures? Portugal's Silver Coast? Greece and it’s Islands? The Plains of Africa? Snowcapped Alp's of Switzerland? Peru and the Sacred Valley of the Incas? The Mighty Fjords of Scandinavia? The Galapagos Islands and Machu Picchu? Anywhere is possible with Koinonia! We work with several very reputable companies that provide guaranteed departure to destinations all over the world. I realize I am not able to offer every destination every year, so this allows me to help you travel to your dream destination and meet your travel request. I will help you make sure your with the company! Koinonia is passionate about creating personal adventures in worldwide travel. We want to provide unparalleled sightseeing that includes all the must sees; expert local guides providing insightful information and history, enriching hands-on cultural experiences, local culinary dining and opportunities to meet the locals who reveal the real side of the destination. To start your trip of a lifetime and experience the difference we can make, call 270-982-8300. 2015 Tour Dates Western Caribbean Cruise February 21st – March 2nd $1185 Virginia Military Tattoo Festival April 22nd – 26th $695 Natchez Trace Parkway April 27th – May 2nd $830 Spring Mystery Tour May 17th – 21st $685 Pacific Northwest June 9th – 16th $1849 + Air Branson Spectacular June 22nd – 26th $675 Nathan McCurry’s Trip July 11th – 18th $285 Canadian Rockies August 4th – 12th $2145 + Air North Carolina’s Coast August 16th – 22nd $945 Southwest Canyons & Mesas September 8th – 18th $2395 Niagara Falls / Canada October 1st – 9th $1355 Spain’s Classics November 7th –17th $3799 Christmas Mystery Tour November 30th – December 4th $685 Day Trips “Bonnie & Clyde” Wednesday March 11th $56 National Corvette Museum Thursday, March 26th $70 “7 Brides for 7 Brothers” Thursday, April 9th $56 Berea, KY & Renfro Valley Thursday, May 14th $85 General Jackson Showboat Saturday, June 6th $99 “Social Security” Wednesday, June 17th $56 La Comedia “Little Mermaid” Thursday, July 23rd $95 Loretta Lynn’s Ranch Thursday, August 27th $88 “Church Basement Ladies” Wednesday, September 23rd $56 Red River Gorge Thursday, October 14th $78 Quilt Museum / Badgett Playhouse Thursday, November 19th $95 “White Christmas” $56 Tuesday, December 15th “What see isis only onlyaasmall smallpercentage percentageofofwhat what “Whatwe we can can easily easily see is is possible. havingthe thevision visiontotosee seewhat what just possible. Imagination Imagination isis having is is just below to picture picturethat thatwhich whichisisessential, essential, below the the surface; surface; to but invisible invisibleto tothe theeye.” eye.” January2015 2015 January Sunday Sunday Monday Monday Tuesday Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Thursday 11 Friday Friday Saturday Saturday 22 3 3 Happy HappyNew New Year! Year! 44 55 6 77 88 99 1010 11 11 12 12 13 13 14 14 15 15 1616 1717 18 18 19 19 20 20 21 21 22 22 2323 2424 27 27 28 28 29 29 30 30 31 31 M. L. King M. L. King Day Day 25 25 26 26 NOTES: NOTES: www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com 270-982-8300 270-982-8300 Western Caribbean Cruise February 21 – March 2, 2015 Escape on a Western Caribbean adventure during the cold, gray winter days in Kentucky. Leave behind the snow and ice and experience this tropical paradise. These islands have a unique blend of sun and surf, history of ancient civilizations, and is an eco-oriented region. Brief Itinerary: Saturday, Feb. 21st: Travel day. Overnight in route. Sunday, Feb. 22nd: Guided Tour New Orleans, LA. Depart from New Orleans, on Norwegian Cruise Line. Monday, Feb. 23rd: At sea. Tuesday, Feb. 24th: Conzumel, Mexico. Wednesday, Feb. 25th: Belize City, Belize. Thursday, Feb. 26th: Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras. Friday, Feb. 27th: Costa Maya, Mexico. Saturday, Feb. 28th: At sea. Sunday, March 1st.: Disembark in New Orleans. Begin journey home. Monday, March 2nd: Arrive home. Cost: $1185 per person double occupancy, outside window, $1485 balcony. Includes: Round trip Motor-coach transportation, 2 nights lodging, Norwegian Cruise, port fees, taxes (upgrades available for additional cost), all meals and entertainment while on board ship, fantastic fellowship, lots of fun and sun. Koinonia Travels and Tours — Your Cruise Connection Cruising With Experience! Serving both Individuals and Groups Reserving all major Cruise Lines With or Without Air It’s simple! It’s about making cruising the seas easy for you! Koinonia Travels and Tours wants to help you find the best cruise, the best itinerary, the best value, the best ships, the best options, the best shore excursions, the best destinations, and provide the best service possible. We want your cruise to be an incredible, an unforgettable, fun and relaxing vacation with no hassles. Allow us the opportunity to work with you and create a fantastic journey! We can book with any cruise line and be available to help with any of your transfers, transportation needs, pre or post hotels, travel insurance and excursions. Cruising has become a very attractive, exciting and easy way to see the world! It offers a vast variety of activities and entertainment while visiting unique, historical and exotic places. You can cruise away from it all and enjoy a relaxed time while being pampered with ever present and gracious service. You can find a very relaxing experience with little structure or discover the many levels of planned activities for your pleasure. Anyway you want it, it’s your choice! That’s right, it’s about what you want, and it’s your decision. What are you waiting for? The sooner you call, the sooner you can set sail! One call does it all! Koinonia Travels and Tours can do it all for you with just one phone call! 270-982-8300. Group Leaders: A cruise is a fantastic way to create a special time for building relationships and accomplishing other goals for your organization. “Your aptitude will will “Your attitude, attitude, not not your your aptitude determine determine your your altitude.” altitude.” February 2015 2015 February Sunday Sunday Monday Monday Tuesday Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Thursday Friday Friday Saturday Saturday 11 22 33 4 5 66 77 88 99 10 10 11 11 12 12 13 13 14 14 15 15 16 16 17 17 18 18 19 19 20 20 21 21 Greece Greece Interest Interest Meeting Meeting 22 22 Presidents’ Presidents’ Day Day 23 23 For For Valentine’s Valentine’s Day Day Western Western Depart Depart 24 24 25 25 Caribbean Caribbean 26 26 Cruise Cruise Mexico Mexico 27 27 28 28 Belize Belize Honduras Honduras NOTES: NOTES: www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com 270-982-8300 270-982-8300 Koinonia Travels and Tours Involved with Missions and Volunteer Vacations One of our goals at Koinonia is to provide volunteer vacations and mission opportunities for individuals, families and groups. Combining serving and travel is a natural fit, and one I believe God wants Koinonia to be involved in. God created a great big beautiful world for us to explore, enjoy and make a difference with our gifts and passions. He wants us to join Him all over the world to help meet needs and transform people and places. Imagine the benefits of serving together as a family or with other individuals. The world becomes a classroom! You learn about giving and not getting! You become partners in a vision to help meet physical, spiritual, emotional and social needs of those you serve. You experience each other in a different way as you watch passions, abilities and skills surface and strengthen. Mission Trip or Volunteer Vacation? Volunteer Vacations: Part Vacation! Part Service! Making a difference in the world while traveling and enjoying the beauty of God’s creation and serving others. Mission Trips: Basically the same as a volunteer vacation with more emphasis and time spent on the project assignment. Koinonia Travels and Tours works with missionaries, mission agencies, local missions, churches and other organizations all around the world to provide a variety of service opportunities. Volunteer vacations are perfect for all denominations and all ages. Koinonia Travels and Tours can plan your group’s volunteer vacation to meet your specific requests and needs, or network with others to help connect individuals to participate and serve. When it comes to service, no special skills are needed, although, we can connect passions, skills, and abilities with locations and request. All that is required of a volunteer is a willing, servant heart. So, if you have a desire to serve, a sense of adventure, want to have an impact in the world, and do something really good for God’s people while seeing the world, then plan to participate on a Christian volunteer vacation or a mission trip for an experience that will change your life. Nathan James McCurry Memorial Family Mission Trip July 11th-18th, 2015 in Orlando, FL The Family Mission Trip is named in loving memory of Nathan McCurry. Nathan developed a passion for missions as a young boy when he went on his first mission trip with his dad. Nathan served alongside his dad on all the summer Family Mission Trips at Severns Valley Baptist Church. Nathan loved the mission team and the sense of family created among the participants. He loved the opportunity to serve in creative and unique ways. He used his skills of making balloon animals and athletic abilities to build relationships with children and to share his faith. He had a gift of working with children and they were drawn to him. He patiently listened and quietly instructed, and willing took rowdy children under his wing. Nathan was his dad’s right-hand-man and was someone his dad depended on for getting tasks done no matter how small or large. He was always ready and willing to serve where needed. Nathan’s gentle spirit, friendly smile, kind heart, positive attitude, and Christian example are greatly missed by family, friends and former Family Mission Trip Participants. Nathan also loved serving with Sports Reach, using his athletic skills to build relationships and sharing the Gospel. The team spirit and fellowship were very important to him. One of his dad’s biggest thrills was to play sports alongside his sons while on mission with the God they love. Koinonia Travels and Tours and Sports Reach are partnering with Orlando Rescue Mission to minister in the community using sports, recreation, worship and other unique ministry opportunities. There is a place for everyone to serve. Participants will have some free time to visit local attractions in the Orlando area at their own expense. Participants will also be required to attend three training sessions. To keep the mission trip affordable for families, we will be staying in a nice housing community that has seven bedroom units. The mission team will also be preparing its own meals. Scholarships are available. We are seeking some sponsors who might be willing to donate to help with resources and scholarships. Sports Reach is a 501c non-profit Christian organization. Donations are tax deductible. The cost: $285 per person: Includes: Transportation, lodging and meals while on site. Space limited. Please email me if you are interested in this mission trip. Look forward to serving together. “There are many things in life that will catch your eye, but “There are many things in life that will catch your eye, but only a few will catch your heart…pursue those.” only a few will catch your heart…pursue those.” Sunday Sunday Monday Monday Tuesday Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 9 10 10 11 11 12 12 13 13 14 14 15 15 1616 1717 18 18 19 19 20 20 21 21 22 22 2323 2424 25 25 26 26 27 27 28 28 NOTES: NOTES: 1 1 2 Roatan Bay Roatan Bay Islands Islands 8 8 9 2 3 Thursday Thursday March 2015 2015 March Friday Friday Saturday Saturday Return Return Daylight Daylight Saving Time Saving Time Begins Begins St.St. Patrick’s Patrick’s Day Day Derby Derby Dinner Dinner “Bonnie & “Bonnie & Clyde” Clyde” National National Corvette Corvette Museum Museum 29 29 3030 3131 www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com 270-982-8300 270-982-8300 Virginia Military Tattoo Festival April 22 – 26, 2015 The Virginia International Tattoo is an exhibition of marching bands, massed pipes and drums, gymnasts, Scottish dancers, choirs and more! Military bands from around the world are represented. Tattoos are ceremonial performances of military music by massed bands. Each year, a cast of over 800 artists from several countries creates an unforgettable spectacle. The Virginia International Tattoo is the largest show of its kind in the United States and offers an astounding display of patriotism and spirit of international cooperation. It’s spectacular! Also, we’ll explore the 30-themed gardens at the Norfolk Botanical Garden. Azaleas should be in bloom along with other beautiful flowers. Next, enjoy visiting the Chrysler Norfolk Museum of Arts and Sciences. Also, we get to experience the largest Naval base in our country with a tour conducted by Naval personnel. Later, enjoy the Tattoo Hullabaloo, an outside event to interact with the bands and indulge in food booths, and see the NATO flag Raising Ceremony. We even get seats for the Parade of Nations before we head for home. There is so much in store on this five‐day trip. Tour Cost: $695 per person double occupancy. Includes: Motor-Coach Transportation, Admissions, Three Group Meals, Breakfast at Hotels. Spring Mystery Tour May 17-21, 2015 Who doesn't like a good mystery and when you combine that with travel it makes it even more exciting. Koinonia has a good reputation for some very interesting and unique mystery destinations. Looking for something exciting and different? Then look no further. Enjoy an exciting journey into the unknown with plenty of fun among friendly travelers just like you. Travelers who have no idea where they’re going, when they will arrive, what they will eat and the things they will see. The itinerary is confidential, which means I am the only one who knows all the details and destinations. It’s different but unique and full of surprises. The mysteries of each day will intrigue you. Clues will be given day-by-day and keep you anxiously anticipating your next surprise. This mystery tour adventure will take you off the beaten path and explore some interesting and delightful destinations. Enjoy the excitement, the wonder, the magic, the anticipation, the great fellowship, good food and the fun-fun-fun. Trust me, if you like mysteries you will love this one. This year’s tour is during warm weather so use your imagination! Can you keep a secret? So can I. Hahahahaha! DAY ONE: azynb oghjn wmvit sbout pormint. DAY TWO: ?????????????????? DAY THREE: sajvdg askkkfopvue domdb askkmmee koinnnnnnnonee DAY FOUR: !!!!!!!!!!!!!! ####### Day Five__ ______ ______ ____ ___. Tour Cost: $ 685 per person double occupancy. Includes: akalonemid????? ____ ____ ___. “Life is isnot measured bybythe number ofof breaths we take but byby “Life not measured the number breaths we take but “Life is not measured by thetake number of breaths we take but by the moments that our breath away.“ the moments that take our breath away.“ the moments that take our breath away.“ Sunday Sunday Sunday Monday Monday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Thursday Tuesday Wednesday 1 2 11 22 April Fool’s April Fool’s April DayFool’s Day Day 5 6 5 5Easter Easter Easter 12 12 12 7 66 13 13 13 8 7 7 1414 14 April April2015 2015 April 2015 Friday Saturday 3 33 Friday Friday Good Good Good Friday Friday Friday 9 88 1515 15 Saturday Saturday 4 44 10 99Derby 1010 Derby Derby Dinner Dinner Dinner “7 Brides “7 Brides “7 For Brides 7 For For7 7 Brothers” Brothers” Brothers” 16 17 16 17 16 17 11 1111 25 25 25 18 18 18 Tax Day Tax Day Tax Day 19 19 19 20 20 20 2121 21 2222 22 23 23 23 26 26 26 27 27 27 2828 28 2929 29 30 30 30 Natchez Natchez Trace Trace Natchez Parkway Parkway Trace Norfolk, VA Norfolk, VA Military Norfolk, MilitaryVA Military Tupelo Tupelo Jackson Jackson Tupelo Jackson Tattoo Tattoo Festival Tattoo Festival Festival 24 24 24 Botanical Botanical Gardens Botanical Gardens Gardens Naval Naval Station Naval Station Station Vicksburg Vicksburg Vicksburg Parkway NOTES: NOTES: NOTES: www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com 270-982-8300 270-982-8300 270-982-8300 Natchez Trace Parkway Tour Tupelo · Jackson · Natchez · Vicksburg · Memphis April 27 - May 2, 2015 The Natchez Trace Parkway is a 444 mile drive through exceptional scenery and 10,000 years of North American history. Used by American Indians, “Kaintucks,” settlers and future presidents, the old Trace played an important role in American History. On this journey we’ll relive the days when riverboat men and backwoods adventures braved the perils of American frontier. We will explore the Trace and learn more about the fascinating history. Day 1: The adventure begins with our drive south and exploring the Trace from Tenn. to Tupelo Mississippi. Day 2: We continue our journey on the Trace Parkway on our way to Jackson and Natchez, Mississippi with some planned stops on the route. Day 3: Today we visit Natchez, Mississippi. Established first as a French fort site overlooking the Mississippi River in 1716, then laid out as a new town by the Spanish in the 1790s, Natchez became part of the United States with the establishment of the Mississippi Territory in 1798 and served as the first capital for the new State of Mississippi in 1817. Few cities offer an in-depth look at the past and present southern lifestyle like Natchez. Walk in the footsteps of Southern belles, cotton barons, Civil War soldiers, and Civil Rights pioneers. Explore antebellum homes and historical landmarks for a glimpse at days gone by. We will learn surprising historical tidbits about the Natchez Indians and the daily life in antebellum Natchez. But Natchez is more than history. It’s what we love about the South — easy elegance and casual charm, true hospitality, historic homes, lush gardens and moss-covered oaks and delicious down-home fare. When they say, “Natchez is what you love about the South,” we’ll understand exactly what they mean once we immerse ourselves in the rich, vibrant history of this charming city on the Mississippi River. Day 4: Today we make our way to Vicksburg, Mississippi. The Mississippi River has long played a part in the historical, economic and residential development of Vicksburg. Founded in 1811 and incorporated on January 29, 1825, Vicksburg rapidly grew as a center for commerce, agriculture and river traffic. We will spend some time visiting the city and the National Military Park and learn about the importance of the city during the Civil War. Day 5: Today we make our way to Memphis, Tennessee to explore this interesting city known for its barbeque and blues music. Enjoy a guided tour of the city and discover its history. We will visit as many places as possible as time allows. Day 6: This morning we visit the legendary Graceland Mansion. Only at Graceland can we begin to understand the personal life of one of the world’s greatest entertainers. See thousand of artifacts and walk through the hall of gold. See Elvis's dazzling costumes, motorcycle, cards, personal effects, gifts, awards, including the 17 carat diamond studded ring. Stand inside Elvis’s TV room and think about the first time you saw him. We will have time to explore his private jet and shop in the two enormous gift shops featuring all his recordings and every kind of souvenir imaginable. This afternoon we begin our journey home with lots of memories and new friends. Tour Price: $830 per person double occupancy, single supplement, $250. Includes: 5 nights lodging, Motorcoach transportation, 5 group meals, Breakfast at hotels, Admissions and Guides. “If are always always going goingto tobe be “If we we are are growing, growing, we we are out comfort zone.” zone.” out of of our our comfort May 2015 2015 May Sunday Sunday Monday Monday Tuesday Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Thursday Friday Friday 11 Saturday Saturday 22 Return Return Memphis Memphis 33 44 55 6 6 77 88 99 10 10 11 11 12 12 13 13 14 14 15 15 16 16 18 18 19 19 20 20 21 21 22 22 23 23 29 29 30 30 Mother’s Mother’s Day Day 17 17 Spring Spring Mystery Mystery 24 24 25 25 31 31 NOTES: NOTES: Memorial Day Memorial Day Trip Trip 26 26 Destination Destination 27 27 www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com Berea, KY Berea, KY & & Renfro Renfro Valley Valley Unknown Unknown 28 28 270-982-8300 270-982-8300 Pacific Northwest Adventure June 9-16, 2015 Imagine driving along one of the most beautiful and spectacular coastlines in America. From Newport, Oregon to Eureka, California. This tour travels through Washington, Oregon and California with many highlights and remarkable cities. Day 1: Today your scenic tour of the Pacific Northwest begins with a flight to one of America’s most picturesque cities, Seattle. We will get acquainted with our fellow travelers and prepare for an awesome journey. Day 2: Seattle/Olympia, Washington & Portland, Oregon. We begin the day with a guided sightseeing tour of the “Emerald City” including the colorful restored waterfront area, historic Pioneer Square, and Pike Place Market, a famous fish and vegetable market dotted with restaurants and shops. We drive south as we depart Seattle and travel through Olympia and stop at the Mount Saint Helen Visitor’s Center. Learn about the 1980 eruption as well as the history of the state park. Continue to Portland for a two night stay in North America’s “Best Big City”. Day 3: Portland Cascade Mountains. Today we drive around the beautiful Columbia River George. It’s a day of sightseeing we’ll never forget! Mt. Hood dominates the horizon as we leave the valley and enter the slopes of the Cascade Mountains. We visit Bonneville Dam where we learn about its fascinating hydropower and history. Plus, see the fishlocks and ladders. We’ll also see Multnomah Falls, tumbling some 620 feet. Our drive takes us to the impressive Timberline Lodge. Nestled midway to the summit of Mt. Hood, this National Historic Landmark is a master piece of mountain lodges. Constructed of mammoth timbers and native stone in 1937, Timberline Lodge stands today as a tribute to the rugged spirit of the Pacific Northwest. Day 4: Portland / Willamette Valley / Newport / Coos Bay. Our scenic journey continues through what was the promise land for many pioneers during the days of the Oregon Trail. The Willamette Valley contains some of the most fertile agricultural soils of Oregon and nurtures vegetables, flowers, herbs, nuts, and vineyards. Next, we head to the coastal town of Newport for a brief stop before traveling along some of the country's most beautiful coastlines and the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. Day 5: Brandon State Natural Area / Redwood National Park / Eureka, California. This morning we drive to Brandon State Natural Area. We will be amazed by the scenery along the scenic Beach Loop with sights such as Bandon Rock and Face Rock, known to many people from the American Indian Legend. Next, travel up the spectacular Rogue River taking us into Oregon’s rugged wilderness for a chance to see bald eagles, cormorants, seals and blue heron. Continuing south, we enter the redwood country of California. Visit the famous Redwood National Park, home to some of the world’s tallest tress. Inside the park, we’ll see some trees close to 300 feet tall and understand why the sun seldom hits the ground! Day 6: Eureka, California / San Francisco, California. Today, we enjoy a delightful tour through the historic timber and fishing village of Eureka and behold the beautiful Victorian architecture of Old Town. Journey through more redwood forests including the “Avenue of Giants,” a scenic highway loaded with towering redwoods. Next, we drive over the legendary Golden Gate Bridge and arrive in the “City by the Bay,” San Francisco. Day 7: San Francisco. Today, we discover this amazing city with a fascinating sightseeing tour that highlights the city’s most popular landmarks. We’ll see the stunning Twin Peaks, Chinatown, Union Square, Alamo Square, Nob Hill, Coit Tower, Lombard street view, painted ladies, Victorian homes, Presidio, and Fisherman's Warf and more! Hopefully, we can catch a boat out to the Rock, “Alcatraz,” once the home to such outlaws as Al Capone, Machine Gun Kelly, and Robert Stroud, public enemy number one, known as the “Birdman of Alcatraz.” Day 8: The tour ends with our flight back home, but we’ll never forget the beauty and majesty we have experienced. The many memories and new friends will last for a lifetime. Tour Cost: $1849 per person plus Air-Approximately $600. Price based on double occupancy. Includes: Lodging, transfers, motor coach transportation, 5 group meals, admissions, 6 breakfasts, guides, great fellowship, fantastic experience, fun, fun, fun! “It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor “It is not the strongest ofsurvives. the species nor “It is not the strongest of the species survives, nor the most intelligent that It that is thethat onesurvives, that the most intelligent that survives. It isone thethat one that the most that survives. It is the isintelligent most adaptable to change.” most adaptable to change.” isismost adaptable to change.” Sunday Sunday Sunday 1 7 77 8 14 14 14 Monday Monday Monday 11 June 2015 JuneJune 2015 2015 Friday Saturday 2 Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Tuesday Thursday Friday 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 4 5 5 5 Friday 6Saturday Saturday 6 9 10 10 10 11 11 12 12 13 13 15 15 15 16 1616 17 17 17 18 18 19 19 20 20 2121 21 2222 22 23 23 23 24 24 25 25 2828 28 2929 29 30 30 30 Oregon Oregon Oregon Father’s Father’s Day Father’s Day Day 88 California California California Branson Branson Branson 6 General Jackson General General Showboat Jackson Jackson ShowboatShowboa 9 9 11 12 13 Depart For Pacific Northwest Adventure Washington Depart For Pacific Northwest Adventure Washington Depart For Pacific Northwest Adventure Washingto Return Return Return Derby Derby Dinner Derby Dinner “Social Dinner “Social Security” “Social Security” Security” 24 18 25 26 26 19 26 27 27 Spectacular Show Return Spectacular And Show And More! More! Return Spectacular And More! Show Return 20 27 NOTES: NOTES: NOTES: www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com 270-982-8300 270-982-8300 270-982-8300 Branson Show Spectacular! June 22 – 26, 2015 Travel through the rugged beauty of the Ozark Mountains to the picturesque town of Branson, MO. Nothing compares to the variety of music shows, sightseeing or shopping. This tour is a collection of the best Branson has to offer. Day 1: Travel to Branson, MO. Dinner tonight is at Lambert’s. Day 2: This morning hear 12 of Ireland’s finest singers perform smash hits that are spine tingling. This afternoon we tour the local area. Tonight, hear the original show that started it all, The Presley’s Country Jubilee. Day 3: The day begins with a morning variety show. For lunch, enjoy a meal prepared with local products at the Keeter Center. Tour the College of Ozarks and The Ralph Foster Museum, where you will find antiques, weapons, and dolls. Tonight, enjoy the harmony of The Hughes Brothers. Day 4: This morning the Brett Family will entertain you. Next, ride, splash, and quack on the famous Branson Duck tours for a fun land and water adventure. Later, board Show Boat Branson Belle and set sail on Table Rock Lake. Enjoy a meal and show while on board. Day 5: After breakfast we begin the journey home to the Bluegrass state. Tour Cost: $675 per person double occupancy. Includes: Motor-Coach Transportation, Four Nights, Four Breakfasts, Four Group Meals, Branson Duck Tour, Admission to Ralph Foster Museum, Show Boat Branson Belle, and 4 other shows. Shows may change due to schedule and theater availability. North Carolina’s Scenic Coast: August 16 - 22, 2015 Day 1: Travel Day. Relax and get to know your travel companions. Day 2: Make our way to the Outer Banks. Tonight enjoy an outdoor drama. Day 3: Stroll through the beautiful Elizabethan Gardens. Next, tour the Elizabeth II, a replica of the sailing vessel that brought the 1st English colonists to the New World 400 years ago. Later, we visit the Wright Brothers Memorial at Kitty Hawk and the museum and workshop of the two brothers. Day 4: Enjoy a scenic coastal drive along this beautiful stretch of Outer Banks. We stop at the Bodie Island Lighthouse then make our way to the fishing village of Hatteras and will see the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, the tallest in the United States. We catch the Hatteras Ferry to Ocracoke Island where we will eat and shop in the village of Ocracoke before catching our afternoon ferry to Cedar Island. Day 5: Travel to the beautiful coastal fishing hamlet of Beaufort. A local guide will point out historical sights and tell us salty stories of local lore. We visit the NC Maritime Museum where we’ll see artifacts from Blackbeard’s Queen Anne’s Revenge as well as exhibits featuring North Carolina’s rich seafood industry. Next enjoy viewing diverse wildlife in their natural habitats at the NC aquarium. Day 6: Stop in New Bern to visit Tryon Palace. With costumed guides, American history comes to life on the historic grounds. Afterwards, we begin our journey home. Day 7: Travel Home with memories of a fantastic tour and sharing with new friends! Tour Cost: $945 per person double occupancy. Includes: Motor-Coach Transportation, Lodging, Admissions, 6 Group Meals, breakfast at hotels, guides and those little extras that Koinonia Is known for. “And I’m proud to be an American, where at least I know I’m free. And I won’t forget the men who died, “And to be an an American,where where at least I know “And I’m I’m proud proud to be who gave thatAmerican, right to me.” at least I know I’m won’t forget forget the themen menwho whodied, died, I’m free. free. And And II won’t who gave that that right rightto tome.” me.” July 2015 who gave Sunday Monday Sunday Sunday Tuesday Wednesday 1 Monday Monday Tuesday Tuesday 2 6 7 55 Thursday Thursday 22 8 66 7 Friday 3 Wednesday Wednesday 11 5 Saturday July 2015 July 2015 Thursday Friday Friday 33 9 99 Saturday Saturday 44 10 88 4 11 10 10 1111 Depart For Depart For Depart For 12 13 12 12 Nathan 19 26 14 13 13 James Nathan Nathan 19 19 20 14 14 McCurry James James 20 20 15 21 16 15 15 Family McCurry McCurry 21 21 22 16 16 Mission Family Family 22 22 17 18 17 17 Trip Mission Mission 23 23 23 Trip Trip 24 24 24 La Comedia 1818 Orlando, Fl Orlando, Fl Fl Orlando, 25 25 25 La Comedia La Comedia “Little “Little Mermaid” “Little Mermaid” Mermaid” 26 26 27 27 27 28 28 28 29 29 29 30 30 30 3131 31 NOTES: NOTES: NOTES: www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com 270-982-8300 270-982-8300 270-982-8300 Majestic Canadian Rockies August 4-12, 2015 Vancouver – Victoria – Glacier National Park Day 1: Flight to Seattle, Washington. Day 2: Depart Seattle and make our way across the border to Vancouver, British Columbia, where we spend the next two nights. Our tour of Vancouver includes beautiful Stanley Park, an urban rainforest that juts out into the sea. We will also visit the waterfront area and Chinatown, one of North America’s largest. Next visit Gastown, Vancouver’s turn-of-the-century pedestrian mall filled with restaurants, unique shops, art galleries, and world-famous steam-powered clock. We’ll also visit Harbor Center observation deck, which offers spectacular views of the city. Day 3: Board the ferry for Vancouver Island and British Columbia’s capital city of Victoria. We explore the city of Victoria, the “City of Gardens.” We visit the Butchart Gardens, which features a variety of lovely floral displays. Afterwards, we ferry back to Vancouver. Day 4: Experience the incredible Capilano Suspension Bridge for a breathtaking view of the west coast. Travel through some incredible scenery on our way to the ski resort village of Whistler where we enjoy lunch and sightseeing. Overnight in Kamloops. Day 5: Leaving Kamloops, our route takes us through Fraser Valley. We are surrounded by dramatic scenery as we follow the North Thompson River through the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains. We view Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies at 12,972 feet, and travel the Yellowhead Pass into Jasper National Park. Overnight in Jasper. Day 6: Travel along the Icefields Parkway, a spectacular drive. Marvel at the towering snow-capped peaks, azure lakes, thundering waterfalls, and hanging glaciers. We visit Athabasca Falls, a breathtaking waterfall in the Rocky Mountains. At the Columbia Icefield we board a Snow Coach Ice Explorer for a unique ride on the enormous Athabasca Glacier. Next, we’re off to view Moraine Lake in the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Our next stop is Lake Louise. The amazing setting of mountain, lake, ice and sky will astound you! Upon arrival in Banff, we take the Sulphur Mountain Gondola Lift to the top of the mountain for majestic views. Day 7: We visit the Banff Springs Hotel. Our route today takes us through the beautiful city of Calgary, home of the Calgary Stampede. Next, we are on our way to the Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump Interpretive Centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn how Indians would panic a herd of buffalo into a stampede. We continue to beautiful Waterton Lakes National Park with spectacular vistas. Spend the night at Waterton Lakes Lodge. Day 8: Travel to Glacier National Park. After lunch we explore Glacier National Park which preserves over one million acres of forests, alpine meadow and lakes, and is home to over 70 species of mammals and 270 species of birds. We board one of the famous Jammer cars for the “Going-tothe-Sun” Road to the top of the Continental Divide at Logan Pass. Overnight in Whitefish. Day 9: Return flight home. Tour Cost: Land Portion, $2145 per person double occupancy. Includes: Motor-coach transportation, Lodging, admissions , guides, breakfast each day and 6 group meals plus a few surprises. Great fellowship! Airfare will be quoted at the lowest cost available when group is confirmed. Each departure city may have different cost. “You “Youcan can never never cross cross the the ocean ocean until you have the courage to to lose lose sight sight of of the shore.” August 2015 Sunday Sunday Monday Monday Tuesday Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Thursday Friday Saturday Saturday 1 22 33 44 55 Majestic Majestic 99 10 10 Banff Banff 16 16 17 17 North North Carolina’s Carolina’s 23 23 Whistler Whistler 11 11 24 24 Canadian Canadian 12 12 Jasper Jasper National National Park Park 18 18 Scenic Scenic Coast Coast 66 Rockies 8 Vancouver Victoria Victoria 13 13 14 15 20 20 21 22 Glacier Glacier National National Park Park 19 19 Outer Outer Banks Banks 25 25 7 Kitty Kitty Hawk Hawk 26 26 Beaufort Beaufort 27 27 New Bern 28 Return Return 29 Loretta Lynn’s Ranch 30 30 31 31 NOTES: NOTES: www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com 270-982-8300 270-982-8300 Southwest Canyons & Mesas Spectacular September 8-18, 2015 Day 1: Flight to Albuquerque. Today is a travel day and a chance to get acquainted with fellow travelers. Once we arrive we motor-coach to Gallup for our overnight. In route we visit the Acoma Pueblo (Sky City). Day 2: This morning we visit the Petrified Forest which includes 93,493 acres of the most spectacular display of petrified wood in the world. The Rainbow Forest Museum depicts the process in detail. We also traverse a portion of the Painted Desert. This erosion-splashed area of mesas, pinnacles, ledges and almost completely treeless canyons is too unbelievable for words. Next: Meteor Crater, the world’s best preserved meteorite impact site on Earth. Meteor Crater is the breath-taking result of a collision between an asteroid traveling 26,000 miles per hour and planet Earth approximately 50,000 years ago. Meteor Crater is nearly one mile across, 2.4 miles in circumference and more than 550 feet deep. Day 3: Today we visit the Grand Canyon, a spectacle so impressive that words just can’t describe it. It’s hard to grasp the reality of a cut a mile deep and as much as 18 miles across and more than 200 miles long. Today will longed be remembered and a highlight of the tour as we experience endless oceans of color spread to the far horizons in ever changing waves of gold, crimson, blue and lavender sandstone. Day 4: Lake Powell • Boat Cruise: Enjoy a tranquil cruise on Lake Powell, which was formed by harnessing the Colorado River at the Glen Canyon Dam National Park. We will also visit the fascinating Slot Canyon for some amazing views. Day 5: Monument Valley and The Four Corners is a unique place. It’s the only place in America where you can stand in four states, Arizona, Utah, Colorado and New Mexico, at the same time. Day 6: Mesa Verde National Park. Mesa Verde, Spanish for “green table,” is a large plateau towering 2,000 feet above the surrounding valleys, and is famous for the well-preserved, pre-Columbian cliff dwellings in the shallow alcoves of its many canyon walls. We will experience the ruins of this 52,000 acre park. See the 300 room Cliff Palace, Spruce treehouse, and other archeological discoveries. Day 7: Durango • Silverton. Today ride the rails from Durango to Silverton where you will be in awe with the views and then ride across the Million Dollar Highway through the Switzerland of the Rockies to Ouray, a rich 19th century mining town surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery. Day 8: We motor Northeast across the Continental Divide and the spectacular Colorado Rockies, we visit the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Monument, famed for its narrowness, it’s 1,730 to 2,725 foot depth, great expanses of sheer rock granite walls and rugged gorge formations. Day 9: Today we enter the Land of Enchantment, New Mexico, as we visit Taos an old Spanish adobe town situated on a high desert mesa at the foot of the Sange de Cristo Mountains. We will visit the Pueblo de Taos a Native American village inhabited for nearly 700 years. We explore the historic town plaza and make a stop at Ranchos de Taos to visit San Francisco de Asis, the beautiful 18th Century mission church that captivated painter George O’ Keeffe. More wonder is in store as time allows. The Rio Grande River Gorge Bridge is an immense and beautiful structure that spans the entire gorge with spectacular views. Day 10: Our destination is Santa Fe, the oldest capital city in the United States. Here vast desert meets the Rocky Mountains. We begin the day with a sightseeing tour includes the St. Francis of Assisi Cathedral, Mission San Miguel, the Palace of the Governors and Loretto Chapel and its Miracle Stairway. It’s off to Albuquerque where we will tour this lovely city. In Albuquerque, we’ll stop at Old Town. In late afternoon we’ll take a ride on the Sandia Peak Tramway three miles up the west slope of Sandia Mountain. Day 11: Today we will visit some other sites before we depart for our flight home filled with memories of the beautiful sights we have seen and the different cultures we have experienced along with the new friends we have made. Tour Cost, Land portion: $2395 per person double occupancy. Includes: Motor Coach Transportation, 10 nights lodging, group admissions, 8 group meals and snacks. Airfare cost is included but please be aware there could be an increase in airfare cost because tickets have not been purchased. 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Witness some of the most spectacular fall foliage you ever set eyes on during the next amazing nine days. The journey begins! Day 2: Today we experience the thundering and awe-inspiring Niagara Falls. Pause for a moment as you reflect on the breathtaking views and the power of Mother Nature. Of course a visit to the Falls would not be complete without experiencing the incredible cruise at the base of the falls. We will get a close up view. Day 3: Skylon Tower • Niagara Falls Tours • Toronto: This morning we view the Falls from high above, atop the Skylon Tower. Also visit the Whirlpool overlook and see the beautiful floral clock on our guided tour of the Niagara Falls area before we leave Niagara and cross the Welland Ship Channel. Here ships from many parts of the world move to and from the Great Lakes. We follow the upper shore to Lake Ontario to Canada’s largest city, Toronto. We drive by the world’s largest self-supporting structure, the CN Tower, towering more than 1/3 mile above the ground. Day 4: 1000 Islands Boat Cruise • Boldt Castle • Ottawa: On our way to Ottawa, we board a boat on the St. Lawrence Seaway for a cruise of the 1,000 Islands. Hear the history of the mighty St. Lawrence Seaway and tour deserted Boldt Castle. Now we enjoy a leisurely drive to Ottawa, Canada’s Capital City and a center of grace and charm. Day 5: Canadian Museum of History • Ottawa City Tour: Explore the immense Canadian Museum of History, a state-of-the-art facility illustrating Canada’s history and heritage over more than 1,000 years of settlement. We’ll have time for lunch and shopping in the market area. This afternoon enjoy a tour of Canada’s finest city! See the distinguished buildings of Parliament Hill, Peace Tower, and the imposing residence of Canada’s Governor General, with its beautiful parks and gardens. Day 6: Montreal City Tour: Entering the Province of Quebec, we’re soon in Montreal, the second largest French-speaking city in the world. After lunch, we’ll enjoy a complete sightseeing tour of this dynamic city. See the Basilica of Notre Dame de Montreal, with its magnificent interior, St. Joseph’s Oratory, and beautiful Mt. Royal Park. Particularly impressive is the cleanliness of the city and its many beautifully landscaped parks. Day 7: Adirondack Mountain • National Baseball Hall of Fame: From Montreal we head south back into the USA and through the Adirondack Mountains. In Cooperstown, visit the world’s greatest shrine to our national pastime, the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Multimedia presentations, memorabilia and plaques honor the game’s all-time greats. Day 8: Today we journey to Gettysburg, site of the Union victory that marked a turning point in the Civil War. A guided tour of the site illuminates those three historic days in 1863 and the decisive battle that changed the course of American history. We will see the breathtaking Cyclorama painting of the battle and visit the magnificent museum at the Visitor’s Center. We will explore the town as time permits. Day 9: Journey Home. Today we relax, enjoy the passing scenery, and talk with our new friends as we make our way home, taking with us the memories of a wonderful tour through Canada’s beautiful fall foliage. Tour cost: $1355 per person double occupancy. Includes: Lodging, Motor-Coach, Admissions, 6 Group Meals, Breakfast at hotels and a few of Koinonia unexpected surprises. “The product of of our our thinking; thinking; “Theworld world we we have have created created is is a a product ititcannot our thinking.” thinking.” cannot be be changed changed without without changing changing our October 2015 2015 October Sunday Sunday Monday Monday Tuesday Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Thursday 1 Friday Friday 22 For Depart For 44 55 Fall Fall Canadian Canadian 11 11 66 12 12 77 Foliage Foliage 13 13 8 8 Toronto Toronto 14 14 Columbus Columbus Day Day 33 Niagara Niagara 99 Montreal Montreal 15 15 Saturday Saturday Falls Falls 10 10 Adirondack Adirondack Mountains Mountains 16 16 17 17 Red River Red River Gorge Gorge 18 18 19 19 20 20 21 21 22 22 23 23 24 24 25 25 26 26 27 27 28 28 29 29 30 30 31 31 NOTES: NOTES: www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com 270-982-8300 270-982-8300 Spain’s Classics November 7-17, 2015 Day 1: Overnight Flight. Day 2: Madrid, Spain. Tour Begins. Day 3: Madrid-Royal Palace-Toledo. Enjoy a locally-guided tour of Madrid’s historic center, see the Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor. A guided tour of the monumental 18th-century Royal Palace reveals lavish halls, banquet rooms, and royal armory. This afternoon travel to Toledo, the capital of medieval Spain until 1560. Tour highlights include the magnificent Gothic cathedral and the 13th-century synagogue. Day 4: Cordoba-Seville. Travel to the Moorish city of Cordoba. Embark on a walking tour of Mezquita, an UNESCO site. This architectural marvel built by Moors in the 8th century as a mosque, was converted into the city’s cathedral in the 16th century. Also explore the city’s historical old Jewish Quarter. Day 5: Seville. Today see Columbus’ tomb, the ornate cathedral (UNESCO), and Giralda Bell Tower. Enjoy a walking tour of old Santa Cruz Quarter Tonight be amazed at an authentic flamenco show featuring Seville’s top performers. Day 6: Granada. Tour the world-famous Alhambra, the immense hilltop palace (UNESCO). Also tour the Generalife, meaning “garden of the architect.” Day 7: Valencia. Travel through Spain’s magnificent landscape viewing rolling hills dotted with picturesque olive groves. Arrive in Valencia. Day 8: Valencia-Lladro. A walking tour of historic Valencia features ornate 14th-century Serranos Tower and 15th-century Quart Tower. Next, visit Lladro-city of Porcelain. Learn about the famous, handmade Lladro figurines. Travel to where paella cuisine originated. Day 9: Valencia-Museum of Las Fallas. Learn about the unique, spectacular Las Fallas festival at the museum. Travel to Barcelona. Day 10: Barcelona. Locally-guided tour of Barcelona, which includes Columbus Monument, Parc Montjuic, Antonia Gaudi’s UNESCO sites including “La Sagrada Familia,” Parc Guell, Batllo House and Casa Mila building. 11 Days l 14 Meals Book NOW and Save $200 per person. Per Person Rate Double: $3,799 “Gratitude can transform common days into Thanksgiving, “Gratitude can transform common days into Thanksgiving, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.” blessings.” opportunities into Sunday Sunday 11 Monday Monday 22 Tuesday Tuesday 3 Wednesday Wednesday 44 November2015 2015 November Thursday Thursday 55 Friday Friday 66 77 Daylight Daylight Saving Time Saving Time Ends Ends 88 Spain’s Spain’s Classics Classics 99 Madrid Madrid 15 15 10 10 Palace 11 11 Granda Granda 12 12 Seville Seville Cordoba Cordoba 16 16 Royal Royal Palace Saturday Saturday 17 17 Flamenco Flamenco Show Show Valencia Valencia 18 18 La Sagrada La Familia Sagrada Familia 19 19 Quilt Quilt & Museum Museum Badgett & Badgett Playhouse 13 13 1414 Lladro Lladro Barcelona Barcelona 20 20 21 21 27 27 28 28 Playhouse 22 22 23 23 24 24 29 30 NOTES: 30 NOTES: 29 Depart For 25 25 26 Thanksgiving 26 Day Thanksgiving Day Depart For www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com 270-982-8300 270-982-8300 Christmas Mystery Tour Nov. 30 - Dec. 4, 2015 Looking for something exciting and different? Then look no further. Enjoy an exciting journey into the unknown with plenty of fun among friendly travelers just like you. Travelers who have no idea where they’re going, when they will arrive, what they will eat and the things they will see. The itinerary is confidential, which means I am the only one who knows all the details and destinations. It’s different but unique and full of surprises. The mysteries of each day will intrigue you. Clues will be given day-by-day and keep you anxiously anticipating your next surprise. This mystery tour adventure will take you off the beaten path and explore some interesting and delightful destinations. Enjoy the excitement, the wonder, the magic, the anticipation, the great fellowship, good food and the fun-fun-fun. Trust me, if you like mysteries you will love this one. This year’s tour is going to make you say???? Use your imagination! Can you keep a secret? So can I. Hahahahaha! DAY ONE: azynb oghjn wmvit sbout pormint caborn nnelko. DAY TWO: ?????????????????????????????? DAY THREE: sajvdg wquicl askkkfopvue domdb askkmmee koinnnnnnnoneeeeei. DAY FOUR: _____ ______ ________ __ ______ Day Five:______ ____ ___. Tour Cost: $685 per person double occupancy. Includes: akala ????? ____ ____ ___........ …….. …….. ??????*&%@#*^##++~~~+== ***@$$~~~~. Lots of fun and fellowship! MIND OVER RIDDLES What cannot be seen but only heard, and will not speak unless it is spoken to? How do birds stop themselves in the air? What goes up when the rain comes down? If you put a red hat in blue punch, what will it be? Where do tough chickens come from? What is bigger than God, worse than the devil? The dead eat it and if you eat it, you die. What was the largest island in the world before Australia was discovered? What is the quietest sport? What animals need to be oiled? Why is it always cool in sports arenas? Why couldn’t Batman go fishing? What is it that the faster you run, the harder it is to catch? What has no beginning or end and nothing in the middle? What do you call the person who mows the grass of a baseball field? What do you call a man who is always wiring for money? Jesus Christ--One Solitary Life. He was born in an obscure village, the child of a peasant. He grew up in another village where he worked in a carpenter shop until he was 30. Then, for three years, he was an itinerant preacher. He never wrote a book. He never held an office. He never had a family or owned a home. He didn't go to college. He never lived in a big city. He never traveled 200 miles from the place where he was born. He did none of the things that usually accompany greatness. He had no credentials but himself. He was only 33 when the tide of public opinion turned against him. His friends ran away. One of them denied him. He was turned over to his enemies and went through the mockery of a trial. He was nailed to a cross between two thieves. While he was dying, his executioners gambled for his garments, the only property he had on earth. When he was dead, he was laid in a borrowed grave, through the pity of a friend. Twenty centuries have come and gone, and today he is the central figure of the human race. I am well within the mark when I say that all the armies that ever marched, all the navies that ever sailed, all the parliaments that ever sat, all the kings that ever reigned--put together--have “The “The magic magicofofChristmas Christmasisisnot not in in the the presents presents but butininHis Hispresence.“ presence.“ December December 2015 2015 Sunday Sunday Monday Monday Tuesday Tuesday 1 1 Wednesday Wednesday 22 Depart Depart ForFor Christmas Christmas 6 6 7 13 13 7 14 14 Thursday Thursday 33 Mystery Mystery Friday Friday 4 Trip Trip Saturday Saturday 55 Surprise!! Surprise!! 8 8 99 10 10 11 12 12 1515 1616 17 17 18 19 19 2323 24 24 25 26 26 Derby Derby Dinner Dinner “White “White Christmas” Christmas” 20 20 21 21 2222 Christmas Christmas Day Day 27 27 28 28 2929 3030 New NewYear’s Year’s Eve Eve NOTES: NOTES: www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com 270-982-8300 270-982-8300 Koinonia Travels and Tours 2015 Day Trips Derby Dinner, “Bonnie & Clyde,” The most notorious couple of the 20th century comes to the Derby Dinner stage! The musical focuses on Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow, the ill-fated lovers and outlaws whose story has been infamous since they achieved folk hero status during the Great Depression. It is a thrilling and electrifying story of love, adventure, and crime with blues, gospel, and rock-a-billy music. Mar 11th, 2015. Cost $56. Price includes buffet lunch, show, and motor-coach transportation. Derby Dinner, “Seven Brides For Seven Brothers.” A rip-roaring stage version of the MGM classic about seven backwood brothers and their seven blushing sweethearts. This musical is a rollicking adventure about a bride who turns seven unshaven unkempt brothers into manly gentle men. This dance extravaganza is all boisterous fun and romance that will take you back to the glory days of the movie musical. Thursday, April 9, 2015. Cost $56. Price includes buffet lunch, show, and motorcoach transportation. Derby Dinner, “Social Security.” Two married art dealers struggle with the visit of the wife's goody-goody sister, her uptight CPA husband, and her archetypal Jewish Mother - who are there to try to save their college freshman daughter from her new living arrangement. Wednesday, June 17, 2015. Cost $56. Price includes buffet lunch, show, and motor-coach transportation. Derby Dinner, “Church Basement Ladies in The Last Potluck Supper.” It is the year 1979, the day of the church’s Centennial Celebration, and the parishioners have gathered to share hot dishes, desserts and stories from the last 100 years. This all-new production is the final chapter in the series of laugh-out-loud comedies. Wednesday, September 23, 2015. Cost $56. Price includes buffet lunch, show, and motor-coach transportation. Derby Dinner, “White Christmas, The Musical.” Irving Berlin’s White Christmas tells the story of two showbiz buddies putting on a show in a Vermont inn, and finding their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, romance, laughter, and some of the greatest songs every written. Tuesday, December 15, 2015. Cost $56. Price includes buffet lunch, show, and motor-coach transportation. Berea, Kentucky and Renfro Valley. On our way to Renfro Valley, we stop in Berea, KY. Berea is the Arts and Crafts Capital of Kentucky and is often ranked among the top art communities in the entire United States. Enjoy shopping at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea. Here you will find Kentucky art, crafts, music, foods, and books. At Renfro Valley, enjoy a toe-tapping show, dinner included. Cost $85. Koinonia Travels and Tours 2015 Day Trips Bowling Green, KY: National Corvette Museum, Train Museum & Depot. Travel south of Elizabethtown to the National Corvette Museum that showcases the Chevrolet Corvette. The museum tells of the Corvette’s history, with over 70 different car models plus memorabilia and more. Next, step back in time to the era of railroad service as a tour guide takes you behind the scenes of several railway cars. Enjoy a delicious meal served family style at The Lighthouse Restaurant. Thursday, March 26, 2015. Cost $70. Quilt Museum, Badgett Playhouse: Western, KY is recognized for its quilt exhibits and entertainment. In Paducah, tour the National Quilt Museum and see the finest quilting and fiber art in the world. Travel to Grand Rivers, KY to Patti’s 1880’s settlement for a delicious meal and time to stroll through the beautiful gardens. Then travel across the street to Badgett Playhouse to experience a Branson-style family show. Thursday, November 19, 2015. Cost $95. La Comedia Dinner Theater “The Little Mermaid”: Enjoy a buffet lunch and Broadway matinee show of “The Little Mermaid” in Springboro, OH. In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, Ariel, a beautiful young mermaid longs to leave her ocean home and live in the world above. This production is sure to thrill as it showcases dazzling costumes and award-winning music. Revel in favorites including “Part of Your World,” “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl.” Thursday, July 23, 2015, Cost $95. Loretta Lynn’s Ranch: Travel to Hurricane Mills, TN to take a personal glimpse into the life of country music’s most awarded female vocalist. We will tour Loretta's Plantation home & Museum, simulated replica coal mine, and the Butcher Hollow Home place. Also, you will tour her new 18,000 sq. foot Coal Miner’s Daughter Museum. Lunch buffet included at Loretta Lynn Kitchen. Thursday, August 27, 2015. Cost $88. Come aboard the General Jackson Showboat and take a delightful riverboat cruise on the Cumberland River in Nashville, Tennessee. Enjoy a delicious lunch buffet and entertaining show. There will be some time to shop at the Opry Mills Outlet before returning home. Saturday, June 6, 2015. Cost $99. Red River Gorge: Enjoy a beautiful fall foliage excursion to the Red River Gorge in Daniel Boone National Forest. A group lunch is included at the Natural Bridge State Resort Park Lodge. After lunch we drive into the gorge area to see the reds and golds of autumn. Our coach will pass through the Nada Tunnel, cut by hand in 1877 and stop at the spectacular Sky Bridge Arch. Thursday, October 15, 2015. Cost $77. What Travelers Are Saying If you ever have an opportunity to travel with Roger McCurry at Koinonia Travels and Tours – do it! Donna Frazier Roger’s ability to schedule, plan, and follow thru on every detail is excellent. We hope to make many more trips with Roger and Koinonia Travels. Jeannie Knight and Paul Bailey Thanks for including so much and making sure we had an incredible journey. You worked so hard, and the planning was so evident! I have traveled with others but you’re the best! Thanks for the memories! Lahoma Baymore I just wanted to let you know that we appreciated all the hard work you provided in making our trip so memorable. Everything was planned so well. Carefree! We enjoyed everything, even your jokes! Sue Pence I really appreciate all your hard work and how streamlined and effortless it looked to the traveler, even though I know it wasn’t “effortless” on your part. Your attention to details, organization abilities and concern for each traveler excel you above others. I have traveled with others and there is no comparison. You do a wonderful job and your passion is evident. I look forward to other trips with you. Debbie Skaggs Roger, you have a very special gift! Thanks for giving so much of yourself! The trip was so enjoyable and your acts of kindness and inspiration made each day much brighter. Your spirit, planning, organizational and people skills are tremendous. Jim and Mary Stroud Imagine staying in nice motels, experiencing exciting adventures, enjoying fabulous food, viewing incredible sights and making lifetime friends. Welcome to the wonderful world of traveling with Koinonia Travels and Tours. We have traveled with Roger for several years, and we have never been disappointed on any trip. Danny and Linda Jayne Thanks! Thanks! Thanks! I do not have words to explain the great job you did planning, guiding and caring for us on the Branson Tour. Your daily food for thought was appreciated and inspirational. It was so nice to be with a group that enjoys the journey and the others traveling with them. Your games help us get to know each other better and to laugh with one another. Your magic topped the magic show we attended. James and Virginia Kerr What Travelers Are Saying Traveling a long way from home requires planning and intentional effort if the journey proves to be enjoyable. I experienced such a well-planned and gratifying trip to Israel and Jordan in 2012 with Roger McCurry of Koinonia Travels and Tours. I can say with strong affirmation Roger has lead Koinonia Travels and Tours to be a premier agency for travel to any and all destinations. My journey to the land of the Bible was an inspiring, informative and delightful experience. When you are making plans to travel I heartily recommend Koinonia Travels and Tours. You will be glad you called Roger McCurry! Dr. Billy Compton, Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church Mt. Washington, Kentucky If you have not traveled with Roger McCurry and Koinonia Travels and Tours, you are missing some great adventures as well as an opportunity to meet new friends and to go to new places. Roger does an outstanding job as a tour director. He goes over and beyond what is expected to make sure each travel experience is all it can be and more. We highly recommend Koinonia Travels and Tours. You won’t be disappointed! Dave and Jo Griffith Roger is a travel host extraordinaire. He is a man of integrity and a fine Christian man. He has many skills: good devotions and advice, magic, plus helping to make the journey as important as the destination. His prices are reasonable. He works hard to ensure the travelers get their “money’s worth”. I have enjoyed every trip with him that I have gone on. Betty J. McFarland I have had the pleasure of working with Roger for years planning ski trips. He is always a joy to work with and is very accommodating to his groups. Additionally, I have found he is very organized and pays close attention to details. As a group leader, I never have to worry about my trips when working with Roger. Neal Gossett, Minister of Activities, Southeast Christian Church, Louisville, KY We have been traveling with Roger since 2001. Roger strives to make sure each traveler has the most enjoyable and relaxing experience possible. We have experienced the many benefits of group travel. The fellowship, security and opportunity to make new friends gives us a sense of ease. We have not been disappointed in the planning, execution or variety of activities in the travel agenda. There is often the surprise of an added meal or excursion, which just enhances an already phenomenal, extraordinary travel experience. He also encourages, entertains with his magic and jokes, encourages, plus motivates and challenges us with inspirational moments. John and Regina Bogue Greece, Turkey, Asia Minor, Walk In The Footsteps of Paul and John Tour! 2015 or 2016 ??? Turkey and Greece will leave you breathless with wonder. They are located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. Turkey combines the history and culture of an ancient land with the development and progress of the modern world. Turkey offers both the excitement of its cities and archeological sites and the natural beauty of its colorful landscapes. It has also played extensive roles in the development of human civilization and the Jewish, Christian and Muslim religions. Known as the birthplace of both democracy and drama, the beautiful nation of Greece is a destination like no other with so much history to explore. So many places: Istanbul, Alexandra Troas, Smyrna (Izmir), Ephesus, Pamukkale, Kavala, Philippi, Thessaloniki, Athens, Corinth, Argolis, Philadelphia, Laodicea, Patmos, Crete, Santorini, Rhodes, Lindos and many more. This tour is once in a lifetime for many people and I want it to be a special journey. Daily teachings can bring the Word alive. That’s why I am wanting to get your feedback and interest. There are so many different itineraries we could do with combinations of land and cruise. I have done my research and have suggestions I’d like to share with you but also want to hear from you. Please share your interests and what you would like to see included. How many days?? I am scheduling an information meeting for Sunday, February 15th to share about this tour and other international travel opportunities. It will be at 200 North Miles at 4 PM. Hope to see you there. If you can’t make the meeting but still have an interest please contact me by email: [email protected]. Hawaii, The Islands of Aloha, Tropical Paradise! O’AHU – The Gathering Place, MAUI – The Valley Island, HAWAI’I – The Big Island Aloha! There is no place on earth like the islands of Hawaii. Discover the beauty of Hawaii and its people with experience. Koinonia Travels and Tours and the people of Hawaii would like to share the Hawaiian Islands’ rich history, diverse culture, and stunning beauty with the pure relaxation of having everything arranged and every detail attended to. Incredible scenery, breathtaking beauty beyond words, intriguing native multicultural heritage, unique geological history, stunning coastlines, beautiful and famous beaches, rain forest, volcanic wonderland, lush tropical floral and friendly hospitality provides a neverending adventure. The places, the people, the beauty, the history, it’s like nothing else on earth, and it awaits your arrival. It truly is an experience of a lifetime and a journey you will never forget. In fact, the more you see, the more you want to see! I am planning the following cruise for a group in November and they would love to have others join them for this wonderful experience. Norwegian “Pride Of America” Seven Day Cruise. Four Islands: Honolulu, Oahu, Hilo, Kona Hawaii, Kahului, Maui and Nawiliwili, Kauai . This is an award winning itinerary – which only Norwegian offers. With the most time in port – nearly 100 hours – you can capture the spirit and soul of Hawaii. There is also a day planned to explore Pearl Harbor and other Oahu attractions at the end of the cruise and before you depart for home. Please contact for additional information and brochure. Koinonia also plans to provide a four island land tour in 2016. Travel Websites The following travel links can help you find important travel information and answers to almost all of your travel questions. 1. Airline Complaints (baggage, delays): http://airconsumer.ost.dot.gov 2. Airline Tracker: www.flightarrivals.com 3. Airport Security Wait Times: http://waittime.tsa.dhs.gov 4. Airports (information, maps): www.airports.com 5. Calling Codes: www.countrycallingcodes.com 6. Country Facts: www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/index.html 7. Currency Converter: www.oanda.com; www.xe.com 8. Customs (USA): www.cbp.gov/ 9. Department of Homeland Security: www.dhs.gov 10. Electric Guide: www.kropla.com 11. Flight Delay: www.fly.faa.gov/flyfaa.usmap.jsp 12. Flight Tracker: www.flightview.com 13. Frequent Flyer Programs: www.webflyer.com 14. Health (travel health info): www.cdc.gov; www.who.org; www.passporthealthusa.com 15. Language Translation: http://babelfish.altavista.com/tr 16. Passports and Visas: www.embassy.com; www.projectvisa.com; http://travel.state.gov/passport; 17. Time Around The World: www.timeanddate.com/worldclock; www.worldtimezone.com 18. Tipping Guide: www.tipping.org 19. Transportation Security Administration (TSA): www.tsa.gov 20. TSA Traveler’s Tips: www.tsa.gov/travelers/index.shtm 21. Weather Around The World: www.weather.com; www.accuweather.com; www.intellicast.com 22. World Health Organization: www.who.int/eha/disasters IMPORTANT INFORMATION: GENERAL GUIDELINES, RESERVATION POLICIES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS (Please read carefully before signing up for a tour, your reservation constitutes acceptance of our policies.) Koinonia Travels and Tours purpose is to strive to create unique, carefree, extraordinary travel experiences with lasting memories for individuals and groups while offering unsurpassed value and exceptional quality with personalized service. We desire to be the best travel professionals and providers in the travel industry. The following polices and guidelines are designed to help us accomplish our purpose. Responsibilities: All tours are arranged and operated by Koinonia Travels and Tours (KTT) (LLC). KTT acts only as your agent in arranging and sponsoring the various accommodations that are made available, and assumes no responsibility nor liability in connection with the services rendered by any vessel, carriage or other conveyance, excursions, sightseeing events, restaurants, hotels or motels or any other accommodation, event or equipment used in the performance of the tour. KTT assumes no responsibility for any delay, accident, failure or sickness incurred while using any leased services. KTT reserves the right to make changes in the itinerary or tour arrangements at any time, due to emergency or otherwise unknown situations. If KTT cancels a tour, it shall have no responsibility to participants beyond the refund of the monies paid to KTT by the participants. In case of events beyond our control, including but not limited to strikes, lockouts, revolts, wars, natural disasters, fires, closures of airports or hotels, or technical problems of transport, which force us to cancel the tour you have booked, you will be entitled to a full refund minus reasonable expenses for services performed. In any of the above cases, KTT shall not be under any other obligation of liability to participants. We reserve the right to accept or decline any person as a member of any tour at any time. Reservations: How far in advance do I need to make a reservation? We suggest that reservations be made as soon as your vacation schedule is known. Many people wait too long and are disappointed that the date they want has been sold out. Most festival tours have only limited departures and are sold out long in advance. We feel that you do yourself and KTT an immense favor by making your reservations as soon as possible. How do I make a reservation? 1) Select the KTT tour of your choice and the date that is most convenient for you. 2) Call our local number and confirm your reservation. 3) Complete the reservation form available on-line or we can mail or fax you a form. Mail completed reservation form along with your deposit check, made payable to KTT, within 10 days of making your reservation. Your seat with be confirmed and guaranteed once we receive your deposit and reservation form. Reservations made by phone will be held for 10 days. Required Deposits – Final Payments: Deposits are due within 10 days after making your reservation. Names will be removed from the trip roster if deposit is not received. Separate checks should be sent for each tour booked. Day trips and tours less than $150………..Full Payment Tours priced from $150-$999……………. $100 Deposit Tours priced over $1000…………………. $250 Deposit Tours that include a cruise or airfare may have different deposit requirements. Final payment for all motor coach tours is due no later than 30 days prior to departure. Please mark your calendar with the due date. Individuals who register for a tour with less than 30 days prior to departure must pay full amount when registering. Final payments on all tours involving air travel and cruise lines are due 65 days from departure unless otherwise notified. Please be aware that Cruise Lines’, Airlines’ and Travel Vendors’ cancellation polices, deposits, refunds vary and we must follow each one’s policies. Cancellation Policy: We at KTT understand that at times, due to uncontrollable circumstances, it may become necessary for you to cancel a tour. In the event that cancellation does become necessary, the following policy will apply: KTT will have to charge any non-recoverable expenditures made on behalf of the participant at the time of cancellation. These costs would be for tickets, meals, hotels, airline, cruises, etc. Many vendors such as airline companies, cruise lines, motor-coach, hotels, restaurants, and theaters require nonrefundable deposits and payments in advance. Many times these monies are totally non-recoverable. In addition to any nonrecoverable expenditure, there will be a $25 handling fee withheld on all cancellations regardless of the reason to cover the cost of postage, processing, faxes, administrative and telephone expenses. Cancellations made 30 days or less prior to tour departure will be subject to the entire cost of the tour, if a replacement cannot be found. Once the tour departs, no refunds will be made. Refunds are not given for any meals or attractions in which the traveler does not participate while on tour. Notes: The Ten Commandments of Group Travel 1. Thou shall plan to have a great time, and make many precious memories! Think positively! 2. Thou shall bring a good attitude and comfortable walking shoes! 3. Thou shall treat thou fellow travelers as thou would want them to treat thee! 4. Thou shall remember a merry heart doeth good like a medicine. Learn to laugh at yourself and with others! 5. Thou shall trust your tour manager to make the best decisions for the group and thou driver to do all the driving! 6. Thou shall pack only half the cloths you think you need, and that will be to many! 7. Thou shall not worry, all the details have been taken care of for thee! 8. Thou shall learn to listen to instructions, be on time and follow the schedule! 9. Thou are welcome in every city, treat thy people with respect, and thou shall be an honored guest! 10. Thou shall remember no one can ruin your day without your permission! 200 NORTH MILES STREET, ELIZABETHTOWN, KENTUCKY 42701 270-982-8300 www.koinoniatravelsandtours.com [email protected]
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