Long Stay in Sunny Portugal: February 15th, 2025

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*Prices are CAD per person, based on double occupancy in a sea view one-bedroom apartment, with a kitchenette. Exact room assignment in this room category, is based on the hotel.

*Room size is 46 sq/m (approximately 495 sq/ft) 

*Single Supplement: On a request basis 

*ONLY 5 SEA VIEW ROOMS AVAILABLE! MORE ROOMS AVAILABLE ON A REQUEST BASIS (including a two bedrooms option)

Member-Exclusive Long Stay in Portugal: February 15-March 13, 2025

Join other members on this Long Stay Vacation in Sunny Portugal! Immerse yourself into the Portuguese culture and enjoy a warmer climate with sunny skies.

This trip starts in Lisbon for 1 night before transferring down to the Algarve and staying for 22 nights at the beachfront Jardim do Vau to rest and relax in this tranquil area near Portimão. Then return back to Lisbon for 2 final nights to explore this historic capital city, prior to returning home (or travelling elsewhere – such as a river cruise or to stay in Northern Portugal – Porto).

*Packaged price is based on arrival into Lisbon on February 16th (arrival prior to 4 PM for welcome dinner this evening) with a departure on March 13th, 2025. See itinerary tab for full details. 

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!

Lisbon Hotel (1 night): Bessa Hotel  (https://liberdade.bessahotel.com/) or Avani Hotel (https://www.avanihotels.com/en/lisbon)

Algarve Hotel (22 nights): Jardim do Vau (https://www.jardimdovau.com.pt/en/)

Lisbon Hotel (2 nights): Bessa Hotel (https://liberdade.bessahotel.com/) or Avani Hotel (https://www.avanihotels.com/en/lisbon)

OPTIONAL 4-NIGHT PRE-TOUR EXTENSION TO PORTO! MORE DETAILS TO COME…

What’s Included:

• 3 night stay in a Lisbon hotel – 4* Bessa Hotel or Avani Hotel (1 pre night) / 4* Bessa Hotel or Avani Hotel (2 post nights) – standard room
• 22 night stay at 4* Jardim do Vau (near Portimão) in a sea view one bedroom apartment (living room + kitchen + bedroom + private washroom). This 4* Apartment/Hotel is facing south with plenty of sun and it’s located on the beach. Nice quality apartments, with an outdoor and indoor pool. Only 1.5 kms to Praia da Rocha (restaurant area, shops and bars). Supermarket is located near the hotel and a bus stop is near the hotel that goes to Praia da Rocha and Alvor (fisherman village).
• Half Day tour of Cascais, Sintra, Guincho beach and Estoril
• 1 Welcome Dinner (*flights must arrive before 4 PM into Lisbon on February 16th)
• Meeting room at the Jardim do Vau in the Algarve for a group meeting prior to 22 night long stay commences. A representative will provide information about the Algarve, excursions available, rent a car options, etc. Also, a representative from guest relations will provide details about the hotel facilities, supermarkets, restaurants etc.
• Buffet breakfast included in Lisbon hotel and self-catering in Jardim do Vau hotel
• Group or Private transfer from Lisbon Airport to the Hotel in Lisbon
• Group transfer from the Hotel in Lisbon to the Hotel in Algarve
• Group transfer from the Hotel in Algarve to the Hotel in Lisbon
• Group or Private transfer from the Hotel in Lisbon to Lisbon Airport
• Free Wi-Fi available at hotels

Not included:

• International Airfare – Trip Merchant is happy to book airfare based on requests (multiple gateways available)
• Travel insurance (medical/trip cancellation and interruption insurance). *Proof of insurance will be required. Trip Merchant is happy to recommend options for medical/trip cancellation insurance if required.
• Lisbon City Tax not included – €uro 2 per person, per night, to be paid directly by client to hotel
• Meals not mentioned
• Drinks during meals (unless otherwise specified in itinerary)
• Porterage, Excursions, Gratuities, all other services not mentioned in the inclusions
• Excursions while in the Algarve
• Optional welcome package: Bottle of wine, 6 eggs, Salt, Pepper, Butter, Milk, Tea, Bread, Cheese, Orange juice, Water – $50 CAD per one bedroom room

** Pre/Post Nights and Welcome Package must be paid by Final Payment.

Terms and Conditions:

$500 per person deposit | If you cancel prior to June 15th, 2024, then $250 per person is refunded and the remaining $250 per person becomes a Future Travel Credit to be used on any TMJ group departure up to 2 years beyond original date of travel. Deposit becomes non-refundable and cannot be converted to a Future Travel Credit after June 15th, 2024.

Final Balance: December 1st, 2024 (100% non-refundable after final payment)

*International airfare will be handled on a case by case basis (once ticketed airline cancellation fees/terms will apply)