AGM 2012 - ACCOMODATIONS AND TOURS: BEFORE, AFTER AND DURING THE CRUISE
2012 AGM: May 27 to June 3, 2012
Pre + Post Hotel options:
The Organizing Committee has secured 2 hotels at discounted rates for AGM attendees. One is located in downtown Vancouver and the other in Richmond, BC (airport hotel). Details are as follows:
Downtown Vancouver:
The Empire Landmark Hotel, 1400 Robson Street, Vancouver
To reserve call 1.800.830.6144 and ask for “RCMP Vets Cruise” rate. A 2 night min stay required (can be 1 night prior & 1 night post) to a max of 3 nights pre and/or post cruise.
Buffet Breakfast is also available at a discounted rate at $15 (all inclusive) in the Cloud Nine revolving restaurant with 360 degree views of Vancouver. Regular rate including tax and gratuity is $22.
Note: Reservations made after March 1, 2012 or for one night only will be: Standard Room at $140 plus tax, Deluxe Room at $160 plus tax.
Airport Hotel (Richmond):
Accent Inn, 10551 St Edwards Dr, Richmond
To reserve visit http://www.accentinns.com/vancouver-airport/rcmp-vet-2012-cruise.html or call 1.800-663-0298 and ask for group #5361. This hotel offers complimentary 24 hour airport shuttle as well as complimentary shuttle to the Canada Line station (Light rapid transit to downtown and cruise terminal.
Note: May not be suitable if traveling with a large amount of luggage or have mobility difficulties – see shuttle details below).
Rates are as follows and must be booked by April 25, 2012:
See Tour section below for transfer and city tour option.
*Note: Parking is based on availability so please book early if you require long term parking.
TOURS and TRANSFERS: BEFORE, AFTER AND DURING THE CRUISE
The Organizing Committee has arranged for a trip to Whistler on May 26 (the day before the cruise) as well as 3 options for a Vancouver City Highlights Tour on May 27 which includes a transfer to the cruise ship or airport. See overview below and pdf’s for details and how to reserve your spot.
Pick up: Empire Landmark Hotel, downtown Vancouver (see hotel section above).
Time: 9:30AM
Duration: Approx 7.5 – 8 hours
Cost: $95 per person
Pick up: Accent Inn, Richmond (see hotel section above).
Time: 9:30AM
Duration: Approx 7.5 – 8 hours
Cost: $95 per person
Pick up: Empire Landmark Hotel, downtown Vancouver (see hotel section above)
Time: 10:00AM
Duration: Approx 3.5 hours
Cost: $45 per person
Pick up: Accent Inn, Richmond (see hotel section above)
Time: 9:30
Duration: Approx 3.5 hours
Cost: $45 per person
Pick up: Vancouver Airport
Time: 10:30
Duration: Approx 3.5 hours
Cost: $45 per person
Pick up: Cruise Terminal
Time: 8:00 AM
Duration: Approx 3.5 hours
Cost: $50 per person
Pick up: Vancouver Cruise Terminal (Canada Place)
Time: 10:00 AM
Duration: Approx 1.5 - 2 hours
Cost: $15 per person
Pick up: Vancouver Cruise Terminal (Canada Place)
Time: 8:30 AM
Duration: 45 min
Cost: $30 per person
We are also pleased to partner with Rocky Mountaineer for Rocky Mountain, Whistler and Victoria packages. 2012 pricing will be available shortly. To book or more information, please contact Expedia CruiseShipCenters Coquitlam at rcmpvets2012_[AT]_cruiseshipcenters.com
Shore Excursions:
The AGM Organizing Committee is pleased to offer the following information for shore excursions while on your AGM 2012 Cruise. ShoreTrips is an independent company that specializes in activities for cruise passengers and is a preferred supplier of Expedia CruiseShipCenters.
They are offering a selection of shore excursions in order to enable guests that are part of the 2012 AGM to experience excursions together. Don’t be disappointed – book early.
Each destination offered has been personally visited by the owners and, after much research and personal contact, the best of the guides and operators are selected for you to enjoy. Their specialty is more personal service and the ability to keep a group together. If there is an activity that you are particularly interested in and you don't see on the list of offered tours, you may find it on www.shoretrips.com These can be added to our RCMP Veterans group of tours.
To view available excursions:
Please visit www.shoretrips.com and click on the “Groups” tab across the top of the page where you can then “FIND” your group by typing 'RCMP' in the box and hitting enter. You will then see the link for the RCMP Veterans and you click on the link for a listing of tours. For assistance, you may also contact ShoreTrips at 1.888.355.0220 and mention you are part of the RCMP Veterans Group or contact Expedia CruiseShipCenters Coquitlam at rcmpvets2012_[AT]_cruiseshipcenters.com and an Organizing Committee team member will be happy to assist you.
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