Portugal- NH Marina Portimão Resort

Experience the unique beauty and charm of the Algarve!

Portugal’s Algarve province, with its magnetic Moorish appeal, has become a Mecca for snowbirds trying to escape the harsh reality of winter. It’s also one of Europe’s most picturesque and friendly holiday destinations. The Algarve is what most of us envision the Mediterranean to be. The whitewashed villages cascade into the sea. Cobblestoned streets are lined with outdoor cafes, bistros, wine bars, and markets full of fresh fruits and vegetables. The weather is wonderfully spring like and invigorating.

Your Portugal holiday includes transportation (as selected), accommodation (as selected), local transfers (airport/hotel/airport), and the services of a Travac Tours Director while at your destination.

Early booking is your best guarantee of enjoying this great holiday.

2026 Packages at the NH Marina Portimão Resort:

February 16 – March 24, 2026 (5 weeks)

Total selling price including all taxes:

NH Marina Resort

One Bedroom Marina View

Double occupancy:  $5049 per person ($4,199 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $7759 ($6,909 + $850 tax).

February 16 – March 17, 2026 (4 weeks)

Total selling price including all taxes:

NH Marina Resort

One Bedroom Marina View

Double occupancy:  $4709 per person ($3,859 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6889 ($6,039 + $850 tax).

February 23 – March 17, 2026 (3 weeks)

Total selling price including all taxes:

NH Marina Resort

One Bedroom Marina View

Double occupancy:  $4309 per person ($3,459 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6029 ($5,179 + $850 tax).

Hotel Information


NH Marina Portimão Resort

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Marina, 8500-843
Portimão, Portugal

+351 282 460 200



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Portugal- Marina Club Lagos Resort

Experience the unique beauty and charm of the Algarve!

Portugal’s Algarve province, with its magnetic Moorish appeal, has become a Mecca for snowbirds trying to escape the harsh reality of winter. It’s also one of Europe’s most picturesque and friendly holiday destinations. The Algarve is what most of us envision the Mediterranean to be. The whitewashed villages cascade into the sea. Cobblestoned streets are lined with outdoor cafes, bistros, wine bars, and markets full of fresh fruits and vegetables. The weather is wonderfully spring like and invigorating.

Your Portugal holiday includes transportation (as selected), accommodation (as selected), local transfers (airport/hotel/airport), and the services of a Travac Tours Director while at your destination.

Early booking is your best guarantee of enjoying this great holiday.

2026 Packages at the Marina Club Lagos Resort:

February 16 – March 24, 2026 (5 weeks)

Total selling price including all taxes:

Marina Club Resort

One Bedroom Land View

Double occupancy:  $4399 per person ($3,549 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6579 ($5,729 + $850 tax).

One Bedroom Pool View

Double occupancy:  $4599 per person ($3,749 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6749 ($5,899 + $850 tax).

February 16 – March 17, 2026 (4 weeks)

Total selling price including all taxes:

Marina Club Resort

One Bedroom Land View

Double occupancy:  $4289 per person ($3,439 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6299 ($5,449 + $850 tax).

One Bedroom Pool View

Double occupancy:  $4499 per person ($3,649 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6849 ($5,999 + $850 tax).

 

Albufeira, Portugal

 

 

Hotel Information


Marina Club Lagos Resort

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Marina de Lagos, Lote 20
Lagos, Portugal
8600-315
+351 282 790 600



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Portugal- Hotel Brisa Sol

Experience the unique beauty and charm of the Algarve!

Portugal’s Algarve province, with its magnetic Moorish appeal, has become a Mecca for snowbirds trying to escape the harsh reality of winter. It’s also one of Europe’s most picturesque and friendly holiday destinations. The Algarve is what most of us envision the Mediterranean to be. The whitewashed villages cascade into the sea. Cobblestoned streets are lined with outdoor cafes, bistros, wine bars, and markets full of fresh fruits and vegetables. The weather is wonderfully spring like and invigorating.

Your Portugal holiday includes transportation (as selected), accommodation (as selected), local transfers (airport/hotel/airport), and the services of a Travac Tours Director while at your destination.

Early booking is your best guarantee of enjoying this great holiday.

2026 Packages at the Hotel Brisa Sol:

February 6 – March 14, 2026 (5 weeks)

Total selling price including all taxes:

Brisa Sol

Studio Pool View

Double occupancy:  $4489 per person ($3,639 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6109 ($5,259 + $850 tax).

One Bedroom Land View

Double occupancy:  $4719 per person ($3,869 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6569 ($5,719 + $850 tax).

One Bedroom Pool View

Double occupancy:  $4919 per person ($4,069 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $7069 ($6,219 + $850 tax).

March 6 – April 4, 2026 (4 weeks)

Total selling price including all taxes:

Brisa Sol

Studio Pool View

Double occupancy:  $4199 per person ($3,349 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $5699 ($4,849 + $850 tax).

One Bedroom Land View

Double occupancy:  $4429 per person ($3,579 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6169 ($5,319 + $850 tax).

One Bedroom Pool View

Double occupancy:  $4639 per person ($3,789 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6589 ($5,739 + $850 tax).

February 2-24, 2026 (3 weeks)

Total selling price including all taxes:

Brisa Sol

Studio Pool View

Double occupancy:  $3709 per person ($2,859 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $4859 ($4,009 + $850 tax).

One Bedroom Land View

Double occupancy:  $3879 per person ($3,029 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $5199 ($4,349 + $850 tax).

One Bedroom Pool View

Double occupancy:  $4039 per person ($3,189 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $5509 ($4,659 + $850 tax).

 

Albufeira, Portugal

 

 

Hotel Information


Hotel Brisa Sol

Hotel website



Hotel Address
R. do Município 27, 8200-161
Albufeira, Portugal

+351 289 580 420



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Ontario- Pelee Island, Windsor, and Niagara Getaway

June 14-18, 2026

A passage to Pelee Island and Windsor, combined with a stop in Niagara Falls, is an excellent getaway. The climate of the Lake Erie Islands Archipelago boasts the highest heat units in the country and the longest frost-free season in Ontario. This helps make the flora and fauna of Pelee Island rather unique.

There are many facets to Travac’s marvellous getaway. You’ll enjoy a Rum Runners tour that lets you understand the nefarious lifestyle of Windsor during the 1920’s. During your adventure, you’ll experience Pelee Island through the eyes of a local professional guide, visit a local winery with a tasting. You’ll also stop at Willistead Manor House, once the residence of Edward Walker, the second son of Hiram Walker, one of the principal icons of the spirits industry during its formative years.

Your holiday includes roundtrip transportation on a deluxe chartered coach, 4 nights’ accommodation, 2 lunches, a full sightseeing program, and the services of a Travac Tours Director. Early booking is your best guarantee of obtaining space on this fabulous getaway.

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

Ottawa to Leamington

Early this morning, you will depart Carlingwood Mall for Leamington by private motor coach. Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel. The remainder of the evening is free to explore your surroundings.

Overnight – Quality Inn Leamington (or similar)

Day 2

Pelee Island Adventure

After your breakfast at the hotel, we will make our way to Pelee Island by ferry. As your journey begins to Pelee Island, the ferry slowly leaves the mainland and drifts into the horizon on the warm waters of Lake Erie. During this 90-minute crossing, take this time to relax and chat with your travelling companions on the ferry’s open air upper deck.

Pelee Island’s magical charm has been coined the Canadian Caribbean. With summer temperatures that mimic the famed Bordeaux region of France, Pelee Island is a winemaker’s paradise, though you needn’t love wine to love your time on the island. Sand beaches dot the shoreline, and trails criss-cross the island, while rare species of birds soar over it all.

Our local guide will meet us on arrival at Pelee Island Winery. We will have time to see the island and then enjoy both a tasting and a tour of the facility. Lunch is also included at the facility. Your day visit will be spent exploring the island under the guidance of a local tour professional. Once we have arrived back on the mainland, we will make our way to Windsor. Your evening will be free.  (B, L)

Overnight – Holiday Inn Express Windsor Waterfront (or similar)

Day 3

The Rum Runners Tour

This morning after your included breakfast you will be met by “The Rum Runners Tour” acting troupe. The group will take you on a journey through prohibition of the 1920s and 30s in Windsor. This tour includes visits to MacKenzie Hall and Bedford United Church, after your lunch and Rum Runner’s show you’ll be off to Willistead Manor House for a visit. Your evening will again be free.  (B, L)

Overnight – Holiday Inn Express Windsor Waterfront (or similar)

Day 4

Niagara Falls

This morning after breakfast, you will depart Windsor for your drive to Niagara Falls. Upon arrival, you will have a free day in Niagara to do some exploring and shopping. Your Travac Tour Director will have some optional tours to offer ($).  (B)

Overnight – Niagara Falls at the Hilton Fallsview (or similar)

Day 5

Niagara Falls to Ottawa

On this day, after a free morning in Niagara you will begin your journey back to Ottawa. You can expect to arrive back at Carlingwood Mall in the evening.  (B)

Itinerary and hotels subject to change.

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Hotel Information


Quality Inn Leamington (or similar)

Hotel website



Hotel Address
279 Erie St S
Leamington , ON
N8H 3C4
(519) 326-9071


Holiday Inn Express Windsor Waterfront (or similar)

Hotel website



Hotel Address
33 Riverside Dr E
Windsor, ON
N9A 2S4
(519) 258-7774


Niagara Falls at the Hilton Fallsview (or similar)

Hotel website



Hotel Address
6361 Fallsview Blvd
Niagara Falls, ON
L2G 3V9
(905) 354-7887



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Grand Rail Tour of Switzerland

Join Travac this Fall for an unforgettable adventure through Switzerland by panoramic train!  Travelling through picturesque towns with breathtaking train rides and thrilling excursions, you will see many of Switzerland’s most notable attractions including the Jungfrau Region, Matterhorn, Landwasser Viaduct, Brusio Circular Viaduct, and the Chapel Bridge.  Our tour begins in the cultural epicentre of Zurich.  We travel west to east through Luzern, Interrlaken, Montreaux, Zermatt, Lugano, St. Moritz, then finally back to Zurich.  

 

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

Depart Ottawa

This afternoon you will depart on your overnight flights from Ottawa to Zurich. You will be served a dinner and a continental breakfast on board your overnight flights.

Day 2

Arrival in Zurich

On arrival in Zurich, we will have a private coach from airport to Zurich city Centre. Enjoy a guided tour of Zurich’s old town before boarding the coach back to the hotel for check-in.

Welcome dinner in a local restaurant (D).

Day 3

Lucerne-Interlaken Express

Breakfast at the hotel.

Separate Luggage Transfer to the next hotel.

We will take the train from Zurich Main Station to Lucerne where we will have lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, continue to Interlaken on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express.

Dinner at hotel (B, L, D)

Day 4

Jungfraujoch and Goldenpass Express

Breakfast at the hotel.

Separate Luggage Transfer to the next hotel

This morning ascend to the famed Jungfraujoch – the so-called “Top of Europe” for some spectacular views of the surrounding mountains.

Enjoy a 3-course lunch at the top of Jungfraujoch before descending to catch the Goldenpass Express to Montreux.

Dinner at hotel (B, L, D)

Day 5

Zermatt

Breakfast at the hotel.

Separate Luggage Transfer to the next hotel

This morning is at your leisure to explore Montreux.

In the afternoon, board the train to Zermatt where you have the rest of the day at your leisure.

Dinner at hotel (B, D)

Day 6

Glacier Express

Breakfast at the hotel.

Separate Luggage Transfer to the next hotel

This morning, we will take a local train from Zermatt to Brig. In Brig, board the world renown Glacier Express – the slowest Express train in the world – all the way to St. Moritz.

A 3-course lunch will be served on board as the train meanders past stunning picturesque landscape and over spectacular bridges

Dinner at hotel (B, L, D)

Day 7

Bernina Express, Tirano and Lugano

Breakfast at the hotel

Separate Luggage Transfer to the next hotel

Another panoramic train today from St. Moritz to the Italian town of Tirano. Enjoy a hearty 3-course lunch. In the afternoon, board a bus (part of the Bernina Express) all the way to Lugano. (B, L)

Day 8

Gotthard Panorama Express

Breakfast at the hotel.

Separate Luggage Transfer to the next hotel

Take the early service of the Gotthard Panorama Express through the historic Gotthard tunnel to Flüelen on Lake Lucerne.

In Flüelen, board a boat for Lucerne where a 3-course lunch will be served.

On arrival in Lucerne enjoy a short, guided tour of the historic city. Afterwards, continue to Zurich by train. (B, L)

Day 9

Zurich (free day)

Breakfast at the hotel

Enjoy the day at your leisure to explore wonderful Zurich.

(B)

Day 10

Return to Canada

After breakfast, we will travel to the Zurich airport for our return flights to Ottawa. (B)

Itinerary and hotels are subject to change.

No checked baggage is boarded on the train – be sure you have a day bag for necessities you require throughout the day. The trains do NOT stop enroute. The lunches included when on a train are served at your seat.

For more details on the trains, please click here.

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Hotel Information


Hotel Alexander (or similar)

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Niederdorfstrasse 40, 8001
Zurich, Switzerland

+41 44 251 82 03


Grand Hotel Beau Rivage (or similar)

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Höheweg 211, 3800
Interlaken, Switzerland

+41 33 826 70 07


Hotel Eden Palace au Lac (or similar)

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Rue du Théâtre 11, 1820
Montreaux, Switzerland

+41 21 966 08 00


Hotel Derby (or similar)

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Bahnhofstrasse 22, 3920
Zermatt, Switzerland

+41 27 966 39 99


Hotel Steffani (or similar)

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Via Traunter plazzas 6, 7500
St Moritz, Switzerland

+41 81 836 96 96


Hotel City Lugano (or similar)

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Via Giuseppe Bagutti 4, 6900
Lugano, Switzerland

+41 91 222 09 00



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