Insight Vacations Takes Travellers on a Historical Journey Honouring Canada's Heroes

Military historian Dr. Jody Perrun takes Canadians to explore the battlefields in Europe on a special departure


TORONTO, Nov. 11, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On Remembrance Day, Insight Vacations (www.insightvacations.com), the leader in premium and luxury escorted journeys, pays tribute to Canada's heroes - the men and women who have served, and continue to serve Canada during times of war, conflict and peace. Canada remembers the more than 1,500,000 Canadians who have served throughout our nation's history.

Canadians can join military historian Dr. Jody Perrun, guest lecturer at University of Winnipeg and Royal Military College, on the Insight Vacations Canadian Battlefields of Europe for a full scope of historical Canadian battlefields and memorial sites, while seeing the region's beauty, culture, cuisine and art.

"This year has been a significant since 2014 marks the 100th Anniversary of the Great War and the 70th Anniversary of the D-Day Landings, so we want to ensure that Canada's tremendous contribution is told in the most accurate and insightful manner," said Cris David, president, Insight Vacations Canada. "We are thrilled to have Dr. Jody Perrun return with his extensive knowledge on WWI and WWII for another year to lead our Battlefields trip which is a testament to how well-received he was on our first guided Battlefields escorted journey in 2014."

This special departure starts in Amsterdam with an Insight Signature Experience aboard a private canal boat to see traditional Dutch-gabled houses and picturesque bridges. New for 2015, Canadian Battlefields of Europe will now include a visit to Holten to attend the candlelight remembrance ceremony at the Canadian War Cemetery. In Wageningen, guests will see the 70th National Liberation Parade and enjoy a Signature Evening at Deventer Tattoo for musical entertainment from Holland as well as some Canadian pipe and drum bands. Guests will travel to Ypres to visit the famous Flanders Fields, tour the Tyne Cot Cemetery and St. Julien Memorial, and stop in the town of Passchendaele. Special stops also include the Canadian National Vimy Memorial at Vimy Ridge, the Franco-British Memorial at Thiepval, and the Museum of Great War at Peronne. In Caen, guests will have a poignant moment at Juno Beach, site of the D-Day landings, and visit the Canadian War Cemetary. On their way to Paris, guests will stop in Saint-Denis and visit the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Denis. The escorted journey ends in Paris with sightseeing led by a "Local Expert" - guests will see all the fabulous sights including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower. A 'Diner de Celebration' Signature Dining experience at an authentic Parisian bistro is the culmination of this special trip. Canadian Battlefields of Europe runs from May 2-16, 2015 and costs $4,550* per person, per twin share.

When guests book and pay the deposit by January 15, 2015 they can save $200** per person. To book this escorted journey or for more information, please visit www.insightvacations.com, contact Insight's Sale Centre at 1-800-387-8490 or speak with your local travel agent.

*Terms & Conditions : The price shown is land only based on twin share per person. Single supplement is an additional charge $1,680 on a request basis only. A non-refundable, non-transferrable deposit of $200 per person is required within 3 days of booking. Balance in full due 70 days prior. Excludes: AIR FARE, any item not mentioned in the itinerary, personal expenses, drinks, optional excursions, gratuities to the Tour Director, Driver and Local Guides. Airport Transfers: If flights do not qualify, Insight Vacations can arrange for transfers at an additional cost or guests can make their own way to the/from hotel/airport. No refund for missed or unused transfers. Operation of tour requires a minimum to depart. Should these not be met, Insight Vacations reserves the right to alter or cancel arrangements. Insight Vacations reserves the right to vary itineraries/hotels/venues should circumstances (i.e. weather, traffic or timing) dictate, as well as cancel in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. **Discounts: Book and deposit by Jan 15 and save $200 per person. Frequent Traveller Discount is applicable. No other discounts, brochure discounts, trade discounts etc. are applicable with this tour. Other conditions may apply. For all other Booking Conditions and other important information please visit www.insightvacations.com/ca .

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