Bloomfield, NJ – December 19, 2006 – Club ABC Tours, one of the largest
private travel clubs in the country, invites travelers to enjoy the culturally
rich and thoroughly modern city of Lisbon, Portugal. Its 6-day independent
air/land travel package, “Lisbon Weekend Escape,” starts at just $899 per
person and includes roundtrip airfare on regularly scheduled flights from
Newark, roundtrip airport to hotel transfers, 4-star accommodations, buffet
breakfast daily, hotel taxes and service charges, as well as a half-day
panoramic city tour. Prices are based on double occupancy and include fuel
and handling charges. Departures from other U.S. cities are available at an
additional cost. Because of limited availability, early reservations are
recommended.
Old World Meets the New
Located on the Iberian Peninsula, Portugal has a rich mix of architecture,
culture and history. During the 15th century, it was a naval powerhouse and
home to Ferdinand Magellan, the first man to circumnavigate the world.
Baixa, the center of Lisbon, Portugal’s capital city, is being considered for
UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Popular tourist attractions include
Aqueduct of the Free Waters, Belem Tower, Lisbon Cathedral, Monument of
the Discoveries, Museums of Ancient Art and Portuguese-Style Tile Mosaics,
and the National Theater of Saint Carlos.
Lisbon also enjoys a contemporary side, offering an active nightlife, shopping
and world-class dining. From its music-driven bars, to its boutiques and
shopping malls stocked with both discounted brands and top international
fashion brands, to its fine selection of restaurants known for their grilled-fish
specialties, the city’s beat is diverse and distinctive. Best of all, non-
European Union residents can experience it all tax-free. On average, the
city’s weather is moderate, with a whopping 3,300 hours of sun per year.
The Accommodations – Centrally Located and Well Appointed
For this special “Lisbon City Stay” promotion, travelers will stay at the Hotel
Mundial, a large 4-star hotel located in the heart of Lisbon, near Rossio
Square. Recently renovated, the hotel features a full range of services,
including car rental, currency exchange, travel assistance and 24-hour room
service. Its most attractive feature is a rooftop terrace overlooking the
Castle of Saint George and its surroundings.
“While Lisbon has a very young and trendy feel, it still maintains its traditional
elements,” says Robert Paris, Club ABC Tours’ Co-president. “Club ABC’s half-
day panoramic city tour is an ideal way for travelers to get their bearings,
see a few of the major attractions, and enjoy a relaxing wine tasting in
Alfama, one of the city’s oldest quarters. They then have plenty of time to
enjoy all that Lisbon has to offer and to really make the stay their own.”
About Club ABC Tours
Club ABC Tours is a members-only travel club that has been providing
outstanding vacation values since 1966. Most packages include airfare and
feature either first class or deluxe accommodations (4- and 5-Star only).
Members book directly with Club ABC by phone, online or by mail. Membership
is available for only $30 per year, $45 for two years, or $60 for three years.
Each membership covers a maximum of two adults per household and their
dependent children. For more information, please log on to www.clubabc.com.
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