the art of the tulipkeukenhof • tours of ruben’s house and gardens, and unique city tours •...
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What could be better than touring the great gardens of Holland and Belgium in
springtime? Touring them with an acclaimed Botanical Artist, of course! On this
unique Artist in Residence river cruise, you will get to explore the culture, history
and art of the tulip in the famed historical gardens of the Low Countries. With
onboard lectures and demonstrations, you will experience directly the history
and cultural impact of the tulip. Combined with one on one art instruction, you
will come home with memories and an artistic reminder of what you have seen
and learned. This is an art vacation unlike any other.
THE ART OF THE TULIPMarch 30 – April 7, 2017
Artist in Residence: Margaret Best
• Art Journal Book, drawing materials
included
• Garden tours of the Winter Garden,
Leiden Hortus Botanicus, and the famed
Keukenhof
• Tours of Ruben’s House and Gardens,
and unique city tours
• Onboard lectures, demonstrations and
instruction
• Cheese tasting, beer and chocolate tours
Margaret graduated as a teacher and taught art in Cape Town, South Africa before immigrating to
Canada. Since 1999, she has dedicated her work to botanical art. Over the past 13 years her watercolours
have been exhibited in England, Canada, numerous ASBA international juried exhibitions in the United
States and the 12th International Exhibition at the Hunt Institute, Pittsburgh. In 2012, the Bermuda
Society of Artists hosted a successful solo exhibition of her paintings titled Bermuda Botanica. On a
regular basis Margaret authors and illustrates articles for Canadian Wildlife Magazine. She has also
completed 11 designs for coins released by the Royal Canadian Mint.
Since 2005, Margaret has maintained an active teaching schedule, offering workshops in graphite, colored pencil and watercolor
in a number of countries including Canada, USA, England, Bermuda, Italy, South Africa, Spain, and Morocco. Her work is found
in the collection of The Hunt Institute of Botanical Documentation, Kew Library Collection and numerous private and corporate
collections around the globe. Margaret is also a member of the Florilegium Society of the Royal Botanical Gardens, in Sydney
Australia. Margaret is an engaging and influential teacher who brings a lifelong passion for her work to her instruction.
ARTIST IN RESIDENCE: MARGARET BEST
THE ART OF THE TULIP HIGHLIGHTS
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FROM ABOUT$3,190 US
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$4,145 CAD( )
THE SHIP: MS SELECT BELLEJOURThis four star + vessel, with a crew dedicated to your comfort and creating lifelong memories of a river cruise, will be your home for
this once in a lifetime vacation. While on board you will be pampered with delicious local cuisine, local wines and engaging onboard
entertainment. Relax in the wellness area, lounge on deck and enjoy springtime at its best. Quiet water, unpack once, and enjoy this 9-day
unique artistic experience. Artist in Residence river cruises are designed to provide a unique artistic vacation experience with noted artists.
Customized excursions enhance your creative and artistic understanding and abilities while enjoying a first class European vacation.
THE ART OF THE TULIP
SAILING AND EXCURSION PROGRAM - MARCH 30 – APRIL 7, 2017
INCLUSIONS• Airport transfers
• Pre-cruise hotel and excursions
• Unique excursions with tour escort and
Artist in Residence
• Onboard lectures and demonstrations
• House wine and beer
• Gourmet meals
• 4 *+ Accommodations
• Gratuities
• Partner program options
TO BOOK YOUR CRUISE TODAY - CONTACT:SANDIE HARMAN
DAY DESTINATION ARRIVAL DEPARTURE EXCURSION/TIMING/NOTES1 Thursday Amsterdam (The Netherlands) Afternoon - Overnight in Hotel – Amsterdam
Rijksmuseum – Amsterdam
2 Friday Amsterdam (The Netherlands) 0900 1400 Flower market - Amsterdam Time at leisure - Amsterdam
2 Friday Amsterdam (The Netherlands) 1500 - Embarkation MS Select Bellejour - Amsterdam
3 Saturday - 0300
Kinderdijk (The Netherlands) 0900 1200 Tulip Ottoman Era, drawing workshop
Dordrecht (The Netherlands) 1300 2300 City tour and cheese tasting - Dordrecht
4 Sunday Brussels (Belgium) 1300 2300 Winter garden tour - Mechelen
5 Monday Antwerp (Belgium) 0830 2300 Contemporary tulip painting workshopRuben’s House - AntwerpBeer and chocolate tour - Antwerp
6 Tuesday Ghent (Belgium) 0600 1900 Time at leisure – Ghent City tour - Bruges
7 Wednesday Rotterdam (The Netherlands) 0800 2130 Botanical gardens & Museum of the Black Tulip – Leiden
8 Thursday Amsterdam (The Netherlands) 0330 - Windmills & boat cruise – Kinderdijk Keukenhof Gardens – Lisse
9 Friday Amsterdam (The Netherlands) 0900 Disembarkation MS Select Bellejour - Amsterdam
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Produced in association withArtist in Residence Cultural Excursions
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RUBENS STATUE ANTWERP KEUKENHOF GARDEN AMSTERDAM
Vision Travel Solutions251 Consumers Rd. Suite 700Toronto, ON, CanadaM2J 4R3
416-407-1830 or 705-657-7196www.visiontravel.ca/sandieharman Email: sandie.harman@visiontravel.ca
No: 50018498
In the unlikely event that the artist is unable to join the cruise, we reserve the right to provide a replacement escort. Escort is based on a minimum of 20 passengers travelling. A non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking, final payment is due 90 days prior to departure. We strongly recommend the purchase of travel insurance in the event you are forced to cancel your departure.
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