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FALL UPDATE  2014
Hello Maralyn,

Holiday Season is here and we have lots of experiences throughout Cascadia to keep you invigorated this winter!  Whether you’re looking to get outside and play in the snow, or to warm up in a steaming mineral pool with a glass of wine, or to chase down the festive spirit of the holidays, we have adventures for all of winter’s greatest pleasures.  Join us!
DECEMBER 1 – 26, 2014
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December is a magical time in Victoria and one of the best times of year to visit, from the festive atmosphere and holiday excitement, to the incredible shopping and dining opportunities.  This package includes luxurious accommodations at TripAdvisor’s #1 rated hotel in the area with access to their hot 
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mineral pools overlooking the ocean.  Includes tickets to It’s Christmas! a holiday show served up with a 3-course meal in the hotel’s dinner theater, plus a pass to visit the world famous Butchart Garden Holiday Lights display. You’ll enjoy plenty of free time to spend your days exploring, shopping, or relaxing in the hotel spa and pools or add-on a private culinary tour of Oak Bay!

PACKAGE INCLUDES

  • Two luxurious nights at Oak Bay Beach Hotel   
    Butchart Garden Holiday Lights Display, Victoria
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  • Christmas show with 3-course dinner at the David Foster Foundation Theatre
  • 24 hour access to heated ocean side mineral pools
  • Complimentary valet parking
  • Full hot breakfast daily
  • Pass for The Butchart Gardens–  experience the 12 Days of Christmas lights display, outdoor ice skating rink and nightly Christmas Carolers!
Price: $485 USD plus tax per person based on party of 2*
*Price is subject to change based on currency conversion rate, size of party and availability.

CONTACT US TO BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY GETAWAY! 

OPTIONAL ADD-ONS

  • Kenmore Air by Michael Bertrand
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    Round Trip Flight From Seattle: Soar from Seattle’s Lake Union to Victoria’s Inner Harbour aboard a Kenmore Air Seaplane!

    • $344 USD per person
  • Transportation to Butchart Garden from Hotel: Arrive in style with an Oak Bay Beach Hotel transfer in a Rolls Royce or Mercedes Benz.
    • $235 USD per group
  • Culinary Tour: Enjoy a private indulgent roving lunch while experiencing the beautiful seaside village of Oak Bay through its gastronomic tastes and tales. Indulge in local seafood, charcuterie, cheese, handcrafted sweets and seasonal artisan specialties. Sip on tea, ale, wine and Whiskey while hearing Oak Bay’s gastronomic stories from the culinary cast of chefs, artisans, sommeliers and aficionados you will meet along the way.  Pick-up and drop-off directly at Oak Bay Beach Hotel.
    • $160 USD per person
W I N T E R   W O N D E R L  A N D   A D V E N T U R E S

Group Ski/ Snowshoe
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Don’t get cooped up inside, get out and play!  We’ll show you how to strap on some snowshoes and hike high above the trails while spotting for wildlife, frozen waterfalls and incredible views!  Transportation in luxury Mercedes Benz vans or SUVs, gourmet Cascadian Safari fare to fuel the adventure, local wine to warm you up, and a naturalist guide to bring your surroundings to life.Join one of our scheduled departures with a maximum of 10 guests, or contact us to create a private custom experience for any size group on any day of the week!
From Seattle | Thu, Sat | 8:00a – 6:00p | $225 per person | max 10 guests
From Seattle | Fri, Sun | 7:30a – 7:00p | $225 per person | max 10 guests
From Portland | Wed, Sat | 8:00a – 6:00p | $215 | max 10 guests
H O L I D A Y   L I G H T S   &   T A S T I N G   T O U R S !
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“BREWS & BULBS” CRAFT BREWS & LIGHTS TOURS
FROM SEATTLE & PORTLAND

Grab a group of friends, family members or coworkers for a holiday party on wheels! We’ll visit three distinctly different breweries to taste the taps and learn about the brewing process.  Get a behind-the-scenes tour of beer making in action and hear the stories behind the brews.  In addition to lagers and ales, compare seasonal holiday brews, which not only tout the flavors of the season, but are often aged in bourbon barrels throughout the year.  In between breweries, travel in luxurious Mercedes Sprinters throughout the city’s festive neighborhoods lined with dazzling lights that take holiday spirit to the extreme.December 12 – 28 | 4.5 – 5 hours | $95 per person | See links above for schedule | 21+OPTIONAL ADD-ON FOR PRIVATE GROUPS!  Opt for a brewer’s dinner including a four or five-course seasonal dinner with beer pairings and discussions with the Brewer and Chef.Our escapes seat a maximum of 10, or make this a private party anytime for any size group


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PRIVATE “BARRELS & BULBS” WINE & LIGHTS TOURS
FROM SEATTLE & PORTLAND

This private customizable holiday party on wheels will highlight three to four urban wineries or tasting rooms including a behind-the-scenes tour.  Ride in style in one of our Mercedes Benz vans or a limo coach for larger groups through the city’s most festive neighborhoods that take holiday lights to the extreme.  Enjoy appetizers such as a charcuterie platter of local meats and cheeses, then cap the evening with dessert and chocolates at the final winery of the evening, OR opt to go all the way and enjoy a multi-course, paired winemaker’s dinner.

December Only | 4 – 5 hours | Starts at $195 per person | Any size group | 21+


Use code HOLIDAYESCAPE for 10% off any
scheduled small group day tour from Seattle or Portland
M E E T   O U R   G U I D E S
 We’re not just guides, we’re Escape Artists. 
 
ANGIE SIPE
I was born and raised in Seattle and developed a love for the outdoors at an early age, especially while on outings to Mt. Rainier and Mt. St. Helens. I moved to a small town in Alaska during high school and fell in love with the natural 
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beauty and recreation opportunities. I joined the Army where my love of travel began while stationed in Germany. My first career as an airplane mechanic lasted about 20 years. During that time I worked for Boeing and then back up to Alaska to work for small companies that flew tourists and climbers up to Denali, occasionally having to fix an airplane on one of the glaciers (very cool spot to work)! In the summer of 2007 I decided to take a break from wrenching and was a hiking guide full time in Denali State Park. I was hooked and decided I wanted my second career to be in outdoor recreation. I moved back to Seattle, got my B.S. in Parks and Recreation Management, and worked for two summers as a Park Ranger at Olympic National Park before discovering Evergreen Escapes. I continue to travel at every opportunity and take advantage of the hiking, biking, and kayaking that is everywhere in the beautiful Pacific Northwest!
Check out Angie’s awesome reviews on TripAdvisor
We sincerely hope that you come visit us in Cascadia soon! In the meantime, follow us on Instagram at @EvergreenEscapes for inspiration for your next trip to our beautiful region.
 

 

 

Maralyn D. Hill, M.Ed.,  The Epicurean Explorer

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