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    All you have to do is show up and know that everything else is taken care of by our team. A group of caring individuals plan and oversee every aspect of a Trips Inc. Special Adventure®. Our travel planners, program directors, tour group leaders and chaperones carefully evaluate every detail of your trip with particular attention to individual needs to create a completely worry-free and fun-filled vacation. We appreciate how important Trips Inc.™ adventures are to our special travelers!

    The first official Trips Inc. Special Adventures® outing was in 1991. For the past 26 years Trips Inc.™ has provided peak experiences and treasured memories for more than 14,000 travelers from all 50 states. Our foundation is based in special education, and our longevity and exceptional business ethics give you real peace of mind. We want to give the best life experience to our consumers and promote independence and inclusion through travel.

    Sixeen years running, Trips Inc.™ has received the Community Partner award from the Arc “in recognition of business partnership that benefits people with developmental disabilities.” Jim Peterson, Founder, won the prestigious Lisl Waechter award “in recognition of outstanding service and dedication to people with developmental disabilities” and he has been named the Direct Service Provider of the Year “for exemplary skills in working with people with developmental disabilities.” Our innovative organization has earned high praise featured in many newspaper and online articles across the country.

    Every traveler will enjoy a level of quality and service that would be impossible to achieve without the experience of Trips Inc.™ staff members and their long-standing relationships with local vendors at every travel destination. So, leave the hassle of travel planning to us–there’s no one better suited to negotiate the best possible rates with airlines and hotels, and then pass those savings on to you!

    We’re by your side and dedicated to quality, safety and fun!

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    • Spend down options and gift certificates to help save up for a future vacation.

    • Send 3 and travel for free! If you register 3 or more travelers (who fit in our regular ratios of 1:3 or higher) for the same vacation you can send a chaperone for free.

    • Optional single and double room supplements—most trips have a limited number of private rooms available for an additional fee.

    • If you need a wheelchair to keep up with the group, we can provide a Trips Inc.™ chaperone to assist you at an additional cost.

    • For our travelers who live in Oregon, we can provide transportation to and from the Portland airport including check-in and escort to the gate. Pick ups available in Eugene, Albany and Salem for only $40 each way.

    • Award winning quality with over 26 years experience in special needs travel.

    • A small, friendly average group size of 20 people.

    • A low ratio of one chaperone for every 3 or 4 travelers.

    • Expertly planned itineraries tailored to accommodate trip participants.

    • Full-time services of an experienced and professional Tour Group Leader.

    • All entertainment, tickets, tours and admissions-at no extra cost.

    • All transportation at the destination.

    • All hotels and lodging.

    • All meals at the destination.

    • All tips, taxes, fuel and service charges are covered.

    • Guaranteed tour price locked in the moment your reservation is accepted.

    You’ll get all this:• Free stuff including a keepsake photo

    album filled with pictures from the trips and a very cool Trips Inc.™ t-shirt. Collect one from every year!

    • A courtesy phone call before and after every trip to answer questions and give feedback.

    • Rave reviews and recommendations from our travelers, their families and caregivers. We have an amazing 80% traveler return rate!

    • Trips Inc.™ is an accredited travel company with the Airline Reporting Corporation and the International Air Transport Association, and is a member of the American Society of Travel Agents. We have an on-staff accredited travel agent who will make all your travel arrangements.

    • Airfare based on the west coast cities of Portland, Seattle and San Francisco.

    • Guaranteed new friends and a great time filled with fun and new experiences!

    Plus, we also offer:

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    June 2017

    Walt Disney World® Resort Florida 1-6 (6 days) $2895

    Disneyland® Resort & California Adventure® Park 8-12 (5 days) $2295

    Chicago 15-19 (5 days) $2895

    NEW! Victoria, BC: Canada 22-26 (5 days) $2695 NOTE: A U.S. passport is required for international trips. Your passport application should be submitted at least 10–12 weeks before departure.

    July 2017

    Washington DC: 4th of July at Our Nation’s Capital 3-7 (5 days) $2895

    Disney Cruise: Alaska 9-17 (9 days) $4195 NOTE: A U.S. passport is required for international trips. Your passport application should be submitted at least 10–12 weeks before departure.

    Hollywood & Universal Studios Hollywood® 20-24 (5 days) $2295

    August 2017

    Hawaii: The Big Island & Dolphin Quest 3-9 (7 days) $3895 NOTE: Pre/post trip overnights may be required due to early West coast departures and late returns. Includes lodging, airport transfers, meals and a chaperone. $250 for one night/$400 for both nights.

    Oregon Camp 10-14 (5 days) $1295 NOTE: This is a road trip leaving from Eugene, Oregon. We can meet you enroute to, or at the final destination. Airfare is not included in the package price.

    Disneyland® Resort & California Adventure® Park 17-21 (5 days) $2295

    What’s your

    adventure?

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    BOOK A TRIP TODAY! www.tripsinc.com 800-686-1013

    September 2017

    Rome, Italy 8-18 (11 days) $4595 NOTE: A U.S. passport is required for international trips. Your passport application should be submitted at least 10–12 weeks before departure.

    NOTE: Pre/post trip overnights may be required due to early West coast departures and late returns. Includes lodging, airport transfers, meals and a chaperone. $250 for one night/$400 for both nights.

    Pendleton Round-Up 14-17 (4 days) $1295 NOTE: This is a road trip leaving from Eugene, Oregon. We can meet you enroute to, or at the final destination. Airfare is not included in the package price.

    Grand Canyon by Rail 21-25 (5 days) $2895

    October 2017

    NEW! Niagara Falls 12-16 (5 days) $2995

    Harry Potter & Universal Studios Florida® 19-24 (6 days) $2895

    Disneyland® Resort & California Adventure® Park 26-30 (5 days) $2295

    November 2017

    Memphis & Elvis’ Graceland 2-6 (5 days) $2895

    Hawaii Cruise 11-18 (8 days) $3995 NOTE: Pre/post trip overnights may be required due to early West coast departures and late returns. Includes lodging, airport transfers, meals and a chaperone. $250 for one night/$400 for both nights.

    National Pro Rodeo Finals, Las Vegas Nov 30-Dec 4 (5 days) $2295

    December 2017

    Walt Disney World® Resort Florida 7-12 (6 days) $2895

    Disneyland® Resort & California Adventure® Park 14-18 (5 days) $2295

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    ChicagoChicago’s colorful city delivers nothing short of a magical experience. Take in the sweeping views from the Skydeck, located atop the tallest building in the USA, or walk through the heart of the city on The Magnificent Mile, Chicago’s version of the Champs-Elysees: a grand boulevard of shops, museums, restaurants and ritzy hotels. Plus, you’ll find something wet, wild and wonderful at the premier Shedd Aquarium and meet SUE, the largest, most complete, and best preserved Tyrannosaurus Rex ever discovered while touring the Field Museum!

    Disney Cruise: AlaskaThere’s no place in the world quite like Alaska. Renowned for its rugged grandeur and unspoiled natural beauty, Alaska beckons the adventurous spirit in us all—filled with historic mining towns, awe-inspiring glaciers and breathtaking natural beauty. Sail round trip from Vancouver, BC to behold all kinds of wildlife, from bald eagles and bears to sea otters and whales—and surrender to scenic nature views, ice-blue glaciers, gushing waterfalls, snow-capped mountains and pristine fjords. On ship you can meet your favorite Disney characters, sing karaoke & dance in one of the many lounges and catch the latest Disney movie. Once docked, all the fun and adventure of Alaska--from whale watching and souvenir shopping to touring historic sites—are yours to discover!

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    Disneyland® Resort & California Adventure® Park Fill your days and nights with wonder and excitement as you experience two distinct theme parks within the Disneyland® Resort. “The Happiest Place on Earth” is an enchanted kingdom of fantasy and imagination, classic attractions, exciting rides and magical entertainment, dining and shopping. There are lots of opportunities to meet your favorite Disney characters and get a keepsake photo taken with them. At Disney California Adventure® Park, discover the inspiring California that Walt Disney loved, from its storied past and natural wonders to its power to make your inner dreams come true. Plus, we’ll visit the 6-acre attraction, Cars Land, to experience a twisting-turning high-speed adventure!

    Walt Disney World® Resort Florida There’s truly something for everyone at Walt Disney World® Resort, where you can experience the splendor and excitement of four theme parks: the enchanting Magic Kingdom®, with its Cinderella Castle centerpiece; the amazing, multicultural Epcot® and its look into an awe-inspiring future; Disney Hollywood Studios®, your backstage pass to captivating movie-making; and Disney Animal Kingdom® Park, with its thrilling expeditions, safaris and other up-close encounters with beasts of the wild. So, get ready to wake up in the middle of magic with your favorite Disney characters!

    Grand Canyon By RailEnjoy the scenic railroad route through Old West territory to America’s geologic masterpiece and one of the natural wonders of the world: the five million year old Grand Canyon. Wander a trail and follow the antics of ravens soaring above the canyon rim while listening to the river roaring in the gorge far below. Savor a canyon sunrise or its star-filled night sky and moonlit terrain. Shop for Western and Native American souvenirs. You can also learn from a friendly park ranger how the Grand Canyon came to be so grand, or about the canyon’s hundreds of animal species and wide variety of plant life. The beauty, size and power of the Grand Canyon will create the memory of a lifetime and is a must-see for everyone!

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    Harry Potter & Universal Studios Florida® Step inside a world where magic is real! Universal Studios Florida® and Universal’s Islands of Adventure® is where we’ll visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter™! Explore the classrooms and corridors of Hogwarts and soar above the castle grounds on a groundbreaking new ride that lets you join Harry Potter and his friends on an unforgettably thrilling adventure. Learn how to approach a Hippogriff, then take off on a friendly coaster that spirals and swoops past Hagrid’s hut. Plus, enter Diagon Alley® to enjoy unforgettable thrills, magical experiences, and more!

    Hawaii CruiseThe people of Hawaii are eager to share their beautiful islands with you. Cruising around the Hawaiian Islands (the birthplace of surfing and the hula) includes swimming, playtime on the beautiful beaches, and traditional island music and festivities. We’ll dock at 3 different islands with shore excursions that include everything from a luau in Kauai to a glass bottom boat cruise on the Big Island! Aboard the ship we will partake in all the specially planned activities including dancing and karaoke. But Hawaii’s most unique feature is its Aloha Spirit: the friendliness of the inhabitants that wonderfully complements the perfect temperatures. The warm embrace of the “Islands of Aloha” always lasts a lifetime.

    Hawaii: The Big Island and Dolphin Quest Hawaii is the place to make a lifelong connection with one of the grandest creatures of the sea. At Dolphin Quest, amazing face-to-face encounters allow travelers to get in the water and touch these gentle, magnificent beauties. And there’s so much more to experience on the Big Island tour featuring the resounding Rainbow Falls, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the entertainment, shopping, culture and cuisine along the Kona Coast. You’ll stay in private condos right on the beach with stunning views of the ocean for dolphin, turtles, and whales watching. Swimming, snorkeling, waterside feasts and hula dancing await travelers. Aloha!

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    Hollywood & Universal Studios Hollywood® A tour of “Tinseltown” includes seeing more than 2,000 entertainment legends enshrined along the Hollywood Walk of Fame and sizing up the cement hand and footprints of silver screen immortals at the lavish Grauman’s Chinese Theater. Imagine receiving an Oscar as you tour the glamorous Kodak Theater, the current home of the annual Academy Awards. The Hollywood Wax Museum provides fans an up-close look at Hollywood idols through the fine art of sculptured wax figures. Then you can enter the world of real moviemaking during a full day of action packed entertainment at Universal Studios Hollywood®, which features rides, shows and the new attraction The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™!

    Memphis & Elvis’ Graceland What’s the second most famous home in America, after the White House? Its Graceland Mansion, home of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. See authentic Elvis Presley artifacts and mementos, amazing gold and platinum awards, custom airplanes, a car museum, and much more. Tour Sun Studio, where Elvis, Johnny Cash and Roy Orbison cut their first records and get your picture taken in the very spot these fine musicians once stood. Take a riverboat cruise down the Mississippi and bop to live music on Beale Street, the Home of the Blues and the Birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Let the good times roll!

    National Pro Rodeo Finals, Las Vegas The Wrangler NFR is one of the hottest tickets in town! Held at the Thomas & Mack Center, it is also the most prestigious rodeo, deciding which cowboys will get to wear the gold buckle as world champion each year! See top finalists compete in: bull riding, bareback riding, calf roping, saddle broncs, team roping, steer wrestling, and barrel racing. At the amazing Cowboy Christmas Gift Show you’ll shop for customized jewelry, western wear, boots and spurs, original art, handmade crafts, as well as official Wrangler NFR merchandise. It’s bound to keep even the most avid shopper entertained all day....probably for several days! Plus, no visit to Vegas is complete without a stop on the strip to try your luck at a casino!

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    NEW! Niagara FallsThe experience of a lifetime is here! We’ll start by hopping the Niagara Scenic Trolley through the State Park that offers over 400 acres of protected wildlife and beautiful landscape to explore. You’ll become immersed in the power of the falls at the world-class attraction, Cave of the Winds, where we’ll take an elevator ride to the base of the American Falls and walk upon the wooden Hurricane Deck, aptly named due to the hurricane-force winds generated by the rushing falls. And if that’s not enough, we’ll take a boat tour aboard the Maid of the Mist whose captain will navigate us directly into the center of the Niagara Gorge!

    Oregon Camp Get back to nature in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, an area renowned for its beautiful mountain scenery, and pristine rivers. Your cabin on the peaceful Molalla River is the base camp for unlimited outdoor recreation. Splash in the sandy beach swimming hole, play a game of HORSE in the covered basketball court, enjoy Frisbee golf in the sports field or try your luck on the ropes challenge course. Hike the lush trails, cast your line for an afternoon of fishing or make a souvenir at the arts and crafts table. And no camping adventure is complete without story telling, singing songs, dancing and eating s’mores around the campfire at night!

    Pendleton Round-Up Billed as the USA’s best rodeo, the 100+-year-old Pendleton Round-Up includes parades, cowboy breakfasts, concerts, dancing and the spectacular Native American ceremony. And, oh yes, people also come in droves for the featured attraction, the legendary old-fashioned rodeo with its high-flying, bone-crunching events like bull riding, steer wrestling and bronco busting. As the old cowboy proverb says, “There never was a horse that couldn’t be rode; never was a cowboy who couldn’t be throwed.” After visiting the museum at Tamastslikt Cultural Institute you will understand why Pendleton is known as The Real West.

    Rome, ItalyRome, Italy’s capital, is a sprawling, cosmopolitan city with nearly 3,000 years of globally influential art, architecture and culture on display. Ancient ruins such as the Roman Forum and the Colosseum evoke the power of the former Roman Empire. Vatican City, headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church, boasts St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museums, which house masterpieces such as Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel frescoes. The Pantheon’s architecture has inspired copycats around the globe with its tall columns, expansive interior and impressive

  • dome with the sun shining through a 27-foot hole in the center of the rotunda. Let’s climb the Spanish Steps-- the longest and widest staircase in all of Europe, explore Trevi Fountain, a Baroque masterpiece showing the god Neptune riding in a shell-shaped chariot led by seahorses. If you throw 3 coins in the fountain at the marvelous Trevi, rumor has it you will find love!

    NEW! Victoria, BC, Canada Home to some of the country’s most exhilarating scenery: there’s an ocean or mountain vista around every corner! Visit the public market & the renowned Sidney Street Market--one of the most spectacular, festive street markets in British Columbia. Savor the flavors, see the sights and listen to the sounds of a myriad of musical performers. Ghostly Walks have become one of Victoria’s must-do evening activities. Victoria is the most haunted city in British Columbia and there are some amazing stories to tell of eccentric characters and ghosts! And, we’ll take the most comprehensive and personalized whale and wildlife tours around. Come to where the Rocky Mountains fall into the Pacific Ocean!

    Washington, DC: 4th of July at Our Nation’s Capital Along the National Mall stands the landmark Washington Monument and the memorials to Lincoln, Jefferson, FDR, World War II, the Korean War and Vietnam.  The Mall also puts you at the doorstep of many astounding museums including the famed Smithsonian Institution, the National Air and Space Museum and the Museum of Natural History, with its incredible dinosaur exhibits and the billion-year-old Hope Diamond. Across the Potomac River, Arlington National cemetery is home to the eternal flame at the grave of John F. Kennedy, as well as the Tomb of the Unknowns.  A trip to the nation’s capital is monumental! 

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    “Trips Inc. has been a blessing not only to our

    daughter, but to our entire family!”

    Robert, Parent

    “Is it possible to have too much fun? Because

    I think I did!”

    Anne, Traveler

    “My heart belongs to Trips Inc.!”

    Amy, Chaperone

    “We all cried happy tears when we saw the photo

    book you sent. We would not have believed he did the things in those pictures!”

    Cindy, Care Provider

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    Registration OFFICE USE ONLY New Repeat PW MC

    TRAVELER’S INFORMATION

    Traveler Name (as it appears on photo ID)

    Trip Trip Dates

    Date of Birth ` Age Male Female

    Wheelchair Full-time Yes No

    Wheelchair Long Distances Only Yes No

    Primary Contact Person Phone Primary Agency Phone Address where papework should be sent City State Zip Code Contact Email Fax How did you hear about us?

    TRAVEL DETAILS

    Airport traveler will be flying from:

    First Choice (City) State

    Second Choice (City) State (Required if traveler is not departing from Portland, Seattle, or San Francisco.)

    Shuttle from Eugene, Albany or $40.00 each way Yes No Salem to Portland, OR Airport

    PAYMENT INFORMATION

    Check enclosed (Made payable to: Trips Inc.)

    Visa MasterCard AMEX (+3% credit card bank fee)

    Account Number Amount $

    Name on card Exp. CVV Code

    Billing Address City State Zip Code Domestic trips require a deposit of $500 with full payment due 60 days before departure. International, cruises, Hawaii & Alaska trips require a deposit of $800 with full payment due 90 days before departure.

  • Q: What level of support do you provide?

    A: Our support ratio is one chaperone for every 3 or 4 travelers. Trips Inc.™ chaperones assist travelers with medications, spending money, and prompts for bathing, hygiene, dressing and using the restroom. If your traveler requires any hands-on personal care for hygiene or medical reasons, they may need to bring a personal care provider for their safety and well being. All our travelers are assessed before each trip to make sure they have the best support plan put in place for them to travel safely.

    Q: Can we send a care provider with our traveler who has extra support needs?

    A: Absolutely! We have many travelers who bring their own care providers. It is the traveler’s responsibility to provide and pay for their care provider to go on the vacation. Care providers pay the same all-inclusive package price as the traveler. The traveler and their care provider will be upgraded to their own private room.

    Q: Are your vacations wheelchair accessible?

    A: Several of our trips are wheelchair accessible. Lift vans are also available at some destinations. Please note the symbols next to the vacation descriptions. If the traveler needs a wheelchair to keep up with the group, we can provide a Trips Inc.™ chaperone to assist them at an additional cost.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: How does a traveler get to their destination if they live in another state?

    A: Trips Inc.™ has our own certified travel agent on staff who will arrange air transportation from your area to the vacation destination. Since we serve travelers from every state in the country, we will meet you at, or enroute to, our final destination. While the traveler does not need to navigate the airport on their own, they do need to be able to fly unaccompanied in some cases. Trips Inc.™ will set up gate transfers from the airlines for our travelers with flight connections. Plus, airline gate assistance passes can be obtained to walk your traveler through security and directly to their gate and we will meet your traveler at their arrival gate at the final destination.

    Q: How do I register for my trip?A: Registering is easy! You can book a vacation on-line at tripsinc.com or fill out the registration form found inside this brochure. Once we receive the appropriate deposit you will be good to go. We accept Visa, MC and American Express (+3% credit card bank fee) or a personal check or money order. We’ll mail your confirmation letter and tour invoice immediately upon securing your spot on the trip. Three weeks before your trip departs we’ll mail your trip itinerary, packing list, and travel logistics along with your name and luggage tags.

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    = wheelchair accessible

    = wheelchair accessible/ lift van available

  • RegistrationDomestic trips require a deposit of $500 with full payment due 60 days before departure. International, cruises, Hawaii & Alaska trips require a deposit of $800 with full payment due 90 days before departure. All new travelers are required to have a current profile, medical consent form & photo ID on file before their registration can be processed.

    Refund PolicyAll cancelations and changes must be in writing and will be calculated as of the date it is received. Reservations will be canceled and penalties applied if necessary paperwork or full payment is not received by due date. No refunds for cancelations or delays due to weather. No refund if the traveler is denied boarding due to lack of proper identification. Incomplete disclosure of pertinent information may result in the traveler being sent home early at his or her own expense with no refund. Trips Inc.™ reserves the right to cancel reservations with penalties applied that are not paid in full after final payment is due. Registrations made within 60 days of a domestic trip departure and 90 days of international, cruises, Hawaii & Alaska trip departures may be subject to additional airfare charges and late booking fees.

    California law requires certain sellers of travel to have a trust account or bond. This business has a bond. This business in not a participant in the California Travel Consumer Restitution Corporation. CST 2084279-50

    Information

    Get in touch!

    InsuranceWe strongly encourage all travelers to separately purchase trip cancellation insurance for any unforeseen medical emergencies. We will provide more information on this option when you register.

    AirfareThe included airfare portion is based on departure from the west coast cities of Portland, Seattle and San Francisco. We’ll adjust the airfare portion based on the city you are departing from. Our on-staff travel agent will make all of your air transportation arrangements including gate transfers from the airlines for our travelers with flight connections.

    Cancellation & Change Fees

    Domestic International/Cruises/ Hawaii & AlaskaCancellation

    & Change Fees

    Up to 60 days Up to 90 days $150 + any pre-purchased expenses

    59-31 days 89-46 daysFull deposit + any pre-purchased

    expenses

    30 days-departure 45 days-departure 100% of package price

    Phone:

    Toll Free:

    Email:

    Fax: Book on-line:

    Find us:

    541-686-1013

    800-686-1013

    [email protected]

    541-465-9355 www.tripsinc.com

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