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Yes, each of our Pilgrimages has a
Catholic Priest in addition to a representative of Mater Dei Tours, a tour
guide/driver and possibly regional guides from the places we visit.
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Mater Dei Tours uses 1st class and
above categories of hotels on our tours. All of the hotels we select offer
private bathrooms (ensuite).
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Yes - Travel Insurance is offered
and highly recommended. If you did not receive a brochure with your
registration - please contact us and we will be glad to forward the
details.
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Yes, daily Mass is scheduled in
advance on all of our pilgrimages.
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Our groups vary in size, but are
generally between 15 to 40 participants.
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Your deposit and completed
registration form secures your space. Simply complete our online form and
fax or mail the copy or call us today for a hard copy of the brochure.
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Hotels throughout Europe and Mexico
base their room rates on double occupancy. When a room is occupied by one
person, these hotels require a single supplement to help cover the loss of
the second occupant.
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Unless requested, all of our tours
will have a representative of Mater Dei Tours from start to finish.
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Modest dress is expected while
visiting Religious Sights. We encourage our participants to avoid shorts
and sleeveless shirts. Woman should also avoid short (above the knee)
skirts and may need a head covering for visits on some itineraries.
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Each of our itineraries vary on the
level of walking required. On average you can expect to walk between 1-3
miles per day. If you have difficulty walking, please discuss this with
our staff prior to departure and we will make every attempt to accommodate
you based on your abilities.
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Wheelchairs may be brought on tour.
Please arrange for a travel companion to aid you while on tour to push and
lift you or your chair if necessary.
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Every attempt is made to provide
coaches with on board bathrooms. However, if we are unable to provide a
coach with facilities, we will make frequent stops.
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U.S. currency may be exchanged in
advance at your local bank or upon arrival in the foreign country.
Further, you may obtain currency via your ATM card or your major credit
card.
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If you are leaving the United
States on any of our Pilgrimages - Yes! Travel Outside the United States
requires a US Passport (Most countries require that your Passport is valid
6 months beyond your travel dates). You must have a valid US Passport in
order to enter both Mexico and Canada!
