m u s i c at s e a cruising from Portugal to ireland

a b o a r d t h e D e l u x e L e B o r é a lmay 7–16, 2016

With Exclusive Concert Performances by Acclaimed Soprano

AILYN PÉREZ

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m u s i c at s e a cruising from Portugal to ireland

a b o a r d t h e D e l u x e L e B o r é a lmay 7–16, 2016

Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland

Cover: Blarney Castle, Ireland

Dear Opera Lovers,

We invite you to join fellow Metropolitan Opera members on this spectacular voyage, combining the pleasures of cruising the Celtic Sea with beautiful music from one of opera’s most exciting young stars. For this musical odyssey from Lisbon to Dublin, we are privileged to be joined by the award-winning Met soprano ailyn Pérez, who will perform two recitals for you in unique, intimate venues during the voyage, and participate in an on-board discussion about her life in music.

Our journey takes us to the shores of Portugal, Spain, England, and Ireland—waters that have been sailed by countless explorers, marauders, merchants, and adventurers. Along the way, we will visit such cultural and historic landmarks as Lisbon’s Belem Quarter, the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, Blarney Castle in Cork, and the Tresco Abbey Gardens. Designed especially for the Metropolitan Opera Guild, this itinerary highlights the best that Europe’s Atlantic coast has to offer, while allowing ample time for both relaxation and independent exploration.

Capping off the trip will be an optional three-day extension to Paris, for those looking to take in all the opera that this glorious city has to offer. Our travelers will stay at the Millennium Hotel Paris Opéra, while being treated to a tour of the magnificent Palais Garnier opera house and attending performances of Rigoletto and Der Rosenkavalier at the Bastille Opera House.

Friends of the Metropolitan Opera Guild will comprise a small and congenial group aboard Le Boréal, and may be joined by a small number of opera enthusiasts from other leading opera companies in the United States. All of our shore arrangements are private, including the recital by Ms. Perez in the former Gothic chapel of the Hostal dos Reis Catolicos in Santiago de Compostela, and we will enjoy our own seating in the ship’s dining room. We will share Le Boréal with sophisticated international travelers from France, the United Kingdom, Belgium, Australia and other countries.

Sailing to the unspoiled western coasts of Europe aboard the elegant, five-star small cruise ship Le Boréal at the height of springtime, accompanied by a world-class opera star, is truly a pleasure not easily replicated. We hope you will join our fellow opera lovers for this one-of-a-kind experience you won’t soon forget!

Sincerely,

Richard J. Miller, Jr. President, The Metropolitan Opera Guild

Acclaimed soprano ailyn Pérez made her Metropolitan Opera debut early in 2015 as Micaëla in Carmen, garnering praise from the New York Times as “a major soprano.” Increasingly in demand as Violetta in La Traviata, Pérez has sung leading roles at the major opera houses in Zurich, Hamburg, Munich, and Barcelona, and in her own country in Washington, Dallas, and Philadelphia, in

addition to the Ravinia and Salzburg Festivals. Soon to make debuts at Milan’s La Scala and the Semperoper Dresden, she will return to the Met next spring as Mimì in La Bohème. Winner of the 15th annual Plácido Domingo Award, she was granted the Richard Tucker Award in 2012, and has joined the Metropolitan Opera Guild’s prestigious Artists’ Council. Her recordings include Opus Arte’s Poème d’un jour, and Love Duets, on Warner Classics. As Opera News observes, “The phrase ‘an embarrassment of riches’ might have been invented to describe the combination of talents that belong to Ailyn Pérez…who truly seems to have it all.”

SPECIAL GUEST ARTIST

The River Liffey, Dublin, Ireland

Cork, Ireland

ALL-INCLuSIvE fARES & uNIquE fEAtuRESOur fares are truly all-inclusive. coupled with the high-quality musical program, we provide a most attractive value.

Included•1nightattheAltis Avenida Hotel in Lisbon, prior to embarkation•CruiseaboardthedeluxeLe Boréal. all accommodations

are outside staterooms and suites, 95% of which feature a private balcony.

•Completeprogramofshoreexcursionsandactivities•Airport/hotel/piertransfersandhandlingofluggage•Allmealsaboardshipincludingearlyriser’scoffee&pastry,

breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner •complimentary open bar aboard ship•Gratuitiestoshipboardpersonnel,porters,guides,anddrivers•Porttaxesandcharges•Welcomeandfarewellcocktailreceptionsaboardship•PrivateconcertsandconversationbysopranoAilynPérezand

accompanying pianist•24-hourroomservice•Comprehensivepre-departurematerials

Not IncludedAirfare;airporttaxes;passportandvisafeesand/orimmigrationreciprocity taxes (if applicable); trip cancellation and baggage insurance; medical and repatriation insurance; meals and beverages other than those specified above; personal expenses (such as telephone, internet, laundry service, hair salon services, à la carte spa treatments, etc.)

tHe PONaNt sHiPsThe only ships in their class certified as “Clean Ships”

CARE FOR THE EnVIROnMEnTOur concern for the health and well-being of the planet is demonstrated by our active involvement in organizations dedicated to the promotion of ecologically responsible tourism and to the sharing of best practices. We are a proud member of the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators and a signatory of La Charte Bleue d’Armateurs de France, both of which bind us to follow the most stringent rules and regulations governing safety and environmental protection.

CLEAn SHIPSAbove and beyond participation in these organizations, we have taken the additional step of having all four of our sister ships certified “Clean Ship” by the French classification society, Bureau Veritas, one of the world’s major ship classification societies. This coveted and seldom-awarded certification recognizes that the POnAnT fleet—from initial design and construction to seagoing operations—has adopted the most environmentally responsible materials, equipment, and management procedures possible.

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Saturday, May 7, 2016FLY FROm usa

Sunday, May 8LISBON,PORTUGALUpon arrival in Lisbon, transfer to the Altis Avenida Hotel, our accommodation.

Monday, May 9LisBON | emBaRKVisit the Alfama District, Lisbon’s oldest and most fascinating neighborhood. A walking tour reveals much of its Moorish influence in its kasbah-like layout, narrow twisting alleys, and the architecture of its houses. Continue to the historic Belém Quarter, a charming river-side area linked to the 15th-century Portuguese navigators. It is from here where the city’s most famous landmarks are located. Tour the São Carlos Theater, Lisbon's opera house, built in the 18th century in neoclassical style. The exterior was inspired by Milan's La Scala and the interior showcases five galleries and boxes adorned with neoclassical and Rococo decorations. Also see the Belém Tower and the Discoveries Monument. Visit the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation & Museum, with an extensive collection of almost every great phase of Eastern and Western art. Transfer to the port for embarkation. (B, D)

Tuesday, May 10ViaNa DO casteLO The jewel of Portugal’s Costa Verde, Viana do Castelo is a quaint medieval town with leafy, 19th-century boulevards and narrow lanes lined with Manueline manors and rococo palaces. Visit the Old Town Hall, Parish Church, and charming Republica Square, lined with palaces and private houses. Visit the Municipal Museum,

housed in an 18th-century palace and featuring Portuguese pottery, tiles, and furniture. (B, L, D)

Wednesday, May 11CEE,GALICIA,SPAIN|SANTIAGODEcOmPOsteLa | La cORuÑa Travel to Santiago de Compostela, one of the most beautiful and historic medieval cities in Spain and a UnESCO World Heritage site. After an orientation in Obradoiro Square, embark on a tour of the Cathedral, where highlights include the tomb of Saint James; the ‘Portico da Gloria,’ dating from 1188 and one of the capital works of medieval sculpture; and the museum. Attend our first recital in the former Gothic chapel of the Hostal dos Reis Catolicos, once a 15th-century royal hospital and now a parador, or heritage hotel. The opulent chapel features spectacular acoustics. Enjoy lunch and a panoramic drive back to the ship in La Coruña. (B, L, D)

Thursday, May 12at sea Spend a relaxing day aboard Le Boréal, including a conversation with Ailyn Pérez. (B, L, D)

Friday, May 13TRESCO,ISLESOFSCILLy,ENGLAND,UNITEDKINGDOmThe Isles of Scilly lie some 30 miles off the south-west coast of Cornwall and are believed to have been visited by the ancient Phoenicians. From the port, walk to the Tresco Abbey Gardens, where the warmth of the Gulf Stream, long hours of summer sunshine, and the high walls and hedges that keep out the winds have conspired to allow this garden in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean to sustain exotic plants from all over the world. (B, L, D)

Saturday, May 14cORK, iReLaND From Cork, travel through the Irish countryside to the 15th-century Blarney Castle, famous for its stone, which is traditionally believed to have the power to bestow eloquence on all those who kiss it. The Cobh Heritage Centre offers a dramatic exhibition of the history and legacy of Cobh. Previously known as Queenstown, this was the main port for Irish emigrants to Canada and the United States. The failure of the potato crop in 1846 and the subsequent famine convinced many to leave their homeland—some million and a half souls emigrated between 1845 and 1851. Enjoy a recital aboard ship. (B, L, D)

Sunday, May 15DuBLiNThis lively city on the banks of the River Liffey is justly famous for its historic sites, handsome Georgian architecture, and genuinely friendly inhabitants. This morning, visit Dublin Castle to see the beautifully decorated State Apartments and the newly discovered Viking excavations as well as the Chester Beatty Library with its fine collection of oriental art and artifacts. Also explore Trinity College, with its famed library housing the Book of Kells and other treasures. In the afternoon, visit the 13th-century Gothic cathedral of St. Patrick, founded on the site of a spring where St. Patrick is said to have baptized converts, and enjoy time on your own before returning to overnight aboard ship. (B, L, D)

Monday, May 16DuBLiN | DisemBaRK | FLY tO usa Disembark Le Boréal and transfer to the airport for return flights. (B)

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FOR RESERVATIOnS OR InFORMATIOn, PLEASE CALL US AT 805-564-6228

OPtiONaL POst-cRuise exteNsiON iN PaRisMay 16-19, 2016

Continue your European discovery with a three-night extension to Paris. In addition to ample time at leisure to stroll this fascinating city on your own, we will also delve into the City of Light’s musical legacy with a tour of the historic Garnier Opera House and attend two operatic masterpieces at the modern Bastille Opera House.

Monday, May 16DuBLiN | DisemBaRK | PaRisFly from Dublin to Paris. Transfer to the deluxe Millennium Hotel Paris Opéra and spend the rest of the day at leisure. In the evening, attend a performance of Guiseppe Verdi’s Rigoletto at the Bastille Opera House. (B)

Tuesday, May 17PaRisEnjoy a morning tour of Paris, including the Garnier Opera House, a masterpiece of 19th-century theater architecture. Of particular interest is the Grand Foyer, the white marble staircase, and the famous ceiling, painted by Marc Chagall and depicting scenes from operas by fourteen composers. (B)

Wednesday, May 18PaRisSpend a second day at your leisure. In the evening, take in an evening performance of Richard Strauss’s Der Rosenkavalier at the Bastille Opera House. (B)

Thursday, May 19PaRis | FLY tO usaTransfer from the hotel to the airport for return flights.

FaRes:

Per Person Double Occupancy $2,555

Single Supplement $785

included: Three-night stay at the Millennium Hotel Paris Opéra, with breakfast daily; category one tickets for the two operas featured; transfers and tours as described.

Not included: Flight from Dublin to Paris.

While airfare between Dublin and Paris is not included,

we are happy to advise on recommended flights and

assist with bookings as needed.

ITInERARY

Tresco, Isles of Scilly, England

Dublin Castle, Ireland

Alfama District, Lisbon, Portugal

THE MAGnIFICEnT LE BORéAL

L iFe aBOaRDLife aboard the 264-guest Le Boréal is relaxed and refined, capturing the best of the French art of living well. Your comfort and well-being are the special responsibility of the impeccably trained staff, whose discreet yet attentive service has become legendary among seasoned travelers. Our goal is to make you feel as though you are sailing aboard your very own yacht.

REDEFININGREST &RELAxATIONAll suites and staterooms face outside and measure from 226 to 581 square feet (including the balcony), and all but eight have a balcony. Features and amenities include a king-size bed or twin beds, mini-bar, safe, individually controlled heat/air-conditioning, flat-screen TV, in-house movies, iPod docking station, wireless Internet access, and telephone. Bathrooms come equipped with a shower (or shower/bathtub), hair dryer, French toiletries, and bathrobes. Laundry services and 24-hour room service are available throughout.

saFetY, cOmFORt &CONVENIENCELe Boréal is equipped with the latest communication, navigational, and safety equipment and meets or exceeds USPHS and U.S. Coast Guard rules. It is also outfitted with a technologically advanced stabilizing system to minimize the effects of rough conditions

You will travel aboard the deluxe, five-star Le Boréal, one of the most beautifully conceived and technologically sophisticated small ships afloat. Designed in France and built in italy, Le Boréal boasts an elegantly understated aesthetic that one associates with european sensibility and craftsmanship. it is one of four sister ships of the PONaNt cruise line, selectedasBestLuxuryCruiseLinebyCruiseCritic’seditorsin2014.

at sea. Three passenger elevators serve all six decks. And public amenities include an outdoor heated pool, lounges, two restaurants, a theater/lecture hall, a well-stocked library, and a full-service salon, steam room, spa, and fitness center.

cuisiNeThe quality of food, its preparation, and the social experience of a meal are the objects of special care aboard ship. Whether you are enjoying breakfast among friends, a sun-kissed lunch on one of the outside decks, or a delightful dinner in the elegant surroundings of the restaurants, the talented chefs showcase their expertise by bringing out the very best in local flavors. POnAnT was selected as an Outstanding Culinary Cruise Line by Saveur magazine in 2014.

ResPect FOR tHe eNViRONmeNtThe health of our planet, and especially its oceans, is a critical concern for us. We have taken care to certify all of our sister ships as “clean ships,” employing the most eco-friendly technology available today. As environmentally responsible ship operators, we not only comply with existing regulations; we anticipate new ones. We continually seek to share industry best practices on matters ranging from increasing energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions to waste treatment and recycling.

THE MAGnIFICEnT LE BORéAL

2 Gastronomic Restaurant - Marina

3 28 Deluxe Staterooms with private balcony - 8 Superior Staterooms - Main Lounge - Shop - Reception Desk - Excursion Desk - Medical Center

4 35 Prestige Staterooms with private balcony - Theater

5 37 Prestige Staterooms with private balcony (with 22 Prestige Staterooms convertible into 11 Prestige Suites) - Fitness Center - Beauty Corner SOTHYS™: Hammam, Massage, Hairdresser - Relaxation Room - Image & Photo Desk - Bridge

6 Owner’s Suite with private balcony - 3 Deluxe Suites with private balcony - 20 Prestige Staterooms with private balcony (with 18 Prestige Staterooms convertible into 9 Prestige Suites) - Pool - Grill Restaurant - Internet Space - Library - Panoramic Lounge - Panoramic Terrace

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Suite Armateur - AUSTRAL - UKPONT 6

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Suites Deluxe - AUSTRALPONT 6

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Cabines Deluxe - AUSTRAL - UKPONT 3

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Cabines Supérieures - AUSTRAL - UKPONT 3

UPTO20PRESTIGESUITES (398 sq.ft. + 86 sq.ft. private balcony)UPTO92PRESTIGESTATEROOmS (200 sq.ft. + 43 sq.ft. private balcony)

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Cabines Prestiges - AUSTRAL - UKPONTS 4 - 5 - 6

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(1) Prestige Suites aboard Le Boréal & Le Soléal: 1 shower & 1 bathtub. (2) Prestige Stateroom aboard Le Boréal & Le Soléal, Decks 5 & 6: 1 shower or 1 bathtub depends on cabins.

FARES PER PERSOn, DOUBLE OCCUPAnCY

Superior Stateroom $7,990

Deluxe Stateroom $8,990

Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 $9,190

Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 $9,290

Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 $9,390

Deluxe Suite $10,390

Prestige Suite - Deck 5 $11,390

Prestige Suite - Deck 6 $11,790

single Occupancy supplement: Singles are available in the Prestige Stateroom categories at an additional supplement to the per person, double occupancy fares as follows: $3,510 (Prestige Stateroom – Deck 4), $3,610 (Prestige Stateroom – Deck 5), and $3,610 (Prestige Stateroom – Deck 6). Subject to availability.

SPECIAL offER – AIRfARE CREdItWe are pleased to offer an airfare credit of $1,000 per couple ($500 per solo traveler) when you book this cruise by october 31, 2015. this offer cannot be combined with any other offers.

ALL-INCLuSIvE fARES & uNIquE fEAtuRESOur fares are truly all-inclusive. coupled with the high-quality musical program, we provide a most attractive value.

Included•1nightattheAltis Avenida Hotel in Lisbon, prior to embarkation•CruiseaboardthedeluxeLe Boréal. all accommodations

are outside staterooms and suites, 95% of which feature a private balcony.

•Completeprogramofshoreexcursionsandactivities•Airport/hotel/piertransfersandhandlingofluggage•Allmealsaboardshipincludingearlyriser’scoffee&pastry,

breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner •complimentary open bar aboard ship•Gratuitiestoshipboardpersonnel,porters,guides,anddrivers•Porttaxesandcharges•Welcomeandfarewellcocktailreceptionsaboardship•PrivateconcertsandconversationbysopranoAilynPérezand

accompanying pianist•24-hourroomservice•Comprehensivepre-departurematerials

Not IncludedAirfare;airporttaxes;passportandvisafeesand/orimmigrationreciprocity taxes (if applicable); trip cancellation and baggage insurance; medical and repatriation insurance; meals and beverages other than those specified above; personal expenses (such as telephone, internet, laundry service, hair salon services, à la carte spa treatments, etc.)

tHe PONaNt sHiPsThe only ships in their class certified as “Clean Ships”

CARE FOR THE EnVIROnMEnTOur concern for the health and well-being of the planet is demonstrated by our active involvement in organizations dedicated to the promotion of ecologically responsible tourism and to the sharing of best practices. We are a proud member of the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators and a signatory of La Charte Bleue d’Armateurs de France, both of which bind us to follow the most stringent rules and regulations governing safety and environmental protection.

CLEAn SHIPSAbove and beyond participation in these organizations, we have taken the additional step of having all four of our sister ships certified “Clean Ship” by the French classification society, Bureau Veritas, one of the world’s major ship classification societies. This coveted and seldom-awarded certification recognizes that the POnAnT fleet—from initial design and construction to seagoing operations—has adopted the most environmentally responsible materials, equipment, and management procedures possible.

TERmS&CONDITIONSCompagnie du POnAnT, POnAnT Group USA, LLC, and POnAnT USA, LLC are hereinafter collectively referred to as “POnAnT GROUP”. Please read carefully the following terms and conditions, which constitute the sole, legally enforceable agreements between the passenger and POnAnT GROUP and the tour’s sponsoring organization.

PaYmeNt scHeDuLe: In order to secure a booking, the guest is required to pay $1,500 per person. Final payment is due 90 days prior to departure. Checks and credit cards are accepted.CANCELLATION,mODIFICATIONPENALTIES&REFUNDS: All cancellations or modifications must be in writing. Any and all guests not reporting for departure or prevented from reporting for departure or waiving for any reason whatsoever the benefit of services included in the program cannot claim any refund. POnAnT GROUP shall not be required to refund any monies to any guests who must leave the cruise prematurely for any reason, nor shall POnAnT GROUP be held responsible for any costs, fees, damages or causes of action which result from the transportation expenses incurred by guest’s early departure.For any deposited or fully paid booking, cancellation penalties will be assessed as noted below. These cancellation penalties are applicable on all services booked with POnAnT GROUP. • From confirmation of booking date up to 91 days prior

departure: $1,000 per person fee• 90-61 days prior departure: 50% of full fare• Within 60 days prior to departure: 100% of full fare.

tRaVeL iNsuRaNce: Passengers shall be responsible for subscribing to cancellation/luggage/assistance repatriation/medical insurance(s).itiNeRaRY: POnAnT GROUP reserves the right to withdraw and/or cancel a sailing to make changes in the itinerary whenever, in its sole judgment, or in the judgment of the vessel owner or operator, conditions warrant it.INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS/LImIT OF LIABILITy: The passenger agrees that POnAnT GROUP acts as agent and/or trustee for any person, ground and maritime agents and subcontractors, who provide any service forming, or in connection with, any part of the cruise. Transportation services to the port of departure, transfers to the ship, including, as applicable, hotel room and restaurant bookings or guided tours, are performed by independent suppliers who are not employees of POnAnT GROUP. In this respect, POnAnT GROUP acts only as an agent and shall not be held liable for said services or for the acts or omissions of sub-contractors or other contractors.

POnAnT GROUP shall not be held liable for bodily injury to, or death of passengers, or for loss of, or damage to luggage or other personal belongings, unless it is proved that the carrier has infringed statutory obligations or that it or one of its employees or agents has committed gross negligence. However, in the event the liability of POnAnT GROUP is incurred, such liability is limited (details available upon request).

POnAnT GROUP shall in any case not be liable for failure of an improper performance when the same is due to or caused by the fault of the passenger; the unforeseeable or unavoidable fault of a third party unconnected with the provision of any services to be provided under the contract; unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond the control of POnAnT GROUP; an event of “Force Majeure” such as a war, threat of war, riots, civil commotion, acts of God, terrorist activities, natural and nuclear disaster, fire, technical problems with transport, closure of ports, strikes and any industrial action, or any other event beyond the control of POnAnT GROUP.

Rates: The prices given at the time of booking are based on economic conditions known on June 1, 2015 and are subject to change. These conditions are, amongst others, the cost of transport and fuel, relevant dues and taxes for the proposed operation (port taxes, embarkation and disembarkation taxes, entrance costs to tourist sites), currency exchange rates relevant to the pricing of these programs. POnAnT GROUP reserves the right within the legal limits of applicable laws to vary the prices if necessary. All variation of the cost of transport, fuel, taxes, dues and visa costs will be passed on within the voyage cost. Additionally, any surcharge levied will be increased to include an amount to cover agent’s commission. Any change in fare cannot be imposed less than 60 days prior to departure. For the cruise-only rate, daily surcharge, if any, will be calculated based on: S= fuel variation* x daily consumption**ship capacity ***(*): MGO FOB Rotterdam 0,1% in US$ (**): L’AUSTRAL, LE BOREAL, LE LYRIAL, LE SOLEAL: 20t(***): L’AUSTRAL, LE BOREAL, LE LYRIAL, LE SOLEAL: 244 passengersJuRisDictiON: These terms & conditions are subject to and interpreted according to International regulations and concern the transportation of passengers and their luggage from the time of boarding the ship to the moment of disembarking, as well as at ports of departure, destination, or stopover. POnAnT GROUP shall incur no liability outside this period of time. Without prejudice to required legal regulations, any actions related either to the interpretation, or execution of this agreement shall be brought before the competent courts of Marseille-France. POnAnT GROUP is not responsible for omissions, printing and/or presentation errors and reserves the right to make corrections as required.ShIPS’REGISTRy: FranceFL Seller of Travel Ref no ST37706 CA Seller of Travel Ref no 2120712-40

RegiStRatiOn tMOg B090516

Enclosed is my check or credit card no. for $______ ($1,500 per person) as a deposit to hold ____ place(s) on music at sea. I understand that final payment is due ninety (90) days prior to departure. If I am not already a Met Patron or Guild member, I agree to join at the $150 level or above.

Please make check payable to: PONaNtCulturalCruises&Expeditions and mail with this registration form to: The Metropolitan Opera Guild Attn: Kimberly Goodis 70 Lincoln Center Plaza, 6th Floor new York, nY 10023-6593

o AmEx o Discover

o Visa o MasterCard

no. Exp.

3- or 4-Digit Security Code

Please select cabin category in order of preference (1st, 2nd & 3rd choice):

Superior Stateroom Deluxe Stateroom Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Prestige Suite - Deck 6

o Twin Beds o Double Bed

o Single Occupancy

o Share (cannot be guaranteed)

DR./MR./MRS./MS. FIRST LAST

DR./MR./MRS./MS. FIRST LAST

ADDRESS

CITY/STATE/ZIP

TELEPHOnE (DAY) (EVEnInG)

E-MAIL

Each participant must sign below: I/We have read the “Terms & Conditions” section and agree to its terms.

SIGnATURE DATE

SIGnATURE DATE

mus ic at sea cru i s i ng f r om Po r t uga l t o i r e l and

a b o a r d t h e D e l u x e L e B o r é a l

may 7–16, 2016

PRESORTED STANDARD MAIL

US POSTAgEPAID

PONANT

The River Liffey, Dublin, Ireland

SPECIALAIRFARESAVINGSSee Ins ide

For further information or reservations, please call Kimberly goodis of

the Metropolitan Opera guild at 212 769 7062 or POnant at 888 400 1082 (toll-Free)

TMOG B090516

70 LincoLn center PLaza, 6th fLoor new York, nY 10023-6593