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March 2015 Newsletter BURKHALTER TOURS ● Upcoming Tour Previews ● Greetings Travelers! T hink Spring ‐ it can’t be that far off, right? Welcome back to your newsle er, and thanks for coming back a er two whole months. Your reward is a whole bunch of great new tours! You’ll love the Door County Getaway we’ve put together for September, an awesome trip to England for Anglophile Downton Abbey fans, a wonderful and affordable new tour to eastern Europe, an adven‐ ture in Turkey, an autumn tour in New England and a visit to the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta in October. We hope you enjoy! Kathy and Elaine Unless stated otherwise, all tour previews are held at our office at 6501 Mineral Point Road in Madison, beginning at 6:30p. RSVP’s are required. Please call 800/556‐9286 or 608/833‐1525 ext 260 or ext 261 or email: [email protected] W , M M P R . O EUROPEAN $1000 discount per person! RIVER CRUISING Consult with the experts! Avalon ‐ A cruise as impressive as the places you visit! Inclusions are the name of the game ‐ wine and beer with dinner, most shore excursions, spacious staterooms. June 15 ‐ Burgundy and Provence on the Saone and Rhone Rivers October 13 ‐ Paris and Normandy on the Seine River Special offers on other great i neraries and departure dates are also available! SEE THE WORLD WITH HOLLAND AMERICA! T Call us about fantas c deals to some of the worldwide des na ons that, so far, you’ve only dreamed about. Enjoy cruising’s comfort, value and convenience as you see exo c places in South America, the Far East, the South Pacific and more. Perhaps you’d like to take an extended World Cruise? It’s more affordable than you might think! Ask about special departures and sale prices that are only availa‐ ble through Burkhalter...call Elaine or your favorite Burkhalter agent today! 18 ‐ 6:30 . . ‐ A B Hurry ‐ booking deadline March 24! , M 19 ‐ 12:30 . . ‐ A I G , M CRUISING THE YANGTZE RIVER Tour Dates: October 12‐27, 2015 Join us and our expert Colle e rep for a delicious Chinese luncheon* and an interes ng presenta on of this sensa on‐ al 16‐day land and cruise tour in China that includes hotel stays in Shanghai, Xian and Beijing and a cruise on the beau ful Yangtze River. The tour price of $5,499 includes airfare from Chicago and inter‐tour flights, 14 nights deluxe ac‐ commoda ons including 4‐nt. cruise, 34 meals and more. ► Up to $225 per person discount off the tour price if you a end the presenta on and book the tour within two weeks a erwards! *RSVP required and $5 payable at the door Extended Tours March 2015 ‐ P 2 Pampered gardens over‐ look a scenic valley at the home of PBS host, P. Allen Smith GRAND GARDENS OF THE CENTRAL U.S. April 20‐25, 2015 Embark on a motorcoach adventure to visit some of our country’s most beau ful gardens, including those on the Arkansas farm owned by P. Allen Smith. Host Jeff Epping, Director of Hor culture for Olbrich Botani‐ cal Gardens, will also introduce you to the Washington Park Botanical Garden in Springfield, IL, the Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis, Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas, the Memphis Botanic Garden, the Luthy Botanical Garden in Peoria, IL and more! $1,249. ► Must be booked by March 13! ALASKAN ADVENTURE June 22‐July 5, 2015 This 13‐day journey is a dream come true! You’ll start in Fairbanks, pan for gold and visit an Athabascan na ve village; travel by coach to Denali Na onal Park for a two‐night stay featuring a fantas c wilderness excursion in search of wildlife; ride the magnificent McKinley Explorer train to Anchorage for an overnight; and travel to Seward past the spectacular scenery of Turnagain Arm. Your cruise then takes you to see the stunning beauty of Glacier Bay Na onal Park, to Haines and historic Skagway, the capital city of Juneau, and the totem pole town of Ketchikan. Wind up in fabulous Vancouver. From $3,918 from Chicago. Copenhagen, Denmark SIMPLY SCANDINAVIA July 10‐19, 2015 Immerse yourself in the languages and customs of three Scandinavian countries ‐ Sweden, Norway and Denmark. Visit the incredible ci es of Stockholm, the epitome of a vibrant cosmopolitan center; Oslo, where the glorious urban landscape meets towering moun‐ tains; and, Copenhagen, a mix of old‐world grandeur and modern culture. You will also cruise Norway’s magnificent ords, where emerald green cliffs sweep down into gli ering waters, and travel on the spectac‐ ularly scenic Flam Railway. A feast for the senses! $4,729 ► Ask about available discounts! CENTRAL EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISE July 13‐25, 2015 Cruise along four fantas c European rivers and see some of the con nent’s oldest and most beau ful ci es. Spend two nights in Prague and stroll the cob‐ blestone streets around Wenceslaus Square. Sail from Nuremburg, Germany and visit centuries‐old towns like Bamberg, Wurzburg and Miltenberg along the Danube and Main Rivers, past the fairy‐tale castles of the Rhine Gorge and into France’s Moselle Valley to the river city of Remich, where you will disembark and catch a high‐speed train to roman c Paris for a tour and two‐night stay in the City of Light. From $5,820 from Chicago (cat. D). ► Up to $250 discount! For more informa on, call 800/556‐9286 or 608/833‐1525; Kathy ext 260; Elaine ext 261; [email protected] Extended Tours P 3 ‐ March 2015 Peggy’s Cove, Halifax COASTAL WONDERS OF CANADA’S MARITIMES ALASKA’S BEST July 19‐29, 2015 Embark in Vancouver for a relaxing seven‐night cruise through Alaska’s incredible Inside Passage. You’ll call on the ports of Ketchikan, Juneau and Skagway and spend a full day cruising in spectacular Glacier Bay Na onal Park. Upon arrival in Seward, you will board a deluxe motorcoach for some awesome sightseeing en route to Denali Na onal Park, where you will spend two nights and experience a wonderful wildlife tour. Return to Anchorage aboard the McKinley Explorer train through Alaska’s unspoiled wilderness. From $3,322 from Chicago. August 17‐27, 2015 The awe‐inspiring beauty of Canada’s Mari mes will come to life before your eyes on this terrific 11‐day tour that visits Nova Sco a, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Cape Breton Island. See the charm‐ ing Peggy’s Cove; travel along the historic Cabot Trail with its rugged terrain and spectacular views of the Atlan c; ferry to Prince Edward Island where you will visit the Anne of Green Gables House; travel along the sea‐sprayed shoreline to the amazing Hopewell Rocks, a New Brunswick icon; learn about the fishing industry in Nova Sco a as you visit its historic villages; and so much more! $3,999 from Chicago. Edinburgh’s legendary Military Ta oo Historic Budapest on the beau ful blue Danube LEGENDARY DANUBE RIVER CRUISE August 3‐14, 2015 Discover some of Europe’s oldest and most beau ful ci es and meander past the charming towns and vil‐ lages in Austria’s wine country. Begin in Prague where you can sample the Pilsner and explore Wenceslaus Square. Embark on a guided tour of Nuremberg’s medieval for fica ons and Imperial Castle, and in Regensburg, see the Porta Pretoria, gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 A.D. Wind your way through Passau’s maze of narrow cobblestone streets, and visit the magnificent 11th‐century Benedic ne Abbey in Melk. Explore Vienna, Europe’s “music city,” and tour the remarkable Fisherman’s Bas on in Budapest. From $5,300 from Chicago. ► Up to $250 discount! BONNIE SCOTLAND August 19‐26, 2015 ‐ Featuring the Military Ta oo This magnificent country deserves a longer visit than one gets on most UK tours! See the picturesque Tros‐ sachs region, historic S rling Castle and the bustling city of Glasgow. Drive along the “Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond” to Fort William and scenic Glen Coe, and fol‐ low the “Road to the Isles” for an overnight stay on the Isle of Skye. Trace the shores of Loch Ness and pay homage to Bonnie Prince Charlie at Culloden. Explore the scenic Highlands and visit a whiskey dis llery. Call at the manor home of an Earl and Countess, stop for a look at St. Andrews, and wind up in Edinburgh for a perfor‐ mance of the incredible Military Ta oo featuring Sco sh regiments and military bands from all over the world! $3,049 from Chicago. For more informa on, call 800/556‐9286 or 608/833‐1525; Kathy ext 260; Elaine ext 261; [email protected] Extended Tours March 2015 ‐ P 4 NEW! Up to $400 discount available! Capri, Italy Recognizable stairway at Highclere Castle DISCOVER THE REAL DOWNTON ABBEY August 20‐26, 2015 If you are a big fan of this PBS series, now’s your chance to see some of the iconic places used in the show! Your guide will start by introducing places in London that you might recognize, and then take you through the charming Cotswolds to visit some of the small villages where outdoor “town” scenes have been filmed. You will also spend the be er part of a day ex‐ ploring Highclere Castle, the real‐life family estate of Earl and Lady Carnarvon. Other sights to see on this tour include the university city of Oxford, breathtaking Blenheim Palace‐birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, and Greys Court, a picturesque 16th‐century mansion. Travel with a small group of other Downton‐loving fans! $3,656 with es mated airfare from Chicago. NEW! Door County Mari me Museum DOOR COUNTY GETAWAY September 15‐18, 2015 Embark on a four‐day excursion to one of Wisconsin’s most beloved des na ons—the peninsula of Door County, where you’ll stay at a beau ful four‐diamond resort in Sturgeon Bay. Tour highlights include a visit to the Door County Mari me Museum and the tug‐ boat, John Purvis; guided tours of the “Upper Door” and “Lower Door” as well as a tour by Cherry Train on Washington Island; shopping in the charming town of Fish Creek; a fun “fish boil” dinner; a performance by the Peninsula Players; a visit to Cana Island and its his‐ toric lighthouse; and a Swedish dinner at Al Johnson’s. Wrap it up with lunch and a tour of Lambeau Stadium in Green Bay. $855 BEST OF ITALY September 26‐October 7, 2015 The splendor of Rome, the amazing beauty of Tuscany, the history of Florence, the romance of Venice, the ruins of Pompeii, and the cap va ng island culture of Capri—experience all of this and more! Stare in awe at the Sis ne Chapel at the Va can Museums in Rome, see St. Peter’s Square, the Colosseum and Roman Forum. In Florence, see the incredible David at the Academy of Fine Arts. In Venice, roman c site of a recent celebrity wedding, you’ll walk in St. Mark’s Square, see the lavish Doges’ Palace and Bridge of Sighs. Travel through the Apennine Mountains for an overnight in peaceful Assisi. Marvel at the perfectly‐ preserved ancient ruins of the city of Pompeii. A high‐ light is the ride to Capri for a two‐night stay on this beau ful Mediterranean island. $5,289 from Chicago. Wave Hill, the Bronx GARDENS OF NEW YORK CITY September 27‐October 1, 2015 Join Jeff Epping of Olbrich Botanical Gardens and discover the beau ful parks you never knew were sca ered throughout one of the most populous ci es in the world! Wave Hill in the Bronx is a 28‐acre public garden that overlooks the Hudson River. The nearby New York Botanical Garden is a Na onal Historic Land‐ mark and features a 50‐acre remnant of the forest that once covered Manha an. Several separate gardens make up the Central Park Conservatory Gardens. Also see Manha an’s High Line Park and Ba ery Park gardens. The group will also spend a day exploring on Long Island. $2,377 from Milwaukee. For more informa on, call 800/556‐9286 or 608/833‐1525; Kathy ext 260; Elaine ext 261; [email protected] Extended Tours P 5 ‐ March 2015 NEW! Up to $250 discount available! Vienna’s magnificent Karlskirche Fiesta grounds in Albuquerque BOHEMIAN DREAM ALBUQUERQUE BALLOON FIESTA Hungary ‐ Austria ‐ Slovakia ‐ Czech Republic September 25‐October 4, 2015 If you’re ready to make the jump beyond the “usual” places in Europe, perhaps it’s me to explore these fascina ng eastern Bohemian countries. Discover the combined ci es of “Buda” and “Pest,” sprawled along both banks of the Danube River. Marvel at the medie‐ val towers and for fica ons in Bra slava. Soak in Vienna’s musical legacy and the history of its imperial family. In Cesky Krumlov, a World Heritage Site, you will be awestruck by the incredible architecture of beau ful buildings built between the 13th and 17th centuries. Prague’s Astronomical Clock is just one of the many ancient wonders to be found in this beau ful city. From $3,399 from Chicago. October 9‐14, 2015 This famous fes val began more than 40 years ago with just 13 balloons. Today, hundreds of pilots from all over the world bring their balloons to Albuquerque. Once you’ve arrived in the city, an en re day will be devoted to your enjoyment of the fiesta, beginning very early at the “Dawn Patrol,” when a select number of pilots li off pre‐sunrise to check wind condi ons. A er that, you will experience “Mass Ascension,” when two waves of balloonists alight and create a col‐ orful pallet in the sky. Finally, just before dusk, pilots light up their burners to create a deligh ul “balloon glow” over the grounds. Other highlights—tour of the city, a day in Sante Fe, a visit to the ar st community of Taos and more! $2,370 from Chicago. NEW! Open‐Air Museum at Goreme, Turkey NEW! Stowe, Vermont COLORS OF NEW ENGLAND October 9‐16, 2015 If you’re a fan of fall color, and you’d like to experience the seasonal ar stry beyond our own beau ful state, hop aboard this seven‐night tour. Start with historic sites in Boston. Travel into the Green Mountain state of Vermont to be charmed by the white‐steeple churches and covered bridges. Learn how apple cider is made and tour the Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream Facto‐ ry. Con nue through the White Mountains of New Hampshire, cruise on Lake Winnipesaukee, and learn about the importance of “maple sugaring” in the re‐ gion. Journey into Maine to take in the gorgeous, rugged coastline do ed with lighthouses and lovely summer homes, and top it off with a tasty lobster dinner. $3,099 from Chicago. ► Up to $100 discount! TREASURES OF TURKEY With Mary Kay Harmon October 22‐November 2, 2015 Whatever you might expect Turkey to be, think again! One of the best‐kept secrets in tourism, this country is rich with stunning architecture, amazingly preserved ruins, fabulous shopping and delicious epicurean de‐ lights. Overnights include: Istanbul, Ankara, Cappado‐ cia, Pamukkale, Kusadasi, and Canakkale. Sightseeing highlights include Istanbul’s famous Blue Mosque and Hippodrome, the fabulous Anatolian Civiliza ons Mu‐ seum in Ankara, the unique fairy chimneys of the Devrent Valley and the mushroom‐shaped pinnacles in Monk’s Valley, Pamukkale’s stunning Hierapolis and the city of Aphrodite, the Artemis Temple of Ephesus, the city of Troy, and more! $3,730 from Chicago. For more informa on, call 800/556‐9286 or 608/833‐1525; Kathy ext 260; Elaine ext 261; [email protected] Extended Tours March 2015 ‐ P 6 About Our Tour Listings Individual brochures including reserva on forms, complete i neraries and all terms and condi ons, are available for each of the extended tours listed in this news‐ le er. Call or email to request a copy. Or, if you receive the newsle er electronically, you may simply click on the tour tle to go directly to the brochure for that tour. Prices shown are complete per person based on double occupancy, including accommoda ons, admissions, some meals, taxes and fees, and the cost of transporta‐ on by air , motorcoach , train or ship . However, airfares are o en es mated and are subject to change. These tours are “on request,” which means the group space we were holding is about to be recalled or has already been recalled. Call now to check availability! HOLLAND TULIP FESTIVAL May 8‐10, 2015 A end the largest tulip fes val in the Burkhalter Travel U.S. when you travel to Holland, Michigan, where it has been held Agency Locations every year in mid‐May since 1929. Any of our terrific tours may also be Walk among the thousands of tulips booked through our equally terrific that line the streets of this small travel agents‐call one today! town, enjoy the wonderful parade, West Madison: 800/556‐9286 or 608/833‐5200 and more! $565 6501 Mineral Point Rd Madison 53705 East Madison: 800/414‐7166 or 608/241‐7500 615A N Sherman Ave Madison 53704 Fitchburg: 888/522‐4269 or 608/441‐0151 FROM ROME TO LONDON 3050 Cahill Main, Fitchburg 53711 May 16‐29, 2015 Oregon: Experience the unique beauty and 800/537‐0419 or 608/835‐8474 culture of six amazing countries on 763 N Main, Oregon 53575 this 14‐day tour. Overnights include: Stoughton/Chalet Travel: In Italy—Rome, Florence and Venice; 800/733‐6970 or 608/873‐8133 Innsbruck, Austria; Lucerne, Switzer‐ 226 S Forrest St, Stoughton 53589 land; Paris, France; and London, Baraboo: England. $3,960 from Chicago. 800/660‐8359 or 608/356‐4999 141 Third Ave, Baraboo 53913 Prairie du Sac/Travelog Travel: 800/242‐8457 or 608/643‐4599 180 Washington St, Prairie du Sac 53578 Brookfield/Olson Travel: 800/847‐5921 or 262/782‐0110 CRUISING THE GALAPAGOS 17550 W Bluemound Rd Suite 202 Brookfield 53045 ISLANDS Dubuque/Travel Headquarters: June 13‐20, 2015 800/383‐0563 or 563/588‐3456 This tour includes a four‐night cruise 2095 John F Kennedy Rd Suite 1 around the islands. The wildlife are Dubuque, IA 52002 not afraid of you, and you’re likely to walk freely among slow and stately sea turtles, majes c marine iguanas, charming penguins and curious sea lions, not to men on a host of ma‐ rine birds, masked and blue‐footed boobies, herons and more ‐ truly an unforge able adventure! $5,425 from Chicago. HIGHLIGHTS OF GERMANY June 14‐25 2015 Cruise along the Rhine River, ride a Eurocity Train to Berlin, see historic ci es like Cologne, Leipzig, Heidel‐ berg and Nuremberg. Ride the roman c Road to medieval Rothen‐ burg, Munich and Oberammergau. $4,055 from Chicago. ALASKA & THE YUKON August 4‐15, 2015 Seats are ge ng scarce on our most popular Alaska cruisetour, an exci ng seven‐night land tour followed by a relaxing four‐night cruise. Includes McKinley Explorer train to Denali Na onal Park for a two‐night stay and wildlife tour; Fairbanks; then Dawson City and Whitehorse in the Yukon; White Pass and Yukon train to Skagway; then cruise the wonders of the Inside Passage, including Glacier Bay Nat’l Park and Ketchikan. From $4,028 from Chicago. For more informa on, call 800/556‐9286 or 608/833‐1525; Kathy ext 260; Elaine ext 261; [email protected] One-Day Tours P 7– March 2015 D‐Day: Normandy 1944 Museum of Science & Industry , Chicago Saturday, April 25 ‐ $86 In 2014, we celebrated the 70th anniversary of the 1944 invasion of Normandy that turned the de in World War II. Now you can visit MSI and see their IMAX presenta on of a documentary narrated by Tom Brokaw that is a gripping personal and historic account of that fateful me. You will also get a private tour of the U‐505 German submarine that was captured off the coast of West Africa the same year! The Book of Mormon Marcus Center, Milwaukee Saturday, May 23 ‐ $123 This hilarious and controversial mu‐ sical follows two young missionaries sent to Uganda to convert its people to the Mormon religion. What they find, and how they deal with it, makes for a raucous show that is offensive and highly entertaining! Kickin’ it Country Mississippi River Cruise (L) Sail from Dubuque, Iowa Wednesday, June 17 ‐ $99 Our annual June river cruise will feature country music this year! You’ll also enjoy a relaxing, four‐ hour sail on the magnificent Missis‐ sippi River, along with a tasty lunch. Use free me a erwards to explore the River Museum or gamble at the casino, both a short walk from the dock. On Your Feet Oriental Theatre, Chicago Saturday, June 20 ‐ $162 This musical tells the story of Gloria and Emilio Estefan ‐ their romance, escape from Cuba, and eventual superstardom. You’ll be thrilled to hear hit songs like Rhythm is Gonna Get You, 1‐2‐3‐4 and Conga, plus many new songs penned just for the show. Be among the first to see this exci ng new show before it heads to Broadway in the fall! Historic Sites & Progressive Lunch in Dubuque (L) Friday, June 26 ‐ $99 We’re reviving a highly popular tour that we haven’t done for years! Enjoy a tour and appe zer at the Mathias Ham House, tour and soup at the Redstone Inn, tour, salad and main course at the Historic Train Depot, and tour and dessert at the Mandolin Inn. What a unique way to learn about the history of Dubuque! Brewers vs. Braves Miller Park, Milwaukee Wednesday, July 8 ‐ $74 Our 2015 Brew Crew trip features the Atlanta Braves and awesome Field Infield Box seats near the Brewers dugout, sec on 110! (L)‐Lunch included Motown the Musical Marcus Center, Milwaukee Saturday, July 11 ‐ $90 Our group really loved this show when it was in Chicago! Chock full of wonderful Motown music, it’s the story of Berry Gordy and how he created and nurtured Motown Rec‐ ords, along with its many talented recording ar sts. You’ll be dancing in the aisles! Van Gogh to Pollock: Modern Rebels Milwaukee Art Museum Friday, July 17 ‐ $54 Embark on a private tour of this special exhibi on featuring works by some of the biggest names in art whose crea ve rebellion shaped the course of modern art. If you haven’t been there before, you should see this museum—a work of art in itself! Kinky Boots Cadillac Palace Theatre, Chicago Saturday, July 25 ‐ $158 This Tony‐winning sensa on con n‐ ues to pack ‘em in on Broadway, and now you can enjoy this feel‐ good celebra on packed with non‐ stop fun! Music and lyrics by Cindy Lauper and book by theatre legend Harvey Fierstein. COMING UP IN AUGUST: Pippin at the Cadillac Palace Thea‐ tre in Chicago on Saturday, August 8; and Summer Day in Cedarburg on Friday, August 14. For more informa on, call 800/556‐9286 or 608/833‐1525; Kathy ext 260; Elaine ext 261; [email protected] PRESORT STD U.S. Postage Paid Madison, WI Permit No. 1968 BURKHALTER TOURS 6501 Mineral Point Rd Madison, WI 53705 608/833‐1525 or 800/556‐9286 Kathy Brinkman, ext 260 [email protected] Elaine Grenzow, ext 261 [email protected] You may also find our Burkhalter Travel page on Facebook or follow us on Twi er @BurkhalterTrvl! March 2015 Newsle er Burkhalter Tours At-A-Glance Extended Tours ● upcoming preview Door County Getaway Bohemian Dream Best of Italy Gardens/New York City Colors of New England Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta Cruising the Yangtze ● Treasures of Turkey Death Valley/Vegas Mar 08‐13 on request Discover Cuba w/Olbrich Mar 10‐16 closed Flavors of the South Mar 21‐28 sold out Civil War: Appoma ox Apr 06‐14 on request Castles of the Rhine ● Apr 06‐14 on request Northern Italy/Lake Como Apr 13‐21 on request Grand Gardens/Central U.S. Apr 20‐25 hurry! Great Trains/Grand Canyons Apr 26‐May 01 on request One‐Day Tours Cruising the Adria c Sea May 01‐09 sold out First Wives Club Southern Coastal Journey May 06‐13 on request Beauty and the Beast Holland Tulip Fes val May 08‐10 on request WWII History at MSI Chicago From Rome to London May 16‐29 on request Book of Mormon Country Music Cruise Cruising the Galapagos Jun 13‐20 on request On Your Feet Highlights of Germany Jun 14‐25 on request Dubuque Lunch/Mansion Tour Alaskan Adventure Jun 22‐Jul 05 Brewers vs. Braves Simply Scandinavia Jul 10‐19 Central European Experience ● Jul 13‐25 Motown the Musical Alaska’s Best Jul 19‐29 Modern Rebels/MAM Legendary Danube ● Aug 03‐14 Kinky Boots Alaska + The Yukon Pippin Aug 04‐15 limited Summer Day in Cedarburg Canada’s Mari mes Aug 17‐27 Dressing Downton Bonnie Scotland Aug 19‐26 CUBS vs. Arizona The REAL Downton Abbey Aug 20‐26 new Sep 15‐18 new Sep 25‐Oct 04 new Sep 26‐Oct 07 Sep 27‐Oct 01 Oct 09‐16 new Oct 09‐14 new Oct 12‐27 new Oct 22‐Nov 02 new Mar 14 hurry! Mar 21 hurry! Apr 25 May 23 4 seats Jun 17 Jun 20 Jun 26 9 seats le Jul 08 new Jul 11 Jul 17 Jul 25 Aug 08 new Aug 14 new Aug 22 new Sep 04 new
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