Aquinas hosts IB info session Oct. 21 St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Secondary School will host an International Baccalaureate (IB) Program information session Monday, Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. The IB is a not-for-profit foundation, which offers four educational programs to schools around the world. There are currently more than one million IB students globally, including more than 200 at St. Thomas Aquinas, which received accreditation to offer the IB Diploma Program in Grades 11 and 12 in March 2012. "We invite all Grade 7 and 8 students and their parents interested in the IB Program to come out to our information evening," said Jeff Crowell, vice-principal and IB co-ordinator at Aquinas. For more information, contact Crowell at 905842-9494 or crowellj@hcdsb.org, or visit www. sta.hcdsb.org. 19 | Thursday, October 17, 2013 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com see a Come emo! Spill D McTavish Travel COSTA RICA and PANAMA Globus has announced a 13-day cruise-and-tour itinerary, `Cruising Costa Rica, Panama and Columbia' which combines the natural charms of Costa Rica with the engineering wonder of the Panama Canal and the historic city of Cartagena, Columbia. This comprehensive tour begins with 3-nights in the Costa Rican capital of San José and includes visits to Sarchi, the Arenal Volcano and the Tabacon Hot Springs. Then, from Los Suenos, guests will board the sleek mega yacht Variety Voyageur, launched in 2012 and featuring 36 elegant staterooms, indoor/outdoor dining, a library, three bars and a spa/fitness lounge. After overnighting along the west coast of Costa Rica and stopping at Manuel Antonio and Corcovado National Parks, the ship will head to Panama's Cranito de Oro Island, considered one of the top ten snorkelling destinations in the world. A full day will be spent in transit through the Panama Canal to the San Blas Islands, then disembarkation in Cartagena for 2-nights including a comprehensive city tour. Cruising Costa Rica, Panama and Columbia is priced at CAD3,693 per person double including taxes, excluding air. Only three departures are offered; 16JAN14, 13FEB14 and 13MAR14. Book either 16JAN14 or 13FEB14 by 29OCT13 and save $350 per person. Call us for reservations. www.globusjourneys.ca www.varietycruises.com According to G Adventures, travelling on two wheels is the way to go in Cuba. Their 8-day active adventure tour `Cycle Cuba' starts and ends in Havana and stops in Viñales, Cato Jutías, La Palma, Las Terrazas and Soroa. Cyclists will delight in the scenic vistas in the hills of the Guaniguanico and El Rosario mountain ranges. The tour includes touring an authentic tobacco plantation,lush scenery, vibrant culture and incredible beaches. Priced at $1,349 per person twin, land-only, this tour includes 7-nights accommodations, 6-days of guided cycling, 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners, air-conditioned microbus, bicycle, a Chief Experience Officer (escort), local guides and taxes. Options include extra days and single accommodation at a supplement. Departures dates include 07DEC13, 21DEC13, 04JAN14, 15FEB14, 08MAR14 and 12APR14. Does Cycle Cuba, especially the mountain part, sound a little too adventurous? G Adventures also offers 6 less-active, less-adventurous, feeton-the-ground experiences in Cuba from 8 to 15 days: Cuba Family Adventure, Cuban Rhythms, Cuba Explorer, Central Cuba Adventure, Cuba Libra and Cuba Colonial. Call us for details. www.gadventures.com CYCLE CUBA SAVE $500 UP TO * Join Us on Facebook & WIN CARPET!* We will pay the equivalent of the HST for you when you purchase our regular priced, in-stock flooring only. Cannot be combined with any other offer; expires October 20th, 2013. Valid at the Mississauga West (3050 Vega Blvd) End Of The Roll location only. PAY NO TAX BRING IN THIS AD AND... * HEAVY T PLUSH CARPE $0.99 SQ FT Starting at LVP BEAULIEU® EXPRESSION Regular price $3.99 $1.89 SQ FT Hurry in! Prices valid from Oct. 17th20th! Brand name flooring. Low prices. Always in stock. ENDOFTHEROLL.COM Mississauga West | 3050 Vega Blvd | 905.820.7655 No payment, no interest plans available OAC - *See store for details. Suite 300, South Oakville Centre · 1515 Rebecca Street, Oakville 905.827.1100 travel@mctavish.com www.mctavishtravel.com Ont Reg No 1437985 Treat your tastebuds to a trip around the world. Head to Central Counties this weekend for authentic dim sum, sushi, curry and pasta just a stone's throw away. Also explore the fantastic markets, festivals, and local foods in our quaint towns and villages. You may want to bring your bikes and hiking boots to work up an appetite. Visit centralcounties.ca and plan your weekend today!