Caitlin’s Spain Fundraising trip

June 6-13, 2026

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure through the heart of Spain, exploring the vibrant streets of Madrid, the historic charm of Córdoba, the breathtaking beauty of Granada, and the lively culture of Seville. This isn’t just a trip – it’s a chance to make a difference.

By joining this fundraising journey, you’ll not only experience Spain’s rich history, stunning architecture, and world-class cuisine, but you’ll also be supporting Caitlin on her road to recovery after her surgery. Your participation helps provide the resources she needs while creating a community of love and support around her.

Travel with purpose, create lasting memories, and be part of something truly meaningful.

Together, we can make a difference – one incredible destination at a time.

WELCOME TO MY Spain FUNDRAISING TRIP

My name is Caitlin Tamte, and I’m so grateful to have you here.

For nearly seven years, I’ve been courageously battling Leukemia. After countless rounds of chemotherapy, I’ve recently learned that these treatments are no longer effective for me. However, there’s hope on the horizon—I’m just five weeks away from undergoing a life-saving bone marrow transplant at the University of Minnesota.

While I’m incredibly thankful to have found a donor, the road to recovery will be long and challenging. It involves 4-5 weeks in the hospital, followed by 100 days of intensive recovery with a 24/7 caregiver. Unfortunately, this means I won’t be able to work during this time.

That’s why this cruise means so much to me. My amazing cousin, Christian Tamte, has generously decided to donate the proceeds from this trip to help support me through this journey.

Your presence on this cruise is a gift, and I can’t thank you enough for your love, kindness, and support. Together, we’re making hope possible.

Enjoy the cruise, and thank you from the bottom of my heart!

GoFundme

If you’re unable to join us on this incredible journey but still want to make a difference—or if you’d like to go above and beyond by contributing in another way—Caitlin could use your support. Her GoFundMe account is dedicated to helping with her recovery efforts
and medical bills, and every contribution, big or small, makes a meaningful impact.
Your generosity can help Caitlin on her path to healing.
Feel free to visit the link and lend a hand!

REGISTRATION FORM

PLEASE TYPE CAREFULLY! INACCURATE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN TRAVEL DELAYS AND/OR CHANGE FEES.

(Please submit one registration form per household (max 2 people per form))

Madrid

June 7-9, 2026

Cordoba

JUNE 9-12, 2026

TRAVEL DETAILS

Pricing details

Package Price:

DOUBLE OCCUPANCY:
$2,879/PP

SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
$3586

Final payments are due no later than January 1, 2026

A minimum of 15 guests is needed for this incredible journey, so don’t forget to invite your friends and family to join the adventure!

Be sure to secure your spot by the sign-up deadline: January 1, 2026. Let’s make this an unforgettable experience together!

*All pricing & availability is subject to change until completed through the booking process. If your vacation package includes airfare, baggage fees may be an additional cost. For international travel, a passport book is required. Most locations require at least 6 months before expiration on your passport, as well as 2 blank visa pages. Please make sure to have the correct and updated documents if applicable. If you have a criminal background, you are responsible for knowing the travel restrictions pertaining to the offense.

INCLUDED IN THE QUOTE

• Accommodations including breakfast as listed

• All services as listed in your itinerary.

  • Order of activities may be adjusted for logistical reasons

• Luggage allowance on ground transportation is based on one standard sized suitcase and one small carry-on per

  person.

  • Additional luggage must be arranged in advance, fees may apply

• Skip-the-line entry where available, queuing for security may still apply

• Applicable taxes & fees in force at time of confirmation

  • Changes, including per person city taxes, coach permit fees, etc., taking effect after confirmation may result in a supplement added to your final prices

• Service fees and commissions (NON REFUNDABLE)

NOT INCLUDED

• International Airfare

• Meals, unless listed in your itinerary

• Tips for drivers, guides and other services

• Visa, passport, and entry/exit fees

• Incidental charges 

• 4% processing fee per payment (only if paying w/debit or credit card)

• Local taxis

• Most meals/beverages (unless included in the itinerary)

• Optional Travel Insurance *DUE AT TIME OF BOOKING- PLEASE REVIEW THE DETAILS OF EACH PLAN THOROUGHLY

  • World Wide Trip Protector “Essentials”

  • World Wide Trip Protector “Deluxe”

  • World Wide Trip Protector ‘Premium’

  • Other insurance options are available, if you have questions or want more coverage options, please let us know at time of booking.

REGISTRATION 

• A completed registration form (one per household -max 2 people per registration form) 

The deadline to sign up for this trip is January 1, 2026

FINAL PAYMENT

Final payments are due no later than January 1, 2026

• Payments not received on time will result in reservation cancellation without refund.

• Additional bookings after the final payment deadline may result in higher prices, less availability and additional administrative fees.

• Fee amounts imposed are at the discretion of Zone Travel.

SUGGESTED PAYMENT SCHEDULE

There are three payment options available to you. 
*Payment schedule does not include insurance costs. Insurance is due separately and can be paid directly through the emailed quote once your registration has been received. 

Option 1: Full Payment
(Most affordable overall)
Full payment- due upon receipt.

*Please keep in mind, a 4% processing fee will be charged at time of payment if paying with debit or credit card. (this has not been included in the published costs on this webpage.)

Option 2: Two Payments
One payment will be due immediately and the second payment will be due no later than December 15, 2025.

NOTE: Not all insurance policies will allow you to purchase coverage after the initial deposit. It is illegal to purchase insurance with the knowledge and intent that you will be changing or canceling your trip.)

*Please keep in mind, a 4% processing fee will be charged at time of payment if paying with debit or credit card. (this has not been included in the published costs on this webpage.)

TWO-PAYMENT PLAN:

(price per person)
Due now: $200 + $50 fee (per person, non-refundable)
December 15, 2025: Remainder due

 

Option 3: Monthly Payments
Payments will be split into the remaining months prior to your trip (ending on December 15, 2025.

*Please keep in mind, a 4% processing fee will be charged at time of payment if paying with debit or credit card. (this has not been included in the published costs on this webpage.)

Split amount due into monthly payments.

• The first payment must be a minimum of $200 + $50 (per person, non-refundable), due upon receipt.

• The remaining payments will be divided by the months- with final payment due December 15, 2025.

CANCELLATION

Zone Travel LLC and its cooperative destination incur unrecoverable charges preparing for your trip therefore our partners have the following cancellation policy:

150 to 76 days prior to departure 50% per person

75 to 46 days prior to departure 100% of the package price

If an individual in the group cancels & causes a roommate to be accommodated in a room for sole occupancy, single supplement fees may be charged to remaining traveler.

PLEASE NOTE: Cancellation in writing must be received by Zone Travel prior to departure for appropriate refund on the land tour cost minus the following fees:

• Commissions and Travel insurance are non-refundable.

We sell a variety of travel related products from different suppliers and service providers ("Suppliers"). Each Supplier has its own terms and condition that are applicable to your particular arrangements in addition to our general terms and conditions, and you should make sure you understand them.

Zone Travel is acting as intermediary or a "Booking Agent" for products and services that are not directly supplied by us (e.g., air carriage and ground transportation, hotel accommodations, meals, tours, cruises, etc.). We are not a co-vendor of such products and services. You will be entering into a separate contract with such Suppliers in connection with such products and services.

By making payments to Zone Travel for this trip you are agreeing to all Terms and Conditions listed on the Zone Travel website.

Vendor Cancel policy: Each vendor has their own policies, which we have to apply. This information may vary and is listed in full detail on the contract signed for each vendor.

WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND TRAVEL INSURANCE

F.A.Q.

WHAT TIME IS THE CHECK IN TO THE HOTEL?

Check in at your hotel will not be until 3pm at the earliest.

• If you arrive early, or your room is not yet ready for you to check in when you arrive, you may be able to leave your bags with the front desk and they will keep them securely held behind the desk while you go out and eat or explore the city until your room is ready.

IS BREAKFAST INCLUDED?

Yes.

The serving times vary by hotel (they will tell you at check-in), but usually breakfast is served starting at 7am.

WHERE WILL I GO THROUGH CUSTOMS? 

You will go through customs in the first Schengen country that you enter.

When you return to the USA you'll go through customs wherever your first point of entry is into the USA.

IS IT BETTER TO USE CASH OR CARD IN Spain?

Debit and credit cards are accepted almost everywhere, and many places also accept payment by phone, like Google Pay and Apple Pay. But it is still a good idea to have a bit of cash on you for small purchases. Foreign currency is rarely accepted, so you need Euros to get by.

SHOULD I EXCHANGE MONEY BEFORE I TRAVEL TO Spain?

Having some Euros on hand can be helpful.

Credit unions and banks will exchange your dollars into a foreign currency before and after your trip when you have a checking or savings account with them. (Just remember that when you return home, the banks will not accept any coins… only paper bills.)

You will need to order Euros from your bank at least 2-3 weeks prior to your departure.

If you need cash while you’re traveling, we recommend drawing some from an ATM once you've arrived in the foreign country.
Keep in mind, unless you’re using a prepaid multi-currency card like Revolut or a credit card with no foreign transaction fees, you could incur currency exchange fees.

WHAT IS THE TIPPING ETIQUETTE IN Spain?

Tipping in Spain is generally more modest compared to countries like the United States, and it’s not always expected. However, it’s appreciated for good service. Here’s a quick guide to tipping etiquette in Spain:

Restaurants

• Casual Cafés or Bars: Tipping isn’t expected, but you can leave small change (coins) if you’re happy with the service—usually rounding up the bill.

• Sit-Down Restaurants: For good service, leaving 5-10% of the bill is customary, but not obligatory. In upscale restaurants, tipping closer to 10% is more common.

Hotels

• Porters: €1-2 per bag is a nice gesture.

• Housekeeping: €1-2 per day, left in the room, is appreciated but not expected.

• Concierge: If they go above and beyond (e.g., securing hard-to-get reservations), a tip of €5-10 is a kind gesture.

Taxis

• Tipping isn’t required, but rounding up to the nearest euro or leaving an extra €1-2 for good service is common.

Tour Guides

• For private or group tours, tipping €5-10 per person for a half-day tour or €10-20 per person for a full-day tour is a good rule of thumb.

Other Services

• Hairdressers/Spas: A small tip of €1-2 or rounding up the bill is appreciated.

• Delivery Drivers: Rounding up or giving €1-2 is a kind gesture.

General Tips

• Tipping in cash is preferred, as it ensures the person providing the service receives it directly.

• If service is included in the bill (look for “servicio incluido”), additional tipping is not necessary but still appreciated for exceptional service.

In Spain, tipping is seen as a token of appreciation rather than an obligation, so feel free to tip based on the quality of service and your own comfort level!

CAN I PAY BY ZELLE?

Yes!

We started taking Zelle payments last month and we found this to be a fast and FREE way to pay!
For those who don’t know what Zelle is… it is very much like a wire transfer (but it is not a wire transfer).

Everyone’s bank is different, though, so you may want to call/go in to your local bank and ask to have the maximum amount available to transfer every day.

Example: Some banks only allow $500/day transfer. Other banks will allow $1200/day.

Always be careful when making payments through Zelle to people that you do not know. There is no protection guarantee provided and you cannot reverse the fee.

The Pros for using Zelle:

• It is FREE (no processing fees)!

• It is instantaneous (funds will go directly to Zone Travel- so this is the absolute fastest way to make a payment)

The Cons for using Zelle:

• Every bank is different when it comes to maximum amount available to be transferred every day. So, this may mean that you need to make multiple payments to Zone Travel, multiple days in a row.

• It does require an app download onto your phone, and you need to set up your account with your bank information.

CAN I PAY BY CHECK?

Yes!

If you would like to avoid the 4% credit card processing fees, you may pay by check.
It is very important that you pay in advance of the deadlines and allow ample time for delivery.

Payments received after the deadline could result in cancelation of your reservation or increased fees.

There are two ways to pay by check:

• Mail the check

• Deposit directly at a local branch

Travel Insurance

TRAVEL INSURANCE - AVAILABLE FOR ALL USA CITIZENS - DUE WITH INITIAL PAYMENT

Zone Travel LLC strongly suggests purchasing Trip Cancellation insurance. Be sure to check with your healthcare provider as most U.S. medical coverage will not cover you outside of the country.

Insurance costs are based on the total package cost, including air taxes and charges listed under "Included."

Approximate amounts can be given at time of reservation in order to purchase the appropriate amount of insurance.

WORLDWIDE TRIP PROTECTOR ESSENTIAL PLAN:

• Pre-existing Medical Conditions coverage if purchased within 14 days of deposit (other eligibility conditions must also be met)

• Wide range of reasons for trip cancellation or interruption

• Trip Delay and Missed Connection coverage

• Baggage Protection and Travel Accident Protection

• Medical and Evacuation coverage

WORLDWIDE TRIP PROTECTOR DELUXE PLAN:

• Pre-existing Medical Conditions coverage if purchased within 14 days of deposit (other eligibility conditions must also be met)

• Wide range of reasons for trip cancellation or interruption

• Trip Delay and Missed Connection coverage

• Baggage Protection and Travel Accident Protection

• Medical and Evacuation coverage

WORLDWIDE TRIP PROTECTOR PLATINUM PLAN:

• Pre-existing Medical Conditions coverage if purchased within 21 days of deposit (other eligibility conditions must also be met)

• Wide range of reasons for trip cancellation or interruption

• Trip Delay and Missed Connection coverage

• Baggage Protection and Travel Accident Protection

• Medical and Evacuation coverage