2012 Hamden Rotary Club Tours "Convention Only Package"
Friday MAY 04 DEPART THE US
Depart the US for Bangkok, Thailand,
site of the 103rd annual Rotary International
Convention.
Saturday MAY 05 ARRIVE BANGKOK
On arrival at the ‘City of Angels’, please
clear government formalities before being met and transferred to your hotel, where your registration
materials await you. The remainder of the day is at
leisure for you to explore this exciting city.
Sunday MAY 06 BANGKOK
This and every morning, breakfast
is served at your hotel. Depart on a morning
sightseeing tour. Begin at the 1780’s Grand Palace,
visit the Chapel of the Emerald Buddha - the
city’s most important and sacred wat (religious
complex). Also, visit the Tower of the Nine Planets
and the Great Throne Hall of the Chakri Kings.
Note: Foreign visitors must be properly
dressed when entering any sacred temple.
Shorts, T-shirts and halter-tops are not
acceptable and admittance will be denied
Our motorcoach will drop you off at the
convention center in plenty of time to get to your
seats for the opening Plenary Session. Following
the opening ceremonies, the now famous
Hamden Rotary Welcome Cocktail Reception will
take place. You won’t need dinner! (B, CKTL)
Monday MAY 07 PLENARY SESSIONS
Breakfast will be available in your hotel
this morning, prior to a day filled with several
Plenary Sessions during the convention hours.
(B)
Tuesday MAY 08 PLENARY SESSIONS
Breakfast will be available in your hotel
this morning. Plenary Sessions and events
of the Rotary International Convention
continue. Tonight you may wish to choose
one of the optional tours that are available
through Rotary International. See Host Events for availablity. (B)
Wednesday MAY 09 CLOSING CEREMONIES
Again, breakfast will be served in
your hotel. The Plenary Sessions continue today
and the unforgettable Closing Ceremonies are
this evening. (B)
Thursday MAY 10 BANGKOK/HOME CITY
After breakfast this morning, you will
be transferred to the Bangkok Airport for your
flight home with fond memories of your Rotary
Convention experience. (B)
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Tuesday APR 24 DEPART THE US
Depart the US for Tokyo, Japan.
(The cruise line reserves the right to change the itinerary
subject to conditions at each port)
Wednesday APR 25 ARRIVE TOKYO
Upon arrival at Tokyo International
Airport, you will be met and transferred to the
Silver Shadow, your luxurious floating hotel. The
Silver Shadow cruise ship introduces guests to
the next generation of Silversea cruising while
maintaining Silversea’s award winning, all-suite
luxury and trademark intimate ambience.
Thursday APR 26 DAY AT SEA
Enjoy a day at sea as you explore the
magnificent Silver Shadow. Decide to join the
daily happenings or decide to do nothing at all.
Friday APR 27 HIROSHIMA, JAPAN
After the devastating effects of the atom
bomb in 1945, a new Hiroshima emerged from
the ashes, spreading a message of peace and
warning future generations of the horrors of
nuclear warfare.
Saturday APR 28 BUSAN, SOUTH KOREA
Busan is South Korea’s second largest
city, and its principal port. Lovely beaches, scenic
cliffs, mountain panoramas, and hot springs are
all found within the city.
Sunday APR 29 JEJU, SOUTH KOREA
Jeju (formerly referred to as Cheju) is
the capital city of the island of Jejudo, off the
southern coast of South Korea. A volcanic island
with a large crater at the top of Halla mountain
in its centre, Jejudo is a popular vacation spot,
known for its majestic waterfalls, welcoming,
sandy beaches and is also known as ‘the island
of the gods’. Jejudo is home to the Natural World
Heritage site entitled Jejudo Volcanic Island
and Lava Tubes. Look for the dol hareubang,‘stone grandfathers’ carved from blocks of lava.
Scenic beaches, waterfalls, cliffs and caves lie in
harmony, complemented by the mild weather.
Monday APR 30 DAY AT SEA
Ahh … those heavenly days at sea, when
time, at last, is finally on your side. However,
there are many other stimulating activities to
discover on board. The choices are many and
they’re all yours.
Tuesday MAY 01 DALIAN
Dalian boasts a unique geographical
location at the southern tip of the Liaodong
peninsular. Locals call the city the ‘Tiger’,
referring to the fact that a bird’s eye view of the
city gives the impression that the area resembles
a tiger’s head.
Wed-Thu MAY 02-03 TIANJIN (BEIJING) CHINA
Beijing’s 13 million official residents
are a fascinating mix of old and new. Early
morning taiqi (tai chi) enthusiasts, bearded old
men with caged songbirds, and amateur Peking
opera crooners still frequent the city’s many
charming parks. With two days to visit this
fascinating city, sign up for one of Silverseas
tours. You can visit the extraordinary 2000-year old
Great Wall of China. Enter the Forbidden
City, an architectural masterpiece that has been
off limits to the public for 500 years, and visit
Tiananmen Square.
Friday MAY 04 DAY AT SEA
After an exhilarating visit in Bejiing, take
the time to recharge and relax on your luxurious
floating hotel.
Saturday MAY 05 SHANGHAI/BANGKOK
After we dock in Shanghai, you will
be transferred to the airport for your flight to
Bangkok. On arrival in Bangkok, please clear
government formalities before being met
and transferred to your Rotary International
Convention hotel. The remainder of the day is at
leisure.
MAY 06-09
ROTARY CONVENTION
Welcome to the 103rd Rotary International
Convention. Please see Page 1 for details on
what is included.
Thursday MAY 10 BANGKOK/HOME CITY
After breakfast this morning, you will
be transferred to the Bangkok Airport for your
flight home with fond memories of your Rotary
Convention experience.
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Thursday APR 26 DEPART THE US
Depart the US for Saigon, Vietnam.
Friday APR 27 ARRIVE SAIGON
Upon arrival at Ho Chi Minh City’s Tan
Son Nhut International Airport, please clear
government formalities before being met and
transferred to your hotel. Later you will be taken
on an exhilarating cyclo (Vietnamese rickshaw)
ride through the alleys and side streets in
“Cholon”. Visit Chinese temples, Cha Tam
Church and Binh Tay Market before returning to
your hotel. (Meals)
Saturday APR 28 SAIGON
Depart this morning on to the
infamous Cu Chi Tunnels, an important Vietcong
base during the war. After lunch at a local
restaurant, return to Saigon to see the city’s
highlights, beginning with the Reunification
Palace. Afterwards drive to the historic center
visiting Emperor of Jade Pagoda, one of Saigon’s
most interesting pagodas. Finally, end up at the
central Ben Thanh Market, where vendors display
a vast array of goods and handicrafts, appealing
to every taste. Return back to your hotel in late
afternoon. (B.L)
Sunday APR 29 SAIGON – DANANG - HOI AN
Transfer to the airport for your flight
to Danang. On arrival, you will be met and start
touring in Danang. Visit the Cham Museum,
housing probably the best collection of Cham
art to be found anywhere in the world. Continue
on to China Beach, made famous in the American
TV series of the same name. Visit the Marble
Mountains, consisting of five stone hillocks, once
islands, made of marble. Each is said to represent
one of the five elements of the universe. Last
stop is at the Tam Than, located in Marble
Mountain near Thuy Son. Late afternoon arrive
to Hoi An and enjoy a walking tour of the old
quarter. Return to your hotel after tour. (B.L)
Monday APR 30 HOI AN – HUE
From Hoi An journey north past
Danang, passing Lang Co, a lovely stretch of
beach curving outwards between a clear blue
lagoon and the South China Sea. Continue along
steep mountainous roads with spectacular views
of the coastline before arriving in Hue, one of
the most beautiful cities in Vietnam. It houses
ancient temples, imperial buildings and Frenchstyle
edifices. Start your discovery with a visit to
the Old Imperial City. It is a vast complex built
in the early 19th century and modeled after the
Forbidden City of Peking. Enter into an area of
spacious courtyards and serene lotus ponds, and
visit Thai Hoa Palace, the magnificently decorated
reception hall, the Halls of the Mandarins, and
the original Nine Dynastic Urns, among other
sites. You will also visit the Dong Ba Market, a
local market near the Imperial City. (B, D)
Tuesday MAY 01 HUE
This morning enjoy a leisurely boat
ride down the Perfume River, stopping first at
the iconic Thien Mu Pagoda, an elegant seventiered
octagonal tower which has become Hue’s
most widely recognizable monument. Venture
into the countryside around Hue to the Imperial
Tomb of Tu Duc, the longest reigning Vietnamese
emperor. Afterwards visit the Imperial Tomb of
Khai Dinh, dramatically located on a hillside.
(B.D)
Wednesday MAY 02 HUE - HANOI
Transfer to the airport for your
flight to Hanoi. On arrival you will be met and
transferred to your hotel. The balance of the day
is at leisure to settle into your hotel and start
exploring this charming city independently.
This evening, after dinner at a local restaurant,
enjoy the unique Water Puppets Show, an art
performance originated in Northern Vietnam.
(D)
Thursday MAY 03 HANOI
Depart this morning on a full day
sightseeing tour of Hanoi. Although it is the
modern-day capital of Vietnam, Hanoi still
retains the mystery and charm of past centuries.
Begin your day visiting the Temple of Literature,
founded in 1070 and dedicated to Confucius.
Continue to the miniature One Pillar Pagoda built
by Emperor Ly Thai Tong on a single stone pillar
to resemble a lotus blossom. Visit Ho Chi Minh
Mausoleum, where visitors can pay respects to
the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh. Continue
through the park to Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House.
Also enjoy a ride on a cyclo exploring the Old
Quarter with a network of narrow alleys and
shop houses. After lunch, visit the Museum of
Ethnology which brings to life the astonishing
ethnic diversity in Vietnam. Late afternoon return
to hotel for time at leisure. (B.L)
Friday MAY 04 HANOI
Day at leisure. (B)
Optional full day excursion to Halong Bay will
be available
Saturday MAY 05 HANOI – BANGKOK
Transfer to the airport for your flight to
Bangkok, Thailand - ‘the City of Angels’!. On arrival,
please clear government formalities before being
met and transferred to your Rotary International
Convention hotel. The remainder of the day is at
leisure. (B)
MAY 06-09 ROTARY CONVENTION
Each tour includes the Rotary International
ConventionWelcome to the 103rd Rotary
International Convention. Please see Page 1 for
details on what is included. (B)
Thursday MAY 10 BANGKOK/HOME CITY
After breakfast this morning, you will
be transferred to the Bangkok Airport for your
flight home with fond memories of your Rotary
Convention experience. (B)
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Monday APR 30 DEPART THE US
Depart the US on your flight to Bangkok,
Thailand.
Tuesday MAY 01 ARRIVE BANGKOK
Welcome to Bangkok. On arrival, please
clear government formalities before being met
and transferred to your hotel. Day at leisure.
Wednesday MAY 02 CHIANG MAI
Transfer to the airport for your
flight to lovely Chiang Mai, the “Rose of the North”, home to friendly people, unique art and
architecture and superb shopping. Upon arrival
you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
The remainder of the day and evening are free to
enjoy at your leisure. (B)
Thursday MAY 03 CHIANG MAI
Today you will visit the Mae Tamarn
elephant Camp, which will provide you with
an idea of how these huge animals are trained
in the jungles. Your soft adventure begins with
riding these elephants through the jungle for
an hour. Continue your journey on the bamboo
rafts down the Mae Tang River. Lunch will be
provided at the Orchid Farm, where you can see
and purchase beautiful plants. (B,L)
Friday MAY 04 CHIANG MAI
Depart for your morning tour to the
beautiful hill temple of Doi Suthep, one of the
country’s most revered destinations. Continue
with a visit to a traditional Meo (Hmong) Hill
Tribe village formed by clusters of houses built
on stilts. Each local village shelters a distinct
tribe, each preserving unique culture. Afternoon
at leisure. This evening enjoy the traditional
Khantoke dinner and show. (B,D)
Saturday MAY 05 CHIANG MAI – BANGKOK
Transfer to the airport for your flight
to Bangkok, Thailand - ‘the City of Angels’!. On
arrival, please clear government formalities
before being met and transferred to your Rotary
International Convention hotel. The remainder of
the day is at leisure. (B)
MAY 06-09 ROTARY CONVENTION
Welcome to the 103rd Rotary International
Convention. Please see Page 1 for details on what
is included. (B)
Thursday MAY 10 BANGKOK/HOME CITY
After breakfast this morning, you will
be transferred to the Bangkok Airport for your
flight home with fond memories of your Rotary
Convention experience. (B)
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MAY 04-09 ROTARY CONVENTION
Depart the US for Bangkok, Thailand, site of the 103rd annual Rotary
International Convention. See Page 1 for details on what is included.
Note: With immediate effect, the Apsara authority now requires
all visitors to have their photos taken right at the checkpoint to
Angkor temple complex. Photos prepared in advance by visitors
are no longer accepted.
Thursday MAY 10 BANGKOK – SIEM REAP
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Siem Reap. Upon
arrival in Siem Reap you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Later
you will depart on a sightseeing tour of Angkor Wat, one of the wonders
of the ancient world. Built in 802 a.d. at the height of Khmer Empire, it
was once home to over a million people. Your tour includes visits to the
stunning Angkor Wat and to shrines and buildings such as Preah Khan and
the temple of Banteay Srei. Conclude your tour at Phnom Bakheng for an
unforgettable sunset over Angkor. (B.L)
Friday MAY 11 SIEM REAP
Continue with your guided tour of the Angkor Wat conservation
area. Its most important monuments include the Bayon, Baphuon, the
Terrace of Elephants and the one of the Leper King and Phimeanakas with
its Royal Enclosure. Also, visit several other unforgettable sites such as
Prasat Kravan, the Banteay Kdei Temple, Sras Srang, Ta Prohm, Ta Keo and
Thommanon. Return to your hotel this afternoon with the balance of the
day at your leisure. (B.L)
MAY 12 SIEM REAP – BANGKOK
Saturday - Transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok, transfer to your
hotel for overnight. (B)
2012 Hamden Rotary Club Tours "Post Convention Tour"
MAY 04-09 ROTARY CONVENTION
Depart the US for Bangkok, Thailand, site of the
103rd annual Rotary International Convention.
See Page 1 for details on what is included.
Thursday MAY 10 BANGKOK - BEJIING
Transfer to the airport for your flight
to Bejiing- China’s political and cultural heart.
After clearing government formalities at Beijing’s
Capital International Airport, you will be met and
transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the
day is at leisure to explore your surroundings.
(B)
Friday MAY 11 BEIJING
Depart on a full day sightseeing tour
of Beijing’s highlights. Begin at the sprawling
Tiananmen Square. From the “Gate of Heavenly
Peace”; once reserved almost exclusively to
the emperors, enter the Forbidden City with
its immense complex of red-walled buildings
and elaborate pavilions. After lunch at a local
restaurant, rive outside the city to the shores
of the Kunming Lake for a visit to the fabled
Summer Palace, built by the eccentric Empress
Dowager Chi Xi. This evening enjoy a Peking
Duck dinner at the Qianmen Quanjude Roast
Duck Restaurant followed by a Kung Fu Show.
(B.L.SD)
Saturday MAY 12 BEIJING
Drive outside of the city limits for a
full day of sightseeing; tour the Great Wall – one
of China’s most magnificent sights. Spend time
walking the ramparts of this ancient wonder
and enjoy memorable views of the surrounding
landscape. Next, continue along the Sacred Path
to the elaborate Changling Tombs - the largest
and best preserved of the 13 Ming Tombs. In
addition to the palace, there is an underground
burial chamber. (B.L)
Sunday MAY 13 BEIJING – XIAN
Morning visit to the fascinating Temple
of Heaven, an enormous complex where each
winter solstice, emperors lead processions
for rich harvests. Later you will be transferred
to the airport for your flight to Xian - “City of
Everlasting Peace” and China’s ancient capital
for eleven dynasties. On arrival you will be met
and transferred to your hotel. The remainder
of the day is at leisure to begin exploring the
city – site of some of China’s most significant
archaeological discoveries. (B)
Monday MAY 14 XIAN
Drive through the countryside to
see Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s tomb and his
magnificent Terra Cotta Army. This vast collection
of entombed life size soldiers, horses and chariots
is actually just a part of the emperor’s project to
rebuild a huge empire in the afterlife. Admire
the over 6,000 hand-molded infantry in battle
formation. Continue to the Provincial Museum,
possibly China’s finest. Items of its unrivalled
collections are displayed chronologically from
Shang to Tang dynasty. You will also visit the
Great Mosque; the oldest, largest and bestpreserved
Islamic mosque in China. Tonight,
enjoy a special Tang Dynasty Dinner & Theater
performance. (B.L.SD)
Tuesday MAY 15 XIAN – CHONGQING
Transfer to the airport for your flight to
Chongqing. Upon arrival at Chongqing Airport
you will be taken on an introductory city tour
of Chongqing, gateway to the Yangtze River set
against steep mountains. You will visit the Zoo
to see the giant Pandas. After dinner at a local
restaurant, you will be transported to the pier
and embark on your Victoria Cruise ship for a
three-night cruise on the mighty Yangtze, cradle
of the ancient Chinese civilization. The cruise
departs later in the evening. (D)
MAY 16 YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE:
FENGDU
Wednesday - As your ship sails downstream,
begin your fascinating discovery of the Yangtze
River, with its mystical beauty and awe-inspiring
scenery. Enjoy the excursion today to Shibaozhai
– representing one of the gems of China
architecture along the banks of the Yangtze
River. (B.L.D)
Thursday MAY 17 YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE
Wondrous views await you today as
the ship passes through the celebrated Qutang
Gorge and Wu Gorge. Enjoy an excursion to the
Daning River (or Shennong Stream) and later,
board a sampan for a ride up to the Ma Du River
to visit the picturesque “Mini Gorges”. Return
aboard your vessel after your tour for time at
your leisure. (B.L.D)
Friday MAY 18 YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE -
SHANGHAI
Upon arrival in Yang Jia Wang, board
a bus and drive to the Three Gorges Dam, the
world’s largest and most ambitious hydroelectric
and construction project before returning
aboard and heading to Yichang. Upon docking
and disembarkation you will be met and assisted
by our associate and transported to the airport
for your flight to Shanghai. On arrival you will be
met and transferred to your hotel. The remainder
of the day is at leisure to explore this vibrant city.
(B)
Saturday MAY 19 SHANGHAI
Depart on a full day tour of Shanghai,
an exciting metropolis offering fascinating
blends of traditional Chinese and contemporary
architecture. Your sightseeing includes a visit
to the ancient Yu Yuan (Garden of Peace and
Comfort). Visit the Jade Buddha Temple - an
active monastery housing two wonderful white
jade Buddhas, each carved from an individual
slab of stone. This evening enjoy a Shanghai
cuisine dinner followed by an acrobatic show at
the ERA theatre. (B.L.D)
Sunday MAY 20 SHANGHAI – HOME CITY
After breakfast this morning, you will
be transferred to the Shanghai Airport for your
flight home with fond memories of your Rotary
Convention experience. (B)
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Bhutan is one of the world’s most extraordinary
and unique tourist destinations. The distinctive
culture and life-style has been meticulously
preserved - its ancient ways are completely
untouched by outside influences. This is
a destination for flexible, inquisitive and
adventurous travelers who are not adversely
affected by high altitudes.
Thursday MAY 10
BANGKOK – PARO - THIMPU
Transfer to the airport for your flight
to Paro. The views will be a befitting introduction
to the spectacular beauty of Bhutan. On arrival
you will be met and assisted then drive to
Thimphu, the capital city (2500 meter / 8200 ft).
If time permits, you will have sightseeing around
the capital valley or stroll through the market on
your own. (D)
Friday MAY 11 THIMPHU
Today you will visit the Memorial
Chorten; drive to Motithang for a bird’s eye view
of the capital city. Continue to the zoo to see the
strange looking animal known as Takin. Drive to
Drubthop Lhakhang, the nunnery temple. Return
to town for lunch at a local restaurant before
visiting the other highlights of Bhutan. You will continue your drive south to Lungtenzampa to
visit the Royal silversmith and the Bhutanese
Paper factory. (B.L.D)
Saturday MAY 12 THIMPHU - PARO
Morning drive to Paro. Stop at
Drukgyal Dzong for a breathtaking view of
Mount Chomolhari. During the drive you will
visit Satsam Chorten and Kyichu Lhakhang.
After lunch at a local restaurant in Paro, tour the
National Museum of Bhutan, (Ta Dzong) with its
wealth of ancient relics. (B.L.D)
Sunday MAY 13 PARO
Today, your trekking tour begins with a
gentle ascent through undisturbed pine forests.
The trail continues through an enchanting valley
where you can view the Taktsang Monastery
(Tiger’s Lair). Built in 1600s, this incredible
monastery clings to the edge of a sheer rock
cliff. The history states the Tantric mystic who
brought Buddhism to Bhutan, landed here on the
back of a flying tiger. Looking at the monastery,
flying tigers doesn’t seem so impossible after all.
Lunch will be served at the cafeteria. (B.L.D)
Monday MAY 14 DEPART PARO
Morning drive to Paro International
Airport for your flight home with fond memories
of your Rotary Convention experience. (B)
A deposit of $1000 per person should be made
immediately to secure your space. Please make checks payable to “Hamden,
CT Rotary Club Tours”. All prices in our brochure reflect a 3% discount for
check payments only. If paying by Visa, MasterCard or American Express the
discounted price will not apply.
The Price & What It Includes:
When traveling on one of our entire tour itineraries,
including our air, we provide free transfers of persons and baggage
between the airport and our hotels. Taxes and service charges are included as
they relate to baggage at airports and hotels. Tipping is also included for meals
and parties included in the itinerary except cruises and cruise tours. All prices
in our brochure reflect a 3% discount for check payments only. If paying by
Visa, MasterCard or American Express the discounted price will not apply.
Please note that tour prices change in accordance with Rotary Registration
increases. All rates are based on currency exchange rates in effect at this time (July 20, 2011). Should the value of the US dollar decline by more than 5% from its current value, TLG reserves the right to adjust the rates upward.
R.I. Convention Registration:
is included in your tour cost based on a Rotarian
couple as defined by Rotary International. Non-Rotarian couples will be charged
accordingly. Badges and documents will be delivered to your Bangkok Hotels.
Costs for Host Committee special events are not included. TLG Travel Services and Rotary Club of
Hamden Foundation, Inc. cannot accept responsibility for special event tickets
or accuracy of spelling on Convention Badges.
Travel Insurance:
Tour Cancellation/Interruption Insurance is
highly recommended. Ask your tour planner for an
application.
Minimum Group Size:
All tour prices are based on a minimum
of 20 passengers.
Changes to Tour Itineraries:
Hamden, CT Rotary Club Tour is entitled to
make any changes, modifications or deletions with respect to the Tour
Program described in the itinerary, if said alterations are considered necessary
for the group’s comfort and welfare. If any hotels listed in this brochure
become unavailable, comparable substitutions will be made.
Single Reservations require an additional
charge. Please check with your tour planner for details.
Final Payment:
Payment of final balance in US Funds is due
by January 31, 2012.
Not Included:
Airline taxes, passport fees, fees or surcharges.
Any items of a personal nature, meals not specifically listed,
telephone calls or incidental hotel charges.
Air Transportation:
Airfare will be booked at lowest available rates. In most cases, you will accrue frequent flier
mileage. Should you not be able to accrue mileage we will
notify you at time of booking. Air transportation quotes are based on economy class transportation. Should you
desire First or Business Class transportation we will be happy
to arrange it for you at a supplemental cost.
Land Only:
Should you choose a land-only option, you may forgeit any meet and greet assistance and roundtrip transfers from the airport to the hotel.
Baggage:
Most flights allow two checked bags per person not
to exceed 50 pounds each. Neither bag may exceed 62 inches.
Total dimensions of both bags are not to exceed 106 inches,
plus one carry on bag that must fit in the overhead or beneath
the seat. As these allowances may fluctuate between carriers we
recommend that each person limit himself to one suitcase and
one carry-on bag. Any excess baggage charges are at the passenger's
own expense. Supplemental baggage insurance is highly
recommended if you do not already have this coverage in a
homeowner's policy. Please inquire for more details, as we cannot
be held responsible for lost or damaged luggage or personal
items.
Airport Taxes:
Some foreign airports impose an embarkation or
departure tax, which cannot be prepaid, so therefore is not
included in our rates. This tax, where applicable may be
required to be paid in local currency upon applicable airport
departure. Your Tour Escort will inform you when this applies.
Travel Documents:
A signed, valid through January 2013
passport is required for all itineraries. Any required visas will
be included in your tour price. Application forms will be forwarded
to you as appropriate. Please send a photocopy of picture
page of passport with your deposit.
Cancellations:
must be made in writing to Hamden, CT Rotary Club Tours
111 Township Line Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046. From time of deposit until
January 31, 2012 a $750 per person penalty will apply. From February 1-
March 11, 2012 a 25% penalty will apply. From March 12-April 1, 2012 a
50% penalty will apply. From April 1 on a 100% penalty will apply.
Refunds:
Once your trip has commenced, no refund can be given for any
missed transfers, sightseeing, accommodations, services, meals or voluntary
absence from a tour.
Responsibility:
Each passenger making reservations for or participating in any
of the Hamden, CT Rotary Club Convention tours understands and agrees to
all terms, conditions, and limitations set forth in this brochure. In endeavoring
to make arrangements with various persons, firms and corporations for the
services and accommodations described in this brochure, the Rotary Club of
Hamden Foundation. Inc. and/or TLG Travel Services act
strictly as agents for the air carriers. In the case of air transportation, and
agents for the tour operators in the case of all other services, TLG Travel Services and The Rotary Club of Hamden Foundation, Inc., as
agents, shall not be responsible or liable for, and expressly disclaims any
responsibility for, any costs, injury, expenses or damage to person or property
which results, directly or indirectly from any act, whether negligent or otherwise,
of commission or omission, including but not limited to delays of any
person, firm or corporation, which is to, or does provide products or services
in connection with these trips, including but not limited to transportation,
(whether by land, sea or air) lodging, food and beverage, entertainment, sightseeing,
luggage handling, tour guiding or escorting. TLG Travel Services or the Rotary Club of Hamden Foundation Inc. reserves the
right to decline, accept, or retain, at any time or for any reason, any person as
a participant on these tours. Not responsible for typographical errors.
Hamden Rotary Club Tours are not sponsored by or affiliated with Rotary
International. All travel arrangements have been planned and organized by TLG
Travel Services, acting as agents for the airline carriers, tour operators
and other vendors supplying services for these tours. Neither Rotary
International or the Rotary Club of Hamden Foundation, Inc. assumes any liability
or is providing any services with respect to these tours.
