SIGNATURE EXPEDITION
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SIGNATURE EXPEDITION
2016 SIGNATURE EXPEDITION BY PRIVATE JET AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND March 22 –April 13, 2016 image here Front cover: Flinder’s Chase, Kangaroo Island // Australia This page: Geothermal Pool, Rotorua // New Zealand TCS World Travel SIGNATURE EXPEDITIONS These action-packed journeys are filled with legendary sights and immersive experiences. Our Signature Expeditions immerse you in the sights, sounds and culture of each destination, creating unforgettable moments. Enjoy action-packed days filled with iconic destinations, remote places and engaging activities that allow you to experience firsthand the people, customs and cuisine of each country. AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND BY PRIVATE JET March 22 –April 13, 2016 23 DAYS // 48 GUESTS $62,950 per person, double occupancy $6,000 single supplement Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island // Australia Our Expertise WELCOME TO TCS WORLD TRAVEL See the world’s most iconic sights by private jet. TCS World Travel has operated over 240 trips to more than 200 destinations, making us the world leader in private jet travel. We delight with insider access to world-class destinations and surprise with authentic cultural activities tailor-made just for you. We care about our guests and deliver a truly immersive, hassle-free experience. Explore Australia and New Zealand from the comfort and convenience of our Fokker 70, a more compact aircraft customized to complement our itinerary. This aircraft has been modified to carry 48 passengers in leather seats, versus 70 economy seats on a similar commercial airplane. • iPads® filled with trip info • Bose® noise-cancelling headsets • An experienced, dedicated flight crew and staff at your service throughout the trip • Expedited airport procedures, where available • VIP luggage service—our staff takes care of your bags throughout the entire journey CAIRNS: GREAT BARRIER REEF AND DAINTREE RAINFOREST AYERS ROCK BRISBANE SYDNEY // END ADELAIDE KANGAROO ISLAND CANBERRA MELBOURNE // BEGIN AUCKLAND TAUPO HAWKE’S BAY 23 DAYS // 12 DESTINATIONS HOBART $62,950 per person, double occupancy $6,000 single supplement Depart Arrive Hours/Minutes Melbourne, Australia Hobart, Australia 50m Hobart, Australia Adelaide, Australia† 1h 30m Adelaide, Australia Ayers Rock, Australia 1h 40m Ayers Rock, Australia Cairns, Australia 2h 20m Cairns, Australia Auckland, New Zealand† ** 4h 30m Auckland, New Zealand Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand 25m Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand Queenstown, New Zealand 1h 10m Queenstown, New Zealand Brisbane, Australia** 4h 10m Brisbane, Australia Canberra, Australia 1h 10m Canberra, Australia Sydney, Australia 20m † Flights to/from Kangaroo Island, Australia (35m) and to/from Taupo, New Zealand (45m) will be via approved local aircraft. **Includes a short technical stop. QUEENSTOWN SIGNATURE EXPEDITIONS AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND BY PRIVATE JET March 22 –April 13, 2016 An exploration of natural wonders and modern culture. Australia and New Zealand are among the most popular stops on our Around the World itineraries. Now, we’re offering a unique journey combining the continent of Australia and the islands of Tasmania and New Zealand into one rich travel experience. Designed to showcase the best of this part of the Southern Hemisphere, our itinerary pairs natural wonders such as Ayers Rock, Milford Sound and the Great Barrier Reef with cultural experiences such as Sydney Harbor, Hobart’s art scene, and New Zealand’s world-class wineries. Great Barrier Reef // Australia Webb Bridge, Melbourne // Australia AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND March 22 –23 MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA Discover the arts in Australia’s cultural capital. Once the seat of Australia’s government, Gaol, the iconic landmark that houses the Melbourne is now the nation’s cultural city’s oldest prison and where infamous capital. This garden city is home to a bushranger Ned Kelly met his demise. vibrant art scene and more than 460 Enjoy a trip to the Ian Potter Centre—the music venues. It was the second city in first major gallery devoted exclusively to the world to be named a UNESCO City of Australian art. In the evenings, take in the Literature. Melbourne is also the leading culture and flavors of the city. financial center in the Asia-Pacific region and is consistently ranked among the Accommodations world’s most livable cities. Overlooking St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Fitzroy Gardens, the Park Hyatt Arrive in Melbourne independently and Melbourne offers luxury accommodation meet fellow guests and expedition staff in the heart of the city. The hotel features for a welcome dinner. On your first full day the award-winning ‘radi’ restaurant and in Australia, embark on a guided morning bar, a relaxing day spa, an indoor pool and walking tour designed to encompass a private sun deck. the best of the city. Visit Old Melbourne To reserve your seat, please call 844.865.7571 or visit TCSjet.com/N4 AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND March 24 HOBART, AUSTRALIA Uncover the rich history of this southern seaport. Established as a penal colony for British Hobart with Louisa’s Walk, a live theater convicts, Hobart is now the capital event that provides a real-life account and largest city in Tasmania. The city’s of an Irish convict imprisoned in Tasmania deepwater port led to rapid growth during during the 1840s. Or opt for a tour of the 1800s, as Hobart became a center for Tasmania’s whisky distilleries. In the the Southern Ocean whaling and sealing evening, travel to the MONA gallery for trade. Today, the port continues to play a a private showing and a dinner held in the major role in Hobart’s economy, serving as Nolan gallery. a gateway for Antarctic exploration. From its history of imprisonment and industry, Accommodations Hobart developed a distinctive artistic A distinctive five-star hotel on Hobart’s community. waterfront, The Henry Jones Art Hotel is home to a continuously changing Hobart is home to remarkably well- collection of more than 500 pieces of preserved buildings including Salamanca artwork. Each room in the hotel is curated Place, rows of sandstone former to create an individual impression that warehouses that now house popular lives up to Henry Jones’ motto—IXL restaurants and shops. Choose to explore (I excel in everything I do). To reserve your seat, please call 844.865.7571 or visit TCSjet.com/N4 Nolan Gallery at MONA, Hobart // Australia A sea lion on Kangaroo Island // Australia AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND March 25 –28 KANGAROO ISLAND Explore the Galápagos of Australia. On March 25 we land at Adelaide and split into two groups. Half will depart for Kangaroo Island in a smaller chartered jet. The other half will continue to Ayers Rock. On the 27th our groups switch and those who visited Kangaroo Island will travel to Ayers Rock. Everyone will spend two nights at each location. Kangaroo Island at the Seal Bay Conservation Park Home to the richest and most diverse to watch pups nurse and play on the variety of plant life in Australia, Kangaroo sandy beaches. Island is a natural wonder. You’ll embark on a guided island excursion and discover Accommodations the teeming wildlife and dramatic The Southern Ocean Lodge is among the landscapes that give this island the world’s premier island destinations. This nickname “Australia’s Galápagos.” You’ll luxury lodge is stretched along the length meet many native inhabitants, including of a cliff above a rugged beach, affording Tammar wallabies—which are almost breathtaking views. The lodge offers extinct on the mainland, and the island’s attentive service and unmatched access endemic kangaroos. We top off our visit to the island’s wilderness and wildlife. To reserve your seat, please call 844.865.7571 or visit TCSjet.com/N4 AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND March 25 –28 continued AYERS ROCK Take in Ayers Rock, Australia’s surreal natural monument. Ayers Rock Accommodations One of the continent’s most impressive Located at the edge of the Uluru-Kata natural wonders, Ayers Rock is a UNESCO Tjuta National Park, Longitude 131˚ is a World Heritage site. Its natural springs luxury tented camp with a breathtaking and caves were used by generations view of Ayers Rock. A flowing fabric “tent” of Aboriginal people who painted the covers each of the sophisticated pavilions symbols of their culture on the rock. We’ll return to our accommodations at Longitude 131˚ just before the sun goes at Longitude 131˚, adding authentic flavor. A stay here is a truly luxurious experience, with unobstructed views of Ayers Rock. down for picturesque 360-degree views, On March 29, the last day of our visit to pre-dinner champagne and canapés. After the region, the Kangaroo Island party will the sun sets, enjoy a gourmet dinner of meet the jet in Adelaide. Once boarded, Australian barbecue complemented by the plane will continue to Ayers Rock to local wines and the expansive night sky. collect the remainder of the guests before continuing to our next stop in Cairns. To reserve your seat, please call 844.865.7571 or visit TCSjet.com/N4 Ayers Rock // Australia Great Barrier Reef // Australia AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND March 29 – 31 GREAT BARRIER REEF AND DAINTREE RAINFOREST Immerse yourself in two environments teeming with exotic life. Two of the world’s most incredible The following day, explore the serene ecosystems converge on the shores of beauty of the Daintree Rainforest’s the Cape York Peninsula. Here, the Copper Creek Wilderness, the tropical rainforests of Queensland meet centerpiece of which is the oldest the incredible sea life of the Great Barrier surviving rainforest in the world, more Reef. Both environments contain a than 135 million years old. The rainforests diversity of life rivaling any other on Earth. of Daintree National Park are home to hundreds of species of rare plants, birds Our exploration of these two natural and mammals. wonders begins with a private cruise of the Great Barrier Reef. This UNESCO Accommodations World Heritage site is a habitat for more Cradled in nature, Niramaya Villas and than 1,500 species of fish and 400 types Spa offers comfort, luxury and relaxation of coral. A guided snorkel tour of the reef in the heart of the popular beach resort allows you to explore the coral features town of Port Douglas. The intimate rooms and meet the colorful inhabitants face to balance modern design with traditional face. Turtle sightings are always likely—the tropical elements that afford a private reef is home to six species of sea turtles, natural experience. including the endangered Loggerhead sea turtle. To reserve your seat, please call 844.865.7571 or visit TCSjet.com/N4 AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND April 1 – 4 TAUPO, NEW ZEALAND Discover the natural beauty of New Zealand’s volcanic lake. Created over 26,000 years ago by a Take in this dramatic body of water by supervolcanic eruption, Lake Taupo is exploring the shore and paths on foot or a caldera filled with blue and turquoise by mountain bike. Aspiring fly fishers can waters. White clouds and snow-capped spend a half-day on the nearby Waikato mountains rise above its steaming craters River, which offers world-class brown and and geysers such as Pohutu, producing an rainbow trout. Enjoy a round of golf at otherworldly appearance. The lake’s shore Kinloch Golf Club, the only course in is lined with hot springs, a reminder that New Zealand designed by Jack Nicklaus. the volcano is dormant, not extinct. The shore town of Taupo is located on the Accommodations Host to world leaders and royalty, Huka banks of this expansive lake. Explore the Lodge is stunning in every respect. resort town or stroll along the Huka Falls Located on 17 acres of private grounds Spa Park Walk, a path that follows the along the Waikato River, this retreat Waikato River above the falls. Learn about –ori people, the culture of the native Ma features flawless accommodations and superb cuisine in a tranquil setting. who created elaborate rock carvings to prevent volcanic eruptions. To reserve your seat, please call 844.865.7571 or visit TCSjet.com/N4 Pohutu Geyser, Rotorua // New Zealand Cape Kidnappers // New Zealand AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND April 5 – 6 HAWKE’S BAY, NEW ZEALAND Absorb the dramatic landscape of this famous wine region. Named by Captain Cook, the Hawke’s Our base at Cape Kidnappers is ideal for Bay region is characterized by broad an exploration of Hawke’s Bay. Explore the agricultural plains and beautiful rugged town of Napier and nearby Elephant Hill beaches. Much of the landscape is estate, an innovative winery set on the devoted to orchards and vineyards, which stunning coastline. Golfers can play a do well in the dry, temperate climate. The round at the world-famous Cape region is a world-renowned wine producer Kidnappers, a scenic course designed by and is home to approximately 75 wineries. golf architect Tom Doak. The bay itself is punctuated by the Accommodations dramatic headland known as Cape Located on 6,000 acres of rolling pasture Kidnappers. Its steep white cliffs stretch land, The Farm at Cape Kidnappers is a into the bay, terminating in two large luxury lodge with panoramic views of sea stacks. The cape is named for an the Pacific Ocean, an indulgent spa, attempted kidnapping of a member of extraordinary gourmet cuisine and an Cook’s expedition that was carried out –ori warriors. by Ma award-winning golf course. To reserve your seat, please call 844.865.7571 or visit TCSjet.com/N4 AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND April 7 – 8 QUEENSTOWN, NEW ZEALAND Delve into the glacier-carved topography of the South Island. Queenstown is the adventure tourism restaurants. In the evenings take your capital of the world, and the home of choice of a private nature walk or an art modern bungee jumping. The city and the walk in Queenstown, whose art scene surrounding landscape offer something for draws its inspiration from the area’s everyone, from cosmopolitan cities and spectacular scenery. sleepy towns to remarkable landscapes and exquisite wines. Accommodations We’ll start our exploration with a valley bordered by two mountain Nestled in Wakatipu Basin, a glacial helicopter ride over world-famous ranges, Millbrook Resort offers world- Milford Sound and its surrounding fjords, class amenities among spectacular mountains and lakes. A brief stop on a surroundings. The privately owned resort glacier provides a close-up look at the includes three restaurants, an award- processes that carved this landscape. Afternoon activities include small-group vineyard tours and wine tasting with local vintners or a private cooking lesson at one of Millbrook’s award-winning winning day spa, and a 27-hole golf course. Millbrook’s beautifully appointed guest rooms are ideal for absorbing the peaceful resort atmosphere and taking in the stunning mountain views. To reserve your seat, please call 844.865.7571 or visit TCSjet.com/N4 Milford Sound // New Zealand Koala // Australia AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND April 9 BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA Experience Australia’s amazing animals at the world’s largest koala sanctuary. Set on the floodplain of a winding river, Founded in 1927, the Lone Pine Koala Brisbane is the third largest city in Sanctuary is Australia’s oldest and largest Australia. Miles of bicycle paths, lush koala sanctuary. Lone Pine offers the best green spaces and classic white sand opportunity to experience Australia’s beaches make Brisbane a worthwhile unique wildlife in person. Meet a koala, destination for any traveler on the feed the kangaroos and see wombats, Southern Continent. echidnas, emus and cassowaries. This city is best experienced from the Accommodations Brisbane River. The river’s meandering This tranquil luxury hotel affords course offers a Brisbanite’s perspective spectacular views of the Brisbane River of the towering city center and views and the Botanic Gardens. Located just of more than a dozen elegant bridges minutes from the center of this Global city, spanning the river. We’ll take in the sights Stamford Plaza offers superior access to on a private cruise, enjoying sunshine, shopping, entertainment and nightlife. cocktails and spectacular views. To reserve your seat, please call 844.865.7571 or visit TCSjet.com/N4 AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND April 10 – 13 CANBERRA AND SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA Tour Australia’s capital city and enjoy Sydney’s cultural diversity. On our way to Sydney, we stop to explore through the Rocks district, take a behind- Australia’s capital city, Canberra. This the-scenes tour of the iconic Sydney day trip provides an enlightening look at Opera House, visit the Taronga Zoo, or politics Down Under. Enjoy guided tours take in the view from the summit of the of Parliament and the National Museum of Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb. Our nearly Australia. Our visit to Canberra concludes three-week excursion comes to a close with a walking tour of nearby Mount with a farewell dinner and cruise of Ainslie, which is home to the Australian Sydney’s scenic harbor. You’ll depart War Memorial. on your independent flight for home the Spend the last days of the journey next day. exploring Australia’s cosmopolitan hub, Accommodations Sydney. Originally a penal colony, the Set overlooking Sydney Harbour, the city’s position on one of the world’s largest Shangri-La offers incredible views of the natural harbors guaranteed its future Opera House and the stunning Harbour success. Today, Sydney is the largest city Bridge. Its location is as much a cultural in Australia and one of the most diverse center as it is a viewpoint, and this elegant in the world. You’ll have a range of options to choose hotel offers direct access to the best urban culture Australia has to offer. from; explore the city on a private walk To reserve your seat, please call 844.865.7571 or visit TCSjet.com/N4 Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House, Sydney // Australia Australia and New Zealand by Private Jet // Terms and Conditions TCS & Starquest Expeditions, Inc. (“TCS”), 3131 Elliott Avenue, Suite 300, Seattle, WA 98121, a qualified tour operator will organize and administer the Australia and New Zealand by Private Jet expedition (the “Tour”). TCS, as the principal, is responsible to you for arranging and providing all of the services and accommodations offered in connection with the Tour. The acceptance of your Reservation Form and deposit by TCS creates a contractual relationship between TCS and you, the passenger/participant (“Participant”) in the expedition provided by TCS. Please read the following information carefully. After reading the terms and conditions herein (the “Agreement”), in order for your expedition reservation to be completed, you must indicate your acceptance of the terms and conditions found in this Agreement by signing and submitting the Reservation Form, along with the deposit to TCS. TERMS and CONDITIONS Expedition Price: The Tour price of $62,950 per person (double occupancy) with a $6,000 single supplement includes a privately chartered Fokker 70 that departs from Melbourne, Australia and returns to Sydney, Australia. Included in the price are deluxe or best available accommodations and all applicable taxes in the destinations, and options as indicated in the itinerary, from arrival at the first hotel through departure from the last hotel. All meals beginning with dinner on the first night of the Tour and ending with breakfast on the last day of the Tour, as indicated in the itinerary are included. All taxes; group transportation; airport transfers at the beginning and the end of the itinerary; excursions; complete program of special events and activities, including extensive options at most destinations; enrichment program; services of professional staff, including an expedition physician, to assist you throughout the trip; cost of philanthropic efforts; bottled water throughout the program (during sightseeing, at scheduled meals, and in your room); all beverages, including liquor, aboard the private jet; liquor during special events and cocktail parties on land; house wine and/or beer at lunch and dinner, and nonalcoholic beverages at all scheduled meals on land; baggage handling during the Tour; internet access in hotels, where available; tips or gratuities to local guides, drivers, porters, and wait staff; amenities package; $100,000 medical evacuation insurance (which includes minimal accident/sickness/baggage insurance) for covered reasons. The exact Tour itinerary, name and location of hotels, length of stay at each hotel, and other ground accommodations and services, are set forth in the itinerary, which is a part of this Agreement. Not included in the price is commercial airfare between your home city and Melbourne, Australia and from Sydney, Australia to your home city; optional and additional accident/ baggage/cancellation insurance; passport and visa fees; personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, and fax fees; all beverages not mentioned above as included; hotel minibar charges; meals not scheduled by TCS; and inoculation and medication costs of any kind. Any tips or gratuities not specifically mentioned as included in the total Tour price will be at your discretion. Except for “major changes” as described below, no refund will be made for any accommodations or services included in the expedition price that you voluntarily do not use. Reservations and Payments: To reserve your place on the Tour, complete and sign the Reservation Form and return it with your deposit of $10,000 per person. The deposit can be made by check; wire transfer; or by a major credit card such as Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover Card. Make checks payable to “AUSNZ-16 Escrow.” If you pay your initial deposit by credit card, it is fully refundable until you sign the Reservation Form. Please fax or mail the completed form to TCS World Travel, 3131 Elliott Avenue, Suite 300, Seattle, WA 98121; fax to 206-447-7717. Or call 800-454-4149 or 206-254-0228. The second payment of $15,000 per person is due July 22, 2015. Final payment is due Nov. 20, 2015. The second and final payments are payable by check or wire transfer only, made out to the secure escrow account as set forth below. If the Tour is fully booked when your Reservation Form is received, your payment will be returned within 7 days, or with your authorization, TCS may retain the deposit and place your name on a waiting list in the event other Participants cancel their reservations. Even if you authorize TCS to put your name on a waiting list and retain your deposit, TCS will notify you within 7 days that the Tour is fully booked. Cancellations and Refunds: If you cancel your reservation or change your plans, your right to receive a refund is limited, as set forth in the following schedule. All cancellations will become effective as of the date of the postmark or email receipt. All requests for refunds must be sent to TCS in writing via mail, fax or email. If your notice is received... On or before March 20, 2015 From March 21 to July 22, 2015 From July 23 to Sept. 21, 2015 From Sept. 22 to Nov. 23, 2015 After Nov. 24, 2015 You will receive a refund of all deposits less a... $5,000 per-person cancellation fee. $10,000 per-person cancellation fee. $15,000 per-person cancellation fee. $25,000 per-person cancellation fee. No refund. Refunds will be made within 14 days of receipt of your notice of cancellation. Leaving an expedition in progress, for any reason whatsoever, will not result in a refund, and no refunds will be made for any unused portions of an expedition. TCS reserves the right to cancel any expedition because of inadequate enrollment that makes the Tour economically infeasible to operate. If TCS cancels the Tour prior to departure, you will receive a full refund of monies paid. Please note that costs for visas, commercial air tickets, insurance, suite upgrades, and pre- or post-tour independent arrangements may not be refundable. Security Agreement: Your payments are held in an escrow account at The Commerce Bank of Washington (“TCBW”), 601 Union Street, Suite 3600, Seattle, WA 98101-1342. Participants are protected by a Letter of Credit #592 issued by TCBW (the “Security Agreement”). Any claims against this Security Agreement must be filed with TCS or TCBW within 60 days of the termination of the Tour. After that time, TCS and TCBW will be released from liability under the Security Agreement. Insurance: TCS strongly recommends this important protection, which can save you money if you are forced to cancel or alter your trip. Insurance premium payments are nonrefundable. Baggage: On the private jet, each Participant is limited to 70 pounds of checked baggage in 2 bags (one standard bag and one wheeled duffle bag) that TCS will provide for use on the Tour, plus a few smaller carry-on items such as a backpack, purse, camera, and/or laptop. In certain countries you will fly on private light aircraft. Due to weight restrictions on these flights you will only be allowed to use your TCS wheeled duffle bag. For these flights, your TCS wheeled duffle bag plus your hand-carry luggage (including camera equipment) may not exceed 28 pounds. For international flights, the air carrier’s liability is limited to the actual value of the baggage but not more than 1,000 Special Drawing Rights, approximately $1,250 per passenger, unless a higher value is declared at the time of check-in and an appropriate excess valuation charge is paid. Baggage, when not handled by TCS, and personal effects are at all times the sole responsibility of the Participant. Aircraft: The private jet flights will be performed using a Fokker 70 jet with 48 VIP-style seats. The air carrier for the Tour will be Alliance Airlines Pty Ltd, 81 Pandanus Avenue, PO Box 1126, Brisbane Airport QLD 4009, Australia. Operator and the air carrier reserve the right to substitute equivalent aircraft if necessary. Your itinerary may include flights on smaller aircraft operated by local approved airline carriers. Seating on these aircraft will be economy or economy with limited business seats, based upon the configuration of the aircraft. International Flights: The operation of these flights is subject to the foreign governments involved granting landing rights for the flight. If the air carrier cannot obtain these rights for any particular flight leg of the Tour, that flight leg will be canceled and alternative arrangements may be made, at the discretion of TCS. Itinerary Changes: The itinerary and staff are subject to modification and change by TCS. Every reasonable effort will be made to operate the Tour as planned; however, should unforeseen world events and conditions require our itinerary to be altered, TCS reserves the right to do so for the safety and best interest of the group. Single/Shared Accommodations and Suite Upgrades: A limited number of single rooms are available at extra cost on a first-come, first-served basis. TCS will make reasonable efforts to assist persons requesting a roommate. If a roommate is not confirmed, the single rate will be charged. Suite rooms are available in some destinations; more information about them, including their additional costs, will be sent to you in the months before departure. Airfare: We are happy to assist you in reserving commercial flights between your home city and Melbourne, Australia and Sydney, Australia to your home city, in the class of service that you prefer. Please ask for details. Visa Documents/Entry Permits: To participate in the Tour, visas and/or entry permits may be required for some countries. Acquiring visas and/or entry permits is the responsibility of the Participant. Failure to obtain visas and/or entry permits does not negate the terms and conditions. Any extra costs for rerouting Participants without visas and/or entry permits will be the responsibility of the Participant. We will provide information on the necessary visas and/or entry permits in the Tour documents. Health Requirements: This is an active program, which requires you to make a realistic assessment of your health. All Participants are expected to be in active good health, to enjoy traveling as part of a group, and to be ready to experience cultural differences with grace. Walking and climbing stairs are required in many hotels and airports, to board the aircraft, and as part of many excursions. Prior to traveling, we highly recommend visiting your personal physician for a check-up, so that you may discuss your ability to participate in this type of journey. Any physical condition requiring special attention, diet, or treatment should be reported in writing when the reservation is made. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate Participants with special needs; however, we cannot accommodate wheelchairs. If you require a slower pace, extra assistance, or the use of a cane or walking stick, arrangements will be made for private touring at each destination, if necessary, at the discretion of our Tour staff. Any extra cost for such arrangements will be the responsibility of the Participant. If you would like to forego some of the scheduled sightseeing to rejuvenate and relax, please feel free to do so at any time. Photography and Video: We reserve the right to take photographs or videos (the “Photography”) during the Tour and to use the Photography for promotional purposes. Participants who prefer their images not be used must notify us in writing before the commencement of the Tour. Release of Liability: The passenger tickets in use by the carriers shall constitute the sole contract between the carriers and the passenger; the carriers are not responsible for any act, omission, or event during the time expedition Participants are not aboard their conveyance. Neither TCS, nor any of its respective owners, directors, employees, contractors, officers or agents (collectively, the “Released Parties”) shall be held liable for (A) any damage to, or loss of, property or injury to, or death of, persons occasioned directly or indirectly by an act or omission of any other provider, including but not limited to any defect in any aircraft, watercraft, or vehicle operated or provided by such other provider, (B) any loss or damage due to delay, cancellation, or disruption in any manner caused by the laws, regulations, acts or failures to act, demands, orders, or interpositions of any government or any subdivision or agent thereof, or by acts of God, strikes, fire, flood, war, rebellion, terrorism, insurrection, sickness, quarantine, epidemics, theft, or any other cause(s) beyond their control, and (C) any and all claims, actions, or losses for bodily injury, property damage, wrongful death, loss of services, lost profits, consequential, exemplary, indirect or punitive damages or otherwise that may arise out of or occur during your travel in connection with the Tour. The Participant waives any claim against any of the Released Parties for any such loss, damage, injury, or death, including any right to seek consequential, punitive or exemplary damages against any of the Released Parties for any reason whatsoever. None of the Released Parties shall be liable for any air carrier’s cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable ticket. Acknowledgment of Risk: You understand and acknowledge that your travel in connection with and participation in the Tour or any activities which may take place during the Tour, may involve risk and potential exposure to injury or fatal injury and that risk and dangers may arise or be caused by the negligence or participation of other Participants, contractors, and/ or subcontractors for the Tour or from other foreseeable and unforeseeable causes including weather and other acts of nature. Express Assumption of Risk and Responsibility: In recognition of the inherent risk of the travels and related activities in which you are intending to engage, you confirm that you are physically and mentally capable of participating in the Tour and that you willingly and voluntarily assume full responsibility for any injury, loss or damage suffered by you or caused by you. By registering for the Tour, you certify that you do not have any mental, physical or other condition or disability that would create a hazard for yourself or other Participants. TCS reserves the right in its sole discretion to accept, decline to accept or remove any Participant on the Tour and reserves the right, subject to the terms and conditions contained herein, to withdraw any part or all of the Tour and to make such changes as may be necessary. Arbitration: Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this Agreement or the performance there under, including without limitation any claim related to bodily injury, property damage or death, shall be settled by binding arbitration in Seattle, Washington, U.S.A., in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association then existing, and judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction over the subject matter of the controversy. Such proceedings will be governed by substantive Washington law. This agreement to arbitrate does not waive or modify the liability release contained in this document. Exclusive Governing Law and Jurisdiction: This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to conflicts of laws principles. If the right to seek arbitration is for any reason waived by both parties, or if judicial review of any arbitration is sought, any action or legal proceeding arising out of this Agreement shall be brought exclusively in the courts of the State of Washington, or, if it has or can acquire jurisdiction, in the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington or the appropriate appellate courts, and the parties hereby waive any objection to venue or jurisdiction in connection therewith. In connection with any action or legal proceeding arising out of this Agreement, the parties hereby specifically and knowingly waive any rights that either party might have to demand a jury trial. By registering for the Tour, the Participant agrees to Terms and Conditions set forth in this Agreement. TCS & Starquest Expeditions, Inc., is a Registered Seller of Travel in Washington (#602-320-265), a California Seller of Travel (#2071584-30), an accredited member of the Better Business Bureau, and is endorsed by IATAN, the International Airlines Travel Agent Network (#50-755585). TCS & Starquest Expeditions’ Dunn & Bradstreet D-U-N-S number is 17-084-7961. © TCS & Starquest Expeditions ✂ SIGNATURE EXPEDITIONS // RESERVATION FORM AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND BY PRIVATE JET // MARCH 22–APRIL 13, 2016 GUEST INFORMATION PLEASE RESERVE PLACE(S) ON AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND BY PRIVATE JET PRICED AT $62,950 PER PERSON, DOUBLE OCCUPANCY. Guest 1 Name: Date of Birth: Email: Guest 2 Name: Date of Birth: Email: Street Address: City: Phone Number: State/Province: Zip/Postal Code: Alternate Phone Number: FF I plan to share accommodations with Guest 2 (above). FF I prefer single accommodations where available for an additional $6,000. FF I plan to share accommodations with someone other than Guest 2: TERMS AND CONDITIONS I/We have read the itinerary and accept the Operator-Participant Contract and Terms & Conditions for the trip (each guest must sign). Guest 1 Signature: Date: Guest 2 Signature: Date: Information about all suite upgrades and optional programs will be sent to you in the months before departure. PAYMENT FF Enclosed is my deposit check for $ FF Please charge my deposit of $ ($10,000 per guest). Please make checks payable to AUSNZ-16 ESCROW. ($10,000 per guest) to my credit card number: (Charges can be made to most major credit cards, including Visa, MasterCard and American Express.) My credit card billing address (if different from above): CODE: N13 Please fax or mail the completed Reservation Form to: TCS WORLD TRAVEL 3131 ELLIOTT AVENUE, SUITE 300, SEATTLE, WA 98121 800.454. 4149 TOLL FREE // 206.254.0228 USA // 206.447.7717 FAX INFO@TCSWORLDTRAVEL.COM // TCSWORLDTRAVEL.COM Expiration Date: 2015–2016 PRIVATE JET JOURNEYS SELECT ESCAPES These exclusive private journeys feature a custom jet with leather flatbed seating for 52 guests. The itineraries include more downtime, your choice of activities and five-star retreats at each destination. Select Escapes offer attentive service and the ultimate in leisure and luxury—they are AROUND THE WORLD TIMELESS TREASURES JAN. 2–24, 2016 23 DAYS // 52 GUESTS MAR. 19–APR. 11, 2016 24 DAYS // 52 GUESTS Orlando | Machu Picchu and Cusco, Peru Easter Island, Chile | Bora Bora, French Polynesia | Great Barrier Reef or Daintree Rainforest, Australia | Angkor Wat, Cambodia Taj Mahal and Jaipur, India | Lost City of Petra and the Dead Sea, Jordan | London Los Angeles | Bora Bora, French Polynesia Sydney, Australia | Luang Prabang, Laos | Udaipur, India | Serengeti Plain or Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania | Cape Town, South Africa | Sossusvlei, Namibia | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | Orlando $117,000 per person, double occupancy $11,000 single supplement $122,000 per person, double occupancy $11,000 single supplement truly global travel made easy. SIGNATURE EXPEDITIONS Immerse yourself in sights, sounds and culture. Signature Expeditions combine iconic travel destinations with remote places far off the beaten path. You’ll enjoy adventurous activities that allow you to experience each location firsthand. Between destinations, you’ll travel in a custom jet with business-class seating for 78 guests. EASTERN EUROPE AND BEYOND HISTORY’S LOST CITIES SEPT. 17–OCT. 6, 2015 20 DAYS // 78 GUESTS NOV. 1–23, 2015 23 DAYS // 78 GUESTS London | Berlin | Ljubljana, Slovenia | Kraków, Poland | Moscow | Baku, Azerbaijan | Riga, Latvia | Kotor, Montenegro | Prague | London Madrid | Baku, Azerbaijan | Samarkand, Uzbekistan Kathmandu, Nepal | Lhasa, Tibet | Luang Prabang, Laos Bagan, Inle Lake and Yangon, Myanmar | Taj Mahal and Udaipur, India | Petra or Dead Sea, Jordan | Madrid $59,950 per person, double occupancy $6,950 single supplement GOLF AROUND THE WORLD OCT. 8–31, 2015 24 DAYS // 78 GUESTS Kona, Hawaii | Fiji | Sydney | Bali | Chiang Mai, Thailand | Dubai | Mauritius | George, South Africa | Málaga, Spain LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR PRIVATE JET JOURNEYS AT TCSJET.COM/N5 OR BY CALLING 844.865.7571 $68,950 per person, double occupancy $7,950 single supplement $78,450 full golf (per person, double occupancy) $76,200 light golf (per person, double occupancy) $73,950 touring only (per person, double occupancy) $8,950 single supplement WONDERS OF THE EARTH APR. 17–MAY 11, 2016 25 DAYS // 78 GUESTS Orlando | Galápagos Cruise, Ecuador | Easter Island, Chile | Apia, Samoa | Queenstown, New Zealand Papua New Guinea | Luang Prabang, Laos | Maldives Serengeti Plain or Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania | Zurich $82,950 per person, double occupancy $8,950 single supplement 2015–2016 SMALL GROUP JOURNEYS FOUNDER’S SERIES SECRETS OF JAPAN BY PRIVATE AIR SEPT. 26–OCT. 7, 2015 12 DAYS // 12 GUESTS SECRETS OF NEW ZEALAND BY PRIVATE AIR WITH WORLD-CLASS GOLF T.C. Swartz, the Founder’s Series are single- Tokyo | Kyushu Island | Kyoto | Hakone OCT. 31–NOV. 10, 2015 11 DAYS // 24 GUESTS country programs to remote and legendary $31,500 per person, double occupancy $4,375 single supplement Queenstown | Marlborough Sounds Cape Kidnappers | Lake Taupo | Auckland Designed by TCS World Travel founder destinations around the world. With over four $25,950 per person, double occupancy $3,550 single supplement decades of travel experience, T.C. brings his own unique perspective to every itinerary he develops and leads. UNCHARTED SERIES The Uncharted Series was created as a direct response to guests who requested small group journeys that delve deeper into less trodden destinations. Thoughtfully designed by Stevie Wooten, vice president of Private UNCHARTED SRI LANKA BY PRIVATE AIR UNCHARTED CHINA BY PRIVATE JET AUG. 18–SEPT. 2, 2015 16 DAYS // 15 GUESTS APRIL 13–27, 2016 15 DAYS // 12–18 GUESTS Colombo | Anuradhapura | Sigiriya Dambulla | Polonnaruwa | Kandy | Hatton Weligama | Galle Shanghai | Longsheng | Dali | Xizhou Chengdu (Leshan Mountain, Qingcheng Mountain) Dunhuang | Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $48,250 per person, double occupancy $4,760 single supplement For pricing information, please contact Stevie Wooten at Stevie.Wooten@TCSWorldTravel.com. Travel for TCS, these trips are via small, private modes of travel, and are traditionally limited to approximately 14 guests. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR SMALL GROUP JOURNEYS AT TCSJET.COM/N6 OR BY CALLING 844.865.7571 St. Regis Bora Bora Resort // French Polynesia TCS World Travel PRIVATE TRAVEL Let the journey continue. Sometimes the best journeys are the ones you create. Our Private Travel department builds all-inclusive, custom itineraries to anywhere in the world. Depart whenever your schedule allows. Go where you want with whomever you want. Travel by any means of transportation. Anything is truly possible when you work with our Private Travel consultants. We created an entire trip based around a gallery show of contemporary Southeast Asian artwork. The guest mailed our consultants the exhibit catalog and asked us to build a 26-day guided gallery and museum tour. The trip spanned Korea, China, Singapore, Vietnam and Thailand, and included personal meetings with the artists. On the journey, he met many artists and explored more than 31 private galleries, contemporary art museums and home studios. Most importantly, his travel dream was completely fulfilled. Fulfill your travel dreams. Call us today or email PrivateTravel@TCSWorldTravel.com to see what we can do for you. To speak with a Private Travel consultant, please call 844.865.7571 or visit TCSjet.com/N6 ArtScience Museum // Singapore For more information, please visit tcsworldtravel.com or call 844.865.7571 Code: N13