The Rebel Experience HONG KONG & MACAU
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Table of Contents Welcome note from HFTP Handy guide: Currency exchange rates - HKD Visas Our Rebel Guide: Airline Information Transportation guide Hotel information Site Tours Timeline Budget Inclusive Excluded Personal Expenses Important Documents Student Checklist UNLV Indemnity Form Tour Agency Indemnity Form Pousada De Mong Ha Friends Club Form
Recruitment: HFTP Rebel Crew
Hello Rebels! It is great to see your interest in joining our HFTP’s very own Rebel Experience and ready to get out of classrooms to meet and greet some real adventure and fun while gaining insightful knowledge about the hospitality industry. We hope that you will take this wonderful opportunity to connect with the other rebels and make more international friends in Hong Kong and Macau. While we prepare your journey to the site tours do not forget that it is you who make the difference in the trip so do not leave your maps and guidebooks at home and start now in planning your own rebel experience!
Your Handy Guide VISA The vast majority of travellers, including citizens of Australia, Canada the EU, Israel, Japan New Zealand and the USA, are allowed to enter the Hong Kong SAR without a visa and stay for 90 days. Holders of British passports can stay up to 180 days without a visa, but British Dependent Territories and British Overseas citizens not holding a visa are only allowed to remain 90 days. Holders of many African (including South African), South American and Middle Eastern passports do not require visas for a visit of 30 days or less. If you do require a visa, let us know as soon as possible and we will apply for you at an extra cost*. *cost to be confirmed, depending on nationality of passport.
Currency Exchange Hong Kong: HKD 1 = SGD 0.1734, SGD 1 = HKD 5.766
Our Rebel Guide
Sneak-Peeks: Airline Accommodation Transportation Site Visits Timeline
Tiger Airways Flight Details TR 2962 0650hr-1035hr TR 2967 1810hr-2155hr Other Transportations
Inclusive Coach Transfers MTR (Hong Kong) Inclusive Ferry (Macau<—>Hong Kong)
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L'hotel Nina et Convention Centre is located in Tsuen Wan, one of the most sophisticated districts of Hong Kong, offering a perfect mixture of the hustle and bustle of city, and the tranquility and cultural richness of a developed district. Facing the serene waterfront of Tsuen Wan, it commands 360â&#x2C6;&#x2DC; fabulous panoramic views capturing the renowned Victoria Harbour, and as far as Lantau Island
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The Venetian Macao The Venetian Macao is a hotel and casino resort in Macau owned by the Las Vegas Sands corporation. The Venetian is a 40-story, $2.4 billion anchor for the 7 hotels on the Cotai Strip in Macau. The 10,500,000-square-foot (980,000 m2) Venetian Macao is modeled on its sister casino resort â&#x20AC;&#x201C;The Venetian in Las Vegasand is the largest single structure hotel building in Asia and the 5th largest building in the world by area. The main hotel tower was finished in July 2007 and the resort officially opened on August 28, 2007.The resort has 3000 suites, 1,200,000 sq ft (111,000 m2) of convention space, 1,600,000 sq ft (149,000 m2) of retail, 550,000 square feet (51,000 m2) of casino space â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with 3400 slot machines and 800 gambling tables and a 15,000 seat arena for entertainment/ sports events.
Hong Kong Polytechnic University PolyU's School of Hotel and Tourism Management was rated fourth best in the world, according to a study released in the international Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Research in August 2005, the only non-US based institution on the top-five list. Besides, the School was the recipient of 2003 Institutional Achievement Award from International Society of Travel and Tourism Educators for innovation and contribution to the field of tourism education. "
Yes! Finally it is our time to visit our dear friends from HK PolyU and create new memories!
Institute for Tourism Studies (IFT) Institute for Tourism Studies (IFT) is a public institution of higher education that falls under the governance of the Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture of the Macao Special Administrative Region Government, Peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Republic of China. It is the first tourism education institution certified by the United Nations World Tourism Organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Themis TedQual (Tourism Education Quality) system. IFT offers degree and professional programmes in a wide range of tourism-related disciplines such as hospitality, tourism business, heritage, events, retail and marketing, leisure and entertainment, sports and recreation, creative and cultural studies, and culinary arts. IFT also delivers various programmes at the executive and postgraduate levels in partnership with leading tourism schools in the world. The Institute is entrusted by the local authorities to conduct policy level research related to tourism planning and development.
Four Seasons Hong Kong On the waterfront overlooking Victoria Habour and the financial district, Four Seasons redefines luxury and excellence in a city renowned for exceptional accommodations. As part of the prestigious International Finance Centre, it offers unrivalled links to Hong Kong Station, with the famed Star Ferry steps away.
Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong The hotel has a superb location overlooking Victoria Harbour, an elegant ambience, and outstanding service have made Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong an internationally renowned hotel. This luxurious property is strategically located only 34 kilometers away from the Hong Kong International Airport. This hotel has magnificent views of both Victoria Harbour and the vibrant city Skyline. It is set in the heart of Central, the commercial and banking district, and is within a three minute walk of some of Hong Kong's finest shopping and entertainment opportunities.
City of Dreams City of Dreams, widely known as CoD or CoD Macau in the industry, is in the style of a podium, with four towers: namely the Hard Rock Hotel, Crown Towers Hotel, and the Grand Hyatt Macau (2 towers). A 47story luxury apartment block is planned for a later phase of development. Its three-floor podium includes a mega-casino, over 200 shopping facilities and hotel guest facilities. City of Dreams has 420 000 sq feet of gaming space with 550 gaming tables and 1500 machines, over 20 restaurants and bars, including one of the largest in the city. The property also includes 175 000 sq ft of high-end retail space (The Boulevard) spread across two levels. The first phase of City of Dreams opened on 1 June 2009, and the Grand Hyatt in November 2009. There are two theatres, the first, called "The Bubble", currently shows an immersive HD media projection presentation entitled "The Dragons Treasure". The second, the â&#x20AC;&#x2022;Dragone Theatre", will open in first half of 2010. It features an in-the-round water show, the largest of its kind in the world.
Date
Time
10th Oct 2010
0530hrs
Sunday
1035hrs
Detail
Venue
Assemble for Check in and Changi Airport Flight Budget Terminal Airport Bus Transfer to Hong Kong Airport Lunch
1130hrs
Lunch
1400hrs
Bus to hotel for check-in
L'Hotel Nina
1500hrs
Group Briefing
L'Hotel Nina Lobby
1530hrs
Free and Easy
11th Oct 2010
0730hrs
Rise and Shine
L'Hotel Nina
Monday
0800hrs
Buffet Breakfast
L'Hotel Nina Café
0900hrs
Depart for HK Poly U
Coach
0930hrs 1230hrs
Arrival at HK Poly U for Tour Hosted Lunch with HK Poly U
Remarks Fly Tiger Chartered Coach Paid Lunch
Details for Tomorrow Programme Personal Expense
Chartered Coach
HK Poly U HK Poly U
*Personal Expense
1330hrs
HK Poly U hosted tour
1815hrs
Group Briefing
Details for Tomorrow Programme
1830hrs
Dinner
Personal Expense
12th Oct 2010
0730hrs
Rise and Shine
L'Hotel Nina
Tuesday
0800hrs
Buffet Breakfast
L'Hotel Nina Café
0900hrs
Depart for Four Seasons
Coach
0930hrs
Four Seasons Tour
Four Seasons Hong Kong
1230hrs
Lunch
1330hrs
Mandarin Oriental Tour
1730hrs
Dinner
*Personal Expense
1830hrs
Group Briefing
Details for Tomorrow Programme
13th Oct 2010
0730hrs
Rise and Shine
L'Hotel Nina
Wednesday
0800hrs
Buffet Breakfast
L'Hotel Nina Café
0855hrs
Group Briefing
Details for Tomorrow Programme
0900hrs
Free and Easy
Own Lunch and Dinner
Chartered Coach
*Personal Expense Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong
14th Oct
0700hrs
Rise and Shine
L'Hotel Nina
Thursday
0730hrs
Buffet Breakfast
L'Hotel Nina CafĂŠ
0815hrs
Coach to Ferry Terminal
Ferry Terminal
Charterd Coach
0830hrs
Ferry to Macau
Ferry Terminal
Ferry paid for
1015hrs
Shuttle Bus to Hotel
Venetian Macau
FOC Shuttle Bus
1030hrs
Venetian Tour
Venetian
1300hrs
Lunch
Venetian
1400hrs
Check In
Venetian
1700hrs
Group Briefing
Venetian
1715hrs
Cotai Strip Walk Through
Cotai Strip
1900hrs
Dinner
Cotai Strip
15th Oct
0730hrs
Rise and Shine
Venetian
Friday
0800hrs
Buffet Breakfast
Venetian
0930hrs
Coach to IFT
IFT
1000hrs
IFT Tour
IFT
1005hrs
IFT Presentation
IFT
1020hrs
IFT: Q&A
IFT
1030hrs
Campus Tour
IFT
1230hrs
Lunch
IFT Education
1400hrs
City of Dreams Visit
City of Dreams
1800hrs
Dinner
City of Dreams
1930hrs
House of Dancing Water
City of Dreams
1330hrs
Free and Easy
16th Oct
0730hrs
Rise and Shine
Macau Hotel TBC
Saturday
0800hrs
Buffet Breakfast
Macau Hotel TBC
0930hrs
Transfer to Ferry Terminal
1030hrs
Ferry back to HK Airport
Ferry Tickets Paid
1230hrs
Lunch
Personal Expense
1400hrs
Free and Easy at Airport
1630hrs
Assemble at HK Airport
1810hrs
Depart for Singapore
2155hrs
Arrival at Singapore Changi
*in negotiations for sponsorship Itinerary subject to changes
*Personal Expense
Details for Tomorrow
Personal Expense
*Personal Expense
Personal Expense
Group Briefing closing
Budget Terminal
Dismissal
$988 Inclusive:
Round-trip air tickets (Tiger Airways) 4 nights accommodation: -Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hotel Nina or similar with daily buffet breakfast 2 nights accommodation at Venetian Macao - With daily buffet breakfast (TBC) 2 Full Days Chartered Coach - For HFTPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s private use within Hong Kong Return ferry tickets to Macau Airport and Ferry terminal Transfers
Exclusive:
Visa Fee for Foreign Passport holder Personal Meals
$120.00
12 meals at $10 each
Personal Transport
$30.00
Miscellaneous
$50.00
Subtotal
$200.00
N.B: Tour Fares are based on a minimum of 30 pax good to go. Airfares and tour fares are subjected to changes due to public holidays, school holidays and availability.
Important Documents 1. Copy of Passport 2.Full payment ($988- no full refunds) 3. Dietary requirements 4.Contact Details 5. Indemnity forms (2) 6. IFT Friends Club Form 7. Name of roomie (Twin Queen Beds)
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Singapore Campus I, , (Student’s name/NRIC) wish to join in the Field Trip on 10th to 16th Oct 2010, HFTP Hong Kong / Macau Rebel Experience and abide by the Rules and Regulations set by the instructor or committee responsible for the activity. I am fully aware of the possible risks involved and accept the same, notwithstanding the fact that this course/activity/trip is intended only for those without medical problems and who are fit enough to indulge in the required physical activities. I confirm that I am enrolling on my own volition and I shall not hold the UNLV Singapore Ltd., its servants and organizers responsible or in any way liable for my death, injury, disability or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from any cause in connection with the course/activity/trip or my participation therein.
PERSONAL PARTICULARS Name : Address: NRIC No:
Sex:
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Course:
Home Tel No:
H/P No:
/ Signature
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Date
PARENT’S/GUARDIAN’S CONSENT FOR PARTICIPANT BELOW 21 YEARS OF AGE ON DATE OF THE ENROLMENT I consent to the above applicant, who is my child/ward* participating in the above activity and accept all legal and other responsibilities connected with the course/activity/trip, as outlined above. I hereby indemnify and agree to keep the UNLV Singapore Ltd.,, its management, servants and organizers of the event fully indemnified against all claims, loss or damage whatsoever in respect of my child’s/ ward’s death, injury, disability or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from any cause in connection with the course/activity/trip or his/her participation therein.
Full Name of Parent/ Guardian *
Signature /
NRIC/ Passport * No
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MEDICAL INFORMATION SECTION Please fill in all items, stating your answers clearly and deleting where applicable*.
Blood Type:
A+ / A- / B+ / B- / AB / O- / O+ *
Do you have any 1.
Allergies (food, medicines, insects, plants etc)
Yes / No *
2.
Asthma
Yes / No *
3.
Diabetes
Yes / No *
4.
Heart trouble
Yes / No *
5.
High blood pressure
Yes / No *
6.
Kidney disease
Yes / No *
7.
Other health conditions:
Yes / No *
If your answer is YES to any of the above conditions, please explain clearly:
In case of emergency, please contact: Name:
Relationship:
Address: Contact No 1:
Contact No 2:
Name:
Relationship:
Address: Contact No 1:
Contact No 2:
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Top Vision Travel Pte Ltd
BLK 231 BAIN STREET # 02-19 (A) BRAS BASAH COMPLEX HP: 97773101 / 90223166 TEL: 63371315 FAX: 63380162 EMAIL: topvisiontrv@yahoo.com.sg Website: www.topvision.com.sg
SINGAPORE 180231
Terms and Conditions Passengers are deemed to have read, understood & accepted the following conditions. The Organizer shall be known as “The Company “in the conditions below. RESERVATIONS & DEPOSIT A non-refundable deposit of 30% of the tour fare is required for reservation. Full payment has to be paid minimum 15 days (Travel by Air). Failure to comply with result in an automatic cancellation of reservation and a forfeiture of deposit. CANCELLATION / ADMENDMENTS The following charges will apply accordingly: Cancellation Notice 15 – 30 days prior to departure 07 – 14 days prior to departure 03 – 06 days prior to departure 02 days or less prior to departure *Refund of airfare is subjected to airline policy.
Charges / Per Person (Not inclusive of Airfares) 30 % of tour fare 50% of tour fare 75% of tour fare 100% of tour fare
REFUNDS OF TOUR PACKAGES Tour members should be aware that The Company is acting as an agent for the suppliers. After a deposit or full payment is made, all arrangements are still subjected to confirmation. When the arrangement cannot be confirmed, The Company will Endeavour to notify passenger as soon as possible and a full refund will be made. The Company shall not be liable for any further responsibilities. TOUR FARE INCLUDES (GROUP TOURS ONLY) Travel by Air / Coach / Train Return economy class group tour air ticket or Air-con Coach transportation Return airport transfer ( airport / hotel / airport ) Hotel accommodation on twin-share basis *Please note that for triple-share room, the third bed will probably be a “roll-away” bed *For single occupancy in a room, there will be an additional cost All meals are as specified in the itinerary. If selected carrier’s flight time does not allow for certain meals to be taken, there shall not be any refunds for meals not consumed. Sightseeing tours with admission fees as per itinerary Comprehensive group travel insurance TOUR FARE EXCLUDES Visa Fees, Airport Taxes, Excess Baggage charges Meals, Beverages, room services, or any other not listed in the itinerary Gratuities to driver, tour guide or tour leader RESPONSIBILITY Top Vision Travel Pte Ltd, and its associates act only as agent for the transportation companies, hotels & other principals for the tour programmed. They accept no responsibilities for injuries, damage, accident, loss, delay, theft, quarantine, custom regulation, strike, changes in itinerary, deportation or refusal of entry by Immigration Authorities resulting from improper travel documents, possession of unlawful items or irregularities that may be caused to person or property. The Company reserves the right to alter itineraries, travel arrangements, hotel reservation, etc.
Acknowledged by (Name & Signature):
______________________________________________
Passport / NRIC No. : __________________ Name of School: _____________________________
The Rebel Experience 2010 Checklist for Students 6th September 2010:
Copy of Passport
Names of Room Mates
Deposit Paid
Dietary Requirements
Contact Details
Indemnity Form (2)
Friends of IFT Form
Contact Justin: 81231325
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