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In This Issue: MOTOR RACING
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T E N N I S 12 GOLF 14 NRL 18 BASEBALL 20 HORSE RACING
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SPORT FISHING
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AMERICA’S CUP
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MOTOR RACING UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX Austin, Texas 4 Nights - from $2,459* per person The Circuit of The Americas (COTA) is the first purpose-built F1 facility in the US designed for any and all classes of racing. It was officially opened on 21 October 2012 by COTA Ambassador and 1978 F1 world champion, Mario Andretti. Its signature element is a 5.5-kilometre (3.4-mile) Grand Prix circuit, located southeast of the Texan capital, designed by Hermann Tilke in collaboration with American architectural firm HKS. “Silver Package” Includes: 4 Nights accommodation (19-23 October 2017) Hyatt Place Austin Arboretum or The Lone Star Court @ The Domain Full Weekend ‘General Admission’ tickets - Upgrades available Weekend Circuit Parking A rental car for the duration of your trip CLICK TO ENQUIRE
19 - 23 October 2017 from: $2,459
MOTO GP BRNO, CZECH REPUBLIC 4 Nights - from $2,125* per person Brno has been a fixture on Europe’s motorbike racing calendar since the 1930s, but as a road race in the towns and villages surrounding the Czech Republic’s second city. In the early 1980s, a purpose-built racing circuit was created in the forests outside the city with a view to bringing Formula One to the region, but instead it’s MotoGP that has made Brno home. The Brno circuit stands in a natural bowl edged by forest, which affords excellent views of the action for spectators. The undualting, technically demanding track is a favourite among riders and fans alike, often delivering incredible racing. “Silver Package” Includes: 4 Nights accommodation (3-7 August 2017) Avanti Hotel Brno Full Weekend ‘Gold General Admission’ tickets Rental car with weekend circuit parking
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3 - 7 August 2017 from: $2,125
NASCAR DAYTONA 500, USA 2 Nights - from $2,295* per person The “Superbowl of Motorsports”. The 2018 DAYTONA 500, which will be the historic 60th running of NASCAR’s biggest and most prestigious event, will return to its traditional date on Presidents Day weekend – Sunday, Feb. 18. Includes: 2 Nights accommodation (17 February - 19 February 2018) Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs Turn 1/Turn 4 Lower Category of tickets; Section 118-133 or 160-174; Row 11-24 Admission to VIP Midway Suite on Sunday Motorcoach transportation from hotel to the track on Sunday Souvenir Gift bag
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17 - 19 February 2018 from: $2,295
BATHURST 1000 SUPERCHEAP AUTO TOUR Every year the Bathurst 1000 produces incredible showdowns as drivers try to conquer ‘The Mountain’. The 4-day 1,000km touring car race is a round of the V8 Supercar Championship Series and is considered the pinnacle of Australian motorsport. Experience the exhilarating atmosphere on and off the track with fantastic entertainment, a full schedule of V8 Supercars and excellent facilities. We’re delighted to have motor racing expert Willie Kay hosting our group again. Willie is an exceptional tour escort with immense knowledge and industry contacts, which helps gives this trip its legendary reputation. Past tours have had the chance to get up close to the drivers, go behind the scenes and really be part of the Bathurst experience. Let us know when you want to fly and we’ll provide the best airfare options and prices. Consider extending your stay to explore more of Australia - we’ve got some great ideas to get the most out of your trip! Includes: 1 night at Novotel Darling Harbour 3 nights at Templers Mill Orange Daily cooked breakfast Welcome get together in Sydney Bathurst get together function 4-day general admission ticket + Paddock Pass (grandstand upgrade available for $145 additional) Return airport transfers (with flight add-on) Transfers from Sydney to Bathurst Daily return race day transfers (Fri/Sat/Sun) Sporting Tours supporters pack including backpack, hat and t-shirt Services of your tour host Willie Kay (minimum 10 persons travelling) CLICK TO ENQUIRE
5 - 9 October 2017 from: $2,375
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2017 SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX TOUR 5 Days / 4 Nights - from $4,149* per person ESCORTED BY WILLIE KAY Tour Inclusions: • Return economy class airfare from Auckland to Singapore flying Singapore Airlines • 4 nights accommodation at the Peninsula Hotel with breakfast daily • Return airport-hotel transfers • Half-day Singapore city tour • Bay Grandstand 3-day ticket • Welcome function • Sporting Tours merchandise Land Package Only : from $2,199* per person.
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14 - 18 September 2017 from: $4,149
TENNIS : US OPEN FLUSHING MEADOWS 4 Nights - from $2,680* per person The US Open is one of four “Grand Slam” tournaments, along with the Australian Open, Wimbledon, and the French Open. “First Week Package” Includes: 4 Nights accommodation (27-31 August 2017) InterContinental New York Barclay 5 Sessions of Tennis in Promenade section: 28 August - Day Session (Arthur Ashe Stadium) 29 August - Day Session (Louis Armstrong Stadium) 29 August - Evening Session (Arthur Ashe Stadium) 30 August - Day Session (Arthur Ashe Stadium) 30 August - Evening Session (Arthur Ashe Stadium) Transfers to and from Tournament Special US Open gift pack
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27 - 31 August 2017 from: $2,680
GOLF: PRO-AM DENARAU, FIJI Air New Zealand Airpoints Pro-Am, Denarau Golf & Racquet Club, Fiji 4 Nights from $1,690 per person (flights not included) The Air New Zealand Airpoints Pro-Am golf tournament has been running for 20 years with sixteen of these tournaments taking place in Fiji. After the resounding success of the previous events, we look forward to celebrating the 21st anniversary of the pro-am event in 2017. This year ‘s host hotel is the 5-star Sheraton Fiji Resort. The Denarau golf course is only 200 metres away. The resort offers excellent rooms, fantastic restaurants and bars, nightly live music, tennis courts, swimming pools, all imaginable water sports, Spa and resort shops. Port Denarau with numerous restaurants, bars and shops is only 5 minutes’ ride from the hotel. Tournament Package Includes: Four nights deluxe twin share accommodation at the 5 star Sheraton Fiji Resort. Daily full buffet breakfast. Return transfers from Nadi Airport to the Sheraton Fiji Resort. 3 Rounds of golf including cart Pro-Am tournament entry package, including two rounds with a professional. On course food and beverage and post round drinks for 3 rounds . Player’s gift pack, including tournament logo shirt, cap and Sulu Shoot Out golf wear. Fantastic prizes. 2 Cocktail parties and Sweepstakes evening. Invitation to the Grand Finale tournament theme banquet dinner & live entertainment. Theme costumes for the final night dinner. Free round of golf at Denarau Golf Course for every extra night’s accommodation booked Player - $NZ1,690* per person share twin Non-Player - $NZ1,143* per person share twin Extra Nights : $NZ175* per person share twin including full breakfast.
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31 May to 4 June 2017 from: $1,690
HAWAII INTERNATIONAL GOLF WEEK THE BIG ISLAND, HAWAII MAUNA KEA - HAPUNA BEACH MAUNA LANI SOUTH – MAUNA LANI NORTH Join golfers from many countries, on the Big Island of Hawaii for the International Golf Week. Men’s & Women’s competition. The big Island of Hawaii is a 30-minute flight from Honolulu, on arrival at Kona airport you take a short drive down the Kohala Coast where you will find some of the finest resort golf course and beach front accommodation anywhere in the world and the temperature is perfect all year round. Accommodation for the seven nights of this event is at the fabulous Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel at Mauna Kea Resort. Situated on 32 oceanfront acres, the hotel is nestled in natural bluffs overlooking the silky white sands of Hapuna Beach. In ancient times on the resort site, freshwater springs bubbled to the surface during heavy rainfall. These artesian fountains provided respite and renewal for travellers along the Kohala Coast, hence, the area is named Hāpuna or “spring” (“Spring of life”) in the Hawaiian language. Your accommodation has been reserved in ocean view rooms and daily breakfast is included. The 4th annual International Golf week is a tournament that everyone can enjoy regardless of their golf ability. For the majority of players everyone has the opportunity to win a prize with different handicap divisions and for the low handicap players there will also be a true scratch competition. If you take up the challenge and join us for this event, you will play a different course each day of the tournament, enjoy great company and compete with people from many different countries and have the opportunity to win excellent prizes. Most of all, you will enjoy a great golfing experience, lots of fun and a few cocktails at one of the best locations in the world. The day before the tournament starts is practice day, with a round of golf at the Hapuna beach course, the driving range and practice area will be open all day and free golf clinics and individual coaching will be available by PGA golf professionals. Golfer – NZ$3,769 Non-golfer – NZ$2,509 Flights excluded - please enquire. CLICK TO ENQUIRE
19 - 26 August 2017 from: $2,509
NRL GRAND FINAL SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
It doesn’t matter who’s in the Grand Final, this is an experience not to be missed if you’re a Rugby League fan. The atmosphere is amazing! 2 Night Package Check-in: 30 September Check-out: 02 October Breakfast Daily Platinum Official NRL Grand Final match ticket (option to upgrade) Free public transport to ANZ Stadium and return Sydney Boulevard Hotel - From: NZ$1,089 per person* Travelodge Sydney - From: NZ$1,145 per person* Sydney Rydges Central - From: NZ$1,175 per person* Amora Jamison Hotel Sydney - From: NZ$1,215 per person* Sydney Harbour Marriott - From: NZ$1,350 per person* 3 Night Package Check-in: 29 September Check-out: 02 October Breakfast Daily Platinum Official NRL Grand Final match ticket (option to upgrade) Super Saturday Race Ticket Free public transport to ANZ Stadium and return Sydney Boulevard Hotel - From: NZ$1,350 per person* Travelodge Sydney - From: NZ$1,405 per person* Rydges Sydney Central - From: NZ$1,435 per person* 4 Night Package Check-in: 28 September Check-out: 02 October Breakfast Daily Platinum Official NRL Grand Final match ticket (option to upgrade) Super Saturday Race Ticket & Footy Show Live Screening Free public transport to ANZ Stadium and return Sydney Boulevard Hotel - From: NZ$1,629 per person* Travelodge Sydney - From: NZ$1,669 per person* Rydges Sydney Central - From: NZ$1,765 per person*
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30 September to 2 October 2017 from: $1,089
BASEBALL YANKEES vs MARINERS
YANKEE STADIUM, NEW YORK Baseball fans - this is one you don’t want to miss! Catch the New York Yankees play the Seattle Mariners - at the famous Yankee Stadium - on 25 August 2017. Includes : 3 Nights accommodation (25-29 August 2017) Tickets in Section 215 W New York Downtown - From: NZ$810 per person Holiday Inn Manhattan Financial District - From: NZ$825 per person Marriott Downtown - From: NZ$855 per person Ask us about flights and extended stay options!
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25 August 2017 from: $810
HORSE RACING HONG KONG JOCKEY CLUB Sha Tin Racecourse
4 night package including flights Travel: 27 April to 16 July 2017 4 NIGHT PACKAGE • Four nights accommodation twin share including breakfast at Courtyard Marriott Sha Tin • Shared visitor’s box at Happy Valley Racecourse and Sha Tin Racecourse • Return economy airfares ex Auckland / Christchurch (Business class options available) • Return airport transfers • Location: F633-F634, 6/F Grandstand II, Sha Tin Racecourse • Includes a shared international buffet with unlimited wines, beers and soft drinks • Includes an admission badge to the members’ enclosure • Race broadcast commentary is in English Major Race Days in 2017 • 30 April - Audemars Piguet QEII Cup • 07 May - Champions Mile • 16 July - Season Ending All guests must be over 18 years of age
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15 - 27 June 2017 from: $5,385
HORSE RACING MELBOURNE CUP 5 Day “Kiwi Tour”
ESCORTED 5-DAY KIWI TOUR : 06 November to 10 November 2017 PACKAGE INCLUSIONS: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Return economy class airfare from New Zealand to Melbourne All airline levies and fuel surcharges All Australian and New Zealand departure taxes Airport transfers in Melbourne (applies to group flights only) 4 nights accommodation at your selected property Cup Eve Gala Dinner including beverages with racing personalities Return coach transfers to Flemington Racecourse as per itinerary Reserved Hill Stand* seats on Emirates Melbourne Cup Day & Crown Oaks Day Post-cup celebration Full Day Tours - A choice of a trip to a country race meeting at Kyneton for the running of the Kyneton Cup (race course admission at own cost) OR trip to a Yarra Valley Winery (lunch at own cost) Farewell gathering $10 Emirates Melbourne Cup Sweepstake ticket Des’s 26 yrs. celebration bet - $1000 bet for 1 lucky person on their pick in the Cup Sporting Tours travel pack Tour hosts Des Coppins and Kel Munro (subject to minimum numbers)
*The Hill Stand is covered, however the front and sides of the stand are subject to weather conditions Package extensions available, contact us today with your requirements
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6 - 10 November 2017 from: $3,095
HORSE RACING MELBOURNE CUP 8 Day “Phar Lap Tour”
ESCORTED 8-DAY PHAR LAP TOUR : 03 November to 10 November 2017. PACKAGE INCLUSIONS: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Return economy class airfare from New Zealand to Melbourne All airline levies and fuel surcharges Australian and New Zealand departure taxes Airport transfers in Melbourne (applies to group flights only) 7 nights accommodation at your selected property Welcome drinks & nibbles Cup Eve Gala Dinner including beverages, with Racing Personalities Return coach transfers to Flemington Racecourse as per itinerary Reserved Hill Stand* seats on AAMI Victoria Derby Day, Emirates Melbourne Cup Day & Crown Oaks Day $10 Emirates Melbourne Cup Sweepstake ticket Post-cup celebration Tour of well-known racing stable and visit to Gary Willets Dingley Hotel Full Day Tours - A choice of a trip to a country race meeting at Kyneton for the running of the Kyneton Cup (race course admission at own cost) OR trip to a Yarra Valley Winery (lunch at own cost) Des’s 26 yrs. celebration bet - $1000 bet for 1 lucky person on their pick in the Cup Farewell gathering Sporting Tours travel pack Escorted by tour hosts Des Coppins and Kel Munro (subject to minimum numbers)
*The Hill Stand is covered, however the front and sides of the stand are subject to weather conditions Package extensions available, contact us today with your requirements. CLICK TO ENQUIRE
15 - 27 June 2017 from: $5,385
HORSE RACING DERBY DUO
Singapore Turf Club Experience a night of thrill and excitement of horse racing while savouring a delightful set dinner at the picturesque Singapore Racecourse. THE DERBY DUO PACKAGE 4 nights twin share accommodation including breakfast daily Hospitality and admission to the racecourse THE DERBY DUO PACKAGE INCLUSIONS • Admission Tickets to the Derby Room • 4-course Western/Asian set meal with coffee/tea • A glass of beverage per person (wine/beer/juice/soft drink); • Meet and Greet Service upon arrival to the racecourse; and • Tour of the Parade Ring (optional) Cost per person from $1,199.00 pp twin share Jen @ Tanglin Hotel or similar. Upgrade to Marina Mandarin or similar $130.00 Extra nights available Upgraded ticket corporate boxes and hospitality options available Subject to availability at time of reservation. Final racing packages and pricing is confirmed 60 days in advance indicative pricing included. Four night package based on Friday to Mondayand on minimum 4 passengers
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Available: 31 May - 30 November 2017 from: $1,199
HORSE RACING Singapore Turf Club Derby Packages Being there, it’s everything - Singapore Turf Club Derby Duo Experience a night of thrill and excitement of horse racing while savouring a delightful set dinner at the picturesque Singapore Racecourse. THE DERBY DUO PACKAGE Includes: • Return airfares from Christchurch or Auckland on Singapore Airlines • Arrival/departure transfers • 2 way transfers to Mandai Race Course • 4 nights twin share accommodation including breakfast daily • -Hospitality and admission to the racecourse THE DERBY DUO PACKAGE INCLUSIONS • Admission Tickets to the Derby Room • 4-course Western/Asian set meal with coffee/tea • A glass of beverage per person (wine/beer/juice/soft drink); • Meet and Greet Service upon arrival to the racecourse; and • Tour of the Parade Ring (optional). • Cost per person from $2,599.00 twin share Jen @ Tanglin Hotel or similar Upgrade to Marina Mandarin or similar $130.00 Extra nights available Upgraded ticket corporate boxes and hospitality options available Subject to availability at time of reservation. Final racing packages and pricing is confirmed 60 days in advance indicative pricing included. Four night package based on Friday to Monday and on minimum 4 passengers Major race meetings for 2017 include: Sun, 4 Jun 2017 – Queen Elizabeth II Cup Sun, 9 Jul 2017 – Emirates Singapore Derby Sun, 1 Oct 2017 – Panasonic Kranji Mile Sun, 12 Nov 2017 – Dester Singapore Gold Cup CLICK TO ENQUIRE
Available: 1 June - 15 November 2017 from: $2,599
SPORT FISHING HEROWORX TOUR
BUSTED & BRUISED - RAROTONGA 9 Nights - from $2,695* per person Join us in November this year for the inaugural Sportfishescapes & Heroworx fundraising sportfishing challenge. This year it’s ‘Raro Busted & Bruised 2017’ - a week of great fishing in the fabulous Cook Islands ,and all for a worthy cause. The local Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade is currently looking to erect a new ‘Covered Parking Bay’ for its fire appliance, so join us in November and let’s help raise some funds for this worthy volunteer organisation. COST INCLUDES: • Air travel Auckland/Rarotonga/Auckland flying Air New Zealand • Meet and Greet at Rarotonga International Airport plus return transfers to your resort • 9 nights’ accommodation on a share twin basis in a Garden Room at Club Raro Resort • Opening night BBQ Dinner & Drinks – Cook Islands Game Fishing Club • Four half day sport fishing trips. (approx. five hours fishing per trip) • Prize Giving Dinner, Drinks & Fundraising Auction • Tour Shirt ADD-ON PACKAGE: AITUTAKI • 3 nights/4days $1,170.00 per person share twin • Cost Includes • Return flights flying Air Rarotonga • Meet & Greet Aitutaki Airport • Return Hotel Transfers • Daily Tropical Island Breakfast • 3 nights’ accommodation Tamanu Beach Resort is a ‘brothers in arms’ type project developed by Globalsportfish Limited, parent company of SPORTFISHESCAPES, and its strategic partners in support of our offshore emergency responder communities. Volunteer groups who don’t always get some of the support our home-based volunteer emergency responder groups enjoy. Anyone and everyone is welcome to join us on this Heroworx project and become a supporter. HEROWORX.ORG
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17 - 26 November 2017 from: $2,695
AMERICA’S CUP FINAL SERIES 2017 BERMUDA, USA
5 Nights - from $5,385* per person The most anticipated weekends of the 35th America’s Cup (15th – 27th June 2017). With five strong challengers, this could be one of the greatest finals that the event has ever seen. Make sure that you are with us to witness history on the Great Sound in beautiful Bermuda. Starts from 5 Nights in Bermuda, with Spectator Passes & Return Economy Flights from Auckland. Lots of Bermuda Hotel Options & Stopover Options can be arranged. 5 NIGHT PACKAGE – FIRST WEEKEND OF THE FINALS: JUNE 15TH – 20TH, 2017 • Return economy flights Auckland to Bermuda • 5 nights accommodation at a hotel of your choice • Round trip Airport Transfers • 2 Official on-water spectator tickets to watch the America’s Cup Match presented by Louis Vuitton – Sat June 17th and Sun June 18th • Complimentary official America’s Cup cap • Cost: 5 nights from $5,385 per person (based on 2 sharing) 7 NIGHT PACKAGE - SECOND WEEKEND OF THE FINALS: JUNE 20TH – 27TH, 2017 • Return economy flights Auckland to Bermuda • 7 nights accommodation at a hotel of your choice • Round trip Airport Transfers • 2 Official on-water spectator tickets to watch the America’s Cup Match presented by Louis Vuitton – Sat. June 24th, Sun. June 25th. • Complimentary official America’s Cup cap • Cost: 7 nights from $6395 per person (based on 2 sharing)
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June 2017 from: $5,385
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