Queenstown New Zealand
Queenstown New Zealand February 16th-21th 2014 The Travelling Golfer is proud to be partnering La Trobe Golf Club. PGA Professional Tony Craswell will lead a group of golfers from Latrobe Golf Club to picturesque Queenstown in New Zealand. Over 4 days they will play golf at Arrowtown, Millbrook and Jack’s Point (twice). Queenstown is the perfect destination for golfing holidays It has a selection of high quality courses with spectacular vistas - all within minutes of each other and the town itself. And no trip to Queenstown is complete without a ride on the jet boats at Shotover River , or white water rafting , or even perhaps a bungy jump! Queenstown, New Zealand, is the Southern Hemisphere’s premier four season lake and alpine resort. Surrounded by majestic mountains and nestled on the shores of crystal clear Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown’s stunning scenery is inspiring and revitalising.
Queenstown, NZ February 16th Flight Melbourne to Queenstown and shuttle bus to the Novotel. Your stay for 5 nights the Novotel Queenstown Lakeside is the most centrally located 4-star hotel on Queenstown's lakefront. Step outside your door and into the heart of Queenstown with easy access to all that has to offer. February 17th Breakfast: not included in package. Either have it in house at the Novotel, or try one of the many trendy breakfast places in Queenstown, such as Joe’s Garage, which has complimentary Wi-Fi with breakfast. Golf at Jacks Point. Jack's Point Golf Course is one of the most spectacular courses in the world, with a backdrop of the Remarkables mountain range and an armchair view of Lake Wakatipu. The course works with nature, not against it. Designed with minimal excavation, the course is built on the most spectacular of Jack's Point terrain, weaving through tussock grasslands, dramatic rocky outcrops, steep bluffs and swathes of native bush to the edge of Lake Wakatipu.
Queenstown, NZ February 18th Golf at Arrowtown This picturesque Golf Club is located just 20 minutes drive from Queenstown and rated 20th best course in New Zealand. Each hole has its own attraction. Arrowtown is a short funky course with absolutely no bunkers, but with exposed rock prominent. It is an absolute hoot to play, and the most fun you can have standing up with a golf club in hand. February 19th Golf at Millbrook Resort. This a scenic golf course with the Remarkables Mountain Range as a backdrop. There are photo opportunities at every turn. The course offers three nine hole courses, each named after local prominent Queenstown landmarksThe Remarkables, The Arrow and The Coronet Nine. February 20th Golf at Jacks Point. February 21st You will be collected from the Novotel hotel and transferred to Queenstown International Airport
Golf Clubs & Course Overview Jacks Point With the Remarkables mountain range and an armchair view of the outstanding lake and mountain panorama, Jack's Point Golf Course is one of the most spectacular in the world. As an 18 hole par 72 championship course it offers golfers of any calibre a challenging and unforgettable experience.
Arrowtown Golf Club Set in rolling hills on the outskirts of historic Arrowtown, the Arrowtown Golf Club offers a challenging course all year round. With views of the Remarkables and Coronet Peak to distract you from your game, you will need to concentrate to keep your ball on the fairways.
Millbrook One of the most scenic golf courses in New Zealand and the world, Millbrook is simply an unforgettable Queenstown golfing experience. With extraordinary photo opportunities at every turn, this championship course located in Queenstown offers three fabulous nine hole courses, each named after local prominent landmarks - The Remarkables, The Arrow and The Coronet Nine. Designed by Greg Turner at Turner MacPherson Design, The Coronet Nine is the latest nine and is proving a big hit with all golfers.
Accommodation Overview Novotel Queenstown Lakeside is the most centrally located 4-star hotel on Queenstown's lakefront. Step outside your door and into the heart of Queenstown with easy access to all that this premier four season lake and alpine resort has to offer. The hotel offers delicious New Zealand influenced dining options, WIFI access and complimentary Apple Mac stations, a spa pool as well as professional and friendly staff that make Novotel Queenstown Lakeside the perfect hotel for your Queenstown visit.
Flights & Hotel Transfers All golfers arriving on these flights will be taken by complimentary shuttle to and from our accommodation at the Novotel Queenstown. Shuttle buses are organised to meet the following flights only: Sunday 16th February Melbourne to Queenstown Direct Flight: •Air New Zealand NZ836 Departs 9.25am Arrives 2.40pm •Virgin VA8168 Departs 9.25am Arrives 2.40pm •Jetstar JQ219 Departs 10.15am Arrives 3.25pm FRIDAY 21st February Queenstown to Melbourne Direct Flights: •Air New Zealand NZ837 Departs 2.15pm Arrives 3.55pm •Virgin VA8165 Departs 2.15pm Arrives 3.55pm Please Note: For anyone arriving on different flights to those listed above, transfers can be arranged for additional cost.
Package includes: • • • •
5 nights accommodation at Novotel Lakeside Queenstown All green fees and cart hire, as detailed in the itinerary. Return Airport Transfers to the Novotel from flights specified in itinerary. Return transfers to all Golf Courses.
Package excludes: • • • • •
Airfare, visa fees, airport taxes Personal items, meals (other than those mentioned), gratuities . Meals, drinks, laundry Travel Insurance Airfares
Payment Instructions A $500 deposit is required to secure a booking. Payment can be made by: 1.
Bank Transfer: Please deposit funds into “The Travelling Golfer Trust A/C ” BSB: 083269 Account Number: 13 066 2440 Please quote your Invoice number.
2. Credit Card: (2.5% credit card fees apply) VISA or MasterCard. Phone Peter on 0438573271 The balance of payment is due 70 days before departure (8th December, 2013). In the case of non-payment of the balance by the due date, The Travelling Golfer will treat the booking as cancelled unless advised to the contrary.
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Travel Insurance It is highly recommended you obtain Travel Insurance at the time you make payment for your travel. Travel insurance should protect you against any medical expenses arising from sickness or injury during your travels and against any loss of or damage to your belongings. It should also provide cover against trip cancellations and flight delays, and offer 24 hour emergency assistance. You can apply for "AIG Travel Insurance" or "QBE Travel Insurance" through The Travelling Golfer website. The benefits each policy offers is slightly different. You must read the Policy documents carefully to ensure they are providing the benefits that best suit your circumstances. In summary, both policies provide*: Unlimited overseas medical expenses Unlimited cancellation costs Unlimited emergency expenses $2,500,000 legal liability *Note: the policy wording differs with each plan AIG also provides up to $3,000 worth of cover for golf clubs automatically on its single or multi trip plans. The excess is $100 per claim. QBE provides automatic cover of $3,000 on golf clubs only on its multi trip plan. You would need to pay an additional premium (3% of items value) if you wish to cover your golf clubs on their single trip plan. QBE's excess is $200 per claim. To obtain a quote from AIG To obtain a quote and read the full PDS/Policy terms and conditions, and apply for cover over the internet, please click on the following AIG link: AIG Insurance- Get a Quote If you have a pre-existing medical condition or health disorder you wish to cover you will need to contact AIG assessors on 1800008473 to establish whether they will provide cover for it. If you have any questions regarding the policy please contact AIG customer service on 1800017682. To obtain a quote from QBE To obtain a quote and read the full PDS/Policy terms and conditions, and apply for cover over the Internet, please click on the following QBE link: QBE Travel Insurance- Get A Quote If you have a pre-existing medical condition or health disorder you wish to cover you must complete a Travelers Medical Appraisal Form. If your application is approved you will be advised of any restrictions, excesses or additional premiums that may apply. If you have any questions regarding the policy please contact QBE Customer service on 1300555017.
Terms and Conditions Cancellation Policy More than 70 days before departure date: We will retain 50% of the deposit. Between 30 and 69 days before departure date: We will retain the full deposit. No refund of the balance paid will be available to you until after we receive a refund from our supplier. In some instances you may not be able to claim a refund Within 30 days of departure date: No refund is payable. Notifications of cancellations must be forwarded to The Travelling Golfer in writing or email as soon as possible.
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