2012 Quilting Tour to USA with Michelle Marvig
19 October - 6 November 2012
Touring can involve a considerable amount of walking and stair climbing in the places visited and it is important that all tour participants have a level of physical fitness that allows them to take part in this tour without the need of assistance from others.
Tour Costs:
Tour costs are based on airfare, general transport, and accommodation costs and foreign exchange rate at 20 November 2011. No alterations to costings will be made within 60 days of departure from Australia.
Deposit and Payment: A non-refundable deposit of $500 per passenger is required at the time of booking. Full payment will be required 64 days before departure.
Cancellations:
Cancellations 64 days or less from the date of departure will result in the loss of all monies paid. Travel insurance is recommended to cover the costs of cancellation fees due to illness, death in family, etc.
Minimum Tour Numbers: The tour has been costed on the basis of a minimum of 20 passengers having booked 64 days prior to departure.
Payment:
Payment by Visa and Mastercard will incur a one percent administration fee and AMEX and Diners a three percent fee. Travelrite reserves the right to cancel the tour, giving a full refund of all monies paid or offer arrangements to proceed with the tour at a modified cost. Travelrite International reserves the right to change advertised entrances if necessary for the smooth operation of the tour.
Refunds: The tour is based on arrangements which do not allow for any refunds in respect to sightseeing, accommodation, meals, airfare or other services not utilised after the tour has commenced.
Travel documents:
All passengers will require a valid passport and a United States ESTA (Visa) authorization to enter the United States. The ESTA is issued on line for Australian passport holders. If you hold another passport please check with Travelrite International.
Baggage:
All passengers qualify for twenty kilos of luggage. Two pieces of luggage are allowed on flights to USA. One piece of luggage is allowed in the coach for both tours. Internal flights in the USA will incur a cost for checking luggage. Travelrite will pay for one piece of luggage to be checked on all USA internal flights.
Changes to the tour itinerary:
Travelrite International reserves the right to make changes to the itinerary to fit in with operational requirements. Any change to the itinerary will be replaced with similar arrangements with an equal or greater value.
Responsibilities:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd. (Licence number 30858) is the tour organiser. Travelrite acts only as agents in the making of arrangements with carriers, hoteliers and others for the tour. As a result we cannot accept liability for any act or omission whatsoever, whether negligent or otherwise of those carriers, hoteliers or other persons providing services in connection with the tour over whom we have no direct or exclusive control. We do not accept responsibility for any injury, damage, loss, delay, change of schedule or any other events which are beyond our direct control, such as, but not limited to, war, flood, fire, civil disturbance, acts of god, acts of Government, terrorism or any other authorities, accidents to or failure of machinery or equipment, or industrial action. The passage contract in use by the carriers concerned shall constitute the sole contract between the transportation companies or firms and the purchasers of these tours and the passengers. Baggage is at own risk throughout the tour. The contract shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Victoria
How to Book:
Bookings can be made by completing a booking form and sending it with a deposit of $500 per person to: Travelrite International Pty Ltd
298 Whitehorse Road Balwyn, Victoria 3103s
Further information can be obtained by telephoning
Toll Free:1800 630 343
Telephone: (03) 9836 2522
Fax: (03) 9836 8068
Email: michelle@travelrite.com.au
www.travelrite.com.au/booking.shtml
About Travelrite International:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd (A.C.N. 005 817 078) is a well-established travel company which has been operating in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne for more than 30 years. It is fully licensed (Licence No. 30858) and has two fully credited IATA offices Heathmont and Balwyn. As such, it directly represents the major airlines of the world and all major domestic and international tour and transport operators. Travelrite International has been operating special interest tours for twenty five years, and now runs over 50 tours a year. Travelrite International Pty Ltd is a full member of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents - AFTA.