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A Taste of the South Pacific - Travel Presentation
Date and Time
Wednesday Oct 29, 2014
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDTWednesday, October 29, 2014
7pmLocation
Greater Westerly Pawcatuck Area Chamber of Commerce
1 Chamber Way
Westerly, RI 02891Fees/Admission
Free
Open to the PublicContact Information
401-596-7761
Send EmailA Taste of the South Pacific - Travel...Description
Rescheduled to Thursday, October 30th 7pm.
Westerly-Pawcatuck Chamber of Commerce presents:You're Invited! Special Travel Presentation
Westerly-Pawcatuck Chamber of Commerce
Wednesday, October 29, 2014 - TIME 7:00 PM
1 Chamber Way, Westerly, Rhode Island, 02891A Taste of the South Pacific
- Day 1 – 2: November 2 – 3, 2015 Overnight Flight
- Cross the International Dateline and begin the adventure of a lifetime by skipping a day ahead.
- Day 3: Wednesday, November 4, 2015 Cairns, Australia - Tour Begins
- Your tour opens in Cairns, the tropical gateway to one of the world’s most spectacular natural attractions and a World Heritage site – the Great Barrier Reef. Established as a marine park in 1975, the reef is a haven for thousands of species of sea life, as well as turtles and birds. (D)
- Day 4: Thursday, November 5, 2015 Great Barrier Reef
- Set out on a high speed catamaran for an exciting excursion to the Great Barrier Reef. This is an immense series of 2,800 coral reefs which are home to amazingly diverse marine life. Explore the reef from your base on Green Island. Enjoy a glass bottom boat ride*, stroll the island walking trails, relax on the beaches, snorkel or just watch the fish and sea turtles swim past from the pier. For a more adventurous encounter with the reef, optional scuba diving and an outer reef tour are also available. Whichever way you choose, you’ll see some of the world’s most fascinating marine and plant life. (B, L)
- Day 5: Friday, November 6, 2015 Cairns
- Today visit the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park to meet Australia’s original inhabitants. See the traditional dances, learn how to play a didgeridoo or even throw a boomerang. Browse the renowned art gallery and visit the interpretation center which houses a collection of interesting artifacts. Visit Hartley’s Croc Farm for a chance to get up-close and personal with crocodiles in their natural habitat! Boardwalks take you on a path of adventure through rainforests and woodlands to see animals such as wild birds, reptiles and wallabies. You also have the chance to meet some of the local koalas and have a private talk with a wildlife naturalist to learn more about these cuddly creatures. Take a dramatic cruise on the lagoon looking for crocodiles before enjoying a delicious Aussie barbecue. (B, D)
- Day 6: Saturday, November 7, 2015 Cairns
- Spend your day at leisure enjoying the tropical surroundings. Or, explore the rainforest canopy this morning with an optional ride on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway; make a few stops on the ascent to experience the beauty of this World Heritage site and experience the forest floor from specially-designed boardwalks. (B)
- Day 7: Sunday, November 8, 2015 Cairns - Sydney
- Today you fly to the bustling city of Sydney, first settled by English colonists in 1788. (B, D)
- Day 8: Monday, November 9, 2015 Sydney
- This morning enjoy a city tour of Sydney. Highlights include Kings Cross, the Harbour Bridge, Chinatown, the Rocks, Circular Quay, the Botanic Gardens and the fashionable suburb of Paddington. Discover one of the world’s most fascinating architectural sights as you take a guided tour of the Sydney Opera House, poised majestically on Sydney Harbour. Next, enjoy a unique opportunity to learn first-hand how raw opals are transformed from the dark mine shafts to beautiful works of art at the National Opal Centre. The evening is free to explore Sydney at your leisure. The opportunities are endless! (B)
- Day 9: Tuesday, November 10, 2015 Sydney
- Come to know the exciting city of Sydney during a day of independent exploration. You may take advantage of an optional tour to Koala Park for an up-close and personal chance to learn about the different types of wildlife native to the land down under. Walk amongst wallabies, indigenous birds, kangaroos, dingoes and other creatures. Experience the koala habitat where you can even take your picture with a koala! Or perhaps use today to walk around the city and do some shopping…or find a local café and relax. Tonight, experience the best of Sydney. As you say your farewell to Australia, chat with new friends and take in the sights during a delightful dinner cruise of Sydney Harbour. Marvel at the scenic vistas the harbour has to offer including Sydney’s magnificent skyline and iconic attractions, the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. (B, D)
- Day 10: Wednesday, November 11, 2015 Sydney - Nadi, Fiji
- Today you arrive in the beautiful tropical paradise of Fiji to complete your South Pacific experience. Fijians are warm and friendly, with a welcoming, vibrant culture. For centuries this land’s expansive sandy beaches and clear ocean waters have drawn travelers and explorers alike. (B)
- Day 11: Thursday, November 12, 2015 Fiji
- Your day is free to explore everything that your resort has to offer. Savor the island lifestyle. Relax by the beach and pool or choose one of the many fun, adventurous activities available to you from the hotel activities desk. (B)
- Day 12: Friday, November 13, 2015 Fiji
- Enjoy another day in paradise. Your tour manager will help you get the most out of your time. Join your fellow travelers this evening at a farewell dinner where you will toast the end of a wonderful trip! (B, D)
- Day 13: Saturday, November 14, 2015 Fiji - Tour Ends
- Today, journey into Nadi's scenic hinterland to the Garden of the Sleeping Giant. This garden, begun by famed Hollywood actor Raymond Burr, now houses one of the largest and most varied orchid collections in the world. Travel to Viseisei Village, the legendary landing site of the first Fijians, where you will enter the village and have a chance to explore the local handicraft displays. See the work that Collette Cares** is supporting in the local community at Koroipita. You will also make a stop in the bustling township of Nadi to experience the modern style of Fiji living. This evening, depart for home with treasured memories of your jaunt through the South Pacific. (B)
Rates Per Person
DON'T MISS OUT! BOOK NOW!
Double $4,849, Single $5,749, Triple $4,819
REGULAR RATES
Double $5,249, Single $6,149, Triple $5,219
*Included in Price: Round Trip Air from Logan Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers
*Not Included in Price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $300 per person
Please Note:
- Book Now rates valid until May 04, 2015, valid on air inclusive packages only.
- Air rate and schedule are applicable for groups of 10 or more traveling on the same flights and dates.
- Due to early arrival times in some cities, rooms may not always be ready for immediate check-in.
- To complete your tour, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing Collette airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will leave at pre-scheduled times.
- **Please note that Collette Foundation sites may not be available for visits due to school holidays or programming challenges.
- *If you purchase the outer reef option in the Great Barrier Reef, the glass bottom boat ride will be replaced by a semi-submersible boat on the outer reef pontoon.
- The internal flights on this program are not included in the land price of your tour. These flights need to be arranged and purchased separately if you arrange your own air. Internal flights are included with the air portion of your tour if you purchase air through us.
- This tour requires average physical activity. You should be in good health, able to climb stairs and walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven grounds and cobblestone streets.
- CST#2006766-20 UBN#601220855 Nevada Sellers of Travel Registration No. 2003-0279
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