Inter City Travel Club Hawke’s Bay 903 Tomoana Road, Hastings 4120 Postal address: PO Box 13050, Mahora, Hastings Telephone HBN 870-8740 WBL Bus & Coach Waipawa Buses Limited, IF YOU LIVE IN THE NAPIER - HASTINGS CITY AREA WHERE EVER POSSIBLE, “WE PICK UP AND RETURN YOU HOME” Itinerary #74 in 2014 No 996 day /evening Annie the Musical Wgtn Saturday 31st May 2014 $205.00 Mystery Creek 10th – 12th June $425.00 No 1000 Tour No 1001 day trip No 1003 Day trip Modern Musicals No 1004 Day trip Waihi Falls No 1006 Day/ Evening No 1007 Day Trip No 1009 Aquarium Disney on Ice Wgtn European Romance Rodgers & Hammerstein Day Trip No 1010 Daytrip Mystery Day Trip No 1011 show Cirque “Big Top” No 1012 show No 1014 No 1015 No 979 No 1016 Wednesday 25th June $85.00 Thursday 10th July $65.00 Wednesday 23rd July $85.00 Sunday 3rd Aug Thursday 7th August $180.00 $65.00 Thursday 4th September $65.00 Wednesday 10th September $85.00 20th -21st September $399.00 World of Wearable Arts 4th -5th October $399.00 day trip Hits of the 50s & 60s Thursday 9th October $65.00 day trip Christmas at the Proms Tuesday 18th November $65.00 Overseas Tour Day Trip HAWAII Santa’s Sleigh 22nd Nov – 5th Dec $7250.00 Wednesday 17th December $95.00 ½ day trips first Sunday of every month “Our Sunday Drive” $35.00 each trip Dates are: 1st June, 6th July, 3rd August,7th September,5th October,2nd November,7th December EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST: This area is for us to get a gauge on your interest in possible future trips, shows, events and the like. If you want to go let us know! 1) Fast Net Netball- Held in Hamilton beginning of November and will be three or four days away 2) Molesworth Station- Possibly at end of September early October There are no strangers in this club only friends you have not yet met IT IS ESSENTIAL TO MAKE AN EARLY BOOKING TO SECURE A PLACE ON THE COACH For bookings ring the Hastings office 870-8740 after 8.30am Day / Evening # T996 – Saturday 31st May In conjunction with Fun Friendly & Affordable Travel Annie the Musical - $205.00 Everyone’s favourite little red-headed orphan is coming to Wellington at the St James Theatre! This is one of the best-loved musicals of all time The show will feature a host of familiar faces from British TV and stage, as well as our local talent. We have matinee tickets to this show. After collecting you this morning we travel to Wellington in time to watch this stage show. (Lunch will be on the way – own choice) Later we stop for dinner at a suitable place. The cost of this trip includes, show, evening meal, coach travel. We advise there will be no door to door pick ups for this trip but PICK UP POINTS. This is due to driver time constraints. Sunday Drive # T999 Sunday 1st June–$35.00 Another pleasant afternoon outing to a destination to be revealed. On this occasion there will be a prize for the BEST DRESSED QUEEN. The cost of this trip includes smoko from the bus, pick ups and drop offs. ‘There are no strangers in this club only friends you have not yet met’ Tour # T1000 – Tuesday 10th – Thursday 12th June Mystery Creek - $425.00 Mystery Creek Field Days are held every year in June. See the industry's latest inventions and bright ideas competing for the awards in the Innovations Centre. Check out a variety of compelling sub events and demonstrations on offer, then treat your taste buds to an assortment of premium New Zealand food and beverages in the Kiwi’s Best Kitchen Marquee. The Southern Hemisphere’s largest agribusiness expo attracts over 30,000 people to Mystery Creek Events Centre, where 40 hectares of exhibition space is being utilised by nearly 900 exhibitors, showcasing the latest in technology and innovation. Due to the interest in visiting the field days, it as very hard to get accommodation close by so we have chosen to travel to Taupo and stay at Chantillys. Day 1 Tuesday 10th We collect you from your door this morning and travel through to Taupo. Shopping and lunch will be in Taupo. (own choice) We are staying at Chantillys. Dinner this evening has as been organised. Day 2 Wednesday 11th We have requested breakfast early this morning as we need to get under way to Mystery Creek. Once at the event you are left to visit whatever appeals on site. Own lunch. The coach will be parked in the one spot for the whole day so once you have finished wander back to the coach. At 4.30 it will depart the grounds to return to Taupo. Dinner this evening is at the Taupo RSA at about 7.30. Day 2 Thursday 12th After breakfast we take a trip in to the main shopping centre. There will be time for an early lunch (own choice) before returning you home to Hawkes Bay. The cost of this tour includes door to door pick ups and drop offs, dinners & breakfasts on both days, accommodation on a twin share basis, entrance fees in to Mystery Creek. And coach travel. A DEPOSIT OF $125.00 IS REQUIRED TO CONFIRM YOUR BOOKING WITH THE BALANCE OF $300.00 DUE 4th June 2014. Day Trip #T1001 – Wednesday 25th June National Aquarium of New Zealand - $85.00 New Zealand's largest display of aquatic life and unique New Zealand wildlife, including sharks, stingrays, living coral, kiwi, tuatara and a huge range of fish species. A fun and educational place to visit. The cost of this trip includes smoko, lunch, pick ups and drop offs. Half Day Trip #T1002 – Sunday 6th July Sunday Drive - $35.00 The bus will collect you after lunch and take you to a destination unknown to you but known by the driver. The cost of this trip includes smoko from the bus, pick ups and drop offs Day Trip # T1003 – Thursday 10th July Operatunity announce: Modern Musicals - $65.00 Timeless hit songs from modern musicals from Broadway and Westend. Highlights will be songs from Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, Joseph, Cats just to name a few. The bus will collect you this morning and transport you to the Outreach Centre in Hastings. After enjoying the performance you will have a luncheon with the cast. We then return you home. The cost of this trip includes show, lunch, pick ups and drop offs. ‘There are no strangers in this club only friends you have not yet met’ Day Trip # T1004 – Wednesday 23rd July Waihi Falls - $85.00 A trip in the country today travelling south through the Dannevirke region. Waihi Falls are in the Akatio area, and are truly a sight to see. Especially at this time of the year when there has been plenty of water around. A short walk brings you to a place of real beauty. We depart from here and progress to Porangahau where we will enjoy the ambience of the Duke of Edinburgh Hotel for a lovely hot lunch before returning you to your doors The cost of this trip includes lunch, pick ups and drop offs. Half Day Trip #T1005 – Sunday 3rd August Sunday Drive - $35.00 The bus will collect you after lunch and take you to a destination unknown to you but known by the driver. The cost of this trip includes smoko from the bus, pick ups and drop offs Day / Evening # T1006 – Sunday 3rd August In conjunction with Fun Friendly & Affordable Travel Disney on Ice Treasure Trove - $180.00 Disney On Ice presents Treasure Trove, and will take audiences on a magical journey spanning 50 years of Disney’s famous well-loved animated films. From the inaugural Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, to the 50th film – Tangled, this ice skating extravaganza commemorates the legacy of Disney films with an all-new medley of Disney tales that will captivate audiences. Get lost with Rapunzel and Flynn and enter the worlds of your other favourite Disney princesses - Cinderella, Jasmine, Ariel, Sleeping Beauty, Belle, and Snow White. Set sail with Peter Pan, the always playful Tinker Bell and the cunning Captain Hook and his crew as they head on an adventure beyond Nevernever Land! Trek through the wilderness and wildlife of Africa with Simba, Nala, Pumbaa and Timon as they discover the true meaning of the ‘Circle of Life.’ Embark on a mischievous ride with Woody, Jessie and Buzz Lightyear from Disney Pixar’s Toy Story and explore the mystical and marvellous Wonderland with Alice and the Mad Hatter. We have matinee tickets to this show. After collecting you this morning we travel to Wellington in time to watch this stage show. (Lunch will be on the way – own choice) Afterwards we stop for dinner at a suitable place before returning you to Hawkes Bay. The cost of this trip includes show, evening meal, coach travel. We advise there will be no door to door pick ups for this trip but PICK UP POINTS. This is due to driver time constraints. Please pay in full to confirm your place. Day Trip # T1007 – Thursday 7th August Operatunity announce: European Romance- $65.00 Imagine swirling through the ballrooms of Vienna. This concert will be presented Andre Rieu style with violinist and classical singers. The bus will collect you this morning and transport you to the Outreach Centre in Hastings. After enjoying the performance you can enjoy a luncheon with the cast. We then return you home. The cost of this trip includes, show, lunch, pick ups and drop offs. ‘There are no strangers in this club only friends you have not yet met’ Day Trip # T1009 – Thursday 4th September Operatunity announce: Rodgers & Hammerstein- $65.00 Re-live those wonderful films and shows made famous by the likes of Julie Andrews, Barbra Streisand, Topol etc. Timeless songs from The Sound of Music, Carousel, South Pacific, Oliver, Mary Poppins, My Fair Lady just to name some. The bus will collect you this morning and transport you to the Outreach Centre in Hastings. After enjoying the performance you can enjoy a luncheon with the cast. We then return you home. The cost of this trip includes show, lunch, pick ups and drop offs. Half Day Trip #T1008 – Sunday 7th September (Fathers Day) Sunday Drive - $35.00 The bus will collect you after lunch and take you to a destination unknown to you but known by the driver. The cost of this trip includes smoko from the bus, pick ups and drop offs Day Trip # T1010 – Wednesday 10th September Mystery Day Trip - $85.00 Hmmmmmmmmmmmm? The cost of this trip includes lunch, pick ups and drop offs, coach travel and any entrance fees. Overnight/ Show # T1011 – Saturday 20th Sunday 21st September In conjunction with Fun Friendly & Affordable Travel Cirque in the BIG TOP - $399.00 TOTEM TOTEM traces the fascinating journey of the human species from its original amphibian state to its ultimate desire to fly. The characters evolve on a stage evoking a giant turtle, the symbol of origin for many ancient civilizations. Inspired by many founding myths, TOTEM illustrates, through a visual and acrobatic language, the evolutionary progress of species. Somewhere between science and legend TOTEM explores the ties that bind Man to other species, his dreams and his infinite potential. This visual display of human acrobatics is held in the BIG Top in Auckland. Day 1 After collecting you this morning we travel through to Auckland. Tonight we stay at Waipuna Hotel. On arrival we have dinner in the restaurant before travelling to watch the new Cirque Performance. The coach will return you back to our accommodation. Day 2 After breakfast this morning we travel back to Hawkes Bay. The cost of this trip includes show, evening meal, breakfast, accommodation on a twin share basis, coach travel. We advise there will be no door to door pick ups for this trip but PICK UP POINTS. This is due to driver time constraints. (lunch is own choice each day) A deposit of 199.00 is required to secure your place. The balance to be paid by 15th September. ‘There are no strangers in this club only friends you have not yet met’ Overnight/ Show # T1012 – Saturday 4th October to Sunday 5th October In conjunction with Fun Friendly & Affordable Travel World of Wearable Art - $399.00 This annual Icon performance is a must to see. This year it is an overnight visit staying at one of our favourite places - the James Cook Hotel. After collecting you this morning we travel to Wellington in time to settle in at James Cook and have an early bird dinner before we go to WOW. (Lunch will be on the way – own choice) . After being suitably “WOWed” we return to our accommodation. Breakfast is a full buffet the next morning. We then depart travelling back to Hawkes Bay. Lunch again will be own choice on the way home. There are only limited tickets for this performance. A deposit will secure your place. The cost of this trip includes show, evening meal, full buffet breakfast, accommodation share twin, coach travel. A deposit of $199.00 is required to secure your place and the balance of $200.00 can be paid by 29th September. Half Day Trip #T1013 – Sunday 5th October Sunday Drive - $35.00 The bus will collect you after lunch and take you to a destination unknown to you but known by the driver. The cost of this trip includes smoko from the bus, pick ups and drop offs. Day Trip # T1014 – Thursday 9th October Operatunity announce: Hits of 50s and 60s - $65.00 Oh yes now we are talking……..or tapping to the beat more likely. Songs from grand artists like Elvis, Dusty Springfield, Beatles, Seekers and Carpenters. Melody, romance and lyrics all rolled in to one. The bus will collect you this morning and transport you to the Outreach Centre in Hastings. After enjoying the performance you can enjoy a luncheon with the cast. We then return you home. The cost of this trip includes show, lunch, pick ups and drop offs. Half Day Trip #T1017 – Sunday 2nd November Sunday Drive - $35.00 The bus will collect you after lunch and take you to a destination unknown to you but known by the driver. The cost of this trip includes smoko from the bus, pick ups and drop offs. ‘There are no strangers in this club only friends you have not yet met’ Day Trip # T1015 – Tuesday 18th November Operatunity announce: Christmas at the Proms - $65.00 What better way to start getting in to the Christmas Spirit than with a gala concert filled with well known Christmas carols and songs from the Proms, skits and jokes and even Santa Claus and his elves! The bus will collect you this morning and transport you to the Outreach Centre in Hastings. After enjoying the performance you can enjoy a luncheon with the cast. We then return you home. The cost of this trip includes show, lunch, pick ups and drop offs. Overseas TOUR#T979 –22nd November to 5th December 2014 Hawaii - $7250.00 Oh wow I am excited about this tour. 7 Nights on the Pride of America cruising the islands followed by 4 nights at the Outrigger Waikiki Hotel SATURDAY 22 NOVEMBER 2014 Am Travel to Auckland by Coach 9.00pm Check in time at Auckland International Airport 11.55pm Depart on HAWAIIAN Airlines 9.45am Arrive in Honolulu Flower Lei greeting on arrival. Hilo Hatti is quite large in size, and you feel the Aloha spirit as you enter, receiving a free shell Lei. The store is beautifully displayed with numerous Hawaiian Aloha shirts, dresses, footwear, jewellry and souvenirs. You won't leave the store empty handed. Something of excellent quality for that special someone can be readily purchased here. Embark NCL PRIDE OF AMERICA Outside Cabins with an obstructive view (life boats) have been confirmed SUNDAY 23 NOVEMBER 2014 8.00 am Arrival in Maui Overnight in Maui (on cruise boat) MONDAY 24 NOVEMBER 2014 6.00pm Set Sail TUESDAY 25 NOVEMBER 2014 8.00am 6.00pm Arrive Hilo (Big Island) Set Sail WEDNESDAY 26 NOVEMBER 2014 7.00am 6.00pm Arrive Kona (Big Island) Set Sail THURSDAY 27 NOVEMBER 2014 8.00am Arrive Kaua’i TODAY CELEBRATE AMERICAN THANKSGIVING Overnight FRIDAY 28 NOVEMBER 2014 2.00pm Set Sail SATURDAY 29 NOVEMBER 2014 7.00am Arrive Honolulu After breakfast, depart (around 9.30am) transfer to OUTRIGGER WAIKIKI on the Beach Check into OCEAN VIEW ROOMS at the Hotel A Day at Leisure (perhaps a walking tour of Waikiki Beach, ending up at the (International Market Place) NOON: Polynesian Cultural Centre including a show and Luau SUNDAY 30 NOVEMBER 2014 6.30am Early morning start to go to PEARL HARBOUR and the ARIZONA MEMORIAL Independent Shopping at Ala Moana Shopping Centre MONDAY 01 DECEMBER 2014 10.00am Full Day Circle Island Tour TUESDAY 02 DECEMBER 2014 Free Day WEDNESDAY 03 DECEMBER 2014 10.00am 1.45pm AIRLINES Depart Hotel for the Airport Depart Honolulu on HAWAIIAN THURSDAY 04 DECEMBER 2014 9.55pm Arrival Auckland Transfer to Airport Hotel FRIDAY 05 DECEMBER 2014 Breakfast Return by Coach to Hawkes Bay Cost Includes: Flights on Hawaiian Airlines Auckland – Honolulu – Auckland Transfer with City Tour to Cruise Ship 7 night Cruise on NCL PRIDE OF AMERICAN in an Ocean View (outside obstructive view) cabin All meals and entertainment on cruise ship Transfer from Cruise Ship to Hotel 4 nights at the Outrigger on the Beach in a Ocean View Room, breakfasts included Pearl Harbour and USS ARIZONA tour Circle Island Tour Polynesian Cultural Centre including a show and Luau Dinner Driver Gratuities All Room Taxes and Surcharges Mandatory Baggage Handling NZ Departure Tax, airline levies, taxes & fuel surcharges (subject to change until ticketed. Cost of VISA (ESTA) to enter the United States NOT INCLUDED Items of a personal nature telephone, laundry, beverages, travel insurance. Lunches and evening meals at Outrigger Hotel. On shore activities whilst on the cruise with Pride of America are not included, however your tour leader will assist in providing information as to choices available. A $1250.00 NON REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT IS DUE upon confirmation. We also require Passport information immediately to start the Visa for entry in to American waters. Full payment is due on or before Friday 4th October 2014. A full itinerary will be available on request. Travel Insurance is highly recommended and each traveller will be required to get their own. However if you need help in doing this please don’t hesitate to ask. We anticipate holding a pre Hawaii meeting. You will be able to ask questions that the full itinerary does not include. ‘There are no strangers in this club only friends you have not yet met’ Half Day Trip #T1018 – Sunday 7th December Sunday Drive - $35.00 The bus will collect you after lunch and take you to a destination unknown to you but known by the driver. The cost of this trip includes smoko from the bus, pick ups and drop offs Day Trip #T1016 – Wednesday 17th December Santas Sleigh - $95.00 We introduced this day trip last year as our celebratory Christmas get together, and what a hit it was. A progressive day travelling between our private homes enjoying Christmas festivities the whole way. Morning tea. Luncheon at Megs Place and drinks and a cheese platter on the way home. ‘There are no strangers in this club only friends you have not yet met’