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Grand Pacific Drive Pre Tour: Friday, 19 June - Sunday, 21 June 2015 DESTINATION NSW FAMILIARISATION ITINERARY

VIEW OVER STANWELL PARK,

ABOUT THE REGION

On this short break from Sydney, you’ll unlock a few of the hidden gems along the Grand Pacific Drive to Wollongong. This meandering coastal drive begins just south of Sydney, passing through the majestic forests of the world’s second-oldest national park before arriving at the coast. From , gaze in awe as the dramatic sandstone escarpment stretches into the distance. In just one day, you’ll visit a wildlife park, taste freshly-picked orchard fruit, cross the amazing Sea Cliff and experience Wollongong’s adventure offerings. Then relax at your destination for the night over a delicious meal of fresh, local seafood. DESTINATION NSW FAMILIARISATION ITINERARY

DINING IN WOLLONGONG

DAY 1

Depart Sydney for your Grand Pacific Drive short-break. Form here you’ll head off along the Grand Pacific Drive on a thrilling motor bike ride with the experienced riders This is a meandering coastal drive from the Royal from Just Cruisin’ Motocycle Tours. National Park (the world’s second oldest national park) to Wollongong and on to Shellharbour, Kiama and the Enjoy a casual lunch by the beach in the stylish café of Shoalhaven region. The 140-km drive combines driving Northbeach Pavillion located inside the heritage-listed pleasure and scenic beauty with innovation. A highlight is North Beach Bathers Pavilion. the dramatic , a cantilevered marvel This afternoon you’ll have some serious choices to make, perched above the ocean. ranging from an adrenalin-charged sky dive experience Your first stop is Symbio Wildlife Park. Just 45 to more sedate beer tasting! minutes’ drive south of Sydney, this exciting wildlife • Air and beach adventure with Skydive the Beach park allows unparalleled opportunities for close encounters with some of ’s native wildlife and • Chilling at other animals from around the globe. Today you’ll join • Bushwalking with Trekking Adventures a guide who’ll introduce you to some of the park’s favourites – koalas, kangaroos, dingos, meerkats and • Beer tasting at the Illawarra Brewery monkeys. As well as learning about the different Check-in at the Chifley Wollongong. This well-located species, you’ll also get a chance to hand feed the hotel overlooks City Beach where you can walk, jog, swim animals and maybe even touch them. or just relax. Next taste freshly-picked seasonal fruit from The Apple Dinner tonight is at Lagoon Seafood Restaurant where Shack at Glenbernie Apple Orchard - a pretty family farm you will enjoy fresh seafood and fabulous beach views. that’s run by fourth-generation farmers. At this time of the year that’s likely to be apples; in summer, it’s peaches, nectarines, apricots and plums. Arrive at Bald Hill lookout. This is the place stop for stunning views of the ocean, the beaches and the dramatic . It’s also a popular destination for hang-gliders and para-gliders who take off from the headland, flying out over the ocean and hinterland to finally land on the beach. DESTINATION NSW FAMILIARISATION ITINERARY

GRAND PACIFIC DRIVE SYMBIO WILDLIFE PARK

DAY 2 DAY 3

Enjoy breakfast at leisure at your hotel before Enjoy breakfast at leisure at your hotel before checking-out. checking-out. Return to Sydney for for an afternoon of optional Transfer to Sydney airport to fly to Melbourne for ATE. activities including: • Visit the ol dest museum in Australia and see the zoological and anthropological collections at the Australian Museum • Disc over the culture of the Aboriginal people on The Rocks Dreaming Aboriginal Heritage Tour Check-in at your centrally located hotel and enjoy time at leisure to relax and unwind. Dinner tonight is at 360 Bar and Dining - the preeminent restaurant space in Sydney tower Dining boasting unsurpassed 360 revolving views of the Sydney skyline. DESTINATION NSW FAMILIARISATION ITINERARY

COASTAL VIEW OVER WOLLONGONG BEACH

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Some important information which will help with Itinerary Inclusions planning your trip to : Please refer to the Destination NSW participant release Australian Smoking Laws form which outlines the itinerary inclusions. Federal law bans smoking in all Australian What to Pack Commonwealth government buildings, public transport, Walking shoes/boots are are recommended for outdoor airports and international and domestic flights. Further activities and sightseeing. A warm jacket is suggested for bans are in place but are governed by individual states. evenings. During the day we suggest you use sunscreen, Most Australian states and territories have banned sunglasses and a hat. Don’t forget a waterproof jacket or smoking in enclosed public places, particularly umbrella in case of rain. workplaces and restaurants. Please note itinerary is subject to change and all Australian Voltage activities will be confirmed prior to your departure. Australia uses 220-240 voltage with a three flat pin. Battery chargers for digital cameras, laptops and other electrical equipment will display the input range and as long as this is within the 220-240v range it will work with just a socket converter. If not, you can purchase a transformer that will increase or decrease the Australian voltage as necessary. Dress Code The dress code for the famil is casual during the day and smart casual for evening activities. We recommend bringing a warm jacket for evenings. Climate June marks the beginning of winter in Australia. Winter in New South Wales is mild with temperatures ranging from 9°C/48°F to 17°C/62°F. DESTINATION NSW FAMILIARISATION ITINERARY

BALD HILL LOOKOUT

DESTINATION NSW FAMILIARISATION PARTICIPANT RELEASE FORM

You agree to take part in the Activities set out in the itinerary 9. You acknowledge that, in addition to the usual dangers and on the following terms: inherent risks of any activity, this familiarisation has certain additional dangers and risks, which you accept by participating, 1. In this Release, “Activities” includes without limitation: some of which may include: all international and domestic flights; transfers, transport; accommodation; touring; attractions and any other activity a) physical exertion for which you may not be prepared; which is part of the familiarisation. b) the increased possibility of accident, injury or death due to the nature of the Activities; and 2. By accepting the offer of Destination NSW to visit Sydney/ New South Wales, you agree to the terms set in this Release. c) remoteness from normal medical services. 10. You understand that the Activities may be organised and provided 3. You agree to comply with the directions of the person operating by other parties other than Destination NSW and that Destination the familiarisation and any other instructions Destination NSW is not liable for the acts of these other parties. NSW gives you concerning the familiarisation or the Activities. 11. You also understand that there may be risks involved which are 4. Destination NSW has taken reasonable care in arranging not known to you or to Destination NSW and may not be foreseen the familiarisation. However, Destination NSW has relied on or reasonably foreseeable by any of us at this time or at the time information provided by facility or services operators and of the carrying out of the Activities. accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of that information. 12. You assume all of the risks associated with my participation in the Activities and you warrant that you are voluntarily assuming 5. Destination NSW may cancel or suspend an Activity or the all responsibility for your participation in the Activities, including familiarisation or your involvement in it for any reason at any time. any loss or damage suffered by you as a result of my 6. To the extent the law allows, Destination NSW excludes participation in the Activities. all express and implied warranties, including as to the 13. You warrant that you are physically fit to participate in the familiarisation and the content of the Activities or their Activities, that you do not suffer from any medical condition suitability for any purpose. which participation in the Activities is or is likely to put you at 7. As part of your participation in this program, you agree to take higher risk of injury. If you have a medical condition which may out and maintain all appropriate insurance including relevant affect participation in the Activities or is likely to put you at higher personal travel and medical insurances. risk of injury, we recommend you not participating. Please advise us of any medical conditions, special dietary requirements and/ 8. You participate in the familiarisation and the Activities at your or allergies. sole discretion and risk. Destination NSW is not liable for any expense, loss, damage, injury, sickness, death or accident you or any other person suffers or incurs directly or indirectly as a result of the familiarisation or the Activities (including consequential or indirect loss) or otherwise arising out of your participation in the familiarisation and Activities, whether that loss or damage is due to our negligence, default, another tort or for any common law or statutory action. DESTINATION NSW FAMILIARISATION ITINERARY

ROYAL NATIONAL PARK

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ATE 2015 Terms & Conditions: 1. ATE Buyers may register for more than one Familiarisation. 2. Acceptance to the ATE 2015 NSW Familiarisation Program is subject to the discretion of Destination NSW. 3. Flight details are to be provided to DNSW and confirmed one month prior to the departure date of the selected itinerary. 4. The Familiarisation is only available to participating ATE buyers and it is not possible for partners or guests to accompany an accepted buyer. 5. You acknowledge that you have carefully read this document and fully understand its contents, and understand that it governs your participation in the Familiarisation Progam. For all Destination NSW ATE 2015 NSW Familiarisation enquiries contact [email protected]