<<

bBaliALI to kKoOmModoODO expedition voyage to the exotic isles

The Massachusetts Audubon Society is proud to present a to expedition voyage. June 1-16, 2013 www.massaudubon.org/travel • (800) 289-9504 cattered like a broken necklace across the Indian Ocean, Bali and the islands of Nusa Tenggara weave undisturbed reefs, Destination Highlights SS peerless cultural experiences and 10-million-year-old dragons Wildlife of : Komodo dragons, into an adventure like no other. Bali starlings and rich coral reefs are only part of what you’ll see. Since our Few places evoke the same lush, exotic imagery as the islands of Bali itinerary travels the Wallace Line, you and Komodo — part of an immense Indonesian archipelago that lies spot both Australian and Asian species. scattered across one-seventh of the Earth’s surface. The beauty of the islands is legendary, their biodiversity astounding, and the rich tapestry Superb Guides: Travel with renowned of their cultures and intermingling of religions help make this journey local naturalist Oswald Huma. to Indonesia aboard the 26-guest Sea Safari VII unforgettable. Step ashore and experience the thrill of seeing Komodo dragons that can Luxury Phinisi Expedition Ship: Enjoy live up to 60 years. Simply don a snorkel to discover the colorful world a private eight-night cruise aboard the Sea Safari VII. below the waves, an undersea fantasy of over 750 species of coral and 3,000 colorful fish species. Cultural Connection: Form a poignant connection to the culture of Indonesia Our eight-night private cruise aboard the Sea Safari VII allows you as you meet the Balinese people, visit ample time to explore the richest islands, including famous stops such sacred sites and stroll through markets. as Komodo, , Satonda and Lombok. But this extraordinary itinerary also includes some out of the way gems, such as Wera, where you’ll meet the local boat builders and enjoy privileged snorkeling opportunities. Long-tailed macaque From spotting primates and endangered birdlife to delving into Indonesia’s rich culture, IE’s Bali to Komodo journey is a true adventure.

Terraced rice farming

Wera

bali 2 komodo 4 1 island 3 Denpasar lombok arrive & depart Benoa Harbor island rinca island

Journey by Land Journey by ship

1 birds of the world 2 moyo undersesa 3 Living Dragons 4 off the beaten path plays host to Clear, warm water is home to an Komodo is home to the Few travellers stop at Wera, avian life from Indonesia, amazing world of coral, green world’s largest lizard, wild where you’ll meet the local Latin America and South turtles, porcupine fish, lionfish ponies, watter buffalo, Rvsa villagers and skilled boat Africa. and giant clams. deer and long-tailed macaques. builders.

Days 1-3 U.S. / Denpasar, Bali / We also journey to , Day 9 moyo island Moyo Island is Ubud Fly independently from venerated by the locals and perhaps surrounded by untouched coral reefs, the U.S. to Denpasar, crossing the the most photographed temple in ideal for snorkeling among white- International Date Line en route. Bali. Guests have the opportunity tipped reef sharks, blue-spotted sting Settle into the Kamandalu Resort to meet and interact with Balinese rays and tropical fish. Much of the and Spa, our home for four nights. people and experience some of their island is a game reserve, so we may (Meals Aloft) daily life. (Days 4 & 5: B,L,D Daily; observe , banteng or flying Day 6: B,L) foxes. (B,L,D) Days 4-6 ubud Spend three days exploring the area surrounding Ubud. Day 7 Embark Benoa Harbor / Day 10 Wera / banta Island In the town, take in the ancient sites, lombok island Embark the Sea Explore the small agricultural village of temples and craft centers. Travel to Safari VII and spend a relaxing Wera, meeting the farmers and boat the woodcarving village of Mas to afternoon cruising toward Lombok builders. Snorkel just off the coast see the island’s finest mask sculptors. Island. (B,L,D) of Komodo at Banta Island, where During our walk at the Sacred submerged sea bank attracts dogtooth Monkey Forest you are bound to Day 8 lombok island Head into tuna, Spanish mackerel and more. see troops of long-tailed macaques. the island’s scenic interior, passing Weather permitting, enjoy a peaceful Explore Petulu’s heron sanctuary lush green rice paddies as the local barbecue dinner on the beach. (B,L,D) and the Bali Bird Park, a lush tropical culture unfolds for our small group. garden filled with 250 species, Wander through the markets and Day 11 Rinca Island / Komodo including Bali starling, Asian pied temples. Stop at pottery and weaving Island Set out on a nature walk to hornbill and Javan kingfisher, which villages. Enjoy snorkeling this explore Rinca Island, one of the two we visit with a resident ornithologist. afternoon. (B,L,D) preserved habitats of the world’s Sacred temple of Tanah Lot

largest lizard, the . Day 13 Sumbawa Island: Bima Head Rinca is also home to crab-eating to the main port town of Bima, taking macaques, wild , deer, in its horse-drawn carts and colorful horses and pigs. This afternoon, markets. (B,L,D) journey to nearby emerald isles, and spend the afternoon searching Day 14 Satonda Island This small, for birdlife and snorkeling in one of uninhabited island is actually the top the world’s best locations. Sail to of an extinct volcano which erupted Komodo itself, where we anchor for in 1815, wiping out the Tamboran the night. (B,L,D) culture. A lakeside walk offers good birding and close-up views of fruit Bali mynah Day 12 komodo island Spend bats. There is ample time to swim or our morning on Komodo Island. snorkel. (B,L,D) During an ornithologist-guided On ranger-guided walks, observe excursion at the Bali Bird Park, be Komodo dragons and learn their Day 15 Benoa Harbor / Sanur on the look-out for Bali mynah or amazing story of survival. Individual Beach Disembark the Sea Safari VII Bali starling. One of the world’s Komodo dragons live over 60 years, in Benoa Harbor. Check into the Hotel rarest birds, the Bali starling was just discovered in 1911 and is the island’s but the species has been around for Sanur Beach for the night. (B,L) only surviving endemic species. 10 million years. Weighing up to 350 pounds, these fearsome hunters can Day 16 sanur / u.s. Board your bring down a variety of herbivores independent departure flight home. including barking deer, feral pigs Depending on your schedule, arrive and even wild horses. Set sail this home on Day 16 or 17. (B,Meals Aloft) afternoon for Bima. (B,L,D) Temple

Optional 3-Day Extension

Days 1-3 U.S. / Yogyakarta, temple and sent a Dutch engineer to translated as “Mountain of Fire.” Fly independently from the find and uncover the temple. It has The etymology of the name came U.S. to Yogyakarta, Java, crossing since been restored and it is now a from Meru-Api; from the Javanese the International Date Line en route. UNESCO World Heritage Site. Head combined words; Meru means Upon arrival, transfer to the Phoenix to , Indonesia’s largest “mountain” referring to mythical Hotel to spend the rest of the day at Hindu temple. Built in the 10th mountain of Gods in Hinduism, and leisure. (Meals Aloft) century, Prambanan is the largest api means “fire.” Smoke can be seen temple compound dedicated to emerging from the mountaintop Day 4 Yogyakarta: Borobudur & Shiva in Indonesia. Rising above the at least 300 days a year. After a Prambanan Explore two of center of the last of these concentric morning of hiking on the volcano, Indonesia’s most fascinating sites squares are three temples decorated enjoy lunch at the Losari coffee with a private archaeologist guide. with reliefs illustrating the epic of plantation. The rest of the day is at Borobudur rises out of the jungle of the Ramayana. These masterpieces leisure to explore Yogyakarta. (B,L) central Java and was built with over of Hindu architecture are locally two million cubic feet of stone. Built referred to as the Prambanan Temple Day 6 Yogyakarta / Ubud Fly from between 750 and 850 AD, the temple or Lorojonggrang Temple (Slender Yogyakarta to Bali and transfer to was forgotten and abandoned, Maiden). (B,L,D) Ubud. The rest of the day is at leisure hidden under layers of volcanic to enjoy the Kamandalu Resort and ash and jungle. In 1814, Sir Thomas Day 5 Yogyakarta: Merpati Spa as guests for the Bali to Komodo Stamford Raffles heard about the The name Merapi could be loosely tour arrive this evening. (B) expedition leader & Naturalist Guide Oswald Huma was born and raised in West Timor, Indonesia, and moved to to study small entrepreneurial management. Working in the tourism industry since 1986, Oswald began his career as the Operations Manager of a small local tour company and as an Expedition Leader for nature-focused groups. Oswald, an avid lifelong birder and nature lover, has an unmatched passion for wildlife. Highly sought after for his skills and enthusiasm, Oswald has led expeditions to islands never before visited by Westerners, including unexplored areas of , Timor, Sawu, West Papua, Java and , in Sea Safari VII addition to leading film crews into the islands to document the effects of whaling in the area. Oswald is proud of his culture and his country, a passion he happily shares with visitors.

16-Day Bali to Komodo Expedition Voyage June 1-16, 2013 Category 1 Double Occupancy . . .$6,498 Category 2 Double Occupancy . . . . . $6,998 Category 1 Single Occupancy . . . $8,096 Category 2 cabin Lounge — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Yogyakarta Extension Ship Details: Sea Safari VII May 29-June 3, 2013 Double Occupancy ...... $998 Single Occupancy ...... $1,496 ComeSun Deck aboard the 26-guest Sea Safari VII and appreciate the comfort and grace of a bygone era on one of Indonesia’s largest and most spacious Phinisi Plus in-country air: $250 expedition boats. Wake each morning to a delicious breakfast before setting In-country airfare is subject to change and must be purchased through International Expeditions. out to discover the mostBridge surprising islands you can imagine. The Sea Safari VII’s Lounge attentive 19-memberBar crew, plus our on-board expert naturalist guides, presides over a voyage that explores the remote corners of this beautiful archipelago. what’s included

Upper Deck Ship’s Registry: Indonesia Comprehensive Services of a Staff & Crew: 19 itinerary featuring local professional

202 204 Ship Length: 123 ft. authentic cultural Expedition Leader / Restaurant Kitchen Ship Width: 35 ft. interaction, luxury Naturalist and local 201 203 accommodations guides and in-depth Meals in local wildlife experiences Middle Deck restaurants to Expertly-led daily sample native wildlife excursions cuisine 102 104 106 108 Ornithologist- Soft drinks Engine 110 Crew Room 109 guided excursion included during 107 Sun Deck 101 103 105 at Bali Bird Park the cruise Private eight- Tips to porters, Lower Deck night cruise on a drivers, local Bridge

Lounge traditional Balinese guides and waiters Bar Cabin Sizes phisini ship for included meals Category 1: 120 sq. ft. Visits to local Transfers on Category 2: 144 sq ft. Upper Deck villages and markets group arrival and departure dates Accommodations pre- and post- 202 204 Restaurant Kitchen cruise in five-star resorts 201 203

Middle Deck

102 104 106 108

Engine 110 Crew Room 109 101 103 105 107

Lower Deck Mass Audubon

RESERVATION CERTIFICATE

A deposit of $600, plus $150 if an extension is chosen, per person is required. Deposits may be made by check or credit card. I wish to make my deposit by check ___; *credit card ___. If by check, make payable to International Expeditions and mail to: Massachusetts Audubon Society Karen O’Neill 208 South Great Road Lincoln, Massachusetts 01773 800-289-9504

PROGRAM: Bali to Komodo Departure Date June 1 – 16, 2013 Pre-Yogyakarta Extension (departs May 29, 2013) Yes:____ No:____ Name (Print full name as it appears on passport for each traveler.) Name Address City State Zip Code Phone (H) (W) e-mail Fax

ACCOMMODATIONS Cabin: 1st Choice ______2nd Choice ______Are you a smoker? Yes ___ No ___ Name of person with whom you wish to room Assign roommate. Yes ___ No ___ (singles are limited and are allowed in Category 1)

DIETARY REQUIREMENTS Regular ___ Vegetarian ___

AIR TRANSPORTATION International Expeditions can assist you with your domestic and / or air reservations. Please indicate below the airline reservations you would like us to assist you with.

Please make my domestic air reservations from ______to Bali. If you are making your own airline arrangements you need to be in Bali on June 3rd and depart the evening of June 15th or the morning of June 16th. If you are taking the extension you need to arrive in Java on May 31st. *CREDIT CARD INFORMATION (for deposit, airlines and final payment. Final payment will automatically be charged at 90 days prior to departure) If booking within 91 days prior to departure full payment is due at that time. Credit Card Name Credit Card # ______Expiration ______*Note: If your deposit is paid by credit card, the final payment will automatically be charged to the same credit card on the appropriate due date. The Final Payment Form, which will be mailed with your confirmation package will need to be returned.

I acknowledge the receipt of the Certificate of Insurance. I have also received, read and accept the Customer Agreement terms and understand the cancellation clause. I would like to make reservations for the person(s) listed above in accordance with the enclosed deposit. Each participant must sign this waiver.

Date Signature(s)

Date Signature(s) CUSTOMER AGREEMENT THIS DOCUMENT CREATES A CONTRACTUAL RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INTERNATIONAL EXPEDITIONS OR MASS AUDUBON AND YOU, THE “CUSTOMER.” AFTER READING THIS ENTIRE CUSTOMER AGREEMENT (THE “AGREEMENT”), IN ORDER FOR YOUR TRAVEL OR VACATION PACKAGE (“TOUR”, “JOURNEY” OR “EXPEDITION”) RESERVATION TO BE COMPLETED, YOU MUST INDICATE YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOUND IN THIS AGREEMENT, EITHER BY ACCEPTING THEM “ON-LINE” OR BY SIGNING AND RETURNING YOUR FINAL PAYMENT FORM.

1. The cost of our travel programs includes: 9. Our Published Rates: Expedition prices are based on current rates of exchange at • Services of International Expeditions or Mass Audubon for complete pre-departure the time of publishing of catalog. Changes in tour rates are rare, and caused by information to help you get the most out of your expedition. extraordinary circumstances outside International Expeditions’ or Mass Audubon’s • All scheduled transportation during the expedition unless otherwise specified. control. In the rare event that a tour rate should increase, cancellation is allowed • Expedition Leader from the time of arrival in Bali and throughout the voyage. without penalty. All prices are per person, based on double occupancy. All prices and • Professional local bilingual naturalist guide on some excursions. airfares are subject to change. • Local guide on the extension. • All meals as stated in the itinerary. 10. Schedule of mail-outs: On receipt of your reservation, you will be mailed a • Soft drinks on the cruise. confirmation package. A final packet of information is mailed 21-30 days prior to • Bottled water on excursions, transfers and in all hotels. departure, with airline tickets, final itinerary, guest list, name tag and passport holder. • All transfers and luggage handling on schedule arrival and departure dates. Final packets are not mailed until all payments, liability forms and a signed copy of • All excursions as outlined in the itinerary. these terms and conditions are received.

2. Items not included in our travel programs: 11. Travel Documents/Vaccinations: Customers must be in possession of valid • All airfares, including in-country airfares. passports and any visas, permits and certificates required for the whole of their journey • Transfers & luggage handling unless taking the group flights. or expedition and shall arrange such vaccinations as are normally recommended for • Travel Protection Plan. the countries through which they intend to travel. Information as to these matters and • Fees for passports and visas. as to climate, clothing, baggage, gear, and similar matters is given in good faith but • U.S. and foreign airport departure taxes. without responsibility on the part of International Expeditions or Mass Audubon. • Tips to Expedition Leader, guides and boat crew on the main expedition and guide/driver on the extension. 12. The USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program: International • Items of a personal nature, such as laundry, phone calls, alcoholic beverages, bottled Expeditions share the coverage available under the USTOA $1 Million Travelers water, soft drinks, camera fees, etc. Assistance Program with affiliates of First Choice Expeditions who, as active • Ticketing fees for air tickets. members of the USTOA, are required to post a $1 Million letter of credit with the • Ship or air fuel surcharges. Air and ship fuel charges may be assessed prior to final USTOA. This amount is to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and payment. conditions of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program, the advance payments of International Expeditions customers in the unlikely event of First Choice Expeditions 3. Single Travelers: Singles are limited and are available on a request basis. Singles bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, you should understand that are only allowed in Category 1. the $1 Million letter of credit posted by First Choice Expeditions may be sufficient to provide only a partial recovery of the advance payments received by International 4. Deposits: Deposits are due at the time of reservation. The deposit amount is $600 Expeditions . Complete details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program and a list per person for all programs. An additional deposit of $150 per person is required for the of affiliates may be obtained by writing to USTOA at 275 Madison Avenue, Suite extension. If booking within 91 days prior to departure full payment is due at that time. 2014, New York, New York 10016, or by email to [email protected] or by visiting its website at www.USTOA.com. 5. Final Payments: Final payment is due 90 days prior to departure. If you book the trip 90 – 0 days prior to departure full payment is due at that time. A Final Payment 13. California Seller of Travel Program: Please be advised California has Form must be received authorizing payments. established a Travel Consumer Restitution Fund. It does not cover non-California residents, and even in the case of California residents, does not cover any foreign 6. Cancellation Fees: travel where the foreign “providers of transportation of travel services” are not in • $175 from the time of booking to 90 days prior to departure. compliance with the seller of travel law (compliance being defined as: registered as a • 50% of the full program cost from 89 to 61 days prior to departure seller of travel in California and a participant in the travel Consumer Restitution fund). • 100% of the full program cost from 60 to 0 days prior to departure. Thus, none of the journeys in this brochure qualify and by law you are required to be advised that you would not be eligible to make any claim from that fund in the All cancellations must be in writing. unlikely event of default by International Expeditions, First Choice Expeditions or any of our foreign suppliers. California Seller of Travel registration #2045230-50. 7. Cancellation by International Expeditions/Mass Audubon: If a journey is Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. canceled by International Expeditions or Mass Audubon because of extraordinary conditions, all monies paid to International Expeditions or Mass Audubon will be 14. Limits on International Expeditions’ and Mass Audubon’s responsibilities: refunded in full. International Expeditions and Mass Audubon cannot accept International Expeditions, Mass Audubon and their affiliates, owners, officers, agents, responsibility for any other expenses incurred for preparing for the journey, including employees, contractors and subcontractors (hereafter in this paragraph “International non-refundable airline tickets not purchased through International Expeditions or Mass Expeditions/Mass Audubon”) purchase transportation, hotel accommodations, Audubon. restaurant services and other services from various independent suppliers that are not subject to its control. Neither International Expeditions/Mass Audubon, nor any 8. International Expeditions/Mass Audubon Air Arrangements: Booking your air associate organization, agent, employee, contractor or subcontractor shall be held with International Expeditions offers many advantages, from special fares to lenient liable for any act, default, injury (including death), loss, expense, damage, deviation, change and refund policies. We can schedule the most convenient flight times for the delay, curtailment or inconvenience caused to or suffered by any person or their start of your journey, booking your return flight home with your scheduling preferences property, howsoever arising, which may occur or be incurred by any organization or in mind. We will work with you to offer the best fares and most suitable schedules. Note person, even though such act, default, injury, loss, expense, damage, deviation, delay, that International Expeditions and Mass Audubon cannot be held liable, assume curtailment or inconvenience may have been caused or contributed to: (a) by the act, responsibility, or accept claims with regard to seat assignments, flight changes, neglect or default of International Expeditions, Mass Audubon, owners, officers, cancellations or any loss or damages which may be incurred when using the services of agents, employees, contractors and subcontractors, or of any persons for whose acts it airlines. Tickets will be mailed with final tour documents. There is a modest ticketing would otherwise be responsible, or (b) defects or failures of any aircraft, vessel, fee on tickets we issue. automotive vehicle or other equipment or instrumentality under the control of independent suppliers. In addition, International Expeditions and Mass Audubon will not be liable for delays in departure or interruption of your vacation arrangements caused by weather conditions, technical problems of any aircraft, vessel, automotive 20. Exclusivity: Except as otherwise expressly provided to the contrary, the rights vehicle or other equipment or instrumentality, strikes, war, terrorist activity, civil herein granted and this Agreement are for the benefit of the parties hereto. The terms commotion or any causes beyond the control of International Expeditions or Mass and conditions of this Agreement shall be exclusive of any advertising, marketing or Audubon. The right is reserved to substitute accommodations or modes of transportation other sales literature or activities of International Expeditions or Mass Audubon and and to make any changes in the itinerary where deemed necessary or caused by changes nothing contained in any of such materials shall be construed to create any rights as a in air schedules. On expeditions of this type it is not possible to accommodate persons result of or in connection with this Agreement. with severe health problems or physical disabilities. It is the guest’s responsibility to judge the appropriateness of these travel activities to his or her physical capabilities. 21. Acknowledgment of Risk: You understand and acknowledge that your travel in International Expeditions and Mass Audubon take no responsibility for special connection with and participation in the travel package arranged at your request by arrangements or problems incurred by guests physically unable to participate in the International Expeditions or Mass Audubon may involve risk and potential exposure to planned activities. No refund can be made for absence from the tour unless injury and possibly death. You also realize and acknowledge that risk and dangers may arrangements are made at the time of booking. The right is reserved to decline to accept be caused by the negligence of the owners, directors, employees, contractors, or retain any person as a tour member for any reason, which affects the operation of the subcontractors, officers or agents of International Expeditions or Mass Audubon or the tour or the rights and welfare or enjoyment of the other tour members. International negligence or participation of other participants, contractors and/or subcontractors to Expeditions and Mass Audubon will not discriminate against any individual because of International Expeditions or Mass Audubon. You also recognize and acknowledge that race, sex, creed or nationality. In no event will International Expeditions or Mass risk and dangers may arise from foreseeable and unforeseeable causes, including Audubon be responsible for incidental, consequential or special damage or loss suffered weather and other acts of nature. You fully understand and acknowledge that the by any person. International Expeditions’ and Mass Audubon’s maximum liability, for aforementioned risks, dangers and hazards are a potential in connection with any reason whatsoever, will be limited to the amount paid to International Expeditions recreational activities which may take place during your journey. or Mass Audubon for its services. In issuing tickets and coupons for transportation of the purchaser by any means and making arrangements for hotel or other 22. Express assumption of risk and responsibility: In recognition of the inherent accommodation, International Expeditions and Mass Audubon are not acting as risk of the travels and related activities in which you are intending to engage, you principal but only as agent for the companies, corporations or persons providing or confirm that you are physically and mentally capable of participating in the activity, offering the means of transportation and accommodation. To the extent International that you are willingly and knowingly electing to participate in this vacation package in Expeditions and Mass Audubon shall not be acting as an agent, as stated above, it shall spite of the potential risk of danger, and you willingly and voluntarily assume full be deemed to be acting as an agent of the purchasers in arranging or booking responsibility for any injury, loss or damage suffered by you or caused by you, transportation and accommodation. International Expeditions and Mass Audubon whether caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the owners, directors, agents, reserve the right to take photographic or film records of any trip or guest, and may use officers, employees, contractors or subcontractors of International Expeditions or Mass any record for promotional and/or commercial purposes. Audubon.

15. Arbitration: Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this Agreement 23. Release of liability: IN CONSIDERATION OF THE SERVICES AND or the performance there under, including without limitation any claim related to bodily ARRANGEMENTS PROVIDED BY INTERNATIONAL EXPEDITIONS, MASS injury, property damage or death, shall be settled by binding arbitration in Atlanta, AUDUBON, YOU, FOR YOURSELF AND FOR YOUR HEIRS, PERSONAL Georgia in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association then REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, DO HEREBY RELEASE, WAIVE, existing, and judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court having DISCHARGE, HOLD HARMLESS AND AGREE TO INDEMNIFY jurisdiction over the subject matter of the controversy. This agreement to arbitrate does INTERNATIONAL EXPEDITIONS, AND ITS OWNERS, OFFICERS, not waive or modify the liability release contained in this document. DIRECTORS, AGENTS, CONTRACTORS, SUBCONTRACTORS AND EMPLOYEES FROM ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, ACTIONS, OR LOSSES FOR 16. Waiver of jury trial: IN CONNECTION WITH ANY ACTION OR LEGAL BODILY INJURY, DEATH, PROPERTY DAMAGE, LOSS OF SERVICES, LOST PROCEEDING ARISING OUT OF THIS AGREEMENT, THE PARTIES HEREBY PROFITS, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, INDIRECT OR PUNITIVE SPECIFICALLY AND KNOWINGLY WAIVE ANY RIGHTS THAT EITHER DAMAGES OR OTHERWISE WHICH MAY ARISE OUT OF OR OCCUR PARTY MIGHT HAVE TO DEMAND A JURY TRIAL. DURING YOUR TRAVEL IN CONNECTION WITH THE SCHEDULED TRAVEL PACKAGE AND ANY ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED IN CONJUNCTION 17. Exclusive Governing Law and Jurisdiction: THIS AGREEMENT AND ANY THEREWITH. ACTIONS AND PROCEEDINGS BROUGHT HEREUNDER SHALL BE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE, WITHOUT 24. Express waiver of any right to seek consequential, punitive or exemplary REGARD TO CONFLICTS OF LAWS PRINCIPLES. IF THE RIGHT TO SEEK damages: Regardless of the situation or circumstances giving rise to a claim, you ARBITRATION IS FOR ANY REASON WAIVED BY BOTH PARTIES, OR IF waive any right to seek consequential, punitive or exemplary damages against JUDICIAL REVIEW OF ANY ARBITRATION DECISION IS SOUGHT, ANY International Expeditions, Mass Audubon., their owners, officers, directors, agents, ACTION OR LEGAL PROCEEDING TO ENFORCE ANY PROVISION HEREOF, contractors, subcontractors and employees, for any reason whatsoever. OR BASED ON ANY RIGHT ARISING OUT OF, THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE BROUGHT EXCLUSIVELY IN THE COURTS OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE, In consideration of participating in my expedition, my signature on my Reservation OR, IF IT HAS OR CAN ACQUIRE JURISDICTION, IN THE UNITED STATES Form from International Expeditions or Massachusetts Audubon Society, and/or DISTRICT COURT FOR THE STATE OF DELAWARE, AND ALL OF THE Final Payment Form and/or if you book the trip from the Massachusetts PARTIES HERETO HEREBY CONSENT TO THE EXCLUSIVE JURISDICTION Audubon Society’s website indicates that I have, on the date shown, read and OF SUCH COURTS AND OF THE APPROPRIATE APPELLATE COURTS IN ANY understood this document and I acknowledge that it affects my legal rights and agree SUCH ACTION OR LEGAL PROCEEDING AND WAIVE ANY OBJECTION TO to be bound by its terms. My signature also signifies my intention to relieve and VENUE OR JURISDICTION IN CONNECTION THEREWITH indemnify International Expeditions, Mass Audubon, their owners, officers, directors, employees, agents, contractors and subcontractors from any liability for personal 18. Severability: The invalidity or unenforceability of any part of this Agreement, or injury, property damage or wrongful death which I might suffer during my the invalidity of its application to a specific situation or circumstance, shall not affect participation in the scheduled expedition. the validity of the remainder of this Agreement, or its application to other situations or circumstances. Any provision of this Agreement held invalid or unenforceable only in part or degree will remain in full force and effect to the extent not held invalid or unenforceable.

19. Waiver: Any failure by either party at any time, or from time to time, to enforce or to require the strict keeping and performance of any of the terms or conditions of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any such terms or conditions and shall not affect or impair such terms and conditions in any way or the right of such party at any time to avail itself of such remedies as it has for the breach or breaches of such terms and conditions.

bBBaliALIALI tototo kKKoOOmMModoODOODO expedition voyage to the exotic isles

For more information or to make a reservation contact:

Massachusetts Audubon Society Karen O’Neill 208 South Great Road Lincoln, Massachusetts 01773

(800) 289-9504 or (781) 259-2166 [email protected]