2017 MELBOURNE CUP CARNIVAL

3 Night Packages from $949pp TWIN/DOUBLE SHARE (FLIGHTS ADDITIONAL) 157th MELBOURNE CUP CARNIVAL 2017

‘The celebration that stops a nation™’

As the world looks on, Australia’s signature race day explodes with colour, action, excitement and celebration on Emirates Melbourne Cup Day. Trainers from around the world set their sights on the Emirates Melbourne Cup, a race widely considered to be the best staying handicap in the world. Over 3200 metres, the Emirates Melbourne Cup offers the richest prize in Australian sport and a 18ct solid gold trophy valued at $175,000. With such significant international standing, the anticipation of history in the making creates the electric atmosphere that is ‘the race that stops a nation’.™ This iconic day is a heady mix of revelry, spectacular racing and fashion, and exquisite hospitality and entertainment, making it an unmissable sporting and cultural event.

A sparkling extra Come along and meet your fellow travellers and experience an exclusive afternoon tea as a part of your GO Holidays package. This event is being held on Monday 06 November, the day prior to Emirates Melbourne Cup Day.

Afternoon tea at Mural Hall, top floor Myer Department Store Mural Hall is called so because of the impressive collection of 8 original murals displaying influential figures from the arts, opera, literature, dance and fashion.

On arrival you will be served a glass of sparkling wine before being led to the Grand Hall where the afternoon will start with a selection of savoury and sweet items. We have also included a few glasses of sparkling wine for your enjoyment, or a cash bar is provided if you fancy anything else. There will be tea and coffee served throughout the afternoon.

Along with meeting your tour hosts and special guests, you will also receive your Race Book and Melbourne Cup souvenir Pin & Pen. Emirates Melbourne Cup Package • 3 nights accommodation (05-08 Nov 17) • Transfer from your hotel to Flemington Racecourse on Emirates Melbourne Cup Day (07 Nov 17) • Emirates Melbourne Cup Day, Lawn Stand seating (07 Nov 17) • Afternoon tea with special guests, Race Book, Melbourne Cup souvenir Pin & Pen • Tour Hosts

Mantra 100 Exhibition Causeway Inn on the Mall Causeway 353 Hotel ★★★★ ★★★ ★★★★ In the heart of Melbourne’s cosmopolitan CBD Boasting a central city location on Bourke Street Mall, Situated on Little Collins Street, within a few minutes surrounded by famous boutiques, theatres and opposite the GPO shopping complex and Myer walk to retail icons Myer and David Jones department restaurants. Department Store. stores.

ROOM TYPE TWIN SINGLE TRIPLE QUAD

One Bedroom Apartment $949 $1329 - - ROOM TYPE TWIN SINGLE ROOM TYPE TWIN SINGLE Two Bedroom Apartment $1139 - $955 $859 Guest Room $999 $1419 Deluxe Room $1045 $1515 Note: One Bedroom Apartment is based on Double Share BONUS: Includes Continental Breakfast BONUS: Includes Continental Breakfast

Mantra on Russell Sofitel Melbourne on Collins Novotel Melbourne on Collins ★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★ Located within walking distance of Melbourne’s famous Located at the Paris end of Collins Street in close Be immersed in Melbourne’s culture, all within walking entertainment district, Chinatown and leading tourist proximity to the city’s theatre, restaurant, luxury retail distance of this centrally located hotel. attractions. and sporting precincts.

ROOM TYPE TWIN SINGLE TRIPLE QUAD ROOM TYPE TWIN SINGLE Studio $1035 $1489 - - ROOM TYPE TWIN SINGLE Deluxe King Room $1225 $1875 One Bedroom Apartment $1099 $1619 - - Classic King Room $1205 $1829 Executuve Queen Room $1309 $2039 Two Bedroom Apartment $1305 - $1065 $949 Note: One Bedroom Apartment is based on Double Share Note: Room is based on Double Share Note: Based on King or Queen Bed

Race schedule

Saturday 04 November Thursday 09 November AAMI Victoria Derby Day VRC Oaks Day

Tuesday 07 November Saturday 11 November Emirates Melbourne Cup Day Emirates Stakes Day

The Precinct Located in a prime trackside position and offering stunning views of the races, The Precinct is positioned at the east end of the Flemington front lawn, next to the Birdcage and the Rails, right in the middle of the action. For true party-goers, the electric atmosphere and people watching all around you is nearly as exciting as the races themselves. The Precinct offers a selection of take-away and gourmet style food & beverages for purchase, entertainment between races, betting facilities and bookmaker, outdoor seating (limited) and market umbrellas. Includes: • Admission to the Precinct & general public areas • Racebook for each guest • AUD15.00 food voucher to be used within the Precinct • Melbourne Cup Carnival souvenir pen • Pin and Win Emirates Melbourne Cup pin Package pricing available 208mm FLAP PAGE

The Carnival Package Extend your stay with a 7 night Carnival Package and attend AAMI Victoria Derby Day, Emirates Melbourne Cup Day and VRC Oaks Day. This allows extra time in Melbourne for shopping, dining or even a show at one of Melbourne’s many theatres. Package Includes: • 7 nights accommodation (03 – 10 Nov 17) • Transfer from your hotel to Flemington Racecourse on Emirates Melbourne Cup Day (07 Nov 17) • AAMI Victoria Derby Day (04 Nov 17), Emirates Melbourne Cup Day (07 Nov 17) and VRC Oaks Day (09 Nov 17), Lawn Stand seating • Afternoon tea with special guests, Race Book, Melbourne Cup souvenir Pin & Pen • Tour Hosts

Mantra on Russell HHHH Mantra on Russell is within close proximity to all of Melbourne’s premium attractions including boutique shopping, famous eat streets and a superb array of cafes and bars, theatres, sporting venues and cultural experiences. Mantra on Russell is ideally positioned and styled to offer contemporary accommodation in the heart of Melbourne.

Studio Room From $1749 per person / twin share 208mm FLAP PAGE

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Saintly Place Home Straight Enclosure Makybe Diva® Marquee (formerly The Undercroft) This marquee and enclosure is ideally located in the Whether you are looking to entertain guests or are dining ® Saintly Place is located under the Hill Stand and is centre of the track. You can relax in the garden and view with friends and family, the Makybe Diva Marquee indoors, behind glass and air-conditioned. Please note the races on the superscreen or walk just metres from the offers racegoers a prime location to soak up the festive patrons in the Saintly Place may need to stand in order to enclosure to watch the racing action from your elevated atmosphere. Relax in this fabulously themed marquee or view the races. viewing platform. Between races a live band will provide enjoy the beautiful outdoor entertaining area overlooking entertainment during the afternoon. Round tables of 10 the track. Round tables of 10 and limited numbers of Package Includes: and limited numbers of 12 are available. 12 are available. • Covered Seat Please note:Tables for few numbers will share. The standard dress requirement Please note: Tables for fewer numbers will share. The standard dress is racewear for ladies and jacket & tie for gentlemen. requirement is racewear for ladies and jacket & tie for gentlemen. Upgrade from $15 per person Package includes: Package includes: • Racecourse admission and Racebook for each guest • Racecourse admission for each guest • Morning tea (Emirates Melbourne Cup Day only) • Racebook for each guest Hill Stand Seating • Superb three-course plated lunch served to the table • Canapes on arrival, two course buffet lunch & mini • Afternoon tea Grandstand seating located opposite the Winning Post desserts • Drink waiter service to the table inclusive of selected with spectacular views of the Racecourse. The • Afternoon tea Australian red and white wines, sparkling wine, light and Hill Stand seating area is covered (some areas subject • Beverage package includes beer, wine, sparkling wine heavy beer, soft drinks, mineral water and orange juice to weather conditions). and soft drinks • Cash bar for spirits and imported beverages Package includes: • Access to a private garden area • Espresso cart available throughout the day • Live band on stage • Hill Stand Seating on Emirates Melbourne Cup Day • Access to a seat in a reserved section of the Lawn Stand • Access to private betting facilities & bookmaker • Hill Stand Seating on VRC Oaks Day • Melbourne Cup Carnival souvenir pen for each guest • Outdoor furniture with market umbrellas Please note the Hill Stand ticket is only available for purchase as a 2 day ticket • Access to private betting facilities & bookmaker (Emirates Melbourne Cup Day and VRC Oaks Day) • Elevated viewing platform to watch all races • Pamper lounge services Upgrade from $165 per person Upgrade from $715 per person Upgrade from $1119 per person

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Experience Melbourne

Bargains & Bubbles Tour Colonial Tramcar Restaurant Enjoy a relaxed and fun day of discount retail therapy without the worry of carrying bags Dining in Melbourne can be a fabulous experience, especially aboard the fleet of or finding directions. This Melbourne shopping tour explores back-street warehouses, historical trams that have become The Colonial Tramcar Restaurant. These glossy, burgundy one-off sales and discount shopping streets such as Swan St, Bridge Rd and Smith St. restaurants on wheels are the first travelling tramcar restaurants in the world and ensure Discover Melbourne’s famous discount outlets, accessories, bag delightful innovative approach to dining. You can dine in absolute luxury as the city’s parks, & shoe shops and hard-to-find warehouse sales. monuments, streetscapes and people roll by. Enjoy fine cuisine and quality Australian wines or make a selection from the bar at a fully inclusive price.

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Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Tour Yarra Valley Gourmet Tour Enjoy a guided tour of the Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Park to meet with kangaroos, koalas, The Yarra Valley is a world-renowned wine growing region & this tour provides a fine wallabies, emus and many more native animals. Experience the rugged rocky outcrops blend of the very best of the region’s wines and other gourmet produce. Enjoy a palate- of the Nobbies before heading to Summerland Beach for the highlight of the show – the cleansing fruit experience before our first wine tasting at iconic De Bortoli Winery. internationally renowned Penguin Parade. Includes return transfers from Melbourne city Sample a range of cheeses at Yarra Valley Dairy before enjoying a mini-degustation lunch accommodation. at Rochford Wines. Taste a range of chocolates at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & visit Coombe – The Melba Estate.

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BOOKING CONDITIONS: Trade Enquiries via GO Holidays. It is our policy to YOUR HELLOWORLD TRAVEL PREFERRED AGENT: try to present the true cost of our Holidays inclusive of all government costs and taxes. Please accept however that these taxes are not within our control. Therefore should a tax increase, we reserve the right to pass on any increase in cost. All prices are per person in New Zealand dollars, correct as at 22 March 2017 and are subject to availability at the time of booking. GO Holidays reserves the right to adjust the package without warning due to the increase in ticket prices and currency fluctuations. A non-refundable deposit of $400 per person will be required at the time of booking plus any ticket upgrades. Reservations cannot be guaranteed without this. Final non-refundable balance of payment is due no later than 25 August In store helloworld.co.nz 2017. All bookings confirmed after this date will require full non-refundable payment CONNECT no later than 3 days after confirmation. Full booking conditions are shown in our 0800 80 84 80 WITH US 2017/2018 GO Holidays brochures. Documents will be dispatched approximately 10 days prior to travel. GO Holidays purchase tickets through the official ticketing source, the Victoria Racing Club (VRC) and we cannot accept liability for the standard, location or comfort of the seats supplied to us by the VRC. 16267HLO