qm2 & africa 2013

HOSTED FLY/CRUISE/TOUR PACKAGES TO AFRICAWITH THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS OCEAN LINER – QUEEN MARY 2®

March – April 2013

LUXURY CRUISE TOURS FEATURING WILDLIFE SAFARIS, VICTORIA FALLS & CAPE TOWN

Cruise with the Experts

THE PRIDE OF

AFRICA& QUEEN MARY 2

Welcome - or ‘dumelang’ as they say in the Sesotholanguage of southern Africa – to our exciting 2013program of luxury hosted cruise tours that showcase theheart and soul of amazing Africa.

In March 2013 we will offer four, value-for-money fly, tourand cruise itineraries in Africa from 17 to 31 nights to suitall tastes and budgets. Escorted by Cruise Express, ourexclusive, all-inclusive trips embrace iconic drawcardssuch as thundering Victoria Falls, beautiful Cape Town,fascinating Zulu villages, deluxe safari lodges and the wildanimal kingdom of famous Kruger National Park.

No matter which tour you choose, you’ll cruise fromAustralia to South Africa aboard the grandest liner afloat –

Cunard’s regal Queen Mary 2. Aboard this mighty ship youcan relive the golden age of ocean travel as you prepare foryour African adventure.

Escorted tours are the easiest, safest and most affordableway to take in the majesty of the world’s wildest continent.Friendly local guides and Cruise Express tour directors willaccompany you to ensure your African journey is carefreeand enjoyable – a cherished holiday you’ll always talkabout.

We look forward to hosting you in Africa in 2013.

‘Tsamaya Hantle’ – or Bon Voyage from the Cruise

Express team

African Cruise Tour Safaris

Red Carpet Escorted Cruise Tours to Africa on Queen Mary 2®

17 - 31 nights – March to April 2013

CRUISE QUEEN MARY 2 FROM AUSTRALIA TO AFRICA

April 2013Tue 02 Mauritius Full dayWed 03-Fri 05 At seaSat 06 Durban, South Africa Full daySun 07 At seaMon 08 Port Elizabeth, South Africa Full dayTue 09 Cape Town, South Africa Part dayWed 10 Cape Town, South Africa (Disembark)

March 2013Tue 19 Sydney Wed 20 At seaThu 21 Melbourne Full dayFri 22 At seaSat 23 Adelaide Full daySun 24-Mon 25 At seaTue 26 Perth (Fremantle) Full dayWed 27-Mon 01 At sea

This cruise itinerary is included in all packages. 2

YOUR CRUISE ITINERARY

PACKAGES INCLUDE

DISCOUNTED QUEEN MARY 2

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FOR DETAILS

• 16-23 nights cruising onboard Queen Mary 2 in selected stateroom category

• 5 star personalised Cunard White Star ServiceTM

• All meals of the finest cuisine onboard QM2• 24 hour complimentary room service onboard QM2• World class entertainment in the Royal Court Theatre onboard QM2• Port charges & government taxes• Economy class flights with Qantas/South African Airways

incl taxes• The services of a professional Cruise Express Escort onboard QM2 • Cruise Express souvenir lanyard and cap or visor

Not included• Visas if required, tips and gratuities, transfers, beverages and items

of a personal nature.

INCLUSIONS

Fly/Cruise to Cape TownTailor your own African Adventure

A voyage aboard the majestic Queen Mary 2 is an experience without equal. Thisiconic ‘royal’ draws attention wherever she goes and now it’s your turn to experienceher grandeur and extravagance, including her glorious, chandeliered ballroom, vastopen decks, black-tie soirees and high tea served by white-gloved waiters. If time isshort or you’d like to tailor your own post-cruise itinerary, our fly/cruise only packageincludes your voyage from one of four Australian ports to Cape Town - including onenight docked in Cape Town – and your flight back home on your date of choice(seasonal surcharges may apply). QM2 sails from Sydney March 19, Melbourne, March 21, Adelaide, March 23, and Perth, March 26, 2013.

17-24NIGHTS

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SPOIL YOURSELF & UPGRADETO BUSINESS CLASS

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Inside (D1-D8) Approximately 159 sq. ft. (15m2)Two beds and shower

Oceanview (C1-C4#) Approximately 159 sq. ft. (15m2)Two beds, shower and living area. (#C3 & C4 have portholes)

Club Balcony & Deluxe Balcony (AA-A4†) Approximately 248 sq. ft. (23m2)Two beds, shower, living area and balcony.

INCLUSIONS

YOUR HOLIDAY ITINERARY

March 2013Cruise Queen Mary 2 – Australia to Africa (refer page 2 for full details)

April 2013Tue 09 – Queen Mary 2 docks in Cape TownArrive in Cape Town late afternoon, enjoy some private exploration time beforedining for the last time on QM2. (BLD) (overnight onboard QM2)

Wed 10 – Disembark Queen Mary 2 in Cape TownWhilst your luggage is whisked to the hotel we will explore the great sights ofCape Town. Take the cable car to Table Mountain, then join us on a winelandstour including Stellenbosch before returning to our hotel for check in. (BL)

Thu 11 – Cape TownThe famous Cape of Good Hope awaits us. Not far from where the Indian Oceanmeets the Atlantic, we enjoy lunch by the beach side. Visit Boulders Beach withit’s penguin colony and the world-famous Kirstenbosch Gardens – a botanicaldelight. Gala Dinner. (BLD)

Fri 12 – Day at leisure in Cape TownEnjoy a relaxing day, with time to explore. Perhaps visit Robben Island whereNelson Mandela was incarcerated. (B)

Sat 13 – Depart Cape TownAfter a leisurely morning join your flight back home to Australia. (B)

Sun 14 – Arrive Australia

19-26NIGHTS

• Cruise to Africa on QM2 incl port charges (refer page 2)

• 3 nights on the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town incl breakfast daily & 1 dinner

• Full day Cape Town, Table Mountain and Winelands tour incl lunch• Full day Cape Peninsula and Kirstenbosch Gardens tour incl lunch• Group transfers throughout• Economy class flights with Qantas/South African Airways incl air taxes

Taste of AfricaQueen Mary 2 & 4 nights Cape TownAfter your voyage to South Africa aboard the incomparable Queen Mary 2,discover the beauty of Cape Town and the surrounding area during your four-night stay, including the first night spent aboard QM2 docked in thispicture-postcard city. Included in this package is a comprehensive citysightseeing tour and a trip up spectacular Table Mountain. We visit historicStellenbosch and the historic heart of the country’s wine lands, with lunch andwine tasting included. You’ll also visit the famous Cape of Good Hope where theIndian and Atlantic oceans meet.

QM2 sails from Sydney March 19, Melbourne, March 21, Adelaide, March 23, and Perth,March 26, 2013.

Discoverer 3-4 Star Connoisseur 4-5 StarPortswood Hotel, Cape Town Table Bay Hotel, Cape Town

B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

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African EncounterQueen Mary 2, 4 nights Cape Town & 2 night Kruger SafariAfter our voyage aboard QM2 to South Africa, we spend four nights in Cape Town(including one onboard QM2) to explore the area before heading out on safari tothe spectacular Sabi Sands Game Reserve adjacent to the world-renowned KrugerNational Park where two exciting days of game drives and a stay at a luxury, privatelodge await you. Your accommodation is nestled on the banks of the Sabi Riverwhich divides Sabi Sands Game Reserve and the Kruger National Park. We thenfly home via Johannesburg after an African encounter you will long remember.

QM2 sails from Sydney March 19, Melbourne, March 21, Adelaide, March 23, and Perth, March 26, 2013.

Discoverer 3-4 Star Connoisseur 4-5 StarPortswood Hotel, Cape Town Table Bay Hotel, Cape TownNottens Camp Lodge or similar Lion Sands Private Game LodgeGreater Kruger National Park Greater Kruger National Park

INCLUSIONSYOUR HOLIDAY ITINERARY

• Cruise to Africa on QM2 incl port charges (refer page 2)• 3 nights on the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town incl breakfast daily & 1 dinner• Full day Cape Town, Table Mountain and Winelands tour incl lunch• Full day Cape Peninsula and Kirstenbosch Gardens tour incl lunch• 2 nights in private lodges on a full board basis (beverages incl for

Connoisseur class only) • Game drives in open 4WD vehicles • Group transfers throughout• Economy class flights with Qantas/South African Airways incl air taxes

21-28NIGHTS




Wed 10 – Disembark Queen Mary 2 in Cape TownWhilst our luggage is whisked to the hotel we will explore the great sights ofCape Town. Take the cable car to Table Mountain, then join us on a winelandstour including Stellenbosch before returning to our hotel for check in. (BL)


Fri 12 – Day at leisure in Cape TownEnjoy a relaxing day, with time to explore. Perhaps visit Robben Island whereNelson Mandela was incarcerated. (B)

Sat 13 – Cape Town – Kruger National ParkWe transfer to Cape Town airport for our flight to Nelspruit/Kruger National Park.On arrival we will be transferred to the Sabi Sands Game Reserve. Head out onan exciting game drive. (BLD)

Sun 14 – Kruger National ParkA full day in Africa’s animal kingdom lies ahead. Enjoy two game drives in 4WDvehicles. A traditional “Boma” style dinner with local entertainment will truly beanother highlight of the trip. (BLD)

Mon 15 – Kruger National Park – AustraliaTransfer to Nelspruit airport for your flight to Johannesburg and on to Australia. (B)

Tue 16 – Arrive Australia

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Icons of AfricaQueen Mary 2, 4 nights Cape Town, 2 night Kruger Safari & 3 nights Victoria FallsSail in luxury to Cape Town aboard Queen Mary 2 and then prepare to enjoy themajor icons of southern Africa beginning with the delights of Cape Town beforejoining our safari in the world-renowned Kruger region where we’ll search forwildlife and stay at luxury, private lodges nestled in the African bushveld. Afterthe thrilling experience of game viewing from open vehicles, we journey ontoone of the world’s natural wonders, Victoria Falls. Your hotel is nestled by thebanks of the Zambezi River, a waterway you’ll get to explore on a sunset cruise.This package, which includes a flight home via Johannesburg, combines thebest of southern Africa to offer you an unforgettable experience.

QM2 sails from Sydney March 19, Melbourne, March 21, Adelaide, March 23, and Perth, March 26, 2013.

Discoverer 3-4 Star Connoisseur 4-5 StarPortswood Hotel, Cape Town Table Bay Hotel, Cape TownNottens Camp Lodge or similar Lion Sands Private Game LodgeGreater Kruger National Park Greater Kruger National ParkDavid Livingstone Resort, Victoria Falls Royal Livingstone Hotel, Victoria Falls



Wed 10 – Disembark Queen Mary 2 in Cape TownWhilst our luggage is being whisked to the hotel, we will explore the great sightsof Cape Town. Take the cable car to Table Mountain, then join us on a winelandstour including Stellenbosch before returning to our hotel for check in. (BL)


Fri 12 – Cape Town – Kruger National ParkEnjoy a relaxing day, with time to explore. Perhaps visit Robben Island wereNelson Mandela was incarcerated. (B)

Sat 13 – Cape Town – Kruger National ParkWe transfer to Cape Town airport for our flight to Nelspruit/Kruger National Park.On arrival we will be transferred to the Sabi Sands Game Reserve. Head out onan exciting game drive. (BLD)

• Cruise to Africa on QM2 incl port charges (refer page 2)• 3 nights on the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town incl breakfast daily

& 1 dinner• Full day Cape Town, Table Mountain and Winelands tour incl lunch• Full day Cape Peninsula and Kirstenbosch Gardens tour incl lunch • 2 nights in private lodges on a full board basis (beverages incl for

Connoisseur class only) • Game drives in open 4WD vehicles • 3 nights Livingstone, Victoria Falls incl breakfast daily• Sunset cruise on the Zambezi River followed by welcome dinner• Half day sightseeing visiting both the Zambian and Zimbabwean sides

of Victoria Falls (visa costs not included)• Group transfers throughout• Economy class flights with Qantas/South African Airways incl air taxes

INCLUSIONS

YOUR HOLIDAY ITINERARY

24-31 NIGHTS

Sun 14 – Kruger National ParkA full day in Africa’s animal kingdom lies ahead. Enjoy two game drives in4WD vehicles. A traditional “Boma” style dinner with local entertainment willtruly be another highlight of the trip. (BLD)

Mon 15 – Kruger National Park – Victoria FallsTransfer to the airport for our flight to Livingstone, Zambia. We’ll stay on thebanks of the Zambezi River and enjoy a sunset cruise this afternoon followedby dinner. (BD)

Tue 16 – Victoria FallsThis morning we will explore Victoria Falls, one of the natural wonders of theworld. See the mighty Zambezi River plunge 108 metres into the narrowgorge below to form the falls. Also known as ‘mosi-oa-tunya’ – the smokethat thunders! Victoria Falls was named in 1885 by David Livingstone inhonour of the Queen. (BD)

Wed 17 – Victoria FallsA free day to relax around the pool or take up one of our exciting optionalextras (additional costs apply). Here in the adventure capital of Africa, youcan walk with the lions on a guided tour, enjoy an Elephant back safari or flyover the falls in a microlight or helicopter – all incredible experiences thatwill impress your friends back home! (B)

Thu 18 – Victoria Falls to AustraliaTransfer to the airport for your short flight to Johannesburg and connect withour international flight to Australia. (B)

Fri 19 – Arrive Australia

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Accommodation decks only shown. Full deck plan of the ship available on request.

Deck 9 (Grand Duplexes/Duplexes, Penthouses, Queens Suites & Staterooms 9.001-9.082)

Deck 8 (Queens Suites & Staterooms 8.001-8.130)

Deck 6 (Staterooms 6.001-6.304)

QUEEN MARY 2 DECK PLANS

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Connecting staterooms3rd berth is a single sofabed3rd & 4th berth is a double sofabed3rd & 4th berths are two upper beds

A4 Staterooms have viewsobstructed by lifeboatsWheelchair accessible(stateroom sizes vary)Single level Q2 Suite

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Deck 11 (Queens Suites, Staterooms 11.001-11.153)

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Grand Duplexes 9

Duplexes & Suites 9, 10

Royal Suites 10

Penthouse 9, 10

Queens Suites 9, 10, 11

Queens Suites 9

Queens Suites 8, 9

Princess Suites 10

Princess Suites 10

Princess Suites 10

Club Balcony 12

Deluxe Balcony 11, 12

Deluxe Balcony 11

Deluxe Balcony 8

Deluxe Balcony† 8

Premium Balcony (Sheltered) 6

Premium Balcony (Sheltered) 5, 6

Premium Balcony (Sheltered) 4, 5



Standard Oceanview 5, 6

Standard Oceanview 4



Atrium 5, 6

Standard Inside 11, 12


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CRUISE EXPRESS

Travelations Pty Ltd t/a Cruise Express InternationalSuite 92/24 Buchanan Street, Balmain NSW 2041Tel: 1300 766 537 Fax: 02 9810 5366Email: [email protected]: www.cruiseexpress.com.au

Exclusively available from Cruise Express International – 1300 766 537

Winner of the ICCA BronzeCruise Agency of the Year Award -

2010

BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONSfor Travelations Pty Ltd t/a Cruise Express International (ABN 31 095 788 177. Lic # 2TA5206)

Please read all booking terms and conditions carefully. By paymentof your deposit we understand you have read, understood andaccepted these conditions.

Travelations Pty Ltd t/a Cruise Express International (herein referredto as the Facilitator) is a member of the Australian Federation ofTravel Agents (AFTA) and the International Cruise Council ofAustralasia (ICCA). We are a licensed travel agent giving you theconsumer protection offered by the Travel Compensation Fund(TCF). We are committed to the provision of excellent service andquality travel products.

PRICING & ITINERARYAll prices are quoted in Australian dollars and are per person basedon twin occupancy. Your “total fare” is based on operator prices thatare correct as at 10 May 2012, but are subject to change withoutnotice. In the event that operators, service providers or currencyfluctuations alter prices, the Facilitator reserves the right to adjustpricing at any time up to and including the day of departure. Whencircumstances beyond the control of the facilitator occur, thefacilitator also reserves the right to alter the itineraries and changethe hotels. To be read in conjunction with the Term & Conditions onthe Cunard World 2012 brochure, which passengers will be boundby.

BOOKINGSAll bookings must be made directly with the Facilitator and aresubject to availability of the appropriate services (eg. airline seats,cabins and hotel accommodation) at the time of booking.

CONFIRMATION & PAYMENT OF DEPOSITSThe Facilitator will prepare and forward a written confirmation. Apartially non-refundable deposit payment of 15% per person will berequired within 7 days of confirmation in order to secure thebooking. If a deposit is not received within this period, the bookingwill automatically lapse.

Credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Diners Card)payments are accepted. Amex and Diners payments attract a 3%administration fee. A relevant booking form must be completed,signed and returned to the Facilitator with all deposit payments.

FINAL PAYMENTFull payment is due and must be received no later than 90 days priorto your departure date (unless otherwise specified). Documentationwill be distributed approximately 2-3 weeks prior to departure.

CANCELLATIONSIn the event of cancellation after a deposit payment is made, thecancellation must be made IN WRITING to the Facilitator.Cancellation charges apply and will be dependent upon the time atwhich notice of your cancellation is received and on the individualcancellation policies of the operators (eg. cruise line) involved.Cancellation fees for air tickets issued will be determined by AirlineTariff Regulations. No refund is payable for flight coupons issued but

not flown. Additional cancellation fees may be applied by airlineswhere special conditions apply to early ticketing time limitsaccepted by the passenger.

AMENDMENTSAfter deposits are paid, the first amendment will be free. Should youwish to make further alterations, an amendment fee of $100.00 willapply for each alteration.

ESCORTED TOUR INCLUSIONSEconomy class airfares inc. airline taxes & government charges,cruise accommodation in selected cabin grade, port & handlingcharges, group transfers, coach transportation, hotels andsightseeing where indicated, porterage of one piece of luggage perperson, meals as specified and the services of a Tour Escort orindependent Tour Guide(s) throughout the itinerary (see TourEscort). Accommodation is on a twin-share basis unless otherwiserequested and confirmed. Hotels are subject to change.

NOT INCLUDED IN TOUR COSTSAll items not specifically referred to as Tour Inclusions includingexcess baggage, porterage other than for one piece of baggage perperson, meals, gratuities and tips unless indicated, passports,visas, travel insurance, laundry, drinks and items of a personalnature.

TOUR ESCORTIt is intended that these departures will be accompanied by at leastone Tour Escort nominated by the Facilitator. However, shouldminimum group numbers not be reached, the Facilitator reservesthe right to operate the itineraries as unescorted group departuresutilising local independent Tour Guides and/or Escorts.

TRAVEL INSURANCEIt is a condition of travelling with the Facilitator that each passengerMUST HAVE a current travel insurance policy. Because of thecancellation policies outlined above, we strongly recommend thatinsurance is purchased at the time of paying initial deposits, tocover cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances.

HEALTH, FITNESS AND PARTICIPATIONPassengers may NOT rely on the Tour Escort for personal physicalassistance and warrant that they ARE in good health and/or fit totravel on tour. While our tours do not require a special level of fitness,for the overall benefit of the group, all tour members must possessa moderate level of mobility, including the ability to: • negotiateairports and railway stations without wheelchair assistance • usecombined shower/bath facilities (it is impossible to guarantee walk-in shower facilities) • undertake walking tours of 2-3 hours duration,including using stairs, walking over cobblestones and other unevensurfaces • stand for long periods in museums and other sites •embark /disembark coaches, trains and other methods oftransportation without assistance • handle your own luggage.

BAGGAGE ALLOWANCEAll passengers are permitted one piece of check-in luggagerestricted to 20kgs per person for Economy class and 30kgs* perperson for Business class. In addition to this, passengers are alsoallowed one piece of carry on luggage restricted to 5kgs per person.Any additional luggage may only be carried on the understandingthat passengers are personally responsible for additional porteragecosts and/or excess luggage charges imposed by the airline(s) andother carriers.*Selected flights within Africa are restricted to 20kgs per person.

TRAVEL WARNINGSThe Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade issuesregular updates for overseas travel. Please refer to the DFAT website– www.smartraveller.gov.au for the most up-to-date travel advice. Ifyou do not have website access please contact the Facilitator for aprint- out of the latest advice relating to your travel destination(s).

NOTICE OF RESPONSIBILITYTravelations Pty Ltd t/a Cruise Express International (herein referredto as the Facilitator) is not itself a carrier or hotelier, nor does it owncruise ships, aircraft, hotels or coaches. The services that theFacilitator supplies consist of arranging and coordinating cruises,flights, accommodation, transfers and tours, making bookings andissuing documents to be redeemed by suppliers. The Facilitatorexercises every care in the selection of reputable cruise lines,airlines, hotels and transfer and tour operators. However, it isimportant to note that all bookings with the Facilitator are subject tothe terms, conditions and limitations of liability imposed by theshipping and cruise companies, airlines, hoteliers and transfer andtour operators whose services we utilize, some of which limit orexclude liability in respect of death, personal injury, delay and lossor damage of baggage.

The Facilitator does not accept any liability of whatever nature for theacts, omissions or default, whether negligent or otherwise, of thoseshipping and cruise companies, airlines, hoteliers, coach operatorsor other persons providing services in connection with your travelarrangements pursuant to a contract between themselves andyourself (which may be evidenced in writing by the issue of a ticket,voucher, coupon or the like) and over which the Facilitator has nodirect and exclusive control.

The Facilitator does not accept responsibility in contract or in tort forany injury, damage, loss, delay, additional expenses orinconvenience caused directly or indirectly by force majeure or otherevents which are beyond its control or which are not preventable byreasonable diligence on the part of the Facilitator, including but notlimited to war, civil disturbance, fire, flood, unusually severe weather,acts of God, acts of Government or any other authorities, accidentsto or failure of machinery or equipment or industrial action (whetheror not involving our employees).

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