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Welcome to Vancouver. Eagles gliding overhead, sunset beaches and a backdrop of oceans and mountains
from Stanley Park’s breathtaking seawall. You will fall in love with vibrant glass towered metropolis.
Walkable neighbourhoods, drink & dine delights and memorable cultural outdoor activities. Aloha – We
now cruise the Hawaiian islands, view active volcanoes on Hawaii (The Big Island), seek out sun and water
in laid back Maui and escape from it all Kauai. Finally visiting Waikiki, pay your respect to Pearl Harbour.
The South Pacific holds an abundance of natural treasures. Hawaii & Tahiti are the better known
jewels. The scenery is breathtaking, the people charming and the days long and leisurely on a cruise to
the South Pacific. From the lush Hawaiian landscape to legendary beauty of French Polynesia. These
lush tropical sanctuaries are the ideal place to relax, unwind and embrace – Island Time. Then cruise on
to New Zealand to explore pristine marine park with its warm water, sub-tropical rainforests. The Bay
of Islands is worth adding to your bucket list. Often referred to as “The jewel in New Zealand’s crown.
HOLIDAY 1 CANADA + HAWAIIAN CRUISE
Authentic and Unforgettable - SEPTEMBER 05 - 26 2018
Luxury 21 Day Holiday with Finesse $ 7490
For further information: http://www.finessebridgeclub.com.au
director@finessebridge.com.au Ph: 02-9596 1423 or 0415 816 919
HOLIDAY 2 HAWAII + TAHITI & BAY of ISLANDS CRUISE to SYDNEY
Authentic and Unforgettable - SEPT 26 – OCT 20 2018
Luxury 23 Night Holiday with Finesse $ 7950
Inclusions HOLIDAY 1: VANCOUVER – HONOLULU $ 7490
All taxes and port charges on the cruise 10 nights finest land accommodation
11 night cruise Vancouver - Hawaii 2 Land tours from the cruise with guide
6 land tours with guides Fully escorted tour
All transfers All dinners, all breakfasts, + lunch on cruise
All bridge fees Workshops & Lesson Material
TABLE OF CONTENTS: Page No
1: HOTEL ADDRESSES & PHONE NUMBERS 3
2: ITINERARY & BRIDGE PROGRAM TBA
3: SUTTON PLACE HOTEL - VANCOUVER 4
4: INN AT LAUREL POINT – VANCOUVER ISLAND 7
5: MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE – CARNIVAL LEGEND 5
6: HYATT PLACE WAIKIKI BEACH - HONOLULU 9
OPTIONAL EXTRA 25 Nights
7: HYATT PLACE WAIKIKI BEACH – HONOLULU 12
8: - PACIFIC ISLANDS CRUISE - CELEBRITY SOLSTICE 5½*
HONULULU to SYDNEY 13
9: TUTORIALS & WORKSHOPS TBA
Inclusions HOLIDAY 2: HONOLULU – SYDNEY $ 7950
All taxes and port charges on the cruise 5 nights finest land accommodation
19 night cruise Hawaii - Sydney 4 Land tours from the cruise with guide
2 land tours with guides Fully escorted tour
All transfers All dinners, all breakfasts, + lunch on cruise
All bridge fees Workshops & Lesson Material
1 : HOTEL ADDRESSES AND PHONE NUMBERS for EMERGENCIES:
Greg’s Contact Phone Number +61 0415 816 919 ------------------------------------------------------------------------
VANCOUVER – SUTTON PLACE HOTEL 4½* SEPT 05 - 09
845 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2K6, Canada
Phone: +1 604-682-5511
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VICTORIA – VANCOUVER ISLAND – INN AT LAUREL POINT 4½* Sept 9 – 13
680 Montreal St, Victoria, BC V8V 1Z8, Canada
Phone: +1 250-386-872
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HAWAIIAN CRUISE – CARNIVAL LEGEND 4½* SEPT 13 - 24
+17 323353284
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HONOLULU – HYATT PLACE WAIKIKI BEACH Sept 24 – Sept 26
175 Paoakalani Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
Phone: +1 808-922-3861
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OPTIONAL EXTRA 5 NIGHTS extra in Honolulu (Same Hotel) Sept 26 – Oct 01
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PACIFIC – TAHITI SOCIETY ISLANDS & BAY OF ISLANDS - Oct 01 – 20
CELEBRITY SOLSTICE 5½*
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2: VANCOUVER – SUTTON PLACE HOTEL SEPT 05 – 09
Tours Include:
A 1 day Vancouver Aqua Bus Ferry Ticket
with a private guide will show us the
highlights on the waterfront of Vancouver.
Will we hop-on-hop-off at our leisure.
Granville island is a highlight here.
2) Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
Appreciate nature from three breathtaking
perspectives - Capilano Suspension Bridge,
Treetops Adventure and the exciting new
Cliffwalk.
3: VICTORIA – VANCOUVER ISLAND – INN AT LAUREL POINT SEPT 09 – 13
Tours Included:
1) Transfer, entry and guided tour of Butchart Gardens. Over a century ago, Jennie Butchart
began building what is now one of the world’s premier floral show gardens.
2) A leisurely guided stroll along the waterfront and entry to the Royal British Columbria
Museum.
With stunning views of Victoria harbour, this hotel features an indoor pool and a restaurant.
Complimentary WiFi is provided. The Royal BC Museum is 1 km away.
A cable TV and a refrigerator are offered in rooms at Inn at Laurel Point. An en suite bathroom
includes free toiletries for added convenience. Select rooms feature a balcony with water views.
Aura Waterfront Restaurant at the Inn at Laurel Point serves meals created with local products.
Guests can enjoy a glass of vintage wine from a nearby winery, while enjoying views of the
harbour.
4: HAWAIIAN CRUISE – CARNIVAL – CARNIVAL LEGEND - Sept 13 - 24
DAY DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART
Tuesday Sept 13 Vancouver, Canada 17:00
Wednesday Sept 14 At Sea
Thursday Sept 15 At Sea
Friday Sept 16 At Sea
Saturday Sept 17 At Sea
Sunday Sept 18 At Sea
Monday Sept 19 Kahului, Maui, HI 09:00 23:00
Tuesday Sept 20 Hilo, Hawaii, HI 09:00 18:00
Wednesday Sept 21 Kona, Hawaii, HI 08:00 17:00
Thursday Sept 22 Nawiliwili, Kauai, HI 09:00 18:00
Friday Sept 23 Honolulu, Oahu, HI 09:00
Saturday Sept 24 Honolulu, Oahu, HI Disembark
OCEANVIEW ROOM INCLUDED
Tour Included:
Private island tours with guide will be
included here at Hilo and Kona.
Bridge will be played on every at sea
day and a couple of short games on
other days.
There will also be a number of
workshops on this cruise.
Kahului, Maui
Hilo, Hawaii, HI
Kona, Hawaii, HI
Nawiliwili, Kauai, HI
The second largest of the islands, Maui boasts 32 miles
of beaches that are ideal for swimming, snorkeling, sea
kayaking and sunning. Most ships call on Kahului, but
some dock at Lahaina, which offers splendid views of
the island of Lanai. The main attraction here is the
Haleakala Crater, the world's largest dormant volcano.
Helicopter and bicycle tours to the crater are popular,
as are snorkeling and tours of Iao Valley State Park.
Hilo is located on the lush, windward side of the Big
Island, and it is the starting point for excursions to
Kilauea Volcano. Drive around the 11-mile rim of
the crater or tour the dramatic lava formations of
Volcanoes National Park. View breathtaking Akaka
Falls, where the water drops more than 400 feet into
a pool below, or visit the Hawaii Tropical Botanical
Gardens. Or, check out the views from the summit of
13,796-foot Mount Mauna Kea, the highest peak in
Hawaii.
The sun shines year-round on the Kona coast of the
Big Island. Take a helicopter ride for views of the
jagged Kohala Mountains, ride in a semi-submersible
over spectacular coral reefs, or join a snorkeling
excursion to Kealakekua Bay, a protected marine life
refuge. Don't forget to sample a cup of delicious Kona
coffee, the local brew of choice. This part of the Big
Island also is famous for its macadamia nut orchards.
Quiet and uncrowded, the lush, green island of
Kauai is known as the "Garden Isle." It is home to
spectacular cliffs and canyons. The most popular
shore excursions visit Waimea Canyon (called
"The Grand Canyon of the Pacific"), the Fern
Grotto, the Hanalei Coast and the Na Pali cliffs.
Visitors also enjoy kayaking, snorkeling, sailing
and swimming.
5: HONOLULU - HYATT PLACE WAIKIKI BEACH - SEPT 24 – 26
Honolulu, on the island of Oahu’s south shore, is capital of Hawaii and gateway to the U.S. island
chain. The Waikiki neighbourhood is its centre for dining, nightlife and shopping, famed for its iconic
crescent beach backed by palms and high-rise hotels, with volcanic Diamond Head crater looming in
the distance. Sites relating to the World War II attack on Pearl Harbor include the USS Arizona
Memorial.
This property is 3 minutes walk from the beach. Less than a 5-minute walk from Waikiki Beach, this
Honolulu hotel offers sweeping ocean views and multiple on-site dining options. Guest rooms feature a
42 inch flat-screen cable TV and free Wi-Fi. An iPod docking station is available in all rooms at the
Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach. A large work area and compact fridge are also included for convenience.
A swimming pool and a furnished terrace are available for guest relaxation at the Hyatt Place Waikiki.
The non-smoking property also has a gift shop, fitness center and a concierge service to assist guests
with area attractions.
Honolulu International Airport is a 15-minute drive from the hotel. The Honolulu Zoo and the Duke
Kahanamoku Statue on Kuhio Beach are both within a 5-minute walk of the property.
Tour Included: Visit some of the most-popular Pearl Harbor sites, including the World War II Valor
in the Pacific National Monument and the USS Arizona, on this 4.5-hour tour. Enjoy a chauffeured
transfer to the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center where museums and galleries tell the story of the attack on
Pearl Harbor and World War II. Headsets are provided to hear the guide clearly. Then enjoy a drive-
through tour of some of the most popular sites and structures in the historical city of Honolulu. Waikiki
hotel or port pickup and drop-off included.
HOLIDAY 2 1: HONOLULU - HYATT PLACE WAIKIKI BEACH - SEPT 26 – OCT 01
Honolulu, on the island of Oahu’s south shore, is capital of Hawaii and gateway to the U.S. island
chain. The Waikiki neighbourhood is its centre for dining, nightlife and shopping, famed for its iconic
crescent beach backed by palms and high-rise hotels, with volcanic Diamond Head crater looming in
the distance. Sites relating to the World War II attack on Pearl Harbor include the USS Arizona
Memorial.
This property is 3 minutes walk from the beach. Less than a 5-minute walk from Waikiki Beach, this
Honolulu hotel offers sweeping ocean views and multiple on-site dining options. Guest rooms feature a
42 inch flat-screen cable TV and free Wi-Fi. An iPod docking station is available in all rooms at the
Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach. A large work area and compact fridge are also included for convenience.
A swimming pool and a furnished terrace are available for guest relaxation at the Hyatt Place Waikiki.
The non-smoking property also has a gift shop, fitness center and a concierge service to assist guests
with area attractions.
Honolulu International Airport is a 15-minute drive from the hotel. The Honolulu Zoo and the Duke
Kahanamoku Statue on Kuhio Beach are both within a 5-minute walk of the property.
Tour Included: Visit some of the most-popular Pearl Harbor sites, including the World War II Valor
in the Pacific National Monument and the USS Arizona, on this 4.5-hour tour. Enjoy a chauffeured
transfer to the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center where museums and galleries tell the story of the attack on
Pearl Harbor and World War II. Headsets are provided to hear the guide clearly. Then enjoy a drive-
through tour of some of the most popular sites and structures in the historical city of Honolulu. Waikiki
hotel or port pickup and drop-off included.
2: TAHITIAN CRUISE – CELEBRITY SOLSTICE 5½* - OCT 01 - 20
DAY DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART
Monday Oct 01 Honolulu, Oahu 11:59 pm
Tuesday Oct 02 Lahaina, Maui, 08:00 18:00
Thursday Oct 03 At Sea
Friday Oct 04 At Sea
Saturday Oct 05 At Sea
Sunday Oct 06 At Sea
Monday Oct 07 At Sea
Tuesday Oct 08 Papeete, Tahiti 08:00 21:00
Wednesday Oct 09 Bora Bora, Society Islands 07:00 18:00
Thursday Oct 10 Moorea, Society Islands 07:00 17:00
Friday Oct 11 At Sea
Saturday Oct 12 International Dateline Cruising
Sunday Oct 13 At Sea
Monday Oct 14 At Sea
Tuesday Oct 15 At Sea
Wednesday Oct 16 Auckland, New Zealand 10:00 18:00
Thursday Oct 17 Bay of Islands, New Zealand 07:00 18:00
Friday Oct 18 At Sea
Saturday Oct 19 At Sea Sunday Oct 20 Sydney 06:30
The Celebrity Solstice features many of the
personal amenities passengers have come to
expect from Celebrity. Each of the ships in the
Solstice class feature wireless Internet
throughout, larger staterooms with flat screen
televisions, spacious bathrooms, more storage
space and plush European bedding. Balconies
are available in 85% of the ship's staterooms,
and the Solstice-class ships include an
exceptional range of guest-inspired services and
amenities made possible due to the ships’ larger
size. Celebrity Solstice is one of our more
decorated ships at sea. So it's no wonder that it's
full of "firsts." Like the first Lawn Club at sea
and The first Hot Glass Show℠. Some other
things that set her apart are the dining venues
distinctive in cuisine, design and service. Our
passion for outstanding cuisine has taken the
restaurants, the food and the overall dining
experience to a whole new level in the cruising
world. Step aboard and discover why Celebrity
Solstice is Australia and New Zealand's highest
rated cruise ship.
Lahaina, Maui
Papeete, Tahiti, Society Islands
Bora Bora, Society Islands
Moorea, Society Islands
The second largest of the islands, Maui boasts 32 miles
of beaches that are ideal for swimming, snorkeling, sea
kayaking and sunning. Most ships call on Kahului, but
some dock at Lahaina, which offers splendid views of
the island of Lanai. The main attraction here is the
Haleakala Crater, the world's largest dormant volcano.
Helicopter and bicycle tours to the crater are popular,
as are snorkeling and tours of Iao Valley State Park.
Papeete is the capital of Tahiti and houses all the
government offices as well as several historical
landmarks. Wander the cafes, shops, narrow streets and
busy waterfront of this Polynesian paradise, which
lured artist Paul Gauguin and writer Robert Louis
Stevenson to its sandy shores. Art lovers will want to
visit the Gauguin Museum. You also can explore
botanical gardens or enjoy the beaches lapped by blue-
green waters.
Volcanic peaks dominate this small, unspoiled island
surrounded by miles of aqua lagoons. Most tourists
wander the shops, sun on snow-white beaches or swim
in the crystalline waters. The best way to see Bora
Bora is by renting a jeep, moped or bicycle and
traveling the single road that circles the island. Other
options include spending the day at the Bora Bora
Lagoon Resort or the Hotel Bora Bora, where
snorkeling is offered.
Dozens of mountain spires pierce the sky above this
incredible tropical island, located just 11 miles from
Tahiti. A scenic drive around the island passes through
pineapple fields and coconut palms to a lookout that
reveals magnificent views of Cook's Bay and Papetoai
Bay. The island is a popular diving destination because of
the frequent shark sightings during dives. Other options
include a visit to a brandy distillery or a cruise around the
spectacular bay aboard a yacht.
Auckland, New Zealand
Bay of Islands, New Zealand
Sydney, Australia
New Zealand’s largest city -- and the world’s largest
Polynesian city -- sprawls across an isthmus positioned
between two harbors. The “City of Sails” boasts more boats
per capita than any other city. Queen Street is the major
shopping area, while Victoria Park Market offers food and
crafts in a re-created European-style village, and the Parnell
area has art galleries and antique shops in restored Victorian
buildings. Some excursions introduce cruise passengers to
Maori culture, while others head to sheep and cattle farms
for a glimpse of New Zealand’s rural life. Kelly Tarlton’s
Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World offers a look at
the marine and birdlife of Antarctica.
Named the Bay of Islands by the explorer James Cook
in the late 18th century, this string of 144 islands and
cloistered bays is perfect for those with an interest in
the maritime. Bay of Islands offers the perfect
combination of exotic and rare marine life with
exclusive glimpses into the indigenous Maori culture.
Yachting, fishing, swimming with dolphins, scuba
diving, kayaking, biking, and golf are just a few of the
many things to do here. (also called Bay of Isles)
Sydney is Australia's showcase city, and its grand
harbor never fails to impress arriving cruise ship
passengers. Its most famous attractions are the
landmark Opera House and Harbor Bridge. Bondi
Beach is a surfer's heaven, and Watson's Bay offers
terrific views of Sydney's skyline. View kangaroos,
emus and, of course, koalas at Koala Park, or take a
stroll through The Rocks, Sydney's oldest
neighbourhood.