Table of Contents. Preliminary Proposal for Services. Prepared Exclusively for: 65 PAX February 2014

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1 Table of Contents Preliminary Proposal for Services Prepared Exclusively for: 65 PAX February 2014 T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S : 1. Day 1 - Arrival in Mauritius and Day at Leisure 2. Day 2 - Catamaran Cruise to the Northern Islands and dinner at hotel 3. Day 3 - Day at Leisure and dinner at hotel 4. Day 4 - Discovery of the North and Gala Dinner on the island 5. Day 5 - Day at Leisure and Dinner at Hotel 6. Day 6 - Departure of Group

2 Accommodation - February 2014 Northern Island Ruins of Balaclava Inter Continental Mauritius Resort 5* Port Louis Airport of Mauritius

3 Accommodation - February 2014 Accommodation Inter Continental Mauritius Resort - Balaclava Fort The Inter Continental Resort Mauritius - Balaclava Fort, a 5* Resort, is located on the North West coast of the island. It is ideally situated with only a 15 minutes drive from the main tourist region of Grand Baie. Unique Selling Points: Biggest Conference room capacity on the island. Groups on All Inclusive have access to all 5 restaurants of the hotel. Private Island attached to the property where theme dinners or cocktails can be organized. Our proposal for your Group 65 Single Deluxe Ocean View Rooms on Half Board * 3 complimentary upgrades in Jacuzzi Suite.

4 Accommodation - February 2014 Facts: ACCOMMODATION The hotel has 210 Ocean view rooms divided in five categories: 120 Deluxe Ocean View including 30 Twin Rooms 20 Executive Deluxe Ocean View 20 Deluxe Jacuzzi Suite Ocean View 40 Family Rooms that can be used as Twin Rooms 10 Presidential Suite Ocean View All rooms are equipped with Internet access, 42 inch LCD television and air conditioning and have 24 hour room service. Every bathroom features a bathtub, walk in shower, double basin, and 17 inch LCD television. RESORT RESTAURANTS & BARS The resort has five restaurants specializing in different cuisine: SENSO - International Buffet covers PALMS Light meals / Snacks covers SEGALA - Mediterranean Seafood 80 covers VEDA - Contemporary Indian - 80 covers NOBLE HOUSE - Oriental Fusion - 80 covers TALIPOT LOUNGE - 50 seats BARRACUDA BAR seats SUGAR CANE BAR - 50 seats CONFERENCE The grand ballroom is a magnificent event space of 600 sq. m in size, with direct access to the pool, gardens and beach. It s the ideal venue for gala dinners, product launches and conferences. Equipments include: DVD Player, Flip Chart and Markers, LCD Projector, Lectern, Microphone, Stage Lights, Whiteboard. SEATING CAPACITIES Name Theatre Classroom U-shape Cabaret Hibiscus Ballroom Iris Jasmine Orchid

5 Accommodation - February 2014 All Inclusive Supplement Description Food and Beverages (as per the scheduled opening hours of the restaurants and bars) Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, pouring of locally bottled alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks. Added Values Welcome drink and refreshing towel for each guest upon arrival. Free tea & coffee facilities and complimentary fruit basket in room on arrival. 1 Free upgrade to the next room category depending on availability and group size. Free WIFI connection in public areas and conference room. Main conference room free of charge.

6 Day 1 - Arrival in Mauritius and Day at Leisure Day 1 - Arrival in Mauritius and Afternoon at Leisure Arrival in Mauritius (afternoon) Welcome in Mauritius at the Connections Counter (No. 18) in the arrival hall. Our Representative will welcome the participants with a branded welcome board and direct them to the coaches. A refreshing towel and a bottle of water (0.3L) will be handed to each participant on the coach. Each coach will have a Russian-speaking guide on board who will give the participants a first introduction to the geography and history of the island. Transfers are done in air-conditioned coaches. All coaches are branded with an A4 Sign Board. The baggage will be collected by our porters outside the arrival hall and transferred to the hotel in a secured separate truck, which will arrive at the hotel before the participants and dispatched into the rooms. Our recommendations for a special welcome at the airport (optional): Branded Roll Up banner with the group s name Flower garlands for all participants Hostesses at the airport wearing multicultural gowns

7 Day 1 - Arrival in Mauritius and Day at Leisure Transfer time Airport to Intercontinental: 60 minutes Arrival at the hotel and express check-in. Afternoon at leisure on the beach Evening at the hotel Theme dinner at the hotel as per the hotel's program. Every night, the various hotel restaurants propose a different theme buffet, be it Indian, French, Sea Food, African or Italian Gastronomy with accompanying entertainment for all hotel guests. For groups, a semi privatized area can be reserved and they can enjoy the entertainment of the night.

8 Day 2 - Catamaran Cruise to the Northern Islands and dinner at hotel Day 2 - Catamaran Cruise to the Northern Islands and dinner at one of the resort s restaurants 07:30 09:00 Breakfast at the hotel. Breakfast is normally served in the main restaurant and is a full American Breakfast. Breakfast is at leisure and the participants come in their own time. Catamaran Cruise to Ilot Gabriel Sailing on a catamaran is a must do activity while in Mauritius. The island is surrounded by kilometres of coral reefs, making sailing a pleasant and enjoyable experience. The cruise to Ilot Gabriel is simply spectacular as you sail in the open sea past the majestic Coin de Mire, an inaccessible island that rises 100m above the sea level. The sheer cliff is home to a large population of Paille-en-Queue, the long-tailed tropical bird, also the emblem of our national carrier. The boat finally anchors in the crystal lagoon of Ilot Gabriel; where swimming and snorkeling is just a bliss. Itinerary

9 Day 2 - Catamaran Cruise to the Northern Islands and dinner at hotel 09:30 The cruise departs from Sunset Boulevard jetty in Grand Bay. After leaving the bay, the sails are raised and the skippers direct the course towards the majestic rock of Coin de Mire (Gunners Coin). 12:00 Past Coin de Mire, the boat anchors in the lagoon of Ilot Gabriel, where the lagoon is crystal clear and ideal for swimming and snorkelling. In the meantime, the crew prepares a BBQ lunch, which is served on board. Drinks are inclusive throughout the day. 14:00 In the early afternoon, the boat sets sail back to Grand Bay. 16:00 There is time for shopping at Sunset Boulevard if participants would like to browse around the numerous boutiques before taking the coach transfer back to the hotel. Technical Information Location: North Coast Timings: 09:30-16:00 Inclusions of the day: Transfer hotel jetty - hotel with English speaking guide. Lunch: BBQ chicken, grilled fish, Sausages, salad bar. Beverages: soft drinks, juice, water, beer, rum and locally bottled wine during lunch Snorkeling equipment Transfer times: Intercontinental: 20 minutes Capacities: Capacity per catamaran: persons Maximum number of boats available: 10 What to bring: Sun cream, sun glasses. It is recommended to take sea sickness tablets for people who might be prone to sea sickness. Dinner on the Resort Evening: Theme dinner at the hotel as per the hotel's program. The group can have dinner at either Veda OR Noble House OR Segala Restaurant

10 Day 3 - Day at Leisure and dinner at hotel Day 3 - Day at Leisure and dinner at hotel 07:30-10:00 Breakfast at the hotel. Breakfast is normally served in the main restaurant and is a full American Breakfast. Breakfast is at leisure and the participants come in their own time. Morning: The morning is at leisure and participants can enjoy the facilities of the hotel. Facilities included are non motorized water sports, selected beach games, beach volley, football or any activities as per the entertainment program of the hotel. Otherwise, our team will be present at the hospitality desk to assist with any excursions or activities that the guests would like to do outside the hotel. Lunch at hotel Buffet served at the main restaurant. Afternoon: At leisure Dinner on the Resort Evening: Theme dinner at the hotel as per the hotel's program. The group can have dinner at either Veda OR Noble House OR Segala Restaurant

11 Day 4 - Discovery of the North and Gala Dinner on the island - 10 February 2014 Day 4 - Discovery of the North and Gala Dinner on the Beach Dodo's Trail Tour Pamplemousses Garden Port Louis Central Market Caudan Waterfront Blue Penny Creole Lunch This excursion is a real experience of the island's life and culture. Start with the visit of the Capital, Port Louis. The first stop is at Old Citadel Fort Adelaide, from which there is a magnificent view over the town and its harbour. After that, discover the busy city centre with the main historical monuments before reaching the noisy and hectic Central Market with its shouting merchants, its intriguing array of all

12 Day 4 - Discovery of the North and Gala Dinner on the island - 10 February 2014 kinds of aromas and the colorful display of large varieties of tropical fruits and vegetables. Only a short walk away from the bazar is the Caudan Waterfront, a modern and elegant shopping centre built on the port. Visit the Blue Penny Museum, which retraces the history of the island and a home to one of the rarest and valuable stamps in the world, the Blue Penny. After that, leave Port Louis and drive towards Moka to discover the rich taste of the Creole cuisine around a delicious and authentic Mauritian lunch. After this exquisite lunch, the tour continues in the boundaries of Moka and the Pieter Both Mountain. We continue on the Long Mountain road, well known for its superb panorama, via Ville Bague towards Pamplemousses. The final stop is the Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, world renowned for the variety as well as the rarity of its species. A leisurely walk at the garden along the shady well kept avenues is a real treat for body and soul. Timings: 09:00 16:00 Inclusions of the day: Transfers Russian-speaking Guide throughout the day Entrance fees for Pamplemousses Garden, Blue Penny Museum Lunch at Escale Creole Gala Dinner - Mauritian Beach BBQ The Mauritian Beach dinner night is a must do when you are in Mauritius. Feet in the sand, folkloric music, bonfire is set a great atmosphere for a first tropical dinner. The guests are invited to meet on the beach where bonfires are lighted up. Welcome by charming hostesses dressed in colourful dresses, serving exotic cocktails. Local artists playing the sega music, which is very rhythmic and lively music. The dancers will entertain the guests during cocktail making the atmosphere very high and enthusiastic.

13 Day 4 - Discovery of the North and Gala Dinner on the island - 10 February 2014 Dinner will be live cooking buffet stations. The bonfires will continue to burn during dinner around the beach area to create a good beach ambiance. Inclusions: Basic set up Dinner buffet Exclusive venue Bedouin tent (no backup plan will then be needed in case of a bad weather prevailing) Entertainment - Sega Show

14 Day 5 - Day at Leisure and Dinner at Hotel - 10 February 2014 Day 5 - Day at Leisure and Dinner at Hotel 07:30-10:00 Breakfast at the hotel. Breakfast is normally served in the main restaurant and is a full American Breakfast. Breakfast is at leisure and the participants come in their own time. Morning: The morning is at leisure and participants can enjoy the facilities of the hotel. Facilities included are non motorized water sports, selected beach games, beach volley, football or any activities as per the entertainment program of the hotel. Otherwise, our team will be present at the hospitality desk to assist with any excursions or activities that the guests would like to do outside the hotel. Lunch at hotel Buffet served at the main restaurant. Afternoon: At leisure Dinner on the Resort Evening: Theme dinner at the hotel as per the hotel's program. The group can have dinner at either Veda OR Noble House OR Segala Restaurant

15 Day 6 - Departure of Group Departure Transfer For the departure, the transfer is done in air conditioned coaches and is accompanied by an Russian speaking guide. After luggage identification, all the bags are transferred to the airport in a secured separate truck. At the airport, our representatives will assist the group with directions, check in and any issues that may arise. Transfer time: Intercontinental to airport: 60 minutes Please note that for group departures, it is important to be at the airport 2 1/2 hours prior to departure of flight.