THE DETAILS

CONTACT DETAILS

Luke Email: decaffeinatedsuperhero@gmail.com
Paul Email: paul@bundaberg-brew.com.au
Phone Number: +61433 707 839
Alternate Phone Number: +61438150228

THE JOURNEY

4th Sep: Arrive in London at 6:40am and head to the Contiki Hotel.

CONTIKI TOUR – EUROPEAN HIGHLIGHTS

5th Sep Day 1: London to Paris
A warm welcome from your Contiki Crew as we head for the White Cliffs of Dover and the Channel crossing to France. We drive past World War I battlefields to the splendour of Paris. What better way to begin than with an evening tour of the “City Of Lights”? (D) Contiki Village

6th Sep Day 2: Paris
Today’s sightseeing includes some of the most celebrated icons of Europe. Perhaps take the opportunity to visit the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Arc de Triomphe or the Champs Élysées. Tonight, why not complete your Parisian experience with a French meal and a famous Parisian cabaret? (B) Contiki Village

7th Sep Day 3: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region
Today’s journey leads us to Contiki’s exclusive Château de Cruix nestled in the Beaujolais vineyards near Lyon. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover

8th Sep Day 4: Beaujolais Wine Region to French Riviera
Our route today takes us south to the fabulous Côte d’Azur via the Autoroute de Soleil and Avignon, the city of the Popes. Tonight we visit Monaco! View the Royal Palace and take the opportunity to try your luck at the casinos of Monte Carlo. (B,D) Contiki Village

9th Sep Day 5: French Riviera
It’s your choice today – perhaps mix with the rich and famous on the beach at Cannes or take a trip into Nice to shop for souvenirs and explore this “Queen of the Riviera”. (B,D) Contiki Village

10th Sep Day 6: French Riviera to Florence
We visit a French Perfumery before continuing to Pisa, home of the famous Leaning Tower. From here it’s a short journey to the most spectacular of Renaissance cities, Florence. (B) Contiki Village

11th Sep Day 7: Florence to Rome
Our morning in Florence includes a walking tour and time to shop for leather and gold. A short drive takes us to Rome and its famous Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and St Peter’s Basilica. (B) Contiki Village

12th Sep Day 8: Rome
Once at the centre of the powerful Roman Empire this city, steeped in centuries of ancient history, awaits your discovery. The Colosseum, Imperial Forum and the treasures of the Vatican City make for a day of serious sightseeing. (B,D) Contiki Village

13th Sep Day 9: Rome to Venice
Soak in the changing scenery of Italy as we drive past golden plains, vineyards and quaint hilltop towns to Venice. A short boat ride takes us into the historic centre of Venice to see St. Mark’s Square, the Doges’ Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. A chance for a Gondola ride and last Italian meal. (B) Contiki Village

14th Sep Day 10: Venice to Munich
Travelling through the spectacular Dolomite Mountains and Austria we make our way to Bavaria’s lively capital Munich, home to the Oktoberfest. Maybe join us this evening at one of this city’s traditional Beer Halls. (B) Youth Hotel

15th Sep Day 11: Munich to Rhine Valley
We travel north to the picturesque Rhine Valley to see the famous Lorelei and learn how German beersteins are crafted in St Goar. (B,D) Hotel

16th Sep Day 12: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam
We cross the Dutch border and make our way to Amsterdam. Visit a cheese farm and see how clogs are made. Cycle through the countryside and the fishing village of Edam. A centrally located hotel is home for our last two nights. (B,D) Youth Hotel

17th Sep Day 13: Amsterdam
This morning why not take a canal bike ride to further explore Amsterdam? In your free time perhaps visit famous sights such as Anne Frank’s House or the Van Gogh Museum. Tonight we celebrate our last evening together. (B) Youth Hotel

18th Sep Day 14: Amsterdam to London
Time to swap addresses and e-mail contacts as we travel through the Belgian countryside and back to Calais for our ferry crossing to England. (B)

END OF CONTIKI TOUR

19th Sep: Whole day to tour London (itinerary unknown)

20th – 30th Sep: Road Trip around the UK (itinerary unknown)

30th – 5th Oct: Road Trip around Ireland (itinerary unknown)

6th – 8th Oct: Unknown at this time (itinerary unknown)

9th Oct: Fly out of Frankfurt

11th Oct: Arrive in Brisbane Airport at 6:40am

5 Times...

Well the rugby season is finally over and we are again victorious.  I don't know how we did it but we just dug deep and never gave up.  Time for a beer.

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2 Weeks to go...

Not long now people.  All i can say is that there is not enough time to get ready.  With work and rugby there is little time left to plan the rest of the trip.  If i can remember to pack everything in my bag i will be happy... 

The busiest week ever...

I'll start at the start.  I was made redundant along with 4 others then offered my job back with a restructure but thought it was a good time to leave on a high and search for employment overseas.  So i finish up at Bundaberg Brewed Drinks in 2 weeks, just before the europe trip.

Then to top it of we won our semi final last night over the Falcons.  I was not expecting that.  with a 16 man team put together that night we dug deep and didn't let go.  The boys gave it all they had and i can say i'm proud to be a Bucc!!!

Unfortunately i hurt my shoulder but hopefully with some physio and a little luck it will be ready for the grand final next friday.

All I want to do now is enjoy the weekend.

Things to see in Europe

Here is the list;

1. Stonehenge
   
2. Doctor Who museum in Blackpool
3. Madame Tussauds (London)
4. Legoland Discovery Center (Windsor or Berlin)
5. Guinness Factory
6. Blarney Stone (Cork, Ireland)
7. Toblerone Factory (Berne Switzerland)
8. Lindt factory (Switzerland)

The Road Trip - The locations are where we stay the night

20th - Thursday - Plymouth/Looe

21st - Friday - Swansea

22nd - Saturday - Cork

23rd - Sunday - Cork

24th - Monday - Dublin

25th - Tuesday - Dublin

26th - Wednesday - Blackpool

27th - Thursday - Iveness

28th - Friday - Edinburgh

29th - Saturday - ????

30th - Sunday - London

1st - Monday - Lndon

Day 1:

1. London
2. Winchester Cathedral
3. Stonehenge
4. Cerne Abbas Giant
5. St Michael's Mount Cornwall

Day2:

1. Arthur's Castle Tintagel
2. Glastonbury Tor
3. Bath
4. Stone Ring Avebury
5. Well of St Anne Trelleck
6. Cardiff
7. Swansea

Finally...

Yes ladies and gentlemen ... Tricky Trev is gracing us with his presence in Bundaberg on the 18th August.  Trev is able to sign autographs from 12-1pm at the cove.  :-)

The weekend in review...

Started out with a good run on friday night with a win for the Bucc's over Isis 34 - 27.  

Very lazy saturday with a recap of the Transformers Animated movie, leading up to the Ambrose engagement Party.  Good weather, good friends, good food, good booze and a good night had by all.

Sunday was just a lazy day.  National Treasure & Sahara on the dvd list leaving me with the urge to leave my job to hunt down lost treasure.

What does this week have in store for me?

Where we will be and when....

Just briefly this is what is happening for Paul & I overseas...

3rd September we leave australia and arrive in london on the 4th September and head to the contiki hotel to meet everyone on our tour and a few english ales.

5th September we leave early on the Contiki European Highlights Tour and get back into London late on the 18th September

In London until the 20th where we pick up a car and head across Wales to Ireland, back through Scotland and returning to London on the 30th September.

The rest of the time isn't planned yet but we leave Frankfurt on the 9th and arrive back in brisbane on the 11th October (just in case there is an Octoberfest Option).

These are the details for Hendo's & Chiara's European Tour

Firstly some important contact details... We are only taking one mobile phone, mine and can be contacted on 0401542895. As for emails, probably best to send to stevenhenderson79@hotmail.com as this easiest one to check on my phone etc. Also some central points of contact will be our parents Bill and Clare Henderson 0401967799 & 38826496 and Ken and Glenys Petersen 0407649948 and 0407715268. We have Chiara's brother Troy collecting mail and keeping an eye on our house while we are away, he can be contacted on 0406589511  Flights and Accommodation details for journey...  Flying Virgin Blue Mackay to Brisbane arriving 6.15pm August 22nd, staying with Zeke and Jenny Catching up with family during day on the 23rd

FLIGHT EMIRATES EK 433 23 Aug 07 Thu Check in at Brisbane International   23 Aug 07 Thu Depart Brisbane 20:05   24 Aug 07 Fri Arrive Dubai 06:00 Via Singapore  Total Journey Time 15hrs 55mins    

FLIGHT EMIRATES EK 29 24 Aug 07 Fri Check in at Dubai Terminal 1   24 Aug 07 Fri Depart Dubai 09:50   24 Aug 07 Fri Arrive London Heathrow 14:15 Non-stop  Total Journey Time 7hrs 25mins      

EUROPEAN INSPIRATIONS TOUR CONTIKI (INT)  - DETAILS OF CONTIKI TOUR DATES AND CITIES ARE AT BOTTOM OF THIS EMAIL 01 Sep 07 Sat Depart London 08:00  19 Sep 07 Wed Arrive London 17:00  European Inspirations Tour    

ACCOMMODATION ROYAL NATIONAL HOTEL - LONDON 19 Sep 07 Wed Check in London 14:00  20 Sep 07 Thu Check Out 10:00  Royal National Hotel London - 1 night accommodation - 1 Room(s)    

FLIGHT EMIRATES EK 4 20 Sep 07 Thu Check in at Heathrow Terminal 3 I  20 Sep 07 Thu Depart London Heathrow 20:30   21 Sep 07 Fri Arrive Dubai 06:25 Non-stop  Total Journey Time 6hrs 55mins   

30 days to go...

I cannot believe that there is 30 days until i go overseas.  The time has gone so quick.  There is so much i haven't done yet.

I have just this morning registered for membership with YHA for discounts at hostels all around the world.  Hopefully that will turn up before i leave.  

The first shipment of gear from www.gogogear.com.au should arrive early next week.  The purchase of a sleeping bag that rolls up into the size of my hand better be a hood idea.  :-)

All things asside i think the hardest thing to do will be to tidy up the garage enough so that we can actually fit 2 cars inside.  Something that i don't think has ever happened since i have lived at the cove.  Ha