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        WON D ER S of AUST RA L IA
          and N EW Z E A L A N D
                                     APRIL 16 – MAY 6, 202 1

HOBART, TASMANIA   ADELAIDE   ULURU-KATA TJUTA NATIONAL PARK   LIZARD ISLAND AND GREAT BARRIER REEF
  DAINTREE RAINFOREST   LAKE TAUPO    HAWKE’S BAY    QUEENSTOWN AND MILFORD SOUND     AUCKLAND
WONDERS of AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND - TCS World Travel
A P R I VAT E J E T E X P E D I T I O N

WONDERS of AUSTRALIA
  and NEW ZEALAND
                             AP RIL 16 – MAY 6, 202 1

     21           9             47
     Days     Destinations      Guests      Fokker 70    Moderate Pace   Business Class

                                                                                                           Your all-inclusive expedition includes:
 Discover dramatic landscapes and vibrant cultures on a spectacular private jet           • Travel on our privately chartered jet       • Special events and private access

  journey across Australia and New Zealand. Venture into Daintree Rainforest,             • Best-available accommodations               • Top local guides and/or on-trip experts

  delve deep into Aboriginal legend at Uluru and encounter Maori tradition on             • Ground transportation                       • A veteran expedition team that handles
                                                                                          • All meals and beverages, including select     all logistics
 the shores of Lake Taupo. Then launch your explorations of Milford Sound from
                                                                                            beer and wine                               • A trip physician who accompanies you
        Queenstown, the self-proclaimed adventure capital of the world.
                                                                                          • All sightseeing activities, from guided       throughout your journey
                                                                                            small-group excursions and private          • All gratuities
                 All-inclusive | $84,950 per person, double occupancy
                                                                                            shopping to more active options such as
                                 $8,495 solo supplement                                                                                 • Luggage handling
                                                                                            snorkeling and hikes

         To reserve your space, visit TCSWorldTravel.com,
 call 866.875.5234, email GuestRelations@TCSWorldTravel.com
                     or contact your travel advisor.
                                                                                                                                                                      This page: Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Australia
                                                                                                                                                                       Cover: Great Barrier Reef, Lizard Island, Australia
WONDERS of AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND - TCS World Travel
DAINTREE RAINFOREST,
                                                                                                                                                                                                   AUSTRALIA

                       Explore the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       LIZARD ISLAND AND
                       incredible natural                                                                                                                      ULURU-KATA TJUTA
                                                                                                                                                        NATIONAL PARK, AUSTRALIA
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       THE GREAT BARRIER
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       REEF, AUSTRALIA

                       beauty and cultural
                       highlights of a                                                                                                                                                                                     SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Begin

                       diverse continent                                                                                                                                        ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         End
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     LAKE TAUPO,

                       with the ease of
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     NEW ZEALAND

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      HAWKE’S BAY,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      NEW ZEALAND

                       private jet travel.
                                                                                                                                                                                                  HOBART, TASMANIA

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      QUEENSTOWN AND MILFORD
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          SOUND, NEW ZEALAND

Sydney                    Hobart                         Adelaide                    Uluru-Kata Tjuta Lizard Island and                          Daintree                      Lake Taupo                  Hawke’s Bay                     Queenstown and Auckland
Your adventure begins     Originally founded as a        Discover the vibrant city   National Park    Great Barrier Reef                         Rainforest                    Encounter Maori culture     Savor three nights              Milford Sound  The final stop on your
with a welcome dinner     penal colony in the 19th       of Adelaide, where we       From a luxurious tented    Home to only one resort          A luxurious eco-lodge on      and the dramatic            to relax and unwind             On the South Island,         journey is exciting
and overnight in          century, Hobart has grown      enjoy its restaurants,      camp, immerse in the       property, remote Lizard Island   the banks of a river is our   beauty of the North         at a stunning clifftop          find adventure in            Auckland, where you can
cosmopolitan Sydney.      into Tasmania’s cultural hub   gardens and convenient      natural wonders of         offers us exclusive access to    base for exploring another    Island on the shores of     resort in Hawke’s Bay,          Queenstown, set against      experience the city’s food,
We depart for Tasmania    with a wealth of history,      access to the acclaimed     Australia’s Red Centre,    the wonders of the world’s       UNESCO World Heritage         Lake Taupo, a volcanic      famed for its wines, Art        the spectacular backdrop     wines and waterfront
the next morning.         art and well-preserved         winelands of the            home to the majestic red   largest coral reef system.       site—the 140-million-year-    caldera with deep           Deco architecture and           of Lake Wakatipu and the     before catching your
                          architecture to explore.       Barossa Valley.             dome of Uluru.                                              old Daintree Rainforest.      spiritual significance.     rugged coastal scenery.         Southern Alps.               independent flight home.
WONDERS of AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND - TCS World Travel
ARRIVE IN SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA

                                                      YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS...

                                                      Collect a lifetime of
                                                    enduring memories—
                                                      TCS moments—on
                                                    Wonders of Australia
                                                       and New Zealand,
                                                      an expedition filled
                                                      with discovery and
                                                             enrichment.

                                                                                                                                   EXTEND YOUR JOURNEY
                                                  APRIL 16   Arrive to Sydney on your independent flight to enjoy

               Sydney
                                                                                                                                   If you would like to customize your pre- or post-trip
                                                  a welcome dinner at the Park Hyatt Sydney.
                                                                                                                                   experience in Sydney or Auckland, or anywhere between
                                                                       The Park Hyatt Sydney offers an                             home and these places, our Luxury Custom Travel

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                                                  ACCOMMODATIONS

                                                  elegant harborside experience with views of the iconic                           department can create bespoke adventures just for you.
                                                  Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Take a refreshing
                                                                                                                                   These add-on explorations are all-encompassing
                                                  swim in the rooftop pool or visit the property’s luxurious spa,
                                                                                                                                   and include first-class commercial or chartered
                                                  which features a steam room, an outdoor whirlpool and a
                                                                                                                                   transportation, exceptional accommodations,
                                                  fitness center.
                                                                                                                                   savvy local guides, gratuities, unparalleled dining
Kick off your adventure in cosmopolitan Sydney.
                                                                                                                                   experiences, transfers and end-to-end service.

                                                                                                                                   Please call 866.875.5234 or visit
                                                                                                                                   TCSWorldTravel.com/LuxuryCustomTravel
                                                                                                                                   for more information.
                                                  Opposite page: Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge This page (clockwise from
                                                  top): The Park Hyatt Sydney; Gala dinner; Local surfers at Bondi Beach
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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA        HOBART, TASMANIA: 2H

                                                                          TCS MOMENT

                                                  Sip Australian wines
                                                     at a private dinner
                                                   and gallery showing
                                                     at the outstanding
                                                   Museum of Old and
                                                  New Art (MONA), set
                                                    on the grounds of a
                                                      historic vineyard.

                                             APRIL 17 – 18   Our jet delivers us to Tasmania, where we explore       You’ll also have the chance to explore Hobart’s stunning

            Hobart                           Hobart, the island’s cultural capital. Established as a penal colony
                                             for British convicts, the city became a center for the Southern
                                                                                                                     surroundings. Hop on a motorcycle behind a leather-clad guide to
                                                                                                                     discover lesser-known whisky stills and vineyards, doing plenty

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                                             Ocean whaling trade in the 1800s. In contrast to its history of         of tasting along the way. Take in the natural beauty of Freycinet
                                             imprisonment and industry, Hobart has developed a thriving              National Park, with its rare wildlife, crystal-clear waters and
                                             artistic community.                                                     impressive mountain scenery. Take an adrenaline-filled journey
                                                                                                                     to beautiful Bruny Island by jet boat, where you can indulge in the
                                             Hobart is home to remarkably well-preserved buildings including         area’s noteworthy cheese, seafood and fresh fruit.
                                             Salamanca Place, rows of sandstone former warehouses that now
  Step into Tasmania’s flourishing arts      house restaurants and shops. Enjoy a guided tour of local sights        ACCOMMODATIONS      Australia’s first dedicated art hotel, the Henry
scene and explore the rich history of this   such as Battery Point, one of Hobart’s oldest areas. Immerse            Jones Art Hotel features a continuously changing collection of more
            southern seaport.                yourself in the city’s unique creative culture through a live theater   than 500 works of art. The distinctive five-star hotel on Hobart’s
                                             performance and an exclusive gallery dinner.                            waterfront was once a jam factory, and each room is uniquely
                                                                                                                     decorated. The hotel also offers exceptional food and wine service.

                                             Opposite page: Exhibit at Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) This page
                                             (clockwise from top): Franklin Wharf; Local art; Distillery visit
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HOBART, TASMANIA        ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA: 2H

                                                                                TCS MOMENT

                                                                 Enjoy a food and
                                                                 wine experience
                                                                          of grand
                                                                     proportions
                                                                   at the historic
                                                                  Penfolds Magill
                                                                   Estate Winery.

                                                   APRIL 19 – 20   On April 19 we fly from Hobart to Adelaide, where        renowned landscape artist Hans Heysen, to view the studio where

              Adelaide                             we split into two groups. One group will continue on to Uluru-Kata
                                                   Tjuta National Park while the other half will disembark in Adelaide
                                                                                                                            he created his iconic watercolors.

                                                                                                                            Explore the charming towns and rolling vineyards of the Barossa

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                                                   to discover this vibrant city and the nearby Barossa Valley.
                                                                                                                            Valley, Australia’s most prestigious wine region. Enjoy a tasting and
                                                   Immerse yourself in one of Australia’s finest plant collections as you   lunch at the Henschke winery, a family-owned estate that has been
                                                   explore the Adelaide Botanic Garden, which showcases the diverse         producing wines for over 150 years. Afterward, visit a more modern
                                                   beauty of flora from all over the world. Walk the magnificently          winemaker for a chance to taste directly from the barrels.
                                                   maintained grounds with an indigenous tour guide, learning about
The charming city of Adelaide is your gateway to   the unique plants of the remarkable Australian landscape.                ACCOMMODATIONS      Enjoy your stay at Mount Lofty House, a
                                                                                                                            historic boutique hotel located in the Adelaide Hills. Explore
      Australia’s acclaimed wine country.
                                                   Spend the day in the picturesque Adelaide Hills wine region, where       the pristine grounds and dine on award-winning cuisine at
                                                   you can enjoy tours and tastings at local vineyards specializing in      Hardy’s Verandah Restaurant. We will stay in the hotel’s newly
                                                   South Australia’s cool-climate wines. Visit the Cedars, home of          constructed Sequoia Suites, which offer breathtaking views,
                                                                                                                            sandstone fireplaces and access to a private lounge.

                                                   Opposite page: Barossa Valley This page (clockwise from top left):
                                                   Adelaide Botanic Garden; Rainbow lorikeets; Adelaide waterfront
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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA       ULURU-KATA TJUTA NATIONAL PARK, AUSTRALIA: 2H 15M

                                                                                       TCS MOMENT

                                                                       Watch the sunset
                                                                        transform Uluru
                                                                           into a glowing
                                                                              ember, and
                                                                          stargaze at the
                                                                        constellations of
                                                                       the southern sky.

                                                          APRIL 21 – 22   On April 21, those who spent two nights in Adelaide       hike through Walpa Gorge, a natural formation carved between two

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park                            will board the jet and fly to Ayers Rock airport to experience the
                                                          magnificent red sandstone dome of Uluru (formerly known as
                                                                                                                                    of the site’s 36 monumental rocks.

                                                                                                                                    Enjoy a variety of other activities that immerse you in the natural

   AUSTRALIA
                                                          Ayers Rock), a UNESCO World Heritage site. Those in Uluru will
                                                          fly to Adelaide for a two-night stay.                                     wonders of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, from adventure hiking
                                                                                                                                    to a culinary experience to learn about local cuisine. You may also
                                                          From your luxury tented accommodations at Longitude 131˚, enjoy           opt to simply relax at the spa.
                                                          staggering views of Uluru’s brilliant red façade rising from the vast
                                                          plains of Australia’s Red Centre. Immerse yourself in the mystical        ACCOMMODATIONS      Longitude 131˚, a luxury tented camp,
     Discover the spiritual significance of Australia’s   wonder of this UNESCO World Heritage site on guided walks that            features 15 richly furnished tents perched at the edge of the
                                                                                                                                    Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. The sweeping canopies are an
      surreal natural monument Uluru, the world’s         inform and inspire. Seek out cave paintings at the base of Uluru
                                                          and explore Kantju Gorge. Pause in the splendor of the ethereal           ideal frame for the expansive desert landscape and the dramatic
                    largest monolith.                                                                                               red sandstone of Uluru, or Ayers Rock. Nighttime views include a
                                                          red domes of Kata Tjuta (formerly known as the Olgas) on a guided
                                                                                                                                    host of constellations unique to the southern sky.

                                                          Opposite page: Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park This page (clockwise
                                                          from top): Red-sand terrain; Cave paintings; Exploring
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ULURU-KATA TJUTA NATIONAL PARK, AUSTRALIA                LIZARD ISLAND, AUSTRALIA: 3H (INCLUDES CHARTER FLIGHT)

                                                                                  TCS MOMENT

                                                      Snorkel through the
                                                      clam garden just off
                                                       the beach at Lizard
                                                         Island Resort and
                                                     marvel at the size and
                                                        psychedelic colors
                                                      of these prehistoric-
                                                          looking wonders.

  Lizard Island and                                APRIL 23 – 25    Our private jet takes us to the coastal city of Cairns,                    Explore your spectacular surroundings with a variety of resort

the Great Barrier Reef                             located in northern Queensland. On a charter flight to remote Lizard
                                                   Island, take in spectacular views of the Australian coast. From the
                                                                                                                                               activities, from kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding to fishing.
                                                                                                                                               Set out on nature walks to observe the island’s unique flora and

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                                                   secluded luxury of the island’s only hotel property, enjoy unparalleled                     fauna, or visit the Lizard Island Research Station to learn from coral
                                                   access to the marvels of the Great Barrier Reef, a UNESCO World                             reef researchers about ongoing conservation campaigns to protect
                                                   Heritage site.                                                                              the Great Barrier Reef’s fragile ecosystem.

                                                   The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef system,                            ACCOMMODATIONS      The secluded Lizard Island Resort is located in
                                                   composed of roughly 3,000 individual reefs and 900 islands                                  Lizard Island National Park on the Great Barrier Reef. On-site dining
Immerse yourself in the marine life of the Great   stretching for over 1,600 miles. Embark on a private cruise through                         features fresh, seasonal cuisine served at the resort’s restaurant, and
  Barrier Reef and discover an underwater          the crystal-clear waters in a glass-bottom boat, and opt to snorkel or                      Australian wines, beer and spirits can be found at the bar and wine
            wonder of the world.                   dive among a collection of coral and tropical fish.                                         cellar. The resort offers a wide range of water sports, along with a spa
                                                                                                                                               and gym to help guests relax.

                                                   Opposite page: Aerial view of the Great Barrier Reef This page (clockwise from top left):
                                                   Resort activities; Sea life; Lizard Island Resort
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LIZARD ISLAND, AUSTRALIA       CAIRNS, AUSTRALIA: 30M (CHARTER FLIGHT)

                                                                              TCS MOMENT

                                                                Wonder at the
                                                             magic of spotting
                                                              the electric-blue
                                                              Ulysses butterfly
                                                                  dipping and
                                                             bobbing through
                                                            the verdant forest.

                                                 APRIL 26 – 27   We depart Lizard Island on a return charter flight   Participate in a Dreamtime Walk through the Mossman Gorge

Daintree Rainforest                              to Cairns, where we embark on an expedition into the Daintree
                                                 Rainforest, a natural wonder considered the world’s oldest living
                                                                                                                      with an Aboriginal guide of the Kuku Yalanji people. The gorge
                                                                                                                      is a rain forest sanctuary of rare and exotic fruit trees and

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                                                 rain forest.                                                         wildlife facing extinction. After the walk, discuss rain forest
                                                                                                                      flora and fauna with your guide and learn more about traditional
                                                 A luxurious eco-lodge on the banks of the Mossman River is           Aboriginal culture.
                                                 your base for exploring this UNESCO World Heritage site. Stroll
                                                 winding paths through the lush flora or explore the wilderness by    ACCOMMODATIONS      The luxurious Silky Oaks Lodge places you
                                                 horseback, canoe or kayak. Admire diverse foliage that includes      in the middle of the ancient rain forest. From your elegant guest
 Venture into one of Australia’s last pristine   giant ferns, palms and ancient, towering trees, keeping an eye out   room, enjoy beautiful views and the sounds of the jungle. Dine in
       areas with Aboriginal guides.             for native inhabitants like tree frogs and butterflies.              the open-sided Treehouse Restaurant, perched high above the
                                                                                                                      river, and relax at the Healing Waters Spa.

                                                 Opposite page: Daintree Rainforest This page (clockwise from top):
                                                 Exploring Daintree; The cassowary bird; Didgeridoo players
WONDERS of AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND - TCS World Travel
CAIRNS, AUSTRALIA       LAKE TAUPO, NEW ZEALAND: 6H 15M (INCLUDES TECH STOP)

                                                                              TCS MOMENT

                                                            Feel the roar of
                                                         thundering Huka
                                                        Falls in your chest
                                                       as you watch nearly
                                                          65,000 gallons of
                                                         water per second
                                                      erupt from a natural
                                                      gorge and plunge to
                                                           the river below.

                                                 APRIL 28 – 29   From Cairns we re-board our jet for Rotorua, with           Discover additional opportunities to enjoy the beauty of Lake Taupo

          Lake Taupo                             a tech stop in Brisbane en route. For the next two nights we will
                                                 take in the dramatic landscape of Lake Taupo, created over 26,000
                                                                                                                             with activities at your resort. Play a round of golf at Kinloch Golf
                                                                                                                             Club, the only course in New Zealand designed by Jack Nicklaus.

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                                                 years ago by a volcanic eruption. Now a turquoise oasis where white         Explore the shore and paths on foot or by mountain bike. Aspiring
                                                 clouds and snow-capped mountains rise above steaming craters and            fly fishers can spend time on the nearby Waikato River, which offers
                                                 geysers, Lake Taupo holds deep spiritual significance to the Maori.         world-class brown and rainbow trout.

                                                 Delve deep into Maori culture on a visit to a local village, where you      ACCOMMODATIONS      Founded in the 1920s, Huka Lodge is an iconic
                                                 encounter community leaders and artisans who demonstrate the                New Zealand resort set in the heart of the North Island offering
    New Zealand’s largest lake is a hotbed of    longstanding traditions of their ancestors. Explore Lake Taupo via          tranquil river views. Guest rooms are spacious and designed to allow
  geothermal activity and a wonderful place to   kayak, gliding through the clear waters to view the huge Maori rock         the beauty of the landscape to dominate.
                                                 carvings that reveal the landscape’s spiritual impact on the local
      immerse yourself in Maori tradition.
                                                 people. Seek out the rapids of the Kaituna River on a whitewater
                                                 rafting adventure.

                                                 Opposite page: Huka Falls This page (clockwise from top left):
                                                 Geysers; Exploring Lake Taupo; Maori rock carvings
LAKE TAUPO, NEW ZEALAND         HAWKE’S BAY, NEW ZEALAND: 30M

                                                                                 TCS MOMENT

                                                                   Marvel at vast
                                                              views of the North
                                                                 Island’s rugged
                                                                coast from your
                                                                 luxurious suite.

                                                    APRIL 30 – MAY 2    A quick private jet hop takes you southeast       18 holes perched above Hawke’s Bay, ride horses through the

           Hawke’s Bay                              to Hawke’s Bay and Cape Kidnappers. Enjoy three nights to
                                                    experience the region’s wines and magnificent coastal landscapes
                                                                                                                          rolling hills of the estate, or explore the rugged cliffs and trails of
                                                                                                                          the headlands on foot.

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                                                    at your leisure with the many options available at your luxury
                                                    boutique lodge.                                                       ACCOMMODATIONS      Perched on rugged cliffs with stunning sea
                                                                                                                          views, The Farm at Cape Kidnappers is a destination resort with
                                                    Enjoy a tour of The Farm at Cape Kidnappers, meeting the              generous suites decorated in comfortable, rustic-luxe style. With
                                                    resident shepherd for an introduction to life on the 6,000-acre       a wide variety of activities including golf, an on-site vegetable
                                                    working sheep and cattle farm. Join the lodge’s wine specialist for   garden and relaxing spa, the resort allows you to be as active or
 Explore the headlands at Cape Kidnappers from      a guided tasting of the area’s renowned wines. Explore Napier,        relaxed as you choose.
  one of the North Island’s most stunning lodges.   considered New Zealand’s Art Deco capital, on a guided tour by
                                                    vintage car of the city’s landmark buildings. Play an unforgettable

                                                    Opposite page: Rugged hills This page (clockwise from top):
                                                    The Farm at Cape Kidnappers; Horseback riding; Golfing
HAWKE’S BAY, NEW ZEALAND        QUEENSTOWN, NEW ZEALAND: 1H 45M

                                                                                    TCS MOMENT

                                                         Arriving by helicopter,
                                                            stand on a glacier to
                                                         take a close-up look at
                                                          the natural processes
                                                                 that carved the
                                                           stunning landscapes
                                                               of Milford Sound.

                                                       MAY 3 – 4   Queenstown and the surrounding area offer something        vintages on a small-group vineyard tour followed by a tasting with

Queenstown and Milford Sound
                                                       for everyone, from cosmopolitan cities and sleepy towns to             local vintners.
                                                       remarkable landscapes and exquisite wines.
                                                                                                                              Enjoy a farewell dinner with new friends on May 4 before our jet

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                                                       Choose from a variety of activities that allow you to embrace          departs for Auckland the next morning.
                                                       Queenstown’s contagious spirit of adventure. Take off on a
                                                       thrilling flightseeing tour over Milford Sound and its surrounding     ACCOMMODATIONS     Set against the stunning backdrop of the
                                                       fjords, mountains and lakes, or embark on a thrilling jet boat         Remarkables mountain range and overlooking Lake Wakatipu,
                                                       ride through the narrow canyons of the Shotover River, once the        Hotel St. Moritz reflects the idyllic nature of its surroundings.
                                                                                                                              Elegantly furnished interiors are decorated with inspired works of
     Experience Queenstown, adventure capital of       location of one of the world’s richest gold mines.
                                                                                                                              art. Take in the tranquility of the mountain scenery from outdoor
    the world, while delving into the glacier-carved   Alternatively, slow down to enjoy time at leisure, strolling           hot tubs, rejuvenate at the gym and sauna, or sample local wine
           topography of the South Island.             Queenstown’s shopping area or taking in the arts scene at a local      varieties at the Lombardi Dining Room and Bar.
                                                       gallery. Opt for an afternoon of wine tasting, sampling the region’s

                                                       Opposite page: Milford Sound This page (clockwise from top): Glacier
                                                       visit by helicopter; Exploring Milford Sound; Jet boat ride
QUEENSTOWN, NEW ZEALAND         AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND: 2H

                                                                     TCS MOMENT

                                                 Feel the sea breeze
                                                     on your face as
                                                 you cruise through
                                                Waitemata Harbour
                                                aboard an authentic
                                                        racing yacht.

                                         MAY 5 – 6   Board our private jet in the morning for Auckland,       ACCOMMODATIONS     Park Hyatt Auckland is a luxury retreat

          Auckland
                                         where we enjoy an afternoon to explore the city before spending      along the city’s bustling waterfront. Situated on the water’s
                                         our final night at the Park Hyatt Auckland.                          edge, the hotel offers expansive views over Wynyard Quarter
                                                                                                              and Waitemata Harbour. Guests can effortlessly transition from

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                                         Enjoy a hands-on sailing adventure on a former America’s Cup         their spacious rooms to restaurants featuring locally sourced
                                         sailing yacht for an unforgettable two hours on Waitemata            cuisine, the spa or the 25-meter infinity pool.
                                         Harbour. Take a scenic seaplane flight to Waiheke Island for a
                                         delectable lunch with wine pairings. Or taste and learn about the
                                         history and cuisine of Ponsonby on a heritage food walking tour
  Discover adventure on your journey’s   through this up-and-coming neighborhood.

         final stop in Auckland.

                                         Opposite page: Auckland waterfront This page (clockwise from top):
                                         Sailing in Waitemata Harbor; Fine dining; Waiheke Island
Insightful Lectures                                                                 Kennedy Warne
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                                                                                                                                                                                 Kennedy Warne co-founded New Zealand Geographic
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                                                                                             on the ground. Our experts come from a                                              to pursue his own writing. He writes mostly about natural
                                                                                             wide variety of backgrounds, including                                              history, and his work has taken him from the Gulf of St.
                                                                                             history, art, science and diplomacy.                                                Lawrence to the mangrove swamps of Bangladesh.

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                                                                                   Our trip planners bring you special access             Our wide variety of daily options means                    In addition to the expedition team, our
                                                                                   to some of the world’s greatest sites and              that you get to choose the activities that                 on-the-ground local guides offer unique
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                                                                                   with us, allowing you to make authentic                exclusive visits to museums and landmarks                  experts live in the community and can
                                                                                   connections with people, wildlife, cultural            to hikes or fishing outings. Our activities                connect you to the culture. In addition, our
                                                                                   treasures and natural wonders.                         are broken into groups of 6 to 12 guests, so               local staff is on hand to guide you through
                                                                                                                                          you never feel like part of a crowd.                       customs, direct you to our transfer vehicles
This page: Snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef, Lizard Island Resort Opposite page
(clockwise from top): Expert guides; Koalas; Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park                                                                                                                          and answer any questions along the way.
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            people in the local currency, we
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            have thought of everything to make                                                                                                                                                    TCS WORLD TRAVEL GUEST

            your experience truly hassle-free.

                                                                                          Before You Depart                                      Throughout Your Journey                             At Each Destination
                                                                                          Our personalized service begins the moment             Experience travel as it was meant to be             Expect the same attention to detail at every
                                                                                          you book, when you’re assigned a dedicated             when you leave the logistics to our dedicated       stop, where you stay in some of the world’s
                                                                                          guest services manager. From answering                 expedition team. We fill out your customs           best-available properties—each selected
                                                                                          any questions you might have to helping you            and landing forms, so all you have to do is         for its service, amenities and proximity to
                                                                                          navigate the visa application process, this            sign. With our all-inclusive luggage service,       sights. Our local staff will be on hand to
                                                                                          dedicated expert ensures you’re perfectly              we deliver your bags directly from the airport      guide you through customs, direct you to our
                                                                                          prepared for your trip of a lifetime.                  to your room, leaving you unburdened and            transfer vehicles and answer any questions
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service from our staff; Meals to match your dietary preferences; Longitude 131˚
“I found myself looking forward to the “downtime” on the jet. The crew

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                                                                        welcomed us home with smiles and entertainment. TCS has spoiled me
                                                                        for any other air travel.”

            with Ease
                                                                        CHRISTINE H. FISHER
                                                                        TCS WORLD TRAVEL GUEST

            Aboard Our
            Private Jet                                                                                                                                                 Our Custom-Configured Jet
                                                                                                                                                                        • Custom configured for only 47 travelers
                                                                                                                                                                          in two-by-two VIP-style leather seats,
            The only way to see so many                                                                                                                                   instead of the standard 70 economy-
                                                                                                                                                                          style seats
            highlights of Australia and New
            Zealand in one journey is by private                                                                                                                        • Comfortable seat recline
            jet. This trip is being offered on                                                                                                                          • Five-person flight crew at your service
            the Alliance Fokker 70 with seats                                                                                                                             throughout the journey
            for just 47 travelers, ensuring the                                                                                                                         • Noise-canceling headset
            ultimate in convenience.

                                                                        Direct Flights                                   An Experienced In-Flight Team                       The Safety Advantage
                                                                        We help eliminate hassles such as airport        Throughout your flight, you’ll have a highly        Having our own private jet means that we
                                                                        layovers by flying direct between destinations   trained crew with years of experience               set our own high security standards with
                                                                        when possible and avoid lengthy security         who know your name, your likes and                  established processes that have been
                                                                        lines by accessing smaller, private airports     your dislikes. In addition to personalizing         fine-tuned over 25 years. We also have
                                                                        where available. This greatly reduces the        your experience, they can accommodate               the flexibility to make decisions up to the
                                                                        hidden costs of international travel, like       your food allergies or special dietary              last minute to re-route the trip should
                                                                        transit time and airport delays.                 requirements. Lastly, a dedicated physician         conditions in any destination change.
                                                                                                                         travels with you for peace of mind.
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Highly personalized service; Attention to detail; VIP Ieather seating
“One of my favorite aspects
        of the TCS experience
    was the way all quotidian
    annoyances of travel were                                                    Discover, explore and connect on
   smoothly eliminated, from                                                    an expertly curated journey across
 security and customs lines to
         luggage wrangling.”
                                                                                    Australia and New Zealand.
                    JANCEE DUNN
          TRAVEL + LEISURE MAGAZINE
                                                                                   To reserve your space, visit TCSWorldTravel.com,
                                                                          call 866.875.5234, email GuestRelations@TCSWorldTravel.com
                                                                                              or contact your travel advisor.

                                      AWA R D -W I N N I N G T R AV E L

         For 25 years, TCS World
      Travel has hosted guests on
          adventures of a lifetime
         The leading innovator in private jet expeditions,
       TCS World Travel delivers immersive, meaningful
  experiences—with exceptional quality and service—in
unique destinations around the world. This commitment
   to enriching lives through travel has garnered our all-
    inclusive luxury jet expeditions and custom journeys
                            coveted awards for excellence.

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A N E W W AY TO E X P L O R E

CUSTOM TRAVEL
BY PRIVATE JET
Your dates. Your destinations. Your travel mates.
Our planning and expertise.

Introducing Custom Travel by Private Jet. We are proud
to leverage 25 years of expertise in luxury private jet
expeditions to design a custom journey by private jet
just for you. Whether you have your own plane or need
us to supply one, we offer unparalleled knowledge,
access and service.

Email LuxuryCustomTravel@TCSWorldTravel.com
or call us at 866.875.5234 for more information.
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