Quote: 171317Pai4 - China Family Tour

 China Family Tour 171317Pai4 Arrival: Aug 1, 2011 Duration: 10 days (9 nights) Group Size: 4 people Trip Ref: 171317Pai4
Prepared by Carl Paiva
(441)292­3033 Email: [email protected]
CHINA FAMILY TOUR Per person: $3,105.97 (USD) (double room) Total Trip Price:
$12,423.88 (USD) (excluding international airfare) Quote #: 171317Pai4 (expired ­ contact us for updated quote) Please note that nothing is booked or reserved until deposit is received. TRIP SUMMARY Discover China with this finely­tuned family adventure. Start in Beijing by exploring the Forbidden City, visiting the sites, and cooking lunch with a local family in a traditional home. Fly to Xi'an and witness the magnificent Terra Cotta army protecting the tomb of the Emperor. Continue to Guilin and experience rural culture. Cruise the Li to the village of Yangshuo and watch the 500­person Liu San Jie evening performance, designed by Oscar winning Zhang Yi Mou. Explore the mystical countryside by bicycle, with opportunities to try rock climbing and prepare local fare in a boutique cooking school. Finish in the vibrant city of Shanghai. Includes internal airfare, deluxe lunches per itinerary, private vehicle transfers, expert English­speaking guides, activities and entrance fees. Page 2 / 12
ITINERARY SUMMARY DAY
Day 1: Mon, Aug 01 2011 Beijing Day 2: Tue, Aug 02 2011 Beijing Day 3: Wed, Aug 03 2011 Beijing Day 4: Thu, Aug 04 2011 Beijing ­ Xi'an Day 5: Fri, Aug 05 2011 Xi'an ­ Guilin Day 6: Sat, Aug 06 2011 Guilin ­ Yangshuo Day 7: Sun, Aug 07 2011 Yangshuo Day 8: Mon, Aug 08 2011 Guilin ­ Shanghai Day 9: Tue, Aug 09 2011 Shanghai Day 10: Wed, Aug 10 2011 Shanghai ACTIVITIES
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Transfer ­ Private ­ Airport ­ Vehicle/Guide/Driver Park Plaza Wangfujing (4*) Superior (B)
2 DBL (2 Adults), (2 Adults) Tour ­ Private ­ 1/2 Day Tiananmen & Forbidden City with Lunch ­ Vehicle/Guide/Driver l Lunch (included) l Legend of Kung Fu Show with Dinner ­ Vehicle/Driver Park Plaza Wangfujing (4*) Superior (B)
2 DBL (2 Adults), (2 Adults) Private ­ Great Wall Mutianyu & Olympic Green with Lunch ­ Vehicle/Guide/Driver l Lunch (included) Park Plaza Wangfujing (4*) Superior (B)
2 DBL (2 Adults), (2 Adults) Private ­ Temple of Heaven & Family Hutong Lunch ­ Vehicle/Guide/Driver l Lunch (included) l Air ­ Beijing ­ Xi`an [(2hrs)] ­ Economy l Transfer ­ Private ­ Airport ­ Vehicle/Guide/Driver l Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show ­ Vehicle/Driver Grand Mercure on Renmin Square (3.5*) Superior (B)
2 DBL (2 Adults), (2 Adults) Tour ­ Private ­ 1/2 Day Terra Cotta Warriors with Miniature Terra Cotta Soldier Molding & Lunch ­ Vehicle/Guide/Driver l Lunch (included) l Air ­ Xi`an ­ Guilin [(1.5hrs)] ­ Economy l Transfer ­ Private ­ Airport ­ Vehicle/Guide/Driver Sheraton Hotel Guilin (4*) The Standard Room (B)
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Shared ­ Li River Cruise with Lunch ­ Boat/Guide/Baggage Transfer Lunch (included) Dinner & Impression SanJie Liu Show ­ Standard Seats Magnolia Hotel (3.5*) Standard (B)
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Lunch (included) Dinner (included) Magnolia Hotel (3.5*) Standard (B)
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Transfer ­ Reed Flute Cave & Airport ­ Vehicle/Guide/Driver Lunch (included) l Air ­ Guilin ­ Shanghai [(2.5hrs)] ­ Economy l Transfer ­ Private ­ Airport (Hongqiao Domestic) ­ Vehicle/Guide/Driver Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden (3*) Deluxe Room (B)
2 DBL (2 Adults), (2 Adults) Private ­ City Tour Bund Cruise, Yuyuan & Urban Planning Hall ­ Vehicle/Guide/Driver l Lunch (included) Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden (3*) Deluxe Room (B)
2 DBL (2 Adults), (2 Adults) Transfer ­ Private ­ Airport (PVG) by Car & Maglev Train ­ Vehicle/Guide/Driver l Kensington Cares ­ 2 Depart l
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CUSTOMIZABLE TRIP OPTIONS All of our itineraries may be customized as you wish, add extra days, change a hotel, see different sights. Contact one of our expert consultants for your free, no­obligation vacation plan. Page 3 / 12
DETAILED ITINERARY (DAY­BY­DAY) Day 1: Mon, Aug 01 2011 ­ Beijing Meet your driver for an airport transfer with a private vehicle and English speaking guide. Accommodation: Park Plaza Wangfujing (4*) Beijing
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Day 2: Tue, Aug 02 2011 ­ Beijing You will be picked up from your Beijing hotel and taken on a half day private guided tour of Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City with a deluxe lunch. Tiananmen Square was built in 1417 during the Ming Dynasty and was the front door of the Forbidden City. The present square stretches a vast 440,000 square meters and features Tiananmen Tower, Monument to the People's Heroes, Great Hall of the People, and Mao Zedong Memorial Hall. The Forbidden City is the world's largest palace complex with 9,999 buildings across 74 hectares, surrounded by a six meter deep moat and a ten meter wall, and divided into two parts. The Outer Court was where the emperor exercised his supreme power over the nation. The Inner Court was where he lived with his royal family. Fourteen emperors of the Ming dynasty and ten emperors of the Qing dynasty reigned here until 1924. TianAnmen Square Enjoy a private deluxe dinner at a fine local restaurant, then settle into your VIP seats for the Legend of Kung Fu Show, featuring a group of the best Kung Fu practitioners in China, where the age of the performers averages at 17. The costumes, stage design, and special effects are of high standard and run by China's finest directors and designers. The story line is about a child found by monks, whose dream is to become a Kung Fu master. Searching for enlightenment the boy is often challenged and tempted. The Legend of Kung Fu consists of an exceptional and dazzling combination of modern dancing, acrobatics, and Kung Fu. The performers do not speak, but English subtitles enable the audience to follow the plot. Accommodation: Park Plaza Wangfujing (4*) The Legend of Kung Fu
Day 3: Wed, Aug 03 2011 ­ Beijing You will be picked up by private car and English speaking guide for a tour of the Great Wall at MuTianYu located 45 miles northeast of Beijing. En route, pass by the site of the Olympic Green to view the grandeur of the site and architectural wonder of buildings like the "Cube" and the "Bird's Nest". The extent of access to the Olympic area depends on the status on post­Olympic development but currently includes access inside the buildings. Lunch is included Accommodation: Park Plaza Wangfujing (4*) Great Wall Mutianyu
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Day 4: Thu, Aug 04 2011 ­ Beijing ­ Xi'an This ¾ day tour includes the Temple of Heaven and visiting (and cooking/eating with) a local family in a hutong. Explore the Temple, built in 1420 AD during the Ming Dynasty to offer sacrifice to Heaven. The most magnificent buildings are The Circular Mound Altar (Yuanqiutan), Imperial Vault of Heaven (Huangqiongyu) and Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest (Qiniandian) ­ which are connected by a wide bridge called the Sacred Way. From the Temple of Heaven travel north to a traditional hutong area of Beijing. The word "hutong" originates from "hottog" which means "well" in Mongolian, and describes the laneways lined with courtyard homes that once covered all of Beijing and still cover much of the city. Arriving at a traditional courtyard home prepare and eat a dumpling lunch with some locals in their home. This tour can finish back at the hotel or to the airport. Xi'an
Fly from Beijing to Xi'an. Flight time is approximately 2 hours. Meet your driver for an airport transfer with a private vehicle and English speaking guide. Enjoy your VIP seats at the Tang Dynasty Dinner Show with private car transfer. At each performance there are over 100 artists who entertain with a colorful spectacle of dance and music symbolizing the splendor of the Tang Dynasty, regarded as the most progressive and prosperous era of Imperial China. Accommodation: Grand Mercure on Renmin Square (3.5*) The Grand Mercure Xian on Renmin Square
Day 5: Fri, Aug 05 2011 ­ Xi'an ­ Guilin This morning you will visit the Terra Cotta Army with a private guide. The over 7,000 Terra Cotta life size warriors and horses arranged in battle formations are China's greatest archaeological excavation. They symbolically guard the Mausoleum of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, who was the first emperor of the Qin dynasty (246­209 BC). During your tour you will stop at a pottery factory shop to mold your own miniature terra cotta soldier (with no kilning process). A deluxe lunch is included. Fly from Xi'an to Guilin. The flight time is approximately 1.5 hours. Meet your driver for an airport transfer with a private vehicle and English speaking guide. Guilin
Accommodation: Sheraton Hotel Guilin (4*) Sheraton Guilin Hotel Day 6: Sat, Aug 06 2011 ­ Guilin ­ Yangshuo Relax on a full day Li River Cruise with lunch (included). The cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo is the centerpiece of any trip to Northeastern Guangxi Province. The cruise combines stunning topography, pristine nature and a tapestry of rural life as water buffalo bathe in the river, local farmers tend their patties, and fishers or school children float by on bamboo rafts. The river trip is over 80 kilometres long and is estimated to take 4 to 6 depending on water levels. With its breathtaking scenery and taste of a life far removed from the concrete metropolis, the scenery along the Li River is one of China's top destinations. Enjoy a deluxe local dinner followed by the Sister Liu Show. This spectacle was created by the Oscar winning Zhang Yimou and presents the local culture through a cavalcade of lights and cast of 500 using a private bay as the theatre and local mountains as the backdrop. This is sure to be one of the most memorable activities of your trip. Yangshuo
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Accommodation: Magnolia Hotel (3.5*) Magnolia Hotel
Day 7: Sun, Aug 07 2011 ­ Yangshuo Experience the local karst scenery at your own pace while exploring the villages and rice farms of the Dragon River area by bike. Stop en­route to enjoy lunch next to one of the cliffs in this world­famous rock climbing destination. Get your adrenalin flowing and experience a different view of these unique rock formations under the expert supervision and instruction of internationally trained rock climbing guides. Finish the day at a charming rural farmhouse professionally converted into a gourmet cooking school where you will finish your lesson enjoying the fruits of your labour. Snacks, fruit and bottle water are provided on this tour. Accommodation: Magnolia Hotel (3.5*) Yangshuo
Day 8: Mon, Aug 08 2011 ­ Guilin ­ Shanghai Experience the Reed Flute Cave while transferring to/from the airport. Reed Flute Cave got its name from the verdant reeds growing outside it which are used to make flutes. Inside this water­eroded cave is a spectacular world of various stalactites, stone pillars and rock formations created by carbonate deposition. Fly from Guilin to Shanghai. The flight time is approximately 2.5 hours. Meet your driver for an airport transfer with a private vehicle and English speaking guide. Accommodation: Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden (3*) Jin Mao Tower Lobby
Day 9: Tue, Aug 09 2011 ­ Shanghai Enjoy a 3/4 day private guided tour of Shanghai taking in the Urban Planning Museum, Nanjing Rd, Bund, a cruise on the Huangpu and the character of Yuyuan Gardens. Start with a short visit to the Urban Planning Hall, a fun and informative introduction to the exciting city of Shanghai past and future. Strolling down Nanjing Rd, once listed as one of the most interesting in the world, you will arrive at the historic Bund. Enjoy a cruise on the Huangpu river that divides old Shanghai from the futuristic Pudong before venturing to the old quarter and Yuyuan gardens. Much of this tour is best done by foot. Accommodation: Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden (3*) Yuyuan Gardens
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Day 10: Wed, Aug 10 2011 ­ Shanghai Enjoy a transfer from central Shanghai with a private vehicle, driver, and English speaking guide to the Maglev station. From here you will take the train to get to the Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Kensington Tours donates a portion of proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education­based initiatives in disadvantaged communities. Accommodation: Depart Kensington Cares
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ACCOMMODATION Park Plaza Wangfujing (4*) ­ Beijing Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing showcases the city as a unique reflection of the many changing facets of contemporary Chinese culture, where ancient cultural sites vie for space alongside high­rise buildings and an intricate freeway system. This Beijing lodging is just minutes away from several popular attractions, such as Tiananmen Square, the National Museum of China, and the Forbidden City. The world­renowned services at the Park Plaza Wangfujing Hotel Beijing ensure that guests enjoy a warm and personalized stay. Guest rooms provide visitors with optimum comfort and feature contemporary amenities, including cable TV, high­speed Internet access and work desks. Enjoy the hotels other amenities, including a gymnasium and massage center. The Park Plaza Wangfujing Hotel features three on­site restaurants that offer a range of cuisines. Enjoy Asian dining at Ooodle, international dishes at Bloo Dining, and a menu of light fare at First Lounge Bar. Park Plaza Wangfujing
Room: Superior Superior Rooms feature stylish and contemporary furnishings with comfortable designs. They are well equipped with high­speed internet access, iron and ironing board, spacious executive work desk, bedside control panel, security safe box, cable television, complimentary in room coffee and tea maker, hair dryer, and a telephone. Spacious and conveniently located, Superior rooms provide optimum satisfaction. Restaurant Amenities First Lounge Bar The First Lounge Bar blends in harmoniously with the lobby and reception area, providing a convenient and sophisticated environment for a light meal or a relaxing drink. The menu changes monthly and features an appetizing selection of delicious snacks and light meals and the bar offers a full range of refreshments. Superior Room
Ooodle Ooodle, located on the ground floor, offers a delectable array of Japanese and Asian­style noodles, simple Northern Chinese cuisine and special take­out menu items. Bloo Dining One of the finest restaurants in Beijing, Bloo Dining offers a unique combination of innovative international and Asian cuisines guaranteed to please even the most exacting palate. Located on the second floor of the hotel, Bloo Dining is a smart, stylish, contemporary restaurant for corporate entertainment, social gatherings or private dining. Bloo Dining is open for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. Lobby
RECREATION AMENITIES Massage Centre The massage centre is open from daily and offers a variety of body, foot and relaxing aromatic oil massages by highly trained masseurs. Fitness Centre The gym at our Beijing hotel is open daily and features the latest fitness equipment, including treadmills, racing equipment, and weight equipment. First Lounge Bar
Grand Mercure on Renmin Square (3.5*) ­ Xi'an The Grand Mercure Xian on Renmin Square is housed in a low­rise heritage building built in 1957 on the sprawling grounds of Renmin Square Xian. With a Sino­Russian style façade fronting lush gardens, the structure is a charming blend of old, classic architecture and modern, sophisticated facilities including a stunning grand lobby. Complementing its charming ambience, Grand Mercure is a boutique hotel offering guests personalized service. Its rooms and suites are decked in contemporary Oriental décor in rich fabrics and are well equipped with complete amenities for a comfortable, convenient stay. It features a breakfast buffet restaurant and lounge; and guests have access to other facilities and services offered at its nearby sister hotel, the Sofitel Xian on Renmin Square. Room: Superior Grand Mercure Xian on Renmin Square has 202 rooms that include deluxe guestrooms and 21 suites all decorated in The Grand Mercure Xian on Renmin Square
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traditional Oriental style and at the same time equipped with essential modern facilities for all kinds of travelers. Amenities include: hair dryer, clock radio, telephone, non­smoking rooms, voicemail, minibar, WiFi internet access, air conditioning and bathroom phone. Restaurant Amenities Grand Mercure on Renmin Square Restaurants An extensive selection of international dishes for breakfast is available at Xian 57 Café while the lounge serves beverages, cocktails and finger foods in a cozy, relaxing and luxurious environment. Guests can also enjoy access to a range of outlets at Sofitel on Renmin Square, offering a superb choice for dining and entertainment. RECREATION AMENITIES lobby
Grand Mercure on Renmin Square Activities Touch Spa, located at the nearby Sofitel Xian on Renmin Square, offers the traveler the absolute retreat after a busy day. room
Sheraton Hotel Guilin (4*) ­ Guilin Ideally located alongside the Li River lies the Sheraton Guilin Hotel. Guilin has been an inspiration to Chinese poets and artists throughout the centuries and the hotel sits in the heart of this enchanting city. The hotel includes 430 guest rooms, including 19 suites. Facilities at the hotel include a pool and fitness center, and there is a golf course nearby. Room: The Standard Room The five­star deluxe city hotel boasts 430 modern well­appointed rooms, including 17 suites, some with views of the Li River and hotel garden. All rooms feature the Sheraton Sweet Sleeper (SM) Bed, individually­controlled heating and air­conditioning, flat screen LCD TV sets, and personal computer outlets. All Deluxe Rooms and Club Floor rooms feature bathtub with separate shower cubicle. Sheraton Guilin Hotel
Standard Bedroom
Restaurant Amenities Sheraton Hotel Guilin Restaurants Sit back and enjoy a comfortable atmosphere, fine cuisine, and a variety of cocktails and spirits at the restaurants and bar. Relax at the Atrium Coffee Shop, featuring international and Asian cuisine, and 24­hour dining beneath a 60­foot skylight roof. Delight in a sumptuous menu of Cantonese and Sichuan dishes and local specialties at Cathay Chinese Restaurant. The Lobby Bar is a cozy meeting place offering afternoon tea or evening cocktails with outdoor seating at the garden, waterfall, and Chinese pagoda. RECREATION AMENITIES Standard Bedroom
Sheraton Hotel Guilin Activities Swim laps in the outdoor swimming pool. Or head to the gymnasium where you'll find all the gear for your cardiovascular training, bodybuilding, or simply toning your muscles. Sauna and massage facilities are also available, as well as poolside snacks and drinks in the summer. All other activities include Boat Trips, Shopping Nearby, Massage Treatments, Tour/Excursion Service, Golf Course Nearby, Bicycle Rental, and Sauna. Sheraton Guilin Hotel Dining
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Magnolia Hotel (3.5*) ­ Yangshuo The boutique style Magnolia Hotel is located in the heart of Yangshuo, just steps away from all the hustle and bustle of West Street and the beautiful the Li River. With open plan Ming dynasty inspired decor, the 30 room Magnolia is the perfect place for guests to unwind, relax, and enjoy the Yangshuo experience. Room: Standard Standard Rooms are adorned in Ming Dynasty inspired furniture each offering guests two single beds, and a river or street view. The suite comes with a flat­screen TV, air conditioning. and complimentary toiletries. Magnolia Hotel
Restaurant Amenities Pure Lotus Stylishly fitted with stunning antique furnishings, Pure Lotus provides an exquisite vegetarian dining experience that is truly unique in the Yangshuo area. They have selected a variety of dishes that take advantage of the extensive range of locally produced fresh produce available. The mouth­watering range of dishes, some of which are unique to Pure Lotus, are a refreshing change to the standard fare on offer elsewhere. The Standard Room
The Standard Room
Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden (3*) ­ Shanghai The Marriot run Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden is a modern and luxurious property located adjacent to the Yuyuan Gardens and old quarter of downtown Shanghai. With a top­notch spa, 340 contemporary yet expressive rooms and suites offering breathtaking views across the Shanghai city skyline and a central location within reasonable distance to Shanghai's traditional attractions, this hotel offers a great luxury to value proposition well­suited to any trip. Guest rooms feature luxury custom bed fittings and modern amenities and with a choice of six restaurant and bar options and an up to date fitness facility and pool, the Renaissance Shanghai Yuyuan is an ideal choice for luxury and convenience. Deluxe Bedroom
Room: Deluxe Room Artfully balanced with just the right amenities to accommodate both business and leisure guests, the Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden offers Deluxe Rooms that are expressive yet functional, contemporarily styled with touches of whimsy in vibrant colours. Accommodations feature luxurious bedding with custom duvets and fluffy pillows, high­
speed Internet, mini­bar and refrigerator, a spacious work area, high speed internet connectivity, and large flat panelled televisions. Restaurant Amenities Yu Garden Café Yu Garden Café offers international all day dining serving organic cuisine in a casual setting. China Bistro China Bistro is open daily serving contemporary Chinese cuisine in a modern open setting. Lobby
Yu Bar Yu Bar provides a relaxing atmosphere with a splendid view over Shanghai's Old Town. Serving coffee, classic cocktails, snacks and afternoon tea and open for lunch and dinner with a casual feel. Yu Gourmet Start or finish your day at the deli style Yu Gourmet with signature hot and cold beverages made from the finest coffee and tea varieties. The Yu Gourmet also offers a wide selection of home­made cakes, chocolates as well as pastries and delicious ice cream. Lounge
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Yu Sushi is open for lunch and dinner and proudly serves contemporary Japanese dishes and mouth­watering sushi masterpieces. Yu Terrace Yu Terrace offers an alternative twist on traditional eateries offering Chinese teas, coffees and mixed coffees plus breads, pastries, panini's and ice cream. RECREATION AMENITIES Renaissance Shanghai Yu Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Fitness Center Garden Exterior
Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Fitness Center is modern and up to date with floor to ceiling windows allowing for an abundance of natural lighting and city views. Cardiovascular equipment, free weights, sauna, a jogging and fitness trail, and a beautiful blue infinity edge swimming pool complete this colourful space. Page 11 / 12
THE FINE PRINT What's Included: Guaranteed departure ­ Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary ­ Local and international traveler assistance during your tour ­ Specialised and personalised services l
What's not Included: Tips ­ Laundry ­ Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted ­ Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) ­ Vacation insurance l
Trip Terms & Conditions Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $350). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non­refundable paid fees (e.g. non­refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60­89 days will be subject to loss of 30% of program price. 30­59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to loss of 100% of program price. l Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary l Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client. l Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes. l Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.privateguided.com/terms­and­conditions l Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation. l
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CONTACT INFORMATION Your Travel Consultant: Carl Paiva (441)292­3033 35 Church Street Hamilton, Bermuda HM 12 Tel: (441) 292­3033 Fax: 441­292­3205 Page 12 / 12