Hua Hin, Thailand. 16 to 25 October 2019.

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1 Return flights ex JNB, via Dubai (option to fly from CPT or DBN) 7 nights in a superb 4-star hotel, bed & breakfast basis 4 rounds of golf on amazing & multi award-winning courses Caddies and golf carts included for all rounds of golf From just R20 995/golfer* & R14 490/non-golfer* Including the likes of Banyan & Black Mountain golf courses, this is most definitely the must go tour for the avid golfer in 2019! The Golf Travel Company Established 1999 T: E: Info@GolfTravel.co.za 1 of 11

2 Wednesday 16 October 2019: Our lunch time flight departs from OR Tambo International in Johannesburg onboard Emirates to Dubai, where we ll stretch our legs before boarding our onward flight to Bangkok. Thursday 17 October 2019: We land mid-morning and head down the coastline to the old hometown of the Thai Royal Family and home to the best golf to be found in Thailand, and arguably Asia-Pacific. With two stunning pools and accompanying bars (one of which is perched right on the beach), lovely spacious rooms, lofty restaurant with great food, and consistently great service, we return once again to our favourite hotel in Hua Hin. After check-in, and with a little time for a power nap or a swim and a cold beer, we ll head off for a brief orientation walk to get you familiar with the surroundings and how the town works. We ll make sure you know where the closest supermarket & ATMs are, laundry, shuttles, malls, nightlife, & more. Friday 18 October 2019: We play our first round of golf today, at the stunning Springfield Royal. Rated by many in our last group to Hua Hin as the best layout on tour, this Jack Nicklaus design is as good as it gets. It s an enjoyable challenge for every level of golfer, and is the ideal way to warm up for the week ahead. The Golf Travel Company Established 1999 T: E: Info@GolfTravel.co.za 2 of 11

3 Being the start of the weekend, the nearby Cicada Market is open and is host to an array of stalls for both goods & food, as well as several performers scattered around (some on formal stages, some just playing anywhere they can find a spot). It s regarded as one of the best markets in Thailand, and is not to be missed. Better yet, it s just a 5min walk from the hotel entrance. Saturday 19 October 2019: Today s completely at leisure, but there s plenty to choose from in case putting your feet up and lazing next to the pool doesn t appeal to you. The town is full of little gems for the sightseers, like the gorgeous and brightly painted old railway station (a local monument). One of the popular options for today, which we ll arrange as an optional excursion for those who wish to go, is a trip to the infamous Bridge Over The River Kwai. Enroute back, there are a few options including a swim at the beautiful Erawan Waterfall, visiting the typical eastern floating market, or use the opportunity to taste some new world wines at the Hua Hin Vineyards. It s a unique opportunity and makes for some great photos from the deck, while sampling some local wine and a light meal from their restaurant. Keep an eye out for the elephants walking through the vineyards! The Golf Travel Company Established 1999 T: E: Info@GolfTravel.co.za 3 of 11

4 The Cicada Market is open again, as well as the Hua Hin Night Market. Alternatively, head down to the centre of town for some late night revelry. It s certainly a lot less chaotic than the infamous Pattaya & Bangkok, but you re assured of having a great time no matter what your preference. Sunday 20 October 2019: We can t take the whole weekend off, so today the golfers tackle the breathtaking Sea Pines Golf Course with several holes running right along the beach. It s a great parkland course with excellent facilities, and always in good condition. But watch out for the water The Golf Travel Company Established 1999 T: E: Info@GolfTravel.co.za 4 of 11

5 Being Sunday, it s your last chance to catch the Cicada Market if you haven t yet been or head up Chopsticks Hill (short walk along the beach from the hotel) for sunset from above. Whatever you choose, we re sure you ll make the most of it and celebrate being on holiday. Monday 21 October 2019: Banyan is right up there on the must play list when visiting Thailand, and the golfers head there today for their third round of golf nice and close to the hotel allowing maximum time after finishing to make the most of the day on holiday. From the moment you step out the van, everything is simply amazing at Banyan and we love visiting the course. From the pro shop to the facilities, course to the 19 th hole (the famed Mulliagans Irish Pub), it s fantastic and no wonder it s regularly voted the Best golfing experience in Asia and Top 3 in Asia! Natural set along the hillside, you ll enjoy spectacular mountain and sea views on a great layout which is one of the most natural in Thailand. A mix of local grass on the fairways, Paspalum on the tees and premium Bermuda grass greens make for a great mix both visually and for play. There ll be an optional excursion departing after golf, to the old Summer Palace of the Royal Family dating back to Built from teak and right on the beach, it was recently restored to its originally glory and gives a great insight into the old lifestyle and history. Enroute back, we ll make a stop at The Golf Travel Company Established 1999 T: E: Info@GolfTravel.co.za 5 of 11

6 Plearnwan for a trip back to the 50s and a look at early Hua Hin. Part market, part food mall, part fairground, it s a great way to spend the day & engross yourself in a bit of the local culture & lifestyle. Tuesday 22 October 2019: Today is completely at leisure With a host of malls and markets in town, you certainly won t struggle for choice if shopping is on your agenda. Or else, why not escape the city and explore the surrounding areas. There is plenty to be seen and done, including a variety of temples, statues and historical sites. For those who wish to head to the Khao Sam Roi Yoi National Park south of Hua Hin, we can certainly arrange an optional excursion for you to visit and explore the vast & impressive limestone hills along the Gulf of Thailand, the wetlands (the largest in Thailand) and the beautiful Phraya Nakhon Cave with its iconic royal pavilion and huge chambers. Wednesday 23 October 2019: In it s first 10 years, Black Mountain racked up a long list of accolades including seven times awarded best golf course in Thailand, three times awarded best course in Asia-Pacific and twice awarded best championship course in Asia-Pacific. As they say, leave the best for last and so it s here that we head for our fourth and final round in Hua Hin. The Golf Travel Company Established 1999 T: E: Info@GolfTravel.co.za 6 of 11

7 Once jungle and pineapple plantations, the course is surrounded by huge black granite rock covered mountains and is a visual feast looking as natural as can be and maintaining many of the landscapes original features. That black granite is used through the course in small creeks and other design elements. A test for the top professionals, it s very playable for the average golfer with every hole providing a safe route as well as a high risk, high reward option. How will you tackle it? Being the last night in Hua Hin, we re sure there ll be a party to be had and we re pretty sure it ll start at the hotel s beachside pool & bar. With a sunset like this, we won t blame you! Thursday 24 October 2019: After a morning at leisure for that last minute shopping, or sleeping late after a good finishing off party, we head back to Bangkok s Survarnabhumi International Airport for our homeward flight. Those who wish to extend the holiday have the option of a pre-packaged stop in Bangkok, staying at a 4-star hotel in an ideal location for easy exploration and easy access to get to golf, and the airport. Alternatively, you can also choose to stop off in Dubai for a few days there. For those flying home, we stop off in Dubai for a leg stretch and to say cheers to each other before we all head our different ways, depending on where in South Africa you re heading. Flights back to Johannesburg and Cape Town will arrive in South Africa mid-morning, allowing for onward travel. The Golf Travel Company Established 1999 T: E: Info@GolfTravel.co.za 7 of 11

8 Friday 25 October 2019: Those flying to Johannesburg (or Cape Town) are scheduled to land in South Africa mid-morning perfect for onward connections if you still have further to travel. We look forward to sharing Hua Hin in October this year. Got some questions? Simply get in touch with Ray Chaplin - ray@golftravel.co.za Be it delays, lost or damaged luggage, illness or medical emergency, accidents do happen and life can change in an instant. With this in mind, we highly recommend taking out a travel insurance policy that covers you no matter what life throws your way. We personally use TIC (a specialist division of Santam), and you can check out the cover options online simply click here. The Golf Travel Company Established 1999 T: E: Info@GolfTravel.co.za 8 of 11

9 The tour package, plus optional add-ons» THAILAND TOUR PACKAGE GOLFER NON-GOLFER Sharing Single Sharing Single 4-Star Hua Hin Tour, October 2019 R R R R Optional Bangkok stay (price is an indication only & subject to quote at time of booking) Per room - Per night, including breakfast (for 1 or 2 people) R The package includes» Return economy flights on Emirates from Johannesburg, with 2 x 23kg luggage policy o Flights from Cape Town or Durban are possible, with fare adjustment. 7 nights in a 4-star hotel (bed & full buffet breakfast basis) Private, air-conditioned coach airport tranfers 4 rounds on 4 stunning courses, with a long list of awards in the cabinets o Including caddies, buggies & private transfers in air-conditioned minivans Experienced tour leader Sightseeing programme and on-site assistance for activities for non-golfers as well as on non-golf days (with coordinated optional group outings) Comprehensive pre-tour literature about the tour, the destinations and the attractions Not included» Airport taxes (currently R4725) Medical and cancellation insurance (chat to us about Travel Insurance) Activities & entrance fees not specified, or mentioned as optional Optional golf Meals & drinks not specified Gratuities (caddy tips are compulsory) Extension tours Please note» 1. A deposit of R4 500 per person is required to secure your place on the tour. 2. All prices are strictly subject to exchange rate fluctuations. 3. Tour members will be able to leave the group at the end of the tour and extend their stay. A nominal levy for the extension may be charged by the airline. 4. Tour pricing is based on EFT payments only. Cash, cheque and international deposit fees will be for the account of the depositor. 5. South African passport holders do NOT currently require a visa for Thailand. 6. A handicap certificate issued by the player s club not more than 10 days prior to departure should be carried during the tour Passengers over the age of 65 years on the date of departure will be required to supply a medical certificate of good health. 8. Both pages of the booking form must be completed in full by each passenger. 9. A colour scan of your passport info page is required at the time of booking. The Golf Travel Company Established 1999 T: E: Info@GolfTravel.co.za 9 of 11

10 PERSONAL INFORMATION» BOOKING FORM Please note: Both pages are to be completed, signed and submitted along with your passport scan & tour deposit. TITLE: SURNAME: [exactly as per passport] FIRST NAMES: [exactly as per passport] PREFERRED NAME: [for name tag] RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS: CODE: DATE OF BIRTH: CELLPHONE: TELEPHONE: [work] ID NUMBER: TELEPHONE: [home] FAX: [in CAPS please] PASSPORT INFORMATION» COUNTRY: DATE OF ISSUE: NUMBER: DATE OF EXPIRY: HUA HIN OCTOBER 2019 PACKAGE» WILL YOU BE PLAYING GOLF? YES NO CURRENT HANDICAP: ACCOMMODATION REQUIRED: SINGLE SHARING IF SHARING, WITH WHOM? WOULD YOU LIKE TO EXTEND YOUR STAY IN THE EAST? YES NO If yes, please specify your desired arrival date back in South Africa WOULD YOU LIKE A STOPOVER STAY IN DUBAI ENROUTE BACK? YES NO If yes, please specify your desired arrival date back in South Africa MEDICAL / EMERGENCY INFORMATION» EMERGENCY CONTACT: FAMILY DOCTOR: PHONE: PHONE: SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS: SIGNATURE: DATE: Please also complete page 2 The Golf Travel Company Established 1999 T: E: Info@GolfTravel.co.za 10 of 11

11 PAYMENT» Please ensure you use the correct banking details AND payment reference for this tour (outlined below) and send payment confirmation directly to I have transferred R into the account: Account name: The Golf Travel Company Bank: Investec A/C Number: Branch: 100 Grayston Drive Branch Code: Reference: Your Surname + HuaHin GENERAL INFORMATION AND TOUR CONDITIONS: Price: The price of the tour is subject to Standard Terms and Conditions, exchange rates and airfares and taxes at time of final payment. Only EFT payments are accepted (NO credit card payments). The price of the package is based on a minimum of 20 passengers and a reduction in this number may lead to a price adjustment for the tour package. Deposit and Payment: A deposit of R4500,00 PER PERSON is payable on booking and is not refundable unless in the case of the cancellation of the tour by the tour operators. You are therefore encouraged to take out travel insurance which includes a cancellation clause. A tour package statement will be ed to you approximately 2 months (60-70 days) prior to departure and the full package price is payable within 72 hours (3 days) of presentation. No cancellations can be accepted after 10 weeks (70 days) prior to departure, and the full relevant package price for the tour is payable if cancellations are received after this date. If the booking is made 10 weeks or less before departure date, the full contract price is to be paid at the time of booking and may be subject to late ticket issue fees from the airline. A late payment fee of R250 per person will be charged automatically on all accounts not settled by the stipulated date. By signing these Terms & Conditions, the passenger confirms he/she understands that the Land Arrangement portion of the package will be deductible from the travel allowance which forms part of their single discretionary allowance of R1-million per annum, as per Soith African Exchange Control rulings. Itinerary: The itinerary details are subject to airline timetable changes, as well as weather and technical influences. Handicaps: All golfers must be able to provide proof of handicap if required by golf clubs while on tour. We may apply the Nomads adjustment system if and when required. Passport, Visas & Health requirements: We provide basic advice to South African passport holders regarding visa requirements. Clients travelling on a passport of a different nationality should check with their embassy or consulate and must make sure they have all the necessary valid travel and health documents to comply with the requirements of the country they are visiting or travelling through. Clients are advised to travel on one passport for the duration of the tour to ensure compliance with the latest travel regulations. All passports must be valid for at least 6 months after your scheduled date of return home. Liabilities: The Golf Travel Company and/or their agents, in making arrangements for air and land services, act as agents only and on condition that they shall not be liable for any injury, death, damage, loss, accidental delay or irregularity that may be occasioned by any defect in any vehicle or form of conveyance or mishap at any place of accommodation, or for any reason whatsoever. Travel Insurance: Passengers are advised to have travel insurance for injury, death, accident and medical expenses, enforced pre-tour cancellation and loss of luggage. Changes to bookings: In the event of a change being made to your flight arrangements, including post-tour extensions and breakaways, an additional fee will be charged by the operating airline. Please consult our office for this additional charge which varies by airline and destination. Contact Details: It is the responsibility of the client to notify The Golf Travel Company if the client s contact details chnage, including addess, street address and contact telephone number. The Golf Travel Company shall not be liable for any claims of any nature whatsoever resulting from non-notification of the and/ or street address changes. Special requests and contact with hotels and airlines: The Golf Travel Company shall forward all special requests received to the relevant hotel and / or airline / golf club when requested, but cannot accept responsibility for non-delivery on the part of the supplier. Under no circumstances may the client make contact in any manner with hotels and airlines as this is expressly forbidden by hotels and airlines in the group booking contract. All requests must be routed via The Golf Travel Company for forwarding to the relevant party. Cancellations and Refunds: No refund can be made for visits, sightseeing, meals, transfers, accommodation, golf or other services included in the tour price which were not utilized. Should the client wish to cancel for whatever reason, The Golf Travel Company must be advised in writing under the signature of the customer. No air tickets will be issued until full and final payment is received and the airline s late ticket issue levy will apply in the event of late payment. Medical Certificate: A doctor s certificate confirming good health will be required for passengers 65 years and older. Golf cars: The Golf Travel Company will book golf cars when requested to do but cannot accept responsibility for availability or restrictions on use on the day due to inclement weather or club restrictions Bookings: The Golf Travel Company reserves the right to decline any booking, at the time it is made, without stating the reason for the nonacceptance of the bookings. Any deposit made for a declined booking will be refunded in full. Acceptance of terms & conditions: This signed booking form will be deemed to be acceptance of these Terms & Conditions. No booking can be confirmed until the completed and signed form is received and the deposit reflects on The Golf Travel Company s bank statement. By confirming this booking, you are agreeing to accept our terms & conditions and any charges for amendents to, or cancellation, of your booking. LEGAL NAME [print]: SIGNATURE: DATE: The Golf Travel Company Established 1999 T: E: Info@GolfTravel.co.za 11 of 11