Spirit of Tasmania to Launceston AGM

As Secretary, I received the following to let people know about:

TRAVELLING TO TASMANIA FOR THE 2016 AGM EVENT IN LAUNCESTON. 29th February – 6th March 2016.

Most Members will travel to Tasmania via the Spirit of Tasmania, which operates daily sailings across Bass Strait between Melbourne and Devonport. The twin ships depart from both ports at 7:30 pm, arriving at 6:00 am the following morning. During periods of high demand, Spirit of Tasmania also operates day sailings, departing from each port at 9:00 am and arriving the same day at 6:00 pm. Think of this voyage as another day’s travel to the AGM, part of the journey, part of your adventure, part of the experience. You will be sailing over 420 km, and if on an overnight sailing you will be sleeping in a bed, in a cabin. It’s another night’s accommodation.



When trying to book, some members have commented they found motorcycle space is sold out for two weeks prior and for two weeks after the 2016 AGM Event dates on the Spirit of Tasmania. We believe they are accessing their booking via the normal Spirit of Tasmania general public website and therefore getting the sold out message. Apparently quite a few members are trying to book via this site.



VERY IMPORTANT. PLEASE NOTE;

Ulysses Club members absolutely have to book via [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] or they will get a sold out message and also they won’t receive the 5% discount.



Bookings, at the discounted rate for this event, are valid for travel between 15 January 2016 – 30 June 2016.

Limited motorcycle and passenger space has been protected for:

·       Departures Melbourne to Devonport between 21 February – 29 February 2016 inclusive.

·       Departures Devonport to Melbourne between 07 March – 13 March 2016 inclusive.

Protected space will cater for motorcycles and for motorcycles with sidecars and/or trailers (all under 2.1 metres in height) until sold out. Protected space for accommodation is based on Cabins and Ocean Recliners (and Day Tickets where applicable on 0900 departures) until sold out. Alternative accommodation styles & vehicle dimensions will be subject to availability at time of booking.


Protected space will be held until close of business 11/12/2015 or until sold out. However protected space may be reviewed prior to this date and adjusted to match member interest and bookings to-date.  


All vehicles, including motorcycles, motorcycles with sidecars and/or trailers, and trikes are expertly accommodated on the vehicle decks.
There are a variety of accommodation options available including Deluxe Cabins, Twin/Four Berth Cabins, and Ocean Recliners. All cabins come equipped with a private ensuite, air conditioning/heating, bedding, towels, soap, and a 220-volt socket.
Dining and entertainment options include The Leatherwood Restaurant showcasing Tasmania's finest produce, The Captain's Table, The Lavender Cafe, The Spirit Bar, a games arcade, a children’s playroom and a cinema showing the latest movies.


We look forward to welcoming everyone to Tasmania in 2016.



Regards
Mike Meyman
Director 2016 AGM Event Launceston
Ulysses Club Inc.
Event website; [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.]