We are pleased to present to you our brochure for the All Blacks' historic test match against the Wallabies to be played in Hong Kong on Saturday 30 October 2010. The prospect of watching the All Blacks play on foreign soil is always a big drawcard for New Zealand rugby fans. To see them play in the heart of Asia will be a treat indeed and one that should not be missed.
Williment Sports Travel is proud to be the sole operator of "ALL BLACKS TRAVEL" – PROUDLY BY WILLIMENT. The package you purchase is licensed and endorsed by the NZRU. We are offering total flexibility in our options - you can go to Hong Kong earlier or stay on after. We have provided you with hotel & ticket packages, and a range of flight add-ons is available to you. You can be part of a group, or travel independently. This is a 'trip for the boys', a 'trip for the girls', or a 'trip for couples and groups of friends'. It is an ideal reward for employees and customers, and a sought-after corporate incentive event. Whatever the reason, this rugby weekend in Hong Kong will be a winner!
Hong Kong is the epitome of 'New Asia' with a fascinating blend of Asian and Western cultures mixing together in business and leisure lifestyles enjoyed by residents and visitors alike. Ten years ago the administration of Hong Kong was passed from the British to the Chinese Government. The Chinese recognised the importance of Hong Kong as a trading base and gateway to the western economic world and so left the city state to carry on much as it had under the British regime. Locals might say that some things have changed, but they cannot deny that their standard of living is amongst the highest in the modern world.
Tourism, meetings and conventions are an important aspect to Hong Kong's undoubted success story. The Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre is one of Hong Kong's defining landmarks, which was opened in time for the 'handover' ceremony from British to Chinese administration back in 1997. From a sporting perspective Horse Racing promoted by the Hong Kong Jockey Club, and the famous Hong Kong Sevens tournament have jointly funded a modern and well-positioned National Stadium in the Causeway Bay district of Hong Kong Island. With a capacity of 40,000 mostly covered seats, this venue is predicted to be sold-out well in advance of the test match in October.
Today Hong Kong is a cruising and airline hub in the centre of Asia, with close transport and trading links to North America, China, South East Asia, the Pacific, the Middle East and Europe.
Investment in developments and infrastructure has leapt ahead under Chinese rule with many 'mega-projects' being completed in the past ten years. Today, Hong Kong is a vibrant, exciting city of the world, with a myriad of attractions, classy hotels, endless dining options and shopping that meets all budgets; from markets to malls and boutiques to department stores, Hong Kong really has it all.
Since 1985 we have been arranging annual tours and packages to the famous Hong Kong Sevens. Literally thousands of New Zealanders have travelled with Williment Sports Travel to Hong Kong over the past 25 years. Our experienced staff know Hong Kong intimately and can provide valuable advice on most aspects of this exciting destination. Williment Sports Travel has been organising packages and tours following the All Blacks for over forty years. We have earned an enviable reputation for quality tour arrangements at a reasonable price. We do not skimp on inclusions, but we strive to provide good value for money and a lasting, once-in-a-lifetime experience. A testimony to our success is the large number of 'repeat' clients that we welcome back, time and again.
From Hong Kong you could extend your holiday into China or you could take our Rugby & Racing Tour, which includes the Melbourne Cup after Hong Kong. Then there is the wonderful Grand Slam Tour opportunity following the All Blacks in the UK and Ireland as they take on England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales on consecutive weekends after the Hong Kong test.
Please read on and we look forward to you joining our tours to Hong Kong in October.
With kind regards to all.
Yours sincerely,
The team at Williment Sports Travel.
