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ISSUE NO. 96 OCTOBER 2016 IF UNDELIVERED PLEASE RETURN TO HOLIDAY EXPLORERS

BOOKINGS CLOSE FRI 28th OCT 2016

TOURIST & CARER INFO’ please read

IMPORTANT NEWS on page 2

Peter, Sam, Stuart and the Three Wise Monkeys in Darwin.

Having fun on holidays with your mates…

ISSUE NO. 93 OCTOBER 2015

IF UNDELIVERED PLEASE RETURN TO HOLIDAY EXPLORERS

BOOKINGS CLOSE MON 2nd NOV. 2015

IMPORTANT NEWS and THANKYOUS on page 2

Lissette, Rose-Marie, Ashlee, Kimberley, Doreen, Paula and Maria travelling like royalty in Melbourne

Holidaytime

Holiday Explorers 1 Brand Street Beulah Park South Australia 5067Phone 08 8331 2399 | Fax 08 8331 2644 | Web www.holidayexplorers.com.au | Email travel@holidayexplorers.com.au

VERY IMPORTANT NEWS!! TOURISTS / CARERS / MANAGERS / STAFF

AGM & HALLOWEEN PARTY– NEW VENUE!!

You are invited to our AGM & Halloween Party on Sunday the 30th October 2016 at the S.A.

Museum (invitation enclosed) Please phone 8331 2399 to RSVP.

Our Annual Report will be available on the day or con-tact the office for a hard or electronic copy.

See you there!

HOLIDAY EXPLORERS NDIS INFO SESSIONS We will be holding information sessions over the

coming months to help people prepare.

Conducted by an experienced NDIS Plan Manager, they will focus on how to include

Holiday Explorers in your NDIS plan for holidaying with us.

The Plan Manager will also be at the AGM to meet and chat with you.

Please indicate on the booking form if you are interested in attending or contact our Client

Coordinators on 8331 2399.

2016 / 2017 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL

Thank you for renewing your membership, we look forward to providing fantastic holidays for

you. Let us know if you have any special requests for new holidays and activities.

NEW MEMBER ENQUIRIES

New members and ex-members are welcome to join Holiday Explorers. Please contact our Client

Coordinators on 8331 2399 to arrange this.

PEOPLES CHOICE CREDIT UNION COMMUNITY LOTTERY

A big thank you to all our ticket sellers and purchasers. You all helped to raise $8,400 for Holiday Explorers. This years top sellers were:

1st – Sue Green 6th – Daryl Knight 1st – Andra Hein 7th – Todd Lumsden 3rd – Paul Morrissy 8th – Erika Rynes 4th – Lorraine McMahon 9th – Daryle Collins 5th – Shirley Dunn 10th – Janet Leske

taking home a great range of extra prizes. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

RESPONSIBILITY: Holiday Explorers (HX) insurance policy provides limited cover for liability that arises from the actions of tour participants while on holiday. A copy of our policy is available at our office. HX acts only as a broker for accommodation or transportation providers where such service providers are involved in the holiday. All documents issued in such cases are subject to any and all terms and conditions under which these services are provided. HX take no responsibility for persons while under the auspices of the principal provider of travel rights. HX is a non-profit organisation which does not carry on the business of a Travel Agent and is not a member of any travel industry compensation fund.

HX recommends Tourists have appropriate health insurance, ambulance cover and travel insurance.

HOW TO BOOK A TOUR

Our next issue of Holidaytime will be sent to you in February 2017

Tourists must be financial members to receive their copy of Holidaytime and to make a booking.

Please direct any Membership enquiries to our Client Coordinators Ph: 8331 2399.

Membership criteria available on our website: www.holidayexplorers.com.au

NEXT ISSUE NO. 97

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YOUR CONDITIONS OF TRAVEL

Tourists & their families need to be aware of our Conditions of Travel. We have highlighted some of these on page 7 and a complete copy is provided with your membership information.

Please complete the enclosed booking form and MAIL it to us. Alternatively, you may email or fax your holiday preferences to us.

Bookings for all holidays in this issue will only be accepted before 4.00pm Fri, 28th Oct 2016

We then allocate holidays according to people’s requests, preferences and to establish compatible tour groups. (Please make sure you put your 1st preference 1st)

Priority for holidays is given to members who live with parents or other unpaid carers; then to mem-bers who live independently and then to all other members.

All bookings are tentative until you receive written confirmation by way of an itinerary for your holiday. You must pay the deposit by the due date, as specified in your itinerary, to secure your place on your holiday.

We will let you know whether or not you have a place on a holiday if you return the booking form to us before the above closing date. (Refer to information & dates on back of booking form)

You may continue to enquire about holidays after the booking period has closed as sometimes there are vacancies and cancellations. Such requests are placed on the ‘standby list’.

Please do not select longer holidays if you are not able to attend the Pre-tour meeting, except for Tourists living in the Country who may have a phone briefing instead.

If you have any questions about making a booking please phone Holiday Explorers on 8331 2399.

BOOKINGS CLOSE: Fri, 28th October 2016

HOFBRAHAUS GERMAN CONCERT Clap and sing along to traditional German style dancers and folk bands at the Old Mill in Hahndorf. During the concert enjoy a magnificent smorgasbord lunch. DT17-22 Sunday, November 27 SE17-06 Sunday, November 27 (for over 60 year olds) FEE: $70 Wheelchair Accessible

ADELAIDE COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB Clap your hands, tap your feet, try line dancing and enjoy great Country Music and lunch with the club members. DT17-31 Sunday, February 5 DT17-38 Sunday, April 2 FEE: $55 Wheelchair Accessible

RIVER MURRAY CRUISE We drive to Murray Bridge for a relaxing cruise on the Murray River, enjoying lunch as we cruise along. We’ll visit the Bunyip and other tourist attractions. DT17-23 Tuesday, December 6 SE17-08 Tuesday, December 13 (for over 60 year olds) FEE: $70

LEARN TO SURF DAY SA Disabled Surfers Assoc. have wetsuits, life jackets, vests, modified surf boards, boogie boards, beach games and lots of people to help you in the water. Enjoy a BBQ lunch too. DT17-32 Sunday, February 12 DT17-37 Sunday, March 26 FEE: $55 Partly Wheelchair Accessible

THEATRE: SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN This famous musical is coming to Adelaide, we will watch the amazing dancers and see it rain inside. SE17-07 Saturday, December 10 (for over 60 year olds) DT17-24 Sunday, December 11 (North) DT17-25 Sunday, December 18 (South) FEE: $125 Wheelchair Accessible

ADELAIDE ZOO & POPEYE CRUISE A great day out visiting the zoo and a ride on Popeye along the River Torrens. SE17-09 Sunday, February 19 (for over 60 year olds) DT17-36 Sunday, March 19 DT17-40 Monday, April 17 (Easter Monday) FEE: $75 Partly Wheelchair Accessible

THEATRE: DUSTY

‘Dusty. The Look. The Legend. The Musical ’ tells the story of legendary 60’s pop star Dusty Springfield. Hear classic songs like “You Don’t Have To Say You Love Me”. DT17-26 Sunday, January 8 DT17-27 Saturday, January 14 FEE: $120 Wheelchair Accessible

COOPERS BREWERY TOUR Tour South Australia’s iconic Coopers Brewery, and see where the beer is made. We’ll taste some of the famous beers as well. We’ll enjoy a relaxing lunch and maybe visit another local brewery. DT17-33 Friday, February 24 FEE: $80 Wheelchair Accessible

AUSTRALIA DAY IN ADELAIDE Celebrate Aussie Day with a BBQ & watching a parade or flag raising ceremony. We can choose to celebrate Australia Day at the beach or in the city. DT17-28 Thursday, January 26 FEE: $60 Wheelchair Accessible

CLIPSAL 500’ CAR RACING The big V8’s are in town! A day at the track to see V8’s sedans, utes and trackside entertainment. DT17-34 Sunday, March 5 FEE: $175 Partly Wheelchair Accessible No home pick-up / drop-off for this trip.

ROCKIN’ ON THE BEACH Summer style rock ’n’ roll with live music at the beach. Hawaiian shirts, a picnic lunch and maybe a wade in the water if it’s a hot day. DT17-29 Sunday, January 29 FEE: $55 Wheelchair Accessible

FRINGE FESTIVAL A day of fun and entertainment at the Adelaide Fringe Festival activities. We’ll see buskers, street theatre and enjoy a picnic lunch and carnival atmosphere. DT17-35 Monday, March 13 (Adelaide Cup Day) FEE: $65 Wheelchair Accessible

PORT RIVER DOLPHIN CRUISE The cruise boat goes along the Port River to see the local Dolphins and watch the scenery while enjoying lunch. DT17-30 Sunday, January 29 SE17-10 Sunday, February 26 (for over 60 year olds) FEE: $70 Wheelchair Accessible

ROCK ‘N’ ROLL RENDEZVOUS Rock ‘n Roll at Birdwood Motor Museum with dancing, demos, live music & cool cars from the 50’s & 60’s. A colourful carnival atmosphere with Elvis and more! DT17-39 Sunday, April 10 FEE: $65 Wheelchair Accessible

ONE DAY TOURS

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Day Trip Home Pick-up / Drop-off Service Available for most trips for tourists living in our designated Adelaide

Metro Area, however Central pick-up/drop-off locations are required for some day trips due to limited time available to travel to the day’s activities & availability of drivers. We’ll let you know in your itinerary if a central location is required.

WEEKEND HOLIDAYS

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ROLLER DERBY & TEN PIN BOWLING Watch Mens National Roller Deprby Championship in fast and furious skating competition. There will be teams from all around Australia competing. We’ll go Ten Pin Bowling too. WA17-26 Sat - Sun, November 26 - 27 FEE $180 Wheelchair Accessible

MURRAY BRIDGE NIGHT CRUISE The highlight is an evening cruise on the River Murray. We may also go to Monarto Zoo to watch the wild animals up close and visit other attractions too. WA17-35 Sat - Sun, January 21 - 22 FEE: $180

BASKETBALL We cheer on the 36’ers, and the Lightning if they are playing. We may play some basketball or other sports games too. WA17-27 Sat - Sun, December 3 - 4 v Perth WA17-38 Sat - Sun, February 4 - 5 v New Zealand FEE: $170 Wheelchair Accessible

ELVIS BIRTHDAY DANCE The Sound of Elvis Fan Club of SA host a fun night with Elvis music, a live band and dancing. You could dress up as Elvis and grow your sideburns for this trip! WA17-36 Sat - Sun, January 21 - 22 FEE: $170 Wheelchair Accessible

ADELAIDE HILLS & MT BARKER XMAS PAGEANT A weekend in the Hills, we can go to the Mt Barker Christmas Pageant, hear the Christmas carols and other sightseeing. WA17-28 Sat - Sun, December 3 - 4 FEE: $180 Wheelchair Accessible

BEACHHOUSE A visit to The BeachHouse with fun bumper boats and lots of other rides. We will visit other Adelaide tourist attractions. WA17-39 Sat - Sun, February 4 - 5 FEE: $185 Wheelchair Accessible

VICTOR HARBOR & GOOLWA We’ll stay near the coast and visit local tourist attractions. A ride on the Cockle Train or a visit to Urimbirra Wildlife Park might be popular too. WA17-29 Sat - Sun, December 3 - 4 WA17-37 Sat - Sun, January 28 - 29 FEE: $195 Wheelchair Accessible

ROCK ‘N ROLL DANCING A rock ‘n’ roll dance lesson on Saturday to get us in the groove for dancing. Choose from a night of dancing for Valentines Day or the Rendezvous at Birdwood. WA17-40 Sat - Sun, February 11 - 12 Valentines Dance WA17-46 Sat - Sun, April 8 - 9 R’n’R Rendezvous FEE: $180 Wheelchair Accessible

SANTA’S WONDERLAND & XMAS TOY RUN Visit Santa’s Wonderland, with rides and ice skating. We’ll watch the Motorbike Christmas Toy Run on Sunday morning. WA17-30 Sat - Sun, December 10 - 11 FEE: $180 Partly Wheelchair Accessible

SAILABILITY AT GOOLWA A safe and fun way to learn to sail. Lots of people to help you in specially designed boats. (Caters for all ability levels). WA17-41 Sat - Sun, February 18 - 19 FEE: $175 Wheelchair Accessible

THEATRE: SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN This famous musical is coming to Adelaide, we will watch the amazing dancers, enjoy classic songs and see it rain inside. WA17-31 Sat - Sun, December 17 - 18 FEE: $220 Wheelchair Accessible

ASO PERFORMS “DAVID BOWIE” Experience the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra at the Festival Theatre perform music celebrating the legacy of David Bowie WA17-42 Sat - Sun, February 18 - 19 FEE: $190 Wheelchair Accessible

ADELAIDE UNITED SOCCER Watch all the action of this top level soccer as we see Ade-laide United v Melbourne Victory at Coopers Stadium. WA17-32 Sat - Sun, January 7 - 8 FEE: $180 Wheelchair Accessible

CLIPSAL 500’ CAR RACING A weekend of V8 action. Watch the sedans, utes and lots of fast action, and stay for the concert on Saturday night. WA17-43 Sat - Sun, March 4 - 5 FEE: $300 Wheelchair Accessible

JOHN FARNHAM AT MANNUM Sit by the River and enjoy the legendary John Farnham as he performs his famous songs. We will enjoy other activites in the Riverland over the weekend. WA17-33 Sat - Sun, January 14 - 15 FEE: $260 Partly Wheelchair Accessible

BAROSSA AIR SHOW Watch the non-stop aerial action at the Barossa Airshow. Lots of planes, amusements and aviation displays. There may be the option of a helicopter ride too. WA17-44 Sat - Sun, April 1 - 2 FEE: $185 Partly Wheelchair Accessible

BAROSSA BOWLING & MINI GOLF We drive to the Barossa visit the Whispering Wall and other sights, then its time for Ten Pin Bowling and Mini Golf. WA17-34 Sat - Sun, January 14 - 15 WA17-47 Sat - Sun, April 8 - 9 FEE: $180 Wheelchair Accessible

MURRAY BRIDGE SPEEDWAY See the speedcars at Murray Bridge Riverview Speedway. Lots of action, spills and see the cars up close in the pits. We may go on a River Murray Cruise or visit Monarto Zoo. WA17-45 Sat - Sun, April 1 - 2 FEE: $190 Partly Wheelchair Accessible

AUSTRALIA TEST CRICKET—3 DAYS Watch three days of the action when Australia plays South Africa in the day-night test at Adelaide Oval. We’ll tour local attractions and may have a game of cricket in the park. LWA17-07 Fri - Sun, November 25 - 27 FEE: $340 Wheelchair Accessible

P.S. MURRAY PRINCESS RIVER CRUISE— 5 DAYS This is a great way to celebrate Australia Day. The Murray Princess is a huge historic Paddlewheeler cruising from Mannum along the River Murray. Fine dining, luxury cabins, entertainment & a few stops on the way make this a great way to see the river and relax in style. Other activities may include a speedboat ride. CT17-02 Mon - Fri, January 23 - 27 (Australia Day) FEE: $955 Wheelchair Accessible

LOXTON XMAS LIGHTS — 4 DAYS We’ll tour the Loxton Riverland region, enjoy a River Mur-ray cruise and visit the Historical Pioneer Village. At night we’ll see the fantastic Christmas light display and watch the Loxton Christmas Pageant. HX17-08 Thurs - Sun, December 9 - 12 FEE: $450 Wheelchair Accessible *Priority for Country Members living East of Adelaide*

TASSIE & WOODEN BOAT FESTIVAL—6 DAYS We fly to Hobart via a quick stopover in Melbourne. The highlight will be the Australian Wooden Boat Festival. There are lots of other places to visit including historic Port Ar-thur, National Parks, Wildlife Parks, markets and more. HX17-10 Thurs - Tues, February 9 - 14 FEE: $1,125

PROUD MARY RIVER CRUISE —3 DAYS The Proud Mary is an old Paddle Cruiser with great viewing decks, twin share cabins & fine dining for cruising along the River Murray between Murray Bridge & Mannum. There are activities on the riverbank along the way.

CT17-01 Fri* - Sun, January 6 - 8 CT17-03 Fri* - Sun, February 17 - 19 FEE: $460 *Trip departs 3.45pm Fri

CANBERRA — 5 DAYS We fly to Canberra for a holiday in Australia’s capital city. The Australian War Memorial, Parliament House, Canberra Space Centre for star gazing, Science & Technology Centre and the Aust. Sports Institute are on our list of places to choose from during our visit. HX17-11 Thurs - Mon, March 2 - 6 FEE: $1,000

MELBOURNE: AUST’ OPEN TENNIS & SIGHTS — 6 DAYS Travel by The Overland train on the daytime service. Watch the best tennis platers at the Australian Open & go sight-seeing to places like St Kilda, the Vic Markets, Zoo, & more. HX17-09 Mon - Sat, January 16 - 21* FEE: $800 NB: *Dates may change slightly*

STANSBURY & YORKE PENINSULA — 4 DAYS Visit the Yorke Peninsula and stay near the beach at Stansbury. Visit local attractions, go for walks along the beach, take a dip in the calm waters and try fishing. HX17-12 Fri - Mon, March 10 - 13 (inc. Long Weekend) FEE: $450 *Priority for people living North of Adelaide*

STRIKERS BIG BASH CRICKET — 2 WEEK DAYS A twenty20 action packed game of cricket at Adelaide Oval, Adelaide v’s Melbourne. We’ll tour local attractions and maybe do a tour of the oval. WN17-04 Mon - Tues, January 16 - 17 FEE: $180 Wheelchair Accessible

SAILABILITY AT GOOLWA— 3 DAYS A safe and fun way to learn to sail. Lots of people to help you in specially designed boats. (Caters for all ability levels). We will also enjoy other activities over the weekend. LWA17-08 Sat - Mon, March 11 - 13 (Long Weekend) FEE: $350 Partly Wheelchair Accessible

Hot Weather Guidelines

All trips will proceed in hot weather, however the itinerary will be modified and the trip may be

shortened. Please ensure your Tourist/s bring ‘sun smart’ items for their trip; hat & sunscreen (must be worn when outdoors), water bottle, hand towel or

wash cloth for wetting, sunglasses if they wear them.

We provide an esky with ice & additional water. We’ll visit venues with air-conditioning, shaded areas

or cooler coastal areas.

Vehicles are air-conditioned.

If you have health concerns related to hot weather please speak with our Client Coordinators.

HOLIDAY ITINERARY TIMING FOR #96 If a holiday is NOT allocated to you, a letter with this advice will be sent by the 2nd Dec 2016. If a holiday IS allocated to you, an itinerary for that holiday will be sent as per the dates below. Please pay by the due date to confirm your acceptance or please call us asap if you don’t wish to go so we can offer the holiday to someone else. - Nov itineraries to be sent by 9th Nov 2016 - Dec itineraries to be sent by 18th Nov 2016 - Jan itineraries to be sent by 16th Dec 2016 - Feb itineraries to be sent by 16th Jan 2017 - Mar itineraries to be sent by 10th Feb 2017 - Apr itineraries to be sent by 24th Feb 2017

LONGER HOLIDAYS FROM 3 TO 10 DAYS - PART 1

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MT GAMBIER & STH’ EAST FIELD DAYS — 5 DAYS Our holiday goes to Mt Gambier as we explore the scenic South East of SA. We will go to the South East Field Days at Lucindale to see everything agricultural. We may go on a boat cruise, walk around the famous Blue Lake HX17-13 Fri - Tues, March 16 - 21 FEE: $625 *Priority for people living South of Adelaide*

KANGAROO ISLAND - BY PLANE — 4 DAYS We fly in a small plane to Kingscote for our Kangaroo Island Adventure. We’ll go to world famous attractions like Seal Bay, Kelly Caves and National Parks. The Fairy Penguin Tour is always a highlight. HX17-15 Mon - Thurs, April 3 - 7 FEE $725

RENMARK ROCKS ON — 3 DAYS There will be lots of dancing and live music at the Renmark Rock ‘n’ Roll Festival. We’ll visit other Riverland towns and go for a cruise on the River Murray. LWA17-09 Fri - Sun, March 17 - 19 FEE: $360 Wheelchair Accessible *Priority for people living East of Adelaide*

KANGAROO ISLAND - BY FERRY — 5 DAYS We go on the Ferry from Cape Jervis to Penneshaw for our Kangaroo Island Adventure. We’ll go to world famous attractions like Seal Bay, Kelly Caves and National Parks. The Fairy Penguin Tour is always a highlight. HX17-16 Mon - Fri, April 3 - 8 FEE $750

HORSHAM ROCK ‘N’ ROLL FESTIVAL — 4 DAYS We’ll drive to Horsham for the annual Rock ‘n’ Roll Music Festival. Bands come from all over Australia to perform. Prizes for the best dressed and best dancers. We’ll join in the dancing and listen to music. HX17-14 Thurs - Sun, March 23 - 26 FEE: $550 *Priority for people living South of Adelaide*

EASTER: P.S. MURRAY PRINCESS RIVER CRUISE — 4 DAYS This is a great way to celebrate Easter. The Proud Mary is an old Paddle Cruiser with great viewing decks, twin share cabins & fine dining for cruising along the River Murray between Murray Bridge & Mannum. There are activities on the riverbank along the way & a ‘tinnie’ ride to explore the small waterways. CT17-04 Fri - Mon, April 14 - 17 (Easter) FEE: $955 Wheelchair Accessible

CAMPING & KAYAKING WITH DOLPHINS — 3 DAYS Experience camping at Adelaide Shores Resort, and sleep in Safari tents, (BYO sleeping bag) and cook in the camp kitchen. Kayaking at Garden Island learning to paddle in stable sea kayaks. LWA17-10 Fri - Sun, March 24 - 26 FEE: $400

EASTER: PORT AUGUSTA — 4 DAYS We tour Pt Augusta, the Flinders Ranges, Aridlands and outback and join in with local Easter events. We’ll take a ride on the Pichi Richi Railway and explore the local area. HX17-17 Fri - Mon, April 14 - 17 (Easter) FEE: $550 Partly Wheelchair Accessible

KAYAKING WITH DOLPHINS — 3 DAYS Go kayaking at Garden Island learning to paddle in stable sea kayaks. This trip stays in cabins at a caravan park, swim in the heated pool and have fun in the games room. LWA17-11 Fri - Sun, March 24 - 26 FEE: $470 Partly Wheelchair Accessible

OVERSEAS: HAWAII — 9 DAYS Fly to Hawaii & stay in Honolulu. We’ll go swimming at the famous Waikiki Beach and try surfing. We will tour the is-land and enjoy the local foods. OS17-02 Thur - Fri, Oct 12 - 20, 2017 (date may change) FEE: $3,500 Passport Essential

Next edition of Holidaytime - Issue #97, due out February 2017, will contain holidays for

APRIL, MAY, JUNE, JULY 2017. Let us know if you have any ideas for new holidays.

LONGER HOLIDAYS FROM 3 TO 10 DAYS—PART 2

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MOST LONGER TRIPS HAVE A PRE-TOUR MEETING WHICH TOURISTS & AT LEAST ONE CARER MUST ATTEND, (EXCEPT FOR COUNTRY RESIDENTS). PLEASE CONSIDER THIS WHEN SELECTING TRIPS. (Details are included in the itineraries)

Meet & Greet Service for Country Tourists: Holiday Explorers can meet you in Adelaide if arriving by bus, plane or

train and escort you to the holiday departure and then likewise, assist you at the end of the holiday. If a Holiday Explorers holiday is going through / near where you live in the country, a central pick-up / drop-off location may be arranged. If you are interested in these options please make a note on your Booking Form. Once the holiday is confirmed we send more details with your holiday itin-erary. Call us if you have queries about how the Meet & Greet Service works.

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HOLIDAYS FOR TOURISTS REQUIRING PAID SUPPORT

Holidays for Tourists requiring paid & / or a higher level of support beyond what our VOLUNTEERS are able to provide please note the following:

Paid / Higher Support usually requires either 1 or 2 trained staff (min Certificate 3 qualification) to provide support. This may include medication administration, manual handling & mobility support, maintaining personal hygiene, behaviour management, monitoring a medical condition and providing a response.

The Tourist / Carer is required to cover the costs for staff engaged to provide paid / high support as we are not funded to provide this level of support. However, we work with other agencies who do provide funding and we are able to make a referral and assist you to apply for financial assistance.

Individualised funding from DCSI - You may chose to use your DCSI allocation if you have funds available. Call us if you would like help with this.

We will advise you if we have observed a change in support needs or we think paid support may be required. If you are aware of any changes to support needs please let us know on the booking form or contact our Service Delivery Team asap.

If you require a fully wheelchair accessible or high level of mobility support option please choose from the holidays marked with the ‘’ symbol.

Our Values:- Inclusiveness, Respect, Fairness, Integrity, Personal Development

WHEELCHAIR / WALKING FRAME ACCESS? Holidays that are more accessible have been marked ‘’. If there is a holiday that you would like to go on, but is not marked as accessible, please call to see if we can modify the itinerary and organise suitable transport and accommodation. We are always happy to try.

Who are Holiday Explorers? Holiday Explorers Inc., a non-profit association established in 1988, provides holidays for South Australians with intellectual disability over 16 years of age, and at the same time offering respite for their families / carers.

How much do the holidays cost? The fee for a Holiday Explorers holiday is based on what any-one in the community would pay for a similar holiday. It co-vers the cost of your main meals, accommodation, transport, entrance fees and activities as per the itinerary. It doesn’t cover personal purchases, souvenirs, snacks or drinks. N.B. Due to the change from block funding to NDIS and My Aged Care funding, fees for using the service and priority of access will change over the next two (2) year transition period. For more information contact the Service Delivery Manager on 8331 2399.

Who would I be holidaying with on my Holiday Explorers holiday? You will be holidaying with at least one other Tourist Member and with two or more volunteer Support Staff. Most often you would be travelling in a group of seven (7) people made up of five (5) Tourists and two (2) volunteer Support Staff. Where practicable, you will be holidaying with people of the same age group who have similar interests and needs as you. Support Staff are volunteers trained and registered with Holi-day Explorers to be tour guides and provide assistance for the Tourists as required.

How do Support Staff find out what assistance I might need on a holiday? The Support Staff are advised about the assistance you may require on your holiday by the Holiday Explorers Client Coor-dinators. Your nominated Key Contact is required to contact us before each holiday to update this information. The Sup-port Staff are trained to treat information about you in the strictest confidence, they sign a confidentiality agreement, and at the end of the holiday, must return any printed material about you to the Holiday Explorers office where it is securely retained. NB: The Holiday Explorers Privacy Officer is the Executive Officer, Lisa Albinus.

CONDITIONS OF TRAVEL REMINDERS

DEPOSIT AND FINAL PAYMENT A deposit of $50, unless otherwise stated, is required within 7 days of receiving your itinerary. The balance of the holiday fee is payable by the date stated on the itinerary.

CHANGES IN PRICES AND ITINERARIES Holiday Explorers reserves the right to alter prices or itineraries without notice, and further reserves the right to can-cel or withdraw any holiday, or to decline to accept any person on any holiday. In the event of Holiday Explorers cancelling a holiday on which Tourists are already booked, such Tourists will be offered either an alternative holiday or a full refund, and liabil-ity of Holiday Explorers in respect thereof shall cease.

CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS If a Tourist confirms a booking and subsequently cancels, and Holiday Explorers is unable to find a replacement, the Tourist will be charged an equivalent fee to that levied against Holiday Explorers by the accommodation and tour operators. If Holiday Explorers is able to find a replacement the Tourist will be charged a service fee equivalent to the deposit paid. DAY TRIPS: Generally, there is no refund for cancelling a day trip.

For more information phone: 8331 2399

What do I do if I have a complaint or concern about Holiday Explorers services or personnel?

If you are not happy or have concerns about the services you have received from Holiday Explorers, it is important that you tell us. It is only when we know that something is wrong that we can take action to correct it. You may direct your concern/s to our Executive Officer, Lisa Albinus. If you would like to make a formal complaint please provide this in writing, addressed to ‘Chairperson, John Miller’, and send to Holiday Explorers.

Disability Advocacy & Complaints Service of SA (Ph: 7122 6030) or the Health & Community Services Complaints Commissioner (Ph: 8226 8666 or 1800 232 007) can provide assistance if you need help to raise your concerns.

A copy of our Concerns & Complaints Policy may be requested at any time. Whatever your grievance, please be assured that we are available to talk to you. FYI-Disability Abuse Hotline: 1800 880 052

Holiday Explorers Photo Album

Amazed at Cirque du Soleil Taking in the view at St Kilda

Exploring with Captain Cook

Getting ready to take flight

Outback sunrise at Uluru

Racing slot cars in Lobethal

Celebrating the Crows win in Brisbane

Riding through Melrose Team Explorers Hockey

Harley’ riding at the Bay

Getting soaked on the bumper boats

Hanging with the locals

Holiday Explorers Photo Album

Seaside fun at Victor Harbor

Oooh so shiny!

Ye Olden Times

“Crikey!” Catching dinner

Termites actually live in this!

Learning to ride All the fun and excitement of the show

Making friends in Hong Kong. Beautiful Sydney Round and round we go

Commonwealth Home Support Program Funded by the Australian Government

Department of Health

Commonwealth Home Support ProgramFunded by the Australian Government

Department of Health