Recruiting Participants for the 2016 Baselworld Experience Tour
BASELWORLD
OPENERS's Watch Discovery Journey
2016 Baselworld Experience Tour: Applications Now Open (1)
OPENERS is organizing a tour to Baselworld, the world's largest exhibition of new watch models, to be held in March 2016. We are now accepting applications. This time, we offer two tour plans tailored to your objectives. This is a perfect opportunity for those who have always wanted to visit Baselworld.
Text by KAKIHARA Takayoshi (OPENERS)
Experience New Releases in Switzerland Before Anyone Else
If you're a watch enthusiast, you've likely heard of BASELWORLD.” It's an annual exhibition of new models held in Basel, Switzerland, near the borders of Germany and France. The next Baselworld will be held in March 2016.
OPENERS will be providing live updates from this grand festival of watches and jewelry, and this year, we've organized a tour for our readers and all watch enthusiasts. We have prepared two distinct plans.
Plan 1 is a 4-night, 6-day tour that allows you to fully experience Baselworld. This plan is recommended for those visiting Baselworld for the first time for business purposes.
Plan 2 is a luxurious 6-night, 8-day tour that includes not only Baselworld but also excursions to La Chaux-de-Fonds, the mecca of watchmaking, and Geneva. Both plans offer a full immersion into the "Baselworld" watch festival.
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BASELWORLD
OPENERS Guides You Through the World's Largest Watch Show
2016 Baselworld Experience Tour: Applications Now Open (2)
【Plan 1】
Baselworld Immersion Tour
■ Travel Itinerary
March 16 (Wed), 2016 – March 21 (Mon) | 4 nights, 6 days
■ Tour Price
¥430,000 per person
*Based on single occupancy
*Baselworld admission tickets are included in the price.
*In addition to the tour price, Narita Airport facility usage fee (¥2,090), airport security fee (¥520),
overseas airport taxes, and fuel surcharge will be charged separately.
Day 1: March 16 (Wed)
Depart from Narita (scheduled 11:25) - Flight to Zurich via connecting flight.
Arrive in Zurich (18:30–22:25), transfer to hotel.
[Overnight in Lucerne]
Days 2–4: March 17 (Thu), March 18 (Fri), March 19 (Sat)
Full day at Baselworld (self-guided).
*Travel between Lucerne and Basel is at your own expense.
*Three 1-day Baselworld admission tickets will be provided locally.
[Overnight in Lucerne, Breakfast]
Day 5: March 20 (Sun)
Transfer from hotel to the airport.
Depart from Zurich (9:00–11:45) - Flight to your home country via connecting flight.
[Overnight on flight, Breakfast]
Day 6: March 21 (Mon)
Arrive in Narita (scheduled 09:40).
Disembark and the tour concludes.
*The above schedule is current as of December 1, 2015. It may be subject to change without notice due to airline circumstances or other factors. Thank you for your understanding.
【Plan 2】
Baselworld & Geneva Excursion Tour
■ Travel Itinerary
March 20 (Sun), 2016 – March 27 (Sun) | 6 nights, 8 days
■ Tour Price
¥683,000 per person
*Based on single occupancy
*Baselworld admission tickets are included in the price.
*In addition to the tour price, Narita Airport facility usage fee (¥2,090), airport security fee (¥520),
overseas airport taxes, and fuel surcharge will be charged separately.
Day 1: March 20 (Sun)
Depart from Narita (scheduled 11:25) - Flight to Zurich via connecting flight.
Arrive in Zurich (18:30–22:25), transfer to hotel.
[Overnight in Lucerne]
Days 2–4: March 21 (Mon), March 22 (Tue), March 23 (Wed)
Full day at Baselworld (self-guided).
*Travel between Lucerne and Basel is at your own expense.
*Three 1-day Baselworld admission tickets will be provided locally.
[Overnight in Lucerne, Breakfast]
Day 5: March 24 (Thu)
Travel to Geneva.
En route, visit the International Museum of Horology in La Chaux-de-Fonds (disembark and enter), and enjoy a scenic drive through the town.
In the afternoon, arrive in Geneva and visit the Patek Philippe Museum (disembark and enter).
[Overnight in Geneva, Breakfast, Lunch]
Day 6: March 25 (Fri)
Full day at leisure.
[Overnight in Geneva, Breakfast]
Day 7: March 26 (Sat)
Transfer from hotel to the airport.
Depart from Geneva (9:00–11:45) - Flight to your home country via connecting flight.
[Overnight on flight, Breakfast]
Day 8: March 27 (Sun)
Arrive in Narita (scheduled 09:40).
Disembark and the tour concludes.
*The above schedule is current as of December 1, 2015.
It may be subject to change without notice due to airline circumstances or other factors.
Thank you for your understanding.
Tour Conditions
■ Tour Period:
【Plan 1】March 16 (Wed) – March 21 (Mon), 2016 | 4 nights, 6 days
【Plan 2】March 20 (Sun) – March 27 (Sun), 2016 | 6 nights, 8 days
■ Tour Inclusions (Included in Tour Price)
Airline:
【Plan 1 / Plan 2 Common】
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines / Economy Class
*Please inquire if you wish to upgrade to Business Class.
・Accommodation: Room type cannot be specified.
【Plan 1】Astoria Hotel Lucerne specified
【Plan 2】Astoria Hotel Lucerne and Richemond Hotel Geneva specified
・Meals:
【Plan 1】4 breakfasts (excluding in-flight meals)
【Plan 2】6 breakfasts, 1 lunch (excluding in-flight meals)
・Transfers:
【Plan 1】Airport ⇔ Hotel transfers only (includes Japanese-speaking guide service)
【Plan 2】Airport ⇔ Hotel and inter-city transfers (includes Japanese-speaking guide service)
・Tour Conductor:
【Plan 1 / Plan 2 Common】
No tour conductor will accompany the group. Local staff will provide guidance.
・Minimum number of participants: 10 people (for both Plan 1 and Plan 2)
・Extension of stay: Not possible (for both Plan 1 and Plan 2)
・Child discount: None (for both Plan 1 and Plan 2)
★ Important Notes Before Applying
・In addition to the displayed tour price, we will collect the Narita Airport facility usage fee (¥2,090), airport security fee (¥520), overseas airport taxes, and fuel surcharge on your behalf.
・Transportation from the hotel to the Baselworld venue is at your own expense and responsibility.
・The displayed price is the tour price per person based on single occupancy.
・All images are for illustrative purposes only.
・Please check the "Overseas Safety Information" and "Infectious Disease Information" for your destination.
>>> Overseas Safety Websitehttp://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/
>>> Infectious Disease Information Websitehttp://www.forth.go.jp/
・To ensure peace of mind during your travels, we recommend purchasing overseas travel insurance to cover medical expenses, accidents, and theft (optional, additional cost).
・Excess baggage charges, passport application fees, and optional local tours are not included in the tour price.
・Please contact us if you have any other requests.
★ To apply, please fill out the application form below with the required information.
https://reg.smktg.jp/public/application/add/42
▼ Please read the Travel Conditions carefully before applying.
>>> Travel Conditions
https://www.toppantravel.com/service/personal/operate/#joken
★ Application Deadline: January 29, 2016 (Fri), 23:59
*However, sales may close once all seats are filled.
This tour is a joint project between OPENERS Inc. and Toppan Travel Service Co., Ltd.
Tour Planning and Execution
Toppan Travel Service Co., Ltd.
Hamamatsucho 262 Bldg., 2-6-2 Hamamatsucho, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Registered Travel Agency by the Commissioner of the National Government No. 51 / Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
■ Sponsorship
Toppan Travel Service Co., Ltd., MICE Division, Attn: Tonegi, Okazaki
Tel. 03-5403-2300 (9:00–18:00, excluding weekends and holidays)
basel@tts.co.jp
(New Year holidays: December 29 – January 3)