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Re: Forum Fest 2014 tentative attendee
« Reply #450 on: August 04, 2014, 05:49:14 am »
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Re: Forum Fest 2014 tentative attendee
« Reply #451 on: August 04, 2014, 12:23:51 pm »
You will be missed Sue but understand your thoughts completely.
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Re: Forum Fest 2014 tentative attendee
« Reply #452 on: August 17, 2014, 08:37:29 am »
Ok my lovelies it is time to finalise the details of our trip to Hobart  so will be needing numbers for the dinner on Sat night.  Just to remind you I have copied details from page one .

Seems there are 14 for dinner and kmw  will make 15 if she confirms.

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FINAL DETAILS OF OUR HOTEL BOOKING IN TASMANIA FOR FORUMFEST 2014

I would say give it to Monday 18th November 2013 to set it up in their system and then book  away.  Please let us know when you have done so.

Their email address seems to have changed:
reservations@hgchobart.com.au


Toll free number 1800 753 379


FROM THE GRAND CHANCELLOR


Hope you are having a pleasant week.

It has been decided to make it easier for your attendees that they call and
quote a rate that we will call Thermomix Forum Fest 2014 which will be the
quoted rates below for their stay.

Yes all details below are correct and confirmed.

Room  Only Rates

Mountain Side  Room Only:        $230 per room per night

Harbour View Room  Only:         $265 per room per night

Additional Buffett Breakfast add $20 per person per room per night

There are a limited number of rooms available at the Seniors discount rate of 50% off the rack rates

Mountain Side Room                   $178 per room per night

Harbour View  Room.                   $195 per room per night

We would also like to take advantage of the meal offer of  $58 per head with a choice of 3 entrees, 3 mains and 3 desserts for a booking at 1800 on 25 Sat October 2014.

We will need around 20 rooms more or less. We are mostly singles.  There are some seniors .

When making a reservation we must mention the Thermomix Forum Fest group booking.

Seniors when booking must mention not only the Thermomix  Forum Fest group booking but must also also mention they are requiring a Seniors Discount. Seniors must be aware that this discount may not be available at the time and their booking may  revert to the previously negotiated price above.

Bookings will be made by individual attendees.

Bookings will be for the following dates. In on 23/10/2014 out on 26/10/2014. Some attendees may book for less or more nights during this time and will confirm their own dates at the time of booking.

We look forward to welcoming you to Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart.

Our Reservations Manager is setting up the rates in the system for you,  as
mentioned all your guests will have to state is something along the lines of
:
" I'm wanting to book a room for the following dates, I was told to quote
the Thermomix rate..."

Because it's a specially set up rate bookings will not be able to be done on
line however they can send an email to this address requesting a room as
long as they specific which kind or room they're choosing, check in and
check out dates and a credit card will be requested for each booking just to
guarantee it in the system. No payment is required until the time of
departure from each guest so the credit card is simply a standard guarantee
of the booking at time of booking.

I have passed your details to the Restaurant Tasman Manager Tegan Magee who
will be in touch with you in regards to the dinner as stated below.

We are so pleased you have decided your accommodation will be with the hotel
whilst in Hobart and look forward to welcoming you to Hotel Grand Chancellor
Hobart.

Should you have any enquiries please do not hesitate to call me or email me
at any time and I will be happy to assist you.

Thank you for your time on the phone, it was a pleasure speaking to you .

Many Thanks

Kind Regards,

Natasha Boehm | Group|FIT Reservations
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart

D +61 (3) 6235 4523 | T +61 (3) 6235 4535 | F +61 (3) 6223 8175 | W
www.grandchancellorhotels.com
1 Davey Street |  Hobart, Tas, 7000 | Australia

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Thinking some arrive Thursday. An adventure on Friday. Saturday all day roaming Hobart and the Salamanca markets. MONA . Dinner. Sunday maybe brunch.

Staying at the above hotel.

Any and all suggestions very welcome and anyone in Tassie who can help with ideas would be lovely. If not anyone with any experience in Hobart please raise your hand.  I am going down next month and will be pretty busy but I will at least be able to tell you about  the weather. I will be staying at the Sullivan Cove apts .

There are many wonderful restaurants in Hobart but it is a busy time so booking will certainly be necessary for hotel and eating.  Saturday evening meal booked at the above hotel.

Tasmania is a small place so we would all be delighted to meet as many locals as possible.

Potential participants for Forum Fest  2014 23/24/25 October


1.  Jeninwa.                   Booked.  In on 23/10.     Out on 26/10.  Dinner for 2         Arriving in Tassie on 18/10
2.  Mama Fergie.           Booked:  in on 23/10.     Out on  27/10  Dinner for 1.        Arriving about 1700  
3.  Gert.                         Booked:  In on 23/10      Out on 27/10.  Dinner  for 1.       Arriving about 1700  
4.  Judy                          Booked:  In on 23/10      Out on 27/10.  Dinner for 1.        Flights booked.
5.  CP
6.  Bedlam                     Booked:   In on 23/10     Out on 26/10    Dinner for 2         Flights booked
7.  Djinni                       Booked:   In on 23/10      Out on 27/10                             Flights booked
8.  Katiej.                       Booked:   In on 23/10.     Out on 27/10.  Dinner for 2
9.  Trudy
10. Uni.                          Booked:  in on 23/10.      Out on 27/10.  Dinner for 1.        Arriving 1245
11. Sue_purrb
12. Chookie.                  Booked:   In on 23/10      Out on 27/10.  Dinner for 2
13. Cookie                     Booked:   In on 23/10.     Out on 27/10   Dinner for 1.        Arriving about 1700.
14. Angela
15. kmw                        Alternative accommodation booked within walking distance of the group.
16. mcmich
17. Roslyn
18. Nazar.    
19. Dede
20. Amy
21. Yvette
22.
23.                        
24. Emma (maybe)
25.
26. Emme.                       Booked:   In  on 24/10        Out on 27/10.   Dinner for 1.       Arriving about 1200
27. Chelsea
« Last Edit: August 18, 2014, 08:55:00 am by judydawn »
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Re: Forum Fest 2014 tentative attendee
« Reply #453 on: August 17, 2014, 09:15:38 am »
I have spoken with Gert, Cookie and JD and put my hand up to get the ball rolling on organise a trip or two for while we are in Hobart. Please feel free to make any suggestions.
We will need final number by the end of the Month. So that bookings can be made.

With the help of Gert this is what I have come up with so far.


As most are arriving Thursday we could meet for pre dinner drinks at a bar in the Grand Chancellor, then go somewhere for  dinner.
Do we want have dinner each night as a group or do our own thing?

Friday: A get together breakfast at the hotel then off on  trip through the Coal Valley with lunch at Frogmore Creek Winery and Richmond for afternoon tea. Will need numbers
Dinner?

Saturday: Salamanca Markets and for those that would like a ferry trip up the Derwent River to  MONA
Then dinner Saturday night at the Grand Chancellor $58.00 a head. See Gerts post.

A leisurely stroll to Salamanca would probably take 25min or a taxi 3min.

Mona admission is $20.00 and concession $15.00
Ferry :
Posh Pit $50.00 Which includes access to exclusive lounge and bar, Complimentary beverages, including Moorilla wine and Moo Brew beer. Complimentary Canapés, pastries and antipasto platters.
Standard $20.00 Sit on sheep.  (Info from Mona web page)

Sunday: A get together breakfast, any suggestions for a outing. I will be saying good bye at breakfast.
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Re: Forum Fest 2014 tentative attendee
« Reply #454 on: August 17, 2014, 09:44:29 am »
I am in for  drinks and dinner on Thurs . We will no doubt need to book a place for dinner. Any suggestions?

Friday I am in for the tour.

Sat good for dinner. But no to MONA but for those going it is worth every penny and the  Posh Pit is great.


Gert
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Re: Forum Fest 2014 tentative attendee
« Reply #455 on: August 17, 2014, 09:56:44 am »
I love the idea of the adventure on Friday. I would love arvo tea in Richmond. Saturday is love to go to the markets. Saturday afternoon I may need to rest the leg/back. But I will see. Not long now. Maybe if I say no to MONA now just in case. I won't have any trouble occupying myself.
I'm in for Thursday dinner and Friday dinner please. I'm will do everything please except perhaps the MONA visit.
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Re: Forum Fest 2014 tentative attendee
« Reply #456 on: August 17, 2014, 10:07:51 am »
Count Ral and I in for everything.  Just let us know how much and when , where to pay.  We are spending a few extra days in Tassie , after the get together.

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« Reply #457 on: August 17, 2014, 10:09:34 am »
Thursday - I think it would be nice to have our evening meal as a group if possible.

Friday tour - I'm in for that one, sounds good to me and dinner somewhere, yes please.

Saturday - Salamanca is apparently open from 8-3 so I'd like to spend as much time there as possible without rushing so will say NO to MONA and can amuse myself afterwards until we meet for dinner that night.

Sunday - I have no suggestions as I don't know the place.

Thanks Gert for what you have done for us so far and Jen, glad to see you put your hand up.  Thank you so much girls.
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Re: Forum Fest 2014 tentative attendee
« Reply #458 on: August 17, 2014, 12:22:22 pm »
Ok I am in for Thursday dinner, all  plans for Friday too, Saturday markets and dinner but a no to Mona for me also. Sunday is a bonus day and I am absolutely happy to go with the flow as for me its about being with everyone and whatever we do will be great.

A big thank you to Gert and Jen for their suggestions. It's greatly appreciated and I am very excited.  :D

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« Reply #459 on: August 17, 2014, 02:03:18 pm »
Thanks Gert and Jen for organising these details.

Evan and I will be in dinner Thursday, the tour Friday, the markets Saturday but not Mona ( we are staying on until the following Thursday so will get to Mona later on our own, would like to spend time at the market). Also both for Saturday dinner.
Hope it's ok with everyone to have Evan join in the festivities.
Looking forward to spending time with all you lovelies.

Denise

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« Reply #460 on: August 17, 2014, 02:12:52 pm »
Awesome Denise x

I will need to bring  my stilts!! LOL
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Re: Forum Fest 2014 tentative attendee
« Reply #461 on: August 17, 2014, 02:17:18 pm »
Hopefully will see you before Norma, X
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Re: Forum Fest 2014 tentative attendee
« Reply #462 on: August 17, 2014, 02:44:28 pm »
I arrive 12.45 pm on Thursday so I am in for everything from Thursday (including Saturday Dinner for 1 please) except MONA. Sorry no suggestions for Sunday. It's been a long time since I was in Tassie!

Thank you very much to those involved in the organisation. So exciting. The days are rushing by. Only 60 something days to go!
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« Reply #463 on: August 17, 2014, 02:49:11 pm »
It will be lovely to meet your DH Denise and of course he can join us.  
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« Reply #464 on: August 17, 2014, 04:36:20 pm »
Oooh, I am so jealous! Although I had put my name down as a tentative attendee, after my spontaneous holiday to the UK, (which is rapidly drawing to a close  :(), and the precarious job situation, I won't be able to join in. It is also very close to DD's Year 12 exams, so I will be needed to be a calming influence. :-))

I have long wanted to visit Tassie, and there would have been no better group of people to do it with, so I will just have to live vicariously through your reports!  :)
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