✓ The official currency for Australia is the Australian Dollar (AUD).
✓ Local time in Australia is 11 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT +11).
✓ +61 is the country dialling code to Australia.
✓ The standard voltage in Australia is 220-240 volts AC, 50 Hertz (Hz).
✓ There is no official language of Australia. However, English (especially Australian
English) is the most widely spoken language throughout the nation.
✓ One can get a SIM Card at the airport as soon as you arrive in Australia or in one
of the Australian supermarkets (Woolworth, Coles, 7Eleven, convenience stores,
etc.) or phone stores.
✓ WiFi is available in most hotels, cafes, restaurants and a number of local
authority venues including all of Australia's public libraries and Visitor
Information Centres.
✓ Australia uses the metric system.
✓ In Australia, tipping is not mandatory but the staff always appreciates it.
✓ Australia is a very safe country to visit. The country has a stable political system
and a low crime rate, and Australians generally experience a safe lifestyle.
✓ tap water in Australia is safe to drink and of high quality. The water in most
Australian cities and towns is treated and monitored regularly to ensure that it
meets strict national and international standards for drinking water quality.
✓ Smoking and using e-cigarettes are banned in all enclosed public areas and
certain outdoor public areas, under the Smoke-free Environment Act 2000and
the Smoke-free Environment Regulation 2016. These bans protect people from
harmful second-hand tobacco smoke.
✓ Drinking alcohol is banned in some public areas. The rules and fines that apply
are different in each state and territory. Before you travel, it's a good idea to find
out about alcohol restrictions.
✓ VISA or MasterCard can be used everywhere credit cards are accepted. American
Express and Diners Club are accepted at major supermarkets, department store
chains and tourist destinations. A good tip is to carry multiple credit cards and a
little cash. Merchants may impose credit card surcharges in some places.
✓ One can bring along a range of clothing – jeans, t-shirts/blouses and long-sleeved
tops. (Some skirts and/or shorts if you feel comfortable in them.) It would be a
good idea to pack a jacket – preferably a waterproof one with a hood (or an
umbrella), as it tends to rain quite often.
✓ One must visit Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Kuranda Village and 12 Apostles,
Blue Mountains, Featherdale, Tjapukai Show and Great Barrier Reef.
✓ One must eat Chicken Parmigiana, Macadamia Nuts, Gulf Prawns and Calamari
while in Australia.
✓ One must buy Opals, Akubra Hat, Boomerang and Vegemite.
✓ Rates quoted are Nett and Non-Commissionable.
✓ Due to the dynamic rates system across the globe, the above quotation is valid for 24 hours only.
✓ The above is just a quote and the same is subject to availability at the time of booking.
✓ No Rooms or Services have been blocked.
✓ The above quotation is not valid if dates overlap with Exhibitions & special events unless specified.
✓ Rooms / Rates are subject to availability unless booked.
✓ Please check all inclusions as any additions will incur extra charges.
✓ Rates quoted are based on minimum 2 pax travelling together.
✓ Any amendments to the date of travel or number of passengers will subject to re-quote.
✓ Tourism Dirham Tax will be charged by the hotel directly to the guests upon arrival unless specified.
✓ 5% VAT is included in the above quote.
✓ Airline / Fuel Surcharges may apply which needs to be paid over and above the Tour Cost.
✓ Midnight surcharges will be applicable for Transfers arranged between 2200 hrs. – 0700 hrs. (depending on the flight details given by you).
✓ Meals not included unless specified.
✓ Insurance Policy not included unless specified.
✓ Hotels reserve the right to release bookings held on Time Limit without prior notice.
✓ In case of any unavailability, we reserve the right to use alternative accommodation, sightseeing tours and transfer of equal standard.
✓ Vacation Dunya is not responsible for any missed breakfast due to flight timings. There won’t be any refund for it. You may request at the hotel directly to pre-book a boxed breakfast in case of an early morning departure. This would also be at the discretion of the hotel.
✓ Breakfast, if included, cannot be provided on the day of arrival at any city.
✓ Vacation Dunya is not responsible for any excess baggage charges on tour.
✓ Vacation Dunya reserves the right to change any information, route or attractions before or after your booking due to events beyond our control like bad weather, any natural calamity, any accident, and or any logistic issues.
✓ Check in time at the hotel is after 14:00 hrs. and check out is before 12:00 hrs. Early check in and late check out requests are subject to availability and at the discretion of the hotel.
✓ Certain sightseeing tour/activities are seasonal and operate on specific dates only.
✓ For certain sightseeing on Seat in Coach Basis you may need to go for to the pickup point.
✓ All Transfers & Sightseeing’s are on Seat In Coach basis unless specified on Private basis.
✓ If the Flight Schedule does not meet the Seat In Coach Transfer Schedule of the Supplier then the Transfers will be confirmed on Private basis at Supplement Cost.
✓ All tours and transfers are point to point unless Vehicle at disposal is booked.
✓ The pick-up or drop-off timings can be changed as per the trip schedule. It may also change depending on traffic conditions and your location.
✓ Kindly note that the driver will wait at the arrival terminal for a maximum of 60 minutes after the flight arrives. Should the guest not arrive within 60 minutes it will be considered as a NOSHOW, rebooking of transfers will be arranged at an additional cost.
✓ For Excursion / sightseeing transfers & departure transfers vehicle will wait for maximum of 10 minutes.
✓ For Sharing transfers, the drivers will wait for a maximum of 5 minutes from the scheduled time.
✓ The maximum dimensions per bag (H + W + L) must not exceed 158 cm (62 inches) – 1 piece + 1 Hand luggage in between 2 guests.
✓ Some of the mentioned inclusions may remain closed on weekends or specific days as per the government norms for which we do not hold the responsibility.
✓ All the products & services mentioned in Vacation Dunya Travel & Tourism LLC
website and sold to our esteemed clients are bound to stipulated terms and
conditions and the same shall govern the contract between the company,
Vacation Dunya Travel & Tourism LLC and its Clients.
✓ The booking will be made by Vacation Dunya Travel & Tourism LLC only:
a) On acceptance of our written quotation or offer.
b) On receipt of passport copies of all passengers travelling.
c) On specified non-refundable initial deposit to proceed with the booking.
d) On full payment of the tour for last minute bookings.
e) Consent given to use of the client’s personal date relevant to the
complete the booking.
✓ The binding contract commences upon the issuance of the Booking Confirmation
that mentions the details of the tour.
✓ Vacation Dunya Travel & Tourism LLC reserves the right to terminate the
contract or decline the confirmation of the booking and return the deposit as per
our sole discretion at any time before the tour.
✓ Please read carefully and understand the contents of the tour brochure /
itinerary and terms and conditions.
✓ Amount paid towards a group tour cannot be transferred to a customized
package.
✓ Unutilized bookings / services will not be carried forward to the next calendar
year.
✓ The Lead Passenger on the booking confirmation will be authorized for all the
passengers on the booking confirmation to agree with the terms and conditions,
acceptance of the booking, and for the payment of themselves and on behalf of
all the passengers mentioned on the booking.
✓ No person/s other than those affiliated with Vacation Dunya Travel & Tourism
LLC, in writing, has the authority to vary, add, amplify, or waive any stipulation,
representation, term or condition in the brochure/ website/ online & offline
booking tools.
✓ Vouchers will be released in 3-4 working days after we receive the full payments /
07 days prior to the departure.
✓ In case of last-minute bookings credit card guarantee has to be provided to
confirm the services.
✓ Any on-board expenses will have to be paid by the client directly in cash or credit
card.
✓ No refunds either in part or full will be made in case of any unused services in
above package like ground transportation, meals, accommodation, sightseeing
tours.
✓ Vacation Dunya Travel & Tourism LLC is not responsible for any personal
belongings, or any other valuable items left in our vehicles or tour sites, it is
solely your responsibility. Our drivers and tour guides will not be responsible for
it.
✓ On Islamic occasions and National holidays, the tour will not serve alcohol, and
there will not be any live entertainment.
✓ Photography of UAE residence especially ladies, military institutions, government
buildings, and installations, is strictly prohibited.
✓ Littering is a punishable offense and offenders may face penalties in the form of
fines.
✓ Vacation Dunya Travel & Tourism LLC reserves the rights to charge 100% no
show charges if the guest is not there at the time of scheduled pick-up.