HMT SPORTS Presents...
8 Day/7Night Tour: December 26, 2007 to January 2, 2008
BASKETBALL SHOOTOUT, Tucson, Arizona
FOR HIGH SCHOOL VARSITY BOYS & GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAMS
INDEX:
1. How much does it cost?
2. What is the Itinerary?
3. Do you have a payment plan?
4. What about tips for Fundraising?
5. FAQS about Tucson, Arizona
6. What about Accommodations?
7. What will be expected of me?
PRICE:
$1495.00 per Traveler (Canadian Funds includes GST) – both players and their parents are welcome!
Included in the cost of this tour for Players:
• Airfare
• 1-12 Passenger Van per team (insurance is extra)
• Entrance Fee for Basketball Tournament
• Transportation to and from Airport
• Quad-Occupancy at Radisson Suites Hotel (or equivalent), plus full hotel amenities
Included in the cost of this tour for Parents:
• Airfare
• Transportation to and from Airport
• Double-Occupancy at Radisson Suites Hotel, plus full hotel amenities
(Flights will be booked through Stamm Travel. Air Canada/America West travel insurance is available)
Not included in the cost of this tour is:
• Travel and medical insurance
• Meals (other than breakfast)
• Personal spending money
• Parents: car rental
• Cost of any Tourist Attractions suggested in this brochure
ITINERARY:
Departure date is Wednesday, December 26th, 2006, returning on Wednesday, January 2nd, 2007.
Game Dates:
December 27th to December 30th
* Guaranteed 4 games
Teams from all over North America will be participating in this tournament that will take place at 2 high schools in Tucson, Arizona
The Radisson Suites Hotel (or equivalent) will be conveniently located near all the schools in this tournament, and transportation for all players is included with team van. A detailed Itinerary regarding flight details, game details, rooming list, etc. will be sent out by December 1, 2007.
Free Dates:
Players are encouraged to take advantage of the non-game days to explore the beauty of sunny Tucson, Arizona! We have included an information page listing many of the local tours and attractions that might be of interest to you, as well as an overview of the city and the local weather.
PAYMENT PLAN:
- April 30th - Commitment from schools
- May 30th - Commitment from parents and otyher family members who want to attend
- May 30th - first deposit required: $295
- September 15th - second deposit: $600
- November 30th - last deposit: $600
- December 26th - Tucson!
FUNDRAISING TIPS:
M&M Meat Shops / Schneiders Meats Opportunities
Zehrs Tapes
Dances and Concessions
Garage Sales
Silent Auction
Corporate Sponsors
ABOUT TUCSON:
Dubbed the Old Pueblo, Tucson has become a fast-growing city known as much for its metropolitan sophistication as for its unique blend of cultures. Close proximity to the Mexican border is evident in the architecture, distinctive cuisine, lively fiestas and annual festivals. Tucson’s mild, dry climate — blessed with year-round sun — makes it a popular winter resort. Vast deserts, green canyons and majestic mountain ranges form an impressive backdrop. Visitors can take in attractions such asThe Titan Missile Museum, Biosphere 2, Reid Park Zoo, Kitt Peak Observatory, and several national parks. Tucson is also home to the University of Arizona and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. Economically, the city is driven by electronics and missile production, and recognized as the premier health services center of the Southwest and the astronomy center of the world.
Tucson enjoys more sunshine than any other city in the United States, about 350 days each year. The days, with very few exceptions are warm and sunny. The mild temperatures during spring, fall, and winter are legendary. Temperatures rise in the summer, but low humidity helps even the warmest days feel comfortable. Tucson's surprisingly lush environment is replenished by two rainy seasons.
Arizona Desert Museum:
Get up close and personal with some of the Southwest's most notable residents. The Desert Museum covers everything from flora to the Mexican Grey Wolf.
Old Tucson Studios:
Has been the film location for many well-known westerns since 1939. More than 250 features have been filmed here including the movie "Young Guns II" and the hit television series "Gunsmoke" and "Little House on the Prairie."
Biosphere 2:
Is a three-acre glass enclosed "earth." This "little earth" was built to resemble Biosphere 1, our original Earth. Complete with a tropical rainforest, savanna, desert, farmland, marsh, ocean and human-habitat ecosystems, a tour is probably the best way to gain full understanding (well, almost full understanding) of this cutting edge experiment.
Colossal Cave Mountain Park:
Visit the interesting world of Colossal Caves, just 30 minutes north of Tucson!
Other attractions include: University of Arizona, Spring Training Major League Baseball, Arizona Diamondbacks, Tucson Botanical Gardens, Pima Air & Space Museum, Tucson Museum of Art, Dessert Museum, Tucson Children's Museum, International Wildlife Museum, Reid Park Zoo, Tohono Chul Park, Tucson Symphony Orchestra, Arizona Opera.
You can find links to all these and more at: http://www.visittucson.org.
Also try: http://www.tucson.worldweb.com
DELUXE ACCOMMODATIONS:
Radisson Suites Tucson
6555 East Speedway Blvd. , Tucson AZ 85710
Reservations: (800) 333-3333
US Toll Free Telephone: (520) 721-7100 Fax: (520)721-1991
Welcome to the new Radisson Suites Tucson located with convenient access to the Tucson International Airport, downtown Tucson, University of Arizona, Pima Air Museum, shopping, golf, tennis, mountain recreation, cultural and historical centers and all of the other attractions that the growing metropolis of Tucson has to offer! In addition, the Radisson is located only seventy miles north of Mexico and just eighty miles northwest of Tombstone.
The hotel suites offer breathtaking views of Tucson's rugged surrounding mountain range and the beautifully landscaped courtyard and outdoor pool area featuring local vegetation and the perfect, sunny climate.
Whether traveling on business or pleasure, the Radisson Suites Tucson has the perfect accommodations for our guests' needs. Each of the 304 beautiful two-room suites include an extra-large bathroom with two vanities, separate living and sleeping areas, and a host of amenities including the following:
· Two telephones with easy online modem access
· Refrigerator
· Microwave
· Coffee maker replenished daily with regular and decaf coffee and tea
· Iron and full-size ironing board
· Individual climate control
· Hair dryer
· Spacious work desk with lamp in 100 of our business class suites
· High speed wireless internet available throughout the entire property
Two remote controlled televisions with cable TV and in-room movie service featuring current movies
Most of the suites feature courtyard views or balconies with spectacular mountain views. In addition, some of the suites also feature pull-out sofa beds. The living room of the suite is a perfect place to invite guests or to just relax with all of the comforts of "home."
· Over 9,000 square feet of flexible meeting space
· Complimentary transportation within a three mile radius of the hotel
· Complimentary on-site parking
· Coin operated laundry facilities on-site and valet laundry service is also available
PLAYER EXPECTATIONS:
- Behave in a courteous, considerate and cooperative manner towards all supervisors and team members
- Curfew of 11pm every night
- No alcohol or any forms of drugs will be consumed at any time while traveling
- Inappropriate behaviour or failing to abide by these rules will result in being sent home at player's own expense
