Saturday April 17: Governor General's Cup Caribbean Air Challenge ...

“CARIBBEAN AIR CHALLENGE”
Presented by :
2010 Fund Raising Event
April 17 - April 27
Departing from: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
"Discover the Caribbean like no one has ever before!"
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Starting Thursday April 13, GGC Caribbean Air Challenge registered teams
visiting Sun’n Fun will be welcomed at Winter Heaven Municipal Airport KGIF
Richard Parish, manager Winter Haven Air Services
offers free Shuttle to Sun’n Fun & free parking: Crews
will be transported to Sun’n Fun (Lakeland). If planning
more than one day at Sun’n Fun, please check into
hotel in Lakeland. Richard will bring you back no later
than the 16 th of April, day you are expected in Fort
Lauderdale (Banyan) for registration.
Phone: (863) 956-3300 Email:
wairservices@tampabay.rr.com
Friday 16: 17:00Hrs
Teams regroup at Banyan Air Service FXE, Fort Lauderdale Exec airport.
Banyan Air Service located at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE) is South Florida’s First Choice
FBO for Business Aviation. For having been a customer at Banyan in many occasions we can confirm
that service is absolutely outstanding
Erreur !
Friday 16 - 19:00: MEET AT FORT LAUDERDALE MARRIOT NORTH/CYPRESS CREEK HOTEL
FLY THE BAHAMAS presentation: Greg Rolle, Aviation Specialist, Bahamas Tourism & host.
Marriot Courtyard Fort Lauderdale North/Cypress Creek
The Marriott Courtyard has agreed to partner with the GGC Caribbean
Air Challenge offering best deals to participants and free shuttle.
Reservations can only be made after registration is confirmed with
Catherine at ctobenas@airrally.com
(Subject to availability at time of reservation)
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Saturday April 17:
Governor General’s Cup Caribbean Air Challenge STARTS
NOTE: airports listed on route to destination do not imply a stop. They are listed for emergency
purpose only. Fees will be charged at airports outside GGC Caribbean Air challenge final
destinations.
THE BAHAMAS
The Government of the Bahamas understands the value
of General Aviation.
The fifty eight airports covering the Islands are a good proof of
the importance aviation plays in the development of tourism
and we, the pilots are extremely grateful for the opportunity to
enjoy it ALL !!!
GGC Caribbean Air Challenge is hosted by members of
The Bahamas Tourism Board dedicated to the promotion of
the Islands.
We thank the Ministry of Tourism and Mr. Greg Rolle,
Chief Aviation Specialist for receiving this event in the
beautiful Islands of the Bahamas.
DAY 1: Saturday April 17: Fort Lauderdale Executive FXE – Exuma Intl MYEF
Enjoy the beautiful landscape unfolding beneath you as you fly to Exuma Intl.
Bimini, Bahamas (MYBS) 57 NM – San Andros (MYAN) 76 NM-Nassau (MYNN) 32 NM - Norman Cay (MYXG)
45 NM- Exuma Intl (MYEF) 80 NM
TOTAL: 290 NM
10:00 : departure from FXE
Customs & fuel: Exuma Intl.
Longest leg over water: 70 NM
The Exumas were settled in 1783 by American Loyalists who wanted to remain true to the British king
after the United States won the American Revolutionary War. They reassembled their former way of life
in these islands, complete with cotton plantations and African slaves. Remnants of these plantations can
still be found. Lord John Rolle was a major landowner and one of the most powerful Loyalists. When he
freed his slaves in 1835, he released his land to them for life. In gratitude, several towns are named after
him. This chain of 365 cays stretches over a 100-mile of the most breathtaking beautiful unnamed and
deserted beaches strolled only iguanas.
Lodging: Enjoy the Bahamian life style at the Peace & Plenty resort
Located right in the middle of town, close to grocery shopping, site seeing
and fun activities include sail boat rental, snorkelling, diving and motorboat
rental. ** dinner included
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GGC Caribbean Air Challenge opening celebration:
pool party. Calypso music and dancing, limbo contest.
The Club is Exuma's gathering place for the
Town’s people and visitors from all over the island.
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Program organised by Central & Southern Bahamas Exuma Tourist Office in
Collaboration with Peace & Plenty resort Management
15:30: Check in at Club Peace & Plenty in George Town
16:30: Walking Tour of George Town, Regatta Park/Site and Straw Market (Optional)
18:00 Opening celebrations: Welcome reception and cocktail pool party, hosted by Peace & Plenty
accompanied by music and dance
19:00 Dinner included at Peace and Plenty
DAY 2: EXUMA –
Sunday April 18: Compete & discover day
8:00: Breakfast at P & P and morning at leisure
The Bahamas was a real paradise for pirates in the late
1600's to the early 1700's. Pirates are an integral part of the history of The
Bahamas. The rampages of Edward Teach alias Blackbeard,Sir Henry
Morgan, John Rackham alias Calico Jack and their female counterparts,
Anne Bonny and Mary Read are well documented. However, it is
impossible to distinguish facts from legends. There is little information on
the pirates activities in the out-islands. Scottish sailor and pirate William
Kidd is known to have anchored mostly in Elizabeth Harbour on Exuma
Find out more, t could be rewarding. Details in upcoming technical
information sent to Participants
12:00: Pick up at the Government Dock for transfr to Stocking Island
(Ferry$10 PP) spend the day relaxing at Chat'N' Chill & Volley Ball
Beach (lunch approx cost 15-25$)PP)
15:00: Return to Club Peace & Plenty
18:00: Dine around Live band Rake & Scrape
** dinner included
Illustration: Pirate “Capt” William Kidd
Howard Pyle's Book of Pirates
We thank Southern Bahamas Exuma Tourist Center and Peace & Plenty Resort for their
time, work and Contribution to make our visit to Exuma a memorable experience.
Thank you Exuma !!!
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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Dominican Republic was home to Taino Indians that lived there quite peaceable. In 1492,
Columbus discovered the islands and named the island Hispaniola.
By the late 1960´s sugar cane was the gold of DR, but
world economics required more diversification to protect
the country’s economy from wild variations of sugar prices.
It was in the late 1970´s that the government decided to
take measures to bring tourism development into the
country. In the last 15 years the Dominican Republic
became the Caribbean island with the most hotel rooms,
mostly under the ¨all inclusive¨ plan, where it ranks 1st in
the world. In the last 5 years, the combination of superb
beaches, low cost land development great warmth of the
locals has transformed the country into luxury
development heaven.
DAY 3: Santo Domingo
Monday April 19: Exuma Intl MYEF – Santo Domingo El Higuero Int’l MDJB
Named also La Isabela Intl (Dr. Joaquin Balaguer)
9:00 Departure from Exuma Intl (MYIG) –
Airports on the way to Santo Domingo: Spring Point (MYAP) 124 NM -Great Inagua (MYIG) 89 NM –
Port de Paix (MTPX) 78 NM – Cap Haïtien (MTCH) 39 NM – Puerto Plata (MDPP) 92 NM –
Santo Domingo (MDJB) 94 NM TOTAL: 517 NM
Fuel & Lunch : Great Inagua (Bahamas)-The Community will be there to meet us-
George Harris Coast 106FM - Radio operator is announcing our venue-Children will take a school brake from
to see the planes. Get your goodies out !!!
Customs: Santo Domingo La Isabela Intl (DR) MDJB
Longest leg over water: 90 NM
Lodging: Hotel Santo Domingo
Many visitors overlook the great cultural heritage in Santo Domingo
as the first capital of the new world. Santo Domingo, with its many
museums, theatres, opera and musicals makes for a great weekend
break from the typical relaxing atmosphere of a luxury resort. Add to
all of that a wealth of great shopping malls, all with international
brands, and you can see why the new developments have been so
successful with investors and buyers
Program:
15:00: members of the Tourism Board as well as passionate DR
pilots committed to the promotion of Dominican Republic Airports
will welcome pilots at the airport
15:30: Hotel check-in and discover the old Santo Domingo.
18:00 : Welcoming words addressed by the office of Tourism and
IDAC representatives "Noche Dominicana" reception hosted by
The Secretary of Tourism, taste of different local foods, cocktail and
"ballet folklorico"
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DAY 4: Tuesday April 20: Santo Domingo –
Constanza (MDCZ) 47 NM
Impressive runway! newly built. The airport will turn
International exceptionally for our pilots
8:00 Departure to Constanza: 3527' above sea level.
We will see Pico Duarte, then descend through the
'Rio Grande' canyon into the scenic Constanza valley.
Constanza, named "SUIZA DEL CARIBE" is being
considered as a destination by aviation buffs. Last year,
the government reopened the rehabilitated Constanza
airport. Constanza is located in the country's most
fertile lands, the stunning Cordillera Central mountain
and the Cibao Valley. Well endowed with rich soil and
incredible natural resources, it is known for the
production of roses and many other flower varieties.
This region attracts nature lovers, cigar connoisseurs
and adventurers. The area's attractions include the
highest waterfall in the Caribbean, Salto de Aguas
Blancas, the Ebano Verde Scientific Reserve, mountain
trails and memorable mountain cooking. The Ministry of
Tourism recently built a panoramic viewing platform at
the Aguas Blancas waterfall.
Excursion: Salto de Agua s Blancas - Located way
off the beaten path in Jarabacoa, Salto de Aguas
Blancas The 55°F water falls off this waterfall into a
collecting pond that's 83 meters below. The real treasure with this natural beauty is its remoteness. Visit of
the "Flower fields" and picknick.
DAY 5: Wednesday April 21- Constanza
Lodging: Located in the Japanese Colony, Mi Cabaña Resort has comfortable family lodgings and Suites.
Recreation area, Amphitheatre, Entertainment room,
Swimming Pool, BBQ area, Bike rental, Sport field,
Bonfires, motorized excursions, hiking and horseback riding
expeditions to the most popular spots of the zone.
Mr. Raphael Collada, resort owner and Juan Tactuk both
important member of the Constanza Ecotourism board,
airport administration and the Dominican Republic Tourism
promotion group airport will welcome our group and
coordinate various activities
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PUERTO RICO "the "Island of Enchantment,"
DAY 6: Thursday April 22: Constanza (MDCZ) – San Juan (Puerto Rico) TJIG
Departure from El Higuero Int’l MDJB – La Romana (MDLR) 43 NM – Punta Cana (MDPC) 32 NM-
San Juan (TJIG) 129 NM 251 NM
10:00: Departure to TJIG
Fuel & Customs: San Juan (PR)
Longest leg over water: Punta Cana – Raphael Hernandez airport PR : 70 NM
Puerto Rico is 100 miles long by 35 wide and as a result of its
geographical position in the center of the arc of the Antilles,
Puerto Rico is essentially a crossroads of Hispanic and Anglo
cultures. Despite it's very diverse influx of cultures, Puerto Rico
has been a part of the United States since 1898 and Puerto
Ricans have been U.S. citizens since 1917.
The Spaniards had the earliest and greatest influence to the
Island at their arrival in 1493. During their 400-year tenure the
Spaniards laid the bedrock of the language and culture. They built
cities and towns, fortresses and churches, lighthouses and
roadways. Close to 4 million people live on the Island. Residents
of Puerto Rico have much in common with their fellow Americans
in the continental United States, yet they retain a decidedly
Hispanic heritage.
Combining over 300 miles of the most beautiful beaches in the
Caribbean, a large Tropical Rain forest, a Cave System millions
of years old, and a Dry Forest filled with Cactus... and with
its charm and warm people, Puerto Rico embraces all visitors.
As one of the oldest and most diversified cultures in the world,
Puerto Rico is a vibrant, modern, bilingual, multicultural society,
one that has been molded by Spanish, African, Indian and U.S.
influences. Both ultra-modern and bewitchingly exotic, Puerto
Rico is truly the Island of Enchantment.
Tropical Aviation FBO
welcomes GGC Caribbean
Air Challenge participants.
Conveniently located on Isla
Grande Executive Airport,
within minutes of San Juan's
premier hotels, casinos,
beaches, cruise ship ports,
arenas, museums, opera
house, brand-new convention
center, Old San Juan, and
fine arts district, Tropical
Aviation team will make you
feel at home.
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Tropical Aviation is our host !
The personnel of state-of-the-art facility and highly trained employees make this FBO the best in Puerto Rico.
San Juan has so much to offer!
A bus is at your disposition : 15$
each includes all
Ø Tansport from and back to hotel
Ø Bus tour
Ø Transport to dinner
Free transport from airport and back
Lodging: Comfort Inn San Juan
Program:
12:00 Arrival and customs
13:00 Welcome reception at the airport
14:30 Check in at hotel
15:30 Bus tour of the old San Juan
18:00 Enjoy San Juan Hispanic ambiance and night life
The Honourable Governor Luis G. Fortuño has been notified of our venue!
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TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS
DAY 7: Friday April 23
San Juan (TJIG) – Grand Turk (MBGT) 381 NM
San Juan (Isla Grande) (TJIG) – Raphael Hernandez TJBQ 59 NM –
Punta Cana (MDPC) 70 NM – Puerto Plata (MDPP) 144 NM – Salt Cay (MBSY) 101 NM –
Grand Turk (MBGT) 7 NM
9:00 : Departure to MBGT
Longest leg over water: 101 NM Salt Cay
Customs & fuel: Grand Turk
Home to the Best Beach in the World, breathtaking views
from inviting waters, vibrant coral reefs and legendary diving,
snorkelling and fishing, Turks and Caicos Islands beckon you
to an undiscovered Caribbean.
The Turks and Caicos Islands consist of 40 different islands
and cays, 8 of which are inhabited. From the main tourist
center of Providenciales to the quiet and tranquil islands of
North and Middle Caicos to the historic Capital Island of
Grand Turk; Providenciales or “Provo” is the center of the
tourism industry with a wide range of luxury hotels,
restaurants, attractions and facilities. Provo’s Grace Bay
Beach has been ranked "World’s Best Beach" by "Conde'
Nast" magazine and by the World Travel Awards for several
years. Grand Turk and Salt Cay offer a glimpse into
Caribbean history with great Bermudian architecture and a rustic charm.
Grand Turk is the capital island of the Turks and Caicos, its
historical heartbeat; It is here that Christopher Columbus first made
landfall on his initial voyage to the New World in 1492. Almost 500
years later, US astronaut John Glenn "discovered" Grand Turk
himself, after he became the first American man to orbit the earth.
This small island attests to the simple way of life from its historic
days of salt-raking, even with the recent addition of the Caribbean's
newest state-of-the-art cruise port. A coral reef, only 1000' out from
the western shoreline of spectacular beaches, drops off in sheer
walls to depths of 7000' (great for wall diving) to depths of 7000' in
the Columbus Passage, known for the annual migration of
humpback whales in January through April.
13:00 Grand Turk (JAGS McCartney International MBGT)
Airport welcome reception by the Turks & Caicos Tourism
committee..
13:30 Transfer to Hotel, Relax in this beautiful & exclusive resort
Lodging: The Osprey Beach and Bohio Resort.
Picture: Osprey beach
DAY 8: Saturday April 24 - 2 nd day in Grand Turk
13:30 Island tour to include Conch World, the Historic Lighthouse,
Museum and more (cost to be determined) Snorkel tours
proposed at BOHIO
17:00 Bar-B -Q buffet with a welcome rum punch cocktail, main
course, and dessert for $30.00 per person at the BOHIO. A local
live band will be playing, for listening pleasure and dancing.
Lodging: The Osprey Beach and Bohio Resort.
Picture: BOHIO beach (best diving resort)
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DAY 9: Sunday April 25 th - Grand Turk MBGT - Providenciales MBPV 66 NM
Program:
8:00 Breakfast at Hotel
9:00 Transfer back to airport
9:30 Depart flights to Providenciales
10:30 Transport to Hotel
The Alexandra Resort & Spa is an all-suite resort located directly on
world famous Grace Bay Beach. Understated luxury with a delightful
Caribbean atmosphere, fantastic beach views, international cuisine
with an island flair, championship golf, world class scuba diving and
so much more await you. The resort features a free form pool with
swim up bar and ocean view restaurant. Suites lay claim to luxury
styling throughout and expansive terraces or balconies all offering
fabulous beach and ocean views.
11:30 Transfer to Lunch & event w/ Sail Provo
12:00 cruise & Lunch $68pp (up to 50 persons)**
Along the north shore of Providenciales you will find Grace Bay
Beach, one of the world's best and dotted with some of the Caribbean's leading luxury resorts, while being
protected by a long coral reef, which is rich in aquatic life.
16:00 Transfer back to hotels:
evening cocktail reception at the
Alexandra Resort by the beach.
19:00 Transfer to Dinner
19:20 Tropicana Show & Supper Club (Dinner & Show $75pp)**
22:00 Transfers back to Hotel
**"Sail Provo" offers a very popular 3 hour cruise that provides a
shoreline and reef sailing, with lunch on board as well as swimming and
snorkeling, while moored off a private beach area. Experiencing such a
water excursion should not be missed; this tour well exemplifies what the
islands are best known for. This tour should also include a stop on Little
Water Cay, a national park, inhabited only by indigenous iguanas. There is
an additional $5.00 per person if open.
**The Tropicana Show and Dinner Club is a new operation on
Provo and being well reviewed. This song and dance show will
highlight local culture and dance.
Also to see in Provo:
"The world's only Sea Farm that raises Caribbean Queens fit for a King"
Explore the only conch farm in the world, yes where Caribbean Queen Conchs are raised
from veliger to adult. Here you can watch how the process is done, enjoy a show with the
two trained and very friendly conchs, see conch pearls and even purchase fresh conch for
a fabulous conch salad. Conch is quickly becoming a rising star food with top chefs from
the USA and round the world choosing to use Turks and Caicos Conch Farmed products
in their new dishes. Not sure this will fit in the program, will advise soon.
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DAY OF THE FINALS - THE BAHAMAS ISLANDS
DAY 10 - ELEUTHERA - ABACO
Monday April 26 th “Provo” MBPV – Governor's Harbour MYEM - Treasure Cay MYAT
8:30 Transfer back to Airport
9:30 Departure to MYEM Total 428 NM
FIRST LEG: "Provo" MBPV - Governor's Island- Eleuthera 324 NM
Departure from “PROVO” MBPV – Mayaguana (MYMM) 56 NM – Colonel Hill (MYCI) 66 NM-
Deadman’s Cay (MYLD) 58 NM - Stella Marris (MYLS) 27 NM - Governor's Harbour (MYEM) 117 NM
Customs & fuel: Governor's Harbour MYEM
Longest leg over water: 56 NM
Eleuthera, a name that literally means freedom, still exudes
pristine natural beauty and colorful local charm. Established as
a playground for the wealthy in the 1960’s, the island of Eleuthera
remains largely untouched. Over the last couple of years, the island
has garnered renewed interest as its untouched beauty is being
rediscovered by privileged travelers from around the world. The New
York Times described Eleuthera as having “self-evident allure with
pink sandy beaches as far as the eye can see”.
Received by Michael Reardon, owner of the recently opened elegant & refined Sky Beach Club resort, you will
enjoy a refreshing lunch by the pool, in one of the most beautiful peaceful and unspoiled environment.
A place for pilots to remember as the place "where the sky meets the beach".
SECOND LEG: Governor's Harbour MYEM - Treasure Cay, MYAT 104 NM
15:00 - Departure from Governor's Harbour to MYAT
Program:
16:00 - Arrival at Treasure Cay Int'l - Met by Bahamas Tourism Committee ABACO ISLAND
16:30 - Transport to Treasure Cay Hotel & Marina & check in, enjoy a visit of this Bahamian style Community.
18:00 - Meet at the bar for a cocktail celebration and Trophy award ceremonies.
After the ceremonies you are invited to enjoy the many place where as they say in the Bahamas
"you can wet your whistle"
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Established in 1783, when 1,400
American Loyalists from the New York
state region fled the Revolution and
settled first in Treasure Cay at Carleton
Point. From there, some moved on to
nearby islands. These pioneers
developed the economy of the island
with an expertise in wooden
boatbuilding, a tradition that has been
passed down to present day.
The natural beauty and pristine waters
are major attractions to living in or
visiting Treasure Cay. There are no
pictures that can prepare a visitor for
the awesome site of this beach…its
size, its white powdery sand and those
beautiful blue waters.
Treasure Cay Hotel Resort & Marina
resort’s layout has embraced the nuances of the community. One feels connected to the locals in sharing
grocery store visits, shopping for beachwear, enjoying morning aromas from the bakery and visiting the canvas
shop or post office. There are several locations to “wet your whistle”, from the Spinnaker Lounge to the Coco
Beach Bar and the Tipsy Seagull Bar. The Tipsy Seagull is renowned as the local hot spot that features weekly
live entertainment and dancing ‘til the wee hours. About 100 yards from the water’s edge sits the Coco Beach
Bar & Grill, famous for its Bahamian drink specialties and local grilled favourites. This quaint, nautical facility
features weekly entertainment, picnic tables, lounge chairs, thatched shades and a water sport cabana for Hobie
Cat, kayak and banana boat rentals. The Spinnaker Restaurant is best for upscale dining.
In Treasure Cay one can relax, or be adventurous and go snorkelling, diving or golfing at the championship
course. Treasure Cay had established itself as the #1 spot for catching blue marlin in the Bahamas. In 1996, a
1,030 lb. blue marlin, the second largest ever in the Bahamas, was caught off Treasure Cay. is on display in the
Tipsy Seagull Bar.
DAY 11 - THE END
10:00 Pilots to be transported back to airport for a departure to destination of their choice.
Should you wish to stay extra days, please make arrangements with Treasure Cay resort ahead of time.
2084 TOTAL NM
Video filming : DVD of the adventure will be made available to pilots.
Information how to order will be sent to those interested.
Daily blog posting
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Why join the Caribbean Air Challenge?
Since 2001, the International Air Rally
presents the largest International Flying
Events in North America: Received by over 100
hosts across Canada and US neighbouring States as well
as French Island of St-Pierre & Miquelon including 10
Native Communities of the Canadian North.
Over 30 000 NM covered from West to East, South to
North & beyond the Arctic circle.
Attracts pilots & media from 4 continents.
Picture: Paul Tubb, Watson Lake, Yukon montage 2009
Covered annually by largest Aviation and glamorous European
Travel magazines.
Three documentaries broadcasted on Major North American
Television Channels.
The International Air Rally knows no borders. Starting 2010 the
Organizing Committee will bring this event to different part of the
world.
What makes the GGC Caribbean Air Challenge so unique?
Ø Each and every destination is officially hosting the event (local Government)
Ø Lowest negotiated accommodation costs, no landing, parking or other normally imposed fees in hosted
destinations.
Ø Participating pilots will not be confined to isolated “resorts”
but brought to share the local’s way of life with the security
provided by local Governments where needed.
Ø Teams benefit from “cost cut” sponsorship opportunities.
Ø Registered pilots stand a chance to win the prestigious
Governor General’s Cup.
Ø It is not a race!!! Pilots put to test navigation flying and
safety skills, identify waypoint, perform educational &
special mission….
Ø Fun ground competitions related to local tradition and
culture.
Ø Daily celebrations shared with the locals accompanied by
music and dance
Ø Obviously ideal for making new friendship. It is THE meeting point for pilots from all over the world. A pretext
for old timers to reunite.
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The program provides an attractive combination of fun, cultural experiences and mild
competitions:
Cultural experiences enamelled by pleasant surprises. The GGC
Caribbean Air Challenge offers another way to travel and to
understand the country and the people
The Bahamas and Caribbean Islands are a beautiful playground for
tourists, sports adepts and a heaven for pilots: just a hop from one
paradise to another.
Golden beaches, turquoise waters, friendly people exotic towns
where the remaining of colonialism and slavery can still be found in
many of the islands’ culture today.
Don’t miss this appointment with a history rich with adventurous
tales, blended cultures, and natural diversity. The locals are waiting
with open arms.
Register today: 375 $ per plane–
Full information package and guide provided upon registration.
Limited to 30 aircraft on this first edition.
Contact: Catherine 450-969-2247 ctobenas@airrally.com
The world is at your door…Start packing!!!
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