Hunter Valley Wine Tasting (Sat 20th Feb 2016)

[prozac]

I suppose I could bring a tent...

Now there's a thought...

 

[RooFlyer]

So the advice is not to stay in Newcastle itself? I thought there was talk of transport from there at some stage?

I'll have my car, but do want to drink!

Post #129 - pick up Crowne Plaza.

 

[Bindibuys]

Post #129 - pick up Crowne Plaza.

That is Crowne Plaza -LOVEDALE (Pokolbin)
The bus company is based in Cessnock.

 

[RooFlyer]

That is Crowne Plaza -LOVEDALE (Pokolbin)
The bus company is based in Cessnock.

Ooooooo... sorry samh004 .

 

[blackcat20]

We are unfortunately downgrading to bronze. Turns out we're pet sitting in Feb and am without anyone to care for that dog plus our own two....disappointed but unfortunately just can't make it work.

 

[UpInTheAir:)]

We are unfortunately downgrading to bronze. Turns out we're pet sitting in Feb and am without anyone to care for that dog plus our own two....disappointed but unfortunately just can't make it work.

Don't you just pop them outside with a couple of bowls of food like you do with children :shock:

 

[UpInTheAir:)]

I will drive up on Friday evening at 6 ish and stay until Sunday.
Will bring my X5 so could potentially offer a lift from NTL en-route to Pokolbin on the Friday evening. Car fits 6 pax plus myself.
I will also be able to do a drop off at NTL on the Sun depending on the timing.

Us too.. we haven't booked the flights yet but will probably be driving from Newcastle airport late Friday and back Sunday..
Happy to supply a lift for 2 pax

 

[samh004]

That is Crowne Plaza -LOVEDALE (Pokolbin)
The bus company is based in Cessnock.

Ooooooo... sorry samh004 .

That's what I thought.

With blackcat20 now pulled out I am considering my options. I have received a very generous offer, but just need to mull it over!

 

[QF WP]

I will drive up on Friday evening at 6 ish and stay until Sunday.
Will bring my X5 so could potentially offer a lift from NTL en-route to Pokolbin on the Friday evening. Car fits 6 pax plus myself.
I will also be able to do a drop off at NTL on the Sun depending on the timing.

Us too.. we haven't booked the flights yet but will probably be driving from Newcastle airport late Friday and back Sunday..
Happy to supply a lift for 2 pax

We're flying inbound on Friday 19th VA 1106 BNE/NTL (dep 3.25pm, arr 5.45pm) and departing Sunday 21st on VA1109 (dep 6.20pm). Now have multiple possible options for transport and would be happy to assist the petrol costs for 2 pax.

 

[blackcat20]

Don't you just pop them outside with a couple of bowls of food like you do with children :shock:

Unfortunately not that easy with a deaf cat; she has to be kept inside, which means feeds and litter changes.

That's what I thought.

With blackcat20 now pulled out I am considering my options. I have received a very generous offer, but just need to mull it over!

Sorry...I'd forgotten all about it until I was reminded that I'm dog sitting. We also need to be saving for Japan as a priority.

 

[UpInTheAir:)]

Ok.. flights now booked

MELBOURNE/NEWCASTLE VA 1593 FRI 19FEB 1220 1350
NEWCASTLE/MELBOURNE VA 1594 SUN 21FEB 1425 1600

We hope to visit some friends in Newcastle on Friday afternoon so we should be able to give Mr and Mrs QF WP a lift to the Hunter Valley when they get in

 

[SFSC]

We intend to drive to CP Lovedale around mid afternoon Friday. We could swing by Fassifern train station and pick up two people (or three with a squeeze) if anyone is flying into SYD and wants to come into the area by train. The trains departing Central at 15 past the hour are faster (less stops). If you are not at the CP, we can drop you off at your digs in the area.

We are returning Sunday and can drop off at Fassifern on the way back.

 

[Buzzard]

Accommodation for the drive from ADL to NTL booked.
We have gone from The 'ilton to the Beehive Motel, Coolac. $80 a night, no breakfast and the Exec Lounge doubles as the Public Bar.

 

[samh004]

I am regretfully, a late withdrawal.

The post-Christmas period has resulted in a low bank balance, and as such I can't afford much at the moment. I was really looking forward to coming along, but there's always the next event!

 

[Bindibuys]

And you thought we had forgotten you all........ Not in the slightest.

It's now time to put your money on the table. The link will be in the next post, but thought I should let you know firstly what the plans are:

Friday 19th Feb: arrive at your leisure. There is a large table booked at the Lovedale The Lovedale Bar and Restaurant | Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley as a meeting point for those in the Valley and some where to get dinner if you have not already eaten.

Saturday 20th Feb: 9:15am Cessnock bus pick-up (Please let us know if you require a pick up from Cessnock)
9:45am - bus departs Crowne Plaza - main meeting point.
9:50am - pick up from Pokolbin Village
10:00am - Brokenwood Wines - special treat with barrel tasting.
11:am - depart
11:15am - Domaine De Binet - tour & wine tasting with the winemaker
12:15pm - Lunch under the verandah at Domaine De Binet
1:15pm - depart
1:30pm - tastings at Audrey Wilkinson
2:30pm - depart
2:45pm - Tyrrell's for tastings & vineyard tour
4:30pm - depart
4:40pm - Pokolbin Village for visit to Chocolate and or Cheese shop
5:00pm - depart
5:10pm - arrive Crowne Plaza
5:30pm - any drop off's in Cessnock.

We are currently looking at 2 locations for an easy order yourself dinner. Or, of course you are free to dine at one of the many fabulous restaurants in the area.
Transfers to/from restaurants available from: Local Tours and Transfers - Vineyard Shuttle Service

If you have any questions, please post here or PM one of us.

 

[Bindibuys]

Tickets are $112.00 per person.
This covers your bus transport, tastings & gourmet lunch.

Please purchase your tickets by Wednesday 10th February, so we can confirm numbers with our suppliers.

Trybooking | AFF Hunter Valley Wine Tour

Added by admin: Please see http://www.australianfrequentflyer....lection-funds-attending-46200.html#post735996. There is no issue that this event does not follow the Guidelines, as long as participants are aware of it. Looks like a fun event - thanks for organising!

 

[Buzzard]

Fabulous itinerary.
Pick up for 4 pax in Cessnock please.

 

[Bindibuys]

Fabulous itinerary. Pick up for 4 pax in Cessnock please.

Certainly, names and location please.

 

[Buzzard]

Certainly, names and location please.

Buzzard, Ruby, Leanne, Marc.
Will get back to you on the location.
Think it's the Cessnock Hotel :what:

 

[FuzzyAUS]

2 x Booked and Paid,

We are staying at the Crowne Plaza