Important Reminder; The City of Vancouver is host to the Molson Indy 500 car race. 29 August through 1 September, flights into Vancouver will be extremely busy during this period so book early to ensure the flight and hotel of your choice.
ACCOMMODATION and TOURS
Carlson Wagonlit Travel, #150 - 409 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC Canada V6C 1T4
Tel.: (1) 604-685-3923 Toll Free USA & Canada 1-800-803-7811 Fax.: (1) 604-682-7492
Carlson Wagonlit Travel is the official travel agent for the 57th International Congress of FIP (International Pharmaceutical Federation) and will be offering special Conference rates for accommodation and Congress tours.
Hotel space has been blocked by Carlson Wagonlit Travel at the following hotels:
Category A $300 to $350
Pan Pacific Hotel (at the Vancouver Trade and Convention Centre), Wedgewood Hotel
Category B $250 to $295
Westin Bayshore, Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver, Hotel Vancouver, Pacific Palisades Hotel, Sutton Place Hotel, Sheraton Wall Centre Garden Hotel, Waterfront Centre Hotel (Congress Hotel), Hyatt Regency Vancouver
Category C $140 to $245
Century Plaza Hotel, Holiday Inn Downtown, Hotel Georgia, Landmark Hotel, Metropolitan Hotel, Renaissance Hotel Vancouver
Carlson Wagonlit Travel can also arrange for more modest accommodation. Please contact them directly for further information.
All rates are per night, per room, single, double or twin occupancy. Hotel taxes of 10% and GST of 7% are additional.Subsequently GST can be reclaimed by most non-Canadian residents. All prices are in Canadian dollars and are subject to change.
All hotels are within easy access of the Vancouver Trade and Convention Centre. Most are within a 10 minute walk. The Westin Bayshore, Landmark Hotel, Pacific Palisades and the Holiday Inn Downtown are 5 minutes away by taxi. Bus shuttle service will not be provided.
How To Book
In order to benefit from the special Congress rates, kindly send the Accommodation Form (see Registration Application Forms section of the Web site) with authorisation to charge your credit card, to the Fax number or address as listed above. All reservations will be confirmed on a first come, first served basis.
Payment
All reservations must be paid in advance of your arrival in Vancouver in order to guarantee rates and space. All payments are to be made directly to Carlson
Wagonlit Travel in Vancouver. Carlson Wagonlit Travel will accept Travellers cheques, Visa, Mastercard/Eurocard and Diners Club/enRoute credit cards.
Deposit: of $350 per person must accompany all hotel reservations and must be made not later than May 1, 1997.
Final Payment is required not later than August 1, 1997.
Important Notes
Carlson Wagonlit Travel will endeavour to secure reservations at the hotel and in the price range as selected on the Tours & Accommodations Form B. Confirmation with full details of your hotel selection will be made in writing.
Carlson Wagonlit Travel or their agents shall not be responsible for, and shall be exempt from, all liability in respect of any loss, damage, injury, accident, delay or inconvenience to any person, or his/her luggage and any other property, for any reason whatsoever, for any tourist services provided.
Space is extremely limited, particularly for pre-conference dates. Accommodation will not be available without advance reservation.
Personal travel and health insurance is highly recommended.
Official check-in time for hotels is 14:00 and check out time is 12:00 noon.
Cancellation Policy
- Up to 90 days prior to arrival - full refund less bank charges;
- Up to 45 days prior to arrival - cancellation charge of $200 per room;
- Less than 45 days prior to arrival - deposit payment will be forfeited;
Change of Booking
Any change to a reservation must be sent to Carlson Wagonlit Travel, not later than August 1, 1997. Changes sent directly to the hotel will not be accepted.
Arrival & Departure Assistance
Transportation to all hotels for arrivals at the Vancouver International Airport is readily accessible. Taxi and limousine charges can be expected to cost approximately $30 per vehicle, one way. The Airporter Bus charges $10 one way, $15 round trip, per person. All are available immediately upon exiting the terminal.
Pre & Post Congress Tours
Carlson Wagonlit Travel is the official travel agency for FIP 97. We offer a variety of tours that will appeal to a broad spectrum of tastes. To book a tour, all reservations must be made using the Tours & Accommodations Form B. All prices quoted are in Canadian dollars and include taxes where applicable. All prices are subject to change with out notice. All prices include hotel pick up and drop off.
The following tours are being offered exclusively to Congress participants.
VANCOUVER, WHISTLER & VICTORIA
Thursday, 28 August, Tuesday, 2 September, Thursday, 4 September
Deluxe Grand City Tour - Vancouver
Tour #YVR1 3.5 hours. Price $42
Discover the scenic highlights of this fabulous west coast Canadian city. A coach tour through Vancouver is an ideal way to see the local sights. This tour takes visitors to Stanley Park, Gastown, Chinatown, Queen Elizabeth Park and much more. Morning departure.
Mountains & Sea Tour - Vancouver
Tour #YVR2 4.5 hours. Price $60
Discover the scenic beauty of Vancouver and its surrounding areas. From sea level to 4000 feet above the shore, you wont want to miss this spectacular tour of the majestic North Shore Mountains. Afternoon departure.
Whistler Resort Tour*
Tour #WHS1 9.5 hours. Price $97
Enjoy the magic of world famous Whistler Village. Your comfortable scenic cruiser takes you along beautiful Howe Sound to Shannon Falls and on to Whistler Village. See breath-taking mountains, lakes and glaciers. Return transportation will be by the Royal Hudson Train. Morning Departure. *Not available 2 September.
Victoria Excursion Tour
Tour #YYJ1 12.5 hours. Price $103
Take a day trip to Victoria, located on Vancouver Island. Journey via a 90-minute ferry ride, across Georgia Strait and through the beautiful Gulf Islands. This tour takes you to Victorias world famous sights, including Butchard Gardens, the Royal British Columbia Museum and the Empress Hotel. Morning departure.
GOLF
British Columbia boasts some of the finest golf courses in the world with spectacular fairways that have been graced by presidents and princes, comedians and crooners. The Provinces variety of premium courses is so exceptional that British Columbia is recognized as Canadas official golf destination by the PGA Tour. Vancouver is a golfers haven. Make arrangements for a days outing.
Tuesday, 2 September, Thursday, 4 September
Swan-E-Set Bay Resort & Country Club
Tour #GLF1 8 hours. Price $120
Lee Trevino/Wm. Graves Inc. designed, 7000 yards, ranked one of North Americas top 20. Morning departure.
Morgan Creek
Tour #GLF2 8 hours. Price $100
Canadian designer, Thomas McBroom, home of the CPGA of BC, 6750 yards. Morning departure.
Prices include hotel pick up and drop off and green fees. Participation is limited to 40 passengers. Equipment rental available for an additional charge: clubs, pull carts, electric carts, etc.
SCENIC COACH TOURS
Four Day David Thompson Tour
Tour #4DAY Price from $815
Depart: Thursday, 28 August, Return: Sunday, 31 August or
Depart: Saturday, 6 September, Return: Tuesday, 9 September
Travel via motor coach through the legendary Canadian Rockies. Youll witness the mighty mountains against sapphire skies, glistening glaciers, and lakes. Discover the icefields and journey to Banff, Sulphur Mountain Gondola, Lake Louise, Columbia Icefield, Sagebrush Country and Rogers Pass. This tour travels one way from Vancouver to Calgary. Morning departure. Includes two lunches. Return airfare to Vancouver are additional.
Eight Day Rockies Circle West Tour
Tour #8DAY Price from $1835
Depart: Saturday, 23 August, Return: Saturday, 30 August or
Depart: Saturday, 6 September, Return: Saturday, 13 September
Enjoy an eight day round trip tour to the Rocky Mountains. Youll travel to and from Vancouver in Via Rails Silver & Blue train and in a Gray Line motor coach. The tour takes you to the Columbia Icefield, Banff National Park, Sulphur Mountain Gondola, Lake Louise, Jasper and Rogers Pass. While in Jasper, take a side tour to Pyramid and Patricia Lakes and Maligne Canyon. Overnight stops are in Jasper, Banff, Lake Louise, Kamloops and Vancouver. Evening Departure. Includes two lunches and two meals on board Via Rail.
All prices are per person, based on double or twin sharing, in Canadian dollars and are subject to change.
CRUISE ALASKA
There is no better way to start or end your conference than by relaxing on a fabulous seven day cruise to Alaska! The Inside Passage is a voyage through timeless splendor. Sail this famous waterway with Princess Cruises on board the Regal Princess or, with Royal Caribbean Cruise Line on board their new Rhapsody of the Seas. Its an incredible journey - a voyage through history and some of the worlds most spectacular scenery. Retrace the routes of the early navigators as they sailed cautiously through intricate channels. The Inside Passage as they saw it, from mountain peak to rock-strewn shore. And with RCCL, youll see spectacular Glacier Bay. For seven days and nights, youll cruise these beautiful waters, with the voyage made even more beautiful by the tender loving care of Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean Cruise Line. Both sailings have an afternoon departure, morning return from the Canada Place Pier adjacent to the Vancouver Trade and Convention Centre.
Tour #CRS1 Rhapsody of the Seas
Depart: 23 August or 6 September
Price from: Inside cabin $1860
Outside cabin $2140
Tour #CRS2 Regal Princess
Depart: 24 August or 7 September
Price from: Inside cabin $1605
Outside cabin $2070
All cruise prices are per person based on twin or double sharing, in Canadian dollars. Prices include round trip cruise transportation/accommodation, all meals and entertainment while on board. Alcoholic beverages, port taxes, shore excursions are additional.
Important Information
Congress Tours, Golf & Cruises
Section Dinners & Luncheons
Payment for Tours, Golf and Cruises can be made by Travellers cheques, Mastercard/Eurocard or Visa credit cards only.
Payment for Section Dinners & Luncheons can be made by Travellers cheques, Mastercard/ Eurocard or Visa credit cards only.
Reservations for additional sightseeing tours, golf and fishing expeditions can be requested at the Carlson Wagonlit Travel booth during the Congress. Due to the popularity of the tours, it may be difficult to provide confirmation. It is recommended you book your tours in advance of your scheduled arrival.
The City of Vancouver is host to the Molson Indy 500 car race. 29 August through 1 September, the city will be virtually sold out. Accommodations are extremely limited. Carlson Wagonlit Travel suggests you adhere to the May 1 booking date for hotel rooms and tours. Hotels are enforcing strict policies on block release dates. Guarantee your reservations now!
Day passes for the Molson Indy 500 Race are available through Carlson Wagonlit Travel. Check the appropriate area on Tours & Accommodations Form B for more details.
Official Air Carriers
Canadian Airlines and their partner American Airlines together with Air Canada and their partner Continental Airlines have been appointed the Official Carriers for FIP 97.
For special convention rates on any routes serviced by: Canadian Airlines and American Airlines, please call: 1-800-665-5554 and quote CV# MJ 60397.
For special convention rates on any routes serviced by: Air Canada or Continental Airlines, please call: 1-800-361-7585 and quote CV# 973033.
Delegates from outside North America, please contact your local Canadian Airlines or Air Canada ticket office, nearest Carlson Wagonlit Travel office or your travel service provider and quote the CV#. This will offer up to 50% savings on the regular Economy Class Fares and a wide range of other exclusive benefits.
Arrival & Departure Assistance
Transportation to all hotels for arrivals at the Vancouver International Airport is readily accessible. Taxi and limousine charges can be expected to cost approximately $30 per vehicle, one way. The Airporter Bus charges $10 one way, $15 round trip, per person. All are available immediately upon exiting the terminal.