Official Tour Operator for the New
York City Marathon in South Africa
since 1991
Tel: (012) 460-9065 Fax: 086 219 0757
E-mail: [email protected]
Web site: www.sportsvendo.co.za
2016 NEW YORK CITY MARATHON
The New York City Marathon takes place on 6 November 2016. This will be our 25th tour and
we are proud of being the first company to be appointed representatives for the NYCM in
South Africa, taking the first group of SA runners to the NYCM since SA’s re-admittance to
international sport in 1991.
A limited number of guaranteed race entry packages are available from Sport Endeavours
International and attached hereto is a summary of our standard tour packages which include
options at a DeLux Class Hotel and the choice between flying with SAA or any other airline.
Our contracts are signed directly with New York Hotels which allows us to offer most
competitive prices.
These standard packages can easily be combined with a business trip or holiday. The option
of Personal and tailor-made tour packages are also available.
GUARANTEE OF ENTRY
To be secured of one of the guaranteed New York City Marathon entries we require the
following:
 a completed booking / race entry reservation form (part of documents attached)
 a signed and dated waiver form (part of documents attached)
 a deposit of R13,500.00 and a copy of valid passport
The closing date for entries is 31 August 2016 or earlier if all entry packages are allocated
before this date. NYCRR will accept late entries after 31 August 2016 until 15 September
2016 at an additional cost of R1,000.00 [if not sold out].
Our bank details are as follows:
Bank
ABSA, Brooklyn Branch
Branch Code
335-345
Account Name
Sport Endeavours International
Account #
1500 155 317
Proof of Payment
Fax: 086 219 0757 or email [email protected]
Reference
Name & Surname
2014 NYCM Packages
COST OF RACE ENTRY TRAVEL PACKAGES
Please take careful note of what is included and excluded in the packages. All packages are
kept as basic as possible to keep costs down and to enable you to decide on optional extras.
Cost of airline tickets are subject to a minimum number of passengers travelling together.
USA VISAS
SA passport holders require a visa to enter the USA. All other nationalities to please check.
Entry requirements and procedures can be viewed on http://southafrica.usembassy.gov/
HOTELS
Location of hotels in New York City is important and during
the NYCM time, hotel accommodation options are limited.
Please note: We have a limited number of rooms
available at each hotel.
Superior Class Hotels
The Le Parker Meridien in 57th Street, between 6th and 7th
avenues is located 2 blocks from Central Park, the popular
side of the park, and surrounded by some of the best shops
and restaurants New York can offer. It is very close to Times
Square and Broadway, the Theatre district. This hotel only
offers superior double rooms with one King size bed,
no rooms with twin beds. Rates available on request.
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DeLux Class Hotel (Best Value for Money)
Our DeLux class hotel, is the Sheraton New York Hotel and Towers, 7th avenue, at Times
Square – in the middle of where you want to be.
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Tourist Class Hotel
This is the Jolly Hotel Madison Towers, situated between
Madison and 5th Avenue. A Charming Italian style Boutique
Hotel.
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AIRLINES: SAA AND OTHER
SAA offer flights on a daily basis between SA and NY.
We do offer options on other airlines which are less
expensive. When planning your flights, please take note
that a Sunday return flight is unlikely to be an option due
to the race that only starts at 11:00 on Sunday.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
All prices are subject to the Rand / Dollar exchange rate
And airfare increases, until paid in full and tickets issued. Certain
terms and conditions apply. Refer to General Information.
Kind regards
Photographs on this page: Le Parker Meridien
Leon Swanepoel
Cell: 082 567 5720
Carinah Breytenbach
Tel: 012 460 9065
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TOUR PACKAGE : Includes accommodation at a DeLux Class Hotel
2016 TOUR PACKAGE A:
Terms and Conditions Apply
Includes accommodation at the
Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers
centrally located in 7th Avenue at West
51st Street – Times Square
www.starwoodhotels.com.sheraton
OPTION A1: GUARANTEED NYCM ENTRY PACKAGE WITH ACCOMMODATION ONLY
(Including all New York City and State Taxes & Occupancy Tax)
Option A1.1:
 2 Nights
Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers
 R22,410.00 per person sharing (two per room )
 R20,060.00 per person sharing (three per room)
 R30,650.00 single accommodation
Option A1.2:
 3 Nights
 R26,525.00 per person sharing (two per room )
 R22,995.00 per person sharing (three per room)
 R38,880.00 single accommodation
Option A1.3:
 4 Nights
 R30,650.00 per person sharing (two per room )
 R25,940.00 per person sharing (three per room)
 R47,110.00 single accommodation
Option A1.4:
 5 Nights
 R34,800.00 per person sharing (two per room )
 R28,881.00 per person sharing (three per room)
 R55,350.00 single accommodation
OPTION A2: NYCM ENTRY PACKAGE, ACCOMMODATION & AIRLINE TICKET
(Including all New York City and State Taxes)
Costing will be provided on request and according to dates of travel.
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TOUR PACKAGE B:
Includes accommodation at a Tourist Class Hotel
2016 TOUR PACKAGE B:
Terms and Conditions Apply
Includes accommodation at the Jolly Hotel Madison Towers
Located at 22 East, 38 Street (between Madison and 5th Avenue)
www.jollymadison.com
OPTION B1:
GUARANTEED NYCM ENTRY PACKAGE WITH
ACCOMMODATION ONLY
(Including all New York City and State taxes.)
Option B1.1 [Standard Rooms]:
 2 Nights
 R18,920.00 per person sharing (two per room )
 R18,380.00 per person sharing (three per room)
 R23,660.00 single accommodation
Option B1.2 [Standard Rooms]:
 3 Nights
 R21,290.00 per person sharing (two per room )
 R20,480.00 per person sharing (three per room)
 R28,400.00 single accommodation
Option B1.3 [Standard Rooms]:
 4 Nights
 R23,660.00 per person sharing (two per room )
 R22,580.00 per person sharing (three per room)
 R33,150.00 single accommodation
Option B1.4 [Standard Rooms]:
 5 Nights
 R26,050.00 per person sharing (two per room )
 R24,700.00 per person sharing (three per room)
 R37,890.00 single accommodation
OPTION B2:
NYCM ENTRY PACKAGE, ACCOMMODATION & AIRLINE TICKET
(Including all New York City and State taxes.)
Costing will be provided on request and according to dates of travel.
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ITEMS INCLUDED AND EXCLUDED IN THE TOUR PACKAGES
INCLUDED
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Economy airfare Johannesburg/New York/Johannesburg where listed.
Additional connecting fees apply for those departing from Cape Town, Durban or other SA
Cities. SA and USA airport and security taxes.
Hotel accommodation. (No meals)
This include:
 City taxes 14.75% for USA states and cities.
 City occupancy tax.
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Transfers: - Airport/Hotel: To be discussed & finalised. Cost will depend on the extend of
the group.
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Guaranteed race entry package which includes:
 Entry into the world's largest running expo
 Tickets to the pre-race pasta party
 Transport to the start of the race
 Complete list of results in magazine form
 Special T-shirt and goody bag
 Finisher’s medal and certificate
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An experienced representative of Sport Endeavours for any assistance.
OPTIONAL
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Business and First Class airfares available.
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Extended trips e.g. Disney World, New Orleans, Los Angeles, Boston and Washington.
GENERAL INFORMATION

All prices are per person and are subject to availability and current at the time of printing
and based on a predicted rate of exchange, airline and government fees.
Prices will be re calculated at the time of final and full payment.
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Cancellation fees are applicable.

An entry for the NYCM is only available as part of a tour package. A package need not be
one of the above-mentioned packages, but can also be a personalised itinerary or arranged
to co-inside with a business trip or holiday.
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Should you prefer a personalised itinerary, we would however, like to suggest that you
arrive in New York not later than 4 November 2016 (early morning). This will enable you
to register with the group on Friday morning.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
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The Fees are non-refundable under any and all circumstances
The Marathon may be cancelled due to factors beyond NYRR’s control, including without
limitation, civil unrest; terrorism [or threat of terrorism]; government regulation, decree,
order, mandate, or decision; or severe weather or other factors that, in NYRR’s sole
judgement, threaten the safety and/or well-being of participants, staff, public or
volunteers.
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2016 NEW YORK CITY MARATHON
BOOKING AND RACE ENTRY RESERVATION FORM
(PLEASE EMAIL OR FAX COPY OF YOUR ID/PASSPORT WITH THIS COMPLETED FORM)
BASIC INFORMATION
[As appears on your passport]
First Name
Middle Name
Last Name
Gender
Male
Female
Country
Address
Date of birth
Day
Month
Year
Citizenship
Email
Is this your current mailing address?
Postal Code
City
State/Province
Phone #
Cell
Home
Office
Emergency Contact
First Name
Last Name
Phone #
Cell
Home
Office
Language Preference
RUNNER INFORMATION
Predicted Time
Shirt Information [Male Long Sleeved Tech Shirt]
X-Small
Small
Medium
Large
X-Large
XX-Large
I understand that my shirt size may not be available at the time of the bib pick up
Baggage
No Baggage
Runners who pick the “no baggage” option will receive a poncho and they will be able to exit the park earlier than runners who take
their own baggage. However, ALL runners regardless of their baggage/no baggage option will still receive the Marathon Heat sheet.
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Further, you are allowed to carry a small bag during the race.