The 2010 Avatar Master Course schedule

Geelong, Australia • April 3-11

Reserve accommodations with:
Star’s Edge International
237 N Westmonte Dr
Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
USA
(407) 788-3090  tel.
(407) 788-1052  fax
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Hotel information:
Mercure Hotel Geelong
Corner Gheringhap & Myers Street
Geelong, Victoria
Australia 3220
61 3 5223 6200  tel.
61 3 5221 5814  fax
www.mercuregeelong.com.au

Situated in the heart of Geelong close to shopping, the Eastern Beach waterfront, quality restaurants and major attractions, the Mercure Hotel Geelong is an ideal location for the site of Australia’s Avatar Master Course.

You can integrate the day’s exercises while walking along the waterfront, do Feel-Its in nearby Kardinia Park or watch the sunset over Corio Bay.

Guest rooms feature baths with spa jets, refrigerator, individually controlled air-conditioning, in-house movies, tea and coffee making facilities, hair dryer, broadband or wireless Internet access, iron and ironing board. Hotel facilities include currency exchange facilities, a gymnasium and spa, dry cleaning, and 24 hour room service.

The average high temperature in April is 79°F (26°C). The average low temperature is 62°F (17°C). Dress is casual.

Accommodations

Reserve your room through Star’s Edge by March 30, 2010. Room rates are as follows:

Single:   $139 aud/person/night
Double:   $69.50 aud/person/night
aud=Australian dollars
GST is included.

Cancellation Policy: For late reservations contact Star’s Edge. Cancel hotel reservations at least 48 hours prior to arrival or one night’s room rate will be charged.

Travel

Geelong is located in the state of Victoria, Australia, 75kms to the west of Melbourne. The Mercure Hotel Geelong is in the city centre, near Eastern Beach Waterfront, only a short distance to the Great Ocean Road, as well as Avalon Airport and Tullamarine (Melbourne) Airport. The hotel is located on the corner of Myers and Gheringhap Streets.

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Egmond aan Zee, The Netherlands • April 3-11

Reserve accommodations with:
Hotel Zuiderduin
Zeeweg 52-1931 VL
Postbus 80-1930 AB
Egmond aan Zee
The Netherlands
+31 (0)72-750 2027  tel.
+31 (0)72-750 2029  tel.
+31 (0)72-750 2001  fax
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www.zuiderduin.nl

The Netherlands in springtime is a land of blooming tulip fields framed by waterways, lush meadows, and coastal dunes. The small, idyllic Egmond aan Zee is a 1000-year-old coastal town just northwest of Amsterdam. It’s a wonderful site for The Master Course, with a historic downtown and miles of walking paths. Where the buildings of Egmond aan Zee stop, the unspoiled natural beauty of the Noord Holland Dune reserve begins.

Hotel Zuiderduin is perfectly situated with an easy walk to the city center or the beaches. Rooms are equipped with television, telephone, and alarm-clock radios. The hotel also has a fitness center, heated indoor pool, sauna, beauty salon, and squash courts, among other amenities.

Temperatures during April average in the mid 50s (13°C). Warm clothing and an umbrella are recommended. Dress is casual.

Accommodations

Reserve your room with the hotel by March 19, 2010. Room rates are as follows:

Single Room:    107.50euros/person/night
Double Room:    82.50 euros/person/night

For late reservations contact Star’s Edge. Rates are full board and include breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, and tea. (Lunch is not included on day of arrival, dinner is not included on departure day).

Cancellation Policy: within 14 days of arrival=1 night; within 7 days=2 nights; within 3 days=4 nights.

Travel

By train/taxi: From Schiphol Airport to train station Amsterdam Sloterdijk (approx. 10 min., four trains each hour). At train station Amsterdam Sloterdijk, take a train to Alkmaar/Den Helder and exit at train station Heiloo (approx. 30 min., three trains each hour). Take a taxi to Egmond aan Zee (10 min.)

By car: Leave Schiphol via A4 and head toward Amsterdam. Switch directly to A9 in the direction Haarlem/Alkmaar. At the roundabout Alkmaar go toward Heiloo/Den Helder. After the third traffic light turn left to Egmond. Follow the signs to Egmond aan Zee. In Egmond aan Zee drive straight onto the Y-junction. Follow the “centrum” sign. Follow sign “Strand-Zuid” to the “Admiraal de Ruyterweg,” which moves straight onto the “Zeeweg.”

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Lake Mary, Florida, USA • May 29-June 6

Reserve accommodations with:
Star’s Edge International
237 N Westmonte Dr
Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
USA
(407) 788-3090  tel.
(407) 788-1052  fax
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Hotel information:
Orlando Marriott Lake Mary
1501 International Parkway
Lake Mary, FL 32746 USA
(407) 995-1100  tel.
800-380-7724  (in USA)
(407) 995-1150  fax

Each year 34 million people visit Orlando. Many come for the wonderful weather, elaborate theme parks and exciting thrill-rides. But Avatars come to experience the real magic of Central Florida, The Master Course.

Just minutes north of Orlando in Lake Mary, the second Central Florida Master Course of the year will unfold at the Orlando Marriott Lake Mary. With winding walkways and a central fountain, the courtyard is a wonderful place for Label-Its. Ideal for Counting Forms, the hotel’s striking decor has a distinctive metropolitan flair. Custom-crafted European furnishings and luxurious bedding paired with granite and marble bathrooms provide the background for the conveniences that make your stay here a pleasure. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Bistro 1501 features fresh contemporary cuisine. A variety of trend setting restaurants, shopping, and movies are within walking distance of the hotel.

High temperatures are in the upper 80s (31°C), low temperatures are in the mid 70s (23°C). Dress is casual. Florida establishments utilize air conditioning, so bring a sweater or light jacket for indoors. Sunglasses and sunscreen are also recommended.

Accommodations

Reserve your room through Star’s Edge by May 11, 2010. Room rates are as follows:

Single:   $126 usd/person/night
Double:   $63 usd/person/night
+ tax

A discounted breakfast buffet is available for $14.00 usd, plus tax and gratuity. See the front desk for coupons.

For reservations contact Star’s Edge. Reservations cancelled less than 72 hours before scheduled arrival will be charged one night’s stay.

Travel

From Orlando International Airport take 528 West to I-4 East. Take I-4 East to Exit 101A. From the exit ramp turn left onto County Road 46A. At the second traffic light turn left onto International Parkway. The hotel will be on your left-hand side and sits on the corner of C.R. 46A and International Parkway.

Taxi and limousine service is available from the airport.

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Suwon, Korea • June 26-July 4

Reserve accommodations with:
La Vie d’Or Resort & Country Club
141-39 Botong-ri
Jeongnam-myeon
Hwaseong-si
Gyeonggi-do
South Korea
(82) 31-352-7150  tel.
(82) 31-352-4618  fax
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www.laviedorresort.co.kr

Returning to Asia, The Master Course will be in the Korean city of Suwon, in the province of Gyeonggi-do. Less than an hour from Seoul, Suwon is home to many historical relics and landmarks.

La Vie d’Or Resort is situated on spacious grounds that includes a 9-hole golf course, and enjoys a beautiful mountain view to enhance your Master Course experience.

Rooms are equipped with central heating and air conditioning, television, telephones, hair dryers, and safety facilities. Other ammenities include a fitness center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and hiking courses. Upscale Chinese, Western and Korean-style restaurants are overseen by some of the best available chefs in Korea. There are also beautiful gardens surrounding the hotel that are ideal for your Master Course exercises.

Temperatures range from highs around 80°F (27°C) to lows around 61°F (16°C). Dress is casual.

Accommodations

Reserve your room with the hotel by June 12, 2010. Room rates are as follows:

Single:    124,000W/person/night
Double:    85,000W/person/night
Jr. Suite 143,000W/person/night
W =Korean Won

Rate includes breakfast and lunch.

The hotel has a request that if you are not staying at the hotel to plan to purchase their lunch coupons. The hotel prepares a wonderful buffet for 27,500W per day.

For late reservations contact Star’s Edge. Cancel hotel reservations at least 72 hours prior to arrival or one night’s room rate will be charged.

Travel

Located one hour south of Seoul, La Vie d’Or is adjacent to the Suwon Science College in Hwaseong. If driving, please use Gwa-chon to Bong Dam Express Highway when traveling from Seoul. For directions, shuttle schedules, and maps, please visit the resort’s website at: www.laviedorresort.co.kr

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Willingen, Germany • July 31-August 8

Reserve accommodations with:
Sauerland Stern Hotel
Kneippweg 1
34508 Willingen/Hochsauerland
Germany
(49) 5 632-4040  tel.
(49) 5 632-6119  fax
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Star’s Edge is revisiting The Sauerland Stern Hotel due to their outstanding hospitality and ease with which they make our people feel at home. In the land of 1000 mountains lies the village of Willingen. The charming countryside of the Upper Sauerland region offers Avatars from around the world an experience to be remembered.

Stroll down the village streets of Willingen doing Label-Its. Feel the mountains as you experience a chairlift ride to the top, and enjoy the view as you take one of many paths down the mountain to arrive back home. This is a thoroughly modern hotel with a great staff. It even includes a movie theater.

August in Germany is ideal. Temperatures range from 58°F (14°C) in the evening to a high of 77°F (28°C) during the day. Dress is casual.

Accommodations

Reserve your room with the hotel by July 16, 2010. Room rates are as follows:

Single:        119 euros/person/night
Double:        93 euros/person/night
Triple:          77 euros/person/night
Quadruple:   63 euros/person/night

Rate includes full board per person per night. For late reservations contact Star’s Edge.

Hotel rates include value-tax, service charge, free use of hotel swimming pool, sauna, and fitness studio. Rooms have a bath/WC, balcony, radio, telephone, color TV, and minibar.

Hotel deposits are refundable if cancelled prior to July 17, 2010.

Travel

For international travelers, fly into the Frankfurt International Airport. From there take a shuttle or taxi to The Sauerland Stern Hotel, about a 2-hour drive. The hotel has offered shuttle service from the airport on July 30, 2010, at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm. This service will cost 26 euros per person. Indicate on your accommodations form if you want a shuttle from the Frankfurt Airport to the hotel. Returning shuttles are offered on August 7 and August 9 at 8:oo am.

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Lake Mary, Florida, USA • September 4-12

Reserve accommodations with:
Star’s Edge International
237 N Westmonte Dr
Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
USA
(407) 788-3090  tel.
(407) 788-1052  fax
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Hotel information:
Orlando Marriott Lake Mary
1501 International Parkway
Lake Mary, FL 32746 USA
(407) 995-1100  tel.
800-380-7724  (in USA)
(407) 995-1150  fax

Each year 34 million people visit Orlando. Many come for the wonderful weather, elaborate theme parks and exciting thrill-rides. But Avatars come to experience the real magic of Central Florida, The Master Course.

Just minutes north of Orlando in Lake Mary, the third Central Florida Master Course of the year will unfold at the Orlando Marriott Lake Mary. With winding walkways and a central fountain, the courtyard is a wonderful place for Label-Its. Ideal for Counting Forms, the hotel’s striking decor has a distinctive metropolitan flair. Custom-crafted European furnishings and luxurious bedding paired with granite and marble bathrooms provide the background for the conveniences that make your stay here a pleasure. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Bistro 1501 features fresh contemporary cuisine. A variety of trend setting restaurants, shopping, and movies are within walking distance of the hotel.

High temperatures are in the upper 80s (31°C), low temperatures are in the mid 70s (23°C). Dress is casual. Florida establishments utilize air conditioning, so bring a sweater or light jacket for indoors. Sunglasses and sunscreen are also recommended.

Accommodations

Reserve your room through Star’s Edge by August 17, 2010. Room rates are as follows:

Single:   $126 usd/person/night
Double:   $63 usd/person/night
+ tax

A discounted breakfast buffet is available for $14.00 usd, plus tax and gratuity. See the front desk for coupons.

For reservations contact Star’s Edge. Reservations cancelled less than 72 hours before scheduled arrival will be charged one night’s stay.

Travel

From Orlando International Airport take 528 West to I-4 East. Take I-4 East to Exit 101A. From the exit ramp turn left onto County Road 46A. At the second traffic light turn left onto International Parkway. The hotel will be on your left-hand side and sits on the corner of C.R. 46A and International Parkway.

Taxi and limousine service is available from the airport.

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Orlando, Florida, USA • November 27-December 5

Reserve accommodations with:
Star’s Edge International
237 N Westmonte Dr
Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
USA
(407) 788-3090  tel.
(407) 788-1052  fax
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Hotel information:
DoubleTree Orlando
at the Entrance to Universal Orlando®
5780 Major Boulevard
Orlando, Florida 32819 USA
Tel: 407-351-1000

Each year 34 million people visit Orlando. Many come for the wonderful weather, elaborate theme parks and exciting thrill-rides. But Avatars come to experience the real magic of Central Florida, The Master Course.

The last Master Course of the year will unfold at the DoubleTree Hotel at the entrance to Universal Orlando. Conveniently located near the major theme parks, the Doubletree Hotel is surrounded by a large selection of dining and entertainment, world-class shopping, and the excitement of the famous International Drive resort area. Stroll around the grounds while doing your course exercises, enjoying the Florida setting.

Daytime temperatures are around 70°F (24°C); evening temperatures are around 50°F (13°C). Dress is casual. Florida establishments utilize air conditioning, so bring a sweater or light jacket for indoors. Sunglasses and sunscreen are also recommended.

Accommodations

Reserve your room through Star’s Edge by November 15, 2010. Room rates are as follows:

Single:   $109 usd/person/night
Double:    $54.50 usd/person/night
+ tax

For reservations contact Star’s Edge. Reservations cancelled less than 72 hours before scheduled arrival will be charged one night’s stay.

Travel

The Doubletree Hotel at the entrance of Universal Orlando®  is a quick 20 minutes from the Orlando International Airport. Mears Motor Shuttle leaves on the hour right outside baggage claim from the airport and will drop you off at the front door of the hotel. Roundtrip shuttle tickets are $25 usd (adults) $18 usd (children).

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