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Women’s Fitness and Plan International are on a mission to empower women everywhere. We want you to dream big and go after your fitness goals; Plan’s ‘Because I am a Girl’ campaign aims to promote girls’ rights and lift millions out of poverty.
We’re giving you the chance to win the ultimate fitness adventure – a 12-day cycling trip to Cambodia and Vietnam – with thanks to Plan International and Inspired Adventures, an agency that creates and manages fundraising events around the world. Cycle up to 80-100km per day through the friendly villages and stunning rural landscapes of Cambodia and Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, and spend time at a Plan project site in Cambodia, to see the incredible work that’s being done.
The prize includes:
1 flight from Sydney or Melbourne to Vietnam, and 1 return flight to Sydney or Melbourne from Cambodia
A spot on Plan International’s ‘Cycle for Girls Because I Can’ 12-day trip in October 2014
3-4 star hotel accommodation
Click on the link above to enter. Good luck!
Terms and conditions
Cambodia and Vietnam cycling trip
1. Instructions on how to enter and prizes form part of these Terms and Conditions. Participation in this promotion is deemed acceptance of these Terms and Conditions.
2. Entry is open to residents of Australia aged 18 years and over, who can travel between 2 October 2014 to 15 October 2014 and has the ability to cycle (bike ride) long distances. Employees of the Promoter, associated agencies and their immediate families, are not eligible to enter.
3. Difficulty grade to participate in the prize - Cycling: The prize (tour) involves cycling up to 80-100km a day for five or more days on both paved and unpaved surfaces at a steady pace. You must be able to use gears and have trained for this adventure.
4. Only one entry per person will be permitted.
5. The promotion commences on 8 May 2014 and closes 23:59pm (AEST) on 1 July 2014. The judging will be done by a panel of judges appointed by the Promoter. The judging will take place at the Promoter’s premises 54 Park Street, Sydney NSW and will begin on 2 July 2014. The winner will be notified by telephone and in writing using the contact details given in their entry.
6. Entrants can enter via:
Tumblr: To enter, individuals must go to
http://womensfitnessmagazine.tumblr.com/ and follow the prompts to the competition entry form and fill in the entry form including full name, address, daytime telephone number and answer to the competition question in 25 words or less: “ what’s your Big Fitness Dream?” and submit the entry as instructed.
Viewa: To enter, individuals must select the Women’s Fitness channel and hold the phone over the competition page in Women’s Fitness issues June 2014 and July 2014 and follow the prompts to the competition entry form and fill in the entry form including full name, address, daytime telephone number and answer to the competition question in 25 words or less: “ what’s your Big Fitness Dream?” and submit the entry as instructed.
7. This is a game of skill, chance plays no part in determining the winner. Each entry will be individually judged based on its literary and creative merit of the answer to the question provided. The judges’ decision in relation to any aspect of the competition will be final and binding on every person who enters. No correspondence will be entered into.
8. The Entrant warrants to the Promoter that the entry submitted is an original artistic work of the Entrant that does not infringe the rights of any third parties. If the entry or any part of the information provided to the Entrant in relation to the entry was provided by a third party, the Entrant warrants that they have obtained the relevant copyright permission to submit the entry for the purposes of this promotion. The entrant agrees to indemnify the promoter against all claims and costs by third parties arising from a breach of the warranty set out in this condition.
9. The Promoter is entitled to use any of the entries submitted in any manner and for any purpose at its absolute discretion, including using the entries for future promoter’s or their agents book publications, promotional, marketing and publicity purposes without any further reference or payment or other compensation to the entrant. The promoter is entitled to amend, edit, select, crop, retouch, add to or delete from any part of the submitted entry.
10. Entries must not be offensive, defamatory or racist. Any entry which the judges deem inappropriate will be invalid. The entrant agrees to indemnify the Promoter.
11. The Promoter reserves the right, at any time, to verify the validity of entries and entrants (including an entrant’s identity, age and place of residence) and to disqualify any entrant who submits an entry that is not in accordance with these Terms and Conditions or who tampers with the entry process. Errors and omissions will be accepted at the Promoter’s discretion. Failure by the Promoter to enforce any of its rights at any stage does not constitute a waiver of those rights.
12. The best (1) valid entry as determined by the judges will be deemed the major prize winner and will win an Inspired Adventure program valued at up to $4,395. Including:
Return economy flights to Vietnam/ Cambodia departing from Sydney and Melbourne
Accommodation based shared accommodation in a minimum three (3) star hotels
All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle (as stipulated in tour)
Meals included in itinerary B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner (may vary between each day of tour)
All entrance fees during guided time.
Use of mountain bike on cycling days.
Bike mechanic and support truck.
English speaking guide in each country and Inspired Adventures team escort
The Total prize pool is valued at up to AUD$4395.00 (including taxes) (depending on point of departure). Any ancillary costs associated with redeeming the prize are not included. These are the responsibility of the winner.
In the event the winner is from TAS/QLD/SA/WA/NT, the prize will also include:
One (1) x domestic economy flight to the winner’s closest departing city from the winner nearest capital city valued at up to $1096.00 (including taxes) (depending on point of departure)
13. The prize must be redeemed as a package in full on 3 October 2014 to 14 October 2014 to coincide with the 2014 Cycle for Girls because I can tour (these dates do not include travel time). The winner must be able to leave Australia on 2 October 2014. Redemption of prize is subject to booking and availability at time of booking. Prize is a single event tour and cannot be separated into different tours.
14. The Promoter is neither responsible nor liable for any loss or damage suffered in the event that the 2014 Cycle for Girls because I can tour is postponed, cancelled, rescheduled or relocated for any reason whatsoever.
15. The winner must be available to travel and attend the 2014 Cycle for Girls because I can tour on the specified dates as determined by the promoter. Prize must be taken as offered. The prize, or any unused portion of the prize, is not transferable or exchangeable and cannot be redeemed as cash. If the winner is unable to take the prize, the prize will be fortified by the winner and the next best valid entry as determined by the judges will be awarded the prize.
16. The winner is responsible to obtain all required documentation and visas to enter Vietnam and Cambodia. This cost is the responsibility of the winner. Most visitors to Cambodia require a visa to enter the country. Most nationalities can get a visa on arrival at the international airports (Siem Reap and Phnom Penh) without prior registration. These Visas on Arrival are valid for 30 days, single entry and cost USD20-25 and require one passport-sized photo. Electronic Visas are now available through the Ministry’s website with a processing time of 3 days. A scanned copy of the passport and USD25 paid by credit card will issue an emailed visa that the traveller must print and bring with them. Most border crossings accept e-visas, however it is recommended to double check with the government or Inspired Travel.
Citizens of Australia, UK, US, EU Countries, New Zealand and Canada require a visa to visit Vietnam. All other nationalities should check with the Vietnamese embassy or consulate in their country of residence. A visa must be obtained prior to departure from your nearest Vietnamese embassy or consulate. All Vietnam visas are SINGLE ENTRY unless you have specifically requested MULTIPLE ENTRY and this is stamped into your passport. Please ensure you have a multiple entry visa if you are entering Vietnam twice. The status of a tourist visa cannot be changed from SINGLE ENTRY to MULTIPLE ENTRY once you have arrived in Vietnam.
17. Malaria and Dengue Fever are present in Cambodia and Vietnam and it is advisable to take precautions especially if travelling off the beaten track. In general, most visitors will require the following vaccinations:
Hepatitis A and B
Tetanus
Typhoid
Polio
Diphtheria
18. The winner is responsible for all other expenses including spending money, meals (unless specified), drinks, transfers (unless specified), laundry charges, activities (unless specified), incidentals, energy surcharges, gratuities, services charges, passports, visas, travel insurance and all other ancillary costs. Travel insurance is highly recommended to protect against the additional costs incurred in the event of unforeseen circumstances.
19. Unless expressly stated in these terms and conditions all other expenses (including travel to and from the departure point) become the responsibility of the winner.
20. A valid passport is required for all international journeys. All passports must be valid for six (6) months prior to departure. It the responsibility of the winner and their travel companions to ensure they have all required travel documentation (including but not limited to passports & visas) as required for travel to the destination point. All costs associated with obtaining this travel documentation is the responsibility of the winner.
21. Transport to and from Departure point including but not limited to additional Domestic airfares if required, any additional meals, any extra sightseeing or activities, any additional accommodation, personal spending money, and all other ancillary costs, as well as obtaining any of these, are the responsibility of the winner and their travel companions. Prize also excludes medical expenses, items of a personal nature, beverages, optional tours not outlined, laundry, telephone calls, additional nights, room upgrades or other ancillary costs associated with redeeming the prize other than those specified. These costs and expenses are the responsibility of the winner. Any extension to the duration of the prize is at the winner’s sole expense and subject to availability at the time of booking. For the removal of doubt, taxes for International/domestic travel are included in the prize winning international/domestic airfares provided by the Promoter.
22. All prize items are valued inclusive of GST and the Promoter takes no responsibility for any variations in item values. All prize values are correct as of 05/05/2014. The components of the Prize may alter for reasons beyond the Promoter’s control. The flight component prize will not include Frequent Flyer points. The Prize is not, nor any component thereof, transferable, exchangeable or redeemable for cash. No components of the Prize can be exchanged for other travel or accommodation at other destinations. In the event that any prize item is unavailable, the Promoter reserves the right to substitute a prize item of equal or greater value. Any taxes (other than GST, if any) which may be payable as a consequence of a winner receiving the prize are the sole responsibility of the Winner.
23. It is a condition of accepting the prize that the winner must comply with all the conditions of use of the prize and prize supplier’s requirements
24. It is a condition of accepting the prize that the winner may be requested to present their credit card upon arrival at any hotel to cover all incidentals they may incur including their stay at that hotel.
25. Prize must be taken as offered. The prize, or any unused portion of the prize, is not exchangeable or cannot be redeemed as cash. The prize cannot be used in conjunction with any other special offer. The prize is valued in Australian dollars. The Promoter accepts no responsibility for any variation in the prize value. Prize winner is advised that tax implications may arise from their prize winnings and they should seek independent financial advice prior to acceptance of their prize. In the event that a portion of the prize is awarded to the winner in the form of a voucher / ticket / pass/ letter, redemption of that portion of the prize will be subject to the terms and conditions stipulated on the voucher / ticket / pass/ letter. The Promoter will not be liable for any voucher / ticket / pass/ letter that has been lost, stolen, forged, damaged or tampered with in any way. Redemption of prize at a venue is subject to the standard rules and regulations of that venue/s.
26. In the event that for any reason whatsoever the Winner does not take the prize at the time stipulated by the Promoter, then the prize will be forfeited by the Winner and cash will not be awarded in lieu of the prize.
27. In the event that a prize, or part of a prize, is unavailable, the Promoter reserves the right to substitute the prize or part of the prize in its discretion with an alternative prize or part of the prize to the same and equal recommended retail value and/or specification subject to any written directions from the various Lottery Departments.
28. The promoter is neither responsible nor liable for any late lost or misdirected mail (including but not limited to prizes).
29. The Promoter is not responsible nor liable for any prize damaged in transit in the delivery of their prize
30. Any cost associated with accessing the promotional website is the entrant’s responsibility and is dependent on the Internet service provider used.
31. In the event of unforeseen circumstances, war, terrorism, state of emergency or disaster (including but not limited to natural disaster)the Promoter reserves the right to subject to reference to all relevant state and territory rules and regulations, to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the promotion.
32. If a medical circumstance in some way restricts your ability to enter the competition through the required mechanic, you are still eligible to enter however you must briefly state your circumstances upon entry.
33. If your entry is selected as a winning entry, validation of your circumstances/ the validity of your entry will be undertaken by the Promoter. Method of validation (without limitation) will be determined by the Promoter in its complete discretion. If the winning entry is deemed to be a winner, the winner will be notified as per the terms and conditions herein. In the event that the Promoter requests the entrant to sign any legal documents relating to the verification of their medical circumstance, the legal documents will take the form determined by the Promoter. It is a condition of accepting the prize the winner sign any such legal documentation.
34. Nothing in these Terms and Conditions limits, excludes or modifies or purports to limit, exclude or modify the statutory consumer guarantees as provided under the Competition and Consumer Act, as well as any other implied warranties under the ASIC Act or similar consumer protection laws in the State and Territories of Australia (“Non-Excludable Guarantees”). Except for any liability that cannot by law be excluded, including the Non-Excludable Guarantees, the Promoter (including its respective officers, employees and agents) excludes all liability (including negligence), for any personal injury; or any loss or damage (including loss of opportunity); whether direct, indirect, special or consequential, arising in any way out of the promotion.
35. Except for any liability that cannot by law be excluded, including the Non-Excludable Guarantees, the Promoter (including its respective officers, employees and agents) is not responsible for and excludes all liability (including negligence), for any personal injury; or any loss or damage (including loss of opportunity); whether direct, indirect, special or consequential, arising in any way out of: (a) any technical difficulties or equipment malfunction (whether or not under the Promoter’s control); (b) any theft, unauthorised access or third party interference; (c) any entry or prize claim that is late, lost, altered, damaged or misdirected (whether or not after their receipt by the Promoter) due to any reason beyond the reasonable control of the Promoter; (d) any variation in prize value to that stated in these Terms and Conditions; (e) any tax liability incurred by a winner or entrant; or (f) use of the prize.
36. If this promotion is interfered with in any way or is not capable of being conducted as reasonably anticipated due to any reason beyond the reasonable control of the Promoter, the Promoter reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to the fullest extent permitted by law: (a) to disqualify any entrant; or (b) subject to any written directions from a regulatory authority, to modify, suspend, terminate or cancel the promotion, as appropriate.
Privacy:
37. The Promoter collects personal information (“PI”) in order to conduct the promotion and may, for this purpose, disclose such PI to third parties, including but not limited to agents, contractors, service providers, prize suppliers and, as required, to Australian regulatory authorities. Entry is conditional on providing this PI. The Promoter will also use and handle PI as set out in its privacy policy, which can be accessed by visiting
http://www.bauer-media.com.au/privacy.htm. In addition to any use that may be outlined in the Promoter’s Privacy Policy, the Promoter may also, for an indefinite period, unless otherwise advised, use the PI for promotional, marketing, publicity, research and profiling purposes, including sending electronic messages or telephoning the entrant. Entrants should direct any request to opt out, access, update or correct PI to the Promoter and direct any complaints regarding treatment of their PI according to the Privacy Policy. All entries become the property of the Promoter.
38. The Promoter is Bauer Media Pty Ltd (ABN 18 053 273 546) of 54 – 58 Park Street, Sydney, NSW 2000. Phone: 02 9282 8000.
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