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EGYPT / JORDAN / ISRAEL 27 NOVEMBER – 15 DECEMBER 2017
BIBLE ADVENTURE TOUR
Hosted by Dr Kameel & Leanne Majdali
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Why join the ‘Bible Adventure Tour’?
The Bible Adventure Tour is more than just another ‘holy land tour;’ it is a Spirit-filled, life-changing adventure!
The Bible Adventure Tour is distinctive because:
▪ It is first and foremost, a Bible tour; the Bible is a lamp to your feet, a light to your path, good seed, sincere milk, strong meat. It is medicine to all your flesh, faith-building, quick, powerful, sharper than any two-edged sword. Most of all, the Bible is the ‘Word of God.’
▪ It’s the best classroom: Instead of sitting in a class, the land of the Bible becomes your 3-dimensional, multi- sensory, interactive setting to learn the Word of God. It will the most enjoyable and fun manner imaginable.
▪ Experienced teacher: Your tour leader, a former Bible college principal and full-time Bible teacher over many years among many nations, will help you get a grasp of the Bible in an unforgettable way. You will want to study your Bible, more than ever, and you will never read it the same again.
Tour Emphasis
The Bible Adventure Tour is designed to help people learn the Word of God in a memorable and enjoyable manner. It provides a great ‘Bible survey’ of key themes and books, but does so in a down-to-earth manner and is suitable for those who know the Bible well or not at all. You will learn:
• Key Events
• Key Themes
• Key Books
• Key Regions
All of these things, will help you to understand and appreciate the Bible all the more, inspiring you to go deeper so that you can grow in faith.
Our emphasis on the Word of God, the Holy Spirit, the Land and People of the Bible, in a fun-filled, inspiring format, will give you the experience of a lifetime.
ABOUT YOUR HOST
ABOUT THE TOUR
Kameel Majdali, PhD (Melb) is Director of Teach All Nations (tan.org.au),
a global Bible ministry based in Melbourne and an ordained minister of
the Australian Christian Churches (AOG). With his wife Leanne he has
ministered extensively in Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and the United
States. He has lived in Jerusalem for five years, where he obtained a
Master of Arts degree in the history and geography of ancient Israel at the
Institute of Holy Land Studies, Mount Zion (now called Jerusalem
University College). He has done both his MA and PhD theses on
Jerusalem. As principal of a leading Bible college, he was involved in training 100s of people for
ministry. He convened four TRENDS Conferences. He is the author of nine books, including
Melbourne to Jerusalem: A Pilgrim’s Progress in the 21st Century. He has 2 programs on Australian
Christian radio and gives regular public presentations on Israel and the Middle East. Skillfully
combining the informational with the inspiration, Rev. Majdali is very experienced in escorting
believers to the places where the Christian faith first began.
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The tour cost is based on 30 people with final payment due on 1 October, 2017. IF the tour doesn't meet the minimum requirement of bookings tour costs may increase.
PRICE INCLUDES:
• Return airfare: KL - Amman - Cairo - Amman - KL (NOTE: Those pilgrims who are outside of
Malaysia can arrange thorough our agent in Melbourne to fly direct to Kuala Lumpur and join the
group from there). // Flight taxes USD $360.00 applicable for today // 17 days touring in an air-
conditioned luxury bus // 16 nights stay including Egypt // Full Board (B /L /D) except 3 x lunches
as stated in the itinerary // Water during meals in Israel // St Peter’s fish lunch // All sites per
itinerary // All Jordanian departure border taxes // All visas (Egypt/Jordan/Israel) // Dinner cruise on
the Nile // All tips //All transfers // Water on the bus in Jordan // Hat, map and backpack supplied in
Israel // All Transfers
PRICE EXCLUDES:
• Single Supplement charges // Travel insurance (strongly advised that you purchase before you pay
your deposit) // Personal expenses // Any increase in flight taxes // Drinks at meals // Mineral water
consumed on bus // Lunches on Day 2, 7 and 18 // Water Baptism in the Jordan River - USD $10
*Above tour costs are based on a minimum number of 30 people. Costs will go up if we don't meet
the minimum number required.**A deposit of USD $1200 is to be submitted together with your
booking form & colored copy of your passport. Final payment is due no later than 1 October 2017.
*** Tour cost is based in US Dollars (USD). Final payment will be made in USD. We cannot accept
final payment in MYR or AUD.
PRICING + TOUR OPTIONS
Full Tour - Egypt, Jordan + Israel with airfare from KL
Cost: USD $3525.00 - Single Supplement: USD $620.00
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FLIGHTS
Teach All Nations Inc.
Tour Coordinator: Leanne Majdali - [email protected]
Bookings: Ania Hermenet - [email protected]
Phone: +61 3 9802 5040
Web: www.tan.org.au - brochures & booking forms
Post: PO Box 493 Mount Waverley. Victoria, 3149, Australia.
Travel Agent for airfares from Australia
Contact Person: Francois Lockwood, Escape Travel
Telephone: +61 3 8619 6255 or 1300 791 342
Email: [email protected]
Travel Agent for airfares from other countries Contact Person : Leanne Majdali - [email protected]
FULL TOUR DEPARTING NOVEMBER 27, 2017
Egypt / Jordan / Israel
Flight: RJ181 Depart: KUL 22:20 on 27 NOV 2017 Arrive: AMM 04:50 + 1
Flight: RJ 501 Depart: AMM 08:00 on 28 NOV 2017 Arrive: CAI 09:30
Flight: RJ 502 Depart: CAI 10:15 on 2 DEC 2017 Arrive: AMM 11:30
Flight: RJ180 Depart: AMM 02:25 on 15 DEC 2017 Arrive: KUL 19:35
CONTACT DETAILS
!TOUR ITINERARY
EGYPT
DAY 1 MONDAY,
NOVEMBER 27
Today you will depart your international city for an overnight flight to Cairo, Egypt. Overnight: Royal Jordanian Airlines
DAY 2 TUESDAY,
NOVEMBER 28
You will arrive in Cairo in the mid-afternoon which means you will be able to spend the rest of the day relaxing before dinner. Lunch is NOT included today so you can eat in the hotel or try some delicious Egyptian food from the local street vendors.
Overnight: Holiday Inn Hotel, Cairo - D
DAY 3 WEDNESDAY,
NOVEMBER 29
We begin the day with the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren and Mykeriunus; which are marvelous sights to behold! For an additional USD $15 you can enter the pyramids and walk through their tunnels to the burial crypt. We will also see the famous Sphinx! After lunch we will get to explore the marvels of the Egyptian Museum, filled with amazing artifacts such as the treasure room of King Tutankhamen
Overnight: Holiday Inn Hotel, Cairo - B/L/D
DAY 4 THURSDAY,
NOVEMBER 30
Today we drive to Alexandria to see the Pompey Pillar which as Roman triumphal column, the largest of it’s type, constructed outside the imperial capitals of Rome and Constantinople. We will visit the Ancient Library of Alexandria that was one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world. The Catacombs of Kam Kam El Shoqafa (meaning “Mound of Shards”) is a historical archaeological site and is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle ages. Our final stop for the day is Citadel of Qaitbay which was a 15th century defensive fortress located on the Mediterranean sea coast of Alexandria, established in 1477 AD by Sultan Al-Ashraf Says al-Din Qa’it Bay. Tonight we will enjoy dinner on a special Nile River cruise.
Overnight: Romance Alexandria Corniche Hotel , Alexandria - B/L/D
DAY 5 FRIDAY,
DECEMBER 1
Our first stop today will be at the Roman Amphitheater which is one of the most popular monuments located in the city of Alexandria, the second most important city in Egypt; after Cairo. While the amphitheaters were quite common during the reign of the Romans, in different countries like Greece, Italy and Turkey. Many examples of these structures are still present in many regions around Europe and the Middle East. However, the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria is the only one of it’s type in Egypt. After lunch we will return to Cairo for our final night in Egypt.
Overnight: Holiday Inn Hotel, Cairo - B/L/D
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JORDAN
DAY 6 SATURDAY,
DECEMBER 2
This morning we will fly to Jordan. Our first stop will be at Mt Nebo , it is here
that Moses viewed the Promise Land! We will get to see what he saw but the
difference is we will cross the Jordan River into the Promise Land, Moses did
not. From here we will drive south to Petra, where we will spend the night in the
mountains of Edom.
Overnight: Petra Guest House, Petra - B/L/D
DAY 7 SUNDAY,
DECEMBER 3
Today will be an amazing day as we explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Rose City of Petra. We access this hidden archaeological treasure on a walk through narrow, but incredible Siq. Once the rocks finally give way, they will reveal the famous facade of the Treasury. There are plenty of adventure to be had as you explore the hectares of ruins like the amphitheater, temples, synagogues, tombs and more. Lunch is on your own today. Overnight: Oasis Hotel, Jericho - B/D
ISRAEL
DAY 8 MONDAY,
DECEMBER 4
Today we drive north to the Allenby bridge to cross the border into Israel. It will be a full and exciting first day in Israel as we start with a drive by tour of Tel Jericho, followed by an incredible cable-car ride up the Mt of Temptation where we will view the beauty of the Jordan Valley. We will end the day with a tour favourite - a photo opp at the glorious Sycamore Tree of Jericho, followed by some duty free shopping.
Overnight: Oasis Hotel, Jericho - B/L/D
DAY 9 SUNDAY,
DECEMBER 5
We will start the day at En Geid, the place where David hid from King Saul. The oasis is amazing! You can explore the fresh water springs or walk the goat trails of the Ibecs as we explore the Wildneress of Judah. After lunch we will have the chance to relax as we float in the Dead Sea. Overnight: Oasis Hotel, Jericho - B/L/D
DAY 10 WEDNESDAY,
DECEMBER 6
The day begins with a visit to the historical rich, biblical site of Shiloh. It is at Shiloh where the Tabernacle of Moses resided for 369 years before it was hidden forever. It was also here where Hannah pleaded to God for a son and where the story of Samuel takes place. Next, we will get to enjoy a true Middle Eastern lunch in Sebastia before making out way to Tiberias.
Overnight: Restal Hotel, Tiberias B/L/D
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DAY 11 THURSDAY,
DECEMBER 7
We begin our day by heading as far north as we possible can go, to the Golan Heights. We will stop at the lower viewpoint of Mt Bental that overlooks Syria and Mt Hernon. Then, we will visit Tel Dan where the children of Israel built that golden calf.. After lunch, we will stop and explore Nimrod’s Fortress, the biggest crusade-era castle in Israel; a mountain top stronghold spanning back to the 13th century. With views of much of the Golan, it is situated on a peak neighboring Israel’s highest and only snow-capped mountain. Mount Hermon. The ruins of Nimrod’s Fortress are beautiful and well-preserved, a truly visible snapshot of history.
Overnight: Caesar Hotel, Jerusalem- B/L/D
DAY 12 FRIDAY,
DECEMBER 8
Today will be wonderful! We begin the morning with a boat ride on the beautiful Sea of Galilee where we will enjoy some Messianic worship; a truly surreal experience! From here, we get to explore Capernaum, Jesus’ headquarters during His ministry years which includes the Mount of Beatitudes where He preached the most famous sermon in the world! We will enjoy a St. Peter’s fish lunch, which will be sure to delight your palate. Finally, there will be an opportunity for those wanting to be water baptized in the Jordan river.
Overnight: Restal Hotel, Tiberias B/L/D
DAY 13 SATURDAY,
DECEMBER 9
Today we will visit Nazareth Village where you will gain a wonderful insight into life in the time of Jesus as you will see how people lived 2000 years ago. Next, we will visit Mt Precipice and view the Valley of Armageddon and the surrounding biblical cities. On our way back to Tiberias we will stop at the Arbel Lookout which offers a fantastic view of the Sea of Galilee.
Overnight: Restal Hotel, Tiberias- B/L/D
DAY 14 SATURDAY,
DECEMBER 10
It will be an early start this morning as we drive north to Caesarea where Paul was held prisoner before demanding to be sent to Rome. It is also home to the famous Aqueduct which was built by Herod. After lunch we will enjoy a visit to the Messianic Mt Carmel Assembly - always a favourite, always a blessing to all!
Overnight: Manger Square Hotel, Bethlehem - B/L/D
DAY 15 SUNDAY,
DECEMBER 11
This afternoon we will visit the Shrine of the Book where you can view the oldest Biblical manuscripts the were found at Qumran. Next door, at the Israel Museum, we will see a Model of Jerusalem during the 2nd Temple period. Return to Bethlehem and the Church of the Nativity.
Overnight: Manger Square Hotel, Bethlehem - B/L/D
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DAY 16 MONDAY,
DECEMBER 12
Today will be an early start with our first stop being a visit to the incredible Most of Olives. We will begin the Palm Sunday walk down the steep incline to Dominos Flevit, where Jesus wept over a rebellious Jerusalem. When we reach the bottom, we will see the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed and where he was betrayed, a very moving experience. A special treat awaits you at the David City Sifting Project where you can sift through the buckets of dirt from under the Temple Mount, looking for artefacts spread across 2000 years. You might find something special! If time allows, you will get the chance to explore the Old City on your own before we head back to Bethlehem.
Overnight: Manger Square Hotel, Bethlehem - B/L/D
DAY 17 TUESDAY,
DECEMBER 13
If conditions permit, we will have an early start to visit the Temple Mount. It sits on top of Mount Moriah where Abraham almost sacrificed his son, Isaac (Genesis 22). These 14 hectares of sacred space is the most priceless piece of real estate in the world. Here is the location of the Temples of Solomon and Herod: the latter is where the infant Jesus was presented before the Lord by Mary and Joseph. We then will head to the Western Wall to pray and if you like, place a hand written layer in the crevices of the stones. We will walk through Heziekiah’s Tunnel and finish the day with communion at the Garden Tomb. After dinner you will explore the Jaffa Road on your won - the heartland of Jewish Jerusalem.
Overnight: Caesar Hotel, Jerusalem - B/L/D
DAY 18 WEDNESDAY,
DECEMBER 14
Today is our last full day of the tour so we will be able to enjoy a much needed sleep-in as we will have a late check out. Lunch will be on your own today. After we check out, we will make our way back to the Jordanian border, followed by a drive-by tour of Amman. We will stop at the Amman Lookout, which reveals all the glories of Amman. If time permits, we will also visit the Amman Museum. Finally, we will have our last dinner together before heading to the airport for your overnight flight back home.
Overnight: Flight - B/D
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Please read the following ‘Terms & Conditions’ carefully because your acceptance of them is
required in order to participate in the ‘Bible Adventure Tour’.
DEPOSIT & FINAL PAYMENT: In order to secure your place on the ‘Bible Adventure Tour’ a deposit of USD $1200 per person is payable at the time of booking, along with a signed ‘booking form.’ Each participant needs to fill out their own ‘Booking Form,’ even if they are traveling as a couple/family (underage children can be covered by their parent’s form). You will be given a confirmation of booking as well as a request for the balance of monies owed. The balance of payment needs to be sent no later than 1 October, 2017 to the office. Failure to pay the balance by the due date means that we have the right to deem your booking as ‘cancelled’ and a cancellation fee will apply.
SINGLE-SUPPLEMENT: The tour land arrangements are based on ‘twin share,’ namely, two people sharing one hotel room. If a person is traveling alone and wants a room to them self, a ‘single-supplement’ extra charge must be paid. If a person is traveling alone, wants to go ‘twin-share,’ we will make every effort to identify a suitable partner However, if no partner can be found, the ‘single-supplement’ charge still applies.
GROUP TOUR: The costs of the land arrangements are based on 30 people traveling together, unless specified otherwise. Should less than this number be signed up, we reserve the right to adjust the price, cancel the tour or give a refund.
TRAVEL INSURANCE: You are strongly advised to obtain travel insurance at the time you pay your deposit. Your policy should include, but not be limited to cancellation, loss of deposit, loss of baggage, medical expenses, costs of repatriation to your home country if the tour is cut short or extended due to illness, or costs of returning to home country outside the tour due to the serious illness or death of a loved one. Please note that the ‘Bible Adventure Tour’, Teach All Nations Inc. and GEMM International Tours & Travel are not responsible for the expenses of uninsured travellers. Many of our past Malaysian pilgrims have used the following provider: Edwin Tan - MSIG Insurance Hp: 012-2932215 / [email protected]
LAND ARRANGEMENTS: All travel and accommodation is provided to tour participants by reputable third parties through GEMM International Tours & Travel, therefore it is important to remember that your place on the tour is subject to the liabilities and limitations imposed by these third parties.
COOPERATION: Participants are traveling to the Middle East as Biblical tourists/pilgrims. Therefore, it is imperative, and required, that full cooperation be given to the tour leader at all times.
PHOTOGRAPHY: Many photos are taken during the ‘Bible Adventure Tour’ Photos taken by us are sometimes used in promotion and or educational purposes. By signing the booking form you are agreeing that in the event that you are in any of these photos and it is used by Teach All Nations Inc. for promotion and educational that you have granted your permission.
CHRISTIAN PILGRIMAGE: ‘Bible Adventure Tour’ is a Biblical tour open to members of the Body of Christ at large. It has a Charismatic flavor. Because this is a journey to Biblical sites for the purpose of devotion and education, all participants are required to honor Biblical/ Christian/ traditional standards of morality and ethics at all times. Those who are physically impaired must have a care-giver traveling with them and assisting them at all times. Under-aged children are to be under the control of their parents at all times.
CANCELLATION: Should you find it necessary to cancel your reservation, you must advise us in writing. The letter of cancellation needs to be signed by the person making the original booking. No cancellation will be deemed active until the signed letter is received. Cancellation charges will be levied, depending on how much money was spent on your reservation and how close to the departure time the cancellation was made. They can vary from 30%, 60% or even 100% of the amount paid. Remember that cancellation charges might be compensated to you by your insurance company, depending on the reasons for the cancellation.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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REFUNDS: Refunds will not be given once the tour has commenced, nor will they be given if a part of the tour was not utilized, including those arranged by a third party.
RESPONSIBILITY: We will do our utmost to coordinate this tour for the benefit of all and accept responsibility for those actions that are a direct result of our negligence. However, we cannot and will not accept liability of any kind for acts, defaults, omissions, by negligence, damage, loss, theft of luggage and personal injury, accident, or illness or otherwise, involving any aspect of the tour outside our control or by third parties. Furthermore, the ‘Bible Adventure Tour’ will not accept responsibility for the following, including but not limited to: actions of the airlines, local tour operators, hotel operators, coach driver or company, or any other person or company providing services for this tour. We do not accept liability in contract or in tort (actionable wrong) for injury, damage, loss, delay, additional expenses or inconvenience caused, directly or not, whether by human error or an ‘act of God’ (force of nature), breakdown of equipment, strikes, theft, delay, cancellations or changes in itinerary or schedule, actions of the individual tourist, including failure to listen to instructions and warnings, or any other event beyond our control, or cannot be stopped even by our due diligence, including but not limited to terrorism, fire, war, riots, floods, very severe weather, acts of nature, acts of government, or other authorities, accidents, or mechanical failures.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: The participant agrees that in no event will the tour operator be liable for the results of participant’s use of these services, for participant’s inability or failure to obtain business or customers, or for indirect, special, or consequential damages. Participants further agrees that in no event will the total aggregate liability of the tour operator for any claims, losses or damages arising under this agreement whether in contract or tort, exceed the total amount paid by the participant to the tour operator during the preceding twelve (12) month period, even if the tour participant to tour operator has been advised of the possibility of such claim, loss, or damage except for losses arising from the tour operator’s gross negligence, fraud, or willful misconduct. The foregoing limitation of liability and exclusion of certain damages shall apply regardless of the success or effectiveness of other remedies.
MISCELLANEOUS This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws (excluding
the law of conflict of laws) of the State of Victoria, Commonwealth of Australia. All disputes shall be resolved in
Melbourne, Victoria. THIS AGREEMENT CONSTITUTES THE COMPLETE AND EXCLUSIVE STATEMENT
OF THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE PARTIES CONCERNING THE SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS
AGREEMENT. No representation or promise relating to and no amendment of this Agreement shall be binding
unless it is in writing and signed by both parties. In the event that any of the provisions contained in this
Agreement are held to be unenforceable, this Agreement shall be construed without such provisions. This
Agreement shall remain in effect until further agreement of the parties.
COMPLAINTS: While we do our very best to serve the pilgrims under a charge, we live in an imperfect world and problems may arise. Should there be an issue, here is the protocol: 1. If there is an issue involving the tour, see the responsible person directly and immediately (tour guide, team leader, tour organizer, etc.). Failure to deal with the problem promptly could make matters worse. If it involves the hotel and problems with the room, please see the front desk. Only if you cannot get satisfaction with the hotel that you should see a responsible tour person (tour guide is the first person to ask). We will do our very best to resolve issues on the spot. 2. In the unlikely event that you need to write about an issue, you have 28 days after the completion of the tour to document the problem. You can expect an initial response within 14-28 days after the letter is received. Any letters received after 28 days will be deemed ‘late.’ No action will be taken or response sent.
You signature on the following booking form constitutes you understanding and acceptance of these ‘Terms
and Conditions.’
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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Please write CLEARLY in block letters. The form is only valid if dated and signed at the bottom.
Complete one booking form (2 pages) per person and email, along with color- copy of passport, to [email protected]
Tour deposit - USD $1200 - Your deposit is due at time of booking; deposit details are below. Once deposit is made please email us
to confirm that we have received it.
Bible Adventure Tour B O O K I N G F O R M
GENERAL INFORMATION
Full name as written on passport:
Family Name: Given Names:
Name for Certificate: Male / Female
Preferred Name for Name Tag (ONE name only): D.O.B:
Address:
State: Country: Postcode:
Telephone: Email:
Name of your Church:
PASSPORT INFORMATION
Passport Number: Expiration Date: (must have a 6 month
validity)Country of Issue:
Nationality:
Please state any dietary requirements for plane meals:
ROOM SHARE INFORMATION
Please circle your Room Type preference: Sharing with:
Relationship?Double Twin Triple Single: USD $620 - Full Tour
Would you like to be baptised
for the first time? Y / N
A USD$10 fee will need to be paid at the baptismal site. It will cover towel & robe rental, showers and baptismal certificate.
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VISA INFORMATION This information is requested by the Minister of Interior; it is important you complete this section thoroughly.
Name of any relative traveling in this group and relation type:
Your mother’s name: Your father’s name:
Your paternal grandfather’s name: Country of birth:
Is this your first visit to Israel? Y / N
If no, state the month & year of your last visit?
Your occupation:
List every country you have travelled to in the last 12 months:
HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION
Emergency Contact: Name and phone number (inc international code):
Travel Insurance Company (recommended): Policy Number:
Are you on
medication:
Y / N Medication Name/ Type:
Do you have any
walking disabilities?
Y / N Please explain:
Please list any allergies, food or otherwise:
Do you suffer from
motion sickness?
Y / N Do you have a fear of confined spaces: Y / N
Feedback: Are you interested in learning more about the
Middle East? Y / N
How did you hear about this tour?
Declaration: Please find attached a deposit of USD $1200 per person for the ‘Bible Adventure Tour 2017’. I agree to
accept the ‘Bible Adventure Tour 2017’ ‘Terms & Conditions’ which are the basis of this contract entered into and stated in the brochure. I confirm that I have read the Terms & Conditions and I am authorised to sign this contract.
Payment Details: All payments to be made by ITT to our USD account.
Bank: Commonwealth Bank of Australia C/O 48 Martin Place, Sydney NSW 2000 Australia
Swift Code: CTBAAU2S Account Name: Teach All Nations Inc
Account Number: 06300012661222 - Please ensure Customer Reference states your name.
Signature: Date:
