Upcoming dives

President's Day Dive on Cypress Sea

Alacosta divers will sign up to dive the Cypress Sea dive on President's Day, Monday, February 15. We are looking for volunteers to chair the dive. Other boats, such as the Monterey Express will also be investigated.

Opening abalone dive

Alacosta's first abalone dive will be April 9-11, Friday-Sunday, at Van Damme. John Beland is chairing this dive. Reservation may be made now.

Cozumel in May, 1999

The Cozumel trip is Saturday, May 1 through Saturday, May 8, 1999.

Call Inter-Ocean Tours at 510-638-3448 for more information.

Approximately 20 people have signed up so far.

Bernie Cappelli is chairing the Cozumel dive. Call for more information.

Catalina at Emerald Bay, date may have changed

Susan Carter talked to the boy scouts at Emerald Bay. The first available week for Alacosta is Saturday, September 25 through Saturday, October 2. Susan has requested a hold on these dates. If these dates are agreed to by the club, then Alacosta will sign a contract. Please talk to Susan if you have suggestions.

Great Barrier Reef in the new millennium!

Tom Whitaker is organizing a trip on Mike Ball's Spoilsport on March 21-28, 2000. Give money to Tom before March, 1999.

Prices in US dollars:

Premium:	$2249
Standard:	$2047
Economy:	$1932
Budget:	$1648

Group incentives:

1 free berth with 5 paid
2 free berths with 10 paid
3 free berths with 14 paid
4 free berths with 18+ paid

Savings will be spread around to all participants.

A commission of 10% is payable.

Payment Schedule:
$50 per berth, booking deposit
10% of gross charter value 240 days prior to departure
20% of gross charter value 120 days prior to departure
balance of gross charter value 60 days prior to departure

Escape clause: We can cancel or reduce our booking (on one occasion only) on condition that the amount of berths canceled is not more than twice the number of clear months remaining prior to the trip, i.e., cancel 10 spaces 5 months before trip with no penalty.

Tom will have applications and brochures at next general meeting. He would like a commitment soon so we can make reservations while they are still available.