CAPT. DONALD REID of
ANDETUR PRESENTS:
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BASIC MOTORCYCLE
TOUR PROGRAM PROPOSED
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operations based in Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, the actual
tours will start in either Porto Seguro, Bahia on the
south end, or at Fortaleza, Ceará, on the north end. The
route will follow the coast highway and beach roads on
the basic 7 day tour; and on the extended longer
tours, we will explore the mountains of Pernabuco and
Paraíba. |
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Fortaleza
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South Porto Seguro
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| ABTC
- the Andetur Brazilian Travel Club, is associated
with some of Brazil's premier travel professionals.
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BRAZIL
The
best kept vacation secret in the world
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you enjoy nature, the beach, fishing or scuba diving, Brazil
is breathtaking. From the wonders of the Amazon basin, to the
beaches of the Northeast, the majesty of Itaipú, the roar of
Iguaçu at "Garagantua del Diablo", to the underground
lakes of the interior, the Pantanal or the dry weather of the
Cerrado, Ipanema; the variety is awesome. |
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important are the people - they are as diverse as the land.
Then there is the food and drinks: Feijoada, Churrasco, Vatapá,
Moqueca, a nice cafézinho after lunch, a refreshing Caipirinha.
Then there is Futebol! Carnival in Rio! What are you waiting
for? The best time to visit is the US winter months. |
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now on, all sorts of travel in Brazil -- for pleasure, education,
sport, business, adventure or pure escape -- will be more enjoyable
than you thought possible. |
| The
first company to be set up in Rio Grande do Norte to international
standards (by Edna Reid - orginally registered asAnde Turismo
in 1986), ABTC offers top quality, concerning equipment and
services, "soft adventures" on a comfortable basis,
and deems to serve a wide range of clients, not only the young
and athletic. |
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markets its service on the WEB, and our distinction on the Internet
is that we are backed by experienced travel consultants that
have traveled the country from Amapa to Rio Grande do Sul --
not a faceless computer booking engine that can only react based
on the tables in its database. |
| Capt.
Donald R. Reid - Webmaster / Agent |
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operators, putting themselves above the mere order-takers of
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with special benefits available only through our members. Our
company is a full service agency offering travel packages to
the island of Fernando de Noronha as well as airplane trips,
car and dune buggy rentals. |
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can offer tours to visit the "top eco-destinations"
in Brazil and abroad, like: the Fernando de Noronha Island (a
divers, surfers and birdwatchers paradise), Pantanal (the biggest
seasonaly flooded lowland savannah in the world with an incredible
fauna), the Amazon Rain Forest, river boat tours and, in the
south, Iguaçu Falls, among others. |
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prefer to operate with small groups ( 2 to 12 people - bigger
groups will be sub-divided into 12 guests' groups with 1 guide
to each group) as we wish to provide personal attention to each
client. |
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operates air conditioned vans, minibuses, buses and four wheel-drive
vehicles. The choice of vehicle varies according to the destination
and the number of people involved. |
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Now
that we have introduced ourselves, let's discuss our target
area:
NORTHEAST
BRAZIL -
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OK .... WHAT'S
THE PLAN OF ACTION?
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OUR
NEWEST ADVENTURE - MOTORCYCLE TOURS
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One
our most exciting projects for the new millinium is to be escorted
motorcycle tours through out the northeast from Bahia to Ceara,
the type of tour which has become very popular in the USA, Canada,
and Europe. |
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problems in the country have discouraged local dealers from
being able to finance motorcycles to put into a rental program,
so all of a sudden this interesting opportunity is available
for a foreign investor. |
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we were seeking a 'dealer or distributor', preferably a Harley
dealer, or possibly 'interested friends' to help us put together
this package financially, and to orient us with their experience
stateside some of the 'pitfalls'. We have
since been offered a Triumph dealership for Rio Grande do Norte.
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have the ideal area, good roads, interesting trips planned,
and a friendly government to work with. The northeast
of Brazil is the most ideal riding area I've ever encountered
in my life. I've been riding motors for 45 years .. since
I was 17 years old in east Texas. I'm now 62 and have
traveled and worked in 54 countries in the offshore oil business.
Following the Brazilian rodeo circuit (vaquejada), which is
another hobby of mine, I rode a Honda 350 all over the states
of Rio Grande do Norte, Ceará, Pernabuco and Paraíba.
I also make a trip by jeep from the state of Amapa, the northern
most state, all the way down to Rio Grande do Sul, the most
southern state. I was envolved in a special research project
concerning Brazilian fishermen, fishing projects, and loans
being considered by the Inter-American Development Bank. I personally
visited each and every village along out proposed routes. |
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already described Natal and Rio Grande do Norte, our home. |
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IDEAL MACHINE - The HD Fatboy was my idea. We were
also discussing HD Sportsters.
At
present, there is only one Harley in Rio Grande do Norte,
and that belongs to my brother-in-law, Dr. Aroldo Martins.
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Note:
It has been suggested by a possible sponsor that maybe
I am a bit romantic about Harleys from my own youth.
I have to agree that is true. His suggestion was
that we consider Triumph Tigers as our basic bike for
the northeast. I'm going to keep the Harley picture
for the time being. (romantic) ..........
Thank you, Skip!
Since
this idea or solution was proposed, we were offered
a dealership for Triumph for Natal, Rio Grande do Norte.
TRIUMPH
TIGER
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To
the average Brazilian, a 400 cc machine is a 'big bike'.
We will not be getting many Brazilian clients for these tours.
We will be getting Americans, Canadians, and Europeans.
There are a lot of Brazilian 'riders' on the smaller machines,
Yamaha and Honda mainly, but they can't afford to import a
Harley, especially considering that there is an 'importation
customs duty of 150% of the value of the machine'.
NOTE:
This 'importation duty'
is very important to remember as you read this proposal.
This means, for example, that a $15,000 machine purchased
here in the states, will cost a Brazilian approximately $37,500
+/- plus shipping by the time he gets it to Brazil.
And the duty is payable on the spot.
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My brother-in-law, Dr. Aroldo Martins, bought his Harley at
an auction when the U.S.Air Force sold all their equipment
from the base in Natal. I have to hand-carry his 'parts'
to him.
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The
basic tour we will be offering:
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We
are considering these trips based on one week.
TOUR PRICE: US$1,995.00 (PP) for a Triumph
Tiger, $2,495.00 (PP for all other models, $650.00 companion
rate.
DISCOUNTED
AIRFARE FOR ALL TOUR CLIENTS WILL BE QUOTED SEPARATELY.
(From ALL major cities in the USA and Europe.)
INCLUDED:
This rate will includes. rental, windshield, saddlebag,
t-bag, companion seat and backrest, fuel, mileage, liability
/ physical damage insurance, 6 nights hotel, airport
transfers, daily itenaries, full tour rider-escort,
max group 6 riders + 6 passengers (companions).
If you enjoy exploring
on a motorcycle...
This is an experience
you will treasure for
years to come!
The hotels or pousadas that we will use offer three
star accommodation and have been chosen for their hospitality
and ability to welcome guests at the end of a day's
riding, with showers and comfortable rooms.
The route has been chosen to offer open touring roads
designed for fast riding and winding country-lanes,
that will both test your concentration. From the colonial
culture and beauty of Bahia, to the sweeping mountains
of Pernabuco, and then to the challenge of riding along
some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, we
aim to show you some of the best motorcycling Brazil
has to offer.
Alternate trip - 10 Days 9 nights, will be offered,
which will include runs into the mountains or Pernabuco
and Paraíba. It has been suggested that we offer
this extended trip for $3,250.00 for a Sportster; $
4,250 for a larger machine; passenger (companion) $900.00.
Groups are kept to kept at six bikes / twelve persons,
plus the guide's bike and our simple route-finder system,
navigation kits, and CB radios ensure that we all stay
together.
Baggage will be moved each day by panel van, also equipped
with a radio, to be at the hotel when the group arrives
and there is plenty of time allocated to rest stops
for refreshments, lunch, sightseeing and photographs.
The van is also capable of carrying 'non-riding' passengers
that wish to tag-along at the companion rate.
Websites
of similar tour operators in Mexico, South American
(none at present in Brazil), North America, and Europe:
(These are included to show the popularity of moto-tours,
the rules applicable, and the rates charged around the
world).
Note:
We list these companies for your perusal. We do not
endorse nor receive support from any of them.
BASIC
RENTAL RATES (as proposed)
MORE
MOTORCYCLE LINKS
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OK
.. this part is understood .. now several pointed questions?
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like the idea of 'escorted' tours. But I'm not too crazy
about the idea of investing $100,000 + in some machines, and
then send them away to South America. What protection
do I have? And how will I receive my payment or part of
this operation? |
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I am an American myself. And I don't want to be fighting
currency exchange problems either. I want US dollars in my account
in Houston, Texas. Although there has never been a problem,
ever, in the past with Brazil, I want to 'hedge' against any
possiblities.
All
'tours' will be sold and paid for in the United States, even
those sold to Europeans. 30% deposit at the time of
booking, and the balance no less that 30 days before the scheduled
trip. Non-refundable! All clients will be given
'TRAVEL PROTECTION INSURANCE' at the time of booking as part
of the trip cost.
SEE
DETAILS OF THIS INSURANCE!
In
order to be covered under our agency 'Errors and Omissions'
insurance, the deposits and payments will be made out to Andetur
Brazilian Travel Club (checks and money orders) and Credit
Card payments will be made to Andetur's Lampaio Moto-Tours.
These payments are then sent to Andetur USA LLC in Denver,
CO .. our 'host' agency. All of our travel and and tour
arrangements are handled by USA as our documentation agent.
There
will be a 20% commission on all tours ... 15% payable to the
'selling agent', and 5% override for ABTC as administrator.
NOTE:
Andetur wholesales 'pacotes' to over 1,000 agents through
the USA network. A 'pacote' consists of the entire travel
package .. including the airfare.
As
you will be our 'partner' in this arrangement .. and if you
sell a pacote to your friends, associates, or another dealer
... 1/2 of the 15% ( 7 ½ %) would go directly to you.
Once
the trip is paid for, Andetur USA LLC. transfers the balance
of the MOTO-TUR money, after paying the commissions, directly
to an account stateside that 'YOU' will set up to handle this
business. MORE ON THIS LATER! Right now, everything
except the commissions is in your hands.
The
'bikes' will be insured! 'LOSS-PAYEE' - YOU!
So,
bottom-line, you will be paying me my part to my account in
Houston, after expenses.
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.. I'm controlling the receipts .. what do you need? |
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7
- 8 Motorcycles (new or fairly new), completely rigged
for 'touring', with windshields,
saddlebags, t-bags, companion seat and backrest , and
CB radios. |
THE
LIST BELOW IS JUST FOR AN IDEA OR SUGGESTED LIST
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4
or 5 - TRIUMPH TIGER class or similar
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- Smaller 'off road' bikes
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One
of the TRIUMPH TIGERS to be just like the above
picture .. this will be my personal 'guide' bike.
Only myself, Dr. Aroldo - my brother-in-law, or
another guide appointed by me will ride this machine.
I intend to personally conduct these tours until
I qualify another guide that I can depend on.
Since
the original plan below (which was to import the
bikes), we have been offered a dealership for Triumph
.. the idea now is to purchase the bikes in Brazil.
I
left the original idea in this report for interest
of our investors ....
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1
Diesel King Cab or Crew Cab Pickup Truck for a chase
vehicle and to transport a 'bike' if there are
problems. Also with CB radio. 10-4
And tool boxes on the sides so that a bike can be secured
in the bed. Heavy duty trailer hitch.
NOTE:
Although the main purpose of this vehicle is to
support the motorcycle tour business, we may use
it to also serve our vacation property maintainence
business.
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Trailer for transporting at least two, maybe three motorcycles. |
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Enough
spare parts to service these machines for six (6) months. |
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qualified 'mechanic' that might enjoy coming down to
Brazil to live, or local Brazilian, to help with this
tour operation. . |
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by FAX or E~mail (or telephone) for immediate service
parts at discount; accessories; motor-cycle clothing,
etc. In short .. we are going to have a garage
(shop) to service our machines, outside machines, and
sell accessories. |
The
'rumors' that Harley-Davidson is or will be coming to
Brazil (Sao Paulo) in the foreseeable future, is true.
We may also want to apply for a possible Harley
dealership in the northeast.
IZZO
HARLEY-DAVIDSON CURITIBA
AVENIDA BATEL 1683
CURITIBA-PR
80420090
Phone: 011-55-41-342-0020
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IZZO MOTORCYCLES COMERCIAL LTDA.
AV. EUROPA, 421
SAO PAULO-SP
01449-002
Phone: 011-55-11-838-2366
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IZZO MOTORS HARLEY-DAVIDSON
RUE SANTA JUSTINA NO. 329
SAO PAULO
CEP04545-041
Phone: 011-55-11-3049-1200
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The
nearest dealer to us is Sao Paulo, 1,800 km away.
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Whew!
.. your're not asking for much are you?
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mentioned above - 150% import duties. How do you expect
to handle that? |
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on to your hat! This is one of the most interesting angles
of all!
Note
that the customs rule specifically says that this duty will
apply 'TO MOTORCYCLES, CARS,
BOATS, AND OTHER IMPORTS CONSIDERED LUXARY OR EXOTIC FOR PERSONAL
USE BY A BRAZILIAN CITIZEN OR RESIDENT OF BRAZIL'.
This does not apply to 'A CITIZEN
OR RESIDENT OF BRAZIL THAT IS RETURNING TO LIVE IN THE COUNTRY,
WHO IS ALLOWED TO BRING PERSONAL PROPERTY OR CAPITOL EQUIPMENT
TO BE APPLIED TO THE INCOME PRODUCING CAPABILITES OF AN EXISTING
BRAZILIAN ENTITY, PROPERLY REGISTERED WITH THE AUTHORITY'.
These will be duty free! There is another rule of interest,
that I should bring up: 'CAPITOL
EQUIPMENT OR INVESTMENT CAPITOL BROUGHT INTO THE COUNTRY AND
INVESTED IN AN INDUSTRY CONSIDERED IMPORTANT TO THE BRAZILIAN
ECONOMY, SHALL ENTITLE THE INVESTORS TO CERTAIN OTHER INCENTIVES
UPON APPROVAL OF CDI/RN INCLUDING THE POSSIBLITY OF 'NO INCOME
TAXES' ON THE OPERATION FOR A PERIOD OF UP TO 10 YEARS'.
I
worked for CDI/RN for 3 years .. from 1981-1984. My
'job' was to encourage and approve such ventures. The
director of CDI/RN (Dr. Miguel) is the brother of my other
brother-in-law Ferriera.
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we decide to import these bikes, we are not bringing them in
for personal use, nor do we even believe that Brazilian 'Tourists'
will have very much interest in our services or our prices.
Tourism, for the bringing in of 'tourist dollars' is considered
as one of the highest incentive industries in the country. |
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Alright
.. we beat the duty .. and may be TAX FREE ..
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do we get the 'bike's to Brazil if we decide to import? |
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GOING TO RIDE THEM DOWN. And we are going to advertise
and have 'riders' pay us to do the trip. At the same basic
rates we will be doing the tours in Brazil. |
We
will follow the Pan-American highway to Panama. Through
Mexico, we will meet up with riders from the Mexican clubs
that will ride with us as far south as they wish.
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At
PANAMA, I have to decide before hand which route to take.
In any case, we have to get around, not through Columbia.
There has been too much 'drug related' actions there lately.
My Brazilian associates have suggested that we take the
'ferry' to Maricabo, Venezuela, and follow the highway south
into the Amazon. My tour operators at Manaus have
indicate that if we do this, they would throw in a 'jungle
boat ride' . My thought, however, is to stay on the
west coast on into Peru. In Peru, we will join with
the local riders, and Inca-Tour, and ride into Mauchu Picchu
and Cuzco. After this, we would ride over the mountains
on southward into Chili. From Chili, Bolivia and Paraguay.
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We would enter Brazil close to the Pantanal, and
would take two or three days here to visit the interior
of the Pantanal. This is one or our regular tours.
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We
would cross Brazil to Porto Seguro. After a couple
of days rest at Porto Seguro, we would proceed up the coast
doing the 'exact tour' that we'll be selling.
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When we arrive at Natal, the trip is over!
Those that want to stay and visit are welcome. Their
visas will be good for 90 days. Then they fly home
on TAM Airlines.
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| WHEN
I GOT TO THIS POINT, I FOUND THE 'HOME PAGE' OF
'FLORIDA
FRANK' - FRANK CAMPBELL
- who has listed 99% of the answers I needed for this
trip. |
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