November/December 2005 | Contest Rules

Winner must use all components of the prize in one trip that must be taken between March 1, 2006, and December 31, 2006. Hotel bookings are subject to availability at time of reservation and may not be made over Easter, Christmas, or New Year’s. This prize does not include transportation to/from the airport, surcharges, government and airport taxes, meals, or any other travel-related expenses not specified. Once air tickets have been issued they cannot be changed; tickets are not transferable and are not redeemable for cash; upgrades are not permitted under any circumstances. Frequent-flier mileage accumulation is not permitted. Promotional ticket recipients may be held liable to American Airlines for failure to adhere to the restrictions and conditions of travel applicable to their tickets or for the fraudulent use of those tickets. Winner is solely responsible for all expenses and charges not specified above as part of the prize, including but not limited to transportation, beverages, gratuities, souvenirs, hotel services before or after the tour, side trips, optional extra activities, travel insurance, and incidentals. It is the sole responsibility of the winner to satisfy the passport and visa entry requirements of Sydney as necessary. Prizes awarding products/services for two people require that you and your companion redeem the prize together. Prizes are not transferable and cannot be exchanged or redeemed for cash. All contest entries must be received by February 15, 2006, via e-mail addressed to contest@outtraveler.com. Entries will be reviewed by a panel of judges consisting of members of The Out Traveler editorial staff. The approximate retail value of the overall prize is U.S. $3,500. Prize winner must be 18 years of age as of February 15, 2006, and is responsible for all federal, state, and local taxes incurred. Void where prohibited. One winner will be selected from all eligible entries on the basis of originality and appropriateness of answer. The judges’ decision is final. Winner’s name and city will be published in a future issue of The Out Traveler. Neither employees of American Airlines or LPI Media nor employees of advertising or marketing affiliates of these companies are eligible for entry. Ineligible entries will be disqualified. Winner’s name and city will be published in a future issue of The Out Traveler. Prize may not be substituted for cash equivalent. Contestants specifically acknowledge and agree that prize sponsors and The Out Traveler may utilize information obtained from participant in order to contact participant and/or to offer products or services. The Out Traveler and LPI Media are not responsible for any travel liability.