Seoul RICON 2016

Posted by Donna Banach 
 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION

28 MAY - 1 JUNE 2016

You’re invited to Connect with Korea — Touch the World at the 2016 Rotary International Convention in Seoul, 28 May-1 June 2016. Explore this world-class city and discover the rich culture that connects the latest trends with time-honored traditions. Taste eclectic cuisine and shop for the newest fashions and electronics. Meet new friends, share ideas, and interact with new technology at this dynamic, unforgettable convention. We plan to make it the most successful convention to date and with your help, attract a record number of Rotarians from across western New York and southern Ontario.
 
  • The Rotary Convention is for all Rotarians, featuring information and activities, and providing exciting opportunities to network, meet new people, and make lasting friendships
  • Seoul is an amazing destination with so much to offer — history, cuisine, culture, and shopping.  Check out the must see, must do:  http://www.riconvention.org/en/seoul/discover-seoul
  • The program features engaging speakers, spectacular entertainment, and House of Friendship events
  • Learn more about the convention here: www.riconvention.org
Our district has 13 registered for the convention!  Please consider joining them on an organized trip with Gate 1 Travel.  See the details here: http://bit.ly/21fZJZe.  The cost per person is $3679 (double occupancy) and includes:
 
•     Round trip flights between Toronto and Seoul, Korea via Air Canada
•     Round trip transfers between the airport and hotel
•     7 nights’ accommodations at Glad Hotel (or similar), Seoul, South Korea (SEL):      
•     7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 1 bottle of mineral water each day
•     Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant on the 33rd Floor of Jongno Tower:   
•     Farewell Dinner and Show
•     Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach with English-speaking guide
•     Daily round trip transportation between your hotel and the Kintex Convention Center  
•     Full day sightseeing tour of Seoul
•     Optional tours for those not attending the convention
 
Questions? Please email me at dbanach@buffalo.edu or leave a message on my cell (716) 870-7175.
 
Connect with the thousands of Rotarians who will come together in friendship and peace.
Donna Banach, MA, PMCP
District 7090 Rotary International Convention Chair, 2016, Seoul, Korea
Voting Delegate, 2015 Rotary International Convention, Sao Paulo, Brazil
Secretary, Rotary Club of Hamburg, 2014-2105
www.hamburgrotaryclub.org