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KISSIMMEE, FLORIDA

China and the Western Pacific Rim — a Melting Pot of Great Nations

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EasyFor people looking to exercise their minds more than their bodies. There’s minimal walking and not too many stairs.
ModerateThese programs get you on your feet and include activities such as walking up to a mile in a day through a city and standing in a museum for a few hours.
ActiveFor people who enjoy walking as much as two miles a day, perhaps to explore historic neighborhoods or a nature trail.
Moderately ChallengingFor hardy explorers who enjoy a good physical challenge, spending most of their days on the go.
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Itinerary for Mar 10 — Mar 15, 2013

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Type: Hotel

 Description: Disney Good Neighbor Hotel, free transportation to theme parks

Contact info:
5711 West U.S. HWY 192 (Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy)
Kissimmee, FL 34746 USA
phone: 407-396-4222 x18003271128
web: www.holidayinnmge.com

Room amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock/Radio, Coffee Maker, Color TV/Cable/Remote, Hair Dryer, In Room Safe, Iron/Ironing Board, Movie Channel, Premium Channels, Wheelchair Access

Facility amenities: Many amenities including Wi-Fi, and safe. Hotel offers heated pool, fitness room, and laundry. Free transportation to Disney Theme Parks.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: $80-100
Seasonal. Rates may vary

Check in time: 3:30 PM

Day One: Sunday, March 10 - Registration, get acquainted session, opening banquet, and... 
Registration, get acquainted session, opening banquet, and orientation.

Afternoon: Registration and get acquainted session.

Dinner: Opening banquet

Evening: Orientation to discuss the week's schedule.

Lodging: Holiday Inn Maingate East

Meals Included: Dinner
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Type: Hotel

 Description: Disney Good Neighbor Hotel, free transportation to theme parks

Contact info:
5711 West U.S. HWY 192 (Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy)
Kissimmee, FL 34746 USA
phone: 407-396-4222 x18003271128
web: www.holidayinnmge.com

Room amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock/Radio, Coffee Maker, Color TV/Cable/Remote, Hair Dryer, In Room Safe, Iron/Ironing Board, Movie Channel, Premium Channels, Wheelchair Access

Facility amenities: Many amenities including Wi-Fi, and safe. Hotel offers heated pool, fitness room, and laundry. Free transportation to Disney Theme Parks.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: $80-100
Seasonal. Rates may vary

Check in time: 3:30 PM

Day Two: Monday, March 11 - History of Japan, Culture of Japan, and cultural programs 
Breakfast: Breakfast buffet @ restaurant

Morning: Morning exercise/announcements Introduction to Asia. History of Japan

Lunch: Lunch @ restaurant

Afternoon: Heritage/culture of Japan

Dinner: Dinner @ restaurant

Evening: Cultural program

Lodging: Holiday Inn Maingate East

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Hotel

 Description: Disney Good Neighbor Hotel, free transportation to theme parks

Contact info:
5711 West U.S. HWY 192 (Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy)
Kissimmee, FL 34746 USA
phone: 407-396-4222 x18003271128
web: www.holidayinnmge.com

Room amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock/Radio, Coffee Maker, Color TV/Cable/Remote, Hair Dryer, In Room Safe, Iron/Ironing Board, Movie Channel, Premium Channels, Wheelchair Access

Facility amenities: Many amenities including Wi-Fi, and safe. Hotel offers heated pool, fitness room, and laundry. Free transportation to Disney Theme Parks.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: $80-100
Seasonal. Rates may vary

Check in time: 3:30 PM

Day Three: Tuesday, March 12 - Buddhism/Thailand Trip to Buddhist Temple. History of Thailand. 
Breakfast: Breakfast @ Restaurant

Morning: Morning exercise. Tour of Buddhist Temple. Introduction of Buddhism, Sutra, and Meditation

Lunch: Lunch at the Buddhist Temple

Afternoon: History of Thailand

Dinner: Dinner at Restaurant

Evening: Heritage and Culture of Thailand

Lodging: Holiday Inn Maingate East

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Close [ x ]
Type: Hotel

 Description: Disney Good Neighbor Hotel, free transportation to theme parks

Contact info:
5711 West U.S. HWY 192 (Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy)
Kissimmee, FL 34746 USA
phone: 407-396-4222 x18003271128
web: www.holidayinnmge.com

Room amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock/Radio, Coffee Maker, Color TV/Cable/Remote, Hair Dryer, In Room Safe, Iron/Ironing Board, Movie Channel, Premium Channels, Wheelchair Access

Facility amenities: Many amenities including Wi-Fi, and safe. Hotel offers heated pool, fitness room, and laundry. Free transportation to Disney Theme Parks.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: $80-100
Seasonal. Rates may vary

Check in time: 3:30 PM

Day Four: Wednesday, March 13 - History of Vietnam. Culture of Vietnam. 
Breakfast: Breakfast at the restaurant

Morning: History of Vietnam.

Lunch: Lunch is at the restaurant.

Afternoon: Heritage/culture of Vietnam

Dinner: Dinner at restaurant

Evening: Cultural Program

Lodging: Holiday Inn Maingate East

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Close [ x ]
Type: Hotel

 Description: Disney Good Neighbor Hotel, free transportation to theme parks

Contact info:
5711 West U.S. HWY 192 (Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy)
Kissimmee, FL 34746 USA
phone: 407-396-4222 x18003271128
web: www.holidayinnmge.com

Room amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock/Radio, Coffee Maker, Color TV/Cable/Remote, Hair Dryer, In Room Safe, Iron/Ironing Board, Movie Channel, Premium Channels, Wheelchair Access

Facility amenities: Many amenities including Wi-Fi, and safe. Hotel offers heated pool, fitness room, and laundry. Free transportation to Disney Theme Parks.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: $80-100
Seasonal. Rates may vary

Check in time: 3:30 PM

Day Five: Thursday, March 14 - History of Korea, Culture of Korea, and a Multi-Cultural presentation... 
History of Korea, Culture of Korea, and a Multi-Cultural presentation and dinner.

Breakfast: Breakfast @ restaurant

Morning: History of Korea

Lunch: Lunch is at the restaurant

Afternoon: Heritage and culture of Korea

Dinner: Multi-Cultural Presentation and dinner

Evening: Free evening.

Lodging: Holiday Inn Maingate East

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Six: Friday, March 15 - Program wrap up 
Breakfast: Breakfast @ restaurant

Morning: Morning exercise Program wrap up

Lunch: Lunch and graduation

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch


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