September 18 – October 1
The Canadian Crafts Federation, provincial craft councils and partner organizations proudly present a unique 14 day cultural tour of South Korea. With a focus on fine craft and cultural traditions, this tour is a once in a lifetime experience. Travel with fellow Canadians interested in craft and cultural practices, network with artists, academics, and gallery owners, and connect to the many cultural organizations in Korea.
A special tour highlight includes a visit to the Cheongju International Craft Biennale, the largest fine craft event of its kind with work from over 40 nations. Canada is the featured guest country for 2009, showcasing contemporary Canadian fine craft. Part of the proceeds raised by the tour will support Canadian participation in the Biennale.
Highlights of Tour
8 days in Seoul
3 days in Cheongju
1 day in Icheon
Note: 2 days of travel to/from Korea
Cheongju International Craft Biennale, Opening Ceremonies & Canadian Festivities, Changdeokgung Palace, National Folk Museum, Mt. Namsan Seoul Tower, Han River Cruise, Korean Craft Council, Street Markets and shopping, Yongmunsa Temple, Icheon Ceramic Village, Korean Craft Museum, Early Printing Museum, Bukchon Hanok Village walking tour, Contemporary Studio Visits, Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, Traditional and Modern Korean Cuisine etc.
Optional post-tour extensions include a traditional hanok experience in Korea, or travel to Japan, Thailand, Singapore, or China.
Cost per person based on double occupancy includes air travel, hotel, select meals and taxes: $3,907 from Vancouver; $4,087 from Calgary/Edmonton; $4,325 from Toronto and $4,415 from Halifax. (*Excludes tips and other personal spending. Other departure points available upon request.)
$100 early bird discount
Early Bird booking deadline : Dec. 31, 2008
For more information, visit www.canadiancraftsfederation.ca
or contact [email protected] or (506) 444-3315.
For Booking/Reservations : contact Joyce Lui at Mimi Holidays Inc. at 604.232.4080 or 1.866.918.4080 or email [email protected]. Tour details see www.mimiholidays.com/packages/CICB_2009.pdf.
