Asia
Travel into the heart of a country and its people. The Friendship Force signature program of home hospitality puts you in the center of another culture. Join one of our exchanges today!
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- Provided by the Friendship Force Club of Saitama.
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STEP OUTSIDE TOKYO – EXPLORE NATURAL BEAUTY, CULTURAL HISTORY AND JAPANESE LIFE IN SAITAMA, JAPAN
Saitama and Tokyo, Japan
March 30 to April 5, 2012
HIGHLIGHTS
- Enjoy the historic sites and attractions of Tokyo and the suburban space of Saitama
- Visit Chichibu Tama Kai National Park with hiking opportunities and a number of shrines
- Appreciate our host country by touring, shopping and sharing with our Friendship Force hosts
- Experience the modern and historic attractions of Tokyo
- Explore Japan further by adding on an additional 6 days to tour Kyoto, Nara, Hiroshima and Nagasaki
Nearly 35 million people call Tokyo, Japan home – join us in Saitama just outside of Tokyo to have space to enjoy the city life of one of the world’s largest cities and its history. Like our exchange, Saitama is a wonderful place to observe the blending of city and suburban life. We will visit a number of the historic and modern attractions of Tokyo and step outside to see the natural beauty of this island country at the Chichibu Tama Kai National Park. We will also spend time with our local hosts touring cultural sites and visiting local markets.
After touring the blended city you can join us for an additional 6 days which will include two days in Kyoto and Nara, two days in Hiroshima and two days in Nagasaki. Transportation within Japan will be by train and domestic flight.
$275 USD (includes FFI and host fees)
Optional Tour Estimated Price: $2,525 USD
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- Provided by the Friendship Force Club of Nepal.
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Matthew Nidek
FF International
mnidek@thefriendshipforce.org
+1-404-965-4343
OFFER YOUR HAND IN FRIENDSHIP AND SERVICE IN NEPAL
Kathmandu and Thosey, Nepal
April 17 to 24, 2012
HIGHLIGHTS
- Participate in a humanitarian project to bring medicine and materials to the rural village of Thosey
- Work with Friendship Force Nepal and get to know Nepalese people by working together for the greater good
- Use the skills and abilities you take for granted
- Take advantage of travel opportunities to Mount Everest or India
- Experience Kathmandu, hosted by friends from Friendship Force Nepal
Friendship Force Nepal is working to make a difference in the lives of underprivileged people in rural Nepal and you can help! You will be based out of Kathmandu and enjoy the hospitality of our hosts and work together to bring medicine and other materials to the village of Thosey where we will be working.
Everyone has something to offer on this exchange. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Himalayan mountains and treasure the memories you will make on this unique Humanitarian exchange.
FFI fees of $150 USD, plus humanitarian program cost $825 USD, which includes accommodation and food for duration of volunteer project (1 week) and some sightseeing too. Ambassadors arrange own flights.
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GET A FEEL FOR JAPAN: EXPERIENCE TRADITIONAL CUISINE, CLOTHING, CEREMONIES AND MORE!
Fukuoka, Tottori, Tokyo and Kyoto, Japan
May 8 to 28, 2012
HIGHLIGHTS
- Develop a taste for the Japanese cuisine typical of Fukuoka and Tottori
- Experience a Japanese Tea Ceremony
- Learn about traditional Japanese dress, calligraphy and origami
- Enjoy local tours provided by our Friendship Force Hosts
- Continue your exchange with an add on trip to Tokyo and Kyoto
Join us in Fukuoka and Tottori, Japan to get a feel for Japanese life. You will enjoy the personal relationships that make Friendship Force a great organization. Our hosts are arranging a mini-immersion for us that will help us appreciate the art, cuisine and history of Japan. You will experience the culture and art of Japan on a personal level with the Japanese tea ceremony and tours led by our Friendship Force hosts. You will also see temples, shrines and castles that represent the history of Japan. You will learn a lot and enjoy yourself on this unique exchange.
After our time in Fukuoka and Tottori, we will continue our travel to include Tokyo and Kyoto. Please contact the ED for more details!
$1250 USD (includes FFI and host fees, plus domestic transportation)
Post Exchange Travel - $2500 USD for 1 week, includes hotels and guided tours (does not include incidental and out of pocket expenses)
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NEW – SHARE, SERVE AND LEARN IN INDONESIA
Yogyakarta, Jakarta and Bali, Indonesia
Bangkok, Thailand
June 20 to July 10, 2012
HIGHLIGHTS
- Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Yogyakarta: Borobudor Temple Compounds and Prambanan Temple Compounds
- Enjoy fellowship with members of FF Jakarta at an overnight stay at a Bandung resort
- Experience Jakarta with friends: our hosts in Jakarta will take us to the Jakarta History museum, Safari Park, Independence Mosque and more!
- Explore more of Southeast Asia with pre and post trip travel to Bali and Bangkok
We begin our journey to Indonesia in Bali on June 22nd for a three night stay in a beautiful hotel along the beach. We will have time to enjoy the beach and the nearby town and a full day tour of Ubud.
Our Friendship Force hosts in have planned a five day exploration of their city, which will include visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Borobudor Temple and Prambanan Temple, museums, a palace, puppet show, dance performances and a visit to Mount Merapi volcano. We will also visit to a Senior High School where they will share morning tea and a dance performance with us.
In Jakarta, we look forward to visiting the students and teachers of SMAN 8 high school. In 2010 and 2011, some of these students and teachers visited our club for a week. Now, they will share their city with us. We will see the performance of their native dances which they performed for us while they were in Western North Carolina; we will now see them with an appreciation for their home.
We will have time to devote to service at your choice of an orphanage or hospital. Our Jakarta hosts have also made plans for us to travel to Bandung, meet with their club and stay in a resort overnight.
After leaving Jakarta we continue our exploration of this region in Bangkok, Thailand for 3 nights. We will have a day and a half of tours and free time to explore the city independently.
We look forward to seeing you in Indonesia!
$895 USD includes 1 night hotel stay in Bandung, FFI fees, WNC fees and exchange fees.
Cost of Pre and post travel fees $1100. This cost includes travel from Bali to Yogyakarta and from Jakarta to Bangkok, 3 nights hotel stay in Bali and 3 nights hotel stay in Bangkok.
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