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Escapes for Business Travelers

MARTIN YAN, celebrated host of the popular "Yan Can Cook" show, a highly respected food and restaurant consultant, and certified Chinese Master Chef, enjoys distinction as both teacher and author. His many talents have found unique expression in 25 cookbooks, including his most recent "Martin Yan's Asian Favorites" (Ten Speed Press) and the award-winning "Chinese Cooking for Dummies" (Wiley Publishing).

Now, get to know Martin's humor first-hand and benefit from his world-class culinary knowledge as you travel with Martin through Asia on a magical culinary journey that's bound to tempt the senses! Discover Taiwan, Singapore, Macau, and Hong Kong in a unique way that you will treasure forever. Space on the "Taste of Asia" tour is limited, so be sure to make your reservations by contacting travel@asianconnections.com today!

TOUR PRICE

Tour Cost: $3,888
Single Supplement: $1,000

• Cost per person, double occupancy, from SFO/LAX
  
• Please add applicable U.S. departure /arrival taxes and Security charge.
  
• At your request, YCC (Shangri-La Travel) will make your round-trip flight arrangements to SFO/LAX. Sample airfares effective December 15, 2001
  From San Diego $250
  From Sacramento $200
• Sample airfares from other departure cities available upon request.

INCLUDED FEATURES

• Round-trip transpacific air transportation via China Airlines
• 10 nights in deluxe hotel accommodations
• 24 meals: 10 breakfasts (B), 7 lunches (L), 4 dinners (D), 3 special dinners (SD).
• Round-trip transfers between airport and hotel, baggage handling, hotel taxes, and services charges
• Sightseeing tours, cultural entertainment, and other performances as specified
• The services of Yan Can Cook's local hosts for optional tours and shopping suggestions
• Autographed copy of Chef Martin Yan's cookbook

ITINERARY

Mon Sept 02 USA / TAIPEI: Your adventure of a lifetime begins.

Tue Sept 03 TAIPEI (B/L/D): Arrive Taipei. We start off with a Taiwanese breakfast, then proceed to the Taipei City Tour. Visit the world renowned Palace Museum, the famous Lungshang Temple, and Yangming Shan National Park. Accommodations at the spectacular Grand Hotel or similar class hotel.

Wed Sept 04 TAIPEI (B/L/D): In the morning depart for Chiufen (Little Old Shanghai). We visit the well-known Biksa Seafood Market, where we can try out different kinds of seafood. For lunch, enjoy a tea meal at the Mucha Tea Garden. Then we'll be off to Shen-Keng Tofu Street, where Tofu is prepared in many ways. Enjoy a dumpling dinner with a master class.

Thu Sept 05 TAIPEI/HUALIEN/TAIPEI (B/L/SD): After a short early morning flight to Hualien, we'll visit one of the natural wonders of the world, Taroko Gorge, and enjoy a cultural minority show. In the afternoon, we return to Taipei for a Taiwanese-style Banquet with a master chef cooking demonstration. Enjoy your last night in Taipei at the exciting Shihlin Night Market, filled with street foods, bargain shopping and souvenirs.

Fri Sept 06 TAIPEI/SINGAPORE (B/L/D): Upon arrival in the tropical city-state of Singapore, known for its natural beauty, colonial history and diverse ethnic cultures, we explore the city on an afternoon sightseeing city tour. In the evening, we'll venture off to Clarke Quay for dinner, a popular riverside nightlife district filled with dining outlets, shops, and hip entertainment. Accommodations at Nikko Hotel or similar.

Sat Sept 07 SINGAPORE (B/L): Visit Fort Canning Park, where At-Sunrice, Singapore's Pan-Asian Culinary Centre is located, for a tour of its Spice Garden and a special cooking demonstration. The afternoon is free for you to explore Singapore. In the evening, enjoy a veritable feast and have your pick (or mix!) of Chinese, Malay, and Indian foods at the Hawker stands of Newton's Circle.

Sun Sept 08 SINGAPORE/HONG KONG/MACAU (B/D): Depart for Hong Kong. Upon arrival, hop on a Hydrofoil to the former Portuguese colony, Macau. Enjoy a welcome dinner with a master class. Accommodations at Hyatt Regency Hotel or similar.

Mon Sept 09 MACAU/HONG KONG (B/L): Enjoy a city tour and see the Ruins of St. Paul's, Temple of A-Ma, Penha Hill, Maritime Museum. The tour ends in Coloane Village for an authentic Macanese lunch, a unique blend of Cantonese and Portuguese. Then we hop on a Hydrofoil returning to Hong Kong. Evening is free for you to experience Hong Kong's bustling nightlife.

Tue Sept 10 HONG KONG (B/L): In the morning, a half-day city tour will show us some of Hong Kong's highlights. A visit to the Chinese Cooking Institute for a special cooking demonstration and luncheon. Evening is free to shop and explore the city on your own. Accommodations at Royal Pacific Tower.

Wed Sept 11 HONG KONG (B/SD): Dim Sum breakfast with master class. In the afternoon, we will meet to take a Chinese Junk, boat tour of Hong Kong Harbor and walk through the colorful Lei Yue Mun Seafood Village Market. See the exotic live seafood displayed in tanks and enjoy a seafood banquet at a famous restaurant. After dinner, we motor-coach back to the hotel.

Thu Sept 12 HONG KONG (B/SD): A free day to shop and explore Hong Kong leisurely on your own. We'll celebrate the end of our visit to Hong Kong with a traditional Chinese wedding banquet dinner. Live entertainment opens our Wedding Banquet festivities, followed by a procession of spectacular food courses.

Fri Sept 13 HONG KONG/USA: Savor unforgettable memories of your adventure as you board your select flight home.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Reservations
A $500 per person non-refundable deposit is required in order to request services. The balance of payment is due 70 days prior to departure (June 24, 2002).

Complete a Tour Reservation form and submit along with deposit to: Orient Travel

To register (or if you simply have questions), please email your name and phone number we can reach you at to travel@asianconnections.com

Make check or money order payable to "Yan Can Cook, Inc."

Cancellation Policy

*Whichever amount is greater

In addition, any unrecoverable expenses and / or cancellation charges imposed by the vendors will be assessed.

It is strongly recommended that you protect yourself against losses due to last minute cancellation and trip interruption by purchasing Shangri-La Holidays Travel Line's cancellation insurance.

Unused Tour Arrangements
No refund will be made for any missed or unused ground services, hotel accommodations or meals.

Travel Documents
U.S. Citizens are required to possess a valid passport. Most countries require the passport be valid for a period of six months after your scheduled return. A visa is required for China. Holders of passports from countries other than the United States of America should inquire about their specific visa requirements. Since visa requirements change periodically, it is advisable to consult your travel agent concerning the latest requirements. While visa fees are not included in the tour price, Shangri-La Holidays Travel Lines will offer a visa service for U.S. citizens. Details will be offered at time of reservation.

Tour Prices
All rates are quoted in U.S. dollars and are based on tariffs and exchange rates in effect at the time of printing of this brochure. Adjusted prices will be advised if air fares, land prices, or currency exchange rates are revised. Shangri-La Holidays Travel Lines guarantees the tour price against any increase only when the tour is paid in full.

Air Transportation
All air transportation is based on economy class travel and is subject to the rules of the particular fare utilized. Flight schedules and prices are subject to change without notice. Business class transpacific is available at a supplement.

Baggage
Allowances and capabilities vary widely among airlines and countries. We recommend for efficient travel that each passenger travel with only one suitcase and one carry-on bag. Excessive number, size, or weight of luggage may result in your inconvenience and/or surcharge.

PROGRAM INCLUDES
Air Transportation
Air transportation is provided in economy class where indicated.

Hotels
Accommodations are provided at Deluxe properties with private bath and air conditioning. Costs are based on two people sharing a twin-bedded room. For persons requiring a single room, the supplemental cost is shown. If circumstances dictate, accommodations at alternate hotels of equal quality will be arranged.

Meals
Meals are included as indicated.

Land Transportation
Round trip transfers between airports, piers and hotels by either private vehicle or seat-in-van/coach basis are included as indicated.

Sightseeing
Tours by motorcoach with the services of an English-speaking guide, including all entrance fees, are included as indicated. Modern air conditioned equipment is used when available.

Hotel Taxes
All service charges and taxes at hotels are included in the program pricing. Tour Preparation The costs of planning and operating the programs are included in the program pricing.

Documentation
A souvenir copy of your itinerary, baggage tags, local maps, and destination materials are provided where available.

PROGRAM EXCLUDES
Any extra transportation which is not part of the itinerary, tips to escort(s), drivers or guides, passport or visa fees, insurance, foreign airport charges/taxes, U.S. air-port, immigration and customs fees. Also not included are excess baggage charges, hotel porterage, additional meals, beverages, laundry, telephone calls, and other items of a personal nature.