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| Summer 2008 Study Abroad Program |
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| Thailand & Cambodia (Full) |
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| Angkor Wat temple, Cambodia |
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| Date: June 1, 2008 - June 20, 2008 |
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| Program Price |
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| Cost: approximately $2,500, including airfare. |
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The price does not include:
- Cambodian Visa (approximately $20
- Other meals and all drinks at meals
- Overweight luggage charges
- Late hotel check out
- Personal travel insurance
- Tips
- Personal expenses
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Suggested items to bring to make your trip more enjoyable:
- Mosquito repellent
- Medicine for upset stomach, indigestion, etc.
- Toilet paper
- ATM card/Credit card
- Small calculator
- Waterproof shoes (lightweight)
- U.S. dollars in small denominations for use in Cambodia
- Antibacterial waterless hand soap
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Others:
- You will need a valid passport with at least a six-month validity
- One 4x6 photo for your Cambodian Visa
- Approx. $400 for food
- $20 for your Cambodian Visa
- You may consider the following vaccinations: Hepatitis A & B; Anti-Malarial drugs
- It will be hot and humid in both countries. Very hot and very humid!
- Dress modestly or else you may be prevented from entry into temples. No tank tops, spaghetti straps or short shorts.
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| Registration Form |
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| Itinerary-at-a-glance |
June 2: Leave LAX at about 1 a.m. for Bangkok, Thailand.
June 3: Arrive in Bangkok. (We cross the international date line, so we skip a day). If time permits, visit the National Museum.
Meals: None
Accommodation: Jim’s Lodge (or comparable)
June 4: Bangkok
Visit the Grand Palace which consists of three imposing buildings: the Amarin Vinitch Throne Hall (originally a Hall of Justice but used today for coronation ceremonies); Dusit Maha Prasat Palace (initially served as a venue for royal audiences and later as Royal Funerary Hall ). Dress code: shorts, thongs, mini skirts, sleeveless shirts are not allowed for entry . Afternoon, drive along the city, stop to visit three interesting temples: Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) located next to the Grand Palace; this is Bangkok’s oldest temple with the kingdom’s largest Reclining Buddha image. Wat Benchamabophit (The Marble Temple), made from Italian marble, and Wat Trimitr (Golden Buddha Temple), a 5.5 ton solid gold Buddha forged in Ayuthaya period. When Bangkok was built, the stucco image was brought to the new capital and kept in a deserted temple.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Jim’s Lodge
June 5: Bangkok
The most colorful of Thailand’s floating markets is the one at Damnoen Saduak in Ratchaburi Province, about 104 kms southwest of Bangkok. We will visit the famous floating market, then board a canal boat and view native life along the canal banks and arrive at the market, where boats of various shapes and size, carry goods for trading. Then by road to Kanchanaburi province is about 128 kms west of Bangkok and approximately 2.5 hrs ride by car over good road.. Arrive Kanchanaburi, enjoy lunch before visiting: JEATH Museum; Kanchanaburi War Cemetery, Bridge on the River Kwai. and 12:00 train ride 1 hr from Kanchanaburi station to Wanpo station through part of the “ Death Railway” passing lush forest scenery.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Jim’s Lodge
June 6: Bangkok
Free time in Bangkok for shopping, additional temple visitations, (at your own expense) and relaxation.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Jim’s Lodge
June 7: Bangkok to Ayuthaya.
After breakfast, drive to Ayuthaya. Transfer to your hotel upon arrival.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Ayuthaya Grand Hotel
June 8: Ayuthaya
Visit Ayuthaya Historical Park to study Buddhism. A UNESCO World Heritage site, Ayuthaya’s historic temples are located in this area, Thailand’s former capital. We will visit Buddhist wats and stupas, some of which are thousands of years old.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Ayuthaya Grand Hotel
June 9: Ayuthaya to Bangkok; Bangkok to Siem Reap, Cambodia.
This day will be spent traveling between Bangkok, Thailand and Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Accommodation: Angkor Sapphire Hotel
June 10: Siem Reap, Cambodia
After breakfast, visit the Angkor complex including the south gate of Angkor Thom and Bayon, Baphoun, Elephant Terraces, Leper King Terrace, and the Royal Palace area. In the afternoon set out on a visit to the astounding triumph of the Khmer Empire, often regarded as one of the world’s greatest religious monuments, Angkor Wat. The day ends with a visit to Phnom Bakheng where you climb to its summit for a spectacular sunset view over the surrounding landscape include Angkor Wat and West Baray.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Angkor Sapphire Hotel |
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June 11: Siem Reap, Cambodia
After breakfast at your hotel, start exploring the picturesque Ta Prohm that had nearly disappeared into the jungle and remains overgrown, an oddly haunting and exotic scene. The magnificent roots of a tree, pushing between the huge stone blocks of the temple in a sort of embrace, evoke feelings that a visitor may remember forever. Also visit other temples including Takeo, Banteay Kdei and Srah Srang. In the afternoon visit Preah Khan the deep jungle temple, Neak Prean or the snake temple, East Mebon and Pre Rup.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Angkor Sapphire Hotel |
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June 12: Siem Reap, Cambodia
In the morning, we will meditate at a local pagoda. In the afternoon we will visit the Bantei Srei Temple, the birthplace of Khmer classical architecture style. This temple is regarded as one of the most beautiful temples in Angkor area. On the way back to town, we will stop by Banteay Samre Temple.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Angkor Sapphire Hotel |
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June 13:Siem Reap, Cambodia
In the morning we will meditate at the pagoda. In the afternoon, we will explore the city of Siem Reap. Possible additional activities (at your own expense) include a visit to a nearby waterfall.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Angkor Sapphire Hotel |
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June 14: Siem Reap to Battambang, Cambodia
Visit Phiphethearam Temple for lessons with monks about Buddhism.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Teo Hotel |
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June 15: Battambang, Cambodia
Visit Phiphethearam Temple for lessons with monks about Buddhism.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Teo Hotel |
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June 16: Battambang, Cambodia
Free time in Battambang, the former capital of Cambodia. Sapphires are mined in this region and are available for sale at prices well below those found in the U.S. Other options (at your own expense) include: riding the Bamboo Train, or visiting temples outside of the city.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Teo Hotel |
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June 17: Battambang to Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Drive from Battambang to Phnom Penh. Free time activities (at your own expense) can include: traditional dance and shadow puppet performances, visits to local pagodas, river cruise or a visit to the Water Park.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: New York Hotel |
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June 18: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
We will visit the National Museum, the Silver Pagoda and the Royal Palace.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: New York Hotel |
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June 19: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
We will visit the Toul Sleng (S-21) prison and the Choeung Ek Killing Fields memorial.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: New York Hotel |
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| June 20: Phnom Penh to Los Angeles. After breakfast we will fly back to the United States |
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To prepare yourself for the program, please check out these web sites:
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| Courses Offered |
Philosophy 6: Introduction to Philosophy
Grading: letter grade or credit/no credit. Transferable to UC/CSU.
This class explores the enduring questions of philosophy in the areas of knowledge, religion, science, logic, value and metaphysics.
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Philosophy 8: Introduction to Non-Western Philosophy
Grading: letter grade or credit/no credit. Transferable to UC/CSU.
An introduction to some of the philosophical traditions from around the world. Themes include the meaning of life, spirituality, the role of the individual and society, the nature of reality, and the affects of history and culture on belief systems.
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| Program Director |
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Professor Debbie Whittaker has an M.A. in philosophy, a B.A. in political science, and has been a full-time instructor at Long Beach City College since 2005. She specializes in eastern philosophy and has traveled to Asia many times. She is a lifelong resident of Long Beach, California. |
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