Rotary Friendship Exchange with Peru!!
Accepting applications until October 28th.
 
Want to get away from the winter Blues? Exchange the snow and drizzle of February for +23C to 29C days in the sun? Nights of 18C to 24C?
Want to experience other cultures while making lasting friendships,
Want to explore new countries and ancient civilizations?
Care to do this on a smaller budget?
 
Rotary District 4455 in Peru has invited us to visit them in February for a Friendship Exchange.
 
We will be visiting Lima, Arequipa and surrounding areas. These dates are February 17th to 28th. They would like a return visit to our district from June 8th to 19th.
We are now accepting applications for the outbound exchange.
 
The Rotary Friendship Exchange program gives Rotarians (including spouse, significant other or family member) the opportunity to host and visit Rotarians around the world. In addition to experiencing other cultures and making lasting friendships, an exchange provides a strong foundation for carrying out other international activities and service projects.
 
The primary goal of a Friendship Exchange is to build greater international understanding and goodwill. In addition, exchange participants can learn how their vocations are practiced in other parts of the world, observe new customs and cultures, and promote an appreciation of cultural diversity worldwide.
 
Participants are hosted by local Rotarians and clubs eliminating the cost of hotels. Travel within the district is usually provide although not always. Generally visitors pay their own meals, etc. although many are provided by hosts and their clubs. Often, we are asked for presentations about our district. We do pay for incidentals and some entrance fees, etc. as you might expect.
 
Please consider this wonderful opportunity and complete the attached application.
 
Contact PDG Tom McCaughey for further information at dgtom7820@gmail.com 709-682-7259
 
Here is an interesting video of the 10 things to do in Lima https://youtu.be/AUyJjgHCW7I