Take part in this one and only overseas sketching trip for the 3rd season! This time round join us to breathtaking scenes and places of wonders in Taipei, Taiwan with our senior sketch journaling artist, Mr Tham Pui San to embark on a journey full of discovery and knowledge.

Trip Package Fee of S$895 per pax includes:
- Pre-trip Outdoor Sketch & Briefing Session in Singapore (Sat, 4th April 2020 - 10.30am to 12.30pm)
- Accomodation (Twin-Sharing) at Hedo Hotel Kaifeng Taipei (4-night stay with Daily Breakfast)
- All Sketching Materials for Urban Sketch Journaling Journey
- Artist's Coaching Fee
- Logistics, Admin & Coordination Fees
- Appreciation Dinner on the 4th day of Trip (18th Apr)
- Arranged Transportation to Destinations (Chartered Van to Sketch Venues, Tour Bus etc.)
- All Surcharges for Tips, Petrol, Services and Guide Fees
- Basic Travel Insurance Plan from NTUC Income
- Certificate of Participation for all (signed by Mr Tham) & an Exclusive Gift
NOTE: Daily meals & shopping/leisure spending at participant's own expenses

*Add-ons fee applies for:
- Return Flight with Scoot (inclusive of 20kg Baggage Allowance)
- Single Occupancy Accomodation

Summary of Itinerary (Trip plans and timings are subject to changes, detailed itinerary will be informed closer to date):
- Ximending 
- Raohe St Night Market
- Lungshan Temple
- Sanxia Old Street
- Peace Park
- Red House Theater
- Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall & More!

IMPORTANT DETAILS:
- All information stated is correct and subject to changes with notice once participants confirmed and made partial payment on their involvement. Minimum number of participants for this trip is 15pax while maximum is 20pax. Once paid the deposit, participants agree to abide and commit to all dates and activities listed above. Deposits are non-refundable. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the final day of travel.
- Cut-off date for registration of interest will be on Friday, 27th December 2019. After which, if we meet the minimum number of pax, a deposit of 50% of the trip fee is required upon final confirmation in January 2020.
- This is a workshop organised by TASA Gallery conducted at an overseas venue and will be acting in the capacity of an art studio and not a travel agency.
 
FAQs
1. What is the objective for this trip?
The objective of this overseas workshop is an initiative to explore and expose sketch journaling in a different atmosphere, environment and perspective thus taking sketch journaling journey to the next level and making it a fruitful experience for our participants.

2. Is there insurance coverage for the trip?
Yes, there is. We will register for the NTUC Income Classic Travel Insurance for all which includes the coverage due to unforeseen circumstances and act of god.
More details on the insurance details at https://www.income.com.sg/kcassets/6ebe3dbc-1fd8-48e2-a4ac-1b43ec7cd4fc/Travel-A4-leaflet-25072018.pdf
You are also highly encouraged to use your own insurance plan for a full life/travel plan.

3. What are the materials/items provided for us and what we should bring?
Full set of sketching materials will be made known after the confirmation of participation. We will brief all the participants accordingly during the pre-trip briefing on Sat, 4th April.

4. Will there be wet weather plan in case of rainy days?
We will find alternative locations for our sketch journey and will stay indoors as much as possible.

5. Is the fee inclusive of everything except for return flight, daily meals and expenditure?
The starting fee which is at S$895 per person is inclusive of on land transportation, accomodation, service charges, daily breakfast at hotel and dinner on the 4th day of trip. Daily meals refer to daily lunch and dinner on other days at own cost. Return flight fare and single occupancy hotel accomodation will be available as an add-on options.

6. Can I cancel my trip due to emergency and get a refund?
Cancellation of trip and refunds are not allowed if deposit payment has been made. However, your request will be seriously considered on a case by case basis. Since all bookings have been made, only partial refund will be offered if required.

7. In the event of emergency during the trip how will my family members be contacted?
During the pre-trip outdoor sketch & briefing session on Sat 4th April, participants are to list their next-of-kin (NOK) details for easy communication purpose in case of emergency. Local participants will be eRegister with Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) as the information will allow them to contact us to make sure that we are safe, if need be, assist us should an emergency (eg natural disasters, civil unrest, etc) occur.
 

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