Y Japan Ski: Hokkaido, 17-23 December 2014 (Briefing)

Appalled by the terrible living conditions in

London for young working men, Sir George

Williams (at age 23) started the YMCA in

1844 in London. After 168 years, YMCA

movement has been established in more

than 120 countries..

Founded in 1902, YMCA of Singapore is a

Christian organisation, affiliated worldwide.

Continues to be relevant in meeting needs.

Patron-in-Chief - President Tony Tan

The YMCA of Singapore, affiliated worldwide, strives to

effectively serve all members of the community through

wholesome programmes that develop Body, Mind and Spirit.

We also extend out outreach to the less privileged overseas

through our International Service Programmes (ISP) to the

needy in Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam & China

YMCA Contacts:

Gracie Ngoi

Assistant Manager, Outdoor & Adventure

International Programmes

graciengoi@ymca.org.sg

Andrew Leo

Assistant General Manager

International Programmes

andrewleo@ymca.org.sg

Gracie Ngoi

Contact: (65) 9754 1449

Vivien Sng

Contact: (65) 9770 3508

Emergency Contact in Singapore:

Andrew Leo

Contact: (65) 6586 2333

Confirmation of air ticket

Passport validity: At least 6 months validity.

Medical and travel insurance

Sufficient funds to cover and a credit card for

emergencies.

Date Programme

16 Dec Singapore Changi Airport to New Chitose Airport

17 Dec Depart Chitose after lunch at airport. Transfer on Coach for two-hr

journey to Rusutsu Resort. Check in, orientation & gear rental.

Free & Easy in the evening.

18 Dec to

21 Dec

Four full days of ski, ski, ski!

2-hr ski classes in the morning & afternoon for Beginners

Lift Passes inclusive of NIGHT SKI Sessions

21 Dec Check out Rusutsu Resort. Transfer to central Sapporo. Sight-

seeing OR free& easy shopping at Central Sapporo. Dinner at

Kirin Beer Garden – free flow BBQ lamb.

Overnight at Art Hotel Sapporo

22 Dec Free and Easy / Optional Day Ski at Sapporo Teine (at own cost)

23 Dec Depart Hokkaido for Home Sweet Home!

Meeting point: 1F, JAL Arrival Gate, New Chitose Airport

Date & Time: 17 December 2014, 1330hrs

*Wi-fi Area / Near Washrooms

…

Get Lunch!

Go to RERA Mall! (FREE SHUTTLE)

Explore New Chitose Aiport!

- Doraemon Sky Park

- Steiff Nature World

- Theatre

- Airport Onsen

http://www.new-chitose-airport.jp/en/spend/

Opens from 10am http://www.outlet-rera.com/shop/english/

• Critical areas to keep warm: Head, neck and hands.

• Sunblock and sunglasses with good UV protection to

protect the skin and eyes.

• Be prepared for swift weather changes

• Dress in layers: Add and remove layers in response

to temperature changes.

• Do NOT overdress: Increased perspiration leads to

discomfort and even hypothermia.

Layering!

• Wear wicking long underwear: Keeps you dry and warm by pulling sweat away from your skin and onto the next clothing layer to evaporate without losing warmth.

• Insulation layer: Wool is natural, durable and keeps warm even when wet. Fleece is lighter, dries faster, insulates while wet.

• Outershell: Water-proof and breathable outer layers help to sustain protection from wind and precipitation. Waterproof gloves and headgear.

SKI GEAR AND CLOTHING

• Ski jacket and pants / outer shell (WATERPROOF)

• Thermal underwear

• Fleece jacket / wool sweater

• Long-sleeved synthetic base-layer shirts (Quick Dry)

• Warm hat / Cap / Beanie

Ski gloves (WATERPROOF)

Sunglasses / Ski goggles

• Face mask for skiing in snow (optional)

• THICK and Warm socks

• Scarf / Neck gaiter

• Small Backpack (If you lack pockets)

6,000 YEN (to be paid to Vivien at Rusutsu)

4 FULL Days of Ski Clothing Rental includes:

Beanie

Ski Gloves

Ski Goggles

Ski Pants

Ski Jacket

*Ski Equipment rental is included in land fee

CITY WEAR

• Pants/ Jeans / Skirts

• Leggings

• T-shirts

• Long sleeve shirts / Turtlenecks – Fleece or Wool

• Jackets

• Underwear

• Normal socks (Wool Socks are best)

• Swimming costume (optional)

PERSONAL CARE

• Sunblock lotion

• Moisturizer

• Lip balm

• Toiletries (Hotels provide full amenities as well)

• Tissue paper & wet wipes

• Personal first aid kit

• Personal medication

• POWER ADAPTER

• The voltage in Japan is a 100 Volts and their plugs

are flat two-pin plugs, so do bring along a travel

adaptor.

!!!

- Meal Vouchers will be distributed together with room keys

when we arrive at Rusutsu.

- Do not lose your vouchers

- Please ready your vouchers at meal times

- If you skip breakfast for the day, you may still utilise the

value of your meal voucher at lunch or dinner.

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• Japanese Restaurant and Teppanyaki “Kazahana”

Rusutsu Tower [7: 00-9: 00, 17: 00-22: 00]

• Buffet Restaurant “Bon Appetit”

Rusutsu Tower [7: 00-9: 00, 17: 00-21: 00]

&• French Cuisine “Belle Vue”

South Wing [17: 00-22: 00]

• Japanese Restaurant “Sekkatei”

North Wing [7: 00-9: 00, 17: 00-22: 00]

• Italian Restaurant “Costa Terrazza”

North Wing [7: 30-9: 00, 17: 00-22: 00]

&• Restaurant “Oktober Fest”

North Wing [7: 00-9: 00, 17: 00-21: 00] . Buffet

• Buffet at Crescent Hall – Viking Buffet

North Wing [7: 00-9: 00, 17: 00-21: 00]

• Selected Hokkaido Buffet “Kanten” Buffet

North Wing [7: 00-9: 00, 17: 00-21: 00]

• BBQ Restaurant “Lamp House”

[Hours] 20/12/2014 – 28/3/2015 17: 30-22: 00

If you like the idea of all you CAN Eat LAMB

• Main Bar “Obrist”

South Wing [17: 00-23: 30]

Fine Wine and Spirits Prepared and Served in Style

• Sports Pub “Cricket” English Style pub

South Wing [18: 00-22: 30]

• Japanese-Style Pub “Kakashi” (Izakaya)

Highland Lodge [17: 00-24: 00]

1. Individual Travel Arrangements:

Please keep us informed well in advance of any

individual arrangements deviating from the

main group itinerary, especially if assistance is

required for separate travel arrangements.