5th Sseasr Revised Second Announcement

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5th SSEASR Conference, Manila, PhilippinesMay 16-May 19, 2013

REVISED SECOND ANNOUNCEMENTJanuary 26, 2013

Dear Colleagues,

Mabuhay! The SSEASR Family wishes you Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year! We are delighted to receive quitea good number of paper proposals so far from as many as 30 countries. As we go now busy to give final touch to the

logistics, the following information would facilitate your plan to be here:

ABOUT MANILA

Manila, located on the eastern shore of the Manila Bay, is the capital of the Philippines. It is one of the 16 cities that form

the National Capital Region (NCR).Manila takes pride in its historical, cultural, educational and political landmarks whichinclude the Walled City of Intramuros, the Rizal National Park, the Malacaan Palace (Office of the President of theRepublic), and the Cultural Center of the Philippines. The Manila Bay offers one of the worlds most beautiful views ofthe sunset. It also bustles with commerce, offering the best and cheapest shopping venues, and easy access to threesignature malls in Metro Manila. It has a very diverse dining scene, with restaurants and food establishments serving a

wide variety of local and international cuisines.

VENUE

The conference will be held in one of the countrys premier universities, the Pontifical and Royal University of SantoTomas, popularly known as the UST. It is the oldest University in Asia having justcompleted its 400 years. Besidesits various awards and recognitions for academic excellence, the University has also been awarded recently as the first

educational institution in the country with four landmarks declared as National Cultural Treasures by the PhilippineGovernment. These landmarks are: the UST Main Building, the Central Seminary, the Arch of the Centuries, and the

Universitys Open Spaces/Field. Located in the heart of Manila, the University campus is approximately 30 minutes from

the designated hotels mentioned below.

MODE OF TRANSPORATION

By air, Manila is best reached from various destinations through three major airports, the Ninoy Aquino International

Airport (NAIA) 1 and 2, and the Centennial Airport. These airports are connected to all major parts of the world with both

non-stop and with stop-over flights. In Asia, Manila has over 50 flights a day via major airports of Bangkok, Beijing, Delhi,

Hong Kong, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur and Singapore. For low cost airline flyers, the nearest airport is Clarks, 60 km away

from Manila. However, before you make your whole journey on such airlines and arriving there via transit points( such as

Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur), please ensure, you have got the transit visa for those countries.

VISA

The new visa policy of Philippines now includes the increase in the visa-free privilege for 166 countries/territories for30 days, and a 14-day visa-free stay for Indian nationals who have a valid American, Japan, Australian, Canadian,

Shengen, Singapore, or United Kingdom visa.Nationals from these countries who are travelling to the Philippines forbusiness and tourism purposes are allowed to enter the Philippines without visas for a stay provided they hold valid

tickets for their return journey to port of origin or next port of destination and their passports valid for a period of at least

six (6) months beyond the contemplated period of stay. The rest has to apply for visa in their countries. For details, please

visit official government website: www.gov.ph/faqs/visa; http://www.immigration.gov.ph; or related websites:

http://philippines.visahq.com; http://www.worldtravelguide.net/philippines/passport-visa

WEATHER

Manila is characterized by a tropical climate, with temperature ranging from 20 38 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels may

be usually high especially during the summer months of March and April. The rainy season typically begins in May-end and

may extend up to December. Please check the weather forecasts as the conference dates draw closer.


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ELECTRICITY/INTERNET/TELEPHONE

The common standard of voltage used is 220 volts AC, 60Hz. 110 volts AC may also be used in some hotels. Two-pin flatblade attachments and two-pin round plugs are widely used. Hotels have wi-fi access, and we are working on makingthem included in the tariff for our people in the designated hotels. The UST campus offers free-wi-fi. Delegates will begiven the password upon on-site registration.

Fixed telephone line, mobile telephone, dial-up and wireless broadband Internet services are available. The rates and

charges vary among the major service provides --- Philippine Long Distance Telephone (PLDT), Globe Telecom, SMART

Telecom, and Digitel/Sun cellular. The international telephone access code for the Philippines is +63 and the Manilaarea code is 02.

MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

General medical services are readily available during the conference. Located inside the University of Santo Tomas campus

are the Santo Tomas University Hospital and the UST Health Service.

CURRENCY/CREDIT CARD/ATM

The currency of the Philippines is the Peso (Php.). At present, 41 Pesos is equivalent to one (1) US Dollar while 48 Pesos is

one (1) Euro. Money-changing facilities are available at hotels, banks (there is a Security Bank inside the UST campus), and

private money-changers are found within the hotel vicinity. Visa and Credit cards are accepted in almost all

establishments.ATM machines are wide-spread.

REGISTRATION FEES

LOCAL PARTICIPANTS FOREIGN PARTICIPANTS DEVELOPING COUNTRIESPARTICIPANTS

Early Registration:Php4000 Early Registration: US $250 Early Registration: US $200

Late Registration: Php5000 Late Registration : US $300 Late Registration : US $250

Fulltime Students:Php3000 Full Time Students: US $200 Full Time Students: US $150

Life Member: Php3000 Accompanying person: US $200 Accompanying person: US $150

Overseas Persons: US $200 SSEASR Life Member: US $250 SSEASR Life Member: US $200

The registration fee covers conference day lunch, gala dinner, coffee/tea breaks, conference publications, pick-up

service at the Manila airport (subject to fixed schedule), entry to the National Museum, and a cultural evening at

the conference venue. It does not include the accommodation, cost of bothpre andpost-Conference tours.

IMPORTANT DATES

Early registration Fee February 21, 2013Late registration Fee Beginning February 25, 2013

Deadline of registration Fee April 19, 2013

Registration fees can be paid in the following ways:

1. Bank e-Transfer2. Bank Draft/Cheque3. Bank e-transfer/cash deposit in India and Thailand SSEASR offices

BANK DETAILS:Account name: SOUTH AND SOUTHEAST ASIAN ASSOCIATION FOR THE STUDY

OF CULTURE AND RELIGION (SSEASR)Swift Code: SETCPHMMDollar Savings Account Number: 0171-044762-200Name of Bank: SECURITY BANK CORPORATIONBranch: University of Santo TomasAddress of Bank: G/F UST Main Building, UST Compound, Espaa, ManilaPurpose of Transfer: Payment for the 5th SSEASR Conference

NOTE:

Delegates/participants mustadd the processing fee of all money transfers. Please email all details of transfer toAssoc. Prof. Ma Fylene [email protected]


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ACCOMMODATION

For the convenience of the SSEASR participants, accommodations in the designated hotels have been especially priced for

the SSEASR Conference REGISTERED delegates on a first come first served basis. Participants must therefore REGISTERFIRST with the SSEASR Secretariat before making room reservations.The prices of rooms are mentioned below which would be given on first comefirst serve basis. While making payment

for registration fee, please add one night advance deposittoo. All rooms are kept prepared from May 14 to May 20(extendable to May 23 for those who fly out after the end of the post Conference tours). Please note that the payment for all

the other room nights is to be made as soon as you are completely sure of your trip (most preferablybefore April15). Inthe event ofcancellation of the visit, total money will be refunded except the first night deposit. Such refund request

must reach us before April 30.Those booked through us for staying in the hotels mentioned below would be provided transport facilities every day

without any extra charge at designated schedules.

Note: All the listed hotels have buffet breakfast and wi-fi internet connection and are not charged separately.

**** Four Star Deluxe Traders Hotel (Shangri-La Group)Traders Hotel brings the renowned Shangri-La hospitality to our SSEASR guests from the world over. Itoverlooks the picturesque Manila Bay and its splendid sunsets.

High speed Wi-Fi connectivity in the room; Gym, Swimming pool and Bar; 40" LCD TV; In-room Coffee/tea making facility, and bathtub,

24-hour room service Interactive cable television with In-house movie channels, Full-size executive writing desk, Individuallycontrolled air-conditioning, Minibar and refrigerator, Non-smoking floors, Shoeshine service, Baby-sitting / child care, IT butler,Parcel, postal and courier services, In-room massage, In-house florist, Medical clinic and Facilities for the Physically Challenged guest.

ROOM CATEGORYRoom rate

Single Double/Twinshare

Deluxe US$120 US$135

Executive Suite ( only 10) US$150 US$170

All 22.8 % taxes are already added


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*** Three Star Deluxe City Garden Suites HotelWi-Fi connectivity in the room & hotel wide; Mini fitness Gym; Daily newspaper; Cable TV/ 32" LCD TV

In-room Coffee/tea making facility Hot & cold shower /Rooms with bathtub

ROOM CATEGORYRoom rate

Single Double/Twinshare

Superior US$60 US$70

Deluxe US$70 US$80

Suite(only 3 suites) US$90 US$100

All 22.8 % taxes are already addedCONFERENCE TOURS

Pre-Conference Tour:PAHIYAS FESTIVAL OF COLOURS, CULTURE AND CONGREGATIONCost per head: USD 50 (covering transportation, refreshments, mineral water and lunch)Date: May 15, 2013 (Wednesday)Departure time: 6:00 A.M.

Pahiyas Festival is celebrated by people in Lucban, Quezon give thanks to San Isidro Labrador, the PatronSaint of farmers, for a good harvest. Houses are elaborately decorated with brightly coloured rice wafer, calledkiping, a type of rice dough made from a traditional recipe. Fruits, grain, vegetables, and woven palm hats are

used as decorations. In the Afternoon, San Isidro Labrador's image is carried across town in a procession to

assure farmers of more bountiful harvests in forthcoming seasons. Pahiyas began during the Spanish era when

Spaniards introduced the patron saint of farmers, San Isidro Labrador, to the people of Lucban. Filipinos then

honored San Isidro on his feast day, May 15, by bringing their harvests to church to be blessed by a priest.

Eventually, the tradition turned into a house decorating contest with harvested crops and the leaf-shaped ricewafer kiping, giving birth to the Pahiyas that is known today. Dont miss this golden chance to watch it and

merge into!!

Pahiyas Parade Girls Fruits, Flowers and Vegetables!


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Buffalo and the cart Bahiyas Decoration

Decorated Houses with Agricultural products

Post-Conference Tour:

CEBU-BOHOL BEACHN ISLAND ECSTASYThree day Two nights (May 20-22, 2013)

Departure time: morning 08:00 Return Manila Airport between 14:00-15:00Cost: US$ 430

(Inclusive of both way airfare, Beach Resort in twinshare accommodation, meals, entry tickets, ferry/surface transport)

Cebu City was the original capital of the Spanish East Indies. Later they moved the capital to Manila. Metro Cebuis well equipped for tourism: There are beautiful white beaches on the coast, hotels, restaurants and resorts to

suit any wallet, historic landmarks, bars and discos, cinemas and theaters, and everything else you need for

your holiday. Fort San Pedro was a triangular fort, originally built by Spanish conquistador Miguel Lpez de

Legazpi in the 16th century, to protect the first Spanish settlement in the Philippines. Heritage of Cebu monument

St. Catherines Church Bell Church


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Loboc River Cruise Philippine Tarsier Bohol Turtle

Chocolate Hills

Museo Sugbo Fort San Pedro Santo Nio Basilica

is another interesting place which highlights Cebuano history and heritage, such as the first Catholic baptism,

the battle of Mactan (in which Ferdinand Magellan was killed), the major churches of Cebu, a Spanish galleon,and a Catholic mass. St. Catherines Church is a picturesque location. Santo Nio Basilica is church which wasbuilt in the 18th century, at the spot of an earlier, 16th century, church, and elevated to the rank of minor

basilica by Pope Paul VI.Inside the church is a museum devoted to the history of Christianity in Cebu.

To be visited by a cruise, Bohol is most famous for its photogenic Chocolate Hills that get their brown colorduring the dry season when the grass covering the hills dries up. Over thousand (1776 to be exact) of evenlyshaped cones turn into chocolate brown every year and make for great scenery for your photography skills. The

waters surrounding Bohol harbour a large diversity of sea life and largely untouched coral reefs. Tarsiers, one

of the World's smallest primates, inhabit the island of Bohol.

5th SSEASR Conference SecretariatTelefax: +632-7313038

e-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]: www.sseasr.org

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