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East Carolina University |
           College of Business (Second summer session)

Prague, Czech Republic & Krakow, Poland
                   July 2022

   Doing Business in Czech Republic and Poland
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Itinerary
                East Carolina University, Prague & Krakow
                                       July 17 - July 27, 2022

  Sun, Jul 17, 2022   Dobrý den, Praho!                                                                           day 1

                      arrive in Praha
                                                                                                            own arrangement
                      meet ISP Program Manager at the airport

                      transfer to hotel, freshen up                                                            bus transfer

                      lunch: own arrangements

                      meet in hotel lobby, depart for cultural immersion                                   public transport/walk

                      cultural event: ultimate Czech immersion
                      Get ready for the unscripted, predictable, and unpredictable situations. The
                      objective of the cultural immersion is to expedite the basic language acquisition
     afternoon        in a context that simulates realistic scenarios they might encounter when
                      interacting with communities in which the target language is spoken. Solve daily
                      tasks in your mini team and master your pantomime skills while having fun and
                      getting to know the Czech culture!

     afternoon        check-in

                      meet in hotel lobby, depart for welcome dinner                                       public transport/walk

                      orientation talk: orientation talk
                      by ISP program manager and ECU faculty leader
   early evening      Get familiar with the upcoming schedule and activities, uncover the secret                restaurant
                      ingredients for a successful trip, and learn some useful tips from where to take
                      the best selfies to what’s happening in the city.

                      welcome dinner the Czech style
                      It is very well known that traditional Czech meals consist of meat, bread, and
      evening                                                                                                   restaurant
                      beer, but where did this hearty fare originate from? Let’s take a look. Your taste
                      buds right in the pounding heart of historical Prague.

 Mon, Jul 18, 2022    czech out heart of Europe!                                                                  day 2

                      breakfast                                                                                   hotel

                      meet in hotel lobby, depart for meeting                                              public transport/walk
Prague, Czech Republic & Krakow, Poland - July 2022 - East Carolina University | College of Business (Second summer session) - College of ...
visit: understanding the region - specific business environment and US-CR
                    relations
                    e.g. US Embassy Prague
                    Take an opportunity to learn about the Czech Republic 30 years after the Velvet
    morning         Revolution, did Czechs address the communist past and learn from past
                    mistakes? Learn about current challenges for Czechia and about what does the
                    future hold, understand the region-specific business and environment and US-CR
                    relations.
                    presentation, discussion

                    lunch: own arrangements

                    cultural event: the best way to discover Prague is on foot
                    Discover the magical capital of the Czech Republic, walk through its fairy-tale
   afternoon
                    small lanes and see its major landmarks including Old Town Square and its
                    astronomical clock, Wenceslas Square, and the Charles Bridge.

                    rest of the day at leisure

                    optional cultural event: paddle boating on the Vltava River
                    Enjoy the views of Prague during "golden hour" from the water. Experience the
 early evening      local architecture from a different angle as you gently paddle past the                 sts pay individually
                    picturesque islands and banks of the Vltava River while having fun with your
                    peers, paddle boating, falling, and getting back up - isn't that what life is about?

Tue, Jul 19, 2022   a window to the future                                                                         day 3

                    breakfast                                                                                      hotel

                    meet in hotel lobby, depart for visit                                                  public transport/walk

                    visit: the vital role of digital marketing & social media in modern advertising
                    e.g. Wunderman Thompson
                    Marketing has experienced a massive change over the past couple of years - in
                    fact, since the introduction of social media. Learn how agencies within the field
    morning
                    had to adapt their activities to remain competitive and to keep attracting a
                    customer. You will also analyze some of their past case studies and discuss what
                    impact they had and how they might be done differently advertised these days.
                    management presentation, case study, discussion

                    lunch: own arrangements

                    rest of the day at leisure

                    optional cultural event: Invisible Exhibition
                    Imagine that all the lights have gone out - the Invisible Exhibition in Prague is a
   afternoon                                                                                                sts pay individually
                    unique interactive journey to an invisible world, where in total darkness you find
                    your way out only by touch, sounds, and scent.
ISPer's recommendation: Kino Pilotu
                    Kino Pilotu is a magical independent movie theatre where they show a selection
                    of Czech and international films in two comfortable screening rooms. There is a
                    very beautiful and scenic bar located right next door where you can discuss the
                    movies or meet Prague based expats who frequently gather there.

Wed, Jul 20, 2022   food for thought - literally                                                                 day 4

                    breakfast                                                                                    hotel

                    meet in hotel lobby, depart for visit                                                 public transport/walk

                    volunteering experience: mobilizing community to reduce food waste e.g.
                    Zachran jidlo!
                    Be part of the movement toward sustainable food and fuel systems by learning
    morning         more about the Save the food (Zachran jidlo) initiative in Prague. Get inspired
                    and gain hands-on experience. Explore the power of entrepreneurs and markets
                    that affect positive change.
                    management presentation, volunteering, brainstorming session

                    lunch: own arrangements

                    cultural event: the life behind the Iron curtain tour
                    How about taking a walk through some of the most significant sites associated
                    with Prague's communist history? Visit the Nuclear Bunker and discover what
   afternoon                                                                                                      walk
                    life was like in communist Czechoslovakia. You will learn more about the Prague
                    Spring and subsequent Soviet invasion, and the gentle but steady Velvet
                    Revolution.

                    rest of the day at leisure

                    ISPer's recommendation: Jidelna Kucharek bez domova
                    "Jako doma" or "Homelike" is a Czech NGO focused on homelessness in Prague,
                    founder of social business restaurant called "Jidelna kucharek bez domova",
                    place where local female homeless cook delicious, healthy meals for affordable
                    prices. Definitely a place not known to tourists, place to truly immerse into Czech
                    culture.

Thu, Jul 21, 2022   beyond banking                                                                               day 5

                    breakfast                                                                                    hotel

                    meet in hotel lobby, depart for visit                                                 public transport/walk
visit: innovation & technology for modern banking: shaking up the industry e.g.
                    ČSOB - Československá obchodní banka, a. s.
                    The Czech banking sector is one of the most innovative in Central Europe. CSOB
                    is one of the biggest banks offering universal services to its clients, and with
                    more than a million customers it is the third-biggest taxpayer in the Czech
    morning
                    Republic. Despite all the success and the extensive portfolio of CSR activities,
                    there is still an ongoing struggle with positive brand awareness, especially
                    among young clients. Learn more about CSOB's activities in this field and discuss
                    new possible ways to create a positive impression of CSOB in the minds of young
                    customers. management presentation, discussion

                    lunch: own arrangements

                    rest of the day at leisure

                    optional cultural event: go Hunting for Art Installations
   afternoon        Make your walk through the city a scavenger hunt! The whole group can look for       sts pay individually
                    Prague’s intriguing art installations and sculptures.

Fri, Jul 22, 2022   Czech is NANO                                                                               day 6

                    breakfast                                                                                   hotel

                    meet in hotel lobby, depart for visit                                               public transport/walk

                    visit: small country, but a big power in nanotechnology
                    e.g. Nanotechnia Czech Nanotechnology Industries Association
                    Based on a handful of pioneering patents in nanotechnology, the Czech
    morning         Republic is now a regional leader in Nano applications and technology and up
                    there with the best in Europe. Learn about the broad range of activities and
                    applications of nanotechnology and how they are positively impacting the
                    world. management presentation, discussion, tour of premises

                    lunch: own arrangements

                    free to relax & explore the city

                    optional cultural event: Prague culinary tour
                    Try some of the best and unique Czech dishes, local hams and sausages, amazing
    evening                                                                                              sts pay individually
                    soups, and famous "knedlíky". Let us show you how to eat, drink, talk, think, and
                    - most importantly - laugh like a Czech.

Sat, Jul 23, 2022   discovering the fairy-tale country                                                          day 7

                    breakfast                                                                                   hotel

                    free day to relax & explore the city
optional cultural event: full day trip to picturesque Telč
                    It is well known that the smallest destinations can be the most impressive. The
                    Czech Republic is home to fascinating history and culture and so is Telč. Given
                                                                                                          sts pay individually
                    that the historic center of Telč is registered as a UNESCO heritage site, with one
                    colorful facade after another, they form a wall of ever-changing design and
                    create one of the prettiest old towns you’re likely to see.

                    optional cultural event: half-day trip to Karlštejn Castle and surrounding areas
                    Along with experiencing the grandeur of the castle itself, there is a whole
                    network of trails just beyond, waiting to be hiked. The most notable viewpoint is     sts pay individually
                    at the top of a cliff looking down on Svaty Jan Pod Skalou – a teeny town with an
                    impressive monastery surrounded by sheer cliff walls and endless forests.

Sun, Jul 24, 2022   we're ready for you, Poland!                                                                 day 8

                    breakfast                                                                                    hotel

                    meet in hotel lobby, check-out, load luggage onto the bus                                bus transfer

 early morning      transfer to Brno (duration approx. 2 hours and 30 minutes)                               bus transfer

                    cultural event: Starobrno Brewery tour
  late morning      Visit Moravia's most famous brewery and learn how this key Czech export is
                    made - tasting is included!

                    group lunch at the brewery                                                           brewery/restaurant

   afternoon        transfer to Krakow (duration approx. 4 hours)                                            bus transfer

                    arrive in Krakow, check-in                                                                   hotel

                    rest of the day at leisure

                    optional cultural event: crazy communism Trabant tour of Krakow Travel back
                    in time and experience life under communism, ride in a classic, communist-era
   afternoon        car with amusing guides in outfits from the era, visit a typical communist            sts pay individually
                    apartment and learn about the history and vast efforts of the regime to control
                    life in Krakow.

Mon, Jul 25, 2022   Poland at its best                                                                           day 9

                    breakfast                                                                                    hotel

                    meet in hotel lobby, depart for visit                                                public transport/walk
visit: Poland as a European champion of outsourced and offshored business
            services
            e.g. State Street
            Let's take a closer look at Poland's position within the region & the EU: rising and
morning     shining or trouble on the horizon? Poland is one of the world’s leaders in the
            business-services sector, especially as a destination for outsourced or offshored
            business services (O&O). The expansion of this sector in Poland has outpaced the
            rest of Central Europe and grew three times faster than in India.
            management presentation, discussion

            lunch: own arrangements

            rest of the day at leisure

            optional cultural event: Wieliczka salt mines
afternoon   Take a breathtaking underground tour of one of the world's oldest operating salt       sts pay individually
            mines and see its various altars, statues and works of art carved out of salt.
the only constant is change - how do Eastern Europeans
 Tue, Jul 26, 2022                                                                                             day 10
                     adapt?
                     breakfast                                                                                 hotel

                     meet in hotel lobby, depart for visit                                              public transport/walk

                     visit: building the knowledge economy e.g.
                     Brainly.com
                     What started as an experiment in education delivery is now being
     morning         transformed by a new breed of technology entrepreneurs. Let's discuss the
                     way how to equalize access to education worldwide. Meet Brainly - company
                     with 200M users that changes the way pupils study all around the globe.
                     management presentation, discussion

                     lunch: own arrangements

    afternoon        free for sightseeing & shopping

                     ISPer's recommendation: Shindler's factory museum
                     Krakow’s fabled Oskar Schindler's Factory of enameled vessels ‘Emalia’ has been
                     turned into a modern museum devoted to the wartime experiences in Krakow
                     under the five-year Nazi occupation during the World War II. A true must-see for
                     everyone even slightly interested in history.

                     meet in hotel lobby, depart for farewell dinner                                    public transport/walk

                     farewell dinner
     evening         Enjoy your last dinner of the trip in Krakow and soak in the city's atmosphere          restaurant
                     while tasting traditional polish dishes.

 Wed, Jul 27, 2022   Na shledanou, Evropo!                                                                     day 11

                     breakfast                                                                                 hotel

     morning         check out, transfer to the airport                                                     bus transfer

                     depart for US                                                                       own arrangements

Pricing
$4110 ($1000 scholarships available to COB students)
Airfare NOT included
Accommodation
     •   Twin rooms for the students
     •   Single room for an odd student
     •   Single room for faculty member/administrator**
     •   Breakfast each day
     •   Internet
     •   City taxes

Single Room Supplement for this proposal: USD 645 per person per entire stay

**Upgraded rooms for faculty members/administrators are not guaranteed, are based on availability and
may be subject to additional charge.

Proposed Hotels:
*The hotels below are examples only, ISP guarantees the star rating, quality and location for the program.

Prague

Hotel Ibis Praha Mala Strana 3*
www.all.accor.com/ibis/prague

Krakow

ibis Krakow Centrum Hotel 3*
www.all.accor.com/ibis/krakow
Services included
Services not included in the quoted price

    o       Visa o Travel insurance
    o       Hotel extras not included in the standard room rate (telephone, laundry,
            meals, minibar, etc.)
    o       Meals not included in the itinerary
    o       Optional activities covered by individuals
    o       Guaranteed early check-in before 3pm
    o       International flight tickets to and from your point of departure in your home
            country

                    Additional Benefits & Resources Included

                                        Your safety is key

        •     We are here to help anytime with 24/7 assistance during the entire program
        •     Proven emergency protocols in place
        •     Every program is taken care of by an ISP representative who is regularly trained
              with up to date first-aid and crisis management
        •     We possess worldwide liability insurance of up to $10 million and can provide
              individual medical and health insurance coverage when applicable
        •     All Vendors, including hotels, are strictly vetted for insurance and local
              regulation compliance

                                    Organization and logistics
   Our Travel Zone registration platform is at your disposal for all programs with features
                                                                                 including:
        •     An online shop to purchase additional services
        •     Submitting special dietary requirements and health conditions
        •     Roommate selection options
        •     Automated follow-up emails to students who have not yet provided required
              information
When you are on-the-ground we will provide:
A comprehensive Pocket Guide App with the following features for ease of your trip.
•   A trip itinerary to remain organized
•   Emergency contacts for your peace of mind
•   Hotel information and details at your disposal
•   Speakers’ profiles to keep you in the know
•   Meal menus so you can plan in advance with any special requests
•   Places to visit/recommendations to make the most of your program
•   Post-trip evaluations to let us know how we are doing.
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