Travel Opportunities Abound in Rotary
I wanted to take this opportunity to share some exciting opportunities available to you as Rotarians to get out and meet new people, travel to distant lands, and engage others.
First of all, I spoke with Jennifer Soma and there is still room for one more single or a couple for the Rotary Friendship Exchange to Denmark this July, but it is going to close sometime the first week of April so act fast and call Jen at 507-230-0323 if you have any interest.
Thanks to Ginger, last fall our club hosted visitors from Sweden and by simply attending dinner with them one evening I not only learned a lot about Sweden but more importantly learned about common everyday Swedish people and their careers and lives. This September we will again get this opportunity to host Rotarians from abroad, this time from Australia. I am confident they will be fun and interesting as well. I would encourage you to participate in the events we will have planned for them and to consider hosting a single or a couple in your home. What a great way to meet new people and learn about another country.
Also, this fall Pat Sutliff is putting together a Rotary Friendship Exchange to India. What an amazing opportunity to travel affordably and safely to a place most Americans have never been and learn about the country that just overtook China earlier this year to become the world’s country by population. A country with huge aspirations and economic potential, not to mention a unique culture.
Finally next spring, in May 2024, our district 5610 is offering an African Safari and trip to the School of St. Jude’s in Tanzania, Africa. Our very own Gregg Jongeling will tell you that you will not find a more enriching or affordable trip to sub-Saharan Africa than this. I am told the safari guide is top notch!
Please consider taking advantage of one of these amazing and affordable opportunities brought to you courtesy of Rotary International.
Erich Olson