RiverBend GROWTH ASSOCIATION OFFERING TRIP TO CHINA FOR AREA BUSINESS LEADERS AND RESIDENTS:  Pre-Tour Briefing to Be Held on June 21
 
GODFREY, ILL., June 4 2010 . . . Have you ever dreamed of climbing the Great Wall of China or visiting the Lingyin Temple to see the 64.3-foot-high camphor-wood carved Buddha?  Join a group of business leaders and area residents October 3-11, 2010 for an adventure of a lifetime and learn about the lifestyle and business culture of China.
The RiverBend Growth Association is offering a group rate of $1,999 per person, available to Growth Association members and non-members, for an exciting 9-day all-inclusive trip to experience the wonders of China.
Trip includes:
·         Round trip international airfare from Los Angeles (LAX)
·         Four- and five-star hotel accommodations (7 nights)
·         Three meal per day
·         All in-country transportation
·         English-speaking tour guides
·         Entrance fees to tourist attractions
Those interested in attending are encouraged to attend a pre-tour briefing on June 21, 2010 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Alton.  A questions and answers session will be administered by a tour operator that has had 29 years of experience in the China tour business.
Monica Bristow, president of the RiverBend Growth Association, recently returned from a similar trip to China as part of an economic development program.  She says, “Visiting China is truly an opportunity of a lifetime and was a wonderful way to learn more about the economic and social cultures of this ancient country.  The 9-day tour we have planned in October is packed with educational and cultural opportunities made available by our English-speaking tour guide who will help everyone in having a remarkable experience.”
Space is limited so those interested in taking advantage of this great value are encouraged to call the RiverBend Growth Association at (618) 467-2280 today to make a reservation.  More information is available at www.growthassociation.com Email inquiries may be sent to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
A non-refundable deposit of $250 per person is required and due at the time of registration (by June 30th). This will be deducted from the total tour fare, the balance of which will be due before August 1, 2010. After August 1, no new bookings or changes to bookings will be allowed. Any cancellation will incur a $500 loss.