INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF CONTACT LENS SPECIALISTS

47TH CONGRESS SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA

16th - 20TH May 2020

PARTNERS PROGRAMME POST-CONGRESS TOUR DETAILS

& MENUS

“The International Society of Contact Lens Specialists is a non-profit organisation comprised of distinguished

contact lens practitioners and educators. The ISCLS is dedicated to offering professional education to its members

and provides expert consultation, facilitates scientific research and advocates quality contact lens care.”

Nigel Burnett Hodd Congress Organiser London W1W 5DY 15th September 2019 Dear Congress Attendees, Welcome to the 47th Congress set in Seoul, South Korea. Situated along the Han River, Seoul forms the heart of South Korea with a two-thousand-year history. The Congress team has put together an exciting social programme to compliment the educational programme assembled by the Education Committee. For the adventurous (partners only), or those who are curious about Buddhism, don’t miss the optional, overnight temple stay Saturday evening! As always, delegates and their partners will have separate programmes during the 2 ½ days of original presentations that are the hallmark of ISCLS. David Egar (Mindy Toabe’s husband) will look after everyone on the social tours. I will head up the lecture hall requirements and, of course, Lorie, our Education Chairman, and Damon, our President, will manage the lectures! The AGM for members on Sunday is early in the day so please be on time. Please do enjoy your time with us and meet some exciting people. Yours sincerely, Nigel Burnett Hodd Congress Organiser

PARTNERS PROGRAMME 15th – 18TH May 2020 SUBJECT TO CHANGE PRIOR TO PROGRAMME

Friday 15th May 2020 15:00 Lotte Hotel Check-In. Early check-in not possible as per Korean custom

(Koreans are very inflexible in this regard, but try anyways if you arrive early) 15:00 – 18:00 Congress Registration Lotte Hotel Carlton Suite 36F 19:00 – 21:00 Welcome Reception Lotte Hotel Bellevue Suite 36F

● Limited Wine/Beer Provided ● Cash Bar Available ● Dress – Smart casual

Saturday 16th May 2020 07:45 Congress Opening Ceremony Lotte Hotel Belle-Vue Suite 36F

Please attend the opening ceremony as we welcome Delegates and Partners and provide updated information

7:00 – 10:00 Breakfast Lotte Hotel Garnet Suite 37F 10:45 Gather in Lotte Hotel Reception to Board Bus

Dress – rainwear and comfortable walking shoes 11:10 – 12:00 Insadong Antique Alley (15-minute bus ride)

● Insadong is a popular neighbourhood to experience traditional Korean culture. The streets and narrow back alleys are lined with art galleries, wooden tea houses, restaurants, cafes, and small shops selling arts and crafts

● Easy to moderate walking 12:10 – 13:30 Lunch Gwangjang Traditional Market (15-minute bus ride)

● Though known as a market for clothes, for those in-the-know, this market is actually a foodie’s dream. Gwangjang offers a cornucopia of cheap, traditional Korean snacks and “street foods.” For lunch, we will savor a variety of Mandu (dumplings) and Bindae-tteok (giant mung-bean pancakes)

● Easy walking in crowded market with narrow walkways Optional Program 13:30 (to Sun 10:00)

Partners Only Optional 1 Night Bongeunsa Temple-Stay Program – See Attached Info Sheet Stay overnight in a 1,200-year-old Buddhist temple and experience a monk’s way of life. Bongeunsa is a practicing temple at the forefront of a revival of Korean Buddhism. The temple “welcomes all who have come to discover their ‘true self,” regardless of differences in nationality, world view, age, or gender.” If you booked the overnight temple stay transportation will be provided to the Temple for the program which begins at 14:00. See attached info sheet.

13:50 – 14:50 Bukchon Hanok Village (20-minute bus ride) ● The last remaining area for traditional homes in Seoul, called hanok, that date

back to the Joseon Dynasty ● Moderate walking with some steep hills on paved streets

16:00 Return to Lotte Hotel 18:00 Gather in Lotte Hotel Reception to Board Bus 18:00 – 21:00 ● Dinner Goindol Korean Barbecue (20-minute bus ride)

● Enjoy Korea’s traditional barbecue cooked at your table. The adventurous can try Korea’s famous Soju Bomb (soju shot dropped into a beer glass)!

● Dress Casual. Like outdoor camping, the smell of Korean Barbecue may linger on clothes

Sunday 17th May 2020 7:00 – 10:00 Breakfast Garnet Suite 37F 09:45 Gather in Lotte Hotel Reception to Board Bus

Dress – rainwear and comfortable walking shoes 10:00 Partners Only Optional 1 Night Bongeunsa Temple-Stay Program – Transport

to Changdeokgung Palace Secret Garden (or hotel with advance notice or via taxi)

10:30 – 12:10 Changdeokgung Palace Secret Garden (15-minute bus ride) ● Located in Changdeokgung Palace from the Joseon Dynasty, the secret

garden was constructed during the reign of King Taejong. The royal family used the garden as a place of rest since the reign of King Taejong (1400 to 1418) to contemplate life, write poems and hold banquets. The garden was also used as an archery range and as the location of military drills. The garden was kept as natural as possible and was touched by human hands only when absolutely necessary

● Moderate walking 12:10 – 13:30 Lunch Local Restaurant – Ginseng Chicken Soup

Samgye-tang or ginseng chicken soup consists of chicken with garlic, rice, jujube, and ginseng. Samgye-tang is a Korean traditional soup for “body health” served during the Summer

13:45 – 15:15 Deoksugung Palace (15-minute bus ride) ● One of Seoul's five grand palaces built during the Joseon dynasty,

Deoksugung (meaning Palace of Virtuous Longevity) first served as a palace in 1593 and is a fascinating mix of traditional Korean and western-style neoclassical structures. We will participate in the entertaining changing of the guard ceremony at 14:00

● Limited walking on even, paved surfaces Note: Free Hanbok (Korean dress for semi-formal or formal attire during traditional occasions) are provided at the temple

15:30 Return to Hotel 19:00 ISCLS Reception Lotte Hotel Garnett Suite 37F 19:30 Banquet/Congress Dinner Lotte Hotel Garnett Suite 37F

Dress – Smart / Cocktail Dresses (NOT BLACK TIE)

POST CONGRESS TOUR 18TH – 21TH MAY 2020

Monday 18th May 2020 7:00 – 10:00 Breakfast Garnet Suite 37F 7:00 – 13:00 Free Time 12:30 Pick Up Lunch Box Lotte Hotel Belle-Vu Suite 36F

Dress – rainwear and comfortable walking shoes 13:00 – 13:20 Speaker on Korean History (and eat box lunch) Belle-Vu Suite 36F 13:30 Gather in Hotel Reception to Board Bus to Board Bus 14:00 – 15:30 Gyeongbokgung Palace (Changing of the Guard at 14:00)

Gyeongbokgung Palace is one of the most iconic sights in all of Korea thanks to its long and storied history. Construction on Gyeongbokgung Palace was completed in 1395 at the beginning of the Joseon Dynasty during the reign of King Taejo. Gyeongbokgung, which means “palace greatly blessed by Heaven,” was built in the heart of Seoul surrounded by Mount Bugaksan and Mount Namsan

16:00 – 15:00 National Museum of Korea The National Museum of Korea is the flagship museum of Korean history and art in South Korea and is the cultural organization that represents Korea. Tour will include the Ten-story Stone Pagoda of Gyeongcheonsa Temple and the Sculpture and Crafts section (3F) which displays many of the world's finest specimens of Buddhist sculpture, metal arts, and ceramics

17:20 – 18:30 N Seoul Tower (Observatory) No landmark in Seoul is more iconic than the N Seoul Tower! Also sometimes known as Namsan Seoul Tower, it’s located at the top of Mt. Namsan and offers an incredible panoramic view of the entire Seoul. Due to its popularity, it’s also a popular spot amongst locals, especially lovebirds!

18:50 – 20:30 Chang go 43 Korean Barbecue Chang go 43 is a high class, high end Korea BBQ restaurant offering succulent and delicious tenderloin and sirloin beef

20:30 Return to Hotel 15 minute Walk to hotel (on Seoul City streets)

Tuesday 19th May 2020 06:00 – 07:40 Breakfast Lotte Hotel La Seine Restaurant – 1st Floor 07:40 Gather in Hotel Reception to Board Bus

● BRING YOUR PASSPORT! ● Dress – rainwear and comfortable walking shoes

07:50 – 09:10 Hotel to Imjingak 45-55 minute bus ride 09:10-09:50 Imjingak & Freedom Bridge

Imjingak is dedicated to the 10 million South Koreans separated from their families when the peninsula was divided postwar. The Freedom Bridge is located here connecting North and South, where 13,000 POWs were exchanged in 1953.

10:00-13:30 The 3rd Tunnel, DMZ Theater, Dorasan Observatary, Dorasan Station, Tongilchon ● The 3rd Tunnel: Only 44 km from Seoul, the incomplete tunnel was

discovered in October 1978 following the detection of an underground explosion in June 1978, apparently caused by the tunnellers who had progressed 435 meters (1,427 feet) under the south side of the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). The incomplete tunnel is 1,635 meters (1.0 mile). It runs through bedrock at a depth of about 73 m (240 ft) below ground. It was designed for a surprise attack on Seoul from North Korea, and could accommodate 30,000 men per hour along with light weaponry. Upon discovery of the third tunnel, the UN accused North Korea of threatening the 1953 Korean Armistice Agreement signed at the end of the Korean War. Its description as a "tunnel of aggression" was given by South Korea, who considered it an act of aggression on the part of North Korea

● DMZ Theater and Exhibition Hall. Watch a video which explains about the 3rd tunnel and other tunnels as well as history of the division of Korea

● Dora Observatory is on the South Korean side of the 38th parallel. Situated on top of Dorasan (Mount Dora) in Paju, the observatory provides scenic views across the Demilitarized Zone. You can see the North Korean propaganda village situated in the DMZ, and can also see the city of Kaesong. Dorasan Station is designed to be the station that connects the railroads of the South and North one day in the future

13:50-15:00 Lunch Pameo Seu Table Italian Restaurant 15:00-16:00 Back to Hotel 45 – 55 minute bus ride 16:00 – 22:00 Free Night for Dinner/Shopping/Nightlife

1.Lotte Dept Store: Try the very special food court in the basement of the department store. You do not want to miss this experience! Alternatively, try the formal restaurants on the top two floors

2.Myeongdong is not only Seoul's shopping mecca, it is also a street food paradise for food lovers. The pedestrian-friendly streets are lined with rows of fabulous Korean street food. CASH ONLY – KOREAN WON

3.Concierge: Ask the concierge if you prefer an off-site experience

Wednesday 20th May 2020 06:00 – 10:00 Breakfast Lotte Hotel La Seine Restaurant – 1st Floor 09:45 Gather in Hotel Reception to Board Bus

Dress – rainwear and comfortable walking shoes 10:10 – 12:00 Korea Furniture Museum

Despite its unassuming title, the Korea Furniture Museum is surprisingly stunning and notoriously exclusive. Some 500 pieces of furniture of the 2,500-piece collection are on show at the Korea Furniture Museum.Display rooms categorized by type and era of the furniture are on the basement levels, while the ground floor expo explains how the furniture was placed in its original settings within a hanok. One of the most quietly stunning areas of the museum is the "women's quarters," which open out to a wonderful view of the city and is furnished with the furniture used by the director's mother during her lifetime

12:00 – 13:00 Lunch Local Restaurant – Bibimbap Bibimbap is probably one of the most well-known and beloved Korean dishes to many people. Bibimbap simply translates to “mixed rice with meat and assorted vegetables”

13:20-14:00 Jogyesa Temple This beautiful, colorful temple is the center of Zen Buddhism in Korea. Equally lovely is the courtyard, which is filled with vibrant lanterns and trees more than 500 years old

14:10-14:30 Cheongwadae Palace (Get off & take a photo with background of Presidential house) Cheongwadae, also known as the Blue House, is the Korean presidential residence

14:45 – 16:30 Namsangol Hanok Village Namsangol Hanok Village is a collection of five hanok (traditional Korean houses) from the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910), recovered from different parts of the city and relocated to the northern foot of Namsan Mountain. The interiors of each of these five houses reflect owners from different walks of life, from the middle class to high government officials, noblemen and aristocrats. Special activities await us at Namsangol Hanok Village

16:30 – 18:30 Back to Hotel - Rest 18:30 Meet in Hotel Lobby

10 Minute Walk to Restaurant 18:45 – 20:30 Sagye Jin mi Restaurant – Dak Galbi

● Dak-galbi, or stir-fried chicken, is a popular Korean dish made by stir-frying marinated diced chicken in a gochujang-based sauce with sweet potatoes, cabbage, perilla leaves, scallions, tteok, and other ingredients. In korean, galbi means rib. But Dak-galbi is not actually chicken's rib

● Walk back to Hotel Thursday 21st May 2020 06:00 – 10:00 Breakfast Lotte Hotel La Seine Restaurant – 1st Floor 11:00 Check-Out

OPTIONAL ACTIVITY

BONGEUNSA TEMPLE STAY Stay overnight in a 1,200-year-old Buddhist temple and experience a monk’s way of life. Bongeunsa is a practicing temple at the forefront of a revival of Korean Buddhism. The temple “welcomes all who have come to discover their ‘true self,” regardless of differences in nationality, world view, age, or gender.” Note: In terms of comfort, this is considered an “austere” program. Bongeunsa Temple Stay requires a $35 additional fee. Visit here for more information: https://eng.templestay.com/reserv_temple.aspx?ProgramId=2339 Saturday Time Description

14:00 – 14:30 Opening Learning temple etiquette / Assign rooms / Wear a uniform

14:30 – 15:40 Temple Tour Learn about Korean Buddhism and culture which has been blooming over the past 1700 years since Buddhism was first introduced to Korea. View various Buddhist cultural properties that contain the teachings of the Buddha

15:40 – 16:20 Da-Seon (Tea Ceremony) The tea ceremony is a meditation to practice mindfulness and concentration through brewing and drinking tea. Tea and meditation are the same, that is why it is said Da-Seon-il-mil. When you drink tea, your five senses work at the same time. Your eyes see the color, ears hear the sound of water, nose smells the fragrance, the tongue tastes the flavor of the tea and your hands feel the warmth of the cup

16:20 – 16:50 Sagyeong (Copying Sutras) Sagyeong is a Buddhist practice to copy sutras word by word by hand. After finishing copying the sutra, you will learn the truth of Buddha’s teachings

16:50 – 17:30 Monastic Meal

17:40 – 18:20 Watching Sunim's playng Dharma instrument / Evening yebul service

18:30 – 19:30 108 Prostrations The practice of Buddhism is “by lowering myself.” Bowing is to take refuge in The Three Jewels (the Buddha, the Dharma and the Sanga), respect for others, and keep a humble mind in Buddhism. 108 defilements represent the worldly sufferings. One bow purifies one defilement

20:00 – 21:00 Yoga

21:00 – 21:30 Break out

21:30 – 04:00 Lights Out

Sunday

03:50 – 04:20 Wake Up

04:30 – 05:00 Morning yebul service

05:00 – 06:00 Cham-Seon Meditation Seon meditation is to cut off all thoughts. Through Cham-Seon, you can learn mindfulness and concentration. Cham-Seon is the important method of Korean Buddhist practice. We hope you look for your true nature with concentration and observation through learning the basic of Cham-Seon at the head temple of Seon sect, Bongeunsa.

06:00 – 08:00 Monastic meal and Break time

08:30 – 09:30 Survey & group photo & Clean up a Meditation room together

MENUS

WELCOME DINNER 19:00 – 21:00

FRIDAY 15th MAY 2019

BELLEVUE SUITE 36F

Cold plater Smoked salmon with condiments 훈제연어와 콘디멘트

Marinated scallops 절인 가리비 Halibut and lentil 가자미와 렌틸 Assorted charcuteries 사퀘테리

Marinade herb and shrimp salad 허브향의 새우 샐러드 Tomato and bocconcini cheese salad 토마토와 보코치니 치즈 샐러드

Tabbouleh salad with dried nuts 견과류와 타볼레 샐러드 Green salad 그린 샐러드

Two kinds of kimchi 김치 2종

Hot food Baked cod with chili paste 대구 고추장 구이

Chicken teriyaki 데리야끼 소스의 닭고기 구이 Seafood gratin 해산물 그라탕

Braised beef short ribs with soy sauce 한방 갈비찜 Mapa tofu 마파 두부

Fried rice with vegetables 야채볶음밥 * White Rice 흰밥 Chef’s special soup 주방장 특선 수프

Chef’s station

Roasted rib-eye 즉석 등심구이

Dessert Assorted cookies 다양한쿠키

Assorted pastries 다양한 패스츄리 Cheese cake 치즈케이크

Coconut mousse 코코넛 무스 Chocolate tart 초콜릿 타르트

Seasonal fruits 계절과일

Coffee or tea 커피 또는 차

Alcoholic Beverages Included: Red Wine, White Wine, Beer Cash Bar Available

Breakfast

16TH – 18TH MAY 2019

(Saturday, Sunday, Monday) 7:00 – 10:00

GARNET SUITE 37F

COLD FARE 찬 요리 3 kinds of juice & milk 3가지 종류의 신선한 주스와 우유

Assorted cereal with assorted nuts 여러가지 모듬 시리얼과 너트 Yogurt 신선한 요거트

Assorted morning bread 여러가지 모듬 빵 Assorted fruits 4종 여러가지 과일 4종

Smoked salmon 훈제 연어 4 kinds of cooked salad 4가지 종류의 샐러드

Assorted green salad 각각4종-cold kitchen 4가지 종류의 그린 샐러드 Assorted cheese plate 여러가지 모듬 치즈

Kimchi 2종 김치 2종

FROM THE HOT CHAFING DISH 더운 요리 Steamed rice 흰 밥

Fried potato 감자 튀김 Scramble egg 스크램블 에그

Boiled eggs 삶은 달걀 Bacon or cooked ham 베이컨 또는 쿡햄

Grilled sausage 그릴드 소시지 Soft tofu with soy sauce 연두부와 간장소스

Grilled halibut or mackerel 광어 또는 고등어 구이 Vegetable porridge 야채죽

BREAD 빵

Assorted morning bread 여러가지 모듬 빵 Bread pudding 브레드 푸딩

CHEF’S STATION 즉석코너

Rice noodles 쌀국수 Live egg dishes (omelet, fried egg) 계란요리 (오믈렛, 계란후라이)

Coffee or tea 커피 또는 차

SATURDAY 16TH MAY 2019

LUNCH 12:30

Gwangjang Traditional Market

Mandu (Korean Dumplings)

Enjoy four varieties

Chicken Meat

Kimchee with Potato Noodle (so it's not so spicy) Vegetable

Bindaetteok (Giant Mung-Bean Pancakes)

Bindaetteok is a savory Korean pancake made with ground nokdu (mung beans). The result is crispy

golden-brown pancake that is soft and nutty with some added crunch from the vegetables

DINNER 18:00 – 21:00

Meet in Hotel Lobby @ 18:00 to board bus Goindol Korean Barbecue

Unlimited Marinated Beef Rib

Banchan (side dishes) Mung-Bean Stew

Unlimited Beer/Soju Option Available with Advanced Notice Only

BYO Wine Available (more information to be provided) Korean alcoholic beverages available for purchase

SUNDAY 17TH MAY 2020

PARTNERS LUNCH 12:10 – 13:30 Local Korean Restaurant

Ginseng Chicken Soup

Samgye-tang or ginseng chicken soup consists of chicken with garlic, rice, jujube, and ginseng.

Samgye-tang is a Korean traditional soup for “body health” served during the Summer

CONGRESS DINNER 19:30 – 22:00 Lotte Hotel Garnett Suite 37F

Starter

Grilled vegetables on green asparagus with balsamic reduction, baby leaves 아스파 라거스위에

발사믹 소스의 그릴야채, 어린야채 Cream of wild mushroom 야생 버섯 수프

Mains

Fish (halibut) 완도산 전복구이, 야채라구

Grilled grain-fed beef steak with fond de veau Sautéed vegetable bouquet

호주산 청정 곡물육 안심스테이크, 야채볶음

Desert Earl gray chocolate mousse with raspberry sauce, seasonal fruit 얼그레이 초코릿 무스, 라스베리

소스, 계절과일

Coffee or tea 커피 또는 차

Monday 18th May 2020

LUNCH 12:30 – 1:20

Lotte Hotel Belle-Vu Suite 36F Bagged Lunch

3 kinds of finger sandwiches (salmon, ham & cheese, and tuna)

3종류의 핑거 샌드위치 Potato Salad 모듬 셀러드

Caprese & pickles 카프레제와 야채피클 Dried nuts & ketchup

견과류와 케챱 Brownie, chocolate & fresh fruits

브라우니, 초콜릿과 신선한 계절 과일 Chef’s special soup 주방장 특선 스프

Dinner - Chang go 43 Korean Barbecue

Special Beef Barbeque (150g)

Cold Noodle or Soybean Paste Stew

Steamed rice

Tuesday 19th May

Lunch - Pameo Seu Table Italian Restaurant

Caesar Salad

Pasta (Bolognese with tomato sauce or Carbonara with cream sauce)

Quattro Formaggi Pizza

Dinner – On Your Own

Wednesday 20th May

LUNCH 12:00 – 1:00

Local Korean Restaurant BIBIMBAP

Bibimbap is probably one of the most well-known and beloved Korean dishes to many people.

Bibimbap simply translates to “mixed rice with meat and assorted vegetables”

DINNER 18:30 – 20:30 18:30 Meet in Hotel Lobby

SAGYE JIN MI RESTAURANT – DAK GALBI

Dak-galbi, or stir-fried chicken, is a popular Korean dish made by stir-frying marinated diced chicken in a gochujang-based sauce with sweet potatoes, cabbage, perilla leaves, scallions, tteok, and other

ingredients. In korean, galbi means rib. But Dak-galbi is not actually chicken's rib