Host Hospitality

On Sunday evening we went to the Host Hospitality event, a single dinner in a hotel ballroom. Taiwan Rotarians were gracious hosts, and the dinner and music were spectacular.

Opening Session

On Sunday afternoon we attended the second of two opening sessions in the Taipei Dome.

House of Friendship

The House of Friendship opened on the 4th floor of the convention center at 9 am on Saturday. We arrived soon thereafter. The offial opening ceremonies took place after 10 am, and by the time the ceremony ended the hall was buzzing with Rotarians.

Food Tour

On Friday evening we participated in a group food tour in Taipei. We were with six other people plus the tour guide, and we visited eight food vendors. Rain was continuous throughout the evening. 

Registration

We took the subway to the convention center on Friday morning. We picked up our badges, transportation cards, and tickets for the Host Hospitality dinner. We obviously beat the crowd. The registration hall will be busier later today, and even more so tomorrow. 

Dong Yi

After the tour on Thursday we ate dinner at a nearby restaurant recommended by our tour guide, Dong Yi.

Jiufen Tour

On Thursday we tour the historic mining area near Jiufen East of Taipei.  Stops included the Golden Waterfall, Jiufen, and Houtong cat village. Paul Yang was our guide.