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2 Contents Invitation Organization Conference Information Programs Official & Social Events Tour Registration Accommodation Sponsorship & Exhibition General / Useful Information Shopping / Restaurant in Seoul Transportation Conference Venue, COEX, View from BONGEUNSA 2 37 th Asian Racing Conference SEOUL nd Announcement 01

3 INVITATION Over recent years, Korea s racing has developed rapidly. However, the challenges we face are not dissimilar to those of the racing industry worldwide. The Korea Racing Authority (KRA) has vigorously sought to develop fundamental innovations to cope with the challenges and pressures that the changing environments present. Some of these innovations have been very successful, while some are still in progress. We are delighted to be able to exchange our experience and knowledge with participants all over the world, as we seek solutions together. On behalf of the Executive Council of the Asian Racing Federation it is with great pleasure that I invite you to attend the 37 th Asian Racing Conference (ARC) to be held in Seoul, South Korea from 13th May to 18th May, The enduring strength of the ARCs is that they have been able to provide a market place of ideas, and innovations that will shape our sport s future. They are a forum for industry leaders from around the world to meet together, to identify emerging issues, and to develop new strategies. Under the theme of Innovate, Collaborate, Transform the 37 th ARC embraces the soul of South Korea, embodies the values of the KRA and captures what is necessary for racing to be successful in the 21 st Century. The 37 th ARC will pave a new path for the Asian Racing Industry to become a leading reformer in the international arena. The conference will offer various programs to appeal to participants from around the region and the world, including plenary sessions, exhibitions, and networking programs for all to pursue open and interesting dialogue on the issues and challenges we face today. The experience and expertise that we can share will surely act as a fertile source to advance the racing industry beyond borders. Your proactive participation and keen support will be crucial to the success of the conference. At the 36 th ARC held in Mumbai in January 2016, one of the major topics was the rising tide of illegal betting and the threats this brings to not only racing but also the community and governments. We subsequently established the ARF Anti-Illegal Betting Taskforce and when we come together in Seoul we will share with delegates the progress made on this front. Protecting our brand reputation as a sport that operates with integrity and fairness through a commitment to prohibited substances-free racing, facilitating the internationalisation of the sport by removing impediments to the movement of horses, safeguarding the lifeblood of racing s funding through developing means to protect our intellectual property rights, enhancing the wagering choices that we can offer to our customers through such initiatives as commingling are other key crucial matters which the ARCs have been instrumental in addressing over the past decade. I look forward to having the pleasure of welcoming you to Seoul. The 37 th ARC in Seoul presents us with an excellent opportunity to continue these collective efforts, against the background of a country which is synonymous with innovation and energy and has recently made enormous strides towards internationalising its racing. I look forward to seeing you in South Korea in May 2018 for what is certain to be a highly successful and enjoyable event. KIM, Nag Soon Chairman and CEO, Korea Racing Authority Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges GBS JP Chairman, Asian Racing Federation th Asian Racing Conference SEOUL nd Announcement 03

4 ORGANIZATION CONFERENCE INFORMATION Asian Racing Federation Overview HISTORY The first ARC was held in Tokyo in 1960, attended by 69 delegates from 12 racing organisations, representing seven countries. The ARF was established as a permanent organisation at the 28th conference, and named as the Asian Racing Federation. Conference Theme 37 th Asian Racing Conference Innovate, Collaborate, Transform ARF'S ACTIVITIES - Promotion and facilitation of the internationalization of racing - Quality control of 'black type', which the ARF carries out through its Asian Pattern Committee - Harmonization of the rules of racing and of drug control across its members throughout the region - Assistance to the development of racing through the ARF footprint Period May 13 18, 2018 Venue Seoul Racecourse, COEX, Grand InterContinental Hotel, and other Social Venues Official Language English MEMBERS OF ARF Currently the ARF has 21 Full members, 1 Associate member, and 4 Affiliate members. Program Website Bureau Meeting, Plenary Sessions Opening Ceremony & Welcome Dinner, Closing Ceremony & Farewell Dinner Chief Delegates' Dinner, and Korea Cultural Night Registration Conference Official & Social Events Korea Racing Authority The Korea Racing Authority (KRA) is the sole racing authority in Korea by the KRA Law, and is under the supervision of the Ministry for Food, Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. The KRA aims to support communities by engaging in various support programs for fishing, agrarian villages, as well as other disadvantaged groups in Korea and beyond. In addition, The KRA's recent support program launch for equestrian events would seek opportunities for the Korean horse industry to improve their capabilities and capacities in the near future. THE KRA S MISSIONS The KRA is committed to helping people make good use of their leisure time and to developing the Korean horse industry so as to enhance the dignity of Korean horse culture. The KRA is committed to: - Upgrading the Korean horse industry - Strengthening social responsibility - Reinforcing the foundations for sustainable growth - Establishing advanced corporate cultures RACING (2017) - Race Meetings : 192 (Seoul : 96, Busan : 96) - Races : 1,899 (Seoul : 1,094, Busan : 805) - Individual Runners : 3,464 (Seoul : 2,056, Busan : 1,408) - Trainers : 84 (Seoul : 52, Busan : 32) - Jockeys : 91 (Seoul : 56, Busan : 35) SEOUL Racecourses:3 (Jeju: pony) Stud Farms:3 OCB outlets:30 12 Sat 13 Sun 14 Mon 15 Tue 16 Wed Registration at Official Hotels Registration at COEX ARF Executive Committee ARF Plenary Assembly Asian Pattern Committee Asian-African Tote Association Asian-Oceanian Stud Book committee IFHA Executive Committee International Stewards Conference International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses Exhibition Plenary Session Exhibition Plenary Session Exhibition Korean Derby - ARF Commemorative Seoul Racecourse Seoul City Tour Opening Ceremony & Welcome COEX Spouse Tour Chief Delegates Some Sevit Spouse Tour Korea Cultural Dongdaemun Design Plaza BREEDING (2017) - Stud Farms : 3 - Stallions : 76 - Mares : 2,010 - Foals : 1,363 JEJU BUSAN 17 Thu 18 Fri Plenary Session Exhibition Closing Ceremony & Farewell Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas Optional Post-Conference Jeju Island th Asian Racing Conference SEOUL nd Announcement 05

5 Program at a glance (Tentative) 13 Sun 14 Mon 15 Tue 16 Wed 17 Thu 18 Fri Rooms 209A 209B Auditorium Auditorium Auditorium 08:00-17:00 07:00 Exhibition (08:00-17:00) Exhibition (08:00-17:00) Exhibition (08:00-17:00) Venue COEX - Conference & Exhibition COEX has been home to Korea s most significant events, conferences and exhibitions for more than 20 years. Onsite facilities include three five-star hotels, Asia s largest underground shopping mall, connections with two subway stations and the city airport terminal, ensuring that all business, entertainment and shopping can be met under one roof. The capacity, precise business infrastructure and prime location are the key reasons why COEX is the perfect conference and exhibition venue for the 37 th ARC. The Opening Ceremony & Welcome Dinner, Bureau Meetings, and Plenary Sessions will be held at COEX. 08:00 Morning Refreshments (08:00-09:00) Morning Refreshments (08:00-09:00) Morning Refreshments (08:00-09:00) 09:00 10:00 ARF Executive Committee (09:00-11:00) Asian- Oceanian Stud Book Committee International Stewards Conference Coffee Break (10:30-11:00) Plenary Session 1 RACING - A GLOBAL BRAND (09:00-10:00) Plenary Session 2 RACING THROUGH THE ASIAN CENTURY (10:00-11:00) Plenary Session 5 GLOBAL WAGERING LEADERS CURRENT STRATEGIES AND OPPORTUNITIES (09:00-11:00) Plenary Session 9 EQUINE WELFARE (09:00-11:00) COEX : Yeongdong-daero 513, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea Tel : / Fax : / joo@coex.co.kr / Website : 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 Korean Derby & ARF Commemorative Race Convention Hall, Luckyville VIP Racecourse (11:00-17:00) Asian Pattern Committee (14:00-17:00) Asian- African Tote Association Committee (11:00-13:00) IFHA Executive Committee (14:00-16:00) Asian- Oceanian Stud Book Committee Lunch (13:00-14:00) Asian- Oceanian Stud Book Committee (09:00-16:00) 17:00 Exhibition Opens International Stewards Conference International Stewards Conference (09:00-16:00) ARF Plenary Assembly (11:30-13:00) International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses (14:00-17:00) Coffee Break (11:00-11:30) Plenary Session 3 REACHING AND EXPANDING THE RACING FAN BASE (11:30-13:00) Lunch (13:00-14:00) Plenary Session 3 (cont'd) REACHING AND EXPANDING THE RACING FAN BASE (14:00-15:00) Coffee Break (15:00-15:15) Plenary Session 4 THE MODERN ELITE JOCKEY A SPORTS MEDICINE PERSPECTIVE (PART A) AND VOCATIONAL TRAINING MASTERCLASS (PART B) (15:15-17:00) Coffee Break (11:00-11:30) Plenary Session 6 SPORTS AND RACING INTEGRITY UNDER THE MICROSCOPE (11:30-13:00) Lunch (13:00-14:00) Plenary Session 7 RACING AND POPULAR CULTURE (14:00-15:00) Coffee Break (15:00-15:15) Plenary Session 8 GENE DOPING AND VETERINARY REGULATION (15:15-17:00) Coffee Break (11:00-11:30) Plenary Session 10 ANTI-ILLEGAL BETTING AND MONEY LAUNDERING (11:30-13:00) Lunch (13:00-14:00) Plenary Session 11 INDUSTRY PROFILES (14:00-15:00) Coffee Break (15:00-15:15) Plenary Session 12 RACETRACK MANAGEMENT AND SAFETY (15:15-17:00) Post Tour Jeju Stud Farm & Pony Racecourse (07:00-18:00) Seoul Racecourse - Korean Derby & ARF Commemorative Race - May 13 (Sun), 2018 Seoul Racecourse is one of the two parks in Korea for thoroughbred flat races, equipped with two sand tracks with a 400m-long home stretch, grandstand and two stable complexes. Home to Korea s major equestrian sports events, this racecourse will be the proud venue of the Korean Derby, in commemoration of the 37 th ARC. Korea Racing Authority : Gyeongmagongwon-daero 107, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea Tel : ~2921 / Fax : / inter@kra.co.kr / Website : Some Sevit - Chief Delegates Dinner - May 15 (Tue), 2018 Some Sevit is a cultural complex built to be a landmark on the Hangang River in the heart of downtown Seoul. It is the world s first floating structures on water and three glowing islands have become Seoul s newest culture and leisure destination for entertainment and fine dining. Some Sevit is proudly chosen to be the venue for the Chief Delegates Dinner. 18:00 Opening Ceremony (18:00-19:00) 19:00 20:00 Welcome Dinner Grand (19:00-21:00) Chief Delegates' Dinner Villa de Sevit (19:00-21:00) Korea Cultural Night Art Hall 1 (AlLim (19:00-21:00) Closing Ceremony & Farewell Dinner Grand Intercontinental Seoul Parnas (19:00-21:00) Some Sevit : Olympic-daero 683, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Korea Tel : / Fax : / Website : th Asian Racing Conference SEOUL nd Announcement 07

6 PROGRAMS Dongdaemun Design Plaza Korea Cultural Night May 16 (Wed), 2018 Opened in 2014, Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) has quickly become one of the most iconic event venues in Korea. Located in the heart of the birthplace of the Korean Design Industries, DDP has staged diverse cultural events including exhibitions, fashion shows, product launch shows, forums and conferences. Featuring neo-futuristic architecture designed by Zaha Hadid, DDP is an ideal venue for the 37 th ARC s Korea Cultural Night on May 16, 2018 (Wednesday). This night will bring participants closer together, creating a culture of innovation together, and providing a series of unique networking opportunities. Conference Program May 15 (Tue) PLENARY SESSION 1 TIME 09:00-10:00 Racing A Global Brand Led by the Chairman of the Asian Racing Federation, Mr Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges, this conference opening session will explore a new, transformational vision for the development of a global brand for racing. DDP : Eulji-ro 281, Jung-gu, Seoul, Korea Tel : , / Website : Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas - Closing Ceremony & Farewell Dinner - May 17 (Thur), 2018 The 37 th ARC s Closing Ceremony and Farewell Dinner will take place at the Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas. Annexed to COEX, the Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas offers convenience and special room rates to all participants of the 37 th ARC. The hotel has recently been designated a World Luxury Business Hotel. PLENARY SESSION 2 TIME 10:00-11:00 Racing through the Asian Century Leading futurist and demographer, Bernard Salt AM, will deliver a keynote presentation, Racing through the Asian Century. The address will focus on the key current and future demographic trends which will characterise the Asian Century, and present both opportunities and challenges for global racing. PLENARY SESSION 3 Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas : Teheran-ro 521, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea Tel : / FAX : / grandic@parnas.co.kr / Website : Map of Venue TIME 11:30-15:00 Reaching and Expanding Racing s Fan Base This wide-ranging session will examine how racing s evolving fan base is best to be reached and expanded, now and into the future. The session will feature: an exploration of the sports broadcast landscape and horizon; analysis of recent innovations in digital fan engagement; leading programs designed to drive diversity in racing PLENARY SESSION 4 TIME 15:15-17:00 The Modern Elite Jockey A Sports Medicine Perspective (Part A) and Vocational Training Masterclass (Part B) Part A, The Modern Elite Jockey A Sports Medicine Perspective, will explore the demands on professional jockeys and how sports medicine and sports science is changing training, and injury prevention and treatment. Part B, Vocational Training Masterclass will look at how the professionalisation of racing continues to require that racing authorities enhance and develop the training they provide to participants and administrators. This session will see presentations from the experts in vocational training th Asian Racing Conference SEOUL nd Announcement 09

7 Conference Program May 16 (Wed) PLENARY SESSION 5 TIME 09:00-11:00 Global Wagering Leaders Current Strategies and Opportunities Bringing together an elite line-up of wagering leaders, this session is destined to raise and consider the key issues faced by the wagering industry around the globe. Conference delegates will hear from those at the helm as they outline their strategies, and share their views, on the opportunities and challenges for racing wagering now, and into the future. Conference Program May 17 (Thur) PLENARY SESSION 9 Equine Welfare TIME 09:00-11:00 The International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses will deliver a keynote address on its work, and the Man O War Project which involves equine-assisted therapy. In addition, this session will: examine how early foal registration and a stronger focus on traceability can impact equine welfare programmes and outcomes; and explore how technology can transform equine training and welfare outcomes. PLENARY SESSION 6 TIME 11:30-13:00 Sports and Racing Integrity Under the Microscope This session will see the integrity of global sport and racing put under the microscope. Key integrity threats to sport and racing will be identified, and major recent cases examined. The session will also evaluate how sports and racing bodies are responding to integrity threats, and unearth what lies ahead. PLENARY SESSION 10 TIME 11:30-13:00 Anti-Illegal Betting and Money Laundering Illegal betting on thoroughbred racing is, and will continue to be, a major threat to the integrity and financial health of racing. The interrelationship between illegal betting, money laundering and criminality is of concern to the racing industry and governments alike. This session will provide an in-depth look at the latest developments in the response by regulators to the threat of money laundering, including a review of recent scandals which have impacted major financial institutions in the Asian region. In addition, the Asian Racing Federation s groundbreaking Anti-Illegal Betting Taskforce, which was established following the 36th Asian Racing Conference, will present on the important work it has carried out to date. PLENARY SESSION 7 TIME 14:00-15:00 Racing and Popular Culture This session steps away from the day-to-day business of racing and takes us on a journey to places where our sport connects with popular culture. Some of the best storytellers who have taken racing as their muse will be interviewed and enjoyed. PLENARY SESSION 11 Industry Profiles TIME 14:00-15:00 The Asian Racing Federation includes a wide and diverse range of racing jurisdictions. This session will highlight and embrace that diversity as the conference receives profiles on the current and future landscape of the racing industries of three ARF members. PLENARY SESSION 8 TIME 15:15-17:00 Gene Doping and Veterinary Regulation This session will include presentations on the critical threat of equine gene doping, and what it means for racing. The session will also bring equine veterinary and science specialists together to showcase some of racing s latest and most significant research projects. PLENARY SESSION 12 TIME 15:15-17:00 Racetrack Management and Safety Racetrack design, preparation and management are fundamental to the success of racing, and the safety of our horses and riders. This session will look into recent developments in racetrack design and management, from running rails to surfaces, and delve into the complex issue of what makes a racetrack safe th Asian Racing Conference SEOUL nd Announcement 11

8 OFFICIAL & SOCIAL EVENTS KOREAN DERBY & ARF COMMEMORATIVE RACE DATE & TIME May 13 (Sun), 2018 / 11:00-17:00 VENUE Luckyville (6F), Seoul Racecourse The Korean Derby is an annual racing festival, open to Korean horseracing fans. The Korean Derby, together with the ARF Commemorative Race, will be held on the first day of the 37 th ARC to celebrate the joyful gathering of Korean fans and the world. A Docent Tour will be offered to all participants before the commencement of the race meeting. KOREA CULTURAL NIGHT DATE & TIME May 16 (Wed), 2018 / 19:00-21:00 REMARKS Post-Tour / 21:00-23:00 (Optional) VENUE Art Hall 1 (AlLim 1), Dongdaemun Design Plaza The Korea Cultural Night will be hosted at DDP, one of Seoul s most iconic and unique event venues. This exciting event will bring Seoul and Korea closer to all participants, with a series of opportunities to enjoy Korean culture and gastronomy. After the event, participants may also enjoy shopping in the night market district across the street. Complimentary shuttle buses back to hotels will be arranged to depart at 23:00 for participants convenience. OPENING CEREMONY & WELCOME DINNER DATE & TIME May 14 (Mon), 2018 / 18:00-21:00 VENUE COEX Auditorium (3F) & then Grand Ballroom (1F), COEX The Opening Ceremony and Welcome Dinner will mark the grand opening of the 37 th ARC, with a hint of Korean traditional culture. Participants will be cordially invited to join the street march from the COEX Auditorium to the Grand Ballroom where all will be welcomed with delicately prepared Korean traditional gastronomy and cultural performances. CLOSING CEREMONY & FAREWELL DINNER DATE & TIME May 17 (Thur), 2018 / 19:00-21:00 VENUE Grand Ballroom (5F), Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas The Closing Ceremony will be held at Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas to draw a memeorable festival to an end. The Ceremony will conclude with a conference report, flag handover ceremony, closing declaration, and farewell dinner with performances. CHIEF DELEGATES DINNER DATE & TIME May 15 (Tue), 2018 / 19:00-21:00 VENUE Villa de Noche (2F), Some Sevit Chief Delegates will be welcomed with cocktails to Some Sevit (commonly known as floating islands ), floating on the Hangang River. Villa de Noche, a medieval-inspired European restaurant will get jazzed-up, offering picture-perfect scenery. The event will be concluded with an invitation to take a commemorative photograph th Asian Racing Conference SEOUL nd Announcement 13

9 TOUR Seoul City Tour MODERN TOUR (EXPLORE MODERN SEOUL) DATE & TIME May 14, 2018 / 13:00-17:00 PRICE Free of Charge ITINERARY N Seoul Tower National Museum of Korea Namsan Seoul Tower was built in 1969 as Korea's first integrated transmission tower beaming television and radio broadcasts across the capital. Since opening to the public in 1980, it has become a much-loved Seoul landmark. The tower's main attractions include multi-colored digital art projected onto the tower at night, a digital observatory, a roof terrace, the HanCook restaurant, the n.grill restaurant, and the Haneul (Sky) Restroom. Namsan Seoul Tower's mountain surroundings on Namsan Mountain have made it a popular place to unwind for locals and tourists alike. National Museum of Korea is the nation's main cultural and historical repository, preserving and exhibiting items from prehistoric times to the early 20th Century. Since its opening 2005, the museum has received a wealth of international acclaim, including being ranked the 9th most-visited museum worldwide by the Art Newspaper and declared a "must-see place" by the Michelin Guide. Spouse Tour K-BEAUTY TOUR DATE & TIME May 15 or 16, 2018 / 09:30-17:00 PRICE Free of Charge (Accompany Persons Only/Lunch Inclusive) * Limited to 120 pax on a first-come-first served basis ITINERARY Aesthetic salon (Facial Care) - Korea Furniture Museum Seoul is the new beauty capital of the world. Non-invasive aesthetic facial treatments at one of the city s best aesthetic salons is an experience you don't want to miss. This program would offer a number of comprehensive treatments, designed for facial rejuvenation. Korea Furniture Museum houses more than 2,000 traditional furniture pieces, plus 10 Korean traditional hanok houses. The museum itself is one of the most important and beautiful pieces of architecture in Seoul, and one of the first places global curators and designers visit when they hit the city. TRADITIONAL TOUR (EXPERIENCE KOREAN TRADITIONAL LIFESTYLE AND CULTURE) DATE & TIME May 14, 2018 / 13:00-17:00 PRICE Free of Charge ITINERARY Gyeongbokgung Palace - Bukchon Hanok Village in Samcheongdong Royal palaces in Seoul are noteworthy in respect to the exclusive building fabric signifying the genuine beauty of Seoul. In particular, Gyeongbokgung Palace, the primary residential place for royal families of the Joseon Dynasty, is the largest and greatest palace amongst five royal palaces in Seoul. K-DRAMA TOUR (FOLLOWING IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF KOREAN CELEBRITIES) DATE & TIME May 15 or 16, 2018 / 08:00-16:00 PRICE Free of Charge (Accompany Persons Only/Lunch Inclusive) ITINERARY Nami island (Namiseom) Petite France Nami Island is an oasis for culture and leisure in peaceful harmony with humanity and nature. The island, especially the Metasequoia path, was one of the main filming locations of the Korean Broadcasting System 2002 television drama series Winter Sonata. Bukchon Hanok Village sits between the two palaces of the Joseon Dynasty, Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung palaces. Unlike other hanok villages, Bukchon has earned its fame by being a living village inhabited by Seoulites. On the way up to the village, there are many streets full of cafes, shops and galleries, all well-blended in the traditional landscape. Petite France is a French-style cultural village set in the middle of the Korean countryside. It features a cluster of 16 French-style buildings on the hillside. This village is best known for being the filming location of several popular Korean dramas: "Beethoven Virus," "Secret Garden," and the more recent hit, "My Love from the Star." th Asian Racing Conference SEOUL nd Announcement 15

10 Optional Tours / Post-Conference Tour Optional tours and a post-conference tour will be reserved and arranged on a first-come, first-served basis, and will be subject to cancellation if the minimum numbers of guests are not met. Reservations can be made via the official website at and payments can be accepted by credit card. K-DMZ TOUR (THE LAST BATTLEFIELD OF THE COLD WAR) DATE & TIME May 15, 16, or 17, 2018 / 09:00-17:00 PRICE USD 130 (Ground transportation & Lunch inclusive) MIN. PAX 10 ITINERARY DMZ Tour Changdeokgung Palace Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) serves the Korean Peninsula as a buffer zone between North and South and is the last battlefield of the Cold War. The long isolation has created a sanctuary for animal and plants and has been recognised as one of the most well-preserved natural habitats in the world. DMZ, the last battlefield of the Cold War, is one of the most popular tourist destinations for foreigners in Korea. Chandeokgung Palace was home to the Joseon government and was also the favoured residence of many kings. A particular virtue of Changdeokgung Palace is the way its buildings blend into the surrounding landscapes. Its rear garden, Huwon, is considered to be an excellent example of Korean garden design. In 1997, Changdeokgung Palace was designated as the UNESCO World Heritage. K-NIGHT TOUR (BE A KOREAN FOR A DAY) DATE & TIME May 15, 2018 / 13:00-22:00 PRICE USD 240 (Ground transportation & Dinner inclusive) MIN. PAX 10 ITINERARY Samsung D'light Hanbok Experience and Kimchi Making Classes (venue: TBC) Hangang River Dinner Cruise Samsung D'light is a global exhibition space, showcasing the latest products of Samsung Electronics. The name d light combines the words "digital" and "light," to correlate with their vision of being a guiding light to the digital world and leading consumers to a whole new lifestyle through digital technology. Hanbok Experience and Kimchi Making Classes offer a unique opportunity to capture Korean sentiment for a day and learn more about the values and cultures Koreans carry. Hanbok, the traditional attire of the Koreans, is generally worn on special occasions, and now growing in popularity among young generations and tourists to try on. Kimchi, a traditional fermented vegetable side dish, is the most basic side dish served at every Korean meal. Hangang River Dinner Cruise is one of the best ways to enjoy the night scenery around the Hangang River, while having a special dining experience. The Hangang River runs through the heart of Seoul, providing a retreat from the skyscrapers of the city. POST-CONFERENCE TOUR (THE ONE AND ONLY PARADISE IN KOREA) K-HERITAGE TOUR (TIME TRAVEL INTO THE PAST) DATE & TIME May 14, 15, 16, or 17, 2018 / 09:00-17:00 PRICE USD 140 (Ground transportation & Lunch inclusive) MIN. PAX 10 ITINERARY Korean Folk Village Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Korean Folk Village houses authentic Korean traditional houses relocated from provinces of the country. This village is a living museum of Korean traditions and culture without walls. Performances including traditional wedding ceremony, martial art on horseback, and other special events are available by season. In particular, Welcome to Joseon, held every May, is a performance featuring time travel back to the olden days. Suwon Hwaseong Fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is the only remaining walled fortress in Korea. It is a well-preserved example of the architecture of the Joseon Dynasty and was built of stone and oven-baked bricks over a period of two years. Suwon Hwaseong Special Tourist Zone is conveniently situated and easy to get to, so tourists can explore the site in one day. In addition, there are a variety of attractions and experience events held around the zone. DATE & TIME May 18, 2018 / 06:00-18:00 PRICE USD 350 ITINERARY Jeju Coastal Road Jeju Pony Racecourse Jeju Stud Farm Jeju is an island full of wonder and more than a tourist destination. Known for three things, roaring winds, magnificent rocks, and women, the island exhibits a unique traditional culture and well-preserved breathtaking panoramic views. In particular, Jeju is a triple crown UNESCO destination, designated as World Geoparks, Natural Heritage Sites, and Biosphere Reserve Recognition. Jeju Pony Racecourse is the most exotic pasture in Korea where the race takes place at the mid-slope of Hallasan Mountain that offers scenic views of its magnificent mountain slopes in the background. It is the only horse race course in the world that uses Jeju ponies as race horses, providing an unique entertainment for the audience. Since its launch in 1995, the 532-acred Jeju Stud Farm built for rearing/training and stud operations has been home to Korea s finest locally-bred horses and local breeders. Equipped with the first-rate property and talented trainers, the Farm offers technical consultation and stud services th Asian Racing Conference SEOUL nd Announcement 17

11 REGISTRATION How to Register Registration of all participants for the 37 th ARC is essential. Those who want to participate in the 37 th Asian Racing Conference can register on our official website ( For the benefit of lower registration fees, it is highly recommended to make regular registration by March 31, Registration Fees Please note that the deadline of the registration is April 30, The registration fees vary based on period of time Category Regular (Jan. 1 Mar. 31, 2018) Late (Apr. 1 Apr. 30, 2018) Delegate US $ 1,500 US $ 1,600 Accompanying Person US $ 1,200 US $ 1,300 The payment of the Registration Fee provides the following Delegate Accompanying Person - Conference, Official Ceremonies and Social Programs - Morning Refreshment, Lunch and Coffee Breaks - Seoul City Tour (May 14 (Mon), 2018) - Complimentary Shuttle Bus Services to be provided between May 13-18, Conference Kit - Social Programs - Morning Refreshment, Lunch and Coffee Breaks - Seoul City Tour (May 14 (Mon), 2018) - Spouse Tour (May 15 (Tue) - 16 (Wed), 2018) - Complimentary Shuttle Bus Services to be provided between May 13-18, 2018 * Fees do not cover airfares, accommodation and/or paid programs (i.e. post conference tour.) * Fees will be automatically based on the date of registration application. * The Chief Delegates Dinner is a restricted event and is invitation-only for Chief Delegates of Asian Racing Federation members. Payment To complete the registration, payment in full must be paid. Payments are accepted either by credit card or wire transfer as follows: Credit Card VISA, MasterCard, JCB and AMEX are accepted. Wire Transfer Bank transfer should be made to the account below. Please be sure that all bank charges are to be paid by the participants and name of the organization/company should be clearly stated on the remittance receipt. Bank Name WOORI BANK Account No. (USD) Swift Code HVBKKRSEXXX Beneficiary MECI International Co., Ltd. (37 th ARC) Bank Address 183, Bangbae-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Korea Confirmation of Registration A Confirmation of Registration will be sent via upon the completion of registration. After receiving the confirmation letter, the status of registration will be changed to access all programs so that you can join social programs and tours. Cancellation & Refund Cancellation should be explained to the Secretariat in writing via at registration@arcseoul2018.com. All refunds will be processed after the completion of the Conference for administrative reasons; and bank charges will be deducted from the refunded amount. Visa-free entry Cancellation by April 30, 2018 Cancellation from May 1, % refund No refund * All due dates are based on South Korean Standard Time (GMT +9.) Any foreign visitors wishing to enter the Republic of Korea must have a valid passport and, if necessary, obtain a Korean visa prior to entering Korea. However, many are permitted visa-free entry for a limited time under certain conditions. Nationals of those countries or regions with which Korea has signed a visa waiver agreement can enter without a visa, on the condition that they do not engage in remunerative activities during their stay. The website of the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs ( provides information on which countries citizens require a visa. Please contact the Korean Embassy or Consulate in your departure country for further details. Continents Asia (9 countries/region) America (32 countries) Europe (43countries) Middle East and Africa (16 countries) Oceania (12 countries) Country/Region (days) New Zealand (90 days), Brunei (30 days), Hong Kong (90 days), Japan (90 days), Macau (90 days), Malaysia (90 days), Singapore (90 days), Taiwan (90 days), Thailand (90 days) Antigua and Barbuda (90 days), Argentina (30 days), Bahamas (90 days), Barbados (90 days), Brazil (90 days), Canada (6 months), Chile (90 days), Colombia (90 days), Commonwealth of Dominica (90 days), Costa Rica (90 days), Dominican Republic (90 days), Ecuador (90 days), El Salvador (90 days), Grenada (90 days), Guatemala (90 days), Guyana (30 days), Haiti (90 days), Honduras (30 days), Jamaica (90 days), Mexico (90 days), Nicaragua (90 days), Panama (90 days), Paraguay (30 days), Peru (90 days), Saint Kitts and Nevis (90 days), Saint Lucia (90 days), Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (90 days), Suriname (90 days), Trinidad and Tobago (90 days), Venezuela (90 days), United States (90 days), Uruguay (90 days) Albania (30 days), Andora (30 days), Austria (90 days), Belgium (90 days), Bosnia-Herzegovina (30 days), Bulagaria (90 days), Croatia (30 days), Cyprus (30 days), Denmark (90 days), Estonia (90 days), Finland (90 days), France (90 days), Germany (90 days), Greece (90 days), Hungary (90 days), Iceland (90 days), Italy (90 days), Ireland (90 days), Kazakhstan(30 days), Liechtenstein (90 days), Lithuania (90 days), Latvia (90 days), Luxemburg (90 days), Malta (90 days), Monaco (30 days), Montenegro (30 days), Netherlands (90 days), Norway (90 days), Poland (90 days), Portugal (60 days), Romania (90 days), San Marino (30 days), Serbia (30 days), Slovakia (90 days), Slovenia (90 days), Spain (90 days), Sweden (90 days), Switzerland (90 days), Turkey (90 days), UK (90 days), Vatican (30 days), Russia (60 days in a row, not exceeding 90 days within 180 days) Bahrain (30 days), Egypt (30 days), Israel (90 days), Kuwait (30 days), Lesotho (60days), Liberia (90 days), Mauritius (30 days), Morocco (90 days), Oman (30 days), Qatar (30 days), Saudi Arabia (30 days), Seychelles (30 days), South Africa (30 days), Swaziland (30 days), Tunisia (30 days), United Arab Emirates (30 days) Australia (90 days), Fiji (30 days), Guam (30 days), Kiribati (30 days), Marshall Islands (30 days), Micronesia (30 days), Nauru (30 days), Palau (30 days), Samoa (30 days), Solomon Islands (30 days), Tonga (30 days), Tuvalu (30 days) th Asian Racing Conference SEOUL nd Announcement 19

12 ACCOMMODATION Business Matchmaking The 37 th ARC Organizing Committee is pleased to introduce the most powerful and efficient Business Matchmaking Program to be staged during the conference. Business Matchmaking program offers a series of value-added opportunities for all to engage in B2B/B2G/B2C one-on-one meetings during the Conference. Meetings are to be pre-scheduled, and targeted to meet specific counterparts as per areas of interests/expertise and business fields. Before attending the conference, you are kindly requested to go through the list of participants and find desired or appropriate organizations and/or companies, based on your area of expertise or interests. It is possible to select a slot with preferred date and time, and the response from the partner(s) will confirm or decline the request. Since the meeting is pre-organized, you and your partner can share the clear objective and prepare the meeting. Differently from the social networking or impromptu meetings, Business Matchmaking will give a chance to get the best result to extend your business or research area. The 37 th ARC Organizing Committee is please to offer a choice of 3 hotels around the venue. Hotel rates can only be guaranteed by booking through the secretariat. Any changes in booking should be informed in writing to the Secretariat, NOT directly to the hotel. All special rated rooms will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. In the event that all special rated rooms are sold out, the organizer will not be able to provide rooms at the special rate. How to make a reservation Please register at our official website ( to make a reservation. Hotel reservation should be made NO LATER THAN April 18, Room bookings and changes made after April 19, 2018 cannot be guaranteed and will be subject to room availability. At registration for the ARC, delegates may agree to participate in the Business Matchmaking Program. By agreeing to participate, delegates will consent to sharing their name and contact details with other delegates who have elected to participate in the Program. List of Hotels * All rates are inclusive of VAT & SVC, exclusive of Breakfast Scheduling Acceptance Hotel InterContinental Seoul COEX Room Type Room Rate (KRW) Deluxe Room 278,300 Junior Suite 302,500 Breakfast (KRW) Distance 36,300 Connected Sponsors, exhibitiors, and individual registrants 1:1 Matchmaking One-on-one meeting Sponsors, exhibitiors, and individual registrants Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas Superior Room 350,900 36,300 IBIS Styles Ambassador Superior 110,000 16, min. on foot 15 min. on foot HOW TO REGISTER Business Matchmaking application system is now available on web and mobile applications. All business partners may communicate with one another via the mobile application. 1. INTERCONTINENTAL SEOUL COEX Log-in 37 th ARC Website / app Fill the Profile Click "Scheduling" Button Find Vacant Meeting Slot Select Partner ON-SITE BUSINESS MATCHMAKING Please visit the Business Lounge to make new acquaintances and extend your organization's reach beyond the borders. DATE May 15-17, 2018 TIME 4 slots (08:30-09:00 / 10:30-11:00 / 13:30-14:00 / 15:30-16:00) Auditorium Lobby (3F), COEX Send a Request Wait Response Confirm the Meeting * Collected personal information will be disclosed to conference participants and partners on the official website to arrange Business Matchmaking services InterContinental Seoul COEX is a modern and stylish business hotel. You will have a beautiful view from the hotel, which faces the Bongeunsa Temple. The hotel is directly connected to the COEX (where the ARC is held), the casino, and duty free shops where you can enjoy shopping, and other activities. Benefits & Privileges 24-hour private dining service Free WIFI Tour programs (only for 37 th ARC guests) Coffee/tea making facility Access to the fitness club (except sauna) No Show Policy Cancellation made 7 days prior to arrival or no-shows will be charged for the reserved nights including VAT & SVC. InterContinental Seoul COEX : Bongeunsaro 524, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea TEL : / FAX : / Website : th Asian Racing Conference SEOUL nd Announcement 21

13 SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITION 2. GRAND INTERCONTINENTAL SEOUL PARNAS Sponsorship The 37 th ARC promotes opportunities for greater regional collaboration, the sharing of future-oriented ideas, and the building of a leadership brand for sponsors. The 37 th ARC offers sponsorship packages at various levels and sponsors will receive exceptional benefits and recognition in return. The Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas is located in the heart of the city s business district, neighbouring the COEX. As the COEX mall, which is Asia s largest underground shopping mall, is connected to the hotel, you can conveniently enjoy shopping and entertainment facilities. The premise was acknowledged as a World Luxury Business Hotel for 2015 and 2016 by the World Luxury Hotel Awards. Benefits & Privileges 24-hour private dining service Free WIFI Tour programs (only for 37 th ARC guests) Coffee/tea making facility Access to the fitness club (except sauna) No Show Policy Cancellation made 7 days prior to arrival or no-shows will be charged for the reserved nights including VAT & SVC. Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas : Teheran-ro 521, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea TEL : / FAX : / Website : 3. IBIS STYLES AMBASSADOR Expected Outcomes Find Your Target Audience Reposition Your Brand Meet with High-Profile Delegates Maximize Your Presence Package Highlights Category Brand marketing activities targeting 600 attendees from 30+ countries and the world's leading organizations and companies. Benefits and recognition in and around the Conference and greater attention to your company / organization's products and services. Practical and impactful networking opportunities with the key decisionmakers from a host of sectors. Outstanding marketing and media campaign reaching out to the general public and visitors from all over the world. Platinum Over US $100,000 Gold Over US $50,000 Silver Over US $20,000 Registration Complimentary Registration Exhibition Complimentary Booth Logo to appear on the conference website The IBIS Styles Ambassador Hotel is a modern, cozy, recently-refurbished and reasonably-priced hotel. It takes less than 10 minutes on foot from the hotel to the COEX mall and subway station. Walking down to IBIS, you might have an experience of Korean drinking culture and atmosphere of nightlife. Benefits & Privileges Free Upgrade from Standard to Superior room Water & Ice Dispenser (Cold/Hot) on Each Floor Iron & Vending Machine(B2F) Coffee/tea Free WIFI Tour programs (only for 37 th ARC guests) IBIS Styles Ambassador : Samseong-ro 431, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea TEL : / FAX : / Website : ibisstyles.ambatelen.com/gangnam/main.amb Check-in / Check-out time Check-in : 15:00 / Check-out : 12:00 Please note that request for early check-in and late check-out must be made in writing to the Secretariat of 37 th Asian Racing Conference at hotel@arcseoul2018.com in advance. Cancellation Policy Any Cancellation should be explained to the Secretariat in writing via (hotel@arcseoul2018.com) Cancellation of accommodation is accepted until April 18, 2018 and the payment will be refunded. After that date, a onenight room rate will be charged to your credit card. Publicity Advertisement Banner Ad on the conference website Logo to appear on the conference SNS Logo to appear on the conference app Logo to appear in e-newsletters Program Book to be published in May 2018 Advertisement to be inserted in conference bags 1 p 1 p ½ p * All applications are accepted on a first come, first served basis and application lodgment fees must be paid upfront to complete an application. * Benefits & Recognition are subject to change th Asian Racing Conference SEOUL nd Announcement 23

14 BENEFITS FOR SPONSORSHIP GOLD SPONSOR Category Platinum Gold Silver The gold sponsorship is designed for our valued partners and tightly integrates pre-show and on-site marketing to maximize branding and awareness through the conference (Over US $50,000). Recognition in Business Lounge Sponsored Conference Lunch (1day) Recognition in conference materials Over US $100,000 Over US $50,000 Over US $20,000 Benefits Title Sponsor of Korean Derby 2018 Logo Exposure on all Exhibition booths Recognition in Post-Conference video clips Recognition in conference materials (see options) Sponsored Lunch Recognition in Business Lounge Sponsored Coffee Break or Sponsored Morning Refreshment Gold Sponsors will be recognized with logos on pillars inside the business lounge. Gold Sponsors will be recognized with logos on banners at a sponsored conference lunch between May 15 and 17, Conference Bag / Badge & Lanyard (Select an option) Conference Bag - Sponsor's logo will be embroidered on conference bags. PLATINUM SPONSOR The platinum sponsorship is exclusively designed for our premier partner offering the highest level of brand exposure (Over US $100,000). Badge & Lanyard - Sponsor's logo will be printed on conference badge & lanyards. Title Sponsor of Korean Derby 2018 (May 13) Exhibition Booth Recognition in post-conference video clips SILVER SPONSOR The silver sponsorship package is ideal for companies looking for heightened brand presence on site(over US $20,000). Sponsored Coffee Break (1 time) Sponsored Morning Refreshment (1 time) The Platinum Sponsor will become the title sponsor of the Korean Derby 2018 and the sponsor's logo will be displayed on the world's largest screen ('Vision 127'/127.2m x 13.6m). The Korean Derby 2018 will be broadcast live in 6 or more countries Your company/organization's logo will be recognized on both sides of booths and exposed to over 600 participants and visitors. Your company/organization's logo will be recognized in postconference video clips of over 50 major speakers. Video clips uploaded onto the official website will be maintained for five years after the completion of the 37 th ARC and your company/organization will have extended opportunities for promotion. Silver Sponsors will be recognized with logos on pillars inside the business lounge Silver Sponsors will be recognized with logos on banners at a sponsored conference Morning Refreshment between May 15 and 17, th Asian Racing Conference SEOUL nd Announcement 25

15 Exhibition With 600 experts and leaders invited from Asia and beyond, the 37 th ARC will be an excellent platform for exhibitors to extend their reach beyond borders and maximize exposure of their company/organization. Become an exhibitor for the 37 th ARC, where your innovative ideas meet potential partners and your business will grow. Exhibition Venue Floorplan 3F Auditorium - Opening - Plenary & Specialists Sessions - Registration, Business lounge Location Website Important dates of Exhibition 1F, Grand Ballroom Lobby, COEX 2F Conference Room (North) - Bureau Meetings - Secretariat Classification Date Time Remarks Exhibitor Set-up May 14, :00-15:00 Exhibition May 14, :00-21:00 Opening Ceremony & Welcome reception 18:00 May 15-17, :00-17:00 Closing 17:30 onwards Dismantling May 17, :00-21:00 1F Grand Ballroom - Welcome Dinner - Lunch, Coffee break - Exhibition Exhibition Rate Booth Layout Category Benefits of Booth 1 Standard Booth Booth Size : 3m x 2.5m x 2.5m Package : Lighting & Electricity (1kw) / 1 Reception Desk / Flooring / 1 Company Name Board / 1 Chair Benefits of Booth : 1 Free Registration + 50% discount (1person) / Logo Exposure on Website & Directory Book Reserved 2 Standard Booths Booth Size : 6m x 2.5m x 2.5m Package : Lighting & Electricity (2kw) / 2 Reception Desks / Flooring / 2 Company Name Boards / 2 Chairs Benefits of Booths : 2 Free Registrations + 50% discount (1person) / Logo Exposure on Website & Directory Book * Signage/ Audio Visual/ Furnishings/ Additional Lighting & Power Order forms will be provided to applicants. * All applications are accepted on a first come, first served basis and application lodgment fees must be paid upfront to complete an application th Asian Racing Conference SEOUL nd Announcement 27

16 GENERAL / USEFUL INFORMATION SHOPPING / RESTAURANT IN SEOUL About Korea Korea has been the strategic crossroads in Asia for many centuries. Korea boasts five millennia-long histories where diverse cultures meet. The country possesses fascinating scenic views of cloud-enshrouded mountains, waters of fresh mountain stream, golden rice fields, and man other striking views nationwide. Language The official language in Korea is Korean. Lotte World Mall The Lotte World Mall, a global fashion hub, also calls Lotte World Tower home, houses one of Korea's largest urban duty-free store, Lotte Duty Free. Other features include the shopping mall Avenuel, Korea's best urban aquarium, a spectacular classical music hall, and Asia's largest multiplex. OPENING HOURS 10:30-21:00 (MON-SUN) ADDRESS Olympic-ro 300, Songpa-gu, Seoul, Korea TEL Business Hours Government office hours are usually from 09:00 to 18:00 on Monday to Friday. Shops, restaurants and shopping malls are generally open from 09:00 till 22:00. Banks are open from 09:00 to 16:00 on weekdays only. Currency The unit of currency in Korea is South Korean Won (KRW). As of 1 March 2018, 1 US Dollar is equivalent to 1,100 Korean Won. Foreign currencies are conveniently exchangeable at airports, major hotels, bank branches and foreign exchange booths. Credit Cards Major credit cards including Visa, American Express, Diners Club, Master Card and JCB are broadly accepted in most shops, hotels, department stores and restaurants. Credit card surcharges for uses in overseas may be incurred. Electricity Standard electricity supply is 220 volts AC at 60Hz (with 2 round holes). Some hotels may provide outlet converters for 110 and 220 volts. Participants are advised to check with the hotel beforehand for the availability of adapters or bring an adapter. Internet / Wi-Fi There are approximately 10,000 free Wi-Fi zones. Public service centers and institutions such as transit centers, airports, subways and many tourist spots offer free Wi-Fi public access. Tipping & Taxes Tipping is not a customary practice in Korea. Generally, 10% VAT is levied in the total payable. Foreigners may take a benefit of reclaiming VATs at the airport for purchases made at shops but purchased goods must be taken out of the country within three months from the purchase date to be eligible for a tax refund. Visitors can receive a refund on a receipt for a minimum purchase of KRW 30,000. T-money T-money is a transportation card as well as a device used to pay for taxi fares and, in some cases, transactions at convenience stores. T-money card is rechargeable at any of the T-money vendors or Ticket Vending and Card Reload Devices installed in subway stations. Useful Websites Korea National Tourism Organization Gateway to Korea Shopping in Seoul Korea Immigration Service Incheon International Airport Namdaemun Market With 600 years of history, Namdaemun Market is a Korean traditional outdoor market which exudes a working class charm. It is particularly known for its cheap clothing, ginseng and seaweed (particularly popular with the Japanese and Chinese tourist crowds) and cheap optical wear. OPENING HOURS 23:00-17:00 (MON-SUN, Operating hours will vary by shop) ADDRESS Namdaemunsijang 4-gil 21, Jung-gu, Seoul, Korea TEL Dongdaemun Market DOOTA Mall Dongdaemun Market is a shopaholic's haven on steroids; from wholesale to retail shopping, Dongdaemun Market is your one-stop location for just about anything anytime of the day. If it's trendy fashion items that you want, then Dongdaemun Market is the place for you. OPENING HOURS 10:30-05:00 (MON - SAT), 10:30-24:00 (SUN) ADDRESS Jangchungdan-ro 275, Dusan Tower Building, Jung-gu, Seoul, Korea Coex Aquarium Bongeunsa Temple COEX mall COEX Aquarium is one of largest aquariums in Korea. COEX Aquarium showcases the incredible diversity of aquatic life around the globe across a series of 14 themed discovery zones, from the heights of the Andean mountains to the depths of the Amazonian rainforest, in ecosystems ranging from rivers and swamps to the deep sea. OPENING HOURS 10:00-20:00 (SUN-THUR), 10:00-21:00 (FRI-SAT) ADDRESS Yeongdong-daero 513, gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea TEL Located just next to COEX is Bongeunsa Temple, one of Seoul's best known Buddhist monasteries. One of the most inspiring views in Seoul can be had from just behind the temple's 23-meter-high statue of the Maitreya Buddha - the Buddha and the temple, surrounded by the souring skyscrapers of Gangnam, is one of the defining images of today's Korea. ADDRESS Bongeunsa-ro 513, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea TEL COEX mall, designed by Gensler - a globally acclaimed architecture firm Under the theme of Life is unfolding has five plazas, offering assorted shopping, entertainment facilities, and a variety of international restaurants with Korean traditional and modern gastronomy. All participants regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion will find something to their liking. OPENING HOURS 10:30-22:00 (MON-SUN) ADDRESS Yeongdong-daero 513, gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea TEL th Asian Racing Conference SEOUL nd Announcement 29

17 TRANSPORTATION Official Shuttle Service for the 37th ARC (Free of Charge) 37 th ARC Organizing Committee offers complementary airport pick-up and send-off services for all participants, arriving at Incheon and Gimpo International Airports. Shuttle buses will stop at the official hotels of InterContinental Hotel COEX, Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas, and IBIS Styles Ambassador Hotel. Every participant will be greeted by a staff with a signboard and guided to the shuttle bus stop. There also will be information desks at both airports and the designated location will be announced in the near future. General Information (Airport Official Hotels) Limousine Bus Limousine buses leave every minutes from the airport to hotels all over Seoul. There are several lines and routes available, and the ride normally takes about an hour. For the detailed information, visit Bus No Bus stops Incheon Airport Samseong stn., City airport Incheon Airport COEX InterContinental, IBIS Ambassador, Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas Operating Hours Incheon Seoul Traveling Time(Minute) Interval (Minute) 05:30 ~ 22: ~ 15 04:58 ~ 22: Incheon Airport COEX 05:30 ~ 23: ~ 20 Fare KRW 16,000 (US$15) KRW 16,000 (US$ 15) KRW 10,000 (US$ 9) Limousine Bus Station Airport Railroad Express (AREX) & Subway Route Incheon Int l Airport(AREX) Transfer at Hongik Univ. (Line 2) Samsung Station (Coex) Operating Hours Traveling Time(Minute) Interval (Minute) Getting to AREX 05:24 ~ 23: B1F Fare KRW 4,150 (US$ 4) Incheon Int l Airport AREX Transfer to line 2 Hongik Univ. Samsung (COEX) Taxi There are Regular, Delux/Jumbo and International taxes in Seoul. Black colored Deluxe or Jumbo and international taxies serviced in three languages (English/Chinese/Japanese) are clearly labeled and can also be ordered both for short or long trips. Estimated Fare Airport Traveling Time(Minute) Standard Luxury Incheon Airport 50 KRW 60,000 (US$ 54) KRW 80,000 (US$ 72) th Asian Racing Conference SEOUL 2018