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$7,465 USD per person - based on double occupancy for the full Culinary Program - including 10 nights in hotels, meals, beverages and experiences outlined in the Program Guide.

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All cancellations must be submitted in writing.

• The reservation fee is nonrefundable after 6 days from receipt and will be applied to the cost of the trip

• Cancellations received on or before Friday, October 17, 2025 will get a refund of 50% of investment paid (less the $1000 per person reservation fee and credit card fees);

• Cancellations received on or before Friday, February 13, 2026 will receive a refund of 25% of the deposits paid (less the $1000 per person reservation fee and credit card fees).

• No cancellation refunds after Friday, February 13, 2026, unless there is a waiting list for this Journey and your place can be re-sold. Substitutions will be accepted at no additional charge minus any non-recoupable expenses (ie internal airfare).




Flights: International AIRFARE IS NOT INCLUDED IN FEES.

Please arrive in Instanbul Airport (IST), no later than 6pm on April 17, 2026. Our first activity begins at the hotel at 5pm. Depart out of Kayseri Airport (ASR) on Monday, April 27, 2026. You will likely need to fly through Istanbul on your journey home or to other locations if you are extending your trip. Keep in mind there are TWO (2) airports in Istanbul. IST is the primary airport that you will want to fly in and out of to avoid a transfer between airports.




• By attending this journey, I understand photos will be taken on-site and that my photo may or may not be used for GROW marketing purposes and posting and tagging on social media. 

• At least one traveler in your room will be required to download WhatsApp (a free app that allows for free messaging anywhere in the world) to keep our CLJ travelers informed of any updates to the daily itinerary.

Itinerary is accurate at the time of this printing, but the producer reserves the right to make any changes they feel will enhance the trip or make it more enjoyable for all involved.

CLJ Code of Conduct - Behavior Guidelines and Policies

The behavior and conduct of our CLJ travelers affects GROW's overall image and success of the Culinary Learning Journeys. To ensure that all CLJ travelers have the “best experience ever” on a learning journey, please be aware and abide by the following code of conduct.

All travelers shall:

• Be mindful of local laws and respect the customs and culture of the trip location

• Be aware that illegal activities will not be tolerated. The laws abroad may be different from the laws in the US and must be followed. You will be subject to any legal consequences and immediate dismissal from the tour. No refunds will be applicable.

• Not consume excessive alcohol resulting in public intoxication or lewd behavior.

• Respect your fellow travelers by behaving responsibly. Do not exhibit disruptive or offensive behaviors including: abusive or degrading language, physically threatening actions, hurtful criticism, inappropriate touching or using sexually explicit language.

• X marks the spot. Be where you need to be when you need to be there. Scheduled activities are not mandatory but if you deviate from the planned program, you are responsible for any additional costs. No refunds from any scheduled programing will be given.

• Be mindful of your safety and belongings at all times, so that you can avoid any mishaps while traveling.

Foreign Travel and Local Laws

Participants agree to abide by all local laws while on tour and abroad, including those concerning drugs, alcohol and tobacco. If participants abuse or disobey local law they may be sent home at their own expense and waive the right to a refund for any of their tour fee. Participants should also be advised that if local authorities become involved, they would be subject to the laws and consequences of the country in which they are traveling.

In addition to the points above, you will find your trip more enjoyable if you spend some pre-travel time to educate yourself about the culture you’re visiting. Before you jet off across the world, do a little research. How do they dress? What do they eat? How do they say “hello” and “please & thank you”? This will help you adjust to the new environment and keep you from looking like a tourist. 

Billing may take place at the time of approval as well as post-journey upon returning home.

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In exchange for participation in the activities of a CULINARY LEARNING JOURNEY (CLJ) organized by the GROW FOUNDATION (GROW) and use of the property, facilities and services of GROW, I

I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT AND UNDERSTAND IT.  I FURTHER UNDERTAND THAT BY SIGNING THIS RELEASE, I VOLUNTARILY SURRENDER CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS.