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Fundraising for Morgan Uceny’s Parents to Travel to Olympics in London

July 12, 2012

By Kathy Bottorff, AM 1050

How much does it cost to attend the 2012 Summer Olympics in London?  It costs at least $10,000 for airfare, hotel and tickets to some of the Track & Field events.

Brenda and Marty Uceny of Plymouth will be traveling to the Olympics in August to watch their daughter, and PHS graduate Morgan Uceny compete in the 1500.  Their trip of a lifetime includes nearly $1,400 per person for round trip airfare and $7,000 for a room at the Holiday Inn Express for 12 days.  Hotel cost includes breakfast each day, a tour of London, a cocktail party with fans, a gift bag, and guide assistance.

Continue reading at: am1050.com

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