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Stories of WWII and Europe 9 Days the Perfect Balance of Learning, Fun and Culture Stories of WWII and Europe 9 Days The Perfect Balance of Learning, Fun and Culture Starting in 2012, Experience set out on a journey to bring learning to life through travel and immersion. In collaboration with top universities and industry innovators, we provide unparalleled experiences that inspire students to excel in their educational and career goals. Engaging students in education through travel increases cultural awareness and broadens students’ horizons, inspiring a lifetime of discovery. Benefits of Experiential Learning Experiential learning is the leading way to engage in education, putting curriculum into context to increase student success in the real world. Our integrated lesson plans are designed to continue the experience in the classroom. How to Propose a Program Choose from our selection of immersion study tours, camp programs and Get Started educational tours to match a specific subject of study or cultural experience. Promote the Experience Share with the school, parents and students about the selected program and offer fundraising options, so everyone can have the opportunity to participate. Travel Planning We provide packing lists, travel logistics, lesson plans and more to make planning easy. Building Strong Foundations The Five Pillars of Experience Curriculum-Based Experiential Learning More than simply an educational tour, we lead our travelers on interactive learning experiences that apply to their areas of interest. We collaborate with educators on their desired programs to create lesson plans that empower travelers to put learning into practice. By connecting our groups with industry experts through workshops, tours and lectures, as well as hands-on learning at museums of science, art and history, we integrate curriculum into all aspects of our trips. With our programs, the world becomes a classroom, demonstrating new ways of thinking, enhancing personal development and expanding global awareness. Curated Experiences Our travel experts are well-versed in destinations around the world, researching and developing custom itineraries that are most impactful to the educational goals of our travelers. By identifying key activities and addressing the values of educators, we design authentic programs that promote learning and group engagement. We go beyond the known, basic sightseeing trips, and discover experiences that truly capture the imagination. On our educational tours, travelers get to dig into the science, uncover the history and engage in the culture wherever they travel with us. Exclusive Safety and Travel Technology Our proprietary software is our innovative solution to safeguard our travelers. Advanced preparation is managed through our travel technology to ensure a safe and productive trip for all participants on our educational tours. Essential trip information is accessible to authorized individuals on our travel app, including flights, itineraries, medical details and contacts. With the real-time geofencing feature, no one gets lost in the crowd, and the leaders of the group have an awareness of where travelers are at all times. Communication within the tour group through our travel technology allows everyone to stay connected during the trip. Unparalleled Customer Service From day one, our Travel Specialists step into the shoes of our travelers to build a relationship from a true foundation and continue with them throughout the whole process. Our programs are collaborative, listening to what our travelers are looking for and asking questions, so we can set up the perfect educational tour together. For all our trips, we provide 24/7 on-call support over the phone and a licensed Tour Director who knows the program and the destination inside and out. We take pride in our programs, ensuring enriching and safe experiences, so our travelers have stories worth sharing for a lifetime. All-Inclusive Pricing Activities, transportation, meals and services throughout our educational tours are covered, as stated on the program itineraries. We have no hidden fees and any out-of-pocket spending is designed to give our travelers the freedom to explore. Guides and drivers are well-compensated as part of our services included, so the trip can move along smoothly without worrying over the details. Once the program begins, there’s nothing else left to do but experience! Daily Itinerary (9 Days) DAY 1 TRAVEL TO LONDON Depart home and fly overnight to London. DAY 2 LONDON Arrive in London and get acquainted with the city on a Westminster walking tour, taking in the sights, including Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace. • Arrive in London • Westminster walking tour DAY 3 LONDON Explore the galleries of St. Paul’s Cathedral and visit the American Memorial Chapel, dedicated to the thousands of Americans who died in Britain during WWII. At the Churchill War Rooms, see the permanent display that features the Cabinet War Rooms, an underground bunker hidden beneath Westminster. In the afternoon, visit the Imperial War Museum in London to experience the collected WWII history and the Holocaust Exhibition. After dinner, take a Tour Director-led tour of Piccadilly Circus, Covent Garden and through the middle of Leicester Square, where there’s a statue of William Shakespeare. • At St. Paul’s Cathedral, enter the American Memorial Chapel • Go to the Churchill War Rooms and explore the Cabinet War Rooms • Experience WWII history and the Holocaust Exhibition at the Imperial War Museum • Enjoy Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square and Covent Garden DAY 4 LONDON, BLETCHLEY PARK, PORTSMOUTH TO FRANCE On this morning’s guided tour of Bletchley Park, listen to stories about the codebreakers of WWII. Continue the journey to Portsmouth to visit The D-Day Story and view the Overlord Embroidery, a tapestry that commemorates D-Day and the Normandy landings. Board the overnight ferry to France, staying in cabins with four bunks. • Travel by motorcoach to Bletchley Park for a guided tour • Continue on to Portsmouth • Visit The D-Day Story, featuring Overlord Embroidery • Overnight ferry from Portsmouth to France DAY 5 CHERBOURG TO NORMANDY Arrive in France and travel to Sainte-Mère-Église for a Tour Director-led introduction to the local history of the invasion of Normandy. While exploring Utah Beach Museum, discover the preserved history of D-Day on the beach where the Allied troops invaded Normandy in WWII. Afterwards, take a guided half-day tour with a local historian on a journey to Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach and Normandy American Cemetery. • Arrive in Cherbourg, France • Learn the WWII history of Sainte-Mère-Église • Discover the D-Day history at the Utah Beach Museum • Guided half-day tour with a local D-Day historian to Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach and Normandy American Cemetery • Stay overnight in Normandy DAY 6 NORMANDY, VERSAILLES TO PARIS Experience the moral story woven into the Bayeux Tapestry, depicting the architecture of the medieval period. Explore the Palace of Versailles, viewing the Hall of Mirrors, the stylized gardens and impressive fountains with a local guide. Continue on to the hotel in Paris in time for dinner, enjoying the local cuisine. • Tour Bayeux Tapestry Museum with audio commentary • Explore the Palace of Versailles and the Gardens with a local guide • Arrive in Paris in time for dinner DAY 7 PARIS Take in the symbols of Paris, starting at a commemorative monument to the victory of the armies of France at the Arc de Triomphe. Stroll along Champs-Élysées, taking in the Parisian atmosphere of the avenue. Pass through the Place de la Concorde, the largest square in Paris. Walk through the lovely Tuileries Gardens and under the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel. Discover endless works of art, from Leonardo da Vinci’s original “Mona Lisa” to ancient Egyptian artifacts, at the world’s largest art museum, the Louvre. Have dinner in the Latin Quarter and tour the area on foot, learning more about its academic history and pass by the oldest university in Paris, the Sorbonne. • Ascend to the top of the Arc de Triomphe • Stroll down the famed Champs-Élysées • Pass through Place de la Concorde • Explore the Tuileries Gardens • Learn from a private educational guide on a tour of the world-famous Louvre Museum • Walking tour of the Latin Quarter DAY 8 PARIS Visit the vaults of history within the Hôtel des Invalides, including the Dome church to see the tomb of Napoleon. Ascend to the top of the Eiffel Tower for the best pictures of time in Paris. Take in the beauty of the iconic monuments there on a Seine River cruise through the heart of the city. Stroll the cobbled streets of Montmartre, where all the scenery looks like it came straight out of a movie. While here, stop at the charming artist hub, Place du Tertre. Visit the Sacré-Cœur Basilica to see the striking sculptures, architecture and panoramic view of Paris. • Visit the Hotel des Invalides, including the Army Museum and Dome Church • Ascend to the top of the Eiffel Tower • Go sightseeing on a Seine River cruise • Get inspired by Montmartre at Sacré-Cœur Basilica and Place du Tertre • Enjoy a farewell dinner this evening DAY 9 PARIS TO HOME Depart Paris and journey homeward. Trip Information Learning Outcomes On this nine-day tour of Europe, learn the background of the Allied troops who were there during World War II and explore the artistic symbols of local culture and history. Discover the stories of thousands of Americans who paid the ultimate price for freedom far from home at the American Memorial Chapel, The D-Day Story and the Utah Beach Museum. Educational visits to the Holocaust Exhibition, Bletchley Park and tours with a local historian drive home the impact that WWII had on so Servicesmany lives. Explore Included local architecture and culture from the medieval period of Europe to the still-growing art collections of present day, including the Bayeux Tapestry, Palace of Versailles, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre and the Latin Quarter.
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