GSHS Trip to Vietnam

Vietnam Tour

GARDEN SPOT HIGH SCHOOL

Mr. Mark Leaman

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Mrs. Lei Williams

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“There is no doubt that our young people need to be skilled in core subjects. But

they also must be prepared for the increasingly complex world they will

experience after graduation.

It is a world that demands an understanding of other people and cultures; the

ability to work in a team structure; and critical thinking, oral communication, and

decision-making skills. Our students deserve an education that will not only

provide skills in math and reading, but one that will equip them to meet the

challenges of a demanding global society.

For years, young people have had the opportunity to learn and practice some of

these important skills through educational travel programs offered by their

schools. Whether observing national landmarks or visiting other nations, travel

motivate students and expands their learning opportunities”

(Michael Palmer – article written for National School Board Association, 2003).

View the video at http://vietnamschooltours.com.au/

Some Reasons for

overseas travel:

CULTURE

CURRICULUM EXTENSION

EMPATHETIC UNDERSTANDING

SELF RELIANCE

COMMUNITY SERVICE

HAVING FUN

Trip Overview

Day 1: Arrive Hanoi –

Vietnam Food Tour

Day 2: Halong Bay

Day 3: Halong Bay – Dong Trieu Village -

Hanoi

Day 4: Hanoi City Tour Hoi An

Day 5: Red Bridge Cooking Class

Day 6: Hoi An Eco Tour

Day 7: Hoi An Saigon

Saigon City Tour

Day 8: Mekong Delta

Day 9: Cu Chi Tunnels – Bonsai Cruise

Day 10: Thien Phuoc Orphanage

home

Day 11: Arrive home today

Depart: June 14

Return: June 28

Travel Dates: June 14-28

Includes:

Cost - $2,500

Excludes:

• International flight to Vietnam and back

• Domestic flights flying with Vietnam Airlines

• Hotel accommodation

• Most meals

• All transfers (travelling on private A/C coaches)

• Entrance fees and permits

• English Speaking National Guide

• Gratuity (tipping money)

• Spending Money

• Passports

• Vaccinations

Now What?

• Expectations

• Trip preparation

• Restaurant trip

• Cultural class

• Passports

• Vaccinations

• Money - fundraisers

Deadlines

Commitment Date Dec. 19th

1st Instalment $600 Jan. 6th

Questions

“There’s only two times in life, there’s now and there’s too late”