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For those new to my website, or for returning students who are curious --
YES, we are going to Italy and Greece in the summer of 2005.
Our tour # is Mace-6784. Please check out the website for our tour. I will
post important information and deadlines there.
Our last meeting was Thursday, 21 April. If you missed the meeting, please
scroll down to retrieve documetns that were distributed then.
NEXT MEETING - Wednesday 25 May _KIDS ONLY!! Meet your roommates and discuss
packing, who will bring what, what to pack, how to pack, tourist etiquette,
and MUCH MORE. THIS IS A MANDATORY MEETING!!!
"MEETING" - MAY 6- Not really a meeting: TURN IN FOLDERS AND BUS MONEY AT
JJHS RM 113 BETWEEN 2 AND 5 ONLY
SInce so many folks have missed meetings due you our busy schedules, I will
be posting all materials distributed at meetings here. Then if you have
questions, you may call me either at home or at school. I think this will
expedite the distribution of communication,
FOLDERS are due May 6 - NO EXCEPTIONS!! Please don't wait till the last
minute! This is a FIVE DAY EXTENSION. Don't wait until the last minute to
order your passport or debit/credit card.
These can take some time, and you don't want to be late with your folders.
Avoid the late fee, and work on getting these competed NOW. I can't stress
enough how very important each part of this folder is!!
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DOCUMENTS FROM 4/21 MEETING
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ITALY AND GREECE 2005
Meeting Agenda
Thursday, 21 April
75 Days until departure: Wednesday, 6 July
Phone Chain:
• Please review the phone chain and verify your contact information.
• Add your number if it is missing.
Chaperone/Bus Lists:
• Mrs. Schilling is replacing Ms. Himelstein
• Please review.
• Final Revisions MUST BE MADE TONIGHT
Roommates:
• These rooming assignments have been made according to the bus
you are on, and the preferences you indicated.
• Some of you indicated that you wanted to be in doubles. This is not
possible unless you have paid for a double room.
• Typically students are in triples, unless they specifically request
and pay for a double.
• Adults are placed in doubles.
• Everyone will be in doubles on the cruise.
• Every effort will be made to accommodate your requested roommate on
the cruise.
Unpaid balances/Unverified Passport Information
If your name is listed here, please call customer service IMMEDIATELY
regarding confidential account issues
1.888.310.7120
Cindy and Jen Avis Noah Boujikian
Carling Devin Nick Dunstan
Rob Fletcher Elia Graci
Elizabeth Knapp Kelsey Kyte
Marc Lake Katherine Nelson
Bonnie Schilling Lauren Sieferman
Bus to Airport
• I have reserved two Chappaqua buses which will pick us up at JJHS,
and return us to JJHS when we come back from our trip.
• We will leave probably around noon on departure day depending on our
flight.
• The round trip fee is $30. This should be paid in cash by MAY 6.
Please bring you payment in an envelope with your name on it.
Special Plans and Concerns:
• Money Issues - $500-$700 total spending money should cover all
lunches, souvenirs. and shore excursions (The dollar is very weak
right now)
• Students MUST HAVE either TRAVELERS’ CHEQUES in EUROS or a DEBIT CARD!
• Students MUST HAVE approximately $50 in EUROS to take with us!
• DO NOT TAKE TRAVELERS’ CHEQUES IN US DOLLARS!!!!!
• DO NOT TAKE ALL CASH IN US DOLLARS!!!
• I STRONGLY RECOMMEND using MyTravelWallet.com to order your foreign
currency and travelers’cheques
• I STRONGLY RECOMMEND the EF Travel Card
• Rome – Villa Borghese, Vatican Gardens, Markets
• Athens – Cable car to panoramic top of mountain, Markets
FOLDERS AND BEHAVIOR CODE
• Due Wednesday, May 1, but I will take them NOW!!!
• We will have a meeting that evening, at RCK, time and location TBD
• Late folders will be assessed a nuisance processing fee of $25, as
indicated at our previous meetings
• We will not accept late folders without late payments, and
participants without folders may not be able to participate in the
tour.
• Additional passport pictures means PHOTOS that would be used to
process a passport application
• Photocopies of passport means a PHOTOCOPY of the first page of your
passport
Your Questions and Concerns
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CHAPERONE LISTS
BUS A
Mrs. Kennen Mr. Collins Mrs. Schilling
Kristi Kennen Stephanie Sweeney Cindy Franch
Lauren Keller Carling Devin Elizabeth Knapp
Rachael Kubikowski Leah Ragusa Meghan Hunt
Jaclyn Smith Billy Deloe Mark Lake
Jamie McGrath Els Antunes Anna Franch
Cat Bryson Matt Eyler Jennifer Mages
Cindy Avis Tim Redfearn Brianna Cabibbo
Jennifer Avis Anthony Fraioli Anastasia Pilourias
Amanda Tomaszewski Richard Iuele
Melissa Tomaszewski Nick Dunstan
Diane Vaccarino
BUS B
Mrs. Mace Dr. Cooke Mr. Fletcher
Laura Cordaro Jocelyn Dorosario Dan Fontanez
Glenn Licker Max Salley Phil Rapp
John Stanton Billy DiDiego Noah Boujikian
Justin Stockslager Brent Parker Caitlyn Portch
Nadine Guzman Derek Laffin Jen Ruby
Danielle Wright Kacee Cooke Jen Schwind
Nicole Chiviaroli Kelsey Kyte Lauren Sieferman
Amanda Kane Tim Laffin Katherine Nelson
Mike Broadwell Christina Farnorato
Michael Siciliano
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ROOMMATES
BUS A
Lauren Keller Tim Redfearn Sue Kennen
Rachael Kubikowski Matt Eyler Kristi Kennen
Jamie McGrath Marc Lake
Stephanie Sweeney Rich Iuele Cindy Avis
Carling Devin Nick Dunstan Diane Vaccarino
Leah Ragusa Anthony Fraioli
Cindy Franch Els Antunes Anna Franch
Elizabeth Knapp Elia Graci Bonnie Schilling
Meghan Hunt Billy Deloe
Amanda Tomaszewski Jen Mages
Melissa Tomaszewski Brianna Cabibbo Cat Bryson
Jaclyn Smith Anastasia Pilourias Jen Avis
BUS B
Mike Broadwell Glenn Licker Kacee Cooke
Tim Laffin John Stanton Kelsey Kyte
Justin Stockslager
Caitlyn Portch Dan Fontanez Kathie Mace
Jen Ruby Phil Rapp Colleen Cooke
Jen Schwind Noah Boujikian
Christina Farnorato Brent Parker Rob Fletcher
Lauren Sieferman Derek Laffin
Katherine Nelson Billy DiDiego Michael Siciliano
Max Salley
Nadine Guzman Nicole Chiviaroli Tim Laffin
Danielle Wright Amanda Kane
Laura Cordero Jocelyn Dorosario
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DOCUMENTS FROM 1/24 MEETING:
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ITALY AND GREECE 2005
Meeting Agenda
Monday, 24 January 2005
128 Days until departure!
RCK/JJHS List: Please indicate which school you attend
Phone Chain: If your name is indicated, please be sure to
paste your contact’s name on the Phone Chain
Chaperone List: Please review and indicate revisions you believe are
necessary. NEED TO KNOW TONIGHT!
Rooming List: Please indicate your preferred roommates.
Does any student intend to room in a double, or with
a parent? Please so indicate.
You will also need to indicate roommate preference
for the cruise. You are placed in doubles on
the cruise.
Suggested Packing list
Some Deadlines: Insurance - 28 February
Full Payment - BEFORE 15 April
Private/Closed Bus Discussion
Shore Excursions: See handout - Plan for @$245 to do ALL excursions
We can book cheaper excursions on our own - to be pre-
paid, as soon as dates are finalized OR
We can take the ferry to shore and wander on our own
to the beaches, sites, and markets OR
We can do the Cruise line excursions
Special Plans: Rome - Villa Borghese
Athens - Cable Car to panoramic top of mountain
Athens - Markets
FOLDERS and BEHAVIOR CODE
Your Questions and Concerns
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PACKING LIST
To give you an idea of what to bring, I am sharing with you my own packing
list. This should provide a pretty good guide for the ladies; gentlemen,
you will need to make the appropriate adjustments in gender specific items!
Warm up suit (for the plane) * Converter/Adaptor
Soap * SHOUT towelettes *
6 cotton tees ( *one for the plane) Dryer & hair products
2-3 cotton shirts Sunscreen and lip balm
3 sleeveless cotton shirts Skin-So-Soft
Zip lock plastic bags Wrinkle-Free spray
3 pairs of shorts Make up *
Reading materials *
5 pairs of capris/jeans Tooth paste & brush *
Journal *
Bathing suit and cover Deodorant *
10 pairs of underwear First-aid kit (Advil, band-aids,
( * one for the plane) Neosporin) *
Teva hiking sandals Sewing kit *
Sneakers and 3 pairs socks Alarm Clock
Black knit dress Cameras/film/batteries *
Black knit skirt Cotton sweater
Jeans jacket Back Pack *
Dressy outfit Toilet paper
2 pairs pjs Hand sanitizer *
Slippers Wrist watch *
Skechers sandals Rain poncho
Most of this I will pack in my checked bag, but I will put the items with an
asterisk into my carry-on, a rolling back pack. I have a large cosmetic bag
in this carry-on, in which I keep my NECESSARY toiletries so that I
can “freshen up” before we land. I would suggest you do something like this
as well. Comfort is VERY important!
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Shore Excursions for Aegean Discovery
(Prices are approximate)
EPHESSOS & THE HOUSE OF THE VIRGIN MARY
BY AIR-CONDITIONED MOTORCOACH / FOOT Duration: 3,5 hours (@$70)
Begin your tour with a Drive through the colorful and bustling town of
Kusadasi and along the coastal highway until you reach Mt. Koressos. Situated
in a small valley, it is here where you will visit the humble chapel, which
lies on the site of the little house where The Virgin Mary resided to after
the crucifixion and is believed to have spent her last days. Despite the many
controversies, the Christian World still favors this belief and the site, has
been officially sanctioned by the Vatican for pilgrimage. Continue on to the
site of Ancient Ephessos and accompanied by your Turkish guide, walk through
the Magnesian Gate, which is the entrance to the ancient city of Ephessos.
Your guided walking tour will take you through one of the most magnificent
excavated cities in the world. See the Odeon (concert hall), the Fountain of
Trajan, the steam-heated Baths of Scolastika, the Temple of Hadrian and the
Latrians, the Library of Celsus and The Great Theatre of Ephessos, where St.
Paul preached, which is the largest theatre in antiquity having a capacity of
24,000. Walk back to your motor coach along the Arcadian Way, which is where
Mark Anthony and Cleopatra once rode in procession as newlyweds. While
driving back to Kusadasi and just outside Ephessos, view the Basilica of St.
John, which was erected over his grave in the 6th Century AD by the Emperor
Justinian. And just downhill, lies the site of the famous Temple of Diana,
today in ruins. Before returning to the ship, enjoy free time in Kusadasi to
shop for every conceivable item, such as carpets, jewelry, local souvenirs,
leather goods and Turkish delights
ANCIENT EPHESSOS
BY AIR-CONDITIONED MOTORCOACH / FOOT Duration: 3 hours (@$45)
Through the colourful town of Kusadasi, drive along the coast and into the
verdant countryside to reach Ephessos, famous in antiquity for its Temple of
Diana - one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - and later the home of
St. John. During the years of the Roman Empire, the Greek port of Ephessos
became the greatest city in Asia Minor. Upon arrival at Ephessos, leave your
motorcoach and follow your guide, to enter this amazing ancient city through
the Magnesian Gate. Here, discover innumerable monuments including the Forum,
the Odeon, the Library of Celsus, the Thermal Baths of Scolastika and the
Great Theatre of Antiquity built in the Greek era and reconstructed in the
Roman period, which is still noted for its remarkable acoustics. View the
symbols all around and marvel at the fact that one is still able to read the
inscriptions in the ancient Greek language. Walk back to your motorcoach
along the Arcadian Way, where once Mark Antony and Cleopatra rode in
procession. As you drive back to Kusadasi, on a hill above Selcuk, just
outside Ephessos, view the Basilica of St. John, which was erected over his
grave in the 6th Century AD by the Emperor Justinian. And just downhill, lies
the site of the famous Temple of Diana, today in ruins. Before returning to
the ship, enjoy free time in Kusadasi to shop for every conceivable item,
such as carpets, jewelry, local souvenirs, leather goods and Turkish delights.
PATMOS: THE MONASTERY OF ST JOHN & GROTTO
BY AIR-CONDITIONED MOTORCOACH / FOOT Duration: 2 hours (@$60)
Depart the port of Scala and enjoy a short journey to the village of Chora,
where the Monastery of St. John is built within the walls of a strong
fortification. As you walk uphill towards the entrance of the Monastery
marvel at this magnificent structure which was built 900 years ago,
exceptional in its architecture. View the courtyard, the Monks dinning room
and the old bakery before you visit the main church noting its outstanding
frescoes and interior decoration. Next, see the priceless ecclesiastical
treasures housed in the beautiful but small museum: books and manuscripts,
mosaics, icons, splendid medieval textiles and vestments as well as jewelry.
Return to your motorcoach to continue on to the nearby Grotto of the
Apocalypse, where above stands the church of the Apocalypse, a sub-unit of
the main Monastery. Walk down the steps to visit the Grotto of the
Apocalypse. Here you will see the silver niches in the wall, that mark the
pillow and ledge used as a desk by the author of the Book of Revelations as
well as the three-fold crack made by the Voice of God emphasizing the honor
of the Trinity. Afterwards, drive back to the port of Scala and enjoy some
free time in this quaint and picturesque harbor. Take Note! Modest Dress is
required in the Holy Places, No Bare shoulders and knees must be covered.
Please watch your step when visiting the Grotto of Apocalypse. Guests that
have difficulty in walking are advised that a strenuous uphill climb is
involved to reach the Monastery.
SCENIC TOUR AROUND THE ISLAND
BY AIR-CONDITIONED MOTORCOACH Duration: 2,5 hours (@$50)
An interesting scenic island tour has been designed for those guests who
prefer to discover the beauties of Patmos within the comfort of your air-
conditioned motorcoach. Commencing your tour from the port of Skala you will
drive to the dominating central part of the island “Chora” which is the
location of the Majestic Byzantine Monastery of St. John the Divine, built in
1088. Your sightseeing will first bring you to the windmills of Chora, once
upon a time the landmark of all Aegean islands. Enjoy the view, take photos
and continue to visit the new active convent of Evangelismos (Annunciation)
in the south part of the island, which has a significant number of nuns who
follow the traditions. Afterwards, continue your drive around the island to
see its landscape of outstanding natural beauty comprised of rocky hills.
Dozens of tongues of land reaching out into the sea tranquil beaches and many
picturesque inlets, before you arrive to the village of Kambos located in the
north part of the island, where you will be welcomed with a refreshment and a
traditional local sweet. Ending your tour in the port of Scala you may enjoy
some free time in this quaint and picturesque little harbor
RHODES & LINDOS EXCURSION
BY AIR-CONDITIONED MOTORCOACH / FOOT Duration: 4,5 hours (@$60)
Leaving the harbor area, you will drive along the picturesque eastern
coastline, scattered with white-washed villages, until you reach Lindos. (A
drive of approximately 45 minutes). This enchanting site of the most
important of the three great cities of ancient times is guarded by the
medieval walls constructed by the Knights of St. John in the 13th century.
Within stands the ancient Acropolis of Lindos on the brick of a precipice 400
feet above sea level. From the Acropolis you will stand in awe with the
breathtaking views of the great expanse of the Pelagus and St. Pauls Bay,
which is where the Apostle himself cast anchor during his historic voyage to
Ephessos. You will proceed, on foot, up the Great staircase leading from the
Hellenistic portico to the Temple of Athena, considered the most worshipped
temple of the Ancient Greek World. After your visit to the Acropolis there
will be some time for shopping in the interesting little shops that line the
narrow streets of this attractive village. You will rejoin the motorcoaches
and drive back to the town of Rhodes where you will commence your walking
tour of the Old Medieval City of Rhodes at the Port dAmboise and stroll
through the Medieval Old City, down through Chevaliers Road and view the
Palace of the Knights of St. John not to mention the medieval houses of the
Knights. Continue on and pass by the Hospital of the Knights of St. John,
before meeting back up with your motorcoach at the Marine Gate. Take Note! A
short stop is foreseen at a ceramic workshop to see how the traditional and
world famous Rhodia
OLD CITY AND PHILERIMOS
BY AIR-CONDITIONED MOTORCOACH / FOOT Duration: 3 hours (@$50)
Drive along the medieval walls to the summit of Mount Smith, the Acropolis of
Ancient Rhodes. From the tumbled massive pillars of a Temple of Athena, the
view encompasses the nearby Temple of Apollo, the Stadium of Diagoras and the
port, which was once protected by the Colossus of Rhodes – one of the Seven
Wonders of the Ancient World. The drive continues across the island to
Philerimos. The summit of Philerimos was the site of Ialysos, one of the
three ancient cities of Rhodes. Later remains include the restored Byzantine
Church of Our Lady of Philerimos, a chapel with 15th century frescoes and a
ruined castle of the Knights. After the visit and free time, you will return
to the Old City of Rhodes and begin a guided walk of the Medieval walled city
to the Porte dAmboise. It will be a pleasure to stroll the Street of the
Knights with its medieval buildings, winding alleys, towers, turrets and
emblazoned facades. Then visit the impressive Grand Masters Palace and have
the chance to see, among others, the superb mosaics. After your pleasant
walk, pass through the Marine Gate to meet up with your motorcoach and return
to the ship.
Take Note! There will be easy and flat walking involved in the Old Town. • A
short stop is foreseen at a ceramic workshop to see how the traditional and
world famous Rhodian ceramics are made
LINDOS WITH LUNCH BY THE BEACH
BY AIR-CONDITIONED MOTORCOACH / FOOT Duration: 8 hours (@$45)
Depart with your motorcoach from the harbor of Rhodes and drive alongside the
walls of the Medieval city and Mandraki Harbor where once stood the 27 meter
Bronze statue of the Colossos of Rhodes, one of the seven wonders of the
Ancient World. Commence your walking tour at Port dAmboise where you will
stroll through the Medieval Old City, down through Chevaliers Road and view
the Palace of the Knights of St. John not to mention the medieval houses of
the Knights. Continue on and pass by the Hospital of the Knights of St. John,
before meeting back up with your motorcoach at the Marine Gate.
Afterwards enjoy a relaxing drive along the eastern coastline as you make
your way to the village of Lindos (approximately 45 minutes drive). On
arrival, follow your guide and proceed on foot uphill to explore the
Acropolis of Lindos, which overlooks the Aegean Sea and the historic Bay of
St Paul. Marvel at the breathtaking views, and sites of this amazing Ancient
City. Afterwards, time will be given to discover this picturesque village at
the foot of the hill at your own pace before meeting backup with your guide
at the stated time and place. Continue on to a leading five star beach hotel,
half an hour away in the highly populated tourism spot of the
island “Faliraki”. Here you will enjoy a full variety lunch buffet along with
house wine before relaxing in the afternoon sun by the pool, on the beach, or
in the hotels surrounding gardens. Hotel facilities, sun beds are included.
Water sports if desired will be at an extra cost.
At the stated time meet back up with your guide for the drive back to the
harbor and your ship. Take Note! Towels will be supplied by the ship and
should be returned after use. Hotel facilities, umbrellas and sun-beds will
be available on the beach for use. A short stop is foreseen at a ceramic
workshop to see how the traditional and world famous Rhodian ceramics are
made. The order of sites visited may change in order to avoid overcrowding of
motorcoaches and tourists.
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ITALY AND GREECE FOLDER
Please gather these items together and check them off as you include them in
your folder. We need completed folders no later than 1st May 2005
All of these items will be held in the strictest confidence and will be kept
in a secure binder by your child’s chaperone.
We need each of these items in the event of any sort of emergency.
Thanks for your help!
CONTENTS:
_____ Signed copy of Behavior Code
_____ Photocopies of the first two pages of your passport (2)
_____ Photocopies of your birth certificate (2)
_____ Additional Passport Photos (2)
_____ Photocopies of your insurance card – both sides (2)
_____ Photocopies of Credit/ATM cards – both sides (2)
_____ ORIGINAL prescription for any medication taken on a regular
basis
_____ Essential Tour Information Form – Completed
_____ $74 CASH Gratuity
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ESSENTIAL TOUR INFORMATION
Please complete the following form and return it to the Tour Group Leader
(Mrs. Kathie Mace)with all the required attachments in the Tour Folder you
received.
Student/Traveler Name: _____________________ _________________
(last) first)
Parent/Guardian Name: _____________________ _________________
(last) first)
Address:
_______________________________________________
_______________________________________________
Phone Numbers: (_____)_______________ (____)____________
(home) (Parent/Guardian work)
E-mail Address: ______________________
Medical Information - CONFIDENTIAL
Insurance Company:
________________________________________________
ID #: ______________________
Phone Number of Insurer: ______________________
Medical Conditions:
________________________________________________
________________________________________________
Prescriptions:
________________________________________________
Allergies:
________________________________________________
Passport Information
Passport number: ________________ Place of issue:___________________
Date of issue: ________________ Date of expiration:________________
Attachments:
____ Photocopies of passport page(s) - 2
____ Passport photos - 2
____ Photocopies of Insurance card - 2
____ Photocopies of Credit/ATM cards - both sides - 2
____ Photocopies of Birth Certificate - 2
____ Tip Money: $74 cash or check made out to K. Mace
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BEHAVIOR CODE
Code of Behavior/Student Contract
We want your upcoming tour to be an educational adventure full of
opportunities to learn and have fun. You will be sharing once-in-a-lifetime
experiences with the people with whom you will be traveling. This unique
exchange will lend different perspectives on your individual view of the
world as well as enable you to enjoy the camaraderie which develops when a
group travels together. The success of your tour depends on your ability to
master the art of traveling in a group setting. Developing positive
attitudes and cultivating behaviors which create harmony within the groups
will produce a more enjoyable tour.
For your own protection and to help you benefit most from your tour, we have
developed this Student Code of Behavior: specific “do’s” and “don’ts.”
These behavioral requirements reflect a very high standard of conduct. You
are expected to observe them at all times, with standards equally as high.
Each student wishing to participate in the tour must read and understand this
Student Code of Behavior, sign it, and have his/her parents sign it.
Do’s
1. Do consult the Bulletin Board which your tour director will post in the
lobby of your hotel each morning for your daily schedule of activities.
2. Do participate in all planned tour activities such as sightseeing tours,
meals, and evening events. These are mandatory, and they constitute
the trip for which you have paid. The only acceptable excuse for absence is
illness. Such an absence must be approved by your teacher.
3. Do arrive on time for all tour activities. Lateness will cause everyone
in the group to miss some of the planned activities.
4. Do retire to your assigned hotel room at the curfew time. Room checks
will be made every night and curfew time will be strictly enforced. In-
Room/QUIET HOURS curfew is 11:00. There may be times that our group activity
runs past 11 p.m. In this case, when we return to the hotel, the curfew is
in effect, and you must remain in your own room.
5. Do keep yourself and your belongings neat and orderly. Make a special
effort to keep your hotel room and our tour bus NEAT and CLEAN. This is for
everyone’s benefit, comfort, and enjoyment!
6. Do pay for phone calls and other incidental personal expenses on the
evening prior to departure from the hotel.
7. Do take care of your personal belongings. Neither your teachers nor the
touring company will be held responsible if any of these are lost or
misplaced. The recovery of any such items will be the responsibility of and
at the expense of the participant.
8. Do show consideration and respect for your fellow travelers, teachers, and
your tour director, as well as other individuals you may encounter as you
travel.
9. Do use good judgment and obey the laws. Serious offenses will result in
immediate dismissal from the tour and premature return home.
10. Do LISTEN CAREFULLY to all chaperones, your Tour Director, and other
guides, teachers, and parents who may be on the tour.
11. Do make sure that you ALWAYS HAVE THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE HOTEL WITH
YOU, AS WELL AS MRS. MACE’S INTERNATIONAL CELL PHONE NUMBER (FOR EMERGENCY
PURPOSES ONLY).
Don’ts
1. Do not change your assigned hotel room. For your own protection, always
lock your hotel room at all times.
2. Do not open the door to your hotel room unless you know the person.
Always call a chaperone before opening the door at the hotel for someone you
do not know.
3. Do not leave the tour group individually for any reason whatsoever.
Students should always be in groups of 3 and 4 during free time activities.
All free-time activities must be accompanied by an adult.
4. Do not go out at night unless accompanied by an adult from your group.
5. Do not leave your hotel room for any reason whatsoever once bed check has
been conducted by your teachers. Please note that the hotel staff will
notify your teacher if there is any infraction of this rule.
6. Do not engage in inappropriate behavior in hotels, such as running the
hallways, slamming doors, loud shouting, etc. The law abroad protects the
rights of any individual to a restful night’s sleep and the police will
enforce this right.
7. Do not visit rooms of members of the opposite sex -- DAY OR NIGHT. No
mixed gender room visits are allowed. You may visit and “hang out” in the
lobby of the hotel.
8. Do not damage or misappropriate hotel property, which will create both a
delay in departure and a financial liability.
9. Do not change your bus assignment.
10. Do not smoke at any time.
11. Do not purchase inappropriate reading material or media.
12. Do not obtain any body piercings and/or tattoos.
13. Do not enter or ride in any unapproved motor vehicle. The only approved
motor vehicles are those provided by the tour director or local public
transportation. DO NOT attempt to drive ANY motor vehicle!
14. Do not drink alcoholic beverages at any time during your tour.
15. Do not engage in any drug-related activities during your tour. You are
forewarned that the use and/or possession of drugs in the U.S., on board an
aircraft and while abroad constitutes breaking the law and is punishable by
immediate imprisonment. Your teacher and tour director will not be able to
help any student who violates the law. Even U.S. Consular intervention will
not bring about the release of an offender.
Remember:
You are visiting foreign countries as a “Good-will Ambassador” of the United
States, and many of the people with whom you come in contact will have only
you and your group by which to judge us. While abroad, you may encounter a
number of customs which differ from what you are used to. At such times,
you’ll find that courteous and considerate behavior is appreciated by
everyone, and bridges many cultural differences.
Consequences:
Please be aware that any infraction of these rules is VERY SERIOUS and may
ultimately result in early termination of your trip. We don’t want that to
happen! Any first violation of rules 1-13 will cause us to immediately
telephone your parents (collect), and you will explain to them what you have
done. Additionally, you will be on probation. This means that you will be
seated on the bus with the chaperone to whom you have been assigned, and you
will spend all of your time with that chaperone until he/she determines that
you are again worthy of our trust and that you are not putting our trip at
risk in any way. After this warning, however, the next violation will cause
us to send you home at your parents’ expense. Any violation of rules 14 &
15 will result in your immediate departure for home. Please don’t put us in
the position of needing to do this.
Behavior Contract: (To be signed by students and/or parent/guardian)
I, the undersigned (and/or my parent or guardian if I am under 25), as an
applicant for the Summer 2005 tour of Italy and Greece, have read the Student
Code of Behavior, and agree to abide by its standards. I further understand
that:
1) This is a supervised program and I agree to maintain any group
standards set forth, and further, to indemnify Explorica Tours and the
chaperoning teachers against any consequences which may ensue as a result of
my refusal to comply with such regulations. I agree that the tour director
and chaperones have the right to enforce such rules, standards, and
instructions, and that my participation in the program may at any time be
terminated in light of my failure to follow these regulations, the
instructions of my teachers, the tour director, or for any other reason which
the cooperating staff may deem to be in the best interest of the group.
I agree to being sent home at my own (or my parents’) expense and
waive the right to any refund of program fees.
2) If I am expelled from school or otherwise disciplined by my
teachers or local authorities, or if I fail to meet any requirements for
participation in the program as set forth by my teacher, school, or any other
institution, I may be ineligible to participate.
Student and Parent/Guardian Signature Required:
Student’s Signature: ______________________________________________
Date: ____________________________________________________________
If student is under 25 years if age, the following must be completed:
I certify that I am the parent or legal guardian of the above named student,
that I have read and that I understand the Student Code of Behavior as
delineated here, and that I accept and will be bound by its terms and
conditions on my own behalf and on behalf of the student named above.
Parent/Guardian’s Signature: ______________________________________ |
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