An Unforgettable Experience Awaits
Based in Orlando, in the ‘Sunshine State’ of Florida, this tour combines educational activities with the fun of theme parks. Your group will enjoy being at the hub of the largest concentration of exciting entertainment attractions in the world. Edutainment will keep students engaged whilst having fun!
Trip Highlights
Classic attractions at Disney’s Magic Kingdom
Universal Studios, the world’s premier movie TV theme park
Space exploration at the Kennedy Space Centre
Disney’s Animal Kingdom, world’s largest animal-themed park
Recommended excursions
Magic Kingdom Park
The original theme park of the Walt Disney World Resort. Enchanting entertainment, classic attractions, beloved Disney characters. The park features the iconic Disney Castle and over 40 themed attractions in seven lands. See the parades and meet the Disney characters. There are shops, restaurants, live entertainment and fireworks. Minimum Two-Day Disney Parks Pass only available in conjunction with a Disney Youth Education Programme. (e.g. Energy and Waves Physics Lab)
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
The world’s largest animal-themed park full of attractions, adventure and fantastic animals. Enjoy the magic of nature with exotic animals including elephants, rhinos, lions, tigers, zebras, giraffes, hippos and birds where conservation is key. World-class rides include Avatar – flight of Passage, Expedition Everest, Kali River Rapids, Kilimanjaro Safari, Na’vi River Journey. Minimum Two-Day Disney Parks Pass only available in conjunction with a Disney Youth Education Programme. (e.g. exploring careers in the zoological sciences)
Epcot Centre (WDW)
Experience attractions and entertainment dedicated to technological innovation in Future World. Hang glide above the breath-taking wonders of the world in Soarin’ Around the World. Design a virtual concept car and put it to the test in the thrilling, high-octane attraction Test Track. Blast off on a thrilling simulated NASA-style mission to Mars – or orbit the Earth in Mission: SPACE. Great educational attractions combined with the culture and cuisine of 11 nations. Minimum Two-Day Disney Parks Pass only available in conjunction with a Disney Youth Education Programme (e.g Evolution of Technology)
Disney Youth Education Service
Disney’s theme parks serve as a learning laboratory! Students are given a hands-on educational adventure. Practice teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving as your group participates in one-of-a-kind learning moments using the magic of Disney. Guided, in-park educational field studies with courses in Applied Sciences, Environmental Studies, Liberal Arts and Leadership Development. Minimum Two-Day Disney Parks Pass only available in conjunction with a Disney Youth Education Programme
Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
Plenty of attractions for all ages including thrill waterslides, a surf pool with 6-foot waves and a lazy river. Minimum Two-Day Disney Parks Pass only available in conjunction with a Disney Youth Education Programme
Universal Studios, Orlando
The world’s premier movie and TV based theme park and a working film and TV production studio. Great attractions include: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley and the Escape from Gringotts Hogwarts Express, The Simpsons Ride, Shrek 4 – D, Revenge of the Mummy, Transformers: The Ride-3D Men in Black, Alien Attack, The Blues Brothers Show, E.T. Adventure and much more!
Universal’s Islands of Adventure
Step right into some of the greatest myths, legends, cartoons, comic books, children’s tales and movies at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Journey through remarkable islands offering rides and attractions including Skull Island: Reign of Kong, Marvel Super Hero Island, Toon Lagoon, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade, Jurassic Park – The Lost Continent and Seuss Landing. Educational activities include Behind the Adventure tour and Rip Ride Rockit science workshop
Universal Orlando Resort Youth Programmes
The Universal theme parks’ top attractions are transformed into creative learning environments to deepen students’ understanding of STEM concepts. Science students can learn a heart-pounding lesson in physics that teaches just what makes roller coasters like Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit so thrilling. Other subjects covered are Business studies, Marketing, Storytelling and Food Technology.
Kennedy Space Center
Discover NASA’s launch headquarters, the USA’s gateway to exploring, discovering and understanding the universe. Tour the Launch Pads, the vehicle Assembly Building and the Apollo Saturn V center where you will walk beneath a massive Saturn 5 rocket. See IMAX movies taken from space on a 5 storey screen. Enjoy shows and exhibits at the visitor complex and personal mementos and historic spacecraft in the astronaut Hall of Fame.
Orlando Science Centre
This interactive science centre focuses on STEM education through exciting, interactive experiences. Explore artificial intelligence in ‘Your Mind & The Machine’. Learn about the amazing animals and plants that are indigenous to Florida in NatureWorks. Explore the fundamentals of forces, the principles of physics and engineering in ‘Kinetic Zone! Fusion: A STEAM Gallery’ shows that art and design aren’t removed from science. Encounter giant fossil replicas of ancient sea creatures and dinosaurs in DinoDigs. Experience weather and earth science Our Planet.
WonderWorks
Located on International Drive and open late in the evening WonderWorks combines education and entertainment with over 100 hands on exhibits. Explore six Wonder Zones: the Extreme Weather zone, the Physical Challenge zone, the Space Discovery zone, the Wonder Art gallery, Light and Sound zone and an Imagination lab.
The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show at WonderWorks
The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show at WonderWorks is a dinner show with comedy improvisation, magic and audience participation. The dinner show includes unlimited pizza plus salad, drinks and dessert.
Typical accommodation
Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando – 3 star
Why groups like it:
- Well located for access to main attractions
- Large comfortable hotel
- Rooms with two large double beds
Facilities:
- Private bathrooms in all rooms
- Air conditioning, hairdryer, TV, Safe and mini-fridge in all rooms
- Free Wifi, on-site shop, video arcade room, swimming pool (unsupervised)
Itinerary suggestion
1 Flight to Orlando. Flight time 9.5 hours approx
2 Airport transfer to your accommodation
3 Arrive at accommodation. Evening meal own arrangements.
1 Breakfast included
2 Disney Animal Kingdom or Magic Kingdom Park with Youth Education Programme
3 Evening meal own arrangements
1 Breakfast included
2 Epcot Centre with Youth Education Programme
3 Evening meal own arrangements
1 Breakfast included
2 Universal Studios or Universal’s Islands on Adventure
3 Evening meal own arrangements. We suggest the Outta Control Magic Dinner show at WonderWorks
1 Breakfast included
2 Kennedy Space Centre
3 Evening meal own arrangements
1 Breakfast included
2 Orlando Science Centre
3 Transfer to Orlando Airport
4 Overnight flight to the UK
1 Arrive back in the UK
Learning outcomes
Subject focus
Students can:
- Experience learning outside the classroom in another country
- Broaden students’ minds through edutainment
- Use hands-on learning to improve collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, and communication
- Build confidence and learn new and valuable skills
- Explore with teachers and fellow students
Student outcomes
Students will have had an opportunity to:
- Visit another country and experience another culture
- Gain knowledge from chosen educational programmes
- Gain independence and self-confidence
- Learn about the technologies that have enabled the exploration of space
- Strengthen existing friendships and make new friends
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The trip was incredibly well planned, and easy to lead. The staff are really helpful and kind and are quick to act on any queries or problems that arise.
St Ivo School
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