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Media Studies School Trip To Los Angeles

Visit the City of Angels and mix among the stars of Hollywood Boulevard. Understand more about the entertainment industry, which is so essential to this city and learn how Hollywood got its name on this Media Studies school trip to Los Angeles.

Los AngelesUSAWest Coast USASchool TripsMedia Studies
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Highlights

01

Walk along Hollywood Blvd and visit Dolby's Chinese Theatre

02

Go Behind the Scenes of Warner Brothers & Paramount Studios

03

Learn tips from the pros and make your own short film

04

Meet a media Pro

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Royal Alexandra and Albert School

Suggested itinerary

Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7
Flight to Los Angeles. Flight time 10.5 hours approx Airport transfer to your accommodation Arrive at accommodation. Evening meal own arrangements. Overnight Los Angeles
Breakfast included Los Angeles Guided Tour Paramount Studios Tour Evening meal own arrangements Overnight Los Angeles
Breakfast included Producing a 3 minute short film workshop Film Industry Q&A Evening meal own arrangements Overnight Los Angeles
Breakfast included Warner Brothers Studio Tour Media- TV & Film (Meet the Media Pro) Evening meal own arrangements Overnight Los Angeles
Breakfast included Universal Studios Evening meal own arrangements Overnight Los Angeles
Breakfast included Santa Monica Transfer to Los Angeles airport Overnight flight to the UK
Arrive in the UK

What's included

Return flights UK to Los Angeles
Coast transportation for featured itinerary
Accommodation, bed and breakfast
Insurance
1 teacher place for every 10 students
Entrance fees*

*Entrance fees for the featured excursions and guides as detailed are included in typical price.

Recommended excursions

01 Los Angeles
02 Producing a 3-Minute Short Film
03 Film Industry Q&A
04 Warner Brothers Studio Tour
05 Media – TV & Film (Meet the Media Pro)
06 Universal Studios LA
07 Santa Monica
01 Los Angeles

Students can see for themselves the famous places so often seen in films and on TV. Beverly Hills is the stomping ground of the rich and famous and the glitzy Rodeo Drive is where they come to shop. Or take a trip down Hollywood Boulevard and see the famous names on the Walk of Fame, a tribute to artists working in the entertainment industry.

3 hours See on map
02 Producing a 3-Minute Short Film

Learn from the experts and produce your own short 3-minute movie. Understand the importance of how to make the perfect movie. Whether you are interested in producing, directing, writing or acting this is the place for you, and discover skills you never knew you had.

2 hours
03 Film Industry Q&A

A once in a lifetime opportunity for students to interact with a highly respected member of the entertainment community. This amazing setting allows students to get up close and personal, and ask the questions they have always wanted answered.

90 minutes
04 Warner Brothers Studio Tour

A chance to get a behind the scenes glimpse at this popular film studios with a knowledgeable guide. See outdoor sets and soundstages from well-known film and TV productions such as The Big Bang Theory, La La Land and Friends. The tour includes displays of props, costumes and vehicles including the Batmobile Collection. There is a working replica of the Central Perk Café from Friends.

3 hours See on map
05 Media - TV & Film (Meet the Media Pro)

Meet a media professional with a visit to one of LA’s most reputable institutions of Film and Television. Learn about the curriculum, history, innovations and its achievements. You will be up close and with state of the art facilities and equipment which the students use for their Film & TV classes.

2 hours
06 Universal Studios LA

Go behind the scenes on the legendary Universal Studios tour to explore Hollywood’s most famous backlot. Students climb aboard trams for a video-hosted tour that shows them Jaws lurking beneath the waters, explosive special effects of the Fast and the Furious, Wisteria Lane from the hit series Desperate Housewives and the legendary Bates Motel from Psycho.

Full day See on map
07 Santa Monica

Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the walkable town of Santa Monica north of Los Angeles. Attractions include the sandy beach and famous pier, the Pacific Park amusement park, Looff Hippodrome Carousel and Santa Monica Pier Aquarium. The original muscle beach is located next to the pier.

2-3 hours See on map
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Typical accommodation

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Hampton Inn Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles

Why groups like it:

Located in a residential suburb; Easy access to Interstate 405 for excursions programme
15 minute drive approx. from Universal Studios and Hollywood
Spacious rooms; Hot buffet breakfast; One site coach parking

Facilities:

All rooms with private facilities
Large breakfast area and separate area available for larger groups
Free WiFi
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Hostelling International Santa Monica See on map

Why groups like it:

Dormitory-style rooms with individual lockers
Range of on-site facilities to keep students occupied during downtime
Great location, within walking distance to Santa Monica Pier

Facilities:

Continental breakfast provided
Free Wi-Fi access; Games room
24-hour front desk

Learning outcomes

Subject focus

Students can:

  • Learn from the people that know what it takes to make it in LA
  • Experience behind the scenes of a functioning movie studio
  • Learn first-hand how to make a movie and leave with the finished product
  • Understand the multiple industries and skills involved in productions
  • Explore the history and development of the entertainment industry in Hollywood
  • Discover, explore and have fun with fellow students and teachers

Student outcomes

Students will have had an opportunity to:

  • Gain film making skills
  • Gain independence and self-confidence
  • Understand the importance of the film and entertainment industry in Los Angeles
  • Gain personal organisation skills, co-operation skills and work with others in a variety of environments

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