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Science School Trip to Florida

Your group will enjoy being at the hub of the largest concentration of exciting entertainment attractions in the world in Orlando, in the sunshine state of Florida. A hub for space exploration and home to the must-see NASA Kennedy Space Centre, Orlando is also host to many other excursions at the Universal Studios and Disney World that will inspire and educate your students.

Edutainment will keep students engaged and will enhance their STEM experience through educational workshops.

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Highlights

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A Disney Science Education programme at Epcot Centre

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Hands-on scientific activities at the Orlando Science Centre

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Space exploration at the Kennedy Space Centre

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Wildlife conservation & research at Disney's Animal Kingdom

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Overall experience of booking trip was great. Really helpful staff that are able to inform and accommodate all needs. The trip itself was brilliant, great city, clean and bright accommodation with super friendly staff. Would definitely recommend booking through Travel bound and would do so again. Thanks you!

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Suggested itinerary

Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7
Flight to Orlando. Flight time 9.5 hours approx Airport transfer to your accommodation Arrive at accommodation. Evening meal own arrangements
Breakfast included Epcot Centre with Youth Education Programme Evening meal own arrangements
Breakfast included Disney Animal Kingdom with Youth Education Programme Evening meal own arrangements
Breakfast included Florida Airboat Adventure WonderWorks Evening meal (we suggest the Outta Control Magic Dinner show at WonderWorks)
Breakfast included Kennedy Space Centre Evening meal own arrangements
Breakfast included Orlando Science Centre Transfer to Orlando Airport Overnight flight to the UK
Arrive back to the UK

What's included

Return flights UK to Florida
Overseas airport transfers
Coach transfers for the featured itinerary
Accommodation, bed and breakfast
Insurance
1 teacher place for every 10 students

NB: Entrance fees for the featured excursions are not included in typical price

Recommended excursions

01 Magic Kingdom Park
02 Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
03 Epcot Centre (WDW)
04 Disney Youth Education Service
05 Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
06 Universal Studios, Orlando
07 Universal’s Islands of Adventure
08 Universal Orlando Resort Youth Programmes
09 Kennedy Space Center
10 Orlando Science Centre
11 WonderWorks
12 The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show at WonderWorks
01 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)

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02 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)

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03 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)

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04 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

3 hours
05 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

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06 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!

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07 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

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08 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.

3 hours
9 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.

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10 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.

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11 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.

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12 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.

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Typical accommodation

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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)

Learning outcomes

Subject focus

Students can:

  • Experience learning outside the classroom in another country
  • Maximise STEM learning through educational workshops at major visitor attractions
  • 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:

  • Gain independence and self confidence
  • See the application of science, technology, engineering and math’s in different environments
  • Consider the value of Space Exploration to the human race
  • Learn about the technologies that have enabled the exploration of space
  • Strengthen existing friendships and make new friends

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