Berlin & Krakow 2018

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1 Berlin & Krakow 2018

2 Tonight! We will give you information about the visit and this is also available in the Information Booklet so no need to make notes. Please ensure you read through the booklet as this contains extended information. Passports and EHICs will be stored in the school safe until departure and returned to the students on the journey back to Arden.

3 Travel Details Birmingham International Coaches to/from London Heathrow Bayern Express Coaches in Berlin Wygoda Travel Coaches in Krakow Sun 18 th February: Meet at Arden at 5:15am, Coach departs 5:30am promptly BA982 LHR to TXL (Berlin), Depart 9:55am / Arrive 12:50pm Thu 22 nd February: BA873 KRK (Krakow) to LHR, Depart 7:55pm / Arrive 9:30pm Coach arrives back at Arden approx midnight Checked baggage allowance: One piece of luggage per passenger weighing up to 23 kg per bag. Hand Baggage allowance: One standard-sized bag measuring no more than 90 x 75 x 43cm, including the handle, pockets and wheels. Please be aware of restrictions on hand baggage such as the restrictions on carrying liquids and the list of banned and restricted items carried in your baggage.

4 Accommodation In Berlin we will be staying at: A&O Berlin Mitte, Köpenicker Str , Berlin Phone: Own towels needed All rooms have en-suite

5 This is our hotel in Berlin

6 Accommodation In Krakow we will be staying at: Hotel Wilga, Przedwiośnie 16, Kraków, Poland Phone Hand and bath towels are provided All rooms have en-suite

7 This is our hotel in Krakow

8 Damages Guests are liable for any damages Room will be inspected upon our arrival to check for any damage Rooms will be inspected upon departure and any damage caused by our students will be discussed with parents/guardians to cover charges

9 Meals Full board basis - students will have breakfast, lunch (mostly packed lunches) and an evening meal provided. The first meal provided will be dinner on Sunday evening and the last meal provided will be lunch on the Thursday. Students should bring money to buy food for journey days. Special dietary requirements will be advised to the restaurants and hotels.

10 Contact Ms Wardle please only call in an emergency We will use Twitter to communicate our arrival in Berlin and estimated arrival time back at School UK Contact (name tbc)

11 Staff Ms Wardle Trip Leader, German speaker Mr Subires Deputy Leader Mrs Bhurra First Aid Dr Cannadine

12 Pocket Money Students will be responsible for their own spending money for this visit; we recommend around 70 and some money (pound sterling) for the journeys.

13 Luggage, Clothing & Equipment CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT Students must be able to carry their own luggage and please ensure all luggage is named. Do not put medication required for the journeys in hold luggage. Remember to check if you need to carry a doctor s note with any medicines being carried in hand luggage. The following items are essential: Sensible shoes Waterproof Hygiene products, e.g. soap, shampoo Pen and paper

14 Luggage, Clothing & Equipment Other equipment, clothing and provisions: Casual clothes (the weather can be varied, students should bring suitable clothing for bad as well as good weather check online for the weather forecast). Remember, this is not a fashion show. No crop tops or very short shorts. Alarm clock Plastic bags for dirty clothes Adapter for continental sockets (if bringing electrical equipment such as a hairdryer). It is sensible to liaise to bring one hairdryer per room.) Students may bring mobile phones and other personal items but they are responsible for their safe keeping at all times and are taken at your own risk as we cannot guarantee the safekeeping of these items whilst we are away. No external speakers will be permitted at any time including at the accommodation. Students will also be asked to turn off any noisy games for a period of quiet during the night. Students will be expected to sleep during this time.

15 First Aid & Medicines A supply of paracetamol, anti-histamine and travel sickness tablets will be taken. Your child may only be given this medication if have ticked the appropriate sections of the Final Consent & Medical Information Form. Students are responsible for taking their own medication as required all medication taken must be recorded on the Final Consent and Medical Form and students must inform staff if any medication needs to be taken. Students who have medical Care Plans copies of these will be taken on the visit. Spare medicines held at school will NOT be taken by staff for this visit; students should carry their own emergency medication, including spare medication which can be held by staff upon arrival in Berlin and returned to the student prior to leaving Krakow. In case of illness, students may be allowed to remain at the accommodation with supervision. Students will be accompanied to the doctor or to the hospital if appropriate. Parents will be contacted as necessary. School Travel Insurance Chubb European Group Ltd Policy UKBOAC74919

16 Behaviour & Expectations Discipline and respect for others is of utmost importance. Student rooms must not be regarded as social areas there is plenty of room in the accommodation where students can sit and chat. In the interests of the safety, welfare and enjoyment of everyone, we would ask you to observe the following guidelines on supervision: The Party Leader is in Loco Parentis at all times and has ultimate sanction to withdraw children at any time from the programme. Students are required to adhere to the Pupil Code of Conduct which has been signed. Failure to re-join the group at specified times during the visit will be treated as a serious issue. AN EDUCATIONAL VISIT Students are asked to bring pen and paper. Students will be encouraged to practise their language skills. They will also complete some written work during their visit. Appreciating a different culture is also part of the educational experience of the trip. Students should be considerate and polite when encountering things which they consider to be different. In particular, we would ask all students to try the food which is provided for them. It appears very rude to return large amounts of food uneaten. The trip is also a good social experience for the students and its success depends on strong teamwork. Students as well as adults are expected to contribute to this. We cannot afford selfishness and we can only do things quickly, efficiently and safely if the whole group works as a unit. SHOPPING students may be allowed free-time in shopping areas. students must remain in groups of a minimum of 4. students will be made aware of where a responsible adult can be found at all times in case of any problems. students will also be given a LOST CARD that advises the Trip Leader s mobile number for use in emergencies only (in case of getting lost or accidents).

17 Sunday 18 th February Sunday 18 th February 05:30 Meet your coach for your airport transfer approx. 2,5 hours. We advise checking in at least 2hrs prior to departure. 07:55 Arrival and check-in at London Heathrow airport, terminal 5. 09:55 Flight BA982 departs 12:50 Arrival Berlin Tegel airport Clear customs, collect luggage, and meet your coach transfer 14:30 Approx. arrival at hotel and check-in Own arrangements for visits in the afternoon Eastside gallery 20 min walk from hostel Shopping 19:00 Dinner at hostel

18 Monday 19 th February Monday 19 th February Breakfast at hotel and collect lunch packs Guided walking tour of Berlin (3 hours) Berlin Wall / Brandenburger Tor / Sight of Hitler s bunker / Reichstag Building / Memorial to the Murdered Jews Panorama Punkt in the afternoon Opening times: 10 am to 6pm Main entrance is from Potsdamer Strasse opposite DB-Tower 19:00 Dinner at hostel

19 Tuesday 20 th February Tuesday 20 th February Breakfast at hotel / check out collect lunch packs 09:00 Meet your coach and depart for Krakow approx. 7.5 hours Coaching is provided by WYGODA Travel in Krakow 18:00 Approx. arrival at hotel and check-in 19:00 Dinner at hotel

20 Wednesday 21 st February Wednesday 21 st Feb 07:00 Breakfast at hotel and collect lunch packs 07:30 Meet coach and depart hotel 09:00 Visit of Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial with local English speaking guide documentary film and headphones included. You will meet your guide at the ticket office 14:00 Arrival back in Krakow Plac Wolnica this is the closest drop off point at the Jewish Quarter where the Galicia Museum is. You could have a little free time at the Jewish Quarter. 15:00 Entry to Galicia Museum followed by meeting with Holocaust Survivor at 16:00 Walk to restaurant approx. 25 min 18:30 Morskie Oko - Folklore evening at traditional polish restaurant Transfer back to hotel (booked via Wygoda) 20:30 Coach pick-up: Plac Matejki min walk from restaurant

21 Thursday 22 nd February Thursday 22 nd Feb 08:30 Breakfast at hotel, check-out. Please load your luggage into coach as you will not return to hotel again. 09:00 Transfer to the city centre and get dropped at Blue Aparthotel where your guide will wait for you. Please drop your luggage here. 09:30 To 13:30 tbc Walking tour of Old Town including entry to Wawel Castle Lunch at: Gościniec Floriański Afternoon at leisure - shopping in old town 17:00 Join your transfer coach to the airport. Please meet at Blue Aparthotel and remember to collect your luggage. 17:55 Check-in at Krakow airport 19:55 Flight BA873 departs 21:30 Arrival London Heathrow airport, terminal 5. Meet your coach and transfer back to school approx. 2.5 hours

22 Reischtag Building Brandenburg Gate Wawel Castle Auschwitz Birkenau

23 Expectations Behaviour airport Behaviour in hotel we are not the only people there! No going into each other s rooms Staying together Dress code, particularly at memorial sites Small groups HAVE FUN!

24 Rooming and Small Groups Rooming will be sorted with the students by Mrs Bhurra and Mrs McCrone over the next couple of weeks Small Groups students will be allocated a small group leader and advised over the next couple of weeks.

25 Any questions? Please see us after the meeting or contact Mrs McCrone at school Thank you for coming tonight and see you on the 18th!