SCHAUMBURG HIGH SCHOOL BAND DIRECTORS: KEVIN MILLER & VINNIE INENDINO DESTINATION: ORLANDO, FL AND OUTBACK BOWL (TAMPA, FL) DATES: DECEMBER 26, 2013 - JANUARY 2, 2014 SUGGESTED ITINERARY AS OF SEPTEMBER 16, 2013 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 26 8:00 AM 4 Peoria Charter Motor coaches arrive at Schaumburg H.S.; begin loading 1100 West Schaumburg Road Schaumburg, IL 60194 9:00 AM Depart for Orlando, FL (1183 miles, 21 hours drive time) Afternoon Lunch en route (student cost) Evening Dinner en route (student cost)
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 27 Morning Breakfast en route (student cost) 9:30 AM Arrive in Orlando at Disney s Hollywood Studios Salute the world of showbiz - from the Hollywood classics of yesteryear to the best in popular entertainment. Come take center stage as the star of your own adventure - from rock 'n' roll fantasy to Broadway- style stage spectaculars; from the silver screen to the TV screen to behind the scenes. That's entertainment! Don t Miss: Step right up and compete in Toy Story Mania! a new, interactive Toy Story adventure inspired by the Disney Pixar "Toy Story" films! Grab some 3- D glasses, board a ride vehicle and zip off into a world of midway- style games hosted by some of your favorite "Toy Story" characters! Use your spring- action shooter to launch ammo at targets and rack up points. PM Lunch in the park (student cost) Check- out: Rock n Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith.: Are you ready to brave the L.A. freeways? Zoom from 0-60 mph with the force of a supersonic F- 14, take in high- speed loops and turns synchronized to a specially recorded soundtrack and zip through Tinseltown in the biggest, loudest limo you've ever seen. Don t Miss: The American Idol Experience PM Dinner in park (Disney dining card will be provided) HINT: For GREAT seats to Fantasmic, arrive at least 1 hour prior to show time! 6:30 PM View Fantasmic! Experience the fun, fancy and fears of our hero as he battles the forces that turn his vibrant dreams into a vivid nightmare. Mickey faces off against Disney villains in a lavish spectacular of dancing water, dramatic music, breathtaking animation, lasers, fireworks and surprises. (based on 2013 schedule/availability) 7:30 PM Load motor coaches; depart for the Rosen Centre Hotel PM Check- in to the hotel
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 28 7:00 AM Enjoy breakfast at the hotel 8:00 AM Load motor coaches; depart for Epcot Bus Parking AM Drop off students / chaperones not in 9am workshop 8:30 AM Depart for Backstage Epcot 9:00 AM Schaumburg HS Band (1) participates in the You re Instrumental Workshop 11:30 AM Release into the park from backstage Afterwards Afternoon Enjoy the day at Epcot Celebrate the fascinating cultures and numerous wonders of the world around you through dazzling shows, interactive experiences and amazing attractions. Marvel at the power of human imagination to set the spirits soaring. Lunch in park (student cost) 1:00 PM Meet in Italy at the Brown Door 1:30 PM Schaumburg HS Band (2) participates in the You re Instrumental Workshop 3:00 PM Release into the park from backstage Don t Miss: Soarin : A serene, multisensory attraction that simulates a peaceful hang- gliding flight over California. Experience the feeling of free flight from 40 feet in the air while surrounded by scenic panoramas including the Golden Gate Bridge, Malibu and LA. Check- out: Voices of Liberty: Known as the "United States Vocal Ambassadors to the World," this acclaimed singing group presents incredible a cappella versions of best- loved America songs. In addition to appearing at Epcot, they have been invited to sing for several United States Presidents and heads of state. Evening Dinner in park (Disney dining card provided) 9:30 PM View IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth The sky erupts with light and fire as this nighttime spectacular celebrates our world. It s the most magnificent show of its kind in our history, with dazzling special effects, colorful lasers, brilliant fireworks, and fiery torches all choreographed to an incredible musical score. 9:45 PM Load motor coaches; return to the hotel
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29 7:30 AM Enjoy breakfast at the hotel AM Check out of the hotel 8:30 AM Begin loading motor coaches 9:00 AM Depart for the Ticket & Transportation Center AM Take the ferry over the Magic Kingdom Follow your Disney dreams to a place where storybook fantasy comes to life. Seek out adventures, create magical memories with beloved characters and discover the fun where imagination reigns. Check- out: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad: Ride this rollicking runaway train that rushes through the gold- mining, Old West town of Tumbleweed in Frontierland. Beware when the rails go clackety- clack because your car's about to run over treacherous terrain! 11:00 AM Group meets 12:30 PM Schaumburg H.S. marches in the Mickey s Very Merry Christmas Pre- Parade This spectacular parade of giant Disney snow globes is a tribute to all those stories and characters that have touched our hearts down through the years. From start to finish it s a flurry of classic Disney moments frozen in time. More than a hundred Disney characters are brought to life through music, magic and special effects. PM Lunch at the park (student cost) PM Dinner in park (Disney dining card will be provided) Don t Miss: Space Mountain: Dare to be a rocket jockey and blast into the outer galaxy past shooting stars and other- worldly celestial satellites. Twist and turn in a tumult of fun as you launch into the inky blackness of the outer reaches of space. Have a blast! Pirates of the Caribbean: Adopt a pirate's life as you venture into legendary territory on one of the most classic Disney rides of all time. Board yer vessel and drop 14 feet over a waterfall into treasure- filled caves! Then float through a town where pirates pillage and Captain Jack Sparrow hides from pursuers. 9:00 PM Load motor coaches; depart for Tampa 10:00 PM Check into your local Tampa Area Hotel 8:00 PM Director s & Clinicians Reception at Raymond James Stadium
MONDAY, DECEMBER 30 6:30 AM Enjoy breakfast at the hotel 7:30 AM Load motor coaches; depart for Thomas Jefferson High School Auditorium 4401 West Cypress St., Tampa, FL 33607 AM National Outback Bowl Concert Band Festival AM AM AM PM PM Schaumburg High School Symphonic Band warm- up Schaumburg High School Symphonic Band Performance Box Lunches Delivered to Festival Site (included) Schaumburg High School Jazz Band warm- up Schaumburg High School Jazz Band Performance 1:15 PM Load motor coaches; depart for Clearwater Beach Afternoon Free time on the Beach Following Return to the hotel and change for the evening 6:30 PM Dinner and games at Game Time Players 9:30 PM Load motor coaches; return to hotel
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31 7:30 AM Enjoy breakfast at the hotel 8:30 AM Load motor coaches; depart for Jefferson H.S. **Plan to be on the Field Warmed up and ready to rehearse 10 minutes prior 9:00 AM National Outback Bowl Massed Band & Auxiliary Rehearsal - 12:00 PM 12:30 PM Load motor coaches; depart for International Plaza and Bay Street Afternoon Lunch in food court (student cost) 2:00 PM Load coaches and return to the hotel and freshen up for the evening 3:00 PM Load coaches; depart for Ybor City Schaumburg H.S. Band Step- off for the Teco Energy Outback Bowl Parade and Band Blas in conjunction with thee 2013 Outback Bowl festivities. This parade and pep rally by the college marching bands and cheerleaders, features floats and twenty marching bands, with over 50,000 spectators lining the streets. 7:00 PM Following the parade, meet your coaches at coach parking to change uniforms and load instruments before departing for Busch Gardens! 7:30 PM Arrive at Busch Gardens Africa Tampa! Hit loops going 60 MPH on the Kumba, get socked on the Congo River Rapids, swoop straight down at a mind boggling 90 degrees, on the dive coaster Sheikra, or experience the mammoth Gwazi, the Southeast s largest and fastest double wooden coaster! PM A boxed dinner will be provided as you exit the motor coaches. 8:00 PM National Outback Bowl Awards Ceremony! 12:00 AM New Years Eve Extravaganza with Fireworks and ball drop! 12:30 AM Return to your hotel via local motor coaches (due to driver hours)
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 1 6:00 AM Enjoy breakfast at the hotel 7:00 AM Check- out of the hotel; begin loading motor coaches 7:30 AM Depart for Jefferson High School 8:00 AM National Outback Festival Final Massed Band Rehearsal - 9:00 AM 11:00 AM Load motor coaches; depart for the Raymond James Stadium 12:30 PM Outback Bowl pre- game 1:00 PM Outback Bowl Game Kick- Off 2:30 PM Participate in the Outback Bowl Massed Band Half- time PERFORMANCE **Approximate time Afternoon Lunch at the game ($10 meal money included) 4:00 PM Load motor coaches; depart for home (1200 miles, 21 hours drive time) Evening Dinner en route (student cost) THURSDAY, JANUARY 2 Morning Breakfast en route (student cost) Afternoon Lunch en route (student cost) 3:00 PM Arrive at Schaumburg H.S.