Fraser H.S.’s Educational Excursion to Argentina & Chile 2010

“Travel is the key to Knowledge”

a Hausa Proverb

“Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one's lifetime.” Mark Twain

Originally, the kids were to fly into Santiago, Chile, but due to the Earthquake they’ll fly directly to…

Buenos AiresCheck in to Hostel

Free afternoon to rest and explore

Buenos AiresBuenos Aires

Capital of Argentina2nd Largest Metropolitan area in South America

13 Million People Influenced by Europe– “Paris of S.A.”

City Tour with English-bilingual guide

Plaza de MayoIncluding the Pink House

Optional Activity1st Division Rugby Match

The Cabildo

Excursion to the Tigre & Delta Paraná River & Visit Flea Market

Ecological areaParaná 2nd Largest River in S.A.

Parque de la CostaTheme Park

Over Five Days the Group will enjoy the

scenic beauty of Argentina…

Homestay & ClassesBilleted to the same area

Allows students to see Argentine cultureUtilize their language skills

Make new friends

Five Day Intensive Spanish Classes3 hours a day

Allows us all to connectThis is includes course materials and certificate

In the afternoons, students will spend with host families or on optional events we have chosen

But its not all fun & games

Iguazu FallsSay goodbye to host families (5 day billett)

Fly to Iguazu FallsCheck in to lodge

Iguazu Falls is considered a Natural Wonder of the World

275 Waterfalls in a 2.7 km length of the Iguazu River

In the MorningVisit Argentine Side of the Falls

Iguazu FallsIn the Afternoon

Explore as a group

The Following MorningVisit Brazilian Side of the Falls

Iguazu FallsIn the Afternoon

Great Adventure Tour Includes truck ride & boat ride through Falls as well

as a small hike

Are Open to Optional TripsVisit to Uruguay

Visit to Argentine Ranch

For the Next Two Days

As well as…In the Morning

ShoppingAt the Unicenter

Safety of Argentina & ChileTraffic accidents are the biggest danger to

life in these two countriesCrime is relatively low

Pickpocketing the biggest crime against tourists

Protests do occur from time to time, but well advertised and we should be able to avoid if one is scheduled to occur.

Behaviour During TripStudents are to comply with laws of the

country as well as all school rules and expectations while on the trip. Failure to do so can and will likely result in

disciplinary action upon returnAny behaviour or actions that can or does

endanger the student or anyone else is a basis for immediate return of the student to New Zealand

Supervision During Trip It will be impossible for me to supervise your child 100% of the time we

are away.

You must understand supervision will not be 24 hour—7 days a week. You must agree for them to participate under these conditions.

I will apply due care and meet reasonable expectations for a group of this age and capability.

However, there will be large periods of time where the students will be “wandering together” without me, or be left alone in their hostel rooms, etc.

Students will always have my cellphone number, and be expected to follow the instructions of their host family or myself to ensure their safety.

When sent to explore without me they will have maps and be with at least one other student, as well as have a “safety checkpoint” to meet back at.

Beyond this, I expect them to apply due caution as the mature young adults they are, and that you as their parent are permitting to leave the country.