Big Island
Our adventure will begin on the Big Island, the youngest of the Hawaiian Islands, with three days spent swimming, snorkelling, and exploring the sunny west coast. We will visit the magnificent and spiritual volcano, Mauna Kea, and watch the sun set from above the clouds before attending our very own stargazing party. Mauna Kea, the tallest mountain in the world measured from the sea floor, is home to the world's largest observatory for optical astronomy. This island offers eleven of the world’s thirteen climatic zones, an astonishing diversity of flora and fauna, and an amazing array of activities.

Maui
Known as the valley isle, our base on Maui will be the beautiful old whaling town of Lahaina. After class, students will be able to explore the shops and restaurants this vibrant coastal town has to offer, relax around the pool at our stunning resort, or enjoy the surf only blocks away from our condos.

Kauai
Finally, we will fly to the beautiful island of Kauai. Known as the Garden Island, Kauai is the oldest, most lush of the Hawaiian chain, and was the filming site of “Tropic Thunder” and “Jurassic Park.” This island, which will be our home base for the remainder of the program, has some of the best surfing and beachcombing in the world. Students will have the opportunity to explore incredible coral reefs from remote beaches, snorkel among sea turtles in crystal-clear waters, try the ancient Polynesian art of outrigger canoeing, and hike around the most well-preserved island in Hawaii. Our experience in Hawaii would not be complete without attending one of Hawaii's most traditional events, the Luau, where our final banquet will be held. We will end our Hawaiian adventure eating traditional foods and enjoying Polynesian dancing and entertainment.

COURSES • Grade 11 English (ENG3U) • Grade 12 English (ENG4U) • Grade 11 Biology (SBI3U) • Grade 12 Biology (SBI4U) • Grade 11 Photography (AWQ3M) • Grade 12 Photography (AWQ4M) • Grade 11 Introduction to Anthropology, Sociology, and Psychology (HSP3M) • Grade 12 Challenge and Change In Society (HSB4M)		ITINERARY Approximately 5 days on the Big Island; 3 days on Maui; and 2 weeks on the island of Kauai. DATES July 3 to 29, 2010
ACCOMMODATIONS On the Big Island we will stay at the Royal Kona, a four-star waterfront hotel. In Maui we will stay at the Outrigger Aina Nalu only a couple of blocks from the ocean; here students will share condo style apartments with access to a stunning swimming pool. In Kauai we will stay at the Plantation Hale Suites, with many units overlooking either the ocean or one of the hotel's three pools. Students will be accommodated three per suite. Breakfast and dinner will be provided, vegetarian meals are available upon request. Coin/card-operated laundry and telephone facilities are located on site. Each suite has Internet access.
PROGRAM FEES $5,995 CAD. Taxes and registration are additional. Program fees are GST and PST exempt.
YOUR PROGRAM INCLUDES • Airfare and accommodation • Breakfast and dinner daily • Travel Journal • Maplewood, our online academic reporting system • Use of computer labs and Internet as available • Access to E-Library • Pre-loaded USB flash drive • Program handbook • Use of the swimming pools and spa at the hotel in Kauai, Maui, and Kauai • Tour of Mauna Kea and an evening of stargazing • Introductory surfing, stand-up paddling, and outrigger canoe lesson • Afternoon and evening activities with Activities Coordinators • Access to coordinated Duke of Edinburgh Activities • Final night Luau

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