Dates
- 05/12/2023 to 05/16/2023
Inclusions
- 5 Days and 4 Nights
- Transportation to & from Destination
- Hotel Accommodations
- Admission to all Attractions
- All Meals (unless otherwise stated)
- Course Leader
- Night Chaperones
- Accident & Medical Insurance
- Opportunity to Earn Free Academic Credit
Trip Information Meeting
Special Announcements
Space is still available - sign up today! More students on our trip means more fun for everyone! If you've already signed up, tell all your friends and other families that there's still space on the tripOur Trip Highlights
Here’s a sample list of some of the many attractions and activities the students will see and do on this trip. This trip is going to be so much fun and the students are going to learn so much!
Turtle Hospital
Meet veterinarians, researchers, and staff who have helped rehabilitate over 1,000 sick and injured sea turtles at this world-class sea turtle hospital. Observe turtles recovering from surgery and learn about conservation efforts.
Dolphins Plus Bayside
Roll up your sleeves and explore an expansive touch tank inhabited by sea stars, sea cucumbers, crabs, conchs, and rare sea creatures! Head over to the laboratory for a squid dissection and more.
Mangrove Trail Hike
Navigate the trails and boardwalks through the fascinating tropical hammock and mangrove swamps of Pennekamp State Park. Catch a glimpse of the wildlife, including herons, egrets, cormorants, and woodland birds.
Garden Cove Kayak Tour
Embark on an exciting kayak trip through mangroves. Led by expert guides, you’ll get an opportunity to explore Florida’s diverse environments and wildlife. Look around the mangrove roots for fish, oysters, and the American crocodile!
Sombrero Beach
Students will participate in fun and engaging research activities at this beach and use their findings to discuss the overall health of the Florida ecosystem. Be on the look-out as this beach is known for being a popular turtle nesting ground.
Everglades National Park
Take an evening hike through the only subtropical preserve in North America. Hear the sounds of thousands of birds, insects, and frogs as you hike beneath the spectacular starry sky in the Everglades.
Dolphin Experience
Your encounter with these beautiful mammals is sure to be an experience you will never forget. Get in the water with these playful creatures while observing dolphin behavior and anatomy with excellent guides.
Tools to Help Pay for the Trip
Financial Assistance
- Over $2.5 million in financial assistance is given out each year
- Families with annual adjusted gross incomes of up to $85,000 may qualify
- One simple call to WorldStrides Customer Service (800-468-5899) can tell you how much assistance may be available even before registering for the trip. (FLAG Financial Assistance is available on a first-come, first-served basis.)
Gift of Education Fundraiser
- Student driven fundraiser where 100% of the money raised goes to offset the trip price
- Students send e-cards, letters, or share links on social media, and family and friends, in one simple click, can make a direct donation
- Thousands of students pay for their entire trip each year through the Gift of Education
Affordable Payment Plans
- Pay a small initial deposit to sign up for the trip
- The remaining balance is spread out into small amounts and paid monthly prior to travel
- Set up auto-deductions from your account saving you time and money
The Health and Safety of our Travelers is our #1 Priority
WorldStrides has been tackling the unprecedented for the last 55 years and our experienced team is leading the way, constantly evolving to meet the ever-changing heath & safety requirements that are imperative for student travel. Even with this changing landscape, the values that underpin our commitment to health and safety remain unchanged: a dedication to scenario and contingency planning that relies on a rich network of partners and a “do-what-it-takes” commitment to respond to whatever the world hands out. Below are just a few of the measures and resources we have in place:
- Expertly trained Course Leaders to guide your group. Course Leaders are destination experts and will help bring learning to life for your students while navigating them through your itinerary.
- Around the Clock Program Support: WorldStrides has staff members who are with your group at all times. Exact safety measures vary by destination but could range from a staff member at your hotel to assist with any needs that may arise to night chaperones that watch the hallways while students are sleeping. In some destinations, we provide 24-hour Course Leaders. That’s all in addition to the support of Doctors on Call and WorldAssist.
- Doctors on Call: our exclusive partnership with the Department of Emergency Medicine at The George Washington University
- WorldAssist: our 24/7 safety and security command center staffed by WorldStrides team members who are specially trained to handle any situation – no matter how big or small.
- WorldStrides Name Badges: provided to all students and printed with the WorldAssist phone number providing direct access to students should the need arise.
Exact safety and security measures vary by destination. Please refer to your program specific materials for more details.
Academic Credit included with each trip
Through our Discovery for Credit program, we’re extremely proud to offer academic credit to student travelers upon successful completion of online course work. Student travelers in middle school can receive high school credit and student travelers in grades 9-12 may be eligible to receive up to three college credits. On applicable programs, college credit is provided through our university partner, George Mason University. Click here to learn more.
Protect Your Investment with our Full Refund Program
Educational travel is an investment in your child’s future. Our Full Refund Program protects that investment should you have to cancel your registration for any reason prior to departure. The program refunds all money paid (less the cost of the Full Refund Program and any other non-refundable fees) and includes special Job Loss Protection. We strongly recommend that you add on our Full Refund Program when signing up for your trip. Full Terms and Conditions are available at worldstrides.com/tripterms.