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Tour: Capital Science

Destination: WASHINGTON, DC

Specialization: Forensic Anthropology, Forensic Science, Natural History, Biology, Animal Science, Physics, Space Science, Technology & Ethics

Itinerary: 6-days / 5-nights in destination

Morning

1

2 Baltimore Inner Harbor

3

Smithsonian Instituite's National Air &

Space Museum & Tour Dinner Bowling Night

4 National Geographic

Crime Museum CSI / DNA

Class

Marian Koshland Museum

Master Class Dinner Potomac River Cruise

5 Newseum Workshop

6 Depart for Home

The National Aquarium & Master Classes Pizza Buffet Dinner

Smithsonian Museum of Natural History & Forensic

Anthropology Master Class

International Spy Museum & Master Class

Udvar-Hazy Space Center, IMAX & Tour

Capital Science, Washington DC - Sample Itinerary

Afternoon Evening

Travel to Washington DC; Guided City Tour; Welcome & Safety Meeting; Welcome Dinner

Pentagon Mall Shopping & Dinner

As with all sample itineraries, please be aware that this is an “example” of a schedule and that the activities included may be variable dependent upon dates, weather, special requests and other factors. Itineraries will be confirmed prior to travel.



Day 1 Dinner

Washington DCWashington DCWashington DCWashington DC….….….…. Chosen by George Washington for its tactical location between the

South and the North, and for its accessibility to the sea via the Potomac River, the capital of the United States is situated in a district specifically created to avoid the establishment of the capital city in any one state. Washington, DC (District of Columbia) with its low-profile skyline, is a city of green parks and open spaces, grand buildings, historic landmarks, marbled monuments and impressive museums, with character-filled neighbourhoods that support a thriving cultural scene with scores of top-notch restaurants, shops and night time entertainment.

This thriving cosmopolitan city is an international hub of power and diplomacy, commanding the political centre stage for one of the most powerful nations in the world, and representing all the democratic ideals that the country takes pride in. After politics, tourism is the capital’s main industry. The city plays host to millions of people annually who come to explore famous sights such as the domed US Capitol, the stately White House, Lincoln Memorial and the soaring Washington Monument. The most well-known sights are located along the National Mall, a green park stretching from the US Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial on the Potomac River, and include several memorials to great US presidents of the past, as well as the outstanding museums of the Smithsonian Institute.

With its impressive monuments and museums, its stately government buildings and mansions, Washington DC is easily recognizable as the United States’ capital city. Washington DC is the second most visited city in the United States (after New York) and is among the top travel destinations in the world.

It's impossible to list all of Washington's must-see sights but certain places simply cannot be missed. The Smithsonian Institution, with its myriad museums and galleries, provides something of interest for every visitor, from the arts to aerospace engineering and everything in between. Beyond the majesty of the National Mall, plenty of lesser-known DC institutions lie a bit off the beaten track. Washington’s music scene has long been lauded for its originality - everything from go-go funk to hard-core punk has heavy DC roots. Changing administrations make for prevalent transience (it's actually quite difficult to find many people in DC who are born-and-bred natives), yet there are certain venerable city establishments – like Ben’s Chili Bowl, where Presidents have been known to dine – that stand the test of time. And Washington continues to grow and evolve – visitors can sample exquisite Ethiopian cuisine in the city’s revitalized U Street Corridor neighbourhood, wander through small, privately owned art galleries in Dupont Circle, or sip ale at Columbia Height’s new Commonwealth Pub.

One of the many things that DC has in its favour is that it's a very walk-able town, so visitors can fill their days with activities in several different neighbourhoods without travelling unreasonable distances. And Washington is imminently family-friendly, with plenty of events and activities that will please students of all ages.



Did you know?

� The Washington Monument is DC's largest building - it's roughly a tenth of a mile high.

� The "DC" in Washington DC stands for "District of Columbia". The phrase "taxation without representation", often heard here, is based on the fact that DC, not being a state, doesn't have any representation in Congress.

� The District of Columbia was named after the great explorer Christopher Columbus.

� DC is a very international city, home to more than 170 embassies and international cultural centres.

The city’s colleges and universities host about 20,000 international students each year, and 15% of DC residents speak a language other than English at home.

� The Capitol Dome took 11 years to build. On top of the dome is the “Statue of Freedom,” which may

look small, but it’s actually 19 feet 6 inches tall and weighs approximately 15,000 pounds.

� Washington was ranked the #1 Most Walkable City in the U.S. by The Brookings Institution in 2007.

� L'Enfant Plaza, in the SW quadrant of the city, is named after Pierre L'Enfant, who is credited with creating Washington's first planned street layout in the late 18th century.

� The word “lobbyist” became popular with President Ulysses S. Grant’s disdain for the interest groups

who bothered him while he relaxed in the lobby of the Willard Hotel.

� Gallaudet University began the tradition of the football huddle in the 1890s, in order to conceal their signed plays from the opposing team.

� The U.S. government is based in DC, but the city is run by a mayor and the city council. The mayor and

the city council members are elected to four year terms. Groups participating in Visions’ ‘Capital Science’ will generally arrive in Washington DC in the afternoon. Upon arrival, y Sample Hotel - Holiday Inn Express Alexandria (or similar) - The Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Alexandria is located in the heart of Alexandria, Virginia and features 86 guest rooms and suites. Students will sleep four-to-a-room while teachers sleep two-to-a-room. Resort amenities include 24-hour staffing, business centre, complimentary high-speed Internet access, health and fitness centre with whirlpool, guest laundry facilities, ATM, convenience purchases and safety deposit boxes. Room amenities include 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, direct dial phones with complimentary local phone calls, hair dryers, coffee and tea makers, microwaves, mini-refrigerators, individually controlled air conditioning units and irons/boards. http://www.hiexpress.com/hotels/us/en/alexandria/axexs/hoteldetail Following hotel check-in, we’re off to discover Washington! Washington DC City Tour – Groups will enjoy a private tour of Washington complete with a DC-licensed tour guide who will give a narrated commentary to all the great sites and monuments. Prior to travel, Party Leaders may opt to request specific sites to include if preferred. Groups may feel free to hop-on and hop-off at will to get a closer look! Suggested sites include the Lincoln Memorial or perhaps a group photo in front of the White House! A must-see for science groups is the Albert Einstein Memorial Statue in the plaza at the National Academies – Advisors on Science, Engineering & Medicine. This evening we’ll have dinner at Harriet’s Restaurant.



Harriet’s Family Restaurant – Harriet’s is located in the historic Harrington Hotel in downtown DC; three blocks from the White House and one block from the FBI Headquarters. Operated since 1914, Harriet’s serves Visions groups buffet style with fabulous choices such as Beef Stroganoff, Marinated Chicken Breasts, Barbecued Baby Back Ribs, Grilled Salmon, Spaghetti and Lasagne. http://harrietsfamilyrestaurant.com Day 2 Deluxe Continental Breakfast & Dinner Rise and shine Washington! Today is the day to delve into science! After breakfast at our hotel, we’ll head out to the National Geographic Headquarters Museum! National Geographic Museum - At the National Geographic Museum students will enjoy a wide variety of changing exhibitions that reflect the richness and diversity of our world. The Museum’s exhibitions and the scientific fieldwork and expeditions on which they are based are supported by National Geographic’s Mission Programs, which receives generous funding by corporations, foundations, and individuals. http://events.nationalgeographic.com/events/locations/center/museum Afterwards, we’re off to the Smithsonian’s Museum of Natural History! Smithsonian’s Museum of Natural History and start the day off with a specialized Forensic Anthropology Lab!

Forensic Anthropology Lab – Upon arrival at the Smithsonian’s Museum of Natural History, we’ll start make our way to the Educational Lab area for our program. Prior to travel, Party Leaders will select two out of the three lab options below for student participation.

Mystery at Yorktown Creek - Erosion along a creek bed produces a startling discovery – a human skeleton. Before the clues are washed away forever, your students will get the chance to examine the evidence collected by the archaeologist. They will use the tools of the forensic anthropologist to study the human bones and artefacts found with the skeleton to determine who this person was, when he/she lived, and what their life might have been like. Uncover the mystery of a person whose burial could turn out to be over two hundred years old! Lesson Plan:

A “Grizzly” Discovery - A group of hikers stumble across what looks like human remains. Have they found a crime scene or could there be another explanation? Your students will examine real human and animal bones and cultural artefacts to solve this mystery. Their investigation will guide them in determining what the bones represent, age and sex, time since death, and maybe even cause of death. Lesson Plan: Criminal or Collector? - When a box of bones and curious artefacts are found in an attic by the house’s new owners, forensic anthropologists at the National Museum of Natural History are called to investigate. Your students will decipher the clues in this unique “collection” (including real human bones and artefacts) to determine what the objects represent and why they might be together. Last, they will use evidence to propose how and when the person represented by skeletal remains might have lived and died. Civil War soldier? Modern teacher’s anatomy model? You decide! Lesson Plan: Afterwards, we’ll have an opportunity to explore the museum on our own! The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History – The National Museum of Natural History is part of the Smithsonian Institution and houses a national collection of more than 125 million natural science specimens and cultural artefacts. The museum is dedicated to understanding the natural world, and our place in it and includes exhibits ranging from the earth, the diversity of life, and the human connection. This museum is



also a research facility dedicated to inspiring discovery about the natural world through its exhibitions and education programs. The museum is one of the most visited attractions in Washington, DC and is a favourite with students, but has plenty to intrigue all ages. Popular displays include dinosaur skeletons, an enormous collection of natural gems and minerals including the 45.5-carat Hope Diamond, artefacts of early man, an insect zoo, a live coral reef, an IMAX film theatre and much more. The Mammal Hall is devoted to mammal and human diversity, evolution and adaptation. http://www.mnh.si.edu & http://www.mnh.si.edu/panoramas After a quick lunch while at the Museum, we’re off to visit the Marian Koshland Science Museum. Marian Koshland Science Museum - Opened to the public in April 2004, the Marian Koshland Science Museum uses engaging, interactive exhibits to bring to life current science that impacts people’s lives today. The museum is not a collection of artefacts; rather it presents scientific data and explanations so that students can make decisions about vital public policy issues based on the information they acquire. http://www.koshland-science-museum.org

While here, Visions groups will participate in a Master Class which teachers will select prior to travel. Master Classes are designed to model established learning and teaching practices and adhere to the National Academies’ National Science Education Standards. Students will use the Jigsaw method, in which your class is divided into smaller groups as they simultaneously visit different exhibits within the museum. Curriculum allows students to become “experts” as they seek out information to be shared with their classmates during small-group and whole-class discussions. Workshops also encourage students to collaborate in evaluating evidence and formulating ideas, much as scientists do in their daily work. By giving students a chance to see the “textbook” facts that they have been learning about in class, ideas come to life as they discuss the real world issues surrounding global warming or infectious diseases. Duration – 2-hours. Prior to travel, Party Leaders will select one Master Class option from the two listed below: Global Warming Facts & Our Future OR Infectious Disease: Evolving Challenges to Human Health. To review teacher resources, review https://koshland-science-museum.org/explore-the-science/teach. Global Warming Facts & Our Future - In this Master Class option students will investigate the following topics:

Station 1: The Greenhouse Effect � Human influence on the natural climate system is leading to a changing but uncertain future. � The greenhouse effect is a natural phenomenon that warms the Earth. � The greenhouse effect is amplified by increased concentrations of greenhouse gases. � There is a range of international perspectives on climate change. The centrepiece of this station is a hands-on demonstration illustrating the natural greenhouse effect and the role of higher greenhouse gas (GHG) concentrations in amplifying the warming. Students actually feel the warming effect of increased trapping of infrared radiation.

Station 2: The Natural Carbon Balance and Causes of Climate Change � The natural Earth system maintains a carbon balance. � Human carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions will disrupt the balance for a long time.

� Forcing/feedback interactions make the climate dynamic. � Greenhouse gases are the primary forcing factor. � The natural climate system is complex but has identifiable elements. � Natural climate changes illustrate forcing and feedback.



� Climate changes affect human events. � The paleoclimatological record can be read in tree rings, ice, sediment, coral, and other forms of

evidence. The centrepiece of this station is a large, permanently sealed glass sphere containing an ecosystem that persists because of the cycling of carbon and other chemicals. This station demonstrates that carbon is cycled through living systems as part of the Earth system, which controls Earth’s climate. The exhibit builds understanding of the components of the natural climate system and the role played by in that system. It also presents CO2 evidence for changes in levels of that correlate with human activities. The station asks

students to consider factors that influence the natural system, and two unique timelines offer evidence regarding past climates. This station also presents evidence of past impacts of climate change on society.

Station 3: A Century of Change � The increases in atmospheric CO2 levels and temperature are real.

� “The changes observed over the past several decades are likely mostly due to human activities, but we cannot rule out that some significant part of these changes is also a reflection of natural variability” (National Research Council, 2001).

� Twentieth-century temperature changes are locally varied. � Contemporary observation techniques yield greater spatial and temporal resolution than does

paleoclimatic evidence. � CO2 and other greenhouse gas emissions arise from a variety of sources.

� While CO2 is the most significant greenhouse gas, other powerful greenhouse agents might be

controlled less expensively in the near term. The centrepiece of this station is a large glass timeline showing the relationship between temperature and CO2 during the 20th century. Students can slide a plasma screen along the timeline to view an animation of

temperature change over the 20th century. An interactive element allows students to examine regional temperature changes by year. Other displays include a description of the various sources of greenhouse gas emissions.

Station 4: A Changing but Uncertain Future � Despite variation among models, almost all agree that CO2 concentrations and temperature will

continue to rise. � Uncertainties in the details of climate projections are due to uncertainties in human behaviour,

models, and natural variability. � U.S. residents currently account for significantly higher emissions of CO2 on average than do

people in most other countries. � Future atmospheric CO2 levels depend on human choices.

� Projecting future human emissions involves uncertainties about geo-economic and geo-political forces.

� CO2 emissions are unevenly distributed among nations and regions. The nature of the uneven

distribution depends on whether emissions are measured as total emissions, emissions per unit of gross domestic product, or emissions per person.

� The distribution of emissions will change in the next 20 years. � Effective mitigation would likely require both personal and corporate action. � Some mitigation actions are more effective than others. � Stabilizing atmospheric CO2 at today’s level would require approximately a three-quarters reduction

in emissions. This station uses computer-modelling systems to project possible scenarios given various forecasts of CO2

emissions. Students also will see how human choices can influence the future through choices affecting population sizes, the economy, and technology. Current and projected future CO2 emissions from various

nations are presented in graphic format. Using a computerized tool, students will be able to assess the effectiveness of personal and national choices.



Station 5: Climate Change Hits Home � “Despite the great uncertainties, greenhouse warming is a potential threat sufficient to justify

action now” (National Research Council, 1992). � Climate change will affect many aspects of human life and ecology. � There will be large regional differences in impacts and in the ability to respond to climate

change. � Mitigation and adaptation responses involve compromises that affect personal lifestyles and

national and international policy. � Choices regarding possible responses vary from person to person.

In this station, students consider the impact of climate change on different geographic regions. For example, a large interactive display allows students to see what would happen if the sea level rises due to a warmer climate and students are asked to think deeply about the possible impacts resulting from such a sea level rise. This station confronts students with the need for analytical thinking and problem solving to make decisions related to climate change.

OR Infectious Disease: Evolving Challenges to Human Health – In this Master Class option students will investigate the following topics:

Overview Rotation: Orientation to Infectious Diseases � Bacteria, viruses and parasites evolve continuously – they grow and mutate more quickly than

humans – and present new challenges to human health � Microbes are found almost everywhere � Global burden of disease is uneven around the world. � Disease prevalence is correlated with environmental, socio-economic, nutritional and cultural

factors (e.g. human population growth, poverty, increasing contact with animals, speed and volume of international transport) and can be used to trace emerging diseases

� Public health strategies like vaccinations, clean water, and sanitation significantly reduce the burden of infectious disease

This rotation provides an introduction to microbial evolution, where microbes live, how disease is transmitted, and the role of public health in global burden of disease. Students can use an interactive exhibit to see the great variety of microbes and their interaction with people. Using examples such as HIV, TB, malaria and cholera, students will explore where in the world different diseases are most prevalent, particularly as they are overlaid with other factors such as poverty and population and learn how scientists trace emerging diseases. Finally, students will be introduced to the concept of public health—including clean water, sanitation and vaccination programs that have drastically improved life expectancies in developing countries.

Expert Rotation: Vaccines

� Vaccines have led to dramatic improvements in human health. � Vaccines stimulate the immune system to protect against future infection without causing

disease. � Vaccines protect communities as well as individuals from infectious diseases. � Vaccines eradicated smallpox and have nearly eradicated polio. � New vaccines will always be needed for protection against emerging and evolving pathogens.

In this rotation, students will learn how vaccines work and what diseases have been successfully curbed by vaccination campaigns. Using interactive displays and videos, students will be able to evaluate the effectiveness of vaccines as a control measure for various diseases presented in the exhibit.

Expert Rotation: Therapeutic Drugs

� The development of therapeutic drugs has changed the relationship between humans and infectious diseases.

� The widespread and improper use of therapeutic drugs accelerates the rate at which drug-resistant pathogens emerge.

� Prudent use of therapeutic drugs can delay the emergence of drug-resistant pathogens, yet new drugs will also be needed as pathogens evolve.



� In most cases, patients must be vigilant about taking their medication properly in order to prevent the emergence of multi-drug resistant strains.

� Inequities in the distribution of medications compounded with cultural, geographical, technological barriers allow some diseases to thrive in certain parts of the world

Students will explore how drug-resistant pathogens evolve. Using interactive displays and videos, students will be able to evaluate the effectiveness of therapeutic drugs as a control measure for various diseases presented in the exhibit.

Expert Rotation: Public Health

� Public health measures that minimize exposure to disease-causing organisms can be an effective way of preventing the spread of many infectious diseases

� Many diseases, such as malaria, are carried by multiple hosts and persist because the pathogen successfully infects two host species.

� Diseases can be eliminated from much of the world through a combination of public health measures.

� Vaccines and therapeutic drugs can be important components of a public health strategy. This rotation focuses on the use of public health measures to prevent exposure to disease causing pathogens. Using interactive displays and videos, students will be able to evaluate the effectiveness of public health measures as effective tools for preventing the spread of various diseases presented in the exhibit.

After learning through investigation, this evening we’ll have dinner at The Hard Rock Café!

Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe – With over 163 venues in more than 52 countries around the world, including 131 cafes and 13 Hotels/Casinos, Hard Rock has become a truly global phenomenon. From its launch in London, England, to New York, Los Angeles, Paris and Tokyo, and on to such exotic and far-flung locales as Kuala Lumpur and Ho Chi Minh City, Hard Rock offers a special experience to its devoted, ever-expanding clientele. Its unparalleled memorabilia collection, which consists of more than 70,000 pieces that are rotated from restaurant to restaurant, provides the world's most comprehensive "visual history" of rock 'n' roll. Visions groups will dine from a select group menu. http://www.hardrock.com

Following dinner, get ready for some excitement! We’re off to dinner and a bowling evening!! Day 3 Deluxe Continental Breakfast & Dinner Rise & shine Washington! Today is a day of discovery! After breakfast in our hotel, we’ll transfer to a specialized area of the Smithsonian’s National Air & Space Museum called the Udvar-Hazy Centre, located in Chantilly, Virginia.

Udvar-Hazy Centre, Chantilly, Virginia – Located next to Dulles airport, the second of the National Air and Space Museums is big in both physical size (70,611 sq m/760,057 sq ft) and exhibits. It is home to 140 one-of-a-kind or historically significant planes and spacecraft. Visitors can view the Space Shuttle Enterprise and space capsules as well as such goodies as the Concorde, the Enola Gay (the plane that dropped the atom bomb) and the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird, a high-speed, high altitude reconnaissance aircraft from the ground level, or on 'skywalks' and bridges. On the far side of the museum is an observation tower with a 360-degree view that includes the Blue Ridge Mountains, Dulles Airport and the surrounding area. The museum's IMAX theatre features movies about flight and space. http://airandspace.si.edu/visit/udvar-hazy-center

Prior to arrival, Party Leaders will have selected one of the following two guided tours for student participation:



McDonnell Space Hangar Highlights - Explore the new home of the Space Shuttle Enterprise and other space artefacts. Join us as we trace our history, science and technology into space. 1-hour in duration.

Udvar-Hazy Centre Highlights Tour II - Examine exciting aircraft from the early days of aviation to the first space shuttle while learning about changes in technology over time. 1.5-hours in duration.

Students will also participate in one highly specialized workshop:

Control the Skies: Air Traffic Control in Action - Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics all come together to control the skies overhead. Students learn the history, purpose and various parts that make up an Air Traffic Control System. Through a computerized simulated activity, students will act as Air Traffic Controllers by rerouting planes and manipulating the speed of planes so that they can safely land at an airport. 1.5-hours in duration.

OR Forces of Flight - Students discover the four basic principles of flight: weight, lift, thrust, and drag. Students will see the effects of gravity, air pressure, air resistance, and Newton's Third Law on aircraft through demonstrations and activities. Students work in groups to design, build and test a simple propeller using the scientific inquiry model. 1.5-hours in duration.

In the afternoon, we’ll travel back to DC and to the Smithsonian Institution’s National Air & Space Museum.

Smithsonian Institution’s National Air & Space Museum - Experience the history of flight at one of the world’s most visited museum, from the plane flown by the Wright brothers to the Apollo 11 command module. Features include an incredible collection of aviation and space technology treasures. http://airandspace.si.edu While here, we’ll have an opportunity to participate in specialized tour. Please be advised that some tours are only available on specific days. If you would like to give request a specific tour, please let us know and we will be happy to try to reserve this, however, we are unable to 100% guarantee it until you final itinerary is produced. Vision groups may choose from:

Exploring Space - Study such spacecraft as the Apollo 11 command module and the Skylab Orbital Workshop and examine the technology and scientific advances that have expanded our horizons. Teacher Guide: http://airandspace.si.edu/files/pdf/explore-and-learn/teaching-posters/ds_guide.pdf Poster: http://airandspace.si.edu/files/pdf/explore-and-learn/teaching-posters/ds_poster.pdf Highlights: http://airandspace.si.edu/exhibitions/explore-the-universe Exploring the Universe with Telescopes - Discover a new way of looking at the universe by exploring how telescopes have expanded our view of the heavens from Galileo to the Hubble Space Telescope. Teacher Guide: http://airandspace.si.edu/files/pdf/explore-and-learn/teaching-posters/ds_guide.pdf Poster: http://airandspace.si.edu/files/pdf/explore-and-learn/teaching-posters/ds_poster.pdf Highlights: http://airandspace.si.edu/exhibitions/explore-the-universe History of Flight - Trace the development of flight from early balloons to modern spacecraft by focusing on some of the world's most famous aircraft and spacecraft, as well as the people who flew them. Teacher Guide: http://airandspace.si.edu/files/pdf/explore-and-learn/teaching-posters/airmail.pdf Highlights: http://airandspace.si.edu/exhibitions/milestones-of-flight/online Highlights: http://airandspace.si.edu/exhibitions/space-race African Americans in Air and Space History - Explore the challenges and successes of the African American pioneers who joined the growing fields of aviation and space from the 1920s to the present. See a P-51 fighter aircraft, and hear tales of the Tuskegee Airmen who flew these fighters during World War II.



Highlights: http://airandspace.si.edu/exhibitions/pioneers-of-flight/online/blackwing.cfm Later in the day, we’re off for a cruise on the Potomac River! Potomac River Cruise - Behold the splendour of America's monuments and the city of Washington aboard a narrated cruise on the Potomac River. Cruise highlights include Washington's majestic monuments, landmarks, buildings and bridges — the Lincoln Memorial, the Jefferson Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the John F. Kennedy Centre for the Performing Arts, to name a few. Depart from the quaint and historic seaport of Old Town Alexandria with its cobblestone streets or world-famous Georgetown with its upscale shops, pubs, and restaurants. Each leg of the cruise is approximately 45 minutes long and the narration is divided evenly between the two departure locations. http://www.potomacriverboatco.com/monuments-cruise.php This evening we’ll have dinner at the Uno Chicago Grill!

Uno Chicago Grill - In 1943, when Ike Sewell opened a restaurant in Chicago, Americans ate pizza primarily as a snack. Ike figured that if you combined some of Italy's old, authentic recipes with impressive quantities of the finest meats, fresh cheeses, ripe vegetables and flavourful spices, pizza would become a hearty meal. It was the start of an American tradition - the Chicago Deep Dish Pizza. Ike's Original Deep Dish Pizza has been imitated many times, but never quite duplicated. http://www.unos.com After dinner, we’ll have the evening to ourselves. Party Leaders will be given suitable evening activity options to choose from prior to travel. Please be aware that activities such as roller skating, bowling and others are available at additional cost.

After dinner, we’ll have the evening to ourselves. Party Leaders will be given suitable evening activity options to choose from prior to travel. Please be aware that activities such as roller skating, bowling and others are available at additional cost. Day 4 Deluxe Continental Breakfast & Dinner Good morning Washington! After breakfast at our hotel, we’ll transfer to the National Aquarium! The National Aquarium – The National Aquarium features over 10,500 marine animals, representing 600 different species of mammals, fish, birds, reptiles, and amphibians, in naturalistic habitats. Schools of brightly coloured reef fish swim by, dolphins breach the air in majestic arches and Sharks glide silently through the shadows. A special 225,000-gallon exhibit allows you to be encircled by sand tiger, lemon, nurse and sandbar sharks. A second tank features smaller sharks swimming among graceful stingrays. Walk through the amazing Amazon Rain Forest! http://nationalaquarium.org



While here, students will be able to enjoy the Dolphin Show which has been included for you! Additionally, students will participate in two Master Classes (available weekdays only; September through May) from which teachers will select prior to travel out of the following five options: Squid Dissection Lab - Investigate an unusual mollusk through discussion and dissection. Discover how form and function of the squid’s basic anatomy help this efficient predator survive in the ocean. Watershed Moments Discussion - What does baseball have to do with the Chesapeake Bay? And just who is “Fertilizer Fred” and what is he doing that is bad for the bay? Find out in this engaging presentation that focuses on the Chesapeake Bay watershed and its fascinating animals. National Aquarium Behind the Scenes Tour - Designed for advanced high school biology groups, the tour emphasizes water chemistry, animal care, exhibit maintenance, and aquarium careers. Walk through the back-up areas to experience new sights, sounds and smells! Phylum Lab - Did you know that 98 percent of all animals are classified into eight main categories called phyla? Investigate the characteristics of each phyla through live animals and artefacts. Marine Biology Career Discussion - So you want to be a Marine Biologist? From dolphin trainers to exhibit designers, and aquarists to educators, the Aquarium offers opportunities for just about everyone. Learn about different career paths, job market potential, education and qualifying experience requirements from those in the work force. Afterwards we’ll enjoy lunch on our own and free time at the Inner Harbour of Baltimore.

After our day discovering Marine Biology, we’ll head off for a very fun evening at Medieval Times!

Dinner at Medieval Times – Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament for the Battle of Champions ® -- with the help of Hollywood-calibre special effects, of course. Medieval Times is celebrating its 27-year reign in North America. Our founders first launched their unique idea for an 11th century-style dinner attraction on the Spanish island of Majorca in 1973. This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.

Diners will enjoy Garlic Bread, Tomato Bisque Soup, Oven-Roasted Chicken, Spare Ribs, Herb-Basted Potato, Pastry and select beverages. Vegetarian options are available upon request. http://www.medievaltimes.com/baltimore.aspx

Day 5 Deluxe Continental Breakfast & Dinner Good morning Washington! After breakfast in our hotel we will start our day of adventure! Embassy Row - After the Civil War, the powerful and socially elite built large mansions along Massachusetts Avenue. After the Great Depression, many of the families who built these homes went broke. Today, the area is



known as Embassy Row. Embassies, associations, foundations, and clubs have claimed and restored these lovely homes. Embassy Visit for International School Groups – Please be aware that we have allocated space in your itinerary to meet with your Embassy however it will be the school’s responsibility to schedule the meeting as visit requests must come from national citizens. Approximately 60-days prior to travel you will be advised to the specific date open to secure an appointment if desired.

International Spy Museum – The International Spy Museum provides a unique glimpse into the innovative world of espionage and its impact throughout history and present day. The state of the art exhibits include artefacts and spy stories from all over the world. All is not what it seems at one of Washington's most fun museums. Through multimedia presentations, hands-on exhibits and audio-visual effects, the focus is on educating the public about espionage's impact on current and historic events. Spy paraphernalia such as decoder machines, miniature cameras, a lipstick pistol and even James Bond's Aston Martin with machine gun headlights are on display. Its newest exhibit, Operation Spy, allows visitors to assume a cover, and among other things, conduct video surveillance, carry out a polygraph test on a suspect agent and escape from a high security compound. Each period of espionage history is showcased in an appropriate setting: Mata Hari and the Sisterhood of Spies are set in a boudoir; a European farmhouse documents the activities of the OSS (the Office of the Strategic Services, the forerunner of the CIA), and a fallout shelter chronicles the Cold War. www.spymuseum.org

While there, students will participate in two specialized workshops!

The Spy’s Eye View - Your students can gain first-hand knowledge of the shadow world of spying in a spy debriefing with a former CIA Case Officer. In this 30-minute program, students will learn about the life of a spy, how intelligence is collected, and the role of spying in American government. Students will also have an opportunity to “interrogate” the speaker. A pre-visit classroom guide will be provided to assist you in preparing your students for this unique opportunity. Key Concepts and Skills include Government: how intelligence functions in American government and its impact on foreign policy; and Current Events: intelligence in the news. Operation Student Spy Adventure - Do your students have what it takes to be a spy? Following the 60-minute experience, students will participate in a 30-minute debriefing that will engage them in a discussion about the outcomes of their real time problem-solving as U.S. Intelligence Officers. Students will also learn about the real intelligence case of scientist A.Q. Kahn, considered to be the father of Pakistan's nuclear program, who inspired the storyline in Operation Spy. Students will debate the real decisions and intelligence questions facing the CIA in this currently unfolding case. Key Concepts and Skills include Government: how intelligence is interpreted and informs policy decisions; Current events: intelligence in the news; Teamwork and conflict resolution skills; and Critical thinking and decision-making skills. 1.5-hours in total duration. After we learn how to become spies, we’re off to the Museum of Crime & Punishment!

Museum of Crime & Punishment – Walk through three floors and explore history of crime-fighting and punishment to cutting-edge interactive labs and simulators. Experience hands-on exhibits and check out medieval guillotines, learn about past notorious criminals such as Bonnie and Clyde and Al Capone, and make an escape from a jail cell. Visitors can experience up-close the newest technologies today for fighting crime and catching the bad guys. http://www.crimemuseum.org



Try the FBI Shoot Out and the high-speed police chase simulators, or visit the full CSI Lab and conduct forensic investigations. The museum also houses the actual America's Most Wanted Studio where visitors can learn more about community involvement in fighting crime. The museum offers a variety of educational and interactive activities for people of all ages. It's so much fun, it's a crime! In this fabulous centre, if your students have ever pondered a day in the life of a crime scene investigator, this simulation is as close to the "real deal" as you can get. Finding yourself in the middle of a fully intact crime scene, you begin your investigation, gathering vital clues to determine what happened when, where, why and by whom. Learn how to solve crime through the use of forensic science technology such as ballistics, blood analysis, fingerprinting, and dental and facial reconstruction. Once there, students will also get to participate in a specialized workshop! Students will receive a general admission ticket which includes a simulated police chase and fire arms training and a special look into the America’s Most Wanted Studio. In addition, students will participate in a 1-hour CSI interactive lab workshop taught by a trained Forensics specialist: Forensic Lab: The Total CSI Experience - Learn how forensics really works by experiencing this multi-station lab that demonstrates blood spatter, bite-mark analysis, fingerprint collection, tool mark evidence and more with forensic scientists demonstrating forensic techniques. Impressions: Learn how to collect fingerprints and shoeprints and then how match them to one of our suspects. Blood & DNA: Learn how to make sense of blood spatter patterns, locate hidden or cleaned-up blood and match DNA profiles. Frauds & Forgeries: Learn how to foil check fraud and bank robberies by detecting alterations in documents and reading through ink to hidden messages. Other Interactives and Artefacts:

Interactive: Interactive Memory - Interactive touch screen in a Q&A format demonstrates perception analysis to stimulate memory recall from crime scenes. Interactive: Body of Evidence - Visit the morgue to discover the wonders of an autopsy. Interactive: Personal Safety Challenge - Learn how not to be a victim of burglary, personal injury, or internet fraud with these tips from the National Safety Council.

Artefacts: Crimes Without Corpses - Counterfeiting, document forgery, and art forgery are featured in this exhibit. Artefacts: Cold Cases in America - Delve into police files of famous unsolved cases such as the Black Dahlia, the Anthrax attacks and Chandra Levy. Artefacts: Crime & the Media - Discover how news reporting, television, and motion pictures mirror America's obsession with crime.

This evening we’ll dine at Potbelly’s Sandwich Works at the Gallery Place.



Potbelly’s Sandwich Works – Potbelly started in 1977 when a little antique store started selling toasted sandwiches (right along with vintage stoves, old books and other knick knacks) to boost business. The same care and attention used to select antiques went into the recipes and menu preparation. Meats and cheeses were sliced in the store every day. The bread finished its baking as the sandwich came out of the oven, making it perfectly toasted on the outside and soft and warm on the inside. Fresh, crisp vegetables and condiments topped them for a tasty sandwich like no other. And folks could add an old-fashioned, real ice cream milkshake that was hand dipped especially for them. They still do things exactly the same way today. For over 30 years they have maintained this distinctive homemade quality and pride in their food that made that first store a local favourite. http://www.potbelly.com Day 6 Deluxe Continental Breakfast Rise & shine Washington! After breakfast in our hotel we will formally check-out and then load our luggage for later in the day. Afterwards, we’re off to the Newseum!

Newseum – Dedicated to free press and free speech, the Newseum is an interactive museum of news that takes you behind the scenes to see and experience how and why news is made while showcasing the history of news gathering. The displays include a video wall of live news broadcasts from around the world. Here visitors have the opportunity to anchor a news program, an exhibit especially popular with students. Interactive displays are the rule here, but there is much to see in a variety of dynamic formats. Visitors can visit more than a dozen galleries to learn the history of news and how the past century's important world events have been reported. A broadcast studio, an interactive newsroom and the largest section of the Berlin Wall outside of Germany along with one of the two surviving ‘Checkpoint Charlie' towers are exhibits worth exploring. http://www.newseum.org

While there, students will participate in a specialized Master Class which the Party Leader will select prior to travel. Programs are approximately 50-minutes and are educator-led class experiences. Party Leaders will select one program out of the following four options: Journalism – Media Ethics - What are the guiding principles of journalism? Examine real-world media ethics cases and learn how journalists make the tough calls while on deadline. This class is based on "Media Ethics: Where Do You Draw the Line?" the Newseum's case-study curriculum for secondary schools. Journalism – Photo Ethics - Learn how journalists make hard decisions about what images to capture and what images to distribute. Students explore real-world photojournalism ethics cases and witness how digital technology is used in various ways in photojournalism today.



Journalism – Reporting Under Fire - Journalists and photojournalists face ethical issues while reporting in conflict and war zones. Discover how the role of war reporters has changed over time with more advanced technology, and how journalists have shaped American views of conflicts through their stories and images. By examining real-life case studies, students grapple with the dilemmas faced by journalists and become more informed news consumers. Headlines of History: Berlin Wall to Firewall: The Importance of the Free Flow of Information - Through a documentary film, guided discussion and exploration of the largest segment of the Berlin Wall outside of Germany, students learn about obstacles to the free flow of information in the world after WWII and in the 21st century. Students focus on the importance of a free press in a democratic society then and now.

Finally, if travelling internationally on an evening flight, you may want to opt for a little outlet shopping! Additional fees are required for extended motorcoach time if you wish to include this with your itinerary. Leesburg Corner Premium Outlets – 110 outlet stores including Ann Taylor, Barneys New York, Burberry, Coach, Crate and Barrel, J.Crew, Juicy Couture, Kenneth Cole, Lacoste, Polo Ralph Lauren, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Theory, Willams-Sonoma and more. http://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlets/sales.asp?id=14 After our final day of learning, we’ll start to say goodbye to this wonderful city! We will wave to our new friends as we leave for the airport and hopefully, take away memories that will last a lifetime!

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CAPITAL SCIENCE – WASHINGTON DC Minimum Booking Numbers: 30 students What’s Included: Return flights with a scheduled carrier

5-nights’ accommodation in destination Transportation to activities shown on itineraries City Tour excursion Excursion to the National Geographic Museum Excursion to Smithsonian’s Natural History Museum + Forensic Lab Program Excursion to a Bowling Excursion Excursion to Udvar-Hazy Centre + Guided Tour + 2 Master Classes Excursion to Baltimore’s Inner Harbour Excursion to the National Aquarium + 2 Master Classes Excursion to Medieval Times Dinner Theatre Excursion to Smithsonian Institution’s National Air & Space Museum + Tour Excursion to Potomac River Cruise Excursion to Embassy Row Excursion to National Museum of Crime & Punishment + CSI / DNA Master Class Excursion to International Spy Museum + 2 Master Classes Excursion to Newseum + Ethics Master Class

Washington DC airport transfers Full-time Tour Ambassador 24-hour emergency cover What’s Not Included: Fully comprehensive insurance (mandatory)

Transfers to/from home airport Transportation for activities not shown in the itinerary Extended motorcoach time for Outlet Shopping Lunches in resort Cost of visas, full or collective passports Cost of inoculations or medication required for travel

Sightseeing / Entertainment Options not shown in Itinerary Hotel incidental deposits & bills – meals, mini-bar items,

recreation charges, purchases billed to room, etc Any gratuities – coach drivers, maid service, bellman

service, area guides, tour ambassador

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