PRINCETON-COLMAR EXCHANGE Hosting: Saturday October 11 to Monday October 20, 2014 Travelling: Friday October 31 to Sunday November 9, 2014

Princeton’s Sister City Princeton-Colmar Sister City Association Princeton and Colmar have been sister cities or ‘jumelles’ since Princeton-Colmar Sister City Association The exchange between Princeton High School and the Lycée Bartholdi has existed since 1989.

USA: CAN: Brings the classroom alive with “hands-on” experience with the language & culture It develops heightened interest in learning Students gain valuable life skills through independent exploration Opens acceptance to other cultures & ways of life Reinforces lessons taught Great enhancement on college applications & resumes Most important of all, it’s fun! WHY TAKE AN EDUCATIONAL TOUR?

HOSTING Schedule Saturday 10/11 Arrive in the evening Sunday 10/12 * Day with the family Monday 10/13 * Morning in school * Afternoon tour of town * Evening with family Tuesday 10/14 * Day trip to Manhattan Weds 10/15 * Full day in school * Evening with family Thurs 10/16 * Day trip to Manhattan Friday 10/17 * Day trip to Philadelphia * Possible organized events Saturday 10/18 * With the family * Possible organized events Sunday 10/19 * With the family * Possible organized events Monday 10/20 * Drop off at school * Depart from PHS

HOSTING Goals Go beyond a simple visit as a tourist See their American history class come alive Create connections with our sister city Practice English/French Create lasting friendships Activities See what life is like for us See what school is like for us Day/weekend trips to see things that they might enjoy Trying ‘American’ food Getting together for group activities

TRAVELING 2012 schedule October-November 2014 Friday 10/31 Depart Newark UA 904 5:55pm Saturday 11/1 Arrive Paris CDG 6:35am Sunday 11/2 Paris Monday 11/3 Paris Tuesday 11/4 Arrive in Colmar Wednesday 11/5 Classes and walking tour of Colmar Thursday 11/6 Strasburg Friday 11/7 Turckheim Saturday 11/8 With family Sunday 11/9 Depart Zurich UA :20am Arrive Newark 1:45 pm Monday 11/10

TRAVELING « goals » See the sights of Paris Go beyond a simple visit as a tourist See their French class come alive Create connections with our sister city Create lasting friendships Practice English/French

TRAVELING Activities See what life is like for them See what school is like for them Day/weekend trips of interest Trying French/Alsacian food Getting together for group activities

USA: CAN: PRICE PER PERSON 30 + participants $ 2376 (max 1 bus) 25 to 29 participants$ to 24 participants$ to 19 participants$ 2522 Twin room $120 Single room $240 Activity fee $50 PRICE INFORMATION PAYMENT SCHEDULE $500 by March 15, 2014 $1000 by May 1, 2014 Balance by August 1, 2014 ADULT SUPPLEMENTS Register and pay online with Prometour. Very easy and convenient. Portal will be opened on March 11 pending official PPS BOE approval.

PRICE INCLUDES Roundtrip airfare* (Newark / Paris // Zurich / Newark) Associated transportation costs while in Europe 3 nights multiple occupancy (3/4 per room with private bath) in quality hotels 3 Breakfasts / 3 Dinners (includes one beverage and a vegetarian option) All cultural and aforementioned visits, activities, tours and admissions Service of a dynamic professional bilingual Prométour Tour Director with the group 24 hours a day in Paris Transfer guide from Colmar to Zurich Departure taxes and Airline fuel surcharges at time of ticket purchase ($699)

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE Portion of the trip spent in Colmar Meals not mentioned above Recommended tips for your Prométour Tour Director 3 Euro per day, per person Recommended tips for your Bus Driver (s) 1 Euro per day, per person Personal spending money Airline fuel surcharge increases Applicable airline baggage Please let me know if you are willing to serve on a fundraising committee.

TRAVELING Considerations PASSPORT! (visa if not a US passport) Money (Tips, transportation for trips around Colmar, spending money, lunch) (fundraising) Credit card (check international rates and charges, tell the company when you’re travelling) Phone (Is your phone international? How much are calls and texts?) Behavior (School rules apply) ‘Hostess’ gift

Travel INSURANCE PACKAGE OPTION A: Basic Group Program INCLUDED Emergency Medical and Cancellation OPTION B: Individual Deluxe Upgrade Basic Package + additional benefit and higher coverage add $50 per person OPTION C: Individual Ultimate Upgrade *Ultimate Program is not eligible for NY, PA & WA State residents ***Cost of an Insurance Upgrade must be paid at the same time as the initial deposit Travel Insurance Package is supplied by Travel Guard Please refer to the supplied Quick Chart for more information

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS A passport is the only reliable & universally accepted travel / identification document available for the purpose of travel. (Visa if not a US passport) Group Leaders should carry a “School Letter” printed on school letterhead, a copy of the Participant List, a copy of all Reservation Forms and a Parental/Legal Guardian Travel Consent Form for all participants. Entry Requirement for minors (under 18 years old): in addition to a valid passport & any applicable visas they should have a signed Parental/Legal Guardian Travel Consent Form.

Other details How are the ‘correspondents’ chosen? – The Colmarians send letters of introduction and we choose based on perceived compatibility. What if there are too many interested students? – There is space for 39 students this year. – Priority will be given to students who can participate in both parts of the exchange. – Priority will be given to rising seniors and juniors.

USA: CAN: Steve O’Neill is the Senior Project Manager at Prométour. Originally from Quebec City, but now living in Montreal. He will bring a wealth of knowledge to the development of your sojourns, and is always looking to enhance the safety, security and educational benefit of your tour. MEET YOUR TOUR PROJECT MANAGER