Language & Culture Barcelona trip Gateford Park Primary School 3 rd – 7 th April 2017

ABOUT BARCELONA Presentation summary YOUR ITINERARY YOUR TOUR OPERATOR WHAT’S NEXT? Destination information: where we are going and why. 5 days packed full of exciting activities! All about Diverse School Travel. How to sign up!

ABOUT BARCELONA

Why Barcelona? ABOUT BARCELONA

Barcelona is an enchanting seaside city with boundless culture, fabled architecture, and a world-class dining scene. There is so much to do here: just strolling the cobblestone lanes of the Gothic quarter is a real treat! A visit to Barcelona is a wonderful opportunity for students to immerse themselves in Spanish language and culture, whether by bartering with market sellers in La Boqueria or discovering Spain’s world-renowned footballing tradition at Camp Nou! The strength of the Catalan identity in the regional capital means that Barcelona is the ideal destination to discover the diversity of Spain’s heritage, enabling students to discuss cultural topics in greater depth. About Barcelona ABOUT BARCELONA

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Itinerary: Day 1 YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1 Morning - flight to Barcelona and transfer to accommodation. Afternoon – Get your bearings in Barcelona with a treasure trail along La Rambla, then explore the atmospheric Gothic Quarter and visit the resident geese in the Cathedral. Evening – Get a literal taste of Spanish culture with a tapas tour around the city!

Itinerary: Day 2 YOUR ITINERARY DAY 2 9:00am – Spend the morning brushing up your language skills with native teachers at a local language school. 1:00pm - Look for treasures and practise your Spanish bartering skills in the "Old Charms" flea market. 3:30pm – Photo opportunity at Gaudí’s famously unfinished Sagrada Familia. 5:00pm – Round off your day in true Spanish style with an exciting flamenco workshop! 17:00 - Look for treasures and practise Spanish bartering skills in the "Old Charms" flea market, the biggest of its kind in Barcelona.

Itinerary: Day 3 YOUR ITINERARY DAY 3 9:30am – Visit Parc Güell, Gaudí’s wacky playground for the rich. 1:00pm – Pick up some lunch at the world- famous Boqueria market. 3:30pm – Visit Poble Espanyol, Barcelona’s very own model village! The Poble features miniature versions of buildings from all over Spain. Evening – Enjoy a spectacular display at the Magic Fountain

Itinerary: Day 4 YOUR ITINERARY DAY 4 10:00am – Explore La Rambla, Barcelona's vibrant artery! 11:30am – Explore Barcelona's atmospheric Gothic Quarter, and hunt for treasures in its stylish boutiques. 1:00pm – Discover Barcelona’s Olympic Stadium, the venue of the 1992 Olympic and Paralympic Games. 4:00pm – Take in fabulous views over Barcelona from the Castillo de Montjuic!

Itinerary: Day 5 YOUR ITINERARY DAY 5 Morning - Visit Camp Nou, home to the world-renowned FC Barcelona. Afternoon – flight home to the UK.

Sample Accommodation: Urbany Hostel YOUR ITINERARY Diverse School Travel comprehensively audits all accommodation used, ensuring that they adhere to the School Travel Forum’s high standards for fire safety, food hygiene and security.

Sample Accommodation: Urbany Hostel YOUR ITINERARY Urbany is located in the sought-after Clot district, within easy walking distance of the Sagrada Familia. Students sleep in 3-6 bed ensuite dorms. Teachers in singles or twins.

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SUMMARY What next? Secure your booking. To secure a place we need a non-refundable £100 deposit by Friday 4 th December. Cheques made payable to “Gateford Park Primary.” Payment cards and a payment schedule will be issued on receipt of your deposit.