WAPELLO HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC DEPT.
ORLANDO, FLORIDA TOUR
MARCH 27 – APRIL 1, 2013
Day 1 – Wednesday, March 27: Two buses depart Wapello High School at 1:00 PM to begin straight through trip to Orlando. Meal, break stops & driver switches will be made en route.
Day 2 – Thursday, March 28: Upon arrival (approximately 12:00 PM) group will go directly to Disney’s Hollywood Studios(Park Hours: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM) where they will spend the entire day. Group departs park at 7:00 PM and checks into Radisson Worldgate Resort. At 8:00 PM group will gather for a pizza party in the hotel. The remainder of the evening is free to enjoy the hotel amenities.
*Hotel has 2 swimming pools, game room, lighted tennis courts, billiard room, fitness center, high speed internet in all rooms, two dining rooms and two lounges. (D)
Day 3 – Friday, March 29:Workshop Day!Breakfast is included at the hotel this morning before we load up instruments & equipment. The Concert Choir will head to Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort/Downtown Disney where they have a 9:00 AM “Disney Sings” workshop (9:00-11:30 AM). After their workshop is over they will be transported to Epcot(Park Hours: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM) where they will spend the remainder of the day. The Marching Band will head directly to Epcot at 9:00 AM where they will spend the morning enjoying the rides, attractions & exhibits in the park. At 1:00 PM all members of the Marching Band taking part in “You’re Instrumental” workshop will meet in front of the Italy Pavilion to be directed to their workshop site. The workshop will run from 1:30- 4:00 PM.After the completion of the workshop the group will be free to enjoy Epcot for the remainder of the evening. After the 9:00 PM Illuminations Fireworks display is over the entire group will return to the hotel. (B)
Day 4 – Saturday, March 30:Performance Day! Enjoy another delicious breakfast at the hotel. Today isperformance day for both the Concert Choir & Marching Band! Both groups will head to the Magic Kingdom(Park Hours: 8:00 AM – Midnight) this morning. At 11:30 AM all members of the Concert Choir will depart the Magic Kingdom and travel to Downtown Disney Marketplace where they will prepare for their 1:30 PM performance on the “Waterside Stage”. At 2:00 PM the choir will return to the Magic Kingdom to spend the remainder of the day. The Marching Band will meet 7:00 PM to change into uniforms & get instruments ready. They will be participating in the 8:30 PMMain Street Electrical Parade. After the parade everyone will board buses to return to the hotel for the evening. (B)
Day 5 – Sunday, March 31 (Easter): Today we begin with breakfast followed by check-out. Before departing Orlando we will enjoy one last day at Universal Studios & Islands of Adventure(Park opens at 9:00 AM). Your one day Park to Park ticket allows you to visit both parks in one day. Experience the newest fun park in Orlando with its five themed islands that offer thrill rides from coasters to water rides, live shows, attractions, shops and unique eateries. “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” is the newest attraction at Islands of Adventure and one you don’t want to miss experiencing! We depart for home at 7:00 PM and begin our straight through journey homeward. Meal, break stops & driver switches will be made en route. (B)
Day 6 – Monday, April 1: We arrive back in Wapello around 7:00 PM.