RAGSDALE HIGH SCHOOL BAND, CHOIR, & ORCHESTRA
JESSICA GLIME & ANDREW OLDHAM, DIRECTORS
DESTINATION: TORONTO
DATE: APRIL 11-15, 2018
SUGGESTED ITINERARY
AS OF
AUGUST 29, 2017
NOTE: Please have a copy of an official birth certificate AND a photo ID for everyone under the age of 18 years old. 18 years and older please have a passport or passport card
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11
4:30PMTwo (2) 56 pax Holiday Motor coaches arrive at Ragsdale High School
1000 Lucy Ragsdale Drive, Jamestown, NC 27282
5:30PMDepart for Toronto, Ontario, Canada
(728 miles; 13.5 driving hours + 2 hours for meal and driver stops + ½ hour for traffic)
PMDinner en route (student cost)
THURSDAY, APRIL 12
AMBreakfast en route (student cost)
9:30AMArrive at Casa Loma
The former home of Canadian financier Sir Henry Pellatt. Completed in 1914 for a staggering $3.5 million, Canada's foremost castle is complete with decorated suites, secret passages, an 800-foot tunnel, towers, stables, and beautiful 5-acre estate gardens.
**You will be greeted by your Professional Bob Rogers Travel Tour Director upon arrival**
10:00AMRagsdale HS Choir, Band & Orchestra perform at Casa Loma (chairs provided)
(no electrical available) (group to provide stands and equipment) (40 performer max)
10:45AMPerformance timeslot ends; free time to explore
11:30PMLoad motor coaches; transfer to St Lawrence Market
12:00PMTime to explore the market
It’s one of the world’s great markets – each merchant a square on a lively and authentic patchquilt. The mothers, sons, fathers and daughters whose hard work and passion for food and their craft make up the collective story of the Market. You’re here, and part of the story. There’s so much to see, taste and discover – now, where to begin?
PMLunch at the market (student cost)
2:00PMWalk to the Hockey Hall of Fame Museum
2:30PMExplore the museum
The world’s one and only! Experience the game that defines Canada and a sport that has been adopted by over 80 countries. Spread across over 60,000 square feet, the Hall of Fame offers something for everyone!
3:30PMWalk to the CN Tower
4:00 PMView the city from the observation deck of the CN Tower
The world's 5th tallest tower and free standing structure, standing over 1,815 ft.
5:45PMWalk to Joe Badali’s Ristorante Italiano
6:00 PMEnjoy a group dinner!
Menu to include: Caesar salad; Badali salad; assorted stoned baked pizzas (pepperoni and cheese); fresh rolls with butter; chicken fingers; penne pasta with meatballs in a fresh tomato sauce; rigatoni pasta with fresh vegetables in a tomato cream sauce and dessert options of fresh fruit or make your own sundae bar!
7:15PMLoad motor coaches; depart for the Toronto Symphony Orchestra
8:00PMEnjoy a performance by the Toronto Symphony Orchestra
(based on 2018 schedule and availability)
10:00PMLoad motor coaches; depart for the Hilton Garden Inn – Toronto Airport
(905) 362-94823311 Caroga Dr, Mississauga, ON, L4V 1A3
10:30PMCheck in to the hotel
FRIDAY, APRIL 13
7:30AMEnjoy breakfast at the hotel
8:30AMLoad motor coaches; depart for Niagara Falls
10:00AMArrive at Niagara Falls, Ontario Canada
Niagara Falls is far more than a natural phenomenon. Come and see what makes Niagara Falls one of the world’s favorite destinations!
Group 1(70 max)
10:30AMEnjoy Niagara’s Fury
An all-new Virtual Reality adventure telling the story of the creation of Niagara Falls. Experience
the power of the Falls, with extreme weather.
11:20AMEnjoy the Journey Behind the Falls
Elevators transport you down to observation decks right at the base of the Horseshoe Falls. Walk
behind the Falls and feel the thunder of Niagara first-hand.
12:30PMEnjoy lunch at the Table Rock Grill (pizza slice & soft drink included)
1:40PMExplore the Butterfly Conservatory
Experience over 2000 free flying butterflies in a lush rainforest setting.
Group 2(70 max)
10:40AMEnjoy the Journey Behind the Falls
Elevators transport you down to observation decks right at the base of the Horseshoe Falls. Walk
behind the Falls and feel the thunder of Niagara first-hand.
11:30AMEnjoy lunch at the Table Rock Grill (pizza slice & soft drink included)
12:30AMEnjoy Niagara’s Fury
An all-new Virtual Reality adventure telling the story of the creation of Niagara Falls. Experience
the power of the Falls, with extreme weather.
1:20PMExplore the Butterfly Conservatory
Experience over 2000 free flying butterflies in a lush rainforest setting.
2:30PMBoard the Hornblower Niagra Cruise (based on opening schedule)
Take a boat ride on the Hornblower Steamboat for an up close and personal view at the foot of Niagara Falls for a wet and wild view of the Falls from 13 stories below!
4:30PMLoad motor coaches; depart for Toronto(124 km, 1 ½ hr drive time)
6:00PMArrive at Medieval Times
6:30PMEnjoy dinner and a show at Medieval Times
Surrender to an age of bravery and honor and witness epic battles of steel and steed during our all new show. From ringside seats, discover a feast of the eyes and appetite with more action, more fun and more excitement than ever before. As you thrill to a rousing live jousting tournament, marvel at awe-inspiring horsemanship and falconry, Medieval Times serves a four course meal fit for royalty.
8:30PMLoad motor coaches; return to the hotel
9:00PMArrive and relax for the evening
SATURDAY, APRIL 14
5:30AMEnjoy breakfast at the hotel
6:30AMCheck out of the hotel; load motor coaches
7:00AMDepart for the University of Toronto (or similar)
8:00AMArrive and prepare for your clinics
8:30AMBand, Choir, & Orchestra participate in clinics at the University of Toronto
(based on clinician availability) (separate clinics run concurrently)
11:00AMLoad motor coaches; depart for the Royal Ontario Museum
11:30AMArrive and prepare for your performances
12:00PMRagsdale HS Choir, Band Orchestra performances at Royal Ontario Museum
(separate performances) (chairs provided)
1:00PMPerformance timeslot ends
PMLunch inDruxy’s ROM Cafe(student cost)
PMFree time to explore the museum
Permanent exhibits include Ancient Egypt, precious gemstones, and dinosaur fossils and castings.
4:00PMLoad motor coaches; depart forPlaydium
5:00PMEnjoy dinner and play time at Playdium
Meal to include hamburger, potato chips, salad, and bottomless drinks, and 2 hour play card.
7:00PMLoad motor coaches; depart for home
(728 miles; 13 driving hours + 1½ hours for meal and driver stops + ½ hour for traffic)
SUNDAY, APRIL 15
AMBreakfast en route (student cost)
10:00AMApproximate arrivaltime at Ragsdale High School -Welcome Home!