Greece to Ireland 2024
Next Spring (2024) the Global Experience class is traveling for 17 days to Greece (Athens and the island of Santorini), Rome, Switzerland (Lauterbrunnen), Paris, and Ireland. Receive 3 hours of Cultural Awareness credit within LCU’s General Education core.
Travel with Dr. Jeff Cary, Dr. Monica Williams, and Dr. Kregg Fehr as we trace the rise and development of Western Civilization. We will walk in the footsteps of Socrates at the ancient Acropolis of Athens, take in a breathtaking sunset on the island of Santorini, marvel at the grandeur of the ancient Roman Empire and the Western church in Rome, visit the remarkable ruins of Pompeii, take a bullet train through the heart of Tuscany, explore the majesty of the Swiss Alps, enjoy lunch/coffee in the cafes of Paris after exploring medieval cathedrals and fine art, and take in the stunning landscapes and castles of Ireland. It will be a trip of wonder, learning, experiencing local cultures, great food, art, exploring markets, enjoying the beauty of nature, along with so much more. Come join us!
Itinerary
Out-of-pocket expenses which are not included in the trip charges include passport charges, visas, cost of passport photos, cost of birth certificates or other documentation needed for passport applications, ISIC cards, health-related expenses such as immunizations, spending money for souvenirs, snacks, postcards, stamps, independent meals, and optional excursions. We would encourage you to bring $500-$1,000 of additional spending cash on the trip.
The initial $250 will be due with your application on April 28th. The next $ 1,500 will be due by September 15th, 2023. We will need this to start booking flights, hotels, and ground transportation. The final $3,250 will be due at the start of class (January 15, 2024). It will be listed as a course fee so you can take this part out as a student loan if you need.
If you are a United States citizen, then you will need a passport. If you are an international student, then you may need a Schengen Visa. A copy of your passport is due when you return your acceptance letter. If you do not have a passport, you will need to apply by October 15, 2023. Failure to show receipt of application by November 15, 2023 will make you ineligible for the trip.
Yes. Each country has its own requirements. The requirements will be communicated upon acceptance (May, 2023). Proof of required vaccinations needs to be submitted to the Global Campus office by February 28th, 2024. Failure to show evidence of necessary vaccinations will make you ineligible for the trip.
Yes and no. The university does provide travel insurance for each student. The university does NOT provide separate major medical coverage for students. Typically, your current insurance, either through the university or through your parents, will also cover you while you are traveling. You are encouraged to check with your insurance carrier about coverage while you are traveling in a foreign country.
Not necessarily. If you choose to take the course for credit, then you have to pass the class to go on the trip. However, you may wish to audit the class. If you choose to audit the course, your obligations for course work may be less than a student taking the course for credit, but you will still need to attend all courses and do work designated by the course instructor. A limited number of students choosing to audit the course will be chosen for the trip.
This trip will be capped at 18 students. We fully anticipate demand will exceed this limited amount of space. Therefore, we will keep a waitlist. Students who fail to remain eligible will be dropped from the trip and forfeit the fees they have paid. Those on the waitlist will be given the opportunity to take their spot.