Congratulations! You have won the lottery. You get to plan a trip anywhere in the world for you and one other person.
Group |
Individual |
Select key countries on your continent | |
Support one another in research. | |
Review progress and monitor rubric. | |
Rehearse and present final travel presentations as a team. |
Select a travel location and plan out the travel to and from your location. | |
Research the history, culture and geography. | |
Plan a two day travel schedule to select tourist spots. | |
Budget the food and lodging using a spreadsheet. | |
Develop a final presentation: brochure, poster, TV or Radio ad. |
Travel
Planning Will you take a plane, train or boat to your destination? How will you get from your home to your departure point? How will you travel around once you get there? Will you need a passport or VISA? Be sure to gather schedule and cost information and use a spreadsheet. | |
Click HERE for research guide. | |
Food
Lodging Where will you and your friend stay during your trip? Where will you eat? What unique foods or dishes are available? How much will it cost you each day? Some inexpensive hotels and restaurants are cheap for a reason. What is the average cost you will spend each day? | |
Click HERE for research guide. | |
History &
Geography What are the most important events in history? What current history is being made? How is the city different from the country side? What geographic elements helped make the city's appearance unique? What activities are available in nature? | |
Click HERE for research guide. | |
Culture &
Traditions What language is spoken and what is the native dress? How can you learn the language? Do you need to convert you U.S. currency into the local currency. What types of churches or religious institutions can you see? | |
Click HERE for research guide. | |
Final Presentation | |||||||||||
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CIA Factbook |
National Geographic Map Machine |
Lonely Planet |
Discovery |
Country Facts | World Facts |
Yahoo Travel - Destination |
World Factbook |
Encarta Encyclopedia |
The Weather Channel |
Expedia Travel |
Travel Costs |
Travelocity |
Money Exchange Rates |
Connecticut Digital Library |
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