World Championships 2013 - Las Vegas

You have all the chances in the world to do it, all it takes a bit of money and time. I'd suggest taking the trip to the UK, and hit worlds another year when it happens. Yet another reason to travel.

True. My family is struggling a bit with financials right now, so I don't want to go on the trip if it's going to hurt them right now.
 
I think this is kind of funny, cause suddenly everyone is having this problem it seems, but I may have a chance to go to Germany this spring with my church. I'd have to pay for some of that, and should funds be an issue, I'll be choosing that over this, for obvious reasons.

Hopefully I'll win the lottery or something :P
Germany > cube competition
 
Im having trouble determining what flights are available from las vegas to los angeles. When I look at www.webjet.com, it appears that there are only about half a dozen flights a day. I looked at the las vegas airport website and it said there was only one flight to los angeles yesterday? Can someone point me to a website which will list all possible flights between los angeles and las vegas please?
Thanks
 
Im having trouble determining what flights are available from las vegas to los angeles. When I look at www.webjet.com, it appears that there are only about half a dozen flights a day. I looked at the las vegas airport website and it said there was only one flight to los angeles yesterday? Can someone point me to a website which will list all possible flights between los angeles and las vegas please?
Thanks

I usually use kayak.com, and searching for July 28, 2013 from LAS to LAX gives 24 flights. Some of them are codeshares, so they're counted multiple times, but there's definitely at least 10 or 15.
 
Im having trouble determining what flights are available from las vegas to los angeles. When I look at www.webjet.com, it appears that there are only about half a dozen flights a day. I looked at the las vegas airport website and it said there was only one flight to los angeles yesterday? Can someone point me to a website which will list all possible flights between los angeles and las vegas please?
Thanks

Here are some more:
http://www.hipmunk.com/flights/LAS-to-LAX#!dates=Jul28
Also lets you sort by Departure or Arrival time.
 
At least the 19:55 by Spirit is missing.

it isn't, second result if you search now. Anyway there might be flights not on skyscanner, I just said I've never found one :)

It's always smart to check several places once you're not just browsing where to go. I'm gonna bookmark the one you posted, I like that graphical view
 
So here's the itinerary for the trip:

SCOTLAND

DAY–1 DEPART FOR SCOTLAND
Meet fellow travelers and board your flight for Scotland.

DAY–2 WELCOME TO SCOTLAND!
YOU ARE HERE: DRUMOIG, SCOTLAND
Start your Scotland experience by getting to know your delegation manager and prepare for an immersive educational experience of a lifetime.

Visit the famed University of St. Andrews campus, founded in 1412, and learn about many famous past students, including Prince William, who met his bride, now the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, at St. Andrews.

Next, head to West Sands, a beautiful Scotland beach where many scenes in the Oscar-winning film “Chariots of Fire” where filmed.

T-off with a golf pro at one of Scotland’s finest golfing academies.

DAY–3 RIDE RIVER RAPIDS
YOU ARE HERE: STIRLING, SCOTLAND
Start your day at Blair Castle, where you will learn about its long and famous history, with roots dating back to the 13th century.

Experience parts of the 142,000-acre estate during an educational exploration with an emphasis on nature, economy, and conservation.

Brave white-water rapids on a challenging rafting adventure down the River Tay on your way to Grandtully.

DAY–4 EXPERIENCE A ROYAL MILE MURDER MYSTERY
YOU ARE HERE: ST. ANDREWS, SCOTLAND
Today starts at the Old Town of Edinburgh, capital of Scotland, where you’ll witness the impressive Georgian and Victorian architecture and learn how the town earned the prestigious distinction as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Next, take a look at Edinburgh’s eerie side–including tales of witchcraft, plague, and torture–during the “The Royal Mile Murder Mystery,” an interactive venture along the famous Royal Mile, between Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Abbey.

This afternoon, visit the famous Edinburgh Castle, which dominates the skyline of the city of Edinburgh from its position atop the volcanic Castle Rock.

DAY–5 HUNT FOR THE ELUSIVE NESSIE!
YOU ARE HERE: AVIEMORE, SCOTLAND
Everybody’s heard of Nessie, the mythical Loch Ness Monster, and today you’ll hunt for the fabled beast.

Discover the decades of research undertaken to uncover the truth about Nessie and hear from past explorers seeking the monster.

Next, encounter a “living history” of life as it was in a 1700s Highlands township at Highland Folk Museum; get a firsthand look at this amazing town as you walk through the remains of 400 years of Highland life.

Your next stop is a family-owned farm where you’ll gain an understanding of the Scottish way of life as you participate in sheep-shearing, and experience the life of a sheepdog handler.

Also on your farm, you will bottle-feed orphan lambs and watch collie pups being trained to herd sheep using ducks as “guinea pigs.”

DAY–6 DISCOVER SCOTLAND’S INTRIGUING PAST
YOU ARE HERE: AVIEMORE, SCOTLAND
Learn about the life of a highlander and acquaint yourself with a distinctive part of Scottish culture during a living history demonstration that involves clans, kilts and weapons.

NORTHERN IRELAND

DAY–7 LEARN A TALE OF TWO GIANTS
YOU ARE HERE: GIANTS CAUSEWAY, NORTHERN IRELAND
Welcome to Northern Ireland! Bet you didn’t know there are two.

Today, you’ll have an opportunity to challenge your adventurous spirit and assist local fishermen when you make your way across a rope bridge suspended high in the air to check nets for the daily catch.

Next, head for Giant’s Causeway near the Northern Ireland town of Moyle where you will understand the difference between fiction and fact when you learn about tens of thousands of interlocking basalt columns that form stepping stones that lead from the cliff foot and disappear under the sea.

Learn from a local historian about the two theories of the Causeway’s creation: Was it the result an ancient volcanic eruption? Or the work of legendary Irish giant Finn MacCool who built the causeway to walk to Scotland to fight the Scottish giant Benandonner?

End your day with a look deeper into the history of The Troubles. Learn why it started, the effect it had on the people of Northern Ireland and the road to peace following the signing of the Belfast Good Friday Agreement of 1998.

DAY–8 UNDERSTAND “THE TROUBLES” ERA
YOU ARE HERE: BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND
Rise and discover the capital of Belfast, a city rich in historical and cultural diversity, and learn from a university student or local resident about a period of political unrest known as The Troubles.

You’ll receive firsthand accounts of the impact this era had on the country from people who were there and experience the unfolding the “post-Troubles” era.

Discover how the political and military conflict was done away with, and followed by a period of calmness and economic growth.

This evening, relive history when you visit the shipyard where the infamous Titanic ocean liner was built in 1908–09.

IRELAND

DAY–9 TAKE A HORSE-DRAWN RIDE
YOU ARE HERE: LIMERICK, IRELAND
This morning, enjoy a uniquely local tradition on a horse-drawn jaunty car through the beautiful countryside surrounding the many waterways of Killarney. Carved by glaciers, this area offers fabulous views of the boulder-scattered gorge.

Grab a seat for lunch at Lord Brandon’s Cottage, which previously served as a hunting lodge for Lord Brandon in the 18th Century. Admire great views of the gorge before setting out on a breathtaking cruise across one of the tranquil lakes.

DAY–10 EXPERIENCE EXTREME CULTURAL IMMERSION
YOU ARE HERE: CAHERSIVEEN, IRELAND
Today, you will spend just about every waking moment taking part in community activities, giving back through volunteer projects, and meeting town folk.

Start by venturing into peat fields where you will harvest vegetation, used for heating, and then cut it into bricks to be delivered to Cahersiveen residents to burn for winter warmth.

Join your Irish hosts in volunteer activities that include preparing and delivering meals for people in need and enriching hearts for patients at a local hospital by playing bingo, singing, or sharing stories.

Next, experience some of the most spectacular scenery in Europe as you make your way through Cahersiveen, lying at the foot of Beentee Mountain overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Engage with a local official and learn about this community’s history, as well as the political and economic issues facing the region.

Meet with local athletes when you and participate in two of Ireland’s most popular sports–Gaelic football and hurling.

This evening, put on your dancing shoes and prepare for a traditional Irish party where you’ll learn the art of Irish music and dancing.

DAY–11 MEET WITH INTRIGUING LOCALS
YOU ARE HERE: DUBLIN HOME STAY, IRELAND
Discover the famous 15th century Bunratty Castle, the most complete and authentic fortress in Ireland. The castle was restored in 1954 to its former medieval splendor with 15th and 16th century furnishings, and works of art which capture the mood of those times.

This afternoon, mingle with locals dressed in theme clothing from the 17th century at Folk Park, next to the castle. Enjoy the rich surroundings of this enchanting place as you stroll from house to house around the charming village.

DAY–12 DISCOVER IRISH SPORTING HISTORY
YOU ARE HERE: DUBLIN HOME STAY, IRELAND
Start your day by visiting some of Ireland’s most famous, including Patrick’s Cathedral, Phoenix Park, Trinity College, and statue-lined O’Connell Street.

Next, experience a part of Irish sporting history at the Gaelic Athletic Association Museum, the largest cultural sporting organization in Ireland.

Here, enjoy an insider’s view from a local sports expert on the traditional Irish sports of Gaelic football and hurling.

Gain an understanding of how the games have played an important role in modern Irish history.

DAY–13 EXPERIENCE TRUE IRISH HOSPITALITY
YOU ARE HERE: GIANTS CAUSEWAY, NORTHERN IRELAND
Cross the beautiful Menai Straits over Stephenson’s historic bridge on your way to the Welsh mainland.

WALES

DAY–14 PARTICIPATE IN A TEAM CHALLENGE
YOU ARE HERE: NORTH WALES
Participate in exercises led by the Full On team. You’ll test your mental skills and physical agility during a day of adventure, leadership, and personal growth exercises.

Achieve greatness and focus on personal goals during the Full On challenge. Challenge your adventurous spirit when you rappel 70 feet off a tower wall at Penrhyn Castle!

Continue on to a unique village on the island of Anglesey in Wales with a long name: Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwyllllantysiliogogogoch. Look it up!

ENGLAND

DAY–15 WELCOME TO LONDON!
YOU ARE HERE: LONDON, ENGLAND
Take in panoramic views of London 443 feet the air when you ride one of the world’s tallest Ferris wheels, the London Eye.

DAY–16 BEHIND-THE-SCENES ACCESS AT A MEDIEVAL CASTLE
YOU ARE HERE: LONDON, ENGLAND
Today starts with a fantastic photo opportunity when you visit Buckingham Palace to experience the Changing of the Guard.

Head for the medieval Warwick Castle where you can picture yourself in the Middle Ages as you encounter the gloomy dungeon, ghostly torture chamber, and cool armory during an exclusive after-hours tour.

Spend your afternoon training as a soldier in a special recreation medieval encampment as you learn the art of sword fighting and other pre-battle rituals.

Top off your day with a bang when you witness firing of the world’s largest trebuchet (catapult).

DAY–17 EXPLORE A UNIQUELY PRESERVED WALLED CITY
YOU ARE HERE: NORTHERN ENGLAND
Explore the sights within massive concrete barriers of Chester, one of the best-preserved walled cities in Britain. Learn about the history of this distinctive city.

Enjoy the scenic countryside as you make your way to the second country, Wales!

Begin your Wales experience getting to know locals when you join them on a visit a market and pick up the ingredients for a lunch that you’ll prepare yourself.

DAY–18 MEET WITH POLITICAL LEADERS
YOU ARE HERE: LONDON, ENGLAND
Immerse yourself in politics when you’re granted special access to a representative of Parliament to discuss the respective roles of the House of Commons, the House of Lords, the Monarch, and the European Union.

During a Medieval Banquet lunch, pose for a picture with “King Henry VIII.”

Next, head for the Tower of London where you’ll witness firsthand the torture devices used on prisoners more than 400 years ago.

Keep an eye out for the mysterious ravens that haunt the tower and meet the iconic Beefeaters who protect this landmark.

Enjoy the city’s famous sights, including Big Ben and London Bridge, as you cruise the River Thames by boat.

End your busy day at the glitzy West End theater district–London’s equivalent to Broadway–and take in a performance. Past shows viewed by delegates include Wicked, Lord of the Rings, and Mama Mia.

DAY–19 DEPART FOR HOME
Pack your suitcase for the last time and board the coach for the airport. Remember to complete your program evaluations and exchange friendship cards with your fellow Ambassadors!

I RSVPed to go to the meeting which is on October 6th, so we'll see how that goes and see when the trip is and if it interferes with World's. If it does, I don't really care, this trip sounds amazing.
 
So here's the itinerary for the trip:

SCOTLAND

DAY–1 DEPART FOR SCOTLAND
Meet fellow travelers and board your flight for Scotland.

DAY–2 WELCOME TO SCOTLAND!
YOU ARE HERE: DRUMOIG, SCOTLAND
Start your Scotland experience by getting to know your delegation manager and prepare for an immersive educational experience of a lifetime.

Visit the famed University of St. Andrews campus, founded in 1412, and learn about many famous past students, including Prince William, who met his bride, now the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, at St. Andrews.

Next, head to West Sands, a beautiful Scotland beach where many scenes in the Oscar-winning film “Chariots of Fire” where filmed.

T-off with a golf pro at one of Scotland’s finest golfing academies.

DAY–3 RIDE RIVER RAPIDS
YOU ARE HERE: STIRLING, SCOTLAND
Start your day at Blair Castle, where you will learn about its long and famous history, with roots dating back to the 13th century.

Experience parts of the 142,000-acre estate during an educational exploration with an emphasis on nature, economy, and conservation.

Brave white-water rapids on a challenging rafting adventure down the River Tay on your way to Grandtully.

DAY–4 EXPERIENCE A ROYAL MILE MURDER MYSTERY
YOU ARE HERE: ST. ANDREWS, SCOTLAND
Today starts at the Old Town of Edinburgh, capital of Scotland, where you’ll witness the impressive Georgian and Victorian architecture and learn how the town earned the prestigious distinction as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Next, take a look at Edinburgh’s eerie side–including tales of witchcraft, plague, and torture–during the “The Royal Mile Murder Mystery,” an interactive venture along the famous Royal Mile, between Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Abbey.

This afternoon, visit the famous Edinburgh Castle, which dominates the skyline of the city of Edinburgh from its position atop the volcanic Castle Rock.

DAY–5 HUNT FOR THE ELUSIVE NESSIE!
YOU ARE HERE: AVIEMORE, SCOTLAND
Everybody’s heard of Nessie, the mythical Loch Ness Monster, and today you’ll hunt for the fabled beast.

Discover the decades of research undertaken to uncover the truth about Nessie and hear from past explorers seeking the monster.

Next, encounter a “living history” of life as it was in a 1700s Highlands township at Highland Folk Museum; get a firsthand look at this amazing town as you walk through the remains of 400 years of Highland life.

Your next stop is a family-owned farm where you’ll gain an understanding of the Scottish way of life as you participate in sheep-shearing, and experience the life of a sheepdog handler.

Also on your farm, you will bottle-feed orphan lambs and watch collie pups being trained to herd sheep using ducks as “guinea pigs.”

DAY–6 DISCOVER SCOTLAND’S INTRIGUING PAST
YOU ARE HERE: AVIEMORE, SCOTLAND
Learn about the life of a highlander and acquaint yourself with a distinctive part of Scottish culture during a living history demonstration that involves clans, kilts and weapons.

NORTHERN IRELAND

DAY–7 LEARN A TALE OF TWO GIANTS
YOU ARE HERE: GIANTS CAUSEWAY, NORTHERN IRELAND
Welcome to Northern Ireland! Bet you didn’t know there are two.

Today, you’ll have an opportunity to challenge your adventurous spirit and assist local fishermen when you make your way across a rope bridge suspended high in the air to check nets for the daily catch.

Next, head for Giant’s Causeway near the Northern Ireland town of Moyle where you will understand the difference between fiction and fact when you learn about tens of thousands of interlocking basalt columns that form stepping stones that lead from the cliff foot and disappear under the sea.

Learn from a local historian about the two theories of the Causeway’s creation: Was it the result an ancient volcanic eruption? Or the work of legendary Irish giant Finn MacCool who built the causeway to walk to Scotland to fight the Scottish giant Benandonner?

End your day with a look deeper into the history of The Troubles. Learn why it started, the effect it had on the people of Northern Ireland and the road to peace following the signing of the Belfast Good Friday Agreement of 1998.

DAY–8 UNDERSTAND “THE TROUBLES” ERA
YOU ARE HERE: BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND
Rise and discover the capital of Belfast, a city rich in historical and cultural diversity, and learn from a university student or local resident about a period of political unrest known as The Troubles.

You’ll receive firsthand accounts of the impact this era had on the country from people who were there and experience the unfolding the “post-Troubles” era.

Discover how the political and military conflict was done away with, and followed by a period of calmness and economic growth.

This evening, relive history when you visit the shipyard where the infamous Titanic ocean liner was built in 1908–09.

IRELAND

DAY–9 TAKE A HORSE-DRAWN RIDE
YOU ARE HERE: LIMERICK, IRELAND
This morning, enjoy a uniquely local tradition on a horse-drawn jaunty car through the beautiful countryside surrounding the many waterways of Killarney. Carved by glaciers, this area offers fabulous views of the boulder-scattered gorge.

Grab a seat for lunch at Lord Brandon’s Cottage, which previously served as a hunting lodge for Lord Brandon in the 18th Century. Admire great views of the gorge before setting out on a breathtaking cruise across one of the tranquil lakes.

DAY–10 EXPERIENCE EXTREME CULTURAL IMMERSION
YOU ARE HERE: CAHERSIVEEN, IRELAND
Today, you will spend just about every waking moment taking part in community activities, giving back through volunteer projects, and meeting town folk.

Start by venturing into peat fields where you will harvest vegetation, used for heating, and then cut it into bricks to be delivered to Cahersiveen residents to burn for winter warmth.

Join your Irish hosts in volunteer activities that include preparing and delivering meals for people in need and enriching hearts for patients at a local hospital by playing bingo, singing, or sharing stories.

Next, experience some of the most spectacular scenery in Europe as you make your way through Cahersiveen, lying at the foot of Beentee Mountain overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Engage with a local official and learn about this community’s history, as well as the political and economic issues facing the region.

Meet with local athletes when you and participate in two of Ireland’s most popular sports–Gaelic football and hurling.

This evening, put on your dancing shoes and prepare for a traditional Irish party where you’ll learn the art of Irish music and dancing.

DAY–11 MEET WITH INTRIGUING LOCALS
YOU ARE HERE: DUBLIN HOME STAY, IRELAND
Discover the famous 15th century Bunratty Castle, the most complete and authentic fortress in Ireland. The castle was restored in 1954 to its former medieval splendor with 15th and 16th century furnishings, and works of art which capture the mood of those times.

This afternoon, mingle with locals dressed in theme clothing from the 17th century at Folk Park, next to the castle. Enjoy the rich surroundings of this enchanting place as you stroll from house to house around the charming village.

DAY–12 DISCOVER IRISH SPORTING HISTORY
YOU ARE HERE: DUBLIN HOME STAY, IRELAND
Start your day by visiting some of Ireland’s most famous, including Patrick’s Cathedral, Phoenix Park, Trinity College, and statue-lined O’Connell Street.

Next, experience a part of Irish sporting history at the Gaelic Athletic Association Museum, the largest cultural sporting organization in Ireland.

Here, enjoy an insider’s view from a local sports expert on the traditional Irish sports of Gaelic football and hurling.

Gain an understanding of how the games have played an important role in modern Irish history.

DAY–13 EXPERIENCE TRUE IRISH HOSPITALITY
YOU ARE HERE: GIANTS CAUSEWAY, NORTHERN IRELAND
Cross the beautiful Menai Straits over Stephenson’s historic bridge on your way to the Welsh mainland.

WALES

DAY–14 PARTICIPATE IN A TEAM CHALLENGE
YOU ARE HERE: NORTH WALES
Participate in exercises led by the Full On team. You’ll test your mental skills and physical agility during a day of adventure, leadership, and personal growth exercises.

Achieve greatness and focus on personal goals during the Full On challenge. Challenge your adventurous spirit when you rappel 70 feet off a tower wall at Penrhyn Castle!

Continue on to a unique village on the island of Anglesey in Wales with a long name: Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwyllllantysiliogogogoch. Look it up!

ENGLAND

DAY–15 WELCOME TO LONDON!
YOU ARE HERE: LONDON, ENGLAND
Take in panoramic views of London 443 feet the air when you ride one of the world’s tallest Ferris wheels, the London Eye.

DAY–16 BEHIND-THE-SCENES ACCESS AT A MEDIEVAL CASTLE
YOU ARE HERE: LONDON, ENGLAND
Today starts with a fantastic photo opportunity when you visit Buckingham Palace to experience the Changing of the Guard.

Head for the medieval Warwick Castle where you can picture yourself in the Middle Ages as you encounter the gloomy dungeon, ghostly torture chamber, and cool armory during an exclusive after-hours tour.

Spend your afternoon training as a soldier in a special recreation medieval encampment as you learn the art of sword fighting and other pre-battle rituals.

Top off your day with a bang when you witness firing of the world’s largest trebuchet (catapult).

DAY–17 EXPLORE A UNIQUELY PRESERVED WALLED CITY
YOU ARE HERE: NORTHERN ENGLAND
Explore the sights within massive concrete barriers of Chester, one of the best-preserved walled cities in Britain. Learn about the history of this distinctive city.

Enjoy the scenic countryside as you make your way to the second country, Wales!

Begin your Wales experience getting to know locals when you join them on a visit a market and pick up the ingredients for a lunch that you’ll prepare yourself.

DAY–18 MEET WITH POLITICAL LEADERS
YOU ARE HERE: LONDON, ENGLAND
Immerse yourself in politics when you’re granted special access to a representative of Parliament to discuss the respective roles of the House of Commons, the House of Lords, the Monarch, and the European Union.

During a Medieval Banquet lunch, pose for a picture with “King Henry VIII.”

Next, head for the Tower of London where you’ll witness firsthand the torture devices used on prisoners more than 400 years ago.

Keep an eye out for the mysterious ravens that haunt the tower and meet the iconic Beefeaters who protect this landmark.

Enjoy the city’s famous sights, including Big Ben and London Bridge, as you cruise the River Thames by boat.

End your busy day at the glitzy West End theater district–London’s equivalent to Broadway–and take in a performance. Past shows viewed by delegates include Wicked, Lord of the Rings, and Mama Mia.

DAY–19 DEPART FOR HOME
Pack your suitcase for the last time and board the coach for the airport. Remember to complete your program evaluations and exchange friendship cards with your fellow Ambassadors!

I RSVPed to go to the meeting which is on October 6th, so we'll see how that goes and see when the trip is and if it interferes with World's. If it does, I don't really care, this trip sounds amazing.

I didn't read the whole thing, but that trip sounds amazing!
 
So here's the itinerary for the trip:

SCOTLAND

DAY–1 DEPART FOR SCOTLAND
Meet fellow travelers and board your flight for Scotland.

DAY–2 WELCOME TO SCOTLAND!
YOU ARE HERE: DRUMOIG, SCOTLAND
Start your Scotland experience by getting to know your delegation manager and prepare for an immersive educational experience of a lifetime.

Visit the famed University of St. Andrews campus, founded in 1412, and learn about many famous past students, including Prince William, who met his bride, now the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, at St. Andrews.

Next, head to West Sands, a beautiful Scotland beach where many scenes in the Oscar-winning film “Chariots of Fire” where filmed.

T-off with a golf pro at one of Scotland’s finest golfing academies.

DAY–3 RIDE RIVER RAPIDS
YOU ARE HERE: STIRLING, SCOTLAND
Start your day at Blair Castle, where you will learn about its long and famous history, with roots dating back to the 13th century.

Experience parts of the 142,000-acre estate during an educational exploration with an emphasis on nature, economy, and conservation.

Brave white-water rapids on a challenging rafting adventure down the River Tay on your way to Grandtully.

DAY–4 EXPERIENCE A ROYAL MILE MURDER MYSTERY
YOU ARE HERE: ST. ANDREWS, SCOTLAND
Today starts at the Old Town of Edinburgh, capital of Scotland, where you’ll witness the impressive Georgian and Victorian architecture and learn how the town earned the prestigious distinction as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Next, take a look at Edinburgh’s eerie side–including tales of witchcraft, plague, and torture–during the “The Royal Mile Murder Mystery,” an interactive venture along the famous Royal Mile, between Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Abbey.

This afternoon, visit the famous Edinburgh Castle, which dominates the skyline of the city of Edinburgh from its position atop the volcanic Castle Rock.

DAY–5 HUNT FOR THE ELUSIVE NESSIE!
YOU ARE HERE: AVIEMORE, SCOTLAND
Everybody’s heard of Nessie, the mythical Loch Ness Monster, and today you’ll hunt for the fabled beast.

Discover the decades of research undertaken to uncover the truth about Nessie and hear from past explorers seeking the monster.

Next, encounter a “living history” of life as it was in a 1700s Highlands township at Highland Folk Museum; get a firsthand look at this amazing town as you walk through the remains of 400 years of Highland life.

Your next stop is a family-owned farm where you’ll gain an understanding of the Scottish way of life as you participate in sheep-shearing, and experience the life of a sheepdog handler.

Also on your farm, you will bottle-feed orphan lambs and watch collie pups being trained to herd sheep using ducks as “guinea pigs.”

DAY–6 DISCOVER SCOTLAND’S INTRIGUING PAST
YOU ARE HERE: AVIEMORE, SCOTLAND
Learn about the life of a highlander and acquaint yourself with a distinctive part of Scottish culture during a living history demonstration that involves clans, kilts and weapons.

NORTHERN IRELAND

DAY–7 LEARN A TALE OF TWO GIANTS
YOU ARE HERE: GIANTS CAUSEWAY, NORTHERN IRELAND
Welcome to Northern Ireland! Bet you didn’t know there are two.

Today, you’ll have an opportunity to challenge your adventurous spirit and assist local fishermen when you make your way across a rope bridge suspended high in the air to check nets for the daily catch.

Next, head for Giant’s Causeway near the Northern Ireland town of Moyle where you will understand the difference between fiction and fact when you learn about tens of thousands of interlocking basalt columns that form stepping stones that lead from the cliff foot and disappear under the sea.

Learn from a local historian about the two theories of the Causeway’s creation: Was it the result an ancient volcanic eruption? Or the work of legendary Irish giant Finn MacCool who built the causeway to walk to Scotland to fight the Scottish giant Benandonner?

End your day with a look deeper into the history of The Troubles. Learn why it started, the effect it had on the people of Northern Ireland and the road to peace following the signing of the Belfast Good Friday Agreement of 1998.

DAY–8 UNDERSTAND “THE TROUBLES” ERA
YOU ARE HERE: BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND
Rise and discover the capital of Belfast, a city rich in historical and cultural diversity, and learn from a university student or local resident about a period of political unrest known as The Troubles.

You’ll receive firsthand accounts of the impact this era had on the country from people who were there and experience the unfolding the “post-Troubles” era.

Discover how the political and military conflict was done away with, and followed by a period of calmness and economic growth.

This evening, relive history when you visit the shipyard where the infamous Titanic ocean liner was built in 1908–09.

IRELAND

DAY–9 TAKE A HORSE-DRAWN RIDE
YOU ARE HERE: LIMERICK, IRELAND
This morning, enjoy a uniquely local tradition on a horse-drawn jaunty car through the beautiful countryside surrounding the many waterways of Killarney. Carved by glaciers, this area offers fabulous views of the boulder-scattered gorge.

Grab a seat for lunch at Lord Brandon’s Cottage, which previously served as a hunting lodge for Lord Brandon in the 18th Century. Admire great views of the gorge before setting out on a breathtaking cruise across one of the tranquil lakes.

DAY–10 EXPERIENCE EXTREME CULTURAL IMMERSION
YOU ARE HERE: CAHERSIVEEN, IRELAND
Today, you will spend just about every waking moment taking part in community activities, giving back through volunteer projects, and meeting town folk.

Start by venturing into peat fields where you will harvest vegetation, used for heating, and then cut it into bricks to be delivered to Cahersiveen residents to burn for winter warmth.

Join your Irish hosts in volunteer activities that include preparing and delivering meals for people in need and enriching hearts for patients at a local hospital by playing bingo, singing, or sharing stories.

Next, experience some of the most spectacular scenery in Europe as you make your way through Cahersiveen, lying at the foot of Beentee Mountain overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Engage with a local official and learn about this community’s history, as well as the political and economic issues facing the region.

Meet with local athletes when you and participate in two of Ireland’s most popular sports–Gaelic football and hurling.

This evening, put on your dancing shoes and prepare for a traditional Irish party where you’ll learn the art of Irish music and dancing.

DAY–11 MEET WITH INTRIGUING LOCALS
YOU ARE HERE: DUBLIN HOME STAY, IRELAND
Discover the famous 15th century Bunratty Castle, the most complete and authentic fortress in Ireland. The castle was restored in 1954 to its former medieval splendor with 15th and 16th century furnishings, and works of art which capture the mood of those times.

This afternoon, mingle with locals dressed in theme clothing from the 17th century at Folk Park, next to the castle. Enjoy the rich surroundings of this enchanting place as you stroll from house to house around the charming village.

DAY–12 DISCOVER IRISH SPORTING HISTORY
YOU ARE HERE: DUBLIN HOME STAY, IRELAND
Start your day by visiting some of Ireland’s most famous, including Patrick’s Cathedral, Phoenix Park, Trinity College, and statue-lined O’Connell Street.

Next, experience a part of Irish sporting history at the Gaelic Athletic Association Museum, the largest cultural sporting organization in Ireland.

Here, enjoy an insider’s view from a local sports expert on the traditional Irish sports of Gaelic football and hurling.

Gain an understanding of how the games have played an important role in modern Irish history.

DAY–13 EXPERIENCE TRUE IRISH HOSPITALITY
YOU ARE HERE: GIANTS CAUSEWAY, NORTHERN IRELAND
Cross the beautiful Menai Straits over Stephenson’s historic bridge on your way to the Welsh mainland.

WALES

DAY–14 PARTICIPATE IN A TEAM CHALLENGE
YOU ARE HERE: NORTH WALES
Participate in exercises led by the Full On team. You’ll test your mental skills and physical agility during a day of adventure, leadership, and personal growth exercises.

Achieve greatness and focus on personal goals during the Full On challenge. Challenge your adventurous spirit when you rappel 70 feet off a tower wall at Penrhyn Castle!

Continue on to a unique village on the island of Anglesey in Wales with a long name: Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwyllllantysiliogogogoch. Look it up!

ENGLAND

DAY–15 WELCOME TO LONDON!
YOU ARE HERE: LONDON, ENGLAND
Take in panoramic views of London 443 feet the air when you ride one of the world’s tallest Ferris wheels, the London Eye.

DAY–16 BEHIND-THE-SCENES ACCESS AT A MEDIEVAL CASTLE
YOU ARE HERE: LONDON, ENGLAND
Today starts with a fantastic photo opportunity when you visit Buckingham Palace to experience the Changing of the Guard.

Head for the medieval Warwick Castle where you can picture yourself in the Middle Ages as you encounter the gloomy dungeon, ghostly torture chamber, and cool armory during an exclusive after-hours tour.

Spend your afternoon training as a soldier in a special recreation medieval encampment as you learn the art of sword fighting and other pre-battle rituals.

Top off your day with a bang when you witness firing of the world’s largest trebuchet (catapult).

DAY–17 EXPLORE A UNIQUELY PRESERVED WALLED CITY
YOU ARE HERE: NORTHERN ENGLAND
Explore the sights within massive concrete barriers of Chester, one of the best-preserved walled cities in Britain. Learn about the history of this distinctive city.

Enjoy the scenic countryside as you make your way to the second country, Wales!

Begin your Wales experience getting to know locals when you join them on a visit a market and pick up the ingredients for a lunch that you’ll prepare yourself.

DAY–18 MEET WITH POLITICAL LEADERS
YOU ARE HERE: LONDON, ENGLAND
Immerse yourself in politics when you’re granted special access to a representative of Parliament to discuss the respective roles of the House of Commons, the House of Lords, the Monarch, and the European Union.

During a Medieval Banquet lunch, pose for a picture with “King Henry VIII.”

Next, head for the Tower of London where you’ll witness firsthand the torture devices used on prisoners more than 400 years ago.

Keep an eye out for the mysterious ravens that haunt the tower and meet the iconic Beefeaters who protect this landmark.

Enjoy the city’s famous sights, including Big Ben and London Bridge, as you cruise the River Thames by boat.

End your busy day at the glitzy West End theater district–London’s equivalent to Broadway–and take in a performance. Past shows viewed by delegates include Wicked, Lord of the Rings, and Mama Mia.

DAY–19 DEPART FOR HOME
Pack your suitcase for the last time and board the coach for the airport. Remember to complete your program evaluations and exchange friendship cards with your fellow Ambassadors!

I RSVPed to go to the meeting which is on October 6th, so we'll see how that goes and see when the trip is and if it interferes with World's. If it does, I don't really care, this trip sounds amazing.

I skimmed over it, and it sounds ultra awesome. Go get yourself a weekend job and start saving!
 
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