2014-2015 NYC Trip
DESTINATION: NEW YORK TOUR
DATE: SPRING 2015
FT. ZUMWALT WEST HIGH SCHOOL ORCHESTRA
DANIEL MIELOCH, DIRECTOR
DESTINATION: NEW YORK TOUR
DATE: MARCH 10-14, 2015
SUGGESTED ITINERARY
AS OF
November 17, 2014
TUESDAY, MARCH 10
11:00 AM Motor coaches arrive at Ft. Zumwalt West High School;
11:30 AM Depart for Newark, NJ (970 miles, 16.5 driving hours plus stops via PA Turnpike;
995 miles, 17.5 hours via I-70, I-76 and I-80. Motor coach company will recommend most efficient routing. Change clocks to Eastern Time)
TBD PM Dinner en route (fast food, student cost, 1 hour suggested)
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11
AM Breakfast en route (student cost, 1 hour or less)
7:30 AM Arrive in New York City at Rockefeller Center
Located in the heart of midtown Manhattan, it is known for its big Christmas tree and ice skating in winter, Today Show concerts, Radio City Music Hall and Saturday Night Live. There is a vast array of options for shopping and dining, whether you're looking to purchase high-end goods or just grab a quick bite to eat.
AM Be sure to check out The Today Show
There may be a chance for you to get on camera
AM Breakfast on own in area (student cost)
10:00 AM Group meets at Rockefeller Center/NBC Studios
TBD AM Experience the NBC Studios Tour
Tracing radio and television back to 1933, the tour brings some of NBC’s classic programs back to life--programs that were created in the same studios that bring us today’s entertainment.
PM Lunch on own in area (student cost)
1:00 PM Explore Fifth Avenue in chaperoned groups
Stores like Louis Vuitton, Tiffany’s Gucci and Versace, to the NBA Store, FAO Schwartz and the famous Apple Store, there are enough over-the-top shopping opportunities here to satisfy everyone’s taste.
4:00 PM Meet back at Rockefeller Plaza. Group eats dinner at Cucina Italian Restaurant
5:30 PM Walk to Top of the Rock
The six level observatory atop the Art Deco skyscraper, 30 Rockefeller Plaza which offers fantastic 360 degree view of the New York City Skyline!
7:30 PM Load motor coaches; depart for hotel
PM Check in and relax for the evening
Night time Security Guard on duty from 10pm-5am
THURSDAY, MARCH 12
AM Breakfast at the hotel
Morning Ft. Zumwalt West HS Orchestra participates in an Instrumental Broadway Clinic
Clinic is 2 hours in length. These advanced level clinics provide performing groups the opportunity to work on their current repertoire or a new piece with world- class artists from renowned concert bands, orchestras, opera companies and Broadway shows. Clinics take places in a variety of private studios.
Noon Lunch on your own, TBD (Student cost, local delis, depending on location of Clinic)
1:00 PM Load motor coaches; depart for the Intrepid Sea Air and Space Museum
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is one of America’s leading historic, cultural and educational institutions. The Museum is centered on the aircraft carrier Intrepid (CVS-11), one of the most successful ships in US history, and now a national historic landmark and one of the most unique attractions in New York City. The Museum features a range of interactive exhibits and events providing a snapshot of heroism, education, and excitement.
Afternoon Ft. Zumwalt West HS Orchestra Performance (based on availability)
PM Enjoy time to explore the museum
3:00 PM Load motor coaches, depart for the Strawberry Fields Memorial in Central
Park
4:00 PM Load motor coaches, depart for the Hard Rock Café, Times Square
4:30 PM Meet for a group dinner at the Hard Rock Café
Dinner to include: Choice of Cheeseburger, Bacon Cheeseburger, Cajun Chicken Sandwich, Veggie Burger, Bab-b-que Pork Sandwich – served with Chocolate chip cookie, coffee, tea, or soft drink
Afterwards Explore Times Square and the Theatre District in small groups
From the indoor Ferris wheel at Toys ‘R’ Us, MTV Store, and every type of NYC souvenir store you can imagine to the Ed Sullivan Theater (home to the Late Show with David Letterman), you will never see another place like it!
7:00 PM Walk to your theatre
8:00 PM Enjoy a Broadway Performance – Wicked
10:00 PM Load motor coaches; return to the hotel
Night time Security Guard on duty from 10pm-5am
FRIDAY, MARCH 13
7:30 AM Enjoy breakfast at the hotel
8:30 AM Check out of hotel; load motor coaches
AM Depart for the South Ferry
This is one of New York City’s oldest open spaces. Located at the tip of Manhattan overlooking New York Harbor, over four million people, including residents, office workers, school groups, and tourists from around the world annually visit the park and its major landmark, Castle Clinton National Monument.
9:30 AM Depart on a ferry at Battery Park aboard the Staten Island Ferry
One of New York City’s oldest public open spaces, located at the top of Manhattan overlooking New York Harbor, over four million people, including residents, office workers, school groups and tourist from around the world annually visit the park and its major landmark, Castle Clinton National Monument.
10:00 AM Aboard the Staten Island Ferry you will have a perfect view of The Statue of
Liberty and Ellis Island. You’ll see the skyscrapers and bridges of Lower Manhattan receding as you pull away and coming into focus again as you return.
10:30 AM Walk to the South Street Seaport
Located on the site of what was once the busiest port in America, today it’s a combination maritime museum and mall offering insight into New York’s rich maritime history and providing a great place for shopping and dining
PM Lunch on own (student cost)
1:00 PM Walk to the Tribute World Trade Center 9/11 Visitor Center
1:30 PM Free time to explore the visitor’s center
A place where visitors can connect with people from the September 11th community, the Center offers “Person to Person History,” linking people who want to understand and appreciate these historic events on September 11th, the identity of 2,973 people killed in the attacks, the unprecedented rescue and recovery operations and the tremendous spirit of support and generosity that arose after the attacks.
2:30 PM Walk to the National September 11th Memorial
This 16-acre site features two enormous waterfalls and reflecting pools, each about an acre in size, set within the footprints of the original twin towers. Its design conveys a spirit of hope and renewal, and creates a contemplative space separate from the usual sights and sounds of a bustling metropolis. With more than 400 trees, the Memorial Plaza is one of the most eco-friendly plazas ever constructed. (pending availability)
4:30 PM Depart for Dallas BBQ for group dinner
5:30 PM Group Dinner at Dallas BBQ, Times Square
6:30 PM Depart for Lincoln Center for performance by the New York Philharmonic
8:00 PM Enjoy the concert by the World renowned New York Philharmonic
10:00 PM Board motor coaches, depart for home (980 miles, 17.5 driving hours plus stops
via PA Turnpike; 1005 miles, 18.5 hours via I-70, I-76 and I-80. Motor coach
company will recommend most efficient routing. Change clocks to Central Time)
SATURDAY, MARCH 14
AM Breakfast en route (student cost)
3:00 PM Estimated arrival at Ft. Zumwalt West High School