Since 1990, West Lutheran has offered a 2-week European educational experience. This experience is offered to parents, students, teachers, and past alumni alike as it takes you to selected countries of Europe. Along the way, the fun and educational content that is experienced includes the plethora of sounds, tastes, sights, and smells of the different European cultures in a 10-day whirlwind tour. Anywhere from England to Italy to France to Germany to Switzerland, the West Lutheran European trips are essentially a classroom on the move which helps enhance the educational journey well beyond your four years of high school at West Lutheran.
You can sign up on the ACIS website. Click the "Register Now" button to register for the trip or explore the page to see what the trip will be like!
Group ID: 9362
Code: Meitner
What You'll Learn - Three Capitals Trip:
- Independence: Take charge of yourself and your schedule as you gain the courage to navigate new destinations, test your language skills in real-world situations, and manage your time and money.
- Flexibility: Develop skills to adapt and acclimate as you step outside your comfort zone, experiencing the cultural adjustments that come with new places, new foods, dynamic schedules and the wonderful idiosyncrasies of travel.
- Teamwork: Learn respect, communication and collaboration. New settings and shared activities allow you to gain confidence at working together with both familiar faces and new acquaintances.
European Trip Frequently Asked Questions
- Who's in charge of the trip?
The trip is led by the world-renown travel company ACIS & Mr. Phil Meitner who has traveled with ACIS globally since 2002.
- When is the trip offered?
The trip takes place the spring of even years (2026, 2028, 2030 etc.), leaving the week after graduation.
- What are the accommodations?
Minimum 4-star accommodations in all the places the group stays.
- What is the cost of the trip?
The cost depends on the tour taken. Past trips have been in the range of $6800-$7000.
- What is all included with the cost of the trip?
Airfare, hotels, transportation (bus/train/cruise ship), two meals per day, and most major sights and walking tours.
- Can I get academic credit?
Yes, a 0.5 social studies credit is earned through the extensive keeping of a detailed journal which is then handed in to the group leader at the the end of the trip.
- What about security?
ACIS has a 24-hour global support network in case of any emergency.
- Is there insurance?
Yes, there are three levels of insurance which fit the various needs of travelers- including cancellation and medical coverage.
- Do we have a guide through the entire trip?
Yes, ACIS provides the service of a tour manager. This is a highly trained, multilingual guide, educator, and travel expert who provides educational commentary and activities in addition to managing the travel logistics.