2020 Eaglecrest Los Angeles Art Program
| Travel Dates: | October 13, 2020 - October 17, 2020 |
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| Program Tuition: |
$1,690 USD
Airfare not included in program tuition
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| Confirmed Airfare: | $408 |
| Deadline(s): | Enrollment deadline forthcoming |
Tuition Calculator
There are two options for payment, including an interest-free installment plan. Follow whichever works best for your family. If we are within 90 days of travel, only the pay in full option is possible.
Program Tuition: $1,690
Pay in Full
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Pay a $500 deposit at the time of enrollment and establish an interest-free monthly payment plan. If you enroll today, your estimated* monthly payments would be:
$29.75
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All prices in United States Dollars.
USA Cultural Journey
Who says you need to travel overseas to find adventure?! From Facebook to Ford, Hollywood to hamburgers, Beyonce to baseball, no country has more influence on global culture than the United States. With 50 states spanning 4 million square miles, and over 300-million citizens from dozens of ancestry groups, the United States has astounding cultural, political, and geographic diversity. America’s Southwest is home to an impressive array of cities and sites with deep cultural and historical significance, and this trip will introduce you to a few of the best!
Cultural Journeys
Cultural Journeys allow travelers to gain insights into the heritage, history and modern realities of their destination by offering a broad diversity of experience. We rely on the expertise of our local staff to plan itineraries which not only explore the prominent sites but also make time for the lesser-known local gems and are intentional about regular interaction with local people.
Program Highlights
Check out some of the featured experiences of your program!
Find your favorite Hollywood Star along the Walk of Fame
Browse the vast collections of the ancient world at the Getty Villa
Tour the street art murals of downtown LA and practice your own in a graffiti workshop
The Itinerary
We do everything possible to run safe, engaging, and immersive programs for our travelers and given the unpredictable nature of international travel we must remain flexible in our planning. Changes to a schedule are uncommon but, we reserve the right to adjust programming in the best interest of the group.
| Day | Location | Description | Lodging |
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| October 13 | Denver, CO - Los Angeles, CA | Today we will fly from the rocky mountains to the west coast. Upon arrival we will make our way over to Santa Monica, where we will settle into our accommodations at the Ocean View Hotel, our relaxing home away from home near the pier for the next few nights. If time permits, we will walk over to the Santa Monica Pier to enjoy the rides, midway games, food and seaside shopping. This evening we will hold a brief orientation meeting to discuss the upcoming trip in detail before turning in for the night. | Ocean View Hotel |
| October 14 | Los Angeles | No trip to Los Angeles would be complete without exploring Tinsletown! After breakfast, we will begin the adventure in Hollywood, LA's birthplace of film. We will check out some of the iconic landmarks, including the Chinese Theater and the Walk of Fame. If we're lucky, we may even get a chance to see some of our favorite Hollywood stars here in person! We will break for lunch in an 80 year old LA staple- the Original Farmer's Market- sampling the melting pot of food stalls and taking in the local atmosphere. Next, we will head to the heart of Beverly Hills to try a treat from a world famous cupcake bakery, explore a local media museum and stroll one of the most renowned shopping streets in the world- Rodeo Drive. Back by our hotel, we will embark on a quintessential LA experience, peddling down the coast to Venice Beach by bike. After sundown, we'll make our way over to Griffith Park Observatory, where we will enjoy a show at the park's planetarium and take in incredible panoramic views of the city at night. | Ocean View Hotel |
| October 15 | Los Angeles | The adventures continue with a visit to one of the J. Paul Getty Museum's two breathtaking locations- the Getty Center - to admire the collection of pre-20th century European art works as well as enjoy the architectural styles, the gardens and the breathtaking views overlooking the city by day. Later, we will check out the tar pits to witness science in action! We will receive a guided tour of the area to bring these stories to life. If time permits, we will walk around the nearby bustling neighborhoods of Chinatown and Little Tokyo before returning to Santa Monica for the evening. | Ocean View Hotel |
| October 16 | Los Angeles | After breakfast, we will make our way to Malibu to visit the Getty Villa- a distinctly unique experience among the Getty campuses- to explore vast collections of the ancient Greco-Roman world. Afterwards, we will break for lunch before making our way to the Natural History Museum to experience the stories of LA and the world before humans. To finish the day, we will embark on a street art tour guided by a local artist. We will take in a variety of graffiti pieces and street murals on our walking tour before getting a chance to try our own hand at making street art in a graffiti workshop post-tour. Afterwards, we will seek out the best street tacos in LA for dinner before returning to the comforts of our hotel. | Ocean View Hotel |
| October 17 | Los Angeles, CA - Denver, CO | Today we will say goodbye to the Golden State and head to the airport to catch our flight back to Colorado. If time permits, we stop by the UCLA Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Gardens on our way out of town and wander the gardens at our own pace. | Your own bed, eventually! |
Accommodations
In order to provide a safe and memorable experience, we follow strict guidelines when choosing program accommodations. Walking Tree partners with hotels and guest houses which are centrally located, clean and safe. We vet and inspect the accommodations to ensure they uphold the ethos of our programs, are great values for our travelers and nice places to rest after enriching days of travel.
Ocean View Hotel
Modern. Chic. Quintessentially California. Beach glam goes green at Ocean View’s newly renovated boutique hotel, just steps from Santa Monica Place Mall and the Third Street Promenade. The hotel features 67 modern guest rooms with ocean or interior courtyard views and modern amenities. Watch the fiery California sun set beneath the Pacific Ocean while riding a Ferris wheel at the world-famous Santa Monica Pier, and enjoy year-round film festivals, concerts, farmers’ markets and museums nearby.
Safety and Support
EASY FUNDRAISING & PAYMENT
24/7 GLOBAL EMERGENCY LINE
HIGHLY VETTED PARTNERS
EXPERT LEADERSHIP
PRIVATE GROUP GUARANTEE
COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUM SUPPORT
DEDICATION TO CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT
ALL-INCLUSIVE PRICING
With a previous outfitter [I worked with], the experience was more “touring” and no hands-on contributions and work. Walking Tree surrounds the travelers with amazing professionals who are dedicated to their sciences, travels, and countries. Travelers’ experiences are first-hand, authentic and memorable!
Shelley
Alumni Group Organizer on programs to Costa Rica and Panama
Your Adventure Includes
Estimated Airfare
In order to give our travelers the best possible price, we break out airfare from the Program Tuition. We will still handle all booking and ticketing via our flight partner who has access to special fares not available to the general public. Once confirmed, you will be invoiced for the flight roughly 75 days prior to travel.
Program Tuition Excludes: Travel insurance, baggage fees, passport/visa fees, laundry, souvenirs, and activities not listed on itinerary.
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Resource Center
Why should high school students travel abroad? What happens if a participant gets sick? How quickly do we need to enroll? We’re sure you have plenty of questions and we’ve got you covered! Visit our Resource Center to discover the answers to your most pressing questions and contact us anytime with additional questions.