Sunny Coast - Full on fun for six days with 280 other schoolies. There are boat cruises, karaoke, live bands, a carnival night, midnight movies, plus an array of afternoon activities to choose. They include ten pin bowling, karting, skirmish, laser force, tubing, water skiing, shopping and some extra special surprises. (This program contains an interactive, high energy evening program with an inspirational Christian speaker.)
The price you ask? Only $430!
And the dates? 23rd-28th November.
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(Program times are subject to modification) # Activities include - Karting, Skirmish, Laser games, Tubing, Waterskiing, Water sliding, Wakeboarding, Jet skiing, Shark Diving, Sea Kayaking, Beach[ing], Golfing, 10-Pin Bowling, Roller Blading, Shopping, Horse riding, etc... * The Late Event - Mon: Band Night; Tue: Top Shots, 10 Pin or Boat Cruise; Wed: Carnival Night; Thur: Top Shots, 10 Pin or Boat Cruise; Fri: Frock up for the Mock up! |
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| 8:00 | Up early for breakfast and a swim |
| 10:00 | Sleep in & Brunch |
| 10:30 | Morning Tea |
| 11:00 | Small Groups |
| 12:30 | Lunch |
| 1:30 | # Activities (More than 10 daily) |
| 5:30 | Dinner |
| 7:30 | Evening Program |
| 9:30 | * The Late Event |
| 12:00 | The Late Late Night Movie |
| 2:00 | Crash / Sleep |
Backflip - Cruising the Whitsundays in 80’ maxis and 12m yachts... even a tall ship. Deck, pool and beach parties where you can limbo, conga disco and karaoke into the night. Indulge in the whole resort thing for 2 nights with a spa, sauna, pools, tennis courts, and gym. Burn off some energy playing beach volleyball and basketball, or going on a bushwalk. Get wet and wild with jet boating, tubing, catamarans, paddle boats, and sailboards. Then spend 3 days and nights checking out the beauty of Queensland’s tropical waters, snorkelling one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Travel to amazing places like Whitehaven Beach and anchor each night to the most incredible sunsets while the crew cook up a feed fit for a King. Six and days and five nights to celebrate the end of high school!
The price you ask? Only $1400!
And the dates? 22nd-28th November. (please note this trip runs with two different travel groups and dates. 21st-26th Nov and 22nd-27th Nov. You will be notified of dates soon after we receive your application)
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| Day 1 | Fly from Brisbane to Proserpine and once there, head to Shute Harbour and board a ferry for Long Island - check into your accommodation, swim and laze around. |
| Day 2 | Spend today at Long Island and enjoy all that the Club Crocodile Resort has to offer - the spa, the pool, the wild life, tennis, the buffet and more. Even a tube ride... |
| Day 3 | Make your way back to the mainland and hang on tight as you experience a thrilling Jet Boat ride. Then wander through Airlie, have a shop or soak up the sun. In the afternoon board the yachts, enjoy a sunset cruise and head back to Long Island for a Beach Party with all the other Backflippers!! |
| Day 4 | Wake up early and start Sailing! Plus a visit to the most amazing beach of all times Whitehaven! Swim, beach volley ball or a walk along the finest sand you’ve ever experienced. |
| Day 5 | Still Sailing! Get close and personal with 'The Great Barrier Reef' the snorkelling is unbelievable! Then at night Party on the boat with others who are travelling from your region. |
| Day 6 | A quick snorkel then sail back to the mainland. Catch a bus to the Airport say your last goodbyes to all your new friends. Fly back to Brisbane! |
Full Throttle - Party hard in New Zealand. This schoolies event is guaranteed to get your adrenaline running. From Christchurch to Queenstown and every fun and adventurous thing we could find in between - you'll be experiencing it. Jet Boating, Quad Bikes, Luge, Gondola’s, White Water Rafting, Glaciers and more. What better way to spend your schoolies than exploring another country.
The price you ask? Only $2295!
And the dates? 22nd-27th November.
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| Day 1 | Welcome to New Zealand! We'll be met at the airport and escorted to our awaiting transportation. Tonight we will stay in Christchurch - maybe take in a movie or a City Sights tour? |
| Day 2 | This morning we will be transferred to the Christchurch Domestic Airport for our flight to Queenstown.
Upon arrival into Queenstown we will be met by your Coach Captain. First up is Cardrona Adventure Park and have fun experiencing a School Bus Monster Truck ride, an Argo ride, a 1 hour Quad bike ride and the Opposite Steer Challenge. Later rejoin your Coach for the journey back to Queenstown.For the next two nights we stay in Queenstown. |
| Day 3 | An early morning will see you journey to the Shotover River for the World's most exciting jet boat ride, The Shotover Jet. It's a thrilling ride - skimming past rocky outcrops at close range in your Shotover Jet 'Big Red', as you twist and turn through the narrow canyons at breath-taking speeds. Don't forget to hold on tight for the famous 360-degree spins! Then it's on to the Skyline Gondola, which offers superb views over the town, lake and mountains and for a little excitement, have a go at the Luge ride with our compliments (3 rides included), but guaranteed you'll wnat to have more!! In the arv you have the option to White Water Raft. The rest of the day is free to enjoy the sights of Queenstown at your leisure. |
| Day 4 | Pass picturesque Lake Hayes then on to an area steeped in fascinating history relating to early settlement and the goldmining era to Lake Wanaka, a picture postcard resort on the lakes edge with a spectacular mountain backdrop. Stop at Puzzling World and enjoy some free time for morning tea (own expense) and experience the Giant Maze and Illusion Rooms. Pass Lake Hawea and the upper reaches of Lake Wanaka to Makarora, cross the Haast Pass into the Mt. Aspiring and Westland National Park. Drive north along the coast to the magnificent Glacier region and visit the National Park Headquarters, take the optional guided walk to the glacier's terminal face. |
| Day 5 | This morning travel on to Greymouth to a Greenstone (Jade) factory to see craftsmen cutting and polishing giant boulders to create fine jewellery. Cross the Otira Gorge and Arthurs Pass to the Canterbury Plains and into Christchurch. This evening visit Tamaki Heritage Village, South Pacific's gateway to the world of ancient Maori and proud warriors. Journey back in time to a Pre-European lifestyle experience of customs and traditions. Enjoy the nights festivities as you are treated to a banquet of succulent foods cooked the traditional Maori way, rediscover the Maori village as it comes alive to the sound and activities of tribal songs, dance, myths and legends. |
| Day 6 | This morning you will be transferred to Christchurch International Airport for your flight home. Its an early one!! Once at the airport one last time for a group photo and make sure you've got all the mobile numbers and email addresses to keep in contact with your new friends.
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Tonga - Want to celebrate Schoolies scoring the best waves you may ever get in your life? Well here is your chance. For a limited time only we are offering 20 positions for experienced surfers to come and surf the world famous Haátafu Beach Resort which is situated on the north western peninsula of Tongatapu Island, the southernmost and main island of the Tongan group which plays host to some of the most perfect waves you will ever ride. All up the trip goes for 8 days 7 nights and other activities include, snorkelling, fishing, relaxing or just enjoying the friendly Tongan culture. So hurry spots are filling fast, don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity. Apply today! Deposits are required by 1st September 2009.
The price you ask? Only $1795!
And the dates? 23rd-30th November.
Sabai Sabai - So you’ve finished school and you want to celebrate but it all seems a little surreal. Somewhere inside your conscience is tugging “There’s something more you can do”. Well maybe this Schoolies Adventure is for you – SU Qld in partnership with Compassion Australia are proud to offer Sabai Sabai - Schoolies Thailand. The trip is tailored for the Christian Student who wants to engage in Mission. The trip consists of 8 Days and 7 Nights in Thailand, most of your time will be spent in the Bangkok Province with daytrips to other areas. 2 ½ days are dedicated to working in ‘The Projects’ alongside Compassion in various roles that they play in the area. You will get to meet sponsor Children and their families and see what a difference you can make in their lives. Some who have graduated School and University, hear of the opportunities they now have. The rest of the time you will see what this beautiful country has to offer – Experience an Elephant Ride, see the Royal Palace, visit the River Kwai, Floating Markets and yes what’s a trip to Thailand without some serious Shopping, you will love the night markets! This is the trip for the Globally aware Schoolie apply today as places are limited.
Travel Advice to Thailand: In light of the current political unrest in Thailand, we are presently monitoring whether our Sabai Sabai - SU Schoolies event should continue. We hope to make a decision by early May. The Australian Government Foreign Affairs website provides up-to-date advice to travelers to Thailand: http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/advice/thailand
If you wish to consider one of our other events, please read through the information on this website. You should consider booking as soon as you can because places are limited.
The price you ask? Only $2295!
And the dates? 22nd-29th November.
Schoolies say:
- “Thanks SU for the holiday I always wanted, my friends and I won’t ever forget it”
- “I was real scared as I only knew one other person, but before the first day ended I had made so many new friends – some will be friends forever!”
- “Backflip was wild! I hope I can go back to the Islands one day”
- “What an easy way to have schoolies – you (SU) did everything, I just had to turn up”
- “Nonstop - activities, sun/fun, good food, time of a life was what I was sold – you delivered”
Parents say:
- “Over the last few years I have watched SU Schoolies become a viable option for school leavers seeking alternatives to the usual Gold Coast scene. My own children have attended the Backflip trip which gave them a great experience sailing the Whitsundays. A drug and alcohol free event that’s fully supervised by competent Youth Workers, it certain made the week stress free for us.”
- “After having one teenager attend the Gold Coast for schoolies and hear all her disappointment after the week (not to mention my anxiety levels), we looked for other alternatives for the next. SU schoolies was bought to our attention via the high school Chaplain. My son was sold after he saw the activities; I was sold when I saw they were accompanied by leaders who were looking out for them. The end result was he had an amazing week he won’t forget, and I slept well every night.”
A principal said:
“Scripture Union is commended for their initiative in offering such programs as their Schoolies Events, their support of our youth is appreciated! The events are excellent which provide schoolies with a time of celebration, challenge and opportunity for personal development. These drug and alcohol free events send such a positive message that ‘fun can be had without excess/dangerous behaviours’.”
