1. Thailand 2011 Dubai American Academy

2. Where we will spend the majority of our time while in Thailand.

3. Requirements For Grade 8 Students Must be adventurous Must be able to work with others

4. Maekok River Village Resort Accommodation in on site dorms On site facilities including climbing walls, high ropes courses and archery range, all supervised by experienced staff All catering on site Down time facilities on site - soft drinks bar, pool tables, table tennis etc. - for exclusive use by team Completely self-contained

5. Team BuildingActivities include: Confidence coursesincluding high ropes Roped climbingwallascents Archery Team games Raft building Traditional Thai cookery

6. Jungle/Cultural Trek Half day route ending at WatTha Ton Visit to a LahuHill tribe on route Visit to a Shan school; opportunity to practice traditional handicrafts with local children

7. Survival Skills Wilderness camping Canoeing down a river to camp on the beach Bivouac construction Jungle cookery and tool making All supervised by MRVR guides and World Challenge Group Leader

8. Return to Chiang MaiOvernight at Guest House Elephant camp visit with elephant trekking on route Visit Umbrella Factory and Elephant Dung Factory Time in the markets to pick up your favorite souvenirs.

9. Detailed Itinerary DAY 1/Day 2 Thurs/Fri. Mar. 3/Mar. 4 Depart Dubai on an overnight flight to Thailand. Transit to Chiang Rai. Settle into activity center. Team building games. Day 3 Saturday Mar. 5 River raft building Thai cooking classes High Ropes course games. Day 4 Sunday Mar. 6 Trek to remote hill tribe villages Visit to Thai school to meet students Evening team games. Day 5 Monday Mar. 7 Survival skill day! Canoeing, cooking Overnight on beach in tents Day 6 Tuesday Mar. 8 Break camp in the morning At the center, participate in climbing wall and archery competitions Low beam confidence course with center staff Day 7 Wednesday Mar. 9 Transfer back to Chiang Mai Elephant camp prior to lunch Visit umbrella factory and elephant dung factory Evening spent shopping Chiang Mai Overnight at Eagle II Guest House Day 8 Thursday Mar. 10 Travel to Chiang Mai airport for flight home to Dubai via Bangkok.

10. Price 8000 AED Package Inclusions/Exclusions Inclusions All flights, transportation within Thailand, airport transfers to and from DAA Accommodation, food, water Activities and excursions 24 hour back up, insurance, all medical treatment until return to Dubai Group first aid kit Exclusions: Inoculations or visas Personal kit or personal kit insurance Souvenirs

11. Thailand - Safety First Your child’s safety is paramount! Chaperones will have their phones with them at all times. Comprehensive medical kits will be on hand at all times. In-country agents and providers available for support Students will not be allowed to bring mobile phones on this trip. Teachers will contact or provide information for parents throughout the trip. In case of an emergence, DAA will contact you immediately!

12. Supervising Teachers Jean Evertsen and Patrick Cauley For further questions, please contact Jean Evertsen at… j.evertsen_daa@gemsedu.com