Senior Ski Trip Hafjell, Lillehammer 08/02/2018 1
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Travel arrangements Kit list & Baggage Accommodation Indemnity Forms Code of Conduct EHIC and Medical info Contact Numbers Spending Money 08/02/2018 4
Sunday 1 st April 2018 Meet at school, to leave at 06:00 We will stop at Applegreen for a comfort break. A small (nut free) breakfast snack for the bus journey would be a good idea. 08/02/2018 5
Flight details and transfers. 01/04/2018 Depart Dublin @ 12.10 Arrive Oslo Airport @ 15.25 SK4604 08/04/2018 Depart Oslo Airport @ 10.15 Arrive Dublin @ 11.30 SK4603 08/02/2018 6
Flight details and transfers. Scandinavian Airlines. The luggage allowance is 23kg per person. Free catering is not included on board, payable bar only with snacks and drinks. The transfer time between Oslo and Lillehammer is approximately 2hrs. 08/02/2018 7
Hand luggage Hand luggage Max 8kg 22x18x9 inches No Liquids No Sharps Remember to bring some Euros for Dublin airport. Passports will be held by the staff in charge of your group. 08/02/2018 8
We have been advised by the Border Management Unit at Dublin Airport that group leaders travelling with minors must present to an Immigration Officer on arrival at Dublin Airport. They must be in possession of: a letter of consent including contact details and have a copy of their parent(s)/guardian(s) passport. 08/02/2018 9
Where are we staying? Hotel Hunderfossen Fossekrovegen 71, 2625 Lillehammer, Norway Tel. 0047 61 27 40 00 08/02/2018 10
In your room When you have been allocated your room please make yourself aware of the evacuation procedure, as there will be a fire drill organised as soon as is practical. Make a list of any damage, stains or other deficiencies in your room and give this to a member of the teaching staff. You will also be expected to keep your room tidy and the doors should not be locked whilst anyone is in the room. Please note that in Norway, as in most continental countries, it is a rule that no noise should be made in the sleeping areas after 22:00. 11
Code of Conduct - Key issues Respect Appearance Behaviour: travelling/hotel Alcohol Drugs: smoking Mobile Phones 08/02/2018 12
In the case of an emergency at home Please contact the staff first, using the school mobile number 07900 180685 08/02/2018 13
Code of Conduct When Skiing Be on time and have the correct clothing and equipment to go skiing each day. Helmets must be worn during skiing. Whilst skiing, instructors will ensure that pupils do not leave the group. Pupils should obey their instructors and be well mannered at all times. Pupils should only ski with an instructor. Never ski alone! Always ski under control and not ski dangerously or take risks. Observe all official piste signs. Ski within your ability, overtake wide and with care. If you stop or fall, move to the side of piste quickly. Check up the slope before moving off again. Avoid skiing near ski classes. 08/02/2018 14
Checklist for ski clothing Salopettes Jacket Helmet/Skis and poles (Hired and fitted when we get to the resort) Ski Gloves/Mittens Ski Goggles/Sunglasses Ski socks (5-6 pairs) Cotton poloneck/thin sweaters T shirt/ base layer Lipsalve and protective sunscreen Flipflops/swim hat après ski activity 08/02/2018 15
Health, Insurance and EHIC Please ensure you write everything we need to know on the medical form. If you have anything further to add please speak to Mrs Henry today. EHIC cards to Mr Parke before Thursday 1 st March How to get an EHIC card (E111 card (European Health Insurance Card)? https://www.gov.uk/european-health-insurance-card 08/02/2018 16
Health, Insurance and EHIC Insurance information is on the school website Please inform the insurers of any pre-existing conditions using the medical screening helpline on 00 353 1224 7033 We recommend that each student has their lift pass in one pocket and copy of passport and EHIC in the other. 08/02/2018 17
Spending Money 20 Euros (Dublin airport) There is approximately 9 Norwegian Kroner to the pound, (the equivalent of 250-300 should be sufficient) There are some ATMS in Lillehammer and Hafjell A School Bank will be available, this will be collected on the bus journey to Dublin Airport. What do you get for your Norwegian Kroner? Cappuccino at a coffee bar: NOK 30 to 45 Cinema ticket: NOK 110 to 130 Meal in a budget restaurant: NOK 136 to 230 Meal in a mid-range restaurant: NOK 280 to 500 08/02/2018 18
Please pick up the Skiwear/kit list sheet Also you will find more detailed guidance the information sheet. All information is on the LGS website. 08/02/2018 19
Returning home, Sunday 8 th April 2018 Arrive LGS approx 17:00 Sunday afternoon, students to confirm upon return to N. Ireland 08/02/2018 20
Remember Passports and EHIC cards to Mr Parke before Thursday 1 st March Medication to Mrs Henry before Friday 23 rd March Photo copy of a Parent s Passport to Mr Irwin tonight or before Thursday 1 st March Please collect the printouts detailing: Travel Arrangements/Pupil Information/Guidelines/Rules and what to bring. 08/02/2018 21
We have been offered the opportunity to snowboard in Norway at no additional cost. If you would like to take up this offer please speak to Mrs Madden tonight. 08/02/2018 22