Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Taipei Trip Day 5
The trip had ended and we are all back in Singapore safely. The children enjoyed the trip so much that they didn't want to leave Taipei. Nevertheless, all of us missed our friends and family in Singapore, and we were really excited when we finally arrived at Changi Airport late last night.
With this final set of photos, we have ended our 5 days learning journey. We would like to thank all the parents for your support and we hope you can continue to support your child in his/her respective UG activities.
With this final set of photos, we have ended our 5 days learning journey. We would like to thank all the parents for your support and we hope you can continue to support your child in his/her respective UG activities.
Monday, December 6, 2010
Departing Hong Kong International Airport
Dear parents, we are now at Hong Kong International Airport. The flight CX715 will depart at 1955hrs later, we will be boarding soon. Do remember to pick up your children at Terminal 1 arrival hall. See you later!
Taipei Trip Day 4
Chongfu teachers were heartened to see all the students returning from the Homestay looking excited and eager to share their fun and adventure with their friends. All of them arrived with a glow on their faces, shopping bags and souvenirs to bring home for friends and family members. The day spent with the host families was truly the most memorable part of this trip, and we were really touched by the enthusiasm and warmth of our host.
To show our appreciation, we hosted a feast for the Principal, teachers and host families of Xin Yi Elementary School. The dinner marked the end of the Homestay Programme for the trip.
To show our appreciation, we hosted a feast for the Principal, teachers and host families of Xin Yi Elementary School. The dinner marked the end of the Homestay Programme for the trip.
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Taipei Trip Day 3
Last night, we had a lot of fun camping outdoors and sleeping with our schoolmates in the tents we pitched. Although the weather was turning quite cold, all of us managed to survive the night. In the morning, we were greeted with a warm Taiwanese breakfast of glutinous rice and soya bean milk.
After breakfast, we waited eagerly for the hike. The local tour agents informed us that we will be climbing the Elephant mountain (象山), which is one of the famous "Four Beasts Mountains"( 四兽山) in Taipei. The foot of the mountain was within walking distance from the school, we were delighted when our buddies and many of their parents came to join us for the hike. Most of us were panting and perspiring along the way, it was not a easy hike but it was worth the effort as we enjoyed the breathtaking view of Taipei city and Taipei 101 at the different rest points.
We spent some time cleaning up the school and unpitching the tents before going back with our host families. We are looking forward to see our friends and share stories with them tomorrow!
After breakfast, we waited eagerly for the hike. The local tour agents informed us that we will be climbing the Elephant mountain (象山), which is one of the famous "Four Beasts Mountains"( 四兽山) in Taipei. The foot of the mountain was within walking distance from the school, we were delighted when our buddies and many of their parents came to join us for the hike. Most of us were panting and perspiring along the way, it was not a easy hike but it was worth the effort as we enjoyed the breathtaking view of Taipei city and Taipei 101 at the different rest points.
We spent some time cleaning up the school and unpitching the tents before going back with our host families. We are looking forward to see our friends and share stories with them tomorrow!
Saturday, December 4, 2010
Taipei Trip Day 2
Today, we visited Xin Yi Elementary School and met up with our buddies. The highlight of the afternoon was the trip to Taipei Flora Expo, it was a real eye-opener! There was endless displays, performances and flora exhibits to visit, and we only managed to visit part of the expo after spending 5 hours there.
The scout leaders and our host families prepared a very sumptuous BBQ dinner after we returned to the school. During the handicraft session after dinner, the parents of the scout group taught us how to make beautiful candles as souvenirs. It was a good chance for us to interact with our buddies and our host families, we really appreciate their enthusiasm in hosting us.
The scout leaders and our host families prepared a very sumptuous BBQ dinner after we returned to the school. During the handicraft session after dinner, the parents of the scout group taught us how to make beautiful candles as souvenirs. It was a good chance for us to interact with our buddies and our host families, we really appreciate their enthusiasm in hosting us.
Friday, December 3, 2010
Taipei Trip Day 1
It's been a long day! We spent most of the day traveling and having meals. Click on the thumbnail below to see all the photos.
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Day 1- Hong Kong Airport
We are now at Hong Kong International Airport, there is a flight delay of 2 hours and our flight to Taipei is rescheduled to 1830hours. Fortunately, the airline had provided free meal voucher and we just had our tea break at the airport.
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Our Local Contact Personnel
Parents with urgent queries can sms our local contact at 97266146, we will get back to you as soon as we can.
Important things to note (EMBARKATION & DISEMBARKATION PROCEDURE)
Reporting (Departure from Singapore)
All students are to report PUNCTUALLY to their respective teachers-in-charge as follow:
Date: 2nd Dec 2010 (Thurs)
Time: 9am sharp
Venue: Changi Airport Terminal 1 Departure Hall (ROW 1) Near Polar Cafe
EMBARKATION PROCEDURE
•You are allow one suitcase (not exceeding 20kg)that you must be able to handle by yourself and one piece of hand luggage (not exceeding 7kg).
•Boarding pass will be given to you to check in your luggage. Hold on to your personal hand-luggage (do not put sharp item in your hand-luggage)
•Students who are on medication must bring their own medication. For example asthmatic.
•Students are at all times advised NOT to talk to strangers or to assist any strangers to carry luggage.
•Move and queue with the teacher-in-charge.
•On the aircraft, students will sit in their assigned seat.
DISEMBARKATION PROCEDURE
• On landing, pupils will move into their groups for orderly immigration clearance. Pupils must check that arrival/departure form is duly completed and signed.
• After clearing immigration, pupils will proceed to the baggage-claim area. Wait in assigned groups for baggage claims. Account for all pieces of luggage before moving out of the airport.
All students are to report PUNCTUALLY to their respective teachers-in-charge as follow:
Date: 2nd Dec 2010 (Thurs)
Time: 9am sharp
Venue: Changi Airport Terminal 1 Departure Hall (ROW 1) Near Polar Cafe
EMBARKATION PROCEDURE
•You are allow one suitcase (not exceeding 20kg)that you must be able to handle by yourself and one piece of hand luggage (not exceeding 7kg).
•Boarding pass will be given to you to check in your luggage. Hold on to your personal hand-luggage (do not put sharp item in your hand-luggage)
•Students who are on medication must bring their own medication. For example asthmatic.
•Students are at all times advised NOT to talk to strangers or to assist any strangers to carry luggage.
•Move and queue with the teacher-in-charge.
•On the aircraft, students will sit in their assigned seat.
DISEMBARKATION PROCEDURE
• On landing, pupils will move into their groups for orderly immigration clearance. Pupils must check that arrival/departure form is duly completed and signed.
• After clearing immigration, pupils will proceed to the baggage-claim area. Wait in assigned groups for baggage claims. Account for all pieces of luggage before moving out of the airport.
It's the trip tomorrow! Have you packed?
Essential Items:
Passport
Watch
Personal Thermometer
Medication (if necessary)
2-3 Souvenir (For buddy, preferably things that symbolize Singapore)
Writing Materials
Waist Pouch or Backpack
Clothing:
Scout V-neck attire+long pants+black shoes+jacket (Departure day)
Red Cross/ Brownies T shirt+long pants (Departure day)
CCA Uniform (School Visiting)
3-4 Extra sets of clothing to be worn for sightseeing trips.(Long sleeve blouse/shirts + jeans/long pants as weather may turn chilly)
2 – 3 sets Sleepwear/Pyjamas
Undergarments for 7 days (*Disposable if possible)
1 pair of slippers/sandals (To be worn in hotels)
Comfortable Shoes / track shoes + socks
Jacket
Poncho
Toiletries:
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Shampoo + Shower Foam + Facial Cleanser (small bottles will do and must be packed in the check-in luggage) and any girls’ stuff which is deemed necessary
Others:
Universal Adaptor
Cap
Camera & Charger
Passport
Watch
Personal Thermometer
Medication (if necessary)
2-3 Souvenir (For buddy, preferably things that symbolize Singapore)
Writing Materials
Waist Pouch or Backpack
Clothing:
Scout V-neck attire+long pants+black shoes+jacket (Departure day)
Red Cross/ Brownies T shirt+long pants (Departure day)
CCA Uniform (School Visiting)
3-4 Extra sets of clothing to be worn for sightseeing trips.(Long sleeve blouse/shirts + jeans/long pants as weather may turn chilly)
2 – 3 sets Sleepwear/Pyjamas
Undergarments for 7 days (*Disposable if possible)
1 pair of slippers/sandals (To be worn in hotels)
Comfortable Shoes / track shoes + socks
Jacket
Poncho
Toiletries:
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Shampoo + Shower Foam + Facial Cleanser (small bottles will do and must be packed in the check-in luggage) and any girls’ stuff which is deemed necessary
Others:
Universal Adaptor
Cap
Camera & Charger
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