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Et voilà ! Here we go! ¡Ya está! É isso! Questo è quanto! Jetzt ist es soweit! Si on te demande... We have some questions for you... Si te preguntamos... Se perguntarmos a você... Se ti chiediamo... Wenn man dich fragt... We're delighted to announce that on July 4th, 2024 we'll be starting our World Wedding Tour ! The first ceremony will be in a secret location for the time being (you'll soon know) and other will follow, overtime, in the locations that have meant so much to us in our relationship. It aims to be generous and authentic, reflecting a certain humanity. It will be creative and audacious too. In short, we want it to be unique, meaningful and memorable! That's the first piece of good news:) The second piece of good news is that you're invited to take part. To take part in one or more chapters of this funny story. Because this is indeed a story we're writing... It's a story we want to write together, and we're curious and impatient to know if you'll take part! A little, a lot, passionately, madly... or not at all, tell us! Give us your opinion, your position, now, frankly and simply. And... you even have the right to think about it again and again, and to change your mind. Today's answers are just an indication. They offer us a first trend, a first glimpse of what it might be like. That's what a survey is... Is getting married a good idea? Bad idea Fair Good Very Good Excellent Si oui, veux-tu faire partie de l'aventure ? Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent Si tu es intéressé.e, à combien de Chapitres (étapes) de l'Histoire, imaginerais-tu participer ? •• If you're interested, how many Chapters (stages) of the Story, would you like to take part in? Zero! Sorry... Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent Un! C'est déjà bien... || One is enough? Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent Two maybe... || Deux ! Pourquoi pas ?... Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent Plus ? Allez !... || More? Let's go! Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent Among the following destinations, which one.s appeal.s to you •• Parmi les destinations suivantes lesquelles t'attirent ? France Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent California Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent Mexico Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent Italia Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent Deutschland Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent España Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent Brasil Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent Argentina Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent Chile Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent Autre Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent Quand serais-tu disponible ? •• When would you be availabe? This year! || Dès cette année ! Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent L'année prochaine ! || Next year! Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent 2026 for sure! || 2026 pour sûr ! Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent Au-delà... Oui, au-delà ! || Beyond, way beyond... Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent Are you ready for something potentially ... •• Es-tu prêt.e à vivre quelque chose de potentiellement... unique Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent meaningful || porteur de sens Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent memorable Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent Comment pourrais-tu contribuer ? •• How could you participate? Tell Stories •• Raconter une histoire Jouer de la musique, Chanter •• Play music, sing Take Photographies or Videos •• Prendre des photos ou des vidéos Boire du vin •• Drink wine Host guests •• Héberger des invités Offrir un support émotionnel •• Offer emotional support Bring flowers •• Apporter des fleurs Apporter de la nourriture •• Bring food Bring drinks •• Apporter des boissons Make jokes • Faire des blagues Prepare the place •• Préparer les lieux Nettoyer •• Clean up after Animer •• Facilitate Smile •• Sourire Danser •• Dance Pleurer •• Cry Send good vibes •• Envoyer des bonnes vibes Partager un autre de vos talents : •• Share another of your talents: What would stop you from joining us? •• Qu'est-ce qui t'empêcherait de nous rejoindre ? Au contraire, qu'est-ce qui favoriserait ta présence ? •• On the contrary what would help you be with us? Would you like to be kept in the loop? •• Tu en veux plus? oui •• yes Mauvais Passable Bien Très bien Excellent Tell us more! First Name Last Name E-mail Country Code Phone Select an Address Number of Potential Participants Comment, Question •• Questions, Commentaires Tell us Alors demain on fait quoi, ensemble ?... So tomorrow what do we do, together?...

Our Trips We offer both OnOffer trips , open to the public, as well as OnDemand trips . The latter provide you with an opportunity to schedule a private trip with your group, tailored to your tastes and interests. A SELECTION OF OUR UPCOMING TRIPS: On Offer Trips A FAMILY LEARNING JOURNEY Birth of a Modern Nation American history springs to life on a trip to the east coast! Our learning journeys complement the curriculum of San Luis Obispo Classical Academy, taking students and families to see first-hand the places they have... DISCOVER CULTURAL IMMERSION TRIP Mexico City, The Delightful Surprise Mexico City really, truly does surprise us and up-end all those stereotypes and fears we may have had or have been told. Mexico is a country with a ... DISCOVER UN VOYAGE D'IMMERSION CULTURELLE My California By Cindy Venez découvrir le mode de vie californien avec une habitante de la côte centrale. Visitez les endroits où elle a grandi (hors des sentiers battus, bien sûr !) et ceux où elle... DISCOVER A CULTURAL IMMERSION JOURNEY Along the Mediterranean Barcelona and its costa brava , Nice and its arrière-pays , Naples and its baia di Napoli : salt in the air, fresh catch of the day on the table, the vibrant... DISCOVER FAMILY LEARNING JOURNEY Europe Through The Ages Students and their families are invited to Europe Through the Ages, an Family Learning Journey! This trip offers a fast-paced and hands-on learning adventure, traveling to... DISCOVER CULTURAL IMMERSION TRIP Italia! Italia! Italia! Why do we say Italia! three times? Because on this Cultural Immersion Trip, we visit what seems like three different facets of that fascinating ... DISCOVER CULTURAL IMMERSION TRIP Burgundy at Heart DISCOVER CULTURAL IMMERSION TRIP Colors of Guanajuato DISCOVER CULTURAL IMMERSION TRIP Searching for the Whale In a protected lagoon, whales come to give birth to their babies. These intelligent and gentle creatures often greet human visitors in one of the most sublimely beautiful and spiritual experiences on the planet. Come experience the magic! DISCOVER CULTURAL IMMERSION TRIP California for Teens DISCOVER CULTURAL IMMERSION TRIP France for Foodies (Winter Tour) DISCOVER CULTURAL IMMERSION TRIP My France By Cédric To truly understand another place, you need to know the people. It is only by getting close that you are able to see the beauty and challenges of... DISCOVER A CULTURAL IMMERSION JOURNEY Near & Dear to My Heart Experience the beauty and rich culture of Argentina and Chile on a one-of-a-kind adventure that will immerse you in the local way of... DISCOVER A CULTURAL IMMERSION TRIP France for Festival Lovers Festivals are celebrations showcasing the high culture of a country! Throughout France hundreds of communities promote festivals each year, sharing art in all its... DISCOVER A FAMILY LEARNING JOURNEY Behind & Beyond Join us on a poignant exploration through the annals of history, delving into the chapters of World War I, World War II, the Cold War, and the unprecedented era of... DISCOVER CULTURAL IMMERSION TRIP France for Foodies Using all things food as a vehicle for exploring a new culture and country, we taste our way through three regions of France: Paris, Burgundy and Provence. We’ll visit museums, important landmarks, and take in some beautiful walks while also taking food hopping tours, cooking workshops, and visiting farms, bakers, and other food producers. DISCOVER FAMILY LEARNING JOURNEY Black History in America Walk with us in the footsteps of the great social justice movement leaders, listen to the stories of people who literally walked in the march from Selma to Montgomery, hear the spirituals, jazz music of Memphis, and blues of Nina Simone, visit a plantation hearing the stories of the enslaved and walk with us through the important changes that were made in our world as legislation changed and segregation slowly ended. This moving trip is an important step in acknowledgement and change for a more just future. DISCOVER CULTURAL IMMERSION TRIP Brasil! Brasil! DISCOVER CULTURAL IMMERSION TRIP Yucatecan Mysteries From jungle wrapped Mayan ruins to ethereal cenotes, portals to the underworld, Merida holds us in its spell. A cultural capital, weekend evenings vibrate with music and energy in the heart of the city, while peaceful tropical beaches and pink flamingoes in their wetland home are never far away. DISCOVER CULTURAL IMMERSION TRIP Italia for Adults with Special Needs DISCOVER CULTURAL IMMERSION TRIP France for Teens This trip is for teens and the adults who love them. Teens are eager to learn, eager to explore, eager to move, and eager to play! We will play our way through France, wrapping each day in a theme and a hands-on workshop to make travel and learning a new culture come to life for teens and adults alike! DISCOVER CUSTOMIZED JOURNEY On Demand Trips We can design the perfect trip for your group. Daunting to design from top to bottom? We have... DISCOVER

Be part of one of our exclusive Experiences! Join, participate, learn and have fun! BlueStoneBlueOcean specializes in Cultural Immersion Trips: small group, friends & family-style, getting off the beaten track, meeting people, and experiencing the authentic side of a foreign land. Each of these trips are absolutely unique! Our Experiences We're not just another sight-seeing travel business. We are a travel & art de vivre company. We focus on what makes a place and people unique and worth discovering and reflecting on. We pay close attention to their environment, their context - the geography, the history, the architecture and so many hidden elements and relationships. We're obsessed about what makes their daily existence similar to ours or totally different from what we already know and how it affects their vision of the world and their mission in life. On what makes it unique and worth discovering and reflecting on. Experience n°1 Introduction to Art de Vivre (TM) We'd be glad to share our Introduction to Art de Vivre(TM) series . These are special events that we bring to our community in order to for you to experience first hand a taste of another culture. Learn while having fun and gathering your friends and family and meeting new people too. Some of our offers: > OUR BESTSELLER! French Art de Vivre (in English) > NEW! Mediterranean Art de Vivre (in English) > NEW! French Art & Culture Obsession (in English) > L'Art de Vivre Américain (Special Thanksgiving) (en français) > NEW! L'Art de Vivre Californien (en français) Would you like to set up your private session with your friends&family? We'd be happy to discuss the opportunity! BOOK A SESSION ASK US Experience n°2 Learning and Fun We're not just another sight-seeing travel business. We are a travel & art de vivre company. We focus on how people live . We're obsessed about what makes their daily existence similar or different from what we already know and how it affects their vision of the world and their mission in life. On what makes it unique and worth discovering and reflecting on. In that regard, we have created the Introduction to Art de Vivre (TM) series . These are special events that we bring to our community in order to for you to experience first hand a taste of another culture. Learn while having fun and gathering your friends and family and meeting new people too. BOOK A SESSION ASK US Experience n°3 Language & Cultural Dive You want to get the most of your upcoming trip or just want to learn a new language while having fun and discovering a bunch of things about another culture? Join one of our group or one-on-one sessions. We do both in-person and remote. > Bonjour. J'ai dit bonjour... (French Language & Cultural Dive) ASK US ASK US

BESTSELLER! 4TH EDITION! BIRTH OF A MODERN NATION An American Story Washington DC • And more April 12-19, 2025 a Family Learning Journey by Welcome to our dedicated page. Here you'll find all the information about the trip as well as the registration path. Enjoy! FULL PROGRAM REGISTRATION If at any moment, you encounter difficulties, let us know and we'll be happy to assit you. introduction American history springs to life on a trip to the East Coast! Our Family Learning Journeys complement the curriculum of San Luis Obispo Classical Academy, taking students and families to see firsthand the places they have studied . Whether through hands-on immersive experiences in Jamestown and Colonial Williamsburg, an inspirational walk through the monuments on the Mall, illuminated against the backdrop of our nation’s capital, or marching and then charging in the footsteps of the soldiers at Pickett’s Charge in Gettysburg, learning comes to life and becomes deeply rooted in the minds and hearts of those who experience the journey. New friendships are forged, both for students and their parents , as we discover and learn together on Birth of A Modern Nation, a Family Learning Journey by BlueStoneBlueOcean . highlights • Step into the 17th century at Jamestown Settlement, the first permanent English settlement . Engage in hands-on activities at the Powhatan village, learn about a transatlantic trek on the replicas of the very ships that made that voyage, and explore the fort’s reconstructed homes and workshops. • Colonial Williamsburg offers a fully immersive experience into a town on the cusp of the American Revolution . Costumed interpreters bring history to life while you might even catch sight of Paul Revere blazing through town stirring up revolutionary fervor. • Admire the beauty of this hillside mansion and stand in awe at the multi-faceted legacy of Thomas Jefferson at Monticello. Reflect on the paradox of this founding father , a slaveholder who penned the Declaration of Independence. • Be inspired and moved as you honor the trail-blazers who shaped our nation and championed freedom , while also contemplating the gravity of war as we visit the illuminated WWII Memorial, Vietnam Wall and Korean War Memorial of Washington DC's Mall. • Explore Civil War history at Gettysburg with a battlefield tour, an excellent museum and an immersive painting in the round. Discover soldier life and the harsh realities of warfare as you participate in our recreation of Pickett’s Charge, stepping into the footsteps of history. • Explore the institutions that drive the USA today. Whether standing on the steps of the Supreme Court, touring the US Capitol Building, or seeing the White House, discover that DC is the place where legislation, enforcement, and global and national politics unfold. • Celebrate this week of learning and friendship with a Potomac River Cruise. Enjoy dining and dancing as we glide along, taking in the buildings and monuments that line the Potomac River. itinerary DAY 1 (Saturday) Travelers fly independently and meet at Ronald Regan National Airport (DCA) in the afternoon, where a private coach will collect the group and transfer them south to Colonial Williamsburg. We’ll begin with a welcome dinner and group introductions. DAY 2 Visit Jamestown Settlement where the history and lives of the first permanent English settlers and the Powhatan nation come to life. Re-creations of a Powhatan village, James Fort and the 1607 ships that brought colonists are all available for exploration, complete with costumed interpreters. Enjoy a hands-on, inquiry-based guided tour, followed by an afternoon guided visit to Colonial Williamsburg , including hands-on experiences, dinner, and a “musical tour” of the 18th century capital (may be substituted for similar experience, depending on evening program schedule). DAY 3 The morning will be spent exploring Colonial Williamsburg with an educator who will guide the travelers’ participation in hands-on, experiential learning. Your students will watch re-enactments of important historical events as well as discuss techniques with tradesmen as they work at their crafts employing the same techniques used in the colonial era. Free time in the afternoon allows the group to explore buildings, trade shops, homes, Governor’s Palace, museums, and time to watch the shows, parades, mock battles, and other demonstrations. After dinner we’ll load up on the coach and head north to Charlottesville, North Carolina where Thomas Jefferson built his estate, Monticello. DAY 4 Today we explore Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello . This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about the life of Thomas Jefferson, as well as slave life, gardening, and architecture. Your will discover Monticello with a guided tour of the mansion. Lunch is included today. After the visit, we will travel to Washington DC , where we'll drop our luggage and get ready for a special evening. We will enjoy an Illuminated Monuments tour, an especially magical and moving experience. Private guides will lead us through many of the important monuments around the Mall area, including the WWII Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Korean War Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, and FDR Monument if time allows. It’ll be a late night getting back to the hotel! DAY 5 Private Charter to Gettysburg National Battlefield . This is an especially fun day for students! Start off with a guide who will hop on the bus for a tour of the battlefield, where you can still spot damage from the Civil War in the walls of buildings around town. The battlefield guide will explain the war as you ride through the battlefield, stopping at different monuments and important sites. After getting a feel for the war and the where it was fought, students will participate in a Battlefield Footsteps program where each student is assigned an identity of one of the soldiers in Pickett’s Charge. Students get into formation and follow drill commands while walking in the footsteps of the soldiers. At the end, the student soldiers make the charge up and over the hill and discover their fate at the end of the re-enactment. After the charge, the group will go to the Museum, Visitor’s Center and experience the Cyclorama, a circular painting of a battlefield scene, accompanied by lights, sounds, and a narration. It is a somber experience that brings home the reality of that war. We return to Washington DC for dinner and an early evening in to catch up on rest! DAY 6 Washington DC – Pillars of Government : Start the day with a tour of the US Capitol Building by the “Red Coats.” Following the tour, meet up with your group’s private guide who is a historical expert and will teach as they lead. We’ll visit the following sights: The Library of Congress , one of the most beautiful buildings in the US; Steps of the U.S. Supreme Court ; National Archives, Charters of Freedom ; Visit in front of the White House . We’ll end our day with our private guides at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History where everyone will have an opportunity to explore independently before meeting up again for dinner in the city. DAY 7 Private charter bus to George Washington’s Mount Vernon . We explore this interactive learning center and enjoy a guided tour of his home. Early afternoon we return to Washington D.C. where you will have free time to prepare for our evening grand finale! We celebrate all we’ve learned and experienced by enjoying time with our new friends on a Potomac River Dinner Dance Cruise , with views of the monuments and city of DC, a memorable and spectacular end to a meaningful week! DAY 8 (Saturday) Fly back to California! *Itinerary is tentative until confirmed, and may change based on schedule availability, weather, or other factors. who is the trip for? In 2025, we will welcome both families and individual student travelers on the Birth of a Modern Nation trip. The trip is ideal for students between the ages of 11-18 , but open to eager, mature learners who have the energy for a full itinerary, at the discretion of their family. First and foremost, this trip is specially suited to SLOCA students, their friends & families, designed to complement the rich curriculum of the school . From October 1, 2024, you can also invite your cousins, aunts, uncles, aunts, grand-parents, and close friends! Family Style Travelers These travelers are families traveling together, one or more parent(s) taking their child(ren) or perhaps bringing along a friend from school . Family style travel means that there is a parent or family friend/member who assumes the supervision and responsibility for their children (or other children traveling under their care). We have different rooming options to fit diverse needs of family travelers, but all rooms must have an adult lodging with the students. NEW! FOR SLOCA FAMILIES ONLY Independent Student Travelers These are students between the ages of 13-18 who are traveling without a parent and under the supervision and responsibility of a SLOCA chaperone . Minimum: 8 Independent Travelers. They will sleep in a quadruple room with at least one other student rooming decided on by SLOCA chaperone. Families and students can also choose to send their child with a close friend and they can share a bed for a discounted price if the family and students are comfortable with this arrangement. Families will sign a contract agreeing to cover the price of a last minute unaccompanied minor ticket if their child breaks the rules while on the trip. price Family Style Travelers Base price $3,500 per person (quadruple room occupancy) $3,650 per person (triple room occupancy) $3,900 per person (double room occupancy) Adults additional $100 per person FOR SLOCA FAMILIES ONLY Independent Student Travelers Base price $4,200 per person (based on students staying in a double room, each with their own bed) Discounts AVAILABLE TO FAMILY AND INDEPENDENT TRAVELERS $100 off if you have traveled with BlueStoneBlueOcean (formerly Simply Culture Boutique Travel ) in the past. AVAILABLE TO INDEPENDENT TRAVELERS $150 off if your child would like to travel with a close friend with whom they feel comfortable sharing a bed for two people (double or queen) Trip Minimum 20 travelers Validity Early bird prices are valid until June 30, 2024, then increase by $100 per person from July 1 to December 1 , the registration deadline. what is included. what is not. Included this Learning Journey 7 Nights Mid-Range Hotel Breakfast Daily Dinner Daily Boxed Lunch at Monticello Tour transportation on private charter bus A digital Learning Journey Trip Guidebook (detailed itinerary and educational workbook) All entrance tickets Hands-on Educational workshops, experiences, and re-enactments Private, licensed tour-guide when indicated Evening Activities and programs as indicated Travelers are free to make monthly payments to spread expense over several months Gratuities for bus driver and tour guides Daily debrief discussion Daily Review Questions Daily Super Trooper Traveler* Award Introduction to DiariosTM** Trip Training Meetings for travelers Coordinated Safety Plan for hotel and outings Full-time trip coordinator, accompanying you on entire trip once group arrives in Washington DC *What is a Super Trooper Traveler Award? Exactly as it sounds, it’s a fun way to teach traits of a responsible group member who aims to contribute and consider those around them. We also encourage traits that help to open students up to the world and instill a sense of curiosity and observation. Each day the program facilitators and trip leaders will be on the lookout for a student who exemplifies the trait of the day and they will be rewarded with a prize at the daily debrief. **What is Introduction to DiariosTM ? During this trip, participants will be introduced to DiariosTM , a multi-faceted diary experience created by thedensecompany. Each diario uses a different artistic technique (photography, movie, poetry, music and others). Some days, they will be invited to practice and create their own diarios and then share it with the rest of the group. Not Included Transportation to and from Washington DC (flights) Airport transfers Insurance Laundry Lunches, except 1 boxed lunch Personal Items next steps 2024 May 6 & 7 & 8 Information Meetings at Lower Campus + SLOCA High School May 10 Trip Registration opens, secured with $450 non-refundable deposit July 1 End of early bird pricing Sept 16 & 17 & 18 Information Meetings at Lower Campus + S LOCA High School October 1 Trip opens to friends & family Oct 9 & 10 Information Meetings at SLOCA Grand Campus To attend the information meetings register here ! December 1 Registration Deadline 2025 March Trip training meeting & flag making activity with students April Trip Fall Get together ... and maybe a surprise? Registration To register it's easy! Just click below: REGISTRATION

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