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Design Your Dream Holiday (Travel)

Explore the world of travelling and create your dream holiday experience! From researching exotic destinations to planning exciting activities and accommodations, every step of the journey is an opportunity to design the perfect getaway. Get ready to unleash your wanderlust and craft the ultimate holiday adventure!

How the Award will get you there:

Example SMART Goal: Over the next 13 weeks, I will dedicate 1 hour each week to planning a family holiday by making a travel itinerary. I will explore different travel options while tracking expenses, travel deals, and opportunities to save money while planning a memorable vacation experience.

Example Assessor: Family friend who has planned a holiday

ORB Category: Financial Literacy

ORB Subcategory: Financial Literacy/Money Management

Example log for ORB: Began researching potential holiday destinations, considering factors such as weather, attractions, accommodations, and travel advisories. I used Google Flights for the first time. It’s so cool to see the price per flight in a map POV. Flights are expensive… now I need to see how to find cheaper options based on time of year.

Example SMART Goal:I will prepare for travelling by taking up cycling. I will spend one hour a week cycling on bike routes to improve my fitness. I want to be able to complete a 12 km loop comfortably so I can be ready for my trip.

Example Assessor: Family friend who bikes.

ORB Category: Gym/Personal Programs

ORB Subcategory: Cycling

Example log for ORB: Biked around my neighbourhood. I started out with flat roads, so it wasn’t too difficult. It was also beautiful outside- I enjoyed it!

Example SMART Goal: For the next 13 weeks, I will volunteer at Toronto Pearson airport to greet people, be that friendly smiling face in the crowd and help people find their way. My doing so, I hope that visitors will feel better and more welcomed to my city.

Example Assessor: Airport worker

ORB Category: Voluntary Service to Other People

ORB Subcategory: Customer Service

Example log for ORB: Provided general directions to washrooms, restaurants, and gates at the airport today. I love being at the airport, it makes me want to travel!

 

(Completed as a team. Participants will collaboratively establish practice and qualifying journey goals together).

Example Activity: Plan and execute an exciting travel itinerary to explore your local neighborhood! Discover hidden gems, landmarks, and attractions right in your own backyard. Research interesting places within walking or cycling distance, creating a fun-filled adventure packed with discovery. It’s like going on a mini vacation right at home, uncovering the wonders of your neighbourhood one step or pedal at a time!

Example Assessor or Supervisor: Parent of a friend