DAY ONE: Saturday, April 5, 2025 - HOME - NEW YORK CITY

Groups arriving at one of the area’s airports will be met by a World Projects staff member in baggage claim who will direct you to your coach(es). Transfer to the festival hotel.

Groups arriving by coach will be met at the festival hotel by a World Projects staff member. Check in to the festival hotel in Midtown Manhattan (hotel TBC) with assistance from a World Projects staff member.

Groups arriving before the hotel’s check-in time will have lunch on own and may choose to take a tour of the city (at an additional cost).

Situated in the Midtown area of Manhattan, the festival hotel is within easy walking distance to Times Square, Central Park, Rockefeller Center, and some of the most amazing restaurants and shopping known on the planet! The Midtown area includes the Theatre District, the Diamond District, the Garment District, and major television studios.

Late Afternoon

After checking in, the group leader will be given a brief Festival Orientation. Groups will have free time to explore the Times Square area.

Evening

Dinner on your own nearby, or it may be arranged through World Projects. The rest of the evening is free.