NASA Summer Camp in the USA

The U.S. Space & Rocket Center is located in one of the 50 states of the United States, the state of Alabama.

Accommodation for participants varies throughout the program.

In New York, participants are accommodated at the International Student Center, an inclusive and multicultural hostel where young people from various parts of the world meet and share experiences.

At all times, participants are divided by age and gender and are supervised by monitors.

Feeding

The NASA Space Camp Program is on a full-board basis. Meals during the stay in New York are not included in the package. However, we have carefully chosen the locations so that everyone can enjoy delicious dishes at affordable prices. With New York’s enormous gastronomic diversity, we guarantee a rich and varied culinary experience, without compromising on budget.

There is supervision by professionals with experience in coordinating youth groups. The group will be accompanied by a Senior Professional, ensuring a safe and enriching experience throughout the trip. This professional has extensive experience in guiding groups of young people and deep knowledge of their dynamics. The accompaniment will be complemented by the support of a Junior Professional, providing extra supervision and ensuring that each young person receives the attention and support needed to make this trip truly memorable

Each group of participants is monitored 24 hours a day by qualified monitors who are subject to internal training. Space Camp® activities have a professional, dynamic, dedicated team that ensures all processes in a responsible and safe way.

You must arrive autonomously at the holiday camp facilities in Portugal the day before departure, your parents must take you and pick you up from the holiday camp, at the times foreseen in the program and to be announced closer to the date.

Transportation to the airport is included from the holiday camp facilities in Portugal, and it is important that the group travels all together to avoid delays.

Flights and transfers during the U.S. program are also included.

Space Camp®

6 days, 5 nights
Check-in: Sunday 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (Central Time)
Graduation Ceremony: Friday at 1 p.m. (Central Time)

New York

7 days, 6 nights
Check-in: Wednesday 29/08, arrival at New York airport (Newark) in the morningCheck-out
: Tuesday 04/09 evening return flight to Lisbon

Registration closes on April 30, 2025.

Payment of the registration fee – €500.

Selection Criteria:
1- Registration Date
2- English
3- Motivation to pursue studies in one of the STEAM areas

We do not advise participants to bring valuables.

We send all relevant additional information with an information pack before the start of the summer camp.

There will be specific times for participants to communicate with their families. Spaces with wi-fi are restricted, but will be used whenever it is opportune and does not interfere with activities.

Parents

• Authorization for a minor to leave Portuguese national territory (must have the signature of the parents/education enc.
• Term of responsibility (must be completed and signed by the parents/education enc.);
• Passport (validity must be more than 6 months from the date of entry into the United States).
• NASA Questionnaire (Link sent to the E.D.)

Organization

• Travel Insurance
• Draft of the Term of Responsibility
• Draft Authorization for Minors to Leave the Country

Preço: Space Camp & NY

• 12 to 14 years old – 5.099 €
• 14 to 18 years old – 5.199 €

We recommend taking out travel insurance every time you book a trip for children and young people. This insurance protects you, for example, against the financial consequences of an illness or accident before and/or during the holiday camp or covers you against loss or damage to personal belongings. It also offers support in case of premature departure due to unforeseen circumstances. Travel insurance gives you the certainty that you are well covered during the holiday camp and that you can enjoy the trip without worries.

We have been working together with HanseMerkur for years. HanseMerkur Reiseversicherung is a renowned insurance company that offers tailor-made solutions for travellers. With excellent customer service and rapid claims settlement, we have been able to ensure safe journeys for many customers in recent years.

Important: The trip you have decided to book is abroad. We recommend our premium 5-star coverage to ensure that your holidays outside Portugal are perfectly protected. In addition to the most important travel insurance policies, this one also includes international health insurance.