UWF Alumni Travel FAQs

The most current list of trips for UWF alumni and friends can be found on our group travel webpage. If you have suggestions for future itineraries or feedback about the travel program please contact Alumni Relations at alumni@uwf.edu. Go Argos!

The university sends a representative on the tour only when a specific number of alumni participate. This ensures responsible stewardship of university donations, which support the operations of the UWF Alumni Association.

Yes, they are! The more, the merrier.

You do not have to be a UWF graduate to participate in the tours. 

 

Collette trips typically include a comprehensive package designed to provide a hassle-free travel experience. Here's what is generally included:

• Accommodations: Stays in carefully selected hotels, with a focus on comfort and quality.
• Transportation: All on-tour transportation, including airport transfers, is usually included. This often covers flights, trains, buses, and sometimes even cruises.
• Meals: Many tours include daily breakfasts, several dinners, and sometimes lunches, often featuring local cuisine.
• Guided Tours and Excursions: Professionally guided tours of major attractions and landmarks are a key part of the package, often including special access or unique experiences.
• Cultural Experiences: Immersive experiences that provide insight into the local culture, such as cooking classes, local performances, or visits to traditional markets.
• Tour Director: An experienced Tour Manager or Director accompanies the group, ensuring a smooth and enriching experience throughout the trip.
• Baggage Handling: Handling of your luggage between hotels and transportation is often included.
• Optional Excursions: While most key activities are included, there are usually optional excursions available at an additional cost for those who want to explore further.

Level 1: You’re a leisurely traveler. You typically take it easy and discover the energy of a new place by people-watching or soaking in the atmosphere at a local cafe. You can climb at least one flight of stairs, board a coach, and walk unassisted at a relaxed pace for up to 60 minutes without difficulty. You can easily handle altitudes up to 5,000 feet.

Level 2: You like a balanced approach to travel. Walking two to three miles over the course of a day is no problem for you. You can partake in a two-hour leisurely walking tour, covering up to two miles (with included breaks). You can handle a variety of terrains, from cobblestone streets to moderate hills with relative ease and without assistance. You can climb two flights of stairs with ease. There may be 1 to 2 days on this tour when walking tours can cover 3 to 4 miles over uneven terrain. You can handle altitudes up to 6,000 feet.

Level 3: You’re an on-the-go traveler. You don’t want to miss a thing, so walking and standing for longer periods of time (2-3 hours) isn’t a big deal. A moderately paced two-and-a-half-hour walking tour, covering several miles, hills, and uneven surfaces, is no problem for you. Walking four miles over the course of a day is very doable, as is climbing into and out of various modes of transportation (tuk-tuk, cable car, zodiac, etc.). You can climb three flights of stairs easily and handle altitudes between 6,000 and 9,000 feet. Expect some longer days balanced with free time to recharge or set out on your own adventure. This level is not a fit for travelers who require mobility assistance devices.

Level 4: You’re ready to seize the day, whatever it may bring. You lead an active life at home (walking, biking, and half or full day hikes are things you may enjoy) and 10,000 steps a day is normal for you. You can handle longer walking tours (more than 3 hours covering 3+ miles at a steady clip) and activities that involve traversing uneven terrain, steep slopes, standing for periods of time, and varying altitudes and temperatures. You don’t mind being on the go with some early starts, late-nights, and full days. You can handle altitudes of 9,000 feet or higher with little to no issue. This level is not appropriate for travelers who use wheelchairs, walkers, and other mobility assistance devices.

 

Please go to the trip registration page and click on the full itinerary page. 

Collette Travel offers tours that cater to a wide age range, but their primary audience is generally adults, particularly those aged 35 and older. Some trips are more suited to active travelers, while others are designed for a more relaxed pace, making their tours appealing to a diverse group of travelers.

Collette offers its own travel protection plan which is not included in the listed package price. The plan is +$599 for international travel and +$349 for domestic travel. View full plan details.

The UWF Alumni group travel program partners with Meyer and Associates to provide travel insurance to our travelers. You can call 866.679.7836 or visit their website for details and coverage options.

 

You will receive your travel documents through the mail 2-3 weeks prior to the trip. If you have not received your travel documents, please contact UWF Alumni Relations. We can be reached at 850.474.2423 or alumni@uwf.edu.