Join ACS for our very first international adventure as we take flight to Portugal! This exciting trip marks our debut abroad as a society, filled with a fun-packed itinerary, breathtaking historic sights, and unforgettable bonding moments. From exploring rich culture to sharing laughs and memories, this is a journey you won’t want to miss!
By signing up to this Society Trip, you are agreeing that they have read and understood and have agreed to the rules and information
Members’ Rules for Society Trips
Note: If you are in breach of any of the rules, you may be subject to university disciplinary action or banned from future Society trips.
Note: If you present a danger to yourself or another member or multiple members on the trip you may also be asked to return to University of Galway immediately, and you may be liable for any costs incurred.
Everyone who signs up for the trip must be a current student of University of Galway for the duration of the trip.
You must have a passport for all trips outside of Ireland.
• Deposits on flights are non-refundable once flights are booked.
Members are required to obey the following rules .
Members must:
• Be aware of the hazards involved
• Must not jeopardise your own health & safety or that of others.
• Must follow instructions given by trip leaders and officers.
• Must attend any training provided.
• Must inform officers or trip leaders of any medical condition that may affect your ability to participate, or affect emergency first aid treatment.
• You are responsible for making an informed decision as to whether it is a suitable activity for you.
• If consuming alcohol, you must drink responsibly and in a manner which will not endanger your own safety and health and that of others.
• You must never participate in potentially hazardous physical activities while under the influence of alcohol.
• Inform yourself of, and respect, local customs and laws
• Must stay in groups of no less than 3.
• Ensure in the event of receiving medical treatment that you are 100% satisfied that you have received all the medical treatment you require before being discharged.
• Note you are covered by University Insurance for the duration of the trip, any travel outside of the trip you will need your own travel insurance.
• Members must implement the buddy system and make sure the other 3 appointed are present and safe and ready to get on the bus.
• Must not leave the venue during the evening.
• Must be ready for the bus at the appointed time.
• You must inform the trip leader if you don’t intend to return on the bus.
• No drinking on the bus.
• Must wear any protective gear provided.
• If staying in accommodation make sure your bedroom door is securely locked at all times to ensure your safety.
Trips outside Ireland are organised by societies for students and staff are covered by the university insurance
University of Galway travel Info
University of Travel insurance info and support while on your trip, have the info before you go. (download this travel pack and bring it your trip in case you need assistance)
AIG Virtual Care Programme
https://socs.universityofgalway.ie/admin/uploads/fileVault/?f=OTg2MQ==
Policy number required when setting up account in app HGT63867
AIG Travel Assistance Guide
https://socs.universityofgalway.ie/admin/uploads/fileVault/?f=OTg2Mg==
Everyone traveling must have the EHIC Card. https://www2.hse.ie/services/ehic/ehic.html