2011. Why Warwick Castle is a Top Location for School History Visits
May 18, 2018
With so much fascinating history and heritage here in the UK, study tours based on home soil have the potential to be both inspiring and educational. Warwick Castleis one of the most popular venues for UK study tours and, considering the stunning interiors, pretty gardens andincredible range of disp...
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2012. One Small Step for Man, One Giant Leap for Your Class on USA Trips
May 18, 2018
The USA has an abundance of potential when it comes to school residential trips, and you don’t have to look further than Washington DC, home to the National Air and Space Museum, for inspiration. A visit to this excellent museum will see your students marvelling at the 1903 Wright Flyer and Charles ...
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2013. Things to Do in Amsterdam: the Ultimate Dutch Beer-sperience
May 18, 2018
The perfect way to celebrate after finishing exams with your friends is on a city break. Amsterdam is the perfect location: it has some excellent bars and clubs, a dynamic food scene, and hosts a wide range of incredible options for young holidaymakers. One of those, its beer scene, is often overloo...
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2014. Exploring Amsterdam: On Foot, By Boat and By Bicycle
May 18, 2018
Travelling solo can be a great and exciting way to explore a new place. While many travelers are content with visiting highly-trafficked tourist sites, I find exploring off the beaten track to be much fun; spending a holiday finding the best local attractions and hideouts can be incredibly rewarding...
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2015. The Balmy Beaches of Benidorm: A Guide for Sun Seekers
May 18, 2018
Benidorm is probably the most famous sunshine destination for English holidaymakers in Spain. Why? From nearby Alicante to Benidorm, this corner of south-east Spain has everything you could possibly want, whether that’s sunbathing or socialising, exploring or shopping. But there is one enduring reas...
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2016. Amsterdam for Adrenaline Seekers (Yes, You Read That Right!)
May 18, 2018
Although well-known for its cultural heritage and hazy brown cafes, Amsterdam has started to make a name for itself as a hotspot for adrenaline seekers. Make the most of this active revolution with cheap flights and a Shuttle Direct airport taxi – Schiphol is the number one best connected airport in...
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2017. Be Brave in Benidorm: Hair-Raising Rides in Terra Mítica
May 18, 2018
Benidorm’s enduring appeal as a great holiday destination comes from its versatility; it really does have something for absolutely everyone. The resort boasts stunning beaches, vibrant nightlife and good food, skyscraper hotels that have become an established feature of the Costa Blanca skyline, and...
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2018. Normandy's Top WW2 Attractions for Educational Visits
May 14, 2018
There comes a point every term where burnout seems to settle in equally for both teachers and pupils. Although it cannot be used frequently, teachers do have the ultimate weapon in their arsenal that can instantly capture even the most wandering minds; the class trip that gets everyone out of school...
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2019. Making the Most of UK Study Tours to Durham Cathedral
May 14, 2018
Steeped in British history and religious significance, Durham Cathedral is a great addition to the itinerary of UK study tours. Built in the twelfth century, this stunning Norman church offers an insight into medieval architecture and construction as well as the artisan trades of stained glass makin...
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2020. Explore the Great Outdoors on a School Visit to the Isle of Wight
May 14, 2018
Set in the English Channel just off the southern coast of England, the Isle of White – with its beautiful beaches littered with fossils and plenty of green spaces to explore – is the perfect spot for UK study tours focussing on the natural world. Your students will enjoy spending time in the great o...
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