Remembrance Day 2020: why it’s more relevant than ever this year
Remembrance Day 2020: why it’s more relevant than ever this year “The first stroke of eleven produced a magical effect. “The tram cars glided into stillness, motors ceased to cough and...
Interesting facts about the Menin Gate & Last Post Ceremony
Did you know? Get the inside scoop with some interesting facts about the Menin Gate Memorial & Last Post Ceremony (Ypres, Belgium).
The Battlefields: “It was very emotional and I cried…”
The Battlefields can be evoke emotions that are beyond control for some. Fascinating, interesting and moving are some of the words our students have used to describe their experience. Having the...
Top Tips for the Last Post Ceremony
For many school groups visiting the First World War battlefields, witnessing the Last Post Ceremony and perhaps participating in a wreath laying is an essential part of the experience. At the end of...
Top 8 ideas to fundraise for a school trip abroad
Top 8 ideas to fundraise for a school trip abroad Keen to get out the classroom and take your students on an unforgettable school trip abroad? Start the fun early and get your students involved in...
Passchendaele Museum: A must-visit historic experience for students!
Passchendaele Museum: A must-visit historic experience for students! The Third Battle of Ypres, famously known as Passchendaele, was the most notorious of 5 battles. And since 2004, the Passchendaele...
The five sensory benefits of a school trip abroad
The five sensory benefits of a school trip abroad The way we learn is a characteristic that makes each person unique. It’s as much a part of our identity as our appearance, speech, interests and...
Top 10 free visits you shouldn’t miss in Amsterdam
Education or leisure? Whatever your reason for travelling, making the most out of your trip doesn’t have to be expensive. We’ve compiled a list of our top 10 free (or low cost) options to pack...
Top 10 free things to do on a school trip in Sorrento!
Located in the Bay of Naples overlooking Mount Vesuvius, Sorrento has so much to offer – for free that is! Known for its quaint shopping streets, archaeological sites and enthralling views, there...
10 free experiences you won’t want to miss in Ypres and the Somme
An eye-opening visit to the First World War battlefields of France and Belgium brings a poignant reality to the stories that have intrigued the world since the 1910s. Learning about the sacrifices...
The Salient – the perfect base for school groups visiting Ypres
The Salient – the perfect base for school groups visiting Ypres Located in the centre of Ypres, just a stone’s throw away from the market square, The Salient hostel is the perfect option for a...
Living the life of a soldier: Brighton Hill Community School’s battlefields trip
Living the life of a soldier: Brighton Hill Community School’s battlefields trip No strangers to touring, Brighton Hill were keen to have two History Tour Guides on board for their invaluable,...