Around the world in 10 cultures
As the school year flies by, many teachers will already be thinking about the last week of term in July, and how to leave their students in high spirits as they break up for the summer. A lot of...
10 teaching resources for the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz
This week, people across the world will be commemorating 75 years since the liberation of Auschwitz. Regardless of the time that has passed, the lessons we learn and the realities we face about the...
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 Museum has been telling its story. Towards the latter end of 2019,...
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 values. That’s why every child deserves the chance...
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
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 large group visiting the area. As the largest private property in...
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, detailed knowledge of the sites. And with just 3 days to see everything, they packed a...
So much more than just a History Guide…
I’m sure when most people think of a tour guide, they picture someone at the helm of a group of people, microphone and flag in tow, reciting ‘on your left…’ and ‘on your right…’. But...
Top 5 lesser-known Battlefield sites worth visiting
A journey to the Western Front brings home the reality of the First World War, taking you through a landscape of cemeteries and memorials – from those dedicated to tens of thousands of servicemen...
Over 10 years with the International School of Geneva: an insight into their annual battlefields trip
At Rayburn Tours we’re proud of our strong international focus, working together with schools worldwide to seek new adventures, embrace new cultures and learn new skills. Our role is to support you...