9 epic Iceland adventures for school groups
When it comes to unique adventures Iceland comes up trumps, with awe-inspiring opportunities to get up close to its glistening glaciers, mighty volcanoes, steaming hot springs and wonderful wildlife!...
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...
Hópbílar become Iceland’s first coach provider to offset carbon emissions
Rayburn Tours are proud to be working alongside Icelandic coach provider Hópbílar, who are currently the only company of their kind in Iceland to be offsetting the carbon emissions of their fleet....
6 secrets to running the best geography trip
Most teachers, over the course of their career, will have the chance to whisk their students away on an educational whirlwind, affectionately known as a school trip. Taking your students out of the...
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 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...
Top 8 geographical adventures in the Bay of Naples and Sicily
Alive with restless mountains, rugged coastlines, azure seas and intriguing geographical landscapes, a trip to the Bay of Naples and Sicily is the ultimate experience for any geographer. We give our...
A geographer’s guide to the Azores
With vast calderas, mesmerising turquoise lakes and steam-emitting fumaroles, this remote archipelago has volcanic activity at its heart. These impressive islands offer up the ultimate adventure,...
Top 10 best things to do in Iceland on a budget
Ok, it’s unlikely that a full on adventure to Iceland is going to be a cheap getaway, but this land of spectacular natural beauty has so much to offer visitors without breaking the bank. Any...
Could this be the best school trip to Iceland – ever?!
Imagine the most awe-inspiring adventure to this land of extremes, where explosive volcanoes emerge above the landscape, geysers shoot high up into the sky and thundering waterfalls give a soaking to...
Iceland School Trip Kit List
For the intrepid explorers out there embarking on an Icelandic adventure, there’ll be one question you want answering. What on earth should I pack? Known for its variable weather and sometimes...
St John the Baptist School explore exotic Morocco – a gateway to Africa
Earlier this year, geographers from St John the Baptist School in Surrey stepped into a world of colourful contrasts as they made the journey to majestic Morocco. Witnessing the country’s...