How to get decision makers on board with your school trip
The first hurdle when planning a school trip is getting the go ahead from the decision makers at your school – and we know this can sometimes be a long process. So to help you out (because we know...
The past, the present and the future of school travel
The FCO started advising against any non-essential travel around the world which had a huge impact on all travel, including school trips. As the UK went into lockdown in late March, so did the...
Getting multiple quotes for a school trip – why the cheapest isn’t always the best!
Getting multiple quotes for a school trip – why the cheapest isn’t always the best! You’ve taken on the task of planning your school’s next trip abroad, and the first step is to...
Tarvisio: “I thought I was gonna go flying down the mountain”
Tarvisio: “I thought I was gonna go flying down the mountain” February half term saw dozens of school groups flee the UK to embark on the ultimate ski adventure in some of Europe’s...
Why Calday Grange Grammar School’s ski trip to Sestriere will make you want to drop everything and go…
Why Calday Grange Grammar School’s ski trip to Sestriere will make you want to drop everything and go… Just last month, students from Calday Grange Grammar School embarked on a...
Top 5 things you can’t miss when visiting Sestriere!
A must-visit Italian resort, Sestriere is simply made for skiers of all levels. Forming part of the Milky Way, this high altitude resort has a multitude of slopes and fantastic après ski options,...
Best Nottingham free school trips & visits
Looking for a fun, free and educational trip for your class? Check out our list of free school trips or visits available in Nottingham for your students!
Hotel Olimpic: “The best Italian food in Sestriere”
The way to a school’s heart is through their stomach Hotel Olimpic, well-known for serving the best Italian food in Sestriere, didn’t cease to amaze us. And the authentic Italian cookery...
How parents help their children cope with school trip anxiety
1. Home Comforts “I tell my teenage son to take something to remind him of home like a photograph. For my younger daughter, I’d pack a comfort blanket or cuddly toy.” Dawn, Mum of 2,...
Oh la la… Samoëns has it all for school skiing
Described as a breath of fresh mountain air is the ancient village of Samoëns in France. This charming resort is part of the Grand Massif ski area, which encompasses 265km of incredible interlinked...
Top 5 things to look out for on a prep school ski trip
Having just been away with a prep group, these are my top 5 things to consider when looking for your prep school’s next ski trip
How does an Easter ski trip to Andorra compare to February half term?
How does an Easter ski trip to Andorra compare to February half term? Is Andorra good for skiing during the Easter? Our Operations Administrator, Emma, discusses her experience! Pre-Trip...