Rayburn Review – How to choose a repertoire for your tour
We recently sat down with Eleanor Harvey, our Concert Tours Operations Manager, to discuss how to choose an appropriate repertoire for a musical trip. Following her involvement in a number of...
Which parks made TripAdvisor’s 2019 list of ‘the world’s best theme parks’?
The list contained the best 25 theme parks in the world, but let’s take a look at some of Rayburn’s favourite spots and where they rank on the list; Orlando It’s no secret that Orlando is home...
The importance of playing sport at a young age
The importance of playing sport at a young age I recently came across an interesting piece in the June/July issue of School Sport Magazine, where David English spoke passionately about the importance...
Sport and the brain
Sport and the brain Travel far and wide on a sports tour and there’s bound to be a trace of a sport you love. Let’s face it, place two hoodies on the ground and you have a set of goal posts....
Top 10 free things for students to do in Berlin
Top 10 free things for students to do in Berlin Brimming with history, in Berlin you will uncover a piece of the past with every corner turned. To make sure that you and your students get the most...
Must-do excursions to bring your Barbados trip to life!
Must-do excursions to bring your Barbados trip to life! We’ve listed our must-do excursions, so that you can step off the tourist trail and experience the ‘real’ Barbados on your Sports Tour....
Victory in Europe Day – A date for your diaries
Victory in Europe Day – A date for your diaries What is VE Day? After almost 6 years of fighting, millions of lives lost, families, cities and homes devastated, Victory in Europe was...
Top 10 free things to do for schools in Washington, USA
Washington is literally packed with free things to do, especially for schools. From museums and monuments to outdoor concerts, check out our guide to Washington's top 10 free activities for schools.
Rayburn Review with Cath Rule
In the second edition of Rayburn Review, we recently caught up with Catherine Rule, our Geography Tours Development Manager. During our chat, we spoke about Cath’s favourite destination in Iceland...
Discover the history of Berlin in three key visits
Discover the history of Berlin in three key visits A city once divided is now a fascinating visit for school trips that allows you and your group to learn about Germany’s rise to importance, along...
Iceland’s Westfjords – where the journey is part of the adventure!
I’ve always loved Iceland, ever since my first visit, many years ago. I was instantly captivated by the stunning scenery and spectacular landscapes and fell under its spell completely....
Seville’s top 10 (almost free) school trip activities
Seville is your gateway to a time gone by. Known for its steamy-hot summers and mild winters, this southern Spanish capital is famous for its historic churches, grand palaces, Renaissance...