The state of play for language learning in secondary schools
Does the British Council's recent language report represent the state of play for learning a foreign language in your school? We look at the ups and downs of the subject and why school language trips...
Blenheim High School switch up their Spanish language trip with a new destination
As a school that’s frequently toured but never travelled with Rayburn before, we were delighted to look after Blenheim High School’s 4 day, 3 night tour to Seville in 2019. With previous...
The world is getting warmer – and we’re feeling the effects
The term ‘global warming’ has been banded around for years, so much so that we’ve become somewhat desensitised to it. The glaciers are melting. The sea levels are rising. The polar bears are...
Belper School and Sixth Form College experience boundless culture in Barcelona
At Rayburn Tours we have a strong international focus, working together with schools worldwide to seek new adventures, embrace new cultures and learn new skills. There is, however, something special...
Top free things to do on a school trip to Paris
Home to some of the world’s most famous hotels and restaurants, as well as being the headquarters for top luxury brands, Paris certainly has a reputation for being an expensive city. But that’s...
Why you shouldn’t overlook the Netherlands for your next school geography trip
Whilst it’s easy to be dumbfounded by the waterfalls of Iceland, the Berber villages of Morocco and the volcanoes of Italy, the Netherlands deserves a place on your school’s bucket list. The...
6 reasons why every music group should perform at Edinburgh Fringe
Explore brilliant reasons to perform in the Scottish capital during August - and how we can help get you there!
Take Note Community Choir rocks Edinburgh Fringe with home-grown Devon talent
Devon-based Take Note Community Choir has been taking the Edinburgh Fringe Festival’s choral scene by storm – and it’s no surprise why. Having travelled all the way from Tiverton to perform at...
Look no further for the ideal base for your Battlefields visit!
For visitors to the region, initial impressions can be deceptive as you drive through the tranquil countryside and sleepy rural villages. However, look a little closer and evidence of the...
Home away from home – Iceland’s top places to stay
Although Iceland is often defined by its dramatic landscapes and geographical wonders, the Nordic island also possesses a wealth of accommodation to match its well-renowned beauty. From hotels and...
Rob Chambers: Iceland’s #1 Fan
St Ivo is a well-recognised (and well-loved) name within the Rayburn Tours team. Having run over 20 tours with us over the years, many have been at the hand of Mr Rob Chambers, Head of Geography,...
The start of the Premier League season and our league predictor!
Yesterday saw the closure of the transfer window, marking the end to a summer of wheeling’s and dealings for football clubs across the UK. Premier League clubs are now focused on the opening...