Insider’s Italy: My top ten Italian highlights
Having lived in Sorrento for 15 years, Italy is now my home from home. In the 80s, I worked for a specialist independent travel company, with Rome and the south of Italy being my specialist areas....
An international experience for Birchgrove – on and off the pitch!
Sun, sea, sand, sightseeing, sport and socialising – the six key components for many sports tours and certainly the perfect combination for the rugby and football boys from Birchgrove...
Dubai and Abu Dhabi, Day 3 – Markets, dune riding and belly dancing!
After another early start, we made our way over to the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. Here, the world’s tallest elevator (figures) whisks you to the ‘At the Top’ observation...
Dubai and Abu Dhabi, Day 2 – Abu Dhabi, Grand Mosque visit and Sports City…
Following a morning run along the beach, it was time for breakfast, where the chef cooks your eggs to your exact liking (poached, since you’re asking!). Before I knew it, I was in a taxi for...
Inspection visit: Dubai and Abu Dhabi – Day 1
As part of my role as Tour Consultant, I am lucky enough to be taking part in an inspection visit to Dubai and Abu Dhabi, where I will spend a fantastic three days visiting the top sporting...
My St Lucian adventure
As part of my role as Tours Co-ordinator, it’s my job to travel to our destinations so that I can pass on all the insider knowledge to our groups, as well as doing a scout of the area to...
RESORT OF THE WEEK: Axamer-Lizum, Austria
According to the School Travel Forum, Austria is the number one destination in the UK school ski market. Want to know why? Read on to find out! Austria is a firm favourite as it consistently provides...
RESORT OF THE WEEK: Tarvisio, Italy
At Rayburn Ski we pride ourselves on our knowledge of the resorts we offer and level of staff expertise available. This week, our tour consultant – and Tarvisio expert – Glenn Martin discusses...
Las Vegas Day 2
Alarms were set for 8am for breakfast at 9am. We met by the pool at the hotel and all went to the breakfast room. Excellent choice of food: cereals, toast, fruit, yoghurt, eggs, sausage, potatoes,...
Touring has enhanced our uptake to GCSE and A Level music
Touring has enhanced our uptake to GCSE and A Level music I am sure there are teachers all over the country constantly searching for new ways to get students engaged in music, so when Peter Worth,...
To describe her as an inspiration just doesn’t seem to do her justice!
She’s organised 17 music tours in 17 years, giving thousands of students from Saffron Walden County High School the chance to perform, grow and learn in beautiful destinations around Europe –...
Brilliant day at Ait Ben Haddou & camel riding
A fantastic day starting with a panoramic view of Ait Ben Haddou & then walking up to the top of the Kasbah for more amazing views. A tasty lunch in Taddert & then a quick stop at an incised...