Educational Destinations

10SepSeptember 10, 2018

The Benefits of European Educational Group Travel

As a educator, bringing your group to Europe on an educational tour is a life-changing experience for you and your group. To enlighten students with travel is the kind of opportunity some only dream of, but the reality of bringing your educational group to Europe is closer than you think. There are so many wonderful and elaborate museums and attractions that are ready to be filled by your students. And nothing can prepare, motivate and inspire your group to reach...

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08AugAugust 8, 2018

Chaperoning a Student Trip

It is great that you're interested in chaperoning a student trip. Thank you! Your role is to help get the kids safely and happily through the challenges of their action-packed itineraries. You are an extension of trip leadership and a liaison to it for the students. Teachers will have high expectations of you, and your number one reason for being on a trip is to support the leaders and kids. As a chaperone, you must always focus on what's best for...

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03MayMay 3, 2018

Disney Educational Trips

Educational opportunities are many at Walt Disney theme parks. For over 60 years, Disney has focused on educational workshops and programs for students. Disney makes it easy for students to develop their skills and grow while they are learning. Accredited partners ensure that Disney educational programs offer sound academic experiences for every curriculum. A great example, showcasing Disney’s love for wildlife and conservation, is Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Florida. With over 1,500 animals from around the world,...

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13MarMarch 13, 2018

Educational Travel with Special Needs or Dietary Restrictions

If you, or a loved one, have a special need or dietary restriction and will be traveling with a student group, Educational Destinations has you covered. When a group is focused on education, it is easy to overlook issues with accessibility, facilities, and other factors to consider to ensure all members of the group are able to participate and enjoy the trip to the fullest extent. Group travel with special needs members requires extra consideration at every stage of planning...

By Terie ThompsonEducation, Travel SafetyEducation, Special Needs, Travel0 Comments

12FebFebruary 12, 2018

Top European Educational Destinations

Here are our top European educational destinations: With a world full of fascinating educational destinations, just choosing the perfect spot for your students can present quite a challenge. When you travel, the destination will be dictated largely by your group members. However, keep in mind that prices, particularly of flights, are considerably less expensive when choosing non-peak times. London is known as a great destination for a student group tour because of its rich history and being a cultural capitol of the...

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09JanJanuary 9, 2018

Getting parents involved in educational travel

Getting parents involved in educational travel programs is a vital piece of the puzzle to have a successful trip. The skills that a student obtains through education travel plays heavily into their entire life. These skills include being responsible, knowing how to communicate, teamwork, self-confidence, and to be engaged in a new way that most students do not experience on a daily basis. Parents appreciate the value of a student's education in travel and the eye-opening wonders acquired. And parents...

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08DecDecember 8, 2017

Tips for getting your students through airport security

During your educational trip, you will make an impression on lots of people - parents, judges, school administrators, teachers, competitors, and more. You always want your first impression to be great! A very important time to make that great impression is when you go through an airport security checkpoint. Here are some tips for getting your students through airport security smoothly and efficiently. Be polite and attentive...and cut the shenanigans. Don't joke about national security or bombs, and be attentive...

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Educational Bus Travel with Educational Destinations

07NovNovember 7, 2017

Motor Coach Travel Advice for Student Groups

If you are a Teacher looking to offer your students inexpensive travel to that once-in-a-lifetime educational opportunity, motor coach travel is much cheaper than flying. Getting there might take a bit longer, but your group can save money and enjoy new scenery. Coach trips are longer than those by air, of course, so it's important to make oneself as comfortable as possible. The better you are prepared, the better time you'll have. Don't forget to bring your sense of humor...

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04SepSeptember 4, 2017

Disney on Broadway

Breathtaking! Amazing! Phenomenal! You hear these adjectives time and time again from friends, family, and others who've just seen a Broadway musical production. It is a truly magical experience. And, when traveling to New York City with students, experiencing a Broadway show is something you just can't miss. Broadway boasts dozens of venues located in Manhattan's Theater District along Broadway from 42nd Street to Lincoln Center. The majority of the shows are musicals, and they are influential forms of American...

By Ben HilmerFeatured DestinationsBroadway, Disney, Education, New York, Tour, Travel0 Comments

Educational Destinations: Preventing Deep Vein Thrombosis

02JulJuly 2, 2017

Health Tip: Preventing Deep Vein Thrombosis

Deep vein thrombosis, or deep venous thrombosis, (DVT) is the formation of a blood clot (thrombus) within a deep vein, predominantly in the legs. Non-specific signs may include pain, swelling, redness, warmness, and engorged superficial veins. Pulmonary embolism, a potentially life-threatening complication, is caused by the detachment (embolization) of a clot that travels to the lungs. Together, DVT and pulmonary embolism constitute a single disease process known as venous thromboembolism. Post-thrombotic syndrome, another complication, significantly contributes to the health-care cost...

By Rick CampbellTravel SafetyAir, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Education, Health, Preventing, Travel0 Comments