Educational Travel
27Aug

Theatre Education Trips: Celebrating National Arts in Education Week With Meaningful Student Travel

Theatre education trips offer students one of the most powerful ways to engage with the performing arts. Each September, the national observance of National Arts in Education Week highlights how arts learning shapes student development and academic growth. For educators seeking meaningful ways to celebrate, theatre education trips provide immersive experiences that connect classroom learning to live performance, professional training and world-class theatrical environments.   Why Theatre Education Trips Matter for Student Development Theatre education trips give students direct experience with live performance...

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27Aug

Behind the Scenes: Planning Your Perfect Student Trip

As the director of Educational Destinations, one of my favorite parts of my job is sitting down with a teacher and hearing, “Here’s what I really want my students to experience.” That’s where the fun begins. Our job is to take that vision and plan a trip experience that is educational, exciting, memorable and realistic for your budget.   It Starts With You When we begin to plan a trip, we don't start by pulling out a standard itinerary. We start by listening. What...

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13May

Carmel HS Takes on FIRST Robotics Championship with Educational Destinations

Thirty robotics students from Carmel HS (IN) joined teams from all over the world to compete at the annual FIRST Championship in Houston, TX. After a whirlwind of travel and double-elimination matches, the varsity Carmel team, the 868 TechHOUNDS, walked away as Division Champions, with their final alliance ranking second in the world. This year, the FIRST Championship comprised 600 FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) teams representing 50 countries. Students qualified depending on their performance in state championships, only...

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11May

Meet Educational Destinations Tour Director Jen Shenberger

A longtime Missouri music educator, Jennifer Shenberger now shares her passion for educational student travel as a tour director with Educational Destinations. Jennifer Shenberger joined the Music Travel Consultants (MTC) Family of Brands as a tour director in 2024 following a distinguished 31-year career in the Missouri public schools. Her teaching experience includes 14 years directing choir and band in the Reeds Spring School District and 17 years as the Brass Specialist for the School...

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12Mar

Women’s History in Philadelphia: Where Women Helped Shape American Democracy

Each March, Women’s History Month offers an opportunity to recognize the women whose leadership, courage and civic engagement helped shape the United States. Few cities tell that story more powerfully than Philadelphia, where the foundations of American democracy were built and where women played essential roles both behind the scenes and on the public stage. For student groups exploring American civics, Philadelphia provides meaningful opportunities to learn how women contributed to the country’s founding and how their influence...

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13Feb

Expanding Global Opportunities: Exploring Educational Travel in China

Educational Destinations Travel Designer Mary Godley shares her recent experience exploring exciting educational travel opportunities throughout China. I had the immense joy and honor to join an eight-night professional tour in China with the Student and Youth Travel Association and the Chinese National Tourist Office of New York. Our mission was to explore student educational tourism. The itinerary highlighted the historical might of Beijing and Xi’an, the balance of Hangzhou - both poetic and forward thinking - and...

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11Feb

Black History Sites in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C., is home to some of the nation’s most important landmarks honoring Black history, culture and leadership. For students, the city offers a powerful look at the people and stories that shaped American history. From the arts and political activism to community spaces and cultural institutions, here are some of our favorite places for groups to experience during Black History Month and throughout the year. U Street: A Historic Black Cultural District Known in its prime as “Black Broadway,” the U...

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16Jan

Inspire Your Heart with Art Day: Educational Travel Experiences That Bring the Arts to Life

Inspire Your Heart with Art Day, observed Jan. 31, celebrates the power of the arts to educate, inspire and connect. Art is not limited to gallery walls - it includes music, theater, dance, architecture and public expression. Educational travel allows students to engage with the arts in dynamic, hands-on ways that deepen learning and spark creativity.   Museum of Modern Art — New York City The Museum of Modern Art focuses on modern and contemporary creativity. Students explore painting, sculpture,...

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11Dec

Top 4 Educational Winter Student Travel Destinations

When the weather turns colder, some destinations become even better for student travel. From snowy mountains and Olympic history to Revolutionary-era Boston and New York City’s world-class museums, winter can be the perfect backdrop for hands-on learning. Here are four winter-ready destinations with educational opportunities built right into the itinerary: Utah, Aspen, New York City and Boston. Utah: Winter Basecamp for Science, History and Olympic Spirit Utah offers a mix of mountain adventure, science and U.S. history that works well for student...

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10Dec

Human Rights Month: Top U.S. Civil Rights Sites for Student Learning

Human Rights Month is an important time for students to examine the people and events that shaped the Civil Rights Movement. Several U.S. destinations offer powerful, curriculum-aligned learning experiences. These museums and historic sites help students connect classroom lessons to real stories of courage, activism and resilience. The Rosa Parks Museum — Montgomery, Alabama Rosa Parks The Rosa Parks Museum is located on the site where Parks was arrested in 1955. Students learn about her role in the Montgomery Bus...

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