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Student STEM trips customized to meet your group's educational needs.
The experience is unforgettable!
At Educational Destinations, each STEM trip is custom-designed to meet your group's wishes. We take care of every detail, so you can focus on your students learning while traveling on your dream trip. Leave the travel planning, logistics and on-site trip management to us! ED is led by accomplished educators that anticipate needs to deliver memorable experiences. Here are just a few of our most popular locations for STEM Trips:
Space STEM Trips (Hot)
Explore the space shuttle Endeavour and participate in guided STEM labs that cover propulsion, navigation and space innovation. These experiences not only meet academic standards but also motivate students to consider careers in aerospace and science.
Learn More Get a QuoteAtlanta
After staring into the Mouth of a Tyrannosaurus Rex, your students will enjoy Atlanta as this colorful metropolis is full of activities, sights and sounds to accompany your STEM trip.
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Get hands-on with science, technology and engineering in interactive workshops at the MIT Museum, participate in a gallery hunt at the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology or explore EcoTarium’s vast 55-acre grounds and captivating museum
Learn More Get a QuoteChicago
Experience one-of-a-kind Learning Labs, enjoy hands-on, minds-on activities and explore mind-blowing facts about the Universe at Adler Planetarium, or be a part of an amputation demonstration at the International Museum of Surgical Science
Learn More Get a QuoteCentral Florida
Train like an astronaut at the Kennedy Space Center, engage in hands-on STEM learning through Discovery Labs at Orlando Science Center or learn about Clearwater Bay and all of its inhabitants by conducting field activities aboard a boat with Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Learn More Get a QuoteColumbus
Your students can experience the Center of Science and Industry (COSI), where interactive exhibits and hands-on experiments make learning engaging and fun. The Ohio State University innovative research labs and the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens provide unique insights into environmental science and cutting-edge technology.
Learn More Get a QuoteDallas/Forth
Get hands-on with interactive workshops featuring science and engineering. Enjoy 11 state-of-the-art permanent exhibit halls as you explore at Perot Museum of Nature and Science, or take part in a real-world engineering First Lego League Team.
Learn More Get a QuoteDayton
Experience the hundreds of interactive exhibits at the Great Lakes Science Center, conduct hands-on experiments related to the science of drug action at the Center of Science and Industry or learn basic coding and programming concepts in robotics education at Boonshoft Museum of Discovery,
Learn More Get a QuoteGermany
Learn about EnergieWerk Hofgut Sternen, The Black Forest Village which runs on renewable energy, do a climbing wall on the side of an actual former nuclear cooling tower at Wunderland Kalkar or participate in a hands-on activity at a Physics Education Research facility at CERN
Learn More Get a QuoteHouston
Experience the renowned Space Center Houston, where students can learn about space exploration and interact with real astronauts. Additionally, the Houston Museum of Natural Science and the Children's Museum of Houston provide interactive exhibits and hands-on activities that make learning fun and engaging.
Learn More Get a QuoteHunstville
Explore the U.S. Space & Rocket Center or interact with the state-of-the-art HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology. Huntsville STEM trips provide students with hands-on learning experiences that bring classroom concepts to life, fostering a deeper understanding and passion for STEM fields
Learn More Get a QuoteIndianapolis
Build motorized machines, catapults and buildings out of Legos, come face to face with full-size dinosaur skeleton, or explore the work of real scientists like hydrologists, naturalists and geologists
Learn More Get a QuoteLondon
Learn about the world of secret drawings, codes and hidden messages at Bletchley Park, participate in a hands-on introduction to computing history at the National Museum of Computing, or learn how science and technology are used in the British campaign for the America’s Cup.
Learn More Get a QuoteMiami
Explore the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, where students can experience interactive exhibits and participate in educational programs. The Miami Seaquarium provides insights into marine biology and oceanography, while the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden offers unique opportunities to study botany and environmental science.
Learn More Get a QuoteNashville
Have your students participate in science and technology labs, classes emphasizing hands-on interactive learning experiences or try to locate the queen bee or view the SkyLase laser light show at Adventure Science Center.
Learn More Get a QuoteNew York City
Master new skills in the Liberty Science Center's Tech & Design Studio or MakerLab, discover all the secrets at the New York Aquarium in a STEM Goes Wild! Class or collaborate to engineer machines to solve problems at the New York Hall of Science,
Learn More Get a QuoteOrlando
Explore real-world science, technology, engineering and math at premier educational venues like the Kennedy Space Center Space Trek program through Atlantis Educational Services, where students can simulate astronaut training and engage in mission-based STEM challenges. At Disney Imagination Campus, students dive into workshops that explore robotics, theme park design and applied physics, all taught through the lens of innovation and creativity.
Learn More Get a QuotePhiladelphia
Become detectives and examine skeletal remains, explore the Heart of the Franklin Institute, or take lessons that have been developed to meet Educational Standards, including Pennsylvania State Standards and the Next Generation Science Standards.
Learn More Get a QuoteSt. Louis
Discover the many surprising ways energy exists in our world at the St. Louis Science Center, participate in the Great Rocket Design Challenge and the Wind Turbine Design Challenge at the Challenger Learning Center, or explore exhibits and education on marine life and preservation at the World Aquarium.
Learn More Get a QuoteSan Francisco
Encourage your students to participate in Mission Science Workshops that align with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and include; building electromagnet speakers; assembling animal bone puzzles to discover animal locomotion systems; dissecting squid and constructing fan-powered circuit cars. Learn Imagineering: Audio-Animatronics® and Robotics at the Walt Disney Family Museum.
Learn More Get a QuoteSeattle
Known for its thriving tech industry and cutting-edge research institutions, Seattle offers a variety of enriching STEM experiences. Visit the Pacific Science Center, where interactive exhibits and live demonstrations make complex concepts accessible and engaging. The Museum of Flight provides a deep dive into aerospace technology and history, while the Seattle Aquarium offers insights into marine biology and environmental science.
Learn More Get a QuoteTampa
Explore the Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI), where interactive exhibits and immersive workshops make learning both fun and impactful. Students can also delve into marine biology at the Florida Aquarium, with its diverse aquatic exhibits and educational programs. Additionally, the Glazer Children's Museum provides innovative STEM-focused activities designed to inspire creativity and critical thinking.
Learn More Get a QuoteSwitzerland
Have your students build their own machines at an inventor's workshop at Swiss Science Center Technorama, discover the mysteries of our universe at the European Organization for Nuclear Research or participate in engaging workshops at the History of Science Museum.
Learn More Get a QuoteToronto
Get a view into stunt action using physics in this unique S.T.E.A.M. workshop at Fast Motion Studios, witness the power of electricity with shocking demonstrations or test drive robotics, rovers and revolutionary sci-fi inspired tech at the Ontario Science Centre.
Learn More Get a QuoteVancouver
Learn the clues scientists look for when studying chemical reactions as they witness color changes, foaming elephant’s toothpaste and the explosive finale at Science World. Learn about Vancouver’s shrinking footprint and how the city has the lowest per capita Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions of any major city in North America or explore physics while participating in a daring ropes adventure in the treetops of Grouse Mountain.
Learn More Get a QuoteWashington, D.C.
Learn about droughts, sea levels, glaciers and ice caps through an interactive Earth Lab exhibit at the National Academy of Sciences, explore the National Geographic Museum rotating exhibitions or learn about sustainable farming techniques at the University of the District of Columbia.
Learn More Get a QuoteWichita
Examine a 3-D printed object and design it using TinkerCad, discover dinosaurs and Ancient Egyptians at Museum of World Treasures or participate in workshops and labs at Kansas Aviation Museum, Educational Destinations will make your Wichita STEM trip rewarding and memorable.
Learn More Get a QuoteView our Top 10 student STEM trips.
Led by passionate, award-winning educators, Educational Destinations has become the choice for customized student group travel.
The Trip Account app is offered to our groups as they travel.
Included in your trip, group leaders, staff, chaperones and travelers will use the information packed, versatile Trip Account App during their travels.
Powerful Director Tools
Interactive Checklists, Pop Up Communications, Emergency Notifications.
Tools for all travelers
Live Itineraries, Group Messaging, Photo Gallery and much more.
Everything you need for your next trip.
The Trip Account app is available for iPhone and Android.
See our difference
It’s no surprise that Educational Destinations sets and exceeds student travel standards. We aim to provide the best service, communication, experience and safety for all of our groups. When researching for your travel provider, please download this PDF checklist HERE to ensure that your group is taking advantage of all of the essential building blocks of a successful, safe, and FUN trip! If you have questions or are ready to get started on your next trip, please call 800.616.1112 or request your customized quote.
Custom Designed Trips
ED will create a custom designed trip for your group that is shaped by your priorities, goals and wishes, and powered by your passions. ED is committed to listening and working one-on-one with you to build the perfect trip for your students. There are no stock trips here - just your trip.
Group Travel Specialists
Led by award-winning teachers, ED exceeds the needs and expectations of students, teaching staff, parents and administrators. ED anticipates group needs and delivers group wishes, without surprises or hidden costs. Our experience and expertise enable us to bring the best quality trips, events, experiences and opportunities to your group.
All-Inclusive Price
ED’s custom trips are cost-effective and inclusive, without hidden costs – a great value for your travelers. Charter coaches, flights, hotels, meals, sightseeing, events, taxes and gratuities are covered for each traveler. A 24/7 Emergency Contact System is included for each traveling group.
Cutting Edge Technology
Through ED's parent company, ED is the only student travel company providing Trip Account, an internet-based program that provides you a complete trip resource center 24 hours a day. Also included in your trip is the Trip Account App: Educators, group leaders, staff, chaperones and travelers will use the information packed, versatile Trip Account App during their travels.
Personal Tour Director
A signature feature of every trip is the ED Tour Director, always right by the teacher’s side, managing all travel aspects of your trip: transportation, events, meals, lodging, tickets and more. Our TD’s training and management skills let the teacher focus on the students and education.
Safety is Priority #1
ED is pro-active on safety, sending the Tour Director World Aware® alerts, sharing best practices in travel safety, emergency procedures and travel hints with chaperones and staff, ensuring traveler accountability, monitoring vendor service/performance and tellng travelers of changes or emergencies with the Trip Account App.
Trusted Leader in Travel
ED is an active member of these respected travel suppliers and organizations: Walt Disney World & Disneyland, Universal Orlando, American Bus Association, National Tour Association, Student Youth Travel Association and more. View all ED’s partners and awards here.
Doing the right thing
ED is deeply committed to high quality educational group travel. We love what we do, and we work hard to do it better than everyone. Creating memorable performance trips that leave positive, life-changing impressions on your students and community is a privilege that we don’t take lightly. Please talk to us about your next trip.
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See why teachers are excited about Educational Destinations...
At Educational Destinations, each student trip is custom-designed to meet your group's wishes. We take care of every detail, so you can focus on your students learning while traveling on your dream trip. Leave the travel planning, logistics and on-site trip management to us! ED is led by accomplished educators that anticipate needs to deliver memorable experiences. We are with you every step of the way!


