1941. What the Dickens? A School Trip to London for English Students
February 08, 2018
The writings of Charles Dickens have a justifiably important place in the English curriculum. Educational visits which include a trip to the house in which he lived and worked will be a useful tool for breathing life into his words for modern pupils. The Charles Dickens Museum, in London’s literary ...
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1942. Make Paris Your Classroom and Your Catwalk on a Residential Trip
February 08, 2018
I find that a residential trip to Paris is never a hard sell to teachers or students, but for fashion and textile students this is not just a lovely trip abroad to a fascinating European capital, it is a pilgrimage to the birthplace of fashion itself.
The History of Clothing in Paris
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1943. Introduce Your Students to Animal Conservation in India
February 08, 2018
Nothing will bring the plight of some of the world’s most beautiful and endangered creatures into sharper focus for your students than a residential trip to the national parks of southern India. Your class will actually see animals such as tigers and elephants in the wild as local experts explain to...
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1944. Geography Done Right in the Isle of Wight
February 08, 2018
All teachers know that a residential trip of any kind is about taking a subject off the page of a text book and presenting it in a ‘real world’ environment. There are few subjects that benefit from this ‘real world’ approach quite as much as geography. Your students may have learnt about wave erosio...
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1945. A Spanish School Trip to the City of Arts and Sciences
February 08, 2018
Whether your students are budding scientists, engineers or performance artists, the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia, Spain, will have something to keep them all enthralled on a residential trip to the city. Set in the dry river bed of the diverted Turia River, the stunning work of l...
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1946. Visiting Venice? Brush Up on Your Gondola Knowledge
February 07, 2018
For anyone who loves river cruises, Italy provides the perfect backdrop for discovering this beautiful country by waterway. And nowhere is this more true than in the watery city of Venice. The sleek black gondolas are as iconic a sight in Venice as St Mark’s Basilica or the Doge’s Palace. W...
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1947. The Most Romantic Destinations for a Canal Barge Holiday
February 07, 2018
Imagine exploring the beautiful sights of Europe this Valentine’s Day without having to share them with the crowds. Could anything be more romantic than winding your way along the Seine or the Grand Canal on board a luxury barge with the one you love? If you’re looking to do something special this y...
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1948. Venice’s Naval Museum: The Perfect Pick for Boat Lovers
February 07, 2018
For those looking to explore Europe on one of the excellent river cruises, Italy opens up a wealth of possibilities. But it's not just about coasting down a river with a glass of fine wine in your hand – although there is certainly a lot of that! Because as well as providing a luxurious and truly re...
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1949. Discover Byron's Po at Villa Ca'Zen
February 07, 2018
River cruising is one of the most immersive and relaxing ways to explore a destination, and the tranquil waterways of Europe offer a plethora of opportunities to enjoy this much-loved mode of slow travel. In Italy, the Po River flows 650km through the north of the country and provides the perfect se...
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1950. A Backpacker's Dream: Venezuela's Lost World
February 06, 2018
Venezuela’s Gran Sabana region is, according to the myths and legends of the native Pemon Indians, dotted with Gods, spirits and devils. Trekking through this wild, lush region is not for the faint of heart as the difficult hikes take you over some of the oldest rock formations in the world. You’ll ...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
