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5 easy steps tips to get sponsorships for the school trip
5 Easy Steps to Get Sponsorships for the School Trip

Sponsorships for the School Trip As the cost of, well, everything, continues to skyrocket, we’re getting a little smarter with how we spend our hard-earned cash.  Our kids’ activities are not exempt from this pricing surge– and yet we don’t want to deny them opportunities just to save a buck.  The key is to think […]

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Best Tech for your student trip
Best Tech for Your Student Trip

We live in a world dominated by apps and easy access. We use technology to find our way around, order food, shop, entertain ourselves, organize schedules, etc. It makes our lives easier and so much more convenient. Travel is no exception. Technology can help make planning and executing your student trip simple and fun! Here […]

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Responsible Tourism
Responsible Tourism – 5 Ways to Respect Your Home Away From Home

Travel is awesome.  Exploring new places, meeting new friends, trying new things – it’s such a rush!  But as you indulge your wanderlust, remember that your adventure is someone else’s everyday life.  Practice responsible tourism and respect your home away from home! 1. Do Your Homework As part of your trip preparations, do your homework.  […]

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An Inspiring Patriotic Performance Experience - Hearts and Hopes of Heroes
An Inspiring Patriotic Performance Experience

Clear your calendars this November for a truly inspiring patriotic performance experience! Marine Captain Kirk Troen, Chief Warrant Officer Mike Smith, and the Animado Events team have joined forces to introduce   What is ‘Hearts and Hopes of Heroes’? Hearts and Hopes of Heroes is a heart-warming youth tribute honoring all veterans. Young people from […]

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it might be cheaper to go to Europe
It Might Be Cheaper to Go to Europe This Year

Every teacher or band director dreams of taking students to Europe for the ultimate learning experience.  But often the budget just won’t support an adventure abroad.  For those educational explorers with wanderlust in their hearts, here’s some FANTASTIC NEWS… If you’re planning student group travel (or any kind of travel), it might be cheaper to […]

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15 Awesome Anaheim Attractions for Teens
15 Awesome Anaheim Attractions for Teens

If you’re planning a class trip to Anaheim, you’re in for a treat.  In addition to being home to the “happiest place on earth,” there are a ton of top-notch things to do here.  Check out these 15 awesome Anaheim attractions for teens. 1. Adventure City This little park packs a big punch with 17 […]

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5 easy tips to get students to sign up for trips
5 Easy Tips to Get Students to Sign Up for Trips

You’re finally planning trips again.  You’re excited to leave the 4 walls of your classroom behind and have an epic learning adventure with your students.  You know exactly where you’re going, what you’ll be doing, and why it’s so AWESOME! You confidently post the sign-up sheet, convinced that you’ll be turning students away by the […]

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myrtle beach must dos
10 Myrtle Beach Must-Dos for Student Groups

Myrtle Beach is the perfect place for outdoor fun in the sun.  Student groups find adventure around every corner – and in some hidden places, too!  Here are ten of our favorite Myrtle Beach must-dos for student groups! 1. Huntington Beach State Park and Atalaya Castle This beautiful stretch of pristine beach and wide-open space […]

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8th grade grad party
An 8th Grade Grad Party That You’ll Caption Gradtastic

Plan a fiesta with the fishes that’s worthy of your best Insta caption. SeaWorld Orlando introduces Gradtastic – an 8th-grade grad party that’s fintastic!  Gradtastic at SeaWorld Orlando May 17, 2024 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM What is Gradtastic? Gradtastic is your chance to party like a VIP at SeaWorld Orlando.  The park is yours for […]

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big city safety tips
10 Big City Safety Tips for Student Groups

Traveling with students is always an adventure but traveling to a big city can pose some added challenges.  To reduce the risks, we’re sharing 10 big city safety tips for student groups! 1. Travel Lightly Chances are good that you’ll be doing lots of walking so travel lightly.  Take ONLY what you’ll need for the […]

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more to see in NYC
More to See in NYC

If you’re planning a student trip to NYC, you’re sure to have a few standard favorites on the itinerary: Broadway Times Square Empire State Building Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty You may even be planning stops at some fresh new venues like Little Island or Hudson Yards. What’s the Big Buzz Around Little […]

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Sustainable Student Travel
Sustainable Student Travel

Teaching Sustainability Through Travel Today’s students are so much more in tune with the environment than I ever was.  I’m still figuring out those blue bins… and I get an eye roll from my daughter when I’m confused by which items to compost, reuse, or recycle! I recently went to a baby shower during which […]

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