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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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Traveling with ASD students
Helpful Tips for Traveling with ASD Students

Helpful Tips for Trip Planners and Parents It is estimated that there are roughly 256,000 students with ASD in America’s high schools.  In many cases, these students require extra support or accommodations to help them maximize their educational experience – and that includes travel.  But traveling with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) students can be daunting, […]

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7 Smart Ways to Save When You Plan a Class Trip

Student travel is a fantastic way to give students a taste of the world around them.  But it usually comes with a hefty price tag- especially now!  However, there are some really smart ways to save when you plan a class trip.  And they just might help give every student a chance to experience travel! […]

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let a student trip planner be your expert GPS
Let A Student Trip Planner Be Your Expert GPS

You Have Enough to Do…Let A Student Trip Planner Be Your Expert GPS As a former teacher, I get it.  Teachers and directors are under daily pressure to meet the needs of students, the administration, and the community.  You bring your “A” game every day to ensure your students have every opportunity to succeed – […]

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student choirs can perform at hearts and hopes of heroes
Student Choirs Can Perform in Hearts and Hopes of Heroes

Veteran’s Day is a time to proudly remember those who have served our nation.  Students across the country pay tribute to the men and women in uniform by marching in parades, hosting breakfasts, and playing concerts.  Now student choirs can perform in Hearts and Hopes of Heroes – a patriotic mass choir event in Branson […]

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plan a 2025 Disney performance trip
5 Things You Need to Know Right Now About Your Disney Group Trip

As student group travel returns in force to Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, expect some changes. The parks have not been immune to the staff shortages and other pandemic fallout we see at our favorite restaurants and attractions.  As a result, how you plan your Disney group trip may look a little different than […]

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