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At Next Generation Travel, we believe that learning should know no boundaries. We are passionate about providing unique and enriching educational travel experiences that inspire.

Our blog is your gateway to a world of adventure, where we share captivating stories, insightful tips, and expert guidance to help you make the most of your educational travel adventures.

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What Should A Teacher Take On A School Trip?

As the experts in school trip organisation, our team at Next Generation Travel has put together a full list of things to bring on a field trip.

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What Can I Expect from a School Trip to the USA?
Destinations, Group leader support • 10 Mins Read

Find out all you need to know for a school trip to the USA, from knowing the transport routes, to restaurant etiquette with WST's handy school tour guide.

How Technology Can Transform Your School Trip
Group leader support, Trip Inspiration • 5 Mins Read

From e-readers to tablets, technology is perfect for your students and school trip. Find out how you can use technology to benefit your school tour today.

Things To Do On a School Trip to the Opal Coast
Destinations, Group leader support, Trip Inspiration • 5 Mins Read

Students will enjoy spending time on French beaches, as the Opal Coast has a number of beautiful sandy locations perfect for relaxing. Discover with WST.

The History Behind New York's Must-Visit Attractions
Destinations, Trip Inspiration • 6 Mins Read

New York City is full of rich history for school history trips. Learn all about the top attractions to see and the history behind them. Read more here!

What Are The Benefits of School Enrichment Trips?
Destinations, Trip Inspiration • 5 Mins Read

Get pupils away from their desks and allow them to explore a whole range of enriching places. Find out how enriching school trips can benefit your students.

Free Things to Do on a School Trip to Berlin
Destinations, Trip Inspiration • 6 Mins Read

WST's list of free things to do in Berlin is here to help both students and teachers navigate Berlin’s rich culture. Read more for recommendations!

Verulam School in New York
Case Studies, Customer Experiences • 5 Mins Read

Hear from one of our group leaders who detail their school trip experience to New York after travelling with WST Travel.

What Are The Best Things to Do on a Loire Valley French Trip?
Destinations, Trip Inspiration, Subjects • 7 Mins Read

Immerse your class into French culture with a French language school trip to the Loire Valley. Learn what the popular region can offer your pupils today.

How to Make the Most of a School Trip to London
Destinations, Subjects, Trip Inspiration • 8 Mins Read

Make the most of what the capital has to offer by taking your students on an incredible school trip to London. Learn how with WST Travel.

Why Climate Education Must Go Beyond The Classroom
Events, Trip Inspiration, Learning Outcomes • 7 Mins Read

When the earth is changing faster than ever before, climate action and education is consistently at the top of the agenda for many of us.

What are The Best Free Things to Do in New York?
Destinations, Trip Inspiration • 6 Mins Read

If you’re heading on a school trip to New York, look no further for inspiration for free things to do, than our handy guide! Read more with WST.

What Are The Benefits of MFL Trips to Europe?
Subjects, Group leader support • 8 Mins Read

Learn about the top benefits of European Study Tours for Language students. From embracing the local culture to improving language skills. Read more here!

A School Trip to the City of Seville
Destinations, Customer Experiences, Trip Inspiration, Trip Planning, Case Studies • 4 Mins Read

Get a first hand account of the sights and experiences of a WST school trip to Seville, Spain with St George's School Edgbaston. Read more here.

Rediscovering Rhineland for German Language School Groups
Destinations, Trip Inspiration • 8 Mins Read

Looking for a fantastic German language school trip? Although many teachers overlook this stunning region, Rhineland boasts numerous learning opportunities.

10 Unknown Facts about London West End Theatre
Destinations, Trip Inspiration • 5 Mins Read

Think you knew all about London West End Theatre? Read our WST 10 unknown facts about London West End theatre now!

New Details Revealed - UK Football Festival 2024
Latest News, Events • 5 Mins Read

We're excited to share new details about our exclusive 3-Day Football Festival in partnership with Aston Villa Foundation, taking place May 2024!

What Are The Best Places to Visit on a School Trip to Rome?
Destinations, Trip Inspiration, Trip Planning • 4 Mins Read

Rome wasn't built in a day and certainly can't be seen in a day. Discover what magnificent sights are a must see on your school trip to Italy with WST Travel.

Spanish Masterclass: How to inspire your students
Group leader support, Learning Outcomes • 4 Mins Read

In this blog post, we have listed ideas for potential resources to inspire Spanish language students. View now!

Question Time with a Busy Educational Visits Co-ordinator
Customer Experiences, Trip Planning, Case Studies • 8 Mins Read

Find out just what it takes to be an Educational Visits Coordinator with the fantastic Q&A by WST Travel and The Blue Coat School. Read more here.

Alternative Destinations For French Language Trips
Destinations, Trip Inspiration, Subjects • 3 Mins Read

Go further afield on your French school trip, with destinations such as Geneva and Loire Valley. Explore alternative French language trips today!