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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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Long-Haul Flight Hacks
Group leader support, Trip Planning • 5 Mins Read

The long-haul flight can often feel like an annoying (but necessary) part of your trip. However, there are some easy hacks that can help.

Overcoming the Challenges of Teaching Lighting & Sound Design
Events, Group leader support, Trip Inspiration, Subjects • 7 Mins Read

Exam boards offer official learning resources and course outlines for students and teachers, but there are other places to find useful information.

A Hundred Years After the Armistice
Events, Guides Blog, Subjects • 8 Mins Read

A two-minute silence at 11am will be familiar to us all, but the origin of this most habitual act of remembrance is probably not so familiar.

How Sports Can Help Students With Their Mental Health
Events, Trip Inspiration, Latest News • 5 Mins Read

It’s clear that now is the time to fight the stigma surrounding mental health. One way this can be done is by encouraging participation in sport.

4 Events to Plan Your Trip to London Around
Events, Trip Inspiration • 2 Mins Read

If you’re planning a study trip to London and want to enjoy one of the numerous world-famous events the city has to offer, here a few to choose from.

A First Time Trip to Paris
Destinations, Customer Experiences, Case Studies • 8 Mins Read

Find out how Boclair Academy in Bearsden experienced the French capital on their school trip to Paris with WST Travel.

Why Keele University is a MUST for Environmental Education
Events, Learning Outcomes • 4 Mins Read

For those in the study fields of climate change, the environment and sustainability, Keele University is top of the list of UK-based institutions.

Interviewing Choreographer Ellen Kane
Case Studies, Events • 8 Mins Read

We spoke with Ellen Kane, co-choreographer for the stage musical and lead choreographer for the screen adaptation of Matilda The Musical.

Northwich Sapphires Netball Trip to Disneyland Paris
Customer Experiences, Destinations, Case Studies • 5 Mins Read

Northwich Sapphires joined us for the Easter 2022 Netball Festival at Disneyland Paris. Find out more about their trip highlights.

Tips For Organising School Trips
Trip Planning, Group leader support • 4 Mins Read

Taking a group of children out of school may seem daunting, so how do you make sure your trip is a successful one? Here are our top tips.

The Benefits of Team Sports
Learning Outcomes, Trip Inspiration • 3 Mins Read

Read on to find out why it’s important to encourage young people to get into team sports and reap the physical and mental benefits.

Our Partnership To Support Local Schools
Latest News, Partners • 2 Mins Read

Working in partnership with the Cambridgeshire Branch of the Western Front Association we offered to match their grant to Cambourne Village College...

What Should A Teacher Take On A School Trip?
Group leader support, Trip Planning • 3 Mins Read

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.

A study in architecture: Renderings show the changing face of New York by 2036
Latest News, Destinations • 5 Mins Read

In the already overcrowded Big Apple, the real architectural challenge is making the most of small or disused spaces.

Alain Chissel Wins ADC Award
Latest News, Guides Blog • 2 Mins Read

The award was presented at the Guild of Battlefield Guide’s AGM in front of a host of luminaries from the academic and guiding world.

Why Is Extra Curricular Sport Important?
Learning Outcomes, Subjects, Group leader support • 3 Mins Read

There's so many reasons why participation in extra curricular sport is important, but here's a few of the top points to consider when trip planning.

Outdoor Learning – Outcomes for Children & Young People
Learning Outcomes • 2 Mins Read

Our Learning Outcomes Mind Map highlights where learning outside the classroom can prove an effective means of achieving educational aims...

Free History Teaching Resources
Learning Outcomes, Group leader support • 4 Mins Read

This unique resource is available free of charge to all schools who book a Surgery & Treatment tour with Anglia.

New Commonwealth War Graves visitor centre gives schools a ‘fascinating insight’ into remembrance
Destinations, Partners, Trip Inspiration, Trip Planning • 7 Mins Read

School groups are being encouraged to visit the new Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) Visitor Centre.

Top 7 Visits For History Students In Berlin
Destinations, Learning Outcomes, Subjects • 6 Mins Read

Take a look at our top recommended educational history visits for your next trip to Berlin.