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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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Caterham Prep School Trip to France
Customer Experiences, Trip Inspiration, Destinations, Case Studies • 5 Mins Read

Caterham Prep School wanted to share their experiences on their enriching school trip to France. Learn all about their adventure with WST Travel here.

How Educational Travel Can Help Your Students Develop Confidence And Character
Customer Experiences, Learning Outcomes, Trip Inspiration • 8 Mins Read

How educational trips provide unique opportunities to practice key life skills independently in the real world.

Student attainment and Ofsted
Learning Outcomes, Trip Planning, Group leader support • 3 Mins Read

Learn how school trips can improve Ofsted ratings and student attainment.

What to Expect from a Fully Guided Normandy D-Day Battlefield Tour
Destinations, Learning Outcomes, Trip Inspiration • 6 Mins Read

Find out what to expect from a fully guided D-Day Normandy school trip with Anglia Tours.

D-Day 80th Anniversary Teaching Resources
Learning Outcomes, Latest News • 6 Mins Read

Find teaching resources, events, and information for engaging and informative learning around the D-Day 80 commemorations this June.

Boost Your Students’ Life Skills And Personal Development
Customer Experiences, Learning Outcomes, Trip Inspiration • 5 Mins Read

Educational travel helps equip students with essential life skills, an important part of their development and education. Find out how here.

Meet the Professionals
Events • 4 Mins Read

Professionals from Disneyland®Paris recently filmed their profiles for the next Study Experiences seminars.

“It was just made so easy” - Woodlands School chat about our Disneyland Paris Netball Festival
Case Studies, Customer Experiences • 8 Mins Read

We spoke to Woodlands School about their experience at Disneyland Paris Netball Festival. Keep reading to find out more.

How Shiplake College fell in love with our Disneyland® Paris Netball Festival
Destinations, Case Studies, Customer Experiences, Trip Inspiration • 3 Mins Read

Shiplake College spoke to us about taking a netball tour for the first time

Top Moments From Our Disneyland Paris Netball Festival with Elite Netball
Destinations, Case Studies, Events, Trip Inspiration • 6 Mins Read

In partnership with Elite Netball Academy, the 2024 Festival was better than ever, with countless highlights captured throughout the event. See them here.

Benefits Of A School Trip To France
Destinations, Trip Inspiration, Subjects • 6 Mins Read

Thinking of going to France for a school trip? Explore reasons to visit France on a school trip, from cultural immersion to language learning to delicious cuisine.

Immersive Curriculum-Linked Trips For Schools And Colleges
Customer Experiences, Learning Outcomes, Trip Planning • 8 Mins Read

Our educational trips are designed to enhance learning and link to the relevant curriculum. Find out about our selection of curriculum-linked trips.

The Real Difference Between Fully Guided And Non-Guided History Tours
Trip Planning, Learning Outcomes, Group leader support • 8 Mins Read

We tackle four differences between fully guided vs non guided history tours, as well as what you should consider before choosing your next school trip.

How are Geysers formed?
Destinations, Trip Inspiration • 6 Mins Read

Before you embark on your next school trip to Iceland, take a look at our brilliant WST teaching resources explaining how geysers are formed.

Ten amazing facts about Iceland
Destinations, Group leader support • 6 Mins Read

Planning a school trip to Iceland? Here are ten amazing facts about Iceland to teach your class before a WST school trip!

What to expect when visiting Geneva
Destinations, Group leader support • 5 Mins Read

With WST's handy school trip guide, find out all you need to know for a school tour to Geneva, Switzerland. Learn more today with WST.

Studying the Cold War on a School Trip to Berlin
Destinations, Subjects, Trip Inspiration • 8 Mins Read

A trip to Berlin to learn about the Cold War is the perfect way to get your pupils engaged with modern world history.

What Are The Best Free Things to Do in London?
Destinations, Trip Inspiration, Trip Planning • 6 Mins Read

Those on the lookout for free things to do in London during their spare time won’t be stuck for choice with WST. Take a look at our cost-free options!

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.

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.