Excitement levels for this snow season have been bigger than ever due to missed snow trips over the last couple of years, and huge early snow dumps saw some resorts open their doors early. Our travelling groups took advantage of pristine conditions and bluebird days, setting the tone for the season ahead! If you and…
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We’re delighted to be able to give teachers and students the opportunity to attend Rhapsody Rotorua in New Zealand next year. The international youth music festival brings together budding musicians to learn, perform and grow during a week of experiential learning and fun! Students develop their musical skills and repertoire, connect with like-minded peers and…
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A place of wonder and whimsy, the Northern Territory offers an array of inspiring and educational experiences for students to engage in, many of which are built around strong links with the Australian Curriculum including Humanities and Social Science, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Histories and Culture, Science and Sustainability. With the excellent news that…
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Are you looking to maximise your students’ performance opportunities and expose them to an international music experience like no other? Look no further than the popular Bratislava and Summa Cum Laude (SCL) International Youth Music Festivals. Just a short 70-kilometre commute from one festival to the other combined with deep musical and cultural opportunities in…
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Far beyond the classroom walls, you’ll find a thriving music culture that will inspire and excite your students, fuelling their artistic passion and zeal for performing. An international music tour packs a significant punch in terms of student development, providing opportunities for personal and social growth in addition to the musical and performance development one…
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Travel to Vienna with WorldStrides for the annual Summa Cum Laude Youth Music Festival, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for music students in a choir, band or orchestra. All groups will have the opportunity to perform on the glittering stage of the hallowed Musikverein in Vienna, among other prestigious venues. The festival offers a truly international environment…
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A crucial part of the preparation for any school trip is packing. Before you embark on your adventure, you want to be sure you’ve got everything you need, while at the same time only what you need. Packing can be deconstructed as an exact science and the best way to approach it is methodical. You need…
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It’s hard to ignore the rising tide of conversations, news stories and media coverage around the topic of climate change in Australia right now. From the devastation caused by bushfires, earthquakes and floods, we can no longer ignore the issues at hand. At an individual and community level, there are endless steps we can take…
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All roads lead to Rome, right? Rome, the ‘Eternal City’, brims with ancient history, from the Colosseum to the majestic Vatican City and Sistine Chapel. Because of its history, art, architecture, and beauty – and perhaps its gelato and pasta! – Rome is one of our most popular destinations for school groups. Here are 13 interesting facts about…
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The Northern Territory and Central Australia are one of our most popular destinations for school groups and it’s no surprise why. From exploring the most diverse landscapes in the country to being immersed in local First Nations communities, there’s so much to love about this magical slice of Australia. This handy travel guide designed specifically for…
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