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Snowy adventures to remember: 2023 season wrap up

As the crisp winter air settled in, students from all over the country eagerly packed their bags and headed for the snowy peaks for their Snowsports tours. With last year’s fantastic start to the season in mind, expectations were high and Mother Nature did not disappoint. A winter wonderland unfolds The 2023 snow season kicked…

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Teacher Testimonial: A snow adventure to Hotham

Students and teachers from Trinity College in South Australia recently travelled to Victoria for the snowsports adventure of a lifetime! Here is what Program Leader Melanie had to say about the group’s experience… I cannot begin to express how incredibly delighted and satisfied our group was with the exceptional services provided by WorldStrides during our…

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Your Australia: Snowsports adventures at Mt Buller

Mt Buller is the most accessible major ski resort in Australia which makes it a very popular destination for school groups. Just an easy and scenic three hour drive north-east of Melbourne, the ski resort boasts the greatest amount of ski lifts than any other ski resort in Victoria, combined with 3000 hectares of skiing…

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Snowsports adventures in the Snowy Mountains

Kosciuszko National Park is home to Australia’s highest peak, Mount Kosciuszko which houses four ski resorts, including Perisher Valley and Thredbo. You’ll find the longest ski runs in Australia here as well as uncrowded cross-country skiing trails. With all that space comes a great deal of variety and both resorts provide students with a snow…

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Mt Buller day tour – Special offer from $185*

Don’t miss out on this snowsports special offer! Introduce your students to snowsports at an affordable price with a day tour to Mt Buller. Mt Buller is the most accessible major alpine resort in Australia and has a great mix of terrain for all skiers and boarders, from beginner to expert. Plus, with their superior…

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How to prepare for a snowsports adventure!

Heading off on a snowsports adventure this winter? Preparation is key, from knowing what to pack and wear to how you can look after your body while on the slopes, we’ve put together a list to ensure you and your students have the most successful snowsports experience ever! Lessons are essential On a WorldStrides tour,…

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Take a journey with us to Japan

Known for its abundance of dry snow and excellent terrain for learning, Myoko Kogen is the perfect place to take your students on a snowsports adventure. With 16 metres of snowfall this season, Myoko Kogen saw double the snowfall of popular resorts in the nearby Hakuba Valley and Nozawa Onsen. Boasting nine different ski resorts…

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October snowsports on New Zealand’s North Island

Sitting within a dual World Heritage Area, the snowy peaks of the legendary Mt Ruapehu, New Zealand’s most active volcano, is home to the longest ski season and largest ski areas in the country. The ski fields of Whakapapa and Turoa are ideal for school groups and offer world-class snow conditions all the way through…

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Hidden gems of the South Island, New Zealand

Look no further than New Zealand’s Lake Tekapo for immersive educational experiences and a vast array of adventure activities! Nestled beneath spectacular mountains, Lake Tekapo is the ideal base for students to learn to ski or improve their technique. By night, the area is an internationally renowned location for stargazing that’s part of the UNESCO…

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The added educational value of snow tours

A Snow Education program is an experience of a lifetime, where students are spellbound with feelings of adventure and exhilaration. They return to the school community with greater confidence in themselves, enhanced relationships and social skills, problem-solving skills and countless interesting insights – many of which have nothing to do with sports. Ask yourself: what…

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