In this issue of Teach & Travel magazine, explore the energy of New York City—plus why travel insurance is essential and a spotlight on performance festivals and venue guides.
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A Gateway to Western Massachusetts, Right on Campus
by Claire Chapin | February 17, 2026 | Destinations | 0 Comments
Located in the center of the beautiful UMass Amherst campus, Hotel UMass offers a comfortable and convenient stay that keeps guests closely connected to both university life and the character of Western Massachusetts. In addition to traditional hotel rooms, groups can...
Beyond The Classroom In Sevierville, Tennessee
by Claire Chapin | February 10, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Located in the foothills of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, many of Sevierville’s attractions offer fun, curriculum compliant opportunities to experience classroom concepts in a real-world environment. Great Smoky Mountains National Park The Great Smoky Mountains...
Traveling Off the Beaten Path
by Claire Chapin | February 10, 2026 | Destinations | 0 Comments
Robert Frost’s poem, “The Road Not Taken,” describes a person standing at a fork in the road unsure which path to take. The two roads symbolize the choices people must make. In the well-known poem, the speaker chooses the road less traveled, believing it made all the...
Broadway 2026: What Educators Should Know
by Claire Chapin | February 3, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Broadway is no longer just a destination for dazzling performances and standing ovations—it’s becoming an increasingly valuable extension of the classroom. As educators look ahead to 2026, Broadway offers new opportunities to connect curriculum with live theatre...
How Carnegie Hall Transformed Our Orchestra
by Claire Chapin | February 3, 2026 | Destinations | 0 Comments
Over the last decade, travel has moved from an occasional enrichment activity to a strategic pillar of the College Station High School Orchestra program. Among our tours, one experience consistently rises above the rest for students and parents: Performing at Carnegie...
The Empire State Building Observatory: An Experiential Classroom
by Claire Chapin | January 27, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
As it celebrates its 95th Anniversary, the Empire State Building – voted the #1 attraction in New York City by Tripadvisor travelers for four consecutive years – continues to evolve. For educators and student travel planners, what makes the experience especially...
The Gateway Arch and Mississippi River: A Journey of American Discovery
by Claire Chapin | January 27, 2026 | Destinations | 0 Comments
St. Louis's history is etched into its riverfront, leading to the unmistakable Gateway Arch. For any group organizer from educators to tour operators, the challenge is not merely to see the sights, but to connect their travelers with the story beneath the surface. How...
Branson, Missouri: Where Student Performers Shine
by Claire Chapin | January 20, 2026 | Destinations | 0 Comments
Branson, Missouri now officially possesses the title of the Live Performance Capital of Missouri, and for student performers, it offers an extraordinary stage on which to shine. Branson is a bursting hub of live entertainment, offering an exceptionally well-rounded...
A Musical Salute at Pearl Harbor
by Claire Chapin | January 20, 2026 | News | 0 Comments
On December 7th, The Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade and Ceremony, one student’s performance became part of a powerful collective tribute that bridged generations, history, and hope. Performing during the opening ceremony before more than 4,000 Americans—including...
Winter Broadway: A Smart Student Group Travel Pick
by Claire Chapin | January 13, 2026 | Destinations | 0 Comments
When it comes to planning a student group trip, Broadway is undoubtedly a smart choice. But there are smart picks…and then there are smart picks. Any Broadway show can offer an inspirational and educational experience: the thrill of live theatre, the artistry onstage,...