TIPS & IDEAS

5 Things to Remember As the New School Year Begins
It’s hard to believe the summer is almost over. Like so many seasons in life, it came and went in the blink of an eye. Now educators across the country are getting ready for another school year, and there is plenty of work to be done. The first few weeks of school are...

Travel With Purpose: How Voluntourism Enriches Student Experiences
A new trend in travel is voluntourism, a form of travel where individuals combine their passion for travel with a desire to contribute to a cause or community through volunteer work. Voluntourism, also known as a service trip, allows for a deeper connection to a...

Choosing a Safe Motorcoach With ESCOT Bus Lines
When it comes to student group travel, motorcoaches offer a budget-friendly, flexible, and efficient way to hit the road. But not all motorcoach companies are created equal. Whether you’re working with a seasoned tour operator or planning a trip on your own, the...

The Future of Student Travel: Trends, Destinations and Opportunities
The student travel industry is undergoing a renewed energy, shaped by new trends, emerging destinations, and a pent-up enthusiasm for exploration. Between the 2023 Student Travel Business Barometer and discussions among industry experts at the annual SYTA Conference,...

Because Stories Sell: Enhance Your Student Travel Experience with Group Travel Videos
Picture this: You are hosting a parent meeting to introduce the upcoming class trip. As you discuss the exciting itinerary, a video plays in the background—a storytelling masterpiece capturing highlights from last year’s trip. Familiar faces flash on the screen,...

Using AI For Student Travel
Recently, I attended a workshop on using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to plan and implement festivals and events. The facilitator asked the festival directors to highlight a challenge that they faced. One event planner shared that their town officials wanted to charge...