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Everything You Need to Know About School Travel in 2024/25 (so far...)

Our experts take you through the key things you need to be aware of if you're travelling abroad this year.

24 Aug 2020

Why Perform Outdoors On Your Next School Music Tour?

Outdoor venues offer a very different kind of performance experience, thanks to the audience and atmosphere usually being more relaxed than in some indoor settings.

12 Aug 2020

Swap Your Poles for Paddles This Year!

Swap your poles for paddles this year! If you've missed out on a ski trip this winter, why not consider a watersports tour next summer to make up for it?

28 Apr 2020

5 Interesting Facts for Your School Trip to Paris

Laura Martin, one of our experienced Tour Advisers has visited Paris several times and knows the city well. Here are her top 5 most interesting facts about the city that you need to know before you travel there on your school trip.

15 Apr 2020

What Does Toronto Offer for School Trips?

What does Toronto offer for school trips? That's exactly what Laura, Head of Educational Tours here at Halsbury, went to find out!

26 Mar 2020

Spotlight on...Cricket in India!

If you’re looking for an unforgettable school cricket tour, it’s pretty hard to beat India. The sport is part of the culture here and your students will love the experience of exploring this fascinating country through a shared passion for the sport...

24 Mar 2020

Top 5 Venues for Chamber Music

Do you perform chamber music and are struggling to decide which venues or destinations would best suit your ensemble? Here Delphine, Head of Music Tours here at Halsbury, takes us through her top 5 venues for chamber music.

17 Mar 2020

5 Interesting Facts for Your School Trip to Seville!

James Wylie is one of our most experienced Itinerary Coordinators and has been to many of our destinations. Here he tells us five interesting facts about one of his favourite school trip destinations - Seville!

10 Mar 2020

Spotlight on...Hockey in the Netherlands!

The Netherlands is one of the most popular destinations for school hockey tours. But what makes this the perfect choice for your next tour?

06 Mar 2020

Delphine's Top 5 Venues for...Orchestras!

Thinking about taking your orchestra on a music tour abroad? Here are Delphine's 5 top venues for you to perform in!

05 Mar 2020

Top Tips for Your First School Ski Trip

Gary Taylor, Ski Trip Leader for Coombe Boys’ and Girls’ Schools, tells us his top tips for first time Ski Trip Leaders.

02 Mar 2020

Raising Money For Sport Relief - 5 Ideas

Here are just a few ideas to help you and your students raise lots of money for Sport Relief!

27 Feb 2020

What To Look For in a School Ski Trip

Tips and advice on what to look for from a resort and school ski trip provider from an experienced party leader.

25 Feb 2020

Easy Costume Ideas for World Book Day

Still not got your costume sorted for World Book Day? Here are some quick and easy ideas!

25 Feb 2020

Miriam's Trip to Krakow

Miriam, our Hotel Reservations Manager, has just returned from a visit to Krakow, where she inspected the hotels we work with in the city.

20 Feb 2020

Carnival Week in Cologne!

Today marks the start of carnival week in Cologne and, if you’ve not been before, it’s an experience not to be missed!