The Work
Once we have an itinerary that suits your needs, we do the rest of the work (this seems to be the part of our programs that teachers like best). In the early stages, we are happy to come speak to students and parents at school to get them on board and hear what they hope to get out of the trip. We manage all the paperwork, issuing and collecting applications and tour fees so that participating teachers never have to see a bit of it. Further, we handle all communications with the host schools and host families, and we make sure the students, parents and teachers are kept up to date on all the developments. We handle the meetings, make all the reservations and bookings, send the letters, make the calls, and answer the mail.
Shortly before each trip we hold a detailed orientation for all students, parents, teachers and chaperones involved. We make sure that everyone is fully prepared, completely informed, comfortable about the trip and excited about what's ahead.
Once the trip is underway, we go into high gear. We are with the group 24/7, every step of the way. Our coordinators carry the tickets and the passports, set meeting times and places, make sure we get our trains and buses on time, ensure that everyone is fed and rested, keep the folks back home informed of our progress, and generally see to it that the group is safe and where they need to be.
Your job? Parents and students alike are most at ease when their teacher is on the trip. And we find most teachers are eager to tag along as well; or even lead. And of course, the occasional help counting heads in the train station or passing out room keys is always appreciated. To this end, teachers with their students travel for free on our programs. Contact us, and let us tell you all about it.