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My personal story: Heimaey 1973 to 2024.

Following the story of the Heimaey 1973 volcanic eruption In January 1973, I was a (very) young Geography teacher at my first school. 1973… this was the year that Skylab was launched, the year of...

Rayburn Tours, Time For Geography and leading universities announce major partnership project.

Rayburn Tours and Time for Geography have together announced a partnership project centred around Natural Hazards and the Eldfell, Heimaey 1973 volcanic eruption. Dr Rob Parker of Time for Geography...
Llanishen High School pose on the viewpoint with Sete Cidades behind them on a Geography Tour with Rayburn Tours.

“They’ll Remember This Forever” Llanishen High School’s Epic Azores Geography Tour

From ancient volcanoes to geothermal wonders, we got the scoop on an incredible Azorean adventure!
Students on a School Language Trip with Rayburn Tours visit the gardens of Real Alcazar.

How a School Language Trip Strengthens Linguistic Skills in Just 24 Hours

From breakfast to bed-time, our tours boost linguistic abilities like classroom learning never could.
Students walk by the side of the Stade de France pitch on a Rayburn Tours Sports Tour

Discover the Iconic Stade de France on Your School Sports Tour

Immerse your students at the home of French sport and legendary world sporting moments.
Boy playing football under blue skies.

4 European Championship 2024 Stadiums Your School Can Tour!

From FC Cologne to Borussia Dortmund, take your school sports tour to the next level!
Skiers on a ski lift with a slope in the background and skiers beneath them.

Discover 3 Classic Skiing Destinations & Their Cultures

The culture is the juicy middle of every ski destination and Italy, Canada, and France have it in abundance!

Ski-Fit – The Personality Behind the Skiing

The ski fit is so much more than trying on the right bits of gear, it’s a window into the world of skiing!

POV: Skiing for the First Time

Are you hitting the slopes for the first time? Wondering what to expect? Well this blog has all the answers!
First time Skiiers with a Ski instructor on the slopes of Bardonecchia in Italy

The Best of Bardonecchia: St Mark’s Ski Adventure!

From adrenaline-pumping slopes, to the fan-favourite Alpine Coaster and a whole lot of pizza!

We Passed with Flying Colours! Our STF & LOtC Renewal

We recently had our safety & trip quality accreditations renewed and we couldn't be happier!

Discover What Our Industry-Leading Accreditations Mean

ABTOT, ABTA, ATOL, STF, and the LOtC all showcase safety and quality within our school trips.