Rob Chambers: Iceland’s #1 Fan
St Ivo is a well-recognised (and well-loved) name within the Rayburn Tours team. Having run over 20 tours with us over the years, many have been at the hand of Mr Rob Chambers, Head of Geography,...
Rayburn Review – How to choose a repertoire for your tour
We recently sat down with Eleanor Harvey, our Concert Tours Operations Manager, to discuss how to choose an appropriate repertoire for a musical trip. Following her involvement in a number of...
Funny food idioms that will make you sound more French
For example… The expression ‘it’s raining cats and dogs’ doesn’t mean that it’s literally raining cats and dogs. It actually means heavy rain. Learning and becoming familiar with...
Heartbreak and Triumph – Sport’s Fine Margins
Sport can provide some of life’s most memorable moments, whether that be through the joy of victory or the heartache of defeat. It’s been quite the sporting summer for the natives of New Zealand,...
Which parks made TripAdvisor’s 2019 list of ‘the world’s best theme parks’?
The list contained the best 25 theme parks in the world, but let’s take a look at some of Rayburn’s favourite spots and where they rank on the list; Orlando It’s no secret that Orlando is home...
The importance of playing sport at a young age
I recently came across an interesting piece in the June/July issue of School Sport Magazine, where David English spoke passionately about the importance of sport within schools. He strongly believed...
Sport and the brain
Travel far and wide and there’s bound to be a trace of a sport you love. Let’s face it, place two hoodies on the ground and you have a set of goal posts. That’s the great thing about sport –...
Top 10 free things for students to do in Berlin
Brimming with history, in Berlin you will uncover a piece of the past with every corner turned. To make sure that you and your students get the most out of your visit without breaking the bank,...
Must-do excursions to bring your Barbados trip to life!
We’ve listed our must-do excursions, so that you can step off the tourist trail and experience the ‘real’ Barbados on your Sports Tour. Oistins Fish Fry You most definitely do not want to miss...
Safety – How has Iceland managed to get things so right?
You may think this is because of the island’s small population, but the country’s ability to manage the safety of its people can be seen as an art form when you look at the facts. GunPolicy.org...
Victory in Europe Day – A date for your diaries
What is VE Day? After almost 6 years of fighting, millions of lives lost, families, cities and homes devastated, Victory in Europe was declared on 8th May 1945. UK Prime Minister Winston...
Top 10 free things to do for schools in Washington, USA
Washington is literally packed with free things to do, especially for schools. From museums and monuments to outdoor concerts, check out our guide to Washington's top 10 free activities for schools.