Texas Seaport Museum [caption id="attachment_41323" align="alignright" width="175"] Seaport Museum Credit Galveston Island CVB[/caption] Student groups exploring the historic port city of Galveston won’t want to miss this favorite gulf coast attraction! The Texas Seaport Museum regales visitors with reels of maritime history, sharing the story of the island’s rich legacy of seaborne commerce and immigration.…
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The Strand Historic District
The Strand Historic District [caption id="attachment_41326" align="alignright" width="225"] Strand Street Credit Galveston Island CVB[/caption] That warm happiness and indescribable thrill of shopping for that perfect souvenir or kitschy collectible to take back home is an essential component of any successful vacation. It's almost as vital as great food and fantastic entertainment for your group’s time away from home. The Strand Historic…
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Historic Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch
Historic Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch [caption id="attachment_41312" align="alignright" width="425"] Galveston Pixabay Public Domain (3)[/caption] Student groups planning a quintessential Gulf Coast getaway will definitely want to incorporate an exhilarating harbor tour and dolphin watch into their itinerary. A variety of pleasurable and masterfully narrated outings aboard safe, comfortable, well-captained vessels treat guests to fantastic…
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Tall Ship Elissa
Tall Ship Elissa [caption id="attachment_41321" align="alignright" width="425"] Tall Ship ELISSA at Texas Seaport Museum Credit Galveston Island CVB[/caption] Student groups enjoying a Lone Star State getaway in the historic port city of Galveston won’t want to miss a trip to the wonderful Texas Seaport Museum on Pier 21 – where they will discover floating historic…
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Tennessee State Capitol
Tennessee State Capitol [caption id="attachment_32897" align="alignright" width="425"] Tennessee State Capitol building in Nashville, TN in the morning[/caption] The stately limestone Greek Revival capitol building rises dramatically from its foundation on a picturesque hill in downtown Nashville. It appears today much as it did when it first opened in 1859 after 14 challenging years of construction. The…
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Top Student Destinations: San Francisco
This North Californian city is the perfect stop for those who want a taste of the big West Coast but would rather stray away from the bustling culture of Los Angeles and Hollywood. Not to say that San Fran isn't busy -- it is one of the most culturally diverse, eclectic towns in the U.S.!…
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Top Student Destinations: Branson
If you aren’t from the Midwest, you wouldn’t expect a small town in the middle of the Missouri Ozarks to be a massive mecca for prime entertainment and unique educational opportunities. For the surprise of your life, book your next student trip to Branson, Missouri. Your trip can easily be separated into four categories: eats,…
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George Lucas to Open Museum in Chicago
"Narrative art tells a story. The genre uses the power of the visual image to ignite imaginations, evoke emotions and capture universal cultural truths and aspirations. What distinguishes narrative art from other genres is its ability to capture a shared experience across diverse cultures preserving it for future generations." This is how the lucasmuseum.org describes…
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Marine Science Center
Marine Science Center The Marine Science Center is located in Daytona Beach, Florida. The location features several different activities such as the fascinating exhibits, Boardwalk, Nature trails, an Observation Tower, an Artificial reef aquarium, Interactive displays, Unique gift shop Group tours, and school field trips. The location offers a variety of programs to students of…
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Top Student Destinations: Boston
For a New England adventure unlike any other, Boston has everything your student group could want, packed into one beautiful city. First and foremost for your student group is getting a good dose of history. Visit the Bunker Hill Monument, standing 220-feet tall to mark the first battle of the American Revolution, and then visit…
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