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Loose Park Rose Garden
Loose Park Rose Garden Welcome to Jacob L Loose Park, one of the most popular and historic parks in all of Kansas City. Located on Wornall, this 75-acre park is known as the site of the Battle of Westport, a battle in which an estimated 29,000 people were involved. During the battle Confederate forces were…
Kansas City Zoo
Kansas City Zoo 202 acres of animal education and entertainment await you next to the Kansas City Zoo, the world-class zoological center located within Swope Park. Inside you will find over 1300 animals alongside exceptional exhibits and programs, making this the perfect spot for your group to immerse yourself in the wonderful world of wildlife….
KC Repertory Theater
KC Repertory Theater End your evening with a show at the KC Repertory Theater, one of the finest performing arts centers in the area. Located on the UMKC campus, this theater puts on regular shows that are ‘compelling, passionate, and imaginative’, and they have been doing so since 1964. That’s 5 decades of fantastic entertainment…
Union Station KC
Union Station KC Welcome to Kansas City’s very own Union Station, the city’s ‘hub of culture, education, and entertainment.’ This former train station stands as a giant in regional history, as well as a popular science learning center and accomplished entertainment venue. Within the massive doors of Union Station, you will find various permanent and traveling…
Downtown Colorado Springs
Downtown Colorado Springs Welcome to Downtown Colorado Springs, the epicenter of all that happens in this exciting city. Designated as a Colorado Creative District, your group will find a bevy of art galleries, museums, shops, and restaurants all along these tree-lines streets, making this the perfect stop to spend a couple hours (or half the…
Cripple Creek Heritage Center
Cripple Creek Heritage Center After a ride on the cog train head over to the Cripple Creek Heritage Center, the travel and information resource center with a gorgeous bird’s eye view of Cripple Creek. This 11,600 square foot heritage center enlightens guests on the time of ‘the country’s last great gold rush’ with several exhibits…
Manitou Cliff Dwellings
Manitou Cliff Dwellings To see the more historic side of Manitou Springs head to the Manitou Cliff Dwellings, the highly visited Anasazi ruined cliff dwellings just west of Colorado Springs. These red rocked wonders were relocated to this spot between 1904 and 1907, a painstakingly slow process beginning in the southwestern corner of Colorado, McElmo…
Best Dinner Shows for Student Groups in Orlando
Food, entertainment, and iconic Orlando scenery all in one? Oh yeah, your student group is going to love you for this one! Dinner shows are one of the most exciting entertainment options available for student groups and they are steadily growing in popularity year after year, especially here in Orlando. There are quite a few options…
Historic Manitou Springs
Historic Manitou Springs Welcome to historic downtown Manitou Springs, one of the first tourist destinations west of the Mississippi. Why such a big draw to such a perhaps seemingly unknown area? Two words: natural springs. This Colorado tourist destination holds 8 different natural carbonated mineral drinking springs at the base of Pike’s Peak, many visitors…
Fun Fall Field Trip Ideas
The crunch of crispy leaves under your feet, the gorgeous reds and oranges poking out of the treetops, and the sound of school bells in the distance…..fall is finally here, teachers! Fall is the perfect time to get your students out of the classroom and into the real world, the season bringing on great weather…
Top 5 Heritage Museums for Student Groups
Defined as a museum facility dedicated to the presentation of historical and cultural information about a place and its people, a heritage museum will help you and your students to sympathize with different cultures and get them asking the questions that will help them gain context of how important the historical events you teach about…
Barefoot Landing
Barefoot Landing For great shopping, dining, and entertainment all in one spot your group needs to visit Barefoot Landing, one of Myrtle Beach’s most popular attractions for both tourists and locals. This large shopping complex is located on Louis Lake, a 27-acre scenic spot along the Intracoastal Waterway. Within the area, you will find several…
