From learning to ski to rediscovering history in some of Europe’s magnificent capital cities, the travel experts at JWT Schools have picked some of their favourite destinations for school tours for the February mid term break:
SKIING IN ANDORRA
February is peak ski season with perfect snow conditions on the slopes across Europe; the ideal time for a ski school trip to one of the many fantastic ski resorts. Nestled in the Pyrenees between France and Spain, Pal Arinsal in Andorra is one of our favourite destinations for school ski trips and a great place to learn how to ski, with 63kms of easy to moderate runs ideal for beginners and intermediate skiers. Relaxed and child friendly, Andorra is one our list of top winter destinations for schools.
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HISTORY IN ROME
So much more than a city, Rome is a huge and magnificent open air museum.
When in Rome… students will get to see where gladiators battled it out for the entertainment of the wealthy at the imposing Colosseum amphitheatre 2000 years ago, visit the cradle of the Roman Empire at the ancient Forum, the Foro Romano; and admire the works of Italian Renaissance masters at St Peter’s Square.
This is a wonderful trip through classic history and one of our most popular school tours for the February mid term break.
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FOOTBALL EXPERIENCE IN BARCELONA
Young soccer enthusiasts will be thrilled to have the opportunity not only to visit the Nou Camp Stadium and Museum in Barcelona but to take soccer training sessions and theory lessons with some of the famous FC Barcelona sports coaches. Who knows? You might even have the next Messi or Pep Guardiola in the making in your classroom.
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NORTHERN LIGHTS IN ICELAND
February is also one of the best months to visit Iceland, land of ice and fire, and experience one of nature’s most spectacular displays: the Northern Lights. Iceland is a truly unique destination for school tours for the February mid term break.
While they are difficult to forecast (they can be predicted approximately two hours in advance) Northern Lights are more common in the winter months, from October to March, where there is less light.
In addition to the mesmerising Northern Lights, a school trip to Iceland is absolutely fascinating for its incredible geological gems, from the thermal waters of the Blue Lagoon to its lava sculpted landscapes. Game of Thrones fans might feel they are in familiar territory too as Iceland is one of the show’s filming locations.
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WIZARD SCHOOL IN LONDON
February mid term break is a fantastic time to swap notebooks for magic wands for a couple of days and head to Hogwarts School of Wizardry, where Harry Potter and friends learnt all their skills.
Since you will be travelling to Hogwarts via London, it is also worth visiting some less supernatural but still very impressive landmarks such as the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey and take a boat ride on the Thames.
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FRENCH CULTURE IN PARIS
Whether you are admiring classic art masterpieces at The Louvre Museum, taking in the views from the iconic Eiffel Tower. strolling by the Seine River or exploring the pretty cobbled streets of Montmartre, “Paris is always a good idea”, as actress Audrey Hepburn once famously said.
For students of French language, a trip to Paris will nurture their knowledge, love and interest in the country, culture and they will get to practice their skills.
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For more information about great school tours for the February mid term break, travel ideas and assistance contact our knowledgeable schools team.
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