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The Development and Growth of Pensacola’s National Flight Academy

November 8, 2019

History The National Flight Academy was first pitched in 2001 by the Naval Aviation Museum Foundation leadership as a way to fulfill our commitment to sustainable education, and it took several years to raise the 34 million to build the facility. [...]

Brush Up on Your Favorite Subjects with Brightspark’s Top Student Travel Itineraries

October 9, 2019

Learn More About Student Tours Being a teacher means that preparation and forward-thinking are crucial. As the academic year begins in earnest and students settle into their school routine, your thoughts may pass from preparing lesson plans to a [...]

360 CHICAGO Offers a Different View for School Groups

October 9, 2019

Located 1,000 feet above the Magnificent Mile at 875 North Michigan Avenue, 360 CHICAGO offers breathtaking views of Chicago’s skyline, Lake Michigan and more. 360 CHICAGO is an observation deck that allows school groups to see the city in a way [...]

Madame Tussauds: The Unexpected Treasure of Washington, D.C.

October 7, 2019

In the heart of the nation’s capital, surrounded by prominent historical buildings, sits the famous Madame Tussauds. Here, students and visitors of all ages can stand face-to-face with all 45 U.S. presidents—from George Washington to Donald [...]

Students will enjoy an unparalleled STEAM adventure in Cleveland

October 7, 2019

Known for landmarks such as the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland offers many adventures for students to explore science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM). Students can discover the science of [...]

Students Journey to the Past at Colonial Williamsburg

September 24, 2019

Trying to imagine how life might have been or how people lived their everyday life in the past is no easy task. Sure, you could read a history book, watch a documentary or visit a museum, but none of these so perfectly immerse you in historical life [...]

Education thrives in South Bend, Indiana

August 14, 2019

South Bend, Ind., is home to one of the most well-known universities in the nation — the University of Notre Dame — and educational sites spread throughout the city. There are also numerous museums, a range of outdoor activities and many hotels [...]

Embark on a Washington, D.C. STEM Student Adventure with Brightspark Travel

April 29, 2019

Washington, D.C. may not be the first destination you think of when planning a STEM-centric student tour. After all, our nation’s capital is most-visited for its historic landmarks, government buildings and priceless art. However, Washington, DC [...]

EF Service Learning: A Collaboration Between Students and Communities

April 16, 2019

Travel is one of the greatest teachers. Visiting new destinations exposes people to different cultures and communities. It’s an experience outside of the everyday. While travel is inherently experiential, EF Educational Tours takes the concept to [...]

4 Pigeon Forge STEM Adventures

February 12, 2019

Located in the foothills of Tennessee’s Smoky Mountains and filled with Southern charm, Pigeon Forge has developed into a premier destination for student groups. Boasting engaging museums, thrilling amusement parks and natural beauty, the area is [...]

March Through Time and Learn About the Civil Rights Movement with Brightspark

January 24, 2019

It’s not easy to be a teacher these days, even when the subject is the Civil Rights movement. It can be hard to hold students’ attention throughout any history lesson; they may not see the point of learning about the past, and to be fair, [...]

Chicago Museum Celebrates American Literary Traditions

January 17, 2019

American Writers Museum is the first museum solely devoted to celebrating American writers and their works. Teachers and youth group leaders should consider exploring the museum and experiencing the writer’s influence on our history, our identity, [...]

New York City Cultural Collection Delivers Unforgettable Experiences to Student Groups

January 15, 2019

It’s no secret that New York City is beautifully diverse and culturally rich, with dozens of museums, galleries and theaters spread throughout each borough. Student groups visiting New York City have so many options that it’s difficult to know [...]

Lake County Educates and Inspires with the Beauty of Nature and the Arts

January 15, 2019

Well known for its nationally acclaimed museums and rich music scene, the state of Illinois offers endless learning opportunities for students. Parks, trails, forests, lakes, and nature preserves make the state an ideal place to learn about science [...]

3 Thrilling Days in Cleveland for Students

January 4, 2019

Three days doesn’t seem nearly long enough to experience everything Cleveland has to offer, but teachers limited to a long weekend shouldn’t fret. That’s still plenty of time to expose students to some of the city’s famous sights, wonderful [...]

Immersive STEM Learning at Pensacola’s National Flight Academy

December 5, 2018

There’s no doubt that STEM subjects—science, technology, engineering, math, and by extension their related disciplines—are immensely important for the 21st-century classroom. But for the 21st-century student travel experience? Sure, science- [...]

The Radio City Rockettes Enchant Student Groups with a Passion for the Arts

November 30, 2018

Few places are more magical than New York City during the holiday season. From Thanksgiving into the New Year, the streets are adorned with festive decor, music seems to drift from every corner, parks are transformed into winter wonderlands with ice [...]

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