Your guide to business studies. school trips Where shall we go? Be inspired. Be assured. Choose NST.

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1 Your guide to business studies school trips Where shall we go? Be inspired. Be assured. Choose NST.

2 My Tour Manager Your online school trip organiser Save time and keep on track with your school trip admin with our online organiser - designed to help busy teachers like you. With My Tour Manager, you ll be able to download free resources and access your trip paperwork online and in one place. Your personalised tour checklist details what you need to do and by when, plus you ll receive fortnightly reminders too. Take it on the go with our app... My Tour Manager-On-the-Go All your trip documents accessible on the go My Tour Manager also contains a handy travel app for instant access to everything you ll need whilst you re away. Download the app and you ll have access to your daily itinerary, essential travel documents and maps of the area pinpointing your visits. It s available offline too. Watch our short My Tour Manager video Locate My Trip Live updates on your group s tour location with NST s new trip tracker. Watch our short Locate My Trip video locate-my-trip-app A FIRST FOR SCHOOL TRAVEL Locate My Trip is the easy, convenient way for your school to follow your group s location whilst on tour, and has been specifically designed to provide reassurance to both parents and teachers. Best Support Service Winner at the British Youth Travel Awards 2017 for My Tour Manager, My Tour Manager-On-the-Go & Locate My Trip 2 Simply call our school travel experts on or visit nstgroup.co.uk to plan your next experience.

3 With you every step of the way In this day and age, having a trustworthy travel partner tops most teachers lists when it comes to taking a school trip. With 50 years experience of planning and organising educational tours, you ll be in safe hands with NST. Our trips offer the best possible value, making learning outside the classroom more accessible and more affordable for more families. Our focus is always to include great value, exciting educational experiences in every group s itinerary; experiences that are guaranteed to inspire pupils. What s more we re fully bonded through ABTA and ATOL, so you ve no worries there! We appreciate the time pressures you re under as a teacher and we ve had some great feedback on how our online school trip organiser, My Tour Manager, helps to ease the load. It s here where you can easily keep on top of your school trip admin and download free resources all in one place. This year you can also take all your travel documents on tour digitally with our app, My Tour Manager-On-the-Go. See page two for more details. Peace of mind is key whilst you re on tour too and 24-hour support is always just a phone call away with NST. In addition, your school can follow your group s location with our new trip tracker, Locate My Trip - a first for school travel, providing greater reassurance to both teachers and parents. Wherever you re thinking of going this year, be inspired and assured with NST. We ll be with you every step of the way. Contents Inside our guide you ll discover some of the most intriguing destinations to explore and bring business studies to life. INTRODUCTION 2-3 NEW YORK 4-5 CHINA 6-7 LONDON 8-9 THE MIDLANDS Steve Craven NST Director BRUSSELS PRAGUE BERLIN EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT Book by the end of May 2018 & save 20pp on all long haul tours & 10pp on all European tours. FREE PLACES We offer a generous free place ratio of 1 in 10 for air travel and 1 in 8 for coach travel. LOYALTY REWARD Save 5pp your first consecutive year of travel onwards with our loyalty reward. INSPECTION VISITS Free inspection visit to assist with your school tour risk assessments. 2 night complimentary stay for 2 people in your chosen destination. Terms & Conditions: All prices and information shown in this brochure are subject to availability, can be withdrawn at any time without notice and are correct at time of going to print (March 2018). Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of information and prices at time of printing, regrettably errors and changes do occasionally occur. Flight supplements may apply. The air holidays & flights shown are ATOL Protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. ATOL Please visit for full terms and conditions. Early Booking Discount & Loyalty Reward see - for full details and terms and conditions. 3

4 New York This leading global city plays host to a number of influential organisations. From the major financial institutions on Wall Street to the United Nations headquarters, you ll get to take an even bigger bite of the Big Apple with NST. We ll book educational visits that enhance your pupils learning, group friendly accommodation, your leisure activities and even your meals all at our great school group prices. At a glance Getting there We offer flights to New York a variety of departure airports. Flying time Flights London 8 hrs. Flights Manchester 8 hrs. When to go New York is a year-round destination. Each season offers visitors plenty of reasons to visit. GMT - 5 hrs GMT Getting around Many visits are within walking distance, but for those a little further afield we can arrange great value subway passes for your group. Eating out NST can pre-book meals at a range of restaurants making it easier for you. Good to know New York is best explored on foot or via subway. We can help you with subway ticket options. Easter can be very busy - book early to secure your preferred visits. Some business studies visits aren t available on public holidays or weekends. We ll advise you on the best days so you don t miss out. Don t forget to budget for tipping. We can offer you advice on how much to take. 699pp BOOK BY END OF MAY & SAVE 20PP Price includes: 5 days, 3 nights room only accommodation, return flights a London airport (other departure airports are available) & overseas airport transfers, extensive group travel insurance, 1 in 10 free place ratio. Price shown based on 35 paying passengers travelling November Inspire & educate TAKE AN EVEN BIGGER BITE OF THE BIG APPLE. Absorb the bright lights and pizzazz of Broadway with its shows and musicals, guaranteed to get your group s toes tapping. Take in the art scene at some world-renowned museums and galleries. Don t forget... we can tailor-make your tour to your exact requirements! 4 NEW YORK Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on and we ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs

5 Trip highlights PRICING KEY FOR VISITS Free Under 5pp Under 10pp 10pp+ NEW! NEW! Daniel Murray WALL STREET WALKS WALKING TOUR INCLUDING TRADING GAME The 90-minute walking tour focuses on Wall Street and the financial history that explains how the stock market works, covering financial literacy terms, stopping at Federal Hall, the New York Stock Exchange, investment banks, and the Wall Street Bull. Integrated into the tour is the interactive Trading Game, about buyers and sellers meeting each other and managing risk. Workshops designed to support the AQA, AS & A Level Business specification are also available and cover topics such as digital technology and globalisation. Options include: Local and International Business Meet the Business Finance Professional International Business and Trade Business Technology Panics, Crashes, and the Financial Crisis UN BUILDING TOUR Guided tour where pupils will learn about the organisation, its structure and history. Leave feeling enlightened about the broad range of fundamental issues dealt with here; sustainable development, democracy and human rights, governance, economic and social development, and more. Don t miss... GUIDED FINANCIAL DISTRICT WALKING TOUR Stroll down Wall Street, see the Stock Exchange, Federal Reserve Bank and more. Your informative guide will give insights into each building and will be happy to accommodate any specific sights or stops you may want to make. MADISON SQUARE GARDEN ALL ACCESS TOUR Explore exclusive VIP areas of the state-of-theart arena and commemorate over 130 years of legendary Garden history. BROOKLYN NAVY YARD TOUR This tour will focus on the wide range of businesses that call the Yard home, including small and large firms in industries like metal working, technology incubators, and movie and television production. You will explore the vast 300-acre property along Brooklyn s industrial waterfront and go to the Yard s visitor and exhibition center, which showcases many of the products made in the Yard. MADAME TUSSAUDS BUSINESS WORKSHOPS Learn how the brand continues to be a top tourist attraction worldwide. STATUE OF LIBERTY & ELLIS ISLAND EMPIRE STATE BUILDING MACY S NFL EXPERIENCE NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ENCOUNTER SEE MORE ONLINE Where you will be staying VANDERBILT YMCA Youth hostel offering simple accommodation but excellent value with the benefit of a central location, single beds and recreational facilities on site. HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS MIDTOWN WEST A medium sized hotel, centrally located in the Midtown West area of Manhattan. Modern and spacious, featuring sophisticated boutique furnishings and contemporary amenities. COURTYARD MIDTOWN EAST An excellent hotel with a good range of facilities, located in the heart of mid town Manhattan. Groups are assured a comfortable stay. Suggested itinerary Day 1 Daytime flight & transfer to accommodation. Empire State Building. Day 2 Brooklyn Navy Yard Tour. Guided walking tour of Downtown Manhattan including Financial District, Wall Street & Ground Zero. Day 3 Madame Tussauds & workshop. UN building tour. Broadway show. Day 4 Macy s. Free time for shopping. Transfer to airport. Day 5 Arrive in the UK For prices for this itinerary, please call us. Ready to start planning your next learning experience? Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on and we ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs. For further details about tours to New York, visit nstgroup.co.uk For more details on our full range of trips, visits and accommodation options visit nstgroup.co.uk NEW YORK 5

6 Lochaber High School China Following China s stunning three-decade economic resurgence, with its innovative and daring business strategies, this is a great opportunity to delve behind the headlines and gain valuable insight into local industries to see how this country had turned its economy around. Visiting China can be a life changing experience with its wealth of world famous sites and will help to give your pupils an appreciation of different cultures and lifestyle. At a glance Getting there We offer flights to Beijing and Shanghai a variety of departure airports. Flying time Direct flights London 10 hrs. When to go China is a year-round destination, although spring and early autumn offers the best weather for visiting. GMT +8 hrs GMT (winter) +7 hrs (summer) BOOK BY END OF MAY & SAVE 20PP Local currency Renminbi Good to know Budget extra for visas. We can advise you on this and the application process. There is a high speed bullet train between Beijing and Shanghai. Some visits are closed on Mondays including the Forbidden City and National Museum of China. We will build your itinerary around this. Bartering is acceptable at markets so grab yourself a bargain. The first few hundred metres of the Great Wall are very steep. 1115pp including visits Price includes: 6 days, 4 nights full board accommodation in Beijing, return flights a London airport (other departure airports are available) & overseas airport transfers, visits shown in itinerary and associated coach transportation, services of a Tour Escort & Local Guide throughout, tipping, extensive group travel insurance, 1 in 10 free place ratio. Price shown based on 30 paying passengers travelling February Inspire & educate TOUR ESCORT & LOCAL GUIDES INCLUDED IN YOUR ITINERARY PACKAGE Your group will be accompanied by an English-speaking Tour Escort throughout your tour, with additional Local Guides in each city. You will be provided with 24-hour assistance, useful information at each geographical site and you ll be assisted with entry into attractions and all your meals. Previous groups have rated the quality and enthusiasm of our guides very highly. 6 CHINA Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on and we ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs

7 Suggested itineraries SEE MORE ONLINE Lochaber High School 1115pp BEIJING Beijing has played an integral part in Chinese history. The city has reinvented itself, and the 2008 Olympic Games were an excellent chance to show the world a modern and vibrant China. Take a look at the legacy left behind by the Games by visiting the Olympic site to examine the changes and future developments in this area of the city. Our business studies programme includes: Visit to the Yanjing Great Wall of China Beer Corporation Tiananmen Square Local markets The Forbidden City including Silk Alley Temple of Heaven Local factory Bird s Nest Stadium You can also add on: Summer Palace Beijing Zoo Peking Opera Rickshaw ride Kung-Fu Show Beijing package itinerary Day 1 Overnight flight to Beijing. Day 2 Arrive in Beijing & transfer to hotel. Depending on flight times, visit to the Temple of Heaven. Day 3 Visit to Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall of China. Day 4 Visit to Yanjing Beer Group Co. or similar and the Beijing National Stadium Bird s Nest. Day 5 Visit to a Cashmere Factory or similar and shopping opportunity at Silk Alley & Friendship Store. Day 6 Transfer to the airport & return flight. Package itinerary included in price SHANGHAI Home to the world s second-tallest tower, China s largest city is the flourishing focal point of modern China. The development of Shanghai has been substantial, making it one of the most important economic, commercial, financial and communications centres of China and only a visit to this amazing city will fully illustrate the scale of growth. Our business studies programme includes: Volkswagen Urban planning Company guided exhibition center tour Bund area Yakult Milk factory Oriental Pearl TV guided tour Tower Yuyuan Garden Jade Buddha Old city Temple Nanjing Road You can also add on: Huangpu river cruise Chinese acrobats show 1155pp People s Square Shanghai package itinerary Day 1 Overnight flight to Shanghai. Day 2 Visit the Bund area & the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. Day 3 Visit Jade Buddha Temple, the Old City and Yuyuan Garden. Day 4 Visit to Shanghai Volkswagen company, or similar, and Nanjing Road. Day 5 Visit to Shanghai Yakult Milk company, or similar, and Urban Planning Exhibition Center. Day 6 Transfer to airport for return flight. Package itinerary included in price EXTEND YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH A TWO CENTRE TOUR By combining the capital, Beijing, and the financial centre of Shanghai, pupils will develop an understanding of local, regional and even national economic growth and enjoy a once-ina-lifetime experience. Comparisons between the two cities can be made as well as gaining a further look at specific business related visits. Combined package itinerary Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Overnight flight to Beijing Arrive in Beijing & transfer to hotel. Depending on flight times, visit to the Temple of Heaven. Visit to Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Great Wall of China Visit to the Summer Palace and the Beijing National Stadium Bird s Nest. Internal flight to Shanghai & transfer to hotel. Visit to the Bund area. Visit to the Old City & Yuyuan Garden, continue to the Oriental Pearl TV Tower & Pudong New Area International Exchange Center. Visit to Shanghai Volkswagen Co. or similar, continue to Lujiazui Financial & Trade Zone (Pudong New Area). Visit to Shanghai Yakult Milk Co. or similar and Nanjing Road. Transfer to the airport & return flight. Package itinerary included in price 1479pp Ready to start planning your next learning experience? Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on and we ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs. For further details about tours to China, visit nstgroup.co.uk For more details on our full range of trips, visits and accommodation options visit nstgroup.co.uk CHINA 7

8 Queen Elizabeth School London We take almost 600 groups every year to experience London, one of the world s largest financial centres. The city is home to over half of the UK s top 100 listed companies and offers fascinating visit opportunities for business studies groups. We ll book educational visits that enhance your pupils learning, as well as group friendly accommodation, your leisure activities and even your meals all at our great school group prices. At a glance Getting there We offer a range of options to get you to and around your destination and back home again with ease, including executive coach and rail. When to go London is a year round destination. Good to know Best explored on foot and by tube. NST can book tube and rail tickets for your group in advance of your departure. Some business studies visits are not available at weekends in London. It is recommended that business studies tours travel Mondays Fridays. 99pp NST can book West End theatre tickets in advance for your group in order to secure the best availability and prices. If you are on a budget then London offers plenty of free, fun and educational museum visits which often include workshops. Price includes: 1 night B&B accommodation, executive coach transportation & to school & throughout your stay, group travel insurance, 1 in 8 free place ratio. Price shown based on 40 paying passengers selected departure points, travelling November Inspire & educate DAY TRIPS TO LONDON Our London day trips are a great option for groups on a budget, providing great value for money with a wide range of curriculum-linked visits for business studies groups with limited time out of the classroom. From 45pp NST made organising the trip easy and worry free. Mr Luke Mcilvenna, Felsted School 8 LONDON Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on and we ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs

9 Trip highlights PRICING KEY FOR VISITS Free Under 5pp Under 10pp 10pp+ Matt Brown / Flickr TEACHER CHOICE Burscough Priory Science College INSIDER TRENDS SILICON ROUNDABOUT TECH CITY WALKING TOUR Starting at Shoreditch Grind and finishing at Google Campus. Look at how and why such a small area of London is beginning to rival Silicon Valley. Don t miss... BANK OF ENGLAND The museum traces the history of the bank its foundation in The bank has had the responsibility of setting interest rates to control inflation since An essential visit for every pupil studying business, maths and economics. THE MAKING OF HARRY POTTER BUSINESS WORKSHOPS Movie Business - grasp the enormity of film production and the business principles required. Movie Marketing - discover how a marketing campaign can influence the success of a film. GUIDED WALKING TOUR OF LONDON CITY/ FINANCIAL DISTRICT Aimed to give pupils an understanding of the world s most diverse financial centre. COCKPIT ARTS Pupils with an interest in social enterprise and business incubation will gain an exclusive insight into the UK s only creative business incubator for makers. Where you will be staying CHELSEA FC BUSINESS OF FOOTBALL TOUR Aimed at GCSE and vocational business pupils, this tour provides an exciting insight into operations at the club. Pupils complete an education workbook with answers provided by an experienced guide. Focusing on merchandise, marketing, finance and staffing. THE BUSINESS OF WIMBLEDON GUIDED TOUR A talk about the history of Wimbledon, a visit to the museum and tour of the grounds. TWICKENHAM TOUR & WORKSHOP A tour of Twickenham Stadium is a fantastic way to discover more about the iconic home of England rugby. THORPE PARK RESORT & EDUCATIONAL TALK Providing opportunities for learning with a range of curriculum-linked educational workshops including Marketing, THORPE PARK Resort as a Business and The Science of Roller Coasters. LEISURE VISITS West End show - Kinky Boots is perfect for exploring various business topics including marketing and product diversification Coca-Cola London Eye River cruise MEININGER HOTEL LONDON HYDE PARK In an ideal central location offering a unique blend of high quality accommodation, full meal options and large selection of conference rooms. YHA THAMESIDE This youth hostel offers basic accommodation and good facilities for groups at a very reasonable price. MUSEUM OF BRANDS Discover how well-loved brands have evolved through creative use of packaging and advertising. A treasure trove of design and memories, where every corner you turn leads you into a different decade that will open your eyes to the way we lived and shopped. The Museum of Brands presents a history of consumer culture decade by decade Victorian times to present day. Workshops are popular with our groups, options include: Brand Evolution Challenge Graphic Design & Packaging Customer Profiling SEE MORE ONLINE Suggested itinerary Day 1 Day 2 Morning departure school. Business of Football at Chelsea FC. Flight on the Coca-Cola London Eye. Walking tour of the Financial District. Warner Bros. The Making of Harry Potter including Movie Business workshop. Departure for return journey to school. For prices for this itinerary, please call us. Ready to start planning your next learning experience? Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on and we ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs. For further details about tours to London, visit nstgroup.co.uk For more details on our full range of trips, visits and accommodation options visit nstgroup.co.uk LONDON 9

10 Jaguar Land Rover The Midlands Home to one of the UK s leading theme parks and world famous companies such as Cadbury, Jaguar Land Rover, Denby Pottery and JCB, a visit to the Midlands is a must for business studies groups for its diverse array of visits, with a chance to look at marketing strategies, production, logistics, business responsibilities and priorities. At a glance Getting there We offer a range of options to get you to and around your destination and back home again with ease, including executive coach. When to go The Midlands is a year round destination but book early to secure your preferred dates. Getting around As all visits are fairly spread out across the Midlands, coach transportation is necessary. Eating out NST can pre-book your meals, making it easier for you. Good to know Some business studies visits are not available at weekends, we ll advise you on the best days so you don t miss out. 169pp Price includes: 2 nights B&B accommodation, executive coach transport & to school & throughout your stay, group travel insurance & 1 in 8 free place ratio. Price shown based on 40 paying passengers selected departure points, travelling November Inspire & educate DAY TRIPS TO THE MIDLANDS Our Midlands day trips are a great option for groups on a budget, providing great value for money with a wide range of curriculum-linked visits for business studies groups with limited time out of the classroom. From 45pp This is our second year of organising a trip, all dealings were prompt and comprehensive. Will recommend to anyone. Mr Keith Reynolds, Queens School 10 THE MIDLANDS Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on and we ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs

11 Trip highlights PRICING KEY FOR VISITS Free Under 5pp Under 10pp 10pp+ TEACHER CHOICE Jaguar Land Rover ALTON TOWERS Captivate your pupils with a series of engaging workshops, delivered in the heart of Alton Towers Resort by members of the Business Team. Each workshop is curriculum-linked and designed to deliver a unique and memorable learning experience. Includes entrance to the park too. Alton Towers as a Business - Learn more about brand positioning, utilising profits, the organisational structure and the business aims. Marketing - Pupils will get the chance to discuss the objectives of the marketing department and use past and present campaigns to show the principles of advertising, promotion and market research. Customer Service - It s of paramount importance that all visitors are happy. Find out how Alton Towers motivate their teams to deliver excellent customer service and how they manage customer expectations. CADBURY WORLD TALK & TOUR Cadbury World is a valuable educational resource for pupils of all ages. Talks are specifically designed for KS3, 4 & 5 and can be arranged to complement your Cadbury World Tour which can include Marketing, People in Business and Investigating Business. Don t miss... Where you will be staying WARWICK CASTLE BUSINESS TALKS Explore the historic castle and participate in one of their business related sessions: Marketing & Business Starting a business Marketing a business People in business Operations inside a business Case study questions and Q&A Events & Business Merlin Entertainments as a business: Vision & Strategy Setting up an event Focus on Warwick Castle events: People within the business; operation considerations Case study questions and Q&A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS WARWICK Modern high quality, value for money hotel that is within easy reach of Warwick town centre and Warwick Castle. JAGUAR LAND ROVER FACTORY TOUR Guided tour of the Jaguar or Land Rover factory covers the press shop, body in white build, trim and final stage and car dispatch with an explanation of Right-First-Time, Just-In- Time and Lean Working to show how a modern manufacturing facility operates. JCB FACTORY TOUR Fully guided personal tour of the Story of JCB exhibition and the JCB shop. The tour will then move on to the assembly line and the office facilities. JAGUAR LAND ROVER EXPERIENCE GAYDON Enjoy privileged access to restricted vehicle development areas to see the rigorous tests and design procedures that every Land Rover vehicle undergoes. DENBY POTTERY Fully guided tour, plus see the team in action creating the famous Denby pieces. Why not have a go yourself by making the historic Denby frog. Suggested itinerary SEE MORE ONLINE YHA STRATFORD Simple hostel accommodation is ideal for groups on a lower budget. The hostel offers a good base for visiting nearby Stratford. Day 1 Day 2 Morning departure school. Cadbury World talk & tour. Day at Alton Towers including workshop. PREMIER INN Options include: NEC Birmingham or Waterways, Stratford upon Avon. Day 3 Land Rover factory visit. Return to school. For prices for this itinerary, please call us. Ready to start planning your next learning experience? Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on and we ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs. For further details about tours to the Midlands, visit nstgroup.co.uk For more details on our full range of trips, visits and accommodation options visit nstgroup.co.uk THE MIDLANDS 11

12 Brussels With the headquarters of the European Union and the European Commission residing here, Brussels is a city of dominant international standing. This is a fascinating hub for your pupils to visit, and a place where they ll undoubtedly gain a greater understanding of global politics and business. At a glance Getting there We offer a range of options to get you to and around your destination and back home again with ease, including executive coach via ferry or Eurotunnel, rail, Eurostar and flights. When to go Brussels is a year round destination. Good to know Some visits need to be booked direct by the school we can advise you on these and provide contact details. 245pp BOOK BY END OF MAY & SAVE 10PP Take advantage of the many free visits and workshops. It s easy to get around the centre of Brussels on foot or by using public transport, but you will need coaching for some of the visits which are further afield. Price includes: 3 night s B&B accommodation, executive coach transport & to school & throughout your stay, extensive group travel insurance & 1 in 8 free place ratio. Price shown based on 35 paying passengers selected departure points, travelling November Inspire & educate VISIT THE FESTIVE MARKETS Royds School Delight in the build-up of excitement before Christmas by combining your business studies tour with a Christmas market experience. Brussels offers a magical son et lumière illuminations on the Grand-Place, the European regions Christmas markets in the city centre, merry-go-rounds on Place Sainte-Catherine, a large wheel and ice rink at Marché aux Poissons, and dozens of stalls for stocking up on gifts and treats within a 2km trail. 12 BRUSSELS Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on and we ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs

13 Trip highlights PRICING KEY FOR VISITS Free Under 5pp Under 10pp 10pp+ TEACHER CHOICE Parlamentarium EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT During this thoroughly insightful visit, your group will discover how this parliament plays an active role in drafting legislation, including consumer rights and the free movement of workers, capital, services and goods. Don t miss... NATIONAL BANK OF BELGIUM MUSEUM A museum in which the theme of money is its central feature. CONCEPT CHOCOLATE See chocolate production in action before sampling the finished product. COCA COLA EUROPEAN VISITORS CENTER Guided tour of the production and distribution departments. Where you will be staying EUROPEAN COMMISSION Your pupils will leave this visit with an understanding of how representatives each of the 28 member states come together as one to discuss and decide on matters of international importance. PORT OF ANTWERP It is the maritime gateway for import and export in Belgium. Pupils will learn about the port s infrastructure and the economic importance it has within its home country and beyond. STELLA ARTOIS BREWERY The Stella Artois Brewery tour takes you the brewing hall, through fermentation to the filling lines. Soft drinks are provided for pupils and product tastings for teachers. Ends with a gift to take home. SEE MORE ONLINE PARLAMENTARIUM Experience the European Parliament as never before. Discover in a refreshingly new way, more about the institution that represents them. Dynamic, interactive multimedia displays guide pupils through the journey of European integration and the impact this has on everyday lives. ROLE PLAY GAME Step into the shoes of a Member of the European Parliament. Take a fast-track course on how Europe s democratically elected body works. You will need to negotiate with fellow pupils to build the future you want for Europe. In imaginary political groups, you will discuss issues such as water solidarity and micro-chipping and will need to find a compromise in order to legislate. Suggested itinerary MEININGER HOTEL BRUSSELS A modern, comfortable hotel which offers a high standard of room comfort, as well as good in-house facilities. HOTEL BEDFORD A large, traditional, centrally located hotel with 326 rooms offering a high standard of accommodation in the centre of Brussels. Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Morning departure school. Check into accommodation. National Bank of Belgium Museum. European Union Parliament Tour. Parlamentarium. Free time in Grand Place. Coca-Cola European Visitors Center. Concept Chocolate tour. Free time. Departure for return journey home. For prices for this itinerary, please call us. Ready to start planning your next learning experience? Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on and we ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs. For further details about tours to Brussels, visit nstgroup.co.uk For more details on our full range of trips, visits and accommodation options visit nstgroup.co.uk BRUSSELS 13

14 Prague SEE MORE ONLINE The global city of Prague provides groups with a great example of a new economy that has grown since the 1990s. Stable through the credit crunch, although feeling the knock-on effect now due to lack of demand in exports, Prague has a range of educational visits that highlight the country s outputs. Pupils can also enjoy the sights of the wonderful medieval and baroque townscapes of this beautiful city. At a glance Getting there We offer flights to Prague a variety of departure airports. Flying time Flights London 1 hr 55 mins. Flights Manchester 2 hrs 5 mins. Trip highlights When to go Most popular between February and October. Good to know Some business visits are only available Monday Friday. Under 5pp Under 10pp 10pp+ 275pp BOOK BY END OF MAY & SAVE 10PP Zdeněk Fiedler Skoda Factory Here your pupils will be taken through the various stages of the car manufacturing process. Ruckl Glass Factory You will learn about all stages of glass production including glass-blowing, painting, crackling and cutting. Economic Lecture at Cerge Institute Covering several key topics, including economic development, GDP, sector shares, state budgets, import & export. Price includes: 3 nights B&B accommodation, return flights a London airport (other departure airports are available) & overseas airport transfers, extensive group travel insurance, 1 in 10 free place ratio. Price shown based on 35 paying passengers travelling November Don t miss... Brewery tour Walking tour Prague Airport guided tour Museum of Communism Prague Castle Choco-Story & workshop Sparta Football Stadium tour Where you will be staying Hotel Olsanka Hotel Slavia Ready to start planning your next learning experience? Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on and we ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs. For further details about tours to Prague, visit nstgroup.co.uk 14 PRAGUE Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on and we ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs

15 Berlin SEE MORE ONLINE BMW Group Amersham School Immerse your pupils in the culture of one of Europe s most dynamic cities on an NST business studies tour to Berlin. This gateway to Central and Eastern Europe, as well as the economic regions of Western Europe, offers a unique insight into one of the most interesting markets in the region. At a glance Getting there We offer a range of options to get you to and around your destination and back home again with ease, including executive coach via ferry or Eurotunnel and flights. Flight time Flights London - 1 hr 50 mins. Trip highlights BMW Motorbike Factory tour Guided tour through the birth place of BMW motorcycles. Experience the modern vehicle production. Tomnex TV Tower Berlin s highest structure, shapes the skyline and serves as a landmark of the reunited Germany. Getting around The best way to get around is by foot and on the S Bahn and U Bahn. Purchase small group tickets to save on cost. When to go Berlin is a year-round destination however summer can be very hot and it may snow during winter. Under 5pp Under 10pp 10pp+ Autostadt, Wolfsburg (2.5 hrs Berlin) Take a tour of this enormous factory which produces over 2,400 cars a day. 269pp BOOK BY END OF MAY & SAVE 10PP Price includes: 2 nights B&B accommodation, return flights a London airport (other departure airports are available) & overseas airport transfers, services of an NST Berlin City Representative to assist with check-in & provide 24hr assistance, extensive group travel insurance, 1 in 10 free place ratio. Price shown based on 35 paying passengers travelling November includes NST City Representative Don t miss... ic! Berlin guided tour Olympic Stadium Guided city tour Berlin Wall The Reichstag The Brandenburg Gate Story of Berlin Where you will be staying Meininger Hotel Berlin Central Station Meininger Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz Ready to start planning your next learning experience? Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on and we ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs. For further details about tours to Berlin, visit nstgroup.co.uk For more details on our full range of trips, visits and accommodation options visit nstgroup.co.uk BERLIN 15

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