Congress passed the REAL ID Act in 2005. It was to go into full effect in October of 2020.  Then we hit a bump in the road… well, let’s be honest.  A global pandemic collapsed the road and swallowed it whole! Now travel is making a comeback and REAL ID is back on the radar. […]

Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary is a thrilling time for Disney diehards and newbies alike.  There are exciting changes, new attractions, fresh fireworks, and even a convenient new way to enjoy your favorite Disney dishes! Make New Magic with the Genie If you’re planning a group trip to Disney, the first thing you need to […]

Warning.  This blog may contain strong emotion, uncontrolled pride, and possibly a snapshot or two of our saxophonist son.  My family (all four grandparents included) just returned from the 2021 BOA Grand Nationals in Indianapolis. We are exhausted, a little weepy, but definitely euphoric after watching 99 of the nation’s best high school marching bands […]

Student groups love Boston.  What’s not to love?  It’s beautiful, walkable, and packed with the historical highlights educational trips are made of!  But there’s more to Massachusetts than Boston. If you’re planning a student trip to Boston, be sure to spend time in Western Massachusetts as well! East vs. West Western Mass is a little […]

Travel is back and students everywhere are hitting the road.  They’re excited to go on senior class trips, performance trips, band festivals, STEM trips, competition travel, and more.  But when it comes to student group travel in 2022 – expect the unexpected! Student Group Travel in 2022 – Expect the Unexpected Everything is just a […]

When can student groups return to Broadway?  The answer is… NOW!!!  So many students missed out on the high-octane energy of NYC and the thrill of seeing a live show these past months.  Now is the time to plan a trip!   Broadway is Back! As the pandemic settled in to do its worst, those […]

Disney is once again reimagining amazing educational and performance experiences for students.  Disney’s Imagination Campus is new for students in 2022 at Walt Disney World Resort. Disney will challenge students to tap into their imaginations as only Disney can while partnering with some well-known educational game-changers like Kahoot! The new programs put students right in […]

STEM continues to dominate education, and educators are scrambling for new ideas and fresh ways to teach.  Exploring science through travel is a fantastic way to connect your curriculum to the real world and motivate your students to succeed.  Here are 7 awesome high school science trips your students will love! 7 Awesome High School […]

As a former teacher, I’m the first to admit that my classroom wasn’t as inclusive as it could/should have been.  Not because I didn’t care, but rather because I simply didn’t understand enough about what it means to be inclusive.  If I had to do it all again, I’d like to think I’d do it […]

Unleash Your Leadership Potential! DECA has played a powerful role in shaping entrepreneurs and business leaders for 75+ years.  It has touched the lives of more than 10 million people since its inception in 1946.  Currently, there are 3,200 high school chapters and more than 173,000 members. Why am I sharing these stats?  Because DECA […]

It comes as no surprise that the pandemic has changed how we live, work, and travel.  This is especially true when it comes to planning a student trip.  Teachers and directors have less time than ever before and are looking for ways to streamline planning the safest trip possible for their students.  Good news!  KA […]

Disney’s FastPass is A Thing of the Past… It’s Time to Get into the Lightning Lane For those of us who watch our Disney reservation dates like hawks so we can book FastPasses, it’s time to rethink our strategy.  Disney’s FastPass is a thing of the past… now it’s time to get into the Lighting […]