A Tour Director is a Game Changer on Your Student Trip Travel is a life-changing experience for students. Stepping out into the world without a parent is liberating. It’s exciting to connect with new people, explore new places, perform and learn in thrilling new venues. As the person responsible for these newly unfettered travelers, it’s […]
Top 5 Holiday Parades for Marching Bands I’m one of those people who gets excited when the stores put up Christmas lights beside pumpkins. I can’t wait for the holiday music to start playing on a loop and I buy wrapping paper in bulk. We get a few short weeks when it seems as if […]
Planning a class trip or performance trip is hard work. But Kaleidoscope Adventures has the formula to make it a lot easier -KA’s dedicated 3-person team! KA’s dedicated 3-person team is a trifecta of support that makes planning a trip simpler and more efficient than you ever thought possible! How It Works Step 1 – […]
Band directors… we have exciting news! Kaleidoscope Adventures is thrilled to announce the addition of John Meehan to its consulting team. Meehan joins with a robust performing arts background, underscoring KA’s focus on delivering outstanding performance travel for students. About John Meehan Drum & Bugle Corps John Meehan has had an extensive history with the […]
There’s a lot to think about when you plan a performance trip. You must determine your destination, find the perfect performance venue, and plan amazing activities – the logistics are endless! But after 30+ years in the business, we’ve learned a thing or two. Here are 10 travel tips for band directors to keep in […]
Sponsorships for the School Trip As the cost of, well, everything, continues to skyrocket, we’re getting a little smarter with how we spend our hard-earned cash. Our kids’ activities are not exempt from this pricing surge– and yet we don’t want to deny them opportunities just to save a buck. The key is to think […]
We live in a world dominated by apps and easy access. We use technology to find our way around, order food, shop, entertain ourselves, organize schedules, etc. It makes our lives easier and so much more convenient. Travel is no exception. Technology can help make planning and executing your student trip simple and fun! Here […]
Travel is awesome. Exploring new places, meeting new friends, trying new things – it’s such a rush! But as you indulge your wanderlust, remember that your adventure is someone else’s everyday life. Practice responsible tourism and respect your home away from home! 1. Do Your Homework As part of your trip preparations, do your homework. […]
Clear your calendars this November for a truly inspiring patriotic performance experience! Marine Captain Kirk Troen, Chief Warrant Officer Mike Smith, and the Animado Events team have joined forces to introduce What is ‘Hearts and Hopes of Heroes’? Hearts and Hopes of Heroes is a heart-warming youth tribute honoring all veterans. Young people from […]
Every teacher or band director dreams of taking students to Europe for the ultimate learning experience. But often the budget just won’t support an adventure abroad. For those educational explorers with wanderlust in their hearts, here’s some FANTASTIC NEWS… If you’re planning student group travel (or any kind of travel), it might be cheaper to […]
If you’re planning a class trip to Anaheim, you’re in for a treat. In addition to being home to the “happiest place on earth,” there are a ton of top-notch things to do here. Check out these 15 awesome Anaheim attractions for teens. 1. Adventure City This little park packs a big punch with 17 […]
You’re finally planning trips again. You’re excited to leave the 4 walls of your classroom behind and have an epic learning adventure with your students. You know exactly where you’re going, what you’ll be doing, and why it’s so AWESOME! You confidently post the sign-up sheet, convinced that you’ll be turning students away by the […]
