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As the holidays draw closer, your SYTA and SYF Boards along with staff have been busy working for you. We’ve formed committees that are up and running, presented travel and professional development opportunities, and continued to raise money and awareness for the SYTA Youth Foundation. The work never stops. A big thank you to everyone who volunteered to serve. It’s your dedication and efforts that make this organization special. In this issue, our destination features take us to California, Illinois, and Puerto Rico, three very different places with their own opportunities for students to explore history, culture, science, the arts, and more. We also talk to educator Jannel McCallum, who heads her school’s International Club and has worked to bring the Seal of Biliteracy to the Wausau School District in Wisconsin. This year, that passion for international education is taking 56 students and chaperones to Spain, France, and Italy. You’ll also find a chat with an educator about an idea that can sometimes be overlooked: bringing travel back to the classroom, when students can’t always afford to travel around the world. And with technology playing such an increasingly important role in education, we look at ways educators can make the most of those tools without losing the value of real-world experiences. Creating meaningful travel experiences also means making sure every student has the opportunity to participate, so we take a look at accessibility in student travel, with practical considerations for accommodating physical and mental barriers. As always, we’re pleased to share another student perspective through a finalist from this year’s The World Is A Classroom essay contest. Their words provide a firsthand reminder of why these experiences matter. Finally, our Educator’s Buyers Guide brings together SYTA member companies that can help educators plan and navigate the many details that go into safe and successful student travel. Whether you’re organizing your first trip or your fiftieth, having knowledgeable partners makes all the difference. With the busy season for student and youth travel right around the corner, the magic of what we do can sometimes get pushed into the background. But make no mistake, the work you do changes kids lives and it’s important not to forget it. Have a great holiday season!

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SYTA AND BONARD RELEASE INTERNATIONAL STUDENT & YOUTH TRAVEL INSIGHT REPORT Research conducted by BONARD on behalf of SYTA is shedding light on the state of international student and youth travel. BONARD interviewed international student travel planners in the first quarter of this year, to hear their perspective on group travel and travel to the United States. The sector continues to evolve, building on trends that were already shaping the market prior to the pandemic. Recent findings show that, while demand has recovered, several of these trends have accelerated, and traditional patterns have not fully returned. Across regions, student travel remains strong and consistent. The market is stabilizing into a predictable, sustainable growth pattern following an initial surge from pent-up demand. Demand is now characterized by increased participation from specific segments, heightened selectivity among schools and families, and growing confidence in long-haul travel. SYTA conducted this research instead of the Business Barometer, which will now be produced every other year. The Business Barometer 2026 survey will be sent to members in December of this year. To view the study, visit syta.org/research.

THE LEADING SOURCE FOR EDUCATORS WHO PLAN STUDENT TRAVEL For young people, travel is an education in itself. It helps them build self-esteem, independence, tolerance and cultural understanding, while breaking down barriers to a child’s personal, educational and social development. Patterns and habits embraced when traveling at an early age are known to influence future decisions. The benefits of travel go beyond education. Increasingly, governments and businesses are recognizing the positive effects of youth travel as a powerful life experience that promotes economic development, job fulfillment and cultural understanding. Learn more at teachtravel.org

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THE STARS ARE OUT Out in California, Universal Studios Hollywood just opened Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift in September, the park’s first outdoor high-speed roller coaster. The attraction uses 360-degree rotations and high-speed thrills to put riders into the world of the Fast & Furious franchise. The park is also continuing its immersive offerings with SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and seasonal events including Halloween Horror Nights. For student groups, Hollywood has another educational advantage baked into the setting: the Studio Tour provides a behind-thescenes look at filmmaking. In Orlando, the biggest addition is still Universal Epic Universe, which opened in 2025 with five immersive worlds, including SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk and Dark Universe. The newest addition for 2026 is Universal Celestial Goodnight, a nightly nighttime spectacular in Celestial Park featuring synchronized lights, fountains, music and fireworks. Learn more at universalorlando.com.

FLYING HIGH The Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., is unveiling a major wave of new and renovated galleries as its ongoing transformation continues. Among the highlights are America by Air, exploring the history of commercial aviation; Early Flight, which examines the pioneers and innovations that made powered f light possible; and Future of Spacef light, looking at where human and robotic exploration could go next. Interactive elements throughout the galleries give students opportunities to

EVEN MORE MAGIC At Walt Disney World, Magic Kingdom is getting two new themed areas: Cars-inspired Piston Peak National Park, with two attractions, and Villains Land, featuring a Maleficent coaster and a dark ride beneath the Evil Queen’s palace. At Animal Kingdom, the new Tropical Americas land will include an Indiana Jones adventure and Encanto-themed attraction, the latter featuring more than 50 animal species and no height requirement. EPCOT is also bringing back Dreamfinder for a new adventure with Figment, while Hollywood Studios’ upcoming Monsters, Inc. land is set to begin opening in 2027. Disneyland Resort has plenty on the horizon, too. Avengers Campus will double in size with two new attractions in 2028, while a new Coco boat ride is being built at Disney California Adventure. The Coco attraction will take guests through Miguel’s memories and the Land of the Dead and, like the Encanto ride, will have no height requirement. Several popular entertainment offerings, including World of Color and the Magic Happens parade, are also scheduled to return in 2027. Get the full scoop at disneyparksblog.com.

explore aviation and spacef light through hands-on experiences, making the museum a particularly strong stop for STEM-focused groups. The renovations are part of a larger transformation of the museum, with additional galleries

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continuing to reopen through 2026. For student groups, the updates offer fresh material even for repeat visitors, connecting the history of f light with engineering, innovation and the future of exploration. Get in touch at airandspace.si.edu.

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PURPOSEFUL TECHNOLOGY IN THE CL ASSROOM

Technology is everywhere in education, from tablets and Google Docs to coding programs and AI. But bringing more technology into the classroom doesn’t necessarily mean every student needs a laptop, or that every lesson needs to become a digital experience. The most effective approach may be the simplest: Start with the purpose, then determine whether technology is the right tool to accomplish it. Technology can enhance instruction, increase participation, streamline organization and give students opportunities to develop skills they will use beyond the classroom. START SMALL Technology integration doesn’t have to mean completely redesigning a lesson. Simple tools can make familiar classroom activities more engaging or efficient. A PowerPoint presentation, for example, can introduce a new concept while incorporating graphics, bullet points and embedded videos. Online assignments through platforms such as Blackboard, Brightspace or Moodle make homework accessible and can help students stay organized. For quick assessments, teachers can use Google Forms for exit tickets and auto-graded quizzes. Kahoot! and Quizizz can turn review into an interactive activity, while Google Classroom can help streamline assignments, organization and feedback. These tools can also open the door for participation from students who might otherwise stay quiet. GIVE MORE STUDENTS A VOICE Technology can be particularly useful when participation would otherwise depend on who is willing to raise a hand or speak the loudest. Platforms such as Padlet allow students to contribute responses digitally, creating space for quieter students and giving everyone an opportunity to participate. Students can respond through text, images, comments and other forms of interaction, creating multiple avenues for sharing ideas.

The goal isn’t simply to increase the amount of participation, but to broaden whose voices are being heard. Collaborative technology can also shift students from simply receiving information to actively working through ideas together. Tools such as Fig Jam can be used for brainstorming, concept mapping and collaborative planning. A strategy such as “debate the ratings,” for example, can have students analyze and evaluate content while developing their understanding of claims, evidence and reasoning. BUILDING COMMUNIT Y Technology can also support the relationships that make a classroom work. Online grading systems such as PowerSchool can help teachers, students, parents and administrators communicate about grades, attendance and areas for improvement. Parent communication tools such as Listserv can keep families informed through announcements, newsletters and other updates. Another example is ClassBank, a digital classroom economy designed to encourage positive behavior and shared ownership. Students earn digital currency that can be exchanged for classroom privileges, creating a system intended not only to motivate students but also to encourage them to help one another. REAL-WORLD SKILLS Another reason to approach technology thoughtfully: Students are preparing for a world where digital tools are part of their careers and everyday lives. Ultimately, purposeful technology integration comes down to making intentional choices. The right tool can remove barriers, amplify student voices, encourage collaboration and make classroom management more efficient. The wrong tool can simply add another screen to the day. And remember: In an age when those screens are everywhere, sometimes the novelty is putting them away.

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Many of the “Traveling Teacher of the Year” winners and finalists we’ve talked with over the years didn’t know they wanted to be teachers when they started on their career paths. But, Jannel McCallum was certain from a very young age. As a kid, she played school with her friends—and was always head of the classroom. She got old textbooks from her instructors, made up worksheets, even created her own makeshift overhead projector. When the time came to put dreams into reality, she was more than ready! Initially, when Jannel started college, she thought she wanted to pursue elementary education, but after taking her first German class, she switched her major to German secondary education. Needing to add a minor, she chose Spanish, which proved useful when, after 12 years of teaching German, she was asked to take on teaching Spanish as well. Being a child of a military parent, Jannel moved a lot when she was growing up. Living in different places and countries fueled her interest in languages and, we’re guessing, also contributed to her adventurous spirit. Today, Jannel teaches Spanish at Wausau East High School in Wisconsin and she’s also the global language department chair and coadvisor of the International Club. She’s in her 28th year of teaching, and has taught in the same district the whole time.

It wasn’t until Jannel was teaching Spanish full time that she started traveling with her students, first co-leading a trip, then alternating years with another teacher, and now traveling with students every year. She says she always takes her students to a Spanish-speaking country, for more reasons than just practicing language skills. “I want kids to see that people don’t live like we live in the United States,” she says. “The way that we live here is special, if you think about the population of the planet. I like kids to open their eyes to what the rest of the world is like, which I think is really important because it’s easy to become ‘Americentric’. Of course, we’re going to places where they can use the language that they’re learning, but we want them to experience the countries and cultures that they learn about in the classroom as well, and see that their lifestyle is just one of many ways to be human.” Overseas travel doesn’t just happen though; it costs money. Jannel credits a massive fundraiser that she co-leads at Lambeau Field—home of the Green Bay Packers—for making much of it possible. It involves coordination with the service that runs the concession stands, and takes 60-plus volunteers at every game. Last year they raised an astounding $185,000!

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Jannel notes that this endeavor goes beyond financial outcomes. “It’s really special to me because I’m working with the kids and the families before the trip, and they’re putting their own effort and money into it,” she says. “We’ve built deeper relationships, and, with all the complexities of running concessions, developed problem-solving skills that benefit everyone in travel and in life.” Traveling with a large group of students and chaperones also requires organization skills. Success in arranging student travel, Jannel says, depends on being prepared for delays, lost luggage, illnesses, dietary restrictions, and other potential setbacks or challenges. “If you’re not an organized person, for sure you need to team up with someone who is. It’s a lot of responsibility to take kids out of the country, or even to another city, so you have to get your ducks in a row. And, lean into experienced mentors; people who have done this before—especially if it’s your first trip.” Resilience is also key, because, inevitably, something unexpected will arise that no amount of planning can control. That’s where Jannel leans on ACIS Educational Tours. She’s been working with them for years, as did her previous colleagues. And, while they cost a little more, she says, “You get what you pay for. With my ACIS tour managers, they are always teaching us. We’re always learning.”

I want kids to see that people don’t live like we live in the United States. THE WAY THAT WE LIVE HERE IS SPECIAL, IF YOU THINK ABOUT THE POPULATION OF THE PLANET. I like kids to open their eyes to what the rest of the world is like, which I think is really important because it’s easy to become ‘Americentric’.

For those new to student travel planning, ACIS provides training tours to get acclimated to the experience, and for seasoned group leaders they offer professional development opportunities through their global conferences. “I just attended a global conference this summer, and I learned so much about being a group leader from other group leaders,” Jannel says. “Everyone was so f lexible and so easygoing. This is how we have to be.” Additional advice Jannel offers to other educators, especially foreign language teachers, is to visit a different country every time, if possible. “There are so many places where the languages they’re learning are spoken,” she says. “It’s good for kids to be exposed to a diversity of cultures.” One of the greatest joys Jannel gets from traveling with her students is being with them as they’re experiencing new things. “Whether it’s as thrilling as going ziplining or watching them solve a problem using the language they’re learning, there is just so much reward,” she says. “I hope what we share will spark their curiosity and give them the confidence to one day use their Spanish to navigate their own global adventures.”

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MAKING STUDENT TRAVEL MORE ACCESSIBLE

Accessible student travel begins long before a group boards a bus. For teachers and trip planners, creating an inclusive experience means thinking beyond ramps and elevators to consider the wide range of physical, sensory and cognitive disabilities students may have—including disabilities that aren’t immediately visible. After all, disability is often described as the only minority group a person can join at any time. A student who needs additional accommodations today may not have needed them on a previous trip, while another student may have a disability that isn’t apparent to others at all. That makes communication one of the most important tools in accessible travel.

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START WITH THE STUDENT Parents and guardians can be invaluable resources when planning a trip for a student with a disability. Talk with them early about their child’s needs, concerns, routines and recommendations, and continue communicating with them throughout the planning process and trip. Don’t assume that a particular accommodation will work simply because it worked for another student. The more specific the information, the better equipped trip planners will be to create an experience that works for everyone. That same principle applies to interactions during the trip. Always address a student with a disability directly rather than speaking to a companion or aide on their behalf. Include them in conversations and activities, and don’t change your tone or volume when speaking with them. If someone appears to need assistance, ask before stepping in. Unsolicited help can create an uncomfortable or undignified situation. And while enthusiasm and encouragement are welcome, avoid calling someone “brave” or “inspirational” simply because they live with a disability. Treating students with dignity means recognizing them as students first, not defining them by their disability. ASK SPECIFIC QUESTIONS When arranging transportation, lodging, attractions and activities, don’t rely on a supplier’s general claim that something is “accessible.” Ask exactly what that means. For transportation, that might mean confirming that a motorcoach has a wheelchair lift or that a shuttle can accommodate mobility devices. At hotels, ask detailed questions about accessible entrances, bathroom configurations, bed heights, room layouts, electronic doors and other relevant features.

DON’T ASSUME THAT A PARTICULAR ACCOMMODATION WILL WORK SIMPLY BECAUSE IT WORKED FOR ANOTHER STUDENT. The more specific the information, the better equipped trip planners will be to create an experience that works for everyone. This is particularly important with hotel rooms. Not every ADAcompliant room is configured the same way, and the room that works for one disability may not work for another. Confirm the student’s specific needs with the hotel before booking, then follow up again closer to arrival. A front-desk employee may not have complete information about every accessible room, so don’t be afraid to ask for someone who can verify the details. The same approach applies to attractions. Ask about accessible paths and entrances, seating, closed captioning, sensory aids, quiet spaces and any other accommodations that could affect participation. PLAN FOR MORE THAN MOBILIT Y Accessibility isn’t limited to wheelchair access. A student may need a quiet space to take a break from a crowded environment, sensory aids to make an attraction more manageable, additional time to move between activities, or f lexibility around an itinerary. Tour leaders can help by using accessible paths and entrances for the entire group rather than separating students unnecessarily. Universal design—creating experiences that work for as many people as possible from the beginning— can make these accommodations feel less like exceptions and more like part of the trip.

For example, consider whether the itinerary offers different activity levels. In some situations, splitting a large group into two groups with different paces or activity options can give students more f lexibility without singling anyone out. The goal is to balance the experience so every student has meaningful opportunities to participate. HAVE A BACKUP PLAN Even the most carefully researched accommodations can encounter problems. Build f lexibility into the itinerary and establish backup options before the trip begins. Create clear procedures for handling accommodations, both planned and last-minute, and make sure trip leaders, chaperones and relevant suppliers understand them. If an accessible entrance is unexpectedly closed, a bus lift doesn’t work or an activity proves unsuitable, leaders should already know whom to contact and what alternatives are available. Local accessibility organizations and community partners can also be valuable sources of information. They may know about recent changes, accessible attractions and practical considerations that aren’t obvious from a destination’s website. Ultimately, accessible travel is about far more than meeting regulations. It is about creating experiences in which every student feels welcomed, prepared and empowered to participate.

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DINOSAURS, DOLPHINS, & DEEP SPACE in Illinois I

Illinois offers student groups an unusual amount of variety in a relatively compact trip. A few days can take students from the depths of the ocean to the outer reaches of space, from works of art spanning centuries to the history of Abraham Lincoln, with plenty of opportunities for science, nature, architecture and good oldfashioned fun along the way. For groups headed to the state, Chicago, Lake County and Springfield are three options that each offer a different kind of educational experience—and together, they can create a wellrounded itinerary for students of nearly any age.

CHICAGO Chicago is an easy place to build an itinerary around students’ interests, thanks to its concentration of major museums and attractions. Start at the Field Museum, where students can explore natural history through exhibits spanning dinosaurs, ancient cultures, animals and the natural world. Its field-trip experiences can be tailored to different grade levels and curricula, with topics ranging from evolution, fossils and dinosaurs to ancient cultures and archaeology. Teachers can also use the museum’s Field Trip Guides to give students a specific focus while exploring the exhibits. Activities include examining an artifact through observation and inference or investigating an exhibition using a claim-evidencereasoning framework. Nearby, the Adler Planetarium takes the lesson beyond Earth. Its school field trips combine hands-on activities, exhibitions and immersive dome shows, putting students in the roles of scientists, engineers and problem-solvers as they explore the universe. Its Pre-K–12 field trips include hands-on activities, educator-guided experiences, immersive dome shows and exhibitions covering 60,000 square feet. Students are encouraged to approach the experience as scientists, engineers, astronauts and problem-solvers rather than simply museum visitors. Photos © Adler Planetarium, Field Museum

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For students interested in science and technology, the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry offers another deep dive, with interactive exhibits designed to make complex scientific concepts tangible. Meanwhile, the Shedd Aquarium brings marine science to life through aquatic habitats and animal experiences, giving students the opportunity to explore the connections between science, technology and the natural world. Its school programs are designed around science learning and can explore subjects including animal behavior, habitats, adaptations, ecosystems, anatomy and water chemistry. Students can take on activities such as habitat design or even squid dissection, giving them opportunities to practice observation, critical thinking, engineering and science-literacy skills. The arts are equally well represented. The Art Institute of Chicago houses an enormous collection spanning thousands of years and cultures, giving teachers plenty of options for connecting a visit to history, art or social studies. For a more contemporary perspective, the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago focuses on modern and contemporary artists and the ideas behind their work. Then there are the attractions that put students directly into the Chicago experience.

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At 360 CHICAGO, groups can take in the city from the 94th f loor of 875 N. Michigan Avenue, with sweeping views of Chicago and Lake Michigan. Flyover Chicago, located at Navy Pier, offers a completely different perspective: a multisensory simulated f light over the city that combines motion, visuals and other sensory effects. Navy Pier itself can easily fill an afternoon, with lakefront views, entertainment and attractions. Groups can also take to the water with City Cruises, turning Chicago’s famous skyline and waterfront into part of the lesson. And for students who are more interested in baseball than brushstrokes, there’s always the Chicago Cubs. A game at Wrigley Field offers a chance to experience one of the city’s most recognizable traditions while incorporating lessons in sports history, architecture, business and Chicago culture.

SPRINGFIELD For history-focused groups, Springfield brings Illinois’ past into sharp focus. The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum is an obvious centerpiece. Students can explore Lincoln’s life, presidency and legacy through museum exhibits, artifacts and immersive experiences. The museum also offers specific programming and planning resources for school groups, including extension activities that can add an educational component to the visit. Springfield’s educational offerings extend beyond Lincoln. At the K idzeum of Health and Science, younger students can explore health, science and the human body through hands-on, interactive experiences. The Illinois State Museum provides another broad look at the state, with exhibits covering Illinois’ natural and cultural history. Its Springfield location includes three f loors of exhibits and educational programming, and admission is currently free. Together, these attractions make Springfield an especially useful stop for groups studying American history, government, Illinois history or the Civil War era.

LAKE COUNTY Lake County offers a useful change of pace from downtown Chicago, particularly for groups looking to balance museums with outdoor and recreational experiences. At the Dunn Museum, students can explore the history and environment of Lake County through exhibits and educational programs. The museum offers field trips and programs covering both history and environmental education, with topics aligned to Illinois Learning Standards. The Volo Auto Museum takes students in a very different direction. Its collection of automobiles and pop-culture vehicles can provide an engaging way to explore transportation, engineering, design and American popular culture. For a quieter outdoor experience, the Chicago Botanic Garden provides a living classroom where students can study plants, ecosystems, landscape design and conservation. With extensive gardens and natural areas, it offers plenty of opportunities to get students outside and learning. And then there’s Six Flags Great America. The park offers student programs covering subjects including physics, science and engineering, turning roller coasters and other attractions into examples of forces, motion and design. The adjacent Hurricane Harbor Chicago adds a summer option for groups looking to cool off after a day of learning.

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From HOLLYWOOD SETS TO PACIFIC SHORES

Thinking about a student trip to The Golden State? Your options are—quite literally—all over the map. From the state capitol, Sacramento, to San Diego, plus hot spots in between, like Hollywood and Los Angeles, there is history to be learned, sights to be seen, and fun to be had. To help you build your itinerary, we’ve narrowed down a few of our favorites.

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Get a behind-the-scenes peek into film and television production with the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood. Tours run roughly three hours, and are a mix of guided and self guided. Starting with the Storytelling Showcase at the welcome center and continuing by tram to back-lot sets, soundstages, and production areas, guests get an inside look at big- and small-screen filmmaking from its inception to today. On your own, you can see famous sets, costumes, and props and explore sound and special effects, plus have a redcarpet moment and shop merch at the studio store. The Exploratorium, located in San Francisco, is a STEAM-packed museum with more than 650 exhibits that invite interaction, play, experimentation, and discovery. Visits are self directed, though there will be an Exploratorium facilitator to provide a brief orientation before your group is let loose. Get hands on with displays that cover topics ranging from physics, engineering, and biology to art, the environment, and human perception. The museum’s philosophy encourages students to manipulate objects, witness cause and effect, test ideas, and collaborate with classmates. Situated within the multi-use Hollywood Park district, Cosm Los Angeles is all about shared reality. The team at Cosm notes that while today’s youth are arguably the most connected generation in history, they rarely get the opportunity to be all in one place, fully present, to enjoy and react together to wondrous experiences. At Cosm, your group could be surrounded by the wizardly world of Harry Potter, in the middle of the action for a professional sports event, or amid the enchantment of a classic movie. Whatever the interest, whatever the age group, Cosm will spark mutual amazement. Catalina Tours, which typically departs from Long Beach, takes groups on both surf and turf with a Pacific Ocean boat ride that arrives at Catalina Island. Start with a nearly one-hour city excursion of the resort town of Avalon, blending scenic views with tales of the island’s past. Then, grab lunch and continue on to delve into the undersea gardens of Lovers Cove inside a semi-submersible watercraft. Along the way, you’ll see a variety of marine plant and animal life, such as giant kelp, sea lions, calico bass, orange Garibaldi (the state fish), octopus, and more. Next, enjoy a cultural extravaganza at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa. They’re Orange County’s leading host of theater, dance, and music performances held throughout the year, across multiple indoor and outdoor stages. Whether you’re interested in a jazz concert, a ballet or symphony production, or a Broadway show or musical, Segerstrom is a performing arts hub. Student group perks include discounted tickets, advance access/priority seating, easy payment plans, and personalized service.

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Disney Imagination Campus at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim offers a host of youth programs catering to a range of interests. Marching bands, choirs, and dance teams that qualify can engage in festival competitions, participate in parades, or showcase their talents on iconic Disney stages. For the educational and entertainment aspects, they offer workshops and classes covering Arts & Humanities, Science & Technology, and Leadership & Innovation that are tiered to different grade levels. The campus is committed to encouraging curiosity and creativity in the current generation and beyond. Still looking for more ideas? Visit California has a wealth of ideas to fill out your trip. For starters, there’s Monterey Bay Aquarium, set on the edge of the Pacific Ocean. Housing 35,000-plus creatures representing more than 550 marine species, it’s one of the richest marine ecosystems on Earth. Marvel at a towering kelp forest, watch rescued sea otters play, or gaze into the blue waters of the million-gallon Open Sea tank. Ageappropriate educational programs and hands-on labs blend conservation, science, and up-close encounters. Further to consider is Chumash Museum and Cultural Center, a 3.5-acre park on tribal land in Santa Barbara County’s Santa Ynez Valley. Get engrossed in thousands of years of indigenous history through ancient objects, ceremonial regalia, paintings and art, exhibit spaces, and native plants. Of special interest is the Welcome Center and the Maria Solares Discovery Center, both fashioned after a traditional ‘ap—a dome-shaped Chumash dwelling. For more on California’s past, take your group to the California State Railroad Museum in Sacramento. It’s considered one of the best railroad museums in the country, with 21 locomotives and railroad cars restored down to the smallest detail, with authentic design, décor, and period pieces. In addition to rail car walkthroughs, exhibits, and workshops, there’s the option of taking a six-mile, roundtrip train excursion along the Sacramento River to experience bygone train travel and learn about railroad history and the American West. Also not to be missed is LEGOLAND® in Carlsbad near San Diego, which combines the excitement of a theme park with the learning of a classroom. There are coasters, immersive rides, an aquarium, and a waterpark, plus Miniland USA, with famous U.S. cities and landmarks built entirely out of LEGOs. Of interest in the educational sphere is the LEGO ® Galaxy Robotic Lab, suitable for grades 5-8. On a final note, additional points of interest include The Getty Center art and design museum in LA, the USS Midway Maritime Museum in San Diego, and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation in Santa Barbara—a STEAM-focused imagination destination for all ages.

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Puerto Rico packs an impressive amount of variety into a relatively small island. Students can walk through centuries of history in Old San Juan in the morning, hike through a tropical rainforest in the afternoon and watch the water glow beneath their paddles after dark. Along the way, explore Puerto Rican art, music, food, environmental science and the island’s Taíno, Spanish and African cultural inf luences. For student groups, the classroom can stretch from historic forts to mountain trails to a neighborhood food market.

START WITH HISTORY IN SAN JUAN Old San Juan is an easy place to build a history-focused itinerary, with colorful colonial architecture, plazas, churches, museums and two massive fortifications overlooking the Atlantic. At Castillo San Felipe del Morro and Castillo San Cristóbal, students can examine the military engineering and colonial history of a city that was a strategic port for the Spanish Empire. The National Park Service offers educational visits for student groups, including ranger-led programs and selfguided options. Topics can be tailored to different grades and subjects, with programs covering everything from the history of Puerto Rico to the tunnels at San Cristóbal. Groups should plan ahead: reservations are required for student visits to the forts, and ranger-guided programs have limited capacity. Old San Juan also provides plenty of opportunities to discuss how Puerto Rico’s history has been shaped by multiple cultures. Students can visit the Museo de las Américas, explore historic streets and plazas, and consider the connections between Spanish colonialism, African heritage and Puerto Rico’s Indigenous Taíno roots.

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TAKE THE CLASSROOM OUTSIDE For environmental science and biology students, El Yunque National Forest offers a dramatic change of scenery. The only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System, El Yunque gives students an opportunity to see tropical ecosystems firsthand, with hiking trails, streams, waterfalls and an abundance of plant and animal life. Student groups can incorporate birdwatching, ecology lessons and discussions about conservation into their visit. The island’s marine environments provide another avenue for experiential learning. In places such as La Parguera, students can learn about mangrove ecosystems and the species that depend on them. And after dark, a bioluminescent-bay excursion turns a lesson in marine biology into something considerably more memorable. Puerto Rico is home to three of the world’s rare bioluminescentbay ecosystems, where microscopic dinoflagellates create a glowing effect when the water is disturbed. EXPERIENCE CULTURE Puerto Rican culture is particularly well suited to handson learning. Rather than simply observing traditions, students can participate in cooking classes, salsa lessons, folkloric dance workshops and other cultural experiences. Bomba and plena, for example, offer opportunities to explore the island’s musical traditions and African inf luences through rhythm, movement and storytelling. Food can become part of the curriculum, too. Students can sample dishes such as mofongo, tostones and alcapurrias while learning how Indigenous, African, Spanish and other influences have shaped Puerto Rican cuisine. A visit to a local market can even become a scavenger hunt, with students identifying unfamiliar ingredients and learning about the plants and foods grown on the island. Groups interested in language immersion can also take advantage of the island’s bilingual environment. Interacting with local residents—and, when possible, students from Puerto Rican schools—can give travelers a more personal perspective on daily life, education and culture on the island.

EXPLORE BEYOND SAN JUAN A student trip does not have to stop in the capital. In southern Puerto Rico, Ponce offers another collection of historical and cultural attractions. Students can explore Plaza Las Delicias and the distinctive Parque de Bombas, a former fire station that now operates as a museum, before visiting museums and historic buildings throughout the city. The Museo de Arte de Ponce offers another academic angle, with a collection spanning Puerto Rican, American, African and European art. Meanwhile, the Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico—while currently undergoing renovations— offers interactive tours, workshops and educational programming designed specifically for students and teachers. School groups can arrange tours focused on particular themes or subjects, followed by creative workshops that allow students to explore those ideas themselves. Students can also travel farther into the island’s cultural history at the Caguana Indigenous Ceremonial Park, one of the Caribbean’s important Taíno archaeological sites. The site provides an opportunity to examine Puerto Rico’s history from a perspective that predates European colonization. BUILD AROUND DISCOVERY One of Puerto Rico’s advantages for student travel is the ability to combine very different experiences without spending entire days in transit. The island is roughly 100 miles long, and its geography makes it possible to move from rainforest to coast to mountain communities within a relatively compact itinerary. A trip might begin with colonial history in San Juan, move into rainforest ecology at El Yunque, continue with cultural experiences and local food, and finish with a bioluminescentbay excursion. Another itinerary could focus on the arts and humanities, combining Old San Juan, museums, Ponce, traditional music and dance, and a visit to Caguana. The key is to build the trip around participation rather than sightseeing alone. Puerto Rico gives students plenty to look at, but its greatest educational opportunities come when they are encouraged to ask questions, try something unfamiliar, meet local people and experience the island on more than one level.

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Often, travel involves rushing through a checklist of touristy sites and activities so one can say, “Been there, saw that, done that, and check it off of my bucket list.” However, today’s travelers are being more purposeful in their exploration of the world and seek intentional travel experiences. What is intentional travel? Kim Hyde, a travel agent in Kentucky, defines it as, “Travelers who want experiences built around their interests and not just traditional sightseeing. They don’t want to look at a destination through a bus window, but they want to be changed by their experiences. Travelers want connection, hands-on experiences, and opportunities to be immersed in a destination.”

Another way to look at intentional travel is to identify an itinerary that has a clear purpose and mindful choices. There are three key aspects of organizing intentional travel. First, educators should define their why before determining a destination. What is the purpose of visiting this destination? Is it to learn, relax, immerse the group in the arts, grow, adventure, or something else? Next, the journey should embrace slow travel—staying in a region longer to learn its daily rhythm and avoid burnout. This provides opportunities to build real relationships with people and places. Finally, set up opportunities for students to engage with locals. This could involve eating at family-owned

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restaurants, learning local phrases, volunteering with a local group, organizing a homestay, supporting the local economy, and respecting the local traditions. By adhering to these three key aspects of intentional travel, you can help students gain a fresh, positive outlook and have more meaningful travel experiences. Ingrid, a nomad traveler, wrote an article, “Simple Rules for Intentional Travel,” on Intentionaltravelers.com. She listed seven basic rules to follow that provide deeper travel experiences. First, learn some of the language. Simple phrases like hello, goodbye, please, and thank you show locals you want to engage with them. Second, smile and greet people according to their local customs. These small

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I made connections, had hands-on experiences, and truly immersed myself in my destinations. I CAME HOME WITH A DEEPER APPRECIATION FOR THE PEOPLE, THE CULTURE, AND CUSTOMS OF THESE COUNTRIES. gestures make a difference. Third, stay longer in a destination. A longer visit allows time to delve deeper and learn the culture and history of a place. Fourth, be respectful and show reverence to others. Fifth, spread the wealth by shopping local and supporting the local economy. Sixth, shift the focus from taking to giving. Seventh, befriend locals. The best way to explore a destination is to get to know the locals and discover hidden gems. In the summer of 2026, I traveled solo to Eastern Europe to explore the territory of the former Yugoslavia that split into six countries and one partially recognized state. I spent five weeks exploring Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Slovenia, and Kosovo. This time, I wanted to be more intentional in my travel to these destinations. I wanted to stay in each city three to five nights, where I could immerse myself in the culture. I planned to engage with locals to learn about unique sights, restaurants, tours, and museums-places locals visited. I would stay in hostels, where I could interact and learn from world travelers. My transportation would be local buses and trains. Finally, I did not want my days filled with activities from sunrise to sunset. I wanted free time to explore, engage, and let my free spirit and intentional travel focus take the lead. Prior to departing the United States, I booked a round-trip f light to Slovenia and hostels in each destination, but I did not confirm anything else. For

many people, an unplanned trip can be uncomfortable, but I wanted more purpose in my travels, and to wander mindfully, connect authentically, and be spontaneous. My five-week intentional travel to Eastern Europe was absolutely amazing, and provided me with numerous meaningful travel experiences that I have ref lected often since then. By adhering to slow travel, I had ample time to immerse myself in each destination. I didn’t feel rushed to visit the touristy sights. I had extra time to enjoy long dinners at outdoor cafes, spend time with fellow hostelers, visit unique museums, experience interesting activities, take walks in preserved medieval-walled cities and along beaches, and learn about the history and culture of these countries. When I arrived in a new destination, I spent time talking to locals to get

recommendations, and then made a plan for the next few days. When I was ready to travel to the next destination, I booked bus or train travel. The bus rides, some as long as 12 hours, gave me ample time to converse with fellow travelers, and learn about their lives, customs, and cultures, and enjoy scenery along the way. I made connections, had handson experiences, and truly immersed myself in my destinations. I came home with a deeper appreciation for the people, the culture, and customs of these countries. How do you want your students to feel, learn, and grow on your trip? How do you want them to experience a place, rather than only focusing on where you go or what you see? Be intentional as you plan your student travel. It will make a difference in your and your students’ lives.

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Mirta Valdés-Bradner teaches in a rural area, where over 60% of the students are free and reduced lunch. This means limited access to group travel, which has led Valdés-Bradner to bring travel back into her classroom. As a teacher of world languages at North Caroline High School in River Road, Maryland, she is also a dedicated support of AP programs and one of only 23 State Advocate Leads in the country. She was a finalist for 2026 Traveling Teacher of the Year, nominated because: “As a global educator, Sra. Valdés-Bradner intentionally incorporates virtual exchanges and guest speakers to humanize global connections and give students opportunities to engage in meaningful communication in the target language. By simulating travel experiences through projects, cultural comparisons, and inquiry-based learning, this helps students who may never have the opportunity to travel see themselves as global citizens.” We asked Mirta Valdés-Bradner a bit more about her approach.

YOU’RE A FUND FOR TEACHERS FELLOW IN PANAMA AND AN NEA GLOBAL LEARNING FELLOWSHIP PARTICIPANT IN COSTA RICA. TELL US ABOUT THOSE. Both fellowships have been transformative experiences for me as an educator. As an NEA Global Learning Fellow in 2024, I traveled to Costa Rica to explore global education, sustainability, and culture. In 2025, as a Fund for Teachers Fellow, I traveled to Panama to deepen my understanding of its culture, history, and global connections. I brought both experiences back to my Spanish classroom through authentic stories, projects, and cultural connections, helping my students see how language can open doors to the world. HOW DO YOU BRING TRAVEL BACK TO THE CLASSROOM? I intentionally bring travel experiences back into my classroom through handson, meaningful projects that make learning tangible. After studying Costa Rica, students create traditional oxcarts, and through our work on Panama, they design molas that ref lect cultural identity and storytelling. We also connect global learning

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to real world impact, such as growing lettuce in our tower garden to explore sustainability and solutions to hunger. Beyond projects, I focus on building confidence through everyday, reallife skills in the target language from ordering food, navigating transportation, and understanding cultural norms. Even when we are not traveling abroad, I recreate that sense of exploration in the classroom. My students use colorful “passports” to document their learning as we “travel” together, helping them see themselves as active participants in a global community. HOW DO YOU SEE STUDENTS REACTING TO THOSE EXPERIENCES? My students become more curious, engaged, and willing to participate when our lessons become authentic. Whether I bring in a guest speaker through Zoom, share an artifact from one of my travels, or tell stories from experiences I’ve had abroad, they begin to see Spanish as more than a subject—they see it as a connection to real people and the world beyond our classroom. Those moments often spark questions, conversations, and a genuine desire to learn more. Like I say: “The world is our classroom.”

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ANY ADVICE YOU’D GIVE FELLOW TEACHERS? Don’t let finances keep you from bringing the world to your students. Start small—explore your own community, take short trips, invite virtual guests, and share authentic artifacts and experiences. And keep looking for grants and fellowships. Remember, you do not have to travel far to bring the world closer to your students.

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My journey began in an airport at the age of four, not in a standard classroom. Seeing airplanes out the window, standing at attention, seemingly waiting for my permission to whisk everyone off to their destination, was exhilarating. As the daughter of a diplomat currently stationed in India, I’ve lived in seven different countries: Zambia, Nepal, Malawi, Sri Lanka, Brazil, India, and the United States. Having had more first days of school than most, I packed experiences, cultures, and identities along with my books. These moves taught me how to see the world, people, and myself. Every move presented its own challenges. At ten, I arrived in Brazil unable to speak Portuguese. I remember standing alone and watching other kids laugh at jokes I couldn’t understand. They weren’t excluding me, but the language barrier made me feel invisible. Eventually, I learned words like legal (cool), cara (dude), and beleza (okay). Those words opened the door to invaluable friendships and taught me that connection doesn’t begin with f luency; it begins when you start trying. But being seen wasn’t always comfortable because my pronunciation was very different from my friends’. In Malawi, I learned a different lesson. Since everyone looked like me, I thought fitting in would be easy. It wasn’t. My classmates called me names and couldn’t relate to my interests and how I spoke. Their comments

I saw how politics can disintegrate even the strongest systems. I also learned that EDUCATION, INFORMATION, AND PARTICIPATION CAN BOLSTER INSTITUTIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS ALIKE.

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made me feel like an outsider. But I soon learned that Malawians are direct, brutally honest in ways I was unfamiliar with. That taught me that intent and impact don’t always align, and I should listen before reacting. Living in Nepal taught me about global responsibility. Pollution was not just something I read in a book; it was something I lived every day. People burned coal for warmth, and smoke turned the Kathmandu valley’s sky dark gray. I checked the air quality index before leaving home and wore a mask to school, long before COVID-19. It made climate change real and urgent to me. Back in Brazil, I witnessed protests that divided the country. I saw how politics can disintegrate even the strongest systems. I also learned that education, information, and participation can bolster institutions and relationships alike. These moves equipped me to identify the first-day-ofschool jitters in others; that uncertain look that I know very well. In ninth grade, I saw a girl sitting alone in French class, looking terrified, so I invited her to lunch and introduced her to my friends. We all became friends. Helping her feel less alone made me realize how much my experiences could help others. Now, after many hours in airports and on planes, I want to become a pilot because f lying connects people across countries, cultures, and languages. This year, I will attend an aviation high school to make my dream reality. Representation matters, and pilots who look like me are rare. I want to change that for others who need to see that it is possible. I’ve learned that no matter where people are from, they want safety, dignity, and belonging. The world is my classroom, teaching me resilience, kindness, and openness; lessons I will share along the way.

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Educational Tours, Inc. / https://www.tours-eti.com Contact: info@tours-eti.com / Address: 2385 Delhi Commerce Dr, Ste 1-A, Holt, MI 48842 / Phone: 800-654-4560 / Fax: 517-699-0677 Educational Tours, Inc., a Certified Student Travel Organization, is dedicated to delivering powerful educational and performance experiences with worry-free travel in the U.S. and internationally. With over 140 years of collective planning experience, ETI takes the guesswork out of trip planning and puts all the service you need in one place! Educational Travel Adventures Educational Travel Services, Inc. EduTravel EF Educational Tours Canada EF Explore America Ellison Travel & Tours Ltd Emerald Student Travel EPN Travel Services First Class School Tours Flamingo Educational Tours Florida and Beyond Group Travel Florida Film & STEM Academy Forum Music Festivals / Forum Educational Travel Four Seasons Tours Four Winds Tours and Travel Freedom Tours - USA Gateway Music Festivals & Tours Gerber Tours, Inc. GL Travel Global Tourisme Global Travel Alliance, Inc. GLR Tours Good News Tour & Travel, Inc. Good News Travels Grand Classroom, Inc. Great Day! Tours & Charter Bus Service

174 Sweetmans Ln, Millstone, NJ, 8535 PO Box 82605, Portland, OR, 97282 42 Sousa Mendes St, Toronto, ON, M6P 0B2, CAN 80 Bloor St. W, 16th Floor, Toronto, ON M5S 2V1, CAN 2 Education Cir, Cambridge, MA, 2141 311 Main St, Exeter, ON, N0M 1S7, CAN 922 Consortium Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27603 1784 W. Schuylkill Rd, Douglassville, PA, 19518 1665 East Brook Dr, Conyers, GA, 30012 10049 NW 1st Ct, Plantation, FL, 33324 6334 Parson Brown Dr, Orlando, FL, 32819 1261 Winter Garden Vineland Rd, Winter Garden, FL, 34787 1370 Brea Blvd, Ste 109, Fullerton, CA, 92835 2582 Maguire Rd, #218, Ocoee, FL, 34761 6800 Jericho Tpke, Ste 120W, New york, NY, 11791 PO Box 24257, Lexington, KY, 40524 PO Box 1165, Monticello, MN, 55362 105 Maxess Rd, Ste 217S, Melville, NY, 11747 8780 Auburn Folsom Rd, Granite Bay, CA, 95746 275 rue du Parvis, Quebec, QC, G1K 6G7, CAN 12750 Nicollet Ave, Burnsville, MN, 55337 287 Langley Rd, #40, Newton Center, MA, 2459 1818 Wooddale Dr, Ste 103, Woodbury, MN, 55125 3504-12 Hwy 153, Greenville, SC, 29611 PO Box 7166, Charlottesville, VA, 22906 375 Treeworth Blvd, Cleveland, OH, 44147

732-410-5677 503-653-3988 416-923-4683 800-263-2806 240-384-4674 519-235-2000 919-218-4050 888-323-0974 813-952-8732 954-915-9199 407-624-4787 407-782-4302 888-763-6786 800-421-4159 516-334-2400 859-967-8747 800-331-8579 516-826-5000 800-681-4578 418-684-0662 866-313-2577 516-383-9877 651-487-0661 800-288-5575 434-975-2629 440-526-5350 x20

https://www.ETAdventures.com https://www.etsi.ws https://www.edutravelforcredit.com https://www.eftours.ca https://www.efexploreamerica.com https://www.ellisontravel.com https://www.emeraldstudenttravel.com https://www.epntravel.com https://www.flamingoedutours.com https://www.fabgrouptravel.com http://www.flfilmacademy.com https://www.forummusicfestivals.com https://www.fourseasons-tours.com https://www.fourwindstours.com https://freedomtoursusa.com https://musicfestivals.com https://www.gerbertours.com https://www.gltravelco.com https://www.globaltravelalliance.com https://www.glrtours.com https://www.goodnewstt.com https://www.goodnewstravels.com https://www.grandclassroom.com https://www.greatdaytours.com

Great Falls Travel / https://www.greatfallstravel.com Contact: Sean Grant, Group Travel Specialist, sean@greatfallstravel.com / Address: 800 4th St SW, Washington, DC 20024 / Phone: 202-790-4315 Educator-owned and operated, Great Falls Travel creates custom, curriculum-inspired tours built around each group, connecting classroom learning with history, culture, and discovery through real-world experiences. Green Light Group Tours Group Tours USA, LLC Group Travel Consultants, Inc. Group Travel Network Grueninger Music Tours Guardian Travel Group Hampton Jitney Hans Travel Happy Tours Harmony Tours/Choirs of America/Harmony Productions Heart of America Productions Hemisphere Educational Travel Holbrook Field Trips IHG InterContinental Hotels Group Infinity Tours & Events inspiresport LLC Integrity Tours International Student Tours, Inc. InTune Travel & Tours Joe O’Reilly Ireland Junior Tours Kaleidoscope Adventures, Inc. Kelly Tours, Inc. La Belle Route Custom Tours Landmark Educational Tours Launchpad Orlando Legacy Student Travel Live Travel and Tours MARQUIS Discoveries MARS Tours & Travel Meagan Lombardi Travel Design Music Celebrations International Music Festivals & Tours/Music Showcase Festivals

72 Valencia St, St Augustine, FL, 32084 19989 Orrick Trail, Kirksville, MO, 63501 9000 Verona Sound Way, Orlando, FL, 32829 1515 Park Center Dr, Ste 2K, Orlando, FL, 32835 9011 N. Meridian St, Ste 100, Indianapolis, IN, 46260 10929 Franklin Ave, Ste S, Franklin Park, IL, 60131 253 Edwards Ave, Calverton, NY, 11933 7601 Little River Tpk, Ste 201, Annandale, VA, 22003 15f Millbank Tower, London SW1P 4QP, United Kingdom 1001 East Harmony Rd, Ste A-300, Fort Collins, CO, 80525 5348 W Vermont St, Ste 200, Indianapolis, IN, 46224 1375 E. Woodfield Rd, Ste 530, Schaumburg, IL, 60173 1502 New Hill-Olive Chapel Rd, Apex, NC, 27502 3 Ravinia Dr, Ste 100, Atlanta, GA 30346 440 N University Ave, #103, Provo, UT, 84664 1115 Howell Mill Rd, Ste 380, Atlanta, GA, 30318 300 SE 2nd St, Ste 600, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, 33301 2330 East Bidwell St, Ste 201, Folsom, CA, 95630 1336 Woodland Rd, Kohler, WI, 53044 River House, Blackpool Park, Cork, , T23 R5TF, IRE 935 Route 34, Matawan, NJ, 7747 PO Box 611, Oakland, FL, 34760 2788 US Hwy 80 W, Savannah, GA, 31408 3245 Melrose Ln, Keswick, VA, 22947 1 Central St, Ste 205, Middleton, MA, 1949 301 S. Tubb St, Ste E-2, Oakland, FL, 34760 703 Dudley St, Decorah, IA, 52101 Carlton House, 19 W St, Epsom, , KT18 7RL, UK PO BOX 342, Goochland, VA, 23063 PO Box 1390, Stephens City, VA, 22655 N52W20065 Beechcraft Rd, Menomonee Falls, WI, 53051 1440 S. Priest Dr, Ste 102, Tempe, AZ, 85281 PO Box 4579, Reading, PA, 19606

904-685-9982 202-800-8188 407-207-4371 407-347-5921 317-581-1122 847-957-7293 631-283-4600 x7106 703-658-1717 44 201 3346151 800-284-2177 317-683-0933 847-541-7575 919-363-6276 770-604-5700 801-477-8963 470-300-5080 888-462-9566 916-850-1976 x109 920-452-7244 353-21-4385700 732-566-0050 800-774-7337 912-964-2010 434-806-7341 781-968-5782 724-287-3222 x213 563-382-1271 44-1372-722154 434-906-6895 540-869-1864 917-822-1750 480-894-3330 610-898-1844

https://www.greenlightgrouptours.com https://grouptoursusa.com https://www.gogtc.com https://www.grouptravelnetwork.com https://www.gogmt.com https://www.guardiantravelgroup.com/ https://www.hamptonjitney.com/tours https://www.hanstravel.com http://www.happytours.eu https://www.Go2Harmony.com https://www.hoachoir.com https://www.hemispheretravel.com http://www.busfieldtrips.com http://www.ihg.com http://www.infinitytours.us inspiresportglobal.com http://www.integritytours.com https://www.istours.com https://www.intunetravelagency.com https://www.jorireland.com/ https://www.juniortours.com http://www.mykatrip.com https://www.kellytours.com https://www.travelbelleroute.com https://landmarkeducationaltours.com https://www.launchpadorlando.com https://www.legacystudenttravel.com https://www.livetravelandtours.com/ https://MARQUISDiscoveries.com http://www.takeafuntrip.com https://mltraveldesign.com https://www.musiccelebrations.com https://www.musfestivals.com T E AC H T R AV E L .O R G

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2 0 2 7 EBG | T R AV E L PL A N N E R S ORGANIZATION Music Travel Consultants Music USA Musicians Abroad

ADDRESS 5348 W Vermont St, Indianapolis, IN, 46224 116 Gatlin Ave, Orlando, FL, 32806 5348 W Vermont St, Ste 200, Indianapolis, IN, 46224

PHONE 317-637-0837 800-654-3018 800-616-1112

WEBSITE https://www.musictravel.com https://www.MusicUSA.org https://www.musiciansabroad.com

NationsClassroom / https://www.nationsclasroomtours.com Contact: Lindsey Tripp, ltripp@nationsclassroom.com / Address: 9204 Center Oak Ct, 2nd Floor, Mechanicsville, VA 23116 / Phone: 800-900-1776 Exceeding Educator Expectations, Every Trip. We turn destinations into classrooms with immersive experiences that connect to curriculum, spark curiosity, and make learning unforgettable. NationsClassroom—Where great teaching meets the world. New England Coach Tour and Travel Notch Above Tours Noteworthy Tours, Inc. Nowak Tours One If By Land Tours Orange Sky Travel

17 Freetown Rd, Raymond, NH, 3077 PO Box 8585, BURLINGTON, VT, 5402 231 West Washington Row, Sandusky, OH, 44870 1395 Barn Run Dr, Valley City, OH, 44280 PO Box 78798, Charlotte, NC, 28271 PO Box 1802, Simpsonville, SC, 29681

603-895-3000 802-540-0055 x3 419-627-2757 330-483-4900 704-884-2415 864-365-6202

http://www.newenglandcoach.com https://www.notchabovetours.com https://www.noteworthytours.com https://www.nowaktours.com http://www.oneifbylandtours.com https://orangeskytravel.com/

Orchestrated Adventures and Tours / https://www.orchestratedadventurestoursllc.com Contact: Shaun Hammonds, President, shaun@orchestratedtadventurestoursllc.com / Address: PO Box 508, Elba, AL 36323 / Phone: 800-670-3139 Where Opportunity Meets Adventure! We create customized travel experiences designed around your group, your goals, and your budget. From transportation and hotels to attractions, meals, performances, and detailed itineraries, our team coordinates the pieces so your group can focus on making memories. Our Group Tour P.A.C.E. Travel

24 Cleo Ln, Pontotoc, MS, 38863 PO Box 699, Naples, NC, 28760

662-586-2208 828-698-0634

https://www.ourgrouptour.com https://www.pacetravel.net

Peak Group Travel / https://peakgrouptravel.com Contact: Bruce Rickert, br@peakgrouptravel.com / Address: 6542A Lower York Rd, Ste 144, New Hope, PA 18938 / Phone: 215-598-8690 Peak Group Travel specializes in custom performance tours, to both domestic and international destinations: delivering musical, educational, and cultural tours for students of all ages.

Perform America / Perform International Perform America-TX, LLC Performance Tours Performing Arts Consultants Festivals & Tours Premier Tour & Travel Prodigy Student Travel, Inc. Prometour Educational Tours Purposeful Journeys Putney Student Travel Ready Travel and Logistics Inc Receptively Yours Rein Teen Tours Richmond Tours Rock the Boat Cruises

1050 Crown Pointe Pkwy, Ste 500, Atlanta, GA, 30338 5517 Louetta Rd, Spring, TX, 77379 PO Box 188, Lake Elmo, MN, 55042 807 Mantoloking Rd, Brick, NJ, 8723 499 N. Hermitage Rd, Ste B, Hermitage, PA, 16148 1001 High St, Worthington, OH, 43085 339 Rue St, Paul E, Montreal, QC, H2Y 1H3, CAN 3095 Lexington Ave, Ste 400, Cape Girardeau, MO, 63701 345 Hickory Ridge Rd, Putney, VT, 5346 3049 Edgewater Ln, La Crosee, WI, 54603 1349 Olympia Park Cir, Ocoee, FL, 34761 500 Valley Rd, Ste 201, Wayne, NJ, 07470-3528 101 Seaview Ave, Staten Island, NY, 10304 2582 Maguire Rd, #218, Ocoee, FL, 34761

770-220-2242 281-886-7690 763-576-6909 732-475-6200 724-342-4546 x105 614-436-8747 800-304-9446 573-803-0432 802-387-5000 608-792-2349 407-905-0992 973-785-1113 718-979-3111 407-654-2500

https://perform-international.com https://www.perform-america-tx.com https://www.perftours.com https://www.usafest.org https://www.premiertourandtravel.com https://www.prodigystudenttravel.com https://www.prometour.com https://purposefuljourneys.org https://www.goputney.com https://Readytravel.com https://www.receptivelyyours.com https://www.reinteentours.com http://www.richmond-tours.org https://www.rocktheboat-cruises.com/

Rodotours

Calzada del Valle 400 Local 10, Del Valle, 66220 San Pedro Garza García, NL, MEX

52-81-13593122

http://www.rodotours.com

Scholastica Travel, Inc. School Tours of America Schools Out Tours Sharin’ the South Tours LLC Short Hills Tours Signature Elite Inc Small Journeys Inc and All Journeys, Inc. Son Tours, Inc. Southwestern Travel Group SPN Tours Steve Kay Productions Straight A Tours & Travel Student Adventures Student Horizons Student Tours by the Vacation Group Student Tours International Student Travel Navigators Inc Summit Tour & Travel Summit Travel and Tours, LLC Sunshine Travel Company, Inc. Super Holiday Tours Superior Travel and Tour, LLC Taylor Tours Teaching Through Travel Terra Magna LLC, DBA Terra Travel TK Tours, Inc.

601 S. Main St, Greensburg, PA, 15601 9600 Long Point Rd, Ste 350, Houston, TX, 77055 1247 Barney’s River Rd, Merigomish, NS, B0K 1G0, CAN 324 Cedar Glade Ct, Lebanon, TN, 37090 46 Chatham Rd, Short Hills, NJ, 7078 1306 Antioch Pike, Nashville, TN, 37211 20 Ingham Rd, Briarcliff, NY, 10510 PO Box 1839, Duluth, GA, 30096 2451 Atrium Way, Nashville, TN, 37214 86 Pleasant St, Apt 2, Portland, ME, 4101 170 W. 73rd, Ste 9A-1, New York, NY, 10023 6526 Old Brick Rd, Ste 120, #508, Windermere, FL, 34786 2430 E Hill Rd, Ste A, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439 13 Buccleugh St, Moffat Beach, Queensland, , 04511, AUS 5624 Old Shell Rd, Mobile, AL, 36608 9835 Lake St, Pavilion, NY, 14525 PO Box 470066, Charlotte, NC, 28247 PO Box 682240, Orlando, FL, 32868 2250 Double Creek Dr, Ste 5732, Round Rock, TX, 78664 12400 Portland Ave S, Ste 125, Burnsville, MN, 55337 116 Gatlin Ave, Orlando, FL, 32806 5466 Vernie Kirk Rd, Pocahontas, TN, 38061 645 Main St, Ste 202, Tell City, IN, 47586 132 Mimosa Ln, Bainbridge, Ga, GA, 39819 1914 S Power Rd, Ste 109, Mesa, AZ, 85206 805 Abacos Ct, Greer, SC, 29650

724-837-4600 x108 713-973-1189 877-955-2244 615-846-0867 973-467-2113 615-727-7620 914-762-4700 770-813-4696 800-222-4441 207-441-0091 646-872-3786 800-237-5440 810-953-2080 x123 1-61-7-3067-3649 305-715-8131 585-768-5345 704-998-9043 407-290-6777 512-656-6823 952-303-7313 407-851-0060 770-574-4943 x101 812-547-2923 229-220-1223 480-820-0701 800-352-1644

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TMG Travel

Av Lázaro Cárdenas 2424, Torre Trébol Park Piso8 CD, Col Residencial San Agustín, NL, 66266, MEX

52-25627414

https://www.tmgtravel.com.mx

Tour Resource Consultants

6811 Shawnee Mission Pkwy, Ste 221, Overland Park, KS, 66202

913-538-5524

http://tourresource.com

Tour Time / https://www.tourtime.com Contact: Brent Imrie, brent.imrie@tourtime.co.nz / Phone: +64 9 426 8037 33 years in Business, with offices in New Zealand, Australia, USA, United Kingdom & Europe. We are a full receptive white label tour operator specializing in Educational, STEM, Music and Sports tours for high schools, college and adult groups. Tour-Rific of Texas, Inc.

13810 Champion Forest Dr, Houston, TX, 77069

281-587-9555

https://www.tour-rific.com

Travel With Barb / https://travelwithbarb.com Contact: Barb Mock, barb@travelwithbarb.com / Address: 11919 P St, Ste D, Omaha, NE 68137 / Phone: 402-614-9793 We are passionate about creating memorable educational and performance travel experiences combined with incredible value and outstanding service. TravelAdvocates Travelmation LLC TripAdventures TripU Tours Unique Travels & Tours, Inc. Universal Vision/Jupiter Legend Vamonos Tours Viajes A Plus – Puerto Rico Voyages Objectif Terre

1101 Ocean Ave, Ste 702, Asbury Park, NJ, 7712 1180 N Federal Hwy, Ste 903, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304 180 Front St, Apt 8F, Brooklyn, NY, 11201 1617 Park Place Ave, Ste 110-Trip, Fort Worth, TX, 76110 PO Box 516, Hooks, TX, 75561 37-20 Prince St, Ste 2E, Flushing, NY, 11354 PO BOX 7842, WILMINGTON, DE, 19803 PO Box 361443, San Juan, , 00936, PR 1200 Blvd, Roland-Therrien, Longueuil, QC, J4J 4L6, CAN

201-222-1990 954-247-4064 336-944-7190 817-523-8355 903-280-7161 212-334-4222 x998 888-366-6121 787-722-7587 450-679-2227

https://www.traveladvocates.com https://www.travelmation.net/ https://gotripadventures.com https://www.triputours.com https://www.uniquetravels.com https://uvbookings.toursbms.com/ https://www.vamonostours.com https://www.viajesaplus.com https://www.objectif-terre.ca

Westbridge Travel, LLC / https://www.westbridgetravel.com Contact: Tim Branson, Managing Partner, tim@westbridgetravel.com / Address: 2687 Greenville Hwy, 490, Flat Rock, NC 28731 / Phone: 888-368-7477 With more than 50 years of combined experience in group travel and in the classroom, we fully understand the challenges associated with planning a trip for your students. We focus on the details so you can stay focused on the #1 priority: your group. Westcoast Connection Wolfe Adventures & Tours LLC World Expeditions Schools WorldStrides Young Transportation & Tours

154 E. Boston Post Rd, Mamaroneck, NY, 10543 163 High St, Newburyport, MA, 1950 47 William St, Ottawa, ON, K1N 6Z9, CAN 701 E Water St, Ste 200, Charlottesville, VA, 22902 843 Riverside Dr, Asheville, NC, 28804

914-835-0699 978-255-1645 800-567-2216 x215 434-531-3328 828-258-0084 x1326

https://www.westcoastconnection.com https://www.wolfetours.com https://worldexpeditionsschools.com https://www.worldstrides.com https://www.youngtransportation.com

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SYTA Youth Foundation Donors! Thank you to the following companies for supporting SYTA and the SYTA Youth Foundation. Their support fuels SYTA and SYF’s investment in development, research, education, and scholarships—strengthening the student travel industry for everyone. TRAILBLAZER $20,000 - $49,999 Explore Branson | WorldStrides

WINGMAN $500 - $999

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2027 EBG | SUPPLIERS UNITED STATES ALABAMA Alabama Tourism Department Capital Trailways Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau Huntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau Spirit Coach, LLC US Space and Rocket Center, Home of Space Camp Visit Tuscaloosa Yedla Hotel Management Company

https://www.alabama.travel www.capitaltrailways.com https://www.birminghamal.org https://www.huntsville.org www.spirit-coach.com/ https://www.rocketcenter.com visittuscaloosa.com https://www.yedlahotels.com/

ALASKA John Hall’s Alaska Premier Alaska Tours, Inc. Visit Anchorage

kissalaska.com https://www.premieralaskatours.com https://www.anchorage.net

ARKANSAS The Great Passion Play

www.greatpassionplay.org

ARIZONA Pink Jeep Tours

www.pinkadventuretours.com

CALIFORNIA Airwallex Alcatraz City Cruises American Stage Tours Anaheim Desert Palms Hotel & Suites

https://www.airwallex.com/us alcatrazcitycruises.com www.americanstagetours.com https://www.desertpalmshotel.com

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel / https://majesticgardenhotel.com Contact: Cindy Smith | Director of Sales & Marketing, csmith@majesticgardenhotel.com / Address: 900 South Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802 / Phone: 714-234-2405 / 844-227-8535 Steps from Disneyland, our hotel offers free on-site coach parking, free park shuttles, secure interior guest rooms, group dining, pool, game room, and on-site security. Anaheim Portofino Inn and Suites Aquarium of the Pacific Battleship IOWA Museum Broadway in Hollywood Broadway San Diego California Academy of Sciences Carreras Tours, LLC Catalina Express Catalina Tours Clarion Hotel Anaheim Resort Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim Cosm Hollywood Park LLC Cultivate Advisors

https://www.anaheimportofinoinnandsuites.com/ www.aquariumofpacific.org www.pacificbattleship.com www.BroadwayinHollywood.com/Groups www.broadwaysd.com https://www.calacademy.org https://www.carrerastours.com https://www.catalinaexpress.com catalinatours.com https://www.clarionanaheim.com http://www.clementinehotel.com https://cosm.com/ https://cultivateadvisors.com/

Disney Imagination Campus at Disneyland Resort / https://www.disneycampus.com Contact: dlr.campus.sales@disney.com / Address: 1150 West Magic Way, Anaheim, CA 92802 / Phone: 321-939-7560 Inspire the next generation of creative thinkers through the magic of Disneyland® Resort. Choose from enriching Educational Workshops, Performing Arts experiences, or Student Group Tickets. DoubleTree by Hilton Buena Park Doubletree Los Angeles Norwalk Element by Westin Anaheim Resort Convention Center Elite Executive Charter Embassy Suites Anaheim North Embassy Suites Brea Exploratorium Forum Music Festivals / Forum Educational Travel Fullerton Marriott at California State University Graff Tours H & L Charter Company, Inc. Harbor Breeze Cruises Hilton Garden Inn Old Town/Seaworld San Diego Holiday Inn & Suites - Anaheim Homewood Suites by Hilton-Anaheim Main Gate Hotel CaZa, Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco

https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/laxbndt-doubletree-buena-park/ https://www.losangelesnorwalk.doubletree.com marriott.com/SNAEL www.elitecharter.com/ www.esanaheim.com www.embassysuitesbrea.com www.exploratorium.edu https://www.forummusicfestivals.com www.marriottfullerton.com https://grafftours.com https://www.hlcharter.com www.2seewhales.com https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sanswgi-hilton-garden-inn-san-diego-old-town-seaworld-area/ https://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/anaheim/laxaw/hoteldetail https://www.homewoodsuitesanaheim.com/ www.hotelcaza.com

Hotel Lulu, BW Premier Collection / https://www.hotellulu.com Contact: Dan Correa, Director of Sales / Address: 1850 S. Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92802 / Phone: 657-688-5858 Hotel Lulu offers STYA members discounted hot breakfast with 10 plus group rooms and discounted bus parking ($35.00 per bus). Hotel Zephyr Fisherman’s Wharf

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https://www.hotelzephyrsf.com

Hyatt Regency Valencia J. Paul Getty Museum Legends Attractions - SoFi Stadium Tours Los Angeles Dodgers Lux Bus America Co. Manhattan Hotel Group

https://visitsantaclarita.com/ https://www.getty.edu https://www.sofistadium.com/stadium-tours https://www.mlb.com/dodgers https://www.luxbusamerica.com www.manhattanhg.com

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe / https://www.margaritavilleresorts.com Contact: Steven “Marty” Grant, Director of Sales & Marketing, sgrant@margaritavilleresortlaketahoe.com / Address: 4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 / Phone: 530-543-2107 Give student groups a Lake Tahoe stay with spacious suites, mountain views, indoor pool, on-site dining, and easy access to Heavenly Village and outdoor adventures! Pacific Coachways Charter Services, Inc. Pacific Symphony Prospera Hilton Hotels Royal Coach Tours Samesun Hostels San Diego Tourism Authority San Francisco Giants SeaWorld San Diego Segerstrom Center for the Arts Sheraton Universal Hotel

https://www.pacificcoachways.com https://www.pacificsymphony.org https://www.royal-coach.com samesun.com www.sandiego.org www.sfgiants.com https://seaworld.com/san-diego/ https://www.scfta.org https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bursi-sheraton-universal-hotel/overview/

Six Flags - West Coast (California’s Great America, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom/Hurricane Harbor Concord, Knott’s Berry Farm, Six Flags Magic Mountain, Hurricane Harbor Phoenix) Six Flags - Northern & Southern California (Six Flags Discovery Kingdom / Hurricane Harbor Concord, California’s Great America, & Six Flags Magic Mountain)

https://www.sixflags.com/discoverykingdom/groups/student-and-youth

Strack Ground Transportation The Anaheim Hotel Transportation Charter Services, Inc. Travel Santa Ana UC Santa Barbara Conference & Hospitality Services Universal Studios Hollywood Visit Anaheim Visit Santa Clarita Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood WeTravel

https://strackground.com/ https://www.theanaheimhotel.com https://www.tcsbus.com http://www.travelsantaana.com www.conferences.ucsb.edu www.universalhollywoodyouth.com http://www.anaheimoc.org www.santa-clarita.com https://www.wbstudiotour.com https://wetravel.com

COLORADO Harmony Tours / Choirs of America / Harmony Productions Millennium Hotels & Resorts Red Robin Tour Colorado

https://www.Go2Harmony.com www.millenniumhotels.com/ www.redrobin.com http://www.tourcolorado.org/

CONNECTICUT DATTCO Coach & Tour Travel Insured International, Inc. | A Crum & Forster Company

dattco.com www.travelinsured.com/

DELAWARE Vamonos Tours

https://www.vamonostours.com

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Central Photo Company DC By Foot Destination DC Guide Service of Washington, Inc. Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC Downtown Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - National Mall Hotel Rendale Washington DC Hyatt Place US Capitol Jimmy John’s Museum of the Bible National Geographic Museum of Exploration O Museum In The Mansion - The Secret Door Museum Shear Madness Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum The International Spy Museum Washington National Cathedral Yotel Washington, DC FLORIDA Air For Groups

www.centralphotocompany.com dcbyfoot.com https://www.washington.org https://www.dctourguides.com www.washingtondcdowntown.hgi.com/ https://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/washington/wassm/hoteldetail www.hotelrendaledc.com/ http://www.jimmyjohns.com https://www.museumofthebible.org/ https://www.nationalgeographic.org/society/visit-base-camp/ www.omuseum.org https://www.shearmadness.com https://airandspace.si.edu https://www.spymuseum.org cathedral.org yotel.com

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AllFly Aloft & Element Orlando International Drive Animado Events Apperone Around the Clock USA Inc. Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel BookMyGroup Busch Gardens Tampa Bay CCIS, Inc. Coco Key Resort Orlando Connexxions Bus Courtyard by Marriott Orlando Lake Buena Vista at Vista Centre Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Decision Tactical Delta Hotels Orlando Celebration Disney Imagination Campus at Walt Disney World Resort Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando - Lake Buena Vista Resort Empire Coach Line, Inc. ESCOT Bus Lines Experience Kissimmee Florida Film & STEM Academy Four Seasons Tours Galaxy Vacations Inc GF Hotels & Resorts GoPegasus Great Wolf Lodge South Florida GroupCollect Hard Rock Cafe Hilton Garden Inn Millenia Near Universal Orlando Resort Holiday Inn & Suites Orlando IDrive Theme Parks Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando Holiday Inn Express & Suites South Lake Buena Vista Holiday Inn Orlando SW - Celebration Area Holiday Inn Resort Lake Buena Vista Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites Waterpark Homewood Suites Lake Buena Vista Hunt & Palmer USA, Inc. Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville at Universal CityWalk Orlando Kaleidoscope Adventures, Inc. Launchpad Orlando Marriott Village Orlando Mears Transportation Group Merlin Entertainments Museum of Illusions Orlando Music USA Old Town Kissimmee OrlandoFest, LLC Patriot Rail Excursions Phoenix Bus Inc Planet Hollywood International Receptively Yours Rentyl Resorts Residence Inn by Marriott Orlando Lake Buena Vista Rock the Boat Cruises Ron Jon Surf Shop Rosen Hotels and Resorts, Inc. SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment Spark by Hilton Orlando Universal Blvd. Springhill Suites Orlando Lake Buena Vista St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & the Beaches VCB Super Holiday Tours The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk Trip Mate Universal Destinations & Experiences Universal Orlando Resort HOTELS UNO’s Villatel

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http://allfly.io https://www.animadoevents.com http://www.goapperone.com www.atcmco.com https://www.bworlando.com https://www.bookmygroup.com https://buschgardens.com/tampa/group-events/youth-events/ https://www.ccistravel.com https://www.cocokeyorlando.com www.connexxionsbus.com http://marriott.com/mcobn https://www.daytonabeach.com/ decisiontactical.com www.marriott.com/mcodk https://www.disneycampus.com https://www.drphillipscenter.org OrlandoLBV.EmbassySuites.com https://www.empirecoachline.com/ https://www.escotbuslines.com www.ExperienceKissimmee.com http://www.flfilmacademy.com https://www.fourseasons-tours.com www.galaxyvacations.com www.gfhotels.com/ https://www.gopegasus.com https://www.greatwolf.com/naples https://www.groupcollect.com https://www.hardrock.com www.hilton.com/en/hotels/mcomigi-hilton-garden-inn-orlando-i-4-millenia-blvd-mall/ https://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/orlando/mcorv/hoteldetail?msockid=237098bf5ce1631d27cf8d915d46624b www.hixuniversal.com HolidayInn.com/OrlandoSW https://www.hiresortlbv.com www.hisuitesorlando.com lakebuenavistaorlando.homewoodsuites.com www.huntandpalmer.com https://www.margaritavilleorlando.com http://www.mykatrip.com www.launchpadorlando.com http://www.marriottvillage.com www.mears.com https://www.merlinentertainments.biz moiorlando.com www.MusicUSA.org https://www.myoldtownusa.com www.orlandofest.com patriotrail.com/services/scenic-rail-excursions/ phoenixbusorlando.com http://www.earlenterprise.com https://www.receptivelyyours.com https://rentylresorts.com/request-for-proposal/ http://marriott.com/mcorl https://www.rocktheboat-cruises.com/ https://www.ronjonsurfshop.com https://www.rosenhotels.com https://www.seaworldorlando.com https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/mcouvpe-spark-orlando-universal-blvd/ www.marriott.com/mcoxw https://www.FloridasHistoricCoast.com www.SuperHoliday.com http://www.barrymorehotel.com https://www.tripmate.com https://www.universalorlandoyouth.com https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/sales/theme-parks/epic-universe www.unos.com villatel.com/

Visit Orlando Westgate Resorts

www.visitorlando.com https://www.westgateresorts.com

GEORGIA Atlanta Braves Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau Boxd Buca di Beppo / BDB Intermediate, LLC Cartersville Museum City College Football Hall of Fame Discover DeKalb Convention & Visitors Bureau Eagle Christian Tours Elite Savannah Travel Explore Gwinnett Georgia Aquarium Hilton Atlanta Northeast Six Flags - East Coast (Carowinds, Kings Dominion, Six Flags New England) Tourstore Unexpected Tours and Training LLC Visit Macon Visit Sandy Springs Visit Savannah World of Coca-Cola

braves.com https://discoveratlanta.com/ https://www.boxdmeals.com https://dineatbuca.com https://CartersvilleMuseumCity.com https://www.cfbhall.com/ https://www.atlantasdekalb.com eaglechristiantours.com EliteSavannahTravel.com https://www.exploregwinnett.org https://www.georgiaaquarium.org www.hilton.com/atlantanortheast https://www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia tourstore.app unexpectedatlanta.com https://visitmacon.org/ https://www.visitsandysprings.com www.visitsavannah.com/groups https://www.worldofcoca-cola.com

HAWAII Hawaii State Tours Kualoa Ranch Hawaii Polynesian Adventure Activities

https://www.hawaiistatetours.com/ www.kualoa.co, https://www.polyad.com

IDAHO Starline Collection

starlinecollection.com

ILLINOIS 360 CHICAGO Accent Performances American Writers Museum Big Bus Tours Brightspark Travel Broadway In Chicago Group Sales Centaur Systems Inc. Chicago Architecture Center Chicago Crime Tours and Experiences Chicago Motor Coach Inc Chicago’s Neighbor to the North, Lake County, Illinois Choose Chicago City Cruises Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile Flyover Attractions Global Charter Services dba BusBank Griffin Museum of Science and Industry Guardian Travel Group Hotel Indigo Chicago Vernon Hills Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center K&G Coach Line Inc Potbelly Sandwich Shop River North Hotel Collection Shedd Aquarium Skydeck Chicago SpringHill Suites Chicago Southwest at Burr Ridge/Hinsdale SpringHillSuites Chicago Elmhurst/Oakbrook Area The Field Museum Timi’s Tours Vandalia Bus Lines, Inc

https://www.360chicago.com accentperformances.com http://www.americanwritersmuseum.org http://www.bigbustours.com https://www.brightsparktravel.com https://www.broadwayinchicago.com www.centaursystemsinc.com https://www.architecture.org https://www.chicagocrimetours.com www.chicagomotorcoachinc.com www.visitlakecounty.org https://www.choosechicago.com https://www.cityexperiences.com/ embassymagmile.com/ www.experienceflyover.com/chicago www.busbank.com www.griffinmsi.org https://www.guardiantravelgroup.com/ www.ihg.com/hotelindigo/hotels/us/en/vernon-hills/vhlil/hoteldetail?cm_mmc=GoogleMaps-_-IN-_-US-_-VHLIL https://www.ilholocaustmuseum.org/ https://kgcoachline.com/ www.potbelly.com https://www.whitelodging.com/cities/chicago http://www.sheddaquarium.org www.theskydeck.com www.marriott.com/CHIBU www.marriott.com/CHIEM https://www.fieldmuseum.org timistransportation.com/ www.vandaliabuslines.com

Visit Lake County, Illinois / https://www.visitlakecounty.org Contact: Jayne Nordstrom, Group Sales Manager, jayne@lakecounty.org / Phone: 847-662-3993 North of Chicago, Lake County provides an affordable playground for your student group. Great Wolf Lodge, Six Flags Great America, and Gurnee Mills right here! Visit Springfield, IL

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2027 EBG | SUPPLIERS INDIANA Bennett Travel Educational Destinations Explore Evansville Heart of America Productions Music Travel Consultants Musicians Abroad

www.bennett-travel.com www.educationaldestinations.com https://www.exploreevansville.com/ www.hoachoir.com www.musictravel.com www.musiciansabroad.com

SoIN Tourism / https://www.GoSoIN.com Contact: Todd Read, CDME, Director of Sales & Services, Todd@GoSoIN.com / Address: 228 Spring St, Ste 106, Jeffersonville, IN 47130 / Phone: 812-280-8082 Bring learning to life in SoIN! Student groups discover hands-on history, fossils, performing arts, sweet treats and unforgettable experiences just minutes from downtown Louisville. IOWA Cedar Rapids Tourism Windstar Lines

www.tourismcedarrapids.com https://gowindstar.com/

KENTUCKY Cincy Region Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory Louisville Tourism Newport Aquarium

www.visitcincy.com www.sluggermuseum.com https://www.gotolouisville.com https://www.newportaquarium.com/

LOUISIANA Dauphine Orleans Hotel Gulf South Travel Services Jefferson Convention & Visitors Bureau Lafayette Travel Lewis Coaches, Inc. Louisiana Office of Tourism Louisiana Travel Association Louisiana’s River Parishes New Orleans & Company New Orleans Steamboat The Court of Two Sisters The Historic New Orleans Collection The National World War II Museum, Inc.

www.dauphineorleans.com www.gsts-travel.com https://www.visitjeffersonparish.com https://www.lafayettetravel.com/groups/group-itineraries/student/ http://www.lewiscoach.com https://www.explorelouisiana.com https://louisianatravelassociation.org/ https://lariverparishes.com/ https://www.neworleans.com https://www.steamboatnatchez.com/ www.courtoftwosisters.com hnoc.org https://www.nationalww2museum.org

MAINE Giri Hotel Management NorthEast Charter & Tour Co., Inc.

http://www.girihotels.com https://www.northeastchartertour.com

MARYLAND Annapolis Tours & Cruises by Watermark Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Baywood Hotels Bearon Coach Transportation Services LLC Choice Hotels International Experience Prince George’s Eyre Bus Service Hampton Inn & Suites Annapolis Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown Holiday Inn College Park/Columbia East Jessup/Holiday Inn Arlington Hostelling International USA Hyatt Regency Bethesda Maritime Conference Center Marriott International

http://www.watermarkjourney.com https://www.bsomusic.org www.BaywoodHotels.com www.bearoncoachllc.com http://www.choicehotels.com https://www.experienceprincegeorges.com/ www.eyre.com www.hamptoninnannapolis.com www.bethesda.hgi.com https://www.hiusa.org/ hyattregencybethesda.com www.mccbwi.org http://www.marriott.com

Maryland Office of Tourism / https://www.visitmaryland.org Contact: Rich Gilbert, Travel Trade Sales Manager, rgilbert@visitmaryland.org / Address: 401 East Pratt St, 14th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202 / Phone: 410-767-6288 Maryland offers a world of studet travel experiences, close to Washington, D.C.. From educational excursions and historical sites to performing venues, there is something for everyone. National Aquarium, Baltimore National Harbor Convention & Visitors Association Optimum Solutions LLC Silver Diner Restaurants Tanger National Harbor The Capital Wheel The Magic Duel Comedy Show The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore Toby’s Dinner Theatre of Columbia

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https://www.aqua.org www.nationalharbor.com optimumsolutionsllc.org www.silverdiner.com/bus-tours www.tanger.com thecapitalwheel.com https://themagicduel.com/school-tours/ https://www.marylandzoo.org https://www.tobysdinnertheatre.com

United States Naval Academy Visitors Center Visit Baltimore Visit Frederick, MD Visit Montgomery County MASSACHUSETTS Boch Center Boda Borg Boston Boston Duck Tours Boston Symphony Orchestra & Boston Pops Broadway in Boston FiRE+iCE Interactive Grill & Bar Freedom Trail Foundation Hampton Inn Boston Logan Airport Hilton Garden Inn Tewksbury Andover Lexington Visitors Center Meet Boston New England Aquarium Peabody Essex Museum Plimoth Patuxet Museums

http://www.navalacademytourism.com https://www.baltimore.org https://www.visitfrederick.org https://www.visitmontgomery.com

www.bochcenter.org www.bodaborg.com/boston https://www.bostonducktours.com https://www.bso.org www.BroadwayInBoston.com www.fire-ice.com https://www.thefreedomtrail.org www.hgi.com/tewksburyandover tourlexington.us https://www.bostonusa.com https://www.neaq.org pem.org https://www.plimoth.org

Salem Witch Museum / https://www.SalemWitchMuseum.com Contact: Merry Ward, Director of Sales, merryw@salemwitchmuseum.com / Address: 19 ½ Washington Square N, Salem, MA 01970 / Phone: 978-744-1692 Do You Believe in Witches? Dispel the myths at Salem’s most visited museum. Open year-round 10 am to 5 pm, with extended hours during summer and October. Six Flags - East Coast (Six Flags Great Adventure, Dorney Park, Six Flags Over Georgia) Studio Allston Hotel The Christian Science Plaza, Boston The Inn at Longwood Medical The Revolution Hotel View Boston Observation Deck

www.sixflags.com/newengland http://www.hotelstudioallston.com howdoyouseetheworld.com https://www.innatlongwood.com/ therevolutionhotel.com viewboston.com

MICHIGAN Visit Detroit

www.visitdetroit.com

MINNESOTA AFC Travel / https://www.afctravel.com Contact: Anthony Hilden, Director of Sales / Phone: 952-886-7686 AFC Travel can provide group airfare for student tour groups. With your dedicated agent, we can help your groups secure the best airfare prices and services. Enjoy Eagan Fly My Group | Headquarters Mall of America Richfield Bus Company/Rochester City Lines Trip Sweet Voigt’s Motorcoach Travel

http://www.eaganmn.com https://www.flymygroup.com/ https://www.mallofamerica.com www.richfieldbus.com https://tripsweet.com/ www.voigtbus.com

MISSISSIPPI Tupelo Convention & Visitors Bureau Vicksburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Visit Mississippi

www.tupelo.net https://www.visitvicksburg.com/ https://www.visitmississippi.org

MISSOURI Aquarium at the Boardwalk Bass Pro Shops Anglers Lodge Branson Convention & Visitors Bureau

www.aquariumattheboardwalk.com www.bassproanglerslodge.com https://www.explorebranson.com

Branson On Stage Live! / https://www.bransononstagelive.com Contact: Janelle Jones, BOSL Travel Assistant, janelle@bransononstagelive.com / Phone: (O) 417-334-5599 / (C) 417-527-7279 Branson On Stage Live! A new and exciting musical showcase for student performing groups discovering the professional world of the entertainment industry. Clay Cooper Theatre Drury Hotels, LLC Explore St. Louis Fritz’s Adventure Gateway Arch and Riverboats Johnny Morris Foundation Conservation Attractions Myer Hotels Shepherd of The Hills Silver Dollar City Parks & Resorts St. Louis Ballpark Village

claycoopertheatre.com https://www.druryhotels.com https://www.explorestlouis.com/ www.fritzsadventure.com https://www.gatewayarch.com https://visitzarks.org https://www.myerhospitality.com www.theshepherdofthehills.com/ https://www.silverdollarcity.com https://stlballparkvillage.com T E AC H T R AV E L .O R G

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St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Stone Castle Hotel and Conference Center Tanger The Dutton Theater/ Inn Complex The Haygoods The Track / Five Star Parks & Attractions Thousand Hills Resort Hotel

http://www.slso.org www.bransonstonecastle.com https://www.tanger.com/branson theduttons.com www.thehaygoods.com https://www.fivestarparks.com/ www.thousandhillsresorthotel.com

MONTANA Fly My Group

https://www.flymygroup.com/

NEBRASKA Hilton Garden Inn Omaha Travelex Insurance Services

www.hilton.com/en/hotels/omadmgi http://travelexinsurance.com

NEVADA Blue Man Group Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority

www.blueman.com/ https://www.cirquedusoleil.com visitrenotahoe.com

NEW HAMPSHIRE Air Planning, LLC Jassby Inc.

https://www.airplanning.com https://jassby.com/

NEW JERSEY Academy Express, LLC Adventure Aquarium American Dream BroadwayBluesBuffet Hilton Newark Airport Hotel Partners Hudson County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs/Tourism Development Liberty Science Center National Concerts Performing Arts Consultants Festivals & Tours Statue Cruises Stouts Charter Service The Kartrite Resort Tour Team Travel TravelAdvocates Wyndham Hotels & Resorts NEW YORK 321 Group Sales 9/11 MEMORIAL & MUSEUM A Tri State Coaches LLC. New York , NJ CT. MA Ace Hotel New York Alicart Restaurant Group - Carmine’s & Virgil’s American Museum of Natural History Aon Travel Practice ATG Entertainment BagelUp Broadway Direct Group Sales Broadway Imagined

https://www.academybus.com http://www.AdventureAquarium.com https://www.americandream.com BroadwayBluesBuffet.com https://www.newarkairport.hilton.com https://www.visithudson.org https://www.lsc.org www.nationalconcerts.com https://www.usafest.org https://www.statuecitycruises.com stoutstransportation.com https://www.thekartrite.com/ https://www.tourteamtravel.com https://www.traveladvocates.com https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/en-ca

https://www.321groupsales.com/ https://www.911memorial.org https://tristatecoachbus.com/ https://acehotel.com/new-york/ http://www.alicart.com https://www.amnh.org https://www.aontravpro.com/ us.atgtickets.com www.bagelup.com broadwaydirect.com/groups www.broadwayimagined.com

Broadway Inbound / https://www.Broadwayinbound.com Contact: groups@broadwayinbound.com / Address: 520 8th Ave, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10018 / Phone: 866-302-0995 Make sure your group doesn’t miss out on seeing a Broadway show. The Broadway Inbound team are group experts, getting you the right seats at the right price. It’s easy to browse and book online or call us for more personal assistance. Broadway Plus BroadwayGPS Brooklyn Nets / Barclays Center Carnegie Hall Cathedral of St. John the Divine Center Stage Broadway Sales Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises Courtyard by Marriott Times Square West

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http://www.broadwayplus.com www.BroadwayGPS.com bkse.com/ https://www.carnegiehall.org http://www.stjohndivine.org https://www.circleline.com/ marriott.com/NYCET

CroisiEurope Cruises / https://www.crosieuroperivercruises.com Contact: groups@croisieurope.com / Phone: 800-768-7232 Turn Europe into the classroom with CroisiEurope river cruises, connecting students to historic cities, UNESCO treasures, local cultures, and unforgettable learning experiences along iconic waterways. Destination Niagara USA

niagarafallsusa.com

Disney Group Sales / https://www.disneygroupsales.com Contact: booking@disneygroupsales.com / Address: 214 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036 / Phone: 212-703-1040 Book direct with Disney Group Sales for groups 10+ to see THE LION KING or ALADDIN, and add interactive workshops, talkbacks, and Behind the Magic tours! Empire Hotel Group Empire State Building Observatory Freehand & Generator Hotels Group Dining Destinations Group Sales Box Office at Broadway.com Hampton by HILTON Times Square/Home2 by HILTON Times Square Hampton Jitney Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Havana Central Times Square Hersha Hospitality Management NY Hotel Edison Hudson Yards Intercontinental New York Times Square Intrepid Museum Israel Ministry of Tourism John’s Pizzeria of Times Square Laurel Lake Placid Madison Square Garden Sports Manhattan Concert Productions Margaritaville Resort Times Square Merani Hotel Group Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology MJ The Musical Museum of Modern Art National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum National Comedy Center Nederlander National Theaters New York City Tourism and Conventions

www.newyorkhotel.com https://www.esbnyc.com https://freehandhotels.com https://staygenerator.com https://www.groupdiningdestinations.com groups.broadway.com www.hilton.com/en/hotels/nycychx https://www.hamptonjitney.com/tours https://www.harrypottertheplay.com/ http://www.havanacentral.com http://www.hhmhospitality.com https://www.edisonhotelnyc.com/ https://www.edgenyc.com https://www.ihg.com/intercontinental/hotels/us https://www.intrepidmuseum.org/ https://israel.travel/ www.JohnsPizzeriaNYC.com www.laurellakeplacid.com www.msgsports.com www.mcp.us http://www.margaritaville.com www.meranihotelsgroup.com www.mercerlabs.com mjthemusical.com https://www.moma.org baseballhall.org http://www.comedycenter.org https://nederlander.com/venues/ https://www.nyctourism.com

New York Hall of Science / https://www.NYSCI.org Contact: Joseph Piazza, Visitor Experience Manager, groups@nysci.org / Address: 47-01 11th St, Corona, NY 11368 / Phone: 718-699-0005 Discover NYSCI! A must-see NYC destination featuring 450+ interactive exhibits, CityWorks, Connected Worlds, Rocket Park Mini Golf, Live Demonstrations, Theater, and Science Playground. New York Philharmonic / https://www.nyphil.org Contact: Rayna Bourke, Group Sales Manager, groupsales@nyphil.org / Address: David Gef fen Hall, 10 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023 / Phone: 212-875-5672 Highlights include Stavinsky’s Firebird Suite, Mendelssohn’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Dvořák’s Symphony No. 7, Beethoven’s Egmont, Mozart Amadeus in Concert, and more! New York State Division of Tourism New York Yankees New Yorker Hotel | Row NYC Now Now Noho NYC Water Cruises On Location Tours, Inc. One Times Square One World Observatory Park Central Hotel Rockefeller Center Romer Hell’s Kitchen Running Subway Productions (RiseNY) Sheraton New York Times Square Sloomoo Institute Spread Love Tours SPYSCAPE Starship Tours and Events Stonebridge/ Element Times Square & Citadines Connect Fifth Avenue SUMMIT One Vanderbilt The Joyce Public House The Lodge at Schroon Lake The Metropolitan Museum of Art

iloveny.com http://www.Yankees.com/nyc https://www.newyorkerhotel.com//https://www.rownyc.com staynownow.com www.nycwatercruises.com https://www.onlocationtours.com www.onetimessquare.com www.oneworldobservatory.com/ https://www.parkcentralny.com https://www.rockefellercenter.com/ https://www.romerhotels.com/hotels/hells-kitchen/ riseny.co www.marriott.com/nycst https://sloomooinstitute.com/ http://www.spreadlovetours.com www.spyscape.com https://starshipnyc.com/ https://www.summitov.com www.thejoycepublichouse.com https://www.lodgeatschroonlake.com/ https://www.metmuseum.org

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The Museum of Broadway The Radio Hotel The Ride Till Financial Unique Global Travel dba Ugtravel Coach Charter Unlimited Biking Visit Buffalo VISITFLANDERS

http://www.themuseumofbroadway.com https://www.theradiohotel.com/ https://www.experiencetheride.com http://www.tillfinancial.com https://www.ugtravel.us www.unlimitedbiking.com http://www.visitbuffalo.com http://www.visitflanders.com

Wildlife Conservation Society / https://www.wcs.org/parks Contact: Ingrid Polanco, Sr. Manager, Group Sales & Partnerships, wcsgroupsales@wcs.org / Address: 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10460 / Phone: 800-433-4149 Spark curiosity aross NYC’s four iconic zoos and the New York Aquarium with streamlined group bookings, discounted student rates, and unforgettable, real-world wildlife science learning. Wollman Rink NYC Xchange Benefits Yankee Trails YardHouse Restaurants YOTEL New York

wollmanrinknyc.com/ www.xbllc.com/ www.yankeetrails.com/ http://www.yardhouse.com/locations/ny/new-york/new-york-city-times-square/8389 https://www.yotel.com

NORTH CAROLINA Billy Graham Library Biltmore Cenext Hospitality Charlotte Hornets Comfort Inn South Oceanfront Explore Asheville Golden Corral Corp. Group Sales Office

https://www.billygrahamlibrary.org https://www.biltmore.com cenexthospitality.com https://www.nba.com/hornets/ https://www.choicehotels.com/north-carolina/nags-head/comfort-inn-hotels/nc236 https://www.exploreasheville.com/ https://www.goldencorral.com

Group Travel Videos / https://www.grouptravelvideos.com Contact: Dave Martinson, dave@grouptravelvideos.com / Address: 8300 Fairview Rd, Mint Hill, NC 28227 / Phone: 704-846-7870 x205 What’s more important than group safety? Perhaps the memories! Our must-have app gives you both. Group geo-locators, messaging, documents and private photo sharing. And everyone gets a keepsake video! Hampton Inn Morehead City Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks Kitty Hawk NASCAR Hall of Fame Outer Banks Visitors Bureau Six Flags Entertainment Corporation Sunway Charters

www.hampton-inn.com/hi/moreheadcity www.hilton.com https://www.nascarhall.com/groups https://www.outerbanks.org https://www.sixflags.com/youth sunwaycharters.com

OHIO battleface Insurance Services, LLC Cardinal Transportation, LTD Cincinnati Museum Center Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden Six Flags - Cedar Point Six Flags - Midwest (Six Flags Great America / Hurricane Harbor Rockford, Kings Island) The Cleveland Orchestra

www.battleface.com www.cardinaltrans.com https://www.cincymuseum.org/ www.cincinnatizoo.org https://bit.ly/syta-cp sixflags.com https://www.clevelandorchestra.com

OKLAHOMA Visit Oklahoma City

visitokc.com

PENNSYLVANIA Alta Bus Bailey Coach Best Western Hotel Gettysburg Catering Coast 2 Coast

ridewithalta.com baileycoach.com https://www.gettysburgbestwestern.com www.cateringc2c.com

Children of Gettysburg 1863® / https://www.gettysburgfoundation.org/groups Contact: Gettysburg Foundation Guest Relations, reservations@gettysburgfoundation.org / Address: 451 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PA 17325 / Phone: 877-874-2478 Gettysburg’s only children’s history museum. Introduce students to Gettysburg’s significance through first-hand accounts, interactive exhibits and engaging activities. Learn about children’s experiences during the battle. Comfort Suites - Gettysburg Courtyard by Marriott Gettysburg Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown Cumberland Valley Visitors Bureau Daniel Lady Farm Destination Gettysburg Destination Greater Pittsburgh Discover Lancaster

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gettysburgcomfortsuites.com https://www.marriott.com/gettysburg www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/phlyd-courtyard-philadelphia-downtown/overview/ www.visitcumberlandvalley.com https://danielladyfarm.com/ https://www.destinationgettysburg.com destinationgreaterpittsurgh.com https://www.discoverlancaster.com/

Dobbin House Tavern DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Lancaster Dutch Wonderland Family Park and Inn Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site EPN Travel Services Experience Reading & Berks County Explore York Fullington Trailways, LLC. Gettysburg Group Reservations

https://www.dobbinhouse.com www.lancaster.doubletree.com https://www.dutchwonderlandinn.com/ https://easternstate.org/ https://www.epntravel.com https://www.experienceberks.com/ yorkpa.org www.fullingtontours.com https://www.gettysburgbattlefieldtours.com/

Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center / https://www.gettysburgfoundation.org/groups Contact: Gettysburg Foundation Guest Relations, reservations@gettysburgfoundation.org / Address: 1195 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg, PA 17325 / Phone: 877-874-2478 Your gateway to history. Share Gettysburg’s timeless lessions with your students through educational resources, experiences, activities, artifacts, guided tours and Ranger programs. Group rates/amenities. Hampton Inn Philadelphia Convention Center Hershey’s Chocolate World HHM Hotels (Hersha Hospitality Management) Hilton Garden Inn Hershey Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh Holiday Inn + Suites Philadelphia W - Drexel Hill Lackawanna County Visitors Bureau

https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/phlcvhx-hampton-philadelphia-center-city-convention-center/ https://www.hersheys.com/chocolateworld https://www.hhmhotels.com/ www.hershey.gardeninn.com www.hilton.com/en/hotels/pitucgi-hilton-garden-inn-pittsburgh-university-place/ www.thedrexelbrook.com http://www.visitnepa.org

Museum of the American Revolution / https://www.amrevmuseum.org Contact: Nina Giacobbe, Group & Travel Trade Sales Manager, groups@amrevmuseum.org / Address: 101 S. 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 / Phone: 267-579-3623 Enjoy a journey through the remarkable story of America’s founding and gain a deeper understanding of the diverse people that gave birth to the nation. National Constitution Center OEXPLORA Penn Harris Hotel Penn Museum Philadelphia CVB Pittsburgh Cultural District Quality Inn Gettysburg Battlefield Rivers of Steel Heritage Tours Seminary Ridge Museum Shaner Hotels Starr Bus Charter & Tours The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts Turkey Hill Experience Unique Chauffeured Services US Ghost Adventures Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Visit Bucks County Visit Delco, PA Visit Hershey Harrisburg VisitPITTSBURGH

https://www.constitutioncenter.org https://www.oexplora.com https://pennharrishotel.com/ https://www.penn.museum https://www.DiscoverPHL.com CulturalDistrict.org/GroupSales https://www.gettysburgqualityinn.com www.riversofsteel.com https://www.seminaryridgemuseum.org www.shanercorp.com https://www.starrtours.com ensembleartsphilly.org www.turkeyhillexperience.com www.UniqueCS.net www.usghostadventures.com valleyforge.org www.visitbuckscounty.com www.visitdelcopa.com http://www.visithersheyharrisburg.org/ www.visitpittsburgh.com

PUERTO RICO Discover Puerto Rico Viajes A Plus – Puerto Rico

https://www.discoverpuertorico.com/ https://www.viajesaplus.com

RHODE ISLAND Discover Newport

www.discovernewport.org

SOUTH CAROLINA Alabama Theatre Charleston Tours & Events Explore Charleston Fort Sumter Tours | SpiritLine Cruises Greater Beaufort - Port Royal Convention & Visitors Bureau Lowcountry Hotels of Charleston Marriott Myrtle Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum SkyWheel Myrtle Beach

https://www.alabama-theatre.com charlestonharbortours.com www.meetcharleston.com/ http://fortsumtertours.com https://www.beaufortsc.org http://www.lowcountryhotels.com https://www.otodevelopment.com/ https://www.visitmyrtlebeach.com/groups www.patriotspoint.org/visit/groups https://skywheelmb.com/

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Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage Blake Jones Fun Center Collier Restaurant Group Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum Country Roads USA - Nashville Country Tonite Theatre Diverse Concepts/Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen Dollywood First Class Charter Gatlinburg Convention & Visitors Bureau Gatlinburg SkyPark Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center Gibson Hotel Management Graceland & Guest House at Graceland Grand Ole Opry Entertainment Group Gray Line Tennessee Memphis Art Museum Memphis Tourism Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp Nashville Riverboats Nashville Water Taxi National Civil Rights Museum Oaktenn Hotel Management - Smoky Mountains Old Town Trolley Tours of Nashville Opry Mills Outdoor Gravity Park Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud Supper Show Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism Pigeon Forge Snow Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show - Titanic Museum Attraction Premier Transportation Puckett’s Restaurant Rowdy Bear Snowpark Rutherford County Convention and Visitors Bureau Sharin’ the South Tours LLC Signature Elite Inc Smoky Mountain Resorts/Liberty Receptive Tours Tennessee Department of Tourist Development Tennessee Performing Arts Center The Escape Game The Island in Pigeon Forge The Park Vista a DoubleTree by Hilton The Ramsey Hotel and Convention Center Tin Roof Victory Ground Visit Goodlettsville WCI-Dolly Parton’s Stampede Wilderness Development Corporation

https://www.thehermitage.com www.blakejonesfuncenter.com www.collierrestaurantgroup.com https://www.countrymusichalloffame.org countryroadsnashville.com www.countrytonitepf.com www.linktree.com/diverseconcepts https://www.dollywood.com http://www.firstclasscharter.net www.gatlinburg.com https://www.gatlinburgskypark.com www.marriott.com https://mgibsonventures.com/ https://www.graceland.com https://www.opry.com/groups www.graylinetn.com https://www.memphisartmuseum.org/ https://www.memphistravel.com/student-and-youth-groups https://www.visitmusiccity.com nashvilleriverboats.com www.thenashvillewatertaxi.com civilrightsmuseum.org https://www.greatsmokiesgreatlodging.com http://trolleytours.com/nashville oprymills.com www.outdoorgravitypark.com https://lumberjackfeud.com https://www.mypigeonforge.com https://www.pigeonforgesnow.com http://www.piratesvoyage.com http://www.gopremiertn.com www.puckettsrestaurant.com rowdybearmountain.com VisitRutherfordTN.com www.sharinthesouth.com https://sig-elitetours.com/ https://www.smokymountainresorts.com https://www.tnvacation.com http://www.tpac.org/groups https://theescapegame.com https://www.islandinpigeonforge.com www.parkvista.com/ myramseyhotel.com https://www.tinroofbars.com drivenbyvictory.com https://www.visitgoodlettsville.com https://dpstampede.com/ www.wildernessatthesmokies.com

TEXAS Aimbridge Hospitality AT&T Stadium / The Star / Dallas Cowboys Buckhorn Saloon and Museum Dave & Buster’s INC Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark First Class Transportation Galveston Limousine & Transportation Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau Main Event Entertainment Medieval Times Entertainment, Inc. Reunion Tower Geo-Deck ScholarTrip SeaWorld Texas

http://www.aimbridgehospitality.com/ https://attstadium.com/tours/ www.buckhornmuseum.com www.daveandbusters.com/us/en/parties epicwatersgp.com https://www.firstclasstours.net galvestonlimo.com GrapevineTexasUSA.com www.mainevent.com www.medievaltimes.com https://www.reuniontower.com scholartrip.com https://www.SeaWorldsanantonio.com

Six Flags - Texas/Oklahoma (Six Flags Over Texas, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, Six Flags Frontier City, Schlitterbahn New Braunfels, Hurricane Harbor Splashtown)

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Visit Dallas / https://www.visitdallas.com/plan/travel-trade/students Contact: Christine Davis, Tourism Sales and Services Manager, christine.davis@visitdallas.com / Address: 1807 Ross Ave, Ste 450, Dallas, TX 75201 / Phone: 214-558-3981 Visit Dallas supports student group planners with itinerary ideas, hotel sourcing, attraction connections, performance opportunities, local expertise and a 10% hotel incentive for qualifying groups. Visit Grand Prairie Visit San Antonio

www.visitgrandprairietx.com https://www.visitsanantonio.com/

UTAH Datafy Generation Hospitality Group World of Woodward

https://www.datafy.com/ www.genhg.com https://www.worldofwoodward.com/

VIRGINIA Adventures Unbound by Guest Services Arlington Convention & Visitors Service Busch Gardens Williamsburg Water Country USA BusRates.com Capitol Memories by Memory Makers Photography Charlottesville Albemarle CVB Colonial Williamsburg Foundation Colonial Williamsburg Hotels Courtyard by Marriott Crystal City Arlington Reagan International Airport Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Williamsburg George Washington’s Mount Vernon Great Wolf Lodge Williamsburg Hilton Worldwide Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation Lucky Strike Entertainment Luray Caverns MARS Tours & Travel National Museum of the Marine Corps Primo Family Restaurant Quick’s Bus Company Renaissance & Residence Inn Arlington Capital View Complex Simon Property Group Springhill Suites & Residence Inn Williamsburg Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello TimeMission Corp Varsity Travel

AdventuresUnbound.com https://www.stayarlington.com https://www.buschgardens.com www.busrates.com www.capitolmemories.com https://www.visitcharlottesville.org/ www.colonialwilliamsburg.org https://www.marriott.com/wasct https://www.marriott.com https://www.mountvernon.org https://www.GreatWolf.com/Williamsburg https://www.hilton.com https://www.jyfmuseums.org https://www.luckystrikeent.com/summer-season-pass https://www.luraycaverns.com http://www.takeafuntrip.com http://www.usmcmuseum.com http://www.primofamilyrestaurant.com quicksbus.com https://www.multipad.marriott.com/arlington-capital-view-complex/ http://www.simon.com www.marriott.com/PHFSH monticello.org TimeMission.com https://travelvarsity.com/

Virginia Arts Festival / https://www.vafest.org Contact: Scott Crissman, Group Sales Manager, SCrissman@vafest.org / Address: 40 Bank St, Norfolk, VA 23510 / Phone: 757-282-2819 The largest performing arts organization in Coastal Virginia, presenting great performers from around the world and Virginia International Tattoo. Student ticket discounts and performance opportunities. Full lineup at www.vafest.org Virginia Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau Virginia Tourism Corporation Visit Alexandria Visit Fairfax

www.visitvirginiabeach.com https://www.virginia.org/groups http://www.visitalexva.com https://www.fxva.com

Visit Loudoun / https://www.visitloudoun.org Contact: Hannah Oliver, Tour & Travel Sales Manager, oliver@visitloudoun.org / Address: 112 South St SE, Ste 100, Leesburg, VA 20175 / Phone: 703-669-4434 From agritourism to American history, scenic Loudoun County, Virginia, offers immersive educational experiences for student groups, just 25 miles west of Washington, DC. Visit Newport News / Newport News Tourism Visit Norfolk Visit Prince William, Virginia Visit Richmond VA

visitnewportnews.org https://www.visitnorfolk.com http://www.visitpwc.com/ https://www.visitrichmondva.com/

Visit Williamsburg / https://www.visitwilliamsburg.com Contact: Ally Ramello, Group Sales Manager, Alejandra.ramello@visitwilliamsburg.com / Address: 421 N Boundary St, Williamsburg, VA 23185 / Phone: 757-345-2565 Discover Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown, where history comes alive through immersive experiences, educational programs, engaging attractions, group-friendly dining, and accommodations for student groups. WorldStrides

https://www.worldstrides.com

VERMONT von Trapp Family Lodge & Resort

vontrappresort.com

WISCONSIN Badger Bus Kalahari Resorts & Conventions

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http://www.discovercanadatours.com

ONTARIO Brightspark Travel Canada Canadian Museum of History & Canadian War Museum Canadian Museum of Nature Destination Toronto

https://www.brightsparktravel.ca www.historymuseum.ca http://www.nature.ca https://www.destinationtoronto.com/StudentTravel

Fallsview Group (Hyatt Regency Niagara Falls Fallsview / DoubleTree by Hilton Niagara Falls / Wyndham Grand Fallsview / Wyndham Garden Niagara Falls / Ramada Near the Falls)

Hidden InSite / Haunted Walks Hockey Hall of Fame Hornblower Canada Co. dba Niagara City Cruises

www.fallsviewgroup.com www.hauntedwalk.com http://www.hhof.com https://www.niagaracruises.com

Mirvish Production / https://www.mirvish.com Contact: Denise Anderson, Education and Engagement Manager, educationandengagement@mirvish.com / Address: 322 King Street W, Toronto, ON M5V 1J2 / Phone: 416-593-0351 x1003 Canada’s largest commercial theatre production company presenting award-winning plays and musicals from around the world in the heart of downtown Toronto. Niagara Falls Tourism Ottawa Tourism Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada Royal Ontario Museum Skylon Tower Niagara Falls St-Albert Cheese Factory The City of St. Catharines Tourism Kingston

https://www.niagarafallstourism.com https://www.ottawatourism.ca www.RipleysAquariumofCanada.com rom.ca/groups www.skylon.com www.stalbertcheese.com www.lovestc.ca https://www.visitkingston.ca/

University of Ottawa / https://www.uottawa.ca/about-us/reservations/summer-accommodation/group-reservations Contact: Tristan Welsby, tristan.welsby@uottawa.ca / Address: 85 University Private, Room 339, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, CAN / Phone: 613-698-8914 Stay in the heart of Canada’s capital this summer. The University of Ottawa residences offer comfort, convenience, and great rates in Ottawa. Request a group booking quote today.

Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours

www.whirlpooljet.com

MANITOBA Winnipeg Economic Development & Tourism

https://www.winnipeggroups.com/

QUEBEC CITY Autocar Excellence / Excellence Charter National Battlefields Park Plains of Abraham Québec ice hotel & Valcartier Resort Sucrerie de la Montagne

http://www.excellencecharter.com http://www.theplainsofabraham.ca https://www.valcartier.com www.sucreriedelamontagne.com

INTERNATIONAL AUSTRIA CCA Travel Agency Schönbrunn Palace Concerts Vienna

http://www.cc-a.at www.palaceconcertsvienna.com

COSTA RICA Costa Rica Travel Excellence Green World Adventures - Costa Rica

https://www.travelexcellence.com https://www.greenworldadventures.com

ECUADOR Pure! Travel Group

https://www.pure-travelgroup.com

GERMANY DMC APPINA TRAVEL Skylink Group

https://www.appina-travel.com/ skylink-holding.com

ICELAND GJ Travel - Iceland & Greenland Iceland Travel

https://www.gjtravel.is https://www.icelandtravel.is

ISRAEL Vered Hasharon Travel Group

https://www.veredtravel.eu/

ITALY Target Travel

www.target.travel

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NEW ZEALAND Tour Time Travel Time South Pacific

https://www.tourtime.co.nz https://www.traveltimesouthpacific.com/

THAILAND The Green Lion

http://www.thegreenlion.net

UNITED KINGDOM Abbey - The Destination Experts Happy Tours Live Travel and Tours Pathfinders Sovereign Tourism The Learning Adventure & Transforma DMC Tour Partner Group - formerly JacTravel

www.abbey.ie http://www.happytours.eu https://www.livetravelandtours.com/ https://www.pathfinders.co.uk https://www.sovereigntourism.com https://thelearningadventure.com/ www.tourpartnergroup.com

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