Our destination experts' profiles
Adam
Area of expertise - Cantabria
Lots of teachers tell me that having Pablo, our NST Destination Manager for Cantabria, as their representative is of a huge benefit. They say the knowledge that he has is amazing and that he really makes the process easier for groups when they arrive in Cantabria.
Caroline
Area of expertise – Krakow
I would recommend the Salt Mines if they have enough time and budget to visit as it is an amazing tour, and incredible to think that the minors made the artwork inside, which even includes a huge ballroom
Danielle
Area of expertise – Paris
I would highly recommend taking a relaxing cruise on the river Seine in Paris. It is a great way to view the city and many famous landmarks. Headsets are provided in a variety of languages which is great for those wanting to improve their language skills.
Helen
Educational Tour Co-ordinator
Have your parents’ evening early. By doing so you'll have plenty of time to make sure pupils have a valid passport, discuss and arrange visas and sort out any rooming issues.
Joanne
Area of expertise – Barcelona
If you're travelling around the city centre on public transport, the most economical way is for groups to purchase T-casual tickets.
Lucy
Area of expertise – London
London is a hugely popular city, so book early to ensure you can get your most suited accommodation and preferred visits too.
Madlen
Area of expertise – China
To travel to China each person will need a visa. We will provide you with information on the application process and you can also speak to our travel partner, ASLA, who will give useful tips.
Michael
Educational Travel Advisor
What teachers love about NST is the fact we can tailor-make the entire trip for them with our extensive range of curriculum-linked programmes. We can also offer advice and suggestions based on other teachers' trip experiences.
Michelle
Educational Travel Advisor
Teachers tell me that the NST Go Explore resources are a fantastic tool for language trips. They say they are a useful tool for pupils and very handy for their vocabulary whilst on tour. They also save teachers so much time!
Rachel
Area of expertise – WWI Battlefields
It is well worth taking an NST Educationalist Guide. Their WWI knowledge is endless. They pitch to the level of the group and really capture pupils' imaginations, whilst allowing staff to focus on the individual needs of the group.
Sarah
Educational Travel Advisor
To increase your ‘catchment’ of students, open up the trip to other subject groups that will all benefit from your chosen destination and their curriculum focus.
Toni
Area of expertise – Geneva
When travelling to Geneva it is not necessary to pay for airport transfers or coaching within the city and all visitors will receive a free public transport pass at the airport. The public transport in Geneva in excellent
Lisa
Educational Travel Advisor
Group leaders find the expertise and knowledge of our Iceland Geography Field Studies Guides are invaluable. They were able to completely rearrange the itinerary for them due to bad weather so they could continue their trip.
Leigh
Educational Travel Advisor
What a truly amazing place Iceland is. It really is the Awe and Wonder destination for Geographers. Groups find that taking an NST field study guide is priceless due to the knowledge they are able to pass on to the students in a practical setting whilst also allowing the teachers more time to concentrate on 1-2-1 teaching with their students.
Bella
Educational Travel Advisor
When visiting Barcelona be sure to visit Poble Espanyol located on Mountain Montjuic, you’ll get to experience unique buildings from all regions of Spain.
Jen
Educational Travel Advisor
Getting around on public transport in Madrid is very easy and helps keep the cost down when getting around rather than using coaching.
Clodagh
Educational Tour Co-Ordinator
We advise everyone to have smaller denominations of Euros as venues don't tend to have lots of change.
Laura
Educational Tour Co-ordinator
I would recommend one of our Field Studies Guides, the guide will meet the group on arrival at the airport in Iceland and accompany the group throughout the entire duration of the tour. The guides are experts in geography and will ensure the students receive the best learning experience from their trip, the guides offer support to the group. I would strongly recommend suitable clothing, especially waterproofs, there is quite a lot of spray off the waterfalls and on one of the stops the group will have.
Elaine
Educational Tour Co-Ordinator
Make sure when pupils pay their deposit they have a valid passport as to travel to New York you also have to obtain and ESTA.
Agata
Educational Tour Co-ordinator
The pedestrianised areas in York, with very little traffic make it a perfect location for primary school groups. The main attractions: York Minster, Jorvik and Castle Museum are all within a walking distance. Just make sure you are equipped for the weather!