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Educational Tours<br />
DESIGN &<br />
TECHNOLOGY
<strong>Our</strong> Educational Tours for<br />
DESIGN &<br />
TECHNOLOGY<br />
About out <strong>Design</strong> & <strong>Technology</strong> trips<br />
Providing an exciting <strong>Design</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Technology</strong> experience for your<br />
students goes h<strong>and</strong>-in-h<strong>and</strong> with what we aim to offer at Adaptable<br />
Travel - the leaders in providing exciting, inspirational <strong>and</strong> costeffective<br />
school D&T trips. We aim to take your students to some of<br />
the <strong>most</strong> exciting destinations in the world with a strong background<br />
in design <strong>and</strong> technology, from the Italian design heritage to British<br />
expertise in pushing design boundaries <strong>and</strong> beyond. This brochure<br />
aims to deliver more information on our <strong>most</strong> <strong>popular</strong><br />
<strong>Design</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Technology</strong> educational trips, which are tailored<br />
specifically for the D&T curriculum. We tailor make each <strong>and</strong><br />
every trip, <strong>and</strong> we work with you to create a bespoke package<br />
that is on budget, subject focused <strong>and</strong> above all inspirational <strong>and</strong><br />
engaging, whether that be an overnight trip to explore London’s<br />
famous museums, or discovering Bauhaus in Berlin, to exploring<br />
the masterpieces of Italian premium br<strong>and</strong>s such as Ferrari. We<br />
look forward to working with you to organise your next school trip,<br />
wherever that may be to.<br />
Contact the friendly team at Adaptable Travel today <strong>and</strong> let us<br />
help you create a memorable school trip for your group.<br />
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CONTENTS<br />
<strong>Design</strong> & <strong>Technology</strong> <strong>School</strong><br />
<strong>Trips</strong><br />
Why Adaptable Travel? 4<br />
London 8<br />
Florence 12<br />
Berlin 16<br />
How to book your trip 22<br />
Vamoos 24<br />
Reevoo 25<br />
<strong>School</strong> trip hoodies 26<br />
SOCIAL MEDIA<br />
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see the latest news, offers <strong>and</strong> live feed<br />
activities from school groups currently<br />
enjoying our educational trips.<br />
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Why<br />
ADAPTABLE<br />
TRAVEL<br />
A Long Track Record of Quality<br />
Safety Assured<br />
Did you know we have been going for 25<br />
years, organising educational trips for well<br />
over 150,000 students.<br />
We risk assess our suppliers, with our<br />
systems external verified – meaning peace<br />
of mind for you.<br />
Financial Peace of Mind<br />
Support from Start to Finish<br />
We are ABTA <strong>and</strong> ATOL Bonded, meaning<br />
your money is secure with us.<br />
Adaptable Travel are compiled of a<br />
passionate team. You will be allocated your<br />
member of the Adaptable Travel team based<br />
on our expertise <strong>and</strong> your requirements.<br />
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Value for Money<br />
Adaptable Travel is seeking to build a<br />
business for the long term. We do not seek<br />
to maximise profit; instead we seek to maximise<br />
good will <strong>and</strong> sustainable business<br />
partnerships.<br />
Removing the Burden<br />
of Paperwork<br />
Have some paperwork required by your<br />
school or LEA? No problem, let us help.<br />
Commitment to Working in<br />
Long Term Partnerships<br />
We pride ourselves on the loyalty of our<br />
customers <strong>and</strong> our ability to retain a very<br />
high level of repeat business.<br />
Educate <strong>and</strong> Inspire<br />
<strong>Our</strong> trips place your students in exciting<br />
destinations, combined with inspirational<br />
excursions that will last with them for a<br />
lifetime.<br />
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<strong>Design</strong> & <strong>Technology</strong> trips to<br />
LONDON<br />
prices from<br />
£105ppp<br />
Take your next school trip to the capital of Engl<strong>and</strong>. Boasting<br />
stunning architecture, historical l<strong>and</strong>marks <strong>and</strong> world class<br />
museums, London is a vibrant multi-cultural city steeped in<br />
tradition <strong>and</strong> Royal heritage that is perfect for <strong>Design</strong> & <strong>Technology</strong><br />
school trips.<br />
We have put together a selection of visits <strong>and</strong> excursions based<br />
around <strong>Design</strong> & <strong>Technology</strong> including a visit to London’s Motor<br />
Museum which houses such cars as the Batmobile <strong>and</strong> the<br />
Delorean.<br />
Alternatively, visit <strong>and</strong> experience the work of real designers in the<br />
heart of Central London in the creative incubator of the Cockpit for<br />
an in-depth look into the real world of design.<br />
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<strong>Our</strong> <strong>most</strong> <strong>popular</strong> set package<br />
“Another fantastic trip organised<br />
by Adaptable. Thank you.”<br />
COLIN<br />
Bridgewater<br />
Return full executive coach travel<br />
1 Night accommodation<br />
Evening Meal<br />
Free London Eye Flight<br />
The <strong>Design</strong> Museum<br />
West End Show<br />
Museum of Domestic <strong>Design</strong><br />
Museum of Br<strong>and</strong>s<br />
Top visits for London<br />
THE DESIGN MUSEUM<br />
FREE<br />
LONDON EYE<br />
FLIGHT<br />
MUSEUM OF BRANDS<br />
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<strong>Design</strong> & <strong>Technology</strong> trips to<br />
London<br />
WHERE TO STAY?<br />
Palmers Lodge Hostel, Hillspring<br />
Located in Willesden Green 15 mins from London City<br />
Centre by tube <strong>and</strong> providing easy access to London<br />
attractions by coach.<br />
Facilities<br />
Non-Ensuite (Shared<br />
bathrooms), Lockers,<br />
Bunk beds<br />
Student Rooms<br />
Multi Bedded rooms<br />
Safestay Elephant & Castle<br />
Located in Elephant & Castle, just 400m from the<br />
underground station. Just south of the Thames.<br />
Attractions such as London Bridge <strong>and</strong> Tower of<br />
London are close by.<br />
Facilities<br />
Some rooms are en-suite,<br />
Some are non-ensuite,<br />
Lockers, Free Linen<br />
Student Rooms<br />
Max 8 bedded rooms<br />
Wembley International Hotel<br />
The Wembley International Hotel is wonderfully located<br />
in the heart of London, just a short walk away from<br />
the Wembley Arena, Wembley Stadium <strong>and</strong> Wembley<br />
Conference Centre <strong>and</strong> Exhibition Halls in London.<br />
Facilities<br />
Ensuite, TV, Hairdryer,<br />
Air-Con, Desk, Safe<br />
Student Rooms<br />
Max 3 bedded rooms<br />
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Suggested Itinerary<br />
Day 1 Day 2<br />
Depart school in the morning <strong>and</strong> arrive<br />
London. Visit one of London’s top museums<br />
or attractions such as the The <strong>Design</strong><br />
Museum. Alternatively, take a flight on<br />
the London Eye for magnificent views over<br />
London.<br />
After your visit, take a group meal with<br />
your students to one of our selection of<br />
restaurants, such as Pizza Hut, Hard Rock<br />
Café or Planet Hollywood (contact us for full<br />
meal options).<br />
After your breakfast, check-out of the hotel<br />
<strong>and</strong> make your way to your first visit another<br />
London attraction, such as The Cartoon<br />
Museum, Fullers Griffin Brewery or Museum<br />
of Domestic <strong>Design</strong> & Architecture.<br />
Have a packed lunch <strong>and</strong> then make your<br />
way to the Warner Brothers Studio <strong>and</strong><br />
the amazing ‘The Making of Harry Potter’<br />
experience. Following this, make your way<br />
back to your institute.<br />
After your meal, take a trip to the West End<br />
to view one of London’s tip theatre shows.<br />
Following this you will travel to your hotel<br />
<strong>and</strong> check-in.<br />
Like this itinerary or wish to make an enquiry? Contact us today to start planning your bespoke<br />
school trip, here at Adaptable Travel, we tailor-make the perfect itinerary for your group.<br />
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<strong>Design</strong> & <strong>Technology</strong> trips to<br />
FLORENCE<br />
prices from<br />
£269ppp<br />
The enticing city of Florence is a great choice trip for your <strong>Design</strong><br />
<strong>and</strong> <strong>Technology</strong> students, allowing your group to explore <strong>Design</strong><br />
<strong>and</strong> <strong>Technology</strong> from design origins through to finished product.<br />
Not only is Florence the home of Leonardo da Vinci <strong>and</strong> home to<br />
a museum dedicated to this master, it also close by to the likes of<br />
luxurious Italian supercar br<strong>and</strong>s including Lamborghini <strong>and</strong> Ferrari.<br />
Students will have the opportunity to visit museums dedicated<br />
to these superbr<strong>and</strong>s, in addition to having the opportunity to<br />
take your group to the Ducati Motorcycle Factory <strong>and</strong> expose your<br />
students to the manufacturing process.<br />
There are also numerous Food <strong>Technology</strong> related visits available in<br />
the Tuscany region, an area famed for its cuisine <strong>and</strong> high quality<br />
produce. Students can learn from cookery classes <strong>and</strong> visiting local<br />
produce farms.<br />
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Students <strong>and</strong> Teachers loved our<br />
D&T trip to Florence! Everything<br />
was so well organised from start<br />
to finish <strong>and</strong> the subject trips were<br />
fabulous!<br />
LOUISE<br />
London<br />
<strong>Our</strong> <strong>most</strong> <strong>popular</strong> set package<br />
Return flights to Pisa<br />
Airport transfers to Florence centre<br />
3 Nights accommodation<br />
All applicable transports in Italy<br />
Ferrari Museum (Over 18s only)<br />
Ducatti Museum (Over 18s only)<br />
Salvatore Ferragamo Museum<br />
Silver Museum<br />
Top visits for Florence<br />
FERRARI MUSEUM<br />
FERRAGAMO MUSEUM<br />
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<strong>Design</strong> & <strong>Technology</strong> trips to<br />
Florence<br />
WHERE TO STAY?<br />
Hostel 7 Santi<br />
Hostel 7 Santi is located in central Florence just a<br />
short walk from the Firenze Campo di Marte train<br />
station. The hostel is situated very close to the<br />
Fiorentina football stadium meaning that the bustling<br />
surrounding area is filled with restaurants <strong>and</strong> shops.<br />
Facilities<br />
TV, Free WiFi, Games<br />
Room, En-Suites available<br />
Student Rooms<br />
Multi Bedded Rooms<br />
WOW Hostel<br />
T he hostel is located in the historical centre of Florence<br />
- a UNESCO world heritage site. Just a short walk<br />
from the Galleria dell’Accademia <strong>and</strong> Museum of San<br />
Marco <strong>and</strong> many other major tourist attractions.<br />
Facilities<br />
Laundry Room, Free WiFi,<br />
Fitness Room, En-Suite<br />
Student Rooms<br />
Multi-Bedded Rooms<br />
Hotel Maxim<br />
In a great central Location, just a 2 minute walk from<br />
the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, one of the<br />
<strong>most</strong> famous Cathedrals in the world.<br />
Facilities<br />
TV, Free WiFi, Air-Con,<br />
Safety Deposit Box, Hairdryer,<br />
En-Suites Available<br />
Student Rooms<br />
Max 4 per room<br />
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Suggested Itinerary<br />
Day 1<br />
Depart from the UK to Pisa, upon arrival,<br />
you’ll be transferred by coach to Florence<br />
(approx 1-1.5hrs). After checking into your<br />
hotel you may have some free time in the<br />
city to explore, subject to your flight times. If<br />
this is the case, we highly recommend a visit<br />
to the famous Piazza della Signoria <strong>and</strong> Piazza<br />
del Duomo or one of the galleries such as<br />
the Bargello or Uffizi.<br />
Day 2<br />
Start the day <strong>and</strong> have breakfast with your<br />
group before being transferred to the Enzo<br />
Ferrari Museum <strong>and</strong> explore the history of<br />
the prancing horse. Here your students have<br />
the opportunity to attend engaging workshops<br />
with a focus on technical-scientific,<br />
team-building <strong>and</strong> marketing.<br />
Then have a group lunch before visiting<br />
the Ducati Museum <strong>and</strong> Factory, here your<br />
students will learn about the 90-year history<br />
of the company as well as witness the<br />
manufacturing process <strong>and</strong> stage by stage<br />
assembly lines of the motorbikes.<br />
Spend your evening in Florence <strong>and</strong> enjoy a<br />
group evening meal.<br />
Day 3<br />
On your third day, your group will proceed to<br />
the Salvatore Ferragamo Museum <strong>and</strong> learn<br />
about the history <strong>and</strong> craftsmanship involved<br />
in the creation of Ferragamo br<strong>and</strong>s. Then<br />
enjoy a group lunch after your visit.<br />
Day 4<br />
After breakfast, check-out of your hotel, you<br />
may have some free time to explore this city.<br />
Then proceed to your airport transfer to Pisa<br />
<strong>and</strong> return to the UK.<br />
Your trip will then be followed by a visit to<br />
the Silver Museum in the Pitti Palace <strong>and</strong><br />
discover sophisticated collections of ivory,<br />
jewellery, silver miniatures <strong>and</strong> Chinese &<br />
Japanese porcelain.<br />
Travel back to Florence <strong>and</strong> enjoy a group<br />
evening meal.<br />
Like this itinerary or wish to make an enquiry? Contact us today to start planning your bespoke<br />
school trip, here at Adaptable Travel, we tailor-make the perfect itinerary for your group.<br />
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<strong>Design</strong> & <strong>Technology</strong> trips to<br />
BERLIN<br />
prices from<br />
£225ppp<br />
Take your aspiring <strong>Design</strong> & <strong>Technology</strong> students to the superb<br />
destination of Berlin on their next school trip, with the ever<br />
growing creativity of the city it has become a melting pot of<br />
innovation <strong>and</strong> futuristic thinking. We have put together a selection<br />
of excursions <strong>and</strong> visits based around <strong>Design</strong> & <strong>Technology</strong><br />
including Volkswagens “Transparent Factory,” so why not offer<br />
your students the opportunity to visit this exciting destination <strong>and</strong><br />
request a quotation from us today?<br />
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“Berlin was the perfect location<br />
for a history <strong>and</strong> global<br />
perspectives school trip. Many<br />
historical sites, great museums<br />
<strong>and</strong> easy transport links.”<br />
PHILIP<br />
Marbella<br />
<strong>Our</strong> <strong>most</strong> <strong>popular</strong> set package<br />
Return flights to Berlin<br />
Airport transfers in Berlin<br />
3 Nights accommodation<br />
Evening Meals<br />
Berlinsche Galerie<br />
German Museum of <strong>Technology</strong><br />
BMW Plant Berlin tour<br />
Hamburger Bahnhof<br />
Top visits for Berlin<br />
MUSEUM OF TECHNOLOGY<br />
BMW PLANT BERLIN TOUR<br />
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<strong>Design</strong> & <strong>Technology</strong> trips to<br />
Berlin<br />
WHERE TO STAY?<br />
A&O Friedrichsein<br />
In central Berlin, in the middle of the student district<br />
in Berlin Friedrichshain.<br />
Facilities<br />
Ensuite <strong>and</strong> non-ensuite<br />
rooms available, lockers<br />
Student Rooms<br />
Max 6 bedded rooms<br />
Industriepalast Hostel<br />
Situated in the heart of Berlin, with various transport<br />
methods nearby to easily get from A to B.<br />
Facilities<br />
Bunkbeds, Lockers, Table<br />
<strong>and</strong> chairs, Hairdryer<br />
Shared / Private<br />
Bathrooms<br />
Student Rooms<br />
Multi-bedded rooms<br />
Citylight Hostel<br />
Centrally in the Berlin-Mitte district with great access<br />
to all the cities major sights <strong>and</strong> attractions.<br />
Facilities<br />
En-suite, Telephone, TV,<br />
Hairdryers<br />
Student Rooms<br />
Max 6 bedded rooms<br />
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Suggested Itinerary<br />
Day 1<br />
Fly from the UK to Berlin. Take your airport<br />
transfer <strong>and</strong> proceed to your accommodation<br />
for check-in. Why not take your students out<br />
<strong>and</strong> enjoy a group evening meal.<br />
Day 2<br />
Have breakfast at your accommodation<br />
before you go to the Bauhaus Museum. Here,<br />
your students will discover one of the <strong>most</strong><br />
important <strong>and</strong> influential schools of design,<br />
art <strong>and</strong> architecture in the 20th Century.<br />
After lunch, visit the BMW Motorcycle Plant<br />
<strong>and</strong> see the manufacturing process involved<br />
creating BMW motorcycles. Your students will<br />
witness various stages of production such as<br />
the machining shop, engine assembly, paint<br />
shop to logistics.<br />
Then take your group for an evening meal<br />
before you return to your accommodation.<br />
Day 3<br />
On day 3 you will visit the German Museum<br />
of <strong>Technology</strong> where students will discover<br />
a large collection of technical artefacts<br />
that dates back over 120 years. From film<br />
technology, transportation, aerospace to<br />
manufacturing process. After this, take your<br />
students on a group evening meal before<br />
proceeding back to your accommodation.<br />
Day 4<br />
Subject to flight times, you may have some<br />
free time before you proceed back to the<br />
airport for your departing flight.<br />
Like this itinerary or wish to make an enquiry? Contact us today to start planning your bespoke<br />
school trip, here at Adaptable Travel, we tailor-make the perfect itinerary for your group.<br />
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How to book<br />
YOUR BESPOKE<br />
STUDENT TRIP<br />
STEP 1: Request a Quotation<br />
STEP 2: Provisional Booking<br />
Contact us via any of the listed methods with your<br />
request (please include relevant subject areas of<br />
interest) <strong>and</strong> we will forward a detailed quotation<br />
complete with full information pack.<br />
Once you are happy with your quotation <strong>and</strong> you have<br />
chosen your preferred departure dates we can check<br />
all the necessary availability <strong>and</strong> hold a non committal<br />
option for you.<br />
STEP 5: Tour Operations<br />
STEP 6: Final Itinerary<br />
Your dedicated Tour Co-ordinator will work with you to<br />
ensure that all the required visits <strong>and</strong> excursions are<br />
booked <strong>and</strong> that the final itinerary is constructed to<br />
meet your group’s requirements.<br />
We will forward your final itinerary for your approval<br />
complete with all required information including any<br />
vouchers or tickets where required.<br />
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STEP 3: Promote the Tour<br />
STEP 4: Confirm the Tour<br />
This step needs to be completed within the time<br />
frame defined by the first deposit date included in<br />
your provisional booking pack.<br />
Once you have collected the deposits from the<br />
students <strong>and</strong> returned your booking form, we can<br />
confirm by sending a deposit invoice <strong>and</strong> in turn<br />
receiving deposits/purchase order.<br />
Enquire today <strong>and</strong> start planning<br />
your educational trip.<br />
STEP 7: On Tour<br />
While we expect your tour to go exactly as detailed<br />
on your itinerary we underst<strong>and</strong> the need for group<br />
leaders to have support for the duration of the tour.<br />
That’s why we have a 24 hour, 7 days a week support<br />
line.<br />
Have some paperwork required by your school or<br />
LEA?<br />
No problem, let us help.<br />
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Vamoos - Your free travel app<br />
Adaptable Travel has partnered with Vamoos to assist our group leaders manage their travel<br />
documents all in one app. All you need is a tablet or a smartphone to download Vamoos. Vamoos<br />
is available for Apple iPhone/iPad or Android tablet/smartphone.<br />
Vamoos gives you access to:<br />
Your travel documents including itinerary<br />
Excursion vouchers<br />
Weather forecast (5 days)<br />
Maps showing points of interests relevant to your group<br />
Simply click the refresh button<br />
to update your documents.<br />
How to access your travel documents?<br />
VIEW OUR VIDEO TUTORIAL<br />
HERE ><br />
Once installed, simply enter your unique reference number, which will be provided when you book<br />
your educational trip with Adaptable Travel. All documents will be available via Vamoos at least 2<br />
weeks prior to your trip departure.<br />
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Reevoo - Independent teacher reviews<br />
Reevoo enables transparent <strong>and</strong> authentic feedbacks from teachers reflecting their school trip<br />
experience with Adaptable Travel. Each of our trips will have a set of reviews from teachers who<br />
recently took the school trip.<br />
How Reevoo Works?<br />
A group enjoys an Adaptable Travel<br />
educational trip<br />
Group leader/teacher writes a review<br />
about the trip on Reevoo.<br />
Other teachers can read these independent<br />
reviews.<br />
CLICK HERE to see what teachers think of our trips or visit our website at adaptabletravel.co.uk<br />
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RIP HOODIES<br />
Make your school trip memorable with our<br />
fantastic range of school trip hoodies for<br />
£20ppp.<br />
Create your CUSTOM hoodies with personalised<br />
initials. With a huge range of colours <strong>and</strong><br />
designs to choose from you can be involved<br />
in the full design process so your hoodies are<br />
special for you <strong>and</strong> your trip.<br />
We also offer custom<br />
t-shirts or polos for<br />
your group.<br />
Upgrade your hoodies<br />
Embroidered Logos £3ppp<br />
Zip up hoodies £2ppp<br />
Two Tone hoodies £2ppp<br />
FIND OUT MORE ><br />
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www.adaptabletravel.co.uk<br />
info@adaptabletravel.co.uk<br />
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