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TA0449ABTA No.V0550
The School Tour Specialists
Bringing Languages to Life® 2011/12
Ireland’s Leading School Tour Specialists
Language Tours for Schools
Fantastic Range of All-Inclusive Tailor Made Tours
• French• Spanish
• German
When students get the opportunity to visit France, Spain or Germany with NST, a whole new learning experience opens up for them. There’s really no better way to reinforce your classroom-based learning than by surrounding your students with native speakers and immersing them in the culture and daily rhythms of French, German and Spanish life.
An NST tour is also a great way to encourage class bonding and provide shared experiences away from home that children will remember for years to come. With our unsurpassed destination knowledge, you’ll get an itinerary that includes the right balance of cultural experiences, activity-based visits and language workshops to help achieve your learning objectives.
Visit www.nst.ie2 Call (+353) 01 8940300 | Email [email protected]
Bringing the Curriculum to Life
Welcome to NST...Bringing Languages to Life
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FREEGreat Ways to Go and ExploreThe Go Explore JournalThis journal is a great tool for students to record their experience outside the classroom, and contains space to add information about where they’re staying, pre-visit notes, a daily journal about what they have seen and learnt, as well as space for relevant vocabulary. Not only is this useful for assisting in controlled assessment preparation, but will be a valuable momento of their time abroad.The Go Explore journal is available free for French Language groups. Spanish and German will be available in 2012.
Generic Workbooks & Town TrailsThese worksheets cover common situations that students will find themselves in and offer a more structured way of learning on tour. The series of questions will help to build on basic language skills and are ideal for students, covering topics such as ‘around town’, ‘about my hotel’, ‘at the cafeteria’, ‘out and about’ and ‘at the supermarket’. These are great for use prior to and whilst exploring the area.
Project WorkWe’ve prepared project work based on the visits incorporated within your itinerary, so you’ll easily be able to incorporate these challenging and enjoyable activities into your pre- and post-tour lesson plans. Your students will be able to conduct interviews with visit staff set around a specific topic and in the native tongue.
Best of all, these resources are FREE and available to download online once you book. For samples please visit www.nst.ie/resourcepacks
Lille ChristmasMarket WorksheetWhere is the market held? When is it open?
When does Lille’s Christmas Market take place? What is the most popular drink in the market? How many chalets are there in the Christmas Market? How high is la grande roue (Ferris Wheel)?
How many cars has it got? Which building does Father Christmas drop in from each Saturday?The Christmas Market doesn’t only offer French specialities. How many
specialities from other countries can you find? In the centre of the Grand Place (Place du Général de Gaulle) is a bronze Goddess
monument. What does it commemorate?
Which theatre company has its headquarters in the Grand Place?Note/write down 3 presents that you could buy at the chalet “Les trésors de
Nathalie” (chalet 32):
How much will a ride on a horse-drawn carriage cost you?What can you buy at chalet 23? Which of their items is on special offer this year? List some of the foods and presents you can buy from their neighbour, la Maison
Fortwenger:
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This is a collection of resources which have been created to
support an MFL visit to Paris. They have been written to work
alongside the NST “Go Explore En France” booklet which each
child can use to prepare and record their experience in France.
This can be a wonderful opportunity for your learners to be
exposed to numerous ways in which they can develop their own
understanding of the French language and culture in friendly,
professional and in some cases a family environment.
In this resource pack you will find:
Case Studies : NST has facilitated opportunities for you to
communicate with native speakers and focus on cultural
aspects of your visits in innovative and compelling situations;
Montmartre
The Montparnasse 56 panoramic visit
The Paris Story
There is no obligation to use any part of these resources whilst
in Paris, it is entirely up to you, feel free to do all of the projects
or take these resources and amend them to your needs.
Introduction If you require any of our old resources they can also be found
online at www.nstgroup.co.uk
As Ireland’s leading school tour specialist, everyone at NST is committed to providing outstanding value
Language tours whereby every student returns home with memorable experiences which educate, motivate
and inspire – both inside and outside the classroom. With NST, you’ll find:
Curriculum based visits that we can pre-book so that your itinerary runs smoothly
Wide range of language schools in each destination to provide you with language lessons and workshops for all abilities
Fresh range of new Teacher Resources to help you plan and organise your school tour with ease
FREE Evening Entertainment Packs and Resources
Well-located, school group friendly accommodation
Our renowned, informed and capable customer service team!
NST is fully licensed and bonded. Book Safe - Travel Happy!
FRENCH LANGUAGE - ParisThe School Tour Specialists
With its huge choice of attractions, Paris is ideal for group bonding and those wishing to explore and learn about French history and culture. We’ll provide you with an itinerary that matches your exact requirements and we’ll even combine your Paris tour with a magical visit to Disneyland® Paris.
Taking part in these enjoyable shared experiences will not only strengthen friendships but also open your students’ eyes to French culture and add real value to their classroom-based learning.
• Disneyland® Paris
• Aquaboulevard Water Park beside Disneyland® Paris
• Bowling• Le Stade de France
• Eiffel Tower
• Seine River Boat Cruise
• Montmartre & Sacré Coeur
• Château de Versailles
• Louvre Museum
• Arc de Triomphe
• Musée d’Orsay
• Notre Dame & Île de la Cité
• Cinéaqua
• Pompidou Centre
Cultural Experiences Leisure Visits
Students at the Eiffel Tower,
Students outside the Louvre Museum
Visit www.nst.ie4 Call (+353) 01 8940300 | Email [email protected]
Increase the numbers on your tour and save money - ideal for:
4 Art & Design 4 History 4 Music 4 Geography 4 Science
Cross-Curricular Visits
GUIDED TOUR OF PARISA tailor-made coach tour of Paris that includes a dedicated French or English-speaking guide, who will help with pronunciation and knowledge of the many sights of Paris.
MONTPARNASSE TOWERThis 196m tower has shorter queues than the Eiffel Tower and a fabulous view of Paris. The viewpoint tables clearly mark the city’s many famous monuments. There are also a number of audio-visual and interactive facilities to help build language skills and enhance their knowledge of Paris.
PARIS STORY EXHIBITIONA fun and interactive way to learn about the history of Paris through widescreen multimedia shows, 3D models, a thematic video gallery and even a 3D Victor Hugo.
CITÉ DES SCIENCESFrance’s largest planetarium has 30,000m² of interactive exhibits, exploring man’s experiences with science. Areas for groups to explore include Explora Exhibitions and The Géode.
Activity Based LearningA range of engaging experiences that offer a level of understanding that you simply cannot replicate in the classroom.
All positive and without doubt it was the best tour we ever had as it satisfied all educational, leisure and cultural objectivesMr Fox, Co. Donegal
NST'S VALUE TIPS✓Substantial savings when you
travel off peak or a day or two outside official school holidays
✓Travel by coach & ferry to Paris✓Ask us about free visits in Paris ✓Range of hotels to suit your
budget
✓Range of restaurants to suit your budget
✓Choose a 1:10 rather than a 1:8 free supervisory ratio
✓Travel light, just take hand luggage
The Louvre Museum
Call (+353) 01 8940300 | Email [email protected] 5
FRENCH LANGUAGE - ParisThe School Tour Specialists
ACCORD LANGUAGE SCHOOLAwarded the prestigious French Foreign Language Quality Label, this fabulous language school operates the ‘play and learn’ method of teaching French, and sessions can even take place on the streets of Paris. Sessions are tailored to the abilities and requirements of the group, and students are split into groups of up to 15 to ensure maximum individual participation.
FIAP LANGUAGE WORKSHOPSLanguage tuition is available for groups staying at the FIAP Jean Monnet. The lessons are adapted to match the abilities and requirements of the group and led by highly qualified local teachers and designed to improve student confidence as well as ability.
EUROPEAN CAMPUS SAINTE–THÉRÈSE LANGUAGE WORKSHOPSLanguage tuition is available for groups staying at the European Campus Sainte-Thérèse. During these lively and fun workshops students learn a popular French song, work on vocabulary, grammar and spelling and leave with a certificate of attendance. All teachers are qualified and will adapt the course to meet the requirements of your students.
Language Workshops Great Ways to Go & Explore• GENERIC WORKBOOKS & TOWN TRAILS• GO EXPLORE JOURNALS• PROJECT WORKSee page 3 for more details.
FREE
Lille ChristmasMarket WorksheetWhere is the market held? When is it open?
When does Lille’s Christmas Market take place? What is the most popular drink in the market? How many chalets are there in the Christmas Market? How high is la grande roue (Ferris Wheel)?
How many cars has it got? Which building does Father Christmas drop in from each Saturday?The Christmas Market doesn’t only offer French specialities. How many
specialities from other countries can you find? In the centre of the Grand Place (Place du Général de Gaulle) is a bronze Goddess
monument. What does it commemorate?
Which theatre company has its headquarters in the Grand Place?Note/write down 3 presents that you could buy at the chalet “Les trésors de
Nathalie” (chalet 32):
How much will a ride on a horse-drawn carriage cost you?What can you buy at chalet 23? Which of their items is on special offer this year? List some of the foods and presents you can buy from their neighbour, la Maison
Fortwenger:
12345678
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
This is a collection of resources which have been created to
support an MFL visit to Paris. They have been written to work
alongside the NST “Go Explore En France” booklet which each
child can use to prepare and record their experience in France.
This can be a wonderful opportunity for your learners to be
exposed to numerous ways in which they can develop their own
understanding of the French language and culture in friendly,
professional and in some cases a family environment.
In this resource pack you will find:
Case Studies : NST has facilitated opportunities for you to
communicate with native speakers and focus on cultural
aspects of your visits in innovative and compelling situations;
Montmartre
The Montparnasse 56 panoramic visit
The Paris Story
There is no obligation to use any part of these resources whilst
in Paris, it is entirely up to you, feel free to do all of the projects
or take these resources and amend them to your needs.
Introduction If you require any of our old resources they can also be found
online at www.nstgroup.co.uk
SAMPLE 4-DAY LANGUAGE TOUR TO PARIS
MORNING AFTERNOON EVENING
Day 1 Flight from Ireland Guided sightseeing coach tour of Paris Evening Meal Climb Montparnasse Tower
Day 2 Visit Notre Dame and the Latin Quarter Visit the Musee du LouvreClimb the Eiffel Tower
Evening Meal Seine River Cruise
Day 3 Guided tour of Stade de France Visit Montmartre & Sacre Coeur Evening MealQuiz
Day 4 Full day excursion to Disneyland® Paris Return flight to Ireland
PRICE INCLUDES:
✓Return flights✓1 piece of checked luggage✓All taxes & charges✓Airport see off✓3 nights half board accommodation✓All visits and guides as per itinerary✓4 days coach hire✓Group Travel Insurance✓1 in 8 free place ratio✓24 hr emergency contact
* Peak/school hols supplements apply. Price is based on 40 paying passengers
Add 6 hours of language lessons to your itinerary from as little as €40
CONTACT NSTFOR A TAILORMADE QUOTE
FRENCH LANGUAGE - Northern FranceThe School Tour Specialists
A beautiful region which will provide your students with a real taste of life in France. Offering a range of seaside resorts, local markets, water and theme parks and historic attractions – so it’s the ideal destination to practise and enhance language skills, discover French culture and find time for a spot of group bonding too!
Taking part in these enjoyable shared experiences will not only strengthen friendships but also open your students’ eyes to French culture and add real value to their classroom-based learning.
• Bellewaerde Theme Park, Ypres
• Hélicéa Leisure Centre, Boulogne-sur-Mer
• Aqualud, Le Touquet
• Evening Activities – discos, quizzes, French nights, etc.
• Boulogne-sur-Mer - Becasuc sweet factory, Roman old town, Local market days
• Goat Farm, Montcavrel
• Les Chocolats de Beussent
• L’Escargotière du Choquel, Saint-Martin Choquel
• Boulangerie Visits
• Regional Food Tasting
• Musée de l’Abeille d’Opale
• Musée de Maintenay
• La Coupole
• Agincourt Historical Museum
Cultural Experiences Leisure Visits
Visit www.nst.ie6 Call (+353) 01 8940300 | Email [email protected]
Increase the numbers on your tour and save money - ideal for:
4 History
Cross-Curricular Visits
TOWN TREASURE TRAILSFollow trail instructions and answer questions in French in this informative way to explore the town. NST’s exclusive trails are an excellent method of getting students to read, repeat and understand French words and phrases.
Town trails are available in: • Aire-sur-la-Lys • Boulogne-sur-Mer • St Omer
NAUSICAÄ SEA CENTRE, BOULOGNE-SUR-MERThis fascinating sea centre promotes French learning through interactive exhibits. Their range of educational workshops is now available to book for all age groups in French or English, covering marine-based topics such as climate change, plankton or marine life.
AUBERGE À LA FERME DU ‘SIRE DE CRÉQUY’, NR FRUGESConducted in French, this informative visit provides students with an insight into how traditional French cheeses and other dairy products are produced. Samples are provided along the tour and there is an option to eat lunch at the farm with much of the menu produced on-site.
BOULANGERIE ESCOEUILLESAt this traditional boulangerie only French is spoken. Your students will complete worksheets ensuring they learn new phrases as they see the making and baking of bread, brioche and papin pies, before leaving with a fresh croissant or pain au chocolat.
FRENCH IMMERSION TOUR TO NST’S CHÂTEAU For those looking for a truly French experience, why not try a French Immersion Course based at NST’s château? From the moment your students arrive to the minute they leave, NST’s bilingual château staff will speak to them in French and French alone! This is a great way to develop their listening and speaking skills, and by combining this experience with a variety of cultural visits in the area, your tour will really stretch their language abilities.
Activity Based LearningA range of engaging experiences that offer a level of understanding that you simply cannot replicate in the classroom.Additional online resources and interactive experiences are available for Les Chocolats de Beussent and Boulogne-sur-Mer market.
Always available to speak to. Always pleasant, nothing a problem. It was excellent from beginning to end.Ms Cooke-Harkins, Co. Donegal
NST'S VALUE TIPS✓Substantial savings when you
travel off peak or a day or two outside official school holidays
✓Travel by coach & ferry to Northern France✓Ask us about free visits in Northern France
✓Range of hotels to suit your budget✓Range of restaurants to suit your budget✓Choose a 1:10 rather than a 1:8 free
supervisory ratio✓Travel light, just take hand luggage
Students at the local market
NEW Option
Château d’Ebblinghem is NST’s very own 19th century French country house set in a rural location 8km east of St Omer in North West France. Specifically renovated to provide a superb standard of accommodation for school and youth groups.
BENEFITS OF CHÂTEAU D’EBBLINGHEM • One Group Accommodation • Your own Group Co-ordinator• Safe & Secure• Nutritious meals• Organised evening activities• Excellent recreational facilities
NST’s AccommodationChâteau d’Ebblinghem - Owned by NST
Call (+353) 01 8940300 | Email [email protected] 7
FRENCH LANGUAGE - Northern FranceThe School Tour Specialists
LILLE UNIVERSITY All lessons are tailored to the ability of your group and your choice of topics. To ensure maximum individual participation, groups are split into classes of up to 15 students, who then go on to use their enhanced abilities and confidence in speaking the language for the remainder of the visit. Lessons are available Monday to Saturday, all year round (excluding August).
Language Workshops
SAMPLE 4-DAY LANGUAGE TOUR TO NORTHERN FRANCE
MORNING AFTERNOON EVENING
Day 1 Flight from Ireland Check into your accommodation and spend your afternoon exploring the local area
Evening meal French quiz night
Day 2 Full day in Boulogne Sur Mer to visit the markets, the Nausicaa Sea Centre and complete the Boulogne Treasure Trail
Evening mealFrench night crêpe making
Day 3 Demonstration and tasting at a local Boulangerie. Visit Les Chocolats de Beussent
Afternoon visit to Aqualud Water park Evening mealDisco
Day 4 Last minute shopping and sightseeing in Lille or similar
Return flight to Ireland
FRANCE
Pas-de-Calais
BELGIUMCalais
Boulogne-sur-Mer St. Omer
Le Touquet
Château d’Ebblinghem
Lille
Aire-sur-la-Lys
Guines
Saint-Martin-Choquel
Montcavrel Fruges
Ypres
Students at local Boulangerie
Chateau d’Ebblingham
Great Ways to Go & Explore• GENERIC WORKBOOKS & TOWN TRAILS• GO EXPLORE JOURNALS• PROJECT WORKSee page 3 for more details.
FREE
Lille ChristmasMarket WorksheetWhere is the market held? When is it open?
When does Lille’s Christmas Market take place? What is the most popular drink in the market? How many chalets are there in the Christmas Market? How high is la grande roue (Ferris Wheel)?
How many cars has it got? Which building does Father Christmas drop in from each Saturday?The Christmas Market doesn’t only offer French specialities. How many
specialities from other countries can you find? In the centre of the Grand Place (Place du Général de Gaulle) is a bronze Goddess
monument. What does it commemorate?
Which theatre company has its headquarters in the Grand Place?Note/write down 3 presents that you could buy at the chalet “Les trésors de
Nathalie” (chalet 32):
How much will a ride on a horse-drawn carriage cost you?What can you buy at chalet 23? Which of their items is on special offer this year? List some of the foods and presents you can buy from their neighbour, la Maison
Fortwenger:
12345678
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
This is a collection of resources which have been created to
support an MFL visit to Paris. They have been written to work
alongside the NST “Go Explore En France” booklet which each
child can use to prepare and record their experience in France.
This can be a wonderful opportunity for your learners to be
exposed to numerous ways in which they can develop their own
understanding of the French language and culture in friendly,
professional and in some cases a family environment.
In this resource pack you will find:
Case Studies : NST has facilitated opportunities for you to
communicate with native speakers and focus on cultural
aspects of your visits in innovative and compelling situations;
Montmartre
The Montparnasse 56 panoramic visit
The Paris Story
There is no obligation to use any part of these resources whilst
in Paris, it is entirely up to you, feel free to do all of the projects
or take these resources and amend them to your needs.
Introduction If you require any of our old resources they can also be found
online at www.nstgroup.co.uk
PRICE INCLUDES:
✓Return flights✓1 piece of checked luggage✓All taxes & charges✓Airport see off✓3 nights FULL BOARD accommodation✓All visits and guides as per itinerary✓4 days coach hire✓Group Travel Insurance✓1 in 8 free place ratio✓24 hr emergency contact* Peak/school hols supplements apply. Price is based on 40 paying passengers
Add 6 hours of language lessons to your itinerary from as little as €48
CONTACT NSTFOR A TAILORMADE QUOTE
GERMAN LANGUAGE - BerlinThe School Tour Specialists
Berlin is one of Europe’s most historic cities and has evolved to become vibrant and cosmopolitan with visits and attractions that will give students a greater understanding of German life, past and present, whilst also helping them to increase their language abilities and bond as a group.
• Guided City Tour – Berlin Wall, The
Reichstag, The Brandenburg Gate
• Checkpoint Charlie Museum
• TV Tower
• Olympic Stadium Tour
• Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp
• Filmpark Babelsberg
• Topography of Terror
Cultural Experiences
Leisure Visits
Visit www.nst.ie Call (+353) 01 8940300 | Email [email protected]
POTSDAMER PLATZA prime example of the new, vibrant Berlin. Students can practise their language skills in the numerous shops, cafés, restaurants and the fabulous Sony centre at this lively public square, once one of the busiest traffic intersections in Europe.
BERLIN MARKETSThe large indoor market in the centre of the city is an ideal place to put language skills to the test and pick up a bargain or two.
DDR MUSEUMThis interactive museum immerses students into daily life during the Communist Era in East Berlin, helping them understand the period in a unique and entertaining way.
THE STORY OF BERLINA fabulous museum that shows over 800 years of Berlin’s history, through a number of interactive exhibitions and sound and light shows. The exhibition text, and guided bomb-shelter tour, are available in both English and German.
PRO-LOG WORKSHOPLocated close to many of our most popular hotels, these workshops are taken, in German, by local teachers. There is a large focus on ‘practise’ and students are split in groups of up to 12, based on ability, to ensure individual participation. The sessions can include city trails or other activities and many groups follow the workshop with a visit to Berlin’s market to practise their newly enhanced language skills.
Activity Based Learning
Language Workshops
A range of engaging experiences that offer a level of understanding that you simply cannot replicate in the classroom.
SAMPLE 4-DAY LANGUAGE TOUR TO BERLIN
MORNING AFTERNOON EVENING
Day 1 Flight from IrelandMeet & Greet and check-in assistance from NST Representive
Guided walking tour of Berlin including Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag & the Holocaust Memorial
Evening mealLocal Orientation
Day 2 Visit some of Berlin’s Markets Visit Olympic Stadium and Bell Tower Evening mealClimb the TV Tower in Alexanderplatz
Day 3 Guided tour of The Story of Berlin (In English or German)
Visit the DDR Museum Evening meal Bowling
Day 4 Last minute sightseeing and some shopping in Ku’daam
Return flight to Ireland
Berlin City Centre
PRICE INCLUDES:✓Return flights✓1 piece of checked luggage✓All taxes & charges✓Airport see off✓Meet & Greet in Berlin✓3 nights half board accommodation✓All visits and guides as per itinerary✓Return airport transfers✓2 days coach hire✓Group Travel Insurance✓1 in 8 free place ratio✓24 hr emergency contact* Peak/school hols supplements apply. Price is based on 40 paying passengers
NST'S VALUE TIPS✓Substantial savings when you travel
off peak or a day or two outside
official school holidays
✓Ask us about free visits in Berlin
✓Range of restaurants to suit your budget
✓Range of hotels to suit your budget
✓Use NST’s FREE Languages Resources - Generic Workbooks & Town Trails - Go Explore Journals - Project Work (See page 3 for more details)
Add 4 hours of language lessons to your itinerary from as little as €44
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• Tropical Islands Water Park
• IMAX Cinema
• Bowling
• Ice Skating
CONTACT NSTFOR A TAILORMADE QUOTE
The region offers a wide range of visits that give an insight into German life and a welcoming environment to practise language skills. NST offers an excellent choice of accommodation serving the needs of school groups and our tailor-made itineraries will add real value to your classroom-based learning.
• Phantasialand • Hunsrück Railway
• Cochem Wave Pool
• Bowling
• Swimming
• KD Rhine River Cruises
• Cologne
• Boppard
• The Town of Koblenz
• Siegfried’s Musikkabinett
Cultural Experiences
Leisure Visits
Call (+353) 01 8940300 | Email [email protected]
GERMAN LANGUAGE - Rhine & MoselleThe School Tour Specialists
RHINE & MOSELLEOnline resources and interactive experiences are available about the Rhine, at Siegfreid’s Musikkabinett in Rüdesheim and the wine-tasting in Koblenz.
THE TOWN OF TRIERThe oldest city in Germany, founded by the Romans, has an abundance of opportunities for students to practise language skills, including the marketplace, cathedral, baths and toy museum.
THE TOWN OF COCHEM This popular town is a favourite for students to explore. Groups
can also tour the castle, completing NST study packs, helping them to improve their language abilities.
MARKSBURG & BURG ELTZ CASTLESStudents fill out NST quiz sheets, in German, as they tour either of these fabulous medieval castles.
VINEYARDSStudents can enjoy guided tours of the vineyards and wine cellars, get the opportunity to speak to the winegrowers and taste locally produced wines and fruit juices.
SPRACHSCHULEN HOMMERThis small school offers excellent language workshops taught by professionals who are qualified in teaching German as a foreign language. The classes will be held at your hotel with groups split into classes up to 15 to ensure maximum participation. Time may be given in local towns afterwards to practise their newly enhanced skills and build confidence.
Activity Based Learning
Language Workshops
A range of engaging experiences that offer a level of understanding that you simply cannot replicate in the classroom.
SAMPLE 4-DAY LANGUAGE TOUR TO RHINE & MOSELLE
MORNING AFTERNOON EVENING
Day 1 Flight from Ireland Visit Marksburg Castle Evening mealFree time exploring the area
Day 2 Guided tour of Cologne, taking in the Cathedral. Guided tour of the Chocolate Museum and the Olympic Sports museum
Evening mealBowling
Day 3 Full day in Cochem for a guided tour of Cochem Castle, ride the Cochem Chair lifts and visit Cochem Wavepool
Evening mealGuided tour of a local vineyard
Day 4 KD River Cruise on the RhineFree time in Rudesheim
Return flight to Ireland
Students near the Rhine
PRICE INCLUDES:
✓Return flights✓1 piece of checked luggage✓All taxes & charges✓Airport see off✓3 nights half board accommodation✓All visits and guides as per itinerary✓4 days coach hire✓Group Travel Insurance✓1 in 8 free place ratio✓24 hr emergency contact
* Peak/school hols supplements apply. Price is based on 40 paying passengers
NST'S VALUE TIPS✓Substantial savings when you travel
off peak or a day or two outside
official school holidays
✓Ask us about free visits in Rhine & Moselle
✓Range of restaurants to suit your budget
✓Range of hotels to suit your budget
✓Use NST’s FREE Languages Resources
- Generic Workbooks & Town Trails
- Go Explore Journals
- Project Work
(See page 3 for more details)
Add 6 hours of language lessons to your itinerary from as little as €26
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CONTACT NSTFOR A TAILORMADE QUOTE
SPANISH LANGUAGE - Barcelona/SalouThe School Tour Specialists
Barcelona, a modern and dynamic city with a strong sense of art and architecture, is steeped in history, tradition and diverse cultural influences. The Catalonian Coast provides an ideal base for groups to enjoy a beach side tour whilst experiencing the city life of Barcelona.
• PortAventura Theme Park
• Aquapolis Water Park, Salou
• Aqualeon Aquapark, Tarragona
• Monjuic
• La Sagrada Familia
• Nou Camp Las Ramblas
• Parc Güell
• Gothic Quarter
• Markets
• Art Galleries & Museums
• Sitges
• Tarragona
• The Gaudi Centre, Reus
• Montserrat Monastery
Cultural Experiences
Leisure Visits
Visit www.nst.ie10 Call (+353) 01 8940300 | Email [email protected]
BARCELONAOnline resources and interactive experiences are available for PortAventura, Gaudí Centre and Las Ramblas.
POBLE ESPANYOLA complete village where students can practise their language skills in the many buildings housing working craftspeople, souvenir shops, cafés and restaurants.
PORT VELLThe renovated harbour area has a number of attractions including the IMAX Cinema & Maremagnum. Students can explore the largest aquarium in Europe, visit the wide range of shops, eateries, an arcade games centre and a state-of-the-art large screen cinema, offering 3D movie experiences, too!
MARKETSThe markets are the ideal place to put language skills to the test and pick up a bargain.
SITGES & CALAFELL TOWN TRAILSStudents follow trail instructions and answer questions in Spanish in this informative and enjoyable way to explore the town. Our trails are an excellent method of getting students to read, repeat and understand Spanish signs, words and phrases.
TAPAS TASTING EVENINGStudents can taste a wide variety of traditional Spanish dishes at this fun and popular evening activity.
CAMBRILS LANGUAGE SCHOOLSNST can provide an intensive Spanish Language course in Cambrils. Offering fully tailored courses, these schools will ensure your students receive relevant content and delivery methods according to their study level. Students will be split in maximum groups of 15 with qualified teachers and awarded a diploma of attendance.
Activity Based Learning
Language Workshops
A range of engaging experiences that offer a level of understanding that you simply cannot replicate in the classroom.
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SAMPLE 4-DAY LANGUAGE TOUR TO BARCELONA/SALOU
MORNING AFTERNOON EVENING
Day 1 Flight from Ireland Guided coach tour of Barcelona Evening mealStroll around Salou
Day 2 Visit Montserrat Monastery Visit the Roman town of Tarragona Evening mealBowling in Tarragona
Day 3 Guided tour of the Olympic Stadium, then visit Montjuic and Poble Espanyol
Take the Cable Car down to Maremagnum
Evening mealMagic Show
Day 4 Visit markets in Barcelona Return flight to Ireland
Taking part in these enjoyable shared experiences will not only strengthen friendships but also open your students’ eyes to Spanish culture and add real value to their classroom-based learning.
Students at La Sagrada Familia, Barcelona
PRICE INCLUDES:✓Return flights✓1 piece of checked luggage✓All taxes & charges✓Airport see off✓Meet & Greet in Barcelona✓3 nights half board accommodation✓All visits and guides as per itinerary✓4 days coach hire✓Group Travel Insurance✓1 in 8 free place ratio✓24 hr emergency contact* Peak/school hols supplements apply. Price is based on 40 paying passengers
NST'S VALUE TIPS✓Substantial savings when you travel
off peak or a day or two outside
official school holidays
✓Ask us about free visits in Barcelona
✓Range of restaurants to suit your budget
✓Range of hotels to suit your budget
✓Use NST’s FREE Languages Resources
- Generic Workbooks & Town Trails
- Go Explore Journals
- Project Work
(See page 3 for more details)
Add 5 hours of language lessons to your itinerary from as little as €47
CONTACT NSTFOR A TAILORMADE QUOTE
The region offers a wide range of visits that give an insight into Spanish life and a welcoming environment to practise language skills. NST offers an excellent choice of accommodation serving the needs of school groups and our tailor-made itineraries will add real value to your classroom-based learning.
• Karaoke / Disco• Swimming Pool
• Valle Real Shopping Centre
• The City of Santander• Altamira Caves, nr Santillana del Mar• El Soplao Caves• Fuente Dé Cable Car
• Santillana del Mar• Comillas• Bilbao• Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao
Cultural Experiences
Leisure Visits
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SPANISH LANGUAGE - CantabriaThe School Tour Specialists
SANTANDER TOWN TRAILStudents follow trail instructions and answer questions in Spanish in this informative and enjoyable way to explore the town.
POTES MARKET VISIT Students can practise their Spanish and even pick up a bargain at the popular local market in Potes – a medieval town, popular for its architecture, natural environment and traditions.
CABARCENO NATURE PARK & WORKSHOPSThis spacious safari park offers various entertainments such as
falconry displays and sea lion shows. There are also workshops available, all of which can be conducted in Spanish.
TAPAS TASTING EVENING Groups staying at the Hotel Campomar gain a real taste of Cantabria by enjoying a fun tapas tasting evening and Spanish cookery lessons.
TRADITIONAL FLAMENCO LESSONS Students can see a professional presentation of the passionate art of flamenco dancing before learning some traditional moves and clapping rhythms.
SANTANDER LANGUAGE SCHOOLSNST can provide an intensive Spanish Language course in a highly prestigious school in Santander. Offering a fully tailored course, this school will ensure your students receive relevant content and delivery methods according to their study level. Students will be split in maximum groups of 15 with qualified teachers and awarded a diploma of attendance.
Activity Based Learning
Language Workshops
A range of engaging experiences that offer a level of understanding that you simply cannot replicate in the classroom.
Taking part in these enjoyable shared experiences will not only strengthen friendships but also open your students’ eyes to Spanish culture and add real value to their classroom-based learning.
SAMPLE 4-DAY LANGUAGE TOUR TO CANTABRIA
MORNING AFTERNOON EVENING
Day 1 Flight from IrelandMeet & Greet and check-in assitance from NST Representative
Visit the El Soplao Caves Evening mealExplore local area and beaches
Day 2 Coach excursion to Santander, explore the city using NST town trail worksheets
Visit the Cabárceno Nature Park Evening mealQuiz night
Day 3 Full day coach excursion to the Picos de Europa region with visits to the cable car at Fuent Dé, & shopping in Potes
Evening mealKaraoke/Disco
Day 4 Visit the Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao Return flight to Ireland
Students at El Soplao Caves
PRICE INCLUDES:✓Return flights✓1 piece of checked luggage✓All taxes & charges✓Airport see off✓Meet & Greet in Cantabria✓3 nights half board accommodation✓All visits and guides as per itinerary✓4 days coach hire✓Group Travel Insurance✓1 in 8 free place ratio✓24 hr emergency contact* Peak/school hols supplements apply. Price is based on 40 paying passengers
NST'S VALUE TIPS✓Substantial savings when you travel
off peak or a day or two outside
official school holidays
✓Ask us about free visits in Cantabria
✓Range of restaurants to suit your budget
✓Range of hotels to suit your budget
✓Use NST’s FREE Languages Resources
- Generic Workbooks & Town Trails
- Go Explore Journals
- Project Work
(See page 3 for more details)
Add 6 hours of language lessons to your itinerary from as little as €45
CONTACT NSTFOR A TAILORMADE QUOTE
The School Tour Specialists
email [email protected] www.nst.ie/languages
Call (+353) 01 8940 300
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