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Whether you are planning an 8th grade Washington, DC trip, or a High School Bus Tour, you know the planning process will take time and commitment to produce the perfect trip. Here are six great tips for promoting your next student trip.

Plan with a committee

No man is an island. The sentiment rings true for trip coordinators. Put together a planning committee that will help to brainstorm, plan, coordinate, and execute the vision for the trip.

Promote. Promote. Promote.

Once details are locked down, promote the trip to students. Get them excited by sharing snippets about the destination you’ll be visiting. Relate your instructional content to the trip. Find unique ways to catch students’ interest. There are lots of ways to make your trip relevant and engaging for students!

Get Parent Involved

Host an informational parent meeting as early as possible. Getting students interested is half the battle; getting parents on board and commitment to allow their child is the real challenge. Be sure you are well equipped to address and answer any questions or concerns parents may have, such as safety, lodging, and the tentative itinerary.

Constructively Use Social Media

Use social media to your advantage. Create a private group to post information and build excitement for the trip.

Try Fundraising

If you want to keep the trip affordable for families, consider offering fundraising opportunities. Don’t be afraid to think outside the box for fundraising opportunities.

Hire a Bus Tour Professional

Our team of professionals continually strive to establish creative ways to generate happy travelers. If you are looking for charter bus services near New Jersey, our services will undoubtedly provide the options needed to ensure safe travels. Our expert chauffeurs have proven reliability through their timeliness and ability to connect with customers.

As you begin to plan, keep these tips for promoting trips in mind. Proper planning goes a long way to producing a successful school trip.