by Rod Bishop | Sep 1, 2015 | Adventure Trips, Choir Tours, Civil Rights Tours, Explore a City, Mission Trips, Mystery Trips, Ski Trips, Summer Trips and Camps, Trip Planning, Walt Disney World & Universal Studios, Winter Retreats
Air Travel ProsShorter total travel timeCan travel farther (international also)Fun and educational view from the airplaneEntertaining people-watchingOn-board bathroomsEntertainment (Wi-Fi, movies)Air Travel ConsMost expensive (may limit participation)More time getting...
by Rod Bishop | Aug 31, 2015 | Choir Tours, General, Mission Trips, Mystery Trips, Summer Trips and Camps, Trip Planning, Winter Retreats
Looking for amazing places to take your youth group or hold your summer camp to support your teens in their faith journey? Check out the amazing sites at the Snow Mountain Ranch location of YMCA of the Rockies near Winter Park, Colorado – highlighted in...
by Rod Bishop | Jul 24, 2015 | Choir Tours, International Trips, Mission Trips, Summer Trips and Camps, Trip Planning
Well before leaving on your trip (we recommend 45 days before departure), hold a meeting to discuss the following with your youth and their parents (in addition to the trip itinerary and other items):Hospitals: Be sure to familiarize yourself with the location of the...
by Rod Bishop | Jul 2, 2015 | Choir Tours, Civil Rights Tours, Explore a City, Mission Trips, Mystery Trips, Ski Trips, Summer Trips and Camps, Trip Planning, Walt Disney World & Universal Studios, Winter Retreats
Air Travel Expenses (Usually the most expensive option)Airline tickets: prices vary by destination, lead time and datesLuggage feesShuttle between home and airport or parkingTransportation at destinationBenefits: Fastest way to travel; best way to cross land borders...
by Rod Bishop | Jun 30, 2015 | Choir Tours, General, Mission Trips, Trip Planning, Why do I need a travel agent?
Keep It Simple. Making your travel plans too complicated increases the chances of unexpected mishaps occurring during your trip.Go With What You Know. Traveling to a city you are familiar with can reduce your stress – reducing chances you (and the group) will...
by Rod Bishop | Jun 17, 2015 | Choir Tours, International Trips, Mission Trips, Summer Trips and Camps, Trip Planning
Before You Start Planning: Check. Read any State Department Travel Warnings for the country you want to visit – due to civil unrest, dangerous conditions, terrorist activity or because the U.S. has no diplomatic relations with the country (difficult to help...