From music ensembles to middle school classes and student groups of all kinds, educational travel continues to be one of the most powerful ways to bring learning to life. In 2025, Bennett Travel worked with schools across the Midwest and beyond to create trips that blended education, exploration and unforgettable...
Each year, robotics teams from around the globe gather in Houston for the FIRST Robotics Championship, the culminating event of a season defined by problem-solving, teamwork and innovation. Teams qualify based on their performance at state and regional competitions, often learning they’ve advanced just two to three weeks before departure. That...
Every December, one of the most meaningful holiday traditions at Walt Disney World Resort comes to life at EPCOT: the Candlelight Processional. Staged at the America Gardens Theatre during EPCOT’s International Festival of the Holidays, Candlelight is more than a seasonal concert. It is a full-scale presentation of the Christmas story,...
In November, over 100 bands competed at the Bands of America Grand National Championships, many of which are long-standing clients of the Music Travel Consultants family of brands. This recap highlights the event and the role our team plays in supporting their experience. Bentonville HS (AR) What Is Bands of America Grand...
Fall break student travel is one of student travel’s best-kept secrets. With off-peak pricing, lighter crowds and smoother, more relaxed days from start to finish, autumn offers one of the most rewarding times of year for group travel. Shorter lines, easier access to top attractions and festive seasonal events make...
Boston is an exceptional destination for a United States history trip, offering students an immersive experience where American heritage meets contemporary culture. Students can explore charming cobblestone streets steeped in revolutionary history and follow the Freedom Trail to uncover the stories of the nation’s birth. They can visit a legendary...
New York City is one of the world’s most influential cultural capitals. It is an ideal destination for students exploring the arts. With its museums, performances and landmarks, the city provides hands-on learning experiences that extend far beyond the classroom. For educators planning a trip, these institutions inspire creativity, critical...
The birthplace of jazz, New Orleans is the ultimate jazz band travel destination. Walking through historic neighborhoods like the French Quarter and Tremé, students can explore legendary venues where jazz greats like Louis Armstrong and Sidney Bechet once performed. Live performances at every corner, workshops, and opportunities to engage with...
Cincinnati, OH, is the perfect blend of performance opportunities, engaging museums and immersive history. Main Event Arcade games, obstacle courses and escape rooms provide an opportunity for collaboration, relaxation and group bonding. Clinic at the University of Cincinnati Students can visit the Corbett Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Cincinnati for...
Designing and implementing a client software program, traveler app and standard-setting contribution collection process makes Robin Harting a driving force in keeping BT running efficiently for both the client and staff. Robin Harting, Senior System Designer and Project Analyst for the Music Travel Consultants Family of Brands, is a highly impactful...
