An Unforgettable Experience Awaits
Plan exhilarating school trips to Costa Brava with Travelbound. Spain’s wild Costa Brava coast is a fascinating region and offers a variety of educational and, of course, fun activities for students across any subject.
Trip Highlights
Historic Girona to visit the cathedral
Arab baths and museu
The Dalí Museum at Figueres
A day trip to Barcelona
PortAventura theme park
Recommended excursions
Girona
This ancient town has all the charm of a large city but without the crowds. The old town is on the east bank of the river, with pedestrianized narrow streets surrounded by the old city walls, which you can walk along. There is an attractive Jewish quarter to explore, a magnificent gothic cathedral, Arab baths and an archaeological museum as well as great shopping. Photo © Miquel Caimary.
Barcelona day trip
A trip to Barcelona city is a must. You can see Antoni Gaudi’s Parc Guell and his still unfinished masterpiece the church of the Sagrada Familia, browse the Boqueria market and wander the lively Las Ramblas.
PortAventura
This is one of the largest theme parks in Spain located in Salou on the Costa Dorada. Magnificent shows and magical rides – including the tallest rollercoaster in Europe – are split into six different sections: China, Polynesia, Mediterranean, Sesamoaventura, Mexico and the Far West, and there is also a an aquatic Park.
Ferrari Land
This unique theme park is the latest addition to PortAventura World, dedicated to the prestigious Italian firm and its F1 racing team. The rides and attractions are imbued with the Ferrari spirit; combining speed, cutting edge technology, innovation, design and adrenaline. Ferrari Land can be visited on its own or combined with the PortAventura Park.
Dalí Museum, Figueres
This is the largest surrealistic object in the world occupying the site of the former municipal theatre in Figueres just outside of Barcelona. Currently, the museum houses approximately 1,500 pieces of art of varying mediums.
AquaBrava Water leisure Park
This large landscaped aquatic park is close to the resort of Roses. There are 18 water based attractions with twisting water slides, waves and waterfalls and crazy rivers. Thrill rides include the Black Hole and Kamikaze (seasonal).
Waterworld – Lloret de Mar
A trip to Waterworld at Lloret de Mar, is a great way for students to let off steam. Those seeking an adrenaline rush can ride the rapids in rubber dinghies or shoot down the flumes, while those looking to relax can unwind in the food courts or by the pools.
The Travelbound Barcelona Quest
Students are encouraged to work in teams to collect keys and be in with a chance of unlocking the winning box. The quest visits many iconic landmarks from La Rambla to Plaça Real, and involves an exciting mix of treasure hunt-style clue solving and team activities. Whilst discovering the cosmopolitan capital of Catalonia, children stay engaged until to very last minute when the winning team is finally revealed. Enrichment or MFL version available.
Typical accommodation
Hotel Don Juan – Lloret de Mar ★★★★
Why groups like it:
- 4-star popular holiday hotel ideally situated in the tourist resort of Lloret de Mar
- 100 metres from the centre and 300 metres from the beach
- A variety of shops, bars and restaurants in the vicinity
Facilities
- All rooms with private facilities
- 2 swimming pools with sun terraces and an indoor pool for winter months
- TV room, games room, entertainment programme and restaurant
Hotel Don Juan – Tossa de Mar
Why groups like it:
- Excellently location close to Tossa de Mar’s Platja Gran Beach (150M)
- Tossa de Mar light house and castle are within easy reach
Facilities
- All rooms with private facilities and air conditioning
- Terrace with pool, TV room and entertainment programme
- 24 hour reception, free Wi-Fi and buffet restaurant
Itinerary suggestion
1 Flight to Spain. Flight time 2 hrs (This tour can also be completed by coach from the UK if preferred)
2 Coach transfer to your accommodation
3 Evening meal
1 Breakfast and packed lunch
2 Morning in Figueres and the Salvador Dali Museum
3 Afternoon in Girona
4 Evening meal
1 Breakfast and packed lunch
2 Barcelona by coach sightseeing: we suggest the Sagrada Familia and Las Ramblas
3 Evening meal
1 Breakfast and packed lunch
2 Full day PortAventura theme park
3 Evening meal and disco
1 Breakfast and packed lunch
2 Flight time permitting, leisure in resort and shopping
3 Coach transfer to the airport
4 Return flight to the UK
Learning outcomes
Subject focus
Students can:
- Learn outside the classroom and in another country by experiencing the language, culture, history and geography of that country
- Practise speaking a foreign language
- Build their confidence and learn to value the skills and techniques needed for personal and team success
- Broaden their minds through the study of another culture
- Discover, explore and have fun with fellow students and teachers
Student outcomes
Students will have had an opportunity to:
- Visit a foreign country and experience another language and culture
- Gain independence and self-confidence
- Strengthen existing friendships and make new friends
- Learn more about history, art and architecture
- Improve their skills in personal organisation, cooperation and working with others in a variety of environments
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This is the second time I have used Travelbound and I would definitely recommend to a friend. I was happy with the organisation of the
trip and also how quickly emails were returned. I felt TB staff were always there to assist.
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