#1 Geography
Need to improve on your geography knowledge? With wildlife galore, Costa Rica is the ultimate holiday destination for adventurers of all ages who are eager to explore the country's rainforests and relax on its stunning beaches.
Peru is also attracting an increasing number of young adventurers keen to walk the world- famous Inca Trail and see the incredible citadel of Machu Picchu. Peru’s rich cultural heritage makes it one of the most popular leisure destinations in South America. British Airways flights to Lima and San Jose, Costa Rica, are set to open Central and South America to a whole new generation of travellers.
#2 Science
A Northern Lights adventure in Iceland introduces children to astronomy, interspersed with exciting jeep trails, geysers and volcanoes. Make the most of long summer days by exploring Iceland’s dramatic and moving landscapes. After spending time relaxing in the famous Blue Lagoon, families can explore the island’s stunning spouting geysers, plunging waterfalls and caves of lava tubes.
#3 Physical Education
Rio de Janeiro is a must-visit destination for budding athletes. Those with a passion for sport, who want to combine history with beach volleyball, should head to the stunning coastal town of Kalamata, which is just an hour away from Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games.
#4 Technology
Tech lovers and conscientious coders should find their way to San José. Household hi-tech giants such as Apple, eBay and Google, in addition to thousands of tech start-up companies and the world-famous Stanford University are all in nearby Palo Alto, making San Jose a must-visit for the Mark Zuckerberg’s of the future.
#5 Drama
For budding actors looking to get their creative ideas flowing, a trip to New York is just the ticket. The Big Apple has 40 theatres located on and off Broadway, with shows ranging from Hamilton to Book of Mormons to The Lion King. Film students will also be able to immerse themselves in the big screen and visit the movie sets of their favorite shows and films.
#6 History
Every youngster studies the Romans at school. The Eternal City is a colossal adventure playground for kids, with the armoured gladiators at The Colosseum and ancient catacombs to fire their imagination. Speaking of history, there is no country with more archaeological ruins than Greece. From the Parthenon to the Labyrinth of Crete, there’s more than enough to excite young culture vultures.
Students can also take advantage of British Airways’ Fly and Rail Package which enables them to go the extra mile with just one itinerary. After landing at London Heathrow Terminal 5, students can continue their journey to Paddington station on Heathrow Express, and from there to one of the 11 select Great Western Railway train stations, namely Bath, Bristol Parkway, Bristol Temple Meads, Cardiff, Exeter, Plymouth, Oxford, Par, Penzance, St Austell and Swansea. For students who need to make onward connections to any of these 11 destinations within the UK, this is a truly seamless and stress-free package.
For booking and further information on the special student promotion, please visit ba.com.