The School Tour Specialists
Business Studies Tours for Schools
Bringing the Business Studies Curriculum to Life®
Fantastic Range of All-Inclusive Tailor Made Tours • London • Brussels
• Barcelona • New York
Ireland’s Leading School Tour Specialists
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2011/12
Bringing the Curriculum to Life There’s simply no substitute for being there. That’s why, for more than 16 years, NST has been creating exceptional school tours for schools across Ireland. We believe that every young person should experience the world beyond the classroom as an essential part of learning. We are delighted to launch our new range of curriculum based tours to complement your classroom learning. In this dedicated Business Studies brochure, we have highlighted a sample of our most popular Business Studies tours. For more information on our suite of Business Studies tours, why not contact us now on (+353) 01 894 0300 or visit www.nst.ie/business.
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Welcome to NST... Bringing Business Studies to Life As Ireland’s leading school tour specialist, everyone at NST is committed to providing outstanding value Business Studies tours whereby every student returns home with memorable experiences which educate, motivate and inspire – both inside and outside the classroom. With NST, you’ll find: Curriculum based visits that we can pre-book so that your itinerary runs smoothly
Exclusive specialist Business Studies guides to provide you with excellent destination knowledge and practical support
Fresh range of new Teacher Resources to help you plan and organise your school tour with ease FREE Evening Entertainment Packs and Resources Well-located, school group friendly accommodation Our renowned, informed and capable customer service team! NST is fully licensed and bonded. Book Safe - Travel Happy!
I’d like to thank you and your staff most sincerely for so many fantastic tours over the last 13 years. Your efficiency, courtesy, attention to detail and good value contributed greatly to so many memorable tours for both myself and my students. Ms Wilkens, Co. Kildare
Making the Most of your Money We believe that educational visits outside the classroom truly benefit every student yet we’re also fully aware that the current economic climate is making it more difficult for parents to fund a visit for their child. As such, we’ve used our position as Ireland’s leading School Tour Company to work with our suppliers to secure some great rates on visits, accommodation and transport bringing fantastic value to your door in terms of both education and cost.
Fantastic Range of Business Studies Tours Abroad:
LONDON BRUSSELS BARCELONA NEW YORK
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London
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As one of the world’s largest financial centres, London is home to over half of the UK’s Top 100 listed companies and offers fascinating visit opportunities for Business Studies groups. We can book educational visits that enhance your student’s learning.
HIGHLIGHTS
✓ Bank of England Museum ✓ London Metal Exchange ✓ Tower Bridge Experience ✓ Fullers Griffin Brewery ✓ Coca Cola Education Centre View of London’s Financial Centre
Key Visits
Book Early
BANK OF ENGLAND MUSEUM
LONDON METAL EXCHANGE
The visit offers a film on the UK’s key financial institution, a subsequent question and answer session and a visit to the Bank of England Museum with its collection of gold bars, coins, notes and award-winning interactive systems. This is an essential visit for every Business Studies student to London.
The London Metal Exchange is the world’s centre for non ferrous metal trading, and provides essential services for maintaining the stability of commodity prices throughout the world. A visit here will provide your student with an in depth understanding of the workings of the exchange and a firsthand insight into a number of business related topics.
TOWER BRIDGE EXPERIENCE INCLUDING BUSINESS SESSION
Tour one of the finest and most recognisable bridges in the world. Enjoy breathtaking views from the high-level walkways and learn about the history of the bridge and how it was built. Your visit will include talks on Marketing, Business Plans, Promotions and Advertising.
FULLERS GRIFFIN BREWERY
Fullers is one of the UK’s leading independent brewers. On the tour of the brewery, students will learn about the manufacturing process and the company itself. Students will also experience the history and heritage of a successful business that trades on the merits of both its products and its service.
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COCA COLA EDUCATION CENTRE
Students can watch and learn about the whole process of Coca Cola production from raw materials to distribution. In the executive boardroom, students can put their new learning into practise with a range of problem-solving activities closely linked to the school curriculum.
BBC TV CENTRE TOUR
Take your group on a behind-the-scenes tour of the UK’s most famous TV centre, and see the news centre, production galleries, and studios. A great opportunity to see a working studio environment.
BUSINESS OF FOOTBALL – CHELSEA FC
This tour provides an exciting insight into operations at the club. During the tour, students complete an education workbook with answers provided by an experienced guide. Focusing on merchandise, marketing, finance and staffing, the tour provides a great resource for coursework.
Cultural Visits: ✓ Natural History Museum ✓ London Aquarium ✓ Thames River Cruise ✓ EDF Energy London Eye ✓ West End Theatre
And much, much more...
Cross-Curricular Tours
London Eye
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Students in London
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MEININGER Hotel London Hyde Park The MEININGER Hotel London Hyde Park is a 4-star classified hostel with 48 rooms, located in the historical heart of London in the direct vicinity of the major museums and Hyde Park. Facilities: ✓ Rooms have TV ✓ All rooms are non-smoking ✓ Air conditioning ✓ Bar ✓ Large lobby ✓ Meeting facilities (subject to fees) ✓ Large terrace ✓ 24-hour reception & support ✓ Underground parking (subject to fees) ✓ WiFi Access in public areas ✓ Breakfast, lunch, dinner & packed lunch options.
Distances: ✓ 5 min by foot to Hyde Park
✓ 2.7 km Harrods department store
✓ 0.2 km Natural History Museum
✓ 3.0 km Buckingham Palace
✓ 0.5 km Royal Albert Hall
I was given all the help and shown perfect courtesy and genuine help by both Trish and Annette. Service on all tAalliloorur tours a we a made re flexibre compleand occasions was excellent inclu le with d tely siv a te e tour visits an s, lengt d h!
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SAMPLE 3-DAY BUSINESS STUDIES TOUR TO LONDON MORNING
AFTERNOON
EVENING
Day 1
Flight from Ireland
Take a tour of the Tower Bridge Exhibition
Flight on the EDF Energy London Eye Evening meal
Day 2
Explore the Bank of England Museum
Visit the London Metal Exchange
Evening meal Enjoy a Thames River Cruise
Day 3
Tour the Fuller’s Griffin Brewery
Free time for some shopping and exploring
Return flight to Ireland
Optional Extra Day
WHY NOT INCLUDE AN OPTIONAL EXTRA DAY OF CULTURAL OR SUBJECT BASED VISITS? CALL US FOR MORE INFORMATION
CONTACT NST FOR A TAILOR MADE QUOTE PRICE INCLUDES: ✓ Return flights ✓ 1 piece of checked luggage ✓ All taxes & charges ✓ Airport see off ✓ 2 nights half board accommodation ✓ All visits and guides as per itinerary ✓ 3 days coach hire ✓ Group Travel Insurance ✓ 1 in 8 free place ratio ✓ 24 hr emergency contact * Peak/school hols supplements apply. Price is based on 40 paying passengers
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Brussels
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With the headquarters of the European Union and the European Commission residing here, Brussels is a city of dominant international standing. This is a fascinating hub for your students to visit and a place where they will undoubtedly gain a greater understanding of global politics and business.
HIGHLIGHTS
✓ European Parliament ✓ European Commission ✓ Coca-Cola European Visitor Centre ✓ Port of Antwerp ✓ Antwerp Diamond Museum European Parliment, Brussels
Key Visits EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT Representing the 500 million citizens of the European Union, this Parliament plays an active role in drafting legislation, including consumer rights and the free movement of workers, capital, services and goods. A thoroughly insightful visit which includes an introduction by a Parliament official and groups may be able to observe MEP debates from the visitor gallery.
EUROPEAN COMMISSION
At the heart of the European Union’s policy making process, the European Commission proposes legislation, manages and executes Union policies and international trade relationships. Your students will leave this visit with an understanding of how representatives from each of the 27 member states come together
as one to discuss and decide on matters of international importance.
COCA-COLA EUROPEAN VISITOR CENTRE
Take a guided tour to learn about the foundations of Coca-Cola, from the choice of products offered and the people that work there, to the responsibilities and issues that the company must consider. Your group will tour the production and distribution departments and leave with a clear understanding of the production process.
PORT OF ANTWERP The port of Antwerp, is the maritime gateway for import and export in Belgium and, as a visit for students, enables them to learn about the port’s infrastructure and the economic importance it has within its home country and beyond.
This tour will showcase the lockage, container terminal, steel terminal and exhibition hall.
ANTWERP DIAMOND MUSEUM As a global diamond centre, 50% of the world’s consumption of diamonds goes through Antwerp. Business focused tours can be arranged and students can learn about the economic impact diamonds have had on the region.
CHOCOLATERIE DUVAL An excellent tour which includes an explanation on the origin of chocolate and the chocolate making process. All the steps in the manual production of chocolates are performed in front of your eyes. And of course, the best part of tasting is not forgotten. Following your tour you can participate in a chocolate-making session.
AUDI FACTORY This tour will include a short video presentation detailing the mass production of the cars, a visit to the showroom and the factory floor. The group will see how robots assemble the coachwork, as well as the mechanics process and how the upholstery is made.
Other Key Visits: ✓ Interbrew Breweries ✓ Zaventem Airport ✓ Stella Artois Brewery ✓ National Bank of Belgium ✓ VRT: Flemish Radio &
Television
Cultural Visits: ✓ Atomium ✓ Mini Europe ✓ City Museum ✓ Grand Place ✓ Walibi Theme Park
And much, much more…
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Brussels
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Brussels City Centre
Sample accommodation in Brussels Our specially selected hotels and youth hostels are well located for your convenience. Here’s our most popular option:
Sleep Well Youth Hostel Capacity: 98 rooms, 241 guests. Description: Good quality, budget hostel. Location: Situated in a quiet area approximately ten minutes walk from the Grand Place. The nearest metro station is Rogier.
Student Rooms: Bunk beds, up to 8 students, with shower and toilet facilities on each floor. Staff Rooms: Bunk beds for twin usage, with shower and toilet facilities on each floor. Facilities: • Modern dining room • TV lounge • pool table • internet access • lockers.
NST says: Budget accommodation, centrally located with good facilities for groups.
Special thanks to all NST staff involved in making this a memorable tour of the students Mr Clancy, Co. Galway
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SAMPLE 4-DAY BUSINESS STUDIES TOUR TO BRUSSELS MORNING
AFTERNOON
EVENING
Day 1
Flight from Ireland
Take a guided tour of the Chocolaterie Duval
Evening meal Guided city tour by night
Day 2
Visit the European Parliament
Enjoy a tour of the European Commission
Evening meal Take a stroll around la Grand-Place
Day 3
Spend the day in Antwerp visiting the Coca-Cola European Visitors Centre, followed by a tour of the Port of Antwerp and the Diamond museum
Evening meal Quiz night
Day 4
Visit and ascend the Atomium
Transfer to airport for the return flight to Ireland
Optional Extra Day
Free time for shopping and sightseeing
WHY NOT INCLUDE AN OPTIONAL EXTRA DAY OF CULTURAL OR SUBJECT BASED VISITS? CALL US FOR MORE INFORMATION
CONTACT NST FOR A TAILOR MADE QUOTE PRICE INCLUDES: ✓ Return flights ✓ 1 piece of checked luggage ✓ All taxes & charges ✓ Airport see off ✓ 3 nights half board accommodation ✓ All visits and guides as per itinerary ✓ 4 days coach hire ✓ Group Travel Insurance ✓ 1 in 8 free place ratio ✓ 24 hr emergency contact * Peak/school hols supplements apply. Price is based on 40 paying passengers
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Barcelona
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As one of Europe’s most important Mediterranean ports, Barcelona remains an essential component of Europe’s business market. With a highly specialised export based economy, Barcelona’s automotive and food and wine industries present ideal on site learning opportunities for Business Studies Tours to the region.
HIGHLIGHTS
✓ Port of Barcelona ✓ La Bolsa (Stock Exchange) ✓ Seat Car Manufacturing Plant ✓ Mango Clothing Company ✓ Circuit De Catalunya Barcelona
Key Visits PORT OF BARCELONA An audio-visual introduction to the Mediterranean’s busiest port followed by a guided tour of the port in a traditional sailing boat to include the dock, harbour fixtures, passenger terminals and anti-pollution vessels.
department and warehouse by a knowledgeable member of the PR team and discover Mango and the secret behind the success of this global fashion brand.
BODEGAS TORRES (WINERY)
This guided tour of the Barcelona Stock Exchange includes an introductory film and a tour of the “ring” or trading floor. The working of the stock exchange will be explained to students followed by a questions and answers session.
Groups can learn how this famous winery combines the thousand year tradition of wine making with modern technology. An hour long tour begins in the vast visitors centre with an audio-visual history of the winery. Your group will then go on to learn about cultivation and harvesting and view the huge underground storage cellars. Tasting is also available for adults.
MANGO CLOTHING COMPANY
NUTREXPA FACTORY
Book Early LA BOLSA (STOCK EXCHANGE)
Students can participate in a guided tour of the design facilities, logistic
A visit through the different departments of the Spanish food
business group’s factory. The guided tour in Spanish (with translator provided) will show how the company has diversified over the last 60 years.
in Spanish (with translator provided) will show how a newspaper is put together.
CIRCUIT DE CATALUNYA
Discover how a race is organised Highly Recommended and controlled, where mechanics work and access to the briefing SEAT CAR MANUFACTURING room, podium, press room, race PLANT control, lounge, boxes and the As one of the leading car makers paddock. in Spain, a guided tour of the enormous SEAT factory will enable Other Key Visits: the students to gain an insight into the mass production of cars and ✓ Port of Roses how different departments liaise ✓ Anis del Mono Distillery with each other. ✓ Commercial Gallo Pasta Factory ✓ Helados Dino (Ice cream factory)
NEWSPAPER “EL PERIODICO”
Take a tour through the premises of this Spanish daily newspaper, the largest in Catalonia. The guided tour
Cultural Visits: ✓ Port Aventura ✓ La Sagrada Familia ✓ Parc Güell ✓ Tarragona ✓ Montserrat Monastery
And much, much more…
Cross-Curricular Tours
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Students in Barcelona
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Barcelona Olympic Port
Sample accommodation in Barcelona Our specially selected hotels and youth hostels are well located for your convenience. Here’s our most popular option:
Barcelona Urbany Capacity: 250 guests Description: Purpose built accommodation for youth groups in a brand new building in the heart of Barcelona which extends over 13 floors
Location: Near the Sagrada Familia church and the Torre Agbar. 10 mins walk to the beach. 100m to the closest metro Student Rooms: 4-8 bedded, all have en suite facilities and air conditioning
Staff Rooms: Twins and singles, all have en suite facilities and air conditioning Facilities: 24hr reception • Swimming pool • Internet terminals • Restaurant • Sun Terrace • Lounge Room with computer games, TV & DVD’s • 8 meeting rooms
NST says: Simple rooms, great facilities and a really competitive price in a central location.
It was a pleasure to deal with your people both here and abroad from start to finish Mr Farrell, Co. Wicklow
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SAMPLE 4-DAY BUSINESS STUDIES TOUR TO BARCELONA MORNING
AFTERNOON
EVENING
Day 1
Flight from Ireland Meet & Greet and check-in assistance from NST representative
Guided coach tour of Barcelona
Evening meal at hotel
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Day 2
Take a guided tour of Barcelona’s Stock exchange (La Bolsa)
Guided tour of the Mango factory
Evening meal at hotel
PRICE INCLUDES:
Day 3
A guided tour of Bodega Torres (winery)
Visit the SEAT Car Manufacturing Company
Day 4
Visit the Montserrat Monastery or Tarragona
Optional Extra Day
Evening meal at hotel
Return flight to Ireland
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✓ Return flights ✓ 1 piece of checked luggage ✓ All taxes & charges ✓ Airport see off ✓ Meet & Greet in Barcelona ✓ 3 nights half board accommodation ✓ All visits and guides as per itinerary ✓ 4 days coach hire ✓ Group Travel Insurance ✓ 1 in 8 free place ratio ✓ 24 hr emergency contact * Peak/school hols supplements apply. Price is based on 40 paying passengers
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New York
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This leading global city plays host to a number of influential organisations from the major financial institutions on Wall Street to the United Nations headquarters. You’ll get to take an even bigger bite of the Big Apple with NST. We’ll book educational visits that enhance your students’ learning.
HIGHLIGHTS
✓ Guided Financial District Walking Tour ✓ Museum of American Finance ✓ UN Building Tour ✓ Macy’s Behind the Scenes Tour ✓ The Federal Reserve Bank New York Street Sign
Key Visits
Free Visit
New & Exclusive to NST
GUIDED FINANCIAL DISTRICT WALKING TOUR
MACY’S BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR
SONY WONDER TECHNOLOGY LAB
WALL STREET TOUR & WORKSHOP PACKAGE
Take stock of the financial heart of New York. Stroll down Wall Street, see the New York Stock Exchange, Federal Reserve Bank, and more. Plus, prove that you’ve been by posing for pictures in front of the area’s iconic big bronze bull! Your informative guide will give insights into each building and will be happy to accommodate any specific sights or stops you may want to make.
Macy’s is one of the world’s largest department stores and one of the last turn-of-the-century department stores in existence. Your group will take a tour around the shop floor and focus on merchandising, product advertising and the company’s history.
Explore exciting new exhibits in a state-of-the-art facility that brings technology and creativity together to make learning experiential, entertaining and fun. Self-guided visits are offered year-round and guided school visits are offered from October to June for under 16s.
MADISON SQUARE GARDEN ALL-ACCESS TOUR
MADAME TUSSAUDS BUSINESS WORKSHOPS
Wall Street Internal Tour We will arrange a tour that takes place inside this landmark institute of American finance. During this 60-minute visit, participants will meet with professionals in the industry and gain insight into the everyday working environment of the financial world.
Go behind the scenes of the world’s most famous arena. Tours operate between 11am to 3pm daily.
For over 200 years Madame Tussauds’ legacy continues to entertain and educate millions of people with its signature wax figures. Let your students get an inside view on Madame Tussauds’ Marketing & Public Relations or Customer Services strategies.
MUSEUM OF AMERICAN FINANCE Explore the American financial markets, the history of money and track the current credit crisis at this independent public museum that’s now based in the former headquarters of the Bank of New York.
UN BUILDING TOUR On this guided tour around the UN Building, your students will learn about the organisation, its structure and history. Your group will leave enlightened about the broad range of fundamental issues dealt with here, from sustainable development, democracy and human rights, to governance, economic and social development, and more.
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Free Visit THE FEDERAL RESERVE BANK Enjoy a guided tour of this historic building. Visit the Gold Vault resting 50 feet below sea level, containing billions of dollars worth of gold. Visit the FedWorks Exhibition and learn about the central banking functions of the Federal Reserve System through an educational multimedia and to learn about the Fed’s role in the economy. A one hour lecture can also be reserved for your group.
Business Pro Workshop This 60-minute tailor-made clinic features an established professional in the industry of the group’s choice. Enjoy personal insight and gain tips on career advancement. The guest professional can critique student CVs and portfolios.
Cultural Visits:
✓ Top of the Rock ✓ Empire State Building ✓ Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island ✓ Manhattan Guided Tours ✓ Art Museums ✓ Broadway Shows ✓ 9/11 memorial
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Cross-Curricular Tours
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New York
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Students in New York
Sample accommodation in New York Our specially selected hotels and youth hostels are well located for your convenience. Here’s our most popular option:
YMCA Westside Capacity: 900 guests Description: Youth Hostel with basic accommodation in an unbeatable location. Location: Situated in an excellent Upper West Side location opposite Central Park, 5 minutes walk north of Columbus Circle.
Student Rooms: 2-6 bedded with bunk beds, air conditioning and cable television. Staff Rooms: Bunk beds for twin usage, with shower and toilet facilities on each floor. Facilities: • 24 hr reception • 24 hr security • tourist information desk • shower & toilet facilites on each floor • lounge area • small shop • juice bar • drinks machine & public phones on each floor • leisure & sports facilities
NST Summary: A large youth hostel that offers good value for money.
Always available to speak to. Always pleasant, nothing a problem. It was excellent from beginning to end Ms Cooke-Harkins, Co. Donegal
SAMPLE 6-DAY BUSINESS STUDIES TOUR TO NEW YORK MORNING
AFTERNOON
EVENING
Day 1
Flight from Ireland Meet & Greet and check-in assistance from a representative
Explore Times Square by night
Day 2
Guided walking tour of the Financial District to include the Museum of American Finance and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty Circle Line cruise
Visit the new 9/11 Memorial at Ground Zero
Day 3
Take a self-guided visit to the Sony Wonder Technology Lab
Guided tour of the UN Building
Visit to the Empire State Building
Day 4
Macy’s Behind the Scenes Tour
Free time for shopping and sightseeing
Day 5
Take the Subway across the Brooklyn Bridge and walk back to Manhattan
Return flight to Ireland
Day 6
Arrive back in Ireland
Optional Extra Day
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CONTACT NST FOR A TAILOR MADE QUOTE PRICE INCLUDES: ✓ Return flights ✓ 2 pieces of checked luggage ✓ All taxes & charges ✓ Airport see off ✓ Meet & Greet in New York ✓ 4 nights accommodation ✓ All visits and guides as per itinerary ✓ Return airport transfers ✓ Group Travel Insurance ✓ 1 in 8 free place ratio ✓ 24 hr emergency contact * Peak/school hols supplements apply. Price is based on 40 paying passengers
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More Business Studies tours...
China
Prague
HIGHLIGHTS:
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Shanghai Volkswagon, Yakult Milk Co, Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Centre, Beijing’s Olympic Site, Yanjing Beer Corporation
CERGE Institute, Skoda Car Plant & Museum, Staropramen Brewery, Prague Airport Guided Tour
NST can tailor make an itinerary for any destination, required to fulfil your needs as a Business Studies teacher.
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