1. [Click here to enter school name] [Click here to enter dates of visit] Visit to [Belgium]

2. Our [Belgium] Visit Today’s presentation will cover the following: About European Study Tours Safety and Financial Security Visit Overview Destination Map Visit Objectives What is There to See and Do? Our Accommodation and Meal Arrangements Travel Tips What’s Included? Next Steps Any Questions? Further Information

3. About European Study Tours  Established in 1983  Part of the Education Division of the European specialist holiday group, Holidaybreak plc.  Based in Hertford  Offering tailored educational tours and student conferences for schools, colleges and universities in the UK, Europe and Worldwide.  Known for its excellent levels of service, specialised knowledge and experienced staff.

4. Safety & Financial Security European Study Tours offers complete peace of mind when placing a booking: Our Safety Management System European Study Tours’ Safety Management System is externally verified each year. This covers all of your arrangements, including transport, accommodation, visits and 24-hour contact whilst on your tour. School Travel Forum European Study Tours is a founder member of The School Travel Forum which is made up of the leading school tour operators in the UK who promote good practice and safety in school travel. We adhere to a rigorous Code of Practice which meets the requirements of the DCSF and Scottish Executive guidelines. Supported by:

5. Safety & Financial Security European Study Tours offers complete peace of mind when placing a booking: Association of British Travel Agents Members offer consistently high standards of trading practice meaning financial arrangements are completely secure. Air Travel Organisers’ Licensing ATOL licences are issued by the Civil Aviation Authority, a bond which guarantees financial protection for you.

6. We will depart from [location] by [transport type] on [date]. We will stay at [name of accommodation] in [location] for [number] nights, and will return home on [date] by [transport type]. Delete this text box and the images that are not applicable to your visit, then resize the remaining image(s)

7. Destination Map

8. Visit Objectives [Click here to add your objectives for your visit]

9. Visit Objectives “ We believe that every young person should experience the world beyond the classroom as an essential part of learning and personal development, whatever their age, ability and circumstances.” Learning Outside the Classroom Manifesto, DCSF (formerly DfES)

10. What is There to See and Do? Parc du Cinquantenaire The focal point of the park is the enormous Triumphal Arch, within the arch is the Musée du Cinquantenaire which contains archaeological finds and treasures. Also within the park is Autoworld Brussels.

11. What is There to See and Do? European Parliament The European Parliament is the largest multi-national parliament in the world. Visits must be booked directly through your local MP/MEP.

12. What is There to See and Do? Grand Place Nowadays, the Grand-Place is the main tourist attraction of the City of Brussels. All through the year it is visited by thousands who like to spend some time wandering around and admiring the beautiful buildings, or sitting down on one of the many terraces. Concerts and musical happenings are organized all through the year on the square.

13. What is There to See and Do? 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! What

14. What is There to See and Do? InBev Visits can be arranged to Inbev breweries, including the home of the famous Stella Artois brand in Leuven. The visit consists of a guided tour to the brewing hall, the filtration and filling plant and an opportunity to taste Stella Artois.

15. What is There to See and Do? Coca Cola Enterprises This guided tour begins with a presentation on the history of the company and products, staff, environment, marketing, sponsorship and publicity. The visit will then continue in the plant, where the group will see the procedure for making the plastic bottles, filling the bottles, packaging and stocking of the products.

16. What is There to See and Do? Walibi Theme Park Situated at Six Flags Belgium is the Aqualibi Water Park, which contains jacuzzis, wave pools, jungle rapids and slides.

17. What is There to See and Do? Diamondland Workshop Diamondland’s history started in 1983 when a prestigious 1000m2 large diamond showroom, integrating a part of a diamond factory was opened right in the middle of the world famous Antwerp Diamond Centre. During a guided tour, you can see cleaving, sawing, polishing and the international rules for grading diamonds according to carat, colour, cut and clarity.

18. Our Accommodation and Meal Arrangements [Click to add accommodation name] [Click here to add website address] [Click here to add information about your accommodation (e.g. location, full-board/half board/room only, facilities available, etc.] Meal Arrangements [If half-board or room only, enter information about your other meal arrangements here. If full-board, delete this section]. Note: If any dietary requirements need to be catered for, please let me know in advance.

19. Travel Tips Passport: All students travelling must hold a full passport. [In this space, please enter any visa requirements for the country your group is visiting, including any countries en-route. It is imperative that you advise students and parents on whether visas will be required. If you have any doubts, please contact the relevant embassy to check visa requirements, especially for non-British nationals. This could equally be relevant for British nationals dependent on the destination. You will need to apply in good time, as non-issue of visas is not covered under the cancellation section of your insurance, and you may not be allowed to travel as a result.] [If you will have a Collective Passport for your group, please say so here.] If you have any doubts about passports or visa requirements, please see me at the end of this presentation.

20. Travel Tips Money: The currency in [destination] is the [XXX]. We recommend that students take [£XXX] with them on the visit in [cash/travellers cheques].

21. Travel Tips What to take on the trip:  [Click here to add information]

22. Travel Tips European Health Insurance Cards (EHIC) All NST tours are covered by travel insurance, but in addition all travellers should carry a European Health Insurance card. The new EHIC replaced the old E111 form in September 2005. Eligible group members will need to have the EHIC to benefit from the reciprocal health arrangements that have been established within the European Union and Switzerland. If required, card holders can receive medical treatment free of charge whilst on their visit, avoiding the need to claim back money from insurers. Children/wards are covered by a parent’s/guardian’s card. The card is valid for up to 5 years and there is no charge. Forms are available from Post Offices or on-line from www.dh.gov.uk/travellers.

23. What’s Included? The visit cost of [£XXXpp] includes:  Return transportation by [transport type]  [Number] night’s [full-board/half-board/room only accommodation]  Travel insurance  [Visits and entrance fees]  [City guide]

24. Next Steps First deposit: If you wish to join this visit, can you please let me know by [date]. I will require an initial [£XXX] deposit to secure your booking at this stage. Second deposit: I will require your second deposit of [£XXX] by [date]. Final payment : The balance of the visit will need to be paid in full by [date] with a final payment of [£XXX]. Once first deposits are paid, I will work with European Study Tours to put together a tailor-made itinerary to ensure we get the most out of our time away. As discussed earlier in this presentation, you will need to ensure that all passport and visa requirements are satisfied. If you have any doubts, please see me as soon as possible.

25. Do you have any questions?

26. We hope you will join us on our European Study Tours visit to Paris!

27. Further Information For further information about European Study Tours please visit www.euro-study-tours.co.uk