Northern Ireland and Scotland : July 19 - 29, 2022

      Glasgow, UK

      BT
      Bookbag Tours
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      88 reviews
      Jul 19 - 29, 2022
      Group size: 15 - 28
      Northern Ireland and Scotland : July 19 - 29, 2022
      Glasgow, UK

      Bookbag Tours
      • Email address verified
      88 reviews

      Jul 19 - 29, 2022
      Group size: 15 - 28

      About this trip

      Note** Itinerary Subject to Change**


      Join us as we learn about Northern Ireland and Scotland Education Systems.  We will also visit some of the most picturesque landscapes in the world.  In addition, you will spend time with other amazing educators learning from each other. 


      PD CertificatIon Given: 25 hours of Professional Development


      Questions? Visit our Bookbag Tours FAQ page.


      Leaders:

      Kirsten Leestma

      Jill Schafer

      What’s included

      • 20+ PD Hours
        20+ Professional Development
      • Hotel
        Hotel in Belfast, Glasgow and Edinburgh
      • Breakfast
        Breakfast every morning
      • Summit Dinner
        Conclusive Summit Dinner at end of PD Trip
      • Welcome Reception
        Welcome Reception/Orientation
      • Background Check
      • Sightseeing
        We will visit places like Giants Causeway, Edinburgh Castle and more. In addition we will attend the Scottish Highland Games in St. Andrews.
      • Ground Transportation
        All Ground Transportation to both countries included - Does not include taxis.
      • The BBT Team
        Your amazing Trip Leaders, your Professional Development facilitators, our Trip Managers, and our On-Site and Off-Site Team members!

      What’s not included

      • Airfare
        Airfare is not included
      • Optional Side Trips
        You will have a list of optional side trips for an additional fee, which will be available in February.
      • Tips and Gratuities

      Available Packages

      Trip Only with Shared lodging

      Package as described with Shared Accommodations.

      $2,499
      Deposit: $300
      Trip with Private Room

      Package as described with Private Room.

      $3,499
      Deposit: $300

      Available options



      Itinerary

      Tuesday, July 19th
      Check into Glasgow

      Welcome Reception at approx. 4 pm.

      Walking tour of Glasgow in the evening!

      Dinner - on your own, but we will head to Pot and Still as a group.  

      Overnight in Glasgow

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      Reviews

      We experienced the splendors of Iceland during our Golden Circle trip! Our Bookbag guides were wonderful, helpful and supportive and our local Iceland guide was AMAAAAZING! That said, there were a few logistics issues that I hope Bookbag will address in future trips. For example, most everything is communicated via the WhatsApp app so, for those who are not technically inclined, it was difficult to get information both before and during the trip since it was not always also e-mailed. Also, when in a foreign country, not everyone paid for international roaming so many only had access to apps when at a hotel with working wifi (which was not every night). The bus did offer wifi as well but, with the size of our group, it was often overloaded or did not work at all. We also experienced some struggles traveling over the holiday time between Christmas and New Years as many restaurants and stores were no open so meals were a struggle especially on longer bus days. Of course, Bookbag has no control over when businesses are open but there could have been more/better pre-coordination to ensure there were meal options each day besides the hotel breakfasts (which were always yummy!). Having a cooler on the bus to hold sandwiches would have been helpful. Our local Iceland guide was wonderful finding emergency restroom stops when needed and making local suggestions. However, most of the hotels were not within walking distance from amenities (if they were even open). We enjoyed our trip and experienced activities we would have never done on our own but, now that we've been to Iceland once, I would much prefer to return when we can travel during the summer with more sunlight, at our own speed and have more time at many of the stops.
      By Penny P for Iceland: December 26, 2023-January 3, 2024 on Jan 12, 2024
      Ah-Mazing! Epic! Majestic! Life transforming! It was my first time out of country and now I have the wanderlust! I climbed a glacier, hiked through an ice cave, sat on black rocks at a beach, watched it snow at the beach on black sand, and saw what pictures cannot do justice - icebergs of the bluest blue! I explored Icelandic foods - reindeer pate, lamb stew, everything hot dogs, lobster rolls, and the Icelandic favorite - fermented shark followed by a shot of Black Death. I pet sheep, Icelandic horses, and reindeer! I saw majestic humpback whales swimming freely. I soaked in multiple thermal bath, completed 2 polar plunges, and saw the brightest of stars! Stars so close, it felt like I could reach out and touch them. I spent New Year's Eve soaking in thermal baths with my new friends, watching fireworks on the horizon, and then over my head. Best NYE EVER!!!!!! I look forward to more trips with Bookbag tours and exploring the world while connecting with teachers and discovering we are more alike than we are different!
      By Shanna D for Iceland: December 26, 2023-January 3, 2024 on Jan 12, 2024
      Honestly, this was one of the best vacations I’ve ever taken! Our Icelandic guide David, made the trip! He was informative, funny & helpful! The itinerary was nothing short of AMAZING! Hiking a Glacier, Climbing & walking through an Ice Cave & the Incredible Waterfalls were just a few of the unbelievably breathtaking things we did!! I will never forget this experience!
      By Annette H for Iceland: December 26, 2023-January 3, 2024 on Jan 12, 2024
      LC
      This trip was awesome! There were so many unique opportunities and experiences! Everything was taken care of; all I had to do was show up, join in, and enjoy! It was a great first trip with Bookbag! 🇮🇸
      By Lupita C for Iceland: December 26, 2023-January 3, 2024 on Jan 11, 2024
      AB
      Australia 2023 was AMAZING! Mike and Lori were great, encouraging leaders. Everything was so well organized and timed, but still left time for those pop-up experiences that add to any trip. The accommodations were beautiful and I loved being able to spend 3 days with my host family. I would highly recommend Bookbag Tours for anyone looking to reconnect with teaching and to connect with teachers across the country and world!
      By Amanda B for Australia: July 10-21, 2023 on Aug 20, 2023
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