TravelEd   cst 2080389-40 

In order to keep our costs as low as possible we do NOT accept any credit card or on line payments

No - The Washington Trip is NOT a school trip.  We began this trip over 40 years ago when we were teachers at Lindero Canyon Middle School.  The trip is conducted during Spring Break.  Schools have no information nor can they publicize the trip. Please DO NOT call the school or District Office for information.

Yes! --  Students room four to a room.  Students will receive a list of participants approximately 6 weeks prior to departure and create rooms of four based on that list.

We utilize quality hotels while in D.C. such as Hyatt, Hilton, Mariott, and Sheraton.  Our visits to Williamsburg will also use major chain properties such as Holiday Inn Express, Radisson, or Clarion.  Each room has two large beds and accommodates four students.

We maintain a ratio of 1:16 chaperons to students.  Typically, chaperons are selected from teaching and support staff at the school and are experienced in supervising large groups of students.  We do not have parents serve as chaperons.

All meals are included.  Buffet breakfasts are provided each morning providing a wide variety of options.  Lunch and dinners are provided close by to the attractions students will be visiting.  Vegetarian options are provided. Unfortunately, gluten free options cannot be guaranteed at each meal. 

We stress that students need to be in good health in order to participate.  We collect medical information on each student as part of the application process.  Students must be symptom free from colds and flu. If a student becomes ill while on the trip, we contact the parent or guardian for guidance as needed.  Each bus has a "Medical Kit" with over the counter medications and first aid supplies.  For more serious issues, students will be taken to Urgent Care or Emergency Rooms as appropriate.

Yes - TravelEd hires professional security services at each hotel to ensure the safety and security of our groups.

Students travel on scheduled airlines.  Ground transportation is on deluxe recliner buses.  We even provide the airport transfer from the student's attendance area (the school or nearby) !

The trip is inclusive of all costs (transportation, meals, lodging , sites, tipping etc.). Students only need money for souvenirs and between meal snacks.  In saying that, some souvenirs can be expensive.  Sweatshirts can run upwards of $50 while replica items from museums can exceed $100.00.  On average, students bring between $200-$300.  If an emergeny arises, the Tour Director for each group can provide cash loans to a student after receiving parent/guardian approval. 

Students must be able to self medicate any prescription medication.  Chaperons are forbidden from holding or administering any type of prescription medicaiton. If a child cannot self-medicate, provision can be made for a care giver to accompany the child at parent's expense to assist any student needing medical assistance. 

Final itineraries with flight and hotel information are distributed at the pre-trip meetings and are then posted on our website.

A suggested clothing list is available on our website.  Students need one "dressup" outfit for our evening at the Kennedy Center.  We encourage the students to pack light and bring only piece of checked luggage and one small carryon.  

Students may bring cell phones or small electronics.  We advise students NOT to bring tablets or laptops as they have been easy targets for theft.  

Students are required to have their student photo I.D.  Please do NOT send a passport.  

Unfortunately, since 911, airlines have become very strict about requiring students to only sit in their assigned seats.  Airlines do not allow groups to choose seats but rather make final seat assignments shortly before departure. We make every effort to have students sit together, but we cannot even guarantee with most airlines.

We do not provide cell phone numbers for the Tour Director or Chaperons. As you can imagine, it would be very difficult to manage a group of 100 or more students with 100 parents calling. Telephone numbers for each hotel are provided on the itinerary and we encourage parents to leave a duplicate message for the Tour Director as a backup. Every student is provided with an emergency contact number that is answered by a live operator 24/7.  This operator does have .  Messages can also be left with TravelEd 24/7 at TravelEd2DC@gmail.com or our website.  These will be forwarded to the Tour Director or student.