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Month: May 2019

How to pack? Get ready for Summer Camp

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Please be aware, that our camps are situated in the mountains. The climate on a mountain varies depending on what altitude you are on a mountain. Weather conditions can change dramatically from one hour to the next. For example, in just a few moments the temperatures can drop from very hot temperatures to temperatures that are quite chilly. Therefore, our campers should bring clothes for those conditions and be prepared for bright, sunny days on the one side and for sudden showers or temperature drops on the other side.

Recommended items?

Luggage + belongings
Each student’s articles should be clearly labelled with his/her full name. A supply of extra labels is also recommended for any new purchases (sport equipments or other).

Compulsory Items:

  • 1 Waterproof Jacket
  • 1 Hiking Boots
  • 1 Trainers/ sports shoes (not flip flops or crocs please)
  • 7 T-Shirts
  • 2 Sports Trousers/ hiking trousers (no denim)
  • 1 Shorts/ 7 Underwear/ 7 Socks/ 1 Jumper/ Long Sleeved Top
  • 1 Fleece/ Warm Layer
  • Pyjamas
  • Swimsuit + Towel
  • Gloves
  • Toiletries (Soap/ Showergel, Shampoo, Toothpaste, Toothbrush)
  • Hairbrush/ Suncream/ Sunglasses/ Sunhat/ Waterbottle (re-usable)
  • Torch
  • Small daysack/ backpack

Optional Items:

  • Indoor Footwear (crocs, flip flops, slippers)
  • Pocket Money
  • Book Cuddly Toy
  • Jeans/ casual clothes for evenings & discos

Packing Tips

Your child will be very excited to head off to camp. It’s in your best interest to help him/her pack. While he/she may be able to do this on his/her own, you will save yourself the convenience with forgotten items if you oversee the packing. But, be sure to enlist your child’s help – this a wonderful teachable moment.

  • Packing list
    Create a camp packing list using the recommended list from the camp and other necessary items that your child may need, i.e. his/her medication.
  • Try items
    Highlight all of the items on the list that you will need to purchase for your child. You will need your kid/teen to try on items that may have become too small over the past year so that you can highlight them if needed.
  • Shopping
    Before camp begin shopping for items your child needs to take to camp. Finish this task in one week.
  • Extra set of hygiene items
    Purchase an extra set of hygiene items so that the items can be packed and you will not have to remember the day that camp begins. For example, purchase a toothbrush and toothpaste to pack and leave their home set at home.
  • Label
    Label all of your child’s items with his/her name.
  • Plastic bags
    Pack one outfit per day in a large gallon or 2-gallon size plastic zip bag. This will keep your kid’s clothes dry and your child organized.
  • Shower kit
    Place your teen’s toiletries in a type of plastic bag kit or plastic basket that would make it easy to travel to the showers. The kit should be big enough to hold your teen’s shower shoes/flip flops.
  • Recheck
    The day before camp starts recheck the list, pack up all of the gear and close the bag.

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Top 10 Reasons to Send Your Children to Summer Camp in Switzerland

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Studies conducted by the American Camp Association suggest that more than 11 million adults and children attend summer camps in the US alone. Today, camping is becoming popular with many parents sending their children on international summer camps in Switzerland. Still, some parents are yet to understand the fuss behind them. Here are top 10 reasons to send your children to summer camp in Switzerland.

1. Make friends from Various Parts of the world

Well organized summer camps expose your children to diverse people from various parts of the world. Remember, many other children will be attending these events and chances are that the children will interact with one another while engaging in a wide range of activities. This creates a perfect opportunity for bonding with no parental supervision or even distractions.

This kind of friendship can’t be compared with the friendships they have with their colleagues in school. While campers will only know each other for a short time, that could mark the culmination of lifelong friendships which last forever. Developing and nurturing these friendships amid summer camps helps children develop new social skills.

Your children return home more confident, an earned skill which of course will be beneficial to them all their lives. International summer camps in Switzerland exposes your children to people they don’t often meet and helps them learn diversity and inclusion on a more organic and natural manner.

2. Explore Switzerland and Neighboring Regions

Unlike previous generations who loved the outdoors, children in Switzerland spend more time outdoors. The ultimate Switzerland summer camps help them reconnect with nature. You cannot ignore the importance of a summer camp which helps your child to experience and discover the world within the safe confines of a managed group setting.

Your children will go trekking across the forests or even hike at the Alps and finally swim in the breathtaking ponds and lakes of Switzerland. Your children will have fun watching the snow-capped mountains and get wowed by the exceptional fauna and flora in Switzerland. If you have taken your children on an adventurous trip then you understand how amazed they get by seemingly simple things such as hares, squirrels, and even frogs.

Now imagine how captivating an experience they’ll have by seeing chamois, foxes, the red deer, and marmots? It’s bound to be an experience like no other. There wouldn’t be anything more exciting than hearing your child excitedly narrate the kind of adventures they experienced during the International camps.

3. Maintain Physical Fitness

When children are in the midst of nature, they will have more opportunities to remain physically active. Switzerland has some of the most breathtaking natural settings and landscapes that will keep your children occupied. There are various fun and exciting activities that your children can participate in while in Switzerland such as skiing, kayaking, canoeing, and even canyoning.

Your children will have more fun going mountain climbing or even hiking with their newly acquired friends. There will be a lot to learn such as collecting firewood, learning how to light a fire, and building tents. These activities will rejuvenate your children’s energy and they will come back home renewed completely with lifetime memories.

4. Experience new challenges and Become more independent

As they go on summer camps, you won’t be there to supervise them or do things on their behalf. While they will be under the guidance of their supervisors, they’ll have to be more self-reliant and adopt a new approach towards life. They will have to learn how to clean their clothes, make their beds, get up by themselves, and maintain cleanliness.

Of course, they will have to abide by the laid down schedule, but this doesn’t take away the fact that they will need to take care of themselves. This will help children who are overly attached to their parents to develop a sense of growth and independence, which will help them in the future. Switzerland offers a wide range of events for children of all ages and exposure to new challenges will help the children adopt a new perspective towards life.

5. Consolidate what they learned in School

During the long summer holidays, children are likely to forget a big percentage of what they learn in school. However, studies suggest that summer learning activities can be beneficial to students and they are more likely to remember what they learned during the exciting summer camps.

Many of the summer camps in Switzerland are connected to summer school programs where educators are a part of. For instance, children may undergo a series of classroom related activities in the mornings when their minds are fresh. This provides them with an opportunity to participate in class activities delivered in fun and exciting methods.

Children will be exposed to various learning activities such as architecture, cooking, design, learning new languages, musical theatre, photography, and even understanding robotics. Combining learning and fun enhances motivation, memory, and cooperation with other students. What’s more, your children will be able to correlate between real-world applications and the knowledge they acquire in classrooms.

6. Disconnecting from technology

We are living in an advanced world where even children are techno-savvy. Many children today rely on technology both for school activities and entertainment. In fact, many of the children attending camp will either have an iPad, a tablet, a laptop, or even a smartphone. It’s no doubt that many children today spend most of the time on end playing video games or watching television during their free time.

Of course, technology is essential but spending some time without it won’t hurt. Convincing your children to stay away from the TV or video games at home can be an arduous task. When they go for summer camps, they will have minimal to no access to electronic gadgets and this will keep them entirely occupied in other activities hence switching off from the digital world to experience the goodness of the real world.

By experiencing a world away from their gadgets, your children get accustomed to the fact that there is more to life away from the TV and video games. This will encourage them to pursue more tangible hobbies rather than spending their entire time watching movies or playing games.

7. Enhancing confidence and self-esteem

Camps introduce your children to new activities and tasks that they are unfamiliar with. Camp goers are encouraged to execute tasks out of their comfort zone with each individual expected to participate in enthralling and adventurous activities such as talent performances. When children are within a supportive environment of their supervisors and peers, they understand that failure is not a crime.

Every success they achieve develops their self-esteem and confidence. They, also, develop a new form of resilience, independence, and self-esteem which is exemplified both during camp, in their interactions with their siblings at home, and in school. Eventually, your children become happier and more interested to accept new challenges and activities they would previously be afraid to undertake.

8. Developing Leadership Skills

Camps offer various opportunities for children to learn leadership skills. During summer camps, children are classified in social groups with each child tasked with completing specific tasks. They have to create time to complete their tasks in time for inspection regardless of how they do it. It’s for this reason that the campers depend on each other’s cooperation to complete activities.

This way, they are able to realize a variety of qualities and skills that make them excellent leaders. During summer camps in Switzerland, your children will have loads of opportunities to take initiative. For instance, they could be tasked with taking care of young campers and helping them complete difficult tasks such as; understanding a new language, making their beds, or even cleaning their room.

9. Enhancing their World Perspective

Summer camps in Switzerland give children the opportunity to meet and interact with other children from different social circles. They meet children who speak different languages and others from a different race and culture.

This changes the way they view the world and life in general. Such interactions make your children more open-minded and make them more interested in wanting to learn about other cultures and understand the world better.

10. Camp Promote Creativity

Today, the world is changing. Children are executing more activities that were a preserve of human beings in the past. More children are becoming more creative by the day and engaging in creativity related activities such as developing mobile games.

During Switzerland summer camps, your children will have loads of opportunities to exercise their creativity without fear of failing or even getting below average marks. When your children are camping during summer, their capabilities aren’t restricted. They can engage in as many creative activities as possible compared to what they can do at school.

Finally

As a parent, releasing your child to go for a summer camp in Switzerland can be an arduous task. However, it’s good to let them go  for a week or two to allow them to engage in other activities away from the comfort of their electronic gadgets. Going on camps gives children a wide variety of opportunities to discover new activities, become more creative, and get out of their comfort zone to exercise their skills without fearing failure. Further, letting your children go for Switzerland summer camps enables them to appreciate their parents, their siblings, their home, and the things they often take for granted.

Where the Rich and Famous Families go During the Summer

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Summer implies the beginning of the holiday season for the A-listers of this world. Wealthy holidaymakers look for authentic, sophisticated, and exclusive places where they can get worthwhile experiences. While the A-listers spend most of their time working, they also know how to take significant holidays and relax in style when the time comes. Find out where the rich and famous families go during the summer.

For long, Switzerland has and still remains one of the most glamorous places for affluent families. What with the dazzling scenery, elegant cities filled with amazing art, excellent culture, and music?

This, together with a society that treasures discretion and privacy, and some astonishing seven-star hotels and you are bound to see why the wealth and famous love holidaying in Switzerland. In fact, many celebrities own property here while others prolong their holidaying season up to a year.

According to Chris Southwell, Switzerland has the best services which attract wealthy people. Property owners have done their best to enhance their services too. What’s more hotel staffs are well trained, disciplined, discreet, and respect the privacy of their visitors. They do everything within their means to ensure that visitors get maximum services and enjoy their experience. With all this impeccable service, clients are bound to come back.

One thing that stands out in Switzerland is the kind of privacy that the famous and rich families yearn for and are attracted to when they go on holiday. Unlike society in many countries, hardly do you see the Swiss people taking selfies and every now and then. Having said that, let’s find exactly where the wealthy holiday during summer.

Interesting Places where the Rich and Famous Families go During the Summer

Gstaad

Gstaad is a high-end resort town that lies along the Bernese Oberland area of the Swiss Alps. It’s surrounded by soaring panoramic mountains and distinguished international boarding schools. The town has since attracted the famous and rich families, some of who take prolonged holidays in the town as their children school in the prestigious schools.

The town prides itself in having some of the best winter sports schools, long trails where fitness enthusiasts can go on skiing escapades, luxury boutiques that stretch across the town center, and plenty of summer activities such as hiking, golf, mountaineering, and tennis. Celebrities have flocked Gstaad ever since the 1970s when Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor would frequent the town for holidays.

They even owned a chalet, a clear demonstration of their love for Gstaad. Today, the lobby of the Gstaad Palace hotel, a five-star establishment is adorned with some of the pair’s biggest photos. Popular celebrities still visit the town to date such as Anne Hathaway, Julie Andrews, Johnny Hallyday, Bernie Ecclestone, Madonna, and Valentino, a famous fashion designer among other rich and famous celebrities.

Verbier

Verbier is a mountainous village situated in Valais Canton Switzerland. It’s the entrance to the 4 Vallees ski region and offers magnificent views of the  Mont Blanc and Matterhorn. Verbier is among the top ski resorts where the rich and famous families go during summer. Southwell (earlier mentioned herein) opines that everyone is interested in sampling the excellent party environment in Switzerland as long as skiing is involved.

Some of the popular names who frequent Verbier include; Jason Streatham, the Beckhams, Ronan Keating, Bono, and James Blunt. The latter owns a restaurant in Verbier, La Vache which is quite popular. Both Blunt and Diana Ross have a Verbier chairlift named after them. Some of the rich and popular people who own property here include; Richard Branson and the Duke and Duchess of York.

The Verbier nightlife features the Coco club and the farm club. One thing that celebrities love about being here is the fact that many people flock these areas making it easier for them to mask under the crowds.

St Moritz

St. Moritz is a luxury mountainous town situated in Engadin valley Switzerland. The town played host to the Winter Olympics not once, but twice. It has also hosted various other activities such as an outdoor ice rink Olympic, the Cresta run, and a bobsled world championship natural ice run. The town has a frozen lake where various winter sports and activities are held such as polo, ice horse racing, and cricket.

Visitors can also enjoy skiing in some of the well-manicured trails available in this town. St Moritz is popularly known as the area that invented skiing. With all this glitz and glamour going on in this town, it’s no wonder that some of the famous and rich families like to holiday here during summer.

Some of the notable people who have been in this town include; Alfred Hitchcock who frequented Badrutt’s Palace hotel every year for fifty years. Charlie Chaplin has also been a regular in St Moritz. Some of the popular people who have visited the town recently include; John Travolta, Liz Hurley, Robert de Niro, and Ivana Trump.

Affluent local residents also love the St. Moritz such as the Heineken family and Lakshmi Mittal. Some of the stunning places to see here are; Mario’s bar in Badrutt’s, the Dracula Club located at the Kulm Hotel, and the Kempinski Grand Hotel casino. The Dracula club is a private club operated by Rolf Sachs who is also the son of the late Gunter Sachs who frequented the town before his demise in 2011.

Montreux

Montreux is a conventional resort town situated along Lake Geneva. The town is lies between the scenic lakeside and panoramic steep hills and is popularly known for its Montreux Jazz, a festival held in July. The microclimate in this town attracts many A-listers annually. For long, this town has been popular among families of rich and famous people across the globe.

One of the notable people who has stayed here in the past is Lord Byron and his colleagues such as Percy Shelley and Mary, who made the town their home for months in 1816. The town is home to some musical talent. For instance, Queen frontman Freddie Mercury once said that Montreux is one of the most peaceful places she knows of.

She went ahead and recorded a number of albums in the town. David Bowie also recorded some of his best music in Montreux. Other notable people who have been here include; Deep Purple, Charlie Chaplin, Ernest Hemingway, Graham Greene, and Vladimir Nabokov.

Zurich

Zurich is the biggest city in Switzerland and as a result, it has attracted loads of famous and rich families during summer. Paris Hilton is said to have spent a long time in Zurich at one time when she was going steady with Thomas Gross, a local billionaire. Tina Turner is a long term resident in Zurich. She has since become a Swiss resident and has been quoted saying that she loves everything about Switzerland.

Zermatt

Zermatt is situated at the bottom of the highest mountains in the alpine mountain sphere. So gorgeous is this town such that one visit would not be enough for you to sample everything there is to see and do. Zermatt is a captivating ski resort which is a popular destination among the rich and famous families.

Celebrities particularly love the fact that the area is quite discreet and the paparazzi won’t be on your neck. Zermatt offers some fascinating views of the Matterhorn. One exceptional thing about this town is that only electric cars are allowed here which means visitors will be exposed to clean air and above all a healthy environment.

Frida Lyngstad from the musical group Abba lives in this town while Phil Collins has a chalet. Notable celebrities who still visit this town include; Nicole Kidman, Robbie Williams, Brad Pitt, Thierry Henry, Angelina Jolie, and Angela Merkel. Popular places to visit while here include; The Vernissage which has a bar, cinema, night club, restaurant, and a gallery, the Cervo for after ski drinks, and Chez Vrony.

Davos-Klosters

Davos and Klosters situated along the Graubünden eastern Swiss canton are popularly known for playing host to the WEF (World Economic Forum) meeting. The meeting held every January attracts the famous and rich families from the business, financial, celebrities, as well as the political world.

During the ski season, many celebrities and royals flock the town. Some of the royals who frequent Davos and Klosters include; Prince Charles and William and Kate. other celebrities who have been seen here include; Bono, Renee Zellweger, and Leonardo DiCaprio.

Southwell notes that celebrities love Davos and Klosters because it’s private. What’s more, there are many private chalets and this gives them the opportunity to party with their close friends without interference.

Lausanne

Lausanne is the fourth biggest city in Switzerland. Many celebrities and other famous and rich families flock this city during summer. One such people, F. Scott Fitzgerald visited the city in 1930 and stayed at the Hôtel de la Paix while his wife was recovering at a local medical facility. Coco Chanel is another popular personality known to have spent a prolonged stay at the hotel Lausanne Beau-Rivage Palace.

Finally

Many celebrities as well as famous and rich families today still holiday in the places mentioned herein. Switzerland goes down in history as one of the most discreet and private places, which is why many A-listers will continue holidaying here especially during summer.

Best Summer Vacation Activities in Europe for Students from India

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The onset of summer sends a wave of excitement to people from all walks of life. Many people and especially parents with school-going children will take a vacation during summer. If you’ve never visited Europe, you may want to do it this summer.

Europe is one of the most interesting continents in the world with incredible countries to visit. This is why it can offer the ultimate summer vacation for students from India. Take your time this summer and traverse through Europe.

Enjoy the diverse culture, participate in adventurous activities, try to overcome your fears by attempting activities you’ve always resisted, and whatever you do, remember to make your visit to the Alpine Mountains a forgettable experience. There are numerous activities that students from India will be happy to engage in as we shall see below.

Top 4 Europe Summer Fun Activity Ideas for Students from India

1) Take a Trip to One of the Biggest Waterfalls in Europe

Waterfalls are fascinating and if you’re visiting one of the biggest ones in Europe, you are guaranteed to have the time of your life. The Rhine falls emanate from the Rhine river which traverses through four countries from the Alps all the way to the North Sea. The river in itself is a sight to behold and has gained popularity as one of the most appreciated works of nature in Europe.

The Rhine falls are 150 meters wide complete with an estimated 23-meter drop. The magnitude of these falls makes it an interesting place to visit. Students can even swim or engage in other water sports related activities. If you have a fear for large volumes of water, you can be sure that by the time you’re done with your trip, your fears will all be gone.

The Rhine falls are popularly known for having huge volumes of water, and this has been a major reason why many visitors have come from far and wide just to marvel at the wonderful falls. The good thing about the Rhine falls is that they are easily accessible. You can drive to the site, take public transportation, or even cycle if you’re more adventurous.

If you can, then cycling is the best option because you’ll get a feel of the surroundings as well as get a better view of the environment. You’ll even make new friends on your way and get to understand European culture better. Another interesting fact about the Rhine falls is that it features a rail bridge which crosses the river right above the falls.

You’ll be excited to learn that there is a pedestrian path which ensures that all visitors can get a better view of the falls from different angles. The rail bridge crosses the river just above the falls and it also incorporates a pedestrian path allowing for visitors to walk completely around the falls and the Rhine Falls basin to view this spectacle from every possible viewpoint.

2) Go Bungee Jumping at the Contra Dam

The contra dam is popularly known as Verzasca dam. The dam is an exclusive architecture which has attracted visitors from all corners of the world. Apart from being the perfect summer vacation for Indian students, it’s an adventurous activity that will help them overcome their fear of heights. So, how can bungee jump offer the best summer vacation for students from India? Students spent a long time studying.

During vacations, they should engage in adventurous activities to refresh their brains. Bungee jumping is ideal for older students. The contra dam is also ideal for various recreational activities and students from India will benefit from engaging in fun outdoor activities. The Contra dam measures 220 meters in height and was used in a James Bond episode in the year 1995.

Of course, younger students can also visit the Contra dam for other incredible excursions and activities such as hiking. The good thing about hiking at the Contra dam is the students will learn and understand the history and strange facts about the dam structure. Once their vacation is over, they’ll have interesting stories to share with their friends back in India.

3) Go Paragliding

Paragliding is not for the faint at heart. What makes this a must try activities during summer vacation for students from India is the fact that students are curious, courageous, and willing to try any adventurous thing in the world. There are numerous benefits you can gain from paragliding.

These include; maintaining body balance, relieving stress accumulated from studying for exams, getting captivating sights and capturing them on camera, burning calories, triggering adrenaline rush which eventually helps students achieve overall body health, and most importantly, paragliding helps students overcome their fears and boosts their confidence.

A student who participates in paragliding will most likely be able to face the toughest things they may come across during their schooling days. If you want to engage in an unforgettable adventure, then you can go paragliding in Europe. There are numerous paragliding sites in various across Europe such as Zurich and Geneva. Remember to enjoy the scenic views too while at it.

4) Go Cliff Walking

Cliff walking is another fun activity that students will be excited to try. The Titlis cliff walk bridge is an incredible structure that you may be afraid to try at first especially if you have a fear for heights. If you’re courageous enough to walk along the 100-meter cliff. You’ll enjoy a captivating view of the surroundings.

You should overcome your fears and just walk along the cliff. After all, many people have walked there before and they lived to tell the amazing tale. You’ll not only overcome your fear of heights, but you’ll also gain the confidence to face more challenging activities. The Titlis cliff walk has been built in between two cliffs and is approximately 3,000 meters above sea level making it the highest suspension bridge across Europe.

One of the most interesting things about the Titlis cliff is that you’ll get better views of the Titlis glacier park as well as marvel at the breathtaking panoramic views. What’s more, you’ll be able to view the exquisite Glacier cave.

Daring students will also get the opportunity to swing their legs atop the Ice Flyer, the ski lift which carries visitors through the mountain peaks, as well as ride on the inaugural revolving cable car around the globe also known as the Rotair Gondola.

How will Students From India Benefit from the Long Summer Vacation?

Going on a summer vacation comes with numerous benefits to students as seen below.

– Improved Physical Health

Studies suggest that students who participate in outdoor activities regularly will be more active. Further, they have reduced risks of becoming obese as a result of increased physical activity. Students of all ages are more curious and will want to discover everything.

The perfect summer vacation for students from India in Europe even allows students to participate in gardening projects and educates them on how to make healthy food choices.

– Improved Immune system

When you’re exposed to sunlight, your body is able to produce vitamin D3 with ease. Students who go on summer vacations have better muscle and bone development. What’s more, vitamin D3 is critical for general health. Still, you need to be cautious as excessive sun exposure can be dangerous.

Remember to use sunscreen if you’ll be spending a long hour in the sun. Experts insist on the importance of spending more time outdoors saying that it can be all you need to protect yourself from allergies.

– Enhanced Cognitive Expertise

Students can enhance their cognitive skills such as better memory, improved reasoning skills, and enhanced concentration. Studies suggest that exposure to the outdoors and nature can stimulate brain development in students and help them to be innovative, become more interested in discovering new things and engaging in new tasks and become more willing to take risks.

– Psychological Factors

Spending time outdoors helps students to gain psychological benefits. Studies suggest that when they’re exposed to nature, their brains relax and they become calmer and less susceptible to anger.

Many students especially teenagers who go on summer vacation for students in India will be less moody, less stressed or even depressed, will harbor more respect for their elders, and will be in their best behavior most of the time. Further, students will be more able to control their emotions when they go on a summer vacation.

If you want to discover how exposure to nature and the outdoors helps your students, you may want to study the Attention Restoration Theory which gives a comprehensive explanation on the psychological benefits of exposure to nature and the natural world.

According to studies, it’ll take the average student more concentration to catch up with the modern world and this can make them stressed, fatigued, and even irritated. These negative moods can be relieved by regular exposure outdoors.

Finally

If you’re looking for the ideal strategies to enhance the wellbeing of your children, then take them on summer vacation for students in India. Going somewhere away from the hustles and bustles of the city can be all that your child requires to cut down stress and relax their brains.

Reasons For Taking Your Child To The Best Summer Camps in Europe

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While Europe is a relatively small continent, it has an astounding historical, cultural, natural and artistic diversity. Europe attracts more tourists than anywhere in the world, thanks to its momentous history, breathtaking landscapes and cutting-edge culture. With our vast selection of summer camps, we have a rich choice of destinations which are carefully selected based on the following things;

  • Quality of the location
  • Choice of activities that are close by, to ensure that there is a harmonious combination of leisure, language and fun
  • Comfort of accommodation

Best summer programs for students

While many students look at summer as a time to disconnect from the stress that comes with being in school; for a lot of their parents this is a time that they are fraught with anxiety wondering if their children are making the most of their time in school.  One of the best ways your child can spend their summer holiday is by being active both mentally and physically. Summer programs provide students with an intelligent, curious, inquisitive and adventurous nature, a chance to break out from their strict and stressful school routine an back into the old world. This allows them to engage in an unforgettable experiential learning opportunity that is not only a chance at taking a deep dive into preexisting interests but also perspective-expanding.

Summer programs are important because no matter what your child does over this holiday, it should have some value added effect especially if they are in high school looking to apply for college later. With that said however, your child should pursue his or her own passions over the summer. Our summer camps feature interactive teaching methods, exciting excursions, activity-driven afternoons and entertaining evenings. Therefore, it is paramount that your child develops knowledge and skills over the summer and that can only be done through some immersive summer program.

Why your kid should participate in summer programs in Europe

Visiting a new place with a different language and culture can be as terrifying as it is thrilling. There are many benefits of letting your child experience culture shock first hand. They range from boosting their confidence to unmatched educational experiences, challenging themselves with a new routine. Typically, our school travel programs in Europe  combine experiential travel with some degree of cultural immersion. What this means is, if there are not chatting with the locals, they will probably be leaning about cultural customs in galleries, museums or hands-on workshops.

For older students looking to join international colleges and universities, traveling to Europe for the summer might just be the start of things. Keep in mind that  youth and inexperience are unique factors that are associated with teenage years making a summer camp in Europe right choice to make. This way, your kid will discover more about themselves, unlock their potential career opportunities as well as have a unique resume by they time they graduate high school.  

Why Europe is a great place for your kid to attend summer camp

Students who travel to Europe for a summer camp have a wide choice of programs to choose from coupled with picturesque surroundings, activities, languages and nature. Here are some of the reasons why Europe is the best place for your kid to attend summer camp.

Ideal weather

During summer, the weather is generally sunny hence why it is the best time to discover Europe. Summer camps for students usually take place from June to late August with average temperature for July ranging between 25 to 32 degrees Celsius in major cities throughout the continent.

Food culture

Many people believe that Europe represents the height of culinary accomplishments. Each country in Europe offers a unique culinary history recognized by many people. They may include Swiss chocolates, French cheese, Spanish tapas and Italian meats and pastas among many others.

Accessibility

It doesn’t matter whether the campsite is at the lake, in the city, in the mountains or at the sea, routes leading there are very accessible.

Quality accommodation

We take accommodation very seriously hence why we aim at providing the best quality. Often, children are housed in rooms with separate accommodations for boys and girls.

Choice of program

Summer camps in Europe will provide your kid with a broad choice of both sports and other activities. In addition to this, they get to choose educational options such as performing arts, language lessons or leadership courses.

Activities and programs that take place at summer camps in Europe

Europe offers an endless choice of sports that is why it is has the best summer camps. It doesn’t matter whether you are on a bike, on foot, in the air, on water or in the Alps. We have have age-specific programs and activities that boost confidence, build character adds new skills. Below are some of the activities that take place at summer camps in Europe.

Summer camp excursions

During our summer camps, we have a an excursion planned during every week. They include day trips to some of the historic and interesting places as well as all day mountain hikes. They may also include a hiking trip that involves camping. Both hiking and camping are very popular activities with kids and always prove to be the highlight of the camp program. The excursion exercises are meant to provide your child with all the best Europe has to offer.

Weekend programs

Saturday’s tend to be more relaxed when it comes to activities. After completing their morning chores, the students normally have free time to play outdoors. On the other hand, Sundays are for all-day excursions. They are organized to provide your child with an opportunity to see different parts of Europe as well as learn about the Alpine environment. This involves visiting lakes, local mountains and trips to the zoo.

Special events day at the summer camp

With every camp session, there is a number if specially organized events including the following;

  • Camp fires
  • End of session disco
  • Barbecue
  • Pool parties
  • Among others

Our camp sessions usually end with a “Special Events Day” where your child gets to participate in a variety of swimming and field events. After the special dinner, kids are then recognized and awarded for their achievements in interest groups, hiking, language, camping and swimming. Both camping and hiking give students allows students to increase their awareness of the environment and also practice outdoor skills.

Clubs

During summer camp, students get to choose between a number of clubs, which they will be required to attend. At the end of the session, they all join to present what they have learnt. There are several clubs to choose from including the following:

  • Photography
  • Arts and craft
  • Mountain Orienteering
  • Tapas
  • Rockstar
  • Dance Academy
  • Hollywood
  • Music Video

Language courses

A good percentage of Europeans speak at least more 2 languages or more. This is because it is compulsory to study a second foreign language in over 20 European countries. You are guaranteed to find the language your child is interested in studying be it English, French, Spanish, German, Italian or more. We have 8 hours per week compulsory language learning lessons as well as 15 hours per week intensive language courses.

Sports and activities

A wide array of sports and activities are offered to children as interest groups. For instance, we have more than 40 different sports to choose from including football, mountain biking, tennis, horseback riding, wakeboarding, rock climbing, paraglading and golf, among many others. Your child decides which fun group activity they want to pursue and participate in. With multiple lakes and rivers, snowy mountain peak and a turquoise sea, Europe is an outdoor paradise which offers unlimited opportunities for kids to engage with the nature and the great outdoors. This way, it is not difficult to find something fun that piques their interest, even if they are shy.

Personal development programs

Adolescence can be hard, especially when a lot is expected from you (academically and morally), as you are still trying to make sense of your mood swings and becoming aware of the changes in your body. This can be a trying time for your kid, hence why it becomes a rebellious stage for some. The good news is summer camps help to some extent.

Your child will not only be in the company of others going through the same but they will also be attending dynamic and interactive workshops that will enable them to know themselves better and become better people. Our personal development programs allow students to develop a toolbox of teamwork skills which will help them build mature and long-lasting relationships with colleagues and friends. They also get to create imaginative, complex solutions to potential problems that they may face in their everyday lives. This way, they get to focus on their ’emotional intelligence’ using practices and theories from professionals in the field of experiential learning.

Conclusion

In addition to everything mentioned above, attending the best summer camps in Europe, allows your child to make new friends from all over the world this making their summer holiday a truly memorable experience.

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