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

2. Our [Madrid] 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? Royal Palace of Madrid The official residence of Spain’s royal family, this 3,000 room palace is truly awe-inspiring. Highlights of this majestic palace include some sculptures commissioned by Velazquez and the extravagantly ornate private apartments of Charles III.

11. What is There to See and Do? Real Madrid Football Stadium Discover the emblematic Bernabeu Stadium, home of the Real Madrid Football Club, from the VIP box to the changing rooms, from the pitch to the Trophy Exhibition. All of the European Cups are on show, as well as the rest of the Club’s trophies and the most important matches of its history in a modern audio-visual room.

12. What is There to See and Do? Prado National Museum One of the world’s most important museums, this huge collection is a testament to centuries of devoted acquisition by the Spanish. This neo-classical building, located on one of Madrid’s most attractive streets, is home to more that 9000 works of art, mainly paintings, of which only 1500 can be displayed at any one time.

13. What is There to See and Do? Reina Sofia National Museum The Reina Sofia was remodelled in the 1980s, becoming the principal location for national and international exhibitions. The collection is almost exclusively of 20th century Spanish art, with works by many important artists, including Picasso’s Guernica.

14. What is There to See and Do? Royal Botanical Gardens These gardens, a symbol of the enlightened period of the 18th century, formed part of the urban re-arrangement project in the area of El Pardo undertaken by Carlos III, who inagurated them in 1781. Just like the nearby Prado Museum, it was designed by Juan de Villanueva, and in the different areas visitors will find trees, flowers and plants from all over the world, as well as exotic species in the greenhouses.

15. What is There to See and Do? World Heritage City of Toledo Toledo is one of the oldest towns in Spain and lies on a granite hill surrounded on three sides by the deep gorge of the river Tagus. The highlights of the town include its cathedral, towering Alcazar and its ring of Gothic and Moorish walls. A day trip includes a stop in Aranjuez, just 45 kilometres south of Madrid, whose palace served as the official spring residence of the Kings and Queens of Spain.

16. What is There to See and Do? Flamenco Shows A traditional Flamenco Show is a great way to spend an evening during your time in Madrid. We offer shows and classes all year round, as well as packages to include drinks or evening meals.

17. What is There to See and Do? Bullfighting Museum The Museum contains paintings of bullfighting scenes and portraits of bullfighters, sculptures, drawings, engravings - including a series of Goya’s Tauromachy - and bullfighting posters from the 18th century. It also displays suits, capes from the 19th and 20 th centuries, stuffed bull’s heads, and a collection of historic documents related to the bullfighting world.

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 Madrid!

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