GLR Tours

12/07/2021

04/07/2021

Is your group ready to get back out on the road? We are here to help you plan the perfect trip for your students. Wherever you want to go, we will make it happen.

10/31/2020

from GLR Tours! Have a safe and spooktacular day!

10/29/2020

Who else is getting excited for Halloween?! Show us your costumes! Show off your creativity in a safe and socially distant way (or brag about past costumes). We'd love to see your pets dressed up too. 😍

10/28/2020

Whether you're looking for help with student tours, group tours, or you have another request, we're happy to help! Visit www.glrours.com to learn more!

10/26/2020

If you're 16-21 years old and have a passion for travel and tackling social issues, here's an opportunity for you! Your Big Year is accepting applications for 100 youth to participate in the (Virtual) Travel Impact Challenge where participants will work with peers globally to build positive bridges between diverse cultures. Apply before November 10th! https://yourbigyear.com/travel-forum-apply

Well if you didn't already know, you do now...

How can we expand our horizons, tackle social issues and get our voices heard?
Your Big Year alongside SYTA Youth Foundation, International Experience Canada, and SYTA: Student and Youth Travel Associationouth association is challenging young adults across Canada, USA and the world to do just that! We are celebrating diversity not only worldwide but throughout countries as well. If you want to make your mark on the world, make long-lasting friendships, learn new skills and make a real impact - Apply now for the Your Big Year (Virtual) Travel Impact Challenge!

10/20/2020

⚠️Major Announcement!⚠️ SummerCamp2u is extending its program through the Fall as Recess Rescue!
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Recess Rescue has adapted our unique backyard camp program, SummerCamp2U, into an outdoor after-school program for ages 4-11 that focuses on actual socialization with a trusted circle of peers.
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We will offer time for homework and computer assistance, but the focus is on getting kids off their devices for a few hours.
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Kids will participate in outdoor activities, games, arts & crafts, Phys. Ed, STEM, and other fun group activities, as they learn and have fun in a structured environment.
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Programs will be offered beginning October 1, 2020. A qualified after-school specialist will come to your backyard one day per week, for one month, from 3:00 PM-5:00 PM.
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For more information, please email [email protected], or call Martha Kelley at (617) 420-5002.
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10/19/2020

Halloween may look different this year, but here's a way to get in all the spooky, scary chills from the comfort of your home: virtual GHOST TOURS! 👻 US Ghost Adventures created GhostFlix to provide LIVE ghost tours in cities across the US, and you can get in on the frightening fun throughout the month of October. Which city do you want to be spooked by?

ENJOY FRIGHTINGLY FUN GHOST TOURS – FROM HOME! Walk the streets with us on a LIVE ghost tour. Each week, we’ll feature a live ghost tour with one of our tour guides in two cities! In light of COVID-19, we decided to feature live video ghost tours through the streets of over 20 cities. Then, […...

10/13/2020

Attention Class of 2020❗️ Was your high school senior trip canceled due to COVID-19? If so, you have a chance to earn a $1,500 scholarship! 💰 Please share this post with any high school class of 2020 students you may know.

The SYTA Youth Foundation is offering this opportunity. More details below:

"The Class of 2020 Scholarship is made available to Class of 2020 High School Seniors. Seniors who had their trip canceled are encouraged to submit an essay focusing on what they feel would have been the benefits of that missed travel experience and why school travel is important to students today.
The winning Class of 2020 essay will be published in Teach & Travel magazine and a $1,500 scholarship will be provided to the student author."

See the website for full details: https://sytayouthfoundation.org/scholarships/class-of-2020

10/05/2020

How would you like to see these amazing Fall views from the Castle in the Clouds? Join us our North Conway Fall Foliage and Shopping Tour and you'll get to see them for yourself! Visit https://glrtours.com/jump-into-fall/ or call 617-420-5002 to learn more and sign up.

It's and we're loving the views from the Castle. We hope you're able to get outside and enjoy some fall fun this weekend!

10/02/2020

On the last day of our North Conway Fall Foliage and Shopping Tour, prepare to be blown away by the Castle in the Clouds, a 16-room mansion and 5,500-acre mountaintop estate overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee and the Ossipee Mountains. Learn more and sign up for the tour by calling 617-420-5002 or visiting www.glrtours.com/jump-into-fall
📸Photo Cred: castleintheclouds.com

10/01/2020

On our North Conway Fall Foliage and Shopping Tour, you’ll get some free time to spend relaxing at the hotel or checking out Settlers Green. Get a jump on your holiday shopping at the landmark shopping outlet of the White Mountains New Hampshire. Learn more and sign up for the tour by calling 617-420-5002 or visiting www.glrtours.com/jump-into-fall
📸Photo cred: Settlers Green

09/30/2020

Head downtown on our North Conway Fall Foliage and Shopping Tour and check out the local stores! Don’t miss Zeb's General Store, the iconic shop of North Conway. Learn more and sign up for the tour by calling 617-420-5002 or visiting www.glrtours.com/jump-into-fall
📸Photo cred: Zeb's General Store

09/29/2020

All Aboard! The next activity on the North Conway Fall Foliage and Shopping Tour itinerary is a colorful ride along the Conway Scenic Railroad. Learn more and sign up for the tour by calling 617-420-5002 or visiting www.glrtours.com/jump-into-fall

09/28/2020

Our first destination on the North Conway Fall Foliage and Shopping Tour is the Kancamagus Highway! Highway 112 runs from Center Conway to North Woodstock, just south of Franconia Notch. Passing through the White Mountains New Hampshire National Forest, it is considered one of the most scenic highways in the U.S. and offers a number of interesting stopping off points. Be sure to have your camera ready! Learn more and sign up for the tour by calling 617-420-5002 or visiting www.glrtours.com/jump-into-fall

09/28/2020

SPACE IS LIMITED for our North Conway Fall Foliage and Shopping Trip! Call 617-420-5002 or visit www.glrtours.com/jump-into-fall to learn more today!

Enjoy a scenic trip to North Conway, NH for a quintessential New England Fall foliage tour, while adhering to all recommended social distancing procedures.

09/24/2020

Jump into Fall with our North Conway Fall Foliage and Shopping Tour! Enjoy a scenic trip to North Conway, NH for a quintessential New England Fall foliage experience, while adhering to all recommended social distancing procedures. Depart from Methuen, MA.
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This trip is perfect for families and friends who want to kick off Fall with a safe, fun adventure!
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Highlights include:
Traveling along the Kancamagus Highway
Viewing the White Mountain National Forest
A colorful ride on the Conway Scenic Railroad
Shopping around town (check out Zeb's General Store!)
Free time to swim or get a spa treatment (reservations required)
Outlet shopping at Settlers Green
A visit to Castle in the Clouds..AND MORE!
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SPACE IS LIMITED, RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!
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Learn more and book now at www.glrtours.com/jump-into-fall or call us at (617) 420-5002.

Enjoy a scenic trip to North Conway, NH for a quintessential New England Fall foliage tour, while adhering to all recommended social distancing procedures.

09/22/2020

Here's some insight into what we've been doing since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Read this interview to learn more about our story and how we created SummerCamp2U!

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, GLR Tours, which specializes in the student market, shifted gears and created a new division called SummerCamp2U.

09/01/2020

So... You've taken 583 photos of your trip to the Grand Canyon and have no idea what to do with them. What's next? Take a look at these creative ways to preserve your travel memories.

From a custom iPhone case to framed photos, these items will put your travel photos to good use.

08/31/2020

I don't know about you, but I know I never drink enough water when I'm on a plane. Here are some tips to keep you hydrated while traveling.

Staying hydrated should be a top priority, even when you're not traveling. To avoid headaches, low energy, shakiness, muscle cramps or worse on the road, groups should follow these tips for getting the proper amount of fluids while on their adventures.

08/28/2020

Stuck at home? Take a trip to a national park from wherever you are with these virtual tours. Which national park is your favorite to visit?

Got a bit of downtime? Take a trip to a national park from wherever you are! Many national park sites across the country offer digital tours and experiences that you can access anytime, anywhere. From digitally diving under the sea to watching the cherry blossom trees bloom,

08/27/2020

Looking for a way to support the travel industry, even if you're not traveling right now? This website allows you to purchase gift cards or virtual experiences from local businesses!

Activity businesses and their employees are suffering as a result of the COVID-19 health crisis. Join the movement by purchasing a gift card.

08/26/2020

While we aren't able to travel internationally right now, that doesn't mean we have to miss out on seeing the amazing animals of the world. Check out these virtual experiences you can have with all kinds of creatures! 🐯🐘🦁🦓🦧

Zoos are beginning to open, but digital experiences allow visitors to see ecosystems from a different perspective.

08/25/2020

Need some relaxation in your life? Us too. Check out this list of relaxing destinations in the U.S. and use it for inspiration for your next trip! Remember to follow all guidelines for safe and responsible travel.

Take the vacation you deserve.

08/24/2020

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08/21/2020

We're sailing off into the weekend (and we wish it was on this boat). Happy Friday, everyone! Have you had a memorable boating experience on your travels?

08/20/2020

Many people compare the Ponte 25 de Abril in Lisbon, Portugal with the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, CA due to their similar color and style. Which destinations have to been to that remind you of another place? Let us know! 👇
(P.S. Bonus points to you if you can tell us which bridge is which here!)

08/19/2020

I don't know about you, but I'll be taking advantage of the hot days we have left this summer and spending them at the beach! Do you have a favorite beach in the US, or even in another country? Let us know! 👇

08/18/2020

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of virtually attending the SYTA: Student and Youth Travel Association conference, SYTA Live! It was a wonderful experience to connect with our student and youth travel partners, and to discuss how our industry is adapting to become safer and more innovative in these times.

"While we cannot be together in person today, I have seen a resilient spirit within SYTA over the last months. Members reaching out to each other to give an encouraging word, competitors offering each other advice and help to survive this storm, countless Zoom calls, and a host of volunteers assisting our industry to cope through these difficult times.

I wish we were together in person to dream together of a brighter future when we get back to doing what we all love. I look forward to navigating the uncharted journey ahead, and working together to adapt our travel practices to safely travel again and resume changing the world for good through student travel. Thank you SYTA members, and be safe." -SYTA Board of Directors President Steve Maehl, Global Travel Alliance

08/14/2020

Here are some helpful tips on travel etiquette for students, but they can be applied to any traveler!

Much effort goes into planning student group trips. With this in mind, Teach & Travel looks at the role of etiquette in successful student travel.