by katemackay25 | Nov 29, 2019
Ever wondered about what really happens on school ski trips, how they get organised and whether the kids are really safe? Well look no further, as Marcus Tinsley, bares all. As a former head teacher, outdoor education adviser and lead in Newcastle Schools Ski...
by katemackay25 | Apr 7, 2017
One of my friends hates Facebook – she calls it ‘Smugbook’. Amazing photos depicting wonderful times can make others feel envious and inadequate. Most of us only post photos that show the best bits; it’s not really representative of what’s happening in our lives. So...
by katemackay25 | Sep 2, 2016
The evenings are starting to draw in heralding the new school year. What did you do over the holidays and what would you like to do the next time school’s out? Most people are familiar with traditional summer pursuits of picnics in the countryside or ice-cream treats...
by katemackay25 | May 29, 2016
How many of you have had the thought about ‘giving it all up’ and moving to the mountains? As you sit on a chairlift admiring the majestic snowy scenery, carve that perfect turn or even relax in the bar at the end of the day, how many of you have had the feeling that...
by katemackay25 | Apr 12, 2016
Many secondary schools offer their pupils a chance to go on a ski trip, usually for those upward of Year 8 and beyond (age 13 and older). Most UK schools travel to Europe (Austria, France and Italy are popular) but some will go to North America. Often trips can be...
by katemackay25 | Mar 4, 2016
The world is a vast playground with much to see and do, and many subscribe to the philosophy that you should never travel to the same place twice. But what if you feel real affinity with a destination and are thinking about returning? Many say that second time-around...