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For many students, the first time they step into a Broadway theatre is nothing short of transformative. The velvet curtains, the buzz of the audience, and the rise of the orchestra create a sense of wonder that no textbook can replicate. Beyond the spectacle, Broadway offers lessons in creativity, teamwork, and storytelling that extend far beyond the stage. Every production […]

January and February are the best times to travel! Visit your favorite destinations with lower prices, fewer crowds, and shorter lines. For a limited time, book a new trip in January or February and we will DOUBLE your travel stipend! It’s not too late to book your winter adventure. CLICK HERE to tell us more – We’ll handle the rest. Add excitement to […]

  This year, something truly special is happening at Junior Tours. We’re celebrating our 50th Tour Season, a milestone that would never have been possible without the teachers who believed in us, trusted us, and traveled on unforgettable journeys with us year after year. Since 1976, we’ve operated as a family business, always striving to provide outstanding personalized service. Founder […]

Hello Friends, As another school year comes to a close, I want to share some personal news and express my deepest gratitude to everyone who contributed to another incredible tour season. As many of you know, Junior Tours has always been a family-run business. My father, Marty Abrams, founded the company in 1976. I joined in 1995 alongside my sister, […]

The school year is in full swing and educator thoughts are turning to field trips.  Field trips serve a strong supportive role in educating our young and teachers know that.  But if they’re new to the job, or have had some hair-raising experiences in the field in the past, the whole idea can haul them up short. That’s why we’re […]

A dedicated teacher takes students to places they’ve never been, simply by standing at the front of the classroom and leading the way.  Without opening the door to the hallway, or leaving the building, so many teachers spend their days filling young minds with the inspiration that’s the stuff of dreams for the future. But give a teacher a chance […]

In 1948, Winston Churchill famously said “Those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it”. In today’s turbulent times, it is vital that students travel to America’s great cities and learn first-hand the lessons of the past. Whether you plan a trip to Washington D.C., Boston, Philadelphia, Atlanta or New York City- there is so much to […]

We’re thrilled to bring you some exciting updates and important announcements. Enhanced Registration Website Experience: Next week, we’re unveiling a major update to the web portal used by parents for trip registration and payments. Expect a host of new features, a sleeker interface, and a smoother process for registering multiple accounts. Broadway’s Grand Return: Broadway is making a triumphant comeback […]

It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of Marty Abrams, the founder of Junior Tours.   Marty lived a full and meaningful life.   Starting out as a history teacher in Brooklyn in 1976, he went on to build one of the premier student travel companies on the east coast. If knew you Marty, you […]

This week, we want to celebrate all of YOU! The Fantastic Teachers and Educators of the World! In honor of your special week, we are giving away (2) $100 Amazon Gift Cards. To enter into our drawing, go to the Comments below and tell us your favorite classroom hack or favorite resource/website that helps you in your teaching. Give us any […]

ChatGPT has grabbed many headlines about the transformative power of AI. Each week new AI technologies are being released. With this technology at the fingertips of everyone, we wanted to share with you some of the more popular AI tools our own friends in education have found useful within their classrooms. Gradescope www.gradescope.com Gradescope helps you seamlessly administer and grade […]

Earlier this month, Jefferson Middle School took their 8th grade class on their annual trip to Washington D.C. Each student was asked to keep a journal of their experience and then write a short essay on what they learned. Here are the musings of Sarah Harrison, president of her student body:  “Last week, I returned from the most amazing adventure […]