Queensland Tourism

Inspiring Queensland school tours combining tourism industry insights, coastal experiences and real-world student learning opportunities.

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Go behind the scenes of one of the world's most successful travel destinations to see how the Sunshine State delivers world-class visitor experiences.

This tourism-focused tour takes students from the Gold Coast to the bustling sports and cultural precincts of Brisbane. By meeting with industry experts and exploring iconic landmarks, students will gain a professional perspective on destination management, sustainable tourism, and the business of hospitality.

Trip highlights

  • Explore tourism and visitor economy opportunities across Queensland’s leading destinations.
  • Learn about hospitality, events and sustainable tourism operations.
  • Experience the Gold Coast, Brisbane or tropical North Queensland environments.
  • Gain real-world insights into business, marketing and customer experience.
  • Build teamwork, independence and practical career awareness through travel.

Trip inclusions

  • An all-inclusive package for teachers and students including flights, accommodation, transport, meals and activities.
  • Access to our full suite of tools, resources, checklists and support that will make your trip planning and advertising a breeze.
  • Free travel for teachers.
  • An EA tour representative on hand 24/7.

Trip inclusions

  • An all-inclusive package for teachers and students including flights, accommodation, transport, meals and activities.
  • Access to our full suite of tools, resources, checklists and support that will make your trip planning and advertising a breeze.
  • Free travel for teachers.
  • An EA tour representative on hand 24/7.

Trip highlights

  • Explore tourism and visitor economy opportunities across Queensland’s leading destinations.
  • Learn about hospitality, events and sustainable tourism operations.
  • Experience the Gold Coast, Brisbane or tropical North Queensland environments.
  • Gain real-world insights into business, marketing and customer experience.
  • Build teamwork, independence and practical career awareness through travel.

What to expect on the tour

Students can expect a look at the operational side of major tourism assets and adventure attractions. The tour balances thrilling experiences - like climbing the heights of the Story Bridge - with educational insights into stadium management and theme park operations. It is a comprehensive look at how Queensland balances its natural assets with man-made attractions to create a global tourism powerhouse.

Trip activities

Gold Coast Theme Park Experience

Go behind the scenes at one of the Gold Coast's premier parks to understand the operations, marketing, and safety protocols required to manage thousands of daily visitors.

Moreton Island Tour

The Moreton Island Tour offers an action-packed day of adventure and nature experiences, starting with kayaking in crystal-clear waters where the transparent kayaks allow students to see the marine life beneath them.

Tourism Tour with GC Tourism & GC Council

Enjoy a tourism tour with Gold Coast Tourism and the Gold Coast Council, which offers students valuable insight into how the region promotes sustainable travel.

NASA STEM School Trip Orlando USA 2024 Planned by EA School Tours Educating Adventures for St Kevin's College Students.

"My sincere thanks for your hard work in organising this trip for us. We know just how much time and effort goes into these things, and your attention to detail really made for a smooth trip for us. We can't be grateful enough for what EA did for us!"

Teacher
Andrew Kay – St Kevin’s College - NASA STEM USA 2024

"I believe the memories created on an international school trip can drastically enhance a student's entire learning experience. Being immersed in real-life learning is the most powerful educational experiences one can gain."

Teacher
Grace Lutheran College, China Business Trip, September 2018

"The experience for us was personalised, accessible and our consultant was interested in us. This makes the world of difference when you're travelling with students"

Teacher
Brigidine College Randwick, NASA STEM Trip, September 2018

“This trip has taken the top spot for my career highlights to date!  The experiences and the way in which the students conducted themselves and embraced opportunities, even when they were out of their comfort zone, will stay with me forever.  I don’t know if it gets better than this.”

Teacher
Barr Beacon School, NASA STEM Trip, February 2019

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