Orange Sky Travel

06/18/2026

The moments that don't fit in a textbook!

Every educator knows the feeling. You spend months lesson planning, hoping the information clicks. But a unique magic happens when you finally get the kids out of the classroom.

Suddenly, history isn't just a paragraph on page 42. It’s a massive marble monument they can stand in front of. It’s a quiet student breaking out of their shell, lifelong friendships cemented on the bus, and minds opening up to how big the world truly is.

We love looking through our albums of past groups exploring Washington, D.C. These smiles are exactly why we do what we do.

To all the teachers who put in the extra miles to give their students these unforgettable experiences, thank you! You are creating memories that last a lifetime.

Teachers, what is your favorite "lightbulb moment" a student has had on a field trip? Let us know below!

06/12/2026

Ten years. A whole decade of serving others, growth, and community.
We recently celebrated our "Decade of Light" anniversary, and while these photos don’t quite do the magic of the night justice (turns out we were too busy celebrating to be photographers!), they capture the real essence of what got us here: incredible people, a lot of laughter, and a community built on shared moments.
To our staff, our handlers, and every school, educator, and student who has been part of our journey over the last 10 years, thank you for letting us share our passion with you.

06/10/2026

Handler Log: Week 23

One final destination to close out an incredible spring season: New York City.

The students hit the streets of Manhattan to take in the history, the culture, and the fast pace of the city. But the ultimate highlight of the trip was not on any itinerary. While riding the subway, the group experienced a completely spontaneous encounter with the Governor of New York.

Real-world experiences and unforgettable memories are what student travel is all about. What a perfect way to end the school year. Thank you for following the orange this season.

06/05/2026

10 days left to submit an entry for FieldTrip250

10 DAYS LEFT TO ENTER: What does the future look like for your students?

Look at that focus! Student travel is all about expanding horizons, sparking curiosity, and giving kids a completely new perspective on the world around them.

We are officially down to the final 10 days of the FieldTrip250 contest! If you want your classroom to make up close discoveries during America's 250th anniversary year, the time to move is right now.

Orange Sky Travel has a $25,000 Grand Prize Travel Credit (plus 25 separate $1,000 scholarships) waiting to help your school get on the bus next academic year.

Don't let this opportunity slip out of focus as the school year wraps up!

Take 5 minutes to submit a written statement or a quick video this weekend at FieldTrip250.com

06/04/2026

11 days left! Contest submissions are due June 15th!

THE CLOCK IS TICKING: 11 DAYS LEFT!
Educators, this is your official sign to hit submit! We are just 11 days away from closing applications for the FieldTrip250 contest on June 15th.
Imagine leading your class on a historic journey to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, completely on us.
What’s on the line:
One $25,000 Travel Credit to launch an unforgettable trip.
25 Individual $1,000 Scholarships to bring your trip costs down for students.
Don't look back in August and wish you'd taken 5 minutes to apply today. Get your 60-second video or short written statement in before the school year wraps up!
Lock in your entry now at FieldTrip250.com

05/30/2026

The Orange Sky team spent Thursday exploring Hendersonville, scouting out the absolute best spots for future field trips! From hiking Triple Falls and a line dancing class at , to lunch at Cafe on the Veranda, hanging with llamas , and catching the views at Chimney Rock—we gave this itinerary a full test drive.

We’re so excited about the possibilities for these locations. Stay tuned for what’s coming next!

05/29/2026

We’ve always believed that the best stories are the ones you show, not just tell. This view is the first sentence of a brand-new chapter we’ve been quietly writing behind the scenes. Space to create, space to dream. Stay tuned to find out what we're bringing to life.
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05/27/2026

Handler Log: Week 21

As May comes to a close, the peak of our spring travel season is nearing the finish line. With only one final trip left on the horizon for June, last week marked our last major high-volume push of the season—and our Handlers finished strong.

We deployed 17 buses across 7 unique trips last week to wrap up an incredible spring run:

Dahlonega & Helen: 7 buses for a massive mountain excursion.

Washington, D.C.: 3 buses managing multi-day history itineraries.

Savannah & Charleston: 3 buses handling coastal heritage tours.

Atlanta: 2 buses supporting senior class travel.

Pigeon Forge: 2 buses on the ground in the Smokies.

Our mission all season has been to handle the heavy lifting of logistics so educators could focus on their travelers. Thank you to every educator and leader who trusted us with their students this spring!

05/19/2026

Handler Log: Week 20

Total Trips: 16
Total Buses Deployed: 20

Locations and Volume:
Charlotte: 4 buses
Chattanooga: 3 buses
Charleston: 2 buses
Atlanta: 2 buses
Washington, D.C.: 2 buses
Asheville: 1 bus
Helen: 1 bus
Columbia: 1 bus
Dahlonega: 1 bus
Pigeon Forge: 1 bus
Charleston/Savannah: 1 bus

Orange Sky Travel is proud to handle the details and logistics of student travel. We are grateful to the educators and administrators who trusted our team with their groups last week.

05/11/2026

Handler Log: Week 19

Total Trips: 10
Total Buses: 20

Destinations:
Pigeon Forge: 4 buses
Washington, D.C.: 4 buses
Beaufort: 3 buses
Williamsburg: 2 buses
Orlando: 2 buses
Charlotte: 2 buses
Atlanta/Helen: 2 buses
Old Salem: 1 bus

Orange Sky Travel remains dedicated to removing the stress of travel logistics. We are proud to have served 10 unique groups last week and are ready to keep the wheels turning for Week 20.