What do homemade jam, wooden snowmen and a pet portrait competition have in common? They’re just some of the creative ideas helping Theo raise over £2,000 towards his Malaysia expedition.
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At Outlook Expeditions, the real adventure begins long before departure. Our Programme weaves together tailored UK leadership workshops, immersive overseas challenges and ongoing support to shape confident, resilient and globally-minded students.
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What makes an expedition unforgettable? Planners who live it. This blog follows Product Manager Beth as she joins a team in Morocco to see how every detail plays out—bringing back insights to make future expeditions smoother and more impactful.
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Meet Sid Davies, once a 17-year-old student heading off on an Outlook expedition to the Indian Himalayas, now a proud Assistant Expedition Leader helping other young people have their own life changing experience.
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Ten years ago, Liv embarked on a life-changing journey with Outlook. Her 24-day adventure through Nicaragua and Honduras shaped her worldview and inspired a career. We sat down with Liv to reflect on her experience, and how it continues to impact her life
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Read how Michael, a homesick student, found his passion for photography on a 28-day Outlook expedition. Initially struggling, he became the Team Photographer, boosting his confidence. Michael’s journey led him to his career today as a BBC cameraman.
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Outlook Expeditions prepares students for a globalised world through immersive experiences. Our expeditions boost cultural awareness, teamwork, resilience, and career readiness, fostering personal growth.
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When planning an expedition, choosing the right provider can make all the difference. An excellent provider ensures not only the safety and well-being of your students but also delivers an enriching and memorable experience that goes beyond the ordinary.
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A self-funding success story from our 2022 Pay Your Way Awards
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A self-funding success story from our 2022 Pay Your Way Awards
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A self-funding success story from our 2022 Pay Your Way Awards
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A self-funding success story from our 2022 Pay Your Way Awards
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A self-funding success story from our 2022 Pay Your Way Awards
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A self-funding success story from our 2022 Pay Your Way Awards
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A self-funding success story from our 2022 Pay Your Way Awards
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A self-funding success story from our 2022 Pay Your Way Awards
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A self-funding success story from our 2022 Pay Your Way Awards
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A self-funding success story from our 2022 Pay Your Way Awards
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February half-term saw the return of our overseas adventures! And what better way to shake off the cobwebs of the pandemic and welcome in an exciting new year of travel, than plunging to -27 degrees and spending a week in the Finnish wilderness?
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Outlook Expeditions' Managing Director, Simon Adams, recently sat down with Walsall Academy's, Jon Clarke, to discuss the problems with restricting opportunities for young people during a cost-of-living crisis.
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The cold winter months may make your summer expedition feel like a lifetime away, but it will be here before you know it and we want to support you in making the most of this time of year with some seasonal self-funding ideas!
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One of the best ways to travel more sustainably, is by packing responsibly. In following these top tips, you’ll be able to pack smarter and become a more responsible traveller – before you’ve even left the country!
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At the end of 2021 we declared a climate emergency. A year has passed since we took that first step and now we’re reflecting on how far we’ve come, and planning for the road ahead
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Are expeditions expensive? Are you the right type of person to travel? We debunk five of the most common expedition myths.
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In 2022, we wanted to celebrate our most entrepreneurial, resourceful and talented participants with the launch of our Pay Your Way Awards. We were thrilled to announce Alfie Howell as our winner with his incredible rags to riches story!
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From understanding finances to supporting a global community, there has never been more of a need to prioritise personal development in our young people - something which can be achieved through Outlook's unique programme offering
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We are thrilled to announce our latest partnership with award-winning advocacy and action-oriented child protection movement, ChildSafe.
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Carbon Offsetting is a term we hear banded about a lot – from airlines and oil companies to fashion retailers and food manufacturers – but what does it mean, and does it really work?
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Do you need convincing as to why stepping out of your comfort zone for an unforgettable expedition experience is a good idea? Here’s our top reasons why travelling in your teens is a great thing you can do now, that your future self will thank you for!
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Are you ready for a new challenge? We've drawn on the experience and conversations we’ve had with our teachers over the last 20 years, to share with you the top reasons for becoming an Outlook Link Teacher.
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Following her previous article telling the greenwashing warning signs to look out for, Programme and Sustainability Manger, Francesca Gallone, welcomes the news of new legislation that could make greenwashing a thing of the past
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We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with sustainability consultancy, Positive Planet. We'll be working with them over the coming weeks to measure our current impact in order to set and achieve authentic carbon reduction goals
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Not all expeditions are created equally, and with so many companies vying for schools' attention, it can be hard to know where to turn. To help block out the noise, we’ve put together our top things to consider when choosing a school expedition provider
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Programme and Sustainability Manager, Francesca Gallone, looks back at the events of the last couple of weeks and asks if the outcomes of COP26 are enough, and what the travel industry can do to support in the fight against climate change
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According to latest research, tourism CO2 emissions grew at least 60% from 2005 to 2016, and without accelerated decarbonisation, sector CO2 emissions could rise by at least 25% by 2030, compared to 2016. Here at Outlook we're taking action.
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In recent years, the term voluntourism has become somewhat of a dirty word. Here at Outlook, we've been investigating the reasons why, and asking if there's a better way that ensures authenticity, sustainability and meaningfulness for all.
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At no other time in our history has a global generation of young people been hit by a crisis of this magnitude. But while catching up on academic learning must be prioritised, it's vital personal development continues to share the spotlight.
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With a greater awareness of sustainability issues amongst consumers, businesses are doing all they can to demonstrate their ethical and environmental credentials to convince us to part with our cash, but how do you know who's genuine?
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Our new brand and website are now live! A little later than originally planned but we're ready and taking a positive leap forward into 2021 & beyond. Find out more here...
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Lucy from Stockport Grammar School created a real buzz with her self-funding!
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Hope Lewis tells of her self-funding in an ethical and sustainable way
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In 2015, world leaders agreed to 17 goals aiming to end poverty, fight inequality and stop climate change by 2030. It's now up to all of us to work together. Here, Outlook MD, Simon Adams, talks about what we, and our participants, are doing to help.
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Outlook is proud to announce an exclusive partnership with world renowned leadership programme 'Leader in Me' to offer schools and students the opportunity to gain even more from the expedition experience. Read on to find out more.
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Programme Manager and resident writer, Francesca Gallone, considers how action today could save animals and give planet earth a brighter tomorrow.
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Programme Manager and resident writer, Francesca Gallone, shares her thoughts on the controversial animal tourism industry and what can be done to make a real difference.
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Expeditions are hard work and don’t always go to plan – but that’s the point! It’s when teams are faced with a curve ball or two that the real learning begins. Read our blog to find out how facing challenge on expedition accelerates growth and learning.
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On 7th Feb 2019, Education Secretary Damian Hinds outlined a proposal to revive the 'character education' agenda. This is a subject that isn't just close to our hearts, it's ingrained in our DNA. Read on to find out more...
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Programme Manager and resident writer, Francesca Gallone, considers the good, the bad and the ugly sides of the palm oil industry
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