If parents and teachers are both eager for their charges to do well at school this year, particularly in their geography lessons and exams when the time comes, then heading off to Italy and the Bay of Naples could be a very good idea.
There is so much to see here in terms of history that planning the trip before leaving would be advisable, particularly if travelling with a large group of youngsters, as there will not be time to take in all the archaeological sites of interest during the break.
The most important places should be included and making a point of stopping at Pompeii - the city destroyed in 79 AD when Mount Vesuvius erupted - is an absolute must for kids eager to learn.
Pompeii itself was completely buried in pumice and ash when the volcano erupted, preserving the city so well that visiting it now is almost like travelling back in history.
Those in charge should set aside plenty of time to explore the ruins, as many days can be spent investigating the area.
Of course, it is just as important to take a trip up to the cause of all the trouble itself - Mount Vesuvius. Standing on top of this well-preserved ancient crater - a characteristic polygenic mixed volcano, made up of various types of lava - will provide amazing views of the entire gulf of Naples, stretching from the Sorrento peninsula to Cape Miseno, Procida and Ischia.
There are other volcanoes in the area that should perhaps be included on travel itineraries, such as Solfatara, a shallow crater with sulphur smoke and mud pools - an ideal place to visit if you are keen for students to cement their knowledge in time for their all-important exams.
A variety of myths surround this particular site and many believe that it is the home of Vulcan, god of fire. The water, mud and steam that can be found here were also once used for medicinal purposes.
If pupils are particularly impressed with their trip to Pompeii, they may also find Herculaneum of interest. This city - destroyed by Mount Vesuvius as well - is not as well-known than Pompeii but just as intriguing, boasting some of its own well-preserved ruins.
In fact, the library at the Villa of Papyri is the only library of its time to have survived to this day, thanks to the way the debris and ash hit the township.
Heading to the National Library in Naples could be a good idea too, as the gallery is home to scrolls that were found in this old library, although most were damaged in the disaster.
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