The Dragon Experience
Learn, Explore & Grow
The Path to Language, Growth and Discovery
The Dragon Experience is more than just an English course – it’s a journey of learning, adventure and cultural discovery. Designed for young learners, our programme combines language immersion, personal development and real-world experiences in a safe and structured environment.
With on-site classrooms, guided excursions and an official exam centre, students don’t just study English – they live it.
Pre-Arrival: Preparing for an Unforgettable Journey
Choose the course that fits your group
Exam Preparation & Certification
For students looking to boost their English skills and gain a qualification, we offer structured exam preparation:
✔ Cambridge Exam Preparation – Starters, Movers, Flyers, PET, and KET.
✔ IELTS Preparation – Students can prepare for and sit the IELTS exam at The Palm, choosing either paper-based or computer-based formats.
✔ Trinity College London Exams – As an official Trinity exam centre, The Palm offers GESE and Communication Skills exams.
The Digital Welcome Pack – Your Guide Before Departure
Before students even step foot in Thailand, they receive access to our Dragon Study Tours App, a one-stop digital guide for their study adventure.
✔ Personalised daily schedules – Lessons, excursions, and activities, all in one place.
✔ Excursion insights & key vocabulary – Helping students prepare for cultural experiences.
✔ Emergency contact details – Quick access to DST staff, group leaders, and local emergency services.
During Your Stay: Learning, Friendship & Discovery
The Dragon Welcome Pack – A Warm Start to Your Adventure
When students arrive, they receive a physical welcome pack, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience:
- Dragon Study Tours polo shirt – Creating a sense of community and belonging.
- Reusable water bottle – Promoting sustainability and hydration in the Thai climate.
- Emergency contact card – Providing reassurance for both students and parents.
The Dragon Mobile App – Your Companion Throughout the Course
The Dragon Study Tours App continues to support students and leaders throughout their stay, keeping everything organised and accessible:
- Daily updates & reminders – No confusion about schedules or activities.
- Instant feedback – Students and leaders can rate lessons, excursions, and meals in real time.
- Emergency support – Immediate access to DST staff if needed.
Safety & Student Well-Being
Student safety is our top priority, and our dedicated team and digital tools ensure full support:
- Emergency contact button – Direct connection to DST staff.
- Live location tracking – Keeping students safe during excursions.
- Daily well-being check-ins – Monitoring student happiness and engagement.
Visit a Local Thai School: Connect & Communicate
A highlight of the programme is a visit to a local bilingual school, where students take part in cultural exchange activities:
- English conversation sessions – Practise speaking with local Thai students in a real-world setting.
- Collaborative projects – Work together on creative and academic tasks.
- Cultural immersion – Experience Thai education and traditions firsthand.
Post-Course: Taking the Experience Home
Continuous Quality & Student Feedback
We listen to students and leaders to ensure our programme is always evolving to meet their needs:
- Daily feedback system – Used for immediate improvements.
- Regular check-ins – Ensuring student satisfaction throughout the course.
- Commitment to quality – A programme that adapts based on student input.
Ongoing English Development & Certification
The impact of The Dragon Experience lasts far beyond the course. Students leave with:
- Improved English fluency and confidence – Gained through immersion and interactive learning.
- Internationally recognised exam certificates – Boosting future education and career prospects.
- Enhanced communication skills – Preparing students for future academic and professional success.
Join The Dragon Experience – Where Learning Becomes an Adventure!
A Typical Day at Dragon Study Tours
Each weekday at DST follows a structured and immersive schedule that ensures students develop their English skills while fully experiencing Thailand’s culture, people, and traditions. The Dragon Experience blends focused learning, engaging excursions, and structured downtime, creating a safe, enjoyable, and productive environment for every student.
Morning: Structured Learning & Skill Development
06:00 – 07:00 | Wake-Up & Get Ready
Students wake up in their comfortable, shared rooms at The Palm. A structured wake-up ensures they have time to freshen up and prepare for the day. Wi-Fi is switched on at 07:00, allowing students to check messages before breakfast.
07:00 – 08:00 | Breakfast at Sawadee Café
Students begin their day in a structured environment, joining a morning briefing led by group leaders and the Dragon Centre manager. This briefing clearly outlines the day’s itinerary and activities, ensuring everyone understands expectations and feels prepared and organised.
08:00 – 08:20 | Registration, Classroom Preparation & Mobile Phone Collection
✔ Student Registration & Attendance Check:
Students arrive promptly in the classroom area for registration. Accurate timekeeping is essential and demonstrates respect towards the instructor and classmates.
✔ Mobile Phone Collection:
Students securely store their mobile phones in the provided lockbox. This policy guarantees an uninterrupted, focused learning environment during lessons.
✔ Classroom Preparation & Teacher Check-In:
Instructors greet students, ensuring they’re prepared and comfortable for the lessons ahead. This is an ideal opportunity for students to ask questions, raise any issues, or discuss individual needs with the teacher before classes begin.
08:20 – 11:50 | Morning English Lessons
Lessons are engaging, interactive, and carefully structured to develop all key English skills. Students follow the specific course programme selected by their closed group, and this consistent lesson format remains unchanged throughout their stay. Regular hydration and fruit breaks are built into each session, keeping students refreshed, energised, and fully engaged in their learning.
Morning Lesson Schedule:
08:30 – 09:10 | Listening & Reading Practice
✔ Developing comprehension skills using authentic English materials.
✔ Exposure to real-world English from conversations, articles, and media.
09:10 – 09:20 | Water Break
✔ 10-minute hydration break. Bottled water provided.
09:20 – 10:00 | Writing Practice
✔ Structured writing tasks focused on exam preparation, creative expression, and real-world writing.
✔ Students practise email writing, essays, creative storytelling, or business communication.
10:00 – 10:10 | Water Break
✔ Second 10-minute hydration break. Bottled water provided.
10:10 – 10:50 | Speaking & Grammar / Communication Skills
✔ Role-plays, discussions, and debates to build confidence in speaking.
✔ Grammar and pronunciation exercises integrated into communicative activities.
10:50 – 11:10 | Fruit Break & Recharge
✔ 20-minute break featuring fresh seasonal fruit and light snacks.
✔ Students socialise, relax, and recharge before the final lesson.
11:10 – 11:50 | Collaborative Project Work
✔ Students work in small teams on creative tasks, such as:
- Presentations on Thai culture.
- Research projects on global themes.
- Group storytelling or video projects.
✔ These projects reinforce teamwork and confidence while using English in real-life contexts.
11:50 | Mobile Phone Return
Students collect their phones from the lockbox and have 15 minutes to check messages before heading to lunch.
Afternoon: Excursions & Cultural Discovery
11.50 – 12:30 | Lunch at The Sawadee Café
For regular lunches, students enjoy freshly prepared, authentic Thai dishes served at The Sawadee Café. Below are examples of meals provided:
✔ Khao Pad (Thai fried rice)
✔ Pad Pak Ruam (mixed vegetable stir-fry)
✔ Gaeng Jued (clear soup)
On excursion days requiring an earlier departure, convenient packed lunches are provided. Examples include:
✔ Khao Man Gai (chicken rice)
✔ Sticky rice with grilled chicken and papaya salad
✔ Pad Thai (prawns or tofu)
All meals include fresh fruit.
12:30 – 19:00 | Afternoon Excursions
Each afternoon, students depart by comfortable, air-conditioned coach for exciting excursions around Hua Hin. Activities include cultural visits, historical exploration, and immersive local experiences.
All excursions are fully guided by qualified Dragon staff, ensuring a high staff-to-student ratio for maximum safety and support. Students gain authentic, practical English practice and deepen their cultural understanding through structured interactions and engaging experiences outside the classroom. Each trip is carefully planned to enhance teamwork, communication, and confidence, ensuring students get the most from their stay.
Evening: Dinner Out & Relaxation
19:00 – 20:00 | Dinner at a Local Restaurant
Dinner is a highlight of the Dragon Experience, as students dine out at a carefully selected local restaurant each evening.
✔ On the way home from the activity, the coach will stop at a local restaurant.
✔ Students order from a set menu featuring authentic Thai dishes, offering them the chance to sample local cuisine.
✔ Staff are on hand to assist students throughout the meal.
✔ Meals are freshly prepared, cater to dietary needs, and are included in the package price.
✔ This experience encourages social interaction and cultural appreciation.
Evening Activities at The Palm (8:00–9:30 pm)
After returning at 8:00 pm, students can relax in their rooms and choose from the following activities:
- Group Vlog on the Dragon App:
Students record a daily group vlog on the Dragon App, reflecting on the day’s highlights, practising conversational English, and capturing memories. Vlogs are securely stored and shared privately after the programme concludes. - Personal Time:
Students can relax, read, journal, shower, or prepare for the next day’s activities. - Contact Parents:
Students can use this time to speak with their families before bedtime.
At 9:30 pm, WiFi is turned off to encourage quiet time, rest, and ensure students are refreshed for the next day’s activities. WiFi is switched back on at 6:30 am.
Full-Day Weekend Activities
Every Saturday and Sunday, students enjoy exciting full-day trips exploring some of Hua Hin’s most fascinating nearby attractions. These carefully selected excursions offer a perfect mix of adventure, Thai culture, history, and natural beauty, all within easy reach of Hua Hin.
A typical day starts around 09:00, beginning with an adventure at Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park, known for breathtaking mountains, serene beaches, and the iconic Phraya Nakhon Cave. Students enjoy guided nature walks followed by a relaxing packed-lunch picnic break.
After lunch, the adventure continues with visits to either Pranburi Mangrove Forest, famous for its lush greenery and vibrant wildlife, or Kui Buri National Park, renowned for wild elephant sightings. Another favourite is exploring the historic caves and temples at Khao Luang Cave near Phetchaburi.
The day concludes around 20:00, with a delicious meal out at a local Thai restaurant, giving students a chance to relax and share their favourite experiences before heading back to The Palm.
Groups looking for extended exploration can also plan day trips or overnight stays in Thailand’s vibrant capital—Bangkok. For more information, visit our Explore Bangkok page.
Your Hua Hin Adventure Starts Here
Our carefully designed two-week itinerary provides a perfect balance of interactive English lessons, cultural discoveries, and outdoor adventures in Hua Hin, Thailand. The programme runs year-round, ensuring your closed group experiences the very best of Hua Hin at any time.
You can join us for programmes ranging from 6 nights to 6 weeks. We’ll create an itinerary tailored specifically to your group’s preferences and duration. For ideas, check out our 50 Things to Do in Hua Hin guide for inspiration.
The image below shows an example of a two-week programme, highlighting daily activities and excursions.
What Makes Our Programme Stand Out
- Balanced Daily Schedule – Structured lessons, cultural excursions, and personal downtime are thoughtfully balanced for maximum enjoyment and learning.
- Focused Learning Environment – Clear guidelines, including our mobile phone lock-away policy during lessons, help students concentrate and maximise their language progress.
- Authentic Thai Experience – All meals, excursions, and cultural workshops are carefully chosen to immerse students deeply in Thai culture.
- Fun and Engaging – Daily excursions and interactive cultural activities encourage students to practise English naturally and enthusiastically.
- Safe and Supportive – Our experienced staff provide 24-hour supervision, creating a secure and welcoming environment for students throughout their stay.
- Healthy Sleep Habits – We actively limit screen time by switching WiFi off between 9:30 pm and 6:30 am, ensuring students are well-rested, energised, and ready for an action-packed day.
Book your closed-group programme with Dragon Study Tours today for an outstanding language and cultural experience in Hua Hin.
