Summer’s almost here, and that means graduation season is also upon us. Whether you’ll be travelling this summer or just want to congratulate your students in an international fashion, these phrases will be good to know. 10 ways to say “Congrats, grad!” in other countries: 1. Egypt: مبروك مبروك (“mabrouk”) is the Arabic word for Read More …
If you’ve ever been on a road trip, you’ve almost certainly seen them: signs trying to get you to turn off an obscure exit to see the “world’s largest” of something. For the curious, or the easily amused, it’s always a tempting option. These pit stops are not only fun, but they can even be Read More …
From the illustrious Eiffel Tower, to the majestic palace of Versailles, to the somber battlefields of Normandy, there’s so much to see and explore when you travel to France. In order to truly make the most of your trip, though, it’s best to be prepared. Knowing what to expect in France can help you avoid some Read More …
The annual photo contest is something that Exploricans look forward to every year. As avid travelers, we love seeing other people’s travel photos for inspiration, and we especially love seeing the travel photos of people who we helped to get there. This year, we received more than 400 entries! As you can imagine, it was an Read More …
Joe Wyatt is one of our history program consultants. He goes above and beyond to help history teachers learn more about Explorica Canadian history tours and the best options for their students’ educational needs. He feels a strong connection to the commemorative events happening around Canada and Europe this year because his Great, Great Uncle, Read More …
In order to prepare for their upcoming journey to France to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, students from across Canada research the life and death of a particular soldier in order to better understand and relate to the circumstances faced by so many young men and their families. Researching primary documents Read More …
Vimy 100 is only three days away! We’ve been featuring stories about how our students have prepared for this historic event, and Explorica traveller went above and beyond to get into the spirit of remembrance. Kianna is a 17-year-old student attending Ponoka High School in Alberta. She created a stunning commemorative poster to represent the magnitude of the Read More …
Curious about the history behind the Vimy Memorial? Look no further than Veterans Affairs Canada, who have meticulously curated the answers to the questions so many students raise when learning the intricate details of WWI and Canada’s consequential role. Below is just a small sample of the information readily available on their resource center. The Battle of Vimy Read More …
In order to prepare for their upcoming journey to France to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, students from across Canada research the life and death of a particular soldier in order to better understand and relate to the circumstances faced by so many young men and their families. Researching primary documents Read More …
Vimy 100 is set to be one of the largest commemorative events in Canada’s history. Help your students make the most of the once-in-a-lifetime experience with our suggested pre- and post-tour activities. Learn about the events during March 1917 Trench raids are a common tactic for the Corps, but come with heavy consequences. During one of the Read More …
