A little preparation can go a long way to help make sure international travel goes smoothly. One thing you can do is make sure you have the right resources in the palm of your hand while you’re abroad. Whether you’re a seasoned traveller or are heading abroad for the first time, downloading a few apps Read More …
From the ruins of Rome, to the cobblestoned streets of Siena, to the masterpieces of Renaissance art in Florence, there’s so much to see and explore when you travel to Italy. In order to truly make the most of your trip, though, it’s best to be prepared. Knowing what to expect in Italy can help Read More …
You see them all over the world: Sculptures of lions, or lions otherwise depicted in art, are everywhere (In fact, there are more statues of lions in the world than actual lions). With their grace, strength, and beauty, it’s no wonder they’ve achieved a symbolic status in the western world. The meaning of the lion Read More …
Molly McGee is a marketing manager in Explorica’s Boston headquarters. She attended a Program Leader Training trip in Costa Rica this past January. Read her story: Like many Explorica staff, I have always considered myself well travelled. But, despite having a few international trips under my belt I had never travelled to Central America. So, Read More …
If you’re planning on travelling to historic England, you’re in for a real treat: There’s so much to learn and see in this exciting country. In order to truly make the most of your trip, though, it’s best to be prepared. Knowing what to expect in England can help you avoid some of the little Read More …
In this guest post, International Program Consultant Catie Martin gives time-honored advice for planning and implementing a successful parent meeting. We can’t say enough how important a parent meeting is for the success of your trip. After all, it’s not enough to get your students on board — their parents need to be on board Read More …
Accelerate your students’ French with an unforgettable educational tour to the City of Light! This 8-day tour is an incredible opportunity for your students to walk through the city’s biggest sites, all while they become more fluent and confident in French. As part of our language immersion collection, this tour features a daily three-hour language Read More …
Judith Finn is a graphic designer in Explorica’s Boston headquarters and has been working at Explorica since June 2017. She visited Munich this past February, and took in some sights on our Germany itineraries! Read her story: One of my first memories of being in Germany is sitting on my grandparent’s Kachelofen (German tile Read More …
If you’re planning on travelling to beautiful Costa Rica, you’re in for a real treat: The climate is tropical, the people are friendly to tourists, and it makes for an excellent getaway. In order to truly make the most of your trip, though, it’s best to be prepared. Knowing what to expect in Costa Rica Read More …
In this guest post, International Program Consultant Catie Martin gives time-honored advice for preventing and handling jet lag while on tour. Anyone who knows me understands that I love two things: sleep & travel. However, they don’t really go together, do they? When I travel, I normally go to visit friends and stay with them. Read More …
