Meet Gary, a Canadian history and social studies teacher for grades 9-12. He has 24 years of teaching experience, has led four tours with Explorica and is bringing his students to Vimy 100, a commemorative event hosted by the Canadian government marking the 100thanniversary of the First World War and the Battle of Vimy Ridge Read More …
It’s finally starting to look like winter so we decided to have some fun in the Explorica office and look up winter weather folklore to see if we can predict the winter ahead. We’re going to rely on our local weather forecasters to tell us when to expect cold and snow, but for fun, here Read More …
We stay in close contact with our group leaders and tour directors throughout the entire trip-planning process; from the first phone call to returning home, we are there every step of the way. Here are a few of the frequently asked questions that we get during the planning process regarding spending money on tour: How Read More …
Give your aspiring musicians the opportunity to perform in prestigious international venues! Through our partnership with WorldStrides OnStage, Explorica is proud to provide performance tours with exclusive access to breathtaking stages and intimate local settings throughout Europe. These once-in-a-lifetime trips introduce students to new cultures while greatly enhancing their personal portfolios and university applications. Italy Read More …
The Ivy League Model UN Conference (ILMUNC) is known as a unique educational experience because of its unparalleled focus on international affairs and networking. As a WorldStrides organization, we are thrilled to now offer this exciting opportunity to our Canadian travellers. Over 3,000 motivated students will converge on downtown Philadelphia to participate in ILMUNC, one of Read More …
Explorica’s Financial Assistance Program: Our commitment to affordability At Explorica, we believe all students should have the opportunity to experience the world. In addition to offering the guaranteed best prices, fundraising support and student travel grants, we are proud to add another option to make our educational tours accessible to more students. As a WorldStrides Read More …
Dear traveller, Last fall we launched a bold initiative to make travel more accessible, and I’m proud to report that we’re off to an incredible start. Students have enthusiastically embraced our personal fundraising pages, receiving tens of thousands of dollars in contributions thus far. This year, we are continuing our efforts by expanding Explorica student Read More …
Staying home for the holidays? You can still take your taste buds around the world with these delicious international recipes from our staff. Starter: Stuffed Calamari Italy | Shared by Regina Ciccarelli, Senior International Business Development Executive INGREDIENTS 6 medium squid 1/4 cup Italian-style fine bread crumbs 2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves 2 teaspoons fresh Read More …
How many holiday sweaters do you really need (or want) living in the back of your closet? This year, let your family and friends know that they can make a donation towards your upcoming tour instead! But before you ask them to help send you on an educational travel experience you’ll never forget, review these tips: Read More …
2019 marks the 75th anniversary of one of the most infamous conflicts in our history. The bravery that so many young Canadians exhibited during that fateful summer still touches our lives, and Explorica will be commemorating their sacrifice throughout the 2019 school year with a collection of tours specifically focused on D-Day. On June 6, 1944, a massive Allied force crossed the English Channel Read More …
