By: Kurt Wicklund 18/02/2020 I love to travel, so part of the reason I love my job at WorldStrides Explorica so much is that I get to help others see the world. I also get to travel with them on occasion! Recently, I had the chance to visit Costa Rica, which was the 22nd country I’ve Read More …
It’s that time of year again! Our first travellers of 2019 are getting ready to set sail, and so is our photo contest. Send us your best tour photos for a chance to win an Apple Watch valued at $500 AND to be featured on our Instagram account! To enter, take high-resolution, colour photos while Read More …
Caroline Zuffante is a senior at Winthrop High School in Winthrop, Massachusetts. She traveled to England, Ireland, and Scotland in April of 2018. Here is how her trip to the UK introduced her to a whole new world. When I thought of “traveling” a year ago, I thought about taking a quick two-hour plane Read More …
Lisbon is the perfect destination for explorers—after all, it’s been a launchpad and a haven for world travelers for centuries, giving it a unique historical significance. Plus, you can’t beat the beautiful views of the medieval landscape. While much of the city was destroyed in an earthquake in 1755, the buildings that survived have been Read More …
Australia is a very popular country for travel bucket lists, and for good reason: It boasts 19 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 16 of which are natural. If you’re a nature buff, and you’re up for an adventure, it’s the perfect destination for you! There’s almost too much to see and do, so we’ve narrowed it Read More …
What are the Big Five? Originally, it was a term used by hunters to describe the most dangerous game to track and kill. Today, safari companies have borrowed the term to attract tourists, who travel far and wide to get the chance to spot some of Africa’s biggest animals. Two of the most popular locations Read More …
Wherever you travel, safety is key, and that includes protecting your stuff. If you’re traveling with a group, carrying luggage, holding a guidebook, and/or speaking a different language, it can point you out as a tourist. And depending on where you are, this could make you a target for pickpockets. You don’t want to always Read More …
Camila Miranda-Llovera is a Senior at Winthrop High School. She’s an active member on the cross country and indoor/outdoor track teams, Mock Trial, National Honors Society, STEM club, Student Council, and Quiz Bowl, and has the goal of one day becoming an engineer. Here, she writes about what made her decide to go on an educational Read More …
From the bustling cities, to the incredible natural wonders, there’s so much to see and explore when you travel to South Africa. In order to truly make the most of your trip, though, it’s best to be prepared. Knowing what to expect in South Africa can help you avoid some of the little stresses that Read More …
Jared LaVigueur is a senior from Winthrop High School. This past April, he and twenty of his classmates traveled to England, Ireland, and Scotland with Explorica. While the trip overall was very enjoyable for the group, many of the students say that their experience at Windsor Castle was the most memorable. When I first Read More …
