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December 15, 2018
Take the Classroom on the Road: The Benefits of a Traveling Education
So much of a student’s education takes place in a classroom, reading textbooks, or in front of a computer, but there are so many more ways to learn. Traveling gives students a powerful avenue for experiencing the world and applying their lessons to real-life scenarios. If your family is able to travel and if your student is enrolled in an online charter school or something similar that would allow them to learn from anywhere, traveling can be an eff...
December 12, 2018
How to Become a Travel Photographer
The world of travel has become increasingly competitive with a number of talented creatives all waiting for the opportunity to shine in safari photography. Nevertheless, there is so much room for skilled and professional photographers as the demand for quality content is still high. This is especially buoyed by social media and online publishing which have soaked up the demand for compelling visual content. Outlined below are steps to help you jumps...
December 11, 2018
The Importance of Travel for Young, Developing Minds
Travel is invaluable for young minds which are still in the developmental stages of life. For example, children who travel are exposed to various cultures and ways of life, thus, broadening their mental horizons as well as their tolerance and acceptance of people coming from many different walks of life. A child who has experienced other lifestyles tends to be more open to different lifestyles, cultures, and worldviews.
Now, children raised in cha...
#StudyAbroadBecause It's A Great Possibility
My name is Lea, and I was a foreign exchange student in high school at the age of 16. I was born in Central Europe, where I have spent the majority of my life. I have a blog, where I talk about many things, but also about student life and my exchange year. In case you would like to know more about my experience, besides this interview, you can find some of my posts on this topic on StudyHealthy.org
What motivated your decision to go abroad? How/why d...
#StudyAbroadBecause It's A Great Possibilty
My name is Lea, and I was a foreign exchange student in high school at the age of 16. I was born in Central Europe, where I have spent the majority of my life. I have a blog, where I talk about many things, but also about student life and my exchange year. In case you would like to know more about my experience, besides this interview, you can find some of my posts on this topic on StudyHealthy.org
What motivated your decision to go abroad? How/why d...
History Comes Alive in Banff National Park
Year round visitors come from around the world to enjoy the natural beauty of the Canadian Rockies at Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During an average stay, it’s possible to explore only a small percentage of the expansive wilderness and the region’s diverse flora and fauna. Most first time visitors will create a “to do” list from online sites that rank the Top 10 best activities. To plan a well-rounded vacation, it’s advisable...
December 7, 2018
#VolunteerAbroadBecause You Can Learn From Locals
Note: This interview is part of a series from Learning Service.
Emily is a Registered Nurse with extensive experience volunteering abroad. She believes that travel can change the world for the better—if we do it right—and she's passionate about helping people find ways to give back to the communities they visit.
Emily blogs about ethical and sustainable travel at Two Dusty Travelers. She lives in Seattle with her husband and their rescue pup, and vo...
December 4, 2018
What is an ESA? All You Need To Know
For people suffering from mental or emotional disabilities or illness, an emotional support animal (ESA) can provide support, comfort and unconditional love. Approximately 25% of Americans suffer from some form of mental or emotional malady. Many studies have shown that the companionship of a dog or cat can be of great therapeutic benefit.
An ESA, or emotional support animal, is a pet declared to be of therapeutic benefit to an indi...
Lost Railways from Around the World: Listowel & Ballybunion Railway
In a country blessed with more than its fair share of idiosyncratic railways, Ireland’s Listowel & Ballybunion Railway (LBR) in County Kerry won the laurels. The best-known of 19th-century monorails has spawned many stories mocking its impracticality, but it was one of the most visited and photographed of Irish rai...
Things I Never Knew About Volunteering Abroad
I stumbled onto volunteering abroad by accident when a friend recommended it to me. I had never considered it beforehand. So I entered the world of volunteering with very little information and learnt that there’s only so much research you can do.
I have never felt my voice being heard more than on a volunteer project. Project coordinators were actually excited to liste...
