Jessie Voigts's Blog, page 129
June 16, 2018
Travel Blogging for Teachers and Educators
Sometimes two things don’t look as if they go together. On the surface, teaching and travelling don’t seem to be the closest of companions. To teach traditionally, you need to stay with students long enough for them to learn from you. To travel, you need to move from place to place. Not very compatible, right? But fresh ideas, inspirations, and genius come from putting together disparate ideas to make something new.
So if your passions are education...
June 15, 2018
“Josh Recommends” for the Week of June 15, 2018 By Josh Garrick
“Josh Recommends” for the Week of June 15, 2018 By Josh Garrick
Central Florida Community Arts Presents Symphonic Cinema: The Sequel
June 15 & 16 at 8 pm
Performed by Over 150 Members of the CFCArts Symphony Orchestra, CFCArts presents Symphonic Cinema: The Sequel, performed by the Orchestra with a special appearance by 60 voices from the CFCArts Choir. The concert includes music from classic modern films to timeless memories from the silver...
June 12, 2018
Spanish Art Exhibit Reflects Artistic Impact on San Antonio
The city of San Antonio is celebrating 300 years since its founding by Spanish friars and Spanish settlers with historic events all year. That’s why the “Summer in Spain” initiative focuses specifically on the city’s artistic Spanish heritage.
With that in mind, the San Antonio Museum of Art is hosting a blockbuster exhibit titled Spain: 500 Years of Spanish Painting from the Museums of Madrid. The exhibition is made up of more than 40 artworks, some...
June 11, 2018
What to Wear When Studying Abroad
Something most people don’t consider when making their packing list is what exactly they are going to pack. If you need help with a packing list, check out one I put together. While you plan to pack 10 shirts, do you have an idea of what you plan to actually pack?
When it comes to clothing, you’ll want to keep it more generic with small logos (if at all). This will help you stand out less. One positive is the number of companies who are internat...
June 10, 2018
One Teacher's Summer Plan: Solo Travelling to Tel Aviv
When you’re a teacher, you spend the whole school year in the four corners of your classroom with your students. However, when it’s summer, you get the chance to temporarily leave that classroom and explore a new place.
Travelling solo has been on the rise and is becoming a trend. According to Professor Constanza Bianchi of QUT Business School, many people opt to travel alone even when they have friends and family they can invite to go with them. D...
June 8, 2018
“Josh Recommends” for the Week of June 9, 2018 By Josh Garrick
“Josh Recommends” for the Week of June 9, 2018 By Josh Garrick
FINAL PERFORMANCES - ‘RENT’: 20th Anniversary Tour at Dr. Phillips Center
June 9 & 10
In 1996 a rock musical by a little-known composer opened on Broadway and went on to win a Pulitzer Prize and several Tony Awards. More than two decades later, Jonathan Larson’s RENT continues to speak to audiences across generations and around the world. Now that award-winning musical returns to t...
The Play is the Star: Best Tips for Seeing Theatre in London
I will never forget the summer of '94. Working in London as the MSU Summer London Study Abroad Director, I packed as much theatre as I could into my time there. I danced onstage at Five Guys Named Moe, marveled at the chilling and realistic sound effects in Miss Saigon, bought countless tickets to Hot Shoe Shuffle, and went with my students to as many shows as we could pack in around classes and work. It was GLORIOUS.
Since then (well, let’s be hon...
June 7, 2018
Essay Writing Tips for Students Who Travel Frequently
Students who travel frequently face the same problems with writing as the students who don't travel at all – but they have a much broader range of experiences from which to draw from! This will enrich your writing in more ways you thought possible – from cultural differences to being able to globally write with all 5 senses.
Here are 5 essay writing tips for high schoolers and college students who travel - but even if you don't spend most of your t...
June 6, 2018
History Comes Alive: Eight Noteworthy Places to Stay
One way to enhance a travel experience is to stay at an historic property. These distinct sites offer a glimpse into the region’s culture and history and set the tone for daily and evening adventures. Price points and room styles vary from location to location. My trips have included a sparse room at a former U.S. Army barracks to an opulent suite at a restored Asian palace. Each experience has demonstrated why it’s important to occasionally select...
The Coolest Vacation Ever In Thailand
When my girlfriend’s birthday was approaching, I knew I had to outdo the extravaganza that I pulled off last year. This is why I decided to plan a trip to Phuket, Thailand.
I most certainly did my research, as I read about local hotels and prices. In the end, I decide to go with a luxury villa. Not only do they accommodate up to eight different individuals, but are also packed with amenities - and space - that you won’t find in any hotel room. Thi...
