For many people, names like Vimy Ridge and Passchendaele appear only briefly in textbooks, but standing on these landscapes reveals the weight they carry in Canadian history. Vimy Ridge was the place where soldiers from across Canada fought together under a single command for the first time, a moment many historians describe as a defining Read More …
If there’s one thing we know, it’s how to make travel easy—and a big part of making a trip fun and stress-free is in knowing what to pack! Some of our favourite travel companions include must-have apps to help you navigate new places, essential gear to make packing a breeze, and easily overlooked items you Read More …
In the heart of Northern Ontario, at Parry Sound High School, European commemorative tour experiences have taken a foothold in the hearts of teachers, students, and the greater community. Meet Rick Lund, one of our dedicated Program Leaders, whose passion for providing transformative experiences for students goes beyond the classroom. Rick not only guides students Read More …
Shrouded in mystery and rich history, Ancient Egypt, the story of King Tutankhamun, or King Tut for short, and the incredible discoveries in the realm of Egyptology are a fascinating journey back in time to this ancient civilization. King Tut’s story has captured the world’s imagination and significantly advanced our understanding of this time in Read More …
Food is certainly among our favourite parts of the travel experience. While you’re trying to figure out where you’d like to travel to next, let your taste buds decide for you! Here are some of Costa Rica’s best dishes that keeps the locals living Pura Vida! Casado “Casado” means “married” in Spanish. It’s thought that this Read More …
If the only thing you know about Argentine food is the abundance of red meat and red wine, then you’re in for a treat! Full of Spanish and Italian influences, this country’s cuisine is no stranger to unique flavours, exciting dishes, and regional diversity. In Buenos Aires, cooking food for friends and family is just Read More …
If you’re flying more than a few hours from home, you’re likely to experience jet lag — it’s that pesky fatigue you just can’t beat after a long flight, especially when you’ve crossed a time zone or two. Once your body adjusts to the time change, which usually takes a couple of days, the jet Read More …
Media has taken on a new role in the lives of our students. Everyone with a smart phone contends with the 24-hour news cycle and the use of social media to share and learn information. With access to information at everyone’s fingertips, it is important that our students understand the basics of media literacy, how Read More …
As a travel provider focused on education, we love to celebrate books! Books are a fundamental building block for learning, creating understanding, and exploring our world and worlds from our imaginations. We hope these fun and interesting facts about books inspire you to celebrate Book Week this year! The Oldest Book Diamond Sutra is a Read More …
It’s Easter this weekend, and that usually means lots of chocolate, eggs, bunnies, chocolate eggs, chocolate bunnies… you get the idea. For many of us, it’s also a very spiritual holiday that inspires a wide range of traditions and festivities. The more class trips we send to Europe, the more we’ve come to appreciate its Read More …
