Add Chile to your bucket list! One of the hottest destinations in South America today, Chile has so much to offer from north to south. To make the most of your time there, though, it’s best to choose one location and really get to know it. If you’re ready to travel to Chile, we suggest Read More …
From the remains of the Berlin Wall, to the castles of Bavaria, to the famous bratwurst, there’s so much to see and explore when you travel to Germany. In order to truly make the most of your trip, though, it’s best to be prepared. Knowing what to expect in Germany can help you avoid some Read More …
We know that coming back from a trip can be tough: You’re usually tired from the long journey, wishing you were still on vacation, and may be a little overwhelmed by what you need to do to get back in the swing of things. Luckily, there are a few things you can do as soon Read More …
Ryanne Doherty is an International Program Consultant in Explorica’s Boston headquarters. She studied abroad in Florence and traveled to five other Italian cities. Read about her top Italian highlights: Best known for ancient ruins, Renaissance masterpieces, and culinary expertise, Italy has plenty to offer everyone who sets foot on its soil. When I spent four Read More …
Jessica Taylor Price is a copywriter in Explorica’s Boston headquarters. She went on a five-day trip to Iceland this past July. Read her story: Why did I decide to go to Iceland? It’s pretty simple: I wanted to see puffins on my birthday. I wanted to go on a trip that was primarily nature-based. And, Read More …
A little preparation can go a long way to help make sure international travel goes smoothly. One thing you can do is make sure you have the right resources in the palm of your hand while you’re abroad. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or are heading abroad for the first time, downloading a few apps Read More …
From the ruins of Rome, to the cobblestoned streets of Siena, to the masterpieces of Renaissance art in Florence, there’s so much to see and explore when you travel to Italy. In order to truly make the most of your trip, though, it’s best to be prepared. Knowing what to expect in Italy can help Read More …
It’s back! The #ExploricaEmployeeTakeover is returning to your Instagram feed on Monday, June 25. This summer, Explorica employees will be joining several student tour groups, and they’ll be using Instagram to give you an inside look at our educational adventures around the world. Meet the staff members who will be taking over our Instagram feed Read More …
You see them all over the world: Sculptures of lions, or lions otherwise depicted in art, are everywhere (In fact, there are more statues of lions in the world than actual lions). With their grace, strength, and beauty, it’s no wonder they’ve achieved a symbolic status in the western world. The meaning of the lion Read More …
Karin C. is a foreign language teacher from Pennsylvania, and an experienced traveler: She’s been taking students abroad every other year for 26 years, usually to Spanish-speaking countries. And while she’s taken students on our Puerto Rico tour before to experience the culture, nature, and language, this year was a bit different. In September of Read More …
