Dad-imals: The Best Fathers in the Animal Kingdom 

Let’s face it: fathers have a hard job. Making sure your offspring are taken care of is no small feat! Today, we’re saying thanks for all the hard work and “Happy Father’s Day” to some of the wildest dads out there.  Golden Lion Tamarin  This monkey, named for its golden mane, lives on the Atlantic coast in Read More …

Our Tour Director Cultural Exchange Series

In these short, interactive panel discussions, we give students and teachers an opportunity to engage with their destination from the comfort of their own homes. While our Tour Directors are itching to get on the road and share their country in person, we’re thankful that they took the time to speak with future travelers about Read More …

7 Mother’s Day Traditions from Around the World

Though its often thought of as a “Hallmark holiday,” the tradition of honoring mothers with their very own day actually dates back decades before Hallmark, and spans the globe. In honor of mothers everywhere, we decided to investigate what Mother’s Day means around the globe. To every mom around the globe: Happy Mother’s Day from Read More …

Explorica Expeditions: Cape Town

Kelli S. is an Account Manager working in Explorica’s San Diego office. Here, she discusses one of her favorite travel destinations and why South Africa is appealing to travelers of all kinds!   There aren’t many cities on earth like Cape Town, South Africa. Nestled between the mountains and the sea, this city has something Read More …

From the Teacher’s Desk: Studying Artwork on Location

Dominic Black is a California teacher who has taken his visual arts students across the globe to study the world’s masterpieces and create unique artwork on location. Here, he writes about his experiences with student travel, partnering with Explorica, and where he’s headed to next. Why did you decide to start taking students on educational Read More …

10 Questions with an Explorica Tour Director

An Explorica tour director since 2004, Jane Davies has lived in Amsterdam, Boston, and now London, where she brings European destinations to life for students and teachers. She studied French and German in school and enjoys traveling and hiking with her two children. When she’s not creating engaging educational moments on tour, Jane can be Read More …

Student Fundraising Spotlight: Tyrese S.

Tyrese S. is a high school student from Florida gearing up for his class trip to Paris, Brittany & Normandy this spring. We sat down with him to discuss fundraising, traveling outside the U.S., and life-changing experiences!     Let’s start with fundraising. How much money have you raised for your trip? So far, I’ve Read More …

5 Travel Do’s and Don’ts

Looking for some time-tested advice on making the most of your trip? You’ve come to the right place. Read on to learn about our do’s and don’ts for packing, traveling, and enjoying your tour. Do pack appropriately, given the weather and your itinerary. Not having the correct clothing can definitely impact your trip, so it’s Read More …

Best of Both Worlds: Travel & Get Academic Credit

What’s better than traveling with a group of your peers on the adventure of a lifetime? Getting academic credit for it, of course! Explorica is part of WorldStrides, which is accredited by the same accrediting bodies that certify academic standards in your school. That also means we’re able to offer the best of both worlds: Read More …

Destination Tips: Washington, D.C.

Did you know there were eight United States capitals before the Compromise of 1790 deemed Washington, D.C. the seat of the government of the United States? Today, the bustling D.C. metro area is home to nearly six million people and counting. Full of rich history and modern neighborhoods, it’s a great place to visit at Read More …