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The Most Celebrated Holidays Around the World
What holiday is the most celebrated holiday around the world? It's probably New Year's Eve, a major holiday for almost everyone on earth. Read on for our guide to seasonal holidays around the world and discover the unique traditions and celebrations from various cultures. Explore student travel programs to experience these holidays firsthand.
10 Student Learning Outcomes: Measuring Personal Growth at Rustic Pathways
The ten things we measure in students, from empathy and grit to a sense of wonder, plus how we actually measure them and what the results keep telling us.
What Does Tarantula Taste Like? Best Guide to Unique Foods Abroad [Updated January 2026]
Students sometimes get a chance to sample snacks like fried creepy crawlies when they are traveling. Here are a few of the unusual student travel foods you may encounter while on the road.
14 Most Common Travel Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
There are certainly things you really don’t want to do in your life. Here are the 15 most common travel mistakes and how to avoid them. Let's help making traveling easier.
Spanish Slang & Phrases You Should Know: A Complete Guide
Here are some key words and phrases that'll help you get by while visiting Spanish-speaking areas in the Americas.
Where To Travel Based On Chinese Zodiac Sign In 2026
The Chinese zodiac may be the tool you need to pick your next travel destination.
How Students with Anxiety Can Benefit from Traveling
Traveling can help students with anxiety gain confidence, manage triggers and reduce stress. Discover how Rustic alumni used travel for their mental health journeys, gaining freedom, perspective, and resilience in supportive environments.
10 Fascinating Animals In the Rainforest
Toucans can sound like frogs. That is among the things teen travelers may learn while visiting the world's rainforests, where they may encounter tropical birds, sloths, monkeys, and other fun creatures during their Rustic trips.
Exploring Indigenous Island Myths Legends on Service-Learning Trips
Stories about powerful gods and frightening creatures have influenced the cultures of people on islands ranging from the Fiji Islands to The Dominican Republic. For #FolkloreThursday here are just a few of those stories.
How to Recover From Jet Lag and Enjoying Life After Travel
Coming home is its own adjustment. Chapter six covers jet lag, keeping the friendships you made on the road, and handling the post-trip slump when it lands.
Travel Safety Tips - How to Stay Safe While Traveling Abroad
Unfamiliar places feel risky before they feel normal. Chapter five covers staying safe abroad, getting past language barriers, and what to research before you fly.
Packing Tips for a First-Time Traveler
How to pack for a first trip abroad without hauling half your closet. Chapter four covers carry-on essentials, what to leave home, and packing light for real.