Yuri Kim

Program Leader

Yuri Kim is a global education and cross-cultural travel specialist with expertise in student mobility, risk management and digital engagement. Of Norwegian Korean heritage, Yuri has lived in multiple countries, offering an authentic multicultural perspective on youth travel. Yuri holds degrees in Communication and Technology/Society from the University of Agder, has developed student programs, managed travel logistics, and advised on safety and adaptation strategies. Her work includes roles in international education, public health, and digital marketing. Fluent in five languages and having visited 15+ countries, Yuri provides trusted guidance on student travel safety, education logistics, and cultural immersion, contributing to travel advisories and intercultural training programs.

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16 Fun Facts About Bhutan: The Himalayan Kingdom!

December 15, 2024 · 9 min read

Check out these 16 fun facts about Bhutan, a nation known for its Gross National Happiness, sacred mountains, and distinct cultural traditions.

8 Fun Facts About American Samoa

December 5, 2024 · 8 min read

I love tuna! And just thinking about tuna canneries being 80% of American Samoa’s economy makes my mouth salivate. Learn 7 other fun facts about American Samoa.

Types of Service Learning Trips for Students (Examples + How They Work)

May 22, 2024 · 5 min read

There are several service learning trip types, including longer and more immersive ones, shorter programs, and those that are designed for people who are new to service work. Explore all the different types of service trips Rustic Pathways has to offer to find the one for you!

13 Tips On How To Take Amazing Travel Photos

May 6, 2024 · 7 min read

Capture amazing travel photos with just a phone in hand. Here are tips for summer campers on how to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary.

Best Summer Volunteer Programs for High School Students

February 20, 2024 · 5 min read

Summer volunteer programs can be life changing for high school students. But finding the right program is tough. Here are some of the best summer volunteer programs for high school students!

Safety Questions To Ask For High School Travel Programs

November 16, 2017 · 5 min read

Learn the answers to these important safety questions before sending your teen on high school travel programs.

5 Travel Journal Ideas to get your pen moving!

April 24, 2017 · 5 min read

Explore exciting travel journal ideas, travel journal idea prompts and learn expert techniques on how to write effectively in your travel journal with these tips.