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Looking for ways to make your summer more exciting and prepare for college? Check out this post to learn how teens can make the most of their summer vacation.

Catelin McLoughlin went to Fiji with a couple of friends and came home with many more. Along the way, she saw a side of Fiji few people see. And she came to love the Fijian people she met and their culture.

Service learning trip destinations offer students the chance to engage in impactful volunteer work, explore cultural diversity, and address global social and environmental issues. From wildlife conservation in Costa Rica to community development in Morocco, these trips provide hands-on experiences that foster personal growth and make a real difference in local communities.

Take a peek at 11 of the best destinations for middle school and high school students who want to experience adventure travel.

For thrill-seekers, the best adventure travel programs offer heart-pumping activities like zip-lining, kayaking, and mountain trekking. These experiences promise excitement, challenge, and lasting memories. Find out which programs top the list!

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!

On February 20th, the islands of Fiji were hit by the worst storm to ever strike the southern hemisphere. The devastating Cyclone Winston killed at least 42 people and left tens of thousands without homes. Rustic Pathways has worked in Fiji for over 20 years; our community partners in both the highlands and islands are members of…

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.

The Chinese zodiac may be the tool you need to pick your next travel destination.

Students can have a memorable tasting adventure during their Rustic travels. Here are some of the best programs for food-loving students who want to try something different.

Read details about three of the programs commonly picked by first-time travelers.

Students from 21 countries participated in the Rustic Pathways and Stanford University Global Youth Climate Summit. Explore these novel solutions to environmental problems in Fiji.

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.

Schools with integrated education models point to Leadership as one of the skill sets necessary to develop well-rounded students. Separating leadership development from the dynamics of school culture and community power structures can allow for students to see practical and organic applications of leadership in the real world, sometimes more clearly than in their own home contexts.

Privilege is a difficult concept to discuss with students, especially while they’re in their home environments. The many layers and dimensions make it an uncomfortably ambiguous conversation, and even harder for students to deduce what they can do with this complex new understanding of self.

Learn how to say hello, goodbye, please, and thank you in multiple languages. This guide covers words to know before you travel.

Packing for international travel can be challenging. You'll want to balance comfort with a respect for local culture and customs. 

This is part of an ongoing series featuring each country where Rustic Pathways operates.

It’s that time of year again when your lesson plans feel stale and there are so many #teacherproblems that only other educators can truly understand. This year, why not give your lesson planning a global twist?

It’s hard to figure out how to do your part to make the world a better place. Sometimes you just need to get out…