Learn how long it takes to get a US Passport in 2025. Standard applications take 4-6 weeks, expedited processing reduces it to 2-3 weeks, with emergency options for urgent needs.
Make it easier to get a new U.S. passport by learning about the different locations you can apply. Discover where and how to apply at acceptance facilities, by mail, and at a passport agency.
Get your U.S. passport easily with our step-by-step guide, detailing the required documents, application form (DS-11), fees, and tips for smooth processing.
Got pre-travel questions? Get expert advice on the best travel preparation practices. Experts share their insights to make your trip smoother and more enjoyable.
This can be the first step in your own anti-racist education or a tool to help you leverage the power you have with friends, family, in your neighborhood, and at school. Think of it as an intro course, something to get the ball rolling. And when you’re done with our list, keep going!
Learn how to say hello, goodbye, please, and thank you in multiple languages. This guide covers words to know before you travel.
Each December, we start the four-month process of narrowing our pool of more than 1,000 Program Leaders candidates to just a few hundred. About…
It’s that wonderful time of year again: the hustle and bustle of back to school. High school seniors are really starting to feel the…
Riely McCullough, of Seattle, Washington, traveled with Rustic in 2015 and used her experience as the topic for her college application essays. Read about how…
64-80 hours. That’s how long the average Rustic Pathways Program Leader spends training for their role leading service trips for high school students after…
Rustic Pathways was featured in USA Today. Rustic CEO Chris Stakich said having a global perspective is now more important than ever for high school and college students…
Learn about the common worries of traveling abroad as a student and how to overcome them. You are not alone.
Depending on where you travel with Rustic Pathways, you may be required to get a visa ahead of time. If you haven’t done that, the time to start is NOW! For students leaving from the USA ONLY Contact G3 Visas and Passports, our partner who can help you through the process of getting your visa. Or visit…
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Supporting your child in their choice to take a gap year isn’t always easy. You might be worried they won’t return to school, nervous about them traveling abroad, or wondering if the investment is really worth it. We understand taking a gap year is a big decision for both our students and our parents. However,…
Name: Max Veenema Gap Year Program Leader: South Pacific Service and Ocean Skills How did you begin working for Rustic Pathways? I started working with Rustic in the Fiji Islands. I had come from California, where I spent much of my time in the Pacific Ocean. I wanted to experience a new culture while still…
Explore the insights of Allison Kuney, a Rustic Pathways gap year program leader, on creating transformational travel experiences. Learn about her journey, favorite travel stories, and the impact of gap years on students.