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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.

Climate change and development have taken a major toll on the Mekong River. And that’s bad news for the 60 million people who rely on it.

Eating abroad means you get to eat all the local food, delicacies, and in-season fruits and vegetables. Take a peek at some of the fruits and vegetables you might see at the market on a Rustic Pathways’ high school summer travel program.

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.

Students traveling to Vietnam see UNESCO World Heritage sites, learn about the country’s history and provide much-needed service to the Hill Tribes.

These films feature some of the stunning landscapes of Southeast Asia.

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. 

As 2016 draws to a close, here's a list to inspire your next adventure. We chose these destinations with the idea that unique experiences will always beat run-of-the-mill vacations. To me, the best way to travel is to step outside of your comfort zone and explore. So while you won't find any all-inclusive resorts on…