Discover 12 fun facts about Cuba, including its near 100% literacy rate, vintage ‘Yank Tanks,’ and the highest doctor-to-patient ratio globally. Dive into Cuba’s rich history and culture through these highlights.
Learn fun facts about Puerto Rico, including its 27,480-foot-deep ocean trench, the world’s brightest bioluminescent bay, and the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System. Find out more about Puerto Rico’s wonders!
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.
You won't necessarily need to prepare for medical school in high school, as med school comes after you graduate from a pre-med program, but you can still make choices that will affect you long-term. For example, if you travel while you're a student, you'll have an unforgettable experience that will change the way you see the world.
Added together, Rustic staff members have visited thousands of countries and spent years traveling and living abroad. I asked these travel aficionados and packing ninjas to share their secrets. Keep reading for some of the most ingenious travel and packing hacks you’ll ever hear!
Traveling during high school is a great way to broaden your perspective & grow as a person. Click to see how you can use travel in your college essays.
Uncover fascinating fun facts about surfing, from its ancient origins to modern-day practices. Find out why surfing continues to captivate millions around the world.
Travel with purpose. Learn how to minimize your environmental footprint and support local communities through responsible and sustainable travel practices. Responsible travel is all about positively impacting the destinations we travel to, something we are all about at Rustic Pathways.
Volunteering abroad with Rustic Pathways focuses on responsible and impactful service. Our approach ensures meaningful experiences and sustainable community development. Gain insights and tips on how to make a real difference through volunteer travel
Look beyond K-pop and K-BBQ to discover things you didn't already know about South Korea. This is our list of 16 interesting facts about South Korea from a local Korean.
The importance of volunteering can't be overstated. Check out this post to learn how to make a lasting impact on your community as a student.
Embarking on a gap year in Morocco with Rustic Pathways was a journey of discovery and connection for Sophia Dong. Here, she shares her heartfelt reflections and top tips to make the most out of your gap year experience.
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.
Check out the photos from Dustin Huffman's photo tour in Southeast Asia. Experience rock climbing in Thailand, surfing in Indonesia, exploring Laos, and trekking in Nepal.
861,571. That's how many photographs we have collected from our programs over the years. Each summer we send photographer guides out on our programs to capture the stunning imagery that our students and staff have the privilege to witness firsthand. Some of those photos end up in our catalog and on the website, but a…
I'd like to introduce you to Lauren Dahlhauser, a talented photographer that helped guide students through Moroccan cities and deserts throughout our 2015 summer season and captured its magic and mysterious beauty along the way: Hello, I'm Lauren! I'm a lot of things, but above all, I'm an adventurer, a risk taker, an inspiration seeker, a…
Being a photo editor has its perks. Reviewing photos every day allows me to travel and see the world without having to pack a bag or find my passport. One minute, I could be in Costa Rica, zip lining through the jungle, and with a few clicks on the trackpad I can travel thousands of miles…
Although I have photographed all over the world, Myanmar continues to be a place of mystery, warmth, and beauty to me. The country and its people offer a unique view of the world—as if they've gone back in time. Continue reading to see the photos that illustrate my wonderment of this beautiful country.
Photography is a beautiful thing. We are able to put ourselves in places that we could never imagine being, gaze upon faces we might never meet, and experience emotions that were felt in single moment, never to be repeated. Every summer, we collect thousands of photos of places, people, and experiences that we just have…
Join Rustic Pathways in Peru and learn with experienced photographer guides like Brooke Warren and Louis Bryant. Discover diverse landscapes, rich culture, and unforgettable adventures beyond Machu Picchu.