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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!
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
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.