Top 10 Blogs of 2021
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Top 10 Blogs of 2021

2021 brought its host of surprises as we navigated our way back to traveling internationally. Along the way, we have celebrated the return to travel in countries and villages we love to visit. Here are the top articles in 2021 that highlight these moments.

10.) Finally! Much-Needed Service Travel Returns to Fiji in 2022

Contribute to small construction projects designed to make a lasting impact. Copyright: © 2014 Rustic Pathways

9.) The Beauty and Ruggedness of Peru: Why Rustic’s Programs in this Nation Are So Popular

Photo: Molly Caffry

8.) What Teens Shouldn’t Miss When Traveling to the Dominican Republic

Copyright: © 2016 Rustic Pathways

7.) Youth Climate Summit

Making an Impact: Rustic’s Summer Program on Climate Change Will Empower Teens
Gifted Students from Four Continents Prepare for Rustic’s Global Youth Climate Summit
5 Innovative Ideas Rustic Students Have Pitched to Combat Climate Change Problems in Fiji

6.) The Psychological Need For Connection: How Parents Can Help Their Teens

5.) Aloha Adventures: Lessons Rustic Students Learned While Traveling in Hawaii

4.) The Definitive Parent Guide to Teen Travel

Copyright: © 2016 Rustic Pathways

3.) The Return to Travel: Best Photos

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2.) 11 Life Skills Every Teen Should Have By Age 18

1.) Why Costa Rica is the Perfect Place for Student Travel This Year

La Fortuna, Costa Rica

About the Author

Mary Rogelstad

Lead Editor

Mary is the Lead Editor at Rustic Pathways. She has been a writer and editor for nearly 20 years. Prior to covering student travel, Mary created content for the music education company J.W. Pepper & Son. She also was a writer and producer at CNN International and a communications director for a social service agency and a K-12 private school.