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Rustic Spirit Spotlights: Zane, Katie and MacKelle
Rustic Spirit Spotlights
Teens in Texas, Louisiana and Wyoming are taking creative action to solve problems in their communities and inspiring others along the way.
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An Expert Answers the Top Pre-Travel Frequently Asked Questions
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Before Your Trip
If you have questions about an upcoming Rustic trip, check out these answers from one of our travel experts.
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Show Me the Money: Using Local Currency in the Americas
Costa Rica
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What you need to know about local currencies in several countries in the Americas.
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Tanzania Animal Conservation: Finding Inspiration from Jane Goodall
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Students traveling to Tanzania for an animal conservation program learn important lessons from Dr. Jane Goodall.
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Rustic Spirit Spotlights: Jamora, Sydney and Joy
Rustic Spirit Spotlights
High school students in New York are positively impacting the lives of others. We recognize young changemakers in Rustic Spirit Spotlights!
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How Teens Can Handle Mental Health Challenges When Traveling
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Tools utilized in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can help teens who struggle with their mental health while traveling.
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7 Wonders of Australia: From the Famous to the Unexpected
Australia
When visiting Australia, many students see famous wonders like the Great Barrier Reef. But there are other wonders to view along the way.
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Rustic Spirit Spotlights: Trudy, Joseph and Kara
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Teens in New York, Connecticut and Indiana bringing attention to issues that matter and making change in their communities.
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Why the Most Important River in Southeast Asia Is Under Threat
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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.
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Racing to Save Two Sea Animals in the Dominican Republic
Dominican Republic
Large manatees and tiny corals are both under threat in the waters off the Dominican Republic. Many efforts are underway to save them.
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Rustic Spirit Spotlights: Victoria, Callie and Victoria
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Students in South Carolina, Montana and Melbourne are leading young and creating a postive impact in their communities.
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Three Sleep Myths & How They Affect Teens
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A sleep expert gives tips for getting a good night’s sleep, which will help student travelers enjoy the journey.
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Why Are There Camels in Australia?
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When you think of camels you may envision the Sahara Desert. But there are a lot of camels in Australia , and the reason why is somewhat sad.
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Forget TikTok Dances: Here Are More Interesting Dances Around the World
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Dances on TikTok may seem compelling, but the world has much more to offer - from fire dances to hula to dances you may have never seen.
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Rustic Spirit Spotlights: Noah, Margo and Justin
Rustic Spirit Spotlights
High school students in South Carolina and Oklahoma demonstrate leadership and are working hard to make a positive impact.
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A Travel Checklist: What to Pack for a Student Trip
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The best packing takes some planning. Here are some tips to get started.
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Rites of Passage: How Our Ancestors Handled the Teen Years
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The Global Table and Culture
Moving into adulthood isn’t easy. Many cultures have coming of age ceremonies to welcome teens into their new world.
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Rustic Spirit Spotlights: Neil, Cydney and Bryan
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Rustic Spirit Spotlights
Teens in New Mexico, Pennsylvania and California have started amazing initiatives and are supporting others in their communities.
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11 Tips to Become a More Thoughtful Traveler
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Before Your Trip
Learn how to be a thoughtful traveler during any culturally-immersive student travel program.
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Tanzania Travel: Learning About Ancient Ways of Life
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In northern Tanzania, students learn about an ancient hunter-gatherer tribe, provide many hours of service, and embark on an African safari.
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