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May18
Meet our winners in the Great Travel Giveway!
You know the old saying “April showers brings May flowers?” Well this year April brought free trips all month long for our travelers! Each week we selected one lucky traveler to win their tour for free. And we didn’t want … Keep reading …
May9
Teacher Appreciation Week 2012: A note of thanks and admiration
We work with teachers every day. We know firsthand how the hours they clock exceed the ringing of the school bells. We know how their passion for learning and dedication to their students drives their work. We know they inspire, … Keep reading …
May4
Stories from the road: New York City & the Arts
Life-changing by Frank J. Artwork created by Frank’s students, inspired by their New York City tour On March 24th, I took a group of art students to New York for the beginning part of our spring break. For many, this … Keep reading …
May1
Educational Travel Advisor Spotlight: Margie N.
After starting her career as a certified recreation therapist, Margie N. of North Carolina found her true calling in life as a high school Spanish teacher. In her past 22 years as a teacher, Margie has been extremely involved in … Keep reading …
Apr30
The First Presidential Inauguration
The first inauguration wasn’t on a brisk day in January, but on a clear spring afternoon in April—and it wasn’t even in Washington, D.C., but in our nation’s first capital, New York City. On this day, 223 years ago, George … Keep reading …
Apr26
Celebrate Poem in Your Pocket Day
Do you have a Poem in Your Pocket today? Here’s mine: The Road and the End, by Carl Sanburg. April is National Poetry Month, and as part of the month-long poetry celebration today is Poem in Your Pocket Day! What’s Poem in Your … Keep reading …
Apr23
Get Jamming: Jazz Appreciation Month
Did you know April is time to JAM? That’s right, Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM) is upon us. This month-long event occurs every April to put the public spotlight on jazz, both a historical and living treasure. JAM was created to … Keep reading …
Apr18
Educational Travel Advisor Spotlight: Judy H.
Many people may say they are avid travelers. With 30 countries and 49 states on her “I’ve been there” list, Judy H. can truly call herself an avid traveler. She says that she uses her travels to bring the world … Keep reading …
Apr17
Space Shuttle Discovery is on the move!
Attention visitors and residents of Washington, D.C.: today, Tuesday, April 17, you will get a once in a lifetime chance to see the Space Shuttle Discovery in mid-flight…attached to a custom 747 jet, of course. The photo below shows the … Keep reading …












