Monthly Archives: June 2015

Top 10 US Beaches: Travel Channel

From Myrtle Beach's exciting boardwalk to the tropical Pacific islands of Hawaii, the United States has several beaches for the ultimate summer experience. Having recently published our own blog on the best U.S. beaches (See here!), here's the Travel Channel's counterpart with stunning photography and narration.  
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Off the Grid: 5 Ways Travel Makes Us Better

  It's no secret that we here at Adventure Student Travel believe that traveling helps you to become a better person. As Mark Twain once said: "Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness." The article linked here is a concise representation of this idea and something we like to encourage. Check it out and…
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How to Travel Like the 1% on a 99% Budget

According to this author, everyone, including you, can travel like the ultra-rich. Richard Kirshenbaum has done it for years and now he's outlined his technique for Yahoo! Travel. From choosing to spend money on a delicious lunch or dinner to traveling in the off-season, Mr. Kirshenbaum has some good tips that might work for you.…
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New England’s Best School Field Trips – PTO Today

Educational travel for students is supremely important as it leads children to interact with the real world, learning through experience, and making memories with friends and family. New England offers an extensive array of educational trips from Maine to Connecticut to Rhode Island. This site has compiled an impressive list of possible trips for students of…
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10 Winter Senior Trip Ideas

[caption id="attachment_8997" align="alignnone" width="1121"] Ski Trip Dreamstime Public Domain[/caption] Even though we are only just getting into the thick of summer, perhaps it's time to start thinking about where you want to be over winter break. Whether you're into outdoor cold sports like skiing or you're looking for someplace warm to migrate for the winter…
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Tips to Make a Class Trip More Affordable

Many of you have been asking for ideas on how to give your class that once-in-a-lifetime trip while still keeping costs low for the students. Here are six ideas that will help them save a few dollars without missing out on any of the amazing sights your destination has to offer:   1. Load the…
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Group Touting Underwater Luxury Hotel Near Key West | TravelPulse

Are you looking for an ocean view on your next trip? How about an underwater view? Feel like Neptune's honored guest in this luxury underwater hotel, set to begin construction soon. Though it's still in the planning and concept stages, you'll want to get in here fast as celebrities are already lining up to stay…
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Most Haunted Destinations in the U.S.

As humans, we are generally fearful of the unknown, including things that go bump in the night. And yet we are intrigued, excited even by morbidly thrilling looks at what lies beyond. If you are one who takes risks with Ouija boards, enjoys a good haunted house, or are addicted to horror movies, make a trip…
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12 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of Airports | Mental Floss

Most people have a problem with the state of America's airports from TSA security policies to the exorbitant restaurant prices. But did you know that airports are designed and operate off of a strategy to manipulate your behavior? Signs send subliminal messages telling you where to go, carpeted floors help you feel comfortable, and shops…
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The Complete Guide to the Modern Oregon Trail

  If you grew up playing The Oregon Trail game like me, you might not be so tempted to follow in the settlers' trail tracks. However, having the convenience of cars, air conditioning, and modern medicine, you can travel the "Modern Oregon Trail" without the risk of dysentery. Check it out here. Source: The Complete…
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