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Category Archives: Travel
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 …
The Battle of Shiloh: 150 Years
We are in the midst of the historic 150th anniversary of the Civil War. Among the battles that took place on American soil, the Battle of Shiloh, also known as Pittsburg Landing, is one of the most remembered. Today marks … Keep reading …
Inauguration tour memories and tips
When asked why she travels, Jeanne B.’s answer is simple: “It’s the kids. They motivate me.” She says that she doesn’t have a favorite single memory from her travels, but it’s “just watching the kids, seeing them experience new things … Keep reading …
Educational Travel Advisor Spotlight: Nate M.
Learn about history teacher, coach, Smithsonian Student Travel Group Leader and Educational Travel Advisor Nate M. from Kansas. (And let’s not forget, he’s also the 2010 National History Teacher of the Year!) Nate M. definitely makes history come alive for … Keep reading …
Tour consultant Brian Pedey shares a few of the stories behind some of America’s most beloved monuments and buildings. Have you ever thought about how this country was made? Not in the sense of our Founding Fathers’ drive for freedom, … Keep reading …
Photo Finish: The Sports Photography of Neil Leifer at the Newseum
On November 18, 2011 the Newseum in Washington, D.C., will roll out an exhibit sure to excite photography and sports enthusiasts alike! “Photo Finish: The Sports Photography of Neil Leifer” will feature 50 of the most famous sports photographs ever taken … Keep reading …
Posted in Arts & Culture, Current Events, History, In the News, Museums, Sports, Tours, Travel, Washington, D.C.
Tagged news, photojouranlism, sports. photography
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The Statue of Liberty at 125 years
Today tour consultant Luke Chow is highlighting a favorite American landmark that is celebrating a very special anniversary today! Situated in New York Harbor, Statue of Liberty is one of the main attractions for anyone visiting New York City with … Keep reading …
Posted in Arts & Culture, Destinations, History, Tours, Travel
Tagged immigrants, monuments, New York City, sculpture
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Boston Freedom Trail
The Freedom Trail in Boston, Massachusetts, is a favorite activity of locals and visitors alike (and one that students participate in while traveling on the Historic Boston tour). The Freedom Trail is a two-and-a-half-mile path through Charlestown and Boston … Keep reading …
Posted in Arts & Culture, Destinations, History, Tours, Travel
Tagged Boston, historic, Paul Revere
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Dedication
After being postponed because of the threat of Hurricane Irene, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial dedication will take place Sunday, October 16, 2011. Ceremonies will begin at 8 a.m. with the “Morning Joy” program, followed by the official dedication … Keep reading …
Posted in Arts & Culture, Current Events, Destinations, History, In the News, Tours, Travel, Washington, D.C.
Tagged Civil Rights, Jr., Martin Luther King, memorials, monuments, National Mall
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