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A Two-Minute History of the California Gold Rush
The early forty-niners panned for gold in rivers and streams across Northern California. In early 1848, gold was discovered in Northern California, ultimately setting off the largest mass migration in...
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Kansas Travelers Raise Over $20,000
They say that timing is everything, and for Group Leader Bobbi W. and her travelers, a little bit of good timing turned into a big fundraising boost for their student tour to Washington, D.C. Every...
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Five Fun Facts about the First July Fourths
The Declaration of Independence was adopted in the Pennsylvania State House, now known as Independence Hall. On July 4, 1776, inside the Pennsylvania State House in Philadelphia, the Second Continental...
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What’s the Best City for 4th of July Fireworks?
The Capitol illuminated by the firework extravaganza! As people across the country gather with friends and families to celebrate Independence Day with food, fanfare and fireworks, EF Explore America...
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Discover New York!
Explore the hustle and bustle of the East Coast in the city that never sleeps. From experiencing the bright lights of Broadway where stars like Hugh Jackman, Leah Michelle and Meryl Streep got their...
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5 Famous Paintings at the Art Institute of Chicago
The Art Institute of Chicago houses some of the world’s great masterpieces. It may not have the worldwide fame of the Louvre in Paris or New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, but the Art Institute of...
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5 Ways to Capture Unforgettable City Shots
Each city you visit on a student tour has its own unique look and feel. From the brilliant lights and commotion of New York’s Times Square to a relaxing stroll through scenic Old San Juan in Puerto...
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3 Ways to Relive History in Québec City
The Plains of Abraham in Québec City were the setting for several key events in Canadian history. (photo: Jason Carter via CC) Like all EF Explore America trips, student trips to Québec are a chance...
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10 Mind-Blowing Facts About the Library of Congress
The Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. is as beautiful as it is enormous. Libraries are certainly wonderful places, but they don’t often elicit “oohs” and “ahhs” from middle school and high school...
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5 Things to See, Do and Taste in NYC’s Chinatown
This golden lion greets you at the Mahayana Buddhist Temple. Ever since the Dutch settled the area back in the 17th century, New York has been a magnet for immigrants from around the world. Nowhere is...
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10 Easy Ways to Promote Your Trip
Whether your tour is exploring the vibrancy of San Francisco’s Pier 39, walking along the historic cobblestone streets of Boston’s Beacon Hill, or anywhere in-between, you and your travelers are in for...
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Bryce Canyon’s Rare Treasures: Hoodoos
Hoodoos are the highlight of Bryce Canyon National Park. When you visit Bryce Canyon National Park, you’re in for a special kind of sightseeing. This spectacular geological wonderland is home to an...
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L.A.’s Griffith Observatory Always Puts on a Show
Calm view of Los Angeles from Griffith Observatory It’s a big week for astronomy enthusiasts. Last night was the largest supermoon of the year, and tonight and tomorrow night brings us the Perseids...
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Tour Sneak Peak: The Apotheosis of Washington
One of the best parts of tour is getting to know the story behind all of the fascinating places you see. Today, the story we’re telling is about The Apotheosis of Washington in the Rotunda of the U.S....
View ArticleThe Classroom and 21st Century Skills
The world (and how we interact with it) is always changing – especially when it comes to the classroom. Think back to what they looked like 1 year, 5 years, 10 years ago. How do they compare now?...
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Why Every Trip to Boston Must Include “Chowda”
Clam chowder is perhaps the most quintessential New England food. White and creamy, with a milk- or cream-based broth filled with clam chunks, potatoes and onions, chowder is so beloved by New...
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How improv helps students learn
Katherine McKnight, author of The Second City Guide to Improvisation in the Classroom It’s 11 a.m. and class is about to begin. Your visual learners are doodling. Your auditory learners are talking....
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Discover Washington, D.C.!
Surround yourself with a mix of historic and modern sites in the cradle of U.S. history. Marvel at the unique collections in any of the more than 70 museums across the city. Find a good read in the...
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Puerto Rico’s “Robin Hood” of the High Seas
Puerto Rico’s Roberto Cofresí—El Pirata Cofresí—was one of the most dominant pirates of the Caribbean. Sailors feared him. Commoners loved him. And to this day, Puerto Ricans honor him in countless...
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5 Tips for Journal Writing While Traveling
A good travel journal can make the memories of your trip last forever. These days there are all kinds of great ways to preserve the memories from your educational tour, but one of the best happens to...
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