As we move into the new year, parents and students begin to look ahead to summer and make their 2019 Bold Earth trip selection. There are so many options taking place around the world—we know it can be hard to choose! With trip selection comes trip planning, and it’s important to know that no two […]
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Camera Recommendations for Bold Earth Trips
Many parents choose Bold Earth because of our no-electronics policy—teens finally get a much-needed break from digital and social media! But the first question they ask is, “How will Bold Earth teenagers be able to take photos?!” Believe it or not, digital point-and-shoot cameras are still available (we know, it sounds crazy). That’s what your […]
Reclaiming Conversations at Bold Earth
Before I had kids, I had no idea that one of the benefits I would be looking forward to for my three daughters and one son would be the opportunity to escape their electronic devices and engage in face-to-face conversation over an extended period of time. The book Reclaiming Conversation by MIT’s Sherry Turkle, the leading […]
It’s OK to be a Beginner!
For many students, a Bold Earth trip is filled with a lot of firsts. First time traveling outside the country, first time flying alone, and for most, first time meeting a big group of people you don’t know. Stepping out of your comfort zone when traveling in a group for the first time can be […]