At a time when teenagers have a panoply of options for their summer experiences, and dozens of competing priorities (team sports obligations, summer school, etc), it can be hard to commit to letting your teenager travel internationally. After all, it feels so much simpler to have them do something closer to home. No international flights, […]
Notes From The Road
Category: Costa Rica
5 Reasons Why International Travel Matters for Teens
What Teens Learn from Traveling to Costa Rica
Just as diverse as Costa Rica’s biodiversity are the lessons teens can learn from traveling there. This past summer, I was given the amazing opportunity to explore Costa Rica for 21 days with 14 bold and adventurous students on Bold Earth’s Ultimate Costa Rica adventure. Throughout our time together, I watched each student learn and […]
The Best Places to Visit in Iceland
At Bold Earth, our goal is to carefully craft adventures that offer authentic experiences for our students. We spend months researching new trips and activities to make sure that we are building safe itineraries, finding reliable partners, and maximizing the time that we have on our tours. Which is why, last spring, I made a […]
5 Reasons Why Kilimanjaro is the Ultimate Destination for Students
Ever envisioned yourself almost 20,000 feet above sea level on the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro, one of the highest peaks in the world? Whether the answer to that question is a yes or no, climbing Kilimanjaro is an incredible experience and worth considering adding to your bucket list. 1. Kilimanjaro is one of the famous […]
The Views You Can Expect at the Grand Canyon
When you’re making a trip to the Grand Canyon, you know there’s going to be a lot to take in. The Grand Canyon is one of the largest and most breathtaking natural wonders of the world, and it can be daunting to try to get the whole experience in a single trip. Luckily, there are […]
5 Must Try Activities in Hawaii for Teens
Hawaii is a beautiful, tropical string of islands ideal for teen adventure travel. Not only are there fast-paced adventures like ziplining, but there are also relaxing activities like sailing and snorkeling, offering a perfect balance for a trip. These are just some of the excellent adventure activities in Hawaii that your teen could participate in […]