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2017 Passports Traveler Contests
passports is excited to announce the kick off of our annual traveler contests! 2 photo contests + 1 writing contest = 3 chances to win an epic spending spree! Do you think you have what it takes to beat out the other 201
How to Break the Language Barrier While Traveling
Keep these tips in mind to grant you a bit more independence and make it easier to interact with the locals!
5 Unique Easter Traditions from around the World
In the United States, we don't think twice about frantically searching for colored eggs hidden by a mythical bunny. Do you ever wonder how other countries around the world celebrate Easter?
The Most Exquisitely Designed Museums in the World
In honor of museum week, here are eight captivating photos of the most exquisitely designed museums in the world.
Fundraising Ideas Part 3: Activities
CASH FOR TRASH Breakdown This is a great way to help others while raising money for your trip! Collect bottles and cans and redeem them at a local redemption center. And don’t stop there! Other organizations will pay for
Out of This World: Stadtkeller Swiss Folklore Restaurant
The Swiss people rarely practice traditional customs like yodeling in their everyday lives anymore, so the Stadtkeller is a must if you’re looking for a taste of traditional Swiss folklore and culture.
What's a Prezi?
Along with the same menu items you’ve become accustomed to on passports.com , we’ve added quite a few new options, along with our new look. ONLINE PREZITATIONS One of passports.com ’s most exciting new features is the op
Tour Spotlight: Monet and Michelangelo
Explore three of Europe's greatest cities on a tour perfect for lovers of art, culture and history.
10 Pre-Departure Reminders for Students Traveling to Europe This Spring
10 pre-departure tips before you head abroad!
3 Ideas for Your Next Group Tour
Faculty-led group tours are shorter, affordable for most families, and provide travel abroad opportunity for more students. Here are our five favorite itineraries. Pick one of ours, or design your own!
Historical India: Explore the Subcontinent's Forts, Palaces and Monuments
Historical India: Explore the Subcontinent's Forts, Palaces and Monuments
Le Beau Voyage
9 Days London 2 • Caen 1 • St. Malo 1 • Loire Valley 1 • Paris 2… join us!
Benefits for Teachers Who Travel with Their Students
As our partner in organizing educational travel, we’ve always rewarded group organizers with cash bonuses, EXTRA free trips, and other great benefits.
5 Things Successful Group Travel Organizers Don't Do!
Five ways to avoid failure when recruiting passengers for your educational travel group!
The Editor's Choice: Emilia-Romagna Culinary Arts Tour
The Editor's Choice: Emilia-Romagna Culinary Arts Tour
First-Hand Account: How an Educational Tour Impacted Me
First-Hand Account: “How an Educational Tour Impacted Me” - learn how educational travel impacted a student FROM a student.
Getting School Board Approval for Educational Travel
If you are seeking permission to organize an overseas trip, there are some important things to keep in mind before talking to your school principal, or to the school board.
Wordless Wednesday: 25 Travel Brochure Photos
For this week's Wordless Wednesday post, we're celebrating 25 years with our readers. Here are 25 years worth of student travel catalog cover photos. Enjoy!
Fear and Courage
A response to the NYTimes piece, Travel is my Antidote for Fear. As Covid eases, I’m heading out again.
3 Must-See Sights in Washington, DC
In honor of Veterans Day, here is our choice of the top three must-see sights in Washington, DC -- the Korean, Vietnam and WWII War Memorials
Teacher Tuesday: Passports Lesson Plans Available Online
Teacher Tuesday: Passports Lesson Plans Available Online!!
6 Travel Apps to Download Before Your Next Trip Overseas
Traveling overseas in the near future? Download these nifty travel apps now, you'll thank us later.
Wordless Wednesday: Students Traveling in France
Wordless Wednesday: Join us as one of our student groups shares photos from their recent educational tour to France!
5 Things You Learn about Your Co-Workers after Traveling Together
5 Things You Learn about Your Co-Workers after Traveling Together