Sahara Desert landscape

Essential Things to Know Before Your Sahara Desert Tour

ByJewels Rhode

After months of sitting on my Pinterest board, in June my dream of going on a camel trek in the Sahara Desert finally came true! The entire experience was blissful and surreal. The days leading up to our trek were incredibly busy, making riding a camel through the Sahara the meditative retreat I needed. In that moment, everything slowed down. I soaked up the beauty of the orange sand dunes that surrounded us, sung Lion King songs with my friend, and took time to express gratitude and be in the moment. If you are looking for items to add to your bucket list, this is it! It’s the perfect mix of adventure and tranquility.

Bund 26 boardwalk

First-Timer’s Guide to China

ByAva Rowland

Being a school social worker is AMAZING; however, you’re forced to only travel when school is not in session. That means traveling when prices are the highest and families are also traveling with their children. Therefore I was beyond excited for the opportunity to help chaperone a trip for 16 high school art students to visit their sister art school in Shanghai, China! We also visited Beijing and Suzhou! Here’s a first-timer guide to China including an overview of essential items to pack, important cultural norms to consider, and must-do activities in each city:

Newfoundland

Off the Beaten Path: A Relaxing Trip to Newfoundland

ByMarielle Matthews

Canada has a lot to offer to tourists, and Newfoundland, the island on the east coast of Canada, is no exception. Newfoundland’s tourist economy is still developing, which means it’s a great place to go for a relaxing getaway, free from crowds. Here’s our 6-day itinerary for a relaxing trip to Newfoundland.

Beaches kayak in Jamaica

3 Ways to Maximize a Short Stay in a Resort

ByJewels Rhode

When my sister first told me she was having a destination wedding, beyond the initial excitement my mind went directly to how expensive it would be. I am a budget traveler and really like to make the most out of my money and time. When I saw the total price (flight & accommodation) of 3 days in Jamaica in April was close to the equivalent of my 2 week trips to Africa & Europe, my penny-pinching heart cringed. I know there are definitely ways to go to Jamaica for cheaper, but when there is a specific date and venue already chosen it limits your options. So naturally, given the amount of money I was spending, I made plans to do as much as possible during my stay!

Mexican ofrenda in mexico city

A Beginner’s Guide to Mexico City

ByLera

Mexico City is a prime vacation destination for foodies, history buffs, and connoisseurs of interesting cultures and traditions! I know Mexico City has gotten a bad reputation, but have no fear– with a little bit of research and this guide, you will see that Mexico City has SO much to offer. In reality, Mexico City hasn’t been as dangerous as most people think since 2009. I was definitely a little bit nervous about traveling there with the rumors I had heard, but I wasn’t nervous or uncomfortable while I was there AT ALL.