Category Archives: Student Travel
Unforgettable Alternative Spring Break: Explore Puerto Rico
February 17, 2025In recent years, student travel to Puerto Rico has seen a notable increase, with various educational institutions organizing trips that combine service learning, cultural immersion, and academic study. More and more students from colleges and universities around the globe are choosing alternative spring break (ABS) destinations, such as Puerto Rico, specifically for experiential learning opportunities….
Argentina Waterfalls: Experience Iguazú Falls In Person
January 20, 2025Iguazú Falls, one of the world’s most stunning natural attractions, offers a breathtaking experience for visitors. It is the most popular and well-known attraction in Argentina, attracting millions of visitors each year. Located on the border between Argentina and Brazil, within the Iguazú National Park, this educational travel destination is famous for its massive series…
Educational Travel Adventure: Discover Patagonia
December 13, 2024Combine education, adventure, and nature for an unforgettable experience in Patagonia through Vamonos Tours. You’ll have peace of mind knowing the education-travel experts at Vamonos Tours will take care of the details and provide an immersive approach to the itinerary.
Traveling to Europe in 2024?
October 27, 2023If you are traveling to Europe in the New Year, there are some new regulations you need to be aware of that need to be met before you go! Click the button below to read the article. 11.6.23 EDIT: The new regulations have been pushed back and will take effect mid 2025.
Staying Hydrated While Traveling
June 26, 2020SYTA has published an article on the importance of staying hydrated while traveling. You can read the article by clicking the link below. Vamonos Tours also recognizes the importance of staying hydrated. We provide each of our travelers with a reusable Nalgene water bottle and remind our students to fill it frequently throughout the day.
3 Ways a Visit to Puerto Rico Allows Students to Grow
October 16, 2019Discover Puerto Rico recently published a blog on ways a visit to Puerto Rico allows students to grow. To read their article click the link below.
Have a Cell Phone Policy!
August 30, 2019After hundreds of tours, we noticed that students’ attention, discipline, and responsiveness are much stronger and rewarding in groups that adhere to a “no cell-phone bus policy.” Without a cell phone, students appreciate the sights, talk to each other, and pay attention to the guide. But, how do parents stay in touch with them? What…
Student Travel Changes Lives
May 30, 2019What do these four have in common: student travel, Puerto Rico, Minecraft, and Hurricane Maria? Meet Cory and you’ll instantly be able to connect these four. Eight years ago, one high school Spanish trip to Puerto Rico changed Cory Scheviak’s life. Consequently, this experience transformed the lives of many in Puerto Rico. In the icy…
Why should You Travel With Your Students?
July 12, 2018After a recent class trip to Costa Rica, group leader JJ Epperson of Gibson Southern High School in Indiana wrote a great blog post for why you should travel with your students. If you are considering a school trip with your students, this blog is a must read. It will encourage you and have you…
10 cool tips to make the most out of your service-learning experience
May 17, 2018By Esther Riddle Do you want your service-learning visit to be a memorable one? We have found that when travelers PREPARE activities ON THEIR OWN, the visit goes much smoother and is far more successful. If your group is willing to serve for one full day or for several days and can supply some materials, we’d…