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Travel and Random Acts of Kindness

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Oct 31, 2013 / 0 comments

Ever wonder what it is like to just pick up and go? To travel full-time, WITH your kids? We've shared many family travelers here on Wandering Educators, and there's always room for more - for each family travels in its own way, choosing what is best for THEM. We recently had a chance to catch up with Ruth Johnston, who travels full-time with her son.

Disneyland Paris Tips and Secrets

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Oct 23, 2013 / 0 comments

Disneyland Paris is a must-see if you’re a Disney fan (and who isn’t?). There are two parks at Disneyland ParisDisneyland Park, and Walt Disney Studios Park. You will want at least one day for each park. If you have more than two days, spend the extra day(s) at Disneyland Park.  You can get tickets to Disneyland Paris, which can include transportation from Paris, shuttles, and free-roaming between the two parks.

Try the World

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Oct 18, 2013 / 0 comments

Ever wanted to explore some global cuisines - at home? Or perhaps send treats that you love, to friends and family? I've found a new company for you that does just that.

Tell Those Crickets to be Quiet!

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Oct 17, 2013 / 0 comments

A long-lost treasure. A career in music, possibly foreshadowed by a childhood of nature's music? A charming and beautifully illustrated children's book, brought back to life.

 

How to get through airport security faster this winter

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Oct 17, 2013 / 0 comments

How to get through airport security faster this winter:

Travelling for Christmas?

Exploring Brisbane

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Oct 14, 2013 / 0 comments

Known as Australia’s River City, Brisbane is a remarkable place to visit. Home to almost 2 million people, it’s one of the coolest places to explore in Australia (despite being a subtropical locale). Filled with arts, culture, great food, and more, Brisbane is the capital of Queensland and deserves such a crown.

 

Brisbane from the air

The 411 on Visiting Lapland

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Oct 10, 2013 / 0 comments

Have you ever wanted to visit Lapland?

Get off the Beaten Path Down Under (Literally)

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Oct 08, 2013 / 0 comments

Do people take road trips any more? I’m not talking about the road trip to the next state, or up north for camping. I’m talking epic.

U.S. Department of State Scholarship Program for American High School Students

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Oct 04, 2013 / 0 comments

U.S. Department of State Scholarship Program for American High School Students - Promotes Study of Critical Languages

NSLI-Y Offers Merit-Based Scholarships for a Summer or an Academic Year Abroad

 

Discover the hidden treasures of Friedrichshafen

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Oct 04, 2013 / 0 comments

Well, longtime readers know I love Germany. The food (!), the family we have there, the incredible history, and the gorgeous landscapes all fill my heart.

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