Thursday, March 15th, 2012
Summer Trip: Vietnam Discovery
Who says education can’t be fun? At Peace Works Travel (PWT), we understand that the most important learning goes on outside of the classroom. That’s why we’ve handcrafted unique adventures that explore South East Asia’s diverse beauty through educational and volunteer opportunities. Join us this summer on a trip through Vietnam and explore Saigon’s urban chaos, float down the lazy… [Read Full Article]Global Education,Peace Works Travel Upcoming Trips,Vietnam Student Trips
Friday, February 17th, 2012
A Visit to the Bo De Pagoda Buddhist Orphanage
Francis Parker School - South to North - Day Six Following an early 5:00 am wake-up on a steamy Friday morning, we boarded our boat in the dark and headed to catch a bus that would take us to the closet airport to the Mekong Delta.We boarded a non-stop flight to Hanoi and arrived before lunch to meet out new… [Read Full Article]Education Travel,Global Education,Student Community Service,Vietnam Student Trips
Friday, February 17th, 2012
A Vietnamese Train Experience
Greetings friends and family! We trust that you are all well.The night train to Sapa was definitely an experience we will never forget. Although some of us were not feeling very well, it was a bonding experience for all. There were two bunk-beds in each cabin which made for very cramped quarters. Let's just say we were happy to arrive… [Read Full Article]Education Travel,Global Education,PWT Guest Bloggers,Student travelers,Vietnam Student Trips
Thursday, February 16th, 2012
Revisiting the Peace Works Travel Village
Francis Parker School - North to South - Day FourTo begin the day, a few of the students decided to wake up at the crack of dawn (5 am) to attend a traditional Catholic mass. Besides the mass being delivered in Vietnamese, the only difference from the services at home was that the men and women sat on opposite sides… [Read Full Article]Education Travel,Global Education,PWT Guest Bloggers,Student Community Service,Student travelers
Wednesday, February 15th, 2012
Joey Benoit, Savannah Benes, and Walker Newton in Hanoi
North to South - Day TwoOur second full day in Vietnam has been busy to say the least! From cruising through the streets in rickshaws to an all-you-can-eat Vietnamese buffet, Valentine's Day in Vietnam has had a lot to offer. We have been up and out since 7:00am, and to be honest, we would rather be sleeping than writing this… [Read Full Article]Education Travel,Global Education,Political Thoughts,PWT Guest Bloggers,Vietnam Student Trips