Monday, March 26th, 2012
Legacies of the Vietnam War: Learning from Living History
Santa Barbara students in VietnamHi everyone,Just a quick update to let you know that the group is doing fantastic! The kids are great and their enthusiasm is inspiring!Yesterday was a full day of unprecedented educational opportunities. Nick Ut and Chris Wain gave the group an exclusive conference room for an eyewitness play-by-play of the fateful napalming that burned Kim Phuc… [Read Full Article]Education Travel,Global Education,Kim Phúc Vietnam War Survivor,Student travelers,Vietnam Student Trips
Sunday, March 25th, 2012
LAX to Saigon
Santa Barbara students in VietnamWe departed LAX as scheduled and spent the next 14 hours trying to get some sleep. All of us were spread throughout the main cabin, but there were quite a few seats unsold, so most of us got the chance to spread out and occupy multiple seats. Definitely made the sleeping a bit easier. Just ask… [Read Full Article]PWT Guest Bloggers,Teacher Highlights,Vietnam Student Trips
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
Monday, March 05th, 2012
Greetings From Sapa
Francis Parker School - South to North - Day ElevenWe trust you are well. Our group spent the last day and a half in the village of Lai Chai, located approximately ten (10) kilometers outside Sapa town. The experience began when students packed up two days' worth of clothes and necessities, and then hiked to Lao Chai along a winding… [Read Full Article]PWT Guest Bloggers,Teacher Highlights,Vietnam Student Trips
Monday, March 05th, 2012
Floating Markets and Bike Touring in the Mekong Delta
Francis Parker School - North to South - Day TenHello world. We are writing to you from the depths of the Mekong River Delta, a treacherous river jungle of snakes and wild catfish. Luckily, one beast we don’t have to worry about is the mighty mosquito, since they haven’t been “bugging” us lately. We got another early start this morning… [Read Full Article]PWT Guest Bloggers,Student travelers,Vietnam Student Trips