Florida Culture for the Week of May 6 by Josh Garrick
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I have several Facebook friends whom I’ve met through travel who don’t have a college degree.
You may have heard of the term worldschooling before – it’s a brilliant (and natural) concept, where you learn from the world around you. For travelers, this is an even better way to think about being in the world – for what is better than learning about where you are?
Well, the cultural travel geniuses at Approach Guides are at it again - enlightening travelers - and inspiring readers to learn more. I recently received a review copy of Maya Ruins of Mexico (look for many more book reviews of Approach Guides here on Wandering Educators), and I have to say, I am completely impressed.
Suddenly the treetops above us erupted in noise and chaos. We scrambled to grab our binoculars and craned our necks to find the source of mayhem high above our heads. Hearts beating fast, senses heightened, we quickly spotted a troop of tiny primates climbing and jumping through the canopy of the Amazon rainforest.
The Villa Borghese is a gorgeous city park in Rome, Italy. During a stroll in the park, you’ll find beautiful grounds and awe-inspiring views.
Preparing for college is a scary transition for both children and parents. A teen looking for the right place to study has the major decision of picking where he or she will spend the next few years growing, both emotionally and intellectually. A parent has to deal with the potential of dealing with separation anxiety along with the financial burden this could cause on a family.