Mexico City Students visiting Mexico City (multi-day excursion) experience one of the world’s largest cities with a history dating back to 1325. The historic centre, the Zocalo, where once stood the pyramids and palaces of Moctezuma, now paves the way to the National Palace. Outside of the city, Teotihuacan, City of the Gods, stands as…
Belize Students visiting Belize (multi-day excursion) experience a culturally diverse and mixed race country with one foot in Latin America and the other in the Caribbean. There is the creole/(Afro-European mixture) population as well as the native Maya people. Attractions include exploring the lush jungles with exotic plants and animals, swimming and snorkeling in the…
Cuba Students visiting Cuba (full week excursion) have the opportunity to experience the cities of Havana, Trinidad, Cienfuegos, Santa Clara, which few Americans have been fortunate to visit.
Riviera Maya Students visiting the Riviera Maya (multi-day excursion) in the state of Quintana Roo experience local living in the quiet fishing villages away from the tourist bustle in this region.
Playa Progreso Students can visit this beach by public bus. Playa Progreso is a well-known local beach and has long been a crucial link to the world. Its foundation came about due to necessity. During the height of the henequen (sisal) export era, the port town of Sisal (west of Progreso) was the main cargo departure point…
Mexico City Mexico City is a stunning cosmopolitan blend of traditional and modern, evident in its impressive architecture, artwork, food, music, and fashion. Despite Mexico City’s size and population, its distinct and lively neighborhoods lend the capital an intimate, almost homey feel. We explore the famous Zocalo, cutting-edge exhibits like those found at the National…
Cenote Ik Kil Students love swimming in this dreamlike cenote, a beautiful underground swimming hole rich with lush green vines. Cenotes were spiritually important to the Maya, and there are many theories about their significance to death rituals, fertility offerings, and a connection to the underworld.