• Packing Tips: Pack for a Summer Abroad!

    When my boss told me that I was heading to Tanzania for a month this summer, I was so excited.

  • Summer Must-Reads for Teens

    Have a few extra hours (or days) on your hand this summer and want to read something that’s NOT on your AP English summer reading list?

  • Blog Collage

    Follow the Adventure

    Check out incredible stories of volunteer abroad experiences from high school students around the globe.

  • Slideshow

    Booking Airfare for the Best Deal

    Airline tickets are expensive- we’ve all been there, and most of us have come to accept this as a barrier when planning travel.

  • Slideshow

    A Real-Life Surfing Safari

    Costa Rica is known for it’s pristine beaches and untouched rainforests. In fact, almost 25% of the land is made up of national parks and protected areas!

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International travel, more often than not, includes layovers.

Ahh. The joy of the layover. These nuggets of time range from frantic 15-minute sprints through the terminal to 12-hour timesucks that find you brushing your teeth in an airport sink.

But, if you find yourself stuck in an airport terminal with time to spare, I’ve collected some time-honored tips for making the most of your day! Bring it on, airport.

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Graduates

Applying to colleges can be really stressful. All of a sudden it seems like there are endless tasks for you to complete– ordering transcripts, bugging your teachers and coaches for letters of recommendation, and writing the ever-dreaded essays.

And, as tough as the college application process is, it’s even worse (yes, it’s possible) when you drag your feet and wait until the last minute to get everything done!

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Today, the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil kicked off in spectacular fashion with a home team win over Croatia (3-1). Wondering what the next few days have in store for teams hailing from countries where Global Leadership Adventures operates programs? Check out our First Game Schedule and make time to cheer on your favorite team throughout the tournament– whether you’re abroad this summer or will be watching from home. Read More