Exploring Gothic Architecture in Barcelona: A Student’s Guide

Why Study Gothic Architecture in Barcelona? There are so many beautiful styles of architecture in the world, but few pack the same weight of symbolism...

Visiting Versailles: What Everyone Should Know Before Touring the Palace

Why Versailles is a Must-Visit for Students of History Just outside of Paris stands one of the most iconic palaces in Europe: Versailles. This palace...

WWII Sites in Normandy: Student’s Guide to Visiting Omaha Beach and Beyond

Why Normandy is a Must-Visit for Students of History For any student interested in history, the beaches of Normandy will make a lasting impact on...

The Berlin Wall, 35 Years On

A City Divided Winston Churchill – perpetually the source of a splendid quote – gave his famous “Iron Curtain Speech” to an audience in London...

Fascinating Facts About 5 Wonders of Paris

Did the 2024 Summer Olympics make you want to visit Paris? We've heard it's always a good idea. Before you travel on your ACIS Educational...

7 Fun Facts About Florence

Florence is over 2,000 years old, meaning that there is so much history packed into the streets, the city is essentially a walkable museum. Before...

4 Goddesses of Ancient Egyptian Mythology

Ancient Egypt, renowned for its rich mythology, boasted a pantheon filled with deities embodying various facets of life. Among these divine figures, the goddesses stand...

New ACIS Content: AP Learning and Educational Travel

Travel has the power to inspire students and make a difference in the classroom: That applies to AP courses, too! ACIS Program Consultant Scott Martin,...

Mysteries of Machu Picchu

For many travelers, ascending the top of Machu Picchu in Peru is a travel bucket list goal. But apart from stunning views, what makes this...

Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia is Nearing Completion

Gaudi’s iconic Barcelona masterpiece the Sagrada Familia is finally nearing completion after over 140 years of construction. The four main posts which symbolize the four...