Why Middle Schools Travel with ACIS

Did you know that international educational travel opportunities can start as early as middle school? Even if they're not quite ready for college essays or...

An American Educator in Paris: My Time on the ACIS Paris and Reims Global Conference

Holly Swafford is an ACIS Group Leader from Alabama who traveled with ACIS for the first time in summer 2023. She shares her experience being...

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...

5 Haunted Sites for Your Trip to Great Britain and Ireland

It’s finally spooky season, and where better to explore haunted attractions than the British Isles? With thousands of years of history covering Celts, Romans, Vikings,...

A Big Adjustment on Tour: Walking in Europe

Cultural Contrast Does this scenario sound familiar? If not, it soon will. You've just arrived in Europe for the first time, filled with excitement and...

Three Hidden-Gem Museums for Your Student Tour to Munich

One of the best ways to get to know a city is to explore its hidden attractions. Munich, Germany, is home to several museums that...

10 Instagram Accounts to Inspire Your Next ACIS Trip to France

Social media has evolved from a way to communicate with friends to a launch pad for your next travel adventure. Instagram influencers share their recommendations...

ACIS Summer 2023 Travel Review

Summer 2023 was an absolute blast: It was wonderful having travel back in full swing around the world and seeing lives change in real time....

2 Summer Recipes to Inspire Italy Travel

It may be half-way through July, but we are approaching my favorite time of the summer: when my garden begins to overflow with its bounty,...

Returning to Peru in 2023

Peru had long been near the top of my list of travel destinations because of its amazing history, incredible landscapes and warm-hearted people.  Late last...