Slow Food: 3 Secrets of Italian Flavor

The concept of encouraging sustainable agriculture and locally-sourced ingredients produced with quality rather than quantity in mind has been gaining traction in recent years. But...

Travel Tips from the ACIS International Program Team

Traveling for the first time can always be an overwhelming experience. There is so much to remember and keep track of all the while trying...

The Importance of Saying Bonjour: A Guide to Speaking French in France

If you’re contemplating a school trip to France anytime soon, there are a few key phrases you should probably learn. ‘Bonjour’, ‘merci’ and ‘un café...

On Sketching

Traveling in a new place can be an overwhelming experience. I was reminded of this fact on a recent holiday in Andalusia. When you see...

How to Take Great Travel Photos – A Professional Photographer’s Guide

This guest post was contributed by Marc Goodwin, an architectural photographer, digital media instructor and ACIS tour manager from 2003-2011. He was born in London...

How To Pack for A Pathfinder Tour

This is a Guest Post from Tricia Holda, International Program Consultant at ACIS. She is about to embark on a Pathfinder tour with a group heading...

8 Tips From Travelers Who Have Been There, Done That.

Eagerly anticipating your next trip with ACIS? Of course you are! Whether your trip departure is on the horizon or more than a year away, traveling with...

Top things to see on your High School trip to Venice, Italy

Not many things in the world can beat the buzz of the water taxi from Marco Polo to the center of town. We had arranged...

Top Travel Trends For 2015

Hello 2015! Yes, the year Marty McFly visits in “Back to the Future Part 2,” has finally arrived.  Unfortunately, 2015 doesn't have the flying cars...

What to Wear to Costa Rica (Helpful Packing Tips)

We're big believers in being prepared travelers and packing light, but just because your travel gear is functional doesn't mean you can't be stylish! Your...