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07/01/2025

Smithsonian students who join our Peru 🇵🇪 program this summer have the unparalleled opportunity to participate in cutting-edge, ongoing research in the field of archaeology. 🔎

Read on to learn what sets this program apart, and why Peru is one of the best places in the world for high school students to explore archaeology, anthropology, and cultural heritage.

Head to our Blog 👉🏼 https://smithsonianstudenttravel.org/blog/2025/01/02/why-study-archaeology-in-peru/

03/01/2025

“Did you know that for nearly one year, retired astronaut Scott Kelly came into contact with only 12 humans? Living aboard the International Space Station for 340 days established a record-breaking mission for NASA.” 🧑‍🚀🚀
Fun fact courtesy of nasa.

🪐Visit NASA’s Johnson Space Center yourself, apply now to our program in Washington, D.C. & Houston: Aerospace & the Race to Mars.

01/01/2025

🎆 Happy New year 🎇
We are grateful for what was a wonderful 2024 and are ready for all that is to come in 2025!
May this be a year full of travel, new experiences and friendships — We hope you'll join us!

27/12/2024

“The expectations I had for this program were that my daughter would immerse herself in Japanese culture, visit modern and ancient sites, and enjoy Japanese foods and art. She did all of that and had the most amazing time. She also made great friends along the way that she misses already, and can’t wait to visit Japan again!” — 🇯🇵🏯
Kelly & Benedetto A., New Windsor, NY

👉🏼Japan: Living History from Ancient to Modern
📸: McKenzie S & William Liu

25/12/2024

✨Happy holidays ✨from the Smithsonian Student Travel team. May this holiday season be full of light, joy and peace. 🕊️

20/12/2024

The perfect combination between Art 🖼️ and Science 🔬. Experience France and Switzerland, countries that have been crossroads of European history and culture. From spectacular Swiss valleys to renowned art museums of Paris!
All this and more in our 🇫🇷France &🇨🇭Switzerland program: Art & Science from Paris to the Alps
📸: Aidan F & Dax L

18/12/2024

Let us share with you some of the highlights of our Geology, Climate Change, & Renewable Energy program in Iceland🇮🇸 ...

17/12/2024

Iceland's waterfalls are almost too numerous to count! 💧 Some estimate there are over 10.000, all fed by Iceland's ice, snow and glaciers. 🥶
Discover them yourself and apply now to our Geology, Climate Change, & Renewable Energy program in Iceland 🇮🇸.
📸: Ailee D / Farahh H / Adelyn C

13/12/2024

Ready to discover all the nocturnal creatures of the Costa Rican jungle? 🔦🌗
Venture along your expert guides in search of snakes, red-eyed tree frogs, tapirs, and other nocturnal mammals! 🐸
Apply now to our Costa Rica program: Wildlife Conservation from Jungle to Reef.

10/12/2024

Watch our recorded webinar! 🎥
Get an inside look at our programs and explore our unique itineraries. See photos from the field, find out what students can expect, and learn more about the Smithsonian Student Travel Experts who will join the groups for a portion of the itinerary.
📸: Erika Frisk

06/12/2024

Leader applications are open now! 🙌🏼
Our leaders are accomplished, knowledgeable in their program theme, inspiring, and fun. They are well traveled, hold professional and real-world experience, and love working with youth. In addition to being teachers and guides, Smithsonian Student Travel leaders serve as mentors, role models, and friends.
Apply now! 🫵🏼
📸: Erika Frisk

28/11/2024

The awe, the questions, the curiosity.
The wonders of history, the hidden marvels of our world, the will to discover.
Today we are grateful we get to witness and cultivate these in our programs and our students.
From our team, Happy Thanksgiving! 🤍

22/11/2024

🌱Explore all our Science & Nature programs! 🌿

🇮🇸Traverse Iceland’s rugged landscape to examine the effects of climate change.
🇨🇭Visit CERN, the world-class particle physics facility in Switzerland where scientists are working to unravel the mysteries of the universe.
🇺🇸Delve into the aerospace industry in Washington, D.C. and Houston with visits to the National Air & Space Museum and ISS Mission Control.
🇨🇷Or snorkel reefs off the coast of Costa Rica and learn about marine conservation efforts.

19/11/2024

Looking for Programs focused on History & Culture?
📖🗺️🌏
Travel abroad this summer and immerse yourself in the history and culture of vibrant destinations around the world. Get up close with ancient civilizations in Greece, explore the traditions of Shinto and Zen Buddhism in Japan, participate in active archaeological digs in Peru, taste regional specialties in Italy, and more.

15/11/2024

🖌️Interested in Art & Design? 🖍️
With the guidance and insights of trip leaders and an expert, each program is crafted to inspire and educate, enabling students to pursue their interests and explore potential career paths in art, design, architecture, sustainability, and beyond.
Check out:

🇫🇷🇨🇭France & Switzerland: Art & Science from Paris to the Alps

🇺🇸🇩🇰New York & Denmark: Architecture & Sustainable Design

11/11/2024

“My expectations were absolutely exceeded. I was expecting a positive group experience where I become more worldly and learn about the environment around me. I could not have had a better experience and would 100% do it again!”
—Farrah H.
🇮🇸 Iceland: Geology, Climate Change, & Renewable Energy

07/11/2024

Check out our NEW program in Slovenia 🇸🇮 & Croatia 🇭🇷 : Adventure & Exploration on the Adriatic!

Along the shores of the Adriatic Sea in southeastern Europe, explore ancient walled cities with cobbled streets, imposing fortresses, and iconic seaside beauty. Croatia and Slovenia boast a unique cultural mix of Central European, Mediterranean, and Slavic influence, especially evident in the architecture, cuisine, and folk traditions of these diverse countries.
Apply now!

04/11/2024

NEW program 🇻🇳 Vietnam: Artistic Traditions & Highland Culture!

Travel to northern Vietnam and immerse yourself in the country’s vibrant cultural heritage, experiencing the traditions and everyday life of the region’s many ethnic groups.
Learn more about this and all our 2025 programs on our website!

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