This March, we went to Trinidad and Tobago. It was just lovely - the wildlife, the people, and the food! We were amazed at the colorful birds, the abundance of fresh fruit, and the delicious fish. Our family relaxed, learned more about the islands, toured the asphalt lake, and swam, swam, swam. Come join us as we share our photos with you!
Trinidad beach
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SCHOLARS OFFER WALKING TOURS FOR CHILDREN
(AND THEIR LUCKY PARENTS)
We've written about Context Travel here on Wandering Educators before (many times, actually). We just love them. Here's their latest offering:
Context Florence launches a robust kid-friendly program, allowing families to explore the past and present in Florence and Tuscany.
August
19
/ 2008
BOOK GIVEAWAY SPECIAL
Love to travel? Learn about new cultures?
As a Special Bonus, Lonely Planet will give a copy of The Travel Book, to 2 randomly drawn commenters on this article. Post your comments - you might win!
One of our partners, Not For Tourists, has several unique offerings on their website this week. Check out the following highlights...
If Proust's Madeleine Were A Twinkie, by Rebecca Katherine Hirsch
Earlier this year, some of our family stayed in Trinidad, at a wonderful Eco-Inn. I was so impressed with the photos and stories they shared that I contacted the owners of the Le Grande Almandier Inn, to find out more for our Wandering Educators. I was lucky enough to talk with Wendy James, who is now our Trinidad & Tobago Editor! Here's what Wendy had to say...
WE: Please tell us about your inn, Le Grande Almandier...
August
18
/ 2008
Retrace America’s Fallen Heroes On A World War Two Tour of Europe
A new specialist European vacation is offering US veterans, their families and military history enthusiasts the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding into the American involvement into World War Two and the Normandy landings.