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Do MBT Shoes Really Work?

Submitted by Ed Forteau on Wed, 11/16/2016 - 06:19

MBT stands for Masai Barefoot Technology. The company that makes MBT Shoes (also known as the anti-shoe) is Swiss Masai. The uniquely-designed, multi-layered, cured sole is designed to simulate walking in sand (similar to the natural walking environment of the Masai in Kenya). This creates a natural, uneven walking surface and forces the body to use all the major and stabilsing muscle groups, thus training the whole body to move correctly.

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White House Summit on Study Abroad and Global Citizenship

by Dr. Jessie Voigts / Jun 25, 2016 /

I truly believe that international education can change the world. From studying abroad, hosting exchange students, working abroad, doing international internships, taking international classes, learning languages, taking a gap year, asking questions and learning about people’s lives, and traveling, there is a plethora of ways to learn about people, places, cultures, and

Top Ten Unique Places to Stay in New York

by Bert Maxwell / Jan 24, 2013 /

Your itinerary is slightly booked, with enough room for serendipity. You've found the restaurants you want to experience, the neighborhoods you want to explore, and the museums you can't wait to get energized by. But where to stay? Whether you're a first time visitor to New York City, or an old hand, it's still a conundrum.

Wandering Educators Youth Travel Blogging Mentorship Program

by Dr. Jessie Voigts / Jan 22, 2012 /

Kids today face challenges that their parents and grandparents could never imagine. There are no clear career paths for them, because the way we work and live is constantly changing and evolving. This has also created opportunities, and a lifestyle, that didn't exist a decade ago. Now, more than ever, kids can truly live their dreams. They can create

Profiles in International Education: A Compendium

by Dr. Jessie Voigts / Nov 16, 2009 /

We've been lucky enough to interview many international educators here on Wandering Educators, for our series entitled Profiles in International Education.

Book Review Compendium

by Dr. Jessie Voigts / Apr 17, 2009 /

Recommended Short-term Lodging Options: A Compendium

Submitted by Asako Maruoka on Wed, 04/08/2009 - 22:37

At Wandering Educators, we know that finding a place to stay when you are traveling is one of the biggest decisions you can make. It will influence your entire stay, and hopefully ensure a good night’s rest. Here is a list of recommended places to stay, around the world, while you travel.

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Rough Guides Travel Guides

Submitted by Asako Maruoka on Tue, 03/10/2009 - 05:42

One of our newest travel guides partners is Rough Guides. They are a great travel guide publisher, and we're so pleased to be able to review their books for our Wandering Educators!

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DK Eyewitness Travel Guides

Submitted by Asako Maruoka on Tue, 03/10/2009 - 05:23

We are pleased to partner with DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, and will be reviewing many of their travel guides for our Wandering Educators.

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Roaring Forties Press

Submitted by Dr. Jessie Voigts on Thu, 03/05/2009 - 22:54

Roaring Forties Press is an innovative publishing company dedicated to the proposition that books can be smart and stylish. Focusing on travel and the arts, our books are designed to open our readers' eyes, literally and metaphorically.