by Julia | Dec 9, 2022 | On-Site Visits
About a year ago, my husband and I started plotting a mini-sabbatical. This is my un-trademarked term for a scouting trip that is longer than a typical vacation but short of pulling up stakes and moving. When we take mini-sabbaticals, they are typically about a month...
by Julia | Nov 16, 2021 | On-Site Visits
EnRoute Site Visits in Italy! On November 1st, I stepped onto a plane to embark on my first international site visit in two years! Even as I type it, it’s hard to believe it’s been that long. Luckily, in the interim I’ve gotten to visit and recommend...
by Julia | Apr 23, 2019 | On-Site Visits
wow, wow WOW! Tom and I were blown away by the vibrance and energy of this island nation. And as with most places, we learned so much about the country’s complex history with the US. Overall, I would highly recommend Cuba as both a gapper destination or vacation...
by Julia | Dec 15, 2018 | On-Site Visits
I spent a truly incredible 12 days traveling in South Africa this November, visiting program partners and learning about this amazing country. Atop Lion’s Head in Cape Town! Here are some visual highlights of my trip: Cheetahs taking a break after a big meal...
by Julia | Dec 6, 2017 | On-Site Visits, travel
As I’ve explained in previous posts, traveling and conducting in-person site visits are integral to my work as a gap year advisor. I put my major travels on hiatus in 2016 as I welcomed my second daughter, so when 2017 rolled around, I wanted to do something...
by Julia | Mar 22, 2017 | On-Site Visits
They say you have to see it to believe it, and boy are they right! When it comes to vetting programs and activities for my students, I want firsthand experience. Sometimes that means taking surf lessons in Ireland (fun!). Sometimes that means learning never to take a...
