Soon we are off!
14 de mayo de 2023, Estados Unidos
In just a few days, a group of 11 students and two professors will be making their way to Southeast Asia for an intensive and culturally immersive study abroad program. Students are now hard at workLeer más
Breakfast in Doha
22 de mayo de 2023, Katar ⋅ ☀️ 99 °F
Our first real stop in Doha was for an authentic breakfast at a very popular spot. The owner greeted us warmly and we ate all kinds of interesting things, including a special milk tea.
Sheik's Camels
22 de mayo de 2023, Katar ⋅ ☀️ 99 °F
These camels are famous camel racing winners and now they belong to the Sheik. He has bought them and now they are on display where people can walk right up to them.
Falcon Culture
22 de mayo de 2023, Katar ⋅ ☀️ 99 °F
Falcons are a big part of the Qatari culture. This country used to be poor prior to finding natural gas and oil in the 1930s. At that point, there were two classes of people, and one was the betterLeer más
Mosque Visit
22 de mayo de 2023, Katar ⋅ ☀️ 99 °F
We visited a mosque and were able to enter the prayer room during one of the calls to prayer. Of course, the women had to be appropriately dressed and we received a little help. The guide alsoLeer más
Architecture in Qatar
22 de mayo de 2023, Katar ⋅ ☀️ 99 °F
It's nice for students to experience places so different from home. Clearly, nothing reminds us of Virginia!
Dhow Boating
22 de mayo de 2023, Katar ⋅ 🌙 91 °F
Almost surprise activity number one from my friend Ellen was a ride on a wooden junk boat and it has been amazing. We are learning about all of the different buildings.
World Cup
22 de mayo de 2023, Katar ⋅ 🌙 91 °F
This statute is on an island in the water and represents the world cup symbol. It looks very different from each angle and at one point it looks like a whale's mouth and eventually the symbol.
ViajeroThat is amazing. Can't imagine what it looks like in person. Boy...it's a balmy 91 degrees at night! EEK!
When in Rome...
22 de mayo de 2023, Katar ⋅ 🌙 86 °F
We went to a fantastic Syrian restaurant tonight and use of a hookah pipe is common. You can literally order one and smoke it while you eat dinner in the restaurant. Fortunately, it is tobacco minusLeer más
Syrian Dinner
22 de mayo de 2023, Katar ⋅ 🌙 86 °F
Dinner in the souk was fantastic, but I forgot to take pictures of the food. We had hummus and homemade pita, baba ghanouj, eggplant roasted with peppers, roasted lamb, chicken Shawarma, tabouli,Leer más
Souk Waqif
22 de mayo de 2023, Katar ⋅ 🌙 86 °F
We gave students time to explore this historic souk and it is not just a place for tourists. The fabrics and spices were incredible.
Part 2
23 de mayo de 2023, Katar ⋅ ☀️ 81 °F
We had the most amazing time with our host and hostess, Rob and Ellen. They put together an amazing itinerary for us. We are now on our way to Doha airport for part two of this adventure… Off toLeer más
What We Thought...
23 de mayo de 2023, Tailandia ⋅ ☁️ 97 °F
What we thought of Doha with our wonderful hosts, Ellen and Rob (as interpreted by Thai and professor Brazier).
Street Food
23 de mayo de 2023, Tailandia ⋅ ☁️ 84 °F
By the time we went out for food, it was relatively late. But we found one street restaurant open and the staff were so wonderful. Everyone had delicious food that cost very little. The owner wasLeer más
Spirit Houses
23 de mayo de 2023, Tailandia ⋅ ☁️ 84 °F
Students have studied Buddhism in preparation for our travels. And tonight they saw two spirit houses, a house for the spirits that is outside of your home or business. They can be ornate or simple,Leer más
Turkish Ice Cream
23 de mayo de 2023, Tailandia ⋅ 🌧 95 °F
Forgot to post this yesterday. Ice cream is a fun experience in the market.
Royal Palace
24 de mayo de 2023, Tailandia ⋅ ☁️ 97 °F
At first stop of the day was the royal palace and it does not disappoint. The structures reflect lots of different cultures, including Burmese and Cambodian.
ViajeroPicture can not do the Palace justice with all the shimmer. My year it was cloudy and rainy, but it still shines.
Melanie MarksSo true. We had a sunny day and it was so shiny. But pics don't capture it well.
Wat Pho
24 de mayo de 2023, Tailandia ⋅ ☁️ 95 °F
This temple houses one of the most beautiful reclining Buddha's in Thailand. You see James putting coins in individual pots which will bring us good luck in our travels.
Flower and Vegetable Market
24 de mayo de 2023, Tailandia ⋅ 🌧 90 °F
We explored the Bangkok vegetable and flower markets. Both are huge and pick up starting at midnight.
TukTuks
24 de mayo de 2023, Tailandia ⋅ 🌧 90 °F
We rode tuk tuks to Chinatown, in lieu of the subway. It's a fun way to travel.
Chinatown
24 de mayo de 2023, Tailandia ⋅ 🌧 90 °F
Great time exploring Chinatown. It would be very easy to get lost in the maze of alleyways.
Award Winning Pad Thai
24 de mayo de 2023, Tailandia
This plate of pad Thai noodles will ruin you. Absolutely delicious and about $2.75.
ViajeroThis looks sooo good and the price is incredible. Emma is loving life!
Thai Fried Chicken
25 de mayo de 2023, Tailandia ⋅ ☁️ 82 °F
This meal is always a hit and comes with cucumbers and Thai sweet chili sauce. Price is about $1.50!
Salt Farming
25 de mayo de 2023, Tailandia ⋅ ☁️ 86 °F
Our first stop today was at a salt farm outside of Bangkok. We are not that far from the sea and so they are harvesting salt water and making different kinds of salt, from commercial salt like we useLeer más
Popsicle Maker & Coconuts
25 de mayo de 2023, Tailandia ⋅ ☁️ 90 °F
This gentleman is making Popsicles in a special machine. The students were treated to one and flavors were amazing… Blue Hawaiian, coconut, mango, pineapple, Fanta, etc. Then they tried freshLeer más
ViajeroSo excited to live vicariously through my student!! Thanks for allowing us to follow your adventures through this forum.