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There are hundreds of state parks across the country, and you only need one to jumpstart an adventure. These 12 state parks stand out for their beauty, history and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities.

In the wake of the heartbreaking fire at France’s Notre Dame Cathedral, the thoughts of the Road Scholar community are with Paris as the city works together to rebuild this incredible cultural landmark.

Get rid of those winter blues and plan an exciting educational adventure to Southern Europe this winter! There are countless benefits to going in the off-season, but we’ve narrowed down the top six reasons why winter is the perfect time to learn abroad.

What is Instagram? Why should I use it? If you’re unsure if Instagram is right for you, read why 50+ grandparent blogger Karen Ritz loves using Instagram, especially for adding a bit of color and travel inspiration into her life.

The romance of traveling by ship is legendary — but for us, voyages allow us to create immerse experiences in the world’s grandest ports, to discover treasured cultures and rich local histories. We create learning adventures around the world on hundreds of ships of all kinds, and these ten vessels are at the head of the class when it comes to learning and the onboard experience.

Toronto is one of the world’s most diverse cities — the perfect place to experience and study world religions all in one place. Hear two participants’ account of their Toronto World Religions experience.

Making connections. Bridging cultures. Sharing ideas. Understanding differences. Developing friendships. Now, more than ever, the world needs you and Road Scholar. Why now? Because you and I can make a difference in the world. Together, we ...

What are the best ways to keep your identity safe online? Road Scholar’s IT Security Manager shares some tips for protecting yourself on the internet.

Do you have Irish roots? Are you fascinated by Celtic history? From Canada to Argentina, get a taste of Celtic heritage in these seven spots outside of Ireland that have been touched by Celtic culture.

Did you know that Havana is turning 500 in 2019? Read this article to hear Road Scholar’s top 10 reasons to celebrate this amazing Cuban city this year, from the free concerts to newly renovated historic landmarks.

I admit it. I’m a head-over-heels Anglophile. I love England, I love the English and I even love English food. (Well, most English food.) I come by this bias honestly. My father was in the U.S. Foreign Service, and my family had the good fortun...

Interested in traveling to Antarctica? We’ve got all the tips and tricks you’ll need to prepare you for your cruise to Antarctica, from Antarctica packing tips to what to expect on your Antarctica cruise.

When it comes to picking a movie to watch on a Friday night, it’s all too common to suffer from a paralysis of choice. Film critic and Road Scholar instructor Alci Rengifo shares his tips for selecting and watching films that will leave a lasting impact on you.

Paris is one of the most romantic cities in the world. Whisk your chérie away on a trip to the City of Light and add some romance to your French adventure with one of these romantic things to do in Paris.

Learn about these significant historical anniversaries happening worldwide in 2019 and choose your favorite historical event to inspire your next learning adventure with Road Scholar.

In case you didn't catch our Facebook live broadcast on December 10th, we have some big news to share with you: Road Scholar is launching a series of exclusive learning adventures aboard our own floating campus - the Aegean Odyssey!

Come along for one of the most extraordinary voyages of them all — a journey across the Drake Passage to Antarctica.

Find out how Road Scholars’ tuition makes an impact on Chincoteague Island by preserving history at the Museum of Chincoteague.

Follow Road Scholar’s good friend Christie Hardwick on a journey to two of the world’s most extraordinary places.

For our 2019 Destination of the Year, we could only think of one place as rich in culture as it is in beauty: France. Whether you’ve never ventured to France or are a seasoned traveler, you’ll find there’s always something new to learn and somewhere new to explore. Here are our top five reasons you should celebrate France with us in 2019 …

The Road Scholar Trip Lab has woven together a list of the most exciting destinations for 2019. Tune in each day to count down with us from the #10 destination to our 2019 Destination of the Year at #1.

How would you describe the perfect retirement town or environment? We asked more than 500 Baby Boomers this question—they mentioned 16 features, and it sounds like paradise to us, rich in culture, learning, nature, and social connection.

America’s history in global conflicts are memorialized on beaches, in cemeteries and in museums around the world. We’ve put together a list of some of the top U.S. military sites for veterans — or any American — to visit, from Oahu to Omaha Beach.

Calling all lovers of history, architecture, art or culture! These 13 historical cemeteries around the world, from Paris to Pennsylvania and Cuba to Croatia, will make fascinating additions to your life list.