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Traveling solo is empowering, but can also be a bit intimidating. Here are our top tips for solo female travelers to make sure you have the best possible experience with the least amount of stress.

The best gifts for your grandkids are ones that can enrich their lives in ways that most material possessions cannot. This holiday season, give them one of these 10 unique gifts.

From feats of design and engineering to monuments of cultural significance, here are our top 10 bridges around the world — and why they amaze us!

October 31 is best known as an American holiday filled with Halloween traditions like costumes, candy and pumpkins. But did you know most of these Halloween traditions find their origins in a Celtic holiday honoring spirits of the otherworld? In man...

All eyes are on Mario Chacon. Slowly, patiently, our Road Scholar Group Leader scans Costa Rica’s emerald jungle . Excitedly, he points up. “Sharon!” he calls. “I promised you a sloth today. See her? On that branch! Carrying h...

If you’re a grandparent with a budding astronaut or marine biologist on your hands, you may be looking for a way to connect with them. But where to start? Read on for our favorite places in the U.S. to learn about science with your grandkids.

Go inside your favorite films as you travel to movie filming locations around the world. Our solo travel expert Barbara Winard shares her tips on where to find the top movie filming locations for film buffs.

Paris is a destination like no other, but have you ever explored past the city center? Read about our favorite seven educational experiences no more than seven miles from the city center to see Île-de-France with fresh eyes.

After 11 years caring for her mother, sister and husband, Nancy Hardaway has many lessons to share. Read her tips for caregivers that could help you avoid caregiver burnout, accept help and be the best caregiver you can be.

Calling all teachers: It’s never too early to start planning your next learning adventure for winter break! From Santa Fe to Sorrento, gain valuable experiences you can share with your students in these top eight educational destinations for teachers.

College is back in session, inspiring many of us to recall special memories from those pivotal years in our lives. Our Road Scholars share their favorite college experiences and explain why they made such a lasting impact.

Do you love to explore the world on foot? Check out our list of top 9 walks around the world. Find out where the best walking trails are and what wildlife and nature discoveries you might find along each one.

Christie Hardwick shares a profound personal account of why enrolling in Road Scholar’s upcoming conference in Alabama on Civil Rights is a momentous occasion in her life.

Have you ever thought about traveling solo? Over 25% of Road Scholars travel solo, so you’re not alone! Hear from solo travel expert Barbara Winard about how to make friends when traveling with a group.

Imagine a world with no cars, where the air is cleaner, the pace of life is slower and exercise is a happy requirement of daily life. Explore our top eight car-free destinations and see why you should leave your car at home.

The Tournament of Roses Parade is a time-honored American tradition and the ultimate way to ring in the New Year. Check out our insider tips for making the most of your Rose Parade experience!

Arguably the best place in Africa to view wildlife, Tanzania is brimming with game reserves and safari parks. We’ve narrowed the list down to our favorite five locations to learn about the iconic animals of Africa and the people who call this place home.

What’s holding you back from going solo? Barbara Winard shares her six reasons why exploring on her own but with a group of Road Scholars is the best way to see the world. Find out how going solo with a group can bring you joy, too.

Wondering how you can create healthy habits after you retire? From diet ideas to exercise tips, retired Road Scholars share their wellness advice on how to stay healthy in retirement. Read their retirement health tips here!

United States-Cuba relations are once again front-page news. But if you read between the lines, you’ll see this is still a promising time for the people of Cuba and the Americans who want to make a difference in their lives.

On June 6th, 75 years ago, one of the most important events of WWII occurred: D-Day. Join Road Scholar Tom Nunn on an emotional journey to reconnect with his veteran father as he follows his footsteps to Normandy.

Enjoy a relaxing river cruise along the Douro River in Portugal or the Elbe River in Germany. Let the scenery sail by as you prepare for your next port of call. Here are five reasons why river cruises offer you the best way to explore Europe.

Go behind the scenes in the Road Scholar Trip Lab to learn about our inaugural Civil Rights Conference in Montgomery, Alabama, where participants will meet with civil rights historians and locals who have been involved in and impacted by the civil rights movement.

Road Scholar’s first employee shares his love of educational travel and his five favorite experiences with his grandchildren on Road Scholar learning adventures.