Did you know that Alaska is twice the size of Texas? Or that Paris is home to the Louvre, the biggest art museum in the world? Have you heard that elephants have 100,000 muscles in their trunks alone?
There’s no doubt you’ll make some BIG discoveries on your Road Scholar learning adventure, and we hope that the experiences in this book will inspire some future memory-making moments with your grandchild. We also invite you to enjoy the Grandparents Week celebration over at GrandparentsAcademy.com!
We’ve sprinkled in some fun games, puzzles and trivia here for you to enjoy during down time on your program. We hope you’re having a GRAND time together and we can’t wait to see you on your next learning adventure!”
Your Friends at Road Scholar
Can I Get Your Autograph?
You’re likely surrounded by Road Scholars with fascinating backgrounds and stories to tell — so here’s your chance to learn more about them! Interview your fellow travelers to find those who can answer the following prompts. Then, get their autograph as a souvenir once you learn more about their stories and get to know your group better!
Costa Rican Critters Are Everywhere!
Uh-oh … we invited a few Costa Rican animals to help us celebrate our 2024 Campus of the Year, and now they are everywhere!
2024 COSTA RICA
Can you find 10 Costa Rican critters in this book? Find the answers on p. 34.
I have been on at least one other Road Scholar adventure before.
BONUS: Which one/ones?
I have had a pet other than a cat or a dog
I have traveled to another country.
BONUS: What country/countries?
I volunteer for an organization in my community.
BONUS: What is the name of the organization?
I have visited at least 10 states.
I speak another language.
I have a hidden talent.
BONUS: What is it?
I play a musical instrument.
↑ Blue Whale ↑ Sea Turtle
↑ Moray Eel
↑ Sloth
↑ Hummingbird ↑ Frog
↑ Dolphin ↑ Baird’s Tapir
↑ Bat ↑ Toucan
X Alaska
Wild About Alaska: Glaciers & Wildlife With Your Grandchild
Alongside your grandchild, explore Alaska by foot, train, raft, dog sled and boat to get up close to towering glaciers and awesome wildlife.
X Honolulu, Hawaii
Snorkeling, Surfing & Submarines in Hawaii With Your Grandchild
Get your feet wet with your grandchild on a marine adventure through the islands as you surf, snorkel and ride a submarine through the warm, tropical waters of Hawaii.
X Honolulu, Hawaii
Hawaiian Water Adventure: A Family Marine Exploration
Hawaii is home to surfing, volcanoes, soft sandy beaches and vibrant coral reefs. Come wet your feet as you and your family set out on a marine adventure through the islands.
Explore the “Island of the Blue Dolphins” With Your Grandchild
Trace the footsteps of Karana from “Island of the Blue Dolphins,” learning about local Chumash culture, snorkeling the Channel Islands and experiencing the marine life up close.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 13
Refer to 22313WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 12.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Study the real story of Karana and learn about the history that inspired the book.
• Travel by boat to Santa Cruz Island, within Channel Islands National Park, submerge yourself in the protected waters while you swim in a kelp forest.
• Learn watersport techniques as you experience the thrill of ocean waves and kayak with the calm harbor waters.
See dates and prices online.
Magical Yosemite With Your Grandchild: Trains, Gold & Robots
Create lasting memories on a uniquely Californian adventure with your grandchild as you ride a steam engine, pan for gold, construct robots and learn the story of Yosemite.
Length: 5 Days/4 Nights Meals: 11
Refer to 20349WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 8 - 12.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Board a steam engine train for a ride through the sugar pine forest to learn about the gold rush and the area’s logging history.
• Explore Yosemite from the spectacular cascading waters of Bridalveil Fall to the giant sequoia trees — the oldest and largest species on earth!
• Head to the Baker Swim Complex to learn to create and manipulate a real underwater robot, and spend some swim time in the pool yourself!
See dates and prices online.
X Oakhurst, California
X Santa Rosa, California
From A to Zebra: A Sonoma Serengeti Safari With Your Grandchild
Spot African animals like giraffes and zebras from an authentic safari jeep and camp in tents on a wildlife preserve in the “Sonoma Serengeti” with your grandchild.
Length: 4 Days/3 Nights Meals: 8
Refer to 15605WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 7 - 11.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Enjoy a truly immersive African experience by staying overnight in tents imported from Africa with views of grazing giraffes!
• Get up close with a private presentation of mammals and other fun reptiles of all shapes and sizes.
• Move to the rhythm and beat of African music during a private dance lesson.
See dates and prices online.
X San Francisco, California
Bridges, Redwoods & Alcatraz: San Francisco With Your Grandchild
A jailhouse that has stories to tell, bridges that stretch across the sparkling sea and the tallest trees on Earth! Discover these and more in the Bay Area with your grandchild.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 11
Refer to 21059WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 10 - 14.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Experience natural and cultural wonders including Redwoods at Muir Woods and the complex history of Alcatraz Island.
• Go behind the scenes at the Academy of Sciences, where you’ll be transported into a rainforest, an earthquake and into a starry night sky!
• Learn what life was like for people aboard the Jeremiah O’Brien, a WWII ship that is now a living museum near Fisherman’s Wharf.
See dates and prices online.
X Portland, Oregon
Portland & Beyond: An Outdoor Adventure With Your Grandchild
Zip, raft, kayak and hike your way through the great outdoors with your grandchild, all while learning why eco-friendly Portland is one of the coolest cities around!
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 13
Refer to 24157WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 10 - 13.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• See booming waterfalls up close during an expert-led hike through the Columbia River Gorge.
• Learn about local wildlife as you kayak along the Willamette River and spend a day rafting on the North Santiam River.
• Soar among huge Douglas Firs and Western Red Cedars at a zipline park, a thrilling bonding experience!
Whales & Trails: A San Juan Island Adventure With Your Grandchild
On this “whale” of an adventure, explore the waterways and trails of the San Juan Islands afoot and afloat in search of orca whales, and learn all about these intelligent animals!
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 14
Refer to 19929WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 13.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• During a three-hour boat expedition, search for orca whales, porpoises, harbor seals, sea birds and sea lions.
• Learn about the orcas’ social intelligence on a field trip to a whale research outpost station, and choose a whale to “adopt” as you learn about its history and follow its future.
Itinerary: Arrival Seattle, 1 night; coach to Friday Harbor, 4 nights; coach to Seattle, departure.
See dates and prices online.
X Lower Salmon River, Idaho
Whitewater Rafting on Idaho’s Salmon River With Your Grandchild
Float off on a whitewater rafting adventure with your grandchild on the Salmon and Snake Rivers as you learn about paddling, petroglyphs and pioneer history and go camping on the beach!
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 15
Refer to 4954WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 13 - 17.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Experience 3-4 hours of river rafting each day, then arrive at camp in the afternoon to swim, fish, play Frisbee, explore and more while your group leaders prepare dinner.
• While rafting, stop to explore historic sites such as Native American rock art, pioneer homesteads and Chinese rock houses that dot the historic river canyon.
See dates and prices online.
A Classic American Song
… or is it? Fill in the blanks to come up with the new lyrics to Home on the Range!
Oh give me a where the roam.
And the and the play.
Where seldom is a word
And the are not all day.
Give me a where the sand
ADJECTIVE
Throws its from the glittering .
Like the goes gliding along
Like a in a dream. Home, home on the
Where the and the play. Where seldom is a word,
And the are not all day.
X Kalispell, Montana
Raft, Ride & Slide
in Glacier National Park With Your Grandchild
Alongside your grandchild, raft the Flathead River, look for wildlife, enjoy a gondola ride up Big Mountain and race down on an alpine slide on this national park adventure.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 13
Refer to 20884WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 8 - 12.
See dates and prices online.
FAMILY PROGRAM OFFERED:
For three generations (grandchildren ages 8 & up).
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights
Refer to 22729WDJ online or when calling.
See dates and prices online.
X Gardiner, Montana
Yellowstone’s Great Outdoors With Your Grandchild
Explore the wonders of Yellowstone National Park with your grandchild as you horseback ride, hike, raft the Yellowstone River and learn about geysers, hot springs and fumaroles!
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 14
Refer to 17306WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 12.
See dates and prices online.
FAMILY PROGRAM OFFERED:
For three generations (grandchildren ages 9 & up).
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights
Refer to 20977WDJ online or when calling.
See dates and prices online.
X West Yellowstone, Montana
Wildlife & Geysers: Yellowstone With Your Younger Grandchild
Get to know Yellowstone with your grandchild as you kayak, ride horses, discover spouting geysers, watch for bears, wolves and bison, and earn your Junior Ranger badge!
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 14
Refer to 14910WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 8 - 11.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Connect with your inner cowboy on a horseback ride through prime wildlife habitats, and keep your eyes open for fox and other fur bearers along the way.
• Grab a paddle and hit the water on a kayaking excursion on Yellowstone Lake. You WILL get wet!
• Identify Yellowstone’s elk, bison, marmots, pronghorns and birds of prey using spotting scopes with the help of a naturalist.
See dates and prices online.
X Peach Springs, Arizona
Exploring & Rafting the Western Grand Canyon With Your Grandchild
Explore the Western Grand Canyon with your grandchild as you whitewater raft the Colorado River, learn about the life of a cowboy!
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 14
Refer to 2519WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 13.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Raft 37 wild and scenic miles of the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon.
• Learn about the Grand Canyon’s Geology while taking in the spectacular vistas of the Canyon’s South Rim.
• Drive the only road to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and picnic and play on a Colorado River beach.
See dates and prices online.
X Arizona
Red Rocks & Rafting: Sedona & Grand Canyon With Your Grandchild
Alongside your grandchild, find adventure in Sedona’s Red Rocks and the Grand Canyon as you whitewater raft, explore hidden waterfalls and aweinspiring views!
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 15
Refer to 2520WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 12.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Experience the Grand Canyon’s beauty on a walk along the South Rim and a ride to the bottom of the canyon through the Hualapai Reservation.
• Experience a 37-mile whitewater adventure in the Grand Canyon on a motorized raft.
• Explore Sedona’s red rock country by jeep to see off-the-beaten-path sights, and get up close to local desert critters during a wildlife presentation!
See dates and prices online.
X Tucson, Arizona
Rope & Ride at the White Stallion Ranch With Your Grandchild
Get ready to rope and ride with your grandchild on a working dude ranch in Arizona! Learn to ride and groom horses, stargaze, sing cowboy songs and more on this Wild West adventure.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 14
Refer to 20350WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 10 - 14.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Take the reins as you set out on low-key horseback trail rides to practice your horsemanship skills.
• Enjoy an Exhibition Ranch Rodeo, and learn about plants and animals at the nearby Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum.
• Far from the light pollution of any city, see millions of stars at an evening “Star Party,” and sing cowboy songs around the bonfire.
See dates and prices online.
X Arizona
Exploring the Grand Canyon’s North & South Rims With Your Family
Explore the Grand Canyon’s North and South Rims, learn about Native American culture and fly above the Colorado River for a bird’s-eye view!
Length: 7 Days/6 Nights Meals: 16
Refer to 21290WDJ online or when calling.
z For grandchildren ages 9 - 17.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Climb aboard one of Sedona’s famed “Pink Jeeps” to explore red-rock canyons and dramatic scenic vistas not accessible to most visitors.
• Take a thrilling narrated flight high above the Grand Canyon in a fixed-wing aircraft, enjoying bird’s-eye views of the Colorado River and inner canyon.
Itinerary: Arrival Phoenix, 1 night; to Grand Canyon South Rim, 2 nights; to Marble Canyon, 1 night; to Grand Canyon North Rim, 1 night; to Phoenix, 1 night; departure.
See dates and prices online.
X Arizona
Exploring & Rafting the Western Grand Canyon With Your Family
Explore the Western Grand Canyon with your family as you whitewater raft the Colorado River, and learn about the life of a cowboy!
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 14
Refer to 9878WDJ online or when calling.
z For grandchildren ages 9 - 18.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Raft 37 wild and scenic miles of the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon.
• Learn about the Grand Canyon’s Geology while taking in the spectacular vistas of the Canyon’s South Rim.
• Drive the only road to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and picnic and play on a Colorado River beach, deep in the Canyon on the Hualapai Reservation.
Itinerary: Arrivals, Tempe, AZ, 1 night; Peach Springs, 4 nights; departure.
See dates and prices online.
X Flagstaff, Arizona
River Rafting & Railroads: The Grand Canyon With Your Grandchild
Share the journey of a lifetime with your grandchild as you visit the Grand Canyon via train, raft the Colorado River and see ancient Indian cliff dwellings at a National Monument.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 14
Refer to 5831WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 12.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Raft the Colorado River beneath 800-foot towering sandstone cliffs, and stop for a short hike to see 1,000 year-old cave drawings.
• Participate in a Challenge Course with both low and high elements, such as a thrilling free fall to the “Giants Swing.”
• Enjoy a western shoot-out show on your train ride to the South Rim and help the good guys capture the bandits on board.
See dates and prices online.
Search for the Parks
Can you find the names of 12 National Parks in the United States?
Can you name the
TALL TALES Giant
X Utah & Arizona
Rafting, Hiking & Horses: Zion National Park With Your Family
Get a new perspective on Utah and Arizona’s national parks with your family as you hike, climb and horseback ride, learning the unique story of these beautiful places.
X The Southwest
Colorful Canyons: Zion, Bryce & Grand Canyon With Your Grandchild
From stunning landscapes and ancient geology to horse-back riding and Native American art, set off on an adventure with your grandchild in the national parks of Utah and Arizona.
Length: 7 Days/6 Nights Meals: 17
Refer to 20966WDJ online or when calling.
z For grandchildren ages 8 - 17.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Enjoy all kinds of adventures at Zion Ponderosa Ranch, like horseback riding, paint ball, jeep tour and much more!
• In Zion National Park, hike on the Pa’rus trail which runs along the Virgin River. Watch for mule deer and wild flowers as you take in the magnificent sandstone cliffs.
• Take a flat water float trip down the mighty Colorado River; then explore the swirly and striped beauty of Antelope Canyon— the most photographed slot canyon of the desert Southwest.
Itinerary: Arrival St. George (Utah), 2 nights; coach to Zion Ponderosa Ranch, 2 nights; coach to Lake Powell (Arizona), 1 night; coach to St. George, 1 night; departure.
See dates and prices online.
Length: 8 Days/7 Nights Meals: 19
Refer to 8731WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 10 - 14.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Watch wranglers ride the bulls at the Bryce Canyon Country Rodeo, and saddle up yourself as you ride on mule or horse back through Bryce Canyon.
• Meet an eagle falconer and his feathered friends (a falcon, a hawk and a golden eagle) during a live birds of prey presentation.
• Spend nights in each of these canyons observing wildlife, exploring the landscape and learning about geology, ecology and human history.
Itinerary: Las Vegas, 1 night; coach to Zion (Springdale), 2 nights; coach to Bryce, 2 nights; coach to Grand Canyon North Rim, 1 night; coach to Kanab, Utah, 1 night, coach to Las Vegas; departure.
See dates and prices online.
X Mount Rushmore, South Dakota
Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse & the Badlands With Your Grandchild
Enjoy a classic American adventure with your grandchild as you visit the epic monuments of the Black Hills, ride horses, dig for fossils, pan for gold, look for buffalo and much more!
X Hutchinson, Kansas
STEM Kansas: Aviation & Space Exploration With Your Grandchild
Enjoy a high-flying adventure with your grandchild as you get hands-on in a shuttle simulator, take flight aboard a single-engine plane & learn how rockets work at a live presentation!
X St. Charles, Missouri
Missouri & Beyond: Discover Space & Science With Your Grandchild
Set out on an adventure of discovery in St. Louis, where you’ll build a rocket, simulate a space mission, learn about constellations and inspire your grandchild to shoot for the stars!
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 13
Refer to 15968WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 8 - 13.
See dates and prices online.
FAMILY PROGRAM OFFERED:
For three generations (grandchildren ages 8 & up).
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights
Refer to 4752WDJ online or when calling.
See dates and prices online.
Length: 5 Days/4 Nights Meals: 12
Refer to 14914WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 10 - 14.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Step inside the new Astralis simulator which is modeled after the Orion capsule, and work together to accomplish mission goals with your flight crew team.
• See how rockets work in the midst of amazing explosions at Dr. Goddard’s Lab, and work with your team to build your own rocket for launch!
• Explore 650 feet beneath the Kansas Wheat to visit an underground salt museum.
See dates and prices online.
Length: 7 Days/6 Nights Meals: 15
Refer to 21935WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 11.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Enjoy a simulated space mission at the Challenger Learning Center.
• Spend a day with drones and compete in a drone obstacle course.
• Marvel at the engineering feat and spectacular views from the top of the St. Louis Arch.
See dates and prices online.
X St. Charles, Missouri
A Scientific World of Discovery With Your Younger Grandchild
Delve into Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math with your grandchild during hands-on experiments and activities with scientists and art experts.
X Sandstone, Minnesota
Rafting & Raptors: Northwoods Minnesota With Your Grandchild
Experience the great outdoors in Minnesota’s Northwoods. Try a variety of different sports while learning about the wildlife that also plays in this dense, green forest.
X Chicago, Illinois
Exploring the Wonders of Science: Chicago With Your Grandchild
Alongside your grandchild, discover the wonders of Science while exploring the Windy City. Practice your problem solving skills as you build a robot and design a zoo habitat for a Lion.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 12
Refer to 22895WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 6 - 8.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Head to the famous St. Louis Science Center where you’ll work together with your grandchild to create a “Scribble Bot” robot.
• Experience the magic of 1,000 live tropical butterflies flying freely at Sachs Butterfly House.
• Embrace your inner astronaut at the Challenger Learning Center’s simulated spacecraft before tackling hands-on projects that explore the possibility of life on Mars.
See dates and prices online.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 14
Refer to 23100WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 12 - 15.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Enjoy whitewater rafting on the St. Louis River; the largest tributary to Lake Superior in the U.S.
• Outdoor rock climb with climbing pros and experience the Northwoods from a different perspective.
• Learn about birds of prey with expert instructors and get up close with snakes, frogs, salamanders and toads!
See dates and prices online.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 12
Refer to 23719WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 8 - 11.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Explore some of Chicago’s most iconic museums and learn about the animals at the Lincoln Park Zoo.
• Build your very own robot and see it in action at the end of the workshop.
• Explore Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry with fun and engaging activities included for all ages
See dates and prices online.
Trivia From Around the World
Learning is the name of the game on our adventures — your knowledge and learn something new along the way with these fun facts.
1. Lions can reach impressive speeds — how fast can they run?
2. When was the word “robot” invented?
“Robot” comes from the Czech word “robota,” or “forced labor.”
Learn more about robots on Exploring the Wonders of Science: Chicago With Your Grandchild (page 15).
3. Where was the first cog railroad that goes up the side of a mountain established?
5. Geysers are hot springs that can erupt spouts of steam and hot water. What language does the word “geyser” come from?
4. Orcas might also be known as killer whales, but they are actually what kind of animal?
The word “geyser” comes from the word “geysir,” which means “to gush.”
Learn more about geysers and geology on Land of Fire & Ice: Iceland With Your Grandchild (page 31).
7. Parrotfish, sea urchins and lobsters can all be found in what kind of ecosystem?
6. Which country is home to over 500,000 different species?
There is only one type of this ecosystem in the continental United States, and it can be found in Florida.
Learn more about reef ecosystems on Snorkeling the Coral Reef in Key Largo With Your Grandchild (page 17).
BONUS →
Answers: 1. 50 mph (in short bursts); 2. 1920 (as part of the play “Rossum’s Universal Robots”); 3. Mount Washington Cog Railway in
New Hampshire, (and it is still operating today!); 4. Dolphin (they are the largest member of the family); 5. Icelandic; 6. Costa Rica; 7. Coral Reef.
BONUS →
X Puerto Rico
Snorkeling & Wildlife: Puerto Rico With Your Grandchild
Explore the coral reefs and ecosystems of Puerto Rico with your grandchild as you snorkel through the underwater world, hike a nature reserve and zipline through a rainforest!
Length: 7 Days/6 Nights Meals: 16
Refer to 21500WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 14.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Snorkel among the coral reefs of Caracoles Key and Culebra or Icacos Island (depending on weather), some of the most beautiful eco-destinations in the Caribbean.
• Embark on a nighttime boat trip to see a bio-luminescent bay in Parguera.
Itinerary: Arrival San Juan, 1 night; coach to Guanica, 3 nights; coach to San Juan, 2 nights; departure.
See dates and prices online.
X Key Largo, Florida
Snorkeling the Coral Reef in Key Largo With Your Grandchild
Snorkel Florida’s coral reef—the third largest in the world! See marine animals up close and learn from experts at an historic marine park.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 14
Refer to 21018WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 14.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Snorkel at Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, which protects the third-largest living coral barrier reef system in the world.
• Visit the Dolphin Research Center and observe the narrated sessions with our animal family, and ask questions during and between these sessions.
• Expert-led walking field trip through a mangrove habitat to learn about the importance of this dynamic living environment.
X Orlando, Florida
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter With Your Grandchild
Delve into the wizarding world as you explore Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade with your grandchild, and go behind the scenes to find out how Universal Studios makes the magic happen.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 13
Refer to 22827WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 13.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Pass through Platform 9 ¾™ and ride the Hogwarts™ Express to explore both Harry Potter parks on your own during free time with a three-day, two-park pass.
• Learn about owls like Hedwig and Pigwidgeon and meet different types of raptors at a rescue center for birds of prey.
• Play a real life game of quidditch.
See dates and prices online.
See dates and prices online.
X Orlando, Florida
Spaceships & Surfboards: Cocoa Beach With Your Grandchild
Hang ten and blast off as you take surfing lessons, explore the Indian River Lagoon, strap into a space shuttle experience and chat with a real-live astronaut on the Space Coast.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 14
Refer to 22825WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 11 - 15.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• At the Kennedy Space Center, chat with an astronaut and learn about life in space from someone who has been there firsthand!
• Take a surfing lesson with your grandchild from one of Florida’s best surfing schools.
• Kayak together around the harbor islands as you watch for wildlife like manatees, and see some wildlife up close during a live animal show.
X Jekyll Island, Georgia
Discover Georgia’s Barrier Islands With Your Grandchild
Adventure awaits with your grandchild as you sail on a shrimp boat, climb a storied lighthouse, meet injured sea turtles and search for nesting turtles on a night beach walk!
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 12
Refer to 2534WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 12.
See dates and prices online.
FAMILY PROGRAM OFFERED:
For three generations (grandchildren ages 10 & up).
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights
Refer to 23552WDJ online or when calling.
See dates and prices online.
X Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Magic, Music & Nature: The Great Smokies With Your Grandchild
Learn about show biz from local musicians, create a musical instrument and live life as a passenger on the Titanic as you discover the wonders of the Great Smokies with your grandchild.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 13
Refer to 21737WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 8 - 12.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Explore the history of Dollywood, one of the most unique theme parks, packed with rides, concert venues and mountain crafts.
• Meet a stage magician to learn about show-biz life, and laugh, listen and eat your fill at Dolly Parton’s Stampede.
• Explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park on a light, refreshing hike.
See dates and prices online.
See dates and prices online.
X Chattanooga, Tennessee
Underwater and Outer Space: Chattanooga With Your Grandchild
Learn all about Chattanooga and beyond as you and your grandchild ride a historic train, experience a space simulator, visit an underground waterfall and spend a night at an aquarium!
X Chincoteague Island, Virginia
Ocean Science Adventures on Chincoteague Bay With Your Grandchild
Learn all about the ocean and the animals that live in it with your grandchild as you study prehistoric horseshoe crabs, explore a salt marsh, collect sea critters and more!
Misty of Chincoteague: An Island Adventure With Your Grandchild
Alongside your grandchild, discover the real-world setting of Marguerite Henry’s “Misty of Chincoteague,” joining local experts to explore the island habitats where wild ponies roam!
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 12
Refer to 17691WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 12.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Ride the rails across Chickamauga Creek, and sleep among the sharks at the Tennessee Aquarium.
• At the Challenger Space Center, get “launched” into space and conduct research in a real Space Lab.
• Hear tales of notorious outlaws, Civil War Soldiers and Native American warriors and discover an underground waterfall at Lookout Mountain.
See dates and prices online.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 14
Refer to 2579WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 5 - 13.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Enjoy an exclusive visit to Wallops Island NASA base, usually closed to the public, to learn about the sandy dunes and collect shells to take home!
• Take a ride on an Oceanography Research Cruise to learn all about water quality and meet some of the awesome organisms that live in the area.
• Get truly hands on at our numerous field sites around the area, including a salt marsh plunge and exploration of the intertidal zone.
See dates and prices online.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 13
Refer to 18685WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 8 - 12.
See dates and prices online.
FAMILY PROGRAM OFFERED:
For three generations (grandchildren ages 8 & up).
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights
Refer to 22788WDJ online or when calling.
See dates and prices online.
X Wallops Island, Virginia
Big Lights Will Inspire You
Can you spot 10 differences between these two photos of NYC? Visit www.roadscholar.org/SpotTheDifference to find the answers.
X Washington, D.C.
Spy Kids: Sleuths & Secrets With Your Grandchild
Decode D.C.’s history of espionage with your spy kid grandchild, as you visit the city’s most notorious spy sites and learn about investigative gadgets from former CIA & NSA agents.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 13
Refer to 23214WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 10 - 14.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Enjoy a private, hands-on presentation on the art of espionage from a former intelligence officer.
• View rare spy artifacts and learn all about the art of espionage at the International Spy Museum.
• Decode D.C.’s history of espionage at Mount Vernon as you learn about the Culper Gang, America’s first Spy Ring, coordinated by George Washington himself.
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X Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Our Nation’s Birthplace: Philadelphia With Your Grandchild
Discover Philadelphia with your grandchild through the eyes of a revolutionary soldier, a founding father, an 18th century child, an American icon and, of course, a Road Scholar.
X New York City, New York
It’s Showtime!
A Broadway Adventure With Your Grandchild
Take center stage with your grandchild on this exhilarating Broadway adventure in NYC! Attend two performances, explore Times Square and have fun in a theater workshop.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 12
Refer to 2562WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 12.
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FAMILY PROGRAM OFFERED:
For three generations (grandchildren ages 8 & up).
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights
Refer to 24116WDJ online or when calling.
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Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 11
Refer to 16370WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 12.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Meet a kid actor to learn what the “glamorous” life is really like, along with other key people who work to make it happen on stage and off.
• Practice your Broadway moves with expert-led workshops on stage direction and dance.
• Watch what you’ve learned about show business come to life as you attend a Broadway musical!
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X Plymouth, Massachusetts
And … Action! New York’s Theater, Film & TV With Your Grandchild
Learn what happens off screen and after curtain call as you and your grandchild go behind the scenes of NYC’s entertainment industry, as well as attend two amazing performances!
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 12
Refer to 23137WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 13 - 16.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Enjoy a lively Broadway show and participate in an interactive off-Broadway experience.
• Attend a private screening of an iconic NYCbased film, then explore the actual filming locations.
• Learn about television production from professionals who make it happen every day.
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American Mosaic: An NYC Exploration With Your Grandchild
Journey into the past and explore the present with your family in NYC, where the city’s iconic spots create a mosaic of influences from around the globe.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 11
Refer to 11559WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 16.
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FAMILY PROGRAM OFFERED:
For three generations (grandchildren ages 9 & up).
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights
Refer to 21019WDJ online or when calling.
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Discovering Historic Plymouth & Cape Cod With Your Grandchild
Journey to Plymouth Rock with your grandchild to find out about life in America 400 years ago for pilgrims and native people. Learn about the Mayflower, and watch for whales!
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 13
Refer to 16349WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 7 - 10.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Step into the lives of Pilgrims and Native Americans who lived in the region through living history exhibits and workshops at the Plimoth Patuxet Museum.
• While onboard a research vessel, become a scientist yourself as you fill your test tubes with plankton to learn about Cape Cod’s marine animals.
• Set out on a whale watching expedition in Plymouth Harbor.
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X New York City, New York
X New York City, New York
X Essex, Vermont
Culinary Curiosities: Vermont’s Farmlands With Your Grandchild
Dish out delectable regional cuisine using fresh Vermont ingredients from the local farms as you learn from expert-led cooking classes and become a trained chef!
X Lincoln, New Hampshire
The Nature of New Hampshire: Trains & Boats With Your Grandchild
On a true sea-to-sky adventure, search for local wildlife on boat excursions, embark on train treks up the mountains and learn how to tell the weather all alongside your grandchild.
X Camden, Maine
Sail the Maine Coast With Your Grandchild
Sail with your grandchild aboard a 95-foot windjammer, and drop anchor each day to explore islands, beaches and lighthouses with expert naturalists! Plus, sleep in bunks below deck!
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 13
Refer to 23093WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 11 - 14.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Visit local farms and orchards to gather local produce and meet their resident farm animals.
• Venture to Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory, Bragg Farm Sugar House and Cold Hollow Cider Mill to learn about their crafts while sampling some Vermont treats.
• Learn lifelong cooking skills through first-hand demonstrations and classes as you cook together with your children and grandchildren.
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Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 12
Refer to 23845WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 8 - 12.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Ride the awesome Cog, Conway Scenic and Lake Winnipesauke Railroads for exclusive insight into New Hampshire history and the important jobs aboard the train.
• Sail on Squam Lake and Lake Winnipesauke, and explore their local discovery centers to search for regional wildlife and discover the country’s oldest floating post office!
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Length: 5 Days/4 Nights Meals: 11
Refer to 22353WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 12 - 15.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Learn the basics of sailing, from hauling lines to handling sails and steering the boat, aboard the windjammer “Angelique.”
• Row ashore to explore a deserted island and learn about lobsters’ importance to Maine; and later, enjoy a traditional lobster bake!
• Sleep on the ship each night as you drop anchor in scenic harbors along Maine’s majestic coast, and learn how the stars help sailors navigate the sea.
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TASTY TRAVELS
One of the best parts of traveling is trying new foods in the places you explore! Can you match the foods below with the countries they are from?
Write the letter of the country below next to the picture of its food.
X Strathcona Provincial Park, B.C.
Outdoor Adventure in the Canadian Rockies With Your Grandchild
On this active adventure with your grandchild, discover the Canadian Rockies by raft and on horseback and watch for grizzly bears, eagles and mountain goats in the wild!
Length: 7 Days/6 Nights Meals: 15
Refer to 21822WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 12.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Float along the gentle natural roller coaster of Kicking Horse River by white water raft.
• Explore Yoho National Park, home to timber wolf, lynx, cougars, black bears, moose and more, and learn about Burgess Shale fossils.
For three generations (grandchildren ages 9 & up).
Length: 7 Days/6 Nights
Refer to 23439WDJ online or when calling.
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Outdoor Discovery on Vancouver Island With Your Grandchild
Kayak, canoe, zipline, rock climb and camp your way through the wooded forests of Vancouver Island with your grandchild, learning all kinds of new skills along the way.
Length: 7 Days/6 Nights Meals: 17
Refer to 2677WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 14.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Learn survival techniques, camping basics, outdoor cooking, orienteering and wilderness etiquette throughout the week, including during a camping trip (optional) to Rainbow Island.
• Climb a rock bluff, rappel from a cliff, swing from a zip line and navigate a ropes course under expert supervision and with a harness.
• Explore a sphagnum bog, home of the carnivorous sundew plant, and spend time on the water kayaking and canoeing.
Itinerary: Arrival Campbell River, B.C., 6 nights; departure.
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X Canadian Rockies
X Ontario
Adventures in Toronto & Niagara Falls With your Grandchild
Embark on a learning adventure with your grandchild as you explore friendly Toronto, Canada’s largest city, and experience the aweinspiring roar and mist of Niagara Falls.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 12
Refer to 21047WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 13.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Experience Kensington Market as you race around its vibrant and historic streets on a scavenger hunt.
• Meet with expert aquarists at Ripley’s Aquarium to learn the secrets of caring for their animals.
• Get your feet wet as you ride through the spray of over 600,000 gallons of water crashing down a second at Niagara Falls.
Whale Tales: Adventures in Québec With Your Grandchild
See feeding whales, visit giant sand dunes, embark on a marine safari and hear the story of local First Nations people as you explore the St. Lawrence River region with your grandchild.
Length: 7 Days/6 Nights Meals: 16
Refer to 5455WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 12.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Search for whales on two whale-watching safaris in one of the largest marine protected areas in Canada.
• Learn all about these fascinating creatures at the Whale Museum and Beluga Interpretation Center.
• Run, jump, roll and slide down sand dunes descending 200 feet to the shore.
Itinerary: Arrival Québec City, 1 night; Tadoussac, 4 nights; Québec City, 1 night; departure.
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X
From Monkeys to Macaws: Colorful Costa Rica With Your Grandchild
Fly a little south of the U.S. to discover a world of chatty macaws, playful monkeys, industrious leaf cutter ants and butterflies as you explore Costa Rica with your grandchild.
Length: 10 Days/9 Nights Meals: 26
Refer to 3636WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 8 - 17.
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FAMILY PROGRAM OFFERED:
For three generations (grandchildren ages 8 & up).
Length: 10 Days/9 Nights
Refer to 20797WDJ online or when calling.
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From Cloud Forests to Volcanoes: Costa Rica With Your Grandchild
Explore cool cloud forests and awesome animals on an exciting adventure with your grandchild as you river raft, swim and hike through the wild landscapes of Costa Rica together.
Length: 9 Days/8 Nights Meals: 23
Refer to 22538WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 17.
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FAMILY PROGRAM OFFERED:
For three generations (grandchildren ages 9 & up).
Length: 9 Days/8 Nights
Refer to 23616WDJ online or when calling.
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X Panama
Rainforest Explorers: The Best of Panama With Your Grandchild
Search for tropical wildlife with your grandchild in Panama while meeting members of an indigenous tribe, venturing through the jungle and voyaging along part of the canal together.
Length: 10 Days/9 Nights Meals: 26
Refer to 23614WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 17.
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FAMILY PROGRAM OFFERED:
For three generations (grandchildren ages 9 & up).
Length: 10 Days/9 Nights
Refer to 23615WDJ online or when calling.
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X Costa Rica
Costa Rica
I Spy With My Little Eye
You might have seen these iconic landmarks from a distance, but can you identify them up close?
Can you name the country where each of the landmarks is located? (Answers on bottom of this page)
How many of these landmarks have you or your grandparent visited?
ANSWERS: 1. Statue of Liberty, United States; 2. Great Pyramids, Egypt; 3. Golden Gate Bridge, United States; 4. Leaning Tower of Pisa, Italy;
5. Machu Picchu, Peru; 6. Mount Rushmore National Memorial, United States; 7. Taj Mahal, India; 8. Stonehenge, United Kingdom; 9. Eiffel Tower, France.
X Ireland
The City and the Sea: Dublin, Galway & Moher With Your Family
Jump right into the fairytale landscapes of Ireland with your family as you discover a fortress, journey through nature reserves, learn about horseracing and practice your Irish jig.
Length: 11 Days/10 Nights Meals: 19
Refer to 22281WDJ online or when calling.
z For grandchildren ages 10 - 17.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Walk along the soaring Cliffs of Moher and the moon-like landscapes of the Burren.
• Meet an Irish farmer and learn about his life growing crops and caring for animals.
• Practice your Irish jig in Dublin during a fun night of live music and plenty of dancing.
Kids in Paris: The City of Light With Your Grandchild
Bienvenue! Experience the best of Paris with your grandchild as you weave your way through the awesome neighborhoods, discover iconic landmarks and even learn to speak a little French!
X France
Teenagers in Paris: The City of Light With Your Grandchild
Bienvenue! Experience the best of Paris with your grandchild as you weave your way through the awesome neighborhoods, discover iconic landmarks and even learn to speak a little French!
Length: 9 Days/8 Nights Meals: 16
Refer to 21308WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 13.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• With an experienced teacher, learn the basics of the French language, then practice over dinner with a Parisian family.
• From the highest point in Paris, La Tour Montparnasse, see the iconic Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe and more.
• After visiting the Musée d’Orsay, have a portrait of you and your grandchild painted by an artist in Montmartre.
Itinerary: Arrival Paris, 7 nights; departure.
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Length: 9 Days/8 Nights Meals: 16
Refer to 17424WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 14 - 17.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Learn the basics of French before putting your skills to the test by ordering your dinner in French!
• Soar to the highest point in Paris, La Tour Montparnasse, to see incredible views of the entire city, including the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower.
Itinerary: Arrival Paris, 7 nights; departure.
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X France
Aventure en Famille à Paris: The City of Light With Your Family
Bienvenue! Experience the best of Paris with your family as you weave your way through awesome neighborhoods, discover iconic landmarks and even learn to speak a little French.
Length: 9 Days/8 Nights Meals: 17
Refer to 20814WDJ online or when calling.
z For grandchildren ages 10 - 18.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Learn the basics of French before putting your skills to the test by ordering your dinner in French!
• Soar to the highest point in Paris, La Tour Montparnasse, to see incredible views of the entire city, including the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower.
Itinerary: Arrival Paris, 7 nights; departure.
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X Germany
Fairy Tales in the Black Forest: Germany With Your Grandchild
Escape to a world of fairy tales, fantastic landscapes and a whole lot of fun with your grandchild as you explore the villages, wilderness and folklore surrounding the Black Forest.
Length: 9 Days/8 Nights Meals: 18
Refer to 23646WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 12.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Explore the birthplace of the Brothers Grimm and get swept away in their fairy tales at the awesome Grimm Fairytale Kingdom – an interactive museum.
• Visit the Black Forest Museum, home to over 1,000 cuckoo clocks!
The Magic & Mythology of the Amalfi Coast With Your Grandchild
Immerse yourself in the ancient history and traditions of Sorrento, all while making lasting memories with your grandchild.
Length: 9 Days/8 Nights Meals: 14
Refer to 24549WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 14 - 17.
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FAMILY PROGRAM OFFERED:
For three generations (grandchildren ages 14 & up).
Length: 9 Days/8 Nights
Refer to 24550WDJ online or when calling.
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X Italy
Under the Tuscan Sun: Italian Adventures With Your Grandchild
Under the Tuscan sun, you and your grandchild will create memories that will last a lifetime as you discover amazing art, learn some Italian and explore ancient ruins together.
Length: 9 Days/8 Nights Meals: 16
Refer to 23575WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 13 - 17.
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FAMILY PROGRAM OFFERED:
For three generations (grandchildren ages 13 & up).
Length: 9 Days/8 Nights
Refer to 23580WDJ online or when calling.
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X Denmark
From Canals to Castles: Copenhagen With Your Grandchild
From the castles and villages that inspired Hans Christian Andersen and William Shakespeare to Viking ships and royal chambers, explore all things Danish with your grandchild.
Length: 9 Days/8 Nights Meals: 15
Refer to 23714WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 14.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Learn about the life and works of Hans Christian Andersen before embarking on an expert-led walk around the city to see the sights that inspired his famous stories.
• Visit the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, where grandparents will enjoy an expert-led exploration of its eclectic exhibitions and grandchildren will participate in workshops on painting, sculpture and architecture.
Take a fantastic quest through the real-life magic of Iceland, where tales of Vikings combine with a wondrous landscape to make this the perfect adventure for you and your grandchild.
Length: 8 Days/7 Nights Meals: 18
Refer to 10584WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 9 - 15.
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FAMILY PROGRAM OFFERED:
For three generations (grandchildren ages 9 & up).
Length: 8 Days/7 Nights
Refer to 24112WDJ online or when calling.
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Choose Your (Next) Adventure
Are you already excited about the idea of going on another adventure with your grandparent or grandparents? Do you need some inspiration for where you should learn next? Answer a few questions to reach our suggestion for your next classroom!
Do you want to learn in a city or in nature? Do you want to learn closer to home or far away?
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Spy Kids: Sleuths & Secrets With Your Grandchild (p. 21)
Ocean Science Adventures on Chincoteague Bay With Your Grandchild (p. 19)
From Canals to Castles: Copenhagen With Your Grandchild (p.31)
From Cloud Forests to Volcanoes: Costa Rica With Your Grandchild (p. 27)
American Mosaic: An NYC Exploration With Your Family (p. 22)
Raft, Ride & Slide in Glacier National Park With Your Family (p. 9)
Aventure en Famille à Paris: The City of Light With Your Family (p. 30)
Where the Wild Things Are: Tanzania With Your Family (p.33)
X Southern Africa
Lions, Hippos & Zebras, Oh My! Africa Safari With Your Grandchild
Search for animals in their natural habitat, make friends with rescued elephants and learn to track wildlife as you explore South Africa, Botswana and Zambia with your grandchild.
Length: 14 Days/13 Nights Meals: 33
Refer to 14302WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 10 - 17.
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FAMILY PROGRAM OFFERED:
For three generations (grandchildren ages 10 & up).
Length: 14 Days/13 Nights
Refer to 20948WDJ online or when calling.
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X Tanzania
Where the Wild Things Are: Tanzania With Your Family
Learn why Tanzania is the best place for animal lovers as you and your family search for big cats on safaris, while also meeting local children to get an inside look into this country.
Length: 13 Days/12 Nights Meals: 30
Refer to 22428WDJ online or when calling.
z For grandchildren ages 9 - 17.
Best of all, you’ll ...
• Keep your eyes peeled for lions as you explore Serengeti and Tarangire National Parks during game drives with expert naturalists.
• Play soccer with local children and follow along as they show you inside their daily lives at school and at home.
Itinerary: Arrival Arusha, 2 nights; Tarangire National Park, 2 nights; Ngorongoro Conservancy, 1 night; Central Serengeti, 3 nights; drive to Karatu, 2 nights; Arusha for overnight departure.
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X Japan
Awesome Asia: The Best of Japan With Your Family
Japan is a country filled with contrasts—from lively cities to quiet temples. Alongside your family, explore the best of Japan on an awesome learning adventure from Tokyo to Hiroshima.
Length: 14 Days/13 Nights Meals: 25
Refer to 23480WDJ online or when calling.
y For grandchildren ages 10 - 17.
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FAMILY PROGRAM OFFERED:
For three generations (grandchildren ages 12 & up).
Length: 14 Days/13 Nights
Refer to 23479WDJ online or when calling.
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Check Out the Road Scholar Blog!
Our blog is home to many Road Scholar stories, including memories and lessons from our Grandparent and Family programs. Here are a few blogs you might want to check out in your downtime!
Spies, Lies & Disguise: Two Grandkids Forge a Friendship on a D.C. Adventure
On an exciting espionage adventure in Washington, D.C., two grandkids formed a fast friendship as they learned from a retired CIA agent and other experts about U.S. history and spies.
Read more about this story here!
Waves of Change: How a Grandparent Adventure Shaped a Grandchild’s Future
In 2016, Road Scholar Riley explored the science behind Chincoteague Bay on a learning adventure with her grandmother. Now, she is a college student studying ecology, and she credits her Road Scholar experience as having a major impact on her future.
Read more about this story here!
Off
We Went: Memories From My Grandparent Program to
South Dakota
From human history to fascinating geology and wildlife, Road Scholar Lauren and her grandfather got to learn about and experience a little of everything on their 2006 adventure to South Dakota.
Read more about this story here!
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Give Me an R! Give Me an S!
The world is our classroom. Can you find all the letters that spell out “Road Scholar” in the wild? They might be on signs, cars or even things that you see in nature. Send us your Road Scholar letter photos for a chance to win a $100 voucher from our online store! We’ll share all entries on our Facebook page and our audience will vote for the winner.
HOW TO ENTER:
Send your letter photos in one email to rsmedia@roadscholar.org by September 2, 2024. Be sure to include your name and let us know where the photos were taken!
