World Tourism Day 2025 celebrates tourism as a peace builder. From Rwanda to Bosnia, authentic travel experiences heal divisions, foster understanding, and create lasting connections across cultures.
World Tourism Day 2025 celebrates tourism as a peace builder. From Rwanda to Bosnia, authentic travel experiences heal divisions, foster understanding, and create lasting connections across cultures.
The Trump administration’s proposed $100,000 H-1B application fee could reshape global talent flows. Learn how this policy may impact employers, international students, and even Americans seeking opportunities abroad.
Half of U.S. study abroad students still choose Europe, but new records in Denmark, Greece, Japan, and South Korea reveal a growing diversity in destinations.
Meet Mykia Washington, a 2025–2026 ACM Fellow from Washington, D.C., and the first in her family to attend college. She is pursuing graduate studies at the University for Peace in Costa Rica, focusing on environmental peacebuilding, Indigenous knowledge, and climate justice. Mykia combines research, storytelling, and advocacy to amplify Black voices in global education.
Meet Lauren Ross, a 2025–2026 ACM Fellow and Security Policy Studies graduate student at George Washington University. She is studying abroad in Cairo to advance her research on conflict resolution, displaced persons, and international security.
Ariventures Abroad proudly announces the 2025–2026 ACM Fellows, Lauren Ross and Mykia Washington. These two Black American graduate students are advancing global change through international education in Cairo and Costa Rica.
Women make up nearly 67% of U.S. study abroad participants. Learn why women lead, and why inclusivity for men and gender-diverse students is key to global education.
The world is moving again—and students are leading the way. Since the pandemic put global travel and education on pause, the demand for international experiences has surged back stronger than ever. In fact, the number of U.S. students studying abroad has increased by 49% post-pandemic, reflecting a renewed appetite for global learning. This isn’t just an […]
For decades, studying abroad was often seen as a privilege—something reserved for students with financial means or established connections. But that perception is changing. In 2025, participation among first-generation, minority, and lower-income students grew significantly, with applications from first-gen and underrepresented minority (URM) students increasing by over 12%. This shift signals an important truth: study abroad is […]
Visiting Saint Maarten offers countless opportunities to explore beautiful beaches and neighboring islands. In order to travel sustainably, it is important to be thoughtful about transportation choices. By opting for more eco-friendly options, visitors can enjoy the island while reducing their carbon footprint. Public Transportation: One option for traveling sustainably in Saint Maarten is to […]