Destination Series
After being stuck in lockdown for much of 2020 and with some ongoing restrictions on travel as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, we know folks are just itching to travel! For this reason, we bring you the virtual Destination Series so that you can learn about a new international destination every month. Get ready to start compiling your bucket list and tuck that extra change away in your travel fund!
Each month we partner with a native individual or organization or an American expat with extensive experience in the featured destination so that you can learn all about the must-see sites, the local dishes and drinks to taste, as well as some key tips on how to live like a local during your stay. Check out our Upcoming Events to mark your calendar for the next event. And in the meantime, you can watch past editions of the Destination Series below.
Belize presented by ECI Development
Known for its friendly people, incredible biodiversity, the second-largest reef in the world, and calm azure waters, it's no wonder these unique characteristics have helped Belize quickly become a top tourism and relocation destination. Check out the video to learn more the wonders of Belize.
Australia & New Zealand presented by WorldWise Coaching
Curious about what really goes on “Down Under”? Interested in the vastly different ancient cultures of Australia and New Zealand and the values that guide them compared to those of modern society? Have you ever considered how Australia’s start as a British penal colony impacts the country's development as a nation? Watch the video today to learn more about these amazing lands down under.
Baja California presented by Tijuana’s Convention & Visitors Bureau (COTUCO)
Just a hop, skip, and a jump from Arizona, Baja California is widely known for its diverse topography, with its peninsular ranges boasting deep valleys rich in agriculture. If you're traveling by land, you might take the crossing from San Diego to Tijuana, or from Calexico to Mexicali, Baja's state capital. Take a scenic route through Baja’s Valle de Guadalupe - Mexico’s premier wine region! Then, head to the coast and visit Ensenada for some whale watching! Check out the video and join in this virtual tour of Baja California with your special guide, Juan Saldaña.
Germany presented by Viking Cruises
Reiner Marks, Director of Business Development for Viking Cruises, hosts this virtual tour of Germany, taking us throughout the country to visit enchanting German towns. Carolin Gey, Honorary Consul of Germany to Arizona, teaches us how to make Obatzda, a traditional German cheese dip, popular at holiday and social gatherings.
Vietnam
Join us as we travel to beautiful and exotic Vietnam! Richard Fincher (Fulbright Scholar to Vietnam, 2015), Bui Thi Phuong Lien and Mai Nguyen take us on a virtual tour of the north, midlands and south of Vietnam, taking time to share with us notes on the delicious cuisine found in each place and the cultural traditions to observe along the way.
India presented by B.E. Change Foundation
Join us on a journey to Bodh Gaya and through the Bihar Province, as our virtual guide, Michelle Bos-Lun, highlights Buddhist and Hindu temples and other significant symbols that exemplify the diversity of Asian cultures represented throughout the land. She will discuss religious and cultural tourism, socio-cultural issues of the region, as well as service learning opportunities that bring groups from all over the world to Bihar.