Hongi has arrived in Christchurch!
We just got word from the group that after a long night of travel they finally arrived in Christchurch. Now let the games begin in New Zealand. More updates to come!… Read More
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Walkabout has arrived in Wellington!
We just got word from the group that after a long night of travel they finally arrived in Wellington. Now let the games begin in New Zealand. More updates to come!… Read More
They’ve arrived!
Hello family and frinds of the INTI group,
I just heard from group leaders Gwen and Mac, and they let me know that the group landed safely in Quito earlier this afternoon. The flight went smoothly and they now settling in to their hostel for the next few days of orientation. Check the blog again in the next few days, as they will start posting updates here themselves. They will continue to post weekly throughout the semester, so… Read More
Nkula Has Landed in Uganda
I just received word that the Nkula team has landed safe and sound in Entebbe. The students are all tucked into bed and will hopefully get some good rest before beginning to explore their new "home" tomorrow.
Back here in the Headquarters, I'd like to express gratitude to each of you for all of your support and help in getting your students to this moment, where the transformative adventures… Read More
Together In Amsterdam!
We've received word from the wonderful Nkula that everyone has gathered in Amsterdam and now the entire group is complete. Our interpid travelers are currently on leg three of their long travel day and will be landing in Uganda soon – a smooth beginning to the adventures, we can't wait to hear more!
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The Sabai crew is headed out!
Amidst smiles, handshakes, hugs, and a whole lot of excitement – the Southeast Asia team have all rendezvoused and are getting ready to head through security at SFO, and into the adventure that awaits…
Stay tuned to the blog as we will post again when the group arrives safely in Thailand!
We wish you all the best on the journey ahead!
– Drew Edwards, Executive Director
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And they’re off!
Good evening family and friends,
The South America INTI group has all arrived safely to LAX and they are about to proceed through security and begin their adventure together. We wish them all the best as they traverse new internal and external landscapes over the next 3 months.
Buen viaje, INTI!
It would appear from these awesome photos that they are very happy to meet one another, are going to… Read More
Walkabout is off on a walkabout!
Good evening family and friends,
The Walkabout group has all arrived safely to LAX and they are about to proceed through security and begin their adventure together. We wish them all the best as they traverse across South Pacific!
Aotearoa, the land of the long white cloud awaits!
-Drew Edwards, Executive Director… Read More
And they’re off!
Good evening family and friends,
The Hongi group has all arrived safely to LAX and they are about to proceed through security and begin their adventure together. We wish them all the best as they traverse new internal and external landscapes over the next 3 months.
Aotearoa, the land of the long white cloud awaits!
-Drew Edwards, Executive Director
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Nkula Departs the USA…
Just a note to say that 1/2 of our Nkula group is together… the extraordinary Overseas Educators, Megan and David, left Portland along with Cat and Cassandra early this morning (so early, in fact, that they were able to catch an epic sunrise over Mt. Hood). Now in Seattle, the crew met up with Marley, Monica, and Madeline. They'll depart for Amsterdam shortly, and we'll let you know when the… Read More
They’ve arrived!
Hello family and frinds of the MAYA group,
I just heard from group leaders Ben and Jess, and they let me know that the group landed safely in Guatemala earlier this morning. The flight went smoothly and they are currently en route to their accommodation in Quetzaltenango, where they will settle in for the next few days of orientation. Check the blog again in the next few days, as they will start posting updates here… Read More
Shanti
We have received word that the mighty Shanti group has successfully gathered together at SFO (minus Winston from Germany who will meet the group in New Delhi). What's more, they've checked in for their flight and gone through security in fine style. We send our best wishes as they travel across the world. Stay tuned for the next posting from India!
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And they’re off!
Good evening family and friends,
The MAYA group has all arrived safely to LAX and they are about to proceed through security and begin their adventure together. We wish them all the best as they traverse new internal and external landscapes over the next 3 months.
Buen viaje MAYA!
-Heather Vaught, Program Director
And the first group pictures! Here they are, making silly faces at LAX. Everyone arrvied… Read More
10 Best Photos of the SUN from #CDEphotos2014
Nothing makes us feel simultaneously ooey, gooey, inspired, at peace, excited, calm, creamy like a good ol' sunrise or sunset. Be it the passing of the time, the incredible colors, or the oneness that touches us, one thing is certain: these moments are special, especially when shared with your friends from abroad.
Whether you stand in the blue corner or the red corner, (er, whether you are pro-sunrise or pro-sunset), we don't need… Read More
Kia Ora from Portland!
Hello Hongi Adventurers!
Kevin and Angie here signing in from Portland! We've been preparing all kinds of awesomeness for our upcoming adventure in the South Pacific. We hope you're all stoked because we certainly are!
We spent today adventuring around Portland, exploring the massive Powell's bookstore, riding the MAX and sampling some local deliciousness. While it's been excellent spending time getting to know each other, we can't wait to be… Read More
Kia Ora Walkabouters
! Official Countdown: 7 days!
Nina & Brian here, writing from Carpe's home – Portland Oregon. We are in the midst of preparing the last details of our journey together & took some time to appreciate what Portlandia has to offer. We also want to take some time to send a few tips to prepare you for our upcoming adventure!
Spend Quality Time: take the time to have one last… Read More
Hello from Portland
Dearest teammates and parents of teammates:
We are sitting here in our leadership abode in Portland… talking about you, thinking about you, planning our semester with you in mind! We can't wait to meet you!
Today we explored Portland, and we encountered a great many things, which we'd like to share with you. Some were unexpected, some could have been predicted, and some were downright silly. As we both rode… Read More
Preparations for an Epic Semester
Welcome everyone to latest installment of the Carpe Diem South America semester! Excitement is growing as our departure day quickly approaches for the upcoming adventure. We are here in Portland at spring training, busy getting jacked and tan. Not really. After all, we are in Portland and it is overcast and rainy. Instead, we are embarking on our scavenger hunt throughout this wonderful city. In our typical penchant for goofiness… Read More
Let’s get this party started (The Bollywood Edition)
Good day and Namaste to all of our Shanti lovelies,
We're here in Portland excitedly preparing for our India semester together. As each day passes, we're filled with more giddiness at the thought of meeting all 8 of you in just 6 short days! Amongst other activities, we've been brainstorming Carpe Diem lessons (and pranks we can play on you all throughout the course of the semester…just kidding, or are… Read More
Greetings from Basecamp Portland!
Sawasdee Krap from Portlandia! We here at our stateside Headquarters are filling our pre-SEASIA days with copious amounts of coffee, daily yoga routines, lots of delicious pie and more workshops on how to make this an overwhelming success for all of us than there are noodle shops in Vietnam. WE ARE SO EXCITED!!
As we become increasingly familiar with our upcoming itinerary and begin reaching out to our first week… Read More