School Reviews
K. Hill: Teacher - Anglo American School of Moscow - September 2006 trip
When we asked the students what was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday the
answers varied. Many really enjoyed the biking and kayaking, but it was amazing how many
appreciated the 5 hour hike we went on as they enjoyed the nature along the way. Some also like
the caving ("except the spiders in the cave", replied one student). It was great seeing students
interact with each other, helping each other, and getting excited when they were learning new skills.
The students in the local school we visited were super excited to meet us and discuss their culture
and customs, as well as find out the backgrounds of our students. We were also able to give
business to locals (guides, cooks, hotel employees, etc). Our students also learned about the
environment (local plants and herbs), as the hosts as well as one of the guides (Pino) was very
knowledgeable about the island.
This will be an annual trip for our school as it is so successful. We owe Craig and Xania our
gratitude as they provide everything needed to make the experience a memorable one, for staff and
students alike. I recommend this trip to anyone that wants an active holiday. A must DO trip!!!
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L. Lurie: Teacher - Anglo American School of Moscow - March 2008 trip
Our students loved getting to meet the locals and exploring the countryside. I would say that their
favorite part of all was the bike ride back down to town after they made it over the rocky terrain
and up the hills. Most of all, the trip provided them with enough of a challenge to really acquire a
sense of pride in their accomplishments, and a stunning backdrop and great company in which to
enjoy it. Our students got to lunch with locals, explore different towns, and interact with students
from the local school. Our outings were led by local guides or by Craig and Xania themselves, and
led us to patronize local venues and restaurants.
5 STAR - A great experience for our students, we hope to make this an annual trip. Truly a
memorable experience!
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Students Review - AAS Moscow - 2009 trip
What was the highlight of your multi activity trip to Vis, Croatia?
Kayaking, biking, beach clean, playing cricket, being challenged physically,
swimming in the sea, playing football against the local school, seeing dolphins,
sailing, balance between activity and relaxation.
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Christiana (Year 12): Student Review - ISZL - 2010 trip
(The International School of Zug and Luzern)
Personally I thought the biking day was the best day. It included many different
aspects of the island in one day (sport, swimming, amazing food, etc.). I think it
challenged every person mentally and physically. Our group, for example, had
people who barely biked before and others who mountain bike regularly. The
group naturally broke up into more advanced and more beginner bikers which
ended up benefitting everyone. I would rate my holiday a 10 out of 10. I was put
into a new environment and had to make decisions by myself. I was challenged
but had plenty of time to just relax. The views we had over the island, and the
new experiences I had are unforgettable.
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C. McNair : Teacher - AAS Moscow - 2010 trip
One of the things I really liked about this trip was the lack of motorized vehicles,
tourists, and abundance of clean air. By biking, kayaking and hiking we were
able to see a lot of the countryside, and also interact more with the locals. On a
one to five scale with five being the highest, I would give it a 4.9. Only due to the
fact for the educators it was a holiday with 38 high school students.
