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Oslo, Norway

2025-08-28 22:25:01 UTC

Endless summer light, majestic fjords, striking architecture, and culture at every turn. And friends to show us the city!

Leuven, Belgium

2025-09-17 06:10:24 UTC

Laguna Chaxa, San Pedro de Atacama, Chile

2025-09-20 15:06:15 UTC

Flamingos having breakfast in a salt lake in the desert.

Carmen de Viboral, Antioquia, Colombia

2025-09-20 15:16:49 UTC

Lunch wrapped in eco friendly banana leaves

Plitvice Lakes National Park

2025-09-22 04:00:20 UTC

Welcome to Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia. This park has over 90 waterfalls and 16 lakes. The water is so clear it's easy to see the fish swimming as you walk on the wooden boardwalk. You can even touch some of the waterfalls.

Slap Rinka, Logarska Dolina, Slovenia

2025-09-22 04:33:55 UTC

This is from the top of the very beautiful waterfall called Slap Rinka (pronounced "slop", meaning waterfall). It is located in the Logar Valley in Slovenia. You have to hike up the mountain to reach it. Then you are rewarded with the chance to die on this wet creaky bridge at the top.

Kandahar, Afghanistan

2025-10-05 19:39:26 UTC

There are 60 different types of grapes grown in Afghanistan! This is the time of year when farmers harvest their grapes and hang them to dry into raisins. In this picture, you can see how arid the landscape is, and you can also see some grape drying shacks in the distance, in front of the mountain. This part of Afghanistan has experienced a lot of changes due to war and climate change, but the people here keep working hard to be able to feed their families. Grapes are a valuable crop.

John F Kennedy Promenade, San Francisco, CA

2025-10-16 12:21:14 UTC

Walk, run, bike, skate along JFK promenade in Golden Gate Park and see the fun art people create.

Lisboa, Portugal

2025-10-16 12:36:21 UTC

Beach tennis in Lisboa, Portugal.

Kazbegi, Georgia

2025-10-17 04:42:17 UTC

Kazbegi is a small town in the Caucasus mountains in northeastern Georgia. At the top of one of the mountains is the 14th century Gergeti Trinity Church, and we hiked there from the town.

Accra, Ghana

2025-10-19 08:36:44 UTC

Akwaaba from Accra!

Japan

2025-10-28 10:37:59 UTC

Beautiful Mount Fuji, which is visible less than 100 days a year, has an elevation of 12,389 feet. It is Japan’s tallest peak and is an active volcano.

Geneva, Switzerland

2025-10-31 20:01:42 UTC

I visited the United Nations headquarters in Geneva, called the Palais de Nations where I met officials to talk about global humanitarian crises and how to support families and kids fleeing from war. I also visited the headquarters of the International Committee of the Red Cross, met with officials from the International Organization for Migration and attended a conference at the World Economic Forum. When the sun is out you can see the Alps, a beautiful mountain range. Greens is centrally located in Europe and considered an international city where people come from all over the world to work for the UN and other organizations. From Elizabeth Campbell (mom to Alyaa Mohamad)

Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea

2025-11-01 06:53:25 UTC

Hi,

I visited Gyeongju City, South Korea for work.

Gyeongju was the capital is the ancient Silla Kingdom for almost 1,000 years (BCE 57 - CE 935) and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site with its numerous temples, palaces and other historic landmarks.

Shanghai, China

2025-11-05 10:37:02 UTC

Shanghai has a population of 24+million people. The city is known for its Buddhas, relics, pagodas, gardens and diverse architecture, blending the old with the new. An exciting place to visit, but watch out for the millions of scooters and bicycles (they have their own traffic lanes).

Shanghai, China

2025-11-05 11:04:52 UTC

Shanghai has a population of over 24 million people. The city is known for its Buddhas, relics, pagodas, gardens and diverse architecture, blending the old with the new. An exciting place to visit, but watch out for the millions of scooters and bicycles (they even have their own traffic lanes).

Spencer Riedel’s grandparents

Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

2025-11-05 14:28:36 UTC

We had so much fun watching Santos versus corinthias

New South Wales, Australia

2025-11-05 14:32:30 UTC

There were a lot of animals

Bremen, Germany

2025-11-05 17:25:11 UTC

I LOVE Bremen, and it has a very rich history, including folktales like the Bremen Town Musicians who became a very popular tale in my household. Germany is amazing, and the whole family loves it. You should go, too, because we know you'll love it.

London, UK

2025-11-05 18:22:51 UTC

I visited london a couple summers ago and it was the best place i have ever visited! We got to see the globe, the theater where shakespeare performed and luckily we got to see some of their rehersals while we where there. We also went to the harry potter gift shop in kings cross station and took the euro star to paris.

Tepotzotlán, State of Mexico, Mexico

2025-11-05 18:26:28 UTC

I visited Mexico for a month 2 summers ago and my family and I climed the temple there and found a bunch of cute shops and resturaunts.

Hong Kong

2025-11-10 07:09:24 UTC

Hong Kong with a population of 7.5 million, is an exciting region that blends East and West cultures. 800 meters of escalators help to move people around. The amazing skyline, harbor, Tao and Buddhist temples, old fishing villages and nightly light show makes it a great place to visit.

Spencer Riedel’s grandparents

Hanoi, Vietnam

2025-11-12 11:56:26 UTC

Hanoi, the capital of Vietnamese, is a noisy city with crazy drivers. No one drives in their lane or obeys traffic lights. It is an old cultural city where local vendors sell their fresh meats and produce on the streets in the old quarter. The cuisine is very tasty with rice, coffee and seafood being major ingredients as well as key exports. The city honors Ho Chi Minh and Confucius as people who shaped the country.

Spencer Riedel’s grandparents

Halong Bay, Vietnam

2025-11-12 12:10:28 UTC

Halong Bay is a favorite escape for Hanoi residents as well as a popular tourist destination. It has a stunning landscape made up of nearly 2000 islands and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The bay is known for its pearl farming centers, fishing, caves, and junk boat tours.

Spencer Riedel’s grandparents

Ho Chi Minh, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

2025-11-16 11:45:24 UTC

Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon, is located in the southern part of the country and is the largest city in Vietnam. The city is a mix of French and Asian architecture. They love celebrating Christmas, as noted by the display, though the country is heavily Buddhist. Two notable buildings are the main post office and the presidential palace. The palace is where the war ended in 1975 and still is home to old telecommunications equipment and military maps.

Spencer Riedel’s grandparents

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

2025-11-19 09:42:07 UTC

Cambodia is a kingdom that dates back many centuries, but it is also a developing country with the current constitution only being established in 1997. The landscape is beautiful and diverse: sandy beaches, beautiful forests, mountains and bustling cities. Many small businesses are seen along the highways and tuktuks are a major form of transportation. A monarchy exists though it has no power and the current king lives in a gorgeous palace.

Spencer Riedel’s grandparents

Bangkok, Thailand

2025-11-21 03:59:07 UTC

Thailand, a constitutional monarchy since 1932, was known as Siam until 1939. Bangkok, the capital, was recently renamed Krung Thep. Bangkok is a modern city with diverse architecture, a beautiful palace, and the most beautiful Buddha which is known as the Emerald Buddha. Visiting the city is a “must do. “

Spencer Riedel’s grandparents

Singapore

2025-11-24 05:44:58 UTC

Singapore is an island country and is part of the British Commonwealth. The democratic nation, once influenced by the British, is today made up of Chinese, Indian and Muslim immigrants. The city is extremely modern and has a stunning skyline. Singapore also is extremely clean and has interesting laws such as chewing gum being prohibited.

Spencer Riedel’s grandparents

Panama Canal

2025-11-28 20:00:23 UTC

Special gates open in one of the Panama Canal’s “locks” to let a ship through from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean. The lock system is a feat of engineering, allowing billions of dollars in commerce to pass between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans each year, without having to go around South America (Cape Horn).

Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

2025-11-30 11:35:55 UTC

This city, also known as KK, is the capital of the Sabah state in Malaysia. It is located in north Borneo, the third largest island in the world. Borneo is divided into three areas: Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei. The island is diverse in culture and landscape. Mountains, beaches and rainforests are present. We visited the Mari Mari Cultural Village which preserves the traditions of the five main tribes still in this part of Malaysia. We were exposed to historical quarters, cooking, customs, dancing and clothes making. It was definitely a worthwhile experience.

Spencer Riedel’s grandparents

Manila, Philippines

2025-12-05 02:31:49 UTC

The Philippines is a democracy consisting of 7641 islands. The country has a strong historical influence of Chinese, Spanish and American cultures. The old walled city dates from the 1500s. Traveling in Manila is crazy and congestion is considered among the worst in the world. It makes DC traffic look like a breeze. The main forms of public transportation are the Jeepney and tricycles. A war memorial, similar to Arlington National Cemetery, honors the thousands of known and missing soldiers who fought in WWII.

Spencer Riedel’s grandparents

Macau

2025-12-09 09:29:16 UTC

Macau is located on the south coast of China and since 1999 is a Special Administrative Region of China. It is a former Portuguese territory and the culture reflects this as well as the influence of the Chinese. Mainland China is across the river….unbelievably close. The architecture is diverse and boasts a tower higher than the Seattle Space Needle. It also has the highest population density and has a renown bridge from Macau to Hong Kong which is partially an undersea tunnel. A unique place to visit and they are all decorated for Christmas.

Spencer Riedel’s grandparents

Quanzhou, Fujian, China

2025-12-09 12:02:57 UTC

Quanzhou, a historical port city, is all about the world’s religions. Buddhist temples, Taoist shrines, Islamic mosques and Christian relics are all represented in this city. It was part of the ancient Maritime Silk Road which was crucial for trading goods and sharing cultures throughout Asia, India, the Middle East, Africa and Europe. Today the city remains an important port and an enchanting place to visit.

Spencer Riedel’s grandparents

Taipei, Taiwan

2025-12-14 07:49:41 UTC

Taiwan, deeply rooted in Chinese culture, has developed its own identity. The country functions independently but has a contentious relationship with China. The architecture ranges from indigenous to Chinese, Dutch, Japanese and ultra modern. Taipei 101, once the world’s tallest skyscraper, has a 660 ton steel sphere inside to protect it from earthquakes and typhoons. The country pays tribute to its military past. The soldiers must stand perfectly still for one hour before relieved of their duties. Chiang Kai-shek and Sun Yat-sen are important figures in the shaping Taiwan and have memorials in their honor.

Spencer Riedel’s grandparents

Pingxi District, New Taipei City, Taiwan

2025-12-14 08:24:49 UTC

The northern coast of Taiwan is a stunning area abutting the Pacific Ocean. It has unbelievable scenic beauty with unique rock formations, coastal cliffs, great surfing, and small villages. One fun activity was making a sky lantern. The lantern symbolizes peace and good fortune. You write meaningful phrases on them; then they are lit and released. Your wishes float into the sky. A tradition from the ancient times for communicating safety and military information, it continues as a popular cultural attraction.

Spencer Riedel’s grandparents

Sofia, Bulgaria

2025-12-31 17:38:03 UTC

Sofia is the capital of Bulgaria, an early nation on the Balkan Peninsula next to the Black Sea. It is split East to West by the Balkan Mountains which are part of the Alpine-Himalayan belt. Along with Greece, Bulgaria forms the border of Turkey with Europe, making it an important part of Eurasian trade networks.

Bulgaria is also a member of the European Union and transitioned to the Euro currency as of 01/01/2026.

The second picture is of a mineral bath fed by a spring of which Bulgaria has 225 sources.

Hilton Head Island, SC

2026-01-08 17:56:23 UTC

I lived here for a year in 3rd grade and continue to visit it year round.

Boston Children's Brookline

2026-02-10 17:33:37 UTC

This is Nadia, this is were I go every day https://www.google.com/maps/place/Brookline+Place,+1+Brookline+Pl,+Brookline,+MA+02445/@42.3308482,-71.1158072,17z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x89e37999f4db537d:0xaed8458acf8440a6!8m2!3d42.3324634!4d-71.1151684!16s%2Fg%2F11b8ysbdk2?utm_campaign=ml-ardl-aht_2026&g_ep=Eg1tbF8yMDI2MDIwNF8wIJvbDyoASAJQAQ%3D%3D . we are renting an apartment near leveret pond on Jamaican plain. I can't wait to see you on zoom! I miss you guys so much!<3 lots of love Nadia b

Medellín, Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia

2026-02-16 03:04:41 UTC

I spent 7 days driving a motorcycle through small towns in the Antioquia region of Colombia. Beautiful mountains, coffee farms, a 4,450 meter volcano, and tons of colorful birds. I highly recommend Colombia for a fun vacation! Matt McMahon (Gwen’s dad)

Broadway, New York, NY

2026-05-08 17:21:39 UTC

my dad (nadia) went to see the lost boys my uncle musical

Parque Estadual do Rio Doce - Localidade de Santa Rita, Marliéria - State of Minas Gerais, Brazil

2026-07-28 17:16:42 UTC

Greetings from Minhas Gerais, Brazil! Along with the Amazon Forest, the Brazilian Atlantic Forest is one of the most important ecosystems in the western hemisphere.

Coyoacán, Mexico City, CDMX

2026-07-28 17:20:31 UTC

Greetings from Coyoacán, Mexico City! Coyoacán means "land of coyotes" in Nahuatl, the language of the Aztecs. It is home to Frida Kahlo's house, the house of the revolutionary exile Leon Trotsky, and where the National Autonomous University is located (UNAM). Imagine having a library like that!

St Maarten

2026-07-28 18:51:52 UTC

I had the amazing opportunity to take a trip here over the summer with a friend I made while I attended Alice Deal Middle School!! It was so much fun to see the mixture of French, Dutch and Caribbean culture.

París

2026-07-31 10:45:21 UTC

Coucou ! These are some of my favorite photos that I have taken during my time living in Paris. It has been a beautiful chapter in my life, in which I have accomplished and experienced wonderful moments, like getting married to my travel partner! Living abroad has been a truly enriching experience. It has allowed me to learn a new language, develop a deeper appreciation for different cultures, and cultivate the sensitivity and openness needed to understand people from diverse backgrounds. I'm incredibly grateful for this journey and ready for my next chapter in Berlin.

Berlín, Alemania

2026-07-31 11:06:41 UTC

We recently visited Berlin, our future home! We're planning to move there next summer, and we're so excited to start this new chapter.

One of the things I love most about Berlin is how tangible its history feels. Just by walking around the city, you come across places that tell powerful stories, like the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, which was left standing after being bombed during WWII, the East Side Gallery (the longest remaining section of the Berlin Wall) and Checkpoint Charlie.

But Berlin doesn't just stand out for its history. It's also full of creativity, art, and character. I really love its raw, alternative vibe. It's the kind of city that feels authentic and constantly evolving, almost like a living human. Every neighborhood has its own personality, and I can't wait to explore even more once we call it home.

Viva Bahriya, Doha

2026-08-08 17:17:11 UTC

Hello Ms. Trenkl's Grade 6! My friend Ms. Watton asked if I would send you a quick note! What is unique?

Well, Qatar has a population that is 90% expatriates. Are there any other countries like that?
We have wonderful beaches, and great restaurants (including Cheesecake Factory, Chili's, and all the American fast food).
We are known for unique architecture including museums and shopping malls.
We go camping in the desert for fun!
Did you also know we have a cruise ship port? What countries do you think the cruise ships visit?
Our only land border is with Saudi Arabia.
We have no natural fresh water, so we desalinate water from the Gulf.
We grow vegetables in hot houses, and we have dairy cows that make our milk, yogurt and labneh.
The national dress is called a thobe for men while women wear an abaya. But, because, I am foreign, I only wear an abaya for special occasions.
Our royal family lead the country and we love the Emir. 🥰

What questions do you have about Qatar?

Dr. Sue

GEMS American Academy, Qatar

York, UK

2026-08-20 21:48:38 UTC

My family and I were here for a bit, and now I will be living here for a couple months! It is a very cute city but very touristy in the summer. I found a nice rock climbing gym and have been completely tearing up my hands. So fun. - anya

Jasper National Park Of Canada, Jasper, AB, Canada

2026-08-20 21:51:37 UTC

I went to jasper national park for my graduation trip! We camped and went hiking and saw a ton of nature. I also learned of how common grizzly bears are and that the only real protection you can have from them is essentially pepper spray for bears. Safe to say I will not be returning (even though it was so beautiful). - anya

Halifax, NS, Canada

2026-08-29 15:34:13 UTC

Three events that are part of Halifax history.

1912- Halifax was the closest port to the sinking of the Titanic and played an important role in the recovery.

1917- Halifax explosion occurred when a boat carrying liquid dynamite collided with another boat causing an explosion, almost as intense as an atomic bomb, killing 1900 people and injuring 9000 people.

1988- Swiss Air flight 111 crashed in the Atlantic near Peggy's Cove ( where this lighthouse is located). Halifax residents came together and assisted in the recovery process.

St. John's, NL, Canada

2026-08-29 15:49:46 UTC

St. John's is the oldest continuously settled city in North America founded in 1497. Although artifacts of civilizations have been traced back thousands of years earlier which included Inuit and Vikings.

Marconi received the world's first transatlantic wireless signal in 1901.

In 1949 Newfoundland and Labrador became part of Canada as the country's 10th province.

Qaqortoq, Greenland

2026-08-29 16:09:05 UTC

Greenland is the largest island that is not a continent with 80% covered by an ice cap and glaciers. Erik the Red, a viking, who was exiled to this island, gave the ice covered island the name Greenland as a trick to entice other settlers to come.

Today's population of Greenland is 55,000 and many are descendants of Inuit who migrated there during the 13 century.

They paint their houses bright colors so they can find them when it snows.

Prinz Christian Sund, Greenland

2026-08-29 17:30:13 UTC

This is a narrow passage that our cruise ship took that is about 60 miles long. This passage can be dangerous to travel through with fog, icebergs and very narrow parts with only 500 meters clearance. Mountain peaks on either side are as high as 4000 feet. A fishing village is located along the passage with 100 habitants which is only accessable by boat or plane.

Goðafoss Waterfall, Iceland

2026-08-29 17:41:23 UTC

Godafoss Waterfall means "Waterfall of the Gods". According to the legend of the Icelandic Sagas, in the year 1000 AD, the chief of Ljosavath, threw his statues of the pagan gods over this waterfall and declared that the Icelanders should adopt the Christian religion.

Dynjandi, Iceland

2026-08-29 17:57:10 UTC

The Dynjandi Waterfall consists of 7 waterfalls in a series. The top falls is described as a bridal veil, 30 meters across at the top and 60 meters at the bottom. It is also 100 meters tall.

Atlanta, GA

2026-10-08 22:17:23 UTC

Atlanta is the home of the busiest airport in the world, Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. It has almost three times as many passengers as all three DC-area airports combined.