Where in the world are we? by edu bina https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c Drop a pin on where you currently are. Leave a comment with your name, a little bit about you and one cool thing to do in the country you are in! en-us 2025-08-06 21:53:20 UTC 2026-07-09 17:56:20 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/8.0/svg/1f30f.svg Lisboa https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537236068 Hi! I'm Kelly-- I'm from Toronto, Canada but currently living in Lisbon! I have been teaching at bina for 2 years and before this I worked at international schools in Taiwan, Myanmar and Thailand! I have too many recommendations if you're in Portugal but for now I'll leave 2! 1. Hiking in northern Portugal (Geres or Viana do Castelo) 2. Hiking in Sintra from Azenhas do Mar to Magoito beach!

]]> 2025-08-06 22:05:17 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537236068 Moira River, Hastings County, Ontario https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537236975 I'm Natalie, I'm from the GTA and I have been teaching at bina for 2 years. I split my time between Spain and Canada and am currently visiting with family in cottage country. My favourite thing to do at the cottage is to read - in the hammock, in the kayak, on the deck, anywhere I can.

]]> 2025-08-06 22:08:42 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537236975 Doha, Qatar stefaniegrainger https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537560893 Stefanie Grainger - I'm originally from the U.S., but I have been living in the Middle East for 7 years now. I have recommendations for the whole Gulf region! My top two would be: 1. Jedda / Red Sea in Saudi is an amazing place for scuba divers. 2. Doha has some gorgeous beaches (and me!)

]]> 2025-08-07 06:23:48 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537560893 London https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537561763 My name is Brittany and I am originally from America, but moved to London after living in Kosovo and Glasgow. I have visited 35 countries, 36 is coming in October! I am a yogi and practice yoga everyday. Yes I can do a headstand (almost!)


2 Things to do in London

  • Go to covent garden and see a West End Show ( I just saw Hercules the other day)

  • Go on an uber boat and take a ride to see all the sites from the river.

]]> 2025-08-07 06:25:01 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537561763 Bangkok https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537562159 Ian Sato - Japaese-American over-self-depricating Philosopher/AI/Math weirdo. Residing in Bangkok, Thailand! If you ever have the change to travel here, I've got a spare room! I'd recommend Chatuchuk Market to get a sense of the Thai hustle and bustle and, on the opposite spectrum, going to Koh Samet (bus ride out of Bangkok) if you want to enjoy doing not-very-much, as I often like to. Hope to see you soon!

]]> 2025-08-07 06:25:36 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537562159 London https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537562273 Hi I'm Charlotte, I'm from London and I have taught here for 8/9 years! I haven't yet moved abroad but hoping to in the next year. I started bina on Tuesday and I'm excited about this next chapter. I have a nearly two year old daughter who I love watching grow. My recommendation in London would be the Sky Garden, where you can see a great view of London and be surrounded by plants and greenery.

]]> 2025-08-07 06:25:47 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537562273 Aix-en-Provence https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537562421 Hi I'm Charlotte and I currently live in the South of France! I grew up in Belgium so definitely enjoying the sunshine down here. Things to do: 1) Go for a walk around the centre and try to find all the fountains hidden around the town! Bonus points if you walk around with a baguette.

]]> 2025-08-07 06:25:56 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537562421 Galway alvaglynn https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537562446 I'm Alva and I'm back living in Galway after spending time teaching in Scotland and Bahrain. The best things to do in Galway are explore the city, eat great food and explore the outdoors. Bring a raincoat!

]]> 2025-08-07 06:25:58 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537562446 Kedungu beach Bali, Jl. Pantai Kedungu, Belalang, Tabanan Regency, Bali zainablongo https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537562809 Hello, my name is Zainab and I am originally from South Africa and currently living in Bali. I have been at bina for just over a year and some recommendations here in Bali would have to be the beach bars for the most beautiful sunsets and while enjoying drinks and Uluwatu neach for crystal clear beaches with turtle sightings and surfinf and of course the tea and coffee plantations if you're a coffee or tea fanatic.

]]> 2025-08-07 06:26:29 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537562809 Cape Town, South Africa mitchellwolfmueller https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537562992 Hi my name is Ella, I am from Cape Town South Africa and currently back living here after 2 years in USA and 2 years traveling on a yacht in the Med. Recommendations for here are definitely hiking up Lions head (Table Mountain), visiting our wine valleys is a MUST. Great surfing, markets and all the FOOD!

]]> 2025-08-07 06:26:45 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537562992 Thessaloniki, Greece elenikakalianti https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537563112 Hello, I'm Eleni, a Co-Teacher/ Lead here. I've been working in bina for 2.5 years so far and I'm from Thessaloniki, Greece. Fun fact: I'm a professional dancer and a roller skater!!! Recommendation 1: Food--> we have amazing food EVERYWHERE, but, if in Thessaloniki, definitely try our small, traditional taverns :) Recommendation 2: View/ hiking--> Papigo village

]]> 2025-08-07 06:26:55 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537563112 Bangkok https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537563127 Hi I'm Emma! Currently living in Bangkok. I love to travel and I have 2 rescue dogs. If you love nature head to Chang Mai if you are more of a beach person head south to Ko Samui :)

]]> 2025-08-07 06:26:57 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537563127 Durban, South Africa https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537563534 Hi!!! I'm Shazia. I'm from Durban, South Africa. I've been working at bina for almost a year (I love it here :D). I've been a teacher for 9 years. I love being outdoors, especially the beach (SoUth Africa has some of the most amaaaaazzziinngg beaches). 2 recommendations in SA would be Kruger National Park and Cape Town!!

]]> 2025-08-07 06:27:24 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537563534 Oswestry https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537565272 Hi my name is Cathy and I am currently living in Oswestry, Shropshire UK. I have lived overseas for 22 years and I have lived in Spain, Bulgaria, Qatar, Madagascar, Turkey and most recently North Macedonia

]]> 2025-08-07 06:29:37 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537565272 Cape Town, South Africa https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537566401 Currently in Cape Town, South Africa, married in Stellenbosch in December. The landscape is beautiful! Let me know if you are searching for winter sunshine later in the year :)

]]> 2025-08-07 06:30:31 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537566401 Courtice, Ontario https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537860590 2025-08-07 14:24:08 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537860590 Curitiba, State of Paraná fernandabeirao2 https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537861035 I'm Fernanda and I'm from the south of Brazil! I spent the last decade abroad teaching and learning in Washington DC, Myanmar, Thailand and Canada! My area in Brazil has beautiful Atlantic Forest trails to hike on but I also recommend the beautiful historic Paraty in the state of Rio!

]]> 2025-08-07 14:24:49 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537861035 Buenos Aires dan1249 https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537861410 Hi, my name is Dan Straffon. I am currently located in Buenos Aires, Argentina. I just moved here last month after working in Peru for 3 years. I have been teaching at international schools around the world for about 12 years now. One cool thing to do in this country is go to the city of Mendoza and check out their vineyards and have Malbec!

]]> 2025-08-07 14:25:18 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537861410 Bristol, CT https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537861634 Hi! I'm Lauren and I joined bina last February. I've been teaching in one form or another for over 20 years (yikes!) My favorite thing about living in Connecticut is the proximity to NYC! A quick train ride, and I can see a Broadway show any time!

]]> 2025-08-07 14:25:34 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537861634 Beaumont, TX onejessicawatson https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537861639 My name is Jessica and I am new to bina this year as a teacher. I have been teaching since 2012. One "cool" thing to do in my area is to visit the beaches and eat yummy foods!

]]> 2025-08-07 14:25:35 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537861639 Duluth, MN https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537861644 Hi, I'm Abby! Former Special Education teacher, current ADHD Coach and bina co-teacher. I've also taught in Mexico, and at a Somali-American charter school in Minneapolis. In Duluth, I love our mountain biking trails. If you're brave/nuts, you can surf Lake Superior in the winter.

]]> 2025-08-07 14:25:35 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537861644 Lima edu233 https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537861729 Hi! My name is Amy and I have been teaching at bina for a year and a half. I am originally from Halifax, NS, Canada. I am now living in Lima with my husband, twin boys and dog! Before bina I taught in Canada, Malaysia, Cayman Islands and Kazakhstan. If you're ever in Lima make sure you come hungry. There are so many amazing places to eat!

]]> 2025-08-07 14:25:43 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537861729 Guadalajara, Jalisco kayla376 https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537862017 I'm Kayla! I've been in Special Education for the past 10 years. I live in Guadalajara, Mexico after living in Texas for the past 30 years! The best thing is how close all of the best food is!

]]> 2025-08-07 14:25:55 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537862017 Bergamo, Province of Bergamo tamaravalentino https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537862024 I am Tamara, I moved to Italy 4 months ago. I was born in Peru and move frequently. I love tennis (specially if it means watching my daughter play). Visiting the Duomo is a must!

]]> 2025-08-07 14:25:55 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537862024 Murcia, Spain https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537862059 Hi, my name is Sanda Luca, I am Romanian-Canadian [Edmonton] but have been living abroad for almost 10 years in Spain, Abu Dhabi and Switzerland. I enjoy dancing and sunshine. Something fun to do in the area is go to different beaches and eat seafood!

]]> 2025-08-07 14:25:56 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537862059 Annandale, Clinton Township, NJ dinabolan https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537862113 hi I’m Dina! I’ve been teaching for bina since January, 2025! I love coffee shops, horseback riding, nature & walking trails! Thank goodness I live here because there is the Amazing Columbia Trail and Scouts Coffee!! Plus my county is known as a very horse-friendly spot! Lots of places to raise and ride horses!

]]> 2025-08-07 14:26:01 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537862113 Valencia, Spain https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537862116 Hi!! My name is Teresa, and I was born and raised in Los Angeles, Ca., but I have been living in Valencia for the past 2 years!! Something fun to do here is, go to the beach and eat a really good paella!

]]> 2025-08-07 14:26:01 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537862116 Halifax, Nova Scotia https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537862190 My name is Belle and I am from Halifax, Nova Scotia (Canada). I have been a teacher for the past 5 years and am also a visual artist. I would go visit the Maud Lewis exhibit at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, where they have her tiny painted house in a permanent exhibit.

]]> 2025-08-07 14:26:08 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537862190 Victoria, BC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537862251 Hello from Beautiful B.C. (British Columbia), I'm Heidi and I am a new Master teacher in the Pacific Time Zone (PT) here at bina. I have been teaching for over 20 years both locally and internationally. If you love the outdoors, Victoria BC is a great place to visit!

]]> 2025-08-07 14:26:14 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537862251 Grosse Pointe, MI, USA https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537862421 Hi all! I'm Katie, currently based right outside of Detroit, MI. I've also lived and taught in Spain for the last seven years, as well as Japan, Slovakia, and New York City. My favorite things to do in Detroit include kayaking on the lake, reading at Belle Isle beach, walking around Eastern Market, and catching a show or playing pool in Hamtramck.

]]> 2025-08-07 14:26:30 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3537862421 Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538405828 Xiang's hometown

]]> 2025-08-08 07:04:08 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538405828 Madrid https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538405845 Hi, I'm Alexandria. I am an educational psychologist and originally from sunny Southern California. I moved to D.C. and lived there for a year and then lived in NYC for 7 years before making the big leap to Madrid, Spain this summer 2025! I love to travel, eat good food, dance, and drink delicious wine.

]]> 2025-08-08 07:04:11 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538405845 Jakarta https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538405866 Spencer's

]]> 2025-08-08 07:04:14 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538405866 Dordogne https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538405972 Xiang's home

]]> 2025-08-08 07:04:31 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538405972 Melbourne VIC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538406112 2025-08-08 07:04:42 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538406112 Barreiro, Portugal seonaidweightman https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538406368 2025-08-08 07:05:14 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538406368 Barcelona edytaannamrugala https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538406600 Hi! I'm Edyta :)

I was born in Poland, brought up in Madrid and now living in Barcelona <3

]]> 2025-08-08 07:05:27 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538406600 Mem Martins https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538407079 HI!! My name is Silvia and I call Sintra, Portugal home. My family and I have been here since last year after moving from the PNW (Pacific Northwest) area of the States. I joined bina last year and have loved working with our amazing team. I have taught for 20 years, working with general and special education environments. If you come to my neck of the woods, we would go visit the beaches and ocean swimming pools. We'd also go visit the old castles and find all the look-out points to see beautiful panoramas of the oceans, hills, and even the metropolis of Lisbon.

]]> 2025-08-08 07:06:31 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538407079 UK https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538407347 2025-08-08 07:07:12 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538407347 Jamaica https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538407704 2025-08-08 07:07:55 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538407704 Barbados monetsmith1 https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538712291 I am Monet, I have been at bina for a year and a half. Amazing food and RUM!

]]> 2025-08-08 16:07:07 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538712291 Coatesville, PA https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538713652 Hi! I'm Kaelin and I'm with the Learning Success team. We recently moved three months ago and are still learning the area. I love that we can travel to Philly, NYC, DC, or the beach relatively quickly!

]]> 2025-08-08 16:09:40 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538713652 Uvita, Costa Rica edu233 https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538717223 I'm Gabe, originally from the UK, now I live in Uvita, in the Southern Pacific Zone of Costa Rica. It's been home for the past ten years. I originally came here to teach in a small bilingual school. If you come here to visit, you should go surfing, or swim in a waterfall pool and enjoy the nature.

]]> 2025-08-08 16:17:49 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3538717223 Dubai mahiras2 https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3593911136 Hi, I'm Mahira. I'm from Pakistan but now I live in Dubai. I've been to some wonderful places here e.g. Atlantis Aquaventure, Dolphinarium, Lovely beaches, Miracle Garden, Global Village and Dubai Mall. I like to draw most of the time and I just love it. if you ever visit Dubai do go to Atlantis.

HABIBI COME TO DUBAI!!!

]]> 2025-09-19 12:32:13 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3593911136 Goiânia, State of Goiás, Brazil sjwmdqq64q https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3754271510 Hello, we’re Lorena and Maria — a mother and daughter who love learning through curiosity, creativity, and connection. We enjoy discovering new cultures, sharing simple joys, and building meaningful relationships. We’d be happy to host anyone from the community who would like to visit and connect.

]]> 2026-01-17 13:13:33 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3754271510 Melbourne VIC irisboyd https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3864322200 2026-04-13 08:42:47 UTC https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3864322200 Charleston, SC Haneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeen https://padlet.com/thebinaschool/zvdj7twl3u51325c/wish/3978072607 Hi, I'm Haneen. I'm 10 years old, and I live in Charleston, South Carolina. My Favorite place I love to visit is the is downtown Charleston. Their taxi boat rides, the restaurants have amazing food, and there are horse rides! The zoos here are wonderful. Come and visit some time! PS: This picture i added, you can swim in it

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