Jumpstreet Blog

Lights, Lens, Action: How to Capture Your Best Travel Moments

Admin — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Date: June 1, 2026

How Your Travel is Helping Bring Clean Water to Rural Malawi

WorldStrides — Fri, 15 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

When students and educators travel with Jumpstreet by WorldStrides, their journey can make an impact far beyond the classroom. Through the Choose Earth program, carbon offset contributions help support the Malawi Safe Water Supply Project—an initiative that is improving access to reliable, safe drinking water in the rural communities of Malawi.

7 Can’t-Miss Destinations for Your 2026 Student Tour

Admin — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The picks are in! Our travel-loving team of experts have officially declared their top student tour destinations for 2026 across Canada and the U.S.

Looking for the perfect spot for your group this school year? Let our recommendations inspire you. All programs are easy to plan, fully customizable, and designed to fit any lesson plan.

Read on to discover why Perrine loves Toronto, Alex’s favourite season to explore Québec City, and Mélanie’s top food recommendations in Chicago.

Announcing the Travel Recap Challenge

Vanessa Kingsland-Lavoie — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Capture. Share. Win.

The WorldStrides Travel Recap Challenge

It’s time! Our 2025 Photo & Video Contest is Open!

Admin — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Date: February 10, 2025

Five Destinations to Spice up your Québec Tour

Admin — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

When you think about Québec, what first comes to mind? For many, it’s the sound of French floating through the streets, the charming cobblestones that line Old Québec, Montréal’s vibrant food and arts scene, or their favourite French-Canadian traditions passed down through the generations.

There are countless reasons to set out to discover Montréal and Québec City, but the rest of the province has even more to offer! To help you make the most of your next adventure in Québec, we put together this list of engaging day trip add-ons to spice up your student tour with some history, art, nature, and adventure.

7 Student-Friendly Festivals for your Next Class Trip

Admin — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Since the early 16^th century, French settlers have been setting down roots in North America, introducing their culture, language, cuisine, and traditions to the society around them.

Most of these cultural inroads came through the establishment of New France, a territory that stretched all the way from Québec to the Gulf of Mexico. Today, cities and states across North America betray their French heritage in their names. New Orleans, Saint Louis, Vermont, and Maine, among countless others, are all direct descendants of French words or a representation of a Native American name as filtered by early French settlers.

Of course, it’s not only the names of places that can remind us of the rich Franco-American heritage that surrounds us. Tens of millions of French and Franco-American people have populated North America for centuries! It’s no surprise that several of them created cultural legacies that last even into our contemporary age. Let's take a look at some past and present icons and celebrities with Franco-American roots who you might know!

Language Posters For the Classroom

Admin — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Brighten Up Your Classroom Walls with Jumpstreet’s Free Language Posters!

Want to spark curiosity and make language learning more engaging? Our free French and Spanish self-serve posters are an easy way to bring culture, vocabulary, and fun into your classroom. From a colourful New York City map showcasing Hispanic highlights to Québec’s most iconic sayings and recipes, these visuals are designed to inspire conversation and make learning come alive.

Each poster is available in two sizes—8.5 x 11 for individual use or 13 x 19 for your classroom walls.

2025 Photo & Video Contest Winners

Admin — Fri, 11 Jul 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Announcing our 2025 WorldStrides Canada Photo & Video Contest Winners!

You all captured the moment — but these ones captured our hearts and our prizes!

A huge thank-you to everyone who submitted entries. From hands-on activities in the “Let Them Cook” category, to iconic travel shots in “Picture Us Here,” to shout-outs in “Best Teacher Ever,” your photos and videos gave us serious FOMO (and lots of warm fuzzies).

We’re also excited to highlight this year’s Grand Prize winners — chosen for their standout photo montages and videos that went above and beyond, blending creativity, storytelling, and editing skills to relive the magic of travel.

Congratulations to all our 2025 winners, and thank you for sharing your journey with us!

19 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint While Travelling

Admin — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Building a greener future is easier than you might think. It’s just about making simple, everyday choices that help out the planet, and you don’t have to do it alone.

When we all adopt Earth-friendly habits, that’s when we start creating the sustainable world we want to see. Ready to make a difference? Read on for 19 simple tips you can use to lower your carbon footprint on your next WorldStrides Canada tour or on your summer’s family trip.