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SUMMARY:Castrovillari\, Italia
DESCRIPTION:If your family is dreaming of spending 3 months exploring Southern Italy\, learning in community\, and joining a warm worldschooling group… this might be for you.\n\n\nFrom 1 March to 31 May 2026\, BrightSteps will bring bilingual (Italian/English)\, project-based learning to the beautiful town of Castrovillari\, right on the edge of Pollino National Park — surrounded by mountains\, gorges\, ancient villages\, and weekend adventures across Calabria\, Puglia\, Basilicata\, Campania and even Sicily.\n\n\nWe’ve put everything — programme details\, accommodation\, weekly rhythm\, activities\, FAQs — on the website.\n\n\nTake a look here:\n\n\n[https://brightsteps.worldschoolinghub.com/]
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/castrovillari-italia/
LOCATION:Castrovillari\, Italia\, Castrovillari\, Italia\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Europa,Italia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250510
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250511
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SUMMARY:Quedada Worldschooler 📍 Cerca de Barcelona
DESCRIPTION: Ven a pasar el día a campo con más familias worldschoolers. Juntémonos para reencontrarnos o conocernos\, para hacer red y pasar un buen día con familias afines  ¿Te apuntas?\n\nEs una quedada gratuita que nos apetece organizar como tantas otras veces\, en este punto del camino antes de seguir hacia el Norte de Europa.\n\n\nLocalización: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Rtrovs9T7iP3SWc79 Organiza: @carliflawer – Planeta Worldschool (https://www.instagram.com/planetaworldschool)\, Comunidad Worldschooling (https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1NPCiT8Rvf/) y Ligrones en Ruta (https://www.instagram.com/ligronesenruta) Contacto WhatsApp: https://wa.me/message/PYRC73ZRC6VTC1  \n\n✅Escríbeme si vas a venir y te paso enlace al grupo de WhatsApp.
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/quedada-worldschooler-%f0%9f%93%8d-cerca-de-barcelona/
LOCATION:Parque Canals i Nubiola\, Camí del Motor\, 1\, 08635 Sant Esteve Sesrovires\, Barcelona\, Barcelona\, Spain
CATEGORIES:España,Europa
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ORGANIZER;CN="Planeta Worldschool":MAILTO:planetaworldschool@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240927
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SUMMARY:Valencia\, Spain - Worldschool hub
DESCRIPTION:We are organizing a Hub in Valencia\, Spain\, 16 – 25 Septembre \nYou will have a programmed itinerary to discover de city and enjoy while sharing with other families. It will be all in a schedule for the 10 days\, available by August once you are in\, but to get an idea here is a list of activities and plans we will be doing: \nactivities such as the following: \n*Parque Gulliver – a free super playground\n*La Malvarosa beach\n*Albufera de Valencia\n*Central Market of Valencia\n*Drink «horchata» and eat «fartons» and try different types of «arroz» (it’s not all paella)\n*Iglesia de San Nicolás de Bari y San Pedro Mártir\n*Turia’s gardens\n*Museo Fallero\nAdd-ons include: Museo de las Artes y las Ciencias\, Oceaográfico\, trip on a boat in La Albufera\, visit the Horchata factory and learn how they make this famous drink\, free tour in the centre of Valencia\, and more! \nCOST per Family is 200€\nTickets are capped at 30 families \nMEET YOUR HOST: \nHi! My name is Carla and I’m with David and our two kids Roberto (11) and Greta (9). We have been traveling full time since 2018 and are originally from Tenerife\, Spain. We started our worldschooling journey in a campervan that still travels with us\, but sometimes we park the van and travel in any other transport to get to the place we want. We have been to many worldschooling hubs and pop ups\, organized a bunch of them and we really know the importance and the meaning of this community. \nValencia is the place where my mum was born. It’s a place where I’ve spent many summers of my childhood and a place I keep coming back because I have a lot of family and friends there. It’s a big nice city with many things to do and places to see that I can’t wait to share while hanging out with other families! \nLODGING & NEIGHBORHOODS: \nValencia is a nice city to walk and ride bikes or use public transport. Activities will be all around the city centre\, from Parque de Cabecera in the north west to Portsaplaya in the north East\, la Malvarosa Beach at the East\, El Saler in the South. \nYou can look for accommodation near the old channel of Turia\, this way you will have green area to walk any time with playgrounds\, sport areas\, etc. But if you prefer you could stay stay close to the beach\, transport to the centre is very easy and cheap and also you can use the bike lanes to go to the centre. \nCampgrounds and additional info in the website (linked with ticket info below). \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: \nTicets available online: https://hubs.planetaworldschool.com/valencia-worldschool-hub/ \nIf you are interested joing the facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/valenciaworldschoolhub \nVisit https://hubs.planetaworldschool.com/ to check other hubs we are working on and fill out the subscribe form in the footer.
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/valencia-spain-worldschool-hub/
LOCATION:Valencia\, Valencia\, Valencia\, España
CATEGORIES:España,Europa
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ORGANIZER;CN="HUBS Planeta Worldschool":MAILTO:hubsplaneta@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240926
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
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SUMMARY:10 Day Upper Egypt Nile Family Adventure
DESCRIPTION:FROM LUXOR TO ASWAN \n\n15-25th September\n15th-25th October\n\n\n\nOur 2024 Nile adventure trips take in the best of Upper Egypt\, from temples and tombs\, hot air ballooning\, museums\, community dinners\, worksheets for children for some temples\, guide for your Nile river temple trip\, a fully guided 10 days immersion experience.\n\n\n\nJAN SALE\, DISCOUNTS & PAYMENTS\n\n\nJanuary flash sale for our 2024 Nile River Adventure trips.\n\n\n1 child books free\, when a family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 child) books in full for our September & October sailings.\n\n\nADULTS: £1300\nCHILD: £999\nUNDER 6: £299\n\n\nSale ends January 5th 2024.\n\n\nMessage for a full info pack.\n\n\nInstallment payments available and 10% discounts for invoices paid in full.\n\n\n\nITINERARY FOR NILE ADVENTURE\n\n\nDAY 1: 10th September\n\n\nMorning\nMeet & Greet\nCooking Lesson\nShared Lunch\n\n\nKings Valley Tombs – General admission tickets\n\n\nFayrouze Traditional Dinner\n\n\n\nDAY 2: 11th September\n\n\nMorning\nHot Air Balloon Ride\nTraditional Breakfast\n\n\nAfternoon\nFREE TIME\nDinner at Local Restaurant\n\n\n\nDAY 3: 12th September\nMorning\nDendera Temple Tour\n\n\nAfternoon\nSunset Nile Boating\nPizza Party on Boat\n\n\n\nDAY 4: 13th September\nMorning\nKarnak Temple Visit Morning Visit\n\n\nEvening\nLuxor Temple – EVENING\n\n\n\nDAY 5: 14th September\n\nBOAT TRIP: Day 1\nCheck in\nRelaxing\nOrientation\n\n\nDAY 6: 15th September\n\nBOAT TRIP Day 2\nEsna\nNile fire party\n\n\nDAY 7: 16th September\n\nBOAT TRIP Day 3\nEdfu River Temple\n\n\nDAY 8: 17th September\n\nBOAT TRIP Day 4\nKomobo Temple\n\n\nDAY 9: 18th September\n\nBOAT TRIP Day 5\nAswan ISIS Temple\nNubian Museum + Guide\n\n\nDAY 10: 19th September\nDepart Boat\nFelucca Boating\nBeach Lunch (warm local lunch)\nSandboarding\n\n\n\nTHE BOAT CABINS & BOAT\n\n\nThe Nile Box is a beautiful traditional Dayhaybia wooden sailboat\, with 8 twin ensuite cabins and 2 decks to enjoy during this private charter.\n\n\nEach cabin is a twin or double room\, with potential for 1-2 rooms to have a small child on a roll out bed.\n\n\nEach cabin has its own spacious bathroom with shower\, AC and some rooms have a mini fridge.\n\n\nWe have space for 3-5 families per sailing.\n\n\nCONTACT: https://www.facebook.com/louisem.sullivan.18/
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/10-day-upper-egypt-nile-family-adventure/
LOCATION:Luxor\, Egipto
CATEGORIES:Africa,Egipto
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240909
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SUMMARY:Congreso de Familias Worldschoolers de habla hispana
DESCRIPTION:¿QUÉ ES?\nEl congreso de Familias Planeta Worldschool está diseñado como HUB\, centro neurálgico temporal\, donde worldschoolers se reúnen en comunidad y para co-crear valiosas experiencias de aprendizaje. Está diseñado como foro para todos; desde worldschoolers veteranos hasta aquellos que recién comienzan\, como un lugar para agregar a nuestra sabiduría colectiva\, compartir experiencias\, desafíos y triunfos y apoyarnos unos a otros.\nPara entender qué es el Congreso de Familias de Planeta Worldschool primero debes imaginar que descubres que el mundo entero es una oportunidad de aprendizaje\, una clase infinita que rebosa provisiones expansivas de inspiración. Imagina una comunidad de personas que valoran el aprendizaje experimental\, desarrollando consciencia global\, practicando la paciencia\, siendo conscientes de la diversidad y practicando la compasión. Imagina la libertad de resolver problemas ante situaciones del mundo real\, aplicando creatividad\, sintiéndote una persona empoderada\, entrenando el liderazgo y estando presente en tu propia vida y en la vida de tus hij@s. Imagina el sentido de la ciudadanía global para ti y para tu familia. Eso es Worldschooling.\n\n¿CUÁNDO Y DÓNDE?\nLa Segunda edición del Congreso de familias Planeta Worldschool tendrá lugar del 5 al 10 de septiembre en la ciudad de Valencia\, España.\nLo celebraremos en el casal de La Asociación cultural Fallera Duc de Gaeta.\nNuestra comunidad worldschooling dispondrá de 2 salas muy grandes en un barrio céntrico de Valencia . Tú y tu familia tendrán la opción de elegir a qué charlas\, talleres\, presentaciones desean asistir o si prefieren salir al parque o a tomar algo. Todo esto durante ¡cuatro días completos! Nuestra Zona Kids incluirá actividades programadas\, desafíos\, juegos de equipo\, arte y\, por supuesto\, diversión supervisada durante los cuatro días. ¡Yey!\n\n¿POR QUÉ?\nLa comunidad es vital cuando nadas a contracorriente\, es lo que te da fuerzas para seguir nadando y también para seguir descubriendo la diversidad de formas de hacerlo. Las conexiones y el apoyo pueden hacer la diferencia entre seguir tu camino como ciudadano y aprendiz en el mundo o abandonar para resguardarte en la vida cotidiana.\nPersonalmente\, yo\, Carla Martínez\, junto a mi familia\, hemos asistido a 3 congresos worldschoolers internacionales desde 2018\, coorganizando uno de ellos y realizado el primer Congreso de Famiias Wordlschoolers de habla hispana\, además de nuestro recorrido organizando otros eventos\, desde el ámbito científico hasta el de viajes en familia\, divulgación de ciencia para niños y talleres varios\, pasando por crianza\, educación y camper.\nEn esta ocasión estamos emocionados de llevar a cabo la Segunda edición del Congreso de Familias worldschoolers de habla hispana con Planeta Worldschool que incluirá 4 días de conferencias\, conexiones comunitarias\, aprendizaje y juegos. Imagínate 4 días llenos de diversión con familias de worldschoolers\, compartiendo\, conectando y apoyándose mutuamente!\n\n¿PARA QUIÉN?\nOrganizamos este encuentro para servir a la comunidad. Muchos han pedido una oportunidad para crear conexiones entre familias. ¡Este es el momento!\nComo anfitriones de La Comunidad Worldschooling\, donde hay más de 700 familias\, hemos escuchado la petición\, ¡CREEMOS EN ELLA Y CREAMOS COMUNIDAD!\n\nENTRADA Y PRECIO\nEl espacio y las entradas están limitadas para este evento. La entrada tiene un precio de 75€ por persona a partir de 5 años. (60€ hasta el 30 de Abril 2024)\nEl precio incluye 4 días completos de admisión a las dos salas del casal\, todas las charlas\, sesiones\, talleres\, actividades en el campamento para niños y supervisión para los niños y niñas de 5 años en adelante y participación en el show de talentos.\nLas entradas no son reembolsables\, pero si no puedes asistir finalmente\, puedes transferirla a otra personas que quiera asistir.\nPor favor\, reserva lo antes posible ya que prevemos llegar a nuestra capacidad límite para esta Segunda edición del Congreso de Familias Planeta Worldschool.\n\n¿TIENES UN/A ADOLESCENTE?\nBuscamos adolescentes worldschoolers o homeschoolers para que participen como voluntarios en el campamento de los niños y niñas. Es nuestra misión hacer un llamamiento para empoderar a los adolescentes de nuestra comunidad para que caminen hacia roles de liderazgo\, siendo de servicio en la comunidad trabajando con los niños más pequeños para organizar y facilitar un campamento de niños realmente divertido.\nAcogemos adolescentes facilitando un ambiente amigable\, horizontal\, cultivando la confianza y creando una experiencia divertida y de valor. Además podrán formar parte de un pequeño grupo con el compartir y comenzar a crear su tribu de adolescentes y jóvenes ciudadanos del mundo con dinámicas\, de grupo y de crecimiento personal. Si tienes un adolescente interesado por favor escríbeme: https://t.me/CarliFlawer\n\nENLACES + INFORMACIÓN\nSi te interesa asistir\, entra en el grupo dedicado a este evento: https://www.facebook.com/groups/congresofamiliasplanetaworldschool\nToda la información: https://planetaworldschool.com/congreso-de-familias-worldschoolers/
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/congreso-de-familias-worldschoolers-de-habla-hispana/
LOCATION:Valencia\, Valencia\, Valencia\, España
CATEGORIES:España
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240811
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SUMMARY:Nature Heroes Camp - República Dominicana
DESCRIPTION:Dates to be confirmed \n» A flourishing life on land is the foundation for our life on this planet.We are all part of the planet’s ecosystem and we have caused severe damage to it through deforestation\, loss of natural habitats and land degradation. Promoting a sustainable use of our ecosystems and preserving biodiversity is not a cause. It is the key to our own survival.» UN \nWe will meet real-life nature heroes; local people working in regenerative ways to protect and restore the eco-system. \nFrom cacao and coconut farmers to local environmentalists\, we will be inspired by their work and come up with ideas of our own to be a nature hero.
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/nature-heroes-camp-republica-dominicana/
LOCATION:Cabrera\, República Dominicana
CATEGORIES:República Dominicana,Suramérica
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hive":MAILTO:kate@thehive.school
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240629
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
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SUMMARY:Ocean Heroes Camp - República Dominicana
DESCRIPTION:«The sustainability of our oceans are under severe threat!» UN \nIn 2015\, the United Nations agreed on 17 Sustainable Development Goals – a blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all – to be achieved by 2030. \nSDG 14 is about «Life Below Water». The UN’s mission statement is to «conserve and sustainably use the oceans\, seas and marine resources for sustainable development». \nDuring the 3 weeks spent at The Hive\, your children will engage with SDG 14 through a variety of different activities and learn all about Life Below Water through our unique self-directed learning model. \nWe will spend lots of time in rivers and the ocean\, meeting the wildlife and those who care for them. \nPrice for 3 weeks $1360 per participant\nDownload the pack for all the information you need.
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/ocean-heroes-camp-republica-dominicana/
LOCATION:Cabrera\, República Dominicana
CATEGORIES:República Dominicana,Suramérica
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hive":MAILTO:kate@thehive.school
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240624
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
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SUMMARY:Moshi\, Tanzania
DESCRIPTION:3 Week Hubs\nFebruary 26 – March 23 2024\nJune 3 – 28 2024\n*Private hubs available on request if these dates don’t work \nYou can stay at our retreat center\, or find your own accommodation in Moshi\, Tanzania and join us for any or all learning experiences.\nSome experiences include:\nA traditional cooking class\nA Maasai medicine workshop\nA visit to a Maasai village\nA visit to our family in Rombo\nAn educational safari for the 4th week(optional)\nDaily options for social emotional learning practices such as mindfulness\, yoga\, meditation\, somatic excercises\, sound bath\, etc. \nWeek 1: Culture\nLearn about the Maasai and Chagga tribes.\nActivities include:\nA Maasai medicine workshop\nA traditional Chagga cooking class\nSwahili Language\nA Waterfall hike and coffee tour \nWeek 2: Natural Building\nWe take a study of shelter and the evolution of building shelter in the area. Our family builds cob houses\, which are a modern take on traditional building practices. You can learn with us how to create these beautiful structures and build along with our projects. \nWeek 3: Art and Nature\nLearn traditional arts like weaving mats with banana leaves\, Maasai beading traditions\, traditional stories\, and capture the beauty of nature with sketching and painting practices. \nWeek 4: Optional Educational Safari\nCustomize a safari experience that works for your family for week 4. Join another family to share costs\, camp\, or enjoy the amenities of a lodge. \nOur daily rhythm includes yoga and mindfulness practices\, nature walks\, family cooking and family meals\, campfires\, stories\, and can also include time for any «traditional» schooling like math\, reading\, etc. and any online curriculums that families may be using.
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/moshi-tanzania/
LOCATION:Moshi\, Tanzania\, República Unida de
CATEGORIES:Africa,Tanzania
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amamilight Wellness":MAILTO:marissa.lipovsky@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240608
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
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SUMMARY:18+ Changemaker Experience - Dominican Republic
DESCRIPTION:Spend 5 weeks in the Caribbean becoming a Changemaker. Develop skills\, make memories and build relationships for life. \nTime & Location\n\n\n27 May 2024\, 09:00 GMT-4 – 07 Jun 2024\, 16:00 GMT-4 \nCabrera\, Carretera Rio San Juan Nagua\, Cabrera 33000\, Dominican Republic \n\n\n\n\nAbout the event\n\n\nAn incredible\, immersive experience in the Caribbean island of Dominican Republic. This incredibly beautiful island is an amazing place to learn how to be a Changemaker. The impact of global issues such as climate change\, plastic pollution\, lack of quality education are felt keenly here. Dominicans are super friendly and keen to be changemakers too. You will work with local social impact projects to design local solutions to global issues that will have a lasting positive impact. You’ll experience first hand what it feels like to be the change the world needs. And most likely improve your Spanish\, have an epic adventure and make friends for life. The basic Changemaker experience is 2 weeks long\, but you can stay for 5 weeks (or longer) and really do something impactful in the community if you wish to.
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/18-changemaker-experience-dominican-republic/
LOCATION:Cabrera\, República Dominicana
CATEGORIES:República Dominicana,Suramérica
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hive":MAILTO:kate@thehive.school
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240524
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
CREATED:20240115T062608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T062608Z
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SUMMARY:Bukhara & Samarkand\, Uzbekistan
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in Bukhara and Samarkand\, Uzbekistan for a fun-filled and community-centered worldschooling gathering from May 17 – 23\, 2024. \nThe Worldschool Pop-Up Hub provides super casual\, budget-friendly opportunities to gather\, connect with other worldschoolers\, learn about the local area\, instill new friendships\, share your insights\, and immerse in a friendly\, accepting mobile community. Our activities highlight local nature\, history\, food\, and culture… but you’ll also have plenty of time to relax\, get to know each other\, and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group’s interests. \nThis pop-up is a bit different than our standard event. Instead of staying in one destination for a week\, we’ll split our time between two different towns. This allows us to see more of this up-and-coming country. Uzbekistan was voted one of the top 2024 destinations by Lonely Planet and we can’t wait to explore with you and find everything this country has to offer! \nPop in for a few days or the full time. Join as many activities as you’d like. It’s up to you! \nOur itinerary will include activities such as the following: \n*Registan Square \n*Eternal City \n*Afrasiyab Settlement and Museum \n*Shopping at the Ancient Silk Road Trading Domes \n*Plazas\, Parks\, Palaces\, Tombs\, Mosques\, Mausoleums\, Museums\, Madrasahs (Islamic Schools)\, Bazaars…there’s so much these areas have to offer\, and we can’t wait to share it with you! \n  \nLODGING: \nWe’re on the move…you must secure all your own accommodations in these suggested areas. Join for as many days as you’re able. \n*Bukhara – stay May 17 – 20. Booking had the best selection for accommodations. Lyabi Khauz or Po-i-Kalyan are good areas and close to where most of our activities will take place\, but taxis are well priced and easy to get around from anywhere in the city. The host family is staying a few blocks south of Lyabi Khauz. \n*We’ll use May 20 as a travel day. Each family is responsible for getting from Bukhara to Samarkand. The host family plans on taking the train. They run them every couple of hours. \n*Samarkand – stay May 20 – 23. Lots of options for accommodations on Booking and AirBnB. The Registan Square is the main point in town and close to most things\, but again\, taxis are easy. The host family is staying near the Amir Timur monument. \nOngoing Plan: The host family will stay in Central Asia for the next couple of months. We’ll disclose our locations for those who want to stay longer in Central Asia and link two or more pop-ups together. \n  \nCOST per Family  \nUS$100 Early Bird Rate\, expires February 1\, 2024 \nUS$140 Regular Rates (a $25 discount is available for families in need\, use code UZB2 at checkout) \n  \nMEET YOUR HOST: \nRachel & family sold everything in 2014 and never have looked back. We’ve been completely nomadic since 2018\, homeschooling our three children. Some of our favorite family travel destinations include Turkey\, Romania\, New Zealand\, Spain\, and London. Our two younger kids will join the Pop-Up and will be 14 and 17 years old. \nWe run the Worldschool Pop-Up Hub and love the people we get to meet from this venture. So far\, we’ve personally hosted or co-hosted more than 20 events and have attended a handful more. Can’t wait to invite you into our mobile communities. \n  \nNEED TO KNOW: \nFamilies are in charge of all their own transport and accommodations. We are happy to provide advice on where to stay\, how to book trains\, etc. if you have any questions. \nIt’s recommended to download the «Yandex» app (Uzbek version of Uber or Grab). It’s easy to use and cheaper than taxis with upfront prices. \n  \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: \nJoin the private Facebook group to ask questions\, stay up to date on activities in the area\, meet the host\, and interact with other potential attendees: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/uzbekistanpopups2024 \nWe will use the same group for the Tashkent-Khiva Pop-Up & the Bukhara-Samarkand Pop-Up as we expect many families to attend both events.
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/bukhara-samarkand-uzbekistan/
LOCATION:Bukhara\, Uzbekistán
CATEGORIES:Asia,Uzbekistan
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240507
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240514
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
CREATED:20240115T062150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T062150Z
UID:6633-1715040000-1715644799@planetaworldschool.com
SUMMARY:Tashkent & Khiva\, Uzbekistan
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in Uzbekistan for a fun-filled and community-centered worldschooling gathering from May 7 – 13\, 2024. \nThe Worldschool Pop-Up Hub provides super casual\, budget-friendly opportunities to gather\, connect with other worldschoolers\, learn about the local area\, instill new friendships\, share your insights\, and immerse in a friendly\, accepting mobile community. Our activities highlight local nature\, history\, food\, and culture… but you’ll also have time to relax\, get to know each other\, and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group’s interests. \nThis pop-up is a bit different than our standard event. Instead of staying in one destination for a week\, we’ll split our time between two different locales. This allows us to see more of this up-and-coming country. Uzbekistan was voted one of the top 2024 destinations by Lonely Planet and we can’t wait to explore all the gems this country has to offer! \nPop in for a few days or the full time. Join as many activities as you’d like. It’s up to you! \nOur itinerary will include activities such as the following: \n*First UNESCO World Heritage Village \n*Magic City Park \n*Shopping at Local Bazaars \n*Museums of All Types (History of Uzbekistan\, Temurids\, Amir Timur\, Applied Arts\, Victims of Repression\, etc.) \n*Kuhna Ark Fortress and Museum \n*Tash Khauli and Isfandiyar Palaces \n*Local Parks \n*Juma Wooden Mosque \n  \nLODGING: \nWe’re on the move…you must secure all your own accommodations in these suggested areas. Join for as many days as you’re able. \n*Tashkent – stay May 7 – 10/11. There are plenty of rentals in town via the typical search engines (AirBNB\, Booking\, etc). It’s recommended to stay close to Amir Timur Square\, as it’s a pretty central location\, but taxis are well-priced and easy to get throughout the town. \n*We’ll use May 11 as a travel day to get to/settle into Khiva. Families are responsible for getting themselves from Tashkent to Khiva. The host family plans on taking the direct\, overnight train departing the evening of May 10th (also a daytime option on May 11th). Details will be shared in the private Facebook Group. \n*Khiva – stay May 11-13. The first ever UNESCO World Heritage Village and one of the most intact silk road cities. It’s a little out of the way\, so overlooked by many tourists\, but still has tons to offer. We suggest staying near the Ota Gate. Booking has many hotel options\, including some converted Islamic schools. The host family is staying at Khiva Hostel. \nOngoing Plan: The host family will stay in Central Asia for the next couple of months. We’ll disclose our locations for those who want to stay longer in Central Asia and link two or more pop-ups together. \n  \nCOST per Family  \nUS$100 Early Bird Rate\, expires January 15\, 2024 \nUS$140 Regular Rates (a $25 discount is available for families in need\, use code UZB1 at checkout) \n  \nMEET YOUR HOST: \nRachel & family sold everything in 2014 and never have looked back. We’ve been completely nomadic since 2018\, homeschooling our three children. Some of our favorite family travel destinations include Turkey\, Romania\, New Zealand\, Spain\, and London. Our two younger kids will join the Pop-Up and will be 14 and 17 years old. \nWe run the Worldschool Pop-Up Hub and love the people we get to meet from this venture. So far\, we’ve personally hosted or co-hosted more than 20 events and have attended a handful more. Can’t wait to invite you into our mobile communities. \n  \nNEED TO KNOW: \nFamilies are in charge of all their own transport and accommodations. We will provide advice on where to stay\, which trains to book\, etc. within the Facebook group. We will also have sequel pop-ups following our travel path through Central Asia. \nIt’s recommended to download the «Yandex» app (Uzbek version of Uber or Grab). It’s easy to use and cheaper than taxis\, plus the bonus feature of upfront pricing. \n  \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: \nJoin the private Facebook group to ask questions\, stay up to date on activities in the area\, meet the host\, and interact with other potential attendees: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/uzbekistanpopups2024 \nNote; We will use the same group for the two Uzbeckistan Pop-Ups: Tashkent-Khiva  &  Bukhara-Samarkand. We expect many families who are interested in one event\, likely will be interested in the other as well. \nBrowse our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about how our pop-ups work: \nhttps://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/faqs
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/tashkent-khiva-uzbekistan/
LOCATION:Uzbekistan
CATEGORIES:Asia,Uzbekistan
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240420
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
CREATED:20240115T061702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T061702Z
UID:6630-1712966400-1713571199@planetaworldschool.com
SUMMARY:Da Nang\, Vietnam
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in Da Nang\, for a fun-filled and community-centered worldschooling gathering April 13 – 19\, 2024. \nThe Worldschool Pop-Up Hub provides super casual\, budget-friendly opportunities to gather\, connect with other worldschoolers\, learn about the local area\, instill new friendships\, share your insights\, and immerse in a friendly\, accepting mobile community. Our activities highlight local nature\, history\, food\, and culture… but you’ll also have plenty of time to relax\, get to know each other\, and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group’s interests. \nPop in for a few days or the full week. Join as many activities as you’d like. It’s up to you! \nOur itinerary will include activities such as the following: \n*Stroll the Han River \n*Dragon Bridge Show \n*Museum of Cham Sculpture \n*Ride the Ba Na Cable Car \n*Han River Boat Tour \n*Vosot Cap Dao Temple \n*See Da Nang Cathedral \n*Visit Marble Mountains \n*Explore the local markets \n*Hang out and picnic on My Khe Beach \nAdd-on options include a day trip to Hoi An\, UNESCO World Heritage site. \n  \nCOST per Family \nUS$100 Early Bird Rate\, expires February 1\, 2024 \nUS$140 Regular Rates (a $25 discount is available for families in need\, use code DANANG25 at checkout) \n  \nMEET YOUR HOSTS: \nHost #1: Charlotte is a solo travelling mum with 2 teen girls\, aged 14 and 17. \nWe’ve been worldschooling since sept 2022 and over this time have done a mix of travel in Europe in our RV\, as well as international travel including attending a number of hubs and pop ups along the way. We have a pretty laid-back attitude with travel… sometimes we have a robust plan and other times we don’t. We love to be spontaneous from time to time which has given us lots of unexpected adventures and allowed us to meet and make friends across the globe. It’s these connections that we love most about our worldschooling lifestyle\, there is absolutely nothing better that meeting up with people we’ve met in different locations across the world again and again… which is why we love the pop-up hubs so much as they offer such a great opportunity to do this. \nHost #2 is Sharla\, traveling with her husband and 2 teen boys\, aged 14 and 18. \nSharla and the rest of the Crabtree Family have been traveling together as a family part- or full-time since 2015. Our family of 4\, with 2 teens (14 and 18) has travelled together around the US\, all over Europe\, Morocco\, Central America\, Thailand\, and are super excited to explore more of Southeast Asia this coming year. Our first pop-up was in London in 2022 and we loved it so much\, we’ve since been to one in Madison\, Wisconsin and another in Kuala Lumpur. We are planning on Penang and Siem Reap\, as well! We will be spending a month in Da Nang prior to the pop-up with other worldschool families\, getting to know the area and planning a great itinerary. \n  \nLODGING & NEIGHBORHOODS: \nDa Nang has many great areas and neighborhoods to explore\, from My Khe Beach right on the city’s beautiful coastline to the bustling Da Nang City Center and Dragon Bridge. The city is divided in half by the Han River\, offering a cityside and beachside. The host families are staying between My Khe Beach and the Han River in the An Thuong area. \nThe Da Nang City Centre\, along the Han River waterfront\, is great if you want to be close to everything and enjoy the local life. This area is centrally located and offers easy access to many of the city’s attractions and eateries. \nIf you prefer to stay closer to the beach\, My Khe Beach is located at the city’s northern end and offers stunning views of the sea and the Son Tra peninsula. This area also has plenty of restaurants\, cafes\, and shops. \nThe An Thuong area offers a great position between the beach and the city centre. An Thuong’s streets are lined with an array of eateries\, boutique stores\, and local markets. \nIf you would like to stay a little further outside the hustle and bustle of the city\, Son Tra Peninsula\, often called the «Green Oasis» of Da Nang\, boasts lush greenery\, meandering roads\, panoramic views of the South China Sea\, and secluded beaches. Car rides into the city will take ~20 minutes. \nLuckily\, no matter where you choose to stay in Da Nang city\, nothing is far away. At most\, it’ll be a 15-minute drive from one corner of the city to the other. The airport is only a 10-min drive from the city center. \n  \nTRANSPORT CONSIDERATIONS: \nDa Nang has an efficient public bus system with routes that are clearly labelled in English at each stop and fares that are very cheap. (VND 7\,000-15\,000 per ride) Other handy transport options include: \n\nMetered taxis – Best way to get from point A to B. Ensure drivers use the meter to avoid arguing over fares.\nMotorbike taxis – Popular for shorter trips where buses don’t go. Negotiate the fare before setting off.\nBicycle & motorbike rental – Ideal for exploring beaches and neighbourhoods at your own pace. Rent from hotels or agencies along main streets.\nGrab car & Grab bike – Southeast Asia’s top ride-hailing app offers everything from cars to motorbikes. Download the app and input your destination for door-to-door convenience.\n\n  \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: \nJoin the private Facebook group to ask questions\, stay up to date on activities in the area\, meet the host\, and interact with other potential attendees: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/danangpopup2024
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/da-nang-vietnam/
LOCATION:Da Nang\, Da Nang\, Vietnam\, Viet Nam
CATEGORIES:Asia,Vietnam
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240407
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
CREATED:20240115T061247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T061247Z
UID:6628-1711843200-1712447999@planetaworldschool.com
SUMMARY:Siem Reap\, Cambodia
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in Siem Reap\, Cambodia\, for a fun-filled and community-centered worldschooling gathering March 31 – April 6\, 2024 \nThe Worldschool Pop-Up Hub provides super casual\, budget-friendly opportunities to gather\, connect with other worldschoolers\, learn about the local area\, instill new friendships\, share your insights\, and immerse in a friendly\, accepting mobile community. Our activities highlight local nature\, history\, food\, and culture… but you’ll also have plenty of time to relax\, get to know each other\, and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group’s interests. \nSiem Reap\, a small town in northwestern Cambodia\, is the gateway to the ruins of Angkor\, the seat of the Khmer kingdom from the 9th–15th centuries. Visitors come here to see the temples\, of course\, but there is plenty to do in and around the city when you’re templed out. Pop in for a few days or the full week. Join as many activities as you’d like. It’s up to you! \nOur itinerary will include activities such as the following: \n*Angkor Wat \n*Local Markets \n*Temples \n*Lotus and Silk Farms \n*Rice Fields \n*Learning  about the Landmine-Sniffing APOPO Rats \n*Countryside Trips \n*Traditional Dance & Music Performances \nAdd-on options include SUP\, a monk blessing\, cooking class\, cycling at temples\, a boat trip to Tonle Sap Lake\, or the Phare Circus. \nCOST per Family \nUS$100 Early Bird Rate\, expires December 15\, 2023 \nUS$140 Regular Rates (a $25 discount is available for families in need\, use code SIEMREAP25 at checkout) \nMEET YOUR HOST: \nYour hosts are Sok\, Christy\, Kian – 11 years\, Maly – 9 years\, & Jay – 7 years. Hi\, I’m Christy\, and we live in Siem Reap. I’m a college counselor and my Cambodian husband grew up in this area and is a local tour guide. I have also worked as tour leader in Southeast Asia for many years. We love hosting and showing off our amazing slice of the world. In fact\, we actually came to learn about worldschooling from several families who’ve stayed at our B&B. \nWe know everything to do here and can provide all sorts of advice for your stay. We’re always organizing events and trips with guests and friends and have a lot of experience in creating memorable\, fun\, and affordable activities! Our family is also really excited to get out and do way more travelling now that the world has opened up again. \nLODGING & NEIGHBORHOODS: \nSiem Reap is a small town near Angkor Wat. Everything is quite accessible from town and the town is generally safe for families (as always please read reviews and exercise common sense). \nYour hosts live in Wat Svay\, Siem Reap\, which is along the river 2 km south of the town center. They run a smalll B&B with 6 private bungalows (including kitchen) and also recommend another family-run hotel 250 meters away with a pool the group can use! For those interested in staying near the host family\, you’ll find links to these accommodation options in the Facebook group mentioned below. \nTRANSPORT CONSIDERATIONS: \nGetting into town is very easy: walking along the river\, using ride apps or tuktuk drivers for as little as $1/trip\, or by hired bicycle. They also have some very friendly dogs around\, too. \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: \nJoin the private Facebook group to ask questions\, stay up to date on activities in the area\, meet the host\, and interact with other potential attendees: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/siemreappopup2024
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/siem-reap-cambodia-2/
LOCATION:Siem Reap\, Cambodia\, Siem Reap\, Camboya
CATEGORIES:Asia,Camboya
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240406
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
CREATED:20240115T060716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T060716Z
UID:6625-1711756800-1712361599@planetaworldschool.com
SUMMARY:Osaka\, Japan
DESCRIPTION:Explore Osaka\, Japan during cherry blossom season! We have a fun-filled and community-centered worldschool gathering March 30 – April 5\, 2024. \nOur pop-ups provide a super casual\, budget-friendly opportunity to gather\, connect with other worldschoolers\, learn about the local area\, instill new friendships\, share your insights\, and immerse in a friendly\, accepting mobile community. \nWe’ve cherry-picked the best low- or no-cost activities that highlight local nature\, arts\, history\, food\, and culture… but you’ll also have plenty of time to relax\, get to know each other\, and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group’s interests (we provide supplemental ideas to tailor your experience). \nPop in for a few days or the full week. Join as many activities as you’d like. It’s up to you! We would love to have you come and simply hang out with like-minded families while we dive in and explore the local offerings. \nOur itinerary will include activities such as the following: \n*Osaka Walking Tour \n*Osaka Castle \n*Tennoji Park & Zoo \n*Ooedo Minoh traditional onsen baths and waterfall hike \n*Todaiji Daibutsuden historic Buddhist temple \n*Tsutenkaku Tower observation deck \n*Street food & markets \n*Tempozan’s 112 meter tall Ferris wheel \n*Big Bang Sakai Children’s Museum and 53m Jungle Gym \n*Osaka Science Museum \nAdd on options include Bampaku Beast amusement park\, World Fair Park\, Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan\, Lego Land\, or a day trip to Hiroshima or Kyoto! \nCOST per Family \nUS$100 Early Bird Rate\, expires January 15\, 2024 \nUS$140 Regular Rates (a $25 discount is available for families in need\, use code OSAKA25 at checkout) \nMEET YOUR HOST: \nI’m Tara\, and I’m traveling with my family of four with two kids (son will be 13 and daughter is 11).  My husband and I early retired in 2021\, and we moved from Houston to Spain where we’ve spent the last two years until the end of June 2023. \nMy husband worked in accounting while I was an art educator for the previous 11 years (experience from PreK age through to Seniors in HS). Prior to the classroom\, I worked in museum education and advertising. My passions\, interests\, and experience made the leap to worldschooling right up my alley! One of my favorite places in the world (so far) is NYC. I may be biased since I spent most of my 20s in NYC. I love big cities\, but I also love getting out of my comfort zone and experiencing new things (including smaller places like Granada). \nAfter two years of full immersion in Granada\, Spain\, we are now full-time nomadic travelers / worldschoolers. We currently plan to slow travel for two years and then apply for Spanish visas again (which would put our oldest at ESO 3 age or US High School age). But who knows how our plans may evolve as we travel full-time? \nWe are spending March and April in Japan (with 6 weeks in Osaka).  We chose Osaka because of Cherry Blossom Season\, endless attractions and activities\, and it also offers easy access to Kyoto.  One of my favorite things to do is guide my family through unique adventures and opportunities (and big cities are my jam)… I would love to share this with other families.  We hosted our first Worldschool Pop-Up in Budapest in November 2023\, and we had a blast.  We hope to meet you in Osaka at the end of March / early April 2024. \nLODGING & NEIGHBORHOODS: \nOsaka is a large but safe city. If you use your common sense there are no truly dangerous areas to avoid. However\, our activities are grouped by areas accessible via public transport. \nOur host recommends the following three neighborhoods serviced by the Midosuji subway line: \n(1) Kita Ward (North 北): Around Osaka and Umeda stations. \n(2) Minami (South 南): Around Namba Station. \n(3) Tennoji/Abeno: Around Tennoji and Abeno stations. These are centralized neighborhoods with good transportation access. \nThe host has a rental near Yodogawa Ward. \nTRANSPORT CONSIDERATIONS: \nTransport info here: https://www.osaka.com/info/osaka-metro/ \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: \nJoin the private Facebook group to ask questions\, stay up to date on activities in the area\, meet the host\, and interact with other potential attendees: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/osakapopup2024
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/osaka-japan/
LOCATION:Japón\, Tokyo\, Japón
CATEGORIES:Asia,Japon
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240330
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
CREATED:20230919T100657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T100657Z
UID:6010-1711152000-1711756799@planetaworldschool.com
SUMMARY:Suva\, Fiji
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in Suva\, Fiji\, for a fun-filled and community-centered worldschooling gathering March 23 – 29\, 2024. \nThe Worldschool Pop-Up Hub provides super casual\, budget-friendly opportunities to gather\, connect with other worldschoolers\, learn about the local area\, instill new friendships\, share your insights\, and immerse in a friendly\, accepting mobile community. Our activities highlight local nature\, history\, food\, and culture… but you’ll also have plenty of time to relax\, get to know each other\, and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group’s interests. \nPop in for a few days or the full week. Join as many activities as you’d like. It’s up to you! \nOur itinerary will include activities such as the following: \n*Colo-I-Suva Forest Park & Waterfalls\n*Olympic Pool\n*My Suva Park\n*Fiji Museum\n*Damodar City\n*Pacific Harbour Beaches\n*Local Markets\n*Lovo Dinner with Local Family\n*Damodar Aquatic Centre\n*Ice Cream and City Stroll \nAdd-ons include Pacific Harbour Cultural Centre and watching a Rugby Game. \n  \nCOST per Family \nUS$100 Early Bird Rate\, expires November 1\, 2023 \nUS$140 Regular Rates (a $25 discount is available for families in need\, use code SUVA25 at checkout) \n  \nMEET YOUR HOST: \nWe are a family of five. Laitia is from Fiji and Amanda is from Wisconsin\, USA. Laitia and Amanda met while living and working in Kuwait. Our children are ages 10\, 9\, and 6. We spend most of our time in Wisconsin with Amanda’s family\, helping run the family septic business. We travel to Fiji as often as we can and lived there for about a year when our oldest children were toddlers. We haven’t made the move to full time worldschooling but travel as often as possible. Thus far our travels with the kids have mainly centered around the USA\, the Caribbean\, and Fiji. \nAmanda is a former teacher who left the classroom about five years ago to homeschool the children and in hopes of having more flexibility to travel. We are excited to share Laitia’s home with you and connect with other like-minded families! \n  \nLODGING & NEIGHBORHOODS: \nSuva City is located on a penninsula that extends out from the Southeastern coast of Viti Levu\, the big island in Fiji. Suva is accessed by flying into Nadi International Airport. From Nadi there are many options to get to Suva with a scenic 3.5-4 hour drive including taxis\, mini buses\, coach buses\, private transfers\, shared transfers\, or rental car. It is also possible to fly from Nadi to Nausori Airport. From Nausori the drive into Suva is approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour. \nSuva is a relatively small city. Many of our activities will be within walking distance of Suva City Center\, several activities are planned around the Albert Park vicinity. There will be a couple of days that either a taxi or rental car will be required to access our locations\, but most days walking and the bus system are sufficient. There are many places to eat all around Suva and the surrounding area. \nThe host family will be staying in Kinoya with their local family. Kinoya lies northeast of Suva City. This is not an area with much lodging\, though it may be possible to find an Airbnb or similar in nearby Laucala Beach where International School Suva is housed. Neither Kinoya nor Laucala Beach will be nearly as convenient as Suva City Center for accessing our activities. \nParticipants should exercise caution and awareness as they would in any large city. Poverty is high in Fiji and there is a large homeless population in Suva. The seaside should be avoided at night as well as clubs and poorly lit streets. Pickpocketing is somewhat of an issue in Suva City. \n  \nTRANSPORT CONSIDERATIONS: \nPublic transport is abundant in the Suva area. There is a large taxi network as well as an established bus system. Taxis are metered so be sure your driver is using the meter unless you have made a prior agreement with the driver. If you have transport questions\, please ask in the Facebook group below\, we’re happy to help! \n  \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: \nJoin the private Facebook group to ask questions\, stay up to date on activities in the area\, meet the host\, and interact with other potential attendees: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/suvapopup2024 \nBrowse our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about how our pop-ups work: \nhttps://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/faqs
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/suva-fiji/
LOCATION:Suva\, Suva\, Fiyi
CATEGORIES:Fiyi,Oceanía
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ORGANIZER;CN="Worldschool Pop-up":MAILTO:worldschoolpopuphub@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240319
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
CREATED:20230919T100120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T100120Z
UID:6006-1710201600-1710806399@planetaworldschool.com
SUMMARY:Yogyakarta\, Indonesia
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in Yogyakarta\, Indonesia\, for a community-centered resort-and-culture week\, March 12 – 18\, 2024. It is said that Yogyakarta is the capital of Indonesian culture. It is home to the world’s largest Buddhist temple and one of Indonesia’s most significant Hindu temples. For many Indonesian people\, it’s a place they will make a pilgrimage to once in their life\, and you’ll be amazed at the many friendly Indonesian tourists and activities for them. It can also be a bit of a hectic city at times\, so for this trip we will base ourselves at a paradise within Yogyakarta\, the Hyatt Regency Resort. \nThis event is a little different than our typical structure. On top of our usual week of awesome activities\, families will be taking advantage of the Hyatt Regency Resort facilities while we explore Yogyakarta together. Your family may either stay at the Hyatt or purchase day passes to utilize the facilities during the pop-up week! More info in the Lodging Section below. \nThe Worldschool Pop-Up Hub provides super casual opportunities to gather\, connect with other worldschoolers\, learn about the local area\, instill new friendships\, share your insights\, and immerse in a friendly\, accepting mobile community. Our activities highlight local nature\, history\, food\, and culture… but you’ll also have plenty of time to relax\, get to know each other\, and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group’s interests. \nPop in for a few days or the full week. Join as many activities as you’d like. It’s up to you! \nOur itinerary will include activities such as the following: \n*Borobudor Temple\, dating from the 9th century this site is renowned as the largest Buddhist temple in the world\n*Prambanam Temple\, an expansive 9th-century Hindu temple complex featuring structures with stone spires & sculptures\n*Central Museum of the Air Force Dirgantara Mandala\n*Java History and Culture Museum\n*Kranggan Traditional Market for local food and traditional goods\n*Marliboro Street wandering and shopping\n*Hazmah Batik Shop\n*Shokudou Japan Night Food Market\n*Museum Sonobudoyo\n*Joja Museum \nAdd-ons include batik making classes and a Javanese cooking class. \nCOST per FAMILY: \nUS$100 Early Bird Rate\, expires November 1\, 2023 \nUS$140 Regular Rates (a $25 discount is available for families in need\, use code 25 at checkout) \n  \nMEET YOUR HOST: \nHi\, I’m Bevin. We have been wandering the world since the kids were babies\, and Alexander (13) and Cassia (10) love traveling as much as their mama. We learn as we wander and are always interested in unique & authentic cultural experiences. We have traveled to more than 75 countries since the kids were born\, and we are always excited about finding new places we love\, as well as returning to favorites. \nI’ll be honest here — we aren’t so into roughing it\, and we all enjoy a fun swimming pool and delicious breakfast buffet! We went to Yogyakarta in winter of 2023 and absolutely loved this hotel and surrounding area. The kids have been begging to go back ever since\, so we thought — why not bring along friends?!? \n  \nSTRUCTURE for the WEEK: \nEach day we will plan a half-day outing\, departing the resort at about 9:30-10:00am. We’ll return to the resort around 2:00-3:00pm each day to allow plenty of time to enjoy the facilities during the steamy afternoons. Some daily outings may be shorter\, the visit to Borobudor Temple will be longer. \n  \nLODGING & NEIGHBORHOODS: \nThe majority of the activities will be held in Northern Yogyakarta. The host family will be staying at the Hyatt Regency Resort which will be a centralized location for our activities. \nThe Hyatt Regency Resort property is spectacular with landscaped gardens\, pavilions\, terraced goldfish ponds\, and the most fabulous pools! The series of pools has a large temple in the center with a big (adult-friendly!) waterslide. There is a jungle pool under the trees\, complete with a Tarzan swing off the “cliff”\, and there is an activity area with a balance battle station and water basketball. You’ll also find some resident guinea pigs to feed\, Indonesian games\, and older children can rent electric scooters to explore the grounds. You can see a complete list of resort activities here. \nOur family went to the hotel in February of 2023 and absolutely loved every minute. It is one of the places my kids have asked to return. If you have been to Bali\, you’ll find Yogyakarta completely different. It’s still that gorgeous green of Bali\, but a lot more authentic\, and lot less (foreign) touristed. It’s a fantastic value! \nAs world travelers who frequent resorts\, we think this is one of the most wonderful and best value resorts we have been to around the world. The breakfast is out of this world! With endless local dishes\, make your own noodle soup buffet station\, all the sweet things\, fresh juices and fruits\, and wonderful salads. It’s a dream\, and you won’t want to miss it. \nGood to know: There are rooms at this hotel that come with Club Lounge Access\, which includes breakfast and also an evening two-hour service with unlimited alcoholic beverages and “snacks”\, which we find are enough for a light dinner for our family. It’s a relaxed but somewhat formal environment\, you’ll want to wear something a little nicer than pool clothes and flip-flops. \nHyatt Regency Resort Rooms: The rooms in the hotel are clean\, air-conditioned\, have a private bathroom\, and have 2 twins or 1 king bed\, plus a simple chair and desk. The hotel can arrange for an additional rollaway bed for a charge and can accommodate families in adjoining rooms as well. \nRoom Configuration and Number of People Accommodated: \n\nBase Room =  2 adults (ages 12+) plus 1 child under the age of 12 — OR  — 1 adult with 2 children (under 12)\nBase Room + Rollaway Bed = 3 adults (ages 12+) — OR — 2 adults (ages 12+) with 2 children (under 12)\nEither room can add the breakfast and happy hour food service by selecting the «Club Lounge Access» option\nNote: The hotel is firm on ages\, all guests 12 years and older are considered adults. If you have a 4-person family and all members are 12 and older\, you will need two rooms. Adjoining rooms are available.\nIf we have enough interested participants\, and our group requires 10+ rooms\, we will do what we can to receive group rates.\nHyatt Points: This is one of the best deals around for those with Hyatt Points! One week at the Resort equates to a single night of regular Hyatt accommodation.\n\nRestaurants: There are many restaurants nearby\, and eating out is extremely inexpensive (especially outside of the resort). We enjoyed a few vegan Javanese cafes when we were there\, which were wonderful\, and about US$2 or so per person. \nWe recommend staying at the resort if possible or an area in the north of the city. For those staying off-site\, a day pass is available for the days your family wishes to join in the resort activities. At time of publication\, passes cost ~US$7/day for a child (ages 0 -11)\, and ~US$14/day for adults (ages 12+). \nAll questions you have about the resort can be directed to Bevin\, you’ll find her in the Facebook group listed below. \n  \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: \nJoin the private Facebook group to ask questions\, stay up to date on activities in the area\, meet the host\, and interact with other potential attendees: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/yogyakartapopup2024 \nBrowse our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about how our pop-ups work: \nhttps://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/faqs
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/yogyakarta-indonesia/
LOCATION:Yogyakarta\, Yogyakarta\, Indonesia
CATEGORIES:Asia,Indonesia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240310
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T075902Z
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SUMMARY:Val Venosta\, Italy
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in Val Venosta\, Italy\, for a fun-filled and community-centered worldschooling gathering March 3 – 9\, 2024. \nThe Worldschool Pop-Up Hub provides super casual\, budget-friendly opportunities to gather\, connect with other worldschoolers\, learn about the local area\, instill new friendships\, share your insights\, and immerse in a friendly\, accepting mobile community. Our activities highlight local nature\, history\, food\, and culture… but you’ll also have plenty of time to relax\, get to know each other\, and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group’s interests. \nPop in for a few days or the full week. Join as many activities as you’d like. It’s up to you! \nOur itinerary will include activities such as the following: \n*Downhill & Cross-Country Skiing\n*Snowboarding\n*An 8-Kilometre Sledging/Tobogganing Trail\n*Archery Parkour\n*Stelvio National Park\n*Ice Skating\n*Visit a Local Milk / Cheese Factory\n*Visit Merano and its Historical Centre\n*Hot Springs\n*Snowshoeing\n*Playing in the Snow\, Winter Hiking\, Forest Walks\, etc. \nCOST per Family\nThis event is limited to 15 families\nUS$100 Early Bird Rate\, expires December 1\, 2023\nUS$140 Regular Rates (a $25 discount is available for families in need use VV25 at checkout) \nMEET YOUR HOST:\nThis pop-up will be hosted by Jana: I’m a mother with 2 girls (12 and 9 years old). I love nature\, being outside\, and sports. I work online part-time so we can travel a lot. We love the Alps and we spend more than 6 months each year in the South Tyrol. This area is fantastic for winter sports with over 300 sunny days per year! I would like to invite you for skiing\, sledding\, and ice skating on the lake. There are beautiful forests too\, with outdoor archery and many winter activities and fun. \nLODGING & NEIGHBORHOODS:\nVal Venosta is a wonderful region full of forests\, sunshine\, good food\, and many activities to enjoy. St. Valentin auf der Haide or Reschen are the best places to stay. Many activities are within walking distance\, including skiing\, skating\, archery parkour\, and more. \nThe ski resort has modern lift facilities\, 110 kms of perfectly groomed slopes\, and snow guaranteed until Easter at an altitude of 1500 to 2900 metres above sea level. It offers a wide array of options to families\, snowboarders\, cross-country and downhill skiers\, etc. At nearby Resia Lake with its Romanesque church tower\, there are great opportunities for ice skating\, kiting\, and ice sailing. \nIf you want to enjoy your holidays with your RV or caravan even in winter\, this is the place for you. The winter camping has everything you need to have a great time here – Camping zum See. \nThe host lives in Mals; there are plenty of possibilities to stay in there including the Bio Hotel Panorama\, which is next to the host’s place. If you want to avoid going by car for skiing\, we recommend to stay in St. Valentin auf der Haide\, Reschen\, or Nauders. You’ll find many options for hotels\, apartments\, or camping facilities. \nTRANSPORT CONSIDERATIONS:\nWith a car\, there is no need to avoid any areas; without a car one has to be aware of the availability of public transport options (bus) and it’s best to stay in St. Valentin auf der Haide\, Reschen\, or Nauders. \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION:\nJoin the private Facebook group to ask questions\, stay up to date on activities in the area\, meet the host\, and interact with other potential attendees: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/valvenostapopup2024
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/val-venosta-italy/
LOCATION:Val Ventosa\, Val Venosta\, Italy\, Italia
CATEGORIES:Europa,Italia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240214
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
CREATED:20231108T074431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T074431Z
UID:6305-1707264000-1707868799@planetaworldschool.com
SUMMARY:Khao Sok\, Thailand
DESCRIPTION:The Worldschool Pop-Up Hub provides super casual\, budget-friendly opportunities to gather\, connect with other worldschoolers\, learn about the local area\, instill new friendships\, share your insights\, and immerse in a friendly\, accepting mobile community. Our activities highlight local nature\, history\, food\, and culture… but you’ll also have plenty of time to relax\, get to know each other\, and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group’s interests. \nPop in for a few days or the full week. Join as many activities as you’d like. It’s up to you! \nOur itinerary will include activities such as the following: \n*Swimming in the river\, lakes\, & waterfalls\n*Soaking in the hot springs\n*Visiting Buddhist & Hindu Wat/Temples\n*​​Exploring Khao Sok National Park with ancient rainforest\, limestone cliffs\, and waterfalls\n*Hiking to find rare flora & fauna\n*Swimming and water sports at Lake Chiaw Lan\n*Exploring Khlong Phanom National Park & hoping to spot the rataflesia (the world’s largest bloom also known as the corpse flower)\n*Visiting Rajjaprabha Dam\n*Touring a local permaculture farm\n*Taking a Thai cooking class \nAdd-ons include: Takua Pa walking street\, longtail boat rides\, the Khao Sok Elephant Sanctuary\, nighttime trekking through the forest with a guide\, and some families may even opt for a night in Khao Sok National Park\, with the option to stay in a floating hut and witness the sunset / sunrise on the lake. \nSUPER EXCITING ADD-ON: This pop-up will be followed by a 3-4 week opportunity to volunteer at Gaarawé Village. The volunteer stay will be arranged separately from the pop-up and our hosts will share all necessary information including rates & amenities\, expectations\, timelines\, etc\, within the Facebook Group listed below. More information will be added as we solidify the details\, this opportunity will be limited to 5-7 families depending on the size of families who sign up. \nCOST per Family \nThis event is limited to 12 families\nUS$100 Early Bird Rate\, expires December 1\, 2023\nUS$140 Regular Rates (a $25 discount is available for families in need use KhaoSok25 at checkout) \nMEET YOUR HOST: \nThis pop-up will be hosted by Tanja & Chris: We are a family of four and are advocates of self-directed education. Our crew consists of two amazing girls\, aged 8 and 12\, who inspire us daily with their boundless curiosity and zest for discovery. Our desire for unique educational experiences led us to Costa Rica\, Africa\, and most recently Ibiza\, Spain\, where we resided for two transformative years. During our time there\, the adults were staff members\, and our girls were students at a democratic school. It felt very rewarding to be an instrumental part in launching a self-directed style school on the island. \nWe have never called ourselves Worldschoolers\, yet here we are. Our passion for exploration\, community building\, and permaculture has taken us on exciting adventures across the globe. We thrive on uncovering obscure gems in our travels and cherish opportunities to help build communities. While we’re currently situated in the United States\, our next chapter awaits in Thailand\, where we’ll be volunteering on a permaculture farm near the Khao Sok National Park. We hope to cultivate a sense of community with both people/families and the planet. Join us on this journey of growth\, learning\, and adventure. The world is our classroom\, and you’re invited to be part of our remarkable story! \nLODGING & NEIGHBORHOODS:\nThis region of Khao Sok is what remains of the oldest tropical evergreen rain forest in the world\, a 160-million-year-old ecosystem. Khao Sok National Park is known for its clear waters and signature fern-covered limestone cliffs that shoot straight up into the air like crocodile teeth. We will be surrounded by nature and all of its beauty! The pop-up activities will be centered near the Khao Sok National Park Headquarters where there is a wide range of lodging possibilities and tourist facilities. Google pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/GYFJ7mE1M1ds9WyS8 \nOnce the pop-up concludes\, families are invited to join a 3 – 4 week hands-on volunteering opportunity with Chris & Tanja’s family at Gaarawé Village. The opportunity is arranged directly with the hosts in conjunction with the permaculture farm. Gaarawé Villages nominal rates include lodging\, three daily meals\, and other amenities such as laundry facilities and high speed internet. The farm is in the Phanom District in the southwest of Surat Thani province of southern Thailand\, not far from Khao Sok National Park. When not volunteering at the permaculture farm there are opportunities to hike\, swim\, paddle\, soak\, and explore a less beaten path in this more remote area of Thailand. There will be a limit to the number of families who can be accommodated within this volunteer opportunity. More info to be shared soon\, please check the Facebook group listed below. \nTRANSPORT CONSIDERATIONS:\nThe national park is a touristed area on a main east – west throughway. Local buses\, minivans and taxis can take you from Phuket\, Surat Thani\, or Krabi to the National Park headquarters (2-3 hours one-way). Additionally\, Grab (an app that works like Uber) is used in the area. Some families may opt to rent a car or scooters\, though many will plan to use public transport. \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION:\nJoin the private Facebook group to ask questions\, stay up to date on activities in the area\, meet the host\, and interact with other potential attendees:\nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/khaosokpopup2024 \nLearn more about the permaculture farm experience here: Gaarawé Village Volunteer Opportunity
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/khao-sok-thailand/
LOCATION:Khao Sok\, Khap Sok\,\, Tailandia
CATEGORIES:Asia,Tailandia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240213
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
CREATED:20231108T073938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T073938Z
UID:6301-1707177600-1707782399@planetaworldschool.com
SUMMARY:Yakumo\, Hokkaido\, Japan
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in Yakumo\, for a fun-filled and community-centered worldschool gathering February 6-12\, 2024. \nThe Worldschool Pop-Up Hub provides super casual\, budget-friendly opportunities to gather\, connect with other worldschoolers\, learn about the local area\, instill new friendships\, share your insights\, and immerse in a friendly\, accepting mobile community. Our activities highlight local nature\, history\, food\, and culture… but you’ll also have plenty of time to relax\, get to know each other\, and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group’s interests. \nPop in for a few days or the full week. Join as many activities as you’d like. It’s up to you! \nOur itinerary will include activities such as the following: \n*Yakumo’s SAMUIBEYA Winter Festival\n*Skiing & Snowboarding\n*Pecolela Campground (for Igloo-Making and other Winter Activities)\n*Mochi Making\n*Snowshoeing\n*Yakumocho Kiborikuma Museum\n*Yakumo Shrine\n*Community Dinners and Game Nights\n*Japanese Crafts – Origami\, Shuji\, etc… \nCOST per Family (Limited to 10 Families)\nUS$100 Early Bird Rate\, expires November 15\, 2023\nUS$140 Regular Rates (a $25 discount is available for families in need\, use code YAKUMO25 at checkout) \nMEET YOUR HOST:\nKenichiro\, Awilda\, and Ricardo (11 y/o) will be your hosts in Yakumo\, Hokkaido Japan. My spouse and I chose to retire early and began traveling fulltime with Ricardo in 2020 as house and pet sitters in Spain and around the US. In 2021 we lived in Latin America as part of the Traveling Circus. In 2023 we traveled through Southeast Asia and Japan\, hosted a pop up in Osaka and attended one in Siem Reap. \nSo why Yakumo of all the places? It is located between Sapporo and Hokodate and is accessible by train and bus. In February 2023\, our family had the opportunity to volunteer and spend two weeks in this town. We met an individual who was trying to transform this town into a hub of creativity for young people in Japan as well as revitalize the economy of the region. Yakumo is not a typical tourist destination but while we were there\, we experienced activities including skiing\, snowboarding\, snowshoeing\, mochi making\, winter festival with snowmobiles and banana boats\, igloo making\, etc. We volunteered with an organization providing jobs for persons with disabilities. I feel that this pop-up will introduce families to a typical small town in northern Japan. There are plenty of nature activities and opportunities to interact with the local community. \nLODGING & NEIGHBORHOODS:\nOur activities will take place in Yakumo town\, centered around Guest House Sento. Yakumo town has limited accommodation\, and the host family recommends staying with them at the small inn (Sento). There are some other hotels and guesthouses available within walking distance of Sento. Sento also has a restaurant attached and will serve as a central location and meeting point for many of the activities (ie game night\, community dinner). \nTRANSPORT CONSIDERATIONS:\nThere is a JR Yakumo train station inside the town. Public transportation is limited within and around the town and we will have to arrange transportation via van through our local contact to get to the sites outside the town\, like skiing and snowshoeing. The furthest location is about 30-minutes by car and 1-hour by public transportation. \nSKI / SNOWBOARD COSTS:\nPricing for skiing and snowboarding is less than half the cost of the more popular Japanese sites\, like Niseko.  Expect to pay around US$23 for the rentals and US$10-20 for lift tickets. \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION:\nJoin the private Facebook group to ask questions\, stay up to date on activities in the area\, meet the host\, and interact with other potential attendees: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/yakumopopup2024
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/yakumo-hokkaido-japan/
LOCATION:Yakumo\, Hokkaido\, Japón
CATEGORIES:Asia,Japon
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240203
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
CREATED:20230919T095637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T095637Z
UID:6003-1706400000-1706918399@planetaworldschool.com
SUMMARY:Penang\, Malaysia
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in Penang\, Malaysia for a fun-filled and community-centered worldschooling gathering January 28 – February 3\, 2024. Chinese New Year is celebrated on Feb 10\, 2024\, and we hope to catch the beginnings of this festive season in Penang. \nThe Worldschool Pop-Up Hub provides super casual\, budget-friendly opportunities to gather\, connect with other worldschoolers\, learn about the local area\, instill new friendships\, share your insights\, and immerse in a friendly\, accepting mobile community. Our activities highlight local nature\, history\, food\, and culture… but you’ll also have plenty of time to relax\, get to know each other\, and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group’s interests. \nPop in for a few days or the full week. Join as many activities as you’d like. It’s up to you! \nOur itinerary will include activities such as the following: \n*Georgetown UNESCO World Heritage Zone + it’s iconic murals\n*Clan Jetties\n*Entopia Butterfly Farm\n*Penang Hill\n*Taman Bandaraya Youth Park\n*Eat at a Hawker Centre\n*Kek Lok Si Temple\n*New World Park\n*Hin Market\n*Balik Pulau – Saanen Dairy Goat Farm\n*Sunset at Pantai Malindo\n*Beach Day\n*Friendship Park «I Love Penang» Sign Photo-Op \nAdd-ons include the Snake Temple\, Floating Mosque\, Penang National Park\, and The Habitat on Penang Hill. \n  \nCOST per Family \nUS$100 Early Bird Rate\, expires October 15\, 2023 \nUS$140 Regular Rates (a $25 discount is available for families in need\, use code PENANG25 at checkout) \nMEET YOUR HOST: \nRachel & family sold everything in 2014 and never have looked back. They’ve been completely nomadic since 2018\, homeschooling their three children. Some of their favorite family travel destinations include Turkey\, Romania\, New Zealand\, Spain\, and London. Their two younger kids will join the Penang Pop-Up and will be 14 and 16 years old. \nLODGING & NEIGHBORHOODS: \nGeorgetown & Tanjung Tokong will be the most centralized locations for our activities\, however there are many neighborhoods to choose from. Here are a few to consider: \n\nGeorgetown – The historic center and capital of the island… and is the UNESCO World Heritage Zone. Housing will typically be in old\, unique shop houses although many units are renovated and modern on the inside.\nTanjung Tokong and Straits Quay – North of Georgetown\, a much more modern-looking area with many skyscrapers. The host family will be staying here.\nBatu Ferringhi – The popular beaches area and expat haven (although expats will be found in all these neighborhoods)\n*Note\, if you choose to stay longer to experience Lunar New Year\, traffic everywhere will be quite bad for the holidays\, but perhaps most especially along this entire northern stretch of the island\, from Georgetown to Batu Ferringhi.\nAir Itam – A decidedly more local neighborhood\, despite being home to many tourist attractions in Penang Hill and the Kek Lok Si Temple.\n\n  \nTRANSPORT CONSIDERATIONS: \nGrab will almost always be the best option\, so be sure to download the app (basically Southeast Asia’s version of Uber). Unfortunately\, traffic will likely be awful for the entire week. This is the downside to being in a popular destination during the biggest holiday of the year. However\, we will plan a logistically efficient itinerary\, grouping activities by proximity. \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: \nJoin the private Facebook group to ask questions\, stay up to date on activities in the area\, meet the host\, and interact with other potential attendees: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/penangpopup2024 \nBrowse our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about how our pop-ups work: \nhttps://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/faqs
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/penang-malaysia/
LOCATION:Penang\, Penang\, Malasia
CATEGORIES:Asia,Malasia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Worldschool Pop-up":MAILTO:worldschoolpopuphub@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240129
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
CREATED:20231108T073238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T073238Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego\, California - Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in San Diego\, California\, USA\, for a fun-filled and community-centered worldschooling gathering January 22 – 28\, 2024. \nThe Worldschool Pop-Up Hub provides super casual\, budget-friendly opportunities to gather\, connect with other worldschoolers\, learn about the local area\, instill new friendships\, share your insights\, and immerse in a friendly\, accepting mobile community. Our activities highlight local nature\, history\, food\, and culture… but you’ll also have plenty of time to relax\, get to know each other\, and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group’s interests. \nPop in for a few days or the full week. Join as many activities as you’d like. It’s up to you! \nOur itinerary will include activities such as the following: \n*Encinitas Moonlight Beach and Playground\n*Del Mar Beach and Playground\n*Hotel Del Coronado Hang Out\n*Liberty Station and Public Food Market\n*Exploring the Old Town\n*La Jolla Cave and Seal-Watching\n*Mountain Cowles Hike\n*Balboa Park\n*Children’s Museum\n*Convention Center Stairs and Seaport Village Walk \nAdd-ons include: Harbor Cruise Tour of San Diego Bay or the famous San Diego Zoo! \nCOST per Family\nThis event is limited to 20 families\nUS$100 Early Bird Rate\, expires December 1\, 2023\nUS$140 Regular Rates (a $25 discount is available for families in need\, use code SD25 at checkout) \nMEET YOUR HOST: \nThis pop-up will be hosted by Khrystyna. She moved to San Diego at 19 years old and has been in love with this city ever since. She’s super familiar with the area and knows lots of amazing\, off the beaten path places to share with other worldschoolers. A little more about her: \nWho Am I? I am a woman\, a wife\, a mother (to a 3-year-old)\, a business owner\, and so much more in between. Professionally\, I have been a real estate broker. On the side\, I’ve been leading women’s self-empowerment events for over a decade in the San Diego area\, such as transformational women’s book clubs\, mega networking events for businesswomen\, self-love creative events\, accountability groups\, etc. I have also always loved to travel and once my husband and I met\, I passed on the bug to him! \nThe reason we are doing this\, even though we have fun traveling as a family\, is because we ARE BETTER TOGETHER in a community. Creating the community circles we need\, where we can share\, and where our kids can play\, learn\, and connect… it’s all we need to THRIVE. \nLODGING & NEIGHBORHOODS: \nSan Diego is a large\, sprawling city. To be centrally located for our pop-up\, it’s recommended to stay in the downtown San Diego neighborhoods (Downtown\, Gaslamp\, Little Italy\, and Balboa Park areas with North Park and South Park a little farther away from our main activities). Mission Valley and Old Town areas are also excellent choices to be close to the action. As with any large city\, read reviews to find safe areas for your family to stay. Try to avoid staying in East San Diego if possible. \nFor those coming in RVs and campers (or looking for cabins)\, San Diego Metro KOA Resort gets great reviews and is close to the downtown area.  Admiral Baker RV Campground (only for those with military service background) also has good reviews and is close to the action. Campland on the Bay is a bit farther to the north\, it also has a marina for boating families. \nTRANSPORT CONSIDERATIONS: \nTrolley lines are available in downtown San Diego. Unfortunately\, they don’t go everywhere we’ll be visiting. Renting a car is preferable\, otherwise Ubers or taxis can fill in as necessary. \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: \nJoin the private Facebook group to ask questions\, stay up to date on activities in the area\, meet the host\, and interact with other potential attendees: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/sandiegopopup2024/
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/san-diego-california-pop-up/
LOCATION:San Diego\, San Diego\, California\, Estados Unidos
CATEGORIES:Estados Unidos
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240109
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
CREATED:20230919T095207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T095207Z
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SUMMARY:Kuala Lumpur\, Malaysia
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in Kuala Lumpur\, Malaysia\, for a fun-filled and community-centered worldschooling gathering January 2 – 8\, 2024. \nThe Worldschool Pop-Up Hub provides super casual\, budget-friendly opportunities to gather\, connect with other worldschoolers\, learn about the local area\, instill new friendships\, share your insights\, and immerse in a friendly\, accepting mobile community. Our activities highlight local nature\, history\, food\, and culture… but you’ll also have plenty of time to relax\, get to know each other\, and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group’s interests. \nPop in for a few days or the full week. Join as many activities as you’d like. It’s up to you! \nOur itinerary will include activities such as the following: \n*Hike in Taman Tugu\n*National Science Centre\n*Perdana Botanical Gardens\n*Petronas Twin Towers\n*National Monument \n*Exploring a Malaysian Food Courts\n*KL history walk\n*Islamic Arts Museum\n*Central Market\n*Hike with a Local & Learn Jungle Survival Skills in the Gombak Forest\n*Homeschool Picnic (to meet local homeschoolers)\n*Homeschool Fun Fair\n*Aquaria\n*Sunway Lagoon \nAdd-ons include: stops at Sultan Abdul Samad Building\, Muzium Negara\, Sri Mahamariamman Temple\, Thean Hou Temple\, \nMasjid Negara\, Istana Budaya\, Masjid Jamek\, Escape PJ\, Putra World Trade Centre\, Dataran Merdeka\, KL Tower\, and a trip to Batu Caves! \nCOST per Family \nUS$100 Early Bird Rate\, expires October 1\, 2023 \nUS$140 Regular Rates (a $25 discount is available for families in need\, use code KL25 at checkout) \n  \nMEET YOUR HOSTS: \nChong See Ming\, her husband Sim\, and her son Max (16)\, are an unschooling family based in Kuala Lumpur. Amongst her family’s many varied interests are rock climbing\, music\, art\, gardens\, flea markets\, natural history\, and stand-up comedy. Her family has been to the Merida Pop-Up & both the Guanajuato Pop-Ups in 2022\, plus Penang\, Normandy\, and Seoul Pop-Ups in 2023! \nRachel & family sold everything in 2014 and never have looked back. They’ve been completely nomadic since 2018\, homeschooling their three children while they travel the globe. Some of their favorite family travel destinations include Turkey\, Romania\, New Zealand\, Spain\, and London. Two of their three teens will join the Kuala Lumpur Pop-Up and will be 14 and 16 years old at the time. This will be their first trip to Malaysia and they’re super excited to reunite with See Ming & family (our 6th pop-up together!). \n  \nLODGING & NEIGHBORHOODS: \nMany of our activities will take place in Kuala Lumpur City Centre / Chinatown areas\, most will be between Perdana Botanical Gardens in the west and Petronas Towers in the east. There are a few options for convenient areas for accommodation: \n\nBukit Bintang is a popular\, central area to stay. Lots of restaurants\, shops\, malls\, nightlife\, and food stalls. Evenings and weekends can be busy & noisy.\nKuala Lumpur City Center\, or KLCC for short\, is next to Bukit Bintang\, where you find the famous and spectacular Petronas Towers\, the world’s tallest twin towers.\nKL Sentral area is convenient to stay in as it is home to KL Sentral Train Station and the city’s many forms of transportation including the MRT lines\, LRT trains\, monorail\, and the airport Klia Express train. You can easily access any part of the city or surrounding area.\nChinatown & Merdeka Square is the home to many renovations. Broad streets\, walking areas\, and murals make this an inviting area. Many of the formerly\, worn-down shophouses have been renovated into beautiful\, trendy cafes\, bakeries\, restaurants\, bars\, bookstores\, art galleries\, and coffee shops. NOTE: There are some not-so-nice hostels in this area aimed at budget backpackers\, read reviews if you stay at a low budget option.\nBangsar South has recently become a center for trendy restaurants\, cafes and shops. The two LRT rail stations (Universiti & Kenrinchi) make this a great base. The trip to KL Sentral station takes roughly 10 minutes. NOTE: This is a bit further out of the main area and there are not any sights nearby. You’ll need to train\, taxi\, or Grab to the city center.\n\nOne co-host family will be staying in the Robertson Building in the KLCC area (there are additional rental units available in this complex)\, the other host in Desa Park City. \n  \nTRANSPORT CONSIDERATIONS: \nKuala Lumpur has MRT lines\, LRT lines\, a monorail\, taxis\, and Grab (the Asian version of Uber). \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: \nJoin the private Facebook group to ask questions\, stay up to date on activities in the area\, meet the host\, and interact with other potential attendees: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/kualalumpurpopup2024/ \nBrowse our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about how our pop-ups work: \nhttps://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/faqs
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/kuala-lumpur-malaysia/
LOCATION:Kuala Lumpur\, Kuala Lumpur\, Malasia
CATEGORIES:Asia,Malasia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231229
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240105
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
CREATED:20230919T094435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T094435Z
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SUMMARY:Lisbon\, Portugal
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in Lisbon\, Portugal\, for a fun-filled and community-centered worldschooling gathering December 29\, 2023 – January 4\, 2024. \nThe Worldschool Pop-Up Hub provides super casual\, budget-friendly opportunities to gather\, connect with other worldschoolers\, learn about the local area\, instill new friendships\, share your insights\, and immerse in a friendly\, accepting mobile community. Our activities highlight local nature\, history\, food\, and culture… but you’ll also have plenty of time to relax\, get to know each other\, and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group’s interests. \nPop in for a few days or the full week. Join as many activities as you’d like. It’s up to you! \nNote: During this event\, we will also be exploring the area around Lisbon. Please expect 3-4 short day trips to give our families an opportunity to see the neatest places this part of the world offers! \nOur itinerary will include activities such as the following: \n*Wonderland Lisboa Christmas Market\n*Parque Marechal Carmona in Cascais\n*Parque da Liberdade in Sintra\n*Sintra National Palace\n*Quinta da Regaleira\n*Cascais Christmas Village\n*Belem Tower and the world map\n*Azulejos Museum of Portuguese Tile\n*Obidos Medieval Town \nAdd-ons include Lisboa Oceanarium and many beautiful beaches between Lisboa and Cascais. \n  \nCOST per Family \nUS$100 Early Bird Rate\, expires October 1\, 2023 \nUS$140 Regular Rates (a $25 discount is available for families in need\, use code LISBON25 at checkout) \nMEET YOUR HOST: \nWe’re the Shepston Overlys; full-time we’re made up of four humans and a dog; part-time we have some very adorable foster kittens. The humans in the family are Megan\, Tim\, Simon\, age 13\, and Millie\, age 9. We are new residents of Portugal\, currently based in Cascais\, and working on the somewhat challenging language. \nWe started traveling in 2021. For the moment\, we are enjoying Europe and the United States\, and in the next couple of years we hope to be able to travel to Asia and New Zealand. \nWe are excited to welcome your family to the Lisbon area\, as we (at least the adults in our family) love Portugal. We find it relaxing and calm–everything moves slower here than in the United States–while also engaging. The Lisbon area has interesting museums\, beautiful parks\, breathtaking beaches and cliff-side hikes\, rich history\, and so many wonderful people. \nLODGING & NEIGHBORHOODS: \nMost activities are based in Lisbon\, but we will take three to four day trips to surrounding towns. I would recommend staying between Lisbon and Cascais. Some great family areas just outside of Lisbon are Cascais\, Estoril\, Parede\, and Paco d’Arcos. In Lisbon proper\, Campo d’Ourique and Restelo are popular and safe neighborhoods. The host family will be staying in Cascais\, about a fifteen minute walk northwest of the train station and just north of Parque Marechal Carmona. \nThe area out on the coast\, called Colares\, is difficult to get around without a car. I also would not recommend staying in Sintra\, as it can be overwhelmed with tourists. \nTRANSPORT CONSIDERATIONS: \nThe Lisbon area is well-connected by public transport. There is a train line from Cascais into Lisbon that stops in Estoril\, Parede\, and Paco d’Arcos. There are buses running all throughout the area\, and in Lisbon proper there is a metro line as well. To purchase tickets\, you can either use one of the machines or walk up to the counter. We like to load money onto what is called a «zapping» card\, zapping can be used on train\, metro or bus. Rides on the train\, lift\, metro\, bus or tram cost between 1-2€ each\, usually around 1\,50€. \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: \nJoin the private Facebook group to ask questions\, stay up to date on activities in the area\, and interact with other potential attendees: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/lisbonpopup2023 \nBrowse our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about how our pop-ups work: \nhttps://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/faqs
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/lisbon-portugal/
LOCATION:Lisboa\, Lisboa\, Portugal
CATEGORIES:Europa,Portugal
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231217
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
CREATED:20230919T093834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T094707Z
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SUMMARY:Buenos Aires\, Argentina
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in Buenos Aires\, Argentina\, for a fun-filled week from December 10 – 16\, 2023. \nOur pop-ups provide a super casual\, budget-friendly opportunity to gather together\, connect with other worldschoolers\, share your insights\, instill new friendships\, learn about the local area\, and immerse in a friendly\, accepting mobile community. \nWe’ve cherry-picked the best low- or no-cost activities that highlight local nature\, arts\, history\, food\, and culture….but you’ll also have plenty of time to relax\, get to know each other and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group’s interests (we provide plenty of supplemental ideas to tailor your experience). \nPop in for a few days or the full week. Join as many activities as you’d like. It’s up to you! We would love to have you come and simply hang out with like-minded families while we dive in and explore the local offerings. \nOur itinerary will include activities such as the following: \n*Street Art in La Boca\n*Sunday Market in San Telmo\n*Parque Tres de Febrero/Bosques de Palermo\n*Reserva Ecologica Costanera Sur\n*Free Recoleta Walking Tour\n*Museo Argentino de Ciencias Naturales\n*Participative Science Museum\n*El Ateneo Grand Splendid (largest bookstore in South America\, inside a converted theater)\n*Parque Norte Waterpark\n*Parque de las Ninos\n*Watching Street Performers Dance the Tango \n  \nAdd-on options include: Parque La Costa Amusement Park\, Tigre River Tour\, or Gaucho Day experience! \nCOST per Family: \n$100 Early Bird Rate\, expires Oct 1\, 2023 \n$140 Regular Rates (a $25 discount is available for families in need\, use code BA25 at checkout) \n  \nMEET YOUR HOST(s): \nWe are the Coles – a tight-knit trio consisting of parents who crave adventure and an 11-year-old named Sebastian\, who loves video games and waterfall hiking. Since 2019\, we’ve been living life to the fullest as full-time worldschoolers\, without a home base. We’ve loved delving into the culture (and food!) of Latin America as well as SE Asia. Myanmar\, Malaysia\, Mexico\, El Salvador\, and Ecuador have been some of our favorite countries so far! \nCurrently\, we’re driving the Pan American Highway from the US to Ushuaia\, Argentina. It’s been the road trip of a lifetime\, filled with unexpected encounters\, breathtaking vistas\, and some pretty outlandish stories. And guess what? Our next destination is none other than Buenos Aires\, the vibrant capital of Argentina. Buenos Aires is our final South American stop before we ship our car back to Mexico. \nWe’re so excited to immerse ourselves in the pulsating energy of this cosmopolitan city. It’ll be our first time exploring Buenos Aires\, and we can’t wait to connect with other worldschooling families who share our passion for adventure and education. \n  \nLODGING & NEIGHBORHOODS: \nBuenos Aires offers a variety of options that cater to different interests and preferences. Many of our activities will be in Recoleta and Palermo. San Telmo and Microcenter will also have activities. Before booking a place\, be sure to check Google Maps to see how close the nearest subway stop is\, you won’t want to walk 15 blocks to the metro. \nIf trendy restaurants\, vibrant nightlife\, excellent shopping\, and beautiful parks are your main draw\, Palermo is the top pick. For museums and a more upscale cultural experience\, Recoleta is the place to be. If you prefer a central location\, Microcentro (City Center) puts you right in the heart of the action\, although it can be a bit noisy. And for a Bohemian and artistic experience\, San Telmo is an excellent choice. In addition\, any of the areas immediately adjacent to these four neighborhoods are also solid choices. The host family intends to stay in one of these neighborhoods. \nFor safety reasons: avoid La Boca at night as well as the Retiro train station and its surrounding less-developed area. \n  \nTRANSPORT INFO: \nBuenos Aires is a pedestrian-friendly city\, especially in neighborhoods like Palermo and Recoleta. Exploring on foot allows you to soak up the local atmosphere and discover hidden gems along the way. Just be mindful of your surroundings and use caution when crossing busy streets. Buenos Aires also boasts a relatively easy transportation system\, making it convenient for travelers to navigate the city. \nThe city offers an extensive network of buses\, subways\, and trains\, providing affordable and efficient options for getting around. The Subte (subway) is a popular choice for traveling longer distances within the city\, with six lines covering various neighborhoods. Buses\, known as colectivos\, are widely available and can take you to almost any destination in the city. Be sure to have some coins or a Subte card\, which is a reloadable transportation card\, for payment. \nTaxis are abundant in Buenos Aires\, and hailing one is usually not a problem. Look for official taxis with a light on the roof and ask the driver to turn on the meter. Alternatively\, ride-sharing services like Uber and Cabify are also available and provide a convenient and safe way to travel around the city. \nIf you enjoy cycling\, Buenos Aires has a bike-sharing program called Ecobici. You can rent a bike from one of the many stations throughout the city and explore at your own pace. Additionally\, some neighborhoods have bike lanes\, making cycling a pleasant and eco-friendly way to get around. \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: \nJoin the private Facebook group to ask questions\, coordinate plans\, stay up to date on activities in the area\, meet the host\, and interact with other potential attendees: \nwww.facebook.com/groups/buenosairespopup2023 \nBrowse our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about how our pop-ups work: https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/faqs
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/buenos-aires-argentina/
LOCATION:Buenos Aires\, Buenos Aires\, Argentina
CATEGORIES:Argentina,Suramérica
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240412
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
CREATED:20230809T072856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T072856Z
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SUMMARY:Worldschooling Bansko Bulgaria
DESCRIPTION:December 6th-April 11th\n\n\nA full day activity program\, 5 days a week.\nSkiing\, adventure\, culture\, volunteering\, classes\, family diners\, a special tween and teen program\, many other families to meet!\n\n\nJoin our group https://www.facebook.com/groups/worldschoolingbansko?locale=nl_NL\n\n\nSee the details of the program and registrate on our website:\nhttps://arcticterns.global
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/worldschooling-bansko-bulgaria/
LOCATION:Bansko\, Bulgaria
CATEGORIES:Bulgaria,Europa
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231125
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
CREATED:20230919T093443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T093443Z
UID:5987-1700265600-1700870399@planetaworldschool.com
SUMMARY:Budapest\, Hungary
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in Budapest\, Hungary\, for a fun-filled and community-centered worldschooling gathering November 18 – 24\, 2023. \nThe Worldschool Pop-Up Hub provides super casual\, budget-friendly opportunities to gather\, connect with other worldschoolers\, learn about the local area\, instill new friendships\, share your insights\, and immerse in a friendly\, accepting mobile community. Our activities highlight local nature\, history\, food\, and culture… but you’ll also have plenty of time to relax\, get to know each other\, and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group’s interests. \nPop in for a few days or the full week. Join as many activities as you’d like. It’s up to you! \nOur itinerary will include activities such as the following: \n*City Park\n*Children’s Railway (Gyermekvasút) has several nature walk stops along the way (also in the Guinness Book of World Records)\n*Seasonal Ice Skating\n*Castle Hill Neighborhood – UNESCO World Heritage Site\n*Hungarian Railway Museum – Europe’s Largest Open Air Railway Entertainment Park\n*Central Market Hall Nagy Vásárcsarnok\n*Hungarian Foods like goulash\, langos\, palacsinta\, & chicken paprikash\n*Aquincum – Roman Ruins and Museum – UNESCO World Heritage Site\n*Christmas Markets\n*Walks along the Danube\n*Views from the Towers at Fisherman’s Bastion \nAdd-on options include: a Hungarian dance show\, thermal baths\, a day trip to or an evening cruise in the Danube to see the Parliament/ sites at night (UNESCO area too). \nCOST per Family \nUS$100 Early Bird Rate\, expires Sept 15\, 2023 \nUS$140 Regular Rates (a $25 discount is available for families in need\, use code BUDAPEST25 at checkout) \nMEET YOUR HOST: \nI’m Tara\, and I’m traveling with my family of four with two kids (son is currently 12 and daughter is 10). My husband and I early retired in 2021\, and we moved from Houston to Spain where we’ve spent the last two years. \nMy husband worked in accounting while I was an art educator for the previous 11 years (experience from PreK age through to Seniors in HS). Prior to the classroom\, I worked in museum education and advertising. My passions\, interests\, and experience made the leap to worldschooling right up my alley! One of my favorite places in the world (so far) is NYC. I may be biased since I spent most of my 20s in NYC. I love big cities\, but I also love getting out of my comfort zone and experiencing new things (including smaller places like Granada). \nAfter two years of full immersion in Granada\, Spain\, we are now full-time nomadic travelers / worldschoolers. We currently plan to slow travel for two years and then apply for Spanish visas again (which would put our oldest at ESO 3 age or US High School age). But who knows how our plans may evolve as we travel full-time? \nWe are spending October and November in Budapest. We were drawn to this part of Europe because of the history\, architecture\, culture\, nature\, big city activities and experiences\, access to day trips\, and the timing of fall and winter activities (Christmas Markets! Ice Skating!). One of my favorite things to do is guide my family through unique adventures and opportunities (and big cities are my jam)… I would love to share this with other families. We hope to meet you in Budapest in November 2023. \nLODGING & NEIGHBORHOODS: \nDistrict V and District I are close to most of (not all) our plans. District VI and VII will also be convenient.  Google Maps is helpful for looking at the Districts as is this link: https://misstourist.com/where-to-stay-in-budapest-hungary-best-hotels/.  The host family will stay in District V. \nBudapest has a great transportation system so looking to see how far away transportation stops are from housing is helpful. \nIn order to have a safe visit\, it’s important to know the areas in Budapest that aren’t super family-friendly. Keep in mind that Budapest is a popular tourist city\, so wherever you are\, you will have to watch out for pickpocketing and petty theft. Luckily\, there are no real dangerous areas in Budapest. The only part we’d recommend taking a bit of caution is District VIII – especially at night. Also\, Districts VII and IX can be a bit sketchy\, too\, so make sure to keep your eyes open.  From https://www.thebrokebackpacker.com/is-budapest-safe/ \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: \nJoin the private Facebook group to ask questions\, stay up to date on activities in the area\, and interact with other potential attendees: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/budapestpopup2023 \nBrowse our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about how our pop-ups work: \nhttps://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/faqs
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/budapest-hungary/
LOCATION:Budapest\, Budapest\, Hungary\, Hungría
CATEGORIES:Europa,Hungría
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231114
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
CREATED:20230809T071427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T071427Z
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SUMMARY:Kobe\, Japan
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in Kobe\, Japan\, for a fun-filled and community-centered worldschooling gathering November 7 – 13\, 2023. \nThe Worldschool Pop-Up Hub provides super casual\, budget-friendly opportunities to gather\, connect with other worldschoolers\, learn about the local area\, instill new friendships\, share your insights\, and immerse in a friendly\, accepting mobile community. Our activities highlight local nature\, history\, food\, and culture… but you’ll also have plenty of time to relax\, get to know each other\, and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group’s interests. \nPop in for a few days or the full week. Join as many activities as you’d like. It’s up to you! \nOur itinerary will include activities such as the following: \n* Learn about the The Great Hanshin 1995 earthquake at the Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial Park. See the scope of the damage to appreciate the city’s remarkable recovery.\n*Experience a simulated earthquake and learn about eathquake proofing technology at The Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake Memorial & Disaster Prevention Center.\n* Kobe Chinatown\, and its sights\, sounds\, smells and tastes. You might never see a cleaner Chinatown anywhere.\n* Let your kids challenge themselves at the obstacle & climbing course in Kobe Suma Rikyu Park.\n* Kobe Motomachi Street\, a lively\, traditional arcade market dating back 140 years.\n* Himeji Castle\, the largest & best-preserved castle in Japan\, dating back to the 1300’s. Himeji Castle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.\n* Learn how to make sushi rolls or traditional Japanese sweets in a group lesson & party.\n* Visit Kobe Animal Kingdom or Bando Kobe Science Museum on Kobe Port Island\, the largest of Kobe’s man-made islands in Osaka Bay.\n* Eat at an izakaya restaurant\, where each restaurant serves up a variety of small\, delicious Japanese dishes\, generally unique to each establishment.\n* Eat at kaiten sushi\, a rotating conveyor belt sushi restaurant.\n* Sing your heart out in a private echoing karaoke room\, or applaud (or laugh) at the others while enjoying snacks and drinks. \n  \nCOST per Family \nUS$100 Early Bird Rate\, expires Sept 15\, 2023\nUS$140 Regular Rates (a $25 discount is available for families in need\, use code KOBE25 at checkout) \n  \nMEET YOUR HOST: \nHello\, my name is Ken and my wife\, Linda\, and I are excited to be your hosts for the Kobe Pop-Up Hub. I experienced and saw first-hand some of the destruction of the 1995 earthquake in Kobe\, from which the city has amazingly recovered. \nLast year I retired early to start worldschooling with our 11-year-old twin daughters. I am from Canada and first got interested in Japan back in 1992 and have visited Japan more than 20 times. In 2018 we moved from Canada to the Tokyo area where we’ve lived for close to 4 years. Linda is native Japanese\, and we are both functionally bilingual in both Japanese and English. You can ask us anything about Japan and we will likely be able to give you the inside story. \nWe like to travel to places to explore new cultures\, food\, adventure activities\, meet new people\, and experience nature. Like you\, we want to give our kids learning opportunities from rich real-world experiences and travel\, rather than from a traditional school setting. Last year we visited Costa Rica\, Mexico\, France\, Italy\, Romania\, UAE\, & Vietnam\, so we also learned some Spanish\, French\, Italian\, and Romanian\, although some of it may already be starting to fade away. Can’t wait to meet you all to introduce you to many of the fascinating things in Tokyo\, Japan\, and make some worldschooling friends for our kids as well. \nLODGING & NEIGHBORHOODS: \nMost of our activities will be in the central ward (Chuo-ku) of Kobe. See the ward map here:  https://www.kobejet.com/en/term/ward#&gid=1&pid=1 \nOne activity will be in Suma-ku slightly to the west. The day trip to Himeji is also west\, 1 hour by train from the center (Sannomiya). If you are slightly to the west of the center it would put you in a better position to travel to Himeji for the day trip. Your hosts will likely be staying in one of the wards to the west. \nBecause of hills and mountains all along the north half of the city\, most of the trains run west-east through the wards bordering the bay from Tarumi-ku in the west to Higashi Nada-ku in the east . There are 2 train/subway lines that run north-south. Although lodging in the central area will be the most convenient\, trains are very efficient. If your lodging is in the west end or the east end (where it will be cheaper)\, even in neighboring Ashiya city\, you are likely only 30 minutes from the center. \nGoogle Maps is reliable to determine the cost and travel time to get to the center.  Check the travel time to Sannomiya station (the center) avoiding the Shinkansen (bullet train) line because that requires reserved\, premium tickets.  Accommodation on the Port Island is also possible but note that the monorail that services the island is slower and more expensive than regular trains. \nHere are some possible accommodations. Most are no-nonsense accommodations\, generally classified as business hotels\, but Airbnbs (if you can find them) will usually be more economical.\nhttps://www.superhoteljapan.com/\nhttps://www.toyoko-inn.com/\nhttps://www.apahotel.com/\nThis tourist map may also be a helpful reference: https://ontheworldmap.com/japan/city/kobe/kobe-tourist-map.html \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: \nJoin the private Facebook group to ask questions\, stay up to date on activities in the area\, and interact with other potential attendees:\nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/kobepopup2023 \nBrowse our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about how our pop-ups work:\nhttps://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/faqs
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/kobe-japan/
LOCATION:Kobe\, Japón
CATEGORIES:Japon
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SUMMARY:Ho Chi Minh\, Vietnam Worldschoolers hub
DESCRIPTION:Ho Chi Minh City is a popular tourist destination due to its fascinating culture\, sleek skyscrapers\, ornate temples and Chinese pagodas. The city has plenty of rooftop bars overlooking Saigon and beyond\, plus fantastic restaurants offering a combination of French\, Chinese\, and\, of course\, local Vietnamese cuisine. You will find many prominent landmarks spread out among Districts 1 and 3 in central Saigon.\nWorldschoolers Bucket list is proud to partner with Smart Cookiez and Trammell Classes to offer 100+ unique STEAM-based lessons and experiences. These learning experiences include Coding & Programing\, Creative Writing\, Engineering\, DnD\, Content Creation\, Entrepreneurship\, Book Clubs\, and more!\nSome activities include\n-Central Post Office\n-Ben Thanh Market\n-President Ho Chi Minh Statue\n-Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral\n-War Remnants Museum\n-Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theater\n-Ben Thanh night Market\n-Saigon Opera House\n-Jade Emperor Pagoda\n-Quan Am Pagoda\n– Xa Loi Pagoda\n– Food Tour\n\nSibling Discounts\nWe understand that having multiple kids means costs can add up\, both of our families have multiple kids\, so of course\, we offer sibling discounts!\nSibling discounts are automatically applied during booking:\n2nd child 10% off\n3rd child 15% off\n4th child 20% off\n5th FREE\nSign up for the full semester and get an additional 15% off\nhttps://www.worldschoolersbucketlist.com/upcoming-events/ho-chi-minh-vietnam
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/ho-chi-minh-vietnam-worldschoolers-hub/
LOCATION:Ho Chi Minh\, Ho Chi Minh City\, Ho Chi Minh City\, Vietnam\, Viet Nam
CATEGORIES:Asia,Vietnam
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SUMMARY:ATHENS\, GREECE - 5 days
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to historic Athens\, a treasure trove of culture and family fun! Known as the cradle of Western civilization\, Athens boasts iconic ancient sites like the Acropolis and Parthenon as well as winding cobblestone streets\, charming neighbourhoods\, and beautiful historic squares. Beyond its ancient ruins\, Athens is a modern European capital with excellent museums\, parks and gardens\, delicious food\, and family-friendly attractions. \nWe’ve handpicked the top FREE and low-cost activities to showcase Athens’ nature\, arts\, cuisine\, history\, and vibrant family offerings. The flexible itinerary leaves room to unwind\, bond with other families\, and customise with spur-of-the-moment ideas. \nAthens has plenty of hands-on experiences for the whole family. The city’s history and liveliness combine for an unforgettable cultural experience and we can’t wait to share it with you! \nABOUT THE EVENT\nOur 5 day WanderHub offers ready-made itineraries\, thoughtfully crafted with daily schedules that foster a sense of community and exploration among families. We take care of all the planning; all you need to do is show up and engage at your own pace. \nWe base our itineraries on several pillars and sample activities could include \nActive \n\nWalking tour\nParks\nMini Olympics\n\nCreative \n\nArts and crafts workshop\nHistorical Sketching\n\nNature Inspired \n\nAthens Riviera\nHike up mountains\nNational Gardens Treasure Hunt\n\nExperience Local Culture \n\nLegendary Acropolis and Parthenon\nBustling Syntagma Square\n\nOur itinerary will include activities such as the above and more detail will be provided in the full itinerary two weeks before the start date. \n  \nCost per Family: \nGBP £100 Early Bird Rate (Available until 20th August) \nGBP £125 Regular Rates \n**Maximum of 10 families** \n  \nAccommodation in Athens: \nFor lodging\, we recommend staying central in neighbourhoods like Plaka\, Monastiraki\, Psyri or Koukaki to be walking distance to major sights. Avoid downtown Omonia at night. Metro-accessible spots in Pagrati\, Exarcheia or Neos Kosmos also work well. \n\nPlaka – This historic neighbourhood at the foot of the Acropolis oozes old-world charm with winding lanes\, neoclassical architecture\, and vibrant cafes and shops. It’s very walkable and tourist-friendly.\nMonastiraki – Adjacent to Plaka\, Monastiraki has a buzzing flea market and lively square. It’s known for antique shops and street art lining the narrow alleyways.\nPsyri – East of Monastiraki\, Psyri is a revitalised artsy neighbourhood with tavernas\, galleries\, and nightlife. It has a grungy\, bohemian vibe.\nKoukaki – South of the Acropolis\, Koukaki is quietly residential with a local feel. It has good dining options and is an easy walk to major sights.\n\nCheck out booking.com\, airbnb or join local facebook groups to find suitable accommodation. \nChoose accommodation nearby metro stops to make your travels around Athen’s easier. \n  \nTransport: \n\nMetro – Athens’ metro system is efficient and inexpensive. It has 3 lines that connect to major landmarks and neighbourhoods. Purchase tickets at machines in stations.\nWalking – Many of Athens’ top sights are concentrated in neighbourhoods like Plaka\, Monastiraki\, and Psyri which are very walkable. Just wear comfortable shoes!\nBus – An extensive bus network connects areas not accessible by metro. Buses run frequently but can get crowded.\nTaxis – Affordable taxis are everywhere in Athens. An average ride within the city centre costs around €5-10.\nRideshares – Prices are comparable to taxis.\n\nBeat – This is the most widely used rideshare app in Athens. Works almost identically to Uber with low rates and quick service. \nUber – Uber operates in Athens as well\, though Beat tends to have more drivers available. Pricing and service are comparable to Beat. \nTaxibeat – Another rideshare app linking riders to regular taxi drivers in Athens. Slightly more expensive than Beat/Uber but still affordable. \nTaxiplon – A taxi e-hailing app working with Athens taxi fleets. Easy to book rides. \nWelcome Pickups – Rideshare service focused on airport transfers and day trips outside Athens. \n\nTram – A new tram line connects the city centre with the coast. It’s handy for beach access.\nBicycle – Athens has dedicated bike lanes but the hilly terrain can be challenging. Bike rentals are available.
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/athens-greece-5-days/
LOCATION:Atenas\, Grecia
CATEGORIES:Europa,Grecia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231029
DTSTAMP:20260623T082535
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SUMMARY:MAMA TRAVEL FEST
DESCRIPTION:Una jornada pensada para todas aquellas mujeres que quieran seguir disfrutando de explorar el mundo en familia\n\n\n\n\nCharlas\, inspiración\, ludoteca\, mercadillo…
URL:https://planetaworldschool.com/event/mama-travel-fest-2/
LOCATION:Madrid\, Calle de San Cayetano\, 5 28005 Madrid\, Madrid\, España
CATEGORIES:España,Europa
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