High School Summer Abroad Blog

Early Saturday morning, the Global Navigators set out on their city tour; it was finally time to dive into the bustling environment that they had been surrounded by for the... keep reading

After a breakfast filled with crepes, fruits and omelets, it was time to make the thirty minute commute to begin our service-learning journey. The Global Navigators got an inside look... keep reading

After a busy first week filled with service, dancing, Twi classes and more, the Global Navigators traveled to the Legon Botanical Gardens to try their hand at a local ropes... keep reading

In between helping teachers in the classroom, Twi lessons, and the hustle and bustle of the night market, we occasionally get to slow down and experience culture in a different... keep reading

For their final presentation, students were asked to create a presentation sharing their expectations and experiences from their time in Ghana and at their service sites. The following quotes came... keep reading

Have you ever wondered how a cocoa bean turns into the decedent chocolate that we all enjoy? Allow me to take you on a journey from Equatorial Guinea to Ghana... keep reading

This weekend, we journeyed four hours from Accra to the Kumasi region to dig deeper into Ghanaian culture. As we entered the Adanwomase village we noticed many shops adorned in... keep reading

Every weekday around 9am, you can hear the sweet sounds of the Ghanaian morning. Sounds of roosters crowing and trucks honking fill the air but the sweetest sound of all... keep reading

Ghana's Cape Coast is very beautiful place but has a dark history. What was once known as the Gold Coast Castle, was one of forty castles on the coast of... keep reading

One of the best ways to learn about a new culture is through music and arts. The Ghanaian singing and drumming workshop was a great introduction to the Ghanaian way... keep reading

Akwaaba, woezo, you are welcome. These are expressions you hear often in Ghana. The first words you hear on arrival, used before greeting; be it in the home, at the... keep reading

Aside from vibrant music and beautiful fabrics, traditional meals are a vital component that add to the richness of Ghanaian culture. After a week of testing various local restaurants, the... keep reading

Last Friday, the Global Navigators turned a relaxing afternoon of board games into a thrilling ropes course adventure. Once entering the Legon Botanical Gardens, located on the University of Ghana... keep reading

The Global Navigators hit the streets on Saturday for our Accra city tour. Led by our dance instructor and Accra native Mr. Brown, the tour began on the University of... keep reading

The Global Navigators began their service learning journey on Tuesday, July 12 at the Future Leaders Underprivileged Children's Centre (UCC). After a hearty breakfast at their hotel, the students boarded... keep reading