Boston
From our home offices in Massachusetts, we explore Boston’s wealth of universities, historical sites, and cultural landmarks.
During this program, students learn about the greater context of events leading to the American War for Independence. We critically examine how the ‘founding myths’ of the United States influence current US society and politics, developing a more nuanced understanding about the role of history in shaping current thinking. All students explore Boston together, including visits to the Museum of Science, Faneuil Hall, the Freedom Trail, as well as private tours of area universities.
Potential Program Themes
Potential Itinerary
Breakfast
Plimouth Plantation
Lunch
Travel to Boston
Dinner
Team Activity
Breakfast
Freedom Trail
Boston Harbor
Lunch
Museum of Science
Dinner
Team Activity
Breakfast
Harvard University
Lunch
Arnold Arboretum
Dinner
Games Night
Breakfast
Fenway Park Tour
Lunch
Program Closure
Departure
“Many student groups participate in ‘Voluntourism’. This trip did not attempt that, but rather funneled the collective energy of each member into meaningful, mutually beneficial cultural interactions. Thank you so much for this unforgettable and transformational experience.”
— Altana , Student, Friends Seminary South Africa 2016“I was incredibly impressed by the care taken by Envoys. Before we even hit the ground, there was an emphasis on comprehending impact on our destination’s environment that I appreciated..Throughout the trip, our Envoys leaders made sure that we continued to be conscious of impact. That awareness of cause and effect is something that often gets lost when traveling, and Envoys did not allow it to. During this trip, there was never a moment I did not feel safe and cared for nor a moment where I did not feel I was learning something!”
— Keylee S. , Student, Dalton South Africa 2014“I can honestly say that this was the best 10 days of my entire life. I feel as though I have grown as a person, and that I have made lifelong connections. This experience changed my life, so thank you very much to the entire Envoys staff!”
— Eliza C. , Student, Hingham Japan 2015
