OTTUMWA, Iowa - There’s shake-up in Ottumwa’s Educational Travel Program after its director resigned and admitted to using program funds for personal expenses.

Fresh travel resources: Hong Kong expands nature-based education while global guides highlight family adventure destinations and practical planning tips. Why it matters: Families gain structured ...

Travel in 2026 is shifting toward purpose-driven, hands-on experiences, with creative retreats, skill-based vacations, and educational trips gaining momentum. These trends blend cultural immersion, ...

For about 50 years, the Ottumwa Community School District's relationship with the external Educational Travel Program for students has typically operated smoothly.

Smithsonian’s educational travel program was one of the first of its kind when it debuted nationally in 1970, and it quickly found an audience eager to explore places both familiar and far-flung—from ...