4. FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK
At Manav Rachna International School, Sector 14, Faridabad, we believe that there
is no substitute for ‘Education Through Action’ and that exploring people, places,
cultures, economic opportunities, and technological advancements through travel,
complements and completes the educational experience. This philosophy matches
our endeavor to create responsible and dynamic global leaders and global citizens by
bringing the knowledge of the world to the classroom as well as encouraging students
to go out into the world. These two methods are critical to create the three pillars of
international success in the modern inter-connected world: empathy, understanding
and International collaboration.
In line with this mission, our students recently journeyed to Italy, Switzerland and France.
We chose this program for its focus on exposing students to the rich history of three of
the greatest European nations. They visited and explored a number of historic, natural
and architectural marvels in Rome, Venice, Vatican City, Paris, Zurich and Geneva. To
augment the broader program, we selected the Young Authors Program, which ensured
students’ engagement and immersion. This Student Travel Chronicle is an outcome of
this collaborative and exploratory module that our students partook in along with the
students of Manav Rachna International School, Charmwood Village. It captures the
entire journey in students’ own words and photographs. It even showcases their learning
from the intense, nine day interaction with three of the world’s most successful nations.
I would also like to recognize the efforts of EdTerra Edventures; a Truly Educational
School Trips company that is well aware of co-curricular and extra-curricular goals
and developmental needs of students. We acknowledge the contribution of their staff,
especially their on-journey educator, the Journey Mentor and Visa Assistance Services.
Their professionalism made for an effortless, safe and enriching travel experience for
each one of us and for the student group.
We appreciate the students, who participated and engaged with the program
enthusiastically. Our willing learners had an enriching experience, the enduring benefits
of which they will reap all through their academic life and career.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Mamta Wadhwa
Principal
Manav Rachna International School,
Sector 14, Faridabad
5. A journey to foreign soil is always replete with learning and excitement for any young and
inquisitive mind. When the destinations are as rich as countries such as Italy, Switzerland
and France, one can only imagine the myriad ways in which Indian students may absorb and
construct learning out of the many differences and similarities that mark the cultures and
people of these great European nations.
For EdTerra, an educational journey is about enabling students to construct knowledge
through a meaningful encounter with new cultures, without diluting their fun and excitement
or restricting their wandering, curious minds. EdTerra achieves this through its Program
Development Team (PDT), which is comprised of both Indian and international experts. The
PDT carefully designs culturally neutral tools that enable students to meaningfully observe,
record and articulate their impressions. These tools are deployed through a process that
encourages teamwork, meaningful discussions, recording observations through digital
media and finally synthesizing all this into a media product that showcases the ideas and
learning of the students.
This publication, ‘Italy, Switzerland and France’, is one such media product that captures the
9 day journey of learning of the gifted students of Manav Rachna International School, Sector
14, Faridabad, along with the students of Manav Rachna International School, Charmwood
Village, Faridabad, in images and words. This beautiful book serves as a window into the
Italy, Switzerland and France, experience for those students, peers and parents who could
not be a part of the journey. It showcases the intellectual and creative capacities of the
students, credit for which is rightfully due to their parents and school.
EdTerra Edventures would like to thank Manav Rachna International School, Sector 14,
Faridabad, for their efforts and support which made this journey of discovery possible,
with a special mention to the Principal, Mrs. Mamta Wadhwa, for guiding us throughout the
process of finalizing our journey plans. EdTerra would also like to thank the accompanying
teachers, for the sense of adventure and dynamism that the French call joie de vivre. Their
energy made our jobs easy, and more importantly, made for a more memorable journey for
the students. We encourage you to read on and re-live the learning and adventures of these
students through the words and photographs that follow.
Sincerely,
Christine Massey
Senior Manager, Program Development Team
EdTerra Edventures
LETTER FROM EDTERRA
10. OUR JOURNEY
(Manav Rachna International School, Sec - 14, Faridabad)
Written and photographed by: Digvijay, Jatin, Kritarth & Shorya
The journey begins at the airport where we all
had a great sensation of excitement in our hearts.
After travelling for approximately 8 hours, we
finally landed in Rome. We were all very hungry
and at the same time wanted to explore the city.
As scheduled, we were supposed to have fast
food for lunch and Indian food for dinner, but that
day it got swapped. We recharged our bodies and
headed towards the city for exploring. The first
place where we went was the “Trevi Fountain”.
We were fascinated by a fact that if we throw
a coin in the fountain from the right hand over
your left shoulder, it will ensure your return to
Rome in the future. The second day, we went to
Vatican City and visited the Vatican Museum. It
was really crowded inside the museum. We saw
great art pieces and learned a lot about the origin
and culture of Romans and Greeks.
For our next destination we stayed in ‘Mercure
Rome’, which turned out to be a really good hotel.
The next day, we checked out from the hotel and
headed towards Switzerland. We all were very
excited even though the journey was a little
bit tiring. Once we reached there, we headed
towards Mt. Titlis where the temperature was -1
degree Celsius. We had to take 3 rope ways to
reach the peak. It was very beautiful and really
awesome as there were many snow activities
like ice flyer, sledging and sky walk.
The next day, we travelled to Paris, the city of
lights and love. It took us 5 hours to reach Paris
by bus, but it was good because we enjoyed
the journey by singing songs and playing games.
We went to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower
and the view was so awesome that it can’t be
explained in words. The following day we went to
Disneyland. It was amazing and we had a lot of
fun on the rides.
A journey to Europe is a must.
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5 Fun on our minds at Disneyland Paris
OUR JOURNEY
18. ITALY
(Manav Rachna International School, Charmwood Village, Faridabad)
Written and photographed by: Ananya, Angad, Anushka, Eimad, Khushi, Khyati,
Sanjana & Shaurya
When in Rome, do as Romans do! Rome, the first
stop of our journey, is a city situated in Italy with
wonderful art and architecture. The mesmerizing
view stole our hearts and the awesome weather
soothed our minds. The city left an impression of
itself on our souls as we left ours by leaving our
things behind, i.e., losing them.
We are all familiar with the grand Colosseum,
but when we saw this mighty structure in front
of us, we were left awestruck to see and know
things we had never known before. While the
Colosseum left us awestruck, the other places
of interest were amazing too. We loved the Trevi
Fountain and Spanish Steps. Soaking in the city
while we walked around was another beautiful
experience.
One of the best parts of the trip was our reaction
after seeing the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Every
person who saw it said “Oh my god! It is actually
leaning!” and all the tourists stood in the exact
same pose for the photographs. At the streets
near the Leaning Tower of Pisa, we saw some
amazing artists, one of them being a violin player
whose music really touched our hearts and
soothed our minds and another one being a great
street artist whose paintings beautifully depicted
the expressions of the subject.
The best part of Italy was Venice. During the
Gondola ride we sang Retro-Bollywood songs,
which excited everyone around us. The most
humorous incident that happened was the street
pranks we did on the streets of Venice. We loved
Italy. We took a lot back and we hope we are
leaving a lot behind as well.
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5 A walk through history at the Colosseum
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The gondola ride was the highlight of our visit
to Venice
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is an architectural marvel
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The best way to explore the city of Rome is by foot
We loved the gondola ride!
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26. VATICAN CITY
(Manav Rachna International School, Sec-14, Faridabad)
Written and photographed by: Aman, Kabir, Kartik, Manas, Raunak & Sahil
Vatican City is an enclave in state of Rome. We
enjoyed visiting this beautiful city. The art and
architecture of the city was amazing. The city
was very clean. We saw geographical maps
and had lots of fun in the museum. We visited
St. Peter’s Basilica, where we saw paintings
depicting the life of Jesus. Vatican City was
amazing and if given an opportunity, we would
definitely go there again. In the Vatican Museum,
we saw ancient Roman sculptures such as the
famed statue of Laocoön and His Sons. Vatican
City is a city state surrounded by Rome while
Italy is the head quarters of the Roman Catholic
Church. It is home to the Pope and a trove of
iconic art and architecture.
After exploring for some time, it was time
for us to visit Sistine Chapel, which is located
within the Vatican Museum and beside St.
Peter’s Basilica. The Sisitine Chapel has precious
artwork, especially the ceiling of the chapel that
was painted by the famed Michelangelo. We were
impressed by the paintings we saw, and when
we came to know that Michelangelo was lying
on his back most of the time to do the painting,
we were amazed. It is a very calm and attractive
tourist spot. Thousands of visitors come to see
the famous monuments like St. Peter’s Basilica,
the Vatican Museum and the Sistine Chapel.
Vatican City is an artistic city that depicts its
ancient history in a simple yet beautiful and
elegant manner.
Our visit to Vatican City gave us a good insight
into the religion of Christianity. We enjoyed
viewing the sculptures and paintings and we
were very impressed with the order and respect
with which people observed everything there.
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5 The dome of St. Peter’s Basilica, the largest church in the world, towers over us
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5 The Vatican Museum is a treasure trove of art from the world over
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5 Our guide shares insightful information about the Vatican Museum
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Soaking in some of the finest art in the world
Time for a photograph to capture memories
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Happiest in the company of friends
The statues and scultptures within the museum
left us in awe
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34. FRANCE
(Manav Rachna International School, Sec-14, Faridabad)
Written and photographed by: Aaditi, Amaarisa, Gauri, Khushi, Reet, Ruchi
& Syeira
At a glance beyond the window pane of our
second home for the past 5 days, we knew that
we were in the city of love. The view was so
beautiful and mesmerizing, that it melted us into
the love of the city. Approximately over seven
million people visit Paris each day. There are so
many phenomenal things to see and do, that
you’ll never get bored. In the heart of the city,
the Eiffel Tower drowned us into its mesmerizing
beauty. We discovered the kids inside us, in the
interesting Disneyland. For a small fee, you can
ride the elevator of the Eiffel Tower to the top.
The view was absolutely spectacular. The best
time to visit the Eiffel Tower is at night when it
lights up. After clicking pictures we realized that
it is illegal to shoot it at night. When it lights up,
it looks like an attractive golden color, instead of
the dark brown color it is painted.
The Disneyland Park was filled with loads of
excitement and amusement. The best was the
‘Star Wars’ ride (roller coaster) which actually
made us feel like we were flying on the wings
of adrenaline. The next day we went on a city
tour where we, along with our guide went to the
historical monuments of France and gathered a
lot of information regarding France. It was indeed
a very interesting experience and it feels as if
France doesn’t want to leave us.
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5 The Arc de Triomphe welcomes us to Paris
FRANCE
36. 5 The inverted pyramids of the Louvre Museum are a unique attraction
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Happiest when posing for the shutterbugs
Our teachers made our trip a complete experience
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42. SWITZERLAND
(Manav Rachna International School, Charmwood Village, Faridabad)
Written and photographed by: Aayushi, Damandeep, Purvi, Ritaj, Shrina, Tarini,
Vanshika & Vidhi
Switzerland, a mountainous central European
country, home to numerous lakes, villages and
the high peaks of the Swiss Alps looks beyond
the chocolate, cuckoo clocks and yodeling –
contemporary Switzerland, land of 4 languages
is all about once-in-a-lifetime journeys, heart
racing alpine pursuit and urban culture.
On our journey, we had 2 days to explore the
picturesque landscape of Switzerland – Zurich,
Engelberg and Lucerne. While travelling to
Zürich from Padova (Italy), we saw eye-catching
scenarios of nature beautified with a modern
touch. Zurich, the capital city is blessed with
amazing architecture and features reflecting its
pre-medieval history. On the second day, we had
a two hour drive to Engelberg where we went to
Mt Titlis by the means of cable cars. Everyone
was spellbound by the beautiful view of the sky
and the high mountains. Mt. Titlis was an amazing
adventurous experience for each one of us as we
reconnoitered through the area through various
activities such as cliff walk, snow toy ride, ice
flyer and glacier cave. We also bought souvenirs
to keep these beautiful memories fresh in our
hearts forever. Thereafter, we had a delicious
lunch in Trübsee and pushed off for Lucerne
wherein, we spread over the civic streets to
shop to our hearts content. Our day ended with a
palatable dinner at Chicco and we then prepared
for the next day to depart for Paris.
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5 In the lap of the most scenic natural surroundings - the majestic Swiss Alps
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44. 5 Mount Titlis was a welcome stop as it allowed us to get immersed in the beautiful views
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Balancing on ice is tough but we managed!
The Cliff Walk was an exhilirating experience
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(Manav Rachna International School, Sec-14, Faridabad)
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Digvijay Kohli
Jatin Singh
Kritarth Kathuria
Shorya Goyal
Hey! My name is Digvijay Kohli. I study in Manav Rachna International School,
Sector-14. I like playing cricket and football. However architecture fascinates me the
most. I am a good listener. Being an extrovert, I like interacting with people. I learnt
about the cultures and traditions of Europe. I would definitely travel with EdTerra as
it was a really good experience. So, have a great read.
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Hey! I am Jatin Singh and I study in Class 11. I like drawing and playing basketball.
EdTerra Edventures, a well-known student travel company, planned an amazing trip
to Europe. I was very excited when I heard about the trip. We all travelled to Paris,
the City of Light. I also liked our visit to the Colosseum, one of the Ancient Seven
Wonders of the World. I really felt very nice when I got a chance to interact with
people from different cultures. EdTerra not just made us see and explore new places
but also gave us a chance to get an insight into the traditions and culture of Europe.
I am very happy and impressed.
Hi! I am Kritarth Kathuria, student of Class 11 at MRIS, Sector-14. I love cycling
and playing on my PS3. The trip to Europe, organized by EdTerra, was like a dream
come true, as we got an opportunity to experience some of the beautiful cities of
Europe and learn about their history and culture. The beautiful valleys and snow-clad
mountains were absolutely mesmerizing. The long bus rides with the company of my
close friends was an unforgettable part of this trip. I would like to thank the journey
mentors from EdTerra and our lovely teachers for being great mentors, caring and
supporting throughout the trip. The impression of this trip will last forever.
Travelling is considered as one of the best leisure activities, as it is a stress buster.
Hey! I am Shorya Goyal studying in Class 9 of Manav Rachna International School,
Sector-14. EdTerra organized an educational tour for our school students. We got
a chance to travel in the world’s biggest passenger aircraft, Airbus A380. I liked
Venice Island, Disneyland and the glassblowing demonstration. I felt very nice as
I was travelling with my friends and teachers. EdTerra did not just make us visit
destinations but also introduced us to the culture and lifestyle of the places. We saw
how glass in Venice are made. I am really very thankful to EdTerra for taking us on
this trip. This trip taught me about history, architecture of places and monuments.
55. ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Ananya Singh
Angad Saini
Anushka Raina
Hey! I am Ananya Singh. I study in Class 10. Our journey to some of the best cities
across Europe was full of adventure, fun and education. We visited famous spots
like Eiffel Tower, Mt. Titlis and the Colosseum. When we reached Rome I was very
excited. The ancient city of Rome was beautiful. Then we went to Venice, the
capital of northern Italy’s Veneto region. It has no roads, only canals. We visited St.
Mark’s Basilica. The trip was full of excitement, curiosity and romance. Our visit to
Switzerland and Paris was something which will stay till my last breath. Paris was
the best. We enjoyed interacting with the friendly local people. This trip encapsulates
all my memories of the days spent in Europe.
Hey! I am Angad Saini. I am 15 years old and I live in Faridabad. I am currently studying
in Class 10 of Manav Rachna International School, Charmwood. Ancient architecture
fascinates me the most and I want to become an architect when I grow up. This is
the reason which made this trip exciting for me. My experience with EdTerra was
really awesome. They were really helpful and I learned a lot of things on the trip. I
would surely like to travel with them again.
Hey! I am Anushka Raina and I am currently studying in Class 10. I live in Faridabad
and study at Manav Rachna International School, Charmwood. I love the outdoors
and nature. I am an extrovert and I love making new friends. Travelling is one of my
favorite things to do and it fascinates me. I am quite fond of science and would love
to become a doctor when I grow up. Coming on this trip taught me to be independent
and I would like to travel like this again with EdTerra.
Eimad Khan
My name is Eimad Khan and I am currently studying in Class 10 of MRIS, Charmwood.
I, being an introvert saw this trip to Europe as a great way to get better at making
new friends and also work on my confidence. I did my best to come out of my cocoon
and I feel that I really succeeded. Despite being an introvert, I like to play outside in
the playground rather than on the internet. It explains my interest in Martial Arts and
basketball. I truly enjoyed this trip and will surely want to experience this again.
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Khushi Bhadana
Khyati Singh
Hi! I am Khushi Bhadana and study in Class 10. EdTerra Edventures, well-known
student travel company, made my first international trip an unforgettable one. We
travelled by one of the biggest passenger aircrafts in the world. I had a great time
with my friends. This trip taught me a lot and made me realize the importance of
team work. It was an amazing trip and I would love to travel with EdTerra again.
Hey! I am Khyati Singh. I am a 13 year old living in Faridabad. I study in MRIS
Charmwood. I love to read books and explore new things. I also have a special interest
in fashion and I want to become a fashion designer. I enjoy reading books about
historical places. I enjoyed learning about the history of Italy. I loved this trip a lot as
it taught me many new things about Italy.
Sanjana Sood
I am Sanjana Sood, a student of MRIS Charmwood. I study in Class 10. Our trip to
Europe was really amazing. We enjoyed a lot, especially at Disneyland, Eiffel Tower
and Venice. I am a fun-loving girl so the things I enjoyed the most was mainly, dancing
in Padova at a restaurant where we went for dinner on our last night in Italy. I am very
happy. I am taking back a lot of memories and experiences from this journey. I hope
that I will get an opportunity like this again in the future.
Shaurya Bhalla
Hello! I am Shaurya, a student of MRIS, Charmwood. I am 13 years old. I like to play
football and basketball. EdTerra Edventures planned a 9 day trip to Europe. We got
a chance to visit 3 countries i.e. France, Italy and Switzerland. Visiting many famous
tourist spots like Disneyland in Paris, Colosseum, glassblowing workshop and the
Gondola ride at Venice were some of my favorite experiences. I also did shopping
for my family and friends. This trip helped me in developing self-confidence. I also
enjoyed making new friends. My overall impression of Europe is awesome. I would
love to visit Europe again.
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VATICAN CITY
(Manav Rachna International School, Sec-14, Faridabad)
Aman Kakkar
Kabir Bakshi
Kartik Kapoor
Manas Nain
Hello! I am Aman Kakkar, a student of MRIS, Sector-14. I am a basketball player
and have achieved many laurels for the same. Besides my passion for basketball,
I’ve always wanted to visit Europe. This trip by EdTerra fulfilled my dream. Travelling
along with my friends made this trip truly enjoyable and fun-filled. The beauty and
simplicity of Europe has left us all astounded. Each country has its own specialty.
There was a noticeable difference in languages of Italy, Switzerland and France but
the architecture of all three had similarities. For me this educational trip was very
enjoyable and informative.
Hey! I’m Kabir Bakshi and I study in Class 8. I like playing football and listening to
music. I was really excited, when EdTerra Edventures, a well-known student travel
company, planned a Europe trip for my school. The bus journey with my friends to
different cities of Europe was a great experience. I also learned that staying as a
group makes tasks easier, if all members in the team are equally interested. EdTerra
acquainted us with Europe and its traditions, history and culture. We also visited
Paris, the City of Light. It was a great experience to visit the world famous Eiffel
Tower. I would love to go on even more trips in the future with my friends and EdTerra
Edventures.
Hi! I am Kartik Kapoor and I study in Class 8. My hobbies are playing table tennis
and singing. EdTerra Edventures, a well-known student travel company, planned a
trip to Europe for 10 days for my school. Initially I was nervous and excited, when I
heard about the trip but once it started my nervousness turned into excitement. We
covered almost 7 cities and 3 countries in 10 days with the support of our mentor
Ms. Astha Dhingra. The place that I enjoyed the most was Disneyland, Paris. All the
rides were so amazing that it filled me with joy. The Gondola ride in Venice was
another unforgettable experience. I was amazed to see the beauty and charm of the
‘Water City’.
Travelling is considered one of the best activities to do in the world. Hey! I am Manas
Nain, student of Class 6 at Manav Rachna International School, Sector-14. EdTerra
Edventures, a well-known student travel company, planned a trip to Europe. I was
really excited to go. I felt very excited as I was travelling with my friends and teachers.
EdTerra not just made us visit places but also gave us an insight about the local
traditions, history and culture. We even learnt about making glass pieces in Venice,
one of the best places to buy decorative glass items. My overall impression of Europe
was awesome.
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Raunak Kumar
I am Raunak Kumar and I am 11 years old, studying at MRIS, Sector-14. I love the
outdoors and nature. My hobbies are cycling, singing and acting. I am a good listener.
We travelled to one of the ancient Seven Wonders of the World called Colosseum.
We visited my dream place “Disneyland”. The places I enjoyed the most were Paris
and Switzerland. It was an amazing experience, as we enjoyed a lot over there and
also learned a few words of French like ‘Bonjour’, ‘Merci’ and ‘Je T’aime. My overall
impression on Europe was amazing. I will miss Europe.
Sahil
Hello! My name is Sahil. I live in Faridabad in Sainik Colony. I study in Manav Rachna
School in Class 11. I am very punctual and I like doing all my work on time. I like
playing badminton in my spare time. I went on a school trip with a well-known
company, EdTerra Edventures. When I heard about the trip, I got very excited. It was
an amazing trip and we explored various destinations of Paris and Italy. It was an
awesome learning experience and I enjoyed the time spent on this trip thoroughly. I
am going to miss this trip a lot.
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Aditi Kohli
Amaarisa
Chaturvedi
Hi! I am Aditi Kohli. I study in Class 12 of MRIS, Sector 14. My hobbies include listening
to music, reading novels and playing badminton and other sports. I enjoyed learning
many things on this trip. I had an amazing time with my friends and teachers. I loved
the experience at Disneyland, Eiffel Tower and Mt. Titlis. On this trip I learned a lot
about the history of Europe and teamwork. I also enjoyed exploring new things and
places. This trip was one of the most amazing trips I have ever been on.
Hi! I am Amaarisa Chaturvedi, student of MRIS, Sector-14. I am 11 years old and I
study in Class 7. I like to sing and I love table tennis. My friends and I were very excited
when we heard about the trip. We had a majestic experience throughout the entire
journey, as we saw few of the ancient Seven Wonders of the World like the Eiffel
Tower and the Colosseum. We all were very influenced by the divine beauty of the
monuments. One of my favorites place to visit was Disneyland. Disneyland is a very
fun and thrilling place as it has exciting rides and a beautiful Disney Parade. Overall,
this trip is really precious to me and I will forever keep these memories close to my
heart.
Gauri Kakar
When travelling is your ‘bae’, but the nervousness of travelling alone strikes you,
one would definitely choose to travel. Hi! I am Gauri Kakar, a student of Class 11,
Manav Rachna School, Sector-14. Our journey to Europe was a unique experience.
The trip was a perfect blend of education and adventure. The most interesting part
of the trip was the Gondola ride in Venice. The cable car ride to Mt. Titlis was an
unforgettable journey. We were mesmerized by the picturesque scenery and enjoyed
playing with snow, doing snow rides and photo shoots at the Cliff Walk. Switzerland
was an equally thrilling experience. In Paris, the city of light and love, the stunning
view of Eiffel Tower took my heart away.
Khushi Kumar
Travelling is one of the best things to do in the whole world. Hey! My name is Khushi
Kumar and I study in Class 11. Our journey to Europe was truly amazing. The journey
beautifully unfolded itself and became a memory that I will cherish for a lifetime. It was
a perfect blend of adventure and education. This trip made me realize how important
it is to understand the difference in lifestyle and culture of different regions. Rome
taught me the significance of architecture for understanding history. I learned how
people appreciated beauty and nature, since the beginning of time. The scenic beauty
of Switzerland touched my soul. Visiting Paris was the best part of the trip. I had
such an impression about the place in my head that I was mesmerized the throughout.
FRANCE
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Syeira Bhalla
Hey! I am Syeira Bhalla and I study in Class 7. I like playing table tennis. EdTerra
Edventures, a well-known student travel company, planned a trip to Europe for my
school. When I heard about it, I was really excited to go. The places I enjoyed visiting
the most were Paris, Venice Island and Rome. EdTerra did not just make us visit
places but they also made us understand the culture of Europe. This trip taught me
the importance of friendship, discipline and punctuality in life. I was very happy. In
short, I am impressed.
Reet Choudhary
Ruchi Goyal
Hey! I am Reet Choudhary and I study in Class 9. I like dancing and swimming. EdTerra
Edventures, a well known student travel company, planned an amazing trip to Europe.
When I first heard about it, I was very excited. We all travelled to Paris, also known
as the ‘City of Light’. I was impressed to see the Colosseum, one of the ancient Seven
Wonders of the World. I felt really nice interacting with people of different cultures
and backgrounds. EdTerra did not just make us visit and explore places, but also gave
us a chance to learn and understand about the history of Europe. This trip taught me
patience, being self-reliant and the importance of teamwork.
Hello! I am Ruchi Goyal from Class 12. This trip was an amazing experience for me. It
was a perfect combination of fun, adventure and education. I am a commerce student
but I still opted for this trip, as I am very much interested in exploring and travelling
to new places. EdTerra journey mentors were the best, as they gelled with us just
like sugar in water. The best part of the trip was our visit to Zurich in Switzerland. As
soon as I entered, I couldn’t believe my eyes and it felt like I was dreaming. It was an
unforgettable experience. I feel that a one time visit was not enough, so I want to go
again and experience the charm and beauty of the place. Overall, the trip was amazing
and we had a wonderful time together.
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Aayushi Malik
Damandeep Kaur
Hello! Namaste! Bonjour! My name is Aayushi Malik. I study in Class 8 of MRIS,
Charmwood. This was my first international trip. Team EdTerra planned an amazing
trip to Italy, Switzerland and France. It was a very unique and special experience for
me, as it was my first time on foreign soil. I love reading historical and adventurous
books and this trip was a perfect blend of these two elements. We all learned a lot
from this trip. The experience at Mt. Titlis was unforgettable and I loved it a lot. I
also liked visiting the glass making factory. It was very nice to see how things are
made. I would love to become a part of such trips in future. This trip taught me time
management, enjoying and living in the moment.
Hi! I am Damandeep Kaur Matharu. My experience in Europe was fabulous. I loved it. I
will never forget these nine days. We went to Switzerland. It was fantastic. I saw Mt.
Titlis and it was really icy and we enjoyed playing with snow. Then we went to France,
where we saw the Eiffel Tower, Louvre and Arc de Triomphe. We also learned about
the history of the French Revolution. Afterwards we also visited Disneyland and Eiffel
Tower. In Disneyland, we rode many scary but adventurous rides. I loved the Star
Wars ride in Disneyland the most. I also loved visiting the Vatican City.
SWITZERLAND
(Manav Rachna International Charmwood Village, Faridabad)
Purvi Gupta
Hi! I am Purvi Gupta and I study in Class 5. EdTerra Edventures organized a trip to
Europe. So, when I asked my parents they agreed immediately and I was very excited
and happy. We travelled to Europe by Emirates Airlines and visited 3 countries i.e.
Italy, Switzerland and France. I enjoyed France the most, as we went to Disneyland
and Eiffel Tower in Paris. I loved travelling in Europe very much and hope to go on
future trips with EdTerra Edventures again.
Ritaj Munir
Salut! I am Ritaj Munir and I study in Class 9. I am a passionate shooter and I also
enjoy travelling. It was a dream of mine to visit Europe, especially France, the ‘City
of Light’. I was lucky enough that EdTerra Edventures planned this tour to Europe
for our school. This trip has been my best journey so far. All my travel mates were
quite friendly and I enjoyed exploring the cities in Italy, Switzerland and France. The
history of the monuments fascinated me and the European architecture skills were
quite amazing. I enjoyed interacting with the students travelling with us from another
school. This journey was unexpectedly enjoyable.
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Shrina Bhalla
Hey! I am Shrina Bhalla. I study in Class 4. I like swimming and dancing. EdTerra,
a well-known student travel company, planned an amazing trip to Europe. When
I heard about it, I was very excited to go. We travelled to Paris, the ‘City of Light’.
I also enjoyed visiting one of the ancient Seven Wonders of the World called the
Colosseum. I enjoyed interacting with the friendly local people. EdTerra not just made
us see and explore places but also gave us a chance to know about the history and
traditions of Europe.
Tarini Kher
Hey! My name is Tarini Kher. I am 13 years old. I live in New Delhi and study in Class
8 of Manav Rachna International School. I like nature. I love visiting the mountains.
I love being surrounded by the mountains and snowfall. I love drawing and painting.
I also have a passion for fashion. Though I’m a very lazy person, my favorite sport
is swimming. I have been swimming for the past three years now. My favorite color
is red because it is the brightest color. I enjoy travelling on school trips, especially
educational trips. I always have a lot of fun and learn a lot. The most important thing
in life is to never give up on anything and to try everything, because you never know
what is going to happen in the future.
Vanshika Nagar
Hey! I am Vanshika Nagar, a 14 year old student studying in Class 10. I like doing
craftwork and listening to music. I had a lot of fun on our journey in Europe. The
entire journey was an amazingly adventurous as well as an informative experience.
Be it the walk at Colosseum, roaming the streets of Rome, understanding the culture
of Vatican City, the history of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the architecture of French
monuments or appreciating the beauty of nature in the beautiful Swiss landscape,
each moment was beautiful and mesmerizing. Gondola ride in Venice enthralled me
and visiting the Eiffel Tower was like a dream come true. This trip encouraged me to
interact with new people, make new friends and explore the world.
Vidhi Kapoor
Hey! I am Vidhi Kapoor. I am a student of Class 5. I went on a trip to Europe, which
was planned and organized by EdTerra Edventures. We covered Switzerland, Italy and
France. In France, we visited Disneyland, enjoyed the rides and had a fun time with
Mickey Mouse and Peter Pan. We also visited the famous Eiffel Tower. We went to the
second floor and saw a mind blowing view of the whole city through a telescope. Then
in Switzerland, we went to Mt. Titlis and also enjoyed some amazing rides there. In
Venice, we spent time exploring the museums and enjoyed the Gondola ride.
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Monika Kathuria
Nidhi Garg
I truly believe that travel makes a person wiser, especially if you are accompanied by
friends who have the same amount of energy, inquisitiveness and zest for life. I am
Monika Kathuria, Vice Principal at MRIS, Sector-14. This was my second trip with
my students. Europe is indeed the land of natural beauty that leaves you spellbound.
The beautiful architecture of Roman cities, the scenic beauty at Switzerland and the
snow clad mountain at Mt. Titlis added to the enchanting experience. The presence
of lovely students made the journey more exciting and the support of our journey
mentors made this trip a memorable experience.
I, Ms. Nidhi Garg of MRIS, Sector-14, would like to thank our principal Ms. Mamta
Wadhwa for giving me the opportunity to escort the students on this trip. The trip
covered Italy, Switzerland and France. In Rome, the Colosseum, Basilica and theVatican
Museum offered a treat to eyes. The monuments, sculptures and Michelangelo’s
painting were worth watching. Then we visited Venice. The Gondola ride was an
unforgettable experience. Then we visited Zurich. OMG! If there is paradise on earth,
Mt. Titlis is where it is. The snow covered peaks bound us in their spell of beauty. We
also enjoyed visiting Paris, the fashion capital and home to the famous Eiffel Tower. It
was indeed a fun-filled trip with a lot of learning.
TEACHERS
Manav Rachna International School, Sec-14, Faridabad
Sarika Rahul
Chopra
I am Sarika Rahul Chopra from Manav Rachna International School. The trip organized
by the school along with EdTerra was one of the most wonderful experiences of my
life. I have been to Scotland and England in British Isles, but this part of Europe was
indeed very beautiful and mesmerizing. The Vatican Museum was a great learning
experience. The Gondola ride at Venice was picture perfect. The experience at Mt.
Titlis at 10,000 ft in snow was exhilarating. The light show at the Eiffel Tower was a
mesmerizing and an out-of-the-world experience with a cup of hot Latte coffee in
a café on the streets of Paris. I learnt about my students and it was great to see
them enjoying themselves.
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Manav Rachna International School, Charmwood Village, Faridabad
Ugrasen Kumar
I am U.K Nayak, PGT Chemistry teaching at Manav Rachna International School. I
was looking forward to seeing the magnificent natural beauty of Europe, but it was
more than that. The architecture, landscape and the people in Europe were awesome.
The children, my colleagues and our principal thoroughly enjoyed this great trip. The
only problem I faced was with the food served and the slight discomfort during the
journey. I am very grateful to my management for providing me such an amazing
opportunity. I would like to thank EdTerra group for making my trip wonderful and
enjoyable.
Manu Vijayan
I am Manu Vijayan, academic coordinator at MRIS Charmwood. It is rightly said that
the best education you will ever get is through travelling. Nothing teaches you more
than exploring the world and accumulating experiences. The EdTerra trip to Italy,
Switzerland and France was a much awaited one, as it gave the amazing feeling of
teetering in the unknown. Switzerland was a dream destination. After this trip, the
snow-clad mountain as well as the picturesque places we visited will keep returning
in our dreams for years to come. The incredible experiences at Rome, Venice Island,
Padova, Zurich and Paris has left me spell bound.
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