Young Authors Program – Europe

Student Travel Review
Co-authored by students as part of
EdTerra’s Young Authors Program

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ON THIS EDUCATIONAL JOURNEY,
BCM ARYA MODEL SR. SEC. SCHOOL VISITED
THE FOLLOWING NATIONS:

FROM
THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK
At BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School, Ludhiana, we believe that there is no substitute
for ‘education through action’ and that exploring places, people, cultures, economic
opportunities, and technological advancements through travel, complements and
completes the educational experience. This philosophy matches our endeavour to
create responsible global citizens and dynamic leaders 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 global citizenship based on
empathy, understanding, and international collaboration.
In line with this mission, our students recently journeyed to Europe as a part of an
educational program. Our students visited several beautiful locations in Germany, Italy,
and Switzerland. To augment the broader program, we selected the Young Authors
Program, which ensured students’ engagement and immersion. This Student Travel
Review is an outcome of this collaborative and exploratory module that our students of
BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School, Ludhiana, along with the students of Strawberry Fields
High School, Chandigarh. It captures the entire journey in students’ own words and
photographs. It even showcases their learning from their active interaction with some
of the world’s most enigmatic nations.
I would also like to recognise the efforts of EdTerra Edventures, a 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 educators.
Their professionalism made for an effortless, safe, and enriching travel experience for
our students and teachers.
Lastly, we extend a heartfelt thanks to the students, who participated in the program so
enthusiastically. Our willing learners had an enriching experience, the enduring benefits
of which they will reap all throughout their academic lives and careers. Each parent may
feel proud of this highly demonstrable publication that will keep reminding their wards
of their achievements and capabilities, all lifelong.
Sincerely,
Dr. Paramjit Kaur
Principal
BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School, Ludhiana

An educational journey to foreign lands always induces learning and excitement among
young and inquisitive students. When the destinations are as diverse as Germany, Italy,
and Switzerland, one can only imagine the myriad ways in which Indian students would
absorb and construct learning out of the many differences and similarities that mark
the cultures and people of India and Europe.
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 comprises both Indian and international
experts. The PDT carefully designs culturally neutral projects that enable students to
meaningfully observe, record, and articulate their impressions. These tools are deployed
through a process that encourages teamwork and meaningful discussions besides
recording observations through digital means, all of which is finally synthesised into a
media product that showcases the ideas and learning of the students.
This Student Travel Review, ‘Enchanting Europe: Germany, Italy, and Switzerland’ is one
such media product that captures the journey of learning of the students of BCM Arya
Model Sr. Sec. School. This book serves as a window into the marvels of Europe, especially
valuable for those students, peers, and parents who could not be a part of the program.
It showcases the intellectual and creative capacities of the students, the credit for which
is rightfully due to their parents and school.
would like to thank BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School, Ludhiana, for their efforts and
support.WeespeciallywanttothankDr.ParamjitKaur,forguidingus.EdTerrawouldalso
like to thank the accompanying teachers for being so dynamic and enthusiastic. Their
energy made our work easy, and more importantly, made for a more memorable journey
for the students. We encourage you to read and relive the learning and adventures of
these students through the words and photographs that follow.
Sincerely,
Sincerely,
Amita Bajaj
Editor, Students Publication
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OUR JOURNEY
Written and photographed by: Bismaad, Daksh, Harshdeep, Hridhay, & Raghav
(BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School)
Our journey started at midnight when we set off
from Ludhiana for Delhi International Airport. All
of us were really excited for the trip. We had our
breakfast en route to Delhi. After reaching Delhi,
we met our Journey Mentor, Ms. Sunna Kataria,
and other students from Strawberry Fields High
School, Chandigarh. After clearing security and
checking in at the airport, we boarded our flight
to Dubai. On reaching the airport in Dubai, we ate
snacks and bought gifts from the stores there.
After spending an hour at the airport, we boarded
our connecting flight from Dubai to Munich. After
a long journey, we reached our destination —
Munich. All of us were really tired after travelling
for so long. Then, we rushed to a restaurant for
eating an Indian dinner. After having a delicious
dinner, we reached our hotel, checked into our
rooms, and slept off.
Next day, we woke up with immense enthusiasm
and continued our journey. Firstly, we went
to the BMW Museum where we learnt some
awesome facts about BMW cars. We saw how
those fantastic automobiles are assembled and
its interiors are made of carbon fibre. Later, we
proceeded to the Dachau Concentration Camp
Memorial Site but unfortunately, it was closed.
Thereafter, we left for Austria.
Next morning, we visited Innsbruck, which
seemed very beautiful. We shopped for many
things and clicked a few photographs. Then, we
boarded a bus to go to Padova where we stayed
for two days. On the first day, we went for a
gondola ride through the Venetian canals and it
was an amazing experience. Our tour guide shared
some amazing facts about the city. We also
visited Saint Mark’s Basilica to see its brilliant
architecture. Then, we watched a glass-blowing
demonstration, which intrigued us all. We saw a
huge range of glass pieces in varied shapes and
myriad colours.
Our journey continued as we went to Geneva via
Milan in a bus. In Geneva, we visited the United
Nation Office. We also visited a chocolate factory
and tasted several varieties of chocolates. We
bought sweet delicacies for our family members
and friends back in India. Last but certainly not
the least, we visited Mount Titlis in Zurich. In
Zurich, we saw lush green mountains with cattle
grazing and heard the tingling sounds of cowbells
everywhere. Mount Titlis was covered with snow
and the most adventurous part of our visit was
riding the Ice Flyer. Overall, our journey to Europe
was a fascinating experience.
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5 We were excited to learn about the objectives and functions of the United Nations
Office in Geneva, which is housed in the Palais des Nations

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5 We decided to take a quick break for eating ice-cream before heading towards our
next adventure (Strawberry Fields High School)
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5 Fascinated to see the scenery of Lake Geneva lined with boats, cruises, and yachts
of all kinds (BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School)

OUR JOURNEY
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5 At Mount Titlis, we saw a spectacular view of the snow-covered mountain peaks and
precipitous rocks (BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School)

OUR JOURNEY
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Visiting the United Nations Office at Geneva — the
focal point for multilateral diplomacy
(Strawberry Fields High School)
We crossed the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne,
which is one of Europe’s oldest wooden bridges
stretching for about 200 m
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ITALY
Written and photographed by: Jaisleen, Khushi, Muskan, & Parneet
After the excitement of seeing superbly-designed
cars at the BMW Museum in Munich, we took a
six-hour bus drive to arrive in Padova, our point
of entry into Italy. Padova is the oldest city in
northern Italy, which is situated very close to
Venice.
All of us were eager to try the mouth-watering
Italian cuisine and visit places that we had only
imagined until now. We took a ferry to reach the
mainland and saw the historic St. Mark’s Square.
It is fondly referred to as ‘the drawing room of
Europe’ because of the large number of tourists
visiting this place. We observed the splendid
architecture of St. Mark’s Basilica that forms
the centrepiece of the square. We saw the Grand
Canal, which serves as the central waterway of
Venice.The canal is lined with several magnificent,
grand buildings, some of which were built in the
13th and 14th centuries.
The Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs were
really beautiful. It was the first time that we
saw an enclosed bridge and also learnt about the
history behind its fascinating name. It is said that
the prisoners had to cross the bridge on their
way to being executed in the past times. They
would look out of multiple tiny windows to catch
a last glimpse of the city of Venice and sigh. This
is how the bridge got its name.
Next, our tour guide took us on a gondola ride
through the Venetian canals. The highlight of
our trip to Italy was watching a glass-blowing
demonstration at a factory in Murano. We were
mesmerised by the skill and artistry behind those
marvellous creations.
In Venice, we also enjoyed shopping. We loved
trying out Italian dishes during our visit. Our day
came to an end when we returned to the hotel
via a ferry. In Milan, we ate a very delicious lunch
in a commercial area. Our visit to Venice was an
unforgettable experience. We would remember
this trip to Europe for our whole lives. We would
like to thank EdTerra Edventures for giving us
such an awesome opportunity.
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5 While exploring Venice, we visited St. Mark’s Basilica that was built using
a combination of Byzantine and Italian Gothic styles
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5 We were surprised to know that St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice has more than 500
columns and capitals (Strawberry Fields High School)
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5 On our trip to Venice, we visited Doge’s Palace, the masterpiece of Gothic architecture
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On our trip to Venice, we visited the Doge’s Palace
— an architectural marvel built in Venetian Gothic
style (Strawberry Fields High School)
Our trip to Venice would have remained incomplete
without a stopover at Murano — we were inspired
by the skillful mastery of the glass-workers
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While exploring the Venetian islands, we saw
a number of geographical formations such as
mudflats, sandbars, and water channels
We studied various aspects of the Venetian urban
landscape while walking through its calli, campi,
and campielli
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GERMANY
Written and photographed by: Breena, Haraziz, Karan & Parth
Our trip to Europe was spectacular. During the
trip, we went to Germany, Austria, Italy, and
Switzerland. We learnt about the history, art,
and culture of each country. While travelling
independently in foreign countries, we acquired
certain skills such as punctuality and teamwork.
While travelling from one place to another, we
really enjoyed along with our friends and teachers.
The city centres in Munich and Innsbruck look
splendid and we enjoyed walking around those
places. In Switzerland, we enjoyed seeing the
snow-clad mountains and lush green pasture
areas. Although the weather in Italy was warm,
yet we enjoyed ourselves a lot. If the weather
would have been relatively more pleasant, our
trip would have been just perfect.
When we reached Germany, all of us were
really exhausted. We realised that we had to be
awake early the next morning. Although we felt
inconvenient to maintain time schedules, it was
important to be punctual all the time.
Munich is home to centuries-old buildings and
there are several wonderful museums too. The
city is known all over the world for its annual
Oktoberfest celebration. Munich is also home to
one of the oldest theatres in the world. We saw
that the locals were very environment-friendly
unlike the cities of India. They use bicycles for
traversing small distances and they do not litter
the city streets as much as we do.
We visited the BMW Museum and Marienplatz,
or the chief city centre of Munich. The BMW
Museum is an ultimate destination for all those
who are really enthusiastic about high-end
automobiles. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit
to the BMW Museum because we saw so many
iconic models of cars. We clicked a number of
photographs. As per our itinerary, we had to visit
the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site,
but it was shut down.
Our visit to Munich gave us an insight into German
history and culture. Most importantly, we learnt
about the turbulent history of Germany during
the World Wars in the early 20th century. It is
inspiring to see how its citizens have recovered
from the loss and instability of the past decades.
Our school trip to Europe was an experience of a
lifetime. We would love to go on more trips like
this one in the future.
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5 Walking down Munich’s Marienplatz or St. Mary’s Square, which was established
back in the 12th century by Henry the Lion, the Duke of Bavaria
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5 Inside the bowl-shaped BMW Museum, we learnt about the history of one
of the world’s largest car manufacturers (BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School)
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5 We were excited to explore the BMW Museum and see the automobiles of
the past and the future (Strawberry Fields High School)
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Standing by Neues Rathaus (or New Town Hall)
at Marienplatz — people gather here in large
numbers to hear the clock chime and watch the
reenactment of Bavarian history
Walking inside Marienplatz, we spotted the
Old Town Hall, which was rebuilt after World
War II in neo-Gothic style and turned into a
toy museum
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Standing near a prominent business centre in
Munich before trying some delectable German
dishes (BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School)
In Munich’s Marienplatz, we were impressed to
see the 300-foot-long façade of New Town Hall
decorated with hundreds of statues, turrets, and
arches (Strawberry Fields High School)
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SWITZERLAND
Written and photographed by: Jashan, Sabyasachi, Somiel, & Udish
On our educational tour to Europe, we visited
Switzerland. left from Padova to go to Geneva.
The bus journey took us about eight hours. By the
time we reached Switzerland, we felt really tired.
However, the scenic views of the mountains and
the valleys rejuvenated us.
At first, we stopped for a short break near Lake
Geneva. As soon as we reached, we got out of
the bus and went out to breathe in the fresh air
at the lake nearby. Next day, we woke up early
to go on a guided tour of the United Nations
Office. The best part of our visit was walking
inside the UNHRC Hall. It was gigantic and the
ceiling adorned several beautiful sculptures.
Later, we also shopped at the souvenir shop.
Then, we travelled to the town of Gruyères. We
ate a fabulous lunch. We tried some local dishes,
especially desserts that we had never even heard
of.
After an hour-long journey, we reached the
chocolate factory of Maison Cailler — a well-
renowned brand of chocolate. The brand is
about 200 years old. At the chocolate factory,
we learnt about the origin of chocolate-making
process. The cocoa beans that are used for
making chocolate were first grown in the Aztec
Empire. The Aztec kingdom was crushed by the
Europeans who later introduced chocolate to
different parts of Europe. At first, chocolate was
seen as an intoxicating drink, but later it was
proved that if consumed in less quantity, it could
also be a delicious meal. We went to the shop
inside the factory and bought delectable Swiss
chocolates for our friends and family members.
Thereafter, we left for Zurich and stayed there for
two nights. Next morning, we woke up early, ate
breakfast, and left for Mount Titlis. Our visit to
Mount Titlis was a great adventure. We enjoyed
sliding in and out while playing in the snow. Then,
we headed to a restaurant for lunch. Later, we
went to Lucerne and saw the Lion Monument. It
was the last day of our trip to Europe. We had a
great time in Switzerland and our trip to Europe
was a fabulous experience.
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5 Built to commemorate the massacred French soldiers, we were surprised
to know that the Lion of Lucerne was carved directly into the wall of an
erstwhile sandstone quarry (Strawberry Fields High School)
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5 We were captivated to see the immaculate mansions and estates built on the
shores of Lake Geneva (BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School)
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efforts are addressed at the United Nations Office in Geneva
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Feeling adventurous to ride the world’s first
revolving cableway at Mount Titlis — the highest
peak in Central Switzerland
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We learnt that the United Nations Office in
Geneva served as the headquarters of the
League of Nations in the aftermath of the First
World War (Strawberry Fields High School)
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At the Lion of Lucerne, we learnt that the
sculpture depicts the beast dying from a spear
wound symbolising French monarchy
Thrilled to see the snow-covered mountains
and precipitous rocks amidst clear blue skies at
Mount Titlis (Strawberry Fields High School)
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TOURIST FRIENDLY EU CITIES
Written and photographed by: Arjun, Armaan, Mankaran, Niyonica & Tanya
Our trip to Europe began when we landed in
Munich via Dubai. We looked forward to a
journey that we had never experienced before.
When we landed in Munich, all of us were really
tired and there was a long line at the immigration
counter. Luckily, the officials hurried through the
procedures and all the formalities were cleared in
lesser time than expected.
When we came out of the airport, we realised
that our coach driver had taken another group
by mistake leaving us stranded. However, our
Journey Mentor was prompt to arrange another
coach for us within a short span of 20 minutes.
Finally, we were on the move. Although it was
dark, Munich still seemed beautiful. The contrast
between the architecture of new and old buildings
was striking. As soon as we reached the hotel, we
slept off. Unfortunately, next day, our guided tour
of the BMW Museum was delayed and our visit to
the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
had to be cancelled. The disappointment was
palpable, but we continued to move forward.
Next, we rode on a bus to go to Innsbruck. We
did not realise how time flew by. We saw some
stunning views of the mountains. We captured
some picturesque views through clicking
photographs. The small town of Innsbruck with
its beautiful architecture awed us. The cobbled
streets and the colourful buildings were truly
a beautiful sight to behold. At the Swarovski
Crystal Worlds, the sheer number of crystals
shining on every sculpture, every bracelet, and
other pieces of jewellery left us in awe.
When we reached Venice, we rode on a ferry
to the city with the wind blowing through our
hair and the sun shining down our backs. Upon
reaching there, we headed off for a gondola
ride through the Venetian waterways. It was a
unique experience that thrilled us all. Next, we
visited a glass factory in Murano as soon as our
orientation tour ended. The air shimmered above
the furnace when the glassworker pulled out a
rod covered with melted glass. We felt warmth
on our faces due to the intense heat as we saw
a magnificent horse being created by the expert
craftsperson. His skilled hands worked brilliantly
as he moulded the glass to sculpt the figure.
During our journey, we also visited Zurich,
Geneva, and Lucerne. We went for a tour of the
UN Office and visited a chocolate factory. The
best part of our journey was visiting Mount Titlis.
Viewing the beautiful landscapes was wonderful.
In conclusion, we would like to thank EdTerra
Edventures for organising such an amazing tour.
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5 We looked forward to visiting Swarovski Crystal Worlds — it is characterised
by magnificent gardens and intriguing modern art

5 On our way from Milan to Geneva, we stopped by to take a quick glance at the
natural beauty of the Swiss countryside (BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School)
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of the ‘floating city’ (Strawberry Fields High School)

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In Innsbruck, we spotted the Golden Roof — a
magnificent alcove balcony consisting of 2, 657
fire-gilded copper tiles
After viewing the intricate gold mosaics covering
the interiors of St. Mark’s Basilica, we were ready
to explore other structures of Piazza San Marco
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Our visit to Swarovski Crystal Worlds in Innsbruck
was wonderful — it seemed as if we had just come
out of a fairytale setting
The Golden Roof in Innsbruck’s Altstadt looked
stunning — we learnt that it was built by
Archduke Friedrich IV on the occasion of his
marriage to Bianca Maria Sforza in the early 15th
century (Strawberry Fields High School)
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ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Bismaad Singh
Daksh Kumar
Harshdeep Singh
I am Bismaad Singh and I study in Class 7, BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School. Our
journey to Germany, Italy, Austria, and Switzerland was awesome. I went to the
BMW Museum and learnt a lot. I was surprised when I heard that there are more than
300 varieties of bread that one can try in Germany. The gondola ride in Venice was
enjoyable. I used the three hours of shopping time in Munich to buy gifts for everyone.
We went to a chocolate factory and Mount Titlis in Switzerland. On one day, we could
eat a German breakfast, an Italian lunch, and an Indiandinner. Overall, our trip was a
wonderful adventure.
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I am Daksh Kumar and I study in Class 9, BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School. Our journey
to Europe was a fantastic experience. During this trip, I loved singing and dancing
along with my friends. Our journey started from Munich and ended in Zurich, but I
enjoyed the most at Mount Titlis, Innsbruck, and Venice. Visiting the BMW Museum
was amazing. We learnt at every place that we visited. I asked many questions, which
enhanced my learning. This journey was the best experience ever and I enjoyed myself
a lot. I would like to thank my school and EdTerra Edventures for organising such an
extraordinary trip.
I am Harshdeep and I study in Class 12. I love to travel and explore different places.
Our journey to Europe was really interesting and amazing. I enjoyed each and every
moment of it with my friends. I loved dancing while travelling in the bus from one
destination to another. During the journey, the most enjoyable moment for me was
riding on the Ice Flyer. When our Ice Flyer stopped mid-way, it was scary to look
down from such an incredible height. I enjoyed shopping and bought so many things.
I shopped for many perfumes for my grandfather, my parents, and my friends. I even
bought a watch for myself. This was the best trip of my life.
Hridhay
My name is Hridhay and I study in Class 6. I am 11 years old. I love to explore new
places and our journey to Europe was a fantastic experience. During the journey,
we learnt so much about the culture and history of different European countries.
Working on the photo-book was an engaging experience. It was exciting to interact
with the locals. What I can never forget about this trip is sitting in a gondola in Venice
and sailing past the beautiful buildings nearby. This journey has taught me how to
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ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Raghav Verma
I am Raghav Verma and I study in Class 10. Not only am I studious but I am also a
national-level swimmer. Recently, we went on a trip to Germany, Italy, Austria, and
Switzerland. We really enjoyed ourselves at every place that we visited. We danced,
sang, and played games during our journey. The Europeans were very environment-
friendly and often use electric bikes and cycles to travel. I really enjoyed visiting
Switzerland because it offers scenic views of the snow-covered mountains. Riding
the Ice Flyer was awesome. However, when it came to a halt mid-way at about 250
ft from the ground, it felt scary. Our journey to Europe was an awesome experience.
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Jaisleen Takkar
Khushi Budhiraja
Muskan Chawla
I am Jaisleen Takkar and I study in Class 12. Our journey to Europe was fabulous.
We went to Austria, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland. All the places that we visited
seemed quite different from India. The Europeans were very friendly and polite. This
journey helped me to see places in real, which I had only dreamt of before. Riding a
gondola in Venice was unbelievable. At Mount Titlis, we enjoyed playing in the snow.
We ate some really delicious dishes. This trip was an unforgettable experience.
I am Khushi Budhiraja and I study in Class 12, BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School. From
the beginning to the end, our journey was extremely amazing and wonderful. I enjoyed
myself a lot and gained valuable information. The best part of this entire journey
was our visit to Mount Titlis. Being a photographer, I love to capture everything in
photographs.This journey gave me an opportunity to capture breathtaking landscapes,
urban spaces, and interesting people. In a few days, I managed to create a lifetime of
memories and I am very happy about it. I hope to visit all these places again in the
future.
I am Muskan Chawla and I study in Class 12, BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School. My
hobbies include exploring new places and meeting new people. Recently, I went to
Europe on a school trip. It was an amazing experience. We really enjoyed visiting
various countries of Europe such as Switzerland, Italy, Austria, and Germany. It was
the most amazing trip of my life. All the facilities during the journey were superb. I
would like to thank EdTerra Edventures for providing such a wonderful experience.
Parneet Kaur
Matharoo
My name is Parneet Kaur Matharoo and I am 16 years old. I am fond of dancing. We
went to Germany, Italy, Austria, and Switzerland on a school trip. The roads were
clean and the infrastructure was developed well. I loved dancing along with my friends
on this trip. Riding the Ice Flyer at Mount Titlis and the gondola in Venice were some
unique experiences. I shopped a lot in Venice. I observed that the Europeans prefer
eating light breakfast. They follow traffic rules quite diligently. Trying new dishes was
exciting but I still prefer Indian food over any other cuisine. I would like to thank
EdTerra Edventures, especially our Journey Mentor, Sunna Ma’am for such a fantastic
educational tour.

Anita Chaudhary
I am Anita Chaudhary, the Senior Supervisor of BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School. I am
the examination head of the senior section in the school and I manage almost 1,600
students and 100 teachers. I travelled to the USA in 2010 and 2011 and also served
as an advisor on a five-day trip to NASA. Our trip to Europe, which was organised
by EdTerra Edventures, was a fascinating experience. Our Journey Mentor, Ms Sunna,
showed immense zeal and enthusiasm. She is very intelligent and polite. We enjoyed
eating at different places, especially the authentic Swiss meal. Overall, our trip was
a great learning experience.
Dr. Kiran Saini
Europe calling… to explore the natural beauty and appreciate the beautiful architecture.
I, Dr. Kiran Saini, started my wonderful journey to Germany, Italy, Austria, and
Switzerland with much gusto. The lush green vast grasslands and hillocks with
lovely blue patches of serene lakes took my breath away. It was fun travelling with
a group of smart students. Sumptuous meals, good hotels, and most importantly,
the cooperative behaviour of our Journey Mentor, Ms Sunna, made our journey truly
memorable. I would like to thank the Almighty for providing me such an amazing
opportunity to learn and enjoy. This trip will remain unforgettable.
Pooja Goyal
Since a really long time, I wanted to travel to Europe. Finally, I got a chance to visit
Europe along with my school group. As our plane touched down in Munich, I felt a
frenzy of emotions — slightly confident, yet a little nervous. The beautiful architecture
and amazing food simply bewildered me. I found Venice to be really beautiful. I loved
how colourful all the buildings looked with beautiful flowers all around. We also got
an opportunity to see how chocolates are made. Mount Titlis with its snow-capped
mountains and lakes looked truly amazing. Overall, our trip was a great experience
and I would love to travel to every place again.
Pooja Vig
I am Pooja Vig, a Mathematics teacher in BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School, Ludhiana.
I went on a school trip to Europe this summer. The experience was so mesmerising
that I felt lost amidst numerous wonders of Europe. The stunning sights were
breathtaking, the locals seemed to celebrate each moment of their lives, and there
were so many cultural events happening at every place all the time. This journey was
a life-changing experience that I will never forget. Through travelling, we just do not
discover new places, but also discover ourselves. I will remember this trip throughout
my life.
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Parth Bansal
My name is Parth Bansal and I study in Class 10, Strawberry Fields High School.
Our journey to Europe was a fantastic experience. We went to Munich in Germany,
Innsbruck in Austria, Padova and Venice in Italy, and Geneva and Zurich in Switzerland.
I really enjoyed our visit to Mount Titlis and the United Nations Office. During the
journey, we learnt a lot. This trip has taught me to become punctual and independent.
Unfortunately, we could not visit the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site.
However, we still had a lot of fun on this trip.
Haraziz Singh
My name is Haraziz Singh and I am a student of Strawberry Fields High School.
I love to paint and play video games. Our trip to Europe was awesome. We went
to Germany, Italy, Austria, and Switzerland. The most wonderful destinations were
Mount Titlis, Venice, and Innsbruck. Playing with snow at Mount Titlis was enjoyable
and the beautiful scenery of Venice was breathtaking. We learnt the history of several
monuments such as the Doge’s Palace, St. Mark’s Cathedral, and the Bell Tower.
During the journey, we learnt to become responsible and manage our time properly.
Overall, our journey was a great learning experience.
Breena Pandher
My name is Breena and I am 15 years old. I study in Class 10, Strawberry Fields
High School. I really enjoyed our trip to Europe. I made new friends and I learnt a lot
about different cultures. During this trip, I was mostly tired because of the extremely
tight schedule. Travelling to every place along with my friends and teachers was
memorable. Some Europeans were not very cooperative, however, the journey was
worthwhile. I would like to thank EdTerra Edventures for organising this trip.
Karan Bal
My name is Karan and I am 14 years old. I am a student of Strawberry Fields High
School. Recently, I went on a school trip to Europe. I liked all the countries that we
visited. We went to Germany, Italy, Switzerland, and Austria. Sometimes, it took us
a very long time to travel from one place to another. At times, we felt very tired but
we always looked forward to exploring every place. Our Journey Mentor was very
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Udish Arora
My name is Udish Arora and I study in Class 8, Strawberry Fields High School. Our
journey to Europe was a fantastic experience. We visited many famous places in
Germany, Austria, Italy, and Switzerland. However, all of us got really tired travelling
from one place to another. Some hotels did not have air-conditioners and we felt
uncomfortable at times. Our Journey Mentor, Sunna Ma’am, made this journey really
memorable for all of us. This journey has taught me to be disciplined and travel
independently.
Sabyasachi Pruthi
My name is Sabyasachi and I study in Class 9, Strawberry Fields High School. I
personally think that our trip to Germany, Italy, Austria, and Switzerland was really
nice and enjoyable. In fact, I personally think there should be one such trip organised
every year. Every day of the journey brought a new adventure. The hotels were very
comfortable. Even though Italy was not as clean as compared to Switzerland, there
were many historical buildings there. Our Journey Mentor, Sunna Ma’am, is one of the
best people that I have ever met in my life.
Jashan Dhillon
I am Jashan and I study in Class 10, Strawberry Fields High School. Our journey
to Europe was fascinating, but it was more about travelling from one place to
another rather than visiting new places. We travelled to Italy, Germany, Austria, and
Switzerland. Our visit to Mount Titlis was really wonderful. I enjoyed along with my
friends and teachers at every place that we visited. Our Journey Mentor was very
cheerful and cooperative. This trip has taught me to become disciplined and punctual.
Somiel Siwach
I am Somiel Siwach and I study in Class 10, Strawberry Fields High School. Our
journey to Europe was a fantastic learning experience. Some hotels were not as good
as expected and the food at most of the places was average. Sometimes, we used to
feel tired going from one place to another. We visited the UN Office in Geneva, which
was really insightful. During the journey, I learnt to adapt to different conditions
without any difficulty. Our trip to Europe was a fabulous experience. I would like to
thank EdTerra for organising such a fascinating journey.
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Arjun Singh Nain
My name is Arjun Singh Nain and I am a student of Strawberry Fields High School.
On this trip to Europe, I enjoyed a lot along with my friends. Being with my friends
in a foreign country was a great experience. We explored several places together.
This trip has made me independent. It has also taught me to adapt to different kinds
of situations. I felt that the trip was too short because we spent so much time
travelling from one place to another. At some places, the food was not so nice. Our
Journey Mentor was extremely supportive throughout the journey.
Armaan Gupta
My name is Armaan and I am 15 years old. During our journey to Europe, I enjoyed
a lot. It felt like a long road trip at times because we were always on the move. The
duration was too short and there was little time to settle down and relax. However,
the last few hotels and meals were really good and we had fun while visiting Mount
Titlis, the UN Office in Geneva, and the BMW Museum in Munich. Our Journey Mentor
was very enterprising. I think that this trip should have been longer, so we could focus
on actually enjoying every place rather than just ticking it off the itinerary.
Mankaran Dhillon
I am Mankaran Dhillon and I study in Class 9. I like to play guitar. Playing video games
is another of my hobbies. We thoroughly enjoyed while travelling from one place to
another. Mount Titlis was the best of all the places that we visited on our trip to
Europe. We participated in a number of adventurous activities there. I made many
new friends during the journey. Our trip would not have been so enjoyable without
our Journey Mentor, Ms Sunna. I really liked the hotels and food in Switzerland. During
the journey, I learnt the importance of time management. Overall, our journey was a
fascinating experience.
Niyonica Garg
I am Niyonica and I study in Class 11, Strawberry Fields High School. Our journey
to Europe was really amazing. We went to Germany, Austria, Italy, and Switzerland.
We visited the cities of Munich, Innsbruck, Venice, Zurich, Geneva, and Lucerne. I
was very happy to see the rich greenery at every place that we went to. Learning
about the rich history of each building made their architecture and design seem so
wonderful. Although I was looking forward to visiting the Dachau Concentration
Camp Memorial Site, we could not visit that place due to our tight schedule. During
the trip, I thoroughly enjoyed along with my friends. Overall, our trip was a great
learning experience.

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Tanya Kataria
My name is Tanya Kataria and I am 15 years old. I am a student of Strawberry Fields
High School. Our journey to Europe along with my school friends was very enjoyable.
I got several chances to sit by myself and sketch the beautiful scenic landscapes. I
loved visiting Innsbruck, a charming town in Austria known for its cobbled streets and
beautiful architecture. Venice was equally amazing although the heat and humidity
dampened the experience to some extent. The gondola ride was simply amazing.
There was so much to discover in every little nook and corner of European cities. Our
entire trip was an unforgettable experience.
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Shabnam Singha
A school trip with children is a wonderful opportunity for any educator to get
acquainted with the youngsters as one finds them away from the formal school
setting. One such meaningful opportunity came when I accompanied a group of 13 high
school students from Strawberry Fields High School for an educational trip to Europe.
Being the High School Coordinator, I could not have missed this chance to travel
with young students. During our journey, we visited Munich in Germany, Innsbruck in
Austria, Padova and Venice in Italy, and Geneva and Lucerne in Switzerland. I learnt
to remain patient and cooperate with my fellow companions.
TEACHER(S) WHO LED THIS
JOURNEY

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