Bridge To Asia

Bridge To Asia

Bridge To Asia

Connecting Cultures, Changing Lives
Discover the unique opportunities for cultural exchange and educational travel with Bridge to Asia, where students gain invaluable experiences in East and South Asia.
Enroll in the 2026 EF Tour to S.E. Asia before September 19 and get $200 off!
Embrace Cultural Understanding
Our program is designed to foster a deep understanding of and appreciation for cultural differences through immersive experiences. Students will engage with locals, participate in traditional activities, and develop a global perspective.
In summer of 2026 we're taking students on an exciting and educational adventure to Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. Then, in 2027 we'll be participating in our Japanese Homestay Cultural Exchange with Yamate Gakuin HS in Yokohama. Don't miss these lifechanging opportunities.

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Explore Experiential Learning Through Travel
Traveling to East and Southeast Asia, students will explore modern cities, historical sites, and natural wonders, all while enhancing their academic knowledge through hands-on, experiential learning.
For example, in 2026 students going with us to Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam will have a chance to see the Mekong River Delta, The Independence Palace, Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bangkok, and Ayutthaya and they'll also see cultural dances and performances and even take a Khmer cooking class and visit Thai organic farm.
In 2027, familes and students will have the chance in sprinig to host Japanese students from Yokohama for two weeks and share our Georgian and American culture with them. Then our students will have the chance to go to Yokohama in summer, where they'll visit Tokyo, Tokyo DisneySea, see Lake Ashi, and even experience living with a Japanese family.

Enroll in the 2026 EF Tour to S.E. Asia
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Build Lifelong Connections
Bridge to Asia not only promotes educational growth through cultural exchange and experiential learning but also encourages students to form lasting friendships across borders, building a healthy curiosity and creating a global network of citizens committed to mutual understanding and positive change.
In Thalland, Cambodia, and Vietnam our students will experience some of Southeast Asia's most amazing and historical sites and activities alongside fellow studnts from all over the US. In Japan, our students will live with Japanese families and experience alongside their hosts some of the best the Kanto Region cities of Kamakura, Tokyo, and Yokohama has to offer.

Enroll in the 2026 EF Tour to S.E. Asia
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An unforgettable adventure awaits your child in Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam!
We’re thrilled to share that we’re heading to Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam in Summer 2026, and we’d love for your student to join us!
This is an incredible opportunity for students to explore new places, experience different cultures, and gain lifelong skills like independence and confidence. We’ll be sharing all the details, including what we’ll see and do, hands-on learning activities, academic opportunities, trip costs, and how to secure a spot at our informational meeting.
Meeting details:
📅 Date: September 10
🕒 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Cambridge HS, Room 2814
👉 RSVP here to join us: https://rsvp.eftours.com/cmpvzt5
Enrollment for the adventure is already open, and spots are limited, and we would love to help you secure this experience for your child.
In the meantime, please visit EF’s website to get answers to common parent questions. EF Tours is our trusted travel partner, and they have 60 years of experience helping students explore the world safely and affordably.
We hope to see you there and look forward to sharing how this trip can be a powerful and unforgettable chapter in your child’s life!

Enroll in the 2026 EF Tour to S.E. Asia
Cultural Immersion Programs
Students participate in local customs and traditions and eat regional foods, gaining firsthand experience that enriches their understanding of diverse cultures.
Academic Partnerships
We collaborate with foreign schools like Yamate-Gakuin High School and domestic colleges like Georgia State University or Georgia Tech to provide both traveling and visiting students with a comprehensive educational experience, including workshops and lectures from local experts in both countries.
Adventure and Exploration
From exploring bustling cities to to visiting historical monuments to trekking through scenic landscapes, our programs offer a balance of educational and adventurous activities that go well beyond typical tourism.
Our Bridge to Asia Team
Meet the Educators Working Hard to Offer These Opportunities for Adventure, Cultural Exchange, and Experiential Learning.
Michael Shea, PhD
Dr. Shea founded the Bridge to Asia Program in the Fall of 2022. Dr. Shea has a PhD in Political Science and an MAT in Social Studies Education for Grades 6-12. Dr. Shea has traveled for education, research, humanitarian aid, cultural exchange, and pleasure to many countries the Caribbean, East Asia, Europe, and South Asia.
Emily Gibson
Ms. Gibson joined the Bridge to Asia Program in the fall of 2023. Ms. Gibson has an MA in East Asian Studies and teaches World History, Current Issues, Women's Studies, and Human Geography. Ms. Gibson studied Political Science at Yonsei University in Seoul, South Korea where she earned an MA in Political Science. Ms. Gibson has traveled throughout Asia and Europe.
Sarah Rhodes
Ms. Rhodes joined the Bridge to Asia Program in the spring of 2024. Ms. Rhodes teaches both AP and on-level Psychology and has also taught World History, U. S. History, and American Government. Ms. Rhodes has traveled to Japan as well as throughout Europe.