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students standing in front of a yellow colonial building in new orleans
July 16, 2026
2026 Grand Western Tour

From the Alamo to Beignets: Our Final Days on The Grand Western Tour

New Orleans, LA

It's hard to believe, but our incredible journey with The Grand Western Tour has come to a close. Here's a look back at our final two days together.

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student jumping into the pool
July 15, 2026
2026 Grand Western Tour

Springs, Dives, and Barbecue: Hello, Texas

Balmorhea, TX

After an early departure, we drove through the morning and afternoon, stopping on the road for lunch. The bus ride was high energy from the jump, with a collaborative playlist going and just about everyone singing along at the top of their lungs.

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students walking on the white sands
July 13, 2026
2026 Grand Western Tour

Sledding Under a Stormy Sky: A Night at White Sands

Alamogordo, NM

Today with The Grand Western Tour brought us one of the most unforgettable evenings of the whole trip, and it came with a little rain.

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students at the grand canyon
July 13, 2026
2026 Grand Western Tour

Red Rocks and Back Roads: From Sedona to Tucson

Sedona, AZ

Today with The Grand Western Tour, we got to see one of the most beautiful corners of Arizona, and it was every bit as stunning as we hoped.

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