About this episode
Episode 331: Scavenger Hunts That Bring Local History to Life
In this episode, host Meryl van der Merwe revisits a topic she first explored back in episode 41 — scavenger hunts! But this time, she brings fresh insights from her recent European adventures, where she completed three different app-based scavenger hunts in Belgium and France.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
How digital scavenger hunts work and what makes them so engaging
Why these hunts are perfect for multi-generational learning
How they combine exercise, fun, and education in one immersive experience
Meryl’s experiences using:
ScavengerHunt.com
Explorial.com
Landing Zone (a location-based Normandy WWII hunt)
QuestoApp.com (recommended by FundaFunda’s Spanish teacher Suzette)
How scavenger hunts can reveal hidden gems even in cities you’ve lived in for years
Tips for using these hunts during vacations or staycations
