Travel
Bucket list destinations, amazing activities and lifelong friendships await on our Active Teen Tours and Global Adventures! Age-compatible groups for teens completing grades 7-12.
Perfectly Planned, Perfectly Paced.
Creating the ultimate travel experience is both an art and a science. We know when it’s time to pick up the pace and get the adrenaline flowing, and when it’s time to chill out and relax.
With over 420 summers of combined teen travel experience, our team knows what it takes to create an unforgettable summer experience for Each and Every one of the teens who join our summer travel programs.
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Active Teen Tours
Teen tours are where it all started in 1982 and they’re still our most popular! You’ll meet plenty of new friends as you experience amazing activities and explore must-see destinations in the USA, Canada, Australia and Europe.
- Group sizes: Up to 48 participants.
- Accommodations: Quality hotels, resorts, dorms, and deluxe camping nights (on select programs).
- Transportation: Chartered deluxe motor coaches.
Global Adventures
If you love adventure travel, you’ll love our Global Adventures! Venture to bucket-list destinations in Australia, Ecuador, Europe, New Zealand, Peru, Thailand, Vietnam, and even here in the USA. Explore different cultures, try something new, and connect with your fellow adventurers!
- Group sizes: Up to 26 participants.
- Accommodations: Comfortable hotels and lodges.
- Transportation: Private motor coaches and occasional public transportation internationally, and passenger vans in the USA.
Travel Program Outcomes
Travel is about more than the destination. It can help you become a more well-rounded person, develop essential life skills, and inspire your future. By embracing new experiences, you open yourself up to opportunities for personal growth that are hard to come by in the classroom alone.
Greater Independence & Confidence
Our programs allow teens to experience a greater sense of independence in a safe and structured environment. Encouraging participants to step out of their comfort zone builds confidence at an ideal age where finding oneself is key to personal growth.
Broader Global Perspective
Research shows that developing familiarization with new cultures increases young peoples’ tolerance and respectfulness. It can give them the tools they need to be more accepting of others, raise their awareness of world issues and make them more appreciative.
New Friendships & Lifelong Social Skills
The friendships made while sharing our unforgettable experiences are unlike any other. Our staff are trained to create a comfortable environment where teens can truly be themselves and easily connect with others right from the start.
Inspiration for the Future
According to this study by the Student Youth Travel Association (SYTA), students who travel demonstrate a greater willingness to learn and attend college. Traveling before college can help guide teens' college and career decisions by allowing them to explore their interests and figure out what drives them.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the accommodations like on a volunteer program?
We provide clean and comfortable accommodations so you can get a good night’s rest. We do not have any homestays and every participant will always have their own bed.
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What are your safety standards?
Our travelers’ security is our number one priority and we strive to create the safest programs possible. There are various aspects to safety from planning and itinerary development, staffing and training, risk management and social and emotional safety. Built on 37 years of experience in providing teens with reliable and secure travel experiences, we are proud of our excellent safety record. For more information, visit our Safety page, and better yet call us.
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What kind of food will we eat on the program?
We provide a variety of delicious food options on all our programs! When traveling, part of your experience will be immersing yourself in the local cuisine and culture, so please bring with you an open mind and a willingness to try new things. We also ensure that our travelers always have access to clean water everywhere we go.