Beginner-friendly trips designed for students new to international travel
Programs offering 15+ service hours through immersive, on-the-ground projects
High-demand programs with limited spots for early applicants
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Start with our three most-loved regions for first-time travelers. Perfect for high schoolers and parents who want a balance of adventure, safety, and meaningful impact.
Hands-on service programs focused on meaningful community impact
Deep-dive travel experiences centered on language, culture, and local connection
Programs that build global leadership, confidence, and real-world skills
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Avocado: Thought you’d miss creamy avocados and guacamole while traveling in East Africa? Think again. Tanzanian avocados are delicious and abundant. Occasionally, trees drop avocados to the unsuspecting passerby below, so be ready with the rest of your picnic! Bantu People: Long ago, the Bantu people were a homogenous group; however, now the label encompasses millions…
