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Global Works

Travel With Purpose

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EST. 1989

We provide transformative Teen Summer Trips and collaborative School Group Travel programs. Through impactful service and authentic opportunities, our travelers connect to the world like never before, all while having unforgettable adventures along the way.

About Us

The Experience

Community-led service projects are the heart and soul of our programs. We partner with local communities and organizations to make a real impact that lasts long after the trip is over.

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We’re doing more than just passing through. We travel with intention, helping students connect to other cultures, build empathy, and form a sense of community.

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While service is at the core of our programming, we also prioritize unique adventure activities. Students enjoy life-changing and brag-worthy experiences throughout each trip.

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On our language immersion programs, students go beyond the textbook and practice real-world language skills with locals, learning the ins and outs of unique cultures and dialects.

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35+

Years of Experience

17,477

Global Works Alumni

80%

Returning Staff Rate

147

Annual Community Service Projects

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Teen Summer Trips

Summer High School and Middle School programs featuring inspired community service, language learning, and adventure travel

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School Group Travel

School and University group educational travel programs designed with a collaborative spirit to achieve your educational vision.

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The Global Works Difference

Specialized Programs, Profound Experiences

Transformative Programming

Learning through action, empathetic bonds, exchange, and enriching itineraries.

Outstanding Leadership

35 years of expertise and a professional, tight-knit, team of trained educators and trip leaders.

A Culture Of Safety

Commitment to risk management and careful attention to detail in the planning of our programs, hiring of staff, and selection of partners.

Intentional Community Service Projects

Service projects that positively impact both travelers and local communities.

Tech Free*

Summer Teen Trips that are tech-free, with no cell phones, so students can focus on real-world connections.

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Universal Learning Goals

We design each one of our programs with a set of holistic ideologies in mind and strive to help students find a sense of wonder, purpose, and resilience while broadening their world view.

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“This is our third experience with Global Works and you hit it out of the park, once again. What an absolute thrill it has been for our children to join these incredible programs. We appreciate the contributions of the entire Global Works Team. Truly the best of the best.”

Rebecca H.
Parent

Travel with Global Works Today

Through our student travel programs, we help travelers cultivate a spirit of curiosity, form empathetic bonds, and have adventures they’ll never forget. Enroll with us today.