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INTERNATIONAL CAMPS & EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL

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TRAVEL WITH PURPOSE. GROW THROUGH EXPERIENCE.

See the World.Take Part in It.

Work & Travel. Volunteer. Serve. Lead.

New places. Real connections. Something meaningful to be part of. Explore international camps, work-and-travel and volunteer-abroad experiences during spring, summer and winter breaks.

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Start with free membership. Discover where it could take you.

Go beyond the ordinary.Explore cultures. Serve people. Grow together.

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The Global Scholars Method

Six Steps to Meaningful Travel and Social Impact

1. 01 Travel
2. 02 Immerse
3. 03 Serve
4. 04 Lead
5. 05 Connect
6. 06 Reflect

Earn College Credits*

*College credits are subject to eligibility, approved academic work and assessment. Work placements depend on programme and local requirements.

YOUR JOURNEY, YOUR POSSIBILITIES

Discover Your
Global Scholars Experience

About the Camps Destinations & Dates The Experience

About Global Scholars Camps

Make an Impact. Go Further Than Travel.

Purpose-driven school-break experiences combining travel, leadership, community service, cultural discovery and learning.

Go Global Travel with purpose.

Explore + Grow Experience new places.

Connect + Belong Build global connections.

Make an Impact.

Serve communities and take part in meaningful cultural experiences.

Volunteer.

Community Volunteer pathways for participants and camp employees.

Build Leadership Skills.

Build confidence, practise teamwork and group leadership, take responsibility and learn to lead through real experiences.

Earn College Credit.

Eligible participants and volunteers may add guided academic work and assessment.

International programme environments are approved:

Hotels Hostels Camp-sites University Residences Approved Homes / Airbnbs Cultural & Community Sites

Upcoming Destinations

Where Will Global Scholars Take You Next?

Explore our planned Summer, Winter and Spring programmes and start thinking about where your next Global Scholars experience could take you.

CaribbeanJamaica

Experience Jamaica through culture, community connections and island adventure.

Spring

2027 & 2028

Summer

2027 & 2028

Winter

2027 & 2028

Florida + GeorgiaUnited States

Coastal cities, new connections and a winter of discovery.

Your routeFort Lauderdale / Miami → Orlando → St Augustine → Savannah, Georgia

Winter

2027

Winter

2028

Central AmericaPanama

Discover city life, cultural heritage and global connections in Panama.

Summer

2027

Central AmericaCosta Rica

Make room for nature, new perspectives and a summer of exploration.

Summer

2028

Five stops. One unforgettable chapter.Europe

Big-city moments. New friendships. A spring adventure to remember.

Your routeLondon → Paris → Bruges → Brussels → London

Spring

2028

The Experience

What the Journey Looks Like.

Each destination creates a different itinerary. The experience unfolds through exploration, local culture, shared activities, adventure and time to reflect together.

Discover the Destination Get out into the city. See how people live. Attractions, neighbourhoods, landmarks and local experiences turn the destination into part of the learning.

Food + Local Life Taste the place. Food, conversation and everyday experiences make culture personal.

Adventure + Fun Experience it together. Outdoor activities, excursions and shared moments are part of the journey too.

Sample Itinerary

What Could a Global Scholars Week Look Like?

Every destination creates its own experience. A typical programme may combine exploration, culture, service, adventure, shared responsibility and reflection.

01 Arrival + Orientation Arrival, check-in, introductions, orientation and destination briefing.

02 Explore the Destination Discover landmarks, neighbourhoods, attractions and local environments.

03 Culture + Local Life Experience food, history, traditions, people and cultural exchange.

04 Service + Community Participate in an appropriate community, social or environmental service activity.

05 Adventure + Exploration Take part in excursions, attractions, outdoor activities or destination experiences.

06 Leadership + Reflection Shared responsibility, group challenges, discussion and reflection.

07 Connect + Depart Final activities, reflection, celebration and departure.

Every Global Scholars itinerary is destination-specific. Activities, schedules and inclusions vary by programme.

Explore Upcoming Camps See How You Can Get Involved

The details change with every country and every camp. What participants take part in should feel connected to the destination itself — not like a programme that could have happened anywhere.

Next: Find Your Place There’s more than one way to be part of Global Scholars.

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Inside the experience

Go Somewhere. Do Something That Matters.

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Culture

Experience the place, not just the itinerary.

Meet people, notice context and engage with the destination beyond the usual visitor view.

Service

Contribute while you are there.

Community service is part of the programme experience, creating opportunities to participate and give back.

Adventure

Share the destination.

Explore, move, discover and make memories with people from different places.

Discovery

See places in context.

Culture and destination experiences become part of the learning, not background scenery.

Connection

Build real global friendships.

Shared experiences create room for genuine connection across backgrounds and cultures.

Leadership

Take part. Take responsibility.

Participants collaborate, contribute, solve problems, serve and practise leadership in real settings.

YOUR NEXT CHAPTER

Choose your pathway

One Global Scholars experience. Six ways to take part.

Travel, lead, represent, host, support, educate, sponsor or supply.
Choose your pathway to see how you can get involved.

01High SchoolAges 13–17Supported international camp experiences for younger participants, with information for parents and guardians.View pathwayClose pathway+−

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High School Students • Ages 13–17

See more of the world while discovering more about yourself.

Spend your school break exploring a new destination, meeting people, experiencing different cultures and taking part in activities designed to build confidence, independence and global awareness.

Explore Experience international destinations beyond ordinary sightseeing.

Grow Build confidence, independence, responsibility and new perspectives.

Travel for Credit Eligible participants may add guided academic work and assessment.

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Parents & Guardians

They see the world. You see them grow.

Give your teen the opportunity to travel internationally while developing confidence, independence, cultural awareness, leadership and meaningful global connections.

Purpose Beyond Travel Culture, service, learning and development are built into the experience.

Organised Experience Programmes include approved environments, planned activities, group movement and programme support.

Growth You Can See Participants return with new experiences, perspectives and confidence.

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02Young AdultsAges 18–26More independence, global connection, service and leadership.View pathwayClose pathway+−

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Young Adults • Ages 18–26

Take your school break further.

Travel with greater independence while gaining experience, building global connections and taking part in international activities that combine exploration, learning, service and leadership.

Travel Explore new destinations and experience local culture firsthand.

Build Experience Develop communication, confidence, responsibility and leadership.

Travel for Credit Connect eligible experiences with optional academic recognition.

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03Camp Counselor TeamsWork • Volunteer • RepresentExplore programme-team roles, leadership practice, service and recruitment opportunities.View pathwayClose pathway+−

Explore Work-and-Travel or Volunteer →

Camp Roles: Work or Volunteer

Help lead, support and deliver the Global Scholars experience.

Global Scholars uses different programme-team roles to support participants before and during international camps. Opportunities vary by destination, programme and placement.

Camp Coordinators Serve • Work • Lead. Coordinate programme delivery, supervise counselors and support participant operations, schedules and programme activities.

International Camp Counselors Travel • Volunteer • Lead. Chaperone and support participant groups, activities, schedules, communication and day-to-day programme movement.

Local Community / In-Country Counselors Serve • Support • Earn. Provide destination-based support, local knowledge, group assistance and community connection.

Programme Team Details + Fees Join Free • Get Opportunity Updates

Camp Recruitment Advisors

Represent. Connect. Earn.

Introduce Global Scholars International Camps & Educational Travel to students, families, schools and communities while helping prospective participants understand available opportunities.

Represent Promote Global Scholars camps, destinations, information sessions and participation opportunities.

Connect Generate and follow up enquiries while helping prospects understand programmes and application requirements.

Earn + Progress Work toward recruitment goals and explore progression into suitable Camp Counselor or Coordinator opportunities.

Recruitment Advisor Details Join Free • Get Recruitment Updates

04Schools & Programme TeamsGroups • Community • PartnersOrganised group experiences and opportunities for community, destination and supplier partners.View pathwayClose pathway+−

Host a Group →

Schools • Colleges • Educational Organisations

Give students more ways to grow beyond the classroom.

Add international travel, cultural immersion, service, leadership and optional academic value to your student opportunities.

Refer Students Share individual Global Scholars opportunities with suitable students.

Build a Cohort Explore school, college or organisation group participation.

Add Academic Value Eligible students may combine travel with guided academic work.

Enquire About School + Group Programmes Join Free • Receive Updates

Community & Volunteer Organisations

Turn service into meaningful local connection.

Community organisations can help participants understand local priorities while contributing through appropriate and organised service activities.

Host a Project Create suitable opportunities for participants to contribute.

Share Your Community Introduce participants to local realities, people and perspectives.

Create Impact Connect service with genuine community priorities.

Register Organisation Interest Join Free • Stay Connected

Destination & Experience Partners

Help us bring your destination to life.

Attractions, guides, cultural organisations and activity providers can help participants experience what makes each destination distinctive.

Culture Share local history, food, arts, traditions and everyday life.

Adventure Provide suitable excursions, attractions and experiences.

Discovery Help turn sightseeing into a deeper destination experience.

Register Destination Interest Join Free • Stay Connected

Authorised Suppliers

Do business with Global Scholars.

Qualified businesses can register interest in providing approved products and services within Global Scholars destinations.

Accommodation Hotels, hostels, camp-sites, university residences, approved homes / Airbnbs and related lodging services.

Travel + Activities Transportation, attractions, excursions, tours, cultural activities and destination experiences.

Programme Services Meals and other appropriate local programme products and services.

Register as a Supplier Join Free • Supplier Updates

05Sponsor or DonateSupport • Access • Social impactSupport a Global Scholar or a social impact programme that helps communities.View pathwayClose pathway+−

Support a Scholar or Programme →

Supporter • Sponsor a Student

Help make a global opportunity possible.

Support can help reduce financial barriers for a young person who may otherwise be unable to participate.

Create Access Help make participation more attainable.

Support Growth Invest in a young person's learning and development.

Make It Personal Help turn an international opportunity into a real experience.

Sponsor a Student Join Free • Receive Updates

Corporate Sponsors • Foundations • Grant Organisations

Invest in access, education and global opportunity.

Organisations can support participant access, community initiatives, programme development and selected Global Scholars activities.

Sponsor Access Support selected participant or programme costs.

Support Projects Contribute to educational, cultural or community initiatives.

Build Impact Connect your organisation with youth development and global learning.

Sponsor / Support Global Scholars Join Free • Stay Informed

06Host FamilyWelcome • Share • ConnectWelcome an exchange student and share everyday life, culture and connection.View pathwayClose pathway+−

Explore Hosting a Student →

Host Families & Accommodation Hosts

Welcome Global Scholars into your community.

Suitable hosts and accommodation providers can help create a comfortable and welcoming base for selected programmes, subject to Global Scholars approval requirements.

Host Provide suitable approved accommodation for selected programmes.

Welcome Help participants feel comfortable and connected to the destination.

Share Community Add local connection to an international experience.

Register Hosting Interest Join Free • Stay Informed

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• Programme and opportunity updates
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OPTIONAL UPGRADE

Global Membership

US$99per year

Everything in Free, plus more benefits.

• Faster application processing
• Free member courses and year-round training
• 10% off eligible camp packages
• Access to scholarship offers
• International connections

Join Paid Membership →

Membership is separate from camp applications and programme fees. Scholarship offers are subject to eligibility and availability.

Plan Your Global Scholars Experience

Programme fees. A clearer picture.

Choose your category to see the fees, what is included, and what to plan for before you apply. All prices are in US dollars.

Most Global Scholars stakeholder relationships carry no fee. Fees apply only to Camp Participants and selected recruitment and programme-team opportunities described below.

01 Travel • Learn • Grow Camp Participants Application • Programme Fee • Payment Journey

7-Day Camp Programme

US$2,190–US$2,490

Cost varies by destination. Destination-specific programme pricing will be confirmed before registration.

Request an itemised quote confirming the programme total and how application and preparation charges are treated before making payment.

Application — choose the applicable fee US$79 or US$149

US$79 when applying 100+ days before departure, or US$149 at 30–99 days. The late fee replaces the standard fee; both are not payable. Late applications are subject to availability. Application fees are non-refundable.

Upon Acceptance 25% Deposit

Non-refundable Registration & Preparation Deposit: 25% of the programme fee, with the remaining 75% payable as the balance.

What Your Programme Fee Includes

• Programme accommodation
• Daily breakfast, snacks and dinner
• Planned in-country/local transportation
• Scheduled Global Scholars programme activities
• Cultural and community experiences
• Excursions included in the published itinerary
• Programme coordination
• Airport meet-and-greet
• Camp Counselor / group support

Lunch is not listed among the included meals. Ask for the destination-specific meal arrangements before booking.

Plan Separately For

• International airfare
• Travel insurance
• Passport or visa costs where applicable
• Personal spending
• Optional activities not included in the itinerary
• Other destination-specific personal expenses

Optional Academic Pathway

College Credit

Eligible participants may add the optional college-credit pathway for an additional academic and assessment fee.

Payment Journey

01 When you apply US$79 or US$149

Pay the applicable standard or late application fee, based on your departure date.

02 Upon Acceptance 25% Deposit

Secure your place and begin onboarding, documentation and preparation.

03 90 Days Before Travel Remaining 75% Due

Complete the programme balance.

Late applicants accepted within 90 days of departure must pay the 25% Registration & Preparation Deposit upon acceptance and the remaining programme balance within five calendar days.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

If a participant cancels more than 60 days before the scheduled departure date, programme-fee payments made above the 25% non-refundable Registration & Preparation Deposit are refundable.

Refunds are less applicable bank, payment-processing, foreign-exchange or transfer charges and any non-recoverable third-party costs already committed specifically for the participant.

Programme fees become non-refundable 60 days before the scheduled departure date.

Applications submitted fewer than 30 days before departure are normally closed unless Global Scholars approves an exception.

Request a participant fee breakdown

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02 Serve • Support • Lead Global Scholars Programme Team Coordinators • International Counselors • Local Counselors

Camp roles: work or volunteer. International counselor placements are normally fee-paying travel and volunteer opportunities. Coordinator compensation and local counselor stipends depend on the placement agreement; payment is not guaranteed for every role.

Application — choose the applicable fee US$79 or US$149

US$79 when applying 100+ days before departure, or US$149 at 30–99 days. The late fee replaces the standard fee; both are not payable. Late applications are subject to availability. The standard application fee is non-refundable.

Upon Acceptance US$249

Registration, Screening & Preparation Fee. Non-refundable.

Shared Programme Preparation

Registration, Screening & Preparation

The US$249 fee supports programme induction, suitability review, safeguarding and participant-support preparation, code of conduct, destination and itinerary briefing, supervision procedures, communication and emergency protocols, and pre-departure documentation and coordination.

Role 01 Camp Coordinators Serve. Work. Lead.

What You'll Do

• Counselor supervision and deployment
• Participant registers, attendance and accountability
• Daily briefings and operational meetings
• Vendor and transportation coordination
• Accommodation coordination
• Itinerary and schedule management
• Incident escalation and emergency leadership
• Parent/guardian communication protocols
• Safeguarding escalation
• Documentation and programme records
• Managing behavioural concerns
• Financial and expense controls where applicable
• End-of-programme reporting and evaluation

Fees & Arrangement

Compensation Placement / appointment specific

Travel & Accommodation Role and destination specific

Work schedule, compensation, accommodation and travel arrangements are stated in the applicable appointment or placement agreement.

Role 02 International Camp Counselors Travel. Volunteer. Lead.

What You'll Do

• Supervising and supporting participants
• Accompanying participant groups
• Assisting with scheduled programme activities
• Helping maintain programme schedules and expectations
• Supporting safe and organised group movement
• Participating in orientation, briefings and programme meetings
• Assisting with participant communication and wellbeing
• Supporting programme coordination and other reasonable counselor duties connected with the itinerary

Fees & Programme

7–28 Day Programme From US$890

International Counselor Programme

Typical Range: US$890–US$1,490

Cost depends on duration, destination, season and itinerary. Destination supplements may apply.

What the Programme May Include

• Programme accommodation
• Daily breakfast, snacks and dinner
• Planned local transportation
• Scheduled programme activities
• Excursions included in the itinerary
• Programme coordination
• Airport meet-and-greet
• In-destination programme support

Work & Stipend Opportunities

International Camp Counselor placements are normally structured as travel and volunteer opportunities. Where compensation is lawfully available for a particular placement, the duties, expected hours, stipend rate and conditions will be stated in the applicable placement agreement.

Role 03 Local Community / In-Country Counselors Serve. Support. Earn.

Core Counselor Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting participants
• Accompanying participant groups
• Assisting with scheduled programme activities
• Helping maintain programme schedules and expectations
• Supporting safe and organised group movement
• Participating in orientation, briefings and programme meetings
• Assisting with participant communication and wellbeing
• Supporting programme coordination and other reasonable counselor duties connected with the itinerary

Local / In-Country Support

• Helping participants understand the local environment and culture
• Supporting destination orientation
• Assisting with local group movement and programme activities
• Supporting communication with community organisations and activity providers
• Working alongside Camp Coordinators and International Camp Counselors
• Providing destination-specific support throughout assigned programme activities

Fees & Arrangement

Programme Fee No fee when arranging own accommodation

Stipend According to placement agreement

Need Programme Accommodation?

Local Community / In-Country Counselors who require programme accommodation pay the applicable lowest-tier programme rate for that destination. Accommodation charges and counselor compensation remain separate.

Enquire about camp roles

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03 Represent • Connect • Support Camp Recruitment Advisors Recruitment • Applicant Support • Programme Promotion

Application Fee No Fee

There is no application fee for the Camp Recruitment Advisor opportunity.

Registration, Screening & Preparation No Fee

The US$249 Programme Team preparation fee does not apply to this recruitment role.

One-Time Advisor Fee US$129

Induction, Training & Starter Pack.

What You'll Do

• Promote Global Scholars International Camps & Educational Travel
• Generate and follow up prospective participant enquiries
• Introduce families and applicants to appropriate camp opportunities
• Explain programme routes, destinations and application requirements
• Support prospects through the initial enquiry and application journey
• Develop school, college and community recruitment connections where assigned
• Promote upcoming camps, recruitment activities and information sessions
• Maintain accurate prospect and applicant records
• Work toward established recruitment and enrolment objectives

What's Included in the US$129

• Global Scholars recruitment induction
• Programme and destination familiarisation
• Sales and communication training
• Applicant-support and referral procedures
• Brand and messaging guidance
• Recruitment resources and tools
• Global Scholars Camp Recruitment Advisor certification
• Camp Recruitment Advisor Starter Pack

Programme Team Progression

Eligible Camp Recruitment Advisors may later apply to become Camp Coordinators, International Camp Counselors, or Local Community / In-Country Counselors.

When progressing into one of these Programme Team roles, the US$249 Registration, Screening & Preparation Fee applies, together with all applicable screening, safeguarding, training and role-eligibility requirements.

Programme, accommodation, destination or travel fees may also apply according to the selected role.

Ask about the compensation basis, eligibility and payment terms before enrolling as a Recruitment Advisor.

Enquire about becoming an advisor

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04 Partner • Host • Support Other Global Scholars Stakeholders No Global Scholars application or participation fee

No Participation Fee

Other stakeholder groups do not pay a Global Scholars application or programme-participation fee simply to enquire, collaborate, refer, host, sponsor or provide approved services.

Parents & Guardians Schools & Colleges Host Families Community Organisations Destination Partners Student Sponsors Corporate Sponsors Authorised Suppliers

Separate contractual, commercial, sponsorship or service arrangements may apply where a stakeholder is purchasing, supplying, commissioning or sponsoring a specific service or programme.

Discuss a partnership

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Your Next Step

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Travel somewhere new. Meet people. Explore culture. Volunteer. Build leadership skills. Take on real experiences—and, if eligible, add the optional college-credit pathway.

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