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Travel & Volunteer Programs for Teens and Young Adults
Destinations in Africa, Asia, Latin America, Europe & the United States
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Travel Programs
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At Global Leadership Adventures, we believe meaningful teen travel can be life-changing.
In addition to travel programs for high school students ages 14-18, we also offer programs for middle school students ages 13-14. Family and custom group travel are also available.
Enroll in a GLA program and travel to destinations in Africa, Asia, Latin America, Europe or the United States.
Summer and spring break sessions are open for enrollment for prospective travelers.
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We’ll send you a free, full-color GLA program catalog with dates and details for all of our programs.
Travel Programs
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The GLA Experience:
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Global Leadership Adventures:
Our Founding Story
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What Sets GLA Directors Apart
Travel Programs
The GLA Difference
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INTENTIONAL
PROGRAM DESIGN
We believe that leaders are made and not born. Our programs are designed to teach leadership as a critical life skill that can be developed. Learn to rally others around a vision or a goal.
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FULL-SERVICE
PARENT SUPPORT
We provide superior service to every family before, during and after the program. This includes our 24-hour helpline providing staff support throughout the program.
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5-POINT
SAFETY SYSTEM™
Safety is our first priority. Our 5-Point Safety System is a set of rigorous standards that support the safety, health and well-being of students on every program.
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HOME BASE
Home Base is your home away from home. We aim to provide lodging that’s out of the ordinary. On GLA programs, our student groups stay in well-vetted locations with staff on-site.
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EXPERT STAFF
GLA’s international staff are more than chaperones. Students are led by program Directors and Mentors who have in-depth professional experience working with youth.
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LOCAL PARTNERS
As local leaders who live and work in the community, our partners are able to conduct community assessments, prioritize needs, and execute projects on the ground.
THE #1 PROVIDER OF TRAVEL FOR TEENS
AND YOUNG ADULTS
Domestic Travel. International Travel. Life-Changing Journeys.
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97%
oF GLA ALUMNI AGREE:
“WHEN I LOOK BACK ON MY GLA EXPERIENCE, I CONSIDER IT TO HAVE BEEN LIFE-CHANGING.”
*Based on a survey of alumni 3 years post-program
- Participate in a range of experiences: From community service and immersive learning, to leadership development and adventure
- Discover new places and meet new people: Travel overseas and make friends with like-minded peers
- Earn community service hours: You will earn between 20-80 community service hours while on-program
- Consider your college admissions: Write about your GLA experience in college applications or essays
- Choose your ideal dates: Summer and spring break dates are available; sessions run 8-21 days
- Make a meaningful impact: GLA is a recognized leader in international volunteering and community service programs for teens and young adults
- Travel solo or with a friend: Most students on GLA programs are solo travelers who join the rest of the student group upon arrival; we also welcome friends or siblings who wish to travel together
- Enjoy small group sizes: Most of our program sessions enroll between 10-30 students, and participants are woven into even more intimate teams for service and mentor groups
- Tuition is all-inclusive: Scholarships and payment plans are available