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What Sets Us Apart
One of the most frequently asked questions we receive at Global Explorers is “what makes your programs different from other student travel companies?” There are a myriad of ways to respond to this query and I’ll include a few of them here. Global Explorers is a non profit company which in and of itself is unique in the immersion travel industry. We strive to develop partnerships with the local communities we visit across all of our destinations so that the community members actually benefit from our presence both financially, as well as through the cultural exchange brought about by interacting with our traveling students. Additionally, we attempt to instill a sincere belief in our travelers on the importance of becoming a responsible global citizen that is in tune with the conservation of our planets resources and fostering a desire to assist others through service work both abroad and at home. Finally, our programs are highly educational with an extensive pre departure curriculum focusing on the core values of science, culture, leadership, and service.
These are just a few of the numerous things that separate Global Explorers from others in the industry. After reading this you may be thinking, “Okay, I understand all of this, but is it fun?” Well, while we highly encourage our superb staff to promote the educational value our programs possess, there is time for a bit of fun, even aside from activities like zip lining high above the canopy in Costa Rica, or floating down the Amazon River in Peru, gazing at the night sky.
As you’ll see by clicking on this link, some of our Expedition Leaders are also lyrical geniuses that spend their time away from students working on becoming international rap sensations. You see, at Global Explorers we even make bus rides immensely enjoyable. Between “happy stops,” pulling over to watch a howler monkey spotted hanging out in a tree or grabbing a quick snack at a roadside stand there is always the possibility of an impromptu dance party erupting. Global Explorers, where education and fun collide. Hey, that could be our new slogan. Thanks for reading, mom.
