8 REASONS WHY TRAVEL CHANGES LIVES
LEARNING THROUGH EXPERIENCE
Experiential learning provides young people with the opportunity to apply classroom data and theory in a real-world environment.
DEVELOPING NEW LIFE SKILLS
Travelling helps to improve key life skills including time management, communication, teamwork, organisation & planning.
STRENGTHEN FRIENDSHIPS & RELATIONSHIPS
Experiencing unforgettable moments with fellow students and teachers will bring people closer together and help friendships flourish.
INCREASE CLASSROOM ENGAGEMENT
Teachers often observe better attitudes towards learning from pupils as they are more emotionally engaged with their subject.
PRACTICE INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGES
The best place to learn a new language is in the native country. Experiencing local culture builds a wider appreciation of modern languages.
GROW CONFIDENCE & SELF-ESTEEM
Young people are faced with new challenges which push them outside their comfort zone. They must adapt, problem-solve and think more creatively to overcome obstacles.
BUILD ASPIRATIONS FOR THE FUTURE
New environments have an effect on young peoples' ambitions in life both personally and professionally. Experiential learning helps students to visualise their future beyond education.
NEXT GENERATION OF GLOBAL CITIZENS
Travel helps young people to understand and appreciate international issues, including economic, political, social, cultural, technological and environmental differences, this can spark new ideas and motivations for students to become advocates of positive global change.