Global Works - Travel with Purpose
Why choose Global Works - Travel with Purpose?
Founded in 1990, Global Works was established to provide a unique learning experience to young adults through rewarding service and language learning, and adventure travel programs. These programs foster personal growth and instill social and cultural awareness to participants and local communities. The staff ensures high standards of quality and safety to individuals. Global Works programs are id...
Founded in 1990, Global Works was established to provide a unique learning experience to young adults through rewarding service and language learning, and adventure travel programs. These programs foster personal growth and instill social and cultural awareness to participants and local communities. The staff ensures high standards of quality and safety to individuals. Global Works programs are ideal for young adults who are adventurous, open-minded, curious, and passionate about making a difference or being an inspiration to others, while learning more about other people and cultures.
Global Works - Travel with Purpose Reviews
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An experience of a lifetime!
by: Cecilia Russell - United StatesProgram: Puerto Rico: Summer Service AdventuresIt’s safe to say that this trip was certainly a once-in-a-lifetime experience! I had no clue what to expect when I first arrived. I could tell each and every one of us was excited and nervous, which made it so easy to meet each other and form friendships. Our trip leaders were incredible; helping us adjust, leading us through the day, and always being there if we had questions or needed help. I was lucky to go on a trip with such an amazing group of kids. I met people from all around who shared ...
I had an amazing life experience!
by: Carson Rzodkiewicz - United StatesProgram: Puerto Rico: Summer Service AdventuresBefore discovering Global Works and this trip, I was searching for a summer activity that I could attend that satisfied my love for traveling while also serving as a way to help a community in need. Fortunately, I decided to go to Puerto Rico. The trip was amazing! It allowed me to make so many friends, experience a new culture, serve a community, gain travel experience, and to overall learn more about myself. Before going on the trip, I knew almost nothing about Puerto Rico or the devastating e...
Amazing views and interesting group
by: Lila SelchProgram: Costa Rica: Summer Service AdventuresWhen I signed up for this trip, I wanted a chance to get up close to nature, hike and see amazing views, and get to kayak by animals. I was fortunate to get to do all of this and more on the trip! The itinerary was the right amount of urban and outdoors. We stayed in the city to do all the touristy stuff and service work, but still got to see the pacific ocean and pretty rainforests. The leaders, Adam and Sarah, were absolutely fantastic. They gave everyone a sense of support on the trip and mad...
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Interviews
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Chloe Barber-Smith
Interviewed in 2016
Chloe was born and raised in Philadelphia, but she headed south to New Orleans for college, where she lived for six unforgettable years. However, she ...
Chloe Barber-Smith
Interviewed in 2016
What inspired you to travel abroad?
Your relationship with Global Works began long before you joined the team professionally. How did you end up working for Global Works?
Taylor Anderson
Interviewed in 2016
Between working in the home office and leading trips in Martinique and France, Taylor Anderson is excited to be part of the Global Works team. French ...
Taylor Anderson
Interviewed in 2016
What inspired you to travel abroad?
How did you first become connected with Global Works?
Michelle Nance
Interviewed in 2019
Michelle has been rocking it out with Global Works for the past seven years, leading programs in Costa Rica, Panama, Cambodia, and Puerto Rico! The op...
Michelle Nance
Interviewed in 2019
What inspired you to travel abroad?
I discovered Global Works when I was finishing my Master’s degree in Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management, and I was immediately impressed by their dynamic itineraries offering community service, cultural exchange, language immersion, and adventure activities. I started as a trip leader in Costa Rica and love the transformative nature of these programs!