International Travelers Club

Purpose

Many of my students struggles are due to an opportunity gap. An opportunity gap that allows families with better educations and opportunities continue to grow and prosper while my students fall further behind. One way I felt that I could help bridge that gap is to help give students the chance to see the world. NO ONE can take away experiences you have had. So I decided to start the International Traveler's Club. Travel helps open the eyes of the traveler to see that the world is vast and limitless. We can get caught up in the monotony and hopelessness at times but travel will always break through those roadblocks and give you HOPE! If you believe in this like I do, please support our never ending fundraising efforts.

upcoming trips

March 14-21, 2026- Dominican Republic

July 9-18, 2026- Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Dubai

March 10-20, 2027- NYC, Paris, London

July 7-15, 2027- South Korea, Busan

Benefits of student travel

From Worldstrides website (Parent company to Explorica who is the organization doing our trip).

1. Compassion

Exposure to the problems and perks of other lifestyles helps students see their world in a different way. Having a broad awareness of how other people live and what other cultures prioritize allows a student to think differently about their own lives.

2. Confidence

Living and working for any amount of time in a culture that’s different from home can help prepare students for college in ways more profound than any sleep-away camp or vacation can. Overcoming challenges while traveling help students grow confidence and prepare them for life’s obstacles.

3. Networking

International travel, especially with a group or through a program, provides students with a global network of contacts and references. Plus, instead of relying on others’ opinions, travelers establish perspective, confidence and conviction that make it easier to gain the respect of others.

4. Grit

Traveling away from the comfort of friends, family and familiar surroundings is tough. But doing it shows that a person is interested enough in the rest of the world, and confident enough to venture out and discover other parts of the world. This is a character trait that’s very appealing to colleges and employers.

5. Better academic performance

Research has shown that travel increases gains in academic content knowledge. Traveling while young, of course while fun, is also an important investment to enhance a student’s academic performance in the future.

6. Perspective

Unfamiliarity and separation from home are great incubators for thought. New experiences will question one’s preconceived ideas. This enriching experience challenges students to open their minds regarding food, friends, and basic needs.

7. Individuality

Travel provides experiences to define a person’s place and purpose and establishes lifelong values and priorities. Discovering a new place is also a chance to discover one’s self, without the usual influences of home.

8. Growth & Independence

While away from home and the ease of a regular support system, students have opportunities to see what they are capable of accomplishing by themselves. Traveling allows students to develop themselves in ways that can’t be achieved without stepping outside of their comfort zone.

9. Appreciation

Getting away from home is also a chance to allow a student to realize what they miss most. Experiencing another place and culture is an opportunity to appreciate what they already have and realize the importance of the little things that often go unnoticed.

10. New Friends

Cultural immersion through travel and service programs can also help break down language barriers and open new channels of lifelong communication. Exploring a new place opens doors to establish new friendships and relationships that never would have been acquired without traveling.

What we've done

2014- Barcelona and Madrid- 8 days- 15 Travelers (6 adults, 9 students) EF TOURS

Raised $39,000

2015- Costa Rica- 10 days- 9 Travelers (4 adults, 5 students) EF TOURS

Raised $24,000

2018- London, Paris and Rome- 10 days- 6 Travelers (4 adults, 2 students) EXPLORICA

Raised $12,000

2022- Barcelona, France and Italy- 10 days- 7 Travelers (4 adults, 3 students) EXPLORICA

Raised $1000

2023- Costa Rica- 9 days- 4 Travelers (3 adults, 1 student) EXPLORICA

2024- London, Paris, Amsterdam- 10 days- 7 Travelers (3 adults, 4 students) EXPLORICA

Raised $3000

TOTALS-

Adult Travelers- 24

Student Travelers- 24

Monies Raised- $79000

Where are we going next...

March 2026- Dominican Republic (8 days)

Student cost: $3363
Adult cost: $3803

July 2026- Dubai and Abu Dhabi (10 days)

Student cost: $4441
Adult cost: $4926

March 2027- NYC, Paris, London (11 days)

Student cost: $4233
Adult cost: $4763

July 2027- South Korea (9 Days)

Student Cost: $5329
Adult Cost: $5769

March 2028- Taste of France (11 days)

Student cost- $4152
Adult cost- $4682

March 2029- STEM: Greece, Italy, Sorrento (12 days)

Student cost- $4257
Adult cost- $4857

July 2029- Bangkok, Northern Thailand + Hua Hin (13 days)

Student cost- $4571
Adult cost- $5191

March 2030- EUROPEAN HIGHLIGHTS (15 Days)

6 Different Countries (Netherlands, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, France, England)
Student cost- $4760
Adult cost- $5400

July 2031- Costa Rica- Volunteer Trip (14 days)

5 half days of volunteering
Student cost- $3829
Adult cost- $4539

Adult is defined as anyone 23 or older at the time of the trip. Anyone can attend these trips from other schools or areas after having a meeting with Mr. Taillie beforehand. Parents, guardians or other relatives are all welcome. The more the merrier.

Possible Next Trips:

EUROPE

Taste of France (11 days)

Student cost- $4152
Adult cost- $4682

STEM: Greece, Italy (10 days)

Student cost- $3804
Adult cost- $4314

STEM: Greece, Italy, Sorrento (12 days)

Student cost- $4257
Adult cost- $4857

STEM: London, West Country (9 days)

Student cost- $3582
Adult cost- $4022

STEM: London, West Country, Paris (11 days)

Student cost- $4079
Adult cost- $4609

STEM: London, Paris (8 days)

Student cost- $3586
Adult cost- $3981

STEM: London, Paris, Amsterdam (10 days)

Student cost- $3992
Adult cost- $4477

STEM: Germany, France (9 days)

Student cost- $3523
Adult cost- $3963

Rome, Sicily (10 days)

Student cost- $3956
Adult cost- $4466

Best of Italy + Sorrento (11 days)

Student cost- $4042
Adult cost- $4572

Paris, Venice, Florence, Rome, Sorrento (11 days)

Student cost- $4411
Adult cost- $4941

Paris, Switzerland, Italy (13 days)

Student cost- $4418
Adult cost- $5038

Paris, Switzerland, Italy, Sorrento (15 days)

Student cost- $4798
Adult cost- $5508

Rome, Venice, Tuscany (9 Days)

Student cost- $3901
Adult cost- $4341

Best of France (15 days)

Student cost- $4412
Adult cost- $5122

Best of France (17 days)

Student cost- $4887
Adult cost- $5687

Best of Greece (9 days)

Student cost- $3401
Adult cost- $3841

Best of Greece + Cruise (12 days)

Student cost- $4385
Adult cost- $5080

Best of Ireland (9 days)

Student cost- $3607
Adult cost- $4047

Best of Ireland, London (11 days)

Student cost- $4443
Adult cost- $4943

ASIA

Bangkok, Northern Thailand (11 days)

Student cost- $4057
Adult cost- $4587

Bangkok, Northern Thailand + Hua Hin (13 days)

Student cost- $4387
Adult cost- $5007

Best of China (11 days)

Student cost- $4675
Adult cost- $5160

Japan Highlights (8 days)

Student cost- $4532
Adult cost- $4927

USA/North America

Civil Rights in America (Atlanta, Montgomery, Birmingham) (5 days) Bus Tour March or June/July

Student Cost: 15-19 travelers ($1387), 20-24 travelers ($1225), 25-29 travelers ($1123), 30-34 ($1053), 35-39 ($1002), 40-44 ($963), 45+ ($924)
Adult Cost: 15-19 travelers ($1612), 20-24 travelers ($1450), 25-29 travelers ($1348), 30-34 ($1278), 35-39 ($1227), 40-44 ($1188), 45+ ($1149)

Florida (6 Days) March or June/July

Student Cost: $2366
Adult Cost: $2536

Grand Canyon, Bryce and Zion National Park (6 Days) March or June/July

Student Cost: $2318
Adult Cost: $2633

Puerto Rico (6 Days) March or June/July

Student Cost: $2327
Adult Cost: $2597

Washington DC, Philadelphia, NYC (7 Days) March or June/July

Student Cost: $2218
Adult Cost: $2578

Philadelphia, Washington DC (5 Days) March or June/July

Student Cost: $1549
Adult Cost: $1771

Hawaii and Big Island (8 Days) March or June/July

Student Cost: $3416
Adult Cost: $3731

Hawaii (6 days) March or June/July

Student Cost: $2637
Adult Cost: $2862

San Antonio (3 Days) March or June/July

Student Cost: 15-19 travelers ($1149), 20-24 travelers ($1006), 25-29 travelers ($915), 30-34 ($853), 35-39 ($808), 40-44 ($773), 45+ ($736)
Adult Cost: 15-19 travelers ($1284), 20-24 travelers ($1141), 25-29 travelers ($1050), 30-34 ($988), 35-39 ($943), 40-44 ($918), 45+ ($871)

San Francisco (4 Days) March or June/July

Student Cost: $1740
Adult Cost: $1920

San Francisco, Los Angeles (8 days) March or June/July

Student Cost: $2855
Adult Cost: $3215

San Francisco, Los Angeles (6 days) March or June/July

Student Cost: $2296
Adult Cost: $2566

STEM: San Francisco, Los Angeles (8 days) March or June/July

Student Cost: $2565
Adult Cost: $2925

NYC, Paris, London (11 Days) March

Student Cost: $3517
Adult Cost: $4047

NYC, Paris (9 Days) March

Student Cost: $3114
Adult Cost: $3554

New Orleans (5 Days) Bus Tour

Student Cost: 15-19 travelers ($1702), 20-24 travelers ($1552), 25-29 travelers ($1457), 30-34 ($1342), 35-39 ($1345), 40-44 ($1309), 45+ ($1271)
Adult Cost: 15-19 travelers ($1927), 20-24 travelers ($1777), 25-29 travelers ($1682), 30-34 ($1617), 35-39 ($1570), 40-44 ($1534), 45+ ($1496)

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