TFT: Greece and Italy - Island Service and Italian Adventure

I absolutely loved this trip!! I got to make a real impact through hands-on community projects, all while exploring some of the most beautiful places in the world. For example, the clear blue waters and quiet villages of the Greek islands were absolutely unforgettable. What made it stand out was how immersive everything felt. Throughout the trip we really were learning, connecting, and contributing. The trip leaders were supportive, the group became like a family, and every day felt purposeful and exciting. It was the kind of experience that broadened my perspective, pushed me to grow, and left me with memories (and friendships) I know will last.

This was my first ever trip with a travel program for teens and i honestly had an amazing time. I got to see sights I've never seen before, experience a whole nother culture and make new best friends. During my trip we spent a week in Corfu Greece which was wonderful, we did our service there and connected with the locals on the island and the food was AMAZING. We also went to Italy which we saw such beautiful sights and got to swim in the ocean, having enjoyed a boat trip along the amalfi coast. Overall would totally go again!

My trip was a blissful experience, from the beautiful scenery to friendships that I built, I could never anticipated bonding so closely with the other travellers and leaders. We became like a little family together, we ate, laughed, learned, explored, and adventured together. From the water activities, to helping out the less fortunate, there were always opportunities to experience the finer things in life. Those memories I will hold close to my heart.

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This was not my first travel abroad program, but it was my first year traveling through TFT. This organization was by far the most coordinated and well-rounded company I have ever traveled with. The service felt meaningful and important, though I wish I could've done even more. While we were doing service, I was able to interact with the children at Smile of the Child, help to organize a clothing drive, and learn more about Grecian life from a local boys and girls cub. The accommodations chosen were exactly what I had hoped- small and "quaint" hotels (as opposed to a hotel chain or resort). The trip leaders were very organized, and I felt extremely comfortable talking to them about things ranging from hopes for the future and social scenes back home. This trip allowed me to really explore what it's like to go abroad in an independent way, and it also allowed me to check several things off of my fantasy bucket list. In Greece I had the opportunity to go scuba diving for the first time, swim in the Mediterranean, snorkel through caves, and so much more. In Italy I was able to see some of the most amazing historical sights, such as the Pantheon, the Colosseum, Piazza Navona, and more! I would definitely recommend this trip for anyone who wants to have a well-rounded trip. I was able to see the tourist sights, help local communities, and make some of the best friends in my life. TFT definitely follows their motto- be a traveler, not a tourist.

Honestly this was one of the best trips ever. Besides the amazing food, I made friends for life and got to put work into Italy’s community. I loved volunteering along with all the adventures we went on.

I went on this trip in 2018. It was my second tft trip and I had so much fun. I met great people, tasted so much food, and got to emerge myself in a super cool cultural experience that I would not be able to experience without tft.