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Travel For Teens is a program provider that believes that teen travel should be both enriching and fun. TFT offers a full range of travel experiences that teens can choose from to create their own ideal international experience. TFT's motto is "Travelers not Tourists," and our itineraries are designed to reflect this. While participants have the opportunity to visit mainstream attractions, TFT also provides insider opportunities and experiences, giving them the opportunity to explore the culture beyond the tourist perspective. If you are looking for a summer travel program that goes beyond the typical tourist path than Travel For Teens may be the perfect fit!

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Sophia LippmanUnited States · October 2026
From: Travel For Teens: Ultimate Europe (21 Days)

Rome travels

In rome me and my roomates had so much fun! We all hung out in eachothers room and talked about ourselves. It was exteremly helpful while meeting new people. I really enjoyed shopping in rome as well and getting to explore all over. There was a lot of indepence and I really enjoyed that part of the trip.

Emma GoldbergUnited States · October 2026
From: TFT: Hawaii Sea Trurtle Service and Adventure

The best trip ever!!

I had the most amazing time on the Hawaii Sea Turtle trip!! I met my best friends and went on so many exhilarating adventures. I ate the best food and learned so much about the culture and the sea life!

Emma GoldbergUnited States · October 2026
5.0
From: TFT: Hawaii Sea Trurtle Service and Adventure

The best trip ever!!

I had the most amazing time on the Hawaii Sea Turtle trip!! I met my best friends and went on so many exhilarating adventures. I ate the best food and learned so much about the culture and the sea life!

Emma GoldbergUnited States · October 2026
5.0
From: TFT: Hawaii Sea Trurtle Service and Adventure

The best trip ever!!

I had the most amazing time on the Hawaii Sea Turtle trip!! I met my best friends and went on so many exhilarating adventures. I ate the best food and learned so much about the culture and the sea life!

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Torrance MajorsUnited States · October 2026
From: Travel For Teens: Costa Rica Surf and Service

Best Experience Ever!

My Costa Rica Surf and Service trip with Travel for Teens was an unforgettable experience! Throughout the trip, we had the opportunity to give back to the local community by volunteering at a school, planting, and participating in a beach cleanup. We also got to experience so many amazing adventures, including ziplining, hiking, and surfing. One of my favorite parts was how much I improved at surfing throughout the trip. It was so rewarding to see my progress and gain confidence in the water! On top of everything, we tried so much delicious local food and got to experience Costa Rica's culture in such a fun and meaningful way. This trip made me fall in love with traveling with Travel for Teens, and I am already signed up for a Greece and Italy Service trip that I am so excited for! I can't wait to explore new places, meet new people, give back to different communities, and make even more unforgettable memories. My Costa Rica trip was such an incredible experience, and I would recommend Travel for Teens to anyone looking for an adventure that combines service, culture, and fun!

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Arianna McCarthyUnited States · October 2026
From: TFT Older Teens: London, Paris, French Riviera & Barcelona

Best trip ever!

This past summer I went on Travel for Teen’s London, Paris, French Riviera, and Barcelona trip! I went with around 14 other teens who were all super nice!! On this trip we participated in fun activities like a bike tour of Paris, the beach, shopping, climbing the Eiffel Tower, visiting a perfume factory and more. We also had some freedom to choose what we would like to do and had free time on our own within safe perimeters. The locations we ate at had a variety of food options and we also visited different restaurants that offered a variety of cuisines like Indian and traditional English food! It was so much fun!

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Anja EckelhoffUnited States · October 2026
From: Travel For Teens: Croatia Island Hopping

An incredibly unique and fun experience

The Croatia island hopping trip for travel for teens was incredible! I loved spending a week living on the boat. Not only did it bring everyone to get supper close it also allowed us to go to so many different islands. It was amazing to have slow morons on the boat but in the afternoon or evening being able to explore a new town I learned so much.

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Lyla OmanUnited States · October 2026
From: TFT Older Teens: Florence, Cinque Terre, Switzerland & Paris

This trip was so much fun!!

This trip was such a good experience! Everyday we would have a group activity and we would also get free time which was nice because we got to explore around each city. All of the accommodations were really nice and clean. The meals were very flexible and the restaurants were nice and had some good variety. Overall I’d say this trip was amazing and if you’re considering going you should!

Lyla OmanUnited States · October 2026
From: TFT Older Teens: Florence, Cinque Terre, Switzerland & Paris

This trip was so much fun!!

This trip was such a good experience! Everyday we would have a group activity and we would also get free time which was nice because we got to explore around each city. All of the accommodations were really nice and clean. The meals were very flexible and the restaurants were nice and had some good variety. Overall I’d say this trip was amazing and if you’re considering going you should!

Evan CroninUnited States · October 2026
From: TFT for Older Teens: Greece and Italy

My Mamma Mia Summer

The summer of 2026 was my first time adventuring abroad through Travel For Teens. I really enjoyed my counselor’s enthusiasm upon arrival. Meeting new people my age from different parts of the world is always so awkward or silent at first, but getting to know them as the days go by makes me realize how fun it is to get to know others. My Greece and Italy trip was so fun. I played Mamma Mia music because I was in Greece and everybody joined in which is so cool. I got to see so much history, and the views were incredible. I really enjoyed my time and that’s why I’ll be going to another country using Travel For Teens!

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Andrew MendelsonUnited States · October 2026
From: TFT: USA for Younger Teens: Hawaii and California

I had the time of my life!!

From when I first started the trip everyone was so helpful I got off and on flights easily and we made it to maui from then on the community was great the staff and friends I made along the way I have to say In my group of people we never got into fights and we did all the excursions together no matter the groups even if one of my closets friends were in them and when I had trouble with my roomate in california the counslers were so nice and they helped me get my own room and fixed my problemes resulting in one of the best trips of my life

Maggie MacleanUnited Kingdom · October 2026
From: TFT for Older Teens: Amsterdam, Munich, Swiss Alps & Venice

AMAZING TIME!

I had a life changing trip. I met so many friends that I am still friends with now two years later. I learned so much about the countries I went to and how to navigate internal travel in Europe. Seeing different cities and cultures broaden my horizons of the world and what I want to do in life.

Isla JonesUnited States · October 2026
From: TFT: Greece and Italy - Island Service and Italian Adventure

Best summer trip!!!

I had the time of my life and made so many new connections and friendships that I will cherish for life!! The volunteer opportunities were incredible! It was so cool being able to help out the local community and get to learn more about the way of living there.

Claire OemigUnited States · October 2026
From: TFT for Older Teens: Greece Island Hopping

Life altering!!

not only did go to Greece last summer for the first time, but i traveled alone for the first time too!! not only did TFT allow me to have a comfortable fun experience, but they also made opportunities for me to make some of the best friends ive ever had, to enjoy cultural experiences i would've otherwise never experienced, as well as feel safe and welcomed enough to be brave enough to experience the country to its fullest!

paisley knisleyUnited States · October 2026
From: TFT for Older Teens: Spain and Portugal

Best Program ever!

TFT is an amazing way to meet new people and get outside your comfort zone! You get to explore a country or multiple countries of tour choice with completely random people who will turn into great friends! TFT offers dance classes, cooking lessons, food tastings, boat rides, scuba diving, kayakimg and so much more!

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Hayley KrauseUnited States · October 2026
From: Travel For Teens: Italy, Spain and France

The BEST Experience for High Schoolers!

I was on the Italy, Switzerland, and France TFT trip the summer before my junior year, and it was the best experience. It was such a good blend of destinations, from Italian beaches, Swiss Mountains, and city life in Paris. The trip was filled with fun excursions such as paragliding, canyoning, and hiking, but also gave kids enough down time to be able to walk around towns or relax on the beach. As someone who is adventurous and has always loved to explore, this trip was perfect as TFT made time for exploring the local culture and daily life of the places we visited. Seeing the leather market in Firenze and eating local Parisian food was so much fun and also allowed me time to talk to locals about their home country. The staff of TFT were incredible and they always made sure everyone was happy with the trip through consistent check-ins, asking if there was anything else we needed or wanted to do to make our trip even better. If you have a kid who is adventurous and wants experience being more independent before college, I highly recommend TFT trips.

Lucy RainwaterUnited States · October 2026
From: Travel For Teens: Italy, Spain and France

Best Summer Experience!!

When going into a trip abroad, young and without your family, this trip truly strengthens you through the trust you can have in your counselor. I will forever cherish this trip for the strength it gave me. I have made many of my best friends through these trips.

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Livi Buhler-LiebermanUnited States · October 2026
From: TFT Older Teens: Florence, Cinque Terre, Switzerland & Paris

Best way to spend summer!

I have done other teen tours but nothing compared to Travel for Teens. Starting with both of my chaperones (Noah and Claudia), they were genuinely amazing, the sweetest, coolest, and “older sibling” energy. Then, the places we went: My favorite was Switzerland so beautiful and between canyoning and paragliding COULD NOT have asked for anything better. Italy was beautiful and Paris was so much fun. All of the other students on my trip were great, after a couple hours together we all clicked. I came into the trip on my own and left with 15 new friends. I know my parents really appreciated the daily updates from my trip leaders and the pictures they would send. I felt super safe and comfortable the entire time. I would 110% recommend going on a trip with TFT!

Ananya SarafUnited States · October 2026
From: Travel For Teens: Berlin, Paris and London

Best Trip Ever!

This trip was honestly so fun. I went with my friend, but I went alone the year before to Greece and Italy and had no problem making friends. I’d say it’s important to remember to be open to meeting new people of you’re thinking of going with a friend. I had the best time ever! Our counselor was the sweetest, and the itinerary is great. Easy to feel supported in the environment, and we even went to a spooky exhibition that wasn’t on the itinerary! Totally recommend

Annalise BevilleUnited States · October 2026
From: Travel For Teens: Costa Rica Surf and Service

My Costa Rica Service Experience

My experience with Travel for Teens was truly amazing. I went on my first TFT trip this past summer to Costa Rica, and I had the best time. It let me step outside my comfort zone, try new things, and meet new people. We also had the chance to do service work, which let us give back to local families and make a positive impact. I experienced a new culture and made lifelong memories. I would highly recommend TFT to anyone looking for an experience that combines travel, service, meeting new people, and having lots of adventures.

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Olivia Haan 2018

Olivia Haan 2018

Participated in 2018

Alumni

Olivia is a second-year student at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls studying Biomedical and Neuroscience. She is originally from Minneapolis, M...

I have been abroad a few times now but I was very drawn to China based on its history and culture. I have been to Thailand before but wanted to explore more of Asia! 

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Kseniya Klyuchka

Kseniya Klyuchka

Participated in 2018

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Kseniya is originally from Ukraine but has lived in the United States for almost 10 years. In a few months she will be a senior in high school and hop...

What inspired me to go abroad was a chance to travel alone and experience personal growth. I also really wanted to travel somewhere where I could be immersed in the culture and try their amazing food. 

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Evelina Ogro

Evelina Ogro

Participated in 2018

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Evelina is a high school student from Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. So far, she has been to Poland, Germany, Canada, and Italy. She is now fluent in Poli...

Both of my parents are from Europe, so I’ve always had a desire to see Europe, but no one my age to go with. 

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Savannah Petrelli

Savannah Petrelli

Participated in 2016

Alumni

Savannah is a junior in high school. She has been to Iceland, England, Italy, France, Scotland, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, and Mexico. Savannah believes...

Ever since I was young, I had an urge to travel. I believe that everyone should have the opportunity to travel in their lifetime. Being able to see another country and immerse yourself in the culture is an experience you can’t learn in a classroom or anywhere else. Experiencing other cultures helps us to see the world from a new perspective and have more appreciation for different ways of life.

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Sofia Casale

Sofia Casale

Participated in 2017

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I've always had a passion for traveling and dreamed about going overseas. Last winter I was planning out my summer and stumbled upon TFT and immediately knew that I wanted to spend my summer traveling with them.

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Ashley Allen

Ashley Allen

Participated in 2017

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Ashley Allen grew up in the Midwest where she gained an addiction to outdoor adventure from time spent camping and hiking. Ashley studies internationa...

Ultimately my love for adventure, cultural exploration, and stories. I wanted to experience life abroad before I went to university that would allow me to experience different cultures, to challenge what I held as my core beliefs, and what I wanted my life to look like as an emerging adult.

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Nataleena Daily

Nataleena Daily

Participated in 2017

Alumni

Nataleena Daily is from Coquille, Oregon. She has been a world traveler since she first went to Austria when she was 13. Nataleena has been to London,...

When I was younger I had gone overseas to Europe and really enjoyed being immersed in a different culture and meeting new people which inspired me to take travel into my own hands and find programs to gain a few miles on my soul, and volunteering to to make a positive impact on the world was an added bonus I got with my programs. My trip last year to Costa Rica only made me want to go out and experience, see, and do more with my life.  So traveling this Summer seemed like almost a requirement.

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Olivia Haan 2017

Olivia Haan 2017

Participated in 2017

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Olivia Haan is a first year college student studying biomedical and genetics. She enjoys playing soccer and petting other people’s dogs, while plannin...

I have always loved traveling and learning about new people and cultures. I have traveled with this company before and had an amazing experience so when I heard about the program to Thailand to work with elephants, I couldn't pass it up.

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Natalie Finfer

Natalie Finfer

Participated in 2017

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Jaden Nogee

Jaden Nogee

Participated in 2016

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Jamie Simonson

Jamie Simonson

Participated in 2015

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Jamie currently in high school. He was inspired to go abroad by his love for the French language, food, and travel. Jamie's life is forever changed an...

My love for French and my desire to do something with my summer that will positively impact my life. I wanted to expand my worldview while also having an awesome summer, and I wanted to take French classes in France.

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Kate Kosmicki

Kate Kosmicki

Participated in 2016

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Kate is a ninth grader from Charlotte, North Carolina. She had traveled to Europe (Scotland and Ireland) once before her trip to Italy with Travel For...

I was inspired to go abroad by the food and the chance to experience new things. I really wanted to try new food. I love trying new foods wherever I go and going abroad is a great way to try different and authentic food. Also, traveling abroad gives you the chance to experience things and see things you never would imagine. I was amazed by some of the places we saw, like the Duomo and the Vatican. If you have the chance to travel abroad, take it!

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Toby Irwin

Toby Irwin

Participated in 2016

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Toby was born in North England, but lived his whole life in Scotland. He briefly studied at the University of Edinburgh. Now on his gap year, he can’t...

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Travel For Teens is a program provider that believes that teen travel should be both enriching and fun. TFT offers a full range of travel experiences that teens can choose from to create their own ideal international experience. TFT's motto is "Travelers not Tourists," and our itineraries are designed to reflect this. While participants have the opportunity to visit mainstream attractions, TFT also provides insider opportunities and experiences, giving them the opportunity to explore the culture beyond the tourist perspective. If you are looking for a summer travel program that goes beyond the typical tourist path than Travel For Teens may be the perfect fit!

Recognitions & Awards

Awards and accreditations earned by this provider

GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2025 - Adventure Travel
Top Rated Provider 2023 - High School Abroad
Top Rated Notable Mentions 2022
Top Rated Organization 2021 - High School Abroad
Top Rated Organization 2019 - High School Abroad
GoAbroad Top Rated Organizations 2018 (Notable Mention)
Notable Mention - GoAbroad Top Rated High School Abroad Providers 2024
GoAbroad Top Youth Travel Program 2017

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