Why should I choose Global Crossroad's Adventure Program?

In the last five years, nearly 6000 world-travelers chose Global Crossroad abroad programs; returning home with cross-cultural memories to last a lifetime. Below are just a few of the reasons why Global Crossroad's programs' have pleased customers time and time again:

Over five (5) years experience
Experienced and dedicated ground coordinators and local operators
A responsible, United States-based company
The best price AND value
No required local payments
Comprehensive Travel Insurance
Additional services: such as airport pick-up/reception and drop-off

Over 5 Years of Experience:
Global Crossroad has been running abroad adventure programs through our already-existing, international travel programs (i.e. Summer Escapes and Mini-Ventures). For the past five (5) years, Global Crossroad has had resounding success in merging volunteer vacations with adventure-based touring – offering meaningful, fulfilling travel experiences for our clients. We have an extensive history of running these programs in Nepal , India , Thailand , Tibet , China , Sri Lanka , Kenya , Tanzania , Ghana , Peru and Costa Rica – with nearly 6000 participants traveling abroad.

Experienced and dedicated ground coordinators and local operators:
Global Crossroad works with professional and experienced and well-established ground coordinators and local operators. Our operators and tour leaders are committed to and responsible for offering the highest quality travel programs in each of their respective countries. These in-country staff members are fluent English-speakers and are available to assist you and address any concerns you may have throughout the course of your chosen program. Past participants have praised the professional, helpful and friendly nature of these in-country staff members.

A responsible United States-based company:  
Choosing which company to travel through is an important and often difficult decision. There are numerous companies which offer adventure travel programs, but unfortunately, some companies do not provide the service that clients deserve. The advantage of joining a travel program through Global Crossroad is that you are traveling with an American-based company with in-country operators and tour leaders. This means that you are given the level of service you would expect in the U.S. and that you are supported before, during, and after your travel experience. Additionally, Global Crossroad is a member of the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and is proud to offer the highest quality services possible.

The best price AND value:
Global Crossroad offers these exciting travel programs at exceptionally fair prices. There are no hidden costs in our program fees. We cover most of your field expenses while still maintaining a fee which is significantly less than our competition. We offer the same services of our competition but at a price that competitors can never match. Global Crossroad maintains a reasonable profit to ensure that our prices are affordable for our volunteers. 

No local payment: 
Many travel companies charge an additional 10%-50% in the form of a local payment.  In essence, you are paying twice. With Global Crossroad's travel program, there are no local payments.  

Comprehensive Travel Insurance:
At Global Crossroad, the safety and health of our client is our primary concern. Recently, Global Crossroad teamed up with one of the best travel insurance providers in the market – offering comprehensive insurance coverage packages for all Global Crossroad participants. Whether traveling in the amazing plateau of Tibet, wandering around the base of Mount Everest or Kilimanjaro, venturing through the rural villages of Ghana or India, or maneuvering through the dense forests of Costa Rica, Ecuador, and Peru – you are protected. Now, with Global Crossroad's new and improved insurance, you can travel with a peace of mind in 27 wonderful countries – knowing that you are covered… AROUND the WORLD!!!

Summary of New Comprehensive Insurance

*this insurance does not cover helicopter or similar, airlift rescue operations

Airport pick-up/reception and drop-off:
Many tour operators do not offer airport pick-up and/or drop-off services. Global Crossroad offers both airport pick-up and drop-off services to its clients at minimum costs.