Our Mission
Learning beyond the classroom
We are committed to igniting a passion for lifelong learning, enabling learners to see beyond the classroom and to discover the world — and themselves — in new ways. We help our students grow as people by developing independence, problem-solving skills, worldliness, and maturity. We help our participants grow as citizens by building compassion, initiative, connections, and perspectives that set them up for future success.
Programs for Everyone
We have programs for learners at every stage, including K-12 and university students, and every interest, from the rising soccer star to the first chair violinist.
K-12 Teacher-Led Programs
Our teacher-led programs bring lessons to life beyond the classroom. We offer a wide variety of educational travel tours for students of all ages, with itineraries tailored to fit your needs.
K-12 Student Programs
It's important for students to explore their passions beyond the classroom. Our individual programs help them test-drive future careers while building personal, academic, and professional skills with their peers.
Higher Education Programs
Our programs offer individual exploration and faculty-led educational tours. Through study abroad, service learning, internships, and research, students gain real-world skill and grow as part of a global community.
Measuring Our Impact
There’s a reason seasoned educators, coaches, and administrators trust WorldStrides to create unforgettable experiences for their students.
10.5 million
lives transformed
55+
years of experience
40+
countries with on-the-ground support
Our Values
Our values aren’t just words, we live by them.
One Team, Elevated Standards
We act as one team with integrity, respect, transparency, and inclusion.
Doing the Right Thing, Every Time
We do the right thing to deliver exceptional results.
Learning is the Point
We build education and learning into everything we do.
People and Communities First
We care for our people and our communities.
What Our Travelers Say
“Our tour was nothing short of amazing. The hotels were awesome, the food varied and authentic, the itinerary and guide were beyond top-notch. Great value; total safety at every moment. Exemplary communication at every stage of planning. I would never take my students and families out of the country with any other company.” –Paige M., 2024 educator
Our Story
It all began in 1964…
We were founded by Phil Wendel, a social studies teacher who witnessed firsthand the impact of immersive educational travel on his class. We’ve been chasing that electric feeling ever since.
Our Leadership Team
Providing safe, once-in-a-lifetime educational travel experiences is our passion. Meet our enthusiastic team of senior leaders working to create life changing moments for generations of students.
Go Beyond the Classroom
Talk to us about how WorldStrides can help you bring learning to life.