Where In The World - A Guide to Independent Group Travel This resource was originally compiled and edited, as a booklet, by Brenda Barron and Jane Veinot, Ontario Provincial International Committee members, in September, 2000. Sabrina Francescut, Candice Ellingson and Louise Goegan, are thanked for their dedicated work on updating this as an online resource in 2009.

Material may be reproduced freely for use within the Guiding Organization. Please acknowledge the source.

Click on the links below to read the sections of this resource. You can download a PDF copy, just click here. Be aware that the PDF copy does have graphics included.

Getting Started PDF
Using the Four W’s to Plan PDF
Laying the Ground Work PDF
Creating an Itinerary PDF
Presenting the Proposal to the Parents PDF
Finances & Fundraising PDF
Finalizing your Itinerary & Budget PDF
Last Minute Suggestions PDF
Suggestions for Specific Destinations PDF
While You are Away PDF
Coming Home PDF
Summary PDF

Appendix
Sample Proposed Budget for Independent Group Visits PDF / Word
Sample International Trip Application Form (Guider/Community use only) PDF / Word
Sample Letter to Parents PDF / Word
Sample Itinerary for a Trip to Germany and Switzerland PDF
Sample Itinerary for a Trip to England PDF
Resource Links PDF