Let WorldStrides Plan Your ASSE Exchange Student Tours
Attention ASSE Students! Join other students on one of our ASSE Exchange Student Tours from across the country. Choose either the California, Hawaii, New York, or Southwest National Parks. You do not want to miss out on this once in a lifetime experience!
Hawaii Adventure
Jan. 13 - 19, 2027 | Feb. 10 - 16, 2027
Deadline to Register: Oct. 21, 2026 | Nov. 12, 2026
Balance Due: Nov. 14, 2026 | Dec. 12, 2026
California Adventure
Jan. 27 - Feb. 2, 2027 | Mar. 10 - 16, 2027
Deadline to Register: Oct. 29, 2026 | Dec. 10, 2026
Balance Due: Nov. 28, 2026 | Jan. 9, 2027
New York City Adventure
Mar. 25 - 28, 2027
Deadline to Register: Dec. 14, 2026
Balance Due: Jan. 24, 2027
Southwest National Parks
Apr. 21 - 27, 2027
Deadline to Register: Dec. 12, 2026
Balance Due: Feb. 20, 2027
How To Register
Note: Attendance on our trips requires approval from the school, host family, natural parents, and the local area ASSE representative of each traveler. Failure to obtain approval from all of the above mentioned parities risks the student being removed from the trip by ASSE.
Students are also restricted to attend no more than two trips.
Step 1: Read and research the destination options available above. Be sure to coordinate with your host family to be sure that they are available to take you to and from the airport.
Step 2: Click on the “Register” button under the trip of your choice. This will take you to our booking engine where you can complete the registration process. Please take note of your Traveler ID Number.
Step 3: Select your departure airport. Confirm that your departure airport is correct prior to selecting your flight. If you do not see your preferred airport listed, please contact us and we can add it to the list.
Note: We have the option of Traveler Refund Protection (TRP) with all of our trips. To be eligible for this travel protection, you must pay the TRP cost with your initial deposit and/or within 7 days of your initial registration with this trip. See below for more details or feel free to call for questions.
Note: If you did not receive a confirmation notification after you have registered,
please contact guest services at (800) 553-4723 to confirm. Please do not register a second time.
Step 4: After you have completed your registration, log in to your account to confirm your registration or to make a future payment. To log into your account, click on the "Account Login" button below.
Note: When you first log in, leave the password area blank and you will be prompted to set a password on the next step.
Step 5: Download and complete the Participant Release Agreement within 7 days of completing your registration. Important: Please rename this document to your LASTNAME_FIRSTNAME_DESTINATION_DEPARTURE DATE. Email your completed “Participant Release Agreement” form to enrichment@worldstrides.com.
It’s that simple. We look forward to seeing you in 2027!
Trip Refund Protection (TRP) Plan
During registration, you will have the opportunity to purchase our optional Trip Refund Protection (TRP) Plan. If you elect to purchase the optional TRP Plan, the standard cancellation policy is as follows:
Within 24 hours following our receipt of your registration deposit payment, you may cancel your STP program and receive a full refund. If you, your Program Leader, the group/school, or the School’s Administration, need to cancel beyond the initial 24-hour grace period, for any reason and up to 5 days (60 hrs.) prior to your scheduled travel date (Air Flight Inclusive Travel Programs), the Trip Refund Protection (TRP) Plan will reimburse you for 100% of the amounts you’ve paid, minus the TRP enrollment fee paid and minus your initial trip deposit (plus, where applicable, other Non-Refundable Fees you may have incurred).
For additional information regarding TRP, please refer to our Term and Conditions.
All Trips Include The Following
- Airline flight coordination from your hometown*
- Daily tours/activities
- Hotel accommodation
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Deluxe charter bus transport
- Professional tour manager
- $7,500 maximum for a covered accident; $1,500 maximum for medical and hospital expense for a covered illness; and $750 maximum for dental expenses involving sound, natural teeth.
- 24 hour / 365 day WorldAssist Team to assist travelers
Enrollment is available on a first come first registered basis. Late enrollments may be accepted if space is still available. Late fees may apply.
*Note: Airfare is not included in the cost of your Exchange Program Tour Package. Upon registration, we will provide an estimated round-trip airfare based on your selected departure city. This estimated airfare will be added to the cost of your Tour Package. Before selecting your flight, please confirm that your departure airport is correct. If your preferred airport is not listed, contact us so we can assist you and add it if appropriate. Please also coordinate with your host family to ensure they are available to provide transportation to and from the airport. We will always work to secure the best available airfare that meets the requirements of your trip. Because students travel from locations throughout North America, flights must meet specific arrival and departure times based on scheduled activities and ground transportation. As a result, we may not always be able to use the lowest fare displayed online. Airfare estimates are provided as a guide and are subject to change until ticketed. Once your flights are finalized:
- If the actual airfare is less than the estimated amount, you will receive a refund for the difference.
- If the actual airfare is higher than the estimate, you will be responsible for the difference. If the fare exceeds the estimate by more than $50 USD, we will contact you for approval before ticketing and charging the additional amount.
- Airfare includes applicable taxes and airport fees, but does not include airline baggage fees or potential unaccompanied minor fees.
- Fares may be highly restricted and are generally non-refundable once ticketed.
If you move or need to change your departure airport, please notify us immediately and provide your updated contact information. If your airline ticket has already been issued, you will be responsible for any applicable airline change fees and fare differences.
For questions or assistance with your departure airport or airfare estimate, please contact our travel planner at (800) 553-4723.
All activities subject to change and/or availability.
Payment Schedule
Your adventure may be paid in two payments but must be paid in full prior to the deadline date. Initial deposit is non-refundable. Payments will be accepted in US Dollars only. Payments may be forwarded by bank check or money order and also by Visa or Mastercard. Below is our requested payment schedule:
Any participant not paid in full by 60 days prior to your departure date will be subject to late fees. Space is limited and sold on a first come first served basis.
Airline flight costs are not included in the package price but will be added to each person’s trip. Airline flights are arranged by our air booking department and are booked at the lowest cost plus a booking fee that meets our arrival and departure criteria.
Student Code of Conduct
The WorldStrides program you have elected to attend offers many unique opportunities and experiences. Each program is designed to provide an enriched educational experience as well as opportunities to form new friendships. WorldStrides believes that learning best takes place in a safe environment. All participants are expected to demonstrate high standards of conduct, exhibit responsible judgement, and treat others with dignity and respect. It is the responsibility of each participant to be engaged and help make the program a positive and enjoyable experience for all.
If a participant violates any of these rules, they may be dismissed from the program at the sole discretion of the Program Leader and Chaperones. In the case of a dismissal the participant will be sent home at their expense (or the expense of the parent/guardian if participant is a minor) without a refund.
Minimum / Maximum Participation
Each coach can carry a maximum of 50 youth participants and 2 adult ASSE Staff. WorldStrides requires a minimum of 30 paid participants per coach. If there are less than 30 paid participants per coach, the trip may be cancelled. A full refund will be made to all participants if the trip is canceled due to lack of participation.
Fundraising
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Contact Us Today!
WorldStrides - Specialty Travel Programs
enrichment@worldstrides.com
Or call us at (800) 553-4723