LEARN ABOUT WHAT OUR FIRST STAMP ADVENTURERS have explored in past trips below and stay tuned for updates on upcoming itineraries.
“TRAVELING HAS SHIFTED MY PERSPECTIVE. I found meaning behind the saying ‘it’s about the journey, not the destination,’ and realized my biggest moments of growth happened during the little moments.”
— Megan S., TX, Summer 2024 First Stamp Participant
ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
Learn more about some of the incredible stops First Stamp has made during our previous trips below.
ORIENTATION
All of our First Stamp trips begin with an on-site experience at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas. Our group meets in person for the first time and prepares for the full First Stamp experience.
LONDON
In London, the group toured Windsor Castle and Trafalgar Square. We also watched Wicked the Musical and visited Big Ben, the Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, and the British Museum.
OXFORD, SHAKESPEARE
We explored the University of Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon. We experienced the English countryside, toured iconic Stonehenge, and visited the birthplace of William Shakespeare. We even saw one of the Bard’s plays at the renowned Globe Theatre back in London.
PARIS
In Paris we explored the Champs Elysees, saw the City of Lights from the top of the Eiffel Tower, and visited the Jardin des Tuileries. We’re especially grateful to American Friends of the Louvre for hosting us during our private tour of the Louvre!
Ireland
In Ireland we enjoyed a boat tour from from Howth Harbour to Howth Cliffs & Ireland’s Eye and visited the Parliament, Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin Castle, and more. We also were amazed at the Cliffs of Moher and got to appreciate Irish dance during the anniversary production of “Riverdance 30: The New Generation at Gaiety Theatre”.
ROME
In Rome we visited incredible places like the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, St. Peter’s Square, the Vatican Museums, and the Catacombs. We also met with UN staff, visited the American Academy in Rome, and enjoyed a Pasta cooking class.
