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First-Time Traveler Scholarship 2025

The best way to learn about the world is to experience it, and we believe everyone deserves that opportunity. Which is why for the fourth year, we’re giving you the opportunity to turn your travel dreams into reality.

You’re eligible if you are...

  • a first-time international traveler*
  • 18–35 years old
  • curious about the world and eager to share your experiences

*A First-Time Traveler is someone with limited to no experience traveling abroad. So if you’ve got big travel dreams, but don’t have the resources to make it happen—due to financial constraints, commitments in your daily life, or any other reasons—we want to help.

Apply by May 24

Fill out the application form with some basic information about yourself.

Record a video (two min. max) or write an essay (500 words max) explaining why you deserve this scholarship, where you'd go, and what it would mean to you.

Self-high five! Then just wait until we announce the winner. It could be you.