Bev in B'ville Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 My dd received an invitation (actually it was addressed to "The Parents of...") from the "People to People International" from the Senior Admissions Director. To me at first glance this smacks of junk mail, but, of course, my dd read it and became really excited thinking of all the places she might travel. So, my questions, O Great Hive Mind, are these: Is this organization real? And will it cost me an arm and a leg to do this if it is real? Anybody on the board had their child participate? Here's their website: http://www.studentambassadors.org Thanks in advance for any info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathleen in VA Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 Your link isn't working.:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathleen in VA Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 I'm an editor for a homeschool association and I remember an item in one of our newsletters about this but can't seem to find it. I did find a mention of it in our annual Homeschool Graduation program. When you get to the page I linked to click on the link. It is a pdf document that will open up on your desktop or your internet downloads. Go to page 15 and look at the entry for Edward Phillips, Jr. (Jay). It looks legit from the looks of this. In the meantime I will try to find the item that was mentioned in the newsletter as confirmation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathleen in VA Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 I found it. Here is the link. Scroll down to Item 2.7. http://www.heav.org/readmore/heavupdates/october022007/generalinterestitems.html HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bev in B'ville Posted July 28, 2008 Author Share Posted July 28, 2008 Your link isn't working.:) I think I corrected it. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moira in MA Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 The son of old friends of ours went on one of these trips while in Jr. High -- they live in Spokane where People to People International is located. They (and he) spoke very highly of the experience. HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 My niece just returned from a People to People trip to Australia--it was GREAT. Legit organization. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
threetreasurs Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 It is a real group - We knew a family that sent there kid and all were pleased with the experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThePurpleLady Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 My son just received the same letter last week. I did a quick google search using the organization's name followed by the word legitimate. I then threw the letter away. It sounds like nothing more than an expensive sight seeing tour, and if I really wanted that for my son, I think I could find a better deal. Just my thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kris in Wis Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 We've gotten these, along with numerous other prestigious looking invitations. Although I'm sure they provide "neat" experiences for the kids, they are a business designed to make money. If you're willing to pay the cost, go for it. But, trust me, they're not as exclusive as they sound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lolly Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 Agreeing with the above. All 3 of my girls have gotten these invites the last couple of years. I have no idea where they get their names. It is legit. It is expensive. It is a moneymaker for someone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bev in B'ville Posted July 29, 2008 Author Share Posted July 29, 2008 I'm considering it, but leaning against it. Anybody who advertises great trips with no other details (e.g. $$$$) is already shady. My dd still wants more info so I've had her email them. If they reply, great, we can make an informed decision. If not, then I'm not going to their "invitational" at some hotel. It sounds like one of those 'come stay at our new timeshares free and listen to our sales pitch' kind of things. Thanks again ladies for your replies. I knew some of you would be familiar with this organization. I just wish I knew where they were getting my dd's name and address. I wonder is SAT organization sales their info to people other than colleges/universities? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
threetreasurs Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 :eek:The price is quite high. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LizzyBee Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 My niece went to Australia with People to People about 15 years ago. It was a great trip and it was educational. And yes, it was expensive, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrscopterdoc Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 It is legit. But very expensive. My daughter was selected because her soccer coach recommeded her. It sounded wonderful....and we know kids who have gone....but she was only 12 and parents are not allowed to go EVEN on their own dime. Sorry but my kiddo is not going halfway around the world without me at age 12. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcconnellboys Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 We just got an invitation for next summer, too. I know a girl who went to St. Petersburg last year and LOVED it. Her mother speaks very highly of the experience. We're going to at least attend the event and listen to those who have been involved with it. (My son has always wanted to go to Australia and New Zealand, next year's destinations, so it's very interesting to us all!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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