Travel Agreement

Behavior
While traveling as a PTPI Student Travel Programs participant, you represent your country, community, and travel group, as well as yourself, prior to
and during your travels. This travel agreement is intended to ensure that every travelers participation is rewarding and safe. This is your commitment
to follow these standards to make sure that everyone has a great and safe travel adventure. All travelers must review and sign this agreement on the
last page and return it to your travel leader. For participants 18 years of age and younger, you need to review and discuss this travel agreement with
your parents, both you and your parents will need to sign on the last page and return it to your leader.

Traveling with a Group

You will be departing soon for your trip and experiencing different cultures along the way. This can be a very fun and exciting time; however, there are
a few things you will need to do to help the travel group run smoothly.

Be on time.

Be respectful of others time.

Follow the cellphone guidelines.

Use electronic devices only when approved.

Be respectful of other members of the travel group and their property.

Code of Conduct
You were chosen as a PTPI Student Travel Programs for many reasons, including your leadership skills and sense of responsibility. By demonstrating
proper behavior and following the code of conduct, you will be successful and appreciated. We have provided the following conduct guidelines:
Always:

Always be professional and respectful in all interactions.

Always avoid public displays of affection.
Always be a good listener and not distracting to those around you.

Never:

Never tease or bully others.

Never verbally, physically, or sexually harass or abuse anyone.

Never participate in body piercing, hair coloring, or tattooing.

Never steal items from businesses, fellow travelers, leaders, travel managers, motor-coach drivers, or anyone else.

Never post threatening, harassing, or otherwise damaging or inappropriate comments, pictures, video links, or files on social media sites.

Never engage in sexual activity.

Never threaten self-harm or harm to others.

If problems arise, you should always ask for assistance from your leader first. Never try to handle difficult situations or problems without your leaders
help.

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Safety
Safety is our number-one priority and a key component in the success of your program. Please remember that your leaders are responsible for you and your fellow travelers during the program. This means that they will establish guidelines and make decisions on behalf of the travel group. Following the rules in this contract and the
directions of your leaders and travel manager will help you to stay safe and enjoy the program to its fullest extent.

Always:

Use the buddy system.

Cross streets and highways with caution, as traffic patterns vary from country to country.

Swim with a companion and with proper supervision.

Use caution when hiking, biking, or climbing.

Obey curfews.

Know what to do if you become separated from your travel group.

Never:

Never wander away from the travel group or travel alone.

Never purchase or possess knives, lighters, swords, guns, or weapons of any kind, regardless of whether such items appear real or decorative.

Never threaten violence or act out in a violent manner.

Never operate a motorized vehicle of any type during the program, including, but not limited to, cars, mopeds, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, jet
skis, and boats.

Never ride in private aircraft.

Never participate in hang-gliding, bungee jumping, sky diving, or parasailing.

Personal Presentation
How you present yourself can make a difference in how you feel and act and in how you are perceived by others. PTPI Student Travel Programs participant are expected to portray a positive image to every person they meet. In keeping with these high standards, PTPI Student Travel Programs participant are required to dress for success.
One important part of your appearance is your lanyard provided to you prior to travel. It is a means of identification and a method of entry into certain activities. All participants must wear it at all times unless told to take it off by your leader.
Suggested daily wear:

Comfortable yet presentable clothing.

T-shirts, polo shirts, or tank tops.

Cotton slacks or walking shorts. These items are lightweight and are easier to pack and launder than denim jeans.

Jeans (no holes or tears) are acceptable for most activities; however, they may be heavy, bulky, and not dry as quickly.

Comfortable walking shoes.

Suggested wear for meetings with officials, special dinners, and concerts:

Slacks and shirts (ties optional) for boys.

Dresses or skirts/slacks and nice shirts for girls.

Special coverings or clothing may be required to enter certain buildings.

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If you are dressed inappropriately for any given situation, your leaders will ask you to change. All travelers must comply with this request and quickly
find something more appropriate to wear.
There is more to your presentation than simply the clothing you choose. You will also want to keep the following guidelines in mind:

Shower regularly.

Use appropriate toiletries.

Launder clothing.

Remove visible piercings when requested by leaders or travel managers.

Do not curse or use vulgar or inappropriate gestures. These differ from country to country, so remember that what is inoffensive to you may
be very rude to your hosts.

Laws in Foreign Countries

The following is an excerpt from an official Department of State document warning college students about the hazards of drugs and the risk of arrest
while abroad.
Americans are expected to obey all of the laws of the countries they visit, and those who break these laws sometimes face severe penalties. Each year,
more than 2,500 American citizens are arrested abroadabout half on narcotics charges, including possession of very small amounts of illegal substances.
A number of countries have enacted more stringent drug laws, which impose mandatory jail sentences for individuals convicted of possessing even
small amounts of narcotics for personal use.

Once you leave the United States, U.S. laws and constitutional rights do not apply.

If youre arrested, the American consular officer CANNOT get you out.

Bail is not granted in many countries when drugs are involved.

The burden of proof in many countries is on the accused to prove his/her innocence.

In some countries, evidence obtained illegally by local authorities may be admissible in court.

Few countries offer drug offenders jury trials or require the prisoners presence at his/her trial.

Many countries have mandatory prison sentences of seven years or more without parole for drug violations.

Substance Policy
PTPI Student Travel Programs upholds a strict policy for drug and alcohol use. If any traveler is found violating any of the following guidelines, it will be
considered a major offense:
Under no circumstance is any participant permitted to obtain, purchase, possess, sell, or use drugs during any portion of the program, regardless
of host country policies.
Smoking is not allowed for any traveler.
All participants may not purchase, sell, or consume alcoholic beverages at any time. Graciously decline any alcohol offered by hosts; they will not
be offended.
Penalties may apply if you try to bring alcohol through customs, as most students are not of legal age.
Any traveler who violates the drug and alcohol policy may be immediately dismissed from Program. Any expenses related to violating this policy, including, but not limited to, removal from activities, separate accommodations, an early dismissal, the cost of a round-trip ticket for the leader or chaperone accompanying a student traveler, will be the responsibility of the students parents or guardians. Any traveler who violates the drug and alcohol
policy will not be permitted to travel as a PTPI Student Travel Programs in the future.

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Consequences
Depending on the severity of an infraction, consequences will vary. Some examples of consequences are listed below:

Verbal warning.

Loss of free time, including being confined to your room for an evening or restricted from a social function .

Calling parents at the expense of the student to report behavior.

Documenting behavior.

Shadowing a leader.

Writing an apology letter.

For serious or chronic misbehavior, participants may be dismissed from the program and/or returned home at their or their parents/
guardians expense. This expense may include the cost of a round-trip ticket for a leader or chaperone to accompany students home.

Removal of inappropriate posts from social media sites.

This list does not imply a progression of consequences. If a very serious or dangerous infraction occurs, the participant involved may be sent home
immediately at his or her expense (or the expense of the parent) even if it is the first violation. PTPI travelers have a long history of exemplary behavior. We trust your behavior will bring honor to the program, to your community, and to your family.
Review and submit the signed contract to your leader. Please keep a copy of this contract for your records.

Minor offense

Moderate offense

Major offense

I will receive a verbal warning.

My leader, or a member of the

program office, will telephone my parents to
discuss the incident and possible consequences. I
may need to write letters to the program office
and the offended parties (hotel, etc.) if appropriate.

I will be placed on the next flight home,

at my parents expense.

Participant Travel Agreement

I, _____________________________________________, understand that in becoming a PTPI Student Travel Programs participant, I am representing a program that offers a unique and enjoyable educational travel experience, an opportunity for personal growth and development, and a
long PTPI tradition of working to further international friendship and understanding.
As a PTPI Student Traveler programs participant, my actions reflect not only on me, but on my travel group, my family, and my country as well. To
that purpose, I will be mindful of my actions, manners, speech, and conduct with others. I understand I am extending goodwill, friendship, courtesy, and respect to whomever I meet, and sharing the best of who we are as American citizens.
I accept the supervision and discipline of my leaders, who have been carefully appointed by People to People International Student
Travel Programs to ensure a safe and rewarding learning experience for all travelers.
I have read and I understand the accompanying Travel Agreement. I understand that these guidelines are necessary for my safety, security,
and general welfare and those of my fellow travelers. If I purposefully fail to follow those agreed-upon guidelines, I agree that I am responsible for the stated consequences of my actions (above).

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Traveler signature

date

Parental agreement for travelers 18 years and younger

We (I) have read the Travel Agreement and agree that our (my) son/daughter will be governed by these policies.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

signature of parent or guardian

date

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