Travel
Every Girl Scout deserves a chance to see the world! Whether you’re exploring your own neighborhood, going on an overnight camping trip, or flying across the globe—you’re always expanding your horizon with Girl Scouts.
NEW: Check out our travel partnership with Alaska Airlines to learn how your troop or group can save on your next travel adventure!
Extended Travel
If you are planning any extended travel (more than two nights), an Intent for Extended Travel form must be completed and emailed to travel@girlscoutsww.org (see timeline below). International travel should be submitted at least 12 months in advance.
- June–September travel: Intent for Extended Travel form due November 1
- October–December travel: Intent for Extended Travel form due June 1
- January–May travel: Intent for Extended Travel form due October 1
The Application for Extended Travel is step two of the travel application process. Applications are due on a rolling calendar based on your travel dates. Trips may be assigned alternate due dates at the discretion of the council program manager.
- June–September travel: final application due April 1
- October–December travel: final application due September 1
- January–May travel: final application due November 1
Travel applications for short trips (in-state and fewer than three nights) should be emailed to your service unit manager or volunteer support manager for approval at least one month prior to your date of travel.
Late or incomplete submissions of applications may result in delayed or cancelled trips.
Learn more about our council's safety guidelines regarding program activities.
Trips and Travel Progression
Volunteers without any travel experience probably aren't ready to shepherd a group of 12+ Girl Scouts through an airport. Likewise, not all Girl Scouts will approach travel with the same comfort level or ability to follow rules while away. Troop leaders, troop volunteers, and Girl Scouts must all start with small, local trips before working their way up to regional, national, or international travel.
Every group is different and has unique experiences, but there is a standard trip and travel progression for all Girl Scouts to follow. You can view Girl Scouts of the USA's Travel Progression Chart for a reference of this progression.
Please Note: Regional travel for Juniors is defined as travel to the following states: Washington, Oregon, California, and Idaho.
Travel Resources
From your first day trip to a multi-week trek through Peru, these handy checklists will help you fill out all the correct forms for your next Girl Scout getaway!
Travel Resources 
Travel FAQs for Individually Registered Members (IRMs)
NEW: Alaska Airlines Group Travel Discount
To continue encouraging Girl Scouts to expand their horizons and seek out travel adventures, we're thrilled to announce a new travel partnership with Alaska Airlines! This partnership will provide a discounted rate on group bookings of ten or more tickets beginning on March 1, 2024, for a two-year period.
Group Booking Information
Council Trips
Note: We are looking for one additional adult trip advisor for each of the following travel opportunities. These are not caregiver/Girl Scout trips, and caregivers of travelers will not be selected for these roles. Apply Now »
Australia and New Zealand - Summer 2025
Join Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts for a 13-day trip to New Zealand and Australia to see Kia Ora Auckland, Rotorua landmarks, Sydney landmarks, Cairns, and the Great Barrier Reef!
Travel meetings and money earning will take place in the northern counties (Snohomish and Skagit).
Cost: Approximately $5,900 per person. Includes all activities, lodging, airfare, and most meals.
This travel opportunity is open to Girl Scouts who will be entering grades 10 and up to graduating 12th graders at time of travel.
- Youth Application Form: Apply Now »
- Youth Reference Form: View Here »
Email newzealandaustralia25@gmail.com for more information!
Great Alaskan Adventure - Summer 2025
Join Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts for an amazing seven-day Alaskan adventure!
There will be quarterly opportunities for money earning, and participants will help plan the final itinerary of activities based in Fairbanks, Alaska. Monthly meetings will be in South Seattle.
Cost: $2,500 per person. Includes all activities, lodging, airfare, and meals.
Open to Girl Scouts that will be entering 10th grade up to graduating 12th graders at time of travel.
- Youth Application Form: Apply Now »
Email 41842gstroop@gmail.com for more information!
Questions About Travel? Need Help Planning a Trip?
The travel support team is a group of dedicated and experienced Girl Scout volunteer trip advisors. If you'd like to reach out to them to connect with a travel coach, just let us know!
Destinations
Girl Scout Destinations are the ultimate adventure for individual Girl Scouts ages 11 and older! Pack your bags full for life-changing experiences and make friends with other Girl Scout travel buddies from all over the country. Destinations Trip Options
Volunteer-Led Girl Scout Trips
Looking for more travel options? Volunteer-led trips offer a variety of opportunities for individual Girl Scouts. Planning for these trips is youth-led, so Girl Scouts can design their dream travel experience.
Are you interested in helping with a volunteer-led council-wide trip? Contact our travel team for more information.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to help you explore the world! Learn more about the Val Manuel Take Action Travelship.
