Are you a veteran or active duty service member preparing to travel? This guide offers tips to help you navigate cultural differences and feel confident as you explore the world.
At EF Go Ahead Tours, we’re honored to travel with veterans and active military personnel. As with any aspect of identity, your background may shape your experience abroad in both subtle and meaningful ways. A little preparation can help you engage thoughtfully and make the most of every moment on tour.
Tips for veterans & active military travelers
- Learn about local perspectives: Attitudes toward military service can vary widely by country and are often shaped by history, culture, and current events. Understanding these views in advance can help you anticipate and navigate interactions.
- Prepare for conversations: Your service may come up in casual conversations. These can be great opportunities to build understanding – just approach them with openness and curiosity.
- Reflect on your experience: Exploring how other countries view the military might deepen your cultural awareness and lead to meaningful exchanges you didn't expect.
- Additional support on the road: Visit the USO or TSA’s Miliary and Veterans sites to learn more about support you can receive on the road.
We’re always here to support you. If you have any questions or would like to talk more about traveling as a veteran or service member, send us a message and a specialist will be in touch.
Next steps:
- Research how your destination views military service.
- Be mindful of how your background may shape your travel experience.
- Reach out to us with any questions before your tour