Our chamber views our Global Familiarization Trips as a way to assist in our transition to a global economy. For the most part, our destinations are important U.S. trading partners that people may not feel comfortable traveling to on their own. The vendors we select to provide these trips have expertise in designing itineraries that appeal to chamber members.
President Dwight Eisenhower considered global travel to be the passport to world peace. “I have long believed that peaceful relations between nations requires understanding and mutual respect between individuals,” he said. Our program is directed toward helping Americans understand the culture, customs, and history of other countries as one step toward bringing the people of the world closer together.
South Africa
November 1-11, 2022
South Africa is an exhilarating, spectacular, and complex country. This 11-day tour... Read MoreThe Music Man on Broadway
August 9-12, 2022
River City is headed to the Big Apple! The Chamber,... Read More
A Taste of Russia – CANCELLED
Spend 10 unforgettable days – from Moscow to St. Petersburg... Read MoreApril 23-May 3, 2020CancelledIncredible India
This 9-day tour of incredible India explores the three highlights of... Read MoreNovember 15-23, 2020CancelledDiscover Puerto Rico
February 9-15, 2020
While Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory, there is much to learn... Read More
Australia – New Zealand
October 29 - November 12, 2019
Journey down-under to Australia and explore the Great Barrier... Read MorePortugal & Spain
March 8-16, 2019
Discover the layers of culture and history on this amazing journey including... Read MoreSouth Africa
November 7-16, 2018
South Africa is an exhilarating, spectacular, and complex country. This 10-day tour... Read More
Japan – Frank Lloyd Wright, Fuji, and Fun!
August 23-September 3, 2018
The Chamber is headed to beautiful Japan in August! This 12-day... Read MoreGermany – Martin Luther Reformation Trip
March 13-21, 2018
Join the Chamber on an adventure to Germany in partnership with Mason... Read More
South Africa
November 8-17, 2017 - SOLD OUT
November 29-December 8, 2017 - SOLD OUT
South Africa is... Read More