This past June, Girl Scouts in western Pennsylvania jetted off to London and Paris!
The girls and volunteers started their adventure in London where they hopped aboard the iconic London Eye ferris wheel.
They made sure to visit other iconic sites including Buckingham Palace, the Tower Bridge, and Big Ben.
While in London, they caught sight of the King of England as he drove by! “Seeing King Charles III, was a total fluke, but really the coolest thing. We can’t stop talking about it,” said mom and Cadette troop leader, Emily Goossen.
The group then learned to orienteer the city on the London Underground, also known as The Tube.
Another highlight from the London leg of the trip was visiting Pax Lodge World Center for Girl Guides and Girl Scouts where they participated in a pinning ceremony. They not only met Girl Guides from around the world working at the WAGGGS Center but they also met troops from Michigan, Oklahoma, and New Brunswick!
After London, the girls and volunteers took on Paris! Of course, there was time for a photo op at the Eiffel Tower.
Girls were able to paint some impressionist paintings while the Eiffel Tower was in view.
Meanwhile, others ventured off to the Harry Potter exhibit.
They even went to the Perfume Factory.
And had a guided tour of Versailles.
They made sure to visit the Louvre Museum.
While in Paris, they also visited Notre-Dame and Montmartre.
“I really enjoyed the trip,” said Cadette, Elaine G. I wish it would have been longer. It was an amazing trip and I’d love to do something like that again.”
When asked what advice she would give other Girl Scouts and volunteers about traveling, Elaine’s mom and troop leader, Emily, said, “Do it! It is so exciting, so interesting, [and] so unique to have these experiences, especially at a young age. It will open your eyes to new cultures, new cuisines, [and] new sights, sounds, [and] smells, and it’s all magical. I would travel with Girl Scouts every summer if I could.
Are you ready to experience London and Paris? Our council is planning another trip in 2025! Learn more at our virtual information session on Wednesday, Sept. 13. Ready to book your spot? Register today!
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