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Founder / Managing Director
Ken Kovalchik
Promoting international travel for both adults and youths holds immense importance to me. For adults, it offers a chance to break away from routine, gain new perspectives, and embrace personal growth through exposure to different cultures. For youths, it's a transformative experience that nurtures open-mindedness and adaptability, shaping them into global citizens who appreciate diversity. Such travel fosters empathy, cultural awareness, and a broader worldview, ultimately contributing to a more interconnected and harmonious world. I am humbled to be able to create unforgettable adventures for you and accompany your group on your journey of a lifetime
Chief Operating Officer
Troy Newman
My parents introduced to me a world far different from my own with initial trips to Canada and Mexico, and later to Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Italy. I discovered a love for languages and a desire to learn world history, other country’s customs and try the traditional foods in their culture. My travels as a retired Federal Air Marshal only built upon my respect, knowledge and experience of other countries. My whole goal is to stimulate the minds of today’s youth, corporate interests and faith groups with experiential and meaningful travel by introducing them to a big, wide world. The biggest joy in my life is taking on and sharing new experiences and adventures with family and friends.
Chief Theologist /
Middle Eastern Affairs
C. Michael Levelle
International travel is important because of its ability to expand our understanding of the connections that all of humanity shares. My life has been enriched by my many encounters with those of different cultures. I have a desire to lead people from a one-dimensional world to one of three dimensions. Please join me as we journey the world together.
Senior International Global
Travel Host
John Farabee
Safe Travels Global Group is comprised of retired professionals committed to serving adult and youth groups in every aspect of international travel. Even though many of us will spend our lives in the same country, state or city where we grew up, we all live in a globalized world. International travel provides lifelong personal benefits for all ages. For the youth of today, international travel develops personal growth. It is a form of learning, a way to meet other people, connect with other cultures, and an excellent avenue for career development and worldly knowledge. The global world has no barriers. We all benefit from getting out of our comfort zone by exploring new places, making new friends, understanding cultural norms and values.
Personnel and Strategic Planner
Joseph Bushaw
During my upbringing in New York State, I had the privilege of interacting with various cultures and nationalities, including Irish, Italian, Polish, and German acquaintances, among others. Despite our diverse heritages, we were all being raised as Americans, and as time passed, some of the nuances of our respective origins became less prominent. It was through my travels abroad that I was exposed to novel perspectives, lifestyles, and modes of thinking. This experience significantly contributed to the cultivation of a more open-minded and globally-oriented perspective, particularly concerning cultural customs and traditions.
Senior International
Global Travel Host
David Thompson
International travel opened my eyes, mind and heart to things I would have never seen by just traveling the U.S. A world full of very different customs, cultures, food, drink, art, and natural wonders. Truly an educational experience that you just can’t get from books or movies. I highly recommend international travel to anyone who has the ability to do so. In today’s world, I cannot think of a better way to travel than with the extra layer of security and service provided by the highly trained and friendly staff of Safe Travels Global Group. Having a Global Travel Host accompany you or your group will give you the peace of mind that will allow you to thoroughly enjoy the world.
