Italy Study Trip for Teens (12+)
Halloween Break 2026
A Cultural Exchange Programme by the Libera Schola Foundation.
A unique experience to learn, explore, and grow together.
Welcome!
This page is for families located in Ireland
who would like to take part in a teen study trip in Milan,
Lake Como and Bergamo, next October.
Travel Dates:
26 October – 30 October 2026
The trip is part of our Foundation's
European Cultural Exchange Program,
Libera Schola is a non-profit organization that supports young people
through meaningful educational experiences.
Interested in this project?
Host an Italian Student in Leitrim
this summer and receive a discount!
Hosting is simple, safe, and fully supported by our team.
Message us on WhatsApp to learn more.
This Experience Matters!
When young people step into a new environment, even for just a few days, something important happens: they begin to see the world and themselves with new eyes.
They discover a world beyond their own.
Visiting another country helps teens understand different cultures, ways of living, and perspectives. It opens their minds and encourages curiosity.
They grow in confidence and communication.
Being in a new setting, supported, but away from their usual routines, helps teens become more
independent. They practise expressing themselves, meeting new people, and navigating unfamiliar places with our guidance.
They form new friendships.
Spending time with peers from another country creates genuine, lasting connections. These shared experiences often become memories they carry with them for years.
They feel supported throughout the journey.
Our team stays close to the group every step of the way.
Teens are
accompanied,
encouraged, and
cared for, leaving them free to
enjoy the experience with confidence.
Overview of the
Trip to Italy
Our study trip will take place during the Halloween
Mid-Term Break 2026 and includes visiting
three beautiful locations in Northern Italy.
- Milan:
A vibrant, modern city filled with art, fashion, cafés, and stunning architecture.
- Lake Como:
One of Italy’s most breathtaking lakes — scenic villages, mountain views, and peaceful walks.
- Bergamo:
A historic hilltop city with medieval streets, panoramic views, and a warm Italian atmosphere.
Travel Dates:
26 October – 30 October 2026
Cost all included: 1000 euro
(discounts available)
Hosting in Leitrim
Open Your Home. Open the World.
By hosting one of our Italian teens for four nights in July, your family becomes part of a meaningful international exchange — and your own teenager is rewarded with an exclusive opportunity.
As a thank-you, we offer a
10% discount for
your teen to join our
Italy Study Abroad Experience during the Halloween break.
Travel Dates: 26 October – 30 October 2026
Age Group: 12–16 years
Cost: €1,000 – all inclusive
Includes flights, transport, accommodation, activities, and supervision.
Hosting Rewards
Host 1 Italian teen → 10% discount
Host 2 Italian teens → 15% discount
Hosting Dates: 20-24 July 2026
Ideal Hosting Areas
Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim Village, Drumshanbo, Mohill, Ballinamore, Gorvagh, Fenagh, Drumsna, and surrounding communities.
A few days of hosting can turn into a lifetime of memories!
Book NOW this life changing experience!
Flights and transportation included!
What Hosting Really Means
Hosting is a beautiful act of generosity, and we take it seriously. We are not looking for families who simply “provide a room.” We are looking for families who can offer a kind, warm, and genuinely welcoming environment where a young person feels safe and included.
Hosting does not mean entertaining the student all day, our staff will take care of the programme. Yet we care that our students can experience genuine family life: a chat at dinner, a peaceful place to relax, and the feeling of being welcomed into your home.
If your home is a place where young people feel comfortable and cared for, you are exactly the kind of family we would love to partner with.
Hosting period: 20 - 24 July 2026
Message us on WhatsApp to learn more.
Meet the Organizer
Erika Di Martino is an Italian-born educator and mother of five children aged 10 to 20. She has worked in the education field for over 20 years, designing and organising learning experiences and activities for children and young people across different ages and backgrounds.
She currently lives in Gorvagh, County Leitrim, where she has developed a deep connection with Ireland, its people, and its strong sense of community. Erika brings together her Italian cultural roots and her lived experience in Ireland to create educational projects that value curiosity, personal growth, and meaningful human connection.
As both a parent and an educator, she is known for her practical approach, reliability, and long-standing commitment to supporting families and young people through education that is thoughtful, inclusive, and rooted in real life.
Testimonials
“I never imagined even the youngest would join in with such enthusiasm. We all learned something — and it happened naturally, while having fun.”
This experience was truly good for us as a family. Away from daily routines, we rediscovered the joy of being together and learning from one another.”
“He had an intense and meaningful experience, learning through hands-on, engaging activities. He came back more curious, more involved, and with a renewed desire to learn.”
