FAIR TRADE

RETAILING

CROATIA

Students gain real-world experience of setting up US-based fair trade shops with Croatian artists and designers. They’ll start the tour learning about ethical production with eco-friendly materials, before heading to Zagreb to engage in workshops with local artisans. Working on marketing, pricing and emphasizing the pieces themselves, students will bring back various artifacts to sell within their school’s local co-op.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Embroidery and motifs workshop

• Daytrip to UNESCO World Heritage site - Plitvice Lakes National Parl

• Day with eco-friendly panel - Linens, leather and lacework.

• Workshops with Local Artisans and Designers

• Tour of Textile and Apparel Companies

COST

The average cost of the trip is $4250. This includes, but not limited to; airfare, lodging, breakfast, welcome dinner, workshop and tour fees and transportation between cities.