Trick or Truth? is an Erasmus+ Youth Exchange in Pesaro, Italy, from 14 to 22 December 2026. It brings together 36 young people from Italy, Serbia, Tรผrkiye, Romania and Poland to explore greenwashing, sustainability and critical thinking. The infopack mentions no participation fee, meals are provided and travel is reimbursed up to a set budget. There is no fixed deadline, so apply as soon as possible. At Youth Works Hub, we read the call and the full infopack, and this guide puts every detail in one place.
What Is Trick or Truth?
It is a youth exchange about how to tell real environmental action from misleading "green" claims. Through non-formal education, practical workshops, teamwork and real-life examples, participants learn how to:
๐ต๏ธ Recognise misleading environmental claims
โ Verify information
๐ท๏ธ Understand labels and certifications
๐ฃ Communicate sustainability more responsibly
If you are new to the format, our guide explains what an Erasmus+ Youth Exchange is and how a typical one works.
Social Media, Algorithms and Green Messages
The project also focuses on digital media literacy. It explores how social media, algorithms, advertising and influencers can shape the way "green" messages are perceived. Along the way, participants strengthen their communication, teamwork, creativity, leadership and intercultural competences.
What You Will Create
During the exchange, participants create reusable outputs:
๐ Infographics
๐ฌ Short videos
๐ Educational content
๐ Practical checklists
The overall aim is to empower young people to become more informed, responsible and active European citizens, able to question information, ask for evidence and promote more transparent and sustainable choices in their communities.
A Welcome for First-Timers and Young People with Fewer Opportunities
Special attention is given to first-time Erasmus+ participants and young people with fewer opportunities, creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment. No previous Erasmus+ experience is required. Our guide on inclusion support in Erasmus+ and ESC explains the extra help that exists for young people facing barriers.
Working Methods
๐ ๏ธ Non-formal education and learning by doing
๐งฉ Interactive workshops and team-building activities
๐ฃ๏ธ Group discussions, debates and simulations
๐ป Creative challenges and digital fact-checking
๐ Intercultural learning and peer-to-peer activities
๐ฑ Social media campaigns, teamwork and outdoor activities
Participants Profile
๐ Young people aged 18-25 from Italy, Poland, Romania, Serbia and Tรผrkiye
๐ Interested in sustainability, environmental awareness, greenwashing and social media
๐ Motivated to learn, share experiences and take part actively in intercultural activities
๐ No previous Erasmus+ experience is required
๐ค Open-minded, respectful and willing to work in international teams
โ๏ธ The project welcomes young people with fewer opportunities and promotes equal participation
Each country sends 6 participants plus 1 group leader.
Profile of the Group Leader
Group leaders are expected to be youth workers or trainers with experience in youth work.
๐ Age: at least 18 years old, with no upper age limit
๐งญ Role: supporting and guiding their national group before, during and after the exchange
๐ฃ๏ธ English: able to communicate effectively in English and cooperate with international partners
๐ Care: supporting participants' well-being, inclusion, safety and active participation
๐งณ Logistics: helping with travel arrangements, group activities, daily communication and conflict resolution
๐ Follow-up: contributing to evaluation, dissemination and follow-up activities
The Ideal Participant
The organisers describe the ideal participant in seven points:
๐ก Curious and engaged: you do not need to be an expert in the topic, but you should come with interest and a desire to explore it with others
๐ฅ Willing to be part of a group: ready to work, share and live in a group setting, join all activities, respect common spaces and contribute to a positive, cooperative environment
๐ Respectful and open-minded: you will meet people from different countries and cultural backgrounds, so being respectful, inclusive and adaptable to different habits, beliefs and lifestyles is key
๐ Motivated to learn and contribute: take part actively, whether by leading a small activity, sharing experience or simply being an attentive and supportive presence
๐ Flexible and adaptable: plans may change, conditions may vary, and you may face new experiences such as different foods, shared rooms or limited Wi-Fi
๐ Responsible and present: be on time, attend all sessions and take your role in the group seriously
๐ Positive and encouraging: a kind word, a clap of appreciation or a smile can make a big difference
A Final Note from the Organisers
If you feel curious, even a little nervous, but eager to grow and connect, you are probably the perfect fit. But if you are looking for a cheap vacation, are not truly interested in the topic, or do not want to be part of a shared group process, this might not be the right experience for you.
Partner Organisations and Travel Budget
The travel budget is a maximum amount per person, covering the round trip:
๐ฎ๐น Italy: Solidarity Waves, 90 โฌ
๐ท๐ด Romania: Asociatia Bridge To Unity, 309 โฌ
๐ต๐ฑ Poland: Instytut Przeciwdziaลania Chorobom Cywilizacyjnym, 309 โฌ
๐ท๐ธ Serbia: Nautilus, 309 โฌ
๐น๐ท Tรผrkiye: Youth development energy and environment association, 309 โฌ
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Accommodation at Hotel Perticari
Participants stay at Hotel Perticari in Pesaro, which offers all the main services needed for a comfortable stay, and there is direct access to the beach.
๐ถ Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
๐๏ธ 24-hour reception, luggage storage and express check-in/check-out
๐ด On-site restaurant and meeting/common spaces for group activities
๐ก๏ธ Rooms: heating and air conditioning, private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries, flat-screen TV, minibar and safety deposit box
๐ญ Non-smoking rooms and an elevator
๐งบ Laundry and dry-cleaning on request, plus vending machines inside the hotel
Food
During the activity, participants get three meals per day and two coffee breaks, served at Hotel Perticari Pesaro. The infopack lists "fast", vegetarian, vegan and food allergy options. To see how a grant is built, read our guide on what Erasmus+ pays for in a youth project.
Arrival and Departure Rules
๐ Arrival: participants must arrive at the venue between 16:00 and 21:00 on the official arrival day
๐ซ Early departure: leaving the project early to catch a flight or bus is not permitted
๐ซ Tickets: book your travel tickets in line with the official project dates
Around the Hotel
Hotel Perticari is in a central area of Pesaro, with most essential services within walking distance:
๐ Supermarket and pharmacy: about 500 m from the hotel
๐ Laundry service: about 300 m away
๐ง ATMs and banks: in the nearby city centre
๐๏ธ Pesaro city centre: about 800 m from the hotel
๐ Pesaro Train Station: about 1.6 km away
How to Reach the Venue from Bologna Airport (Recommended)
Bologna Airport (BLQ) is generally the most convenient option for international participants because of its larger number of flight connections.
๐ Step 1, Bologna Airport to Bologna Centrale: take the Marconi Express directly to Bologna Centrale Railway Station. The journey takes about 7 minutes, and the service normally runs from 05:40 until midnight
๐ Step 2, Bologna Centrale to Pesaro: take a train towards the Adriatic coast. Many trains towards Rimini / Ancona / Pescara / Lecce stop in Pesaro, with direct journeys of about 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes
๐ถ Step 3, Pesaro Station to Hotel Perticari: the hotel is at Viale Zara 67, about 1.6 km from the station, and can be reached on foot if you travel light
From Ancona Airport
Ancona Airport (AOI) is much closer to Pesaro and can be very convenient if suitable flights are available.
๐ถ Step 1: the station Castelferretti-Falconara Aeroporto is directly in front of the terminal, about 3 minutes on foot
๐ Step 2: take a regional train to Falconara Marittima, then change and continue north to Pesaro. There is normally no direct airport-to-Pesaro train, and the rail journey takes about 1 hour, depending on the connection
๐จ Step 3: from Pesaro Railway Station, walk about 1.6 km to the hotel
From Rimini Airport
Rimini Federico Fellini Airport (RMI) is geographically the closest airport, about 36 km from Hotel Perticari, and a good option when convenient flights are available.
๐ Step 1: use local public transport or a taxi to reach Rimini Railway Station
๐ Step 2: take a southbound train towards Ancona / Pescara / Lecce and get off at Pesaro. Direct regional trains take around 30 minutes
๐จ Step 3: the hotel is about 1.6 km from Pesaro Railway Station
Travel Tips from the Organisers
โ๏ธ Bologna (BLQ) is strongly recommended as the main arrival airport; Ancona (AOI) is also very convenient when suitable flights exist; Rimini (RMI) is the closest but may have fewer flight connections
โฑ๏ธ Check train connections before buying flights, and leave enough time between your flight arrival and the train departure
๐ December schedules may change, so always check the latest connections on Trenitalia before travelling
Travel Reimbursement Rules
According to Erasmus+ rules, travel costs are reimbursed based on actual expenses, up to the budget limit set per participant:
โฌ๏ธ If you spend less than the limit, you are reimbursed only what you actually paid
โฌ๏ธ If you spend more than the limit, you are reimbursed only up to the maximum budget, and any amount above the limit is your own expense
๐ Check your travel cost limit carefully before buying tickets
โ Approval first: before booking, contact your sending organisation to get approval for your travel plan
๐บ๏ธ Agree the route: once selected, get in touch with the project contact person to agree on the travel route
๐ถ Cheapest option: choose the most economical way to reach the venue; the organisers strongly recommend Skyscanner to search for the cheapest routes
Our guide on how Erasmus+ travel reimbursement works explains the distance bands behind these budgets.
Tickets and Reimbursements
๐ข Travel agencies: booking through a travel agency is not allowed; booking through Kiwi.com or similar websites is fine
๐๏ธ Fares: only basic fares are suitable for reimbursement (you can add priority later in the reservation)
๐งณ Stored luggage is not reimbursable
๐ธ Physical tickets: a good picture or scan is enough
๐งพ Keep every document: original physical tickets, boarding passes, invoices, booking confirmations or bills with the ticket price. Documentation is obligatory for reimbursement
๐ Both directions: buy all tickets for both directions before the mobility (plane, train, bus etc.), because only real expenses are reimbursed
๐ Taxi: travel costs by taxi cannot be refunded
๐ Distance: expenses are compensated up to 100%, based on actual costs and the distance from your place of residence to the project, calculated with the distance calculator supported by the European Commission
๐ฆ Who gets the money: reimbursement is sent only to the sending organisation (or a group leader), who passes it on to participants
โ Missing tickets cannot be reimbursed
๐ฑ Other currencies: tickets bought in a currency other than euros are converted using the exchange rates on the official European Commission website
๐ Route: participants must travel from the country of the sending organisation, and back
Dissemination Activities Before Reimbursement
Reimbursement is made only after you complete two dissemination activities, designed to give the project visibility and inspire other young people to join Erasmus+:
๐ฒ Social media post: post on your personal social media, tag the hosting organisation and share a meaningful moment from the project
๐ซ Peer meeting: take part in or organise an in-person or online meeting with your peers (for example at a university, youth centre, school or local group) to present your experience, at least one meeting per national team
Intercultural Night
Each national team takes part in an intercultural evening. Please bring:
๐ง Some typical food or drinks from your country (non-perishable or easy to carry)
๐ถ A small presentation or activity that represents your culture: songs, dances, games, stories or traditional objects
What to Bring
The programme includes outdoor sessions, group activities and intercultural moments, so come prepared:
๐งฅ A light jacket or hoodie for cooler evenings
๐ Comfortable shoes for walking and physical activities
๐งด Basic toiletries: soap, shampoo, toothbrush etc.
๐ป At least one laptop per national team for digital tasks and presentations
๐ Valid ID card or passport (check the expiry date)
๐ฅ European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), if applicable
๐ฉฑ Swimsuit, sunscreen and a beach towel if you want to enjoy the beach (towels from the accommodation must not be used at the beach)
๐ Comfortable clothes for warm weather and outdoor activities
Preparation and Contacts
The contact person who will guide you through your travel preparation is Andrea Denaro, reachable by email, Facebook or WhatsApp. You can also follow Solidarity Waves on Instagram to learn more about the organisation's activities. All contact details are in the links section below.
How to Apply
Read the infopack first, then fill in the online application form. The host organisation selects the participants. As there is no fixed deadline, apply as soon as possible. Our guide on how to spot a real Erasmus+ or ESC project explains the no-fee rule, and you can find more projects like this in our Erasmus+ listings on Youth Works Hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply to Trick or Truth?
Young people aged 18-25 who live in Tรผrkiye, Italy, Romania, Poland or Serbia. Each country sends 6 participants and 1 group leader, who must be at least 18 with no upper age limit.
When and where is the exchange?
It takes place from 14 to 22 December 2026 in Pesaro, Italy, at Hotel Perticari, which has direct access to the beach. Arrival at the venue is between 16:00 and 21:00 on the official arrival day.
Do I need previous Erasmus+ experience?
No. No previous Erasmus+ experience is required, and the project gives special attention to first-time participants and young people with fewer opportunities.
Is there a participation fee?
The infopack mentions no participation fee. Participants get three meals a day and two coffee breaks, and travel is reimbursed up to the budget for their country.
How much travel budget do I get?
The maximum round-trip budget is 309 โฌ for Romania, Poland, Serbia and Tรผrkiye, and 90 โฌ for Italy. You are reimbursed for real expenses up to that limit, and the money is sent to your sending organisation or group leader.
What must I do before I am reimbursed?
You must post about the project on your social media, tagging the hosting organisation, and take part in or organise a meeting with your peers to share your experience, at least one per national team.
Which airport should I fly to?
Bologna (BLQ) is recommended because it has the most connections. Ancona (AOI) is closer and convenient, and Rimini (RMI) is the closest but has fewer flights.
Can I leave the project early?
No. Early departure to catch a flight or bus is not permitted, so book your tickets in line with the official project dates.
Are taxis or checked luggage reimbursed?
No. Taxi costs cannot be refunded and stored luggage is not reimbursable. Only basic fares are covered.
Project Snapshot
๐ Type: Erasmus+ Youth Exchange
๐ Location: Hotel Perticari, Pesaro, Italy
๐๏ธ Activity Dates: 14-22 December 2026 (arrival at the venue between 16:00 and 21:00 on the official arrival day)
๐ Countries: Tรผrkiye, Italy, Romania, Poland, Serbia
๐ Age: 18-25 (group leaders at least 18, no upper age limit)
Deadline
โณ As soon as possible!
Links
๐ Application form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdnaEZS636L463TnTYbrSGjhwGcx_LysdyFP1rcttx-XBIlrw/viewform
๐ Infopack: https://canva.link/oj2its4p2ytx65z
๐จ Hotel Perticari: https://perticari.hotelpesaro.org/it/
โ๏ธ Skyscanner: https://www.skyscanner.com
๐ฑ European Commission exchange rates: https://ec.europa.eu/budget/graphs/inforeuro.html
๐ธ Solidarity Waves on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/solidaritywaves/
๐ง Contact person (Andrea Denaro): andreadenaroj@gmail.com
๐ค Andrea Denaro on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andrea.denaro.3517
๐ฌ WhatsApp (Andrea Denaro): +393348065791
