Kimberly Haley-Coleman and Globe Aware: Making Travel a Force for Good

The most meaningful legacy we leave behind isn’t measured by the stamps in our passport—it’s found in the compassion we share and the lasting difference we make in the communities we visit.

Travel has an incredible power to shift our perspective. But when we transition from traditional tourism to intentional, community-led service, our journeys become much more than a vacation. They become catalysts for global connection.

In this inspiring episode of Speaking of Travel, host Marilyn Ball sits down with Kimberly Haley-Coleman, Founder and Executive Director of Globe Aware, to explore how purposeful travel can change lives—both abroad and at home.

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Volunteer Review: Experiencing the Real Africa on the Hwange Game Count & Victoria Falls

The Real Africa: A Father-Daughter Journey Through Hwange National Park and Victoria Falls
When looking for a truly meaningful travel experience, the difference between lounging at a resort and actively participating in local conservation and community work is night and day.

In this heartfelt volunteer review, returning volunteer Jeffrey shares his experience on his recent Globe Aware trip to Zimbabwe alongside his daughter. From spending two immersive days working at a local school to participating in the annual Hwange National Park Game Count-complete with unforgettable up-close elephant encounters-Jeffrey details what it truly means to experience “The Real Africa.”

Read on for his firsthand account of the journey, including his stay at Victoria Falls!

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Don’t Let These Airport Scams Happen To You! Globe Aware Podcast

Travel is back in full swing, but so are the clever tactics used by scammers targeting unsuspecting tourists in airports around the world. In a recent episode of the Globe Aware Adventures in Service podcast, host and intern Pei dives into the hidden risks travelers face before even leaving the terminal. From rogue Wi-Fi connections to deceptive exchange counters, the episode highlights why fatigue and unfamiliar surroundings leave even seasoned jetsetters vulnerable-and how smart awareness keeps your trip on track.

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Travel with Purpose Podcast – Global Giving: How Globe Aware Is Redefining Volunteer Vacations

Imagine combining the thrill of international adventure with the fulfillment of making a tangible difference in the world. That is the driving mission behind Globe Aware, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to developing short-term volunteer vacations across more than 25 countries.

In a recent podcast episode-S45 E01: Travel with Purpose-host Global Giving sits down with Kimberly Haley-Coleman, Founder and Executive Director of Globe Aware, to discuss how travel can become a powerful force for good.

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The Ultimate Family Volunteer Vacation Experience: 7 Days in Nueva Ecija, Philippines with Globe Aware

Are you looking for a unique family volunteering experience… say, in the Philippines? Read about a volunteer, Jenny Trusa’s week-long volunteer experience in Nueva Ecija with her family. From renovating classrooms and baking Filipino bread to cooking traditional meals at a local children’s home, here is her day-by-day reflection on how voluntourism with kids transformed her perspective on gratitude, community, and connection.

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