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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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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