Today, we catch up with executive director Kimberly Haley-Coleman, who just returned from a Globe Aware trip in Zimbabwe. Kimberly experienced our Game Count program, an amazing opportunity you’ll hear all about during this podcast — a more conversational account about our Zimbabwe program than our previous Zimbabwe podcasts. Kimberly will tell you about her personal memories of the trip, and we hope that you’ll get a more specific image of what to expect if you’re thinking about participating. 0:00 – Kimberly introduces the Game Count Program. 2:24 Kimberly details into safety measures. 7:00 – Some of Kimberly’s favorite experiences with animals. 11:49 – Packing recommendations. 19:58 – What’s the weather like during the game count? 22:53 – Some Kimberly-special stories.
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A Glance at the Globe Aware Galápagos Experience – Globe Aware Adventures in Service
Today, Globe Aware Executive Director Kimberly Haley-Coleman and I are traveling to the Galapagos islands off the coast of Ecuador. We’ll tell you a little bit about the history of the Galapagos, glance at our program, and detail what being in the country is like.
Peeking at the Globe Aware Galapagos Experience
Today, Globe Aware Executive Director Kimberly Haley-Coleman and I are traveling to the Galapagos islands off the coast of Ecuador. We’ll tell you a little bit about the history of the Galapagos, glance at our program, and detail what being in the country is like.
Exploring Your Trip to Nepal with Sikha Naik – Globe Aware Adventures in Service
Listen to this episode from Globe Aware Adventures in Service on Spotify. Globe Aware Administrator and Social Media Manager Sikha Naik speaks about Nepal! 1:23 – Sikha introduces both of our programs. 2:28 – A glance at the accommodations. 3:59 Sikha walks through some things to remember about Nepalese culture and about being in a monastery. 8:54 – Sikha’s packing essentials. 11:00 – Sikha details Nepalese cuisine. 13:06 – Arrival and pickup. 14:10 – Meet Rahul, our program coordinator! 15:29 – A word about electricity and backup batteries. 16:37 – Some leisure activities to look out for in Nepal. 18:42 – Sikha goes a little more in-depth about the monastery program.
A Glance at a Our India Experience with Sikha Naik
1:08 – Globe Aware Social Media Manager and Administrator Sikha Naik talks about what to expect from our program in Jaipur. 4:24 – Sikha goes over some cultural aspects of Jaipur, including a must-try Indian dish. 7:55 – What to expect from the climate in Jaipur. 8:58 – Some leisure activities to try out. 11:07 – Sikha’s packing essentials. 12:27 – A glance at accommodations. 13:22 – Arriving to Jaipur. 15:01 – Safety and security in Jaipur. 16:00 – Some of Sikha’s favorite memories from the Jaipur trip.
Planning Your Experience in the Philippines
4:16 – Globe Aware Executive Director Kimberly Haley-Coleman introduces the community where Globe Aware guests volunteer. 6:10 – A look at some cultural nuances. 7:47 – We talk about leisure and some ways to explore. 13:31 – Kimberly talks packing essentials. 22:40 – We explain accommodations we offer during your adventure. 26:20 – Kimberly goes over food in the Philippines – her favorites and some specialties. 30:42 – Detailing the tropical weather of Cab City. 32:50 – An introduction to our lovely coordinator Mx Gege. 33:56 – Kim walks through arrival, meet up, and departure. 37:43 – A few minor safety and security details to know before you go.
Getting Ready for Your Adventure in Service in Cambodia
1:58 — Globe Aware Executive Directory Kimberly Haley-Coleman talks a little about Cambodia’s past and what challeneges it faces. 6:35 — The Cambodia Program: what you can work on and what some of the needs of the community are. 10:58 — A special note about orphanages. 13:54 — An introduction to some Cambodian cultural norms. 18:25 — How to start packing. 24:36 — Kimberly walks through the accommodations in Cambodia. 29:51 — Starting to walk through the arrival to and departure from Cambodia. 31:42 — Safety while you’re traveling. 33:19 — Some activites to look out for when you’re there. 36:16 — Donations!
Preparing for Your Service Abroad Adventure in Cusco, Peru
Today, we’re visiting Peru. Want to know what to expect, what to bring, and what it’s like? That’s what this podcast is all about. 0:49 — Globe Aware Executive Director Kimberly Haley-Coleman introduces the Cusco Program and gives context about some problems that Peru faces. 6:17 — Peru travel essentials: a beginner’s guide of what to pack. 13:38 — How to get to Peru – travel requirements, airports, pickup, and other essential arrival details. 20:11 — Introducing our fantastic program coordinator for Peru: Rocio. 21:30 — We take a look at staying accommodations for volunteers at the Cusco program and talk a little bit about what it’s like to stay in Peru. 30:00 — Kimberly talks about interacting with local Peruvians. 30:58 — Peru’s most famous adventure is undoubtedly the magic city of Macchu Pichu. Here’s a look at what it takes to get there, as well as a couple of recommendations for other excursions. 36:50 — Kimberly walks through Peruvian food. 38:36 — Leaving Peru. 40:27 — Keep in touch!
Family Volunteering Abroad with the 4 Young Weichel Kids by Globe Aware Adventures in Service
Were you planning on waiting to volunteer with your kids until they got older and “could remember it?” Did you think traveling with a kid just might be too difficult?
Preparing to go to Costa Rica
You’re headed to our Orosi Valley Paradise Costa Rica program. You want to know what to pack, what the projects will be, what to expect with the weather, your leisure activities and more, and that’ss what this podcast is all about. This is a companion piece to the pdf packet that you should have received upon registration. The information in that packet will always be more up to date, but we hope you’ll enjoy the information presented in this audio format. For more on our programs, visit www.globeaware.org, email us at office@globeaware.com or call us at 1-877-588-4562. We look forward to hearing from you
