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Winter Travel Trends to Know for 2025

1 December 2025
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Winter travel in 2025 is increasingly shaped by financial pressure, with many travelers tightening their budgets and prioritizing value over extravagance. Amid these shifts, a Globe Aware volunteer vacation offers a meaningful alternative-combining purpose-driven impact with affordable travel.

By Rebecca Speier
Nov 25, 2025
TravelAge West

Whether clients are reuniting with loved ones, chasing warm weather or embracing the snowfall this winter, the holiday season is bustling.

To help advisors stay ahead of the curve during this busy time, we have compiled a roundup of observed trends from industry experts. Here’s what they say is driving travel during the holiday season.

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Ecuador will require yellow fever vaccination certificate from travelers from neighboring countries

12 May 2025
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Globe Aware volunteers flying into Ecuador for a volunteer vacation week should be aware of a new travel measure. It applies to passengers of any nationality who have spent time either in transit or during a visit, in certain South American countries, before entering Ecuador. Find out which countries, and what you should do to prepare.

Ecuador will require yellow fever vaccination certificate from travelers from neighboring countries

May 5 2025
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Ecuador will require yellow fever vaccination certificate from travelers from neighboring countries

Several airlines operating in Ecuador, including LATAM and Avianca, are notifying passengers of a new health regulation issued by Ecuador’s Ministry of Health. Starting Monday, May 12, 2025, Ecuadorian authorities will require the International Certificate of Vaccination against Yellow Fever from travelers arriving from Brazil, Peru, Colombia, or Bolivia.

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12 Fascinating Easter Food Traditions Around The Globe

14 April 2025
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Easter food traditions vary widely around the world, each reflecting unique customs and flavors. Here are 12 delicious traditions celebrated by people everywhere, including Globe Aware volunteers!

12 Fascinating Easter Food Traditions Around The Globe

By Catherine Brookes
April 3, 2025
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For many, the Easter weekend is a time for enjoying lovingly made meals and sweet treats with friends and family, though the exact food choices will differ somewhat depending on who you speak to. Much like with Thanksgiving and Christmas, everyone seems to have their own specific traditions. And, if you zoom out even further, you’ll discover that Easter feasts around the world come in a variety of different forms.

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25 Best Places to Visit in South America

24 March 2025
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What an impressive list! Globe Aware volunteers, we have plenty of program destinations included—check them out for your next volunteer vacation!

25 Best Places to Visit in South America

By Amanda Ogle
March 13, 2025
Travel + Leisure

As a full-time travel writer, work has taken me across South America, from mysterious Machu Picchu and strikingly beautiful Patagonia to sprawling vineyards beneath the Andes Mountains and bustling capital cities such as Lima, Santiago, and Buenos Aires. Whether you want to see wildlife in the lush Amazon, idle away on a remote beach, or explore metropolitan cities, South America has it all.

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Quito, a Safe Destination for Tourists in Ecuador

30 September 2024
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Contrary to a recent international ranking, tourists and Globe Aware volunteers frequently express how safe they feel while exploring Quito’s urban and rural attractions. Learn why you shouldn’t be hesitant to consider this South American destination!

Quito, a Safe Destination for Tourists in Ecuador

September 23 2024
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Despite what a recent international ranking may suggest, tourists consistently comment on how safe they feel when touring Quito’s main urban and rural attractions.

According to the Igarapé Institute’s Global Homicide Monitor, Quito is one of the least violent capitals in Latin America. In 2023, the city recorded a homicide rate of 9.7 per 100,000 inhabitants, far lower than cities like Caracas (47.9), San José in Costa Rica (22.8), Montevideo (15.2) and Bogotá (13.5).

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THE TOP 10 ECO-FRIENDLY DESTINATIONS TO VISIT

22 April 2024
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In continuing celebration of Earth Day, here are the top ten eco-friendly destinations to visit, many being Globe Aware volunteer vacation destinations!

THE TOP 10 ECO-FRIENDLY DESTINATIONS TO VISIT

By Stephen
Mar 25, 2024
My Baggage

Exploring the world and experiencing its stunning natural beauty, as well as discovering a wealth of cultures and traditions, has become less of a luxury and more of a necessity for many people.

However, we’re more aware than ever before of the impact our actions can have on the planet. That’s why so many of us are committed to keeping our carbon footprint in check while travelling. Many travel providers have adopted this approach by introducing various initiatives to support eco-friendly tourism.

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Is Ecuador safe to visit after unrest?

26 February 2024
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Globe Aware volunteers considering Ecuador for a volunteer vacation will be relieved to learn that the country is safe for travelers. Find out the latest update on the situation in this South American destination and what to expect.

Is Ecuador safe to visit after unrest? On this tour, a traveler finds serenity

By Jeri Clausing
Feb 05, 2024
Travel Weekly

QUITO, Ecuador — Not long after I posted my first picture from Quito on Facebook, the comment I was expecting came in: “Isn’t Ecuador blowing up right now?”

Hardly, I thought, slightly amused as I sat in my room in the historical Casa Gangotena hotel here, listening to children gleefully chasing pigeons and puppies in the plaza outside my open window.

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A Glance at the Globe Aware Galápagos Experience – Globe Aware Adventures in Service

18 September 2023
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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.

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Peeking at the Globe Aware Galapagos Experience

22 August 2023
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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.

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10 Summer Travel Destinations That Are Still Hidden Gems

30 May 2023
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Globe Aware volunteers can check out these off-the-beaten-path summer destinations that remain hidden gems, including one volunteer vacation destination in South America!

10 Summer Travel Destinations That Are Still Hidden Gems

BY ROBYNNE TRUEMAN
May 29 2023
THE TRAVEL

Escape the crowds this summer by booking a trip to a destination that remains relatively unknown or isn’t as popular during this peak travel season.

Finding a unique destination to visit during the summer months when everyone is taking advantage of school holidays is challenging. Popular cities like Paris, with its iconic shopping streets, and Venice, with its famous canals, are overwhelmed with travelers during July and August, making them less attractive to those who prefer to get off the tourist trail.

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