Most Globe Aware Galápagos Islands Conservation volunteers will be assigned to Marine Sea Turtle Nesting Monitoring. Please keep in mind that Turtle Nest Monitoring will involve extensive walking for miles on sandy terrain under the hot sun. You may also need to work during early mornings or late nights.
Galapagos
AAO Member Finds Innovative Approach to International Humanitarian Work
September 4, 2024
American Association of Orthodontists
As a second-generation orthodontist, Dr. Drew Lombardi had an orthodontic practice in Fort Lee and Jersey City, New Jersey for 40 years until his transition to retirement in October 2023. Considering how to spend his time in retirement, Dr. Lombardi was eager to use his professional knowledge to give back to people in need.
Tourist fees are taking over popular destinations. Will they impact your next big trip?
Globe Aware destinations, like the Galápagos Islands, are raising their visitor fees, similar to other popular locations. Discover the reasons behind these fee increases and learn how to prepare!
Tourist fees are taking over popular destinations. Will they impact your next big trip?
Tourist hot spots are implementing measures against overtourism. Will this impact your next trip
June 5, 2024
Deseret News
By Caroline McDonald
With the summer travel season approaching, popular tourist spots are planning ahead with new rules and fees to control crowds. This is according to The New York Times, which outlined recent measures taken by Bali, Amsterdam, Paris and Milan — all popular destinations for tourists.
THE TOP 10 ECO-FRIENDLY DESTINATIONS TO VISIT
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.
Is Ecuador safe to visit after unrest?
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.
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.
Dallas-Based GlobeAware Organizes ‘Voluntourism’ Trips of a Lifetime
March 5, 2023
By Joy Donovan
Candy’sDirt
Landmines — the explosive leftovers from the Vietnam War and other conflicts — are about the size of a toy and sometimes colorful, making them attractive to children. Two decades of war made these weapons of destruction plentiful in the forested landscape of Southeast Asia. Consequently, many children in Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam are living as amputees.
The memory of one of those injured children receiving a wheelchair is seared into Kimberly Haley-Coleman’s mind.
50 greatest places of 2022
Globe Aware volunteers will be delighted to see we offer volunteer vacations at two of these locations, Zimbabwe and Bhutan! If you’re looking for adventure abroad, while still making a positive impact on a community, book with us today!
World’s 50 greatest places of 2022, according to TIME magazine
Maureen O’Hare
CNN
July 12, 2022
(CNN) — Get your credit card out and your favorite booking platforms at the ready: US magazine and news website TIME has just released its list of the world’s 50 greatest places of 2022.
The list was compiled by its international network of correspondents and contributors, and, says TIME in a statement, “with an eye toward those offering new and exciting experiences.”
The Best Solo Travel Tips and the Top-10 Destinations For Women
Not only do we provide insurance with your Globe Aware volunteer vacation abroad, we ensure a safe week in your program destination. If you’re concerned as a solo female traveler, email us at office@globeaware.com and we are happy to help address your questions!
10 Best Solo Travel Tips And 10 Top Destinations For Women, According To Experts
Take it from women who’ve been there, done that, had the best time ever.
BY MOLLIE DAVIES
FEB 7, 2022
Whether dipping your toes in the Sulu Sea or riding horseback through the Tuscan hills, there is so much of the world to explore—and doing it alone means exactly at your own pace. Solo travel is becoming increasingly more attractive for many reasons: You get to meet new people while doing things your way, spend intimate time with yourself, and rest without feeling guilty.
