17 tips for your next trip to Mexico

Despite Mexico’s vast scope, regional differences, social customs, cultural mores, safety concerns, and travel preferences, here are a few tips to make your upcoming Globe Aware volunteer vacation to Mexico a little easier. 

17 tips for your next trip to Mexico

I grew up in a Mexican household in the heart of American suburbia, one of those kids who ping-ponged across the border as a kid.

By Liza Prado
Feb 12, 2025
Lonely Planet

I spent my summers in Mexico, as comfortable on janky city buses as I was body surfing on white-capped waves. Adulthood meant more of the same – but instead of mere months every summer, I passed entire years.

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10 of the Most Popular Street Foods Around the World

What are the most common “grab and go” meals worldwide? Globe Aware volunteers, you’re in for a real treat with the top picks.


10 of the Most Popular Street Foods Around the World

What are the most common “grab and go” meals around the world? You’re in for a real treat with the top picks.

By Matt Hoffman
Dec 30, 2024
Mental Floss

Forget Michelin stars and tasting menus: the world’s real dining adventures take place on the street. A recent global survey from Remitly has dished up a definitive ranking of the world’s most drool-inducing street foods, and your taste buds are in for a wild ride.

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Love birds flock to sun and sand this Valentine’s Day

Warm beaches and sunny coastlines continue to captivate Americans, including Globe Aware volunteers, this Valentine’s Day. See what destinations are being explored!


Love birds flock to sun and sand this Valentine’s Day

Warm beaches and sunny coastlines continue to captivate Americans this Valentine’s Day, while overall holiday travel searches increase by nearly half

By Kanchan Nath
Jan 30, 2025
Travel Daily Media

This winter, things are heating up as Americans favor warm-weather destinations to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Not only are desert-cities and island hot-spots receiving love this season, but holiday bookings overall have increased by 42% compared to the previous year, according to Allianz Partners USA’s 2025 Top Valentine’s Day Destinationsreport.

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The 14 best places to visit in February 2025

Globe Aware volunteers can explore high-altitude festivals, spot rare birds, relax in thermal baths, and enjoy a variety of unique experiences. The list includes our volunteer vacation destinations in South Africa, Laos, and more!


The 14 best places to visit in February 2025

High-altitude festivals, rare birds, thermal baths, and everything in between

December 3, 2024
By Liv Kelly
Time Out Travel

While the gluttony of December and the high hopes of January are fading, February can be a pretty drab month, but it’s actually a brilliant time to travel – dismiss getting away at this time of year, and you’d really be missing out.

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Spring Break 2025 Highlights Top Destinations in Mexico, Bahamas, Japan, Italy and Dominican Republic: You Need to Know

As spring break approaches, Globe Aware volunteers, including students and families, eagerly anticipate the holiday, with this season predicted to be a particularly bustling travel period. Here’s what’s trending for Spring Break 2025.


Spring Break 2025 Highlights Top Destinations in Mexico, Bahamas, Japan, Italy and Dominican Republic: You Need to Know

January 10, 2025
Travel And Tour World

As spring break approaches, both students and families are eagerly anticipating the holiday, with this season predicted to be a particularly bustling and costly travel period.

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Detour destinations and noctourism top 2025 travel trends

Detour destinations—lesser-known spots near popular tourist hubs—will trend in 2025. Many Globe Aware program locations fit this description, offering hidden gems close to major attractions.


Detour destinations and noctourism top 2025 travel trends

Alex Fitzpatrick
Dec 20, 2024
AXIOS

Trying to save on travel this year? Consider “detour destinations” — oft-overshadowed places near perennial hotspots worth a closer look for the budget-conscious or crowd-weary.

Why it matters: Travel prices rose 10% from September 2019 to September 2024, per a recent NerdWallet analysis, leaving many searching for cheaper ways to get away.

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12 New Year’s Food Traditions That Bring Good Luck

Traditionally, we pour the bubbly on New Year’s Eve, but what about the menu? In many cultures, certain foods are believed to bring good luck, and these New Year’s food traditions from around the world carry unique meanings that are worth adding to your celebration. Globe Aware volunteers do you eat any of these on New Year’s?


12 New Year’s Food Traditions That Bring Good Luck

Scrumptious foods that also bring good luck? Yes, please.

By Betty Gold and Lisa Milbrand
November 27, 2024
Real Simple

Traditionally, we pour the bubbly on New Year’s Eve, but what about the menu? Of course, that depends on where you live. In different cultures, certain foods are believed to bring good luck in the year ahead. These New Year’s food traditions from around the world have unique meanings and are well worth considering putting on your menu as you set your intentions for the year ahead.

Whether it’s black-eyed peas as part of a New Year’s Day brunch or cabbage on New Year’s Eve, adding these good luck foods to your party plans are a delicious way to say see-ya to the old year and hello to a lucky new year.

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Where the World Wants to Travel for Christmas This Year, Mapped

The analysis used data from search and social media posts to determine where people around the world wanted to go for Christmas! Globe Aware volunteers, you may or may not be surprised by the top choices this year!


Where the World Wants to Travel for Christmas This Year, Mapped

The analysis used data from search and social media posts to determine where people around the world wanted to go for Christmas—and dug deeper to provide American data state by state.

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How do you like to spend Christmas? A look at festive season food traditions around the world

If our Globe Aware volunteers have ever wanted to try something different and experience Christmas differently by choosing a tradition from a different part of the world, explore some of the most delightful Christmas food traditions from across the globe.


How do you like to spend Christmas? A look at festive season food traditions around the world

November 28, 2024
Food & Home

How do you like to spend Christmas? A look at festive season food traditions around the world

As the festive season draws closer, it’s time to start planning your Christmas menu and think about how you want to adorn your table with dishes that reflect a beautiful blend of culture, tradition, and celebration.

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This Year’s Most Popular Thanksgiving Destinations Revealed

As Thanksgiving approaches, many Globe Aware volunteers are preparing to travel, and the most popular destinations for the November holiday have been unveiled!


This Year’s Most Popular Thanksgiving Destinations Revealed

By Laurie Baratti
October 18, 2024
Travel Pulse

As Thanksgiving approaches, many Americans are preparing to travel, and the most popular destinations for the November holiday have been unveiled by Allianz Partners USA.

Its 2024 Thanksgiving Destination Index, based on more than 750,000 travel itineraries around Turkey Day, highlights the most popular domestic and international hotspots where travelers are headed for their fall season celebrations.

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