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Mexico Joins US, Canada, UK, Japan, Italy, France and Vietnam in Shaping 2026 Travel Trends as Rising Demand Shifts Toward Underrated Destinations With Natural Beauty and Authentic Cultural Experiences

3 November 2025
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Mexico joins the US, Canada, UK, Japan, Italy, France, and Vietnam in shaping 2026 travel trends as global travelers shift toward peaceful landscapes, cultural authenticity, and meaningful local experiences. Globe Aware volunteers can explore such destinations, where rising demand is driven by those seeking value, sustainability, and emotional connection.

Mexico Joins US, Canada, UK, Japan, Italy, France and Vietnam in Shaping 2026 Travel Trends as Rising Demand Shifts Toward Underrated Destinations With Natural Beauty and Authentic Cultural Experiences

October 30, 2025
TRAVEL AND TOUR WORLD

Mexico joins US, Canada, UK, Japan, Italy, France and Vietnam in shaping 2026 travel trends as global traveler behavior shifts away from overcrowded tourism hubs and towards emerging destinations that offer peaceful landscapes, cultural authenticity and meaningful local experiences. New industry data shows that rising demand is being driven not only by adventure seekers and holidaymakers, but also by remote professionals and long-stay travellers who are prioritising value, space, sustainability and emotional connection over mass-market tourism.

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With prices already trending up, here are some ways to save on holiday travel

27 October 2025
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Globe Aware volunteers planning holiday trips can save money by booking early and exploring affordable destinations. A travel expert shares her top tips and inspiration for making the most of the holiday travel season.

With prices already trending up, here are some ways to save on holiday travel

Emmy-nominated travel host Alice Ford shares tips on the best times to book flights, her favorite holiday destinations, and more.

Scripps News Group
Oct 08, 2025

The holidays are right around the corner and if you’re planning to fly home or maybe get away to somewhere new, you’re going to want to start planning that trip sooner rather than later.

Alice Ford is an Emmy-nominated travel host and she sat down with Scripps News to share some of her top tips for saving money and finding inspiration on destinations to visit this holiday travel season.

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Kimberly Haley-Coleman on Volunteering and Social Work

16 October 2025
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In this podcast conversation, we explore the transition from executive leadership to volunteer-driven roles and how designing a life centred on giving back can create lasting impact. Through the lens of volunteer service vacations and ethical travel, we explore how to bridge professional success with global purpose — utilizing skills, time, and resources to empower communities. Key themes include valuing depth over breadth, building intentional teams, and recognizing the expertise of local partners. Whether through short-term service vacations, volunteering overseas or ongoing volunteer work, giving back isn’t a break from achievement — it’s an evolution of it. That transforms your life and theirs; transformational travel!

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Meet the Expert Kimberly Haley-Coleman chats with The Philanthropy Guy about volunteer travel and volunteer vacations

10 October 2025
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Since 1990, Kimberly Haley-Coleman has built long-term partnerships and projects across the nonprofit and for-profit sectors worldwide. Before co-founding Globe Aware, she served as Vice President of Business Development for aerospace firm Team Encounter and led international expansion efforts for Infotriever, a Canadian communications company. As Director of International Business Development at Telescan (now InvestTools), she developed strategic relationships across 20 countries, helping millions access free financial education tools. She also contributed to the launch of CNBC.com as interim Product Manager and co-developed Dcipher, an AI-driven investment analysis engine that provides free, real-time portfolio insights.

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How and why young adults should volunteer abroad and serve abroad short-term

10 October 2025
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Marco sits down with Globe Aware founder Kimberly Haley-Coleman to explore the impact of volunteer vacations and volunteering abroad. In this inspiring episode, they discuss how young adults can make a difference through short-term service trips, also known as volunteer vacations, to gain cultural awareness and travel with purpose. Discover practical tips for responsible travel, explore global volunteering opportunities, and learn how serving communities worldwide can broaden your perspective.

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The Solo Travel Hack I Wish I’d Known About Sooner

22 September 2025
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Solo travel is more popular than ever, with searches reaching record highs and women making up the majority of adventurers. Globe Aware volunteers, many of whom travel independently, find that careful planning, safety awareness, and this one creative tip help turn solo experiences into meaningful adventures.

The Solo Travel Hack I Wish I’d Known About Sooner

This item is essential for solo travelers—here’s why.

By Meghann Foye
Travel & Lifestyle
Sept. 5, 2025

I’ve been traveling solo for as long as I’ve had my first passport. I took my first solo adventures while studying abroad in Paris during college, from wandering the Louvre every Sunday to taking the TGV train to Strasbourg overnight. It was the late 90s, and when the diners around me scratched their heads, wondering why a 20-year-old woman was eating alone on a Saturday night. I just smiled and took a bite of my choucroute garnie.

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I ask strangers for parenting advice when I’m traveling. It’s made me a better mom

22 September 2025
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Globe Aware volunteers often connect through shared stories, like one traveler who asks moms of older kids what they’re grateful for and what they’d do differently. Since her own mom was diagnosed with dementia when she became a mother, she now seeks wisdom from others, and learn more on today’s blog.

I ask strangers for parenting advice when I’m traveling. It’s made me a better mom

By Judy Koutsky
Aug 23, 2025
Business Insuder

  • I like to chat with other moms when I travel. I’ve received some of the best parenting tips that way.
  • These strangers’ advice has helped me learn to accept my supporting role as a mom.
  • It’s also taught me how to be more present for my kids now and worry less about their future.

I travel often, and whenever I do, I always ask moms of older kids (teens and older) the same question: Looking back, what are you grateful for that you did as a mom, and what would you have done differently?

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The Binky Patrol Podcast, All Volunteer, All Heart

28 August 2025
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25 years ago, Kimberly Haley Coleman was stuck abroad on business weekends, wanting to volunteer but finding nothing meaningful to do. So she created her own opportunities—and Globe Aware was born.

Today, Globe Aware connects volunteers with communities in 21 countries through week-long service projects. We’re talking about real work: installing concrete floors in Guatemala, assembling wheelchairs in Cambodia, building stoves that actually vent smoke out of homes. In our conversation, Kimberly shared something that didn’t surprise me. Volunteers consistently tell her they received more from the experience than they gave. There’s something about showing up, working alongside families, and seeing their daily reality that writing a check simply can’t replicate. These aren’t luxury trips. You’re staying in modest accommodations, eating local food, and getting your hands dirty. But families come home fundamentally changed in how they see the world.

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This City Was Just Named the No. 1 Labor Day Weekend Destination in the U.S. by Chase Travel

25 August 2025
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Globe Aware volunteers know that Labor Day Weekend, officially on Sept. 1, is the perfect chance to savor one last summer escape before shifting focus to fall and winter travel plans. This year’s top trending destinations offer sun-soaked beaches, island breezes, and cultural immersion. Check today’s blog to learn more.

This City Was Just Named the No. 1 Labor Day Weekend Destination in the U.S. by Chase Travel—and It’s Famous for Its Beaches and Rainforest

From historic charm to nightlife and nature, these trending escapes offer more than just sun.

By Opheli Garcia Lawler
August 8, 2025
Travel + Leisure

Summer may be winding down, but there’s still one major holiday weekend left to savor: Labor Day Weekend. While the official holiday falls on Sept. 1, the long weekend really begins the Friday before on Aug. 29—or even Thursday, Aug. 28, if you’ve got a little PTO to spare. Now’s the time to start booking those fall getaways and mapping out your winter travel plans—but don’t pack away the swimsuits and flip-flops just yet.

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