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Costa Rica Grocery Store Guide: Local Products and Shopping Tips

7 April 2025
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If you’re a Globe Aware volunteer heading to Costa Rica for a volunteer vacation, you’ll likely get the chance to shop local. For first-timers, navigating grocery stores can feel like a scavenger hunt, so here’s a quick guide to help you find your way.

Costa Rica Grocery Store Guide: Local Products and Shopping Tips

By Sarah Jordan
January 15, 2025
Tico Times

Chances are you shop local if you call Tiquicia home or spend enough time in Costa Rica. You head out to the feria, frutería y verdulería, pescadería and carnicería to enjoy all the fresh, wholesome goodness this country has to offer. For those yet to experience the supermercado in Costa Rica, it can feel like a scavenger hunt for some common items while being overwhelmed by the sheer number of choices for others. Consider this to be your quick guide to helping you prepare for the aisles of Costa Rica’s grocery stores.

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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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Six spring break destinations where you can still find cheap flights

10 March 2025
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Globe Aware travelers, there’s still time to plan your spring break! A volunteer vacation in Puerto Rico is one of the top budget-friendly flight options.

6 spring break destinations where you can still find cheap flights

Airfare on the whole may be up this year, but there are still pockets of hope for sunny vacations this spring.

March 6, 2025
By Natalie B. Compton
Washington Post

You deserve a vacation. Not this summer, not later this year. Something much sooner, like an honest-to-goodness spring break.

Of course, life is feeling pretty expensive. It doesn’t help that airfare on average is higher than last year, said Katy Nastro, spokesperson and travel expert at Going, a cheap-flight alert service.

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Hottest travel destinations you didn’t see coming

3 March 2025
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A recent survey reveals that 70% of travelers now prioritize authenticity and unique experiences. Globe Aware agrees with this list, which includes these volunteer vacation destinations.

Hottest travel destinations you didn’t see coming

Feb. 25, 2025
Mandy Applegate
Seattle Times

A recent survey from Skift finds that 70% of travelers prioritize authenticity and experience in their travel plans. The destinations of the future are not what you would expect. Say goodbye to the typical tourist spots – emerging destinations like Rwanda, offering intimate gorilla encounters, and Malaysia, with its advanced tourism infrastructure, are answering the call.

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17 tips for your next trip to Mexico

17 February 2025
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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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‘The White Lotus’ Season 3 Could Boost Thailand’s Tourism by 20%, Officials Predict

3 February 2025
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Are any Globe Aware volunteers fans of the last two “White Lotus” seasons? Thailand is expecting a surge in visitors following the show’s new season, and if the country’s got you interested why not include a volunteer vacation in your visit?

‘The White Lotus’ Season 3 Could Boost Thailand’s Tourism by 20%, Officials Predict

The country is expecting a surge in visitors following the show’s premiere on February 16.

January 29, 2025
By Abby Montanez
Robb Report

First Hawaii, then Sicily, and now Thailand.

The past two seasons of The White Lotus spurred a surge in set-jetting visitors who wanted to visit the region where the HBO show was filmed. Ahead of season three, which was shot in the Land of Smiles, Thai tourism officials are anticipating a boost all across the country.

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The 14 best places to visit in February 2025

27 January 2025
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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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New travel requirements taking effect in 2025 for domestic and international destinations

6 January 2025
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Whether your New Year resolution is to finally book a Globe Aware volunteer vacation or use some points to fly to a new destination, there are some travel requirements taking effect in 2025 that everyone should keep in mind.

New travel requirements taking effect in 2025 for domestic and international destinations

Real ID for boarding domestic flights and other must-know travel requirements.

ByKelly McCarthy
December 31, 2024
ABC News

Whether your New Year’s resolution is to finally book a dream vacation or put some points to good use and fly to a new destination, there are some travel requirements taking effect in 2025 that everyone should keep in mind.

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Romania’s 2024 Christmas Markets open early and bring new attractions

16 December 2024
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During the holiday season, cities across Romania open up their Christmas markets, promising an enchanting mix of festive lights, traditional treats, and unique attractions. Globe Aware volunteers plan your volunteer vacation there for winter 2025!

Romania’s 2024 Christmas Markets open early and bring new attractions

Oana Vasiliu
November 22, 2024
Business Review

As the holiday season approaches, cities across Romania are preparing to open up their Christmas markets, promising an enchanting mix of festive lights, traditional treats, and unique attractions.

Each city brings its unique flair to the holiday festivities, blending traditional charm with modern attractions. From Sibiu’s Santa’s Land to Craiova’s fairytale zones and Bucharest’s panoramic wheel, Romania’s Christmas markets promise to have something for everyone. With stunning decorations, hearty Romanian foods, and festive activities, these markets are the perfect way to celebrate the season. Mark your calendars and join the festive cheer across Romania this winter.

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How to celebrate New Year’s Eve around the world: 11 epic destinations to consider

9 December 2024
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Globe Aware volunteers, these destinations are guaranteed to provide an unforgettable New Year’s experience. We wholeheartedly agree with the two volunteer vacation spots highlighted on this list!

How to celebrate New Year’s Eve around the world: 11 epic destinations to consider

These destinations are sure to offer an unforgettable New Year’s.

By Amanda Teague
December 5, 2024
The Manual

If you want to ring in the new year in style, there are plenty of amazing places around the world that know how to throw a party. Whether you’re seeking epic fireworks, bustling nightlife, or a more laid-back vibe, the world has something special to offer. From iconic cities buzzing with excitement to more remote options where you can celebrate in peace, we’ve rounded up some of the best places to go for New Year’s Eve.

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