From environmental conditions to harsh economics, farmers can face serious challenges with maintaining their agricultural methods. Luckily there’s help from various nonprofits that are working …
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Sympathetic to “Sympathy” Tourism? It’s Time To Set The Record Straight
We first learned about sympathy tourism this summer — and to put it bluntly, we’re not fans. To quote the author of the original post, Uncornered …
Peruvian Culture: Giving Thanks To Mother Earth Through A Volunteer Homestay Experience
As the heart of the Incan empire, the city of Cuzco, Peru represents the center of the indigenous Quechua culture. Beneath well-preserved colonial architecture and …
Voluntourism: It’s Not All Bad, As Long As You Do It SMARTER
Dear Potential Volunteers, Do you want a great volunteer travel experience and truly want to help? But you don’t want to get involved with unethical …
Ethical Intentions: Why Giving Isn’t Always Good
For many people, the words “giving” and “good” are almost synonymous. Giving is a selfless act. It helps others. It makes both parties feel, well, …
Grassroots Volunteering: A Guide To Global Good On The Road
Ethical travel, particularly relating to voluntourism, has become a hot topic recently. It’s an important subject, but it can be a bit difficult to differentiate …
48 Hours On A Vineyard: 5 Things I Learned During Harvest Season
Sepia-toned movies like French Kiss, Sideways and A Good Year paint a romantic image of life on a vineyard. Who wouldn’t want to abandon beige …
To Be Honest, I Just Want To Volunteer: Common Voluntourism Mistakes And How To Fix Them
That’s great – honesty is the best place to start – without honesty there are so many pitfalls – so many mistakes that well-meaning volunteers …
How Solar-Powered Computers Are Empowering Underprivileged Children
Attempts to educate underprivileged children and youth in rural areas without access to schooling area nothing new. There are many people and organizations who admirably …
These Voluntourism Companies Help Travelers Give Back While Still Enjoying Their Vacation
While many people think of travel as a time to pursue their own relaxation and enjoyment, it can also be a great opportunity to give …