Tag Archives: volunteer vacation

Voluntourism Goes High End

I’ve discussed this travel trend in previous blogs, but the buzz surrounding philanthropic vacations is getting even louder now that big spenders are joining in on the fad. An increasing amount of travelers with deep pockets (a.k.a. “luxury consumers”) are embracing the idea of being socially responsible at vacation hot spots the world over, according to a new study. If you happen to be one of the many high-end tripsters looking to give back to a community that you’re visiting you will be delighted to know Ritz-Carlton has your back (as in backbreaking work followed by a full back massage). … Continue reading →

Where To Go On Your Guilt Free Vacation

It’s the perfect vacation for do-gooders… volunteer tourism packages. Studies show the voluntourism trend is booming. In my previous blog I detailed why so many people are opting to bypass sipping tropical libations on a secluded island for a week to grab a hammer and raise a roof for those in need. In this blog I will list some of the more reputable voluntourism programs available to you. One thing to remember about voluntourism packages is that you don’t have to sacrifice luxury simply because you choose to share your time and talents helping those in need. You can become … Continue reading →