FEATURE: Voluntourism

Voluntourism is like a working vacation: People traveling globally to help communities in need while intimately experiencing their culture. This combination of exploration and inspiration is growing in popularity, mostly due to an increase in the number and variety of opportunities now available.

 Learn more about voluntourism and whether it's right for you.

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Beware of cheap cruise excursions provided by local sources compared to those offered by the cruise lines excursions desks. You may end up stranded - or at the least taken advantage of. The cruise lines vouch for the companies they contract with, and you are much safer using one recommended by the cruise line or a company your travel agent recommends.
By: Anonymous At: 01/29/2008 11:38:28: AM

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