Category Archives: travel
International volunteering with Uniterra
Touring Asia by bicycle
I am just back from a long tour through South-East Asia by bicycle with some 40 other riders, mostly retired or semi-retired. Riding a bicycle day after day, supported by a tour company that finds the route, moves the luggage, books the hotels, and arranges the meals is a close and personal way to see …
Voluntourism
Every year, Cross-Cultural Solutions sends 2,500 people of all ages to their volunteering centres in Africa, Asia and Latin America. They offer a well structured experience allowing guests to experience living in the country and helping out as volunteers in social & educational roles. Alexandra Rabb describes the volunteer experience, how to get involved, and …