Volunteer & Eco Adventures

Travel to India, visit Wayanad with its hills, forests and variety of terrain perfect for trekking holidays, nature travel, eco tourism and adventure holidays.

Nov 28, 2009 - Lakshmi Ananth

Nagarhole wildlife sanctuary in South India, with its abundant elephants, bison and tigers, is an ideal destination for safari travel and adventure holidays.

Nov 28, 2009 - Lakshmi Ananth

Loggerhead turtle populations are declining worldwide. Volunteers with the Caretta Research Project help protect nests and escort hatchlings safely to the ocean.

Nov 23, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

With opportunities for unique travel, personal growth and resume building, it's no wonder the popularity for volunteer tourism is continuing to grow.

Nov 12, 2009 - Sara Rossini

More people in the Philadelphia area volunteer during the holidays than at any other time of the year. Charitable organizations are swamped with help at the holidays.

Nov 2, 2009 - Sharon Perkins

Most people can't take a year off to volunteer abroad, but many can, and do, go on life impacting short term overseas mission trips that last only a week or two.

Nov 1, 2009 - Sharon Perkins

The mountains of Nepal offer an incredible playground for avid hikers. The trails are easy to follow, the villages welcome travelers, and the vistas are truly astounding.

Oct 13, 2009 - John Mattson

With a sluggish economy, topsy-turvy careers and sagging 401Ks, it hardly seems the time to travel. But a volunteer stint abroad can open horizons - and maybe job doors.

Oct 8, 2009 - Ellen Freudenheim

Many international volunteer service opportunities are available to retirees and boomers over 50. Some programs help people, others the environment. But, volunteers pay.

Oct 8, 2009 - Ellen Freudenheim

When watching the wildlife in New Hampshire, there are several tools and techniques to make it more exciting. To make the most of one's adventure implement the following.

Sep 29, 2009 - J. Marie Cunningham-Slagell

BC is an outdoor playground with flowing rivers. On World Rivers Day, river awareness and environmental stewardship inspire many to clean-up their local waterways.

Sep 26, 2009 - Maya Chang

All aboard for the volunteer-travel experience; a rising trend which combines travel with ethics, welcoming all students, graduates and career-breakers.

Sep 25, 2009 - Alexandra Szydlowska

This annual volunteer event is the nation's largest single day effort to enhance and improve public lands enjoyed my outdoor enthusiasts each year.

Sep 24, 2009 - Patricia Poulin

The reasons for volunteering are many and varied. It may be a chance to interact with people and have fun, to share a skill or to travel and experience other cultures.

Sep 21, 2009 - Sheila Aylesworth

Witnessing an emergence of bats from the maternity colony at Bracken Cave is an awesome experience that may soon be available to the public.

Sep 14, 2009 - K. Gregg Elliott

Looking for a little excitement, a new experience, and a radical change from the regular routine? An adventure vacation might just be the answer.

Aug 27, 2009 - Lauren Flanagan

Mexico's Baja Peninsula resort towns of Los Cabos and Cabo San Lucas encourage tourists to volunteer for community projects, conserve turtles and donate services.

Aug 9, 2009 - Judith Glynn

Having decided what to do, where to volunteer and with whom to share the experience, the next question is when can the volunteer traveler leave?

Aug 4, 2009 - Jane Stanfield

Eco-tourism promotes responsible travel choices that help sustain communities and environment. Here is a guide to making the green choice in planning the next vacation.

Jul 27, 2009 - Francesca Regazzoni

They have been called endearing orphans and pests. Volunteering with these engaging primates ranges from raising, rehabilitating, and advocating to falling in love.

Jul 26, 2009 - Jane Stanfield

For people looking to volunteer in Russia, Cross Cultural Solutions may be the best organization to go with.

Jul 24, 2009 - Eve Lopez

Interacting with gray whale babies in the nursery lagoons of Baja, Mexico is an experience that should make every outdoor enthusiast's bucket list.

Jul 13, 2009 - K. Gregg Elliott

Helping holidays are growing in popularity. Like secular mission trips, volunteer vacations are available worldwide. Vacation on a farm, ranch or resort and stay for free

Jul 10, 2009 - Lisa Russell

In as little as a week, a community develops on a volunteer site and the right mix of ages and nationalities can add to the overall experience.

Jul 2, 2009 - Jane Stanfield

What to do as a volunteer can be the second important question for many travelers. With so many options, narrowing the search makes it easier to find the right project.

Jul 1, 2009 - Jane Stanfield

The reasons why people volunteer vary tremendously. This question thoughtfully answered makes all the difference in finding the right match for a volunteer vacation.

Jun 30, 2009 - Jane Stanfield

Racers and volunteers from around the world flock to Whitehorse in northern Canada every year for the Yukon River Quest, an epic 740 kilometre (460 mile) river race.

Jun 22, 2009 - Maya Chang

A look into what urban exploration is, as well as sites commonly explored, and information concerning safety of urban explorers.

Jun 22, 2009 - Jennifer Gittins

Snorkeling the crystalline waters of Mexico's reefs and freshwater sinkholes is an experience that may only be sustained with the support of the divers themselves.

Jun 20, 2009 - K. Gregg Elliott

Tourism, along with the cash it provides the Yucatan's beach-boom economy, provides the single most compelling reason for Mexico to keep natural areas healthy.

Jun 20, 2009 - K. Gregg Elliott

Ethiopia offers the traveler a myriad of cultural, historical and natural wonders making an adventure holiday to this little-known destination a voyage of discovery.

Jun 15, 2009 - Helen Smeaton

Trekking in Ethiopia requires adoption of responsible travel principles to maintain the fragile natural environment. Here's how to minimize those carbon footprints.

Jun 15, 2009 - Helen Smeaton

Trekking holidays in Ethiopia's Simien mountains offer breathtaking scenery, remarkable wildlife and a humbling experience in one of the poorest countries in the world.

Jun 15, 2009 - Helen Smeaton

Volunteer vacations and voluntourism agencies have grown by double digits over the past few years. What can a savvy volunteer do to find the right placement?

Jun 10, 2009 - Jane Stanfield

These tiny islands off the Pacific coast of Baja, Mexico may harbor the world's largest storm-petrel colony, along with Guadalupe fur seals and a host of other species.

Jun 8, 2009 - K. Gregg Elliott

When heading off on a long plane ride towards a volunteer vacation, these items may make all the difference to arrive rested, hydrated and ready to work as you land.

May 28, 2009 - Jane Stanfield

Safely carrying multiple forms of money offers the greatest flexibility when traveling. Even the almost obsolete travelers check can come in handy in certain locales

May 16, 2009 - Jane Stanfield

The idea of adventure travel appeals to many people. But how should you go about organising it, and what do you need to know? Here are some hints and tips.

May 13, 2009 - Helen Krasner

To pack only what is needed when volunteering overseas, ask the questions what to wear as a volunteer and tourist, how many sets to take, and can it be found locally?

May 6, 2009 - Jane Stanfield

Love packing lists? Here are suggested conveniences to have at a volunteer site. Some items are best brought from home while others can be found in the foreign country.

May 6, 2009 - Jane Stanfield

Impossible2Possible is an organization that uses the concept of adventure to inspire people world-wide.

Apr 14, 2009 - Jennifer Hansford

Volunteer work that helps a community can be rewarding. For people that enjoy travel and taking time to volunteer, voluntourism is an alternative way to take vacations.

Apr 3, 2009 - Julie McElroy

Riding a camel is different from riding a horse or most any other four-legged creature. And riding a camel the wrong way results in bruises, soreness and embarrassment.

Mar 23, 2009 - Diana Lambdin Meyer

These days volunteering has become too expensive. Thanks to these grassroots organizations with no exorbitant program fees, volunteers are able to contribute and help.

Mar 19, 2009 - Nellie Huang

Volunteer vacations are a great way to spend quality time with the grandchildren. By planning ahead, you can do a good deed and have fun while stretching your dollars.

Mar 10, 2009 - Marsha Temlock

The US State Department has issued warnings against college students traveling to Mexico for spring break this year. There are many great alternative vacations available.

Feb 25, 2009 - Maryellen Grady

Ever thought about spending Spring break on a conservation project to help sustain the rainforest or protect endangered wildlife? Make a difference by volunteering.

Feb 23, 2009 - Minka Gantenbein

Cross-Cultural Solutions offers international volunteer opportunities in Eastern Europe, Africa, Asia and Latin America. Volunteers can help for two to twelve weeks.

Feb 21, 2009 - Julia Bourque

Visitors to Argentina's Iguazú National Park can get up close and personal with one of South America's natural wonders: The Iguazú Falls.

Feb 14, 2009 - Amy Goldstein

Join an exciting service trip sponsored by the Wilderness Volunteers, a nonprofit that promotes environmental stewardship and conservation of American treasures.

Feb 10, 2009 - Cheryl Pratt