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Russ Hedge, CEO of Hostelling International USA

February 6, 2023 by Teh Chin Liang4 Comments

Meet Russ Hedge, CEO of Hostelling International USA (HI USA) - The largest hostel network in the United States. HI USA was founded in 1934 and is a non-profit organization that offers hostel accommodations, activities and programs promoting inclusivity and diversity. Russ joins the interview to talk about how HI-USA is more than just an ordinary hostel that provides guests a bed to sleep in for the night. Q. Tell us about your journey into … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: America, Arabic, Chicago, Culture, Egypt, Europe, Fashion, France, Germany, Interview, Journey, Markets, National Geographic, New York City, Sacramento, Spain, Texas, Volunteer, Walking tour, Washington DC

Everything About Traveling While Volunteering at Animal Hospitals

August 20, 2022 by Carrie AlspaughLeave a Comment

If you are an animal lover looking for a way to volunteer your time while on vacation, there are plenty of animal hospitals, rescue organizations, and animal shelters that can always use a helping hand when it comes to animal care! Whether you are an experienced veterinary professional or a first time volunteer, this article provides plenty of pointers on everything you need to know about volunteering abroad with animals. Where to Find Animal … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other · Tagged: Airline, Animal Rescue, Fashion, Food and Wine, Lifestyle, Scuba Diving, Summer Travel, Travel Insurance, Visa, Volunteer, Walking tour, Wildlife

5 ways to support Mountain Gorilla Conservation

June 9, 2022 by Pete BasuddeLeave a Comment

According to IUCN, there are close to 8410 critically endangered species in the whole world. These include but not limited to African savannah elephant, African wild dog, western lowland gorillas, and Eastern lowland gorilla among several other species. The mountain gorillas have recently made it off the critically endangered species to the category of endangered species because there is hope in the efforts of Uganda, Rwanda and Democratic … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa · Tagged: Africa, Africa Safari, Animal Rescue, Farming, Food and Wine, Lodge, Mountain Climbing, National Park, Trekking, Volunteer, Wildlife

This British man builds an Eco lodge to promote environmental sustainability at the tip of Borneo – Interview with Howard Stanton, Founder of Tampat do Aman

January 10, 2022 by Teh Chin Liang6 Comments

Originally from Stratford-Upon-Avon, England, Howard first came to Sabah in 1995 as the pre-opening recreation manager of a new Shangri-La hotel in Sabah. He was there for 3 years and fell in love with the diversity of the state - mountain, jungle, stunning beaches and its awesome people “It was the gentle, humble and hospitable nature of the people that captivated me, such great people surrounded by such a beautiful natural environment. I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Art, Beach, Britain, Caribbean, Culture, England, Interview, Lodge, Malaysia, Museum, Rainforest, Resort, Restaurants, Scuba Diving, Village, Volunteer, Walking tour, Wildlife

Tom Waller: Producer, Director and Writer

September 3, 2021 by Teh Chin Liang2 Comments

In 2018, a group of young Thai football players and their coach found themselves stranded in the flooded Tham Luang cave in northern Thailand. The rescue mission that involved countless divers, military personnel and volunteers from many countries took over 2 weeks to safely pull every one of them out of the cave. The incident once sent a shock wave reverberating around the world. A year later, this nail-biting rescue event was made into a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Art, Bangkok Thailand, Beach, Caves, Cell Phone, Culture, Festival, Film, Gun, iPhone, Ireland, Paris, Thailand, Volunteer, Wildlife

Hidden Travel by Stephen W. Brock

May 1, 2021 by DaveLeave a Comment

This valuable traveler's resource is based on personal experiences and accounts from a well-seasoned traveler; Brock's book is a treasure trove of wealth - less so about about actual physical 'hidden' locations (although a few of these are sprinkled throughout the book) but more importantly about hidden discoveries relating to behavior, relationships and personal emotional discoveries. Brock digs deep into what it truly means to be a traveler … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Inspirational Books · Tagged: Volunteer

Mike Corey, Adventure Travel YouTuber & BBC Television Host

December 5, 2020 by Dave1 Comment

Q. Introduce yourself to our readers. I'm Mike Corey, an Adventure Travel YouTuber and BBC Television Host, who helps people overcome their fears so they can travel the world. I have an online travel and lifestyle brand called Fearless & Far, not because I am fearless, but because I've built a life around doing the things that scare me most. Sound fun? Haha I'm a recovering scaredy-cat, and spent most of my life with a phobia of public … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Adventure Travel, Backpacking, Beach, Canada, China, Drinking, Gun, Indonesia, Lifestyle, Mexico, Naked, Rainforest, Volunteer, Wildlife

Ryan & Emily, The Snail Travelers

November 28, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

Traveling fast enables us to cover as many places as possible. Traveling slow has its perks, too. Meet Ryan & Emily, also known as The Snail Travelers, a couple who have been backpacking around the world at a snail's pace since 2018. In 2017, a sudden health scare hit them with a realization that our time on this earth is impermanent, and every breathing moment is precious. A year later, they left their professional careers in the US behind and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Asia, Backpacking, Culinary travel, Interview, Lifestyle, Malaysia, Volunteer

In Virginia City, Nevada, Family Adventures Run Deep

October 20, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

Discover an Authentic Modern Day Bonanza for All Ages VIRGINIA CITY, Nev. — Long before theme parks, amusement centers and family resorts there was Virginia City, a thriving modern-day Bonanza that was once the largest city west of Denver. Virginia City made a name for itself in 1859 when eager prospectors struck it rich and the Comstock Lode was unearthed. Seemingly frozen in time, Virginia City's historical significance has been carefully … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airport, America, Animal Rescue, Culture, Family Resorts, History, Ice Cream, Lake Tahoe, Museum, Nevada, Restaurants, Saloon, Shopping Mall, Virginia, Volunteer, Walking tour

How my Trip to Haiti Came About

December 15, 2019 by Dave9 Comments

My trip to Haiti came about in the most random way. Haiti was my last country to visit in the Caribbean - it has certainly been on my radar for some time. A friend took a trip to Cap Haitien in the northern part of the country and spoke highly of his time there. I signed up for the American Airlines Aviator card - made a few purchases in the first few months triggering 60,000 miles. I soon turned around and cashed in those miles for this trip - … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: Airport, America, American Airlines, Art, Boston, California, Caribbean, Ghana, Tsunami, Volunteer

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